Dr. Vicky Ramos, Superintendent
Dr. Nellie A. Bush, President John J. Bottisti, Vice President
William H. Mycek, Attorney Lorrie Schell – Clerk of the Board
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Greater Amsterdam School District
Amsterdam High School Media Center
November 15, 2017
Regular Meeting
Board Members Administrators / Officials
Mr. Bottisti Dr. Ramos, Superintendent
Dr. Bush Mrs. Downing, Asst. Superintendent
Ms. Marciniak Mrs. Crisafulli, Dir. of Testing & Academics
Rev. McHeard Mrs. Lawyer, Dir. Sp. Ed. & Student Support services
Mr. Murdoch Mrs. Brumley, Business Manager
Mr. Peninger Mr. Mycek, School Attorney
Mrs. Schuttig
Student Rep. Molly Monge
Public – 10 Other – Recorder
Dr. Nellie Bush opened the meeting at 6:00 PM.
Public Comment :
Dr. Govind Rao – Spoke regarding the changes he has seen in his practice during his 46 years in the community (behavior & mental health issues, drug addiction). He asked for the Board and District’s support for Bill 7934, which would provide drug screening for certain children and insurance coverage for the screening.
Dr. Martha Frank, Director of Whispering Pines Preschool – Spoke regarding the programs at Whispering Pines and making Bacon School a more permanent home for them.
Darlene Swartz, parent – Spoke regarding AHS Chorus trip to Hershey Park. Parents would like the trip to be extended an additional day.
Jennifer Bowan, parent – spoke regarding the special education/IEP process: following IEP, communication, support.
The meeting adjourned at 8:50 pm and entered into executive session. Executive session adjourned at 9:44 pm and re-entered regular session. On motion of John Bottisti, the meeting adjourned at 9:45 pm.
ROLL CALL: 7-0-0
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Lorraine Schell, Clerk of the Board
GREATER AMSTERDAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
Board of Education – Regular Meeting
November 15, 2017
MEDIA CENTER
AMSTERDAM HIGH SCHOOL
RESOLUTION MEMO
November 15, 2017
250/2017-18 Motion by
RESOLVED: that the Board of Education for voting purposes combines and approves resolutions 250, 251, 253 through 264, and 266 through 279 with one vote.
Motion passed X Motion defeated
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November 15, 2017
251/2017-18
RESOLVED: that the reading of the minutes held on the following dates be dispensed with, each Board of Education member having received a copy and that they be approved as prepared by the Clerk.
Regular Meeting……………October 18, 2017
Special Meeting…………….November 13, 2017
Motion passed X Motion defeated
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November 15, 2017
252/2017-18 Motion by: Jackie Marciniak
RESOLVED: that the monthly accounts of the Treasurer of the Board of Education (presented under separate cover and on file in the office of the Business Manager) be received, approved and filed for the month of October.
6-0-1 (Mr. Peninger – Abstain)
Motion passed X Motion defeated
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November 15, 2017
253/2017-18
RESOLVED: that the bills as herewith listed as approved by the Internal Claims Auditor and presented in the sum of $3,390,334.31
GENERAL FUND AUDIT $ 1,013,179.08
SPECIAL AID FUND $ 137,113.80
CAPITAL AUDIT $ 2,053,732.67
SCHOOL LUNCH AUDIT $ 186,308.76
GRAND TOTAL OF COMBINED AUDITS $ 3,390,334.31
be, and the same are directed paid by the Board of Education.
Motion passed X _ Motion defeated
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November 15, 2017
254/2017-18
RESOLVED: that the Board of Education authorizes and approves the amendment of the 2017-2018 School Lunch Fund budget as follows:
Revenue
Account Code Account Name Amount
C 599 Appropriated Fund Balance $10,000.00
Account Code Account Name Amount
C 2860.200-0700 Equipment $10,000.00
Motion passed X _ Motion defeated
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November 15, 2017
255/2017-18
WHEREAS: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools Dr.
Vicma Ramos and the Board of Education approve to auction, donate, and/or
dispose of all Smartboards in multiple locations throughout the district.
RESOLVED: that the Board of Education approve the recommendation and properly
Auction, donate and/or dispose, of the items.
