Minutes for August 31, 2026
Archived Minutes
MINUTES – REGULAR MEETING
Monday, August 31, 2026
6:30 p.m.
A regular business meeting of the Board of Education was held this day at the Warren Middle School, 100 Old Stirling Road. The public was welcome to attend in person or virtually through the online Zoom platform. The following is a record of that meeting.
I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Board Secretary Christopher Heagele.
Re: Chapter 231 P.L. 1975: “The adequate notice of this regular meeting as required by the Open Public Meetings Act was provided on January 6, 2026. This notice was on that date posted on the bulletin board in the Township Office and the Board of Education Administrative Office, posted on the Board of Education district website, and filed with the Township Clerk of the Township of Warren, all in accordance with the requirements of the Open Public Meetings Act.”
II. Pledge of Allegiance – Mr. Heagele led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
III. Roll Call
Present: Nicole Dalton, Bridget Granholm, Laura Keller, Stephen Toor and
Patricia Zohn
Absent: Ryan Valentino and Todd Weinstein
Also Present: Dr. Matthew Mingle, Superintendent, Christopher Heagele, Board Secretary, and members of the public and press.
Kevin Brotspies arrived at 6:34 p.m.
Richard Molfetta arrived at 6:36 p.m.
IV. Minutes
● Ms. Keller moved the following:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the public and private minutes of the July 20, 2026 Board Meeting.
The motion was seconded by Mrs. Granholm and approved by a 5-0 roll-call vote.
V. Correspondence and Information
● Dr. Mingle reported on correspondence.
· HIB Information
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Total # of Investigations: |
Total # of Determined Bullying Incidents: |
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0 |
0 |
· Suspension Report
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In School: |
Out of School: |
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0 |
0 |
· Fire Drills
| ALT | Central | Mt. Horeb | Woodland | Middle |
| None | July 23 | None | None | None |
· Security Drills
| ALT | Central | Mt. Horeb | Woodland | Middle |
| None | July 15 | July 15 | None | None |
| Secure | Secure |
Secure Secure
VI. President’s Remark - Mrs. Patricia Zohn
Mrs. Zohn reported that:
● She attended NSIP on August 26, 2026
● She attended the new year’s convocation on August 31, 2026
● Summer work was significant. Mrs. Zohn thanked staff that worked over the summer.
● Motion B.11 is on the agenda, which is a shared services agreement with Warren Township.
● Motion B.12 is on the agenda, which is a shared services agreement with Somerset County regarding beacon lights on Stirling Rd.
● Motion C.6. is on the agenda, which is advancement on the Salary Guide.
Mr. Brotspies arrived at 6:34 p.m.
VII. Superintendent’s Remarks - Dr. Matthew Mingle
Dr. Mingle reported that:
● The new school year began today with the arrival of teachers and staff.
● NSIP took place on August 26 & 27, 2026.
● The first day for students is September 2, 2026.
Mr. Molfetta arrived at 6:36 p.m.
VIII. Committee Reports
● Curriculum and Technology Committee - May 11, 2026 & June 15, 2026
○ Stephen Toor - Chair, Kevin Brotspies, Todd Weinstein, Bridget Granholm - Alternate
■ Mr. Toor reported that the Curriculum Committee met to discuss curriculum writing and technology use at the district.
● Finance, Operations, and Security Committee - June 24, 2026
○ Patricia Zohn - Chair, Rich Molfetta, Ryan Valentino, Kevin Brotspies - Alternate
■ Mrs. Zohn reported that the committee reviewed Regulation 9180 and conducted a Planning For Growth facilities review, which will be discussed in the Executive Session tonight.
● Personnel, Negotiations, and Communication Committee - July 15, 2026
○ Laura Keller - Chair, Nicole Dalton, Bridget Granholm, Todd Weinstein - Alternate
■ Ms. Keller reported that the committee approved Building and Grounds stipends, IT position changes and communications around the Planning For Growth initiative.
● Planning for Growth Working Group - July 15, 2026
○ Laura Keller - Chair, Patricia Zohn, Kevin Brotspies
■ Ms. Keller reported that the committee met on August 25. The committee approved the administration recommendations to make Angelo L. Tomaso the Intermediate School as of the 2027-28 school year.
IX. Presentation
● Planning for Growth Update - Dr. Matthew Mingle
○ Dr. Mingle provided additional background on the intermediate school decision and its implications with other decisions that must also be made.
