Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member
	Present
	Absent
	
Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)
	x
		
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
	x
		
Mr. Ramirez (Martin)
	x
		
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
		
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
	x
		
Mr. Rose (Howard)
	x
		
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
	x
		
Dr. Walser (Ardie)
	x
		
Mrs. Williams (Clara)
	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

1

Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)                                                                                    x
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)	x Mr. Ramirez (Martin)	x Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)	x Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x Mr. Rose (Howard)	x Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x Dr. Walser (Ardie)	x Mrs. Williams (Clara)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

1. Chess club waive fees

2. Issues with hiring parent Liasion

3. Residents/Parent support Gervonn Rice 4. Good hire but the process is at a question 5. Issues with hiring; not at the rate or benefit

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

Committee Reports presented by the following Board members 1. Finance Committee - Ms. Clara Williams
2. Bryant School Security- Mr. Sebastian Rodriguez 3. Security & Mental Health - Dr. Ardie Walser

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

1. Evaluation of the program 2. ESL
3. Resident- Citizen

4. Facility Upgrade priority

Motion

Motion:

D.

E.

Second:

Finance and Budget

Personnel

Other Board comments

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

2

Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)                                                                                    x
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)	x Mr. Ramirez (Martin)	x Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)	x Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x Mr. Rose (Howard)	x Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x Dr. Walser (Ardie)	x Mrs. Williams (Clara)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

1. Chess club waive fees

2. Issues with hiring parent Liasion

3. Residents/Parent support Gervonn Rice 4. Good hire but the process is at a question 5. Issues with hiring; not at the rate or benefit

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

Committee Reports presented by the following Board members 1. Finance Committee - Ms. Clara Williams
2. Bryant School Security- Mr. Sebastian Rodriguez 3. Security & Mental Health - Dr. Ardie Walser

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

1. Evaluation of the program 2. ESL
3. Resident- Citizen

4. Facility Upgrade priority

Motion

Motion:

D.

E.

Second:

Finance and Budget

Personnel

Other Board comments

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to convene into Executive Session at 11:51 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.
Motion: S. Rodriguez
	Second: H. Rose
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)
	x
				
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
	x
				
Mr. Ramirez (Martin)
	x
				
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
				
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
	x
				
Mr. Rose (Howard)
	x
				
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
	x
				
Dr. Walser (Ardie)
	x
				
Mrs. Williams (Clara)
	x

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 12:22 am and said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.
Motion: S. Rodriguez
	Second: H. Rose
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)
	x
				
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
	x
				
Mr. Ramirez (Martin)
	x
				
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
	x
				
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
	x
				
Mr. Rose (Howard)
	x
				
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
	x
				
Dr. Walser (Ardie)
	x
				
Mrs. Williams (Clara)
	x

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

3

Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)                                                                                    x
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)	x Mr. Ramirez (Martin)	x Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)	x Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x Mr. Rose (Howard)	x Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x Dr. Walser (Ardie)	x Mrs. Williams (Clara)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

1. Chess club waive fees

2. Issues with hiring parent Liasion

3. Residents/Parent support Gervonn Rice 4. Good hire but the process is at a question 5. Issues with hiring; not at the rate or benefit

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

Committee Reports presented by the following Board members 1. Finance Committee - Ms. Clara Williams
2. Bryant School Security- Mr. Sebastian Rodriguez 3. Security & Mental Health - Dr. Ardie Walser

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

1. Evaluation of the program 2. ESL
3. Resident- Citizen

4. Facility Upgrade priority

Motion

Motion:

D.

E.

Second:

Finance and Budget

Personnel

Other Board comments

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to convene into Executive Session at 11:51 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 12:22 am and said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Goals for 2018-2019

GOAL 1: Students attending the Teaneck Public Schools will acquire the critical thinking skills, knowledge, and understanding to be successful global citizens in the twenty-first century.

GOAL 2: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will continue the development of the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to support students.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will be proactive in creating safe and inclusive school environments for students and adults by utilizing support services available in the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will communicate effectively with parents and with the greater community.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will explore additional revenue sources to support goals 1-4 beyond local and state aid to further its educational mission.

4

Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)                                                                                    x
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)	x Mr. Ramirez (Martin)	x Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)	x Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x Mr. Rose (Howard)	x Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x Dr. Walser (Ardie)	x Mrs. Williams (Clara)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

1. Chess club waive fees

2. Issues with hiring parent Liasion

3. Residents/Parent support Gervonn Rice 4. Good hire but the process is at a question 5. Issues with hiring; not at the rate or benefit

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

Committee Reports presented by the following Board members 1. Finance Committee - Ms. Clara Williams
2. Bryant School Security- Mr. Sebastian Rodriguez 3. Security & Mental Health - Dr. Ardie Walser

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

1. Evaluation of the program 2. ESL
3. Resident- Citizen

4. Facility Upgrade priority

Motion

Motion:

D.

E.

Second:

Finance and Budget

Personnel

Other Board comments

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to convene into Executive Session at 11:51 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 12:22 am and said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Goals for 2018-2019

GOAL 1: Students attending the Teaneck Public Schools will acquire the critical thinking skills, knowledge, and understanding to be successful global citizens in the twenty-first century.

GOAL 2: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will continue the development of the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to support students.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will be proactive in creating safe and inclusive school environments for students and adults by utilizing support services available in the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will communicate effectively with parents and with the greater community.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will explore additional revenue sources to support goals 1-4 beyond local and state aid to further its educational mission.

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Tomorrow's Stars Foundation, DBA: Playaz Basketball Club for the use of Teaneck High School large Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The event date is January 30, 2019 from 4:00pm - 9:30pm.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Lowell Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Whittier Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Thursdays- 1/17/19, 1/24/19, 1/31/19, 2/7/19, 2/14/19, 2/21/19, 2/28/19, 3/7/19, 3/14/19, 3/21/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Teaneck Jr. Football for the use of Benjamin Franklin Middle School Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The training dates are as follows: Sundays- 1/6/19, 1/13/19, 1/20/19, 1/27/19, 2/3/19, 2/10/19, 2/17/19, 2/24/19, 3/3/19, 3/10/19, 3/17/19 3/24/19, 3/31/19, 4/7/19, 4/14/19, 4/21/19, 4/28/19 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTO for the use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School Cafeteria for holding the Dance for 7th and 8th graders on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm for custodian and building use fees.

5

Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)                                                                                    x
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)	x Mr. Ramirez (Martin)	x Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)	x Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x Mr. Rose (Howard)	x Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x Dr. Walser (Ardie)	x Mrs. Williams (Clara)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

1. Chess club waive fees

2. Issues with hiring parent Liasion

3. Residents/Parent support Gervonn Rice 4. Good hire but the process is at a question 5. Issues with hiring; not at the rate or benefit

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

Committee Reports presented by the following Board members 1. Finance Committee - Ms. Clara Williams
2. Bryant School Security- Mr. Sebastian Rodriguez 3. Security & Mental Health - Dr. Ardie Walser

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

1. Evaluation of the program 2. ESL
3. Resident- Citizen

4. Facility Upgrade priority

Motion

Motion:

D.

E.

Second:

Finance and Budget

Personnel

Other Board comments

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to convene into Executive Session at 11:51 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 12:22 am and said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Goals for 2018-2019

GOAL 1: Students attending the Teaneck Public Schools will acquire the critical thinking skills, knowledge, and understanding to be successful global citizens in the twenty-first century.

GOAL 2: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will continue the development of the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to support students.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will be proactive in creating safe and inclusive school environments for students and adults by utilizing support services available in the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will communicate effectively with parents and with the greater community.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will explore additional revenue sources to support goals 1-4 beyond local and state aid to further its educational mission.

