HAUPPAUGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT...United States on a topic of their choice. Lauren Mendez was one of 50 high school students to receive this recognition; her topic was college

February 26, 2013 Page 1 of 5

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION

HAUPPAUGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

TOWNS OF SMITHTOWN AND ISLIP, SUFFOLK COUNTY,

NEW YORK, HELD

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

Members Present: Mrs. Geri Richter, President; Mrs. Eileen Mass, Vice President; Mrs. Susan

Hodosky; Mrs. Pat Lesser; Mrs. Ann Macaluso; Mr. Robert Schnebel and Mrs.

Ginger Todaro

Members Absent: None

Others Present: Mrs. Patricia Sullivan-Kriss, Superintendent of Schools; Mr. James Stucchio,

Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations; Mrs. Michele Rothfeld,

Assistant Superintendent for Personnel and Administration; Mr. Glen

Eschbach, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and

Technology; Mr. Warren Richmond, Attorney and Mrs. Kathy Bottner, Clerk

1. CALLING OF THE MEETING: The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by President Richter.

2. EXECUTIVE SESSION: At 7:05 p.m. a motion was made by Mrs. Lesser, seconded by Mr.

Schnebel to enter into Executive Session to discuss 3 matters of employment history of a particular

person, 2 collective bargaining matters, one matter regarding several students and one appointment

of a particular person. Motion carried by a vote of 7-0.

The regular meeting reconvened at 8:05 p.m.

3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG

4. ADOPTION OF MINUTES: February 12, 2013

A motion to accept minutes of February 12, 2013 as written was made by Mrs. Lesser, seconded by

Mrs. Todaro. No discussion. Motion carried by a vote of 7-0.

5. RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS:

A. “Dear Mr. President” Essay Contest Semi-Finalist - Lauren Mendez

Doreen Gordon, Director of Social Studies and Business described the Social Studies

competition conducted by Rand McNally. Students in Mrs. Barry’s eleventh grade US

History and Government classes were asked to submit a persuasive letter to the President of

United States on a topic of their choice. Lauren Mendez was one of 50 high school students

to receive this recognition; her topic was college affordability.

6. PRESENTATIONS:

A. Budget Overview

Mrs. Kriss introduced the proposed 2013/2014 budget to the Board of Education.

Mrs. Kriss outlined the highlights of the proposed 2013/2014 budget. The proposed budget to

budget increase equates to 3.01%. Tax levy proposed increase is 3.62%. The tax levy increase

would fall within the 2% Tax Levy Cap after exempted expenses of 3.64%. Savings from recent


collective bargaining agreements would be realized in 2013/2014 budget. Changes to staff salary

raises were explained. The goal of the proposed budget is to maintain programs, operate within

the state’s Tax Levy Cap; expand student programs and district initiatives, maintain the variety

of high school electives; maintain co-curricular clubs to help create well-rounded students;

maintain class size guidelines; provide foundation for future and to provide efficiencies and cost

savings. Mrs. Kriss estimated reductions in state aid to Hauppauge to be $457,069. Aid types

were explained. Other revenue sources were highlighted. Reserve funds used to balance the

budget were reviewed.

Staffing reductions due to decreases in student enrollment were outlined. “Forensic-style” review

of staffing to maximize shared staff in buildings was addressed. Budget allocations to buildings

and departments were also explained.

Mrs. Kriss explained details of the Tax Levy Cap laws. The state formula for year to year

carryover of under-utilized tax levy does not benefit Hauppauge. Future decreases in state aid are

anticipated. Governor is expected to distribute more aid to low-wealth districts in other parts of

the state despite the fact that our area pays the majority of taxes. The impact of federal

government’s sequestration is expected to result in reductions of title grants for our district.

Mrs. Kriss suggested a multi-year plan to address the district’s aging technology and

infrastructure. This would be for the district to commit $200,000 annually to accommodate

technology needs through the years. The capital work in the budget would be the reconfiguration

of the High School main office for hygienic and privacy needs. She also recommended a

proposition to transfer from the Capital Reserve Fund to replace original windows at Whiporwil

building. Funds drawn from this reserve would not place additional burden on taxpayers.

