The Regular Meeting of the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School District of which all members were duly notified and of which due public notice was given as required by Act 84 of 1986, was held on Tuesday evening, October 15, 2002, beginning at 8:00 p.m. in the Board of Directors’ Room, District Service Center, 201 West Third Street, Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
The President, David B. Stone, Jr., called the meeting to order with the following members:
PRESENT: Pamela J. Markle, Jay B. Shultz, David B. Stone, Jr., Dale L. Vollman,
Lois T. Williams, Thomas A. Zimmerman.
ABSENT: Karen V. Harris, Susan A. Mahaffey, James E. Temple.
INVOCATION – Mr. Dale Vollman provided the invocation and read the third district belief statement.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: None
Student Representatives’ Report – Jamal Barone and Stephanie Steele
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT – Patricia A. Lowery, Ph.D.
A. October 1, 2002 Enrollment – Mr. Fausnaught presented the following report on our October 1st student enrollment.
OCTOBER 1, 2002 ENROLLMENT
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
|
|
KDG |
1 |
1ST
SP ED
|
2
|
2ND
SP ED |
3 |
3RD
SP ED
|
4
|
4TH
SP ED |
5 |
5TH
SP ED
|
TOTAL |
| COCHRAN |
86 |
91
|
1 |
72 |
8
|
87 |
9 |
83
|
20 |
69 |
23
|
549 |
| HEP-LYC | 56
|
60 |
3 |
66
|
7 |
63 |
10
|
74 |
5 |
71
|
10 |
425 |
| JACKSON |
82 |
95
|
1 |
89 |
11
|
85 |
16 |
98
|
13 |
95 |
33
|
618 |
| R HILLS | 45
|
47 |
2 |
49
|
1 |
70 |
8
|
47 |
16 |
51
|
14 |
350 |
| SHERIDAN |
44 |
38
|
45 |
38
| 3
|
36 |
9 |
49
|
6 |
268 |
| STEVENS |
64 |
69
|
2 |
68 |
6
|
62 |
10 |
64
|
13 |
70 |
14
|
442 |
| TOTAL | 377
|
400 |
9 |
389
|
33 |
405 |
56
|
402 |
76 |
405
|
100 |
2652 |
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT CONT’D:
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
|
|
6 |
6TH
SP ED
|
7
|
7TH
SP ED |
8 |
8TH
SP ED
|
TOTALSP ED
|
TOTAL
|
| CURTIN |
125 |
38
|
143 |
31 |
119
|
20 |
89 |
476
|
| LYC VALLEY |
133 |
35
|
130 |
39 |
148
|
43 |
117 |
528
|
| ROOSEVELT |
137 |
54
|
131 |
48 |
130
|
41 |
143 |
541
|
| ALT SCHOOL |
9
|
9 | ||||||
| TOTAL | 395
|
127 |
404 |
118
|
406 |
104 |
349
|
1554 |
HIGH SCHOOL
|
SCHOOLS |
9 |
9TH SP ED |
10 |
10TH SP ED |
11 |
11TH SP ED |
12 |
12TH SP ED |
TOTAL SP ED |
TOTAL |
| WAHS |
467 |
106 |
370
|
104 |
370 |
67
|
341 |
59 |
336
|
1884 |
| ALT SCH |
7 |
7
|
7 |
2
|
23 | |||||
| TOTAL |
474 |
106 |
377
|
104 |
377 |
67
|
343 |
59 |
336
|
1907 |
TOTALS
|
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS |
2652
|
| MIDDLE SCHOOLS |
1554 |
| HIGH SCHOOL |
1907 |
| SPECIAL PROGRAMS IN OTHER SCHOOLS/INSTITUTIONS |
20 |
| GRAND TOTAL |
6133 |
B. Calendar of Events:
October 17—ETAC/ATAC meeting 6:30 pm
October 23—Inservice Day for all Elementary Schools
October 24—District-wide Inservice Day
October 25—District-wide/Performance Standards Consortium Inservice Day
October 28—Alternative Education Oversight Committee meeting 4:00 pm
October 29—PTO/PTA/Organizations Presidents meeting 6:00 pm
October 31—C&I Steering Committee meeting 2:00 pm
November 1—End of First Marking Period
November 5—Kindergarten Parent-Teacher Conferences
November 5—WASD School Board meeting 8:00 pm
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Mr. David B. Stone, Jr.
