5-4-16 Minutes - Public - Howell Township Public Schools

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POST OFFICE BOX 579
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
200 SQUANKUM/YELLOWBROOK ROAD
HOWELL, N.J. 07731
Howell Township Public Schools
PROUD OF OUR SCHOOLS – CONCERNED FOR OUR CHILDREN
RONALD SANASAC
Assistant Superintendent for
Business Administration/Board Secretary
MINUTES
(732) 751-2480 ext. 3801
FAX (732) 938-3964
EMAIL: [email protected]
A Regular Meeting and 2016-2017 Public Budget Hearing of the Howell Township Board of
Education was called to order at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 in the Cafetorium of
Howell Township Middle School North, 501 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road, Farmingdale, New
Jersey.
AGENDA
DISTRICT GOALS 2016
Student Achievement:
 To foster a learning environment that emphasizes personalized learning, student
empowerment, and standards-aligned student growth.
District Culture & Climate:
 Sustain a positive culture of learning within the current building structures.
Community Interaction:
 Increase community outreach and district transparency through multiple
mediums of communication.
Technology:
 Transform educational settings through the use of technology to foster
progressive learning environments.
BOARD GOALS
Governance:
 The Board will utilize the workshop model to improve the Board’s knowledge on
educational issues in the district.
Boardsmanship:
 The Board will develop and implement an in district orientation for new Board
members.
Student Achievement:
 The Board will use data to inform decision-making regarding student success.
Regular BOE Meeting & Public Hearing
May 4, 2016
A.
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Roll Call- Salute to Flag:
PRESENT: Suzanne M. Brennan Board Member (7:05 PM),
Mark A Bonjavanni Board Vice President, Mary Cerretani Board Member,
Denise M. Lowe Board Member, MaryRose Malley Board Member,
Albert Miller Board Member, James A. Moretti Board Member,
Timothy P. O'Brien Board President
ABSENT:
Jeanne DePompo Board Member
OTHERS PRESENT: Joseph Isola, Superintendent, Patricia Callander, Assistant
Superintendent of Pupil Services, Bruce Preston, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum
and Personnel, Ronald Sanasac, Assistant Superintendent for Business
Administration/Board Secretary, Jan L. Wouters, Esq., Board Attorney, Theresa George,
Administrative Secretary and approximately 7 citizens, employees and reporters.
Mr. Isola requested for the Board and public to remain standing to observe a moment of
silence in honor of the passing of Dr. Steven Mayer, Superintendent of Robbinsville
School District. Mr. Isola stated Dr. Mayer was formerly a teacher at Griebling
Elementary School. Mr. Isola remarked on how he has heard such resounding love for
Dr. Mayer and the fact that he always put children first.
Mr. Robert Young and Ms. Jennifer Teller led students from Ramtown Elementary
School in the performance to of the Pledge of Allegiance in American Sign Language.
Mr. Young informed the Board students were studying a language arts unit about gorillas
and specifically, Coco the Sign Language Gorilla. After seeing the amount of interest by
students, Mr. Young and Ms. Teller requested for Mrs. Kelly Quinn, Teacher of the Deaf
to visit the classroom and teach the students words in sign language. Mr. Young noted
Mrs. Quinn used her prep time to come over from another school and assist in teaching
the students the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Ramtown students were presented with certificated from Board Members Mrs.
Cerretani and Mr. Miller.
B.
Announcement by President:
"Adequate notices of this meeting, as required by Chapter 231, PL 1975, were distributed
by the Secretary on April 28, 2016."
C.
Board President's & Superintendent's Remarks Regarding Recognitions:
1.
HTEF Annual Race to Educate T-Shirt Contest
Mr. O’Brien announced members of the Howell Township Education Foundation,
Mr. Larry Gurman, Ms. Suzanne Vietengruber, and Mr. Michael Fleming will
present awards to students who participated in the HTEF T-Shirt Art Contest. Mr.
Sanasac welcomed Mr. Gurman to address the Board.
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Mr. Larry Gurman thanked the Board on behalf of the HTEF for giving them the
opportunity to present these awards this evening. Mr. Gurman informed the Board
awards are presented to the top five finalist students who participated in the design
contest for the 7th Annual Race to Educate which will take place on Saturday, May
14, 2016, Middle School South. Mr. Gurman remarked 300 students submitted
designs and noted the winning design will be placed on gift bags and t-shirts to be
distributed during the Race to Educate event.
Mr. Gurman announced the names of the finalists while Ms. Vietengruber displayed
the students’ artwork. Mr. Fleming presented each finalist with the student’s
artwork placed in a frame, a $10.00 gift card, while Mr. O'Brien and Mr. Moretti
presented each student with a certificate. Ms. Vietengruber stated the finalists’
artwork may be used on HTEF’s advertisements during the course of the year.
Mr. Gurman announced the recipient of the winning design, Morgan Burger, who is
a seventh grade student at Middle School North. He noted the artwork will be
placed on the gift bags and t-shirts. Ms. Vietengruber described the difficulty in
selecting the winner due to the numerous excellent designs submitted. Mr. Gurman
informed the Board the winning designer is also a recipient of a $100.00 gift card.
Ms. Vietengruber encouraged all to attend this fun event on May 14th. She explained
the event will help raise money for grants which in turn are given back to the
classrooms.
Mr. O’Brien thanked the HTEF stating it is an incredible opportunity for students to
receive grants inside and outside the classrooms. He maintained the Race to Educate
is a terrific occasion and hopes all will participate.
2.
2016 Goetz Academic Bowl
Mr. Isola reported each year students participate in the Goetz Academic Bowl. He
requested for Mr. Preston provide further details.
Mr. Preston informed the Board each year students from Project Plus and Project
Goal programs participate in the Goetz Academic Bowl at the Carl W. Goetz Middle
School in Jackson. They competed against 21 other schools from Monmouth and
Ocean Counties. A team of six students per school competed against their grade
level peers in a modified Jeopardy game. Questions were divided into six subject
areas and graduated in difficulty throughout the competition. The top three teams in
each grade level received trophies.
Mr. Preston announced the names of the first place winners who participated in the
Goetz Academic Bowl. Dr. Lowe and Ms. Malley presented each student with a
certificate.
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Technology Student Association State Conference
Mr. Isola welcomed Ms. Claire Engle to the floor to address the Board regarding the
recent New Jersey Technology Student Associate Conference (TSA).
Ms. Engle informed the Board participation continues to grow in New Jersey. Ms.
Engle stated this year the conference hosted 675 students and increased the number
of events offered to thirty-three. One of the new events this year includes Children’s
Stories where participants would create and illustrate a children’s story which
incorporates educational and social values. Ms. Engle announced one of the teams
from Howell placed first in that category. Another event recently added is Forensic
Technologies where participants take a written test of basic science theory to qualify
as a semi-finalist. The semi-finalist would then demonstrate their ability to use
forensic technology and skills by collecting evidence from and analyzing a mock
crime scene.
Ms. Engle announced the Howell Township TSA Chapter came home with 21
trophies and declared 30 students will go on to compete at the National Conference
in Nashville, Tennessee.
Ms. Engle thanked the Board of Education and Administration for supporting the
TSA program each year.
Ms. Engle requested for Ms. Debbie Sales, Middle School North TSA Advisor to
recognize to students from Middle School North. Ms. Sales thanked the Board for
their continued support. She stated this year Middle School North faced the
challenge of combining two very successful TSA Chapters into one. Ms. Sales
noted membership at Middle School North increased from fifty-two students to now
reflect one hundred and ten participants this year. She noted with the support of
Administration students accomplished a goal of continuing the high standard the
district has come to know and expect. Ms. Sales stated the students were very
successful this year, as will be revealed once the awards are distributed.
Ms. Sales shared with the Board students also participated in a TEAMS (Tests of
Engineering Aptitude Math and Science) event where a team of eight students work
collaboratively to solve real life engineering problems. Ms. Sales stated there were
two TEAMS from Middle School North this year.
