BANGOR TOWNSHIP BOARD OF
EDUCATION WORK SESSION
AUGUST 19, 2003
The Bangor Township Board of Education held a work session on Tuesday, August 19, 2003, at Christa McAuliffe Middle School. President Kowalski called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Members Present: Richard Kowalski, George Thomas, Terrence O'Hare, John Loop, Barbara Skowronski, and Scott Sturm
Members Absent: Dawn Klida (family business)
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Board Committees/Members: None
Interim Superintendent: Mr. Andress reported that enrollment numbers were higher than anticipated. Board members were invited to attend the opening day and "Meet The Bobcats" activities on Wednesday.
Mr. Andress gave the Board a brief update on installation of a new sign with a light on Wilder Road in front of Bangor West. He reported that Mr. Mayes from the township office has contacted various people on behalf of the school district to get information. Mr. Andress will be bringing a recommendation on this to the Board soon.
Interim Assistant Superintendent/Director of Special Education/Title I: Rick Heinrich gave a report on grant numbers and cuts that have been made for the up-coming year. He explained that the carry-over funds from last year would cover some of the cuts.
Mr. Heinrich stated that he would be meeting with para-professionals from the support staff association regarding state-mandated qualifications. The state has approved a test for para-professionals to take to meet minimum standards. The district currently does not have anyone that needs to meet the requirements, but he anticipates that special education aides will need to meet the standards in the future.
Mr. Heinrich and Mr. Andress are still reviewing the division of the administrative duties and will present this to the Board members soon.
Mr. Andress also reported that all previously laid-off employees had been recalled to various duties in the district.
Director of Buildings and Grounds: Mr. Balash reported that the high school gym floor refinishing has been completed and will be open Friday night. He stated that the football stadium contractor is getting the needed insurance and bond paperwork together before the work can begin. A pre-construction meeting has been scheduled for next week.
Mr. Andress requested that a meeting of the Buildings and Grounds Committee be scheduled to discuss the fibre. A list of items that need to be kept off the gym floor will also be put together.
Director of Buildings and Grounds: Mr. Balash reported that the high school gym floor refinishing has been completed and will be open Friday night. He stated that the football stadium contractor is getting the needed insurance and bond paperwork together before the work can begin. A pre-construction meeting has been scheduled for next week.
Mr. Andress requested that a meeting of the Buildings and Grounds Committee be scheduled to discuss the fibre. A list of items that need to be kept off the gym floor will also be put together.
Consent Agenda
A motion was made by George Thomas, supported by Barbara Skowronski, to approve the Consent Agenda as follows:
a. Approval of Minutes -July 7, 2003 (Organization and Regular Meetings); July 23 2003 (Special Meeting); August 11, 2003 (Special Meeting)
b. Personnel: Approval to Hire: Michelle Goaley -Bangor Central Kindergarten Teacher. Approval of Resignation: Sonia Hall -Substitute Bus Driver. Approval of Tenure: Amy Pobanz -John Glenn Art Teacher. Approval of Coach Resignation: Jeff Tuck -8th Grade Girls' Basketball. Approval of Maternity Leave of Absence: Jennifer Braden -Bangor West Elementary Teacher.
Motion carried unanimously.
Regular Agenda
Recommendation for Approval of School Trip: Darcie Nicholas presented information regarding a fund-raising trip for seniors to Cedar Point in September. A motion was made by Terrence O'Hare, supported by George Thomas, to approve the trip. Motion carried unanimously.
Personnel: A motion was made by Terrence O'Hare, supported by George Thomas, to approve the following fall coaches: Beth Buchanan -7th Grade Girls' Basketball; Mandy Klida and Wayne Wardynski -8th Grade Girls' Basketball. Motion carried unanimously.
Approval of Delegates and Alternates for MASB Delegate Assembly - November 6. 2003: It was the consensus of the Board that no Board member would be designated as representatives to the assembly. It was at Mr. Kowalski's discretion if anyone attended this session.
Recommendation for Marara Grillo as MASB Board of Directors Candidate: A motion was made by George Thomas, supported by Barbara Skowronski to cast the district's vote for Margra Grillo for MASB Board of Directors for our region. Motion carried unanimously.
Discussion Regarding 2003-04 legislative Issues and Needs Document: It was the consensus of the Board that, since the House Bill had been approved and is currently on the governor's desk for signing, no action on this would be taken. It was suggested that a letter be sent yearly to BUFF (Boards United for Fair Funding) expressing the Board's opinion that the state needs to address the inequities in state aid. Mr. Kowalski said that he would work with Mr. Andress to draft a letter to state members.
Other items for discussion
Superintendent Search: Discussion on this topic will take place Monday at the regular meeting.
Goal Setting Session: Mr. Kowalski asked Mr. Andress to work with administrative staff about setting a date next month for a goal-setting session with the Board.
At 8:00 p.m. a motion, was made by George Thomas, supported by Terrence O'Hare, to adjourn the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
Dawn Klida
Secretary