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TRENTON BOARD OF EDUCATION108 North Clinton Avenue

Trenton, New Jersey 08609BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Monday – June 9, 2014 – 5:30 PM

Completed June 16, 2014Convened at 5:33 P.M.

Call to OrderBoard President Patrice Daley called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m.

Pledge of AllegiancePresident Daley led the salute to the flag.

Roll CallPresent:Roslyn Council – arrived 5:44 p.m.Peter HerediaDenise MillingtonSasa Olessi MontañoJason Redd – arrived 5:46 p.m.Jane RosenbaumPatrice Daley

Absent:Mary Taylor-HayesGerald Truehart II

Superintendent of Schools – Dr. Francisco Durán - Present

Business Administrator/Board Secretary – Jayne Howard - Present

New Jersey Sunshine Law - Read by Board President Daley

The New Jersey Public Meetings Law was enacted to ensure the right to the public to have advanced notice of and to attend the meetings of public bodies at which any business affecting their interest is discussed or acted on.

On the rules of this act, the Trenton Board of Education has caused notice of this meeting by publicizing the date, time and place, therefore posted in the Central Services Building, 108 North Clinton Avenue, City Clerk’s Office, City Hall and the Times. Anyone whose name is on the mailing list should receivea notice.

Formal action will take place at this meeting.

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Adoption Of AgendaPresident Daley advised there are two addendums to tonight’s agenda. She asked for a motion to adopt the agenda.

Motion was made by Ms. Montaño and seconded by Dr. Rosenbaum to adopt theagenda with the addendums. With four (4) Yes votes and one (1) Abstention, theagenda with addendums was adopted by all Board Members present.

ROLL CALL YES NO ABSTAINRoslyn Council not present for votePeter Heredia X

Denise Millington XSasa Olessi Montaño XJason Redd not present for voteJane Rosenbaum XMary Taylor-Hayes absentGerald Truehart II absentPatrice Daley X

PERFORMANCE OF EXCELLENCEThe Superintendent called everyone’s attention to the artwork displayed in the Auditorium. The artwork was created by students at Mott, Monument and Wilson Elementary Schools in collaboration with the Princeton University Art Museum. Art Teachers responsible for the showcase are Ms. Denise Smith from Wilson, Ms. Kathryn Hurlman from Monument and Ms. Susan Kiley from Mott.

Principal Elizabeth Ramirez proudly presented the Dunn Middle School Concert Band and Jazz Quintet Ensemble. Under the baton of band director Mr. Nathan Cohen (a recipient of the Governor’s Teacher of the Year Award), students performed Oye Como Va, Killer Joe, Mercy Mercy Mercy and Feels So Good. Additionally, on July 25, the Dunn Middle School Jazz Quintet has been invited by VH1 to perform in The Hamptons for many donors, celebrities and musicians.

BOARD COMMENTS ON PERFORMANCEPresident Daley said the students performed excellently, and they represent the many talents that Trenton students have. She felt that our students’ excellence should be highlighted frequently.

SPECIAL RECOGNITIONThe Superintendent welcomed the TCHS Main Inspirational Choir, who won four firstplace awards at the Music in the Parks national competition:

Most Outstanding High School Mixed Chorus Award with a Superior (perfect) rating

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Most Outstanding Overall Choir of the Competition Award Most Outstanding Soloist (second year in a row) – Jaquan Colvin Esprit De Corps Award – this is a “non-musical” award that honors the

ensemble that best exemplifies respect, devotion and enthusiasm for their fellow competitors.

Students were presented with certificates in recognition of their achievements. Ms. Adrienne Hill, Vice Principal of the Visual & Performing Arts Academy, stated that the experience of watching the development of the students was amazing. She saidthe trip was a labor of love, and she is very proud of their achievements. Students Andrew Holt, Brian Kelly and Jhaneile Jackson spoke about the trip from the students’ viewpoint. Choir Director Mr. Gary Taylor thanked the entire Trenton community for their support. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the students for over 23 years. He said that never in his history in Trenton has the Choirwon all four major awards.

Ms. Montaño said the students’ talent is superior, and she is most proud of the EspritDe Corps Award. She said the students have made Trenton proud, and they will continue to be successful. She thanked them for their dedication and commitment.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION – AGENDA ITEMS ONLYMs. Livonia Mitchell, an engineer at Schlumberger Oil Field Services, provided the Board with information on a program they would like to bring to the District.

SUPERINTENDENT’S REMARKSSuperintendent Durán briefly discussed the Youth Summit held on April 12. Student participants reported to the Board on the successes of the day’s program, along withstudent feedback (handout attached). A highlight video of the Youth Summit is available through the District website.

The Superintendent reported that the President of the Student New Jersey Education Association (SNJEA) at The College of New Jersey has reached out to the District to build a library at Rivera Middle School.

Dr. Durán reminded the public of the next monthly SDA Board Committee meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, July 8 at 5:00 PM in the Angelia Ellis Auditorium at the Administration Building. He also invited all to attend the second annual Music and Arts Festival the following evening.

BOARD MEMBER COMMENTSMs. Millington stated she had received an email regarding transportation to after school programs for disabled children. She said that for years, this service was provided; but now families are being told that their student(s) can only be dropped off at home. Ms. Millington said that the student’s IEP will indicate where to transport them after school, and the District needs to make accommodations for

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these students. Ms. Howard responded that there has not been a policy change, and the District transports students according to their IEPs. She stated she will discuss this with Ms. Patricia Mazzuca, Interim Assistant Superintendent for Special Ed, to ensure that transportation information is accurate.

Ms. Montaño complimented the Superintendent for including the student presentation on the Youth Summit in his remarks to the Board. She said the presentation was flawless, and she hoped this can become a yearly occurrence to highlight the positives in Trenton.

Ms. Montaño said there was a newspaper article this week regarding the revival of the Gifted and Talented program. She expressed pride in the role the Board took in promoting the program.

Ms. Montaño discussed the importance of public participation in the monthly SDA Board Committee meetings. She also asked for a status update, recalling that the Board had requested a specific staff position reporting directly to the Superintendent on a monthly basis. Dr. Durán asked State Monitor Dr. Les Richens to respond. Dr.Richens stated that the RFP as he understood it was for a construction managementcompany to supervise the TCHS Main project, and the SDA will be doing this. He said he is working on getting a job description for an individual to be hired, and he will share this with the Board. He stated that this could be a person already on staff, adding that candidate interviews will be held with a committee of the Board. Dr. Richens said a recommendation will then be made for an individual to be on site to raise the Board’s questions and concerns, and to provide subsequent status updates.

At this time, Superintendent Durán welcomed new Board Member Mr. Peter Heredia. Mr. Heredia stated that he looks forward to working with everyone on meeting the challenges of the District. Ms. Daley also welcomed Mr. Heredia and said it is nice to have another parent on the Board. Mr. Heredia said he is very passionate about education, and he particularly enjoyed the musical presentations this evening.

PRESENTATIONS TO THE BOARDMr. Durán stated he is very pleased to have the Progressive Science Initiative and the Progressive Math Initiative in the District. He welcomed Ms. Rosemary Knab from the New Jersey Center for Teaching & Learning to discuss the program in more detail (handout attached).

