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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE

RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION NOVEMBER 12, 2007

A regular meeting of the Board of Education was held on Monday evening, November 12, 2007 in the High School Cafeteria. Meeting was called to order by President Casadonte at 7:35 P.M. with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. On roll call the following members were present: Mrs. Ahmed, Mr. Casadonte, Mrs. Cevasco, Mr. Jasko, Mrs. Jones, Mr. McLean, Mr. Novosielski, and Mrs. Williams. Dr. Fiume was absent for the entire meeting. Also present were Ms. O’Keefe and Mr. Brown. N.J. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS LAW The New Jersey Open Public Meetings Law was enacted to ensure the right of the public to have advance notice of and to attend the meeting of public bodies at which any business affecting their interests is discussed or acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of this Act, the Rutherford Board of Education has caused notice of this meeting to be published by having the date, time and place thereof posted on the bulletin board outside the Borough Clerk's Office, mailed to the News Leader, Herald, South Bergenite, and the Record newspapers, and filed with the Borough Clerk. TAPING AND BROADCASTING OF MEETINGS As approved by the Rutherford Board of Education, we are taping and broadcasting our worksessions and regular meetings. These meetings will be broadcast without editing during a two-hour time segment on Tuesday evenings at 8:00 PM on the Comcast public access channel. At the conclusion of the two-hour segment, the broadcast will end regardless of what part of the meeting is currently being viewed due to the Comcast time constraint. Any member of the public who wishes to view the two-hour tape should make a written request to the Board Secretary who will have a copy of the tape made available within two weeks of the request. There will be a nominal fee charged for this tape reproduction. We welcome comments from residents viewing the broadcast. MINUTES APPROVAL 1. Resolution by Mr. Novosielski, seconded by Mrs. Cevasco.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION that the minutes of the Worksession Meeting and Executive Session of November 5, 2007 be approved as recorded.

Roll Call Vote: Mrs. Ahmed – aye Dr. Fiume – absent Mr. McLean – aye Mr. Casadonte – abstain Mr. Jasko – abstain Mr. Novosielski – aye Mrs. Cevasco – aye Mrs. Jones – aye Mrs. Williams – aye

The Special Presentation, Board Self-Evaluation - Cathie Sousa - NJ School Boards Association, has been rescheduled to January 2008. REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT Pres. Casadonte read a thank you note from retired teacher Eileen Corbran. Pres. Casadonte announced that the Fall Awards Dinner will be held on Thursday, November 29, 2007. Pres. Casadonte recognized several student award winners and the successful RHS Girls Soccer and

Volleyball teams. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: (Agenda Items Only) 7:44 P.M. No comments made. NEW BUSINESS (Action to be Taken) PERSONNEL: Motion by Mrs. Ahmed, seconded by Mr. Novosielski to move the following

resignations, retirements, salary adjustments, reassignments, appointments, etc., pending approval from the State Department of Education, subject to the New Jersey Criminal Background Check and other legal requirements.

Approved. Motion by Mrs. Ahmed, seconded by Mrs. Williams to approve Personnel Items #1 through #15. SALARY CHANGES 1. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to make

the following salary changes effective 9/1/07 through 6/30/08 due to attainment of degrees or additional credits: Nancy Kenny From: $83,821 (step 16, level 4) To: $89,000 (step 16, level 5) through 12/1/07 After: 12/1/07 $90,250 (step 16, level 5) Includes $1,250 (longevity 18 pro-rated))

EMERGENT HIRES 1A. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to employ the following applicant(s) under the emergent hiring law as per the State Department of Education:

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Joanie Dunn - Substitute Teacher & Substitute Teacher Assistant Caitlin Gearity - Substitute Teacher & Substitute Teacher Assistant Marie Liloia - Substitute Teacher


SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS 2. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to employ the following as substitute teacher(s) effective 11/13/07 at the per diem rate of $80.00 and in accordance with law:

James Ahearn Matthew Dalmedo Meghan Lynch Linda D’Astolfo Kenya Carruthers Alyssa Vitale Danitza Ricigliano Russell Rieger

Jovan Germinario Ellen Farrell Erica Zahorian Sheila Cuccinelli Joanie Dunn Caitlin Gearity Marie Liloia

LUNCH MONITORS 3. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to employ

the following as lunch monitors effective 11/1/07 at the hourly rate of $8.65 (step 1) except as otherwise noted:

Diane Hegazy - Union School Jeanette Romero - Union School Margaret DeSteno - Pierrepont School Lauren Stio - Pierrepont School Maria Kisielewski - Lincoln School Manuela Duroy - Pierrepont School - $8.95 per hour (step 2) HOME INSTRUCTORS 4. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to employ

the following as home instructors for the 2007-2008 school year at the hourly rate of $35.00:

Raymond Meyer SUB LUNCH MONITORS 5. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to employ

the following as substitute lunch monitors for the 2007-2008 school year at the hourly rate of $8.00:

Michele Winand MICHELE WINAND 6. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to employ

Ms. Michele Winand as a part-time (up to 19.5 hours per week) clerical assistant at Lincoln School effective 10/15/07 at the hourly rate of $15.42 (step 1). This is a replacement position.

JAMES AHEARN 7. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to employ

Mr. James Ahearn as an Attendance Officer for the district effective immediately at the hourly rate of $15.00. This is a replacement position.

MARY KOTSOPULOS 8. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to employ

Mrs. Mary Kotsopulos as a long-term substitute ESL teacher for the district effective 10/29/07 through 11/30/07 at the per diem rate of $207.00.

CST SERVICE PROVIDER 9. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to approve an increase in the fee of Dr. Batul S. Ladak, service provider for the Child Study Team, from $375.00 per evaluation to $400.00 per evaluation effective 1/1/08.

COACHING ASSIGNMENT 10. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve the following coaching assignments for the 2007-2008 school year: Allison Seaman - Asst. Girl’s Softball - $4,218 (step 1) Justin Van Dyk - Asst. Boy’s Indoor Track - $3,956 (step 1)

SUB BUS DRIVER 11. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve the following as a substitute bus driver effective 11/5/07 at the hourly rate of $18.00:

Patricia Chadwick H.S. CO-CURRICULAR 12. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

appoint Ms. Tracey Turner as the Senior Play Choreographer for the 2007-2008 school year at the stipend of $1,150.00.

PARISI SPEED SCHOOL 13. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to enter

into an agreement with Parisi Speed School to provide speed and strength training programs for our athletes effective 11/15/07 through 6/30/08 for an annual fee not to exceed $18,000.00 (pro-rated).

COURTNEY HUBBARD 14. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve Ms. Courtney Hubbard as a long-term temporary teacher assistant at


Washington School effective 11/1/07 for 6.25 hours per day, 5 days per week, at the hourly rate of $16.10 (step 1).


SUB TEACHER ASSISTANT 15. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to employ the following as substitute teacher assistants effective 11/13/07 at the hourly rate of $9.00:

Joanie Dunn Caitlin Gearity Roll Call Vote Personnel Items #1-#15:

Mrs. Ahmed – aye Dr. Fiume – absent Mr. McLean – aye Mr. Casadonte – aye Mr. Jasko – aye Mr. Novosielski – aye Mrs. Cevasco – aye, no Item #13 Mrs. Jones – aye Mrs. Williams – aye

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION: Motion by Mrs. Williams, seconded by Mrs. Cevasco to approve Curriculum and Instruction Items #1

through #7. SCHOOL GOALS AND 1. Resolution by M______, seconded by M______. OBJECTIVES BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to approve

the following school goals and objectives for the 2007-2008 school year: Rutherford High School Objective #1 - By June 2008, 94% of Rutherford High School students will demonstrate an increased proficiency in mathematics and language arts by achieving a level of proficient or advanced proficient on the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA). Objective #2 - By June 2008, graduating seniors will demonstrate an increased understanding and demonstration of citizenship within the school and community as measured by:

A. A 15% increase in participation in school service clubs B. A 15% increase in participation in community service activities C. A 10% decrease in the number of students late to school more than four times in one year

