HEWLETT-WOODMERE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION AGENDA ● FEBRUARY 26, 2020 Regular Meeting Woodmere Middle School 8:00 PM 1170 Peninsula Blvd., Hewlett, NY 11557 Hewlett-Woodmere Union Free School District Page 1 Updated 2/27/2020 12:35 PM CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Led by a student from Woodmere Middle School. Dr. Albert Bauer, Principal, Woodmere Middle School, will welcome members of the Board of Education and the administration to the building. Dr. Bauer will lead the introductions of student recognitions. Mr. Walter Lastowski, District Director of Art and Music, will introduce Band Teacher Jonathan Holford who will recognize students from the jazz band. Mrs. Michele Hochhauser, District English Arts Chairperson, will introduce the Scripps Spelling Bee School Champions. Dr. Kara Fusco, Woodmere Middle School teacher, will introduce the National Geographic GeoBee School Champion. A. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONS B. PRESENTATIONS, AWARDS C. PROGRAMS AND REPORTS C.1 Report from Superintendent (RM) C.2 Report from Deputy Superintendent (MS) C.3 Report from Assistant Superintendent for Business (LSF) C.4 Report from Executive Director of Special Education (LP) C.5 Report from Executive Director of Human Resources (EF) C.6 Student Advisory Council to the Board of Education C.7 Designated Officers of the District's Employee Organizations C.8 PTA Council Presidents C.9 A. Board Member Committee Reports (if any) B. Board Member Reports (if any) C.10 Communications
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
AGENDA ● FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Regular Meeting Woodmere Middle School 8:00 PM
1170 Peninsula Blvd., Hewlett, NY 11557
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by a student from Woodmere Middle School. Dr. Albert Bauer, Principal, Woodmere Middle School, will welcome members of the Board of Education and the administration to the building. Dr. Bauer will lead the introductions of student recognitions. Mr. Walter Lastowski, District Director of Art and Music, will introduce Band Teacher Jonathan Holford who will recognize students from the jazz band. Mrs. Michele Hochhauser, District English Arts Chairperson, will introduce the Scripps Spelling Bee School Champions. Dr. Kara Fusco, Woodmere Middle School teacher, will introduce the National Geographic GeoBee School Champion.
A. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONS
B. PRESENTATIONS, AWARDS
C. PROGRAMS AND REPORTS
C.1 Report from Superintendent (RM)
C.2 Report from Deputy Superintendent (MS)
C.3 Report from Assistant Superintendent for Business (LSF)
C.4 Report from Executive Director of Special Education (LP)
C.5 Report from Executive Director of Human Resources (EF)
C.6 Student Advisory Council to the Board of Education
C.7 Designated Officers of the District's Employee Organizations
C.8 PTA Council Presidents
C.9 A. Board Member Committee Reports (if any)
B. Board Member Reports (if any)
C.10 Communications
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The members of the audience should be reminded to submit a Speaker's Card to the District Clerk at this time.
D. OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO BE HEARD:
1. From visitors and observers – Related to agenda items only.
Speakers are asked to observe these protocols:
Please address your question or remarks to the Board through its President.
Please do not include any references to personnel or students of the school district
by name, and refrain from any personal attacks.
Please limit the time of your remarks as requested by the chair.
Please state your name and community of residence.
Please use the audience microphone
E. ROUTINE RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
E.1 Board of Education - Regular Meeting - Jan 22, 2020 8:00 PM
Acceptance of minutes of the Regular Board of Education meeting dated January 22, 2020.
Recommended Motion:
"That the consent agenda, including any addenda items, consisting of items E.2 through I be approved as a whole with action recorded as if it had been taken severally."
E.2 Treasurer's Report (LS)
Treasurer's Report for December 2019.
F. INSTRUCTIONAL MATTERS
1. Instructional Actions
F.1.1 CSE and CPSE Recommendation (LP)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the enclosed recommendations of both the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education.
F.1.2 Resolution for Impartial Hearing Officer (LP)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Resolution for an Impartial Hearing Officer between the District and the parents of a youngster classified by the District's CSE: Student ID # 18217.
2. Instructional Reports
F.2.1 Conferences and Travel (MS)
Conference and Travel schedule attached.
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G. PERSONNEL MATTERS
1. Personnel Actions
G.1.1 Personnel Action Report (EF)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Personnel Action Report.
G.1.2 Schedule of Permanent Substitutes and District Substitutes (EF)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Schedule of Permanent Pool Substitutes and District Substitutes.
G.1.3 Community Education and Services Staff (EF)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Schedule of Community Education and Services Staff.
G.1.4 Schedule C - Coaches (EF)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the attached Schedule C - Coaches.
G.1.5 Contracts (EF)
is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Salary and Benefits Agreement effective July 1, 2020, for the following positions: A. Director of Facilities and Operations B. Assistant Business Manager
H. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND BUDGETARY ITEMS
1. Financial Actions
H.1.1 Schedule of Contracts (LSF)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Schedule of Contracts and Chang Orders.
H.1.2 Resolution - Acceptance of Annual Risk Assessment Update Report and District's Corrective Action Plan (LSF)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Resolution: Acceptance of the Annual Risk Assessment Update Report pertaining to Internal Controls of District Operations as submitted by the District's Internal Auditors, Cullen & Danowski, LLP.
H.1.3 Resolution - Independent Accountant's Report on Agreed Upon Procedures (LSF)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Resolution: Acceptance of the Independent Accountant's Report on Agreed Upon Procedures: Capital Projects Accounting, Staffing and Benefits Administration.
H.1.4 Resolution - Cooperative Bidding through Educational Data Services, Inc. (LSF)
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It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Resolution : Cooperative Bidding through Educational Data Services, Inc. for the 2020-2021 school year.
H.1.5 Resolution -Change Transportation Deadline Date April 2021 (LSF)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Resolution: Change Transportation Deadline from April 1, 2021 to April 6, 2021.
2. Financial Reports
I. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
1. Miscellaneous Actions
I.1.1 Field Trips (MS)
Field Trips for approval.
I.1.2 Schedule of Gifts (LSF)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Schedule of Gifts, in accordance with Policy #1800.
I.1.3 Surplus Equipment (LSF)
It is recommended that the Board of Education declare the equipment described in the attached memo as surplus equipment to be removed from the inventory for disposal.
I.1.4 Applications for Club Charters (LSF)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Applications for Club Charters.
I.1.5 Student Suspension Appeal (MG)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Resolution relating to an appeal of a student discipline matter.
2. Miscellaneous Reports
J. ADOPTION OF POLICIES NEW/REVISED
1. Policy Actions
J.1.1 Policy #1050 Annual District Meeting By-Laws of the Board of Education (MS)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve Policy #1050 Annual District Meeting By-Laws of the Board of Education.
J.1.2 Policy #2280 Consultants (MS)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve Policy #2280 Consultants.
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Board of Education Goals 2019 – 20 1. To support the goals and objectives of the community through the implementation of “Hewlett-Woodmere 2025,” the District’s
long-term strategic planning initiative. 2. To continue the Board of Education’s long-standing commitment to excellence in education with a focus on community
engagement and the whole child. 3. To continue advocacy efforts at the local, state, and national levels. 4. To make decisions through the prism of, “How does this decision benefit the students of Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools?”
District Goals 2019 – 20 1. To continue the implementation of the long-term strategic planning initiative entitled, “Hewlett-Woodmere 2025.” 2. To support an environment that promotes student wellness: social, emotional, and intellectual well-being. 3. To strive for a healthy, safe, and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors that provides the conditions for positive
academic achievement, learning, and engagement.
J.1.3 Policy #2330 Executive Sessions (MS)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve Policy #2330 Executive Sessions.
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve Policy #2700 Board Staff Communications.
K. FUTURE MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Wednesday, March 11, 2020, 6:30 PM, Budget Session/7:30 PM Work Session at Woodmere Education Center
Wednesday, March 18, 2020, 7:30 PM, Tour of Facility/8:00 PM Regular Meeting at Woodmere Education Center
Thursday, March 19, 2020, 7:00 PM, Budget Session at Woodmere Education Center
L. OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO BE HEARD ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS (TIME PERMITTING)
Update to the Board of Education
February 26, 2020
Office of the Superintendent
I. School Events
II. HW 2025 Update
III. 2020 – 21 School Budget Update
IV. May 2020 Capital Projects Proposition Update
V. Public & Private Sub-Committee Update
VI. Superintendent Roundtables
VII. April 1, 2020 is Census Day
Respectfully submitted,
Ralph Marino, Jr.
