June 22, 2020
Virtual Meeting - 6:00pm
REGULAR MEETING
A. PUBLIC COMMENT
B. READING OF COMMUNICATIONS
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. 2018-2019 District & School HIB Grades under the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act Presented by Annette C. Giaquinto, Ed.D.; Prepared by Christine LoPresto, Director of Student Services: General Education
2. Student Safety Data System (SSDS); Report Period 1 - September 2019 - December 2019; Presented by Annette C. Giaquinto, Ed.D.; Prepared by Christine LoPresto, Director of Student Services: General Education
D. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
. Health-Related School Closure Update
1. Attorney's Report - Amy Houck-Elco, Esquire
2. Resolution to (accept, modify or reject) the Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying Report presented to the Board on June 8, 2020 for the reporting period of April 23, 2020 to June 3, 2020
E. CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions:
1. Resolution to approve Homeschooling for the 2020-2021 school year for the following students in accordance with Board Policy #6172.00; Alternate Education Programs:
| School |
Student ID |
Effective Date Grade |
| GTMS |
908790 |
September 1, 2020 7 |
| Reeds Road |
911633 |
September 1, 2020 3 |
| Reeds Road |
914207 |
September 1, 2020 1 |
| Reeds Road |
914210 |
September 1, 2020 1 |
2. Resolution to approve the following Rowan University Nursing Practicum
Students for the Fall 2020 Semester:
| Student |
Cooperating School Nurse |
School |
| Lindsay Pizzuto |
Jessica Barrett |
GTMS |
| Amy Bowen |
Morgan DiPietro |
Smithville |
3. Resolution to approve the following Stockton University MSW Intern for the Fall 2020 Semester:
| Student |
Cooperating Social Worker |
School |
| Alyssa Brady |
Cynthia Decicco-Reynolds |
Arthur Rann |
F. FINANCE AND SCHOOL OPERATIONS
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions for the formal Board action, as recommended by Joy Nixon, School Business Administrator, and the Finance Committee:
. The Finance Committee had a virtual meeting on June 22, 2020. The update will be given by Chairperson John Knorr.
1. Resolution to accept the following food service report:
Cafeteria: Profit and Loss Statement for May 31, 2020 (Attachment F.1)
2. Special Income Detail for May 31,2020 (Attachment F.2)
3. Resolution to accept the Investment Report(s) for May 31, 2020 in accordance with Policy #3290 (Attachment F.3)
4. Resolution to accept the Board Secretary's monthly certification budgetary line item status for May 31, 2020 (Attachment FA)
5. Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Galloway Board of Education certifies that as of May 31, 2020 after review of the secretary's monthly financial reports (appropriations section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that to the best of our knowledge, no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.1 O(b) and there have been no changes in anticipated revenue sources and/or amounts so that sufficient funds are available to meet the district's financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year.
6. Resolution to approve the Cash and Secretary's Report for the month of May 2020 (Attachment F.5)
7. Resolution to approve May 2020 transfers for the 2019-2020 Budget (Attachment F.6)
8. Resolution to approve the May and June 2020 Bills Lists in the amount of $1,759,265.85 (Attachment F.7)
9. Resolution to authorize the School Business Administrator to pay additional June 2020 bills for the 2019-2020 school year budget. After the Finance Committee has reviewed said bills, they will be presented to the Board for ratification at the next meeting. The School Business Administrator is further authorized to pay bills charged to the 2020-2021 school year budget to be ratified at the next Regular Board of Education meeting.
10. Resolution to authorize the School Business Administrator to make additional transfers, as necessary, to the 2019-2020 school year budget. Said transfers will be presented to the Board for ratification at the next meeting. The School Business Administrator is further authorized to make additional transfers, as necessary, to the 2020-2021 school year bUdget. After the Finance Committee has reviewed said transfers, they will be presented to the Board for ratification at the next meeting of the Board of Education.