A. Presentation on Proposed Williamsport Area High School Dance Club—Erin LaCerra, WAHS Junior
Following Erin’s presentation there was a motion made by Mrs. Markle, seconded by Mr. Zimmerman to authorize and support a Millionaire Dance Club.
The motion carried 6-0.
B. Dialogue Regarding Proposed Elementary and Middle Level Mandatory Summer Remedial Reading Programs--Don Adams, Debbie Grove, and Bernadette Strong.
C. Congratulations to Gina MacFalls, Special Education Supervisor, for securing a Pennsylvania Department of Education, Bureau of Special Education mini-grant in the amount of $5,054 entitled “Strategies for Implementing a Self-Determination & Self-Advocacy Curriculum.”
D. Motion made by Mrs. Markle, seconded by Mr. Vollman, to ratify adjudications made in a student disciplinary matter resulting from a quasi-judicial hearing held on October 15, 2002, for Student 02/03-04.
The motion carried 6-0.
E. The Board recognized the following 2001-02 retirees whom attended a retirement reception prior to this evening’s meeting:
Lawrence Bassett Louise Bergen
William Charles Joyce Derr
James Laurrell James Pegg
Committee Reports by Board Members
Mrs. Williams stated that the Community Relations Committee met yesterday and among other things, reviewed district folder that will be used for central registration.
Mrs. Williams and Mr. Stone reviewed the latest multi-cultural meeting highlights.
Mrs. Markle reported that the PSBA County Legislative Meeting will be held tomorrow evening in Muncy and they will be reviewing their proposed legislative platform.
Mr. Vollman stated the County Advisory Committee met and reviewed I99 routes and infrastructure improvements to support the local communities.
Mrs. Markle indicated that the BLaST Board will be meeting with Vern McKissick to review alternatives for their construction project.
FINANCE REPORT
Motion made by Mr. Vollman, seconded by Mrs. Markle, to approve the following financial items:
6.1* Authorize payment of invoices and services rendered by the list submitted marked Order No. 10/15/02 in the amount of $606,623.25, 10/15/02A in the amount of $988.24, 10/15/02B in the amount of $3,643.75,10/15/02C in the amount of $202,503.73 and that the officers of the Board of School Directors be directed to execute Order Nos. 10/15/02, 10/15/02A, 10/15/02B and 10/15/02C.
6.2 Authorize the submission of a revised PLANCON Part K, General Obligations Bonds, Second Series of 1985 to the Pennsylvania Department of Education. This submission is necessary due to the restructuring of the invested sinking fund.
The motion carried by a unanimous roll call.
BOARD POLICY – James E. Temple - None
CURRICULUM REPORT
Motion made by Mrs. Williams, seconded by Mr. Shultz, to approve the following curriculum items:
8.1 Report on 2001-02 PSSA Results
8.2* Approve Beauty & The Beast Storytellers to present three student performances and one parent workshop to be held at Cochran Elementary School on November 19, 2002. The approximate cost will be $1,075. ($900. plus travel expenses) and is budgeted under Cochran's Title I Parent Involvement.
8.3 A pprove the Winter Sports Schedules.
8.4* Approve support for Donald J Fisher, Instrumental Music teacher, to serve as President of the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 8 during the 2002-03 school year. Total cost to the district would be for substitutes up to 9 days, four of which would be approved as professional development days (PDC) and additional days with administrative approval. Mr. Fisher previously served two years as First Vice President and one year as President.
8.5* A
pprove participation by the district’s four secondary schools in the
Central Pennsylvania Scholastic Writing Awards program. Students in grades
7-12 participate annually in this program. Approximate cost of $200 is
budgeted as follows:
$40.00 (10-1100-813-000-20-550-150-019-0000)
$40.00 (10-1100-813-000-20-600-150-019-0000)
$40.00 (10-1100-813-000-20-650-150-019-0000)
$80.00 (10-1100-813-000-30-850-150-019-0000)
CURRICULUM REPORT CONT’D:
8.6 A pprove a one-day math experience on November 1, 2002 for 5th graders in the Cochran Elementary School. The math experience consists of standards based mathematics instruction and is provided by Lock Haven University students under the direction of Dr. Sally Lima. There is no cost to the district.