Pierrepont School

Objective #1 - By June 2008, 90% of general education students in grades four through eight will demonstrate proficiency in language arts literacy by achieving a level of proficient or advanced proficient on the NJASK. Objective #2 - By June 2008, 90% of general education students in grades four through eight will demonstrate proficiency in mathematics by achieving a level of proficient or advanced proficient on the NJASK. Objective #3 - By June 2008, 50% of special education students will demonstrate individualized improvement by achieving a level of proficiency or an increased scale score in the NJASK in language arts literacy and math. Union School Objective #1 - By June 2008, on the NJASK 8 Mathematics, 20% of the students will achieve Advanced Proficient level. Objective #2 - By June 2008, on the NJASK 8 Language Arts Test, 12% of the students will achieve at the Advanced Proficient level. Objective #3 - By June 2008, the 6-8 Special Education Subgroup scores on the Mathematics and Language Arts NJASK, will improve 10% to keep us at safe harbor status. Lincoln School Objective #1 - Over the last three years, the grade 3 results for the “Geometry & Measurement” section of the NJASK has decreased for “All Students”. For the 2007-2008 school year, our goal will be to improve our score in the “Geometry & Measurement” section of NJASK. We want to attain a score, which is one point higher (5.5) than the 4.5 points earned this past school year. In case the number of questions changes from the current 8, we are looking to score at least a 69. Objective #2 - By June 2008, the percentage of points earned for “Writing: Content, Development and Language Conventions” on the 2nd grade NJ Pass will increase by 5 percentage points. Washington School Objective #1 - By June 2008, 85% of the total students in grade 2 will demonstrate proficiency in language arts literacy by scoring in the proficient or advanced performance levels on the NJ PASS. Objective #2 - By June 2008, 37.5% of the resource room and self-contained special education students in grade 3 will demonstrate proficiency in language arts literacy by scoring in the proficient or advanced proficient levels on the NJASK3 Test.


Objective #3 - Develop a school wide writing program with specific benchmarks for each grade level. A portfolio would be created and maintained for each child. The individual student portfolio would be passed on with the student from grade level to grade level and eventually on with him/her to Union School. This writing program will be designed to serve as a growth model for students within their grade level as well as over their range of grades at Washington School. It will be developed by a committee in the fall of 2007 for implementation over the 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 school years.


HOME INSTRUCTION 2. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to approve home instruction for the following students (names on file in the Office of the Superintendent): Student “C” - effective 10/17/07 Student “D” - effective 10/15/07 Student “E” - effective 10/30/07

PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION 3. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve an SERVICES, INC. agreement between the Rutherford Board of Education and Professional Education

Services, Inc. to provide bedside instruction services to students enrolled in High Focus Centers effective 9/1/07 through 9/1/08 at the hourly rate of $38.00.

OVERNIGHT TRIP 4. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve two overnight trips for members of the athletic program. Events are limited to athletes who qualify for state championships and coaches will serve as chaperons.

Wrestling: Atlantic City - 2/28, 3/1 & 3/2/08 Track: Egg Harbor Twp. - 5/30-31/08 OUT-OF-DISTRICT PLACEMENT 5. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve the following out-of-district placement (name on file in the office of special services):

Student #2000421 - East Mountain School at Carrier Clinic - Tuition: $47,404.80 (pro-rated) - effective 9/28/07 Student #2007012 - CP Center Belleville - Tuition: $44,344.80 - effective 11/12/07 Student #2007004 - SBJC Rutherford - Tuition: $15,620.00 - effective 10/29/07 Student #2007016 - CP Center Fairlawn - Tuition: $60,400.40 + Trans. - effective 10/23/07 NJSIAA DRUG TESTING 6. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve sample selection to take place at Rutherford High School to allow participation in the NJSIAA Random Performance Enhancing Drug Testing Program (the selection will take place a week or days before of the students participating in a state championship competition).

QAAR 7. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve the Quality Assurance Annual Report for 2006-2007. Roll Call Vote Curriculum and Instruction Items #1-#7:

Mrs. Ahmed – aye Dr. Fiume – absent Mr. McLean – aye Mr. Casadonte – aye Mr. Jasko – aye Mr. Novosielski – aye Mrs. Cevasco – aye Mrs. Jones – aye Mrs. Williams – aye

FINANCE: Motion by Mr. Jasko, seconded by Mrs. Ahmed to approve Finance Items #1 through #5. APPROVAL OF BILLS 1. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION that the

bills listed below be approved. Accounts Payable $557,953.95 Offline Checks 20,000.00 Payroll 217.88 General Activities 1,671.63 Total $579,843.46 2006-2007 AUDIT 2. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION that it

acknowledges receipt of the 2006-2007 school year audit. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Education acknowledges that there is

one audit recommendation, and that a Corrective Action Plan will be filed with the County.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Education acknowledges the audit recommendation (1) that all funds received by the district should be deposited on a timely basis.

BE IT STILL FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION approves the attached Corrective Action Plan for the aforementioned recommendation.

LAN ASSOCIATES 3. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to employ

LAN Associates, 445 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park, NJ to provide engineering services for the replacement of two (2) boilers on the Mortimer Avenue side of


Rutherford High School. The total fees would not exceed $25,700 and are broken down as follows:

Fee to prepare permit application to the New Jersey Department of Education $ 1,800 Fee for design services up to and including attendance at the bid opening $18,400 Construction Management Services $ 5,500 Total $25,700


SECY/TREAS. REPORT 4. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION that it has received and accepts the financial reports of the Secretary and Treasurer of School

Monies for the month ending August 2007, and September 2007, and certifies that the reports indicate that no major account or fund is overexpended in violation of NJAC 6:20-2.13 and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district's financial obligations for the remainder of the school year.

Summary pages attached in official minute book. Detailed summary in the office of

the Board Secretary. YMCA LIFEGUARD 5. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to enter into an SHARED SERVICES agreement with the Meadowlands Area YMCA to participate in shared services for

lifeguard coverage for the district’s elementary swim program at an annual cost of $9,540.

Roll Call Vote Finance Items #1-#5:


POLICY: Motion by Mr. Novosielski, seconded by Mrs. Ahmed to approve Policy Items #1 through #12 on second reading. RELATIONS WITH VENDORS 1. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve the following revisions to Policy #3227 Relations with Vendors on second reading:

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS/OPERATIONS RUTHERFORD 3327

RELATIONS WITH VENDORS The board of education wishes to maintain good working relations with vendors who supply materials and services to the school system. Constructive efforts by the administration to seek the advice and counsel of vendors about how to improve such relationships are encouraged. In the schools, vendors shall be seen by appointment only. Vendors who call upon a school shall be governed by policy #1250. Teachers or supervisors of instruction who have invited vendors to call should notify the principal's office in advance so that proper courtesies may be extended. No agents, canvassers, or vendors shall have access to teachers during their classes. No business concern which solicits or gains business through the school system shall use school facilities for this purpose. All business organizations shall be registered with the State and shall provide proof of that registration before the Board may enter into a contract with that business. Nondiscrimination All vendors shall supply assurances that they do not practice discrimination as described in the administrative code. All vendors shall be informed that harassment of any kind of district pupils or employees by their representatives is prohibited. Adopted: November 11, 2002 Revised: November 12, 2007 Legal References: N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. Law Against Discrimination See particularly: N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 through -35 N.J.S.A. 18A:6-8 Interest of school officers, etc., in sale of textbooks or supplies, royalties N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:12-2 Inconsistent interests or office prohibited N.J.S.A. 18A:12-21 et seq. School Ethics Act N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-1 et seq. Public Schools Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 18A:54-20 Powers of board (county vocational schools) N.J.A.C. 6:4-1.6(c) Employment/contract practices N.J.A.C. 6:8-4.1 Review of mandated programs and services N.J.A.C. 6A:28-1.1 et seq. School Ethics Commission N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1 et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.8 (b) Equality in employment and contract practices N.JS.A. 52:32-44 (b) Business Registration for providers of goods and services Manual for the Evaluation of Local School Districts (August 2000)


