JANUARY 16, 2013 MINUTES 1
Council Rock School District
Bucks County, Pennsylvania
Newtown, Pennsylvania
Thursday, January 16, 2014
MINUTES- Public Meeting of Board of Directors
I. Call to Order- Mrs. Wendi Thomas, President, presided over the public monthly meeting of the Council Rock
Board of School Directors. She convened the meeting 7:31 p.m. at the Chancellor Center, 30 N. Chancellor
Street, Newtown, PA. The meeting was recorded by the Council Rock School District broadcast “live” in all five
municipalities. The following individuals were present:
School Board: Mrs. Wendi Thomas, President
Mr. Andy Block, Vice President
Mr. Richard Abramson, Esquire (arrived 7:55)
Mrs. Denise Brooks
Mr. Mark Byelich
Dr. Bill Foster
Mr. Jerold Grupp
Mrs. Kyle McKessy
Mrs. Patricia C. Vaccaro-Sexton
Mark J. Klein, Esquire, Superintendent
Donna Heverly, Acting Board Secretary
Robert Cox, Esquire, Solicitor
Staff: Mr. Barry Desko, Director of Secondary Education
Mrs. Joy McClendon, Director of Elementary Education
Dr. Charles Lambert, Director of Special Services
Mr. Robert Reinhart, Director of Business Affairs & Board Treasurer
Ms. N. Christine Trioli, Director of Human Resources
Mr. Matthew Frederickson, Director of Information Technology
Mr. Doug Taylor, Supervisor of Operations
II. Routine Actions
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Churchville student Taylor Fite. The National Anthem was played by the
Churchville Elementary School Sixth Grade Band Ensemble led by Mrs. Derham. The group also played “Bugler’s
Dream – Olympic Theme”
Secretary Heverly called the roll call and reported all members were in attendance with the exception of Mr.
Abramson. Mr. Abramson arrived to the meeting 7:55 p.m.
Student Advisory Board- CRHS-South Assistant Principal Mr. Charles Cassady introduced the student
representatives for various grade levels listed below. Mr. Cassady also reported Jack Wheatley, the representative
for the Class of 2016, was absent due to a conflict of a basketball game.
Class of 2014
Class of 2015
Class of 2017
MBIT
Olivia Anakwe
Jarett Rovner
Phylicia Wilkov
Gabrielle Leone
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The students addressed various events and activities. Discussion included South’s yearbook of 2013 awarded one
of five schools nationwide as most outstanding yearbook in the Annual American Scholastic Press Association
Contest, South’s Vocal and Orchestra performing at the White House, CR Cares Day on Monday, January 20th
,
Winter Ball held November 23rd
, January 15th
Program Planning Night, participating in the ARISS Program, and
January 7th
MBIT Open House. Ms. Anakwe honored board members during School Board Recognition Month
presenting CRHS-South seat cushions to each member.
Report from Planning Committee Leadership
Mr. Klein introduced three of the four leaders of the Capital Planning Committee: Mr. Chris D’Aura, Ms. Heather
Brossman, and Mr. Tim Downs. He commended the leaders for their work and time devoted to the planning
process of Council Rock. Mr. Downs began by stating the committee has met to date three times. The committee
is now broken down into four subgroups. The four subgroups consist of: Finance and Budget led by Mr. Downs,
Community led by Ms. Brossman, Education and Strategic Planning led by Mr. D’Auria, and Facilities led by Mr.
Campbell. Mr. Downs continued by stating the subgroups are meeting separately to delve into the knowledge
provided by the administration and come up with three alternatives to meet the board’s objective. Ms. Bossman
and Mr.D’Auria also shared dates and times for the subcommittee meetings.
Superintendent’s Report
CR Education Week
Council Rock Education Week is scheduled for next week. A combination of classroom visitations and school
workshops are scheduled at individual schools for parents. Information on the programs offered at your child’s
individual school have been announced at each school through listservs and web postings. We look forward to
showcasing our classrooms next week.
CR Proposed 2014-15 Calendar
The 2014-15 school year calendar drafts are available on the front page of the Council Rock website at
www.crsd.org. Each of the proposed calendars will start school after Labor Day on Tuesday, September 2, 2014.
