MINUTESBUSINESS MEETING

CINNAMINSON BOARD OF EDUCATIONAPRIL 24, 2012

1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. in Room 120 of the Middle School.

2. A Moment of Silence was observed.

3. A salute to the Flag was given.

4. Roll Call showed the following members in attendance:

Mrs. Jean M. Cohen - PresidentMrs. Jacqueline Plunkett - Vice PresidentMrs. Pam CreppsDr. James A. HerschelMr. Stephen KennyMrs. Linda LambMr. James J. McGuckin, Jr.Mrs. Dolores Woodington

Absent was Mrs. DiMassimo Also present were Dr. Salvatore J. Illuzzi, Superintendent, Mrs. Terry Luxenberg,

Assistant Superintendent, Mr. Thomas W. Egan, Jr., Board Secretary/Business Administrator and Brittany Wun, the High School Student Representative.

5. Public Announcement by President: Statement is hereby made that adequate notice of this meeting was given by submission of said notice to the Burlington County Times and the Cinnaminson Township Clerk on May 17, 2011.

6. A motion was made by Mrs. Plunkett, seconded by Mr. McGuckin, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor to approve the routine business of the Business Administrator with the following exceptions:

Item #6.7, vendor #’s 7302, #8678, and any vendors who provide medical services and supplies which could be provided by the student’s own insurance and then submitted to the district with an explanation of benefits, 7 ayes, 1 nay (Lamb), 1 absent.

Item 6.8, approval of minutes from the March 13, 2012 regular meeting, 6 ayes, 0 nays, 2 abstentions (Kenny, Plunkett), 1 absent.

6.1 Secretary's Report for February: Appendix A

Board of Education’s Monthly Certification Budgetary Major Account/Fund Status

Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11(c)3 and 6:23-2.12*, we certify that as of the above date after review of the Secretary's monthly financial report (appropriations section) and upon consultation with the appropriate District officials, to the best of our knowledge no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11(c)3 and 6:23-2.12* and that sufficient funds are available to meet the District's financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year.

*Citations are subject to change due to periodic amendments, new rules and repeals.

6.2 Treasurer's Report for February, which is in agreement with the Secretary's Report: Appendix B

6.3 Monthly Budget/Receipts/Transfer Reports for February: Appendix C

Board Secretary’s Monthly Certification Budgetary Line Item Status

Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 6A:23-2.11(c)3 and 6:23-2.12*, I certify that no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the District Board of Education pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:22-8 and 18A:22-8-1.

*Citations are subject to change due to periodic amendments, new rules and repeals.

6.4 Monthly Transfer Report for the period ending April 18, 2012: Appendix D

6.5 Monthly HS Activities Reconciliation Report for February and March: Appendix E

6.6 Monthly Food Service Management Cost Performance Statement for February and March: Appendix F

6.7 Certified Bill List for April: Appendix G

6.8 Approval of Minutes for: Regular March 13, 2012

Public Hearing March 27, 2012 7. A motion was made by Mrs. Crepps, seconded by Mrs. Woodington, roll

call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor to approve the following routine business of the Superintendent:

7.1 Enrollment Report for March: Appendix H

7.2 Health Reports for March: Appendix I

7.3 Fire Alarm Report for March: Appendix J

7.4 Crisis Drill Reports for March: Appendix K

7.5 HIB Report for the period ending April 18, 2012: Appendix L

7.6 Superintendent’s Monthly Report for April: Appendix M

Dr. Illuzzi began his report by thanking all those in attendance from taking their time to come to our meeting this evening. This is a very special meeting as we take time from our normal business to recognize our volunteers who serve in every building in our school district. He noted that these volunteers, some of whom are here this evening, help make our schools a very special place for our staff and students. Our schools could not succeed without the support, patience and service of these dedicated people. On behalf of a grateful community, thank you and we greatly appreciate all you do. Next, Dr. Illuzzi noted that the next meeting of the Board will take place on Tuesday, May 15th in Room 120 where the Board will take care of agenda items necessary for adoption for the 2012-2013 school year.

Mrs. Lamb said she noticed on the Nurse’s Report at the High School, there was an eye injury in Chemistry class and wondered if the students were required to wear goggles, and if so was this student wearing goggles. Dr. Illuzzi responded that since he was not aware of her question prior to the meeting, as she had not called, he would have to get the answer and share it with the Board tomorrow.

8. Report from High School Student Representative – Brittany Wun reported on the

following recent happenings at the High School:

The Interact Talent Show took place on Tuesday, April 3rd at 7:00 PM in the auditorium. There were many teachers and students acts and congratulations to the winners of the talent show. All together, $1800 was raised for HydrAid, an organization providing water filters for those in need, and the Red Cross Disaster Relief, a branch of the Red Cross that provides assistance to victims of natural disasters. Congratulations to the following students:

First place- Stephen Fleming and Evan Fleming on mandolin & guitarSecond place- Matthew Geib on guitarThird place- String trio of Shannon Bradley, Julianne Smith and Tahszay Ford tied with Charlotte Day-Smith on Ukulele

All winning students donated their cash prizes back to the charities.

