Half Hollow Hills Central School District
of Huntington and Babylon
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
High School East – 8:00 p.m.
September 18, 2017
A G E N D A
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. MINUTES 3. CORRESPONDENCE 4. BOARD COMMITTEES 5. PENDING OR UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6. COMMENTS FROM VISITORS 7. ACTION ITEMS FROM ADMINISTRATION
A. District-wide Administration Requests for Action
a) Certification of Lead Evaluators
With the implementation and subsequent amendment of Education Law §3012‐c and §3012‐d, there is required training for District Administrators. The Assistant Superintendent for District‐wide Administration is the lead evaluator for the District and receives professional development through the New York State Education Department in order to maintain his expertise in this area. The Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent for District‐wide Administration ensure that all staff that are required to evaluate teachers and/or principals are provided appropriate and sufficient training in assessment and evaluation, in accordance with state law and regulation and the Half Hollow Hills Central School District’s annual professional performance review plan. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following individuals are hereby certified as a Qualified Lead Evaluator of Principals having successfully completed the training requirements:
Dr. Patrick Harrigan, Superintendent
Dr. Jeffery Woodberry, Assistant Superintendent for District‐wide Administration Mrs. Mary Rettaliata, Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education Mr. John O’Farrell, Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education
Presentation:
Student Recognition
2018 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
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BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following individuals are hereby certified as a Qualified Lead Evaluator of Teachers having successfully completed the training requirements in accordance with state law and regulation and the Half Hollow Hills Central School District’s annual professional performance review plan.
Dr. Patrick Harrigan Sheri Keller Steven Hauk
John O'Farrell Michael Abrescia Allison Beyersdorf
Mary Rettaliata Valerie Geiler Lori Campbell
Dr. Jeffery Woodberry Erin Papadopulos Brett Kindelmann
Wayne Ebanks Eric Seely Christina Psihogios
Naimah Trotter Karen Littell Deborah Kolodny
Jolynn Sapia Kendra Cooper Mary Lippert
Ian Dunst Martin Boettcher Maryann Fasciana
Patrick Murphy Jr. Dr. Milton Strong Dr. Michael Catapano
Christian Fogarazzo Ken Ricken Moira Haltigan
Lorraine Lupinskie Dr. Stacey Gillespie Matthew Mayo
Love Foy Dr. Darlene Lilla Daniel Helmes
Lisa De Rienzo Paul Perskin Matina Pappalardo
Michelle Melfi Patrick Rendon Debra Ferry
Allison Strand Pamela Higgins
B. Additional Compensation (see attachments)
a. Athletics-Fall Coaching Staff Revised (a1-a2) b. Curriculum Writing (c1-c2) c. HHH Online Credit Recovery d. PDP e. Regents Review Sessions (f1-f2) f. Summer Weight Training
C. Certificated Employees
a) Retirement Administrative None Certificated Personnel
None
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b) Resignations Administrative None Certificated Personnel
1 May Wohlafka Sub Teacher/District‐wide effective end of day 09/01/2017 2. Stacy Fishlow Sub Teacher/District‐wide effective end of day 09/01/2017
c) Termination Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
d) FMLA Administrative/FMLA None Certificated Personnel/FMLA
1. Ashley Bevilacqua Math/HSE revised 05/23/2017‐10/20/2017 2. Nicole Cancel Special Education/Sunquam 01/02/2018‐03/28/2018 3. Christina Casali Science/HSW 09/25/2017‐12/15/2017
e) Leave of Absence
Administrative/Leave of Absence None
Certificated Personnel/Leave of Absence 1. Christina Casali Science/HSW/LOA 12/18/2017‐01/26/2018
f) Employees Returning to Regular Status
Administrative None
Certificated Personnel None
g) Appointments/Probationary In order to be granted tenure, a classroom teacher or building principal must have received composite or overall APPR ratings of either "effective" or "highly effective" in at least three of the four preceding years. Additionally, a classroom teacher or building principal who receives an "ineffective" composite or overall APPR rating in the final probationary year shall not be eligible for tenure at that time. Administrative None Certificated Personnel
1. Evan Klishewich Special Education/West Hollow Step 1D 09/13/2017‐09/12/2021
h) Appointments/Leave of Absence Replacements Administrative None Certificated Personnel
None
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i) Appointments/Part‐time/Term Administrative None Certificated Personnel
1. Chrysa Mary Karagiannis English/0.5 Term/0.3 HSE/0.2 HSW Step 1D 09/01/2017‐06/30/2018 2. Daniel Ryu Physical Ed./0.1 Candlewood/(Period 7 – A days)/Term Step 1A 09/06/2017‐06/30/2018 3. Jonathan Pinola Physical Ed./0.2 Term/ 0.1 SH/0.1 Vanderbilt Step 1A 10/02/2017‐06/30/2018
j) Changes
Administrative None
Certificated Personnel 1. Kasey Kruk (A. Bevilacqua) Math/HSE 1/200th of Step 1A 09/01/2017‐10/27/2017 – Declined Position Perm Building Sub/HSE 10/30/2017‐06/22/2018 2. Michael Ceccoli (M. Mott) Special Ed./CW 1/200th of Step 1A 09/01/2017‐11/22/2017 – Declined Position Per Diem Sub/District‐wide effective 09/01/2017
k) Substitutes Administrative None Certificated Personnel
1. Chrysa Mary Karagiannis 0.5 Perm Building Sub/HSW effective 09/01/2017 2. April Yeoman Perm Building Sub/West Hollow effective 09/01/2017 3. Susan Lederman(Hart) Per Diem Sub/FACS/District‐wide effective 09/18/2017 4. Donna Miceli Per Diem Sub/Librarian/District‐wide effective 09/01/2017 5. Elizabeth Koval Perm Building Sub/HSE 09/18/2017 – 12/18/2017 6. Jonathan Pinola 0.8 Perm Building Sub/HSE effective 10/02/2017
l) Substitutes for FMLA/Long Term Subs
Administrative None Certificated Personnel
1. Carlene Foy (J. Santomassimo) Elementary/PAU 1/200th of Step 1A 09/01/2017‐01/26/2018 2. Michelle Blumenthal (M. Mott) Special Ed./CW 1/200th of Step 1A 09/01/2017‐11/22/2017 3. Joseph Del Giudice (B. Strack) Math/HSE 1/200th of Step 1A 09/25/2017‐10/06/2017 4. Stephanie Dunaieff (A. Bevilacqua)Math/HSE 1/200th of Step 1A 09/01/2017‐10/20/2017 5. Michael Fischer (M. Doumas) Special Ed./HSW 1/200th of Step 1A 09/01/2017‐01/26/2018 6. Jonathan Pinola (E. Micalizzi) Physical Ed./Signal Hill 1/200th of Step 1A 09/05/2017‐09/29/2017
m) Appointment/Provisional
Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
n) Appointment/Permanent Administrative None
Certificated Personnel None
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o) Appointment/Recall Administrative None
Certificated Personnel
None
D. Non-Certificated Employees a) Retirement
Non‐Certificated Personnel 1. Carlos H. Jimenez Sr. Custodian/HSE effective end of day 11/30/2017 2. James Campbell Bus Driver/Transportation effective end of day 09/30/2017
