SPRING-FORD AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT - BOARD WORK SESSION - Tuesday, April 22, 2003
Ben Quick
Collegeville, PA 19426
BOARD WORK SESSION
Tuesday, April 22, 2003
7:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria of the Senior High School
MISSION STATEMENT
In cooperation with home and community, the Spring-Ford Area School District
is committed to promoting academic excellence in a safe learning
environment, recognizing the diverse needs of all students and empowering
them to become lifelong learners and contributing citizens.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
I. PUBLIC COMMENT
II. PRESENTATION
A. Dr. Genevieve D. Coale, superintendent of schools, and Tim Anspach,
business manager, will present a draft of the Spring-Ford Area School
District Budget for school year 2003-04.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. The administration recommends approval of the March 10th committee of the
whole minutes.
B. The administration recommends approval of the March 17th work session
minutes
C. The administration recommends approval of the March 24th board meeting
minutes.
IV. ACTION ITEMS
PERSONNEL
A. Administration recommends approval of the following resignation with
regret:
1. Charlene S. Lapp, Learning Support Teacher at Brooke Elementary School,
effective April 2, 2003.
PROGRAMMING AND CURRICULUM
A. Administration requests approval for the Spring-Ford Middle School
Science Olympiad Team to participate in the 2003 State finals of the
Pennsylvania Science Olympiad. The Team qualified on March 21, 2003
(placing 9th out of 40 competing teams) for the state finals competition and
will compete against 30 other Middle Schools from Pennsylvania. This State
competition will be held at Juniata College in Huntingdon, PA on April 25,
2003 with registration starting at 7:00 a.m. This request includes
transportation to and from Juniata College, overnight lodging Thursday,
April, 24, 2003, and meals. The Science Olympiad Team consists of 16
students and 2 teachers. The estimated cost is approximately $3,000.
Funding will come from the General Fund.
V. BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
Ad Hoc Bob Weber Oct 29, Nov. 26
7 p.m.
Contract-Grievance Richard Schroeder As needed
WCTS Weber, Schroeder, Block 1st Mon., 7:30 p.m.
MCIU-Legislative John Grispon, 3rd Wed., 7:30 p.m.
Richard Schroeder, Alternate
MCIU Board John Grispon 4th Wed., 7:45 p.m.
Community Safety & Security 4th Tues., 7 p.m.
Community Facilities 3rd Thurs., 7 p.m.
American Legion Report John Grispon
Spring-Ford Westmont Block, Pettit, Schroeder
Educational Consortium
Forum Committee Masciandaro, Rocchio,
Stokes
Student Representative Report Janine Herring
VI. PERSONNEL
A. Administration recommends approval of the following resignations, with
regret:
1. Cortland Bigelow, Boys' Intramural Football Supervisor at the
Intermediate School, effective March 26, 2003.
2. Regina L. Gerhard, Instructional Assistant at the Middle School,
effective April 4, 2003.
B. Administration recommends approval for the following leave of absences:
1. Stephanie Cooper, 4th Grade Teacher at Limerick Elementary School, for an
extension of childrearing leave of absence, effective August 20, 2003 until
the third quarter of the 2003/2004 school year.
2. Bruce A. Cope, Foreign Language Teacher at the High School, for a Family
Leave of Absence for an adoption of a child, effective tentatively May 27,
2003 for approximately 4 to 6 weeks.
3. Kristin Landis, 3rd Grade Teacher at Brooke Elementary School, for an
Uncompensated Leave of Absence for the balance of the 2002/2003 school year.
4. Mari O'Drain, Guidance Counselor at the Intermediate School, for a
maternity leave of absence, effective tentatively May 16, 2003 for the
balance of the 2002/2003 school year.
5. Lyndi Puleo, English Teacher at the Middle School, for a maternity leave
of absence, effective August 20, 2003 for the first marking period of the
2003/2004 school year.
C. Administration recommends approval of Agnes Bolyn, Norristown, PA, as a
Temporary Professional Employee, for the newly established Learning Support
position at the Spring-Ford Intermediate School. Ms. Bolyn is a graduate
Arcadia University with certification in Special Education. Ms. Bolyn is
currently a per diem substitute. Compensation will be set at Master's Step
1 $37,500 plus benefits as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement,
effective April 29, 2003.
D. Administration recommends approval of Jill Mendel, Pottstown, PA, as a
Temporary Professional Employee, for the Learning Support Teaching position
at Brooke Elementary School replacing Charlene Lapp who resigned. Ms.
Mendel is a graduate of Millersville University with certification in
Elementary and Mentally and Physically Handicapped. Ms. Mendel is currently
a per diem substitute with the district. Compensation will be set at B.S. ,
Step 1 $35,000 plus benefits as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement,
effective April 29, 2003.
E. Administration recommends approval of Martin Coleman, Perkiomenville, PA,
for the Custodial position at Oaks Elementary School replacing Christopher
Bachrach who accepted the head custodian position at Royersford Elementary
School (replacing Bob Istenes who retired). Mr. Coleman has been a per diem
substitute with the district. Compensation will be set at $14.50 an hour
plus benefits as per the Custodial Plan, effective April 29, 2003.
F. Administration recommends approval of Howard DeHaven, King of Prussia,
PA., for the Plumber, 2nd shift position, replacing Robert Pollock who
resigned. Compensation will be set at $17.50 (Maintenance IIa) plus
benefits as per the Maintenance Plan, effective April 29, 2003.
