W illiamsport A rea
S chool D istrict
Board of Directors Meeting
September 5, 2006
6:00 p.m.
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2. OPENING EXERCISES –
Mr. Thomas Zimmerman
SILENT REFLECTION
DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN BELIEF STATEMENT # 6
We believe that all students need to be challenged to reach their potential.
PSBA EFFECTIVE SCHOOL GOVERNANCE STANDARD 2 (h)
The Williamsport Area School Board will model responsible governance and
leadership by participating in annual Board retreats.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Minutes – July 11, 2006; August 1 and 15, 2006
Special Minutes – August 22, 2006
3.1
Student Representatives’ Report – None
4. REPORTS TO THE BOARD
4.1
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Mr. David B. Stone, Jr.
A.
Consider appointing Lori A. Baer, 3478 Route 973 East, Cogan Station to fill
the
remaining term for the school board director position vacated by Susan A.
Mahaffey. This appointment will expire on December 4, 2007, when the position
will be assumed by the winner of the municipal election. Mrs. Baer’s
appointment is the result of interviews that were conducted by the School
Directors on Tuesday, August 22, 2006
Fred A. Holland, Esq., will introduce the Honorable Dudley N. Anderson who will
administer the oath of office to Mrs. Baer.
B.
Revised Board Committee Appointments
1.
Karen Harris will be added to the Athletic Advisory Committee in place of Tom
Zimmerman.
4.1
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT CONT’D: – Mr. David B. Stone, Jr.
B.
Revised Board Committee Appointments cont’d:
2.
Lori Baer will be added to the Educational & Administrative Technology
Advisory Committee, Finance Committee and Site-Based Management Committee.
Mrs. Baer will also be the Boards’ representative for West End Babe Ruth
and an Elementary Liaison.
C.
Tax Study Commission Appointment Resolution
Background:
Act 1 requires the school board to appoint a Tax Study Commission. The
Commission must consist of 5, 7 or 9 members who are resident individuals or
taxpayers of the district, and reflect the “socioeconomic, age and
occupational diversity of the school district to the extent possible.”
The Commission members may include one school board member, but otherwise may
not include any district official or employee, or relative of a district
official or employee. Having carefully considered the foregoing requirements,
the board wishes to appoint a Tax Study Commission as set forth below. The
individuals to be appointed have consented to appointment.
Consider approving the following resolution:
RESOLVED,
by the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School District, that
the following individuals are appointed to the 2006 Tax Study Commission: (
To Be Announced)
The appointment shall be effective immediately and the Commission shall make a
final recommendation to the School Board on or before December 13, 2006.
4.2
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT – Patricia A. Lowery, Ph.D.
September 10
Hepburn-Lycoming Elementary Dedication 3:00 pm
September 11
Secondary Alternative Education Committee meeting 4:00 pm
4.2
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT CONT’D: – Patricia A. Lowery, Ph.D.
B.
On display in the June B. Baskin Gallery through October is Art from the Fair.
This
is an exhibition of ribbon winning pieces that were on display at the Lycoming
County Fair in July.
4.3
Committee Reports by Board Members
4.4 Construction Projects
5. FINANCE REPORT
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson
5.1
Consider approving the following financial reports:
A. Payroll Report:
General Fund – Unrestricted
$2,441,818.20
General Fund – Restricted 373,251.57
Athletics and Extra Curricular
6,067.02 Food Service Fund
8,495.03
Data Processing Fund 18,119.52
Maintenance Fund 34,167.89
Mercantile & Privilege
0.00 Earned Income Tax
37,135.31
Student Activities _____
.00 TOTAL
$2,919,054.54
5.2*
Consider authorizing payment of invoices and services rendered by the list
submitted marked Order No. 09/05/06 in the amount of $581,903.37, 09/05/06A in
the amount of $90,294.59,
09/05/06B in the amount of $256,289.09, 09/05/06C in the amount of $1,657.05,
09/05/06D in the amount of $2,750,667.34, 09/05/06E in the amount of
$712,048.16, 09/05/06F in the amount of $77,926.11, 09/05/06G in the amount of
$5,038.44, 09/05/06H in the amount of $200.00, 09/05/06I in the amount of
$50.00, 09/05/06J in the amount of $163,197.28, 09/05/06K in the amount of
$5,480.00, 09/05/06L in the amount of $12,579.09 and that the officers of the
Board of School Directors be directed to execute Order Nos. 09/05/06,
09/05/06A, 09/05/06B, 09/05/06C, 09/05/06D, 09/05/06E, 09/05/06F, 09/05/06G,
09/05/06H, 09/05/06I, 09/05/06J 09/05/06K, and 09/05/06L.
