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Roll call (11 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M. - PMS CONFERENCE ROOM
President Eicher called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. in the Pelham Middle School Conference Room at 28 Franklin Place, Pelham, New York 10803.
2. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE
MOTION was made by Ms. O’Leary, seconded by Mr. Cavanagh and unanimously carried to go into executive session to discuss collective negotiations pursuant to Article 14 of the Civil Service Law (Pelham Teachers’ Association) and the financial, credit or employment history of a particular person and/or corporation.
3. MOTION TO RECESS
MOTION was made by Dr. Arden, seconded by Ms. O’Leary and unanimously carried to recess at 8:08 p.m., at which time the Board would reconvene in a public meeting in the Pelham Middle School Library.
4. MOTION TO RECONVENE IN PUBLIC MEETING IN THE PMS LIBRARY
Motion to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. Moved by Mr. Hearle, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. (Approved)
5. CALL TO ORDER - 8:00 P.M.
Mr. Eicher called the meeting to order at approximately 8:17 p.m. in the Pelham Middle School Library and welcomed everyone. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Dr. Arden reiterated the previously noted executive session motions. Approximately 32 community members and staff attended.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.1. Motion to Approve Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 21, 2011
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
7. ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.1. Student Recognition
Mrs. Cark presented 14 students to the Board whom she wanted to recognize for their achievement on the National Merit exam. She spoke about their accomplishments, noted that they are school leaders, athletes, science reserchers and have many varied interests outside of school. On behalf of the school district each student was congratulated and then presented with a Certificate of Excellence from Dr. Lauro. The Board congratulated the students.
With the Board’s consent, Mr. Eicher moved to Item 7.3 on the agenda.
7.3. Pelham Memorial High School Guidance Report Update
Mr. Cavanagh, as Program Committee chair, gave an introduction and some historical background as to the origin of this evening’s report.
Mr. Farrell sad that the PMHS Guidance Report is a follow-up to a year long study in guidance that was presented to the Board last June. Mr. Farrell spoke about the restructuring of the guidance department, the guidance counselor action plan, the college planning process recommendations, possible programmatic chages and updates and public engagement and feedback. Mrs. Clark also participated in the presentation and added supportive comments. Board questions and comments included topics like: SAT preparation, academic support for all students and the use of ACT exams.
Mr. Eicher called for public comment on this topic. An audience member reported that the transition for the ninth grade counselor has been very smooth. Two other community members noted that they were alumni interviewers for their colleges/universities and would volunteer to be a resource for the high school guidance department.
7.2. Administrative and Committee Reports
Mr. Eicher reported on some of the topics discussed at the December 1st PTA Council meeting. Mrs. Kiernan briefy spoke about a recent Student Life Committee Meeting and said that they will meet again on December 19th.
Mr. Hearle said that the Community Engagement Committee is anxious to better utilize Cable channels 77 and 42 and are working on the launch of some new programming. He also reminded everyone that the committee is planning a community forum on Saturday, January 21 (starting at 9:00 am.) Representatives from all community organizations will be invited, as well as individuals. The next Community Engagement Committee meeting will be on December 12th at 6 pm in the Superintendent's Conference Room. Please RSVP.
Dr. Lauro and Mr. Giarrizzo gave an update on the proposed scope of work regarding the elementary math curriculum with Rutgers University.
Dr. Lauro said that he proposes to come up with a budget within the tax cap to present to the Board. He said that the study session calendar might be changed to allow for presenting his results. Mr. Cavanagh reminded everyone that this long process will include lots of community feedback.
8. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mr. Eicher called for public comment and requested that each community member come before the Board, identify themselves and please note their address. Some topics/questions were: Where wll cost savings come from in the Princeton Plan, when does the Board receive the Superintendent's budget, what drives the budget, renegotiate union contracts for more concessions and look at administrative costs, what reports will be give in January and will there be citizen's advisory committees involved, reconsider Rutgers as a partner regarding math data - suggested alternative possibility, do not spend money on a consultant, poll/survey parents about Math Investigations and the suggestion of budget prioritizing.
Mr. Eicher Bob thanked the community for coming.
9. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND MOTIONS
9.1. Motion to Accept Treasurer's Report for the Period Ending October 31, 2011
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.2. Motion to Approve the Increase in Savin Engineers, P.C. Fee for Construction Management Services Related to the Technology Center in Pelham Memorial High School
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.3. Motion to Approve Agreement with Cost Management Services, Inc. for the 2011-2012 School Year
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mr. Eicher.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.4. Motion to Approve Special Education Agreement with Pleasantville Union Free School District for the 2011-2012 School Year
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.5. Motion to Accept Donation
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Dr. Arden, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MOTIONS
10.1. Motion to Approve Schedule D - Committee on Special Education (Confidential)
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
11. NEW BUSINESS
After a brief discussion the Board Finance Committee announced that it will next meet on December 16th from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. in the Business Office Conference Room - unless the public sends notification that they will attend, in which case a larger space will be identified. The public was also reminded that the third occasion of "Neighbor to Neighbor" budget conversations is scheduled for Saturday, December 10th at 10:15 am in the Pelham Library Community Room.
