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, April 6, 2004, 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, David A. Huffman, Susan A. Mahaffey, Jay B. Shultz,
David B. Stone, Jr., James E. Temple, Lois T. Williams,
Thomas A. Zimmerman.
ABSENT: Pamela J. Markle.
INVOCATION – Mrs. Susan Mahaffey provided the invocation and read the seventh district belief statement.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Meetings - February 3, and 17, 2004
(Approved by a unanimous roll call under consent agenda)
Student Representatives’ Report – Molly Townsend-Ness
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Mr. David B. Stone, Jr.
A. Congratulations to Mr. Thomas Zimmerman, who has distinguished himself by having obtained 48 credits in the Pennsylvania School Board Association’s voluntary comprehensive training program, the School Board Academy. The Academy curriculum includes a variety of elective courses covering current educational, governance, legal, and management issues.
B. Congratulations to Bruce Elliott (incoming Principal for Cochran Elementary School) who was selected for a week-long study at the University of Oxford. Selection for this opportunity carried with it well-deserved recognition as an outstanding principal. In addition, Mr. Elliott was provided with the opportunity to present his thesis, as well as dialogue with others on essential leadership principles such as contributorship, self-reflection, and the concept that leaders must lead with a holistic view.
C. General Obligation Bond Refinance
Presentation by Public Financial Management and Saul Ewing regarding the refinancing
of the 1999 GOB issue.
Motion made by Mr. Zimmerman, seconded by Mr. Shultz, to approve the following resolution regarding the refinancing of the 1999 GOB Issue.
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT CONT’D: – Mr. David B. Stone, Jr.
D. Motion made by Mr. Shultz, seconded by Mrs. Harris, to approve the adjudication of student 03/04–10 resulting from a quasi-judicial hearing held earlier this evening.
The motion carried by a unanimous roll call.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT – Patricia A. Lowery, Ph.D.
A. Outstanding Students
B. Presentation of Cong Ma—National Merit Scholarship Finalist
C. Presentation of the 2004 Williamsport-Lycoming Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Student—Cong (Carl) Ma, Williamsport Area High School Senior
D. Presentation of the 2004 Williamsport-Lycoming Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Teacher—Richard Hill, Williamsport Area High School Science Teacher
E. Performance of “Music Man” Excerpts by the Lycoming Valley Choral Ensemble
F. 2004 Scholastic Art Gold Key Awards
Marc Barnes, Curtin Middle School – “Flashing Boxes”
Tonya Huston, Williamsport Area High School – “Party Plunger”
Cong Ma, Williamsport Area High School – “Serenity”
Keri Kimura, Williamsport Area High School – “Self Portrait”
Celeste Wade, Williamsport Area High School – “Untitled”
G. Performance by Les Chanteuses
H. Restructuring Physical Education Offerings—Steve Huddy
Motion made by Mr. Temple, seconded by Mrs. Harris, to approve the three-prong plan
presented by Mr. Huddy
The motion carried 7-1 with Mr. Huffman voting no.
President Stone called an executive session to discuss terms and conditions of employment for one or more District employees and to receive legal advice from an attorney at 9:50 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 10:15.
Note: When the meeting reconvened the Board voted on item 5.1D.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT CONT’D: – Patricia A. Lowery, Ph.D.
I. Update on Alternative Education Committee
J. On Display in the Baskin Gallery: DreamMakers
K. Calendar of Events:
April 9-12 Spring Holiday
April 12 Inservice Day for Lycoming Valley and Roosevelt Middle Schools
April 13-14
Snow Make-Up Days (school will be in session)
April 19
Community Relations Committee Meeting, 4:00 p.m.
April 20
Curriculum & Instruction Steering Committee Meeting, 2:00 p.m.
April 20
WASD School Board Meeting, 8:00 p.m.
April 21
Parent & Booster Organization Meeting, 6:00 p.m.
April 26
Alternative Education Committee Meeting, 4:00 p.m.
April 27
Gifted Education Advisory Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
May 4
WASD School Board Meeting, 8:00 p.m.
L. Budget Presentations:
David Wright ½ Time Instructional Support Teacher
James Dugan Personnel Budget
Charles Peterson Local and State Revenue
Committee Reports by Board Members – None
Motion made by Mr. Zimmerman, seconded by Mrs. Harris, to approve the agenda, minutes and addendum, excluding items 5.1C (bond refinancing) 5.1D (adjudication) and 12.2 (SusCom Contract).
The motion carried by a unanimous roll call.
Construction Projects
A. Authorize the submission of PDE-3074(a) self-certification application for non-reimbursable construction project, for a boiler replacement at the high school with a cost estimated at $55,000.
B. Authorize the submission of PDE-3074(a) self-certification application for non-reimbursable construction project, for patching and painting of selected interiors at Sheridan, Stevens, Curtin and Woodward Schools at an estimated cost of $20,000.
