OCTORARA AREA SCHO(.8OL DISTRICT
PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
June 17, 2013 – 7:30 p.m.
Jr./Sr. High School Multi-Purpose Room
AGENDA
1. Moment of Silence
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
All present
4. Approval of Minutes from the Work Session of May 13, 2013 and the Regular Meeting of May 20, 2013.
Approved
5. Presentations
A. Budget
Final version of budget was presented to the Board. There was a $400 adjustment to capture the Homestead credit. It did not change the millage.
Final expenses $47,492,791
Mills
Chester County 36.66 (same as last year)
Lancaster County 27.71 (.8% increase from rebalancing)
Ms. Bowman reminded everyone that the District must approve the budget before the State has to approve their budget. There is always the chance that the State will not approve as much funding as they say. The District would have to find a way to make up the difference.
Mr. Hume thanked the Board for working hard to have a 0% increase for Chester County. The District has been working under these constraints for several years. It is getting more & more difficult.
6. Information Items
None
7. Treasurer’s Report
A. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the General Fund Report for period ending May 31, 2013.
Ms. Johnson gave the report. Approved.
8. Business Manager’s Report
A. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the list of bills for payment.
Mr. Carsley gave the report. Mr. Oleyniczak asked about check # 176961 in the amount of $641.96 paid to Remember Me. Mr. Carsley will get the information to him.
9. Visitors’ Comments - Agenda Items Only
None
10. Recommended Action Items: (Italicized items are new; they were not on the June 10, 2013 agenda.)
A. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attached resolution adopting the 2013 – 2014 General Fund Budget Expenditures in the amount of $47,492,791.
Roll Call Vote:
Johnson - Yes
Ganow - Yes
Oleyniczak - Yes
Lapp - Yes
Bowman - Yes
Norris - Yes
Hume - Yes
Stoltzfus - Yes
Melton - Yes
Approved.
B. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attached resolution establishing a real estate millage rate of 36.66 mills in Chester County and 27.71 mills in Lancaster County.
Roll Call Vote:
Johnson - Yes
Ganow - Yes
Oleyniczak - Yes
Lapp - Yes
Bowman - Yes
Norris - Yes
Hume - Yes
Stoltzfus - Yes
Melton - Yes
Approved.
Items C - Q - Approved.
C. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attached resolution for the 2013-2014 Homestead and Farmstead Exclusion.
D. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the following financial institutions and investment firms for financial services during the 2013-2014 school year, in accordance with Section 621 of the School Code:
1. Fulton Bank-depository and investment
2. PA School District Liquid Asset Fund – depository and investment
3. RBC Dain Rauscher, Inc.-investment only
E. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the following list of signatories for the designated bank accounts effective July 1, 2013:
General Fund: – President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary
Cafeteria Fund: – President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary
Official Imprest Fund: - Superintendent, Business Manager, High School Principal, Asst. High School Principal, Board Secretary
(Required 2 signatures)
School Activity Fund: - Building Principal, Building Asst. Principal, Business Manager, Board Secretary
(Required Business Manager signature with one counter signature)
F. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the appropriate budget transfers for the year ending 2012-2013 as a result of the annual financial audit. (Note: This is a requirement for the school code to be done prior to June 30th of each fiscal year.)
G. That the Octorara Board of School Directors exonerate any uncollectable tax liens on parcel 0803_00020700.
H. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attached list of salaries for the school district employees for the 2013-2014 school year.
I. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the 2013-2014 Legal Services Consultation Agreement between Sweet, Stevens, Katz & Williams LLP and the Octorara Area School District for Special Education Services.
J. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the School Physician Services Agreement between Diamantoni and Associates and the Octorara Area School District for the 2013-2014 school year.
K. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve Dr. Jeffrey Blair as the school dental consultant for the 2013-2014 school year.
L. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attainment of tenure status for the following professional employees (in accordance with Section 1108 of the current School Laws of Pennsylvania):
Dawn Munion
Matthew Talley
Candice Schwien
Resignation Approvals:
M. That the Octorara Board of School Directors accept, with regret, the resignation of Ms. Claudia Benekam for the purpose of retirement effective June 7, 2013. Ms. Benekam is an instructional support teacher at the Octorara Area Jr. High School. (Hired January 2, 1980)
N. That the Octorara Board of School Directors accept, with regret, the resignation of Ms. Lois Dodd for the purpose of retirement effective June 7, 2013. Ms. Dodd is a sixth grade teacher at the Octorara Intermediate School. (Hired September 15, 1976)
O. That the Octorara Board of School Directors accept the resignation of Ms. Lisa McLaughlin effective June 20, 2013. Ms. McLaughlin is the payroll/benefits coordinator. (Hired March 18, 2013)
Hiring Approvals:
P. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the following supplemental contracts for the 2013-2014 school year:
Ben Creighton 7th & 8th Grade Girls’ Soccer Coach 4 pts @ $600 $2,400
Matt Livingood Asst Varsity Football Coach 7 pts @ $600 $4,200
John Tercha Asst Varsity Football Coach 7 pts @ $600 $4,200
Emily Landers 8th Grade Field Hockey Coach 4 pts @ $600 $2,400
Q. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the following changes in salary due to graduate credits earned:
Amy Steinmetz From M+15 ($62,973) to M+30 ($64,788) Step11 to MAX
Stacey Graham From M+45 ($66,970) to M+60 ($70,062) Step 12 to MAX
R. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the changes in the Student Handbooks for the Octorara Primary Learning Center and Intermediate School for the 2013-2014 school year.
Ms. Bowman had a question about the change to the acceptable use policy. Ms. McNamara said the changes were tweaks to match the OES policy.
S. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve Policy 123.2 “Athletic Academic Eligibility”, first reading.
Approved.
T. That the Octorara Board of School Directors accept, with regret, the resignation of Mr. Timothy Mundy for the purpose of retirement effective June 7, 2013. Mr. Mundy is an English teacher at the Octorara Area Sr. High School. (Hired August 27, 2001. Mr. Mundy was also employed by the District from September 1974 through November 1994.)
Approved.
U. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve Ms. Kimberly Diviney as a substitute cafeteria employee effective May 21, 2013 pending completion of employee related documents required by law and the District.. Ms. Diviney’s rate will be $8.25 per hour.
Approved.
V. That the Octorara Board of School Directors accept the resignation of Dr. Thomas L. Newcome II, without qualification, effective June 30, 2013.
Approved.
W. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the employment of Dr. Thomas L. Newcome II for a five year contract effective July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2018.
Roll Call Vote:
Johnson - Yes
Ganow - Yes
Oleyniczak - Yes
Lapp - Yes
Bowman - Yes
Norris - Yes
Hume - Yes
Stoltzfus - Yes
Melton - Yes
Approved.
X. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the contract and revised rate schedule for Kegal Kelin Almy & Lord, LLP as District solicitor from July 1, 2013 through December 31, 2013.
Motion to place this back on the table. Approved.
Motion to change "contract" to "letter of agreement". Approved.
Approved.
Y. That the Octorara Board of School Directors accept the resignation of Ms. Jennifer Bower effective June 7, 2013. Ms. Bower is a speech therapist at the Octorara Elementary School. (Hired January 10, 2011).
Approved.
11. Finance Committee Report
Ms. Johnson gave the report.
State audit should be received June 20th.
Budget discussion
Decrease in appeal of assessed values - 6 weeks left
Althouse Transportation contract being reviewed
RBC will be at 9/9/13 work session
PSERS rates will continue to increase.
12. Policy Committee Report
Mr. Ganow said they discussed Policy 123.2.
13. I.U./C.A.T. Board Representative’s Report
Mr. Stoltzfus said the I.U./C.A.T. meeting is this Wed. He will forward report to Board.