Ms. Sales congratulated all the winners on a fantastic job well done. She announced
the names of the winners while Mr. Bonjavanni and Ms. Brennan presented students
with medals and certificates.
Ms. Engle introduced Ms. Josh Langenberger, TSA Advisor at Middle School South.
Mr. Langenberger thanked the Board and Administration for their continued support.
He stated the students recognized tonight are tomorrow’s leaders and expressed his
pride in the number of students participating from Howell Township. He stated he is
sure Howell will be represented very well at the National Conference in Tennessee.
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Mr. Langenberger announced names of the winners from Middle School South.
Board Members Mr. Bonjavanni and Ms. Brennan presented students with medals
and certificates.
Mr. Bonjavanni stated he was fortunate to observe Mr. Langenberger’s class earlier
in the year and had the opportunity to see students work with solar energy. Mr.
Bonjavanni exclaimed student’s utilized equipment which came from a grant
provided by the Howell Township Education Foundation. He affirmed this ties in
perfectly with their presentation shown earlier this evening.
Mr. Isola thanked Ms. Sales and Mr. Langenberger for their great effort with
students and declared he concurs with Mr. Langenberger statement; these students
are tomorrow’s leaders.
Mr. Isola stated the he believes the new movement is to teach STEAM. He indicated
careers for students are being geared toward the science, mathematics and
technology world; adding as the education landscape continues to mature we will
start to see STEAM integrated into every classroom.
The Board took a brief recess at 7:40 PM, and reconvened at 7:43 PM with all Members of the
Board previously present, present again.
D.
Board President’s Comments:
Mr. O’Brien announced this week is Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week and
commented an example of the staff’s dedication was evident with the students in
attendance for the various programs awarded this evening.
Mr. O’Brien stated he is grateful for the incorporation of presentations from students at
every Board Meeting; noting it adds something invaluable to the proceedings.
Mr. O’Brien stated on behalf of the Board he would like to extend his appreciation for the
hard work and professionalism of the staff. He maintained the dedication given to the
excellence exhibited every day and the commitment of continuing to seek and encourage
the gift of critical thinking and creating lifelong learners. He thanked all staff members
for the incredible work they do.
Mr. O’Brien informed those present the budget will be discussed this evening. He listed
some of the many significant investments made including: primary grade literacy
adoptions, enhancing the grades three through five math curriculum, and additions and
upgrades to the bus fleet. He stated the bottom line is that the district has been successful
in building and continuing to support the Superintendent and his team in their mission to
provide not only a through and efficient education but to also go beyond that and provide
an excellent education. Mr. O’Brien maintained Howell has a reputation of being a top
district which came out of years of commitment to the students and staff and added this
district is not afraid to take risks and has taken on a leadership role. He noted due to the
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financial crisis situation in 2008-2009 there were significant cuts made in funding to
schools. Mr. O’Brien stated we fought back as a Board, district and community using
every opportunity to restore services in every way possible.
Mr. O’Brien remarked it is critical to control the costs of education. He noted one of the
commitments Mr. Isola has made is to operate with a greater operational efficiency in
order to focus more on providing educational programming. Mr. O’Brien indicated along
the way, the Board has exercised fiscal restraint. He noted during the last seven or eight
years, the district has been operating under a Cap, during which time the district held the
levy to be flat or down and the general funding spending overall has been kept to an
average increase of 1.45 %.
Mr. O’Brien noted if the district had gone to the Cap over the last seven years, the
general tax levy would now be at $83,790,000.00, as opposed to where it is now at
$71,000,000.00. He stated that is a difference of over twelve million dollars in spending
that was not spent, although the district had the taxable authority to do so. That is
because the Board recognized there had to be a balance. Mr. O’Brien indicated this year;
the Board has to spend more to invest in the quality of education provided to the
community. Mr. O’Brien indicated he celebrates this budget, adding no one wants to see
increases however increases are inevitable with costs rising. He stated the district has
been fiscally prudent over the years and noted the Superintendent has earned the
confidence of this Board, stating in years passed he had the opportunity to go up to 3%3.5% but came in at 1.5%, because that what was needed and did not have to go higher.
Mr. O’Brien stated this year Administration came back with a core budget which the
Finance, Operations and Education Committees have carefully examined. He noted
spending will not be a discretionary spending but based on mandatory spending to
accomplish what is needed. He added as trustees of this district, the Board is supportive
of that endeavor. Mr. O’Brien indicated the goal is to continue to be prudent while also
continuing to be responsible in providing support to leadership team and staff with the
best possible tools to get the job done.
Mr. O’Brien announced a milestone has been reached with the HTEA and commended
the Labor Committee and the HTEA for the process completed so far. He noted there are
further negotiations on going.
Mr. O’Brien requested for a Board Workshop to be scheduled on a Saturday in June. He
stated is would be great to have a workshop format, where no business will be conducted.
He noted possible topics will include assessing the reconfiguration and the role
assessments. Mr. O’Brien requested for Mr. Bonjavanni and Mr. Moretti to reach out to
Assemblyman David Rible to determine if he can attend the workshop to discuss the
efficiency and frequency of statewide assessments. He added perhaps the Board can have
legislation done to change the frequency of assessments due to the high performing
scores obtained by this district. Mr. O’Brien stated this will create dialogue to enhance
education especially regarding the frustration surrounding PARCC Assessment.
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Superintendent's & Board Secretary's Report:
Mr. Isola stated the reconfiguration is doing just fine as evidenced by the opportunity for
the Board to see how our youngsters grow, perform, and succeed as we celebrate them
throughout the year.
1.
PARCC Administration
Mr. Isola reported aside from a limited number of make-ups the district has
completed a very successful administration of PARCC testing. Mr. Isola described
the amount of work, resources and effort done to maximize the experience for our
students while in the testing window. Mr. Isola expressed kudos to the entire staff
did a great job to ensure students were ready.
Mr. Isola thanked Ms. Claire Engle and the Office of Information Technology for
their efforts and also thanked Mrs. Jacqueline Moore, Supervisor State & Federal
Programs for her leadership. Mr. Isola exclaimed it is a labor intensive process
however it is a source of pride for a school district this size and administration of the
assessments proceeded seamlessly.
Mr. Isola indicated although the state had a problem with their server on a particular
day during the testing window, it did not impact our testing since testing was not
administered that day.
2.
April Suspensions
Mr. Isola distributed the suspension report to the Board and reported there were ten
suspensions for the month of April.
3.
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
Mr. Isola announced this week marks Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week, he
added we certainly have a staff to be appreciative of. Mr. Isola indicated the staff
continues to do what is right for children and continuously puts that need ahead of
all others. He informed the Board he had the opportunity to send out a video
message to the staff yesterday to express his gratitude. Mr. Isola stated he would
like to publicly thank the wonderful teachers and staff members in this district and
thanked the Board for their support. Mr. Isola quoted “Not all Superheroes wear
capes,” which he expressed is relevant for our teaching staff.
Mr. Isola declared today is recognized as National School Nurse Day. He stated
each school nurse received a note thanking them for their efforts and care they
provide for our children and staff.
4.
Race to Educate
Mr. Isola announced May 14, 2016 is the date set for the Race to Educate event at
Middle School South. He encouraged all to attend and to lend their support.
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HTEA Negotiations
Mr. Isola thanked the members of the Negotiations Committee on the Board and
members of the HTEA for their major step towards a settlement and the
Memorandum of Agreement. Mr. Isola gave kudos to both parties for putting an
agreement in place which hopefully gets ratified soon. Mr. Isola stated he truly
appreciates everyone’s efforts involved in the process.
6.
Arbor Day
Mr. Isola informed the Board last week the district celebrated Arbor Day. He noted
in partnership with the Municipality saplings were donated and planted at certain
schools. Mr. Isola stated it was a wonderful and successful day throughout the
community.
7.
