W illiamsport A rea
S chool D istrict
Board of Directors Meeting
April 1, 2008
6:00 p.m.
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2. OPENING EXERCISES –
Mrs. Lori A. Baer
SILENT REFLECTION
DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN BELIEF STATEMENT # 4
We believe each person is unique, important, and learns differently.
PSBA EFFECTIVE SCHOOL GOVERNANCE STANDARD 2 ( f )
The Williamsport Area School Board will model responsible governance and
leadership by complying with Board policy and all applicable local, state and
federal laws and regulations.
PSBA CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS
We, as members of our local Board of Education, representing all the residents
of our school district, believe that:
The future welfare of this community, commonwealth and nation depends upon
the quality of education we provide in the public schools.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Meeting – March 4, 2008
3.1
Student Representatives’ Report – Kelly Derr and Chate James
4. REPORTS TO THE BOARD
4.1
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Mr. David B. Stone, Jr.
A.
Outstanding Student Presentation
4.1
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Mr. David B. Stone, Jr.
B.
Congratulations to Andrew Strickler, a Senior at the Williamsport Area High
School for being selected as the recipient of the 2008 American Association of
Physics Teachers – Central Pennsylvania Section Outstanding High School
Physics Student Award.
C.
Congratulations to Larry Flint, a Williamsport Area High School Science
Teacher, for being selected as the recipient of the 2008 Excellence in High
School
Physics Teaching Award from the American Association of Physics Teachers –
Central Pennsylvania Section.
D.
Budget Presentation – Mr. Charles E. Peterson, Jr.
4.2
Committee Reports by Board Members
4.3 Construction Projects
5. FINANCE REPORT
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson
5.1
Consider approving the following financial reports:
A.
Payroll Report for the month of March 2008:
General Fund – Unrestricted
$2,741,827.14
General Fund – Restricted 229,690.31
Athletics and Extra Curricular
14,207.67 Food Service Fund
84,052.44
Data Processing Fund 21,072.72
Maintenance Fund 38,357.29
Earned Income Tax
40,547.72
Student Activities 3,300.10
TOTAL
$3,173,055.39
5.2*
Consider authorizing payment of invoices and services rendered by the list
submitted and direct the officers of the Board of School Directors to execute
the same:
Order Number Amount
Order Number Amount
04/01/08 $151,194.30
04/01/08A 181,916.63
04/01/08B 40,380.24
04/01/08C 9,148.15
04/01/08D 170,993.71
04/01/08E 336.00
04/01/08F 168.00 04/01/08G 1,383,031.02
04/01/08H 673,804.09
04/01/08I 10,390.55
04/01/08J 500.00
04/01/08K 7,057.07
6.
BOARD POLICY – None
7. CURRICULUM REPORT
Questions may be directed to Dr. Adams.
7.1
Consider approving Laura and Robert Sams, authors, to visit Hepburn Lycoming
Elementary on Thursday, April 24, 2008 and Round Hills Elementary School on
Friday, April 25, 2008. Approximate cost for the visit will be $2, 400 and
will be paid by the Hepburn Lycoming Elementary and Round Hills Elementary PTO.
7.2
Consider approving a new junior level science course, Integrated Science, at
WAHS. This course is designed especially for juniors not taking college
preparatory courses and aligns directly with the eligible content and science
standards. Students may expect to investigate the Nature of Science (processes,
procedures and tools), Biological Sciences (structure and function, continuity
of life, ecological systems), Physical Sciences (structure, properties of
matter and forms, sources of energy, forces and motion) and Earth and Space
Sciences (Earth features and processes, weather and climate, and composition
and structure of the Universe). This course may be used to satisfy the third
science credit necessary for graduation.
7.3
Consider approving Chris Yoder, Math teacher at WAHS, to develop summer school
courses for Algebra IA and Algebra IB to be delivered using the Blended Schools
network. Compensation for this work, completed outside of normal school
hours, at the District rate of $90/day, shall not exceed 5 days ($450). The
curricula will be saved as Blended schools courses and will become the property
of WASD. Funding will be provided by Project 720.
