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STRONGSVILLE BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING NOVEMBER 21, 2013 REGULAR MEETING

The Regular Meeting of the Strongsville Board of Education and any other items germane to the Board of Education was called to order at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 21, 2013, at the High School Media Center, 20025 Lunn Road, Strongsville, Ohio, by President, David R. Frazee. All members of the Board and media were notified of this meeting in compliance with Section 121.22 O.R.C., effective November 28, 1975.

The following Board Members answered Roll Call: Mrs. Ruth Brickley, Mr. David Frazee, Mr. Richard Micko, Mr. Carl Naso, and Mrs. Jennifer Sinisgalli.

Others present were: Mr. John Krupinski, Superintendent; Ms. Deborah Herrmann, Treasurer; Mr. Cameron Ryba, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Staff Development; and Mr. Mark Donnelly, Director of Business Services and Technology.

This meeting was videotaped and is part of the official minutes. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE RECOGNITION A. NATIONAL SOLO ICE DANCE CHAMPIONSHIPS – MEDALIST

Presenter: Mr. David Riley, Principal, Albion Middle School

▫ Eva Pate, Albion Middle School 8th Grade, Fourth Place Medalist SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY Congratulations to Eva Pate.

Superintendent Krupinski reflected on many things for which we should be thankful. On behalf of the Strongsville City School staff, Mr. Krupinski wished everyone a very happy, relaxing, and enjoyable Thanksgiving.

Mr. Krupinski commented on an electronic media article that incorrectly reported that Strongsville City Schools may not have been compliant in regard to safety plans. The District is compliant, and all the District’s buildings have appropriate safety plans filed at the Attorney General’s Office. PUBLIC COMMENT In regards to a newspaper article about an ongoing legal case the Cleveland Teachers’ Union has against the Strongsville School District, Mr. Robert Becker, Strongsville resident, inquired as to what the cost is to the District to pursue the case.

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APPROVAL OF MINUTES 13-11-07 Moved by Mrs. Brickley to approve the minutes of the October 3, 2013 Regular Board of Education Meeting and October 17, 2013 Regular Board of Education Meeting. All district video and audio recordings will be a permanent part of the minutes, seconded by Mr. Naso and approved on a roll call vote as follows:

All Board approved minutes are available at http://schools.strongnet.org/strongsville/minutes.html. Mrs. Brickley, yes; Mr. Naso, yes; Mrs. Sinisgalli, yes; Mr. Micko, yes; Mr. Frazee, yes. Motion carried 5-0 TREASURER’S REPORT *A. Financial Report for Month Ending October 31, 2013

Resolution 13-11-08 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Treasurer that the Financial Report for the month ending October 31, 2013 be approved. (Exhibit A) *B. FY14 Amended Permanent Appropriations

Resolution 13-11-09 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Treasurer that the Amended Permanent Appropriations for FY14 be approved. (Exhibit B) *C. Student Activity Program Purpose, Goals and Proposed Budget for FY14

Resolution 13-11-10 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Treasurer that the following Student Activity Program Purpose, Goals and Proposed Budget for FY14 be approved:

School/Program Fund Budget Strongsville High School Dance Team 200-9930 $13,500 (Exhibit C)

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TREASURER’S REPORT (continued) *D. Grant Approval

Resolution 13-11-11 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Treasurer that approval be granted to accept a Grant from the ESC of Cuyahoga County for the High School Higher Education Alignment Project.

School/Program Fund/SPCC Budget Strongsville High School HS Higher Education Grant 019-9910 $6,000

*E. After-the-Fact Purchase Order Approval

Resolution 13-11-12 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Treasurer that in accordance with O.R.C, the Board approves the following after-the-fact purchase orders, and the Treasurer be authorized to sign the Fiscal Certificate for the following purchase orders and approve payments:

Vendor Purchase Order Date Amount Purchased Edmentum, Inc. 2141329 10/10/13 $34,680.00 09/24/13 Plato Courseware

JR Funding Support Services 2141277 10/01/13 $ 1,100.00 09/30/13 E-Rate Support Services

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

A. TIMELY INFORMATION School will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday November 27-29. School will resume December 2nd.