8.7* Approve Theodore R. Piwowar, Director of Career and Technical Education, to submit a supplemental application to the Pennsylvania Department of Education for an Innovative Learning and Workforce Development Grant for an additional amount of $6,673 or any amount the WASD is eligible to receive. Originally, the WASD was eligible for an amount of $50,000, however, since the WASD application scored higher on the rating sheet, the WASD is now eligible for a total amount of $56,673. The purpose of this funding is to:
8.8 Approve an after school fifth grade Rocketry Program at Stevens Elementary School sponsored by the Stevens Parent-Teacher Association. The program will be offered to all interested fifth graders on Tuesdays and Wednesdays after school from 3:30 to 4:45 pm. The program will start the week of October 28 and will continue throughout the year during "good" weather until all interested students have had a chance to participate. Working with small groups of four or five students, Mr. David Bross will help each student build and launch a personal rocket. There will be no cost to the District.
8.9 Accept and expending a grant in the amount of $5,054 from the Bureau of Special Education to implement a self-determination and self-advocacy curriculum at Williamsport Area High School. Funding is effective July 1, 2002 through June 15, 2003. Grant monies are to be used for purchase of materials and substitutes.
The motion carried by a unanimous roll call.
PERSONNEL REPORT
Motion made by Mr. Zimmerman, seconded by Mr. Shultz, to approve the following personnel items:
9.1 RESIGNATIONS - Accept the following resignations, effective on the dates and for the purposes indicated:
A. Veronica R. Hine, full-time third grade teacher at Cochran Elementary School, for personal reasons, effective October 31, 2002.
B. Dale K. Diermyer, substitute custodian/event staff for the District, for personal reasons, effective September 13, 2002.
9.1 RESIGNATIONS CONT’D:
C. Tricia J. Williamson, regular part-time school bus driver for the District, for personal reasons, effective August 29, 2002.
D. Tina A. Wheeland McElroy, substitute school bus driver for the District, for other employment, effective August 29, 2002.
9.2 LEAVES OF ABSENCE - Approve the following leaves of absence:
A. Deborah K. Lee, full-time instructional support aide at Lycoming Valley Middle School, extension of her unpaid medical leave through October 15, 2002.
B. Ruth A. Wollett, general food service worker at the high school, leave of absence without pay, effective September 30, 2002, through November 15, 2002.
Mrs. Wollett's leave is for the purpose of caring for the medical needs of a family member. Additional dates may be necessary if the medical situation does not improve.
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF - Elect the following staff, for the purpose and on the date indicated:
A. Kathryn A. Boerckel, 423 Pearson Ave., Williamsport, as a long-term substitute teacher, effective October 14, 2002, through the end of the first semester of the 2002-2003 school term (tentative ending date of January 17, 2003), unless terminated sooner, to teach French at the high school, at a salary of Level 1, Step 1, bachelor's, $36,693, prorated, pending negotiations. Ms. Boerckel holds a bachelor's degree from Lycoming College (replacing Jennifer Yeager, retired).
B. Malinda E. Sherman, 715 Daugherty's Run Rd., Williamsport, as a part-time (prorated; up to 180 days, up to 4½ hours per day) Bus Aide for the District, at the rate of $9.99 per hour (no benefits except social security, retirement, and worker's compensation) and sick leave as provided for part-time employees per the Agreement between the Board and the Williamsport Area Support Personnel (WASP), effective October 16, 2002 (new position approved by that Board).
C. Monica D. Sherman, 1758 Fox Hollow Rd., Williamsport, as a part-time (prorated; up to 180 days, up to 4½ hours per day) Bus Aide for the District, at the rate of $9.99 per hour (no benefits except social security, retirement, and worker's compensation) and sick leave as provided for part-time employees per the Agreement between the Board and the Williamsport Area Support Personnel (WASP), effective October 16, 2002 (new position approved by that Board).