FINANCE REPORT
6.1 Approve the following financial reports:
A. Treasurer’s Report for the month of January 2004
FINANCE REPORT CONT’D:
B. Payroll Report:
General Fund – Unrestricted $2,635,097.72
General Fund – Restricted 241,834.11
Athletics and Extra Curricular 25,985.07
Food Service Fund 69,860.34
Data Processing Fund 7,672.07
Maintenance Fund 35,883.04
Mercantile & Privilege 5.77
Earned Income Tax 31,181.73
Student Activities 2,456.80
TOTAL $3,049,976.65
6.2* Authorize payment of invoices and services rendered by the list submitted marked Order No. 04/06/04 in the amount of $379,684.71, 04/06/04A in the amount of $162,788.07, 04/06/04B in the amount of $925.72, 04/06/04C in the amount of $218,958.82, 04/06/04D in the amount of $5,142.81 and that the officers of the Board of School Directors be directed to execute Order Nos. 04/06/04, 04/06/04A, 04/06/04B, 04/06/04C and 04/06/04D.
BOARD POLICY
7.1 Approve the second reading and adoption of Policy #324.1/424.1/524/1, “ Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.”
CURRICULUM REPORT
8.1 Approve the Jackson Elementary School Comprehensive School Review plan.
8.2 Approve April 12, 2004 as an Act 80 Day for Lycoming Valley and Roosevelt Middle Schools.
8.3* Approve the following Middle Level Remedial Summer School rates for 2004:
Non-district residents $250.00 per course
District residents - full $150.00 per course
District residents - free/reduced $80.00 per course
8.4* Approve the following price structure and courses for the 2004 high school summer school program.
Residents Non-Residents Reduced Rate
60-Hour Class $130 $210 $110
120-Hour Class $260 $420 $220
CURRICULUM REPORT CONT’D:
8.4* Approve the following price structure and courses for the 2004 high school summer school program cont’d:
Courses to be offered: (depending upon the number of students enrolled)
* 0029 English 9 Basic
* 0003 English 10 Basic
* 0013 English 11 Basic
* 0023 English 12 Basic
1027 Civics & Multiculturalism
** 1007 Civics & Multiculturalism H
1025 Government & Economics
** 1023 Government & Economics H
1016 U.S. History
** 1010 U.S. History H
** 1030 Modern World History H
1034 Modern World History
2011 Algebra I
2012 Algebra II
2022 Plane Geometry
* 9009 Phys. Ed. – Freshmen
* 9010 Phys. Ed. – Sophomore
* 9011 Phys. Ed. – Junior/Senior
* 9033 Health Education
*** 5020 Spanish I
S.A.T. Preparation - English
S.A.T. Preparation – Mathematics
* These courses are offered for “make-up” only
** Honors courses must be approved by the student’s guidance counselor
*** Offered for advanced credit only
8.5* Approve Ronald A. DeSanto, 4633 Rose Valley Road, Trout Run, PA 17771 as a consultant for the on-site NATEF evaluation team for up to 2 days at the rate of $90 per day. Mr. DeSanto will serve as a member of the on-site evaluation team from an independent repair facility. Funding for this service is provided by the Innovative Learning and Workforce Development grant. (10-2271-329-261-30-850-000-033-004)
8.6* Approve the Automotive Technology program at the Williamsport Area High School to apply for certification by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). Based on NATEF’s evaluation, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifies the program. Graduates of the program who meet the criteria are eligible for ACE certification. Program Certification will require the visit of an on-site evaluation team during late April or May. The evaluation team consists of a member from a dealership, a member from an independent repair facility, and a member from an automotive training program. Cost of the application is $450 and is funded through the Innovative Learning and Workforce Development grant. (10-1100-819-261-30-850-000-033-0004)
CURRICULUM REPORT CONT’D:
8.6* Approve the Automotive Technology program at the Williamsport Area High School cont’d:
The Automotive Technology program is a PDE approved Career and Technical Education program offered at the Williamsport Area High School. Students completing the Safety Inspection Mechanic Training Program are eligible to participate in the certification testing program and, if successful on the test, will receive certification as a Safety Inspection Mechanic (Pennsylvania State Inspection). WAHS students who successfully complete the automotive technology program will now be eligible for both State Inspection and ASE certification.
8.7* Approve Tracy Lunger and Patti Wiley to do Everyday Math training in a 3-hour after school session on Wednesday, April 14. (Ms. Lunger and Ms. Wiley are teachers in the East Lycoming School District and are official staff developers for Everyday Math.) The cost of the training will be $180 per presenter and will be paid for through Title IIB.
8.8 Approve a "Career Exploration Day" opportunity for WASD students in grades 5 through 12 on April 22, 2004. This is a career education activity and coincides with the national "Take Our Daughters to Work Day."
This experience is only recommended for students in grades 5 through 12; however, students in Kindergarten through 4th grade may participate in the experience by completing the “Application for Excused Absence for an Educational Trip.”
This is a voluntary activity that will require pre-registration to include parent's signature and identification of parent/guardian's place of employment to be visited. Additionally, students participating in this activity with their parent will be required, and given the opportunity, to
complete regular academic work covered on April 22. Participating students will also be required to complete a variety of appropriate assignments relevant to their visitation of the parent's place of employment.
Participating parents are responsible for the transportation and safety of their child to and from their place of employment.