There are two alternative calendars that present the spring break in different ways. The first has the traditional
week spring break. The second wraps a Monday and Tuesday holiday around Easter Sunday. If you have
comments about the calendar, you can send them to [email protected].
CR North Art Awards
The Council Rock High School North Art Department is pleased to announce that two of our students received
recognition at The Phillips Mill Youth Art Exhibition in New Hope Pennsylvania. The Phillips Mill Youth Art
Exhibition is very well-known and respected in the New Hope and national art community. CR North senior
Christi Kaplan took first place and senior Arielle Berk received an honorable mention for her 2D work. In
addition Lauren Schorr, Maya Wilson, and Eric Chen were juried into the show. For more information on this
Exhibition, visit the CRHS-North website.
CREF Green Recycling Fundraiser
Between January 13, 2014 and March 16, 2014, each school in Council Rock will be participating in a CREF-
Green Team recycling fundraiser. Bins will be available in all schools to collect: cell phones, inkjet cartridges,
laptop computers & netbooks, iPads & tablets, iPods & MP3 players, digital SLR cameras and lenses, digital
cameras & camcorders, handheld game systems, game consoles (Xbox, Wii, PS3), range finders & sky caddies,
GPS devices & radar detectors, eBook readers, mobile hotspots and MiFi devices, 4G USB air cards and graphing
calculators (cords and cables are accepted too!). Last year, this fundraised raised over $1,400 for CR Green Team
efforts and CREF grants! If you have any of these items, please donate them in the boxes in each school. Thank
you for your support of CREF. If you have any questions please contact [email protected].
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CR Cares Day and Kindergarten Registration
Mr. Klein invited Mrs. McClendon to speak concerning kindergarten registration and CR Cares Day. Mrs.
McClendon reported kindergarten registrations will begin for children who will be five years old by September 1,
2014. Registrations will take place on March 11 and 13th
from 6-7:30 p.m. and March 14th
from 1:30-3:30. There
is also a link on the website for kindergarten registrations for parents to review. Mrs. McClendon also shared
Monday, January 20th
is the 7th
Annual CR Cares Day to honor Martin Luther King. The event will be held at
CRHS-South and student volunteers in grade six and eight, as well as some high school students, will prepare
packages of food items to deliver to local food pantries and prepare care packages for the homeless. Churchville
Elementary third graders knitted hats and will also help assemble packages. Mrs. McClendon concluded the sixth
grade students had an opportunity to write an essay about “a day on and not off”. The winners of the essay contest
will be honored Monday.
Board Appreciation Month
Mr. Klein continued his report stating January is Board Appreciation Month:
Prior to tonight’s meeting, we took some time to celebrate the board with a small reception filled with notes,
posters and other items of appreciation from students across the district. The role of a School Director requires
long hours and often is thankless. My hope is these gestures are opportunities for us all to focus on what is the
most important role of a School Director – the students we all serve in Council Rock. Thank you for your time,
effort and service to our students and our school community.
Public Comment
Marilyn Scarpa-Co-President Education Foundation- Stated having busy three months ahead in fulfilling mission
helping bridge the community with education and affording innovation. Reminding people a Green Recycling
Fundraiser runs through March 14th., The third part of fourth part speaker series held February 26th
at CHS-N will
be presented to community in conjunction with Coalition of Healthy Youth titled “ Bullying – What you need to
know” presented by Christine Tinari with the Peace Praxis. Mrs. Scarpa expressed thanks to CRESPA for funding
this event. Last event will take place in April titled “Straight Talk for Parents”. The first big occasion will be
Monte Carlo Night with games, prizes and music held March 7th
at Upper Southampton Academy. Additional
information can be obtained on the website on left side of CRSD web under Education Foundation or
www.creducationfoundation.org.
III. Discussion Item
2014-2015 School Calendar First Look-Mr. Klein
Mr. Klein proposed due to feedback another calendar that wraps around the Easter Holiday splitting the week before
and after the Easter holiday. The website [email protected] enables the community to weigh in comments. The
calendar versions will be viewed and Mr. Klein will bring his recommendations from his feedback to the board in
February to decide which version to adopt. The point was stated the change does not alter the last day of school.