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
D. The following as Coordinating Teachers at the stipend amounts indicated for each position for the 2002-2003 school year:
William F. Rathjen, Jr. Alternative Education Department $5,000
Alix Lang Foreign Language Department $2,500
Diane M. Breon Library Department $2,500
E. The following coaches at the respective schools for the 2002-2003 school year at the salary rate in accordance with the 1997-2002 agreement by and between the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School District and the Williamsport Education Association (all stipends at contracted rates, pending negotiations):
Williamsport Area High School
Boys Basketball
Head Coach: J. Michael Bailey $6,500
Varsity Assistants: Matthew L. Johnson $3,250
VACANT $ ---
Ninth Grade Coaches: Ronald E. Diemer $2,600
VACANT $ ---
Girls Basketball
Head Coach: Brian Stugart $6,500
Assistant Coaches: Kirk Bower $2,102
Katherine Ulrich $2,102
Teri Heinbach $2,102
Wrestling
Head Coach: John F. Eck $6,500
Assistant Coach: David A. Becker $3,250
Jason F. Adams $3,250
Ninth Grade Coach: Ben H. Laurenson $2,600
Lead Assistant Coaches: Anthony M. Lorson $2,275
VACANT $ ---
Thomas D. Croce $2,275
Boys & Girls Swimming & Diving
Head Coach: William D. Keiser $2,600
Assistant Coaches: Amy Lingg $1,300
VACANT $ ---
Kevin P. Sullivan $1,300
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
E. Elect the following coaches at the respective schools cont’d:
Curtin Middle School
Boys Basketball
Lead Assistant Coach: James E. Wilkerson $2,275
Assistant Coach Anthony S. Heath $1,950
Roosevelt Middle School
Boys Basketball
Lead Assistant Coach: Richard A. Twine $2,275
Assistant Coach: John S. Powell $1,950
Lycoming Valley Middle School
Boys Basketball
Lead Assistant Coach: Eugene F. Ramin $2,275
Assistant Coach: John M. Dick $1,950
F. The following persons to the positions indicated at the respective schools for the 2002-2003 school year, at the stipends established in accordance with the 1997-2002 Agreement by and between the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School District and the Williamsport Education Association (all stipends at contracted rates, pending negotiations):
Williamsport Area High School
Billtown Banner Editorial Advisor Martha B. Huddy $2,600
Cherry & White Editorial Advisor John C. Weaver $2,027
Class of 2003 Advisor Thomas H. Bauman $ 650
Class of 2004 Advisor Susan E. Clark-McGehean $ 558
Class of 2005 Advisor Steven R. Wiser $ 650
Future Business Leader Advisors: Lisa R. Meyer $ 325
Jennifer L. Youmans $ 254
Future Homemakers of America
Advisor VACANT $ -- LaMemoire Editorial Advisor Michael A. Murafka $2,444
National Honor Society Advisor Janine W. Randall $ 650
Publications Business Advisor John P. Imrisek $2,534
Student Government Association
Advisor Rodney K. Morgans $1,014
Student Voice Advisor Marie E. Fox $ 760
Drama Club and Commencement
Speaker Advisor: Marie E. Fox $ 975
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
F. The following persons to the positions indicated at the respective schools
Middle School AV Coordinators
Curtin Peggy A. Bross $ 650
Lycoming Valley Suzanne L. Straka $ 650
Roosevelt Ronald E. Sahm $ 650
Middle School Student Council Advisors
Curtin Tiffani A. Ault $ 610 Lycoming Valley James E. Donnell $ 619
Lycoming Valley James E. Donnell $ 650
Roosevelt Tracey L. Graff $ 203
Roosevelt Sheri A. Ruffing $ 203
Roosevelt Michelle L. Walker $ 203
Elementary School Patrol Advisors
Cochran John A. Mapes $ 455
Hepburn-Lycoming John W. Guild $ 455
Jackson Susanne Pryor $ 355
Round Hills Mary Ann Vance $ 455
Sheridan Brenda C. Watkins $ 355
Stevens Kathy L. LaLota $ 455
G. The following persons to the positions indicated for the 2002-2003 school year at the rates in accordance with the 1997-2002 Agreement by and between the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School District and the Williamsport Education Association (all stipends at contracted rates, pending negotiations):
POSITION TEACHER STIPEND
Middle School - CHORAL
Director (Roosevelt - ½ year) Walter E. Krushinski $ 380
(replacing Patricia Huffman, who is on medical leave for
remainder of first semester of the 2002-2003 school year)
H. Julie R. Welliver, 14 Schoolhouse Lane, Turbotville, as a substitute teacher for the Title I Extended Day Program at Jackson Elementary School for the 2002-2003 school year, to be paid $22.44 per hour or contract rate plus appropriate benefits for a maximum of one hour per day for four days per week. All funds are budgeted under Title I.
