Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting of the
Wyoming Area Board of Education
20 Memorial Street, Pennsylvania, 18643
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Agenda
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Communications Report
Approval of Minutes:Regular Meeting of December 15, 2009
Superintendent’s Report
Student Representative’s Report
Treasurer’s Report
New Business
Finance Report
Education Report
Activities Report
Building Report
Police Report
Policy Report
Awarding of Bids Report
Open Discussion
Adjournment
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Communications Report
- Meeting minutes from the Luzerne Intermediate Unit’s regular meeting of November 18, 2009.
- John Kaschak, CPA, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, informing the Superintendent the single audit report for Wyoming Area School District for year ended June 30, 2009 contains the required elements of a single audit report package as required by OMB Circular A-133 and commonwealth policy.
- Ronald Musto, requesting permission to use the Secondary Center auditorium for a Baseball Seminar.
- Narda Sperrazza, Music Teacher, requesting permission to accompany three students to District Chorus 9 at the Wallenpaupack/Honesdale high school.
- Randy Spencer, Head Football Coach, requesting permission to attend the NIKE Coach of the Year Clinic, along with three assistant coaches, in Atlantic City, NJ.
- Janet Serino, District Principal of Curriculum, requesting permission to attend the Pennsylvania Federal Program Coordinators conference in Hershey, PA.
- Barbara Anzalone, Northeast Pennsylvania Academy of Dancing, requesting permission to use the Secondary Center auditorium for a dance performance.
- Bill Petrucci, Player Agent of Wyoming/West Wyoming Little League, requesting permission to use the Secondary Center gym for Little League try-outs.
- Deb Popson, Special Education Supervisor, requesting permission to attend the Pennsylvania Department of Education/Bureau of Special Education Conference in Hershey, PA.
- Right To Know Request from Ann Biros, Biros Utilities, Inc., for portal toilet rental agreements, contracts and disbursements from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2008.
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Communications Report
- Lisa Barrett, President of the Wyoming Area Education Association, notifying the Superintendent she is unwilling to sign the Memorandum of Understanding to secure monies for the “Race to the Top” initiative.
- Gerald Stofko, Parade Committee Chairman, inviting the school board, Wyoming Area Marching Band and the Color Guards to participate in the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 31, 2010 at 9:15 a.m.
- Ree Ree DeLuca, Vice President of Publicity, West Pittston Rams, notifying the Board, in honor of the district’s support of their organization, the Board of Directors of the West Pittston Rams would like to donate their services to reconstruct the room at the left of the Bell Tower at the stadium (the old field house).
- Drew Nat, Wyoming Area Softball Parents Association, requesting permission to use the Secondary Center cafeteria for their annual ziti dinner/craft show.
- Drew Nat, Wyoming Area Softball Parents Association, requesting permission to use the Secondary Center cafeteria for “Meet the Warriors”.
- Dana Kuhns, District Director of Boys Scouts of America, requesting permission to use the Secondary Center gym for District Derby Day.
- Correspondence from Rebecca McLaughlin of Ohio Casualty regarding file #703890580.
- Correspondence from Attorney James T. Rague, Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board, regarding Case# PERA-C-09-477-E.
- Jack Wagner, Auditor General, notifying the district to avoid using swaps, a contract between a bond issuer in which the parties bet on which way interest rates will move and other unpredictable factors.
- Catherine Hague, Administrative Professional, requesting permission to take a medical leave.
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Communications Report
- Acknowledge receipt of the Auditor General’s Performance Audit Report for fiscal years ending June 30, 2008, 2007, 2006 and 2005.
- Josephine Belza, Elementary Teacher, requesting permission to extend her child bearing/child rearing leave.
- Rosella Fedor, Special Program Advisor, requesting permission to hold the 6th Annual Career Day at St. Anthony’s Center facility.
- Ellyn Salmon, Elementary Teacher, submitting her letter of intent to retire.
- Shea Riley, Music Teacher, requesting permission to accompany a student to the PMEA Region Orchestra at Reading High School.
- Correspondence from Attorney Robin Snyder of Marshall, Dennehey, Warner, Coleman & Goggin, regarding Docket #17786-CV-2009.
