Minutes for August 23, 2021
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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 7:00 p.m. by Board President
Marc Franco.
Open Public Meeting Statement – Mr. Franco read the following statement:
Re: Chapter 231 P.L. 1975: “The adequate notice of this regular meeting as required by the open public meetings act was provided by the posting, mailing/delivery, and filing of this notice on January 6, 2021. This notice was on that date was posted on the Courier News, and TAP into Warren, all in accordance with the requirements of the Open Public Meetings Act.”
II. Pledge of Allegiance – Marc Franco led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
III. Roll Call
Present: Mark Bisci, David Brezee, Lori Clar, Lisa DiMaggio, Todd Weinstein,
Patricia Zohn and Marc Franco.
Absent: Aaron Bellish and Laura Keller
Also Present: Dr. Matthew Mingle, Superintendent, Christopher Heagele, Board Secretary, and members of the public and press.
IV. Minutes
● Mr. Franco moved the following:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the public and private session minutes of the July 19, 2021 Board Meeting.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Bisci and approved by a 6-0-1 roll-call vote. (Mr. Brezee abstained.)
V. Correspondence and Information
Dr. Mingle reported that the Board received 4 emails from 2 individuals related to Return to School topics.
· 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 |
VI. President's Remarks – Mr. Marc Franco
Mr. Franco spoke briefly on the governor’s recent mask mandate.
A 10 minute recess was taken at 7:08 p.m. to reestablish the Zoom connection.
Mr. Franco welcomed Chris Heagele to his first meeting and the District.
Mr. Franco reported that he attended the New Staff Orientation earlier in the day.
VII. Superintendent’s Remarks – Dr. Matthew Mingle
Dr. Mingle thanked Scott Cook and Jeff Heaney on the New Staff Orientation.
Dr. Mingle also thanked Michael Pate for setting up parking, with no Middle School lot.
VIII. Presentations
● Return to School Planning Update - Dr. Mingle gave a Return to School update.
IX. Discussion
● Board Norms for Communication and Operations - Dr. Mingle reviewed changes to the Board Norms document. There were 4 suggestions recommended for review. Board took a straw poll on extraordinary circumstances and gave the presiding officer the flexibility to define.
X. Committee Reports
● Curriculum Communications & Technology Committee - Ms. DiMaggio reported on the August 18 Curriculum meeting, where Dr. Mingle and Mr. Kimmick gave the committee numerous updates, largely around the start of school.
● Finance / Operations / Security Committee - Mr. Bellish gave a report on the August 18th Finance meeting. The committee discussed several topics including the annual CAFR, the upcoming referendum, and the National School Lunch Program.
● Personnel / Negotiations Committee - Mrs. Zohn stated the Warren Township Education Foundation (WTEF) has been reinstated as a 503(c) foundation, and is now in a position to accept donations.
● Return To School Committee - The committee discussed the information provided in Dr. Mingle’s presentation.
XI. Public Commentary (agenda items only)
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;
- When the Board of Education is conducting its meetings either virtually or in a hybrid environment, members of the public may also submit comments no later than 9:00 AM the day of the board meeting via email to BA@warrentboe.org or hardcopy mail to the district office.
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 following individuals spoke about Executive Order 251:
● Ms. Mariette Dzeletovic, King George Road
● Mr. Adam Silver, Quail Run
● Ms. Heather Silver, Quail Run
● Ms. Linda Draper, Briarwood Drive East
● Ms. Vanessa Ferreira, Valley View Road
● Ms. Rachel Singleton, Deerwood Trail West
● Ms. Ayanna Taylor, Highmount Avenue
● Ms. Courtney Vilanove, Briarwood Drive East
● Mr. Richard Lubeck, Jessica Lane
● Ms. Meruka Hazari, Skyline Drive
● Mr. Steve Tor, Nottingham Way
● Ms. Heather Silver, Quail Run
Additional time for public comment was granted by Mr. Franco on several occasions.
XII. Items for Board Consideration/Action
Mr. Brezee asked to pull C.1. for a separate vote.
Mr. Bisci asked a question on B.4., and asked how the Resolution would be communicated by the Board. Dr. Mingle stated that a letter will be sent to elected officials with a copy of the Resolution.
On motion by Mr. Bisci, seconded by Mrs. Clar, the consent items A.1. through A.4., B.1. through B.4., C.2. through C.17., D.1. and D.2., were approved by a 7-0 roll-call vote.