5.3
Consider setting the adult breakfast and lunch prices at $1.75 and $3.00
respectively effective October 1, 2006.
5.4
Consider authorizing an Electronic Participate Agreement with Local Government
Services, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of the Iowa Association of School
Boards, to provide an electronic credit/debit card system to pay for WASD fees
and services. This service is operated by a company called PaySchools. The
company is endorsed by the Pennsylvania School Boards Association and the
Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials.
6.
BOARD POLICY – James E. Temple
Questions may be directed to Dr. Lowery.
7. CURRICULUM REPORT
Questions may be directed to Mrs. Thomas.
7.1
Consider paying Deb Clark, personal care aide at Williamsport Area High School,
for one hour's time to attend an IEP meeting as requested by the parent.
Stipend will be paid out of ACCESS and the string number is
10-1200-131-891-30-850-000-004-0007.
7.2
Consider approving a letter of agreement with Family Life Services for their
provision of mental health liaison services to the high school Student
Assistance Team. This agreement is a renewal of the program that has been in
place for several years. Compensation for Family Life Services is provided by
the Clinton-Lycoming Joinder Board. Williamsport Area School District
contributes to the cost of this service via a $10,000 payment from the
District’s Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities grant.
7.3
Consider approving expenditures for the Williamsport Area High School’s
2006-07 Project 720 Plan in the amount of $100,000. The Williamsport Area
School District has received approval for the application submitted to the
Pennsylvania Department of Education. These funds must be utilized as outlined
in the local application according to Pennsylvania Department of Education
regulations.
7.4
Consider approving payment of $300 to Shippensburg University for continuation
of the WASD Reading Recovery Training Site. Funds are budgeted under Title I.
7.5
Consider approving Marcy McCann, WASD Reading Specialist and District Trainer
for Soar To Success, to provide training in Soar To Success on September 6 and
7, 2006 for the WASD Extended Day teachers, Title I teacher and Special
Education teacher who need to be trained. Mrs. McCann will be paid at the rate
of $90 plus expenses for two days of preparation and 2 half days (afternoons)
of the training days (total 3 days). All funds are budgeted under EAP and Title
I.
7.6
Consider paying tuition to Children's Development Center for $110 per week for
each of two incoming kindergarten students who require specialized placement
due to unique needs. Tuition will be paid out of the ACCESS budget account
number 10-1200-569-891-00-000-000-004-0007.
7.7
Consider approving the Metamorphosis Performing Company to present the Under
Construction Program to the Grade 2 classes at each elementary school. The
cost is approximately $475 per performance ($2,850 for the 6 elementary
schools) and is funded through the Elementary Curriculum and site-based
budgets.
7.8
Consider approving a usage agreement with the Pennsylvania College of
Technology Community Arts Center for the main theater on Thursday October 12,
2006 as part of the Diversity Committee planned activities. Approximate cost
will be $600 to be paid out of the assistant superintendent’s budget
account number 10-2271-441-000-00-000-000-017-0000.
8. PERSONNEL REPORT
Questions may be directed to Debbra Savage, Esq.
8.1
MEMORIAL RESOLUTION – Thomas A. Kelchner
Consider adopting the following memorial resolution:
WHEREAS, the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School District
observes with profound sorrow the untimely passing from this life of Tom
Kelchner who for over twenty-two years was a dedicated teacher and
administrator for the School District,
WHEREAS, the Board recognizes with respect and appreciation the devotion and
time he gave to his colleagues, students, parents, and family, and the
consideration he always showed them,
WHEREAS, the tragic loss of Tom will be deeply felt by many for a long time;
now, there be it
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District tenders its deepest sympathy to his family in their bereavement, with
the comforting knowledge that his life was well spent for the good of the
students and teachers he guided and for his fellow man
FURTHER RESOLVED: that the members of this School Board direct that this
resolution be spread upon the official minutes of this body and that a copy be
presented to Mr. Kelchner's family.
