August, 2003 School Board Meeting

TROY AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT

TROY , PENNSYLVANIA

August 19, 2003

The regular monthly meeting of the Troy Area School District Board of Education was called to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Middle School Library by President Morgan. The following members were in attendance:

Mr. Balmer Mrs. May Mr. Olsyn

Mr. Curren (arrived late) Mr. Morgan

Mr. Debach Mrs. Morse

Mrs. Fox and Mrs. McKerrow were absent.

Also in attendance were: Mr. Grantier, Superintendent; Mrs. Decker, Business Administrator; Mrs. Bixby, Food Service Director; Mrs. Jackson, Transportation Director; Mrs. Clarke, Director of Support Services; Mr. Wood, Elementary Principal; Mr. Kulago, Middle School Principal; Mr. Strzelecki, High School Principal; Mr. Radcliffe, Technology

Integrator; Solicitor Williams and several citizens.

Mr. Morgan announced the directors held an executive session for the purpose of personnel issues on August 12, 2003 .

Minutes A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to approve the minutes of the July 8, 2003 Special Meeting and the July 15, 2003 regular meeting. On a voice call there were 6 yes votes.

Bills A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to approve the 2002/03 and 2003/04 General Fund and Federal Program bills, as well as, Construction Fund bills for payment as presented. The roll call vote was as follows:

Mr. Curren – yes Mrs. Morse – yes

Mr. Debach – yes Mr. Olsyn – yes

Mrs. May – yes Mr. Balmer – yes

Mr. Morgan – yes

Treasurer's Report

A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to approve the treasurer's report for the month of July, 2003. On a voice call there were 7 yes votes.

Liability Insurance

Policy Renewal

Mr. Paul Kreischer representing Henry Dunn, Inc. briefed the directors regarding the renewal of Property/General Liability, Worker's Compensation and Excess Liability Insurances. The premium associated with insurance Coverage is $ 85,684 effective September 1, 2003 . This represents an increase of approximately 6% above the premium assessed during the 2002/03 School Year. The coverage does include a change to the amount of insurance coverage for Springfield Elementary to be $ 50,000 due to not utilizing the building at the present time for students. The premium associated with this coverage was waived by PSBA. A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to approve the renewal of insurance effective 9/1/03 through 9/1/04 with Henry Dunn, Inc. with an associated premium of $ 85,684. The roll call vote was as follows:

Mr. Debach – yes Mr. Olsyn – yes

Mrs. May – no Mr. Balmer – yes

Mr. Morgan – yes Mr. Curren – yes

Mrs. Morse – yes

Federal Programs Report No report.

NTCC Report/IU Report

Mrs. Fox had no report for the NTCC as no meeting was held during July. Mrs. Fox did review for the directors at the work session that two buildings have been purchased by the BlaST Intermediate Unit; one is located in the Canton area and the other in the Industrial Park area located in Williamsport , PA.

Committee Reports

The committee reports had been reviewed at the work session.

Administrators Informational

Update

Mr. Grantier reported that an order error had occurred in regards to the High School Library computers. Two extra computers and large monitors have been received by the district and the company has granted permission to the district to keep these items received in error.

Change Order – WRC

A change order was granted to Robert Feaster Corporation to furnish and install forty linear feet of floor expansion joint in the W.R. Croman kitchen where movement has occurred. The associated rate of this change order is $1,765.00. The motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse for the approval of the change order. The roll call was as follows:

Mrs. May – yes Mr. Balmer – yes

Mr. Morgan – yes Mr. Curren – yes

Mrs. Morse – yes Mr. Debach - yes

Mr. Olsyn – yes

PDE 360 for 2002/03

A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to include the PDE 360, Safe Schools Report for School Year 2002-03 into the official minute book. On a voice call, there were 7 yes votes.