Additional items contained in this proposed budget are the replacement of obsolete/aging

vehicles (exempt from levy cap); Co-curricular activities, athletics, arts; professional

development (APPR training which is mandated).

Other school districts’ plans for the tax levy were discussed. Several schools will ask residents

to pierce the cap.

Questions from Board

The Board asked questions or commented on the following:

Cost of budget increase translated to taxpayers. Clarification was given on the timeline

for towns to set the assessment rate;

Vehicle purchases;

High school main office renovation eligibility for state building aid;

Establishment of link on district’s homepage to explain the impact of 2% tax levy cap on

homeowners’ taxes;

Security upgrade needs of district ongoing;

Renovations to high school will not occur at expense of security needs;

Request for energy efficiency audit to be performed at district office (Whiporwil)

Clarification regarding Tri-borough Amendment as it relates to salary step increases;

Main entrance into Middle School building;

Additional improvement needs in other school buildings;

Actual amount of funding lost due to federal sequestration – amount was quoted at

$55,000;

The Administration was commended for establishing “rainy day” funds that allow us to

maintain programs and make repairs while other districts struggle;


Other outstanding capital work to be done instead of windows – it was explained that no

other major projects are anticipated;

Asphalt work is not aided by state unless it is tied to another project that would be

approved for state aid;

Clarification was given regarding repair projects at Whiporwil. Those repairs are not

eligible for state aid because building is not attended by public school students.

Questions or Comments from the Community

Community members asked questions or commented on the following:

Budget outline available on website;

Window replacements in other district buildings;

Amount of funds in Capital Reserve ($3 million);

Use of accrued fund balance money to fund reserves;

Front entry barriers in elementary schools (mantraps);

Salary increases are lower than in previous years due to contract negotiations;

NYS Pension system increases are come from NYS state. Teachers Retirement System

increases equate to millions of dollars in increases to district;

Comparisons to budgets of other school districts;

Class size clarification.

7. SUPERINTENDENT’S UPDATE / COMMENTS REGARDING TONIGHT’S AGENDA

o Mrs. Kriss elaborated on a bullying incident brought into the Middle School. Mrs. Kriss

explained the Family Education Privacy Act restricts the district from commenting on certain

information about such incidents.

o An anti-bullying program was presented to district parents. Speaker, John Halligan presented

Ryan’s Story. Parenting suggestions offered by Mr. Halligan will be place on district

website;

o High School musical, Me and My Girl will be performed this weekend;

o Student, Chris Giuliano will advance to the second round of the LI Science and Engineering

Fair at the Crest Hollow Country Club on March 11th

;

o Student, Alexander Lee has been invited to the Junior Science and Humanities Symposium

on March 1st at Stony Brook University;

o Mrs. Kriss has invited Dr. Yong Zhoa to spend a day in Hauppauge meeting parents,

administrators, staff and students to discuss his focus on entrepreneurship. He is listed

among the 10 most influential people in education technology. He will give us time on

Monday, April 15th

. A parent presentation will be offered and extended to those schools in

the SCOPE districts.

8. QUESTION AND COMMENTS REGARDING TONIGHT’S AGENDA ONLY

Community members asked questions of commented on the following topics:

Altercation between middle school students;

Anti-bullying training for staff;

Agenda item number 9.1A regarding an investigation of a complaint of harassment between

two students;

Agenda item 9.1B, employee settlement;

District policy regarding complaint procedures.


CONSENT AGENDA:

ITEMS REMOVED: None

A motion to approve Consent Agenda items 9 through item 9.4 was made by Mrs. Todaro, seconded by

Mrs. Hodosky. Motion carried by a vote of 7-0.

9. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS, PERSONNEL ACTIONS, CURRICULUM AND

INSTRUCTIONAL MATTERS

9.1 ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS

A. IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that Dr. Kathy Weiss be appointed to conduct an investigation

of a student complaint pursuant to Board Regulation 5311.3-R at a rate of $175.00 per hour;

and it is further

RESOLVED, that pursuant to the provisions of Public Officers Law Section 18, Dr.

Weiss shall be provided with defense and indemnification with regard to any claims arising

out of an alleged act or omission which occurred or allegedly occurred while she was acting

within the scope of this appointment.

B. IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the President of the Board of Education is authorized to

execute a stipulation of settlement with a member of the certified staff which stipulation was

reviewed by the Board in executive session.