Superintendent
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Update to the Board of Education
February 26, 2020
Office of Curriculum and Instruction
I. Recent Events
A. Northwell Behavioral Health Center
B. New Teacher Induction Program
C. NCCSS Financial Forum
D. NADCO Meetings
E. Hackathon
II. Office of Curriculum and Instruction
A. Social Emotional Learning Think Tank
B. PTA Curriculum Committee Meeting
C. Guidance Meeting
D. Tri-State Consortium Prep
E. Observations
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III. Upcoming Events
A. HW2025 Data Workshop
B. LIASCD Spring Conference
IV. Thank you…
Respectfully submitted,
Mark Secaur, Ed.D.
Deputy Superintendent
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Update to the Board of Education
February 26, 2020
Office of Assistant Superintendent for Business
I. Audit Committee
II. Nassau ASBO ESSA Transparency Reporting Review Session
III. Federal Single Audit for Year Ended June 30, 2019 IV. Budget Development Update 2020-21
Respectfully submitted, Louis S. Frontario Assistant Superintendent for Business
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Update to the Board of Education
Office of Human Resources
February 26, 2020
Participated in the Nassau County Meeting of School Personnel
Officers to discuss salary and benefits and comparisons among
districts.
Met with NYS Education Department BOCES Representative
regarding clarifications in recent changes to Special Education
Teacher Certification.
Advised Special Education Teachers of the changes in certification
requirements and specific actions they may need to take.
Commenced Negotiations with a particular bargaining unit.
Participating in three Diversity Recruitment Fairs: Hunter College,
Queens College and Nassau BOCES.
Attending Long Island Regional Meeting on Diversity and
Inclusivity.
Planning to Participate in the American Association of School
Personnel Administrators Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Summit.
Participation in this summit is consistent with the 2019-20 goals of
the HR office and the goals of HW 2025.
Continued to conduct classroom teacher observations consistent
with the observation timeline.
Respectfully submitted,
Edward M. Fale, Ph.D Executive Director of Human Resources
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
MINUTES ● JANUARY 22, 2020
Regular Meeting G. W. Hewlett High School 8:00 PM
60 Everit Avenue, Hewlett, NY 11557
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CALL TO ORDER
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Mitchell A. Greebel
President Present
Melissa Gates Vice President Present
Cheryl May Board Member Present
Daniella R. Simon
Board Member Present
Judy Menashe Board Member Present
Debra Sheinin Board Member Present
Paul Critti Board Member Present
Ralph Marino Jr. Superintendent Present
Mark Secaur Deputy Superintendent Present
Louis S. Frontario
Assistant Superintendent for Business
Present
Edward Fale Executive Director of Human Resources
Present
Barbara Randazzo
District Clerk Present
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Asma Rasheed, a student from G.W. Hewlett High School. Dr. William Galati, Principal, G.W. Hewlett High School, provided highlights of student programs and accomplishments. National Merit Scholarship Competition: Hewlett High School has three students who are semifinalists in the 2020 National Merit Scholarship Competition. Congratulations to Jack Hoffman, Alex Tang, and David Vilensky. Rachel Miller and Tina Zheng were named 2020 National Merit Commended Students.
Coca-Cola Scholar Semifinalists: Four of our students have been named Coca-Cola Scholar
Semifinalists. They are Tyler Layne, Jonathan Miller, Rachel Miller and Randel Placino.
Social Studies: Dr. Abajian, Rachel Miller, Johnny Miller, & Gabby Nakkab presented in NYC at the
American Historical Associations annual conference. Dr. Abajian, Rachel, and Johnny led a panel on the
significance of National History Day in the Social Studies classroom, and Gabby showcased her award-
winning exhibit on the Transcontinental Railroad. Congratulations to Julia Klayman, Gabby Nakkab, Ian
Isseks, and Kira Grossman with their submissions and for being recognized for National History Day.
Science: During the summer of 2019, Ethan Eisenberg conducted research at Stony Brook University -
research was conducted on improving the efficiency and stability of solar cells. Ethan has submitted an
abstract of his research to the Materials Research Society where it has been accepted for publication. He
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presented his presentation at the Poster Presentation symposium in Boston. We congratulate Ethan on
this major accomplishment.
Dr. Galati highlighted several Social Emotional Learning and Awareness Opportunities that have been
implemented in the high school.
Dr. Galati introduced Dr. Terrence Bissoondial and Dr. Patricia Nardi, who spoke about the success of the Regeneron Science and Social Science Research Projects, as well as the Junior Science and Humanities Symposia (JSHS). Dr. Nardi offered congratulations to Social Science Research Students Hailey Kampton, Avi Mikhaylov Rachel Poure, and Samantha Grauer. Dr. Bissoondial offered congratulations to Science Research Students Alex Tang, Asma Rasheed, Ethan Eisenberg, and Blake Lipman. Mr. David Viegas, District Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics, recognized the fall athletes.
Sport Student Name Nassau County Award
Boys' Soccer Jonathan Miller All-Conference
Boys' Volleyball Mitchell Shemtov All-Division
Boys' Volleyball Sam Kelstein All-Conference
Cross-Country Daniel Giron All-County
Cross-Country David Durdaller Nassau County Section 8 Sportsmanship Winner, All
Conference Nassau County Champion, All-State
Honorable Mention, Placed 34 in NYS
Football Ryan May Academic All-Conference, Senior Scholar Athlete
Girls' Soccer Kaitlin Korin Senior Scholar Athlete, All Class
Girls' Soccer Varsity Girls Soccer Team Team Sportsmanship
Girls' Swimming Erica Sava All-Conference
Girls' Swimming Jenna Nus All-Conference
Girls' Swimming Brooke Touti All-Conference
Girls' Tennis Nyla Gershfeld All-State and New York State Doubles Champion
Girls' Tennis Sasha Ogievetsky All-Division
Girls' Tennis Nila Katsman All-Conference
Girls' Tennis Sophia Karmazin All-County
Girls' Volleyball Kayley Ragazzini All-County
Girls' Volleyball Team Team Sportsmanship
Physical Education Frank Osso 2019 Nassau Zone of NYSAHPERD Outstanding
Physical Education Student of the Year
A. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONS
Dr. Edward Fale, Executive Director of Human Resources, recognized Dr. William Galati upon completion of his Doctor of Education degree in Administration and Supevision from St. John's University.
B. PRESENTATIONS, AWARDS
C. PROGRAMS AND REPORTS
C.1 Report from Superintendent (RM)
Dr. Marino provided a Superintendent's Report, which included the following topics:
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Recent events attended in the school buildings include the District Leadership Team meeting at FECC, a bus run and staff chat at HES, the Spelling Bee at OES, the Consumer Olympics and Science Fair at WMS, and the Virtual Enterprise Team practice session at the HS.
Update on HW 2025: District staff participated in a conference call with K12 Insight to discuss the Alumni Survey and the School Quality Survey.
Update on Public and Private Schools Council: The committee met in January, where clinicians from Northwell Health presented their Behavioral Health Center to non-public schools.
Dr. Marino attended the AASA Executive Committee Meeting in Alexandria, Virginia, where he met with state legislators.
Held a Superintendent’s Roundtable at the Center for Adult Life Enrichment. The next Roundtable is at the Hewlett Fire Department.
C.2 Report from Deputy Superintendent (MS)
Dr. Secaur provided a Curriculum & Instruction Report, which included the following topics:
Recent events attended in the school buildings include Monday Moments at FECC, the Consumer Olympics at WMS, the HHS Virtual Enterprise practice, and the District Technology meeting.
Attended a meeting at Nassau BOCES regarding the Instructional Data Warehouse, a
repository for student data. Accompanied Mr. Lastowski, District Director of Art and Music, to the Music Administrator’s Annual Luncheon at Hofstra University. Attended the meeting of the Long Island Consortium for Excellence and Equity and the recent meeting of the Saving Live Coalition of the Five Towns.
Participated in several meetings with Human Resources and District principals to discuss staffing needs for 2020 - 2021. Met with Dr. Fale to discuss utilizing the Locus of Control scale for future hiring.
Participating in meetings with the middle school and high school principals, Dr. Bauer and Dr. Galati, to discuss ways to address vaping in schools.
Participated in the New Teacher Induction Program, where first year teachers discuss common issues.
Continuing work with the HW 2025 Implementation Team and aligning goals to the strategic plan.