Board comment included to look forward in one or two years as to what implications there may be to future
calendars, to add the Monday after Easter holiday and add an extra day of school, how this change coordinates with
Middle Bucks Institute students and schedules, and placing the office staff calendar with the school calendar is
helpful.
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Revised Board Policies - First Read-Mr. Klein
Mr. Klein discussed three board policy revisions before placing for board approval.
Policy 214 Graduation Requirements Policy conforms with the new Chapter 4 regulations on graduation in reference
to Keystone Exams, Chapter 4 revised graduation requirements, and adds language to students with disabilities.
Discussion included clarification of requirements on Keystone Exams, exams subject to funding, revisiting policy at
a later date pending approval of funding, request to see a table constructed with dates and exams to be implemented,
and the process of review for a new student who comes into the district in reference to the Keystone Exams.
Additional conversation referred to wording of approval of an early graduation request, board approval on the policy
each year, and no staffing implications on change of graduation requirement. Mr. Cox confirmed language of policy
and requirement of board ratification.
Policy 620 Maintenance of Fund Balance conforms to the new GASB Statement 54 requirements for fund balances
in excess of 5%. Question posed and Mr. Reinhart provided explanation on the term of assigned fund balance which
is an ongoing operational procedure and intended to be used by school district for a specific purpose such as
encumbrances to be paid for the next school year.
Policy 707 Use of Facilities Policy refers to review and approve fee schedule each June.
Mr. Klein will return policies 620 and 707 for board approval next board meeting.
IV. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes
December 5, 2013
December 19, 2013
B. Approval of Waivers of Expulsion Hearings
C. Approval of Special Services Agreements – Dr. Lambert
Lonzo Enterprises, LLC dba Freshman Solutions Kick Off Program
Buxmont
D. Approval of Treasurer’s Report
E. Approval of:
General Fund $1,556,693.39
General Fund - Payroll $9,380,267.86
Safe Schools Grant $ 5,029.50
Capital Reserve $24,028.27
Capital Projects $1,597,309.64
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Self-Insurance Fund $45,464.74
Student Activities Fund $365,767.81
F. Additions, deletions, changes, exonerations and refunds to various tax
duplicates.
Discussion consisted of management of documents being used on probation clause and updated version to be reviewed by
board. Question posed if solicitor reviewed agreements in consent agenda. Mr. Cox stated contracts have been reviewed.
Mrs. Brooks moved, seconded by Mrs. McKessy, to approve by unanimous consent, the Consent Agenda, Items A through
F (Item A revised) as contained in the Attachments to the Agenda, subject to audit.
V. Items for Board Approval
1. Approval of Act 1 Index Resolution – Mr. Reinhart
The Administration recommends the approval of the Act 1 Resolution, as found in the Attachment, indicating to the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Education, that Council Rock School District will limit local taxation to
an increase no greater than 2.1% compliant with the Act 1 Index.
Mr. Reinhart provided details by stating Council Rock is required by January 30th
to make a decision to seek exceptions to
increase taxes beyond the Act 1 index or pass a resolution to not seek any exceptions staying below the Act 1 index of
2.1%. Mr. Klein continued by clarifying the resolution places no obligation by the board to raise taxes by 2.1%. Council
Rock needs to inform the state according to statute of requirements to use our exceptions or pass a resolution stating we are
staying within the Act 1 index.
Mr. Block moved, seconded by Dr. Foster, with a roll call vote to unanimously approve the Resolution as stated below,
indicating to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Education, that Council Rock School District will limit
local taxation to an increase no greater than 2.1% compliant with the Act 1 Index.