b) Resignations Non‐Certificated Personnel
1. Antoinette Arsenicos Paraprofessional/Paumanok effective end of day 09/06/2017 2. Carissa Scarfi Special Ed. Para/Otsego effective end of day 09/08/2017 3. Jacquelyn Rueda Special Ed. Para/Signal Hill effective end of day 09/01/2017 4. Kristen Hirsch Paraprofessional/Otsego effective end of day 06/23/2017 5. Patricia Scaringi Paraprofessional/Otsego effective end of day 06/23/2017 6. Malcom Penny‐Kosser Paraprofessional/Sunquam effective end of day 06/23/2017 7. Nelson Sanchez‐Alvarez Paraprofessional/Sunquam effective end of day 06/23/2017 8. Patricia Pernice Paraprofessional/Vanderbilt effective end of day 06/23/2017 9. Malgorzata Seroczynska Paraprofessional/West Hollow effective end of day 06/23/2017 10. Filomena Crabtree Paraprofessional/HSW effective end of day 06/23/2017 11. Stephanie Miccio Paraprofessional/HSW effective end of day 06/23/2017 12. Christopher Ray Sub Custodian/District‐wide effective end of day 09/08/2017 13. Anne Votta Paraprofessional/Health Office/HSW effective end of day 09/22/2017
c) Termination
Non‐Certificated Personnel None
d) Leaves of Absence/FMLA Non‐Certificated Personnel/FMLA
1. Mojgan Mobasheri Paraprofessional/HSW 09/18/2017‐12/08/2017 Non‐Certificated Personnel/LOA
1. Patricia Johntry Monitor/Signal Hill 09/01/2017‐TBD
e) Employees Returning to Regular Status Non‐Certificated Personnel None
f) Appointments/Probationary Non‐Certificated Personnel
None g) Appointments/Leave of Absence Replacements
Non‐Certificated Personnel None
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h) Appointments/Part‐time/Term Non‐Certificated Personnel None
i) Changes Non‐Certificated Personnel
None
j) Substitutes Non‐Certificated Personnel
1. Antoinette Arsenicos Sub Para/District‐wide $14.46 effective 09/07/2017 2. Steven Gismondi Sub Para/Monitor/District‐wide $14.46 effective
09/18/2017 3. Christopher Ray Sub Custodian/District‐wide $15.00 effective
08/29/2017 4. Mirta Gill Sub Para/District‐wide $14.46 effective
09/18/2017
k) Appointment/Provisional Non‐Certificated Personnel None
l) Appointment/Permanent Non‐Certificated Personnel
None
m) Appointment/Reinstatement Non‐Certificated Personnel None
n) Appointments – Monitors/Paraprofessionals, etc. Non‐Certificated Personnel
1. Frank Siso S/C PM Lead Guard/HSE $19.00 effective 09/05/2017 2. Sherwayne Charles Guard/District‐wide $16.50 effective 09/05/2017 3. Carol Froehlich Guard/District‐wide $16.50 effective 09/05/2017 4. Mark Schenck Guard/District‐wide $16.50 effective 09/05/2017 5. Michael P. Boroughs Guard/District‐wide $16.50 effective` 09/12/2017 6. Julia Dimaria Soccer Coach/West Hollow $5,501.effective
09/05/2017 7. Katie DiGennaro Special Ed. Para/Paumanok $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 8. Kathleen LaLuna Special Ed. Para/HSE $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 9. Alexander Aurrichio Special Ed. Para/HSW $15.65 effective 09/07/2017 10. Lauren Guillem Special Ed. Para/Vanderbilt $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 11. Cristina Lautenschlager S/C Special Ed. Para/Paumanok revised $15.35 effective 09/01/2017 12. Alvin White Monitor/HSE $13.46 effective 09/01/2017 13. Ariana Bova Special Ed. Para/Sunquam $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 14. Faiza Ali Special Ed. Para/Vanderbilt $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 15. Mary Resnick Special Ed. Para/HSE $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 16. Andrew Kiernan Computer Para/Otsego $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 17. Agnes Gary Special Ed. Para/HSE $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 18. Tamy Martin Special Ed. Para/HSW $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 19. Kylie Ceraolo Special Ed. Para/HSW $15.35 effective 09/01/2017 20. Leah Gruber Special Ed. Para/Signal Hill $14.46 effective 09/01/2017
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21. Stacy Fishlow S/C Special Ed. Para/HSW revised $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 22. Nicholas Carter Special Ed. Para/HSE $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 23. Michelle Klein Special Ed. Para/Otsego $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 24. Amy Kaplan Para/Makerspace/HSE $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 25. Leidy Munoz Monitor/Signal Hill $13.46 effective 09/01/2017 26. Sasha Chambers Monitor/Paumanok $13.46 effective 09/01/2017 27. Samantha DeSanti Intermediate Swim Instructor/Pool $17.00 effective 09/08/2017 28. Jake Zacharakis Lifeguard/Pool $10.50 effective 09/08/2017 29. Jordan Miller Assistant Swim Instructor/Pool $14.50 effective 09/13/2017 30. Jordan Miller Lifeguard/Pool $10.50 effective 09/13/2017 31. Michael Maurer Junior Swim Instructor/Pool $11.00 effective 09/13/2017 32. Michael Maurer Lifeguard/Pool $10.50 effective 09/13/2017 33. Isabel Dholakia Lifeguard/Pool $10.50 effective 09/13/2017 34. Avery Cohen S/C Special Ed. Para/HSE revised $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 35. Caitlyn Foglietta Para/Guidance/HSW $14.46 effective 09/18/2017 36. Jennifer Giardina Special Ed. Para/Vanderbilt $14.46 effective 09/18/2017 37. Alyson Gaspin Special Ed. Para/Vanderbilt $14.46 effective 09/18/2017 38. Jacquelyn Bauer Special Ed.Para/Otsego $14.46 effective 09/18/2017 39. Alexander McLean Special Ed. Para/West Hollow $15.65 effective 09/18/2017 40. Robert Harris Special Ed. Para/HSE $15.35 effective 09/18/2017 41. Francine Morris Special Ed. Para/HSE $15.65 effective 09/18/2017 42. Katherine O’Boyle Special Ed. Para/Vanderbilt $14.46 effective 09/18/2017
B. Finance and Facilities Report
a) Budget Transfer Requests b) Disposition of Obsolete Items c) Donation for the Natatorium d) Donation of Checker/Chess Board and Two Benches from Eagle Scout e) IDEA Sub-Allocation Contracts f) New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal Reimbursement Checks g) Participation in Nassau BOCES Cooperative Bid
C. Elementary Education Report a) CPSE Recommendations
b) Appointment of General Education Teachers to the CSE for 2017-2018
D. Secondary Education Report a) CSE Recommendations b) Consultant Contract:
Great Neck Public Schools MKSA, LLC (formerly Marion K. Salomon and Associates)
E. Board of Education Policies
a) The following policies will be abolished:
Policy 2430 Co-Curricular Activities (Replaced by 5210) Policy 2430.1 Extra-classroom Activities Funds (Replaced by 5252) Policy 3150 Staff Infractions Policy 3160 Physical Examinations – Professional Staff Policy 3411 Professional Staff Salary Schedules Policy 4160 Physical Examinations – Classified Staff Policy 5120 Assignment Within District Policy 6141 Senior Citizens Exemption Policy 6213 Budget Hearing Policy 6225 Revenue