Summary of Applications Received
Elementary – 2
Guidance – 8
History – 1
Art – 1
Speech - 1
WYOMINGAREASCHOOL DISTRICT
COMBINED WORK SESSION AND REGULAR MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2010, 7:00 P.M.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
- Congratulations to the 7th and 8th grade students of the month for November:
BANAS, JuliaBEDNARSKI, Drew
DeLUCA, SallyELLIOTT, Brandyn
FACCIPONTI, ChaslynGRESH, Cordell
LASHER, KeirstinMALLOY, Alexa
MELVIN, CourtneyNORWICKI, Kara
ROACH, JosephSCOBLE, Breanna
SMITH, EmilySPAGNUOLO, Gabrielle
TROTTINI, FrancescaWISOWATY, Brian
- The Guidance Department reported that they have forwarded in excess of 540 college transcripts during the current college application process as well as in excess of 400 letters of recommendation.
- Scholarship Information Night was held on January 14th with over 200 parents and students in attendance. Thanks to the Guidance Department, Administrators and Staff along with Student Council members for their help in making this event such a success. The Wyoming Area website is now active and anyone can access information regarding the majority of scholarships that are offered to our students. A community outreach and scholarship celebration is scheduled for May 27th in the Secondary Center Cafeteria to honor the donors and recipients of the various scholarships awarded to Wyoming Area students.
- January in Pennsylvaniais “SCHOOL DIRECTOR RECOGNITIONMONTH”. I would like to recognize our Board of Education, for their many years of dedicated service. The Board of Education demonstrates a unique commitment to our community’s future – our children.
WYOMING AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
COMBINED WORK SESSION AND REGULAR MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2010, 7:00 P.M.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
They represent the community’s beliefs and values when making decisions about the operation of the school(s) and ensure that tax dollars are spent wisely. They give of their time and many talents without compensation. We are all fortunate to have a Board committed to quality education and for always keeping the students first. On behalf of the entire Wyoming Area Staff and Community, I thank you.
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Treasurer’s Report
Checking Money Market
Bank Account Account Account
Landmark BankGeneral Fund 7,737,578.55
First NationalGeneral Fund 91,294.36
Community Bank
Fidelity BankGeneral Fund 275,243.67
Wachovia BankGeneral Fund 83,975.33
Landmark BankDelinquent Tax Fund 109,804.65
PNC BankPayroll Acct. 2,655.13
Fidelity BankPayroll Acct. 921.46
Landmark BankCafeteria Acct. 186,442.58
Landmark BankStudent Activities Acct. 105,003.63
Landmark BankAthletic Fund Acct. 15,690.11
PNC BankCapital Projects Fund 1,093,082.56
Bank Investment Acct.
PNC BankCapital Projects Fund 6,305.39
Bank Construction Acct.
PNC BankEnergy Performance 30,603.58
Proceeds Fund
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Finance Report
- Received the following checks:
Don Wilkinson Agency (Dec.)
Earned Income Tax218,447.84
Local State Tax 2,370.83
Per Capita Tax 1,884.10
Total: 222,702.77
Local Realty Transfer Tax
James Red O’Brien(Nov.) 7,571.18
Luzerne County
James Red O’Brien (Dec.) 7,914.83
Luzerne County Total: 15,486.01
2009 Real Estate Taxes
George Miller 70,133.16
West Pittston Borough
Carol Bardzel 30,198.33
Exeter Twp., Wyoming County
Robert Connors145,559.49
West Wyoming Borough
Paul Konopka 87,993.47
Wyoming Borough
Wayman Smith 182,138.37
Exeter Twp., Luzerne County
Tom Polacheck166,234.43
Exeter Borough
Total: 682,257.25
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Finance Report
Tuition
Wilkes-Barre Area School District 2,302.26
2008-09 school year
Luzerne Intermediate Unit
IDEA B Pass Thru Funds for 08-09 237,876.00
Refund
Shamokin Area School District 239.80
06-07
State & Federal Subsidy Payments
Social Security45,128.00
Retirement76,879.36
Title I-Improving Basic Programs32,162.27
ARRA – Title I Part A15,934.76
Title II-Improving Teacher Quality 8,623.13
Drug Free Schools 596.64
Basic Education Funding 892,905.78
School District Special Education 325.79
School District Transportation 230,671.00
Non Public Transportation38,885.00
Reimbursement of Charter Schools 6,353.00
Total: 1,348,464.73
Miscellaneous
District Court 11-2-01 48.70
Payment for Use of Facilities
Scranton Public Theatre 250.00
Partial payment for use of auditorium
- Approve the January payment of $72,362.69 to the Luzerne Intermediate Unit in accordance with the terms of the approved contract agreement for programs and services for the 2009-2010 school year.
