W illiamsport A rea
S chool D istrict
Board of Directors Meeting
May 2, 2006
6:00 p.m.
WAHS Black Box Theater
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2. OPENING EXERCISES -
Mr. David A. Huffman
SILENT REFLECTION
DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN BELIEF STATEMENT # 8
We believe that student competence can be demonstrated and evaluated.
PSBA EFFECTIVE SCHOOL GOVERNANCE STANDARD 2 (a)
The Williamsport Area School Board will model responsible governance and
leadership by staying current with changing needs and requirements by reviewing
educational literature, attending professional development opportunities prior
to Board service and continuously during Board service, and preparing to make
informed decisions.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: None
3.1
Student Representatives’ Report –
Kellen Yegel and Sarah Border
4. REPORTS TO THE BOARD
4.1
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Mr. David B. Stone, Jr.
A.
Outstanding Student Presentation:
B.
Foreign Exchange Student Presentation
D.
Discussion – Sale of Delinquent Real Estate Tax Claims
4.2
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT – Patricia A. Lowery, Ph.D.
C. Calendar of Events
May 5
Professional Development Inservice Day at Roosevelt Middle School
D.
On display in the June B. Baskin Gallery through May is WASD Diversity
Exhibition
4.3
COMMITTEE REPORTS BY BOARD MEMBERS
4.4 CONSTRUCTION REPORT
5. FINANCE REPORT
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson
5.1
Consider approving the following financial reports:
A. Payroll Report:
General Fund – Unrestricted
$2,697,208.79
General Fund – Restricted 298,870.30
Athletics and Extra Curricular
32,356.49 Food Service Fund
74,583.87
Data Processing Fund 8,338.22
Maintenance Fund 36,732.69
Earned Income Tax
36,023.91
TOTAL
$3,184,114.27
5.2*
Consider authorizing payment of invoices and services rendered by the list
submitted marked Order No. 05/02/06 in the amount of $10,750.15, 05/02/06A in
the amount of $1,755,008.77, 05/02/06B in the amount of $3,780.00, 05/02/06C in
the amount of $840,897.38, 05/02/06D in the amount of $ 267,926.62, and
05/02/06E in the amount of $308,575.18 and that the officers of the Board of
School Directors be directed to execute Order Nos. 05/02/06, 05/02/06A,
05/02/06B, 05/02/06C, 05/02/06D, and 05/02/06E.
5.3*
Consider authorizing the following action relative to Fiscal Year 2006-2007:
A.
A public official bond in the amount of $500,000 for the following for the
faithful performance of duties for the period beginning July 1, 2006 and the
premium paid in accordance with Sections 431, 436 and 658 of the Public School
Code of 1949, as amended:
1.
Charles E. Peterson, Jr., Board Secretary/Business Administrator (as Board
Secretary).
B.
The Controller/Treasurer to invest funds temporarily surplus to the needs of
the Williamsport Area School District during fiscal year ending June 30, 2007,
in accordance with the provisions of the School Laws of Pennsylvania, 1949 as
amended, Section 440.1.
C.
The Purchasing Agent to purchase material and supplies, contracted services,
furniture, equipment, textbooks and other goods and services for which
appropriations are made in the budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2007,
in accordance with the School Laws of Pennsylvania, 1949 as amended, and
School Board Policy.
5.3*
Consider authorizing the following action relative to Fiscal Year 2006-2007
cont’d:
D.
The payment of salaries for instructional and non-instructional employees as
these salaries become due and payable on the following dates:
07/07/06
07/21/06 08/04/06
08/18/06 09/01/06 09/15/06
09/29/06
10/13/06 10/27/06
11/10/06 11/24/06 12/08/06
12/22/06
01/05/07 01/19/07
02/02/07
02/16/07 03/02/07
03/16/07 03/30/07 04/13/07
04/27/07
05/11/07 05/25/07
06/08/07 06/22/07
E.
The following signatories for all depositories of the funds of the Williamsport
Area School District for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2007:
David B. Stone, Jr.
- Board President
Charles E. Peterson, Jr. -
Business Administrator/Board Secretary
Madeline T. Bird
- Controller/Treasurer
F.
