BANGOR TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION

                                                                              REGULAR MEETING

                                                                                   APRIL 26, 2004

 

The Bangor Township Board of Education held a regular meeting on Monday, April 26, 2004, at Bangor Edison School.  President Kowalski called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.

 

Members Present:      George Thomas, Dawn Klida, Barbara Skowronski, John Loop, and Scott Sturm

 

Members Absent:        Richard Kowalski (personal business) and Terrence O’Hare (school business)

expressions/communications from the public

 

Mrs. Smith reported that Diane Hurley had received the Teacher of the Year Award from Wal-Mart.

“stargram recipient” - kathy dansereau - cmms special education teacher

 

Mr. Andress recognized Kathy Dansereau as a recipient of the “Stargram” award.  The Stargram was written by Sandra Payne.

“fish” award - diane stoddard and john Glenn band

 

Mrs. Stoddard and students from the band were presented with a “Fish” Award by the Board of Education for their accomplishments.

student/staff recognition: honors level in accelerated reader: michael denison - Bangor Lincoln elementary

 

Mrs. Scheerhorn accepted Michael’s certificate of recognition in his absence. 

christa McAuliffe middle school presentation

 

Various reports were given by team members from the middle school.

presentation by Bangor north preschool staff

 

Members of the Bangor North Preschool staff gave a short presentation on the programs held in that building.

technology report

 

Patty Rutkiewicz introduced her Technology Department staff members and gave an update on the district’s current technology equipment and plans for upgrading in the future.  She will provide copies of the presentation to Board members in this week’s packet.

reports

 

Board Committees/Board Members:

Mr. Loop distributed copies of the ten-year plan that had been reviewed in a recent special meeting of the Board earlier this year. 

 

Interim Superintendent: Mr. Andress reported that the band had returned from their New York trip and had placed first in three areas.

 

Mr. Andress informed Board members that the ISD will be moving ahead with a plan sponsored by Dolly Parton that will provide books to children until they enter school.

 

Building Administrator Reports: Mr. Thomas thanked the administrators for the written reports they had submitted.

consent agenda

 

A motion was made by John Loop, supported by Barbara Skowronski, to approve the Consent Agenda as follows:

a.         Approval of Monthly Expenditures

Grand Total All Funds - $2,472,872.82

(Payroll portion equals: $1,472,108.04)

b.         Personnel: Approval of to Hire: Ann Moore - Bangor West At-Risk Aide.  Approval of Resignation: Daisy Roe - JGHS Spanish Teacher.  Approval of Coach: Matt Nemode - Cross Country.  Approval of Retirement: Jan Maillette - Bus Driver.

 

Mrs. Klida asked if the position at Bangor West was new.  Mr. Matuszewski explained that this position was being filled as a replacement for someone who had taken another position at Bangor North.

 

Motion carried unanimously.

regular agenda

 

Recommendation to Approve Amended 2003/04 Budget as Presented at April 21, 2004 Work Session: Mr. Andress explained that the amended budget has been presented at the work session by Mr. Lenar.  Mrs. Klida stated that she had not seen copies of the amended budget and asked if this item could be tabled.  Mr. Loop also asked if Mr. Lenar could provide copies of this information showing an impact.  Mr. Andress stated that he would get this information.

 

School Trip: Recommendation to Approve John Glenn High School Trip to Europe - June, 2004: Ruth Bonnell said that students had approached her about the trip.  She also reviewed the itinerary.  A motion was made by Dawn Klida, supported by Barbara Skowronski, to approve the recommendation.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

Recommendation for Approval of Schools of Choice Openings for 2004/05: Mr. Andress reviewed the process that was used to develop the number of openings for next year.  He is recommending that grades K-5 only be opened for “preferred” students.  These are students who have moved out of the district over the past year or siblings of current Schools of Choice students.  Mr. Andress also stated that there would be unlimited openings for grades 6-12. 

 

Mrs. Klida said that the Board was presented with information that listed Schools of Choice students and preferred.  She asked if the Board could get some similar information for this year.  Mr. Andress said he would get this information.

 

A motion was made by John Loop, supported by Scott Sturm, to approve this recommendation.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

Recommendation to Approve Extension Date for School Band Trip to Washington D.C. through June 1, 2004: A motion was made by Scott Sturm, supported by Dawn Klida, to approve the extension date for the band trip.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

Recommendation to Approve Bulletin #1 Fire Marshal Changes for District Bond Construction as Presented at April 21, 2004 Work Session: Don Hager was present to review the changes as presented at the work session. 

A motion was made by John Loop, supported by Scott Sturm, to approve the changes.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

Recommendation to Approve Letter of Understanding Approving BTESP Sick Day Donations: Mr. Andress reviewed this request by the BTESP Living Agreement Team to establish a sick day bank for members of that association to cover sick days for an individual who has a sick family member.  A motion was made by Dawn Klida, supported by Scott Sturm, to approve this recommendation.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

Recommendation to Approve Letter of Understanding with USW Local 7380 Regarding Transportation Dispatcher Schedule: Mike Andress explained a request by the bus drivers’ association to cut summer hours to more closely match the summer schedule as it was established.  The association has already approved this change.  A motion was made by Scott Sturm, supported by Barbara Skowronski, to approve this recommendation. 

 

Mrs. Klida asked if both Letters of Understanding had been reviewed.  Mr. Andress confirmed this.

 

Motion carried unanimously.
 

other items for discussion

 

None.