C.3 Report from Assistant Superintendent for Business (LSF)
Mr. Frontario provided a Business Report, which included the following topics:
The Business Office continues to work on the development of the 2020 - 2021 budget. On January 30, there will be a two-hour budget session at 7:00 PM at the Woodmere Education Center.
The state aid runs have been distributed and Hewlett-Woodmere received a slight increase.
Recently met with HSBC to discuss CDs to bolster revenue.
Attended a meeting at Nassau BOCES to discuss the recent decision from New York State to provide mental health aid.
C.4 Report from Executive Director of Special Education (RM)
Dr. Marino provided a Special Education Report on behalf of the recently retired Dr. Lo Verde, which included the following topics:
Dr. Lo Verde has been attending the meetings with Northwell representatives on the Behavioral Health Center.
She worked closely with the Business Office to develop the special education budget for 2020 - 20201.
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Recently attended the WMS Consumer Olympics and a mental health consortium at BOCES.
Dr. Lo Verde thanked the Board of Education for their support and work with the Special Education department.
C.5 Report from Executive Director of Human Resources (EF)
Dr. Fale provided a Human Resources Report, which included the following topics:
The office has been working to develop and implement plans to meet the New York State changes in special education teacher certification.
Meetings held with Dr. Secaur and the school principals to discuss probationary staff.
The office is beginning the national search for an Assistant Superintendent for Business.
Recently participated in the BOCES Negotiations Roundtable to discuss current trends in contract negotiations. Contract negotiations with two of the District bargaining units will begin soon.
C.6 Student Advisory Council to the Board of Education
C.7 Designated Officers of the District's Employee Organizations
C.8 PTA Council Presidents
C.9 A. Board Member Committee Reports (if any)
Mrs. Menashe reported on behalf of the Special Education Committee. The committee recommends for approval the recommendations of both the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Pre-school Special Education.
B. Board Member Reports (if any)
Mr. Greebel explained that agenda item I.1.1, School Calendar 2020 - 2021, would be removed from the Consent Agenda and voted on separately. A discussion followed regarding the proposed calendar.
C.10 Communications
None
The members of the audience should be reminded to submit a Speaker's Card to the District Clerk at this time.
D. OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO BE HEARD:
1. From visitors and observers – Related to agenda items only.
Speakers are asked to observe these protocols:
Please address your question or remarks to the Board through its President.
Please do not include any references to personnel or students of the school district
by name, and refrain from any personal attacks.
Please limit the time of your remarks as requested by the chair.
Please state your name and community of residence.
Please use the audience microphone
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E. ROUTINE RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
E.1 Board of Education - Regular Meeting - Dec 18, 2019 8:00 PM
Acceptance of minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education dated December 18, 2019.
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Debra Sheinin, Board Member
SECONDER: Cheryl May, Board Member
AYES: Greebel, Gates, May, Simon, Menashe, Sheinin, Critti
E.2 Board of Education - Special Meeting - Jan 6, 2020 8:00 AM
Acceptance of minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Education dated January 6, 2020.
"That the consent agenda, including any addenda items, consisting of items E.3 through I be approved as a whole with action recorded as if it had been taken severally, with the exception of I.1.1 School Calendar 2020 - 2021, which will be voted on separately."
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Debra Sheinin, Board Member
SECONDER: Cheryl May, Board Member
AYES: Greebel, Gates, May, Simon, Menashe, Sheinin, Critti
E.3 Treasurer's Report (LS)
Treasurer's Report for November 2019.
F. INSTRUCTIONAL MATTERS
1. Instructional Actions
F.1.1 CSE and CPSE Recommendations (DL)
Recommendations of both the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education approved.
2. Instructional Reports
F.2.1 Conference and Travel (MS)
Conference and Travel Schedule approved.
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G. PERSONNEL MATTERS
1. Personnel Actions
G.1.1 Personnel Action Report (EF)
Personnel Action Report approved.
G.1.2 Schedule of Permanent Pool Substitute Teachers (EF)
Schedule of Permanent Pool Substitute Teachers approved.
G.1.3 District Substitutes - Teachers, Teacher Aides, and Sub Clerical (EF)
Schedule of District Substitutes: Teachers, Teacher Aides, and Sub-Clerical approved.
G.1.4 Schedule C - Coaches, Supervision and Volunteer Coaches (EF)
Schedule C - Supervision and Volunteer Coaches approved.
G.1.5 Schedule C - Ogden Elementary (EF)
Schedule C - Ogden Elementary School Advisors approved.
G.1.6 Community Education and Services Staff (EF)
Schedule of Community Education and Services Staff approved.
G.1.7 Resolution and Memorandum of Agreement (EF)
Resolution and Memorandum of Agreement pertaining to a member of the Hewlett-Woodmere Faculty Association approved.
H. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND BUDGETARY ITEMS
1. Financial Actions
H.1.1 Schedule of Contracts (LSF)
Schedule of Contracts and Change Orders approved.
H.1.2 Schedule of Bids/RFP's (LSF)
Schedule of Bids/RFPs approved.
H.1.3 Transfers of Appropriation (LSF)
Transfers of Appropriation approved.
2. Financial Reports
I. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
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1. Miscellaneous Actions
I.1.1 School Calendar 2020-2021 (MS)
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the School Calendar for the 2020 - 2021 school year.
RESULT: APPROVED [6 TO 1]
MOVER: Cheryl May, Board Member
SECONDER: Judy Menashe, Board Member
AYES: Greebel, Gates, May, Simon, Menashe, Sheinin
NAYS: Critti
I.1.2 Varsity Boys' Wrestling Team Trip Proposal (MS)
Proposal for the Varsity Boys' Wrestling team to travel to SUNY Sullivan in Loch Sheldrake, NY for the Eastern States Wrestling Classic Tournament, January 9-11, 2020 approved.
2. Miscellaneous Reports
J. ADOPTION OF POLICIES NEW/REVISED
1. Policy Actions
J.1.1 Policy #5605 Voter Registration for Students (MS)
Policy #5605 Voter Registration for Students approved.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Judy Menashe, Board Member
SECONDER: Paul Critti, Board Member
AYES: Greebel, Gates, May, Simon, Menashe, Sheinin, Critti
J.1.2 Policy #4772 Graduation Ceremonies (MS)
#4772 Graduation Ceremonies approved.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Judy Menashe, Board Member
SECONDER: Paul Critti, Board Member
AYES: Greebel, Gates, May, Simon, Menashe, Sheinin, Critti
J.1.3 Policy #8140 Unsafe School Transfer Choice (MS)
Policy #8140 Unsafe School Transfer Choice approved.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Debra Sheinin, Board Member
SECONDER: Judy Menashe, Board Member
AYES: Greebel, Gates, May, Simon, Menashe, Sheinin, Critti
J.1.4 Policy #2510 New Board Member Orientations (MS)
Policy #2510 New Board Member Orientations approved.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Debra Sheinin, Board Member
SECONDER: Daniella R. Simon, Board Member
AYES: Greebel, Gates, May, Simon, Menashe, Sheinin, Critti
J.1.5 Policy #2530 Membership in School Boards Associations (MS)
Policy #2530 Membership in School Boards Associations approved.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cheryl May, Board Member
SECONDER: Paul Critti, Board Member
AYES: Greebel, Gates, May, Simon, Menashe, Sheinin, Critti
K. FUTURE MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Thursday, January 30, 2020, 7:00 PM, Budget Session, Woodmere Education Center
Wednesday, February 5, 2020, 6:30 PM Budget Session; 7:30 PM Work Session at Woodmere Education Center
Wednesday, February 26, 2020, 7:30 PM Tour of Facility, 8:00 PM Regular Meeting, Woodmere Middle School
L. OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO BE HEARD ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS (TIME PERMITTING)
L.1 Motion to Adjourn at 9:22 PM
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Debra Sheinin, Board Member
SECONDER: Judy Menashe, Board Member
AYES: Greebel, Gates, May, Simon, Menashe, Sheinin, Critti
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Laurie San Phillipo
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Treasurer's Report
Attached please find the Treasurer's Report for the month of December 2019. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools
Business Department
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Account Name Bank Beginning Cash Cash Ending O/S Dep's In Bank Bank
CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT See Page 3 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Total Investments 97,876,445.04 51,994.80 0.00 97,928,439.84 0.00 0.00 0.00 97,928,439.84
GRAND TOTAL 106,912,562.88 8,568,433.86 8,668,051.02 106,812,945.72 457,556.44 -2,279.50 285,834.03 107,554,056.69
This is to certify that the above cash balances are in
agreement with the bank statements as reconciled.