The following depositories of the funds of the Williamsport Area School
District be authorized for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2007:
Citizens Bank
JP Morgan Chase Bank
Legacy Bank
M & T Bank
PNC Bank
Sovereign Bank
Sun Bank
Susquehanna Bank
Wachovia Bank, N.A.
Woodlands Bank
Pennsylvania Local Government Investment Trust (PLGIT)
Pennsylvania School District Liquid Asset Funds (PSDLAF)
6.
BOARD POLICY – James E. Temple
Questions may be directed to Dr. Lowery.
A.
Consider approving the first reading of Policy #246, “Student
Wellness.” Questions may be directed to Mr. David Wright, Director of
Student Services.
7. CURRICULUM REPORT
Questions may be directed to Mrs. Thomas.
7.1
Consider hiring Dr. Thomas Clouse, PaTTan Consultant from Lancaster-Lebanon IU
13, to administer the EIPA (Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment to
district interpreters and teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing on Monday,
June 19, 2006: Andrea Clark, Megan Falvo, Marilyn O’Neill, Tina Weitlich
and Susan Wood. Test per applicant is $250, but the Lancaster-Lebanon IU 13
will pay $125 toward each test. District costs will be paid out of ACCESS
funds account number 10-1200-339-891-00-000-000-004-0006.
7.2
Consider approving the 2006-07 Parent/Student Handbook for Round Hills
Elementary School.
7.3
Consider approving Metamorphosis Performing Company to present two programs to
the elementary Extended Year program on July 25 and July 26, 2006. The total
cost of the two performances is $700 and the funds are budgeted under the
Sheridan Grant.
7.4
Consider approving of use of River Valley Transit to provide bus transportation
to students participating in the CAPPA Showcase rehearsals on Saturdays at a
cost of $60.00 per Saturday. River Valley Transit will deliver students from
Roosevelt MS., former Lose site, The Center, and Sheridan Elementary to the
rehearsal site at Cochran Elementary, beginning at 8:00 a.m. and will return
them at 3:00 p.m. on a reverse route. Dates of service are: 4/22, 4/29, 5/6,
5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3/06. All funds are from the Sheridan Project grant.
8. PERSONNEL REPORT
Questions may be directed to Mr. Dugan.
8.1 RESIGNATIONS
Consider accepting the following resignations, effective on the dates and for
the purposes indicated:
A.
Phyllis C. Capps, general food service worker (3 hours daily) at the high
school, for personal reasons, effective June 9, 2006.
8.2 LEAVES OF ABSENCE
Consider approving the following leaves of absence:
A.
Gerard H. McQuillen, Jr., Head Custodian at Lycoming Valley Middle School, for
an unpaid medical leave, effective June 14, 2006, through September 5, 2006,
possibly to return sooner.
Mr. McQuillen is currently utilizing sick, vacation, and/or personal days and
will begin his unpaid leave of absence on June 14, 2006, 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.
8.2 LEAVES OF ABSENCE CONT’D:
B.
Connie M. Hess, general food service worker at Round Hills Elementary School,
unpaid leave for personal reasons, effective for one-quarter (¼) day only
on
April 5, 2006.
C.
Cindy M. Hostrander, general food service worker at Lycoming Valley Middle
School, unpaid leave for personal reasons, effective for one day only on
April 27, 2006.
D.
Rhonda J. Lewis, general food service worker at the high school, unpaid leave
for personal reasons, effective for one day only on June 9, 2006.
E.
Judith I. Mace, general food service worker at Lycoming Valley Middle School,
unpaid leave for personal reasons, effective for one day only on April 27,
2006.
F.
Elena M. Matty, general food service worker at Lycoming Valley Middle School,
unpaid leave for personal reasons, effective for one-half (½) day on April
6, 2006, and for one day on April 27, 2006.
G.
Tammy L. Parsons, general food service worker at Roosevelt Middle School,
unpaid medical leave, effective April 18, 2006, through May 31, 2006. Ms.
Parsons is not eligible for leave under the Family Medical Leave Act at this
time.
H.
Donna E. Robertson, general food service worker at Lycoming Valley Middle
School, unpaid leave for personal reasons, effective for one day only on April
27, 2006.
I.