8.9 Approve an Act 80 Day on Thursday May 13, 2004 for the Williamsport Area High School staff.
8.10* Approve expenses to be incurred by Alison Trautmann, HighSchools That Work consultant, in providing ninth grade academy professional development to the Williamsport Area High School faculty for 2 days in May of 2004. Ms. Trautmann is principal of the Stranahan High School, 1800 SW 5th Place, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312. Stranahan High School has successfully operated an academy for several years. The professional development aspect of the grant meets one of the grant objectives, which is to enhance integrated learning that gives students occupational and academic skills required to perform successfully in the workplace. Expenses to be incurred for the 2 days include a consultant fee, airfare, lodging, and meals estimated at $5,800 and paid through the Innovative Learning and Workforce Development grant. (String # 10-2271-329-261-30-850-000-033-0004)
PERSONNEL REPORT
9.1 RESIGNATIONS
Accept the following resignations, effective on the dates and for the purposes indicated:
A. Kevin J. Brown, regular part-time custodian at the high school, for other employment, effective March 19, 2004.
B. Fred L. Hartman, substitute custodian for the District, due to health reasons, effective March 10, 2004.
9.2 LEAVES OF ABSENCE
Approve the following leaves of absence:
A. Kimberly A. Whittington, general food service worker at the high school, extension of an unpaid medical leave, effective March 23, 2004, through September 1, 2004.
B. Kimberly L. Kaiser, full-time custodian at Round Hills Elementary School, for an unpaid medical leave, effective April 14, 2004, through June 30, 2004, possibly to return sooner.
Ms. Kaiser is currently utilizing sick and/or personal days and will begin her unpaid leave of absence on April 14, 2004, 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.
C. Tracy M. Mitstifer, Title I Reading Specialist at Cochran Elementary School, for an unpaid medical leave, effective April 8, 2004, through June 30, 2004, possibly to return sooner.
Mrs. Mitstifer is currently utilizing sick and/or personal days and will begin her unpaid leave of absence on April 8, 2004, 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.
D. Ann M. Bidelspacher, full-time fifth grade teacher at Hepburn-Lycoming Elementary School, for an unpaid medical leave, effective May 3, 2004, through May 24, 2004.
Mrs. Bidelspacher is currently utilizing sick and/or personal days and will begin her unpaid leave of absence on May 3, 2004, 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.
9.2 LEAVES OF ABSENCE CONT’D:
E. Robert A. Burke, full-time custodian at the high school, for an unpaid medical leave, effective March 23, 2004, through April 2, 2004.
Mr. Burke began his unpaid leave of absence on March 23, 2004, 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.
F. Michael B. Lundy, Jr., mathematics teacher at Roosevelt Middle School, extension of leave of absence effective April 1, 2004, through April 23, 2004, possibly to be extended at a later date.
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF
Elect the following staff, for the purpose and on the date indicated:
A. The following substitute food service workers, at the salary rate of $6.25 per hour, for the actual number of hours worked, effective dates as indicated:
Michelle E. Johnson 124 Vista Lane, Cogan Station (effective 03/22/04)
Bobbi Jo Kuhns 2019 Heshbon St., Williamsport (effective 04/07/04)
Gail S. Myers 1961 Walters Rd., Montoursville (effective 04/07/04)
Shryl L. Toner-Whitesell 72 Long Rd., Jersey Shore (effective 04/07/04)
B. The following substitute custodian/event staff, with a base wage rate of $7.50 per hour, for the actual number of hours worked, effective April 7, 2004:
Kevin J. Brown 29 Casey Dr., Williamsport
Charles E. Finnerty 2803 Lycoming Creek Rd., Williamsport
William P. Hamilton 1207 Sherman St., Williamsport
Mark D. Quigley 4016 Beautys Run Rd., Linden
C. The following substitute school bus drivers (non-bargaining unit personnel), with a base wage rate of $11.00 per hour, effective date as indicated:
Sharon L. Andrade 734 S. Shaffer Hill Rd., Cogan Station (eff. 03/30/04)
D. 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 2003-2004 school year:
Monica L. Cardin-Bussanich 176 Crestview Dr., Winfield (effective 04/07/04)
Elizabeth M. Hughes 32 Valley Heights Dr., Williamsport (eff. 03/31/04)
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
E. 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:
Thomas P. Bartholomew 529 Fairmont Ave., S. Williamsport
Anthony J. Cimini 411 Kane St., S. Williamsport
Andrea L. Tyson 819 Second Ave., Williamsport
Kaelie L. Good 5702 Rt. 287 St. Highway, Jersey Shore
F. 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:
Leslie A. Carnevale 65 Keyser Circle, Williamsport (eff. 04/07/04)
Natasha L. Marnon 2312 Spring Garden St., Williamsport (eff. 04/01/04)
Michele M. Peterson 313 Hughes St., Williamsport (eff. 04/07/04)
Toni A. Beck 1001 Tucker St., Williamsport
G. Michael B. Lundy, Jr., 23 Roseville Rd., Williamsport, as Acting Dean of Students at Roosevelt Middle School, effective date April 1, 2004, through April 23, 2004, possibly to be extended. Mr. Lundy’s per diem rate to $288.28 per day (from $270.94 per day) to reflect his extended services in this position effective March 1, 2004. The adjustment to $288.28 per day will reflect the regular per diem rate for a Middle School Dean of Students. Mr. Lundy will maintain the benefits as provided under the agreement with the Williamsport Education Association (to provide services during Mrs. Fausnaught’s absence).