** To Be Reconciled. Bank Balance is end of month balance for December 2019.
Treasurer
Hewlett-Woodmere Union Free School District
Treasurer's Report December 2019
L. San Phillipo 1/28/2020
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Total Real Property NY State Matured MiscellaneousReceipts Taxes Aid Interest Transfers Investments
GENERAL FUND Capital One Chk* 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Any Account with an * no longer provides
Capital One Chk* 50,286.39 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 50,286.39 an Investment Rate. Interest now
Capital One Chk* 1,118,124.08 0.00 0.00 0.00 1,114,844.08 0.00 3,280.00 calculated as compensating balances.First Nat'l Bank of LI 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
GENERAL FUND * BANK OF AMERICA 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Any Account with an * no longer provides
GENERAL RESERVES * BANK OF AMERICA 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 an Investment Rate. Interest now
CAPITAL * BANK OF AMERICA 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 calculated as compensating balances.DEBT SERVICE * BANK OF AMERICA 138,279.61 8.25 0.00 0.00 138,287.86
CAFETERIA * BANK OF AMERICA 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00EXPENDABLE TRUST * BANK OF AMERICA 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
SUB TOTAL 138,279.61 8.25 0.00 0.00 138,287.86
CAPITAL ONE BANK INVESTMENT A/C
GENERAL FUND * CAPITAL ONE 1,521.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1,521.00
GENERAL RESERVES * CAPITAL ONE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00CAPITAL * CAPITAL ONE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
DEBT SERVICE * CAPITAL ONE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
CAFETERIA * CAPITAL ONE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
EXPENDABLE TRUST * CAPITAL ONE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
SUB TOTAL 1,521.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1,521.00
CAPITAL ON BANK INVESTMENT A/C
GENERAL FUND * CAPITAL ONE 18,086,421.31 0.00 0.00 0.00 18,086,421.31 **
GENERAL RESERVES * CAPITAL ONE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
CAPITAL * CAPITAL ONE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
DEBT SERVICE * CAPITAL ONE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
CAFETERIA * CAPITAL ONE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
EXPENDABLE TRUST * CAPITAL ONE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
SUB TOTAL 18,086,421.31 0.00 0.00 0.00 18,086,421.31
TD BANK INVESTMENT A/C
GENERAL FUND * TD BANK 10,121,723.45 4,522.47 0.00 0.00 10,126,245.92
GENERAL RESERVES * TD BANK 4,534,594.38 2,026.09 0.00 0.00 4,536,620.47
CAPITAL * TD BANK 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
DEBT SERVICE * TD BANK 135,646.55 60.61 0.00 0.00 135,707.16
CAFETERIA * TD BANK 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
EXPENDABLE TRUST * TD BANK 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
SUB TOTAL 14,791,964.38 6,609.17 0.00 0.00 14,798,573.55
Valley Nat'l Bk
GENERAL RESERVES 0.10% Valley Nat'l Bk 4,016.53 0.36 0.00 0.00 4,016.89
CAPITAL 0.10% Valley Nat'l Bk 4,669,398.91 415.05 0.00 0.00 4,669,813.96
SUB TOTAL 4,673,415.44 415.41 0.00 0.00 4,673,830.85
HSBC
GENERAL FUND 0.20% HSBC 6,218,594.43 1,090.38 0.00 0.00 6,219,684.81
GENERAL RESERVES 0.20% HSBC 5,443,575.08 954.49 0.00 0.00 5,444,529.57
CAPITAL 0.20% HSBC 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
DEBT SERVICE 0.20% HSBC 726,955.14 127.47 0.00 0.00 727,082.61
NSF = Not Sufficient Funds. The bookkeeper keeps track of NSF checks, and makes sure that they are settled with a re-deposit. Most NSF checks are re-deposited. If the funds cannot becollected, the department administrator gives the bookkeeper authorization to reverse thedeposit. This information is provided to the auditors.
Bank Adjustments - December 2019
General Checking 2
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Laura Peterson, Executive Director
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: CSE and CPSE Recommendation
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the enclosed recommendations of both the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools
Special Education Department
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Laura Peterson
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Resolution for Impartial Hearing Officer
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Resolution for an Impartial Hearing Officer between the District and the parents of a youngster classified by the District's CSE: Student ID # 18217.
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools
Special Education Department
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BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that the Board of Education hereby affirms and
ratifies the appointment of James Bilik for Student #18217. James Bilik is appointed to
serve as the Impartial Hearing Officer to hear and determine the matter concerning the
identification, evaluation, educational placement and/or free appropriate public
education of Student #18217. It is noted that James Bilik is the next in rotation to be
appointed to serve as Impartial Hearing Officer.
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________________________ _____________________
Mitchell A. Greebel Barbara Randazzo President, Board of Education District Clerk February 26, 2020 Date of Board of Education Meeting
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mark Secaur, Ed.D., Ralph Marino, Jr. Ed.D.
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Conferences and Travel
For approval
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools
Curriculum Department
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INFORMATION SCHEDULE OF CONFERENCES AND TRAVEL
Persons
Title of Conference Date Location Attending School
New York State Public March 15-17, 2020 Syracuse, NY Barbara Giese WEC
Relations Association Samantha Nasso
American Association of School
Administrators Executive
Committee Meeting April 29-30, 2020 New Orleans, LA Dr. Ralph Marino, Jr. WEC
(There are no expenses to the District)
New York State Council of
School Superintendents
(NYSCOSS) March 2, 2020 Albany, NY Kim Parahus WEC
(No cost to the District)
New York State School
Facilities Association
(NYSSFA)
Advocacy Day March 3, 2020 Albany, NY Kim Parahus WEC
Critical Issues Summit March 4, 2020 Albany, NY Kim Parahus WEC
(No cost to the District)
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Edward M. Fale
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Personnel Action Report
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the attached Personnel Action Report.
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools
Human Resources Department
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE BOARD OF EDUCATION PAR
PERSONNEL ACTIONS February 26, 2020
Page 1
I. PERSONNEL MATTERS - TEACHING AND ADMINISTRATIVE - CERTIFIED:
A. Certified Resignation(s)
NAME
EFFECTIVE
DATE
TENURED
ASSIGNMENT/
SCHOOL
REASON
Agro, Amanda Close of day: January 31, 2020 No .5 Reading Teacher/Hewlett
Elementary School
To accept another position in
the district
Eriksen, Cynthia Close of day: August 30, 2020 No Elementary Teacher/Woodmere
Middle School
Personal
Frontario, Louis Close of day: June 30, 2020 No Assistant Superintendent for
Business/Woodmere Education
Center
Personal
B. Certified Appointment(s) - Probationary
NAME
EFFECTIVE
DATE
TENURE AREA/
CERTIFICATION
STATUS
TENURE
DATE
ASSIGNMENT/
SCHOOL
COMMENT
Agro, Amanda February 3, 2020 Special
Education/Permanent
February 3, 2024 1.0 Special Education
Teacher/Hewlett
Elementary School
New unbudgeted position due to
enrollment
*NOTE: This individual must receive three (3) annual APPR composite ratings of Effective or Highly Effective, in at least three (3) of the preceding
four (4) years and cannot have an APPR rating of Ineffective in the last year of his or her probationary appointment to be granted or considered for
tenure.