7.4
Consider approving Bernard Meyer, Science teacher at WAHS, to develop summer
school courses for Applied Biology and Applied Chemistry to be delivered using
the Blended Schools network. Compensation for this work, completed outside of
normal school hours, at the District rate of $90/day, shall not exceed 5 days
($450). The curricula will be saved as Blended schools courses and will become
the property of WASD. Funding will be provided by Project 720.
7.5
Consider approving payment to Mr. Stanley Griggs, science teacher at the
Williamsport Area High School, for presenting two (2) planetarium shows to
public groups. One show was offered February 20, 2008 with 50 people in
attendance and the second was offered March 4, 2008 with 40 in attendance. In
accordance with the existing planetarium usage policy, Mr. Griggs is to be paid
at the homebound rate of $27.67 per hour for three (3) hours for each show.
The total payment for six (6) hours shall be $166.02.
8. PERSONNEL REPORT
Questions may be directed to Debbra Savage, Esq.
8.1 RESIGNATIONS
Consider accepting the following resignation(s), effective on the dates and for
the purposes indicated:
A.
Peggy A. Welch, general food service worker at Cochran Elementary School, for
the purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of the 2007-2008 school
year (tentative date of June 6, 2008).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Peggy A. Welch
from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for her 5½ years of dedicated service to our school system as
a food service worker. It further expresses the hope that her years of
retirement will be many and richly rewarding.
B.
Virginia L. Zeigler, general food service worker at Cochran Elementary School,
for the purpose of retirement, effective at the completion of the 2007-2008
school year (tentative date of June 6, 2008).
RESOLVED: that the Board of School Directors of the Williamsport Area School
District acknowledges with profound regret the retirement of Virginia L.
Zeigler from service in the Williamsport Area Schools and expresses its sincere
appreciation for her 32 years of dedicated service to our school system as a
food service worker. It further expresses the hope that her years of
retirement will be many and richly rewarding.
8.2
LEAVES OF ABSENCE - Consider approving the following leave(s) of absence:
A.
Kathy A. Orso, general food service worker at Stevens Elementary School, for an
unpaid leave, effective May 19, 2008, through June 3, 2008.
8.3* ELECTION OF STAFF
Consider the election of the following staff, for the purpose and on the date
indicated:
A.
Michael A. Cioffi, 1226 Hillsdale Drive, Williamsport, to serve as Title I
Elementary
Summer School Program Coordinator and Jackson Summer School Coordinator for
up to 4.5 hours per day, 5 days per week, plus up to .5 hours per week for
staff
meeting time, beginning July 7 through August 1, 2008 at the rate of $27.71 per
hour
plus appropriate benefits. Also approve him for up to 80 hours of planning and
prior to July 7 at the rate of $27.03 or $27.71 per hour plus appropriate
benefits. Mr.
Cioffi will also participate in up to two professional development days prior
to the
program at the rate of $90 per day plus appropriate benefits. All costs are
budgeted under Title I.
8.3*
ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
B.
Michelle L. Bennett, 454 George Street, South Williamsport, to serve as Title I
Elementary Summer School Program Coordinator and Cochran Summer School
Coordinator for up to 4.5 hours per day, 5 days per week, plus up to .5 hours
per week for staff meeting time, beginning July 7 through August 1, 2008 at the
rate of $27.71 per hour plus appropriate benefits. Also approve her for up to
60 hours of planning and organizing prior to July 7 at the rate of $27.03 or
$27.71 per hour plus appropriate benefits. Ms. Bennett will also participate
in up to two professional development days prior to the program at the rate of
$90 per day plus appropriate benefits. All costs are budgeted under Title I.
C.
Diane M. Breon, 1807 Walters Rd., Montoursville, to serve as Title I
District-wide Elementary Library Coordinator and
Jackson Elementary Summer School Librarian
for up to 3.5 hours per day, 5 days per week, plus up to .5 hours per week for
staff
meeting time, beginning July 7 through August 1, 2008 at the rate of $27.71 per
hour
plus appropriate benefits. Also approve her for up to 20 hours of planning and
organizing prior to July 7 at the rate of $27.03 or $27.71 per hour plus
appropriate
benefits. She will also participate in up to two professional development days
prior
to the program at the rate of $90 per day plus appropriate benefits. All costs
are budgeted under Title I.
