MINUTES BUSINESS MEETING

CINNAMINSON BOARD OF EDUCATION JULY 20, 2010

1. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. in Room 120 of the Middle School. 2. A Moment of Silence was observed. 3. A salute to the flag was given. 4. Roll Call showed the following members in attendance: Mr. Harry Shea - President Mrs. Jean M. Cohen - Vice President Mrs. Pam Crepps Mrs. Linda Lamb Mr. James J. McGuckin, Jr. Mrs. Jacqueline Plunkett Mrs. Dolores Woodington Absent was Dr. Herschel and Mrs. DiMassimo* *Mrs. DiMassimo entered the meeting at 6:35 p.m. Also present were Dr. Salvatore J. Illuzzi, Superintendent, Mrs. Terry Luxenberg, Assistant Superintendent, and Mr. Thomas W. Egan, Jr., Board Secretary/Business Administrator. The High School Student Representative, Alex Lagay, was not present at this time. 5. Public Announcement by President: Statement is hereby made that adequate notice of this meeting was given by submission of said notice to the Burlington County Times and the Cinnaminson Township Clerk on May 7, 2010 and July 9, 2010. 6. At 6:35 p.m. a motion was made by Mrs. Cohen, secon ded by Mrs. Plunkett, all ayes in favor to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing a CEA grievance and any other personnel and legal matters in accordance with the Open Public Meeting Law and Ci nnaminson Township Board of Education Policy.

The results of this discussion will be disclosed to the public when the reason for the confidentiality has terminated.

7. At 7:57 p.m. a motion was made by Mrs. Plunkett, se conded by Mr. McGuckin, all ayes in favor to reconvene the Publi c Meeting. Mr. Shea explained that the Board had entered into Executive Session at 6:30 p.m. to discuss personnel and legal matters and thanked everyone for their patience. 8. A motion was made by Mrs. Crepps, seconded by Mrs. Cohen, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor, except item 8.7 , any vendors who provide medical services and supplies which could be provi ded by the student’s own insurance and then submitted to the district w ith an explanation of benefits, 7 ayes, 1 nay (Lamb), 1 absent to approv e the following the following routine business of the Business Adminis trator: 8.1 Secretary's Report for May: Appendix A Board of Education’s Monthly Certification Budgetary Major Account/Fund Status

Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11(c)3 and 6:23-2.12*, we certify that as of the above date after review of the Secretary's monthly financial report (appropriations section) and upon consultation with the appropriate District officials, to the best of our knowledge no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11(c)3 and 6:23-2.12* and that sufficient funds are available to meet the District's financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. *Citations are subject to change due to periodic amendments, new rules and repeals. 8.2 Treasurer's Report for May, which is in agreement with the Secretary's Report: Appendix B

8.3 Monthly Budget/Receipts/Transfer Reports for May: Appendix C Board Secretary’s Monthly Certification Budgetary Line Item Status

Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 6A:23-2.11(c)3 and 6:23-2.12*, I certify that no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the District Board of Education pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:22-8 and 18A:22-8-1. *Citations are subject to change due to periodic amendments, new rules and repeals.

8.4 Monthly Transfer Report for the period ending July 14, 2010: Appendix D 8.5 Monthly HS Activities Reconciliation Report for May: Appendix E

8.6 Monthly Food Service Management Cost Performance Statement for

May & June: Appendix F 8.7 Certified Bill List for July: Appendix G

8.8 Approval of Minutes for: Regular June 8, 2010

Mr. Shea asked Mr. Egan if he had received any calls regarding these agenda items and Mr. Egan responded he had not received any calls or questions from Board Members. 9. A motion was made by Mr. McGuckin, seconded by Mrs. Cohen, roll call

vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent, in favor to approve the following routine business of the Superintendent:

9.1 Enrollment Report for June: Appendix H 9.2 Health Reports for June: Appendix I 9.3 Fire Alarm Report for June: Appendix J 9.4 Crisis Drill Reports for June: Appendix K 9.5 Superintendent’s Monthly Report for July: Appendix L Dr. Illuzzi began his report by welcoming everyone in attendance for taking time during their summer to attend our July meeting. He explained that there are two (2) times during the meeting that where members of the audience are given the opportunity to address the Board. First, you may comment on action items on the agenda. Later in the meeting you may make other comments regarding any other matters. He then continued with his report. Dr. Illuzzi noted that once again this year our Summer Camp programs are well attended with 170 students enrolled in the 13 activities being offered this year. In addition, 170 students have registered for the SMART program and 14 students have enrolled in the HSPA review program. These programs have proven to be very worthwhile for our students and community. Next, Dr. Illuzzi noted that for those who have attended Board meetings over the last few months knew that due to budget constraints, the Board had to eliminate both the DECA and CBE/CIE programs. He reported that we are pleased that we are able to reinstate these programs tonight. As a result of retirement breakage, some money became available and we will be combining the classes under one (1) instructor who will also supervise the “field experiences”. The student store and the DECA Club will be supervised by a retiree who will be contracted to handle these responsibilities. Next, Dr. Illuzzi said he wished to express sincere appreciation to Joe Miller for serving as the Interim Principal at the New Albany School during

the transition period when Bob Maher had retired and the new Principal, Debbie Banecker started in the district. He noted that Mr. Miller had done a fine job and the transition had been handled flawlessly. He then introduced Mrs. Banecker, who was in the audience. Finally, Dr. Illuzzi reported that the August Board Meeting will be held on August 31st, which is the last Tuesday in August, as we like to hold this meeting as close to the opening of school as possible. Mrs. Lamb asked if the DECA program was a club or a class. Dr. Illuzzi responded that the club emanates from the class. Mrs. Lamb then asked how we get the word out about the reinstatement of the programs as the students would have already selected their classes for the coming year. Dr. Illuzzi responded it has already been handled. 10. Report from High School Student Representative – Alex Lagay said he did not have much to report at this time as the school year has ended. He noted that Project Graduation went very well and everyone had a good time. 11. Presentation(s): - There were no presentations this evening.

