A. READING OF COMMUNICATIONS
B. PRESENTATIONS
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Introduction of Raynah Katzen, President of Student Council, Galloway Township Middle School
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Jill Tapper Memorial Scholarship Fund; Mr. Edward Zimmerman, GTEA President and Christa Atkins, GTEA Vice President
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Congratulations to the following students who were selected to participate in the South Jersey Elementary Honors Band Festival at Absegami High School on Saturday, May 3, 2014:
Arthur Rann Elementary School - Band Director - Samantha McLeod
Reeds Road Elementary School - Band Director - Ben Fong
Roland Rogers Elementary School - Band Director - Michael Marano
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Congratulations to the following GTMS Think Day Team members on their success during this year's competitions, which includes ranking highest in New Jersey for the online Thinking Cap Quiz Bowl and Second Place at Mainland Regional Think Day:
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Jeff Morris - Coach / Advisor
Kevin Throckmorton - Coach / Advisor
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C. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
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Attorney's Report (William S. Cappuccio, Esq.) (Attachment C.1)
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Student Enrollment Report as of April 30, 2014 (Attachment C.2)
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Out of School Suspension Report for April 2014 (Attachment C.3)
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Resolution to (accept, modify or reject) the Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Report presented to the Board on April 28, 2014 for the reporting period from March 20, 2014 through April 23, 2014.
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D. CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions:
- Resolution to approve Home Schooling for the 2013-2014 school year for the following student in accordance with Board Policy #6172.00: Alternative Education Programs:
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Student ID #
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Effective Date
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Smithville
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909521
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December 20, 2013
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Resolution to approve the following Rowan University Student for Clinical Practice for the Summer 2014 Semester:
Student Reeds Road/Various Grades Dates
Kelli Leyenaar Extended School Year 07/01/14 - 07/31/14
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Resolution to approve Reeds Road Elementary School 4th grade students to walk to Absegami High School on May 28, 2014 and May 29, 2014 to work cooperatively on activities with the Advanced Shop Class and Fine Arts Department.
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Resolution to approve Galloway Township Middle School URSA students to walk to Absegami High School on May 19, 2014 to take part in a mentoring seminar and tour provided by former URSA students (now Freshman and Sophomore students) and the Absegami Guidance Department.
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E. FINANCE AND SCHOOL OPERATIONS
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions for formal Board action, as recommended by Timothy Kelley, School Business Administrator:
Transportation:
1. Resolution to accept the completion of the second of two "Emergency Bus Evacuation Drills" for the 2013/2014 school year in accordance with the New Jersey Administrative Code NJAC 6A:27-11.2
Special Education:
2. Resolution to approve transfer in student #910615 to attend Coastal Learning Center beginning April 28, 2014 through June 30, 2014 at a cost of $46,764.96 prorated. Account #11-000-100-566-00-02
3. Resolution to approve Juli Dunkelberger, speech therapist, for supplemental speech therapy per IEP and resolution session for student #902421 for the 2013-2014 school year; Stipend: $75.00 per hour; Account #20-250-100-100-01-SA
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Out-of-District Travel:
4. Resolution to approve out-of-district professional development activities:
Activity: NJASA / NJAPSA Annual Spring Conference
Staff Name: Date: Expenses: Account:
Thomas Hand 05/24/2014 Registration: $149.00 20-250-200-500-00-02
Parking: $ 10.00
Activity: NJASBO Annual Conference
Staff Name: Date: Expenses: Account: Timothy E. Kelley, CPA 06/4 -6, 2014 Registration: $150.00 11-000-251-580-00-00
Travel: $ 30.00
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F. FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE
Informational Item: Update on the first job site meeting held on Thursday, May 8, 2014
G. COMMUNITY USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES
H. PERSONNEL
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions:
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Resolution to accept the letter to retire from Debra Bartley, teacher at Reeds Road Elementary School, with regret, effective July 1, 2014. Mrs. Bartley has worked in the Galloway Township Public School District for 30 years and her dedication and commitment to students and staff are appreciated by our entire school family.
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Resolution to accept the letter of intent to retire from Catherine Hilferty, Child Care Program Coordinator, with regret, effective August 1, 2014. Mrs. Hilferty has worked in the Galloway Township Public School District for 16 years and her dedication and commitment to students and staff are appreciated by our entire school family.
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Resolution to accept the letter of intent to retire from Elizabeth Merkel, district office secretary, with regret, effective July 1, 2014. Mrs. Merkel has worked in the Galloway Township Public School District for 14 years and her dedication and commitment to students and staff are appreciated by our entire school family.
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Resolution to accept the letter of resignation from Colleen Campo, teacher at Reeds Road Elementary School, effective July 1, 2014.
- Resolution to approve the maternity leave request from Denise Dunn, teacher at Smithville Elementary School as follows:
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05/07/14 - 06/23/14
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with pay, opts out of benefits
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Returning 09/01/14
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Resolution to approve the family leave request from Gillian Eyde, classroom assistant at Reeds Road Elementary School as follows:
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04/30/14 - 06/30/14
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without pay, with benefits
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Returning 09/01/14
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Resolution to approve the transfer of Terrence O'Connor, Assistant Principal, from Reeds Road Elementary School to Arthur Rann Elementary School effective July 1, 2014.
