Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado

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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

Respectfully submitted,

Melissa Simmons

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

a

Policy 01 thru 01

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

a

Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

a

Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

a

Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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12. that the Board acknowledge the Bryant Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergencyschoolbusexit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Bryant School Bus Lane off of Tryon Ave on October 10th 2018; Leslie Abrew oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included inthedrill:Route#6 Buses A, C, D & E Vans V6A, V6B, V6C, BV1, BV2 and 3 – IN199.

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13. that theBoardacknowledge the Whittier Elementary School successfullyconducted its first emergencyschoolbusexitdrill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 7:45 am at the location of Essex Street and West Englewood Avenue on October 17, 2018. Pedro Valdes oversawthedrill and Linda Harrison, Keith Orapello, Janine Lawler, Nina Lioneti, Emily Sloane & Alex Zarate were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were includedinthe drill:Route#4BusesA, B, C,D,E,F; Vans 4A, 4B, 4C& 4D.

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14. that the Board acknowledge the Lowell Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:40 am at the location of Lowell school parking lot on October 5, 2018; Rey Cruz oversaw the drill and Lisa Sgambati, Stacie Dibona, Alexis Ryerson & Zeno Cho were the staff members incharge. Thefollowingbusrouteswereincludedinthedrill:Route#7Buses A, B,C,D & EVansLV1,LV2,&LV3.

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15. that the Board acknowledge the Hawthorne Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:27 11.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Lucy Avenue on October 3, 2018; Emilio Jennette & Danielle Amato oversaw the drill and Maria Garvia Iglesias, Julianne Boyle, Amber Halpern, RanishaMcClendon, Rahena Loskor,Alberto Despaigne and Shantel Wilson were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill:Route#5BusesA, B, &C Vans5A, 5B, & HV1.

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16. that the Board acknowledge the Benjamin Franklin Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2,at8:15amat the locationof TaftRoadoutsideof the School on October 3rd, 2018; Marina Williams oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The followingbus routeswereincludedinthedrill:VansBF1,BF2, BF3,BF4, andBF5.

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17. that the Board acknowledge the Thomas Jefferson Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:2711.2,at 3:00pmon October 1, 2018, at the location of the Fycke Lane Parking Lot & Salem Street Circle.Enoch Nyamekye oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. Thefollowingbusrouteswere includedinthe drill:VansTJ1,TJ2&TJ3.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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12. that the Board acknowledge the Bryant Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergencyschoolbusexit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Bryant School Bus Lane off of Tryon Ave on October 10th 2018; Leslie Abrew oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included inthedrill:Route#6 Buses A, C, D & E Vans V6A, V6B, V6C, BV1, BV2 and 3 – IN199.

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13. that theBoardacknowledge the Whittier Elementary School successfullyconducted its first emergencyschoolbusexitdrill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 7:45 am at the location of Essex Street and West Englewood Avenue on October 17, 2018. Pedro Valdes oversawthedrill and Linda Harrison, Keith Orapello, Janine Lawler, Nina Lioneti, Emily Sloane & Alex Zarate were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were includedinthe drill:Route#4BusesA, B, C,D,E,F; Vans 4A, 4B, 4C& 4D.

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14. that the Board acknowledge the Lowell Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:40 am at the location of Lowell school parking lot on October 5, 2018; Rey Cruz oversaw the drill and Lisa Sgambati, Stacie Dibona, Alexis Ryerson & Zeno Cho were the staff members incharge. Thefollowingbusrouteswereincludedinthedrill:Route#7Buses A, B,C,D & EVansLV1,LV2,&LV3.

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15. that the Board acknowledge the Hawthorne Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:27 11.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Lucy Avenue on October 3, 2018; Emilio Jennette & Danielle Amato oversaw the drill and Maria Garvia Iglesias, Julianne Boyle, Amber Halpern, RanishaMcClendon, Rahena Loskor,Alberto Despaigne and Shantel Wilson were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill:Route#5BusesA, B, &C Vans5A, 5B, & HV1.

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16. that the Board acknowledge the Benjamin Franklin Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2,at8:15amat the locationof TaftRoadoutsideof the School on October 3rd, 2018; Marina Williams oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The followingbus routeswereincludedinthedrill:VansBF1,BF2, BF3,BF4, andBF5.

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17. that the Board acknowledge the Thomas Jefferson Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:2711.2,at 3:00pmon October 1, 2018, at the location of the Fycke Lane Parking Lot & Salem Street Circle.Enoch Nyamekye oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. Thefollowingbusrouteswere includedinthe drill:VansTJ1,TJ2&TJ3.

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18. that the Board acknowledge the Teaneck High School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 3:00 pm on September 28, 2018 & at 3:00 pm on October 3, 2018 at the location on Elizabeth Ave outside of entrance; Kurt Ceresnak oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill: Vans THS1, THS2, IN387 & THSLIFT, Valley Transport, Protrans bus &Taher transport.

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19. that the Board approve payment to Roberta Weiss, teacher, to conduct specialized after-school tutoring, for Student ID #101106, during the 2018-2019 school year, after school for 30 mins., twice a week, not to exceed 32 hours, at the rate of $50.00 per hour, total cost not to exceed $1,600.

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20. 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.

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21. that the Board approve the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, to provide Level 1 services to Students #97759, 103162, 100398, 103688, 93867, at the rate of $1,900 each; to provide Level 2 services to Student #93508 at the rate of $4,500, and to provide Student #100031 with Level 4 services at the rate of $14,300 during the 2018-2019 school year.

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22. that the Board approve the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidated Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq, agreement between the Township of Teaneck, in the County of Bergen and the Teaneck Board of Education located at 1 Merrison Street in collaboration with the Office of Emergency Management Solutions (OEM) for the provision providing emergency reception center at all school Facilities.

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23. that the Board approve payment of $3,351.46 to Claire Scarano for 70.5 after-work hours performed during the months of January 2017 thru March 2017 prior to her official retirement on March 31, 2017. Payment will be drawn from the balance in the Teaneck Women Train and Work program.

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24. that the Board approve the CHA Design/Construction solutions at 1639 Route 10 East, Suite 63, Parsippany, NJ 07054 as the ESIP Engineers for the 2018-2019 school year.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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12. that the Board acknowledge the Bryant Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergencyschoolbusexit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Bryant School Bus Lane off of Tryon Ave on October 10th 2018; Leslie Abrew oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included inthedrill:Route#6 Buses A, C, D & E Vans V6A, V6B, V6C, BV1, BV2 and 3 – IN199.

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13. that theBoardacknowledge the Whittier Elementary School successfullyconducted its first emergencyschoolbusexitdrill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 7:45 am at the location of Essex Street and West Englewood Avenue on October 17, 2018. Pedro Valdes oversawthedrill and Linda Harrison, Keith Orapello, Janine Lawler, Nina Lioneti, Emily Sloane & Alex Zarate were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were includedinthe drill:Route#4BusesA, B, C,D,E,F; Vans 4A, 4B, 4C& 4D.

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14. that the Board acknowledge the Lowell Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:40 am at the location of Lowell school parking lot on October 5, 2018; Rey Cruz oversaw the drill and Lisa Sgambati, Stacie Dibona, Alexis Ryerson & Zeno Cho were the staff members incharge. Thefollowingbusrouteswereincludedinthedrill:Route#7Buses A, B,C,D & EVansLV1,LV2,&LV3.

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15. that the Board acknowledge the Hawthorne Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:27 11.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Lucy Avenue on October 3, 2018; Emilio Jennette & Danielle Amato oversaw the drill and Maria Garvia Iglesias, Julianne Boyle, Amber Halpern, RanishaMcClendon, Rahena Loskor,Alberto Despaigne and Shantel Wilson were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill:Route#5BusesA, B, &C Vans5A, 5B, & HV1.

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16. that the Board acknowledge the Benjamin Franklin Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2,at8:15amat the locationof TaftRoadoutsideof the School on October 3rd, 2018; Marina Williams oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The followingbus routeswereincludedinthedrill:VansBF1,BF2, BF3,BF4, andBF5.

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17. that the Board acknowledge the Thomas Jefferson Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:2711.2,at 3:00pmon October 1, 2018, at the location of the Fycke Lane Parking Lot & Salem Street Circle.Enoch Nyamekye oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. Thefollowingbusrouteswere includedinthe drill:VansTJ1,TJ2&TJ3.

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18. that the Board acknowledge the Teaneck High School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 3:00 pm on September 28, 2018 & at 3:00 pm on October 3, 2018 at the location on Elizabeth Ave outside of entrance; Kurt Ceresnak oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill: Vans THS1, THS2, IN387 & THSLIFT, Valley Transport, Protrans bus &Taher transport.

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19. that the Board approve payment to Roberta Weiss, teacher, to conduct specialized after-school tutoring, for Student ID #101106, during the 2018-2019 school year, after school for 30 mins., twice a week, not to exceed 32 hours, at the rate of $50.00 per hour, total cost not to exceed $1,600.

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20. 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.

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21. that the Board approve the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, to provide Level 1 services to Students #97759, 103162, 100398, 103688, 93867, at the rate of $1,900 each; to provide Level 2 services to Student #93508 at the rate of $4,500, and to provide Student #100031 with Level 4 services at the rate of $14,300 during the 2018-2019 school year.

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22. that the Board approve the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidated Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq, agreement between the Township of Teaneck, in the County of Bergen and the Teaneck Board of Education located at 1 Merrison Street in collaboration with the Office of Emergency Management Solutions (OEM) for the provision providing emergency reception center at all school Facilities.

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23. that the Board approve payment of $3,351.46 to Claire Scarano for 70.5 after-work hours performed during the months of January 2017 thru March 2017 prior to her official retirement on March 31, 2017. Payment will be drawn from the balance in the Teaneck Women Train and Work program.

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24. that the Board approve the CHA Design/Construction solutions at 1639 Route 10 East, Suite 63, Parsippany, NJ 07054 as the ESIP Engineers for the 2018-2019 school year.

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25. that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #103758 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $45,000 for the 2017-2018 school year and attorney’s fees of $5,000. For school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 the District will pay the out-of-district school $45,000 per year.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #97687 and the Teaneck Board of Education for payment of $50,000 for each of the following school years 2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and attorney’s fees of $5,000.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #96279 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $26,000 for each of the following school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #98365 and the Teaneck Board of Education of reimbursement to the Parents of $66,000 for the period February 2018-February 2019.

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26. Whereas the District and the Parents of Student #101236 wish to resolve any and all differences, the parties agree that the District shall pay for an independent psychological evaluation in an amount not to exceed $3,500. In consideration of the settlement of the captioned matter, Petitioners shall release the District from any and all claims, rights and liability, including but not limited to attorney’s costs, or reimbursement for any other placement, program or related service.

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Personnel

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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12. that the Board acknowledge the Bryant Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergencyschoolbusexit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Bryant School Bus Lane off of Tryon Ave on October 10th 2018; Leslie Abrew oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included inthedrill:Route#6 Buses A, C, D & E Vans V6A, V6B, V6C, BV1, BV2 and 3 – IN199.

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13. that theBoardacknowledge the Whittier Elementary School successfullyconducted its first emergencyschoolbusexitdrill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 7:45 am at the location of Essex Street and West Englewood Avenue on October 17, 2018. Pedro Valdes oversawthedrill and Linda Harrison, Keith Orapello, Janine Lawler, Nina Lioneti, Emily Sloane & Alex Zarate were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were includedinthe drill:Route#4BusesA, B, C,D,E,F; Vans 4A, 4B, 4C& 4D.

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14. that the Board acknowledge the Lowell Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:40 am at the location of Lowell school parking lot on October 5, 2018; Rey Cruz oversaw the drill and Lisa Sgambati, Stacie Dibona, Alexis Ryerson & Zeno Cho were the staff members incharge. Thefollowingbusrouteswereincludedinthedrill:Route#7Buses A, B,C,D & EVansLV1,LV2,&LV3.

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15. that the Board acknowledge the Hawthorne Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:27 11.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Lucy Avenue on October 3, 2018; Emilio Jennette & Danielle Amato oversaw the drill and Maria Garvia Iglesias, Julianne Boyle, Amber Halpern, RanishaMcClendon, Rahena Loskor,Alberto Despaigne and Shantel Wilson were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill:Route#5BusesA, B, &C Vans5A, 5B, & HV1.

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16. that the Board acknowledge the Benjamin Franklin Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2,at8:15amat the locationof TaftRoadoutsideof the School on October 3rd, 2018; Marina Williams oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The followingbus routeswereincludedinthedrill:VansBF1,BF2, BF3,BF4, andBF5.

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17. that the Board acknowledge the Thomas Jefferson Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:2711.2,at 3:00pmon October 1, 2018, at the location of the Fycke Lane Parking Lot & Salem Street Circle.Enoch Nyamekye oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. Thefollowingbusrouteswere includedinthe drill:VansTJ1,TJ2&TJ3.

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18. that the Board acknowledge the Teaneck High School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 3:00 pm on September 28, 2018 & at 3:00 pm on October 3, 2018 at the location on Elizabeth Ave outside of entrance; Kurt Ceresnak oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill: Vans THS1, THS2, IN387 & THSLIFT, Valley Transport, Protrans bus &Taher transport.

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19. that the Board approve payment to Roberta Weiss, teacher, to conduct specialized after-school tutoring, for Student ID #101106, during the 2018-2019 school year, after school for 30 mins., twice a week, not to exceed 32 hours, at the rate of $50.00 per hour, total cost not to exceed $1,600.

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20. 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.

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21. that the Board approve the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, to provide Level 1 services to Students #97759, 103162, 100398, 103688, 93867, at the rate of $1,900 each; to provide Level 2 services to Student #93508 at the rate of $4,500, and to provide Student #100031 with Level 4 services at the rate of $14,300 during the 2018-2019 school year.

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22. that the Board approve the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidated Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq, agreement between the Township of Teaneck, in the County of Bergen and the Teaneck Board of Education located at 1 Merrison Street in collaboration with the Office of Emergency Management Solutions (OEM) for the provision providing emergency reception center at all school Facilities.

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23. that the Board approve payment of $3,351.46 to Claire Scarano for 70.5 after-work hours performed during the months of January 2017 thru March 2017 prior to her official retirement on March 31, 2017. Payment will be drawn from the balance in the Teaneck Women Train and Work program.

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24. that the Board approve the CHA Design/Construction solutions at 1639 Route 10 East, Suite 63, Parsippany, NJ 07054 as the ESIP Engineers for the 2018-2019 school year.

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25. that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #103758 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $45,000 for the 2017-2018 school year and attorney’s fees of $5,000. For school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 the District will pay the out-of-district school $45,000 per year.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #97687 and the Teaneck Board of Education for payment of $50,000 for each of the following school years 2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and attorney’s fees of $5,000.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #96279 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $26,000 for each of the following school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #98365 and the Teaneck Board of Education of reimbursement to the Parents of $66,000 for the period February 2018-February 2019.

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26. Whereas the District and the Parents of Student #101236 wish to resolve any and all differences, the parties agree that the District shall pay for an independent psychological evaluation in an amount not to exceed $3,500. In consideration of the settlement of the captioned matter, Petitioners shall release the District from any and all claims, rights and liability, including but not limited to attorney’s costs, or reimbursement for any other placement, program or related service.

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Personnel

PERSONNEL	NOVEMBER 7, 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 appointments for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Esin Sasmaz, Special Education Teacher (Math/Science), at an annual of $80,000 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 8), assigned to Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective October 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Jessi Van Buren, resigned (PC#:10-11-34/bvr).

b. Mary Lorencovitz, Guidance Counselor, at an annual salary of $61,200 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 2), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective November 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Kelvin Reese, resigned (PC#: 10-12-73/ahd).

c. Bettina Peets, Dance Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide BA/Step 9), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Diana Baer, retired, (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

d. Andres Munoz, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 6), assigned to Teaneck High School effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, new position.

e. Falilou Seck, French Teacher, at an annual salary of $66,500 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 2) Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Catherine Dalal, retired (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

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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. Llewelyn Peterkin, General Mechanic, at an annual salary of $47,540 (Maintenance Guide/ Step 2) assigned to Operations and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Brian Taylor. (PC#: 52-16-89/box).

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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12. that the Board acknowledge the Bryant Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergencyschoolbusexit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Bryant School Bus Lane off of Tryon Ave on October 10th 2018; Leslie Abrew oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included inthedrill:Route#6 Buses A, C, D & E Vans V6A, V6B, V6C, BV1, BV2 and 3 – IN199.

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13. that theBoardacknowledge the Whittier Elementary School successfullyconducted its first emergencyschoolbusexitdrill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 7:45 am at the location of Essex Street and West Englewood Avenue on October 17, 2018. Pedro Valdes oversawthedrill and Linda Harrison, Keith Orapello, Janine Lawler, Nina Lioneti, Emily Sloane & Alex Zarate were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were includedinthe drill:Route#4BusesA, B, C,D,E,F; Vans 4A, 4B, 4C& 4D.

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14. that the Board acknowledge the Lowell Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:40 am at the location of Lowell school parking lot on October 5, 2018; Rey Cruz oversaw the drill and Lisa Sgambati, Stacie Dibona, Alexis Ryerson & Zeno Cho were the staff members incharge. Thefollowingbusrouteswereincludedinthedrill:Route#7Buses A, B,C,D & EVansLV1,LV2,&LV3.

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15. that the Board acknowledge the Hawthorne Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:27 11.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Lucy Avenue on October 3, 2018; Emilio Jennette & Danielle Amato oversaw the drill and Maria Garvia Iglesias, Julianne Boyle, Amber Halpern, RanishaMcClendon, Rahena Loskor,Alberto Despaigne and Shantel Wilson were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill:Route#5BusesA, B, &C Vans5A, 5B, & HV1.

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16. that the Board acknowledge the Benjamin Franklin Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2,at8:15amat the locationof TaftRoadoutsideof the School on October 3rd, 2018; Marina Williams oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The followingbus routeswereincludedinthedrill:VansBF1,BF2, BF3,BF4, andBF5.

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17. that the Board acknowledge the Thomas Jefferson Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:2711.2,at 3:00pmon October 1, 2018, at the location of the Fycke Lane Parking Lot & Salem Street Circle.Enoch Nyamekye oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. Thefollowingbusrouteswere includedinthe drill:VansTJ1,TJ2&TJ3.

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18. that the Board acknowledge the Teaneck High School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 3:00 pm on September 28, 2018 & at 3:00 pm on October 3, 2018 at the location on Elizabeth Ave outside of entrance; Kurt Ceresnak oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill: Vans THS1, THS2, IN387 & THSLIFT, Valley Transport, Protrans bus &Taher transport.

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19. that the Board approve payment to Roberta Weiss, teacher, to conduct specialized after-school tutoring, for Student ID #101106, during the 2018-2019 school year, after school for 30 mins., twice a week, not to exceed 32 hours, at the rate of $50.00 per hour, total cost not to exceed $1,600.