12. Correspondence to Board – Mr. Shea said he had no new correspondence to share. 13. Committee Reports

The Board President is an ex-officio member of all Board Committees and the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent and/or Business Administrator attend committee meetings. A motion was made by Mrs. Woodington, seconded by M r. McGuckin, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor to appr ove the committee minutes as submitted.

A. Curriculum/Student Activities

Thursday, July 15, 2010 6:30 PM, Memorial Conference Room

Committee Members Present: Ms. Linda DiMassimo, Ms. Jacqueline Plunkett, Mr. Charles Liddell, Mr. Jim Weber, Dr. Sal Illuzzi, Ms. Terry Luxenberg Substitute Board Members: Mr. Harry Shea, Ms. Pam Crepps Guests: Ms. Darlene Llewellyn, Mr. Mark Cherwony, Ms. Cathy Bray, Ms. Terri Caruso, Ms. Debbie Wojcik

Athletics/Activities Lacrosse presentation: Ms. Wojcik, Ms. Bray, Ms. Caruso The proposal from CLAX (Cinnaminson Lacrosse Club) is attached to the Board agenda for July 20. It outlines the proposal for a community sponsored, school sanctioned JV lacrosse team at no cost to the district. The club will handle all funding responsibilities while following all school rules for conduct for athletes. The HS will choose the coach who will follow all expectations for district coaches. Dr. Illuzzi was clear that funds for two years must be available by January 2 of each year prior to the start of the spring program. If two years funding has not been secured, that current year will be the last for the program. Also, Dr. Illuzzi noted that there may be a significant cost increase as a varsity team is added in year three. Ms. Wojcik indicated that could happen as early as the second year. There were many questions from the committee regarding equipment, fields, students who cannot afford to contribute, fund raising, questions from parents about playing time, questions about why one team carries a cost, etc. It was suggested that a contract between CLAX and the district be developed to clarify all issues. After the CLAX representatives left, the committee discussed the proposal and voted unanimously to support it with the understanding that an agreement between CLAX and the Board is defined in a contract. Other HS Athletics/Activities: Mr. Weber reported that fall coaches are in place. He was congratulated for having HS staff on board to coach. MS Athletics/Activities: Mr. Liddell presented a recommendation from Ms. Moceri for her previously approved fourteenth club at the MS. Two clubs were piloted this past semester at no cost to the district. One of them, the SHOCK (Students Helping Others Communicate Kinship) Club, a service learning activity, is recommended. It held eleven meetings from during the second half of the year and had sixteen members. They sent $7,500 worth of grocery coupons to a military base and provided thirteen days of free dialysis to a patient in need. Mr. Liddell also recommended the elimination of fall/spring volleyball intramurals due to lack of interest. He inquired as to whether another club or activity could replace volleyball. He was directed to solicit a recommendation from the MS for consideration. Curriculum: Ms. Luxenberg briefly reviewed the following items. All were supported unanimously.

Calendar revision B

NCLB 2009-2010 Amendment - shows funds carried over for use in 2010 – 2011

for public and private schools. Title I and IIA public monies will be spent on the currently running summer SMART, after school tutoring, professional development for 2010-2011 until the next round of NCLB funding is available. The application for 2010-2011 is not available yet. Title I: $10546 (public) Title IIA: $22377 (public) Title IIA: $ 341 (private) Title IID: $ 103 (private) Title IV: $ 411 (private

Title IV Performance Report: programs were completed as planned

Approval of Building Affirmative Action Officers: NA: Kerry DiSimone ER: Maureen Marletto MS: John Layden HS: Hamm Kolev

Professional development travel for approval Field trips for approval

Materials for approval: Handwriting, Zaner-Bloser grade 1 Handwriting, Zaner-Bloser grade 2 Handwriting, Zaner-Bloser grade 3 Student Dictionary, Spanish-English; English-Spanish, Larousse, MS 6-8

NJSMART: Item under personnel to approve four days at his per diem rate for

Mr. Noble to complete the work for the required information to be put on the state website - NJSMART. HS Attendance/Winner’s Circle: Ms. Llewellyn explained the reasons for changes in the new HS attendance policy recommended by the Academic Affairs Committee. She feels that the new parts of the policy will tighten the loopholes in the old policy and focus on academics rather than discipline. Last month’s suggestions from the Curriculum Committee were incorporated giving students a second chance to regain their academic status. Additional clarifications were suggested at the July meeting which will be added. She also answered questions about the Winner’s Circle rewards program. She explained that the intent of the NJDOE in requiring a positive reinforcement initiative was to encourage students who are not working to potential. Ms. Crepps felt that top tier rewards should be greater as compared to second tier rewards. Ms. Luxenberg indicated a lack of conviction that using exam

exemptions as a reward was a positive way to encourage academic excellence. All comments were noted. It is expected that both the HS Attendance and Winner’s Circle rules will appear in the HS Student Handbook. They will be reviewed with students and staff in September. The meeting concluded at approximately 8:25 PM. Mrs. Lamb asked if we will have further discussion on LAX later in the meeting and Mr. Shea responded, yes.