11. Resolution to deposit into the district maintenance reserve account an amount of up to $2,000,000. The deposit shall be made from unexpended line-item balances as per NJAC 6A:23A-14.3, with the final amount to be determined by the School Business Administrator in conjunction with the year-end closeout of the 2019-2020 fiscal year.
12. Resolution to deposit into the district capital reserve account an amount of up to $2,500,000. This deposit shall be made from unexpended line-item balances as per NJAC 6A:23A-14.3, with the final amount to be determined by the School Business Administrator in conjunction with the year-end closeout of the 2019-2020 fiscal year.
13. Resolution to deposit into the district emergency reserve account an amount of up to $2,000,000. This deposit shall be made from unexpended line-item balances as per NJAC 6A:23A-14.3, with the final amount to be determined by the School Business Administrator in conjunction with the year-end closeout of the 2019-2020 fiscal year.
14. Resolution to approve 2019-2020 anticipated contracts to be renewed, awarded, or to expire during the school year - PL 2015 - Chapter 47. Pursuant to PL 2015, Chapter 47 the Galloway Board of Education intends to renew, award, or permit to expire the following contracts preViously awarded by the board of education. These contracts are, have been, and will continue to be in full compliance with all state and federal statutes and regulations; in particular, New Jersey Title 18A:18. et.seq, NJAC Chapter 23, and Federal Procurement Regulations 2CFR Part 200.317 et. Seq. A listing of all contracts is not attached as all Purchase Orders issued by the district are considered contracts thus all purchase orders issued during 2019-2020 fall under this certification.
Contracts. Agreements. and Other:
15. Resolution to approve the Itinerant Agreement between Cape May County Special Services School District and Galloway Township Public School District for the 2020- 2021 school year. (Attachment F.8)
16. Resolution to approve the purchase of Microsoft 365 A3 Subscription for the 2020-2021 school year at a total cost of $40,478.88 to be purchased through the NJ Edge Co-op.
17. Resolution to approve Jim Pasquale, Attendance Officer, to exceed the approved regular business travel maximum of $1 ,500. Due to the nature of his position, Mr. Pasquale travels to multiple locations throughout and outside the district
during the course of his normal work day. The approved maximum for Mr. Pasquale for the 2019-2020 school year shall be up to $2,000.
18. Resolution to renew Bollinger Speciality Group, student accident insurance, for the 2020-2021 school year for an annual premium of $13,990.00.
19. Resolution to approve a voluntary student insurance plan provided by Bollinger Specialty Group at an annual cost of $92.00 per student. This policy is for a $500,000.00 maximum benefit. This plan is purchased by the parent/guardian and
is no cost to the district.
20. Resolution to approve the Southern Regional Institute and ETTC contract for 443 hours to be used by the Galloway Township Public School District beginning July 1,2020. The cost is $3.25 per student for a total of $10,627.50.
21. Resolution to approve Johnson Controls Fire Protection LP Service Agreement for the service and support of the fire and life safety systems renewal beginning August 1, 2020 for 1-year at a cost of $5,772.80.
22. Resolution to approve the renewal contract with Mobilelease Modular Space, Inc. for the modular building at Pomona Preschool. The monthly lease payment will remain at $1,750 per month through June 30, 2021. This is in accordance with the Keystone Purchasing Network. (Funded by PEEA)
23. Resolution to approve Vanessa Decesari as a Physical Therapist for the Virtual ESY at the rate of $ 70.00 an hour; not to exceed 70 hours Account# 11-000-219-390-0XX-02
24. Resolution to approve Vanessa Desesari as a Physical Therapist to provide services/ evaluations at the rate of $350.00 per evaluation for the 2020-2021 school year; Account# 11-000-219-390-0XX-02
25. Resolution to approve the shared services agreement between Galloway Township School District Board of Education and the Greater Egg Harbor Regional High School District Board of Education beginning July 1, 2020 through August 1, 2020, to provide specialized education services for a student at Absegami High School for ESY at the rate of $33.33 per hour including benefits; not to exceed 120 total hours.
G. FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions for the formal Board action, as recommended by Joy Nixon, School Business Administrator:
1. Resolution to award the landscaping bid to Reeves Landscaping for Lawn and Grounds Keeping Services in the amount of $57,000 for the 2020-2021 school year per 18A:8A-42-0. No Other Bids Received
2. Resolution to award the bid for Renovations of Security Vestibules at Arthur Rann Elementary School and Pomona Pre-School to Garozzo &Scimeca Construction in the amount of $288,155.00 and the alternate bid for the Entrance Canopy at Arthur Rann ES in the amount of $173,248.00 for a total cost of $461,403.00
Other bids received:
Massett Building Co. Const.
$352,100.00
$245,800.00 (AIL Bid)
$597,900.00 Total
Network Co.
$331,000.00
$329.000.00 (All. Bid)
$660,000.00 Total
Joseph Poretta Builders
$294,000.00
$269.900.00 (All. Bid)
$563,900.00 Total
R. Maxwell Const. Co.
$247,000.00
$252.000.00 (AIL bid)
$499,000.00 Total
3. Resolution to approve the withdrawal from maintenance reserve account and transfer into the appropriate maintenance accounts.
WHEREAS N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-14.2 permits a Board of Education, by resolution, to withdraw such funds from the maintenance reserve account and appropriate into the required maintenance account lines at budget time or anytime during the year for use on required maintenance activities for a school facility, including the health and safety of pupils, employees, and visitors; and
WHEREAS, the aforementioned code authorizes the Board of Education to apply such funds to fund the following maintenance projects:
| Building |
Project |
Account Number |
Amount |
| Arthur Rann |
Restroom Partitions |
11-000-261-420-015-00 |
$7,750.00 |
| GTMS |
Chiller Repairs |
11-000-261-420-015-00 |
$12,311.00 |
WHEREAS, the Galloway Township Board of Education has determined that $20,061.00 is available for such transfer;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Galloway Board of Education that it hereby authorizes the district's School Business Administrator to make these transfers to the required maintenance lines consistent with all applicable laws and
regulations.
4. Resolution to approve the withdrawal from capital reserve account and transfer into the appropriate capital outlay accounts.
WHEREAS N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-14.1 permits a Board of Education, by resolution, to withdraw such funds from the capital reserve account and appropriate into the required capital outlay account lines at budget time or anytime during the year for
use on required capital projects for a school facility; and
WHEREAS, the aforementioned code authorizes the Board of Education to apply such funds to fund the following capital projects:
| School |
Project |
Account Number |
| Arthur Rann ES |
Security Vestibule |
30-000-400-450-015-00 $56,500.00 |
WHEREAS, the Galloway Township Board of Education has determined that $56,500.00 is available for such transfer;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Galloway Board of Education that it hereby authorizes the district's School Business Administrator to make these transfers to the required capital outlay lines consistent with all applicable laws
and regulations.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that any remaining funds will be transferred from the capital outlay account back to the capital reserve at the conclusion of the projects.
H. COMMUNITY USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES
. Informational Items:
. Community Use of School Facilities remains suspended as long as the Health-Related School Closure is in effect. The Governor's Executive Orders regarding Social Distancing also apply.
I. PERSONNEL
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions:
1. Resolution to re-appoint Joy N. Nixon as the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary effective July 1,2020 through June 30, 2021. Salary: $134,500.00; Account: 11-000-251-104-000-SA (Mrs. Nixon's contract was approved by the Interim Executive County Superintendent.)
2. Resolution to accept, with regret, the letter of intent to retire from Violet Douglas, custodian at Smithville Elementary School, effective June 30, 2020. Ms.Douglas has worked in the Galloway Township Public School District for 15 years and her dedication and service to students and staff are appreciated by our entire school family.