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
I. Kelly A. Cominskie, 1798 Beauty Ave., Cogan Station, as a student for work in the Business/Tax Office, effective October 7, 2002 (3 hours per day, not to exceed 15 hours per week; student may not work more than 3 hours any day that school is in session for the balance of the 2002-2003 school year), at the hourly minimum wage rate with legally mandated benefits only.
J. Amber Hoffman, 838 Funston Ave., Williamsport, as a student for work in the Tax Office, effective October 21, 2002 (3 hours per day, not to exceed 15 hours per week; student may not work more than 3 hours any day that school is in session for the balance of the 2002-2003 school year), at the hourly minimum wage rate with legally mandated benefits only.
K. Shondra Major, 652 Spruce St., Williamsport, as a student for work in the Tax Office, effective October 21, 2002 (3 hours per day, not to exceed 15 hours per week; student may not work more than 3 hours any day that school is in session for the balance of the 2002-2003 school year), at the hourly minimum wage rate with legally mandated benefits only.
L. Harriet S. Fluke, 1969 Quaker Hill Rd., Cogan Station, as a substitute food service worker, at the salary rate of $6.00 per hour, for the actual number of hours worked, effective October 8, 2002.
M. The following substitute school bus drivers (non-bargaining unit personnel), with a base wage rate of $10.75 per hour, effective October 16, 2002:
Edward L. Hubbell 392 S. Pine Run Rd, Linden (eff. September 9, 2002)
Marian Griffith 3021 US Highway 220, Hughesville
Susan M. Krock 349 Curtin St., S. Williamsport
Tricia J. Williamson 2041 Grimesville Rd., Williamsport
N. The following persons as non-certificated substitute teacher with receipt of an emergency permit, subject to assignment by the Superintendent of Schools, at the salary and/or rates as established by Board policy, and only for the actual number of hours assigned and worked during the 2002-2003 school year:
Elizabeth R. Fronk 2525 Grand St., Williamsport (effective 10/10/02)
Peter J. Grafius 1591 W. Southern Ave., S. Wmspt. (eff. 10/10/02)
Bernard R. Katz 2529 W. Fourth St., Williamsport (eff. 10/10/02)
Lynne H. Koskie 988 Lockcuff Rd., Williamsport (effective 10/10/02)
Shanna J. McCloskey 2010 Lincoln Dr., Williamsport (effective 10/10/02)
Jennifer J. Weaver 817 Sixth Ave., Williamsport (effective 10/10/02)
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
O. The following substitute teachers, subject to assignment by the Superintendent of Schools, at the salary and/or daily rates as established by Board policy, and only for the actual number of hours assigned and worked:
Elementary
Paula E. Bower 1019 Walnut St., Williamsport
K-12
Paula E. Bower 1019 Walnut St., Williamsport
Mark T. Heckel 448 Dogwood Lane, Hughesville
Robin L. Clausen P.O. Box 115, Lock Haven (effective 10/11/02)
P. The following substitute administrative support/aides, subject to assignment by the Superintendent of Schools, at the hourly rates as established by Board policy, and only for the actual number of hours assigned and worked:
Beverly A. Best 302 Arch St., Williamsport
Kristy M. Zapola 62 Cornwall Ave., Trout Run
Q. Doris L. Smith, 317 Jerome Ave., Williamsport, as a substitute health room technician, subject to assignment by the Superintendent of Schools, at the hourly rates established by Board policy, and only for the actual number of hours assigned and worked.