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Tomorrow's Stars Foundation, DBA: Playaz Basketball Club for the use of Teaneck High School large Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The event date is January 30, 2019 from 4:00pm - 9:30pm.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Lowell Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Whittier Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Thursdays- 1/17/19, 1/24/19, 1/31/19, 2/7/19, 2/14/19, 2/21/19, 2/28/19, 3/7/19, 3/14/19, 3/21/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Teaneck Jr. Football for the use of Benjamin Franklin Middle School Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The training dates are as follows: Sundays- 1/6/19, 1/13/19, 1/20/19, 1/27/19, 2/3/19, 2/10/19, 2/17/19, 2/24/19, 3/3/19, 3/10/19, 3/17/19 3/24/19, 3/31/19, 4/7/19, 4/14/19, 4/21/19, 4/28/19 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTO for the use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School Cafeteria for holding the Dance for 7th and 8th graders on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm for custodian and building use fees.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Abigail Glave Shandon Pereira

a

6

Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)                                                                                    x
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)	x Mr. Ramirez (Martin)	x Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)	x Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x Mr. Rose (Howard)	x Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x Dr. Walser (Ardie)	x Mrs. Williams (Clara)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

1. Chess club waive fees

2. Issues with hiring parent Liasion

3. Residents/Parent support Gervonn Rice 4. Good hire but the process is at a question 5. Issues with hiring; not at the rate or benefit

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

Committee Reports presented by the following Board members 1. Finance Committee - Ms. Clara Williams
2. Bryant School Security- Mr. Sebastian Rodriguez 3. Security & Mental Health - Dr. Ardie Walser

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

1. Evaluation of the program 2. ESL
3. Resident- Citizen

4. Facility Upgrade priority

Motion

Motion:

D.

E.

Second:

Finance and Budget

Personnel

Other Board comments

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to convene into Executive Session at 11:51 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 12:22 am and said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Goals for 2018-2019

GOAL 1: Students attending the Teaneck Public Schools will acquire the critical thinking skills, knowledge, and understanding to be successful global citizens in the twenty-first century.

GOAL 2: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will continue the development of the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to support students.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will be proactive in creating safe and inclusive school environments for students and adults by utilizing support services available in the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will communicate effectively with parents and with the greater community.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will explore additional revenue sources to support goals 1-4 beyond local and state aid to further its educational mission.

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Tomorrow's Stars Foundation, DBA: Playaz Basketball Club for the use of Teaneck High School large Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The event date is January 30, 2019 from 4:00pm - 9:30pm.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Lowell Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Whittier Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Thursdays- 1/17/19, 1/24/19, 1/31/19, 2/7/19, 2/14/19, 2/21/19, 2/28/19, 3/7/19, 3/14/19, 3/21/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Teaneck Jr. Football for the use of Benjamin Franklin Middle School Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The training dates are as follows: Sundays- 1/6/19, 1/13/19, 1/20/19, 1/27/19, 2/3/19, 2/10/19, 2/17/19, 2/24/19, 3/3/19, 3/10/19, 3/17/19 3/24/19, 3/31/19, 4/7/19, 4/14/19, 4/21/19, 4/28/19 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTO for the use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School Cafeteria for holding the Dance for 7th and 8th graders on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm for custodian and building use fees.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Abigail Glave Shandon Pereira

a

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 2018-2019 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.

OCTOBER 1, 2018 through OCTOBER 31, 2018

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Enterprise

Fund 10	$10,127,557.96 Fund 20	$163,463.04 Fund 60	$57,846.82
Fund 61	$22.60

Total of Approved Payments	$10,348,890.42

a

2.	that the Board approve 2018-2019 budget transfers, previously approved by a member of the Finance Committee, which are attached and a part of the official record.

a

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 October 2018 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 are no budgetary transfers that cumulatively exceed 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent.

7

Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)                                                                                    x
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)	x Mr. Ramirez (Martin)	x Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)	x Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x Mr. Rose (Howard)	x Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x Dr. Walser (Ardie)	x Mrs. Williams (Clara)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

1. Chess club waive fees

2. Issues with hiring parent Liasion

3. Residents/Parent support Gervonn Rice 4. Good hire but the process is at a question 5. Issues with hiring; not at the rate or benefit

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

Committee Reports presented by the following Board members 1. Finance Committee - Ms. Clara Williams
2. Bryant School Security- Mr. Sebastian Rodriguez 3. Security & Mental Health - Dr. Ardie Walser

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

1. Evaluation of the program 2. ESL
3. Resident- Citizen

4. Facility Upgrade priority

Motion

Motion:

D.

E.

Second:

Finance and Budget

Personnel

Other Board comments

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to convene into Executive Session at 11:51 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 12:22 am and said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Goals for 2018-2019

GOAL 1: Students attending the Teaneck Public Schools will acquire the critical thinking skills, knowledge, and understanding to be successful global citizens in the twenty-first century.

GOAL 2: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will continue the development of the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to support students.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will be proactive in creating safe and inclusive school environments for students and adults by utilizing support services available in the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will communicate effectively with parents and with the greater community.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will explore additional revenue sources to support goals 1-4 beyond local and state aid to further its educational mission.

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Tomorrow's Stars Foundation, DBA: Playaz Basketball Club for the use of Teaneck High School large Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The event date is January 30, 2019 from 4:00pm - 9:30pm.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Lowell Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Whittier Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Thursdays- 1/17/19, 1/24/19, 1/31/19, 2/7/19, 2/14/19, 2/21/19, 2/28/19, 3/7/19, 3/14/19, 3/21/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Teaneck Jr. Football for the use of Benjamin Franklin Middle School Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The training dates are as follows: Sundays- 1/6/19, 1/13/19, 1/20/19, 1/27/19, 2/3/19, 2/10/19, 2/17/19, 2/24/19, 3/3/19, 3/10/19, 3/17/19 3/24/19, 3/31/19, 4/7/19, 4/14/19, 4/21/19, 4/28/19 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTO for the use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School Cafeteria for holding the Dance for 7th and 8th graders on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm for custodian and building use fees.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Abigail Glave Shandon Pereira

a

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 2018-2019 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.

OCTOBER 1, 2018 through OCTOBER 31, 2018

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Enterprise

Fund 10	$10,127,557.96 Fund 20	$163,463.04 Fund 60	$57,846.82
Fund 61	$22.60

Total of Approved Payments	$10,348,890.42

a

2.	that the Board approve 2018-2019 budget transfers, previously approved by a member of the Finance Committee, which are attached and a part of the official record.

a

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 October 2018 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 are no budgetary transfers that cumulatively exceed 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent.

a

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant funded $22,500) (District funded $4,470.91) total cost $26,970.91.

a

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $5,807.94) (Parent Funded $7,863.32) total cost $13,671.26.

a

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school. a

7.	that the Board approve the contracts, for out-of-district tuition, for students who would require a special education program during the 2018-2019 school year, as per the attached list.

a

8.	that the Board approve the contracts with those clinicians and agencies on the attached list who would provide related services and / or independent evaluations during the 2018-2019 school year.

a

9.	that the Board approve the amendments to the Chapter 192/193 Non-Public Services grant for an increase in funding provided to Teaneck, as reflected in the funding statements appended to and made a part of the Minutes. This funding is provided to the Teaneck School District by the New Jersey Department of Education to provide additional Chapter 192, Compensatory Education, and Chapter 193, Supplemental Instruction, Annual Reviews, Initial Evaluations to determine eligibility for Special Education and Speech Services.

a

10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation 246 dictionaries from the Teaneck Rotary Club donated to Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools for all third grade students.

a

11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of $15,600 from the Puffin Foundation to purchase the digital projection and a screen equipment for the Benjamin Franklin Middle School.

a

8

Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)                                                                                    x
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)	x Mr. Ramirez (Martin)	x Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)	x Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x Mr. Rose (Howard)	x Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x Dr. Walser (Ardie)	x Mrs. Williams (Clara)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

1. Chess club waive fees

2. Issues with hiring parent Liasion

3. Residents/Parent support Gervonn Rice 4. Good hire but the process is at a question 5. Issues with hiring; not at the rate or benefit

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

Committee Reports presented by the following Board members 1. Finance Committee - Ms. Clara Williams
2. Bryant School Security- Mr. Sebastian Rodriguez 3. Security & Mental Health - Dr. Ardie Walser

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

1. Evaluation of the program 2. ESL
3. Resident- Citizen

4. Facility Upgrade priority

Motion

Motion:

D.

E.

Second:

Finance and Budget

Personnel

Other Board comments

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to convene into Executive Session at 11:51 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 12:22 am and said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Goals for 2018-2019

GOAL 1: Students attending the Teaneck Public Schools will acquire the critical thinking skills, knowledge, and understanding to be successful global citizens in the twenty-first century.

GOAL 2: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will continue the development of the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to support students.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will be proactive in creating safe and inclusive school environments for students and adults by utilizing support services available in the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will communicate effectively with parents and with the greater community.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will explore additional revenue sources to support goals 1-4 beyond local and state aid to further its educational mission.

