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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, January 22, 2008

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 Joan Miller Paul Stroud District Clerk Kay Ellis Michon Stuart Paul Taylor - ABSENT Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara

About 14 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:00PM by President Kim Myers in the Cafetorium of the Glenwood Elementary School. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Deb Griesinger welcomed the board and visitors to Molly Russell’s 1st grade classroom. She demonstrated how the Smartboard technology has enhanced all aspects of her teaching. Three students from her class, Trae Howard, Anika Mott, and Kaitlyn Stepneski assisted in demonstrating the use of the Smartboard.

#282-08 Call to Order and Pledge of

Allegiance

#283-08 Spotlight

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 8 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 at 7:40PM in the Cafetorium. On motion by Nora Hickey, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the January 8, 2008 meeting as written.

#284-08 Executive Session

#285-08 Approval of Minutes

None. #286-08 Public Comments on Agenda

Items

Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: None. --Blood drive at the Senior High on 2/13/08 from 8am to 6pm --French exchange student will be welcomed on 2/15/08 at 5:30pm in the Senior High cafeteria --BOCES has requested time at an upcoming meeting to come and present their budget information. The board came to consensus to invite them to a future meeting, requesting the information to be presented in advance. --The Student Merit Breakfast was very successful. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --Mark review his updated memo format --The addition of a varsity boys volleyball team in the spring was discussed. --Mark requested the 2/12/08 meeting begin at 6pm to accommodate presentations. --Keith Olivet reviewed the governor’s proposed budget and state aid information. Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following:

#287-08 Reports

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--Divine report on the K-B, and the Den Men t-shirt fundraiser. Spirit week was last week. The Talent Fest is scheduled for 2/8/08. The musical is scheduled for 2/28/08-3/1/08. The Board took a short break from 8:10-8:15pm.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer’s Report-December), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-December), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report-December), and Schedule C (Bills-December); and to approve Schedule I (Board Transfers), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).

#288-08 Acceptance/Approval of

Schedules A. B1, B3, C, 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 REMARKSTruskowski, Jamie Music Teacher Music 2/4/08 Personal Reasons Williams, Jessica Substitute Teacher 1/21/08 Other Employment 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*Aldrich, Jamie Elementary Pending BS 1/23/08 *George, Amber English None PhD 1/23/08 *Scanlon, Kathleen Elementary Pending BS 1/23/08 *pending fingerprint clearance SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSAldrich, Jamie Elementary Pending BS 1/23/08 George, Amber English None PhD 1/23/08 Scanlon, Kathleen Elementary Pending BS 1/23/08 SCHEDULE IP 4 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 1,3,4,10 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: January 22, 2008

ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2007-08 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDINTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITITONS Tennis: Varsity, Girls Fall Season TBD 1/2/07 Reynolds, Debra 1/22/08Baseball: Varsity Spring Season $5364.00 4/9/07 Anderson, John 1/22/08Baseball: JV Spring Season $3650.00 4/9/07 Crunden, James 1/22/08Baseball: Modified Spring Season $3387.00 4/9/07 Williams, Lawrence 1/22/08Lacrosse: Varsity Head, Boys Spring Season $6362.00 4/9/07 Simonds, Craig 1/22/08Lacrosse: Varsity Asst, Boys Spring Season $5639.00 4/9/07 Ilse, Barry 1/22/08Lacrosse: JV Head, Boys Spring Season $3650.00 4/9/07 Paulo, Dean 1/22/08Lacrosse: Modified Head, Boys Spring Season $3387.00 4/9/07 Cluck, Dennis 1/22/08Lacrosse: Varsity Head, Girls Spring Season $5364.00 4/9/07 O’Brien, Kelly 1/22/08Lacrosse: Modified Head, Girls Spring Season $3387.00 4/9/07 Harvey, Crystal 1/22/08Softball: Varsity Spring Season $5364.00 4/9/07 Donlin, Brian 1/22/08Softball: JV Spring Season $3650.00 4/9/07 Bishop, Louis 1/22/08Softball: Modified Spring Season $3387.00 4/9/07 Daglio, Steven 1/22/08

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Tennis: Varsity, Boys Spring Season $4346.00 4/9/07 Troidl, Alan 1/22/08Track: Varsity Spring Season $6891.00 4/9/07 Cerra, James 1/22/08Track: Varsity Asst Spring Season $4264.00 4/9/07 Nemecek, Joseph 1/22/08Track: Varsity Asst Spring Season $5182.00 4/9/07 Scelsi, Samuel 1/22/08Track: Varsity Asst Spring Season $4264.00 4/9/07 Siegrist, Valery 1/22/08Track: Modified Head Spring Season $3842.00 4/9/07 Wood, Matthew 1/22/08Track: Modified Asst Spring Season $3638.00 4/9/07 Zetzsche, Robert 1/22/08 INTRAMURALS Elementary Winter Season $369.00 Cornick, Jeffrey 1/22/08Elementary Winter Season $369.00 Hoyt, Scott 1/22/08Middle School Winter Season $550.00 Yesensky, Jodi 1/22/08Senior High Winter (Session 4) $550.00 Zakrajsek, Nick 1/22/08 MUSIC Musical: Costumes, Assistant Middle School $200.00 4/9/07 Styles, Lisa 1/22/08Musical: Publicity Middle School $75.00 4/9/07 Hess, Laurie 1/22/08Musical: Set Construction Middle School $300.00 4/9/07 Watson, Darren 1/22/08 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 REASONBunts, Stacy English Teacher English 1/7/08-4/30/08 Family Responsibilities SCHEDULE IP 8

CHANGES IN STATUS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION TENURE

AREACHANGE EFFECTIVE

DATEREMARKS

Chambala, Kelly Library Media Specialist

Library Media Specialist

Revised probationary period end date from 5/31/08 to 6/17/08

Revised tenure effective date

6/18/08

Unpaid leave of absence 1/17/07-1/31/07

Koenig-Lantzy, Jennifer

Elementary Teacher

Elementary Revised probationary period end date from

6/30/07 to 1/1/09


1/2/09


Mitsakos, Stephanie School Counselor

Guidance Revised probationary period end date from 6/30/08 to 11/8/08


11/10/08


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 REMARKSCanino, Virginia Teacher Aide Vestal Hills 1/28/08 Relocation Perry, Catrina Cleaner, 2nd shift Middle School 1/8/08 Other employment 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*Armburst, Susan Teacher Aide, PT/S 1/23/08 Bryant, Robert Bus Driver PT/S 1/23/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

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SCHEDULE NIP 8 A.ARESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT:

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS- SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSArmburst, Susan Teacher Aide, PT/S 1/23/08 SCHEDULE NIP 9B

PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY

PERIODSALARY REMARKS

*Dilorio, John Bus Attendent (Driver in Training)

Transportation 1/23/08-10/21/08 $7.52/hr 26 wk probationary period

*Light, Laurie Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT 4 hrs/day

Clayton Ave 1/23/08-9/30/08 $5,738 26 wk probationary period

Polman, Lynn 0.5 Teacher Aide PT 3.5 hrs.day

Glenwood 1/23/08-10/7/08 $6,193 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 REMARKS

Dilorio, John Bus Attendent (Driver in Training)

Transportation 1/23/08-10/21/08 $7.52/hr 26 wk probationary period

Light, Laurie Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT 4 hrs/day

Clayton Ave 1/23/08-9/30/08 $5,738 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 REASONKlie, Peter Bus Attendant PT/S Transportation To Bus Attendant 1/2/08 Whitaker, Brenda

0.5 Teacher Aide PT 3.5 hrs/day

Glenwood

To Teacher Aide 7 hrs/day

1/23/08

The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Abramson-Singh, Brooke

Teacher Aide

African Road

2/29/08

Andrews, Alyson Teacher Aide PT (Monitor)

African Road

2/29/08

Boots, Charles Teacher Aide African Road 2/29/08 Franciscovich, Cynthia Teacher Aide PT

(Monitor)

Clayton Ave

2/29/08

Dwyer, Anne 0.5 Typist PT Senior High 2/26/08 Miller, Amata Teacher Aide African Road 2/29/08 Mullen, Sharon Teacher Aide Senior High 2/29/08 Roosa, Edward Bus Driver Transportation 2/12/08 Rowlands, Dennis Bus Driver Transportation 2/12/08 Slyman, Peter Bus Attendant Transportation 2/11/08 Weber, Diana

Teacher Aide PT (Monitor)

Clayton Ave

2/29/08

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution:

#289-08 Textbook Adoption

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RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the following textbook for use, as detailed in the attached memorandum: Economics: Principles in Action by O’Sullivan and Sheffrin Price: $71.47

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into a lease agreement for a period of one year with The Dance Shoppe for the rental of two rooms in the former Central Junior High School in accordance with said agreement effective February 1, 2008 through January 31, 2009.

#290-08 Lease with The Dance Shoppe

On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve the following change orders as listed:

MC-01 $1,914.00 James L. Lewis To furnish labor, equipment, and material to provide heat in Storage Room A27 on the high school project. GC-08 $4,970.00 Fahs Construction Group To furnish labor, material and equipment to install concrete sidewalks and curbs at Vestal Hills Elementary School.

GC-09 $11,897.00 Fahs Construction Group To furnish labor, material and equipment to install catch basin and pipe per Job Drawing JD-C1 revised at Vestal Hills Elementary School. GC-10 $11,814.00 Fahs Construction Group To furnish labor, material and equipment for additional metal stud framing, sheetrock taping and plaster patch at Vestal Hills Elementary School GC-11 $5,061.00 Fahs Construction Group To provide a credit for a decrease in allowance monies not used, to furnish labor, material and equipment to remove and reinstall damaged ceiling tile and condenser unit on roof at Vestal Hills Elementary School.

GC-12 $3,286.00 Fahs Construction Group To furnish labor, material and equipment to install sheetrock tile backer and ceramic tile at Vestal Hills Elementary School.

#291-08

Change Orders MC-01 (Vestal High School Project), GC-08, GC-

09, GC-10, GC-11, and GC-12 (Elementary Schools Project)

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, Verizon of New York Inc. is the record owner of property located in the Town of Owego, Tioga County, New York bearing the parcel number 630.89-9999-631.900-1882 as attached on the Tax Assessment Roll of the Town of Owego, and

WHEREAS, a petition has been filed for the reduction of assessment and tax of said property for the year 2007-08, and

WHEREAS, the parties have agreed to the terms outlined in the attached Consent Order and Honorable Jeffrey A. Tait has directed the reduced assessment in accordance with the attached Decision,

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vestal Central School District, pursuant to said order and the statues provided, adjust the tax payment for Verizon New York attached, for a total of $1,253

#292-08 Refund of Taxes-Verizon New

York

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the tax refund 2007-08 will be taken from current tax receipts. On motion by David Hanson, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that Sarah VanGalder be appointed Deputy Internal Claims Auditor for the Vestal Central School District for the remainder of the 2007-2008 school year. On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 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 gifts: Description Approx. Value Donor Recipient Cash Donation for $100.00 Fancher Appliance, Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner Inc. School District

Cash Donation for $200.00 Anonymous Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner School District

Cash Donation for $200.00 Newman Development Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner Group, LLC School District Health Equipment $5,000.00 Anonymous Vestal Central

School District

#293-08 Appointment of Deputy Internal

Claims Auditor

#294-08

Acceptance of Gifts

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the tuition charges for the 2007-08 school year be set as follows: Per Year Per Sem Per Month Per Day K-12 SWD Base $10,872.00 $5,436.00 $1,087.00 $59.41 Full Day K 6,909.00 3,454.50 690.90 37.74 Grades 1-5 6,909.00 3,454.50 690.90 37.74 Grades 6-12 9,591.00 4,795.50 959.10 52.41 Note: SWD is the acronym for Student with Disability *The net cost per pupil for SWD K-12 is a SWD base amount. The SWD charge is determined by multiplying the SWD base by the weighting factor for the level of service provided to each individual pupil for which a charge is billed. The actual tuition charge is the sum of the appropriate SWD base plus the base grade tuition cost. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of Bearsch Compeau Knudson and District legal counsel, the firm of M. Gleason & Sons of Binghamton, NY, Inc. is hereby permitted to withdraw its previously submitted bid for electrical construction at the African Road Elementary and Vestal Middle Schools. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President of Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into a contract with Management Advisory Group Special Services, Inc. to provide a consultant(s) to confer with district personnel and file all STAC forms. The district will pay $1,200 per month for this service for the time period of February 1, 2008 through June 30, 2008 and will automatically renew on a school year basis each July 1st unless terminated in writing per contract. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following

#295-08 Tuition Rates for the 2007-08

School Year

#296-08 Withdrawal of Bid; M. Gleason &

Sons of Binghamton, NY, Inc.

#297-08 Contract with Management

Advisory Group Special Services, Inc.: STAC Services

#298-08

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resolution: RESOLVED, that the President of Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into a contract with Management Advisory Group Business Operations to provide services related to Medicaid claims for students with disabilities. The district will pay $400 per month for this service for the time period of February 1, 2008 through June 30, 2008 and will automatically renew on a school year basis each July 1st unless terminated in writing per contract. None.

Contract with Management Advisory Group Business

Operations: Medicaid Services

#299-08

Voice of the Public Board Goal # 5: Improve and Maintain District Facilities, Part 1 John Knudson from BCK reviewed the Building Condition Survey, Five Year Plan, Annual Visual Inspection, School Facilities Report Card and AHERA. Joe Loretz will present Part 2 at the 2/12/08 meeting.

#300-08

Work Session

Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 @ 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building Tuesday, February 26, 2008 @ 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Angeshwar, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel, negotiations, and legal matters.

#301-08 Future Meetings


On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately.

#303-08 Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 10:14PM. _______________________ Kay E. Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 1-22 MIN.doc

VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, January 22, 2008

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 Joan Miller Paul Stroud Director of Special Education Anne Tristan Michon Stuart Paul Taylor - ABSENT

Executive Session commenced at 7:35PM in the Library of Glenwood Elementary School. 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 Paul Stroud, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 11 students. On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 4 students. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:40PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 1-22 MIN1.doc



PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet –excused at 10:05pm Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey – excused at 10:05pm Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis – excused at 10:05pm Joan Miller Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor - ABSENT

Executive Session commenced at 8:45PM in the Library of the Glenwood Elementary School. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel, negotiations, and legal matters. The Board returned to Open Session at 10:14 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 1-22 MIN2.doc


BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, January 8, 2008

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers– President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley– Vice-President – Arrived 6:02pm Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey – Arrived 6:50pm Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet – Arrived 6:25pm David Hanson School Attorney Michael Sherwood – Arrived 6:30pm Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara - ABSENT Paul Taylor About 30 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 6:01PM by President Kim Myers in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building.

#261-08 Call to Order

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and particular personnel.


The Board returned to open session in the Board Conference Room at 7:07 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. A moment of silence was observed in remembrance of Gary Cannon, retired mechanic, who passed away over the weekend.

Ann Loose, along with Michele Wolf, Scott Smith, Diane Connors and John Howell were presented with the ePals Awards for the district and Middle School.

#263-08 ePals Awards

Mary Surdey reviewed the ELA and Math instructional goals and data analysis, then introduced Rich Bucci who reviewed curriculum development. Sarah Gilliland, Corinne Schake, Steven Rieben and Bobbi Jo Meddleton demonstrated their curriculum mapper. Sarah Evans and Kathy Knapp presented professional development updates. The Board took a short break from 8:35pm to 8:40pm.

#264-08 Work Session: Improving Math and

ELA

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the minutes of the December 18, 2007 and January 3, 2008 meetings.


None.

#266-08 Public Comments on Agenda Items

Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: None. Kim reminded Board members of the student breakfast tomorrow at 7:00am. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --Keith Olivet reported about the additional STAC and Medicaid processing issues. --Mark reviewed the option to amend the calendar to include March 19,2008 as an instructional day. He will check to see if that is an instruction day for BOCES. Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: None.

#267-08 Reports

1/8/08

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule E (Enrollment Report); and approve Schedule I (Board Transfers) and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).

#268-08 Acceptance/Approval of Schedules

E, 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 REMARKS Proctor, Ellyn Substitute Teacher 12/21/07 Relocation

SCHEDULE IP 4 A

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 *Corbin, Tina English None BA 1/9/08 *Porcari, Tammy Elementary Initial BS 1/9/08 Smilnak, Allison School Counselor Provisional MS Ed 10/25/07-1/1/08 Perm Sub *Sorrentino, Samantha Elementary Pending MST 1/9/08 *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 REMARKS Corbin, Tina English None BA 1/9/08 Porcari, Tammy Elementary Initial BS 1/9/08 Sorrentino, Samantha Elementary Pending MST 1/9/08

SCHEDULE IP 4 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 4, 5, 10 and 11 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: January 8, 2008 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTRAMURALS Elementary Winter $369.00 Novotny, Jennifer 1/8/08 Senior High Winter (Session 3) $550.00 Zakrajsek, Nick 1/8/08 DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSONS – LEVEL II English 6-8 $847.00 4/9/07 Ainslie, Doris (.4) 1/8/08* English 6-8 $1,270.00 4/9/07 Rosa, Melissa (.6) 1/8/08 *CHANGE MUSIC Musical-Advertising/Program

Middle School

$150.00

4/9/07

Solinsky, Angela

1/8/08

Musical -Asst. Director Middle School $709.00 4/9/07 Warneck, Aubrey 1/8/08 Musical -Asst. Dir. Technical Middle School $710.00 4/9/07 Gaylord, Barbara 1/8/08 Musical Supervision Capt Middle School $250.00 4/9/07 Wolf, Michelle 1/8/08 Musical Bckstge Supervision Middle School $200.00 4/9/07 Connor, Diane 1/8/08 Musical Bckstge Supervision Middle School $150.00 4/9/07 Iacovelli, Valerie 1/8/08 Musical –Choreographer Middle School $700.00 4/9/07 Iacovelli, Leah 1/8/08 Musical-Costumes Master Middle School $700.00 4/9/07 Fraser, Marilyn 1/8/08 Musical-Parent Liaison Middle School $300.00 4/9/07 Webster, Wendy 1/8/08 Musical- Props Master Middle School $350.00 4/9/07 *Shafer, Marie 1/8/08

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1/8/08

Musical-Set Construction Capt

Middle School

$450.00

4/9/07

Brower, William

1/8/08

Musical-Theater Manager Middle School $75.00 4/9/07 Hess, Laurie 1/8/08 Musical-Ticket Manager Middle School $200.00 4/9/07 *Williams, Barbara 1//8/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED Musical- Props Master Middle School $350.00 4/9/07 Shafer, Marie 1/8/08 Musical-Ticket Manager Middle School $200.00 4/9/07 Williams, Barbara 1//8/08

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 Foster, Ruth Bus Attendant Transportation 1/21/08 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 PERIOD SALARY REMARKS *Rafferty, Cameron

Automotive Mechanic

Transportation

1/14/08-7/11/08

$23,210

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 REMARKS Rafferty, Cameron

Automotive Mechanic

Transportation

1/14/08-7/11/08

$23,210

26 wk probationary period

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 Hinds, Diana Cook/Manager Vestal Hills 1/9/08-4/1/08 $11,069 12 wk probationary period

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 Hinds, Diana Cook/Manager Vestal Hills 1/9/08-4/1/08 Concurrent with probationary period as

Cook/Manager, Vestal Hills

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 REMARKS

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1/8/08

Metritikas, Maryfrances

Teacher Aide

African Road

Leave of Absence extended. Revised end date 1/15/08.