The community is invited to attend an open house at the Strongsville Preschool prior to the December 5th Board of Education meeting. The open house will be from 5:30-6:30 p.m. The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m.

*1. Greater Cleveland Conference – Athletics

Resolution 13-11-13 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approves membership of the Strongsville City Schools, beginning with the 2015-2016 school year, in the newly formed Greater Cleveland Conference for athletics. B. CURRICULUM AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT *1. Student Teacher Agreement

Resolution 13-11-14

Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Student Teacher Agreement between the University of the Cumberlands and Strongsville City School District be approved as presented.

(Exhibit D)

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SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT (continued) B. CURRICULUM AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT (continued) *2. Student Teacher Placement

Resolution 13-11-15

Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following student teacher shall be placed:

Zachary Zivkovic Strongsville High School, assigned to Brian Tumino, January 6 –

April 28, 2014. A student at the University of the Cumberlands.

*3. Student Teacher Methods Field Placements

Resolution 13-11-16

Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following students shall be placed for the purpose of methods field experience:

Jill Hansen Strongsville High School, assigned to Kelly Ribblett for 15 hours of observation, to be completed by December 6, 2013. A student at Baldwin Wallace University.

Brittany Lightel Surrarrer Elementary School, assigned to Kathy Janke and Jay Mutti for 15 hours of observation and the teaching of five lessons, to be completed by December 6, 2013. A student at Baldwin Wallace University.

Timothy Murphy Center Middle School, assigned to Paula Hartsough for 15 hours of observation and the teaching of five lessons, to be completed by December 6, 2013. A student at Baldwin Wallace University.

*4. Overnight Trip – Strongsville High School Varsity Ice Hockey Team

Resolution 13-11-17

Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that permission be granted to the Strongsville High School Varsity Ice Hockey Team to travel to Columbus, Ohio to participate in the Chiller Thanksgiving Classic Hockey Tournament, November 29 – December 1, 2013. Transportation will be provided by parents and expenses will be paid by the Strongsville Hockey Association.

*5. Strongsville High School German Students – Trip to Germany, Italy, and Switzerland

Resolution 13-11-18

Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that permission be granted to Strongsville High School German teacher, Christina Potter, to travel with German students to Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. The trip will take place June 12-21, 2015. Expenses associated with the trip will be paid by participating students. If necessary, the trip may be postponed or the destination changed, depending on world events at the time.

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SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT (continued) C. PUPIL SERVICES

*1. Special Needs Solutions, LLC

Resolution 13-11-19

Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Strongsville Board of Education enters into an agreement with Special Needs Solutions, LLC for the 2013-2014 school year to provide consultation and training to staff in the area of intervention services. The services will be paid from the Part B IDEIA Grant.

(Exhibit E) 2. Resolution to Authorize Litigation

13-11-20 Moved by Mrs. Brickley to approve the resolution to authorize litigation per Exhibit F, seconded by Mrs. Sinisgalli and approved on a roll call vote as follows: Mrs. Brickley, yes; Mrs. Sinisgalli, yes; Mr. Naso, yes; Mr. Micko, yes; Mr. Frazee, yes. Motion carried 5-0

(Exhibit F)

D. HUMAN RESOURCES *1. Resignation – Non-Certificated

Resolution 13-11-21 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following non-certificated resignation be accepted:

Laura Riegelsberger, Monitor assigned to Muraski Elementary and Albion Middle School. Effective November 15, 2013. Resignation – Certificated Supplemental Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following certificated supplemental resignation be accepted:

Douglas Cicerchi, Assistant Girls’ Basketball Coach, Strongsville High School. Effective October 18, 2013. Retirement – Non-Certificated Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following non-certificated retirement be approved:

William Koegle, Senior Technical Assistant assigned to Strongsville High School. Effective December 31, 2013.

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SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT (continued) D. HUMAN RESOURCES (continued) *2. Appointments – Non-Certificated

Resolution 13-11-22 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following non-certificated personnel appointments be approved:

Maritza Condeni, Cafeteria Hourly, 3 hours per day, 188 days per year prorated, hourly rate to be $11.97 Step A. Effective October 14, 2013. Replacement for Avril Isernia. *2. Appointments – Non-Certificated (continued) Tracie DiSalvo, Monitor, 3 hours per day, 188 days per year prorated, hourly rate to be $12.99 Step A. Effective November 4, 2013. Replacement for Oksana Diaczun.

