Pennsylvania Bus Sales Bid all 4
$29,950
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, June 3, 2003, 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: Karen V. Harris, Susan A. Mahaffey, Pamela J. Markle, Jay B. Shultz,
David B. Stone, Jr., James E. Temple, Dale L. Vollman, Lois T. Williams,
Thomas A. Zimmerman.
ABSENT: None
INVOCATION – Mr. Jay Shultz provided the invocation and read the seventh district belief statement.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion made by Mrs. Harris, seconded by Mr. Zimmerman, to approve the minutes from the regular meeting of April 1, 2003 and April 15, 2003 and the special meetings of April 22, 2003 and April 29, 2003, that reading of the minutes be omitted and the minutes be approved as presented.
The motion carried 9-0.
Student Representatives’ Report – Jamal Barone provided his final report to the Board. He introduced Mitchell Marcello as next year’s student representative and read a card of thanks to the Board from Stefanie and him.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT – Patricia A. Lowery, Ph.D.
A. Hiawatha Mural Restoration Update
B. Calendar of Events
June 9 Community Relations Meeting -- 4:00 p.m.
June 12 Teacher Record Day
June 12 Graduation
June 13 Last Day for Students
June 17 School Board Meeting -- 8:00 p.m.
July 15 School Board Meeting -- 8:00 p.m.
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Mr. David B. Stone, Jr.
A. Congratulations to Sean McCann, Williamsport Area School District Athletic Director, who has successfully completed the process and passed the exam to claim the title of Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA). The CAA program, which is administered by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association, identifies those directors nationally who demonstrate a certifiable level of both experience and expertise in the demonstration of interscholastic athletics.
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT CONT’D:
B. Motion made by Mrs. Mahaffey, seconded by Mr. Shultz, to ratify an adjudication made in student disciplinary matter 02/03-06 resulting from a quasi-judicial hearing held earlier today.
The motion carried by a unanimous roll call.
C. WASD Education Foundation Update. Mr. Peterson provided an update on the progress of the
Foundation.
D. Roger May endorsement for the Governor’s Plan for a New Pennsylvania. Mr. May spoke to the Board on behalf of the Williamsport Education Association. He thanked the Board for their endorsement of the Plan. He indicated that the teachers also have concerns about various components of the plan but they agree that we should support the plan and work toward improvement of the problematic areas. He indicated that the plan is the first in many years that supports public education.
Committee Reports by Board Members
Mrs. Markle reported that Tim Allwein, Assistant Executive Director for Governmental and Member Relations at PSBA, met with members of her cabinet from Loyalsock, East Lycoming and Jersey Shore School Districts to discuss supporting the Governor’s Plan. There will be a joint press conference on Monday, June 9, 2003.
Mrs. Harris reported that the ETEC Committee is gearing up for next year. Grants have been awarded and summer projects are scheduled.
Mr. Zimmerman reported that the Employment Steering Committee has more interviews scheduled this week. They just concluded a very successful round of interviews for the elementary teacher pool.
Mr. Vollman reported that the Fitness Center Committee met a couple weeks ago. Our architect is evaluating a couple options. Mike Waldron provided some valuable information at the last meeting.
FINANCE REPORT
Motion made by Mr. Zimmerman, seconded by Mrs. Harris, to approve the following financial items:
6.1 Approve the following financial reports:
A. Payroll Report:
General Fund – Unrestricted $3,891,637.41
General Fund – Restricted 332,093.23
Athletics and Extra Curricular 48,307.51
Food Service Fund 98,767.04
Data Processing Fund 11,703.44
Maintenance Fund 53,444.91
Mercantile & Privilege 163.68
Earned Income Tax 47,842.40
Student Activities 5,736.40
TOTAL 4,489,696.02
FINANCE REPORT CONT’D:
6.2* Authorize payment of invoices and services rendered by the list submitted marked Order No. 06/03/03 in the amount of $368,178.14, 06/03/03A in the amount of $85,440.12, 06/03/03B in the amount of $3,029.85 and that the officers of the Board of School Directors be directed to execute Order Nos. 06/03/03, 06/03/03A, and 06/03/03B.
The motion carried by a unanimous roll call.
Mrs. Markle left the meeting at 8:27 p.m.
BOARD POLICY – None
CURRICULUM REPORT
Motion made by Mr. Shultz, seconded by Mrs. Williams, to approve the following curriculum items:
8.1 Approve the 2003-04 Lycoming Valley Middle School Student Handbook contents for printing and distribution to all students.
