Agenda - Hackettstown School District

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Agenda - Hackettstown School District
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HACKETTSTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
August 19, 2015
7:00 pm
High School Media Center
MISSION STATEMENT
Building on tradition and success, the mission of the Hackettstown School District is to educate
and inspire students through school, family and community partnerships so that all become
positive, contributing members of a global society, with a life-long commitment to learning.
PUBLIC AGENDA
Roll Call
Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Flag Salute
Correspondence
Minutes – Regular Meeting – July 15, 2015
Executive Session – July 15, 2015
Committee Reports
Superintendent’s Report - David C. Mango
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Opening of Schools/September 1, 2015
Back to School Night Dates
9/10/15 Hatchery Hill and Willow Grove
9/15/15 High School
9/17/15 Middle School
Newsletter Distribution
Essex Regional Partnership Update……………. Saskia Castelomendes
Summer Academic Support Program…………. Nadia Inskeep
Report of High School
Community Action Coalition Update………….. Kyle Sosnovik
Freshman Orientation…………………………... Kyle Sosnovik
Share the Keys………………………………….... Kyle Sosnovik
Freshman Preparedness………………………… Kyle Sosnovik
Public Comment on Agenda Items Only – Shall be limited to 5 minutes (Policy 1120)
A.
Business / Finance
1. Approval of Check Register
2. Approval of Finance Reports
3. Acceptance of Financial Report Certification
4. Approval of Transfers
5. Approval to Void Outstanding Payroll Checks
6. Approval of ESY Out of District Placements
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7. Approval of CST Consultant Services
8. Approval of Tuition Contract
9. Approval of Use of Facilities for HS Extra & Co-Curricular
10. Approval of Catholic Charities Agreement
11. Approval of Monies Transferred Back to Capital Reserve
12. Approval to Rescind NJ Cap Bullying Prevention Grant
13. Approval of NJ Teen Cap Prevention Grant
14. Approval of substitute Certified Athletic Trainer Services
15. Approval of Use of Facilities for Outside Organizations
B.
Personnel
1. Approval of New Staff
2. Acceptance of Resignations
3. Approval of Substitutes
4. Approve Rescission of High School Math Teacher
5. Approve Rescission of Teacher of the Deaf
6. Approval of Sign Language Interpreter
7. Approve Rescission of Hatchery Hill Lunch Aide
8. Approve Rescission of Assistant Volleyball Coach
9. Approval of Revision of Hourly Rates/Hours for 15-16 Teaching Assistants/Personal
Aides/Lunch Aides
10. Approval of Co-Curricular Appointments
11. Approval of Athletic Co-Curricular Appointments
12. Approval of Job Description
13. Approval of Merit Goals
C.
Education/Policy
1. Approval of Workshop Attendance
2. Approval of Field Trips
3. Approval of 2015-2016 Fall Athletic Schedule
4. Approval of New Curriculum
5. Approval of 2015-2016 Mentoring Plan
6. Approval of Fundraisers
7. Approval of 2nd Reading of District Policies and Regulations
New Business
Public Comment – Shall be limited to 5 minutes (Policy 1120)
Executive Session
Adjournment
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
July 15, 2015
MINUTES
The regular action board meeting of July 15, 2015 of the Hackettstown Board of Education was
called to order at 7:00 p.m. in the high school media center by President Gus Bordi. Mr. Bordi
read the following statement followed by the pledge of allegiance: “In accordance with the
State’s Sunshine Law, adequate notice of this meeting was provided by mailing a notice of the
time, date, location and, to the extent known, the agenda of this meeting, to the Star
Gazette/Warren Reporter and the Express Times. Copies of the notice have also been posted
in each of our schools, the Board Office located at 315 Washington Street, and filed with the
Municipal Clerk of the Town of Hackettstown. And further, please be advised that, meetings of
the Hackettstown Board of Education are videotaped for next day posting on the District website.
The Board of Education reserves the right to edit the videotaped record of its meetings in order
to protect student or staff member privacy.”
ROLL CALL
Members present:
Mr. Gus Bordi
Ms. Amy Cochran
Mr. David Fair
Mr. Francis Gavin
Mr. Michael Herbst
Ms. Mary Beth Maciag
Mr. Robert Moore (arrived at 7:01)
Mr. Edward O’Melia
Ms. Bo Soobryan
Also present:
Mr. David C. Mango, Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Gail Woicekowski, Board Secretary
Ms. Dia Inskeep, Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Mr. Mark Toscano, Board Attorney
Ms. Kathy Gesumaria, Director of Special Services
Members absent:
Mr. William Beck
Mr. Shawn Burke
MINUTES
Motion: Mr. Gavin
Second: Mr. Herbst
Be it resolved, that the amended minutes of the regular board meeting and minutes of
the executive session of June 17, 2015 be approved. Carried in a voice vote, Mr. Fair-abstain;
Ms. Soobryan-abstain.
Mtg. Date: 7/15/15
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Finance and Facilities – reported by Mr. Herbst
- August 12, 2015 meeting scheduled.
Allamuchy – no report
Great Meadows – no report
Personnel – no report
Negotiations- no report
Policy – reported by Mr. Fair
- First reading of several policies on tonight’s agenda for approval.
Student Activities – no report
Foundation for Educational Excellence – no report
Curriculum – reported by Ms. Inskeep
- New textbooks on agenda.
- Curriculum has come in and she is reviewing for August meeting.
- Summer programs are up and running.
- FY16 NCLB was submitted on 7/15/15.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
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Finalists for Shared Director of Buildings and Grounds are scheduled
for interviews on July 27, 2015 with the Shared Services
Committees. Mid-September or October is the anticipated start date
for the new shared positions. Hackettstown School District will host
the interviews.
Longo Incorporated will meet with the district on August 6, 2015 to
discuss renovating the High School Media Center.
Warren County Special Services CST Director left on June 30, 2015.
On the June 17, 2015, the Shared CST Director job description was
approved. Looking to start the shared services position on January
1, 2016.
BOARD COMMENT ON A SECTION AGENDA ITEMS
Motions are accepted by Mr. Herbst and Ms. Maciag as amended.
BILL LIST
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education approve the June 30, 2015 bill list in the
amount of $2,131,622.38, and further, that copies be attached to the minutes.
Carried in a voice vote, and Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia –yes (as it relates to the High School).
BILL LIST
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education approve the July 15, 2015 bill list in the
amount of $225,681.12, and further, that copies be attached to the minutes.
Carried in a voice vote, and Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia –yes (as it relates to the High School).
Mtg. Date: 7/15/15
SECRETARY/TREASURER’S REPORTS
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education approve the Secretary and Treasurer Reports
for the month ending May 31, 2015, for the 2014-105 school year, as attached by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia –yes (as it relates to the High School).
FINANCIAL REPORTS CERTIFICATION
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10 et seq, the
Board Secretary certifies that no line account has encumbrances and expenditures, which in
total exceed the line item appropriation in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 and; pursuant
to N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10 et seq, the board of education certifies that as of ending May 31, 2015
after review of the monthly reports and upon consultation with the appropriate officials, to the
best of our knowledge no major line account or fund has been over expended in violation of
N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial
obligations for the entire fiscal year.
