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Vestal Central Schools

Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

RE-ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

MONDAY, JULY 9, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT:

Kim Myers Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco

Joan Miller Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet

Paul Taylor Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey

Nora Hickey School Attorney Michael Sherwood

Phyllis Wiley

David Hanson Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara

Paul Stroud District Clerk Kay Ellis

Michon Stuart

Shoba Agneshwar About 6 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 6:31 PM by Superintendent Mark Capobianco in the Board Room

of the Administration Building and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

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Call to Order and Pledge of

Allegiance

The oaths of office were administered by Michael Sherwood for re-elected board members Phyllis Wiley and

Shoba Agneshwar, and newly-elected board member David Hanson.

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Oaths of Office

Shoba Agneshwar nominated Kim Myers for Board President, second by Joan Miller. There were no more

nominations. Paper ballots were distributed. The vote was 8 for Kim Myers and 1 for Joan Miller. Those

members voting for Kim Myers were: Shoba Agneshwar, Kim Myers, Paul Taylor, Nora Hickey, Michon

Stuart, Paul Stroud, Joan Miller and Phyllis Wiley. David Hanson voted for Joan Miller. Kim Myers was

elected President for the 2007-2008 school year.

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Election of President

The oath of office was administered to the newly elected President of the Board of Education. The President

assumed the chair.

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Oath of Office-President

Joan Miller nominated Shoba Agneshwar for Board Vice-President, second by Nora Hickey. Paul Stroud

nominated Phyllis Wiley for Board Vice-President, second by Michon Stuart. There were no more

nominations. Paper ballots were distributed. The vote was 5 for Phyllis Wiley and 4 for Shoba Agneshwar.

Those members voting for Phyllis Wiley were: Michon Stuart, Phyllis Wiley, David Hanson, Paul Stroud

and Paul Taylor. Those members voting for Shoba Agneshwar were: Nora Hickey, Shoba Agneshwar, Kim

Myers, and Joan Miller. Phyllis Wiley was elected Vice-President for the 2007-2008 school year.

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Election of Vice-President

The oath of office was administered to the newly elected Vice-President of the Board of Education. #006-08

Oath of Office-Vice-

President

On motion made by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

appointments for the 2007-08 school year:

Kay Ellis as District Clerk, with a recommended stipend of $3,591. The oath of office was

administered to Kay Ellis.

Kathleen Loveland as Board of Education Clerical Support for 2007-2008 school year, with a

recommended stipend of $2,394.

John Harvey as District Treasurer.

Vincent Smith as Deputy Treasurer.

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Appointment of Officers:

District Clerk

Board of Education Clerical

Support

District Treasurer

Deputy Treasurer

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M&T Bank (Marcella Kalka) as District Collector of Taxes.

Dr. Wieslaw Piller as School Physician, with a stipend of $55,436.

Michael Sherwood as Legal Counsel, with a stipend of $45,261.

Michael Sherwood as Designated Hearing Officer, with a stipend of $10.179.

Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) for 2007-2008 school year:

Administrator who serves as the representative of the school district and Committee Chair: Anne

Tristan

Jerold Etingoff, Paul Sanna, F. James Stanek, James Lucenti, Cathy Willis

A Regular Education Teacher of the child, if appropriate

A Special Education Teacher of the child, if appropriate

A professional who participated in the evaluation of the child

Representative of the Early Intervention program, if appropriate

Representative of Broome County: James Purtell (or designee)

Representative of Tioga County: Tina Cargill (or designee)

Parents of Children With Disabilities (rotating):

Shari Bobal Alice Ellison

Deborah Matsushima Susan Miller

Janie Steinmetz Charlie Boots

Renee Smith Michele Ackerman

Linda Azersky Esther Frustino

Susanne Fedor Laura Lindsley

Kathleen Peters Elizabeth Petrie

Ann Marie Purdy Kathryn O’Brien

Linda Safford Susan Schapiro

Christine Schultz Jennifer Schutzer

Kimberly Sikora Pamela Vincens

Bonnie Zisko Tricia Leveille

Nancy Nelson Sowmya Thirumalai

Cynthia Sargent-Karis

First Committee on Special Education (CSE) for 2007-2008 school year:

Administrator who serves as the representative of the district and Committee Chair: Anne Tristan

Jerold Etingoff, Paul Sanna, James Lucenti and F. James Stanek, Cathy Willis

A regular Education Teacher of the student, if appropriate

A Special Education Teacher of the student, if appropriate

School Psychologist: Tamara Findikyna, Lisa Paultre, Paul Sanna, Susan Silvestri,

James Lucenti

Dr. Wieslaw Piller, School Physician

School Nurse of the student, if appropriate

Parent of Child with Disabilities (rotating)



Janie Steinmetz Charlie Boots


Linda Azersky Esther Frustino

Susanne Fedor Laura Lindsley


Ann Marie Purdy Kathryn O’Brien


Christine Schultz Jennifer Schutzer


Bonnie Zisko Tricia Leveille

Nancy Nelson Sowmya Thirumalai

Cynthia Sargent-Karis

District Collector of Taxes

School Physician

Legal Counsel

Designated Hearing Officer

Committee on Preschool

Special Education

First Committee on Special

Education

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Second Committee on Special Education (CSE) for 2007-2008 school year:

Administrator who serves as representative of the district and Committee Chair: James Lucenti

A regular Teacher specific to the student under consideration and different from the teacher member on

the first committee

A Special Education Teacher specific to the student under consideration and different from

the teacher member on the first committee

School Psychologist: Tamara Findikyan, Lisa Paultre, Paul Sanna, Susan Silvestri,

James Lucenti

Dr. Wieslaw Piller, School Physician

Parent of a Child with Disabilities (rotating):



Carol Zelno Janie Steinmetz

Charlie Boots Esther Frustino


Linda Azersky Karen Cordi

Susanne Fedor Carol Lethin

Laura Lindsley Kathryn O’Brien


Lynn Polman Ann Marie Purdy



Bonnie Zisko

Vestal Comprehensive Health and Wellness Committee for the 2007-2008 school year:

Annamary Allen Director of Special Services

Deborah Caddick High School Assistant Principal

LuAnn Conroy Parent

Jerold Etingoff Community Volunteer

Officer Edward Golluscio Vestal Police Department

Deborah Griesinger Glenwood Elementary Principal

Catherine Hepler Vestal High School Principal

Gretta Immerman Southern Tier AIDS Program

Michael Joyce Teacher

Anna Kurkoski Community Volunteer

Officer Joella Luchun Vestal Police Department-DARE Officer

Beverly Ochiai School Nurse Teacher

Lisa Paultre School Psychologist

Dr. Wieslaw Piller School Physician

Linda Quilty SAAD Advisor

Melissa Restuccia Teacher/Senior Class Advisor

Merryl Wallach Pupil Personnel Specialist

Kelly Mendsen Student

Marita Florini Parent

Nick Zakrajsek School Resource Officer

Lt. John Taylor Vestal Police Department

Piaker & Lyons as Independent Auditor, at a fee of no more than $17,500.

Diane Valky as Internal Claims Auditor.

Jessica Raymond as Deputy Internal Claims Auditor.

Hogan, Sarzynski, Lynch, Surowka & DeWind, LLP as Employee Relations Counsel, with a

retainer of $42,000.

Michael Fenn as Financial Auditor.

On motion made by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

designations for the 2007-08 school year:

Depositories for School Funds, as recommended by the Administration:

Second Committee on

Special Education

Vestal Comprehensive

Health and Wellness

Committee

Independent Auditor

Internal Claims Auditor

Deputy Internal Claims

Auditor

Employee Relations

Counsel

Financial Auditor

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Depositories

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M&T Bank

General Fund

Trust and Agency

Payroll

School Lunch

Federal Funds & Grants

Ross Corners Capital

Debt Service Fund

Expendable Trust

Non-Expendable Trust

Insurance Reserve Fund

Capital Project Funds

Investment of District Funds

CHASE BANK


PARTNERS TRUST


TIOGA STATE


HSBC


On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

resolution:

RESOLVED, that the Board sets the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7 PM in the Administration Building as the

usual Business Meeting of the Board for the 2007-08 school year. The 2nd Tuesday of the month will usually

be considered to be a regular meeting for the purpose of special presentations, as well as immediate business.

This meeting shall be held at 6PM every other month beginning September 2007, or as need arises.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

resolution:

RESOLVED, that the Board establishes the following liaison positions for the 2007-08 school year:

1. Broome-Tioga School Boards Association Legislative Committee

Representative: Michon Stuart Alternate: Joan Miller

2. High School Student Government: Kim Myers

3. District Planning Group: Michon Stuart Alternate: Paul Stroud

4. School Liaisons

ARE: Paul Stroud

CA: Michon Stuart

GLE: Paul Taylor, Phyllis Wiley

TH: Nora Hickey

VH: David Hanson

VMS: Shoba Agneshwar, Paul Taylor

VSH: Kim Myers

District Council: Shoba Angeshwar

5. Town Liaison: Paul Stroud, Kim Myers

6. *Audit Committee: Phyllis Wiley, Shoba Agneshwar, David Hanson

7. Consolidation Planning Committee: Nora Hickey, Michon Stuart

8. District Wide School Safety Team: Joan Miller

*members will be rotated annually


resolution:

RESOLVED, that the Board appoint Michon Stuart as Trustee and Paul Stroud, Paul Taylor and David

Hanson as Alternates to the Cooperative Health Insurance Board.

On motion made by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the board voted 9 to 0 to approve the

following management resolutions for the 2007-08 school year:

Establish Dates, Time, and

Place of Board of Education

Meetings

Establish Board Liaisons

Cooperative Health

Insurance Board Trustee

and Alternate

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Management Resolutions

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Mark Capobianco, Payroll Certification Officer

Elaine Pilotti, Purchasing Officer

Superintendent of Schools as Approving Officer for Attendance at Conferences, Workshops and

Conventions

Petty cash accounts and provide the persons noted as signatories for these accounts:

Vestal Senior High Catherine Hepler $100

Vestal Middle School Ann Loose $100

African Road Elementary Joanne Mitchell $100

Clayton Avenue Elementary Kathryn Knapp $100

Glenwood Deborah Griesinger $100

Tioga Hills Carol Nolan $100

Vestal Hills Therese Mastro $100

Transportation Roger Warren $100

Receiving Elaine Pilotti $ 50

Administration Elaine Pilotti $100

Food Service Mark Bordeau $100

Authorization to sign official papers by the President or Vice-President in absence of the

President of the Board and authorization to sign all federal grant applications by the

Superintendent.

Authorization to sign all checks to the District Treasurer, including payroll.

Authorization to Transfer Funds according to Board Policy #5330.

Authorization to participate in other governmental agency purchasing agreements, bids and other

purchasing contracts when it is determined to be in the best interest of the school district during

the 2007-2008 school year.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

resolution for the 2007-08 school year:

A blanket bond of $100,000 shall cover each District employee. The position of District Treasurer shall be

covered by an excess indemnity bond of $1,000,000 in addition to the $100,000 blanket bond. The position

of Tax Collector shall be covered by an excess indemnity bond of $1,000,000 in addition to the $100,000

blanket bond.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

resolution for the 2007-08 school year:

To continue the By-Laws, Policies, Resolutions and Regulations during the 2007-08 school year.

None.

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the minutes of the

meeting of June 26, 2007 as written.

Payroll

Purchasing Officer

Attendance at Conferences,

Workshops and

Conventions

Petty Cash Accounts

Authorization to Sign

Official Documents

Designation of Authorized

Signatures in Checks

Authorization to Transfer

Funds

Authorization of Purchasing

Officer

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Bonding of Certain Officers

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By-Laws, Policies,

Resolutions and

Regulations

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Public Comments on

Agenda Items

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Approval of Minutes

Board President Kim Myers reported on the following:

--Liaisons: Michon reported the Vestal Marching Band attended a workshop 6/29 at Giants Stadium.

--NYSSBA Annual Convention voting delegate will be Michon Stuart.

--Dates for BOE development meetings were discussed. July 19th, July 27th, August 13th and August 16th are

options. Members were asked to check their schedules and respond to Kim.

Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following:

-- Capital Project: Tours of SH pool area and Hoover Stadium will be held 8/8 at 8:00am and 4:30pm

--Rededication of Hoover Stadium tentatively scheduled for the morning of August 25th.

--Keith Olivet reported on the distribution of the allocations added to various expenditure codes.

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Reports

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Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following:

--Student body representatives will be meeting in August, developing plans for dances/pep rallies.

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule E-

Enrollment, and Schedule F- Travel and Conference, and Schedule G-Superintendent’s Transfers; and to

approve Schedule I-Board Transfers and Schedule P-Personnel Changes.