The second annual Cinnaminson High School Pride Day took place on Wednesday, April 4th and was a great success. Special thanks to the staff and administration of the high school for making this relaxing day possible.

Report cards for third marking period were issued Wednesday, April 18 th.

On Thursday, April 19th, a freshman/sophomore parent night was hosted in the auditorium at 7:00 PM.

The Gay, Straight, Alliance organized the Day of Silence on Friday, April 20 th where participants remained silent throughout that day as a sign of support to the LGBT community.

The Class of 2013 will be taking senior portraits throughout the week of April 23 rd.

On Friday, April 27th, Amaranth is hosting the Poetry Slam in the library throughout the school day. They would like to welcome Queen Nur as the emcee. Queen Nur is a nationally renowned storyteller and teaching artist who aided the students in Poetry Out Loud, a poetry recitation contest held earlier in the year.

On Wednesday, May 2nd, Cinnaminson High School will host the 2nd annual powder puff football game at 7:00 PM in the stadium. The proceeds from this event will be donated to the South Jersey Food Bank.

On Friday, May 4th, the National Honor Society will host its annual blood drive in the gym.

Interact is hosting a car wash for the American Cancer Society on Saturday, May 5th at PNC Bank from 1:30 to 4:00 PM. Tickets are $5 in advance and $6 that day.

Advanced placement testing begins on Monday, May 7th.

The spring choral concert will take place on Wednesday, May 9th at 7:00 PM in the auditorium.

9. Presentation(s):

Volunteers as attached in Appendix N

Mrs. Cohen introduced Dr. Illuzzi to begin the presentations.

Dr. Illuzzi began by stating that as he had commented earlier in his report, tonight we give many thanks to our volunteers for all they do. Tonight we will recognize our volunteers, who have been invited here this evening, and each volunteer will be presented with a token of appreciation from the district. Dr. Illuzzi then began the presentations by recognizing our High School Student

Representative, Brittany Wun and our Board Members for their service. He reminded everyone that the Board Members are volunteers, who give countless hours of service to the district for no pay. Each member was then presented with a small token of appreciation. Dr. Illuzzi then called forward the principals from each of our buildings to recognize their volunteers.

Beginning with Darlene Llewellyn from the High School; Frank Goulburn from the Middle School; Gene Porco, Interim Principal from New Albany during the absence of Mr. Layden; and Deborah Banecker from Rush Intermediate School, Each principal extended their sincere appreciation to the volunteers in their building who give so much of their time and talents for the benefit our schools. Those volunteers in attendance were then each presented with a token of appreciation for their service to the students and staff in our schools.

At 7:55 p.m. a break was taken. The meeting reconvened at 7:59 p.m.

10. Correspondence to Board – Mrs. Cohen said there was no new correspondence to share.

10. Committee Reports

A motion was made by Dr. Herschel, seconded by Mrs. Plunkett, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent, in favor to approve the committee minutes as submitted.

The Board President is an ex-officio member of all Board Committees and the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent and/or Business Administrator attend committee meetings.

A. Curriculum/Student Activities

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Memorial Conference Room, 6:30 – 8:00 PM

Committee Members Present: Ms. Plunkett, Dr. Herschel, Ms. DiMassimo, Mr. Kenny

Also: Dr. Illuzzi, Ms. Luxenberg, Mr. Goulburn, Ms. Banecker, Mr. Weber, Mr. Liddell

Curriculum:Instructional Materials: The committee reviewed and supported the following materials:

Grade 6 Social Studies: Journey Across Time, The Early Ages by J. Spielvogel/National Geographic. Copyright 2008

Grade 7 Social Studies: World Geography (Modules) by C. Salter

(Intro to Geography, Africa, Europe and Russia, South and East Asia and the Pacific, Southwest and Central Asia). Copyright 2012

Grade 9 English: Anthem by A. Rand. Copyright 1995

Grade 12 AP Spanish: Preparing for the AP Spanish Language Exam by Diaz, Leichter-Prieto, Nissenberg. Copyright 2007

Grade 7 Reading: Code Orange by Cooney. Copyright 2005

Course Proposals: The committee reviewed and supported the following proposals:High School: Grade 9 Social Studies: Modern World History Honors. Middle School Electives: Music and the Stage, Creative Writing

PD Committee: 2012 (No Stipend Involved) Plans to be reviewed in May. The committee reviewed the list of participants.