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Board Secretary
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Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
TRANSFERS
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education approve the transfers for May
2015 in the amount of $225,699.33, as attached by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
HOME INSTRUCTION
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education approve student(s) on home instruction
for 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 school year, as attached by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL OF OUT OF DISTRICT PLACEMENTS
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education approve out of district placement(s) as
attached by reference, and further, that transportation be arranged as required.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
RENEW CONTRACT FOR CUSTODIAL SERVICES
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the School
Business Administrator approve the renewal of the contract for custodial services for the
Hackettstown High School and Middle School to Pritchard Industries, Inc. for the 2015-2016
school year with a 1% increase for a total of $205,771.42.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
Mtg. Date: 7/15/15
APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION TO INCREASE THE BID THRESHOLD OF THE QUALIFIED
PURCHASING AGENT
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the School
Business Administrator hereby resolves
WHEREAS, Gail Woicekowski, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary possesses a
qualified purchasing agent (QPA) certificate;
WHEREAS, the Governor, in consultation with the State Treasurer and pursuant to N.J.S.A.
18A:18A-3 (b), on July 1 , 2015 has increased the bid threshold amount for school districts with
purchasing agents who possess qualified purchasing agent certificates, from $36,000 to $40,000;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Hackettstown Board of Education, pursuant to
N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-5.4, establishes and sets the bid threshold amount of
$40,000 for the board of education, and further authorizes Gail Woicekowski to award contracts,
in full accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a), for those purchases that do not exceed in the
aggregate of the newly established bid threshold amount.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL OF SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the School
Business Administrator approve ASL Interpreter Referral Service, Inc. to provide sign language
interpreter services from July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016, as attached by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL OF NJ CAP’S BULLYING PREVENTION PROGRAM GRANT
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the School
Business Administrator authorize the submission of the 2015-2016 K-8 CAP’s Bullying Prevention
Program grant application in the total amount of $772.50 and accept the award of funds upon
subsequent approval of the application, as attached by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL OF WEBSITE HOSTING CONTRACT ADDENDUMS
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the School
Business Administrator approve an addendum to the Master Agreement contract between
Hackettstown School District and Schoolwires, Inc. to provide website hosting, licensed software,
support and /or services for the 2015-2016 school year at a cost of $9,993.93, 2016-2017 school
year at a cost of $8,543.93 and for the 2017-2018 school year at a cost of $8,543.93, as attached
by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
Mtg. Date: 7/15/15
APPROVAL OF FIRE SYSTEM INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Motion: Mr. Herbst
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the School
Business Administrator approve a fire system inspection and maintenance contract for the 20152016 school year with Kistler O’Brien, Inc. for $13,105, as attached by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
BOARD COMMENT ON B SECTION AGENDA ITEMS
Motions are accepted by Mr. Fair and Mr. Moore as amended with addendum.
APPROVAL OF NEW STAFF
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved: that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation
of the Superintendent, appoint new staff, for the 2015-2016 school year, attached by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL OF SALARY INCREMENT AND SALARY ADJUSTMENT WITHHOLDING
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent and pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:29-14,
WHEREAS, it has been determined that employee #H0001342 has engaged in inappropriate
conduct;
WHEREAS, it has been determined that employee # H0001342’s inappropriate conduct provides
a sufficient basis to withhold his/her employment and adjustment increment pursuant to
N.J.S.A. 18A:29-14;
IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, that
employee # H0001342’s employment and adjustment increment for the 2015-2016 school
year shall be withheld; and
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED that the Superintendent will provide employee # H0001342 with
written notice of this action within ten (10) days pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:29-14.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL TO RESCIND 2015-2016 SENIOR CLASS ADVISOR APPOINTMENT
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of
the Superintendent, approve the rescission of Scout Bargiel’s appointment as the Senior Class
Advisor for 2015-2016 school year.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
Mtg. Date: 7/15/15
APPROVAL TO APPOINT 2015-2016 CO-SENIOR CLASS ADVISORS
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of
the Superintendent, approve the appointment of Scout Bargiel and Christina Sykora as
Co-Senior Class Advisors at a stipend amount of $961.00 each for the 2015-2016 school year.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL TO RESCIND 2015-2016 SPANISH HONOR SOCIETY ADVISOR’S
APPOINTMENT
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, approve the rescission of Erin Takacs’s appointment as the Spanish Honor
Society’s Advisor for 2015-2016 school year.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL TO APPOINT 2015-2016 SPANISH HONOR SOCIETY’S ADVISOR
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, approve the appointment of Leonardo Teixeira as Spanish Honor Society’s
Advisor at a stipend amount of $517.00 for the 2015-2016 school year.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL TO RESCIND 2015-2016 HIGH SCHOOL H-PAC ADVISOR’S APPOINTMENT
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, approve the rescission of James Farrand’s appointment as the H-PAC Advisor
(Volunteer) for 2015-2016 school year.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL OF STUDENT TEACHER
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, approve Kathleen Byrnes as a student teacher at Hatchery Hill School from
September 1, 2015 through December 23, 2015 for the 2015-2016 school year.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL OF ATHLETIC APPOINTMENT
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, approve the Athletic appointment for the 2015-2016 school year, attached by
reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
Mtg. Date: 7/15/15
APPROVAL OF TRANSITION COORDINATOR/LIAISON
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, approve Karyn Clegg as Transition Coordinator/Liaison at a stipend amount
of $4,000.00 for the 2015-2016 school year.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATION
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation
of the Superintendent, accept the resignation of Amy Sandler, Middle School
Special Education Teacher, for the 2015-2015 school year effective July 10, 2015.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL OF VOLUNTEERS
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of
the Superintendent, approve as volunteers for the 2015-2016 school year, attached by
reference.
Carried in a roll call vote; Mr. Bordi – abstain; Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the
High School).
APPOINTMENT OF 2015-2016 TEACHING ASSISTANTS/PERSONAL AIDES/LUNCH AIDES
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Moore
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, appoint teaching assistants/ personal aides/lunch aides for the 2015-2016
school year, attached by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
BOARD COMMENT ON C SECTION AGENDA ITEMS
Motions are accepted by Mr. Fair and Ms. Maciag as amended with addendum.
APPROVAL OF WORKSHOP ATTENDANCE
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Chief
School Administrator, approve workshop attendance for the 2015-2016 school year,
attached by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL OF FIELD TRIPS
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Chief School
Administrator and the Student Activities Committee, approve field trips for the 2015-2016 school
year, attached by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
Mtg. Date: 7/15/15
ADOPTION OF TEXTBOOKS
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Chief
School Administrator and the Curriculum Committee, adopt new textbooks for the 2015-2016
school year, attached by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL OF 1ST READING OF DISTRICT POLICIES AND REGULATIONS
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Chief School
Administrator, approve the following District Policies and Regulations in a 1st reading:
Policy 0134 –Board Self Evaluation (Revised)
Policy 0152 – Board Officers (Revised)
Policy 2622 – Student Assessment (Revised)
Policy 3212 – Attendance (Revised)
Policy 4212 – Attendance (Revised) (formerly P4211)
Policy & Regulation 3218 – Substance Abuse (Revised)
Policy & Regulation 4218 – Substance Abuse (Revised)
Policy & Regulation 5200 – Attendance (Revised)
Policy & Regulation 5530 – Substance Abuse
Policy & Regulation 5600 – Student Discipline/Code of Conduct
Policy 5460 High School Graduation (Revised)
Policy 5465 – Early Graduation (Revised)
Policy 8630 – Bus Driver/Bus Aide Responsibility (Revised)
Regulation 8630 – Emergency School Bus Procedures (Revised)
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
APPROVAL OF FUNDRAISER
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Ms. Maciag
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Chief School
Administrator, approve fundraiser for the 2015-2016 school year, attached by reference.
