President Hull called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Rich Ertel of Amato, Fox & Company, Certified Public Accountants, distributed their findings of the external audit of the financial statements of the Belfast School District for the year ending June 30, 2009. Mr. Ertel reviewed aspects of interest with the Board and stated the District is in good financial standing.
Superintendent May reminded Board members of the upcoming high school play and the annual senior citizensÕ Christmas dinner.
Enrollment numbers were reviewed.
Mrs. May presented building project change orders and updated Board members on recent happenings in this regard.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the minutes of the September 8, and September 22, 2009 regular meetings
- the external audit report for the year ended June 30, 2009 as prepared by Amato, Fox & Company
- change from conditional appointment status due to fingerprint clearance
- CSE and CPSE recommendations as presented
- the 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C., March 3 through March 6, 2010
- the following teaching and non-teaching substitutes for the 2009-2010 school year: MaryJo Hubbard, Roberta Hull-Joseph, Diana Joseph, Carrie Carpenter,
Argie Jandrew, Roberta Hill, Susan Ebeling, Charles Meeks, Elizabeth Sherwood, and Jesse Keiser
- appointment of Mark Senuta as modified boysÕ basketball coach for the 2009-2010 season.
The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information
September 22, 2009
President Hull called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the treasurerÕs reports for the month of August
- a revised Capital Fund - Chase Bank Treasurer's Report from the month of July
- Board of Education goals for 2009-2010
- CSE recommendations
- practicum students as presented
- an agreement with Building Blocks Comprehensive Services for speech services through June 10, 2010
- an extension of a long-term substitute appointment for Nicole Lewis until November 23, 2009
- Elizabeth DePue, Marleah Irwin, Tiffany Grimes, Elizabeth Wolcott, Adriel Perkins, Jennifer Morton, and Ashley Ralyea as substitute teachers and substitute teacher aides for the 2009-2010 school year
- Zachary Hamer as a substitute cleaner for the 2009-2010 school year
Superintendent May updated the Board on the building project, including the status of staff relocation, interior progress, a concrete issue in the bus garage, and acts of vandalism.
Administrative goals for the 2008-2009 school year were reviewed and suggestions made for establishing new goals for the present school year.
The Board was informed of upcoming dates of interest and swine flu preventative techniques.
Discussion was had on homework being assigned and expected to be completed via the internet. Suggestions were made in regard to staff ensuring students have access and are able to complete tasks using this method of technology.
The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information
September 8, 2009
President Hull called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Jeff Smith presented the fire inspection report for the 2009-10 school year.
Mrs. Amos provided an update on the opening of school and the start of the year. Vandalism on the new playground was discussed as were the many positive comments received on the playgrounds. The faculty/staff handbook for the 2009-2010 school year was received and questions were entertained.
Superintendent May informed the Board that there are no Incidental Teaching Assignments for this year. A file containing sex offenders was distributed for Board member review. Enrollment numbers were distributed. The Board was informed there would not be numbers to substantiate a jv soccer team for both girls and boys this season. Superintendent May provided an update on staffing.
The Board approved the following as presented: - the minutes of the August 11, 2009 regular meeting - the fire inspection report for 2009-2010 as presented - increasing the substitute rate of pay to $75 per day for certified substitute teachers - appointment of the following substitutes for the 2009-2010 school year: Kimberly Lau-Garrison, Amanda Brenon, Kailey Pulos, Casandra Mills, and Bill Swanson - appointment of Ashley Ralyea as a substitute bus attendant for the 2009- 2010 school year - attendance for the fall Allegany County Association of School Boards dinner meeting - out-of-district student attendance -
Michael Preston as modified boysÕ soccer coach for the 2009 season. - the resignation of Patricia Peperato as modified boysÕ soccer scorekeeper for the 2009 season - appointment of Sandy Miller as modified boysÕ soccer scorekeeper for the 2009 season - the resignation due to retirement of James Ace from his position of bus driver effective December 31, 2009 - an extension to a maternity leave of absence for Liz Hamer from her position of elementary teacher until November 23, 2009 - the adult education sponsorship agreement with BOCES for the 2009- 2010 school year - transfer of an elementary teacher from the elementary tenure area to the special education tenure area The meeting adjourned at 7:42 p.m.
Board of Education Information July 14, 2009
Reorganizational Meeting
At 6:34 p.m., the Clerk of the Board called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. The Clerk of the Board administered the Oath of Office to Board member Mark Alessi upon his reelection. She then administered the Oath of Office to new Board member Lisa Wuersig upon her election.
Richard Hull, Jr. was re-elected as President and Mark Alessi re-elected as Vice President. The Clerk of the Board administered the Oath of Office to President Hull and Vice President Alessi.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the minutes of the June 9, and June 23, 2009 regular meetings
- the treasurerÕs reports for the month of June
- award the bid for natural gas to National Fuel Resources
- the discipline report for the month of June
- annual appointments for 2009-2010 as follows:
School Physician Zahi Kassas, M.D.