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Tomorrow's Stars Foundation, DBA: Playaz Basketball Club for the use of Teaneck High School large Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The event date is January 30, 2019 from 4:00pm - 9:30pm.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Lowell Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Whittier Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Thursdays- 1/17/19, 1/24/19, 1/31/19, 2/7/19, 2/14/19, 2/21/19, 2/28/19, 3/7/19, 3/14/19, 3/21/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Teaneck Jr. Football for the use of Benjamin Franklin Middle School Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The training dates are as follows: Sundays- 1/6/19, 1/13/19, 1/20/19, 1/27/19, 2/3/19, 2/10/19, 2/17/19, 2/24/19, 3/3/19, 3/10/19, 3/17/19 3/24/19, 3/31/19, 4/7/19, 4/14/19, 4/21/19, 4/28/19 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTO for the use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School Cafeteria for holding the Dance for 7th and 8th graders on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm for custodian and building use fees.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Abigail Glave Shandon Pereira

a

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 2018-2019 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.

OCTOBER 1, 2018 through OCTOBER 31, 2018

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Enterprise

Fund 10	$10,127,557.96 Fund 20	$163,463.04 Fund 60	$57,846.82
Fund 61	$22.60

Total of Approved Payments	$10,348,890.42

a

2.	that the Board approve 2018-2019 budget transfers, previously approved by a member of the Finance Committee, which are attached and a part of the official record.

a

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 October 2018 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 are no budgetary transfers that cumulatively exceed 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent.

a

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant funded $22,500) (District funded $4,470.91) total cost $26,970.91.

a

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $5,807.94) (Parent Funded $7,863.32) total cost $13,671.26.

a

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school. a

7.	that the Board approve the contracts, for out-of-district tuition, for students who would require a special education program during the 2018-2019 school year, as per the attached list.

a

8.	that the Board approve the contracts with those clinicians and agencies on the attached list who would provide related services and / or independent evaluations during the 2018-2019 school year.

a

9.	that the Board approve the amendments to the Chapter 192/193 Non-Public Services grant for an increase in funding provided to Teaneck, as reflected in the funding statements appended to and made a part of the Minutes. This funding is provided to the Teaneck School District by the New Jersey Department of Education to provide additional Chapter 192, Compensatory Education, and Chapter 193, Supplemental Instruction, Annual Reviews, Initial Evaluations to determine eligibility for Special Education and Speech Services.

a

10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation 246 dictionaries from the Teaneck Rotary Club donated to Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools for all third grade students.

a

11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of $15,600 from the Puffin Foundation to purchase the digital projection and a screen equipment for the Benjamin Franklin Middle School.

a

12. Whereas, the Board recognizes that the cost of Legal Services for the 2017-2018 school year exceeded the Statewide average per pupil amount as determined by the Annual Audit and as reported in the Taxpayer’s Guide to Education Spending; and Whereas, the Board is committed to reducing these costs to no more than 130% of the Statewide average per pupil amount; now
Be It Resolved, that the Board will monitor these expenditures in accordance with the requirement of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-5.2(a)(3) and utilize the internal controls pursuant to Bylaw #0174 and Section VI-10.1 and VI-11.1 of the Standard Operating Procedures and Internal Controls Manual.

a

13. that the Board approve the Insurance Restoration Specialists, Inc. for emergency repairs for water damage caused by a broken unit ventilator in the chorus room at the Teaneck High School over the November 23rd through the 25th weekend in the amount of $105,000.

a

9

Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)                                                                                    x
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)	x Mr. Ramirez (Martin)	x Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)	x Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x Mr. Rose (Howard)	x Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x Dr. Walser (Ardie)	x Mrs. Williams (Clara)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

1. Chess club waive fees

2. Issues with hiring parent Liasion

3. Residents/Parent support Gervonn Rice 4. Good hire but the process is at a question 5. Issues with hiring; not at the rate or benefit

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

Committee Reports presented by the following Board members 1. Finance Committee - Ms. Clara Williams
2. Bryant School Security- Mr. Sebastian Rodriguez 3. Security & Mental Health - Dr. Ardie Walser

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

1. Evaluation of the program 2. ESL
3. Resident- Citizen

4. Facility Upgrade priority

Motion

Motion:

D.

E.

Second:

Finance and Budget

Personnel

Other Board comments

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to convene into Executive Session at 11:51 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 12:22 am and said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Goals for 2018-2019

GOAL 1: Students attending the Teaneck Public Schools will acquire the critical thinking skills, knowledge, and understanding to be successful global citizens in the twenty-first century.

GOAL 2: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will continue the development of the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to support students.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will be proactive in creating safe and inclusive school environments for students and adults by utilizing support services available in the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will communicate effectively with parents and with the greater community.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will explore additional revenue sources to support goals 1-4 beyond local and state aid to further its educational mission.

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Tomorrow's Stars Foundation, DBA: Playaz Basketball Club for the use of Teaneck High School large Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The event date is January 30, 2019 from 4:00pm - 9:30pm.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Lowell Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Whittier Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Thursdays- 1/17/19, 1/24/19, 1/31/19, 2/7/19, 2/14/19, 2/21/19, 2/28/19, 3/7/19, 3/14/19, 3/21/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Teaneck Jr. Football for the use of Benjamin Franklin Middle School Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The training dates are as follows: Sundays- 1/6/19, 1/13/19, 1/20/19, 1/27/19, 2/3/19, 2/10/19, 2/17/19, 2/24/19, 3/3/19, 3/10/19, 3/17/19 3/24/19, 3/31/19, 4/7/19, 4/14/19, 4/21/19, 4/28/19 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTO for the use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School Cafeteria for holding the Dance for 7th and 8th graders on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm for custodian and building use fees.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Abigail Glave Shandon Pereira

a

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 2018-2019 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.

OCTOBER 1, 2018 through OCTOBER 31, 2018

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Enterprise

Fund 10	$10,127,557.96 Fund 20	$163,463.04 Fund 60	$57,846.82
Fund 61	$22.60

Total of Approved Payments	$10,348,890.42

a

2.	that the Board approve 2018-2019 budget transfers, previously approved by a member of the Finance Committee, which are attached and a part of the official record.

a

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 October 2018 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 are no budgetary transfers that cumulatively exceed 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent.

a

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant funded $22,500) (District funded $4,470.91) total cost $26,970.91.

a

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $5,807.94) (Parent Funded $7,863.32) total cost $13,671.26.

a

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school. a

7.	that the Board approve the contracts, for out-of-district tuition, for students who would require a special education program during the 2018-2019 school year, as per the attached list.

a

8.	that the Board approve the contracts with those clinicians and agencies on the attached list who would provide related services and / or independent evaluations during the 2018-2019 school year.

a

9.	that the Board approve the amendments to the Chapter 192/193 Non-Public Services grant for an increase in funding provided to Teaneck, as reflected in the funding statements appended to and made a part of the Minutes. This funding is provided to the Teaneck School District by the New Jersey Department of Education to provide additional Chapter 192, Compensatory Education, and Chapter 193, Supplemental Instruction, Annual Reviews, Initial Evaluations to determine eligibility for Special Education and Speech Services.

a

10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation 246 dictionaries from the Teaneck Rotary Club donated to Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools for all third grade students.

a

11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of $15,600 from the Puffin Foundation to purchase the digital projection and a screen equipment for the Benjamin Franklin Middle School.

a

12. Whereas, the Board recognizes that the cost of Legal Services for the 2017-2018 school year exceeded the Statewide average per pupil amount as determined by the Annual Audit and as reported in the Taxpayer’s Guide to Education Spending; and Whereas, the Board is committed to reducing these costs to no more than 130% of the Statewide average per pupil amount; now
Be It Resolved, that the Board will monitor these expenditures in accordance with the requirement of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-5.2(a)(3) and utilize the internal controls pursuant to Bylaw #0174 and Section VI-10.1 and VI-11.1 of the Standard Operating Procedures and Internal Controls Manual.

a

13. that the Board approve the Insurance Restoration Specialists, Inc. for emergency repairs for water damage caused by a broken unit ventilator in the chorus room at the Teaneck High School over the November 23rd through the 25th weekend in the amount of $105,000.