C. Certified Appointment(s) – Part-time
NAME
EFFECTIVE
DATE
TENURE AREA/
CERTIFICATION
STATUS
ASSIGNMENT/
SCHOOL
COMMENT
McBrien, Sheri February 24, 2020 Reading/Permanent .5 Reading Teacher/Hewlett Elementary
School
Replacement for Amanda Agro
Neuman, Erin January 27, 2020-
June 26, 2020
Reading/Initial .5 Reading Teacher/Franklin Early
Childhood Center
New unbudgeted position
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II. PERSONNEL – CERTIFIED - OTHER
A. Certified - Other – Appointment(s)
NAME
EFFECTIVE
DATE
TENURE
AREA
TENURE
DATE
ASSIGNMENT/
SCHOOL
COMMENT
Gragnano, Kristin January 29, 2020-
June 26, 2020
Teaching
Assistant
NA .8 Teacher Assistant/Hewlett
Elementary School
Replacement for Darlene Matulich
Spencer, Deena January 6, 2020 Teaching
Assistant
NA .36 Teacher Assistant/Ogden
Elementary School
New unbudgeted position per IEP
mandate
B. Certified - Other – Resignations(s)
NAME
EFFECTIVE
DATE
TENURE
AREA
TENURE
DATE
ASSIGNMENT/
SCHOOL
COMMENT
McBrien, Sheri Close of day: February 23, 2020 Teaching
Assistant
NA 1.0 Teacher Assistant/Hewlett
Elementary School
To accept another position in
the district
III. PERSONNEL MATTERS – CLASSIFIED
A. Classified Resignation(s)
NAME
EFFECTIVE
DATE
ASSIGNMENT/
SCHOOL
REASON
McKenna, Romina Close of day: January 23, 2020 2 hr 15 min Lunch Aide/ Ogden
Elementary School
Personal
Rolla, Erik Close of day: January 31, 2020 8 hour Cleaner / Franklin Early Childhood
Center
To accept another position in the district
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PERSONNEL ACTIONS February 26, 2020
Page 3
B. Classified Appointment(s) – Full-time
NAME
EFFECTIVE
DATE
ASSIGNMENT/LOCATION
COMMENT
Rolla, Erik February 1, 2020 Custodian/ Ogden Elementary School Replacement for Christopher Pignataro
Santiago, Lucy February 13, 2020 7 hr. Teacher Aide /Ogden Elementary School New unbudgeted position
C. Classified Appointment(s) – Additional Assignments
NAME
EFFECTIVE DATES ASSIGNMENT/
LOCATION
COMMENT
Klaus, Helene January 29, 2020 – June 26, 2020 Licensed Practical Nurse /G. W.
Hewlett High School
Additional afterschool assignment per IEP
Hausmann, Moonsook January 30, 2020 – June 26, 2020 Teacher Aide/ Woodmere Middle
School
Additional afterschool assignment per IEP
LoGuidice, Dorothy February 11, 2020 – June 26, 2020 Teacher Aide/ Woodmere Middle
School
Additional afterschool assignment per IEP
D. Classified Leave(s) of Absence Without Pay
NAME
EFFECTIVE DATES ASSIGNMENT/
LOCATION
REASON
LePre, Angela February 3, 2020 – May 3, 2020 Teacher Aide/ Woodmere Middle School Medical Leave
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Edward M. Fale
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Schedule of Permanent Substitutes and District Substitutes
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the attached Schedule of Permanent Substitutes and District Substitutes.
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Human Resources Department
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SCHEDULE OF
PERMANENT POOL SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
2019-20 Appointments
SCHOOL
TEACHER
PER
DIEM
RATE
Board Approved
Date
FECC Danielle Cirisano $125 9/18/19
Desiree Gonzalez $125 8/13/19
Irene Sayewitz $125 8/13/19
Nicholas Tomanelli $125 11/20/19
Hewlett Elementary Ilana Ajzenman $125 8/13/19
Courtney Buschinski $125 8/13/19
Karina Lorenzo $125 9/18/19
Jennifer Rochler $125 8/13/19
Ogden Elementary Joseph LaBarbera $125 8/13/19
Reyna Castillo $125 9/18/19
James Conerty $125 12/18/19
Samantha Hughes $125 12/18/19
Middle School Christina Farella $125 9/18/19
Howard Franco $125 8/13/19
Estefany Toribio Martinez $125 2/26/20
High School Rhonda Barsel $125 8/13/19
Darlene Graham $125 8/13/19
Paul Corr $125 9/18/19
Mindy Miller $125 12/18/19
Schedule of Permanent Substitute Nurse
2019-20
Appointments
SCHOOL
NURSE/LPN
PER DIEM
RATE
Board Approved
Date
District Elizabeth Picone-Mullen $125 9/18/2019
Board date: 2/26/20
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SCHEDULE OF SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
2019-20
FIRST NAME LAST NAME PER DIEM RATE
BOARD APPROVED
DATE
Jaclyn Andes $115.00 11/20/2019
Andreea Arnoff $115.00 11/20/2019
Stephanie Baio $115.00 11/20/2019
Randie Brickman $115.00 11/20/2019
Dwayne Burnett $115.00 11/20/2019
Michelle Clark $115.00 11/20/2019
James Conerty $115.00 11/20/2019
Eugene Costanzo $115.00 11/20/2019
Jessica Cruz $115.00 11/20/2019
Marni Dana $115.00 11/20/2019
Whitney Davis $115.00 11/20/2019
Samantha De Cicco $115.00 11/20/2019
Marisa DePalma* $125.00 2/26/2020
Brian Doyle $115.00 11/20/2019
Robin Galimidi* $125.00 2/26/2020
Stacey Geller $115.00 11/20/2019
Melissa Gildin* $125.00 2/26/2020
Suzanne Hagen $115.00 11/20/2019
Gayle Hamer* $125.00 2/26/2020
Samantha Hughes $115.00 11/20/2019
Anju Joseph $115.00 11/20/2019
Steven Kahn $115.00 11/20/2019
Mindy Kaiser $115.00 11/20/2019
Lucille Karp $115.00 11/20/2019
Shelley Karp $115.00 11/20/2019
Renee Kurot $115.00 11/20/2019
Judith Lande $115.00 11/20/2019
Jamie Latman $115.00 11/20/2019
Meredith Logvin $115.00 11/20/2019
Rosanne Mallardo* $125.00 2/26/2020
Naomi Marmol $115.00 12/18/2019
Zachary Metz $115.00 11/20/2019
Jeffrey Meyer $115.00 1/22/2020
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SCHEDULE OF SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
2019-20
FIRST NAME LAST NAME PER DIEM RATE
BOARD APPROVED
DATE
Livia Mishiev $115.00 11/20/2019
Andrew Nelson $115.00 1/22/2020
Anne Panzarella $115.00 11/20/2019
Vanessa Pepe $115.00 2/26/2020
Ilene Rabinowitz $115.00 12/18/2019
Linda Rand $115.00 11/20/2019
Ellen Robbins $115.00 11/20/2019
Esther Rosenthal $115.00 11/20/2019
Bruce Seltzer $115.00 11/20/2019
Leslie Sherman $115.00 11/20/2019
Barry Smirnoff $115.00 11/20/2019
Daniel Smith $115.00 1/22/2020
Sari Sommer $115.00 11/20/2019
Miriam Steinberg* $125.00 2/26/2020
Don Tursi $115.00 11/20/2019
Angela Zambito $115.00 11/20/2019
David Zukas $115.00 11/20/2019
BOARD DATE: 2/26/2020
*Revised: Retirees from District receive special daily rate.
