September 27, 2022
The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order in the Administration Building at 6:35 p.m. by President Joseph Bond.
PRESENT: Mr. Bond, Ms. McKnight, Mrs. Messing, Mrs. Revoir, Mrs. Samuelson and Mrs. Terralavoro (entered at 6:30 p.m.)
ABSENT: None
Also Present: Mr. Bellarosa, Ms. Serratore, Mr. Miller, Mr. Conklin, Ms. McGoldrick, and approximately ten faculty, staff, and community members in the audience
Also Absent: Media (WVT/THR)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. Bond called for a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss the potential employment of particular personnel and a student matter protected under FERPA.
Mrs. Revoir moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board convene in Executive Session at 5:45 p.m. Voting YES: Unanimous [5:0]
Mr. Hecht, Mrs. Heppes and Mrs. Stroka from Orange-Ulster BOCES were invited to join the Board in Executive Session. They left the meeting at approximately 6:20 p.m.
Mrs. Terralavoro entered the meeting at approximately 6:30 p.m.
Mrs. Messing moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board come out of Executive Session at 6:35 p.m. Voting YES: Unanimous [6:0]
PLEDGE TO FLAG
Following the Pledge, Mr. Bond asked that everyone remain standing for a moment of silence for Hailee Witherel, who passed away on Friday evening following a tragic car accident. Hailee was the library paraprofessional at Berea Elementary School since January of this year.
Mr. Bond then made the regular announcements regarding emergency egress, no smoking, public comment, and video streaming/recording of the meeting. He made available a copy of the opening statement/ guidelines for public comment for those wishing to speak.
INTRODUCTION OF STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES
Mr. Bond introduced two of this year’s student representatives – Lilly Ellison and Kenzye Wolven and invited them to share some information about themselves, which they did. The representatives then reported on activities at the High School, including Homecoming, the Powder Puff Game, athletic events and extracurricular club events.
CORRESPONDENCE/COMMENDATIONS
Mr. Bellarosa and Mr. Bond reviewed the attached correspondence and commendations.
PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and noted that Agenda Item C. 4. under
Superintendent’s Recommendations – Noninstructional Appointments has been removed from consideration this evening. Mrs. Messing made a request that Agenda Item C. 1. under Superintendent’s Recommendations – Cocurricular Appointments be removed from the Consent Agenda and voted on separately.
Mrs. Terralavoro moved, Mrs. Messing seconded that the following Consent Agenda be approved, as amended, listed and/or attached:
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
A. District Safety Plan Public Hearing Minutes dated 9/12/22
B. Regular Meeting Minutes dated 9/12/22
FINANCIAL REPORTS
A. Acceptance of Treasurer’s Report for August
B. Acceptance of Expenditure Budget Status Report for August
C. Acceptance of Revenue Budget Status Report for August
D. Acceptance of Record of Claims for August
E. Acceptance of Extraclassroom Reports for July/August
F. Acceptance of Investment Report for August
G. Approval of General Fund Budget Transfer for August
RECOMMENDATIONS OF CSE/CPSE FOR APPROVAL
A. Revised Special Education Report dated September 12, 2022
B. Declaration of Obsolete Books:
Elementary School Literacy Collaborative Books (see attached listing)
SUPERINTENDENT’S RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Acceptance of Resignations:
Noninstructional
Mariam Miller, Paraprofessional (1:1), p/t, Berea Elementary School, effective September 30, 2022
Diane LaVolpe, Food Service Helper, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective September 13, 2022
Extracurricular
Kelly Chadwick, Math Team Advisor, p/t, Valley Central Middle School, effective September 1, 2022
Meghan Rilley, Viking Voice Advisor, p/t, Valley Central High School, effective September 1, 2022
B. Approval of Leave of Absence:
Instructional
Garifalitsa Chabut, School Psychologist, Alternative Learning Center, for
childcare purposes effective on or about April 7, 2023 through April 14, 2023
C. Approval of Appointments:
Instructional
Kyle Sullivan, certified in Family and Consumer Sciences, appointed to a four-
year probationary period in the Family and Consumer Sciences tenure area, commencing September 8, 2022 and ending September 8, 2026*
Christine Giordano, certified in Students with Disabilities 1-6 and Students with Disabilities PreK-K, appointed to a four-year probationary period in the Special Education tenure area, commencing September 28, 2022 and ending September 28, 2026*
Before School Program Staff for Literacy, Reading and Math, p/t, Berea
Elementary School, East Coldenham Elementary School and Montgomery Elementary School, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year – See Attached Listings
Substitute Teachers/Home Tutors, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year – See Attached Listing
*To the extent applicable under Education Law Section 3012-d and the accompanying Commissioner’s Regulation, in order to be considered for tenure, teachers and principals appointed to a four-year probationary period must have received an APPR rating of effective or highly effective in three of the four probationary years and must not receive an ineffective in the fourth year.