LPDC: Diana Bisinger, Chair; Michelle Gaimari; Ryan Gorman; Kathleen Hennelly; Kristina Maupin

SPDC HS: Denise Ferry, Chair; Jennifer Alvarado; Janice Bate (observer); Anna Marie Bearint; Darlene Llewellyn (Principal); Michael McConnell; Kara McGough; Nancy Mulville

SPDC MS: Brian Belsky, Chair; Barbara Baskinger; Frank Goulburn (Principal);LuAnn Mudrick

SPDC RS: Diana Bisinger, Chair; Deborah Banecker (Principal); Patti Bronecke; Michael Noble; Michelle Reissman; Laura Rickus

SPDC NA: Stephanie Landritsi, Chair; Nicole Anstey; John Layden (Principal); Dawn Martin

Ms. Luxenberg gave a brief update on the following topics: Curriculum writing: curricula will be available for online review this spring.QSAC report: no idea when we will receive a written report but we expect it will be excellent. In-service day: 4/5/12 was primarily devoted to curriculum writing and data analysis.

HIB:A resolution to apply for Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act funds will appear on Tuesday’s agenda.

Ms. Luxenberg reviewed some good things happening across the district in reading

Read Across America Week, World Read Aloud Day, African American Read-InNA: Special days celebrating readingRush: Author visits, CHS Basketball team read to third and fourth graders, door decorating, Battle of the Books grade 5MS: Author visit (Yoko Kawashima Watkins), storyteller Tom Lee, Battle of the Books (6-8)HS: Teachers from each content area featured works by African and African American authors

The Committee reviewed and supported other items that will appear on the Agenda: Teachers for the summer SMART program, field trips, and professional development

Ms. Luxenberg informed the Committee that she will be presenting at the NJASA/NJSBA conference in May on the topic Building School Morale: Acceptance for All. Donna Lobascio and Melissa Sassaman will take part in the presentation as well.

Student Activities/Athletics

The Varsity Boys’ Basketball Team is requesting approval for a trip to Orlando, FL on 12/ 28/12 – 1/1/13. The Committee reviewed and supported the request to go to Florida over the winter break to participate in a basketball tournament. The only cost to the district is the tournament fee as the team will raise funds for the trip. This item will appear on the May agenda.

Student Activities/Athletics Summary: The Committee reviewed in detail the Summaries of Extra Curricular Activities and Athletics for Rush, MS and HS. The summary sheets will be maintained on an annual basis.

The Committee’s recommendations follow:

Rush: No changes to the summary report as distributed.

MS: Elimination of the Newspaper Club and the Science League due to low participation. Use one of those stipends to create a second stipend for the Unity Club as recommended by Mr. Goulburn. This club has numerous activities and the advisors currently split a stipend. Creation of a Lego Club incorporating robotics and engineering to be run by Kristen Stehm, a parent, with no stipend, as she did at Rush School during the current year. She said that student smiles are her payment.

HS: Eliminate two clubs: The Science Club has low participation and did not run this year. The activities of the Cultural Contrast Club are redundant with those of other clubs. Use those two stipends to fund a stipend for the Rachel’s Challenge Club and for the Sources of Strength Club.

Committee members expressed appreciation for the comprehensive summary of activities and athletics. Ms. Luxenberg thanked Mr. Weber, Ms. Llewellyn, Mr. Liddell, Mr. Goulburn, Ms. Wills and Ms. Banecker for their assistance in providing the data.

As the meeting was about to close, there was a question about the sewing room at the MS. We agreed to let everyone know following the meeting. The answer is that the sewing room is being converted into a computer lab and one of the computer labs upstairs will become a classroom for a new SE LD program. Learning to sew on a machine will be replaced with hand sewing.

Mrs. Lamb asked for an explanation of the Sources of Strength Club as she was not familiar with it and was concerned that we are eliminating an academic club. Mrs. Llewellyn, High School Principal, explained that this club was started in April 2011 and is a support group which supports students and staff. There were students and staff members trained in conjunction with the Sources of Strength Club and she also explained a couple of the activities which they have conducted at the high school. Finally, Mrs. Llewellyn said the science club was being eliminated because of lack of participation and did not even run this year.

B. Facilities/Transportation Meeting: 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at the Central Office

Members Present: Pam Crepps, Linda Lamb, James J. McGuckin, Jr. and Jean Cohen in absence of Dolores Woodington

Others Present: Sal Illuzzi, Pete Galosi and Tom Egan

The Committee meeting began with the request for approval of payment application #3 in the amount of $110,162.00 to Gaudelli Brothers for the HVAC project in the technology server room. Committee members unanimously approved Gaudelli Brothers’ payment request as authorized by the architects.

Next, Mr. Egan advised Committee members that the Interim Executive County Business Administrator will eventually perform a final review of the financial and facility areas under NJQSAC. An initial walk through of the facilities had been performed with a list of recommendations. Mr. Galosi and his staff have addressed all concerns.