Carried in a roll call vote, Mr. Gavin and Mr. O’Melia–yes (as it relates to the High School).
NEW BUSINESS
None
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion: Mr. Moore
Second: Ms. Maciag
WHEREAS, the Open Public Meetings Act authorizes Boards of Education to meet in executive
session under certain circumstances;
Mtg. Date: 7/15/15
WHEREAS, the Open Public Meetings Act requires the Board to adopt a resolution at a public
meeting to go into private session at 7:27 pm;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Hackettstown Board of Education that it is
necessary to meet in executive session to discuss certain items involving:
Matters of personal confidentiality rights, including but not limited to, staff and/or
student discipline matters, and specifically:
- HIB Case review and report
Matters involving personnel issues, including but not limited to, the employment,
appointment, termination of employment, terms and conditions of employment, evaluation of
performance, promotion or discipline of any public officer or employee, and specifically:
-Personnel Issues
Matters involving anticipated or pending litigation, including matters of attorney client privilege, and
specifically:
-Potential Litigation
-ULPC negotiations
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that any discussion held by the Board which need not remain
confidential will be made public as soon as feasible. The minutes of the executive session will
not be disclosed until the need for confidentiality no longer exists.
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board will return to open session to conduct business at the
conclusion of the executive session. Carried in a voice vote - Mr. Gavin, Mr. O’Melia and Mr.
Herbst left executive session at 7:48 p.m. due to conflict involving HEA negotiations.
RECONVENE
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Ms. Soobryan
Be it resolved that the Board of Education reconvene into regular session at 7:50 p.m.
Carried in a voice vote – unanimous (Mr. Gavin returned at this time).
APPROVAL OF HIB CASES
Motion: Mr. Moor
Second: Mr. Fair
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education adopt and approve the verbal HIB reports and
findings as presented in Executive Session. Carried in a voice vote, Mr. Gavin – no.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Mr. Fair
Second: Mr. Gavin
Be it resolved that the Board adjourn at 7:51 pm. Carried in a voice vote – unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
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Gail Woicekowski
Board Secretary
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Gus Bordi
Board President
Mtg. Date: 7/15/15
Mtg. Date: 7/15/15
HACKETTSTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
August 19, 2015
BUSINESS
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Approval of Check Register(s) – BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon
the recommendation of the School Business Administrator, approve the August 19, 2015 bill
list in the amount of $ 2,023,407.90, and further, that copies be attached to the minutes.
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Approval of Financial Reports - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon
the recommendation of the School Business Administrator approve the Secretary and
Treasurer Reports for the month ending June 30, 2015 for the 2014-2015 school year as
attached by reference.
A-3
Acceptance of Financial Reports Certification – BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of
Education, upon the recommendation of the School Business Administrator, accept the
certification of the Board Secretary,
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Board Secretary
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and certify: in compliance with NJAC 6A:23A-16.10(c), that to the best of our knowledge
as of June 30, 2015 no major account or fund has been over-expended and that sufficient
funds exist to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the 2014-2015
school years.
A-4
Approval of Transfers -- BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the
recommendation of the School Business Administrator approve the transfers for June 2015
in the amount of $ 446,849.49, as attached by reference.
A-5
Approval to Void Outstanding Payroll Checks - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of
Education, upon the recommendation of the School Business Administrator authorize the
Business Administrator to void outstanding payroll checks and transfer funds back into
General Fund , as attached by reference.
A-6
Approval of ESY Out of District Placements - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of
Education, upon the recommendation of the School Business Administrator approve ESY
out of district placement(s) as attached by reference, and further, that transportation be
arranged as required.
A-7
Approval of CST Consultant Services - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of
Education, upon recommendation of the School Business Administrator, approve Child
Study Team Consultant Services for ESY 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 school year, as
attached by reference.
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A-8
Approval of Tuition Contracts-- BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon
recommendation of the School Business Administrator, approve regular and special
education tuition contracts with Warren County Technical School for the 2015-2016
school year as attached by reference.
A-9
Approval of Use of Facilities for HS Extra & Co-curricular Activities- BE IT
RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the School Business
Administrator, approve use of Facilities for HS Extra & Co-Curricular Activities for 20152016, as attached by reference.
A-10
Approval of Agreement with Catholic Charities of Metuchen – BE IT RESOLVED:
that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the School Business Administrator,
approve a Public Donor Agreement for in-kind contributions for facility costs in the amount
of $11,365.75 for the School Age Child Care Program for the period of July 1, 2015 through
June 30, 2016, as per the attached agreement.
A-11
Approval of Monies Transferred Back to Capital Reserve – BE IT RESOLVED: that
the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the School Business Administrator,
approve the transfer of available dollars from completed High School Boiler project and
SDA aid totaling $20,000.00 back to Capital Reserve.
A-12
Approval to Rescind NJ CAP’s Bullying Prevention Program Grant application - BE
IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the School
Business Administrator approve to rescind the 2015-2016 K-8 CAP’s Bullying Prevention
Program grant application.
A-13
Approval of NJ Teen CAP Program Grant - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of
Education, upon the recommendation of the School Business Administrator authorize the
submission of the 2015-2016 NJ Teen CAP Program grant application in the total amount of
$786.10 and accept the award of funds upon subsequent approval of the application, as
attached by reference.
A-14
Approval of Contract for Athletic Trainer Services – BE IT RESOLVED: that the
Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the School Business Administrator
approve JAG-ATC Physical Therapy to provide substitute Certified Athletic Trainer
services at the High School for the 2015-2016 school year at a rate of $40 per hour, as
attached by reference.
A-15
Approval of Use of Facilities for Outside Organizations- BE IT RESOLVED: that the
Board of Education, upon recommendation of the School Business Administrator, approve
use of District Facilities for Outside Organizations for 2015-2016, as attached by reference.