H. Elect the following spring sport coaches at the respective schools for the 2003-2004 school year at the salary rate in accordance with the 2002-2007 agreement by and between the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School District and the Williamsport Education:
Roosevelt Middle School Track & Field
Assistant Coach Andrew H. Bennett $1,238 (necessary because
of number of participants)
I. Michael A. Cioffi, 1226 Hillsdale Drive, Williamsport, to serve as the district-wide Teacher Coordinator for the Title I Extended Year Program for up to 90 hours prior to the start of the Extended Year Program at the rate of $23.91 per hour or contract rate plus appropriate benefits, participation in up to three professional development days at the rate of $90.00 per day, and as Building Coordinator for Jackson Elementary School, for up to 4½ hours per day effective July 12, 2004, through August 6, 2004, at the rate of $24.67 per hour or contract rate plus eligible benefits, funded through Title I.
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
J. Nancy D. Hiscock, 66 Pheasant Lane, Cogan Station, to serve as the Building Coordinator at Cochran Elementary School for the Title I Extended Year Program for up to 30 hours prior to the start of the Extended Year Program at the rate of $23.91 per hour or contract rate plus appropriate benefits, participation in up to three professional development days at the rate of $90 per day, and for up to 4½ hours per day effective July 12, 2004, through August 6, 2004, at the rate of $24.67 per hour or contract rate plus eligible benefits, funded through Title I.
K. Diane M. Breon, 1807 Walters Rd., Montoursville, as the District-wide Librarian for the Title I Extended Year Program for up to 90 hours prior to the start of the Extended Year Program at the rate of $23.91 per hour or contract rate plus appropriate benefits, and as Librarian at Jackson Elementary School for up to 3½ hours per day during the Title I Extended Year Program, effective July 12, 2004, through August 6, 2004, at the rate of $24.67 per hour or contract rate plus eligible benefits, and for up to three days of staff development at the rate of $90.00 per day. All funds are budgeted under Title I.
L. The following persons to teach elementary Title I Extended Year Program (building placement to be determined later), effective July 12, 2004, through August 6, 2004 (up to 3½ hours per day), at the rate of $24.67 per hour or contract rate plus appropriate benefits, and for up to three days of staff development at the rate of $90.00 per day. All costs funded through Title I:
Veronica R. Hine 1994 Walters Rd., Montoursville
Jacqueline K. Thompson 58 Maple Ave., Williamsport
Bobbi Jean Gallagher 1000 Park Ave., Woolrich
Lisa C. Swoyer 326 Cedarwood Dr., Montoursville
Linda K. Joella * 1001 Beechnut Parkway, Williamsport
Andrew H. Bennett 35 Riverview Rd., Linden
Kellie S. Vassallo 1209 Bonair Dr., Williamsport
Stacy L. Hayes * 2030 Blair St., Williamsport
Michelle K. Dixon 5944 Lycoming Creek Rd., Cogan Station
Tatum R. Heiser 71 Rick Lane, Cogan Station
Louise A. Campana 870 Hollywood Circle, Williamsport
Sandra S. Ritter 21 Overhill Rd., Williamsport
Tammi M. Dunkleberger 17 Roseville Rd., Williamsport
Marcia A. Bruno 1506 Overbrook Rd., Williamsport
Michele R. Jackson 200 Grove St., South Williamsport
Gabriel J. Campana 836 Rural Ave., Williamsport
Sherri L. Doebler 555 Dudek Rd., Williamsport
Michael Burd * 491 Chalfont Place, Reading 19606
Nicholas L. Koletar 112 Church St. South Williamsport
Catherine E. Gibson 1221 Lose Ave., Williamsport
Debra H. Goff 1015 Beechnut Parkway, Williamsport
Carol S. Fischer 431 Woodland Ave., Williamsport
Lynn M. Shade 165 Miller Rd., Cogan Station
Lynne E. Piotrowski 1362 Northway Rd., Williamsport
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
L. The following persons to teach elementary Title I Extended Year Program cont’d:
Melissa A. Love 151 Laurel Run Circle, Williamsport
Kimberly D. Walter 1503 Hepburn St., Williamsport
Susan C. Crossley 354 Lincoln Ave., Williamsport
Tanya L. Gower 75 Harvest St., Linden
Kristiann McQuown 53 Winwood Dr., Cogan Station
Joyce B. Shrimp 163 Willow Rd., Watsontown
Catherine L. Hanner 518 Cedarwood Dr., Montoursville
Tara R. Snook 413 Weldon St., Montoursville
Corrine K. Fravel 306 Burke St., Jersey Shore
Denay M. Gair 950 Louisa St., Williamsport
Miranda J. Dincher 163 Cross Mountain Lane, South Williamsport
Kathryn M. Marcello 1765 Ravine Rd., Williamsport
Sue E. Paulhamus 1628 W. Fourth St., Williamsport
* Pending receipt of all necessary paperwork for newly hired temporary staff
M. Michael A. Haines, 343 Eldred St., Williamsport, to serve as the Building Coordinator at Curtin Middle School for the Title I Extended Year Program for up to seven (7) days prior to the start of the Extended Year Program at the rate of $90.00 per day and for up to 4 hours per day during the Title I Extended Year Program, effective July 12, 2004, through August 6, 2004, at the rate of $24.67 per hour or contract rate plus eligible benefits, and for up to three days of staff development at the rate of $90.00 per day, funded through Title I.