10/12/07-1/15/08

Family responsibilities

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

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the following textbook for use, as detailed in the attached memorandum:

Algebra 1 by Larson, Boswell, Kanold and Stiff Price: $69.48


On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 15 wrestlers for a trip to Watkins Glen for a wrestling tournament on January 11 and 12, 2008.

#270-08 Field Trip Approval: Wrestlers to

Watkins Glen

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 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 January 9, 2008: 0.5 FTE Teacher Aides: Special Education with funding from a release of the reserves in 5908.2250.164.07 0.5 FTE Teacher Aides: Special Education with funding from an increase in the Table of Organization in 5908.2250.164.07

#271-08 Release of Reserves-Educational

Support Paraprofessionals (Teacher Aides)

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign an agreement with C, C & G Leasing, LLC for rental of 2 cars for the driver education program per the terms of the agreement outlined in the attached.

#272-08 Lease of Driver Education

Vehicles

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 Change Order GC-01 for Fahs Construction Group to provide a credit to eliminate the installation of VCT and vinyl base in certain corridors on the project at Vestal High School for the following amount: GC-01: ($1,560.00)

#273-08 Change Order GC-01; Vestal High

School Project

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 Change Order SE2-11 for Smith Site Development, LLC to provide credits for decreases in contract amounts for aluminum press box railing in lieu of black railing and allowance monies not used on the stadium project for the following total amount: SW2-11: ($3,370.54)

#274-08 Change Order SW2-11; Vestal

Stadium Project

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 PC-01 for James L. Lewis to furnish labor, material, and equipment to relocate the existing storm line to facilitate new elevator pit installation at the Vestal High School for the following amount: PC-01: $15,150.00

#275-08 Change Order PC-01; Vestal High

School Project

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1/8/08

On 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 approve Change Order EC-01 for Nelcorp to provide a credit for decrease in contract amount for allowance monies not used on this project and to furnish labor, material, and equipment to install 1’X4’ lights in existing openings in existing ACM ceilings not slated for removal and turn over 2’X4’ lights to school and for pole removal and temporary electric during overhead service replacement by NYSEG at the Vestal Elementary Schools Project for the following amount: EC-01: $7,868.65

#276-08 Change Order EC-01; Vestal Elementary Schools Project

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, Wilson et al are the record owners of properties located in the Town of Vestal, Broome County, New York bearing the parcel numbers as attached on the Tax Assessment Roll of the Town of Vestal, and

WHEREAS, petitions have been filed for the reduction of assessments and taxes of said properties for the years 2004-05, 2005-06, 2006-07, and 2007-08, and

WHEREAS, the parties have agreed to the terms outlined in the attached Stipulation and the Honorable Jeffrey A. Tait, Justice of the Supreme Court, has directed the reduced assessments in accordance with the attached Order,

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vestal Central School District, pursuant to said order and the statues provided, adjust the tax payments for Wilson et al as attached, for a total of $107,037

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the tax refunds for 2004-05, 2005-06, and 2006-07 be taken from account code 5900.1964.400 and the refunds for 2007-08 will be taken from current tax receipts. Nora Hickey abstained from the vote.

#277-08 Refund of Taxes-Wilson et al

None. #278-08 Voice of the Public

Future meetings are as follows:

Tuesday, January 22 @ 7:00 PM Regular Meeting Glenwood Elementary School Tuesday, February 12 @ 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building


On motion by Paul Stroud, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel and legal matters.



#281-08 Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 9:40PM.

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PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Arrived 6:02pm Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet - Arrived 6:25pm Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey – Arrived 6:50pm Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood -Arrived 6:30 David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart CSE Chairperson Anne Tristan – Arrived 6:50pm Paul Taylor Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 6:01PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building. A matter of particular personnel was discussed. 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 Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 17 students. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:01PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 1-8 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 David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor

Executive Session commenced at 9:01 PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel and legal matters. The Board returned to Open Session at 9:40 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 1-8 MIN2.doc


BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, February 12, 2008

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 David Hanson School Attorney Michael Sherwood – arrived 6:30pm Nora Hickey – left 8:05pm Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud – arrived 6:06pm Michon Stuart Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara ABSENT Paul Taylor - arrived 6:45pm About 17 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 6:04 PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.


BOE Goal #5: Facilities, Part 2 Keith Olivet reviewed information given to the Board at the 1/22/08 meeting, then introduced Joe Loretz. Joe presented an overview of the Facilities operations, including new preventative maintenance procedures, computer systems for data collection and staff planning. He also reviewed facility standards, staffing, and budget considerations. More information will be presented at the 3/10/08 meeting. BOE Goal #2: Technology, Part 2 Dan Myers, Sue Gallagher, and Steve Anderson from BOCES presented their participation in the development of the Technology plan for the district, including inventory of current district equipment, reviewing staff requests and Technology Committee recommendations. Proposals for technology acquisitions and funding were reviewed. The deadline of May 1st was discussed.

#305-08 Work Session

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations and annual reviews from the Committee on Special Education, the Committee on Preschool Special Education. The Board took a short break from 7:45-7:50pm.


The Board returned to open session in the Board Conference Room at 8:02 PM. On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the January 22, 2008 meeting.


None.


Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: Michon reported on the Legislative Committee meeting 1/30/08. He also attended the Health Insurance Consortium meeting. Shoba reported the Middle School principal has started a parent newsletter. Paul Taylor reported on the Glenwood Science Fair and Middle School Curriculum Night. Paul Stroud attended the DPG meeting. --The Talent Fest was very successful. --Volleyball fundraiser on 3/8/08, board members are invited to participate. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --DARE option of Vince Cordi was discussed.

#309-08 Reports

2/12/08

--Samples of educational supplies purchased for the UPK program were on display. --Information on the BOCES Board member workshop will be put on the website, along with distributed to parent groups. --Naming or dedicating the new auditorium at ARE/VMS for Angie Traverse was discussed. --The Vestal police will be conducting a drill at the Senior High next week. Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: NONE. On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept Schedule E (Enrollment Report), Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests), and Schedule G (Superintendent’s Transfers); and approve Schedule H (Bid Awards-Sale of Surplus Vehicles and Garage Equipment) and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).


E, F, G, H, 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 REMARKS Carr, Karen Substitute Registered Nurse 2/1/08 Other employment Lyons, Ashley Substitute Teacher 1/22/08 Other employment Piurowski, Rose Substitute Teacher 1/22/08 Relocation Wiswell, Ami Substitute Teacher 1/22/08 Other employment

SCHEDULE IP 4 A

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 Angevine, Lindsay Elementary Initial BS 1/2/08-3/17/08 Permanent sub *Evans, Maribeth Registered Nurse RN ASN/RN 2/13/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Evans, Maribeth Registered Nurse RN ASN/RN 2/13/08

SCHEDULE IP 4 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 3 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: February 12, 2008 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Lacrosse: Varsity B Volunteer

Spring Season Mahon, Christopher 2/12/08

Lacrosse: Varsity Asst Girls

Spring Season $3650.00 4/9/07 Novotny, Jennifer 2/12/08

SCHEDULE IP 8

CHANGES IN STATUS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CHANGE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Chambala, Kelly Library Media

Specialist Library Media

Specialist Revised probationary period end date from 5/31/08 to 6/15/08

Revised tenure effective date 6/16/08


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2/12/08

Loenig-Lantzy, Elementary Teacher

Elementary Revised probationary period end date from 6/30/07 to 3/21/09



Mitsakos, Stephanie

School Counselor

Guidance Revised probationary period end date from 6/30/08 to 11/8/08



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 Roberts, Jonathan Bus Driver Transportation 2/4/08 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 PERIOD SALARY REMARKS *Gozenpud, Svetlana

Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 2/25/08-11/7/08 $11,900 26 wk probationary period


SCHEDULE NIP 8 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY/SUBSTITUTE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS *Landon, Lynn Teacher Aide 2/25/08-11/7/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 8 A.A

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

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY/SUBSTITUTE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Landon, Lynn Teacher Aide 2/25/08-11/7/08

SCHEDULE NIP 9B

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

PERIOD SALARY REMARKS

Henry, Kristen Bus Attendant Transportation 1/28/08-10/24/08 $7.52/hr 26 wk probationary period *Kalb, John Bus Attendant

(Driver in Training) Transportation 2/13/08-11/11/08 $7.52/hr 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 REMARKS Campo, Isabel Bus Attendant

(Driver in Training) Transportation To Substitute Bus Driver 2/5/08 Training completed

The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Puryea, Kelly Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 2/29/08

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2/12/08

On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 7 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 gifts:

Description Approx. Value Donor Recipient Cash Donation for $100.00 Boland’s Excavating Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner & Topsoil, Inc. School Distri

Cash Donation for $100.00 Bearsch, Compeau Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner Knudson School District

Cash Donation for $ 50.00 Leva Bros. Tile & Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner Marble Co., Inc. School District

Cash Donation for $500.00 Fahs Construction Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner Group School District

Cash Donation for $200.00 Brian K. Mather Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner Agency, Inc. School District

Cash Donation for $150.00 Piccirilli-Slavik Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner & Vincent School District On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 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 Binghamton City School District to provide Health and Welfare Services to approximately 64 students residing in the Vestal Central School District attending non-public schools in the Binghamton City School District during the 2007-08 school year, at a cost of $246.00 per student or $15,744.00. On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC6-01 for ConMas, Inc. to furnish labor, equipment and material to modify casework, roll up door, and install stainless steel counter in the Concession Stand and to provide credits to delete the labor, equipment and material for the installation of slab subbase and for unused allowance monies not used on the Stadium Project for the following total amount: GC6-01: ($1,498.00)

and Change Order GC7-01 for ConMas, Inc. to provide credits for allowance monies not used on the Stadium Project for the following total amount: GC7-01: ($5,045.00)

On motion by David Hanson, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order EC-06 for M. Gleason & Sons of Binghamton, NY to provide a credit for allowance monies not used on the Stadium Project for the following amount: EC-06: ($2,110.84)

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 EC-03 for Matco Electric Corporation to furnish labor, material and equipment to install 16 conduits in trench from transportation building to the existing fuel tanks according to drawing FT-200 on the Vestal Senior High Additions & Alterations Project for the following amount: EC-03: $11,896.00 On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution:

#311-08 Acceptance of Gifts

#312-08 Health and Welfare Service Charges;

Binghamton City School District

#313-08 Change Orders GC6-01 and GC7-01;

Vestal Stadium Project

#314-08 Change Order EC-06;

Vestal Stadium Project

#315-08 Change Order EC-03; Vestal Senior

High Additions & Alterations Project

#316-08

Change Order GC-02; Vestal Senior

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2/12/08

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-02 for Fahs Construction Group to furnish labor, material and equipment for the excavation, backfill and asphalt paving of new electrical trench for leak detection system for the Vestal Senior High Additions & Alterations Project for the following amount: GC-02: $11,456.00

On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order MC-04 for Picciarilli-Slavik & Vincent to furnish labor and material for the additional pipe installation in the Gymnasium and Mechanical Room for the Vestal Senior High Project for the following amount: MC-04: $1,149.00 On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-13 for Fahs Construction Group to furnish labor, material and equipment to install the school purchased pavilion at Tioga Hills Elementary School for the following amount: GC-13: $4,652.00

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-01 for Leva Bros. Tile & Marble Co, Inc. to provide a credit for allowance monies not used on this project and to furnish labor, material and equipment to remove and reinstall tile at the kitchen corridor and paint the kitchen corridor and room side of the hollow metal door frames at Glenwood Elementary School for the following amount: GC-01: $5,720.00 On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into a lease agreement for a period of one year with the Town of Vestal for the rental of space in the former Central Junior High School in accordance with said agreement effective March 1, 2008 through February 29, 2009.

High Additions & Alterations Project

#317-08 Change Order MC-04; Vestal

Senior High Project

#318-08 Change Order GC-13; Vestal

Elementary Schools Project

#319-08 Change Order GC-01; Glenwood

Elementary Wall Tile Replacement Project

#320-08 Contract with Town of Vestal Senior

Center)

Garri Webb from Greenwood invited the Board to tour the new addition at the high school next week.

#321-08 Voice of the Public

Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, February 26 @ 7:00 PM Regular Meeting Board Conference Room-Administration Building Tuesday, March 11 @ 6:00 PM – Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building


On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel, legal matters, and negotiations.


On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #324-08 Adjournment

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BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, February 12, 2008

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 Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 7:50PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building. Recommendations and annual reviews 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 Paul Taylor, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 37 students. On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 7 students. The Board returned to Open Session at 8:02PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 2-12 MIN1.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 David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor

Executive Session commenced at 8:50PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel, legal matters, and negotiations. The Board returned to Open Session at 9:46PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 2-12 MIN2.doc

ESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS Vestal, New York


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 – ABSENT School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud – ABSENT Michon Stuart –ABSENT CSE Chairperson Anne Tristan Paul Taylor Joan Miller - ABSENT

Executive Session commenced at 7:14 PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building. Recommendations and annual reviews 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 Shoba Angeshwar, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 5 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 124 students. On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 5 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 5 students. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:16PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 2-26 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 David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey – ABSENT District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller – ABSENT Paul Stroud – ABSENT Michon Stuart- ABSENT Paul Taylor

Executive Session commenced at 8:29PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel, legal matters, and negotiations. The Board returned to Open Session at 8:38 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 2-26 MIN2.doc


BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, February 26, 2008

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 – ABSENT School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson Joan Miller –ABSENT Paul Stroud – ABSENT District Clerk Kay Ellis Michon Stuart -ABSENT Paul Taylor Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara - ABSENT

About 14 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:13 PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Mark Dedrick and Doug Rose were present to answer questions from Board members regarding the completed fire inspections. Renumbering the classrooms at the Senior High was discussed, along with labeling the outside entrances to assist in emergency situations. Mark Dedrick, Doug Rose and Joe Loretz will meet with BCK to review plans for future construction to identify any potential issues. The floor was opened for a public hearing on tax exemptions for persons with disabilities and limited income and for persons aged 65 or older. Mike Sherwood indicated that the amounts have not changed from the previous year and that the Town of Vestal is using these same figures. No one from the public commented. The hearing was closed. The scheduled student recognitions were postponed to a future meeting, to be determined.


Allegiance

#326-08 Fire Inspections

#327-08 Public Hearing

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Angneshwar, the Board voted 5 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations and annual reviews from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education. The Board returned to open session at 7:20PM. On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 5 to 0 to approve the minutes of the February 12, 2008 meeting as written.



None. #330-08 Public Comments on Agenda

Items

Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: Shoba reported the new African Road playground is open and the old one has been removed. Kim reported the new entrance for the Senior High is taking shape. --The Board will put an ad in the yearbook. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --Mark asked for any questions regarding items on his memo. Snack Shack – Mark will be meeting with Tom Hahne and Mark Bordeau regarding continuity of the usage of the facility. College acceptances – the possibility of having college admission officers come to Vestal as a group was discussed, in conjunction with the Arena college day. Shared Decision Making Plan – it was

#331-08 Reports

2/26/08 Minutes

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suggested the plan be put on the website, with the questionnaire available to the public. Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: (written) --Reminder Damn Yankees will be presented 2/28, 2/29, and 3/1. Seniors vs. Staff basketball game 3/7 at 7pm. Volleyball Funday 3/8 at 2pm. Angela Smith was accepted to West Point. Blood drive (postponed from earlier) will be 2/29, but it won’t be open to the public.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 5 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer’s Report-January), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-January), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report-January), and Schedule C (Bills-January); and to approve Schedule H (Bid Awards-Utility Vehicle), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).


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


SCHEDULE IP 1RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSHe’, Monica Substitute Teacher 1/19/08

SCHEDULE IP 4 ATEMPORARY 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*Bagonis, Jessica Art Pending BS 2/27/08 *Bassin, Dennis Science Permanent SDA 2/27/08 *Bernhardt, Kathleen Elementary Pending BS 2/27/08 *Bestle, Jessica Elementary Initial BS 2/27/08 *Eaves-Reilly, Ticia Elementary Pending BS 2/27/08 *Kowalski, Tait Mathematics Initial MS 2/27/08 *O’Neill, Danielle English None BA 2/27/08 *Peck, Lindsey Elementary Pending BS 2/27/08 *Sostowski, Anne Registered Nurse RN RN 2/27/08 *Wheatley, Ashley Elementary Initial BS 2/27/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 4 A.ARESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSBagonis, Jessica Art Pending BS 2/27/08 Bassin, Dennis Science Permanent SDA 2/27/08 Bernhardt, Kathleen Elementary Pending BS 2/27/08 Bestle, Jessica Elementary Initial BS 2/27/08 Eaves-Reilly, Ticia Elementary Pending BS 2/27/08 Kowalski, Tait Mathematics Initial MS 2/27/08 O’Neill, Danielle English None BA 2/27/08 Peck, Lindsey Elementary Pending BS 2/27/08 Sostowski, Anne Registered Nurse RN RN 2/27/08 Wheatley, Ashley Elementary Initial BS 2/27/08

SCHEDULE IP 4 BTEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT

Attached, please find pages 3 and 4 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.