12. ADJOURN
Motion to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 10:51 p.m. Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 10:51 p.m. (Approved)
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Roll call (11 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M. - PMS CONFERENCE ROOM
President Eicher called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. in the Pelham Middle School Conference Room at 28 Franklin Place, Pelham, New York 10803.
2. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE
MOTION was made by Ms. O’Leary, seconded by Mr. Cavanagh and unanimously carried to go into executive session to discuss collective negotiations pursuant to Article 14 of the Civil Service Law (Pelham Teachers’ Association) and the financial, credit or employment history of a particular person and/or corporation.
3. MOTION TO RECESS
MOTION was made by Dr. Arden, seconded by Ms. O’Leary and unanimously carried to recess at 8:08 p.m., at which time the Board would reconvene in a public meeting in the Pelham Middle School Library.
4. MOTION TO RECONVENE IN PUBLIC MEETING IN THE PMS LIBRARY
Motion to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. Moved by Mr. Hearle, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. (Approved)
5. CALL TO ORDER - 8:00 P.M.
Mr. Eicher called the meeting to order at approximately 8:17 p.m. in the Pelham Middle School Library and welcomed everyone. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Dr. Arden reiterated the previously noted executive session motions. Approximately 32 community members and staff attended.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.1. Motion to Approve Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 21, 2011
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
7. ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.1. Student Recognition
Mrs. Cark presented 14 students to the Board whom she wanted to recognize for their achievement on the National Merit exam. She spoke about their accomplishments, noted that they are school leaders, athletes, science reserchers and have many varied interests outside of school. On behalf of the school district each student was congratulated and then presented with a Certificate of Excellence from Dr. Lauro. The Board congratulated the students.
With the Board’s consent, Mr. Eicher moved to Item 7.3 on the agenda.
7.3. Pelham Memorial High School Guidance Report Update
Mr. Cavanagh, as Program Committee chair, gave an introduction and some historical background as to the origin of this evening’s report.
Mr. Farrell sad that the PMHS Guidance Report is a follow-up to a year long study in guidance that was presented to the Board last June. Mr. Farrell spoke about the restructuring of the guidance department, the guidance counselor action plan, the college planning process recommendations, possible programmatic chages and updates and public engagement and feedback. Mrs. Clark also participated in the presentation and added supportive comments. Board questions and comments included topics like: SAT preparation, academic support for all students and the use of ACT exams.
Mr. Eicher called for public comment on this topic. An audience member reported that the transition for the ninth grade counselor has been very smooth. Two other community members noted that they were alumni interviewers for their colleges/universities and would volunteer to be a resource for the high school guidance department.
7.2. Administrative and Committee Reports
Mr. Eicher reported on some of the topics discussed at the December 1st PTA Council meeting. Mrs. Kiernan briefy spoke about a recent Student Life Committee Meeting and said that they will meet again on December 19th.
Mr. Hearle said that the Community Engagement Committee is anxious to better utilize Cable channels 77 and 42 and are working on the launch of some new programming. He also reminded everyone that the committee is planning a community forum on Saturday, January 21 (starting at 9:00 am.) Representatives from all community organizations will be invited, as well as individuals. The next Community Engagement Committee meeting will be on December 12th at 6 pm in the Superintendent's Conference Room. Please RSVP.
Dr. Lauro and Mr. Giarrizzo gave an update on the proposed scope of work regarding the elementary math curriculum with Rutgers University.
Dr. Lauro said that he proposes to come up with a budget within the tax cap to present to the Board. He said that the study session calendar might be changed to allow for presenting his results. Mr. Cavanagh reminded everyone that this long process will include lots of community feedback.
8. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mr. Eicher called for public comment and requested that each community member come before the Board, identify themselves and please note their address. Some topics/questions were: Where wll cost savings come from in the Princeton Plan, when does the Board receive the Superintendent's budget, what drives the budget, renegotiate union contracts for more concessions and look at administrative costs, what reports will be give in January and will there be citizen's advisory committees involved, reconsider Rutgers as a partner regarding math data - suggested alternative possibility, do not spend money on a consultant, poll/survey parents about Math Investigations and the suggestion of budget prioritizing.
Mr. Eicher Bob thanked the community for coming.
9. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND MOTIONS
9.1. Motion to Accept Treasurer's Report for the Period Ending October 31, 2011
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.2. Motion to Approve the Increase in Savin Engineers, P.C. Fee for Construction Management Services Related to the Technology Center in Pelham Memorial High School
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.3. Motion to Approve Agreement with Cost Management Services, Inc. for the 2011-2012 School Year
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mr. Eicher.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.4. Motion to Approve Special Education Agreement with Pleasantville Union Free School District for the 2011-2012 School Year
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.5. Motion to Accept Donation
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Dr. Arden, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MOTIONS
10.1. Motion to Approve Schedule D - Committee on Special Education (Confidential)
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
11. NEW BUSINESS
After a brief discussion the Board Finance Committee announced that it will next meet on December 16th from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. in the Business Office Conference Room - unless the public sends notification that they will attend, in which case a larger space will be identified. The public was also reminded that the third occasion of "Neighbor to Neighbor" budget conversations is scheduled for Saturday, December 10th at 10:15 am in the Pelham Library Community Room.
12. ADJOURN
Motion to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 10:51 p.m. Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 10:51 p.m. (Approved)
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