● Summer/Referendum Update - Mr. Michael Pate
○ Mr. Pate provided an update to the board on summer construction projects, other referendum projects, and the district’s plan to complete future projects.
X. Discussion
None
XI. Reports of Board Members Appointed to External Assignments
● New Jersey School Board Association Delegate Assembly
○ Stephen Toor, and Patricia Zohn - Alternate
● Somerset County Educational Services Commission
○ Nicole Dalton and Bridget Granholm - Alternate
■ Mrs. Granholm attended the Somerset County Educational Services Commission meeting. There was a discussion to hire a new transportation coordinator. The Superintendent laid out his strategic plan and a staff member highlighted the 2026 fall festival.
● Watchung Hills Municipal Alliance Committee
○ Richard Molfetta and Ryan Valentino - Alternate
● Warren Township Opioid Advisory Committee
○ Kevin Brotspies
● Warren Township Mayor’s Wellness Committee
○ Laura Keller
XII. Public Commentary (any topic)
Note on public input at BOE meetings: Board Policy #0167, adopted on June 18, 2018, provides for public participation in Board of Education meetings. Such participation is governed by the following rules:
- A participant must be recognized by the presiding officer and must preface comments by an announcement of his/her name, address, and group affiliation, if applicable;
- Each statement made by a participant shall be limited to three minutes’ duration. If necessary, the public comment portion of the meeting may be extended fifteen minutes with Board approval;
- No participant may speak more than once on the same topic until all others who wish to speak on that topic have been heard;
- All statements, questions, or inquiries shall be directed to the presiding officer and any questions or inquiries directed by a participant to another Board member shall be redirected to the presiding officer who shall determine if such statement, question, or inquiry shall be addressed by the presiding officer on behalf of the Board;
The portion of the meeting during which participation of the public is invited shall be limited to fifteen minutes (limit may be adjusted at the discretion of the presiding officer as circumstances dictate).
The Board of Education welcomes and encourages input from the public. Being mindful of privacy rights regarding students and board employees and to avoid any potential liability on the part of the speaker, the board discourages references to specific individuals. While directing your comments or questions to the board president, please understand that the public comment portions of the meeting are not structured as question and answer sessions but rather are offered as opportunities for you to share your thoughts with the board. The board president may need to refer an issue to the superintendent if the particular issue has not been handled through the appropriate chain of command with the school district. However, responses may be provided at the end of this session. There are times when comments and questions will require additional fact gathering before a response is provided.
● Katherine Sarmad - King George Road Concerned that she received no communication on the change. She also spoke about round 3 and round 4 of affordable housing. She is concerned about the demographic study validity and would like to see the details.
● Neeki Patel - Busy Bee Lane Is asking the board to delay the Board’s September 28 vote. She references a petition that has been signed by 157 people. She briefly summarized research in the area of school transitions. She requested that the September 28 vote is delayed.
● Katherine Sarmad - King George Road, wants to know if implementation of a new school model can be delayed in any way.
On motion by Mrs. Dalton to close public commentary, seconded by Mr. Toor, the motion was approved by a 7-0 voice vote.
XIII. Items for Board Consideration/Action
Dr. Mingle discussed consent item C.3., employee number should be changed.
Mrs. Zohn asked for a separate vote for consent item B.7.
On motion by Ms. Keller, seconded by Mrs. Dalton the consent items A.1., through A.7., B.1., through B.6., B.8., through B.14., C.1., through C.25., D.1., and D.2., were approved by a 7-0 roll-call vote.
On motion by Ms. Keller, seconded by Mrs. Dalton the consent item B.7., was approved by 6-0-1 roll-call vote. (Mrs. Zohn abstained.)
The Superintendent recommends that it be:
A. Education
A.1. HIB Report
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the HIB Report submitted by the Superintendent for the period ending on July 20, 2026.
A.2. Board Goals
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following Board Goal
for the 2026-2027 School Year:
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- Negotiate a successor collective bargaining agreement with the Warren Township Administrators Association.
- Each Board member will participate in at least one community outreach activity during the 2026-2027 school year to strengthen two-way communication with the broader community.
A.3. Settlement Agreement
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves a settlement agreement with the guardian of student # 8971479683.