D.
Wanda K. Buck, 1462 Hughes Road, Trout Run, to serve as Title I Cochran
Elementary Summer School Librarian for up to 3.5 hours per day, 5 days per
week, plus up to .5 hours per week for staff meeting time, beginning July 7
through August 1, 2008 at the rate of $27.71 per hour plus appropriate
benefits. She will also participate in up to two days of professional
development prior to the program at the rate of $90 per day plus appropriate
benefits. All costs are budgeted under Title I.
E.
The following persons as Title I Elementary Summer School Teachers, assignment
to be determined, for 3.5 hours per day, 5 days per week, plus one 30 minute
building meeting each week, beginning July 7 through August 1, 2008 at the rate
of $27.71 per hour plus appropriate benefits, plus up to two professional
development days at $90 per day. All costs are budgeted under Title I:
Rickie T. Walker
1612 Quaker State Rd., Montoursville
Erin F. Brouse
2421 Elwood Crescent East, Williamsport
Andrew H. Bennett
430 Percy St., S. Williamsport
Elizabeth M. Moore
76 Alta Vista Dr., Williamsport
Rhonda L. Getgen
2850 Bottle Run Rd., Williamsport
Amber L. Perry
1780 Fredna Ave., Williamsport
Barbara A. Davis 419 E. Main St., Lock Haven
Morgan K. Williams
2499 Lincoln Drive, Apt. 1, Williamsport
Dawn M. Gorsline
1513 Quaker State Rd., Montoursville
Louise A. Campana
795 Belmont Ave., Williamsport
Cathy L. Burger
2341 Quaker State Rd., Montoursville
Lisa C. Swoyer
326 Cedarwood Dr., Montoursville
8.3*
ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
Patrice M. Laurence
149 Center Street, Milton
Therese M. Molesky
412 Walnut St., Montoursville
Dena D. Mesaris
952 Route 87 Highway, Montoursville
Gloria Z. Greevy
1401 Walnut St., Williamsport
Ann M. Bidelspacher
1350 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport
Georgia A. Grove
1001 Race St., Williamsport
Kimberly A. Barry
1216 Sherman St., Williamsport
Sarah Beth MacIntyre
1620 Sycamore Rd., Apt. 7, Montoursville
Catherine L. Hanner
518 Cedarwood Dr., Montoursville
Brianna R. Nau
2323 Riverside Dr., Apt. 3, S. Williamsport
Deborah L. Worthington
87 Decoursey Rd., Liberty
Nadera F. Yancey
1250 W. Third St., Apt. 3, Williamsport
Laurie C. Calnea
1301 Hepburn Street, Williamsport
Carol S. Fischer
431 Woodland Ave., Williamsport
Pamela A. Nolan
1112 First Ave., Williamsport
Kathy J. Piaskowski
1414 Florence St., Williamsport
Ami L. McChesney
1222 Fox Meadow Circle, Bellefonte
Jacqueline K. Whiteman
58 Maple Ave., Williamsport
Michele R. Jackson 200 Grove St., S. Williamsport
Karen D. Scampone
830 Faxon Parkway, Williamsport
Lindsey A. Douty
2110 King St., Williamsport
F.
The entire District teaching staff and substitute teachers to serve as
substitute teachers for the Title I Summer School Programs as needed, at the
rate of $27.71 per hour for the actual number of hours worked.
G.
The following persons as Title I Elementary Summer School Special Education
Teachers, assignment to be determined, for 3.5 hours per day, 5 days per week,
plus one 30
minute building meeting each week, beginning July 7 through August 1, 2008 at
the rate of $27.71 per hour plus appropriate benefits, plus up to two
professional development days at $90 per day. All costs are budgeted under
Title I:
Jennifer L.Conklin
118 Bryans Lane, Lock Haven
Susan K. Garczynski
P.O. Box 96, Trout Run
Betsy G. Yost
1347 Rose Valley Rd., Cogan Station
Patricia A. Jones
291 Hillside Dr., S. Williamsport
H.