Ms. Bowman attended the Chester County School Board Council meeting. Everyone was waiting for bill that would eliminate double dipping by Charter Schools for pension funding. It did not pass. It would have saved Octorara about $50,000.
14. Old Business
None
15. New Business
None
16. Other Items and Announcements
None.
17. Visitors’ Comments – General
Mr. Zimmerman wanted to make sure the Board knew he appreciated everything they have done concerning the request for a SRO. He offered to help any way he could.
18. Administrator Comments/Announcements
Dr. Newcome thanked the Board for the vote of confidence. He congratulated Mr. Hume on his birthday & stated that he hoped to be as active & involved at that age.
19. Board Comments
Mr. Hume said he thought all the directors got information from Pat Meehan concerning state mandates. He said he didn't know if anyone had followed-up, but he would. He wants an overview of the legislation. Octorara has a special situation with funding. The state legislature has not been kind to the Octorara Area School District. He'd like residents to take action. He feels that residents don't understand what has been taken out of the District already. Next comes programs.
Mr. Lapp wished Mr. Mundy well upon his retirement. He is a special teacher who has a way with students. He thanked his colleagues for working hard on the budget. He thinks the future still looks bleak. He doesn't know how they will handle the PSERS increase next year. This is unsustainable without real education reform. He's concerned about the latest federal initiative - Common Core Standards. The Federal government thinks it can fix education. The public needs to educate themselves. It is the dumbing down of our students - making them into good political citizens, not good American citizens.
Mr. Hume said that Mr. Mundy was a good investment.
Ms. Bowman said that Mr. Lapp was right that different teachers affect students in different ways. She thinks the most important thing he said was "while having a conversation with my children". That is what is important. When attending events on campus, you tend to see the same parents over & over. Those students tend to be successful - not necessarily the top of the class, but take advantage of the opportunities presented and do well.
20. Adjournment
Finance Committee Meeting – Monday, June 17, 2013 – 6:00 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room
Policy Committee Meeting – Monday, June 17, 2013 – 6:30 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room
Executive Session for personnel – Monday, June 17, 2013 – Following the Regular Meeting in the District Office Conference Room
Facility Committee Meeting – Monday, July 8, 2013 – 6:00 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room
Next regularly scheduled Work Session – Monday, July 8, 2013 – 7:30 p.m. in the Jr. High School Multi-Purpose Room
Policy Committee Meeting – Monday, July 15, 2013 – 6:00 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room
Finance Committee Meeting – Monday, July 15, 2013 – 6:30 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room
Next regularly scheduled Board Meeting – Monday, July 15, 2013 – 7:30 p.m. in the Jr. High School Multi-Purpose Room
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Sunday, June 16, 2013
Work Session 06/10/2013
OCTORARA AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
WORK SESSION
June 10, 2013 – 7:30 p.m.
Jr./Sr. High School Multi-Purpose Room
DISCUSSION GUIDE
1. Moment of Silence
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Presentations
A. Budget
Mr. Carsley presented some slides to answer questions from last month.
Benefits are budgeted to increase $996,331 or 13.1%
Detail: Medical ($72,322)
Prescription $ 229,029
PSERS $882,193
Transportation & Tuition to decrease $ 547,476 or 8%
Supplies to increase 7.7%
After using some of the fund balance for the budget, there will be $5.6 million left.
PSERS
13/14 increase $439K
14/15 increase $456K
15/16 increase $485K
Assessed values have declined related to appeals.
Mr. Stoltzfus asked if the budget meets the state funding numbers. Mr. Carsley replied that there was $15,000 difference in the numbers just received & were not incorporated into this report.
4. Visitors’ Comments - Agenda Items Only
None
5. Information Items
None
6. Presentation of Agenda Items for the June 17, 2013, Regular Monthly Public Meeting:
A. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attached resolution adopting the 2013 – 2014 General Fund Budget Expenditures in the amount of $47,492,791.
B. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attached resolution establishing a real estate millage rate of 36.66 mills in Chester County and 27.71 mills in Lancaster County.