N. The following persons to teach Title I Extended Year Program at Curtin Middle School, effective July 12, 2004, through August 6, 2004 (up to 3½ hours per day), at the rate of $24.67 per hour or contract rate plus appropriate benefits, and for up to three days of staff development at the rate of $90.00 per day. All costs funded through Title I:
Jaclyn P. Haines 343 Eldred St., Williamsport
Charles F. Greevy IV 1518 Penn St., Williamsport
Matthew J. Foote 320 E. Central Ave., South Williamsport
Lee Kaar * 1645 Chestnut St., Williamsport
Kerri L. Sokolowski 35 Washington Blvd., Williamsport
Stephanie J. Wolfanger 592 Shadle Rd., Jersey Shore
Lisa A. Wagner 272 Park Ave., Lock Haven
David C. Fink 2218 Mahaffey Lane, Williamsport
Arnold J. Betts 1300 Mahaffey Hollow Rd., Linden
Timothy T. Thompson 7 E. Water St., Lock Haven
Mark F. Marinucci 1401 Lincoln Ave., Williamsport
Billie Jean Nogle 87 Marshall Lane, Williamsport
* Pending receipt of all necessary paperwork for newly hired temporary staff
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
O. The following persons to teach Title I Extended Year Program at Roosevelt Middle School, effective July 12, 2004, through August 6, 2004 (up to 3½ hours per day), at the rate of $24.67 per hour or contract rate plus appropriate benefits, and for up to three days of staff development at the rate of $90.00 per day. All costs funded through Title I:
Shane M. Laudenslager 90 Valley Rd., South Williamsport
Kevin B. Mumbauer 924 W. Central Ave., South Williamsport
Jennifer C. Redmon 427 S. Main St., Jersey Shore
Nicholas A. Tagliaferri 1091 Young’s Rd., Linden
Meredith L. Hawkins 129 Church St., Dallas 18612
P. The following persons to teach Elementary/Special Education Title I Extended School Year (ESY) Program, effective July 12, 2004, through August 6, 2004 (up to 3½ hours per day), at the rate of $24.67 per hour or contract rate plus appropriate benefits. All costs funded through ACCESS):
Cochran Elementary
Danielle L. Mogush 342 Queen St., Northumberland
Jo-Ann Gorski 50 Cliffside Dr., Williamsport
Hepburn-Lycoming Elementary
Maria N. Pulizzi 1311 Elmira St., Williamsport
Jackson Elementary
Jennifer L. Conklin * 1217 West Central Ave., South Williamsport
Roosevelt Middle School
Thomas D. Croce 338 High St., Apt. 2W, Williamsport
Michelle L. Pulizzi 1026 Mulberry St., Williamsport
* Pending receipt of all necessary paperwork for newly hired temporary staff
9.4* POSITION CHANGES - Approve the following position changes:
A. Kirk C. Felix, 25 Roseville Rd., Williamsport, from Assistant Principal to Elementary Principal at Stevens Elementary School, beginning July 1, 2004, at a salary of $79,169 and benefits as provided in the Act 93 Meet and Discuss Compensation Plan, effective July 1, 2003. Mr. Felix is currently the Assistant Principal at Stevens Elementary School.
B.
Katherine E. Ardabell, 1905 West 3rd
St., Williamsport, from a substitute food service worker to a general food
service worker (3 hours daily) at the Jackson Elementary School, with a base
wage rate of $8.59 per hour or contract rate, effective January
March 17, 2004 (replacing Penny Bower, transferred) [revision to 03/16/04
Board Agenda item].
9.4* POSITION CHANGES CONT’D:
C. Jacquelyn A. Feig, 4045 Pleasant Valley Rd., Cogan Station, from a general food service worker at the high school to a full-time Instructional Support Aide (185 day, 7 hours per day) at the high school, with a base wage rate of $15,462, prorated ($11.94 per hour) or contract rate, effective April 19, 2004 (replacing Linda Clark, transferred).
D. Kathie A. Saar, 1131 Market St., Williamsport, from a general food service worker at Cochran Elementary School to a part-time instructional support aide (185 day, up to 4 hours per day) at Cochran Elementary School, with a base wage rate of $9.34 per hour or contract rate, effective April 19, 2004 (replacing Christine Knipe, transferred to full-time).
E. Donna M. Engel, 11 Ridge St., Williamsport, from a general food service worker at Jackson Elementary School to a part-time Administrative Support I (245 day, up to 4½ hours per day) in the Business/Tax Office at the District Service Center, with a base wage rate of $9.24 per hour or contract rate, effective April 19, 2004 (replacing Lynette Aunkst, transferred to full-time).
F. Suzanne J. Boatman, 2015 Yale Ave., Williamsport, from a general food service worker (5½ hours daily) at Curtin Middle School to a Satellite Cafeteria Manager (6½ hours daily) at Round Hills Elementary School, with a base wage rate of $10.04 per hour or contract rate, effective August 24, 2004 (replacing Mary Landis, retiring at the end of the 2003-2004 school year).
G. Myrene L. Bradley, 3123 Bottle Run Rd., Williamsport, from a substitute food service worker to a general food service worker (4 hours daily) at the high school, with a base wage rate of $8.59 per hour or contract rate, effective April 7, 2004 (replacing Tonia Kuhns, transferred).
H. Jennifer A. Douglass, 814 Cherry St., Williamsport, from a substitute food service worker to a general food service worker (4 hours daily) at Jackson Elementary School, with a base wage rate of $8.59 per hour or contract rate, effective April 7, 2004, (replacing Donna Engel, transferred to administrative support position).
