Minutes for April 29, 2024
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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 6:30 p.m. by Board President Patricia Zohn
Open Public Meeting Statement – Mrs. Zohn 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 11, 2024. This notice was on that date posted on the bulletin board in the Township Office, sent to the Courier News and TAPinto Warren, 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 – Mrs. Zohn led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
III. Roll Call
Present: Mehul Desai, Natalie Feuchtbaum, Laura Keller, Richard Molfetta,
Scotto Otto, Stephen Toor, Ryan Valentino, Todd Winstein and Patricia Zohn
Absent:
Also Present: Dr. Matthew Mingle, Superintendent, Christopher Heagele, Board Secretary, and members of the public and press.
IV. Executive Session
● At 6:32 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 collective bargaining agreement and/or negotiations related to it,
a matter involving the purchase, lease, or acquisition of real property with public funds and
specific prospective or current employees unless all who could be adversely affected request an open session
Action will 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. Otto and approved by unanimous voice vote.
V. Motion to return to Open Session
On motion by Mr. Otto, seconded by Mr. Valentino, the Board reconvened in open session at 6:58 p.m.
IV. Minutes
● Ms. Keller moved the following:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the public minutes of the March 18, 2024 Board Meeting.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Otto and approved by a 9-0 roll-call vote.
V. Correspondence and Information.
● Dr. Mingle reported on HIBs and suspensions.
· HIB Information
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Total # of Investigations: |
Total # of Determined Bullying Incidents: |
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7 |
1 |
· Suspension Report
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In School: |
Out of School: |
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3 |
1 |
· Fire Drills
| ALT | Central | Mt. Horeb | Woodland | Middle |
| March 15 | March 12 | March 19 | March 12 | March 26 |
· Security Drills
| ALT | Central | Mt. Horeb | Woodland | Middle |
| March 25 | March 7 | March 26 | March 7 | March 19 |
| Non-Fire | Non-Fire | Non-Fire | Non-Fire | Non-Fire |
| Evacuation | Evacuation | Evacuation | Evacuation | Evacuation |
· Bus Evacuation Drills
| ALT | Central | Mt. Horeb | Woodland | Middle |
| March 12 | March 1 | March 12 | March 4 | March 13 |
VI. President's Remarks - Mrs. Patricia Zohn
● Mrs. Zohn reported on the following:
○ Special thanks to the Lions Club for their donation (Item B.5.)
○ Acknowledgement of Autism Awareness in the month of April.
○ Announced the ratified contract between the Board and the WTEA. Special thanks to the Board Negotiations Committee and the WTEA team for its work on arriving at a mutually acceptable outcome.
C. Personnel/Student Services
On motion by Ms. Keller, seconded by Mr. Otto, the board item C.19., was approved by a 9-0 roll-call vote.
C.19. 2024-2028 WTEA Collective Bargaining Agreement Approval
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the 2024-2028 WTEA Collective Agreement which was ratified by the WTEA membership on April 29, 2024.
VII. Superintendent’s Remarks - Dr. Matthew Mingle
● Dr. Mingle reported that on May 13, we will celebrate our Governor’s Educator of the Year Award Recognition and another National Award winner.
VIII. Presentation
None
IX. Discussion
None
X. Committee Reports
● Curriculum and Technology Committee - No meeting
○ Stephen Toor - Chair, Mehul Desai, Rich Molfetta, Laura Keller - Alternate
● Finance, Operations, and Security Committee - March 26 & April 15, 2024
○ Patricia Zohn - Chair, Scott Otto - Vice Chair, Ryan Valentino, Rich Molfetta - Alternate
■ Mrs. Zohn reported that the Finance Committee met on March 26 for a public meeting on the budget.
■ Mrs. Zohn also reported that the Finance Committee met on April 15: (1) to discuss the upcoming budget hearing, (2) to provide feedback to the administration on the Capital Improvement Plan, and (3) to receive an update on the district’s ROD grant.
