SPRING-FORD AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT - 09-22-03 - agenda
Dirty Sanchez
Collegeville, PA 19426
BOARD MEETING
Monday, September 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. INTRODUCTION
A. Dr. Coale to introduce Judy Kuhns, the recently hired technology
integration specialist.
III. PRESENTATION
A. Bern Pettit to present the Sportsmanship Award and banner to Pat Nugent,
Spring-Ford Senior High School principal, and Mickey McDaniel, athletic
director. Spring-Ford Senior High School has won the honor for the 5th
straight year.
B. John Schlosberg, president of Karl and Associates, to make a presentation
regarding review of the buildings.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. The administration recommends approval of the August 14th special meeting
minutes.
B. The administration recommends approval of the August 18th work session
minutes.
C. The administration recommends approval of the August 25th board meeting
minutes.
V. PERSONNEL
The individual(s) listed below have completed three years of satisfactory
service as temporary professional employee(s) and are, therefore, entitled
to tenure status. The Public School Code requires that a record of this
accomplishment be incorporated in the Minutes of this Board of School
Directors. Board officers are asked to authorize the execution and
presenting of a professional employee contract to:
June McGrath Elementary Education
Administration recommends approval of the following resignations, with
regret:
1. Agnes Bolyn, Special Education Teacher at the Intermediate School,
effective tentatively November 10, 2003.
2. Joanne DeMeno, Ramoirs Club at the High School, effective September 2,
2003.
3. Michele Dufour, Playground Assistant at Brooke Elementary School,
effective September 12, 2003.
4. Karen D'Orazio, Head Cheerleading Coach, effective September 2, 2003.
Administration recommends approval for the following Leave of Absences:
1. Joann Drewicz, 1st Grade teacher at Royersford Elementary School for a
Family Leave of Absence, effective tentatively October 10, 2003 through the
remaining eligible balance of FMLA leave for the 2003/2004 school year.
2. Susan J. Merrill, Gifted Support Teacher at the Highs School for a
Maternity/Childrearing Leave of Absence, effective tentatively October 20,
2003 for the balance of the 2003/2004 school year.
3. Jennifer Moyer, LA/Social Studies Teacher at the Intermediate School for
a Maternity/Childrearing Leave of Absence, effective tentatively November 7,
2003 for the balance of the 2003/2004 school year.
4. Cindy Hane, Instructional Assistant for Technology at Limerick Elementary
School for a Family & Medical Leave of Absence, effective August 20, 2003 to
September 10, 2003.
5. George J. Vermuth, Jr. Instructional Assistant for Technology at the High
School for an Uncompensated Leave of Absence, effective August 20, 2003
through December 31, 2003.
Administration recommends approval of Cheryl Rabinowitz, Phoenixville, PA as
a Professional Employee for the Gifted Support Teacher at the Middle School
replacing Virginia Farrington who retired. Ms. Rabinowitz is a graduate of
College of New Jersey with Master's Degree and certification in Elementary
Education and Reading Specialist. Compensation will be set at $43,100, MS +
18, Step 3, prorated with benefits as per the Collective Bargaining
Agreement, effective date to be determined.
Joelle L. Maguire, Pottstown, PA, for the Health & Physical Education at the
High School replacing Patricia Morris who resigned. Ms. Maguire is a
graduate of West Chester University with certification in Health & Physical
Education. Ms. Maguire was employed as the .5 Health & Physical Education
Teacher. Compensation will be set at $35,500 BS, Step 1, prorated, with
benefits as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, effective retroactive
to September 9, 2003.
Administration recommends approval of Nancy Quain, Royersford, PA, as a
Long-Term Substitute for the .6 School Psychologist position at Spring City
Elementary School replacing Kristine Raichle who is on a Childrearing Leave
of Absence for the 2003/2004 school year. Ms. Quain is a graduate of Wake
Forest University with certification as a School Psychologist. Compensation
will be set at $22,920, MS, Step 1, prorated, for the .6 position with
benefits as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, effective retroactive
to September 17, 2003.
