W illiamsport A rea
S chool D istrict
Board of Directors Meeting
August 2, 2005
6:00 p.m.
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION –
Silent Reflection DISTRICT BELIEF STATEMENTS
STATEMENT # 9
We believe civility and mutual respect are important in a productive community.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: None
5. REPORTS TO THE BOARD
5.1
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Mr. David B. Stone, Jr.
A.
This past spring, 45 WAHS students (8 sophomores, 18 juniors and 19 seniors)
sat for a combined total of 72 Advanced Placement exams in 9 different content
areas. This number of students was up from last year’s 36 students.
Highlights:
In all, a very impressive 77% of all grades reported were 3 or better, 35% of
all grades were 4's or 5's, and 18% of all grades were a perfect 5.
The results were sent to (among other prestigious schools our students intend
to matriculate to) American University, Bucknell University, Gettysburg
College, UMass Amherst, Carnegie Mellon University, the Pennsylvania State
University, the University of Pittsburgh and UCLA!
5.1
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Mr. David B. Stone, Jr.
A.
This past spring, 45 WAHS students cont’d:
I think we need to be pleased by the participation increase, as well as the
breadth of
subject matter in which our students are testing. Given those two factors, we
have still
bettered by 3% last year's percentage of exams scored at the 3 or better level.
As we noted last year, a score of 3 or better opens the door to earning college
credit
for introductory level courses (or higher, in some instances), thus saving
parents the
cost of those introductory courses in favor of their students moving onto the
accelerated level more quickly.
5.2
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT – Patricia A. Lowery, Ph.D.
A.
Board Development Retreat
B.
Calendar of Events
5.3
Committee Reports by Board Members
5.4 Construction Projects
6. FINANCE REPORT
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson
6.1
Consider approving the following financial reports:
A. Payroll Report:
General Fund – Unrestricted
$2,440,748.31
General Fund – Restricted 235,673.44
Athletics and Extra Curricular
6,746.88 Food Service Fund
7,613.93
Data Processing Fund 7,870.60
Maintenance Fund 33,697.15
Mercantile & Privilege
249.10
Earned Income Tax 34,946.70
Student Activities
.00 TOTAL
$2,767,546.11 6.
FINANCE REPORT CONT’D:
6.2*
Consider authorizing payment of invoices and services rendered by the list
submitted marked Order No. 08/02/05 in the amount of $574,928.58, 08/02/05A in
the amount of $132,525.12, 08/02/05C in the amount of
$22,874.79, 08/02/05D in the amount of $2,317.55, 08/02/05E in the amount of
$22,874.79, 08/02/05F in the amount of $2,317.55, 08/02/05G in the amount of
$543.85, 08/02/05H in the amount of $200.00, 08/02/05I in the amount of $50.00,
08/02/05J in the amount of $425.00, 08/02/05K in the amount of $25.00,
08/02/05L in the amount of $86,632.74, 08/02/05M in the amount of
$1,499,512.34, 08/02/05N in the amount of $5,000.00, 08/02/05O in the amount of
$185,017.47, 08/02/05P in the amount of $350,432.20, 08/02/05Q in the amount
of $700.00, 08/02/05R in the amount of $722.90, 08/02/05S in the amount of
$68,647.42, 08/02/05T in the amount of $850.00, 08/02/05U in the amount of
$100.00, 08/02/05V in the amount of $50.00, 08/02/05W in the amount of $400.00
and that the officers of the Board of School Directors be directed to execute
Order Nos. 08/02/05, 08/02/05A, 08/02/05B, 08/02/05C, 08/02/05D, 08/02/05E,
08/02/05F, 08/02/05G, 08/02/05H, 08/02/05I, 08/02/05J, 08/02/05K, 08/02/05L,
08/02/05M, 08/02/05N, 08/02/05O, 08/02/05P, 08/02/05Q, 08/02/05R, 08/02/05S,
08/02/05T, 08/02/05U, 08/02/05V and 08/02/05W.