Under Schedule P the following changes were made:

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Acceptance/Approval of

Schedules E, F, G, I, and P

SCHEDULE IP 1

RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS:

NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Hassenbusch, Amanda Substitute Teacher 6/29/07 Relocation

SCHEDULE IP 3

PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS:

NAME

POSITION

TENURE AREA

CERT

(Exp Date)

PROBATIONARY

DATE

TENURE

DATE

SALARY

*Dantoush, Natalie

English Teacher

Academic:

English

Pending

9/1/07-6/30/10

9/1/10

TBD

*Rhode, Melinda

Music Teacher

Special Subject:

Music

Initial

9/1/07-6/30/10

9/1/10

TBD

*Schmidt, Brenda

Music Teacher

Special Subject:

Music

Initial

9/1/07-6/30/10

9/1/10

TBD

*pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 3A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS:

NAME

POSITION

TENURE AREA

CERT

(Exp Date)

PROBATIONARY

DATE

TENURE

DATE

SALARY

Dantoush, Natalie

English Teacher

Academic:

English

Pending

9/1/07-6/30/10

9/1/10

TBD

Rhode, Melinda

Music Teacher

Special Subject:

Music

Initial

9/1/07-6/30/10

9/1/10

TBD

Schmidt, Brenda

Music Teacher

Special Subject:

Music

Initial

9/1/07-6/30/10

9/1/10

TBD

SCHEDULE IP 4A

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS

(SUBSTITUTES):

NAME

INSTRUCTIONAL

LEVEL

CERTIFICATION

DEGREE

EFFECTIVE

DATE

REMARKS

*Bongiorno, Susan Elementary Provisional MS 9/1/07

*Williams, Emily Elementary/Reading Provisional MS 9/1/07


REINSTATEMENTS FOR 2007-08:

Osterhout-Babicek,

Heather

Elem/English/Math

Science/Soc St/Tchg Asst

None

Rynick, Carleen Registered Nurse RN

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SCHEDULE IP 4A.A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINMENT



(SUBSTITUTES):

NAME

INSTRUCTIONAL

LEVEL

CERTIFICATION

DEGREE

EFFECTIVE

DATE

REMARKS

Bongiorno, Susan Elementary Provisional MS 9/1/07

Williams, Emily Elementary/Reading Provisional MS 9/1/07

SCHEDULE NIP 1

RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS:

NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Root, Dennise Temporary Custodian District 6/27/07 Remains Bus Driver

SCHEDULE NIP 6

PROMOTIONAL APPOINTMENT: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROMOTIONAL

APPOINTMENT:

NAME

POSITION

SHIFT/BLDG

PROBATIONARY

PERIOD

SALARY

REMARKS

Kushner, Kimberly Cook/Manager Clayton Avenue 9/1/07-11/22/07 $12,232 12 wk probationary

period

SCHEDULE NIP 8A

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL

APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES:

NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

*Jephson, Brent Custodian PT/S 7/10/07

Repinecz, Gerlinde Temporary Custodian 7/9/07-9/28/07

Walter, Daniel Temporary Custodian 7/9/07-9/21/07


SCHEDULE NIP 8A

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL


Jephson, Brent Custodian PT/S 7/10/07

SCHEDULE NIP 10

LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE:

NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATES REASON

Kushner, Kimberly

Cook

African Rd/Middle

School

9/1/07-11/22/07

Concurrent with probationary period

as Cook/Manager, Clayton Avenue

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On a motion by Michon Stuart, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

resolution:

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District make the following

appointments:

Donna Harrington as Senior High School Central Treasurer for 2007-08 at a stipend of $2,730, and as Vestal

Middle School Central Treasurer for 2007-08 at a stipend of $1,134.


resolution:

WHEREAS, the Individual with Disabilities Act (IDEA) and Part 200 of the Regulations of the

Commissioner of Education of New York State allows school districts to enter into mediation

upon the request of parent or guardian or voluntarily enter into mediation upon its own initiative,

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Vestal Central School District appoints Anne Tristan, James

Lucenti and Susan Silvestri as the district’s representatives to participate in any mediation activity that

results from Special Education program disputes.

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Appointment of Extra-

Curricular Activities

Officer

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Special Education

Mediation Representatives

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

resolution:

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve the following persons certified by the Commissioner of

Education to serve as Impartial Hearing Officers for Special Education related cases and placed on file in the

office of the chairman of the Committee on Special Education (listed in order to contact):

Joan B. Alexander

Stuart Bauchner

Robert Briglio

Paul Bumbalo

Maryanne Dimeo

Rivona Ehrenreich

Craig Hill

George Kandilakis

Martin Kehoe III

Michael Lazan

Edward Luban

David Mancuso

James McKeever

Joseph Quinn

Kenneth S. Ritzenberg

Jerome Schad

Leonard Edward Sienko Jr.

Craig Tessler

Aaron Turetsky

James Walsh

Joel Ziev

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List of Impartial Hearing

Officers


resolution:

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve the attached schedule of fees to be charged for use of

facilities by outside and community organizations, effective July 1, 2007.

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Fees For Use of Facilities

On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

resolution:

RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an

amended contract with Therapeeds Physical Therapy of Upstate New York, PLLC, d.b.a. G & E Therapies

for occupational and physical therapy services at a cost of $65.00 per hour for therapist services and $45.00

for assistant services, beginning July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008.

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Amended Contract with

G&E Therapies

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On motion by Phyllis Wiley second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

resolution:

The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency conditional

appointment is necessary in relation to an appointment of a contractor, and the Board having passed policy in

relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractor having filed a statement regarding criminal

convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department an application for

conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the prospective contractor, and on recommendation of the

Superintendent, it is

RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointment is hereby made, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days

beginning July 10, 2007 or the approval of the appointment of such individuals, whichever occurs first.

Catrina Baird, Custodial Substitute with Matrix

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Emergency Conditional

Appointment

On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

resolution:

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Purchasing Agent, declare the

attached list of materials as obsolete and authorize her to dispose of these materials in accordance with Board

Policy No. 5250.

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Declaration of Obsolete

Materials

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve amended policy

#7310; Code of Conduct.

The Board reviewed the proposed amendment of Policy 7511; Immunization of Students.

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Review and Approval of

Amended Policy #7310;

Review of Proposed

Amendment of Policy

#7511

None.

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Voice of the Public

Future meetings are as follows:

Thursday, July 19, 2007 – Board Development Workshop

Staff Development Room – Administration Building 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Tuesday, July 24, 2007 - @ 6:00 PM Regular Meeting

Board Conference Room – Administration Building

Tuesday, August 14, 2007 - @ 7 PM Regular Meeting


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Future Meetings

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board vote 9 to 0 to adjourn into Executive

Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on

Preschool Special Education, negotiations, and a legal matter.

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Executive Session

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately.

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Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 8:25PM.

_______________________ Kay E. Ellis

District Clerk

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VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS

Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

EXECUTIVE SESSION

Monday, July 9, 2007


Kim Myers – President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco

Phyllis Wiley – Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey

Shoba Angeshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet

David Hanson School District Attorney Michael

Nora Hickey Special Education Director Anne Tristan-excused at 8:02PM

Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis

Paul Stroud

Michon Stuart

Paul Taylor

Executive Session commenced at 8:00PM in the Board Conference Room. Recommendations of the Committee on

Preschool Special Education, Committee on Special Education and 504 Committee, including annual reviews, were on the

agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and

had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.

On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the

Committee on Preschool Special Education for 8 students.

On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the

Committee on Special Education for 60 students.

The Board then discussed negotiations and a legal matter.

The Board returned to Open Session at 8:25PM.

__________________________________

Kay E. Ellis

District Clerk

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Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

SPECIAL MEETING

Thursday, July 19, 2007


Kim Myers– President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco

Phyllis Wiley– Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey

Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet

Nora Hickey

David Hanson

Paul Stroud

Michon Stuart District Clerk Kay Ellis

Paul Taylor

Joan Miller Approximately 7 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order in Executive Session at 6:05PM by President Kim Myers in the

Staff Development Room of the Administration Building.

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Call to Order

Richard Bucci was introduced as the facilitator of the workshop. He explained the structure of the

workshop using the SMART system for goal setting. The board came to consensus on a Code of

Conduct. Seven priorities were identified. Two of the priorities were further examined. Another

workshop was scheduled for August 14th at 5:00pm.

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Workshop

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn

immediately.

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Adjournment


_______________________ Kay E. Ellis

District Clerk



Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

EXECUTIVE SESSION #2

Tuesday, July 24, 2007


Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco

Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet

Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey


David Hanson Clerk Pro Tem Kathleen Loveland

Paul Stroud

Michon Stuart

Paul Taylor

Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 8:20 PM in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building.

The Board discussed a legal matter.

The Board returned to Open Session at 9:30 PM.

__________________________________ Kathleen Loveland

Clerk Pro Tem

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Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING







David Hanson – arrived 6:05 PM

Paul Stroud

Michon Stuart Clerk Pro Tem Kathleen Loveland

Paul Taylor – arrived 6:13 PM

Joan Miller About 10 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 6:02 PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Conference

Room of the Administration Building. The Board entered immediately into Executive Session to hear

an appeal to a Superintendent’s Suspension decision and to discuss recommendations from the

Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education.

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Call to Order into Executive

Session

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to appoint Kathleen

Loveland as Clerk Pro Tem.

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Appointment of Clerk Pro

Tem

The Board returned to open session in the Board Conference Room at 7:10 PM.

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the

minutes of the July 7, 2007 and July 19, 2007 meetings.

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Approval of Minutes

None. #033-08

Public Comments on Agenda

Items

Michon Stuart complimented Regina Felice on the most recent newsletter.


Michael Sherwood introduced Michael Maciak (developer), Lillian Levy (attorney), and Matt

Napierala (engineer) to speak about a proposed purchase of district property. Further discussion will

be held on the subject.

There was a significant water main break at the Senior High School about 10 days ago; Mr.

Capobianco thanked the Town for its invaluable assistance with the situation. He will write a letter of

thanks to Town Supervisor Peter Andreasen.

Mary Surdey reported on the status of recruitment for open positions. A question was raised about

the need to increase the Teacher Mentor program this year. Ms. Surdey will take that under

advisement.

Mr. Capobianco discussed the situation regarding the Ticket Manager and Auditorium Manager

positions. The ticket manager position falls under the VTA contract and that bargaining unit will

need to be approached about expanding that position. The auditorium manager position will be a new

position.

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Reports

2

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule A

(Treasurer’s Report-June), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-June), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund

Report-June), and Schedule C (Bills-June); and approve Schedule H (Bid Award: Obsolete

Playground Equipment), Schedule I (Board Transfers) and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).

#035-08


Schedules A, B1, B3, C, H, I,

and P

Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:

SCHEDULE IP 1




Cook, Denise Special Education Teacher Special Subject

Tenure Area:

Special Education

7/10/07 Other Employment

Dake, Sarah Substitute Teacher 7/9/07 Other employment

Green, Elizabeth Substitute Teacher 7/10/07 Other employment

Kizis, Christopher Substitute Teacher 7/17/07 Other employment

Kunzman, Lora Substitute Teacher 7/16/07 Other employment

Miller, Rachael Special Education Teacher Special Subject

Tenure Area:

Special Education

9/1/07 Other employment

SCHEDULE IP 3

PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE

AREA

CERTIFICATE

(EXP. DATE)

PROBATIONARY

DATE

TENURE

DATE

SALARY REMARKS

* Calvasina-

Novotny,

Jennifer

Physical

Edcuation

Teacher

Special

Subject

Tenure

Area:

Physical

Education

Initial 9/1/07-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD

Cusano,

Jennifer

Special

Education

Teacher

Special

Subject

Tenure

Area:

Special

Education

Initial 9/1/07-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD

* Schmidt,

Brenda

Music

Teacher

Special

Subject

Tenure

Area: Music

Pending 9/1/07-6/30/07 9/1/10 TBD


3

SCHEDULE IP 3A



NAME POSITION TENURE

AREA

CERTIFICATE

(EXP. DATE)

PROBATIONARY

DATE

TENURE

DATE

SALARY REMARKS

Calvasina-

Novotny,

Jennifer

Physical

Edcuation

Teacher

Special

Subject

Tenure

Area:

Physical

Education

Initial 9/1/07-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD

Schmidt,

Brenda

Music

Teacher

Special

Subject

Tenure

Area: Music

Pending 9/1/07-6/30/07 9/1/10 TBD

SCHEDULE IP 4 A

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES


(SUBSTITUTES):

NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Mandeville, Laurie Elementary Perm BS 9/1/07 Reinstatement

SCHEDULE IP 4 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL (ABOVE CONTRACT)


(OTHER):

AREA OF

APPOINTMENT

AREA/BLDG.

STIPEND

APPROVED

NAME

INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHELTIC POSITIONS

Football: Varsity Fall Season VOLUNTEER 7/24/07 Angelo, John

Football: Varsity Fall Season VOLUNTEER 7/24/07 Smith, Jeffrey

Football: Varsity Fall Season VOLUNTEER 7/24/07 Talbut, Michael

INTRAMURALS

Senior High Fall (Session 1) 550.00 7/24/07 Osinski, David

Senior High Fall (Session 2) 550.00 7/24/07 Osinski, David

MUSIC

All Seasons Sports

Band Director

5,000.00 7/24/07 Lewis, Jonathan (co)

All Seasons Sports

Band Director

1,543.00 7/24/07 * Medina, Edward (co)

All Seasons Sports

Band Asst. Director

1,041.00 7/24/07 Conigliaro, Michael (co)

All Seasons Sports

Band Asst. Director

1,042.00 7/24/07 Crissman, Robert (co)

All Seasons Sports

Band Asst. Director

1,041.00 7/24/07 Gensler, Becky (co)

Brass & Winds Senior High 800.00 7/24/07 Dowches, Mark (co)

Brass & Winds Senior High 500.00 7/24/07 Lewis, Beth (co)

Drill Instructor Senior High 700.00 7/24/07 Kotski, Jennifer (co)

Drill Instructor Senior High 800.00 7/24/07 Lewis, James (co)

4

* pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 4B.A



AREA OF APPOINTMENT

All Seasons Sports Band

Director

AREA/BLDG. STIPEND

1,543.00

POSTED

4/9/07

NAME

Medina, Edward

(co)

APPROVED

7/24/07

SCHEDULE NIP 1


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Konen, Kathleen Bus Attendant Transportation 7/12/07 Personal reasons

Tobbe, Sharon Food Service Helper District-wide 7/13/07 Remains Bus Driver

SCHEDULE NIP 8 A

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY

SUBSTITUTES:


* York, Mary Ann Teacher Aide PT/S 9/1/07


SCHEDULE NIP 8 A.A


PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

* York, Mary Ann Teacher Aide PT/S 9/1/07


SCHEDULE NIP 11

CHANGE IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following CHANGES IN STATUS:

NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING CHANGE EFFECTIVE REMARKS

Price, Diane Food Service Helper PT

(3.0 hrs/day)

District Wide To Food Service Helper PT

(3.5 hrs/day) Tioga Hills

9/1/07

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the

following resolution:

WHEREAS, on April 17, 2007, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed

to participate in BOCES services for the 2007-08 fiscal year, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education is authorized to

sign the initial contract for purchases.

