The Board of Education’s regular meeting was called to order by President Jason Sanchez at 6:00 p.m. in the LGI at CVA.  The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all those present. 

On a Motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mrs. Valerie Day, the Board entered into an Executive Session at 6:01 p.m. in the Large Group Instruction Room (LGI) for the purpose of

Motion carried 6-0.

Members present for the Executive Session were as follows:  Jason Sanchez, Maggie Wesolowski, Valerie Day, Travis Costin, Jonathan Boucher, and Matt Darrow.  Also present for the Board’s Executive session were Jeremy M. Rich, Superintendent, and Jim Mott, Director of Athletics.  Mr. Mott left Executive session at 6:47 p.m.  The Board was called out of Executive Session at 7:28 p.m. and returned to public session at 7:30 p.m.

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

• Pattie Day

• Valerie Day

Members Absent

• Pattie Day  (Illness)

Staff Present 

• Jeremy M. Rich, Supt.

• James Humphrey

• Alaine Canestrari

Guests Present  (those signing in)

• Jim Mott

AGENDA CHANGES

Mr. Sanchez noted the following agenda changes.

Administrative Reports and Recommendations

A.   Superintendent’s Report

Weekly Update - September 18, 2023

Modified Girls Soccer Update

Consent Agenda

D. b. , Non-Instructional Appointments - Six Month Probationary:

  Karlie Helmer; Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day; Effective 9/1/23

D. e. Adjustment in Hours

  Kimberly Libritz; Increase from 6.5 to 7 hrs/day; Effective 9/1/23

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Superintendent’s Report

• Weekly Updates and Facilities Report: Mr. Rich summarized his weekly reports he sends to the Board.  He made highlights of the Facilities report offering praise for how well the custodial staff worked preparing for a smooth opening.  He further praised all staff for one of the smoothest openings he has seen since the merger.  He made emphasis to our smooth start of our fall athletic season. 

• Athletic Report: Mr. Mott, Director of Athletics, presented his report to the board.  He summarized his 10 points.

• NJROTC Basic Leadership Training Update:  Thirty cadets were at training for the week of September 18 through September 22.  Mr. Keeler and Mrs. Canestrari plan to attend the closing ceremony on Friday.

• Modified Girls Soccer Update: A brief discussion occurred about the current 32 girls on the modified girls’ soccer team – this may prove to be a struggle.  If this trend continues, Mr. Mott is looking for options to decrease this number next fall.

Administrative Reports

The Board was provided with the Administrative Reports for their review. Mrs. Canestrari briefly summarized the district’s opening plan and how the open houses were scheduled to meet certain contractual language.  The overall consensus was the open houses at Barringer Elementary and Fisher Elementary went very smoothly.  Mrs. Canestrari shared a few updates from the Central Valley Foundation as she is the school districts liaison for this organization.

Business Official’s Report

Mr. Humphrey provided the Board with the Business Official’s report for their review.  

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

BOARD DISCUSSION

• Mr. Boucher asked a follow up question regarding Driver Education and NNDCC.  Mr. Rich shared a cost analysis of both programs along with explanation as to why Driver Education was permanently moved to summer.

• Mr. Rich gave a brief explanation on how extra-curricular clubs are started in the district.  First year the district will pilot the club, if it is successful the following year it becomes a paid stipend for the advisor.  He plans to continue this discussion next month.

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 Valerie Day, seconded by Travis Costin, the Board approved the following minutes.  Motion carried 6-0.

• Regular Meeting – August 16, 2023

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

Acceptance of Resignations

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Valerie Day, seconded by Travis Costin, the Board approved the following resignations.  Motion carried 6-0.

• Anthony Ratzel, School Bus Monitor, Eff. Retro. 6/23/23

• James Catalina, Building Cleaner, Effective 8/24/23

• Robert Huffman, Building Cleaner, Effective 8/24/23

• Cory Zennamo, Boys Varsity Soccer Coach, Effective 8/21/23

• Sherry Gross, Substitute School Bus Driver, Effective 9/8/23

• Sherry Gross, Substitute School Bus Monitor, Effective 9/8/23

• Alysia Dufresne, Teacher Aide, Effective 9/13/23

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

Approval of Reinstatement from Unpaid Leave of Absence

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Valerie Day, seconded by Travis Costin, the Board approved the following reinstatement from unpaid leave of absence.  Motion carried 6-0.