Noninstructional
Ashlee Grunwald, Paraprofessional (School Monitor), p/t, Valley Central School District, effective September 28, 2022
Courtney Grogan, Paraprofessional (1:1), p/t, Valley Central Middle School, effective September 28, 2022
Krystine Squillante, Paraprofessional (1:1), p/t, Berea Elementary School, effective September 28, 2022
Britney Demshick, Paraprofessional, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective September 28, 2022
Laura Hamilton, Paraprofessional, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective September 28, 2022
Jessica Zukor, Paraprofessional (1:1), p/t, Montgomery Elementary School, effective September 28, 2022
Christopher DiMarco, Custodial Worker, Valley Central School District, effective September 28, 2022
William Sherry, Hall Monitor Coordinator, p/t, Valley Central High School, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year
Joyce Sawyer, Evening High School Substitute, p/t, Valley Central High School, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year
Substitute Paraprofessional/RNs, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year – See Attached Listing
Extracurricular
Advisors, p/t, Walden Elementary School, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year –See Attached Listings
Cocurricular
Aquatic Staff, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective 2022 – 2023 School
Year – See Attached Listing this agenda item was removed for consideration separately
Drew Abatangelo, Non-Paid Assistant to Athletic Trainer, Valley Central School
District, effective September 28, 2022
Voting YES: Unanimous [6:0]
OTHER
Mr. Bond then called for a motion to approve the agenda item removed from the Consent Agenda for consideration separately, C. 1. under Superintendent’s Recommendations –Approval of Cocurricular Appointments.
Mrs. Revoir moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the attached listing of Aquatic Staff, effective for the 2022-2023 School Year, be approved. Voting: YES: 5; ABSTAIN: Mrs. Messing
REPORTS
A. Student Representatives
The Student Representatives provided their report earlier in the meeting.
B. Interim Superintendent
Following introduction of this Agenda item, Mr. Bellarosa provided information about the Rachel’s Challenge program that will be presented to the community tomorrow evening at the High School. This is a program that is aimed at increasing academic achievement and social- emotional learning by focusing on the connection between students, faculty and staff. Mr. Bellarosa encouraged all those who could attend the presentation tomorrow evening to do so. Mr. Bellarosa also spoke on the topic of school security and communication. He reminded those in the audience that information on incidents that occur in the District will be relayed as soon as possible. He invited anyone who has questions to call Central Office for accurate information and not to rely on social media.
C. Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item. Ms. Serratore updated the Board and those in the audience on the Curriculum Council and their focus this year on professional development and the upcoming equity audit. She also provided information on the Today’s Students Tomorrow’s Teachers Program.
D. Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
Mr. Miller did not have a report this evening.
E. School Business Official
Mr. Conklin did not have a report this evening.
F. Enrollment – September 21, 2022
Following introduction of this Agenda item by Mr. Bond, Mr. Bellarosa provided a brief review of the current enrollment. The enrollment figures appear as an Agenda item on each Agenda from July through September; the Board will receive enrollment figures at the second Board meeting of the month throughout the remainder of the school year.
G. Presentation of End-of-Year Reports:
1. Food Service
2. Buildings & Grounds
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and invited Ms. Eleanore Mills, School Lunch Manager, to make her End-of-Year Food Service presentation.
Ms. Mills reviewed the school lunch program for the 2021-2022 school year. She noted that the National School Lunch Program provided student meals to at no cost last year, but this year they will be charged for meals. She described the challenges her department encountered last year during the pandemic such as staffing, procuring supplies and delivery. Related details were shared.