#036-08

Initial Purchase of BOCES

Services

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order #HVAC-02 for Evans Mechanical

for labor and materials to flash roof curbs at new openings at Vestal Hills in the amount of

$7,442.00.

#037-08

Change Order Number HVAC-

2; Elementary Schools

5

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order SW-6 for Boland Excavation &

Topsoil, Inc. for the remaining allowance of monies not used on this project in the amount of

(642.04).

#038-08

Change Order Number SW-6;

Vestal Stadium Project

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following

resolution:

Senior High Addition/Alterations 03-16-01-06-0-001-010

RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign agreements with Fahs

Construction Group for General Construction as listed, per bid specifications.

#039-08

Vestal Facilities Project – Fahs

Construction – Senior High

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the



RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign agreements with James L.

Lewis, Inc. for Mechanical Construction as listed, per bid specifications.

#040-08

Vestal Facilities Project – James

L. Lewis – Senior High

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the



RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign agreements with James L.

Lewis for Plumbing Construction as listed, per bid specifications.

#041-08

Vestal Facilities Project – James

L. Lewis – Senior High

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the



RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign agreements with Matco

Electronic Corporation for Electrical Construction as listed, per bid specifications.

#042-08

Vestal Facilities Project – Matco

Electric Corporation – Senior

High


resolution:

RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education enter into an agreement

with Kelly Services Inc. covering the provision of substitute food service staff at various locations

within the District, beginning July 25, 2007 as specified in the attached contract.

#043-08

Contract with Kelly Services,

Inc.



RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District approve the School

Lunch Free and Reduced Policy for the 2007-08 academic year as per the attached.

#044-08

School Lunch Policy


resolution:

Vestal Hills 03-16-01-06-0-011-004

RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign agreements with

Weathermaster Roofing Co, Inc. for Roofing Construction as listed, per bid specifications.

#045-08

Vestal Facilities Project –

Weathermaster Roofing Co.

Vestal Hills

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #046-08

6


RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the following textbooks for use at a non-public

school in the district, as detailed in the attached memorandum:

Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology by Elaine N. Marieb; List Price: $89.29

Anatomy & Physiology Coloring Workbook by Elaine N. Marieb; List Price: $47.00

Forensic Science: An Introduction by Richard Saferstein; List Price: $69.47

Physics by Cutnell & Johnson; List Price: $78.44

Textbook Adoption



RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order MC-06 for Piccirilli-Slavik &

Vincent for labor and materials to revise ductwork, install pool fan louver and curb adaptor in the

amount of $4,824.86.

#047-08

Change Order Number MC-06;

Senior High School Project


resolution:

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order MC-07 for Piccirilli-Slavik &

Vincent for labor and materials to remove convectors, cap existing ceiling pipes and install valves in

the amount of $4,616.65.

#048-08

Change Order Number MC-07;




RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-05 for Fahs Construction

Group for labor and materials to install frames and grout at the gym doors in the amount of

$5,474.33.

#049-08

Change Order Number GC-05;


On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

resolution:

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-06 for Fahs Construction

Group for labor and materials pool bottom removal, skylight enclosure removal, scoreboard removal

in aluminum door frame installation in the amount of $3,823.56.

#050-08

Change Order Number GC-06;


The Board reviewed the amended policy #7511, Immunization of Students, and on motion by David

Hanson, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve policy #7511 as amended.

The Board reviewed the proposed changes in Policy #8510, Parental Involvement; and Policy

#8460, Home Instruction.

#051-08

Policies: #7511, 8510, 8460

Regina Felice, Communications Coordinator, reported on the status of the rededication of the

football stadium, tentatively set for August 25th at 1:30 PM.

#052-08

Voice of the Public


Monday, August 13, 2007 – 6 to 9:00 PM; Board Development; Staff Development Room –

Administration Building

Tuesday, August 14, 2007 –5 PM; Board Development; Staff Development Room-

Administration Building; 7 PM Regular Meeting; Board Conference Room – Administration

Building

Tuesday, August 28, 2007 – 7 PM Regular Meeting; Board Conference Room – Administration

Building

Tours of the Senior High School are scheduled for August 8th, at 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM. Board

members are asked to commit to one or the other.

#053-08

Future Meetings

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into

Executive Session to discuss a legal matter.

#054-08

Executive Session

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Phyllis Wiley the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #055-08

Adjournment

7

The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 PM.

_______________________ Kathleen M. Loveland

Clerk Pro Tem

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Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION




Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco – arrived 7:06 PM

Phyllis Wiley-Vice President

Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey – 6:00-6:40 PM

Nora Hickey

David Hanson – arrived 6:05 PM Clerk Pro Tem Kathleen Loveland

Paul Stroud

Michon Stuart Special Education Coordinator Anne Tristan – arrived 7:05 PM

Paul Taylor – arrived 6:13 PM School Attorney Michael Surowka – left 7:05 PM

Joan Miller Student Guardian Gary Slater – arrived 6:08 PM; left 6:30 PM

Middle School Administrators:

Clifford Kasson – 6:00-6:40 PM

Donna Halbert - 6:00-6:40 PM

Ann Loose – 6:00-6:40 PM

Executive Session commenced at 6:03 PM in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building.

The Board having met in Executive Session in relation to an appeal from the decision of the Superintendent

regarding the suspension of a student, and after hearing a representative of the student, and each Board member

having reviewed the record, including the transcript, and after deliberation, which was without the presence of the

Superintendent or any administrators involved in the proceeding, and on motion by Joan Miller, seconded by Paul

Taylor, the Board voted 7-2 to approve the following resolution:

RESOLVED, that the findings of the Superintendent and assessment of punishment are hereby upheld, except that

the suspension of the student will remain in place through June 30, 2008, and a Contract of Conduct may be offered

by the Superintendent to be effective September 1, 2007.

Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education were

on the agenda. All IEPs were available to Board members through the secure Board web page. Board members

gave due consideration to each case before voting.

On a motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the

Committee on Special Education for 97 students.

On a motion by Paul Taylor, second by Shoba Agneshwar the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of

the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 1 student.


_________________________________ Kathleen Loveland

Clerk Pro Tem

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Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

SPECIAL MEETING

Tuesday, August 28, 2007






David Hanson

Paul Stroud


Paul Taylor - absent


The Board meeting was called to order at 6:05 PM by President Kim Myers in the Staff

Development Room of the Administration Building.

#084-08

Call to Order

Richard Bucci moderated the work session. The board reviewed the last item that was identified

as a priority, staff and curriculum development. Using the SMART process, the board was able to

come to consensus on this goal.

#085-08

Workshop: Board Development

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn the

meeting immediately. The meeting was adjourned at 6:53 PM.

#086-08

Adjournment

______________________________

Kay E. Ellis

District Clerk

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Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING

Tuesday, October 9, 2007



Phyllis Wiley – Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey


Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood

David Hanson Student Representative Divine Sebuharara

Paul Stroud


Paul Taylor – Arrived 8:02pm

Joan Miller –Absent About 24Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:01PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Conference

Room of the Administration Building and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

#145-08

Call to Order

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately

into Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education.

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the minutes

of the September 25, 2007 meeting as written.

#146-08

Executive Session

#147-08

Approval of Minutes

None. #148-08

Comments on Agenda Items


--Liaisons: Nora attended the Tioga Hills PTA meeting-they participated in Spirit Night at the

stadium, are making plans to install the pavilion they fund raised for, and will sponsor a Testing

Information Night for parents. Nora reported the Consolidation Committee met and are moving on,

working on regional curriculum and will meet again in November. Michon attended the BOCES

Legislative meeting, there will be items to be voted on by the delegates at the NYSSBA conference in

NYC. The next agenda will reflect what the BOE will be asked to give voting direction on. Phyllis

reported the Computer Services Subcommittee is moving along, everything is on schedule for July

2008, there will be more to report after the next meeting.

--Kim reported about the BOCES Roundtable meeting on November 14th is open to all board

members. Agenda and discussion topics to be determined, details to follow.


--Mark introduced Larry Haskins from Vestal Elks who presented the board with dictionaries. These

dictionaries will be distributed to all 3rd grade students in the district tomorrow. Larry also noted he

is the Elks Scholarship chairperson and encouraged more applications be submitted.

--Mark asked for any changes to the BOE Goal Action Plan that was distributed at the last meeting.

There were no changes suggested.

--Mark distributed a flyer announcing that student art from Vestal will be displayed at the NYSSBA

convention.


--Homecoming was held October 5th. The parade was held at half time of the game. Spirit week

activities – 10/15 Jersey Day, 10/16 Tropical Day, 10/17 Rock Star Day, 10/18 Hippie Day, 10/19

Green/Gold Day. Pep rally will be held 10/19 at 2:05pm. Divine was voted Homecoming Queen.

#149-08

Reports

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept Schedule

E (Enrollment Report), Schedule H (Bid Awards-Weight room equipment, track & field equipment);

#150-08


10/9/07

Minutes

2

and to approve Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests) and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).

Schedules E, H, F and P


SCHEDULE IP 1


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Goodwin, Jennifer Substitute Teacher 9/28/07 Other employment

Holman, Jenny Substitute Teacher 9/28/07 Relocation

Johnson, Nicole Substitute Teacher 9/28/07 Personal reasons

Prince, Heather Substitute Teacher 9/28/07 Other employment

SCHEDULE IP 4 A



(SUBSTITUTES):


*Campbell, Lauren Elementary Pending BA 10/10/07

*Coppola, Jennifer Spanish None BS 10/10/07

*Lyons, Ashley Elementary Initial BS 10/10/07


SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A




Campbell, Lauren Elementary Pending BA 10/10/07

Coppola, Jennifer Spanish None BS 10/10/07

Lyons, Ashley Elementary Initial BS 10/10/07

SCHEDULE IP 4 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT

Attached, please find pages 2,4,10,11, and 12 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2007-08 school year. We are asking

approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print.

BOARD MEETING: October 9, 2007

ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2007-08 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED

INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS

Varsity Swimming B Asst Winter Season $3650.00 4/9/07 Sloand, Melissa 10/9/07

Varsity Cheerleading Winters Season $4346.00 4/9/07 Fine, Sharyn *CHANGE 10/9/07

INTRAMURALS

Elementary Fall Season $369.00 Daglio, Steven 10/9/07

Elementary Fall Season $369.00 Hoyt, Scott 10/9/07

Elementary Fall Season $369.00 Novotny, Jennifer 10/9/07

MUSIC

Banners Senior High $600.00 4/9/07 Kindig, Robin (co) 10/9/07

Brass & Winds Senior High $700.00 4/9/07 Rohde, Melinda 10/9/07

Percussion Senior High $800.00 4/9/07 *Calabrese, Anthony 10/9/07

Show Designer Senior High $600.00 4/9/07 *DeSantis, Robert 10/9/07

BSMEA Level III Middle School $392.00 4/9/07 Vibbert, Vicki *CHANGE 10/9/07

Concert in the Mall Middle School $53.00 4/9/07 Vibbert, Vicki 10/9/07

NYSSMA Level I Middle School $111.00 4/9/07 Vibbert, Vicki 10/9/07

NYSSMA Solo Level I Elementary $158.00 4/9/07 Rhode, Melinda 10/9/07


10/9/07

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SCHEDULE IP 4 B.A


TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL

AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED

Percussion Senior High $800.00 4/9/07 Calabrese, Anthony 10/9/07

Show Designer Senior High $600.00 4/9/07 DeSantis, Robert 10/9/07

SCHEDULE NIP 1




Bryant, Robert Bus Driver PT/S Transportation 10/6/07 Other employment

O’Hare, Michelle Cook African Road 10/4/07 To accept Food Service Helper PT

Stack, Rosalie Bus Driver Transportation 9/27/07 Other employment

SCHEDULE NIP 4

PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY

APPOINTMENTS:

NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY

PERIOD

SALARY REMARKS

*Perry, Catrina Cleaner, 2nd shift African Road 10/10/07-4/8/08 $20,291 26 week probationary period

Robinson, Cynthia Teacher Aide African Road 10/10/07-4/8/08 $12,400 26 week probationary period


SCHEDULE NIP 4 A




APPOINTMENTS:


PERIOD

SALARY REMARKS

Perry, Catrina Cleaner, 2nd shift African Road 10/10/07-4/8/08 $20,291 26 week probationary period

SCHEDULE NIP 8 A


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS-

SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

*Bates, Christina Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07

*Fischer, Amy Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07

*Gill, Sara Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07

*Klimuszka, Holly Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07

Walter, Patty Cleaner PT/S 10/10/07


SCHEDULE NIP 8 A.A


TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTUCTIONAL



Bates, Christina Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07

Fischer, Amy Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07

Gill, Sara Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07

Klimuszka, Holly Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07

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SCHEDULE NIP 9B

PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS

*Klossner, Lisa Food Service Helper

PT (3 hrs/day)

Districtwide 10/10/07-4/29/08 $7.63/hr 26 week probationary

period

O’Hare, Michelle Food Service Helper

PT (3 hrs/day)


period


SCHEDULE NIP 9B.A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPROINTMENT



Klossner, Lisa Food Service Helper

PT (3 hrs/day)


period

SCHEDULE IP 11

CHANGE IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS:

NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASON

Bailey, Diane .5 Teacher Aide (monitor)/

.5 Teacher Aide

Vestal Hills To .5 Teacher Aide PT 10/22/07

The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period:

Benko, Marilena .5 Teacher Aide PT Tioga Hills 9/25/07

Heckathorn,

Stephanie

Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 10/12/07

Roe, Robert Custodian, 2nd shift Senior High 9/11/07

Slyman, DeAnne Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 10/17/07

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Purchasing Agent, declare

the attached list of equipment as obsolete and authorize her to dispose of these items in accordance

with Board Policy 5250.