Board Clerk Eileen Ostrander
Tax Collector Robin Owens
Auditor Extra Curricular Jennifer Amos
District Treasurer Robert Lingenfelter
Deputy Treasurer Judy May
Treasurer Extra Curricular Robin Owens
Federal Lunch Supervisor Robert Lingenfelter
Investment Funds Designee Robert Lingenfelter
Adopter Free & Fed. Lunch Robert Lingenfelter
Federal Funds Comptroller Robert Lingenfelter
School Attorney Hodgson/Russ
School Auditors Fox & Company
Access Public Records Officer Judy May
Petty Cash Accountant Eileen Ostrander
Purchasing Agent J May, R Lingenfelter
Payroll Certification Officer J May, J Amos
Budget Transfers Officer Judy May Asbestos Designee Jeff Smith
Authorization to Sign Checks J May, R. Lingenfelter
Authorized Electronic Check Signatures J May, R. Lingenfelter
Anti-harassment Officer Guidance Counselor
Hearing Officer Pamela Kirkwood
Liaison for Homeless Children Guidance Counselor
Internal Auditor Nichele James
Internal Claims Auditors M Arnold/P Oliver
Attendance Officer 5-12 Principal
Title IX/504/ADA Compliance Officer CSE Chairperson
Chief Fiscal Officer Superintendent
Chemical Hygiene Officer C Flanagan-Watson
Pesticide Officer Head Custodian
Designated official to receive Principal
court notification regarding a student's sentence/adjudication in criminal cases and juvenile delinquency proceedings
Reviewing official and verification official District Treasurer
for participation in the federal child nutrition program
Hearing official for participation in the Superintendent
federal child nutrition program
19A Certifier James Schneider
Substitute Caller Tina Lingenfelter
CIO Data Entry Clerk Kathleen Eddy
Technology Coordinator Kathleen Eddy
- accompanist hours for the 2009-2010 school
- election inspectors for school district voting and annual meeting for the 2009-10 school year
- banks and bank accounts for the 2009-10 school year
- exceptional payments between warrants for the 2009-2010 school year
- establishing the petty cash fund in the amount of $100
- mileage for the 2009-2010 school year to be as established by the IRS
- the Olean Times Herald and the Wellsville Daily Reporter as the official school newspapers for the 2009-10 school year
- the following Board committees: the building and grounds committee, the audit committee, and the policy review committee
- Judy May as clerk pro tem in absence of the district clerk
- the regular board meeting day(s) and time(s) for the 2009-10 school year as follows: the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. except for the months of July, August, and December when the Board would meet one time, the second Tuesday
- re-establishing the tuition rate for out-of-district students as $1,000 per student per year
- the Committee on Special Education, the Committee on Preschool Special Education, and establishing a sub committee for the Committee on Special Education and Committee on Preschool Special Education
- authorizing the superintendent to approve all conferences and workshops for the 2009-10 school year
- authorizing the superintendent to enter into contracts with service providers for applied behavior analysis
- granting authorization for the school district to apply for all federal and state grants
- appointing Richard Hull as delegate and Mark Alessi as alternate to the Allegany & Cattaraugus Association of School Boards
- appointing Mark Alessi as a legislative liaison to the NYS School Boards Association
- re-adoption of all present policies
- declaring no conflicts of interest as per the code of ethics policy
- approving the Class of 2009 Graduation List as presented
- a resolution delegating power to the President of the Board to authorize the issuance and sale of revenue anticipation notes in anticipation of the collection of revenues to be received as state aid by the school district from the State of New York during an emergency situation whereby the Board would not be convening in a timely manner
- attendance at workshops for Board members
- appointing Nicholas Fuller as a summer substitute cleaner for 2009
- a revision to the following policies: 7514 Student Health Record, 7240 Student Records: Access and Challenge, 7242 Student Directory Information, 6120 Equal Employment Opportunity, 5686 Information Security Breach & Notification, 5760 Qualifications of Bus Drivers, 7512 Student Physicals, and 6212 Certification & Qualifications
- support of Delores Ackerman as a candidate for New York State School Boards Area 3 Director
- five summer workdays each for Laurie Fuller and Priscilla Beardsley
- appointing fall, winter, and spring coaching & related positions for the 09-10 school year as follows:
Boys' Varsity Soccer Coach Mark Sullivan
Boys' Varsity Soccer Scorekeeper Evelyn Alessi
Boys' Varsity Soccer Timer Bruce Harrington
Boys' JV Soccer Scorekeeper Evelyn Alessi
Boys' JV Soccer Timer Bruce Harrington
Boys' Modified Soccer Coach Mike Preston
