The Board of Education’s regular meeting was called to order by President Jason Sanchez at 7:00 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

• Pattie Day

• Valerie Day

Members Absent

• None

Staff Present

• Jeremy M. Rich, Supt.

• Alaine Canestrari, Asst. Supt.

• Richard Keeler

Guests Present (those signing in)

• Greg Riddle – Kiwanis

• Carla Ingram – Kiwanis

• James Kramas

• Becky K. Dean

AGENDA CHANGES

Mr. Sanchez noted the following agenda changes.

Consent Agenda

C. Acceptance of Resignation:

• Ashley Ossont; Teacher Aide; Effective 4/5/24

D.(d) Coaching Appointments 2023-2024:

• Assistant Boys Golf Coach; Steve Inzer

D.(e) Volunteer Coaching Appointments 2023-2024:

• Richard Mucurio; Volunteer Assistant Girls JV Softball Coach

D.(f) Substitute Appointments - March 2024 - BOCES Sub Service:

Shilo Claeys, Jodi Lynch, Brianne Parker, Theresa Skandera, Kaila Davis, Destany Martinez, Alivia Pratt, Alexander Smaldone, Joshua Evans, Brooke McCord, Kala Reinhardt, Ashlyn Wolfe, Julianne Fike, Siobhan Nelson

New Business

G. Approval of Return of Unused Emergency Days

• May 24 and 28, 2024: District will be closed for all students and instructional staff on both days

• April 8, 2024: P - 12 1/2 Day - Staff PD

*Options for give back days to be discussed and acted upon

F. Approval of Non-Union Appointment & Employment Agreement - Six-Month Probationary

• Michael Maiorano; Cook Manager; Effective 4/1/24

PRESENTATION

Kiwanis Student of the Month Recognition

• Mr. Rich introduced Mr. Greg Riddle and Ms. Carla Ingram from Kiwanis. Mr. Riddle provided information regarding the history of Kiwanis and recognition being provided to students. Mr. Riddle congratulated the student recipients and thanked the Board of Education. Mr. Keeler introduced award recipients, Matthew Martinez and Kiera Wilbur, and shared attributes of each student that qualified them for this recognition. Matthew and Kiera both shared some of their favorite memories from high school as well as discussed their plans after high school. Ms. Ingram presented on the positive impact of the award recipients on others causing a ripple effect. She further expressed her appreciation of the award recipients and shared that service was not a duty but a privilege.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Superintendent’s Report

• Mr. Rich congratulated the winter sports teams as well as the participants of the musical. Mr. Rich announced that the BOCES Annual Meeting was scheduled for April 11, 2024. Mr. Rich reported back on information received at the NYSCOSS Conference and stated he appreciated the opportunity to attend for purposes of professional development and networking with other superintendents state-wide. Mr. Rich discussed the current BOE seats that will be vacated.

• Options for the return of unused emergency days was discussed. Additional updates included a Memorandum of Agreement with CVUE for the purposes of Cost of Living Adjustments and its benefits, the Athletic Director’s Report, Facilities Report, and Superintendent’s weekly updates. Mr. Rich and Mrs. Stacey Gurtowski, District Clerk, provided information regarding the implementation of NTS Data, a program the District has elected to assist with vote processes and efficiency.

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

Administrative Reports

• Administrative Reports were provided to the Board for their review. Mrs. Alaine Canestrari, Assistant Superintendent, presented on her role and updates pertaining to curriculum standards. For example, Mrs. Canestrari shared that Kindergarten classes were coding and discussed the impacts of computing, networks, and system design across grade levels. She described the importance of digital literacy and being a responsible digital citizen.

• Mrs. Canestrari also provided an update regarding the Special Education Audit and processes for Least Restrictive Environments (LRE), unifying interventions pertaining to RTI and AIS, and upcoming planning for summer school and enrichment.

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

Business Official’s Report

The Business Official’s Report was provided to the Board for their review. Mr. James Humphrey, Business Administrator, was unable to attend the meeting; Mr. Rich offered an opportunity for the Board to ask questions.