3. Resolution to approve the family leave request from Courtney Thompson, School Psychologist at Roland Rogers Elementary School, as follows:
09/1/2020 09/23/2020 - with pay, opts out of benefits
10/26/2020 12/18/2020 - without pay, opts out of benefits
Returning - 12/21/2020
4. Resolution to approve Katie Quinn, School Social Worker, as a counselor/therapist at Galloway Township Public Schools for the 2020-2021 school year, effective September 1, 2020 through June 30,2021 pending successful completion of the criminal history review and background investigation. Salary: Step 5: $56,854.00;Degree: MA; Account #11-000-218-104-0XX-SA (new position) (final assignment to be determined)
5. Resolution to approve Lindsay Carlsen, School Counselor, as a counselor/therapist at Galloway Township Public Schools for the 2020-2021 school year, effective September 1,2020 through June 30, 2021 pending successful completion of the criminal history review, background investigation, and certification. Salary: Step 8: $58,604.00;Degree: MA; Account #11-000-218-104-0XX-SA (new position) (final assignment to be determined)
6. Resolution to approve Susan Cruz, School Social Worker, as a counselor/therapist at Galloway Township Public Schools for the 2020-2021 school year, effective September 1,2020 through June 30, 2021 pending successful completion of the criminal history review and background investigation. Salary: Step 12: $68,579.00; Degree: SA; Account #11-120-100-1 01-0XX-SA (new position) (final assignment to be determined)
7. Resolution to approve Megan Cinquegrani as an Educational Interpreter at Smithville Elementary School for the 2020-2021 school year, effective September 1,2020 through June 30, 2021 pending successful completion of the criminal history review, background investigation, and certification. Salary: Step 8: $41,254.00 ;Degree: SA; Account #11-207-1 00-1 06-048-SA (new position)
SUPPLEMENTAL
1. Resolution to approve Joe Conte as the program coordinator for the Virtual Extended School Year program at the rate of $62.18; not to exceed 70 hours. Account# 20-250-1 00-1 OO-OXX-SA (IDEA)
2. Resolution to approve Joanmarie Esposito as the Teaching and Learning Facilitator for the Virtual Extended School Year program at the rate of $62.18; not to exceed 70 hours. Account# 20-250-100-1 OO-OXX-SA (IDEA)
3. Resolution to approve the following child study team staff for Non-Public Case Management for the 2020-2021 school year; not to exceed a total of $12,000 Account# 20-507-100-1 01-000-SA (Non-Public)
Joanne Popeson - $62.18
Mary Roman - $60.50
4. Resolution to approve various district teachers for 2020 summer IEP meetings, as required by NJAC; virtually or in-person as per DOE guidance; Stipend: $39.00 per hour; as per negotiated agreement Account# 11-000-219-104-0XX-SA
5. Resolution to approve the following child study team members, as per negotiated agreement; virtually or in person as per DOE guidance to complete IEP mandated summer evaluations, meetings and case management; Account# 11-000-219-1 04-0XX-SA:
Alexandra Widmann - $40.04
Angela Gwathney - $44.27
Christine Graham - $63.02
Cindy DeCiccio-Reynolds - $58.37
Dominic Mevoli - $63.02
Heather Samuelson - $62.18
Heather Suckiel - $62.18
Jessica Senn - $62.18
Joanna Popeson - $62.18
Juli Dunkelberger - $62.18
Nicole Warriner - $62.18
Robbyn Scott - $63.02
Stephanie Kunicki - $63.86
Lauren Botsis - $57.73
Nicole Neville - $63.86
Michele VanSickle - $62.18
Mary Roman - $60.50
Kelly Clements - $42.59
Kayle Sher - $54.56
6. Resolution to approve the following related service providers for the Virtual Extended School Year Program; not to exceed 70 hours each( hourly rate per the negotiated contract). Account# 20-250-1 00-1 OO-OXX-SA (IDEA)
Juli Dunkelburger - $62.18