a

Personnel

PERSONNEL	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 appointment for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Sharlene Goulbourne, Grade 2 teacher, at an annual salary of $60,000 (TTEA Guide MA/step 1) assigned to Lowell Elementary School, effective January 02, 2018 through June, 30, 2019, replacing Trecia Mohan-Soares, resigned (PC#: 10-07-63/asn).

b. Christina DeLeon, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $62,400 (TTEA Guide MA/step 3), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective January 02, 2019 through June 30, 2019, replacing Susan Soss, retired (PC#: 10-12-11/adu).

c. Lisa Zucker, Supervisor of Early Childhood, at an annual salary of $120,575 (TAAS Guide F/step 1), assigned to Eugene Field School, Effective January 02, 2019 through June 30, 2019, new position.

d. Samantha Elie, Middle School Math Teacher, at an annual salary of $76,800 (TTEA Guide MA/ step 9), assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective November 13, 2018 through June 30 2019, replacing Diana Spain, reassigned (PC#:10-10-11/akf).

a

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointment for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Michael Plager, Groundsman, at an annual salary of $46,671 (Operation Guide/ step 5) assigned to Operation and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Robert Walker, retired (PC#: 50-07-89/bcb).

b. Marc Trama, Groundsman, at an annual salary of $37,518 (Operation Guide/ step 4) assigned to Operation and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, new position.

a

10

Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)                                                                                    x
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)	x Mr. Ramirez (Martin)	x Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)	x Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x Mr. Rose (Howard)	x Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x Dr. Walser (Ardie)	x Mrs. Williams (Clara)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

1. Chess club waive fees

2. Issues with hiring parent Liasion

3. Residents/Parent support Gervonn Rice 4. Good hire but the process is at a question 5. Issues with hiring; not at the rate or benefit

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

Committee Reports presented by the following Board members 1. Finance Committee - Ms. Clara Williams
2. Bryant School Security- Mr. Sebastian Rodriguez 3. Security & Mental Health - Dr. Ardie Walser

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

1. Evaluation of the program 2. ESL
3. Resident- Citizen

4. Facility Upgrade priority

Motion

Motion:

D.

E.

Second:

Finance and Budget

Personnel

Other Board comments

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to convene into Executive Session at 11:51 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 12:22 am and said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Goals for 2018-2019

GOAL 1: Students attending the Teaneck Public Schools will acquire the critical thinking skills, knowledge, and understanding to be successful global citizens in the twenty-first century.

GOAL 2: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will continue the development of the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to support students.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will be proactive in creating safe and inclusive school environments for students and adults by utilizing support services available in the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will communicate effectively with parents and with the greater community.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will explore additional revenue sources to support goals 1-4 beyond local and state aid to further its educational mission.

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Tomorrow's Stars Foundation, DBA: Playaz Basketball Club for the use of Teaneck High School large Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The event date is January 30, 2019 from 4:00pm - 9:30pm.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Lowell Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Whittier Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Thursdays- 1/17/19, 1/24/19, 1/31/19, 2/7/19, 2/14/19, 2/21/19, 2/28/19, 3/7/19, 3/14/19, 3/21/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Teaneck Jr. Football for the use of Benjamin Franklin Middle School Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The training dates are as follows: Sundays- 1/6/19, 1/13/19, 1/20/19, 1/27/19, 2/3/19, 2/10/19, 2/17/19, 2/24/19, 3/3/19, 3/10/19, 3/17/19 3/24/19, 3/31/19, 4/7/19, 4/14/19, 4/21/19, 4/28/19 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTO for the use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School Cafeteria for holding the Dance for 7th and 8th graders on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm for custodian and building use fees.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Abigail Glave Shandon Pereira

a

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 2018-2019 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.

OCTOBER 1, 2018 through OCTOBER 31, 2018

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Enterprise

Fund 10	$10,127,557.96 Fund 20	$163,463.04 Fund 60	$57,846.82
Fund 61	$22.60

Total of Approved Payments	$10,348,890.42

a

2.	that the Board approve 2018-2019 budget transfers, previously approved by a member of the Finance Committee, which are attached and a part of the official record.

a

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 October 2018 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 are no budgetary transfers that cumulatively exceed 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent.

a

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant funded $22,500) (District funded $4,470.91) total cost $26,970.91.

a

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $5,807.94) (Parent Funded $7,863.32) total cost $13,671.26.

a

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school. a

7.	that the Board approve the contracts, for out-of-district tuition, for students who would require a special education program during the 2018-2019 school year, as per the attached list.

a

8.	that the Board approve the contracts with those clinicians and agencies on the attached list who would provide related services and / or independent evaluations during the 2018-2019 school year.

a

9.	that the Board approve the amendments to the Chapter 192/193 Non-Public Services grant for an increase in funding provided to Teaneck, as reflected in the funding statements appended to and made a part of the Minutes. This funding is provided to the Teaneck School District by the New Jersey Department of Education to provide additional Chapter 192, Compensatory Education, and Chapter 193, Supplemental Instruction, Annual Reviews, Initial Evaluations to determine eligibility for Special Education and Speech Services.

a

10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation 246 dictionaries from the Teaneck Rotary Club donated to Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools for all third grade students.

a

11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of $15,600 from the Puffin Foundation to purchase the digital projection and a screen equipment for the Benjamin Franklin Middle School.

a

12. Whereas, the Board recognizes that the cost of Legal Services for the 2017-2018 school year exceeded the Statewide average per pupil amount as determined by the Annual Audit and as reported in the Taxpayer’s Guide to Education Spending; and Whereas, the Board is committed to reducing these costs to no more than 130% of the Statewide average per pupil amount; now
Be It Resolved, that the Board will monitor these expenditures in accordance with the requirement of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-5.2(a)(3) and utilize the internal controls pursuant to Bylaw #0174 and Section VI-10.1 and VI-11.1 of the Standard Operating Procedures and Internal Controls Manual.

a

13. that the Board approve the Insurance Restoration Specialists, Inc. for emergency repairs for water damage caused by a broken unit ventilator in the chorus room at the Teaneck High School over the November 23rd through the 25th weekend in the amount of $105,000.

a

Personnel

PERSONNEL	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 appointment for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Sharlene Goulbourne, Grade 2 teacher, at an annual salary of $60,000 (TTEA Guide MA/step 1) assigned to Lowell Elementary School, effective January 02, 2018 through June, 30, 2019, replacing Trecia Mohan-Soares, resigned (PC#: 10-07-63/asn).

b. Christina DeLeon, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $62,400 (TTEA Guide MA/step 3), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective January 02, 2019 through June 30, 2019, replacing Susan Soss, retired (PC#: 10-12-11/adu).

c. Lisa Zucker, Supervisor of Early Childhood, at an annual salary of $120,575 (TAAS Guide F/step 1), assigned to Eugene Field School, Effective January 02, 2019 through June 30, 2019, new position.

d. Samantha Elie, Middle School Math Teacher, at an annual salary of $76,800 (TTEA Guide MA/ step 9), assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective November 13, 2018 through June 30 2019, replacing Diana Spain, reassigned (PC#:10-10-11/akf).

a

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointment for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Michael Plager, Groundsman, at an annual salary of $46,671 (Operation Guide/ step 5) assigned to Operation and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Robert Walker, retired (PC#: 50-07-89/bcb).

b. Marc Trama, Groundsman, at an annual salary of $37,518 (Operation Guide/ step 4) assigned to Operation and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, new position.

a

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teacher 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. Elizabeth Vanacore, effective January 08, 2018 through June 30, 2019, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School replacing Paula Fischkelta.

a

4.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members.

a. Shenijah Curtis, Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective January 26, 2019.

a

5.	that the Board approve the following retirement:

a. Ronald De Blasio, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, retirement June 30, 2019.

a

6.	that the Board approve longevity payment for Mary Rosegren, Library Paraprofessional, at Hawthorne Elementary School, effective September 01, 2018, in the amount of $440.

a

7.	that the Board approve payment to Leana Barbosa, Speech Language Specialist, to provide 10 hours of speech therapy services, after regular school hours, during the 2018-2019 school year, at $50 per hour, no to exceed $500.

a

8.	that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, at Benjamim Franklin Middle Schools, for the 2018-2019 school year, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member Activity	Stipend Amount a. Hina Mehta Stem Club $1,194
b. Tanya Rivera Stem Club $1,194

a

11

Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)                                                                                    x
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)	x Mr. Ramirez (Martin)	x Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)	x Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x Mr. Rose (Howard)	x Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x Dr. Walser (Ardie)	x Mrs. Williams (Clara)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

1. Chess club waive fees

2. Issues with hiring parent Liasion

3. Residents/Parent support Gervonn Rice 4. Good hire but the process is at a question 5. Issues with hiring; not at the rate or benefit

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

Committee Reports presented by the following Board members 1. Finance Committee - Ms. Clara Williams
2. Bryant School Security- Mr. Sebastian Rodriguez 3. Security & Mental Health - Dr. Ardie Walser

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

1. Evaluation of the program 2. ESL
3. Resident- Citizen

4. Facility Upgrade priority

Motion

Motion:

D.