Kimberly A. Rogers, general food service worker at Curtin Middle School, unpaid
leave for personal reasons, effective for one day only on April 21, 2006.
J.
Kimberly A. Rowland, general food service worker at Lycoming Valley Middle
School, unpaid leave for personal reasons, effective for one day only on
April 27, 2006.
K.
Tony C. Birch, instructional support aide at Lycoming Valley Middle School, one
(1) day of military leave on April 10, 2006 (as reflected in orders), in
accordance with Section 5159(14)(b) of the School District Policy Manual and
Act 174 of 1990. School law allows a maximum of 15 paid military days per
year.
8.3* ELECTION OF STAFF
Consider the election of the following staff, for the purpose and on
the date indicated:
A.
Jennifer L. Flint, 1110 Walnut St., Williamsport, as a temporary professional
employee, effective with the 2006-2007 school term (scheduled date is August
24, 2006), to teach Mathematics at the high school, at a salary rate of Step 1,
bachelor’s, $38,750, pending receipt of all necessary paperwork. Mrs.
Flint holds a bachelor’s degree from Lycoming College and is certified in
Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, English and Health (replacing Mary
Ruth Barner, retired). Mrs. Flint will also be scheduled to participate in
Induction Program activities before the start of the 2006-2007 school term.
B.
Amy M. Weaver, 26 Poplar Ave., Milton, as a professional employee, effective
with the 2006-2007 school term (scheduled date is August 24, 2006), to teach
Mathematics at the high school, at a salary rate of Step 1, master’s,
$41,750, pending receipt of all necessary paperwork. Ms. Weaver holds a
bachelor’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s
degree from Wilkes University, and is certified in Mathematics (replacing
William Olsen, retired). Ms. Weaver will also be scheduled to participate in
Induction Program activities before the start of the 2006-2007 school term.
C.
The Williamsport Area School District extends a conditioned offer of employment
to Derek J. Slaughter, 1675 Terrace Place, Williamsport, as a temporary
professional employee, effective with the 2006-2007 school term (scheduled date
is August 24, 2006), to teach Mathematics at the middle school level
(assignment to be determined), at a salary rate of Step 1, master’s,
$41,750, provided Mr. Slaughter obtains Pennsylvania Department of Education
certification and all appropriate documentation by July 21, 2006 (replacing
Sharon Salvatori, retired in January 2006). Mr. Slaughter will also be
scheduled to participate in Induction Program activities before the start of
the 2006-2007 school term.
D.
The Williamsport Area School District extends a conditioned offer of employment
to Brittnee A. Engel, 948 Smokey Corners Rd., Cogan Station, as a temporary
professional employee, effective with the 2006-2007 school term (scheduled date
is August 24, 2006), to teach Mathematics at the middle school level
(assignment to be determined), at a salary rate of Step 1, bachelor’s,
$38,750, provided Ms. Engel obtains Pennsylvania Department of Education
certification and all appropriate documentation by July 21, 2006 (replacing
David Lingle, retired). Ms. Engel will also be scheduled to participate in
Induction Program activities before the start of the 2006-2007 school term.
8.3*
ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
E.
The following persons to the positions indicated for the 2005-2006 school year
at the rates 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 Association:
POSITION
TEACHER STIPEND
BAND
Williamsport Area High School
Stage Band Directors
Laura C. Weir $ 570
(replacing Donald Fisher; originally on 9/20/05 Agenda)
F.
The following substitute food service workers, at the salary rate of $6.25 per
hour, for the actual number of hours worked, effective May 3, 2006:
Shannon K. Shipman
2945 Pleasant Valley Rd., Cogan Station
G.
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:
Jennifer H. Kuzio
558 Dunkleberger Rd., Williamsport
8.4* POSITION CHANGES
Consider approving the following position changes:
A.
Trevor A. Enderle, 119 Mountain View Rd., Linden, from fifth grade teacher at
Round Hills Elementary School to Dean of Students at Roosevelt Middle School,
effective July 3, 2006, at a salary of $76,392 plus benefits as provided under
the terms of the Act 93 Compensation Plan. Mr. Enderle is currently working
toward principal certification through Duquesne University (replacing Reginald
Fatherly, transferred to Principal).