2/26/08 Minutes

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BOARD MEETING: February 26, 2008 ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2007-08

AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDINTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Lacrosse, JV Head Girls Spring Season $3,650.00 4/9/07 Daino, Jeremy 2/26/08 INTERMURALS Elementary Winter Session 2 $369.00 Cornick, Jeffrey 2/26/08Senior High Winter Session 5 $550.00 Zakrajsek, Nick 2/26/08Senior High Winter Session 6 $550.00 Zakrajsek, Nick 2/26/08

SCHEDULE IP 5PART TIME APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL PART TIME APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION CERTIFICATION EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY REMARKSRice, Vita 05. Teacher Assistant Level One 2/27/08-6/30/08 TBD

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 REMARKSArmbrust, Susan Teacher Aide PT/S 2/22/08 Other employment

SCHEDULE NIPTEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

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


Canfield, Pat Custodian, 2nd Shift TBD 2/27/08-2/24/09 $21,330 52 wk probationary period Doolittle, Paul Head Custodian, 1st Shift Tioga Hills 2/27/08-2/24/09 $27,733 52 wk probationary period *Rummer, John Custodian, 2nd Shift TBD 2/27/08-2/24/09 $21,330 52 wk probationary period *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 4 ATEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKSRummer, John Custodian, 2nd Shift TBD 2/27/08-2/24/09 $21,330 52 wk probationary period

SCHEDULE NIP 10LEAVES 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 REASONDoolittle, Paul Custodian, 1st Shift Middle School 2/27/08-2/24/09 Concurrent with probationary period as

Head Custodian, 1st Shift, Tioga Hills Mayo, Tina Teacher Aide Clayton Avenue 2/18/08-6/30/08 Family responsibilities

SCHEDULE NIP 11CHANGES 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 REASONRice, Vita Teacher Aide (Monitor)

PT ( 4 hrs/day) Middle School To 0.5 Teacher Aide (3.5

hrs/day) Tioga Hills 2/27/08

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The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Andrew, Shannon Teacher Aide Glenwood 3/11/08 Babuka, Michael Bus Driver Transportation 3/11/08 Cacialli, Judith Teacher Aide Glenwood 3/25/08 Clark, William Jr Bus Driver Transportation 3/11/08 Cunningham, Kira Teacher Aide African Road 3/8/08 Dornbos, Patricia Bus Attendant Transportation 3/11/08 Mecca, Kathleen Teacher Aide (Monitor) Clayton Avenue 3/25/08 Roberts, Gregory Teacher Aide Middle School 3/11/08 On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 5 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby elects to adopt a real property tax exemption from school taxes for person with disabilities and limited income as defined by Section 459-c of the Real Property Tax Law, for the 2008-09 fiscal year, based on the maximum eligible income of $18,499, decreasing the percentage of exemption of annual income as per the following schedule:

PROPOSED INCOME LIMITES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

18,499 or lower 50% 18,500-19,499 45% 19,500-20,499 40% 20,500,21,499 35% 21,500-22,399 30% 22,400-23,299 25% 23,300-24,199 20% 24,200-25,099 15% 25,100-25,999 10% 26,000-26,899 5%

26,900 & over 0%

#333-08 Real Property Tax Exemption for

Persons with Disabilities and Limited

Income

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 5 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education adopt a sliding scale for tax exemption to persons age sixty-five years or older for the 2008-09 fiscal year, including persons who become age sixty-five on or before December 31, 2008, based on the maximum eligible income of $19,500 and decreasing the percentage of exemption of annual income to and including an income of $27,000 as per the following schedule:

#334-08 Tax Exemption for Persons Aged

65 or Older

PROPOSED INCOME LIMITS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

0-19,499 50% 19,500-20,499 45% 20,500-21,499 40% 21,500-22,499 35% 22,500-23,399 30% 23,400-24,299 25% 24,300-25,199 20% 25,200-26,099 15% 26,100-27,000 10% 27,001 & over 0%

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 5 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 Chenango Forks Central School District to provide Health and Welfare Services to approximately 7 students attending school in the Chenango Forks Central School District and residing in the Vestal Central School District during the 2007-2008 school year, at a cost of $194.16 per student.

#335-08 Health and Welfare Service

Charges

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On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 5 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order MC-02 for James L. Lewis to furnish labor, material and equipment to modify duct work and to provide a credit to delete fuel for temporary heat and use existing heat source with contractor supplied units in the following amount:

MC-02 ($6,119.00)

#336-08 Change Order MC-02 (Vestal High

School Project)

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 5 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to Math Counts students for a trip to Albany, NY to compete in the state competition on March 15, 2008. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 5 to 0 to approve the following resolution: African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School: 03-16-01-06-0-013-005 Glenwood Elementary: 03-16-01-0-010-008 RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President be authorized to sign an agreement (Contract No. 2) with Evans Mechanical, Inc. for Mechanical Construction at African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School, per bid specifications.

#337-08 Field Trip Approval: Math Counts

to Albany, NY

#338-08

Vestal Facilities Project; Evans Mechanical, Inc.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 5 to to approve the following resolution: African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School: 03-16-01-06-0-013-005 Glenwood Elementary: 03-16-01-0-010-008 RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President be authorized to sign an agreement (Contract No. 4) with Evans Mechanical, Inc. for Plumbing Construction at African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School, per bid specifications. On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 5 to 0 to approve the following resolution: African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School: 03-16-01-06-0-013-005 Glenwood Elementary: 03-16-01-0-010-008 RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President be authorized to sign an agreement (Contract No. 5) with Boland’s Excavating & Topsoil, Inc. for Sitework Construction at African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School, per bid specifications. On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 5 to 0 to approve the following resolution: African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School: 03-16-01-06-0-013-005 Glenwood Elementary: 03-16-01-0-010-008 RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President be authorized to sign an agreement (Contract No. 3) with Nelcorp Electrical Contracting Corp. for Electrical Construction at African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School, per bid specifications. On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 5 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to Science Olympiad students for a trip to West Point Academy to compete in the state competition on March 14-15, 2008. On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 5 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

#339-08 Vestal Facilities Project; Evans

Mechanical, Inc.

#340-08 Vestal Facilities Project; Boland’s

Excavating & Topsoil, Inc.

#341-08 Vestal Facilities Project; Nelcorp

Electrical Contracting Corp.

#342-08 Field Trip Approval: Science

Olympiad to West Point

#343-08 Acceptance of Gift

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Monetary Gift $2,000.00 Vestal School Vestal Central For Funding of Grants Foundation School District On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 5 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the 2004-2009 Agreement between the Superintendent of Schools and the Vestal Teachers’ Association is hereby amended to include terms for teaching assistants and the additional funds are provided in accordance with Civil Service Law 204A, effective from July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2009. On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 5 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 9 members of the Varsity Swimming and Diving team for a trip to Uniondale, NY to compete in the state championship competition from February 28 to March 1, 2008. None.

#344-08 Amendment of Agreement with the

Vestal Teachers’ Association

Field Trip Approval: Swimming/Diving Team to

Uniondale, NY


The proposed spending plan for 2008-09 was presented. The budget timeline was reviewed. Board members were asked to submit any question or comments before the next meeting.


Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, March 11, 2008 @ 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building Tuesday, March 25, 2008 @ 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building 5:00 PM – Employee Recognition Dinner On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 5 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel, negotiations, and legal matters.

#347-08

Future Meetings


On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 5 to 0 to adjourn immediately.

#349-08 Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 8:38 PM. _______________________ Kay E. Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 2-26 MIN.doc


BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, March 11, 2008

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 CSE Chairperson Anne Tristan Paul Taylor Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 7:10 PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building. Recommendations and annual reviews 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 Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 20 students. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 1 student. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:13PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 3-11 MIN1.doc




Executive Session commenced at 9:40 PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel. The Board returned to Open Session at 9:59 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 3-11 MIN2.doc


BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, March 11, 2008

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 David Hanson School Attorney Michael Sherwood –Arrived 6:30pm Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud –Arrived 6:06pm Michon Stuart Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara –Arrived 7:01pm Paul Taylor – Arrived 6:03pm About 18 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 6:02PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building.


Joe Loretz reviewed the proposed preventative maintenance program and future staffing needs. The Board came to consensus that one additional maintenance position should be added to the budget for 08-09. Bernard Donegan presented the quarterly update on the financial aspect of the capital project. John Knudson and Garri Webb updated the board on current status of construction and proposed summer work in the district.


At the conclusion of the work session, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Kim asked for a moment of silence in memory of Edward Guiguez, retired Vestal administrator, who passed away. Mike Sherwood spoke also.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations and annual reviews 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 7:13PM. On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the February 26, 2008 meeting. Paul Stroud abstained.


None.


Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: David reported everything was going well at Vestal Hills. Shoba announced the middle school play, Alice in Wonderland, would be April 4, 5 and 6. Ann Loose sent a letter to parents regarding cell phone usage and safety. Michon reported the winterguard show would be this weekend, with 17 participants. --Kim reported on the Sophomore class volleyball fundraiser. --BOCES workshop for BOE members is coming up. --The senior high play Damn Yankees was a success. --The possibility of having advertising put in at the stadium to help with costs will be reviewed

#355-08 Reports

3/11/08

by a board subcommittee: Shoba, Joan, Nora, Michon, and Mike Sherwood. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --Mark presented the United Way award to Kathy Loveland. --Mark reviewed his memo, mentioned that the snack shack procedures will be implemented and that a third proposition will be added to the vote in May to eliminate voter registration day. --The BOCES annual meeting information was distributed. Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: --The high school will be working with American Legion #89 to collect school supplies for students in Iraq. --Spring Fling will be held 3/19/08 at 2pm. On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, 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 approve Schedule I (Board Transfers) and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).


E, F, G, I, and P


SCHEDULE IP 4 A

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*Astafan, Danielle English Initial MA 3/12/08 *Herzog, Amanda Elem/Reading/Spec Ed Permanent MA 3/12/08 *Lape, Holly Social Studies Initial BA 3/12/08 *Malikow, Rachel English None BA 3/12/08 Pawol, Jennifer Art Pending MFA 12/12-07-4/10/08 Permanent Sub *Webb, Jason Health/Physical Education Permanent MS 3/12/08 *Welker, Jennifer Elementary NoneBS 3/12/08 3/12/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSAstafan, Danielle English Initial MA 3/12/08 Herzog, Amanda Elem/Reading/Spec Ed Permanent MA 3/12/08 Lape, Holly Social Studies Initial BA 3/12/08 Malikow, Rachel English None BA 3/12/08 Webb, Jason Health/Physical Education Permanent MS 3/12/08 Welker, Jennifer Elementary None BS 3/12/08

SCHEDULE IP 4 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 3 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: March 11, 2008 AREA OF APPOINTMENT SEASON STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED

2

3/11/08

INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Baseball:Varisty VOLUNTEER Spring Season Talbut, Michael 3/11/08Baseball: Modified Spring Season $3,387.00 4/9/07 Williams, Lawrence* 3/11/08Baseball: Modified Spring Season $3,387.00 4/9/07 Hashey, Joseph 3/11/08Lacrossse: JV VOLUNTEER Spring Season Groves, Todd 3/11/08Softball:Varsity VOLUNTEER Spring Season Donlin, John 3/11/08 *CANCEL INTRAMURALS Senior High Spring Season (1) 550.00 Osinski, David 3/11/08Senior High Spring Season (2) 550.00 Osinski, David 3/11/08Senior High Spring Season (3) 550.00 Osinski, David 3/11/08Senior High Spring Season (4) 550.00 Osinski, David 3/11/08

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 REMARKSPanella, Amy Art Teacher Art 3/12/08-4/10/08 Extension of leave due to 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 REMARKSPeake, Carol Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT Vestal Hills 2/22/08 Personal reasons Sherling, Larry Bus Driver Transportation 3/11/08

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 REMARKSBerish, Lori Assistant Cook African Road 3/10/08-5/15/09 $10,955 52 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 REMARKSDilorio, John Bus Attendant Transportation To Substitute Bus Driver 2/18/08 Training complete (Driver in Training)

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 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 gifts:

Description Approx. Value Donor Recipient Cash Donation for $50.00 Piaker & Lyons, Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner P.C. School District Cash Donation for $200.00 Warners Gas Service, Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner Inc. School District


3

3/11/08

Monetary Gift for $500.00 Vestal Middle School Vestal Central Funding of Grant PTO School District 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 PC-04 for Louis N. Picciano & Son Inc. to provide a credit for unused allowance monies not used on the Stadium Project for the following total amount: PC-04: ($1,139.00) On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board had a roll call vote of 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Education of Vestal Central School District, Broome and Tioga Counties, New York, as follows: Section 1. The proposition hereinafter set forth is hereby authorized to be submitted for the approval of the qualified voters at the annual school district election to be held in said School District, on the 20th day of May, 2008. Section 2. The School District Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to include as a part of the notice of the annual district meeting and election notice with reference to the submission of said proposition in substantially the following form: NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that at said annual election to be held on May 20, 2008, the following proposition will be submitted: PROPOSITION Shall the following resolution be adopted, to-wit: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District, Broome and Tioga Counties, New York, is hereby authorized to pay the cost of the purchase of school buses, including incidental expenses, at a maximum estimated cost of $651,993, and that said amount, or so much thereof as may be necessary, shall be raised by the levy of a tax upon the taxable property of said School District and collected in annual installments as provided by Section 416 of the Education Law; and, in anticipation of such tax, obligations of said School District shall be issued.

Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Michon Stuart, 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 II. On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education adopt the amended District plan for Shared Decision Making in accordance with the Commissioner’s Regulations, Section 100.11 On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an amendment to

#358-08 Change Order PC-

04; Vestal Stadium Project

#359-08 School Bus Purchases-Proposition

#2, 2008 Annual Meeting

#360-08 Supplemental Purchase of BOCES

Services

#361-08 Shared Decision Making Plan

#362-08 Amendment of Contract with

Greenwood Corporation

4

3/11/08

the original agreement with Greenwood Corporation, signed November 22, 2005, for construction Management Services regarding the additional services for the EXCEL project.


Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 @5:00 PM – Employee Recognition Dinner; Staff Development Room Tuesday, March 25, 2008 @ 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building Tuesday, April 8, 2008 @ 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building

#364-08

Future Meetings

The board took a short break from 7:45-7:55.

Keith Olivet and Mary Surdey presented the proposed 2008-09 budget, explained changes from last year, and answered questions submitted by board members.


On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel.


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

#367-08 Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 9:59 PM.

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BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, March 25, 2008

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

About 30 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:00PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

#368-08

Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations and annual reviews from the Committee on Special Education. The Board returned to open session at 7:06PM. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the March 11, 2008 meeting as written.



None. #371-08 Public Comments on Agenda Items

Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: None. --Kim attended the BOCES workshop for prospective board members last week. --BOCES representatives (Joe Busch, Al Buyck, Sandy Ruffo) presented an overview of services provided and budget information for 2008-09. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: None.

#372-08 Reports

Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: --Divine reported on the Spring Fling. The school supplies drive will end April 11th. Plans for the Jr Prom are underway, scheduled for April 26th.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer’s Report-February), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-February), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report-February, and Schedule C (Bills-February); and to approve Schedule I (Board Transfers), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).


Schedules A, B1, B3, C, I and P


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The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSGrygus, Tiffany Chemistry Teacher Science 6/30/08 Personal reasons Keough, Kathryn Substitute Teacher 3/12/08 Other employment Strayer, Lindsay English Teacher English 7/1/08 Worden, Mary Teaching Assistant Teaching Assistant 4/7/08 Other employment

SCHEDULE IP 3PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL

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

AREACERTIFICATION PROBATIONARY

PERIODTENURE DATE SALARY

*Drexler, Jennie English Teacher English Cond Init 9/1/08-6/30/11 9/1/11 TBD *Palomaki, Rachel Music Teacher Music Pending 4/1/08-3/31/11 4/1/11 TBD *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 3ARESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT

PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION TENURE

AREACERTIFICATION PROBATIONARY

PERIODTENURE DATE SALARY

Drexler, Jennie English Teacher English Cond Init 9/1/08-6/30/11 9/1/11 TBD Palomaki, Rachel Music Teacher Music Pending 4/1/08-3/31/11 4/1/11


NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS*Crissey, Jenny Art Initial BS 3/26/08 *Keech, Tina Elementary Initial BS 3/26/08 *pending fingerprint clearance


NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSCrissey, Jenny Art Initial BS 3/26/08 Keech, Tina Elementary Initial BS 3/26/08


Attached, please find pages 4 and 11 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: March 25, 2008

ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2007-08 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDINTRAMURALS Elementary Spring Season $369.00 Harder, Joseph 3/25/08Middle School Spring Season $369.00 Harder, Joseph 3/25/08Senior High Spring Season $369.00 Diorio, Thomas 3/25/08MUSIC Musical-Set Construction Middle School $350.00 4/9/08 Iacovelli, Valerie 3/25/08


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

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O’Connor, Janice Bus Driver Transportation 3/12/08 Relocation

SCHEDULE NIP 4 ATEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS*Bracken, Christine Teacher Aide PT/S 3/26/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 4 A.ATEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSBracken, Christine Teacher Aide PT/S 3/26/08

SCHEDULE NIP 9BPART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKSKelly, William Sr. Bus Attendant (Driver

in Training

Transportation

3/26/08-9/15/09

$7.52/HR 52 wk probationary

period


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

NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASONCampo, Isabel Substitute Driver Transportation To Bus Driver 2/6/08 Dilorio, John Substitute Driver Transportation To Bus Driver 3/13/08 Kalb, John III Bus Attendant Transportation To Substitute Bus Driver 3/7/08 Training completed Kalb, John III Substitute Bus Driver Transportation To Bus Driver 3/17/08 The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Hinds, Diana Cook/Manager Vestal Hills 4/1/08 O’Hare, Michelle Food Service Helper African Road 4/23/08 On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 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 gifts: Description Approx. Value Donor Recipient Cash Donation for $100.00 Guzzi, Albert Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner and Betty Lou School District


On motion by Paul Stroud, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 24 Middle School Winterguard students for a trip to Shenendehowa, NY to compete in the state championships on April 4-5, 2008.

#375-08 Field Trip Approval: Middle

School Winterguard to Shenendehowa, NY

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School: 03-16-01-06-0-013-005 Glenwood Elementary: 03-16-01-0-010-008

#376-08 Vestal Facilities Project; Daniel J.

Lynch, Inc.

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #377-08

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resolution: African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School: 03-16-01-06-0-013-005 Glenwood Elementary: 03-16-01-0-010-008 RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President be authorized to sign an agreement (Contract No. 8) with Platinum Sound & Communications, Inc. for Theatrical Sound Construction at African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School per bid specifications.

Vestal Facilities Project; Platinum Sound & Communications, Inc.

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School: 03-16-01-06-0-013-005 Glenwood Elementary: 03-16-01-0-010-008 RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President be authorized to sign an agreement (Contract No. 6) with Weathermaster Roofing Co., Inc. for Roofing Construction at African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School per bid specifications. On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School: 03-16-01-06-0-013-005 Glenwood Elementary: 03-16-01-0-010-008 RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President be authorized to sign an agreement (Contract No. 7) with Barber Marketing, Inc. for Theatrical Lighting and Rigging Construction at African Road Elementary/Vestal Middle School per bid specifications.

#378-08 Vestal Facilities Project;

Weathermaster Roofing Co., Inc.

#379-08 Vestal Facilities Project; Barber

Marketing, Inc.

