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READING OF COMMUNICATIONS
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Letter to Ms. Kelly Hagel from William S. Cappuccio, Esq. dated 10/12/10 re:
request for bus stop change (Attachment A.1)
PRESENTATIONS
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Presentation of the Audit for the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2010
Joe Hoffman and Dan DiGangi - Bowman and Company
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Presentation of the Annual Electronic Violence and Vandalism Reporting System (EVVRS)
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 September, 2010 (Attachment B.2)
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Out of school suspensions (Attachment B.3)
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Federal Education Job Funding - Discussion
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Shared Services with the Township of Galloway - Discussion
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PERSONNEL AND EVALUATION OF PERSONNEL
The superintendent recommends the following resolutions:
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Resolution to accept the letter of intent to retire, with regret, from Monica Silver,
physical education teacher at Reeds Road School, effective November 1, 2010.
RECOMMENDATION OF NEW STAFF
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Resolution to approve the following substitute teachers for the 2010-11 school year
effective October 19, 2010 through June 30, 2011 pending successful completion of
criminal history review. Account numbers as appropriate: Kindergarten #11-110-100-101;
Grades 1-5 #11-120-100-101; Grades 6-8 #11-130-100-101
Maria Clauhs |
Certified |
$80.00 per day |
Amanda Rae Black |
Certified |
$80.00 per day |
William S. Stone |
Certified |
$80.00 per day |
Helena Makar |
Non certified |
$75.00 per day |
Francis Penza |
Non certified |
$75.00 per day |
Ashleigh Connelly |
Non certified |
$75.00 per day |
RECOMMENDATION OF STAFF SUPPLEMENTAL POSITIONS
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Resolution to approve the following staff members as District Security Officers for the
2010-11school year. Salary: $25 per hour (paid by organization using the district facility); Account #11-000-211-110-00-SA
Glenn Hayden - Primary
Dave Martin - Alternate
RECOMMENDATION OF STAFF SUPPLEMENTAL POSITIONS
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Resolution to approve the following additional staff for the Multidisciplinary Assistance
Team (MAT) at the Galloway Township Middle School for the 2010-11 school year effective
September 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011. Stipend: $1900 each
Accounts #11-000-218-104-00-SA and #20-451-100-100-10-SA Title I ARRA Jeanine Wiener
Patricia Stewart
Cynthia Legowski
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Resolution to approve the following staff who were presenters for the Fall In-service day
on October 8, 2010. Stipend: $36/hr.; Account #11-000-223-104-00-SA:
Jennifer Glascock
Lauren Novasak
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CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions:
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Resolution to approve submission of the DonorsChoose.org "Sharpen Minds with a
Much Needed Pencil Sharpener" grant application in the amount of $163.75 by Terry Dougherty.
(A copy of the grant is available in the curriculum office.)
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Resolution to approve an additional GTMS 2010 Cross Country date as follows:
Tuesday, Oct. 26 Brigantine Invitational Meet Away 2:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m.
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Resolution to approve the following Richard Stockton College service-learning students:
Student |
Cooperating Teacher |
School |
Grade |
Robin Hess |
Debbie Mellor |
Arthur Rann |
K |
Shauna O'Brien |
Alyce Love |
GTMS |
WL 7/8 |
Lissel Vasilakis |
Ashley Mygrant |
GTMS |
WL 7/8 |
Ivis Rios |
Karen Giehl |
Smithville |
ESL K-6 |
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Resolution to approve 90 Pomona Preschool students to go to
Storybook Land on October 15, 2010. Accounts #11-190-100-890-40-00;
#20-251-100-800-11-02; Transportation #20-251-200-500-11-02
(Administrative approval granted prior to board meeting)
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FINANCE AND SCHOOL OPERATIONS
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 Bowman & Company, LLP for meeting the quality control standards for an accounting and auditing practice as recommended by the Peer Review Board of the AICPA. (Attachment E.1)
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Resolution to approve Comprehensive Maintenance Plan (CMP) N.J.A.C. 6:A:26-A for the 2009-10, 2010-11, 2011-12 school years. (Attachment E.2)
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The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions for formal Board action at the October 25, 2010 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: Analysis of Receipts and Disbursements for September, 2010
(Attachments E.1Will be available at the 10/25/10 meeting.)
Trial Balance Report/Breakfast & Lunch Cash Sales
(Attachments E.2Will be available at the 10/25/10 meeting.)
Breakfast & Lunch Meal Counts Participation (Attachments E.3Will be available at the 10/25/10 meeting.)
Special Income Detail. (Attachments E.4 Will be available at the 10/25/10.)
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Resolution to accept the Investment Report(s) for September 2010 in accordance with Policy #3290. (Attachment E.5Will be available at the 10/25/10 meeting.)
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Resolution to accept the Board Secretary's monthly certification budgetary line item status for September 2010. (Attachment E.6Will be available at the 10/25/10 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
September 30, 2010 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
September 30, 2010. (Attachment E.7 Will be available at the 10/25/10 meeting.)
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Resolution to approve the October Bill List - 2010/11 Budget. (Attachment E.8)Will be available at the 10/25/10 meeting.)
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Resolution to approve the October transfers - 2010/11 Budget. (Attachment E.9Will be available at the 10/25/10 meeting.)