R. The following persons as substitute teachers for the Title I Extended Day Program at Sheridan Elementary School for the 2002-2003 school year, from October 1, 2002, through May 22, 2003, to be paid $22.44 per hour or contract rate plus appropriate benefits for a maximum of one hour per day for three days per week. All funds are budgeted under Title I:
Marcy L. Garrison 1664 Marlin Parkway, Williamsport
Linda M. Desmond 81 Pheasant Lane, Cogan Station
Julie A. Bittner 1009 Dawne Dr., Williamsport
Susan J. Huddy-Krejci 2790 Heshbon Rd., Williamsport
Linda P. Woodling 235 Myers Rd., Allenwood
Shirley K. Bittenbender 1625 Richards Ave., Williamsport
S. Deborah E. Briel, 582 Bruce Rd., Cogan Station, as an aide for the Title I Extended Day Literacy Program at Sheridan Elementary School for the 2002-2003 school year, from October 6, 2002, through May 22, 2003, at her regular contract rate plus appropriate benefits, for 30 minutes per day, up to 3 days per week. All funds are budgeted under Title I.
T. The following person(s) to the uncompensated position(s) indicated at the high school for the 2002-2003 school year:
WAHS Fencing Club Advisor: Richard D. Hill
9.4* POSITION CHANGES - Approve the following position changes:
A. Kimberly A. Whittington, 639 Fifth Ave., Williamsport, from a general food service worker (2 hours daily) to a general food service worker (3 hours daily) at the high school, with a base wage rate of $8.59 per hour, effective October 16, 2002 (replacing Georginna Bower, transferred).
B. Penny M. Bower, 1643 McGill Hollow Rd., Linden, from a general food service worker at Jackson Elementary School to an instructional support aide (185 days, 7 hours per day) at Jackson Elementary School, with a base wage rate of $13,067, prorated ($10.09 per hour), effective October 21, 2002 (new position approved by the Board).
C. Staci L. (Snyder) Godfrey, 953 South Market St., South Williamsport, from a general food service worker (2 hours daily) to a general food service worker (2½ hours daily) at Round Hills Elementary School, with a base wage rate of $8.59 per hour, effective October 16, 2002 (replacing Robin Rader-Edkin, transferred to an aide position).
9.5 ATTAINMENT OF TENURE STATUS
Acknowledge the attainment of tenure status of the following teachers, who have successfully completed a three-year probationary period as temporary professional employees with a satisfactory sixth rating, and extending professional employee contracts to them:
Earned June 2002: Tiffani A. Ault Erica M. Bacon Marc P. Berry Michelle L. Boyles
Robert J. Buck Louise A. Campana Thomas D. Croce Joseph R. Eaton John F. Eck Lawrence J. Flint Marcy L. Garrison Gloria Z. Greevy Georgia A. Grove Michelle L. Hinkal Mary L. Jackson Michelle R. Jackson Michael B. Lundy Angela M. Steele Rhonda S. Swisher Laura L. Tripoli Stephanie J. Wolfanger
The motion carried by a unanimous roll call.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
10.1 RELEASED TIME/TRAINING PROGRAMS
Motion made by Mrs. Williams, seconded by Mrs. Markle, to approve released time for staff members to participate in professional development activities in accordance with the Professional Development Plan of the Williamsport Area School District and consider approving training programs. All expenditures proposed are within local, state and federal budget categories approved as noted.
The motion carried 6-0.
STUDENT/COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
11.1* Motion made by Mr. Shultz, seconded by Mrs. Markle, to approve the following student trips:
A. Twenty-two (22) orchestra members from Lycoming Valley and Roosevelt Middle Schools, accompanied by their directors, to travel to Shamokin during November 2002. The students will have the opportunity to work with other orchestra students and a guest conductor. Students eligible to participate must be in compliance with their school’s field trip disciplinary requirements. Transportation is requested (10-3214-519-000-20-600/650-121-023-0000. The $220 participation fee will be funded through string #10-3214-813-000-20-600/650-121-023-0000. Two substitutes will be required for the day.
