The Board of Education’s regular meeting was called to order by President Jason Sanchez at 7:02 p.m. in the LGI at CVA. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all those present.

Members Present

• Jason Sanchez, Pres.

• Maggie Wesolowski, V. Pres.

• Jonathan Boucher

• Travis Costin

• Matt Darrow

• Valerie Day

Members Absent

• Jonah Levi

Staff Present

• Jeremy M. Rich, Supt.

• Jim Humphrey

Guests Present

• Stacey Griffith

• Stephanie Fransman

AGENDA CHANGES

Consent Agenda

C. (f) Substitute Appointments - Emily Hayes, Substitute Bus Monitor, Effective Immediately

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Superintendent’s Report

• Superintendent Rich thanked the Board for attending the special meeting this evening due to hiring needs. Mr. Rich explained the issues that are happening across the area with regard to trying to fill positions. We will continue to work to fill the vacancies that exist.

Business Official’s Report

• Mr. Humphrey reported that the Board will be asked to approve the Tax Warrants this evening so that the tax bills can be prepared.

BOARD DISCUSSION

• Mrs. Wesolowski shared concerns that were reported to her regarding 4th and 5th grade orientation. A past staff member’s name was still being used in the presentation and in passwords. Mr. Rich stated that he was not aware of the situation but would be checking into it to have it corrected.

• Mr. Costin asked if the district’s base pay was competitive with regard to hiring new teachers. Mr. Rich confirmed that the district is competitive and explained that many younger applicants look at the salary and nothing else. They do not understand how the process works with credit for graduate hours, Masters, longevity and benefit packages. Mr. Humphrey explained that it is not fair to veteran teachers to have brand new teachers hired at a higher salary.

• Mrs. Wesolowski noted that teachers with many of years of experience in the district have also resigned to take other positions. Mr. Rich confirmed that the district had two teachers that were approached about leaving Central Valley and did choose to take those offers.

• On behalf of the Board, Mr. Sanchez and Mr. Rich thanked Marsha Griffith for her 37 years of service to the district as Confidential Secretary to the Superintendent and District Clerk. The Board extended its best wishes for a happy retirement.

PUBLIC OPEN FORUM

There was no public participation this evening.

ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION

There were no items removed from the consent agenda for individual consideration.

CONSENT AGENDA

Approval of Minutes

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Darrow, the Board approved the minutes of the following meetings. Motion carried 6-0.

• Regular Meeting – August 17, 2022

Acceptance of Resignations

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Darrow, the Board accepted the following resignations. Motion carried 6-0.

• Robecca Krick, Teacher Aide, Effective 8/25/22

• Amy Condon, Teacher Aide, Effective 8/31/22

• Frank Torres, Building Cleaner, Effective 9/5/22

• Jeff Keller, Bus Driver, Effective 9/30/22

(Copy of resignations on file in District Clerk’s files.)

Approval of Personnel Appointments/Adjustments

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Darrow, the Board approved the following personnel appointments/adjustments. Motion carried 6-0.

Non-Instructional Appointments - Six-Month Probationary:

• Angelina Aceto, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• Brittani Chadeayne, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• Claritza Dennis, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• Jessica Dennis, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• Megan Des Champs, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• Lia Grippe, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• Allison Morgan, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• Jennifer Ray-Beckett, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• Cheyanne Redner, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• Ashley Schorer, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• McKayla Totten, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• Danielle Gray, Teacher Aide - 6.25 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• Kiya Edgett Teacher Aide - 6 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

• Caitlynn Riesel, Teacher Aide - 6 hrs/day, Effective 8/31/22

Instructional Appointments - Four-Year Probationary:

• Amy Condon, Teacher Assistant, Effective 8/31/22

• Carol Herkel ,Teacher Assistant, Effective 8/31/22

• Grant Rasha, Special Education Teacher (B-9) Effective 8/31/22

Mentor Appointments - 2022-2023:

• Karen Casler, Mentor — Rochelle Arcuri, Mentee

• Steve Inzer, Mentor — Leslie Kubica, Mentee

Extracurricular Appointments - 2022-2023:

• Carol Herkel, Detention Officer - HS

Volunteer Coaching Appointments - Fall 2022:

• Modified Football Volunteer Assistant, Joshua McGuire

• Boys Varsity Soccer Volunteer Assistant, Jacob Bunce

• Varsity Football Volunteer Assistant, Tim Rathbun

Substitute Appointments:

• Nancie Cooney, Retired Substitute Teacher, Effective 8/31/22

• Emily Hayes, Substitute Bus Monitor, Effective Immediately

BOCES Sub Service Appointments:

• Alexis Romeyn

• Erinn Randall

• MaryBeth Wightman

BOCES Sub Service Appointment - Rescinded:

• Patty Gibson

Establishment of Extracurricular Clubs for Fundraising Purposes - 2022-2023:

• Middle School Travel Club Charles Pratt, Advisor - No Stipend

Approval of Financial Reports 

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Darrow, the Board approved the following financial reports. Motion carried 6-0.

• Cash Account Summary – June 2022 - Revised

(Copy of report on file in District Clerk’s files.)

OLD BUSINESS

Approval of Revisions to Effective Dates

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mr. Costin, the Board approved revisions to effective dates for the following employees. Motion carried 6-0.

• Sarah Allen, Food Svc. Helper - 5 hrs/day COND, from 9/1/22 to 8/31/22

• Eunice Cotto, Food Service Helper - 5 hrs/day, from 9/1/22 to 8/31/22

• Lynne Martin, Food Service Helper - 5 hrs/day, from 9/1/22 to 8/31/22

• JoEllen Schafer, Food Service Helper - 5 hrs/day, from 9/1/22 to 8/31/22

NEW BUSINESS

Approval of 2022-2023 Tax Warrants

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Costin, the Board approved the Tax Warrants for the 2022-2023 school year. Motion carried 6-0.

(Copy of warrants on file in District Clerk’s files.)

Approval of Appointment & Employment Agreement – Six-Month Probationary

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mrs. Wesolowski, the Board approved the following appointment and non-union employment agreement. Motion carried 6-0.

• Stacey Griffith, Confidential Secretary to Superintendent/District Clerk, Eff. 10/3/22

(Copy of agreement on file in District Clerk’s files.)

Approval of Revised Addendum to Employment Contracts to Oversee Federal/State Grants

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Costin, seconded by Mr. Darrow, the Board approved revisions to the addendum to employment contracts to oversee Federal/State Grants. Motion carried 6-0.

(Copy of revised addendum on file in District Clerk’s files.)

Approval of Agreement for Athletic SEL Service - “Thunder Movement”

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Costin, the Board approved the following agreement. Motion carried 6-0.

• Movement, Strength, and Fitness, LLC Effective 7/1/22 - 6/30/23

(Copy of agreement on file in District Clerk’s files.)

NEXT MEETING: September 21, 2022 Regular Meeting

ADJOURNMENT

On a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mr. Costin, the Board adjourned their regular meeting at 7:22 p.m. Motion carried 6-0.

Marsha Griffith, District Clerk