Boys' Modified Soccer Scorekeeper Patty Peperato
Boys' Modified Soccer Timer Amy Smith
Boys' Varsity Volleyball Coach Derek Briggs
Boys' Varsity Volleyball Scorekeeper Michele Gilbert
BoysÕ Varsity Volleyball Scoreclock Keeper Joanne Ross
Boys' Varsity Basketball Coach Don Worthington
Boys' JV & Varsity Basketball Scorekeeper Carolyn Burr
Boys' JV & Varsity Basketball Timer Evelyn Alessi
Boys' JV & Varsity Shot Clock Timer Darleen Person
Boys' JV Basketball Coach Dave Cox
Ticket Seller for Basketball Bruce Harrington
Boys' Modified Basketball Scorekeeper Eileen Ostrander
Boys' Modified Basketball Timer Amy Smith
BoysÕ 5/6 Basketball Coach Deb Borden
GirlsÕ 5/6 Basketball Coach Mary Paulsen
Varsity Baseball Coach Mark Sullivan
Varsity Baseball Scorebook Keeper Carolyn Burr
Varsity & JV Baseball Scoreboard Keeper Amy Smith
Modified Baseball Coach Shane Hurd
Modified Baseball Scorebook Keeper Sandy Miller
Modified Baseball Scoreboard Keeper Amy Smith
Girls' Varsity Soccer Coach Kevin Morton
Girls' Varsity Soccer Scorekeeper Carolyn Burr
Girls' Varsity Soccer Timer Lisa Denning
Girls' JV Soccer Coach Shane Hurd
Girls' JV Soccer Scorekeeper Carolyn Burr
Girls' JV Soccer Timer Amy Smith
Girls' Modified Soccer Coach Dixie Middaugh
Girls' Modified Soccer Scorekeeper Robert Lingenfelter
Girls' Modified Soccer Timer Lisa Denning
Girls' Varsity Volleyball Coach Joanne Ross
Girls' Varsity Volleyball Scorekeeper Michele Gilbert
GirlsÕ Varsity Volleyball Scoreclock Keeper Amy Smith
Varsity Softball Coach Mary Paulsen
Varsity Softball Scorekeeper Lori Wilson
Varsity Softball Scoreboard Keeper Amy Smith
JV Softball Scoreboard Keeper Amy Smith
Modified Softball Scorekeeper Robert Lingenfelter
Modified Softball Scoreboard Keeper Lisa Denning
Girls' Varsity Basketball Coach Faith Roeske
Girls' Varsity & JV Basketball Scorekeeper Lori Wilson
Girls' Varsity & JV Basketball Timer Evelyn Alessi
Girls' Varsity & JV Shotclock Timer Lisa Denning
Girls' JV Basketball Coach Dixie Middaugh
Girls' Modified Basketball Coach Sandy Miller
Girls' Modified Basketball Scorekeeper Eileen Ostrander
Girls' Modified Basketball Timer Lisa Denning
Varsity Golf Coach Bruce Harrington
Varsity Tennis Coach Patty Peperato
Varsity Cheerleading Coach Kathy Shafer
Mrs. Amos presented results from June 2009 regents testing.
Procedure for Board of Education goal setting for the 2009-2010 school year was discussed.
Fall sports schedules were provided.
Superintendent May updated Board members on our capital improvements project.
Superintendent May informed the Board of a gift of a Prisoner of War Missing in Action flag presented at the alumni banquet by Patric Metz from the Belfast Central School Class of 1956.
The meeting adjourned at 8:16 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information
June 23, 2009
President Richard Hull called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.
Mr. Schneider, Head Bus Mechanic, spoke about the NYS DOT Bus Inspection System Operator Profile for this past year. Belfast received a 96.6% passing rate on bus safety inspections.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the treasurerÕs report for the month of May
- budget transfers as presented
- a resolution pertaining to funding the Vehicle Reserve Fund
- the discipline report for the month of May
- the Belfast Central School Code of Conduct and student handbook, with revisions, for 2009-10 and the athletic handbooks for 2009-10 as presented
- summer school for 2009 for 75 hours total for students who need extended-year programs as mandated by the CSE
- summer school teachers for 2009 Ð Michelle Calanni as teacher and Melanie Miller substitute
- authorizing the superintendent to make any necessary budgetary transfers through June 30, 2009
- CSE & CPSE recommendations as presented
- a bus lease with the Town of Belfast for summer recreation
- summer substitute cleaners: Coty Winchell, Zachary Hamer, Nathan Dodge
- a Houghton College student teacher placement for fall 2009 for Tabitha Parry working with Mrs. Alessi in English
- appointment of Mark Sullivan and Faith Roeske as physical education teachers
- the managerial/confidential employeesÕ agreement for the 2009-2010 school year
- an employment contract with Judy May, superintendent/K-4 principal, for July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2012
- the resignation of Amy Bonning-Smith from the position of summer bus driver effective immediately
- the appointment of Mark Sullivan to the position of supervisor of athletic events for the 2009-2010 school year
Superintendent May reminded Board members of upcoming events. She presented notes of thanks from Rich Sullivan and Dan Young for retirement clocks and from Carrie Flanagan-Watson for support of her administrative internship.
Mrs. May also presented building project change orders for playground equipment and brickwork.
The meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information June 9, 2009
President Richard Hull called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the minutes of the May 12, 2009 budget hearing, the May 12, 2009 regular meeting and the May 26, 2009 regular meeting
- appointment of summer bus drivers for special education classes as follows: James Ace, James Perrin, Kathleen Malota, Amy Bonning-Smith
- appointment of summer bus attendants for special education classes as follows: Kim Ralyea and Lisa Denning
- appointment of class advisors for the 2009-2010 school year as follows:
SENIOR CLASS Robin Owens & Lori Wilson
JUNIOR CLASS Evie Alessi & Josh Hazelton
SOPHOMORE CLASS Ron Webb
FRESHMAN CLASS Mary Paulsen & Sandy Miller
HS STUDENT COUNCIL Robin Owens
MS STUDENT COUNCIL Mary Paulsen & Charlotte Marsh
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Patty Peperato
YEARBOOK ADVISOR Laura Brace & Denise Atherton
ODYSSEY OF THE MIND Melanie Miller & Michele Calanni
AWARDS ASSEMBLY ADVISOR Robin Owens & Evie Alessi
PLAY DIRECTOR Patty Peperato
MUSICAL:
PLAY DIRECTOR Aubri Ordway
MUSIC DIRECTOR Derek Briggs
NEWSPAPER ADVISOR Patty Peperato
- preschool transportation contracts for 09-10
- summer substitute cleaners as follows: Marion Brundage, Dylan Bonning, Travis Cole, and Alan Ackley
- probationary appointment of Melanie Miller as special education teacher
- a revised intermunicipal agreement with Cattaraugus/Allegany BOCES for internal auditing services effective July 1, 2009 and extending through and including June 30, 2012
Emily Hooker spoke on behalf of the Teen Action Board, an organization of teens from Allegany County Schools recently united to help prevent drinking and risky behavior amongst their peers.
The Board was informed of various dates of importance: Baccalaureate Ð June 21, 7 p.m., BCS Awards Assembly Ð June, 25, 2009 Ð 7 p.m., BCS Graduation Ð Friday, June 26, 2009 Ð 7 p.m., BOCES Graduation Ð Friday, June 19, 2009 Ð 7 p.m. at GVCS.
Enrollment numbers for the past month were provided as were district voting results from the past ten years.
Superintendent May provided information on our building project.
2009 state testing results for math for students in grades 3 through 8 were presented.
Principal Amos presented a synopsis of Business First rankings of schools throughout New York State and Allegany County.
The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information
May 26, 2009
President Richard Hull called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the treasurerÕs report for the month of April
- budget transfers as presented
- the discipline report for the past month
- the vote on the school budget as follows: 113 yes votes, 63 no votes
- the vote on establishing the vehicle reserve fund as follows: 107 yes votes, 54 no votes
- the vote on the Belfast Public Library budget as follows: 139 yes votes, 32 no votes
- the vote on the Board of Education seat presently held by Mark Alessi as follows: Mark Alessi - 115 votes
- the vote on the Board of Education seat presently held by Patricia Chamberlain as follows: Lisa Wuersig - 117 votes
- the vote on the Belfast Public Library Board of Trustees seat presently held by Sherrie Gielow: Sherrie Gielow Ð 124 votes
- holding the Belfast School reorganizational meeting on July 14, 2009
- declaring items as surplus to be sold or discarded: 1970-2005 National Geographic magazines, including indexes, NY Times Great Personalities and Great Events, Two Microfiche sets, including program guides, US History on CD ROM, 1993 Sharp TV w/ remote Ð doesnÕt have inputs for newer VCR/DVD players, 2 ea. Wooden card catalogs with 4 drawers, 2 ea. Wooden card catalogs with 2 drawers, 13 ea. Cardboard card catalog drawers, Various duplicate yearbooks from guidance office, Sony Micro Transcriber, Dukane Filmstrip projector, 16 mm filmstrip projector w/2 film spindles, 2 Record players, Kodak Slide carousel, Negative imager, Califone listening center - doesnÕt work, Eiki Tape Recorder Ð broken, and garage doors on the old bus garage
- CSE and CPSE recommendations as presented
- appointment of Deandra Johnson and Melissa Stocking as non-teaching substitutes for the remainder of the 08-09 school year
- tabling conditional appointment of a non-teaching substitute for the remainder of the 08-09 school year
- increasing the rate of pay for substitute day cleaners to $7.50 per hour & substitute night cleaners to $7.75 per hour
- additional work hours for substitute cleaners - summer help
- tenure appointments for Jennifer Amos, Kelly McQueen, Deborah Borden, and Aubri Ordway
Superintendent May presented English Language Arts testing results for 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 for grades 3 through 8.
Mrs. May also provided an update on progress to date on the capital improvements project. She presented a color schematic for the new bus garage building and information on what is anticipated for the next few weeks.
The percentage of students who participated in sports teams this past school year was discussed.
Mr. Pulos expressed appreciation for the Board of EducationÕs position on the school budget recently approved.
The meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information
May 12, 2009
President Richard Hull called the meeting to order at 6:58 p.m. following the annual budget hearing.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the minutes of the April 14 and April 28, 2009 regular meetings
- out-of-district student attendance for the 2009-2010 school year
- CPSE and CSE recommendations
- a field experience for Houghton College students
- textbooks: Integrated Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 & Trigonometry (AMSCO Publications)
- re-appointment of Francis Winicki as part-time elementary art teacher and Thomas Larson as part-time technology teacher for the 2009-2010 school year
Discussion was had on the recent Corrective Action Plan for the State Audit.