Ms. Denise Holguin and Ms. Francesca Sohl from ARAMARK Education presented onthe Dinner Program in the District (handout attached). The Board had the following questions and comments:

Availability of the program at TCHS Main and Daylight/Twilight Appreciation for the program

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Eligibility requirements for students Timeline for phasing in the program Availability to parents

At this time, Mr. Redd asked the Superintendent and Board President to consider having both public comment periods earlier in the agenda, due to the large number of parents who attend, some with small children.BOARD DISCUSSION & ACTION ON CONSENT AGENDA

Meeting Minutes:Board Organization Meeting Minutes for May 16, 2014Board Regular Meeting & Executive Session Minutes for May 28, 2014

There were no comments or questions on the Meeting Minutes.

Superintendent’s Recommendations:Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment & Professional Development/Special Ed & Student Services (1)Human Resources (2)Finance & Facilities (3)

Ms. Millington called the Board’s attention to Curriculum Item H. She asked if there is a reason why the first evidence collection is separated for 3-12 Special Ed students. Ms. Lucy Feria, Chief Academic Officer, responded that the assessment for Special Ed students is in alignment with when the State does assessments. Also, the Scholastic Math Inventory and Scholastic Reading Inventory are given up to 9th grade for General Ed students but up to 11th grade for Special Ed students. This is due to the student’s IEP.

Ms. Millington called the Board’s attention to Curriculum Items E and J. She stated that according to a recent article in the newspaper, the State may be proposing major changes to Science and Health/Phys Ed guidelines. Ms. Feria responded thatshe has not seen this article, but the District’s Phys Ed curriculum and assessments have been aligned to the Common Core State Standards. She said this work was started last year, and it continues with Professional Development and updating the standards. She added that there will be major changes to Next Generation Science,and this will be updated by Curriculum writers. The Superintendent added that Item E is specific to helping Health/Phys Ed teachers develop appropriate Student Growth Objectives. Any changes made will be reflected in the Curriculum.

Board Committee Reports:Curriculum, 5/22/14Operations, 5/21/14

There were no comments or questions on the Board Committee Reports.

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Board Policies (First Reading):3221 – Evaluation of Teachers3223 – Evaluation of Administrators, Excluding Principals, Vice Principals3224 – Evaluation of Principals, Vice Principals and Assistant Principals

Ms. Montaño asked if the policies worked their way through the Policy/FACE Committee with full discussion. Ms. Smallwood-Johnson, Executive Director for Legal and FACE, stated that the first reading is tonight, with the second reading scheduled for the June 23 Board meeting. She said the policies were taken to the Policy/FACE Committee, and they are pursuant to the NJ TEACH regulations.

Motion was made by Ms. Montaño and seconded by Dr. Rosenbaum to approve the Consent Agenda with the two Addendums. The Consent Agenda with Addendums was approved by all Board Members present.

ROLL CALL YES NO ABSTAINRoslyn Council XPeter Heredia XDenise Millington XSasa Olessi Montaño XJason Redd XJane Rosenbaum XMary Taylor-Hayes absentGerald Truehart II absentPatrice Daley X

HUMAN RESOURCES ADDENDUM: Emergent HireBE IT RESOLVED that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the following emergent hire :

1. Dr. Kendra Johnson – Assistant Superintendent/Chief Academic Officer – Administration Building, at the salary of $155,000, effective July 7, 2014 through June 30, 2015, pro-rated.

CURRICULUM ADDENDUM: Student Study Trips BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following field trips:

Agen Applicant School Destination Purpose No. ofStud-ents

Date Funds Cost GAAPCode

Revisedfrom Feb.10 agenda

Lauren ImbalzanoADD THE

FOLLOWINGCHAPERONES:

Tiana Adair

DunnMiddle

Baltimore Nat’lAquarium

SWBATdiscover how

different kindsof living thingshave adapted to

250 06-10-14

Board $18090.50 15-000-270-512-0000-00-

1015-190-

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Ashley HaszkoMcKenzie Madreperl

Aricia JoasilJoanna Bohnel

Marie Myrline-JeanRobert Rubino

Ariel RiveraFateema Nelson

Kulbhushan SharmaWalter Kelly

Joseph KarkowskyKiran Little

Leslie Spear-YoungbloodCarmen Sanchez

Kari PettoriniAllison Finnerty

Katherine Kuzma-BeckRobert Lee

Joseph HankinsDonna GreenAntonio RuizNormal PaulPam Hughes

life in oceans 100-590-0000-00-

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SUPERINTENDENT’S RECOMMENDATIONS:

1. CURRICULUM, ASSESSMENT, INSTRUCTION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/ SPECIAL ED & STUDENT SERVICES

a. Proposal for Curriculum and Assessment Alignment Project for High School Science and Technology

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for Curriculum and Assessment Alignment Project for High School Science and Technology for the period July 1, 2014 to August 31, 2014 at a cost not to exceed $23,760.00. Under the supervision and guidance of a curriculum supervisor/administrator, twenty teachers will align curriculum and common quarterly/unit assessments for the following courses: Chemistry, Honors Chemistry, Physical Science, Honors Physical Science, Physics (Traditional; not PSI), Earth Science, Human Anatomy and Physiology I & II, Forensics and Technology-CLC102.Account Code: 11-000-221-110-0009-00-81

b. Proposal for Instructional Technology Professional Development

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for Instructional Technology Professional Development on August 18 & 19, 2014 at a cost not to exceed $47,958.00. The training for all teachers of Grades K-2 will cover the following areas: iPad management/safety and best classroom apps, presenting from devices, internet resources for the core curriculum, digital story telling, resources for interactive lessons and checks for understanding. Training will be held at Mott, Dunn, Monument and P. J. Hill Schools.Account Code: 20-275-200-101-0009-15-82

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c. Proposal for Danielson Administrator Training

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for Danielson Administrator Training on August 20, 21 & 28, 2014 at a cost not to exceed $16,000.00. The Danielson Group will provide intensive two-day training for new administrators, and an advanced one-day refresher course for veteran administrators. The total cost includes $13,500.00 for consultant The Danielson Group.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchaseorder and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant.Account Codes: 20-275-200-300-0000-15-82 and 20-275-200-600-0000-15-82

d. Proposal for Stress Management Workshop for Administrators

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for Stress Management Workshop for Administrators on June 27, 2014 at a cost not to exceed $895.00. Consultant Sa Mut/ Mama Yoga will present Mama Yoga’s Wellness for Educators Professional Development at Educational Testing Service. Topics covered will be movement, nutrition for balance and well being, and stress management techniques.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchaseorder and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant.Account Code: 20-275-200-101-0009-14-82

e. Proposal for Physical Education Professional Development

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for Physical Education Professional Development on October 20, 2014 at no cost to the Board. The Foundation of Educational Administration will work with teachers and establish where assessment fits into the learning cycle. Teachers will identify evidence to measure student growth in the SGO process.

f. Resolution to Collaborate with the Trenton Public Education Foundation

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Resolution to Collaborate with the Trenton Public Education Foundation (TPEF) in support of Robotics after school programs for the school year 2014-2015 at no cost to the Board. The TPEF will provide funding to cover after school program costs for LEGO Robotics and FIRST Robotics programs, with the exception of teacher stipends, at the following schools: Robeson Elementary School, Hedgepeth Williams Middle School, TCHS Main and the Ninth Grade Academy.