Multi-year Equity Plan for the Academic Years 2000-2001 through 2002-2003, New Jersey State Department of Education Division of Student Services Office of Bilingual Education and Equity Issues


RECRUITMENT, 2. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to approve the SELECTION AND HIRING following revisions to Policy #4111 Recruitment, Selection and Hiring on second reading: BOARD OF EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RUTHERFORD 4111

RECRUITMENT, SELECTION AND HIRING The board believes that the quality of the professional staff in large part determines the quality of the education offered district pupils. Therefore, the chief school administrator shall have the responsibility of locating and recruiting the best qualified candidates to provide for the identified needs of district pupils. Provisional teaching candidates shall be given equal consideration with all other candidates for teaching positions. The chief school administrator shall follow all requirements of the administrative code in providing the necessary training program for all teachers hired with provisional certificates. All teachers hired by the board for programs in the district supported with Title I, part A funds shall be highly qualified, as defined by federal law. All teachers of core academic subjects (English, reading/language arts, mathematics, science, foreign languages, civics/government, economics, arts, history and government) hired by the board shall be highly qualified. It shall be the duty of the chief school administrator to see that persons nominated for employment shall meet all qualifications established by state or federal law, including the completion of a criminal history check, proof of citizenship or eligible alien status, and certification for the type of position for which nomination is made. The chief school administrator shall recommend for employment those individuals who, in his/her opinion, are best qualified to fill the vacancy without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait of any individual, disability or because of genetic information or refusal to submit to or make available the results of a genetic test, or other conditions not related to the duties and responsibilities of the job. The chief school administrator shall prepare and maintain job descriptions that define the duties, responsibilities and qualifications required for each position. The board shall adopt those job descriptions required by law or code and others as appropriate. The chief school administrator in determining the candidates to be nominated shall seek information whenever possible from the candidate's prior employers. The board shall affirm employment and initial placement on the salary guide by a recorded roll call majority vote of the full membership of the board. The board shall appoint all staff members only from nominations made by the chief school administrator. Should a nominee be rejected, it shall be the duty of the chief school administrator to make other nominations. Adopted: October 7, 2002 Revised: November 12, 2007 Legal References: N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. Law Against Discrimination N.J.S.A. 18A:3-15.2 Fraudulently issued, obtained, forged or altered degree or

certification; use in connection with business or occupation N.J.S.A. 18A:6-5 Inquiry as to religion and religious tests prohibited N.J.S.A. 18A:6-6 No sex discrimination N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1, -7.5 Criminal history record; employee in regular contact with

pupils; grounds for disqualification from employment; exception

N.J.S.A. 18A:6-76.1 Deadline for notification to students of requirements of provisional certificate and induction program ... N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:13-40 General powers and duties of board of newly created

regional districts N.J.S.A. 18A:16-1 Officers and employees in general N.J.S.A. 18A:26-1, -1.1, -2 Citizenship of teachers, etc. ... N.J.S.A. 18A:27-1 et seq. Employment and Contracts See particularly: N.J.S.A. 18A:27-4.1 N.J.S.A. 18A:54-20 Powers of board (county vocational schools) N.J.S.A. 26:8A-1 et seq. Domestic Partnership Act N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1 et seq. Managing for Equality and Equity in Education See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.4,-1.8 N.J.A.C. 6A:9-6.1 et seq. Types of Certificates


N.J.A.C. 6A:9-8.1 et seq. Requirements for Instructional Certification N.J.A.C. 6A:9-11.1 et seq.Exceptions for the Requirements for the Instructional Certificate N.J.A.C. 6A:9-12.1 et seq.Requirements for Administrative Certification N.J.A.C. 6A:10A-1.1et seq.Improving Standards-Driven Instruction and Literacy and

Increasing Efficiency in Abbott School Districts See particularly: N.J.A.C 6A:10A-2.1 through -2.4, -5.4 N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1 et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-4.1 Employment of teaching staff N.J.A.C. 6A:32-4.8 Support residencies for regularly certified, inexperienced first-year

principals N.J.A.C. 6A:32-5.1 Standards for determining seniority

42 U.S.C.A. 2000e et seq. - Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended by the Equal Employment Opportunities Act of 1972

29 U.S.C.A. 794 et seq. - Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 8 U.S.C.A. 1100 et seq. - Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 42 U.S.C.A. 12101 et seq. - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Pub. L. 107-110 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq.

Old Bridge Education Association v. Old Bridge Township Bd. of Ed., 1986 S.L.D. 1917 Taxman v. Piscataway Bd. of Ed., 91 F. 3d 1547 (3d Cir. 1996) Manual for the Evaluation of Local School Districts (August 2000) CERTIFICATION 3. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to approve

the following revisions to Policy #4112.2 Certification on second reading: BOARD OF EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RUTHERFORD 4112.2

CERTIFICATION The certification of teachers and other personnel in the public schools of New Jersey is a protective measure for the children, the community, and the staff members themselves. All personnel hired shall have proper certification as required by the state board of education. Validity of certification must be verified with the county office. The chief school administrator must receive valid evidence of proper certification or qualifications to pursue the alternative route to certification before presenting a candidate to the board. Provisionally Certified Teachers The board of education encourages the employment of newly prepared teachers for service in their first year of employment under a one-year provisional certificate. The chief school administrator/designee shall prepare and submit a plan to the state department of education ensuring adequate training of provisional teachers. Mentoring Novice Teachers In order to enhance student achievement of the Core Curriculum Content Standards by Enhancing the skills of inexperienced teachers, identifying exemplary teaching skills and practices necessary for excellent teaching and assist novice teachers in adjusting to the challenges of teaching, the board shall ensure the development of a mentoring plan for all novice teachers employed in the district, and an individual professional improvement plan (PIP) within 60 days of the board’s approval of the teacher’s employment contract. The plan shall provide each novice teacher with in-person contact with a mentor teacher (who may be a retired teacher or administrator) who shall provide confidential support and guidance to the novice teacher. The plan shall be developed by the local Professional Development Committee, approved by the board, and aligned with the professional standards for teachers as set forth in administrative code. Included in the plan shall be criteria for selection and training of mentor teachers. Implementation of the district mentor plan shall be in compliance with the administrative code and included in the Quality Assurance Annual Report. The board shall annually submit a report with required data to the State Department of Education on the effectiveness of the local mentoring plan. State funds appropriated for the novice teacher mentoring program shall be applied in accordance with law and code. Special Education


All personnel serving students with disabilities shall be appropriately certified and licensed, where a license is required. Adopted: October 7, 2002 Revised: November 14, 2005 Revised: November 12, 2007 Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:6-38 Powers and duties of the board; issuance and

revocation of certificate; rules and regulations N.J.S.A. 18A:6-39 Issuance of certificates to non-citizens N.J.S.A. 18A:6-76.1 Deadlines for notification to students of

requirements of provisional certificate and induction program; submission of induction program plan to school districts and Department of Education; coordination of mentor training program

N.J.S.A. 18A:26-1, -2, -8.1, -9 Citizenship of teachers, etc. ... N.J.S.A. 18A:26-2.1 et al. Supervisory certificate required for appointment as director of athletics ... N.J.S.A. 18A:27-2 Employment without certificate prohibited N.J.S.A. 18A:29-1 Uncertified teacher denied salary N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-4 Pre-service training of future teachers; teaching certificate requirements N.J.A.C. 6:30-2.1(a)8 Purpose and program descriptions (Adult education

programs) N.J.A.C. 6:3-1.6 Reporting and staffing of school districts N.J.A.C. 6A:9-1.1et seq. Professional Licensure and Standards See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:9-3.3, 6A:9-8.4 N.J.A.C. 6A:10A-2.2 Preschool programs N.J.A.C. 6A:14-1.1 et seq. Special Education N.J.A.C. 6:30-2.1(a)8 Purpose and program descriptions (Adult education programs) N.J.A.C. 6A:24-3.3 Early childhood education programs N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1 et seq.Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-4.1(d) Employment of teaching staff N.J.A.C. 6A:32-12.1 et seq. Reporting requirements