● Personnel, Negotiations, and Communication Committee - April 8, 2024
○ Laura Keller - Chair, Natalie Feuchtbaum, Todd Weinstein, Stephen Toor - Alternate
■ Ms. Keller reported that the Negotiations Committee met to negotiate the CBA with the WTEA. The meeting ended with a tentative agreement with the WTEA.
● Ad Hoc Strategic Planning Committee - No Meeting
○ Laura Keller, Stephen Toor, Patricia Zohn
XIII. Budget Hearing
● During the budget hearing, the public is invited to comment on the district’s 2024/2025 budget. All public input during the budget hearing is governed by the rules set forth in Board Policy #0167.
None
On motion by Ms. Keller to close budget hearing public commentary, seconded by Mr. Desai, the motion was approved by a 9-0 voice vote.
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 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.
● Philip Jones, Vice President, WTEA - Thanked the WTEA for their support and the Board negotiating committee and the full Board for their willingness to reach a fair agreement.
On motion by Mr. Otto to close public commentary, seconded by Mr. Valentino, the motion was approved by a 9-0 voice vote.
XII. Items for Board Consideration/Action
● Dr. Mingle reported on:
○ Item A.3. - 2023/24 School Calendar, where the last day will be June 12 for all district buildings except Mt. Horeb School, where the last day will be June 13.
○ Item B.6. - 2024/25 Budget, there were no changes from the preliminary budget.
○ Item B.8. - NJQSAC, the results indicate WTBOE is a high performing school.
○ Item C.2. - With WTEA Contract ratified, the salary in this item can be added to the motion, which it was.
○ Lastly, several motions in Section C reflect changes to the 2024/2025 staff roster.
On motion by Ms. Keller, seconded by Mr. Weinstein, the consent items A.1., through A.6., B.1., through B.13., and C.1., through C.18., were approved by a 9-0 roll-call vote.
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 March 18, 2024.
A.2. School Safety Data System (SSDS) Summary Report
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the SSDS Summary Report submitted by the Superintendent for the Report Period 1 of the 2023-2024 school year.
A.3. 2023-2024 Revised Calendar
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the 2023-2024 revised calendar.
A.4. Fieldwork Site
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following supervised
clinical fieldwork at Warren Township BOE for the 2024-2025 School Year:
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School |
Clinical Field |
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Misericordia University |
Speech-Language Pathology |
A.5. Home Instruction
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves up to 10 hours per week of home instruction for Student #2063384875, beginning April 11, 2024, at a rate of $50 per hour, at a cost not to exceed $3,000.
A.6. Home Instruction
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves up to 10 hours per week of home instruction for Student #2287175735, beginning April 17, 2024, at a rate of $50 per hour, at a cost not to exceed $4,000.
B. Finance/Operations/Transportation
B.1. Payment of Bills
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the payment of bills for the month of April 2024 in the amount of $6,484,920.43.
B.2. Board Secretary's and Treasurer's Report
WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the report of the secretary for the month of March 2024.
WHEREAS, this report shows the following balances on March 31, 2024
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FUND |
CASH BALANCE |
APPROPRIATION BALANCE |
FUND BALANCE |
|
(10) General Current Expense Fund |
$6,913,794.83 |
$1,637,065.46 |
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(10) General Current Expense |
$0.00 |
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(11) Current Expense |
$2,053,883.27 |
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(12) Capital Outlay |
$901,336.17 |
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(13) Special Schools |
$239.03 |
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(20) Special Revenue Fund |
($71,003.79) |
$141,173.10 |
$0.00 |
|
(30) Capital Projects Fund |
$39,427.62 |
$63,480.38 |
$1,949,308.08 |
|
(40) Debt Service Fund |
$0.00 |
$0.12 |
$179.41 |
|
TOTAL GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS |
$6,882,218.66 |
$3,160,112.07 |
$3,586,552.95 |
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Wealth Mgmt - Capital Reserve |
$4,900,000.00 |
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Wealth Mgmt - Operating |
$1,750,000.00 |
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Wealth Mgmt - Capital Projects |
$4,216,000.00 |
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TOTAL WEALTH MANAGEMENT |
$10,866,000.00 |
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(60) Milk Fund |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |
|
|
(61) Juice and Water Fund |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |
|
|
(62) Food Service Account |
$153,551.26 |
($315,957.97) |
$58,742.82 |
|
TOTAL ENTERPRISE FUNDS |
$153,551.26 |
($315,957.97) |
$58,742.82 |
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. Budget Transfers for Month of March 2024
RESOLVED, the Board of Education ratifies the following transfers between budget line items that have been approved by the Superintendent of Schools and that are now being reported to the Board pursuant to Policy 6422:
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TO: |
FROM: |
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1. |
11-000-219-390-030-08-00 |
CST - Purchased Services - CS |
11-000-218-500-030-12-00 |
Guidance - Purchased Services - CS |
$1,385 |
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2. |
11-000-219-390-030-08-00 |
CST - Purchased Services - CS |
11-000-218-500-033-12-00 |
Guidance - Purchased Services - MS |
$1,385 |
|
3. |
11-000-219-390-035-08-00 |
CST - Purchased Services - CS |
11-000-218-500-035-12-00 |
Guidance - Purchased Services-MHS |
$1,385 |
|
4. |
11-000-219-390-035-08-00 |
CST - Purchased Services - MHS |
11-000-218-500-040-12-00 |
Guidance - Purchased Services - ALT |
$1,385 |
|
5. |
11-000-219-390-035-08-00 |
CST - Purchased Services - MHS |
11-000-218-500-050-12-00 |
Guidance - Purchased Services - WS |
$1,385 |
|
6. |
11-000-219-390-035-08-00 |
CST - Purchased Services - MHS |
11-000-222-300-035-11-01 |
Ed Media-Prof. & Tech. Services-MHS |
$2,000 |
|
7. |
11-000-219-390-040-08-00 |
CST - Purchased Services - ALT |
11-000-222-300-040-11-01 |
Ed Media-Prof. & Tech. Services-ALT |
$4,000 |
|
8. |
11-000-222-600-035-04-12 |
Library Books - MHS |
11-000-222-800-035-04-00 |
Library - Memberships - MHS |
$100 |
|
9. |
11-000-223-500-050-06-00 |
Staff Training-Purchased Svcs-WS |
11-000-223-580-050-06-00 |
Workshops & Travel-Staff Training-WS |
$500 |
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10. |
11-000-230-339-000-01-00 |
Purchased Prof. Services- Admin. |
11-000-230-100-000-01-02 |
Salaries - Treasurer |
$2,500 |
|
11. |
11-000-230-339-000-01-00 |
Purchased Prof. Services- Admin. |
11-000-230-585-000-01-02 |
BOE - Travel |
$2,450 |
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12. |
11-000-263-420-000-09-00 |
Grounds-Repair & Maintenance Services |
11-000-262-621-030-09-03 |
Heat - CS |
$7,000 |
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13. |
11-000-263-420-000-09-00 |
Grounds-Repair & Maintenance Services |
11-000-262-621-033-09-07 |
Heat - MS |
$7,000 |
|
14. |
11-000-263-420-000-09-00 |
Grounds-Repair & Maintenance Services |
11-000-262-621-035-09-04 |
Heat - MHS |
$7,000 |
|
15. |
11-000-263-420-000-09-00 |
Grounds-Repair & Maintenance Services |
11-000-262-621-040-09-05 |
Heat - ALT |
$7,000 |
|
16. |
11-000-263-420-000-09-00 |
Grounds-Repair & Maintenance Services |
11-000-262-621-050-09-06 |
Heat - WS |
$3,000 |
|
17. |
11-000-270-420-000-10-00 |
Transportation - Repair & Maintenance |
11-000-270-593-000-10-00 |
Transportation - Purchased Services |
$1,000 |
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18. |
11-000-270-580-000-10-00 |
Workshops & Travel - Transportation |
11-000-270-800-000-10-00 |
Transportation - Other |
$100 |
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19. |
11-204-100-101-033-07-00 |
Salaries - LLD Teacher - MS |
11-213-100-101-033-07-00 |
Salaries - RC Teachers - MS |
$73,520 |
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20. |
11-216-100-106-035-04-00 |
Salaries - Preschool Aides - MHS |
11-213-100-106-030-03-00 |
Salaries - RC Aides - CS |
$8,500 |
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21. |
12-000-261-730-000-00-00 |
Required Maintenance Equipment |
11-130-100-101-033-07-00 |
Salaries - Grades 6-8 Teachers - MS |
$86,047 |
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22. |
12-000-261-730-033-09-07 |
Required Maintenance Equipment- MS |
11-000-261-420-030-09-03 |
Maintenance Repairs - CS |
$9,100 |
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23. |
12-000-270-734-000-00-00 |
School Bus - Special Education |
11-000-291-270-000-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$93,521 |
B.4. 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 |
|
Matthew Mingle |
District |
New Jersey Association of School Administrators Spring Leadership Conference |
Atlantic City |
May 2024 |
$625 |
|
Molly Lange |
District |
New Jersey Association of School Administrators Spring Leadership Conference |
Atlantic City |
May 2024 |
$1,014 |
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.5. Donation - Lions Club of Warren
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts, with gratitude, a donation in the amount of $700 from the Lions Club of Warren to be used to support a LLD classroom project at the Middle School.