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
A-5
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
2014-2015 School Year
Payroll Checks Voided/Transfer Funds into General Account
Date
Check Number
March 2014
January 2014
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
900560
900562
AMOUNT
$67.74
$65.69
8/19/15
A-6
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
ESY Out of District Placements
2015
STUDENT
(HACK )
PLACEMENT
Bonnie Brae
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
EFFECTIVE
DATE
7/6/15
ESTIMATED
TUITION
$6,600
8/19/15
A- 7
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
2015-2016 School Year
Child Study Team Educational Services
_______________________________________________________________________________
State of New Jersey, Department of Human Services, Commission for the Blind and
Visually Impaired will provide educational services from 9/1/2015 to 6/30/2016 for one
student attending the Hackettstown School District:
AP070910 Grade-Kindergarten
New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired
153 Halsey Street
Newark, NJ 07101
Phone – 973-648-3476
Fax – 973-648-7674
Level of Service – Educational Level 1
Cost - $1900.00
Start Date: 9/1/2015
End Date: 6/30/2016
Stephanie R. Shaeffer to provide individual Speech/Language/Auditory-Verbal therapy
from July 2015 to August 2015 for one student attending Hackettstown School District:
OC090402 Grade - 7
Stephanie R. Shaeffer
MS CCC-SLP; Cert. AVT
Speech Language Pathologist
Certified Auditory-Verbal Therapist
P.O. Box 87, Chester, NJ 07930
Phone (908) 879-0404
Fax (908) 879-1474
Rate: $130/hr.
Maximum 6 hours
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
A-7
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
2015-2016 School Year
Child Study Team Educational Services
Stephanie R. Shaeffer to provide individual Speech/Language/Auditory-Verbal therapy
from September 2015 to June 2016 for one student attending Hackettstown School District:
OC090402 Grade - 7
Stephanie R. Shaeffer
MS CCC-SLP; Cert. AVT
Speech Language Pathologist
Certified Auditory-Verbal Therapist
P.O. Box 87, Chester, NJ 07930
Phone (908) 879-0404
Fax (908) 879-1474
Rate: $190/hr.
Individual Therapy sessions- Two (2) x weekly
School visits/meeting will be at an additional charge of $190/first hour and $130/for
additional hours.
________________________________________________________
Dr. Charles Cartwright to provide psychiatric evaluations for Hackettstown School
District from September 2015 to June 2016.
Dr. Charles Cartwright
Spectrum Health Associates
210 Bellevue Avenue
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
Phone (973) 435-8311
Rate: TBD
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
A-7
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
2015-2016 School Year
Child Study Team Educational Services
Lake Drive School to provide itinerant Teacher of the Deaf services from
September 2015 to June 2016 for Hackettstown School District.
Lake Drive School
10 Lake Drive
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Phone (973) 299-0166
Fax (973) 299-9405
Rate: $150/per day x 5 days a week
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
Events
Admin Approval
Club
Description
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/30/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/15 awaiting AD
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
7/15/2015
Tiger Band
Tiger Band
Drama
Tiger Band
Tiger Band
Tiger Band
FFA
Choral Dept.
Tri-M
Tiger Band
Tiger Band
Tiger Band
Band
Chorus/Band
Chorus/Band
Chorus/Band
Tri-M
Chorus/Band
Chorus/Band
Tiger Band
Band
Band
Chorus
Chorus/Band
Tri-M
Band
Band
Chorus
Chorus
Chorus/Band
Chorus/Band
Marching Band Camp-8:00-5:00
Marching Band Camp
Drama Club Rehearsal
Marching Band Practice Tuesdays-3-6 Field
Marching Band Practice Wednesdays-6-8 Band Room
Marching Band Practice Thursdays 6-9 Turf
Pulled Pork Dinner in Cafeteria
Women's Chorale and Select Choir-Monday's 6-9
Open Mic-Cafeteria
Jazz Band Rehearsals-Tuesdays 2:45-4:30
Marching Band Banquet-Cafeteria
Winter Band Concert Dress Rehearsal 3-6 Aud
Winter Band Concert @7pm (Snow Date 12/11)
Children’s Concert for sending schools
Winter Choral Concert Dress Rehearsal
Winter Choral Concert @7pm (Snow Date 12/16)
Tri-M Inductions @7pm (snow date 1/22)
Piano Lab Recital #1 @3:30pm
Piano Lab Recital #2 @6:30pm
Pit Band Rehearsals-Thursdays 3-5
Band Pops Concert Rehearsal
Band Pops Concert @7pm
Choral Pops Concert Dress Rehearsal
Choral Pops Concert
Hackettstown Idol
Spring Band Concert Rehearsal
Spring Band Concert @7pm
Spring Choral Concert Rehearsal
Spring Choral Concert @7pm
Piano Lab Recital # 1
Piano Lab Recital # 2
Start Date End Date
8/17/2015
8/27/2015
9/3/2015
9/8/2015
9/8/2015
9/8/2015
9/12/2015
9/14/2015
10/20/2015
11/10/2015
11/18/2015
12/9/2015
12/10/2015
12/11/2015
12/14/2015
12/15/2015
1/21/2016
1/25/2016
1/28/2016
2/4/2016
3/2/2016
3/3/2016
3/9/2016
3/10/2016
3/22/2016
5/18/2016
5/19/2016
5/31/2016
6/1/2016
6/7/2016
6/9/2016
8/28/2015
8/27/2015
4/30/2016
11/3/2015
11/3/2015
11/3/2015
9/12/2015
6/6/2016
10/20/2015
5/17/2016
11/18/2015
12/9/2015
12/10/2015
12/11/2015
12/14/2015
12/15/2015
1/21/2016
1/25/2016
1/28/2016
4/17/2016
3/2/2016
3/3/2016
3/9/2016
3/10/2016
3/22/2016
5/18/2016
5/19/2016
5/31/2016
6/1/2016
6/7/2016
6/9/2016
A- 9
Start Time End Time Location
8:00 AM
6:00 PM
2:30 PM
3:00 PM
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
3:00 PM
6:00 PM
7:00 PM
2:45 PM
6:00 PM
3:00 PM
7:00 PM
8:00 AM
3:00 PM
6:00 PM
3:30 PM
6:30 PM
3:00 PM
3:00 PM
7:00 PM
3:00 PM
6:00 PM
7:00 PM
3:00 PM
7:00 PM
3:00 PM
6:00 PM
3:30 PM
6:30 PM
5:00 PM
7:00 PM
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
8:00 PM
9:00 PM
7:00 PM
9:00 PM
9:00:00 PM
4:30 PM
9:00 PM
6:00 PM
12:00 PM
5:30 PM
9:00 PM
5:00 PM
6:00 PM
5:30 PM
9:00 PM
6:00 PM
5:30 PM
9:00 PM
Band Field, Band Room
Turf
Auditorium
Band Field
Band Room
Turf
Cafeteria
B2
Cafeteria
Band Room
Cafeteria
Auditorium
Auditorium
Auditorium
Auditorium
Auditorium, Cafeteria, B2
Auditorium
Auditorium, B2
Auditorium, B2
Band Room
Auditorium
Auditorium
Auditorium
Auditorium, Cafeteria, B2
Auditorium
Auditorium
Auditorium
Auditorium
Auditorium, Cafeteria, B2
Auditorium, B2
Auditorium, B2
Athleti
c or
NonAthleti
c
Other information
Athletic
Athletic
Monday-Friday
Athletic
Athletic
Monday's
Athletic
Tuesdays Only
Athletic
Athletic
Thursdays Only
Athletic
Athletic
In-House or Booster
Advisor
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
In-House
Stepneski
Stepneski
Higgins
Stepneski
Stepneski
Stepneski
Hayes
Pomeroy
Stepneski
Stepneski
Stepneski
Stepneski
Stepneski
Pomeroy/Stepneski
Pomeroy
Pomeroy
Pomeroy/Stepneski
Pomeroy/Stepneski
Pomeroy/Stepneski
Stepneski
Stepneski
Stepneski
Pomeroy
Pomeroy
Pomeroy/Stepneski
Stepneski
Stepneski
Pomeroy
Pomeroy/Stepneski
Pomeroy/Stepneski
Pomeroy/Stepneski
HACKETTSTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK/ACTION MEETING
August 19, 2015
PERSONNEL
B-1
Approval of New Staff – BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the
recommendation of the Superintendent, appoint new staff, for the 2015-2016
school year attached by reference.