A.4. Out-of-District Placement
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following out-of-district tuition for 2026-2027 School Year:
|
School |
Student ID # |
SY Cost |
|
Bergen County - HIP Union Street |
1144981605 |
$98,217 |
A.5. Settlement Agreement
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves a settlement agreement with the guardian of student # 8515109431.
A.6. Curriculum Guides
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following revised curriculum guides:
● K-5 Social Studies
● K-5 World Language
● K-5 Visual Arts
● K-5 Performing Arts
● 6-8 Visual Arts
● 6-8 Performing Arts
A.7. Tuition Contract
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following tuition contract with the parents of:
|
Student |
School |
Dates |
Annual Revenue |
|
ID# TBD |
Middle School |
September 2, 2026 through June 21, 2027 |
$27,319 |
B. Finance/Operations/Transportation
B.1. Payment of Bills
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the payment of bills for the month of August 2026 in the amount of $4,261,025.73.
B.2. Extraordinary Aid 2025-2026 - Acceptance
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby accepts Extraordinary Aid funding from the 2025-2026 school year in the amount of $848,034.
B.3. Extraordinary Aid 2025-2026 - Allocation
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves an increase to the 2026-2027 budget to recognize 2025-2026 Extraordinary Aid in the amount of $848,034 and allocates the $698,034 which is above the budgeted $150,000 as follows:
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Fund Accounts |
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Revenue Account: 10-3131 Extraordinary Aid (10-303 Budgeted Fund Balance) |
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Expense Acct: 11-000-291-270 - Health Benefits - $698,034 |
B.4. Nonpublic Transportation Aid 2025-2026 - Acceptance
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby accepts Nonpublic Transportation funding from the 2025-2065 school year in the amount of $81,803.
B.5. Nonpublic Transportation Aid 2025-2026 - Allocation
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves an increase to the 2026-2027 budget to recognize 2025-2026 Nonpublic Transportation in the amount of $81,803 and allocate these funds as follows:
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Fund Accounts |
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Revenue Account: 10-3190 Other State Aid (10-303 Budgeted Fund Balance) |
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Expense Acct: 11-000-270-503 - Contracted Aid in Lieu - $25,000 |
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Expense Acct: 11-000-270-518 - Contracted Spec Ed Trans ESC - $25,000 |
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Expense Acct: 11-000-291-270 - Health Benefits - $31,803 |
B.6. Application and Acceptance of Federal Grant Monies - IDEA
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the application submission to the Department of Education and accepts the award itself for the following 2026-2027 Federal Grant Programs:
|
Program |
Cost |
|
IDEA Basic |
$476,545 |
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IDEA PreSchool |
$ 18,076 |
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Total IDEA |
$494,621 |
B.7. Travel Approval
Whereas, in accordance with State of New Jersey School District Accountability Act (A-5) and the Warren Township Schools’ Policy 6471-School District Travel, travel by school district employees and Board of Education members must be approved in advance.
Now Therefore Be It RESOLVED, the Warren Township Schools Board of Education approves the following expenses for faculty, staff, administrators, and board members for seminars, conferences and workshops. The expense includes travel costs, if applicable:
|
Name |
School |
Workshop/ Conference |
Location |
Month/Yr |
Cost |
|
Patricia Zohn |
BOE |
New Jersey School Board Association Workshop 2026 |
Atlantic City |
Oct 2026 |
$1,500 |
|
Matthew Mingle |
District |
New Jersey School Board Association Workshop 2026 |
Atlantic City |
Oct 2026 |
$1,500 |
|
William Kimmick |
District |
New Jersey School Board Association Workshop 2026 |
Atlantic City |
Oct 2026 |
$1,500 |
|
Chris Heagele |
District |
New Jersey School Board Association Workshop 2026 |
Atlantic City |
Oct 2026 |
$1,500 |
|
Molly Lange |
District |
New Jersey School Board Association Workshop 2026 |
Atlantic City |
Oct 2026 |
$1,500 |
|
Alison Tugya |
District |
New Jersey School Board Association Workshop 2026 |
Atlantic City |
Oct 2026 |
$1,500 |
|
Molly Lange |
District |
Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Education Conference |
Phoenix,AZ |
Jan 2027 |
$945 |
|
Alyssa Pech |
CS |
Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Education Conference |
Phoenix, AZ |
Jan 2027 |
$945 |
|
Nichole Kaller |
CS |
Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Education Conference |
Phoenix, AZ |
Jan 2027 |
$945 |
|
Erica Bell |
CS |
Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Education Conference |
Phoenix, AZ |
Jan 2027 |
$945 |
|
Claire Vivenzio |
ALT |
New Jersey International Dyslexia Association 2026 Annual Fall Conference |
East Brunswick |
Oct 2026 |
$370 |
|
Patricia Iannacone |
ALT |
New Jersey International Dyslexia Association 2026 Annual Fall Conference |
East Brunswick |
Oct 2026 |
$370 |
All of the above travel has been approved by the Superintendent. The School Business Administrator shall track and record these costs to ensure that the maximum amount is not exceeded.