Mr. Bond then introduced Mr. Ryan Schmidt, Director of Facilities. Mr. Schmidt
reviewed his End-of-Year Report, highlighting the goals and accomplishments of the department over the course of the 2021-2022 school year. A photo presentation of the maintenance projects and Capital Project construction work was presented on the Promethean Board. Mr. Bond thanked Ms. Mills and Mr. Schmidt for their reports and extended his thanks to them and their staff for their hard work.
H. Community Participation
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item. Board members commented on events that they had participated in or attended recently, including the Powder Puff Game, Homecoming, sporting events and open houses.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no requests for public comment this evening:
OLD BUSINESS
A. Approval of Curricula:
1. High School Introduction to Education I
2. High School Introduction to Education II
3. K-5 Literacy
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and referenced the curricula listed above, which has been available in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction for review. He then called for a motion. Mrs. Terralavoro moved, Mrs. Samuelson seconded that the Board adopt the above listed curricula, as presented and attached. Voting YES: Unanimous [6:0]
NEW BUSINESS
A. Adoption of District School Safety Plan 2022-2023
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item, referenced the proposed District Safety Plan, and called for a motion.
Mrs. Messing moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board adopt the 2022-2023 District Safety Plan, as presented and attached. Voting YES: Unanimous [6:0]
B. Approval of Bid Recommendation:
HVAC Services – Joe Lombardo Plumbing & Heating of Rockland, Inc.
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item, referenced the memorandum from Mr. Conklin dated September 21, 2022, and called for a motion.
Mrs. Revoir moved, Mrs. Messing seconded that the Board award the bid for HVAC Services for the 2022-2023 school year to Joe Lombardo Plumbing & Heating of Rockland, Inc., as presented and attached. Voting YES: Unanimous [6:0]
C. Adoption of Resolution:
Reduction of Tax Assessment and Payment of Refunds Due to
Court Order and Judgment
1. Walden NY 1, LLC
2. PA Palladino, Inc.
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item, read the attached resolutions and called for a motion.
Ms. McKnight moved, Mrs. Terralavoro seconded that the Board approve the reduction of tax assessment and the payment of refunds due to court order and judgment for Walden NY 1, LLC and PA Palladino, Inc., as attached. Voting YES: Unanimous [6:0]
D. First Reading of:
1. Policy 4321 – Programs for Students with Disabilities Under the IDEA and
New York’s Education Law Article 89 (Revised)
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and read the portion of the policy that has been revised to comport with the new law requiring that districts create a procedure for notifying the parent or person in parental relation of a student with a disability on the same day a physical or mechanical restraint is applied on such student. This policy will be placed on the October 11th Board Agenda for a second reading and adoption.
E. Approval of Agreement between Valley Central School District
and J&D Ultracare
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and called for a motion.
Mrs. Terralavoro moved, Mrs. Samuelson seconded that the Board approve the
agreement between Valley Central School District and J&D Ultracare, as attached. Voting YES: Unanimous [6:0]
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. Bond noted the need for the Board to enter into Executive Session to discuss the potential employment of particular personnel. He called for a motion. Mrs. Terralavoro moved, Mrs. Revoir seconded that the Board convene in Executive Session at 7:10 p.m. Voting YES: Unanimous [6:0]
Mrs. Revoir moved, Mrs. Samuelson seconded that the Board come out of Executive Session at 8:12 p.m. Voting YES: Unanimous [6:0]
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Bond called for a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Mrs. Revoir moved, Mrs. Samuelson seconded that the meeting be adjourned. Voting YES: Unanimous [6:0]
Mr. Bond adjourned the meeting at 8:13 p.m.
September 12, 2022
A Public Hearing was held by the Board of Education and was called to order in the Administration Building at 5:34 p.m. by the President, Mr. Bond.