B-2
Acceptance of Resignation(s) - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the
recommendation of the Superintendent, accept resignations for the 2015-2016 school year,
attached by reference.
B-3
Approval of Substitute(s) - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the
recommendation of the Superintendent, approve new substitutes for the 2015-2016 school year,
attached by reference.
B-4
Approve Rescission of High School Math Teacher – BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of
Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve the rescission of Marshall
Cuomo as High School Math Teacher for the 2015-2016 school year.
B-5 Approve Rescission of Teacher of the Deaf – BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education,
upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve the rescission of Christina DiCosmo,
Teacher of the Deaf, for the 2015-2016 school year.
B-6
Approval of Sign Language Interpreter – BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education,
upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve Christina DiCosmo as Sign Language
Interpreter, at a salary of $55,735 (non-certificated/non-tenure track) for the 2015-2016 school
year.
B-7
Approve Rescission of Hatchery Hill Lunch Aide – BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of
Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve the rescission of Jodi
Macauley as a Lunch Aide for Hatchery Hill for the 2015-2016 school year.
B-8 Approve Rescission of Assistant Volleyball Coach – BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of
Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve the rescission of Jessica
House as Assistant Volleyball Coach for the 2015-2016 school year.
B-9
Approval of Revision of Hourly Rates/Hours for 2015-2016 Teaching Assistants/Personal
Aides/Lunch Aides – BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the
recommendation of the Superintendent, approve revision of hourly rates for teaching assistants/
personal aides/lunch aides for the 2015-2016 school year, attached by reference.
B-10 Approval of Co-Curricular Appointments- BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education,
upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve co-curricular appointments
for the 2015-2016 school year, attached by reference.
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
HACKETTSTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK/ACTION MEETING
August 19, 2015
PERSONNEL
B-11 Approval of Athletic Co-Curricular Appointments- BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of
Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve athletic cocurricular appointments for the 2015-2016 school year, attached by reference.
B-12 Approval of Job Description - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the
recommendation of the Superintendent, approve a job description for the position of
Game Help Assistant, attached by reference.
B-13 Approval of Merit Goal Criteria - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the
recommendation of the Superintendent, approve the Superintendent’s merit goal criteria for the
2015-2016 school year, attached by reference.
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
B–1
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
August 19, 2015
________________________________________________________
Appointment of New Staff for the 2015-2016 School Year
*Pending Receipt of Criminal History Clearance
Name
Location/Position
Michael Pate*
Shared Buildings
and Grounds
Supervisor
MS/ Special
Education Teacher
HS/ Teaching
Assistant
MS/Special
Education Aide
MS/Title I
Teaching Assistant
Suzanne Manieri*
Christine Marie
Ahern*
Jesse Adams
Shirley Zavala*
Brianna McConnell* MS/Title I
Teaching Assistant
Jolene Camoia*
HH/Personal Aide
Amanda Mullen*
MS/Library
Teaching Assistant
Salary
Pending Outcome of Negotiations
Effective Date
$87,500 (pro-rated)
On or Before
9/16/15
(Represents 60/40 split with Great
Meadows Regional School District)
MA Step 1 - $62,785
9/1/15
Step 1 - $12.94/hour
7 hours/day
Step 2 - $13.69/hour
5.6 hours/day
$13.69/hour
6.5 hours/day
Title I Funds
$13.69/hour
6.5 hours/day on Full School Days
Only
Title I Funds
Step 1 - $13.69/hour
6 hours/day
Step 1 - $13.69/hour
5.6 hours/day
9/1/15
9/1/15
9/1/15
9/1/15
9/1/15
9/1/15
_____________________________________________________________________________________
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
B–2
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
August 19, 2015
________________________________________________________
Acceptance of Resignations for the 2015-2016 School Year
Name
Kyra McCool
Jennifer Black
Tara Puhlovsky
Location/Position
Middle School/Teaching Assistant
High School/ Swim Coach
Middle School/Teaching Assistant
Termination Date
August 31, 2015
August 31, 2015
August 7, 2015
_____________________________________________________________________________________
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
B-3
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
Annual List of Substitutes for Approval
2015-2016 School Year
August 19, 2015
Smith, Melvin (custodian)
Dennis Huff (custodian)
Nathan Eifler (custodian)
Titus, Patricia (nurse)
Burton, Edna (nurse)
Laura Mazzei (nurse)
Sarah Miller – (Substitute K-12)
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
B-13
B-9
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
Board of Education Meeting
August 19, 2015
Appointment of Personal Aides / General Education Aides / Special Education Aides
Lunch Aides for the 2015-2016 School Year
Re-Hire
Tara Scalera
Heather Keegan
Pamela Levin
WILLOW GROVE SCHOOL
Position
Hours
Special Ed. Aide
7 hours/ day
Special Ed. Aide
7 hours/ day
General Ed. Aide
7 hours / day
Step, Salary/hour
TA Step 1/$13.69 $12.94
TA Step 1/$13.69 $12.94
TA Step 1/$13.69 $12.94
HIGH SCHOOL
Re-Hire
Position
Connie Kruse
Special Ed. Aide
Mary Bergamino
Special Ed. Aide
Hours
Part-Time 25hrs/week
27.5 hours/week
Part-Time 25 hrs /week
7 hours/day/5 days/wk
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
Step, Salary/hour
TA 7+. Step 7/ $21.49/hr
TA 7+. Step 5, $19.48/hr
8/19/15
B-10
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
August 19, 2015
Approval of Co-Curricular Appointments for the 2015-2016 school year
Name
Co-Curricular Position
Location
Jennifer Russ
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
HS
Cynthia DelTufo
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
HS
Sarah Domick
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
HS
Suzanne Sloan
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
HS
Alixandra Hrizuk
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
HH