8.2 Approve the contents submitted for the 2003-04 Roosevelt Middle School Student/Parent Handbook.
8.3 Approve revisions to the chart defining how Act 48 Professional Development Hours will be awarded by the District. Every person with professional certification must earn at least 180 Professional Development Hours over a five-year period to renew the professional certificate. This document is part of the Professional Education Plan of the Strategic Plan. The document was revised and approved by the PDC Executive Committee on February 25, 2003 and then approved by the Curriculum and Instruction Council on April 1, 2003.
8.4 Approve middle school instructional materials to be purchased with PSSA Performance Grant funds. These materials have been selected to enhance student performance on the PSSA.
* A History of US: Third Edition, Joy Hakim - Social Studies School services
* PSSA Reading Coach Series: Grades 6, 7, & 8 - Triumph Learning
* Measuring Up to the PA Academic Standards, Writing Grade 6 / Reading Grade 8 - Peoples
Publishing
* Buckle Down on Reading, Grades 6, 7, & 8 - Buckle Down Publishing
* Guided reading Libraries, Houghton Mifflin
* Guided Reading Libraries, Scholastic
* Hi-Lo Sports Stars Collection - BMI Educational Services
* Selected Titles / Reading Kits - PCI Educational Publishers
* Individual Guide Reading Titles - Rigby, The Wright Group, Educational Sales, Scholastic
CURRICULUM REPORT CONT’D:
8.5 Approve A Student's Guide for Written Work for WASD Elementary Schools, A Student's Guide for Written Work for WASD Middle Schools and A Student's Guide for Written Work for WASD High School. The student writing guides were developed as a strategic plan initiative. The materials were developed and modified by a team under the leadership of Gerry Fausnaught and including Don Adams, Debbie Grove, Bob McDonald and Bernadette Strong. The writing guides subsequently were approved by the Curriculum and Instruction Council. After Board approval, the writing guides will be used by all students and all teachers and implemented in all curricular areas beginning during the 2003-04 school year.
The motion carried by a unanimous roll call.
PERSONNEL REPORT
Motion made by Mr. Zimmerman, seconded by Mrs. Mahaffey, to approve the following personnel items:
9.1 RESIGNATION - None
A. Curtis E. Haldeman, full-time custodian at Stevens Elementary School, for an unpaid medical leave, effective June 9, 2003, through August 29, 2003.
Mr. Haldeman will begin his unpaid leave of absence on June 9, 2003, which will be taken under the Family Medical Leave Act, which entitles the employee to health insurance for a maximum of 12 weeks, but is without pay or any other benefits.
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF - Elect the following staff, for the purpose and on date indicated:
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
Cochran Elementary
Lynn Shade 165 Miller Road, Cogan Station
Jackie Thompson 58 Maple Ave., Williamsport
Linda Radocaj 1772 Williams Road, Williamsport
Kathy Marcello 1765 Ravine Road, Williamsport
Susan Paulhamus 1628 W. 4th Street, Williamsport
Melissa Love 151 Laurel Run Circle, Williamsport
Kristiann McQuown 53 Wynwood Drive, Williamsport
Lori Beiter 1139 Avalon Parkway, Williamsport
Carol Fischer 431 Woodland Ave., Williamsport
Joy Laughrey 1412 Florence St., Williamsport
Emily Alston 2388 Mill Lane, Williamsport
Sandra Ritter 21 Overhill Road, Williamsport
Jo-Ann Gorski 860 Rural Ave., Williamsport
Stacey Fike 732 W. Third Ave., Lock Haven
Hepburn-Lycoming Elementary
Missy Jackson 200 Grove St., S. Williamsport
Denay Gair 950 Louisa St., Williamsport
Barbara Neuhard 366 Eckard Road, Cogan Station
Lisa Swoyer 326 Cedarwood Dr., Montoursville
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
D. The following persons (pending completion of necessary paperwork where appropriate) to teach elementary Title I Extended School Year (ESY) Program cont’d:
Jackson Elementary
Ami McChesney 111 West Beaver St. Bellefonte
Kay Gibson 1221 Lose Ave, Williamsport
Brenda Penella 160 Laurel Run Circle, Williamsport
Joyce Shrimp RR3, Box 1535, Watsontown
Katie Pardoe 2347 Hillside Ave., Williamsport
Tanya Garcia P.O. Box 506, Manderson, SD
Veronica Hine 1994 Walters Road, Montoursville
Kellie Vassallo 434 Oakland Ave. Williamsport
Tatum Heiser 71 Rick Lane, Cogan Station
Meghan Hollock 295 ½ Barton St., Lock Haven
Tiffany DeRemer 749 Eckard Road, Cogan Station
G. Diane Breon as the District-wide ESY Librarian for up to thirty (30) hours at the rate of $23.91 per hour plus eligible benefits: social security, retirement, workers comp.