Grade Transitions
Mr. Isola informed the Board orientation programs for students transitioning to
higher grade level buildings have begun. Mr. Isola indicated he is excited to see the
partnership between sister schools to make the transition a comfortable one for our
youngsters.
8.
Paint the Town Pink
Mr. Isola stated he would like to celebrate the importance of Paint the Town Pink
during the month of May. He noted in addition to the banners hanging behind the
dais and Board Members and Administration are wearing pink in recognition of
breast cancer awareness. Mr. Isola informed the Board this is the second year the
district is partnering with the Township to raise awareness.
Mr. Isola reported he received a letter on May 1st from an employee who recently
returned to work. During last year’s Pink Out, she was inspired to go for a screening
and subsequently discovered she had breast cancer. Mr. Isola stated the employee
wrote she is convinced she would not be alive if it was not for the Paint the Town
Pink awareness.
Mr. Isola maintained raising awareness for these causes, including wearing blue for
Autism in April, are very important gestures as educators or a body of governance
for educational purposes adding it is critical to take our civic duties seriously to raise
awareness for meaningful causes. Mr. Isola reported so many of our staff and
families are faced with these challenges.
Mr. Isola reported on Monday, May 16, 2016 the district will hold a Pink Out to
support the cause and hopefully save a life.
May 4, 2016
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Public Budget Hearing:
2016-2017 Budget Presentation:
Mr. Ronald Sanasac, Assistant Superintendent for
Mr. Sanasac addressed the Board and thanked the Board, Administration and Committees
for their input and discussions to come up with a needs based budget. Mr. Sanasac
thanked the Board for their faith in Administration, and also thanked Mrs. Callander and
Mr. Preston for their assistance and collaboration.
Mr. Sanasac reported this is the public budget hearing and reported that this budget
represents the educational goals through a financial perspective and it is a needs based
budget. He maintained he has faith that when the needs based budget is presented, the
Board and Administration will support it. Mr. Sanasac stated the money leads to the
success of the students as evidenced this evening.
Mr. Sanasac presented the Budget Presentation for the 2016 - 2017 Budget Hearing.
A COPY OF THE BUDGET PRESENTATION IS AVAILABLE ON THE DSITRICT
WEBSITE.
Upon conclusion of the budget presentation, Mr. O’Brien opened the Board to questions.
Mr. O’Brien stated this is a public hearing for the community to become familiar with the
budget. He informed the public each Board Member had the opportunity to review the
presented budget at length, as well as the opportunity to reach out through Committees or
to Administration. He re-affirmed the Board’s faith in Administration and the process.
Mr. O’Brien reported the bottom line is that the Board’s long term focus is staying with
the core needs. Mr. O’Brien repeated, as Mr. Isola pointed out, this budget is what is
needed this year in order to accomplish the mission of the district.
Mr. Sanasac repeated that this is a public hearing and therefore requested permission
from the Board President to open the floor to the public for questions.
At 8:30 PM, Public Comments on the Budget were opened.
1. Mr. Ira Thor, Farmingdale requested clarification as to what the biggest
expenditures in the budget are. Mr. Sanasac explained that many of the increases
were inflationary. He stated the non-inflationary items were those mentioned
earlier in the presentation such as expansion of the workshop model for primary
literacy grades K-2, Fundations program for Pre-K - 2 early literacy program,
expansion of the 3-5 grade math program Realize 2.0, in addition to supplies and
training for the next generation of science standards.
Mr. Thor inquired if there are any additional initiatives added to bring the cost up.
Mr. Sanasac responded there are not except for those just repeated, however he
noted each of the programs he listed also bring with it cost of supplies, training,
professional development, substitutes, committees, etc.
At 8:32 PM, Public Comments on the Budget were closed.
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Executive Session:
WHEREAS, the Sen. Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et
seq., (the “Act”) provides that the Howell Township Board of Education may hold an
“Executive Session” from which the public is excluded to discuss matters that are
confidential or are one of the nine (9) subject matters listed Section 12(b) of the Act;
and
WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Business Administrator that the Howell
Township Board of Education go into Executive Session on May 4, 2016 at 8:32 PM
to discuss matters that are permissible for discussion in Executive Session; and
WHEREAS, that the Board hereby declares that its discussion of the following
subject(s) will be made public at a time when the public’s interest in disclosure is
greater than any privacy or governmental interest being protected from disclosure.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Howell Township Board of
Education that the Board shall go into Executive Session to discuss the following
items:
1. Discussion with Legal Counsel Regarding an Application
2. Personnel Matter
3. HIB Report
4. Update on HTEA Labor
5. Labor Update on Administrative Employees
ITEMS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION MAY RESULT IN BOARD
ACTION WHEN THE BOARD RECONVENES TO PUBLIC SESSION.
Convene to Executive Session
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
Albert Miller, Board Member
James A. Moretti, Board Member
Suzanne M. Brennan, Mark A Bonjavanni, Mary Cerretani, Denise M.
Lowe, MaryRose Malley, Albert Miller, James A. Moretti, Timothy P.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
The Board convened to Executive Session at 8:32 PM and reconvened to Public Session at 9:49
PM with all Members of the Board previously present, present again.
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Approval of Minutes:
Regular Board of Education Meeting Minutes, April 13, 2016
Executive Session Meeting Minutes, April 13, 2016
MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
I.
Mary Cerretani, Board Member
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Correspondence:
1. Memorandum to the Board from the Secretary to the Superintendent dated April 28,
2016 attaching recent local media articles pertaining to the district.
2. Parent Internet Safety Presentation Flyer presented by Barnabas Health Institute for
Prevention, May 2, 2016
3. Notices of the following meetings:
a. Finance Committee - April 12, 2016, 7:00 p.m.
b. Labor Relations Committee - April 25, 2016, 7:00 p.m.
c. Community Interaction - April 26, 2016, 6:00 p.m.
d. Finance Committee - April 27, 2016, 7:00 p.m.
e. Operations Committee - May 2, 2016, 5:00 p.m.
f. Safety Committee - May 2, 2016, 7:00 p.m.
g. Regular and 2016-2017 Public Budget Hearing Board of Education Meeting May 4, 2016, 7:00 p.m.
J.
Committee Briefs and Liaison Reports:
1. PTA/PTO President’s Council
Mrs. Cerretani informed the Board the PTA/PTO President’s Council met on April
26th with Mr. Isola and Mr. Preston in attendance, along with many of the PTA/PTO
Presidents. Mrs. Cerretani noted there were concerns raised about the headphones
being used for PARCC testing. Mr. Isola informed the Council he is meeting with the
principals the next day to discuss the matter.
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Mrs. Cerretani stated the issue of how to get information out to the district was raised.
One suggestion was to use social media and possibly having the Board attend the first
PTA/PTO meeting, or perhaps videotape events and put out on social media.
The PTA/PTO Council requested for the district to put out a notice when report cards
are available online. Mrs. Cerretani stated sometimes parents are unaware when the
report cards are available online.
Mrs. Cerretani stated there was concern raised regarding aides on school buses, not
only for grades K-2 but also about incidents on the middle school buses. Mrs.
Cerretani noted this issue has been addressed by the Operations and Safety
Committees.
2. Operations Committee
Mrs. Cerretani advised the Board the Operations Committee Meeting took place on
May 2nd. She noted in attendance were Mrs. Clark, Supervisor Transportation, Mr.
Jeffrey Sharp, Director Buildings-Grounds, Ms. Claire Engle, Director of Special
Projects and Mr. Thomas Aquino, Manager Technologies.
Mrs. Clark addressed the Committee regarding the budgeted items to be purchased,
six vans and six buses. This purchase will replace four vans and four buses which
have aged out and can no longer be put in service.
Mrs. Cerretani noted the Kindergarten Orientations will begin on May 18th. She
stated the trainings have begun regarding seat belts, color codes, etc.