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the Board of School Directors of the Council Rock School District has determined that there will be no increase
in the rate of any tax for the support of its public schools for the 2014-2015 fiscal year by more than the Index established by
the Department of Education (Department) for the District;
WHEREAS, the Index for the District is 2.1%;
WHEREAS, the Board of School Directors of the Council Rock School District does hereby certify that the District will
comply with the procedures as set forth in Section 687 of the Public School Code as it relates to the annual budget for the
adoption of its proposed and final budgets;
WHEREAS, the Board of School Directors certifies that increasing any tax at a rate less than or equal to the established index
will be sufficient to balance its final budget;
WHEREAS, the Board of School Directors certify that the District will submit information on a proposed increase in the rate
of a tax levied for the support of the public schools to the Department on a uniform form prepared by the Department no later
than five (5) days after the adoption of this resolution;
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WHEREAS, the Board of School Directors certify that a copy of this resolution adopted pursuant to Section 311 of the
Taxpayer Relief Act of Special Session No. 1 of 2005 will be sent to the Department no later than five (5) days after the
adoption of this resolution;
WHEREAS, the Board of School Directors recognize that the District shall not be eligible to seek referendum exceptions
under Section 333 (f) of the Taxpayer Relief Act; and,
WHEREAS, the Board of School Directors recognize that the Department shall compare the proposed percentage increase in
the rate of the tax with the index; within ten (10) days of the receipt of the information as required, the Department shall
inform the District whether the proposed tax rate increase is less than or equal to the index.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of School Directors of the Council Rock School District, as follows:
The Board of School Directors adopts this RESOLUTION on the 16th
day of January, 2014 indicating that it will not raise the
rate of any tax for the support of its public schools for the 2014-2015 fiscal year by more than the index established by the
Department of Education for the District of 2.1%.
DULY ADOPTED, by the Board of School Directors of the Council Rock School District, this 16th day of January, 2014.
Council Rock School District
Newtown, Pennsylvania
By: ________________________________
Wendi Thomas, Board President
ATTEST:
__________________________________
Donna Heverly, Acting Secretary
(SEAL)
2. Personnel Actions-Ms. Trioli
The Human Resources Department requests the Personnel Action recommendations stated below be approved as presented.
All candidates are, in the judgment of the administration, qualified for the position for which they are being recommended.
Dr. Foster moved, seconded by Mr.Grupp, approved by unanimous consent, the Personnel Actions as stated below.
COUNCIL ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
Bucks County, Pennsylvania
PERSONNEL ACTIONS
January 16, 2014
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I. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
A. Resignations No Actions Recommended
B. Retirements " "
C. Sabbatical Leave of Absence " "
D. Unpaid Leave of Absence " "
E. Assignment/Classification Change " "
F. Appointments " "
II. PROFESSIONAL STAFF
A. Resignations No Actions Recommended
B. Retirements " "
C. Sabbatical Leave of Absence
1. Name: Allison Stern
Position: Science Teacher, Council Rock High School North
Reason: Restoration to Health
Effective: January 28, 2014 – June 20, 2014
D. Unpaid Leave of Absence
1. Name: Patricia Wargo
Position: CARES Counselor, Council Rock High School North
Reason: .4 Uncompensated Leave of Absence
Effective: January 27, 2014- June 20, 2014
E. Compensated Leave of Absence No Actions Recommended
F. Assignment Ended " "
G. Assignment/Classification Change
1. Name: Patricia Wargo
Position: .6 CARES Counselor, Council Rock High School North
Reason: .4 Uncompensated Leave of Absence
Effective: January 28, 2014
H. Appointments
1. Name: Kimberly Bender
Education: Hartwick College; BA, Education
Widener University; M. Ed, Elementary Education
Experience: Autistic Support Teacher Assistant, Goodnoe Elementary, September
2010-Present
Certification: Elementary K-6
Position: Elementary Teacher
Location: Goodnoe Elementary School
Status: Full Time Substitute
Compensation: Step 0; M+0; $55,311 (prorated)
Reason: Employee Leave (Belsak)
Effective: February 7, 2014
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2. Name: Christine Dyszel
Education: Shippensburg University; BS, Business Administration
Holy Family University; M. Ed, Elementary Education
Experience: Per Diem Substitute Teacher, Council Rock School District; August
2011 - Present; Long Term Substitute Teacher, Council Rock School