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20. 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.

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21. that the Board approve the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, to provide Level 1 services to Students #97759, 103162, 100398, 103688, 93867, at the rate of $1,900 each; to provide Level 2 services to Student #93508 at the rate of $4,500, and to provide Student #100031 with Level 4 services at the rate of $14,300 during the 2018-2019 school year.

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22. that the Board approve the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidated Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq, agreement between the Township of Teaneck, in the County of Bergen and the Teaneck Board of Education located at 1 Merrison Street in collaboration with the Office of Emergency Management Solutions (OEM) for the provision providing emergency reception center at all school Facilities.

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23. that the Board approve payment of $3,351.46 to Claire Scarano for 70.5 after-work hours performed during the months of January 2017 thru March 2017 prior to her official retirement on March 31, 2017. Payment will be drawn from the balance in the Teaneck Women Train and Work program.

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24. that the Board approve the CHA Design/Construction solutions at 1639 Route 10 East, Suite 63, Parsippany, NJ 07054 as the ESIP Engineers for the 2018-2019 school year.

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25. that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #103758 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $45,000 for the 2017-2018 school year and attorney’s fees of $5,000. For school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 the District will pay the out-of-district school $45,000 per year.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #97687 and the Teaneck Board of Education for payment of $50,000 for each of the following school years 2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and attorney’s fees of $5,000.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #96279 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $26,000 for each of the following school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #98365 and the Teaneck Board of Education of reimbursement to the Parents of $66,000 for the period February 2018-February 2019.

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26. Whereas the District and the Parents of Student #101236 wish to resolve any and all differences, the parties agree that the District shall pay for an independent psychological evaluation in an amount not to exceed $3,500. In consideration of the settlement of the captioned matter, Petitioners shall release the District from any and all claims, rights and liability, including but not limited to attorney’s costs, or reimbursement for any other placement, program or related service.

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Personnel

PERSONNEL	NOVEMBER 7, 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 appointments for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Esin Sasmaz, Special Education Teacher (Math/Science), at an annual of $80,000 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 8), assigned to Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective October 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Jessi Van Buren, resigned (PC#:10-11-34/bvr).

b. Mary Lorencovitz, Guidance Counselor, at an annual salary of $61,200 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 2), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective November 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Kelvin Reese, resigned (PC#: 10-12-73/ahd).

c. Bettina Peets, Dance Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide BA/Step 9), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Diana Baer, retired, (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

d. Andres Munoz, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 6), assigned to Teaneck High School effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, new position.

e. Falilou Seck, French Teacher, at an annual salary of $66,500 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 2) Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Catherine Dalal, retired (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

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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. Llewelyn Peterkin, General Mechanic, at an annual salary of $47,540 (Maintenance Guide/ Step 2) assigned to Operations and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Brian Taylor. (PC#: 52-16-89/box).

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3.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Goldie Mincowitz, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School medical leave with pay from September 04, 2018 through October 26, 2018, using 36 personal illness days.

b. Randy Allshouse, Secretary, Teaneck High School, unpaid medical leave with no benefits from November 06, 2018 to a date to be determined.

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

a. Erica Cohen, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective December 17, 2018.

b. Trecia Mohan-Soares, Elementary Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective December December 14, 2018.

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5.	that the Board approve the certificated staff transfer of Carole Petit-Bielen, French Teacher at Thomas Jefferson Middle School (PC#: 10-11-06/cdr) to French Teacher at Teaneck High School (PC#: 10-12-06/cdy), effective on a date to be determined.

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6.	that the Board approve the following teachers serving as teacher mentor to provisional certified novice teachers as required under the New Jersey Department of Education Provisional Teacher Process:

Novice Teacher a. Amanda Detrick
b. Shanice Jackson

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Mentor Teacher Merin Matarazzo
Eileen Mursch

School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 13, 2018 through October 26, 2018, payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form each pay date, employees will receive payment on subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Summer Pirro b. Sharon Bellin
c. Sunleatha Carter d. Ken Chung

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Subject Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
Mathematics

Rate $60.00 (BA)
$80.00 (MA+32) $90.00 (DOC)
$80.00 (MA+32)

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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12. that the Board acknowledge the Bryant Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergencyschoolbusexit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Bryant School Bus Lane off of Tryon Ave on October 10th 2018; Leslie Abrew oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included inthedrill:Route#6 Buses A, C, D & E Vans V6A, V6B, V6C, BV1, BV2 and 3 – IN199.

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13. that theBoardacknowledge the Whittier Elementary School successfullyconducted its first emergencyschoolbusexitdrill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 7:45 am at the location of Essex Street and West Englewood Avenue on October 17, 2018. Pedro Valdes oversawthedrill and Linda Harrison, Keith Orapello, Janine Lawler, Nina Lioneti, Emily Sloane & Alex Zarate were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were includedinthe drill:Route#4BusesA, B, C,D,E,F; Vans 4A, 4B, 4C& 4D.

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14. that the Board acknowledge the Lowell Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:40 am at the location of Lowell school parking lot on October 5, 2018; Rey Cruz oversaw the drill and Lisa Sgambati, Stacie Dibona, Alexis Ryerson & Zeno Cho were the staff members incharge. Thefollowingbusrouteswereincludedinthedrill:Route#7Buses A, B,C,D & EVansLV1,LV2,&LV3.

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15. that the Board acknowledge the Hawthorne Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:27 11.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Lucy Avenue on October 3, 2018; Emilio Jennette & Danielle Amato oversaw the drill and Maria Garvia Iglesias, Julianne Boyle, Amber Halpern, RanishaMcClendon, Rahena Loskor,Alberto Despaigne and Shantel Wilson were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill:Route#5BusesA, B, &C Vans5A, 5B, & HV1.

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16. that the Board acknowledge the Benjamin Franklin Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2,at8:15amat the locationof TaftRoadoutsideof the School on October 3rd, 2018; Marina Williams oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The followingbus routeswereincludedinthedrill:VansBF1,BF2, BF3,BF4, andBF5.

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17. that the Board acknowledge the Thomas Jefferson Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:2711.2,at 3:00pmon October 1, 2018, at the location of the Fycke Lane Parking Lot & Salem Street Circle.Enoch Nyamekye oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. Thefollowingbusrouteswere includedinthe drill:VansTJ1,TJ2&TJ3.

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18. that the Board acknowledge the Teaneck High School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 3:00 pm on September 28, 2018 & at 3:00 pm on October 3, 2018 at the location on Elizabeth Ave outside of entrance; Kurt Ceresnak oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill: Vans THS1, THS2, IN387 & THSLIFT, Valley Transport, Protrans bus &Taher transport.

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19. that the Board approve payment to Roberta Weiss, teacher, to conduct specialized after-school tutoring, for Student ID #101106, during the 2018-2019 school year, after school for 30 mins., twice a week, not to exceed 32 hours, at the rate of $50.00 per hour, total cost not to exceed $1,600.

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20. 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.

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21. that the Board approve the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, to provide Level 1 services to Students #97759, 103162, 100398, 103688, 93867, at the rate of $1,900 each; to provide Level 2 services to Student #93508 at the rate of $4,500, and to provide Student #100031 with Level 4 services at the rate of $14,300 during the 2018-2019 school year.

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22. that the Board approve the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidated Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq, agreement between the Township of Teaneck, in the County of Bergen and the Teaneck Board of Education located at 1 Merrison Street in collaboration with the Office of Emergency Management Solutions (OEM) for the provision providing emergency reception center at all school Facilities.

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23. that the Board approve payment of $3,351.46 to Claire Scarano for 70.5 after-work hours performed during the months of January 2017 thru March 2017 prior to her official retirement on March 31, 2017. Payment will be drawn from the balance in the Teaneck Women Train and Work program.

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24. that the Board approve the CHA Design/Construction solutions at 1639 Route 10 East, Suite 63, Parsippany, NJ 07054 as the ESIP Engineers for the 2018-2019 school year.

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25. that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #103758 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $45,000 for the 2017-2018 school year and attorney’s fees of $5,000. For school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 the District will pay the out-of-district school $45,000 per year.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #97687 and the Teaneck Board of Education for payment of $50,000 for each of the following school years 2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and attorney’s fees of $5,000.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #96279 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $26,000 for each of the following school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #98365 and the Teaneck Board of Education of reimbursement to the Parents of $66,000 for the period February 2018-February 2019.

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26. Whereas the District and the Parents of Student #101236 wish to resolve any and all differences, the parties agree that the District shall pay for an independent psychological evaluation in an amount not to exceed $3,500. In consideration of the settlement of the captioned matter, Petitioners shall release the District from any and all claims, rights and liability, including but not limited to attorney’s costs, or reimbursement for any other placement, program or related service.

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Personnel

PERSONNEL	NOVEMBER 7, 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 appointments for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Esin Sasmaz, Special Education Teacher (Math/Science), at an annual of $80,000 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 8), assigned to Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective October 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Jessi Van Buren, resigned (PC#:10-11-34/bvr).

b. Mary Lorencovitz, Guidance Counselor, at an annual salary of $61,200 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 2), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective November 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Kelvin Reese, resigned (PC#: 10-12-73/ahd).

c. Bettina Peets, Dance Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide BA/Step 9), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Diana Baer, retired, (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

d. Andres Munoz, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 6), assigned to Teaneck High School effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, new position.

e. Falilou Seck, French Teacher, at an annual salary of $66,500 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 2) Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Catherine Dalal, retired (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

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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. Llewelyn Peterkin, General Mechanic, at an annual salary of $47,540 (Maintenance Guide/ Step 2) assigned to Operations and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Brian Taylor. (PC#: 52-16-89/box).

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3.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Goldie Mincowitz, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School medical leave with pay from September 04, 2018 through October 26, 2018, using 36 personal illness days.

b. Randy Allshouse, Secretary, Teaneck High School, unpaid medical leave with no benefits from November 06, 2018 to a date to be determined.

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

a. Erica Cohen, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective December 17, 2018.

b. Trecia Mohan-Soares, Elementary Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective December December 14, 2018.

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5.	that the Board approve the certificated staff transfer of Carole Petit-Bielen, French Teacher at Thomas Jefferson Middle School (PC#: 10-11-06/cdr) to French Teacher at Teaneck High School (PC#: 10-12-06/cdy), effective on a date to be determined.

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6.	that the Board approve the following teachers serving as teacher mentor to provisional certified novice teachers as required under the New Jersey Department of Education Provisional Teacher Process:

Novice Teacher a. Amanda Detrick
b. Shanice Jackson

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Mentor Teacher Merin Matarazzo
Eileen Mursch

School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 13, 2018 through October 26, 2018, payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form each pay date, employees will receive payment on subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Summer Pirro b. Sharon Bellin
c. Sunleatha Carter d. Ken Chung

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Subject Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
Mathematics

Rate $60.00 (BA)
$80.00 (MA+32) $90.00 (DOC)
$80.00 (MA+32)

8.	that the Board approve payment to the following non-tenured instructional staff for participating in a four hour Saturday Foundation Training session on September 15, 2018, in an amount not to exceed $200 each:

a. Maria Garcia-Iglesias b. Amanda Maikisch

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9.	that the Board approve Maria Garcia-Iglesias on the list of Home Instructors to be employed, on an as needed basis, at $50.00 per hour, during the 2018-2019 school year.

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10. that the Board approves the following Student Teacher Practicum assignment, for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Jasmine Williams, Montclair State University, assigned to Whittier Elementary School from November 21, 2018 to December 17, 2018.

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11. that the Board approve the following Fairleigh Dickinson University students for the 2018-2019 school year, pending criminal criminal history review and medical clearance:

a. Corey Zeller b. Amy Caruso c. Libby Bell
d. Maciej Autuch e. Julia Shea
f. Moric Budinsky g. Adam Frank
h. Amanda Fitzgerald i. Natalia Toby

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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12. that the Board acknowledge the Bryant Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergencyschoolbusexit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Bryant School Bus Lane off of Tryon Ave on October 10th 2018; Leslie Abrew oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included inthedrill:Route#6 Buses A, C, D & E Vans V6A, V6B, V6C, BV1, BV2 and 3 – IN199.

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13. that theBoardacknowledge the Whittier Elementary School successfullyconducted its first emergencyschoolbusexitdrill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 7:45 am at the location of Essex Street and West Englewood Avenue on October 17, 2018. Pedro Valdes oversawthedrill and Linda Harrison, Keith Orapello, Janine Lawler, Nina Lioneti, Emily Sloane & Alex Zarate were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were includedinthe drill:Route#4BusesA, B, C,D,E,F; Vans 4A, 4B, 4C& 4D.

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14. that the Board acknowledge the Lowell Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:40 am at the location of Lowell school parking lot on October 5, 2018; Rey Cruz oversaw the drill and Lisa Sgambati, Stacie Dibona, Alexis Ryerson & Zeno Cho were the staff members incharge. Thefollowingbusrouteswereincludedinthedrill:Route#7Buses A, B,C,D & EVansLV1,LV2,&LV3.

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15. that the Board acknowledge the Hawthorne Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:27 11.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Lucy Avenue on October 3, 2018; Emilio Jennette & Danielle Amato oversaw the drill and Maria Garvia Iglesias, Julianne Boyle, Amber Halpern, RanishaMcClendon, Rahena Loskor,Alberto Despaigne and Shantel Wilson were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill:Route#5BusesA, B, &C Vans5A, 5B, & HV1.

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16. that the Board acknowledge the Benjamin Franklin Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2,at8:15amat the locationof TaftRoadoutsideof the School on October 3rd, 2018; Marina Williams oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The followingbus routeswereincludedinthedrill:VansBF1,BF2, BF3,BF4, andBF5.

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17. that the Board acknowledge the Thomas Jefferson Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:2711.2,at 3:00pmon October 1, 2018, at the location of the Fycke Lane Parking Lot & Salem Street Circle.Enoch Nyamekye oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. Thefollowingbusrouteswere includedinthe drill:VansTJ1,TJ2&TJ3.

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18. that the Board acknowledge the Teaneck High School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 3:00 pm on September 28, 2018 & at 3:00 pm on October 3, 2018 at the location on Elizabeth Ave outside of entrance; Kurt Ceresnak oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill: Vans THS1, THS2, IN387 & THSLIFT, Valley Transport, Protrans bus &Taher transport.

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19. that the Board approve payment to Roberta Weiss, teacher, to conduct specialized after-school tutoring, for Student ID #101106, during the 2018-2019 school year, after school for 30 mins., twice a week, not to exceed 32 hours, at the rate of $50.00 per hour, total cost not to exceed $1,600.

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20. 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.

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21. that the Board approve the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, to provide Level 1 services to Students #97759, 103162, 100398, 103688, 93867, at the rate of $1,900 each; to provide Level 2 services to Student #93508 at the rate of $4,500, and to provide Student #100031 with Level 4 services at the rate of $14,300 during the 2018-2019 school year.

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22. that the Board approve the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidated Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq, agreement between the Township of Teaneck, in the County of Bergen and the Teaneck Board of Education located at 1 Merrison Street in collaboration with the Office of Emergency Management Solutions (OEM) for the provision providing emergency reception center at all school Facilities.

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23. that the Board approve payment of $3,351.46 to Claire Scarano for 70.5 after-work hours performed during the months of January 2017 thru March 2017 prior to her official retirement on March 31, 2017. Payment will be drawn from the balance in the Teaneck Women Train and Work program.

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24. that the Board approve the CHA Design/Construction solutions at 1639 Route 10 East, Suite 63, Parsippany, NJ 07054 as the ESIP Engineers for the 2018-2019 school year.

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25. that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #103758 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $45,000 for the 2017-2018 school year and attorney’s fees of $5,000. For school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 the District will pay the out-of-district school $45,000 per year.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #97687 and the Teaneck Board of Education for payment of $50,000 for each of the following school years 2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and attorney’s fees of $5,000.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #96279 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $26,000 for each of the following school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #98365 and the Teaneck Board of Education of reimbursement to the Parents of $66,000 for the period February 2018-February 2019.

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26. Whereas the District and the Parents of Student #101236 wish to resolve any and all differences, the parties agree that the District shall pay for an independent psychological evaluation in an amount not to exceed $3,500. In consideration of the settlement of the captioned matter, Petitioners shall release the District from any and all claims, rights and liability, including but not limited to attorney’s costs, or reimbursement for any other placement, program or related service.

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Personnel

PERSONNEL	NOVEMBER 7, 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 appointments for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Esin Sasmaz, Special Education Teacher (Math/Science), at an annual of $80,000 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 8), assigned to Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective October 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Jessi Van Buren, resigned (PC#:10-11-34/bvr).

b. Mary Lorencovitz, Guidance Counselor, at an annual salary of $61,200 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 2), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective November 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Kelvin Reese, resigned (PC#: 10-12-73/ahd).

c. Bettina Peets, Dance Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide BA/Step 9), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Diana Baer, retired, (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

d. Andres Munoz, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 6), assigned to Teaneck High School effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, new position.

e. Falilou Seck, French Teacher, at an annual salary of $66,500 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 2) Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Catherine Dalal, retired (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

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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. Llewelyn Peterkin, General Mechanic, at an annual salary of $47,540 (Maintenance Guide/ Step 2) assigned to Operations and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Brian Taylor. (PC#: 52-16-89/box).

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3.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Goldie Mincowitz, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School medical leave with pay from September 04, 2018 through October 26, 2018, using 36 personal illness days.

b. Randy Allshouse, Secretary, Teaneck High School, unpaid medical leave with no benefits from November 06, 2018 to a date to be determined.

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

a. Erica Cohen, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective December 17, 2018.

b. Trecia Mohan-Soares, Elementary Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective December December 14, 2018.

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5.	that the Board approve the certificated staff transfer of Carole Petit-Bielen, French Teacher at Thomas Jefferson Middle School (PC#: 10-11-06/cdr) to French Teacher at Teaneck High School (PC#: 10-12-06/cdy), effective on a date to be determined.

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6.	that the Board approve the following teachers serving as teacher mentor to provisional certified novice teachers as required under the New Jersey Department of Education Provisional Teacher Process:

Novice Teacher a. Amanda Detrick
b. Shanice Jackson

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Mentor Teacher Merin Matarazzo
Eileen Mursch

School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 13, 2018 through October 26, 2018, payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form each pay date, employees will receive payment on subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Summer Pirro b. Sharon Bellin
c. Sunleatha Carter d. Ken Chung

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Subject Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
Mathematics

Rate $60.00 (BA)
$80.00 (MA+32) $90.00 (DOC)
$80.00 (MA+32)

8.	that the Board approve payment to the following non-tenured instructional staff for participating in a four hour Saturday Foundation Training session on September 15, 2018, in an amount not to exceed $200 each:

a. Maria Garcia-Iglesias b. Amanda Maikisch

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9.	that the Board approve Maria Garcia-Iglesias on the list of Home Instructors to be employed, on an as needed basis, at $50.00 per hour, during the 2018-2019 school year.