E.

Second:

Finance and Budget

Personnel

Other Board comments

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to convene into Executive Session at 11:51 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 12:22 am and said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Goals for 2018-2019

GOAL 1: Students attending the Teaneck Public Schools will acquire the critical thinking skills, knowledge, and understanding to be successful global citizens in the twenty-first century.

GOAL 2: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will continue the development of the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to support students.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will be proactive in creating safe and inclusive school environments for students and adults by utilizing support services available in the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will communicate effectively with parents and with the greater community.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will explore additional revenue sources to support goals 1-4 beyond local and state aid to further its educational mission.

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Tomorrow's Stars Foundation, DBA: Playaz Basketball Club for the use of Teaneck High School large Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The event date is January 30, 2019 from 4:00pm - 9:30pm.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Lowell Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Whittier Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Thursdays- 1/17/19, 1/24/19, 1/31/19, 2/7/19, 2/14/19, 2/21/19, 2/28/19, 3/7/19, 3/14/19, 3/21/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Teaneck Jr. Football for the use of Benjamin Franklin Middle School Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The training dates are as follows: Sundays- 1/6/19, 1/13/19, 1/20/19, 1/27/19, 2/3/19, 2/10/19, 2/17/19, 2/24/19, 3/3/19, 3/10/19, 3/17/19 3/24/19, 3/31/19, 4/7/19, 4/14/19, 4/21/19, 4/28/19 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTO for the use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School Cafeteria for holding the Dance for 7th and 8th graders on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm for custodian and building use fees.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Abigail Glave Shandon Pereira

a

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 2018-2019 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.

OCTOBER 1, 2018 through OCTOBER 31, 2018

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Enterprise

Fund 10	$10,127,557.96 Fund 20	$163,463.04 Fund 60	$57,846.82
Fund 61	$22.60

Total of Approved Payments	$10,348,890.42

a

2.	that the Board approve 2018-2019 budget transfers, previously approved by a member of the Finance Committee, which are attached and a part of the official record.

a

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 October 2018 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 are no budgetary transfers that cumulatively exceed 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent.

a

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant funded $22,500) (District funded $4,470.91) total cost $26,970.91.

a

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $5,807.94) (Parent Funded $7,863.32) total cost $13,671.26.

a

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school. a

7.	that the Board approve the contracts, for out-of-district tuition, for students who would require a special education program during the 2018-2019 school year, as per the attached list.

a

8.	that the Board approve the contracts with those clinicians and agencies on the attached list who would provide related services and / or independent evaluations during the 2018-2019 school year.

a

9.	that the Board approve the amendments to the Chapter 192/193 Non-Public Services grant for an increase in funding provided to Teaneck, as reflected in the funding statements appended to and made a part of the Minutes. This funding is provided to the Teaneck School District by the New Jersey Department of Education to provide additional Chapter 192, Compensatory Education, and Chapter 193, Supplemental Instruction, Annual Reviews, Initial Evaluations to determine eligibility for Special Education and Speech Services.

a

10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation 246 dictionaries from the Teaneck Rotary Club donated to Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools for all third grade students.

a

11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of $15,600 from the Puffin Foundation to purchase the digital projection and a screen equipment for the Benjamin Franklin Middle School.

a

12. Whereas, the Board recognizes that the cost of Legal Services for the 2017-2018 school year exceeded the Statewide average per pupil amount as determined by the Annual Audit and as reported in the Taxpayer’s Guide to Education Spending; and Whereas, the Board is committed to reducing these costs to no more than 130% of the Statewide average per pupil amount; now
Be It Resolved, that the Board will monitor these expenditures in accordance with the requirement of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-5.2(a)(3) and utilize the internal controls pursuant to Bylaw #0174 and Section VI-10.1 and VI-11.1 of the Standard Operating Procedures and Internal Controls Manual.

a

13. that the Board approve the Insurance Restoration Specialists, Inc. for emergency repairs for water damage caused by a broken unit ventilator in the chorus room at the Teaneck High School over the November 23rd through the 25th weekend in the amount of $105,000.

a

Personnel

PERSONNEL	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 appointment for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Sharlene Goulbourne, Grade 2 teacher, at an annual salary of $60,000 (TTEA Guide MA/step 1) assigned to Lowell Elementary School, effective January 02, 2018 through June, 30, 2019, replacing Trecia Mohan-Soares, resigned (PC#: 10-07-63/asn).

b. Christina DeLeon, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $62,400 (TTEA Guide MA/step 3), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective January 02, 2019 through June 30, 2019, replacing Susan Soss, retired (PC#: 10-12-11/adu).

c. Lisa Zucker, Supervisor of Early Childhood, at an annual salary of $120,575 (TAAS Guide F/step 1), assigned to Eugene Field School, Effective January 02, 2019 through June 30, 2019, new position.

d. Samantha Elie, Middle School Math Teacher, at an annual salary of $76,800 (TTEA Guide MA/ step 9), assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective November 13, 2018 through June 30 2019, replacing Diana Spain, reassigned (PC#:10-10-11/akf).

a

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointment for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Michael Plager, Groundsman, at an annual salary of $46,671 (Operation Guide/ step 5) assigned to Operation and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Robert Walker, retired (PC#: 50-07-89/bcb).

b. Marc Trama, Groundsman, at an annual salary of $37,518 (Operation Guide/ step 4) assigned to Operation and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, new position.

a

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teacher 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. Elizabeth Vanacore, effective January 08, 2018 through June 30, 2019, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School replacing Paula Fischkelta.

a

4.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members.

a. Shenijah Curtis, Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective January 26, 2019.

a

5.	that the Board approve the following retirement:

a. Ronald De Blasio, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, retirement June 30, 2019.

a

6.	that the Board approve longevity payment for Mary Rosegren, Library Paraprofessional, at Hawthorne Elementary School, effective September 01, 2018, in the amount of $440.

a

7.	that the Board approve payment to Leana Barbosa, Speech Language Specialist, to provide 10 hours of speech therapy services, after regular school hours, during the 2018-2019 school year, at $50 per hour, no to exceed $500.

a

8.	that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, at Benjamim Franklin Middle Schools, for the 2018-2019 school year, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member Activity	Stipend Amount a. Hina Mehta Stem Club $1,194
b. Tanya Rivera Stem Club $1,194

a

9.	that the Board approve payments to the following teachers (pending student enrollment) for conducting a Before-School Reading & Mathematics Support Program (Grade 5 through 8) at Thomas Jefferson Middle School January 3, 2019 through May 23, 2019 for 1.25 hours each Tuesday and Thursday. Mathematics and language arts teachers would receive up to (3) hours of professional development training at the rate of $50 per hour and conduct the program for 48.75 hours at a rate of $50 per hour. One lead teacher would receive up to 110 hours for administrative duties and professional development at the rate of $50 per hour. Title I funds this program.

Name	Hours Maximum Remuneration

Paulette Szalay - Lead 110

Mark Martinez	51.75

$5,500

$2,587.50

Federica Ogletree Valerie Johnson Rena SanGeorge Shellian Mirander
Kimberly Cecchini Samantha Laliker
Ramon Ortiz Jr. Kelly Walsh Glenn Mezzatesta Total

a

27.50	$1,375 27.50 $1,375 51.75 $2,587.50 27.50 $1,375 27.50 $1,375 51.75 $2,587.50
51.75     $2,587.50 51.75 $2,587.50 51.75     $2,587.50
$26,525.00

10. that the Board approve the following Kean University student as an intern for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Taylor Holmes, Teaneck High School. a

11. that the Board approved the payment to Mike Moldovon, at the contractual stipend of $498 each, for participating in the Teaneck High School Annual Peer Leadership Winter Retreat on January 04, 2019 and January 05, 2019, held at the Glenpointe Marriott, Teaneck, New Jersey.

a

12

Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Dr. Ardie Walser, Board President, presided.