G. Administration recommends approval for the Spring-Ford Area School
District Secretarial Plan effective July 1, 2003 to June 30, 2006.
H. Administration recommends approval of the Spring-Ford Area School
District Food Service Employees Plan effective July 1, 2003 to June 30,
2006.
I. Administration recommends employing eleven (11) Special Education
Teachers for the Summer 2003 - Extended School Year Programs for special
education students as per their IEP's. The programs will be held at Brooke,
Limerick, Intermediate School and the Middle School. The teachers will work
6 hours per day (Monday thru Thursday except 7/11/03 and 8/8/03) from
6/30/03 to 8/8/03 (26 days: 24 days of program, 1 day (6/30) for preparation
and 1 day (8/8) for report writing and dissemination of materials back to
the home schools. These positions will be funded through IDEA funds.
Compensation will be set at $29 per hour for a total of 156 hours. The
total cost shall not exceed $4524 plus benefits for each teacher.
J. Administration recommends employing nineteen (19) Instructional
Assistants for the Summer 2003- Extended School Year Programs for special
education students as per their IEPS. The Instructional Assistants will be
paid for 5.5 hours per day (Monday thru Thursday except 7/11/03 and 8/8/03)
from 6/30/03 to 8/8/03 (26 days: 24 days of program, 1 day (6/30) to assist
teachers in preparing materials for the program and 1 day (8/8) to assist
teachers in packing and dissemination of materials back to the home schools.
These positions will be funded through IDEA funds. Compensation will be set
at $12.70 per hour ($12.95 w/degree) for a total of 143 hours. The total
cost shall not exceed $1816.10 ($1851.85) plus benefits for each
instructional assistant.
K. Administration recommends employing a certified school nurse for the
Summer 2003 - Extended School Year Program. Several of the students require
that medication be given during the school day. The nurse will work 4 hours
per day for 26 days with 24 of these days for disseminating medication at
Brooke, Limerick, Intermediate School, Middle School and addressing any
medical issues that might arise. Two days (6/30 and 8/8/03) will be for
preparation and completion of all records. The Nurse will work from 6/30/03
to 8/8/03 (No Fridays except 7/11/03 and 8/8/03). This position will be
funded through IDEA funds. Compensation will be set at $21.00 per hour for
a total of 104hours. The total cost shall not exceed $2184 plus benefits.
L. Administration recommends employing three (3) Speech Clinicians for the
Summer 2003 - Extended School Year Programs to be held at Brooke, Limerick,
Intermediate School and Middle School. The Speech Clinicians will work 6
hours per day (No Fridays except 7/11/03 and 8/8/03) from 6/30/03 to 8/8/03
(26 days: 24 days of program, 1 day (6/30) for preparations and 1 day (8/8)
for report writing. These positions will be funded through IDEA funds.
Compensation will be set at $29.00 per hour for a total of 156 hours. The
total cost shall not exceed $4524 plus benefits for each speech clinician.
M. Administration recommends approval of the following independent
contract(s):
1. Child Guidance Resource Center, Media, PA, to provide Extended School
Year Program for a special education student as per the IEP. The program
will take at the Variety Club site from June 23, 2003 to August 22, 2003,
Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The total cost of the
program is $5625. The cost of the program will be paid through IDEA funds.
2. Coventry Christian Schools, Pottstown, PA, to provide a socialization
program for a special needs student as per the Extended School Year IEP
through a summer camp program. The program will be in effect from June 23,
2003 to August 15, 2003, four (4) days per week at a total cost of $930.00.
This program will be paid through IDEA funds.
3. Great Valley Nature Center, DeVault, PA, to present two assemblies
entitled, "Dino Days" for the second grade students. The cost of the
program will not exceed $300 and will be in effect on April 29, 2003.
Funding will be from the Oaks PTA.
4. Peg Lehman, Elgin, Il., to present an assembly entitled "At Home In
America". The cost of the program will not exceed $1,175 and will be in
effect on May 9, 2003. Funding will be from Royersford Elementary School
PTO and Limerick Elementary Home and School League funds.
5. Seraph, Prospect Park, PA, to present two-one hour assemblies entitled,
"2-Student Talks" for the students at the Middle School. The cost of the
program will not exceed $600 and will be in effect on April 23, 2003.
Funding will be from the Middle School Home and School Association.
6. Jeannetta Burpee Institute, Inc., Blue Bell, PA, to provide sensory
integration services as part of an Extended School Year program for a
special education student as per the student's IEP. The contract will be in
effect from 7/1/03 through 8/31/03. The cost for the service will be
$115.00 per hour not to exceed 20 hours. The service will include direct
service, consultation, training, and report writing. Funding for this
service will be reimbursed from the District's IDEA supplement. The total
contract cost shall not exceed $2,300.00.
7. Invo Health Care Associates, Inc., Doylestown, PA, to provide
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Adaptive Physical Education as
part of Extended School Year program for a special education student as per
the student's IEP. The Contractor will provide a total of (45) forty-five
hours of service at a rate of $52.00 per hour. Funding will be obtained
from District funds not budgeted for the portion of the contact extending
from 4/22/03 through 6/30/03 ($624.00). Funding will be reimbursed from the
District IDEA allocation from 7/1/03 through 8/16/03 ($1,716.00). The total
contact cost shall not exceed $2,340.00.