Committee members were informed that the Alliance for Competitive Energy Services (ACES) had received successful proposals for electricity supply. ACES is the energy aggregation procurement program sponsored by NJ School Boards, NJ School Business Officials, and NJ School Administrators. ACES recently completed their latest bid and awarded a contract to Champion Energy Services to provide generation supply service for metered electric accounts within the PSE&G territory. District will see an approximate 22% savings off the current ACES supply contract. Also the award for electric generation service for unmetered pole lighting accounts within the PSE&G territory will be awarded to Reliant Energy Northeast. District will see an approximate 40% percent savings. Both contracts will commence May of 2012 for a twelve month term. Committee members unanimously approved.

Next, Mr. Galosi discussed the Cinnaminson Twp. Zoning Board of Adjustment’s approved PSE&G application to upgrade their electrical substation located off of New Albany Road as well as the upgrade to electrical towers, tower lines, and underground cables. PSE&G’s proposal is to replace the lightning shield wire, reconstruct the towers by adding additional arms, and increasing voltage from 130,000 to 230,000 volts. Concerns were raised due to the proximity of the towers to that of New Albany School. Committee members requested that the electronic magnetic field levels be measured to establish a base line against the proposed improvements. Discussion ensued. Mr. Galosi informed Committee members that he will be attending the workshop meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 25th at 7:00 pm at the PSE&G Distribution office located at 300 New Albany Road, Moorestown, NJ. The workshop meeting is open to the public.

Lastly, Mr. Galosi informed Committee members that the Middle School Cafetorium zone 3 air condition system failed. As you may remember the units are original to the building and we just replaced zone 2 in the previous year. Cost to replace zone 2 was approximately $14,000 to $15,000. Mr. Egan and Committee members requested Mr. Galosi to obtain quotes for replacement and we will make the necessary transfers to cover the cost.

Under Transportation, Mr. Egan informed the Committee that the new mechanic will start on May 1, 2012. Since the hiring of the new staff mechanics, most repairs are being done internally than in past years. Therefore, you will begin to see transfers from within the department to cover the cost of parts as opposed to contracted repair services. Ms. Tomkiewicz is very pleased with the new staff.

The next meeting of the Facilities/Transportation Committee will be scheduled during the first week of May.

C. Finance/Personnel

Meeting: 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at Central Office

Members Present: Pam Crepps, Linda Lamb, Jacqueline Plunkett and Jean Cohen in absence of Dolores Woodington

Others Present: Sal Illuzzi and Tom Egan

The Committee meeting began with a discussion of personnel matters. Dr. Illuzzi informed Committee members that there are no scheduled retirements for June 30th. We can plan the opening of school in September with existing staff other than the normal leaves of absences.

Committee members next discussed the proposed mandated research based teacher evaluation process. The State’s approved four (4) evaluation systems were introduced this past summer in ten (10) pilot districts across the state. The state provided four (4) options (vendors) to select from the pilot program. Since then all districts were asked to select one of the vendors for implementation by September 2013. Cinnaminson Public Schools participated in a Burlington County consortium consisting of surrounding districts and had decided to go with the Danielson Formal Evaluation System. Quotes were obtained and money was budgeted. Some districts within the consortium have already entered into contracts. Due to the uncertainty of the State’s evaluation process, Cinnaminson had not entered into any contracts at this time. Now we are being told that the State is subcontracting the whole evaluation system with Rutgers. We are glad that we did not enter any contracts and we plan to sit tight and see what awaits us down the road. Discussion ensued.

Parallel to this process the State has proposed changes to the number of times tenure and non tenure staff get observed each year. Currently all tenure staff is observed once a year and non-tenure staff is observed twice a year. The State is now requiring six (6) observations per year for non tenured staff and two (2) observations for tenured staff. In addition to the observations every staff member must have a preconference and post conference meeting and additional classroom walk throughs a year. Dr. Illuzzi said that this is impossible with existing staff. Discussion ensued.

Next, Dr. Illuzzi mentioned that the State Department of Education is in discussions with dissolving of the existing County Department of Education system and creating Regional systems. Each Regional Department of Education center would be made up of with additional specialists to handle the work load.

Under Finance, Mr. Egan informed Committee members that the State Department of Agriculture performed a school meal initiative audit (SMI) and a coordinated review effort (CRE) review today, Tuesday, April 17th. The purpose of the audit is to verify the accuracy of the free and reduced lunch applications on file, the verification process, and the various functions within the cafeteria

program. The review and audit went well and a follow up letter will be provided to the district.

Mr. Egan informed Committee members that he will be contracting with the Middlesex Regional Education Service Commission (Consortium) to obtain lease financing for the replacement buses and vehicles. Also Mr. Egan mentioned that the district has reviewed POS lunch programs and is moving forward with a POS system for the cafeterias.

Mr. Egan, next informed Committee members that New Jersey School Boards has made available the new 2012 Candidates kit. The kits are on line with information for those citizens interested in running for a position on the board. The school district has been removed from the process. Any one interested would need to contact the County Clerk’s office for details.

Committee members reviewed the proposed schedule of Board meeting dates for the 2012-13 school year. Suggested changes were made and the new schedule will be presented to the full Board in May for review and action.