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FACILITIES & MAINTENANCE
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 Change Order #1 from Cherry Steel Corporation for Reeds Road Elementary School gymnasium addition for decrease in the amount of $5,930.00. Original contract was for $156,000.00 and the revised amount is $150,070.00.
(Attachment F.1)
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Resolution to request permission to dispose of maintenance vehicle 1995 Ford Van, VIN#1FTEE14Y4SHC15947, Plate# MG22609, with 181,051.7 mileage. (Attachment F.2)
Information Item:
Update on the October 12, 2010 job site meeting for Cologne and SEH demolition and the new addition to the Reeds Road Elementary School gymnasium
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POLICY
Resolution to approve the following policies (first reading): (Attachment G.1)
1120 Board of Education Meetings - Policy and Legal References
2240 Research, Evaluation and Planning - Policy and Legal References
2255 Action Planning for State Monitoring NJQSAC (New Jersey
Quality Single Accountability Continuum) - Policy and Legal References
3100 Budget Planning, Preparation, and Adoption - Policy and Legal References
3210 Tax Revenues - Policy canceled
3220/30 State Funds; Federal Funds - Policy and Legal References
3326 Payment for Goods and Services - Policy and Legal References
3453 School Activity Funds - Policy and Legal References
3533 Bonding - Policy and Legal References
3541.10 Transportation - Policy only
3571 Reports of School Board Secretary - Policy only
5113 Attendance, Absences, and Excuses - Policy and Legal References
5131.5 Vandalism / Violence - Policy and Legal References
5131.6 Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco (Substance Abuse) - Policy and Legal References
5141 Health - Policy and Legal References
6114 Emergency and Disaster Preparedness - Policy and Legal References
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COMMUNITY USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following requests:
Scout Requests
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Pack 634 Cub Scouts have requested the use of the Arthur Rann cafeteria on every other Wednesday beginning October 27, 2010 through April 27, 2011 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm for their meetings.
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Galloway Girl Scout Daisy Troop has requested the use of the Roland Rogers cafeteria every other Thursday evening beginning October 28, 2101 through June 9, 2011 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm for their meeting.
Sport Requests
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PAL has requested the use of the GTMS gymnasium on October 26, 2010 and October 27, 2010 from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm for the Traveling Team tryouts.
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The Galloway Township Athletic Association has requested the use of the Reeds Road cafeteria on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings beginning October 19, 2010 through November 23, 2010 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for cheerleading practice.
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The Galloway Volleyball Association has requested the use of the GTMS gymnasium on Wednesday evenings beginning November 3, 2010 through May 11, 2011 from 9:00 pm to
10:30 pm for adult co-ed volleyball.
Informational Item
Day Change: The AAU Wildcats will be practicing in the Roland Rogers gymnasium on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm instead of Monday and Wednesday evenings.
(Initial approval granted at the 9/27/10 board meeting)
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NOTICE OF MEETINGS
October 25, 2010 |
Regular Meeting |
GTMS Cafetorium |
7:00 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: SINI Training
Staff Name |
Date |
Expenses |
Account |
William Zipparo, Ed.D. |
Oct. 25, 2010 |
Travel: $65.00 |
#11-000-230-580-00-00 |
Marilyn Moore |
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Travel: $65.00 |
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Sharon Kurtz |
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Travel: $65.00 |
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Activity: Semi Regional Meeting
Staff Name |
Date |
Expenses |
Account |
Donna Cushlanis |
Oct. 27, 2010 |
Travel: $14.50 |
#11-000-219-580-00-02 |
Activity: NJAEOP Annual Conference
Staff Name |
Date |
Expenses |
Account # |
Annette Giaquinto |
Nov. 5, 2010 |
Registration: $35.00 (each) |
11-000-230-580-00-00 |
Mary Link |
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Activity: Wilson Reading Training Seminar-Just Words
Staff Name |
Date |
Expenses |
Christa Atkins |
Dec. 6-7, 2010 |
ETTC hours |
Christine Fuhs |
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OUT-OF-DISTRICT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(continued)
Informational Items:
Activity: Student Data Reporting for ASSA Fall Report
(Administrative approval granted prior to board meeting)
Staff Name |
Date |
Expenses |
Donna Cushlanis |
Oct. 12, 2010 |
No cost |
Eileen Mason |
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Georgette Reeves |
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Marilyn Moore |
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Timothy E. Kelley |
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Tom Hand |
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Activity: Prometric Certified Food Managers Sanitation Test
Staff Name |
Date |
Expenses |
John Sloan |
Oct. 27, 2010 |
No cost |
Activity: School Dude Program Workshop
Staff Name |
Date |
Expenses |
Steve Bolli |
Nov. 18, 2010 |
No cost |
Lisa Phillips |
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Activity: Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders in Youth
Staff Name |
Date |
Expenses |
Shari Peters |
Feb. 25, 2011 |
No cost |
Elizabeth Elevich |
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Stephanie Kunicki |
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Michele VanSickle |
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Rachel Regina |
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Peg Douglas |
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OLD BUSINESS
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Resolution to approve the contract of Vickie L. Tomasco as School Business Administrator / Board Secretary of Schools effective July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011 at a salary of $114,127.61.
(Copy will be available for review at the Board meeting on October 18, 2010 and will also reviewed in the Board office.)
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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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