8. Invo Health Care Associates, Inc. Doylestown, PA, to provide Physical
Therapists for the Extended School Year program 2003 for special education
students as per the students' IEP. The Contractor will provide a total of
(150) one hundred and fifty hours of service at a rate of $52.00 per hour.
The total contact cost shall not exceed $7,800.00. Funding will be
reimbursed from the District IDEA allocation.
9. Invo Health Care Associates, Inc., Doylestown, PA, to provide Speech and
Language Support services as part of an Extended School Year program for a
special education student as per the student's IEP. The Contractor will
provide a total of fifteen (15) hours of service at a rate of $55.00 per
hour. Funding will be obtained from District funds not budgeted for the
portion of the contact extending from 4/22/03 through 6/30/03 ($275.00).
Funding will be reimbursed from the District IDEA allocation from 7/1/03
through 8/16/03 ($550.00). The total contact cost shall not exceed $825.00.
10. Mrs. Cheryl Marmer, Bryn Mawr, PA, for provision of instructional
services for a special education student as part of an Extended School Year
program as per the student's IEP. The contractor will provide a total of 47
hours of service at $50.00 an hour as per independent contractor's
agreement. The funding will be obtained from District funds not budgeted
for the portion of the contract extending from on or before 6/24/03 through
6/30/03 ($100.00). Funding will be reimbursed from the District IDEA
allocation from 7/1/03 through 8/31/03 ($2,250). The total contract cost
shall not exceed $2,350.00.
11. Mrs. Susan Parsons, Media, PA, to provide instructional services for a
special education student as part of an Extended School Year program as per
the student's IEP. The Contractor will provide a total of 77 hours of
service at $50 an hour as per independent contractor's agreement. The
funding will be obtained from District funds not budgeted for the portion of
the contract extending from on or before 6/23/03 through 6/30/03
($1,000.00). Funding will be reimbursed from the District IDEA allocation
from 7/1/03 through 8/31/03 ($ 2,850.00). The total contract cost shall not
exceed $3,850.
12. St. Edmond's Home for Children, Rosemont, PA, for provision of an eight
week program as part of an Extended School Year program for a special
education student as per the student's IEP. The contractor will provide a
total of 40 days of service at a rate of $55.00 a day. Funding will be
obtained from District funds not budgeted for the portion of the contract
extending from 6/23/03 through 6/30/03 ($330.00). Funding will be
reimbursed from the District IDEA allocation from 7/1/03 through 8/15/03
($1,870.00). The total contract cost shall not exceed $2,200.00.
13. Pennsylvania Tourette's Syndrome Association, Inc., Gettysburg, PA, to
provide training for staff working with a special education student as per
the student's IEP. This training session will include 90 minutes of
training plus printed materials. Training will be for at least 25
participants. Minimum cost of $250.00 plus mileage and $10.00 for
additional participants. Total cost shall not exceed $400.00. Funding will
be from the Special Education Budget.
N. Administration recommends approval of the following
extra-curricular/supplemental contract(s):
1. Meghan Barnett 7/8th gr. Asst. Lacrosse Coach $1649 H
(Developmental squad)
2. Katie Horning 7/8th gr. Asst. Track Coach $1395 I
(Replacing Jeff Moyer who resigned)
3. Leslie Ruffo Fitness Club - Intermediate School $300 M
O. Administration recommends approval of the following professional
substitutes:
1. Amanda L. Carson Elementary K-6
West Chester, PA Penn State/Main Campus
2. Kelly R. Hatfield Elementary K-6
Pottstown, PA East Stroudsburg University
P. Administration recommends approval of the following support substitutes:
1. Stephen A. Barnaik, Sr. Custodian
Phoenixville, PA
2. Michael A. Costello Custodian
Royersford, PA
3. Keith R. Dane, Jr. Custodian
Collegeville, PA
4. Elizabeth D. Evans Instructional/Clerical Asst.
Spring City, PA Playground Asst.
Lunchroom Asst.
(previously approved cafeteria)
5. Sharon O'Grady Instructional Assistant
Royersford, PA (previously approved as substitute teacher)