B. Twenty-seven (27) Lycoming Valley Middle School students, accompanied by four to six staff members, to travel to McDonald’s Restaurant on Lycoming Creek Road. A date for the trip is yet to be determined. The trip is a reward for excellence in the school fund raising effort. Students eligible to participate must be in compliance with their school’s field trip disciplinary requirements. The students will be transported by staff members.
C. Approximately 132 gifted education students and parents to travel to New York City during April 2003. The students will have the opportunity to visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art, visit South Street Seaport, and see the Broadway production “Aida.” Students eligible to participate must be in compliance with their school’s field trip disciplinary requirements. Transportation will be provided by Susquehanna Transit. The trip will be funded by the individual student/family.
D. Approximately 140 members of the Williamsport Area High School marching band, accompanied by their teachers, to travel to South Williamsport during October 2002 to participate in the Mummer’s Day Parade. Approval has already been authorized for the trip (9/3/02 Item 8.6). However, District transportation is being requested. Transportation will be charged to string #10-3211-519-000-30-850-121-023-0000.
E. Forty-nine (49) Roosevelt Middle School students, accompanied by their teachers, to travel to Baltimore during November 2002. The students will have the opportunity to visit the National Aquarium and experience the atmosphere of the Inner Harbor area. Students eligible to participate will have no suspensions as of the date of the trip and no more than three unexcused absences. Transportation will be provided by Susquehanna Transit. The trip will be funded by the Roosevelt PTO.
F. Five (5) Williamsport Area High School SADD representatives, accompanied by their advisor, to travel to Reading during November 2002. The students will have the opportunity to attend a conference to bring back ideas to help prevent peers from making destructive decisions. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school more than five days; will have no bus disciplinary record; are passing all major courses; and are not, in the judgment of their house principal, having attendance difficulties. Registration fees will be paid from SADD funds. Susquehanna Trailways is donating a bus to transportation various local SADD clubs.
11.1* Approve the following student trips cont’d:
G. Thirteen (13) Williamsport Area High School band members, accompanied by their teacher, to travel to Jersey Shore High School for two days during December 2002. The students will be participating in the Lycoming County Concert Band Festival. Students eligible to participate must be in compliance with their school’s field trip disciplinary requirements. District transportation is requested (10-3211-519-000-30-850-121-023-0000). Registration fees in the amount of approximately $130 will be paid from 10-3211-813-000-30-850-121-023-0000.
The motion carried by a unanimous roll call.
BIDS/CONTRACTS
12.1* Motion made by Mr. Zimmerman, seconded by Mr. Vollman to table a contract with Tremco Inc. and Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc., for roof replacement of the WAHS auditorium vestibule at an estimated cost of $83,789.21. Pricing is per the terms and conditions of a multi-state bid with the Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit.
The motion to table carried 6-0.
TAX ITEMS - None
ITEMS FROM BOARD MEMBERS
Mrs. Markle reported the following:
Curtin’s annual chicken and biscuit dinner will be held on November 6 th.
The Marching Millionaires are hosting a competition this Saturday at the high school. The
Competition will feature 20 plus bands. The Millionaires are scheduled to begin at
10:23. Come and support the Marching Millionaires.
Our Basketball Boosters are selling clothing for a fundraiser. Bonnie White is having a
home show. (Mrs. Markle and Mrs. Williams were modeling some very fashionable samples.)
Mr. Zimmerman reported that our girls’ and boys’ soccer teams made the playoffs for the second time in our school’s history. The girls will be playing on October 24th and the boys on October 26th . He also indicated that the Lycoming County Planning Advisory Committee will be meeting on October 16th.
Mrs. Williams reported that Pam and she visited the alternative school and were very impressed with the art project the students were working on. They also visited the high school and met with the new teachers. The new teacher’s enthusiasm was very evident.
ITEMS FROM PUBLIC - None
President Stone announced that an executive session was held prior to this evening’s meetings for the purpose of conducting a quasi-judicial hearing and to receive legal advice from an attorney.
Motion made by Mrs. Markle, seconded by Mr. Vollman and carried, the meeting adjourned at
9:44 p.m.
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Charles E. Peterson, Jr. Board Secretary