9.5 WORK CALENDARS FOR 2004-2005
Approve work schedules calendars for administrative, professional staff and support staff employees for fiscal year 2004-2005 as listed below:
Category Column Days Hours
12-month Custodial/Maintenance/Warehouse/
Printer/Automotive Maintenance A 250 8
12-month Administrators*, Confidential Admin. Support* B 245 7 ½*
12-month Technicians, Admin. Support B 245 7 ½
11-month Selected Admin. Support Staff C 225 7
11-month Selected Administrators* D 220 7 ½*
10-month Department Heads and Selected Administrators* E 205 7*
9.5 WORK CALENDARS FOR 2004-2005
Approve work schedules calendars for administrative, professional staff and support staff employees for fiscal year 2004-2005 as listed below cont’d:
Category Column Days Hours
10-month Elem. Administrators*, Admin. Support E 205 7
Selected Psychologists F 200 7 ½
Teacher Schedule G 188 7
Instructional Aides/Administrative Support H 185 7
Students/Bus Drivers/Food Service/Security Officers I 180 ---
*Reflects advertised office hours. These employee schedules are not limited to office hours.
9.6 CONTRACTED SERVICES
A. Approve and authorize the Board to sign a three-year contract with Employee Services, Inc., 55 Chamberlain St., Wellsville, New York 14895, to provide an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for eligible school district employees, at the rate of $24.00 (1.7% increase) per employee per year (including eligible dependents), effective July 1, 2004.
9.7 OTHER
A. Authorize the extension of the work day (up to 45 minutes per day) for each of the following employees for days assigned at Curtin Middle School, through the remainder of the 2003-2004 school term, effective March 29, 2004:
Daniel Whitaker (Instructional Support Aide), 935 Louisa St., Williamsport
Ronald (Jamal) Nesmith (Paraprofessional), 638 Market St., Williamsport
These individuals will provide Student Intervention Support Services at Curtin Middle School.
B. Beth A. Ecker, 1031 Mulberry St., Williamsport, as a substitute teacher at St. Joseph’s Parochial School, 711 W. Edwin St., Williamsport, to teach for the Title I Extended Day Program for up to four (4) hours per week (3 hours instruction plus one hour preparation) for Title I identified students in each school for the 2003-2004 school term, at the rate of $23.91 per hour, effective for the remainder of the 2003-2004 school year.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
10.1 RELEASED TIME/TRAINING PROGRAMS
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.
STUDENT/COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
11.1* Approve the following student trips:
A. Eighteen (18) third grade gifted education students from Jackson, Round Hills, Sheridan, and Stevens Elementary Schools, accompanied by their teachers and a parent, to travel to Lycoming College and the Williamsport-Lycoming Airport during April 2004. Students eligible to participate must be in compliance with their school’s field trip disciplinary requirements. District transportation is requested (10-1243-519-000-10-000-000-023-0000).
B. Thirty-one (31) fourth grade gifted education students from Cochran, Hepburn-Lycoming, Round Hills, Sheridan, and Stevens Elementary Schools, accompanied by their teachers and two parents, to travel to Camp Susque (Trout Run) during April 2004. Students eligible to participate must be in compliance with their school’s field trip disciplinary requirements. District transportation is requested (10-1243-519-000-10-000-000-023-0000). Registration fees will be charged to 10-1243-813-000-10-000-000-023-0000.
C. Fourteen (14) second grade gifted education students from Cochran, Round Hills, and Stevens Elementary Schools, accompanied by their teachers and a parent, to travel to the Lycoming County Historical Museum, Memorial Park, and the Williamsport-Lycoming Airport during April 2004. Students eligible to participate must be in compliance with their school’s field trip disciplinary requirements.
District transportation is requested (10-1243-519-000-10-000-000-023-0000). Registration fees will be charged to 10-1243-813-000-10-000-000-023-0000
D. Twenty-six (26) fifth grade gifted education students from Hepburn-Lycoming, Jackson, Round Hills, Sheridan, and Stevens Elementary Schools, accompanied by their teachers and two parents, to travel to Camp Susque (Trout Run) during April 2004. Students eligible to participate must be in compliance with their school’s field trip disciplinary requirements.
District transportation is requested (10-1243-519-000-10-000-000-023-0000). Registration fees will be charged to 10-1243-813-000-10-000-000-023-0000
11.1* Approve the following student trips cont’d:
E. Eighteen (18) members of the Williamsport Area High School’s percussion ensemble, accompanied by their teacher, to travel to Central Mountain High School (Mill Hall) during April 2004 to perform in a percussion ensemble competition. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school more than five days; will have no bus disciplinary record; will be passing all major courses; and are not, in the judgment of their house principal, experiencing attendance difficulties. Transportation will be provided by contract carrier (10-3211-513-000-30-850-121-023-0000).
F. Fifty-four (54) fifth grade students from Sheridan Elementary School, accompanied by parent chaperones, to travel to the National Aquarium in Baltimore during May 2004. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school, will not have more than three pink slips, have been assigned to Saturday School, or have received more than one in-school detention within 60 calendar days prior to the trip.
Transportation will be provided by contract carrier. Student fundraisers will pay for the cost of the trip.
G. All eighth grade science students from Curtin Middle School, accompanied by four teachers, to travel to the Montour Preserve on two dates during May 2004. The students will be divided into two groups with half attending each day. Students must be in compliance with their school’s field trip disciplinary requirements in order to participate. District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Curtin PTO.