Mr. Sharp addressed the Committee regarding equipment update. Mrs. Cerretani
informed the Board equipment was put up for auction and the district was able to get
beyond what was estimated.
Mr. Sharp spoke to the Committee about summer projects including roofs at the
middle schools, asphalt replacements to parking lots at Griebling, Aldrich and
possibly Ramtown, as well as concrete repairs.
The Committee was reminded during the summer the Recreation Camp is housed at
both middle schools. Mr. Sharp advised the Committee he would arrange for specific
areas to be used so as not to interrupt summer camp while ensuring the work will be
done to have students come back to safe buildings.
Mrs. Cerretani informed the Board the grant was accepted for Sustainable New Jersey
and will share the fellow with the Township.
Mrs. Cerretani advised the Board that Ms. Engle spoke to the Committee regarding
replacement of SIF (School Interoperability Framework) with the Level Data
program. Mr. Sanasac informed the Board the program Level Data will allow the
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district share all information immediately with a high level of consistency in addition
to match student information with State information. Mr. Sanasac reported this new
system will do more than the old system at $15,000.00 less. He added this is one of
the many operational efficiencies we strive for so that the district can dedicate the
money to education. Mr. Sanasac informed the Board the program Level Data is an
item on the agenda this evening for approval.
3. Policy Committee
Mrs. Callander informed the Board the Policy Committee did not meet since the last
Board Meeting.
4. Safety Committee
Mr. Moretti informed the Board the Committee met on May 2nd. He reported to the
Board Mr. Sanasac distributed documentation for the Committee regarding the State
of New Jersey 217th Legislature. Mr. Moretti stated pending legislation was
discussed and will be reviewed at future meetings for recommendation to the
Advocacy Committee.
Mr. Abline, Director of Security informed the Committee the Crisis Manual is in the
process of being reviewed.
Mr. Moretti informed the Board the deteriorating playground equipment at Land
O’Pines was discussed. He noted Mr. Sanasac currently has a bid out for a
replacement of the playground.
Mr. Moretti remarked bus safety was discussed and shared procedures are in place for
September. He noted it was determined by the Committee not to recommend aides
for buses. Mr. Moretti stated the district will continue with past practices, while also
adding training for parents on how to properly teach students the use of school bus
seat belts and indicated the implementation of seating charts will be done.
Mr. Moretti advised the Board the Committee discussed floor plans to assist with
Emergency Personnel. Mr. Moretti stated the Howell Township Police Department
has received the updated floor plans.
Mr. Moretti noted Mr. Abline is coordinating with local Police Departments to
discuss police and safety issues.
5. Legislative Issues
Mr. Moretti informed the Board there are no additional issues aside from what was
reported at the last Board Meeting.
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Mr. Moretti advised the Board the Special III legislation has passed the Senate and
has been presented to the Assembly for review.
Mr. Miller reported New Jersey School Boards Association sent out a text today for
the Advocacy Department advising Bill S2099 bill was passed. He noted this Bill
will take local control away from the tax payers and the Board of Educations if they
decided to move School Board elections from November back to April. Mr. Miller
noted NJSBA is requesting for all School Boards to oppose Bill S2099 by sending a
resolution or email to Senator Joseph Vitale.
Mr. Bonjavanni stated Bill S2099 is attempting to take away from districts and
municipalities the option of moving should they want to. This instead will be
mandated all elections in every district must be in November, thereby ensuring all
districts are the same and taking away local control.
Mr. Bonjavanni informed Board Members if they would like to receive alerts from
NJSBA, they can text a code and then they will start to receive those texts.
6. Education Committee
Dr. Lowe informed the Board the Committee did not meet last month.
announced the next Committee date is scheduled for May 18th.
She
7. Community Interaction
Mr. Bonjavanni notified the Board the Committee met on April 26th. He noted much
of meeting has been reported out by Mrs. Cerretani from the PTA/PTO President’s
Council meeting which took place immediately after the Community Interaction
meeting.
He added the Committee discussed bus aides noted the issue was also being discussed
at the Operations Committee.
Mr. Bonjavanni reported he asked the Committee to spread the word if they know a
Senator or representatives for the District to reach out to.
8. Finance Committee
Mr. Miller expressed his gratitude for the hard work in preparing the budget as well
as the other Committees who assisted. Mr. Miller thanked Barnabas Health Institute
for Prevention and Sgt. Thomas Rich for the excellent Parent Internet Safety
presentation held on May 2nd.
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9. Labor Committee
Mrs. Brennan thanked the Committee, Administrators and members of the HTEA for
their tremendous effort and hours of respectful dialogue. Mrs. Brennan stated she is
pleased to announce a tentative Memorandum of Agreement has been signed.
Mrs. Brennan informed the Board she is looking forward to working with the HTEA
to come to a conclusion on this task.
Mr. O’Brien congratulated the Committee and HTEA on such a successful
collaboration.
K.
Comments from the Public:
WHEREAS, the Howell Township Board of Education determines that the
comments from the public portion of the Board Meetings will last 45 minutes, and
WHEREAS, the Board determines that the public comments portion will be
conducted in accordance with Board Bylaw 0164.1, and individuals may be limited
to 3 minutes each, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Howell Township Board of
Education will cease conducting business and the meeting will be open to the public
at that time for a 45 minute period.
None.
L.
Unfinished Business:
None.
M.
Discussion Items:
1.
Board Retreat
Mr. O’Brien requested for a Board Retreat to take place on Saturday, June 4, 2016
beginning at 9:00a.m. and called for the Board Legislative Liaisons to invite
Assemblyman Rible and Senator Singer to the attend retreat.
Mr. Miller requested for the Board Self Evaluations to be completed within the next
two weeks to allow Kathy Winecoff, Representative of New Jersey School Boards
Association, to attend and review.
May 4, 2016
2.
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Diplomas
Mrs. Cerretani requested for diplomas to be presented during the graduation
ceremonies by the building Principals or Vice Principals, rather than a Board
Member for whom students cannot relate to.
Mr. Isola stated historically the Board Members present and the Principal assist.
However, if it is the direction of the Board he will reverse the order.
3.
Delegate Assembly Resolutions
Mr. Bonjavanni stated the resolutions Mr. Miller provided for review are up for
consideration at the Assembly. He requested for the Board to give any specific
comments or concerns they may have to present to the Assembly.
Discussion ensued amongst Board Members regarding the procedure of Assembly
Bills.
DISCUSSION ITEMS MAY RESULT IN BOARD ACTION.
N.
New Business - Consent Agenda Items:
2000 SERIES - PROGRAMS:
2000-1.
Participation in Howell Day 2016
Approve participation in Howell Day on Saturday, September 24, 2016.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
3000 SERIES - PROFESSIONAL STAFF:
The following actions have been recommended by the Chief School Administrator. Note: A
payroll deduction as a contribution towards health benefits per Chapter 78 P.L. 2011 will
be withheld.
May 4, 2016
3000-1.
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New Teacher Mentor(s)
Appoint the following New Teacher Mentor(s) for the 2015-2016 school year:
NEW TEACHER
Amanda Ferraro
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-2.
MENTOR/SCHOOL
Catherine Hendrickson/Aldrich
PAYMENT
$225.00
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Tuition Reimbursement
Approve the reimbursement of 50% of the tuition cost for the following graduate
course(s) being taken during the 2015-2016 school year. The staff member shall
be reimbursed consistent with contract upon successful completion of the
course(s):
SUMMER, 2016:
($849.00* average per credit - $1,274.00 maximum allowed for 3-credit
course) *Based on 2015-2016 Tuition Averages.
Tuition Cost
Tuition 50%
Betty Ferrigno, Newbury
EDAM 27559 - Law and
$1,995.00
$998.00
Ethics For School Leadership
(3 credits)
Rowan University
Principal Certificate
Stephen Rao, Ramtown
EDUC 6131 - Curriculum
Theory and Practice
(3 Credits)
Stockton University
Supervisor Certificate
Lorraine Mould, MSS
EDL 660 - Human Resource
Administration
(3 Credits)
$1,950.00
$975.00
$2,004.00
$1,002.00
May 4, 2016
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Item #3000-2 Continued.