The Chester County rate is the SAME as last year. Lancaster County is slightly more due to the rebalancing require by state law.
C. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attached resolution for the 2013-2014 Homestead and Farmstead Exclusion.
D. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the following financial institutions and investment firms for financial services during the 2013-2014 school year, in accordance with Section 621 of the School Code:
1. Fulton Bank-depository and investment
2. PA School District Liquid Asset Fund – depository and investment
3. RBC Dain Rauscher, Inc.-investment only
E. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the following list of signatories for the designated bank accounts effective July 1, 2013:
General Fund: – President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary
Cafeteria Fund: – President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary
Official Imprest Fund: - Superintendent, Business Manager, High School Principal, Asst. High School Principal, Board Secretary
(Required 2 signatures)
School Activity Fund: - Building Principal, Building Asst. Principal, Business Manager, Board Secretary
(Required Business Manager signature with one counter signature)
F. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the appropriate budget transfers for the year ending 2012-2013 as a result of the annual financial audit. (Note: This is a requirement for the school code to be done prior to June 30th of each fiscal year.)
G. That the Octorara Board of School Directors exonerate any uncollectable tax liens on parcel 0803_00020700.
H. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attached list of salaries for the school district employees for the 2013-2014 school year.
I. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the 2013-2014 Legal Services Consultation Agreement between Sweet, Stevens, Katz & Williams LLP and the Octorara Area School District for Special Education Services.
Mr. Ganow thought they had tabled the solicitors. Mr. Carsley stated they need to get a copy from the solicitor by next week.
J. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the School Physician Services Agreement between Diamantoni and Associates and the Octorara Area School District for the 2013-2014 school year.
K. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve Dr. Jeffrey Blair as the school dental consultant for the 2013-2014 school year.
L. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attainment of tenure status for the following professional employees (in accordance with Section 1108 of the current School Laws of Pennsylvania):
Dawn Munion
Matthew Talley
Candice Schwien
Resignation Approvals:
M. That the Octorara Board of School Directors accept, with regret, the resignation of Ms. Claudia Benekam for the purpose of retirement effective June 7, 2013. Ms. Benekam is an instructional support teacher at the Octorara Area Jr. High School. (Hired January 2, 1980)
N. That the Octorara Board of School Directors accept, with regret, the resignation of Ms. Lois Dodd for the purpose of retirement effective June 7, 2013. Ms. Dodd is a sixth grade teacher at the Octorara Intermediate School. (Hired September 15, 1976)
O. That the Octorara Board of School Directors accept the resignation of Ms. Lisa McLaughlin effective June 20, 2013. Ms. McLaughlin is the payroll/benefits coordinator. (Hired March 18, 2013)
Hiring Approvals:
P. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the following supplemental contracts for the 2013-2014 school year:
Ben Creighton 7th & 8th Grade Girls’ Soccer Coach 4 pts @ $600 $2,400
Matt Livingood Asst Varsity Football Coach 7 pts @ $600 $4,200
John Tercha Asst Varsity Football Coach 7 pts @ $600 $4,200
Emily Landers 8th Grade Field Hockey Coach 4 pts @ $600 $2,400
The full list of supplemental contracts will be presented in August.
Q. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the following changes in salary due to graduate credits earned:
Amy Steinmetz From M+15 ($62,973) to M+30 ($64,788) Step11 to MAX
Stacey Graham From M+45 ($66,970) to M+60 ($70,062) Step 12 to MAX
Dr. Melton question "to MAX". It was explained that the terminology had changed & this shows how many steps to the maximum.
Ms. Bowman said there will be two additional agenda items for next week. They have been looking at the administrative contracts & several end at the same time. They want to change so there are staggered expiration dates. They renegotiated an extension to Dr. Newcome's contract including the new language. The contract runs until 6/30/2018. He is taking a reduction in salary over the course of the contract. The final year of the contract, his salary is $142,000.