B. Facilities/Transportation Meeting: 8:20 p.m., Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at the Central Office Members Present: Jean Cohen, Jim McGuckin, Dolores Woodington and Pam

Crepps in absence of Linda Lamb Others Present: Sal Illuzzi, Pete Galosi, and Tom Egan Mr. Egan presented the Indoor Air Quality Program to Committee members for discussion and review. The program was prepared by Ed Palmer for the sole purpose to be used by district employees in accordance with Board policy to maintain the indoor air quality plan that meets the Department of Education Health and Safety guidelines. The program outlines preventive maintenance schedule, record keeping, notification steps and responsibilities. Following the meeting a copy of the program was emailed to Committee members and is on file in each building. Next, Mr. Galosi discussed the status of his summer projects and cleaning schedule. The outside cleaning contractors are well underway at the Middle and High Schools. Both contractors are performing well and on schedule to complete by mid August. District staff has been gang cleaning New Albany School and are scheduled to be completed by the July 18th and will start Rush School on Monday, July 19th. Other summer work includes the repair or replacement of carpeting in a couple classrooms, the painting of classrooms, and the moving of staff classrooms, the refinishing of gymnasium floors, and repainting of the High School parking lot. Committee members reaffirmed the desire to have the High School small gymnasium walls cleaned, patched and painted. Committee members requested a tour of the facilities prior to the start of the regular business meeting on Tuesday, August, 31, 2010. The starting time of regular meeting will be changed to 6:00 p.m. so that Board Members may immediately open the meeting and then recess in order to tour the facilities. The regular business section of the meeting will resume at 7:30 p.m.

Mr. Egan informed Committee members of the proposal received from T&M Associates with regards to preparing design services, specifications and bid documents, and construction phase services for the replacement of the oil-water separator and 500 gallon underground storage tank. The proposal listed an estimate of probable costs of an amount of $23,145. Probable estimate for the fact that if any contamination exist other costs would be necessary. Committee members requested Mr. Egan to contact another vendor for quotes. Under “Other Matters”, Mr. Egan informed Committee members that PSE&G will begin vegetation maintenance activity along the 150 foot wide power line right-of- way pursuant to the court order filed on June 30, 2010. Mr. Galosi informed Committee members that the United States Department of Interior had requested permission to install a shallow ground-water observation well on the east side of Pine Street on the Middle School property. The well will be used by the U.S. Geological Surveys National Water-Quality Assessment program for conducting an investigation of ground water quality conditions in the Coastal Plain aquifer system. Committee members requested a copy of the agreement be forwarded to the district solicitor for approval. Mr. Galosi mentioned that the program is randomly selecting sites in South Jersey. Under Transportation, Mr. Egan reported to Committee members of the possibility of selling advertisement space on school buses. Mr. Egan had requested a legal opinion regarding this matter and New Jersey Administrative Code continues to prohibit advertisements of any kind on district school buses. The next meeting of the Facilities/Transportation Committee is tentatively scheduled during the third week of August. Mrs. Lamb asked Mr. Egan about the ground observation well at the Middle School. She was concerned about who is responsible and if the district would be liable. Mr. Egan responded that the well would be located along the Pine Street tree line and the Department of the Interior is responsible for the safety and maintenance of the well. C. Finance/Personnel Meeting: 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at Central Office Members Present: Jean Cohen, Pam Crepps, Jacqueline Plunkett and Harry

Shea in absence of Jim Herschel Others Present: Sal Illuzzi and Tom Egan Also in attendance was Dianne Snodgrass, Manager with Sodexo Food Services and Frank Monteleone, Network Administrator

The Committee meeting began with a discussion on Food Service. Committee members discussed the food service proposal for the 2010-11 with Dianne Snodgrass. Dianne proposed a $.05 to $.10 cent increase due to the cut of $.05 in subsidy by the state, increase in cost of labor, fuel based products, food and paper products. After a lengthy discussion Committee members requested that the lunch prices remain the same as the current year. The lunch prices will continue as follows: Elementary schools (Rush and New Albany) $2.00 Middle School $2.25 High School (three tier lunches) $2.25, $2.50 and $2.75 Sodexo’s management and general support fee would not increase for 2010-11 and they will guarantee a breakeven up to the amount of their fees. Shared services with Riverton Board of Education will continue and the cost per lunch will remain at $2.35. A choice of one hot and one cold lunch is provided Monday through Thursday. Committee members unanimously approved. St. Charles Borromeo had been interested in having Cinnaminson Township Public Schools provide lunches for 2010-11, but has reconsidered at this time. Their new principal wishes to evaluate their existing program. Committee members asked many questions and inquired to some concerns that had been asked of them. Mrs. Snodgrass responded and will investigate. Mrs. Snodgrass exited the meeting. Next, Frank Monteleone explained to Committee members the direction that the technology department was heading toward in the upcoming years. With the existing budget cut of $50,000 the desk top replacement schedule of 4-5 years would evolve into an 8-9 year rotation. His department has been investigating virtual desk tops computing. Moving to virtual desktop computing will allow us to provide the same quality of service within the new budget. Over the next five years they will convert existing desktop computer to virtual desktop clients. Therefore, Frank has requested to move some of his supply money into the equipment account in order to afford the new servers. Committee discussed and unanimously approved. Mr. Monteleone exited the meeting. Dr. Illuzzi informed Committee members of a number of issues related to personnel. At the regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 Board members will enter executive session to hold a grievance hearing related to an involuntary transfer of a staff member. Dr. Illuzzi informed Committee members of staff discipline matters that have been resolved. Also, as indicated in a previous Board meeting, Dr. Illuzzi had continued to make plans to bring back the CBE/CIE program at the High School. The program will be combined under one instructor who will also supervise the student field experiences and we will provide a stipend/contract as an extra class activity for a staff member to supervise the student store and DECA club activities. Dr. Illuzzi