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order MC-03 for James L. Lewis to furnish labor, material and equipment to modify the existing pool make-up air unit, to modify the AHU-1 and to relocate existing air diffusers in the art rooms for the Vestal Senior High Additions & Alterations Project for the following amount: MC-03: $7,552.00 On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Education of Vestal Central School District, Broome and Tioga Counties, New York, as follows: Section 1. The proposition hereinafter set forth is hereby authorized to be submitted for the approval of the qualified voters at the annual school district election to be held in said School District on the 20th day of May, 2008.

Section 2. The School District Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to include as a part of the notice of the annual district meeting and election notice with reference to the submission of said proposition in substantially the following form:

NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that at said annual election to be held on May 20, 2008, the following proposition will be submitted: PROPOSITION Shall the following resolution be adopted, to-wit: RESOLVED, that voter registration shall take place between the hours of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the office of the School District Clerk during days that the School District is open with registration to be conducted by the School District Clerk, assistant District Clerk, or a member of the board of registration.

Section 3. This resolution shall take place immediately.

#380-08 Change Order MC-03;

Vestal Senior High Additions & Alterations Project

#381-08 Voter Registration –

Proposition #3;

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On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Deputy Superintendent be named by the Board of Education to authorize expenditures of the Field Directive Allowance specified in accordance with the attached schedule, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Deputy Superintendent is named by the Board of Education to authorize expenditures of up to an additional $20,000 with concurrent approval of the Superintendent of Schools, with the Board of Education retaining final approval of all change orders. None.

#382-08 Vestal Facilities Project,

Authorization for Expenditure


Budget Development – Mary Surdey and Keith Olivet answered questions submitted by board members. The establishment of a maintenance reserve fund was discussed.


Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, April 8, 2008 @ 7:00 PM Board Conference Room, Administration Building Tuesday, April 22, 2008 @ 7:00 PM Board Conference Room, Administration Building On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel, negotiations, and legal matters.

#385-08

Future Meetings

#386-08

Executive Session


#387-08 Adjournment

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PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar - ABSENT 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 Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 7:03PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building. Recommendations and annual reviews 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 Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 63 students. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:06PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 3-25 MIN1.doc


BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2

Tuesday, March 25 2008

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

Executive Session commenced at 8:40PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel, legal matters, and negotiations. The Board returned to Open Session at 9:15 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 3-25 MIN2.doc

Vestal Central School District Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION

SPECIAL MEETING Monday, April 21, 2008

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers - President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley - Vice-President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet –Arrived 5:03pm Shoba Agneshwar - ABSENT Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Nora Hickey Paul Taylor - ABSENT District Clerk Kay Ellis Steven Robinson Paul Stroud – Arrived 5:01pm About 0 visitors Michon Stuart David Hanson The Board meeting was called to order at 5:00PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building


On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Willey, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the tentative Administrative Budget of the Broome-Tioga Board of Cooperative Educational Services in the amount of $2,963,855 is hereby approved.

#408-08 BOCES Administrative

Budget

On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that Alan Ewing is designated to serve as trustee of the Broome-Tioga Board of Cooperative Educational Services. Peter Nowacki is designated to serve as trustee of the Broome-Tioga Board of Cooperative Educational Services.

#409-08 Election of Members to the

BOCES Board of Education


#410-08 Adjournment


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BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, April 22, 2008

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers – President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley – Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Shoba Agneshwar – left 8:30pm Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson – arrived 7:03pm Joan Miller Paul Stroud District Clerk Kay Ellis Michon Stuart Paul Taylor – arrived 7:03pm Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara - absent

About 74Visitors


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Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance

Nikki Corgel introduced students who will have work included in the Legislative Student Art Exhibit in Albany. Also honored were 7 art students who have been selected to participate in the Summer School of the Visual Arts. Nikki Corgel was recognized by Kim for her many years of invaluable dedication to the students and district. Catherine Hepler and Joe Loretz recognized members of the Tech Club. Members of the Mathletes were congratulated on their success. On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations and annual reviews from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education. The Board returned to open session at 7:48 PM. None. Kim addressed the visitors regarding misinformation regarding improvements to the baseball and softball areas at the senior high that are included in the capital project. Kate Hastings, 725 Keenan Drive, Vestal, addressed the board regarding handicapped accessibility, bathroom access of the softball fields at the high school. Gerri VanGorder, 608 Holly Hill Road, Vestal, addressed the board as the head of the Diamond Committee regarding possible donations to help offset the cost of improvements to the fields that might not be included in the capital project. Joni Buchta, 128 LaGrange Street, Vestal, addressed the board regarding a concession stand and equipment storage at the baseball/softball fields. Dave Hickling, 2444 Glenwood Road, Vestal, addressed the board regarding having a baseball/softball facility that students can be proud of, making it a priority. Sue Anderson, 429 Virginia Avenue, Vestal, addressed the board regarding the expertise of the contractors doing the work on the fields. She also reminded the board of the help setting up the Relay for Life. Tom Baltz, 408 Jodie Drive, Vestal, addressed the board regarding fencing around fields as a safety issue. John Donlin, 412 Delano Avenue, Vestal, addressed the board regarding the amount of the $54 million capital project was for baseball/softball upgrades. Mark recommended that specific questions be submitted in writing for accurate responses.

#412-08 Student Recognition



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On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the minutes of the April 8, 2008 meeting as written.


Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: None. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --Mark pointed out the samples of fabric, tile, finishes that Ann Loose and Joanne Mitchell have been reviewing for the ARE/VMS project.

#417-08 Reports

Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: (written) --Junior Prom will be 4/26/08 at the Owego Treadway Inn beginning at 8:30pm with the crowning at midnight.

On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer’s Report-March), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-March), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report-March), and Schedule C (Bills-March); and to approve Schedule H (Bid Awards-Garbage & Recycling), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).





The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSAstafan, Danielle Substitute Teacher 4/9/08 Other employment Berube, Sally Elementary Teacher Elementary 6/30/08 Relocation Branca, Erin Substitute Teacher 4/9/08 Personal reasons Koenig-Lantz, Jennifer Elementary Teacher Elementary 7/1/08 Family responsibilities

SCHEDULE IP 2RETIREMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATECorgel, Nikki Art Teacher Art 7/1/08


NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS*Hardenstine, Ted Mathematics Pending BA 4/23/08 *pending fingerprint clearance


NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSHardenstine, Ted Mathematics Pending BA 4/23/08


Attached, please find pages 3 and 10 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: April 22, 2008

ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2007-08 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDINERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Softball:Modified VOLUNTEER Spring Season Harder, Joseph 4/22/08

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MUSIC All Seasons Sports Band Director $1543.00 4/9/07 Medina, Edward* (co) 4/22/08 *resigned

SCHEDULE IP 6TENURE APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL TENURE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIFICATION PROBAT.

PERIODEFFECTIVE

DATEREMARKS

Arnold, Julie Elementary Teacher

Elementary Provisional 1/3/05-6/30/08

9/1/08 Jarema credit 9/1/04-1/2/05

Blackwell, Kimberly

Mathematics Teacher

Mathematics Initial 9/1/05-6/3/08 9/1/08

Buckthal, Elaine Spanish Teacher Foreign Language

Provisional 10/30/06-6/30/08

9/1/08 Jarema credit 9/1/05-10/29/06

Chambala, Kelly Library/Media Specialist

Library Media Specialist

Initial 6/1/06-6/15/08

6/16/08 Jarema credit 9/1/05-5/31/06

Clarke, Karen English Teacher English Initial 9/1/05-6/30/08

9/1/08

Daino, Jeremy Social Studies Teacher

Social Studies Permanent 9/1/06-6/30/08

9/1/08 Previous NYS tenure

DiRenzo, Katie Elementary (APEX) Teacher

Elementary Initial 9/1/05-6/30/08

9/1/08

Fellows, Erin Elementary Teacher


9/1/08 Jarema credit 9/1/05-6/30/06

Gelatt, Teresa Elementary Teacher


9/1/08 Jarema credit 9/1/05-2/26/06

Horn, Jeffery Science Teacher Science Initial 9/1/07-6/30/08

9/1/08 Jarema credit 9/1/05-6/30/07

Loose, Ann Marie

Principal Administrative: Principal

Permanent 7/1/05-6/30/08

7/1/08

Malejs, Peteris English Teacher English Permanent 9/1/06-6/30/08


Moyer, Marguerite

Mathematics Teacher

Mathematics Permanent 9/1/06-6/30/08


Murphy, Anne Marie

Speech Teacher Speech Permanent 9/1/06-6/30/08

9/1/08 Jarema credit 9/1/05-6/30/06

Sienkiewicz, Lisa

Special Education Teacher

Special Education

Permanent 9/1/06-6/30/08


Weisse, Brian Social Studies Teacher

Social Studies Permanent 9/1/05-6/30/08

9/1/08

Woodford, Carrie

Elementary Teacher

Elementary Permanent 9/1/06-6/30/08


SCHEDULE NIP 1

RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSKelley, Constance Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT Glenwood 4/2/408 Van Steenburg, William Substitute Bus Driver Transportation 5/1/08

SCHEDULE NIP 8ATEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSKelly, Constance Teacher Aide PT/S 9/1/08

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The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASONVan Steenburg, William Bus Driver Transportation To Substitute Bus Driver 4/21/08 The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Bates, Jenine Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 5/30/08 Gill, Sara Teacher Aide Glenwood 5/13/08 Grausgruber, Carolynn Food Service Helper District 5/13/08 Gross, Nicole Teacher Aide African Road 5/27/08

On motion by Paul Taylor, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to approximately 30 Earth Science students for a trip to New York City, NY to tour the American Museum of Natural History on May 10, 2008.

#419-08 File Trip Approval: Earth Science

Students to NYC

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 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 Johnson City Central School District to provide Health and Welfare Services to approximately eight (8) students attending non-public schools beginning July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008 at a cost of $284.96 per student.

#420-08 Health and

Welfare Service Charges-Johnson City Schools

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of Vestal Central School District will participate in the services below during 2008-09 to the extent indicated. Management Support Services A. Health and Safety Services B. Research Planning C. Teacher Registry Service D. Public Information Service E. Central Business Office F. Shared Print Service

G. Cooperative Food Service Management & Dietician H. Teacher Certification I. Regional Grant Writer

Cross Contracts - Other BOCES A. Policy Update - Erie 1 BOCES B. Printing - Del-Chen-BOCES C. State Aid Planning - Questar III D. Interscholastic Sports Coordination – Del-Chen-BOCES E. NYSMEC Energy Services - OCM BOCES F. School Alliance for Continuous Improvement (SACI) – Madison BOCES G. Hospital Based Teaching – OCM BOCES

H. Internal Auditor – BT BOCES

Alternative Education Programs A. Evergreen Alternative High School B. GED Alternative High School C. Alternative High School D. Alternative Middle School E. K.I.D.S. Program F. Long Term Suspension Program G. Progressions H. Career Exploration

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Center for Exceptional Services- Special Education Services A. Special Services – Classes & Itinerant Services 1. Coser 202-4230 Reclaim 6:1:1 2. Coser 204-4240 Multi-Disabled - 12:1:4 3. Coser 207 Summer Program 4. Coser 212-4220 Works Study 12:1:1 5. Coser 213-4220 Center Based PALS 12:1:1 6. Coser 216-4235 Center Based PALS 8:1:1 7. Coser 219-4235 Day Treatment 8. Coser 214-4231 Spectrum 8:1:1 9. Coser 215-4238 Crossroads 8:1:1 10. Coser 215-4237 Oaktree 8:1:1 11. Coser 214-4235 Transitions 8:1:1 12. Coser 309-4620 Itinerant Visually Impaired 13. Coser 510-6817 Occupational & Physical Therapy B. Reserves C. BOCES Aides

Career Education A. Career & Technical Education ½ Day programs B. Summer Cosmetology C. Vocational Assessment D. Career & Technical High School E. Career Expo

Center for Educational Support & Technology

A. School Curriculum & Improvement Service 1. Advanced Comprehensive Data Analysis 2. Comprehensive School Health/Wellness 3. Leadership Professional Development

a. Chief School Officers Workshop b. Principals’ Center c. Southern Tier Leadership Academy d. Principals’ Academy

4. Coaching Certification Courses 5. Continuing/Adult Education-Veterans B. School Library System

C. Educational Technology, Media Services, Information Technology & Network Support

1. Model Schools 2. Common Learning Objectives 3. Curriculum Mapping 4. Microcomputer Based Guidance 5. Distance Learning & Video Conferencing 6. Media Library/Educational Communications 7. Telecom 5 8. Technology Repair Service 9. Telephone Interconnect Service 10. Regional Telecommunications Services 11. Network Support Services

School Management Information Services A. MUNIS Financial Services B. Nutrikids Cafeteria Information Services C. Schooldude Facilities Management Services Student Data Services A. Duplicating Service B. ClearTrack 200/AIS Edge

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C. eSchool Plus Student Management System D. Edulog Student Transportation System E. Test Scoring: SAT & OLSAT F. Data Warehouse Student Enrichment Services A. Odyssey of the Mind B. Cooperative Secondary Academic Summer School & Review C. Summer Regents Examinations

ALSO BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education agrees to pay Broome-Tioga BOCES the charges identified on the Base Contract according to the following schedule: eight (8) equal payments beginning October 1, 2008 and ending May 1, 2009. ALSO BE IT RESOLVED that payments on supplemental contracts will be implemented by the District in consonance with the payment schedule stipulated on the contract.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the District Clerk, Kay E. Ellis, be authorized to fill any vacancies that might arise on the Board of Registration, or for the positions of Chief Inspector or Inspector, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following persons be appointed to the Board of Registration and as Chief Inspectors (*) and Inspectors at the polling placed as indicated for the District Registration on May 13, 2008 and the District Meeting on May 20, 2008.

Chief Inspectors: District #1 Clayton Avenue *Lucille Giles District #2 Tioga Hills *Jack Shamberger District #3 Glenwood *Ann Shamberger District #4 African Road *Eve Daniels District #5 Vestal Hills *Thomas Moravansky

Inspectors: Helen Basel Beverly Beach Rose Heinrich Vernon Hockenberry

Bette Ann Ihnot Helen Julien Anita Kaufmann Beatrice Kimes John Kray Rosemary Mott Anne Pilotti Durland Vining Janice Vining

Diane Wickham Mildred Wilmot

#422-08 Appointment of Election

Personnel

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to approximately 43 4th grade African Road Elementary School students for a trip to Albany, NY to tour the New York State Museum on June 6, 2008.

#423-08 Field Trip Approval: ARE 4th Graders

to Albany, NY

Board Goal #7 – Curriculum Update Part 1 – Special Education: Ann Tristan discussed professional development in the special education area. Part 2 – Mentoring: Mary Surdey reviewed the mentoring program.


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Part 3 – Mary Surdey reviewed the Dimensions of Learning course provided by the district. Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, May 6, 2008 @ 7:00 PM: Budget Hearing; Clayton Avenue Auditorium Tuesday, May 13, 2008 @ 6:00 PM: Regular Meeting; Board Conference Room, Administration Building Tuesday, May 20, 2008 @ 9:00 PM: Certification of the Vote; Board Conference Room, Administration Building Tuesday, May 27, 2008 @ 7:00 PM: Regular Meeting; African Road Elementary School On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss legal matters.

#425-08

Future Meetings



#427-08 Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 9:55PM. ________________________ Kay E. Ellis, District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 4-22 MIN.doc



Tuesday, April 22, 2008


Executive Session commenced at 7:40PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building. Recommendations and annual reviews 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 Paul Stroud, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 91 students. On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 10 students. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:46PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 4-22 MIN1.doc




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

Executive Session commenced at 9:20 PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed legal matters. The Board returned to Open Session at 9:55 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 4-22 MIN2.doc





Executive Session commenced at 8:45PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel, negotiations, and legal matters. The Board returned to Open Session at 9:20 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 4-8 MIN2.doc


BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, April 8, 2008

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 David Hanson School Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara ABSENT Paul Taylor About 47 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.


Student Recognitions (postponed from earlier meetings) Silver Saves Lives – Clayton Avenue Homeroom 109 and National Honor Society SADD/PEACE Club – poster contest National Merit Scholarships

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations and annual reviews 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 8:06PM. On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the March 25, 2008 meeting. Shoba Agneshwar abstained.


None.


Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: Phyllis reported on the BOCES round table for board presidents and vice presidents. Michon reported on the Clayton Avenue Open House and Book Fair. Paul Taylor reported on the Glenwood Open House. The middle school play was very successful. The computer sub committee met before the meeting, the COSER is ready, the service is in place and there are now 6 districts participating. --Kim attended Brian Adessa’s question and answer session with Dina Jacobson, 85, who survived the Holocaust. She reported the presentation was very informative and emotional. She asked Catherine Hepler to than Mr. Adessa for arranging the event. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --Mark asked Mary Surdey to give a staffing update. There are 2 long-term sub positions that they have had difficulty filling, SH Math and English. She currently has 7 vacancies for the fall. She is working on getting a certified Mandarin teacher. The two building principal vacancies have been posted and candidates may be available for board interviews on May 20th.

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4/8/08

--Erie 1 is doing the board policy review. Mark suggested a committee be formed to assist with this review. Kim and Phyllis will be the board representatives, Mike Sherwood will be the chair, other members will be Annamary Allen, Kay Ellis and Kathy Loveland. --VFP – Shoba asked about the window treatments on the new addition at the senior high, the senior high and transportation parking lots and fencing around the baseball field. Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: None. On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Michon Stuart, 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 approve Schedule P (Personnel Changes).