By State law, in order to approve this new contract the Board must first approve his resignation and then re-hire him.
To view Mr. Knickerbocker's scan of the press release:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/147103468/Scan-0028
7. Facilities Committee Report
Mr. Stoltzfus reported on the facilities committee meeting. They looked at the overall insurance for the school property. They added a rider for the ipads/computers for $4,400.
The playground equipment was scheduled to be installed this week dependent on the weather.
The High School renovation is complete.
The High School roof should be started 6/17.
Some samples of water at 3 schools have been high at certain times. They are trying to determine why.
There are 6 parcels in Lancaster County to be taken from the tax rolls. There were some questions and Mr. Carsley will follow-up.
8. Other Items/Concerns
None
9. Visitors’ Comments – General
Mr. Zimmerman wanted to update what they've done toward making the schools safer. They have a website and a flyer was distributed. He thanked the district for putting the flyer on their website (but I couldn't find it.) Approximately 25 families have provided their contact information. Many say they will sign a petition. It is right for the district and people want it. They have asked people to start attending meetings. There was a Senate bill passed to increase funding to schools to hire SRO (school resource officer). The House bill has not yet passed. Parkesburg police had looked at applying for a grant with the school, but it has closed for 2013. Parkesburg did not go ahead with it because the school couldn't guarantee continued funding.
10. Administrator Comments/Announcements
Dr. Newcome commented on Friday's graduation ceremony. He was very appreciative of the work by the custodial & maintenance staff. It turned out very nice. He also thanked the technical people. There were 200 - 250 people in the MPR to watch streaming coverage. He heard it was a positive experience. He thanked the band for giving up their seats to play from the bandroom.He thanked Dr. Rohrer and his staff for taking care of the graduates. It was a dignified and classy event. The audience was as polite & dignified as he's ever witnessed. The students seemed to understand the dignity of the ceremony. There are a lot of young people doing a lot of good things. He was especially pleased with the number of students who stood for taking AP classes, college credits and technical honors.
11. Board Comments
Mr. Olenziak said that the students who participated in Octorara's Got Talent did a fantastic job of entertaining the audience. There were a variety of talents. He was also impressed with the number of graduates who stood for the AP/College Credit/Technical honors. He estimated about 1/3 of students stood.
Mr. Ganow asked Mr. Carsley if they usually get a list of end of year transfers. Mr. Carsley said there isn't usually a list. This is strictly procedural.
Mr. Hume thought graduation was terrific and awards night was exceptional. A great deal of money was handed out. Octorara is a good place to get an education if you want it.
Ms. Bowman responded to Mr. Zimmerman that they are continuing discussions on the SRO. An important element is funding and thanked him for the time he has put into it
She thought graduation was a great night. She thanked the staff and the parents. She thanked Mr. Knickerbocker for his pictures. Lancaster online had a nice article. The students deserver it.
12. Adjournment
Facility Committee Meeting – Monday, June 10, 2013 – 6:00 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room
Executive Session for personnel – Monday, June 10, 2013 – Following the Work Session in the District Office Conference Room
Finance Committee Meeting – Monday, June 17, 2013 – 6:00 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room
Policy Committee Meeting – Monday, June 17, 2013 – 6:30 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room
Next regularly scheduled Board Meeting – Monday, June 17, 2013 – 7:30 p.m. in the Jr. High School Multi-Purpose Room
WORK SESSION
June 10, 2013 – 7:30 p.m.
Jr./Sr. High School Multi-Purpose Room
DISCUSSION GUIDE
1. Moment of Silence
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Presentations
A. Budget
Mr. Carsley presented some slides to answer questions from last month.
Benefits are budgeted to increase $996,331 or 13.1%
Detail: Medical ($72,322)
Prescription $ 229,029
PSERS $882,193
Transportation & Tuition to decrease $ 547,476 or 8%
Supplies to increase 7.7%
After using some of the fund balance for the budget, there will be $5.6 million left.