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Public Work Session Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the Eugene Field Administration Building, Margaret Angeli Staff Development Room, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, filed with the Municipal Clerk of the Township of Teaneck, posted to the district website and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on February 21, 2018."

III.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz)                                                                                    x
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)	x Mr. Ramirez (Martin)	x Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)	x Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)	x Mr. Rose (Howard)	x Ms. Sanders (Denise)	x Dr. Walser (Ardie)	x Mrs. Williams (Clara)	x

IV.	Reaffirmation of 2018/19 District Goals

V.	Superintendent's Report

Board Presentations

Budget Presentation - Ms. Simmons ESIP Process - Dr. Irving
Executive Session - Legal - Phil Stern, Esq.

Dr. Irving will have staff do presentations monthly Dr. Irving presented on the ESIP process

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

1. Chess club waive fees

2. Issues with hiring parent Liasion

3. Residents/Parent support Gervonn Rice 4. Good hire but the process is at a question 5. Issues with hiring; not at the rate or benefit

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

Committee Reports presented by the following Board members 1. Finance Committee - Ms. Clara Williams
2. Bryant School Security- Mr. Sebastian Rodriguez 3. Security & Mental Health - Dr. Ardie Walser

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

1. Evaluation of the program 2. ESL
3. Resident- Citizen

4. Facility Upgrade priority

Motion

Motion:

D.

E.

Second:

Finance and Budget

Personnel

Other Board comments

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to convene into Executive Session at 11:51 pm. Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 12:22 am and said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by a unanimous vote.

Motion: S. Rodriguez	Second: H. Rose

Board Member

Ms. Arjumand (Shahanaz) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mr. Ramirez (Martin) Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie)
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Teaneck Public Schools

Goals for 2018-2019

GOAL 1: Students attending the Teaneck Public Schools will acquire the critical thinking skills, knowledge, and understanding to be successful global citizens in the twenty-first century.

GOAL 2: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will continue the development of the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to support students.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will be proactive in creating safe and inclusive school environments for students and adults by utilizing support services available in the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will communicate effectively with parents and with the greater community.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will explore additional revenue sources to support goals 1-4 beyond local and state aid to further its educational mission.

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Tomorrow's Stars Foundation, DBA: Playaz Basketball Club for the use of Teaneck High School large Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The event date is January 30, 2019 from 4:00pm - 9:30pm.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Lowell Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Mondays- 1/14/19, 1/28/19, 2/4/19, 2/11/19, 2/25/19, 3/4/19, 3/11/19, 3/18/19, 3/25/19, 4/1/19 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to International Chess Academy, LLC for the use of Whittier Elementary School Multipurpose room for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Thursdays- 1/17/19, 1/24/19, 1/31/19, 2/7/19, 2/14/19, 2/21/19, 2/28/19, 3/7/19, 3/14/19, 3/21/19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to Teaneck Jr. Football for the use of Benjamin Franklin Middle School Gymnasium for custodian and building use fees. The training dates are as follows: Sundays- 1/6/19, 1/13/19, 1/20/19, 1/27/19, 2/3/19, 2/10/19, 2/17/19, 2/24/19, 3/3/19, 3/10/19, 3/17/19 3/24/19, 3/31/19, 4/7/19, 4/14/19, 4/21/19, 4/28/19 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, during the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTO for the use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School Cafeteria for holding the Dance for 7th and 8th graders on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm for custodian and building use fees.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Abigail Glave Shandon Pereira

a

Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 2018-2019 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.

OCTOBER 1, 2018 through OCTOBER 31, 2018

General

Special Revenue Enterprise
Enterprise

Fund 10	$10,127,557.96 Fund 20	$163,463.04 Fund 60	$57,846.82
Fund 61	$22.60

Total of Approved Payments	$10,348,890.42

a

2.	that the Board approve 2018-2019 budget transfers, previously approved by a member of the Finance Committee, which are attached and a part of the official record.

a

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 October 2018 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 are no budgetary transfers that cumulatively exceed 10% that would require the approval of the Executive County Superintendent.

a

4.	that the Board approve the attached list of Professional Development for the staff indicated for professional improvement or development, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant funded $22,500) (District funded $4,470.91) total cost $26,970.91.

a

5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $0) and (District Funded $5,807.94) (Parent Funded $7,863.32) total cost $13,671.26.

a

6.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Fundraising activities by school. a

7.	that the Board approve the contracts, for out-of-district tuition, for students who would require a special education program during the 2018-2019 school year, as per the attached list.

a

8.	that the Board approve the contracts with those clinicians and agencies on the attached list who would provide related services and / or independent evaluations during the 2018-2019 school year.

a

9.	that the Board approve the amendments to the Chapter 192/193 Non-Public Services grant for an increase in funding provided to Teaneck, as reflected in the funding statements appended to and made a part of the Minutes. This funding is provided to the Teaneck School District by the New Jersey Department of Education to provide additional Chapter 192, Compensatory Education, and Chapter 193, Supplemental Instruction, Annual Reviews, Initial Evaluations to determine eligibility for Special Education and Speech Services.

a

10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation 246 dictionaries from the Teaneck Rotary Club donated to Hawthorne, Lowell and Whittier Elementary Schools for all third grade students.

a

11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of $15,600 from the Puffin Foundation to purchase the digital projection and a screen equipment for the Benjamin Franklin Middle School.

a

12. Whereas, the Board recognizes that the cost of Legal Services for the 2017-2018 school year exceeded the Statewide average per pupil amount as determined by the Annual Audit and as reported in the Taxpayer’s Guide to Education Spending; and Whereas, the Board is committed to reducing these costs to no more than 130% of the Statewide average per pupil amount; now
Be It Resolved, that the Board will monitor these expenditures in accordance with the requirement of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-5.2(a)(3) and utilize the internal controls pursuant to Bylaw #0174 and Section VI-10.1 and VI-11.1 of the Standard Operating Procedures and Internal Controls Manual.

a

13. that the Board approve the Insurance Restoration Specialists, Inc. for emergency repairs for water damage caused by a broken unit ventilator in the chorus room at the Teaneck High School over the November 23rd through the 25th weekend in the amount of $105,000.

a

Personnel

PERSONNEL	DECEMBER 5, 2018

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 appointment for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Sharlene Goulbourne, Grade 2 teacher, at an annual salary of $60,000 (TTEA Guide MA/step 1) assigned to Lowell Elementary School, effective January 02, 2018 through June, 30, 2019, replacing Trecia Mohan-Soares, resigned (PC#: 10-07-63/asn).

b. Christina DeLeon, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $62,400 (TTEA Guide MA/step 3), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective January 02, 2019 through June 30, 2019, replacing Susan Soss, retired (PC#: 10-12-11/adu).

c. Lisa Zucker, Supervisor of Early Childhood, at an annual salary of $120,575 (TAAS Guide F/step 1), assigned to Eugene Field School, Effective January 02, 2019 through June 30, 2019, new position.

d. Samantha Elie, Middle School Math Teacher, at an annual salary of $76,800 (TTEA Guide MA/ step 9), assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School, effective November 13, 2018 through June 30 2019, replacing Diana Spain, reassigned (PC#:10-10-11/akf).

a

2.	that the Board approve the following non-certificated staff appointment for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Michael Plager, Groundsman, at an annual salary of $46,671 (Operation Guide/ step 5) assigned to Operation and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Robert Walker, retired (PC#: 50-07-89/bcb).

b. Marc Trama, Groundsman, at an annual salary of $37,518 (Operation Guide/ step 4) assigned to Operation and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, new position.

a

3.	that the Board approve the following long term substitute teacher 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. Elizabeth Vanacore, effective January 08, 2018 through June 30, 2019, with no benefits, assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School replacing Paula Fischkelta.

a

4.	that the Board accept the resignation of the following staff members.