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

BOARD DISCUSSION

• Mr. Costin expressed concern regarding cell phone usage throughout the school day and the negative effects on students. The Board discussed several options for mitigating these risks and steps to consider for minimizing distraction during the school day. One option included attempting to obtain feedback from parents and students regarding cell phone use. Mr. Richard Keeler, CVA Principal, discussed current disciplinary steps in place for cell phone use management and teacher’s approaches to the matter. Mr. Rich shared he would bring this topic to building administrators to create a plan with stakeholders.

• Mr. Sanchez shared he enjoyed the musical and described his experience this year as a parent of a child in the show; he thanked Mr. Mark Bunce and the community for their support of the musical. Mr. Rich shared that the drama program offered pathways and discussed student participation.

• Mrs. Valerie Day inquired if there had been further consideration for hiring additional social workers. Mr. Rich discussed the balancing of the budget with the needs for services across buildings. Mr. Rich stated that over the next five years, several folks will be retiring which will cause dilemmas for replacement. Projections for staffing needs were discussed as well as budget needs related and services available to students currently.

• The Board also discussed upcoming building projects and finances related.

• Mr. Costin shared that Mr. Gordon Miller, Director of Facilities and Grounds, did well with outlining what has been done within the Facilities Report and commended Mr. Miller for his efforts.

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 Travis Costin, seconded by Maggie Wesolowski, the Board approved the following minutes. Motion carried 7-0.

• Regular Meeting – February 28, 2024

• Special Meeting – March 4, 2024

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

Acceptance of Retirement Notices

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Travis Costin, seconded by Maggie Wesolowski, the Board approved the following retirement notice. Motion carried 7-0.

• JoAnn Bonacci, Office Assistant II, Effective 8/30/24

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

Acceptance of Resignation

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Travis Costin, seconded by Maggie Wesolowski, the Board approved the following resignation. Motion carried 7-0.

• Ashley Ossont, Teacher Aide, Effective 4/5/24

(Copy of resignation 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 Travis Costin, seconded by Maggie Wesolowski, the Board approved the following personnel appointments/adjustments. Motion carried 7-0.

Non-Instructional Appointments – Permanent:

• Kristina Short, Food Service Helper, Effective 4/3/24

• Ann Lewandrowski, Food Service Helper, Effective 4/10/24

• Michael Rotondi, Food Service Helper, Effective 4/16/24

• Elizabeth Morgan, Teacher Aide, Effective 4/15/24,

• Increase in Teacher Aide Hours

• Kayla Smith, From 6.00 hrs/day to 7.00 hrs/day, Effective 3/18/24

Coaching Appointments – 2023-2024:

• Assistant Boys Golf Coach, Steve Inzer

• Boys JV Baseball Coach, Jason Ossont COND

• Boys Modified Baseball Coach, Michael Yardley COND

Volunteer Coaching Appointments – 2023-2024:

• Jeffrey Chase, Volunteer Assistant Boys Modified Baseball Coach COND

• Efrain Gerena, Volunteer Assistant Girls Modified Softball Coach

• Jamey Jacquays, Volunteer Assistant Boys Varsity Baseball Coach COND

• Paul Lynch, Volunteer Assistant Boys Varsity Baseball Coach

• Cory McDowell, Volunteer Assistant Boys Modified Baseball Coach

• Brian Monahan, Volunteer Assistant Boys Modified Baseball Coach COND

• Thomas Moreau, Volunteer Assistant Boys Varsity Baseball Coach

• Richard Mucurio, Volunteer Assistant Girls JV Softball Coach

• Matthew Obreza, Volunteer Assistant Boys JV Baseball Coach COND

• Heidi Rice, Volunteer Assistant Boys Varsity Tennis Coach

Substitute Appointments – March 2024 - BOCES Sub Service:

• Shilo Claeys

• Kaila Davis

• Joshua Evans

• Julianne Fike

• Jodi Lynch

• Destany Martinez

• Brooke McCord

• Siobhan Nelson

• Brianne Parker

• Alivia Pratt

• Kala Reinhardt

• Theresa Skandera

• Alexander Smaldone

• Ashlyn Wolfe

Approval of Financial Reports

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Travis Costin, seconded by Maggie Wesolowski, the Board approved the following financial reports. Motion carried 7-0.