Administration recommends approval of Donna A. Sullivan, Collegeville, PA,
as a Long-Term Substitute for the .4 Elementary School Counselor position at
Spring City Elementary School replacing Kristine Raichle who is on a
Childrearing Leave of Absence for the 2003/2004 school year. Ms. Sullivan is
a graduate of Immaculata University with certification as an Elementary
School Counselor. Compensation will be set at $15,280, MS, Step 1,
prorated, for the .4 position with benefits as per the Collective Bargaining
Agreement, effective retroactive to September 10, 2003.
Administration recommends approval of the following support staff:
1. Alexandra Carrasco, Royersford, PA, for the new Instructional Assistant
at the High School. Compensation will be set at $12.70 an hour plus $.25 an
hour for degree for a total of $12.95 an hour with benefits as per the
Assistants' Plan, effective retroactive to August 20, 2003.
2. Janelle Rafferty, Schwenksville, PA, for the New Playground Assistant
position at Upper Providence Elementary School. Compensation will be set at
$10.30 an hour without benefits as per the Assistants' Plan, effective
September 23, 2003.
3. Christine Schoch, Limerick, PA, for the Playground Assistant position
replacing Terry McGuiness who accepted an Instructional Assistant position
at the High School. Compensation will be set at $10.30 an hour without
benefits as per the Assistants' Plan, effective September 23, 2003.
4. Karen Wilson, Royersford, PA, for the Playground Assistant position
replacing Michele DuFour who resigned. Compensation will be set at $10.30
an hour without benefits as per the Assistants' Plan, effective September
23, 2003.
Administration recommends approval of the following independent contract(s):
1. Franklin Institute, Philadelphia, PA, to present assemblies In connection
with Life in Space, Electricity, Hot & Cold, and Chemistry at the
Intermediate School. The cost will be $630 per show for 4 shows for a total
cost not to exceed $2520 and will be in effect from September 3, 2003 until
March 2004. Funding will be from the Intermediate School Home & School
Association.
2. Great Valley Nature Center, DeVault, PA, to present Outreach Programs for
Science and Social Studies Programs at Limerick Elementary School. The
total cost will not exceed $300 and will be in effect from September 3, 2003
until June 10, 2004. Funding will be from the Limerick Home & School
Association.
3. Inter Act Story Theater, Silver Springs, MD, to present an assembly on
accepting responsibility. The total cost will not exceed $3872 and will be
in effect from March 1 until March 31, 2003. Funding will be Limerick,
Brooke, Royersford, Oaks, and Spring City Elementary Schools Home and School
Association.
4. Eric Paul, Phoenixville, PA, to present a 45 minute theme magic show with
regards to becoming hooked on books and reading at Spring City Elementary
School. The total cost will not exceed $250 and will be in effect on
November 19, 2003. Funding will be from the Spring City Building Budget.
5. Nick Gregory of Give and Take Jugglers, Philadelphia, PA, to present 4
30-minute assemblies in connection with School Wide Spirit and Picnic Day at
Upper Providence Elementary School. The total cost will not exceed $725 and
will be in effect on August 13, 2003. Funding will be from Pro Social
Skills.
6. Perfection on Wheels, LaJolla, CA, to present an assembly in conjunction
with the Red Ribbon Program for Drug & Alcohol. The cost of the program
will not exceed $900 and will be in effect on August 25, 2003 until December
31, 2003. Funding will be from the Intermediate School Home & School
Association.
7. Perkiomen Valley Watershed, Schwenksville, PA, to present an assembly
entitled "Winter Secrets Assembly," on January 22, 2003. The cost of the
program will not exceed $150. Funding will be from the Spring City Home &
School Association.
8. Ms. Claire Choutka, Limerick, PA, for provision of applied behavior
analysis support in the school setting for a special education student as
part of the IEP. Direct intervention services, consultation and training
will be provided to school staff not to exceed eight (8) hours a month
between 8/15/03 and 6/30/04 at one hundred dollars ($100.00) an hour. The
total contract will not exceed a total of seven thousand two hundred dollars
($7,200). Funding will be paid through Federal IDEA Funds.
9. American Red Cross for CPR and First Aid Training and initial
Certification for 63 instructional assistants on Tuesday, October 14, 2003.