E, F, G, and P Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSAnderson, Michelle Spanish Teacher Foreign Language 6/30/08 Relocation Strayer, Lindsay English Teacher English 4/28/08 Revised date of resignation

Other employment

SCHEDULE IP 4 ATEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSAngevine, Lindsay Elementary Initial BS 3/18/08-6/30/08 Permanent Sub *Merlino, Matthew English Initial MAT 4/9/08-6/30/08 Permanent Sub *Sculley, Siobhan Music Pending BM 4/9/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSMerlino, Matthew English Initial MAT 4/9/08-6/30/08 Permanent Sub Sculley, Siobhan Music Pending BM 4/9/08

SCHEDULE IP 4 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 3 and 4 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: April 8, 2008 AREA OF APPOINTMENT SEASON STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDINTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Lacrosse: JV Boys VOLUNTEER Spring Season Talbut, Joseph 4/8/08Track: Varsity VOLUNTEER Spring Season Hession, Scott 4/8/08INTRAMURALS Elementary Spring (Session 1) $369.00 Daglio, Steven 4/8/08Elementary Spring (Session 2) $369.00 Daglio, Steven 4/8/08

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4/8/08

SCHEDULE IP 7LEAVES OF ABSENCE: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSBunts, Stacy English Teacher English 5/1/08-6/30/08 Extension of unpaid leave due

to family responsibilities SCHEDULE IP 8

CHANGES IN STATUS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CHANGE REMARKSPeters, Corey Elementary Teacher Elementary Change in end date of unpaid leave of

absence from 3/17/08 to 3/7/08

SCHEDULE IP 9

RECALL APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCATIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RECALL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIFICATON EFFECTIVE DATE SALARYFitzgerald, Roxanna Teaching Asst Teacher Assistant Level Three 4/7/08 TBD

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 REMARKSMuggeo, Rebecca Teacher Aide Glenwood 7/1/08 Family Responsibilities

SCHEDULE NIP 8A

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMETS/SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSRockwell, Christopher Student Assistant PT 4/21/08 *Zalenski, Nicole Teacher Aide PT/S 4/9/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 8A.A


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMETS/SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSZalenski, Nicole Teacher Aide PT/S 4/9/08

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 pursuant to its authority under Section 1709 (12) of the Education Law hereby accepts the following gifts:

Description Approx. Value Donor Recipient Jugs Lite Flite Softball $ 369.00 Vestal Diamond Vestal Central Pitching Machine Committee School District Jugs Softball Machine $1,205.99 Vestal Diamond Vestal Central With Cart Committee School District


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Nolan Ryan Batting Cage $4,598.85 Vestal Diamond Vestal Central Backstop Committee School District

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-03 for Fahs Construction Group to furnish labor, material and equipment to remove and dispose of asbestos containing materials discovered during construction and demolition of existing construction, and to provide a credit to delete the face brick from the scope of the Senior High Project for the following total amount: GC-03: $10,017.00

On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order PC-05 for Evans Mechanical, Inc. to provide a credit for allowance monies not used on the Senior High Project for the following total amount: PC-05: ($468.00) On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order MC-03 for Rainbow Sheet Metal, Inc. to provide a credit for allowance monies not used on the Stadium Project and to furnish labor, material and equipment to install control wiring at the Team Rooms for the following total amount: MC-03: $456.00 On motion by Joan Miller, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order SW-01 for Boland’s Excavating & Topsoil to change the contract to accept Alternate SW-2 as part of the original bid, which includes the rebuilding of the parking lot north of Benita Boulevard, for the following total amount: SW-01: $186,000 On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order MC-04 for James L. Lewis to furnish labor, material and equipment to install a hydronic unit heater in the Main Lobby and a unit heater in the corridor leading to the temporary facilities, for the following total amount: MC-04: $4,112.00 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 of the Vestal Central School District adopt a budget for the 2008-09 fiscal year of $68,287,605 to be presented at the annual meeting on May 20, 2008 for approval by the voters of the District. On motion by David Hanson, 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 the Blanket Purchase Agreement with The HON Company for the purpose procuring school district furniture in accordance with the discount schedule appearing in the attached agreement.

#395-08 Change Order GC-

03; Senior High Project

#396-08 Change Order PC-05; Senior High

Project

#397-08 Change Order MC-03; Stadium

Project

#398-08 Change Order SW-01; ARE Project

#399-08 Change Order MC-04; Senior High

Project

#400-08 Adoption of 2008-09 Budget

#401-08 Blanket Purchase Agreement

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On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Phyllis Wiley, 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 the Agreement with Project Lead The Way, Inc.

#402-08 Agreement w/ Project Lead The

Way, Inc.

None. #403-08

Voice of the Public Future meetings are as follows: Monday, April 21, 2008 @ 5:00 PM – Special Meeting-BOCES VoteBoard Conference Room – Administration Building Tuesday, April 22, 2008 @ 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building Tuesday, May 6, 2008 @ 7:00 PM – Budget Hearing/Public Information Clayton Avenue Auditorium Tuesday, May 13, 2008 @ 6:00 PM – Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building

#404-08

Future Meetings

On motion by Davis Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel, negotiations, and legal matters



#406-08 Adjournment




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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 CSE Chairperson Anne Tristan Paul Taylor Principal Therese Mastro Joan Miller Attorney Ed Sarzynski

Executive Session commenced at 7:20PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building. Recommendations and annual reviews 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 Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 83 students. On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 8 students. The Board returned to Open Session at 8:05 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 4-8 MIN1.doc


BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, May 13, 2008

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 David Hanson School Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara - ABSENT Paul Taylor - ABSENT About __ Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 6:01PM by President Kim Myers in the Upper Conference Room of the Administration Building.


On motion by Michon Stuart, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations and annual reviews from the Committee on Special Education and legal matters.


The Board returned to open session in the Board Conference Room at 7:05 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the April 21, 2008, April 22, 2008, and May 6, 2008 meetings.


None.


Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: Michon reported about the Health Consortium meeting. --Kim discussed the Superintendent’s evaluation that is to be completed by 6/30. Paul Stroud will set it up electronically like he did last year. May 24th was the deadline for board members to respond. --The date for the re-organization meeting was discussed. It will be July 14, 2008. Board members will email Kim their dates they are not available during the summer in order to schedule a board workshop. The board self-evaluation will be a workshop item. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: None. Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: None.

#435-08 Reports

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept Schedule E (Enrollment Report), Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests), and Schedule G (Superintendent’s Transfers); and approve Schedule H (Bid Awards: Work Uniform & Laundry Service; High School/Middle School Handbook/Planner Printing; Printing Paper, Envelopes, & Letterhead; Magazine Subscriptions; Technology Education Supplies), Schedule I (Board Transfers), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).


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


5/13/08

SCHEDULE IP 2RETIREMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSDoetschman, Evelyn Teacher Mathematics 7/1/08 Wiggins, Mary Jean Elementary Teacher Elementary 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 CERTIF. PROBATION-

ARY DATESTENURE

DATESALARY

Hardenstine, Ted Teacher Mathematics Pending 9/1/08-6/30/11 9/1/11 TBD *Zhang, Xiaodan (Kelly)

Mandarin Chinese Teacher

Foreign Language

Pending

9/1/108-9/1/11

9/1/11

TBD


SCHEDULE IP 3ARESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT

PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF. PROBATION-

ARY DATESTENURE

DATESALARY

Zhang, Xiaodan (Kelly)

Mandarin Chinese Teacher

Foreign Language

Pending

9/1/108-9/1/11

9/1/11

TBD

SCHEDULE IP 4 A

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL

LEVELCERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

Branca, Erin Elementary Conditional BS 5/14/08 Reinstatement Corgel, Nikki Art Permanent BS 9/1/08 Doetschman, Evelyn Mathematics Permanent MS 9/1/08 *Hanna, Tracy Elementary Initial MS 5/14/08 *Hill, Alicia English/ESL Pending BS 5/14/08 Robinson, Kristen School Counselor Provisional MS 5/8/08-6/30/08 Permanent Sub *Zhang, Xiaodan (Kelly) Mandarin Chinese Pending BS 7/1/08-8/31/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL


Hanna, Tracy Elementary Initial MS 5/14/08 Hill, Alicia English/ESL Pending BS 5/14/08 Zhang, Xiaodan (Kelly)

Mandarin Chinese Pending BS 7/1/08-8/31/08

SCHEDULE IP 4 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find page 10 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2007-08 school year and page 10 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2008-09 school year. We are asking for approval of the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print.

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BOARD MEETING: May 13, 2008 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDMUSIC All Seasons Sports Band Director $6000.00 4/9/07 *Lewis, Jonathan (co) 5/13/08Brass & Winds Senior High $1043.00 4/9/07 *Lewis, Beth (co) 5/13/08All Seasons Sports Band Admin Senior High TBD 5/5/08 Rohde, Melinda 5/13/08All Season Sports Band Asst Direct Senior High TBD 5/5/08 O’Connell, Patricia 5/13/08

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 REMARKSBroder, Jennifer Elementary Teacher Elementary 45/9/08pm – 6/30/08 Medical reasons Peters, Corey Elementary Teacher Elementary 5/5/08-6/30/08 Family responsibilities Steele, Lucinda School Counselor School Counselor 5/8/08-6/30/08 Family responsibilities Wood, Kelly Elementary Teacher Elementary 4/28/08-6/30/08 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 REMARKSO’Hare, Michelle Food Service Helper District 5/5/08 Personal reasons Ritch, Sharon 0.5 Teacher Aide PT Middle School 5/16/08 Relocation Snyder, M. Kathryn Teacher Aide Middle School 5/19/08 Personal reasons

SCHEDULE NIP 4

PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATION PERIOD SALARY REMARKSLavo, Roseann Senior Typist Administration 5/12/08-5/10/09 $24,470 52 wk probationary

period *Sportelli, Anthony Custodian, 2nd shift Senior High 5/19/08-5/17/09 $21,330 52 wk probationary

period *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 4A

RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATION PERIOD SALARY REMARKSSportelli, Anthony Custodian, 2nd shift Senior High 5/19/08-5/17/09 $21,330 52 wk probationary

period


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMETS/SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSBabcock, Lorie Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 Bailey, Diane Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 Doolittle, Mark Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 Konen, Gerald Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 Riese, Andrew Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 Repinecz, Gerlinde Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 Walter, Daniel Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08

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SCHEDULE NIP 4PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATION PERIOD SALARY REMARKSFrisbie, Dale Bus Attendant

(Driver in Training) Transportation 5/14/08-10/20/09 $7.52/hr 52 wk probationary

period McConnell, Debbie Bus Attendant

(Driver in Training) Transportation 5/14/08-10/20/09 $7.52/hr 52 wk probationary

period Pullano, Ellen Bus Attendant

(Driver in Training) Transportation 5/14/08-10/20/09 47/52/hr 52 wk probationary

period


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASONKelly, William Sr. Bus Attendant

(Driver in Training) Transportation To Bus Attendant

PT/S 4/23/08

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 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 gifts: Description Approx. Value Donor Recipient

Cash Donation for 4th Grade $1200.00 African Road Vestal Central Trip PTO School District Cash Donation for 3rd Grade $1250.00 Glenwood School Vestal Central Trip Community Assoc. School District

Cash Donation for 4th Grade $1900.00 Glenwood School Vestal Central Trip Community Assoc. School District

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order AA-02 for Two Brothers Contracting, Inc. to provide a credit for allowance monies not used on this project for the following total amount: AA-02: ($785.00) On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, that Steven Goldsmith, Lana Flame, Nancy Lederman, and Mindy Wolman be added to the 2007-2008 List of Impartial Hearing Officers, and that David Mancuso be deleted from the 2007-2008 List of Impartial Hearing Officers, and BE IT ALSO RESOLVED, that the Board of Education adopt any subsequent revisions as indicated on the State Education Department's Impartial Hearing Reporting System (IHRS). On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 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 May 1, 2008 to August 15, 2008. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign the Extension of Benefits form which continues health insurance benefits from April 1, 2008 through March 31, 2009.


#438-08 Change Order AA-02; Elementary

School Project

#439-08 Revision of List of Impartial

Hearing Officers

#440-08 Bid Award for Grocery Food items

#441-08 Blue Cross Blue Shield Renewal of

Benefits

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On motion by Paul Stroud, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, Howard M. Rittberg and Teresa J. Ludwig are the record owners of property located in the Town of Vestal, Broome County, New York bearing the parcel number 157.20-1-18.1 on the Tax Assessment Roll of the Town of Vestal, and WHEREAS, petitions have been filed for the reduction of assessments and taxes of said properties for the year 2007-08, and WHEREAS, the parties have agreed to the terms outlined in the attached Stipulation and the Honorable Jeffrey A. Tait, Justice of the Supreme Court, has directed the reduced assessments in accordance with the attached Order, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vestal Central School District, pursuant to said order and the statues provided, adjust the tax payments for Rittberg & Ludwig as attached, for a total of $1,188.88.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the refund will be taken from current tax receipts. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to approximately 38 Spanish students for a trip to New York City, NY to tour the Metropolitan Museum, the Hispanic Society of America, and Spanish restaurant on May 28, 2008. On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to approximately 280 12th grade students for a trip to Jackson, NJ for their Senior Class Trip on June 16, 2008. On motion by David Hanson, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to approximately 32 Spanish 4 students for a trip to New York City, NY to tour the Smithsonian Indian Museum and Museum of Natural History on May 20, 2008. On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that authorization to retain Dr. Charles Patrick Ewing, as approved by the Board of Education in executive session and in accordance with the recommendation of the Committee on Special Education, to act as a consultant and to conduct an evaluation of a student at the hourly rate of $250 per hour and at a sum not to exceed $5,000 is hereby ratified and confirmed. On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: A unit placement petition having been filed by the Vestal Administrators’ Association with the Public Employment Relations Board dated April 27, 20007 and the Vestal Central School District having filed an answer to the petition dated May 31, 2007, and the parties having discussed a resolution to this matter, the President of the Board of Education is hereby authorized to enter into a settlement agreement resolving the matter. On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the District Clerk, Kay E. Ellis, be authorized to fill any vacancies that might arise on the Board of Registration, or for the positions of Chief Inspector or Inspector, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following persons be appointed to the Board of Registration and as Chief Inspectors (*) and Inspectors at the polling placed as indicated for the District Registration on May 13, 2008 and the District Meeting on May 20, 2008.

Inspectors: Ellen Titus William Duda

#442-08 Refund of Taxes-Rittberg &

Ludwig

#443-08 Field Trip Approval: Senior High

Spanish Students to NYC

#444-08

Field Trip Approval: Senior Students

to Great Adventure/Six Flags, NJ

#445-08

Field Trip Approval: Spanish 4 Students to NYC

#446-08 Appointment of Consultant

#447-08 Stipulation of Settlement Between the Vestal Central School District

and Vestal Administrators’ Association

#448-08 Appointment of Election Personnel

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Substitute Inspectors: Ann Driggs Susan Hoyt Voting Machine Custodians: Lynn Peet Chuck Garrison

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to approximately 14 high school students for a trip to New York City, NY to go to the Bronx Zoo on May 28, 2008. On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to approximately 44 high school Spanish 4 IB students for a trip to New York City, NY to tour the American Museum of Natural History and the MOMA on May 21, 2008.

#449-08 Field Trip Approval: High School

Students to NYC

#450-08 Field Trip Approval: High School

Spanish Students to NYC


Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, May 20, 2008; 9:00 PM – Annual Meeting (BOE to interview Principal candidates before meeting) Tuesday, May 27, 2008 @ 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting African Road Elementary School Tuesday, June 10, 2008 @ 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building Catherine Hepler introduced the Counseling and Guidance office staff and reviewed what they are currently doing. Sally Lowenstein presented what they would like to do to improve all aspects of the department. Merryl Wallach described how they identify and work with at-risk students. Staff answered questions from board members.

#452-08

Future Meetings

#453-08 Work Session-Board Goals-

Guidance Department

On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss negotiations and legal matters



#455-08 Adjournment




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Tuesday, May 13, 2008

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 CSE Chairperson Anne Tristan Paul Taylor -ABSENT Annamary Allen Joan Miller Diane Olivet

Executive Session commenced at 6:02PM in the Staff Development Room of the Administration Building. Recommendations and annual reviews 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 Paul Stroud, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 92 students. The Board also discussed legal matters. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:05 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 5-13 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 David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor - ABSENT

Executive Session commenced at 8:35PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed negotiations and legal matters. The Board returned to Open Session at 9:15PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 5-13 MIN2.doc


BOARD OF EDUCATION

SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, May 20, 2008

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 Attorney Michael Sherwood – arrived 9:00pm David Hanson Paul Stroud – arrived 8:58pm Michon Stuart District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Taylor Joan Miller 0 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:25PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Room of the Administration Building.


On motion by Joan Miller, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter.

#457-08 Executive

Session On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, in accordance with a resolution duly adopted by the Board of Education of Vestal Central School District of the Towns of Vestal and Binghamton, Broome County, New York, and Town of Owego, Tioga County, New York, the annual district meeting of the qualified voters of said School District was duly held and conducted on May 20, 2008 for the purpose of voting on the propositions and vacancies on the Board of Education contained in the notice of said annual district meeting; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to paragraph c of subdivision 7 of Section 2034 of the Education Law, the inspectors of election in each of the election districts have duly made a written report of the result of the voting at said district meeting held in each election district; and

WHEREAS, the chief inspector of each election district has duly filed such written reports with the Clerk of said School District, which reports have been duly presented to said Board of Education; NOW, THEREFORE,

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Education of Vestal Central School District of the Towns of Vestal and Binghamton, Broome County, New York, and Town of Owego, Tioga County, New York as follows:

Section 1. Upon an examination of the reports of the inspectors of election presented to this Board of Education, as described in preambles hereof, the attached is hereby declared to be the result of the voting on said propositions submitted at the annual district meeting of the qualified voters of Vestal Central School District held on May 20, 2008.

Section 2. In accordance with the attached tabulation of the vote at said district meeting, it is hereby determined and declared that:

Proposition No. 1 was approved and

#458-08 Certification of

the Vote

Proposition No. 2 was approved and Proposition No. 3 was approved

and that the following persons were elected to the Board of Education:

Glenna Pitarresi for a 3-year term from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2011

Nora Hickey for a 3-year term from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2011

Michon Stuart for a 3-year term from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2011

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #459-08 Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 9:50PM. _______________________ Kay E. Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 5-20 MIN Annual Mtg.doc


BOARD OF EDUCATION


PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers – President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco – excused 9:16pm Phyllis Wiley – Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey – excused 9:16pm Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet – excused 9:16pm Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson Joan Miller Paul Stroud District Clerk Kay Ellis Michon Stuart Paul Taylor – left 9:50pm Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara - ABSENT

About 15 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:05PM by President Kim Myers in the Cafeteria of African Road Elementary School. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.


Allegiance

Principal Joanne Mitchell introduced Sam Scelsi and Meg Morningstar, physical education teachers at ARE, who talked about curriculum updates in the physical education program and the student use of pedometers. Students demonstrated the electric slide and Dance Dance Revolution. On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations and annual reviews from the Committee on Special Education. The Board returned to open session at 7:31PM. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the minutes of May 13, 2008 and May 20, 2008 as written.

#461-08 Spotlight on ARE




Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: Paul Taylor reported he attended the Southern Tier Home Builders Association meeting where there was much discussion regarding school taxes and ways to curtail spending. --Kim will check with Glenna on her availability for summer workshop dates --Superintendent’s evaluation is completed Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --Keith reviewed the current and proposed rates for district facility usage. It was suggested to roundup the proposed rates. Leases for tenants in Central Junior we also discussed --Mary reported on staffing and recruitment for next year

#465-08 Reports

Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: Divine submitted a written report regarding the upcoming student elections being held on May 29th.

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer’s Report-April), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-April), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report-April), and Schedule C (Bills-April); and to approve Schedule H (Bid Awards-Physical Education Supplies, Athletic Medical Supplies, Interscholastic Sports Supplies), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).