The following person as a Health Room Technician for the Elementary Summer
School Program, effective July 7, 2008, through August 1, 2008 (up to 3½
hours per day, 5 days per week) plus one day of training prior to summer
school, at the current contract rate. All costs are budgeted under Title I:
Karen R. Miller
925 Franklin St., Williamsport
8.3*
ELECTION OF STAFF CONT’D:
I.
The following persons as administrative support staff for the Summer School
Program, effective July 7, 2008, through August 1, 2008 (up to 4 hours per day,
5 days per week), plus up to two days training prior to summer school, at the
current contract rate. All costs are budgeted under Title I:
Cochran:
Jolene R. Waldrab 62 Carone Drive, Cogan Station
Jackson:
Kathy M. Shirey 503 Eden St., Jersey Shore
J.
The following winter sport coaches at the respective schools for the 2007-2008
school year at the salary rate in accordance with the 2007-2010 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
Cheerleading
Co-Coach:
Breck L. Temple (2) $1,010
Co-Coach:
Lindsay E. Ramin (2) $1,010
K.
The following spring sport coach(es) at the respective schools for the
2007-2008 school year at the salary rate in accordance with the 2007-2010
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
Girls Track & Field
Assistant:
Nichol E. Rhian (2) $2,019
(additional position approved for current year only)
L.
The following substitute teacher(s), subject to assignment by the
Superintendent of Schools, at the salary and/or daily rates as established by
Board policy ($90 per day for first 45 days; $110 per day for days beyond the
45th
day; up to a maximum of 180 days/year), and only for the actual number of
hours assigned and worked:
Eric M. Gerber
633 South Market St., S. Williamsport (effective 03/19/08)
8.4*
POSITION CHANGES - Consider approving the following position change(s):
A.
Diane D. Burns, 2048 Sheridan St., Williamsport, from a full-time
Administrative Support I in the Red House Office at the high school to a
full-time Administrative Support II (245 day, 7½ hours per day) in the
High School Main Office, with a base wage rate of $29,235, prorated ($15.91 per
hour), effective March 31, 2008 (replacing Robin Enderle, resigned).
8.5 CONTRACTED SERVICES
A.
Consider authorizing Robin S. Enderle, 119 Mountain View Rd., Linden, to
provide training services to the High School Main Office Administrative Support
at the rate of $15.91 per hour, not to exceed 37½ hours. (Contract for
Mrs. Enderle’s services will be prepared and executed.)
8.6 OTHER
A.
Consider revising stipend from $1,000 to $700 for Michele S. Zaludek, 115
Crawley St., Hughesville, teacher at Round Hills Elementary School, “to
provide tutoring (sign language interpreting) for the after school program at
Round Hills Elementary School at the stipend of
9. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Questions may be directed to Dr. Adams.
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. Kelley.
10.1*
Consider approving the following student trips:
All students must be in compliance with the school’s field trip
disciplinary requirements
in order to participate.
A.
Approximately 90 eighth grade students from Roosevelt Middle School,
accompanied by their teachers and parent chaperones, to travel to Knoebel’
s Grove on a Saturday during May 2008.
Transportation will be provided by contract carrier. All costs will be paid by
the Roosevelt PTO.
B.
Sixty (60) fourth grade students from Hepburn-Lycoming Elementary School,
accompanied by their teachers and parent volunteers, to travel to Harrisburg
during June 2008 to visit the State Capitol.
Transportation will be provided by contract carrier. All costs will be paid by
the Hepburn-Lycoming PTO.
10.1*
Consider approving the following student trips cont’d:
C.
Approximately 100 eighth grade students from Curtin Middle School, accompanied
by their principals and teacher chaperones, to travel to Hershey Park on a
Saturday during May 2008.
Transportation will be provided by contract carrier. All costs will be paid by
the Curtin PTO and Student Council.
D.
Sixty-eight (68) Freshman Academy students from the Williamsport Area High
School, accompanied by their teacher and other adult chaperones, to travel to
the
Pennsylvania College of Technology during April 2008 to tour the campus and
receive manners training.
District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by through the
Academy budget. One substitute will be required for the day.
E.
Sixty-seven (67) kindergarten students from Hepburn-Lycoming Elementary
School, accompanied by their teachers and adult volunteers, to travel to Clyde
Peeling’s Reptiland and Indian Park during June 2008.