PRESENT: Mr. Bond, Ms. McKnight, Mrs. Messing, Mrs. Samuelson and Mrs. Terralavoro
ABSENT: Mrs. Revoir
Also Present: Mr. Bellarosa, Ms. Serratore (entered at approximately 6:10 p.m.), Mr. Miller, Mr. Conklin and Ms. McGoldrick
Also Absent: Media (THR/WVT)
WELCOME
This Hearing is being held pursuant to Section 2801-a of the Education Law of the State of New York for the purpose of reviewing the District’s Safety Plan. A copy of the Notice of Public Hearing is attached. The District Safety Plan has been posted on the District website, as required. Information on how to ask a question or make a statement about the plan.is posted on our website, as well.
Mr. Bond opened the Public Hearing and turned the floor over to Mr. John Solimando, the District’s Health and Safety Coordinator.
REVIEW OF 2022-2023 DISTRICT SAFETY PLAN
Mr. Solimando offered a brief presentation outlining the important information and components contained in the District’s Safety Plan. Mr. Solimando was thanked for his presentation. The 2022-2023 District Safety Plan will be presented to the Board of Education for approval at its September 27, 2022 regular meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no requests for Public Comment this evening.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. Bond noted the need for an Executive Session at this time and called for a motion. Ms. McKnight moved, Mrs. Terralavoro seconded that the Board convene to Executive Session at 5:42 p.m. to discuss the employment history of particular personnel.
Voting YES:
Unanimous [5:0]
Attorney Craig Olivo joined the Board virtually in Executive Session at approximately 6:15 p.m.; he left Executive Session at approximately 6:29 p.m.
VCTA President Pasquale Leo and VCAA President John Solimando were invited to join the Board in Executive Session at approximately 6:30p.m. They left Executive Session at approximately 6:42 p.m. Mrs. Samuelson moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board come out of Executive Session at 6:44 p.m.
Voting YES: Unanimous [5:0]
ADJOURNMENT
Mrs. Terralavoro moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Public Hearing be adjourned.
Voting YES: Unanimous [5:0]
Mr. Bond adjourned the Public Hearing at 6:44 p.m.
September 12, 2022
The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order in the Administration Building at 6:45 p.m. by President Joseph Bond
PRESENT: Mr. Bond, Ms. McKnight, Mrs. Messing, Mrs. Samuelson and Mrs. Terralavoro
ABSENT: Mrs. Revoir
Also Present: Mr. Bellarosa, Ms. Serratore, Mr. Miller, Mr. Conklin and Ms. McGoldrick
Also Absent: Media (THR/WVT)
PLEDGE TO FLAG
Mr. Bond made the regular announcements regarding emergency egress, no smoking, public comment, and livestreaming of the meeting. He made available a copy of the opening statement/ guidelines for public participation for those wishing to speak. He thanked Colin Maher from the Technology Department for livestreaming tonight’s meeting.
Mr. Bond asked that everyone remain standing following the Pledge for a moment of silence for Jim Coonan, who passed away on August 20, 2022. Mr. Coonan served as Superintendent of Schools from 1986-1992.
CORRESPONDENCE/COMMENDATIONS
Mr. Bond and Mr. Bellarosa reviewed the attached listing of correspondence,
commendations, and honorable mentions.
PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and called for a motion.