8.2 RESIGNATIONS
Consider accepting the following resignations, effective on the dates and for
the purposes indicated:
A.
Paula S. McGonigal, full-time Extended Day Program Coordinator (188-day
position scheduled throughout the year), for other employment, effective August
21, 2006.
B.
Stephanie N. Bradley, part-time instructional aide at Lycoming Valley Middle
school, for personal reasons, effective August 18, 2006.
C.
Lucina R. Campbell, instructional support aide at Curtin Middle School, for
other employment, effective August 11, 2006.
D.
Sandra L. Edler, general food service worker at Curtin Middle School, for
personal reasons, effective August 22, 2006.
E.
Debbie S. Hanley, part-time school bus aide for the District, for personal
reasons, effective August 28, 2006.
8.2 RESIGNATIONS CONT’D:
F.
Anastasia M. Noviello-Miller, full-time instructional support aide/LPN at the
high school, for personal reasons, effective August 25, 2006.
G.
Lee Ann Vollman, instructional aide at the high school, for personal reasons,
effective August 25, 2006.
H.
Patrice E. Walters, full-time Health Room Technician at Jackson Elementary and
the high school, for personal reasons, effective August 28, 2006.
I.
Lisa M. Godin, resignation as Varsity Cross Country (Boys and Girls) Assistant
Coach at the high school, due to personal reasons, effective for the 2006-2007
school year.
J.
Christopher L. Eiswerth, verbal resignation as Varsity Football Assistant Coach
at
the high school, due to other employment, effective for the 2006-2007 school
year.
K.
Teri H. Heinbach, verbal resignation as Assistant Softball Coach at Curtin
Middle
School, due to other employment, effective for the 2006-2007 school year.
8.3 LEAVES OF ABSENCE
Consider approving the following leaves of absence:
A.
Julia A. Edler, full-time Elementary (1st
Grade) teacher at Cochran Elementary School, for an unpaid medical leave,
effective October 11, 2006, through January 2, 2007, possibly to return sooner.
Mrs. Edler is currently utilizing sick and/or personal days and will begin her
unpaid leave of absence on October 11, 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.
B.
David C. Fink, full-time Science teacher at Curtin Middle School, for an unpaid
leave, effective for the 2006-2007 school year (tentative dates of August 24,
2006, through June 8, 2007).
C.
Cindy L. Ryder, part-time instructional support aide at Lycoming Valley Middle
School, for an unpaid medical leave, effective September 19, 2006, through
September 22, 2006, possibly to return sooner. Ms. Ryder is not eligible for
leave under the Family Medical Leave Act at this time.
D.
Robyn G. Weaver, part-time instructional support aide at Stevens Elementary
School, for an unpaid medical leave, effective September 25, 2006, through
October 18, 2006, possibly to return sooner. Mrs. Weaver is not eligible for
leave under the Family Medical Leave Act at this time.
8.3 LEAVES OF ABSENCE CONT’D:
E.
Georgianna M. Bower, general food service worker at the high school, unpaid
leave for a planned vacation, effective December 19, 2006, through December 22,
2006.
8.4* ELECTION OF STAFF
Consider the election of the following staff, for the purpose and on the date
indicated:
A.
Joel Smith Ryder, 659 Miller Rd., Muncy, as a half-time temporary professional
employee, effective August 24, 2006, to teach art education at the high school,
at a salary rate of Step 2, bachelor’s, $39,300, prorated to ½ time.
Mr. Ryder holds a bachelor's degree from Mansfield University and is
certified in Art K-12 (replacing high school teaching responsibilities of Tom
Kelchner; position revised to part-time). Mr. Ryder has previously
participated in Induction Program activities.
B.
Kelley A. Coledo, 4809 Lycoming Creek Rd., Cogan Station, as a long-term
substitute teacher, effective August 28, 2006, through the end of the first
semester of the 2006-2007 school term (tentative ending date of January 19,
2007), unless terminated sooner, to teach Special Education at the high school,
at a salary rate of Step 1, bachelor’s, $38,750 (+ $200), prorated. Ms.
Coledo holds a bachelor’s degree from Penn State University and is
certified in Special Education N-12 (replacing Susan McGehean, transferred to a
part-time administrative position for the first semester) [authorize
Superintendent to sign MOU].
C.