8.5 CONTRACTED SERVICES
A.
Authorize the Board President to sign Amendment #1 and two Letters of Agreement
with Lafayette Life Insurance Company for adjustments to the Group Long-Term
Disability Insurance Plan regarding coordination of coverage with respect to
sabbatical leaves as authorized in the Pennsylvania Public School Code (LTD
Plan with Lafayette Life Insurance Company approved January 17, 2006).
8.6 OTHER
A.
Consider approving an extension of Kathy M. Shirey’s work schedule
(administrative support, part-time - Food Service) up to 10 additional days to
complete work for the end of the 2005-2006 school year.
9. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Questions may be directed to Mrs. Thomas and Mr. Dugan.
9.1
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)
10.
STUDENT/COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Questions may be directed to Dr. Lowery.
10.1*
Consider approving the following student trips:
A.
Twenty (20) members of the Williamsport Area High School’s Strolling
Strings, accompanied by their teacher, to travel to Sheridan Elementary School
to perform at a picnic. 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 and will be paid from the Strolling
Strings student activity fund.
B.
Forty-four (44) kindergarten students from Sheridan Elementary School,
accompanied by their teachers and parent volunteers, to travel to Lost Brook
Farm (Elimsport) and Bruce E. Henry Park during May 2006. 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 Sheridan
PTO.
C.
All kindergarten students from Cochran Elementary School, accompanied by their
teachers, to travel to Jarrett’s Dairy Farm (Elimsport) and Indian Park
(Montoursville) during May and June 2006. The students will be divided into
groups and will attend on three separate dates. Students eligible to
participate will not have been suspended or assigned to Saturday School within
30 days prior to the trip.
District transportation is requested and will be paid by the Cochran School
Association.
10.1*
Consider approving the following student trips cont’d:
D.
Approximately ten (10) emotional support students from the Williamsport Area
High School, accompanied by their teachers and an aide(s), to travel to Rock
Run on two days during May 2006 to watch fish stocking performed. 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 in the high school van. Additional
transportation will be provided by private vehicle if needed.
E.
Five (5) Williamsport Area High School Latin students, accompanied by their
teacher, to travel to State College on three dates during May 2006 to
participate in the PA Junior Classical League convention. 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 in the teacher’s vehicle. The trip will
be funded by student fundraisers.
F. Approximately 40 9th
Grade Academy students from the Williamsport Area High School, accompanied by
their teachers, to travel to Philadelphia during May 2006. 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
with Project 720 funds. Five substitutes will be required for the day.
G.
Approximately 66 kindergarten students from Stevens Elementary School,
accompanied by their teachers and other adult chaperones, to travel to Clyde
Peeling’s Reptiland during June 2006. Students eligible to participate
will not have been suspended or assigned to Saturday School within 30 days
prior to trip.
District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Stevens
PTA.
H.
Three (3) Roosevelt Middle School students, accompanied for three teachers and
the principal, to travel to Harrisburg during May 2006 to give a presentation
on the I Can Learn classroom.
There will be no cost to the District.
10.1*
Consider approving the following student trips cont’d:
I.
Forty-four (44) kindergarten students from Round Hills Elementary School,
accompanied by their teachers, an aide, and parent volunteers, to travel to
Lewis Veterinary Clinic, Waltz Dairy Farm, and Memorial Park during May 2006.
Students eligible to participate will not have been suspended or assigned to
Saturday School for disciplinary reasons within 30 school days prior to the
trip.
District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Round
Hills PTO.
J.
Ninety (9) second grade students from Jackson Elementary School, accompanied by
their teachers, to travel to the Waste Resource Management Landfill and for a
trip aboard the Hiawatha during June 2006. Students eligible to participate
will not have been suspended within 30 days prior to the trip.
District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Jackson
PTO.
K.
Approximately 40 members of Curtin Middle School’s Student Council,
accompanied by 4-5 adult chaperones, to travel to Knoebel’s Amusement Park
during June 2006 as an reward. Students eligible to participate must be in
compliance with the school’s field trip disciplinary requirements in order
to participate.
District transportation is requested. The costs will be paid by the
participating students and from Student Council funds.
L.
