March 11, 2019 Agenda

5:30 Executive Session

6:30 p.m. – Regular Meeting

Budget Workshop Immediately Following Regular Meeting

Executive Session if Necessary Following the Budget Meeting

*It is expected that the board will  immediately adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of matters indicated below.  

The meeting will reconvene at 6:30 p.m. for the Public Session.  

There will be no action or discussion other than a motion to go into Executive Session at 6:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE:  During the Public Comment Sessions, members of the community may address the Board on agenda and non-agenda items.  The Board President may limit remarks of individual speakers to a reasonable time. Speakers must identify themselves and the topic on which they would like to make remarks.  

1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER                                       

2. MOTION TO ENTER PUBLIC SESSION

Motion: Ms. Wilson                  Ayes: 4             Time: 5:30 

Second: Mr. Diefenderfer    Nays: 0

3. MOTION TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Board of Education may enter into Executive Session for the reason(s) indicated below as specified:

⃞ Matters which will imperil the public safety if disclosed.

⃞ Any matter that may disclose the identity of a law enforcement agent or

informer.

⃞ Information relating to current or future investigation or prosecution of a

criminal offense that would imperil effective law enforcement if disclosed.

⃞ Discussion involving proposed, pending, or current litigation.

⃞ Collective negotiations pursuant to Article 14 of the Civil Service Law.

(Negotiations with the MAT)

☑ The medical, financial, credit, or employment history of a particular person

or corporation, or matters leading to the appointment, employment,

promotion, demotion, discipline, suspension, dismissal, or removal of a

particular person or corporation.

⃞ The preparation, grading, or administration of exams.

⃞ The proposed acquisition, sale or lease of real property or the proposed

acquisition, sale or exchange of securities, but only when publicity would

substantially affect the value of these things.

Motion: Mr. Nevins       Ayes: 4             

Second: Ms. Jaskula    Nays: 0

4. MOTION TO ADJOURN EXECUTIVE SESSION

Motion: Ms.Jaskula                  Ayes: 4             

Second: Mr. Diefenderfer     Nays: 0         Time: 6:31

5. MOTION TO RE-ENTER PUBLIC SESSION

Motion: Ms. Wilson                 Ayes: 4             

Second: Mr. Diefenderfer    Nays: 0   Time: 6:34

6. ROLL CALL

  • Mr. Masline  Present
  • Mr. Nevins    Present
  • Mrs. Wilson Present
  • Mrs. Jaskula Present
  • Mr. Diefenderfer Present

7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

8. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS

Just a reminder for those members of the public in attendance.  This is one of two opportunities afforded members of the public to comment on or inquire about agenda items. Members of the public also have an opportunity at the end of the evening’s agenda to ask questions or voice concerns or comments on matters not formally noted on the agenda.  We appreciate everyone’s cooperation.

9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District accept  the minutes of the February 11, 2019 meeting.

Motion: Mrs. Jaskula            Ayes: 4             

Second: Mr. Diefenderfer  Nays: 0

10. BUSINESS MATTERS

Discussion Items

Building Project

 Dr. Long gave an update in regards to the progress of the building project. Things continue to move along as scheduled and she is happy with the progress to date.

Business Office for Information

Enclosed for the information of the Board are copies of warrant #’s 43, 45 Fund A and warrant #’s 14 and 15 Fund H all for the for the month of February 2019.

Business Office for Approval

Treasurer’s Reports

Enclosed is the Treasurer’s Report for the month of February 2019.

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approve the Treasurer’s Report for the month of February 2019.

Motion: Mr. Diefenderfer   Ayes: 4             

Second: Mrs. Wilson            Nays: 0

Corrective Action Plan- Child Nutrition Program

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, hereby accepts the Corrective Action Plan for the District’s Child Nutrition Program in response to the 2018-19 NYSED Review.

Motion: Mrs. Wilson     Ayes: 4             

Second: Mr. Nevins      Nays: 0

Durham Transportation Approval at CPI for 2019-2020 School Year

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approve the contract extension between Menands School and Durham School Services at CPI for the 2019-2020 school year.(Email from Durham enclosed for the Board)

Motion: Mr. Nevins        Ayes: 4             

Second: Mrs. Jaskula  Nays: 0

Smart Schools Consulting Services Agreement- Joseph Reilly

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, hereby approves the  Consulting Services Agreement for consulting Services provided by Joseph Reilly.

Motion: Mrs. Jaskula             Ayes: 4             

Second: Mr. Diefenderfer   Nays: 0

11. PERSONNEL MATTERS

Retirement- Donna Putman

Enclosed is a letter of Resignation for the purpose of Retirement from Donna Putman, Elementary teacher, effective June 30, 2019.

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District upon the recommendation of the Superintendent approves the resignation for the purpose of retirement of Donna Putman effective June 30, 2019.

Motion: Mr. Diefenderfer     Ayes: 4             

Second: Mrs. Wilson             Nays: 0

Retirement- Agnes Andrews

Enclosed is a letter of Resignation for the purpose of Retirement from Agnes Andrews, Elementary teacher, effective June 30, 2019.

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District upon the recommendation of the Superintendent approves the resignation for the purpose of retirement of Agnes Andrews effective June 30, 2019.

Motion: Mrs. Wilson    Ayes: 4             

Second: Mr.Nevins      Nays: 0

The Board Thanked Mrs. Putnam and Mrs. Andrews for their years of dedicated service to Menands.