District; February 2011-June 2011
Certification: Elementary K-6
Position: Elementary Teacher
Location: Goodnoe Elementary School
Status: Full Time Substitute
Compensation: Step 0; M+6; $57,524.00 (prorated)
Reason: Employee Leave (McDermott)
Effective: January 17, 2014
3. Name: Danielle Gleason
Education: West Chester University; BS, Education
Experience: Student Teacher, Richboro Elementary School, Spring 2013
Certification: PreK-4, Special Education
Position: Elementary Teacher
Location: Goodnoe Elementary School
Status: Full Time Substitute
Compensation: Step 0, B+0; $44,248 (prorated)
Reason: Employee Leave (Martin)
Effective: January 2, 2014
4. Name: Alissa Guest
Education: Baptist Bible College of Pennsylvania; BS, Secondary Math Education
Experience: Per Diem Substitute Teacher, Council Rock School District; October
2012 - Present; Long Term Substitute Teacher, Council Rock School
District; April 2012-October 2012
Certification: Math 7-12
Position: Math Teacher
Location: Council Rock High School South
Status: Full Time Substitute
Compensation: Step 0, B+0; $44,248 (prorated)
Reason: Employee Leave (Gardner)
Effective Date: January 17, 2014
5. Name: Kathryn Lockett
Education: Towson University; BS, Elementary Education
Experience: Teacher, Grades 6, 7, 8, Saint Andrew School, August 2013-January
2014
Teacher, Grades 6 & 7, Saint Jude School, August 2011-August 2013
Teacher, Grade 6, Saint Katherine of Sienna School, August 2010-
August 2011
Certification: Elementary K-6, Middle Level Math 7-9
Position: Math Specialist
Location: Holland & Maureen M. Welch Elementary Schools
Status: Full Time Substitute
Compensation: Step 0; B+0; $44,248.00 (prorated)
Reason: Employee Leave (Smith)
Effective: January 7, 2014
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I. Full Time Substitutes Continuing Employment
1. Name: Lori Bagnick
Position: .4 CARES Coordinator
Location: Council Rock High School North
Status: Full Time Substitute
Compensation: Step 0; M+24; $25,664.00 (prorated)
Reason: Employee Leave (Wargo)
Effective: January 28, 2014
2. Name: Denise Leutwyler
Position: Elementary Teacher
Location: Maureen M. Welch Elementary School
Status: Full Time Substitute
Compensation: Step 0; M+6; $57.524 (prorated)
Reason: Employee Leave (Fox)
Effective: January 28, 2014
A. Attainment of Professional Employee (Tenured) Status
In accordance with Sections 1101, 1108 and 1121 of the Public School Code, the following Temporary Professional
Employees have been certified by the District Superintendent as having fulfilled the necessary requirements to be
awarded a Professional (tenured) contract. As provided by the Public School Code of Pennsylvania, the attainment of
their status shall be recorded in the records of the Board and written notification shall be given to each employee.
1. Name: Stacy Ann Prescott
Position: .8 Special Education Teacher
Effective: August 27, 2013
III. SUPPORT STAFF
A. Resignations No Actions Recommended
B. Retirements " "
C. Unpaid Leave of Absence
1. Name: Kimberly Bender
Position: Teacher Assistant
Location: Goodnoe Elementary School
Reason: Uncompensated Leave of Absence
(accepted FTS teaching position at Goodnoe Elementary School)
Effective: February 7, 2014
2. Name: Donna Brooks
Position: Teacher Assistant-Special Education
Location: Richboro Elementary School
Reason: FMLA – Family Medical Leave
Effective: January 15, 2014
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D. Appointments
1. Name: Katrin Bergiven
Position: Cafeteria Aide
Location: Holland Elementary School
Status: Regular Part-time Support Staff
Compensation: $15.22 hour/ 3.5 hours per day/ 177 days per year
Reason: Resignation (R. Johnson)
Effective: January 2, 2014
2. Name: Shannon Callahan-Bethman
Position: Teacher Assistant- Autistic Support
Location: Richboro Elementary School
Status: Regular Full-time Support Staff
Compensation: $19.93 per hour/ 7 hours per day/ 182 days per year
Reason: Reassignment (McFadden)
Effective: January 21, 2014
3 Name: Stephanie Pratt
Position: Temporary Teacher Assistant
Location: Council Rock High School South
Status: Temporary Full-time Support Staff
Compensation: $19.93 per hour/ 7 hours per day
Reason: Employee Leave (Sherlock)
Effective: December 9, 2013 – April 15, 2014
V. PROFESSIONAL GUEST TEACHERS as of January 1, 2014
Melinda Fuller
Allison Abey
Kristen Vincent
Katelyn Ortendahl
VI. SUPPORT STAFF SUBSTITUTES as of January 1, 2014
Jaime Donovan Virginia Saunders
Nicholas Ostash Sandra Sebestyen-Siscoe
Robert M. Montgomery Gary Scaramozzino
3. Approval of Early Graduation Applications from Council Rock High School North and South – Mr. Desko
Requests for early graduation for the Class of 2014 have been submitted for Board approval as contained in the
Attachments to this Agenda. All applicants will have met their specified requirements under Board Policy 217 in
Mathematics, Science, English, Social Studies, Health and Physical Education, as well as completed the Graduation
Project, prior to graduation.