Heidi Tvorik, Reading Monitor, 2 hours per day, 188 days per year prorated, hourly rate to be $14.59 Step J. This is a second position. Replacement for Laura Reigelsberger. Effective November 18, 2013.

Appointments – Certificated Substitutes Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following certificated personnel be hired as substitutes for the 2013-2014 school year. Salary per the substitute salary schedule as follows: $85.00 daily rate; $90.00 (7-9 days); $112.00 (20-59 days); BA/0 $208.48 (60 days) consecutive assignment. Speech/Language Therapist schedule to be $208.48 daily rate.

Courtney Acker Middle Childhood: Language Arts and Reading 4-9, Social Studies 4-9 Kayla Durichko Early Childhood PS-3

Donna Doeberling Intervention Specialist K-12: Developmentally Handicapped, Severe Behavior Handicapped, Specific Learning Disabled

Heidi Kanz Elementary K-8 Sally Lucas Intervention Specialist K-12: Mild/Moderate, Multi-Age Visual Art K-12 Dawn Macey Physical Education K-12, Health K-12 Kristina Rynties Early Childhood PS-3 Leslie Szabo Physical Education K-12

Appointments – Non-Certificated Substitutes Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following non-certificated personnel be hired as substitutes for the 2013-2014 school year. Salary per the substitute salary schedule as follows: Aide $7.85; Bus Driver $13.80-$14.30; Cafeteria $7.85; Clerical $7.85; Custodian $9.63; Maintenance $15.00; Mechanic $10.17; Field Trip $14.22; Sign Language Interpreter $23.90.

Mary Ann Foster Sign Language Interpreter Effective November 4, 2013 Katherine Swigonski Bus Driver Effective November 11, 2013 Ann Timms Bus Driver, Monitor, Cafeteria Hourly Effective August 20, 2013

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SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT (continued) D. HUMAN RESOURCES (continued) *2. Appointment – Certificated Supplemental Contract – Prorated Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following certificated personnel be awarded a supplemental contract for the 2013-2014 school year. Salary to be prorated.

Lori Coulter Student Council Advisor, Zellers Elementary Appointments – Certificated Supplemental Contracts – Paid Upon Completion Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following certificated personnel be awarded supplemental contracts for the 2013-2014 school year. Salary to be paid upon completion.

Bradley Aurand Assistant Baseball Coach, SHS Jason Frederick Assistant Baseball Coach, SHS Appointments – Non-Certificated Supplemental Contracts – Paid Upon Completion Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following non-certificated personnel be awarded supplemental contracts for the 2013-2014 school year based upon receipt of pupil activity permit, concussion certificate, NFHS certificate, Sports First Aide certificate, clear FBI/BCII background check, and CPR. These positions have been offered to those employees of the district who have a certificate of a type described in Section 3319.08 of the Revised Code and no such employee qualified to fill this position has accepted it. Salary to be paid upon completion.

Michael Bolger .5 Assistant Wrestling Coach, SHS Max Cuevas .5 Assistant Wrestling Coach, SHS Joseph Garner Head Boys’ Basketball Coach, AMS Carissa Silva .67 Assistant Girls’ Basketball Coach, SHS Albert Madsen Assistant Wrestling Coach, SHS Paul Martins Head Boys’ Tennis Coach, SHS Dawn Thall .67 Assistant Girls’ Basketball Coach, SHS Jeffrey Zbydniewski .66 Assistant Girls’ Basketball Coach, SHS Appointments – Certificated Tutor Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following certificated personnel be hired as home instruction tutors. Hourly rate to be $23.90.