Old Bridge Education Association v. Old Bridge Township Bd. of Ed., 1986 S.L.D. 1917 Manual for the Evaluation of Local School Districts (August 2000) EMPLOYEE HEALTH 4. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve the following revisions to Policy #4112.4 Employee Health on second reading:

BOARD OF EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RUTHERFORD 4112.4/page 1 of 3

EMPLOYEE HEALTH

Examinations When a candidate has been given a conditional offer of employment, he/she shall be required to submit to a medical evaluation and a physical examination. This physical examination may include testing for controlled dangerous substances as they are defined in the criminal code. Employees may be required to undergo an annual physical examination. The results of all required employee medical examinations shall be made known to the chief school administrator on a confidential basis, discussed with the employee, and made a part of his/her confidential medical record. Records and reports of examinations shall be filed with the district medical inspector as confidential information but shall be available to and reported to appropriate health agencies as required by law. In the event an employee of the board has been determined to have a mental abnormality or communicable disease or exhibits symptoms of substance abuse and, if in the opinion of the district medical inspector such condition makes the employee unfit for continued employment, the board may remove the employee from further service as provided by law or grant leave as provided by law during the period of unfitness. An employee determined to be unfit must provide the board with satisfactory proof of recovery before reinstatement will be allowed.


In order to protect the pupils and staff in the district schools, all regulations of the state department of education, the state department of health and the local board of health shall be scrupulously observed, particularly those dealing with contagious/infectious diseases. Staff who have been identified as having a communicable disease shall not be permitted continued employment unless they qualify under the above agencies' rules pertaining to periods of incubation, communicability, quarantine and reporting. Teachers who are absent for more than ten consecutive days are required to provide medical documentation stating the reason for the absence and the anticipated date of return. Such teachers will be required to request a leave of absence until the designated return date. Teachers who are absent due to illness on the day prior to or immediately after a school holiday may be required to provide medical documentation stating the reason for the absence. When required examinations are performed by a physician designated by the board, the board shall bear the expense. Should an employee prefer to see his/her own physician, with board approval, the employee shall bear the expense. Occupational Containment of Bloodborne Pathogens The board is committed to provide a safe and healthful work environment for staff. In pursuit of this endeavor, an Exposure Control Plan (ECP) shall be provided to eliminate or minimize occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens in accordance with federal regulations. The ECP is a key document to assist the district in implementing and ensuring compliance with the OSHA bloodborne pathogens standard, thereby protecting employees. This ECP includes: A. Identification of tasks, procedures and job classifications where occupational exposure to blood occurs; B. Procedures for evaluating the circumstances surrounding an exposure incident; and C. The schedule and method for implementing the specific sections of the standard, including: 1. Methods of compliance; 2. Hepatitis B vaccination; 3. Post-exposure evaluation and follow-up; 4. Hazard communication requirements; 5. Effective employee training; 6. Recordkeeping. The ECP shall be reviewed annually to ensure that it reflects use of the most current medical technology. Adopted: October 7, 2002 Revised: November 12, 2007 Legal References: N.J.S.A. 2C:35-1 et seq. Controlled dangerous substances N.J.S.A. 18A:16-2 Physical examinations; requirement N.J.S.A. 18A:16-3 Character of examinations N.J.S.A. 18A:16-4 Sick leave; dismissal N.J.S.A. 18A:16-5 Records of examinations N.J.S.A. 18A:40-10 Exclusion of teachers and pupils exposed to disease N.J.S.A. 18A:66-39 Disability retirement N.J.S.A. 26:4-1 "Communicable disease" defined N.J.S.A. 26:4-6 Prohibiting attendance of teachers or pupils N.J.S.A. 26:4-15 Reporting of communicable diseases by physicians N.J.S.A. 26:5c-1 et seq. Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.1 et seq. School Employee Physical Examinations See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.3 through –4A.4 N.J.A.C. 6A:16-1.4(a)4 District policies and procedures N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.3(e) Required school health services N.J.A.C. 8:61-1.1et seq. Participation and Attendance at School by Individuals with

HIV Infection N.J.A.C. 12:100-4.2 Safety and Health Standards for Public Employees (Adoption by reference) 42 U.S.C.A. 12101 et seq. - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 29 CFR 1910.1030 - Bloodborne Pathogen Standard


School Board of Nassau County v. Arline, 480 U.S. 273 (1987) Elizabeth v. Elizabeth Fire Officers Association, 10 NJPER 15022

HIV Policy and Practice: Regulatory Requirements for New Jersey Public Schools, SDOE Division of Student Services, Sept. 1996, Doc. #P101400-31 EMPLOYEE HEALTH 5. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve the following revisions to Policy #4212.4 Employee Health on second reading:

BOARD OF EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RUTHERFORD 4212.4

EMPLOYEE HEALTH Examinations When a candidate has been given a conditional offer of employment, he/she shall be required to submit to a medical evaluation and a physical examination. This physical examination may include testing for controlled dangerous substances as they are defined in the criminal code. Employees may be required to undergo an annual physical examination. The results of all required employee medical examinations shall be made known to the chief school administrator on a confidential basis, discussed with the employee, and made a part of his/her confidential medical record. Records and reports of examinations shall be filed with the district medical inspector as confidential information but shall be available to and reported to appropriate health agencies as required by law. In the event an employee of the board has been determined to have a mental abnormality or communicable disease or exhibits symptoms of substance abuse and, if in the opinion of the district medical inspector such condition makes the employee unfit for continued employment, the board may remove the employee from further service as provided by law or grant leave as provided by law during the period of unfitness. An employee determined to be unfit must provide the board with satisfactory proof of recovery before reinstatement will be allowed. In order to protect the pupils and staff in the district schools, all regulations of the state department of education, the state department of health and the local board of health shall be scrupulously observed, particularly those dealing with contagious/infectious diseases. Staff who have been identified as having a communicable disease shall not be permitted continued employment unless they qualify under the above agencies' rules pertaining to periods of incubation, communicability, quarantine and reporting. Staff members who are absent for more than ten consecutive days are required to provide medical documentation stating the reason for the absence and the anticipated date of return. Such employees will be required to request a leave of absence until the designated return date. Staff members who are absent due to illness on the day prior to or immediately after a school holiday may be required to provide medical documentation stating the reason for the absence. When required examinations are performed by a physician designated by the board, the board shall bear the expense. Should an employee prefer to see his/her own physician, with board approval, the employee shall bear the expense. Occupational Containment of Bloodborne Pathogens The board is committed to provide a safe and healthful work environment for staff. In pursuit of this endeavor, an Exposure Control Plan (ECP) shall be provided to eliminate or minimize occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens in accordance with federal regulations. The ECP is a key document to assist the district in implementing and ensuring compliance with the OSHA bloodborne pathogens standard, thereby protecting employees. This ECP includes: A. Identification of tasks, procedures and job classifications where occupational exposure to blood occurs; B. Procedures for evaluating the circumstances surrounding an exposure incident; and C. The schedule and method for implementing the specific sections of the standard, including: 1. Methods of compliance; 2. Hepatitis B vaccination; 3. Post-exposure evaluation and follow-up; 4. Hazard communication requirements; 5. Effective employee training;


6. Recordkeeping. The ECP shall be reviewed annually to ensure that it reflects use of the most current medical technology. Adopted: October 7, 2002 Revised: November 12, 2007 Legal References: N.J.S.A. 2C:35-1 et seq. Controlled dangerous substances N.J.S.A. 18A:16-2 Physical examinations; requirement N.J.S.A. 18A:16-3 Character of examinations N.J.S.A. 18A:16-4 Sick leave; dismissal N.J.S.A. 18A:16-5 Records of examinations N.J.S.A. 18A:40-10 Exclusion of teachers and pupils exposed to disease N.J.S.A. 18A:66-39 Disability retirement N.J.S.A. 26:4-1 "Communicable disease" defined N.J.S.A. 26:4-6 Prohibiting attendance of teachers or pupils N.J.S.A. 26:4-15 Reporting of communicable diseases by physicians N.J.S.A. 26:5c-1 et seq. Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.1 et seq. School Employee Physical Examinations See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.3, -4A.4(b)(c) N.J.A.C. 6A:16-1.4(a)4 District policies and procedures N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.3(e) Required school health services N.J.A.C. 8:57-2.1 et seq. Reporting of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome and