Kerry Munson
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
Dawn Hunter
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
HH
Kimberly
Armstrong
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
WG
Leigh Ann
Schwenk
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
WG
Hours
Rate per
Hour
Total
Stipend
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
HH
_____________________________________________________________________________________
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
Shannon Munro
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
WG
Kara Varina
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
MS
Nick Scalera
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
MS
Cynthia Smith
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
MS
Wendy Flynn
Realtime Train the Trainer
Training
MS
Google Apps for Education
Training
HS
Heather Stem
Google Apps for Education
Training
HS
Sarah Domick
Google Apps for Education
Training
HS
Suzanne Sloan
Google Apps for Education
Training
HS
Cynthia DelTufo
HS
Kate Matlack
Google Apps for Education
Training
Google Apps for Education
Training
HH
Google Apps for Education
Training
HH
Kerry Munson
Google Apps for Education
Training
HH
Dawn Hunter
Google Apps for Education
Training
WG
Kim Armstrong
Robin
Montgomery
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
4.75
$40
$190
(Title II
funds)
2.0
$40
2.0
$40
2.0
$40
2.0
$40
2.0
$40
2.0
$40
2.0
$40
2.0
$40
2.0
$40
4.75
$80
(Title II
funds)
$80
(Title II
funds)
$80
(Title II
funds)
$80
(Title II
funds)
$80
(Title II
funds)
$80
(Title II
funds)
$80
(Title II
funds)
$80
(Title II
funds)
$80
(Title II
funds)
_____________________________________________________________________________________
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
Leigh Ann
Schwenk
Google Apps for Education
Training
WG
2.0
$40
Google Apps for Education
Training
WG
2.0
$40
Kelly Reed
Google Apps for Education
Training
MS
2.0
$40
Nick Scalera
Google Apps for Education
Training
MS
2.0
$40
Wendy Flynn
Google Apps for Education
Training
MS
2.0
$40
Mary Ann
Guarini
$80
(Title II
funds)
$80
(Title II
funds)
$80
(Title II
funds)
$80
(Title II
funds)
$80
(Title II
funds)
APPROVED TIGER CLUBS * Funded by budget line item, refund account and PTO grants and
not to exceed available funds
TIGER Club
Location
Grade(s)
Adviser(s)
Rate
Tiger Techs
WG
1-4
Leigh Ann Schwenk
32 hours @
$40 / hr *
Book Club
WG
1-2
Kim Armstrong
8 hours @
$40/hr*
Battle of the Books
WG
3-4
Mary Anne Guarini
10 hours @
Kim Koeller
$40 / hr *
Each
Drama Club
WG
4
Jonathan Lightcap
25.5 hours @
Kim Armstrong
$40 / hr *
each
Environmental Science
WG
3-4
Jonathan Lightcap
8 hours @
Club
Mary Anne Guarini
$40/hr*
Each
Math Wizards
WG
1-2
Shannon Munro
8 hours @
Kim Armstrong
$40 / hr *
each
Have Fun and Make
WG
1-3
Aspasia Verpeut
20 hours @
Friends
$40/hr *
K-Kids Club
WG
3-4
Robin Gibbon
16 hours @
$40/hr*
Fun with Literature
WG
1-2
Cindi Vass
8 hours @
Gitta Acton
$40/hr * Each
Sports and Fitness
WG
1-4
Ron Broking
32 hours @
$40/hr*
_____________________________________________________________________________________
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
Yoga Club
WG
3-4
Christina DiCosmo
Art Club
WG
3-4
Diann Carrajat
Learning About Careers
WG
4
Aspasia Verpeut
Games Galore
WG
3-4
Mary Anne Guarini
Loren Ackerman
Juggling Club
WG
3-4
Jon Lightcap
Science Club
WG
2
Elizabeth Moore
Melissa Watters
Math Explorers
WG
3-4
Jonathan Lightcap
Mary Anne Guarini
Lego Robotics
WG
3-4
Loren Ackerman
Melissa Watters
Science Club
HH
2
Jack and Annie Book
Club
Poetry Club
HH
2-3
HH
3-4
Fairy Tale Club
HH
Kdg.
Tech Time
Tech Time
Yoga Club
Games Galore
HH
HH
HH
HH
1-2
3-4
3-4
3-4
Creation Stations
HH
3-4
K-Kids
HH
3-4
Battle of the Books
HH
3-4
Lego Robotics Club
HH
3-4
Little Scientists
HH
Kdg.
Julie Fantano
Joan Brand
Julie Fantano
Joan Brand
Christina DiCosmo
Joan Brand
Nicole Ottoson
Chris Kolbusch
Kerry Munson
Kerry Munson
Christina DiCosmo
Loren Ackerman
Kerry Munson
Kerry Munson
Loren Ackerman
Julie Borcherding
Chris Kolbusch
Loren Ackerman
Sue Egan
Loren Ackerman
Joan Brand
Chris Kolbusch
Nicole Johnson
8 hours @
$40/hr*
12 hours @
$40/hr*
6 hours @
$40/hr*
6 hours @
$40 / hr *
Each
7 hours @
$40 / hr *
8 hours @
$40 / hr *
Each
8 hours @
$40 / hr *
Each
13 hours @
$40 / hr *
Each
$40 / hr *
Each
$40 / hr *
Each
$40/hr*
Each
$40/hr*
Each
$40 / hr *
$40 / hr *
$40/hr*
$40 / hr *
Each
$40/hr*
Each
$40 / hr *
Each
$40 / hr *
Each
$40 / hr *
Each
$40 / hr *
Each
_____________________________________________________________________________________
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
Little Artists
HH
Kdg.
That’s Art-Ragious
Basketball Club
MS
MS
5-8
5-6
Basketball Club
MS
5-6
Builder’s Club
Cross Country
Kindle Club
MS
MS
MS
7-8
6-8
5-8
Science Fair
MS
5-8
Chris Kolbusch
Nicole Johnson
Lucy Shunk
Bianca Santuli
Wendy Flynn
Bianca Santuli
Wendy Flynn
TBD
Lucy Shunk
Kelly Reed
$40 / hr *
Each
$40 / hr *
$40 / hr *
Each
$40 / hr *
Each
$40 / hr *
$40 / hr *
$40 / hr *
Lisa Wichtendahl
Dana Laden
P.A.W.S.
MS
5-8
Deanna Craig
Poetry Club
MS
5-8
Deanna Craig
S.T.A.R. Fitness
MS
5-8
Jennifer Kay
Fantasy Football
MS
7-8
Scott Hunter
Best Buds
MS
5-8
Lauren Baccaro
Girl’s Volleyball
MS
6-8
Kelly Reed
Open
Boy’s Volleyball
MS
6-8
Kelly Reed
Open
Yoga
MS
5-8
Christina DiCosmo
Tech Time
MS
5-8
Wendy Flynn
Keyoga Club
MS
5-8
Scott Hunter
ADDITIONAL CO-CURRICULAR APPOINTMENTS
$40 / hr *
Each
$40 / hr *
$40 / hr *
$40 / hr *
$40 / hr *
$40/hr*
$40 / hr *
Each
$40/hr*
Each
$40 / hr *
$40 / hr *
$40/hr*
Name
Travis
Whitehead
Jennifer Scott
Stipend
$2,400
Activity
Academic Support Club
Academic Support Club
Kimberly
Hamilton
Hatchery Hill Breakfast Aide
Jennifer
Spuckes
Title III Community Liasion
Hours/Rate
60 hrs @ $40/hr
Title I funds
60 hrs @ $40/hr
Title I funds
30 min/day @
$12.94/hour
5 days a week
$40/hour
Not to exceed 327
hours
$2,400
N/A
$13,080
_____________________________________________________________________________________
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
B-11
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
Board of Education Meeting
August 19, 2015
Approval of Athletic/Co-Curricular Resignations / Appointments
for the 2015-2016 School Year
*Pending Criminal History Clearance
APPOINTMENTS
Name
Location Sport
Step/Stipend
Sarah Miller*
HS
Asst. Freshman Volleyball Coach
Asst. “A” 1-5 / $4,004
Nicole Martini
HS
Girls Soccer Program
Volunteer
Angela Antoniello-
HS
Fall & Winter Cheer Program
Volunteer
John Hughes
HS
Substitute Training Services
$35/hour as needed basis
Jessica Jackson
HS
Substitute Training Services
$35/hour as needed basis
Mammana
*Movements on stipend guide will occur after negotiations are complete.
