MINUTES OF THE REGULAR
MEETING
MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP BOARD OF
EDUCATION
MONDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 19,
2005
Time and
Place Pursuant to notices sent to each
member of the Board of Education, the regular meeting
of Meeting was held on Monday evening, December 19,
2005 in the High School North Library,
63 Tindall Road, Middletown,
New Jersey.
Call to Order At 7:35 p.m., the meeting was called to
order.
1.
SUNSHINE NOTICE:
“Adequate notice of this meeting was
provided by sending such notice to the Asbury Park Press, the
Independent, the Courier, and the Two River Times and the
posting of such notice at the August
T.
Miner
Administration Building and each elementary, middle, and secondary school in
the district.”
2. PLEDGE OF ALLIGENCE
3. ROLL CALL
Present: Laura Agin, Leonora Caminiti, Dawn Diorio, Sherry Gevarter, Joan Minnuies, Kevin Ryan, Carolyn S. Self,
Rose Stallmeyer and Patricia Walsh.
Absent: No absentees.
Also Present: David L. Witmer, Maria Salus, Karen Bilbao, Dan Skelton and Christopher Parton, Esq.
4.
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES FROM HIGH SCHOOLS TO SPEAK:
High
School North High
School South
Presentation Dan Skelton, Marianne Kligman,
Ray McLaughlin, Phil Couch, H.S. North and South students discussed SCORING
Secondary Ad (Students Choosing Opportunities
Related to Individual Needs and Goals.)
The study and recommendations are
Committee attached.
5. BOARD
COMMENDATIONS (see following pages)
Agenda Dr.
Witmer stated that the following recommendations will be made to the
agenda: (1) Personnel #14 resignation
and
Adjustments settlement agreement will be accepted; (2) Addendum for Acting Assistant Principal at H.S. North.
6. OPEN TO PUBLIC –
COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
High School North students, parents and staff discussed a personnel item.
Adjourn to Motion made and seconded at 9:25 p.m. to adjourn to closed session. Motion carried on voice vote.
Closed Session
Reconvene The Voting Meeting was reconvened at 9:49 with the same individuals in attendance. Mrs. Minnuies stated that, if
approved, there would be a slow transition in the transfer of Ms. Hitchman and Mr. Obermeier and would allow Ms.
Hitchman to continue to run the Hip-Hop Club and the Social Justice Club. Mrs. Minnuies requested that Dr. Witmer
bring forth the Personnel item in question.
Personnel Motion made by Mrs. Gevarter, seconded by Mr. Ryan, for approval of Personnel Item #8. Motion carried on roll
Item #8 call vote:
Ayes: (9) -- Mrs. Again, Mrs. Caminiti, Mrs. Diorio, Mrs. Gevarter, Mr. Ryan, Mrs. Self, Mrs. Stallmeyer
Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. Minnuies.
Noes: (0)
Mrs. Bilbao stated that her recommendation to the Superintendent is that a lot of time and effort be put into the
transition of the individuals involved in the transfer. She noted that a slow transfer would be in place so that they
will have an opportunity to meet with the students and have a chance to learn the needs of each building. Mrs.
Minnuies stated that it was the Board’s hope to add another SAC at the high school level in the upcoming budget.
Presentation Dr. Skolnik presented a report on the 2005 State Testing Results and TerraNova Reports. She noted that all
information is available in her office.
7. MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF: Regular Voting Meeting – November 22, 2005
Motion made by Mrs. Walsh, seconded by Mr. Ryan. Motion carried on voice vote:
Ayes: (9) -- Mrs. Agin, Mrs. Caminiti, Mrs. Diorio, Mrs. Gevarter, Mr. Ryan, Mrs. Self, Mrs. Stallmeyer,
Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. Minnuies.
Noes: (0)
8. REPORTS
A. Business Administrator/Board Secretary
1. Approval of Transfers (see following page)
Motion made by Mrs. Gevarter, seconded by Mr. Ryan. Motion carried on voice vote:
Ayes: (9) -- Mrs. Agin, Mrs. Caminiti, Mrs. Diorio, Mrs. Gevarter, Mr. Ryan, Mrs. Self, Mrs. Stallmeyer,
Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. Minnuies.
Noes: (0)
2. Motion to accept the reports of the Treasurer and Secretary as being in agreement for the
month of November, 2005 (Attach #1)
Motion made by Mrs. Self, seconded by Mr. Ryan. Motion carried on voice vote:
Ayes: (9) -- Mrs. Agin, Mrs. Caminiti, Mrs. Diorio, Mrs. Gevarter, Mr. Ryan, Mrs. Self, Mrs. Stallmeyer,
Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. Minnuies.
