Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member
	Present
	Absent
	
Mrs. Burns (Linda)
	x
		
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)
	x
		
Mr. Cooper (Damen)
	x
		
Mrs. Fisher (Victoria)
	x
		
Mrs. Gee (Danielle)
	x
		
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
		
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
	x
		
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
	x
		
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport
	Second: D. Gee
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Mrs. Burns (Linda)
	x
				
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)
	x
				
Mr. Cooper (Damen)
	x
				
Mrs. Fisher (Victoria)
	x
				
Ms. Gee (Danielle)
	x
				
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
				
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
	x
				
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
	x
				
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
	x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee
	Second: G. Reiner
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Mrs. Burns (Linda)
	x
				
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)
	x
				
Mr. Cooper (Damen)
	x
				
Mrs. Fisher (Victoria)
	x
				
Ms. Gee (Danielle)
	x
				
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
				
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
	x
				
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
	x
				
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
	x

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner
	Second: S. Rappoport
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Mrs. Burns (Linda)
	x
				
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)
	x
				
Mr. Cooper (Damen)
	x
				
Mrs. Fisher (Victoria)
	x
				
Ms. Gee (Danielle)
	x
				
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
				
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
	x
				
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
	x
				
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
	x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

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2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner
	Second: S. Rappoport
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Mrs. Burns (Linda)
	x
				
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)
	x
				
Mr. Cooper (Damen)
	x
				
Mrs. Fisher (Victoria)
	x
				
Ms. Gee (Danielle)
	x
				
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
				
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
	x
				
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
	x
				
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
	x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

7

Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner
	Second: S. Rappoport
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Mrs. Burns (Linda)
	x
				
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)
	x
				
Mr. Cooper (Damen)
	x
				
Mrs. Fisher (Victoria)
	x
				
Ms. Gee (Danielle)
	x
				
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
				
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
	x
				
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
	x
				
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
	x

8

Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

9

Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center

10

Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors

11

Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

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IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

12

Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

13

Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner
	Second: S. Rappoport
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Mrs. Burns (Linda)
	x
				
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)
	x
				
Mr. Cooper (Damen)
	x
				
Mrs. Fisher (Victoria)
	x
				
Ms. Gee (Danielle)
	x
				
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
				
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
	x
				
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
	x
				
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
	x

14

Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

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IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

15

Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

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IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

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IX.	Agenda Items

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X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

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2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

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Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

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IX.	Agenda Items

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X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

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IX.	Agenda Items

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X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

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IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

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IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

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2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

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Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
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Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
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Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
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School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

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IX.	Agenda Items

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X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

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2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

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Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET

Motion: V. Fisher
	Second: S. Rappoport
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Mrs. Burns (Linda)
		x
			
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)
	x
				
Mr. Cooper (Damen)
		x
			
Mrs. Fisher (Victoria)
	x
				
Ms. Gee (Danielle)
		x
			
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
		x
			
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
	x
				
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
		x
			
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
		x

Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.
Motion: D. Gee
	Second: S. Rappoport
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Mrs. Burns (Linda)
	x
				
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)
	x
				
Mr. Cooper (Damen)
	x
				
Mrs. Fisher (Victoria)
		x
			
Ms. Gee (Danielle)
	x
				
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
				
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
		x
			
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
	x
				
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
	x

APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner
	Second: S. Rappoport
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Mrs. Burns (Linda)
	x
				
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)
	x
				
Mr. Cooper (Damen)
	x
				
Mrs. Fisher (Victoria)
	x
				
Ms. Gee (Danielle)
	x
				
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
				
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
	x
	#7
			
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
	x
				
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
	x

23

Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

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IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x

x x
x x
x

x

x

Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x
x x
x

x x
x

APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x
x	#7 x
x

24

Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

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IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x

x x
x x
x

x

x

Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x
x x
x

x x
x

APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x
x	#7 x
x

Personnel

PERSONNEL	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Personnel resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the following certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Lisa Viggiano, Speech Therapist, at an annual salary of $87,500 (TTEA MA/step 12) assigned to Special Services, effective September 13, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Eva Jennings, Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $71,000 (TTEA MA/step 7) assigned to Teaneck High School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Joseph Tauriello, resigned (PC#:10-10-66/btm).

c. Diana Salib, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, at an annual salary of $79,000 (TTEA MA/step 10) assigned to Lowell and Whittier Elementary School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Employee #5216, non-renewed (PC#: 10-07-72/ciz).

d. Ilona Szewczyk, Grant Funded Behaviorist, at an annual salary of $68,000 (TTEA MA/step 6) assigned to Special Services, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Karla Lopez, Bus Driver, at an annual salary of $37,000 (off-guide), assigned to Central Administration Office, effective September 17, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Carlos Clavelo, General Mechanic III, at an annual salary of $70,000, assigned to Operations & Maintenance, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

c. Justine Mateo, Executive Assistant (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $43,750 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Public Safety and Human Resource Management, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Jennifer Basanti, promoted.

d. Paul Morgan, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

e. Travis Grundy, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

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IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
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Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
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Personnel

PERSONNEL	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Personnel resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the following certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Lisa Viggiano, Speech Therapist, at an annual salary of $87,500 (TTEA MA/step 12) assigned to Special Services, effective September 13, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Eva Jennings, Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $71,000 (TTEA MA/step 7) assigned to Teaneck High School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Joseph Tauriello, resigned (PC#:10-10-66/btm).

c. Diana Salib, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, at an annual salary of $79,000 (TTEA MA/step 10) assigned to Lowell and Whittier Elementary School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Employee #5216, non-renewed (PC#: 10-07-72/ciz).

d. Ilona Szewczyk, Grant Funded Behaviorist, at an annual salary of $68,000 (TTEA MA/step 6) assigned to Special Services, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Karla Lopez, Bus Driver, at an annual salary of $37,000 (off-guide), assigned to Central Administration Office, effective September 17, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Carlos Clavelo, General Mechanic III, at an annual salary of $70,000, assigned to Operations & Maintenance, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

c. Justine Mateo, Executive Assistant (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $43,750 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Public Safety and Human Resource Management, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Jennifer Basanti, promoted.

d. Paul Morgan, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

e. Travis Grundy, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teachers at $260 per-diem, after twenty-one days of employment, assigned to a non-tenure track position, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Eileen Brown, September 17, 2021 through November 23, 2021, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, replacing employee #4634.

4.	that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individual for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediately:

a. Deliris Lorenzo, Manager of Human Resources and Compliance, at an annual salary of $97,000 assigned to Central Office, effective October 25, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Tunde Adedoyin, resigned (PC#: 01-14-84/cdb).

5.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Amanda Mahlstedt, Special Education Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective October 22, 2021.

b. Jalia Carter, Special Education Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective October 27, 2021.

c. Brittany Rhodie, Theater Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective November 02, 2021.

d. Mayra Munem, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective July 09, 2021.

e. Mariana Humghok, Pre-K 3/4 Teacher, Bryant Elementary School, effective July 22, 2021.

f. Yris Acevedo, FORUM Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2021.

g. Joseph Tauriello, Grade 6 Teacher, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective July 26, 2021.

h. Shama Adbelhadi, Chemistry Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

i. Kamal Ahmad, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

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IX.	Agenda Items

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X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x

x x
x x
x

x

x

Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x
x x
x

x x
x

APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x
x	#7 x
x

Personnel

PERSONNEL	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Personnel resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the following certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Lisa Viggiano, Speech Therapist, at an annual salary of $87,500 (TTEA MA/step 12) assigned to Special Services, effective September 13, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Eva Jennings, Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $71,000 (TTEA MA/step 7) assigned to Teaneck High School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Joseph Tauriello, resigned (PC#:10-10-66/btm).

c. Diana Salib, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, at an annual salary of $79,000 (TTEA MA/step 10) assigned to Lowell and Whittier Elementary School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Employee #5216, non-renewed (PC#: 10-07-72/ciz).

d. Ilona Szewczyk, Grant Funded Behaviorist, at an annual salary of $68,000 (TTEA MA/step 6) assigned to Special Services, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Karla Lopez, Bus Driver, at an annual salary of $37,000 (off-guide), assigned to Central Administration Office, effective September 17, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Carlos Clavelo, General Mechanic III, at an annual salary of $70,000, assigned to Operations & Maintenance, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

c. Justine Mateo, Executive Assistant (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $43,750 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Public Safety and Human Resource Management, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Jennifer Basanti, promoted.

d. Paul Morgan, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

e. Travis Grundy, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teachers at $260 per-diem, after twenty-one days of employment, assigned to a non-tenure track position, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Eileen Brown, September 17, 2021 through November 23, 2021, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, replacing employee #4634.

4.	that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individual for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediately:

a. Deliris Lorenzo, Manager of Human Resources and Compliance, at an annual salary of $97,000 assigned to Central Office, effective October 25, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Tunde Adedoyin, resigned (PC#: 01-14-84/cdb).

5.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Amanda Mahlstedt, Special Education Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective October 22, 2021.

b. Jalia Carter, Special Education Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective October 27, 2021.

c. Brittany Rhodie, Theater Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective November 02, 2021.

d. Mayra Munem, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective July 09, 2021.

e. Mariana Humghok, Pre-K 3/4 Teacher, Bryant Elementary School, effective July 22, 2021.

f. Yris Acevedo, FORUM Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2021.

g. Joseph Tauriello, Grade 6 Teacher, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective July 26, 2021.

h. Shama Adbelhadi, Chemistry Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

i. Kamal Ahmad, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

6.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Employee ID# 1853, unpaid miscellaneous leave of absence without benefits, from September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

b. Employee ID# 2553, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through September 12, 2021 using 5 personal illness days, paid intermittent medical leave of absence from September 13, 2021 through September 24, 2021, under FMLA.

c. Employee ID# 4201, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through October 04, 2021, using 24 sick days under FMLA.

d. Employee ID# 3956, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from October 11, 2021 through January 18, 2022, using 3 personal business days and 58 personal illness days under FMLA and NJFLA. January 19, 2022 through March 08, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

e. Employee ID# 4610, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from April 19, 2021 through June 30, 2021, using 40 sick days and 3 personal business days under FMLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 1, 2021, through September 23, 2021 under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 24, 2021 through November 23, 2021 under NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence without benefits, from November 24, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

f. Employee ID# 5088, unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 20, 2021 through December 10, 2021, under FMLA. December 11, 2021 through February 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

g. Employee ID# 4808, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 17, 2021 through October 27, 2021, using 3 personal business days and 26 personal illness days, under FMLA. October 28, 2021 through March 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence with benefits from March 07, 2022 through June 30, 2022.

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following employees who separated from the district for unused vacation/sick days, not to exceed the information listed below:

a. Gary Sternberg, Messenger, Operations & Maintenance, 100 personal illness/business days at $40 totaling $4,000, 54 personal illness/business days at $60 totaling $3,240, 13 vacation days at $248.32 totaling $3,228.16, 1.67 vacation days at $255.02 totaling $425.88, total payment of $10,894.04.

b. Thomas de Lyon, Electrician, Operations & Maintenance, 15.83 vacation days at $288.46, total payment of $4,566.32.

c. Dr. Lottie Watson, Teacher on Special Assignment, 12.50 personal illness days at $81, total payment of $1,012.50.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

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IX.	Agenda Items

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X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x

x x
x x
x

x

x

Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x
x x
x

x x
x

APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x
x	#7 x
x

Personnel

PERSONNEL	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Personnel resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the following certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Lisa Viggiano, Speech Therapist, at an annual salary of $87,500 (TTEA MA/step 12) assigned to Special Services, effective September 13, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Eva Jennings, Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $71,000 (TTEA MA/step 7) assigned to Teaneck High School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Joseph Tauriello, resigned (PC#:10-10-66/btm).

c. Diana Salib, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, at an annual salary of $79,000 (TTEA MA/step 10) assigned to Lowell and Whittier Elementary School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Employee #5216, non-renewed (PC#: 10-07-72/ciz).

d. Ilona Szewczyk, Grant Funded Behaviorist, at an annual salary of $68,000 (TTEA MA/step 6) assigned to Special Services, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Karla Lopez, Bus Driver, at an annual salary of $37,000 (off-guide), assigned to Central Administration Office, effective September 17, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Carlos Clavelo, General Mechanic III, at an annual salary of $70,000, assigned to Operations & Maintenance, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

c. Justine Mateo, Executive Assistant (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $43,750 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Public Safety and Human Resource Management, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Jennifer Basanti, promoted.

d. Paul Morgan, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

e. Travis Grundy, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teachers at $260 per-diem, after twenty-one days of employment, assigned to a non-tenure track position, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Eileen Brown, September 17, 2021 through November 23, 2021, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, replacing employee #4634.

4.	that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individual for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediately:

a. Deliris Lorenzo, Manager of Human Resources and Compliance, at an annual salary of $97,000 assigned to Central Office, effective October 25, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Tunde Adedoyin, resigned (PC#: 01-14-84/cdb).

5.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Amanda Mahlstedt, Special Education Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective October 22, 2021.

b. Jalia Carter, Special Education Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective October 27, 2021.

c. Brittany Rhodie, Theater Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective November 02, 2021.

d. Mayra Munem, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective July 09, 2021.

e. Mariana Humghok, Pre-K 3/4 Teacher, Bryant Elementary School, effective July 22, 2021.

f. Yris Acevedo, FORUM Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2021.

g. Joseph Tauriello, Grade 6 Teacher, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective July 26, 2021.

h. Shama Adbelhadi, Chemistry Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

i. Kamal Ahmad, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

6.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Employee ID# 1853, unpaid miscellaneous leave of absence without benefits, from September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

b. Employee ID# 2553, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through September 12, 2021 using 5 personal illness days, paid intermittent medical leave of absence from September 13, 2021 through September 24, 2021, under FMLA.

c. Employee ID# 4201, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through October 04, 2021, using 24 sick days under FMLA.

d. Employee ID# 3956, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from October 11, 2021 through January 18, 2022, using 3 personal business days and 58 personal illness days under FMLA and NJFLA. January 19, 2022 through March 08, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

e. Employee ID# 4610, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from April 19, 2021 through June 30, 2021, using 40 sick days and 3 personal business days under FMLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 1, 2021, through September 23, 2021 under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 24, 2021 through November 23, 2021 under NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence without benefits, from November 24, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

f. Employee ID# 5088, unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 20, 2021 through December 10, 2021, under FMLA. December 11, 2021 through February 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

g. Employee ID# 4808, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 17, 2021 through October 27, 2021, using 3 personal business days and 26 personal illness days, under FMLA. October 28, 2021 through March 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence with benefits from March 07, 2022 through June 30, 2022.

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following employees who separated from the district for unused vacation/sick days, not to exceed the information listed below:

a. Gary Sternberg, Messenger, Operations & Maintenance, 100 personal illness/business days at $40 totaling $4,000, 54 personal illness/business days at $60 totaling $3,240, 13 vacation days at $248.32 totaling $3,228.16, 1.67 vacation days at $255.02 totaling $425.88, total payment of $10,894.04.

b. Thomas de Lyon, Electrician, Operations & Maintenance, 15.83 vacation days at $288.46, total payment of $4,566.32.

c. Dr. Lottie Watson, Teacher on Special Assignment, 12.50 personal illness days at $81, total payment of $1,012.50.

8.	that the Board approve the attached longevity list of TTEA staff for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

9.	that the Board approve the salary guide reclassification effective September 01, 2021 for the following teachers:

Name 	21-22 Guide Step Salary	Reclassification New Salary a. Mindy Fliegelman BA /Step 3	$57,000 MA/Step 3	$63,000

b. Jenna Banker

c. Claudia Califano d. Nergis Tepeli
e. Rochelle Yaros f. Levette Glanton g. Mark Martinez
h. Kristine Thielman

BA/Step 4 BA/Step 13 BA/Step 5 MA/Step 11 MA/Step 14 MA/Step 8
MA+32/Step 9

$58,000 MA/Step 4 $81,000 MA/Step 13 $59,000 MA/Step 5 $83,000 MA+32/Step 11 $93,500 MA+32/Step 14 $74,000 MA+32/Step 8
$86,000 DOCT/Step 9

$64,000 $91,000 $66,000 $94,600 $107,500 $82,000
$105,400

10. that the Board approve the following substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as-needed basis, at $120 per diem:

a. Shaun Holder b. Ana Mercedes
c. Ruqayyah Sanders d. Sameera Baig

11. that the Board approve Mary Faller as a Substitute Secretary at $15 per hour for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis.

12. that the Board approve the following individuals to work as File Clerks (part-time), for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis:

Name	Position Hourly Rate

a. Yessica Reyes

b. Jelani Kelly

File Clerk $15

File Clerk $15

c. Bonnie Rogovin File Clerk $15

13. that the Board approve the appointment of Dr. Kim Buxenbaum, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services, as the Affirmative Action Officer for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2021-2022 School Year.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

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IX.	Agenda Items

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X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
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XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
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Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

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2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

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Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
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Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
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Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
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School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x

x x
x x
x

x

x

Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x
x x
x

x x
x

APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x
x	#7 x
x

Personnel

PERSONNEL	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Personnel resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the following certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Lisa Viggiano, Speech Therapist, at an annual salary of $87,500 (TTEA MA/step 12) assigned to Special Services, effective September 13, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Eva Jennings, Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $71,000 (TTEA MA/step 7) assigned to Teaneck High School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Joseph Tauriello, resigned (PC#:10-10-66/btm).

c. Diana Salib, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, at an annual salary of $79,000 (TTEA MA/step 10) assigned to Lowell and Whittier Elementary School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Employee #5216, non-renewed (PC#: 10-07-72/ciz).

d. Ilona Szewczyk, Grant Funded Behaviorist, at an annual salary of $68,000 (TTEA MA/step 6) assigned to Special Services, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Karla Lopez, Bus Driver, at an annual salary of $37,000 (off-guide), assigned to Central Administration Office, effective September 17, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Carlos Clavelo, General Mechanic III, at an annual salary of $70,000, assigned to Operations & Maintenance, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

c. Justine Mateo, Executive Assistant (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $43,750 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Public Safety and Human Resource Management, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Jennifer Basanti, promoted.

d. Paul Morgan, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

e. Travis Grundy, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teachers at $260 per-diem, after twenty-one days of employment, assigned to a non-tenure track position, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Eileen Brown, September 17, 2021 through November 23, 2021, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, replacing employee #4634.

4.	that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individual for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediately:

a. Deliris Lorenzo, Manager of Human Resources and Compliance, at an annual salary of $97,000 assigned to Central Office, effective October 25, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Tunde Adedoyin, resigned (PC#: 01-14-84/cdb).