• Caitlin Keeler, School Nurse, Effective 8/30/23

(Copy of information 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 Valerie Day, seconded by Travis Costin, the Board approved the following appointments/adjustments.  Motion carried 6-0.

Non-Instructional Appointments – Permanent:

• Kaitlin Eisenhut-Freedman, Occupational Therapist – R, Effective 10/1/23

Non-Instructional Appointments – Six-Month Probationary:

• James Catalina, Custodian, Effective 8/25/23

• LaRosha Bellamy, Food Service Helper - 5 hrs/day COND, Effective 9/5/23

• Wendy Brooks, Food Service Helper - 5 hrs/day, Effective 9/5/23

• Abigale Polhamus, Food Service Helper - 5 hrs/day, Effective 9/5/23

• Savannah Bixler, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/1/23

• Morgan Entwistle, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/1/23

• Elizabeth Morgan, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/1/23

• Laura Rigo, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/1/23

• Judith Sheffield, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/1/23

• Geraldine Winter, Teacher Aide - 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/18/23

Non-Instructional Appointments:

• Laurie Landry, Fitness Center Worker, Effective 9/18/23

• Judith Sheffield, Fitness Center Worker, Effective 9/18/23

• Teresa Sponburgh, Fitness Center Worker, Effective 9/18/23

Instructional Appointment – Four-Year Probationary:

• Lisa Dablain, Math Teacher 7-12, Effective 9/1/23

• Allison Paravati, Elementary Teacher , Effective 9/1/23

• Alysia Dufresne, Teacher Assistant COND, Effective 9/14/23

• Linda Fisher, Teacher Assistant COND, Effective 9/18/23

• Tara Gonzales, Teacher Assistant , Effective 9/1/23

Instructional Appointment – Three-Year Probationary:

• Rachel Opels, English Teacher 7-12, Effective 9/1/23

Instructional Appointments - Long-Term Substitute - Uncertified:

• Karen Clements, ENL/Spanish Teacher, Effective 9/1/23

Extracurricular Appointments – 2023 – 2024:

• Nicholas Cooke, Builder’s Club - MS

• Aimee Cotto, Language Club - MS

• Karen Crouse, Intramural - Girls - MS

• Alysia Dufresne, Detention Officer - MS

• Rachel Mucurio, Co-Grade Level Chair - Grade 8

Mentor Appointments 2023 – 2024:

• Lisa Alexander, Mentor, Michael Barse, Mentee

• Michael Arcuri, Mentor, Nicholas Cooke, Mentee

• Kerri Brownrigg, Mentor, Kathryn Olmstead, Mentee

• Amy Casale, Mentor, Junilee Arkema, Mentee

• Karen Casler, Mentor, Aimee Cotto, Mentee

• Karen Crouse, Mentor, Rachel Opels, Mentee

• Kathleen Deck, Mentor, Jessica Theuner, Mentee

• Andria Hartman, Mentor, Allison Paravati, Mentee

• Kathryn Hitchcock, Mentor, Julie Ball, Mentee

• John Kearney, Mentor, Lisa Dablain, Mentee

• Neil McCraith, Mentor, Karen Clements, Mentee

• Patricia Murray, Mentor, Curtis Karwacki, Mentee

• Devon Rappa, Mentor, Sirena Smith, Mentee

• Kimberly Vitale, Mentor, Gianna Iocovozzi, Mentee

• Tracy Voce, Mentor, Ann Soloman, Mentee 

Other Appointments:

• Dignity for All Students Coors. - Barringer & Fisher, Laura Eysaman

Adjustment in Hours:

• Michele Austin, Increase from 6.5 to 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/1/23

• Kaitlyn Couchman, Increase from 6.5 to 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/1/23

• Daniel Land, Increase from 6.75 to 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/1/23

• Aimee LeClair, Increase from 6.75 to 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/1/23

• Kimberly Libritz, Increase from 6.5 to 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/1/23

• Claire Orendorf, Increase from 6.5 to 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/1/23

• Leta Williams, Increase from 6.5 to 7 hrs/day, Effective 9/1/2

Volunteer Coaching Appointments – Fall 2023:

• Jose Lopez, Boys Varsity Soccer Volunteer Assistant Coach

Volunteer Appointments – 2023 – 2024:

• Karen Fogerty, Fisher Elementary School

• Katherine Fogerty, Fisher Elementary School

• Anna Turner, Fisher Elementary School

Substitute Appointments:

• Brendon Candella, Substitute Cleaner, Effective 9/1/23

BOCES Sub Service Appointments:

• Victoria Brunette, Kassi March, Madelyne Zoekler

• Dorothy Knapik, Michelle Parks

BOCES Sub Service Appointments - Rescinded:

• Sharon Bryan

• Melissa Sperry

Establishment of Extracurricular Clubs for Fundraising Purposes – 2023 – 2024:

• 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 Valerie Day, seconded by Travis Costin, the Board approved the following financial reports.  Motion carried 6-0.