Mr. Lingenfelter distributed a summary sheet depicting the final results of the bid for bond anticipation notes to finance our capital improvements project.
Mrs. May reminded Board members of invitations to the sports banquet
Enrollment numbers for the past month were reviewed.
The Board received notice of upcoming tenure recommendations.
Invitations to the retirement dinner for Mr. Sullivan and Mr. Young were received.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information - April 28, 2009
At 6:32 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the treasurerÕs report for the month of March 2009
- the discipline report for the month of March 2009
- the 2009-10 Cattaraugus-Allegany-Erie-Wyoming BOCES Administrative Budget
- casting votes for candidates for the Cattaraugus-Allegany-Erie-Wyoming BOCES for areas 2, 5, and 6
- election inspectors and the chairperson for the district referendum to be held May 19, 2009
- the property tax report card for the 2009-2010 school year
- Allison Winchip as a certified substitute teacher and non-teaching substitute for the remainder of the 2008-2009 school year
- bids for materials and supplies
- the academic calendar for the 2009-2010 school year
- attendance at the Allegany/Cattaraugus Association of School Boards spring meeting
- a calendar adjustment for the 2008-2009 school year granting May 22nd as a holiday for students, the Belfast TeachersÕ Association members, and 10-month employees in the Belfast School Related Personnel Association
- a calendar adjustment for the end of June as follows: June 24 will be a half-day for elementary, K-6 students. Teaching staff will attend through June 26. School Related Personnel Association members will attend through June 24
- the intent to retire from Richard Sullivan from his position of physical education teacher effective July 28, 2009
Superintendent May reminded Board members of the May 19 Budget Vote and various activities taking place that day, along with the May Meetings and dates of significance.
Board members were invited to attend the Honor Roll breakfast scheduled for May 13, 2009.
Superintendent May presented candidates that will be considered for tenure.
Specifics on the upcoming Camp Rushford excursion and further information on the senior class trip to Cleveland, OH were provided
Mrs. May updated the Board on the Building Project. The benefits of offering online and distance learning classes were also discussed.
The meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information April 14, 2009
At 6:32 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the minutes of the March 10, and March 31, 2009 regular meetings.
- the 2009-10 school budget to be presented at the budget hearing on May 12, 2009.
- a resolution and proposition to be put before the voters at the DistrictÕs annual meeting and vote establishing a bus reserve fund.
- a resolution authorizing a 2008-09 School Budget Expansion due to Increased Special Education costs.
- hiring Slant consultants to conduct a cafeteria review.
- requests for transportation to and from private schools for the 2009-2010 school year.
- CSE recommendations as presented.
- acceptance of the high bid for the sale of a 1997 Ford Taurus.
- acceptance of the high bid for the sale of a 2001 International School Bus.
- the appointment of Lisa Denning to the position of modified softball scoreboard keeper for the 2009 season.
- the appointment of Amy Bonning-Smith to the position of varsity softball scoreboard keeper for the 2009 season.
Superintendent May presented enrollment numbers for the past month.
The Board was informed of the National Honor Society county banquet to be held on May 4, 2009.
Superintendent May updated the Board on recent events at BCS where a partial lock down occurred. She also informed the Board of various areas of construction occurring over the spring recess.
The meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education March 31, 2009
At 6:32 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
Mr. Lingenfelter presented the instructional portion of the budget along with estimated revenues.
Discussion was had on various acts of vandalism that have occurred at the school and around the Town of Belfast.
Principal Amos reported on a county-wide staff development day held on March 20, 2009 and also presented the School Report Card for the 2007-2008 school year.
Superintendent May provided an update on the building project timeline. She also informed the Board there would not be jv teams this year for both softball and baseball.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the discipline report for the month of February
- CSE recommendations
- change from conditional appointment status due to fingerprint clearance
- Danielle Lewis as a non-teaching substitute
- April Bowers, Rory Dudley, and Mae Pennisi as non-certified substitute teachers and non-teaching substitutes
- Krista Roorbach as a certified substitute teacher
- conditional appointment of Sara Gilbert as a non-certified substitute teacher and non-teaching substitute pending fingerprint clearance
- Amber Kerling as a hearing officer for the Belfast Central School
- the intent to retire from Daniel Young from the position of physical education teacher, effective July 1, 2009
- a maternity leave of absence for Elizabeth Hamer from the position of elementary teacher beginning on or about June 10, 2009
- the appointment of Melissa Cahill as a long-term substitute for Mrs. HamerÕs maternity leave of absence
- a maternity leave of absence for Erin Lord from the position of special education teacher beginning on or about May 17
President Hull stated he had received a DVD from the New York State School Boards Association in regard to lobbying. The Board will review the DVD at a future meeting.
The rear parking lot was discussed in regard to construction and the danger of dropping students off there. The situation will be reviewed as construction begins.