B.8. Joint Agreements between SCESC and Warren BOE
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves entering into the following joint agreements between Somerset County Educational Services Commission (SCESC) and the Warren Township Board of Education for the 2026-2027 School Year:
● Nonpublic Instructional Services Agreement and Addendum for Chapters 192/193, with an administrative fee of 6%
B.9. Reverse Bid/Sale of Obsolete Technology Equipment
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education declares certain technology equipment as obsolete and authorizes the School Business Administrator to sell and/or dispose of said equipment per district policy.
|
Equipment |
Quantity |
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Desktops & Laptops |
142 |
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Chromebooks |
111 |
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iPads |
84 |
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Chromebook parts |
19 |
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Servers |
14 |
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Printers |
9 |
B.10. Alternate Toilet Room Facilities
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves a resolution to provide an alternate method of compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:26-6.3, by providing toilet rooms adjacent to but not inside the classroom in lieu of individual toilet rooms in each classroom for one K-3 Elementary Learning and Language Disabilities classroom in Woodland School and 3 Kindergarten classrooms in Mount Horeb School. Students will be supervised by an aide or teacher.
B.11. Shared Services Agreement - Warren Township
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the shared services agreement with Warren Township for use of the Middle School Field.
B.12. Engineering and Planning Agreement - Somerset County
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the engineering and planning service agreement with Somerset County for a rectangular rapid flashing beacon system on Stirling Road near Lindbergh Avenue.
B.13. Transportation for Out-of-District Students
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves transportation contracts for the transportation of students for the 2026-2027 School Year as follows:
|
Host |
Joiner |
Destination |
Route |
Revenue |
|
Warren |
Watchung Hills Regional High School |
Watchung Hills Regional High School |
WH-1 |
$22,764.60 |
|
Warren |
Watchung Hills Regional High School |
Various Trips |
- |
$5,563.34 |
B.14. Student Transportation - SCESC / ESY
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the transportation contracts with Somerset County ESC during the 2026-2027 Extended School Year as follows:
|
Schools |
Student ID # |
Transportation Cost (Per diem) |
|
Shepard School |
7756726904 |
$1,500 |
|
New Beginnings |
2848588010 |
$351 |
|
New Beginnings |
9084150327 |
$368 |
(This motion supersedes the previous motion approved on July 20, 2026)
C. Personnel/Student Services
C.1. Employment for the 2026-2027 School Year
RESOLVED, upon recommendation from the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the following Personnel items including the emergent employment of the following employees (indicated by *) conditional upon the final approval by the New Jersey Department of Education The Board further authorizes the submission of an application for emergency hiring pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1, et. Seq., N.J.S.A. 18A:6.14.12, et. Seq., if applicable Staff members shall be paid in accordance with provisions in their collective bargaining agreement and/or in accordance with a schedule provided to all employees prior to the beginning of the contract or school year.
