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READING OF COMMUNICATIONS
(There are no communications at this time.)
PRESENTATIONS
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Introduction of Kevin Gehringer, 8thgrade student and Secretary of Special Projects for the
Student Council at Galloway Township Middle School.
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District Test Report Part I: District Results - Superintendent Annette C. Giaquinto, Ed.D.
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SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
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Attorney's Report (William S. Cappuccio, Esq.) (Attachment B.1)
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Student Enrollment Report as of January 2011 (Attachment B.2)
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Out of school suspensions for the month of January 2011 (Attachment B.3)
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Resolution to approve the results of the Annual Meeting between Education and
Law Enforcement Officials held on January 31, 2011, whereby the Revised Uniform
State Memorandum of Agreement between Education and Law Enforcement Officials,
signed by the chief school administrator and law enforcement official, indicates that
procedures have been developed, with contact people identified, to implement
specific provisions of the Memorandum of Agreement. (Attachment B.4)
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PERSONNEL AND EVALUATION OF PERSONNEL
The superintendent recommends the following resolutions:
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Resolution to approve the Maternity Leave Request of Kristy Rizzo, 4thgrade LRC
teacher at Roland Rogers School, as follows:
5/9/11 - 6/30/11 - with pay, opts out of benefits
Returning 9/1/2011
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Resolution to accept the letter of resignation from Aaron Pete, school based
occupational therapist, effective April 1, 2011 or sooner if a suitable replacement
can be identified.
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Resolution to accept the letter of resignation from Jodi Schechtman, speech language
therapist at Pomona Pre-School, effective April 4, 2011 or sooner if a suitable replacement
can be identified.
RECOMMENDATION OF NEW STAFF
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Resolution to approve Monica Pakenham as a teacher / substitute for the
Child Care Program effective February 15, 2011.
Salary: $15 / per hour - support staff
Account #62-990-320-101-00-00
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Resolution to approve Elizabeth Ann Halsted as a substitute food service worker
for the 2010-11 school year effective February 15, 2011 through June 30, 2011.
Salary: $7.50 per hour; Account #60-910-310-100-SB-SA
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Resolution to approve Elizabeth Ann Halsted as a substitute custodian for the
2010-11 school year effective February 15, 2011 through June 30, 2011.
Salary: $9.00 per hour; Account #11-000-262-110
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CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions:
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Resolution to approve the following Atlantic Cape Community College fieldwork placement
for Spring 2011:
Student |
Cooperating Teacher |
School |
Grade |
Meyde Mendora |
Jeanne Rethy |
GTMS |
ESL |
Kathy Contino |
Katie Chisholm |
Arthur Rann |
1 |
Suzanne Calderaro |
Donna McAvoy |
Reeds Road |
2 |
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Resolution to approve the following Richard Stockton College service-learning students:
Student |
Child Care Coordinator |
Tami Schaffer & Danielle Mueller |
Cathy Hilferty |
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Resolution to approve the following Eastern University fieldwork placement
for Spring 2011:
Student |
Cooperating Teacher |
School |
Grade |
Amanda Bruffy |
Sean McCarthy |
Roland Rogers |
5 |
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Resolution to approve home instruction for Smithville School student, D.F., regular education
(5 hours per week) starting January 31 to March 25, 2011 due to illness.
Account #11-150-100-101-00-SA
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Resolution to approve home instruction for Smithville student, A.B., per 504 plan, regular
education (1 hour for every 10 cumulative days absent/ 5 consecutive days absent).
Account #11-150-100-101-00-SA
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Resolution to approve the Community Education Spring Theatre Program at GTMS beginning
March 29, 2011 through April 29, 2011 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday
evenings for rehearsals. Show dates: Thursday, April 28, 2011, and Friday, April 29, 2011, at
7:30 p.m.
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Resolution to approve the Community Education Summer Theatre Program at GTMS beginning
June 27, 2011 through July 29, 2011, Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Final week hours will be 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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Resolution to approve the Community Education Summer Camp at GTMS from Monday,
June 27, 2011 through Friday, August 5, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday camp will
be at another location to be finalized.
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Resolution to approve the Community Education Summer Pops at GTMS from Monday,
June 27, 2011 through Thursday, August 4, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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FINANCE AND SCHOOL OPERATIONS
Discussion Item:
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions for formal Board action, as recommended by Timothy E. Kelley, School Business Administrator:
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Resolution to approve Audiologic Test Battery, on an as needed basis, for a total not to exceed $364 per case at Betty Bacharach for the 2010-2011 school year. Acct. #11-000-219-390-00-02
Audiologic Test Battery: Comprehensive Audio Evaluation |
$206 |
Tympanometry/Acoustic Reflex Testing |
$158 |
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$364 |
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Resolution to approve Andrea J. Bloch, D.O. for psychiatric evaluations for 2010-2011, on an as needed basis, at a cost of $400 per psychiatric evaluation, $500 per psychiatric evaluation in Spanish, and $150 per hour consultation fee. Account# 11-000-219-390-00-02.