Mrs. Messing moved, Mrs. Samuelson seconded that the following Consent Agenda be approved, as listed and/or attached:
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
A. Regular Meeting Minutes dated 8/22/22
B. Special Meeting Minutes dated 8/26/22
RECOMMENDATIONS OF CSE/CPSE FOR APPROVAL
A. Approval of Anticipated Overnight Trip Requests:
Athletic Invitational Contests and Events
B. Approval of Overnight Trip Request:
Valley Central High School Sophomore Class
C. Acceptance of Donation:
1. Valley Central High School – Bags
Kal Pac Corporation
D. Declaration of Obsolete Equipment:
Piano – Berea Elementary School
SUPERINTENDENT’S RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Acceptance of Resignations:
Noninstructional
Jennifer Miller, Typist, Valley Central School District, effective September 1, 2022
Dana Robb, Food Service Helper, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective
August 31, 2022
Kim Allard, Paraprofessional, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective August 31, 2022
Jamie Brown, Paraprofessional (1:1), p/t, Berea Elementary School, effective August 31, 2022
Lizette Luciano, Paraprofessional (1:1), p/t, Berea Elementary School, effective August 31, 2022
B. Approval of Leaves of Absence:
Instructional
Devin Senning, Physical Education Teacher, Alternative Learning Center, for medical purposes, effective September 1, 2022 through September 21, 2022
Maryellen James, Special Education Teacher, Valley Central Middle School, for childcare purposes, effective on or about January 12, 2023 through April 28, 2023
C. Approval of Appointments:
Instructional
Substitute Teachers, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year – See Attached Listing
AIS Morning Program Staff, p/t, Walden Elementary School, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year – See Attached Listing
Daryl Nelsen, Biliteracy Seal Coordinator, p/t, Valley Central High School, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year
Check and Connect Mentors, p/t, Valley Central High School, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year – See Attached Listing
Evening High School Staff, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year – See Attached Listing
After School Tutors, p/t, Valley Central High School, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year – See Attached Listing
Gradpoint Teaching Staff, p/t, Valley Central High School, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year – See Attached Listing
After School Social and Emotional Mentors, p/t, Valley Central High School,
effective 2022 – 2023 School Year
Jennifer Higgins, certified in Pre-K, Kindergarten and Grades 1-6 and Special
Education, appointed to a three-year probationary period in the Elementary Education tenure area, commencing September 13, 2022 and ending September 13, 2025*
*To the extent applicable under Education Law Section 3012-d and the accompanying Commissioner’s Regulation, in order to be considered for tenure, teachers and principals appointed to a four-year probationary period must have received an APPR rating of effective or highly effective in three of the four probationary years and must not receive an ineffective
in the fourth year.
Noninstructional
Susan Hoekstra, Food Service Helper, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective September 13, 2022
Jeanette LaRosa, Food Service Helper, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective September 13, 2022
Samantha Burns, Occupational Therapist, Valley Central School District, effective September 23, 2022
Kathryn Kaknis, Occupational Therapist, Valley Central School District, effective September 23, 2022
Kelvin Rojas, Custodial Worker, Valley Central School District, effective September 13, 2022
Lorraine Estevez, Paraprofessional, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective
September 1, 2022
Mayra Lopez, Paraprofessional, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective September 13, 2022
Michael Bertone, Paraprofessional (School Monitor), p/t, Valley Central Middle School, effective September 13, 2022
Kim Allard, Paraprofessional (1:1), p/t, Berea Elementary School, effective
September 1, 2022
Jamie Brown, Paraprofessional, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective
September 1, 2022
Lizette Luciano, Paraprofessional, p/t, Valley Central School District, effective
September 1, 2022
Alexa Price, Paraprofessional, (1:2), p/t, Berea Elementary School, effective
September 13, 2022
Sarah DiMaggio, Paraprofessional (1:1), p/t, Berea Elementary School, effective
September 13, 2022
Gidget Pangelinan, Paraprofessional (1:1), p/t, Berea Elementary School, effective September 28, 2022
Heidi Lang, Paraprofessional (1:1), p/t, Walden Elementary School, effective
September 13, 2022
Substitute Paraprofessionals/Food Service Helpers, p/t, Valley Central School
District, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year – See Attached Listing
Extracurricular
Advisors, p/t, Valley Central High School, Valley Central Middle School, Walden
Elementary School and East Coldenham Elementary School, effective 2022 – 2023 School Year – See Attached Listings
Cocurricular
Fall 2022 Coaching and Non-Paid Coaching Assignments, p/t, Valley Central School District – See Attached Listing
Voting YES: Unanimous [5:0]
REPORTS
A. Interim Superintendent of Schools
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item. Mr. Bellarosa commented on the start of the school year and expressed his thanks to all those who worked so hard over the summer to be ready for the opening of the new school year. He also spoke about the increased security measures put in place for this school year.
B. Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum Instruction
Following introduction of this Agenda item by Mr. Bond, Ms. Serratore spoke about the District’s ongoing work in the area of diversity, equity and inclusion; instructional technology support through Orange-Ulster BOCES; and the extracurricular clubs offered in the schools.
C. Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item. Mr. Miller reported on the new teacher
induction program held on August 23rd and thanked those who presented. He also provided information on the compliance trainings that all employees take annually at the beginning of the school year.