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g. Educational Services Contract – Teachscape, Inc. Danielson Certification Annual License

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for an Educational Service Contract with Teachscape, Inc. for the Danielson Certification Annual License for the school year 2014-2015 at a cost not to exceed $8,379.00. The program is a self-paced online solution for training, assessing and maintaining observer proficiency when applying the Framework for Teaching evaluation instrument to teaching practice. All Administrators will complete the modules and score proficient on the assessment.


h. Resolution to Adopt the 2014-2015 Assessment Calendar and the 2014-2015 Comprehensive Master Schedule of Professional Development

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the adoption of the 2014-2015 Assessment Calendar and the 2014-2015 Comprehensive Master Schedule of Professional Development (Attachments 1-H-1 and 1-H-2).

i. Proposal for In-Service Day for Selected Music Teachers

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for In-Service Day for Selected Music Teachers on June 10, 2014 at no cost to the Board. The following teachers will rehearse and prepare the sound system and lighting for the Music & ArtsFestival:

TEACHER SCHOOLMichael Waluk Daylight/Twilight HSNathan Cohen Dunn MSJoshua Suslak Dunn MSDavid Lerner Hedgepeth Williams MSLindita Lole Kilmer MSSteve Merdian Grant ESBarrington Brown Grant ESJoseph Pucciatti TCHS MainTed Plunkett TCHS MainGary Taylor TCHS MainEucles Moore TCHS WestLisa Lombardelli Washington ESJohn Casalino Robbins ESAaron Brooks M. L. King ESJeff McKeen M. L. King ESMickell Jackson Parker ESRonald Fell Jefferson ES

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j. Proposal for Professional Development for Health and Physical Education Teachers

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for Professional Development for Health and Physical Education Teachers on June 27, 2014 at a cost not to exceed $7,488.00. Teachers and coaches will receive training in CPR, firstaid and recognizing signs of concussion. This training is needed for State Certification.Account Code: 20-275-200-101-0009-15-82

k. Proposal for Professional Development Support for Interventionist Teachers

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for Professional Development Support for Interventionist Teachers for the period August 1-29, 2014 at a cost not to exceed $16,742.00. Three Interventionist Teachers and three SIOP Teachers will prepare for the various district-wide professional development activities scheduled from August 18-29.Account Code: 20-275-200-101-0009-15-82

l. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Mercer Street Friends

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Mercer Street Friends for a community schools initiative as per the terms and conditions of the MOU (Attachment 1-L)

CURRICULUM, ASSESSMENT, INSTRUCTION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - SCHOOLS:

m. Student Study Trips BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following field trips:

Agenda Applicant School Destination Purpose No. ofStud-ents

Date Funds Cost GAAPCode

Revisedfrom 5/24

agenda

Maye, Magie,Baker 7 Bester

Rivera MiddleSchool

Planetarium Students will observepatterns that occur

as a result of theinteraction betweenthe Earth, Moon and

the Sun

22 6/6/2014REVISED

$0 No Costto Board

Revisedfrom

1/27/14Board

Meeting

Countess Irvin,Terry Troup

TCHSChambers

Fort Dix, NJ Cadets will competealongside other

JROTC Programs inpursuit of individual

trophies.

25 5/8/2014 Board $450.00(Revised)

15-000-270-512-0000-00-

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Revisedfrom

1/27/14Board

Meeting


TCHSChambers

Fort Dix, NJ Cadets will enhanceleadership skillsalongside other

JROTC

30 6/26 –7/2/2014(Revised)

Board $7472.36(Revised)

15-000-270-512-0000-00-

05

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Revisedfrom

11/25/13Board

Meeting


TCHSChambers

Wildwood, NJ Cadets will berequired to march na parade hosted byveterans across the

nation.

45 6/14/2014 Board $1472.71(Revised)

15-000-270-512-0000-00-

05

Revisedfrom

12/16/13Board

Meeting


TCHSChambers

Princeton, NJ Cadets will performin drill competition.

50 5/24/2014 Board $522.24(Revised)

15-000-270-512-0000-00-

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June Bill O’Neal,Kira Royster

TCHS – West Newark, NJ Dodge PoetryFestival

12 10/24/2014 Board $140.00 15-190-100-590-0000-00-

04June Amy Scott-

Randolph,Tonya Grant-

Brown

DTHS Trenton, NJ Junior Celebrationfor Life Skills

Program

10 6/13/2014 $0 No Costto Board

June Ms. Russo, Mr.Rogers, Mrs.Brown, Mrs.

Nelson

Dunn MiddleSchool

Lawrenceville,NJ

Students will learnabout the importanceof team building and

team work.

40 6/11/2014 $0 No Costto Board

Revisedfrom

11/25/13Board

Meeting

Y. Phillips, Mr.Lee, Ms. Reyes

Dunn MiddleSchool

Clementon, NJ To reward SGArepresentatives for

working toaccomplish all thegoals set for 2013-

2014

30 6/12/2014 Board $433.50(Revised)

15-000-270-512-0000-10

June Marsha Martin,Howard Marks,Keith Wallace,

AndrewGoulburn,

Mary Smart

Rivera MiddleSchool

Middleton, NJ AT&T JobMentoring

40 6/11/2014&

6/18/2014

$0 No Costto Board

Revisedfrom

5/28/14agenda

KatharinJohnson,Darlene

Horton-Harris,Luc Miller,Jonathan

Reiner, Mr.Feeney

Kilmer MiddleSchool

HolidaySkating Rink

All students willutilize safe, efficient

and effectivemovement to develop

and maintain ahealthy, active

lifestyle.

250 6/5/2014 Board $949.61(Revisedfrom $0)

15-000-270-512-0000-00-24 NEW

Revisedfrom

04-14-2014Board

Meeting

S. Longo FranklinElem

Franklin Park Students willparticipate in

competition topromote healthy

bodies

430 06-13-2014 Board $1100.00 15-190-100-610-

0000-0019

Revisedfrom

12-16-2013Board

Meeting

Archie Jones Grant Elem. PhiladelphiaZoo

Students willinvestigate habitats

& adaptations ofvarious species totheir ecosystems

16306-13-2014 Board $708.00 15-000-

270-512-0000-00-

20

June DeniseHallinan

Monument Sayen Gardens To identify the lifecycles of humans &

other organisms

50 06-18-2014 Board $300 15-000-270-512-0000-00-

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n. Resolution for Student Intern Nyanpu Kerkulah at M. L. King Elementary School

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Resolution for Student Intern

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Nyanpu Kerkulah at M. L. King Elementary School for the period September through December 2014 at no cost to the Board. Under the direction of Ms. Linda Wyatt-Simpson, Ms. Kerkulah wishes to fulfill the requirements in the School Counseling Program at Wilmington University in Delaware.