• Financial Reports – August 2023

• Cash Account Summary – July and August 2023

• Internal Claims Auditors Log Summaries – August 2023

• Extracurricular Summary Report – August 2023

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

OLD BUSINESS

Policy Review – Second Reading

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Matt Darrow, seconded by Travis Costin, the Board approved the following policy and regulation.  Motion carried 6-0.

• New Policy: #5103 – Non-Patient Specific Order for Naloxone Administration

• New Regulation: #5103.1 – Non-Patient Specific Order for Naloxone Administration

(Copy of policy/regulation on file in District Clerk’s files.)

NEW BUSINESS

Approval of Arrangement of Services – CSE/CPSE/504 Accommodation Plan Meetings

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Maggie Wesolowski, seconded by Matt Darrow, the Board approved the following CSE/CPSE/504 Accommodation Plan Meetings.  Motion carried 6-0.

• August 4, 2023

• August 8, 2023

• August 18, 2023

• August 24, 2023

• August 25, 2023

• August 28, 2023

• August 29, 2023

• August 31, 2023

• September 6, 2023

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

Approval of Overnight Field Trip Request

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Travis Costin, seconded by Maggie Wesolowski, the Board approved the following overnight field trip request.  Motion carried 6-0.

• Basic Leadership Training – Camp Turk, Woodgate, NY – September 18 – 22, 2023

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

Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with CVUE

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Travis Costin, seconded by Vailerie Day, the Board approved the following Memorandum of Agreement with CVUE.  Motion carried 6-0.

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

Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with CVTA

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Maggie Wesolowski, seconded by Travis Costin, the Board approved the following Memorandum of Agreement with CVTA.  Motion carried 6-0.

• Addition of Athletic Leadership Council Club to Extra-Curricular Titles

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

Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with CVTA

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Matt Darrow, seconded by Travis Costin, the Board approved the following Memorandum of Agreement with CVTA.  Motion carried 6-0.

• Fitness Center Supervisor Compensation

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

Approval of SEQRA Opinion and Project Scope Resolution – Kitchen Freezer Project

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Matt Darrow, seconded by Maggie Wesolowski, the Board approved the SEQRA Opinion and Project Scope Resolution – Kitchen Freezer Project.  Motion carried 6-0.

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

Approval of Resolution Approving Preliminary Supplement to the Smart Schools Investment Plan

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Matt Darrow, seconded by Travis Costin, the Board approved the resolution approving Preliminary Supplement to the Smart Schools Investment Plan.  Motion carried 6-0.

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

Approval to Dispose of Surplus Goods

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Travis Costin, seconded by Matt Darrow, the Board approved to dispose of the following surplus goods.  Motion carried 6-0.

• Books – Science Department – Per Jarvis Inventory List dated September 12, 2023

• Technology Equipment – Per Technology Inventory List dated June 27, 2023

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

Approval of Non-Public School Transportation Requests – 2023 - 2024

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Maggie Wesolowski, seconded by Matt Darrow, the Board approved of the following transportation requests.  Motion carried 6-0.

• Mohawk Valley Christian Academy, Leonard (Noah)

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

Approval of 2023 – 2024 BOE Goals

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Maggie Wesolowski, seconded by Matt Darrow, the Board approved the BOE Goals. Motion carried 6-0.

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

Approval of Codes of Conduct – 2023 – 2024

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Travis Costin, seconded by Valerie Day, the Board approved the Codes of Conduct.  Motion carried 6-0.

• Harry M. Fisher Elementary School

• Barringer Road Elementary School

• Jarvis Middle School

• Central Valley Academy

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

NEXT MEETING:, October 18, 2023 – Regular Meeting

ADJOURNMENT

On a motion made by Matt Darrow, seconded by Maggie Wesolowski, the Board adjourned their regular meeting at 8.55 p.m.  Motion carried 6-0.

James Humphrey, Deputy Clerk