Infection with Human Immunodeficiency Virus N.J.A.C. 8:61-1.1 et seq. Participation and Attendance at School by Individuals

with HIV Infection N.J.A.C. 12:100-4.2 Safety and Health Standards for Public Employees (Adoption by reference) 42 U.S.C.A. 12101 et seq. - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 29 CFR 1910.1030 - Bloodborne Pathogen Standard School Board of Nassau County v. Arline, 480 U.S. 273 (1987) Elizabeth v. Elizabeth Fire Officers Association, 10 NJPER 15022 HIV Policy and Practice: Regulatory Requirements for New Jersey Public Schools, SDOE Division of Student Services, Sept. 1996, Doc. #P101400-31 EMPLOYEE SUBSTANCE 6. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve the ABUSE following revisions to Policy #4119.23 Employee Substance Abuse on second

reading: BOARD OF EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RUTHERFORD 4119.23

EMPLOYEE SUBSTANCE ABUSE

General - All Employees The use of alcoholic beverages in school worksites is prohibited. Violations of this prohibition may subject an employee to disciplinary action which may include but is not limited to nonrenewal, suspension, or termination at the discretion of the board. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession of, use of or sale of any narcotic drug, hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana or any other controlled substance on or in school worksites is prohibited. Any violation may subject an employee to participation in a drug rehabilitation program and disciplinary action including but not limited to nonrenewal, suspension, or termination at the discretion of the board of education. For the purposes of this policy "worksite" shall include any school building, or any school premises and any school-owned vehicles or any other school-approved vehicle used to transport students to and from school or school activities. Worksite also includes off-school property during any school-sponsored or school-approved activity, event or function such as a field trip or athletic event, where students are under the jurisdiction of the school district. The board of education, as a result of criminal convictions of any criminal drug statute violation by an employee occurring outside of the worksite, may discipline said employee. Disciplinary action may include, but is not limited to nonrenewal, suspension, or termination at the discretion of the board. Illegal gambling is not permitted in or on the school worksite.


Smoking by employees in school buildings, in school vehicles or on school grounds is prohibited. The chief school administrator shall establish a drug-free awareness program which includes notice of the dangers of drug abuse in the workplace and available drug counseling programs and shall distribute this policy to all employees annually. New employees shall be provided with a copy of this policy prior to beginning work assignments. Work Performance in Connection with a Federal Grant In order for the school district to qualify for any direct federal grant, the district must certify that it will provide a drug-free workplace and maintain a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace. To this end, employees engaged in school worksites as a result of federal grant moneys shall in addition to complying with requirements of the programs shall also be in strict compliance with this policy. The chief school administrator shall notify all employees whose work performance is done in connection with a federal grant that they are to notify their respective supervisors of convictions of any criminal drug statute violation occurring in the workplace. Employees must notify their supervisors no later than five days after such conviction. To be in compliance, the district must notify the federal grant program of such conviction within 10 days of receipt of said conviction. Adopted: October 7, 2002 Revised: November 12, 2007 Legal References: N.J.S.A. 2C:33-16 Alcoholic beverages; bringing or possession on school

property by person of legal age; penalty N.J.S.A. 2C:35-1 et seq. Controlled dangerous substances N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:16-2 Physical examinations; requirement N.J.S.A. 18A:27-4 Power of boards of education to make rules governing

employment of teacher, etc.; employment thereunder N.J.S.A. 18A:36-32 Cigarette coin-operated vending machines; operation, installation or maintenance on property used for school purposes; fine N.J.S.A. 18A:54-20 Powers of board (county vocational schools) N.J.S.A. 26:3D-15 through -21 Legislative findings and declarations ... (smoking in educational

institutions) N.J.A.C. 6A:16-6.3 Reporting students or staff members to law enforcement authorities N.J.A.C. 6A:16-6.5 Confidentiality of student or staff member involvement in substance abuse intervention and treatment programs N.J.A.C. 6A:26-12.2(a)4 Policies and procedures for school facility operation New Jersey Constitution, Art. IV, § VII, par. 2 Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988 Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 P.L. 103-227, GOALS 2000: Educate America Act (Pro Children Act of 1994) EMPLOYEE SUBSTANCE 7. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve the ABUSE following revisions to Policy #4219.23 Employee Substance Abuse on second

reading: BOARD OF EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RUTHERFORD 4219.23

EMPLOYEE SUBSTANCE ABUSE General - All Employees The use of alcoholic beverages in school worksites is prohibited. Violations of this prohibition may subject an employee to disciplinary action which may include but is not limited to nonrenewal, suspension, or termination at the discretion of the board. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession of, use of or sale of any narcotic drug, hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana or any other controlled substance on or in school worksites is prohibited. Any violation may subject an employee to participation in a drug rehabilitation program and disciplinary action including but not limited to nonrenewal, suspension, or termination at the discretion of the board of education. For the purposes of this policy "worksite" shall include any school building, or any school premises and any school-owned vehicles or any other school-approved vehicle used to transport students to and from school or school activities. Worksite also includes off-school property during any school-sponsored or school-approved activity, event or function such as a field trip or athletic event, where students are under the jurisdiction of the


school district. The board of education, as a result of criminal convictions of any criminal drug statute violation by an employee occurring outside of the worksite, may discipline said employee. Disciplinary action may include, but is not limited to nonrenewal, suspension, or termination at the discretion of the board. Illegal gambling is not permitted in or on the school worksite. Smoking by employees in school buildings, in school vehicles or on school grounds is prohibited. The chief school administrator shall establish a drug-free awareness program which includes notice of the dangers of drug abuse in the workplace and available drug counseling programs and shall distribute this policy to all employees annually. New employees shall be provided with a copy of this policy prior to beginning work assignments. Work Performance in Connection with a Federal Grant In order for the school district to qualify for any direct federal grant, the district must certify that it will provide a drug-free workplace and maintain a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace. To this end, employees engaged in school worksites as a result of federal grant moneys shall in addition to complying with requirements of the programs shall also be in strict compliance with this policy. The chief school administrator shall notify all employees whose work performance is done in connection with a federal grant that they are to notify their respective supervisors of convictions of any criminal drug statute violation occurring in the workplace. Employees must notify their supervisors no later than five days after such conviction. To be in compliance, the district must notify the federal grant program of such conviction within 10 days of receipt of said conviction. Drug and Alcohol Testing The Rutherford School District is committed to the establishment of a drug and alcohol misuse prevention program among school bus drivers that meets all applicable requirements of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991. The purpose of the testing program shall be to help prevent accidents and injuries resulting from the misuse of alcohol and controlled substances by employees performing safety-sensitive functions. In addition to all prohibitions in the first sections of this policy, all employees with commercial drivers' licenses shall be prohibited from:

A. The use of any controlled substance on or off duty, unless a written prescription from a licensed doctor or osteopath is provided along with a written statement from the doctor or osteopath that the substance does not adversely affect the employee's ability to safely operate a motor vehicle or perform other safety-sensitive functions;


B. The misuse of alcohol that could affect performance on the job including use on the job, use during the four hours before performing a safety-sensitive function, having prohibited concentrations of alcohol in their systems while performing a safety-sensitive function and use during eight hours following an accident.