mentioned that he has made plans for continuing the water festival for the 2010- 11 school year. In addition Dr. Illuzzi explained his plan for changing the Supervisor position for Social Studies/World language to a lead teacher for both departments at the High School. Committee members agreed with Dr. Illuzzi’s recommendation. Board members will be kept informed of available teaching positions as the weeks proceed. Lastly, Dr. Illuzzi discussed an ongoing legal matter. Next, Mr. Egan explained that effective July 1, 2010 the Governor had adjusted the public bidding threshold up from $29,000 to $36,000 and the quotation threshold up to $5,400. Contracts exceeding the thresholds are subject to requirements under the Public School Contracts Law. This change will be recommended for Board approval. Committee members unanimously approved Mr. Egan advised the Committee that an Affirmative Action Audit had been conducted by the state to determine if the district had complied with mandates administered by Public Law 1975, c127. The public law pertains to the inclusion of specific wording regarding the mandatory equal employment opportunity language to be included in certain contracts and pertains to specific documentation to keep on file. Next, Mr. Egan requested approval for the disposal of old broken and obsolete media center equipment from the Middle School. The request for disposal of equipment were supplied and approved by Committee. Committee members discussed the School Board convention to be held in October 2010. Committee members were not interested in attending and Mr. Egan will send out reminders in the weekly update. The next meeting of the Personnel/Finance Committe e will be scheduled during the third week of August. D. Policy/Legislation

Meeting: Thursday, July 15, 2010 District Administrative Office 8:15 p.m. Members present: Pam Crepps Linda DiMassimo Jim McGuckin Dolores Woodington Others present : Terry Luxenberg, Darlene Llewellyn & Sal Illuzzi

The meeting began with a first review of the following policies and regulations:

• 2320 Policy Independent Study Programs • 2428.1 Policy Standards-Based Instructional Priorities • 2431.1 Regulation Emergency Procedures for Athletic Practices And Competitions • 3147 Policy Retired Employees Awards • 3322 Policy Staff Member’s Use of Cellular Telephones • 4147 Policy Retired Employees Awards • 4435 Policy Anticipated Disability • 5200 Policy Attendance • 5200 Regulation Attendance • 5320 Policy Immunization • 5320 Regulation Immunization • 5512 Regulation Reporting Procedure - Hazing and/or Harassment, Intimidation, or Bullying • 8420 Policy Emergency and Crisis Situations • 8420.1 Regulation Fire and Fire Drills

The meeting began with a discussion of Policy and Regulation 5200, Attendance. Committee members approved certain changes and deleted an “insert” recommended by the school nurses until clarified as to intent. Per the recommendation of Terry Luxenberg, Committee members deleted that section of Policy 2428.1, Standards-Based Instructional Priorities related to the SRA process. Committee members made minor changes to R2431.1, Emergency Procedures for Athletic Practices and Competitions. Committee members requested that Policy 3322, Staff Member’s Use of Cellular Telephones be rewritten to reflect all “electronic communications.” With the above changes, Committee members unanimously recommended a first reading of policy and regulations by the Board at its July 20th meeting. Committee members also thanked Terry and Darlene for their attendance and input. 14. Recognition of members of the community wishing to speak on action items appearing on this agenda. Rich Rossi, 11 Parry Road, a recently retired teacher after 40 years of service addressed the Board. He said during the course of his career he had coached 85 seasons and had planned to continue coaching even though retired. On the last day of school he was told to come in for an interview for the cross country

coaching position. This is a position he had held for the past 6 years. He felt this was a bit strange but went along with the process. On July 1st he received a phone call from the Athletic Director that he was not being re-hired for the coaching position. The only explanation given was that the committee had decided not to re-hire him. Mr. Rossi said he was blindsided by this turn of events. When he had taken over the Cross Country position six (6) years ago the team was struggling and he had turned the program. During the last three (3) seasons the team had become very successful and the entire team is coming back this year. Mr. Rossi said that the reason he has come here tonight to provide the Board with the background and let them know that he feels it was inappropriate how this matter was handled. He said he would have appreciated a heads up and even though he had a nice conversation with the High School Principal he felt the need to get this off his chest to be able to move on. He added that he felt he deserved things to be handled differently and felt betrayed. Mrs. Cohen said that it is the district policy that in house staff has the right to apply for these positions first and that is what happened in this case. Someone in house had applied. Dr. Illuzzi said he wanted to acknowledge the fine work Mr. Rossi has done over the years. He added that as he explained when they met, nothing is guaranteed. There were three (3) sports affected in this same way. It was determined that they would hire high school staff first and that they felt it was best for everyone. This was not a personal decision and is no reflection on your coaching abilities. Mr. Shea said that he appreciates the 85 seasons which Mr. Rossi has coached. He added that he concurs with what has already been said in this regard. Mrs. Debbie Wojcik from the Lacrosse Club informed the Board that members of the club are present this evening in the event the Board has any questions or concerns. 15. Superintendent Recommendations: A. PERSONNEL

1. CERTIFICATED – Dr. Salvatore J. Illuzzi A motion was made by Mrs. Lamb, seconded by Mrs. Pl unkett, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor to approve the f ollowing: (a) Resignation That the Board accepts, with regrets, the resignation of Melissa Gardner, Social Studies Teacher at the High School, effective immediately for personal reasons.