6. Karen Raudenbush Instructional Assistant
Collegeville, PA
7. Martin E. Seibert Instructional/Clerical Asst.
Pottstown, PA Inst. Asst. for Technology
V. FINANCE
A. Administration recommends approval of the Cafeteria Listing of
Bills:
Checks #
B. The following Treasurers' Reports are submitted for your approval:
Treasurer's Report - March 31, 2003
Money Market - March 31, 2003
Nataturium Fund - March 31, 2003
Checking Accounts - March 31, 2003
Payroll Account - March 31, 2003
Athletic Fund - March 31, 2003
Investment Schedule - March 31, 2003
Note of 2000 - March 31, 2003
GOB 1998 - High School Addition, etc. - March 31, 2003
Capital Reserve Fund - March 31, 2003
General Fund - Tax Account - March 31, 2003
Note of 2002 - March 31, 2003
Series A 2001 - March 31, 2003
Capital Reserve Investment Plan - March 31, 2003
Summary Budget Report -- March 31, 2003
Revenue Budget Report - March 31, 2003
Check Register - March 31, 2003
C. The following reports are submitted for your information:
Cafeteria M/M Account - March 31, 2003
Cafeteria Checking Account - March 31, 2003
Cafeteria Participation Report - March 31, 2003
Cafeteria Profit and Loss Statement - March 31, 2003
Cafeteria Investment Schedule
Cafeteria Savings Schedule
Cafeteria List of Bills - March 31, 2003
Use of Facilities
D. Administration recommends approval for next month's payroll, taxes, all
benefits, transportation contracts, IU contracts, vo-tech payments, debt
service payments, utility bills, maintenance agreements, copier leases,
equipment maintenance, Federal grants, insurance, and discounted invoices:
Check List
E. Administration recommends approval of payment for the following invoices
for the month of APRIL, in connection with the SERIES A 2001 G.O.B.:
1. UPPER PROVIDENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Apex Maintenance Co. Custodial Supplies $ 822.31
Boyertown Supply Inc. Const. Supplies/Playground Area$ 767.50
Mario D'Orsaneo Fabricate/Install AC Units Stand $ 655.00
Eckadams Furniture/Guidance/Spec. Ed. & $ 2,374.00
Reception Areas (2 invoices)
Fox Rothschild O'Brien Professional Services (3 Inv.) $ 1,679.76
Flex-Y-Plan Furniture/Guidance/Reception/ $ 15,133.80
Special Education Areas $
Hillyard Custodial Supplies/Equipment $ 8,743.25
Indco Inc. 4- 55 gal. Drum Cradles $ 252.40
KMB, Inc. 55 Sec./Penco Clipper Shelving $ 6,395.00
Lafayette Welding Inc. Fabricate/2 Alum Antenna Mount$ 246.00
Don Mace & Sons Sign Supply/Install Signage $ 1,509.00
Martin Stone Quarries Stone/Playground Area $ 808.30
Miller Office Furniture 12 Arm Chairs/Conference Rm $ 3,822.26
Nickerson Corp. 84 Folding Chairs/Storage Cart $ 1,336.52
Nicholas Pipino Assoc. 45 Da-Lite Screens & Brackets $ 2,754.30
Sanitary Supply Spec. Custodial Supplies/Equipment $ 9,423.80
Sax Arts & Crafts Kiln w/h Furn Kit - Art Class $ 1,755.00
Supro Hawk Floor Buffer $ 765.00
Versteel Furniture/Conference/Workroom $ 3,103.11
TOTAL $ 62,346.31
2. UPPER PROVIDENCE ELEMENTARY - ADDITION
EI Associates Professional Services $ 51,076.00
Upper Providence Twp. Building Permit $ 3,220.00
TOTAL $ 54,296.00
F. Administration recommends approval of payment for the following invoices
for the month of APRIL in connection with the CAPITAL RESERVE ACCOUNT- Fund
22:
Evaluation of Land Parcels
Fox Rothschild O'Brien Professional Services (4 Inv.) $ 718.80
TOTAL $ 718.80
Phase II - Design Athletic Fields
G. Administration recommends Board approval to create a Debt Service Fund -
Fund 30. The purpose of the fund is two fold; 1. To earmark annual funds
(minimum of $1 million) for future debt and interest obligations and 2, To
keep funds separate from general fund. The future debt plan for the next 11
years reflects funds must be earmarked each year to meet future debt
obligations. The administration and the Board recognize there will be
future school building projects to meet the enrollment increases. This
plan allows for stable tax increases for each year. For some years, the
debt payment will exceed the available annual debt budget, but the debt
service fund will have accumulations to meet the annual total obligations,
if plan is adhered to. Currently, there remains a balance of $1,226,069
from end of year 2002/2003 and $200,000 designated fund balance (board
approved 6/25/02) for future debt. A total of $1,426,069 is available for
transfer to the Debt Service Fund. (Please refer to debt service plan).
H. Administration recommends Board approval to set-up up a separate bank
account in the General Fund, for the purpose of building up a cash reserve
for Health Care / Insurance Funds. The administration wants to earmark the
Independence Blue Cross settlement for year 2001/2002 in the amount of
$330,241 for the purpose of exploring, if advantageous, self-funding health
care / insurance programs. The administration recognizes self-funded
programs require a start-up cash reserves.
I. Administration recommends Board approval to move the Prescription drug
plan away from the (5) district affiliation (retrospective funding) with IBC
to a free Standing Prescription Drug called "Cost Plus Claims Basis" with
IBC. The district had many meetings with Chester County IU and the
affiliation, working with a consultant, Norman Wells. Consideration of
proposals were received from IBC and the CCIU-sponsored prescription drug
program called AdvancePCS. This new plan will save the district
approximately $177,000.
J. Administration recommends Board approval to accept the Chester County
Schools Healthcare Affiliation to pre-pay the 2003/2004 Health Care Premiums
to Independence Blue Cross. This is the second year the school districts
have been offered this option from IBC. If payment of $3,865,632 is paid by
July 15, the prepayment saving is approximately $154,625, and if payment is
made by August 15 the prepayment savings is approximately $128,049. The
prepayment option is determined by all members of the affiliation. In order
to meet this large cash outlay, the district may need to borrow funds from
the Capital Reserve Account. The administration can insure the Capital
Reserve Account are replaced with tax revenue and replace any loss of
interest earned.