"Controlled substance" in this policy refers to those covered by the Omnibus Act, including, but not limited to, marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines and phencyclidine (PCP). All covered applicants and employees shall be subjected to pre-employment or pre-duty, reasonable suspicion, random, post-accident, return-to-duty and follow-up alcohol and drug testing pursuant to procedures set out in the federal regulations. These procedures use an evidential breath testing device for alcohol testing. For controlled substances testing, urine specimen collection and testing by a laboratory certified by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services shall be required. Pre-employment testing shall be administered to an applicant offered a position in the district prior to the first time the employee performs any safety-sensitive function for the district. An applicant who tests positive will not be hired for any safety-sensitive position. Random alcohol testing shall be limited to the time period surrounding the performance of safety-related functions which includes just before or just after the employee performs the safety-related function. Controlled substances testing may be performed at anytime while the employee is at work. An employee covered by the federal regulations may not refuse to take a required test. Consequences for an employee's refusal shall be the same as for a positive result of the test. If the testing confirms prohibited alcohol concentration levels or the presence of a controlled substance, the employee shall be removed immediately from safety-related functions in accordance with the federal regulations. Before an employee is reinstated, if at all, the employee shall undergo an evaluation by a substance abuse professional, comply with any required rehabilitation and undergo a return-to-duty test with verified test results. The board retains the authority consistent with federal law to discipline or discharge any employee who is an alcoholic or chemically dependent and whose current use of alcohol or drugs affects the employee's qualifications for and performance of the job. The district is not required under federal law requiring drug and alcohol testing to provide rehabilitation, pay for substance abuse treatment or to reinstate the employee. All employment decisions involving reinstatement, termination or dismissal shall be made in accordance with applicable state law, board policies and negotiated agreements. The district shall maintain records in compliance with the federal regulations in a secure location with controlled access. With the employee's consent, the district may obtain any of the information concerning drug and alcohol testing from the employee's previous employer. An employee shall be entitled upon written request to obtain copies of any records pertaining to the employee's use of alcohol or controlled substances including information pertaining to alcohol or drug tests. Statistical records and reports shall be maintained and made available to the Federal Highway Administration for inspection or audit in accordance with federal regulations. Records shall be made available to a subsequent employer upon receipt of a written request from an employee, and only on the expressly authorized terms of the employee. The chief school administrator shall ensure that supervisors receive proper training to administer the drug and alcohol testing program and that employees receive the notifications required by federal regulations. Transportation contracts approved by the board shall contain assurance that the contractor will establish a drug and alcohol testing program that meets the requirements of federal regulations and this policy and will actively enforce the regulations of this policy as well as federal requirements. Adopted: October 7, 2002 Revised: November 12, 2007 Legal References: N.J.S.A. 2C:33-16 Alcoholic beverages; bringing or possession on school property

by person of legal age; penalty N.J.S.A. 2C:35-1 et seq. Controlled dangerous substances N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:16-2 Physical examinations; requirement N.J.S.A. 18A:27-4 Power of boards of education to make rules governing

employment of teacher, etc.; employment thereunder N.J.S.A. 18A:36-32 Cigarette coin-operated vending machines; operation, installation or maintenance on property used for school purposes; fine N.J.S.A. 18A:54-20 Powers of board (county vocational schools) N.J.S.A. 26:3D-15 through -21 Legislative findings and declarations ... (smoking in educational

institutions) N.J.A.C. 6A:16-6.3 Reporting students or staff members to law enforcement authorities N.J.A.C. 6A:16-6.5 Confidentiality of student or staff member involvement in


substance abuse intervention and treatment programs N.J.A.C. 6A:26-12.2(a)4 Policies and procedures for school facility operation Owner-Operator Indep. Drivers Assoc., Inc. v. Pena, No. 93-1427, November 1, 1993, U.S.D.C. Dist. of Columbia New Jersey Constitution, Art. IV, § VII, par. 2 Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988 Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 34 CFR Part 85.100, Governmentwide Debarment and Suspension (nonprocurement) and Governmentwide Requirements for Drug-Free Workplace (Grants) 42 U.S.C.A. § 31306 et seq. - Alcohol and Controlled Substances Testing 49 C.F.R. Part 40 - Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs 49 C.F.R. Part 382 - Controlled Substance and Alcohol Use and Testing 49 C.F.R. Part 391 - Qualification of drivers P.L. 103-227, GOALS 2000: Educate America (Pro Children Act of 1994) Attorney General's Executive Directive No. 1988-1 STUDENT TEACHERS/ 8. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve the INTERNS following revisions to Policy #4122 Student Teachers/Interns on second reading: BOARD OF EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RUTHERFORD 4122

STUDENT TEACHERS/INTERNS The board encourages the chief school administrator to cooperate with colleges and universities in the placement of student teachers/administrative interns in the district's schools. Student teachers/administrative interns shall be placed with experienced staff members who agree to perform the necessary training and supervision. The chief school administrator shall approve the selection and placement of student teachers and administrative interns. Student teachers/interns shall comply with the requirements of law regarding health examinations and criminal history checks. The supervising teacher and principal shall be responsible for the conduct of student teachers while serving in the schools of this district. The chief school administrator shall be responsible for administrative interns. Student teachers/interns shall be allowed to participate in school activities where their contributions would be appropriate to the educational program of the school. The chief school administrator shall endeavor to ensure the equitable distribution of student teachers/interns throughout the district. No remuneration will be provided to student teachers or administrative interns. No graduate of the Rutherford Public Schools or current resident of the Borough of Rutherford shall be permitted to participate as student teachers. Adopted: October 7, 2002 Revised: November 12, 2007 Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1 through -7.5 Criminal history record; employee in regular contact with pupils; grounds for disqualification from employment; exception N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:16-2 Physical examinations; requirement ... through -5 N.J.S.A. 18A:16-6 Indemnity of officers and employees against civil actions N.J.S.A. 18A:16-6.1 Indemnity of officers and employees in certain criminal actions N.J.S.A. 18A:54-20 Powers of board (county vocational schools) N.J.A.C. 6:3-1.6 Reporting and staffing of school districts N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.1 et seq. School Employee Physical Examinations N.J.A.C. 6:11-7.3(e) Curriculum N.J.A.C. 6:11-7.4 Supervision of practicum students


STAFF DEVELOPMENT…. 9. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to approve the following revisions to Policy #4131/4131.1 Staff Development: Inservice Education/Visitations/Conferences on second reading:

BOARD OF EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RUTHERFORD 4131/4131.1

STAFF DEVELOPMENT; INSERVICE EDUCATION/VISITATIONS/CONFERENCES The board of education recognizes its legal obligation to provide inservice activities to further the ability of the teaching staff to progress toward achievement of district goals and objectives. It is of particular concern to the board that continuing education for teaching staff provide demonstrable contributions toward student achievement of the Core Curriculum Content Standards. The chief school administrator shall develop a comprehensive management system for staff professional improvement and shall assist staff members in the area of professional improvement by providing relevant information regarding workshops, professional meetings and course offerings. To be in compliance with state requirements, each teacher employed in this district as of the effective date specified in code shall complete 100 clock hours of state-approved continuing professional development and/or inservice every five years. Appropriate steps toward achieving this goal shall be included in the content of each teaching staff member's annual professional improvement plan (PIP). It is the individual teacher’s responsibility in accordance with district policies, to assure that the teacher meets the professional development requirement. There is no mandated financial obligation on the part of the district. The 100-hour requirement may be satisfied through a combination of state-approved experiences Including: formal courses and conferences sponsored by colleges, district boards of education, professional associations, training organizations or other entities recommended by the Professional Teaching Standards Board and approved by the Commissioner of Education. Part or all of the 100-hour requirement may be satisfied through an inservice program that has been approved by the County Professional Development Board under standards established by the Commissioner based on the recommendation of the Professional Teaching Standards Board. Completion of each actual hour of approved training shall satisfy the requirement for one hour of continuing education. In accordance with administrative code, the board shall establish a Professional Development Committee in order to assess inservice needs and professional development opportunities and to plan and implement professional development programs to assure that the students of this district achieve the Core Curriculum Content Standards. This committee shall be composed of four teachers, elected by the instructional staff through its majority representative and two administrative staff appointed by the chief school administrator. The committee shall include the chief school administrator as an ex officio member and shall solicit input from parents, community members and local business leaders. Plans developed by the committee shall be submitted for approval to the County Professional Development Board and then to the board of education. The board of education reserves the right to deny any plan that fails to advance district goals and objectives; is not conducive to student achievement of the Core Curriculum Content Standards; or contravenes current negotiated agreements, other board policies, student safety and well-being, continuity of the instructional program, or budgetary constraints. Staff participation that may require released time and/or financial reimbursement from the board will be determined by the board of education after recommendation by the chief school administrator. Staff members who participate in out-of-district programs at board expense shall submit a written report highlighting the main thrust and ideas observed by the participant. Mandated Inservice Programs The chief school administrator shall arrange development of appropriate inservice presentations, seminars and/or workshops on equity issues, special education, child abuse and neglect, drug/alcohol abuse awareness, handling blood and body fluids, possible hazardous substances in the workplace, crises response and other topics specifically required by federal or New Jersey law. These required presentations, seminars and/or workshops shall not count automatically toward the required 100 clock hours of continuing education every five years. Adopted: October 7, 2002 Revised: November 12, 2007 Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:7A-11 Annual report of local school district; contents; See particularly: annual report of commissioner; report on N.J.S.A. 18A:7A-11e improvement of basic skills N.J.S.A. 18A:27-4 Power of boards of education to make rules governing