o. Proposal for 2014-2015 Common Core PD Institute at Grant Elementary School

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for 2014-2015 Common Core PD Institute at Grant Elementary School for the period August 2014 throughJune 2015 at a cost not to exceed $17,311.00. All K-5 teachers willl be offered the opportunity to participate in site-based needs aligned professional development that iscorrelated to the Common Core Standards and the NJ model curriculum. These PD opportunities will link directly to the needs of Grant School as identified in the SchoolImprovement Plan for 2014-2015.Account Code: 15-120-100-101-0009-00-20

p. Proposal for Summer Technology Academy at Grant Elementary School

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for Summer Technology Academy at Grant Elementary School for the period July 7, 2014 through August 1, 2014 at a cost not to exceed $33,600.00. A minimum of 60-100 identified students will be instructed in small groups of 10 students with an emphasis on Language Arts literacy and Mathematical fluency through the use of traditional intervention programs and technology-assisted programs.Account Code: 15-120-100-101-0009-00-20

q. Proposal for 2014-2015 AM/PM Supervision at P. J. Hill Elementary School

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for 2014-2015 AM/PM Supervision at P. J. Hill Elementary School for the period September 8, 2014 through June 30, 2015 at a cost not to exceed $23,900.00. The program will provide 500 students in Grades PreK-5 with a safe and secure atmosphere both before and after the regular school day.Account Code: 15-421-200-110-0009-00-32

r. Revised Proposal for Extended Day Intervention, Enrichment and Mentoring at P. J. Hill Elementary School

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Revised Proposal for Extended Day Intervention, Enrichment and Mentoring at P. J. Hill Elementary School for the period January 20, 2014 through June 30, 2014 at a cost not to exceed $23,900.00. The program will provide 100 students in Grades 3 & 5 with additional instruction in Language Arts and Math to increase student achievement on the NJASK. This program was originally Board approved on November 25, 2013. The revision is needed to extend the program through June 30, 2014 and to change GAAP Codes.Account Codes: 15-120-100-101-0009-00-32, 15-190-100-106-0000-00-32 and 15-190-100-610-0000-00-32

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s. Resolution and Proposal for Partnership with Middlesex County College on CTEP Program at TCHS Main

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Resolution and Proposal for Partnership with Middlesex County College on CTEP Program at TCHS Main for the 2014-2015 school year at no cost to the Board. The program of study will allow students to earn college credit while completing their marketing studies in the Career & Technical Education Program.

t. Resolution and Proposal for Collaboration on Project Lead the Way Program at TCHS Main

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Resolution and Proposal for Collaboration on Project Lead the Way Program at TCHS Main for the 2014-2015 school year at no cost to the Board. The program development project will be a collaboration among Trenton Public Schools (TCHS STEM Academy), Project Lead the Way, Rowan University and Rochester Institute of Technology. The following Core Strands will be developed: Biomedical Academy, Pathway to Engineering, and Computer Science & Software Engineering.

u. Proposal for NJ CARES Beautification Project at Franklin Elementary School

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation ofthe Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for NJ CARES Beautification Project at Franklin Elementary School on June 14, 2014 at no cost to the Board. Volunteers will paint line games, a U. S. map and fresh parking lines. Volunteers will also perform general landscaping, remove wallpaper in classrooms and apply fresh paint.

v. Proposal for NJ CARES Program at Robbins Elementary School

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for NJ CARES Program at Robbins Elementary School on June 21, 2014 at no cost to the Board. Volunteers will paint the United States map, line games and a fitness track on the school’s blacktop. They will also enhance the school’s outdoor space with raised flower beds and new general landscaping, in addition to painting canvas murals to decorate the school.

w. Proposal for Summer Food Program at Robbins Elementary School

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for Summer Food Programat Robbins Elementary School for the period July 1 through August 7, 2014 at no cost to the Board. This federally funded program will provide students attending thesummer school program with nutritious meals.

x. Proposal for Lexia Summer Program at Monument Elementary School

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BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for Lexia Summer Programat Monument Elementary School for the period July 1 through August 7, 2014 at no cost to the Board. This academic intervention program for students in Grades 1-4 is being funded through the NAACP.

y. Proposal for 2014-2015 Twilight/Adult Night School Program at Daylight/Twilight HS

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for 2014-2015 Twilight/Adult Night School Program at Daylight/Twilight HS at a cost not to exceed $93,476.00. Certified staff will provide classroom instruction and independent assignments to adult students so they may earn credit towards their high school diploma.Account Code: 13-601-100-101-0000-00-35

z. Proposal for Tornado Alley Summer Transition Experience (TASTE) for Incoming Ninth Graders

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for Tornado Alley Summer Transition Experience (TASTE) for Incoming Ninth Graders for the period July 7through August 1, 2014 at a cost not to exceed $39,520.00. The four-week summer program will consist of the following components: Academic Instruction, Character Education and Transition/Life Skills, Career Exploration, Leadership Development, Field Trips and Clubs.Account Codes: 15-422-100-101-0000-00-05, 15-190-100-320-0000-00-05, 15-190-100-610-0000-00-05 and 15-000-270-512-0000-00-05

aa. Proposal for 2014-2015 Extended Day Intervention, Enrichment and Mentoring at P. J. Hill Elementary School

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Proposal for 2014-2015 Extended Day Intervention, Enrichment and Mentoring at P. J. Hill Elementary School forthe period October 6, 2014 through May 27, 2015 at a cost not to exceed $30,930.00. The program will provide 100 students in Grades 3 & 5 with additional instruction in Language Arts and Math to increase student achievement on the NJASK.Account Codes: 15-120-100-101-0009-00-32 and 15-190-100-610-0000-00-32

bb. Resolution and Proposal for Rider University Minding Our Business Spring Program at Dunn Middle School

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Resolution and Proposal for Rider University Minding Our Business Spring Program at Dunn Middle School for theperiod February 3, 2015 to May 8, 2015 at a cost not to exceed $5,000.00. The program will serve 30 students in Grades 6-8. Students will participate in fifteen 90-

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minute training sessions with Rider University students as mentors in the areas of personal and vocational development through entrepreneurship education.


2. HUMAN RESOURCES

a. Abolishment of PositionBE IT RESOLVED that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the following abolishment of positions :

1. Approve the abolishment of the position Transportation Specialist,Transportation Department, effective July 1, 2014.

2. Approve the abolishment of the position of Administrative I Secretary, Trenton High School-Chambers, effective July 1, 2014.

b. Creation of Position(s)BE IT RESOLVED that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the following creation of positions :

1. Approve the creation of the position Transportation Manager, Transportation Department, effective July 1, 2014, salary in accordance with Business & Technical

Contract (Guide B). NOTE: Replacing the Transportation Specialist.

2. Approve the creation of the position and job description for Behavior Specialist (3) – Special Education Department, effective July 1, 2014, salary in accordance with TEA contract. attachment 2-b-2

3. Approve the creation of the position Administrative II Secretary, Trenton High School-Chambers (HRTB), effective July 1, 2014, salary in accordance with

TESA contract. NOTE: Replacing the Administrative I Secretary position.

4. Approve the creation of the position Administrative I Secretary, Robbins Annex, effective July 1, 2014, salary in accordance with TESA contract.

NOTE: Position required for opening of school.

c. Retirement(s)BE IT RESOLVED that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the following retirements:

1. Ms. Maria Santiago – 29 years of service – Parent Liaison – Bilingual Department/Administration Building, effective July 1, 2014.

