W illiamsport A rea
S chool D istrict
Board of Directors Meeting
February 15, 2005
6:00 p.m.
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION –
Mrs. Pamela Markle DISTRICT BELIEF STATEMENTS
STATEMENT # 8
We believe that student competence can be demonstrated and evaluated.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Meeting – January 18, 2005
5. REPORTS TO THE BOARD
5.1
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Mr. David B. Stone, Jr.
A.
P.A.G.E. 1 Presentation—Paul Daniels, Principal – Sheridan Elementary
School
Other P.A.G.E. 1 Team Members are:
5.2
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT – Patricia A. Lowery, Ph.D.
A.
Congratulations to the following students:
Over one million students nationwide took the PSAT’s, thereby qualifying
for possible National Merit recognition. Of the million, the top 50,000 scores
nationwide were determined. Of those, 16,000 were named Semifinalists, and
34,000 were named Commended Students, making all three of our students in the
top five percent in the nation.
B.
Congratulations to senior Callah Antonetti, daughter of Mrs. Deborah
Antonetti-Hill, the late Dr. Thomas Antonetti, and Mr. Kenneth Hill, has been
selected as a 2004 National Council of Teachers of English Achievement Awards
in Writing winner. A total of 2,587 of last year’s juniors nationwide
were nominated for this prestigious award, with only 689 students nationally
being chosen as outstanding writers.
C.
Calendar of Events
February 16 Gifted Advisory Council Meeting—7:00 p.m.
February 22
Inservice Day at Curtin Middle School
5.3
Committee Reports by Board Members
5.4 Construction Projects
A.
Consider authorizing change order G-HL-1 to the contract with The Robert
Feaster
Corporation at a cost of $1,435.00 as follows:
Original Contract
$6,231,055.00
Change Order G-HL-1 1,435.00
Adjusted Contract Total
$6,232,490.00
The change order will furnish and install and 1 ½ hour fire rated door and
frame for
Door 125A at the Hepburn Lycoming Elementary School Project.
5.4
Construction Projects Cont’d:
B.
Consider authorizing change order G-HL-2 to the contract with The Robert
Feaster Corporation at a cost of $325.00 as follows:
Original Contract
$6,231,055.00
Change Order G-HL-1 1,435.00
Change Order G-HL-2
325.00
Adjusted Contract Total $6,232,815.00
This change order will relocate two beams that conflict with rooftop duct work.
6. FINANCE REPORT
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson
6.1
Consider approving the following financial reports:
A.
Treasurer’s Report for the month of December 2004
6.2*
Consider authorizing payment of invoices and services rendered by the list
submitted marked Order No. 02/15/05 in the amount of $1,631,244.13, 02/15/05A
in the amount of
$3,764.92, 02/15/05B in the amount of $165,460.32,02/15/05C in the amount of
$90,597.78, 02/15/05D in the amount of $2,175,039.77, 02/15/05E in the amount
of
$379,840.31, 02/15/05F in the amount of $14,703.28 and that the officers of the
Board of School Directors be directed to execute Order Nos. 02/15/05,
02/15/05A, 02/15/05B, 02/15/05C, 02/15/05D, 02/15/05E and 02/15/05F.
7. BOARD POLICY – None
Questions may be directed to Dr. Lowery.
8. CURRICULUM REPORT
Questions may be directed to Mrs. Thomas.
8.1
Consider approving Jessica Salva, teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing to
provide support services for up to 4 hours per week after school beginning
February 7, 2005 for a student at Lycoming Valley Middle School. The hourly
rate will be $24.67 and is to be paid out of ACCESS funds. The budget number is
10-1200-121-891-20-600-000-004-0005.
8.2
Consider approving 5 special education teachers to provide adaptations and
modifications to the summer school programs at Cochran Elementary (2
positions), Jackson Elementary (2 positions) and Hepburn Lycoming Elementary (1
position). Hourly rates will be $25.43 per hour and will be covered under
ACCESS funding.
8.
CURRICULUM REPORT CONT’D:
8.3
Consider the adoption of a revised Grade Point Average (GPA) calculation that
reflects a greater similarity to the current GPA structures of colleges and
universities. The revised GPA calculation will present our students’
performance to higher education institutions in a more equitable fashion in
relation to students from other schools and will provide a clearer
representation for both academic consideration and athletic eligibility. A
copy of the proposed Grade Level Table is attached to the agenda.
8.4
Consider approving sports schedules for Spring 2005.