Informational Item:
The state will be paying for the following educational costs based on each student's placement in
Galloway by a state agency:
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For AK to attend Coastal Learning Center beginning February 9, 2011 through June 30, 2011
at per diem rate of $236.74.
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For TM to attend Coastal Learning Center beginning February 16, 2011 through June 30, 2011
at per diem rate of $236.74.
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FINANCE AND SCHOOL OPERATIONS
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions for formal Board action at the February 28, 2011 meeting, as recommended by Timothy E. Kelley, School Business Administrator, and the Finance Committee:
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Resolution to accept the following food service reports:
Cafeteria: Profit and Loss Statement for January, 2011.
(Attachments E.1Will be available at the 02/28/2011 meeting.)
Trial Balance Report/Breakfast & Lunch Cash Sales
(Attachments E.2Will be available at the 02/28/2011 meeting.)
Breakfast & Lunch Meal Counts Participation (Attachments E.3Will be available at the 02/28/2011 meeting.)
Special Income Detail. (Attachments E.4 Will be available at the 02/28/2011.)
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Resolution to accept the Investment Report(s) for January 2011 in accordance with Policy #3290. (Attachment E.5Will be available at the 02/28/2011 meeting.)
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Resolution to accept the Board Secretary's monthly certification budgetary line item status for January 2011. (Attachment E.6Will be available at the 02/28/2011 meeting.)
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Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(e), the Galloway Board of Education certifies that as of
January 31, 2011 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. 6:20-2.13(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.
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Resolution to approve the Secretary's and Treasurer's Report for the month(s) of January 31, 2011. (Attachment E.7Will be available at the 02/28/2011 meeting.)
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Resolution to approve the February Bill List - 2010/11 Budget. (Attachment E.8)Will be available at the 02/28/2011 meeting.)
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Resolution to approve the February transfers - 2010/11 Budget. (Attachment E.9Will be available at the 02/28/2011 meeting.)
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FACILITIES & MAINTENANCE
Information Item:
Update for the February 1, 2011 job site meeting for new gymnasium addition to the Reeds Road Elementary School.
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POLICY
(There are no policies to be reviewed at this time.)
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COMMUNITY USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following requests:
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The Mainland Baptist Church has requested the use of the GTMS gymnasium every Tuesday beginning April 5, 2011 through May 24, 2011 from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm for basketball games. They have also requested the use of the GTMS gymnasium for Saturday, April 16, 2011 from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm for a basketball tournament.
(Custodial fee of 1 ½ times the prevailing rate is applicable for Saturday use.)
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NOTICE OF MEETINGS
February 28, 2011 |
Regular Meeting |
GTMS Cafetorium |
7:00 p.m. |
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SPECIAL EVENTS
February 15, 2011 |
Wellness Fair |
GTMS Cafetorium |
6:00-8:00 p.m. |
March 15, 2011 |
GTMS Small Ensemble Concert |
GTMS Cafetorium |
7:00-9:00 p.m. |
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OUT-OF-DISTRICT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The following professional development activities align with our district Local Professional Development Plan, support our district goals and initiatives, provide training as per individual staff member's Professional Development Plans/Professional Growth Plans, relate to federal/ state grants, and/or provide assistance in fulfilling a student's Individualized Education, 504, or Multidisciplinary Assistance Team plan. These activities have been reviewed and approved by the appropriate administrators and are being recommended by the Superintendent in accordance
with regulations adopted under NJ Administrative Code 6A.
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Resolution to approve the following out-of-district professional development activities.
Activity: Succeeding with the Difficult Young Child
Staff Name |
Date |
Expenses |
Account |
Heather Suckiel |
3/8/11 |
Registration: $199.00 |
20-460-200-500-10-02 |
Activity: Legal & Employment Issues
Staff Name |
Date |
Expenses |
Account |
James Bruffy |
3/10/11 |
Registration: $75.00 |
11-000-230-580-00-00 |
Informational Items:
Activity: Garden State Co-op Meeting
Staff Name |
Date |
Expenses |
John Sloan |
February 8, 2011 |
No cost |
Activity: NJSBGA Annual Conference/Expo
Staff Name |
Date |
Expenses |
Allyn Snavely |
March 29 & 30, 2011 |
No cost |
Steve Bolli |
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No cost |
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OLD BUSINESS
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NEW BUSINESS
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
- Negotiations
- Matters of possible and pending litigation
- Sale of property
- Facility Usage Contracts
- Personnel
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