March 18, 2024
Draft
The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order in the Administration Building at 7:26 p.m. by President Joseph Bond.
PRESENT: Mr. Bond, Ms. McKnight, Mrs. Messing, Mrs. Fox-Pizzonia, Mrs. Revoir, Mrs. Samuelson and Mrs. Terralavoro
ABSENT: None
Also Present: Ms. Avila, Mrs. Mojica, Mr. Miller, Mr. Conklin, Ms. McGoldrick,
Student Representatives Lilly Elliosn, Elizabeth Zefi and Dylan Nasser,
and approximately fifty faculty, staff, students and community members in
the audience
Also Absent: Media (THR/WVT)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. Bond called for a motion to convene in Executive Session.to discuss the employment history of particular personnel and pending litigation.
Mrs. Messing moved, Mrs. Samuelson seconded that the Board convene in Executive Session at 5:02 p.m. Voting YES: Unanimous [4:0]
Mr. Conklin, District Treasurer Jacqueline Calarco and Attorney Daniel Petigrow joined the Board in Executive Session at 5:02 p.m.
Mrs. Terralavoro entered Executive Session at 5:04 p.m.; Mrs. Fox-Pizzonia entered at 5:10 p.m.; and Ms. McKnight entered at 5:20 p.m. Mrs. Calarco exited Executive Session at 5:20 p.m.
Director of Technology Christopher Mohr and Ms. Mojica entered Executive Session at 5:22 p.m. and exited at 5:46 p.m.
Mr. Conklin and Attorney Petigrow exited Executive Session at 5:46 p.m.
Upon consensus of the Board, Executive Session was recessed at 6:30 p.m. to allow for the Montgomery Elementary School Student Presentation.
STUDENT PRESENTATION
Montgomery Elementary School
Third grade teachers Mrs. Antonelli and Mrs. Carter presented a PowerPoint on their students’ animal research project, outlining the writing process and student expectations. Each student then read their writing piece to a Board member or Central Office Administrator. The following students took part in the presentation this evening:
Camila Rodriguez
Stella Baringer
Nate Mitchell
Isabella Respass
Richard Protsko
Rowan Ewald
Thomas Lucas
Avery Hoyt
Colton Duschaneck
Sophia Medina
Adalyn Guarino
Phoenix Kiszka
The students and their teachers were offered a round of applause. They left the meeting at this time.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Following the student presentation, the Board reentered Executive Session at 6:50 p.m. Mr. Miller entered Executive Session at 6:50 p.m.
Attorney Alyson Mathews joined Executive Session via phone conference at 6:50 p.m. Mr. Miller exited Executive Session at 6:54 p.m.
Mr. Conklin entered Executive Session at 6:55 p.m.
Attorney Mathews ended the phone conference at 7:15 p.m.
Mr. Conklin exited Executive Session at 7:16 p.m.
Mrs. Messing moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board come out of Executive Session at 7:22 p.m. Voting YES: Unanimous [7:0]
PLEDGE TO FLAG
Mr. Bond made the regular announcements regarding emergency egress, no smoking, public participation, and video recording of the meeting. He made available a copy of the opening statement/ guidelines for public comment for those wishing to speak this evening.
Due to the late start of the meeting, Mr. Bond invited the Student Representatives to present their report at this point in the evening.
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES
Student Representatives Lilly Elliosn, Elizabeth Zefi and Dylan Nasser reported on events and activities at the High School, including Black History Month celebrations, extracurricular club events, the spring parent teacher conferences, and the Business and Marketing Honor Society Induction Ceremony.
CORRESPONDENCE/COMMENDATIONS
Mr. Bond and Ms. Avila reviewed the attached correspondence and commendations.
PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item, referenced the Addendum Agenda, and called for a motion.