8.5
Consider approving the continued participation of Cochran Elementary School and
Jackson Elementary in the Ohio State University Literacy Collaborative for
2004-05 and 2005-06. The approximate cost will be $3,000 per school per year
for School Support Fees, Site Visit Fees, Data Analysis, and travel expenses
for the Site Visits. All funds are budgeted under Title I and Comprehensive
School Reform Grants. 9. PERSONNEL REPORT
Questions may be directed to Mr. Dugan.
9.1
RESIGNATIONS - Consider accepting the following resignations, effective on the
dates and for the purposes indicated:
A.
Priscilla F. Barto, full-time science teacher at the Alternative Education
School, for the purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of the
2004-2005 school year (tentative date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Priscilla F. Barto
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for her 12 years of dedicated service to our school system as an
administrator and teacher. It further expresses the hope that her years of
retirement will be many and richly rewarding.
B.
Georgette R. Copp, full-time special education teacher at Lycoming Valley
Middle School, for the purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of
the 2004-2005 school year (tentative date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Georgette R. Copp
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for her 35 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
teacher. It further expresses the hope that her years of retirement will be
many and richly rewarding.
9.1 RESIGNATIONS CONT’D:
C.
John W. Decker, full-time social studies teacher at the high school, for the
purpose of retirement, effective August 5, 2005.
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of John W. Decker
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for his 30 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
teacher. It further expresses the hope that his years of retirement will be
many and richly rewarding.
D.
Clarence M. Green, full-time social studies teacher at Curtin Middle School,
for the purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of the 2004-2005
school year (tentative date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Clarence M. Green
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for his 32 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
teacher. It further expresses the hope that his years of retirement will be
many and richly rewarding.
E.
Karen A. Harris, full-time speech/language teacher at Jackson Elementary
School, for the purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of the
2004-2005 school year (tentative date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Karen A. Harris
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for her 14 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
teacher. It further expresses the hope that her years of retirement will be
many and richly rewarding.
F.
Elaine M. Harvey, full-time elementary (5th
grade) teacher at Sheridan Elementary School, for the purpose of retirement,
effective at the completion of the 2004-2005 school year (tentative date of
June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Elaine M. Harvey
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for her 35 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
teacher. It further expresses the hope that her years of retirement will be
many and richly rewarding.
9.1 RESIGNATIONS CONT’D:
G.
Stephen R. Haug, full-time special education teacher at Lycoming Valley Middle
School, for the purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of the
2004-2005 school year (tentative date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Stephen R. Haug
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for his 33½ years of dedicated service to our school system
as a teacher. It further expresses the hope that his years of retirement will
be many and richly rewarding.
H.
Nancy E. McCarty, full-time instructional support teacher Round Hills
Elementary School, for the purpose of retirement, effective at the completion
of the 2004-2005 school year (tentative date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Nancy E. McCarty
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for her 34 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
teacher. It further expresses the hope that her years of retirement will be
many and richly rewarding.
I.
Barbara C. McNerney, full-time kindergarten teacher at Stevens Elementary
School, for the purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of the
2004-2005 school year (tentative date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Barbara C.
McNerney from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its
sincere appreciation for her 27 years of dedicated service to our school system
as a teacher. It further expresses the hope that her years of retirement will
be many and richly rewarding.
J.
Donna L. Ney, full-time elementary (3rd
grade) teacher at Hepburn-Lycoming Elementary School, for the purpose of
retirement, effective at the completion of the 2004-2005 school year (tentative
date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Donna L. Ney from
service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere appreciation
for her 35 years of dedicated service to our school system as a teacher. It
further expresses the hope that her years of retirement will be many and richly
rewarding.
9.1 RESIGNATIONS CONT’D:
K.
James L. Poechmann, full-time science teacher at the high school, for the
purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of the 2004-2005 school year
(tentative date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of James L. Poechmann
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for his 35 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
teacher. It further expresses the hope that his years of retirement will be
many and richly rewarding.
L.
Judith B. Shellenberger, full-time itinerant music teacher for the District,
for the purpose of retirement, effective June 29, 2005.
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Judith B.
Shellenberger from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its
sincere appreciation for her 36 years of dedicated service to our school system
as a teacher. It further expresses the hope that her years of retirement will
be many and richly rewarding.
M.
Glenn A. Springer, full-time industrial arts teacher at Curtin Middle School,
for the purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of the 2004-2005
school year (tentative date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Glenn A. Springer
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for his 30 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
teacher. It further expresses the hope that his years of retirement will be
many and richly rewarding.