Thomas Edison State
University
Supervisory Certificate
Alexandra Zweig, Memorial
ABA 513 - Verbal Behavior
(3 credits)
Georgian Court University
M.A., Applied Behavior
Analysis
Lauren Cadott, LOP
EDL 522 - Early Literacy and
Language Development
(3 Credits)
Monmouth University
P-3 Endorsement
Lauren Cadott, LOP
EDL 521 - Early Childhood
Family, School and
Community Collaboration in a
Diverse Society
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-3.
$2,517.00
$1,259.00
$3,141.00
$1,274.00
$3,141.00
$1,274.00
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
In-School Extra Help Advisor
Appoint the following In-School Extra Help Advisor for the 2015 - 2016 school
year, at a stipend of $800.00 per Advisor.
NAME
Rita Lyristis
SCHOOL
MSN
SUBJECT/GRADE
Math/Grade 6
May 4, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-4.
Page 19
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
LOA for Teacher
Approve the following leave of absence for Christopher Collins, Grade 7 Social
Studies Teacher at Middle School North:
LEAVE
Family Leave
Without Pay
With Benefits
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-5.
FROM
April 26, 2016
(8 weeks as needed)
THROUGH
June 30, 2016
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
LOA for School Nurse
Approve the following leave of absence for Janet Martin, Itinerant School Nurse:
LEAVE
Medical Leave
With Pay
With Benefits
FROM
May 9, 2016
( 2 personal days/ 20 sick days)
THROUGH
June 8, 2016
Ext. Medical Leave
Without Pay
With Benefits
June 9, 2016
(12 weeks)
June 30, 2016
May 4, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-6.
Page 20
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Resignation of Teacher
Accept with regret, the resignation of Jennifer Fischer, Itinerant Music Teacher
effective July 1, 2016.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-7.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Resignation of Teacher
Accept with regret, the resignation of Jeffery Small, Special Education Teacher at
Middle School South effective July 1, 2016.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-8.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Substitute Teacher(s) $85 Per Day
Approve the following individual(s) to the position of Substitute Teacher(s) for
the 2015-2016 school year, at the rate of $85.00 per day, as needed:
Brianna Fox
May 4, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-9.
Page 21
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Substitute Teacher(s) $100 Per Day
Approve the following individual(s) to the position of Substitute Teacher(s) for
the 2015-2016 school year at the rate of $100.00 per day, as needed:
Christine Sanchez
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-10.
Danielle Steppat
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Substitute Home Instructor
Appoint the following home instructor at the rate of $25.00 per hour, as needed,
for eligible students:
Danielle Steppat
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
May 4, 2016
3000-11.
Page 22
Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission
Appoint Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission, Piscataway, NJ,
to provide the following service for the 2015-2016 school year, on an as needed
basis.
Home Instruction Services
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-12.
$45.00 per hour
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Teachers to Participate in IEP Meetings
Approve the following teachers to participate in IEP meetings and assist child
study team members in developing the IEPs (summer testing) at the rate of $25.00
per hour on an as needed basis (IDEA Basic/Preschool Grant Funded):
Michele Clays
Kelly Fyfe
Eileen Levine
Lauren Townsend
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-13.
Terri Cooney
Wendy Halperin
Lynn Sutphen
Janet Wasserman
Kristina Cruz
Cathy Kuegler
Sally Thompson
Kristina Yutko
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Preschool Screenings
Approve the following staff members to conduct preschool screenings during the
summer months at the rate of $25.00 per hour, on an as needed basis (IDEA
Preschool Grant Funded):
Teresa Dowling
Elaine Mack
Lauren Townsend
Lee Dugar
Michele Martins
Nicole Hanrahan
Heather Matvienko
May 4, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-14.
Page 23
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Child Study Team Evaluations
Approve the following child study team members to conduct child study team
evaluations at the casework rate of $250.00 per assessment, $50.00 per IEP
development for case manager, on an as needed basis (IDEA Basic/Preschool
Grant Funded):
Learning Consultants
Laura Carolan
Nicole Hanrahan
Susan Liggett
School Psychologists
Scott Aidlen
Michele Martins
Susan Stoia
Speech Therapists
Laya Fisher
Elaine Mack
Occupational Therapists
Shana Kopciel
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-15.
Social Workers
Heather Matvienko
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
One-to-One Nursing Services
Appoint Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. to provide one-to-one nursing services
for a special education student for the 2015-2016 school year at the rate of $39.00
per hour for a LPN and $46.00 per hour for a RN. (IDEA Grant Funded)
May 4, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
3000-16.
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O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Workshop Registration and Mileage
Authorize the registration and/or approval of applicable mileage for travel to the
attached workshops in accordance with P.L. 2007c53 and Federal Office of
Management and Budget Guidelines.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
4000 SERIES - SUPPORT STAFF:
The following actions have been recommended by the Chief School Administrator. Note: A
payroll deduction as a contribution towards health benefits per Chapter 78 P.L. 2011 will
be withheld.
4000-1.
LOA for Special Education Teacher Assistant
Approve the following leave of absence for Susan Ryan, Special Education
Teacher Assistant at Land O’Pines School:
LEAVE
Medical Leave
Without Pay
Without Benefits
FROM
April 18, 2016
(2 weeks)
THROUGH
April 29, 2016
May 4, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
4000-2.
Page 25
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
LOA for Special Education Teacher Assistant
Approve the following leave of absence for Laurie Pietropollo, Special Education
Teacher Assistant at Griebling School:
LEAVE
Medical Leave
With Pay
With Benefits
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
4000-3.
FROM
April 18, 2016
(20 sick days)
THROUGH
May 13, 2016
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
LOA Extension for Help Desk Specialist
Approve the following leave of absence extension for Shannon Cutaneo, Help
Desk Specialist at Middle School North:
LEAVE
Medical Leave
Without Pay
With Benefits
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
FROM
April 21, 2016
(2 weeks)
THROUGH
May 9, 2016
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
May 4, 2016
4000-4.
Page 26
Extend Substitute Limited Employment
Extend the contract of Angela Weeks, Help Desk Specialist at Middle School
North, from April 21, 2016 through May 9, 2016, at Step 1, $17,550.00, prorated.
(Replacing Shannon Cutaneo - Medical Leave)
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
4000-5.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Bus Driver Leave of Absence
Approve the following leave of absence for Ruby Kent, Bus Driver.
LEAVE
Medical Leave
Without Pay
With Benefits
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
4000-6.
FROM
April 25, 2016
(18 days)
THROUGH
May 18, 2016
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
LOA for Maintenance
Approve the following leave of absence for Clemente Martinez, Buildings &
Grounds Maintenance Department:
LEAVE
Personal Leave
Without Pay
With Benefits
FROM
April 12, 2016
(19 days)
THROUGH
May 6, 2016
May 4, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
4000-7.
Page 27
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
LOA for Custodian
Approve the following leave of absence for Dedita Trappe, Night Head Custodian
at Ramtown School:
LEAVE
Personal Leave
Without Pay
With Benefits
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
4000-8.
FROM
April 22, 2016
(11 days)
THROUGH
May 6, 2016
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Retirement of Mechanic
Accept with regret the retirement of Addison Clark, Mechanic in the
Transportation Department, effective May 1, 2016.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
May 4, 2016
4000-9.
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Transfer Fulltime Custodian
Approve the transfer of Sherene Olden, Fulltime Custodian at Griebling School to
Fulltime Custodian at Memorial School, effective April 25, 2016.