The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information March 10, 2009
At 6:32 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
The Board approved the following:
- the minutes of the February 10, 2009 and February 24, 2009 regular Board of Education meetings and the February 26, 2009 special Board of Education meeting
- awarding athletic quotes as presented by Mr. Lingenfelter
- the treasurerÕs reports for the month of February
- tabling discussion on the instructional and revenues portion of the 2009-2010 budget until the March 31st Board of Education meeting when there will be more accurate information available
- attendance at the Allegany/Cattaraugus Association of School Boards delegateÕs annual business meeting and the BOCES annual meeting
- the legal notice of budget hearing and annual meeting
- sports schedules for spring 2009
- appointment of Sandy Miller as modified baseball scorebook keeper
- CSE recommendations
- Morgan Techmanski and John Stengel as substitute teachers for the remainder of the 2008-2009 school year
- granting authority to use Auctions International as a source to liquidate surplus and obsolete items
- declaring the following items as surplus: White Garage (entire garage except for the new overhead door), Commercial dishwasher, Steel shelving for cooler, Weight machine (located in weight room), Playground slides, one straight slide and one spiral slide, 220 v. 5 kw electric heaters installed in bus garage for temporary heat, Dark room door. 2 TV carts, Accordion hallway on wheels, File cabinets (drawers do not work), 2 gym scoreboards, 1997 Ford Taurus wagon, 2001 International 60 passenger school bus, Outdated wall maps of Europe, Asia, Latin America, the US, NY State, Assortment of old uniforms
- a student teacher placement for Kaitlyn Mix with Carolyn Converse from March 16 through May 8, 2009
- moving the March 24, 2009 regular Board meeting to March 31, 2009
- Stacie Arnold as a long-term substitute custodian through the end of the 2008-2009 school year
- accepting the written Corrective Action Plan to the report of examination prepared by the Office of the State Comptroller
The Board was informed that the Allegany County Area Foundation is not hosting the Education Recognition Banquet this year. They will be awarding scholarships to students and have requested to do so at individual schoolÕs graduations or awards nights.
Enrollment numbers were provided as was a letter requesting support from a BOCES Board member candidate.
Superintendent May informed the Board that the Belfast Central School participated in the Odyssey of the Mind Competition at the Allegany/Limestone Central School. She also stated that math assessments were taking place this week.
The meeting adjourned at 8:44 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information
February 24, 2009
At 6:30 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
Discussion was had on the Transportation, community service and census, and the undistributed portion of the 2009-10 budget.
Mrs. May reminded Board members of upcoming events.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the treasurerÕs report for the month of January.
- the discipline report for the month of January.
- awarding contract RC-1 Roof Construction to A.W. Farrell & Son. Inc.
- change in title of head mechanic to transportation supervisor/head mechanic.
- a resolution to participate in the State of New York Deferred Compensation Plan.
- CSE and CPSE recommendations as presented.
- amending the Belfast Central School Managerial/Confidential Employees Agreement to further define health insurance buyout stipends.
The meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-3659940
Board of Education Information
February 10, 2009
At 6:32 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the minutes of the January 27, 2009 regular Board of Education meeting
- adopting a resolution supporting the Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES in borrowing funds to alleviate the impact of delayed BOCES payments from area districts
- 5th grade participation in Camp Rushford and granting authority to the superintendent to execute the agreement for use of the Rushford Environmental Education Center
- accepting the resignation of Dixie Middaugh from the position of modified softball scorekeeper and Carolyn Converse from the position of jv baseball scorekeeper for the 2008-2009 season
- appointing Tina Lingenfelter to the position of modified softball scorekeeper, Harvey Butler to the position of jv and varsity baseball scoreboard keeper, Amy Bonning-Smith to the position of modified baseball scoreboard keeper, and Bonnie Barber to the position of jv baseball scorekeeper for the 2008-2009 season
- attendance at the Allegany/Cattaraugus Association of School Boards legislative breakfast for Richard Hull and Robert Lingenfelter.
Mrs. Amos provided information on the results of January Regents testing.
Superintendent May reported that we would be hosting an art show and spring concert on May 19. She also reported on enrollment numbers.
The Board will hold a work session to review budget items on February 26, 2009, at 6:30 p.m.
The meeting adjourned at 6:57 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
January 13, 2009 Meeting Ð Canceled
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At 6:30 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
Information was provided on our capital improvements project. Items to be addressed in our five-year plan were reviewed. Construction bid results were provided.
