Bainbridge-Guilford Central School Board of Education Meeting Minutes March 7, 2019
President Emily Hall called the March 7, 2019, meeting of the Board of Education to order at 6:35 PM in the Guilford Elementary School.

Board members in attendance were Tina Ammon, Shelly Bartow, Emily Hall, Keith Hanvey, Jeanne Shields and Kay Striegler. Rebecca Sullivan arrived at 6:43 PM.

Administrators in attendance were Tim Ryan, Jenn Henderson, Linda Maynard William Zakrajsek and Scott Graham.

On a motion by Shelly Bartow, seconded by Keith Hanvey, the Board of Education voted to go into executive session at 6:36 PM to discuss CSE recommendations, the Superintendent evaluation and the employment history of three particular persons. Yes –6, No – 0. Carried.

On a motion by Keith Hanvey, seconded by Kay Striegler, the Board of Education voted to return to open session at 7:20 PM. Yes –7, No – 0. Carried.

On a motion by Keith Hanvey, seconded by Kay Striegler, the Board of Education voted to approve the evening’s revised agenda. Yes –7, No – 0. Carried.

No guest comments this evening.

After reviewing the recommendation and documentation setting forth the recommendation, including a review of the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, and seeing that the appropriate safeguard rights were provided to the parent, the Board of Education took the following action on the following:
 Amendment with no meeting of: 01/22/19,02/15/19  CSE minutes of: 02/26/19, 02/27/19, 02/28/19
 CPSE minutes of: 02/26/19
 Subcommittee minutes of: 02/15/19, 02/26/19, 02/27/19, 02/28/19  504 Minutes: 02/15/19
On motion by Shelly Bartow, seconded by Kay Striegler, the Board of Education reviewed and arranged for the appropriate special education placements.
Yes – 7, No – 0. Carried.

Mr. Perry Dewey, DCMO BOCES District Superintendent, presented the Career Destinations program. This program is currently being piloted by three districts to promote regional growth of a skilled workforce. The intent is to curb the loss of population in upstate NY that threatens the region’s economy, schools and social programs; provide skilled workers to replace a retiring workforce; and to promote local job sustainability to retain high school and college graduates from relocating to other regions of the country.

Call to Order

Board Members in Attendance

Administrators in Attendance

Executive Session

Open Session

Order of the Agenda Established & Approved

Guest Comments

CSE Recommendations

Reports and Presentations

Mr. Ryan presented the BOCES services that the district uses annually. The district receives BOCES aid of 73% on the cost of these services. A table of costs spanning the last three years was presented. The district has 47 students this year that participate in the CTE program. The tuition cost for this program will be increasing next year by 6.45 %.

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LINKs members reported on the meeting on March 4, 2019. Topics included the Strategic plan section regarding academics, joint faculty meeting topics, computer based testing, and resiliency.

Emily Hall left at 8:56 PM.

Buildings Principals reported on the events in their buildings including: PARP and Read Across America promoting reading at home; Family Fun Night date change, Computer Based Testing trial, Safety initiatives, academic planning, and extracurricular and sports celebrations.

Mr. Ryan reported on the following items:
 A list of items included in Phase II of the Capital Project was presented to the BOE. Lee Stepp will be presenting the details of this next phase to the staff on April 24th.
 Several area businesses have been contacted requesting additional funding for the Ag Club. Specific needs were outlined in the request.
 The presentation to the Bainbridge Rotary on March 14 will include an update on what’s happening at B-G, the MOMO challenge alert, and increased Mental Health Services.
 The Budget Hearing will be on May 14 at 6 PM followed by a “follow-up” Safety Forum at 7 PM. Topics will include the introduction of the SRO, building safety initiatives, and an Internet Safety presentation led by State Trooper Shannon Hartz. Advertising will include the news media and we hope to have a large crowd.
 The Raptor visitor management system was presented to the Board. This system uses a scanner to flag sex offenders and other potentially unsafe visitors. The District plans to have this system in place in all school buildings by September.
 Follow-up from the BOE retreat last week was positive. Erin Morris is a very well spoken and knowledgeable attorney. The District really appreciates her expertise.
 There are 41 students in the After School Care Program. All payments are current. The students have a great time and it is hoped that more parents will take advantage of this program next year.
 Following a concern about bus driver pay, it was reported that our newly hired drivers and sub drivers are paid the same rate.
 Looking ahead to the April BOE meetings, the BOE will visit the welding shop on April 4 and the Bobcat Boutique on April 24.