District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Hepburn-
Lycoming PTO.
F.
Approximately 52 fifth grade students from Sheridan Elementary School,
accompanied by their teachers and parent chaperones, to travel to Knoebel’
s Grove during May 2008.
District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by money raised
from student fundraisers.
G.
Approximately 100 fourth grade students from Jackson Elementary School,
accompanied by their teachers and parent chaperons, to travel to Penn’s
Cave during June 2008.
District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Jackson
PTO.
H.
Approximately 92 first grade students from Cochran Elementary School,
accompanied by their teachers, aides, and parent volunteers, to travel to Camp
Susque (Trout Run) during May 2008.
District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Cochran
School Association.
District transportation is requested. All costs will be paid by the Jackson
PTO.
10.1*
Consider approving the following student trips cont’d:
J.
Eighty (80) fifth grade students from Jackson Elementary School, accompanied by
staff members and parent volunteers, to travel to Knoebel’s Amusement
Resort on a Saturday during May 2008.
Transportation will be provided by contract carrier. All costs will be paid by
the Jackson PTO.
K.
Nine (9) Williamsport Area High School Students, accompanied by two teachers,
to travel to Penn College on two dates during April 2008 to participate in the
Pennsylvania High School Computer Fair.
The students will be transported by their teachers. Two substitutes will be
required for one day.
L.
Approximately 110 students from Curtin, Lycoming Valley, and Roosevelt Middle
Schools, accompanied by their teachers and parent chaperones, to travel to
Hershey High School during May 2008 to participate in a band adjudication and
competition.
District transportation is requested to transport the students from the middle
schools to the high school. Transportation to and from Hershey will be by
contract carrier. All costs will be paid by the WAHS Orchestra Association.
M.
Approximately 30 School-to-Work students from the Williamsport Area High
School, accompanied by their teachers and other adults, to travel to the
Holiday
Inn in downtown Williamsport during May 2008 to attend the annual vocational
training awards/recognition breakfast. The students will also be treated to a
trip aboard the Hiawatha.
Transportation to the Holiday Inn and on the Hiawatha will be provided by the
City of Williamsport. One substitute will be required for ½ a day.
10.2
Consider approving the following request for facility use:
A.
Antioch Baptist Church to use the gymnasium at Curtin Middle School on
Monday - Tuesdays, beginning April 1 through May 13, 2008, from 5:45 p.m. until
7:45 p.m. to hold basketball practice. Antioch Baptist Church is requesting
relief of the occupancy fee estimated at $440.00. Certificate of Insurance on
file.
11. BIDS/CONTRACTS
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson.
11.1
Consider authorizing a contract in the amount of $2,920.00 between the
Williamsport Area School District; PSEA and Comcast Spotlight authorizing the
production of a commercial.
11. BIDS/CONTRACTS CONT’D:
11.2
Consider approving a contract with the Holiday Inn Downtown Williamsport for an
awards recognition breakfast on May 23, 2008, to honor approximately 30
special education students involved in the Community Work Experience Program.
Parents, classroom teachers, aides, district administrators, employers,
parents, and community dignitaries will also participate in the event. The
students will take a trip aboard the Hiawatha after breakfast.
The cost of the breakfast will be $7.50 per person plus 20% gratuity.
Transportation will be on the Billtown Trolley which will be provided by the
City of Williamsport.
11.3
Consider authorizing the purchase of one (1) 2008 GMC Sierra 3500 pickup truck
in accordance with our specifications and the following recommended award. All
recommended awards are based on the lowest bid meeting our specifications.
All bids were received by 1:30 p.m. and opened publicly in the District Service
Center at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 11, 2008.
RECOMMENDED AWARD:
Shirn’s GMC
1804 Lycoming Creek Road
Williamsport, PA 17701
$21,271.00
12. TAX ITEMS
Questions may be directed to Mr. Peterson.
12.1
Consider approving the attached tax summaries.
13.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT – Kathleen R. Kelley, Ph.D.
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
$1,000
for the remainder of the 2007-2008 school year, effective January 24,
2008” (item previously approved at February 5, 2008 meeting).