The cost of the training is $65.00 per attendee. The contract shall not
exceed $4,095.00. Cost of the training is to be paid through ACCESS Funds.
10. American Red Cross for CPR and First Aid Training and recertification
for 48 instructional assistants. The cost of the training is $50.00 per
attendee. The contract shall not exceed $2,400.00. Cost of the training is
to be paid through ACCESS Funds.
Administration recommends approval of the following
extra-curricular/supplemental contract(s) for the High School:
1. Patrick Connors Fitness Room $526, LB
2. Brian M. Philipanics SH Football Volunteer $1.00 (Code 1)
Administration recommends approval of the following
extra-curricular/supplemental contract(s) for the Middle School:
1. Douglas Landis 8/9th Gr. Wrestling Coach $3,668, D
2. Laurie Exeter Detention Duty $1404.50, E 1/2
3. William Racich Cross County Head Coach $1715, H
4. Jennifer Hannis 7/8th Gr. Asst. Track Coach $1,450, I
5. Jennifer Hannis 7/8 Gr. Asst. Soccer Coach Girls' $1,450, I
6. Todd Bowers WSFR Radio Club $1,140, J
7. Angie Cremins Math Counts Sponsor $428, K1/2
8. William Racich Wrestling Intramural $526, L-B
9. William Racich Intramural Track $312, L-C
10. William Racich Volleyball Intramural $312, L-C
11. William Racich Fitness Training Session 1 $312, L-C
12. William Racich Fitness Training Session 2 $312, L-C
13. William Racich Fitness Training Session 3 $312, L-C
14. Kathryn Kruemmling Fall Girls' Basketball $312, L-C
15. Jason Corropolese Fall Boys' Basketball Intramural $312, L-C
16. Alyssa Kutz Arboretum Club $312, L-C
17. Rachel Custer Computer Club, 2nd M. P. $312, L-C
18. Rachel Custer Computer Club, 3rd M. P. $312, L-C
19. Rachel Custer Computer Club, 4th M. P. $312, L-C
20. Helen Hiles Writing Club $312, L-C
21. Rachel Custer Magazine Club $312, L-C
22. Craig Kehl 8/9th Gr. Scorekeeper-Football $26/Hr, N
Administration recommends approval of the following
extra-curricular/supplemental contract(s) for the Intermediate School:
1. Megan Seip Softball Intramurals $312, LC
2. Stephanie Hahn Softball Intramurals $312, LC
Administration recommends approval of the following Professional
substitutes:
1. Michele L. Alexander, Audubon, PA, Elementary Education K-6 from
Shippensburg University.
2. Lisa M. Bealer, Boyertown, PA, Elementary Education and Early Childhood,
Shippensburg University.
3. Rebecca L. Hasselman, Pottstown, PA, Elementary Education K-6,
Elizabethtown College.
4. Lindsey T. Leavitt, Norristown, PA, Elementary Education K-6, Brigham
Young University.
5. Philena M. Myers, Collegeville, PA, Business, Computers Information
Technology K-12, Gwynedd-Mercy College.
6. C. Michele Poruban, Pottstown, PA, Guidance Counselor, Elementary and
Secondary and Biology from West Chester University.
7. Geri L. Schumacher, Glenside, PA, Elementary Education K-6 from Drexel
University.
8. Karen Simon, Royersford, PA, Elementary Education K-6 from Chestnut Hill
College.
9. Darren M. Thompson, Jeffersonville, PA, Elementary Education K-6,
Mathematics 7-12, & Social Studies from Cabrini College.
10. Kimberly A. Warburton, Oaks, PA, Elementary Education K-6 from Cabrini
College.
N. Administration recommends approval of the following Support Staff
substitutes:
1. James F. Brobst, Spring City, PA, Custodian/Maintenance.
2. Dorothy M. McNellis, Royersford, PA, Office/Clerical.
3. Lisa M. McCague, Collegeville, PA, Office/Clerical,
Instructional/Clerical Asst., Playground Asst./Lunchroom Asst.