B.6. Adoption of the 2024-2025 Budget
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the 2024-2025 Warren Township School District Budget as approved by the Executive County Superintendent of Schools for Somerset County.
The budget includes sufficient funds to provide curriculum and instruction which will enable all students to achieve the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and is in compliance with N.J.S.A. 18A and N.J.A.C Title 6 and 6A.
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Proposed 2024-2025 Budget |
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Appropriations: |
Revenue: |
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Fund 10 |
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Transfer to Charter Schools (10) |
$21,499 |
State Aid: General Fund |
$3,294,257 |
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Operating Budget (11) |
$50,346,043 |
Tax Levy: General Fund |
$46,249,908 |
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Capital Outlay (12) |
$358,777 |
Other Revenues |
$1,048,385 |
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Summer School (13) |
$451,231 |
Fund Balance |
$585,000 |
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FUND 10 TOTAL |
$51,177,550 |
FUND 10 TOTAL |
$51,177,550 |
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Fund 20 |
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Special Revenue Appropriations |
$454,572 |
Grants - Local |
$21,000 |
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Grants - Federal |
$433,572 |
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FUND 20 TOTAL |
$454,572 |
$454,572 |
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GRAND TOTAL |
$51,632,122 |
GRAND TOTAL |
$51,632,122 |
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FURTHER RESOLVED, the budget includes an increase in the tax levy which utilizes an enrollment adjustment of $1,195,656 and an inflation adjustment of $417,060 (partial allowable amount only), as allowed by law, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, per NJAC 6A:23B-1.2(b), the budget provides for a maximum expenditure amount that may be allotted for travel and expense reimbursement. The 2024-2025 final budget includes a maximum travel appropriation of $125,000. The School Business Administrator shall track and record these costs to insure that the maximum amount is not exceeded, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, a Board of Education may, and this Board does, establish, for regular district business travel only, an annual school year threshold of $1,500 per staff member where prior Board approval shall not be required for regular business travel, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, the Board of Education hereby authorizes the Superintendent and Business Administrator to implement the 2024-2025 budget as hereby approved.
B.7. Joint Agreements between UCESC and Warren BOE
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves entering into the following joint agreements between Union County Educational Services Commission (UCESC) and the Warren Township Board of Education for the 2024-2025 School Year:
● Coordinated Transportation Services agreement, dated July 1, 2024, with an administration fee of 4%.
B.8. NJQSAC Performance Continuum Placement
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby accepts the New Jersey Quality Single Accountability (QSAC) Performance Continuum.
B.9. Special Counsel
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the appointment of King, Moench & Collins LLP (non fair and open) as Special Counsel for the Calendar Year 2024 at an hourly rate of $185 for attorneys and $95 for paralegals at an approximate total cost not to exceed $25,000.
B.10. Participation in National School Lunch Program
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the district’s participation in the National School Lunch Program (district wide) for the 2024-2025 school year.