On motion by Mr. Bisci, seconded by Mrs. DiMaggio, the consent item C.1. was approved by a 6-0-1 roll-call vote. (Mr. Brezee 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 19, 2021.
A.2. Tuition Contract
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves a tuition contract with the
parents of Student #6177416312 for attendance at Mt. Horeb School, effective September 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, at a monthly cost of $424.50.
A.3. Board Goals
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education adopts the following goals for the
2021-2022 school year:
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- Reestablish best practices for norms of board communications and operations.
- Support a communications strategy for the referendum.
- Support the implementation of year two strategic plan priorities:Return all students to school in traditional length school days.
- Administer common assessments and support staff in the process of analyzing and using results to inform goal setting and promote student
- investment in the learning. (Competencies Goal 1)
- Develop staff’s understanding of and capacity to effectively use growth mindset strategies to support curriculum, classroom culture, and student learning. (Competencies Goal 1)
- Establish social emotional values, expectations, and practices in community and culture building as a foundation for academic success. (Competencies Goal 2; Health, Wellness, & Safety Goal 1)
- Develop a flowchart for change management. (Voice & Engagement Goal 2)
- Pilot a full-day preschool program. (Equity & Consistency Goal 1)
- Determine the elementary school structures and zones that will maximize equitable access to student learning opportunities. (Equity & Consistency Goal 1)
- Address annual items in the Safe Havens school safety action plan. (Health, Wellness, & Safety Goal 2)
A.4. Curriculum Guides - 2021
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following new and revised curriculum guides:
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- K-8 ESL
- 2-8 World Language
- 6-8 Computer Science
- 6-8 Music Cycles
- K-8 Visual Arts
- Gifted and Talented Handbook
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 2021 in the amount of $2,106,311.04.
B.2. Board Secretary's and Treasurer's Report - FINAL
WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the report of the secretary for the month of June 2021;
WHEREAS, this report shows the following balances on June 30, 2021:
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FUND |
CASH BALANCE |
APPROPRIATION BALANCE |
UNAPPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE |
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(10) General Current Expense Fund |
$10,462,630.47 |
$1,929,204.87 |
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(10) General Current Expense |
$0.00 |
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(11) Current Expense |
$3,042,629.18 |
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(12) Capital Outlay |
$170,400.48 |
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(13) Special Schools |
$161,914.24 |
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(20) Special Revenue Fund |
$0.00 |
$31,249.80 |
$0.00 |
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(30) Capital Projects Fund |
$0.00 |
$243,006.78 |
$0.00 |
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(40) Debt Service Fund |
$0.00 |
$0.65 |
$0.00 |
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TOTAL GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS |
$10,462,630.47 |
$3,649,201.13 |
$1,929,204.87 |
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(60) Milk Fund |
$4,049.49 |
$0.00 |
$ 15,660.49 |
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(61) Juice and Water Fund |
$1,358.13 |
$0.00 |
$ 1,358.13 |
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TOTAL ENTERPRISE FUNDS |
$5,407.62 |
$0.00 |
$17,018.62 |
WHEREAS, in compliance with law and code the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the district board of education, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, the Board of Education accepts the above reference reports and certifications and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, in compliance with law and code, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary's monthly financial report (appropriation section), to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of law and code and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district's financial obligations for the remainder of the year.
B.3. 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:
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Name |
School |
Workshop/ Conference |
Location |
Month/Yr |
Cost |
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Melissa Smolenski |
District |
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Instructor Certification Program |
Springfield, NJ |
Sept. 2021 |
$3,699 |
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Jessica Decelle |
MS |
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Instructor Certification Program |
Springfield, NJ |
Sept. 2021 |
$3,699 |
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Michelle Zgombic |
MH |
New Jersey Educational Computing Cooperative |
Montclair, NJ |
Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. 2021 Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May. June, 2022 |
$231 |
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.4. Masking
RESOLVED, that the Warren Township Board of Education, hereby requests
that the State provide local, fact-specific masking requirements based on
publicly available data rather than a statewide mask mandate.