Mr. Egan reminded Committee members that the Cinnaminson Education Foundation Golf Outing is scheduled for Monday, April 23rd.

The next meeting of the Finance/Personnel Committee will be scheduled during the first week of May.

D. Policy/Legislation

Meeting: Thursday - April 19, 2012District Administrative Office8:00 p.m.

Members present: Jean Cohen for Linda DiMassimoJim HerschelSteve KennyJim McGuckin

Others present: Sal Illuzzi

The meeting began with Committee members having a first review of the following bylaws, policies and regulations:

0142 Bylaw Board Member Qualifications, Prohibited Acts, and Code of Ethics

0144 Bylaw Board Member Orientation and Training 0168 Bylaw Recording Board Meetings 2423 Policy Bilingual and ESL Education

2423 Regulation Bilingual and ESL Education 3144 Policy Certification of Tenure Charges 3144 Regulation Certification of Tenure Charges 5460 Policy High School Graduation 5465 Policy Early Graduation 8310 Policy Public Records 8310 Regulation Public Records

Committee members recommended that the above be forwarded to the Board for a first review.

12. Recognition of members of the community wishing to speak on action items appearing on this agenda. No one wished to speak at this time.

13. Superintendent Recommendations:

A. PERSONNEL

A motion was made by Mr. Kenny, seconded by Mrs. Woodington, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor to approve the following:

1. CERTIFICATED – Dr. Salvatore J. Illuzzi

(a) Extra-duty Appointment

1. That the Board ratifies and affirms Jennifer Reymann as the MS Head Lacrosse Coach with a stipend of $3,180 in place of the Assistant Coach position.

2. That the Board ratifies and affirms Jackie O’Flynn as the MS Assistant Lacrosse Coach with a stipend of $2,225.

3. That the Board approves the extra-duty positions for Summer 2012 as attached in Appendix O.

4. That the Board approves Tamsin Monnoleto for ¼ Butterfly Club at Rush School for the second half of the school year with a payment of $346.50 in place of Maureen Mareletto who is on leave of absence.

5. That the Board approves a payment of $1,790 to Colleen DePietro for being set designer for spring musical and $250 to Brian Bacon for being pianist for spring musical with stipends being reimbursed by High School Drama Club.

(b) District Summer Camp Program 2012

1. That the Board approves Joy Korn as the clerical assistant for the summer camp program with a stipend of $1,500.

2. That the Board approves Jennifer Janes as the school nurse for the summer camp and SMART programs at the rate of $25 per hour.

3. That the Board approves the following teachers for the summercamp program with a stipend of $725 for 1 session and $1,500 for 2 sessions, which will be determined by registrations prior to the start

of the program:

Chris Adams Jennifer AlvaradoTom Angelone Tracy BartMarita Barth Jason CarrollLisa Christy Colleen HardingKim Young Stephanie KornRob Lyons Jennifer MacNealPhil Merrill Joe PorcoJon Porco Denise SciortinoNatalia Sigmund Janet Tumelty

Dr. Illuzzi commented that the teachers are being approved but it will depend upon registration whether or not a particular class is held.

(c) District Summer SMART Program 2012

1. That the Board approves Michelle Reissman as the SMART program coordinator at the rate of $48.62 per hour for a maximum of 60 hours, which is paid out of Title I funds.

2. That the Board approves Joy Korn as the SMART program assistant at her hourly rate of pay for a maximum of 40 hours, which is paid out of district funds.

3. That the Board approves the following teachers for the SMART program:

Title 1 Funds @ $48.62 per hour (3 hours daily for 16 days)

Kindergarten Nicole AnsteyKindergarten Janette OliverKindergarten Laura Rickus1 - Reading Julie Leetz1 - Math Maureen Coller2 - Reading Elizabeth Quinn

2 - Math Sean AginESL Kathy Santivanez

District Funds @ $48.62 per hour (3 hours daily for 16 days)

3 - Reading Bethany Nelson3 - Math Amanda Birnbaum4 - Math Mary Cook4 - Reading Crystal Catlett5/6 - Math Jackie O’Flynn &

Maria McGuigan5/6 - Reading Kimberly Porter &

Anne Marie Jones7/8 - Reading Jo-Ann Carroll7/8 - Math Peg Schuster

Mr. Kenny asked how we measure success of these programs as they relate to the expenditures and Mrs. Luxenberg responded.