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10. that the Board approves the following Student Teacher Practicum assignment, for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Jasmine Williams, Montclair State University, assigned to Whittier Elementary School from November 21, 2018 to December 17, 2018.

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11. that the Board approve the following Fairleigh Dickinson University students for the 2018-2019 school year, pending criminal criminal history review and medical clearance:

a. Corey Zeller b. Amy Caruso c. Libby Bell
d. Maciej Autuch e. Julia Shea
f. Moric Budinsky g. Adam Frank
h. Amanda Fitzgerald i. Natalia Toby

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12. that the Board approve payment to the following teachers (pending student enrollment) for conducting an After-School Reading & Mathematics Support Program at Hawthorne School from December 04, 2018 through March 28, 2019 for each Tuesday and Thursday. The following certificated staff to be paid at the contractual rate of $50/hour.

Title I Funded Program:

11 Instructional Positions: (Six (6) instructors up to 30 hours at $50/hour, totaling $9,000) (Five (5) instructors serving as bus/walker proctors 37.5 hours at $50/hour, totaling $9,375) Total Cost = $18,375:

a. Deborah Nicotera b. Amber Halpern
c. Tawana Smith d. Jemara Blount e. Kara Lindner f. Betty Garcia
g. Amanda Meller

h. Stephanie McKee i. Colette Brantley
j. Saundra Warren-Givens k. Michele DiLullo

Total Program Cost: $18,375.00 a

13. that the Board approve the following per diem substitute teachers for the 2018-2019 school year, at a rate of $120 per day, pending criminal history review:

a. Fazal Aslam b. Dalia Cohen
c. I'india Davenport d. Inez Johnson
e. Michelle McMillan f. Rhona Vega
g. Tyler Williams

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14. that the Board approve the following substitute custodian for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Lancewell Lawrence a

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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12. that the Board acknowledge the Bryant Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergencyschoolbusexit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Bryant School Bus Lane off of Tryon Ave on October 10th 2018; Leslie Abrew oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included inthedrill:Route#6 Buses A, C, D & E Vans V6A, V6B, V6C, BV1, BV2 and 3 – IN199.

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13. that theBoardacknowledge the Whittier Elementary School successfullyconducted its first emergencyschoolbusexitdrill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 7:45 am at the location of Essex Street and West Englewood Avenue on October 17, 2018. Pedro Valdes oversawthedrill and Linda Harrison, Keith Orapello, Janine Lawler, Nina Lioneti, Emily Sloane & Alex Zarate were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were includedinthe drill:Route#4BusesA, B, C,D,E,F; Vans 4A, 4B, 4C& 4D.

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14. that the Board acknowledge the Lowell Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:40 am at the location of Lowell school parking lot on October 5, 2018; Rey Cruz oversaw the drill and Lisa Sgambati, Stacie Dibona, Alexis Ryerson & Zeno Cho were the staff members incharge. Thefollowingbusrouteswereincludedinthedrill:Route#7Buses A, B,C,D & EVansLV1,LV2,&LV3.

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15. that the Board acknowledge the Hawthorne Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:27 11.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Lucy Avenue on October 3, 2018; Emilio Jennette & Danielle Amato oversaw the drill and Maria Garvia Iglesias, Julianne Boyle, Amber Halpern, RanishaMcClendon, Rahena Loskor,Alberto Despaigne and Shantel Wilson were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill:Route#5BusesA, B, &C Vans5A, 5B, & HV1.

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16. that the Board acknowledge the Benjamin Franklin Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2,at8:15amat the locationof TaftRoadoutsideof the School on October 3rd, 2018; Marina Williams oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The followingbus routeswereincludedinthedrill:VansBF1,BF2, BF3,BF4, andBF5.

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17. that the Board acknowledge the Thomas Jefferson Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:2711.2,at 3:00pmon October 1, 2018, at the location of the Fycke Lane Parking Lot & Salem Street Circle.Enoch Nyamekye oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. Thefollowingbusrouteswere includedinthe drill:VansTJ1,TJ2&TJ3.

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18. that the Board acknowledge the Teaneck High School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 3:00 pm on September 28, 2018 & at 3:00 pm on October 3, 2018 at the location on Elizabeth Ave outside of entrance; Kurt Ceresnak oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill: Vans THS1, THS2, IN387 & THSLIFT, Valley Transport, Protrans bus &Taher transport.

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19. that the Board approve payment to Roberta Weiss, teacher, to conduct specialized after-school tutoring, for Student ID #101106, during the 2018-2019 school year, after school for 30 mins., twice a week, not to exceed 32 hours, at the rate of $50.00 per hour, total cost not to exceed $1,600.

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20. 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.

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21. that the Board approve the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, to provide Level 1 services to Students #97759, 103162, 100398, 103688, 93867, at the rate of $1,900 each; to provide Level 2 services to Student #93508 at the rate of $4,500, and to provide Student #100031 with Level 4 services at the rate of $14,300 during the 2018-2019 school year.

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22. that the Board approve the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidated Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq, agreement between the Township of Teaneck, in the County of Bergen and the Teaneck Board of Education located at 1 Merrison Street in collaboration with the Office of Emergency Management Solutions (OEM) for the provision providing emergency reception center at all school Facilities.

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23. that the Board approve payment of $3,351.46 to Claire Scarano for 70.5 after-work hours performed during the months of January 2017 thru March 2017 prior to her official retirement on March 31, 2017. Payment will be drawn from the balance in the Teaneck Women Train and Work program.

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24. that the Board approve the CHA Design/Construction solutions at 1639 Route 10 East, Suite 63, Parsippany, NJ 07054 as the ESIP Engineers for the 2018-2019 school year.

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25. that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #103758 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $45,000 for the 2017-2018 school year and attorney’s fees of $5,000. For school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 the District will pay the out-of-district school $45,000 per year.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #97687 and the Teaneck Board of Education for payment of $50,000 for each of the following school years 2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and attorney’s fees of $5,000.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #96279 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $26,000 for each of the following school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #98365 and the Teaneck Board of Education of reimbursement to the Parents of $66,000 for the period February 2018-February 2019.

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26. Whereas the District and the Parents of Student #101236 wish to resolve any and all differences, the parties agree that the District shall pay for an independent psychological evaluation in an amount not to exceed $3,500. In consideration of the settlement of the captioned matter, Petitioners shall release the District from any and all claims, rights and liability, including but not limited to attorney’s costs, or reimbursement for any other placement, program or related service.

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Personnel

PERSONNEL	NOVEMBER 7, 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 appointments for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Esin Sasmaz, Special Education Teacher (Math/Science), at an annual of $80,000 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 8), assigned to Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective October 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Jessi Van Buren, resigned (PC#:10-11-34/bvr).

b. Mary Lorencovitz, Guidance Counselor, at an annual salary of $61,200 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 2), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective November 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Kelvin Reese, resigned (PC#: 10-12-73/ahd).

c. Bettina Peets, Dance Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide BA/Step 9), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Diana Baer, retired, (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

d. Andres Munoz, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 6), assigned to Teaneck High School effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, new position.

e. Falilou Seck, French Teacher, at an annual salary of $66,500 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 2) Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Catherine Dalal, retired (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

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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. Llewelyn Peterkin, General Mechanic, at an annual salary of $47,540 (Maintenance Guide/ Step 2) assigned to Operations and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Brian Taylor. (PC#: 52-16-89/box).

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3.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Goldie Mincowitz, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School medical leave with pay from September 04, 2018 through October 26, 2018, using 36 personal illness days.

b. Randy Allshouse, Secretary, Teaneck High School, unpaid medical leave with no benefits from November 06, 2018 to a date to be determined.

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

a. Erica Cohen, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective December 17, 2018.

b. Trecia Mohan-Soares, Elementary Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective December December 14, 2018.

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5.	that the Board approve the certificated staff transfer of Carole Petit-Bielen, French Teacher at Thomas Jefferson Middle School (PC#: 10-11-06/cdr) to French Teacher at Teaneck High School (PC#: 10-12-06/cdy), effective on a date to be determined.

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6.	that the Board approve the following teachers serving as teacher mentor to provisional certified novice teachers as required under the New Jersey Department of Education Provisional Teacher Process:

Novice Teacher a. Amanda Detrick
b. Shanice Jackson

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Mentor Teacher Merin Matarazzo
Eileen Mursch

School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 13, 2018 through October 26, 2018, payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form each pay date, employees will receive payment on subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Summer Pirro b. Sharon Bellin
c. Sunleatha Carter d. Ken Chung

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Subject Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
Mathematics

Rate $60.00 (BA)
$80.00 (MA+32) $90.00 (DOC)
$80.00 (MA+32)

8.	that the Board approve payment to the following non-tenured instructional staff for participating in a four hour Saturday Foundation Training session on September 15, 2018, in an amount not to exceed $200 each:

a. Maria Garcia-Iglesias b. Amanda Maikisch

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9.	that the Board approve Maria Garcia-Iglesias on the list of Home Instructors to be employed, on an as needed basis, at $50.00 per hour, during the 2018-2019 school year.

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10. that the Board approves the following Student Teacher Practicum assignment, for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Jasmine Williams, Montclair State University, assigned to Whittier Elementary School from November 21, 2018 to December 17, 2018.

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11. that the Board approve the following Fairleigh Dickinson University students for the 2018-2019 school year, pending criminal criminal history review and medical clearance:

a. Corey Zeller b. Amy Caruso c. Libby Bell
d. Maciej Autuch e. Julia Shea
f. Moric Budinsky g. Adam Frank
h. Amanda Fitzgerald i. Natalia Toby

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12. that the Board approve payment to the following teachers (pending student enrollment) for conducting an After-School Reading & Mathematics Support Program at Hawthorne School from December 04, 2018 through March 28, 2019 for each Tuesday and Thursday. The following certificated staff to be paid at the contractual rate of $50/hour.

Title I Funded Program:

11 Instructional Positions: (Six (6) instructors up to 30 hours at $50/hour, totaling $9,000) (Five (5) instructors serving as bus/walker proctors 37.5 hours at $50/hour, totaling $9,375) Total Cost = $18,375:

a. Deborah Nicotera b. Amber Halpern
c. Tawana Smith d. Jemara Blount e. Kara Lindner f. Betty Garcia
g. Amanda Meller

h. Stephanie McKee i. Colette Brantley
j. Saundra Warren-Givens k. Michele DiLullo

Total Program Cost: $18,375.00 a

13. that the Board approve the following per diem substitute teachers for the 2018-2019 school year, at a rate of $120 per day, pending criminal history review:

a. Fazal Aslam b. Dalia Cohen
c. I'india Davenport d. Inez Johnson
e. Michelle McMillan f. Rhona Vega
g. Tyler Williams

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14. that the Board approve the following substitute custodian for the 2018-2019 school year:

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15. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Hawthorne Elementary School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Amber Halpern

b. Amanda Meller

Activity Safety Patrol
Safety Patrol

Stipend Amount $273
$273

c. Jemara Blount     Breakfast Club $623 d. Suzanne O'toole Breakfast Club $623

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16. that the Board approves the following Extra Pay for Extra Assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Teaneck High School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract.

Staff Member

a. Jean McVerry

Activity

Drama - Technical Director

Stipend Amount

$1,764

b. Eileen Hillman Yearbook Business Advisor $2,473 c. Daniel Olender Model UN                              $2,000

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17. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Danielle Lawlor

Activity

Physical Education Intramurals (B/G)

Stipend Amount

$1,758.80

b. Matthew Green c. Glen Mezzatesta d. George Prepis
e. Tracy Wells

Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80 Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80 Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80
Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80

f. Joey Hochgesang g. Molly Neff
h. Joey Hochgesang i. Molly Neff
j. Brittany Eisele

Chorus 5th & 6th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 5th & 6th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 7th & 8th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 7th & 8th Grade	$1,047
Visual Arts	$2,388

k.Sue Luckman Jacobs Publicity	$621

l. Terrie Roberts m. Nina Odood n. Susan Reis
o. Joanne Appel

Library Council	$731 Drama Assistant Director	$731 Treasurer	$1,194
Treasurer	$1,194

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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
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Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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12. that the Board acknowledge the Bryant Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergencyschoolbusexit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Bryant School Bus Lane off of Tryon Ave on October 10th 2018; Leslie Abrew oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included inthedrill:Route#6 Buses A, C, D & E Vans V6A, V6B, V6C, BV1, BV2 and 3 – IN199.

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13. that theBoardacknowledge the Whittier Elementary School successfullyconducted its first emergencyschoolbusexitdrill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 7:45 am at the location of Essex Street and West Englewood Avenue on October 17, 2018. Pedro Valdes oversawthedrill and Linda Harrison, Keith Orapello, Janine Lawler, Nina Lioneti, Emily Sloane & Alex Zarate were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were includedinthe drill:Route#4BusesA, B, C,D,E,F; Vans 4A, 4B, 4C& 4D.

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14. that the Board acknowledge the Lowell Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:40 am at the location of Lowell school parking lot on October 5, 2018; Rey Cruz oversaw the drill and Lisa Sgambati, Stacie Dibona, Alexis Ryerson & Zeno Cho were the staff members incharge. Thefollowingbusrouteswereincludedinthedrill:Route#7Buses A, B,C,D & EVansLV1,LV2,&LV3.

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15. that the Board acknowledge the Hawthorne Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:27 11.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Lucy Avenue on October 3, 2018; Emilio Jennette & Danielle Amato oversaw the drill and Maria Garvia Iglesias, Julianne Boyle, Amber Halpern, RanishaMcClendon, Rahena Loskor,Alberto Despaigne and Shantel Wilson were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill:Route#5BusesA, B, &C Vans5A, 5B, & HV1.

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16. that the Board acknowledge the Benjamin Franklin Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2,at8:15amat the locationof TaftRoadoutsideof the School on October 3rd, 2018; Marina Williams oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The followingbus routeswereincludedinthedrill:VansBF1,BF2, BF3,BF4, andBF5.

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17. that the Board acknowledge the Thomas Jefferson Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:2711.2,at 3:00pmon October 1, 2018, at the location of the Fycke Lane Parking Lot & Salem Street Circle.Enoch Nyamekye oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. Thefollowingbusrouteswere includedinthe drill:VansTJ1,TJ2&TJ3.

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18. that the Board acknowledge the Teaneck High School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 3:00 pm on September 28, 2018 & at 3:00 pm on October 3, 2018 at the location on Elizabeth Ave outside of entrance; Kurt Ceresnak oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill: Vans THS1, THS2, IN387 & THSLIFT, Valley Transport, Protrans bus &Taher transport.

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19. that the Board approve payment to Roberta Weiss, teacher, to conduct specialized after-school tutoring, for Student ID #101106, during the 2018-2019 school year, after school for 30 mins., twice a week, not to exceed 32 hours, at the rate of $50.00 per hour, total cost not to exceed $1,600.

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20. 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.

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21. that the Board approve the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, to provide Level 1 services to Students #97759, 103162, 100398, 103688, 93867, at the rate of $1,900 each; to provide Level 2 services to Student #93508 at the rate of $4,500, and to provide Student #100031 with Level 4 services at the rate of $14,300 during the 2018-2019 school year.

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22. that the Board approve the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidated Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq, agreement between the Township of Teaneck, in the County of Bergen and the Teaneck Board of Education located at 1 Merrison Street in collaboration with the Office of Emergency Management Solutions (OEM) for the provision providing emergency reception center at all school Facilities.

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23. that the Board approve payment of $3,351.46 to Claire Scarano for 70.5 after-work hours performed during the months of January 2017 thru March 2017 prior to her official retirement on March 31, 2017. Payment will be drawn from the balance in the Teaneck Women Train and Work program.

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24. that the Board approve the CHA Design/Construction solutions at 1639 Route 10 East, Suite 63, Parsippany, NJ 07054 as the ESIP Engineers for the 2018-2019 school year.

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25. that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #103758 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $45,000 for the 2017-2018 school year and attorney’s fees of $5,000. For school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 the District will pay the out-of-district school $45,000 per year.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #97687 and the Teaneck Board of Education for payment of $50,000 for each of the following school years 2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and attorney’s fees of $5,000.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #96279 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $26,000 for each of the following school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #98365 and the Teaneck Board of Education of reimbursement to the Parents of $66,000 for the period February 2018-February 2019.

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26. Whereas the District and the Parents of Student #101236 wish to resolve any and all differences, the parties agree that the District shall pay for an independent psychological evaluation in an amount not to exceed $3,500. In consideration of the settlement of the captioned matter, Petitioners shall release the District from any and all claims, rights and liability, including but not limited to attorney’s costs, or reimbursement for any other placement, program or related service.

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Personnel

PERSONNEL	NOVEMBER 7, 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 appointments for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Esin Sasmaz, Special Education Teacher (Math/Science), at an annual of $80,000 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 8), assigned to Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective October 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Jessi Van Buren, resigned (PC#:10-11-34/bvr).

b. Mary Lorencovitz, Guidance Counselor, at an annual salary of $61,200 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 2), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective November 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Kelvin Reese, resigned (PC#: 10-12-73/ahd).

c. Bettina Peets, Dance Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide BA/Step 9), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Diana Baer, retired, (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

d. Andres Munoz, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 6), assigned to Teaneck High School effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, new position.

e. Falilou Seck, French Teacher, at an annual salary of $66,500 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 2) Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Catherine Dalal, retired (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

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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. Llewelyn Peterkin, General Mechanic, at an annual salary of $47,540 (Maintenance Guide/ Step 2) assigned to Operations and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Brian Taylor. (PC#: 52-16-89/box).

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3.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Goldie Mincowitz, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School medical leave with pay from September 04, 2018 through October 26, 2018, using 36 personal illness days.

b. Randy Allshouse, Secretary, Teaneck High School, unpaid medical leave with no benefits from November 06, 2018 to a date to be determined.

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

a. Erica Cohen, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective December 17, 2018.

b. Trecia Mohan-Soares, Elementary Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective December December 14, 2018.

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5.	that the Board approve the certificated staff transfer of Carole Petit-Bielen, French Teacher at Thomas Jefferson Middle School (PC#: 10-11-06/cdr) to French Teacher at Teaneck High School (PC#: 10-12-06/cdy), effective on a date to be determined.