2. Ms. Florence Reynolds – 49 years of service – School Counselor – Parker Elementary School, effective July 1, 2014.

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d. Resignation(s) BE IT RESOLVED that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the following resignations:

1. Ms. Kimberly Bryan – Kindergarten Teacher – Parker Elementary School, effective July 1, 2014.

2. Ms. Joan Spampinato – Elementary Teacher (Gr. 3) - King Elementary School, effective July 1, 2014.

3. Mr. Anthony Benjamin – Principal – Franklin Elementary School, effective August 6, 2014.

e. Appointment(s) BE IT RESOLVED that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendations

of the Superintendent of Schools, approved the following appointment(s):

1. Mr. Nicholas Barbato- from: Computer Teacher – Monument Elementary School, to: Instructional Technology Teacher, Curriculum Department, at the salary of $83,600 ($82,100 Step 14, MA+60-TEA + $1,500 dual certification) , effective September 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. NOTE: Replacing S. Martin who was re-assigned.

2. Ms. Sandra Iturbides- from: SIOP Intervention Teacher, Curriculum Department, from the salary of $86,860-MA+30, Step 15-TEA, to: Supervisor of Bilingual/World Languages, Curriculum Department, at the salary of $100,601Step 1, effective July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. NOTE: Replacing R. Monkan who retired.

3. Approve the following staff as Summer Movers – Buildings & Grounds Department, at the rate of $15.00 per hour, effective July 1, 2014 throughAugust 31, 2014. (11-000-262-110-0009-52-61)

Linda Davis Marketa Nance Lorenzo GonzalezKaren Clark Justin Haughton Arnette CueMatthew Wormley Byron Carmichael Val-Tionette DowningRonald Beacham Kelli Williams John PackTasha Austin Nicole Warren Tunesha GoodwynMark Wall Janinne McClendon Tiffney HoltonAlexis Stroman Delores Snow Joseph KelloggAronya Downing Alfred Harris Jeffrey McCloudRebecca Matthews

4. Ms. Melanie Taylor- from: Middle School Mathematics Teacher, to: School Mathematics Leader, Rivera Middle School, at the salary of $60,900 BA, Step 10-TEA effective September 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015.NOTE: Replacing D. Devasagayaraj who was re-assigned.

5. Mr. Wayne Fischer – from: Mathematics Teacher, to: School Mathematics Leader, Daylight/Twilight High School, at the salary of $56,300 MA, Step 7-TEA, effective September 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015.

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NOTE: Replacing J. Chacko who was re-assigned.

f. Interim Appointment BE IT RESOLVED that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendations

of the Superintendent of Schools, approved the following interim appointment:

1. Ms. Gretchen Biancone-Goff – Interim Transportation Manager – Transportation Department, at $52,146 Step 9, effective July 1, 2014 through September 30, 2014.

NOTE: To extended interim appointment.

g. Leave(s) of Absence BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation

of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the following leave(s) of absence:

1. Ms. Sharon Zeppadoro – Language Arts Teacher – Rivera Middle School – medical leave of absence with pay, effective May 19, 2014 through June 2, 2014.

2. Ms. Robbin Demuth – School Nurse – Kilmer Elementary School – medical leaveof absence with pay, effective June 2, 2014 through June 26, 2014.

3. Ms. Martha Stephens – Custodian – Trenton High School – Chambers – medical leave of absence with pay, effective May 14, 2014 through June 16, 2014.

4. Ms. Barbara Smith – Custodian – Grant Elementary School – medical leave of absence with pay, effective May 23, 2014 through June 5, 2014.

5. Mr. Vernon Gregory – Custodian Engineer Gr 2 – Kilmer Elementary School – medical leave of absence with pay, effective June 12, 2014 through June 30, 2014.

6. Ms. Gwendolyn Green – Kindergarten Teacher – Columbus Elementary School – medical leave of absence with pay, effective May 23, 2014 through July 14, 2014.

7. Mr. William Young - Manager of Student Discipline/Attendance, Family & Community Engagement – FACE Department – medical leave of absence with pay, effective May 23, 2014 through June 30, 2014.

8. Mr. Mark Bekarciak – Special Education Teacher – Hedgepeth/Williams Middle School, medical leave of absence with pay, effective June 2, 2014 through June 13, 2014.

9. Mr. Jack Washington – Social Studies Teacher – Trenton High School-Chambers medical leave of absence with pay, effective May 15, 2014 through June 30,

2014.

10. Mr. James Lamons – Custodian – Hill Elementary School, medical leave of absence with pay, effective May 6, 2014 through June 12, 2014.

11. Ms. Bettina Franz – Mathematics Teacher – Rivera Middle School, medical leaveof absence with pay, effective May 21, 2014 through June 10, 2014.

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h. Extended Leave(s) of Absence BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation

of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the following extended leave(s) of absence:

1. Ms. Kim Christie – Transition/Intervention Teacher – Franklin Elementary School– extended medical leave of absence with pay, effective May 2, 2014 through June 18, 2014, and without pay, effective June 19, 2014 through June 30, 2014. NOTE: Original leave February 14, 2014 through May 1, 2014.

2. Ms. Kristine Burns – Elementary Teacher (Gr. 2) – Robeson Elementary School, extended medical leave of absence with pay, effective May 28, 2014 through June 2, 2014. NOTE: Original leave April 28, 2014 through May 27, 2014.

2. Ms. Pamela Smith-Walter – Health/Physical Education Teacher- Trenton High School-West, extended medical leave of absence without pay, effective

June 1, 21014 through June 30, 2014. NOTE: Original leave September 1, 2014 through May 31, 2014.

i. Return from Leave(s) of AbsenceBE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the following return from leave(s) of absence:

1. Ms. Marzell Munnerlyn-Brown – Elementary Teacher (Gr. 4) – Jefferson Elementary School – return from maternity leave of absence, effective June 24, 2014.

2. Mr. William Russell – Elementary Teacher (Gr. 1) – King Elementary School – return from medical leave of absence, effective April 14, 2014.

3. Ms. Yetunde Araromi – English Teacher – Kilmer Elementary School – return from maternity leave of absence, effective June 16, 2014.

4. Ms. Felice Farber – Science Teacher – Trenton High School – Chambers – return from medical leave of absence, effective May 19, 2014.

5. Ms. Ruth Rodriguez – Paraprofessional – Robbins Elementary School – return from medical leave of absence, effective May 20, 2014.

6. Ms. Rejon Littlepage – Special Education Teacher Resource Room – Kilmer Elementary School – return from medical leave of absence, effective May 19, 2014.

7. Ms. Regina Smith – Science Teacher – Dunn Middle School – return from medical leave of absence, effective June 1, 2014.

8. Ms. Kristen McShea – Special Education Teacher (Inclusion) – Trenton High School – West – return from medical leave of absence, effective May 27, 2014.

9. Ms. Kristine Burns – Elementary Teacher (Gr. 2) – Robeson Elementary School, return from medical leave of absence, effective June 3, 2014.