Vehicle Upgrade – Morgan

Bus Contractor, Wayne Morgan, was granted permission by the board to upgrade Van #OV8 from a 7-passenger, 1990 van to a 2003 7-passenger van effective September 2, 2003. The motion was made by Mrs. May, second by Mrs. Morse to grant the approval. On a voice call, there were 7 yes votes.

Bus Upgrade – Trojan

Transport, Inc. Bus Contractor, Trojan Transport Inc, was granted permission by the board to upgrade Bus #11 to a 2000 72- passenger bus effective September 2, 2003 . The motion was made by Mrs. May, second by Mr. Debach. On a voice call, there were 7 yes votes.

2003/04 District

Substitute Listing On a motion made by Mrs. May, second by Mr. Debach, the directors voted to approve the 2003/04 District Substitute Listing as presented. On a voice call, there were 7 yes votes.

Resignations:

Binford, Hall, Schrawder, and L. Ward

On a motion made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse, the directors accepted the following resignations, with regret:

• Tara Binford, Middle School 6 th Grade Teacher to be effective immediately;

• Jeremy Hall, Personal Care Aide to be effective July 10, 2003 ;

• Chad Schrawder, Assistant Football Coach effective immediately; and

• Leslie Ward, Middle School head volleyball coach effective immediately. On a voice call, there were 7 yes votes.

Leave of Absence –

Welch By a motion made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse, the directors approved an unpaid leave of absence for Deborah Welch, personal care aide for the 2003/04 School Year. On a voice call, there were 7 yes votes.

FMLA – M. Davison The directors granted permission for Senior High School English teacher, Meredith Davison, to have leave under the Family Medical Leave Act to be effective beginning August 25, 2003 and extending until she has exhausted her sick and personal days, which will be on or about September 23, 2003. The motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse and the voice call reflected 7 yes votes.

Retirement – Duddy A motion was made by Mrs. Morse, second by Mr. Debach to accept the retirement request of E. Gail Duddy, Middle School teacher, effective immediately. Miss Duddy has been an employee of the district for 26 years. The directors accepted her retirement with regret. The voice call vote was cast with 7 yes votes.

Employment – Donovan A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to employ Tammy Donovan as a first semester long-term substitute for the replacement of Connie Craig who will be on a half year sabbatical. Mrs. Donovan's employment will be bachelor's column, step 1, of the 2003/04 Professional Employees' Contract, with an associated salary of $ 37,607.00 prorated to the number of days worked. The roll call was as follows:

Mrs. May – yes Mr. Balmer – yes

Mr. Morgan – yes Mr. Curren – yes

Mrs. Morse – yes Mr. Debach – yes

Mr. Olsyn – yes

Employment – Pautz On a motion made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse, the directors voted to employ Kevin Pautz as an assistant football coach beginning with the 2003/04 school year. Mr. Pautz will be placed on step 1 of the 2003/04 coaching salary scale contained within the Professional Employees' Contract. The rate associated with this step is $ 3,261.00. The roll call was as follows:

Mr. Morgan – yes Mr. Curren – yes

Mrs. Morse – yes Mr. Debach – yes

Mr. Olsyn – yes Mrs. May – yes

Mr. Balmer – yes

Employment – Vermilya The directors acted to employ Gene Vermilya as an assistant football coach beginning with the 2003/04 school year. Mr. Vermilya will be placed on step 5 of the 2003/04 coaching salary scale contained within the Professional Employees' Contract with an associated rate of $ 3,950.00. The motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse. The roll call was as follows:

Mrs. Morse – yes Mr. Debach – yes

Mr. Olsyn – yes Mrs. May – yes

Mr. Balmer – yes Mr. Morgan – yes

Mr. Curren – yes

Employment – Laue On a motion made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse, the directors acted to employ Joy Laue as a Senior High School mathematics teacher, effective September 2, 2003 and continue through January, 2004. Mrs. Laue's employment will be under the Substitute Professional Employees' Contract, step 1, bachelor's column based on the 2003/04 Professional Salary Scale. The rate associated with this step is $ 37,607.00. The roll call was as follows:

Mr. Olsyn – yes Mrs. May – yes

Mr. Balmer – yes Mr. Morgan – yes

Mr. Curren – yes Mrs. Morse – yes

Mr. Debach – yes

Visitor Comments Mrs. Cindy Gustin addressed the directors regarding the block-scheduling currently in place at the Senior High School. Mrs. Gustin shared with the directors her concerns regarding students receiving instruction for too long of a concentrated period and also the unavailability of some students to receive requested courses. Mr. Grantier directed Mrs. Gustin to contact Mr. Strzelecki, Senior High School Principal, to discuss specific issues she and her children have experienced. Mr. Grantier stated he was personally in support of the block scheduling as it provides more offerings in math and science at higher levels and expands the curriculum and opportunities for students. Mr. Debach commented that the board has asked some of the same questions as Mrs. Gustin in regards to the block scheduling and believes Mrs. Gustin's issue is more related to scheduling than the length of the periods.

Administrative Report Mr. Grantier updated the directors on the following issues:

• First and foremost, school will be opening on schedule and the student's first day will be Tuesday, September 2, 2003 .

• W.R. Croman will be nearing completion and a punch list is being made for finishing up the project.

• Several dates that were reviewed for the directors included 9/20/03 as the Board/Superintendent Retreat; 8/25/03 as District-Wide Staff In-Service; 8/30/03 as the Springfield Auction.

• Mr. Grantier took this opportunity to commend the staff for their diligent work in bringing the construction projects to an end and for all the hard work that was completed during the summer to make the beginning of the school year successful.

• Open Houses for the Mosherville and W. R Croman Elementary Schools have been established. The October 21, 2003 regular board meeting will be held at the Mosherville Elementary School in conjunction with an Open House. The Open House at W. R. Croman will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2003 .

Adjournment On a motion made by Mr. Debach, seconded by Mrs. Morse, the Board of directors adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