N.
Susan L. Suehr, full-time instructional support teacher at Jackson Elementary
School, for the purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of the
2004-2005 school year (tentative date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Susan L. Suehr
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for her 35 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
teacher. It further expresses the hope that her years of retirement will be
many and richly rewarding.
9.1 RESIGNATIONS CONT’D:
O.
John K. Voneida II, full-time industrial arts teacher at the high school, for
the purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of the 2004-2005 school
year (tentative date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of John K. Voneida II
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for his 32 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
teacher . It further expresses the hope that his years of retirement will be
many and richly rewarding.
P.
Linda P. Woodling, full-time elementary (4th
grade) teacher at Sheridan Elementary School, for the purpose of retirement,
effective at the completion of the 2004-2005 school year (tentative date of
June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Linda P. Woodling
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for her 34 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
teacher. It further expresses the hope that her years of retirement will be
many and richly rewarding.
Q.
Vicki L. Yeagley, full-time art teacher at Stevens Elementary School, for the
purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of the 2004-2005 school year
(tentative date of June 10, 2005).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Vicki L. Yeagley
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for her 35 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
teacher. It further expresses the hope that her years of retirement will be
many and richly rewarding.
R.
Joseph K. Harmon, full-time custodian at the high school, for the purpose of
retirement, effective April 29, 2005.
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Joseph K. Harmon
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for his over 34 years of dedicated service to our school system as
a custodian. It further expresses the hope that his years of retirement will
be many and richly rewarding.
9.1 RESIGNATIONS CONT’D:
S.
Henry D. Quigel, Jr., full-time maintenance specialist for the District, for
the purpose of retirement, effective April 21, 2005.
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Henry D. Quigel,
Jr., from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for 35½ years of dedicated service to our school system as a
maintenance specialist. It further expresses the hope that his years of
retirement will be many and richly rewarding.
T.
Georgianna Welsh, full-time custodian at the high school, for the purpose of
retirement, effective June 29, 2005.
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Georgianna Welsh
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for her 13½ years of dedicated service to our school system
as a custodian. It further expresses the hope that her years of retirement
will be many and richly rewarding.
9.2 LEAVES OF ABSENCE
Consider approving the following leaves of absence:
A.
Amy R. Mahon, full-time English teacher at the high school, for an unpaid leave
of absence, effective March 11, 2005, through June 2, 2005.
Mrs. Mahon is currently utilizing sick and/or personal days and will begin her
unpaid leave of absence on March 11, 2005, 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.
B.
Estella R. DeClerck, general food service worker at Cochran Elementary School,
for an unpaid leave (documentation on file), effective January 12, 2005,
through February 11, 2005.
C.
Angela W. Medo, school bus driver for the District, unpaid leave for personal
reasons (documentation on file), effective January 20, 21, 24, 25, and 31,
2005, and February 1, 2, 3, and 4, 2005.
D.
Marguerite Wolfgang, full-time health room technician at Cochran Elementary
School, extension of an unpaid leave (documentation on file), effective
February 1, 2005, until March 31, 2005.
9.2 LEAVES OF ABSENCE CONT’D:
E.
W. Gerald (Jerry) McManus II, part-time custodian at the service complex for
the District, unpaid leave for personal reasons, effective February 28, 2005,
through March 4, 2005.
F.
Lisa R. Kelchner, full-time instructional support aide at Curtin Middle School,
unpaid leave for personal reasons, effective March 4, 2005, through March 8,
2005.
9.3* ELECTION OF STAFF
Consider the election of the following staff, for the purpose and on the date
indicated:
A.
Donna M. Fox, 109 Grimesville Rd., Williamsport, as Books for Bingo Coordinator
at Cochran Elementary School at a stipend of $200.00 for the 2004-2005 school
year (funded through Title I; replacing Susan E. Bielski, transferred).
B.
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 2004-2005 school year:
Lisa N. Heffner
2220 Sheridan St., Williamsport
C.
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:
Melanie J. King
636 N. Loyalsock Ave., Montoursville
D.
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:
Matthew J. Berta
36 Ruthies Lane, Williamsport
E.