H. The following librarians for the elementary ESY Program (up to 3 ½ hours per day) at the rate of $23.91 per hour plus eligible benefits: social security, retirement, workers comp, July 14, 2003, through August 8, 2003, and three days of staff development at the rate of $85 per day. All funds budgeted under Title I and Title VI.
Cochran Elementary
Wanda Buck 1462 Hughes Road, Trout Run
Jackson Elementary
Diane Breon 1807 Walters Road, Montoursville
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
I. Jennifer Weaver, 817 Sixth Ave, Williamsport, 17701 Health Room Technician for the elementary ESY Program (up to 3 ½ hours per day) at the contract rate (WASP – support staff contract) plus eligible benefits: social security, retirement, workers comp, July 14, 2003, through August 8, 2003, plus up to three days of staff development. All funds budgeted under Title I and Title VI.
J. Additional twenty (20) days (part-time) for Kathy Shirey (Administrative Support, Part-time Food Service) to complete work for the end of 2002-2003 school year and prepare for the start of the 2003-2004 school year. These additional days (from 185 to 205 part-time) are related to free and reduced lunch applications. Also approve and additional eighty (80) hours to input data related to the NutriKids program.
K. Additional two (2) days (June 19 and 20, 2003) for Judith M. Gooderham, Director Food Service, at her per diem rate for 2002-2003, to participate in the Administrative Retreat.
L. 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:
Rebekah E. Yorks 1236 Isabella St., Williamsport (effective 6/03/03)
Christopher P. Yoder 1040 Dewey Ave., Williamsport
M. 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:
Mary A. Kimble 2011 Roosevelt Ave., Williamsport
Francine M. Thorne 821 Elmira St., Williamsport
N. The following Technology Education teachers at the high school as production printers, effective June 16, 2003, at the rate established in the Agreement by and between the Board of Directors of the Williamsport Area School District and the Williamsport Education Association ($19.31 per hour before 07/01/03; $19.93 per hour after 07/01/03)
Randy R. Knipe 5847 Daugherty’s Run Rd., Linden
John K. Voneida Box 212, White Deer
O. The following as part-time printer’s helpers, at the salary rates indicated, for the actual number of hours worked, effective June 16, 2003
Alex Fisher 2617 Grand St., Williamsport $5.25 per hour
Rich Packer 2633 Newberry St., Williamsport $5.25 per hour
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
P. Bruce C. Sacavage, 971 Heilman Rd., Montoursville, to teach in the elementary Title I Extended School Year (ESY) Program at Cochran Elementary School, effective July 14, 2003, through August 8, 2003, (up to 3½ hours per day), at the rate established in the Agreement by and between the Board of School Directors and the Williamsport Education Association ($23.91 per hour plus eligible benefits: social security, retirement, workers comp). Mr. Sacavage will provide the ESY Program to elementary Alternative Education students. All funds are budgeted under Title I.
Q. William F. Rathjen, Jr., 83 Bruce Rd., Cogan Station, Alternative Education Coordinator, to provide water safety instruction (not to exceed 12 hours) for the Title I Extended School Year (ESY) Program at Curtin Middle School, at the rate established in the Agreement by and between the Board of School Directors and the Williamsport Education Association ($23.91 per hour plus eligible benefits: social security, retirement, workers comp). All funds are budgeted under Title I.
R. Jared D. Lehman, 9702 S. Route 220 Highway, Jersey Shore, as a paid intern in the Business Office/Tax Office, for an additional duration of up to 480 hours, at the rate of $8.00 per hour, (no benefits; originally approval was effective June 19, 2002; prior extension was on 11/19/02 Addendum).
S. Teresa E. Moore, 142 Lehman Drive, Cogan Station, continuing in position as full-time Coordinating Teacher at Cochran Elementary School, effective with the 2003-2004 school year at salary and benefits as provided under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement between the Williamsport Area School District and the Williamsport Education Association (WEA) and also to authorize additional days (up to a maximum of 17 days) as necessary at her per diem rate. Position will be reviewed at the end of the 2003-2004 school year.