PC# CUS-GRI-CUS-NA-05 to PC# CUS-MEM-CUS-NA-03
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
4000-10.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Resignation of Hourly Custodian
Accept the resignation of Mark McCloud, Hourly Evening Custodian, effective
April 8, 2016.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
4000-11.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Summer Hourly Custodians
Approve the following individuals for the position of Hourly Custodian for the
2016 Summer from July 5, 2016 - August 25, 2016 at the rate of $12.66 per hour.
(Existing BOE 10-Month Employees)
Mary Ellen Motto
Karin Musinski
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
Robert Patetta
Michael Stevenson
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
May 4, 2016
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5000 SERIES - PUPILS:
5000-1.
Tuition Student - Freehold Boro
Accept a special education tuition student from Freehold Boro School District to
attend our Behavioral Disabled Class at Middle School South for the 2015-2016
school year at a tuition rate of $48,408.00, prorated effective April 8, 2016.
(Student was previously attending the program as a tuition student from Freehold
Township)
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
5000-2.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Affirm HIB Report
Affirm Superintendent's recommendation on Harassment, Intimidation and
Bullying findings reported at the April 13, 2016 Board Meeting.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
6000 SERIES - FINANCES:
6000-1.
Award Bid for Custodial Supplies
Budgeted Item
Award Bid #1-16 Custodial Supplies for the 2016-2017 school year to the lowest
qualified vendor on a per line item basis in the amount of $232,063.62. (See
attached Bid Breakdown)
May 4, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
6000-2.
Page 30
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
NJ Schools Insurance Group (NJSIG) Safety Grant
Approve the submission of the 2016 NJSIG Safety Grant Program through the
New Jersey Schools Insurance Group’s MOCSSIF Subfund in the amount of
$9,637 for Safety Evacuation Chairs.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
6000-3.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Level Data Managed Solutions
Approve Level Data as the Schools Interoperability Framework (SIF) vendor for
the 2016-2017 school year, in the amount $ 34,870.35, replacing Kimono and
Pearson SIF products.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
6000-4.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Extend Agreement for Tires and Recapping
Budgeted Item
Extend Bid #4-13 Tires and Recapping Service, to Custom Bandag, Inc., Keyport,
NJ, from July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017 at no price increase. (Same rates as
previous contract)
May 4, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
6000-5.
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O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Extend Agreement for Fire/Burg Alarm Monitoring
Budgeted Item
Extend Bid #7-12 Fire/Burg Alarm Monitoring, to Union Alarmtronic, Roselle,
NJ, from July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017 at no price increase. (Same rates as
previous contract)
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
6000-6.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Software System Integration and Compliance
Approve William E. Antonides and Company to provide Integration and
Compliance Services at a rate of $125.00 per hour for the 2015/2016 school year.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
6000-7.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Rescind Quote from HiTech Assets Inc.
Rescind the quote from HiTech Assets, Inc. Previously approved on March 16,
2016.
May 4, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
6000-8.
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O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Quote from Sycamore International Inc.
Approve quote from Sycamore International Inc. to purchase obsolete technology
equipment and recycle additional non-operable or non-repairable in accordance
with list provided.
Item
Dell D630
MacBook White 2008/MB403LLA
Dell Inspiron Mini 10
iMac 2008 A1224
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
6000-9.
Price per working unit
$5.00
$10.00
$5.00
$60.00
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Approve and Submit the 2016-2017 School Budget
BE IT RESOLVED to approve a 2016-2017 school district budget for
submission to the Department of Education as follows:
1.
Approval of the Base Budget
General Fund
Special Revenue Fund
Debt Service Fund
Total Base Budget
Budget
$111,378,206
$2,047,751
$5,997,167
$119,423,124
Local Tax Levy
$71,157,372
$5,465,795
$76,623,167
May 4, 2016
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Item #6000-9 Continued.
2. Approval of Health Benefit Adjustment
BE IT RESOLVED that the proposed budget includes the adjustment for
increased costs of health benefits in the amount of $915,483. The additional
funds are included in the base budget and will be used to pay for the
additional increases in health benefits.
3. Travel and Related Expense Reimbursement
WHEREAS, the Howell Township Board of Education recognizes school
staff and board members will incur travel expenses related to and within the
scope of their current responsibilities and for travel that promotes the delivery
of instruction or furthers the efficient operation of the school district; and
WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-7.2 et seq. requires Board members to receive
approval of these expenses by a majority of the full voting membership of the
Board and staff members to receive prior approval of these expenses by the
Superintendent of Schools and a majority of the full voting membership of the
Board; and
WHEREAS, a Board of Education may establish, for regular district business
travel only as defined in NJAC 6A:23A-1.2, an annual school year threshold
of $1,500 per staff member where prior Board approval shall not be required
unless this annual threshold for a staff member is exceeded in a given school
year (July 1 through June 30); and
WHEREAS, the maximum travel amount in the current school year is
$100,000. The amount expended through February 2016 is $23,500.00; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves travel and
related expense reimbursements in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-7.3 et seq.,
to a maximum expenditure of $100,000 for all staff and board members.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
Albert Miller, James A. Moretti
Mark A Bonjavanni, Board Member
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
May 4, 2016
6000-10.
Page 34
Treasurer and Secretary Reports
Approve the February 2016 Report of the Treasurer and the February 2016
Secretary's Report as being in balance for the month.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
6000-11.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Bills and Claims Submitted by Board Secretary
Approve the payment of all bills and claims as shown for the periods 04/14/2016 04/30/2016 that have been certified by the Board Secretary and filed in the Board
Office.
Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6:20-2:13, I certify that as of May 4, 2016 no budgetary line
item account has obligations and payments, (contractual orders) which in total
exceed the amount appropriated by the district board of education pursuant to
N.J.S.A. 18A:22-8 and 18A:22-8.1.
Note: Each Board Member will recuse themselves from voting on any payment or
portion of payment for reimbursement of expenses for routine, mandated or
workshop related items.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
7000 SERIES - PROPERTY:
7000-1.
Grant to Ardena School
Accept a grant to Ardena School from the Monmouth County Curriculum
Consortium to purchase a kit of Ozobot programmable robots for a total of
$500.00.
May 4, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
O.
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O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
New Business: Non-Consent Agenda Items:
None.
P.
New Business: Addenda to the Agenda:
A-1.
Purchase School Buses
Approve the purchase of 6 Type C - 54 School Buses in the amount of
$515,129.70 to Robert H. Hoover & Sons Inc., Flanders, NJ under the Middlesex
Regional Educational Services Commission Cooperative Pricing System
65MCESCCPS School Bus Bid #15/16-37, as recommended by the Operations
Committee at its May 2, 2016 meeting.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
A-2.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Purchase School Vans
Approve the purchase of 6 Type B - 20 School Vans in the amount of
$344,262.00 to Van-Con Inc., Middlesex, NJ under the Middlesex Regional
Educational Services Commission Cooperative Pricing System 65MCESCCPS
School Bus Bid #15/16-37, as recommended by the Operations Committee at its
May 2, 2016 meeting.
May 4, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
A-3.
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
LOA Extension for Special Education Teacher Assistant
Approve the following leave of absence extension for Michelle Fulton, Special
Education Teacher Assistant at Taunton School:
LEAVE
Medical Leave
Without Pay
With Benefits
FROM
April 1, 2016
(6 weeks)
THROUGH
May 13, 2016
Ext. Medical Leave
Without Pay
Without Benefits
May 14, 2016
June 1, 2016
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
A-4.
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O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
Increment Withholding
Approve the withholding of adjustment and experience increments for Denise
Hreha for the 2016/2017 school year.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
May 4, 2016
Q.
Page 37
Comments from the Public:
WHEREAS, the Howell Township Board of Education determines that the
comments from the public portion of the Board Meetings will last 45 minutes, and
WHEREAS, the Board determines that the public comments portion will be
conducted in accordance with Board Bylaw 0164.1, and individuals may be limited
to 3 minutes each, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Howell Township Board of
Education will cease conducting business and the meeting will be open to the public
at that time for a 45 minute period.
None.
R.
Additional Addenda Items:
None.
S.