5.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Amanda Mahlstedt, Special Education Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective October 22, 2021.

b. Jalia Carter, Special Education Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective October 27, 2021.

c. Brittany Rhodie, Theater Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective November 02, 2021.

d. Mayra Munem, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective July 09, 2021.

e. Mariana Humghok, Pre-K 3/4 Teacher, Bryant Elementary School, effective July 22, 2021.

f. Yris Acevedo, FORUM Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2021.

g. Joseph Tauriello, Grade 6 Teacher, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective July 26, 2021.

h. Shama Adbelhadi, Chemistry Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

i. Kamal Ahmad, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

6.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Employee ID# 1853, unpaid miscellaneous leave of absence without benefits, from September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

b. Employee ID# 2553, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through September 12, 2021 using 5 personal illness days, paid intermittent medical leave of absence from September 13, 2021 through September 24, 2021, under FMLA.

c. Employee ID# 4201, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through October 04, 2021, using 24 sick days under FMLA.

d. Employee ID# 3956, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from October 11, 2021 through January 18, 2022, using 3 personal business days and 58 personal illness days under FMLA and NJFLA. January 19, 2022 through March 08, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

e. Employee ID# 4610, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from April 19, 2021 through June 30, 2021, using 40 sick days and 3 personal business days under FMLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 1, 2021, through September 23, 2021 under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 24, 2021 through November 23, 2021 under NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence without benefits, from November 24, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

f. Employee ID# 5088, unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 20, 2021 through December 10, 2021, under FMLA. December 11, 2021 through February 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

g. Employee ID# 4808, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 17, 2021 through October 27, 2021, using 3 personal business days and 26 personal illness days, under FMLA. October 28, 2021 through March 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence with benefits from March 07, 2022 through June 30, 2022.

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following employees who separated from the district for unused vacation/sick days, not to exceed the information listed below:

a. Gary Sternberg, Messenger, Operations & Maintenance, 100 personal illness/business days at $40 totaling $4,000, 54 personal illness/business days at $60 totaling $3,240, 13 vacation days at $248.32 totaling $3,228.16, 1.67 vacation days at $255.02 totaling $425.88, total payment of $10,894.04.

b. Thomas de Lyon, Electrician, Operations & Maintenance, 15.83 vacation days at $288.46, total payment of $4,566.32.

c. Dr. Lottie Watson, Teacher on Special Assignment, 12.50 personal illness days at $81, total payment of $1,012.50.

8.	that the Board approve the attached longevity list of TTEA staff for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

9.	that the Board approve the salary guide reclassification effective September 01, 2021 for the following teachers:

Name	21-22 Guide Step Salary	Reclassification New Salary a. Mindy Fliegelman BA /Step 3	$57,000 MA/Step 3	$63,000

b. Jenna Banker

c. Claudia Califano d. Nergis Tepeli
e. Rochelle Yaros f. Levette Glanton g. Mark Martinez
h. Kristine Thielman

BA/Step 4 BA/Step 13 BA/Step 5 MA/Step 11 MA/Step 14 MA/Step 8
MA+32/Step 9

$58,000 MA/Step 4 $81,000 MA/Step 13 $59,000 MA/Step 5 $83,000 MA+32/Step 11 $93,500 MA+32/Step 14 $74,000 MA+32/Step 8
$86,000 DOCT/Step 9

$64,000 $91,000 $66,000 $94,600 $107,500 $82,000
$105,400

10. that the Board approve the following substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as-needed basis, at $120 per diem:

a. Shaun Holder b. Ana Mercedes
c. Ruqayyah Sanders d. Sameera Baig

11. that the Board approve Mary Faller as a Substitute Secretary at $15 per hour for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis.

12. that the Board approve the following individuals to work as File Clerks (part-time), for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis:

Name	Position Hourly Rate

a. Yessica Reyes

b. Jelani Kelly

File Clerk $15

File Clerk $15

c. Bonnie Rogovin File Clerk $15

13. that the Board approve the appointment of Dr. Kim Buxenbaum, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services, as the Affirmative Action Officer for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2021-2022 School Year.

14. that the Board approve the following re-appointment and salary of TTEA certificated staff members, for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

Name	Guide/step Salary a. Kelly Misol-Kulig MA/step 10 $79,000

15. that the Board approve payment to the following high school staff members for their participation in the Freshman Orientation Program held August 25, 2021, not to exceed six (6) hours at a rate of $50 per hour:

Name

a. Natasha Green b. Charles Clark
c. Gregory Cooper d. Jason McDonald e. Linea Rondael
f. Eric Akselrad

Total Stipend (not to exceed): $300
$300 $300 $300 $300
$300

g. Adriana Lagomarsino $300 h. Jahaziel Valeriano	$300 i. Ashley Pryce	$300 j. Christine Mayers	$300 k. Kiera Genus	$300 l. Nicole Cooper	$300 m. Susie Cipriano	$300 n. Douglas Book	$300 o. Daniel Olender	$300

TOTAL:	$4,500

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

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IX.	Agenda Items

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X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

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APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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Personnel

PERSONNEL	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Personnel resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the following certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Lisa Viggiano, Speech Therapist, at an annual salary of $87,500 (TTEA MA/step 12) assigned to Special Services, effective September 13, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Eva Jennings, Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $71,000 (TTEA MA/step 7) assigned to Teaneck High School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Joseph Tauriello, resigned (PC#:10-10-66/btm).

c. Diana Salib, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, at an annual salary of $79,000 (TTEA MA/step 10) assigned to Lowell and Whittier Elementary School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Employee #5216, non-renewed (PC#: 10-07-72/ciz).

d. Ilona Szewczyk, Grant Funded Behaviorist, at an annual salary of $68,000 (TTEA MA/step 6) assigned to Special Services, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Karla Lopez, Bus Driver, at an annual salary of $37,000 (off-guide), assigned to Central Administration Office, effective September 17, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Carlos Clavelo, General Mechanic III, at an annual salary of $70,000, assigned to Operations & Maintenance, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

c. Justine Mateo, Executive Assistant (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $43,750 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Public Safety and Human Resource Management, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Jennifer Basanti, promoted.

d. Paul Morgan, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

e. Travis Grundy, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teachers at $260 per-diem, after twenty-one days of employment, assigned to a non-tenure track position, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Eileen Brown, September 17, 2021 through November 23, 2021, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, replacing employee #4634.

4.	that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individual for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediately:

a. Deliris Lorenzo, Manager of Human Resources and Compliance, at an annual salary of $97,000 assigned to Central Office, effective October 25, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Tunde Adedoyin, resigned (PC#: 01-14-84/cdb).

5.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Amanda Mahlstedt, Special Education Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective October 22, 2021.

b. Jalia Carter, Special Education Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective October 27, 2021.

c. Brittany Rhodie, Theater Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective November 02, 2021.

d. Mayra Munem, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective July 09, 2021.

e. Mariana Humghok, Pre-K 3/4 Teacher, Bryant Elementary School, effective July 22, 2021.

f. Yris Acevedo, FORUM Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2021.

g. Joseph Tauriello, Grade 6 Teacher, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective July 26, 2021.

h. Shama Adbelhadi, Chemistry Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

i. Kamal Ahmad, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

6.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Employee ID# 1853, unpaid miscellaneous leave of absence without benefits, from September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

b. Employee ID# 2553, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through September 12, 2021 using 5 personal illness days, paid intermittent medical leave of absence from September 13, 2021 through September 24, 2021, under FMLA.

c. Employee ID# 4201, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through October 04, 2021, using 24 sick days under FMLA.

d. Employee ID# 3956, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from October 11, 2021 through January 18, 2022, using 3 personal business days and 58 personal illness days under FMLA and NJFLA. January 19, 2022 through March 08, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

e. Employee ID# 4610, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from April 19, 2021 through June 30, 2021, using 40 sick days and 3 personal business days under FMLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 1, 2021, through September 23, 2021 under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 24, 2021 through November 23, 2021 under NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence without benefits, from November 24, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

f. Employee ID# 5088, unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 20, 2021 through December 10, 2021, under FMLA. December 11, 2021 through February 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

g. Employee ID# 4808, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 17, 2021 through October 27, 2021, using 3 personal business days and 26 personal illness days, under FMLA. October 28, 2021 through March 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence with benefits from March 07, 2022 through June 30, 2022.

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following employees who separated from the district for unused vacation/sick days, not to exceed the information listed below:

a. Gary Sternberg, Messenger, Operations & Maintenance, 100 personal illness/business days at $40 totaling $4,000, 54 personal illness/business days at $60 totaling $3,240, 13 vacation days at $248.32 totaling $3,228.16, 1.67 vacation days at $255.02 totaling $425.88, total payment of $10,894.04.

b. Thomas de Lyon, Electrician, Operations & Maintenance, 15.83 vacation days at $288.46, total payment of $4,566.32.

c. Dr. Lottie Watson, Teacher on Special Assignment, 12.50 personal illness days at $81, total payment of $1,012.50.

8.	that the Board approve the attached longevity list of TTEA staff for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

9.	that the Board approve the salary guide reclassification effective September 01, 2021 for the following teachers:

Name	21-22 Guide Step Salary	Reclassification New Salary a. Mindy Fliegelman BA /Step 3	$57,000 MA/Step 3	$63,000

b. Jenna Banker

c. Claudia Califano d. Nergis Tepeli
e. Rochelle Yaros f. Levette Glanton g. Mark Martinez
h. Kristine Thielman

BA/Step 4 BA/Step 13 BA/Step 5 MA/Step 11 MA/Step 14 MA/Step 8
MA+32/Step 9

$58,000 MA/Step 4 $81,000 MA/Step 13 $59,000 MA/Step 5 $83,000 MA+32/Step 11 $93,500 MA+32/Step 14 $74,000 MA+32/Step 8
$86,000 DOCT/Step 9

$64,000 $91,000 $66,000 $94,600 $107,500 $82,000
$105,400

10. that the Board approve the following substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as-needed basis, at $120 per diem:

a. Shaun Holder b. Ana Mercedes
c. Ruqayyah Sanders d. Sameera Baig

11. that the Board approve Mary Faller as a Substitute Secretary at $15 per hour for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis.

12. that the Board approve the following individuals to work as File Clerks (part-time), for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis:

Name	Position Hourly Rate

a. Yessica Reyes

b. Jelani Kelly

File Clerk $15

File Clerk $15

c. Bonnie Rogovin File Clerk $15

13. that the Board approve the appointment of Dr. Kim Buxenbaum, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services, as the Affirmative Action Officer for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2021-2022 School Year.

14. that the Board approve the following re-appointment and salary of TTEA certificated staff members, for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

Name	Guide/step Salary a. Kelly Misol-Kulig MA/step 10 $79,000

15. that the Board approve payment to the following high school staff members for their participation in the Freshman Orientation Program held August 25, 2021, not to exceed six (6) hours at a rate of $50 per hour:

Name

a. Natasha Green b. Charles Clark
c. Gregory Cooper d. Jason McDonald e. Linea Rondael
f. Eric Akselrad

Total Stipend (not to exceed): $300
$300 $300 $300 $300
$300

g. Adriana Lagomarsino $300 h. Jahaziel Valeriano	$300 i. Ashley Pryce	$300 j. Christine Mayers	$300 k. Kiera Genus	$300 l. Nicole Cooper	$300 m. Susie Cipriano	$300 n. Douglas Book	$300 o. Daniel Olender	$300

TOTAL:	$4,500

16. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Vladymir Hunko

Subject

Resource Center (Period 2)

Rate

$70.00 (MA)

b. Adriana Lagomarsino Humanities 12 (Period 1)	$70.00 (MA)

c. Alexandra Cavallo d. John Occhiogrosso e. Anila Hoxha
f. Christine Mayers g. Edward Klimek h. Christina DeLeon i. Daniel Olender
j. Summer Pirro

k. Jeffrey Slominsky l. Shanieka Smith m. Latoya Watt
n. Sharon Bellin

o. Lynn Sac

Humanities (Period 6) Algebra II (Period 3) Resource Center (Period 5) Global History (Period 6) Physical Education Geometry Honors (Period 2) AP Human Geo (Period 2) Geometry (Period 7)
Computer Science I (Period 8) Geometry (Period 4)
Algebra I Honors (Period 1 & 5) Geometry (Period 1)
Spanish I (Period 5)

$70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA +32) $60.00 (BA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $60.00 (BA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32)
$60.00 (BA)

p. Gina Petrosi-Hggins	Practical Financial Algebra I (Period 2) $70.00 (MA)

q. Shaun Reilly

r. James Belluzzi

Computer Science I Honors (Period 3)

Geometry (Period 7)

$80.00 (MA+32)

$80.00 (MA+32)

17. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teacher, for assuming a seventh period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021, staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date, and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name	Subject	Rate

a. Sharon Bellin Geometry (Period 5)                  $80.00 (MA+32) b. Shaun Reilly Computer Science I (Period 2) $80.00 (MA+32)

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

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IX.	Agenda Items

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X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x

x x
x x
x

x

x

Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x
x x
x

x x
x

APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x
x	#7 x
x

Personnel

PERSONNEL	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Personnel resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the following certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Lisa Viggiano, Speech Therapist, at an annual salary of $87,500 (TTEA MA/step 12) assigned to Special Services, effective September 13, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Eva Jennings, Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $71,000 (TTEA MA/step 7) assigned to Teaneck High School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Joseph Tauriello, resigned (PC#:10-10-66/btm).

c. Diana Salib, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, at an annual salary of $79,000 (TTEA MA/step 10) assigned to Lowell and Whittier Elementary School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Employee #5216, non-renewed (PC#: 10-07-72/ciz).

d. Ilona Szewczyk, Grant Funded Behaviorist, at an annual salary of $68,000 (TTEA MA/step 6) assigned to Special Services, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Karla Lopez, Bus Driver, at an annual salary of $37,000 (off-guide), assigned to Central Administration Office, effective September 17, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Carlos Clavelo, General Mechanic III, at an annual salary of $70,000, assigned to Operations & Maintenance, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

c. Justine Mateo, Executive Assistant (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $43,750 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Public Safety and Human Resource Management, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Jennifer Basanti, promoted.

d. Paul Morgan, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

e. Travis Grundy, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teachers at $260 per-diem, after twenty-one days of employment, assigned to a non-tenure track position, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Eileen Brown, September 17, 2021 through November 23, 2021, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, replacing employee #4634.

4.	that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individual for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediately:

a. Deliris Lorenzo, Manager of Human Resources and Compliance, at an annual salary of $97,000 assigned to Central Office, effective October 25, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Tunde Adedoyin, resigned (PC#: 01-14-84/cdb).

5.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Amanda Mahlstedt, Special Education Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective October 22, 2021.

b. Jalia Carter, Special Education Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective October 27, 2021.

c. Brittany Rhodie, Theater Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective November 02, 2021.

d. Mayra Munem, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective July 09, 2021.

e. Mariana Humghok, Pre-K 3/4 Teacher, Bryant Elementary School, effective July 22, 2021.

f. Yris Acevedo, FORUM Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2021.

g. Joseph Tauriello, Grade 6 Teacher, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective July 26, 2021.

h. Shama Adbelhadi, Chemistry Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

i. Kamal Ahmad, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

6.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Employee ID# 1853, unpaid miscellaneous leave of absence without benefits, from September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

b. Employee ID# 2553, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through September 12, 2021 using 5 personal illness days, paid intermittent medical leave of absence from September 13, 2021 through September 24, 2021, under FMLA.

c. Employee ID# 4201, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through October 04, 2021, using 24 sick days under FMLA.

d. Employee ID# 3956, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from October 11, 2021 through January 18, 2022, using 3 personal business days and 58 personal illness days under FMLA and NJFLA. January 19, 2022 through March 08, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

e. Employee ID# 4610, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from April 19, 2021 through June 30, 2021, using 40 sick days and 3 personal business days under FMLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 1, 2021, through September 23, 2021 under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 24, 2021 through November 23, 2021 under NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence without benefits, from November 24, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

f. Employee ID# 5088, unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 20, 2021 through December 10, 2021, under FMLA. December 11, 2021 through February 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

g. Employee ID# 4808, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 17, 2021 through October 27, 2021, using 3 personal business days and 26 personal illness days, under FMLA. October 28, 2021 through March 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence with benefits from March 07, 2022 through June 30, 2022.

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following employees who separated from the district for unused vacation/sick days, not to exceed the information listed below:

a. Gary Sternberg, Messenger, Operations & Maintenance, 100 personal illness/business days at $40 totaling $4,000, 54 personal illness/business days at $60 totaling $3,240, 13 vacation days at $248.32 totaling $3,228.16, 1.67 vacation days at $255.02 totaling $425.88, total payment of $10,894.04.

b. Thomas de Lyon, Electrician, Operations & Maintenance, 15.83 vacation days at $288.46, total payment of $4,566.32.

c. Dr. Lottie Watson, Teacher on Special Assignment, 12.50 personal illness days at $81, total payment of $1,012.50.

8.	that the Board approve the attached longevity list of TTEA staff for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

9.	that the Board approve the salary guide reclassification effective September 01, 2021 for the following teachers:

Name	21-22 Guide Step Salary	Reclassification New Salary a. Mindy Fliegelman BA /Step 3	$57,000 MA/Step 3	$63,000

b. Jenna Banker

c. Claudia Califano d. Nergis Tepeli
e. Rochelle Yaros f. Levette Glanton g. Mark Martinez
h. Kristine Thielman

BA/Step 4 BA/Step 13 BA/Step 5 MA/Step 11 MA/Step 14 MA/Step 8
MA+32/Step 9

$58,000 MA/Step 4 $81,000 MA/Step 13 $59,000 MA/Step 5 $83,000 MA+32/Step 11 $93,500 MA+32/Step 14 $74,000 MA+32/Step 8
$86,000 DOCT/Step 9

$64,000 $91,000 $66,000 $94,600 $107,500 $82,000
$105,400

10. that the Board approve the following substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as-needed basis, at $120 per diem:

a. Shaun Holder b. Ana Mercedes
c. Ruqayyah Sanders d. Sameera Baig

11. that the Board approve Mary Faller as a Substitute Secretary at $15 per hour for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis.

12. that the Board approve the following individuals to work as File Clerks (part-time), for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis:

Name	Position Hourly Rate

a. Yessica Reyes

b. Jelani Kelly

File Clerk $15

File Clerk $15

c. Bonnie Rogovin File Clerk $15

13. that the Board approve the appointment of Dr. Kim Buxenbaum, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services, as the Affirmative Action Officer for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2021-2022 School Year.