5/27/08 Minutes

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The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATERorapaugh, Martin Mathematics Teacher Mathematics 7/1/08 Weston, George Jr Social Studies Teacher Social Studies 7/1/08 Wood, Sharon Elementary Teacher Elementary 7/1/08


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

DATETENURE DATE SALARY

*Bowen, Elizabeth French Teacher

Foreign Language Pending 9/1/08-6/30/11 9/1/11 TBD

*DeAngelo, Jeffrey Principal Principal Permanent 7/7/08-7/6/11 7/7/11 $93,000 Knapp, Kathryn Coordinator of

Instruction Coordinator Permanent 7/1/08-6/30/11 7/1/11 TBD

*Lewis, Melissa Mathematics Teacher

Mathematics Pending 9/1/08-6/30/11 9/1/11 TBD

*Lewis, Stephanie Chemistry Teacher

Science Initial 9/1/08-6/30/11 9/1/11 TBD

*Maslin, Kent Principal Principal Permanent 7/1/08-6/30/11 7/1/11 $92,000 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 3 ARESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT

PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF. PROBATIONARY


Bowen, Elizabeth French Teacher


DeAngelo, Jeffrey Principal Principal Permanent 7/7/08-7/6/11 7/7/11 $93,000 Lewis, Melissa Mathematics

Teacher Mathematics Pending 9/1/08-6/30/11 9/1/11 TBD

Lewis, Stephanie Chemistry Teacher


Maslin, Kent Principal Principal Permanent 7/1/08-6/30/11 7/1/11 $92,000


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS*Eggleston, Alice Registered Nurse RN RN 5/28/08 *Hampson, Phylis Elementary Permanent MA 5/28/08 *Lavelle, Christine Social Studies Pending BA 5/28/08 Rorapaugh, Martin Mathematics Permanent MS 9/1/08 Weston, George Social Studies Permanent BS 9/1/08 Wiggins, Mary Jean Elementary Permanent BS 9/1/08 *pending fingerprint clearance


NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSEggleston, Alice Registered Nurse RN RN 5/28/08

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*Hampson, Phylis Elementary Permanent MA 5/28/08 *Lavelle, Christine Social Studies Pending BA 5/28/08


Attached, please find page 11 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: May 27, 2008

ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2007-08 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDMUSIC Jazz/Stage Band Middle School $1240.00 4/9/07 Truskowski, Jamie 5/27/08 CANCEL

SCHEDULE IP 4CTEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL (OTHER)

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (OTHER): NAME AREA OF SERVICE LEVEL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSFitzgerald, Roxanna CPR/First Aid Instructor District 7/1/08 Graham, Lance CPR/First Aid Instructor District 7/1/08 Matthew, Heather CPR/First Aid Instructor District 7/1/08

SCHEDULE IP 7LEAVES OF ABSENCES: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCES: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REASONKnapp, Kathryn Elementary Principal Administrative 7/1/08-6/30/09 Concurrent with appointment as

Coordinator of Instruction Kocak, Jocelyn Speech Teacher Speech 9/1/08-6/30/09 Family responsibilities Moyer, Marguerite Mathematics Teacher Mathematics 5/19/08-5/30/08 Family responsibilities


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSGrogan, Correna Teacher Aide Glenwood 5/27/08 Personal reasons Jacobson, Francine Teacher Aide Vestal Hills 6/23/08 Relocation Lavo, Roseann Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 5/12/08 To accept Senior Typist position Mahoney, David Custodian PT/S District 5/14/08 Personal reasons Mayo, Tina Teacher Aide Clayton Avenue 5/30/08 Other employment Mecca, Kathleen Teacher Aide (monitor) PT Clayton Avenue 5/19/08 Personal reasons Richardson, Wayne Bus Driver Transportation 5/12/08 Relocation

SCHEDULE NIP 2RETIREMENT: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSMapes, Jolene Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT Middle School 6/30/08

SCHEDULE NIP 4PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON- INSTRUCTIONAL

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


Feringa, Shaun Custodian, 2nd shift African Rd complex 5/28/08-5/26/09 5/28/08 52 wk probationary period

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The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSAllen, Elaine Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 Dilorio, John Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 *Frost, Elaine Temporary Custodian 5/28/08-8/24/08 Harman, Tammy Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 *Harris, Anita Teacher Aide PT/S 5/28/08 Mecca, Kathleen Teacher Aide PT/S 5/19/08 Rowlands, Dennis Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 *Thompson, Jessica Temporary Custodian 5/28/08-8/24/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 8A.ARESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSFrost, Elaine Temporary Custodian 5/28/08-8/24/08 Harris, Anita Teacher Aide PT/S 5/28/08 Thompson, Jessica Temporary Custodian 5/28/08-8/24/08

SCHEDULE NIP 9BPART TIME NON COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON- INSTRUCTIONAL

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


Bracken, Christine Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT Glenwood 5/28/08-10/13/09 $6,238 52 wk probationary period

SCHEDULE NIP 10LEAVES 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 REASONTabarrini, Maura Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 5/27/08-6/30/08 Family responsibilities


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASONSlyman, Peter Bus Attendant Transportation To Bus Attendant (Driver in

Training 4/21/08

Slyman, Peter Bus Attendant (Driver in Training)

Transportation To Bus Driver 5/7/08 Training completed

The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Campo, Isabel Bus Driver Transportation 6/3/08 Cichostepski, John Clerk PT District 6/3/08 Dennis, Azalea Teacher Aide African Road 6/17/08 Lewis, Michelle Typist PT Senior High 6/3/08 O’Brien, Colleen Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT African Road 6/17/08

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On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes a renewal of the agreement with Pupil Benefits Plan, Inc. for Student Accident Coverage, Coverage P at $4.65 per pupil, beginning July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009.

#467-08 Pupil Benefits Plan, Inc.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the following textbook for use, as detailed in the attached memorandum:

Modern Chemistry by Davis, Frey, Sarquis and Sarquis Price: $71.95


On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an amendment to the original agreement with Bearsch Compeau Knudson Architects & Engineers PC, signed May 10, 2005, for additional services for the EXCEL project.

#469-08 Amendment of Contract with Bearsch

Compeau Knudson Architects & Engineers PC

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, 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 III.

#470-08 Supplemental Purchase III of

BOCES Services

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, in accordance with a resolution duly adopted by the Board of Education of Vestal Central School District of the Towns of Vestal and Binghamton, Broome County, New York, and Town of Owego, Tioga County, New York, the annual district meeting of the qualified voters of said School District was duly held and conducted on May 20, 2008 for the purpose of voting on the propositions and vacancies on the Board of Education contained in the notice of said annual district meeting; and WHEREAS, pursuant to paragraph c of subdivision 7 of Section 2034 of the Education Law, the inspectors of election in each of the election districts have duly made a written report of the result of the voting at said district meeting held in each election district; and WHEREAS, the chief inspector of each election district has duly filed such written reports with the Clerk of said School District, which reports have been duly presented to said Board of Education; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Education of Vestal Central School District of the Towns of Vestal and Binghamton, Broome County, New York, and Town of Owego, Tioga County, New York as follows: Section 1. Upon an examination of the reports of the inspectors of election presented to this Board of Education, as described in preambles hereof, the attached is hereby declared to be the result of the voting on said propositions submitted at the annual district meeting of the qualified voters of Vestal Central School District held on May 20, 2008. Section 2. In accordance with the attached tabulation of the vote at said district meeting, it is hereby determined and declared that:

Proposition No. 1 was approved and Proposition No. 2 was approved and Proposition No. 3 was approved

and that the following persons were elected to the Board of Education: Glenna Pitarresi for a 3-year term from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2011 Nora Hickey for a 3-year term from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2011 Michon Stuart for a 3-year term from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2011

#471-08 Recertification of the Vote

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On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District participate in Cooperative Bidding for Juice/Water Products, and Chemical/Warewashing Products for the school years 2008-2009, 2009-2010, and 2010-2011 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 2008-2009 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 2008-2009 with other school districts in New York State, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Mark Bordeau, Director of Food Services, Broome-Tioga 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 Paul Stroud, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Vestal High School Multicultural Club and the Russian Club be dissolved, effective June 30, 2008 and the remaining funds in those extra-curricular accounts be divided into equal shares and distributed into the accounts of the Spanish, French, and German clubs. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education adopt the calendar, as attached, for the 2008-09 school year. On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-02 for Leva Bros. Tile & Marble Co., Inc. to furnish labor, material, and equipment to install accent tile at Glenwood Elementary School for the following total amount: GC-02: $1,082.00 On motion by David Hanson, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District approve the recommendation of the School Board Legal Counsel, Administration, Greenwood Corporation, and Bearsch Compeau Knudson, Architects and Engineers PC, for the following contracts, as part of the Vestal Facilities Project:

CONTRACT NO. 1 - GENERAL CONSTRUCTION: ConMas, Inc. Base Bid amount $914,400 Total Contract Award $914,400 CONTRACT NO. 2 – MECHANICAL CONSTRUCTION: Climate Control Technologies, Inc. Base Bid amount $126,499 Total Contract Award $126,499 CONTRACT NO. 3 – ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION: Matco Electric Corp. Base Bid amount $227,800 Total Contract Award $227,800 CONTRACT NO. 4 – PLUMBING CONSTRUCTION: Louis N. Picciano and Son, Inc. Base Bid amount $56,950 Total Contract Award $56,950

#471-08 Cooperative Bidding with BC

Specification Group

#472-08 Dissolution of Two Clubs at the

Senior High School and Reallocation of Remaining Funds

#473-08 Adoption of Instructional Calendar for

2008-09

#474-08 Change Order GC-02; Glenwood Wall

Tile Replacement Project

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CONTRACT NO. 5 – BUS LIFT CONSTRUCTION: Filtrec Corporation Base Bid amount $396,000 Total Contract Award $396,000 CONTRACT NO. 6 – SITEWORK CONSTRUCTION: Boland’s Excavating & Topsoil, Inc. Base Bid amount $993,000 Total Contract Award $993,000 CONTRACT NO. 7 – FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT: Joseph Flihan Co. Base Bid amount $383,700 Total Contract Award $383,700 SUM OF ALL CONTRACTS: $3,098,349 On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby selects the Jewish Community Center and Recess Resources, Inc. to provide Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) services to Vestal students for the 2008-09 academic year. The Jewish Community Center shall service 86 students and Recess Resources, Inc. shall service 16 students. The President or Vice President of the Board of Education is hereby authorized to sign appropriate contracts with the Jewish Community Center and Recess Resources, Inc. for provision of these services. In response to a question by David Hanson, School Attorney Michael Sherwood noted that the UPK rubric was contained in the Board of Education packet reviewed by the Board. Mr. Sherwood stated that one applicant was disqualified since it’s per pupil cost was above the maximum Vestal Central School District per pupil allocation and that the Jewish Community Center and Recess Resources, Inc. were ranked first and second respectively in the UPK rubric.

#476-08 Universal Pre-

Kindergarten Services Bid Awards


VFP Update from John Knudson on the financial aspects including looking at grant opportunity for security systems, new phone system options, and bid awards. Roy Herford noted that every building with the exception of Vestal Hills will be worked on this summer. An updated on the specifics of the summer construction will be presented at the 6/10/08 meeting.


The Board took a short break from 8:25pm to 8:30pm.

Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, June 10, 2008 @ 6:00 PM: Vestal School Foundation Awards; Regular Meeting; Board Conference Room, Administration Building Tuesday, June 24 2008 @ 7:00 PM: Regular Meeting; Board Conference Room; Administration Building On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel, legal matters, and negotiations.

#479-08

Future Meetings



#481-08 Adjournment






Executive Session commenced at 7:25PM in the Library of the African Road Elementary School. Recommendations and annual reviews 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 Shoba Angeshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 105 students. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Angeshwar, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the 504 Committee for 34 students. Kim Myers abstained from the vote. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:31PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 5-27 MIN1.doc




PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco –excused at 9:16pm Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet – excused at 9:16pm Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey – excused at 9:16pm David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor – left at 9:50pm

Executive Session commenced at 8:30 PM in the cafeteria of the African Road Elementary School. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel, and legal matters. The Board returned to Open Session at 10:20 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 5-27 MIN2.doc


BOARD OF EDUCATION


PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers – President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco – excused 9:16pm Phyllis Wiley – Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey – excused 9:16pm Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet – excused 9:16pm Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson Joan Miller Paul Stroud District Clerk Kay Ellis Michon Stuart Paul Taylor – left 9:50pm Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara - ABSENT

About 15 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:05PM by President Kim Myers in the Cafeteria of African Road Elementary School. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.


Allegiance

Principal Joanne Mitchell introduced Sam Scelsi and Meg Morningstar, physical education teachers at ARE, who talked about curriculum updates in the physical education program and the student use of pedometers. Students demonstrated the electric slide and Dance Dance Revolution. On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations and annual reviews from the Committee on Special Education. The Board returned to open session at 7:31PM. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the minutes of May 13, 2008 and May 20, 2008 as written.

#461-08 Spotlight on ARE




Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: Paul Taylor reported he attended the Southern Tier Home Builders Association meeting where there was much discussion regarding school taxes and ways to curtail spending. --Kim will check with Glenna on her availability for summer workshop dates --Superintendent’s evaluation is completed Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --Keith reviewed the current and proposed rates for district facility usage. It was suggested to roundup the proposed rates. Leases for tenants in Central Junior we also discussed --Mary reported on staffing and recruitment for next year

#465-08 Reports

Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: Divine submitted a written report regarding the upcoming student elections being held on May 29th.

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer’s Report-April), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-April), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report-April), and Schedule C (Bills-April); and to approve Schedule H (Bid Awards-Physical Education Supplies, Athletic Medical Supplies, Interscholastic Sports Supplies), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).



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The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATERorapaugh, Martin Mathematics Teacher Mathematics 7/1/08 Weston, George Jr Social Studies Teacher Social Studies 7/1/08 Wood, Sharon Elementary Teacher Elementary 7/1/08




*Bowen, Elizabeth French Teacher


*DeAngelo, Jeffrey Principal Principal Permanent 7/7/08-7/6/11 7/7/11 $93,000 Knapp, Kathryn Coordinator of

Instruction Coordinator Permanent 7/1/08-6/30/11 7/1/11 TBD

*Lewis, Melissa Mathematics Teacher

Mathematics Pending 9/1/08-6/30/11 9/1/11 TBD

*Lewis, Stephanie Chemistry Teacher


*Maslin, Kent Principal Principal Permanent 7/1/08-6/30/11 7/1/11 $92,000 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 3 ARESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT

PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF. PROBATIONARY


Bowen, Elizabeth French Teacher


DeAngelo, Jeffrey Principal Principal Permanent 7/7/08-7/6/11 7/7/11 $93,000 Lewis, Melissa Mathematics

Teacher Mathematics Pending 9/1/08-6/30/11 9/1/11 TBD

Lewis, Stephanie Chemistry Teacher


Maslin, Kent Principal Principal Permanent 7/1/08-6/30/11 7/1/11 $92,000


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS*Eggleston, Alice Registered Nurse RN RN 5/28/08 *Hampson, Phylis Elementary Permanent MA 5/28/08 *Lavelle, Christine Social Studies Pending BA 5/28/08 Rorapaugh, Martin Mathematics Permanent MS 9/1/08 Weston, George Social Studies Permanent BS 9/1/08 Wiggins, Mary Jean Elementary Permanent BS 9/1/08 *pending fingerprint clearance


NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSEggleston, Alice Registered Nurse RN RN 5/28/08

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*Hampson, Phylis Elementary Permanent MA 5/28/08 *Lavelle, Christine Social Studies Pending BA 5/28/08


Attached, please find page 11 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: May 27, 2008

ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2007-08 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDMUSIC Jazz/Stage Band Middle School $1240.00 4/9/07 Truskowski, Jamie 5/27/08 CANCEL


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (OTHER): NAME AREA OF SERVICE LEVEL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSFitzgerald, Roxanna CPR/First Aid Instructor District 7/1/08 Graham, Lance CPR/First Aid Instructor District 7/1/08 Matthew, Heather CPR/First Aid Instructor District 7/1/08


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCES: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REASONKnapp, Kathryn Elementary Principal Administrative 7/1/08-6/30/09 Concurrent with appointment as

Coordinator of Instruction Kocak, Jocelyn Speech Teacher Speech 9/1/08-6/30/09 Family responsibilities Moyer, Marguerite Mathematics Teacher Mathematics 5/19/08-5/30/08 Family responsibilities


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSGrogan, Correna Teacher Aide Glenwood 5/27/08 Personal reasons Jacobson, Francine Teacher Aide Vestal Hills 6/23/08 Relocation Lavo, Roseann Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 5/12/08 To accept Senior Typist position Mahoney, David Custodian PT/S District 5/14/08 Personal reasons Mayo, Tina Teacher Aide Clayton Avenue 5/30/08 Other employment Mecca, Kathleen Teacher Aide (monitor) PT Clayton Avenue 5/19/08 Personal reasons Richardson, Wayne Bus Driver Transportation 5/12/08 Relocation

SCHEDULE NIP 2RETIREMENT: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSMapes, Jolene Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT Middle School 6/30/08

SCHEDULE NIP 4PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON- INSTRUCTIONAL

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


Feringa, Shaun Custodian, 2nd shift African Rd complex 5/28/08-5/26/09 5/28/08 52 wk probationary period

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The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSAllen, Elaine Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 Dilorio, John Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 *Frost, Elaine Temporary Custodian 5/28/08-8/24/08 Harman, Tammy Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 *Harris, Anita Teacher Aide PT/S 5/28/08 Mecca, Kathleen Teacher Aide PT/S 5/19/08 Rowlands, Dennis Temporary Custodian 7/7/08-10/3/08 *Thompson, Jessica Temporary Custodian 5/28/08-8/24/08 *pending fingerprint clearance


TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSFrost, Elaine Temporary Custodian 5/28/08-8/24/08 Harris, Anita Teacher Aide PT/S 5/28/08 Thompson, Jessica Temporary Custodian 5/28/08-8/24/08

SCHEDULE NIP 9BPART TIME NON COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON- INSTRUCTIONAL

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


Bracken, Christine Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT Glenwood 5/28/08-10/13/09 $6,238 52 wk probationary period

SCHEDULE NIP 10LEAVES 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 REASONTabarrini, Maura Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 5/27/08-6/30/08 Family responsibilities


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASONSlyman, Peter Bus Attendant Transportation To Bus Attendant (Driver in

Training 4/21/08

Slyman, Peter Bus Attendant (Driver in Training)

Transportation To Bus Driver 5/7/08 Training completed

The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Campo, Isabel Bus Driver Transportation 6/3/08 Cichostepski, John Clerk PT District 6/3/08 Dennis, Azalea Teacher Aide African Road 6/17/08 Lewis, Michelle Typist PT Senior High 6/3/08 O’Brien, Colleen Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT African Road 6/17/08

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On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes a renewal of the agreement with Pupil Benefits Plan, Inc. for Student Accident Coverage, Coverage P at $4.65 per pupil, beginning July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009.