4. Leah A. Quay, Boyertown, PA, Instructional Assistant.
5. Janelle Rafferty, Schwenksville, PA, Playground Asst.
6. Rick Reehle, Green Lane, PA, Instructional Assistant for Technology.
7. Christine Schoch, Limerick, PA, Playground Asst.
8. Karen Wilson, Royersford, PA, Playground Asst.
VI. FINANCE
A. Administration recommends approval of payment for the following
invoices for the month of SEPTEMBER, in connection with the SERIES G.O.B.
2000:
1. INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL/MIDDLE SCHOOL PROJECT
Mario D'Orsaneo Fabric/Install 2 Stands/Chillers $ 700.00
Mario D'Orsaneo Fabric/Install Supports/Stands $ 3,560.00
Reading Foundry (1) Relief Valve $ 415.00
Power & Communication Data, Phone Catv Cabling $ 39,549.57
U.S. Engineering Soil Testing & Inspection $ 2,873.48
*DLR Group Professional Services $ 33,750.00
*R.M. Shoemaker Co Applic. #21-General Contractor $ 805,545.00
TOTAL $ 886,393.05
2. UPPER PROVIDENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Calico Small Kitchen Equipment $ 19,125.21
Todd Devin Equip. Small Kitchen Equipment $ 1,642.50
Fox Rothschild LLP Professional Services $ 89.00
P.E.M.CO. 2 Student Chairs $ 64.80
Nicholas Pipino Inc. 42 Wilson A/V Carts $ 2,453.64
School Health Vision Screener & Audiometer $ 2,351.35
Singer Equipment Co Groen Steamer $ 8,242.66
Spring-Ford Sch. Dist Reimburse Benefits $ 15,384.30
Star Audio Visual 35 Overhead Projectors $ 8,531.25
Tri-State Rest. Equip Blodgett Convection Oven $ 7,798.00
Trophies-N-More Signage (Name Signs) $ 422.85
U.S. Engineering Soil Testing & Inspection $ 957.83
*Brodart Co. Laminator Stand $ 271.50
*DLR Group Professional Services $ 1,475.00
*Eckadams Task Chair (Dr. Wurtz) $ 511.80
*Nystrom/HerffJones Classroom Maps & Globes $ 15,545.00
*R.M. Shoemaker Applic. #19-General Contractor $ 362,414.00
TOTAL $ 447,280.69
*NEW BUSINESS
B. Administration recommends approval of payment for the following
invoices for the month of SEPTEMBER, in connection with the SERIES G.O.B.
2002:
WINNIES PROJECT
*Burish Assoc. Inc. Professional Services $ 495.39
*DLR Group Professional Services $ 37,500.00
TOTAL $ 37,995.39
C. Administration recommends approval of payment for the following
invoices for the month of SEPTEMBER, in connection with the SERIES G.O.B.
2003:
MIDDLE SCHOOL PROJECT
Fox Rothschild LLP Professional Services $ 128.00
*Altchem Enviromen. Applic. #2-Asbestos Abatement $ 5,143.50
TOTAL $ 5,271.50
*NEW BUSINESS
D. Administration recommends approval of payment for the following
invoices for the month of SEPTEMBER, in connection with the CAPITAL RESERVE
ACCOUNT – Fund 22:
Evaluation of Land Parcels
Fox Rothschild LLP Professional Services (2 Inv.) $ 405.00
TOTAL $ 405.00
Phase II – Design Athletic Fields
Fox Rothschild LLP Professional Services $ 1,550.00
TOTAL $ 1,550.00
E. The Board recommends approval of the following exonerations from the per
capita tax for 2003-2003:
Limerick Township No.
Royersford Borough No.
Spring City Borough No.
Upper Providence Township No.
F. The Board recommends approval of the following additions/deletions from
the per capita tax for 2003-2003:
Limerick Township Deletions No.
Royersford Borough Deletions No.
Spring City Borough Additions No.
Spring City Borough Deletions No.
Upper Providence Township Additions No.