Noes: (0)
3. Motion to accept the Board Secretary’s Certification that no major budget line item has been
over-expended for the month of November, 2005.
Motion made by Mrs. Walsh, seconded by Mrs. Self. Motion carried on voice vote:
Ayes: (9) -- Mrs. Agin, Mrs. Caminiti, Mrs. Diorio, Mrs. Gevarter, Mr. Ryan, Mrs. Self, Mrs. Stallmeyer,
Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. Minnuies.
Noes: (0)
4. Motion to Approve Bill List for Period November 23, 2005 – December 19, 2005 (Attach #2)
Motion made by Mrs. Walsh, seconded by Mrs. Self. Motion carried on voice vote:
Ayes: (9) -- Mrs. Agin, Mrs. Caminiti, Mrs. Diorio, Mrs. Gevarter, Mr. Ryan, Mrs. Self, Mrs. Stallmeyer,
Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. Minnuies.
Noes: (0)
a. B Report of the Superintendent
Dr. Witmer discussed the highlights of the month of December thus far: experiencing a delayed opening due to the weather, “the math connection” on Channel 20, a change in enrollment of +1 student, and an accident involving a bus this morning.
9.
RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF
SCHOOLS
A. Curriculum Committee (Rose Stallmeyer, Chair)
1. Approval of Curriculum Guides: US I – Amistad Addendum
2. Suspension Report (Attachment #3)
3. Approval of submission of NCLB Final 2005
Report & 2005 Carry-Over Report in the amount of $206,883.
Motion made by Mrs. Walsh, seconded by Mrs. Self, for approval of Curriculum Items 1, 2 & 3. Motion carried on voice vote:
Ayes: (9) -- Mrs. Agin, Mrs. Caminiti, Mrs. Diorio, Mrs. Gevarter, Mr. Ryan, Mrs. Self, Mrs. Stallmeyer,
Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. Minnuies.
Noes: (0)
B. Finance Committee (Sue
Self, Chair)
1. Transportation - Approval of Quotes
a) HIGH SCHOOL NORTH ATHLETICS
ICE HOCKEY:
Quotes Received:
R. Helfrich & Son, Inc. $2,835.00 SEASON
Shamrock Stagecoach $3,106.00 SEASON
Recommend award to R. Helfrich & Son, Inc. in the amount of $2,835.00 for the season
Charge to Account #11-000-270-512-00-000
GOLF:
Quotes Received:
R.Helfrich & Son, Inc. $4,050.00 SEASON
Shamrock Stagecoach $3,545.00 SEASON
Recommend Award To Shamrock Stagecoach In The Amount Of $3,545.00 For The Season
Charge to Account #11-000-270-512-00-000
BOWLING:
Quotes Received:
R. Helfrich & Son, Inc. $1,960.00 SEASON
Shamrock Stagecoach $2,198.00 SEASON
Recommend Award To R. Helfrich & Son, Inc. In The Amount Of $1,960.00 For The Season
Charge to Account #11-000-270-512-00-000
ICE HOCKEY:
Quotes Received:
R. Helfrich & Son, Inc. $2,820.00 SEASON
Shamrock Stagecoach $3,066.00 SEASON
Recommend Award To R. Helfrich & Son, Inc. In The
Amount Of $2,820.00 For The Season
Charge to Account #11-000-270-512-00-000
BOWLING:
Quotes Received:
R. Helfrich & Son, Inc. $1,960.00 SEASON
Shamrock Stagecoach $2,198.00 SEASON
Recommend Award To R. Helfrich & Son, Inc. In The Amount Of $1,960.00 For The Season
Charge to Account #11-000-270-512-00-000
Motion made by Mrs. Self, seconded by Mr. Ryan, for approval of Finance Items 1a & 1b. Mrs. Minnuies noted the cost of transportation for the hockey students will be paid by the district. Motion carried on voice vote:
Ayes: (9) -- Mrs. Agin, Mrs. Caminiti, Mrs. Diorio, Mrs. Gevarter, Mr. Ryan, Mrs. Self, Mrs. Stallmeyer,
Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. Minnuies.