Laura Decker

Secretary to the Board


Home DEPARTMENTS Board of Education Food Service Prof. Development Transportation RESOURCES Check the Weather in Troy, PA District Calendar Student Resources Parent Resources Teacher Resources Delay/Closing Info Graduation Requirements Parents, Students and Teachers: You can print the form you need here Forms	TROY AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT TROY , PENNSYLVANIA August 19, 2003 The regular monthly meeting of the Troy Area School District Board of Education was called to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Middle School Library by President Morgan. The following members were in attendance: Mr. Balmer Mrs. May Mr. Olsyn Mr. Curren (arrived late) Mr. Morgan Mr. Debach Mrs. Morse Mrs. Fox and Mrs. McKerrow were absent. Also in attendance were: Mr. Grantier, Superintendent; Mrs. Decker, Business Administrator; Mrs. Bixby, Food Service Director; Mrs. Jackson, Transportation Director; Mrs. Clarke, Director of Support Services; Mr. Wood, Elementary Principal; Mr. Kulago, Middle School Principal; Mr. Strzelecki, High School Principal; Mr. Radcliffe, Technology Integrator; Solicitor Williams and several citizens. Mr. Morgan announced the directors held an executive session for the purpose of personnel issues on August 12, 2003 . Minutes A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to approve the minutes of the July 8, 2003 Special Meeting and the July 15, 2003 regular meeting. On a voice call there were 6 yes votes. Bills A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to approve the 2002/03 and 2003/04 General Fund and Federal Program bills, as well as, Construction Fund bills for payment as presented. The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Curren – yes Mrs. Morse – yes Mr. Debach – yes Mr. Olsyn – yes Mrs. May – yes Mr. Balmer – yes Mr. Morgan – yes Treasurer's Report A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to approve the treasurer's report for the month of July, 2003. On a voice call there were 7 yes votes. Liability Insurance Policy Renewal Mr. Paul Kreischer representing Henry Dunn, Inc. briefed the directors regarding the renewal of Property/General Liability, Worker's Compensation and Excess Liability Insurances. The premium associated with insurance Coverage is $ 85,684 effective September 1, 2003 . This represents an increase of approximately 6% above the premium assessed during the 2002/03 School Year. The coverage does include a change to the amount of insurance coverage for Springfield Elementary to be $ 50,000 due to not utilizing the building at the present time for students. The premium associated with this coverage was waived by PSBA. A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to approve the renewal of insurance effective 9/1/03 through 9/1/04 with Henry Dunn, Inc. with an associated premium of $ 85,684. The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Debach – yes Mr. Olsyn – yes Mrs. May – no Mr. Balmer – yes Mr. Morgan – yes Mr. Curren – yes Mrs. Morse – yes Federal Programs Report No report. NTCC Report/IU Report Mrs. Fox had no report for the NTCC as no meeting was held during July. Mrs. Fox did review for the directors at the work session that two buildings have been purchased by the BlaST Intermediate Unit; one is located in the Canton area and the other in the Industrial Park area located in Williamsport , PA. Committee Reports The committee reports had been reviewed at the work session. Administrators Informational Update Mr. Grantier reported that an order error had occurred in regards to the High School Library computers. Two extra computers and large monitors have been received by the district and the company has granted permission to the district to keep these items received in error. Change Order – WRC A change order was granted to Robert Feaster Corporation to furnish and install forty linear feet of floor expansion joint in the W.R. Croman kitchen where movement has occurred. The associated rate of this change order is $1,765.00. The motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse for the approval of the change order. The roll call was as follows: Mrs. May – yes Mr. Balmer – yes Mr. Morgan – yes Mr. Curren – yes Mrs. Morse – yes Mr. Debach - yes Mr. Olsyn – yes PDE 360 for 2002/03 A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to include the PDE 360, Safe Schools Report for School Year 2002-03 into the official minute book. On a voice call, there were 7 yes votes. Vehicle Upgrade – Morgan Bus Contractor, Wayne Morgan, was granted permission by the board to upgrade Van #OV8 from a 7-passenger, 1990 van to a 2003 7-passenger van effective September 2, 2003. The motion was made by Mrs. May, second by Mrs. Morse to grant the approval. On a voice call, there were 7 yes votes. Bus Upgrade – Trojan Transport, Inc. Bus Contractor, Trojan Transport Inc, was granted permission by the board to upgrade Bus #11 to a 2000 72- passenger bus effective September 2, 2003 . The motion was made by Mrs. May, second by Mr. Debach. On a voice call, there were 7 yes votes. 