a. Shenijah Curtis, Student Support Counselor, Teaneck High School, effective January 26, 2019.

a

5.	that the Board approve the following retirement:

a. Ronald De Blasio, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School, retirement June 30, 2019.

a

6.	that the Board approve longevity payment for Mary Rosegren, Library Paraprofessional, at Hawthorne Elementary School, effective September 01, 2018, in the amount of $440.

a

7.	that the Board approve payment to Leana Barbosa, Speech Language Specialist, to provide 10 hours of speech therapy services, after regular school hours, during the 2018-2019 school year, at $50 per hour, no to exceed $500.

a

8.	that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, at Benjamim Franklin Middle Schools, for the 2018-2019 school year, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member Activity	Stipend Amount a. Hina Mehta Stem Club $1,194
b. Tanya Rivera Stem Club $1,194

a

9.	that the Board approve payments to the following teachers (pending student enrollment) for conducting a Before-School Reading & Mathematics Support Program (Grade 5 through 8) at Thomas Jefferson Middle School January 3, 2019 through May 23, 2019 for 1.25 hours each Tuesday and Thursday. Mathematics and language arts teachers would receive up to (3) hours of professional development training at the rate of $50 per hour and conduct the program for 48.75 hours at a rate of $50 per hour. One lead teacher would receive up to 110 hours for administrative duties and professional development at the rate of $50 per hour. Title I funds this program.

Name	Hours Maximum Remuneration

Paulette Szalay - Lead 110

Mark Martinez	51.75

$5,500

$2,587.50

Federica Ogletree Valerie Johnson Rena SanGeorge Shellian Mirander
Kimberly Cecchini Samantha Laliker
Ramon Ortiz Jr. Kelly Walsh Glenn Mezzatesta Total

a

27.50	$1,375 27.50 $1,375 51.75 $2,587.50 27.50 $1,375 27.50 $1,375 51.75 $2,587.50
51.75     $2,587.50 51.75 $2,587.50 51.75     $2,587.50
$26,525.00

10. that the Board approve the following Kean University student as an intern for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Taylor Holmes, Teaneck High School. a

11. that the Board approved the payment to Mike Moldovon, at the contractual stipend of $498 each, for participating in the Teaneck High School Annual Peer Leadership Winter Retreat on January 04, 2019 and January 05, 2019, held at the Glenpointe Marriott, Teaneck, New Jersey.

a

12. that the Board approves 2 hours of compensation at a rate of $50 per hour to plan and present a workshop for families of English language Learners titled: Supporting Reading at Home for ELLs. The presentation will take place on Tuesday, February 05, 2019. Families will be invited to read dual-language books and receive information pertaining to biliteracy. The end of the presentation will be followed by a survey asking families to provide feedback regarding the district's ESL program. Title III funds will be used to fund this program. The following teachers will plan and lead the parent presentation:

a. Faith Mootoo b. Jennifer Cortez c. Hilary Almeida d. Diana Sanchez e. Teri Wilcox

a

13. that the Board approve 2 hours of compensation at a rate of $50 per hours to plan and present a workshop for families of English language learners titled: a Celebration of our Learning. Teacher will showcase different projects students have completed over the course of the 2018-2019 school year. This workshop will take place on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. Title III funds will be used to fund this program. The following teachers will plan and lead the parent presentation:

a. Faith Mootoo b. Jennifer Cortez c. Hilary Almeida d. Teri Wilcox
e. Diana Sanchez

a

14. that the Board approve the appointment of Andres Munoz as Tutoring Site Supervisor of the Strive Academic Support Program at Teanek High School, from December 18, 2018 through May 30, 2019 at $50 per hour, not to exceed 65 total hours, total cost not to exceed $3,250.

a

13

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #2

Teaneck Board of EducationTransfer List

Transfers made October 19, 2018 and November 16, 2018 Through November 27, 2018

AMOUNT TRANSFERRED

ACCOUNT

T28           11-000-217-320-46-56-H-0 11-120-100-101-71-15-5-G
11-190-100-610-71-40-5-G

DESCRIPTION

PURCH SVC/1:1,INCLUSION PARA TCHR STIPEND/HAWTHORNE GOALS
INST'L SUPPL/HAWTHORNE GOALS

From

(10,000.00)

To

6,200.00 3,800.00
10,000.00

EXPLANATION: GOALS HAWTHORNE

T29           20-018-100-100-73-10-G-H 20-018-270-512-73-52-G-H
20-018-100-300-73-50-G-H

JUV JUSTICE/TCHR STIPENDS JUV JUSTICE/FIELD TRIPS
JUV JUSTICE/PURCH ED SRV

(5,196.10)

2,396.10 2,800.00
5,196.10

EXPLANATION: FUNDS FOR STUDENT ACTIVITIES

T30	11-190-100-610-63-49-7-7

11-000-223-580-71-50-7-7

INST'L SUPPLIES LOWELL

TRANVE-CONF/LOWELL

(1,960.00)

1,960.00

EXPLANATION: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MATH WORKSHOP

T31           11-120-100-101-18-10-0-E 11-130-100-101-25-10-0-F
11-130-100-101-25-10-0-J

CONTR SAL/UNASSIGNED CONTR SAL/TCH/PER.ARTS-B
CONTR SAL/TCH/PER.ARTS-T

(106,520.00)

53,260.00 53,260.00
106,520.00

EXPLANATION: SALARY ACCOUNT ADJUSTMENT

T32           20-231-200-580-19-50-I-5 20-231-200-320-22-58-I-5

20-230-100-610-22-40-I-5

TITLE I/TRAVEL CONF TITLE I/EDUC'L CONSULT

TITLE I/INSTR SUPP

(250.00) (525.00) (775.00)
775.00

EXPLANATION: SUPPLIES AND SNACKS FOR AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM

T33	11-000-230-890-84-50-H-0

11-000-251-610-84-49-H-0

OTHER EXP/MEMBERSHIP & DUES/HRM

SUPPLIES & MATERIALS/HRM

(1,500.00)

1,500.00

EXPLANATION: FUNDS NEEDED TO PURCHASE SUPPLIES FOR HRM DEPT.

______________________________

FINANCE COMMITTEE SIGNATURE

_____________

DATE

14

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION 4	DECEMBER 12, 2018

Professional Development

Name: Sean Aumack
School or Department: Teaneck High School, Transition Program Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Utilizing NJ Can and Person Centered Approaches to Transition Planning
Location: Paramus, NJ Date(s): December 20, 2018
Estimated Cost(s): $90 – Substitute Required - (District Funded)

15

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #4	DECEMBER 12, 2018

Professional Development

Name: Aaron Kleinman
School or Department: Teaneck High School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: College Board Regional Forum Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Dates:January 29 & 30, 2019
Estimated Cost: $940.56 – Substitute Not Required (District Funded)

Name: Lottie Watson
School or Department: Teaneck High School
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Fourth Annual Conference on Youth Development and Juvenile Justice
Location: Newark, New Jersey Dates:June 6, 2019
Estimated Cost: $0 – Substitute Not Required (No Funding Required)

Name: Tonya Rivera
School or Department: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Connected Math Project 3 Location: Fairfield, New Jersey
Dates:January 8, February 22 and March 18, 2019
Estimated Cost: $503.70 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

Name: Samantha Elie
School or Department: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Connected Math Project 3 Location: Fairfield, New Jersey
Dates:January 16, February 27 and March 20, 2019
Estimated Cost: $503.70 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

Name: Samantha Messmer, Amanda Maikisch, Natasha Thomas, Carrie Williams, Jennifer Ahearn
School or Department: Lowell School
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Conquer Mathematics – Special Education, Year 1 Fractions, Part 1
Location: Pompton Plains, New Jersey Dates:December 6, 2018
Estimated Cost: $620 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

Name: Samantha Messmer, Amanda Maikisch, Natasha Thomas, Carrie Williams, Jennifer Ahearn
School or Department: Lowell School
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Conquer Mathematics – Special Education, Year 1 Fractions, Part 2
Location: Pompton Plains, New Jersey Dates:January 8, 2019
Estimated Cost: $620 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