G. Administration recommends approval of the Cafeteria Listing of
Bills:
Checks #4706-4757 $147,912.66
H. The following Treasurers' Reports are submitted for your approval:
Treasurer's Report – August 31, 2003
Money Market – August 31, 2003
Nataturium Fund – August 31, 2003
Checking Accounts – August 31, 2003
Payroll Account – August 31, 2003
Athletic Fund – August 31, 2003
Investment Schedule – August 31, 2003
Note of 2000 – August 31, 2003
Note of 2002 – August 31, 2003
Note of 2003 – August 31, 2003
Capital Reserve Fund – August 31, 2003
Investments – August 2003
Spring-Ford High School Activity Account – August 31, 2003
Middle School Activity Account – August 31, 2003
General Fund – August 31, 2003
Debt Service Account – August 31, 2003
General Fund – Tax Account – August 1, 2003
Revenue Budget Report – August 31, 2003
Summary Budget Report –
Check Register – August 31, 2003
Cafeteria M/M Account – August 31, 2003
Cafeteria Checking Account – August 31, 2003
I. The following reports are submitted for your information:
Cafeteria Savings Schedule
Cafeteria Investment Schedule
Cafeteria List of Bills
J. 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:
1. August
Check No. 93125-93184 $794,930.72
2. September
Check No. 93185-93421 $869,616.08
3. Check List Held for September Board Approval
Check No. 93422-93714 $550,769.02
4. Athletic Fund- August
Check No. 295133-295192 $27,151.54
K. The administration recommends board approval to accept the changes to the
Chester County School's Healthcare Affiliation agreement. Spring-Ford is a
member of the Chester County Healthcare Affiliation and has benefited with
lower rates compared to our Montgomery County consortium. The affiliation
meets monthly and members benefit by continuing reviewing health care plan
designs and recommendations. The group also has a healthcare consultant to
interpret the reports from Blue Cross and gives valuable assistances in
negotiating rate and reductions of the various fees from Blue Cross in order
to benefit the affiliation. Each year, Spring-Ford pays a fee to help
defray expenses for the affiliation. The fee has increased from $3,000 to
$6,000.
L. Board approval is recommended to actively pursue corrections to the
encroachment of property line. The 3 areas that have the encroachment are
the Oaks Elementary School, Middle School, and the Brooke Elementary School.
A surveyor will mark the property line in paint for the Brooke Elementary
School in order to ascertain how many properties are over the property line.
VII. PROPERTY
A. Administration is recommending approval of Bursich Associates Inc. to do
test pits to determine the peculation of the soil for the underground
detention basin at the Winnies Tract for a lump sum not-to-exceed $2,800.00.
B. Administration is recommending approval to award Horst Excavating,
Lancaster, PA contracts 1 & 2 for the High School fields for fields HS-3,
HS-4, HS-5, HS-6, HS-7 for a combined total of $669,912.78, which includes a
deduct of $10,610, pending solicitor's review. Payment will be from the
Capital Reserve Account.
C. Administration does NOT recommend approval of Contract 3, submitted by
Horst Excavating, Lancaster, PA for the Intermediate School Fields,
Intermediate 5 and 6 due to the footprint of the building in the amount of
$210,545.23 pending solicitor's review.
D. Administration recommends approval of Contract 4, with Horst Excavating,
Lancaster, PA for the Middle School Fields, MS 3, 4 and 5 in the amount
$107,785.13 pending solicitor's review. Payment will be from the Capital
Reserve Account.
E. Administration is recommending working with Royersford Borough to obtain
approval from PennDot to have flashing lights installed on Fifth Avenue by
Royersford Elementary School.
F. Change Order - Intermediate 5-7 Building
GC – 16
Administration is recommending approval to install wood gym flooring in-lieu
of VCT in the adaptive gym, two basketball backstops and wall padding for
all four walls for a total add of $62,042.
G. Change Order - Intermediate 5-7 Building
GC – 17
Administration is recommending approval to have a rubber sports floor
in-lieu of VCT in the auxiliary gym, basketball backstops and wall padding
for all four walls for a total add of $65,214.
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. Bernard Pettit, Board President, Martha Magee Block, Ed Cummins, John
Grispon, Ray Rocchio, Jr., Rick Schroeder, Janet Stokes, Board Members, Dr.
Genevieve D. Coale, Superintendent of Schools, Richard Cechak, President of
Spring-Ford Education Association and a Parent from the Home and School
Association to attend "Together Organized for Public Schools Leadership
Dinner" at the Radisson Valley Forge in King of Prussia, PA on Tuesday,
September 30, 2003. The total cost of the conference is $455.00 from the
580 account.