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Name |
Position |
Location |
Degree |
Step |
Salary |
Stipend |
Total Salary |
Effective Date |
Tenure |
Discussion |
|
Katherine Murdock |
Leave Replacement - ASAP Teacher |
CS |
BA |
1 |
$65,612 |
$0 |
$65,612 |
August 31, 2026 through December 11, 2026 |
No |
Replacing Employee #3247 |
|
Katherine Murdock |
Leave Replacement - Grade 3 Teacher |
WS |
BA |
1 |
$65,612 |
$0 |
$65,612 |
December 14, 2026 through April 30, 2027 |
No |
Replacing Employee #3317 |
|
JoAnne Purpora |
1:1 Paraprofessional (30 Hours) |
MTH |
N/A |
6 |
$30,715 |
$0 |
$30,715 |
August 31, 2026 through June 30, 2027 |
No |
New Position |
|
Jennifer Rizzo |
Leave Replacement - Grade 5 Teacher |
WS |
BA |
1 |
$65,612 |
$0 |
$65,612 |
August 31, 2026 through December 23, 2026 |
No |
Replacing Employee #2276 |
|
Margery Morris |
1:1 Paraprofessional (30 Hours) |
MTH |
N/A |
3 |
$29,195 |
$0 |
$29,195 |
August 31, 2026 through June 30, 2027 |
No |
New Position |
|
Joseph Vicidomini |
Head Day Custodian |
ALT |
N/A |
N/A |
$55,000 |
$1,500 |
$56,500 |
August 27, 2026 through June 30, 2027 |
No |
Replacing Employee #3963 |
|
Erin Hroncich |
School Psychologist |
ALT |
MA+30 |
6 |
$84,332 |
$0 |
$84,332 |
On or about October 14, 2026 through June 30, 2027 |
Yes |
Replacing Employee #3958 |
|
Kristen Diagelakis |
Multi-Duty Paraprofessional (32.5 Hours) |
CS |
N/A |
6 |
$30,496 |
$0 |
$30,496 |
October 29, 2026 through June 30, 2027 |
No |
Replacing Employee #1217 |
C.2. Substitute Teachers
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following to be appointed as substitute teachers for the 2026-2027 school year.
|
Names |
|
|
Jennie Cadet |
Colton Baechtold |
|
Carlie Mazzucco |
Caryn McKay |
|
Erica Neville |
Kristen Diagelakis |
C.3. Long Term Substitutes
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following Long Term Substitutes for 2026-2027 school year:
|
Names |
Dates |
Employee # |
|
Antoinette Confessore |
August 31, 2026 through November 20, 2026 |
#3069 |
|
Sadie Nochimson |
August 31, 2026 through November 20, 2026 |
#3628 |
|
Erica Neville |
August 31, 2026 through October 16, 2026 |
#2691 |
|
Carla Annese |
October 19, 2026 through January 26, 2027 |
#2691 |
|
Caryn McKay |
On or about August 31, 2026 through October 28, 2026 |
#3997 |
|
Marie Huc - Francesch |
September 8, 2026 through November 4, 2026 |
#3214 |
|
Zachary Sharenow |
August 31, 2026 through November 13, 2026 |
#3352 |
|
*Danya McCree |
August 31, 2026 through November 20, 2026 |
#3754 |
(This motion supersedes the previous motion approved on July 20, 2026)
C.4. Leave Request
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following leave requests:
|
Employee ID |
Paid/Unpaid |
|
#3036 |
FMLA - July 22, 2026 through August 7, 2026 (Paid) (This motion supersedes the previous motion approved on July 20, 2026) |
|
#3317 |
FMLA - December 7, 2026 through January 29, 2027 (Paid) NJFLA - February 1, 2027 through April 30, 2027 (Unpaid) |
|
#3315 |
FMLA - January 25, 2027 through March 26, 2027 (Paid) NJFLA - March 29, 2027 through June 30, 2027 (Unpaid) |
|
#3754 |
FMLA June 5, 2026, through June 30, 2026 (Unpaid) NJFLA - August 31, 2026, through November 20, 2026 (Unpaid) (This motion supersedes the previous motion approved on June 15, 2026) |
C.5. Retirement/Resignation
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the retirement/resignations
of the following staff:
|
Names |
Position |
Location |
Retirement/ Resignation |
Dates of Service |
|
Jamie Anastasio |
School Psychologist |
ALT |
Resignation |
March 24, 2025 through September 20, 2026 |
|
Kyle Hunt |
Part-Time Custodian |
WMS |
Resignation |
June 17, 2024 through on or about August 28, 2026 |
|
*Marissa Marton-Sarao |
Art Teacher |
WS/ALT |
Resignation |
August 28, 2019, through August 18, 2026 |
|
Ambar Hurtado Sevilla |
Night Custodian |
ALT |
Resignation |
July 1, 2026 through August 18, 2026 |
(This motion supersedes the previous motion approved on July 20, 2026)
C.6. Advancement on the Salary Guide
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following staff for amended placements on the 2026-2027 salary guide:
|
Names |
From |
To |
Effective |
|
Jamie Einiger |
MA+15 |
MA+30 |
09/01/2026 |
|
Lori Vigliotti |
MA+15 |
MA+30 |
09/01/2026 |
|
Christina Barlik |
MA+15 |
MA+30 |
09/01/2026 |
|
Gina Banks |
MA |
MA+15 |
09/01/2026 |
|
Jenny Duch |
MA |
MA+15 |
09/01/2026 |
|
Julie Costa |
MA |
MA+15 |
09/01/2026 |
|
Ashley Papcun |
MA |
MA+15 |
09/01/2026 |
|
Reilly Lazas |
BA |
BA+15 |
09/01/2026 |
|
Emily DelSordo |
BA |
BA+15 |
09/01/2026 |
|
Madelyn Chester |
BA |
BA+15 |
09/01/2026 |
C.7. Special Education Autism Class - Warren Middle School
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves to establish a Special Education Autism Class at Warren Middle School to meet the needs of our students as they age.