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Policy 7433 Toxic Substances Policy 7513 Traffic and Parking Controls Policy 7720 Enrollment Projections Policy 7920 Site Acquisition Policy 8210 School Year Policy 8432 Reporting of Hazards Policy 8434 Accident Reports Policy 8650 Student Transportation in Private Vehicles Policy 8750 Mail and Delivery Services (Replaced by 1120) Policy 9150 School Visitors Policy 9160 Senior Citizen Benefits
b) The following Policies will be renumbered:
Policy 5425 Use of Automated External Defibrillators (Formerly No. 8425) Policy 4720Assessment Program (Formerly No. 2622 Testing Program) Policy 0310 Board Self-Evaluation (Formerly Bylaw 0200) Policy 2100.1 Identification (Formerly Bylaw 0110) Policy 6418 Financial Software Policy (Formerly Policy 6512) Exhibit 6418-E Financial Software Policy (Formerly Exhibit 6512-E) Policy 6280 Salary Deductions (Formerly Policy 6520) Policy 6500 Handling of Monies (Formerly Policy 6516 Bonded Employees and Officers) Policy 6245 Fund Balance Classifications (Formerly Policy 6224) Policy 5153 School Attendance Area (Formerly Policy 8110) Policy 4110 School Calendar (Formerly Policy 8200) Policy 1228 Fundraising by Special Interest Groups (Formerly Policy 9711) Policy 1145 Distribution of Materials via Pupils (Formerly Policy 9712) Policy 8120 Accident Prevention and Safety Procedures (Formerly Policy 7431) Policy 8420 Private Vehicles on School Grounds (Formerly Policy 7512) Policy 8421 District Owned Vehicles (Formerly Policy 7522 School Owned Vehicles) Policy 7200 Financing Facilities Development (Formerly Policy 7800) Policy 9599 Staff Dress and Grooming (Formerly Policy 3216) Policy 1308 Outside Activities of Professional Employees (Formerly Policy 3230) Policy 9619 Liability of Staff for Pupil Welfare (Formerly Policy 3280) Policy 9600 Conduct of Staff on District Property (Formerly Policy 3311) Policy 9601 Conduct of Classified Employees on District Property (Formerly Policy 4150) Policy 1309 Outside Activities of Classified Employees (Formerly Policy 4230)
c) The following Policies will be amended:
Policy 1050 Annual District Election and Budget Vote Policy 1120 School Records Policy 1530 Smoking and Other Tobacco Use on School Premises Policy 2120 School Board Elections Policy 2120.1 Candidate Procedures Policy 2120.2 Voting Procedures Policy 2150 Filling Board Vacancies Regulation 4526.1-R Internet Safety Regulation Policy 5460 Child Abuse, Maltreatment or Neglect in a Domestic Setting Regulation 5460-R Child Abuse, Maltreatment or Neglect in a Domestic Setting Regulation Policy 6110 Budget Planning Regulation 6110-R Budget Planning Regulation Policy 7810 Closing or Acquiring Facilities (Formerly Closing of Facilities) Policy 8700 Insurance
8. REQUESTS FROM THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
9. BOARD COUNSEL
Agenda - Board of Education Meeting – September 18, 2017 10. INFORMATION ITEMS
a) Monthly Budget Transfers Information Report b) Appropriation Status Reports c) Revenue Status Report d) Claims Audit Reports e) Financial f) Enrollment Report
11. NEW BUSINESS a) Stipulation of Settlement (Student ID#900003727) b) Stipulation of Settlement (Student ID#900006096) c) Impartial Hearing Officer
12. COMMENTS FROM VISITORS 13. ADJOURNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT MEETING – Regular Meeting
Monday, October 23, 2017 – 8:00 p.m. High School West
Generated on: 9/18/2017 Effective Date: 9/18/2017
Enrollment Summary Grades
Elementary School K 1 2 3 4 5 Total
Otsego 84 84 97 87 99 117 568
Paumanok 92 91 73 88 114 100 558
Signal Hill 81 118 91 112 129 133 664
Sunquam 69 103 96 95 91 124 578
Vanderbilt 111 97 119 103 139 110 679
Total 437 493 476 485 572 584 3,047
Demographer Projection* 415 457 458 526 564 559 2,979
Enrollment Summary Grades
Middle School 6 7 8 Total
Candlewood 241 277 263 781
West Hollow 349 360 448 1,157
Total 590 637 711 1,938
Demographer Projection* 613 687 786 2,086
Enrollment Summary Grades
High School 9 10 11 12 Total
HS East 454 377 420 490 1,741
HS West 335 309 313 382 1,339
Total 789 686 733 872 3,080
Demographer Projection* 672 716 843 852 3,083
Sub-total K-12 Enrollment (Regular Education,Resource Room, ICT, Self-Contained, and IPC Students) 8,065
Total K-12 Enrollment # of Students
Elementary Kindergarten 437
Elementary Gr. 1 - 5 2,610
Middle School Gr. 6 - 8 1,938
High School Gr. 9 - 12 3,080
BOCES** 50
Out of District Sp Ed Placements** 30
Total K-12 Enrollment (All Reg. Ed. and Sp. Ed.) 8,145
UPK 173
*As per the February 2016 Demographic Study prepared by Applied Data Services. In District Special Education students are included in enrollments.
**Data currently in IEP Direct
BOARD OF EDUCATION HALF HOLLOW HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 18, 2017
APPROVED AS WRITTEN – OCTOBER 23, 2017 – OFFICIAL COPY MEMBERS PRESENT: Eric Geringswald, President Betty DeSabato, Vice President Diana Acampora Stephanie Gurin David Kaston (arrived at 7:08 p.m.) Adam Kleinberg Michael Prywes MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Patrick Harrigan, Superintendent Anne Marie Marrone Caliendo, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Facilities John O’Farrell, Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education Mary Rettaliata, Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education Dr. Jeffery Woodberry, Assistant Superintendent for District-wide Administration Jack Feldman, Esq., Board Counsel Rosanne Marini, District Clerk CALL TO ORDER: The meeting, held at High School East, was called to order by Mr. Geringswald at 7:02 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION: A Motion was made by Ms. Gurin, seconded by Mr. Kleinberg, and carried (6-0) to convene into Executive Session at 7:02 p.m. in order to discuss
the employment history of particular persons, the potential lease of a district facility and litigation involving a former employee. Mr. Kaston was not present.
OPEN SESSION: The meeting convened into Open Session at 8:02 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mr. Geringswald commenced the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. The Board of Education and Administration introduced themselves to the
audience. Dr. Harrigan welcomed the Half Hollow Hills community to the 2017-
2018 school year. On September 1st, he had the privilege of welcoming back our faculty and staff; and on September 5th we together welcomed
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8,000 students who walked through the doors of our nine schools. Our students are already excelling in Academics, Athletics and the Arts.
Dr. Harrigan said he is proud of our faculty and proud of our start to the new school year. There are many moving parts to 8,000 students entering our schools and we have committed our hard work towards both excellence and equity for a diverse group of students geared to high standards throughout the school district.
Dr. Harrigan is pleased to introduce the new Principal of High School
East, Dr. Milton Strong. Dr. Strong is not new to the District and not new to High School East since he once roamed these halls as a student!