Motion passed X _ Motion defeated
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November 15, 2017
256/2017-18
RESOLVED: that the Board of Education authorizes and approves the following Title IIA budget transfer for the 2017-2018 fiscal period:
Transfer From:
F2110.150-05-1802 Professional Salaries $4,500.00
Transfer To:
F2110.400-05-1802 Contractual Services $4,500.00
Motion passed X _ Motion defeated
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November 15, 2017
257/2017-18
Resolved: that the Board of Education approves the acceptance of following based on contributions through the Donorschoose.org on behalf of the Amsterdam Running Boosters:
Ultrak 10 Lane Timer
10X20 Purple Pop Up Tent Instant Canopy with Wheeled Carry Bag
Double Sided Magnetic Mobile White Board
1000w Power Inverter Dual AC Outlet
Custom Purple 10x20 Canopy, Sidewalls, Roller Bag, Stake Kit, & Sidewall Carrier
18’ Feathered Double Sided Flag with Pole and Carry Bag
(2) Red Starting Blocks
(2) Blue Starting Blocks
(2) The Stick
Training Hurdles
Speed Chute
Agility Ladder
LED Race Clock with Tripod
Motion passed___X____ Motion defeated______
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November 15, 2017
258/2017-18
RESOLVED: that the Board of Education waives the building use fee as outlined in the
School Facilities regulation 1505R for St. Mary’s Hospital to use the auditorium,
cafeteria, kitchen, and commons area at Amsterdam High School on November 30,
2017. There shall be no waiver of any charges for custodians, supervision or other
employees assigned by the School District for this event.
Motion passed___X____ Motion defeated______
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November 15, 2017
259/2017-18
WHEREAS: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools Dr. Vicma Ramos and the Board of Education approve to aution and/or dispose of the following equipment as they have no useful value or are not repairable.
RESOLVED: that the Board of Education approve the recommendation and properly auction and/or dispose of the items.
Asset Tag # Cabinets at Tecler
01683
01684
01685
01686
01687
01688
01689
01690
01691
01692
01693
01694
01695
01996
01697
01698
Asset Tag # at Barkley
102794- Visualizer RE-455x Canon
103660- VCR
101013- Large TV
No asset Tag- Large TV
201233214- Top of SmartTable
002279- Base of Smart Table
103657- Overhead projector
Asset Tag # at AHS
Chromebook 20134703
Asset Tag # at Marie Curie
DELL CPU 010437
DELL CPU 010774
Sharp Notevision Projector 102761
Dell 2200MP 010797
Dell 2200MP 010146
HP Laptop 20131957
HP Laptop 20131952
HP Laptop 20131979
HP Laptop 20131894
HP Laptop 20131899
HP Laptop 20131899
HP Laptop 20131895
HP Laptop 20131891
HP Laptop 20131999
HP Laptop 20131897
HP Laptop 20131898
HP Laptop 20131900
HP Laptop 20131892
HP Laptop 20131896
Motion passed____X___ Motion defeated______
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November 15, 2017
260/2017-18
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools Dr.
Vicma Ramos, the Board of Education authorizes the Business Manager, Kim Brumley,
to provide SEFCU with the District Federal ID number for the purpose of accepting
donations of hats, gloves, and scarves for all students at Marie Curie.
Motion passed__X___ Motion defeated_____
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November 15, 2017
261/2017-18
RESOLVED: that on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos, and Director of Student Support Service and Special Education, Emily Lawyer, the Board of Education accept the recommendations made by the Committee on Special Education.
Motion passed__X___ Motion defeated_____
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November 15, 2017
262/2017-18
RESOLVED: that on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos, and Director of Student Support Service and Special Education, Emily Lawyer, the Board of Education accept the recommendations made by the Committee on Pre-School Special Education.
Motion passed__X_____ Motion defeated______
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November 15, 2017
263/2017-18
RESOLVED: that the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma
Ramos, approve the following CPSE/CSE Parent Members for the 2017-2018 school
year.
Brenda Sebast
Glenda Vasquez
Suheilly Vasquez
Motion passed__X___ Motion defeated_____
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November 15, 2017
264/2017-18
RESOLVED: that the Board of Education approve a two day overnight trip to
Hershey, Pennsylvania, Friday, May 18, 2018 through Sunday, May 20, 2018 for the
Amsterdam High School Chorus. The students will participate in PAC for a Day
Hershey Park. There is no cost to the district. It is understood that due to world or local
events beyond our control this trip may have to be cancelled on short notice and that
refund of money may not be possible.