Mrs. Fox-Pizzonia moved, Mrs. Revoir seconded that the following Consent Agenda be approved, as listed, amended, and/or attached:
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
A. Regular Board Meeting Minutes dated 3/4/24
FINANCIAL REPORT
A. Acceptance of Treasurer’s Report for February
B. Acceptance of Expenditure Budget Status Report for February
C. Acceptance of Revenue Budget Status Report for February
D. Acceptance of Record of Claims for February
E. Acceptance of Extraclassroom Report for February
F. Acceptance of Cafeteria Report for February
G. Acceptance of Investment Report for February
H. Acceptance of Budget Transfer Report for February
I. Acceptance of Internal Claims Auditor Report for January
J. Acceptance of Internal Claims Auditor Report for February
RECOMMENDATIONS OF CSE/CPSE
FOR APPROVAL
A. Approval of Side Agreement between Valley Central School District
and the Valley Central Nutritional Staff Association
B. Approval of District Facilities Five-Year Plan
C. Acceptance of Donation:
Valley Central Middle School – Gemeinhardt Flute
Alison Roper – Community Member
D. Overnight Trip Request:
Montgomery Elementary School – Odyssey of the Mind
E. Adoption of Resolution:
Appointment of Hearing Officer and Suspension of Employee 2024-1
F. Acceptance of Donation: 1000 Pound Club Display Board-VC Viking Booster Club [Addendum Agenda}
SUPERINTENDENT’S RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Acceptance of Resignations:
Noninstructional
Name Position/Building Effective Date
1. Brenda Melendez 1:1 Paraprofessional/BES March 18, 2024
2. Diane Kirk Paraprofessional/MS March 18, 2024
3. Odelia Pacheco-Abreu Food Service Helper/HS March 18, 2024
4. Shane Perrello Grounds Worker/B&G March 8, 2024
5. Patricia Duffy Typist/HS March 4, 2024
6. Richard Post, Jr. Custodial Worker/HS July 29, 2024
(Correction from 1/22/24 Board Agenda)
B. Approval of Leave of Absence:
Name Position/Building Effective Date
1. Dena McGuiness Paraprofessional (School Monitor)/MS Intermittent Leave/March 1, 2024 thru TBD
C. Approval of Appointments:
Instructional Annual Appointments
Name Position/Building Schedule/Step Effective Dates
1. Kelly Green Certified Substitute Teacher/District $115.00 per day 2023 – 2024 School Year
2. Mason Davis Non-Certified Substitute Teachers/ District $110.00 per day 2023 – 2024 School Year
3. Amanda Healy Non-Certified Substitute Teachers/ District $110.00 per day 2023 – 2024 School Year
Noninstructional
Name Position/Building Schedule/Step Effective Dates
1. Wendi Bean
(New Position) Registered Nurse/District Elementary RN MA/Step 3 April 8, 2024
2. Juan Arevalo Santamaria
(Resignation Rep.) Food Service Helper/HS Nutritional (FSH)/ Step 5 March 19, 2024
3. Odelia Pacheco-Abreu
(Transfer Rep.) Paraprofessional/HS SRP(Para)/Step 4 March 19, 2024
4. Deanna Wild
(Resignation Rep.) Food Service Helper/MS Nutritional (FSH)/ Step 2 March 19, 2024
5. Brenda Melendez
(Resignation Rep.) Paraprofessional/MS SRP(Para)/Step 3 March 19, 2024
6. Diane Kirk
(Resignation Rep.) 1:2 Paraprofessional/ HCS SRP (Para)/Step 3 March 19, 2024
7. Shari Diaz
(Resignation Rep.) Custodial Worker/BES CSEA (Custodial Worker)/Step 1 March 19, 2024
Noninstructional Annual Appointments
Name Position/Building Schedule/Step Effective Dates
1. Nancy Brucato Substitute Food Service Helper/District $15.30 per hour 2023 – 2024 School Year
2. Zachary Addington Substitute Custodial Worker/District $15.00 per hour 2023 – 2024 School Year
Cocurricular Appointments
Name Position/Building Schedule/Step Effective Dates
1. Andrew Maher Events Personnel/Athletic Department $60.00 per event/Home $70.00 per event/Away 2023 – 2024 School Year
2. Hussain Hasan Events Personnel/ Athletic Department $60.00 per event/Home $70.00 per event/Away 2023 – 2024 School Year
3. Ibrahim Hassou Events Personnel/Athletic Department $60.00 per event/Home $70.00 per event/Away 2023 – 2024 School Year
4. Steven Altman Non-Paid Baseball Coach/Athletic Department N/A Spring 2024
5. Gianna Delcastello Student Lifeguard/Athletic Department $15.00 per hour 2023 – 2024 School Year
REPORTS
A. Student Representatives
The Student Representatives presented their report earlier this evening.
B. Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Avila shared remarks on the spring parent/teacher conferences, the Board’s academic site visits at the schools, the parent meeting at the High School on March 6th, the High School/Middle School Pops Concert, the PTA Council Founders Night recognizing community members Ronald and Anita Feller, the VC21 meeting on March 13th, and the High School Drama Club Performance of Grease.
C. Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction
Ms. Mojica shared on update on the selection of a literacy pilot for next year and the district’s work on the Multi-Tier Support System Program.
D. Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
Mr. Miller spoke about the work of the Recruitment Committee. He also noted that the District’s celebration of this year’s retirees, 25 year employees, and tenure recipients will take place at Berea Elementary School on June 10th, prior to the Board of Education meeting.
E. School Business Official
Mr. Conklin shared that there are two vacancies on the District’s Audit Committee. Anyone who is interested can send a letter of interest to Brad Conklin or the District Clerk, Ellen McGoldrick.
F. OCSBA Delegates Meeting – March 6, 2024 Mrs. Messing shared that the meeting topic was student mental health and wellbeing.
She also noted that she and other OCSBA Delegates met virtually with State Senator Skoufis recently to discuss the State budget.
G. Health & Safety Committee – March 12, 2024
Ms. McKnight spoke about the topics discussed at the Committee meeting, including items funded by the Smart Schools grant and improving communication efforts regarding safety matters.
H. Technology Planning Committee – March 14, 2024
Mrs. Samuelson shared that the Committee discussed the status of Smart Schools, plans to review District policies related to technology, and received a demonstration of A1 tools.
I. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee – March 14, 2024
Mrs. Fox-Pizzonia, the Board liaison to the DEI Committee, was unable to attend this Committee meeting. Ms. Avila offered a summary of the meeting earlier in the meeting.
J. Community Participation
Following introduction of this Agenda item, Board members commented on recent events that they had participated in or attended, including academic site visits at the schools, the PTA Council’s Founders Night Celebration, a Walden Building Committee meeting, the Business & Marketing Honor Society Induction, the VC21 meeting at Walden Elementary School, the Mock
Trials Competition, and the High School Drama Production of Grease.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no requests for public comment this evening.
OLD BUSINESS
A. 2024-2025 Budget Presentation:
Superintendent’s Proposed Budget
Mr. Conklin offered a PowerPoint presentation of the three-part budget, which is comprised of the capital, administrative and program components. The recommended 2024 –2025 budget is $129,300,000, which is a 2.74% budget to budget increase, and the proposed tax levy is 2.99%.
Mr. Conklin then reviewed the source of funds for the budget, including the tax levy, anticipated state aid, appropriated fund balance and transfer from debt service.
The 2024-2025 budget will be presented at the April 15, 2024 Board meeting for adoption.
B. Capital Project 2024 Presentation
Following introduction of this Agenda item by Mr. Bond, Tom Ritzenthaler from CSArch and Jason Schwartz from BPD Financial Advisors reviewed the proposed Capital Project, including the scope of the work to be done and the financial impact. Mr. Conklin noted this Capital Project will have a 0% increase in taxes.
C. Second and Final Reading of:
1. Policy 4327 – Homebound Instruction (New)
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item, referenced the proposed policy provided to the Board, and called for a motion. Mrs. Messing moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board adopt the above listed
policy, as presented and attached. Voting YES: Unanimous [7:0]
NEW BUSINESS
A. Adoption of Resolution:
Capital Project as a Type II Action under SEQRA
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item, referenced the resolution presented to the Board, and called for a motion.
Ms. McKnight moved, Mrs. Fox-Pizzonia seconded that the Board adopt the resolution declaring the Capital Project as a SEQRA Type II Action. Voting YES: Unanimous [7:0]
B. Adoption of Resolution:
Special Proposition for Capital Project
Following introduction of this Agenda item by Mr. Bond, Mr. Conklin read the resolution presented to the Board.
Mrs. Fox-Pizzonia moved, Mr. Bond seconded that the resolution authorizing the special proposition for the Capital Project be adopted, as presented and as attached. Voting YES: Unanimous [7:0]
C. Establishment of 2024 Annual Meeting Procedures
1. Annual District Election and Budget Vote and Public Hearing Resolution
2. Appointment of Permanent Chairperson, Assistant Clerk and
Inspectors of Election Resolution Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item. Mr. Conklin, Deputy District Clerk, noted roll call votes are required for each resolution.