employment of teacher, etc.; employment thereunder N.J.S.A. 18A:30-7 Power of boards of education to pay salaries N.J.S.A. 18A:31-2 Attendance at conventions of New Jersey Education Association N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-3 Initial inservice training programs; curriculum; See particularly: availability N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-3a, -18c N.J.S.A. 34:5A-10 Workplace surveys and hazardous substance fact sheets; file; update; copies of employee health and exposure records; request for copies


N.J.S.A. 34:5A-13 Employee education and training program; certification of programs and persons; duration; renewal; fees; rules and regulations; violations; penalties

N.J.A.C. 6:3-1.6 Reporting and staffing of school districts N.J.A.C. 6:3-4.1 Supervision of instruction: observation and evaluation of

nontenured teaching staff members N.J.A.C. 6:3-4.3 Evaluation of tenured teaching staff members N.J.A.C. 6:11-13.1 et seq. Required Professional Development for Teachers N.J.A.C. 6A:14-1.2(b)13 District eligibility for assistance under IDEA Part B N.J.A.C. 6A:15-1.8 Inservice training N.J.A.C. 6A:16-1.1et seq. Programs to Support Student Development See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:16-3.1(a)4, -5.2(c), 6.2(b)11 N.J.A.C. 6A:16-10.1et seq. Reporting Allegations of Child Abuse and Neglect See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:16-10.2 N.J.A.C. 6A:24-1.1 et seq. Urban Education Reform in the Abbott Districts See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:24-2.2, -4.1, -4.2, -6.1 N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1 et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts Multi-year Equity Plan for the Academic Years 2000-2001 through 2002-2003, New Jersey State Department of Education Division of Student Services Office of Bilingual

Education and Equity Issues JOB RELATED EXPENSES 10. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve the following revisions to Policy #4133 Job Related Expenses on second reading:

BOARD OF EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RUTHERFORD 4133 JOB RELATED EXPENSES The Board of Education will provide for the payment of the actual and necessary expenses, including traveling expenses, of any employee of the district incurred in the course of performing services for the district, whether within or outside the district, under the direction of the Board. This policy establishes the means for so doing. The validity of payments for job related expenses shall be determined by the Superintendent. The use of a personal vehicle shall be considered a legitimate job expense if travel is among schools to which the employee is assigned, travel is authorized in advance by the Superintendent, or the use of a personal car for special or emergency purposes is a recognized part of the employee’s job responsibilities. Use of a personal vehicle for approved school purposes is reimbursable to the employee at the rate determined by negotiated agreements, individual contract or Board resolution. Renumbered: 07/12/04 (3440) Revised: November 12, 2007 JOB RELATED EXPENSES 11. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

approve the following revisions to Policy #4233 Job Related Expenses on second reading:

BOARD OF EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RUTHERFORD 4233 JOB RELATED EXPENSES The Board of Education will provide for the payment of the actual and necessary expenses, including traveling expenses, of any noninstructional employee of the district incurred in the course of performing services for the district, whether within or outside the district, under the direction of the Board, with prior approval. The validity of payments for job related expenses shall be determined by the Superintendent. The use of a personal vehicle shall be considered a legitimate job expense if travel is among schools to which the employee is assigned and prior annual approval to do so has been granted by the Board. Use of a personal vehicle for approved school purposes is reimbursable to the employee at the rate determined by negotiated agreements, individual contract or Board resolution. Adopted December 10, 1984 Renumbered: 07/12/04 (4440) Revised: November 12, 2007 PLACEMENT ON THE 12. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to approve the


SALARY GUIDE following revisions to Policy #4141 Placement on the Salary Guide on second reading: BOARD OF EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL STAFF RUTHERFORD 4141

PLACEMENT ON THE SALARY GUIDE I. In order for an employee to receive a salary increment after July 1 of the following year, 10 month employees

must be hired prior to February 1; 11 and 12 month employees must be hired prior to January 1. II. Professional Requirements for Advancement to the Next Level on the Salary Guide a. A satisfactory administrative rating. b. A bachelor's degree from an approved college is required for the four year training level. 1. In the event of personnel taking advanced degrees under a fully matriculated program from an

approved college or university, it shall be necessary to submit only the initial approval form to the Superintendent. The form should state the program.

2. Undergraduate courses may be substituted for graduate courses in cases of additional certification,

preparation for advanced degree, etc. when such have been approved by the Superintendent. c. Formal courses taken at approved professional institutions must be approved in advance by the Principal

and Superintendent on the form provided. They must relate to the teacher's field, be desirable for the background of the teacher, or be required to complete a degree.

d. In case of non-approval of the selection of a course, the teacher may request a conference with the

Principal, Superintendent, and, if necessary, the Board of Education. e. Credit for courses shall be validated by an official transcript. f. No teacher may be excused from any required school duties more than once a week to pursue college

courses. III. Professional Requirements for Receiving an Increment a. A satisfactory administrative rating. b. A teacher must accumulate three (3) in-service credits every three (3) years. In-service credits can be

either academic or non-academic.

"Academic" shall be defined as approved college courses, and shall be rated as one in-service credit for each college point. These can be used for both vertical and horizontal movement on the salary guide. Non-academic in-service credits can be used for vertical movement only on the salary guide.

c. The requirements for in-service credit shall terminate at age 55 or the attainment of MA + 30 on the salary guide.

d. In-service Credit: 1. One point credit for 30 hours work and/or one point for each college point. 2. No credit for work done during school hours. 3. No credit for work when extra compensation is paid by the Board for that work. 4. There shall be a maximum of two in-service credits per year for any non-academic activity. 5. In order to insure a credit in any activity for in-service work, a teacher must receive the approval of

the Superintendent before the activity is undertaken. 6. Activities for which in-service credit may be earned: i. Participation on Administrative Committees: Credit shall be granted for participation on

administrative committees. This recognition shall be based on (1) regular attendance except when excused by sponsor; (2) research resulting in definite contributions to educational advancement. In cases where the Superintendent has committees working on curriculum, T & E, etc., when no stipends are paid, credit will be granted for time put in after regular school hours. This does not, however, pertain to Monday which is specifically set aside for school related activities.


Similar procedures and recognition shall apply to work on a county, state, or national basis when approved by the Superintendent.

ii. Taking In-Service Courses: One point credit will be given for every 30 hours work. Tuition and expense reimbursement are not to be considered salary or stipend. Summer

activities under the above will also receive credit. iii. Travel: Credit for travel must be approved prior to such travel and must be evaluated in terms

of the relationship to the teacher's teaching field. Each teacher desiring credit under this classification must submit, within two months of his or her return, a written report describing the trip and indicating its value to him or her in his or her particular field.