Motion passed___X____ Motion defeated______
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November 15, 2017
265/2017-18 Motion by: Kent McHeard
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos and Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Michele Downing, the Board of Education approves the resignations of the following personnel:
Employee Title Building Effective Date:
(end of day)
Stacy Marzullo Grade 5 Teacher Curie November 26, 2017
MaryBeth Renwick Teacher Aide Curie November 24, 2017
Patrick Corrigan Principal AHS December 31, 2017
Roll Call: 5-2-0 (Mr. Murdoch, Mr. Peninger – No)
Motion passed___X____ Motion defeated______
November 15, 2017
266/2017-18
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos and Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Michele Downing, the Board of Education approves the retirement of the following personnel:
Employee Title Building Effective Date:
(end of day)
Edgar Pietri Sr. Custodian District December 29, 2017
Motion passed___X____ Motion defeated______
November 15, 2017
267/2017-18
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos and Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Michele Downing, the Board of Education appoints Kaylyn Akey to a temporary appointment as an Elementary Teacher commencing November 1, 2017 and ending June 22, 2018. Ms. Akey holds Initial Certification in Childhood Education 1-6. It is further recommended that Ms. Akey’s salary will be based on B1 Step 1, of the 2017-2018 Teacher Salary Schedule, prorated. This position is funded through the General Fund.
(Ms. Akey will be filling the leave created by Stacy Marzullo at Curie.)
Motion passed___X____ Motion defeated______
November 15, 2017
268/2017-18
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos and Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Michele Downing, the Board of Education appoints Rachael Crawford to a temporary appointment as an English Teacher commencing November 1, 2017 and ending December 19, 2017. Ms. Crawford holds Initial Certification in English Language Arts 7-12. It is further recommended that Ms. Crawford’s salary will be based on M1 Step 1, of the 2017-2018 Teacher Salary Schedule, prorated. This position is funded through the General Fund.
(Ms. Crawford is filling the leave created by Sarah Thelin at AHS.)
Motion passed___X____ Motion defeated______
November 15, 2017
269/2017-18
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos and Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Michele Downing, the Board of Education appoints Cristina Sabia to a three (3) year probationary appointment as a Spanish Teacher in the Foreign Language tenure area, commencing November 1, 2017 and ending October 31, 2020, contingent upon achievement of effective or highly effective APPR ratings necessary to receive tenure throughout her probationary period, consistent with the requirements of Education law Sections 2509, 3012-c and/or 3012-d. Ms. Sabia holds Professional Certification in Spanish 7-12. It is further recommended that Ms. Sabia’s salary will be based on M1 Step 4 of the 2017-2018 Teacher Salary Schedule, prorated. This position is funded through the General Fund.
(Ms. Sabia is filling the vacancy created by Frank Mastroianni at LLA.)
Motion passed___X____ Motion defeated______
November 15, 2017
270/2017-18
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicmas Ramos and Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Michele Downing, and having served the probationary appointment satisfactorily, the Board of Education approve the permanent appointment of the following personnel:
Eric Fernandez Custodian
Troy Wyszomirski Custodian
Kristina McGaffin Executive Secretary
Motion passed____X___ Motion defeated______
November 15, 2017
271/2017-18
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos and Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Michele Downing, the Board of Education approves the probationary appointment of the following teacher aide in the Greater Amsterdam School District. Salary will be based on 2017-2018 Aides Salary Schedule. This position is funded through the General Fund.
Employee Title Building Start Date
Daniela Matos Teacher Aide Curie 11/16/17
Motion passed____X___ Motion defeated______
November 15, 2017
272/2017-18
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos and Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Michele Downing, the Board of Education approves the unpaid leave of absence of Maura Friddle, from December 8, 2017 through December 20, 2017.
(Ms. Friddle, Guidance Counselor at AHS.)
Motion passed___X____ Motion defeated______
November 15, 2017
273/2017-18
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos and Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Michele Downing, the Board of Education approves the unpaid leave of absence of Tammy Richardson, from January 15, 2018 through February 23, 2018.
(Ms. Richardson, Guidance – Keyboard Specialist at LLA.)
Motion passed___X____ Motion defeated______
November 15, 2017
274/2017-18
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos and Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Michele Downing, the Board of Education approve the following Advisor positions for the 2017-2018 school year. This position is funded per ATA contract through the General Fund.
Phillip Parillo AHS NCBI
Eunice Maroto AHS Sophomore Class Co-Advisor
Eric Lewis AHS Chess Club
Brenden Cetnar LLA Memory Book Club
Motion passed___X____ Motion defeated______
November 15, 2017
275/2017-18
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos and Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Michele Downing, the Board of Education approve the following Coaching positions for the 2017-2018 Winter Sports season.
Unpaid Indoor Track Kevin Wilary
Unpaid Indoor Track Norman Duell
Motion passed___X____ Motion defeated______
November 15, 2017
276/2017-18
RESOLVED: that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vicma Ramos and Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Michele Downing, the Board of Education approves the following substitutes for the 2017-2018 school year.
Teachers:
Lisa Becker Sarah Fedullo
Nicole Benton Joseph Lawrence
Paula Bobilin Raymond Moran
Gina Emden Lauren Norman
Scott Alvarez
Teacher Aide:
Monica Rouse
Nurse: Lindsay Fry
Motion passed____X___ Motion defeated______