#151-08

Declaration of Obsolete

Instructional Technology

Equipment

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order PC-04 for Evans Mechanical, Inc.

for labor and materials to install clean out existing girls’ locker room floor drains and associated

piping for the follow amount:

PC-04: $1,036.00

#152-08

Change Order PC-04; Vestal

Senior High School

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the


WHEREAS, the property owner and Town Assessor have requested refund and credit real property

taxes, the Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the approval of such application for the

property owner delineated below for the reasons outlined on the attached application.

Town Acct No. Taxes Billed Corrected Taxes Owner

Vestal 310 $49,278.65 $49,128 Evergreen

Park Garden

Owners Inc.

#153-08

Correction to Tax Bill

On motion by David Hanson, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign

an agreement with Broome County Head Start to provide services for Preschool Special Education

children enrolled in Head Start.

#154-08

Contract with Head Start

10/9/07

Minutes

5

None. #155-08

Voice of the Public


Tuesday, October 23, 2007 @ 7:00 PM Regular Meeting


Tuesday, November 13, 2007 @ 6:00 PM – Regular Meeting

Vestal Hills Elementary School

Ann Tristan, Jim Lucenti and Cathy Willis presented an update and review of the Special Education

Task Force.

Rich Bucci introduced staff members who presented prioritized recommendations on the World Is

Flat Task Force. Presenters were Courtney Jablonwski, Molly Russell, Jean Mastrogiovanni, Dodie

Anslie, Jane Hashey and Bobbie Jo Meddleton. The board will review their recommendations and

respond at the next meeting.

The Board took a short break from 9:00-9:10PM

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn

immediately into Executive Session to discuss particular personnel, negotiations, and a legal matter.

Kim Myers had to leave at 9:55PM.

#156-08

Future Meetings

#157-08

Work Session

#158-08

Executive Session

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #159-08

Adjournment


_______________________ Kay E. Ellis

District Clerk



Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION








David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis

Paul Stroud

Michon Stuart

Paul Taylor – Absent

Joan Miller – Absent

Executive Session commenced at 7:03PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration

Building. Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education were on the agenda. Board

members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the

meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before

voting.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept the

recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 9 students.


__________________________________

Kay Ellis

District Clerk



Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION









Paul Stroud

Michon Stuart

Paul Taylor

Joan Miller - Absent

Executive Session commenced at 9:10PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building.

The Board discussed particular personnel, negotiations, and a legal matter.


__________________________________

Kay Ellis

District Clerk



Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION









Paul Stroud

Michon Stuart CSE Chairperson Anne Tristan

Paul Taylor

Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 7:03PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration

Building. Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education were on the agenda. Board

members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the

meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before

voting.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the



__________________________________

Kay Ellis

District Clerk



Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING








Paul Stroud Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara - Absent

Michon Stuart

Paul Taylor – arrived 7:04pm


The Board meeting was called to order at 7:01 PM by President Kim Myers in the Board

Conference Room of the Administration Building and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

The following students were recognized by the Board for achieving Commended Status in the

National Merit Scholarship Program: Andrew Gasper, Eric Moring, Sy Poggemeyer.

#160-08

Call to Order and Pledge of

Allegiance

#161-08

Student Recognition

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn

immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on

Special Education.

#162-08

Executive Session

The Board returned to open session in the Board Conference Room at 7:14PM.

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve

the minutes of the October 9, 2007 meeting.

#163-08

Approval of Minutes

None. #164-08

Public Comments on Agenda Items


--Pep Rally was hugely successful, the floor hockey game with flippers was won by the Seniors.

--The UE/Vestal football game and a soccer game were held Friday in the pouring rain at the

new stadium and the facility performed great.

--Kim congratulated the cheerleaders on their recent competition.

--The Circle of Bands will be held at the stadium this weekend for the first time in 5 years.

--Kim will distribute a list of topics for the BOCES Round Table.

--Michon will be the voting delegate at the convention in NYC this week. The board came to

consensus regarding how Michon will cast the district’s vote on proposed resolutions.

--Liaisons: Shoba reported the Middle School will conduct an internet survey of students, staff,

and parents. This will be used to gather information on the usage of technology. The 7th

grade had good weather to visit the zoo last week.


--School Board Appreciation Week: Mark thanked the board and noted there were certificates

at each members place, 2 proclamations from government officials and refreshments.

--Mary Surdey reported on current staff openings and informed the board of anticipated staffing

issues. Current staff openings are posted on the district’s website.

#165-08

Reports

10/23/07

2

--John Harvey presented an update on the history of the inception of CBO (Central Business

Office), current staffing, and anticipated plans for the future.


None.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule

A (Treasurer’s Report-September), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-September), Schedule

B3 (Federal Fund Report-September), and Schedule C (Bills-September); and approve Schedule

H (Bid Awards: Repair Work for Hydraulic Passenger Elevator), and Schedule P (Personnel

Changes).

#166-08

Acceptance/Approval of Schedules

A, B1, B3, C, H, and P


SCHEDULE IP 1


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Courtney, Lisa Substitute Teacher 10/15/07 Other employment

Herba, Amy Substitute Teacher 10/15/07 Other employment

Khan, Afzaluddin Substitute Teacher 10/12/07 Other employment

Sibrava, Amanda Substitute Teacher 10/12/07 Other employment

SCHEDULE IP 3


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERT PROBATIONARY

PERIOD

TENURE DATE SALARY

*Marcin, Stephen English Teacher English Initial 11/1/07-10/31/10 11/1/10 TBD


SCHEDULE IP 3A



The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERT PROBATIONARY

PERIOD

TENURE DATE SALARY

Marcin, Stephen English Teacher English Initial 11/1/07-10/31/10 11/1/10 TBD

SCHEDULE IP 4 A



(SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL

LEVEL

CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

*Adams, Patricia Guidance Perm Ms 10/24/07

*Branca, Erin Elementary Cond Initial BS 10/24/07

*Campbell, Kelly Elementary Initial BS 10/24/07

*Diorio, Thomas Elementary Permanent BS 10/24/07

*Foley, Monica Social Studies Pending MS 10/24/07

*Kwitoski, Kelly Elementary Initial BA 10/24/07

*Ludwig, Emily Spanish Pending BS 10/24/07

*Marsh, Jennifer Art Prov MS 10/24/07

*Middleton, Jan Elementary/ESOL Cond Initial BA 10/24/07

*Onofre, Stacy Elementary Prov MS 10/24/07


10/23/07

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SCHEDULE IP 4 A




(SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL

LEVEL

CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Adams, Patricia Guidance Perm Ms 10/24/07

Branca, Erin Elementary Cond Initial BS 10/24/07

Campbell, Kelly Elementary Initial BS 10/24/07

Diorio, Thomas Elementary Permanent BS 10/24/07

Foley, Monica Social Studies Pending MS 10/24/07

Kwitoski, Kelly Elementary Initial BA 10/24/07

Ludwig, Emily Spanish Pending BS 10/24/07

Marsh, Jennifer Art Prov MS 10/24/07

Middleton, Jan Elementary/ESOL Cond Initial BA 10/24/07

Onofre, Stacy Elementary Prov MS 10/24/07

SCHEDULE IP 4 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: ABOVE CONTRACT

Attached, please find page 2 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2007-08 school year. We are asking for approval of the

person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print.

BOARD MEETING: October 24, 2007



Modified Swimming B Coach Winter Season $3387.00 4/9/07 Hessian, Scott 10/23/07

JV Cheerleading Winter Season $2971.00 4/9/07 Whalen, Katherine 10/23/07

SCHEDULE IP 6

TENURE APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL TENURE

APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIFI-

CATION

PROBATIONARY

PERIOD

EFFECTIVE

DATE

REMARKS

Berube, Sally Elementary

Teacher

Elementary Prov 9/1/06-1/2/08 1/3/08 Jarema credit

1/3/05-6/30/06

Jablonowski, Katy Counselor Guidance Perm 1/18/04-1/17/08 1/18/08

Jablonski, Courtney Elementary

Teacher

Elementary Prov 9/1/05-1/2/08 1/3/08 Jarema credit

1/3/05-6/30/05

SCHEDULE IP 7

LEAVES OF ABSENCE: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REASON

Smith, Christi School Counselor Guidance 10/29/07-11/30/07 Family responsibilities

SCHEDULE NIP 1


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Holden, Sheila Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 10/15/07 Personal reasons

Wilcox, Betsy Typist Senior High 10/25/07 Family responsibilities

10/23/07

4

SCHEDULE NIP 8 A


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY

SUBSTITUTES:


*Foster, Ruth Bus Attendant PT/S 10/24/07

*Lewis, Jessica Teacher Aide PT/S 10/24/07

*O’Brien, Colleen Teacher Aide PT/S 10/24/07

*St. Pierre, Linda Teacher Aide PT/S 10/24/07


SCHEDULE NIP 8 A.A


PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Foster, Ruth Bus Attendant PT/S 10/24/07

Lewis, Jessica Teacher Aide PT/S 10/24/07

O’Brien, Colleen Teacher Aide PT/S 10/24/07

St. Pierre, Linda Teacher Aide PT/S 10/24/07

SCHEDULE NIP 9 B


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE

APPOINTMENTS:


PERIOD

SALARY REMARKS

*Grausbruber,

Carolyn

Food Service Helper PT

(3 hrs/day)

District-wide 10/24/07 – 5/13/08 $7.63/hr 26 wk probationary period


SCHEDULE NIP 9 B

RESOLUTOIN FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE

APPOINTMENTS:


PERIOD

SALARY REMARKS

Grausbruber,

Carolyn

Food Service Helper PT

(3 hrs/day)

District-wide 10/24/07 – 5/13/08 $7.63/hr 26 wk probationary period

SCHEDULE NIP 10


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF

ABSENCE: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Metritikas, Maryfrances Teacher Aide African Road 10/12/07-17/08 Medical reasons

SCHEDULE NIP 11

CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL


NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASON

Robinson, Cynthia Teacher Aide African Road To Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07 Declined full time

employment

Ward, Richard Substitute Bus Driver Transportation To Bus Driver 10/1/07

The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period:

Hughes, Linda Teacher Aide (Monitor)

PT

Tioga Hills 10/12/07

10/23/07

5

Kushner, Kimberly Cook/Manager Clayton Ave 11/27/07

Price, Diane Teacher Aide (Monitor)

PT

Tioga Hills 11/27/07

Myers, Carlie Teacher Aide Senior High 9/25/07

Samarsky, Raisa Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 10/30/07



Resolved, that the Board of Education President is authorized to sign an extension of the

December 7, 2006 School Resource Officer agreement with the Town of Vestal.

The School Resource Officer (SRO) shall serve on a full time basis, 5 days per week, for the 37-

week 2007-08 academic year and the SRO’s service shall otherwise continue as per the December

7, 2006 agreement between the School District and the Town of Vestal. The District shall pay

the total sum of $39,400 for School Resource Officer services in eight (8) equal installments of

$4,925, the first such installment payable on November 1, 2007.

#167-08

Contract with Town of Vestal-

School Resource Officer

On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order HVAC-03 for Evans

Mechanical, Inc. for labor, equipment, and materials to relocate existing heat supply and return

lines behind casework at Vestal Hills Elementary School for the following amount:

HVAC-03: $14,444.00

#168-08

Change Order HVAC-03; Vestal

Elementary School Project



RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 50 Art students (IB) for a trip to

New York City, NY to the Guggenheim Museum and the Metropolitan Museum on October 26,

2007.

#169-08

Field Trip Approval: Art Students

(IB) to NYC

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

resolution:

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 20 Art students (Sr. Portfolio) for a

trip to Rochester, NY to RIT/National Portfolio Day Review on November 10, 2007.

#170-08

Field Trip Approval: Art Students

to Rochester, NY

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the


The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency

conditional appointment is necessary in relation to an appointment of a contractor, and the Board

having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractor having

filed a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the

State Education Department an application for conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the

prospective contractor, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is


BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20

business days beginning October 24, 2007 or the approval of the appointment of such individuals,

whichever occurs first.