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Resolution to re-employ teaching personnel for the 2014-2015 school year effective September 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015; final assignments to be determined.
See attached list. (Attachment H.1)
- Resolution to re-employ classroom assistants for the 2014-2015 school year effective September 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015; final assignments to be determined.
See attached list. (Attachment H.2)
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Resolution to approve Michael Zegarra as a custodian at Smithville Elementary School for the 2013 - 2014 school year effective May 13, 2014 through June 30, 2014.
Salary: 05/13/14 - 06/30/14 $32,737.00 (pro-rated); Account #11-000-262-110-48-SA
(replacement position)
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Resolution to approve Sue Flicker as the nurse for the Community Education programs.
Salary: $25.50 per hour; Account #63-800-320-101-00-00
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Resolution to approve the following substitute teachers for the 2013 - 2014 school year effective May 13, 2014 through June 30, 2014 pending successful completion of the criminal history review. Account numbers as appropriate:
Kindergarten #11-110-100-101-SB-SA; Grades 1-5 #11-120-100-101-SB-SA;
Grades 6-8 #11-130-100-101-SB-SA
Keith Thurston Non-Certified $75.00 per day
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POSITION DESCRIPTIONS
- Resolution to approve the following job descriptions: (First Reading; Attachment H.3)
- Supervisor of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- Director of Special Education
- Supervisor of Guidance/Health Services, Child Care, and Community Education
- District Receptionist and Secretary for Child Care and Community Education
- Child Care Program (after school only) Site Coordinator
- Senior Network Engineer/Technology Help Desk Manager
- Facilities Operations Manager
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I. POLICY
. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS
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May 19, 2014
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Monday
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Regular Meeting
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GTMS
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7:00 pm
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June 16, 2014*
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Monday
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Regular Meeting
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GTMS
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7:00 pm
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July 28, 2014
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Monday
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Regular Meeting
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GTMS
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7:00 pm
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August 25, 2014
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Monday
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Regular Meeting
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GTMS
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7:00 pm
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*rescheduled from June 23, 2013
K. SPECIAL EVENTS
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May 22, 2014
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GTMS Spring Open House
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6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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June 5, 2014
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District Retirement Celebration
The Carriage House, Galloway
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5:00 pm
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Spring Concerts
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May 15, 2014
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Roland Rogers Elementary School Spring Concert
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6:30 pm
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May 20, 2014
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Reeds Road Elementary School Spring Concert
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7:00 pm
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May 28, 2014
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GTMS Spring Concert
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7:00 pm
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May 29, 2014
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Smithville Elementary School Chorus Concert
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7:00 pm
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June 3, 2014
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Smithville Elementary School Band Concert
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7:00 pm
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GTMS Promotional Ceremonies
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June 23, 2014
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4:00 pm
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5:30 pm
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7:00 pm
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L. PUBLIC COMMENT
M. OLD BUSINESS
N. NEW BUSINESS
Board of Education Resolution Supporting A-2930/S-1987
(Eliminates Superintendent Salary Cap)
WHEREAS, In February 2011, the Commissioner of Education adopted regulations imposing a cap on the salaries of chief school administrators based on the enrollment of the district in which the administrator serves; and
WHEREAS, The cap on superintendent salaries is unnecessary since the 2 percent property tax levy cap, the statutory limitation on administrative spending growth, regulations adopted pursuant to the School District Accountability Act, and Executive County Superintendent review of employment contracts protect the public's and taxpayers' interests by providing sufficient controls on superintendent compensation; and
WHEREAS, One of the most important responsibilities of a board of education is the hiring of a highly-qualified chief school administrator, who is critical in implementing the educational goals, vision and direction of the community; and
WHEREAS, The salary cap has a negative impact on the quality, stability and continuity of public education in school districts due to high turnover rates, increased use of interim superintendents, and a decline in the experience level of candidates for superintendent positions; and
WHEREAS, For many educators, becoming a superintendent represents the pinnacle of a lifelong ascent up the career ladder, yet the salary cap - which applies to no other positions - has created a disincentive for school leaders to strive toward that goal, which will have long-term negative consequences on educational quality in this State; and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill No. 2930, co-sponsored by Assemblyman Patrick Diegnan the Assemblywoman Mila Jasey, and Senate Bill No. 1987, sponsored by Senator M. Teresa Ruiz, would prohibit the Department of Education from regulating the maximum salary a school district may pay its superintendent.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Galloway Township Board of Education supports and urges the passage of Assembly Bill No. 2930 and Senate Bill No. 1987; and be it further
RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to each member of the #9 legislative district delegation, the Speaker of the General Assembly, the President of the State Senate, the Governor of the State of New Jersey, the Chairs of the Assembly and Senate Education Committees, and the New Jersey School Boards Association.
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O. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Negotiations - Galloway Township Principal and Supervisors Association
Personnel - Grievance Hearing
ADJOURNMENT