November School Board Minutes
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REGULAR MEETING The regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Caledonia-Mumford Central School District was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Jay Jones in the boardroom at the district office. Members present: Jay Jones, Barb Burns, Randy Grattan, Arnie Rychlicki, Steve Sickles and Sue Spencer. Members absent: John Bickford. Others present: David Dinolfo, Superintendent; Patrick Donegan, Business Manager/District Clerk; Deb Starr, Director of Special Education; James Wolinsky, Elementary Principal; Robert Molisani, Middle School Principal; Tom Woodruff, High School Principal; Kyle Leonard, Todd Geary and Larry Allen, Science Curriculum Leaders; Jinny Mancuso and Melanie Rogers, Guidance; Kathleen Brown, Technology Coordinator; Seniors from the Government Class and district inhabitants. Motion made by Grattan, seconded by Spencer, to approve the following consent agenda:
Public Forum Carrie Jeffrey had a concern about out of date yogurt being served in the Elementary School Cafeteria. There was a short discussion on meals being served in the cafeterias. The Board assured everyone that this will be looked into. Guests of the Board The Science Curriculum Leaders spoke on their accomplishments, goals and the use of Activboards in their classrooms. Kyle Leonard explained how the Elementary School uses Data Mentoring. Todd Geary talked on the Middle School test results and advance science program. Larry Allen spoke on improving Regents results and adding electives. Melanie Rogers and Jinny Mancuso presented the goals and accomplishments for the Counseling Office. They have organized Financial Aid Nights and College Information Nights for students and parents. They have met with seniors and their parents to discuss plans after graduation. PSAT and PLAN tests have been administered to juniors and sophomores. Superintendent’s Report Kathleen Brown presented a report on Long Range Planning for Technology Staffing. She discussed services provided, support of software and hardware, professional development and planning for the future. As technology evolves it is getting harder and harder for her to support everything. Mr. Dinolfo gave an update on Planning for the Implementation of a Cal-Mum Pre Kindergarten Program. Mr. Dinolfo, Mrs. Starr and Mr. Wolinsky visited the Warsaw Pre K program. A recommendation will be given to the Board on February 1st. Motion was made Burns, seconded by Sickles to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss personnel at 8:57 p.m. Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Motion was made by Burns, seconded by Sickles to return to regular session at 9:45 p.m. Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Tenure Recommendation Motion was made by Burns, seconded by Sickles, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoint Paul Meloon on tenure to the Secondary English academic subject tenure area. The tenured service shall begin on January 3, 2008, pending successful completion of the probationary term to end January 2, 2008. The appointee holds permanent certification in the English 7-12 certification area. Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Update on 2007-2008 State Aid State Aid for the 2007-08 year is coming in as planned. Adoption of Budget Calendar for Preparation of the Proposed 2008-2009 Annual School Budget Motion was made by Grattan, seconded by Spencer, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve the Budget Calendar for the 2008-2009 Annual School Budget per Board Policy #5110 BUDGET PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT. Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Single Audit Report Motion was made by Spencer, seconded by Grattan, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, accept the Single Audit Report for the Year Ended June 30, 2007 as prepared by Raymond F. Wager, CPA. Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Motion was made by Burns, seconded by Sickles to adjourn the meeting at 9:52 p.m. Patrick J. Donegan, District Clerk
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REGULAR MEETING The regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Caledonia-Mumford Central School District was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Jay Jones in the boardroom at the district office. Members present: Jay Jones, Barb Burns, Randy Grattan, Arnie Rychlicki, Steve Sickles and Sue Spencer. Members absent: John Bickford. Others present: David Dinolfo, Superintendent; Patrick Donegan, Business Manager/District Clerk; Deb Starr, Director of Special Education; James Wolinsky, Elementary Principal; Robert Molisani, Middle School Principal; Tom Woodruff, High School Principal; Deborah Bussewitz, ELA Coordinator; Mary Burns, Elementary Librarian; Nicole Docteur, MS/HS Librarian; Sally Santora; Dan Freeman and Cody Hammond, Cross Country; Brian McQuillan and the Captains of the Boys Soccer Team; and Chad Schalk and members of the Girls Soccer Team . Motion made by Grattan, seconded by Sickles, to approve the following consent agenda:
Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Guests of the Board Dan Freeman introduced Cross Country Sectional Champion Cody Hammond. Brian McQuillan spoke on the great season the Boy’s Soccer Team had. They won Livingston County Division 2. The team captains congratulated Mr. McQuillan for being named Livingston County Coach of the Year. Members of the Girls Soccer Team presented the Board with trophies for Section V and NYS Western Regional Championships. Chad Schalk spoke on the team’s plans for the state semifinals in Cortland on November 15th. Deborah Bussewitz reported on the K-12 Academic Intervention Services. She spoke on the different types of AIS, whom AIS is intended for, and criteria for ending AIS. Mary Burns spoke on using online databases, BOCES Media Library Service, and student research projects. She is trying to encourage students to read books with different topics and will be using an Activeboard for instruction later this year. The Summer Reading Program sponsored by Five Star Bank has been well received. Nicole Docteur went over library availability, increased library circulation and how she collaborates with Middle School and High School teachers. Superintendent’s Report There was a discussion on having members of the Board attend the NYSSBA Convention each year. Mr. Woodruff went over the number of students receiving college credit through Advanced Placement classes, courses from GCC and Project Lead the Way courses through RIT. Mr. Dinolfo, Mrs. Starr and Mr. Wolinsky attended a meeting with the Learning Tree Nursery School Board. The district is looking into beginning a Pre-K program next year. Right now there are many questions that need to be answered. Motion was made Burns, seconded by Sickles to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss personnel at 9:02 p.m. Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Motion was made by Burns, seconded by Sickles to return to regular session at 9:27 p.m. Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Motion was made by Grattan, seconded by Sickles, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, accept the resignation of Vicky Fox as Assistant Yearbook Advisor effective immediately. Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Motion was made by Burns, seconded by Spencer, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoint the following per diem substitutes for the 2007-08 school year:
Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Policy Revision – 2nd Reading Motion was made by Burns, seconded by Sickles, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, adopt Policy #6218 PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION: 175 HOURS OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENT as presented effective November 13, 2007. Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Approval of Team of One Request Motion was made by Burns, seconded by Sickles, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve the request to field a Team of One made up of Brittney Martin of Caledonia-Mumford High School to participate with York Central School Swim Team for the 2007-08 school year. Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Approval of Project Lead the Way Bid Motion was made by Burns, seconded by Sickles, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve the Project Lead the Way bid coordinated by Monroe 2 – Orleans BOCES for computers, software and engineering equipment and supplies. Ayes: 6 Nays: 0, motion carried. Approval of Girls Soccer Field Trip Motion was made by Burns, seconded by Sickles, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve the over night field trip request for the Girls Soccer Team to go to Cortland to play in the state soccer tournament on November 15th. Ayes: 6, Nays: 0, motion carried. Motion was made by Burns, seconded by Sickles to adjourn the meeting at 9:41p.m. Patrick J. Donegan, District Clerk
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