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6.	that the Board approve the following teachers serving as teacher mentor to provisional certified novice teachers as required under the New Jersey Department of Education Provisional Teacher Process:

Novice Teacher a. Amanda Detrick
b. Shanice Jackson

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Mentor Teacher Merin Matarazzo
Eileen Mursch

School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 13, 2018 through October 26, 2018, payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form each pay date, employees will receive payment on subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Summer Pirro b. Sharon Bellin
c. Sunleatha Carter d. Ken Chung

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Subject Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
Mathematics

Rate $60.00 (BA)
$80.00 (MA+32) $90.00 (DOC)
$80.00 (MA+32)

8.	that the Board approve payment to the following non-tenured instructional staff for participating in a four hour Saturday Foundation Training session on September 15, 2018, in an amount not to exceed $200 each:

a. Maria Garcia-Iglesias b. Amanda Maikisch

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9.	that the Board approve Maria Garcia-Iglesias on the list of Home Instructors to be employed, on an as needed basis, at $50.00 per hour, during the 2018-2019 school year.

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10. that the Board approves the following Student Teacher Practicum assignment, for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Jasmine Williams, Montclair State University, assigned to Whittier Elementary School from November 21, 2018 to December 17, 2018.

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11. that the Board approve the following Fairleigh Dickinson University students for the 2018-2019 school year, pending criminal criminal history review and medical clearance:

a. Corey Zeller b. Amy Caruso c. Libby Bell
d. Maciej Autuch e. Julia Shea
f. Moric Budinsky g. Adam Frank
h. Amanda Fitzgerald i. Natalia Toby

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12. that the Board approve payment to the following teachers (pending student enrollment) for conducting an After-School Reading & Mathematics Support Program at Hawthorne School from December 04, 2018 through March 28, 2019 for each Tuesday and Thursday. The following certificated staff to be paid at the contractual rate of $50/hour.

Title I Funded Program:

11 Instructional Positions: (Six (6) instructors up to 30 hours at $50/hour, totaling $9,000) (Five (5) instructors serving as bus/walker proctors 37.5 hours at $50/hour, totaling $9,375) Total Cost = $18,375:

a. Deborah Nicotera b. Amber Halpern
c. Tawana Smith d. Jemara Blount e. Kara Lindner f. Betty Garcia
g. Amanda Meller

h. Stephanie McKee i. Colette Brantley
j. Saundra Warren-Givens k. Michele DiLullo

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13. that the Board approve the following per diem substitute teachers for the 2018-2019 school year, at a rate of $120 per day, pending criminal history review:

a. Fazal Aslam b. Dalia Cohen
c. I'india Davenport d. Inez Johnson
e. Michelle McMillan f. Rhona Vega
g. Tyler Williams

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14. that the Board approve the following substitute custodian for the 2018-2019 school year:

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15. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Hawthorne Elementary School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Amber Halpern

b. Amanda Meller

Activity Safety Patrol
Safety Patrol

Stipend Amount $273
$273

c. Jemara Blount     Breakfast Club $623 d. Suzanne O'toole Breakfast Club $623

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16. that the Board approves the following Extra Pay for Extra Assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Teaneck High School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract.

Staff Member

a. Jean McVerry

Activity

Drama - Technical Director

Stipend Amount

$1,764

b. Eileen Hillman Yearbook Business Advisor $2,473 c. Daniel Olender Model UN                              $2,000

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17. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Danielle Lawlor

Activity

Physical Education Intramurals (B/G)

Stipend Amount

$1,758.80

b. Matthew Green c. Glen Mezzatesta d. George Prepis
e. Tracy Wells

Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80 Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80 Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80
Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80

f. Joey Hochgesang g. Molly Neff
h. Joey Hochgesang i. Molly Neff
j. Brittany Eisele

Chorus 5th & 6th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 5th & 6th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 7th & 8th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 7th & 8th Grade	$1,047
Visual Arts	$2,388

k.Sue Luckman Jacobs Publicity	$621

l. Terrie Roberts m. Nina Odood n. Susan Reis
o. Joanne Appel

Library Council	$731 Drama Assistant Director	$731 Treasurer	$1,194
Treasurer	$1,194

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18. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Benjamin Franklin Middle School, stipend in accordance with TTEA Contract:

a. Jessie Gorant, National Junior Honor Society, stipend amount $1,864. a

19. that the Board approve the following winter coaches for the 2018-2019 school year:

Name

a. Daniel Jones b. Tim Lynch
c. Troy Roberts

d. Jessica Ruffin

Assignment

Assistant Coach Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Boys Basketball
Assistant Coach Girls Basketball

Stipend Amount $5,661.00 $5,661.00 $5,661.00
$5,661.00

e. Sarah Duffy Lawrence Head Coach Fencing	$6,795.00

f. Danielle Jones

g. Krystal Jones

Assistant Coach Fencing

Volunteer Coach Fencing

$4,529.00

No Pay

h. Daniel Henry                 Asst. Coach Indoor Track Boys & Girls $4,529.00 i. Daniel Henry                  Assistant Coach Girls Track                  $5,661.00

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20. that the Board approve Geri Stack, for serving as Web Content Manager, during the 2018-2019 school year, from September 01, 2018 through August 31, 2019, stipend amount $3,600.

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21. that the Board approve the appointment of Mickell Taylor, as Middle School Athletics Adviser for the 2018-2019 school year, stipend amount $10,000.

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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
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Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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12. that the Board acknowledge the Bryant Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergencyschoolbusexit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Bryant School Bus Lane off of Tryon Ave on October 10th 2018; Leslie Abrew oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included inthedrill:Route#6 Buses A, C, D & E Vans V6A, V6B, V6C, BV1, BV2 and 3 – IN199.

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13. that theBoardacknowledge the Whittier Elementary School successfullyconducted its first emergencyschoolbusexitdrill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 7:45 am at the location of Essex Street and West Englewood Avenue on October 17, 2018. Pedro Valdes oversawthedrill and Linda Harrison, Keith Orapello, Janine Lawler, Nina Lioneti, Emily Sloane & Alex Zarate were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were includedinthe drill:Route#4BusesA, B, C,D,E,F; Vans 4A, 4B, 4C& 4D.

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14. that the Board acknowledge the Lowell Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:40 am at the location of Lowell school parking lot on October 5, 2018; Rey Cruz oversaw the drill and Lisa Sgambati, Stacie Dibona, Alexis Ryerson & Zeno Cho were the staff members incharge. Thefollowingbusrouteswereincludedinthedrill:Route#7Buses A, B,C,D & EVansLV1,LV2,&LV3.

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15. that the Board acknowledge the Hawthorne Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:27 11.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Lucy Avenue on October 3, 2018; Emilio Jennette & Danielle Amato oversaw the drill and Maria Garvia Iglesias, Julianne Boyle, Amber Halpern, RanishaMcClendon, Rahena Loskor,Alberto Despaigne and Shantel Wilson were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill:Route#5BusesA, B, &C Vans5A, 5B, & HV1.

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16. that the Board acknowledge the Benjamin Franklin Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2,at8:15amat the locationof TaftRoadoutsideof the School on October 3rd, 2018; Marina Williams oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The followingbus routeswereincludedinthedrill:VansBF1,BF2, BF3,BF4, andBF5.

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17. that the Board acknowledge the Thomas Jefferson Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:2711.2,at 3:00pmon October 1, 2018, at the location of the Fycke Lane Parking Lot & Salem Street Circle.Enoch Nyamekye oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. Thefollowingbusrouteswere includedinthe drill:VansTJ1,TJ2&TJ3.

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18. that the Board acknowledge the Teaneck High School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 3:00 pm on September 28, 2018 & at 3:00 pm on October 3, 2018 at the location on Elizabeth Ave outside of entrance; Kurt Ceresnak oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill: Vans THS1, THS2, IN387 & THSLIFT, Valley Transport, Protrans bus &Taher transport.

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19. that the Board approve payment to Roberta Weiss, teacher, to conduct specialized after-school tutoring, for Student ID #101106, during the 2018-2019 school year, after school for 30 mins., twice a week, not to exceed 32 hours, at the rate of $50.00 per hour, total cost not to exceed $1,600.

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20. 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.

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21. that the Board approve the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, to provide Level 1 services to Students #97759, 103162, 100398, 103688, 93867, at the rate of $1,900 each; to provide Level 2 services to Student #93508 at the rate of $4,500, and to provide Student #100031 with Level 4 services at the rate of $14,300 during the 2018-2019 school year.

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22. that the Board approve the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidated Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq, agreement between the Township of Teaneck, in the County of Bergen and the Teaneck Board of Education located at 1 Merrison Street in collaboration with the Office of Emergency Management Solutions (OEM) for the provision providing emergency reception center at all school Facilities.

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23. that the Board approve payment of $3,351.46 to Claire Scarano for 70.5 after-work hours performed during the months of January 2017 thru March 2017 prior to her official retirement on March 31, 2017. Payment will be drawn from the balance in the Teaneck Women Train and Work program.

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24. that the Board approve the CHA Design/Construction solutions at 1639 Route 10 East, Suite 63, Parsippany, NJ 07054 as the ESIP Engineers for the 2018-2019 school year.

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25. that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #103758 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $45,000 for the 2017-2018 school year and attorney’s fees of $5,000. For school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 the District will pay the out-of-district school $45,000 per year.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #97687 and the Teaneck Board of Education for payment of $50,000 for each of the following school years 2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and attorney’s fees of $5,000.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #96279 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $26,000 for each of the following school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #98365 and the Teaneck Board of Education of reimbursement to the Parents of $66,000 for the period February 2018-February 2019.

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26. Whereas the District and the Parents of Student #101236 wish to resolve any and all differences, the parties agree that the District shall pay for an independent psychological evaluation in an amount not to exceed $3,500. In consideration of the settlement of the captioned matter, Petitioners shall release the District from any and all claims, rights and liability, including but not limited to attorney’s costs, or reimbursement for any other placement, program or related service.

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Personnel

PERSONNEL	NOVEMBER 7, 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 appointments for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Esin Sasmaz, Special Education Teacher (Math/Science), at an annual of $80,000 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 8), assigned to Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective October 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Jessi Van Buren, resigned (PC#:10-11-34/bvr).

b. Mary Lorencovitz, Guidance Counselor, at an annual salary of $61,200 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 2), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective November 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Kelvin Reese, resigned (PC#: 10-12-73/ahd).

c. Bettina Peets, Dance Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide BA/Step 9), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Diana Baer, retired, (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

d. Andres Munoz, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 6), assigned to Teaneck High School effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, new position.

e. Falilou Seck, French Teacher, at an annual salary of $66,500 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 2) Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Catherine Dalal, retired (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

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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. Llewelyn Peterkin, General Mechanic, at an annual salary of $47,540 (Maintenance Guide/ Step 2) assigned to Operations and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Brian Taylor. (PC#: 52-16-89/box).

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3.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Goldie Mincowitz, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School medical leave with pay from September 04, 2018 through October 26, 2018, using 36 personal illness days.

b. Randy Allshouse, Secretary, Teaneck High School, unpaid medical leave with no benefits from November 06, 2018 to a date to be determined.

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

a. Erica Cohen, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective December 17, 2018.

b. Trecia Mohan-Soares, Elementary Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective December December 14, 2018.

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5.	that the Board approve the certificated staff transfer of Carole Petit-Bielen, French Teacher at Thomas Jefferson Middle School (PC#: 10-11-06/cdr) to French Teacher at Teaneck High School (PC#: 10-12-06/cdy), effective on a date to be determined.

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6.	that the Board approve the following teachers serving as teacher mentor to provisional certified novice teachers as required under the New Jersey Department of Education Provisional Teacher Process:

Novice Teacher a. Amanda Detrick
b. Shanice Jackson

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Mentor Teacher Merin Matarazzo
Eileen Mursch

School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 13, 2018 through October 26, 2018, payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form each pay date, employees will receive payment on subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Summer Pirro b. Sharon Bellin
c. Sunleatha Carter d. Ken Chung

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Subject Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
Mathematics

Rate $60.00 (BA)
$80.00 (MA+32) $90.00 (DOC)
$80.00 (MA+32)

8.	that the Board approve payment to the following non-tenured instructional staff for participating in a four hour Saturday Foundation Training session on September 15, 2018, in an amount not to exceed $200 each:

a. Maria Garcia-Iglesias b. Amanda Maikisch

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9.	that the Board approve Maria Garcia-Iglesias on the list of Home Instructors to be employed, on an as needed basis, at $50.00 per hour, during the 2018-2019 school year.

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10. that the Board approves the following Student Teacher Practicum assignment, for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Jasmine Williams, Montclair State University, assigned to Whittier Elementary School from November 21, 2018 to December 17, 2018.

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11. that the Board approve the following Fairleigh Dickinson University students for the 2018-2019 school year, pending criminal criminal history review and medical clearance:

a. Corey Zeller b. Amy Caruso c. Libby Bell
d. Maciej Autuch e. Julia Shea
f. Moric Budinsky g. Adam Frank
h. Amanda Fitzgerald i. Natalia Toby

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12. that the Board approve payment to the following teachers (pending student enrollment) for conducting an After-School Reading & Mathematics Support Program at Hawthorne School from December 04, 2018 through March 28, 2019 for each Tuesday and Thursday. The following certificated staff to be paid at the contractual rate of $50/hour.

Title I Funded Program:

11 Instructional Positions: (Six (6) instructors up to 30 hours at $50/hour, totaling $9,000) (Five (5) instructors serving as bus/walker proctors 37.5 hours at $50/hour, totaling $9,375) Total Cost = $18,375:

a. Deborah Nicotera b. Amber Halpern
c. Tawana Smith d. Jemara Blount e. Kara Lindner f. Betty Garcia
g. Amanda Meller

h. Stephanie McKee i. Colette Brantley
j. Saundra Warren-Givens k. Michele DiLullo

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13. that the Board approve the following per diem substitute teachers for the 2018-2019 school year, at a rate of $120 per day, pending criminal history review:

a. Fazal Aslam b. Dalia Cohen
c. I'india Davenport d. Inez Johnson
e. Michelle McMillan f. Rhona Vega
g. Tyler Williams

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14. that the Board approve the following substitute custodian for the 2018-2019 school year:

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15. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Hawthorne Elementary School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Amber Halpern

b. Amanda Meller

Activity Safety Patrol
Safety Patrol

Stipend Amount $273
$273

c. Jemara Blount     Breakfast Club $623 d. Suzanne O'toole Breakfast Club $623

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16. that the Board approves the following Extra Pay for Extra Assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Teaneck High School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract.

Staff Member

a. Jean McVerry

Activity

Drama - Technical Director

Stipend Amount

$1,764

b. Eileen Hillman Yearbook Business Advisor $2,473 c. Daniel Olender Model UN                              $2,000

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17. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Danielle Lawlor

Activity

Physical Education Intramurals (B/G)

Stipend Amount

$1,758.80

b. Matthew Green c. Glen Mezzatesta d. George Prepis
e. Tracy Wells

Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80 Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80 Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80
Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80

f. Joey Hochgesang g. Molly Neff
h. Joey Hochgesang i. Molly Neff
j. Brittany Eisele

Chorus 5th & 6th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 5th & 6th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 7th & 8th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 7th & 8th Grade	$1,047
Visual Arts	$2,388

k.Sue Luckman Jacobs Publicity	$621

l. Terrie Roberts m. Nina Odood n. Susan Reis
o. Joanne Appel

Library Council	$731 Drama Assistant Director	$731 Treasurer	$1,194
Treasurer	$1,194

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18. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Benjamin Franklin Middle School, stipend in accordance with TTEA Contract:

a. Jessie Gorant, National Junior Honor Society, stipend amount $1,864. a

19. that the Board approve the following winter coaches for the 2018-2019 school year:

Name

a. Daniel Jones b. Tim Lynch
c. Troy Roberts

d. Jessica Ruffin

Assignment

Assistant Coach Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Boys Basketball
Assistant Coach Girls Basketball

Stipend Amount $5,661.00 $5,661.00 $5,661.00
$5,661.00

e. Sarah Duffy Lawrence Head Coach Fencing	$6,795.00

f. Danielle Jones

g. Krystal Jones

Assistant Coach Fencing

Volunteer Coach Fencing

$4,529.00

No Pay

h. Daniel Henry                 Asst. Coach Indoor Track Boys & Girls $4,529.00 i. Daniel Henry                  Assistant Coach Girls Track                  $5,661.00

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20. that the Board approve Geri Stack, for serving as Web Content Manager, during the 2018-2019 school year, from September 01, 2018 through August 31, 2019, stipend amount $3,600.

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21. that the Board approve the appointment of Mickell Taylor, as Middle School Athletics Adviser for the 2018-2019 school year, stipend amount $10,000.

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22. that the Board approve the following FORUM staff who would serve as chaperones on field trips sponsored by the Teaneck Recreation Department, during the 2018-2019 school year, utilizing substitutes on an as-needed basis:

Substitute staff: Shenijah Curtis, Giannil Hidalgo, Owen Barnes, Yris Acevedo, Yvonne Witter, Youth Development Specialist, TBD.

Field Trip

Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular New York, NY

NBA Basketball
Brooklyn Nets vs. Boston Celtics Barclays Center
Brooklyn, NY

Date

12/03/2018 (Monday)

01/14/2019 (Monday)

Staff

Nick Campestre Owen Barnes

Giannil Hidalgo Shenijah Curtis

NBA Basketball

Barclays Center
Brooklyn Nets vs. Washington Wizards 02/27/2019 Yvonne Witter Brooklyn, NY	(Wednesday) Giannil Hidalgo

Humdinger Paramus, NJ

Medieval Times Lyndhurst, NJ

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03/18/2019 (Monday)

Date to TBD

Shenijah Curtis Yris Acevedo

Yris Acevedo Yvonne Witter

23. that the Board approve the following chaperones/advisors for the Annual Fall Play, November 16, 2018 and November 18, 2018 at 8 pm, November 18, 2018 at 3 pm, at $50 per hour:

a. Lourdes Melendez b. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay c. Mary Lorencovitz

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24. that the Board approve the following chaperones/advisors for the 6th Annual Volleyball Marathon, November 17, 2018 from, 8:30 pm to 2:30 pm, at $50 per hour:

a. Adriana Lagomarsino b. James Lagomarsino c. Charlotte LoSchiavo d. Lance Parham

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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12. that the Board acknowledge the Bryant Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergencyschoolbusexit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Bryant School Bus Lane off of Tryon Ave on October 10th 2018; Leslie Abrew oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included inthedrill:Route#6 Buses A, C, D & E Vans V6A, V6B, V6C, BV1, BV2 and 3 – IN199.

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13. that theBoardacknowledge the Whittier Elementary School successfullyconducted its first emergencyschoolbusexitdrill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 7:45 am at the location of Essex Street and West Englewood Avenue on October 17, 2018. Pedro Valdes oversawthedrill and Linda Harrison, Keith Orapello, Janine Lawler, Nina Lioneti, Emily Sloane & Alex Zarate were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were includedinthe drill:Route#4BusesA, B, C,D,E,F; Vans 4A, 4B, 4C& 4D.