James H. Rogers III, 347 Smokey Corners Rd., Cogan Station, as a long-term
substitute teacher, effective with the 2006-2007 school term (scheduled date is
August 24, 2006) through the end of the 2006-2007 school term (tentative
ending date of June 8, 2007), unless terminated sooner, to teach Science at
Curtin Middle School, at a salary rate of Step 1, bachelor's, $38,750. Mr.
Rogers holds a bachelor's degree from Lycoming College and is certified in
Biology and Mathematics (replacing David Fink, on unpaid leave) [authorize
Superintendent to sign MOU].
D.
The following fall sport coaches at the respective schools for the 2006-2007
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 Association (pending completion of all
appropriate paperwork*):
Williamsport Area High School
Football
Varsity Assistants: Corey Buckholder (5)* $3,797
(replacing Christopher Eiswerth, resigned)
Volunteer:
Christopher L. Eiswerth ---
Girls Soccer
Volunteer:
Matt Reigle ---
8.4*
ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
D.
The following fall sport coaches at the respective schools cont’d:
Williamsport Area High School
Cross Country (Boys & Girls)
Assistant Coach:
Sarah B. MacIntyre (3) $1,428
(replacing Lisa M. Godin, resigned)
Cheerleading
Assistant Coach:
Stephanie L. Wahl (5) $1,139
Wrestling
Head Coach: Jason F. Adams (5)
$7,593
Curtin Middle School
Softball
Assistant:
Aprie L. Bower (5) $1,139
(replacing Teri H. Heinbach, resigned)
Lycoming Valley Middle School
Softball
Volunteer:
Tammy A. Kiess ---
E.
The following persons to teach for the Alternative Education Twilight Program
(after hours) at the high school, effective for the 2006-2007 school year, at
the rate established in the Agreement by and between the Board of School
Directors and the Williamsport Education Association ($26.22 per hour effective
July 1, 2006), plus up to five (5) days for training in Blended Schools
curriculum and access, Read 180 training, and orientation to the Twilight
Program, at the rate of $90 per day (pending completion of all appropriate
paperwork*):
Secondary Counselors
Ann M. Kahler 800 Susquehanna Trail Rd., Muncy
Christine S. Hanna
216 Market St., Apt. 1, Jersey Shore
F.
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, 2006:
Deborah A. Godfrey
2321 Fox St., Williamsport
Wendy L. Hinkal
939 High St., Williamsport
Donnie Kim Weber
315 Lowe St., S. Williamsport
8.4*
ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
G.
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 2006-2007 school year,
effective 08/29/06:
Tonya R. Anderson 934 Elizabeth St., Williamsport
Susan R. Benjamin
440 Sylvan Dell Park Rd., Williamsport
Tony C. Birch
630 Rural Ave., Williamsport
Matthew J. Bolduc
1070 Park Rd., Winfield
Daniel L. Carpenter 1251 Aubrey Ct., Williamsport
Gretchen P. Carpenter 441 Elm St., Montoursville
Michael E. Clark
826 Second Ave., Williamsport
Denise M. Connor
102 N. 2nd St., Hughesville
Debra L. Eichenlaub
273 S. Jones St., Lock Haven
Robin E. Evans
670 Seventh Ave., Williamsport
DePhilip M. Jackson
721 Elmira St., Williamsport
Tracy A. Kahn
255 Phillips Hill Dr., Williamsport
Bernard R. Katz
2529 W. Fourth St., Williamsport
Jason A. Kraeger
442 Little League Rd., Jersey Shore
Barbara E. Livingstone
1107 Elmira St., Williamsport
Michael L. McLaughlin
309 Susquehanna Ave., Lock Haven
Andrew L. Paulhamus
1771 Memorial Ave., Williamsport
Jason L. Paulhamus
929 Tucker St., Apt. 1, Williamsport
Mary E. Pearce
860 Rural Ave., Williamsport
Kristen N. Pulizzi
1109 Tule St., Montoursville
Jane E. Rishel
59 Linden Acres Lane, Linden
Christopher F. Styers
411 W. Mountain Ave., South Williamsport
Mary D. Sumpter
416 Brentwood Dr., Cogan Station
Mark J. Temons
222 East Water St. #7, Lock Haven
H.