#467-08 Pupil Benefits Plan, Inc.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the following textbook for use, as detailed in the attached memorandum:

Modern Chemistry by Davis, Frey, Sarquis and Sarquis Price: $71.95


On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an amendment to the original agreement with Bearsch Compeau Knudson Architects & Engineers PC, signed May 10, 2005, for additional services for the EXCEL project.

#469-08 Amendment of Contract with Bearsch

Compeau Knudson Architects & Engineers PC

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, 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 III.

#470-08 Supplemental Purchase III of

BOCES Services

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, in accordance with a resolution duly adopted by the Board of Education of Vestal Central School District of the Towns of Vestal and Binghamton, Broome County, New York, and Town of Owego, Tioga County, New York, the annual district meeting of the qualified voters of said School District was duly held and conducted on May 20, 2008 for the purpose of voting on the propositions and vacancies on the Board of Education contained in the notice of said annual district meeting; and WHEREAS, pursuant to paragraph c of subdivision 7 of Section 2034 of the Education Law, the inspectors of election in each of the election districts have duly made a written report of the result of the voting at said district meeting held in each election district; and WHEREAS, the chief inspector of each election district has duly filed such written reports with the Clerk of said School District, which reports have been duly presented to said Board of Education; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Education of Vestal Central School District of the Towns of Vestal and Binghamton, Broome County, New York, and Town of Owego, Tioga County, New York as follows: Section 1. Upon an examination of the reports of the inspectors of election presented to this Board of Education, as described in preambles hereof, the attached is hereby declared to be the result of the voting on said propositions submitted at the annual district meeting of the qualified voters of Vestal Central School District held on May 20, 2008. Section 2. In accordance with the attached tabulation of the vote at said district meeting, it is hereby determined and declared that:

Proposition No. 1 was approved and Proposition No. 2 was approved and Proposition No. 3 was approved

and that the following persons were elected to the Board of Education: Glenna Pitarresi for a 3-year term from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2011 Nora Hickey for a 3-year term from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2011 Michon Stuart for a 3-year term from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2011

#471-08 Recertification of the Vote

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On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District participate in Cooperative Bidding for Juice/Water Products, and Chemical/Warewashing Products for the school years 2008-2009, 2009-2010, and 2010-2011 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 2008-2009 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 2008-2009 with other school districts in New York State, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Mark Bordeau, Director of Food Services, Broome-Tioga 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 Paul Stroud, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Vestal High School Multicultural Club and the Russian Club be dissolved, effective June 30, 2008 and the remaining funds in those extra-curricular accounts be divided into equal shares and distributed into the accounts of the Spanish, French, and German clubs. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education adopt the calendar, as attached, for the 2008-09 school year. On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-02 for Leva Bros. Tile & Marble Co., Inc. to furnish labor, material, and equipment to install accent tile at Glenwood Elementary School for the following total amount: GC-02: $1,082.00 On motion by David Hanson, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District approve the recommendation of the School Board Legal Counsel, Administration, Greenwood Corporation, and Bearsch Compeau Knudson, Architects and Engineers PC, for the following contracts, as part of the Vestal Facilities Project:

CONTRACT NO. 1 - GENERAL CONSTRUCTION: ConMas, Inc. Base Bid amount $914,400 Total Contract Award $914,400 CONTRACT NO. 2 – MECHANICAL CONSTRUCTION: Climate Control Technologies, Inc. Base Bid amount $126,499 Total Contract Award $126,499 CONTRACT NO. 3 – ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION: Matco Electric Corp. Base Bid amount $227,800 Total Contract Award $227,800 CONTRACT NO. 4 – PLUMBING CONSTRUCTION: Louis N. Picciano and Son, Inc. Base Bid amount $56,950 Total Contract Award $56,950

#471-08 Cooperative Bidding with BC

Specification Group

#472-08 Dissolution of Two Clubs at the

Senior High School and Reallocation of Remaining Funds

#473-08 Adoption of Instructional Calendar for

2008-09

#474-08 Change Order GC-02; Glenwood Wall

Tile Replacement Project

#475-08 Elementary Schools and

Transportation Capital Project Bid Awards

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CONTRACT NO. 5 – BUS LIFT CONSTRUCTION: Filtrec Corporation Base Bid amount $396,000 Total Contract Award $396,000 CONTRACT NO. 6 – SITEWORK CONSTRUCTION: Boland’s Excavating & Topsoil, Inc. Base Bid amount $993,000 Total Contract Award $993,000 CONTRACT NO. 7 – FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT: Joseph Flihan Co. Base Bid amount $383,700 Total Contract Award $383,700 SUM OF ALL CONTRACTS: $3,098,349 On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby selects the Jewish Community Center and Recess Resources, Inc. to provide Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) services to Vestal students for the 2008-09 academic year. The Jewish Community Center shall service 86 students and Recess Resources, Inc. shall service 16 students. The President or Vice President of the Board of Education is hereby authorized to sign appropriate contracts with the Jewish Community Center and Recess Resources, Inc. for provision of these services. In response to a question by David Hanson, School Attorney Michael Sherwood noted that the UPK rubric was contained in the Board of Education packet reviewed by the Board. Mr. Sherwood stated that one applicant was disqualified since it’s per pupil cost was above the maximum Vestal Central School District per pupil allocation and that the Jewish Community Center and Recess Resources, Inc. were ranked first and second respectively in the UPK rubric.

#476-08 Universal Pre-

Kindergarten Services Bid Awards


VFP Update from John Knudson on the financial aspects including looking at grant opportunity for security systems, new phone system options, and bid awards. Roy Herford noted that every building with the exception of Vestal Hills will be worked on this summer. An updated on the specifics of the summer construction will be presented at the 6/10/08 meeting.


The Board took a short break from 8:25pm to 8:30pm.

Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, June 10, 2008 @ 6:00 PM: Vestal School Foundation Awards; Regular Meeting; Board Conference Room, Administration Building Tuesday, June 24 2008 @ 7:00 PM: Regular Meeting; Board Conference Room; Administration Building On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel, legal matters, and negotiations.

#479-08

Future Meetings



#481-08 Adjournment






Executive Session commenced at 7:25PM in the Library of the African Road Elementary School. Recommendations and annual reviews 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 Shoba Angeshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 105 students. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Angeshwar, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the 504 Committee for 34 students. Kim Myers abstained from the vote. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:31PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 5-27 MIN1.doc




PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco –excused at 9:16pm Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet – excused at 9:16pm Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey – excused at 9:16pm David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor – left at 9:50pm

Executive Session commenced at 8:30 PM in the cafeteria of the African Road Elementary School. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel, and legal matters. The Board returned to Open Session at 10:20 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 5-27 MIN2.doc

5/8/07


BOARD OF EDUCATION

SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, May 6, 2008

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

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:00PM by President Kim Myers in the Auditorium of the Clayton Avenue Elementary School.


Mark welcomed the audience and presented budget information. The Board opened the floor to anyone wishing to question or comment on the proposed budget for 2008-09. Questions were asked regarding staff training in technology, strategy for benefit increases and how this meeting was advertised. .

#429-08 Public Hearing on Proposed

2008-09 Budget

On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 6 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #430-08 Adjournment


_______________________ Kay E. Ellis District Clerk


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BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, June 10, 2008

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 David Hanson School Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara - ABSENT Paul Taylor About 30 Visitors



On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Angeshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations and annual reviews 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 7:08 PM. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the minutes of the May 27, 2008 meeting.


None.


Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: --Liaisons: Shoba reported the Middle School had a fundraiser for Relay for Life. Over $3200 was raised, exceeding their goal. Nine staff members had their heads shaved. Parent group meeting dates for 2008-09 are set. Student schedule pickup dates have been set. Michon reported Clayton Avenue students went to New York City. Kim reported on the Honors Night held at the high school. She thanked Phyllis for attending the retirement dinner. Paul Stroud reported on the town liaison meeting. The retaining pond and paving of the little league parking lot were discussed. --Summer board workshop date not set yet. Kim will send out a calendar of dates that members are not available. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --Mary Surdey reviewed the updated Academic Intervention Services plan that must be presented to the board for approval every two years. It will be on the June 24 agenda for approval. --The possibility of a memorial of some type for Edward Guiegucz was discussed. Since not all board members were familiar with his history in the district, more information will be provided by Mark about service to VCS. Mark will responded to the letter received from the family. Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: ABSENT

#486-08 Reports

6/10/08

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Shoba Agneshwar, 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 approve Schedule H (Bid Awards: Health Supplies, Art Supplies, Sousaphones), Schedule I (Board Transfers), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).


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


SCHEDULE IP 4 ATEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL


Duran, Joanne Elementary Provisional BS 5/9/08 PM-6/30/08 Permanent Sub Wood, Sharon Elementary Permanent MS 9/1/08

SCHEDULE IP 4 C

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL (0THER) The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (OTHER): NAME AREA OF SERVICE LEVEL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSCleary, Mary Administrative District-wide 7/1/08-6/30/09 Per diem work district wide Etingoff, Jerold Administrative District-wide 7/1/08-6/30/09 Per diem work district wide Guzzi, Albert Administrative District-wide 7/1/08-6/30/09 Per diem work district wide Kurkoski, Anna Marie Administrative District-wide 7/1/08-6/30/09 Per diem work district wide McMullin, Thomas Administrative District-wide 7/1/08-6/30/09 Per diem work district wide Nolan, Carol Administrative District-wide 8/14/08-6/30/09 Per diem work district wide Sever, Joseph Jr Administrative District-wide 7/1/08-6/30/09 Per diem work district wide Stanek, Francis Administrative District-wide 7/1/08-6/30/09 Per diem work district wide

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 REMARKSBunts, Stacy English Teacher English 9/1/08-2/1/09 Family responsibilities Oshrin, Susan Elementary Teacher Elementary 6/17/08-6/26/08 Family responsibilities Thompson, Bernice Special Education Teacher Special Education 6/4/08-6/30/08 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 REMARKSGuzzi, Patricia Teacher Aide Clayton Avenue 7/1/08 Personal reasons Sassani, Theresa Teacher Aide African Road 5/28/08

SCHEDULE NIP 6

PROMOTIOMAL APPOINTMENT: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROMOTIONAL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATION PERIOD SALARY REMARKSLaBare, Jaun Head Custodian

2nd shift African Road

complex 6/23/08-12/19/08 $24,943 26 wk probationary

period


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMETS/SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS

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*Burnett, Nancy Teacher Aide PT/S 6/11/08 *Cichostepski, Ryan Clerk PT/S 6/11/08 *McGuinness, Elaine Teacher Aide PT/S 6/11/08 Teaching Assistant PT/S *pending fingerpring clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 8A.A


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSBurnett, Nancy Teacher Aide PT/S 6/11/08 Cichostepski, Ryan Clerk PT/S 6/11/08 McGuinness, Elaine Teacher Aide PT/S 6/11/08 Teaching Assistant PT/S

SCHEDULE IP 8 B

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (OTHER): NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY REMARKS Ellis, Kay

Food Services Support Administration 7/1/08-6/30/09 $4,519 Per ASA collective bargaining agreement

Gregory, Linda

Co-Employee Benefits Administrative Support

Administration 7/1/08-6/30/09 $2,260 Per ASA collective bargaining agreement

Loveland, Kathleen

Chief School Officer Administrative Support


Miller, Roger

Retiree Billing Support


VanWinkle, Anita

Instructional Administrative Support


Wheeler, Mary Lou

Human Resources Administrative Support


Willets, Linda

Co-Employee Benefits Administrative Support


SCHEDULE NIP 9 B

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


Peake, Carol Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT (4 hrs/day)

Vestal Hills 9/1/08-11/6/09 $5,738 52 wk probationary period

Wysocki, Matthew Food Service Helper PT (3 hrs/day)

African Road Complex

6/11/08-11/17/09 $7.63/hr 52 wk probationary period

SCHEDULE NIP 10

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

DATESREASON

LaBare, Jaun Custodian, 2nd shift Senior High 6/23/08-12/1/908 Concurrent with promotional appointment as Head Custodian, 2nd shift, African Road Complex

On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution:

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RESOLVED, that the Reorganization Meeting for the Board of Education be held on Monday, July 14, 2008 at 7:00 PM at the Administration Building. Paul Stroud abstained from the vote. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the following textbook for use, as detailed in the attached memorandum:

New York Math Connects by Altieri, Balka, Day, Gonsalves, Grace, Krulik, Malloy, Molix-Bailey, Moseley, Mowry, Myren, Price, Reynosa, Santa Cruz, Silbey and Vielhaver Price: $57.00


On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education President or Vice-President be authorized to sign an agreement with the Jewish Community Center to provide prekindergarten services for the Universal PreKindergarten (UPK) grant, in accordance with the terms outlined in the agreement, for the 2008-09 academic year.

#490-08 Contract with Jewish Community

Center

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 President or Vice-President be authorized to sign an agreement with Recess Resources to provide prekindergarten services for the Universal PreKindergarten (UPK) grant, in accordance with the terms outlined in the agreement, for the 2008-09 academic year.

#491-08 Contract with Recess Resources

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Joan Miller, 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 three (3) agreements with the Binghamton University Children’s Unit to provide educational services (tuition) for the 2-month (July-August) portion of the 12-month program of the 2008-2009 school year for three (3) students, and three (3) agreements for the 10-month (September-June) portion of the 12-month program of the 2008-2009 school year for those same three (3) students, as approved by the Committee on Special Education in accordance with terms outlined in the agreements.

#492-08 Contractual Agreements with Binghamton Children’s Unit

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Michon Stuart, 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 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, 2008 through June 30, 2009.

#493-08 Contract with G & E Therapies

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, 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 Family Audiology Services to provide services beginning July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009.

#494-08 Contract with Family Audiology,

PLLC

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, 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 agreement with Consultants in Exceptional Education to provide inservice training for District staff on July 8, 2008, July 10, July 11, 2008, and August 1, 2008.

#495-08 Contract with Consultants in Exceptional Education, LLC

On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order TL-01 for Syracuse Scenery &

#496-08 Change Order TL-01; High School

Project

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Stage to provide a credit for allowance monies not used on this project for the following total amount: TL-01: ($3,000.00) On motion by Phyllis Wiley, 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 furniture as obsolete and authorize her to dispose of these items in accordance with Board Policy 5250.

#497-08 Declaration of Obsolete Furniture

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, the Network Support Services (A610) require additional technology equipment to the currently available equipment; and WHEREAS the Vestal Central School District wishes to spread the cost over several years with a multi-year installment purchase; the Broome-Tioga BOCES is hereby authorized to expend annually, on behalf of the Vestal Central School District, in conjunction with the NSS services, funds to acquire the following:

6 Canon imageRUNNER 5050 1 Canon imageRUNNER 55185i 2 Canon imageRUNNER 3030

#498-08 Purchase of Equipment through

the NSS Service

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following 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, 2008.

#499-08 Fees for Use of Facilities

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT EXCEEDING $651,993 BONDS OF THE VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, BROOME AND TIOGA COUNTIES, NEW YORK, TO PAY THE COST OF THE PURCHASE OF NEW SCHOOL BUSES FOR SAID SCHOOL DISTRICT. WHEREAS, at the Annual Meeting of the qualified voters of the Vestal Central School District, Broome and Tioga Counties, New York, held on May 20, 2008, a proposition was duly adopted authorizing the Board of Education of said School District to purchase new school buses, for a maximum estimated cost of $651,993, and providing for the levy of a tax therefor to be collected in installments, with obligations of said School District to be issued in anticipation thereof; and WHEREAS, it is now desired to provide for such purchase of new school buses, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the affirmative vote of not less than two-thirds of the total voting strength of the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District, Broome and Tioga Counties, New York, as follows: Section 1. The purchase of new school buses for Vestal Central School District, Broome and Tioga Counties, New York, including incidental equipment and expenses in connection therewith is hereby authorized at a maximum estimated cost of $651,993. Section 2. The plan for the financing of the aforesaid maximum estimated cost shall consist of the issuance of $651,993 bonds of said School District hereby authorized to be issued therefore pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Such bonds are to be payable from amounts which shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property in said School District, and the faith and credit of said Vestal Central School District, Broome and Tioga Counties, New York, are hereby pledged for the payment of said bonds and the interest thereon. Section 3. It is hereby determined that the period of probable usefulness of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is five years, pursuant to subdivision 29 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law. Section 4. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial

#500-08 Bond Resolution-School Buses

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bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the President of the Board of Education, the chief fiscal officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said President of the Board of Education, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 5. All other matters except as provided herein relating to the serial bonds herein authorized including the date, denominations, maturities and interest payment dates, within the limitations prescribed herein and the manner of execution of the same, including the consolidation with other issues, and also the ability to issue serial bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, shall be determined by the President of the Board of Education, the chief fiscal officer of such School District. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law, and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals, in addition to those required by Section 51.00 of the Local Finance Law, as the President of the Board of Education shall determine consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law. On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District approve the recommendation of the School Board Legal Counsel, Administration, Greenwood Corporation, and Bearsch Compeau Knudson, Architects and Engineers PC, for the following contracts, as part of the Vestal Facilities Project:

CONTRACT NO. 1 – FUEL TANK CONSTRUCTION: S & W Services, Inc. Base Bid amount $125,879 Total Contract Award $125,879 CONTRACT NO. 2 – ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION: Spectrum Electrical Services Base Bid amount $ 13,450 Total Contract Award $ 13,450 SUM OF ALL CONTRACTS: $ 139,329

#501-08 Bus Garage Fuel Tank Upgrades-

Capital Project Bid Awards

On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 11 students for a trip to Buffalo, NY to compete in a state track meet on June 12-14, 2008.

#502-08

Field Trip Approval Track and Field Students to

Buffalo


Future meetings are as follows: - Tuesday, June 24, 2008 @ 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting; Board Conference Room – Administration Building - Monday, July 14, 2008 @ 7:00 PM – Reorganization Meeting; Board Conference Room – Administration Building


On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss negotiations, matters of particular personnel, and legal matters.



#506-08 Adjournment



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Tuesday, June 10, 2008


Executive Session commenced at 7:04PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building. Recommendations and annual reviews 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 67 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 13 students. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:08 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk

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PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco-dismissed 8:50pm Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet-dismissed 8:50pm Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey-dismissed 8:50pm David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor

Executive Session commenced at 7:50PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed negotiations, matters of particular personnel, and legal matters. The Board returned to Open Session at 8:55 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 6-10 MIN.doc

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BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, June 24, 2008

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 District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson ABSENT Joan Miller Paul Stroud District Clerk Kay Ellis Michon Stuart Paul Taylor Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara

About 60 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:01PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Conference Room of Administration Building. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.