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14. that the Board acknowledge the Lowell Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:40 am at the location of Lowell school parking lot on October 5, 2018; Rey Cruz oversaw the drill and Lisa Sgambati, Stacie Dibona, Alexis Ryerson & Zeno Cho were the staff members incharge. Thefollowingbusrouteswereincludedinthedrill:Route#7Buses A, B,C,D & EVansLV1,LV2,&LV3.

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15. that the Board acknowledge the Hawthorne Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:27 11.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Lucy Avenue on October 3, 2018; Emilio Jennette & Danielle Amato oversaw the drill and Maria Garvia Iglesias, Julianne Boyle, Amber Halpern, RanishaMcClendon, Rahena Loskor,Alberto Despaigne and Shantel Wilson were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill:Route#5BusesA, B, &C Vans5A, 5B, & HV1.

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16. that the Board acknowledge the Benjamin Franklin Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2,at8:15amat the locationof TaftRoadoutsideof the School on October 3rd, 2018; Marina Williams oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The followingbus routeswereincludedinthedrill:VansBF1,BF2, BF3,BF4, andBF5.

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17. that the Board acknowledge the Thomas Jefferson Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:2711.2,at 3:00pmon October 1, 2018, at the location of the Fycke Lane Parking Lot & Salem Street Circle.Enoch Nyamekye oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. Thefollowingbusrouteswere includedinthe drill:VansTJ1,TJ2&TJ3.

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18. that the Board acknowledge the Teaneck High School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 3:00 pm on September 28, 2018 & at 3:00 pm on October 3, 2018 at the location on Elizabeth Ave outside of entrance; Kurt Ceresnak oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill: Vans THS1, THS2, IN387 & THSLIFT, Valley Transport, Protrans bus &Taher transport.

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19. that the Board approve payment to Roberta Weiss, teacher, to conduct specialized after-school tutoring, for Student ID #101106, during the 2018-2019 school year, after school for 30 mins., twice a week, not to exceed 32 hours, at the rate of $50.00 per hour, total cost not to exceed $1,600.

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20. 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.

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21. that the Board approve the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, to provide Level 1 services to Students #97759, 103162, 100398, 103688, 93867, at the rate of $1,900 each; to provide Level 2 services to Student #93508 at the rate of $4,500, and to provide Student #100031 with Level 4 services at the rate of $14,300 during the 2018-2019 school year.

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22. that the Board approve the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidated Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq, agreement between the Township of Teaneck, in the County of Bergen and the Teaneck Board of Education located at 1 Merrison Street in collaboration with the Office of Emergency Management Solutions (OEM) for the provision providing emergency reception center at all school Facilities.

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23. that the Board approve payment of $3,351.46 to Claire Scarano for 70.5 after-work hours performed during the months of January 2017 thru March 2017 prior to her official retirement on March 31, 2017. Payment will be drawn from the balance in the Teaneck Women Train and Work program.

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24. that the Board approve the CHA Design/Construction solutions at 1639 Route 10 East, Suite 63, Parsippany, NJ 07054 as the ESIP Engineers for the 2018-2019 school year.

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25. that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #103758 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $45,000 for the 2017-2018 school year and attorney’s fees of $5,000. For school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 the District will pay the out-of-district school $45,000 per year.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #97687 and the Teaneck Board of Education for payment of $50,000 for each of the following school years 2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and attorney’s fees of $5,000.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #96279 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $26,000 for each of the following school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #98365 and the Teaneck Board of Education of reimbursement to the Parents of $66,000 for the period February 2018-February 2019.

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26. Whereas the District and the Parents of Student #101236 wish to resolve any and all differences, the parties agree that the District shall pay for an independent psychological evaluation in an amount not to exceed $3,500. In consideration of the settlement of the captioned matter, Petitioners shall release the District from any and all claims, rights and liability, including but not limited to attorney’s costs, or reimbursement for any other placement, program or related service.

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Personnel

PERSONNEL	NOVEMBER 7, 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 appointments for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Esin Sasmaz, Special Education Teacher (Math/Science), at an annual of $80,000 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 8), assigned to Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective October 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Jessi Van Buren, resigned (PC#:10-11-34/bvr).

b. Mary Lorencovitz, Guidance Counselor, at an annual salary of $61,200 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 2), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective November 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Kelvin Reese, resigned (PC#: 10-12-73/ahd).

c. Bettina Peets, Dance Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide BA/Step 9), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Diana Baer, retired, (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

d. Andres Munoz, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 6), assigned to Teaneck High School effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, new position.

e. Falilou Seck, French Teacher, at an annual salary of $66,500 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 2) Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Catherine Dalal, retired (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

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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. Llewelyn Peterkin, General Mechanic, at an annual salary of $47,540 (Maintenance Guide/ Step 2) assigned to Operations and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Brian Taylor. (PC#: 52-16-89/box).

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3.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Goldie Mincowitz, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School medical leave with pay from September 04, 2018 through October 26, 2018, using 36 personal illness days.

b. Randy Allshouse, Secretary, Teaneck High School, unpaid medical leave with no benefits from November 06, 2018 to a date to be determined.

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

a. Erica Cohen, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective December 17, 2018.

b. Trecia Mohan-Soares, Elementary Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective December December 14, 2018.

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5.	that the Board approve the certificated staff transfer of Carole Petit-Bielen, French Teacher at Thomas Jefferson Middle School (PC#: 10-11-06/cdr) to French Teacher at Teaneck High School (PC#: 10-12-06/cdy), effective on a date to be determined.

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6.	that the Board approve the following teachers serving as teacher mentor to provisional certified novice teachers as required under the New Jersey Department of Education Provisional Teacher Process:

Novice Teacher a. Amanda Detrick
b. Shanice Jackson

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Mentor Teacher Merin Matarazzo
Eileen Mursch

School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 13, 2018 through October 26, 2018, payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form each pay date, employees will receive payment on subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Summer Pirro b. Sharon Bellin
c. Sunleatha Carter d. Ken Chung

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Subject Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
Mathematics

Rate $60.00 (BA)
$80.00 (MA+32) $90.00 (DOC)
$80.00 (MA+32)

8.	that the Board approve payment to the following non-tenured instructional staff for participating in a four hour Saturday Foundation Training session on September 15, 2018, in an amount not to exceed $200 each:

a. Maria Garcia-Iglesias b. Amanda Maikisch

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9.	that the Board approve Maria Garcia-Iglesias on the list of Home Instructors to be employed, on an as needed basis, at $50.00 per hour, during the 2018-2019 school year.

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10. that the Board approves the following Student Teacher Practicum assignment, for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Jasmine Williams, Montclair State University, assigned to Whittier Elementary School from November 21, 2018 to December 17, 2018.

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11. that the Board approve the following Fairleigh Dickinson University students for the 2018-2019 school year, pending criminal criminal history review and medical clearance:

a. Corey Zeller b. Amy Caruso c. Libby Bell
d. Maciej Autuch e. Julia Shea
f. Moric Budinsky g. Adam Frank
h. Amanda Fitzgerald i. Natalia Toby

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12. that the Board approve payment to the following teachers (pending student enrollment) for conducting an After-School Reading & Mathematics Support Program at Hawthorne School from December 04, 2018 through March 28, 2019 for each Tuesday and Thursday. The following certificated staff to be paid at the contractual rate of $50/hour.

Title I Funded Program:

11 Instructional Positions: (Six (6) instructors up to 30 hours at $50/hour, totaling $9,000) (Five (5) instructors serving as bus/walker proctors 37.5 hours at $50/hour, totaling $9,375) Total Cost = $18,375:

a. Deborah Nicotera b. Amber Halpern
c. Tawana Smith d. Jemara Blount e. Kara Lindner f. Betty Garcia
g. Amanda Meller

h. Stephanie McKee i. Colette Brantley
j. Saundra Warren-Givens k. Michele DiLullo

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13. that the Board approve the following per diem substitute teachers for the 2018-2019 school year, at a rate of $120 per day, pending criminal history review:

a. Fazal Aslam b. Dalia Cohen
c. I'india Davenport d. Inez Johnson
e. Michelle McMillan f. Rhona Vega
g. Tyler Williams

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14. that the Board approve the following substitute custodian for the 2018-2019 school year:

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15. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Hawthorne Elementary School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Amber Halpern

b. Amanda Meller

Activity Safety Patrol
Safety Patrol

Stipend Amount $273
$273

c. Jemara Blount     Breakfast Club $623 d. Suzanne O'toole Breakfast Club $623

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16. that the Board approves the following Extra Pay for Extra Assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Teaneck High School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract.

Staff Member

a. Jean McVerry

Activity

Drama - Technical Director

Stipend Amount

$1,764

b. Eileen Hillman Yearbook Business Advisor $2,473 c. Daniel Olender Model UN                              $2,000

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17. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Danielle Lawlor

Activity

Physical Education Intramurals (B/G)

Stipend Amount

$1,758.80

b. Matthew Green c. Glen Mezzatesta d. George Prepis
e. Tracy Wells

Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80 Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80 Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80
Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80

f. Joey Hochgesang g. Molly Neff
h. Joey Hochgesang i. Molly Neff
j. Brittany Eisele

Chorus 5th & 6th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 5th & 6th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 7th & 8th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 7th & 8th Grade	$1,047
Visual Arts	$2,388

k.Sue Luckman Jacobs Publicity	$621

l. Terrie Roberts m. Nina Odood n. Susan Reis
o. Joanne Appel

Library Council	$731 Drama Assistant Director	$731 Treasurer	$1,194
Treasurer	$1,194

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18. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Benjamin Franklin Middle School, stipend in accordance with TTEA Contract:

a. Jessie Gorant, National Junior Honor Society, stipend amount $1,864. a

19. that the Board approve the following winter coaches for the 2018-2019 school year:

Name

a. Daniel Jones b. Tim Lynch
c. Troy Roberts

d. Jessica Ruffin

Assignment

Assistant Coach Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Boys Basketball
Assistant Coach Girls Basketball

Stipend Amount $5,661.00 $5,661.00 $5,661.00
$5,661.00

e. Sarah Duffy Lawrence Head Coach Fencing	$6,795.00

f. Danielle Jones

g. Krystal Jones

Assistant Coach Fencing

Volunteer Coach Fencing

$4,529.00

No Pay

h. Daniel Henry                 Asst. Coach Indoor Track Boys & Girls $4,529.00 i. Daniel Henry                  Assistant Coach Girls Track                  $5,661.00

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20. that the Board approve Geri Stack, for serving as Web Content Manager, during the 2018-2019 school year, from September 01, 2018 through August 31, 2019, stipend amount $3,600.

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21. that the Board approve the appointment of Mickell Taylor, as Middle School Athletics Adviser for the 2018-2019 school year, stipend amount $10,000.

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22. that the Board approve the following FORUM staff who would serve as chaperones on field trips sponsored by the Teaneck Recreation Department, during the 2018-2019 school year, utilizing substitutes on an as-needed basis:

Substitute staff: Shenijah Curtis, Giannil Hidalgo, Owen Barnes, Yris Acevedo, Yvonne Witter, Youth Development Specialist, TBD.

Field Trip

Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular New York, NY

NBA Basketball
Brooklyn Nets vs. Boston Celtics Barclays Center
Brooklyn, NY

Date

12/03/2018 (Monday)

01/14/2019 (Monday)

Staff

Nick Campestre Owen Barnes

Giannil Hidalgo Shenijah Curtis

NBA Basketball

Barclays Center
Brooklyn Nets vs. Washington Wizards 02/27/2019 Yvonne Witter Brooklyn, NY	(Wednesday) Giannil Hidalgo

Humdinger Paramus, NJ

Medieval Times Lyndhurst, NJ

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03/18/2019 (Monday)

Date to TBD

Shenijah Curtis Yris Acevedo

Yris Acevedo Yvonne Witter

23. that the Board approve the following chaperones/advisors for the Annual Fall Play, November 16, 2018 and November 18, 2018 at 8 pm, November 18, 2018 at 3 pm, at $50 per hour:

a. Lourdes Melendez b. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay c. Mary Lorencovitz

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24. that the Board approve the following chaperones/advisors for the 6th Annual Volleyball Marathon, November 17, 2018 from, 8:30 pm to 2:30 pm, at $50 per hour:

a. Adriana Lagomarsino b. James Lagomarsino c. Charlotte LoSchiavo d. Lance Parham

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25. that the Board approve the following chaperones/advisors, for the 3rd annual Homecoming Dance, November 20, 2018 from 6 pm to 10 pm, at $50 per hour:

a. Charlotte LoSchiavo b. Sean Holland
c. Nicole Cooper d. John Paladino

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26. that the Board approve the following for the Annual Homecoming Pep Rally, November 22, 2018, from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm, at $50 per hour:

a. Andrew Bellin b. Sharon Bellin
c. Jason McDonald d. Edward Klimek e. Lance Parham

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27. that the Board approve the following job description (attachment) for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Director of Technology (off-guide). a

28. that the Board approve the revision and title change of the following job description (attachment) for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Supervisor of Early Childhood/Master Teacher a

29. that the Board approve the following individuals be remunerated for work for the Teaneck Community Education Center's Hawthorne SACC program, working as aides for the 2018-2019 school year, in amounts not to exceed that listed.

Maximum
Name	Avg. hrs/day Remuneration Sarfraz Moin 2.5 hours	$4,000
Anisa Khan 1 hour	$1,800

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Minutes of the proceedings of the PUBLIC WORK MEETING held on Wednesday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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

1. Human Resource Management Overview 2. Strategic Plan Outline

VI.	Public Comment (agenda ONLY)

Question on Title 1 program at Hawthorne school

A.	Policy

B.	Board Operations

C.	School Operations and Curriculum

D.	Personnel

VII. Public Comment (non-Agenda)

No Comments

VIII. Executive Session (required)

Mr. Rodriguez Motion to convene into Executive Session at 9:48 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

Two Settlements were presented by Isabel Machado 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

Mr. Rodriguez motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 10:25 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose.

IX.	Adjournment

Mr. Rodriguez motioned to adjourn the public meeting at 10:26 pm and Said motion was seconded by Mr. Rose and carried by unanimous vote.

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.

Policy

POLICY	NOVEMBER 7, 2018

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

1.	3431.1 4431.1 R7510

Family Leave (Teaching Staff Members) Family Leave (Support Staff Members) Use of School Facilities

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Policy 01 thru 01

Board Operations

BOARD OPERATIONS	NOVEMBER 7, 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 approve the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Public Meeting held on September 5, September 12, October 3, and October 10, 2018.

2.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 – Use of School Facilities for the 2018-2019 school year for the Teaneck Junior Soccer League for use of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School gymnasium at no cost. Teaneck High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School gymnasiums at $27.68/hr. at (50%) rate.

3.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year at no cost to the Girl Scout of Northern New Jersey, Troop#97205 for the use of Hawthorne Elementary School Classrooms for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/21, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7 and 6/21/19.

4.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and library for holding the PTA meetings for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: 12/6/18, 1/3/19, 2/7, 3/7, 3/22, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

5.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School cafeteria and gymnasium for holding the Yoga and health screening for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 15, 2019 & Jan. 17, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

6.	that the Board waive the provisions of Board Policy #7510 Use of School Facilities, for the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the Hawthorne PTA for the use of the Hawthorne Elementary School gymnasium for holding the Family Fun night and Fall and Spring Book Fair for custodian and building use fees. The meeting dates are as follows: Nov. 29, 2018 & Mar. 14, 2019 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

7.	that the Board approve the use of Thomas Jefferson Middle School cafeteria on November 22, 2018, for a CommunityThanksgiving Dinner, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

School Operations and Curriculum

SCHOOL OPERATIONS and CURRICULUM

NOVEMBER 7, 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 payment to Eleanor Ketak, Educational Consultant for providing a multi-sensory reading group at non-public school Ben Porat Yosef, total cost not to exceed $9,627, Title I funds this program, Account # 20-231-100-320-92-58-I-P

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2.	that the Board approve payment to Mind Research Institute to provide a half-day online professional development workshop to non-public Yeshivat He’Atid teachers using ST Math, total cost not to exceed $750. Title IIA monies would be used to fund this professional development workshop. Account #20-270-200-320-92-50-I-9.

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3.	that the Board approve the following volunteers for the 2018-2019 school year:

Nathalie Adams

Nanuli Gudushauri

Matt Cribbs

Wallace Lee

Rita Falberg

Uzoamaka Njoku

Joure Farag

Frank Ottochian

Susan Forman

Amina Qanoongo

Lamont Toussaint

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Marie	Cafreen Warnke Wilson Wint

4.	that the Board authorize submission of a grant proposal to the New Jersey Department of Education for the Advanced Computer Science grant for the period of January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2020, in the amount of $100,000.

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Finance and Budget

FINANCE AND BUDGET	NOVEMBER 7, 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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 FUND 10	$8,877,929.67
FUND 20	$384,522.41 FUND 60	$30,920.67 FUND 61	$96.05

Total of Approved Payments $9,293,468.80

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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.

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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 September 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.

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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 $27,458.33) (District funded $3,178.74) total cost $30,637.07.

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5.	that the Board approve the attached list of Student Field Trips, as approved by the Superintendent, (Grant Funded $14,565.31) and (District Funded $1,744.62) (Parent Funded $11,736.81) total cost $28,046.74.

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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.

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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.

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9.	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.

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10. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a grant award of $1,500.00 to the Teaneck Public Schools from Perry and Gladys Rosenstein of the Puffin Foundation.

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11. that the Board accept with grateful appreciation a donation of six framed New York City prints (listed below) from Howard Rose, estimated value of $500.

The Low Bridge (3) The Public Library (2)
The Plaza at Central Park (1)

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12. that the Board acknowledge the Bryant Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergencyschoolbusexit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Bryant School Bus Lane off of Tryon Ave on October 10th 2018; Leslie Abrew oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included inthedrill:Route#6 Buses A, C, D & E Vans V6A, V6B, V6C, BV1, BV2 and 3 – IN199.

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13. that theBoardacknowledge the Whittier Elementary School successfullyconducted its first emergencyschoolbusexitdrill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 7:45 am at the location of Essex Street and West Englewood Avenue on October 17, 2018. Pedro Valdes oversawthedrill and Linda Harrison, Keith Orapello, Janine Lawler, Nina Lioneti, Emily Sloane & Alex Zarate were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were includedinthe drill:Route#4BusesA, B, C,D,E,F; Vans 4A, 4B, 4C& 4D.

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14. that the Board acknowledge the Lowell Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 8:40 am at the location of Lowell school parking lot on October 5, 2018; Rey Cruz oversaw the drill and Lisa Sgambati, Stacie Dibona, Alexis Ryerson & Zeno Cho were the staff members incharge. Thefollowingbusrouteswereincludedinthedrill:Route#7Buses A, B,C,D & EVansLV1,LV2,&LV3.