GAME HELP POSITIONS
STIPEND as per contract
NAMES
Ticket Coordinator
$45 / game
Ticket Seller
$35 / game
Announcer
$35 / game
Clock Operator
$35 / game
Scorekeeper
$35 / game
Event Filming
$75 / game
Game Help Assistant
$65 / game
Constance Kruse
Linda Palmer*
Mary Bergamino
Phylis Hartman
Bob Hartman
Kristen Labert
Cynthia Miranda
Kathy Schuma
John Cullen
Mike McDonagh
Travis Whitehead
Ed Wehmeyer
Pam Willson
Tara Repsher
Harold Chesniak
Mike Andrusin
Jim McIntyre
Joanne Moncofsky*
Joanne Armstrong*
Mike Vellucci
James Berringer
Scout Bargiel
Lynn Castiglia
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
B-12
Proposed 7/30/15 GAME HELP ASSISTANT
Qualification: must be an employee of the school district.
Position Responsibilities:
1. Dresses in a manner that reflects the standards of the school district.
2. Is punctual.
3. Checks the entire facility/site for safety and cleanliness and immediately reports any defects
to the appropriate personnel so they are dealt with in a timely manner.
4. Makes sure the facility is properly set up by Custodial staff including but not limited to:
clock/timing devices, bleachers/seating, tables, trash receptacles, Booster Club concession
stands, etc. Takes the steps needed to make any corrections.
5. Ensures that the Security staff is on site, knows of and understands any procedural changes
and is prepared to implement them related to crowd control, locker rooms, and all other
aspects of site security including coaches’ offices, rest rooms, and equipment storage spaces.
6. Meets with members of the training staff to ensure all preparations have been made.
7. Posts all spectator signs related to good sportsmanship, student and crowd behavior.
8. Prior to the event, ensures that officials’ paychecks have been pre-signed by the appropriate
district staff member and are on hand.
9. As soon as known, calls officials, district personnel involved, and others if a game/event is
cancelled, the site is changed, or persons with specific roles related to the event have not
arrived on time or have indicated they cannot participate.
10. In the absence of the Athletic Director, answers the phone in the athletic office.
11. Ensures that the Public Address system is working properly.
12. If no one has been employed to be the announcer, assumes all the responsibilities associated
with the role: i.e. making announcements related to general information, pre-game
ceremonies, and the playing/singing of the National Anthem.
13. Greets the visiting team’s coaching staff and players and reviews the applicable
Hackettstown policies as they apply to the event/contest.
14. Greets the officials and facilitates completion of the forms required for correct and prompt
payment according to district practice.
15. Reviews all procedures related to pre-game activities, student/spectator/athletes’ behavior
expectations and security protocols with visiting coaches, officials, bands and cheer leaders
beforehand.
16. Promptly addresses any concerns expressed by the officials, opponent’s coaching staff,
players or parents in a calm and courteous manner.
HACKETTSTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
QUANTITATIVE MERIT CRITERIA FOR THE 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR
David C. Mango, Superintendent
Objective: By the conclusion of the 2015-2016 school year and in conjunction with District Goal IV from the Hackettstown Strategic Plan,
produce a satisfactory increase of 20% regarding culture and climate district wide.
ACTIVITY
 Create and implement a
pre and post climate
survey to staff, parents
and students focusing
on, but not limited to,
school safety, security,
HIB, cleanliness of
facilities, programmatic
services, etc.

PERSONNEL




Central Office
Administration
District Wide
Administration and Staff
Student body
Parental Input
TIMELINE
Pre survey October
2015
Post survey April
2016
RESOURCES
N/A
EVALUATION

Hackettstown Board of
Education Negotiations
Committee
Denotes a maximum of 3.33% ($5,577.75) merit pay achievement. However, the Board of Education reserves the right to pay out a portion
of the total dollar amount based on the complete evaluation of the goal/objective.
David C. Mango, Superintendent of Schools
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HACKETTSTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
QUALITATIVE MERIT CRITERIA FOR THE 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR
David C. Mango, Superintendent
Objective: By the conclusion of the 2015-2016 school year and in conjunction with the Hackettstown Strategic Plan District Goal III, the
Superintendent’s office will receive a rating of “excellent” on a plan for improved communication with post Hackettstown High
School graduates.
ACTIVITY
 Develop and
implement an on-line
survey focusing upon
“College & Career
Readiness” from
2014-2015
Hackettstown High
School graduates.



PERSONNEL
TIMELINE
Superintendent
Director of Curriculum and
Instruction
High School Administrative
Team
April 2016
RESOURCES

N/A
EVALUATION
 Hackettstown Board of
Education Negotiations
Committee
 Denotes a maximum of 2.5% ($4,187.50) merit pay achievement. However, the Board of Education reserves the right to pay out a portion of
the total dollar amount based on the complete evaluation of the goal/objective.
David C. Mango, Superintendent of Schools
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GREAT MEADOWS REGIONAL / HACKETTSTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICTS
QUANTITATIVE MERIT CRITERIA FOR THE 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR
David C. Mango, Superintendent
Objective: By the conclusion of the 2015-2016 school year, the Great Meadows Regional School District and Hackettstown School District will
increase shared services by a total of two full-time positions.
ACTIVITY
Realize a 20% savings in
the possible areas of
technology, supplies,
personnel, security, etc.
PERSONNEL
 Superintendent
 Director of Curriculum
and Instruction
 Facilities Supervisor
 GMRSD and
Hackettstown Board of
Education committees
TIMELINE
RESOURCES
EVALUATION
2015-2016
 GMRSD and
Hackettstown Committee
meetings
 Financial gains analysis
 Salaries analysis
 Approval by both Boards
of Education
 Denotes a $2,788.87 per district (totaled amount of $5,577.75) merit pay achievement from both the Great Meadows Regional and
Hackettstown School Districts. However, both Boards of Education reserve the right to pay out a portion of the total dollar amount based
on the complete evaluation of the goal/objective.
David C. Mango, Superintendent of Schools
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HACKETTSTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK/ACTION MEETING
August 19, 2015
EDUCATION/POLICY
C-1
Approval of Workshop Attendance - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education,
upon the recommendation of the Chief School Administrator, approve workshop attendance
for the 2015-2016 school year, attached by reference.
C-2
Approval of Field Trips - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the
recommendation of the Chief School Administrator, approve field trips for the 2015-2016
school year, attached by reference.
C-3
Approval of 2015-2016 Fall Athletic Schedule - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of
Education, upon the recommendation of the Chief School Administrator and the Student
Activities Committee, approve the 2015-2016 fall athletic schedule, attached by reference.
C-4
Approval of New Curriculum - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon
the recommendation of the Chief School Administrator and the Curriculum Committee,
approve new curriculum for the 2015-2016 school year, attached by reference.