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE: Dr. Milton Strong, Principal of High School East, welcomed everyone to
High School East for this evening’s Board Meeting which they are happy to host. The 2017-2018 school year has had an exciting beginning. Our students have been great, and our faculty and staff are well prepared for the classroom. Dr. Strong expressed his gratitude and thanks to his Administrative Team who he will introduce shortly. Dr. Strong also thanked PTSA President, Karen Petruzzelli, and Members of the Executive Board who have been supportive of all of our efforts.
Dr. Strong shared some projects they have been working on over the summer. They have enhanced the learning environments throughout the school, as well as the building itself. Since the High School East Auditorium is a hallmark auditorium, they have painted and added eight murals that exhibit artwork that you would find on Broadway. High School East is proud to welcome the United States Marine Band to play in the auditorium in October. The District’s Building and Grounds Department has done a phenomenal job and has worked with the PTSA to improve the landscaping. Dr. Strong also recognized the District’s Custodial Crews, Carpenters and Electricians who have worked throughout the summer improving our building. We are enhancing our MakerSpace to provide students with unlimited resources to expand their creativity. Dr. Strong explained we are expanding our Broadcasting Studio and he proudly presented a video of drone footage of the beautiful building and grounds of High School East.
Mr. Brett Kindelmann, Assistant Principal of High School East, took over
the responsibility of the Master Schedule this summer and spoke about some of our new programs and courses. He highlighted Project Lead the Way.
Mr. Paul Perskin, Assistant Principal of High School East, recognized the
amazing start to our Fall Sports Program and highlighted the standings of our sports teams. The New York State Public High School Athletic
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Association chose a student at High School East to represent Section XI (Suffolk County) on the Student Athletic Advisory Committee.
Mr. Perskin recognized High School East Junior Matthew Weltmann for receiving this prestigious honor. Mr. Perskin also recognized High School East students Alyssa DeVilla (11th Grade) and Elijah Morrison (12th Grade) who were honored at the 23rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration for their contributions to becoming active citizens in the community, achieving high academic accolades, and promoting positive school culture.
Ms. Naimah Trotter, Assistant Principal of High School East, said that
while we have many clubs at High School East, she would like to share one of their newest clubs. As technology grows rapidly, we have been exploring coding in computer science. The XX Coding Club advocates for educating young women on the wonders of computer science. XX Coders hopes to close the gap between men and women in the computer science field. Ms. Trotter recognized the founder of the XX Coding Club, Aditi A. Patil.
Mr. Patrick Rendon, Assistant Principal of High School East, introduced
three students who recently received honors from the Long Island Arts Alliance. Casey Goldstein (Media Arts), Marley Jacobson (Music), and Aiden Mallon (Theater).
Dr. Strong, along with Dr. Catapano, Principal of High School West, and
Town of Babylon Councilman Tom Donnelly, representing Legislator Louis D’Amaro, is proud to honor the following students who have been named Semifinalists in the 2018 National Merit Scholarship Program:
Irene Antony High School West Elizabeth Chen High School East Adam A. Kaushik High School West Aditi A. Patil High School East Kasim M. Waqar High School East
Legislator Steve Stern could not be here this evening and he has asked to
pass along his congratulations to our five Semifinalists. We wish them the best as they continue in the competition.
Mr. Geringswald commented that he has a child at High School East and
that the environment here continues to be outstanding. He thanked Dr. Strong and the High School East Administrative Team for doing a great job.
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MINUTES: A Motion was made by Mrs. DeSabato, seconded by Mr. Kaston, and carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the Minutes of August 28, 2017 as written.
CORRESPONDENCE: None BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS: Ms. Gurin reported that the New York State School Boards Association’s
Resolution Committee has put forth 31 Resolutions to be voted upon at the Annual Business Meeting that will take place Saturday, October 14, 2017. The Business Meeting is held on the last day of the NYSSBA Annual Convention, which is being held in Lake Placid this year. Proposed Resolutions 1 – 25 are being recommended by the Resolution Committee for adoption. Conversely, Resolutions 26 – 31 are not. Ms. Gurin asked if the Board had any comments, questions or concerns. Mr. Kleinberg stated that he had some questions which Mrs. Acampora previously answered for him.
A Motion was made by Mr. Kaston, seconded by Mr. Kleinberg, and
carried unanimously (7-0) to accept the 31 Proposed Resolutions as presented by the New York State School Boards Association’s Resolution Committee.
Mr. Kleinberg reported that the Policy Committee is waiting for the Fall
Update from NYSSBA Policy Services to review policies that require updating.
Dr. Strong asked to recognize one final group of students this evening. Mr. Rendon proudly announced that the following High School East
student musicians were selected to the NYSSMA Conference All-State Ensembles:
Francis Altamirano Angela Bracco Collin Cook Connor Cook Hannah Gerger Marley Jacobson Marco Tomassi
COMMENTS FROM VISITORS: None
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ACTION ITEMS: PERSONNEL REPORT
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following individuals are hereby certified as a Qualified Lead Evaluator of Principals having successfully completed the training requirements:
Dr. Patrick Harrigan, Superintendent Dr. Jeffery Woodberry, Assistant Superintendent for District-wide
Administration Mrs. Mary Rettaliata, Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education Mr. John O’Farrell, Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education
A Motion was made by Mr. Kaston, seconded by Ms. Gurin, and carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the above Resolution.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following individuals are hereby certified as a Qualified Lead Evaluator of Teachers having successfully completed the training requirements in accordance with state law and regulation and the Half Hollow Hills Central School District’s annual professional performance review plan.
Dr. Patrick Harrigan Sheri Keller Steven Hauk
John O'Farrell Michael Abrescia Allison Beyersdorf
Mary Rettaliata Valerie Geiler Lori Campbell
Dr. Jeffery Woodberry Erin Papadopulos Brett Kindelmann
Wayne Ebanks Eric Seely Christina Psihogios
Naimah Trotter Karen Littell Deborah Kolodny
Jolynn Sapia Kendra Cooper Mary Lippert
Ian Dunst Martin Boettcher Maryann Fasciana
Patrick Murphy Jr. Dr. Milton Strong Dr. Michael Catapano
Christian Fogarazzo Ken Ricken Moira Haltigan
Lorraine Lupinskie Dr. Stacey Gillespie Matthew Mayo
Love Foy Dr. Darlene Lilla Daniel Helmes
Lisa De Rienzo Paul Perskin Matina Pappalardo
Michelle Melfi Patrick Rendon Debra Ferry
Allison Strand Pamela Higgins
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A Motion was made Mr. Kleinberg, seconded by Mr. Kaston, and carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the above Resolution.
BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICIES: Dr. Woodberry offered the Second Reading of the following policies: a) The following policies will be abolished:
Policy 2430 Co-Curricular Activities (Replaced by 5210) Policy 2430.1 Extra-classroom Activities Funds (Replaced by 5252) Policy 3150 Staff Infractions Policy 3160 Physical Examinations – Professional Staff Policy 3411 Professional Staff Salary Schedules Policy 4160 Physical Examinations – Classified Staff Policy 5120 Assignment Within District Policy 6141 Senior Citizens Exemption Policy 6213 Budget Hearing Policy 6225 Revenue Policy 7433 Toxic Substances Policy 7513 Traffic and Parking Controls Policy 7720 Enrollment Projections Policy 7920 Site Acquisition Policy 8210 School Year Policy 8432 Reporting of Hazards Policy 8434 Accident Reports Policy 8650 Student Transportation in Private Vehicles Policy 8750 Mail and Delivery Services (Replaced by 1120) Policy 9150 School Visitors Policy 9160 Senior Citizen Benefits
b) The following Policies will be renumbered:
Policy 5425 Use of Automated External Defibrillators (Formerly No. 8425)
Policy 4720Assessment Program (Formerly No. 2622 Testing Program) Policy 0310 Board Self-Evaluation (Formerly Bylaw 0200) Policy 2100.1 Identification (Formerly Bylaw 0110) Policy 6418 Financial Software Policy (Formerly Policy 6512) Exhibit 6418-E Financial Software Policy (Formerly Exhibit 6512-E) Policy 6280 Salary Deductions (Formerly Policy 6520) Policy 6500 Handling of Monies (Formerly Policy 6516 Bonded
Employees and Officers)
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Policy 6245 Fund Balance Classifications (Formerly Policy 6224) Policy 5153 School Attendance Area (Formerly Policy 8110) Policy 4110 School Calendar (Formerly Policy 8200) Policy 1228 Fundraising by Special Interest Groups (Formerly Policy
9711) Policy 1145 Distribution of Materials via Pupils (Formerly Policy 9712) Policy 8120 Accident Prevention and Safety Procedures (Formerly Policy
7431) Policy 8420 Private Vehicles on School Grounds (Formerly Policy 7512) Policy 8421 District Owned Vehicles (Formerly Policy 7522
School Owned Vehicles) Policy 7200 Financing Facilities Development (Formerly Policy 7800) Policy 9599 Staff Dress and Grooming (Formerly Policy 3216) Policy 1308 Outside Activities of Professional Employees
(Formerly Policy 3230) Policy 9619 Liability of Staff for Pupil Welfare (Formerly Policy
3280) Policy 9600 Conduct of Staff on District Property (Formerly
Policy 3311) Policy 9601 Conduct of Classified Employees on District Property
(Formerly Policy 4150) Policy 1309 Outside Activities of Classified Employees (Formerly
Policy 4230)
c) The following Policies will be amended:
Policy 1050 Annual District Election and Budget Vote Policy 1120 School Records Policy 1530 Smoking and Other Tobacco Use on School Premises Policy 2120 School Board Elections Policy 2120.1 Candidate Procedures Policy 2120.2 Voting Procedures Policy 2150 Filling Board Vacancies Regulation 4526.1-R Internet Safety Regulation Policy 5460 Child Abuse, Maltreatment or Neglect in a Domestic
Setting Regulation 5460-R Child Abuse, Maltreatment or Neglect in a
Domestic Setting Regulation Policy 6110 Budget Planning Regulation 6110-R Budget Planning Regulation Policy 7810 Closing or Acquiring Facilities (Formerly Closing of
Facilities) Policy 8700 Insurance
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A Motion was made by Mrs. DeSabato, seconded by Ms. Gurin, and carried unanimously (7-0) to waive the literal reading of the above policies.
A Motion was made by Mr. Kaston, seconded by Mrs. DeSabato, and
carried unanimously (7-0) to abolish, renumber, and amend the above policies as listed.
A Motion was made by Ms. Gurin, seconded by Mr. Kleinberg, and
carried unanimously (7-0) to take the Personnel Report in its entirety including an Addendum.
A Motion was made by Mr. Prywes, seconded by Mr. Kaston, and carried
unanimously (7-0) to approve the Personnel Report including an Addendum as follows:
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B. Additional Compensation (see attachments) a. Athletics-Fall Coaching Staff Revised (a1-a2) b. Curriculum Writing (c1-c2) c. HHH Online Credit Recovery d. PDP e. Regents Review Sessions (f1-f2) f. Summer Weight Training
C. Certificated Employees
a) Retirement Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
b) Resignations
Administrative None Certificated Personnel
1 May Wohlafka Sub Teacher/District-wide effective end of day 09/01/2017 2. Stacy Fishlow Sub Teacher/District-wide effective end of day 09/01/2017
c) Termination Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
d) FMLA
Administrative/FMLA None Certificated Personnel/FMLA
1. Ashley Bevilacqua Math/HSE revised 05/23/2017-10/20/2017 2. Nicole Cancel Special Education/Sunquam 01/02/2018-03/28/2018 3. Christina Casali Science/HSW 09/25/2017-12/15/2017
e) Leave of Absence
Administrative/Leave of Absence None
Certificated Personnel/Leave of Absence 1. Christina Casali Science/HSW/LOA 12/18/2017-01/26/2018
f) Employees Returning to Regular Status
Administrative None
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Certificated Personnel None
g) Appointments/Probationary In order to be granted tenure, a classroom teacher or building principal must have received composite or overall APPR ratings of either "effective" or "highly effective" in at least three of the four preceding years. Additionally, a classroom teacher or building principal who receives an "ineffective" composite or overall APPR rating in the final probationary year shall not be eligible for tenure at that time. Administrative None Certificated Personnel
1. Evan Klishewich Special Education/West Hollow Step 1D 09/13/2017-09/12/2021
h) Appointments/Leave of Absence Replacements Administrative None Certificated Personnel
None
i) Appointments/Part-time/Term Administrative None Certificated Personnel
1. Chrysa Mary Karagiannis English/0.5 Term/0.3 HSE/0.2 HSW Step 1D 09/01/2017-06/30/2018 2. Daniel Ryu Physical Ed./0.1 Candlewood/(Period 7–A days)/Term Step 1A 09/06/2017-06/30/2018 3. Jonathan Pinola Physical Ed./0.2 Term/ 0.1 SH/0.1 Vanderbilt Step 1A 10/02/2017-06/30/2018
j) Changes Administrative None Certificated Personnel
1. Kasey Kruk (A. Bevilacqua) Math/HSE 1/200th of Step 1A 09/01/2017-10/27/2017 – Declined Position Perm Building Sub/HSE 10/30/2017-06/22/2018 2. Michael Ceccoli (M. Mott) Special Ed./CW 1/200th of Step 1A 09/01/2017-11/22/2017 – Declined Position Per Diem Sub/District-wide effective 09/01/2017
k) Substitutes Administrative None Certificated Personnel
1. Chrysa Mary Karagiannis 0.5 Perm Building Sub/HSW effective 09/01/2017 2. April Yeoman Perm Building Sub/West Hollow effective 09/01/2017 3. Susan Lederman(Hart) Per Diem Sub/FACS/District-wide effective 09/18/2017 4. Donna Miceli Per Diem Sub/Librarian/District-wide effective 09/01/2017
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5. Elizabeth Koval Perm Building Sub/HSE 09/18/2017 – 12/18/2017 6. Jonathan Pinola 0.8 Perm Building Sub/HSE effective 10/02/2017
l) Substitutes for FMLA/Long Term Subs Administrative None Certificated Personnel