Ryan Dakin, Custodial Substitute with Matrix

Eric Thomas, Custodial Substitute with Matrix

#171-08

Emergency Conditional

Appointment

On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order MC-08 for Piccirilli – Slavik &

Vincent for labor and materials for duct offsets to accommodate new locker room wall layout at

Vestal Senior High School for the following amount:

MC-08: $4,167.00

#172-08

Change Order MC-08; Vestal


10/23/07

6

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the District Educational Support Staff Table of Organization be revised to

reflect the following changes, effective October 24, 2007:

1.5 FTE Teacher Aides with funding from a release of the reserves in

5991.2110.16400 (0.5 elementary reserve and 1.0 reserve)

3.5 FTE Teacher Aides: Special Education with funding from a release of the reserves

in 5908.2250.16407

#173-08

Release of Reserves-Educational

Support Paraprofessionals

(Teacher Aides)

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an agreement

with the Broome County Chapter of the American Red Cross for the use of Vestal Central School

District buildings and related facilities for Mass Care Shelter in the event of a major disaster, in

accordance with the attached contract.

#174-08

Agreement with American Red

Cross

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 90 students (Anatomy) for a trip to

New York City, NY to the Museum of Natural History on November 28, 2007.

#175-08

Field Trip Approval: Science

Students to NYC, NY

The Board reviewed the proposed revision of Policy #7530, Child Abuse. #176-08

Policy: #7530; Child Abuse

None.

#177-08

Voice of the Public

Mary Surdey presented a report on electronic communication tools. Catherine Hepler reported on

Blackboard. Jeff Dunham and Roseanne VanWie from the Senior High demonstrated their

websites, and Carrie Woodford from the Middle School demonstrated her site. Ann Loose

explained the eSchools program and Richard Bucci reported on staff usage of these technologies.

Mary spoke briefly regarding the district’s website.

It was determined to use the 6:00pm time at the November 13th meeting to continue the discussion

regarding board goals. If there is enough time Mark, would like to review WIF.

#178-08

Work Session: Blackboard and

Other Electronic Parent

Communication Tools


Tuesday, November 13, 2007 @ 6:00 - PM Regular Meeting

Vestal Hills Elementary School

Tuesday, November 27, 2007 @ 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting


#179-08

Future Meetings

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into

Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel and negotiations.

#180-08

Executive Session

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn

immediately.

#181-08

Adjournment


_________________________________ Kay E. Ellis

District Clerk

10/23/07

7



Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION







David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood

Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis

Joan Miller

Paul Stroud Therese Mastro

Michon Stuart Deborah Griesinger

Paul Taylor

Executive Session commenced at 10:22PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building.

The Board discussed particular personnel and negotiations.


__________________________________

Kay Ellis

District Clerk



Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING

Tuesday, November 13, 2007



Phyllis Wiley – Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey



David Hanson –arrived 6:16 Student Representative Divine Sebuharara

Paul Stroud


Paul Taylor


The Board meeting was called to order at 6:01PM by President Kim Myers in the Cafeteria of the

Vestal Hills Elementary School.

#182-08

Call to Order

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn

immediately into Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel and recommendations

from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education.

The Board returned to open session at 7:01PM. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

The Board and visitors proceeded to Room 229 for the Spotlight on Vestal Hills. Courtney Jablonski

and Paula Finch demonstrated the many uses of Smartboard. The Board returned to the cafeteria at

7:55PM.

The work session began at 8:00PM with Mary Surdey presenting a history and review of the

District’s Technology Committee. Committee members who made presentations to the Board were

Dodie Anslie, Richard Bucci, Ann Loose, Kathy Knapp, Catherine Hepler, Peter Malejs, Steve

Crowle, Leigh Kaminsky, Merry Jones and Rebecca Stephens.

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the

minutes of the October 23, 2007 meeting as written.

#183-08

Executive Session

#184-08

Spotlight on Vestal Hills

#185-08

Work Session

#186-08

Approval of Minutes

None. #187-08

Public Comments on Agenda

Items


--Liaisons: Michon reported he attended the Nikki Corgel’s class for the claymation demonstration.

He also reported about the NYSSBA Conference in NYC. The sessions were very interesting but

the rooms were overcrowded.

--The BOCES Round Table scheduled for 11/14/07 is canceled.

--Congratulations to the Boys Soccer team, they will be playing in Oneonta this Saturday. The Circle

of Bands event had a great turnout.

--District Planning Group: Michon and Paul Stroud will communicate on who will attend the DPG

meetings. If neither one of them can attend, Kim will be contacted to arrange another member to

attend in their place.


--The Middle School has requested to start 2 new after school clubs, Science Club and Book Club.

They will be on the agenda for approval at the November 27th meeting.

--The High School Course Handbook will be on the agenda for approval November 27th.

#188-08

Reports

11/13/07

Minutes

2

--Michael Maciek and Lillian Levy spoke to the Board regarding the proposed 434 development.

The Board came to consensus regarding the updated terns of contract for land lease. The official

lease will come to the Board as a resolution.

--Due to the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, he agenda meeting will be held on Tuesday 11/20.

There is the possibility the agenda will be revised electronically. If there are any changes, Board

members will be notified.

--There will be a field hockey tournament using Hoover Stadium. The Snack Shack could be used as

a fundraiser for a district organization, such as Dollars for Scholars.

--The next bid opening for the last phases of VFP will be delayed one week. Because of this delay,

there is the possibility a special meeting will have to be arranged to accept the bid awards.

--The Office of State Comptroller will be conducting an audit. It will be scheduled in November and

they will be holding an entrance meeting that the Board is invited to send a representative to, but the

a member of the Board’s Audit Committee is recommended to attend. Shoba agreed to attend this

meeting.

--World is Flat: Mark recommends postponing a decision on this recommendation until the next

meeting. The Curriculum Committee already in place could expand to encompass WIF

recommendations.


--Kim reported for Divine that the Pep Rally went well. The Girl’s Volleyball team is going to the

quarter finals. The KB Dance is scheduled for December 8th.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule E

(Enrollment Report), Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests), and Schedule G

(Superintendent’s Transfers); and to approve Schedule H (Bid Awards-Sale of Surplus Wood Shop

Equipment), Schedule I (Board Transfers), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).

#189-08


Schedules E, F, G, H, I and P


SCHEDULE IP 1


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Schaffhauser, Leanne Teacher Elementary 12/31/07 Relocation

SCHEDULE IP 4 A



(SUBSTITUTES):


*Carr, Karen Registered Nurse RN AAS 11/14/07

*Erario, Janine Elementary/Special Education Initial MS 11/14/07

*Hoff, Andrew Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07

*Kellogg, Rachael Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07

*Keough, Kathryn Registered Nurse RN BSN 11/14/07

*Lawrence, Sara Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07

*Lurenz, Catrina Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07

*VanPatten, Kristyn Mathematics Initial BS 11/14/07

*Wager, Jeanne Registered Nurse RN AAS 11/14/07


SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A




Carr, Karen Registered Nurse RN AAS 11/14/07

Erario, Janine Elementary/Special Education Initial MS 11/14/07

11/13/07

Minutes

3

Hoff, Andrew Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07

Kellogg, Rachael Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07

Keough, Kathryn Registered Nurse RN BSN 11/14/07

Lawrence, Sara Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07

Lurenz, Catrina Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07

VanPatten, Kristyn Mathematics Initial BS 11/14/07

Wager, Jeanne Registered Nurse RN AAS 11/14/07

SCHEDULE IP 4 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT

Attached, please find pages 2,4,8 and 9of a master list of above contract positions for the 2007-08 school year. We are asking approval

for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print.

BOARD MEETING: November 13, 2007

ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2007-08 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED


Varsity Basketball-VOLUNTEER Winter Season 0.0 Prutisto, Mark 11/13/07

JV Basketball B-VOLUNTEER Winter Season 0.0 Fey, Jesse 11/13/07

JV Basketball G Coach Winter Season $4,264.00 4/9/07 *Bullock, Kerri 11/13/07

Vars Swimming B VOLUNTEER Winter Season 0.0 Fedorchak, Mark

Modified Swimming B Asst Winter Season $3,124.00 4/9/07 Datoush, Natalie

Varsity Wrestling VOLUNTEER Winter Season 0.0 Dioro, Thomas

INTRAMURALS

Senior High Fall (Session 1) $550.00 Osinski, David CANCEL 7/24/07

Senior High Fall (Session 2) $550.00 Osinski, David CANCEL 7/24/07

Middle School Winter $369.00 Demetros, Michael 11/13/07

OTHER

Bus Supervision – AM Vestal Hills $2,240.00 4/9/07 Barton, Kay 11/13/07

Bus Supervision – PM Vestal Hills $2,2,40.00 4/9/07 Crowle, Stephen 11/13/07

Science Distribution Vestal Hills $936.00 4/9/07 Ivan, Lynda 11/13/07

Odyssey of the Mind Tioga Hills $316.00 4/9/07 Janik, Lori 11/13/07

Odyssey of the Mind Vestal Hills $16.00 4/9/07 Adams, Robyn 11/13/07


SCHEDULE IP 4 B.A


TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL


JV Basketball G Coach Winter Season $4,264.00 4/9/07 Bullock, Kerri 11/13/07

SCHEDULE IP 7

LEAVES OF ABSENCE: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE:


Kocak, Jocelyn Speech Teacher Speech 11/26/07-6/30/08 Family responsibilities

Mitsakos, Stephanie School Counselor Guidance 10/25/07-1/1/08 Family responsibilities

SCHEDULE NIP 1




Cichostepski, John Custodian PT/S District 11/14/07 To accept Clerk PT

Vaughn, Sali Teacher Aide PT/S

Typist PT/S

District 11/27/07 Relocation

11/13/07

Minutes

4

Walter, Patty Bus Attendant

Cleaner PT/S

Transportation

District

10/26/07

10/29/07

Personal Reasons

Personal Reasons

SCHEDULE NIP 4



APPOINTMENTS:


PERIOD

SALARY REMARKS

Gill, Sara Teacher Aide Glenwood 11/14/07-5/13/08 $11,800 26 week probationary period

SCHEDULE NIP 8 A


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS-

SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Andrews, Alyson Teacher Aide PT/S 11/14/07

*Criscitello, Helen Teacher Aide PT/S 11/14/07

*Hellmann, Renee Typist PT/S 11/14/07

*Klie, Peter Bus Attendant PT/S 11/14/07


SCHEDULE NIP 8 A.A


TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTUCTIONAL



Criscitello, Helen Teacher Aide PT/S 11/14/07

Hellmann, Renee Typist PT/S 11/14/07

Klie,Peter Bus Attendant PT/S 11/14/07

SCHEDULE NIP 9B



*Campo, Isabel Bus Attendant

(Driver in Training)

Transportation 11/14/07-6/3/08 $7.52/hr 26 wk probationary

period

Cihostepski, John Clerk PT District 11/14/07-6/3/08 $10.41/hr 26 wk probationary

period

*Lewis, Michelle Typist PT Senior High 11/14/07-6/3/08 $10.41/hr 26 wk probationary

period


SCHEDULE NIP 9B.A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPROINTMENT



Campo, Isabel Bus Attendant

(Driver in Training)

Transportation 11/14/07-6/3/08 $7.52/hr 26 wk probationary

period

Lewis, Michelle Typist PT Senior High 11/14/07-6/3/08 $10.41/hr 26 wk probationary

period

SCHEDULE IP 10


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATES REASON

Mitchell, William Bus Attendant Transportation 10/19/07-12/31/07 Medical Reasons

Muggeo, Rebecca Teacher Aide Glenwood 11/2/07-6/30/08 Family Responsibilities

11/13/07

Minutes

5

SCHEDULE NIP 11

CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL


NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REMARKS

Foster, Ruth Bus Attendant PT/S Transportation To Bus Attendant 10/30/07

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following

resolution:

RESOLVED, that a fee of $314.82 per pupil be established for health and welfare services available

to non-resident pupils attending private or parochial schools in the Vestal School District during the

2007-08 school year.

#190-08

Health and Welfare Service Charges

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign

an agreement with the Owego Apalachin Central School District to provide Health and Welfare

Services to approximately 2 students attending non-public schools residing in the Vestal Central

School District during the 2007-08 school year, at a cost of $131.25 per student.

#191-08

Health and Welfare Service Charges;

Owego Apalachin


resolution:

WHEREAS, on April 17, 2007, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed

to participate in BOCES Services, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed to payment on

supplemental contracts, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education is authorized to

sign the supplemental contract titled Amendment I.

#192-08

Supplemental Purchase I of BOCES

Services

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign a

contract with United Health Services to provide flu shots and related informational health services

to Vestal Central School District employees in accordance with the attached agreement.

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 30 students for a trip to Saratoga, NY

for a basketball tournament, November 30 through December 1, 2007.

#193-08

Contract with United Health Services

Hospitals, Inc.