PSERS
13/14 increase $439K
14/15 increase $456K
15/16 increase $485K
Assessed values have declined related to appeals.
Mr. Stoltzfus asked if the budget meets the state funding numbers. Mr. Carsley replied that there was $15,000 difference in the numbers just received & were not incorporated into this report.
4. Visitors’ Comments - Agenda Items Only
None
5. Information Items
None
6. Presentation of Agenda Items for the June 17, 2013, Regular Monthly Public Meeting:
A. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attached resolution adopting the 2013 – 2014 General Fund Budget Expenditures in the amount of $47,492,791.
B. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attached resolution establishing a real estate millage rate of 36.66 mills in Chester County and 27.71 mills in Lancaster County.
The Chester County rate is the SAME as last year. Lancaster County is slightly more due to the rebalancing require by state law.
C. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attached resolution for the 2013-2014 Homestead and Farmstead Exclusion.
D. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the following financial institutions and investment firms for financial services during the 2013-2014 school year, in accordance with Section 621 of the School Code:
1. Fulton Bank-depository and investment
2. PA School District Liquid Asset Fund – depository and investment
3. RBC Dain Rauscher, Inc.-investment only
E. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the following list of signatories for the designated bank accounts effective July 1, 2013:
General Fund: – President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary
Cafeteria Fund: – President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary
Official Imprest Fund: - Superintendent, Business Manager, High School Principal, Asst. High School Principal, Board Secretary
(Required 2 signatures)
School Activity Fund: - Building Principal, Building Asst. Principal, Business Manager, Board Secretary
(Required Business Manager signature with one counter signature)
F. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the appropriate budget transfers for the year ending 2012-2013 as a result of the annual financial audit. (Note: This is a requirement for the school code to be done prior to June 30th of each fiscal year.)
G. That the Octorara Board of School Directors exonerate any uncollectable tax liens on parcel 0803_00020700.
H. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attached list of salaries for the school district employees for the 2013-2014 school year.
I. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the 2013-2014 Legal Services Consultation Agreement between Sweet, Stevens, Katz & Williams LLP and the Octorara Area School District for Special Education Services.
Mr. Ganow thought they had tabled the solicitors. Mr. Carsley stated they need to get a copy from the solicitor by next week.
J. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the School Physician Services Agreement between Diamantoni and Associates and the Octorara Area School District for the 2013-2014 school year.
K. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve Dr. Jeffrey Blair as the school dental consultant for the 2013-2014 school year.
L. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the attainment of tenure status for the following professional employees (in accordance with Section 1108 of the current School Laws of Pennsylvania):
Dawn Munion
Matthew Talley
Candice Schwien
Resignation Approvals:
M. That the Octorara Board of School Directors accept, with regret, the resignation of Ms. Claudia Benekam for the purpose of retirement effective June 7, 2013. Ms. Benekam is an instructional support teacher at the Octorara Area Jr. High School. (Hired January 2, 1980)
N. That the Octorara Board of School Directors accept, with regret, the resignation of Ms. Lois Dodd for the purpose of retirement effective June 7, 2013. Ms. Dodd is a sixth grade teacher at the Octorara Intermediate School. (Hired September 15, 1976)
O. That the Octorara Board of School Directors accept the resignation of Ms. Lisa McLaughlin effective June 20, 2013. Ms. McLaughlin is the payroll/benefits coordinator. (Hired March 18, 2013)
Hiring Approvals:
P. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the following supplemental contracts for the 2013-2014 school year:
Ben Creighton 7th & 8th Grade Girls’ Soccer Coach 4 pts @ $600 $2,400
Matt Livingood Asst Varsity Football Coach 7 pts @ $600 $4,200
John Tercha Asst Varsity Football Coach 7 pts @ $600 $4,200
Emily Landers 8th Grade Field Hockey Coach 4 pts @ $600 $2,400
The full list of supplemental contracts will be presented in August.