C. Personnel/Student Services
C.1. Employment for the 2021-2022 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/PCR |
Location |
Degree |
Step |
Salary |
Effective Date |
Tenure |
Discussion |
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Alanna Schwartz |
ELA Teacher 02-33-22/bdj |
WMS |
BA |
2 |
$60,409 |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
To replace employee #1209 |
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Latrice Fairley |
1:1 Paraprofessional, 32.5 hrs 08-30-08/bfp |
CS |
N/A |
1 |
$26,964 |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
To replace employee #3442 |
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Alethia Gallien |
Multi-Duty Paraprofessional, 20 hrs per week 08-30-15/bmi |
CS |
N/A |
1 |
$14,883 |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
New Position |
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Elisabeth Weaver |
1:1 Paraprofessional 08-35-08/bgs |
MH |
N/A |
1 |
$26,964 |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
To replace employee #2207 |
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Emily Zengel |
Leave Replacement School Counselor |
WMS |
MA |
1 |
$65,504 |
August 30, 2021 through December 23, 2021 |
N |
To replace employee #1415 |
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Ruth Serino |
1:1 Paraprofessional, 32.5 hrs 08-35-08/bmm |
MH |
N/A |
15-16 |
$31,394 |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
New Position |
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Jennifer Armao |
Multi-Duty Paraprofessional, 15 hrs per week 08-35-15/bmj |
MH |
N/A |
1 |
$11,162.50 |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
New Position |
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Stuart Januszanis |
Grounds Maintenance 04-00-21/bhn |
District |
N/A |
N/A |
$45,000 (prorated) |
September 7, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
To replace employee #3517 |
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Christie Zomer |
Leave Replacement Teacher |
WS |
BA |
1 |
$59,549 (prorated) |
August 30, 2021 through December 23, 2021 |
N |
To replace employee #3059 |
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Sarah Hughes |
Special Education Teacher |
ALT |
MA |
1 |
$65,504 |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
To replace employee #3390 |
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Kelly Yeager |
Special Education Teacher 02-40-22/bjf |
MH |
BA |
1 |
$59,549 |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
To replace employee #1475 |
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Erick Velasquez |
0.4 Physical Education Teacher 02-33-22/biu |
WMS |
BA |
1 |
$23,819 |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
To replace employee #3513 |
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Joanna Kania |
Night Custodian |
MH |
N/A |
N/A |
$37,500 |
August 24, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
To replace employee #3302 |
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Regina Valenti |
Part-Time Multi-Duty Paraprofessional 15 hrs per week 08-40-15/bmh |
ALT |
N/A |
N/A |
$11,162 |
On or about August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
New Position |
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Seria Tucker |
1:1 Paraprofessional,32.5hrs per week 08-40-08/bff |
ALT |
N/A |
6-10 |
$29,585 |
On or about August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
New Position |
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Beata Wilczynski |
1:1 Paraprofessional, 32.5 hrs per week 08-40-08/bgk |
ALT |
N/A |
13-14 |
$30,777 |
On or about August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
To replace employee #2885 |
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Celeste Massa |
Part-Time Multi-Duty Paraprofessional, 6 hrs per week 08-50-15/bmk |
WS |
N/A |
5 |
$4,842 |
On or about August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
New Position |
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Andrea Fazio |
Part-Time Multi-Duty Paraprofessional, 9 hrs per week 08-50-15/bmk |
WS |
N/A |
5 |
$7,263 |
On or about August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
N |
New Position |
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Kimberly Bostory |
Technology Teacher/Coach 02-40-22/dbx 02-50-22/bdy |
WS/ALT |
MA+45 |
8-9 |
$83,493 |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022* |
N |
To replace employee #0485 |
* (This motion supersedes previous motion from May 10, 2021.)
C.2. Substitutes
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following to be appointed as substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year.