14. that the Board approve the following re-appointment and salary of TTEA certificated staff members, for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

Name	Guide/step Salary a. Kelly Misol-Kulig MA/step 10 $79,000

15. that the Board approve payment to the following high school staff members for their participation in the Freshman Orientation Program held August 25, 2021, not to exceed six (6) hours at a rate of $50 per hour:

Name

a. Natasha Green b. Charles Clark
c. Gregory Cooper d. Jason McDonald e. Linea Rondael
f. Eric Akselrad

Total Stipend (not to exceed): $300
$300 $300 $300 $300
$300

g. Adriana Lagomarsino $300 h. Jahaziel Valeriano	$300 i. Ashley Pryce	$300 j. Christine Mayers	$300 k. Kiera Genus	$300 l. Nicole Cooper	$300 m. Susie Cipriano	$300 n. Douglas Book	$300 o. Daniel Olender	$300

TOTAL:	$4,500

16. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Vladymir Hunko

Subject

Resource Center (Period 2)

Rate

$70.00 (MA)

b. Adriana Lagomarsino Humanities 12 (Period 1)	$70.00 (MA)

c. Alexandra Cavallo d. John Occhiogrosso e. Anila Hoxha
f. Christine Mayers g. Edward Klimek h. Christina DeLeon i. Daniel Olender
j. Summer Pirro

k. Jeffrey Slominsky l. Shanieka Smith m. Latoya Watt
n. Sharon Bellin

o. Lynn Sac

Humanities (Period 6) Algebra II (Period 3) Resource Center (Period 5) Global History (Period 6) Physical Education Geometry Honors (Period 2) AP Human Geo (Period 2) Geometry (Period 7)
Computer Science I (Period 8) Geometry (Period 4)
Algebra I Honors (Period 1 & 5) Geometry (Period 1)
Spanish I (Period 5)

$70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA +32) $60.00 (BA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $60.00 (BA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32)
$60.00 (BA)

p. Gina Petrosi-Hggins	Practical Financial Algebra I (Period 2) $70.00 (MA)

q. Shaun Reilly

r. James Belluzzi

Computer Science I Honors (Period 3)

Geometry (Period 7)

$80.00 (MA+32)

$80.00 (MA+32)

17. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teacher, for assuming a seventh period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021, staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date, and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name	Subject	Rate

a. Sharon Bellin Geometry (Period 5)                  $80.00 (MA+32) b. Shaun Reilly Computer Science I (Period 2) $80.00 (MA+32)

18. that the Board approve payment to the following Benjamin Franklin Middle School teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 17, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name 	Subject	Rate

a. Amanda Detrick BSIP Reading 5 $70 (MA)

b. Allen Gonzalez	BSIP Reading 6 $80 (MA+32)

19. that the Board approve the following certificated staff members to serve on the Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS) Committee for Hawthorne Elementary School for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend $948.00:

Staff Member	Stipend Amount 

a. Colette Brantley $948.00

b. Jemara Blount c. Amber Halpern

TOTAL:

$948.00 $948.00

$2,844.00

20. that the Board approve the following Extra Work Extra Pay assignment, at Teaneck High School, for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Mary Joyce Laqui

Activity

Activism Club

Stipend Amount 

$1,098.00

b. Katheleen DeMoncada AIDS/Cancer Awareness	$938.50

c. Yaneth Mesa d. Marc Calello
e. Mary Joyce Laqui

f. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay g. Christine Mayers
h. John Dean

i. Lourdes Melendez j. Todd Murphy
k. Carol Petit-Bielen l. Alexandra Cavallo m. Goldie Minkowitz n. Goldie Minkowitz o. Sean Holland
p. John Dean

q. Victoria Galligan

r. Daniel Olender

AIDS/Cancer Awareness Art Club
Asian Student Union Astrology Club
Black Youth Organization (BYO) Debate Coach
Fashion Club

Film & Theater Club French Club
HEAL Israel Club
Kosher Club Literary Magazine
National Forensic League Newspaper
Peer Leadership

$938.50 $779.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $1,098.00 $5,405.00 $1,745.00 $1,057.00 $1,098.00 $2,731.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $4,465.00 $3,640.00 $3,667.00
$4,984.00

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

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IX.	Agenda Items

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X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

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Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
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Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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Personnel

PERSONNEL	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Personnel resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the following certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Lisa Viggiano, Speech Therapist, at an annual salary of $87,500 (TTEA MA/step 12) assigned to Special Services, effective September 13, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Eva Jennings, Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $71,000 (TTEA MA/step 7) assigned to Teaneck High School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Joseph Tauriello, resigned (PC#:10-10-66/btm).

c. Diana Salib, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, at an annual salary of $79,000 (TTEA MA/step 10) assigned to Lowell and Whittier Elementary School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Employee #5216, non-renewed (PC#: 10-07-72/ciz).

d. Ilona Szewczyk, Grant Funded Behaviorist, at an annual salary of $68,000 (TTEA MA/step 6) assigned to Special Services, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Karla Lopez, Bus Driver, at an annual salary of $37,000 (off-guide), assigned to Central Administration Office, effective September 17, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Carlos Clavelo, General Mechanic III, at an annual salary of $70,000, assigned to Operations & Maintenance, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

c. Justine Mateo, Executive Assistant (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $43,750 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Public Safety and Human Resource Management, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Jennifer Basanti, promoted.

d. Paul Morgan, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

e. Travis Grundy, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teachers at $260 per-diem, after twenty-one days of employment, assigned to a non-tenure track position, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Eileen Brown, September 17, 2021 through November 23, 2021, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, replacing employee #4634.

4.	that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individual for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediately:

a. Deliris Lorenzo, Manager of Human Resources and Compliance, at an annual salary of $97,000 assigned to Central Office, effective October 25, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Tunde Adedoyin, resigned (PC#: 01-14-84/cdb).

5.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Amanda Mahlstedt, Special Education Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective October 22, 2021.

b. Jalia Carter, Special Education Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective October 27, 2021.

c. Brittany Rhodie, Theater Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective November 02, 2021.

d. Mayra Munem, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective July 09, 2021.

e. Mariana Humghok, Pre-K 3/4 Teacher, Bryant Elementary School, effective July 22, 2021.

f. Yris Acevedo, FORUM Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2021.

g. Joseph Tauriello, Grade 6 Teacher, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective July 26, 2021.

h. Shama Adbelhadi, Chemistry Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

i. Kamal Ahmad, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

6.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Employee ID# 1853, unpaid miscellaneous leave of absence without benefits, from September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

b. Employee ID# 2553, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through September 12, 2021 using 5 personal illness days, paid intermittent medical leave of absence from September 13, 2021 through September 24, 2021, under FMLA.

c. Employee ID# 4201, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through October 04, 2021, using 24 sick days under FMLA.

d. Employee ID# 3956, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from October 11, 2021 through January 18, 2022, using 3 personal business days and 58 personal illness days under FMLA and NJFLA. January 19, 2022 through March 08, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

e. Employee ID# 4610, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from April 19, 2021 through June 30, 2021, using 40 sick days and 3 personal business days under FMLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 1, 2021, through September 23, 2021 under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 24, 2021 through November 23, 2021 under NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence without benefits, from November 24, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

f. Employee ID# 5088, unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 20, 2021 through December 10, 2021, under FMLA. December 11, 2021 through February 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

g. Employee ID# 4808, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 17, 2021 through October 27, 2021, using 3 personal business days and 26 personal illness days, under FMLA. October 28, 2021 through March 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence with benefits from March 07, 2022 through June 30, 2022.

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following employees who separated from the district for unused vacation/sick days, not to exceed the information listed below:

a. Gary Sternberg, Messenger, Operations & Maintenance, 100 personal illness/business days at $40 totaling $4,000, 54 personal illness/business days at $60 totaling $3,240, 13 vacation days at $248.32 totaling $3,228.16, 1.67 vacation days at $255.02 totaling $425.88, total payment of $10,894.04.

b. Thomas de Lyon, Electrician, Operations & Maintenance, 15.83 vacation days at $288.46, total payment of $4,566.32.

c. Dr. Lottie Watson, Teacher on Special Assignment, 12.50 personal illness days at $81, total payment of $1,012.50.

8.	that the Board approve the attached longevity list of TTEA staff for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

9.	that the Board approve the salary guide reclassification effective September 01, 2021 for the following teachers:

Name	21-22 Guide Step Salary	Reclassification New Salary a. Mindy Fliegelman BA /Step 3	$57,000 MA/Step 3	$63,000

b. Jenna Banker

c. Claudia Califano d. Nergis Tepeli
e. Rochelle Yaros f. Levette Glanton g. Mark Martinez
h. Kristine Thielman

BA/Step 4 BA/Step 13 BA/Step 5 MA/Step 11 MA/Step 14 MA/Step 8
MA+32/Step 9

$58,000 MA/Step 4 $81,000 MA/Step 13 $59,000 MA/Step 5 $83,000 MA+32/Step 11 $93,500 MA+32/Step 14 $74,000 MA+32/Step 8
$86,000 DOCT/Step 9

$64,000 $91,000 $66,000 $94,600 $107,500 $82,000
$105,400

10. that the Board approve the following substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as-needed basis, at $120 per diem:

a. Shaun Holder b. Ana Mercedes
c. Ruqayyah Sanders d. Sameera Baig

11. that the Board approve Mary Faller as a Substitute Secretary at $15 per hour for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis.

12. that the Board approve the following individuals to work as File Clerks (part-time), for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis:

Name	Position Hourly Rate

a. Yessica Reyes

b. Jelani Kelly

File Clerk $15

File Clerk $15

c. Bonnie Rogovin File Clerk $15

13. that the Board approve the appointment of Dr. Kim Buxenbaum, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services, as the Affirmative Action Officer for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2021-2022 School Year.

14. that the Board approve the following re-appointment and salary of TTEA certificated staff members, for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

Name	Guide/step Salary a. Kelly Misol-Kulig MA/step 10 $79,000

15. that the Board approve payment to the following high school staff members for their participation in the Freshman Orientation Program held August 25, 2021, not to exceed six (6) hours at a rate of $50 per hour:

Name

a. Natasha Green b. Charles Clark
c. Gregory Cooper d. Jason McDonald e. Linea Rondael
f. Eric Akselrad

Total Stipend (not to exceed): $300
$300 $300 $300 $300
$300

g. Adriana Lagomarsino $300 h. Jahaziel Valeriano	$300 i. Ashley Pryce	$300 j. Christine Mayers	$300 k. Kiera Genus	$300 l. Nicole Cooper	$300 m. Susie Cipriano	$300 n. Douglas Book	$300 o. Daniel Olender	$300

TOTAL:	$4,500

16. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Vladymir Hunko

Subject

Resource Center (Period 2)

Rate

$70.00 (MA)

b. Adriana Lagomarsino Humanities 12 (Period 1)	$70.00 (MA)

c. Alexandra Cavallo d. John Occhiogrosso e. Anila Hoxha
f. Christine Mayers g. Edward Klimek h. Christina DeLeon i. Daniel Olender
j. Summer Pirro

k. Jeffrey Slominsky l. Shanieka Smith m. Latoya Watt
n. Sharon Bellin

o. Lynn Sac

Humanities (Period 6) Algebra II (Period 3) Resource Center (Period 5) Global History (Period 6) Physical Education Geometry Honors (Period 2) AP Human Geo (Period 2) Geometry (Period 7)
Computer Science I (Period 8) Geometry (Period 4)
Algebra I Honors (Period 1 & 5) Geometry (Period 1)
Spanish I (Period 5)

$70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA +32) $60.00 (BA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $60.00 (BA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32)
$60.00 (BA)

p. Gina Petrosi-Hggins	Practical Financial Algebra I (Period 2) $70.00 (MA)

q. Shaun Reilly

r. James Belluzzi

Computer Science I Honors (Period 3)

Geometry (Period 7)

$80.00 (MA+32)

$80.00 (MA+32)

17. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teacher, for assuming a seventh period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021, staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date, and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name	Subject	Rate

a. Sharon Bellin Geometry (Period 5)                  $80.00 (MA+32) b. Shaun Reilly Computer Science I (Period 2) $80.00 (MA+32)

18. that the Board approve payment to the following Benjamin Franklin Middle School teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 17, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name	Subject	Rate

a. Amanda Detrick BSIP Reading 5 $70 (MA)

b. Allen Gonzalez	BSIP Reading 6 $80 (MA+32)

19. that the Board approve the following certificated staff members to serve on the Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS) Committee for Hawthorne Elementary School for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend $948.00:

Staff Member	Stipend Amount a. Colette Brantley $948.00

b. Jemara Blount c. Amber Halpern

TOTAL:

$948.00 $948.00

$2,844.00

20. that the Board approve the following Extra Work Extra Pay assignment, at Teaneck High School, for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Mary Joyce Laqui

Activity

Activism Club

Stipend Amount

$1,098.00

b. Katheleen DeMoncada AIDS/Cancer Awareness	$938.50

c. Yaneth Mesa d. Marc Calello
e. Mary Joyce Laqui

f. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay g. Christine Mayers
h. John Dean

i. Lourdes Melendez j. Todd Murphy
k. Carol Petit-Bielen l. Alexandra Cavallo m. Goldie Minkowitz n. Goldie Minkowitz o. Sean Holland
p. John Dean

q. Victoria Galligan r. Daniel Olender
s. Abdoulaye Diallo t. Kiera Skerritt
u. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay v. Lynn Sac
w. Jahaziel Valeriano x. Amy Moran
y. Susie Cipriano z. Natasha Green
aa. Christine Mayers bb. Antoinette Bush cc. Linea Rondael dd. Daniel Olender
ee. Michaela Freemantle ff. Todd Murphy
gg. Emmanuel Viray hh. Emmanuel Viray
ii. Michaela Freemantle jj. Bettina Peets
kk. Todd Murphy

AIDS/Cancer Awareness Art Club
Asian Student Union Astrology Club
Black Youth Organization (BYO) Debate Coach
Fashion Club

Film & Theater Club French Club
HEAL Israel Club
Kosher Club Literary Magazine
National Forensic League Newspaper
Peer Leadership Red Cross Club Self Care Club SOLA
SOLA SOLVE Spectrum
Student Activities Director Student Council Terpsichoreans Advisor
Terpsichoreans Assistant Advisor Vocal Music Director
Yearbook Advisor Yearbook Business
Annual Drama - Director/Producer Annual Drama - Scenery
Annual Drama - Stage Crew Annual Musical - Business Manager Annual Musical - Choreographer
Annual Musical - Director/Producer

$938.50 $779.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $1,098.00 $5,405.00 $1,745.00 $1,057.00 $1,098.00 $2,731.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $4,465.00 $3,640.00 $3,667.00 $4,984.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $549.00 $549.00 $2,731.00 $1,098.00 $7,346.00 $2,479.00 $2,479.00 $2,032.00 $5,238.00 $4,945.00 $2,473.00 $6,109.00 $2,197.00 $2,492.00 $1,246.00 $4,362.00
$8,725.00

ll. LeeAnn Newland	Annual Musical - Instrumental Director $2,197.00

mm. Emmanuel Viray nn. Linea Rondael oo. Matthew Lynskey
pp. Lourdes Melendez qq. Ken Chung
rr. Joseph Laborde

ss. Susan Mortan

Annual Musical - Scenery Annual Musical - Vocal Director Bookrooms - English Bookrooms - World Language Bookrooms - Math
Bookrooms - Science

Bookrooms - Social Studies

$2,197.00 $4,362.00 $2,805.00 $1,240.00 $1,240.00 $2,805.00
$2,805.00

TOTAL:	$113,639.00

21. that the Board approve the stipend of $5,000 from the PEEA Grant for the position of Registrar Coordinator, and compensate Rosemarie Antinori, Registrar for the 2021-2022 school year.

22. that the Board approve reimbursement to the following administrator for the costs incurred during their participation in the New Jersey Leader to Leader Residency Program for principal certification as follows:

a. Patricia Dent (2020-2021 Participation Fee) - $1,000.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

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IX.	Agenda Items

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X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x

x x
x x
x

x

x

Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x
x x
x

x x
x

APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x
x	#7 x
x

Personnel

PERSONNEL	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Personnel resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the following certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Lisa Viggiano, Speech Therapist, at an annual salary of $87,500 (TTEA MA/step 12) assigned to Special Services, effective September 13, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Eva Jennings, Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $71,000 (TTEA MA/step 7) assigned to Teaneck High School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Joseph Tauriello, resigned (PC#:10-10-66/btm).

c. Diana Salib, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, at an annual salary of $79,000 (TTEA MA/step 10) assigned to Lowell and Whittier Elementary School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Employee #5216, non-renewed (PC#: 10-07-72/ciz).

d. Ilona Szewczyk, Grant Funded Behaviorist, at an annual salary of $68,000 (TTEA MA/step 6) assigned to Special Services, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Karla Lopez, Bus Driver, at an annual salary of $37,000 (off-guide), assigned to Central Administration Office, effective September 17, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Carlos Clavelo, General Mechanic III, at an annual salary of $70,000, assigned to Operations & Maintenance, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

c. Justine Mateo, Executive Assistant (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $43,750 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Public Safety and Human Resource Management, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Jennifer Basanti, promoted.

d. Paul Morgan, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

e. Travis Grundy, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teachers at $260 per-diem, after twenty-one days of employment, assigned to a non-tenure track position, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Eileen Brown, September 17, 2021 through November 23, 2021, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, replacing employee #4634.

4.	that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individual for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediately:

a. Deliris Lorenzo, Manager of Human Resources and Compliance, at an annual salary of $97,000 assigned to Central Office, effective October 25, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Tunde Adedoyin, resigned (PC#: 01-14-84/cdb).

5.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Amanda Mahlstedt, Special Education Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective October 22, 2021.

b. Jalia Carter, Special Education Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective October 27, 2021.

c. Brittany Rhodie, Theater Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective November 02, 2021.

d. Mayra Munem, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective July 09, 2021.

e. Mariana Humghok, Pre-K 3/4 Teacher, Bryant Elementary School, effective July 22, 2021.

f. Yris Acevedo, FORUM Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2021.

g. Joseph Tauriello, Grade 6 Teacher, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective July 26, 2021.

h. Shama Adbelhadi, Chemistry Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

i. Kamal Ahmad, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

6.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Employee ID# 1853, unpaid miscellaneous leave of absence without benefits, from September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

b. Employee ID# 2553, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through September 12, 2021 using 5 personal illness days, paid intermittent medical leave of absence from September 13, 2021 through September 24, 2021, under FMLA.

c. Employee ID# 4201, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through October 04, 2021, using 24 sick days under FMLA.

d. Employee ID# 3956, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from October 11, 2021 through January 18, 2022, using 3 personal business days and 58 personal illness days under FMLA and NJFLA. January 19, 2022 through March 08, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

e. Employee ID# 4610, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from April 19, 2021 through June 30, 2021, using 40 sick days and 3 personal business days under FMLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 1, 2021, through September 23, 2021 under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 24, 2021 through November 23, 2021 under NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence without benefits, from November 24, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

f. Employee ID# 5088, unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 20, 2021 through December 10, 2021, under FMLA. December 11, 2021 through February 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

g. Employee ID# 4808, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 17, 2021 through October 27, 2021, using 3 personal business days and 26 personal illness days, under FMLA. October 28, 2021 through March 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence with benefits from March 07, 2022 through June 30, 2022.