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SCHEDULE OF SUBSTITUTE Teacher Aides, Typist Clerks and Cleaners
2019-20
LAST NAME FIRST NAME HOURLY RATE
BOARD APPROVED
DATE
Sub Teacher Aides
Alcivar Jhoselyn $13.00 11/20/2019
Almonte Alexandra $13.00 11/20/2019
Antoniou Constantina $13.00 2/26/2020
Atsidaftis Sophia $13.00 11/20/2019
Ayala Jennifer $13.00 11/20/2019
Bhatti Shazia $13.00 11/20/2019
Cavanagh Karen $13.00 2/26/2020
DeCicco Samantha $13.00 11/20/2019
Delatorre Susan $13.00 11/20/2019
DeSimone Cristopher $13.00 11/20/2019
Dubin Maia $13.00 11/20/2019
Georgiton Helen $13.00 11/20/2019
Glassman Claire $13.00 11/20/2019
Gullo Sallyann $13.00 11/20/2019
Hasan Shite $13.00 2/26/2020
Kaufman Eileen $13.00 2/26/2020
Khan Jabeen $13.00 12/18/2019
Lopez Olga $13.00 11/20/2019
Mastorakis Erika $13.00 11/20/2019
McEvoy Brian $13.00 12/18/2019
McKenna Romina $13.00 2/26/2020
Occhiuzzo-Zack Kelly $13.00 11/20/2019
Proietto Micha $13.00 11/20/2019
Romero Nicole $13.00 11/20/2019
Rosenthal Esther $13.00 11/20/2019
Ruta Ashley $13.00 11/20/2019
Stamile Margie $13.00 11/20/2019
Tucker Elizabeth $13.00 11/20/2019
Vardaro Adrianna $13.00 11/20/2019
Vardaro Rosemary $13.00 11/20/2019
Wiener Shari $13.00 11/20/2019
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SCHEDULE OF SUBSTITUTE Teacher Aides, Typist Clerks and Cleaners
2019-20
LAST NAME FIRST NAME HOURLY RATE
BOARD APPROVED
DATE
Williams Melissa $13.00 11/20/2019
Sub Typist Clerk
Dachtera Eileen $14.00 11/20/2019
DeMarsico Raffaella $14.00 2/26/2020
DeCicco Samantha $14.00 11/20/2019
Drysielski Dorothy $29.00 11/20/2019
Fatima Insha $14.00 11/20/2019
Frayne Patricia $29.00 11/20/2019
Jaksic Donna $29.00 11/20/2019
Hatt Brian $14.00 11/20/2019
Holz Arlene $29.00 11/20/2019
Loria Erin $14.00 11/20/2019
Moore Carol $29.00 11/20/2019
Occhiuzzo-Zack Kelly $14.00 11/20/2019
Ruta Ashley $14.00 11/20/2019
Rottkamp Claire $29.00 11/20/2019
Tucker Elizabeth $14.00 11/20/2019
Walter Rosemarie $14.00 1/22/2020
Sub Cleaners
Alvarez Raquel $13.50 11/20/2019
Benitez Julian $13.50 11/20/2019
Bisconti Susan $13.50 11/20/2019
Cho Emanuel $13.50 11/20/2019
Cilento Julian $13.50 11/20/2019
Curley James $13.50 11/20/2019
Diaz Arlene $13.50 11/20/2019
Faust Howard $13.50 11/20/2019
Flamenco Melba $13.50 11/20/2019
Greco Kristin $13.50 11/20/2019
Greco Nickolas $13.50 11/20/2019
Gonzalez Emperatiz $13.50 11/20/2019
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SCHEDULE OF SUBSTITUTE Teacher Aides, Typist Clerks and Cleaners
2019-20
LAST NAME FIRST NAME HOURLY RATE
BOARD APPROVED
DATE
Kemmet Joseph $13.50 11/20/2019
McElwee Brian $13.50 11/20/2019
Mackie Anthony $13.50 11/20/2019
Mackie Jr. William $13.50 11/20/2019
Martinez Elsa $13.50 11/20/2019
Martinez Palacios Theresa $13.50 11/20/2019
Martuciello Corrine $13.50 11/20/2019
Mohedano Manuel $13.50 11/20/2019
Mowassie Cynthia $13.50 11/20/2019
Murphy Ryan $13.50 11/20/2019
Palacios Raul $13.50 11/20/2019
Palladino Lisa $13.50 11/20/2019
Peppe Victor $13.50 11/20/2019
Pignataro Patrick $13.50 11/20/2019
Rinaldi Richard $13.50 11/20/2019
Ruano Guillermo $13.50 11/20/2019
Sinko Louis $13.50 11/20/2019
Vigotty Gayland $13.50 11/20/2019
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Edward M. Fale
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Community Education and Services Staff
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the attached Community and Education Services Staff.
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools
Human Resources Department
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
COMMUNITY EDUCATION & SERVICES STAFF
Effective Date: February 1, 2020 - June 30, 2020
Board date: 2/26/2020
RECREATION
Last Name First Name Title Step Salary/Hour Max Hrs
Volleyball (G) - Head Coach WINTER 1 $5,086 Paul Marquardt 9/18/2019
Basketball (G) - Head Coach WINTER 2 $5,086 Jonathan Goodman 8/13/2019
Volleyball (B) - Head Coach WINTER 2 $5,086
Monique Cicarelli-
Pamatat 8/13/2019
Wrestling-Head Coach WINTER 2 $5,086 Stephen Jones 8/13/2019
Wrestling-Assist. Coach WINTER 2 $4,245 Nicholas Khoury 8/13/2019
Baseball - Head Coach SPRING $5,086 Robert Revello 9/18/2019
Lacrosse (B) - Head Coach SPRING $5,086 John Palladino 8/13/2019
Lacrosse (B) - Asst. Head Coach SPRING $4,245 Stephen LoCicero 9/18/2019
Lacrosse (G) - Head Coach SPRING $5,086 Ryan Freely 9/18/2019
Lacrosse (G) - Asst. Head Coach SPRING $4,245 Nicholas Khoury 2/26/2020
Softball (G) - Head Coach SPRING $5,086 John Sinkus 2/26/2020
Spring Track (B) - Head Coach SPRING $4,140 Dimitri Baptiste 9/18/2019
Spring Track (G) - Head Coach SPRING $4,140 Darlene Graham 12/18/2019
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Spring Track - Assistant SPRING $3,696 Mark Palladino 12/18/2019
Tennis (G) - Head Coach SPRING $4,140 Kenneth Korder 8/13/2019
$439,080
Board Date: 2/26/2020
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Edward M. Fale
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Contracts
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Salary and Benefits Agreement effective July 1, 2020, for the following positions: A. Director of Facilities and Operations B. Assistant Business Manager
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools
Human Resources Department
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mr. Louis S. Frontario
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Schedule of Contracts
Recommended Action - Schedule of Contracts
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools
Business Department
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
SCHEDULE OF CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, CHANGE ORDERS FOR APPROVAL
ITEM # DESCRIPTION CONTRACTOR DATE OF SERVICE ORIGINATOR EXPIRING
(provide additional residency investigations) $15,000.00 Addendum - see attachment
$27,000.00
2.3 Consultant to provide tutoring services to one District Long Island 1/28/2020-6/26/2020 M. Secaur - $25,000.00 Not to exceed
student Tutorial Services 1/28/2020-1/31/2020 $500.00 See attachment
2.4 Licensing and maintenance fee for cooperative bidding Educational Data 7/1/2020-6/30/2021 J. DiBartolo $11,570.00 $11,796.00
services Services Inc.
School Estimated Total
2.5 East Rockaway School District 6 $7,570.50
2.6 Rockville Centre UFSD 1 $1,376.48
2.7 Use of Seawane Golf Course by HHS Golf Team The Seawane Club 2/1/2020-6/30/2020 D. Viegas - $2,000.00
2.8 Consultant to provide comprehensive neuropsychological Sepideh 3/1/2020-6/30/2020 H. Bernstein - $4,600.00 Not to exceed
evaluation for one district student Homayoonfar,Psy.D. (SpEd)
2.9 Consultant to provide 5 workshops to WMS 6th grade Susan Verde 3/17/2020 A. Bauer/ - $3,000.00
students: The Water Princess and turning a topic M. Hochhauser
of social justice into a picture book
Estimated No of Student(s)@ 2/5/2020
$1,261.75
The following contracts are within range for Superintendent's authorization
FOR INFORMATION ONLY
The following contract(s) for Health & Welfare Services has been received for a District Student(s)
$1,376.48
COST
If Addendum,
new request is in BOLD
attending non public school for the 2019-2020 school year
Estimated Cost per pupil
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
SCHEDULE OF CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, CHANGE ORDERS FOR APPROVAL
2.10 Transport HHS band students, with their instruments, M&V 6/25/2020 B. Galati/ $1,100.00
to and from HHS and Tilles Center (HHS Graduation) W. Lastowski
2.11 Addendum - consultant to provide special education Eden II/Genesis 7/1/2019-6/30/2020 H. Bernstein - $100,000.00 BOE approved 6.2019
related services $100.000.00 Addendum(see attached)
$200.000.00
2.12 Addendum - consultant to provide special education Kulanu 7/1/2019-6/30/2020 H. Bernstein $100,000.00 BOE approved 6.2019
related services $75,000.00 Addendum(see attached)
$175,000.00
2.13 Addendum - consultant to provide special education PT for Little People 7/1/2019-6/30/2020 H. Bernstein $100,000.00 BOE approved 6.2019
related services $15,000.00 Addendum(see attached)
$115,000.00
2.14 Consultant to speak at FECC Faculty Meeting: Lisa Narrava 2/11/2020 M. Harrison $350.00
Managing the Meltdowns' L. Smyth
2.15 Internal Auditing - Detailed Internal Control Testing Cullen & Danowski lLP 2/1/2019-6/30/2020 L. Frontario - $12,000.00 Not to exceed - see attached
2.16 Training for IT staff member: New Horizons Nassau BOCES 3/30/2020 A. Kavanagh - $795.00
NIST Cybersecurity Framework Foundation
2.17 Participation in Diversity Fair Nassau BOCES 2019-2020 E. Fale - $5,100.00
School Estimated Total
2.18 Lynbrook Public Schools 1 $1,147.00 $1,147.00
2.19 Uniondale UFSD 19 $16,398.33
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$863.07
ADDITIONAL ITEM (S) RECEIVED AFTER THE WORK SESSION
The following contract(s) for Health & Welfare Services has been received for a District Student(s)
attending non public school for the 2019-2020 school year
Estimated No of Student(s)@ 2/26/2020 Estimated Cost per pupil
Please be advised Long Island Tutorial Services provided tutoring to a Hewlett HighSchool student who was placed, by his parent, in a rehabilitation facility in SuffolkCounty. The student left the facility after a few days and therefore did not need tutoringuntil the end of the 2019-2020 school year.