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15. that the Board acknowledge the Hawthorne Elementary School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:27 11.2, at 8:15 am at the location of Lucy Avenue on October 3, 2018; Emilio Jennette & Danielle Amato oversaw the drill and Maria Garvia Iglesias, Julianne Boyle, Amber Halpern, RanishaMcClendon, Rahena Loskor,Alberto Despaigne and Shantel Wilson were the staff members in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill:Route#5BusesA, B, &C Vans5A, 5B, & HV1.

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16. that the Board acknowledge the Benjamin Franklin Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2,at8:15amat the locationof TaftRoadoutsideof the School on October 3rd, 2018; Marina Williams oversaw the drill and was the staff member in charge. The followingbus routeswereincludedinthedrill:VansBF1,BF2, BF3,BF4, andBF5.

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17. that the Board acknowledge the Thomas Jefferson Middle School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:2711.2,at 3:00pmon October 1, 2018, at the location of the Fycke Lane Parking Lot & Salem Street Circle.Enoch Nyamekye oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. Thefollowingbusrouteswere includedinthe drill:VansTJ1,TJ2&TJ3.

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18. that the Board acknowledge the Teaneck High School successfully conducted its first emergency school bus exit drill, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:2711.2, at 3:00 pm on September 28, 2018 & at 3:00 pm on October 3, 2018 at the location on Elizabeth Ave outside of entrance; Kurt Ceresnak oversaw the drills and was the staff member in charge. The following bus routes were included in the drill: Vans THS1, THS2, IN387 & THSLIFT, Valley Transport, Protrans bus &Taher transport.

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19. that the Board approve payment to Roberta Weiss, teacher, to conduct specialized after-school tutoring, for Student ID #101106, during the 2018-2019 school year, after school for 30 mins., twice a week, not to exceed 32 hours, at the rate of $50.00 per hour, total cost not to exceed $1,600.

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20. 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.

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21. that the Board approve the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, to provide Level 1 services to Students #97759, 103162, 100398, 103688, 93867, at the rate of $1,900 each; to provide Level 2 services to Student #93508 at the rate of $4,500, and to provide Student #100031 with Level 4 services at the rate of $14,300 during the 2018-2019 school year.

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22. that the Board approve the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidated Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq, agreement between the Township of Teaneck, in the County of Bergen and the Teaneck Board of Education located at 1 Merrison Street in collaboration with the Office of Emergency Management Solutions (OEM) for the provision providing emergency reception center at all school Facilities.

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23. that the Board approve payment of $3,351.46 to Claire Scarano for 70.5 after-work hours performed during the months of January 2017 thru March 2017 prior to her official retirement on March 31, 2017. Payment will be drawn from the balance in the Teaneck Women Train and Work program.

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24. that the Board approve the CHA Design/Construction solutions at 1639 Route 10 East, Suite 63, Parsippany, NJ 07054 as the ESIP Engineers for the 2018-2019 school year.

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25. that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #103758 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $45,000 for the 2017-2018 school year and attorney’s fees of $5,000. For school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 the District will pay the out-of-district school $45,000 per year.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #97687 and the Teaneck Board of Education for payment of $50,000 for each of the following school years 2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and attorney’s fees of $5,000.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #96279 and the Teaneck Board of Education to reimburse the Parents $26,000 for each of the following school years 2018-2019, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021.

that the Board approve the Settlement Agreement of November 7, 2018 between the Parents of Student #98365 and the Teaneck Board of Education of reimbursement to the Parents of $66,000 for the period February 2018-February 2019.

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26. Whereas the District and the Parents of Student #101236 wish to resolve any and all differences, the parties agree that the District shall pay for an independent psychological evaluation in an amount not to exceed $3,500. In consideration of the settlement of the captioned matter, Petitioners shall release the District from any and all claims, rights and liability, including but not limited to attorney’s costs, or reimbursement for any other placement, program or related service.

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Personnel

PERSONNEL	NOVEMBER 7, 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 appointments for the 2018-2019 school year, following a 90-day probationary period, effective date as indicated, pending criminal history review:

a. Esin Sasmaz, Special Education Teacher (Math/Science), at an annual of $80,000 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 8), assigned to Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective October 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Jessi Van Buren, resigned (PC#:10-11-34/bvr).

b. Mary Lorencovitz, Guidance Counselor, at an annual salary of $61,200 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 2), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective November 15, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Kelvin Reese, resigned (PC#: 10-12-73/ahd).

c. Bettina Peets, Dance Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide BA/Step 9), assigned to Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Diana Baer, retired, (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

d. Andres Munoz, Mathematics Teacher, at an annual salary of $67,000 (TTEA Guide MA/Step 6), assigned to Teaneck High School effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, new position.

e. Falilou Seck, French Teacher, at an annual salary of $66,500 (TTEA Guide MA+32/Step 2) Teaneck High School, effective October 01, 2018 through June 30, 2019, replacing Catherine Dalal, retired (PC#:10-12-06/ags).

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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. Llewelyn Peterkin, General Mechanic, at an annual salary of $47,540 (Maintenance Guide/ Step 2) assigned to Operations and Maintenance, effective on a date to be determined, replacing Brian Taylor. (PC#: 52-16-89/box).

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3.	that the Board approve the following leaves of absence for the dates and reasons indicated:

a. Goldie Mincowitz, Mathematics Teacher, Teaneck High School medical leave with pay from September 04, 2018 through October 26, 2018, using 36 personal illness days.

b. Randy Allshouse, Secretary, Teaneck High School, unpaid medical leave with no benefits from November 06, 2018 to a date to be determined.

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

a. Erica Cohen, Special Education Teacher, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective December 17, 2018.

b. Trecia Mohan-Soares, Elementary Teacher, Lowell Elementary School, effective December December 14, 2018.

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5.	that the Board approve the certificated staff transfer of Carole Petit-Bielen, French Teacher at Thomas Jefferson Middle School (PC#: 10-11-06/cdr) to French Teacher at Teaneck High School (PC#: 10-12-06/cdy), effective on a date to be determined.

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6.	that the Board approve the following teachers serving as teacher mentor to provisional certified novice teachers as required under the New Jersey Department of Education Provisional Teacher Process:

Novice Teacher a. Amanda Detrick
b. Shanice Jackson

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Mentor Teacher Merin Matarazzo
Eileen Mursch

School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

7.	that the Board approve payment to the following high school teachers, for assuming a sixth period assignment, on a temporary basis, at their negotiated contractual per class rate, effective September 13, 2018 through October 26, 2018, payment upon submission of appropriate payroll bill form each pay date, employees will receive payment on subsequent pay date:

Name

a. Summer Pirro b. Sharon Bellin
c. Sunleatha Carter d. Ken Chung

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Subject Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
Mathematics

Rate $60.00 (BA)
$80.00 (MA+32) $90.00 (DOC)
$80.00 (MA+32)

8.	that the Board approve payment to the following non-tenured instructional staff for participating in a four hour Saturday Foundation Training session on September 15, 2018, in an amount not to exceed $200 each:

a. Maria Garcia-Iglesias b. Amanda Maikisch

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9.	that the Board approve Maria Garcia-Iglesias on the list of Home Instructors to be employed, on an as needed basis, at $50.00 per hour, during the 2018-2019 school year.

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10. that the Board approves the following Student Teacher Practicum assignment, for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Jasmine Williams, Montclair State University, assigned to Whittier Elementary School from November 21, 2018 to December 17, 2018.

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11. that the Board approve the following Fairleigh Dickinson University students for the 2018-2019 school year, pending criminal criminal history review and medical clearance:

a. Corey Zeller b. Amy Caruso c. Libby Bell
d. Maciej Autuch e. Julia Shea
f. Moric Budinsky g. Adam Frank
h. Amanda Fitzgerald i. Natalia Toby

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12. that the Board approve payment to the following teachers (pending student enrollment) for conducting an After-School Reading & Mathematics Support Program at Hawthorne School from December 04, 2018 through March 28, 2019 for each Tuesday and Thursday. The following certificated staff to be paid at the contractual rate of $50/hour.

Title I Funded Program:

11 Instructional Positions: (Six (6) instructors up to 30 hours at $50/hour, totaling $9,000) (Five (5) instructors serving as bus/walker proctors 37.5 hours at $50/hour, totaling $9,375) Total Cost = $18,375:

a. Deborah Nicotera b. Amber Halpern
c. Tawana Smith d. Jemara Blount e. Kara Lindner f. Betty Garcia
g. Amanda Meller

h. Stephanie McKee i. Colette Brantley
j. Saundra Warren-Givens k. Michele DiLullo

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13. that the Board approve the following per diem substitute teachers for the 2018-2019 school year, at a rate of $120 per day, pending criminal history review:

a. Fazal Aslam b. Dalia Cohen
c. I'india Davenport d. Inez Johnson
e. Michelle McMillan f. Rhona Vega
g. Tyler Williams

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14. that the Board approve the following substitute custodian for the 2018-2019 school year:

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15. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Hawthorne Elementary School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Amber Halpern

b. Amanda Meller

Activity Safety Patrol
Safety Patrol

Stipend Amount $273
$273

c. Jemara Blount     Breakfast Club $623 d. Suzanne O'toole Breakfast Club $623

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16. that the Board approves the following Extra Pay for Extra Assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Teaneck High School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract.

Staff Member

a. Jean McVerry

Activity

Drama - Technical Director

Stipend Amount

$1,764

b. Eileen Hillman Yearbook Business Advisor $2,473 c. Daniel Olender Model UN                              $2,000

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17. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, stipends in accordance with TTEA contract:

Staff Member

a. Danielle Lawlor

Activity

Physical Education Intramurals (B/G)

Stipend Amount

$1,758.80

b. Matthew Green c. Glen Mezzatesta d. George Prepis
e. Tracy Wells

Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80 Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80 Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80
Physical Education Intramurals (B&G) $1,758.80

f. Joey Hochgesang g. Molly Neff
h. Joey Hochgesang i. Molly Neff
j. Brittany Eisele

Chorus 5th & 6th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 5th & 6th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 7th & 8th Grade	$1,047 Chorus 7th & 8th Grade	$1,047
Visual Arts	$2,388

k.Sue Luckman Jacobs Publicity	$621

l. Terrie Roberts m. Nina Odood n. Susan Reis
o. Joanne Appel

Library Council	$731 Drama Assistant Director	$731 Treasurer	$1,194
Treasurer	$1,194

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18. that the Board approve the following Extra Pay for Extra Work assignments, for the 2018-2019 school year, at Benjamin Franklin Middle School, stipend in accordance with TTEA Contract:

a. Jessie Gorant, National Junior Honor Society, stipend amount $1,864. a

19. that the Board approve the following winter coaches for the 2018-2019 school year:

Name

a. Daniel Jones b. Tim Lynch
c. Troy Roberts

d. Jessica Ruffin

Assignment

Assistant Coach Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Boys Basketball
Assistant Coach Girls Basketball

Stipend Amount $5,661.00 $5,661.00 $5,661.00
$5,661.00

e. Sarah Duffy Lawrence Head Coach Fencing	$6,795.00

f. Danielle Jones

g. Krystal Jones

Assistant Coach Fencing

Volunteer Coach Fencing

$4,529.00

No Pay

h. Daniel Henry                 Asst. Coach Indoor Track Boys & Girls $4,529.00 i. Daniel Henry                  Assistant Coach Girls Track                  $5,661.00

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20. that the Board approve Geri Stack, for serving as Web Content Manager, during the 2018-2019 school year, from September 01, 2018 through August 31, 2019, stipend amount $3,600.

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21. that the Board approve the appointment of Mickell Taylor, as Middle School Athletics Adviser for the 2018-2019 school year, stipend amount $10,000.

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22. that the Board approve the following FORUM staff who would serve as chaperones on field trips sponsored by the Teaneck Recreation Department, during the 2018-2019 school year, utilizing substitutes on an as-needed basis:

Substitute staff: Shenijah Curtis, Giannil Hidalgo, Owen Barnes, Yris Acevedo, Yvonne Witter, Youth Development Specialist, TBD.

Field Trip

Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular New York, NY

NBA Basketball
Brooklyn Nets vs. Boston Celtics Barclays Center
Brooklyn, NY

Date

12/03/2018 (Monday)

01/14/2019 (Monday)

Staff

Nick Campestre Owen Barnes

Giannil Hidalgo Shenijah Curtis

NBA Basketball

Barclays Center
Brooklyn Nets vs. Washington Wizards 02/27/2019 Yvonne Witter Brooklyn, NY	(Wednesday) Giannil Hidalgo

Humdinger Paramus, NJ

Medieval Times Lyndhurst, NJ

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03/18/2019 (Monday)

Date to TBD

Shenijah Curtis Yris Acevedo

Yris Acevedo Yvonne Witter

23. that the Board approve the following chaperones/advisors for the Annual Fall Play, November 16, 2018 and November 18, 2018 at 8 pm, November 18, 2018 at 3 pm, at $50 per hour:

a. Lourdes Melendez b. Yvette Ortega-Ulubay c. Mary Lorencovitz

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24. that the Board approve the following chaperones/advisors for the 6th Annual Volleyball Marathon, November 17, 2018 from, 8:30 pm to 2:30 pm, at $50 per hour:

a. Adriana Lagomarsino b. James Lagomarsino c. Charlotte LoSchiavo d. Lance Parham

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25. that the Board approve the following chaperones/advisors, for the 3rd annual Homecoming Dance, November 20, 2018 from 6 pm to 10 pm, at $50 per hour:

a. Charlotte LoSchiavo b. Sean Holland
c. Nicole Cooper d. John Paladino

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26. that the Board approve the following for the Annual Homecoming Pep Rally, November 22, 2018, from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm, at $50 per hour:

a. Andrew Bellin b. Sharon Bellin
c. Jason McDonald d. Edward Klimek e. Lance Parham

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27. that the Board approve the following job description (attachment) for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Director of Technology (off-guide). a

28. that the Board approve the revision and title change of the following job description (attachment) for the 2018-2019 school year:

a. Supervisor of Early Childhood/Master Teacher a

29. that the Board approve the following individuals be remunerated for work for the Teaneck Community Education Center's Hawthorne SACC program, working as aides for the 2018-2019 school year, in amounts not to exceed that listed.

Maximum
Name	Avg. hrs/day Remuneration Sarfraz Moin 2.5 hours	$4,000
Anisa Khan 1 hour	$1,800

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30. that the Board approve Adrienne Williams for conducting 3 training sessions (Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying, Behavior Management and DYFS child abuse/neglect reporting) for the SACC and WRAP staff.

Name

Adrienne Williams

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$312

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FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #2

Teaneck Board of EducationTransfer List

Transfers made August 8, 2018, and September 27, 2018 Through October 29, 2018

AMOUNT TRANSFERRED

ACCOUNT

T12	20-231-100-101-22-15-I-4 23-231-100-101-22-15-I-5 20-231-100-101-22-15-I-7 20-231-100-101-22-15-I-J 20-231-200-320-22-58-I-F 20-231-100-610-22-40-I-J

20-231-200-100-22-15-I-4 20-231-200-100-22-15-I-5 20-231-200-100-22-15-I-7 20-231-200-100-22-15-I-J 20-231-200-100-22-15-I-D
20-231-290-290-99-22-I-F

DESCRIPTION

TITLE I/STIPENDS/WHITTIER TITLE I/STIPENDS/HAWTHOREN TITLE I/STIPENDS/LOWELL TITLE I/STIPENDS/TJMS
TITLE I/EDUCAT'L CONSULTANTS/BFMS TITLE I/INST'L SUPPL/TJMS

TITLE I/STIPENDS/WHITTIER TITLE I/STIPENDSHAWTHORNE TITLE I/STIPENDS/LOWELL TITLE I/STIPENDS/TJMS
TITLE I/STIPENDS/BFMS

TITLE I/TPAF & FICA/BFMS

From

(10,000.00) (6,900.00) (11,050.00) (1,135.00) (6,375.00) (507.00)
(35,967.00)

To

10,000.00 6,900.00 11,050.00 1,642.00 6,135.00
240.00

35,967.00

EXPLANATION:FUNDS NEEDED FOR TITLE I PROGRAM

T13	20-231-100-610-22-40-I-F

20-231-100-500-85-66-I-F

TITLE I/INST'L SUPPL/BFMS

TUITION SUMMER SCHOOL/BF

(250.00)

250.00

EXPLANATION: TITLE I INSTRUCTION

T14	20-231-200-320-22-58-I-5

20-231-100-610-22-40-I-5

TITLE I EDUCAT'L CONSULTANT/HAW

TITLE I INST'L SUPL/HAWTHORNE

(1,968.75)

1,968.75

EXPLANATION: INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES TITLE I PROGRAM

T15	11-190-100-610-63-41-R-D

11-000-223-104-19-15-R-S

SUPPL/LITERATURE BASE

STF DEV/LANG ARTS

(10,000.00)

10,000.00

EXPLANATION: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT KINDERGARTEN TEACHERS

T16	11-190-100-610-17-40-T-H

11-190-100-610-18-40-T-H

SUPPLIES/IND ARTS/HS

GENERAL INSTRUCT'L SUPPLIES

(11,000.00)

11,000.00

EXPLANATION: INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES DURING SCHOOL YEAR 2018-2019

T17	11-190-100-610-08-40-J-J

11-000-218-600-73-49-J-J

TJ PHYS.ED/HEALTH

TJ GUIDANCE SUPPLIES

(11.87)

11.87

EXPLANATION: SHIPPING CHARGES FOR PO 900240

T18	11-000-217-320-46-56-H-0 11-000-221-320-71-50-T-G 11-000-221-590-71-50-T-G 11-000-221-600-71-50-T-G 11-000-223-580-71-50-T-G 11-000-240-600-71-49-T-G 11-140-100-101-18-15-T-G
11-000-240-340-71-50-T-G

PURCH SVC/1:1, INCLUSION PARA PURCH PROF ED SVC/THS GOALS OTHER PURCH SERVICES/THS GOALS SUPPLIES/THS GOALS
TRAVEL-CONF/THS GOALS ADMIN SUPPLIES/THS GOALS SUBS/GRADES 9-12/THS GOALS
PURCH PROF SVC/THS GOALS

(10,000.00)

630.00 1,240.00 150.00 1,060.00
3,700.00 720.00 2,500.00
10,000.00

EXPLANATION: THS GOALS

T19	20-218-200-103-71-10-0-K 20-218-200-800-61-49-K-K 20-218-200-600-61-49-K-K

20-218-200-329-19-58-K-K

CONTR CAL/ADMIN PRE-K OTHER EXPENSE/PRE-K NON INST'L SUPPLIES/PRE-K

PURCH PROF ED SVC/PRE-K

(1,000.00) (1,000.00) (3,500.00) (5,500.00)
5,500.00

EXPLANATION: PRE-K PROGRAM SERVICES

T20	20-218-200-103-71-10-0-K

20-218-100-321-61-50-K-K

CONTR SAL/ADMIN PRE-K

PRE-K/PURCH PROF ED SVC

(10,000.00)