Noes: (0)
C. Pupil Services/Special Education Committee (Joan Minnuies, Chair)
1. Approval of Special Services to Classified Handicapped Students (Attach #4)
2. Approval of Individual Instruction at Home (Attach #5)
3. Approval of Contracted Service:
Lynda Magnotta
Substance Awareness Coordinator
$350.00 per day for 24 days = $8,400
Account #11-000-213-300-00-000
Motion made by Mrs. Walsh, seconded by Mrs. Agin, for approval of Pupil Services Items 1, 2 & 3. Motion carried on
voice vote:
Ayes: (9) -- Mrs. Agin, Mrs. Caminiti, Mrs. Diorio, Mrs. Gevarter, Mr. Ryan, Mrs. Self, Mrs. Stallmeyer,
Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. Minnuies.
Noes: (0)
D. Policy Committee (Laura Agin, Chair)
1.
Second Reading
and Adoption of Amendment to Existing Policy No. 4133,Reimbursement of Expenses
While on
Board
Business, to be in compliance with State law.
(Attachment # 6)
Motion made by Mrs. Walsh, seconded by Mrs. Caminiti, for approval of Policy Item #1. Motion carried on voice vote:
Ayes: (9) -- Mrs. Agin, Mrs. Caminiti, Mrs. Diorio, Mrs. Gevarter, Mr. Ryan, Mrs. Self, Mrs. Stallmeyer,
Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. Minnuies.
Noes: (0)
E. Personnel
Committee (Sherry Gevarter, Chair)
Note: All appointments of the
district staff are contingent upon satisfying the requirements of the Criminal
History Review.
1). Approval of resignations for the
purpose of retirement:
a). Nancy Gehweiler, Substitute Teacher, effective 11/15/05
b). Linda Wright (9/1/97), Bayshore, Special Education, effective 7/1/06
2). Approval of resignations:
a). Catherine Shelbrick, Substitute Paraprofessional, for personal
reasons, effective 11/29/05
3). Approval of leaves of absence:
a). Jacqueline Detwiler, Thompson, Paraprofessional, for medical
reasons (extension)
effective, 12/1/05 through 12/31/05 – Unpaid Leave
b). Jill Harris, New Monmouth, Special Education, for maternity,
effective
2/21/06 through 4/20/06 – Paid – Sick Leave
4/21/06 through 5/31/06 – Unpaid Family Leave Act
Acct. #11-214-100-101-00-000
c). Joni M. Kacen, Leonardo, Grade 1, for medical reasons, effective
10/24/05 through 1/22/06 – Unpaid Family Leave Act
d). Allyson Paterno, Nut Swamp, Special Education, for maternity (extension)
effective 12/1/05 through 12/7/05 – Unpaid Family Leave Act
e). Renee Schrader, Navesink, Custodian, for medical reasons (extension)
effective 12/5/05 through 12/11/05 – Unpaid Leave
f). Lawrence Vanaman, Bayshore, Custodian, for medical reasons (extension)
effective 11/14/05 through 12/9/05 – Unpaid Family Leave Act
g). Mary Ann Zaino, HS North, Secretary – Category 1, for maternity, effective
1/25/06 through 2/16/06 – Paid – Sick and Vacation Days
2/17/06 through 5/11/06 – Unpaid Family Leave Act
5/12/06 through 7/7/06 – Unpaid Leave
Acct.#11-000-240-105-18-016
h). Adjustment:
Brooke Nelson, Thorne Special Education, effective 10/13/05 through 6/30/06, Unpaid Leave
4). Approval of new hire:
a). Frank Bianchetti, District Webmaster, Rate - $48,509 (Pro-rated)
effective 1/3/06 through 6/30/06
Acct. #11-000-252-100-27-000
5). Approval of new hire pending receipt of New Jersey certification:
a). Denise Cerbone, Harmony, Special Education, Georgian Court College, BA
Certification – Teacher of the Handicapped
Rate – BA – Step 1 - $43,700
(Pro-rated)
Effective – 1/25/06 through 6/30/06
Acct. #11-213-100-101-00-000
6). Approval of increase in assignment, effective 12/8/05 – 6/30/06:
Allyson
Paterno, Nut Swamp, Special Education, MA – Step 8 - $27,978(50%
of $55,955)
Acct. #11-213-100-101-00-000(34%)/20-250-100-100-06-000 (17%)
7). Approval of date of employment:
Kevin McManus, HS North, World Language, effective 1/3/06 through 6/30/06
8). Approval of transfers, effective 1/19/06 through 6/30/06:
From: To:
Marie Hitchman North/SAC Thorne/SAC
George Obermeier Thorne/SAC North/SAC
9). Approval of District Mentors in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:11-4: Carolyn St. Jean
10). Approval of Special Contracts:
Scott Visco South/Band Dir Step 1 $5274
Acct. #11-401-100-100-02-000
Donald Fadden North/Softball Step 4 $6094
Acct. #11-402-100-100-01-011
11). Approval of the following to the
approved list of Substitute Teachers per the following page: SUB-1
12). Approval of Paraprofessionals per the following conditions of employment as displayed on the following
pages.