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 Sarah Jane DeHaas, Ph.D., Professor of Education at Juniata
College with extensive background in Special Education during undergraduate and
graduate studies, to present a three-hour Adaptations Workshop for New Teacher
Induction on August 23, 2005. Training in adaptations is required for new
teacher induction by the Professional Education Plan of the Strategic Plan.
Approximate cost of $1,000 is budgeted in ACCESS account number
10-1200-329-891-00-050-000-004-0006.
8.2
Consider approving an action research project to be conducted as part of
coursework at Lock Haven University by Miranda Regan, softball coach at Curtin
Middle School. The purpose of this study is to see if bunting needs to be
practiced off a pitching machine or a live pitcher more often. This study will
help coaches to see if players have a different perspective on pitching when
they attempt to bunt. In addition, this will help coaches develop a mechanical
approach to teaching bunting so bunting is more successful in a game.
Participation of Curtin Middle School softball team members will be voluntary
and with parental permission. Students' identities will be confidential.
Research will occur during regularly scheduled after school softball practice.
A copy of Miranda Regan's research will be shared with the District as a
resource to the District.
8.3
Consider approving an additional Act 80 professional development day for
Lycoming Valley Middle School on April 27, 2006 (Career Day) for differentiated
instruction training with the staff.
8.
CURRICULUM REPORT CONT’D:
8.4
Consider approving Theodore R. Piwowar, Director of Career and Technical
Education, to submit an application to the Pennsylvania Department of Education
for a Career and Technical Education for a curriculum grant in the amount of
$15,000. The purposes of this funding is to: develop challenging
standards-based curriculum; improve the learning environment by investing in
system capacity and teachers; improve student advisory services by implementing
career awareness and planning, which is organized around broad industry
clusters; and improve the transition to postsecondary education and careers by
developing articulation agreements and dual enrollment opportunities.
8.5
Consider approving Theodore R. Piwowar, Director of Career and Technical
Education, to submit an application to the Pennsylvania Department of Education
for a Career and Technical Education equipment grant in the maximum amount
available, currently $50,000. The purpose of this funding is to enhance CTE
programs through a cooperative effort in upgrading equipment, specifically: 1)
enhance and update specific career and technical education programs to meet
industry standards as outlined in the grant guidelines; 2) improve career and
technical education students' occupational and higher academic knowledge and
skills required to perform successfully in high-wage, high-skill positions; 3)
develop partnerships and linkages with business, industry, labor and community
groups through the application of advanced technology.
8.6
Consider approving Theodore R. Piwowar, Director of Career and Technical
Education, to submit an application to the Pennsylvania Department of Education
for the Perkins Local Plan in the amount of $185,355. The total reflects
$150,529 for the WASD base allocation plus $16,735 for Loyalsock Township
School District and $18,091 for the South Williamsport Area School District.
This represents the 2004-2005 Perkins allocation for the School District. The
Williamsport Area School District is authorized to submit an application under
the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Education Act of 1998.
These funds must be utilized as outlined in the local plan according to
Pennsylvania Department of Education regulations.
8.7
Consider approving paying for up to two days of work by each of the following
trainers for middle level summer school instructors' professional development
in specific instructional strategies: Ronald Sahm, 431 Percy Street, South
Williamsport, PA and Maria Weaver, 1029 Rural Avenue, Williamsport, PA. Payment
is at the substitute rate of $90 per day. All costs are included in the EAP
and Sheridan Project grants.
8.8
Consider approving the purchase of History of Western Society since 1300
textbook, eighth edition, copyright 2006, published by McDougal Littell, and
the accompanying supplemental materials as selected by the Social Studies
Textbook Committee for the use in the 12th grade Advanced Placement European
History course. The purchase involves 50 textbooks at $67.65 each and
accompanying resource materials. The purchase is budgeted under account number
10-1100-642-000-30-850-190-029-0000.
8.