EXPLANATION: Ms. Gardner worked at the High School since September 2008. (b) Appointments 1. That the Board approves the appointment of Hollie Helman as a full-time BSIP Reading Teacher at New Albany Elementary School during the 2010-2011 school year at a salary of $60,650 and is based on the 8th step of the MA salary guide. EXPLANATION: Mrs. Helman is replacing Heather Tocco during her leave of absence. Mrs. Helman worked as a long-term substitute the past school year. 2. That the Board approves the appointment of Victoria Vavricka as a full- time Marketing and Cooperative Business Education Coordinator/Teacher at the High School during the 2010-2011 school year at a salary of $69,400 and is based on the 13th step of the MA salary guide. (c) Salary Adjustments 1. That the Board approves a payment of $848 to Patti Bronecke, Elementary Teacher at Rush Intermediate School, for a clerical error with an earned longevity payment during 2008-2009 and 2009-2010; and, adjust her salary to $80,923 for the 2010-2011 school year. EXPLANATION: The earned longevity payment is for 25 years of total teaching experience with three years in Cinnaminson. 2. That the Board approves adjusting the salary of Christine Hawryluk, School Nurse at the Middle School, to $85,950 during the 2010-2011 school year which removes summer work days from her yearly salary per her request. EXPLANATION: Ms. Hawryluk’s summer work days will not be part of her yearly salary in accordance with her request. (d) Transfer Assignments That the Board approves the following transfer assignments during the 2010- 2011 school year:

• Tracy Bart HS .5 and NAS .5 Physical Education & Health • Matt Digney HS .5 and NAS .5 Physical Education & Health • Dave Schroeder RS .6 and HS .4 Physical Education & Health • Melissa Sassaman MS .4 and HS .6 Physical Education & Health

• Dean DiGrazio MS .4 and HS .6 Physical Education & Health • Kim Young NAS .4 and RS .6 Project Challenge • Kelly Victory RS 3rd Grade • Michael Fries RS 5th Grade • Michele Reissman RS BSIP Reading/LA/Math • Mary Cook RS .4 ICS and .6 RC 5th Grade • Sean Agin RS .4 RC and .6 ICS 3rd Grade • Karen Sweet RS .4 RC and .6 ICS 5th Grade • Sandra Davis RS LD 5th Grade • Tamsin Monnoleto RS ICS 4th Grade • Michelle Merrill RS .4 RC and .6 ICS 4th Grade • Carolyn Polino RS .4 RC and .6 ICS 4th Grade • Peg Schuster MS .6 RC & .4 ICS 7th & 8th Grades • Barbara Baskinger MS RC 6th & 7th Grades • Martha Zaun MS .4 RC and .6 ICS 7th & 8th Grades • Louise Mudrick MS .6 RC and .4 ICS 7th & 8th Grades • Alison Palat MS ICS 6th & 8th Grades • Susan Farber MS RC 6th & 7th Grades • Jennifer Reymann MS .8 RC and .2 ICS 6th, 7th, 8th Grades

(e) Extra-duty Appointments 1. That the Board ratifies and affirms a payment of $807 to David Hercock, Music Teacher, for the Rush Intermediate School Fiddle Club from January through June. EXPLANATION: This is an after-school strings program that was previously approved by the Board to begin in January 2010. 2. That the Board ratifies and affirms a payment of $4,749 to Amy Sellars for being the High School Assistant Softball Coach during the spring season. EXPLANATION: This appointment was inadvertently not submitted to the Central Office. 3. That the Board approves the extra-duty appointments for the summer and fall as attached in Appendix M. 4. That the Board approves Michael Noble to work four days at his per diem rate of pay to complete the required NJSMART submissions.

(f) Substitute Teachers

That the Board approves the reappointment/appointment of Substitute Teachers, to be called on an “as-needed” basis for the 2010/2011 school year as attached in Appendix N. (g) Tutors That the Board approves the reappointment/appointment of Tutors, to be called on an “as-needed” basis, effective retroactive to July 1, 2010, for the 2010/2011 school year as attached in Appendix O.

(h) Student Teachers

1. That the Board approves Lisa Desjardins as a Student Teacher Placement from Rider University, effective January 24 through April 30, 2011, under the supervision of Stephanie Landritsi, BSIP Kdg. Teacher, New Albany School. 2. That the Board approves Andrew Rinaldi as a Student Teacher

Placement from University of the Arts, effective October 27 through December 17, 2010, under the supervision of Deborah Knisely, Music Teacher, High School.

3. That the Board approves Amanda Alves as a Field Experience Placement from October 27 through December 1, 2010 and a Student Teacher Placement from March 14 through May 6, 2011, under the supervision of Dan Fourney, Social Studies Teacher, Middle School. 2. NON-CERTIFICATED – Dr. Salvatore J. Illuzzi

A motion was made by Mrs. Plunkett, seconded by Mr. McGuckin, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor to approve the following:

(a) Emergent Approval of Employee Hiring

That the Board approves that an Application for Emergent Hiring be submitted to the County Superintendent of Schools in accordance with the revised statute for the following employee(s) along with the attestation form(s):

• Ryan Rickus – Sub Teacher Aide – Insufficient subs

(b) Termination

That the Board approves the Termination from Employment of Joseph Gosizk, from the position of Flex-time Maintenance Worker (BCIT student), effective retroactive to July 7, 2010. (c) Reappointments/Appointments

1. That the Board approves the reappointment from RIF status of Karen Haddon to the position of 12 Month Clerk/Guidance Office – High School, effective retroactive to July 1, 2010, at a salary of $32,966 which is based on Step 2 of the 12 Mo. Clerk salary guide for the 2010/2011 school year.