The Board approved the following as presented:
the minutes of the December 9, 2008 regular Board of Education meeting
awarding bids for the 2007 capital improvements project
rejecting all roof installation bids and authorizing Clark Patterson Lee, architects, to prepare revised bid documents
the treasurerÕs reports for the month of November (with correction to MBIA Class report) and for the month of December as presented
the GASB 45 Financial Report as prepared by the Alliance Benefit Group
budget transfers for negative accounts
the discipline reports for the months of November and December
conditional appointment of Robert Sherry, Tracy Scheib, and Noah Alessi as substitutes for the 2008-2009 school year pending fingerprint clearance
CSE recommendations & CPSE recommendations
a request for Kathy Shafer to serve as a volunteer for varsity cheerleading for the 08-09 season
a student teacher placement for Mae Pennisi, an English student, working with Mrs. Alessi from March 16 Ð May 8, 2009
the support staff negotiations committee as presented
change from conditional appointment status for Jordin Fuller and Don Worthington, coaches, and for Constance Biele, substitute, due to fingerprint clearance
extending the appointment of Melanie Miller as a long-term substitute teacher, replacing Katherine Findlay, through the end of the 2008-2009 school year
General Support items of the 2009-2010 budget were reviewed. Mrs. May informed the Board of preliminary budget figures proposed by the governor. She stated groups are brainstorming on various areas where costs could be cut.
Mrs. Amos reported on activities held during the early release date of January 9, 2009
for our faculty.
Enrollment numbers and upcoming events were distributed.
Mrs. May acknowledged notes of thanks received for the senior citizensÕ holiday dinner.
The Board was informed of upcoming New York State School Boards Association lobby dates, the upcoming BOCES annual meeting, the intent to begin negotiations for the School Related Personnel Association, and tabled acceptance of the Report of Examination for the Belfast Central School District as prepared by the Office of the State Comptroller.
The meeting adjourned at 9:27 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information - December 9, 2008
At 6:30 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the minutes of the November 11, 2008 regular Board of Education meeting
- the discipline report for the month of October
- Amanda Blake as a substitute teacher
- Allison Beck and Johanna Tripler as substitute teachers and nonteaching substitutes
- Amanda Person and Tammy Denning as nonteaching substitutes
- the budget calendar for 2009
- the Belfast Central School prom to be held at St. PatÕs Hall on May 30, 2009
- CSE/CPSE recommendations as presented
- the 5th and 6th grade basketball program
- Mary Paulsen and Deb Borden as 5th and 6th grade basketball coaches
- permanent appointment status for Tamika Burdette due to completion of probationary period
- the resignation of Erin White from the position of long-term substitute teacher
- the appointment of Melissa Cahill as long-term substitute teacher
- a resolution authorizing the standardization of bid
- a contract with Al Lewis to serve in the capacity of building project representative for the 2007 Capital Improvements Project
Mr. Lingenfelter presented the GASB 45 financial report as prepared by the firm of Alliance Benefit Group. This report shows the DistrictÕs financial responsibility for future post-employment benefits.
Mrs. Amos provided information on the New York State District Report Card for the Belfast Central School, depicting data from the 2006-2007 school year.
The Board was reminded of the Senior Citizens' luncheon to be held on December 13, 2008 and was provided the weekly staff events bulletin.
Superintendent May presented enrollment figures. She also updated the Board on the building project.
Discussion was had on the status of the after-school program funded through ACCORD's 21st Century Grant.
Discussion was had on a proposed concept of Belfast Board members meeting informally with staff to get better acquainted.
The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information
November 11, 2008
At 6:30 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the minutes of the October 14, 2008 regular meeting
- the minutes of the October 28, 2008 regular meeting
- the tax collectorÕs report for 2008-2009
- the treasurerÕs report for the month of October
- the revised September MBIA General Fund Treasurer's Report
- the external audit report as prepared by Amato Fox & Company for the year ended
June 30, 2008
- CSE & CPSE recommendations as presented
- change from conditional appointment status for Nathaniel Clark, substitute, due to
fingerprint clearance
- the appointment of Timothy Lyon as a certified teaching substitute for the 2008-
2009 school year
- recognition of civil service classification for Leigh Atherton, custodian
- conditional appointment of Jordin Fuller as boysÕ modified basketball coach for the
08-09 season pending fingerprint clearance
- canceling the November 25, 2008 regular Board of Education meeting.
The Board was reminded of the Senior citizens' Christmas dinner - December 13, 2008 - 12:00 noon and the upcoming fall play November 14 and 15.
An enrollment report was provided as well as the most up-to-date sports schedules.
The Board was informed of Rich SullivanÕs Induction into the Section V Soccer Hall of Fame.
Mrs. May reiterated that a lawsuit in Section IV is causing area schools to abide by Title IX rules in regard to cheerleaders cheering for girls as well as boys. They will cheer at home games only.
The meeting adjourned at 7:31 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information October 29, 2008
At 6:30 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
The School Board was acknowledged for their dedicated service to the Belfast Central School District by the Belfast TeachersÕ Association, The Belfast School Related Personnel Association, and the Student Council.
Mrs. Gilbert, senior class advisor, and seniors presented the itinerary for the senior class trip to Cleveland, Ohio.
James Toner and James Parkes, of Amato, Fox & Company Auditors, gave an overview of their findings of the audit of the District financial statements for the year ending June 30, 2008. The audit will be presented for Board approval at the next meeting.