The following individuals as Blended Schools Program teachers, effective
February 16, 2005, for the remainder of the 2004-2005 school term at a stipend
of $150 per student ($300 per student prorated for half year) plus appropriate
benefits, enrolled in Blended Schools Program offered through the Williamsport
Area School District (pending completion of all appropriate paperwork*; motion
approved 01/04/05):
Thomas P. Bartholomew (Elementary) 529 Fairmont Ave., S. Williamsport
*Bruce F. Ellison (Social Studies) 2413 Ritchey St., Williamsport
*James N. Koren (Social Studies) 1626 Warren Ave., Williamsport
Jill M. Loudenslager (Math)
492 Crescent Hill Rd., Cogan Station
Daniel A. Mayers (Science)
435 W. Highland Ave., S. Wmspt
9.3*
ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
E.
The following individuals as Blended Schools Program teachers cont’d:
Abbie L. Newcomer (Science) 350 Northway Rd. Ext., Williamsport
Rita M. Sikora
(English) 108 Quiet Valley Rd., Cogan Station
Eric M. Speight (Math) 806 Ashworth Lane, Boalsburg
9.4* POSITION CHANGES
Consider approving the following position changes:
A.
Michael W. Reeder, 1148 Isabella St., Williamsport, from Administrative
Accountant-Business Office to Assistant Controller/Treasurer, at a salary of
$42,500, prorated, effective January 3, 2005. This is a new position replacing
the former position of Director of Accounting/Budget which has been vacant.
The position of Assistant Controller/Treasure will be covered by the Act 93
Compensation Plan, and Mr. Reeder will continue to be eligible for all benefits
as provided under the Act 93 Compensation Plan.
B.
Donna M. Fox, 109 Grimesville Rd., Williamsport, from a part-time Parent
Involvement Coordinator at Cochran Elementary to a full-time Instructional
Support Aide/LSS (185 day, 7 hours per day) at Round Hills Elementary School,
with a base wage rate of $14,103, prorated ($10.89 per hour), effective
February 28, 2005 (new position due to student IEP; funded through ACCESS).
9.5 OTHER
A.
Authorize payment to, Kathleen E. Clark, 826 Second Ave., Williamsport, to
provide one-to-one instruction for an eligible special education student at the
rate of $24.67 per hour up to 17½ hours per week, effective February 16,
2005. These services will be reviewed by the appropriate IEP team (fund
account #10-1200-121-000-00-910-007-0000) [replacing Sue Duncan; Ms. Clark has
previously provided services in this position as a substitute].
10. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Questions may be directed to Mrs. Thomas and Mr. Dugan.
10.1
RELEASED TIME/TRAINING PROGRAMS
Consider approving 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. (See attachment)
11.
STUDENT/COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Questions may be directed to Dr. Lowery.
11.1*
Consider approving the following student trips:
A.
Seventy (70) members of the youth wind ensemble from Curtin, Lycoming Valley,
and Roosevelt Middle Schools, accompanied by their directors, to travel to
Hershey on a Saturday during May 2005 to participate in a middle school
adjudication and competitive performance. Students must be in compliance with
their school’s field trip disciplinary requirements in order to be
eligible to participate.
Transportation will be provided by contract carrier. All costs will be paid by
the Williamsport Area High School Band Association.
B.
Fourteen (14) life skills students from the Williamsport Area High School,
accompanied by their teacher, a student teacher, one classroom aide, and three
personal care aides, to travel to Perkins Restaurant and the Hampton Inn on
dates in February and March 2005. 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 aboard City Bus (10-1200-819-000-30-850-000-004-0000).
C.
Seventy-six (76) fourth grade students from Hepburn-Lycoming Elementary School,
accompanied by their teachers, an aide, and parent volunteers, to travel to
Penn’s Cave during June 2005. Students eligible to participate will not
have any suspensions or Saturday School assignments within 60 calendar days
prior to the trip.
District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the
Hepburn-Lycoming PTO.
D.
Approximately 35 members of the Williamsport Area High School’s Key club,
accompanied by staff and parent chaperones for a ration of 8:1, to travel to
Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, or New York City during May or June 2005.
The students will have the opportunity to do some sightseeing, shopping, and
to take in a major league baseball game. The actual location of the trip will
be determined by major leagues schedules and costs.
Transportation will be provided by contract carrier. Costs will be provided by
Key Club funds.
11.1*
Consider approving the following student trips cont’d:
E.
Six (6) orchestra students from the Williamsport Area High School, accompanied
by their director, to travel to Scranton Area High School for four days during
March 2005 to participate in the Pennsylvania Music Educators’ Association
Regional Orchestra Festival. 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.