CURRICULUM REPORT CONT’D:
8.9
Consider approving a research project by Linda S. Hart, first grade teacher at
Round Hills Elementary School, as part of her graduate work at Penn State
University. Ms. Hart will explore how first grade students in her classroom
use classroom environmental print to solve and/or spell the words that are
encountered in daily reading and writing. The study will also explore how
students make connections between classroom environmental print and the words
they see, read, write, hear, and spell. Participation will be voluntary and
with parental permission. Students' identities will be confidential. The
research process will be subsumed within the literacy block class work, will
not intrude on curricular requirements, and will support the program already in
place. A five-minute survey will be administered at the start and finish of
the study (September and January). Students will also be interviewed during a
class reading conference time. Artifacts will include student work completed
during regular literacy instruction. A copy of Linda Hart's research will be
shared with the District as a resource to the District.
8.10
Consider approving the fall sport schedules for: Williamsport Area High School
football,
golf, tennis, soccer, and cross country; Curtin Middle School football and
softball;
Lycoming Valley Middle School football and softball; Roosevelt Middle School
Football and softball.
8.11
Consider approving the following Roosevelt teachers to provide professional
development to new sixth grade inclusion teacher, Amanda Taylor, in the area of
language arts: Maria Weaver, Terri Starr, Teresa Miller and Crissy Walker.
The teachers will be paid for up to four days at the rate of $100 per day,
including the appropriate benefits, from the Roosevelt School Improvement Grant
fund.
8.12
Consider paying Amanda Taylor to attend up to two days of the language arts
professional development; she will be paid at the rate of $100 per day
including appropriate benefits, out of Roosevelt School Improvement Grant
funds.
8.13
Consider approving Michael Cioffi and Kay Gibson for up to two days to provide
math and
language arts training to incoming intermediate teachers. The rate will be at
the substitute
rate of $90 per day to be paid out of the elementary curriculum budget.
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.
Diane M. Andrus, general food service worker at Lycoming Valley Middle School,
for personal reasons, effective July 5, 2005.
B.
Deborah E. Phillips, full-time Administrative Support I at the high school, for
other employment, effective August 17, 2005.
9.1 RESIGNATIONS CONT’D:
C.
Jacquelyn C. Wismer, full-time Title I Reading Specialist at Stevens Elementary
School, due to relocation out of the area, effective July 8, 2005.
9.2
LEAVES OF ABSENCE - Consider approving the following leaves of absence:
A.
Gary R. Litz, part-time custodian at Hepburn-Lycoming Elementary School, unpaid
leave for a planned family vacation, effective August 12, 2005, through August
19, 2005.
B.
Authorize up to four (4) days per month unpaid leave for Wayne L. Hepler,
school
bus driver, for personal reasons, during the period of September through
December, 2005.
9.3*
ELECTION OF STAFF
Consider the election of the following staff, for the purpose and on the date
indicated:
A.
Paula E. Bower, 952 Franklin St., Williamsport, as a temporary professional
employee, effective with the 2005-2006 school term (scheduled date is August
25, 2005), to teach Special Education at Lycoming Valley Middle School, at a
salary rate of Step 1, bachelor's, $38,300 (+ $200), pending receipt of all
necessary paperwork. Ms. Bower holds a bachelor's degree from Lock Haven
University and is certified in Mentally and/or Physically Handicapped and
Elementary K-6 (replacing Eric Weaver, transferred to replace Georgette Copp,
retired). Ms. Bower will also be scheduled to participate in Induction Program
activities before the start of the 2005-2006 school term.
B.
Nicole R. Burns, P.O. Box 391, Picture Rocks, as a temporary professional
employee, effective with the 2005-2006 school term (scheduled date is August
25, 2005), to teach Special Education at Curtin Middle School, at a salary rate
of Step 2, bachelor's, $38,900 (+$200), pending receipt of all necessary
paperwork. Ms. Burns holds a bachelor's degree from Lock Haven University and
is certified in Special Education N-12 (replacing Billie Jean Nogle, resigned).