• Financial Reports – February 2024

• Cash Account Summary – February 2024

• Internal Claims Auditors Log Summaries – February 2024

• Extracurricular Summary Report – February 2024

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

OLD BUSINESS

Approval of Revision to Effective Date

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Matt Darrow, seconded by Travis Costin, the Board approved the following revision to an effective date. Motion carried 7-0.

• Trista Perri, School Bus Monitor – 4 hrs/day, Effective 3/5/24

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

Approval of Revision to Resolution for Emergency Health Hazard Pesticide Application

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Travis Costin, seconded by Maggie Wesolowski, the Board approved a revision for the resolution for Emergency Health Hazard Pesticide Application. Motion carried 7-0.

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

Policy Review – Second Reading

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Maggie Wesolowski, seconded by Travis Costin, the Board approved the following policies. Motion carried 7-0.

• #8201 New Policy – Homebound Instruction

• #0017 New Policy – Student Registration and Pre-Registration to vote.

(Copy of policies 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 Matt Darrow, seconded by Valerie Day, the Board approved the following arrangement of the following CSE/CPSE/504 Accommodation Plan meetings. Motion carried 7-0.

• February 12, 2024

• February 13, 2024

• February 15, 2024

• February 26, 2024

• February 27, 2024

• February 28, 2024

• March 1, 2024

(Copy of minutes 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 Valerie Day, the Board approved the following MOA with CVTA. Motion carried 7-0.

• Addition Assistant Boys Golf Coach to Extra-Curricular Titles

(Copy of agreement 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 Pattie Day, seconded by Travis Costin, the Board approved the following MOA with CVUE. Motion carried 7-0.

• Increases to Salaries and Minimum Hiring Rates in Exchange for Contract Extension

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

Approval of SEQRA Opinion and Project Scope Resolution – CVA Fitness Center Floor

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Pattie Day, seconded by Maggie Wesolowski, the Board approved the following resolution. Motion carried 7-0.

• 2024-2025 Capital Outlay Project Scope

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

Approval to of Resolution to Approve Propositions for May 21, 2024 Vote

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Travis Costin, seconded by Valerie Day, the Board approved the following resolution to approve propositions for the May 21, 2024 Vote. Motion carried 7-0.

• Creation of Capital Reserve Fund

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

Approval of Return of Unused Emergency Days

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Maggie Wesolowski, seconded by Matt Darrow, the Board approved the return of unused emergency days. Options for give back days were discussed and voted upon. Motion carried 7-0.

• May 28, 2024: District will be closed for all students and instructional staff

• April 8, 2024: District will be closed for all students and instructional staff

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

Approval of Non-Union Appointment & Employment Agreement – Six-Month Probationary

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Valerie Day, seconded by Matt Darrow, the Board approved the following employment agreement. Mr. Rich explained this is a new position and Mr. Dominick Mauro will continue to consult as Interim School Food Service Director I. Motion carried 7-0.

• Michael Maiorano, Cook Manager, Effective 4/1/24

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

NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 – Regular Meeting

EXECUTIVE SESSION

Upon the recommendation of President Jason Sanchez, on a motion made by Maggie Wesolowski, seconded by Matt Darrow, the Board moved to go into Executive Session at approximately 9:18 p.m. for the purpose of discussing administrative evaluations and medical, financial, credit, or employment history of any particular person or corporation, or matters leading to the appointment, employment, promotion, demotion, discipline, suspension, dismissal or removal of any particular person or corporation. Motion carried 7-0.

It was announced that no further Board action was expected to occur. Those present for Executive Session were Jason Sanchez, Maggie Wesolowski, Jonathan Boucher, Travis Costin, Matt Darrow, Pattie Day, and Valerie Day.

The Board was called out of their Executive Session at 9:38 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT

On a motion made by Matt Darrow, seconded by Maggie Wesolowski, the Board adjourned their regular meeting at 9:38 p.m. Motion carried 7-0.

Stacey Gurtowski, District Clerk