Jess Attilli Delores Bielicki Danielle Blackman Jennifer Keck Michele Mudryk Angela Pritts Alison Rafter Andrea Zak

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SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT (continued) D. HUMAN RESOURCES (continued) *3. Changes in FTE – Certificated

Resolution 13-11-23 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following certificated changes in FTE be approved:

Elyse Galizio From .8 FTE to 1 FTE Effective October 28, 2013 Eileen Kerr From .8 FTE to 1 FTE Effective October 28, 2013 Changes in Hours – Non-Certificated Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following non-certificated changes in hours be approved: Patricia Thomas from 3 hours per day to 4.5 hours per day, Monitor (one year only). Effective August 20, 2013.

Heidi Tvorik, one additional hour per day, Reading Monitor (one year only). Effective October 8, 2013. Changes in Hours – Non-Certificated – Transportation Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following non-certificated changes in hours be approved effective October 21, 2013: Maureen Albietz From 7.83 to 8.00 Martin Barrett From 5.17 to 5.42 Susan Beres From 5.17 to 5.75 Margaret Berk From 4.42 to 4.33 Annette Bokar From 4.92 to 5.00 Joseph Borovicka From 5.58 to 5.67 Linda Cancelliere From 5.08 to 5.17 Michalan Capitoni From 5.25 to 5.17 Denise Dell’Anno From 5.42 to 5.50 Theresa DiSanto From 5.42 to 5.58 Mary Ann Douglas From 5.50 to 5.58 Rolland Ferryman From 4.83 to 4.92 Karen Figush From 7.17 to 7.42 Richard Figush From 4.83 to 4.58 Diane Forge From 7.92 to 8.00 John Gasparro From 5.52 to 5.58 Elizabeth Goins From 5.00 to 5.08 Cynthia Hamlin From 8.00 to 7.92 James Harrison From 4.75 to 5.33 Diana Hess From 5.50 to 5.42 Marilyn Hochevar From 7.83 to 7.92 Iris Jones From 7.83 to 7.92 Denise Kisela From 5.75 to 5.67

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SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT (continued) D. HUMAN RESOURCES (continued) *3. Changes in Hours – Non-Certificated – Transportation (continued)

Michael Koopman From 4.58 to 5.42 Charlotte Koz From 4.42 to 4.33 Karen Lawrence From 5.42 to 5.58 Mary Leindecker From 4.75 to 5.33 James Lucsik From 5.83 to 6.00 Connie Lumsden From 5.67 to 5.50 Harry Matlock From 5.50 to 5.17 Kathleen Mikolajczyk From 5.92 to 5.75 Susan Musil From 5.17 to 5.33 Mary Pawlowski From 4.67 to 5.17 Gene Potocar From 7.50 to 7.67 Norman Randa From 4.67 to 5.17 Annmarie Roff From 4.92 to 5.00 John Seitz From 7.92 to 8.00 Laura Snowberger From 5.50 to 5.58 Kathy Starek From 5.58 to 5.42 Ronald Stofan From 5.42 to 5.33 Judy Vanderwyst From 5.08 to 5.17 Paula Williams From 8.00 to 7.83 *4. Changes in Status – Non-Certificated

Resolution 13-11-24 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following non-certificated changes in status be approved: Lisa Davis, change from Clerk II-Curriculum, 7.5 hours per day, 215 days to Special Education Aide/Attendant, 6 hours per day, 188 days, hourly rate $14.76 prorated. Effective October 7, 2013. Per Article 11.3 of the Negotiated Agreement. Kimberly Heil, change from Special Education Aide/Attendant, 6 hours per day, 153 days to Special Education Aide/Attendant, 6.5 hours per day, 188 days, no change to hourly rate. Effective November 11, 2013. Replacement for Joanna O’Bryon. Joanna O’Bryon, change from Special Education Aide/Attendant, 6.5 hours per day, 188 days to Clerk II-Curriculum, 7.5 hours per day, 260 days, hourly rate $14.55 prorated. Effective November 4, 2013. Replacement for Lisa Davis, negotiated change to position days. Margaret Stopak, change from Educational Support Aide, Chapman to Educational Support Aide, Drake. Temporary transfer due to a medical leave. Effective November 12, 2013.

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SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT (continued) D. HUMAN RESOURCES (continued) *5. Salary Upgrade – Certificated

Resolution 13-11-25 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the salary of the following certificated employee be upgraded due to receipt of verification of experience:

Allison Kelades From BA/0 to BA/2 *6. Stipend – Certificated – Rotary Interact Club

Resolution 13-11-26 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following stipend for the Rotary Interact Club be approved. The $1,500.00 stipend to be paid upon completion.