Ms. Burns was a long-term substitute teacher in this position from December
8, 2004 through the remainder of the 2004-2005 school term. Ms. Burns will
also be scheduled to participate in Induction Program activities before the
start of the 2005-2006 school term.
C.
Kathleen E. Clark, 826 Second Ave., Williamsport, as a temporary professional
employee, effective with the 2005-2006 school term (scheduled date is August
25, 2005), to teach Special Education at Sheridan Elementary School, at a
salary rate of Step 1, bachelor's, $38,300 (+ $200). Miss Clark holds a
bachelor's degree from Lycoming College and is certified in Special Education
N-12 (replacing Carol Porter, transferred to the high school replacing Dana
Schenck-Welshans, transferred to vacant 9th
Grade Academy Reading Specialist position). Miss Clark will also be scheduled
to participate in Induction Program activities before the start of the
2005-2006 school term.
9.3*
ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
D.
Tanya L. Gower, 75 Harvest St., Linden, as a temporary professional employee,
effective with the 2005-2006 school term (scheduled date is August 25, 2005),
to teach Guided Reading at Jackson Elementary School, at a salary rate of Step
1, bachelor's, $38,300. Ms. Gower holds a bachelor's degree from Lycoming
College and is certified in Elementary (replacing Patrice Laurence, transferred
to 5th grade replacing Jim Runnels, transferred to IST replacing Susan Suehr,
retired). Ms. Gower will also be scheduled to participate in Induction Program
activities before the start of the 2005-2006 school term.
E.
Jennifer J. Nork, 1607 Quenshukeny Rd., Linden, as a temporary professional
employee, effective with the 2005-2006 school term (scheduled date is August
25, 2005), to teach Special Education at Lycoming Valley Elementary Middle
School, at a salary rate of Step 1, bachelor's, $38,300 (+ $200), pending
receipt of all necessary paperwork. Ms. Nork holds a bachelor's degree from
Lock Haven University and is certified in Special Education N-12 (replacing
Melissa Ellis, resigned). Ms. Nork will also be scheduled to participate in
Induction Program activities before the start of the 2005-2006 school term.
F.
Elizabeth J. Segraves, 721½ Wyoming St., Williamsport, as a temporary
professional employee, effective with the 2005-2006 school term (scheduled date
is August 25, 2005), to teach Social Studies at the high school, at a salary
rate of Step 1, bachelor's, $38,300. Ms. Segraves holds a bachelor's degree
from Lycoming College and is certified in Social Studies (replacing Vera
Prough, resigned). Ms. Segraves will also be scheduled to participate in
Induction Program activities before the start of the 2005-2006 school term.
G.
Amanda R. Taylor, 110 Calvert St., Jersey Shore, as a temporary professional
employee, effective with the 2005-2006 school term (scheduled date is August
25, 2005), to teach Language Arts/Inclusion at Roosevelt Middle School, at a
salary rate of Step 1, bachelor's, $38,300. Miss Taylor holds a bachelor's
degree from Lock Haven University and is certified in Elementary K-6 (new
position approved by the Board). Miss Taylor will also be scheduled to
participate in Induction Program activities before the start of the 2005-2006
school term.
H.
Morgan K. Williams, 2499 Lincoln Drive, Apt. #1, Williamsport, as a temporary
professional employee, effective with the 2005-2006 school term (scheduled date
is August 25, 2005), to teach Guided Reading at Stevens Elementary School, at
a salary rate of Step 1, bachelor's, $38,300. Ms. Williams holds a bachelor's
degree from Mansfield University and is certified in Elementary K-6 (replacing
Ann Potter, transferred to replace Bryan Williams, resigned). Ms. Williams
will also be scheduled to participate in Induction Program activities before
the start of the 2005-2006 school term.
9.3*
ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
I.