Q. That the Octorara Board of School Directors approve the following changes in salary due to graduate credits earned:
Amy Steinmetz From M+15 ($62,973) to M+30 ($64,788) Step11 to MAX
Stacey Graham From M+45 ($66,970) to M+60 ($70,062) Step 12 to MAX
Dr. Melton question "to MAX". It was explained that the terminology had changed & this shows how many steps to the maximum.
Ms. Bowman said there will be two additional agenda items for next week. They have been looking at the administrative contracts & several end at the same time. They want to change so there are staggered expiration dates. They renegotiated an extension to Dr. Newcome's contract including the new language. The contract runs until 6/30/2018. He is taking a reduction in salary over the course of the contract. The final year of the contract, his salary is $142,000.
By State law, in order to approve this new contract the Board must first approve his resignation and then re-hire him.
To view Mr. Knickerbocker's scan of the press release:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/147103468/Scan-0028
Mr. Stoltzfus reported on the facilities committee meeting. They looked at the overall insurance for the school property. They added a rider for the ipads/computers for $4,400.
The playground equipment was scheduled to be installed this week dependent on the weather.
The High School renovation is complete.
The High School roof should be started 6/17.
Some samples of water at 3 schools have been high at certain times. They are trying to determine why.
There are 6 parcels in Lancaster County to be taken from the tax rolls. There were some questions and Mr. Carsley will follow-up.
8. Other Items/Concerns
None
9. Visitors’ Comments – General
Mr. Zimmerman wanted to update what they've done toward making the schools safer. They have a website and a flyer was distributed. He thanked the district for putting the flyer on their website (but I couldn't find it.) Approximately 25 families have provided their contact information. Many say they will sign a petition. It is right for the district and people want it. They have asked people to start attending meetings. There was a Senate bill passed to increase funding to schools to hire SRO (school resource officer). The House bill has not yet passed. Parkesburg police had looked at applying for a grant with the school, but it has closed for 2013. Parkesburg did not go ahead with it because the school couldn't guarantee continued funding.
10. Administrator Comments/Announcements
Dr. Newcome commented on Friday's graduation ceremony. He was very appreciative of the work by the custodial & maintenance staff. It turned out very nice. He also thanked the technical people. There were 200 - 250 people in the MPR to watch streaming coverage. He heard it was a positive experience. He thanked the band for giving up their seats to play from the bandroom.He thanked Dr. Rohrer and his staff for taking care of the graduates. It was a dignified and classy event. The audience was as polite & dignified as he's ever witnessed. The students seemed to understand the dignity of the ceremony. There are a lot of young people doing a lot of good things. He was especially pleased with the number of students who stood for taking AP classes, college credits and technical honors.
11. Board Comments
Mr. Olenziak said that the students who participated in Octorara's Got Talent did a fantastic job of entertaining the audience. There were a variety of talents. He was also impressed with the number of graduates who stood for the AP/College Credit/Technical honors. He estimated about 1/3 of students stood.
Mr. Ganow asked Mr. Carsley if they usually get a list of end of year transfers. Mr. Carsley said there isn't usually a list. This is strictly procedural.
Mr. Hume thought graduation was terrific and awards night was exceptional. A great deal of money was handed out. Octorara is a good place to get an education if you want it.
Ms. Bowman responded to Mr. Zimmerman that they are continuing discussions on the SRO. An important element is funding and thanked him for the time he has put into it
She thought graduation was a great night. She thanked the staff and the parents. She thanked Mr. Knickerbocker for his pictures. Lancaster online had a nice article. The students deserver it.
12. Adjournment
Facility Committee Meeting – Monday, June 10, 2013 – 6:00 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room
Executive Session for personnel – Monday, June 10, 2013 – Following the Work Session in the District Office Conference Room
Finance Committee Meeting – Monday, June 17, 2013 – 6:00 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room
Policy Committee Meeting – Monday, June 17, 2013 – 6:30 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room
Next regularly scheduled Board Meeting – Monday, June 17, 2013 – 7:30 p.m. in the Jr. High School Multi-Purpose Room
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