Maternity Leave Request- Megan Perfetti

Enclosed is a letter from Megan Perfetti requesting unpaid child rearing leave as per Article  2.5 of the MAT Contract.

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District accept the letter from Megan Perfetti requesting an unpaid child rearing leave as per Article 2.5 of the MAT Contract from September 3, 2019 through January 31, 2020.

Motion: Mr. Nevins Ayes: 4             

Second: Mrs. Jaskula Nays: 0

12. BOARD OF EDUCATION MATTERS

CSE/CPSE Recommendations

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approve the CSE/CPSE  recommendations as submitted.

Motion: Mrs. Jaskula                Ayes: 4             

Second: Mr. Diefenderfer    Nays: 0

Menands UFSD/Public Library Vote & Elections – May 21, 2019 – Election Officials

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District appoint the following as Board of Registration and Election Officials for the May 21, 2019 budget vote and elections.

  • Aileen Nicoll
  • Lisa Buoniconto
  • Jeanne Mentiply

Motion: Mr. Diefenderfer            Ayes: 4             

Second: Mrs. Wilson                       Nays: 0

School Calendar 2019-2020

Enclosed is the proposed 2019-2020 school year calendar for the Menands Union Free School District.

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free

School District adopt the 2019-2020 school calendar as submitted.

Motion: Mrs. Wilson          Ayes: 4             

Second: Mr. Nevins           Nays: 0

Substitute Teachers – Fully Cleared

  • Anne Bayruns  
  • Daniel Charbonneau
  • Allison DiScanio 
  • Ambreen Ibrar
  • Frank Polsinello
  • Michael Rankin
  • Carmele Sanders

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approve the following substitute teachers for the 2018-2019 school year.

Motion: Mr. Nevins        Ayes: 4             

Second: Mrs. Jaskula   Nays: 0

13.   STUDENT MATTERS

Class Trip Request – Grade 8

Enclosed for the Board is a letter from 8th grade Class Advisor, Mrs. Agnese Andrews, requesting permission for the 8th grade to go on a class trip to Boston, Massachusetts on Wednesday, May 29, 2019.

Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approve the request of the 8th grade Class Officer Advisor to go on a class trip to Boston, Massachusetts on May 29, 2019.

Motion: Mrs. Jaskula              Ayes: 4             

Second: Mr. Diefenderfer   Nays: 0

Mr. Masline asked that extra measures be taken to ensure the safety of the children in regards to the Aqua Duck Tours in Boston.

Class Size Update as of 3/6/19:

  • Kdg. – 43 (split) Gr. 5 – 25
  • Gr. 1 – 37 (split) Gr. 6 – 36 (split)
  • Gr. 2 – 30 (split) Gr. 7 – 18
  • Gr. 3 – 28        Gr. 8 – 38 (split)
  • Gr. 4 – 34 (split) Total – 289

14. SUPERINTENDENT’S COMMENTS

NYSCOSS Conference-Dr. Long reported that she received a lot of good information at the conference.
Upcoming Conference Day.-3/22/2019 is the next Professional Development day. The Sexual Harassment Training will take place along with a Writing Workshop. The Board is welcome to attend.
Building use-Dr. Long is currently working on revising the building use schedule due to some recent conflicts. Dr. Long would like to make the building use policy the first to review at the next Policy Committee Meeting.
Web Page & Social Media-The district’s new website and FaceBook page will launch 3/18/2019.

15. PRINCIPAL’S COMMENTS

Kindergarten Parent Information Night- Mrs. Schroeder commented that the Kindergarten Parent night was fantastic and very well attended. She thanked everyone that worked hard to make the event a success.
PTA Family Fun Night-Mrs. Schroeder thanked the PTA for hosting the family fun night and all of the volunteers that helped. It was a great night.
 

16. INFORMATIONAL MATERIAL

3rd Trimester Sports/Clubs Begin – March 18th
No School – March 22nd Superintendent’s Conference Day
Drama Club Tech Week – March 25-29
EARLY RELEASE – 11:20 a.m. /Parent-Teacher Conferences – March 28th
Drama Club Community Productions – March 29th at 6:00 p.m. and March 30th at 2:30 p.m.
PTA Meeting April 8th at 6:30 p.m.
April 12th PTA Middle School Fun Night 5:30-7 p.m.

17.   MISCELLANEOUS

Mr. Nevins congratulated the CYO boys biddies on a great season

Mrs. Jaskula said that she enjoyed attending the Friends of Education dinner and would like to look into the idea of a volunteer reading program in Menands.

Mrs. Wilson Thanked Mrs. Putnam and Mrs. Andrews for their years of service to the district. They will be missed.

Mr. Masline asked if the district has seen any effect of the vaccination opt. out.

18. PUBLIC COMMENT

PLEASE NOTE:  During the Public Comment Sessions, members of the community may address the Board on agenda and non-agenda items.  The Board President may limit remarks of individual speakers to a reasonable time. Speakers must identify themselves and the topic on which they would like to make remarks.

Mrs. Mercado Thanked Mr. Nevins for donating Pizza for the Family Fun Night. Next Parents as Partners Meeting is 4/6. The PTA has two upcoming fundraisers. The first at Blaze Pizza and the second at Il Faro.

19. MOTION TO ADJOURN

*All minutes of Board of Education meetings are recorded and become public record upon approval by the Board.

Budget Workshop immediately followed the regular board meeting