The Williamsport Area School District extends a conditioned offer of employment
to Jeremiah A. Washington, 837 Washington Blvd., Williamsport, as a temporary
professional employee, effective with the 2005-2006 school term (scheduled date
is August 25, 2005), to teach Social Studies at the high school, at a salary
rate of Step 1, bachelor’s, $38,300, provided Mr. Washington obtains
Pennsylvania Department of Education certification and all appropriate
documentation by August 19, 2005 (replacing John Decker, retired). Mr.
Washington will also be scheduled to participate in Induction Program
activities before the start of the 2005-2006 school term.
J.
Tara A. Swisher, 147 Swisher Lane, Montgomery, as a long-term substitute
teacher, effective with the 2005-2006 school term (scheduled date is August 25,
2005) through the end of the first semester of the 2005-2006 school term
(tentative ending date of January 20, 2006), unless terminated sooner, to teach
Special Education at Lycoming Valley Middle School, at a salary rate of Step
1, bachelor's, $38,300 (+ $200), prorated, pending receipt of all necessary
paperwork. Ms. Swisher holds a bachelor's degree from Lock Haven University
and is certified in Special Education N-12 (replacing Susan McCusker, on
sabbatical leave). Ms. Swisher will also be scheduled to participate in
Induction Program activities before the start of the 2005-2006 school term.
K.
Kenneth T. Harter, 717 Bakers Rd., Trout Run, Maintenance
Specialist/Electrician for the District, as a Backup Sewage Treatment Plant
Operator, at the annual stipend of $600 ($50 per month) for the 2005-2006
school year.
L.
The following person(s) for temporary part-time warehouse positions, effective
during July and August 2005, for up to 8 hours per day or as needed, at the
rates below:
Harry S. Baird
1842 Sweeley Ave., Williamsport $11.14 per hour
Sheila M. Chaapel
716 Third St., Williamsport $11.14 per hour
M.
The following substitute food service workers, at the salary rate of $6.25 per
hour, for the actual number of hours worked, effective August 29, 2005:
Nancy E. Dawes
37 Myers Rd., Trout Run
Karla L. Lucas 2010 Yale Ave., Williamsport
Amie L. Palmer
304 S. Pine Run Rd., Linden
N.
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:
Kelley A. Coledo
4809 Lycoming Creek Rd., Cogan Station
Sharon L. Mohr
11 Scenic View Lane, Williamsport
Todd M. Nagy
618 Third Ave., Williamsport
Brian D. Zaiser
624 Iron Cave Lane, Lewisburg
9.4* POSITION CHANGES
Consider approving the following position changes:
A.
Paula S. McGonigal, P.O. Box 512, McElhattan, from a full-time Art Education
teacher at the middle school level (Roosevelt & Lycoming Valley) to a
full-time Extended Day Program Coordinator (188-day position scheduled
throughout the year), effective with the 2005-2006 school term (scheduled date
is August 25, 2005), at a salary rate of Step 3, bachelor's, $40,000, according
to the terms of the collective bargaining agreement between the District and
the Williamsport Education Association (WEA), (new position funded through
EAP/Sheridan Project Grants).
B.
Jessica C. Waldman, 251 Highfield Drive, Williamsport, from a half-time to a
full-time special education teacher at Round Hills Elementary School, effective
with the 2005-2006 school term (scheduled date is August 25, 2005), at a
salary rate of Step 2, bachelor's, $38,900 (+ $200), according to the terms of
the collective bargaining agreement between the District and the Williamsport
Education Association (WEA), (replacing Faith Silvagni, transferred to replace
Ann Dinges, retired).
C.
Therese A. Handwerk, 1854 Motters Lane, Williamsport, from a part-time
Confidential Secretary in the Human Resources Department to a part-time
Administrative Support I (245 day; up to 5 hours per day) in the Business
Office/Tax Office, at the rate of $10.44 per hour (no benefits except social
security, retirement, and worker's compensation) and leave days as provided for
part-time employees per the Agreement between the Board and the Williamsport
Area Support Personnel (WASP), effective August 22, 2005 (replacing Carole
Bergerstock, deceased; position revised to part-time).