Mr. Byelich moved, seconded by Mr. Grupp, to approve by unanimous consent, with the exception of Mrs. McKessy not
seated, the Class of 2014 Early Graduation Applications, as contained in the Attachments to this Agenda.
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4. Approval of Change to Evening Library Hours at Council Rock High School North and Council Rock High School South
– Ms. McClendon
The Administration recommends the approval of a change in evening library hours at our two high schools to
accommodate students as they move from afterschool activities and clinic hours. The recommendation is to open libraries
for these additional hours.
Council Rock High School North (Thursday 2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
Council Rock High School South (Tuesday 2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
Current Hours
Council Rock High School North (Monday, Tuesday 2:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)
Council Rock High School South (Wednesday, Thursday 2:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)
Mr. Grupp moved, seconded by Mr. Byelich to approve by unanimous consent the Personnel Action below to increase
library hours at Council Rock High School North and Council Rock High School South at a total additional cost of
$2,400.00, subject to audit.
COUNCIL ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
Bucks County, Pennsylvania
PERSONNEL ACTIONS
January 16, 2013
I. AUTHORIZATION FOR ASSIGNMENT CHANGE
1. Position: Evening Library Assistants
Location: Council Rock High School North & South
From Work Year: 10 Months/7 hours per day/2 days per week
To Work Year: 10 Months/7 hours per day/2 days per week plus an additional 3 hours 1
day per week
Pay Rate: In accordance with CRESPA contract wage schedule
Effective Date: ASAP
Reason: Increase of 3 hours per week to both library assistants in order to offer
evening library hours on Tuesday and Thursday at our two high schools
to accommodate students as they move from afterschool activities and
clinic hours.
5. Rejection of Laptop Computers Bid #13-50 – Mr. Frederickson
Description: 38 Laptop PCs with 4 year parts and labor next day on-site warranty
Reason: There was an error in the bid specification regarding the specific type of laptop. This will be corrected, and the
bid will be reissued.
Mr. Abramson moved, seconded by Mr. Block, roll call taken to unanimously reject the 2013-2014 Laptop Computers
Bid #13-50, subject to audit.
VI. Board Topics
Mrs. Thomas stated a new category called Board Topics will be added to the agenda. The board met on January 4th
for
a retreat. Mr. Block summarized what was discussed at the retreat conveying the board’s priorities for the district and
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how to set goals against priorities to continue to move the district forward . The power point presentation provided the
framework for priorities and goals. A summary of priorities were divided into groups of: Academic Standards,
Finance, Facilities, Personnel, and Policy, Community & Legislative. Ideas were consolidated and summarized within
each group. Board discussion entailed each committee chair communicate with the administrative liaison to review
priorities discussed within the specific group choosing two or three goals gathering feedback to report to board. A
general consensus agreed Council Rock’s culture should be considered and involved when setting goals. Request made
for Mr. Klein to gather feedback from administrators with regard to goals. Additional dialog included an interest in
developing and charter an Employee Relations Committee and the Board meeting for another workshop to be
determined.