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Finance Report
- Approve the January payment of $40,906.00 to the West Side Career and Technology Center for the 2009-2010 school year.
- Ratify the approval of the UGI Energy Services Master Natural Gas Sales Agreement.The agreement is for the period January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2010.
- Approve to authorize the district to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide for Electric Capacity (Generation) and Transmission for various district electric accounts.
- Approve to authorize the Secretary of the Board to advertise the following bids for the 2010-2011 school year: General Supplies, Band Supplies/Equipment, Music Supplies, Marching Band, Art Supplies, Physical Education, Athletic Medical, Nursing, Janitorial Supplies, Industrial Arts, Science Supplies, Electrical/Maintenance Supplies, Award Jackets, Fuel Oil.
- Approve to appoint the law firm of Elliott Greenleaf and Dean, specifically Attorney Jack Dean as Head Labor Negotiator for the Professional Staff Contract.
- Approve the attached 2009-2010 Property Tax Abatements as requested by the applicable tax collectors. The original property tax bill was paid and reported at the higher assessed value creating a refund due to the property owner.
- Approve the February 15, 2010 Note payment to PNC Bank in the amount of $102,280.22 associated with the Energy Performance Contract of the Wyoming Area School District.
- Approve the attached resolution relative to Act I – Taxpayer Relief Act which states the Board of Education certifies that it will not increase any school district tax for the 2010-2011 school year at a rate that exceeds the index as calculated by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
- Approve the attached list of invoices for January submitted for payment from the Capital Project Account.
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Finance Report
- Approve the General Ledger Sheet:
Bill Listing:1-26-10 515,334.45
Prepaids:12-10-0940,559.47 555,893.92
Cafeteria Account:91,408.09
Athletic Account: 3,291.0094,699.09
Total: 650,593.01
Motion by ______, second by ______, to accept the Finance Report.
Roll Call:
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Education Report
- Reporting as per Federal Regulations Requirements that the District’s Federal Programs, (Title I, Title II and Drugs and Alcohol) have been planned for the 2009-2010 school year. Anyone desiring information regarding these programs, contact Janet Serino, District Principal of Curriculum, at the District’s Business Office.
- Ratify the approval of the Memo of Understanding between Wyoming Area Education Association and Wyoming Area School District to allow any member of the professional staff to voluntarily donate one sick leave day during the 2009-2010 school year to professional employee Kim Marchesini.
- Ratify the approval of Diane Dennis, Health/Physical Education Teacher, to take a sick leave for six weeks starting January 18, 2010 until Monday, March 1, 2010.
- Approve the revised teacher substitute list for the 2009-2010 school year.
- Approve the Planned Course revisions for the 2009-2010 school year.
- Approve Janet Serino, District Principal of Curriculum, to attend the Pennsylvania Federal Program Coordinators Annual Conference in Hershey, PA., Sunday, March 21st through Wednesday, March 24, 2010. Registration cost of $360.00, lodging cost of $594.51, and mileage reimbursement to be funded by Title II funds.
- Approve Deb Popson, Special Education Supervisor, to attend the Pennsylvania Department of Education/Bureau of Special Education Conference on “Making a Difference: Educational Practices that Work” in Hershey, PA., on Tuesday, April 6th through Friday, April 9, 2010. Registrationcost of $125.00 to be provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Lodging cost of $452.88 and mileage reimbursement to be funded within the Special Education budget of the General Fund.
- Approve Jennifer Hines for tenure having completed three years of satisfactory service as a temporary professional employee, recommended by the Superintendent of schools.
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Education Report
- Approve to rescind the posting for Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT) Coach.
- Approve the proposal to provide a Credit Union Student Run Branch and Educational Resources to High School Students submitted by John Hayduk, President of the UFCW Federal Credit Union.
- Approve the request of Josephine Belza, Elementary Teacher, to extend her child bearing/child rearing leave until April 30, 2010.