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following employees who separated from the district for unused vacation/sick days, not to exceed the information listed below:

a. Gary Sternberg, Messenger, Operations & Maintenance, 100 personal illness/business days at $40 totaling $4,000, 54 personal illness/business days at $60 totaling $3,240, 13 vacation days at $248.32 totaling $3,228.16, 1.67 vacation days at $255.02 totaling $425.88, total payment of $10,894.04.

b. Thomas de Lyon, Electrician, Operations & Maintenance, 15.83 vacation days at $288.46, total payment of $4,566.32.

c. Dr. Lottie Watson, Teacher on Special Assignment, 12.50 personal illness days at $81, total payment of $1,012.50.

8.	that the Board approve the attached longevity list of TTEA staff for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

9.	that the Board approve the salary guide reclassification effective September 01, 2021 for the following teachers:

Name	21-22 Guide Step Salary	Reclassification New Salary a. Mindy Fliegelman BA /Step 3	$57,000 MA/Step 3	$63,000

b. Jenna Banker

c. Claudia Califano d. Nergis Tepeli
e. Rochelle Yaros f. Levette Glanton g. Mark Martinez
h. Kristine Thielman

BA/Step 4 BA/Step 13 BA/Step 5 MA/Step 11 MA/Step 14 MA/Step 8
MA+32/Step 9

$58,000 MA/Step 4 $81,000 MA/Step 13 $59,000 MA/Step 5 $83,000 MA+32/Step 11 $93,500 MA+32/Step 14 $74,000 MA+32/Step 8
$86,000 DOCT/Step 9

$64,000 $91,000 $66,000 $94,600 $107,500 $82,000
$105,400

10. that the Board approve the following substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as-needed basis, at $120 per diem:

a. Shaun Holder b. Ana Mercedes
c. Ruqayyah Sanders d. Sameera Baig

11. that the Board approve Mary Faller as a Substitute Secretary at $15 per hour for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis.

12. that the Board approve the following individuals to work as File Clerks (part-time), for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis:

Name	Position Hourly Rate

a. Yessica Reyes

b. Jelani Kelly

File Clerk $15

File Clerk $15

c. Bonnie Rogovin File Clerk $15

13. that the Board approve the appointment of Dr. Kim Buxenbaum, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services, as the Affirmative Action Officer for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2021-2022 School Year.

14. that the Board approve the following re-appointment and salary of TTEA certificated staff members, for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

Name	Guide/step Salary a. Kelly Misol-Kulig MA/step 10 $79,000

15. that the Board approve payment to the following high school staff members for their participation in the Freshman Orientation Program held August 25, 2021, not to exceed six (6) hours at a rate of $50 per hour:

Name

a. Natasha Green b. Charles Clark
c. Gregory Cooper d. Jason McDonald e. Linea Rondael
f. Eric Akselrad

Total Stipend (not to exceed): $300
$300 $300 $300 $300
$300

g. Adriana Lagomarsino $300 h. Jahaziel Valeriano	$300 i. Ashley Pryce	$300 j. Christine Mayers	$300 k. Kiera Genus	$300 l. Nicole Cooper	$300 m. Susie Cipriano	$300 n. Douglas Book	$300 o. Daniel Olender	$300

TOTAL:	$4,500

16. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Vladymir Hunko

Subject

Resource Center (Period 2)

Rate

$70.00 (MA)

b. Adriana Lagomarsino Humanities 12 (Period 1)	$70.00 (MA)

c. Alexandra Cavallo d. John Occhiogrosso e. Anila Hoxha
f. Christine Mayers g. Edward Klimek h. Christina DeLeon i. Daniel Olender
j. Summer Pirro

k. Jeffrey Slominsky l. Shanieka Smith m. Latoya Watt
n. Sharon Bellin

o. Lynn Sac

Humanities (Period 6) Algebra II (Period 3) Resource Center (Period 5) Global History (Period 6) Physical Education Geometry Honors (Period 2) AP Human Geo (Period 2) Geometry (Period 7)
Computer Science I (Period 8) Geometry (Period 4)
Algebra I Honors (Period 1 & 5) Geometry (Period 1)
Spanish I (Period 5)

$70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA +32) $60.00 (BA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $60.00 (BA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32)
$60.00 (BA)

p. Gina Petrosi-Hggins	Practical Financial Algebra I (Period 2) $70.00 (MA)

q. Shaun Reilly

r. James Belluzzi

Computer Science I Honors (Period 3)

Geometry (Period 7)

$80.00 (MA+32)

$80.00 (MA+32)

17. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teacher, for assuming a seventh period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021, staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date, and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name	Subject	Rate

a. Sharon Bellin Geometry (Period 5)                  $80.00 (MA+32) b. Shaun Reilly Computer Science I (Period 2) $80.00 (MA+32)

18. that the Board approve payment to the following Benjamin Franklin Middle School teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 17, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name	Subject	Rate

a. Amanda Detrick BSIP Reading 5 $70 (MA)

b. Allen Gonzalez	BSIP Reading 6 $80 (MA+32)

19. that the Board approve the following certificated staff members to serve on the Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS) Committee for Hawthorne Elementary School for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend $948.00:

Staff Member	Stipend Amount a. Colette Brantley $948.00

b. Jemara Blount c. Amber Halpern

TOTAL:

$948.00 $948.00

$2,844.00

20. that the Board approve the following Extra Work Extra Pay assignment, at Teaneck High School, for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Mary Joyce Laqui

Activity

Activism Club

Stipend Amount

$1,098.00

b. Katheleen DeMoncada AIDS/Cancer Awareness	$938.50

c. Yaneth Mesa d. Marc Calello
e. Mary Joyce Laqui

f. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay g. Christine Mayers
h. John Dean

i. Lourdes Melendez j. Todd Murphy
k. Carol Petit-Bielen l. Alexandra Cavallo m. Goldie Minkowitz n. Goldie Minkowitz o. Sean Holland
p. John Dean

q. Victoria Galligan r. Daniel Olender
s. Abdoulaye Diallo t. Kiera Skerritt
u. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay v. Lynn Sac
w. Jahaziel Valeriano x. Amy Moran
y. Susie Cipriano z. Natasha Green
aa. Christine Mayers bb. Antoinette Bush cc. Linea Rondael dd. Daniel Olender
ee. Michaela Freemantle ff. Todd Murphy
gg. Emmanuel Viray hh. Emmanuel Viray
ii. Michaela Freemantle jj. Bettina Peets
kk. Todd Murphy

AIDS/Cancer Awareness Art Club
Asian Student Union Astrology Club
Black Youth Organization (BYO) Debate Coach
Fashion Club

Film & Theater Club French Club
HEAL Israel Club
Kosher Club Literary Magazine
National Forensic League Newspaper
Peer Leadership Red Cross Club Self Care Club SOLA
SOLA SOLVE Spectrum
Student Activities Director Student Council Terpsichoreans Advisor
Terpsichoreans Assistant Advisor Vocal Music Director
Yearbook Advisor Yearbook Business
Annual Drama - Director/Producer Annual Drama - Scenery
Annual Drama - Stage Crew Annual Musical - Business Manager Annual Musical - Choreographer
Annual Musical - Director/Producer

$938.50 $779.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $1,098.00 $5,405.00 $1,745.00 $1,057.00 $1,098.00 $2,731.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $4,465.00 $3,640.00 $3,667.00 $4,984.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $549.00 $549.00 $2,731.00 $1,098.00 $7,346.00 $2,479.00 $2,479.00 $2,032.00 $5,238.00 $4,945.00 $2,473.00 $6,109.00 $2,197.00 $2,492.00 $1,246.00 $4,362.00
$8,725.00

ll. LeeAnn Newland	Annual Musical - Instrumental Director $2,197.00

mm. Emmanuel Viray nn. Linea Rondael oo. Matthew Lynskey
pp. Lourdes Melendez qq. Ken Chung
rr. Joseph Laborde

ss. Susan Mortan

Annual Musical - Scenery Annual Musical - Vocal Director Bookrooms - English Bookrooms - World Language Bookrooms - Math
Bookrooms - Science

Bookrooms - Social Studies

$2,197.00 $4,362.00 $2,805.00 $1,240.00 $1,240.00 $2,805.00
$2,805.00

TOTAL:	$113,639.00

21. that the Board approve the stipend of $5,000 from the PEEA Grant for the position of Registrar Coordinator, and compensate Rosemarie Antinori, Registrar for the 2021-2022 school year.

22. that the Board approve reimbursement to the following administrator for the costs incurred during their participation in the New Jersey Leader to Leader Residency Program for principal certification as follows:

a. Patricia Dent (2020-2021 Participation Fee) - $1,000.

23. that the Board approve the following athletic coaches for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with the TTEA contract, pending approval of the NJSIAA and program/activity completion. Stipends will be prorated in the event of cancellation:

Sport	Position	Name	Stipend Amount

a. Boys Soccer TJMS

b. Boys Soccer BFMS

Head Coach Spencer Jones	$3,000

Head Coach Michael Miuccio $3,000

c. Boys Soccer	Assistant	Abdoulaye Diallo $5,551 d. Middle School Athletics Liason	Mickell Taylor	$10,000

TOTAL:	$21,551

24. that the Board rescind the appointment of the following athletic coaches for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with the TTEA contract, pending approval of the NJSIAA and program/activity completion.

Sport	Position	Name	Stipend Amount b. Boys Soccer BFMS Head Coach Jokeldy Hernandez $3,000
c. Boys Soccer	Assistant	Andres DeCastro	$5,551

TOTAL:	$8,551

33

Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

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IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x

x x
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x

x

Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
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APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x
x	#7 x
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Personnel

PERSONNEL	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Personnel resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the following certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Lisa Viggiano, Speech Therapist, at an annual salary of $87,500 (TTEA MA/step 12) assigned to Special Services, effective September 13, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Eva Jennings, Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $71,000 (TTEA MA/step 7) assigned to Teaneck High School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Joseph Tauriello, resigned (PC#:10-10-66/btm).

c. Diana Salib, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, at an annual salary of $79,000 (TTEA MA/step 10) assigned to Lowell and Whittier Elementary School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Employee #5216, non-renewed (PC#: 10-07-72/ciz).

d. Ilona Szewczyk, Grant Funded Behaviorist, at an annual salary of $68,000 (TTEA MA/step 6) assigned to Special Services, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Karla Lopez, Bus Driver, at an annual salary of $37,000 (off-guide), assigned to Central Administration Office, effective September 17, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Carlos Clavelo, General Mechanic III, at an annual salary of $70,000, assigned to Operations & Maintenance, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

c. Justine Mateo, Executive Assistant (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $43,750 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Public Safety and Human Resource Management, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Jennifer Basanti, promoted.

d. Paul Morgan, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

e. Travis Grundy, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teachers at $260 per-diem, after twenty-one days of employment, assigned to a non-tenure track position, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Eileen Brown, September 17, 2021 through November 23, 2021, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, replacing employee #4634.

4.	that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individual for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediately:

a. Deliris Lorenzo, Manager of Human Resources and Compliance, at an annual salary of $97,000 assigned to Central Office, effective October 25, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Tunde Adedoyin, resigned (PC#: 01-14-84/cdb).

5.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Amanda Mahlstedt, Special Education Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective October 22, 2021.

b. Jalia Carter, Special Education Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective October 27, 2021.

c. Brittany Rhodie, Theater Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective November 02, 2021.

d. Mayra Munem, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective July 09, 2021.

e. Mariana Humghok, Pre-K 3/4 Teacher, Bryant Elementary School, effective July 22, 2021.

f. Yris Acevedo, FORUM Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2021.

g. Joseph Tauriello, Grade 6 Teacher, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective July 26, 2021.

h. Shama Adbelhadi, Chemistry Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

i. Kamal Ahmad, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

6.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Employee ID# 1853, unpaid miscellaneous leave of absence without benefits, from September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

b. Employee ID# 2553, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through September 12, 2021 using 5 personal illness days, paid intermittent medical leave of absence from September 13, 2021 through September 24, 2021, under FMLA.

c. Employee ID# 4201, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through October 04, 2021, using 24 sick days under FMLA.

d. Employee ID# 3956, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from October 11, 2021 through January 18, 2022, using 3 personal business days and 58 personal illness days under FMLA and NJFLA. January 19, 2022 through March 08, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

e. Employee ID# 4610, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from April 19, 2021 through June 30, 2021, using 40 sick days and 3 personal business days under FMLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 1, 2021, through September 23, 2021 under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 24, 2021 through November 23, 2021 under NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence without benefits, from November 24, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

f. Employee ID# 5088, unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 20, 2021 through December 10, 2021, under FMLA. December 11, 2021 through February 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

g. Employee ID# 4808, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 17, 2021 through October 27, 2021, using 3 personal business days and 26 personal illness days, under FMLA. October 28, 2021 through March 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence with benefits from March 07, 2022 through June 30, 2022.

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following employees who separated from the district for unused vacation/sick days, not to exceed the information listed below:

a. Gary Sternberg, Messenger, Operations & Maintenance, 100 personal illness/business days at $40 totaling $4,000, 54 personal illness/business days at $60 totaling $3,240, 13 vacation days at $248.32 totaling $3,228.16, 1.67 vacation days at $255.02 totaling $425.88, total payment of $10,894.04.

b. Thomas de Lyon, Electrician, Operations & Maintenance, 15.83 vacation days at $288.46, total payment of $4,566.32.

c. Dr. Lottie Watson, Teacher on Special Assignment, 12.50 personal illness days at $81, total payment of $1,012.50.

8.	that the Board approve the attached longevity list of TTEA staff for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

9.	that the Board approve the salary guide reclassification effective September 01, 2021 for the following teachers:

Name	21-22 Guide Step Salary	Reclassification New Salary a. Mindy Fliegelman BA /Step 3	$57,000 MA/Step 3	$63,000

b. Jenna Banker

c. Claudia Califano d. Nergis Tepeli
e. Rochelle Yaros f. Levette Glanton g. Mark Martinez
h. Kristine Thielman

BA/Step 4 BA/Step 13 BA/Step 5 MA/Step 11 MA/Step 14 MA/Step 8
MA+32/Step 9

$58,000 MA/Step 4 $81,000 MA/Step 13 $59,000 MA/Step 5 $83,000 MA+32/Step 11 $93,500 MA+32/Step 14 $74,000 MA+32/Step 8
$86,000 DOCT/Step 9

$64,000 $91,000 $66,000 $94,600 $107,500 $82,000
$105,400

10. that the Board approve the following substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as-needed basis, at $120 per diem:

a. Shaun Holder b. Ana Mercedes
c. Ruqayyah Sanders d. Sameera Baig

11. that the Board approve Mary Faller as a Substitute Secretary at $15 per hour for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis.

12. that the Board approve the following individuals to work as File Clerks (part-time), for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis:

Name	Position Hourly Rate

a. Yessica Reyes

b. Jelani Kelly

File Clerk $15

File Clerk $15

c. Bonnie Rogovin File Clerk $15

13. that the Board approve the appointment of Dr. Kim Buxenbaum, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services, as the Affirmative Action Officer for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2021-2022 School Year.

14. that the Board approve the following re-appointment and salary of TTEA certificated staff members, for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

Name	Guide/step Salary a. Kelly Misol-Kulig MA/step 10 $79,000

15. that the Board approve payment to the following high school staff members for their participation in the Freshman Orientation Program held August 25, 2021, not to exceed six (6) hours at a rate of $50 per hour:

Name

a. Natasha Green b. Charles Clark
c. Gregory Cooper d. Jason McDonald e. Linea Rondael
f. Eric Akselrad

Total Stipend (not to exceed): $300
$300 $300 $300 $300
$300

g. Adriana Lagomarsino $300 h. Jahaziel Valeriano	$300 i. Ashley Pryce	$300 j. Christine Mayers	$300 k. Kiera Genus	$300 l. Nicole Cooper	$300 m. Susie Cipriano	$300 n. Douglas Book	$300 o. Daniel Olender	$300

TOTAL:	$4,500

16. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Vladymir Hunko

Subject

Resource Center (Period 2)

Rate

$70.00 (MA)

b. Adriana Lagomarsino Humanities 12 (Period 1)	$70.00 (MA)

c. Alexandra Cavallo d. John Occhiogrosso e. Anila Hoxha
f. Christine Mayers g. Edward Klimek h. Christina DeLeon i. Daniel Olender
j. Summer Pirro

k. Jeffrey Slominsky l. Shanieka Smith m. Latoya Watt
n. Sharon Bellin

o. Lynn Sac

Humanities (Period 6) Algebra II (Period 3) Resource Center (Period 5) Global History (Period 6) Physical Education Geometry Honors (Period 2) AP Human Geo (Period 2) Geometry (Period 7)
Computer Science I (Period 8) Geometry (Period 4)
Algebra I Honors (Period 1 & 5) Geometry (Period 1)
Spanish I (Period 5)

$70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA +32) $60.00 (BA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $60.00 (BA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32)
$60.00 (BA)

p. Gina Petrosi-Hggins	Practical Financial Algebra I (Period 2) $70.00 (MA)

q. Shaun Reilly

r. James Belluzzi

Computer Science I Honors (Period 3)

Geometry (Period 7)

$80.00 (MA+32)

$80.00 (MA+32)

17. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teacher, for assuming a seventh period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021, staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date, and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name	Subject	Rate

a. Sharon Bellin Geometry (Period 5)                  $80.00 (MA+32) b. Shaun Reilly Computer Science I (Period 2) $80.00 (MA+32)

18. that the Board approve payment to the following Benjamin Franklin Middle School teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 17, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name	Subject	Rate

a. Amanda Detrick BSIP Reading 5 $70 (MA)

b. Allen Gonzalez	BSIP Reading 6 $80 (MA+32)

19. that the Board approve the following certificated staff members to serve on the Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS) Committee for Hawthorne Elementary School for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend $948.00:

Staff Member	Stipend Amount a. Colette Brantley $948.00

b. Jemara Blount c. Amber Halpern

TOTAL:

$948.00 $948.00

$2,844.00

20. that the Board approve the following Extra Work Extra Pay assignment, at Teaneck High School, for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Mary Joyce Laqui

Activity

Activism Club

Stipend Amount

$1,098.00

b. Katheleen DeMoncada AIDS/Cancer Awareness	$938.50

c. Yaneth Mesa d. Marc Calello
e. Mary Joyce Laqui

f. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay g. Christine Mayers
h. John Dean

i. Lourdes Melendez j. Todd Murphy
k. Carol Petit-Bielen l. Alexandra Cavallo m. Goldie Minkowitz n. Goldie Minkowitz o. Sean Holland
p. John Dean

q. Victoria Galligan r. Daniel Olender
s. Abdoulaye Diallo t. Kiera Skerritt
u. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay v. Lynn Sac
w. Jahaziel Valeriano x. Amy Moran
y. Susie Cipriano z. Natasha Green
aa. Christine Mayers bb. Antoinette Bush cc. Linea Rondael dd. Daniel Olender
ee. Michaela Freemantle ff. Todd Murphy
gg. Emmanuel Viray hh. Emmanuel Viray
ii. Michaela Freemantle jj. Bettina Peets
kk. Todd Murphy

AIDS/Cancer Awareness Art Club
Asian Student Union Astrology Club
Black Youth Organization (BYO) Debate Coach
Fashion Club

Film & Theater Club French Club
HEAL Israel Club
Kosher Club Literary Magazine
National Forensic League Newspaper
Peer Leadership Red Cross Club Self Care Club SOLA
SOLA SOLVE Spectrum
Student Activities Director Student Council Terpsichoreans Advisor
Terpsichoreans Assistant Advisor Vocal Music Director
Yearbook Advisor Yearbook Business
Annual Drama - Director/Producer Annual Drama - Scenery
Annual Drama - Stage Crew Annual Musical - Business Manager Annual Musical - Choreographer
Annual Musical - Director/Producer

$938.50 $779.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $1,098.00 $5,405.00 $1,745.00 $1,057.00 $1,098.00 $2,731.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $4,465.00 $3,640.00 $3,667.00 $4,984.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $549.00 $549.00 $2,731.00 $1,098.00 $7,346.00 $2,479.00 $2,479.00 $2,032.00 $5,238.00 $4,945.00 $2,473.00 $6,109.00 $2,197.00 $2,492.00 $1,246.00 $4,362.00
$8,725.00

ll. LeeAnn Newland	Annual Musical - Instrumental Director $2,197.00

mm. Emmanuel Viray nn. Linea Rondael oo. Matthew Lynskey
pp. Lourdes Melendez qq. Ken Chung
rr. Joseph Laborde

ss. Susan Mortan

Annual Musical - Scenery Annual Musical - Vocal Director Bookrooms - English Bookrooms - World Language Bookrooms - Math
Bookrooms - Science

Bookrooms - Social Studies

$2,197.00 $4,362.00 $2,805.00 $1,240.00 $1,240.00 $2,805.00
$2,805.00

TOTAL:	$113,639.00

21. that the Board approve the stipend of $5,000 from the PEEA Grant for the position of Registrar Coordinator, and compensate Rosemarie Antinori, Registrar for the 2021-2022 school year.