K. Administration recommends the approval of a lease with ePlus Technology
of Pennsylvania for computers to replace those due to be refreshed during
the summer of 2003, to populate the rooms of Upper Providence Elementary,
and to initiate a wireless program for Carnegie Algebra in the Senior High
School. Most of the computers being refreshed reside in the classrooms and
labs of the existing elementary schools. The lease will include
approximately: 810 Compaq mini-towers (2.4 GHz, 512 MB, 40 GB hard drive,
CD-ROM, 17" Monitor), 151 Compaq Evo laptops for staff (2.2 GHz, 512 MB, 60
GB hard drive, CD-RW/DVD-ROM), 33 Compaq N1020v laptops the wireless lab
(2.0 GHz, 256 MB, 30 GB hard drive), and related support equipment such as
port replicators, batteries, and battery chargers. (The wireless lab
supports Section 5.1.1, Goal 3, located on the top of Section 5, page 3 of 7
in the Technology Plan.) The total equipment value of approximately
$1,104,965 will be divided into three annual lease payments of approximately
$381,213. The prices quoted represent significant, voluntary price
reductions below State Contract 5850-01 by the HP Computer Corporation.
Funding is from the Technology Fund.
L. Administration recommends the commitment of $41,100 to fund the summer of
2003 refresh and addition of computers. ePlus Technology of Pennsylvania
will physically remove from in-place location all of the computers due to be
refreshed and physically place/connect the incoming computers for a cost of
$26,500. The remaining $14,600 will be used for summer hours for our
Instructional Assistants for Technology to image, name, and join the
computers to the network and to install printers. Funding is from the
Technology Fund.
M. The administration recommends board approval to authorize Ed Murray of
Dolphin & Bradbury Inc. to proceed with development of the Official
Statement and Fox, Rothschild, O'Brien & Frankel to represent the district
as the district bond council for the new bond in the amount of $19,000,000,
after July 1, 2003. The additional $19 million will meet the financial
obligation of building projects (Winnies Elementary).
N. The administration recommends board approval to Dolphin & Bradbury to act
as the Bidding Agent to invest $48,405,000. The Federal government has
suspended the sale of (SLGS) State and local government Securities,
therefore the custodial bank holding the escrow funds is not able to invest
the escrow funds, until the Federal government increases the Federal debt
limit. Robert A Walper from Fox, Rothschild, O'Brien & Frankel will also
assist the district in resolving this short-term problem. (see proposal).
VI. PROPERTY
A. Administration recommends approval for a complete appraisal of 25 acres
of land in Limerick Township by Indian Valley Appraisal Company for a fee
of $1,800.
VII. PROGRAMMING AND CURRICULUM
A. Administration is recommending approval of the Summer Instrumental
Program to be held at the Middle School. The program would run for 5 weeks,
in conjunction with the district summer school program, from Monday, June 23
through Friday, July 25, 2003 (no classes Friday, July 4, 2003). Weekly
lessons would be offered to students on a tuition basis, and there would be
no cost to the school district. The cost would be $15.00 per half hour
private lesson. All tuition money that is collected would be submitted to
the Business Office and the teachers would be paid at the current summer
school salary rate of $29.00/hour. This has been a very worthwhile and
well-attended program during the past years and we would like to continue it
this summer.
B. Administration is recommending approval for the 2003 Summer School
Program at the Spring-Ford Senior High School. It is anticipated that there
will be a need for teachers in English, Science, Mathematics, Social
Studies, and possibly Career Exploration/FCS. The dates for this year's
program are tentatively set from Monday, June 23 - Friday, July 25, 2003.
To celebrate the Independence Day holiday there will be no school on Friday,
July 4, 2003. We will offer almost 50 hours of instruction with times for
individual class sessions from 7:50 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. and 10:05 a.m. - 12:15
p.m. Staff hours will total approximately 405 hours. Staff rate this year
is $29.00 per hour plus benefits. Tuition rates would be $225.00 per one
credit for resident students and $500.00 per one credit for non-resident
students. Summer school is fully funded by tuition payments.
C. Administration recommends approval for the 2003 Summer School Program at
the Spring-Ford Middle School. Courses will be offered to students who
failed to meet necessary course requirements. Students will be able to take
up to a maximum of two courses. The dates for this year's program will be
Monday, June 23 - Friday, July 25, 2003 (no session July 4, Independence Day
holiday). Class periods will be from 8:00 - 9:50 a.m. and 10:00 - 11:50
a.m. Staff rate this year is $29.00 per hour plus benefits. Tuition rates
are $225.00 per credit for resident students and $500.00 per credit for
non-resident students. Summer school is fully funded by tuition payments.
The estimated total number of hours at the present time is 328, utilizing 3
instructors and 1 director, for approximately 50 students. Quantity of
teachers is student-driven. The number generated is based on last year's
student numbers. If more students require summer school, another teacher
may need to be added.
D. Administration is recommending approval for the Brooke Summer Library
Program to run for six weeks. Tentative dates are June 24 through August 7,
2003, on Tuesdays and Thursdays (closed Thursday, July 3 for Independence
Day). The library program will operate from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (4
hours/day x 12 days = 48 hours). Cost to operate program: 1 Instructional
Assistant @ $12.35 /hr. x 48 hours = $592.80
E. Administration is recommending approval for the Limerick Summer Library
Program to run for six weeks. Tentative dates are June 24 through August 7,
2003, on Tuesdays and Thursdays (closed Thursday, July 3 for Independence
Day). The library program will operate from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (4
hours/day x 12 days = 48 hours). Cost to operate program: 1 Instructional
Assistant @ $12.35/hr. x 48 hours = $592.80
F. Administration is recommending approval for the Royersford Summer Library
program to run for six weeks. Tentative dates are June 24 through August 7,
2003, on Tuesdays and Thursdays (closed Thursday, July 3 for Independence
Day). The library program will operate from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (4
hours/day x 12 days = 48 hours). Cost to operate program: 1 Instructional
Assistant @ $12.35/hr. x 48 hours = $592.80.