EXPLANATION: Karen is replacing Peg McGough. 2. That the Board approves the reappointment from RIF status of

Milissa Kennedy to the position of 10 Month Clerical Aide – High School, 6.5 hrs. daily, effective September 1, 2010, at a salary of $16.56/hr., which is based on Step 9 of the Clerical Aide salary guide for the 2010/2011 school year.

EXPLANATION: Milissa Kennedy is being rehired.

3. That the Board approves the reappointment from RIF status of

Adrienne Iannuzzi to the position of 12 Month Secretary/Career Resource Center – High School, effective retroactive to July 1, 2010, at a salary of $38,031 which is based on Step 7 of the 12 Mo. Secretary salary guide for the 2010/2011 school year.

EXPLANATION: Adrienne is replacing Joyce Marten.

4. That the Board approves the appointment of Mary Daniel, to the

position of SAC General Aide – Memorial School, 3 hrs. daily, effective September 1, 2010, at a salary of $8.00/hr. for the 2010/2011 school year.

EXPLANATION: Mary is replacing Mary Kerns-Pancoast.

5. That the Board approves the appointment of Bryan Horen, to the

position of SAC General Aide – Memorial School, 3 hrs. daily, effective September 1, 2010, at a salary of $8.00/hr. for the 2010/2011 school year.

EXPLANATION: Bryan is replacing Robert Zona.

6. That the Board approves the appointment of Adam Wilczynski, to the position of SAC General Aide – Memorial School, 3 hrs. daily, effective September 1, 2010, at a salary of $8.00/hr. for the 2010/2011 school year.

EXPLANATION: Adam is replacing Shanelle Needs.

(d) Transfers

1. That the Board approves the transfer of Karen Hammon from the position of SE Aide/Resource Room – Middle School to SE Aide/Resource Room – High School, effective September 1, 2010 for the 2010/2011 school year.

EXPLANATION: Reduction in need of one (1) SE Aide/Classroom at the

Middle School. 2. That the Board approves the transfer of Diane DiBenedetto from the

position of SE Aide/Personal – New Albany School to SE Aide/Personal – Rush School, effective September 1, 2010 for the 2010/2011 school year.

EXPLANATION: The assigned student is moving on to Rush

School. 3. That the Board approves the transfer of Patricia Schuster from the

position of SE Aide/Personal – Rush School to SE Aide/Personal – Middle School, effective September 1, 2010 for the 2010/2011 school year.

EXPLANATION: The assigned student is moving on to Middle

School. (e) Summer Hours

1. That the Board approves Marita Barth – Special Ed. Aide/Personal – New Albany School, to work summer hours with her assigned student during the SMART reading program, 1.5 hrs. each day from June 23 through July 15, 2010.

2. That the Board approves Diane DiBenedetto – Special Ed.

Aide/Personal – New Albany School, to work summer hours transposing activity sheets into Braille for her assigned student, for one day on September 2, 2010.

(f) Job Descriptions

That the Board approves the following Job Descriptions as attached in Appendix P:

• Secretary, Career Resource Center – High School H-69 • Clerk, Guidance Office – High School H-70 • Student Activity Center, Asst. to SAC Director SAC-4

(g) Substitutes

1. That the Board approves the reappointment/appointment of Substitute Teacher Aides to be called on an “as-needed” basis for the 2010/2011 school year as attached in Appendix Q. 2. That the Board approves the reappointment/appointment of Substitute School Bus Drivers and Aides to be called on an “as- needed” basis for the 2010/2011 school year as attached in Appendix R. 3. That the Board approves the reappointment/appointment of Substitute SAC Aides to be called on an “as-needed” basis for the 2010/2011 school year as attached in Appendix S.

B. CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION – Mrs. Terry Luxenberg A motion was made by Mrs. Crepps, seconded by Mrs. Plunkett, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor to approve the following: 1. 2010-2011 School Calendar That the Board reviews and approves calendar revision B as attached in Appendix T. Mrs. Lamb asked for an explanation of the calendar changes and the reason for the changes and Dr. Illuzzi responded. He said the main change was moving Spring Break to a week earlier than originally approved. He noted that the reason for this change is because we were notified that State testing will begin on May 3rd and if the Break was not changed the students would only be back for one (1) day and then have to begin testing. We have also built two (2) snow days into the calendar. 2. NCLB 2009-2010 Amendment That the Board approves the NCLB 2009-2010 Amendment as follows:

Title I: $10,546 (public) Title IIA: $22,377 (public) Title IIA: $ 341 (private) Title IID: $ 103 (private) Title IV: $ 411 (private) EXPLANATION: The funds listed will be carried over for use in 2010-2011 for public and private schools. Title I and IIA public monies will be spent on the currently running summer SMART program, after school tutoring, and professional development for 2010-2011 and added to 2010-2011 NCLB funding when it is available. The application for 2010-2011 is not yet available. 3. Title IV Performance Report That the Board approves the Title IV Performance Report as submitted on-line. EXPLANATION: All programs were completed as planned. 4. Building Affirmative Action Officers That the Board approves building Affirmative Action Officers: New Albany School Kerry DiSimone Rush Intermediate School Maureen Mareletto Middle School John Layden High School Hamm Kolev 5. Professional Development Travel That the Board approves Professional Development Travel as attached in Appendix U. 6. Instructional Materials That the Board approves the following instructional materials as attached in Appendix V: Handwriting, Zaner-Bloser - Grade 1 Handwriting, Zaner-Bloser - Grade 2 Handwriting, Zaner-Bloser - Grade 3 Student Dictionary, Spanish-English; English Spanish, Larousse - MS 6-8 7. Field Trips That the Board approves Field Trips as attached in Appendix W.