22. that the Board approve reimbursement to the following administrator for the costs incurred during their participation in the New Jersey Leader to Leader Residency Program for principal certification as follows:

a. Patricia Dent (2020-2021 Participation Fee) - $1,000.

23. that the Board approve the following athletic coaches for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with the TTEA contract, pending approval of the NJSIAA and program/activity completion. Stipends will be prorated in the event of cancellation:

Sport	Position	Name	Stipend Amount

a. Boys Soccer TJMS

b. Boys Soccer BFMS

Head Coach Spencer Jones	$3,000

Head Coach Michael Miuccio $3,000

c. Boys Soccer	Assistant	Abdoulaye Diallo $5,551 d. Middle School Athletics Liason	Mickell Taylor	$10,000

TOTAL:	$21,551

24. that the Board rescind the appointment of the following athletic coaches for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with the TTEA contract, pending approval of the NJSIAA and program/activity completion.

Sport	Position	Name	Stipend Amount b. Boys Soccer BFMS Head Coach Jokeldy Hernandez $3,000
c. Boys Soccer	Assistant	Andres DeCastro	$5,551

TOTAL:	$8,551

25. that the Board approve the following staff members for services during the 2021-2022 school year, at the following athletics event:

a. Kendall Daniels b. Jason McDonald c. Vance Seinbergin d. Kharisma Bettis e. Abdoulaye Diallo f. Susie Cipriano
g. Centryll Scott

Fall/Winter/Spring Sports
			
Girls/Boys/Middle School Soccer
		$60.00

Basketball - Girls High School (two games)
		$85.00 total

Basketball - Middle School (two games)
		$65.00 total

Basketball - Boys High school (three games
		$100.00 total

Ticket Takers/Sales

Football
		$60.00

Basketball
		$70.00

Wrestling
		$60.00

Announcer

Football
		$70.00

Basketball
		$40.00 per game

Wrestling
		$70.00

Non-Carded Official

Outdoor Track and Field
		$70.00

Clock Operator/Time

Basketball - High School
		$40.00 per game

Basketball - Middle School
		$30.00 per game

Girls/Boys Volleyball
		$40.00 per game/level

Chain Crew (Football)

Chain and Marker
		$70.00

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Please click below for the Superintendent's report:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLA

VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

Please click link below for the public comments:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLg

VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

Please click the link below for the Board Committee Reports:

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAgLe

IX.	Agenda Items

https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eAmAggO

X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

a

2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

a

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x

x x
x x
x

x

x

Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x
x x
x

x x
x

APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x
x	#7 x
x

Personnel

PERSONNEL	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Personnel resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the following certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Lisa Viggiano, Speech Therapist, at an annual salary of $87,500 (TTEA MA/step 12) assigned to Special Services, effective September 13, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Eva Jennings, Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $71,000 (TTEA MA/step 7) assigned to Teaneck High School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Joseph Tauriello, resigned (PC#:10-10-66/btm).

c. Diana Salib, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, at an annual salary of $79,000 (TTEA MA/step 10) assigned to Lowell and Whittier Elementary School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Employee #5216, non-renewed (PC#: 10-07-72/ciz).

d. Ilona Szewczyk, Grant Funded Behaviorist, at an annual salary of $68,000 (TTEA MA/step 6) assigned to Special Services, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Karla Lopez, Bus Driver, at an annual salary of $37,000 (off-guide), assigned to Central Administration Office, effective September 17, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Carlos Clavelo, General Mechanic III, at an annual salary of $70,000, assigned to Operations & Maintenance, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

c. Justine Mateo, Executive Assistant (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $43,750 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Public Safety and Human Resource Management, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Jennifer Basanti, promoted.

d. Paul Morgan, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

e. Travis Grundy, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teachers at $260 per-diem, after twenty-one days of employment, assigned to a non-tenure track position, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Eileen Brown, September 17, 2021 through November 23, 2021, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, replacing employee #4634.

4.	that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individual for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediately:

a. Deliris Lorenzo, Manager of Human Resources and Compliance, at an annual salary of $97,000 assigned to Central Office, effective October 25, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Tunde Adedoyin, resigned (PC#: 01-14-84/cdb).

5.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Amanda Mahlstedt, Special Education Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective October 22, 2021.

b. Jalia Carter, Special Education Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective October 27, 2021.

c. Brittany Rhodie, Theater Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective November 02, 2021.

d. Mayra Munem, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective July 09, 2021.

e. Mariana Humghok, Pre-K 3/4 Teacher, Bryant Elementary School, effective July 22, 2021.

f. Yris Acevedo, FORUM Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2021.

g. Joseph Tauriello, Grade 6 Teacher, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective July 26, 2021.

h. Shama Adbelhadi, Chemistry Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

i. Kamal Ahmad, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

6.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Employee ID# 1853, unpaid miscellaneous leave of absence without benefits, from September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

b. Employee ID# 2553, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through September 12, 2021 using 5 personal illness days, paid intermittent medical leave of absence from September 13, 2021 through September 24, 2021, under FMLA.

c. Employee ID# 4201, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through October 04, 2021, using 24 sick days under FMLA.

d. Employee ID# 3956, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from October 11, 2021 through January 18, 2022, using 3 personal business days and 58 personal illness days under FMLA and NJFLA. January 19, 2022 through March 08, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

e. Employee ID# 4610, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from April 19, 2021 through June 30, 2021, using 40 sick days and 3 personal business days under FMLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 1, 2021, through September 23, 2021 under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 24, 2021 through November 23, 2021 under NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence without benefits, from November 24, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

f. Employee ID# 5088, unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 20, 2021 through December 10, 2021, under FMLA. December 11, 2021 through February 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

g. Employee ID# 4808, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 17, 2021 through October 27, 2021, using 3 personal business days and 26 personal illness days, under FMLA. October 28, 2021 through March 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence with benefits from March 07, 2022 through June 30, 2022.

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following employees who separated from the district for unused vacation/sick days, not to exceed the information listed below:

a. Gary Sternberg, Messenger, Operations & Maintenance, 100 personal illness/business days at $40 totaling $4,000, 54 personal illness/business days at $60 totaling $3,240, 13 vacation days at $248.32 totaling $3,228.16, 1.67 vacation days at $255.02 totaling $425.88, total payment of $10,894.04.

b. Thomas de Lyon, Electrician, Operations & Maintenance, 15.83 vacation days at $288.46, total payment of $4,566.32.

c. Dr. Lottie Watson, Teacher on Special Assignment, 12.50 personal illness days at $81, total payment of $1,012.50.

8.	that the Board approve the attached longevity list of TTEA staff for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

9.	that the Board approve the salary guide reclassification effective September 01, 2021 for the following teachers:

Name	21-22 Guide Step Salary	Reclassification New Salary a. Mindy Fliegelman BA /Step 3	$57,000 MA/Step 3	$63,000

b. Jenna Banker

c. Claudia Califano d. Nergis Tepeli
e. Rochelle Yaros f. Levette Glanton g. Mark Martinez
h. Kristine Thielman

BA/Step 4 BA/Step 13 BA/Step 5 MA/Step 11 MA/Step 14 MA/Step 8
MA+32/Step 9

$58,000 MA/Step 4 $81,000 MA/Step 13 $59,000 MA/Step 5 $83,000 MA+32/Step 11 $93,500 MA+32/Step 14 $74,000 MA+32/Step 8
$86,000 DOCT/Step 9

$64,000 $91,000 $66,000 $94,600 $107,500 $82,000
$105,400

10. that the Board approve the following substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as-needed basis, at $120 per diem:

a. Shaun Holder b. Ana Mercedes
c. Ruqayyah Sanders d. Sameera Baig

11. that the Board approve Mary Faller as a Substitute Secretary at $15 per hour for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis.

12. that the Board approve the following individuals to work as File Clerks (part-time), for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis:

Name	Position Hourly Rate

a. Yessica Reyes

b. Jelani Kelly

File Clerk $15

File Clerk $15

c. Bonnie Rogovin File Clerk $15

13. that the Board approve the appointment of Dr. Kim Buxenbaum, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services, as the Affirmative Action Officer for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2021-2022 School Year.

14. that the Board approve the following re-appointment and salary of TTEA certificated staff members, for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

Name	Guide/step Salary a. Kelly Misol-Kulig MA/step 10 $79,000

15. that the Board approve payment to the following high school staff members for their participation in the Freshman Orientation Program held August 25, 2021, not to exceed six (6) hours at a rate of $50 per hour:

Name

a. Natasha Green b. Charles Clark
c. Gregory Cooper d. Jason McDonald e. Linea Rondael
f. Eric Akselrad

Total Stipend (not to exceed): $300
$300 $300 $300 $300
$300

g. Adriana Lagomarsino $300 h. Jahaziel Valeriano	$300 i. Ashley Pryce	$300 j. Christine Mayers	$300 k. Kiera Genus	$300 l. Nicole Cooper	$300 m. Susie Cipriano	$300 n. Douglas Book	$300 o. Daniel Olender	$300

TOTAL:	$4,500

16. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Vladymir Hunko

Subject

Resource Center (Period 2)

Rate

$70.00 (MA)

b. Adriana Lagomarsino Humanities 12 (Period 1)	$70.00 (MA)

c. Alexandra Cavallo d. John Occhiogrosso e. Anila Hoxha
f. Christine Mayers g. Edward Klimek h. Christina DeLeon i. Daniel Olender
j. Summer Pirro

k. Jeffrey Slominsky l. Shanieka Smith m. Latoya Watt
n. Sharon Bellin

o. Lynn Sac

Humanities (Period 6) Algebra II (Period 3) Resource Center (Period 5) Global History (Period 6) Physical Education Geometry Honors (Period 2) AP Human Geo (Period 2) Geometry (Period 7)
Computer Science I (Period 8) Geometry (Period 4)
Algebra I Honors (Period 1 & 5) Geometry (Period 1)
Spanish I (Period 5)

$70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA +32) $60.00 (BA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $60.00 (BA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32)
$60.00 (BA)

p. Gina Petrosi-Hggins	Practical Financial Algebra I (Period 2) $70.00 (MA)

q. Shaun Reilly

r. James Belluzzi

Computer Science I Honors (Period 3)

Geometry (Period 7)

$80.00 (MA+32)

$80.00 (MA+32)

17. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teacher, for assuming a seventh period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021, staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date, and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name	Subject	Rate

a. Sharon Bellin Geometry (Period 5)                  $80.00 (MA+32) b. Shaun Reilly Computer Science I (Period 2) $80.00 (MA+32)

18. that the Board approve payment to the following Benjamin Franklin Middle School teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 17, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name	Subject	Rate

a. Amanda Detrick BSIP Reading 5 $70 (MA)

b. Allen Gonzalez	BSIP Reading 6 $80 (MA+32)

19. that the Board approve the following certificated staff members to serve on the Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS) Committee for Hawthorne Elementary School for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend $948.00:

Staff Member	Stipend Amount a. Colette Brantley $948.00

b. Jemara Blount c. Amber Halpern

TOTAL:

$948.00 $948.00

$2,844.00

20. that the Board approve the following Extra Work Extra Pay assignment, at Teaneck High School, for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Mary Joyce Laqui

Activity

Activism Club

Stipend Amount

$1,098.00

b. Katheleen DeMoncada AIDS/Cancer Awareness	$938.50

c. Yaneth Mesa d. Marc Calello
e. Mary Joyce Laqui

f. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay g. Christine Mayers
h. John Dean

i. Lourdes Melendez j. Todd Murphy
k. Carol Petit-Bielen l. Alexandra Cavallo m. Goldie Minkowitz n. Goldie Minkowitz o. Sean Holland
p. John Dean

q. Victoria Galligan r. Daniel Olender
s. Abdoulaye Diallo t. Kiera Skerritt
u. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay v. Lynn Sac
w. Jahaziel Valeriano x. Amy Moran
y. Susie Cipriano z. Natasha Green
aa. Christine Mayers bb. Antoinette Bush cc. Linea Rondael dd. Daniel Olender
ee. Michaela Freemantle ff. Todd Murphy
gg. Emmanuel Viray hh. Emmanuel Viray
ii. Michaela Freemantle jj. Bettina Peets
kk. Todd Murphy

AIDS/Cancer Awareness Art Club
Asian Student Union Astrology Club
Black Youth Organization (BYO) Debate Coach
Fashion Club

Film & Theater Club French Club
HEAL Israel Club
Kosher Club Literary Magazine
National Forensic League Newspaper
Peer Leadership Red Cross Club Self Care Club SOLA
SOLA SOLVE Spectrum
Student Activities Director Student Council Terpsichoreans Advisor
Terpsichoreans Assistant Advisor Vocal Music Director
Yearbook Advisor Yearbook Business
Annual Drama - Director/Producer Annual Drama - Scenery
Annual Drama - Stage Crew Annual Musical - Business Manager Annual Musical - Choreographer
Annual Musical - Director/Producer

$938.50 $779.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $1,098.00 $5,405.00 $1,745.00 $1,057.00 $1,098.00 $2,731.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $4,465.00 $3,640.00 $3,667.00 $4,984.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $549.00 $549.00 $2,731.00 $1,098.00 $7,346.00 $2,479.00 $2,479.00 $2,032.00 $5,238.00 $4,945.00 $2,473.00 $6,109.00 $2,197.00 $2,492.00 $1,246.00 $4,362.00
$8,725.00

ll. LeeAnn Newland	Annual Musical - Instrumental Director $2,197.00

mm. Emmanuel Viray nn. Linea Rondael oo. Matthew Lynskey
pp. Lourdes Melendez qq. Ken Chung
rr. Joseph Laborde

ss. Susan Mortan

Annual Musical - Scenery Annual Musical - Vocal Director Bookrooms - English Bookrooms - World Language Bookrooms - Math
Bookrooms - Science

Bookrooms - Social Studies

$2,197.00 $4,362.00 $2,805.00 $1,240.00 $1,240.00 $2,805.00
$2,805.00

TOTAL:	$113,639.00

21. that the Board approve the stipend of $5,000 from the PEEA Grant for the position of Registrar Coordinator, and compensate Rosemarie Antinori, Registrar for the 2021-2022 school year.

22. that the Board approve reimbursement to the following administrator for the costs incurred during their participation in the New Jersey Leader to Leader Residency Program for principal certification as follows:

a. Patricia Dent (2020-2021 Participation Fee) - $1,000.

23. that the Board approve the following athletic coaches for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with the TTEA contract, pending approval of the NJSIAA and program/activity completion. Stipends will be prorated in the event of cancellation:

Sport	Position	Name	Stipend Amount

a. Boys Soccer TJMS

b. Boys Soccer BFMS

Head Coach Spencer Jones	$3,000

Head Coach Michael Miuccio $3,000

c. Boys Soccer	Assistant	Abdoulaye Diallo $5,551 d. Middle School Athletics Liason	Mickell Taylor	$10,000

TOTAL:	$21,551

24. that the Board rescind the appointment of the following athletic coaches for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with the TTEA contract, pending approval of the NJSIAA and program/activity completion.

Sport	Position	Name	Stipend Amount b. Boys Soccer BFMS Head Coach Jokeldy Hernandez $3,000
c. Boys Soccer	Assistant	Andres DeCastro	$5,551

TOTAL:	$8,551

25. that the Board approve the following staff members for services during the 2021-2022 school year, at the following athletics event:

a. Kendall Daniels b. Jason McDonald c. Vance Seinbergin d. Kharisma Bettis e. Abdoulaye Diallo f. Susie Cipriano
g. Centryll Scott

Fall/Winter/Spring Sports Girls/Boys/Middle School Soccer Basketball - Girls High School (two games)
Basketball - Middle School (two games)

$60.00 $85.00 total
$65.00 total

Basketball - Boys High school (three games $100.00 total

Ticket Takers/Sales Football
Basketball Wrestling Announcer Football Basketball Wrestling
Non-Carded Official Outdoor Track and Field Clock Operator/Time Basketball - High School Basketball - Middle School Girls/Boys Volleyball Chain Crew (Football)
Chain and Marker

$60.00 $70.00 $60.00

$70.00

$40.00 per game $70.00

$70.00

$40.00 per game $30.00 per game $40.00 per game/level

$70.00

26. that the Board approve the following individuals to be paid for work in the Teaneck Community Education Center's SACC (School Age Child Care) program, for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 27, 2021 through June 17, 2022:

Name	Title	Hourly Rate a. Feona Turner	Site Supervisor $18.00
b. Ashley O'Connor Aide	$15.00 c. Mona Segal	Aide	$15.00 d. Gulshir Khan	Aide	$15.00 e. Chelsea Jones	Aide	$15.00 f. Joan Berkowitz	Aide	$15.00 g. Sheryl Wingster Aide	$15.00

27. that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individuals to be paid for work in the Teaneck Community Education Center's SACC (School Age Child Care) program, for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediatley:

Name

a. Shelia Garcia

b. Aida Rivera

Title Hourly Rate Aide $15.00
Aide $15.00

c. Daiyana Martinez Aide $15.00 d. Sabrina Hussain Aide $15.00

28. that the Board rescind the appointment of the following Student Teacher Practicum assignment, effective immediately:

a. Corrianne Conti, Caldwell University, assigned to Teaneck High School.