9.2 PERSONNEL MATTERS

BE IT RESOLVED, that upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the

following personnel actions report be approved, as per attached

A. Personnel Action Report - Certified Staff

1) Change in Table of Organization

2) Change in Employment Status

3) Temporary Employment

4) Resignation/Termination/Leave of Absence/Retirement/Excessed

5) Appointment of Substitutes

B. Personnel Action Report - Civil Service Staff

1) Change in Table of Organization

2) Appointment

3) Resignation/Termination/Leave of Absence/Retirement/Excessed

4) Appointment of Substitutes

C. Curriculum and Instructional Appointments

1) Co-curricular Coaching Staff (HS)

9.3 BUSINESS MATTERS

BE IT RESOLVED, that upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the following

be approved:

A. Health Service Contract

1) Half Hollow Hills CSD (Health Services)

B. Disposal of Obsolete

1) Olympia Typewriter (#006391)


C. Other

1) SCOPE Before & After School Program (2013-14 school year)

2) Club Charters - Class of 2014 (High School)

D. Award of Bid

BE IT RESOLVED THAT, upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, based

upon formal bidding process, the following be awarded:

1) Bid # 465-13 (Bus Fleet – Inspection, Preventative Maintenance and Repair and

Non D.O.T. Light Duty Truck Repair) to T&T Baldwin, as per attached


be received:

E. Financial Reports

1) Treasurer's Report - January 2013

2) Appropriations Status Reports – January 2013

3) Revenue Status Reports – January 2013

4) Trial Balance – January 2013

5) Collateral Reconciliation – January 2013

6) Warrants – January 2013

7) Budget Transfers – January 2013

8) Fund Balance – February 2013

9.4 CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONAL MATTERS


be approved:

A. Committee on Special Education Recommendations

1) CSE

10. CORRESPONDENCE – Two letters from NSASA regarding grants awarded to special

education teachers in Hauppauge and one letter from a parent regarding an award bestowed

upon a student.

11. DISCUSSION MATTERS

12. NEW BUSINESS

13. QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE COMMUNITY

Community members asked questions on the topic of the 2013/14 school calendar.

14. ADJOURNMENT: At 9:32 p.m., a motion was made by Mrs. Macaluso, seconded by Mrs.

Hodosky to return to Executive Session to discuss 4 matters concerning the employment history

of a particular person. Motion carried by a vote of 7-0.

Regular meeting reconvened at 10:05 p.m. at which time, a motion to adjourn was made by Mrs.

Mass, seconded by Mrs. Macaluso. Motion carried by a vote of 7-0.

15. NEXT REGULAR MEETING: March 12, 2013 (Regular Meeting and Budget)

Respectfully submitted,

/s/ Katherine M. Bottner

District Clerk

9.2 SCHEDULE -A SCHEDULE - B SCHEDULE - C

(Certified Staff) (Civil Service)

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(Curriculum & Instruction Appointments)

REVISED

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9.2.A CERTIFIED STAFF

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 3013 OF THE EDUCATION LAW, THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS RECOMMENDS ACCEPTANCE OF THE FOllOWING:

1. Change in Table of Organization

Position Action Teachina Assistant +1 FTE

2. Change in Employment Status

2.1. Reinstatement

Name Teaching Area Effective Date Reason Dana Verrelli

(rep. A. Deluca, who resigned) Teaching Assistant 2/27/13 Recall from Preferred Eligibility List Susan Cosmai

(new position due to class size) --~~-

3ea~hing Assislam -

2/19/13 _ "---Recall from Preferred Eligibility List

3. Temporary Employment

Name Position Salary Hours Jennifer Nannery Professional Development - Flip Over Video Tutorials $47. 36/H r. 18 Jennifer Nannery Professional Development - Virtual Reference Collection 101 $47.36/Hr. 18

Janice Caffrey Professional Development - Working Through the Common Core Together $47.36/Hr. 18 Katherine Maflganiello Professional Development - Working Through the Common Core Together $47.36/Hr. 18