C.8. Approval of IDEA Preschool Payroll Monies
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the use of the FY2027 IDEA Preschool Grant monies in the amount of $18,076 for salary support as follows:
|
Employee ID |
Full Salary |
Salary Funds from IDEA |
Percentage |
|
#3721 |
$33,475 |
$18,076 |
54.0% |
C.9. Compensatory Services
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following students identified as eligible for Compensatory Services at the rate of $50 per hour not to exceed $1,000.
|
Student Identification Numbers |
||
|
5917572116 |
1072658317 |
7076685173 |
|
6304367165 |
8275315394 |
8057218833 |
|
2369950654 |
2316427101 |
|
C.10. Additional Summer Fun Bus Monitor Hourly Rate and Staff
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the additional summer fun bus monitor hourly rate at $20.60 for the Summer 2026 and staff members:
|
Name |
|
Ashley Mohan |
C.11. Non-WTEA Stipend Positions 2026-2027
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following Non-WTEA Stipend Positions for 2026-2027:
|
Names |
Position |
Amount |
|
Sean Convery |
Webmaster |
$12,000 |
|
Sandra Rama |
ELL Coordinator |
$4,000 |
|
TBD |
After-School Activities Coordinator |
$3,200 |
|
Nicholas Bayachek |
Athletic Coordinator |
$6,000 |
C.12. RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following WTEA stipend positions per the contracted rate for the 2026-2027 school year:
|
Team Leaders |
|||
|
Grade 6 |
Grade 7 |
Grade 8 |
Encore |
|
Justina Thomson Ann Marie Christou |
Kathryn Speckin |
David Arnold |
Lynn Alger |
|
Middle School Lunch Supervisors |
||
|
Grade 6 |
Grade 7 |
Grade 8 |
|
Anna Roga Timothy Fabiano Andrew Ahimovic Helen Scully |
Donna Bardy Danielle Buzby Sean Convery Nicholas Bayachek |
Danielle Porchetta David Arnold Scott Vaglio Michele Scott |
|
Club/Activity |
Names |
|
Student Government Advisor |
Lisa Lontai |
|
Boys Soccer |
Scott Vaglio |
|
Girls Soccer |
Timothy Fabiano |
|
Cross Country |
Kristen Boni Michele Scott |
|
Girls Basketball |
Timothy Fabiano |
|
Boys Basketball - A |
Joseph Majorchak Sean Mealey |
|
Boys Baseball |
Joseph Majorchak |
|
Girls Softball |
TBD |
|
Boys/Girls Track |
Timothy Fabiano Richard Bardy Scott Vaglio Kristen Boni |
|
Bus Arrival Supervision Marking Period #1 |
Bus Arrival Supervision Marking Period #2 |
Bus Arrival Supervision Marking Period #3 |
Bus Arrival Supervision Marking Period #4 |
|
Timothy Fabiano |
Justina Thomson |
Eileen Sebor |
Eileen Sebor |
|
Donna Bardy |
Donna Bardy |
Timothy Fabiano |
Timothy Fabiano |
|
Justina Thomson |
Timothy Fabiano |
Donna Bardy |
Emily Netta |
|
Eileen Sebor |
Emily Netta |
Justina Thomson |
Donna Bardy |
C.13. Warren Middle School Musical
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following personnel in support of the 2026-2027 Warren Middle School production:
|
Names |
Position |
Cost |
|
Kelly Backus |
Director |
$3,200 |
|
Jamie Einiger |
Business Manager |
$1,750 |
|
Michael Gasko |
Assistant to the Director |
$1,500 |
|
Jennifer Ronkiewicz |
Set Designer |
$1,500 |
|
Kelly Backus |
Choreographer |
$1,500 |
|
Joel Van Tine |
Stage & Sound Director |
$2,838 |
|
Laura Richards |
Costume Designer |
$1,750 |
C.14. Special Education Service Provider List
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following addition to the Service Provider List for the 2026-2027 school year:
|
Name |
Rate |
|
AAC & Me, LLC Gabriella Wendling, M.S., CCC-SLP 28 Teresa Ln Chalfont, PA 18914 gabriella@aac-me.com |
- Consultative Service - Rate $150/hour - AAC/Assistive Technology Evaluation - Rate $1,200 |
C.15. New Staff Induction Program Mentors
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following employees for their participation as mentors in the New Staff Induction Program orientation for 6 hours on August 27, 2026, at the WTEA contractual rate of $50 per hour per employee, for a total cost not to exceed $3,300.