(d) Substitute Teachers

That the Board approves the appointment of the following Substitute

Teachers to be called on an “as-needed” basis for the remainder of the 2011/2012 school year:

Hadley Allen Michelle Dore Kathleen MininnoKenneth Bartomeo Kimberly Cattolico Catherine CapassoAshley Austin Kasey Priest

(e) Student Teachers

1. That the Board approves the following students as a one (1) day Field Experience Visitation from Rowan University,

effective retroactive to April 5, 2012, under the supervision of Brian Bacon, Music Teacher, Middle School:

Summer Brecht Loren CaporaleLavianna Felder Rhea Fernandes

David Ferrara Michael GruenderJanay Hair Justin Hurtig

Victoria Little Megan OravskyVincent Pagliaro Benjamin Poethke

Christina Raczka Elizabeth RicondaAlexandra Rones Samuel Sarlo

Eric Shacklett Scott SiglChristian Simmons Stephen Singiser

Joseph Sino Katherine Wyatt

2. That the Board approves Eileen Conville as a Student Teacher Placement from Fairleigh Dickinson University,

effective September 5 through December 20, 2012, under the supervision of Crystal Catlett, Gr. 4 Teacher, Rush School.

3. That the Board approves Elizabeth Cope as a Student Observation Placement from Western Governors University, effective April 16, 2012, for a total of 40 hours, under the supervision of Jen McGonigle, Science Teacher, Middle School.

4. That the Board approves Julie Gaul as a Student Teacher Placement from Rutgers University, effective September 5

through December 14, 2012, under the supervision of Amanda Birnbaum, Gr. 3 Teacher and Sean Agin, Special Ed Teacher, Rush School.

5. That the Board approves Anne McNulty as a Student Teacher Placement from Holy Family University, effective September 4 through December 14, 2012, under the supervision of Gwynne McCormick, English Teacher, High School.

6. That the Board approves Matthew Pembleton as a Student Intern from The College of New Jersey, effective October 22 Through December 14, 2012, under the supervision of Coleen DePietro, Art Teacher, High School.

7. That the Board approves Kelly Caza as a Student Observation from West Chester University, effective

retroactive to March 13 and 16, 2012, under the supervision of Betsy Lorenz, Gr. 6 Teacher, Middle School.

8. That the Board approves Nicole Necowitz as a Student Observation from Grand Canyon University, effective

retroactive to April 16 through April 20, 2012, under the supervision of Arlene Lombardo, Director of Student Activity Center, Memorial School.

(f) Volunteers

1. That the Board approves Courtney Bordner as an unpaid Volunteer Coach for Girls Softball, under the supervision of Shelly Garbe,

Head Coach.

2. That the Board approves Ryan Gaven as an unpaid Volunteer Coach for Track, under the supervision of Phil Merrill, Head

Coach.

(g) Interim Principal

That the Board ratifies and affirms the appointment of Eugene Porco as Interim Principal at New Albany Elementary School, effective retroactive to Monday, April 23, 2012 through on or about May 21, 2012 due to the absence of Mr. Layden with a stipend of $500 per day for each day worked.

Dr. Illuzzi expressed his sincere gratitude to Mr. Porco for agreeing to serve as the Interim Principal during Mr. Layden’s absence and he wished Mr. Layden a speedy recovery.

2. NON-CERTIFICATED – Dr. Salvatore J. Illuzzi

A motion was made by Mrs. Lamb, seconded by Dr. Herschel, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor, except item 2(a), 7 ayes, 1 nay, (Lamb), 1 absent to approve the following:

(a) Emergent Approval of Employee Hiring

That the Board approves that an Application for Emergent Hiring be submitted to the County Superintendent of Schools in accordance with the revised statute for the following employee(s) along with the attestation form(s):

Terri Lains – Sub Bus Driver – Insufficient subs

(b) Appointment

That the Board approves the appointment of John Nguyen to the position of School Bus Mechanic – Transportation Dept., effective May 1, 2012, at a salary of $40,000 pro-rated for the 2011/2012 school year.

EXPLANATION: John is replacing Leon Nguyen who resigned.

(c) Substitutes

That the Board approves the following Substitute School Bus Aides to be called on an “as-needed” basis for the remainder of the 2011/2012 school year:

Michael Gorman Terri Lains Sandra MorrisJoseph Welsh

(d) Job Description

That the Board approves the following listed Job Description as attached in Appendix P.

Stage Manager – High School H-66

(e) Volunteers

That the Board approves the list of school district Volunteers for the 2011/2012 school year as attached in Appendix Q.

B. CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION – Mrs. Terry Luxenberg

A motion was made by Mr. McGuckin, seconded by Mrs. Plunkett, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor except for item B.2, Appendix S1, line 1, 7 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstention (McGuckin), 1 abstention to approve the following:

1. Field Trips

That the Board approves field trips as attached in Appendix R.

2. Professional Development Travel

That the Board approves professional development travel as attached in Appendix S.

3. NJSIAA Membership

That the Board approves Cinnaminson High School as a member of the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association to participate in the approved interschool athletic program sponsored by the NJSIAA during the 2012-2013 school year; and, agrees to be governed by the Constitution Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of the NJSIAA.

4. Instructional Materials

That the Board approves the following instructional materials as attached in Appendix T:

Grade 6 Social Studies: Journey Across Time, The Early Ages Grade 7 Social Studies: World Geography (Modules)

Grade 7 Reading: Code Orange Grade 9 English: Anthem Grade 12 AP Spanish: Preparing for the AP Spanish Language Exam

Dr. Herschel commented that he had read Anthem, and he did not think it was great literature however he will still vote to approve tonight.