G. Administration is recommending approval for the Oaks Summer Library
program to run for six weeks. Tentative dates are June 24 through August 7,
2003, on Tuesdays and Thursdays (closed Thursday, July 3 for Independence
Day). The library program will operate from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (4
hours/day x 12 days = 48 hours). Cost to operate program: 1 Instructional
Assistant @ $12.35/hr. x 48 hours = $592.80.
H. Administration recommends approval for Bridgework Theater to make a
presentation to the Intermediate School sixth grade class on Tuesday, May 6,
2003. The title of the presentation is "Accepting Responsibility for
Actions" and will involve the participation of two sixth grade students as
actors. The cost of this presentation is $607.50 and will be paid by our
Safe School Grant. The Bridgework Theater has presented different programs
in the Intermediate School the past two years.
I. Administration recommends approval of three performances of "Under
Construction" by the Metamorphosis Performing Company as part of our
Kick-Off Week for the Bullying Prevention Program on September 2, 2003.
This is a key component of educating our students to this new program on
reducing bullying behaviors in the Intermediate School. The cost of this
program is $1000.00. The purpose of the performances is to show students
how they can participate in making their school a safe place to be. The
cost will be covered by the Safe Schools budget.
J. Administration recommends approval for the Elementary Summer School
Program to be offered at Royersford Elementary School. The focus will be on
a developmental and remedial math program for students who have completed
kindergarten through grade three as of June 2003. The dates for the program
will be Monday, June 23 through Friday, July 25, 2003. No classes will be
held on July 4, in celebration of the Independence Day holiday. A minimum
of twelve students is necessary to operate each class and the number of
students enrolled will determine the number of teachers employed. The cost
this year is $130.00 per class. Teacher salary will be calculated at the
present rate of $29.00 per hour plus benefits. Subsequent to the approval
by the Board, elementary principals will notify parents of this program.
All money and applications for these courses must be completed and submitted
to the attention of Dr. Marsha R. Hurda, Assistant Superintendent, by May
19, 2003. Classes that do not have a minimum of twelve enrolled by that
date will be cancelled. The Elementary Summer School Program will be fully
funded by tuition payments.
K. Administration recommends approval for the Elementary Summer School
Program to be offered at Royersford Elementary School. The focus will be on
a developmental and remedial reading program for students who have completed
kindergarten through grade three as of June 2003. The dates for the program
will be Monday, June 23 through Friday, July 25, 2003. (No classes will be
held on July 4, in celebration of the Independence Day holiday). A minimum
of twelve students is necessary to operate each class and the number of
students enrolled will determine the number of teachers employed. The cost
this year is $130.00 per class. Teacher salary will be calculated at the
present rate of $29.00 per hour plus benefits. Subsequent to the approval
by the Board, elementary principals will notify parents of this program.
All money and applications for these courses must be completed and submitted
to the attention of Dr. Marsha R. Hurda, Assistant Superintendent, by May
19, 2003. Classes that do not have a minimum of twelve enrolled by that
date will be cancelled. The Elementary Summer School Program will be fully
funded by tuition payments.
L. Administration recommends approval for the Fast ForWord 2003 Summer
Program from Monday, June 23 through Friday, July 25 (No classes will be
held on July 4, in celebration of the Independence Day holiday). The cost to
the student will be $130.00. Additional days for the teachers and the
instructional assistants would be needed for training and preparation before
the start of the program and for completion of the reports after the
program. These costs will be paid for out of the General Curriculum Budget
not to exceed $5000.00.
M. Administration recommends the following personnel for the Fast ForWord
2003 Program:
· 1 teacher at the rate of $29.00 per hour for five hours per day from
6/20/03 to 7/30/03 for a total cost of $ $4205.00 plus benefits
· 1 Instructional assistant at the rate of $12.35 per hour for four and one
half hours per day from 6/20/03 to 7/30/03 for a cost of $1612.00 plus
benefits
N. Administration recommends approval for the SFASD to enter into an
agreement with Montgomery County Community College to offer an after- school
foreign language program. The district would provide MCCC classroom space
in each elementary school and the Intermediate school in order to conduct
after-school foreign language classes to students in grades K-6, beginning
with the 2003-2004 school year.
PSBA REPORT ...................JOHN S. GRISPON
VIII. CONFERENCE/WORKSHOP RECOMMENDATIONS
The following individuals are recommended for attendance at the following
conferences/workshops:
CODE: 580 Account: Conference/Training, registration, food,
and accommodations
DISTRICT OFFICE
A. John S. Grispon, Board Member and Dr. Genevieve D. Coale, Superintendent
of Schools, to attend the "Pennsylvania School Board Association Region 11
Dinner" at Williamson's Restaurant on Wednesday, May 7, 2003. The total
cost of the conference is $70.00 from the 580 account.
B John S. Grispon, Board Member and Dr. Genevieve D. Coale, Superintendent
of Schools to attend the "Legislative Breakfast" at the William Penn Inn,
Gwynedd, PA on Thursday, May 22, 2002. The total cost of the conference is
$50.00 from the 580 account.
C. Dr. Leticia M. Rodriguez, Director of Human Resources, to attend the
"Pennsylvania Department of Education Certification Update" at the
Montgomery County Intermediate Unit on Wednesday, June 4, 2003. This
workshop will review the latest updates in the areas of teacher
certification and the Act 48 credits. The total cost of the conference is
$70.00 from the 580 account.
