MENANDS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
19 Wards Lane
Menands, NY 12204
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
5:30 p.m Audit Committee Meeting
6:30 p.m. – Regular Meeting
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 if 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
3. ROLL CALL
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. 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.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District accept the minutes of the August 5, 2019 Special Meeting and the August 12, 2019 Regular Board Meeting.
7. BUSINESS MATTERS
Discussion Item
- Building Project Update
- Opening Day
Business Office for Information
Warrants
Enclosed for the information of the Board are copies of warrant # 9,11,12,13 and 14 Fund A and warrant # 4,5 and 6 Fund H for the month of August 2019.
Business Office for Approval
2018-2019 Audit
Upon recommendation of the Audit Committee that the Board of Education may accept the 2018-2019 district external audit as completed by West & Company. West & Company is present to address the Board if needed.
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION of the MENANDS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT accept the 2018-2019 district external audit as completed by West & Company.
2019-2020 Tax Warrant
Enclosed is the resolution for the tax warrant and assessed valuations and calculations to be approved and signed by the Board of Education.
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School
District approves the resolution for the 2019-2020 tax warrant in the amount of $6,895,236: Add 138,347.05 Menands Library; Add 37,898.40 proata exemption payback; Add 8,524.49 additional Star savings; the net amount to be collected on this warrant shall be 6,710,466.06. Taxes funded by Star Exemption 245,030.07. This warrant is effective after it is properly signed by a majority of the Board of Education.
Donation of Various School Supplies for the 2019-2020 School Year
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District accept the following donation of various school supplies:
- Mr. William Nevins- Water Bottles, Lunch Bags and Backpacks
- CapCom- Backpacks with school supplies
- School Systems FCU- Backpacks with school supplies
- St. Mary’s Academy Hoosick Falls NY- 20 desks
- Loudon Hills Realty, LLC- School supplies
8. PERSONNEL MATTERS
Appointments
1 FTE Probationary Special Education Teacher – Yvonne Dungan
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District does hereby appoint Yvonne Dungan to a 4-year probationary appointment in the 1 FTE Special Education tenure area on MS Step 1 of the current Menands Association of Teachers Salary Schedule. Ms. Dungan’s probationary period will begin on September 1, 2019 and will end on or about August 31, 2023. A copy of Ms. Dungan’s resume has been included for the Board.
Teaching Assistant Position – Sabrina Calderon
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby appoint Sabrina Calderon as a full time teaching assistant position tenure area to a 4 year probationary position commencing September 1, 2019 through on or about August 31, 2023 as a New Hire holding an Associate’s degree as indicated in the Teaching Assistant salary schedule of the current Menands Association of Teachers Salary Schedule.
Teaching Assistant Position – Patricia O’Connell
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby appoint Patrisha O’Connell who is certified as a full time teaching assistant position tenure area to a 4 year probationary position commencing September 1, 2019 through on or about August 31, 2023 as a New Hire holding an Associate’s degree as indicated in the Teaching Assistant salary schedule of the current Menands Association of Teachers Salary Schedule.
Teaching Assistant Position – Jacoba VanDenburgh
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby appoint Jacoba VanDenburgh as a full time teaching assistant position tenure area to a 4 year probationary position commencing September 1, 2019 through on or about August 31, 2023 as a New Hire holding a Bachelor’s degree as indicated in the Teaching Assistant salary schedule of the current Menands Association of Teachers Salary Schedule.
Substitute Building Maintenance Mechanic- Scott Losee
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District does hereby authorize former Building Maintenance Mechanic, Scott Losee to act in a consultant capacity, as may be requested by the Superintendent on an as needed basis for the 2019-2020 school year. Such consultation shall not exceed 250 hours and shall be payable at an hourly rate of $30.00 for hours worked.
Teacher Aide – Debra Angrisano
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approve Debra Angrisano as a Teacher Aide effective 9/3/19 through 6/30/20. Remuneration as per the attached revised salary schedule.
Teacher Aide – Dayna Kain
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approve Dayna Kain as a Teacher Aide effective 9/3/19 through 6/30/20.Remuneration as per the attached revised salary schedule.
Food Service Helper- Christina Amato
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approve Christina Amato as a Food Service Helper effective 9/3/19. Remuneration as per the attached revised salary schedule.
Staffing
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent to appoint employees on a temporary basis with the understanding that the Board of Education will make the final determination at the next subsequent Board of Education meeting.
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby grant Superintendent, Dr. Maureen Long the authority to appoint employees on a temporary basis with the understanding that the Board of Education will make the final determination at the next subsequent Board of Education meeting.
Homework Club Tutors
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approve the following Homework Club Tutors for the 2019-2020 school year at a rate of $25.00 per hour.
- Patrick Benoit
- Yvonne Dungan
- Michele Ervin
- Carol Green
- Jacoba Vandenburgh
9. 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.
Special Education Services Contract – Crossroads Center for Children
Enclosed for the board if a copy of the Crossroads Center for Children contract for Special Education services for one student for the 2019-2020 school year.
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approve the contract between Menands School and Crossroads Center for Children for the 2019-2020 school year.
Substitute Teachers – Fully Cleared
Resolution BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approve the following substitute teachers for the 2019-2020 school year.
- Joseph Bender
- Molly Pettini
- Bridget Somerville
- Ranjini Walter
10. STUDENT MATTERS
Class Size Update as of 9/6/18
Kdg.-49 (split) Gr. 5- 40 (split)
Gr. 1- 46 (split) Gr. 6- 29 (split)
Gr. 2- 35 (split) Gr. 7- 36 (split)
Gr. 3-38 (split) Gr. 8- 18
Gr. 4- 28 Total – 319
11. SUPERINTENDENT’S COMMENTS
12. PRINCIPAL’S COMMENTS
- Eighth Grade Camp Trip
- PTA Update
13. MISCELLANEOUS
14. INFORMATIONAL MATERIAL
- Grade 8 to Camp Chingachgook – September 9th-11th
- 1st Trimester Clubs/Sports Begin – September 16th
- PTA Mum Sale & Pick Up – 3:30-6:30-September 17th
- Parent’s Night – September 19th at 6:00 p.m
- Yom Kippur- No School- October 9th
- Columbus Day – No School – October 14th
- Next Board of Education Meeting – Tuesday, October 15th at 6:30 p.m.
15. 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 if individual speakers to a reasonable time. Speakers must identify themselves and the topic on which they would like to make remarks.
16. MOTION TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Board of Education may enter into Executive Session.
17. MOTION TO ADJOURN
*All minutes of Board of Education meetings are recorded and become public record upon approval by the Board.