Jaqueline Lautato - $62.18
Joanne Popeson - $62.18
Heather Samuelson - $62.18
Jessica Senn - $62.18
Kayle Sher - $54.56
7. Resolution to approve the following teachers for the Virtual Extended School Year Program; not to exceed 70 hours each (hourly rate per the negotiated contract). IDEA accounts as follows:
Arthur Rann (20-250-100-1 00-015-SA)
Colleen DeFoney $ 51.77
Jenn Glascock $ 62.18
GTMS (20-250-100-1 00-016-SA)
Kass Piotrowski $ 63.02
Reeds (20-250-100-1 00-045-SA)
Gabrielle Ascenzo $ 38.09
Erin Hartman $ 38.81
Maeghan Kurz $ 44.38
Amanda Silano $ 39.65
Shayna Weber $ 38.93
Roland (20-250-100-1 00-046-SA)
Julianne Massagli $ 59.66
John O'Kane $ 38.93
Pomona (20-250-100-1 00-040-SA)
Sarah-Ashley Sharpe $ 48.99
Sarah Young $ 38.09
Smithville (20-250-100-1 00-048-SA)
Angela Cappelluti $ 48.99
8. Resolution to approve the following classroom assistants for the Virtual Extended School Year Program; not to exceed 70 hours each (hourly rate per the negotiated contract) IDEA accounts as follows:
Arthur Rann (20-250-100-100-015-SA)
Tina Hart $ 29.52
GTMS (20-250-100-1 00-016-SA)
Jessica Oeser $ 29.52
Reeds (20-250-100-1 00-045-SA)
Kim Albrecht - $31.51
Ciera Dattolo - $31.51
Jenna DeCicco - $26.13
Samantha DeVito - $29.52
Sandra Lewis-Galushka - $29.52
Dulce Meadows - $29.52
Karen Miller - $29.40
Dana Parker - $31.51
Nissi Peram - $27.57
Roland (20-250-100-1 00-046-SA)
Joanna Dembowski - $30.72
Leslie Glickstein - $31.51
Kayla Harlan - $31.51
Courtney Kappock - $31.51
Pomona (20-250-100-1 00-040-SA)
Russell Akerlind $ 30.96
Gina Kucharski $ 26.86
Smithville (20-250-100-1 00-048-SA)
Elisha Costa (Educational Interpreter) $ 32.20
9. Resolution to approve Mary Ann Steinmann as on-site nurse for Summer Evaluations in accordance with Dept of Health guidelines for in-person student contact during Covid 19; at the rate of $59.66; not to exceed 100 hours;
Account# 20-250-100-1 OO-OXX-SA
10. Resolution to approve the following teachers for Virtual Supplemental Instruction; not to exceed 70 hours each( hourly rate per the negotiated contract). Account #20-250-1 00-1 OO-OXX-SA (IDEA)
Jennifer Glascock - $ 62.18
Kayla Harlan - $ 41.72
11. Resolution to approve the following teachers/certificated staff for the Summer Learning Program. Account #20-231-100-1 OO-OXX-SA (Title I) Not to exceed 42 instructional hours at their contracted rate:
Cynthia Phillips $ 46.47
Ashley Ricciardi $ 40.61
Jennifer Goodwin $ 62.18
Jennifer Viteritto $ 38.09
Stephanie Pross $ 59.66
Sonya Adamson $ 62.18
Christina Cibotti $ 38.81
Christina LaBounty $ 46.41
Sarah Fryling $ 38.09
Not to exceed 18 instructional hours at their contracted rate:
Lindsey Zabelski $ 63.86
Rebecca Elia $ 62.18
12. Resolution to approve the following teachers/certificated staff for 6 hours of Professional Development - "Distance Learning in a Summer Learning Program" on July 1 and July 2, 2020; $29/hr; Account #20-270-200-320-0XX-SA (Title IIA)
Cynthia Phillips
Stephanie Pross
Christina Cibotti
Ashley Ricciardi
Sonya Adamson
Christina LaBounty
Lindsey Zabelski
Jennifer Goodwin
Jennifer Viteritto
Rebecca Elia
13. Resolution to approve the following teacher for 12 hours as the trainer for "Distance Learning in a Summer Learning Program" on July 1 and July 2, 2020; $39/hr; Account #20-270-200-320-0XX-SA (Title IIA)
Sarah Fryling
14. Resolution to approve the following certificated staff for the Grading Committee not to exceed 18 hours per person; $39/hour; Account #20-270-200-320-0XX-SA (Title IIA)
Sonya Adamson
Christa Atkins
Gregory Battipaglia
Colleen Bruce
Sara Brummett
Meghan Bruscato
Alexander Conaway
Brian Conover
Joanmarie Esposito
Jill Fernandez
Darlene Gilly
Lisa Gradziel
Cassandra Haubensak
Lawrence Little
Sean McCarthy
Jennifer Mohr-Murphy