2003/04 District Substitute Listing On a motion made by Mrs. May, second by Mr. Debach, the directors voted to approve the 2003/04 District Substitute Listing as presented. On a voice call, there were 7 yes votes. Resignations: Binford, Hall, Schrawder, and L. Ward On a motion made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse, the directors accepted the following resignations, with regret: • Tara Binford, Middle School 6 th Grade Teacher to be effective immediately; • Jeremy Hall, Personal Care Aide to be effective July 10, 2003 ; • Chad Schrawder, Assistant Football Coach effective immediately; and • Leslie Ward, Middle School head volleyball coach effective immediately. On a voice call, there were 7 yes votes. Leave of Absence – Welch By a motion made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse, the directors approved an unpaid leave of absence for Deborah Welch, personal care aide for the 2003/04 School Year. On a voice call, there were 7 yes votes. FMLA – M. Davison The directors granted permission for Senior High School English teacher, Meredith Davison, to have leave under the Family Medical Leave Act to be effective beginning August 25, 2003 and extending until she has exhausted her sick and personal days, which will be on or about September 23, 2003. The motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse and the voice call reflected 7 yes votes. Retirement – Duddy A motion was made by Mrs. Morse, second by Mr. Debach to accept the retirement request of E. Gail Duddy, Middle School teacher, effective immediately. Miss Duddy has been an employee of the district for 26 years. The directors accepted her retirement with regret. The voice call vote was cast with 7 yes votes. Employment – Donovan A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to employ Tammy Donovan as a first semester long-term substitute for the replacement of Connie Craig who will be on a half year sabbatical. Mrs. Donovan's employment will be bachelor's column, step 1, of the 2003/04 Professional Employees' Contract, with an associated salary of $ 37,607.00 prorated to the number of days worked. The roll call was as follows: Mrs. May – yes Mr. Balmer – yes Mr. Morgan – yes Mr. Curren – yes Mrs. Morse – yes Mr. Debach – yes Mr. Olsyn – yes Employment – Pautz On a motion made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse, the directors voted to employ Kevin Pautz as an assistant football coach beginning with the 2003/04 school year. Mr. Pautz will be placed on step 1 of the 2003/04 coaching salary scale contained within the Professional Employees' Contract. The rate associated with this step is $ 3,261.00. The roll call was as follows: Mr. Morgan – yes Mr. Curren – yes Mrs. Morse – yes Mr. Debach – yes Mr. Olsyn – yes Mrs. May – yes Mr. Balmer – yes Employment – Vermilya The directors acted to employ Gene Vermilya as an assistant football coach beginning with the 2003/04 school year. Mr. Vermilya will be placed on step 5 of the 2003/04 coaching salary scale contained within the Professional Employees' Contract with an associated rate of $ 3,950.00. The motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse. The roll call was as follows: Mrs. Morse – yes Mr. Debach – yes Mr. Olsyn – yes Mrs. May – yes Mr. Balmer – yes Mr. Morgan – yes Mr. Curren – yes Employment – Laue On a motion made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse, the directors acted to employ Joy Laue as a Senior High School mathematics teacher, effective September 2, 2003 and continue through January, 2004. Mrs. Laue's employment will be under the Substitute Professional Employees' Contract, step 1, bachelor's column based on the 2003/04 Professional Salary Scale. The rate associated with this step is $ 37,607.00. The roll call was as follows: Mr. Olsyn – yes Mrs. May – yes Mr. Balmer – yes Mr. Morgan – yes Mr. Curren – yes Mrs. Morse – yes Mr. Debach – yes Visitor Comments Mrs. Cindy Gustin addressed the directors regarding the block-scheduling currently in place at the Senior High School. Mrs. Gustin shared with the directors her concerns regarding students receiving instruction for too long of a concentrated period and also the unavailability of some students to receive requested courses. Mr. Grantier directed Mrs. Gustin to contact Mr. Strzelecki, Senior High School Principal, to discuss specific issues she and her children have experienced. Mr. Grantier stated he was personally in support of the block scheduling as it provides more offerings in math and science at higher levels and expands the curriculum and opportunities for students. Mr. Debach commented that the board has asked some of the same questions as Mrs. Gustin in regards to the block scheduling and believes Mrs. Gustin's issue is more related to scheduling than the length of the periods. Administrative Report Mr. Grantier updated the directors on the following issues: • First and foremost, school will be opening on schedule and the student's first day will be Tuesday, September 2, 2003 . • W.R. Croman will be nearing completion and a punch list is being made for finishing up the project. • Several dates that were reviewed for the directors included 9/20/03 as the Board/Superintendent Retreat; 8/25/03 as District-Wide Staff In-Service; 8/30/03 as the Springfield Auction. • Mr. Grantier took this opportunity to commend the staff for their diligent work in bringing the construction projects to an end and for all the hard work that was completed during the summer to make the beginning of the school year successful. • Open Houses for the Mosherville and W. R Croman Elementary Schools have been established. The October 21, 2003 regular board meeting will be held at the Mosherville Elementary School in conjunction with an Open House. The Open House at W. R. Croman will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2003 . Adjournment On a motion made by Mr. Debach, seconded by Mrs. Morse, the Board of directors adjourned at 8:10 p.m. Laura Decker Secretary to the Board
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