|
Names |
||
|
Angela Arpino |
Cristina Dugan |
Susan Sage |
|
Gina Banks |
Katherine Feoli |
Sarah Scalea |
|
Jessica Bostwick |
Eliana Wildridge |
Adam Yenish |
|
Minnelli de Matos |
Lindsay La Neve |
|
C.16. Transfer/Change in Assignment
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the transfer/change in
assignment of the following district staff:
|
Name |
Effective Date |
From |
To |
Base Salary |
Stipend |
Total Salary |
Notes |
|
*Danielle Lader |
August 31, 2026 through June 30, 2027 |
Leave Replacement - Special Education Teacher MTH |
Preschool Teacher MTH |
$77,305 |
$0 |
$77,305 |
N/A |
|
Jillian Hamel |
August 31, 2026 through June 30, 2027 |
K-5 General Education Teacher District |
Grade 1 Teacher CS |
$72,173 |
$0 |
$72,173 |
N/A |
|
Alexis Grabell |
August 31, 2026 through June 30, 2027 |
1:1 Paraprofessional (32.5 Hours) CS |
1:1 Paraprofessional (32.5 Hours) CS |
$35,028 |
$2,000 |
$37,028 |
Stipend Added |
|
Alexa Sellers |
August 31, 2026 through June 30, 2027 |
1:1 Paraprofessional (32.5 Hours) CS |
1:1 Paraprofessional (32.5 Hours) ALT |
$36,263 |
$2,000 |
$38,263 |
N/A |
|
Giovanny Davila |
July 1, 2026 through August 31, 2026 |
Night Custodian ALT |
Head Day Custodian ALT |
$52,105 |
$1,500 |
$53,605 |
N/A |
|
Giovanny Davila |
September 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 |
Head Day Custodian ALT |
Head Night Custodian ALT |
$52,105 |
$1,000 |
$53,105 |
N/A |
*(This motion supersedes the previous motion approved on June 15, 2026)
C.17. Approval to Create Positions
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the creation of the following positions for 2026-2027 school year:
|
Location |
Position |
Full-Time Equivalent |
|
CS |
Grade 1 Teacher |
1.0 |
|
District |
Systems Support Specialist |
1.0 |
C.18. Approval to Abolish Positions
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the abolishment of the following positions for 2026-2027 school year:
|
Location |
Position |
Full-Time Equivalent |
|
CS |
1:1 Paraprofessional (32.5 Hours) |
1.0833 |
|
CS |
1:1 Paraprofessional (32.5 Hours) |
1.0833 |
|
District |
Computer Technician |
1.0 |
C.19. Additional Summer Work - Special Services Department
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves district staff to conduct summer evaluations, therapy hours (in-district), scheduling and IEP meetings at an additional cost not to exceed $25,000.
C.20. Renewal - Substitute Teachers/Nurses
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the attached list of substitute teachers/nurses for the 2026-2027 school year.
C.21. Approval of Payment for Substitute Attendance at Opening Day Professional
Development
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves compensated attendance for authorized district substitutes participating in the August 31, 2026 Opening Day Professional Development program, at the rate of $50 for the 2.5 hour session.
C.22. Appointment of WTEA-eligible Staff 2026-2027 School Year
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the list of WTEA-eligible staff employment, dated August 31, 2026, for the 2026-2027 school year.
(This motion supersedes the previous motion approved on May 11, 2026)
C.23. Appointment of District Paraprofessionals
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves all district paraprofessionals who hold a NJ Substitute Teacher Certificate to be approved as substitute teachers for the 2026-2027 school year.