#194-08

Field Trip Approval: Basketball

Team to Saratoga

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order W&D-02 for Johnson Howard

Associates for labor and materials for additional demolition of plaster jambs and heads for new

window installation and provide a credit for a decrease in contract amount for the allowance monies

not used on this project at Vestal Hills Elementary School for the following amount:

W&D-02: $1,443.00



Resolved, that the Board of Education approve the following change orders for Smith Site

Development, LLC for the stadium project as described:

SW2-2: Furnish labor and materials for removal and stockpile of excess fill

$9,297.00

SW2-3: Furnish labor, material, and equipment to install sprinkler main to inside Toilet

Facility/Team Room #1 $1,704.00

SW2-4: Furnish labor and material to install additional sidewalk at Clayton Avenue

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Change Order W&D-02; Vestal

Elementary Schools Project

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Change Orders SW2-2, SW2-3,

SW2-4, SW2-5, SW2-6, SW2-7,

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$5,400.00

SW2-5: Furnish Labor and material to install additional sidewalk at Visitor’s area

$6,567.00

SW2-6: Furnish labor, material, and equipment to raise storm line at Clayton Avenue, to remove

temporary parking at Clayton Avenue, and to remove unsuitable soil and backfill

$5,358.00

SW2-7: Furnish labor, material, and equipment to adjust subgrade for asphalt patch

$1,219.00

SW2-8: Furnish labor and material to grade existing area and install Type 3 binder for parking area,

and to install fabric, structural fill asphalt binder and top coat at North end of bleachers

$16,249.00

On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the


RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order SS-01 for AV Solutions for a

credit for a decrease in contract amount and to furnish labor, material, and equipment for the

installation of the pool sound system at the Vestal High School for the following amount:

SS-01: $20,635.00



The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency

conditional appointment is necessary in relation to an appointment of a contractor, and the Board

having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractor having filed

a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State

Education Department an application for conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the

prospective contractor, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is


BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20 business

days beginning November 14, or the approval of the appointment of such individuals, whichever

occurs first.

Steven Nelson, Custodial Substitute with Matrix

The Board reviewed changes in Policy #7530 (Child Abuse) and on motion by Paul Stroud, second

by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the changes to Policy #7530.

None.

#197-08

Change Order SS-01; Vestal High

School Project

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Emergency Conditional Appointment

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Policy

#200-08

Voice of the Public


Tuesday, November 27, 2007 @ 7:00 PM Regular Meeting


Tuesday, December 18, 2007 @ 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting


On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn

immediately into Executive Session to discuss particular personnel, negotiations, and a legal matter.

#201-08

Future Meetings

#203-08

Executive Session

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #204-08

Adjournment


_______________________ Kay E. Ellis

District Clerk



Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION








David Hanson – arrived 6:16 District Clerk Kay Ellis

Paul Stroud

Michon Stuart

Paul Taylor

Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 6:06PM in the conference room of Vestal Hills Elementary

School. The Board discussed matter of particular personnel.

Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool

Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student

made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members

gave due consideration to each case before voting.

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the


On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the

recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 7 students.


__________________________________

Kay Ellis

District Clerk



Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION









Paul Stroud

Michon Stuart Attorney John Lynch

Paul Taylor

Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 9:35PM in the Conference Room of Vestal Hills Elementary

School. The Board discussed particular personnel, negotiations, and a legal matter.


__________________________________

Kay Ellis

District Clerk


Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, November 13, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers– President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley – Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson –arrived 6:16 Student Representative Divine Sebuharara Paul Stroud Michon Stuart District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Taylor Joan Miller About 25 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 6:01PM by President Kim Myers in the Cafeteria of the Vestal Hills Elementary School.

#182-08 Call to Order

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel and recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education. The Board returned to open session at 7:01PM. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. The Board and visitors proceeded to Room 229 for the Spotlight on Vestal Hills. Courtney Jablonski and Paula Finch demonstrated the many uses of Smartboard. The Board returned to the cafeteria at 7:55PM. The work session began at 8:00PM with Mary Surdey presenting a history and review of the District’s Technology Committee. Committee members who made presentations to the Board were Dodie Anslie, Richard Bucci, Ann Loose, Kathy Knapp, Catherine Hepler, Peter Malejs, Steve Crowle, Leigh Kaminsky, Merry Jones and Rebecca Stephens. On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the minutes of the October 23, 2007 meeting as written.

#183-08 Executive Session

#184-08 Spotlight on Vestal Hills

#185-08 Work Session

#186-08 Approval of Minutes

None. #187-08 Public Comments on Agenda

Items

Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: Michon reported he attended the Nikki Corgel’s class for the claymation demonstration. He also reported about the NYSSBA Conference in NYC. The sessions were very interesting but the rooms were overcrowded. --The BOCES Round Table scheduled for 11/14/07 is canceled. --Congratulations to the Boys Soccer team, they will be playing in Oneonta this Saturday. The Circle of Bands event had a great turnout. --District Planning Group: Michon and Paul Stroud will communicate on who will attend the DPG meetings. If neither one of them can attend, Kim will be contacted to arrange another member to attend in their place. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --The Middle School has requested to start 2 new after school clubs, Science Club and Book Club. They will be on the agenda for approval at the November 27th meeting. --The High School Course Handbook will be on the agenda for approval November 27th.

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--Michael Maciek and Lillian Levy spoke to the Board regarding the proposed 434 development. The Board came to consensus regarding the updated terns of contract for land lease. The official lease will come to the Board as a resolution. --Due to the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, he agenda meeting will be held on Tuesday 11/20. There is the possibility the agenda will be revised electronically. If there are any changes, Board members will be notified. --There will be a field hockey tournament using Hoover Stadium. The Snack Shack could be used as a fundraiser for a district organization, such as Dollars for Scholars. --The next bid opening for the last phases of VFP will be delayed one week. Because of this delay, there is the possibility a special meeting will have to be arranged to accept the bid awards. --The Office of State Comptroller will be conducting an audit. It will be scheduled in November and they will be holding an entrance meeting that the Board is invited to send a representative to, but the a member of the Board’s Audit Committee is recommended to attend. Shoba agreed to attend this meeting. --World is Flat: Mark recommends postponing a decision on this recommendation until the next meeting. The Curriculum Committee already in place could expand to encompass WIF recommendations. Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: --Kim reported for Divine that the Pep Rally went well. The Girl’s Volleyball team is going to the quarter finals. The KB Dance is scheduled for December 8th. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule E (Enrollment Report), Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests), and Schedule G (Superintendent’s Transfers); and to approve Schedule H (Bid Awards-Sale of Surplus Wood Shop Equipment), Schedule I (Board Transfers), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).

#189-08 Acceptance/Approval of

Schedules E, F, G, H, I and P

Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made: SCHEDULE IP 1

RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSSchaffhauser, Leanne Teacher Elementary 12/31/07 Relocation SCHEDULE IP 4 A

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS*Carr, Karen Registered Nurse RN AAS 11/14/07 *Erario, Janine Elementary/Special Education Initial MS 11/14/07 *Hoff, Andrew Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 *Kellogg, Rachael Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 *Keough, Kathryn Registered Nurse RN BSN 11/14/07 *Lawrence, Sara Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 *Lurenz, Catrina Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 *VanPatten, Kristyn Mathematics Initial BS 11/14/07 *Wager, Jeanne Registered Nurse RN AAS 11/14/07 *pending fingerprint clearance SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSCarr, Karen Registered Nurse RN AAS 11/14/07 Erario, Janine Elementary/Special Education Initial MS 11/14/07

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Hoff, Andrew Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 Kellogg, Rachael Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 Keough, Kathryn Registered Nurse RN BSN 11/14/07 Lawrence, Sara Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 Lurenz, Catrina Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 VanPatten, Kristyn Mathematics Initial BS 11/14/07 Wager, Jeanne Registered Nurse RN AAS 11/14/07 SCHEDULE IP 4 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 2,4,8 and 9of a master list of above contract positions for the 2007-08 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: November 13, 2007

ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2007-08 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDINTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Varsity Basketball-VOLUNTEER Winter Season 0.0 Prutisto, Mark 11/13/07JV Basketball B-VOLUNTEER Winter Season 0.0 Fey, Jesse 11/13/07JV Basketball G Coach Winter Season $4,264.00 4/9/07 *Bullock, Kerri 11/13/07Vars Swimming B VOLUNTEER Winter Season 0.0 Fedorchak, Mark Modified Swimming B Asst Winter Season $3,124.00 4/9/07 Datoush, Natalie Varsity Wrestling VOLUNTEER Winter Season 0.0 Dioro, Thomas INTRAMURALS Senior High Fall (Session 1) $550.00 Osinski, David CANCEL 7/24/07Senior High Fall (Session 2) $550.00 Osinski, David CANCEL 7/24/07Middle School Winter $369.00 Demetros, Michael 11/13/07 OTHER Bus Supervision – AM Vestal Hills $2,240.00 4/9/07 Barton, Kay 11/13/07Bus Supervision – PM Vestal Hills $2,2,40.00 4/9/07 Crowle, Stephen 11/13/07Science Distribution Vestal Hills $936.00 4/9/07 Ivan, Lynda 11/13/07Odyssey of the Mind Tioga Hills $316.00 4/9/07 Janik, Lori 11/13/07Odyssey of the Mind Vestal Hills $16.00 4/9/07 Adams, Robyn 11/13/07*pending fingerprint clearance SCHEDULE IP 4 B.A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL

AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDJV Basketball G Coach Winter Season $4,264.00 4/9/07 Bullock, Kerri 11/13/07 SCHEDULE IP 7

LEAVES OF ABSENCE: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSKocak, Jocelyn Speech Teacher Speech 11/26/07-6/30/08 Family responsibilities Mitsakos, Stephanie School Counselor Guidance 10/25/07-1/1/08 Family responsibilities SCHEDULE NIP 1

RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSCichostepski, John Custodian PT/S District 11/14/07 To accept Clerk PT Vaughn, Sali Teacher Aide PT/S

Typist PT/S District 11/27/07 Relocation

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Walter, Patty Bus Attendant Cleaner PT/S

Transportation District

10/26/07 10/29/07

Personal Reasons Personal Reasons

SCHEDULE NIP 4

PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY

PERIODSALARY REMARKS

Gill, Sara Teacher Aide Glenwood 11/14/07-5/13/08 $11,800 26 week probationary period SCHEDULE NIP 8 A

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS- SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSAndrews, Alyson Teacher Aide PT/S 11/14/07 *Criscitello, Helen Teacher Aide PT/S 11/14/07 *Hellmann, Renee Typist PT/S 11/14/07 *Klie, Peter Bus Attendant PT/S 11/14/07 *pending fingerprint clearance SCHEDULE NIP 8 A.A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSCriscitello, Helen Teacher Aide PT/S 11/14/07 Hellmann, Renee Typist PT/S 11/14/07 Klie,Peter Bus Attendant PT/S 11/14/07 SCHEDULE NIP 9B

PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS*Campo, Isabel Bus Attendant

(Driver in Training) Transportation 11/14/07-6/3/08 $7.52/hr 26 wk probationary

period Cihostepski, John Clerk PT District 11/14/07-6/3/08 $10.41/hr 26 wk probationary

period *Lewis, Michelle Typist PT Senior High 11/14/07-6/3/08 $10.41/hr 26 wk probationary

period *pending fingerprint clearance SCHEDULE NIP 9B.A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPROINTMENT PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKSCampo, Isabel Bus Attendant

(Driver in Training) Transportation 11/14/07-6/3/08 $7.52/hr 26 wk probationary

period Lewis, Michelle Typist PT Senior High 11/14/07-6/3/08 $10.41/hr 26 wk probationary

period SCHEDULE IP 10

LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATES REASONMitchell, William Bus Attendant Transportation 10/19/07-12/31/07 Medical Reasons Muggeo, Rebecca Teacher Aide Glenwood 11/2/07-6/30/08 Family Responsibilities

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SCHEDULE NIP 11CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL


NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REMARKSFoster, Ruth Bus Attendant PT/S Transportation To Bus Attendant 10/30/07

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that a fee of $314.82 per pupil be established for health and welfare services available to non-resident pupils attending private or parochial schools in the Vestal School District during the 2007-08 school year.

#190-08 Health and Welfare Service Charges

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an agreement with the Owego Apalachin Central School District to provide Health and Welfare Services to approximately 2 students attending non-public schools residing in the Vestal Central School District during the 2007-08 school year, at a cost of $131.25 per student.

#191-08 Health and Welfare Service Charges;

Owego Apalachin

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, on April 17, 2007, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed to participate in BOCES Services, and WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed to payment on supplemental contracts, therefore BE IT RESOLVED that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education is authorized to sign the supplemental contract titled Amendment I.

#192-08 Supplemental Purchase I of BOCES

Services

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign a contract with United Health Services to provide flu shots and related informational health services to Vestal Central School District employees in accordance with the attached agreement. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 30 students for a trip to Saratoga, NY for a basketball tournament, November 30 through December 1, 2007.

#193-08 Contract with United Health Services

Hospitals, Inc.

#194-08 Field Trip Approval: Basketball

Team to Saratoga

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order W&D-02 for Johnson Howard Associates for labor and materials for additional demolition of plaster jambs and heads for new window installation and provide a credit for a decrease in contract amount for the allowance monies not used on this project at Vestal Hills Elementary School for the following amount: W&D-02: $1,443.00 On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: Resolved, that the Board of Education approve the following change orders for Smith Site Development, LLC for the stadium project as described: SW2-2: Furnish labor and materials for removal and stockpile of excess fill $9,297.00 SW2-3: Furnish labor, material, and equipment to install sprinkler main to inside Toilet Facility/Team Room #1 $1,704.00 SW2-4: Furnish labor and material to install additional sidewalk at Clayton Avenue

#195-08 Change Order W&D-02; Vestal


#196-08 Change Orders SW2-2, SW2-3,

SW2-4, SW2-5, SW2-6, SW2-7, SW2-8; Vestal Stadium Project

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$5,400.00 SW2-5: Furnish Labor and material to install additional sidewalk at Visitor’s area $6,567.00 SW2-6: Furnish labor, material, and equipment to raise storm line at Clayton Avenue, to remove temporary parking at Clayton Avenue, and to remove unsuitable soil and backfill $5,358.00 SW2-7: Furnish labor, material, and equipment to adjust subgrade for asphalt patch $1,219.00 SW2-8: Furnish labor and material to grade existing area and install Type 3 binder for parking area, and to install fabric, structural fill asphalt binder and top coat at North end of bleachers $16,249.00 On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order SS-01 for AV Solutions for a credit for a decrease in contract amount and to furnish labor, material, and equipment for the installation of the pool sound system at the Vestal High School for the following amount: SS-01: $20,635.00 On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency conditional appointment is necessary in relation to an appointment of a contractor, and the Board having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractor having filed a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department an application for conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the prospective contractor, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointment is hereby made, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days beginning November 14, or the approval of the appointment of such individuals, whichever occurs first. Steven Nelson, Custodial Substitute with Matrix The Board reviewed changes in Policy #7530 (Child Abuse) and on motion by Paul Stroud, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the changes to Policy #7530. None.