H. One Curtin Middle School student, accompanied by a teacher, to travel to Harrisburg for two days during March 2004 to participate in the State Mathcounts Competition.
The student will be transported by the teacher. All costs will be paid through the Title II budget.
I. Twenty-five (25) Williamsport Area High School students, accompanied by their teacher and advisor, to travel to Lock Haven University on two dates during April 2004 to participate in the Model United Nations. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school more than five days; will have no bus disciplinary record; will be passing all major courses; and are not, in the judgment of their house principal, experiencing attendance difficulties. District transportation is requested (10-1243/1100-519-000-30-850-000/190-023/029-0000). Two substitutes will be required for two days.
J. Fifty-two (52) third grade students from Round Hills Elementary School, accompanied by their teachers, aides, and parent volunteers, to travel to the Community Arts Center, Little League headquarters, and Reptiland during May 2004. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school or have been assigned to Saturday School for disciplinary reasons within 30 school days prior to the trip. District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Round Hills PTO.
11.1* Approve the following student trips cont’d:
K. Thirty-eight (38) members of the Williamsport Area High School’s jazz and percussion ensembles, accompanied by their teachers, to travel to Sheridan Elementary School during April 2004 to perform. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school more than five days; will have no bus disciplinary record; will be passing all major courses; and are not, in the judgment of their house principal, experiencing attendance difficulties. District transportation is requested (10-1100-519-000-30-850-121-023-0000).
L. Fifty (50) second grade students from Round Hills Elementary School, accompanied by their teachers and parent chaperones, to travel to Woodward Cave during May 2004. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school or assigned to Saturday School for disciplinary reasons within 30 school days prior to the trip.
District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Round Hills PTO.
M. Approximately 104 fourth grade students from Jackson Elementary School, accompanied by their teachers and parent volunteers, to travel to Penn’s Cave during June 2004. Students eligible to participate must be in compliance with the school’s field trip disciplinary requirements. District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Jackson PTO.
N. Approximately 80 orchestra students from the Williamsport Area High School, accompanied by their teachers and parent chaperones, to travel to New York City during May 2004 to attend a performance of “Phantom of the Opera” and to tour Carnegie Hall. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school more than five days; will have no bus disciplinary record; will be passing all major courses; and are not, in the judgment of their house principal, experiencing attendance difficulties. Transportation will be provided by contract carrier. All costs will be paid by the students and the orchestra association. Two substitutes will be required for the day.
O. Ten (10) emotional support students from the Williamsport Area High School, accompanied by two teachers and an aide, to travel to Rock Run and Pleasant Stream for a community interaction/socialization experience. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school more than five days; will have no bus disciplinary record; will be passing all major courses; and are not, in the judgment of their house principal, experiencing attendance difficulties. District transportation is requested. A private vehicle may be used (if needed) to supplement the district transportation. There will be no cost to the District.
P. Approximately 40 members of the Williamsport Area High School’s CASA club, accompanied by their teacher and other staff chaperones, to travel to New York City during May 2004. The students will visit the Statue of Liberty, “ Ground Zero,” and the South Street Seaport. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school more than five days; will have no bus disciplinary record; will be passing all major courses; and are not, in the judgment of their house principal, experiencing attendance difficulties. Transportation will be provided by contract carrier. The students will fund a portion of the trip and the rest will be paid from CASA fundraisers.
11.1* Approve the following student trips cont’d:
Q. Three (3) Williamsport Area High School students, accepted by competitive audition, to participate in the Pennsylvania Music Educators’ Association All-State Festival to be held in Erie four days during April 2004. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school more than five days; will have no bus disciplinary record; will be passing all major courses; and are not, in the judgment of their house principal, experiencing attendance difficulties.
Anna Douthat – Soprano I
Jeremy Hurwitz – Cello
Allison Nick – Alto II
Cost to the District would be $735 (10-3212/3214-813-000-30-850-121-023-0000) for student registration fees; and $750 (10-3212/3214-581-000-30-850-121-023-0000) for teacher expenses. Two substitutes will be needed for two days. The students will be transported by their teachers and parents.
R. Four (4) Williamsport Area High School students, accompanied by their teacher, to travel to the Pennsylvania State University Wilkes-Barre campus during May 2004 to participate in the Newton Math Competition. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school more than five days; will have no bus disciplinary record; will be passing all major courses; and are not, in the judgment of their house principal, experiencing attendance difficulties. The students will be transported by their teacher. A substitute will be required for a half day.
S. Approximately 80 fourth grade students from Round Hills Elementary School, accompanied by their teachers, aides, and parent volunteers, to travel to Harrisburg during May 2004. The students will have the opportunity to visit the State Museum and to tour the capital. District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Round Hills PTO.
T. Eight (8) Jackson Elementary School students, accompanied by their principal and parents, to travel to Hoss’s during April 2004 as a reward for their efforts during the school fundraiser. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended or assigned to Saturday School within 30 days prior to the trip. The students will be transported by limousine. All costs will be paid by the Jackson PTO.
U. Approximately 125 fifth grade students from Jackson Elementary School, accompanied by their parents, to travel to Knoebel’s Grove during May 2004. Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended or assigned to Saturday School within 30 days prior to the trip. Transportation will be provided by contract carrier. All costs will be paid by the Jackson PTO.