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:
Dana L. Baer
3478 Route 973 East, Cogan Station
Randy J. Bealer
1560 Louisa St., Williamsport
Rebecca L. Betts
1300 Mahaffey Hollow Rd., Linden (eff. 08/24/06)
Sara L. Cronin
904 Railway St., Williamsport
Gina M. DeParasis
1024 Allegheny St., Apt. 3, Jersey Shore
Kendra M. Driscoll
1008 First Ave., Williamsport
Shannon L. Eichensehr
91 Van Buren Rd., Jersey Shore
Mark D. Marino
28 Woodbryn Drive, Williamsport
Michelle M. Reeder
929 German Rd., Lock Haven
Melissa R. Roupp
R.R. #1, Box 1205, Forksville
Laurie N. Schriner
322 S. Aly, Apt. 6, Montoursville
Velma J. Santiago
805 Wilson St., Williamsport
8.4*
ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
I.
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 (pending
completion of all appropriate paperwork*):
Jill W. Dabney*
660 Spruce St., Williamsport (effective 08/29/06)
Pamela R. Doane
1119 Road Run Rd., Cogan Station (eff. 08/25/06)
Nancy L. Malinak
459 Birch St. Lock Haven (effective 08/29/06)
Brianna R. Nau
2323 Riverside Dr., Apt. 3, S. Wmspt. (eff. 08/28/06)
Marie A. Snyder
1111 Creekside Lane, Jersey Shore (eff. 08/30/06)
Donnie Kim Weber
315 Lowe St., S. Williamsport
8.5* POSITION CHANGES
Consider approving the following position changes:
A.
Wayne L. Furman, 351 Daughertys Run Rd., Williamsport, from a regular school
bus driver (bargaining unit employee) to a General Full-Time Custodian at the
high school (1st
shift), at the salary rate of $30,980, prorated ($15.49 per hour), effective
August 29, 2006 (new position approved by Board to replace Head Custodian
position which was eliminated).
8.6 CONTRACTED SERVICES
A.
Babetta M. Rozaieski, 263 Beech Glenn Rd., Benton, to provide day-to-day
substitute interpreter services (as needed) to eligible students at the rate of
$30.00 per hour for hours worked, effective August 29, 2006, through June 8,
2007.
8.7 OTHER
A.
Consider approving Kenneth R. Welsh, 1304 Walnut St., Williamsport, as a
Mathematics coach and consultant for the 2006-2007 school year. He will assist
Mrs. Jennifer Flint with Calculus II and Dr. J. Thomas Mitchell with math
contests
(6). He will assist at the high school for up to three (3) days a week at the
rate of $50 per day, not to exceed $4,500.
part-time instructional support aides that attended required training for First
Aid/
CPR and Learning Styles Training that was held at the high school on Friday,
August 25, 2006.
9. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Questions may be directed to Mrs. Thomas and Ms. Savage.
9.1
RELEASED TIME/TRAINING PROGRAMS
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) 10.
STUDENT/COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Questions may be directed to Dr. Lowery.
10.1*
Consider approving the following request for facility use:
A.
Lycoming County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees to
use the Board Room on Monday, October 16, 2006, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.
to hold a pre-retirement seminar. LCCPASR is requesting relief of the
occupancy fee of $40.00. Certificate of Insurance waived.
B.
Williamsport Symphony Youth Orchestra (WSYO) to use the auditorium at the
Williamsport Area High School on 11 various dates beginning September 25, 2006
through January 20, 2007 to hold rehearsals. WSYO is requesting relief of the
occupancy fee of $730.00. Certificate of Insurance on file.
11. BIDS/CONTRACTS
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson.
Title I Parent workshops for the 2006-07 school year. All costs will be paid
through Title I. 12. TAX ITEMS
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson.
12.1
Consider approving the attached tax summaries.
12.2
Consider approving the Addendum to Regulations of the Municipal and School Tax
Office.
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.
AGENDA
September 13
Project 720 Oversight Leadership Team meeting 3:00 pm
September 14 ETAC meeting 6:30 pm
September 15
Constitution Day Activities in all Buildings
September 19
WASD School Board meeting 6:00 pm
September 20
WASD Education Foundation meeting 5:30pm
September 21
Diversity Committee meeting 9 am to 3 pm
September 22
District Wide Professional Development Inservice Day
September 27
Gifted Education Advisory Council meeting 7:00 pm
October 2
Secondary Alternative Education Committee meeting 4:00 pm
October 3 WASD School Board meeting 6:00 pm