1. Carlene Foy (J. Santomassimo) Elementary/PAU 1/200th of Step 1A 09/01/2017-01/26/2018 2. Michelle Blumenthal (M. Mott) Special Ed./CW 1/200th of Step 1A 09/01/2017-11/22/2017 3. Joseph Del Giudice (B. Strack) Math/HSE 1/200th of Step 1A 09/25/2017-10/06/2017 4. Stephanie Dunaieff (A. Bevilacqua)Math/HSE 1/200th of Step 1A 09/01/2017-10/20/2017 5. Michael Fischer (M. Doumas) Special Ed./HSW 1/200th of Step 1A 09/01/2017-01/26/2018 6. Jonathan Pinola (E. Micalizzi) Phy. Ed./Signal Hill 1/200th of Step 1A 09/05/2017-09/29/2017
m) Appointment/Provisional
Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
n) Appointment/Permanent
Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
o) Appointment/Recall
Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
D. Non-Certificated Employees a) Retirement
Non-Certificated Personnel 1. Carlos H. Jimenez Sr. Custodian/HSE effective end of day 11/30/2017 2. James Campbell Bus Driver/Transportation effective end of day 09/30/2017
b) Resignations Non-Certificated Personnel
1. Antoinette Arsenicos Paraprofessional/Paumanok effective end of day 09/06/2017 2. Carissa Scarfi Special Ed. Para/Otsego effective end of day 09/08/2017 3. Jacquelyn Rueda Special Ed. Para/Signal Hill effective end of day 09/01/2017 4. Kristen Hirsch Paraprofessional/Otsego effective end of day 06/23/2017 5. Patricia Scaringi Paraprofessional/Otsego effective end of day 06/23/2017
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6. Malcom Penny-Kosser Paraprofessional/Sunquam effective end of day 06/23/2017 7. Nelson Sanchez-Alvarez Paraprofessional/Sunquam effective end of day 06/23/2017 8. Patricia Pernice Paraprofessional/Vanderbilt effective end of day 06/23/2017 9. Malgorzata Seroczynska Paraprofessional/West Hollow effective end of day 06/23/2017 10. Filomena Crabtree Paraprofessional/HSW effective end of day 06/23/2017 11. Stephanie Miccio Paraprofessional/HSW effective end of day 06/23/2017 12. Christopher Ray Sub Custodian/District-wide effective end of day 09/08/2017 13. Anne Votta Paraprofessional/Health Office/HSW effective end of day 09/22/2017
c) Termination Non-Certificated Personnel None
d) Leaves of Absence/FMLA
Non-Certificated Personnel/FMLA 1. Mojgan Mobasheri Paraprofessional/HSW 09/18/2017-12/08/2017 Non-Certificated Personnel/LOA 1. Patricia Johntry Monitor/Signal Hill 09/01/2017-TBD
e) Employees Returning to Regular Status Non-Certificated Personnel None
f) Appointments/Probationary
Non-Certificated Personnel None
g) Appointments/Leave of Absence Replacements Non-Certificated Personnel None
h) Appointments/Part-time/Term Non-Certificated Personnel None
i) Changes
Non-Certificated Personnel None
j) Substitutes Non-Certificated Personnel
1. Antoinette Arsenicos Sub Para/District-wide $14.46 effective 09/07/2017 2. Steven Gismondi Sub Para/Monitor/District-wide $14.46 effective 09/18/2017 3. Christopher Ray Sub Custodian/District-wide $15.00 effective 08/29/2017 4. Mirta Gill Sub Para/District-wide $14.46 effective 09/18/2017
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k) Appointment/Provisional
Non-Certificated Personnel None
l) Appointment/Permanent
Non-Certificated Personnel None
m) Appointment/Reinstatement Non-Certificated Personnel None
n) Appointments – Monitors/Paraprofessionals, etc.
Non-Certificated Personnel 1. Frank Siso S/C PM Lead Guard/HSE $19.00 effective 09/05/2017 2. Sherwayne Charles Guard/District-wide $16.50 effective 09/05/2017 3. Carol Froehlich Guard/District-wide $16.50 effective 09/05/2017 4. Mark Schenck Guard/District-wide $16.50 effective 09/05/2017 5. Michael P. Boroughs Guard/District-wide $16.50 effective 09/12/2017 6. Julia Dimaria Soccer Coach/West Hollow $5,501.effective 09/05/2017 7. Katie DiGennaro Special Ed. Para/Paumanok $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 8. Kathleen LaLuna Special Ed. Para/HSE $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 9. Alexander Aurrichio Special Ed. Para/HSW $15.65 effective 09/07/2017 10. Lauren Guillem Special Ed. Para/Vanderbilt $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 11. Cristina Lautenschlager S/C Special Ed. Para/Paumanok revised$15.35 effective 09/01/2017 12. Alvin White Monitor/HSE $13.46 effective 09/01/2017 13. Ariana Bova Special Ed. Para/Sunquam $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 14. Faiza Ali Special Ed. Para/Vanderbilt $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 15. Mary Resnick Special Ed. Para/HSE $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 16. Andrew Kiernan Computer Para/Otsego $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 17. Agnes Gary Special Ed. Para/HSE $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 18. Tamy Martin Special Ed. Para/HSW $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 19. Kylie Ceraolo Special Ed. Para/HSW $15.35 effective 09/01/2017 20. Leah Gruber Special Ed. Para/Signal Hill $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 21. Stacy Fishlow S/C Special Ed. Para/HSW revised $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 22. Nicholas Carter Special Ed. Para/HSE $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 23. Michelle Klein Special Ed. Para/Otsego $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 24. Amy Kaplan Para/Makerspace/HSE $14.46 effective 09/01/2017 25. Leidy Munoz Monitor/Signal Hill $13.46 effective 09/01/2017 26. Sasha Chambers Monitor/Paumanok $13.46 effective 09/01/2017 27. Samantha DeSanti Intermediate Swim Instructor/Pool $17.00 effective 09/08/2017 28. Jake Zacharakis Lifeguard/Pool $10.50 effective 09/08/2017 29. Jordan Miller Assistant Swim Instructor/Pool $14.50 effective 09/13/2017 30. Jordan Miller Lifeguard/Pool $10.50 effective 09/13/2017
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31. Michael Maurer Junior Swim Instructor/Pool $11.00 effective 09/13/2017 32. Michael Maurer Lifeguard/Pool $10.50 effective 09/13/2017 33. Isabel Dholakia Lifeguard/Pool $10.50 effective 09/13/2017 34. Avery Cohen S/C Special Ed. Para/HSE revised $15.65 effective 09/01/2017 35. Caitlyn Foglietta Para/Guidance/HSW $14.46 effective 09/18/2017 36. Jennifer Giardina Special Ed. Para/Vanderbilt $14.46 effective 09/18/2017 37. Alyson Gaspin Special Ed. Para/Vanderbilt $14.46 effective 09/18/2017 38. Jacquelyn Bauer Special Ed.Para/Otsego $14.46 effective 09/18/2017 39. Alexander McLean Special Ed. Para/West Hollow $15.65 effective 09/18/2017 40. Robert Harris Special Ed. Para/HSE $15.35 effective 09/18/2017 41. Francine Morris Special Ed. Para/HSE $15.65 effective 09/18/2017 42. Katherine O’Boyle Special Ed. Para/Vanderbilt $14.46 effective 09/18/2017
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ADDENDUM TO THE PERSONNEL REPORT ACTION ITEMS FROM ADMINISTRATION
A. District-wide Administration Requests for Action B. Additional Compensation (see attachments) C. Certificated Employees
a) Retirement
Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
b) Resignations Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
c) Termination Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
d) FMLA Administrative/FMLA None Certificated Personnel/FMLA None
e) Leave of Absence Administrative/Leave of Absence None Certificated Personnel/Leave of Absence None
f) Employees Returning to Regular Status Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
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g) Appointments/Probationary