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Name |
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Latrice Fairley |
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Emily Zengel |
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Erick Velasquez |
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Mary Buccarelli (School Nurse) |
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ToniAnn Waters |
C.3. Leave Request
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following leave requests:
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Employee ID |
Paid/Unpaid |
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#2530 |
FMLA - August 30, 2021 through November 19, 2021 (unpaid) |
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#3059 |
FMLA - On or about June 4, 2021 through June 30, 2021(paid) NJFLA - August 30, 2021 through November 19, 2021 (unpaid) Extended Leave - November 20, 2021 through December 23, 2021 (unpaid) (This motion supersedes the previous motion approved on March 1, 2021) |
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#3466 |
LOA - August 30, 2021 through on or about November 10, 2021 (unpaid) |
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#1128 |
FMLA - August 30, 2021 through October 29, 2021 (½ day) (Paid) FMLA - October 29, 2021 (½ day) through November 10, 2021 (unpaid) |
C.4. Transfer/Change in Assignment
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the transfer/change in
assignment of the following district staff:
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Name |
Effective Date |
From |
To |
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Janine Boylan |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
Multi-Duty Para (office) - $12,923 08-33-15/bep - 15 hrs per week |
Multi-Duty Paraprofessional (office) - $12,923 08-33-15/bep -15 hrs per week Multi-Duty Paraprofessional (cafe) $12,923 08-33-15/bmi |
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Francesca Frosoni |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
ALT Grade 3 Teacher 02-40-22/agu |
MH/CS Instructional Specialist 02-00-04/ayv |
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Rebecca Sutherland |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
CS Special Education 02-30-19/blk |
CS Grade 5 Teacher 02-30-22/auk |
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Laura Rodaman |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
CS Grade 4 Teacher 02-30-22/atm |
CS Special Education 02-30-19/blk |
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Megan O’Donnell |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
CS Grade 5 Teacher 02-30-22/auk |
CS Grade 4 Teacher 02-30-22/atm |
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Elizabeth Maag |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
MH Special Education Grade 1 Teacher |
MH Kindergarten Teacher |
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Dianne Harris |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
MH Special Education Grade 2 Teacher |
MH Special Education Grade 1 Teacher |
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Richard Bardy |
August 30, 2021 through November 19, 2021 |
WMS 1:1 Paraprofessional |
WMS Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher |
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Leslie Mupo |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022 |
1:1 Paraprofessional, 32.5 hrs per week 08-35-08/bib $32,023.30 |
Classroom Paraprofessional, 30 hrs per week 08-35-08/bgs $29,560.00 |
C.5. Approval to Abolish Positions
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves to abolish the following positions for 2021-2022 school year:
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Location |
Position |
Full-Time Equivalent |
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CS |
Classroom Paraprofessional, 30 hrs 08-30-08/bmg |
1.0 |
|
MH |
Classroom Paraprofessional, 30 hrs 08-35-08/big |
1.0 |
C.6. Approval to Create Positions
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the creation of the following positions for 2021-2022 school year:
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Location |
Position |
Full-Time Equivalent |
|
MH |
1:1 Paraprofessional, 32.5 hrs 08-35-08/bmm |
1.0 |
|
MH |
Kindergarten Teacher 02-35-22/bac |
1.0 |
C.7. Special Education Service Provider List
RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the addition of United Therapy Solutions to the Service Provider List as a provider of a substitute Speech Language Pathologist, at an hourly rate of $95.
C.8. Advancement on the Salary Guide
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following staff for amended placements on the 2021-2022 salary guide:
|
Name |
From |
To |
Effective |
|
Brielle Crowe |
MA+15 |
MA+30 |
09/01/2021 |
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Sara von Bartheld |
MA |
MA+15 |
09/01/2021 |
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Linnea Middleton |
BA+15 |
MA |
09/01/2021 |
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Katie Koczon |
BA+15 |
MA |
09/01/2021 |
C.9. Retirement/Resignation
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the retirement/resignations
of the following staff:
|
Name |
Position |
Location |
Retirement/ Resignation |
Dates of Service |
|
Francis Schaedel |
Bus Driver, 25 hrs per week 12-00-24/aku |
District |
Resignation |
September 11, 2020 through August 27, 2021 |
|
Sherri Strauss |
1:1 Paraprofessional, 32.5 hrs per week 08-40-08/bgk |
ALT |
Resignation |
January 29, 2014 through September 8, 2021 |
|
Shelley Stupay |
Paraprofessional 08-35-08/bgt |
MH |
Retirement |
February 25, 2002 through October 31, 2021 |
C.10. Kindergarten Orientation Program
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following district staff to prepare and present to new staff, as per the WTEA negotiated agreement, for 1 hour at a rate of $50 per hour. The total cost is not to exceed $900.00:
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Name |
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Kelly Blessing-Maire |
Julie Jagiello |
Alex Pranzo |
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Jan Brennan |
Elizabeth Maag |
Kelly Stankiewicz |
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Rachel Bringuier |
Reid Maglione |
Ali Steffner |
|
Sharon Carroll |
Karen Marino |
Tara Taggart |
|
Meredith Fishelman |
Andrea McGuire |
Joan Toth |
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Patricia Iannacone |
Barbara Pellicano |
Doris Zanchelli |
C.11. Summer Curriculum Instruction Projects 2021-2022
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following staff for the 2021-2022 curriculum writing projects, as per the WTEA negotiated agreement, at a rate of $50 per hour, at a maximum of 10 hours, for a total cost not to exceed $500.00:
|
Name |
|
Francesca Frosoni |
C.12. Long Term Substitute
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following individual as a Long Term Substitute:
|
Name |
Effective Date |
Replacing Employee # |
|
Celeste Ostry |
August 30, 2021 through on or about November 10, 2021 |
#1128 |
|
SzeKai (Jessica) Tsui |
September 1, 2021 through November 19, 2021 |
#3482 |
C.13. NJPSA Equity in Action Summer Training
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the summer required professional development participant contracted hourly $20 per hour for attendance at NJPSA Equity in Action summer training on August 5 and 23, 2021. The total cost not to exceed $360.