Allegiance

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations and annual reviews from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education. The Board returned to open session at 7:08PM. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the minutes of June 10, 2008 as written.




Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: Liaisons: Michon reported that the Oneonta school district will be joining the Health Insurance Consortium. Paul Taylor reported on the 17th year of the 2nd grade circus held at Glenwood. Shoba reported the Middle School promotion ceremony was held today and the African Road moving up ceremony for 5th graders was also today. --Reminder that graduation is Sunday at 1pm at Binghamton University Events Center. --Last Saturday several board members and Mark went to Arnold Park to present Brian Higgins with his diploma before leaving to join the Air Force. --Summer workshop date still being determined. --Board self-evaluation was distributed. Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --NYSSBA Convention in October is taking registrations now. Members who want to attend should contact Kathy as soon as possible. --Math textbooks are available for review, to be approved at the 7/14 meeting.

#511-08 Reports

Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: --Senior Prom is 6/26 at the Owego Treadway, with the crowning at midnight. Ben Colas will be the new student government representative for 2008-09.


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The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSStone, Katherine Science Teacher Science 9/1/08


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATEHargrave, Nancy Elementary Teacher Elementary 7/1/08




Herzog, Amanda Elementary Teacher Elementary Perm 9/1/08-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS*Carangelo, Wendy Elementary Pending MS 9/1/08 REINSTATEMENTS FOR 2008-09 Abbey, Sharon Elementary Perm Albee, Mary Jo English Perm Albrecht, Jerry Social Studies Perm Aldrich, Jamie Elementary Initial Ampula, Elizabeth Elementary/Special Education Initial Angevine, Lindsay Elementary Initial Baechtle, Cheryl Elementary Perm Bagonis, Jessica Art Cond Init Bahrenburg, Dorothy Library Perm Bailey, Susan Elementary/Math None Baird, Hugh Driver Education Perm Baker, Sharon Mathematics None Bassin, Dennis Science Perm Bernhardt, Kathleen Elementary Pend Bertoni, Katie Elementary Initial Bianco, Judith Elementary Perm Bilek, Carol Elementary Exprd Boehlert, James Business/Math/Science/Soc St None Bonnell, Andrea Elementary Cond Init Branca, Erin Elementary Cond Init Bundga, Edward Math/Science None Cady, Janet Art/Elem/Engish/Health/H&C/

Phys Ed/Soc St

None

Campbell, Lauren Elementary Init Campbell, Nancy L. German/Spanish/Soc St Perm Carr, Colleen Elementary Perm Chmielenski, Thomas Social Studies Perm Christie, Marilyn Special Education Perm Cihiwsky, Angela English Perm Cihiwsky, Timothy Elementary Perm Cleary, Mary Guidance Perm Coates, Betty Registered Nurse RN Coppola, Jennifer Spanish None

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Corbin, Tina English None Corwin, Margaret Science Perm Costello, Robert Mathematics Perm Crissey, Jenny Art Init Decker, Judith Elementary Perm DeMichele, Eleanore Elem/French/Germ/Span/Russ None DeRisio, Patricia Elementary/Reading Perm Dillon, Joanne Mathematics Perm Eaves-Reilly, Ticia Elementary Pend Economides, Margaret Registered Nurse RN Eggleston, Alice Registered Nurse RN Eisenstadt, Martha Social Studies Perm Ellerson, Jill Elem/Music/Soc St None Erario, Janine Elem/ Special Education Init Evans, Maribeth Registered Nurse RN Fedorchak, Lynn Elementary None Fey, Jesse Social Studies Init Fitzgerald, Ann Music Perm Flagg, Jody Elementary Init Foley, Mary Physical Education Perm Foley, Monica Social Studies Perm Foulk, Joanne Guidance Perm Garrow, Harvey Science Perm George, Amber English None Gerich, Joseph Elementary/Social Studies Perm Gofran, Sandra Elementary Perm Golebiewski, Helen Registered Nurse RN Goodrich, Richard Mathematics None Greenburg, Michael English Perm Guilfoyle, Roseanne Mathematics Perm Gustafson, Amy Elementary Init Haddad, Penny Art Perm Hallock, Janice Reading Perm Hammer, L. Karen Bus/Chem/Gen Science/Math Perm Hammersley, Diane Elementary Pend Hampson, Phyllis Elementary Perm Hanford, Christopher Mathematics Init Hanna, Tracy Elementary Init Harder, Joseph Physical Education Prov Harkavy, Mitchell English/Math/Soc St Perm Hawkins, Craig Music Perm Heller, Phyllis Elementary Perm Highfield, Jay Social Studies Exprd Hill, Alicia English/ESL Pend Hoff, Andrew Elementary Init Hoffman, Janet Elementary/Special Education Perm Holder, Kathleen Elementary Perm Holleran, Cristen Elementary Pend Honsinger, Drew Social Studies Init Iacovazzi, Dominick Driver Education Perm Jensen, Mary Kay Art/Elem/Health/PE/Spec Ed Perm Jensen-Duseau, Janice Elementary Perm Johnson, Suzanne Social Studies Perm Johnson, Teri Mathematics Perm Jones, Gail Music Perm Joslin, Jessica Elementary Perm Kamodia, Varsha Bus/Elem/Math/Science None Kavulich, Linda Social Studies Exprd Keech, Tara Elementary Init

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Kellogg, Rachel Elementary Init Kinne, James Elementary Perm Klapprodt, Rhea Elementary Perm Korba, Nancy English Init Kovac, Gail Elementary Perm Krajnyak, Robert Mathematics/Science None Krawczyk, Delores English Perm Krohn, Moya English Perm Kuzawinski, Linda Mathematics Perm Kuzma, Anne Marie Elementary Perm Lamphere, Joyce School Nurse Teacher/Health Perm Langton, Nichole Elementary/Reading Perm Larson, Julie Mathematics Perm Lavelle, Christine Social Studies Pend Lawrence, Sara Elementary Init Leahy, Kathleen Elementary/Reading Perm Leighton, Patricia Elementary Perm Leri, Susan Elementary Exprd Lopez, Kacy Elementary Init Lucas, Emily Elementary Pend Mack, Lisa Elementary Init MacQuarrie, Barbara Elementary None Malikow, Rachel English None Mandeville, Laurie Elementary Perm Mangiarancina, Anita Art/Eng/ESL/Music Soc St Exprd Marchuska, Sylvia Elementary Perm Maskell, Elizabeth Elementary Cond Init Mauer, Theresa Business Init McCannelley-Smith, Renee’

Elementary/Special Education

Cond Init

McCoy, Debra Elementary Perm McPhail Morgan, Barbara

Elementary

None

Meckley, James Music Perm Meeker, Mary Science None Merlino, Matthew English Init Middendorf, Lauren Elementary Prov Middleton, Jan Elementary Cond Init Milkovich, Cynthia Science Perm Monaghan, James Guidance/Eng/Sci/SS/Math Perm Mullally, Mary Elem/Engish/Phys Ed Prov Murphy, Jesse Physical Education Init O’Connor, Patricia Elem/Phys Ed/Special Educ Perm O’Donnell, Colette Chemistry Exprd O’Loughlin, Valerie Elementary Init Onofre, Stacy Elementary Prov Oryhon, Myron Elem/English/Phys Ed/Soc St None Osborne, Donna Elementary Perm Osterhout-Babicek, Heather

Elem/English/Math/Science/ Soc St/Tasst

None

Packer, Marilyn Mathematics Perm Parker, Judith Elementary/Library None Pawol, Jennifer Art Init Perry, Christopher English Prov Place, Charles Soc St/Guidance Perm Place, Mary Elementary Perm Planck, Maria French/German/Spanish Perm Pollard, Gordon Physical Education Perm Potter, Carolyn Elementary Perm

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Prutisto, Mark Physical Education Exprd Putney, Pauline Elementary Perm Redolphy, Lenore Elementary Perm Rees, Arland Driver Education Perm Reilly, Madelyn Elementary/Music Perm Reynolds, Doreen Elementary None Reynolds-Williams, Wendy

English/Spanish

Perm

Robinson, Joseph Elementary Prov Root, Richard Elementary Init Rozek, Sandra Speech Perm Rynick Carleen Registered Nurse RN Scales, Catherine Elementary Init Scanlon, Kathleen Elementary Init Schmidt, Linda Elementary Perm Schneider, Andrea Physics Init Sciamanna, Margaret Elem/Library/Reading Perm Sculley, Siobhan Music Pend Semonco, Elizabeth English Perm Serfass, Sherily Elementary Perm Sherman, Alicia Social Studies Exprd Showalter, Christine Science Perm Siergers, Esther Elementary Perm Silverstein, David English Perm Simons, Lynne Health/Math/Sci/Soc St Cond Tcrh Asst Slottje, Sharon Physical Education Perm Sorrentino, Samantha Elementary Init Sostowski, Anne Registered Nurse RN Spearman, Rawn Jr Math/Science None Sprague, Eloise Elementary Perm Strauss, Linda Registered Nurse RN Strawn, Catherine Elementary Perm Surowitz, Bonita Elementary Perm Tarricone, Suzanne Guidance/Reading/Speech Perm Tessenholtz, Melissa Elementary Init Thamasett, Barbara School Nurse Teacher Perm Thayne, Halina Elementary Perm Thomas, Susan Physical Education Init Thorp, Roger Science Perm Tidick, Michele Physical Education Perm Tigue, Doris Registered Nurse RN Titus, Sandra Elementary Perm Tostanoski, Suzanne Elementary Perm Truesdell, Ann Elementary Perm VanNostrand, Ann Marie

Spanish/Elementary

Prov

Vitale, Judith Elementary Perm Voorhis, W. Randolph Social Studies None Wager, Jeanne Registered Nurse RN Welker, Jennifer Elementary None Whipple, Diane Business Perm Wilks, Kathie Science Init Williams, Emily Elementary Exprd Yanowiak, Jennifer Elementary Init Zelter, Barbara Special Education Perm Zetzsche, Robert Social Studies Init *pending fingerprint clearance

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NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSCarangelo, Wendy Elementary Pending MS 9/1/08


Attached, please find page 5 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2008-09 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: June 24, 2008

ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2008-09 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVEDDEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSONS – LEVEL I Art K-12 TBD 4/18/08 Restuccia, Melissa 6/24/08Guidance K-12 TBD 4/18/08 Lowenstein, Sarah 6/24/08Music K-12 TBD 4/18/08 Crowle, Stephen 6/24/08Library K-12 TBD 4/18/08 Mattern, Carolyn 6/24/08


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (OTHER): NAME AREA OF SERVICE LEVEL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSRattmann, Karen Administrative District Wide 7/1/08-6/30/09 Per diem work district wide


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCES: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REASONPeters, Corey Elementary Teacher Elementary 9/1/08-6/30/09 Family responsibilities

SCHEDULE IP 8CHANGES IN STATUS: INSTRUCTIONAL

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CHANGE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSCapobianco, Mark Superintendent of

Schools NA $4,756 salary

adjustment 7/1/08 In accordance with

instructions from the Board of Education

Knapp, Kathryn Coordinator of Instruction

Coordinator $4,845 salary adjustment

7/1/08 Position change from Principal to Coordinator

Olivet, Keith Deputy Superintendent

Asst Superintendent $4,073 salary adjustment

7/1/08 In accordance with instructions from the Board of Education

SCHEDULE NIP 1

RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSHunt, Shirley Bus Driver Transportation 7/1/08 Relocation


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS*Lavo, Justin Custodian PT/S 6/25/08 *Rapczynski, Susan Typist PT/S 9/1/08 *pending fingerprint clearance

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TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKSLavo, Justin Custodian PT/S 6/25/08 Rapczynski, Susan Typist PT/S 9/1/08


The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASONFrisbie, Dale Bus Attendant (Driver

in Training) Transportation Bus Driver 6/10/08

McConnell, Debbie Bus Attendant (Driver in Training)

Transportation Bus Driver PT/S 6/13/08

Pullano, Ellen Bus Attendant (Driver in Training)

Transportation Bus Driver PT/S 6/10/08

The following have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Rafferty, Cameron Automotive Mechanic Transportation 7/11/08

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education President or Vice-President be authorized to enter into a renewal agreement with SIEBA, Ltd. for the administration of the Flexible Benefits Plan, beginning October 1, 2008 through September 30, 2009; and also RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into an renewal agreement with SIEBA, Ltd. for the administration of the Dental Plan for the Vestal Teachers’ Association beginning July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009; and also RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into an renewal agreement with SIEBA, Ltd. for the administration of the Dental Plan for all other covered Vestal employees beginning July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009. Michon Stuart abstained.

#513-08 Agreements with SIEBA, LTD

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 7 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 IV.

#514-08 Supplemental Purchase IV of

BOCES Services

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Chief School Officer that Doris Ainslie, a member of the Vestal Central School District teaching staff and a candidate for a School Administrator and Supervisor Certificate at the State University of New York at Cortland, be and is hereby granted an administrative internship at Vestal Senior High School, commencing September 1, 2008 and concluding May 2009. The internship is to be supervised by Mary Surdey, Jane Hashey, and a supervisor from Cortland College.

#515-08 Appointment of Administrative

Intern

On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby accepts the total amount of $1,400.29 for the funding of grants for the 2007-08 school year from the Vestal School Foundation.

#516-08 Acceptance of Grant

Funds

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education adopt the District Academic Intervention Services Plan

#517-08 Adoption of Academic Intervention

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(2008-2010), in accordance with the Commissioner’s Regulations. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 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 Union-Endicott Central School District to provide Health and Welfare Services to approximately 62 students attending non-public schools residing in the Vestal Central School District during the 2007-08 school year, at a cost of $230.01 per student.

#518-08 Health and Welfare Charges:

Union-Endicott Central School District

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 7 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 Children’s Home of Wyoming Conference to provide educational services for handicapped students attending the Day Treatment Program.

#519-08 Contract with Children’s Home of

Wyoming Conference

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 7 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 for $161.84 The Partners Vestal Central Hall of Fame Dinner School District


On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order MC-05 for James L. Lewis to furnish labor, material, and equipment to modify and install duct work to fit into existing above-ceiling space and change fire dampers as required at the Senior High School for the following total amount: MC-05: $3,516.00

#521-08 Change Order MC-05; Senior High

School Project

On motion by Michon Stuart, 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-04 for Matco Electric Corporation to furnish labor, material, and equipment to troubleshoot and reinstall part of the defective existing transformer and remove temporary cords and install permanent wiring to convenience receptacles in the temporary guidance offices at the Senior High School for the following total amount: EC-04: $2,808.00

#522-08 Change Order EC-04; Senior High

School Project

On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order PC-02 for James L. Lewis to furnish labor, material, and equipment to install a separate grease trap line to allow for overhead clearance in receiving corridor and to provide a credit for two backflow preventors at the Senior High School for the following total amount: PC-02: $1,506.00

#523-08 Change Order PC-02; Senior

High School Project

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-04 for Fahs Construction Group to furnish labor, material, and equipment for the structural fill for the foundation backfill and to provide a credit to reduce the number of lockers being installed at the Senior High School for the following amount: GC-04: $12,912.00

#524-08 Change Order GC-04; Senior High

School Project

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-05 for Fahs Construction Group

#525-08 Change Order GC-05; Senior High

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to furnish labor and equipment for additional structural fill for the foundation backfill, to provide a credit to delete the Vestal High School sign in the parking lot island, and to provide a credit to delete shades in Rooms A16, A16-2, 105, 160-99, 176-1, 262-99, and Stair M at the Senior High School for the following total amount: GC-05: $4,339.00

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign the lease agreement for one classroom at Tioga Hills Elementary School and three classrooms at the Central Junior High (Vestal Learning Center) with the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) for special education for a one year period beginning September 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009, at a cost of $44,000.

#526-08 Lease of Tioga Hills Elementary School and Central Junior High

On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign the lease agreement for one distance learning classroom with the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) for the operation of a distance learning program for a one year period beginning September 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009 at a total cost of $5,000.

#527-08 Lease of Vestal High School-

Distance Learning

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign a Consent permitting Weight Watchers North America, Inc. to take over the rights and responsibilities of current tenant, Dieters of the Southern Tier, Inc., in connection with a lease of one room at the former Central Junior High School, said lease expiring September 30,2008.

#528-08 Assignment and

Assumption of Lease with Dieters of the

Southern Tier, Inc. by Weight Watchers North America

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to enter into an agreement with the Handicapped Children’s Association of Southern New York, Inc. for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Services at a cost of $108.00 per half hour, beginning July 1, 2008.

#529-08 Contract with

Handicapped Children’s Association of

Southern New York, Inc.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to students for a trip to Canandaigua, NY to participate in Yearbook Camp on June 30 through July 2, 2008.

#530-08 Senior High

Students to Yearbook Camp

Judy Cacialli, 1301 Valley Road, Vestal, addressed the board regarding the paraprofessional contract. #531-08 Voice of the Public

Roy Herford, Steve Thesier and Garri Webb reviewed the upcoming summer construction schedule. Information regarding room numbering at the senior high was discussed.


Future meetings are as follows: Monday, July 14, 2008 @ 7:00 PM: Reorganization Meeting; Board Conference Room, Administration Building On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss negotiations and matters of particular personnel.



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

#534-08 Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 10:01 PM. ________________________ Kay E. Ellis, District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 6-24 MIN.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 ABSENT District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart CSE Chairperson Anne Tristan Paul Taylor Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 7:02 PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building. Recommendations and annual reviews 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 Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 68 students. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 17 students. The Board returned to Open Session at 7:07 PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 6-24 MIN1.doc




PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco –dismissed 9:40pmPhyllis Wiley-Vice President ABSENT Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet –dismissed 9:40pm Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey –dismissed 9:40pm David Hanson ABSENT School District Attorney Michael Sherwood – dismissed 9:40pm Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor

Executive Session commenced at 8:40 PM in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed negotiations and matters of particular personnel. The Board returned to Open Session at 10:01PM. __________________________________ Kay Ellis District Clerk E:\Board\Minutes\2008 6-24 MIN2.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 ABSENT Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet

Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey

Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood

David Hanson ABSENT District Clerk Kay Ellis

Paul Stroud

Michon Stuart CSE Chairperson Anne Tristan

Paul Taylor

Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 7:02 PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building.

Recommendations and annual reviews 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 Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept the

recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 68 students.

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept the

recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 17 students.

The Board returned to Open Session at 7:07 PM.

__________________________________

Kay Ellis

District Clerk

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