In order to be granted tenure, a classroom teacher or building principal must have received composite or overall APPR ratings of either "effective" or "highly effective" in at least three of the four preceding years. Additionally, a classroom teacher or building principal who receives an "ineffective" composite or overall APPR rating in the final probationary year shall not be eligible for tenure at that time. Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
h) Appointments/Leave of Absence Replacements Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
i) Appointments/Part-time/Term Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
j) Changes
Administrative None Certificated Personnel
4. Kimberly Steffens APE/0.1 Term/Signal Hill Step 20J 09/07/2017-09/29/2017 (in addition to 1.0 Physical Education)
k) Substitutes Administrative None Certificated Personnel
1. Corey Maiale Per Diem Sub/Social Studies/DW effective 09/18/2017 2. Jessica Thomas Per Diem Sub/Music/DW effective 09/18/2017
l) Substitutes for FMLA/Long Term Subs Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
m) Appointment/Provisional
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Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
n) Appointment/Permanent Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
o) Appointment/Recall Administrative None Certificated Personnel None
D. Non-Certificated Employees
a) Retirement Non-Certificated Personnel
1. James Campbell Bus Driver/Transportation revised effective end of day 09/29/2017
b) Resignations Non-Certificated Personnel
1. Evan Klishewich Special Ed. Para/West Hollow effective end of day 09/12/2017 2. Seddigheh Ghamkhar Special Ed. Para/West Hollow effective end of day 09/20/2017
c) Termination Non-Certificated Personnel None
d) Leaves of Absence/FMLA Non-Certificated Personnel/FMLA
1. James Campbell Bus Driver/Transportation 09/05/2017-09/29/2017
e) Employees Returning to Regular Status Non-Certificated Personnel None
f) Appointments/Probationary
Non-Certificated Personnel None
g) Appointments/Leave of Absence Replacements Non-Certificated Personnel
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None
h) Appointments/Part-time/Term Non-Certificated Personnel None
i) Changes Non-Certificated Personnel None
j) Substitutes
Non-Certificated Personnel 1. Hamida Ackter Sub FSW/District-wide $15.47 effective 09/18/2017 2. Michael Dexter Sub Security/District-wide $16.00 effective 09/19/2017
k) Appointment/Provisional Non-Certificated Personnel None
l) Appointment/Permanent Non-Certificated Personnel None
m) Appointment/Reinstatement Non-Certificated Personnel None
n) Appointments – Monitors/Paraprofessionals, etc.
Non-Certificated Personnel 1. Mary Ann Orilia Makerspace Para/HSW $15.65 effective 09/18/2017 2. Olivia Figueroa Special Ed. Para/Otsego $14.46 effective 09/18/2017 3. Dora Drautz Special Ed. Para/Vanderbilt $14.46 effective 09/18/2017 4. Tricia Staneck Special Ed. Para/Vanderbilt $14.46 effective 10/03/2017 5. Caitlyn Foglietta Guidance Para/HSW revised $15.65 effective 09/18/2017
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BUDGET TRANSFERS: A Motion was made by Mrs. DeSabato, seconded by Mrs. Acampora, and carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the Budget Transfers.
DISPOSITION OF OBSOLETE ITEMS: Disposal of Technology Equipment At Candlewood
BE IT RESOLVED upon the recommendation of Christian Fogarazzo, Director of Science and Anne Marie Marrone Caliendo, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Facilities, the obsolete technology equipment that is listed on the attached memo is no longer used by the District. It is respectfully requested that these items be declared obsolete and disposed of in a manner that is in the best interest of the Half Hollow Hills Central School District.
Disposal of Bleachers At West Hollow BE IT RESOLVED upon the recommendation of Patrick Murphy, Director of Health, Physical Education and Family & Consumer Science and Anne Marie Marrone Caliendo, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Facilities, the bleachers listed on the attached memo are to be declared obsolete for safety reasons and disposed of in a manner that is in the best interest of the Half Hollow Hills Central School District.
Disposal of Technology Equipment At West Hollow BE IT RESOLVED upon the recommendation of Christian Fogarazzo, Director of Science and Anne Marie Marrone Caliendo, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Facilities, the obsolete technology equipment that is listed on the attached memo is no longer used by the District. It is respectfully requested that these items be declared obsolete and disposed of in a manner that is in the best interest of the Half Hollow Hills Central School District.
Disposal of Upright Piano At West hollow BE IT RESOLVED upon the recommendation of Darlene Lilla, Director of Music and Fine Arts and Anne Marie Marrone Caliendo, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Facilities, the upright piano listed on the attached memo is beyond repair or restoration and is to be declared obsolete. This item is to be disposed of in a manner that is in the best interest of the Half Hollow Hills Central School District.
Disposal of Furniture At High School West BE IT RESOLVED upon the recommendation of Wayne Ebanks, Assistant Principal at High School East and Anne Marie Marrone Caliendo, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Facilities, the furniture on the attached memo is beyond repair or restoration and is to be declared obsolete. These items are to be disposed of in a manner that is in the best interest of the Half Hollow Hills Central School District.
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A Motion was made by Mr. Kaston, seconded by Ms. Gurin, and carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the above Resolutions.
DONATION FOR THE NATATORIUM: BE IT RESOLVED that the $10,000 donation by Team Suffolk / Half
Hollow Hills Swim Club, Inc. be accepted by the Board of Education.
Budget Amendment
WHEREAS the Board of Education has accepted the donation from Team Suffolk / Half Hollow Hills Swim Club, Inc. in the amount of $10,000, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the $10,000 be put into revenue code F2770-933-015 (Mini-Grant Team Suffolk) and appropriated in the expense code F1620-400-91 in financial support of the Half Hollow Hills Natatorium Capital Project. A Motion was made by Mrs. DeSabato, seconded by Mr. Kleinberg, and carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the above Resolution.
DONATION OF CHECKER/ CHESS BOARD AND TWO BENCHES FROM EAGLE SCOUT: BE IT RESOLVED upon the recommendation of Maryann Fasciana,
Principal of Signal Hill Elementary School and Anne Marie Marrone Caliendo, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Facilities it is respectfully requested that the Board of Education accepts the very generous donation from Blaise Vastola of his creation of a large checker / chess board and two benches on for use by students on the playground.
A Motion was made by Ms. Gurin, seconded by Mr. Prywes, and carried
unanimously (7-0) to approve the above Resolution. IDEA SUB-ALLOCATION CONTRACTS: In accordance with the agreement and pursuant to the directives entered
into and authorized under NYS Education Law 4410-b, 20 U.S.C. 1411 and 20 U.S.C. 1419 regarding the distribution of Section 611 and/or Section 619 flow-through funds, it is recommended that the following Special Education Program Sub-Allocation Contracts be approved for the 2017/18 school year.