|
Name |
|
Cynthia Cassidy |
|
Christine Cirrotti |
|
Linda Yu |
C.14. Amendment of Employment Contract
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the amended contract of employment between the Warren Township Board of Education and Michael Pate, Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds.
C.15. WTEA Stipend Positions 2021-2022
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following WTEA stipend positions per the contracted rate for the 2021-2022 school year:
|
Lunchroom Supervisors |
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Grade 6 |
Grade 7 |
Grade 8 |
|
Sean Mealey |
David Arnold |
Nicholas Bayachek |
|
Brenda Sasso |
Donna Bardy |
Danielle Buzby |
|
Lisa Seccamanie |
Celeste Ostry |
Sean Convery |
|
TBD |
John Seremula |
TBD |
C.16. 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 24, 2021, at the WTEA contractual rate of $50 per hour per employee, for a total cost not to exceed $4,200.
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Name |
|||
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Sanjita Livingston |
Elena Marinello |
Lauren Valera |
Jessica Mironski |
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Marissa Sarao |
Mark Weber |
Rebecca Sutherland |
Michele Wolkun |
|
Christina Tommaso |
Jacqueline Fattell |
Colleen Krumm |
Vivien Plesmid |
|
Helen Scully |
Andrew Ahimovic |
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C.17. Warren Middle School Staff Additional Hours Summer 2021
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following Middle School staff to work extra days, at the employee’s per diem rate, as noted below:
|
Name |
Position |
Amount |
|
Emily Zengel |
Guidance Counselor |
$327.52 per day, not to exceed one day |
D. Policy
D.1. Policies – Abolish
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the abolishment of the following policies:
|
Number |
Name |
New/Revision |
Source of Changes |
|
P1648 |
Restart and Recovery Plan |
Abolish |
SEA |
|
P1648.02 |
Remote Learning Options for Families |
Abolish |
SEA |
|
P1648.03 |
Restart and Recovery Plan - Full-Time Remote Instruction |
Abolish |
SEA |
D.2. Policies – First Reading and Adoption
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the first reading and adoption of the following policy:
|
Number |
Name |
New/Revision |
Source of Changes |
|
P1648.11 |
The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety |
New |
SEA |
XIII. Unfinished Business
N/A
XIV. New Business
N/A
XV. 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;
- When the Board of Education is conducting its meetings either virtually or in a hybrid environment, members of the public may also submit comments no later than 9:00 AM the day of the board meeting via email to BA@warrentboe.org or hardcopy mail to the district office.
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 following individuals spoke about Executive Order 251:
● Ms. Sumitra Nicholson, Livingston Avenue
● Ms. Ilana Goldstein-Barksy, Gates Avenue
● Ms. Nicolle Gameiro, King George Road
● Mr. Richard Lubeck, Jessica Lane
● Mr. Adam Silver, Quail Run
● Ms. Linda Draper, Briarwood East
● Ms. Mariette Dzeletovic, King George Road
● Ms. Heather Silver, Quail Run
● Ms. Rachel Singleton, Deerwood Trail West
● Ms. Jaclyn Joki, Heritage Drive
● Ms. Vanessa Ferreira, Valley View Road
● Ms. Susie Chu, Mustang Trail
Additional time for public comment was granted by Mr. Franco on several occasions.
XVI. Executive Session
● At 9:05 p.m. Mr. Bisci 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:
pending or anticipated litigation or contract negotiation and/or matters of attorney-client privilege
Action will not be taken upon return to public session;
the length of the meeting is anticipated to be approximately 20 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. Franco and approved by unanimous voice vote.
On motion by Mr. Weinstein, seconded by Mr. Franco, the Board reconvened in open session at 9:23 p.m.
XVII. Adjourn
On motion by Mr. Weinsten seconded by Mr. Franco, the meeting was adjourned at 9:23p.m.
Minutes submitted by,
Christopher Heagele
Board Secretary
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