John Young Incentive Stipends – Leadership Responsibility Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following stipends be approved. Stipend to be paid prorated.

James Carpenter Elementary Curriculum Liaison $5,000.00 Jennifer Pelko Secondary Curriculum Liaison $2,500.00

Andy Trujillo Elementary Curriculum Liaison $5,000.00 Vicki Turner Secondary Curriculum Liaison $2,500.00

*7. Leaves – Family Medical – Non-Certificated

Resolution 13-11-27 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following non-certificated family medical leaves be approved:

Diane Forge From September 16, 2013 to October 23, 2013 Dorothy Gobleck From November 4, 2013 to November 26, 2013 Sheryl Lange From August 20, 2013 to October 16, 2013 James Lucsik From September 19, 2013 to November 1, 2013 Vincent Marimberga From July 1, 2013 (Intermittent) Nancy Perchinski From August 7, 2013 (Intermittent) Charlene Thomas From July 25, 2013 to August 5, 2013 Leaves – Family Medical – Certificated Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following certificated family medical leaves be approved: Jamie Bailey Extending December 2, 2013 to December 16, 2013 Lynn Wisniewski From October 8, 2013 to November 4, 2013

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SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT (continued) D. HUMAN RESOURCES (continued) *8. Substitute Pay Rate Additions – Non-Certificated

Resolution 13-11-28 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the rate of pay for the following non-certificated substitute group be added to the substitute salary schedule:

Sign Language Interpreter Hourly: $23.90 Daily: $167.30 (7 hours per day) *9. Volunteer Coaches

Resolution 13-11-29 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following volunteers be approved to coach students based upon receipt of a clear BCI/FBI background check, pupil activity certificate, CPR, Concussion Certificate, NFHS Certificate, and Sports First Aide Certificate:

Vincent Colwell Swimming Coach Al Bokar Baseball Coach Michael Giampietro Baseball Coach Jerry Grammes Wrestling Coach Matthew Koz Wrestling Coach Grant Rose Baseball Coach *10. Change to Agenda – Non-Certificated Reduction in Force

Resolution 13-11-30 Be it resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the following change to the September 19, 2013 Agenda be approved:

AGENDA, SEPTEMBER 19, 2013, D. HUMAN RESOURCES, *2. Reduction in Force – Non-Certificated, Gayle Belock, Bus Aide, 4.33 hours per day, effective August 22, 2013 changed to effective November 4, 2013. E. BUSINESS SERVICES & TECHNOLOGY 1. Resolution Seeking Professional Architect/Engineering Design Firms

13-11-31 Moved by Mr. Naso to table the resolution authorizing the District Administration to seek statements of qualifications, short list firms, and receive proposals for Criteria Architect Services for foam roof replacement projects, design services for the bus parking lot and Rademaker-Miller Road improvement, and design services for HVAC equipment upgrades/replacements at elementary schools pursuant to Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code, seconded by Mrs. Brickley and denied on a roll call vote as follows:

Mr. Naso, no; Mrs. Brickley, no; Mrs. Sinisgalli, no; Mr. Micko, no; Mr. Frazee, no. Motion denied 0-5

(Exhibit G)

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SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT (continued) E. BUSINESS SERVICES & TECHNOLOGY (continued) After an explanation from Ms. Herrmann and on the recommendation of Mr. Krupinski, it was determined this item should be removed from the agenda and not tabled for a future meeting. 1. Resolution Seeking Professional Architect/Engineering Design Firms (continued) 13-11-32 Moved by Mrs. Brickley to remove item E1, Resolution seeking professional architect/engineering design firms from the agenda, seconded by Mr. Naso and approved on a roll call vote as follows: Mrs. Brickley, yes; Mr. Naso, yes; Mrs. Sinisgalli, yes; Mr. Micko, yes; Mr. Frazee, yes. Motion carried 5-0 *2. Gifts

Resolution 13-11-33 Drake Elementary School received the following donations for materials and/or assemblies to support building and district initiatives:

The Carey Family donated $75.00.