#197-08 Change Order SS-01; Vestal High

School Project

#198-08 Emergency Conditional Appointment

#199-08 Policy

#200-08

Voice of the Public Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, November 27, 2007 @ 7:00 PM Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building

Tuesday, December 18, 2007 @ 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss particular personnel, negotiations, and a legal matter.

#201-08 Future Meetings


On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #204-08 Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 10:55 PM. _______________________ Kay E. Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2007 11-13 MIN.doc

VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1


PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson – arrived 6:16 District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 6:06PM in the conference room of Vestal Hills Elementary School. The Board discussed matter of particular personnel. Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 49 students. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 7 students. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:01PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2007 11-13 MIN1.doc




PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Attorney John Lynch Paul Taylor Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 9:35PM in the Conference Room of Vestal Hills Elementary School. The Board discussed particular personnel, negotiations, and a legal matter. The Board returned to Open Session at 10:55PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2007 11-13 MIN2.doc


BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, November 27, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers– President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley– Vice-President - ABSENT Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Nora Hickey School Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara - ABSENT Michon Stuart Paul Taylor – ABSENT Joan Miller – ABSENT About 75 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:00PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Mark introduced Ann Loose to present the certificate to Madeline Webster, 7th grader, whose entry won the Middle School Division of the American Cancer Society’s “Many Faces of Chemistry” poster contest. Karen Valenta explained Madeline’s poster has been sent to Washington DC to the National Level of the contest. Mark read a proclamation from Town Supervisor Peter Andreasen naming November 26-30 as Vestal Boys Soccer Week in recognition of the Class AA State Championship. Tom Hahne commended the team and coaching staff. Catherine Hepler congratulated the team and announced there would be a pep rally held in their honor on Friday at 2:20pm.

#205-08 Call to Order and Pledge of

Allegiance

#206-08 Student Recognition

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 6 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education.


The Board returned to open session in the Board Conference Room at 7:27 PM.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the minutes of the November 13, 2007 meeting.


Edward Dutkowsky, 820 Verna Drive, Vestal, addressed the board in reference to the lacrosse goal at Sammon Field. John Maczko, 201 Imperial Court, Vestal, addressed the board in reference to the lacrosse goal at Sammon Field. Craig Simonds, 316 First Avenue, Vestal, addressed the board in reference to the lacrosse goal at Sammon Field. Todd Mansfield, 564 Jones Road, Vestal, addressed the board in reference to the lacrosse goal at Sammon Field. Chris Cook, 125 Rock Road, Vestal, addressed the board in reference to the lacrosse goal at Sammon Field. Stephen Youngstrom, 3833 Gates Road, Vestal, addressed the board in reference to the lacrosse goal at Sammon Field. Barry Ilse, 809 Vestal Road, Vestal, addressed the board in reference to the lacrosse goal at Sammon Field.

#209-08 Public Comments on Agenda Items

11/27/07

Denise Battaglini, 417 Torrance Avenue, Vestal, addressed the board in reference to the lacrosse goal at Sammon Field. Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: Nora reported the Tioga Hills PTA has awarded their mini grants and will be looking for more applications. They are celebrating the 40th anniversary. Kim attended the Senior High faculty meeting. The King Bruin dance is scheduled for 12/8/07. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --Mark reported on the issue of the lacrosse goal at Sammon Field. His information was the goals were stored in the off season in the Snack Shack. Taking into consideration liability issues, supervision, and vandalism he had the goal removed. He explored the idea of contacting the Town of Vestal to develop a program through their Rec Department. The board requested more information regarding insurance coverage and liability, to be reported at the 12/18/07 meeting. --the initial meeting regarding the State Comptroller Audit is scheduled for Friday at 1:00pm. Board members Shoba Agneshwar, Michon Stuart, and David Hanson will attend. --Town of Vestal Supervisor Peter Andreasen has offered to meet with the board and the vendor who is contracted to do the town reassessment. The meeting was scheduled for 12/11/07. --the lease for the Driver’s Education cars is up at the end of this semester and will not be renewed. We currently rent the cars at $20.00/day per car. There are no cars available to continue the program in the spring semester. To purchase vehicles through state contract would require 120 days lead time. Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: None.

#210-08 Reports

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 6 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer’s Report-October), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-October), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report-October), and Schedule C (Bills-October); and approve Schedule P (Personnel Changes).

#211-08 Acceptance/Approval of Schedules

A, B1, B3, C, and P


SCHEDULE IP 2RETIREMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATESimonds, Craig Mathematics Teacher Secondary 7/1/08

SCHEDULE IP 3

PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERT PROBATIONARY

PERIODTENURE DATE SALARY

*Wakker, Mallory Art Teacher Art Initial 1/2/08-1/2/11 1/3/11 TBD *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 3A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE

AREACERT PROBATIONARY

PERIODTENURE DATE SALARY

Wakker, Mallory Art Teacher Art Initial 1/2/08-1/2/11 1/3/11 TBD

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SCHEDULE IP 4 TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS*He’, Monica Mandarin None MA 11/28/07 Simonds, Craig Mathematics Perm 9/1/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSHe’, Monica Mandarin None MA 11/28/07

SCHEDULE IP 4 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 1, 2, 4, 8, 10, 11 and 12 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2007-08 school year. We are asking for approval of the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: November 27, 2007 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDINTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Stadium Manager Annual $7,5000.00 1/2/07 Scelsi, Samuel CHANGE 11/27/07Varsity/JV Bowling VOLUNTEER

Winter Season

*Wagner, Eugene

11/27/07

Varsity Cheerleading Winter Season $2,173.00 4/9/07 Fine, Sharyn (co)* 11/27/07Varsity Cheerleading Winter Season $2,173.00 4/9/07 Whalen, Katherine (co)* 11/27/07 JV Cheerleading

Winter Season $2,749.00

4/9/07

Whalen, Katherine CANCEL

11/27/07

*CHANGEINTRAMURALS Senior High Winter (session 1) $649.00 Cerra, James 11/27/07Senior High Winter (session 2) $550.00 Osinski, David 11/27/07Senior High Winter (session 3) $649.00 Cerra, James 11/27/07Senior High Winter (session 4) $649.00 Cerra, James 11/27/07 OTHER Science Distribution Tioga Hills $936.00 4/9/07 Kunzman, Mary 11/27/07 MUSIC Jazz Band Director Senior High $2,357.00 4/9/07 O’Connell, Patricia 11/27/07BCMEA Level III Elementary $392.00 4/9/07 Crowle, Stephen* 11/27/07BCMEA Level III Elementary $392.00 4/9/07 Jagger, Holly* 11/27/07BCMEA Level III Elementary $392.00 4/9/07 Smith, Alfred* 11/27/07Concert in the Mall Elementary $53.00 4/9/07 Warneck, Aubrey* 11/27/07NYSSMA Level I Elementary $111.00 4/9/07 Warneck, Aubrey* 11/27/07 *CANCEL


TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDINTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Varsity/JV Bowling Winter Season 00.0 Wagner, Eugene 11/27/07VOLUNTEER

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SCHEDULE NIP 1RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSGensler, Robert Bus Driver Transportation 11/30/07 Personal reasons St.Pierre, Linda Teacher Aide PT/S District 11/7/07 Other employment

SCHEDULE NIP 2

RETIREMENT: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENT: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSMarsh, Thomas I. Director of Computer Services Administration 10/4/09

SCHEDULE NIP 4

PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS*Bates, Jenine Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 12/3/07-6/1/08 $11,900 26 wk probationary period *Gross, Nicole Teacher Aide African Road 11/28/07-5/27/08 TBD 26 wk probationary period *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 4 A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKSBates, Jenine Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 12/3/07-6/1/08 $11,900 26 wk probationary period Gross, Nicole Teacher Aide African Road 11/28/07-5/27/08 TBD 26 wk probationary period

SCHEDULE NIP 11

CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REMARKSThe following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Hofmann, Danielle Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 12/11/07 Staneva-Dimitrova, Biliana

Teacher Aide

Middle School

12/11/07

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District participate in Cooperative Bidding for Bread/Bread Products, Juice/Water Products, and Chemical/ Warewashing Products for the school years 2007-2008, 2008-2009, and 2009-2010 with other school districts in New York State, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District participate in Cooperative Bidding for Milk Products and Ice Cream for the school year 2007-2008 with other school districts in New York State, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District participate in Cooperative Bidding for Paper, Grocery, and Miscellaneous Products for the school year 2007-2008 with other school districts in New York State, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Mark Bordeau, Director of Food Services, Broome-Tioga

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BOCES, or Designee be designated to receive and open said bids and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District accepts the results of the cooperative bid for Grocery Food Items through the Broome County Specification Group for the period November 11, 2007 to December 31, 2007.

#213-08 Bid Award for Grocery Food Items

On motion by Michon Stuart second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 136 Music students (Vestal Voices and Senior High Orchestra) for a trip to Williamsburg, VA for evaluation and competition from March 27-March 30, 2008.

#214-08 Field Trip Approval: Music Students

to Williamsburg, VA

On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, the property owner and Town Assessor have requested refund and credit for real property taxes, the Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the approval of such application for the property owner delineated below for the reasons outlined on the attached application. Taxes Corrected Town Acct. No. Billed Taxes Owner___________ Owego 06232 $18,383.22 $18,166.72 Fifth Garden Park Ltd.

#215-08 Correction to Tax Bill-Fifth Garden

Park Ltd.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: Resolved, that the Board of Education approve the following change orders for Blanding Electric, Inc. for the Senior High School project as described: EC-01: Furnish labor and materials to pull feeder, remove and relocate existing conduits/hangars in gymnasium $9,110.00 EC-02: Furnish labor and materials to relocate existing conduits for HVAC installations, complete disconnects of air cleaner units, and remove existing receptacles to facilitate new construction and re-install $1,787.00

EC-03: Furnish labor and equipment to install wiring to new AV units around gymnasium; tie-in existing units and troubleshoot the fire alarm system $2,960.00

EC-04: Furnish labor and material to tie-in 600MCM feeders into MDP on premium time; remove 2 existing exhaust fans to facilitate new construction; remove pool fixtures, wireways in existing pool, and troubleshoot dimming rack; add wiring and controls at mat hoist; install 2 GFI outlets for pool scorer tables; install GFI outlet for drinking fountain; and install low voltage cables for pool scoreboards $4,243.00

EC-05: Furnish labor, equipment and materials to install pool grounding system $7,790.00

#216-08 Change Orders EC-01, EC-02, EC-03, EC-04, and EC-05; Senior High

School Project

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education adopt the 2008-09 Vestal Senior High Course Handbook as reviewed.

#217-08 Approval of 2008-09 Senior High

Course Handbook

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the #218-08

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following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve the establishment of the Science Club at the Middle School.

Vestal Middle School Science Club

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve the establishment of the Book Club at the Middle School.

#219-08 Vestal Middle School Book Club

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: Glenwood Elementary Wall Tile Replacement 03-16-01-06-0-010-008 RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign agreements with Leva Bros. Tile & Marble Co, Inc. for General Construction as listed, per bid specifications.

#220-08 Vestal Facilities Project; Leva Bros.

Tile & Marble Co, Inc,

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the attached unit cost methodology is hereby approved for shared services with the Broome-Tioga Board of Cooperative Educational Services for the 2008–09 school year.

#221-08 Unit Cost Methodology for BOCES

Services

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education pursuant to its authority under Section 1709 (12) of the Education Law hereby accepts the following gift: Description Approx. Value Donor Recipient Cash Donation $1,829.23 Vestal Dollars Vestal IB & AP Students For IB & AP For Scholars Examination Fees

#222-08 Acceptance of Gift

On motion by David Hanson, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign a lease agreement for a .17 ± acre parcel of District land north of the District Administration Offices for a monthly rental of $300.00 with annual rent increases as outlined in the Lease Agreement. On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the extension of the Agreement, as amended, for the Cooperative Health Insurance Arrangement of the Broome-Tioga-Delaware County Area School Districts Fund for a period of five years which period will end on June 30, 2013.

#223-08 Lease for 434 Development

#224-08 Extension of Agreement with Cooperative Health Insurance

Arrangement

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the District Educational Support Staff Table of Organization be revised to reflect the following changes, effective November 28, 2007: 3.0 FTE Teacher Aides: Special Education with funding from a release of the reserves in 5908.2250.164.07

#225-08 Release of Reserves

Denny Heckel, 211 North Willis Avenue, Endicott, notified the board the VTA would be having their annual Craft Fair on 12/2 from 10am – 4pm at the Senior High School. Craig Simonds, 316 First Avenue, Vestal, thanked Mark for clarifying that the lacrosse goal would be out during the season.