10,000.00

EXPLANATION: PRE-K SERVICES

T21	11-000-219-600-72-49-C-C

11-000-270-512-46-52-C-C

SUPPLIES/SPEC SERV

FIELD TRIP TRANSP/SPEC ED

(7,000.00)

7,000.00

EXPLANATION:CBI FIELD TRIPS 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR

T22	11-000-261-420-89-53-1-D

11-000-262-610-89-49-1-U

CONTRACTS BLDG MAINT

UNIFORMS O&M

(15,000.00)

15,000.00

EXPLANATION: ANNUAL PURCHASE OF O&M STAFF UNIFORMS AND SHOES

T23	11-000-221-600-85-49-I-0

11-000-218-600-85-40-I-D

OFFICE SUPPLIES C&I

SUPPLIES/SYST-WIDE TSTG

(568.50)

568.50

EXPLANATION: REIMBURSEMENT FOR AP EXAM

T24	20-250-200-500-92-50-C-0

20-250-100-600-92-31-C-C

IDEA-B/NP PURCH SERV

IDEA-B/NP/INSTR SUPPL

99	(6,500.00)	6,500.00

EXPLANATION: INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES

T25	11-190-100-320-18-50-T-H

11-000-240-600-71-49-T-H

PURCH INSTR SERV/THS

ADMIN SUPPLIES/THS

(1,700.00)

1,700.00

EXPLANATION: ADMINISTATION TECH SUPPLIES

T26	11-190-100-610-63-41-R-D

11-000-221-600-85-49-I-0

SUPP/LITERATURE BASED

OFFICE SUPPLIES C&I

(1,720.00)

1,720.00

EXPLANATION: OFFICE SUPPLIES FOR C&I

T27	11-000-217-320-49-57-C-C

11-000-213-300-74-57-C-D

CONTR EXTR SERV/SPEC ED

FEES/PHYSICIANS & PRCH MED SRV

(140,000.00)

140,000.00

______________________________

FINANCE COMMITTEE SIGNATURE

_____________

DATE

100

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #4	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Professional Development

Name: Amber Halpern
School or Department: Hawthorne School
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Best Instructional Strategies for Challenging and Motivating your Gifted/Talented Students
Location: Cherry Hill, New Jersey Dates:December 12, 2018
Estimated Cost: $297.55 – Substitute Not Required (Grant Funded)

Name: Frank Piccinnini
School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: New Jersey Council for History Education 23td Annual History Conference
Location: Princeton, New Jersey Dates:November 30, 2018
Estimated Cost: $0 – Substitute Required (No Funding Required)

Name: Nina Lionetti
School or Department: Whittier School
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Best Instructional Strategies for Challenging and Motivating your Gifted/Talented Students
Location: West Orange, New Jersey Dates:December 11, 2018
Estimated Cost: $285.78 – Substitute Not Required (Grant Funded)

Name: Joanne Zahn
School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Google Tools for Middle and High School Location: Paramus, New Jersey
Dates:December 4, 2018
Estimated Cost: $100 – Substitute Required (Grant Funded)

Name: Joanne Zahn
School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Google Projects Location: Paramus, New Jersey
Dates:February 6, 2019
Estimated Cost: $75 – Substitute Required (Grant Funded)

Name: Kurt Ceresnak
School or Department: Teaneck High School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Scheduling Strategies Location: Monroe Township, New Jersey Dates:November 29, 2018
Estimated Cost: $189.19 – Substitute Not Required (District Funded)

101

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #4	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Professional Development

Name: Brittany Eisele
School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: National Art Education Association Annual Conference Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Dates:March 14, 15 and 16, 2019
Estimated Cost: $375.84 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

Name: Vanessa Watt St. Clair School or Department: Bryant School
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Intro to Google Drive Location: Paramus, New Jersey
Dates:February 5, 2019
Estimated Cost: $100 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

Name: Rebecca Pflueger
School or Department: Teaneck High School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Developing Growth Mindsets in Students Location: Teaneck, New Jersey
Dates:November 19, 2018
Estimated Cost: $0 – Substitute Required (No Funding Required)

Name: Katherine Crimmins, Hazel Santana-Rivas, Barbara Finkelstein, William Mazerolle, Kiera Genus
School or Department: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Partnerships Location: Ridgewood, New Jersey
Dates:November 28, 2018
Estimated Cost: $0 – Substitute Required (No Funding Required)

Name: Maureen Orletti
School or Department: Bryant School
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: 2019 National Art Education Association Conference Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Dates:March 14 & 15, 2019
Estimated Cost: $235 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

Name: Jean Gratien Uwisavye
School or Department: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Accelerate Students Communicative Proficiency Location: West Orange, New Jersey
Dates:December 18, 2018
Estimated Cost: $277.68 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

102

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #4	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Professional Development

Name: Matthew Green
School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: New Jersey Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Annual Convention
Location: Long Branch, New Jersey Dates:February 25 & 26, 2019
Estimated Cost: $125 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

Name: Margot Todman Mack, Adrienne Williams School or Department: Teaneck High School
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Social Emotional Character Development Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Dates:December 18, 2018
Estimated Cost: $15.10 – Substitute Not Required (District Funded)

Name: Brittany Nagy
School or Department: Whittier School
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: School Nurses: Enhance Effective Medical Emergency Response Teams at Each of your School Sites
Location: Fairfield, New Jersey Dates:December 10, 2018
Estimated Cost: $302 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

Name: Rolando Monserrat, Sharon Bellin School or Department: Teaneck High School
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: iSTEAM Conference 2019: Full STEAM Ahead Location: Mahwah, New Jersey
Dates:January 11, 2019
Estimated Cost: $258 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

Name: Jovana Vlajic-Murisic, Adina Lefkowitz School or Department: Teaneck High School
Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Flipping the Math Classroom, Grades 6 - 12 Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Dates:December 7, 2018
Estimated Cost: $437.34 – Substitute Required (District Funded)

Name: Terrie Roberts
School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: New Jersey Association of School Librarians 2018 Fall Convention
Location: Long Branch, New Jersey Dates:December 3 and 4, 2018
Estimated Cost: $863.59 – Substitute Not Required (District Funded)

103

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #4	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Professional Development

Name: Marwa Ali, Nadia Bahlouf, Karina Wagdy, Marva Fawzy, Susannah Aziz, Aisha Ibrahim, Ramiera Ahmed, Farhat Shaith, Rena Zebi, Sumayyah Hussain, Aiya Fawzy, Safinaz Elgamal, Imam ElDessouky, Yasmin Bitar, Heba Abou Bakr, Hanaa Shbeek, Walaa Elshorbagy, Aya Elbeltagy, Salam Gheith, Majdouline Elfahdi, Omniah Mohamed, Hadeer Salaheldan, Hend Abbas, Muna Nurhussen, Nisreen Baker, Inas Hassan, Marwa Amer, Nasreen Awandallah
School or Department: Academy of Greatness and Excellence (Nonpublic) Conference/Seminar/Workshop: New Jersey Education Association 2018 Annual Convention Location: Atlantic City, New Jersey
Dates:November 8 and 9, 2018
Estimated Cost: $4200 – Substitute Not Required (Grant Funded)

104

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION 4	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Professional Development

Name: Barbara Finkelstein

School or Department: Special Services, Benjamin Franklin Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: National Council of Teachers of English Annual Convention Location: Houston, Texas
Date(s): November 15 and 16, 2018
Estimated Cost(s): $270 – Substitute Required - (District Funded)

Name: Victor Stanic

School or Department: Special Services, Benjamin Franklin Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Promoting Social and Emotional Learning; Best Practices for Supporting Students
Location: Oradell, NJ Date(s): December 16, 2018
Estimated Cost(s): $0 – Substitute Required - (No Funding Required)

Name: Angelina Cusack

School or Department: Special Services, Benjamin Franklin Middle School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Promoting Social and Emotional Learning; Best Practices for Supporting Students
Location: Oradell, NJ Date(s): December 11, 2018
Estimated Cost(s): $0 – Substitute Required - (No Funding Required)

105

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Additional Professional Development

Name: Lara Barrett, Yuna Kim, Dana Orner. Brittany Butler, Amy Morales, Mika Kozuma, Leslie Abrew, 4 Teachers TBD, Paraprofessionals TBD
School or Department: Bryant School Conference/Seminar/Workshop: Tools of the Mind Location: Mercerville, New Jersey Dates:December 12, 2018
Estimated Cost: $22500 - Substitute Required (Grant Funded)

106

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION 5	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Field Trips

TEANECK HIGH SCHOOL MD/TRANSITION PROGRAM: 22 students, 3 staff Danny Gareri, Sean Aumack, Tanisha Drake

Trip Planned: Additional Job Site
Estimated Cost: Included on the October 10, 2018 Agenda Substitute Not Required

EXPLANATION: Community Based Instruction would allow students in the Transition classes to practice skills that they are learning in the classroom, school and community. Those skills include, but are not limited to, social skills, pre-vocational job skills, behavioral skills, life skills and academic skills. There are a total of 22 students and 3 staff in this program, however only a portion of the students and staff would be traveling to the below destinations on any given day. All trips will use public transportation or walk.

NOVEMBER 15, 2018 – JUNE 20, 2019, 8:00AM - 3:00PM

DESTINATION
	
TOWN
	
Spectrum Works, Inc.
	Secaucus, NJ

107

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #5	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Field Trips

Name: Amanda Zoran, Monica Yepes, Sameera Baig, Frank Piccinnini, James Pruden, Philip Martino, Glen Mezzatesta, Andrew DeBlock, Angela Taylor, Saah Hali, Kelly Walsh, Antoinette Bush, Roland Bianchi, Samantha Laliker
School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Trip Planned: Community Food Bank of New Jersey
Location: Hillside, New Jersey	140 Students
Date(s):	November 15, 2018	Depart: 9:00 AM	Return: 1:30 PM Estimated Cost: $900 – Substitute Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: This would help us build a sense of community and develop empathy.

Name: Karen Butler, Fredericka Ogletree, Thomas Papaleo, Kristen Cline, Tiana Benevenga, Debra Benitez, Jennie Brolowicz, Aya Shabarek, Meredith Laino Martino, Megan McBryde, Valerie Johnson, 18 parent chaperones
School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Trip Planned: Van Cortlandt Manor
Location: Pocantico Hills, New York	120 Students
Date(s):	June 6, 2018	Depart: 8:30 AM	Return: 3:00 PM Estimated Cost: $2441.25 – Substitute Not Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would gain a greater understanding of how colonial people lived.

Name: Wendy Gladstein, 3 parent chaperones School or Department: Whittier School
Trip Planned: Bergen Academies – The Nutcracker Location: Hackensack, New Jersey	15 Students
Date(s):	December 7, 2018	Depart: 9:30 AM	Return: 12:30 PM Estimated Cost: $415.17 – Substitute Not Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would be able to see the relationship of stories put music and ballet.

Name: Luigi Venezia, Jennifer Joyce, Eileen Glassey School or Department: Teaneck High School
Trip Planned: Monroe College
Location: New Rochelle, New York	36 Students
Date(s):	December 6, 2018	Depart: 8:15 AM	Return: 2:55 PM Estimated Cost: $0 – Substitute Required (No Funding Required)
EXPLANATION: Students would gain a better understanding of the rewards and demands of a culinary career.

108

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #5	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Field Trips

Name: Eve Klein, Barbara Preziosi, Katherine Crimmins, Diana Spain, Margaret Tewey, Marina Williams, Jessie Gorant
School or Department: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Trip Planned: William Paterson University
Location: Wayne, New Jersey	74 Students
Date(s):	November 16, 2018	Depart: 9:45 AM	Return: 2:45 PM Estimated Cost: $586.64 – Substitute Required (District Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would tour and speak with admissions counselors, have a campus tour and review the applications process.

Name: Christine Mayers, Jason MacDonald School or Department: Teaneck High School Trip Planned: Raritan Valley Community College
Location: Branchburg, New Jersey	30 Students
Date(s):	November 15, 2018	Depart: 9:00 AM	Return: 3:30 PM Estimated Cost: $293.36 – Substitute Required (District Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would learn about Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Name: Emily Smith, MeiLinh LaMui, Peter Antonakis, Amanda Estevez, Kerri Sanders, 2 Mission One Paraprofessionals, 6 parent chaperones
School or Department: Bryant School
Trip Planned: Bergen Academies “The Nutcracker Suite” Location: Hackensack, New Jersey	50 Students
Date(s):	December 7, 2018	Depart: 9:15 AM	Return: 12:30 PM Estimated Cost: $1118.35- Substitute Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would gain an understanding of how literacy can come to life.

Name: Adrienne Williams, Yris Acevedo, Susie Cipriani School or Department: Teaneck High School
Trip Planned: Youth World AIDS Day Conference
Location: Tenafly, New Jersey	30 Students
Date(s):	November 30, 2018	Depart: 8:00 AM	Return: 1:30 PM Estimated Cost: $262.35 – Substitute Required (District Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would learn to live a healthier life style.

Name: Katie Cannao, James Lagomarsino, Marc Monroe School or Department: Teaneck High School
Trip Planned: Whittier School
Location: Teaneck, New Jersey	36 Students
Date(s):	December 7, 2018	Depart: 8:15 AM	Return: 2:00 PM Estimated Cost: $289.80 – Substitute Required (District Funded)
EXPLANATION: Teaneck High School Students would be teaching 5 business classes to the elementary schools.

109

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #5	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Field Trips

Name: Kristen Ferreira, Jennifer Domingues, Michele DiLullo, Deborah Nicotera, Tara Webb, 4 Mission One Paraprofessional, 10 parent chaperones
School or Department: Hawthorne School
Trip Planned: The Planetarium at Raritan Valley Community College Location: Branchburg, New Jersey	65 Students
Date(s):	March 28, 2019	Depart: 8:40 AM	Return: 2:30 PM Estimated Cost: $1834.64 – Substitute Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would view two planetarium shows about the planets and weather and participate in a solar system scavenger hunt.

Name: Tawana Smith, Jemara Blount, Lisa Brown, Saundra Warren Givens, Felix Meija, Maryann Doris, 3 Paraprofessionals, 13 parent chaperones
School or Department: Hawthorne School Trip Planned: Waterloo Village
Location: Stanhope, New Jersey	87 Students
Date(s):	May 14, 2019	Depart: 9:00 AM	Return: 2:00 PM Estimated Cost: $1646.64 – Substitute Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would be learning about American History and the different regions of the United States.

Name: Kara Lindner, Victor Hernandez, Danielle Jackson, Tara Webb, 3 paraprofessionals, 12 parent chaperones
School or Department: Hawthorne School
Trip Planned: Meadowlands Environmental Center Location: Lyndhurst, New Jersey	70 Students
Date(s):	May 15, 2019	Depart: 9:00 AM	Return: 2:30 PM Estimated Cost: $1674.76 – Substitute Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would learn how features of their bodies aid in their survival.

Name: Javalda Powell, Giannil Hidalgo, Elzbieta Biernacka School or Department: Teaneck High School FORUM
Trip Planned: Monster Mini Golf
Location: Paramus, New Jersey	12 Students
Date(s):	November 15, 2018	Depart: 4:00 PM	Return: 7:00 PM Estimated Cost: $418.17 – Substitute Not Required (Grant Funded)
EXPLANATION: Provides students with the opportunity to practice social skills and as a reward for participation in the program

Name: Javalda Powell, Giannil Hidalgo, Elzbieta Biernacka School or Department: Teaneck High School FORUM
Trip Planned: Dave and Buster’s
Location: Wayne, New Jersey	12 Students
Date(s):	December 18, 2018	Depart: 4:00 PM	Return: 7:00 PM Estimated Cost: $811.36 – Substitute Not Required (Grant Funded)
EXPLANATION: Provides students with the opportunity to practice social skills and as a reward for participation in the program

110

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #5	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Field Trips

Name: Javalda Powell, Giannil Hidalgo, Elzbieta Biernacka School or Department: Teaneck High School FORUM
Trip Planned: Escape Room and Noches de Columbia Location: Hackensack, New Jersey	12 Students
Date(s):	December 4, 2018	Depart: 4:00 PM	Return: 7:00 PM Estimated Cost: $922.17 – Substitute Not Required (Grant Funded)
EXPLANATION: Reward/Incentive for hard work and participation, creates teamwork within the program.

Name: Javalda Powell, Giannil Hidalgo, Elzbieta Biernacka School or Department: Teaneck High School FORUM
Trip Planned: Humdingers
Location: Paramus, New Jersey	12 Students
Date(s):	November 27, 2018	Depart: 4:00 PM	Return: 7:00 PM Estimated Cost: $713.42 – Substitute Not Required (Grant Funded)
EXPLANATION: Provides students with the opportunity to practice social skills and as a reward for participation in the program.

Name: Javalda Powell, Giannil Hidalgo, Elzbieta Biernacka School or Department: Teaneck High School FORUM
Trip Planned: Maggiano’s
Location: Hackensack, New Jersey	12 Students
Date(s):	December 11, 2018	Depart: 4:00 PM	Return: 7:00 PM Estimated Cost: $816.27 – Substitute Not Required (Grant Funded)
EXPLANATION: Provides students with the opportunity to practice social skills and as a reward for participation in the program

Name: LeeAnn Newland
School or Department: Teaneck High School
Trip Planned: Fairleigh Dickinson University – Rothman Center Location: Hackensack, New Jersey	10 Students each date
Date(s):	November 20, 2018, January 21, 26 and 31, 2019, February 2, 16 and 23, 2019 Various Times
Estimated Cost: $0 – Substitute Not Required (No Funding Required)
EXPLANATION: Students would participate in collaboration with the Fairleigh Dickinson Pep Band to play at various home Men’s and Women’s Basketball games.

111

FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION #5	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Additional Field Trips

Name: Charles Clark, James Belluzzi, Jason McDonald, Jerome Smart School or Department: Teaneck High School
Trip Planned: Bergen Community College
Location: Paramus, New Jersey	49 Students
Date(s):	December 3, 2018	Depart: 8:30 AM	Return: 2:00 PM Estimated Cost: $312.47 – Substitute Required (District Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would learn to prepare for and organize their presentations for the Heroes and Cool Kids program.