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10. Mr. Michael McQuade – Mason Journeyman – Buildings and Grounds Department, return from medical leave of absence, effective June 16, 2014.

j. Before and After School Programs BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation

of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the following before and after school programs:

1. Mr. Robert Prunetti – Head Wrestling Coach – Trenton High School – Chambers – at a stipend of $7,828.00, effective December 1, 2014 through March 15, 2015. (11-402-100-101-0009-00-55)

2. Mr. Anthony Carsella – Freshman Boys Soccer Coach – Trenton High School – Chambers – at a stipend of $4,828.00, effective August 12, 2014 through November 15, 2014. (11-402-100-110-0009-00-55)

3. Mr. Alan Thomas – JV Boys Soccer Coach – Trenton High School – Chambers – at a stipend of $5,871.00, effective August 12, 2014 through November 15, 2014. (11-402-100-101-0009-00-55)

4. Approve the following Teachers – Assistant Coaches – Trenton High School – Chambers – at a stipend of $5,088.00, effective December 1, 2014 through March 15, 2015. (11-402-100-101-0009-00-55)

NAME POSITIONShante Francis Girls Winter TrackRonald Butka Boys Winter Track

5. Approve the following Teachers – Assistant Coaches – Trenton High School – Chambers – at a stipend of $6,524.00. (11-402-100-101-0006-00-55)

NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATESLuther Morrison Girls Basketball December 1, 2014 through March 15, 2015Joe Fink Boys Soccer August 12, 2014 through November 15, 2014

6. Ms. Cathleen Cunningham – Assistant Swimming Coach – Trenton High School – Chambers – at a stipend of $6,424.00, effective November 15, 2014 through February 15, 2015. (11-402-100-101-0009-00-55)

7. Mr. Alvin Francis – Sporting Event Camera Operator – Trenton High School – Chambers – at rate of $36.00 per hour, effective September 9, 2014 through June 30, 2015. (11-402-100-101-0009-00-55) NOTE: Not to exceed $6,300.00 (35 games).

8. Approve the following Staff – Game Day Personnel – Ticket Sellers – Trenton High School – Chambers – at the rate of $55.00 per game, effective September 9, 2014 through June 30, 2015. (11-402-100-101-0009-00-55) NOTE: Not to exceed $4,675.00 (85 games) per participant.

Leslie Septor Nicole Bazemore

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9. Approve the following Staff – Game Day Personnel – Ticket Takers – Trenton High School – Chambers – at the rate of $55.00 per game, effective September 9, 2014 through June 30, 2015. (11-402-100-101-0009-00-55) NOTE: Not to exceed $4,675.00 (85 games) per participant.

Marketa Nance Alexis Stroman

10. Approve the following Staff – Game Day Personnel – Site Managers – Trenton High School – Chambers – at the rate of $55.00 per game, effective September 9, 2014 through June 30, 2015. (11-402-100-101-0009-00-55) NOTE: Not to exceed $4,250.00 (85 games) per participant.

Yvonne Diaz Dorothy DavisLaShon Encarnacion Donna Warn

11. Mr. Mohammed El-Sherbini – Assistant Wrestling Coach – Trenton High School – Chambers – at a stipend of $6,524.00, effective December 1, 2014 through March 15, 2015. (11-402-100-101-0009-00-55)

12. Approve the following Staff -ESY Summer Program (Training) - Hill ElementarySchool, effective July 2, 2014, One day only, (9:00 am – 1:00 pm), at the rate of$36.00 per hour. (11-4xx-100-110-0000-00-84)

Adrienne Agnoli Maureen Dougherty Kathleen MagieYazminelly Gonzalez Denise Davis Danielle InducciBrittany Lane Caryn Bester Rhonda BerryJane Gilroy Nicole Lowery Catherine DixonSusannah Bergdeldt Shannon Long Brittany PrestonBibi Bennett Enrique Rivera Jeremy CohenMichael Coe Joseph Misnik Armond HarrisTerri Harper Janice Phillips Silvia DeLeonStephanie Shaffer Renee McKee Brian L’Oiseau

13. Approve the following Special Education Teachers -ESY Summer Program – Hill Elementary School, effective July 7, 2014 through August 15, 2014 (8:30 am – 12:30 pm – Monday – Friday), at the rate of $42.00 per hour. (11-4xx-100-110-0000-00-84)

Adrienne Agnoli Maureen Dougherty Kathleen MagieYazminelly Gonzalez Denise Davis Danielle InducciBrittany Lane Caryn Bester Rhonda BerryJane Gilroy Nicole Lowery Catherine DixonSusannah Bergdeldt Shannon Long Brittany PrestonBibi Bennett Enrique Rivera Jeremy CohenMichael Coe Joseph Misnik Armond HarrisTerri Harper

14. Approve the following Speech Therapist -ESY Summer Program – Hill Elementary School, effective July 7, 2014 through August 15, 2014 (8:30 am – 12:30 pm – Monday – Friday), at the rate of $42.00 per hour. (11-000-216-104-0000-00-84) NOTE: Not to exceed $15,624.00

Janice PhillipsSilvia DeLeon

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Stephanie ShafferRenee McKee (Suhstitute)

15. Mr. Brian L’Oiseau - School Counselor -ESY Summer Program – Hill Elementary School, effective July 7, 2014 through August 15, 2014 (8:30 am – 12:30 pm – Monday – Friday), at the rate of $42.00 per hour. (11-4xx-100-110-0000-00-84) NOTE: Not to exceed $5,208.00

16. Approve the following Special Education Teachers (Substitutes) -ESY Summer Program – Hill Elementary School, effective July 7, 2014 through August 15, 2014 (8:30 am – 12:30 pm – Monday – Friday), at the rate of $42.00 per hour.

(11-4xx-100-110-0000-00-84) NOTE: To be assigned only as needed.

Katherine Garcia Gloria Wilkerson Dieisha CampbellMichelle Marrazzo Brittany Thomas Chelsea KingEmeka Ubah Clyde Haynes Jonathan GromSamuel Brown Shakida Anderson Tamara ShawBeittany Litteral Kathyrn Graf Jacqueline RiceFrancine Conyers

3. FINANCE & FACILITIES

a. Staff Travel

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, ratified staff attendance/participation in the following professional conferences, workshops, seminars or trainings with the requirements, that staff turn-key as required by administration those issues addressed at the approved professional development events which have relevance to improving instruction and/or operation of the school district.

Applicant Position School/Dept. Purpose Location Date Funds Cost GAAP Code

Curtis Aubry MathLeader

HedgepethWms

NJ GEAR UPSummer Institute –

Common Core &Assessments in

Algebra

New BrunswickNJ

6/24-26/14 $0 No cost tothe Board

Lasandra Stamper– Revised from2/24/14 agenda

Lit. Lead. Rivera The InternationalReading Assoc.

New Orleans,LA

5/8-13/2014Revised

Grant $2,874 20-275-200-500-0000-

14-82Patrice Daley Board

PresidentCSB NJ School Boards

Assoc. AnnualWorkshop

Atlantic CityNJ

10/28-30/14 Board $473 11-000-230-585-0000-

00-50Sasa Montaño Board

MemberCSB NJ School Boards


Atlantic CityNJ

10/28-30/14 Board $473 11-000-230-585-0000-

00-50Everene Downing Director CSB FEA Summer Wkshp

- DesigningInstruction

Monroe, NJ 8/6/2014 $0 No cost tothe Board

Everene Downing Director CSB FEA Summer Wkshp- Improving SGOs

Monroe, NJ 7/28/2014 $0 No cost tothe Board

Everene Downing Director CSB FEA Summer Wkshp- Common Core Meets

Digital Literacy

Monroe, NJ 7/29-31/2014

$0 No cost tothe Board

Janiece Latella Teacher TCHS NJDOE CommonCore Alignment

Trenton, NJ 6/10 &23/14


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Nicole Marino Teacher TCHS NJDOE CommonCore Alignment

Trenton, NJ 6/10 &23/14


Susan Johnson Admin IISec.