16

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #4	DECEMBER 12, 2018

Professional Development

Name: Samantha Messmer, Amanda Maikisch, Natasha Thomas, Carrie Williams, Jennifer Ahearn
School or Department: Lowell School
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Conquer Mathematics – Special Education, Year 1 Measurement and Data
Location: Pompton Plains, New Jersey Dates:February 6, 2019
Estimated Cost: $620 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

Name: Vincent McHale
School or Department: Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Conference/Seminar/Workshop: New Jersey Association of School Administrators TECHSPO 2019
Location: Atlantic City, New Jersey Dates:January 31 and February 1, 2019
Estimated Cost: $572.95 – Substitute Not Required (District Funded)

AMENDED
Name: Lara Barrett, Yuna Kim, Dana Orner, Brittany Butler, Amy Morales, Mika Kozuma,
Leslie Abrew,
	Jenna Banker, Jasmine White, Deborah Shenkin, Elaine Dennis Walker,
	
Kristen Panagiotou
	, 4 Paraprofessionals

School or Department: Bryant School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Tools of the Mind Location: Mercerville, New Jersey Dates:December 12, 2018
Estimated Cost: $22,500 - Substitute Required (Grant Funded)

17

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #5	DECEMBER 12, 2018

Field Trips

Name: Allison Norris, Shena Thomas, Elizabeth Rieder, Kristin Nunez, Maryann Doris, 12 parent chaperones
School or Department: Hawthorne School Trip Planned: Norwalk Maritime Aquarium
Location: Norwalk, Connecticut	75 Students
Date(s):	April 9, 2019	Depart: 8:45 AM	Return: 2:30 PM Estimated Cost: $2041 – Substitute Not Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would learn about life cycle, adaptations and other Next Generation Science Standards.

Name: Betty Garcia, Marie Rosegren, 3 parent chaperones School or Department: Hawthorne School
Trip Planned: Farmstead Estates
Location: Ringwood, New Jersey	18 Students
Date(s):	May 15, 2019	Depart: 9:00 AM	Return: 2:00 PM Estimated Cost: $493.32 – Substitute Not Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would be walki8ng through the farm observing and feeding the animals and interacting with baby animals in their own environment.

Name: Tawana Smith, Jemara Blount, Lisa Brown, Maryann Doris, Felix Meija, Saundra Warren-Givens, Emilio Jeannette, 3 paraprofessionals
School or Department: Hawthorne School:15 Am Trip Planned: Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Location: Teaneck, New Jersey	87 Students
Date(s):	June 14, 2019	Depart: 8:45 AM	Return: 11:15 AM Estimated Cost: $151.97 – Substitute Not Required (District Funded)
EXPLANATION: This is the annual Moving Up Ceremony rehearsal.

Name: Tawana Smith, Jemara Blount, Lisa Brown, Maryann Doris, Felix Meija, Saundra Warren-Givens, Emilio Jeannette, 3 paraprofessionals
School or Department: Hawthorne School
Trip Planned: Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Location: Teaneck, New Jersey	87 Students Date(s):	June 17, 2019
Estimated Cost: $151.97 – Substitute Not Required (District Funded) EXPLANATION: This is the annual Moving Up Ceremony.

18

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #5	DECEMBER 12, 2018

Field Trips

Name: Justine Lopez, Natalia Drelich, Dennis Hiel, Carrie Williams, Samantha Messmer, 9 parent chaperones
School or Department: Lowell School
Trip Planned: Teaneck Municipal Court and Police Department Location: Teaneck, New Jersey	79 Students
Date(s):	December 18, 2018	Depart: 9:15 AM	Return: 12:30 PM Estimated Cost: $329 – Substitute Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would learn firsthand the role of government through interviewing the municipal judge and police officers.

Name: Katherine Crimmins, Walter Hickey, Barbara Preziosi, Dominique Chiu, Mickell Taylor, Mariam Muheisen, Stephanie Paz, Diana Spain, Margaret Tewey, Marina Williams, Shanice Jackson
School or Department: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Trip Planned: Camelback Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark
Location: Tannersville, Pennsylvania	100 Students
Date(s):	June 14, 2019	Depart: 8:00 AM	Return: 6:30 PM Estimated Cost: $5000 – Substitute Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: This is the annual eighth grade end of the year trip.

Name: Charles Clark, James Belluzzi, Jerome Smart, Jason McDonald School or Department: Teaneck High School
Trip Planned: Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson Middle Schools Location: Teaneck, New Jersey	46 Students
Date(s):	December 14, 2018	Depart: 8:15 AM	Return: 11:15 AM Estimated Cost: $287 – Substitute Required (District Funded)
EXPLANATION: Teaneck High School students would serve as mentors to students at the two middle schools.

OVERNIGHT TRIP
Name: Katierose Augustine, Daniel Olender, Michael Moldovan School or Department: Teaneck High School
Trip Planned: Glenpointe Marriot
Location: Teaneck, New Jersey	38 Students
Date(s):	January 4 & 5, 2019	Depart: January 4 @ 12:30 PM Return: January 5 @ 3:00 PM
Estimated Cost: $5217 – Substitute Required (District Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students in the Peer Leadership program would learn the techniques and tools to impact the freshman class during outreach activities.

19

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #5	DECEMBER 12, 2018

Field Trips

WALKING TRIP
Name: Steven Bell, Bettina Peets
School or Department: Teaneck High School Trip Planned: Teaneck Nursing Home
Location: Teaneck, New Jersey	28 Students
Date(s):	December 18, 2018	Depart: 1:30 PM	Return: 3:00 PM Estimated Cost: $0 0 Substitute Required (No Funding Required)
EXPLANATION: Students from Teaneck High School would perform for the residents of the Teaneck Nursing Home.

20

FINANCE & BUDGET	Motion # 6	December 12, 2018

Fundraising Activities by School

School or Department: Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin Middle Schools Fundraising Activity: Zumba Dance Class for a suggested donation of $5.00 Sponsoring Organization: Middle School Dance Program
Name of sponsors: Allison Spadaro (dance teacher) Participants: Faculty and students
Location: TJMS & BFMS after school
Date(s): December 13, 2018 – January, 2019	TIME: 3:30 – 4:15 PM Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $5.00 per person
Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used towards the purchase of dance costumes.

School or Department: Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Fundraising Activity: Movie Night and Sale of popcorn, hot chocolate & candy Sponsoring Organization: Student Council
Name of sponsors: Hina Mehta & Belkis Petrus (staff members) Participants: Student Council Members would sell to BFMS students Location: BFMS Main Lobby and auditorium
Date(s): January 17, 2019
Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $100 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used for Student Council activities.

School or Department: Teaneck High School Fundraising Activity: Bake Sale
Sponsoring Organization: THS Girls Fencing Club Name of sponsors: Sarah Duffy-Lawrence (Coach) Participants: Fencers would sell to students and staff
Location: THS Lobby after school as determined by the principal’s office Date(s): December 13, 2018; January 8 – 23, 2019
Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $500 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used to off-set cost of warm-ups, t-shirts, senior scholarships and team dinner.

School or Department: Teaneck High School Fundraising Activity: Sale of T-Shirts and Sweatshirts Sponsoring Organization: Senior Class Cabinet
Name of sponsors: Alexandra Cavallo, Jared Meli (staff members) Participants: Class Cabinet Members would sell to THS seniors Location: At various fundraising events to be determined
Date(s): December 15, 2019 through June 2019 (potentially if items don’t sell out) Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $400 - $500
Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used to towards the cost of the Prom.

21

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION 7	DECEMBER 12, 2018

OUT-OF-DISTRICT TUITION CONTRACTS 2018-2019

STUDENT ID#
	
SCHOOL
	
TUITION
	
START DATE
	
99673
	Windsor Preparatory High School
	$41,288.80
	11/4/2018
	
92015
	BCSS – Educational Enterprise
	$15,136.00
	9/1/2018

99975
	Black Horse Pike Regional District of Education
	
$1,174.94
	9/6/2018 – 9/24/2018
	
101952
	Windsor Bergen Academy
	$42,323.40
	11/5/2018
	
TOTAL
	$99,923.14

22

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION 8	DECEMBER 12, 2018

CLINICIANS 2018-2019

CLINICIAN
	RATES
	NOT TO EXCEED
	
Silvergate Prep
	Home Instruction $50 /hr.
(10 hrs. per week / 10 week maximum)
	$500
	
TOTAL
	$500

23

24