C-5 Approval of 2015-2016 Mentoring Plan - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education,
upon the recommendation of the Chief School Administrator, approve the 2015-2016
Mentoring Plan.
C-6 Approval of Fundraisers - BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the
recommendation of the Chief School Administrator, approve fundraisers at Hackettstown
High School for the 2015-2016 school year, attached by reference.
C-7 Approval of 2nd Reading of District Policies and Regulations - BE IT RESOLVED: that
the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Chief School Administrator,
approve the following District Policies and Regulations in a 1st reading:
Policy 0134 –Board Self Evaluation (Revised)
Policy 0152 – Board Officers (Revised)
Policy 2622 – Student Assessment (Revised)
Policy 3212 – Attendance (Revised)
Policy 4212 – Attendance (Revised)(formerly P4211)
Policy & Regulation 3218 – Substance Abuse (Revised)
Policy & Regulation 4218 – Substance Abuse (Revised)
Policy & Regulation 5200 – Attendance (Revised)
Policy & Regulation 5530 – Substance Abuse
Policy & Regulation 5600 – Student Discipline/Code of Conduct
Policy 5460 High School Graduation (Revised)
Policy 5465 – Early Graduation (Revised)
Policy 8630 – Bus Driver/Bus Aide Responsibility (Revised)
Regulation 8630 – Emergency School Bus Procedures (Revised)
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
Workshop Attendance
2015-2016 School Year
Staff Member(s)
Ann Marie Byrne
Kim Gedicke
Conference / Location
Affordable Healthcare Act
Payroll Mtg
Date(s)
C-1
Total Cost to District
Cost:$0
Mileage
Flemington, NJ
Kelly Reed
Loren Ackerman
WCCSE
Curriculum Planning Mtg.
Cost: $0
Harmony School
Kelly Reed
WCCSE
Gifted & Talented
Cost: $0
Mansfield Elem. School
Karissa Stout
Orton Gillingham Training
Cost: $975.00
Secaucus, NJ
Title II Funds
plus mileage
Cost: $80.00
Jennifer DiBiasi
NJCSS Fall Conf.
Rutgers Univ.
Piscataway, NJ
Board Members
Gail Woicekowski
David Mango
2015 NJSBA Convention
Atlantic City, NJ
Hackettstown Board of Education
Cost: $500/per attendee
August 19, 2015
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
FIELD TRIPS
2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR
Staff Member(s)
Destination
Jessica Pomeroy
NJMEA-All State Performance
Atlantic City
Jessica Pomeroy
Jessica Pomeroy
Jessica Pomeroy
(2 Students)
Holiday Event
Main St.
Hackettstown
(30 Students)
Shoprite
Mansfield
(30 Students)
HRMC
Date(s)
C-2
Total Cost to District
Cost: $ 600.00
Cost: $0
Cost: $0
Cost: $300.00
Heath Village & Selah
Care Center
(30 Students)
Jessica Pomeroy
Randolph H.S.
Randolph, NJ
(10-20 TBD)
Cost: $ 880.00
Jessica Pomeroy
Kinnelon H. S.
Cost: $960.00
Kinnelon, NJ
(15 Students)
Jessica Pomeroy
Hackettsttown Public
Library
Cost: $0
Hackettstown
Jessica Pomeroy
Bryan Stepneski
Jessica Pomeroy
(20 Students)
ACDA Convention
Boston, MA
( 3 students)
Randolph H.S.
Randolph, NJ
(40 Students)
Great Adventure
Jackson, NJ
(160 Students)
Hackettstown Board of Education
Cost: $2000.00
$400.00per student
Cost: $760.00
Cost: $ 7200.00
$125.00 per student
August 19, 2015
C-4
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
Board of Education Meeting
August 19, 2015
Approval of New Curriculum
Middle School
 Next Generation Science Standards - Grades 5-8
High School
 Anatomy/Physiology – Grades 11-12
 Geometry – Grades 9-12
 Quest Life Skills Self Contained – Grades 9-12
HACKETTSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION
8/19/15
Club
Volleyball
Volleyball
Advisor
Jeannie Tagllareni
Jeannie Tagllareni
Description
Pampered Chef Items to be Sold
Yankee Candle
Cheerleading
Cheerleading
Band Boosters
Football
Football
Football
Jen Spuckes
Jen Spuckes
Bryan Stepneski
Carl Robinson
Carl Robinson
Carl Robinson
Community Clean Up
Spaghetti Dinner
Yankee Candle
50/50 at games
Car Wash
Clothing Drive
Football
Field Hockey
HS Band Boosters
Field Hockey
Carl Robinson
Sabrina Kennedy
Bryan Stepneski
Sabrina Kennedy
Golf Outing
Flapjack Fundraiser-Applebee's Breakfast
Bake Sale At Band Concert
Field Hockey Boosters Bowling Night
Girls Volleyball
Jeannie Tagllareni
Car wash McDonalds
Girls Volleyball
Field Hockey
Field Hockey
Field Hockey
Field Hockey
Field Hockey
Field Hockey
Field Hockey
Field Hockey
Field Hockey
Field Hockey
Field Hockey
Jeannie Tagllareni
Sabrina Kennedy
Sabrina Kennedy
Sabrina Kennedy
Sabrina Kennedy
Sabrina Kennedy
Sabrina Kennedy
Sabrina Kennedy
Sabrina Kennedy
Sabrina Kennedy
Sabrina Kennedy
Sabrina Kennedy
Car wash McDonalds
Used Clothing Drive
Fall Flower Sale
Field Hockey Home Game Concession
Field Hockey Home Game Concession
Field Hockey Home Game Concession
Field Hockey Home Game Concession
Field Hockey Home Game Concession
Field Hockey Home Game Concession
Field Hockey Home Game Concession
Field Hockey Home Game Concession
Field Hockey Home Game Concession
Location
Start Date End Date
8/18/2015 9/18/2015 N/A
9/15/2015 9/30/2015 N/A
HS perimeter Warren
8/8/2015
8/8/2015 Street/Washingtion Street
10/17/2015 10/17/2015 Knights of Columbus
10/2/2015 10/30/2015 N/A
9/1/2015 11/1/2015 Morrison Field
6/4/2016
8:00 AM Pit Step Auto
6/11/2016 6/20/2016 High School
Mine Brook Gold Country
6/20/2016 6/20/2016 Club
9/13/2015 9/13/2015 Applebee's Hack
12/10/2015 12/10/2015 Lobby
8/22/2015 8/22/2015 Oakwood Lanes
8/20/2015
8/20/2015 McDonalds Parking Lot-Hack
9/19/2015 9/19/2015 McDonalds Parking Lot-Hack
9/1/2015 10/1/2015 N/A
9/1/2015 10/1/2015 N/A
9/4/2015
9/4/2015 Turf Field
9/8/2015
9/8/2015 Turf Field
9/10/2015 9/10/2015 Turf Field
9/12/2015 9/12/2015 Turf Field
9/16/2015 9/16/2015 Turf Field
9/24/2015 9/24/2015 Turf Field
10/13/2015 10/13/2015 Turf Field
10/15/2015 10/15/2015 Turf Field
10/22/2015 10/22/2015 Turf Field