C.24. Job Description
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education adopts the following new job description:
|
Position |
|
Systems Support Specialist |
C.25 Building & Grounds Stipend Changes
Resolved that the Board of Education approves the following changes to the Building and Grounds Stipends as outlined effective September 1, 2026.
D. Policy
D.1. Policies – Second Reading
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the second reading of the following policies:
|
Number |
Name |
New/Revision |
Source of Changes |
|
P5516 |
Student Use of Internet-Enabled Devices |
Revised |
SEA |
|
P8660 |
Transportation By Private Vehicles - To And From School-Related Activities |
Revised |
SEA |
|
P8662 |
Transportation By Private Vehicles - To And From School |
New |
SEA |
D.2. Regulation – Second Reading
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the second reading of the following regulation:
|
Number |
Name |
New/Revision |
Source of Changes |
|
R5516 |
Student Use of Internet-Enabled Devices |
Revised |
SEA |
XIV. Unfinished Business
None
XV. New Business
None
Board recessed at 7:15 p.m., due to internet issues with Zoom.
Board back in session at 7:22 p.m.
XVI. Public Commentary (any topic)
Note on public input at BOE meetings: Board Policy #0167, adopted on June 18, 2018, provides for public participation in Board of Education meetings. Such participation is governed by the following rules:
- A participant must be recognized by the presiding officer and must preface comments by an announcement of his/her name, address, and group affiliation, if applicable;
- Each statement made by a participant shall be limited to three minutes’ duration. If necessary, the public comment portion of the meeting may be extended fifteen minutes with Board approval;
- No participant may speak more than once on the same topic until all others who wish to speak on that topic have been heard;
- All statements, questions, or inquiries shall be directed to the presiding officer and any questions or inquiries directed by a participant to another Board member shall be redirected to the presiding officer who shall determine if such statement, question, or inquiry shall be addressed by the presiding officer on behalf of the Board;
The portion of the meeting during which participation of the public is invited shall be limited to fifteen minutes (limit may be adjusted at the discretion of the presiding officer as circumstances dictate).
The Board of Education welcomes and encourages input from the public. Being mindful of privacy rights regarding students and board employees and to avoid any potential liability on the part of the speaker, the board discourages references to specific individuals. While directing your comments or questions to the board president, please understand that the public comment portions of the meeting are not structured as question and answer sessions but rather are offered as opportunities for you to share your thoughts with the board. The board president may need to refer an issue to the superintendent if the particular issue has not been handled through the appropriate chain of command with the school district. However, responses may be provided at the end of this session. There are times when comments and questions will require additional fact gathering before a response is provided.
● Katherine Sarmad - King George Road, stated that she will come to future meetings. Encourage others to come to meetings. Stated that others feel like her.
● Neeki Patel - Busy Bee Lane, discussed additional school transition studies.
● Stephanie Csaszar - Foxglove Drive, asked what makes 2027-28 necessary versus feasible.
XVII. Executive Session
● At 7:30 p.m. Ms. Keller moved the following:
WHEREAS, the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A.10:4-11, permits the Board of Education to meet in closed session to discuss certain matters, now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, the Board of Education adjourns to closed session to discuss:
○ a matter involving the purchase, lease, or acquisition of real property with public funds
Action will not be taken upon return to public session;
the length of the meeting is anticipated to be approximately 30 minutes; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, the minutes of this closed session be made public when the need for confidentiality no longer exists.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Toor and approved by a 7-0 roll-call vote.
On motion by Ms. Keller, seconded by Mr. Molfetta, the Board reconvened in open session at 7:43 p.m.
Continuation of Public Commentary (any topic)
● Stephanie Csaszar - Foxglove Drive - wants to know what the K-3 redistricting will look like.
● Mildred Spiller - Quill Pen Way - stated that keeping the K-5 configuration is very important to her due to the impact of families.
● Shannon Caravano - Wilderness Trail - is concerned that there will be a lack of preparedness with the upcoming transition.
On motion by Mr. Brotspies to close public commentary, seconded by Mrs. Dalton, the motion was approved by a 7-0 voice vote.
Dr. Mingle made some comments following the public comment period on the Planning For Growth comments. Pointed community members to the FAQs, which are available on the website.
XVIII. Adjourn
On motion by Mr. Brotspies, seconded by Mrs. Dalton the meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
Minutes submitted by,
Christopher Heagele
Board Secretary