#226-08 Voice of the Public

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Mary Surdey presented the Instructional Program Plan to the board. She explained this plan is evolving, not static and encompasses technology, professional development, Special Education requirements, and World is Flat recommendations. Richard Bucci described the staff development component to the plan.

#227-08 Work Session: Board Goal #7;

Curriculum Report #1

Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, December 18, 2007 @ 7:00 - PM Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building Tuesday, January 8, 2008 @ 6:00 PM – Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building


On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 6 to 0 to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss negotiations.


On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 6 to 0 to adjourn immediately.

#230-08 Adjournment


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PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President – ABSENT Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller – ABSENT Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor – ABSENT

Executive Session commenced at 10:25PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed negotiations. The Board returned to Open Session at 11:10 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2007 11-27 MIN2.doc




PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President-ABSENT Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart CSE Chairperson Anne Tristan Paul Taylor –ABSENT Joan Miller – ABSENT

Executive Session commenced at 7:25PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building. Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting. On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 6 o 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 8 students. On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 6 o 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 4 students. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:27PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2007 11-27 MIN1.doc

Vestal Central School District Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, December 11, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers - President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley - Vice-President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar – arrived 6:02 Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey –arrived 6:04 David Hanson Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller Paul Stroud – ABSENT About 5 visitors Michon Stuart Paul Taylor – ABSENT The Board meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building.


Mark introduced John Knudson from BCK who presented a financial update on the status of the Facilities Project. This update focused on the bid climate and enhancements to the project which have created some budgetary concerns. The board discussed several options to help give the budget some relief. A comprehensive project update will be presented at the 12/18/07 meeting.

#232-08 Capital Project Report

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately.

#233-08 Adjournment


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BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, December 18, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers– President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley – Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet -ABSENT Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson Joan Miller Paul Stroud - ABSENT District Clerk Kay Ellis Michon Stuart - ABSENT Paul Taylor Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara - ABSENT About 10 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:00PM by President Kim Myers in the Staff Development Room of the Administration Building.


On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education. The Board returned to open session at 7:20PM in the Board Conference Room. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the minutes of the November 27, 2007 and December 11, 2007 meetings as written.



None. #237-08 Public Comments on Agenda

Items

Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: Phyllis reported she was at Glenwood Elementary for the 2nd grade cookie baking. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --Mark asked Mike Sherwood to report on the change in the voter registration procedure. A resolution will be presented in January to have continuous registration instead of a single registration day the week before a vote. --Mary Surdey presented a staff opening update: 7 staff members on leaves of absence, 8 long term subs, 6 more anticipated in the next 2-3 months. --A winter boys volleyball season will be discussed at the January STAC meeting. --Jack Sherman will lease 2 vehicles to the district for driver’s education during the second semester. The driver’s education fee will be adjusted to reflect the increased cost of these cars. --In conjunction with Vestal Police Department, a SWAT training drill will be conducted at the Senior High School during the February break. Some staff will participate in the active shooter exercise. --An aerial photograph of the Senior High/Stadium will be looked into next year. --Board members are invited to the film festival at the Senior High on Friday. --There are 4 available school closing days left. The possibility of using March 19th as an instructional day was discussed. Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: None

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On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer’s Report-November), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-November), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report-November), Schedule C (Bills-November), Schedule E (Enrollment Report), Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests), and Schedule G (Superintendent’s Transfers); and to approve Schedule H (Bid Awards-RFP: Substitute Janitorial Services), Schedule I (Board Transfers), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).

#239-08 Acceptance/Approval of

Schedules A. B1, B3, C, E, F, G, H, I and P

Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made: SCHEDULE IP 1

RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSCutting, Joel Substitute Teacher 11/27/07 Other employment Kamysz, Amy Substitute Teacher 12/6/07 Relocation SCHEDULE IP 2

RETIREMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSSpear, Kathleen R. French Teacher Foreign Language 7/1/08 White, Stephen J. Administrator Assistant Principal 12/31/07 SCHEDULE IP 3

RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIFICA

TIONPROBATIONARY

DATETENURE DATE SALARY

Frye, Holly Elementary Teacher Elementary Initial 1/2/08-1/1/11 1/2/11 TBD Miller, Sarah Elementary Teacher Elementary Initial 1/2/08-1/1/11 1/2/11 TBD SCHEDULE IP 4 A

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS*Angevine, Lindsay Elementary Initial BS 12/19/07 *Camp, Jennifer Elementary/Special Education Provisional MS 12/19/07 *Garrow, Harvey Science Permanent MS 12/19/07 *Lewis, Stephanie Science None MS 12/19/07 *Meeker, Mary Science None BS 12/19/07 Spear, Kathleen French Permanent MA 9/1/08 *Williams, Jessica Elementary/Home & Careers Pending MA 12/19/07 *pending fingerprint clearance SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSAngevine, Lindsay Elementary Initial BS 12/19/07 Camp, Jennifer Elementary/Special Education Provisional MS 12/19/07 Garrow, Harvey Science Permanent MS 12/19/07 Lewis, Stephanie Science None MS 12/19/07 Meeker, Mary Science None BS 12/19/07 Williams, Jessica Elementary/Home & Careers Pending MA 12/19/07

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SCHEDULE IP 4 BTEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT

Attached, please find pages 4,5,7,9,10 and 11of a master list of above contract positions for the 2007-08 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: November 13, 2007

ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2007-08 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDINTRAMURALS Senior High Winter (Session 1) 550.00 Zakrajsek, Nick 12/18/07Senior High Winter (Session 2) 550.00 Zakrajsek, Nick 12/18/07DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSONS Music K-12 9,259.00 4/9/07 Crowle, Stephen 12/18/07Reading K-12 6,259.00 4/9/07 Evans, Sarah 12/18/07 ADVISORS Book Club Middle School 688.00 Connors, Diane (co) 12/18/07Book Club Middle School 688.00 Wolf, Michelle (co) 12/18/07Science Club Middle School 1,375.00 Paulo, Dean 12/18/07 OTHER Odyssey of the Mind CA 316.00 4/9/07 Olson, Michael 12/18/07 MUSIC Set Design Senior High 750.00 4/9/07 Restuccia, Melissa 12/18/07Set Construction Senior High 550.00 4/9/07 Durham, Peter 12/18/07Technical Director Senior High 850.00 4/9/07 Thorpe, Donald 12/18/07Make-up Chairperson Senior High 325.00 4/9/07 Boisvert, Donna 12/18/07Lighting Design Senior High 400.00 4/9/07 Thorpe, Josh 12/18/07 SCHEDULE NIP 1

RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSKlossner, Lisa Food Service Helper District wide 1/2/08 To accept Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT SCHEDULE NIP 4

PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY


*Barry, Maura Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 1/2/08-9/16/08 11,900 26 week probationary period Dennis, Azalea Teacher Aide African Road 12/19/07-6/17/08 11,900 26 week probationary period SCHEDULE NIP 4 A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY


Barry, Maura Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 1/2/08-9/16/08 11,900 26 week probationary period SCHEDULE NIP 8 A

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS- SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

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*Glosick, Thomas Clerk PT/S 1/2/08 *Henry, Kristen Bus Attendant PT/S 12/19/07 *Raimondi-Garcia, Lisa Teacher Aide PT/S 12/19/07 *Wagstaff, Jennifer Teacher Aide PT/S 12/19/07 *pending fingerprint clearance SCHEDULE NIP 8 A.A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSGlosick, Thomas Clerk PT/S 1/2/08 Henry, Kristen Bus Attendant PT/S 12/19/07 Raimondi-Garcia, Lisa Teacher Aide PT/S 12/19/07 Wagstaff, Jennifer Teacher Aide PT/S 12/19/07 SCHEDULE NIP 9B

PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY


Klossner, Lisa Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT (4 hours/day)

Vestal Hills 1/2/08-9/16/08 $5,738 26 week probationary period

O’Brien, Colleen Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT (3 hours/day)

African Road 12/19/07-6/17/08 $4,258 28 week probationary period

*O’Connor, Janice Bus Driver Transportation 12/19/07-9/30/08 $15.59/hr 26 week probationary period

SCHEDULE NIP 9B.A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPROINTMENT PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKSO’Connor, Janice Bus Driver Transportation 12/19/07-9/30/08 $15.59/hr 26 week probationary

period SCHEDULE IP 10

LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATES REASONMayo, Tina Teacher Aide Clayton Ave 12/19/07-2/15/08 Family responsibilities SCHEDULE NIP 11

CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS:

NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REMARKSVaughn, Sali Teacher Aide PT/S District Revised date of resignation 10/27/07 Relocation The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Pooler, Carolyn Food Service Helper Senior High 1/29/08

On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the standard mileage reimbursement rate be increased from 48.5 cents a mile to 50.5 cents a mile to conform with the standard mileage allowance established by the Federal Government for tax purposes. This increase will be effective January 1, 2008.

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On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order SW2-9 for Smith Site Development, LLC for labor, material, and equipment to install 700 sq. ft. of rip rap in existing detention pond for the Vestal Stadium Project for the following amount: SW2-9: $13,592.00

#241-08 Change Order SW2-9; Vestal

Stadium Project

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order EC-02 for Matco Electric Corporation for labor and material to install sound system cabling in the pool area for the following amount: EC-02: $8,975.00

#242-08 Change Order EC-02; Vestal High

School Project

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order SS-01 for Brown Sound Equipment Corp. to provide a credit for allowance monies not used on this project for the following amount: SS-01: $3,000.00 On motion by David Hanson , second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order SW2-10 for Smith Site Development, LLC for labor and material to install signage at Clayton Avenue Elementary School and to install foundation for the Dick Hoover monument relocation for the following amount: SW2-10: $5,376.00

#243-08 Change Order SS-01; Vestal Stadium

Project

#244-08 Change Order SW2-10; Vestal

Stadium Project

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order RC-01 for Weathermaster Roofing, Inc. for labor and material for additional asbestos abatement, replacement of rotted wood, and a credit for allowance monies ($99.00) not used at Vestal Hills Elementary School for the following amount: RC-01: $13,295.50 On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Purchasing Agent, declare the attached list of vehicles as obsolete and authorize her to dispose of these items in accordance with Board Policy 5250. On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Angeshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency conditional appointment is necessary in relation to an appointment of a contractor, and the Board having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractor having filed a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department an application for conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the prospective contractor, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointment is hereby made, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days beginning December 19, 2007 or the approval of the appointment of such individuals, whichever occurs first. Alan Sechrist, Custodial Substitute with Matrix On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the

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#246-08 Declaration of Obsolete Vehicles

#247-08 Emergency Conditional Appointment

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following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby accepts the amount of $5,000 for the funding of grants for the 2007-08 school year from the Vestal School Foundation. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the District Educational Support Staff Table of Organization be revised to reflect the following changes, effective December 19, 2007: 1.0 FTE Teacher Aides: Special Education; with funding from a release of the reserves from 5908.2250.16407 On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to twenty Vestal varsity wrestlers to attend a tournament in Central Square, NY on December 27, 2007 through December 28, 2007. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education amend resolution 5.5-14, Medicare Benefits, to read as follows: The Vestal Central School District will reimburse the cost of Medicare benefits to qualified retirees at the following rates:

a. Eligible individuals who have their retirement accepted by the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District prior to July 1, 1988 will receive reimbursement for Medicare part B costs not to exceed $96.40 per month, per retiree and per eligible spouse, through and including December 31, 2008.

b. Eligible individuals who have had their retirement accepted by the Board of

Education of the Vestal Central School District after July 1, 1988 will receive reimbursement for Medicare part B costs not to exceed $24.80 per month, per retiree and per eligible spouse, through and including December 31, 2008.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that John Harvey as treasurer of the Vestal Central School District is hereby authorized to sign documents necessary to allow the School District to receive electronic bank statements regarding School District accounts at M&T Bank. None.

Acceptance of Grant Funds

#249-08 Release of Reserves-Educational

Support Paraprofessional (Teacher Aides)

#250-08 Field Trip Approval: Wrestlers to

Central Square, NY

#251-08 Amendment of Resolution 5.5-14,

Medicare Benefits

#252-08 E-Statement Authorization for M&T

Bank

#253-08 Voice of the Public

Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, January 8, 2008 @6:00 PM Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building Tuesday, January 22, 2008 @ 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Glenwood Elementary School John Knudson and Steve Thesier from BCK, along with Garri Webb from Greenwood presented the board with the quarterly update on the capital project. They reviewed the parking at African Road and the Senior High renovation planned for the summer. The summer work at African Road, Clayton Ave, Tioga Hills, Glenwood and Transportation was reviewed. The status of Phase 4 and the district wide project of phone and security systems was provided.


#255-08 Work Session: Capital Project

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On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss particular personnel.

#256-08

Executive Session

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately.

#257-08 Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 9:16PM. _______________________ Kay E. Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2007 12-18 MIN.doc



Tuesday, December 18, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller Paul Stroud –ABSENT Director of Special Education Anne Tristan Michon Stuart – ABSENT Paul Taylor

Executive Session commenced at 7:01PM in the Staff Development Room at the Administration Building. Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting. On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 41 students. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:20PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2007 12-18 MIN1.doc



Tuesday, December 18, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller Paul Stroud – ABSENT Michon Stuart – ABSENT Paul Taylor Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 8:45 PM in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed particular personnel. The Board returned to Open Session at 9:16PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2007 12-18 MIN2.doc