8. Boys JV Lacrosse Sanctioned Team That the Board approves the establishment of a Boys JV Lacrosse Sanctioned Team at the High School as a community sponsored program at no cost to the district as attached in Appendix X. Mrs. Lamb asked if the district has any liability with regard to this team. Dr. Illuzzi responded that they would be covered under the district’s insurance policy and after checking with our insurance broker we were informed there would be no additional charge for this coverage. Mrs. Lamb asked if we had reached out to the Ice Hockey team as well. Dr. Illuzzi said there is no issue with the Ice Hockey team. The Lacrosse Team is for Cinnaminson students only which is not the case with the hockey team. Dr. Illuzzi added that the community group has agreed to establish an account for a two (2) year period to cover cost of this program. If someone cannot afford the fee to participate that student would not be prevented from playing. Mr. McGuckin said he had called to discuss this team with Dr. Illuzzi today and he supports the program. Mr. Shea commented that with money being as it is today we can’t do everything for everyone and he commends this group for their contribution. He said he too is happy to support this team. Dr. Illuzzi said that Mr. Shea, Mrs. Cohen and Mr. McGuckin had all called to make sure they understood everything with regard to this team and he appreciated their calls.

C. SPECIAL EDUCATION – Dr. Salvatore Illuzzi A motion was made by Mrs. DiMassimo, seconded by Mr s. Lamb, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor, except ite m 3., placements at Montessori Academy, and Orchard Friends, 7 ayes, 1 nay (Lamb), 1 absent to approve the following:

1. Consultant Agreements

(a) That the Board approves the following consultant agreements:

• The Learning Well for training class for MD-K and MD-1 & 2 from September 7, 2010 through June 17, 2011 at the rate of $100 per hour

• The Learning Well for ABA services at the rate of $32.50 per hour and consultation services at the rate of $100 per hour from September 7, 2010 through June 17, 2011

• The Learning Well for consultation at the rates of $100 per hour for time spent providing the consultation, $100 per report for progress reports; and $100 per hour for time spent attending IEP meetings from September 17, 2010 through June 15, 2011

(b) That the Board ratifies and affirms the following consultant agreements:

• Meryl Rosenblum for speech services at the rate of $130 per hour from July 1, 2010 through August 12, 2010

• ABC Consultants, LLC for consultation services at the rate of $130 per hour from July 7, 2010 through August 13, 2010

• The Learning Well for ABA and consultant services at the rates of $32.50 per hour and $100 per hour from June 21, 2010 through August 20, 2010

• The Learning Well for ABA and consultant services at the rates of $32.50 and $100 per hour from July 1, 2010 through July 29, 2010

• The Learning Well for ABA and consultant services at the rates of $32.50 and $100 per hour from July 1, 2010 through August 12, 2010

• The Learning Well for shadowing and consultant services at the rates of $25 and $100 per hour from June 21, 2010 through August 6, 2010

• The Learning Well for ABA and consultant services at the rates of $32.50 and $100 per hour from July 5, 2010 through July 30, 2010

• The Learning Well for ABA and consulting services at the rates of $32.50 and $100 per hour from July 5, 2010 through July 30, 2010

2. ESU Agreement

That the Board approves an agreement for professional services with Educational Services Unit of Burlington County to provide varied services to the district during the 2010-2011 school year as attached in Appendix Y. 3. Extended School Year Programs That the Board approves extended school year programs for Summer 2010 as attached in Appendix Z. Mrs. Lamb asked what ages are included at the Montessori Academy placements. Dr. Illuzzi responded that this is a pre-school placement and this is the second year of attendance. The IEP determines the best placement to suit the needs of the students. Mrs. Lamb said that she did not feel comfortable voting to approve the placement at St. Joseph’s as the name denotes a religious affiliation. Dr. Illuzzi responded

that this is not correct. This is an approved residential private school for severely handicapped students. Mrs. Lamb said if this is not a religious affiliation then she would vote to approve the placement. D. POLICY – Dr. Salvatore Illuzzi A motion was made by Mrs. Cohen, seconded by Mr. Mc Guckin, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor to approve t he following:

1. First Reading That the Board approves the first reading of the following new and/or revised policies and regulations as attached in Appendix AA:

• 2320 Policy Independent Study Programs • 2428.1 Policy Standards-Based Instructional Priorities • 2431.1 Regulation Emergency Procedures for Athletic Practices And Competitions • 3147 Policy Retired Employees Awards • 4147 Policy Retired Employees Awards • 4435 Policy Anticipated Disability • 5200 Policy Attendance • 5200 Regulation Attendance • 5320 Policy Immunization • 5320 Regulation Immunization • 5512 Regulation Reporting Procedure - Hazing and/or Harassment, Intimidation, or Bullying • 8420 Policy Emergency and Crisis Situations • 8420.1 Regulation Fire and Fire Drills

Dr. Illuzzi noted that Mrs. Luxenberg and Mrs. Llewellyn were present at the committee meeting to assist with the review of policies. Mrs. Lamb asked what is meant by an anticipated disability. Dr. Illuzzi responded that this would be an expected maternity leave. 16. Board Secretary/Business Administrator recommendations: Mr. Tom Egan A motion was made by Mr. McGuckin, seconded by Mrs. Plunkett, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor to approve the following: A. GRANTS

1. Acceptance of Funds (a) That the Board accepts Nonpublic Nursing Aid in the amount of $67.35 per pupil for the 2010-2011 school year as follows and as attached in Appendix BB. Saint Charles Borromeo 209 $14,076.00 Westfield Friends School 173 $11,652.00 (b) That the Board accepts Nonpublic Textbook Aid in the amount of $56.84 per pupil for the 2010-2011 school year as follows and as attached in Appendix CC. Saint Charles Borromeo 209 $11,880.00 Westfield Friends School 173 $ 9,833.00