B. Bernard F. Pettit, Board President, and Dr. Genevieve D. Coale,
Superintendent of Schools, to attend "National School Boards Association
64th Annual Conference" in Orlando, FL from Thursday, March 26, 2004 through
Tuesday, March 30, 2004. The total cost of the conference is $5,400.00 from
the 580 account.
C. Dr. Leticia M. Rodriguez, Director of Human Resources, to attend
"Pennsylvania Association of School Personnel Administrators Conference" in
Harrisburg, PA on Thursday, November 20, 2003 and Friday, November 21, 2003.
The total cost of the conference is $695.00 from the 580 account.
D. Dolores Furlan and Joseph Krueger, Supervisors of Special Education, to
attend "Progress Monitoring in Special Education" at PaTTAN in King of
Prussia, PA on Thursday, November 20, 2003. The total cost of the
conference is $35.00 from the 580 account.
E. Dolores Furlan and Joseph Krueger, Supervisors of Special Education, to
attend "The New IDEA: What It Says and What It Means for States and
Schools" at PaTTAN in King of Prussia, PA on Wednesday, November 19, 2003.
The total cost of the conference is $15.00 from the 580 account.
F. Joseph Krueger and Dr. Ed Coombe, Supervisors of Special Education, to
attend "Eastern Pennsylvania Special Education Administrative Conference" at
Pocono Manor Inn in Pocono Manor, PA from Wednesday, October 22, 2003
through Friday, October 24, 2003. The total cost of the conference is
$216.00 from the 580 account.
G, Shirley A. Rhoads, Assistant Business Manager, to attend "A/CAPA Fall
Meeting" in Hershey, PA on Monday, October 20, 2003. This conference is a
review of source documents regarding child accounting, status report for
on-line system including frequently made errors, Act 80/Instructional
Summary and questions and answers pertaining to child accounting. The total
cost of the conference is $10.00 from the 580 account.
H. Dr. Leslie T. Morrill, Staff Development Specialist, to attend
"Administrators Technology Leadership Academy" at the Montgomery County
Intermediate Unit in Norristown, PA on Tuesday, October 21, 2003 and
Thursday, October 23, 2003. This conference will emphasize technology
leadership consistent with the Technology Standards for School
Administrators. The total cost of the conference is $670.00 from the 580
account.
I. Debbie Smith, Administrative Assistant, Child Accounting, District Office
to attend A/CAPA Fall Meeting in Hershey, PA, October 20, 2003. The total
cost from the 580 account will be $85.00.
HIGH SCHOOL
J. Larry Byers, Guidance Counselor, to attend "Over-Indulged Children/At
Risk Youth & Enabling Parents" at the Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown in
Philadelphia, PA on Thursday, October 16, 2003. This workshop will better
enable Larry to serve students with conduct disorder issues, their families,
and their teachers. Life Management skills will also be addressed during
this workshop. The total cost of the conference is $169.00 from the 580
Account. No substitute is needed.
K. Julie Deutermann, Home and School Visitor, and Shannon Dallahan, Guidance
Counselor at the Intermediate School, to attend "SAP – Fall Training" at
the MCIU in Norristown, PA on Tuesday, September 30th, Wednesday, October
1st,, Wednesday, October 8th and Thursday October 9th, 2003. This
Pennsylvania Department of Education training is mandated for any teacher
wishing to serve on the SAP Team and has been written into our school's Safe
& Drug Free Initiative Grant. The total cost of the conference is $650.00
from the Safe & Drug Free School's Initiative Grant. No substitute is
needed.
L. Chip Mulvany, Department Chair for Technology Education, to attend
"Technology Education Association of PA Conference" at the Penn Harris
Convention Center in Camp Hill, PA from Thursday, November 6th through
Saturday, November 8th, 2003. This conference will help Chip acquire
knowledge of the latest technology learning activities, assessment
techniques and resources. The total cost of the conference is $440.68 -
$270.68 from the 580 account and $170.00 from the substitute account.