CSB Microsoft ExcelSeminar

Cherry Hill, NJ 6/26/2014 Board $99 11-000-252-500-0000-

00-64Stacie Chapman HR

AnalystCSB E-Learning for

recertification of PDTrenton NJ 6/14/14 Board $289 11-000-251-

580-0000-00-52

Fran Atchison Manager CSB 2014-15 NCLBEWEG Training

LawrencevilleNJ

6/12/14 $0 No cost tothe Board

Todd Schechter Asst.Compt.

CSB 2014-15 NCLBEWEG Training

LawrencevilleNJ


David Valeri Supv. ofStudentRecords

CentralServices

Staff Rights,Accountability and

School EthicsWorkshop

MonroeTownship

6/24/2014 Board $150.00 11-000-221-580-0000-

00-85

David Valeri Supv. ofStudentRecords

CentralServices

School Law UpdateWorkshop

MonroeTownship

6/17/2014 Board $150.00 11-000-221-580-0000-

00-85Paul Lakarosky Chairman

9th GradeAcademy

TCHS-Chambers

Designing andImplementing Student

Training Tips

Morris Plains,NJ

6/11 –6/13/2014

Board $300.00 15-000-223-580-0000-

00-05Barry Conboy Chair –

Hosp &Res

TCHS-Chambers

Designing andImplementing Student

Training Tips

Edison, NJ 10/8 –10/10/2014

Board $300.00 15-000-223-580-0000-

00-05Margarita Ioffe Science

TeacherTCHS-

ChambersNJ ScienceConvention

Princeton, NJ 10/14-15 /2014

Board $285.00 15-000-223-580-0000-

00-05Sheri Lowery Business

TeacherDTHS 2014 Teachers’

Workshop &Fellowship Program

New York, NY 6/23 –6/27/2014


Aricia Joasil SpecialEducationTeacher

DunnMiddleSchool

NJDE ProfessionalDevelopment –Writing and theCommon Core

NJDOETrenton, NJ


Linda Walsh LanguageArts

Teacher

DunnMiddleSchool


NJDOETrenton, NJ


Davon Rogers SocialStudiesTeacher

DunnMiddleSchool


NJDOETrenton, NJ


Kathryn Wolden LanguageArts

Teacher

DunnMiddleSchool


NJDOETrenton, NJ


Talithea Briggs Cultureand

ClimateLeader

Hedgepeth/Williams

2014 Anti-Bullyingand School Safety

Conference

Atlantic City,NJ

5/28 –5/29/2014(Revised)

Board $189.00 15-000-223-580-0000-

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Dana Oliver SpecialEducationTeacher

Hedgepeth/Williams


Conference

Atlantic City,NJ

5/28 –5/29/2014(Revised)

Board $189.00 15-000-223-580-0000-

00-08Regina

Thompson-Jenkins

ParentLiaison

Hedgepeth/Williams


Conference

Atlantic City,NJ

5/28 –5/29/2014(Revised)

Board $189.00 15-000-223-580-0000-

00-08Barbara Episale Media

SpecialistHedgepeth/Williams

American Assoc. ofLibrarians

National Conference

Hartford, CT 11/14 –11/16/2013


15-000-223-590-0000-

00-08Marva Downer-

BairdLiteracyLeader

KilmerMiddleSchool

NJAFPA SpringTraining Institute

Atlantic City,NJ

6/4 –6/5/014


15-000-223-580-0000-

00-24Thomas Tocci Math

TeacherKilmerMiddleSchool

Common Core StateStandards for Algebra

Grades 8-12

NewBrunswick, NJ

6/24 – 6/26 $0 No cost tothe Board

Paula Bethea Principal KilmerMiddle

RAC/Priority SchoolsProfessional

Trenton, NJ 6/17/2014 $0 No cost tothe Board

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School Development forPrincipals

Bernadette Trapp Principal RiveraMiddleSchool

RAC/Priority SchoolsProfessional

Development forPrincipals

Trenton, NJ 6/17/2014 $0 No cost tothe Board

Majeed, RehanRevised from 5/28

agenda

Special EdTeacher

P. J. Hill NJAFPA SpringTraining Institute

Atlantic CityNJ

6/4-5/14 Board $667.72(Revised)

15-000-223-580-1000-

00-32Jayne Howard Business

Admin.CSB NJ School Boards


Atlantic CityNJ

10/28-30/14 Board $473 11-000-230-585-0000-

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b. Resolution Authorizing Archway Programs to Continue Providing Lunch to Students with Disabilities for 2014-2015

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools hereby authorizes Archway Programs to continue providing lunch to students with disabilities for the 2014 – 2015 school year. Archway Programs will not charge the families of students with disabilities for the meals it provides, or apply for reimbursement from the Child Nutrition Program, and the cost of the lunch will continue to be included in the school’s tuition from September 2014 to June 2015.

c. Professional Services Contract – Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission BE IT RESOLVED; that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves a Professional Services Contract with Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission as a substitute provider of occupational services and speech services for the period July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015 at a cost not to exceed $20,000.00.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED; that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchaseorder and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant. Account Code: 11-000-219-320-0000-00-84

d. Revised Resolution to Approve Professional Services Contract with Staff Development Workshops for Parker Elementary School

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendationof the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Revised Resolution for a Professional Services Contract with Staff Development Workshops for Parker Elementary School for the period February 1, 2014 to June 30, 2014 at a cost not to exceed an additional $7,500.00. The program will provide teachers with additional strategies in writing to help students meet challenging district, state and Common Core State Standards. This program was Board approved on December 16, 2013 and revised on January 27, 2014. This revision is needed to increase the cost by $7,500.00 to fund additional training sessions.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a

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purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant.Account Code: 20-235-200-300-2700-14-82

e. Resolution Awarding Transportation Trip Quote May 29, 2014

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, awards the 2013/2014 Transportation Trip QuoteMay 29, 2014 to provide transportation for Franklin Elementary School to attend Liberty Science Center, in Jersey City. There will be 1 bus for a cost of $425.00.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the Board President and Business Administrator are authorized and directed to execute said contract on behalf of the Trenton Board of Education.Account Code: 15-000-270-512-0000-00-19

f. Resolution Awarding Transportation Trip Quote May 30, 2014

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, awards the 2013/2014 Transportation Trip QuoteMay 30, 2014 to provide transportation for P. J. Hill Elementary School to attend Liberty Science Center, in Jersey City. There will be 2 buses at $395.00 each for a total cost of $790.00.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the Board President and Business Administrator are authorized and directed to execute said contract on behalf of the Trenton Board of Education.Account Code: 15-000-270-512-0000-00-32

g. Resolution Awarding Transportation Trip Quote June 13, 2014 MT2

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, awards the 2013/2014 Transportation Trip QuoteJune 13, 2014 MT2 to provide transportation for Washington Elementary School to attend Medieval Times, in Lyndhurst. There will be 6 buses at $450.00 each for a total cost of $900.00.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the Board President and Business Administrator are authorized and directed to execute said contract on behalf of the Trenton Board of Education.Account: 15-000-270-512-0000-00-30

h. Resolution to Approve Registration for the Annual New Jersey School Boards Association Workshop

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, hereby approves a requisition in the amount of $1,200.00 for registration for the annual New Jersey School Boards Association Workshop to be held in Atlantic City on October 28-30, 2014.