- Approve the request of Rosella Fedor, Special Program Advisor, to hold the 6thAnnual Career Day at St. Anthony’s Center facility on Thursday, May 20, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Accept, with regret, Ellyn Salmon’s letter of intent to retire effective at the end of the 2009-2010 school year.
- Motion to approve the Agreement between Wyoming Area School District and Therapy Source to provide Speech and Language services through June 30, 2010 at a rate of $72.00 per hour subject to review of the solicitor.
Motion by ______, second by ______to accept the Education Report.
Roll Call:
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Activities Report
- Approve the request of Narda Sperrazza, Music Teacher, to accompany three students to the PMEA District 9 Chorus on Wednesday, January 27th to Friday, January 29, 2010 at Wallenpaupak/Honesdale High School at a total cost of 357.44 for registration and housing for students. In addition, the district will incur lodging costs of $208.25and mileage reimbursement for the music teacher.
- Approve the request of Randy Spencer, Head Football Coach, to attend the NIKE Coach of the Year Clinic, along with Assistant Coaches: Joe Pizano, Mike Fanti and Jason Speece, Thursday, February 4th to Saturday, February 6, 2010 in Atlantic City, NJ. The district will reimburse mileage only.
- Approve the appointment of the following head spring coaches for the 2010 spring season:
BaseballCharles Andrewscavage 3,965.00
SoftballTabled
Track & FieldJoe Pizano 3,965.00
Girls SoccerRoberto Sosa 3,965.00
Boys VolleyballNoah Pickett 1,815.00
Boys TennisJustin DeSanto 1,340.00
- Approve the request of Shea Riley, Music Teacher, to accompany a student to the PMEA Region Orchestra at Reading High School Wednesday, February 24th to Saturday, February 27, 2010. The district will incur registration costof $78.00, hotel costof $313.02 and mileage reimbursement.
Motion by ______, second by ______, to accept the Activities Report.
Roll Call:
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Building Report
- Approve the request of Bill Petrucci, Player Agent for the Wyoming/West Wyoming Little League, to use the Secondary Center gym for Little League try-outs on Saturday, February 27, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., pending approval by the building principal and athletic director.
- Approve the request of Ron Musto, Baseball Coach, to use the Secondary Center auditorium to conduct a Baseball Seminar for players and coaches on Sunday, February 28, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., pending approval by the building principal and athletic director. All proceeds will benefit the Greater Pittston American Legion Baseball Program.
- Approve the request of Barbara Anzalone, Northeastern PA. Academy of Dancing, to use the Secondary Center auditorium for a dance performance Friday, June 25, 2010 for rehearsal and Saturday, June 26, 2010 for the dance performance from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., pending approval by the building principal.
- Approve the request of Drew Nat, Wyoming Area Softball Parents Association, to use the Secondary Center cafeteria including kitchen facilities for their annual softball ziti/craft show on Sunday, March 21, 2001, 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Set up is requested for Saturday, March 20, 2010 7:00 p.m., pending approval by the building principal and cafeteria manager.
- Approve the request of Drew Nat, Wyoming Area Softball Parents Association, to use the Secondary Center cafeteria for “Meet the Warriors” on Thursday, March 11, 2010 at 7:00 p.m., pending approval by the building principal and cafeteria manager.
- Ratify the approvalof the Drama Parents Clubto hold a pasta dinner in the Secondary Center cafeteria on Sunday, January 10, 2010.
- Approve the request of Dana Kuhns, District Director of Boy Scouts of America, requesting permission to use the Secondary Center gym for District Derby Day on Saturday, April 10, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.,pending approval by the building principal and athletic director. Access to the gym on Friday night is also requested.
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Building Report
- Approve the request of Catherine Hague, Administrative Professional, to take a medical leave effective February 1, 2010 until further notice.
Motion by ______, second by ______, to accept the Building Report.
Roll Call:
Wyoming Area School District
Combined Work Session/Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
Police Report
Police Report for the Month of December 2009
Total Calls for Service: 33
- The SPO is in the process of planning an anti-bullying program with Magistrate Joseph Carmody for the beginning of February with the 7th and 8th grade students in the High School.
Motion by ______, second by ______, to accept the Police Report.
Roll Call:
Wyoming Area School District