Adjournment:
The meeting was closed at 10:39 PM
MOTION TO ADJOURN
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
O'Brien
Jeanne DePompo
______________________________________
RONALD SANASAC
Assistant Superintendent for
RS/tg
05/19/2016
Packet Pg. 38
# N.A.1.a: Item #2000-1 Howell Schools Howell Day Application 2016 (4256 : Participation in Howell Day 2016)
2015-2016
WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS
Position/School
Workshop/Seminar Title
Location
Date(s)
Reg. Fee
Engle, Claire
Director
A Day of Learning and Leadership
West Long
Branch, NJ
5/20/16
$0.00
Page 1 of 1
Revised/Updated 4/26/2016
$8.80
Other
Agenda
Approval Date
No
5/4/16
Printed: 4/26/2016 12:26 PM
Packet Pg. 39
# N.B.16.a: Item #3000-16 May 4 (4248 : Workshop Registration and Mileage)
Employee Name
Estimated
Mileage
Sub.
Expenses Required
CUSTODIAL BID BREAKDOWN - 2016-2017
$16,122.60
Central Poly-Bag Corp
$8,925.00
Interboro Packaging Corporation
$3,682.60
Imperial Bag & Paper Co.
$280.15
East Coast Salt Dist., Inc.
$13,180.00
Philip Rosenau Co., Inc.
$10,137.30
Jersey Paper Plus
$45,802.83
Joseph Gartland, Inc. Beautiful Rags
$3,375.00
Office Basics, Inc.
$2,873.76
Unipak Corp.
Spruce Industries
American Poly Corp.
Calico Industries, Inc.
Indco Inc.
Cooper Electric Supply Co.
JGR Enterprises
WB Mason
# N.E.1.a: Item #6000-1 2016-2017- Custodial Bid Breakdown (4253 : Award Bid for Custodial Supplies)
Chem-Tek Industries, Inc.
$0.00
$2,149.42
$0.00
$956.84
$69,819.26
$522.24
$1,308.04
$52,928.58
$232,063.62
Packet Pg. 40
Functionality / Service Category
Current SIF Agents
Level Data
Google Classroom
$1,836.90
GoogleApps - Staff
$1,530.75
GoogleApps - Student
$1,836.90
Power Productivityy Bundle
Level Data Savings over
Current SIF Agents
$18,369.00
Connnectivity Setup Fee
$1,500.00
Active Directory- Staff
$4,898.40
Systems 3000 Synching
(
# N.E.3.a: Item #6000-3 Level Data Managed Solutions (4292 : Level Data Managed Solutions)
Cost Comparision
Kimono & Pearson SIF Agents vs. Level Data
$3,061.50
p
fee)
$1,836.90
(Active Directory)
$36,000.00
Lunchbox SIF Agents
$300.00
Follett SIF Agents
$12,200.00
CloudConnect (Google) SIF Agent
Total Cost:
$1,625.00
$50,125.00
$34,870.35
$15,254.65
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Level Data Inc.
www.leveldata.com
Data Integration Concepts For
Thomas Aquino
Manager of Infrastructure & Digital Environment
200 Squankum-Yellowbrook Rd
Howell, NJ 07731-0579
Ph: (732) 751-2480
[email protected]
March 11, 2016
Quote for Howell Township Public Schools – Mar 11, 2016
Prepared by: aoliv / Owner: aoliv
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Howell Township
Level Data Inc.
Mar, 2016
Public Schools
2
DISTRICT APPLICATIONS
Application Name
Direction
Locale
Google Classroom
One-Way
Hosted
GoogleApps - Staff
One-Way
Hosted
One-Way
Hosted
Power Productivity Bundle
-
Local
Power Productivity Bundle Annual Connectivity Setup Fee
-
Local
The degree of functionality will depend on the applications themselves.
There is a brief description of a typical implementation listed below each application name and the direction of connectivity with
the Student Information System – PowerSchool. The actual implementation at Howell Township Public Schools may vary
depending on district processes and applications involved.
1. Google Classroom
One-way Connector
Requires GoogleApps Student and GoogleApps Staff connectors
The Level Data Managed Service keeps your classroom enrollment records synchronized to GoogleAppsTM
classroom groups. Users are added to these groups based on their enrollment in classes in the current term.
2. GoogleApps - Staff
This managed service keeps your staff information synchronized to GoogleApps
3. GoogleApps - Student
This managed service keeps your student information synchronized to GoogleApps
4. Power Productivity Bundle
Combining the best of the essential connector services in a cost-effective bundle with the elements of Student
Sync for provisioning in Active Directory, Destiny Library Manager to assist in patron management, your Nutrition
Management System to assist food service record keeping, and the Level Data State Validation Suite to help ensure your
data meets with State reporting requirements.
(Destiny Library Mgr. (Hosted), Food Service: LunchBox)
5. Power Productivity Bundle Annual Connectivity Setup Fee
Initial setup and first year connectivity fee for Power Productivity Bundle.
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The following applications have been identified as “high impact”.
Howell Township
Level Data Inc.
Mar, 2016
Public Schools
3
PROJECT WORK PLAN STAGES
1.
Project Setup - Review SOW (Scope of Work) internally and set up all communication and Project Management
infrastructure and documentation.
2.
Project Kick off - Facilitate kick off meeting with customer identifying stakeholders, vendor contacts, key dates,
servers/systems and schedule the Process Workshop
3.
Network Connectivity - Complete configuration, documentation, deployment and testing of secure network connectivity
between the district and LD Data Center
Project steps to follow for each Source & Destination Application
1.
Application Access Requirements - Review, test and troubleshoot access to all applications
2.
Obtain Business Requirements - Requirements interviews, completion of Connector Profile Documentation create test
case profiles, compile impact analysis report and review requirements meeting.
3.
Existing Data Review and Assessment of Clean-up - Analyze and cleanse source data, analyze and cleanse target
system data and perform key ID injection/update
4.
Implementation - Prepare development environment, Develop process to export data from source system(s), write logic
for business rules, review impact with stakeholders (if test output is different from impact analysis report), develop
process to import into target system(s), deploy processes, End-to-End Testing
5.
User Acceptance Testing (UAT) - Review testing results, review and finalize scheduling requirements, sign-off
6.
Deploy and Support - Schedule (Go Live), and formally transition to support
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New Client Preparation
Howell Township
Level Data Inc.
Mar, 2016
Public Schools
4
BENEFITS
SERVICES
Service Name
Quantity
Price
Total Price
Google Classroom
6123
$0.30
$1,836.90
GoogleApps - Staff
6123
$0.25
$1,530.75
6123
$0.30
$1,836.90
6123
$3.00
$18,369.00
1
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
Total
$25,073.55
First Year Service Total Plus Annual License Subscription Fees: $25,073.55
Our terms of payment are a one-time fee of $1,500 plus 75% of the first year service cost is due before work begins. The balance
of the first year service cost (25%) is due after successful installation, testing AND client acceptance or six months from the
Project Kick-off, whichever comes first.
The pricing for this base package in years two and beyond is $3.85/student plus the annual $1,500 connectivity fee. Additional
applications can be added to the package at any time. Each individual application has a cost and an implementation process that
will be evaluated along with the integration process prior to placing an order. Additional discounts are available for pre-payment
of multiple years of service.
"Pricing Valid for 30 days from date of this quotation"
Thank you for the opportunity to present this quotation. Please let me know how I can be of service.
Sincerely,
Albert Oliver
Customer Experience Manager
Office: (269) 488-2050
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When the project is complete, Howell Township Public Schools will have the base foundation for a sustainable and scalable
model for clean and uniform data. Benefits include timely data exchange, accurate data, ease of data entry, and reduced labor in
all key departments.
Level Data Inc.
www.leveldata.com
Thomas Aquino
Howell, NJ 07731-0579
Ph: (732) 751-2480
[email protected]
April 7, 2016
Quote for Howell Township Public Schools – Apr 7, 2016
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Howell Township
Level Data Inc.