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i. Resolution for Approval of Application and Acceptance of the ESEA-NCLB Grant for the Period July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Trenton Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Resolution for Application and Acceptance of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act-No Child Left Behind (ESEA-NCLB) Grant for the period July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015:

Title I Part A $5,703,379Title I Part A (Neglected) $ 12,310Title II Part A $1,072,731Title III $ 272,812Title III Immigrant $ 100,480

$ 7,161,712

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon acceptance, the above funds will be utilized for the purposes described in the ESEA-NCLB application filed with the NJ Department of Education and will be administered and monitored in accordance with the appropriate State and Federal regulations.

j. Resolution for Approval of Application and Acceptance of the IDEA EntitlementGrant for the Period July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Trenton Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Resolution for Application and Acceptance of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Grant for the period July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015:

IDEA – Basic $3,742,594IDEA – Basic (Nonpublic) $ 962IDEA – Preschool $ 75,025IDEA – Preschool (Nonpublic) $ 4,676

$ 3,817,619

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon acceptance, the above funds will be utilized for the purposes described in the IDEA application filed with the NJ Department of Education and will be administered and monitored in accordance with the appropriate State and Federal regulations.

k. Professional Services Contract – Dr. Elliot Gursky BE IT RESOLVED; that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves a Professional Services Contract with Dr. Elliot Gursky to provide psychiatric evaluations for students for the period July

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1, 2014 through June 30, 2015 at a cost not to exceed $500.00 per evaluation, for a total cost of $5,400.00.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED; that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchaseorder and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant. Account Code: 11-000-219-320-0000-00-84

l. Resolution for Approval of Application and Acceptance of the Perkins Grant forthe Period July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Trenton Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Resolution for Application and Acceptance of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act Grant for the period July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015 in the amount of $181,278.00.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon acceptance, the above funds will be utilized for the purposes described in the Perkins application filed with the NJ Department of Education and will be administered and monitored in accordance with the appropriate State and Federal regulations.

m. Resolution to Apply for a “Now is the Time” Project AWARE Location Education Agency Grant (Federal Grant Program)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Resolution to Apply for a “Now is the Time” Project AWARE Local Education Agency Grant for 2014-2015. The purpose of this program is to assist local educational agencies to begin to support the training of school personnel and other adults who interact with youth in both school settings and communities to detect and respond to mental illness in children and youth, including how to encourage adolescents and their families experiencing these problems to seek treatment. It is required that individuals be trained in Mental HealthFirst and or Youth Mental Health First Aid. By implementing this program, the federal office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) expects to achieve an increase in the mental health literacy of adults who interact with school-aged youth and increase awareness of mental health issues among school aged-youth. The grant will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services- SAMHSA, CFDA #93.243.

n. Resolution to Apply for a School Climate Transformation Grant – Local Education Agency Grants Program (Federal Grant Program)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Resolution to Apply for a School Climate Transformation Grant – Local Educational Grants for 2014-2015. The School Climate Transformation Grant Program provides competitive grants to local educational agencies (LEA) to develop, enhance, or expand systems of support for, and technical assistance to, schools implementing an evidence-based multi-tiered behavioral framework for improving behavioral outcomes and leaning conditions for all students. Under the absolute priority, the LEA must implement multi-tiered

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behavioral frameworks to improve school climate. The grant will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Education, CFDA #84.184G.

o. Resolution to Apply for a Project Prevent Grant (Federal Grant Program)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the Trenton Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Resolution to Apply for a Project Prevent Grant for 2014-2015. Project Prevent grants will enable local educational agencies to increase their capacity to identify, assess, and serve students exposed to pervasive violence, helping to ensure that affected students are offered mental health services for trauma or anxiety; support conflict resolution programs; and implement other school-based violence prevention strategies in order to reduce the likelihood that these students will later commit violent acts. The grant will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Education, CFDA #84.184M.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION – GENERALThe following people spoke on the issue of transporting Special Ed students to places other than their own homes: Nicole Whitfield, Rickeema Potter, Kowana Moore and various students.

Mr. Algernon Ward spoke about the Farewell to TCHS Main held the previous weekend. He also discussed returning the vocational training program for students at TCHS Main.

BOARD RESPONSE TO PUBLIC COMMENTSMs. Montaño asked the Superintendent to speak about the discussions regarding a vocational program at TCHS Main. Mr. Durán said that after the last SDA Board Committee meeting, he was asked to look at transportation, recruitment, knowledge base, plans for 8th graders to attend the Mercer County vocational program, data to indicate where vocational careers are, and the application process with the State. He said he has begun this work and will have a report for the Board.

Ms. Millington thanked the Board and the District for sending her to the Fourth Annual New York City Special Education Conference on June 3 and 4. She provided the Board with copies of information gleaned from the conference. The firstday of the conference was an all-day workshop on Federal Special Education Law. Other sessions Ms. Millington attended focused on motivating and building resiliencein every student, and supporting team outcomes in co-teaching.

ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION

Motion was made by Ms. Montaño and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting into Executive Session. All were in favor, 0 opposed 0 abstentions.

Ms. Daley read the Executive Session Resolution:

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WHEREAS, The Board of Education must discuss subjects concerning personnel matters, negotiations, and legal matters;

WHEREAS, The aforesaid subjects are not appropriate subjects to be discussed in public meeting; and,

WHEREAS, The aforesaid subjects to be discussed are within the exemptions which are permitted to be discussed and acted upon in closed executive session pursuant to P.L. 1975, Chapter 231, it is therefore

RESOLVED, That the aforesaid subjects shall be discussed in closed executive session by this Board and administrative staff at the conclusion of the public segment of this meeting, and information pertaining thereto will be made available to the public as soon thereafter as possible and once the reasons for nondisclosure no longer exist.

ADJOURN 7:59 PM

REOPEN PUBLIC MEETINGOpen Public Meeting reconvened at 8:19 PM

1. Legal Invoices for Payment Nicolas, et al. vs. TBOE, et al

Docket No. L-2947 1 1 (Mercer County)Reimbursement $648.13 to Mediation/Arbitration Services LLC

IMO Trenton Central High SchoolReimbursement $2,175.00 to Richard Shapiro

Motion was made by Ms. Millington and seconded by Ms. Council to approve the above item. The Legal Invoices for Payment were approved by all Board Members present.

ROLL CALL YES NO ABSTAINRoslyn Council XPeter Heredia XDenise Millington XSasa Olessi Montaño X

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Jason Redd XJane Rosenbaum XMary Taylor-Hayes absentGerald Truehart II absentPatrice Daley X

Motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting.

ADJOURN 8:21 p.m.

Respectfully submitted

Jayne S. Howard

Jayne S. HowardBusiness Administrator/Board Secretary

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