29. that the Board approve the following substitute safety officers for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis:

Name	Hourly Rate a. Agustin Garcia $22.50

30. that the Board rescind the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Travis Grundy, Safety & Attendance Officer, Central Office, effective September 30, 2021.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in the held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Sebastian Rodriguez, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, held in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center at Teaneck High School and virtually via Zoom app located on the district website, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk and posted on the school district website at www.teaneckschools.org, on August 19, 2021."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda)
Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold) Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Mrs. Gee (Danielle) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Present	Absent

x x x x x x
x

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x

Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

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VI.	Public Comment (non-Agenda and Agenda Items)

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VII. Board Presentations (If Needed)

NONE

VIII. Board Committee Reports (As Available)

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IX.	Agenda Items

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X.	Executive Session (If Needed)

Mrs. Rappoport motioned to adjourn the public meeting and convene into Executive session at 10:25 pm. Said motion was seconded by Ms. Gee and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rappoport Board Member
Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Second: D. Gee

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
x

Mrs. Gee motioned to adjourn the Executive session and convene back into the public meeting at 10:52 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Reiner and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: G. Reiner

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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XI.	Adjournment

Mr. Reiner motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:54 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mrs. Rappoport and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
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Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Board Goals

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

Policy

POLICY	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Policy resolutions:

1.	Policies Abolished P5114, P8810, P1648, P1648.02

that the Board approve to abolish the policies that are no longer necessary as follows:

Abolish Policy Guide 5114 - Children Displaced by Domestic Violence:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 was required to address the educational needs of children displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5111 has been amended and now thoroughly addresses the educational needs of students displaced by domestic violence;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 5114 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 5114 is abolished as Policy Guide 5111 thoroughly addresses the circumstances of students displaced by domestic violence.

Abolish Policy Guide 8810 - Religious Holidays:

WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 addressed the legal requirements for a board of education to recognize religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 2270 has been revised to address the updated United States Department of Education Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools, which Guidance addressed the recognition of religious holidays;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 8810 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 8810 is abolished as Policy Guide 2270 as revised adequately addresses the legal requirements regarding the recognition of religious holidays.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648 - Restart and Recovery Plan:

WHEREAS, the State Department of Education issued “The Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan for Education” Guidance for returning students to school during the COVID-19 pandemic;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 was developed to address the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back”;
WHEREAS, the Department of Education subsequently issued new guidance “The Road Forward,” which was intended to supplant “The Road Back” and prior Executive Orders;
WHEREAS, the minimum requirements set forth in “The Road Back” are not mandatory under “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.11 has been developed to address the recommendations set forth in “The Road Forward”;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648 is no longer necessary and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648 be abolished as it does not reflect the standards set forth in “The Road Forward” and has been replaced by Policy 1648.11.

Abolish Policy Guide 1648.02 - Remote Learning Options for Families:

WHEREAS, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 175, which required schools in the State of New Jersey to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 was developed and adopted to reflect the requirement to offer remote learning to all students;
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced that Executive Order 175 would be partially rescinded such that remote learning would no longer be offered after the 2020-2021 school year;
WHEREAS, “The Road Forward” Guidance issued by the New Jersey Department of Education indicates that all schools must be prepared to offer full-day, full-time, in-person instruction during the 2021-2022 school year;
WHEREAS, Policy Guide 1648.02 is no longer applicable under the current State-issued Guidance and Executive Orders and should be abolished.

BE IT RESOLVED that Policy Guide 1648.02 be abolished as it is no longer applicable under the current law.

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2.	Policy Updates - First Reading

that the Board approve the following policy updates for First Reading:

General Policy Updates:

P2422 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Education P2467 - Surrogate Parents and Resource Family Parents P5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students P5116 - Education of Homeless Children
P7432 - Eye Protection

P8420 - Emergency and Crisis Situations P8540 - School Nutrition Programs
P8550 - Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Services Bill P8600 - Student Transportation

NJDOE Office of Fiscal Accountability & Compliance Audit Policy Updates:

P6115.01 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Allowability of Costs P6115.02 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Mandatory Disclosures. P6115.03 - Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls - Conflict of Interest P6311 - Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants

COVID 19 Policy Updates:

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety

P1648.11 - The Road Forward COVID-19 - Health and Safety Appendices

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Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
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Policy 01 thru 02

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Board Operations resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the minutes of the Special Public meeting held on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x x x
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Board Operations 01 thru 01

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following School Operations and Curriculum resolutions:

1.	that the Board adopt and ratify all Teaneck Public Schools curricula for the 2021-2022 school year. All core subject curricula have been aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Curriculum guides are on file in the Office of Curriculum and Instruction.

K- 12 Family Life
Physical Education

Adaptive Physical Education Wellness/Health/Driver Education Career Infusion
English as a Second Language (ESL) Academically Gifted: Humanities/Mathematics Substance Awareness

Grades Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1-4 Pre-Kindergarten 3
Pre-Kindergarten 4 Full Day Kindergarten English/Language Arts Social Studies Science
Mathematics General Music
Instrumental Music (Grade 4) Dance within Physical Education Art K-4
World Language(s) (Grades 1- 4)

Grades 5 and 6 BSIP Mathematics
BSIP Language Arts Literacy English Language Arts Social Studies
Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics Seminar World Language
Science

General Music 5/6 Band 5/6
Art

Instrumental Music Lessons Dance
Physical Education Theater

Grade 7 Language Arts 7 Social Studies 7 Science 7
Math 7

Advanced Math Seminar 7 Art 7
French 7 Spanish 7
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Creative Writing
Music Through Technology Humanities
Computer Applications Literature & Film Dance
Theater

Grade 8 Language Arts 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Language Arts 8 Social Studies 8 Algebra I (AMS) 8 Math 8
Science 8 Art 8 French 8 Spanish 8
Instrumental Music/Chorus/Band/Strings Ensemble 7/8 Forensic Science
Public Speaking/Practical Law Multimedia Production
Music Through Technology Humanities
Creative Writing Literature & Cinema Dance
Theater

Teaneck High School

Department: English Language Arts Literacy 9 Center
Language Arts Literacy 10 Center Language Arts Literacy 11 Center Language and Literature 9 Honors Language and Literature 9
Advanced Literature and Composition 10 Honors 28 Literature and Composition 10
Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Literature and Composition American Literature 11 Honors
Modern American Literature 11 English Composition 101 Honors Advanced World Literature 12 Honors Humanities through Literature 12 SAT/ACT Prep: Verbal
Senior Seminar LAL Fall / Spring Creative Writing I
Creative Writing II

African American Literature Literature and Cinema/Honors

Department: English as a Second Language ESL Reading
ESL I ESL II ESL III

Department: Social Studies

African/African-American History / Honors Option Latin American Studies
Introduction to Law / Sociology

Comparative Religion & Contemporary Ethics Honors Economics
Psychology

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Honors Social Justice and Human Rights
Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Advanced Placement Human Geography
Advanced Placement Economics

Department: Mathematics SAT/ACT Prep: Mathematics
Senior Seminar Mathematics Fall/Spring Algebra I
Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Pre-calculus
Pre-calculus Honors

Advanced Mathematics Seminar 9 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 10 Honors Advanced Mathematics Seminar 11 Honors Introduction to Statistics and Calculus Honors Financial Algebra
Collegiate Mathematics AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Department: Computer Science Website Design
Computer Game Design Computer Game Design Honors Modeling and Animation I Modeling and Animation II Computer Science I
Computer Science I Honors Computer Science II Honors
Advanced Placement Computer Science A Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Robotics/AUTO CAD
T.E.A.M.S. Stem/Technology Survey 3D Printing and Modeling
Arduino Exploration Course

Department: Science Environmental Science Physical Science Biology CP
Biology Honors Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors Physics 9 Honors Physics CP Physics Honors Zoology
Marine Biology

Marine Biology Honors Engineering Fundamentals Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics C (Electricity, Magnetism and Mechanics) Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Department: French French I
French II French III
French 9 Honors French 10 Honors
La Civilzation Francaise and La France Actuelle Honors Advanced Placement French Language

Department: Spanish Spanish I
Spanish II Spanish III Spanish 9 Honors
Spanish 10 Honors

El Nuevo Mundo I, El Nuevo Mundo II Adelante
El Alma De España Y Conversacion Y Composicion Avanzada Honors Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Department: Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business
Computer Applications Introduction to Accounting Financial Literacy Marketing Essentials Digital Publishing Design
Financial Accounting Honors Investing Honors
Advanced Projects in Marketing Honors Small Business Management Honors Managerial Accounting Honors Business Policy Seminar Honors College Success Seminar
Business Experience Internship (BEI)

Department: Culinary Arts Introduction to Culinary Arts Intermediate Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts

Department: Fine & Performing Arts Advanced Arts Seminar Honors

Department: The Visual Arts Art I (Studio Art)
Art II (Portfolio Development)

Art III/IV (Advanced Art Projects)/Honors Option Digital Art
AP Studio Art- 2D Design

Department: Dance Dance I
Dance II

Dance III/Honors Option Dance IV/Honors Option

Department: Instrumental Music Concert Band (with Marching Band) String Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons

Department: Vocal Music Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir/Honors Option Madrigal Singers/Honors Option Voice Lessons
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Department: Theatre Arts Theatre I
Theatre II

Theatre III/Honors Option Theatre IV/Honors Option Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II, III, IV / Honors Option Advanced Arts Seminar
Music Theory I/Technology AP Music Theory

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

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School Operations 01 thru 01

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Finance and Budget resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve payment of the following 2021-2022 bills and payroll, as detailed in lists attached to the Minutes of this meeting, including adjustments to previously approved bill payments, and that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be hereby authorized to release the warrants in payments of these bills per the list appended to and made part of the minutes.

July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Debt Service Fund

$3,777,957.95 $82,484.92 $69,992.16
$639,525.00

Total of Approved Payments $4,569,960.03

2.	that the Board approve 2021-2022 budget transfers which are attached and a part of the official record.

3.	WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the Report of the Board Secretary and the Report of the Treasurer of School Monies for the month of July 2021 and determined that both reports are in agreement; and
WHEREAS, in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the Board of Education except as noted; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary’s monthly financial reports (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23A-16.10(c)4, and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the year (which would become a part of the Minutes of this meeting); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to P.L. 2004 Ch. 73 (S-1701), the Board certifies that after a review of the Secretary’s Monthly Financial Report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that there is a budgetary transfer that cumulatively exceeded 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent. A copy will be send to the County.

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent (FORUM Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $0) (Parent Funded $1,079.00) total cost $1,079.00.

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of virtual Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent (District funded $275.00) (Grant Funded $599) total cost of $874.00.

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school.

7.	Whereas, three quotes were gathered for the emergency repair and code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School which cannot be repaired and is not operational. The following three vendors submitted the quotes. See quotes attached.

Urutech Elevators $82,000 Standard Elevator $125,000 Kone Inc. $125,000

Be It Resolved, that the Board approves the contract for Urutech Elevators with the principal address located at 414 Chilton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 to do the emergency repair and the code required upgrade of the Elevator at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.

8.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Professional Learning Services CC 01-22 for Special Education Services for the 2021-2022 school year, WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Professional Learning Services and on September 21, 2021 only one proposal was received.

1. Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp)

An evaluation team was selected and the proposal was evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Professional Learning Services for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $99,510.00. See Scoring form attached.

Innovative Designs for Education (IDE Corp.) 545 Island Road, Suite 3A
Ramsey, NJ 07446

9.	WHEREAS, on August 30, 2021 the District advertised for Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems CC 02-22 for the 2021-2022 school year,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent/Business Administrator advertised for Request for Proposals for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems and on September 21, 2021 two (2) proposals were received.

1. Curriculum Associates, LLC/iReady 2. Renaissance

An evaluation team was selected and both proposals were evaluated;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the evaluations of the committee, the Business Administrator recommends that the Board approve the following vendor for the Computer Adaptive Assessment Systems for the school year 2021-2022 in the amount not to exceed $129,868.60. (see scoring summary attached)

Renaissance 2911 Peach Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

10. Whereas the Board approve the replenishment of the petty cash account to assist homeless students in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Title I funds would be used to reimburse the district.
Be it Resolved that the Board approve the replenishment of the McKinney Vento petty cash account.

11. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Lacey Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/6/21 and 10/7/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten students during eight (8) separate sessions (8 x $200 = $1,600) for a total not to exceed $1,600. Title IV funds from account # 20-280-100-300-73-50-I-0 will be utilized.

12. that the Board approve payment to Telling Tales Publications, LLC. (Eleni Theodorou, Speaker) for presenting Noko Busts Bullying at Hawthorne Elementary School. Between the dates of 10/4/21 and 10/8/21, the speaker will present to kindergarten, first and second grade students during eight (8) separate sessions (5 x $150 = $750 and 3 x $300 = $900) for a total not to exceed $1,650.

13. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS NECESSARY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,750,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING SCHOOL BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS TO DO ALL ACTS AND THINGS DEEMED NECESSARY AND ADVISABLE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF SAID BONDS

WHEREAS, on April 5, 2012, The Board of Education of the Township of Teaneck in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body and the “School District” when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) issued $8,180,000 aggregate principal amount of tax-exempt School Energy Savings Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012 (the “2012 Refunding School Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the current interest rate environment may enable it to realize going-forward debt service savings for property taxpayers residing in the School District through the issuance by the Board of Refunding School Bonds (the “Refunding School Bonds”) to refund all or a portion of the $3,485,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2012 Refunding School Bonds maturing on April 1 in the years 2023 through 2027, inclusive (the “Refunded Bonds”); and

WHEREAS, the Board introduced a refunding school bond ordinance (the “Refunding Bond Ordinance”) on first reading by resolution of the Board on August 25, 2021; and

WHEREAS, on the date hereof, the Board held a public hearing on the Refunding Bond Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has determined to issue and sell such Refunding School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Board now desires to authorize certain actions in connection with the sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TEANECK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY (by not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring), AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Refunding Bond Ordinance is hereby adopted and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 2. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, subject to the limitations contained herein and in consultation with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Woodbridge, New Jersey, Bond Counsel to the Board (“Bond Counsel”), and Phoenix Advisors, LLC, as Municipal Advisor to the Board (the “Municipal Advisor”), the power with respect to the Refunding School Bonds, which may be sold in one or more series, to determine and carry out the following:

a)	the sale of the Refunding School Bonds at private sale, provided that the purchase price paid by the purchaser thereof shall not be less than ninety-five percent (95%) of the principal amount of the Refunding School Bonds so sold;

b)	the principal amount of Refunding School Bonds to be issued, provided that (i) such amount shall not exceed $3,750,000, and (ii) such amount shall not exceed the amount necessary to pay the costs of issuance associated with the Refunding School Bonds and to fund the deposit to the escrow fund as set forth in the Escrow Deposit Agreement (as defined herein) in an amount that, when invested, will be sufficient to provide for the timely payments required for the Refunded Bonds;

c)	the maturity dates and the principal amount of each maturity or sinking fund redemption amount of the Refunding School Bonds, provided that no Refunding School Bonds refunding the Refunded Bonds shall mature later than the maturity date of the respective Refunded Bonds;

d)	the interest payment dates and the interest rates on the Refunding School Bonds, provided that the true interest cost on the Refunding School Bonds shall produce a present value debt service savings of at least three percent (3%) of the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds;

e)	the denomination or denominations of and the manner of numbering and lettering the Refunding School Bonds, provided that all Refunding School Bonds of like maturity shall be identical in all respects, except as to denominations, amounts, numbers and letters;

f)	provisions for the sale or exchange of the Refunding School Bonds and for the delivery thereof;

g)	the form of the Refunding School Bonds shall be substantially in the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto, with such additions, deletions and omissions as may be necessary for the Board to market the Refunding School Bonds in accordance with the requirements of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York, (“DTC”) and the Purchase Contract (as defined herein);
h)	the direction for the application and investment of the proceeds of the Refunding School Bonds;

i)	the terms of redemption of the Refunding School Bonds, if any;

j)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a current or forward basis;

k)	the determination to issue such Refunding School Bonds on a taxable or tax-exempt basis;

l)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds to a purchaser (the “Purchaser”) as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with the Municipal Advisor after a solicitation process conducted by a placement agent (as selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary) or by the Municipal Advisor, in accordance with the a commitment letter on a current or forward delivery basis, if required, to be entered into by and between the Purchaser and the Board pursuant to this resolution;

m)	the determination to sell the Refunding School Bonds via a public offering to an underwriter(s) (the “Underwriter”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in consultation with the Municipal Advisor; an

n)	any other provisions deemed advisable by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary not in conflict with the provisions hereof.

In addition, the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds shall comply with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5, including that within ten (10) days of the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall file a report with the Local Finance Board within the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs setting forth (a) a comparison of the Refunding School Bonds’ debt service and the Refunded Bonds’ debt service, which comparison shall set forth the present value savings achieved by the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (b) a summary of the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; (c) an itemized accounting of all costs of issuance in connection with the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds; and (d) a certification of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary that (i) all of the conditions of Section (b) of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5 have been met, and (ii) this resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunding School Bonds, adopted pursuant to 18A:24-61.5(b), was approved by a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the Board.

The Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall execute a certificate evidencing the determinations or other actions taken pursuant to the authority granted hereunder, and any such certificate shall be conclusive evidence of the actions or determinations of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary as to the matters stated therein.

SECTION 3. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute by manual or facsimile signature the Refunding School Bonds in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Refunding School Bonds.

SECTION 4. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve a Bond Purchase Contract (the “Purchase Contract”), if required, for the Refunding School Bonds, to be dated the date of sale of such Refunding School Bonds and to be executed by the Purchaser. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Purchase Contract.

SECTION 5. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to apply and qualify for the issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance and to approve a Commitment for Municipal Bond Insurance (the “Commitment”) setting forth the terms and conditions (including premium charges) upon which a bond insurer proposes to issue its bond insurance policy covering the Refunding School Bonds. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Commitment.

SECTION 6. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, is hereby authorized and directed to approve the Escrow Deposit Agreement (the “Escrow Deposit Agreement”) with an escrow agent (the “Escrow Agent”) to be selected by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds, to be dated the date of the closing on the Refunding School Bonds. The President and Vice President of the Board are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Escrow Deposit Agreement in the name of the Board and the corporate seal (or facsimile thereof) shall be thereunto affixed, imprinted, engraved or otherwise reproduced thereon. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such signature and to the affixing of said seal to the Escrow Deposit Agreement. The Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to act as the agent and representative of the Board for the purpose of subscribing for the purchase of United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series to be held by the Escrow Agent. In the alternative, if United States Treasury Securities – State and Local Government Series are not available, the Municipal Advisor is hereby authorized to seek bids for the acquisition of United States Treasury Securities – Open Market Securities.
SECTION 7. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to select a verification agent (the “Verification Agent”), if required, in consultation with Bond Counsel and the Municipal Advisor, with respect to the Refunded Bonds. The Verification Agent shall prepare the verification report required to verify the sufficiency of the escrowed monies to refund the Refunded Bonds.