On a motion by Tina Ammon, seconded by Shelly Bartow, the Board of Education voted to approve the following resolution:
Resolution committing to the purchase of Technology Equipment through the Instructional Technology Service from BT BOCES using a 5-year installment schedule for an estimated total amount of $156,846.20.
Yes-6, No-0. Carried. (See Attachment 1)

Business Office

On a motion by Shelly Bartow, seconded by Jeanne Shields, the Board of Education voted to approve the SEQRA Resolution for the 2019-20 $100K Capital Outlay Project as presented. Yes-6, No-0. Carried. (See Attachment 2)

On a motion by Shelly Bartow, seconded by Tina Ammon, the Board of Education voted to approve the SEQRA Resolution for a third Smart School Investment Plan (SSIP) submission as presented. Yes-6, No-0. Carried. (See Attachment 3)

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On a motion by Kay Striegler, seconded by Rebecca Sullivan, the Board of Education	Old Business voted to nominate Jeanne Shields as a candidate for the annual election of members of
the Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego Board of Cooperative Educational Services. Yes-6, No-0. Carried.

On a motion by Rebecca Sullivan, seconded by Shelly Bartow, the Board of Education voted to approve the district to reimburse substitutes ½ of the fee for fingerprinting services following 35 hours of substitute service. Substitute to submit a claim form to the Business Office when the sub has completed the 35 hours of work.
Yes-6, No-0. Carried.

On a motion by Jeanne Shields, seconded by Kay Striegler, the Board of Education	New Business voted to approve the Legal Notice of Budget and Board Member Election as
presented. Yes-6, No-0. Carried. (See attachment 4)

On a motion by Rebecca Sullivan, seconded by Jeanne Shields, the Board of Education voted to approve the change in the Instructional Calendar and have students in attendance on March 8, 2019 and May 24, 2019. Yes-6, No-0. Carried.

On a motion by Shelly Bartow, seconded by Kay Striegler, the Board of Education	Personnel voted to approve the following certified personnel appointments:
 The termination of Rhiannon LaCross effective 3/7/2019 due to LTA services no longer needed as per appointment.
 The appointment of Jennifer Sienko to the position of Licensed Teacher Assistant. Her appointment reads as follows:
Name: Jennifer Sienko
Position: Licensed Teacher Assistant Certification: Licensed Teacher Assistant – Level 1
Date of Commencement of Appointment: March 8, 2019 Salary: $18,500
Vice: T. Kutz
 The resignation of Sondra Scholpp, Kindergarten Teacher, effective 6/30/2019. Yes-6, No-0. Carried.

On a motion by Kay Striegler, seconded by Rebecca Sullivan, the Board of Education voted to approve the following non-certified personnel appointments:
 RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the agreement by and between M.K. Ives and the District, accepts her resignation effective April 30, 2019, and approves payment thereunder. The Board authorizes the Superintendent to execute said Agreement.
 The appointment of Molly O’Hara to the position of Teacher Aide PT (SUB) effective March 8, 2019. Background check is complete.
 The unpaid leave of absence for Tina Lutz Mar 1-31, 2019.
 The resignation of Jennifer Sienko, Teacher Aide, effective March 7, 2019. Yes-6, No-0. Carried.

The following Planning items were discussed:	Planning Board Events

Mar 4 - LINKS
Mar 19 – School Board Institute – Ryan, Rideout, Hanvey, Shields
Mar 20 – Health and Safety Committee – 6:00 PM – RESCHEDULED from Mar 13 March 26 – DCMO BOCES Educational Forum @ GMU – RSVP by Mar 11th April 30 – Chenango County School Board Association Dinner meeting
BOE terms expiring: Hall, Striegler, Bartow (one year appointment)

School Events
Mar 8 – Staff Development Day
Mar 15 – Superintendent Coffee 9 AM @ Guilford Mar 15 – YES! Leads Movie Night
Mar 16 – Yearbook Pancake Breakfast

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Mr. Ryan shared with the BOE the Senior Honor Society’s names for the hallways in the Jr-Sr High School. These names provide a fun reference for new 7th Graders to help them find specific offices and areas in the Jr-Sr High Building.

On a motion by Shelly Bartow, seconded by Rebecca Sullivan, the Board of	Adjournment Education voted to adjourn at 9:45 PM. Yes – 6, No – 0. Carried.

Respectfully Submitted,

Susan L. Weibel District Clerk

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