D. School Business Official
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item. Mr. Conklin and Mr. Devine from The
Palumbo Group updated the Board and those in the audience on the Capital Project. Mr. Conklin also shared that the HVAC bid opening will be held on September 20th and the recommendation will be presented to the Board for consideration at the September 27th Board meeting.
E. Enrollment Report – September 7, 2022
Mr. Bond introduced this agenda item. Mr. Conklin reviewed the opening enrollment figures from September 7th (copy attached). Enrollment and class sizes will continue to be closely monitored. The enrollment figures appear as an Agenda item on each Agenda from July through September; the Board will receive enrollment updates throughout the school year.
F. OCSBA Delegates’ Meeting – September 7, 2022
Following introduction of this Agenda item, Mrs. Messing shared highlights of the meeting, including information on the upcoming NYSSBA Convention; the Orange-Ulster BOCES proposed Capital Project; and the OCSBA Delegates’ roundtable discussion on the start of the school year. Mrs. Messing noted that Regent Francis Wills was the guest speaker at the meeting and provided an update on the Board of Regents’ priorities.
G. Community Participation
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and invited the Board members to share what events they had recently attended or participated in within the District and community. Board members commented on the students return to classes, the ALC Welcome Back Barbecue, athletic events, open houses at the schools, the Valley Central Education Foundation’s upcoming Sow the Seed/Reap the Dream event, and the General Montgomery Day Parade.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Following introduction of this Agenda item, Mr. Bond called on one person who requested time to speak: Julie Partington – Communication
OLD BUSINESS
A. Approval of Curricula:
1. High School Woods 2: Advanced Woodworking
2. High School Advanced Ceramics
3. K-5 STEAM
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item, referenced the curricula listed above, which has been available in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction for review, and called for a motion.
Mrs. Terralavoro moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board adopt the above listed curricula, as presented and attached. Voting YES: Unanimous [5:0]
B. Second and Final Reading of:
1. Regulation 2370-R – Public Comment at Board Meetings (Revised)
This agenda item was pulled from consideration this evening.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Adoption of Resolutions:
1. Authorize Execution and Delivery of Joint Intermunicipal Agreement
with Orange-Ulster BOCES Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item, read the resolution, and called for a motion. Mrs. Samuelson moved, Mrs. Messing seconded that the Board adopt the resolution authorizing the execution and delivery of a joint intermunicipal agreement with Orange-Ulster
BOCES, as presented and attached. Voting YES: Unanimous [5:0]
2. Enter into Municipal Joint Agreement with Orange-Ulster BOCES
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item, read the resolution, and called for a motion. Mrs. Messing moved, Mrs. Terralavoro seconded that the Board adopt the resolution to enter a joint intermunicipal agreement with Orange-Ulster BOCES, as presented and attached.
Voting YES: Unanimous [5:0]
B. Review of Curricula:
1. High School Introduction to Education I
2. High School Introduction to Education II
3. K-5 Literacy
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and noted that this curricula is available in the Office of Curriculum & Instruction for review by the Board members. It will be placed on the September 27, 2022 Board Agenda for consideration.
C. Approval of Charters:
1. Nature Journaling Club – Montgomery Elementary School
2. Chess Club – Walden Elementary School
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item, referenced the club charters provided to the Board members, and called for motions. Mrs. Messing moved, Mrs. Samuelson seconded that the Board adopt Montgomery Elementary School’s Nature Journaling Club Charter, as attached.
Voting YES: Unanimous
[5:0]
Mrs. Messing moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board adopt Walden
Elementary School’s Chess Club Charter, as attached. Voting YES: Unanimous [5:0]
D. Adoption of Resolutions:
Reduction of Tax Assessment and Payment of Refunds Due to
Court Order and Judgment
1. Penske Truck Leasing
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and called for a motion.
Mrs. Messing moved, Mrs. Samuelson seconded that the Board approve the reduction of tax assessment and the payment of refunds due to court order and judgment, as listed and attached. Voting YES: Unanimous [5:0]
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Bond called for a motion to adjourn the meeting. Ms. McKnight moved, Mrs. Terralavoro seconded that the meeting be adjourned.
Voting YES: Unanimous [5:0]
Mr. Bond adjourned the meeting at 7:17 p.m.