Name: Yris Acevedo, Shenijah Curtis
School or Department: Teaneck High School - FORUM Trip Planned: Escape Room
Location: Hackensack, New Jersey	12 Students
Date(s):	December 5, 2018	Depart: 4:00 PM	Return: 7:00 PM Estimated Cost: $853.11 – Substitute Not Required (Grant Funded)
EXPLANATION: Focus on team building and providing incentives for their hard work during the program.

Name: Jennifer Domingues, Michele DiLullo, Debbie Nicotera, Kristen Ferreira, Betty Garcia, Tara Webb, 4 paraprofessionals, 12 parent chaperones
School or Department: Hawthorne School Trip Planned: LegoLand
Location: Yonkers, New York	83 Students
Date(s):	February 21, 2018	Depart: 8:45 AM	Return: 2:30 PM Estimated Cost: $1706 – Substitute Required (Parent Funded)
EXPLANATION: Students would build a series of models and experiment with gears using engineering and design processes.

112

FINANCE & BUDGET	Motion # 6	November 14, 2018

Fundraising Activities by School

School or Department: Thomas Jefferson Middle School Fundraising Activity: Stop & Shop Rewards Program Sponsoring Organization: Thomas Jefferson PTO
Name of sponsors: Nadia Grier (parent volunteer)
Participants: PTO Volunteers would sell to students and their families Location: Main Lobby as determined by the principal’s office
Date(s): November 15, 2018 through June 19, 2019 Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $300 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used to offset costs of field trips, activities and purchase technology.

School or Department: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Fundraising Activity: Bake Sale
Sponsoring Organization: Destiny 6 Girls Empowerment Club Name of sponsors: Eve Klein (staff member)
Participants: Destiny 6 Club members would sell to the students of Benjamin Franklin Location: Main Lobby as determined by the principal’s office
Date(s): October 2018 through May 2019
Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $50-$75 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used for club materials, activities, and donations.

School or Department: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Fundraising Activity: Fall Fest Bake Sale and Juice Sponsoring Organization: Student Council
Name of sponsors: Hina Mehta and Belkis Petrus (staff member) Participants: Student Council would sell to the Students and Staff
Location: Benjamin Franklin Lobby after school as determined by the principal’s office Date(s): November 13, 2018 through November 15, 2018	Time: 3:30 pm Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $300
Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds raised would be used for student activities.

School or Department: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Fundraising Activity: Ticket Sale for “Fall Fest” and Bake Sale Sponsoring Organization: Makerspace
Name of sponsors: Tanya Rivera (staff member)
Participants: Makerspace Members would sell to the students and staff Location: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Lobby
Date(s): November 13, 2018 through November 18, 2018	Time: 3:30 pm Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $100
Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used to purchase future project materials.

113

FINANCE & BUDGET	Motion # 6	November 14, 2018

Fundraising Activities by School

School or Department: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Fundraising Activity: Canned Food Drive
Sponsoring Organization: Awesomely PINK
Name of sponsors: Danielle James (parent volunteer) Participants: Students in grades 5-8
Location: Lunch Room during lunch hours
Date(s): November 26, 2018 through December 7, 2018 Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $700 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The donations received would be given to the Center for Food Action.

School or Department: Benjamin Franklin Middle School Fundraising Activity: Bake Sale
Sponsoring Organization: BF Achievers (grade 7/8) Name of sponsors: Michael Smith (staff member)
Participants: BF Achiever members would sell to student body
Location: BFMS Main Lobby after school as determined by the principal’s office Date(s): December 12, 2018 through June 30, 2019
Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $200 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: Funds would be used for materials, supplies and rewards for group participants.

School or Department: Teaneck High School Fundraising Activity: Volleyball Game (Entry Fee) Sponsoring Organization: Girls and Boys Volleyball
Name of sponsors: Susie Cipriano and Jason McDonald (staff members) Participants: Students, faculty, and staff would pay to enter the game. Location: Teaneck High School Lobby
Date(s): November 17, 2018
Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $500 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used to purchase extra apparel and end of season dinner.

School or Department: Teaneck High School Fundraising Activity: “Pay What You Want” Donations Sponsoring Organization: Theater Department
Name of sponsors: Todd Murphy (staff member)
Participants: Senior citizens and middle school students are invited free of charge to the final rehearsal. The Theater Department members would ask the senior citizens and middle school students if they would like to make a donation.
Location: THS Lobby/Auditorium Box Office during rehearsal
Date(s): November 15, 2018	Time: 5:00 pm Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $50 - $100
Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used for the THS Theater Scholarship fund.

114

FINANCE & BUDGET	Motion # 6	November 14, 2018

Fundraising Activities by School

School or Department: Teaneck High School Fundraising Activity: Chipotle Fundraiser Sponsoring Organization: Pan Asian Club
Name of sponsors: Mary Joyce Laqui (staff member)
Participants: Pan Asian Club Members would offer to friends, family and THS staff/students Location: Chipotle, Hackensack, NJ
Date(s): January, 2019 (date to be determined by Chipotle Restaurant) Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $200
Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used to purchase materials, supplies for club events and activities.

School or Department: Teaneck High School Fundraising Activity: Bake Sale
Sponsoring Organization: Pan Asian Club
Name of sponsors: Mary Joyce Laqui (staff member)
Participants: Pan Asian Club Members would sell to THS staff/students Location: THS Lobby after school as determined by the principal’s office Date(s): December 2018 through June 2019
Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $75 - $100 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used to purchase materials, supplies for club events and activities.

School or Department: Teaneck High School Fundraising Activity: Ice Cream and Waffles Sponsoring Organization: Theater Department
Name of sponsors: Todd Murphy, Tzippy Hiller (staff member and parent volunteer) Participants: Theater Department would sell to the students of Teaneck High School Location: 1st Floor Lobby after school as determined by the principal’s office
Date(s): November 26, 2018; December 20, 2018; January 31, 2019; February 21, 2019; March 21, 2019; April 10, 2019; May 30, 2019	Time: 3:30 pm
Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $100 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used for the Teaneck High School Theater Scholarship fund.

School or Department: Teaneck High School Fundraising Activity: Chipotle Fundraiser Sponsoring Organization: THS Boys Basketball
Name of sponsors: Marcelle Williams (Coach/staff member)
Participants: Boys Basketball Team would sell to friends, family, staff and students Location: Chipotle, Hackensack, NJ
Date(s): November 27, 2018
Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $200 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used to purchase team equipment and for the end-of-year banquet.

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FINANCE & BUDGET	Motion # 6	November 14, 2018

Fundraising Activities by School

School or Department: Teaneck High School Fundraising Activity: Chipotle Fundraiser Sponsoring Organization: THS Boys Basketball
Name of sponsors: Marcelle Williams (Coach/staff member)
Participants: Boys Basketball Team would sell to friends, family, staff and students Location: Chipotle, Hackensack, NJ
Date(s): November 27, 2018
Estimated funds to be raised by this activity: $200 Funds to sponsoring organization: 100%

EXPLANATION: The funds would be used to purchase team equipment and for the end-of-year banquet.

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FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION 7	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

OUT-OF-DISTRICT TUITION CONTRACTS 2018-2019

STUDENT ID#
	
SCHOOL
	
TUITION
	
START DATE
	
1:1 AIDE
	
103649
	Cornerstone Day School
	$84,662.00
	9/4/2018
		
104835
	CTC Academy
	$69,230.00
	10/16/2018
	$22,660.00
	
104542
	Cornerstone Day School
	$84,662.60
	10/10/2018

TOTAL
	
$238,554.60
		
$22,660.00

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FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION 8	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

CLINICIANS 2018-2019

CLINICIAN
	RATES
	NOT TO EXCEED
	
Professional Education Services
	$54 /hr. Bedside Instruction
	$15,000
	
Union County
Educational Services Commission, Trinitas Regional Medical Center
	$67 /hr. Bedside Instruction
	$15,000
	
TOTAL
	$30,000

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FINANCE & BUDGET	MOTION 9	NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Revised CLINICIANS 2018-2019

CLINICIAN
	RATES
	NOT TO EXCEED
	
Pascack Valley Regional High School
	$100 /hr. Physical Therapy
	$6,000
	
Northern Valley Regional High School
	$65 /hr. Physical and
Occupational Therapy
	$25,000
	
Cresskill Public Schools
	$60 /30 mins. Speech $30 /30 mins. Counseling
	$6,000
	
TOTAL
	$37,000

These clinician entries are being revised to include all therapy services being provided to our students. These services did not appear on the original motion. The total amount has not changed.

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THE TEANECK PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT Human Resource Management
______________________________________________________________________________

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY

ADMINISTRATIVE RELATIONSHIP: Superintendent of Schools, School Business Administrator

SUPERVISES: Technology and Information Services Staff

NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB:

The Director of Technology provides leadership aligned with district goals to ensure that resources effectively support teaching and learning throughout the district. The Director will also provide leadership regarding the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of technology use within the district. The Director will coordinate the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curriculum and instructional practices within instructional technology and library media to ensure that all students meet and exceed the New Jersey adopted standards.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

The Director of Technology shall:

1.	Hold a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university. 2.	Have at least five (5) years of successful administrative experience.
3.	Google Admin Certification (must be obtained within 120 days of assuming position)
4.     Experience with supporting: Hosted Applications; Desktop Management Systems; Directory Services and Local Area Networks, Google for Education, Active Directory and GADS
5.	Experience with Operating Systems; Software and Hardware with Apple, PC, and Chrome OS platforms
6.	Experience in K-12 School District, preferably with 1:1 or extensive BYOD deployments 7.	Strong organizational skills, with an abilityto:

a.	Make decisions in accordance with established policies/regulations b.	Understand and follow directions while working independently
c.	Take technical lead of projects, while working in a team environment
8.	 Motivated individual who demonstrates a high aptitude for technology, with a desire and ability to learn quickly
9.	Outstanding communication skills
10. Meet such alternates to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may deem appropriate, acceptable and legal.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1.	Previous experience as, or significant experience working with a Systems Administrator 2.	Certifications from Google, VMWare and/or Microsoft
3.	Experience with the following: Windows Deployment Server; Deployment Studio or similar product for Apple devices; virtual server environments; content filtering; Learning Management Systems; Google Apps in Education; threat detection/removal systems
4.	Experience with networking protocols and advanced networking concepts (i.e. network switching, routing, and VLANs)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

The Director of Technology shall:

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Position Description: Director of Technology _____________________________________________________________________________________
1.	 Work collaboratively with central office administrators, principals and teachers to ensure that library media and technology services are effectively implemented throughout the district.
2.	Provide support to administrative and supervisory staff.
3.	 Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel and agencies associated with the school.
4.	Recommend, implement, support, and manage the latest technology instructional practices throughout the district.
5.	Works collaboratively with schools and departments to support technology integration and innovation. 6.	Identifies and supports instructional applications for technology.
7.	Oversees implementation of District wide instructional technology needs in keeping with current standards in schools and Central Office
8.	Attend required staff meetings and serve, as appropriate, on staff committees.
9.	 Observe strictly, to avoid the appearance of conflict, all requirements of the School Ethics Act (N.J.S.A. 18A:12-21 et seq.) regarding conflicts of interest in employment,
10. purchasing and other decisions, including solicitation and acceptance of gifts and favors, and submit in a timely fashion the required annual disclosure statement regarding employment and financial interests.
11. Perform any duties that are within the scope of employment and certifications, as assigned by the Superintendent and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation.
12. Adhere to New Jersey School Law, State Board of Education Rules and Regulations, Board of Education Policies and Regulations, school regulations and procedures, and contractual obligations.
13. Deep understanding of information and instructional technology applied in an educational setting.
14. Ensures that the District’s IT Security policies and practices are current in order to protect the integrity of all systems.
15. Provides oversight and direction for integrated data communications networks and the use of integrated database management systems.
16. Designs and implements on-line quality assurance support programs including system and database security.
17. Implements and evaluates systems and procedures to protect data integrity, reliability and accessibility.
18. Evaluates technological changes, emerging technologies and best practices in computer and communication fields to recommend innovative and cost effective integration of new technologies.
19. Oversees all functional areas of information technology including software design and development, systems administration, project management, systems testing and application and network support.
20. Sets standards/guidelines for software development processes and deliverables and measure performance against these standards.
21. Manages the District’s centralized technology operating budget and recommends prudent fiscal approaches for long-term hardware and software acquisition and maintenance.
22. Oversees and manages the District’s Business Enterprise Applications and Network Services 23. Recommends for hire, supervises and evaluates the work of assigned staff.
24. Negotiates and manages service contracts to ensure best outcomes for District technology investments. 25. Serves as a strategic advisor, functional expert and thought partner to the Superintendent and
executive/management team regarding key data and accountability strategies, initiatives, and technology.

Position descriptions are established by the Human Resource Management Office and adopted by the Board of Education and are intended only to summarize the essential duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and requirements for the purpose of clarifying the general nature and scope of a position’s role as part of the overall organization. Position descriptions are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all tasks an employee might be expected to perform, and they do not limit the right of the employer/supervisor to assign additional tasks or otherwise to modify duties to be performed.
Individuals shall perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload. Every employee has a duty to perform all assigned tasks. The order, of essential functions and duties of the position as listed in the position description, is not designed or intended to rank the duties in any order of importance relative to each other.

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THE TEANECK PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT Human Resource Management
______________________________________________________________________________ TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Twelve-month position.

EVALUATION: The annual performance evaluation will be based on this position description, and any applicable Board of Education Policies.

Board Approved: November 14, 2018

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THE TEANECK PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT Human Resource Management

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Supervisor of Early Childhood/ Master Teacher

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1.	Hold a master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
2.	 Hold a New Jersey Administrative Certificate in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A 18A:27.1 et seq., and N.J.S.A Title 6 Chapter 11, with a supervisor endorsement (N.J.A.C 6:11-9.3 and 9.6).
3.	Hold a standard teaching certificate in Early Childhood or Elementary Education.
4.	Have at least five (5) years of successful teaching and/or administrative experience in the content area(s) to be supervised. 5.	Three (3) years experience in grants and funded programming, preferred.
6.	 Knowledge of the following pre-school curriculum programs: The Creative Curriculum, Curiosity Corner, HighScope Preschool Curriculum and/or Tools of the Mind.
7.	Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license with no serious violations.
8.	Demonstrate excellent leadership and organizational skills as well as the ability to motivate people.
9.	 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and program evaluation, child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis and research related to teaching and learning.
10. Exhibit a personality that exemplifed excellent interpersonal skills in order to engage with students, staff, administration, parents and the community.
11. Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both in spoken and in written English.
12. Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual and audio presentations and telecommunications.
13. Other qualifications as the Board and/or Superintendent of Schools finds appropriate.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

1.	Supervises and evaluates the operations of all preschool programs.
2.	Supervises the development, preparation and administration of the department’s budget.
3.	Prepares any statute or federal reports required to be filed consistent with applicable statue, code or Board policy. 4.	Prepares applicable reports for the Supervisor of Special Services, Supervisor of Special Education, Assistant
Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction and/or Superintendent of Schools. 5.	Supervises and evaluates the department’s personnel.
6.	Provides supervision of both in-district classrooms and out-of-district preschool classrooms through staff meetings, classroom visitations, observations and evaluations.
7.	Confers with in-district teachers, early childhood personnel, preschool child study team members on a regular basis to determine if goals of the program are being met.
8.	Assists in the coordination of the enrollment, registration and placement process for early childhood students and families. 9.	Oversees maintenance of copies and all records and forms related to the early childhood programs.
10. Assists professional staff in the development, evaluation and improvement of teaching techniques related to implementation of curricula and state standards.
11. Supervises the selection and use of all instructional materials, supplies, equipment, software, and inventory of the same. 12. Attends meetings, workshops and in-service programs relevant to early childhood, as requested by the New Jersey
Department of Education.
13. Monitors and implements the professional development programs for all early childhood personnel members. 14. Participates in staff meetings, principals meetings and special committee meetings as requested by the Assistant
Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction and/or the Superintendent of Schools. 15. Participates in recruitment, selection, appointment, and orientation of new teachers.
16. Maintains regular contact with all community agencies and providers relative to the area of early childhood education. 17. Implements and monitors all plans governing early childhood instruction and fiscal spending.
18. Participates with school principals in the recommendation or non-recommendation of non-tenured early childhood personnel and the evaluation of tenured personnel through observation, consultation and a review of reports.
19. Develops and improves curriculum in early childhood programs by directing and working with the appropriate supervisors, consultants, teachers, and other members of the professional staff.

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Position Description: Supervisor of Early Childhood/ Master Teacher

20. Coordinates with the Supervisor of Special Services, Supervisor of Special Education, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction and appropriate supervisors to ensure a smooth transition from preschool to grade 3 and beyond.
21. Analyze and interprets pre- and post- test data in conjunction with appropriate administrators and staff. 22. Completes mandated training programs as required by law.
23. Immediately notifies appropriate personnel and agencies and follow established procedures when there is evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide or individuals appearing to be under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances, or anabolic steroids.
24. Evaluates staff according to TeachNJ and recommends the removal or other such action(s) for staff members whose work is unsatisfactory according to established procedures.
25. Obtains and maintains certification for the Board approved employee evaluation system.
26. Completes and adheres to district mandates as directed by the Superintendent of Schools or designee (i.e., non-negotiables, bulletins, emails, goals, and objectives).
27. Performs all other duties that are assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.
28. Visits classrooms on a regular basis to coach and provide feedback to teachers to improve teaching practices through a reflective cycle.
29. Administers structured program evaluation instruments (in assigned classrooms) in the fall-winter to measure quality practices in preschool classrooms (e.g., ECERS-3, Tools of the Mind).
30. Uses performance-based assessment data and results of structured classroom observations to determine and support a high level of curriculum implementation.
31. Plans specific goals and training opportunities, including, but not limited to, modeling classroom practices and lessons, facilitating professional learning meetings, and planning and implementing workshops to improve weak areas as identified from structured observation instruments, curriculum observation instruments, performance-based assessment results, district evaluation data and other information.
32. Reflects on own professional development needs, attend workshops, read research articles consult with others, etc. 33. Completes any additional duties as directed by the Superintendent of Schools.

Position descriptions are established by the Human Resource Management Office and adopted by the Board of Education and are intended only to summarize the essential duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and requirements of the position for the purpose of clarifying the general nature and scope of a position’s role as part of the overall organization. Position descriptions are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all tasks an employee might be expected to perform, and they do not limit the right of the employer/supervisor to assign additional tasks or otherwise to modify duties to be performed. Individuals shall perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload. Every employee has a duty to perform all assigned tasks. The order of essential functions and duties of the position as listed in the position description is not designed or intended to rank the duties in any order of importance relative to each other.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Twelve-month position. Salary determined by negotiations between the Teaneck Board of Education and the Teaneck Association of Administrators and Supervisors.

EVALUATION:

The annual performance evaluation will be based upon this position description and any applicable State regulations and/or Board of Education policies.

Board Approved: 11/14/2018

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