The per-pupil sub-allocations are as follows:
IDEA 611 $1,118.00 SEIT $372.63 Related Services only IDEA 619 $ 366.00 SEIT $121.99 Related Services only
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ACDS $ 1,484.00 ACLD $ 4,452.00 ALTERNATIVE FOR CHILDREN $14,345.24 ANDERSON CENTER FOR AUTISM $ 1,118.00 BROOKVILLE CENTER FOR CHILDREN SVC $ 2,236.00 BUILDING BLOCKS DEVELOPMENTAL PRESCHOOL $ 28,196.00 THE CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES $ 1,118.00 THE CENTER FOR DISCOVERY $ 2,236.00 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES INSTITUTE INC. $ 16,730.00 THE HAGEDORN LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOL $ 3,597.98 HARMONY HEIGHTS SCHOOL $ 4,472.00 JUST KIDS EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER $ 1,484.00 KETCHUM-GRANDE MEMORIAL SCHOOL $ 1,118.00 KIDS FIRST EVALUATION ADVOCACY CENTER $ 1,978.62 KIDZ THERAPY SERVICES $ 6,430.34 THE LEEWAY SCHOOL $ 1,484.00 MARYHAVEN $ 1,118.00 METRO THERAPY INC. $ 2,968.00 MID ISLAND THERAPY ASSOCIATES, LLC dba ALL ABOUT KIDS $ 7,914.34 MILL NECK MANOR SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF $ 1,484.00 NEW YORK THERAPY PLACEMENT SERVICES $ 494.62 THE OPPORTUNITY PRE-SCHOOL $ 1,484.00 SCO FAMILY OF SERVICES - WESTBROOK PREPARATORY SCHOOL $ 1,118.00 THE SUMMIT SCHOOL $ 4,472.00 UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY ASSOCIATION OF GREATER SUFFOLK $ 1,118.00 VARIETY CHILD LEARNING CENTER $ 4,452.00 MADONNA HEIGHTS SERVICES $ 31,574.00 SUFFOLK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH $ 46,004.00 $196,681.14
It is respectfully requested that the Half Hollow Hills Board of Education approve these contracts as submitted.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the IDEA Special Education Sub-Allocation Contracts and authorizes the Board of Education President to sign said contracts.
A Motion was made by Mrs. Acampora, seconded by Mrs. DeSabato, and
carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the above Resolution. NEW YORK SCHOOLS INSURANCE RECIPROCAL REIMBURSEMENT CHECKS: BE IT RESOLVED the Board of Education accepts the New York
Schools Insurance Reciprocal (NYSIR) check #04418 totaling $500.00.
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Budget Amendment WHEREAS the Board of Education has accepted the NYSIR check totaling $500.00 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the Board of Education authorizes these funds to be added to the current 2017-2018 budget by increasing the appropriation as detailed below: Appropriation A5510-465-12 Contract Repair – Buses $500.00 A Motion was made by Mr. Kaston, seconded by Mrs. Acampora, and carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the above Resolution.
PARTICIPATION IN NASSAU BOCES COOPERATIVE BID: WHEREAS the Board of Education of the Half Hollow Hills School
District of New York State (the “School District”) wishes to participate in a Cooperative Bidding Program conducted by The Board of Cooperative Educational Services of Nassau County (“Nassau BOCES”) for the purchase of various commodities and/or services as authorized by and in accordance with the Education Law and General Municipal Law, Section119-o; and
WHEREAS the District, more particularly, wishes to participate in the
“Automobiles – Passenger Cars/Vans/Trucks” joint cooperative bid. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the School District
hereby appoints Nassau BOCES as its representative and agent in all matters related to the Cooperative Bidding Program, including but not limited to responsibility for drafting of specifications, advertising for bids, accepting and opening bids, tabulating bids, reporting the results to the School District and making recommendations thereon, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Nassau BOCES is hereby
authorized to award cooperative bids on behalf of the School District to the bidder deemed to be the lowest responsible bidder meeting the bid specifications and otherwise complying with Article 5-A of the General Municipal Law of the State of New York relating to public bids and contracts and to enter into contracts for the purchase of the commodities and/or services as authorized herein, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the School District hereby
authorizes the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Facilities or her designee on behalf of the School District to participate in cooperative
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bidding conducted by Nassau BOCES and if requested to furnish Nassau BOCES an estimated minimum number of units that will be purchased and such other documents and information which may be reasonably necessary or useful in conducting the Cooperative Bidding Program, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the School District agrees to
assume its equitable share of the administrative costs of the Cooperative Bidding Program and all of its obligations and responsibilities pursuant to any contract that may be awarded by Nassau BOCES on behalf of the School District.
A Motion was made by Mrs. DeSabato, seconded by Mrs. Acampora, and
carried (6-0-1) to approve the above Resolution. Mr. Kleinberg abstained. MONTHLY BUDGET TRANSFERS INFORMATION REPORT: The Budget Transfers Report for the month of August 2017 has been
forwarded to the Board. APPROPRIATION STATUS REPORTS: The Appropriation Status Reports including funds A, C, F and H for
August 2017 have been forwarded to the Board. REVENUE STATUS REPORT: The Budget Revenue Status Report for August 2017 has been forwarded
to the Board. CLAIMS AUDIT REPORT: The Claims Audit Report for the period ending August 31, 2017 as
prepared by Michael Kearns, Claims Auditor, has been forwarded to the Board.
WARRANTS: Bills pending Claims Auditor approval totaling $2,257,019.25. The
Claims Audit Report of these bills will be provided at the next Board meeting.
CPSE RECOMMENDATIONS: A Motion was made by Mrs. DeSabato, seconded by Ms. Gurin, and
carried unanimously (7-0) to accept the CPSE Recommendations of September 18, 2017.
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APPOINTMENT OF GENERAL EDUCATION TEACHERS TO THE CSE FOR 2017-2018: A Motion was made by Mrs. Acampora, seconded by Mr. Prywes, and
carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the appointment of General Education Teachers to the CSE for the 2017-2018 school year.
CSE RECOMMENDATIONS: A Motion was made by Mrs. DeSabato, seconded by Mr. Kaston, and
carried unanimously (7-0) to accept the CSE Recommendations of September 18, 2017.
CONSULTANT CONTRACTS: A Motion was made by Mr. Kaston, seconded by Ms. Gurin, and carried
unanimously (7-0) to approve the following Consultant Contract:
Great Neck Public Schools A Motion was made by Mrs. Acampora, seconded by Mr. Prywes, and
carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the following Consultant Contract:
MKSA, LLC (formerly Marion K. Salomon and Associates) STIPULATION OF SETTLEMENT: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Half Hollow Hills
Central School District hereby approves the terms and conditions of the Stipulation of Settlement resolving a certain matter between the District and the parent of a youngster classified by the District’s CSE and identified by student number 900003727; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Education authorizes
the President of the Board to execute the Stipulation of Settlement as approved on the Board’s behalf.
A Motion was made by Mr. Kleinberg, seconded by Mr. Kaston, and
carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the above Resolution. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Half Hollow Hills
Central School District hereby approves the terms and conditions of the Stipulation of Settlement resolving a certain matter between the District and the parent of a youngster classified by the District’s CSE and identified by student number 900006096; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Education authorizes the President of the Board to execute the Stipulation of Settlement as approved on the Board’s behalf.
A Motion was made by Mrs. Acampora, seconded by Mr. Kaston, and
carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the above Resolution. IMPARTIAL HEARING OFFICER: A Motion was made by Ms. Gurin, seconded by Mrs. Acampora, and
carried unanimously (7-0) to approve Helene Peyser as an Impartial Hearing Officer.
COMMENTS FROM VISITORS: None ADJOURNMENT: A Motion was made by Mr. Kaston, seconded by Mr. Prywes, and carried
unanimously (7-0) to adjourn the meeting at 8:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Rosanne Marini, District Clerk