D.
Melanie L. Miller, 1961 Walters Rd., Montoursville, from a part-time
Administrative Support I (245 day; up to 4½ hours per day) to a part-time
Administrative Support I (245 day; up to 5 hours per day) in the Business
Office/Tax Office, at the rate of $10.44 per hour (no benefits except social
security, retirement, and worker's compensation) and leave days as provided for
part-time employees per the Agreement between the Board and the Williamsport
Area Support Personnel (WASP), effective August 22, 2005 (replacing Donna
Engel, transferred).
E.
Susan S. Naculich, 49 Keyser Circle, Williamsport, from a general food service
worker at the high school to a part-time Administrative Support I (245 day; up
to 5 hours per day) in the Business Office/Tax Office at the District Service
Center, with a base wage rate of $10.44 per hour (no benefits except social
security, retirement, and worker's compensation) and leave days as provided for
part-time employees per the Agreement between the Board and the Williamsport
Area Support Personnel (WASP),effective August 22, 2005 (replacing Melanie
Miller, transferred).
9.6 CONTRACTED SERVICES
A.
Considering approving a contract with Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
(NEPA) and Highmark Blue Shield to provide Health Care benefits to eligible
employees of the Williamsport Area School District under an Administrative
Services Only (ASO) Proposal, effective July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006.
Administrators and teachers will be covered under the ACCESS Care II program at
$13.63 per month per employee plus prescription services through Express
Scripts (administrators have an option to consider HMO at $46.34 per month per
employee, provided they pay the difference in deposits) and support staff will
be under the traditional plan at $11.16 per month per employee (Cross) and
$19.85 per employee (Major Medical) (with an option to consider HMO, provided
they pay the difference in deposits). All programs will be paid on a monthly
paid billing basis to NEPA and High Mark Blue Shield (administrative fee of
27.5% of claims) respectively. Discussions continue regarding the need for an
increase in the advanced funding.
B.
Authorize payment of $12.80 (billing premium) per individual per month
(composite rate) to Highmark Life & Casualty Group, 5th
Avenue Place, Suite P6402, 120 5th
Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222, to provide specific Stop/Loss insurance on an
aggregated specific basis with a specific deductible level of $250,000 per
claimant (one existing claim will have a deductible of $300,000). Highmark
L&C would be responsible for claims in excess of $250,000 up to $1,750,000
per claimant. Should the District experience a claim, Highmark L&C would
require the District to satisfy an aggregating fund of $40,000 prior to
reimbursement.
C.
Consider approving a contract with Delta Dental, One Delta Drive,
Mechanicsburg, to provide dental care benefits to eligible employees of the
Williamsport Area School District under a Cost/Plus proposal for the 2005-2006
school year at a pre-fund deposit rate of $42.90 per month per covered
employee. Settlements under this arrangement will be calculated quarterly. The
administration has been and will continue to review alternative dental
programs.
D.
Approve the following rates, negotiated by the Administration (through the
Intermediate Unit) to provide life insurance and AD&D coverage for eligible
employees with Harleysville Life, administered through Henry Dunn, Inc. P.O.
Box 109, 317 Main Street, Towanda, PA 18848, effective July 1, 2005:
$.13/$1,000
Life $.025/$1,000
AD&D 10.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
10.1 RELEASED TIME/TRAINING PROGRAMS
Questions may be directed to Mrs. Thomas and Mr. Dugan.
Consider approving released time for staff members to participate in
professional develop-ment 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.
Retroactive Approval: Seventy-eight (78) summer school students from Curtin
Middle School, accompanied by eight members of the summer school staff, to
travel to the Montour Preserve, Little Pine State Park, and Bald Eagle State
Park on separate dates during July 2005. The students will participate in
several nature activities at these locations.