B.11. Renewal of National School Lunch Program Commercial Vendor
WHEREAS, 15 Walnut LLC DBA Misters has performed as the Board’s National School Lunch Program Commercial Vendor during the 2023-2024 school year in an effective and efficient manner.
WHEREAS, 15 Walnut LLC DBA Misters and the Board have agreed on a renewal price for lunch of $3.43 for each elementary school meal provided and $3.48 for each middle school meal provided.
WHEREAS, the Total Estimated Cost of Contract is $309,825 as calculated per New Jersey Department of Agriculture requirements.
Now, therefore be it RESOLVED that the Board hereby renews the contract with 15 Walnut LLC DBA Misters for the 2024-2025 school year.
B.12. 2024-2025 School Year - National School Lunch Program Pricing
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby sets the following prices for the National School Lunch Program for the 2024-2025 school year.
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Item |
Price |
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School Lunch (Student) |
$4.75/lunch |
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School Lunch (Staff) |
$5.25/lunch |
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Milk |
$0.50/carton |
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Extra Pizza Slice* |
$2.25/slice |
*Only available with served school lunch (free or paid) on “pizza days.”
B.13. Somerset County SBA Representative
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education appoints Patirica Zohn as the 2024 Representative to the Somerset County School Boards Association.
C. Personnel/Student Services
C.1. Employment for the 2023-2024 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 |
|
Meghan Locker |
1:1. 32.5 hours Paraprofessional 08-50-08/blr |
WS |
N/A |
5 |
$32,739 with stipend |
April 15, 2024, through June 30, 2024 |
No |
To replace employee #3565 |
C.2. Employment for the 2024-2025 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 |
|
Nichole Kaller |
Board Certified Behavioral Analyst |
ALT/CS |
MA+15 |
14 |
$88,125 |
August 27, 2024 through June 30, 2025 |
Yes |
New Position |
|
Mayra Quezada |
Van Driver 12-00-24/bjw |
District |
N/A |
N/A |
$31,850 |
August 27, 2024 through June 30, 2025 |
No |
Replacing employee #3877 |
C.3. Long Term Substitutes
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following Long Term Substitutes:
|
Name |
Dates |
Employee # |
|
Mariette Dzeletovic |
March 8, 2024 through June 30, 2024 |
#2085 |
|
Lucas Bohmer |
August 27, 2024 through November 15, 2024 |
#3525 |
|
Darcy Passaro |
April 18, 2024 through June 30, 2024 (This motion supersedes the previous motion from February 26, 2024) |
#2954 |
C.4. Leave Request
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following leave requests:
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Employee ID |
Paid/Unpaid |
|
#3364 |
FMLA - January 2, 2024 through March 22, 2024 NJFLA - March 25, 2024 through June 30, 2024 (Unpaid) (This motion supersedes the motion from September 18, 2023) |
|
#3036 |
FMLA - April 9, 2024 through June 30, 2024 Extended Leave - July 1, 2024 through July 19, 2024 (Paid) |
|
#2631 |
FMLA - June 12, 2024 through August 30, 2024 (Paid) Extended Leave - September 3, 2024 (½ day AM) (Paid) Extended Leave September 3, 2024 (½ day PM) through October 11, 2024 (Unpaid) |
|
#3245 |
FMLA - August 27, 2024 through September 27, 2024 (Paid) NJFLA - September 30, 2024 through December 20, 2024 (Unpaid) Extended Leave - January 2, 2025 through February 28, 2025 (Unpaid) |
|
#3152 |
FMLA - June 3, 2024 through June 30, 2024 (Paid) NJFLA - August 27, 2024 through November 15, 2024 (Unpaid) Extended Leave - November 18, 2024 through June 30, 2025 (Unpaid) |
|
#3525 |
NJFLA - August 27, 2024 through November 15, 2024 (Unpaid) |
|
#2085 |
FMLA - March 7, 2024 through May, 31 2024 (Paid) Extended Leave - June 3, 2024 through June 30, 2024 (Paid) (This motion supersedes previous motion from March 18, 2024) |