Apr, 2016
Public Schools
2
Application Name
Direction
Locale
Address Validation
-
Local
Google Classroom
One-Way
Hosted
GoogleApps - Staff
One-Way
Hosted
One-Way
Hosted
-
Local
-
Local
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Howell Township
Level Data Inc.
Apr, 2016
Public Schools
3
1. Address Validation
This managed service provides the district with an address lookup comparing data entered with USPS
addresses.
One-way Connector
Requires GoogleApps Student and GoogleApps Staff connectors
The Level Data Managed Service keeps your classroom enrollment records synchronized to GoogleAppsTM
classroom groups. Users are added to these groups based on their enrollment in classes in the current term.
3. GoogleApps - Staff
This managed service keeps your staff information synchronized to GoogleApps
4. GoogleApps - Student
This managed service keeps your student information synchronized to GoogleApps
5. Power Productivity Bundle
Combining the best of the essential connector services in a cost-effective bundle with the elements of Student
Sync for provisioning in Active Directory, Destiny Library Manager to assist in patron management, your
Nutrition Management System* to assist food service record keeping, and the Level Data State Validation Suite
to help ensure your data meets with State reporting requirements.
StudentSync to Active Directory® - Level Data Inc® (Student Information)
Two-Way Service (Directory Services)
StudentSyncTM keeps Active Directory™ synchronized with your student information system. This is done by
creating new directory accounts as students are enrolled, updating existing student directory accounts with
demographic or building changes, and disabling student directory accounts as they graduate or transfer out of
district. Also included is the ability to manage student group memberships and restrict Internet access.
The district will receive a Directory Activity Report that outlines directory changes that occurred as a result of
the StudentSync™ service for that calendar date.
Additionally, Active Directory™ serves as the authoritative source for student network username, password and
email address. These items can be returned to the student information system as reference information.
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2. Google Classroom
Howell Township
Level Data Inc.
Apr, 2016
Public Schools
4
Destiny Library Manager™ - Follett Software Corporation® (Student Information)
One-way Connector (Library)
Two-way Connector option (Library)
Requires a local instance of Destiny Library ManagerTM with access to the DestinyTM database. Not available to
customers who have DestinyTM hosted at Follett®.
The Level Data Managed Service can update the Student Information System by providing a list of currently
checked out items to students keeping the Student Information System synchronized with Destiny.
*LunchBox™ - Heartland Payment Systems Inc®
Two-way Connector (Food Service)
The Level Data Managed Service keeps your student information synchronized with your LunchBox™ Food
Service management system by delivering a specially formatted student file directly to the LunchBox™ server
for automatic import.
Additionally, LunchBox™ serves as the authoritative source for student meal account balance and meal
eligibility status. These fields are delivered back to the student information system as reference info and for
state reporting purposes.
The district will receive the Lunch Status Exception report, helping districts maximize F/R counts. This report is
provided daily. Due to the sensitive nature of student information, the report is delivered exclusively to
authorized personnel specified by the Director of Food Services.
State Data Validation Suite for PowerSchool™ - Level Data, Inc. (Student Information)
Custom Page for PowerSchool™
The Level Data Managed Service provides the district with a critical Student State Data Validation embedded
within PowerSchool. This State Data Validation Suite gives designated school personnel the ability to verify and
correct data from a single location. Periodic validation will ensure that your critical state student data
submission requirements are met on time and with minimal effort.
6. Power Productivity Bundle Annual Connectivity Setup Fee
Initial setup and first year connectivity fee for Power Productivity Bundle.
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The Level Data Managed Service keeps your student information synchronized with your Destiny™ Library
management system by delivering a specially formatted student file directly to the Destiny™ server for
automatic import. This information can then be accessed by the Media Services Department to assist in patron
management.
Howell Township
Level Data Inc.
Apr, 2016
Public Schools
5
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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Howell Township
Level Data Inc.
Apr, 2016
Public Schools
6
BENEFITS
SERVICES
Service Name
Quantity
Price
Total Price
Address Validation (One Time Service Fee)
6123
$0.30
$1,836.90
Google Classroom
6123
$0.30
$1,836.90
GoogleApps - Staff
6123
$0.25
$1,530.75
6123
$0.30
$1,836.90
6123
$3.00
$18,369.00
1
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
Total
$26,910.45
Level Data’s standard Annual Service period is from July 1 through June 30.
Our terms of payment are a one-time fee of $1,500 plus 75% of the first year service cost is due before work begins. The balance
of the first year service cost (25%) is due after successful installation, testing AND client acceptance or six months from the
Project Kick-off, whichever comes first.
The pricing for this base package in years two and beyond is $3.85/student plus the annual $1,500 connectivity fee. Additional
applications can be added to the package at any time. Each individual application has a cost and an implementation process that
will be evaluated along with the integration process prior to placing an order. Additional discounts are available for pre-payment
of multiple years of service.
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Howell Township
Level Data Inc.
Apr, 2016
Public Schools
7
The Level Data’s Managed Integration Service is based on an annual service fee. Level Data’s standard Annual
Service Period is from July 1 through June 30. With new project starts, and Add-on Connector Services, we will
prorate a new project to align with the annual July renewals along with state and federal funding. As we work to build
for new project starts and the coming years renewal. Without knowing how many students will be walking through
the door at the start of a new school year it only makes sense to use the previous fall counts for the July billing.
Renewals will vary from year to year based on the increase or decrease of the student count in a district or service
agency.
Service Changes:
All Service Change Request Orders from existing clients that are identified as 16 hours or less of development time
will be completed at no cost (these changes are covered under the existing contract). If the Service Change Request
Order is identified as greater than 16 hours of development time, it will be considered a new project and a chargeable
event.
Changes due to a new SIS, Directory Services or change of like application (Food Service to Food Service application
change) are chargeable events.
Service Change Request Orders and Applications Change Orders will be based on identifying the scope, work effort of
development time and quoted to the client for approval.
Sincerely,
Albert Oliver
Office: (269) 488-2050
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relationships with districts on an on-going year to year bases we use the previous years fall reported student count
Level Data Inc.
www.leveldata.com
Thomas Aquino
Howell, NJ 07731-0579
Ph: (732) 751-2480
[email protected]
April 8, 2016
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Howell Township Public Schools t
Level Data Inc.
Apr, 2016
2One
Application Name
Direction
Locale
Active Directory - Staff
One-Way
Local
Systems3000
-
Local
1. Active Directory - Staff
The Level Data Managed Service keeps Active Directory™ synchronized with your staff Human Resources
system. This is done by creating new directory accounts as they are hired, updating existing directory accounts with
demographic or building changes and disabling directory accounts as they leave or become inactive in HRIS. Also
included is the ability thru use of your HRIS to manage group memberships and manage Internet access.
The district will receive a Staff Directory Activity Report that outlines activity that has occurred as a result of the
Active Directory™ connector services for that calendar date.
2. Systems3000
The Finance/Human Resource Information System (HRIS) is the authoritative source for staff demographic
information.
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Level Data Inc.
Apr, 2016
3One
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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Level Data Inc.
Apr, 2016
4One
BENEFITS
SERVICES
Service Name
Quantity
Price
Total Price
Active Directory - Staff
6123
$0.80
$4,898.40
Systems3000
6123
$0.50
$3,061.50
Total
$7,959.90
Level Data’s standard Annual Service period is from July 1 through June 30.
Our terms of payment are 75% of the first year service cost is due before work begins. The balance of the first year service cost
(25%) is due after successful installation, testing AND client acceptance or six months from the Project Kick-off, whichever comes
first.
The pricing for this base package in years two and beyond is $1.30/student. Additional applications can be added to the package
at any time. Each individual application has a cost and an implementation process that will be evaluated along with the
integration process prior to placing an order. Additional discounts are available for pre-payment of multiple years of service.
Sincerely,
Albert Oliver
Office: (269) 488-2050
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