T. Reginald T. Fatherly, 28 Roseville Rd., Williamsport, as Dean of Students at Roosevelt Middle School, effective July 1, 2003, salary and benefits as provided in the Act 93 Meet and Discuss Compensation Plan. Mr. Fatherly held this position during the 1999-2000 through 2002-2003 school years. This Dean of Student position will be incorporated into the Act 93 Compensation Plan and will not require annual approval by the Board of Directors. Mr. Fatherly is pursuing principal certification and upon receipt of that certification, he will assume an assistant principal’s (or principal) position according to the terms of the Act 93 Meet and Discuss Compensation Plan. The District is no longer required to hold the teaching position previously filled by Mr. Fatherly (replacing Rich Mextorf, resigned).
U. Kevin J. Harris, 20 Green St., Muncy, as Dean of Students at Curtin Middle School, effective July 1, 2003, salary and benefits as provided in the Act 93 Meet and Discuss Compensation Plan. Mr. Harris held this position during the 2001-2002 and 2002-2003 school years. This Dean of Student position will be incorporated into the Act 93 Compensation Plan and will not require annual approval by the Board of Directors. Mr. Harris is pursuing principal certification and upon receipt of that certification, he will assume an assistant principal’s (or principal) position according to the terms of the Act 93 Meet and Discuss Compensation Plan. The District is no longer required to hold the teaching position previously held by Mr. Harris (replacing Barry King, resigned).
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
V. Kirk C. Felix, 25 Roseville Rd, Williamsport, as Dean of Students at Stevens Elementary School, effective July 1, 2003, salary and benefits as provided in the Act 93 Meet and Discuss Compensation Plan. Mr. Felix held this position during the 2002-2003 school year. This Dean of Student position will be incorporated into the Act 93 Compensation Plan and will not require annual approval by the Board of Directors. Mr. Felix is pursuing principal certification and upon receipt of that certification, he will assume an assistant principal’s (or principal) position according to the terms of the Act 93 Meet and Discuss Compensation Plan. The District is no longer required to hold the teaching position previously held by Mr. Felix (administrative restructuring due to resignation of Tina Belardi).
Approve the following position changes:
B. Approve internship for Bucknell University psychology student, Marilyn Shull, 312 South Main St., Muncy, PA 17756 in the Office of Student Services during the period of June 16 through August 28, 2003, to perform testing services at no cost to the District.
The motion carried by a unanimous roll call.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
10.1 RELEASED TIME/TRAINING PROGRAMS
Motion made by Mr. Vollman, seconded by Mr. Shultz, 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 by a unanimous roll call.
STUDENT/COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Motion made by Mrs. Mahaffey, seconded by Mrs. Harris, to approve the following student/
community activities:
11.1* Approve the following student trips:
A. Forty-four (44) morning and afternoon kindergarten students from Sheridan Elementary School, accompanied by their teacher and parent volunteers, to travel to Jarrett’s Dairy Farm (Montgomery) during June 2003 as a culminating activity of their study of farms.
District transportation is requested and will be paid by the Sheridan PTO.
B. Sixty (60) fifth grade students from Round Hills Elementary School, accompanied by their teachers, to travel to the Williamsport Area High School during June 2003 as a culminating activity of their track and field unit. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended or assigned to Saturday School for disciplinary reasons within 30 school days prior to the trip. District transportation is requested and will be paid by the Round Hills PTO.
C. Forty-seven (47) fourth grade students from Sheridan Elementary School, accompanied by their teachers, to travel to the water company in South Williamsport (Mosquito Valley) during June 2003. The students will have the opportunity to tour the water company’s facilities and will take a nature walk. District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Sheridan PTO.
D. Forty (40) seventh grade students from Curtin Middle School, accompanied by their teachers, to travel to Roseview Court during June 2003 to meet their pen pals. District transportation is requested and will be paid by the Curtin PTO.
11.2 Approve the following request for facility use:
A. Williamsport Symphony Orchestra (WSO) to use the auditorium at Roosevelt Middle School on June 7, 2003 to hold a rehearsal. WSO is requesting relief of the occupancy fee of $50.00. Certificate of Insurance to be received.
11.3 Approve the filing of an application for participation in the Summer Food Service Program.
Reimbursement is based on the actual cost or maximum reimbursement per meal whichever is less. Additional reimbursement is provided to offset administrative costs.