Name Position Hours Per Day Salary Effective Dates Christine Sammon

(rep. C. Bogen, on _LOA) -

Teaching Assistant 6 $24,650 2/17/13 - 6/30/13

REVISED 9.2.A 1

4. ResignationlTermination/Leave of Absence/Retirement/Excessed

Name Years of Service Teaching Area Effective Date Reason Camille Milza 25 Special Education 6/30/13 Retirement

Maureen Schellhorn 22 Elementary 6/30/13 Retirement Resignation for the

Angela Deluca 9 Teaching Assistant 2/27/13 purpose of retirement

5. Appointment of Substitutes 5.1. The following are appointed, conditioned upon fingerprint clearance, as Substitute Teachers or Substitute Nurses (*) for the 2012-2013

school year at the rate approved by the Board of Education at its Organizational Meeting:

Kyle Bates Dayna Gash Amanda Marrero Megan Sweeney

Gina Bechtold Kimberly Jardin Kevin Mongan lauren Terriaca

Elia Figari Jared Kaplan Tallat Nauman

5.2. The following are appointed, conditioned upon fingerprint clearance, as Substitute Teacher Assistants for the 2012-2013 school year at the rate approved by the Board of Education at its Organizational Meeting:

Tallat Nauman

5.3. Approval of Regular Substitutes:

Please note: This section has been added to the Personnel Action Report for approval of regular substitutes as per the AnCillary Rate Schedule .

• Amanda Packes is approved as a regular substitute teacher effective 2/21/13 through 5/20/13 for Nancy Kastan .

• Krista Klicpera is approved as a regular substitute teacher effective 2/15/13 through 6/30/13 for Kristy Molinelli.

Date Submitted to Board of Education: February 26, 2013 ~ f'/'.:rl\

REVISED 9.2.A 2

9.2.B CIVIL SERVICE STAFF

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE CIVIL SERVICE LAW, THE SUPERINTENDENT RECOMMENDS ACCEPTANCE OF THE FOLLOWING:

1. Change in Table of Organization

Service Area School Action

Special Education Aide Pines +1.0 FTE Increase due to action of CSE

2. Appointment

Name Status of Appointment Position School Effective Date Michelle Ber Special Education Aide Pines 2/27/13

3. RetirementlResignationlTermination/Leave of Absence (LOA)

Position School Effective Date Reason oli Monitor FB 2/13/13-3/13/13 Medical Leave

4. Appointment of Substitutes

4.1. The following are appointed, conditioned upon fingerprint clearance, as substitute clericals and monitors for the 2012-13 school year at the hourly rate approved by the Board of Education at its Organizational Meeting:

Gamba-Crocitto, Arlyne

4.2. The following are appointed, conditioned upon fingerprint clearance, as substitute special education aides for the 2012-13 school year at the hourly rate approved by the Board of Education at its Organizational Meeting:

Bonura, Denise Endsley, Maryann

Date Submitted to Board of Education: February 26, 2013 tN-~~'

BOARD OF EDUCATION, HAUPPAUGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS RECOMMENDS THE APPPOINTMENT OF THE

FOLLOWING COACHING STAFF 2012-2013:

NAME SCHOOL POSITION

Kevin Giachetti HS Varsity Baseball T.J. Brocking HS JV Baseball Steve Atkinson HS Varsity Boys' Golf Andrea Cody HS Varsity Girls' Golf James Konen HS Varsity Boys' Lacrosse Greg Foster HS Varsity Boys' Lacrosse Assistant Jeff Atlas HS JV Boys' Lacrosse Abigail Zeltmann HS Varsity Girls' Lacrosse Diana Lopez HS Varsity Girls' Lacrosse Assistant Jennifer Casale HS JV Girls' Lacrosse James McGowan HS Varsity Softball David Masino HS Varsity Boys' Tennis William Maida HS Varsity Boys' Spring Track Jonathan Hernandez HS Varsity Boys' Spring Track Assistant George Glikos HS Varsity Girls' Spring Track Jennifer Mooney HS Varsity Girls' Spring Track Assistant

Date submitted to the Board of Education: February 26, 2013

SALARY

$7,529.00 6.153.00 7,077.00 7,077.00 7,529.00 6,387.00 6,153.00 7,529.00 6,387.00 6,153.00 7,529.00 7,077.00 7,529.00 6,153.00 7,529.00 6,153.00 -

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