VII. Committee Reports
Mrs. Thomas appointed Mr. Abramson to chair the Policy Committee.
Academic Standards Committee
Mrs. Brooks- Reported the January 2nd
meeting was cancelled due to snow. The February 6th
meeting at 6:00 p.m.
will be on curriculum connector and 7:30 p.m. will entail an update on innovations and technology.
Facilities Committee
Mrs. McKessy- Reviewed regular updates in terms on status of construction, capital projects. An updated Capital
Improvement document was distributed to the board. Commended the staff for a good job due to the weather
conditions. Next meeting on January 23rd
will be regular updates and a presentation from Decision Insight.
Finance Committee
Dr. Foster-Last meeting took place on 12/18. Discussed operating results for year and how budget performed against
what was projected, being a percent or less of budgeted items. Reviewed financial projections for future based upon
liabilities that are expected. Also reviewed Act 1 budget timelines. Next Meeting will be January 23rd
to include the
topics of: presentation of audited financial statements for the last budget year, update on bond issues for the capital
program, and discussion of public information available from Pennsylvania Department of Education which can be
used to compare Council Rock’s budget to other school districts. This comparison can be used as part of the
benchmarking activity listed on the board’s goal draft.
MBIT Committee
Dr. Foster-Reported open house took place on January 7th
with good attendance. Interesting to observe teachers pitch
program to prospective students. A presentation by Skills USA government officers was held during the meeting.
Currently do not have a president of the MBIT executive council and will be addressed at the next meeting. Dr. Foster
is currently acting president.
Bucks County Intermediate Unit No. 22 Committee
Mrs. Sexton- The IU met in November and will meet again on January 21st.
VIII. Solicitor’s Report – Rob Cox, Esq.
Mr. Cox reported an informational session was held on January 4th
during which neither deliberation or voting
occurred. An executive session was held this evening to discuss matters that are in litigation and personnel matters.
IX. Public Comment
Joanne Hinton- Richboro- Thanked the board for acknowledging issue of library hours and acting so quickly.
Questioned if Keystones exams were approved by State Legislature. Mr. Klein responded by explaining the
legislature in 2011 voted to act on Keystone exam along with variety of other things. It included ten exams. The
Board of Education then began their regulatory process to implement the statute set. Currently Board of Education
has only implemented three of ten exams. Two are currently in process subject to financing. The remaining five are
undetermined at this time. Mrs. Hinton continued by thanking the board while it is Board Recognition Month.
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X. Board Comment
Mrs. Thomas- Thanked Mr. Block for all the work completed on this evening’s board presentation. Additionally
thanked all board members for their time and effort.
Mr.Byelich- Acknowledged the passing of Mr. Borsavage on January 10, 2014. Mr. Borsavage was a longtime teacher
and coach at Council Rock.
Mrs. Brooks-Supports the extended library hours. Interested in considering buses move to the time of 5:00 instead of
4:00. Would like to know what implications there may be when creating next year’s budget.
For your attention:
Tax Adjustments and Refunds
Board Calendar
IU Executive Board Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.
Bucks County Intermediate Unit #22
Facilities Committee Meeting Thursday, January 23, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.
The Chancellor Center
Finance Committee Meeting Thursday, January 23, 2014
Immediately Following the Facilities Meeting
The Chancellor Center
Academic Standards Committee Meeting Thursday, February 6, 2014
Agenda Topics
Curriculum Connector at 6:00 p.m.
Technology’s Impact on Classroom Instruction at 7:30
p.m. During the Board Meeting
The Chancellor Center
Agenda Board Meeting Thursday, February 6, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
The Chancellor Center
MBIT Executive Committee Meeting Monday, February 10, 2014 at 5:30 PM
Middle Bucks Institute of Technology
Planning Committee Thursday, February 13, 2014 at 7:00 PM
The Chancellor Center
Regular Board Meeting Thursday, February 20, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
The Chancellor Center
Having no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:49 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Donna Heverly, Acting Board Secretary
Council Rock Board of School Directors
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