11.1* Approve the following student trips cont’d:
V. Twenty-six (26) members of the Williamsport Area High School’s musical theatre classes, accompanied by their teacher, to travel to the Community Arts Center during April 2004 to observe and assist in the set-up of the musical “Fame.” Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended from school more than five days; will have no bus disciplinary record ; will be passing all major courses; and are not, in the judgment of their house principal, experiencing attendance difficulties. District transportation is requested (10-1100-513-000-30-850-121-023-0000).
W. One (1) Williamsport Area High School FBLA student, accompanied by her advisor, to travel to Denver, Colorado, for seven days during July 2004 to compete in the FBLA National Competition.
The student and teacher will fly from Harrisburg to Denver. Estimated expenses of $3,127 will be paid from string #10-1390-519-000-30-850-280-033-0000.
BIDS/CONTRACTS
12.1* Approve a contract with Mr. Ty Sells, a motivation/prevention speaker with Youth to Youth International, to address Juniors and Seniors at the Williamsport Area High School on Tuesday, May 11, 2004. Mr. Sells, a nationally-recognized speaker, will address the “Power of Acceptance” in connection with Prom Promise Week, and promote a drug and alcohol-free prom experience and lifestyle. Mr. Sells’ fee is $1,500, plus expenses, divided equally among the Williamsport Area High School and two other area high schools that will co-sponsor his appearance. Funding for the WAHS portion of Mr. Sells appearance in budgeted in the WAHS SADD Club string 80-3210-752-000-00-000-843-084-0000.
12.2* Motion made by Mr. Shultz, seconded by Mrs. Williams, to approve a contract with SusCom to televise School Board meetings at a cost of $700 per meeting. The contract will be effective with the April 20, 2004, meeting and continue through March 2005.
Roll Call – Yeas: Shultz, Stone and Williams
Nays: Harris, Huffman, Mahaffey, Temple and Zimmerman
The motion failed.
12.3* Authorize a renewal of an agreement with Verizon Wireless for the District’ ;s cell phone service. This new plan is estimated to reduce the monthly bill by 30% while increasing the coverage area for a state plan to a national plan and providing new telephones. The new monthly bill will be approximately $400.00 based on current service and this bill will be included on e-rate applications which should provide reimbursement of approximately 50% of the bill.
BIDS/CONTRACTS
12.4* Approve a contract with Cybarworks Inc., 14605 N. Airport Drive Suite 222, Scottsdale, AZ for the period of 4/15/04 through 6/30/08, to provide Antivirus software and updates - Includes initial antivirus software and e-mail protection for 2,500 workstations, monthly upgrades, and daily definition updates for a period of 4 years. $35,420.00
12.5* Award a contract to M.A. Brightbill Body Works, Inc., 2701 East Cumberland Street, Lebanon, PA to furnish and deliver four (4) new model 2005, eighty-four (84) passenger, forward control, transit style school buses in accordance with our specifications and their bid at a total price of $342,492.00. Ten bids were mailed to various vendors however, only one bid was received at the District Service Center on Tuesday, March 9, 2004. The contract to M.A. Brightbill will indicate that the District reserves the right to trade or retain any and all of the four buses being replaced.
12.6* 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:
Pennsylvania Bus Sales Inc.
1244 East Newport Road
Lititz, PA Total Sale $35,600.00
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.
12.7* Authorize the purchase of Custodial Supplies to replenish inventoried stock in accordance with the specifications and recommended awards. All recommended awards are based on the lowest bid price meeting specifications.
A schedule of items to be awarded has been provided in lieu of a complete
tabulation. Due to the extensive number of items and participating vendors
on supply bids, it is impractical to provide a complete tabulation. A
complete tabulation is available in the business office for viewing by any
interested parties.
RECOMMENDED AWARDS
All-Phase Electric Supply, Williamsport, PA $1,792.80
Dubois Chemical Inc., Williamsport, PA 2,857.65
Eagle Janitorial Supply Co. Inc., Williamsport, PA 67.20
Genesis II Inc., Rock Hill, SC 1,359.76
Interboro Packaging Corp., Montgomery, NY 5,988.00
INDCO Inc., Glouchester, NJ 2,757.76
Winner Hardware Inc., Williamsport, PA 284.40
Kressly's Paint & Wallpaper, South Williamsport, PA 8,882.00
LJC Distributors, Scranton, PA 270.00
Lowe's Home Centers Inc., Montoursville, PA 129.00
Master Chemical Products Inc., Wilkes Barre, PA 2,031.66
BIDS/CONTRACTS
12.7* Authorize the purchase of Custodial Supplies to replenish inventoried stock cont’d:
RECOMMENDED AWARDS CONT’D:
Main Pool & Chemical Supply Co, Avoca, PA 2,968.00
Pyramid School Products Inc., Tampa, FL 143.34
Susquehanna Paper and Sanitary, Williamsport, PA 7,315.52
Sofco Inc., Depew, NY 3,688.00
United Restaurant Equipment Inc., Harrisburg, PA 1,088.16
XPEDX, Camp Hill, PA 10,932.24
TOTAL RECOMMENDED AWARDS $52,555.49
TAX ITEMS
13.1 Approve the following tax summaries.
ITEMS FROM BOARD MEMBERS – None
ITEMS FROM PUBLIC – None
President Stone announced that the Board met in executive session before, during and will again after this evenings’ 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. Harris, seconded by Mrs. Mahaffey and carried, the meeting adjourned at
11:32 p.m.
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Charles E. Peterson, Jr. Board Secretary