|
#0700 |
FMLA - March 26, 2024 through May 16, 2024 (Paid) (This motion supersedes previous motion from February 26, 2024) |
|
#2954 |
Leave - April 18, 2024 through April 25 (½ day AM), 2024 (Paid) Leave - April 25 (½ day PM), 2024 through June 30, 2024 (Unpaid) Leave- August 27, 2024 through November 15, 2024 (Unpaid) (This motion supersedes previous motion from January 22, 2024) |
C.5. Retirement/Resignation
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the retirement/resignations
of the following staff:
|
Name |
Position |
Location |
Retirement/ Resignation |
Dates of Service |
|
Cali Brantner |
1:1 Paraprofessional 08-50-08/blr |
WS |
Resignation |
March 24, 2021 through April 12, 2024 |
|
Alexandra Foley |
Special Education Teacher .5 02-33-19/bhh .5 02-33-19/ach |
WMS |
Retirement |
January 24, 2000 through June 30, 2024 |
|
Holly Bucco |
Paraprofessional: Multi-Duty 08-50-15/bmp |
WS |
Resignation |
August 28, 2023 through June 30, 2024 |
|
Shannon Reis |
Special Education Teacher 02-50-19/bct 02-50-19/aps |
WS |
Resignation |
September 1, 2015 through June 30, 2024 |
|
Megan Mongno |
Teacher 02-35-22/ard |
MTH |
Resignation |
August 28, 2023 through June 30, 2024 |
|
Cathryn Ticchio |
Special Education Teacher 02-33-19-bcx |
MTH |
Resignation |
August 30, 2021 through June 30, 2024 |
|
Daniel Lorimor |
Security Manager 07-00-21/ayg |
District |
Resignation |
October 20, 2021 through May 24, 2024 |
|
Jolanta Scassera |
Grade 4 Teacher 02-35-22/aip |
MTH |
Retirement |
September 1, 2004 through June 30, 2024 |
C.6. 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 |
Notes |
|
Carlo Palumbo |
January 2, 2024 through June 17, 2024 |
Leave Replacement 1:1 Paraprofessional, Step 2 32.5 hours/ week |
Leave Replacement 1:1 Paraprofessional, Step 2 32.5 hours/ week |
To replace employee #3364/ updated dates of service |
C.7. WTEA Stipend Position 2023-2024
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following WTEA stipend for the 2023-2024 school year:
|
Position |
Name |
Amount |
|
Lunchroom Supervisor - Grade 6 |
Helen Scully (Temporary replacement for employee on FMLA) |
$2,601 (prorated for the period 3/21 through 3/28/24) |
C.8. Additional Hours
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following additional hours:
|
Name |
Student # |
Club/Purpose |
Starting Date |
Cost |
|
Eileen Sebor |
9453681605 and 6505575203 |
Six Flags Great Adventure |
May 10, 2024 |
$160 (6 hours, estimate) |
|
Valerie Nelson |
9875673316 |
Fairview Lakes Trip |
May 31, 2024 |
$125 (4 hours) |
|
Lisa Cohen |
9453681605 and 5069741456 |
Fairview Lakes Trip |
May 31,2024 |
$109 (4 hours) |
C.9. Special Education Service Provider List
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following addition to the Service Provider List for the 2023-2024 school year:
|
Name |
Rate |
|
The Uncommon Thread |
$1,600 For Functional Behavior Assessment in one setting with a written report |
C.10. 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 |
Notes |
|
Anthony Rizzolo |
April 15, 2024, through June 30, 2024 |
WMS 1:1 Paraprofessional Step 6 32.5 hours/ week |
CS 1:1 Paraprofessional Step 6 32.5 hours/ week |
Student Transition Support |
|
Emily Purkis |
April 15, 2024, through June 30, 2024 |
CS 1:1 Paraprofessional Step 2 32.5 hours/week |
WMS 1:1 Paraprofessional Step 2 32.5 hours/week |
Student Transition Support |
|
Paris LaRhonda Davis-Simmons |
April 15, 2024, through June 30, 2024 |
CS 1:1 Paraprofessional Step 13-14 32.5 hours/week |
CSl 1:1 Paraprofessional Step 13-14 32.5 hours/week |
Moving from 3-5 ABA to the preschool |
C. 11. Warren Academy Courses - Instructor Stipend 2023-2024
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following staff for reimbursement as an Instructor. Each instructor will be reimbursed at the WTEA contractual rate $50.00 per hour.