Long Island Tutorial Services works in conjunction with the rehabilitation facility and wasdeemed the best provider of education to the student.
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Dr. Ralph Marino, Jr. and Mr. Louis S. Frontario
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Resolution - Acceptance of Annual Risk Assessment Update
Report and District's Corrective Action Plan
Upon the recommendation of the Audit Committee at their meeting held January 30, 2020: The Board of Education accepts the Annual Risk Assessment Update Report pertaining to Internal Controls of District Operations as submitted by the District's Internal Auditors, Cullen & Danowski LLP. The Board of Education accepts the District's Management Response / Corrective Action Plan related to the Annual Risk Assessment Update Report.
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE U.F.S.D.
BOARD RESOLUTION
RESOLVED, that, upon the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board of Education accepts the Risk Assessment Update Report, as prepared by Cullen & Danowski, LLP dated January 15, 2020, including the Management’s Response and Corrective Action Plan and directs same to be submitted to the New York State Education Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Board of Education, and the Clerk of the School District be empowered to sign such resolution on behalf of the members of the Board of Education.
_______________________________ February 26, 2020 Mitchell A. Greebel, President Board of Education
______________________________ February 26, 2020 District Clerk
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mr. Louis S. Frontario
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Resolution - Independent Accountant's Report on Agreed Upon
Procedures
Upon the recommendation of the Audit Committee at their meeting held January 30, 2020: The Board of Education accepts the Independent Accountant's Report on Agreed Upon Procedures: Capital Projects Accounting, Staffing and Benefits Administration.
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE U.F.S.D.
BOARD RESOLUTION
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board of Education accepts the Independent Accountant’s Report on applying Agreed Upon Procedures related to the capital projects accounting, staffing and benefits administration, as prepared by Cullen & Danowski, LLP dated January 24, 2020 and directs same to be submitted to the New York State Education Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Board of Education, and the Clerk of the School District be empowered to sign such resolution on behalf of the members of the Board of Education.
_______________________________ February 26, 2020 Mitchell A. Greebel, President Board of Education
______________________________ February 26, 2020 District Clerk
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mr. Louis S. Frontario and Mr. Joseph DiBartolo
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Resolution - Cooperative Bidding through Educational Data
Services, Inc.
Recommended Action: Resolution - Cooperative Bidding through Educational Data Services, Inc. for the 2020-2021 school year.
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE U.F.S.D.
COOPERATIVE BID RESOLUTION
2020-2021
For the purpose of participating in Cooperative Bids for: Audio Visual Supplies,
List, Elementary Science Supplies, Fine Art Supplies, Family/Consumer Science
Supplies, Health and Trainer Supplies, Library Supplies, Math Supplies, Music Supplies,
Photography Supplies, Physical Education Supplies, Rocketry, Science Supplies, Special
Needs, Teaching Aids, Technology Supplies, World Languages, along with other
categories mutually agreed upon by the District and Educational Data Services, Inc.
WHEREAS, each Board of Education participating in the Cooperative Bids retains the
legal authority to contract with the successful Vendor(s) and shall not be bound by
purchase contracts or other agreements made by the other participating Boards of
Education.
NOW, THEREFOR, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Executive School Business
Administrator, or designee, on behalf of the Board of Education of the Hewlett-
Woodmere Union Free School District, be and hereby authorized to participate with the
attached named school districts in Cooperative bidding conducted in conjunction with
Education Data Systems, Inc., as advertised by and awarded by Clarkstown Central
School District acting as the Lead Agency, as provided by General Municipal Law
Section 119-0. As Lead Agency, Clarkstown Central School District has assumed
responsibility for drafting specifications, advertising for Bids, accepting and opening
Bids, tabulating Bids, and reporting the results of each respective Bid.
___________________________
Mitchell A. Greebel
President, Board of Education
Hewlett-Woodmere Union Free School District
1 Johnson Place
Woodmere, New York 11598
___________________________
February 26, 2020
Board of Education Meeting
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mr. Louis S. Frontario and Mr. Joseph Di Bartolo
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Resolution -Change Transportation Deadline Date April 2021
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Resolution: Change Transportation Deadline from April 1, 2021 to April 6, 2021.
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the Board of Education has determined that the District’s Administrative
Offices and the Schools of the District will be closed on Monday, March 29, 2021 through Monday,
April 5, 2021;
WHEREAS, the Board of Education’s policy and the Education Law and the pertinent
Regulations of the Commissioner of Education require that parents of nonpublic school students of
the District attending nonpublic schools file the appropriate request for transportation on or before
April 1 preceding the beginning of the next school year;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby declares that
for the purpose of requesting District transportation to nonpublic schools for the 2021-2022 school
year only, that the Board’s April 1 deadline be extended to April 6, 2021;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby declares that the Board
reserves all of its rights under its transportation policy and under the Education Law and the
Regulations of the Commissioner, inasmuch as all mandates and requirements thereunder shall
remain in effect for any nonpublic school transportation requests for the 2021-2022 school year,
except that for the 2021-2022 school year only, all mention of April 1 in the District’s policies
related to transportation for nonpublic school students shall be substituted with April 6, 2021;
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the District Clerk is directed to publish the
nonpublic school transportation deadline for the 2021-2022 school year in the same manner as
District residents currently receive notice of the nonpublic school transportation deadline.
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Mitchell A. Greebel, President
Board of Education
February 26, 2020
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mark Secaur, Ed.D., Ralph Marino, Jr.,Ed.D.
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Field Trips
For approval
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
HEWLETT-WOODMERE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
FIELD TRIPS – SCHEDULE OF APPROVAL
The following field trips have been authorized by the Superintendent of Schools and Board approval is requested:
Trip and Destination School Date(s) Teacher/
Schedule C
Advisor
Compensation
(per contract
rates)
Carrier Comments
DECA State Career
Conference
Rochester, NY
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mr. Louis S. Frontario
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Schedule of Gifts
Recommended Action: Schedule of Gifts
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Schedule of Gifts/Grants to Schools
Date
Donor
Recipient
Article
1/13/2020 Special Olympics of New York
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools $1,000.00 – to fund the District’s Unified Basketball Program
1/22/2020 Special Education PTA (SEPTA)
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools $655.00 to offset cost of HHS special class trips in January 2020
Approved by: ________________________________ February 26, 2020 President, Board of Education Date of Board of Education Meeting
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mr. Louis S. Frontario
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Surplus Equipment
We concur with the recommendation to declare the attached equipment as surplus: Carpet Cleaner Facilities & Operations Teachers' Desk Facilities & Operations
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Dr. Ralph Marino, Jr. and Mr. Louis S. Frontario
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Applications for Club Charters
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following Club Charter applications received for the 2019-2020 school year. All Club Charters must be approved by the Board of Education annually. Charters cannot be filed until clubs meet and elect officers. Woodmere Middle School National Junior Honor Society
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mitchell A. Greebel
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Student Suspension Appeal
Recommended Action: Attached Resolution relating to an appeal of a student discipline matter.
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
RESOLUTION
(For Board Meeting-Public Session)
A Motion to approve the following resolution was unanimously approved by those present,
on motion by____________________, seconded by_______________________.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Education Law §3214, the Board of Education of the
Hewlett-Woodmere UFSD hereby denies the parents’ appeal of the disciplinary suspension
imposed on the student named in executive session and referred to as Student “A” and authorizes
the Board President to provide the parents of Student “A” with a letter outlining the Board’s
decision.
Dated: February 26, 2020
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mark Secaur, Ed.D., Ralph Marino Jr., Ed.D.
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Policy #1050 Annual District Meeting By-Laws of the Board of
Education
For Approval to adopt the current NYSSBA Template. This will replace our existing policy last reviewed in 1995. This policy was reviewed by the policy committee, initially reviewed at the January 15th BOE work meeting and sent to stakeholders. There have been no changes since the initial review.