The Hannoush Family donated $200.00.

The Nemeth Family donated $20.00.

The Schwartz Family donated $10.00.

The following are donors for the Strongsville High School Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Fields of Faith Event, which took place at Pat Catan Stadium on October 8, 2013:

ABC Equipment Rental & Sales provided a 25KVA generator, ground rod, materials, and roundtrip delivery, valued at $309.01.

Prodisc Entertainment provided professional services, labor, and stage backline, valued at $1,500.00.

Hughie’s Event Production provided professional services, labor, staging, and sound system, valued at $2,754.00.

The Salvation Army was in attendance, offering support and refreshments for the event. REPORT ON POLARIS CAREER CENTER – Ruth A. Brickley No report. REPORT ON LEGISLATION – Richard O. Micko Mr. Micko gave an update on current legislation dealing with education. He highlighted HB193 which pertains to graduation requirements and HB237 which is legislation that seeks to void the implementation of the Common Core State Standards. At a future work session, Mr. Micko would like to have a discussion as to how Strongsville is approaching Common Core.

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BOARD LIAISON REPORTS A. City Council – Ruth A. Brickley, alternate Richard O. Micko Sunday, November 24, is the lighting on the Commons. B. Strongsville Education Foundation – Ruth A. Brickley The Education Foundation will again be hosting a trivia event, March Madness. The date, location, and more information will be available after the first of the year. C. Strongsville PTA Council – Richard O. Micko The PTA, in conjunction with Team Strongsville, is having a blanket drive to benefit children in Strongsville through the Food Bank. To date, approximately 70 blankets have been collected.

The next Rockin’ at the Rec is December 13th. D. OSBA Student Achievement – David R. Frazee No report. E. Wellness Committee – David R. Frazee No report. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Finance Committee – Carl W. Naso and Jennifer A. Sinisgalli No report. B. Policy Committee – Carl W. Naso and Jennifer A. Sinisgalli The committee met on November 12. Mostly because of changes in Ohio Revised Code, there were many policies to consider. Mr. Ryba prepared a summary of the policies that need to be revised and the reasons behind the revisions. These policies should be on the December 5 agenda for first reading. CONSENT CALENDAR 13-11-34 Moved by Mrs. Brickley to approve the Consent Calendar, seconded by Mrs. Sinisgalli and approved on a roll call vote as follows: Mrs. Brickley, yes; Mrs. Sinisgalli, yes; Mr. Naso, yes; Mr. Micko, yes; Mr. Frazee, yes. Motion carried 5-0 BOARD OF EDUCATION / OTHER No business.

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MEETING NOTIFICATION

A Regular Board of Education Meeting – Work Session will be held Thursday, December 5, 2013, 7:00 p.m. in the activity room of the Strongsville Early Learning Preschool, 19543 Lunn Road, Strongsville, Ohio. A Regular Board of Education Meeting will be held Thursday, December 12, 2013, 7:00 p.m. in the Strongsville High School Media Center, 20025 Lunn Road, Strongsville, Ohio. EXECUTIVE SESSION 13-11-35 Moved by Mrs. Brickley to enter into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing negotiations, the purchase and sale of property, and matters of employment, seconded by Mr. Naso and approved on a roll call vote as follows:

Mrs. Brickley, yes; Mr. Naso, yes; Mrs. Sinisgalli, yes; Mr. Micko, yes; Mr. Frazee, yes. Motion carried 5-0 Board Members Elect, Mr. Duke Evans and Mr. George Grozan, were invited to attend the Executive Session. Entered into Executive Session at 7:50 P.M.

Resumed public session at 9:25 P.M.

ADJOURNMENT 13-11-36 Moved by Mrs. Brickley to adjourn the Strongsville Board of Education Regular Session, seconded by Mr. Naso and approved on a roll call vote as follows: Mrs. Brickley, yes; Mr. Naso, yes; Mrs. Sinisgalli, yes; Mr. Micko, yes; Mr. Frazee, yes. Motion carried 5-0 Meeting adjourned at 9:26 P.M. ____________________________ David R. Frazee, President

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Deborah Herrmann, Treasurer