(c) That the Board accepts Chapters 192/193 Aid for the 2010-2011 school year as follows and as attached in Appendix DD. Compensatory Education $52,748.00 Initial Examination & Classification $13,387.00 Annual Examination & Classification $ 4,156.00 Corrective Speech $29,728.00 Supplemental Instruction $13,202.00

B. FINANCE 1. Estimated Tuition Rates for the 2010-2011 School Year

Kindergarten $ 9,896.00 Grades 1 – 5 $12,918.00 Grades 6 – 8 $13,421.00 Grades 9 – 12 $13,598.00 Preschool Handicapped $15,035.00 Learning, Language Disability $12,875.00 Multiple Disability $19,504.00

C. OPERATIONS

1. Increase in Bid Threshold That the Board pursuant to N.J.S.A.18A:18A-1 approves the resolution to increase the bid threshold amount from $29,000 to $36,000 as attached in Appendix EE.

2. Donations That the Board accepts with appreciation a donation in the amount of $2,277.80 from the Home & School Association to the Cinnaminson Middle School for the purchase of trophy cases. 3. United States Department of the Interior Geological Survey That the Board approve the request from the United States Department of the Interior to grant permission to install and sample a shallow groundwater observation well on the east side of Pine Street on the Middle School property in accordance with the Well Drilling/Sampling Agreement as attached in Appendix FF. EXPLANATION: This well will be used by the U.S. Geological Surveys (USGS) National Water-Quality Assessment (NAWQA) program. The analysis of ground-water samples obtained from this well will be used to define water-quality conditions in developed areas of Southern New Jersey. Mrs. Cohen asked if this agreement was sent to the Solicitor for review. Mr. Egan responded, yes, and that Frank Cavallo had approved the agreement. D. CONTRACTS 1. Food Service Management That the Board approve the renewal addendum with Sodexo Management, Inc; this addendum begins on July 1, 2010 and ends on June 30, 2011; the addendum can be no longer than one (1) year in duration; with the option to renew the agreement for three (3) additional one (1) year terms. The FSMC shall be entitled to a General Support Services Allowance equal to Nine Cents ($.09) per Pattern Meal and Meal Equivalent for the 2010-2011 contract year; computed at the end of each Accounting Period and prorated for any partial Accounting Period. The District shall pay Sodexo a Management Fee in an amount equal to Ten Cents ($.10) per Pattern Meal and Meal Equivalent for the 2010-2011 contract year. The Management Fee shall be calculated at the end of each Accounting Period during the school year and prorated for any partial Accounting Period. If the Food Service operations result in a Deficit during the 2010-2011 school year, the following shall apply:

Sodexo shall reimburse the District for the Deficit in an amount not to exceed one hundred percent (100%) of Sodexo’s annual Management Fee and General Support Services Allowance (“Sodexo’s Share”). Sodexo reserves the right to recover any such reimbursement made during the current contract year from that year’s Surplus on a monthly basis; and Deficit in excess of Sodexo’s Share shall be borne by the District. 2. Interlocal Service Agreement That the Board approve the renewal of the Interlocal Service Agreement for food service between the Cinnaminson Board of Education and the Riverton Board of Education for the 2010-2011 school year as attached in Appendix GG.

17. Other Business - None 18. Recognition of members of the public wishing to speak Mrs. Debbie Wojcik thanked the Board for their support of the Lacrosse Team and added that they look forward to making this program a success. 19. Comments from Board Mrs. Lamb said she recalls that the Class of 75 had a Lacrosse team. She also said thank you for the donation and told Mr. Rossi that she was sorry about the coaching position adding that the policy is to give the position to internal people first but that she appreciates all of his service to the students and thanked him for coming this evening. Mrs. Crepps said that Alex Lagay had mentioned Project Graduation during his report. She noted that it takes a lot of parents to make this event happen each year. She said there were only 40 students who did not attend and it was a great event for all who attended. She also said thank you to Mr. Rossi and added that he will be missed. Mr. McGuckin said thank you to Mr. Rossi for his 40 years of service to the district. Also, thank you for the donation and congratulations to the Lacrosse Team. Mrs. Plunkett said congratulations to the Lacrosse Team and that she is looking forward to seeing the success of this program. Also, welcome to Debbie Banecker, thank you to Mr. Rossi, we will miss you. Mrs. Cohen said welcome to Alex Lagay. She also said thank you for the donation and thanked Mr. Rossi for all of his many years of service to the district. Welcome to Debbie Banecker!

Mrs. Woodington said she agrees with what has already been said and thanked Mr. Rossi for his many years of service. Mrs. DiMassimo said thank you to Mr. Rossi. She said he is an icon in Cinnaminson and will be missed. She added that it is unfortunate that after so many years he is leaving on somewhat of a sour note. Mr. Shea said thank you for the donation. He also welcomed Debbie Banecker and commended the Lacrosse parents group on a very well done proposal. He also thanked Mr. Rossi for his many years of service to the district. He commented that 85 seasons of coaching is phenomenal. He agreed that Mr. Rossi should have gotten more than a phone call when he was not going to be re-hired into the coaching position. 20. At 8:57 p.m. a motion was made by Mrs. Cohen, secon ded by Mr. McGuckin, all ayes in favor, that there being no f urther business the meeting was adjourned. The next regular meeting of the Board of Education will be held on Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 120 at the Middle School. Respectfully submitted, Thomas W. Egan, Jr. /ck Board Secretary/Business Administrator