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Policy 1050
(X) Required
( ) Local
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ANNUAL DISTRICT MEETING BY-LAWS OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
The district shall hold an annual election and budget vote at which the district’s authorized
voters will elect members of the Board of Education and vote on the district budget for the coming
school year. The annual district election and budget vote will be held on the third Tuesday in May,
unless, due to a conflict with religious observance, the Board requests that the Commissioner
approve changing the election date to the second Tuesday in May. The request is due to the
Commissioner by March 1st.
The District Clerk shall publish a notice of the time and place of the annual election and
budget vote at least four times within the seven weeks prior to the election, in two newspapers
having general circulation within the district. The first publication of the notice shall be at least 45
days prior to the election. The notice shall also contain notice of any other matter required by law.
Copies of the budget to be voted upon at the annual election and budget vote will be
available upon request in each district school building, at the school district offices, and at any
public library or free association library within the district, for district residents at the time of the
annual election and budget vote and the 14 days preceding (other than Saturday, Sunday and
holidays).
The Board shall appoint assistant clerks and election inspectors necessary for the annual
election and budget vote at a Board meeting held before the annual election and budget vote.
Propositions
The Board has the authority, under the Education Law, to adopt reasonable rules and
regulations concerning the submission of petitions to the Board to place propositions on the ballot
which may amend the budget. Pursuant to those provisions, the Board establishes the following
guidelines:
1. Petition for the submission of a proposition to be placed upon the voting machines must
contain a minimum of twenty-five (25) signatures of qualified voters of the district, or five
percent (5%) of the number of voters at the last annual election, whichever is greater, and
filed in the office of the District Clerk between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM not later
than thirty (30) days prior to the annual meeting to facilitate the preparation and printing
of the ballots.
2. Petitions must be filed with the District Clerk at least 30 days prior to the annual election,
except for petitions relating to a proposition which must be included in the notice of the
annual election (e.g., changing the number of board members). Such petitions must be
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submitted 60 days in advance of the annual election to facilitate the preparation and
printing of the ballots.
3. Propositions must include the specific appropriations necessary for the purposes listed.
4. Wording of a petition must comply with legal requirements. If the wording does not
comply, it may be changed or altered by the Board, or the Board may reject a petition for
failure to comply.
Propositions received in accordance with these specifications will be placed on the ballot
as amendments and will be voted upon by the voters in the same manner as the proposed budget,
except that the Board shall not be required to place any proposition on the ballot which is within
the exclusive province of the Board, or otherwise forbidden by law. No proposition involving the
budget may be submitted to the voters more than twice within a twelve month period.
The Board may also, on its own motion, submit propositions.
Improper Advocacy
The district may provide informational material to the voters concerning budgets,
propositions, or other matters before the electorate. However, school district funds and resources
may not be used to exhort voters to support a particular position. For example, the district will not
engage in activities including, but not limited to, sending flyers supporting the budget home with
students, providing mailing labels for materials supporting a proposition or using the district e-
mail to deliver promotional material for candidates.
Ref: Education Law §§416(3); 1608(2); 1716(2) 1804(4); 1906(1); 2002(1); 2003(1)(2);
Appeal of the Bd. of Educ. of the Greenwood Lake UFSD, 47 EDR 446 (2008)
Matter of Hebel, 34 EDR 319 (1994)
Matter of Martin, 32 EDR 567 (1993)
Matter of Como, 30 EDR 214 (1990)
Adoption date: 2/26/20
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mark Secaur, Ed.D., Ralph Marino Jr., Ed.D.
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Policy #2280 Consultants
For Approval. This policy has been reviewed by the policy committee and initially reviewed at the January 15th BOE work meeting. There have been no changes since the initial review.
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Policy 2280
CONSULTANTS The Board of Education recognizes there are circumstances in which the best interests of the district may be served by retaining the services of a consultant. Therefore, to facilitate the administration of the district, the Board of Education authorizes the Superintendent of Schools to retain the services of consultants, whenever he/she deems it necessary. The Superintendent may permit the expenditure to a maximum of $5000 peruse for each each consultant so retained. The Superintendent shall report to the Board, as a matter of information, each time a consultant is retained. Where the cost of services will exceed $5000, specific authorization for such purpose will be required by the Board. Cross Reference Policy 6700 Purchasing Policy Adopted 4-10-75 Amended 9-12-78, 6-10-9, 2-26-20
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mark Secaur, Ed.D., Ralph Marino Jr., Ed.D.
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Policy #2330 Executive Sessions
For Approval to adopt the NYSSBA Template. This will replace our existing policy, last reviewed in 1999. This policy was reviewed by the policy committee, initially reviewed at the January 15th BOE work meeting, and it was sent to stakeholders. There have been no changes since the initial review.
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Policy 2330
( ) Required
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(X) Notice
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
The Board of Education may hold executive sessions at which only the members of the
Board or persons invited by the Board shall be present. However, the executive session is only
available for the purpose of discussion, and except as the law allows, formal action must be taken
in an open session.
Executive sessions can be requested by any member of the Board or the Superintendent of
Schools.
A Board member must make a motion during an open meeting to convene in executive
session. Upon a majority vote of its members, the Board may convene in executive session at a
place which the Board President or said members may designate within the district to discuss the
subjects enumerated below. Matters which may be considered in executive session are:
1. matters which will imperil the public safety if disclosed;
2. any matter which may disclose the identity of a law enforcement agent or informer;
3. information relating to current or future investigation or prosecution of a criminal offense
which would imperil effective law enforcement if disclosed;
4. discussions regarding proposed, pending or current litigation;
5. collective negotiations pursuant to Article 14 of the Civil Service Law (the Taylor Law);
6. the medical, financial, credit or employment history of a particular person or corporation,
or matters leading to the appointment, employment, promotion, demotion, discipline,
suspension, dismissal or removal of a particular person or corporation;
7. the preparation, grading or administration of examinations; and
8. the proposed acquisition, sale, or lease of real property or the proposed acquisition of
securities, or sale or exchange of securities, but only when publicity would substantially
affect the value thereof.
The motion to go into executive session shall be detailed enough to allow the public to
understand the topic the Board will be discussing, without disclosing specifics. Discussion in
executive session shall be limited to the topic(s) identified in the motion.
A Board may not take action in executive session except to vote on disciplinary charges
against a tenured employee.
Individual Board members, acting on their own, shall not disclose matters discussed in
executive session. However, the Board, acting as a whole, may decide to disclose such information
where disclosure is not prohibited under the law.
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Minutes shall be taken at executive sessions of any action that is taken by a formal vote and should
consist of a record or summary of the final determination of such action and the date and vote
thereon, provided, however, that such summary shall not include any matter which is not required
to be made public by the Freedom of Information Law. Minutes taken shall be available to the
public within one week from the date of the executive session.
Adoption date: 2/26/20
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Memo To: Members of the Board of Education
From: Mark Secaur, Ed.D., Ralph Marino Jr., Ed.D.
Date: February 26, 2020
Subject: Policy #2700 Board Staff Communications
For Approval. This policy was initially adopted in 1999, and reviewed by the policy committee. There were no recommended changes by the policy committee. The policy was initially reviewed at the January 15th BOE work meeting and sent to stakeholders. There have been no changes since the initial review.
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HEWLETT-WOODMERE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Policy 2700 BOARD-STAFF COMMUNICATIONS The success of any school system requires effective communication between the Board of Education and school staff. Such communication is necessary for facilitating proposals for the continuing improvement of the educational program and for the proper disposition of personnel problems which may arise. The main goal of both the Board and the staff is to provide the best possible educational opportunities for the entire community. To achieve this end, good Board-staff relations must be maintained in a climate of mutual trust and respect. At the same time, the Board in exercising its public trust to provide thorough and efficient public education, cannot dissipate or transfer its responsibilities. In accordance with good personnel practice, staff participation in the development of educational and personnel policies will be encouraged and facilitated. The Superintendent of Schools, as professional leader of the staff and the chief executive of the Board, will develop appropriate methods to keep staff fully informed of the Board's problems, concerns and actions, and for staff to communicate information related to district operations. All communications and reports to the Board from staff members and staff organizations will be submitted to the Board through the Superintendent. All official communications, policies, and directives of staff interest and concern will be communicated to staff members through the Superintendent. However, this will not be construed as denying the right of any staff member to appeal any action or decision of the Superintendent to the Board. All effective means of facilitating channels of communication between the Board and staff will be explored in order to promote close and cooperative action for the continuing improvement of the educational program and the mutual benefit of the school system and the community. Adopted: 6/10/99 Reviewed: 2/26/20