5. New Course Proposals

That the Board approves the following new courses for the 2012-2013 school year as attached in Appendix U:

High School: Grade 9 Social Studies: Modern World History Honors Middle School Electives: Music and the Stage, Creative Writing

Mrs. Lamb and Mrs. Crepps asked for further explanation of the rationale behind the new courses at the High School and Middle School and Mrs. Llewellyn responded with regard for the need at the High School while Mr. Goulburn responded with regard to the new electives at the Middle School.

6. Professional Development Committee 2012

That the Board approves the following individuals for the Professional Development Committee for 2012:

LPDC: Diana Bisinger, Chair; Michelle Gaimari; Ryan Gorman; Kathleen Hennelly; Kristina Maupin

SPDC HS: Denise Ferry, Chair; Jennifer Alvarado; Janice Bate (observer); Anna Marie Bearint; Darlene Llewellyn (Principal); Michael

McConnell; Kara McGough; Nancy Mulville

SPDC MS: Brian Belsky, Chair; Barbara Baskinger, Frank Goulburn (Principal); Luann Mudrick

SPDC RS: Diana Bisinger, Chair; Deborah Banecker (Principal), Patti Bronecke; Michael Noble; Michelle Reissman, Laura Rickus

SPDC NAS: Stephanie Landritsi, Chair; Nicole Anstey; John Layden (Principal); Dawn Martin

EXPLANATION: No stipends are paid for these positions.

Mrs. Luxenberg noted that these are volunteer positions and added that their service is very much appreciated.7. Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act

That the Board approves an application for funds supporting the implementation of the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act in the amount of $33,985.

C. SPECIAL EDUCATION – Dr. Salvatore Illuzzi

A motion was made by Mrs. Woodington, seconded by Dr. Herschel, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor to approve the following:

1. Student Placements

That the Board ratifies and affirms the placement of student #2014761 at Garfield Park Academy, Willingboro, effective retroactive to March 13, 2012 for the balance of the 2011-2012 school year and student #2014639 at Archway School, Atco, effective retroactive to March 27, 2012.

2. Consultant Agreements

a. That the Board ratifies and affirms a consultant agreement with Susan J. Staaf, MS to provide one (1) hour between April 6, 2012 and April 13, 2012 of homebound speech-language services at the rate of $100 per hour.

b. That the Board ratifies and affirms a consultant agreement with Rehab Connection, PC to provide one (1) hour between April

6, 2012 and April 13, 2012 of homebound occupational therapy services at the rate of $78 per hour.

D. POLICY – Dr. Salvatore Illuzzi

A motion was made by Dr. Herschel, seconded by Mrs. Woodington, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor to approve the following:

1. First Reading

That the Board approves the first reading of the following bylaws, policies and regulations as attached in Appendix V:

Bylaw 0142 Board Member Qualifications, Prohibited Acts, and Code of Ethics

Bylaw 0144 Board Member Orientation and TrainingBylaw 0168 Recording Board MeetingsPolicy 2423 Bilingual and ESL EducationRegulation 2423 Bilingual and ESL EducationPolicy 3144 Certification of Tenure Charges

Regulation 3144 Certification of Tenure ChargesPolicy 5460 High School GraduationPolicy 5465 Early GraduationPolicy 8310 Public RecordsRegulation 8310 Public Records

Dr. Illuzzi noted that the above policies were reviewed in Committee and unanimously recommended for first review tonight.

Mrs. Lamb questioned the wording in the margin on Appendix V43 regarding the 10 credit requirement by High School. She asked what subject this applies to. Dr. Illuzzi responded that it applies to item #7, World Languages.

Mrs. Lamb also questioned the wording on Appendix V63 that reads Common Right Law Right of Access. She commented that it seems that the word right should only be stated once and should read Common Law Right of Access. Dr. Illuzzi responded that he agrees with what she is saying but that we will have to review the statute to determine if it is correct or not.

Mrs. Lamb asked with regard to High School Graduation requirements at what point would we consider participation in athletics as credit towards the Physical Education requirement. Dr. Illuzzi responded that we as a district do not have the prerogative to make this change. It is a requirement at the State level and they would have to make such a change.

Mrs. Crepps added that if we did allow this credit for participation in athletics she believes we wouldn’t meet the core curriculum standards.

14. Board Secretary/Business Administrator recommendations: Mr. Tom Egan

A motion was made by Mrs. Crepps, seconded by Mr. McGuckin, roll call vote 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent in favor to approve the following:

A. GRANTS

1. 2011-2012 IDEA Consolidated Application – Amendment 1

That the Board approves the submission of the 2011-2012 IDEA Consolidated Application Amendment 1 as attached in Appendix W.

B. FINANCE

1. Payment

That the Board approves payment to the following contractor for the project as attached in Appendix X.