M. Lisa Pupo, English Teacher, to attend "Mid Atlantic Region – Association
of Asian Studies 2003 Annual Conference: Mobile Global Asia" at George
Washington University in Washington, D.C. on Friday, October 24, 2003. Lisa
has been asked to be a presenter on Teaching Empires through Literature at
this year's conference. There is no cost for this conference other than a
substitute as all expenses are being paid by the Freeman Foundation.
Substitute costs to be paid by the district will be $85.00.
N. Judy Wambold, Department Chair for Foreign Language, to attend "American
Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages 2003 Annual Meeting and
Exposition" at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA on
Friday, November 21st, 2003. This conference will enable Judy to
participate in workshops concerning state and national foreign language
standards, she will also be able to make contacts with textbook publishers
which will be important since this a review year for our district. The
total cost of the conference is $253.40 - $168.40 from the 580 account and
$85.00 from the substitute account.
O. Elise Woland, Speech Therapist, Amanda DeMaria, Speech Therapist at
Brooke Elementary, and Nancy Saul, Speech Therapist at Limerick Elementary
to attend "Assistive Technology Core Team Training" at the MCIU in
Norristown, PA on Thursday, September 25th, Wednesday, October 15th, and
Wednesday, November 19th, 2003. This is mandated training. The total cost
of this conference is $892.80 - $137.80 from the 580 account and $755 from
the substitute account.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
P. Jane Ehnot, Health & Physical Education Teacher, to attend "Ideas,
Activities and Games to Expand, Enrich and Enhance Your P.E. Program" at the
Desmond Hotel in Malvern, PA on Thursday, October 23, 2003. This conference
will help Jane learn the tools, strategies and activities necessary to build
a high quality physical education program. The total cost of the conference
is $274.00 - $189.00 from the 580 account and $85.00 from the substitute
account.
Q. Paul Karwoski, Learning Support Teacher, to attend "Literacy and The
Young Adolescent Mind" at the Hilton Valley Forge in King of Prussia, PA on
Thursday, December 4th, 2003. This conference will help Paul find ways to
enable 7th and 8th grade learners become better readers. The total cost of
the conference is $275.00 - $175.00 from the 580 account and $100.00 from
the substitute account.
BROOKE
R. Barbara Monahan, 1st Grade Teacher, to attend "PA State First Grade
Teacher Convention" at the Marriott Harrisburg-Hershey in Harrisburg, PA on
Monday, December 8th and Tuesday, December 9th, 2003. This conference will
allow Barbara to gather new strategies to enrich the educational classroom
program by learning techniques based on the latest research. The total cost
of the conference is $626.00 - $426.00 from the 580 account and $200 from
the substitute account.
ROYERSFORD
S. Francine Caputo, psychologist, to attend the "Fall Conference of
International Dyslexia Association/Dyslexia: Taking a Closer Look" at the
Radisson Hotel in Trevose, PA on Friday, October 10, 2003. This conference
will allow Francine to improve skills with diagnosis and intervention for
Dyslexia. The total cost for this conference is $135.00 from the
Psychologist Account. No substitute is needed.
UPPER PROVIDENCE
T. Gina Lasky-Butterweck, Speech Therapist, to attend "AT Core Team Update"
at the MCIU in Norristown, PA on Friday, October 10, 2003, and Wednesday,
April 21, 2004. These workshops will allows assistive technology team
members to share, plan, and hear of updates on products, information and
training. The only cost to the district is for a substitute - $210.00 from
the substitute account.
IX. OTHER BUSINESS
A. The Administration recommends approval of the following annual reports of
income and expenses as required by Policy #229, Student Fund Raising:
1. Spring-Ford Athletic Booster Club
2. Spring-Ford Intermediate Home and School Association
3. Brooke Elementary Home & School Association
4. Limerick Elementary School Home and School League
5. Royersford Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
B. Administration recommends entering into an agreement with WordWork
Communications of West Point, PA for written communication services for an
hourly rate of $105 per hour at a total cost not to exceed $3,150.
X. NEW BUSINESS
PERSONNEL
A. Administration recommends approval of the resignation of Joelle Maguire,
.5 Health and Physical Education Teacher at the High School from her current
position to accept another position in the district, effective September 8,
2003.