Jeffrey Morris
Patricia Palumbo
Ashley Ricciardi
Jennifer Sawhill
leigh Ann Scull
Jenna Smith
Edward Zimmerman
15. Resolution to approve the following teachers to serve on the Virtual Learning Committee not to exceed 18 hours per person; $39/hour; Account #20-270-200-320-0XX-SA (Title IIA)
Kayla Harlan
Sarah Fryling
Julianne Massagli
Jamie Sarraiocco
lawrence Little
Dave Fink
Holly Dileo
Andrea Stephens
Shannon longinetti
Carol Santo
Amy Summer
Heather Maguire
Edward Zimmerman
Angela Cappelluti
Christy Buck
Amy Butler
Alexander Conaway
Daniella Schnell
Jennifer Mohr-Murphy
Eric Rybka
Rebecca Zimmerman
Heather D'Addario
Brian Conover
Jason Truppa
Juli Dunkelberger
Kim Mattina
Kim Monroe
Jeremy Post
Jennifer Furgione
Joanmarie Esposito
J. POLICY
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following policy:
(Attachment for Second Reading provided at June 8, 2020 meeting)
1. Policy #3250.1 Food Service Charges and Notices (Second Reading and Adoption)
K. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS
July 27, 2020 Monday Regular Meeting *Virtual Meeting *6:00 pm
August 24, 2020 Monday Regular Meeting *Virtual Meeting *6:00 pm
*At this time the meetings are scheduled as virtual meetings at 6:00 p.m. Should the Board be able to conduct in-person meetings, the meetings will be held in the GTMS Cafetorium at 7:00 p.m. An announcement or re-advertisement will be done as needed.
L. SPECIAL EVENTS
M. PUBLIC COMMENT
N. OLD BUSINESS
o. NEW BUSINESS
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions for the formal Board action, as recommended by Joy Nixon, School Business Administrator,
1. RESOLUTION TO APPROVE PARTICIPATION IN THE LEAP IMPLEMENTATION GRANT
WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey has appropriated $10 million for Shared Services and School District Consolidation Study and Implementation Grants to assist local units with the study, development and implementation of new shared and regional services; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Community Affairs, Division of Local Government Services (DLGS) is tasked with administering these grant funds through the Local Efficiency Achievement Program (LEAP); and
WHEREAS, $2 million in LEAP Implementation Grant funds has been set allocated to support costs associated with school district consolidation studies; and
WHEREAS, Port Republic School District has determined to evaluate whether Galloway Township Board of Education may be able to attain improved educational quality and efficiencies through consolidation or regionalization; and
WHEREAS, a formal study must be undertaken to accomplish this objective; and
WHEREAS, the Port Republic School District has agreed to be the lead entity in conducting this study and will submit the application for financial support for this study to DLGS on behalf of all participating units.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Governing Body of the Galloway Township Board of Education, that the Galloway Township Board of Education does hereby join with Port Republic School District in applying for a LEAP Implementation Grant to support undertaking the Port Republic Study.
P. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. RESOLVED, that the Galloway Township Board of Education shall meet in executive session on June 22, 2020 immediately, for the purpose of discussing
. Attorney-Client Privilege
. Personnel
. Superintendent's Evaluation
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the discussion of each subject matter in executive session will be disclosed to the public when the matter has been settled, unless such is otherwise prohibited by law.
2. RESOLVED, that the Galloway Township Board of Education shall reconvene the Open Public Session
ADJOURNMENT