D. Dolores Furlan, Supervisor of Special Education, to attend the "31st
Annual Education Law Conference" at Leigh University on Friday, May 9, 2003.
The focus of this conference is to educate the attendees on the impact of
the No Child Left Behind Act on Special Education and to provide turn-around
training to Special Education Personnel. The total cost of the conference
is $150.00 from the 580 account.
E. Dr. Lucille F. Candeloro, Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction, to
attend the "2003 PSSA Reading Rangefinding Meeting" in State College, PA on
Wednesday, May 7, 2003 through Friday, May 9, 2003. Dr. Candeloro is one of
the states' Reading Assessment Advisory Committee (RAAC) members invited to
participate in this meeting. Selected RAAC members review a random sampling
of students' responses to the 2003 PSSA and identify examples of students'
proficiency levels. There is no cost to the district.
F. Gloria Moyer and Loretta Bitterman, Coordinators of Transportation, to
attend the "Pupil's Transportation Association of Pennsylvania Annual
Conference" in State College, PA from Tuesday, June 24, 2003 through Friday,
June 27, 2003. This conference will feature a speaker from "911" as well as
address the dedication and commitment needed for the safety and well being
of the students and the teamwork needed to make it happen. The total cost
of the conference is $1,003.00 from the 580 account.
G. Pat Nugent, Principal, Jeff Kollar and William Shirk, Assistant
Principals, and Melissa Patschke, Principal of Upper Providence and Interim
Principal of Brooke, and Mark Moyer, Principal of Oaks, to attend the
"Montgomery County Principals and Supervisors Association Annual Secretaries
' Recognition Dinner" at the William Penn Inn in Gwynedd, PA on Wednesday,
April 23, 2003. The total cost of the conference is $171.00 from the 580
account.
HIGH SCHOOL
H. Deborah Longwell, ESL teacher at the High School and Middle School, to
attend "Teaching ESL: Strategies and Methods - A Workshop for ESL
Professionals" at the MCIU in Norristown, PA on Thursday, June 5, 2003.
This seminar will give Deborah the opportunity to network with other ESL
teachers and acquire ideas which could be beneficial to her students as well
as the district's ESL program. The only cost to the district is $18.00 for
mileage and $125.00 for a substitute for a total of $143.00 to be paid from
the Title III ESL Grant.
I. Deborah Longwell, ESL teacher at the High School and Middle School, to
attend "ESL Materials Fair" at the MCIU in Norristown, PA on Monday, April
28, 2003. This conference will put Deborah in touch with more than 15
publishers and distributors displaying their products and presenting
workshops on new and interesting materials and ideas for ESL students in
grades k-6. The only cost to the district is $28.00 for mileage and meals
and $125.00 for a substitute for a total of $153.00 to be paid from the
Title III ESL Grant.
J. Arminty Brewer, a teacher at the high school, to attend "The Fourteenth
Annual SAP SWAP - Understanding and Modifying Addictive Behaviors" at
Eagleville Hospital on Tuesday, April 29, 2003. This program is courtesy of
Eagleville Hospital, The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, Safe and Drug
Free Communities/Act 211 Advisory Council and the Pennsylvania Masonic
Foundation for Children. This conference will update and explain the latest
drugs and uses as well as understanding and modifying addictive behaviors.
There is no cost for the conference other than $125.00 for a substitute
which will be paid from the Safe and Drug Free Schools Grant.
K. Katie Davis, a teacher at the high school, to attend "The Fourteenth
Annual SAP SWAP - Understanding and Modifying Addictive Behaviors" at
Eagleville Hospital on Tuesday, April 29, 2003. This program is courtesy of
Eagleville Hospital, The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, Safe and Drug
Free Communities/Act 211 Advisory Council and the Pennsylvania Masonic
Foundation for Children. This conference will update and explain the latest
drugs and uses as well as understanding and modifying addictive behaviors.
There is no cost for the conference other than $125.00 for a substitute
which will be paid from the Safe and Drug Free Schools Grant.
L. Paula Love, a teacher at the high school, to attend "The Fourteenth
Annual SAP SWAP - Understanding and Modifying Addictive Behaviors" at
Eagleville Hospital on Tuesday, April 29, 2003. This program is courtesy of
Eagleville Hospital, The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, Safe and Drug
Free Communities/Act 211 Advisory Council and the Pennsylvania Masonic
Foundation for Children. This conference will update and explain the latest
drugs and uses as well as understanding and modifying addictive behaviors.
There is no cost for the conference other than $125.00 for a substitute
which will be paid from the Safe and Drug Free Schools Grant.
M. Brad Murless, guidance counselor at the High School, to attend
"The Fourteenth Annual SAP SWAP - Understanding and Modifying Addictive
Behaviors" at Eagleville Hospital on Tuesday, April 29, 2003. This program
is courtesy of Eagleville Hospital, The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit,
Safe and Drug Free Communities/Act 211 Advisory Council and the Pennsylvania
Masonic Foundation for Children. This conference will update and explain
the latest drugs and uses as well as understanding and modifying addictive
behaviors. There is no cost for the conference. No substitute is needed.