B. Administration recommends approval of the resignation, with regret,
Elizabeth Lytle, Part-time Food Service Worker at the High School, effective
August 21, 2003.
C. Administration recommends approval of Joanne Drewicz, 1st grade teacher
at Royersford Elementary School for a Professional Development Leave of
Absence for the purpose of educational study, effective the second semester
of the 2003/2004 school year.
D. Administration recommends approval of Polly Patrono-Carlson, Social
Studies Teacher at the High School for a Maternity/Childrearing Leave of
Absence, effective tentatively November 24, 2003 through the end of the
2003/2004 school year.
E. Administration recommends approval of Jennifer Rinehimer, Chemistry
Teacher at the High School for a Maternity/Childrearing Leave of Absence,
effective tentatively December 23, 2003 through the end of the 2003/2004
school year.
F. Administration recommends approval of John A. Brennan, Royersford, PA,
for the Social Studies position at the High School replacing Tricia
Walsh-Coates who resigned. Mr. Brennan is a graduate of Lebanon Valley
College with certification in Social Studies. Compensation will be set at
$36,500, BS, Step 3, with benefits as per the Collective Bargaining
Agreement, effective date to be determined.
G. Administration recommends approval of the attached Job Description for
Home and School Visitor.
H. Administration recommends approval of the following
extra-curricular/supplemental contract(s) at the High School:
1. Brandie Moroskie Cheerleading Coach –Fall Head $2,120 , G
2. Patrick Connors Fitness Room – Supv. Fall $ 526, LB
3. Gary Rhodenbaugh Fitness Room – Supv., Winter $ 526, LB
4. Victoria Karalius Spanish Club Advisor $ 312, M
I. Administration recommends approval of the following
extra-curricular/supplemental contract(s) at the Middle School:
1. Marty Moore Athletic Event Supv. – Fall $ 858, H1/2
J. Administration recommends approval of the following
extra-curricular/supplemental contract(s) at the Intermediate School:
1. Kerry Mihalcik Fitness Club $312, - M
2. Linda Wilson Magazine Club $312, - M
K. Administration recommends approval of the following Professional
substitutes:
1. Kelly P. Clark, Phoenixville, PA, Elementary Education from Marywood
University.
2. Karen S. Murray, Limerick, PA, Elementary Education from Cabrini College.
L. Administration recommends approval of the following Support Staff
substitute(s):
1. Holly Bradley, Spring City, Instructional/Clerical Asst., Library Asst.,
Playground/Lunchroom Asst., and Office/Clerical Support.
CONFERENCE/WORKSHOP RECOMMENDATIONS
The following individuals are recommended for attendance at the following
conferences/workshops:
CODE: 580 Account: Conference/Training, registration, food,
and accommodations
A. Dr. Marsha R. Hurda, Assistant Superintendent, to attend "Privacy of
Health Information in a School Entity" in Grantville, PA on Tuesday,
September 30, 2003. The total cost of the conference is $214.00 from the
580 account.
B. Timothy C. Anspach, Business Manager, and Dr. Leticia M. Rodriguez,
Director of Human Resources, to attend "Privacy of Health Information in a
School Entity" in Malvern, PA on Thursday, October 9, 2003. The total cost
of the conference is $280.00 from the 580 account.
C. Jeffrey A. Kollar and William R. Shirk, Jr., Assistant Principals, to
attend "The Pennsylvania Association of Elementary and Secondary School
Principals Conference" in Camp Hill, PA on Monday, October 20, 2003 and
Tuesday, October 21, 2003. This conference will focus on school standards
and curriculum as well as safety, school environment and diversity. The
total cost of the conference is $828.00 from the 580 account.
OTHER BUSINESS
A. Administration recommends adoption of Resolution 2003-12 condemning two
separate parcels of ground in Limerick Township to hold, construct, improve,
maintain and operate a school and related facilities.
B. Administration recommends approval of the amendment to the Act 93 plan
for administrators.
XII. SOLICITOR'S REPORT
XIII. PUBLIC COMMENT
XIV. BUILDING REPORTS
XV. ADJOURNMENT