|
Staff Member |
Course |
Date |
Prep Hours |
Instructor Hours |
Cost Total Not to Exceed |
|
Francesca Frosoni |
Introduction to SPIRE |
May 3, 2024 |
1 |
1 |
$100 |
|
Francesca Frosoni |
Classroom Management |
April 30, 2024 |
1 |
1 |
$100 |
|
Christine Cirrotti |
Immediate Writing Feedback for students using AI and Brisk |
May 1, 2024 |
3 |
1 |
$200 |
C.12. Summer Fun 2024 Paraprofessional Staff Pay Rates
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the Summer Fun paraprofessionals hourly rates as follows:
|
Position |
Hourly Amount |
|
Multi-duty Paraprofessional |
$20.60 |
|
Other Adult (18+) Assistants |
$19.37 |
|
High School Assistants (Under 18) |
$14.20 |
*This motion supersedes previous motion from November 20, 2023.
C.13. Summer Custodian 2024 Staff Pay Rates
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the Summer Custodian 2024 staff hourly rates as follows:
|
Position |
Hourly Amount |
|
Summer Custodians |
$19.95 |
C.14. Appointment of Transportation Employees as Summer Custodians
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves all employees in the Transportation Department as Summer Custodians at a rate of $19.95/hour.
C.15. Substitute
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following to be appointed as a substitute teacher:
|
Name |
|
Kayla Williams |
C.16. Employment Rescission
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education rescinds the appointment of Luis Sanchez as Van Driver for Warren Township Schools effective April 15, 2024.
C.17. Approval to Create Positions
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves to create the following positions for 2024-2025 school year:
|
Location |
Position |
Full-Time Equivalent |
|
ALT |
Instructional Specialist |
1.0 |
|
ALT |
Special Education Teacher |
1.0 |
|
CS |
Special Education Teacher |
1.0 |
|
MH |
Instructional Specialist |
1.0 |
|
MH |
Special Education Teacher |
1.0 |
|
District |
Board Certified Behavior Analyst |
1.0 |
|
Total |
6.0 |
C.18. Approval to Abolish Positions
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves to abolish the following positions for 2024-2025 school year:
|
Location |
Position |
Full-Time Equivalent |
|
ALT |
Grade 3 Teacher |
1.0 |
|
ALT |
Instructional Specialist |
0.5 |
|
ALT |
Technology Teacher/Coach |
0.5 |
|
CS |
Grade 1 Teacher |
1.0 |
|
CS |
Grade 2 Teacher |
1.0 |
|
MH |
Grade 1 Teacher |
1.0 |
|
MH |
Grade 5 Teacher |
1.0 |
|
MH |
Instructional Specialist |
0.5 |
|
MH |
Technology Teacher/Coach |
0.5 |
|
WS |
Grade 2 Teacher |
1.0 |
|
District |
Board Certified Behavior Analyst |
0.5 |
|
Total |
8.5 |
XVI. Unfinished Business
None
XVII. New Business
● Watchung Hills Shared Services/Regionalization Feasibility Study - Mrs. Zohn reported on the recently held Watchung Hills Shared Services/Regionalization Feasibility Study meeting. Mrs. Feuchtbaum, who also attended the meeting, read a brief statement about the scope of the forthcoming study, which uses a State of New Jersey grant. A zoom session will be held on May 20th. An important note: regionalization can only happen after a public vote of support by all townships involved in the regional school, including Warren Township..
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;
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.
None
On motion by Mr. Otto to close public commentary, seconded by Ms. Keller, the motion was approved by a 9-0 voice vote.
XVI. Executive Session
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
specific prospective or current employees unless all who could be adversely affected request an open session
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.
XVII. Adjourn
On motion by Ms. Keller, seconded by Mr. Otto, the meeting was adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
Minutes submitted by,
Christopher Heagele
Board Secretary
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