SECTION 8. It is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the authority to “deem final” (as defined under Rule 15c2-12, as amended and supplemented (the “Rule”), promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and supplemented), a Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) and such official is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a certificate to the Underwriter evidencing the same. The preparation and distribution by the Board, in consultation with Bond Counsel, and counsel to the Underwriter, if any, of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Refunding School Bonds to be used in connection with the marketing of such Refunding School Bonds, is hereby approved and any previous actions undertaken by various representatives and officers of the Board with respect thereto are hereby ratified and confirmed. Upon the sale of the Refunding School Bonds to the Underwriter, the Preliminary Official Statement shall be so modified by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, to reflect the effect of the pricing of the Refunding School Bonds and the Purchase Contract and any other revision not inconsistent with the substance thereof deemed necessary or advisable by Bond Counsel, and said Preliminary Official Statement as so modified shall constitute the final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”). The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is authorized and directed on behalf of the Board to execute and deliver said Official Statement.

SECTION 9. The Board hereby covenants and agrees that it will comply with and carry out all of the provisions of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate (the “Certificate”) which will set forth the obligation of the Board to file budgetary, financial and operating data on an annual basis and notices of certain enumerated events deemed material in accordance with the provision of the Rule. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver this Certificate evidencing the Board’s undertaking with respect to the Rule. Notwithstanding the foregoing, failure of the Board to comply with the Certificate shall not be considered a default on the Refunding School Bonds; however, any Bondholder may take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate, including seeking mandamus or specific performance to cause the Board to comply with its obligations hereunder.

SECTION 10. The President, Vice President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary or any other appropriate officer or representative of the Board, are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents and to do and cause to be done any and all acts and things necessary or proper for carrying out the transactions contemplated by this resolution, the Purchase Contract, the Escrow Deposit Agreement and the Commitment, and for the authorization, sale and issuance of the Refunding School Bonds. The execution by such officials and officers of any such documents, with changes, insertions or omissions approved by the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, in consultation with Bond Counsel, as hereinabove provided, shall be conclusive and no further ratification or other action by the Board shall be required with respect thereto.

SECTION 11. The Board hereby covenants to maintain the exclusion from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) of the interest on the Refunding School Bonds. There is hereby delegated to the Business Administrator/Board Secretary the ability to designate the Refunding School Bonds as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B)(ii) of the Code.

SECTION 12. All other resolutions adopted in connection with the Refunding School Bonds and inconsistent herewith are hereby rescinded to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 13. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

14. Whereas, the Administration reviewed multiple proposals from multiple Coop Vendors and;
Whereas, the Board approve the upgrade and installation and the purchase of new door buzzers, card access and the camera systems for Bryant, Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools;
Whereas, this purchase in the amount of $310,055.72 for all four schools will be made through the Hunterdon County Coop;
Whereas, the total amount will be paid utilizing the previously awarded Federal Cops Grant Funding (C.O.P.S). There will be no cost to the district for this purchase.
Be It Resolved, the Board approve this purchase to TECHNOtime through the COPS Federal Grant funding.

MOTION TO TABLE ITEM#7 UNDER FINANCE AND BUDGET Motion: V. Fisher	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x

x x
x x
x

x

x

Motion to amend#7 under Finance & Budget upon recommendation and consideration of district counsel approval.

Motion: D. Gee	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x
x x
x

x x
x

APPROVE MOTIONS #1-14

Motion: G. Reiner	Second: S. Rappoport

Board Member Mrs. Burns (Linda) Mr. Clark, Sr. (Harold)

Mr. Cooper (Damen) Mrs. Fisher (Victoria) Ms. Gee (Danielle)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent x
x x x x x
x	#7 x
x

Personnel

PERSONNEL	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Personnel resolutions:

1.	that the Board approve the following certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Lisa Viggiano, Speech Therapist, at an annual salary of $87,500 (TTEA MA/step 12) assigned to Special Services, effective September 13, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Eva Jennings, Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $71,000 (TTEA MA/step 7) assigned to Teaneck High School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Joseph Tauriello, resigned (PC#:10-10-66/btm).

c. Diana Salib, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, at an annual salary of $79,000 (TTEA MA/step 10) assigned to Lowell and Whittier Elementary School, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Employee #5216, non-renewed (PC#: 10-07-72/ciz).

d. Ilona Szewczyk, Grant Funded Behaviorist, at an annual salary of $68,000 (TTEA MA/step 6) assigned to Special Services, effective September 09, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointments, following a 90-day probationary period, effective dates as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Karla Lopez, Bus Driver, at an annual salary of $37,000 (off-guide), assigned to Central Administration Office, effective September 17, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

b. Carlos Clavelo, General Mechanic III, at an annual salary of $70,000, assigned to Operations & Maintenance, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

c. Justine Mateo, Executive Assistant (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $43,750 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Public Safety and Human Resource Management, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Jennifer Basanti, promoted.

d. Paul Morgan, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

e. Travis Grundy, COVID Response Team Member (temporary position due to COVID-19), at an annual salary of $59,000 (ESSER II grant funded), assigned to Central Office, effective September 23, 2021 through June 30, 2022, new position.

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teachers at $260 per-diem, after twenty-one days of employment, assigned to a non-tenure track position, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Eileen Brown, September 17, 2021 through November 23, 2021, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, replacing employee #4634.

4.	that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individual for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediately:

a. Deliris Lorenzo, Manager of Human Resources and Compliance, at an annual salary of $97,000 assigned to Central Office, effective October 25, 2021 through June 30, 2022, replacing Tunde Adedoyin, resigned (PC#: 01-14-84/cdb).

5.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Amanda Mahlstedt, Special Education Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective October 22, 2021.

b. Jalia Carter, Special Education Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective October 27, 2021.

c. Brittany Rhodie, Theater Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective November 02, 2021.

d. Mayra Munem, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective July 09, 2021.

e. Mariana Humghok, Pre-K 3/4 Teacher, Bryant Elementary School, effective July 22, 2021.

f. Yris Acevedo, FORUM Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2021.

g. Joseph Tauriello, Grade 6 Teacher, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective July 26, 2021.

h. Shama Adbelhadi, Chemistry Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

i. Kamal Ahmad, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, effective July 28, 2021.

6.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Employee ID# 1853, unpaid miscellaneous leave of absence without benefits, from September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

b. Employee ID# 2553, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through September 12, 2021 using 5 personal illness days, paid intermittent medical leave of absence from September 13, 2021 through September 24, 2021, under FMLA.

c. Employee ID# 4201, paid medical leave of absence with benefits, from September 01, 2021 through October 04, 2021, using 24 sick days under FMLA.

d. Employee ID# 3956, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from October 11, 2021 through January 18, 2022, using 3 personal business days and 58 personal illness days under FMLA and NJFLA. January 19, 2022 through March 08, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

e. Employee ID# 4610, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from April 19, 2021 through June 30, 2021, using 40 sick days and 3 personal business days under FMLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 1, 2021, through September 23, 2021 under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 24, 2021 through November 23, 2021 under NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence without benefits, from November 24, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

f. Employee ID# 5088, unpaid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 20, 2021 through December 10, 2021, under FMLA. December 11, 2021 through February 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under NJFLA.

g. Employee ID# 4808, paid maternity leave of absence with benefits, from September 17, 2021 through October 27, 2021, using 3 personal business days and 26 personal illness days, under FMLA. October 28, 2021 through March 04, 2022, unpaid with benefits, under FMLA and NJFLA. Unpaid child rearing leave of absence with benefits from March 07, 2022 through June 30, 2022.

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following employees who separated from the district for unused vacation/sick days, not to exceed the information listed below:

a. Gary Sternberg, Messenger, Operations & Maintenance, 100 personal illness/business days at $40 totaling $4,000, 54 personal illness/business days at $60 totaling $3,240, 13 vacation days at $248.32 totaling $3,228.16, 1.67 vacation days at $255.02 totaling $425.88, total payment of $10,894.04.

b. Thomas de Lyon, Electrician, Operations & Maintenance, 15.83 vacation days at $288.46, total payment of $4,566.32.

c. Dr. Lottie Watson, Teacher on Special Assignment, 12.50 personal illness days at $81, total payment of $1,012.50.

8.	that the Board approve the attached longevity list of TTEA staff for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

9.	that the Board approve the salary guide reclassification effective September 01, 2021 for the following teachers:

Name	21-22 Guide Step Salary	Reclassification New Salary a. Mindy Fliegelman BA /Step 3	$57,000 MA/Step 3	$63,000

b. Jenna Banker

c. Claudia Califano d. Nergis Tepeli
e. Rochelle Yaros f. Levette Glanton g. Mark Martinez
h. Kristine Thielman

BA/Step 4 BA/Step 13 BA/Step 5 MA/Step 11 MA/Step 14 MA/Step 8
MA+32/Step 9

$58,000 MA/Step 4 $81,000 MA/Step 13 $59,000 MA/Step 5 $83,000 MA+32/Step 11 $93,500 MA+32/Step 14 $74,000 MA+32/Step 8
$86,000 DOCT/Step 9

$64,000 $91,000 $66,000 $94,600 $107,500 $82,000
$105,400

10. that the Board approve the following substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as-needed basis, at $120 per diem:

a. Shaun Holder b. Ana Mercedes
c. Ruqayyah Sanders d. Sameera Baig

11. that the Board approve Mary Faller as a Substitute Secretary at $15 per hour for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis.

12. that the Board approve the following individuals to work as File Clerks (part-time), for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis:

Name	Position Hourly Rate

a. Yessica Reyes

b. Jelani Kelly

File Clerk $15

File Clerk $15

c. Bonnie Rogovin File Clerk $15

13. that the Board approve the appointment of Dr. Kim Buxenbaum, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services, as the Affirmative Action Officer for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2021-2022 School Year.

14. that the Board approve the following re-appointment and salary of TTEA certificated staff members, for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 01, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

Name	Guide/step Salary a. Kelly Misol-Kulig MA/step 10 $79,000

15. that the Board approve payment to the following high school staff members for their participation in the Freshman Orientation Program held August 25, 2021, not to exceed six (6) hours at a rate of $50 per hour:

Name

a. Natasha Green b. Charles Clark
c. Gregory Cooper d. Jason McDonald e. Linea Rondael
f. Eric Akselrad

Total Stipend (not to exceed): $300
$300 $300 $300 $300
$300

g. Adriana Lagomarsino $300 h. Jahaziel Valeriano	$300 i. Ashley Pryce	$300 j. Christine Mayers	$300 k. Kiera Genus	$300 l. Nicole Cooper	$300 m. Susie Cipriano	$300 n. Douglas Book	$300 o. Daniel Olender	$300

TOTAL:	$4,500

16. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Vladymir Hunko

Subject

Resource Center (Period 2)

Rate

$70.00 (MA)

b. Adriana Lagomarsino Humanities 12 (Period 1)	$70.00 (MA)

c. Alexandra Cavallo d. John Occhiogrosso e. Anila Hoxha
f. Christine Mayers g. Edward Klimek h. Christina DeLeon i. Daniel Olender
j. Summer Pirro

k. Jeffrey Slominsky l. Shanieka Smith m. Latoya Watt
n. Sharon Bellin

o. Lynn Sac

Humanities (Period 6) Algebra II (Period 3) Resource Center (Period 5) Global History (Period 6) Physical Education Geometry Honors (Period 2) AP Human Geo (Period 2) Geometry (Period 7)
Computer Science I (Period 8) Geometry (Period 4)
Algebra I Honors (Period 1 & 5) Geometry (Period 1)
Spanish I (Period 5)

$70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA +32) $60.00 (BA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32) $60.00 (BA) $80.00 (MA+32) $70.00 (MA) $70.00 (MA) $80.00 (MA+32)
$60.00 (BA)

p. Gina Petrosi-Hggins	Practical Financial Algebra I (Period 2) $70.00 (MA)

q. Shaun Reilly

r. James Belluzzi

Computer Science I Honors (Period 3)

Geometry (Period 7)

$80.00 (MA+32)

$80.00 (MA+32)

17. that the Board approve payment to the following high school teacher, for assuming a seventh period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 09, 2021, staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date, and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name	Subject	Rate

a. Sharon Bellin Geometry (Period 5)                  $80.00 (MA+32) b. Shaun Reilly Computer Science I (Period 2) $80.00 (MA+32)

18. that the Board approve payment to the following Benjamin Franklin Middle School teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at a negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 17, 2021. Staff members will receive payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form for each pay date and will receive their payment on the subsequent pay date:

Name	Subject	Rate

a. Amanda Detrick BSIP Reading 5 $70 (MA)

b. Allen Gonzalez	BSIP Reading 6 $80 (MA+32)

19. that the Board approve the following certificated staff members to serve on the Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS) Committee for Hawthorne Elementary School for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend $948.00:

Staff Member	Stipend Amount a. Colette Brantley $948.00

b. Jemara Blount c. Amber Halpern

TOTAL:

$948.00 $948.00

$2,844.00

20. that the Board approve the following Extra Work Extra Pay assignment, at Teaneck High School, for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Mary Joyce Laqui

Activity

Activism Club

Stipend Amount

$1,098.00

b. Katheleen DeMoncada AIDS/Cancer Awareness	$938.50

c. Yaneth Mesa d. Marc Calello
e. Mary Joyce Laqui

f. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay g. Christine Mayers
h. John Dean

i. Lourdes Melendez j. Todd Murphy
k. Carol Petit-Bielen l. Alexandra Cavallo m. Goldie Minkowitz n. Goldie Minkowitz o. Sean Holland
p. John Dean

q. Victoria Galligan r. Daniel Olender
s. Abdoulaye Diallo t. Kiera Skerritt
u. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay v. Lynn Sac
w. Jahaziel Valeriano x. Amy Moran
y. Susie Cipriano z. Natasha Green
aa. Christine Mayers bb. Antoinette Bush cc. Linea Rondael dd. Daniel Olender
ee. Michaela Freemantle ff. Todd Murphy
gg. Emmanuel Viray hh. Emmanuel Viray
ii. Michaela Freemantle jj. Bettina Peets
kk. Todd Murphy

AIDS/Cancer Awareness Art Club
Asian Student Union Astrology Club
Black Youth Organization (BYO) Debate Coach
Fashion Club

Film & Theater Club French Club
HEAL Israel Club
Kosher Club Literary Magazine
National Forensic League Newspaper
Peer Leadership Red Cross Club Self Care Club SOLA
SOLA SOLVE Spectrum
Student Activities Director Student Council Terpsichoreans Advisor
Terpsichoreans Assistant Advisor Vocal Music Director
Yearbook Advisor Yearbook Business
Annual Drama - Director/Producer Annual Drama - Scenery
Annual Drama - Stage Crew Annual Musical - Business Manager Annual Musical - Choreographer
Annual Musical - Director/Producer

$938.50 $779.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $1,098.00 $5,405.00 $1,745.00 $1,057.00 $1,098.00 $2,731.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $4,465.00 $3,640.00 $3,667.00 $4,984.00 $1,098.00 $0.00 $549.00 $549.00 $2,731.00 $1,098.00 $7,346.00 $2,479.00 $2,479.00 $2,032.00 $5,238.00 $4,945.00 $2,473.00 $6,109.00 $2,197.00 $2,492.00 $1,246.00 $4,362.00
$8,725.00

ll. LeeAnn Newland	Annual Musical - Instrumental Director $2,197.00

mm. Emmanuel Viray nn. Linea Rondael oo. Matthew Lynskey
pp. Lourdes Melendez qq. Ken Chung
rr. Joseph Laborde

ss. Susan Mortan

Annual Musical - Scenery Annual Musical - Vocal Director Bookrooms - English Bookrooms - World Language Bookrooms - Math
Bookrooms - Science

Bookrooms - Social Studies

$2,197.00 $4,362.00 $2,805.00 $1,240.00 $1,240.00 $2,805.00
$2,805.00

TOTAL:	$113,639.00

21. that the Board approve the stipend of $5,000 from the PEEA Grant for the position of Registrar Coordinator, and compensate Rosemarie Antinori, Registrar for the 2021-2022 school year.

22. that the Board approve reimbursement to the following administrator for the costs incurred during their participation in the New Jersey Leader to Leader Residency Program for principal certification as follows:

a. Patricia Dent (2020-2021 Participation Fee) - $1,000.

23. that the Board approve the following athletic coaches for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with the TTEA contract, pending approval of the NJSIAA and program/activity completion. Stipends will be prorated in the event of cancellation:

Sport	Position	Name	Stipend Amount

a. Boys Soccer TJMS

b. Boys Soccer BFMS

Head Coach Spencer Jones	$3,000

Head Coach Michael Miuccio $3,000

c. Boys Soccer	Assistant	Abdoulaye Diallo $5,551 d. Middle School Athletics Liason	Mickell Taylor	$10,000

TOTAL:	$21,551

24. that the Board rescind the appointment of the following athletic coaches for the 2021-2022 school year, stipend in accordance with the TTEA contract, pending approval of the NJSIAA and program/activity completion.

Sport	Position	Name	Stipend Amount b. Boys Soccer BFMS Head Coach Jokeldy Hernandez $3,000
c. Boys Soccer	Assistant	Andres DeCastro	$5,551

TOTAL:	$8,551

25. that the Board approve the following staff members for services during the 2021-2022 school year, at the following athletics event:

a. Kendall Daniels b. Jason McDonald c. Vance Seinbergin d. Kharisma Bettis e. Abdoulaye Diallo f. Susie Cipriano
g. Centryll Scott

Fall/Winter/Spring Sports Girls/Boys/Middle School Soccer Basketball - Girls High School (two games)
Basketball - Middle School (two games)

$60.00 $85.00 total
$65.00 total

Basketball - Boys High school (three games $100.00 total

Ticket Takers/Sales Football
Basketball Wrestling Announcer Football Basketball Wrestling
Non-Carded Official Outdoor Track and Field Clock Operator/Time Basketball - High School Basketball - Middle School Girls/Boys Volleyball Chain Crew (Football)
Chain and Marker

$60.00 $70.00 $60.00

$70.00

$40.00 per game $70.00

$70.00

$40.00 per game $30.00 per game $40.00 per game/level

$70.00

26. that the Board approve the following individuals to be paid for work in the Teaneck Community Education Center's SACC (School Age Child Care) program, for the 2021-2022 school year, effective September 27, 2021 through June 17, 2022:

Name	Title	Hourly Rate a. Feona Turner	Site Supervisor $18.00
b. Ashley O'Connor Aide	$15.00 c. Mona Segal	Aide	$15.00 d. Gulshir Khan	Aide	$15.00 e. Chelsea Jones	Aide	$15.00 f. Joan Berkowitz	Aide	$15.00 g. Sheryl Wingster Aide	$15.00

27. that the Board rescind the appointment of the following individuals to be paid for work in the Teaneck Community Education Center's SACC (School Age Child Care) program, for the 2021-2022 school year, effective immediatley:

Name

a. Shelia Garcia

b. Aida Rivera

Title Hourly Rate Aide $15.00
Aide $15.00

c. Daiyana Martinez Aide $15.00 d. Sabrina Hussain Aide $15.00

28. that the Board rescind the appointment of the following Student Teacher Practicum assignment, effective immediately:

a. Corrianne Conti, Caldwell University, assigned to Teaneck High School.