Mr. Conklin referenced the first resolution establishing the District Election, Budget Vote and Public Hearing.
Mr. Bond moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board adopt the Valley Central School District Annual District Election and Budget Vote and Public Hearing Resolution, as attached. A roll call vote showed:
Mr. Bond VOTING YES
Ms. McKnight VOTING YES
Mrs. Messing VOTING YES
Mrs. Fox-Pizzonia VOTING YES
Mrs. Revoir VOTING YES
Mrs. Terralavoro VOTING YES
Ms. Samuelson VOTING YES
The motion was declared duly adopted [7:0].
Mr. Conklin referenced the second resolution appointing the Permanent Chairperson, Inspectors of Election and Assistant Clerk, and called for a motion. Mrs. Samuelson moved, Mrs. Revoir seconded that the Board adopt the Resolution for Appointment of Permanent Chairpersons, Inspectors of Election, and Assistant Clerk, as attached. A roll call vote showed:
Mr. Bond VOTING YES
Ms. McKnight VOTING YES
Mrs. Messing VOTING YES
Mrs. Fox-Pizzonia VOTING YES
Mrs. Revoir VOTING YES
Mrs. Terralavoro VOTING YES
Ms. Samuelson VOTING YES
The motion was declared duly adopted [7:0].
D. Adoption of BOCES Cooperative Purchasing Resolution
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and called for a motion. Mrs. Terralavoro
moved, Mrs. Samuelson seconded that the Board adopt the resolution authorizing the District’s participation in the Orange-Ulster BOCES Cooperative Bid for supplies and services for the 2024-2025 school year, as presented and attached. Voting: YES: Unanimous [7:0]
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Bond called for a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Ms. McKnight moved, Mrs. Messing seconded that the meeting be adjourned. Voting YES: Unanimous [7:0]
Mr. Bond adjourned the meeting at approximately 8:20 p.m.
March 4, 2024
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. Fox- Pizzonia, Mrs. Revoir, Mrs. Samuelson and Mrs. Terralavoro
ABSENT: None
Also Present: Mrs. Mojica, Mr. Miller, Mr. Conklin, Ms. McGoldrick, Student
Representatives Ms. Ellison, Ms. Zefi, and Mr. Nasser, and approximately
twenty-five faculty, staff, students, and community members in the
audience.
Also Absent: Ms. Avila, Media (THR/WVT)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. Bond called for a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss the employment history of particular personnel, student matters, and contract negotiations.
Mrs. Messing moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board convene in Executive Session at 6:00 p.m. Voting YES: Unanimous [7:0]
Mrs. Messing moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board come out of Executive Session at 6:44 p.m. Voting YES: Unanimous [7:0]
PLEDGE TO FLAG
Mr. Bond made the regular announcements regarding emergency egress, no smoking, public comment, and video recording of the meeting. He made available a copy of the opening statement/ guidelines for public comment for those wishing to speak this evening.
Mr. Bond also noted that there is an Addendum to this evening’s Agenda (attached).
MOMENT OF SILENCE
Following the Pledge, Mr. Bond called for a moment of silence in remembrance of Kelly Napoleon, who passed away on February 26th. Kelly was a Valley Central High School graduate and taught World Languages in the District for the past 24 years.
CORRESPONDENCE/COMMENDATIONS
Mr. Bond and Mr. Conklin reviewed the attached correspondence and commendations.
OTHER
Mr. Bond noted that there will be a meeting for the parents of High School students on Wednesday, March 6th at 6:30 p.m. in the High School Auditorium to review the findings from the investigation of incidents on February 9th. A notice has been posted on the District website.
PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and called for a motion. Mrs. Terralavoro moved, Mrs. Fox-Pizzonia seconded that the following Consent Agenda
be approved, as listed, amended and/or attached:
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
A. Regular Board Meeting Minutes dated 2/14/24
FINANCIAL REPORTS
A. Acceptance of Treasurer’s Report for January
B. Acceptance of Expenditure Budget Status Report for January
C. Acceptance of Revenue Budget Status Report for January
D. Acceptance of Record of Claims for January
E. Acceptance of Extraclassroom Report for January
F. Acceptance of Cafeteria Report for January
G. Acceptance of Investment Report for January
H. Acceptance of Budget Transfer Report for January
RECOMMENDATIONS OF CSE/CPSE
FOR APPROVAL
A. Acceptance of Donations:
1. Valley Central School District – Monetary Donation
VFW Post 2064, Maybrook
2. Valley Central School District – Computer Equipment
New York State Court of Appeals
B. Approval of Agreement between Valley Central School District
and the Valley Central Teachers Association
C. Waiver of Potential Conflict of Interest:
Thomas, Drohan, Waxman, Petigrow & Mayle, LLP [Addendum]
SUPERINTENDENT’S RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Acceptance of Resignations:
Administrative
Name/Position/Building Effective Date
1. William Miller (Retirement)/ Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources/ Central Office/ June 30, 2024
2. John Solimando (Retirement)/ Elementary School Principal/ Berea Elementary School/ June 30, 2024
3. Jane Malley (Retirement)/ Elementary School Assistant Principal/ Montgomery Elementary School/ June 30, 2024
Noninstructional
Name/Position/Building/ Effective Date
1. Marie Scott (Retirement)/ Personnel Assistant/ CO/ June 30, 2024
B. Approval of Leave of Absence:
Noninstructional
Name/ Position/Building Effective Date
1. Yahaira Diaz (Extension of Childcare Leave)/ Paraprofessional/MS/ February 26, 2024 – June 30, 2024
C. Approval of Appointments:
Instructional – Annual Appointments
Name/Position/Building Schedule/Step/Effective Date
1. Stephanie Signorella/Home Tutor/District/ $48.00 per hour/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
2. Russell Gulamerian/Non-Certified Substitute Teachers/District/ $110.00 per day/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
3. Mariann Mandeville/Non-Certified Substitute Teachers/District/ $110.00 per day/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
4. Thomas Monahan/Non-Certified Substitute Teachers/District/ $110.00 per day/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
5. Wendi Morrissey/Non-Certified Substitute Teachers/District/ $110.00 per day/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
6. Tiffany Nye/Non-Certified Substitute Teachers/District/ $110.00 per day/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
7. Stephanie Signorella/Non-Certified Substitute Teachers/District/ $110.00 per day/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
8. Robin Sinclair-Scott/Before/After School Literacy Program/BES/ $50.00 per hour + 25% prep/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
9. Stephanie Hernandez/(Replacement) World Language Department Chair/MS/ Cat. D/Step 3/ March 5, 2024 – June 30, 2024
Noninstructional
Name/ Position/Building Schedule/Step/ Effective Dates
1. Susan Shuttleton/ (IEP Mandate) 1:1 Paraprofessional/EC/ SRP (Para)/Step 5/ March 5, 2024
2. Erin Schweizer /(Resignation Rep.) Paraprofessional/EC/ SRP (Para)/Step 2/ March 5, 2024
Noninstructional – Annual Appointments
Name/ Position/Building Schedule/Step/ Effective Dates
1. Russell Gulamerian/ Substitute Paraprofessionals/ District/ $15.00 per hour/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
2. Amanda Hadden/ Substitute Paraprofessionals/ District /$15.00 per hour/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
3. Stephanie Signorella/ Substitute Paraprofessionals/ District/ $15.00 per hour/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
4. Laura Miressi-Fanizzi/ Substitute Paraprofessionals/ District/ $15.00 per hour /2023 – 2024 School Year
5. Bridget Lenane/ Substitute Registered Nurse/ District/ $150.00 per day/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
Extracurricular Appointments
Name/ Position/Building Schedule/Step/ Effective Dates
1. Mary Rodriguez Math Club Co-Advisor/WES/ Cat. F/Step 2/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
2. Andrea deCastro/ (Change From Being Sole Advisor) Math Club
Co-Advisor/WES/ Cat. F/Step 3/ 2023 – 2024 School Year
Cocurricular Appointments
Name/ Position/Building Schedule/Step/ Effective Dates