The Summer Food Service Program meal preparation is proposed for Jackson Elementary and would be distributed to the WASD Title I Summer School Program at Cochran, Hepburn-Lycoming and Jackson Elementary Schools as well as Curtin and Roosevelt Middle Schools.
The motion carried by a unanimous roll call.
BIDS/CONTRACTS
Motion made by Mrs. Mahaffey, seconded by Mr. Vollman, to approve the following bid/contract
items:
12.1 Approve an extension of an agreement through the 2003-04 school year with WRAK and WRKK Radio (Clear Channel Communication) to provide broadcast coverage of Williamsport Area High School sports as the “Voice of the Millionaires.”
12.2* Approve a contract with the YMCA Child Care Program for providing extended day services for students attending the Williamsport Area School District Title I/Title VI Summer School at Cochran and Jackson Elementary Schools July 14 through August 8, 2003. The YMCA will provide an afternoon program from noon until 4:00 that will focus on team games, arts and crafts, literacy extensions and sports. The cost will be $13,282. All funds are budgeted under Title I.
12.3* Approve a contract with Child Guidance Services for services that focus on increasing student attendance and participation on the Williamsport Area School District Title I Summer School Program. This will be accomplished through Child Guidance staff building relationships with the children and families prior to and during the program. The program will be provided at Cochran and Jackson Elementary Schools. The cost of the program is $11,916.71. All funds are budgeted under Title I.
12.4* Award a contract to M.A. Brightbill Body Works, Inc., 2701 East Cumberland Street, Lebanon, PA to furnish and deliver three new seventy-two (72) passenger, Type “C” conventional school buses and one new seventy-two (72) passenger Type “D” handicap conventional school bus at a total price of $342,268 (see attached tabulation).
12.5* Authorize the sale of four (4) Williamsport Area School District owned buses in accordance with the terms and conditions of sale to the following bidders at their acceptable bid offer:
Vehicle Sale Price
Blue Bird of Pittsburgh Bid all 4 $12,000
3323 Harvest Road
Elizabethtown, PA
Brightbill Body Works, Inc. Bid all 4 $16,500
2701 East Cumberland Street
Lebanon, PA
Rohrer Bus Sales, Inc. Bid all 4 $24,000
1515 State Road
Duncannon, PA
Pennsylvania Bus Sales Bid all 4
$29,950
1244 East Newport Road
Lititz, PA
BIDS/CONTRACTS CONT’D:
12.5* Authorize the sale of four (4) Williamsport Area School District owned buses cont’d:
Silverline Bid on 2 of 4 $ 9,400
32 Roanoke Road
Staten Island, NY
We advertised these buses for sale and were able to sell these buses for more than the
trade-in allowance offered by M.A. Brightbill Body Works.
12.6* Authorize the purchase and installation of carpeting from Doc’s Carpet Studio priced through a multi-state bid by the Pennsylvania Joint Purchasing Council as follows:
Curtin Middle School – 1st floor hall $18,582.99
Stevens Elementary School – 2 classrooms 4,278.10
Woodward Alternative School – 1 classroom 2,883.95
Sheridan Elementary School - 1 reading room 540.65
TOTAL $26,285.69
The motion carried by a unanimous roll call.
TAX ITEMS
13.1 Motion made by Mr. Shultz, seconded by Mrs. Harris, to approve the following tax summaries:
The motion carried 8-0.
ITEMS FROM BOARD MEMBERS
Mr. Zimmerman encouraged everyone to attend the chorus/dance recital at the high school this Saturday.
Mrs. Mahaffey reported that Roosevelt’s eighth graders will be presenting their Egyptian Pyramid this Thursday. She also stated that Jackson had a successful game day last week.
Mr. Zimmerman stated that Stevens Elementary had a bicycle safety night last week. Students had their bikes inspected and learned safety tips.
Dr. Lowery reported that Eric Gee will be doing a presentation on our video streaming capabilities at the June 17, 2003 meeting.
ITEMS FROM PUBLIC
Mr. Derrick Tutler addressed the Board concerning his son’s graduation status.
President Stone announced that an executive session was held prior to this evening’s meeting to discuss terms and conditions of employment for one or more District employees and to receive legal advice from an attorney.
Motion made by Mrs. Mahaffey, seconded by Mr. Zimmerman and carried, the meeting adjourned at
8:43 p.m.
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Charles E. Peterson, Jr. Board Secretary