Sixty-five (65) Williamsport Area High School choir members, accompanied by
their teacher and parent chaperones, to travel to Hershey Park during May 2006
as a reward. 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. All costs will be paid by the
participating students and the WAHS Choir Student Activity Fund.
10.2
Consider approving the following request for facility use:
A.
Williamsport AYSO to use the cafetorium at Roosevelt Middle School on
June 1, 2006
and June 2, 2006 from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm for soccer registration. Williamsport
AYSO
is requesting relief from the occupancy fee estimated at $80.00. Certificate
of Insurance on file.
10.2
Consider approving the following request for facility use:
B.
Community Alliance for Progressive Positive Action (CAPPA) to use the
auditorium at the Williamsport High School on June 7, (3:00 pm to 6:00 pm)
June 8, (9:00 am to 7:00 pm) and June 9 (11:00 am to 7:00 pm) to set-up risers,
sound and lights and dress rehearsals for the CAPPA Showcase. CAPPA is
requesting relief of the occupancy fees estimated at $150.00, custodial fees to
be
paid from the Sheridan Project Grant. Certificate of Insurance waived since co-
sponsored by the District.
C.
Community Alliance for Progressive Positive Action (CAPPA) to use the
auditorium, black box theater, and dressing rooms at the Williamsport High
School
on June 10, 2006 from 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm to hold the 2006 CAPPA Showcase.
CAPPA is requesting relief of the occupancy fees estimated at $90.00, custodial
fees to be paid from the Sheridan Project Grant. Certificate of Insurance
waived since co-sponsored by the District.
11. BIDS/CONTRACTS
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson.
A.
Consider approving a contract with UGI Energy Services, Inc. for consulting
services for the purchase of transport natural gas.
B.
Consider authorizing the District’s participation in the Cooperative
Purchasing Program of the Pennsylvania Education Joint Purchasing Council for
the procurement of Athletic Supplies (FY07) to used district wide. RECOMMENDED AWARDS:
Sportsman’s, Johnstown, PA
$4,219.56
Riddell/All American, Chicago, IL
4,189.10
DeMans Inc., Brookville, PA
1,150.85
TOTAL RECOMMENDED AWARDS $9,559.51
C.
Consider authorizing the District’s participation in the Cooperative
Purchasing Program of the Pennsylvania Education Joint Purchasing Council for
the procurement of copier paper to replenish warehouse stock. RECOMMENDED AWARDS:
Ricoh Corporation, Uniontown, OH
$21,975.20
TOTAL RECOMMENDED AWARDS $21,975.20
11. BIDS/CONTRACTS CONT’D:
D.
Consider authorizing the District’s participation in the Cooperative
Purchasing Program of the Pennsylvania Education Joint Purchasing Council for
the procurement of Cafeteria & Smallwares Supplies (FY07) to used district
wide.
RECOMMENDED AWARDS:
Beltex Company, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA $
25.50
Calico Industries, Annapolis, MD 4,567.39
Phillips Supply Company, Plymouth, PA
56.99
W.A. De Hart Inc., New Columbia, PA
8,088.18
TOTAL RECOMMENDED AWARDS $16,848.98
12. TAX ITEMS
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson.
12.1
Consider approving the attached tax summaries.
13. ITEMS FROM BOARD MEMBERS
14. 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.
WAHS Black Box Theater
AGENDA
May 9
Curriculum & Instruction Steering Committee meeting/canceled
May 15 Diversity Committee meeting 12:00 pm
May 15
Secondary Alternative Education Committee meeting 4:00 pm
May 16 WASD School Board meeting 6:00 pm
May 17
WASD Education Foundation meeting 5:30pm
May 18
Professional Development Inservice Day at Cochran, Hepburn-Lycoming,
Jackson, Round Hills, Sheridan, Stevens Elementary Schools (Elementary
students will not be in school)
May 18
Employment Steering Committee meeting 4:00 pm
May 18
ETAC meeting 6:30 pm
May 19
WASD District-Wide Professional Development Inservice Day
May 19
Diversity Day Celebration 5:00 pm
May 26-29
Memorial Day Holiday (students will not be in school)
June 6 WASD School Board meeting at WAHS 6:00 pm