29. that the Board approve the following substitute safety officers for the 2021-2022 school year, on an as needed basis:

Name	Hourly Rate a. Agustin Garcia $22.50

30. that the Board rescind the resignation of the following staff members:

a. Travis Grundy, Safety & Attendance Officer, Central Office, effective September 30, 2021.

Motion: G. Reiner
	Second: S. Rappoport
	
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	Yes
	No
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	Absent
	
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Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
				
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
	x
				
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
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FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION # 2

Teaneck Board of EducationTransfer List Transfers 7/31/2021
AMOUNT TRANSFERRED

ACCOUNT

19206            11-000-270-600-83-49-0-D 19206            11-000-270-390-83-56-0-D

DESCRIPTION

SUPPLIES/TRANSPORTATION OTHER EXP./TRANS ROUTING

From	To

(950.00)
950.00 $	(950.00) $	950.00

EXPLANATION: CO-Tranport-Databasehosting Adjustment

19213	11-000-230-820-81-50-0-D 19213            11-000-230-340-82-50-P-D 19213	11-000-230-590-82-50-P-0 19213	11-000-230-610-82-49-P-0

JUDGEMENTS
PURCH SRV/COMM REL/NONIN PUBLIC REL/PURCHASED SERVICES SUPPLIES/COMM REL

(25,000.00)

$	(25,000.00) $

17,000.00 4,500.00 3,500.00 25,000.00

EXPLANATION: F-YR_XFR_COMMs DIR Adjustment

19281	20-231-100-101-22-15-I-4 19281	20-231-290-290-99-22-I-4 19281	20-231-400-731-22-31-I-4

TITLE I/STIPENDS/WHITTIER TITLE I/TPAF & FICA/WHITTIER TITLE I EQUIP/WHITTIER

(7,000.00) (2,000.00)

$	(9,000.00) $

9,000.00 9,000.00

EXPLANATION: Title1-EquipNeedsAmmend#2_xfr1 Adjustment

19282             20-231-100-610-22-40-I-7 19282             20-231-400-731-22-31-I-7

TITLE I/INST'L SUPPL/LOWELL TITLE I EQUIP/LOWELL

(1,843.25)

$	(1,843.25) $

1,843.25 1,843.25

EXPLANATION: Title1-EquipNeedsAmmend#2_xfr2 Adjustment

19283	20-231-100-610-22-40-I-F 19283	20-231-200-610-22-49-I-F 19283	20-231-400-731-22-31-I-F

TITLE I/INST'L SUPPL/BFMS TITLE I REALLOC SUPPL/BFMS TITLE I EQUIP/BFMS

(8,432.00) (733.35)

$	(9,165.35) $

9,165.00 9,165.00

EXPLANATION: Title1-EquipNeedsAmmend#2_xfr3 Adjustment

19284             20-231-100-610-22-40-I-J 19284             20-231-400-731-22-31-I-J

TITLE I/INST'L SUPPL/TJMS TITLE I EQUIP/TJMS

(2,339.72)

$	(2,339.72) $

2,339.72 2,339.72

EXPLANATION: Title1-EquipNeedsAmmend#2_xfr4 Adjustment

19285	20-231-100-101-22-15-I-T 19285	20-231-100-610-22-40-I-T 19285	20-231-200-100-22-15-I-T 19285              20-231-400-731-22-31-i-t

TITLE I STIPENDS/TEANECK H.S. TITLE I INSTL SUPPL/TEANECK HS TITLE I/STIPENDS/TEANECK H.S. TITLE I EQUIP/TEANECK HS

(15,100.00) (5,434.00) (1,966.00)

$	(22,500.00) $

22,500.00 22,500.00

EXPLANATION: TITLE1-EQUIPNEEDAMMEND#2-Xfr5 Adjustment

19318             20-427-100-610-57-40-0-0 19318             20-427-200-100-57-15-0-0

SCH. CLIMATE INST'L SUPPLIES SCTG STIPENDS

(1,000.00)

$	(1,000.00) $

1,000.00 1,000.00

EXPLANATION: SCTG-Fund1stFullStipend Adjustment

19319            11-212-100-320-53-71-C-0 19319            11-219-100-101-38-10-H-D

EXT SCH YR/PROF SERV/MD OTHR SAL/HOME INSTR/SPED

(4,575.00)

$	(4,575.00) $

4,575.00 4,575.00

EXPLANATION: Payroll Adj Adjustment

19320	11-000-252-330-86-50-2-0 19320            11-000-262-390-89-56-1-D 19320	11-190-100-610-86-31-2-0 19320	11-000-251-590-83-50-0-0 19320	11-000-251-610-83-49-0-0 19320	11-000-251-330-83-50-0-0

PRCH'D PROF'L SERVICES/TECH PROFESSIONAL FEES INSTR SUPP/TECHNOLOGY
OTHER PRCH'D SERVICES/OSBM SUPPLIES & MATERIALS/OSBM PRCH'D PROF'L SERVICES/OSBM

(2,000.00) (2,000.00) (2,000.00) (2,000.00) (4,000.00)

$	(12,000.00) $

12,000.00 12,000.00

EXPLANATION: PurchProSvc/OSBM Adj Adjustment

19321            12-000-400-721-81-91-0-D 19321            11-000-262-444-89-51-1-D

LEASE PURCH AGREEMENTS-PRINC EQUIPMENT LEASE PURCHASE

(334,862.11)
334,862.11 $     (334,862.11) $ 334,862.11

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FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION # 2

Teaneck Board of EducationTransfer List Transfers 7/31/2021
AMOUNT TRANSFERRED ACCOUNT	DESCRIPTION	From	To

EXPLANATION: Equip-LeasePurchase Adjustment

19322             11-190-100-610-86-31-2-0 19322             11-190-100-500-86-50-0-2

INSTR SUPP/TECHNOLOGY TECHNOLOGY LEASE PURCHASE

(443,644.00)

$     (443,644.00)

443,644.00 $443,644.00

EXPLANATION: TechLeasePurch adj Adjustment

19323            20-250-200-500-92-50-C-0 19323            20-250-100-600-92-31-C-C

IDEA-B/NP PURCH SERV IDEA-B/NP/INSTR SUPPL

(10,066.00)

$	(10,066.00) $

10,066.00 10,066.00

EXPLANATION: TSD-AddlNPnursingSupp Adjustment

19325            11-190-100-590-18-55-0-D 19325            11-000-230-530-86-51-2-D

DW COPIER LEASES - INSTRUCT'L UTILITIES/TELEPHONE, TELECOM

(22,554.00)

$	(22,554.00)

22,554.00 $22,554.00

EXPLANATION: Utilities/Phone/Telcom adj Adjustment

______________________________ FINANCE COMMITTEE SIGNATURE

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FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION # 5	SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Field Trips

Name: Brittany Rhodie, Todd Murphy School or Department: Teaneck High School Trip Planned: Crossroads Theatre Company
Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey	30 Students Date(s): October 6, 2021	Depart: 9:30 am	Return: 3:00 pm Estimated Cost: $1,079.00- Substitute Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: Theatre students in grades 9-12 will attend a matinee and tour a professional theatre company.

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FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #5	September 22, 2021

FIELD TRIPS

Trip Leader(s): Maria Alarcon, Danielle Amato, Sean Aumack, Michelle Doonan, & Danny Gareri
School/Department: Teaneck High School (MD/Transition Classes) Trip Planned: Various (List Attached)
Destination: Various Destinations
Dates: Various dates (Sept. 2021 – June 2022 SY) Estimated Cost: $0 – No Substitute Required

EXPLANATION: The students in the Autism/MD and Transition classes would participate in structured community outings and activities as part of the curriculum. The activities would provide an opportunity for students to practice skills needed for daily living and be rewarded for positive group participation. Transition students would demonstrate their ability to perform in the community, and use the skills learned in class.

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MD/Transition Class Job Site 2021-2022 List

Job Sites
	Address
	Telephone #
	
Never Alone Again
	668 American Legion Drive, Teaneck, NJ 07666
	(908) 738-1287
	
Amazing Savings
	647 Cedar Ln, Teaneck, NJ 07666
	(201) 836-9200
	
Glenpointe Spa and Fitness Center
	200 Frank W Burr Blvd, Teaneck, NJ 07666
	(201) 836-5400
	
Applebees
	450 Hackensack Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
	(201) 342-0065
	
Teaneck Car Wash
	1172 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ 07666
	(201) 862-9874
	
Firehouse Subs Hackensack
	450 Hackensack Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
	(201) 880-8018
	
Grand and Essex
	89 New Bridge Rd, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
	(201) 244-9955
	
Englewood ShopRite
	40 Nathaniel Place Englewood, NJ 07631
	(201) 816-8330
	
TGIF
	411 Hackensack Ave, Hackensack NJ 07601
	(201)342-7107
	
Blue Moon
	23 E Palisade Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631
	(201)541-0600
	
O’DiBella Music
	456 South Washington Ave Bergenfield, NJ 07621
	(201) 385- 5800
	
Benny’s
	54 East Palisade Ave Englewood, NJ 07631
	(201) 894-5700
	
New Bridge Laundromat
	97 New Bridge Rd Bergenfield, NJ 07621
	(201) 463-6607
	
Cedar Market
	646 Cedar Lane Teaneck, NJ 07666
	(201) 855- 8500
	
EJ’s Place
	1448 Queen Anne Rd Teaneck, NJ 07666
	(201) 862-0611
	
Spectrum Works
	565 Windsor Dr, Secaucus, NJ 07
	(201) 552-2055
	
New Milford ShopRite
	250 River Rd New Milford, NJ 07646
	(201) 262-8834
	
The Fit Factory
	100 S Van Brunt St. Englewood, NJ 07631
	(201) 227-0200
	
Foster Stationary
	465 S Washington Ave Bergenfield, NJ 07621
	(201) 384-6360
	
Firehouse Subs Englewood
	41 W Palisade Ave Englewood, NJ 07631
	(201) 731-3148

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MD/Transition Class Job Site 2021-2022 List

American Dream Mall
	1 American Dream Way East Rutherford, NJ 07073
	(833) 263-7326
	
Stop and Shop Teaneck
	655 American Legion Dr Teaneck, NJ 07666
	(201) 287-9400
	
Paramus Park Mall
	700 Paramus Park Paramus, NJ 07652
	(201)-261-6108
	
DMV
	8 Mill Street Lodi, NJ 07652
	(609)-292-6500
	
New Bridge Farm and Garden Center
	563 River Road New Milford, NJ 07646
	(201)-261-1574
	
Garden State Plaza
	One Garden State Plaza Paramus, NJ 07652
	(201)-843-2121
	
Tenafly Nature Center
	313 Hudson Ave Tenafly, NJ 07670
	(201)-568-6093
	
Giant Farmers Market
	324 Main Street Hackensack, NJ 07601
	(201)-498-0010
	
Friendship Circle-Lifetown
	10 Miracle Way Livingston, NJ 07039
	(973)-251-0200
	
Overpeck County Park
	40 Fort Lee Road Leonia, NJ 07605
	(201)-336-7275
	
Bergen Town Center
	One Town Center Paramus, NJ 07652
	(201)-845-4050
	
Votee Park
	Palisade Ave Teaneck, NJ 07666
	(201)-837-1600
	
Deco Dave’s
	939 Teaneck Road Teaneck, NJ 07666
	(201)-833-1053
	
Bischoff's
	465 Cedar Lane Teaneck, NJ

07666
	(201)-836-0333
	
Village IGA
	201 Main Street Ridgefield, NJ

07660
	(201)-440-4290
	
CVS Cresskill
	80 Piermont Road Cresskill, NJ

07626
	(201)-894-0104
	
Van Saun Park
	216 Forest Avenue Paramus, NJ

07652
	(201)-336-7275

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FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #4	September 22, 2021

Professional Development

Name: Iris Hernandez, Janine Lawlor, Ilona Szewczyk School or Department: Various
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Handle with Care Conference (RegionV) Location: River Edge, NJ
Dates: 9/27/2021 Estimated Cost: $.00
Explanation: This course provides certification required to train in district staff with measures for verbal de-escalation, physical interventions, crisis situations, etc.

Name: Felicia Vinpa
School or Department: Theodora Smiley-Lacey School/ Speech Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Introduction to Prompt Location: Virtual
Dates: 10/04, 10/12, and 10/20/2021 Estimated Cost: $599.00 (Grant funded)
Explanation: PROMPT therapy is a multidimensional approach to speech production disorders. This is a program to develop motor skills in the development of language for interaction.

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FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #4	September 22, 2021

Additional Professional Development

Name: Gillian Iappelli
School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: NJIDA – Securing the Strands for Skilled Reading Location: Virtual
Dates: 10/01/2021
Estimated Cost: $125.00 (District funded)
Explanation: This conference will help improve teaching techniques in relation to reading and reading comprehension practices. The course will also allow teachers to maintain their Orton Gillingham Certification.

Name: Megan McBryde
School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: NJIDA – Securing the Strands for Skilled Reading Location: Virtual
Dates: 10/01 & 10/02/2021
Estimated Cost: $150.00 (District funded)
Explanation: This conference will help improve teaching techniques in relation to reading and reading comprehension practices. The course will also allow teachers to maintain their Orton Gillingham Certification.

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FINANCE & BUDGET	Motion #6	September 22, 2021

Fundraising Activities by School

School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Activity: Sale of Empanadas from Miss Raices
Sponsoring organization: Thomas Jefferson Administrators Name of sponsors: Nina Odatalla - Principal
Participants: Administrators would sell food items to students and staff Date(s): September 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022
Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $2,000 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%
EXPLANATION: The funds would be used to support disadvantaged students to participate in school activities, field trips and purchasing of materials.

School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Activity: Dress Down Fridays
Sponsoring organization: Thomas Jefferson Administrators Name of sponsors: Nina Odatalla - Principal
Participants: Administrators, teachers and staff would pay to dress down on Fridays Date(s): September 1, 2021– June 30, 2022
Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $500 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%
EXPLANATION: The funds would be used to support disadvantaged students to participate in school activities, field trips and purchasing of materials.

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MODEL EVALUATION CRITERIA SCORING FORM
RFQ –Search Firm Services Date: September 2021

Computer Adaptive Assessment System

Name of Respondent: Curriculum Associates/iReady

Section
	
Category
	
Value Points

I.
	
Technical Criteria - 40 points

●	Assessment - 12 pts (earned 8.127 pts)
●	System Requirement - 10 pts (earned 8.7 pts) ●	Report Requirements - 12 pts (earned 12 pts) ●	Vendor Services - 6 pts (earned 6 pts)

34.82 pts

II.
	
Management Criteria - 30 points ●	(earned 24.53 pts)
●	Program does not include tutors or resumes for tutors as per the management criteria
	
24.53 pts

III.*
	
Cost Criteria - 30 points

●	Online Learning Platforms (earned 5 points out of 10) ●	Assessment Tools (earned 5 points out of 10)
●	Data Integration (earned 10 points out of 10)
	
20.00 pts

TOTAL SCORE (100 points maximum)
	
79.35 pts

Comments:
●	Section 1: Technical Requirements, System Requirement (R2) Assessment results do not automatically integrate with other programs to accurate student placement for skills practice.
●	Section 2: Management Criteria iReady includes resumes for the key staff members; however, they do include resumes for tutors. Page 97 of the Proposal reads, “Does not provide tutors to the district.”
●	Section 3: Cost Criteria iReady includes a personalized Instruction online platform; however, it does not provide adequate resources for our total proposal
(e.g., students in grades 9-12)
●	Resources for high school learners included universal screener/assessment tool; however, no additional resources and/or lessons aligned to the assessment are available or provided.
●	Proposal was difficult to follow. Though they listed specific items, the information presented was not clearly indicated in narratives or within the binder.

It is the intention of the Board of Education to award the contract to the respondent that receives the highest total cumulative points on the Evaluation Scoring Form and whose response is the most advantageous to the board, price and other factors considered; and will provide the highest quality service at fair and competitive prices.

Reviewer: Christine Jimenez-Johnson; Pat Dent; Jazmin Parra; Justin O’Neill; Ramon Ortiz

Christine Johnson -9/21/21

Earned Points: 79.35

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*The Office of the Purchasing Agent will assist in the evaluation of the Cost Criteria of all proposals received.

MODEL EVALUATION CRITERIA SCORING FORM
RFQ –Search Firm Services Date: September 2021

Computer Adaptive Assessment System

Name of Respondent: Renaissance

Section
	
Category
	
Value Points

I.
	
Technical Criteria - 40 points

●	Assessment - 12 pts (earned 12 pts)
●	System Requirement - 10 pts (earned 10 pts) ●	Report Requirements - 12 pts (earned 12 pts) ●	Vendor Services - 6 pts (earned 6 pts)

40 pts

II.
	
Management Criteria - 30 points ●	(earned 30 pts)
	
30 pts

III.*
	
Cost Criteria - 30 points

●	Online Learning Platforms (earned 10 points) ●	Assessment Tools (earned 10 points)
●	Data Integration (earned 10 points)
	
30 pts

TOTAL SCORE (100 points maximum)
	
100 pts

Comments:

Section 1: Technical Criteria & Section 3: Cost Criteria
Star Renaissance offers instructional resources that are aligned to their assessment tools for all grades, including students in grades 9-12. This alignment of resources will assist the district with identifying academic gaps, and providing timely, relevant materials to remediate/ address priority content.

It is the intention of the Board of Education to award the contract to the respondent that receives the highest total cumulative points on the Evaluation Scoring Form and whose response is the most advantageous to the board, price and other factors considered; and will provide the highest quality service at fair and competitive prices.

Reviewer: Christine Jimenez-Johnson; Pat Dent; Jazmin Parra; Justin O’Neill; Ramon Ortiz

Christine Johnson -9/21/21

Earned Points: 100 points

*The Office of the Purchasing Agent will assist in the evaluation of the Cost Criteria of all proposals received.

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TTEA LONGEVITY 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR

LAST NAME BELLIN BUSH CIESLAK HERNANDEZ KIM LAQUI SMITH VIRAY

FIRST NAME ANDREW ANTOINETTE KENNETH CHRIS JAE NAM MARY TAWANA
EMMANUEL

CATEGORY TEACHERS TEACHERS ATHLETIC TRAINER TEACHERS TEACHERS TEACHERS TEACHERS TEACHERS

LONGEVITY $1,578.00 $1,578.00 $1,578.00 $1,578.00 $1,578.00 $1,578.00 $1,578.00 $1,578.00

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