Credit for domestic or foreign travel will be granted only when the trip consists of at least four

weeks of consecutive travel. One credit may be granted for domestic or foreign travel consisting of six consecutive weeks.

iv. Supervision of Student Teaching: Not more than one in-service credit may be granted for

supervision of a senior student teacher. This may be used only once during a three year period. For those not having a student teacher full time, pro rata credit may be given. Junior Practicum supervision will be credited on a pro rata basis of one/fifth credit. No more than two junior practicum students may be credited during any three year period.

For a full year internship a total of two non-academic credits will be allowed once in a three

year period. One credit is to be recorded for each six month period. v. Authorship of Books and Articles: This applies to articles based upon individual research or

experience. For a published book or the equivalent of a book, a maximum of two in-service credits may be given. For any article published, a maximum of one in-service credit may be granted.

vi. Educational Experiments shall be those conducted within a school or school system. A report

of such experiments must be submitted to and evaluated by the Superintendent for credit. e. Miscellaneous Considerations Involving Increment Credits 1. Community activities shall be regarded as part of the normal life of a good citizen for which no credits

are expected. 2. If a teacher has reached the age of 55 or reached the MA+30 level before the end of the three year

period for meeting the professional requirements to receive an increment, the requirement shall not apply.

3. "Exchange" teachers who are granted a leave for a year will receive an increment for the year they

are on leave. The three year period for earning credits toward increment will be extended one year and no in-service credit will be given for the exchange year. "Exchange" teacher applies to one who is working under a program approved by the Board.

4. Teachers who are granted a leave of absence for a year will not receive an increment for the year

they are absent. 5. Part-time teachers will be required to earn two in-service credits in a three year period. 6. Evaluation of all in-service credit will be made by the Superintendent's Office. f. In-Service Course The Board shall provide an appropriate in-service course without charge at least every three years. Such

course shall be acceptable as credit toward fulfillment of salary increment to meet the requirements for vertical movement only.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT For any staff member not included under the terms of a collective bargaining agreement or individual contract the Board will pay a maximum of $1000 per person per school year for tuition of graduate courses approved by the Superintendent to a maximum of $26,000 per year. Only course work approved by the superintendent of schools shall be eligible for educational level and step advancement. Tuition will not include cost of books, meals, etc. This policy applies to tenured employees only. Payment will be made upon completion of the course and presentation of a report card, transcript, or letter stating such. The college bill will be submitted to the business office for reimbursement. The school year is July 1 through June 30. All recipients must maintain a minimum of a “B” average. N.J.S.A. 18A:1-1, 18A:28-5, 18A:29-4.1 et seq. 18A:29-9, 18A:40-1 N.J.A.C. 6:11-12.8; 6:11-12.9


Adopted: July 9, 1979 Revised: September 12, 1988 Revised: April 19, 1993 Renumbered: 07/12/04 (3411) Revised: November 12, 2007 Roll Call Vote Policy Items #1-#12:


BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS: Motion by Mrs. Jones, seconded by Mrs. Cevasco to approve Buildings and Grounds Items #1 through #4. USE OF SCHOOL BUSES 1. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to approve the PROJECT GRADUATION use of four Rutherford Board of Education school buses to provide round-trip

transportation for Project Graduation on 6/17/08. The Project Graduation Committee is requesting waiver of bus driver fees.

HIGH SCHOOL BOILER 2. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to submit plans PROJECT and specifications for final approval, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:26-5.4, to the

New Jersey Department of Education for the following project: Rutherford High School, upgrade to Boiler Room, including the replacement of two

(2) 1989 boilers – Project #4600-050-08-1000


H.S. BOILER PROJECT 3. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to approve the EMERGENT STATUS submission to the NJ Department of Education an application for emergent status

for the following school infrastructure project: Replacement of two (2) 1989 Superior hot water boilers at Rutherford High School,

one of which has failed a recent insurance inspection and is currently inoperable. PIERREPONT LOWER 4. WHEREAS, on June 23, 2006, the Board of Education advertised for bids to

renovate AREA FACULTY ROOM and reconstruct a new faculty room in the lower area of Pierrepont School, and; RENOVATIONS WHEREAS, the Board of Education did not receive any bids; WHEREAS, the Board of Education re-advertised for bids for the work and

received one bid in the amount of $296,400 from William Kohl Construction Company of Lincroft, NJ;

WHEREAS, the bid was rejected by the Board of Education as exceeding the cost estimate for the work;

WHEREAS, Preziosi Construction Corp has agreed to provide the services for the work in the amount of $225,600;

WHEREAS, the services are not available from any agency or authority of the United States, State of New Jersey, the County of Bergen or any municipality in close proximity to the Board of Education; and

WHEREAS, quotations have been received from other vendors and the services cannot be obtained at a lower cost from any other contractor;

BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5(c), the Board of Education awards the contract for the Pierrepont Lower Area Faculty Room Renovation to Preziosi Construction Corp. in the amount of $225,600.

Roll Call Vote Buildings and Grounds Items #1-#4:


OLD BUSINESS: Legislative Update – Mrs. Jones will be attending the Delegate Assembly on November 17, 2007. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: (Any Topic) 7:57 PM No comments made. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Motion by Mr. Novosielski, seconded by Mr. Williams that an Executive Session be

held at 7:58 P.M. for the purpose of discussing a student matter and RSA/RAA negotiations. Action may or may not be taken. The Board expects to return within 30 minutes.

Approved. The Board returned at 11:03 P.M. ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Mr. Williams, seconded by Mr. Jasko that the meeting be adjourned at

11:04 P.M. Approved. Respectfully submitted, Robert Brown School Business Administrator/Board Secretary


Following is an extract of action taken at the November 5, 2007 Worksession. MINUTES APPROVAL 1A. Resolution by Mrs. Jones, seconded by Mrs. Williams. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION that the

minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 8, 2007 be approved as recorded. Roll Call Vote:

Mrs. Ahmed – aye Dr. Fiume – absent Mr. McLean – abstain Mr. Casadonte – absent Mr. Jasko – absent Mr. Novosielski – aye Mrs. Cevasco – aye Mrs. Jones – aye Mrs. Williams – aye

PERSONNEL: Motion by Mrs. Ahmed, seconded by Mrs. Cevasco to approve Personnel Items #1A through #3A. MICHAEL COPPOLA 1A. Motion to accept, with regret, the retirement of Mr. Michael Coppola, speech

teacher, effective 1/1/08. MARY MONAHAN 2A. Motion to accept, with regret, the retirement of Mrs. Mary Monahan, secretary

in the guidance office at the high school, effective 1/1/08. EMERGENT HIRES 3A. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION to

employ the following applicant(s) under the emergent hiring law as per the State Department of Education:

Margaret DeSteno - Lunch Monitor Diane Hegazy - Lunch Monitor Jeanette Romero - Lunch Monitor James Ahearn - Substitute Teacher Kenya Carruthers - Substitute Teacher Linda D’Astolfo - Substitute Teacher Alyssa Vitale - Substitute Teacher Jovan Germinario - Substitute Teacher Lauren Stio - Lunch Monitor Roll Call Vote Personnel Items #1A-#3A:

Mrs. Ahmed – aye Dr. Fiume – aye Mr. McLean – aye Mr. Casadonte – absent Mr. Jasko – absent Mr. Novosielski – aye Mrs. Cevasco – aye Mrs. Jones – aye Mrs. Williams – aye

FINANCE: APPROVAL OF BILLS: 1A. Resolution by Mr. McLean, seconded by Mrs. Williams. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RUTHERFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION that the bills

listed below be approved. Accounts Payable 942,664.04 Offline Checks 324,573.68 Payroll 3,328,195.24 General Activities 15,835.87 Total $4,611,268.83 Roll Call Vote:

Mrs. Ahmed – aye Dr. Fiume – aye Mr. McLean – aye Mr. Casadonte – absent Mr. Jasko – absent Mr. Novosielski – aye Mrs. Cevasco – aye Mrs. Jones – aye Mrs. Williams – aye

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