District transportation is requested and will be paid through the Curtin Summer
School budget.
B.
Retroactive Approval: A varying number of students from the Jackson and
Cochran Summer School Programs, accompanied by summer school staff members, to
travel to the Cochran Park, East End Pool, Faxon Bowling Lanes, and other local
parks and venues during July and August 2005.
All costs are covered by the contract between the Williamsport Area School
District and Child Guidance. Transportation will be provided by bus service
contracted by Child Guidance.
11.2
Consider approving the filing of an application for participation in the
National School Lunch and Breakfast Program, and the After School Snack Program
for the fiscal year ending
June 30, 2006. 12. BIDS/CONTRACTS
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson.
12.1*
Consider authorizing the purchase of bakery products. Butter Krust Baking
Company, Inc. and Stroehmann Bakeries L.C. will both be utilized. Source of
Funds: Food Service Fund. AWARD:
Butter Krust Baking Company, Inc.
249 North 11th
Street
Sunbury, PA 17801-2450
Stroehmann Bakeries L.C.
3375 Lycoming Creek Road
Williamsport, PA 17701
12. BIDS/CONTRACTS CONT’D:
12.2
Consider authorizing the purchase of Career & Technology Education Supplies
and
Equipment in accordance with our specifications and the following 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 this bid, it is
impractical to
provide a complete tabulation. A complete tabulation is available in the
Business Office for viewing by any interested parties.
All bids were received by 1:30 p.m. and opened publicly in the District Service
Center
at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 1, 2005:
RECOMMENDED AWARDS:
AB Dick, Niles IL $ 169.90
Airgas East, White Deer, PA
5,548.18
Almart Enterprises, Pittsburgh, PA
445.59
Badger Graphic Sales, Kaukauna, WI
332.15
Barbey Electronics Corp., Reading, PA
1,404.40
Brodhead Garrett Div., Mansfield, OH
1,374.90
Downes & Reader Hardwood, Stoughton, MA
1,101.72
Eastern Wood Products Co. Inc., Williamsport, PA
185.00
Enovation Graphic Systems, Pennsauken, NJ
37.80
Fink’s Paint Store, Williamsport, PA
36.49
Forest County Wood, Tionesta, PA
939.92
G.E. Richards Supplies, Landisville, PA
50.65
Griffin Greenhouse Supplies Inc., Leola, PA
2,197.29
Industrial Arts Supply Co. Inc., St. Louis Park, MN
373.95
Lowe’s Home Centers Inc., Montoursville, PA
2,398.45
Mann & Parker Lumber Co., New Freedom, PA
2,057.00
Metco Supplies, Leechburg, PA
11,303.76
Midwest Shop Supplies, Sioux City, IA
2,834.78
Modern School Supplies Inc., Hartford, CT
216.00
OAM Supply Co. Inc., Cleveland, OH
1,479.89
Paxton/Patterson Corp., Chicago, IL
10,066.71
Penn State Seed Co., Dallas, PA
205.80
Retco Alloy Co., Inc., Glenview, IL
417.71
Satco Supply Inc., Saint Paul, MN
2,516.55
Snap-On Industrial, Lewisburg, PA
797.86
Valley Litho Supply Co. Inc., Rice Lake, WI
1,244.05
Zep Manufacturing, Montgomeryville, PA
125.00
TOTAL RECOMMENDED AWARDS $49,861.50
13. TAX ITEMS
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson.
13.1
Consider approving the attached tax summaries.
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
August 16 WASD School Board meeting 6:00 pm
August 17 Project 720 Leadership Team meeting 3:30 pm
August 23-24 New Teacher Induction
August 26 District-wide Professional Development Inservice day
August 27 District-wide Inservice/Building Meetings day
August 29 First Day of School for Grades K-9
August 29 Inservice Day for Grades 10-12
August 30 All Students Report to School
September 5 Labor Day Holiday
September 6 WASD School Board meeting 6:00 pm