Andrew Giordano – Violin I
Nadia Tuffaha – Violin I
Lauren Kinley – Violin II
Kassy Shenberger – Viola
Callah Antonetti – Cello
Rachel Smith – Cello
Cost to the District would be $450 (10-3214-813-000-30-850-121-023-0000) for
student registration fees, and $425 (10-3214-813-000-30-850-121-023-0000) for
teacher expenses. We will share transportation with the Lewisburg Area School
District and will use their buses. Our half of the transportation costs will
be approximately $300 (10-3214-813-000-30-850-121-023-0000). Jeffrey Tedford,
WAHS orchestra director, will supervise the students. One substitute will be
needed for two days.
F.
Thirty (30) ninth grade students from the Williamsport Area High School,
accompanied by their teachers, to travel to the Lycoming County Courthouse on a
date during the week of March 15, 2005. 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 (10-1100-519-000-30-850-150-019-0000).
One substitute will be required for the day.
G.
Eighteen (18) music theatre students from the Williamsport Area High School,
accompanied by their teacher, to travel to the Community Arts Center for a
tour, and Round Hills Elementary School for a performance during February 2005.
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).
11.2
Consider approving the following request for facility use:
A.
Newberry Little League to use the gymnasium at Roosevelt Middle School on
February 21 and 22, 2005, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. to hold tryouts.
Newberry Little League is requesting relief of the occupancy fee estimated at
$80.00. Certificate of Insurance on file.
12. BIDS/CONTRACTS
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson.
12.1*
Consider awarding a contract to the following for reconditioning football
equipment in accordance with our specifications and their bid. All recommended
awards are based on upon the lowest bid meeting our specifications.
All bids were received on Wednesday, January 5, 2005 and were opened publicly
in the District Service Center.
CONTRACTOR
BID
Ace Cleaners & Reconditioners Inc.,
$21.00/per helmet $9.24/per shoulder pad
Washington, PA
Circle Systems Group, Easton, PA $19.95/per helmet $9.25/per
shoulder pad
Riddell All/American, Elyria, OH
$28.00/per helmet $11.75/per shoulder pad
RECOMMENDED AWARD:
Circle Systems Group, Easton, PA
$19.95/per helmet $9.25/per shoulder pad
12.2*
Consider approving a contract with BLaST IU #17 governing the terms and
conditions of the Data and Report Tracking System (DARTS) software. This
software is being used by the Special Education Department for creating and
tracking IEP’s. At a cost of $150.00 per user with estimated costs of
$21,100.00 budgeted in 101-1200-618-520-00-000-000-004-0005.
13. TAX ITEMS - None
14. ITEMS FROM BOARD MEMBERS
15. ITEMS FROM PUBLIC
Board Policy #902, “Public Participation in Board Meetings”:
A.
There will be two public comment sections: one during the first two hours of
the meeting at a time to be determined by the presiding officer; and the other
at the end of the meeting. This gives the presiding officer some flexibility
to fit the first public comment section into the agenda at a convenient time.
B.
Persons submitting a formal request to speak during the first public comments
section should be present promptly at the beginning of the meeting in the event
that they are invited to speak prior to commencement of the scheduled business
that is outlined in the agenda. Persons who have submitted a written request
will be given an opportunity to make a presentation about an issue that is on
the agenda when the issue is scheduled for discussion or about an issue that is
not on the agenda during the first two hours of the Board meeting, at a time
to be determined by the presiding officer.
C.
Each public comment section will be limited to a maximum of 20 minutes. Each
speaker will be limited to a maximum of five minutes.
D.
Those wishing to speak during the first public comments section must submit a
formal request in writing to the business administrator no later that 9:00 a.m.
on the day of the Board meeting. This gives people an opportunity to come to
the District Service Center on Monday before the Board meeting to read the
posted agenda.
PROCEDURAL GUIDELINES FOR OBTAINING AUXILIARY AIDES & SERVICES
The Williamsport Area School District does not discriminate against individuals
on the basis of disability. If you are disabled and wish to attend and/or
participate in any public meeting of the Williamsport Area School Board of
Directors or event of the School District, the District will make reasonable
accommodations to allow your full involvement. If you require specific
auxiliary aids or services you must notify the Board Secretary (327-5500), 201
West Third Street, Williamsport, PA of your needs at least five (5) working
days prior to the event.
6:00 p.m.
AGENDA
February 17 ETAC/ATAC Meeting—6:30 p.m.
February 21
District-Wide Inservice Day
February 21
Elementary Alternative Education Meeting—4:00 p.m.
February 28
Secondary Alternative Education Meeting— 4:00 p.m.
March 1
WASD School Board Meeting—6:00 p.m.