All Paraprofessional appointments
subject to budgetary constraints, enrollments and IEP requirement and
may be changed or eliminated during the term of the assignment.
13). Approval of the following Curriculum Committees:
a) Italian II Committee for 20 hrs. each @ $36.42 ($2,913.60)
Anna Cuscina
Julia Fielding
Linda Lentini
Tema Parenti
Acct # 11-000-223-110-28-141
b) Fine Arts I Committee for 20 hrs. each @ $36.42 ($1,456.80)
Carin Trocchia
Lynn Nordt
Acct # 11-000-223-110-28-141
c) Fine Arts II Committee for 20 hrs. each @ $36.42 ($1,456.80)
Amy Wilder
Lynn Nordt
Acct # 11-000-223-110-28-141
d) AP Music Theory Committee for 20 hrs. each @ $36.42 ($1,456.80)
Sandra L. Vitalo
Peter Isherwood
Acct# 11-000-223-110-28-141
e) Environmental Science Curriculum Writing Committee for 20 hrs. each @$36.42 ($1,456.80)
Adrienne Colangelo
Jeff Marshall
Acct# 11-000-223-110-28-141
f) Academic Assistance Teachers and Mathematics Teachers on the High for
2 hrs. each of articulation and review @ $36.42 ($582.72)
Jennifer Martins
Henry Young
Beverly Lindsay
Pat Fontecchio
Lucinda Micheletti
Suzanne Ruda
Gale Farwell
Art Corvo
Acct# 20-260-100-100-06-000
g) Spanish II Curriculum Committee for 20 hrs. each @ $36.42.($3,642.00)
Michael Melando
Lori Mulholland
Kim Toris
Luis Garcia
Viki Panagakos
Acct# 11-000-223-110-28-141
h) Play Production/Stagecraft for 20 hrs. each @$36.42 ($1,456.80)
Gerry Mahoney
Alexis Kozak
Acct# 11-000-223-110-28-141
i) Drama II Curriculum Committee for 20 hrs. each @ $36.42 ($1,456.80)
Patricia Thorton
Alexis Kozak
Acct # 11-000-223-110-28-141
j) Independent Living Curriculum Committee for 20 hrs. each @ $36.42 ($1,456.80)
Carol Gottlieb
Liese Hodgson
Acct# 11-000-223-110-28-141
k) Microsoft Word Curriculum Writing Committee for 20 hrs. each @ $36.42 ($1,456.80)
Tricia Lentine
Marion Russell
Acct# 11-000-223-110-28-141
l) Criminal Business & Personal Law Curriculum Writing Committee for 20 hrs each @ $36.42 ($1,456.80)
Rae Koumoulis
Tricia Lentine
Acct # 11-000-223-110-28-141
m) American Politics and Global Conflicts for 20 hrs. @ $36.42 ($1,456.80)
Douglas McKenzie
Will Mayer
Acct # 11-000-223-110-28-141
14). The Superintendent of Schools has redesignated this item to recommend the acceptance of the resignation
and settlement agreement of Irina Vovnoboy, District Elementary Music, effective December 19, 2005.
15). The Superintendent of Schools recommends the appointment of Keith Comeforo as Acting Assistant
Principal assigned to High School North, at an annual salary of Step 9 - $106,270 (pro-rated), beginning
January 3, 2006 and ending upon the return of the Assistant Principal of High School North or June 30, 2006.
Acct. #11-000-240-103-01-000
Dr. Witmer noted the modification to item #14 and the additional of the addendum item #15. Motion made by Mrs. Walsh,
seconded by Mr. Ryan, for approval of Personnel Items 1 through 15, excluding #8 which has been previously approved.
Motion carried on voice vote:
Ayes: (9) -- Mrs. Agin, Mrs. Caminiti, Mrs. Diorio, Mrs. Gevarter, Mr. Ryan, Mrs. Self, Mrs. Stallmeyer,
Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. Minnuies.
Noes: (0)
10.
BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS – no reports