Application #3 - $110,162.00, Gaudelli Brothers, Inc., HVAC Upgrades to the Server Room at the Memorial School.

C. OPERATIONS

1. Donations

(a) That the Board accepts with appreciation the donation in the total amount of $2000 ($500 for each school) from Bottom Dollar Food to the Cinnaminson Township School District.

EXPLANATION: The donation to each one of our schools was presented to the building principals at the store’s grand opening on March 2, 2012.

(b) That the Board accepts with appreciation a donation in the amount of $537.00 from the Elementary Home & School Association to the Eleanor Rush Intermediate School for the 3rd grade trip to the Adventure Aquarium.

(c) That the Board accepts with appreciation the donation of 48 tri-fold presentation boards from Mrs. Suzette Verbaro, a Cinnaminson resident, to the Cinnaminson Middle School.

(d) That the Board accepts with appreciation, donations to the Project Challenge SITE Invention Convention from the following:

Dr. Morton RubensteinHudson City BankJordan CleanersEndodontics Limited, P.A.Quickie Manufacturing CorporationFrank R. Batastini MBA, DMD, PACinnaminson Nurseries, Inc.The Merion CorporationCLC LocksmithLakeview Memorial Park AssociationHoeganaes CorporationSusquehanna BankAny Garment Cleaners

(e) That the Board accepts with appreciation a donation in the amount of $50.00 from Mr. & Mrs. James Largay to the New

Albany Elementary School magazine fund raiser.

Mrs. Lamb said that this donation should read that this donation is in lieu of the magazine fund raiser. Because if it states

that the money is for the fund raiser then we would have to recognize everyone who participates in a fund raiser.

Mr. Egan noted this when he read this change aloud per her request as follows but informed Mrs. Lamb that an

amendment to the motion was not needed:

(e) That the Board accepts with appreciation a donation in the amount of $50.00 from Mr. & Mrs. James Largay to the New Albany

Elementary School in lieu of the magazine fund raiser.

D. CONTRACTS

1. Alliance for Competitive Energy Services (ACES) Electric Generation Service Agreements_______

(a) That the Board approves the contract with Reliant Energy Northeast LLC to supply unmetered electric generation services to the district for the twelve (12) month period beginning with the meter reading for May 2012 as attached in Appendix Y.

(b) That the Board approves the contract with Champion Energy Services, LLC to supply metered electric generation services to the district for the twelve (12) month period beginning with the meterreading for May 2012 as attached in Appendix Z.

EXPLANATION: Contracts were awarded based upon bid results through our membership in the Alliance for Competitive Energy Services (ACES) which is the energy aggregation program designed to save costs on electric generation services. State regulations require membership as a condition of receiving State Aid.

Dr. Herschel asked for an explanation of what is meant by unmetered. Mr. Egan responded that it is for the electric generation services for the outside poles.

15. Other Business – None.

16. Recognition of members of the public wishing to speak

Mrs. Jane Lagay asked how students would be chosen for the new High School Grade 9 Social Studies: Modern World History Honors class since the children have already chosen their classes for the next school year. Mrs. Llewellyn, High

School Principal, responded that students must score 240 or above on NJ Ask 8 in Language Arts to be considered for this class.

17. Comments from Board

Mr. Kenny thanked Mrs. Cohen for starting with him this evening but said as the saying goes “Silence is Golden” so he has no further comments.

Dr. Herschel said Welcome Back to Mr. Porco, thank you to the volunteers, thank you for the donations and especially to Bottom Dollar for their support of our schools.

Mrs. Plunkett said thank you to the volunteers for all they do. Thank you for the donations and Welcome Back, Mr. Porco.

Mr. McGuckin said thank you to all of the volunteers. He added that 200 volunteers are wonderful and we appreciate all they do. Also, thank you for the donations and thank you to Tom and Pete for the savings to the district as a result of their participation in ACES.

Mrs. Crepps said thank you to the volunteers for all of their hard work. Welcome Back, Mr. Porco! She added that she thought it was wonderful that Mr. Noble is mentoring with Mr. Egan and she added that the guidance counselors did a great job at the Freshman/Sophomore College Night.

Mrs. Woodington said thank you for the donations, thank you to all of the volunteers and welcome back Mr. Porco.

Mrs. Lamb said “Ditto” and added that Candidate Kits for the Board Election in November are now available in Mr. Egan’s office for anyone interested.

Mrs. Cohen said thank you for the donations, thank you to all of the volunteers, and Welcome Back, Mr. Porco. She also wished Mr. Layden a speedy recovery.

18. At 8:30 p.m. a motion was made by Mrs. Plunkett, seconded by Dr. Herschel all ayes in favor that there being no further business the meeting was adjourned.

The next regular meeting of the Board of Education will be held on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in Room 120 at the Middle School.

Respectfully submitted,

Thomas W. Egan, Jr.

/ck Board Secretary/Business Administrator