N. Gary Rhodenbaugh, a teacher at the High School, to attend "The Fourteenth
Annual SAP SWAP - Understanding and Modifying Addictive Behaviors" at
Eagleville Hospital on Tuesday, April 29, 2003. This program is courtesy of
Eagleville Hospital, The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, Safe and Drug
Free Communities/Act 211 Advisory Council and the Pennsylvania Masonic
Foundation for Children. This conference will update and explain the latest
drugs and uses as well as understanding and modifying addictive behaviors.
There is no cost for the conference other than $125.00 for a substitute
which will be paid from the Safe and Drug Free Schools Grant.
O. Sherri Shaner, a teacher at the High School, to attend "The Fourteenth
Annual SAP SWAP - Understanding and Modifying Addictive Behaviors" at
Eagleville Hospital on Tuesday, April 29, 2003. This program is courtesy of
Eagleville Hospital, The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, Safe and Drug
Free Communities/Act 211 Advisory Council and the Pennsylvania Masonic
Foundation for Children. This conference will update and explain the latest
drugs and uses as well as understanding and modifying addictive behaviors.
There is no cost for the conference other than $125.00 for a substitute
which will be paid from the Safe and Drug Free Schools Grant.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
P. Mindy Klunk, a teacher at the middle school, to attend "The Fourteenth
Annual SAP SWAP - Understanding and Modifying Addictive Behaviors" at
Eagleville Hospital on Tuesday, April 29, 2003. This program is courtesy of
Eagleville Hospital, The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, Safe and Drug
Free Communities/Act 211 Advisory Council and the Pennsylvania Masonic
Foundation for Children. This conference will update and explain the latest
drugs and uses as well as understanding and modifying addictive behaviors.
There is no cost for the conference other than $125.00 for a substitute
which will be paid from the Safe and Drug Free Schools Grant.
Q. Jean Taddeo, a teacher at the middle school, to attend "The Fourteenth
Annual SAP SWAP - Understanding and Modifying Addictive Behaviors" at
Eagleville Hospital on Tuesday, April 29, 2003. This program is courtesy of
Eagleville Hospital, The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, Safe and Drug
Free Communities/Act 211 Advisory Council and the Pennsylvania Masonic
Foundation for Children. This conference will update and explain the latest
drugs and uses as well as understanding and modifying addictive behaviors.
There is no cost for the conference other than $125.00 for a substitute
which will be paid from the Safe and Drug Free Schools Grant.
R. Elizabeth Comport, a teacher at the middle school, to attend "The
Fourteenth Annual SAP SWAP - Understanding and Modifying Addictive
Behaviors" at Eagleville Hospital on Tuesday, April 29, 2003. This program
is courtesy of Eagleville Hospital, The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit,
Safe and Drug Free Communities/Act 211 Advisory Council and the Pennsylvania
Masonic Foundation for Children. This conference will update and explain
the latest drugs and uses as well as understanding and modifying addictive
behaviors. There is no cost for the conference other than $125.00 for a
substitute which will be paid from the Safe and Drug Free Schools Grant.
ROYERSFORD
S. Robyn Kruger, ESL teacher for grades K-6, to attend "ESL in the Content
Areas" at the MCIU in Norristown, PA on Friday, May 9, 2003. Robyn has been
asked by the ESL auditor to be a presenter at this conference. Robyn will
be presenting strategies used in Spring-Ford to content area teachers
throughout the region. There is no cost to the district for this
conference. No substitute is needed.
T. Robyn Kruger, ESL teacher for grades K-6, to attend "ESL
Materials Fair" at the MCIU in Norristown, PA on Monday, April 28, 2003.
This conference will put Robyn in touch with more than 15 publishers and
distributors displaying their products and presenting workshops on new and
interesting materials and ideas for ESL students in grades k-6. There is no
cost to the district for this conference. No substitute is needed.
U. Robyn Kruger, ESL teacher for grades K-6, to attend "Teaching ESL:
Strategies and Methods - A Workshop for ESL Professionals" at the MCIU in
Norristown, PA on Thursday, June 5, 2003. This seminar will give Robyn the
opportunity to network with other ESL teachers and acquire ideas which could
be beneficial to her students as well as the district's ESL program. There
is not cost to the district for this conference. No substitute is needed.
SPRING CITY
V. Constance C. Dolente, School Nurse at Spring City Elementary School, to
attend a seminar on Diabetes, A National Epidemic, King of Prussia, PA on
May 29, 2003. The total cost of the seminar is $97.00 from the 580 account.
BECHTEL MAINTENANCE BLDG.
W. Kenneth Rhodenbaugh, Carpenter for the School District, to attend a
seminar at the Sargent Technical Training Seminar, New Haven, Conn. on May
12 & 13 2003. The total cost of the seminar is $125 from the 580 account,
which includes travel time.
IX. OTHER BUSINESS
A. The following policies are submitted as a second reading for approval at
the board meeting:
1. Policy #804 - School Day
2. Policy #807 - Opening Exercise/Flag Display
B. Administration recommends approval of Resolution 2003-6 commending Emily
Christy, Spring-Ford Area School District Senior High School freshman
swimmer for winning a gold medal in the PIAA District One Championship.
C. Administration recommends approval of Resolution 2003-7 commending the
Spring-Ford Area School District Senior High School cheerleaders, coach, and
assistant coach for winning first place at the West Chester Henderson
Cheerleading Invitational.
X. INFORMATION ITEMS
A. The following policy is submitted as an information item:
1. Policy #217 - Graduation Requirements
XI. SOLICITOR'S REPORT
XII. PUBLIC COMMENT
XIII. ADJOURNMENT