1. Matthew Lennon/ Boys Varsity Baseball Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 3/ Spring 2024 Season
2. Jordan Robles/ Boys Asst. Varsity Baseball Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 7/ Spring 2024 Season
3. Andrew LaVallie/ Boys Jr. Varsity Baseball Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 2/ Spring 2024 Season
4. Paul Sontag/ Modified Baseball Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 3/ Spring 2024 Season
5. Katie Farrugia/ Girls Varsity Softball Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 8/ Spring 2024 Season
6. James Gould/ Girls Asst. Varsity Softball Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 8/ Spring 2024 Season
7. Nicole Fuoco/ Girls Jr. Varsity Softball Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 3/ Spring 2024 Season
8. Robert Leonard/ Modified Softball Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 8/ Spring 2024 Season
9. William Michella/ Non-Paid Girls Softball Coach/Athletics N/A/ Spring 2024 Season
10. Sonny Davoren/ Non-Paid Girls Softball Coach/Athletics N/A/ Spring 2024 Season
11. Paul Berkowitz/ Boys Varsity Tennis Coach/Athletics Cat. III/Step 8/ Spring 2024 Season
12. Kayleigh Guercio/ Boys Jr. Varsity Tennis Coach/Athletics Cat. III/Step 7/ Spring 2024 Season
13. Allison Borriello/ Girls Varsity Track Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 8/ Spring 2024 Season
14. Stephen Smith/ Girls Asst. Varsity Track Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 4/ Spring 2024 Season
15. Patrick Kemp/ Boys Varsity Track Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 8/ Spring 2024 Season
16. Brendan Sutta/ Boys Asst. Varsity Track Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 4/ Spring 2024 Season
17. George McLoughlin/ Modified Track Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 3/ Spring 2024 Season
18. Michael Artusa/ Modified Track Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 1/ Spring 2024 Season
19. Brittany Savage/ Modified Track Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 1/ Spring 2024 Season
20. Amy McCann/ Non-Paid Track Coach/Athletics N/A/ Spring 2024 Season
21. Mason Davis/ Non-Paid Track Coach/Athletics N/A/ Spring 2024 Season
22. Adam Sontag/ Boys Varsity Golf Coach/Athletics Cat. III/Step 5/ Spring 2024 Season
23. Glenn Taylor/ Girls Varsity Golf Coach/Athletics Cat. III/Step 2/ Spring 2024 Season
24. Thomas Stoddard/ Boys Varsity Lacrosse Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 8/ Spring 2024 Season
25. Robert Satriano/ Boys Jr. Varsity Lacrosse Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 1/ Spring 2024 Season
26. Theron Adkins/ Boys Modified Lacrosse Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 1/ Spring 2024 Season
27. Joseph Kinsley/ Non-Paid Boys & Girls Lacrosse Coach/Athletics N/A/ Spring 2024 Season
28. Barney Zipkin/ Non-Paid Lacrosse Coach/Athletics N/A/ Spring 2024/ Season
29. Brooke Axelson/ Girls Varsity Lacrosse Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 8 Spring 2024 Season
30. Jennifer Kinsley/ Girls Asst. Varsity Lacrosse Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 7/ Spring 2024 Season
31. Haliann Fitzgerald/ Girls Jr. Varsity Lacrosse Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 3/ Spring 2024 Season
32. Courtney Cunningham/ Modified Lacrosse Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 1/ Spring 2024 Season
33. Isaiah Wilson/ Girls Varsity Flag Football Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 2/ Spring 2024 Season
34. Jason Saffon/ Girls Asst. Varsity Flag Football Coach/Athletics Cat. II/Step 2/ Spring 2024 Season
35. Chanel Deans/ Unified Basketball Coach/Athletics Cat. IV/Step 1/ Spring 2024 Season
36. Michael Kelly/ Varsity Strength Coach/Athletics Cat. IV/Step 1/ Spring 2024 Season
REPORTS
A. Student Representatives
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and invited the Student Representatives to present
their report. The representatives reported on events at the High School including Senior Week
activities, athletic championships, social events, extracurricular club activities, the upcoming
Harlem Wizards vs. Vikings basketball game, and plans for the drama production Grease in
March.
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B. Superintendent of Schools
Following introduction of this Agenda item, Mr. Bond shared that the Superintendent is currently out of the District attending a conference and Mr. Conklin will be presenting her report this evening. Mr. Conklin reported on the parent teacher conferences scheduled for this week, the District’s strategic plan, and recent events that Ms. Avila attended, including the boys and
girls basketball games.
C. Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item. Mrs. Mojica provided an update on the work in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction, including preparation for selecting a literacy program for next year; the teacher mentoring program; the Professional Development Committee meeting; the upcoming MTTS Committee meeting scheduled for this week; and the VC21 meeting scheduled for March 13th at Montgomery Elementary School. She also shared that before/after school literacy programs, which are funded through a grant, are available for students in grades 3-8.
D. Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
E. School Business Official
Mr. Miller and Mr. Conklin did not have reports this evening.
F. Director of Pupil Personnel & Special Programs – Mara Costagliola
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item. Ms. Costagliola provided an overview of the work in her department, which includes related service providers, nurses, attendance teachers/ homeless liaison, the summer extended year program, homebound students, homeschooled students, as well as the Alternative Learning Program.
G. Director of Safety & Emergency Preparedness – Stephen Ragni
Following introduction of this Agenda item, Mr. Ragni updated the Board and those in the audience on the safety and security measures now in place throughout the District and spoke about plans for additional security enhancements in the next school year.
H. Social Emotional Support Specialist – Nancy Fitzsimmons
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item. Mrs. Fitzsimmons spoke about her work to support students with behavioral and emotional concerns by using strategies such as conflict resolution, conducting home visits to provide family engagement and support, restorative groups and mediation, and assisting students with life skills.
I. Director of APPR, Data/Testing & UPK – Tammy Coleman
Following introduction of this Agenda item, Ms. Coleman provided an overview of her work, which includes reporting evaluations for all teaching and administrative staff; overseeing student testing and data reporting; coordinating the District’s Universal Pre-K Program; serving
as the District’s Data protection Officer; and managing the student management system.
J. Office of Curriculum & Instruction – Ivelisse Mojica
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item. Mrs. Mojica presented highlights of current instructional programs and staff professional development initiatives and reviewed plans for the 2024-2025 school year.
K. Community Participation
Following introduction of this Agenda item, Board members commented on recent events that they had participated in or attended, including a Valley Central Education Foundation meeting, athletic championship games, an acapella competition, and a meeting with Congressman Pat Ryan to discuss educational advocacy.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no requests for Public Comment this evening.
OLD BUSINESS
A. 2024-2025 Budget Presentation
Following introduction of this Agenda item, Mr. Conklin offered an overview of the budget areas of special education, BOCES, athletics, operations and maintenance, safety and security, transportation, fund balance and anticipated revenues, and the proposed capital project
plans. He noted that the Superintendent’s proposed 2024-2025 budget will be presented at the March 18th meeting and will provide greater detail as we get more information on items such as state aid, special education costs, insurance rates, and anticipated revenues.
Mr. Conklin encouraged those in the audience to review the budget presentations posted on the District website and to call with any questions or concerns regarding the proposed budget or capital project.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Adoption of 2024-2025 Student Calendar
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and called for a motion.
Mrs. Revoir moved, Mrs. Messing seconded that the Board adopt the 2024-2025 student calendar, as presented and attached. Voting: YES: Unanimous [7:0]
B. Review of 2024 Petitions for Board Candidates’ Seats
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item. Mr. Conklin reviewed the Board of Education election process for those in the audience and noted that nomination packets are available in the
District Clerk’s office for those wishing to pick up a petition.
C. Adoption of Resolution:
Reduction of Tax Assessment and Payment of Refunds Due to
Court Order and Judgment:
ShopRite Supermarkets, Inc.
Mr. Bond introduced this Agenda item and called for a motion.
Mrs. Messing moved, Ms. McKnight 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 [7:0]
D. First Reading of:
1. Policy 4327 – Homebound Instruction (New)
Following introduction of this Agenda item, Mr. Bond read the proposed Policy 4327 – Homebound Instruction (attached). This policy will be presented at the March 18th meeting for a second and final reading.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. Bond noted the need for the Board to convene in Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter. He shared that no action will be taken after Executive Session and the meeting will be adjourned.
Mrs. Fox-Pizzonia moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board convene in Executive Session at 8:24 p.m. Voting YES: Unanimous [7:0] Mrs. Messing moved, Ms. McKnight seconded that the Board come out of Executive
Session at 8:45 p.m. Voting YES: Unanimous [7:0]
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Bond called for a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Mrs. Samuelson moved, Mrs. Fox-Pizzonia seconded that the meeting be adjourned.
Voting YES: Unanimous [7:0]
Mr. Bond adjourned the meeting at 8:46 p.m.