Superintendent May and President Hull shared various aspects of the New York State School Boards Convention they recently attended in New York City.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the treasurer's report for the month of September
- the internal audit report as prepared by Nichele James, BOCES internal auditor
- the discipline report
- the senior class trip to Cleveland, Ohio, May 22 - May 24, 2009
- policy 5511 Internal Audit Function
- appointment of Jacqueline Elliott as a certified substitute teacher and a nonteaching substitute
- appointment of Kirsten Wellcome Jeffers as a non-certified substitute teacher
- accompanist hours for the 2008-2009 school year
- a student teacher placement for Johanna Tripler, a Houghton College student, working with Bonnie Barber
- a student teacher placement for Diana Joseph, a University of Pittsford at Bradford student, working with Rich Sullivan
- change from conditional appointment status due to fingerprint clearance for Patrick Histed.
- tax exemption for persons over 65 with the sliding scale level at $6,500
The meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information October 14, 2008
At 6:31 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
Nicole Butler Ð long-term substitute guidance counselor candidate, was introduced to the Board.
The Board received a copy of the internal audit report as presented to the audit committee by Nichele James, BOCES Internal Auditor. The audit will be presented for approval at the next Board meeting.
Tom McElheny of Clark Patterson Lee Architects presented a building project update highlighting the following areas: timeline of project, initial construction involving phases to maintain program, bid alternates, survey, and the salvage of materials.
Superintendent May informed the Board of the dates for the upcoming high school play and the annual senior citizensÕ Christmas dinner
Enrollment numbers and the first reading of new policy 5511 Internal Audit Function were presented for review.
The Board was informed of the status of hiring employees through Americorps.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the minutes of the September 9, 2008 regular meeting and the minutes of the September 23, 2008 regular meeting.
- the opening of two new bank accounts
- Nicole Butler as a long-term substitute guidance counselor
- CSE recommendations
- the 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C.
- a contract with New Horizons for substitute speech services through June 2009
- a revision to policy 5310 Bonding of Employees and School Board Members
- a revision to policy 1335 Appointment & Duties of the Internal Claims Auditor
- the establishment of a sub committee of the CSE/CPSE
- the appointment of Jessica Mullen as a certified substitute teacher for the 2008-2009 school year
- approval to attend ACASB training on November 1, 2008
- coaching & related position appointments as follows:
Boys' Varsity & JV Volleyball Scorekeeper Bonnie Barber
BoysÕ Varsity & JV Volleyball Scoreclock Keeper Joanne Ross
Boys' Varsity Basketball Coach Don Worthington
Boys' JV Basketball Coach David Cox
Boys' JV & Varsity Basketball Scorekeeper Carolyn Converse
Girls' Varsity Basketball Coach Faith Roeske
Girls' JV Basketball Coach Dixie Middaugh
Girls' Modified Basketball Coach Sandy Miller
Boys' & GirlsÕ Modified Basketball Scorekeeper Eileen Ostrander
Modified Baseball Coach Shane Hurd
Varsity Softball Coach Mary Beth Arnold
JV Softball Coach Michelle Calanni
- the appointment of Al Lewis as Building Project Representative
Superintendent May distributed a booklet depicting 25 years of Allegany/Cattaraugus BOCES history.
The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information
September 23, 2008
At 6:30 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the treasurerÕs reports for the month of August
- attendance at the Allegany/Cattaraugus Association of School BoardsÕ fall meeting
- Melissa Cahill, Tyler Hudgins, and Constance Biele as teaching and non-teaching substitutes
- change from conditional appointment status due to fingerprint clearance
- CSE recommendations
- Aubri Ordway and Amy Smith as boysÕ modified soccer co-timers
Mr. Lingenfelter presented final June budget transfers that had been approved by Superintendent May.
Invitations to a BOCES Open House celebrating their 25-year history of excellence and invitations to the upcoming faculty/staff ÒFall FestÓ were distributed.
The Board received a copy of the weekly bulletin
Superintendent May provided an update on the pending building project.
Use of the facilities by an outside organization was discussed.
The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information September 9, 2008
At 6:31 p.m., Vice President Alessi called the meeting to order.
Principal Amos stated we are off to a good start to the beginning of the 2008-09 school year. She reiterated staff development areas provided to teachers and staff on September 2.
Superintendent May reminded Board members to bring NYS School Boards 2008 proposed bylaw amendments and resolutions areas needing to be addressed at the annual convention to an upcoming meeting.
Superintendent May informed the Board there are no Incidental Teaching Assignments for this year.
She also stated the monthly newsletter will be reproduced by our local BOCES instead of the Madison Oneida BOCES and that it may have a different appearance.
Board members returned surveys from the New York State School Boards Association.
Mrs. May informed the Board that we would again be participating in the Americorps Program.
Enrollment numbers were provided.
The Board learned that Belfast was not awarded the sidewalk grant funding, and that a student from Colombia, South America, would be attending Belfast from September through December.
The Board approved the following:
- the minutes of the August 5, and the August 26, 2008 regular meetings.
- rescinding the motion made at the Board of Education meeting of August 26, 2008 lifting conditional appointment status due to fingerprint clearance
- policy 6200 Determination of Employment Status: Employee or Independent Contractor
- revisions to policy 8470 Home Instruction (Home Schooling)
- conditional appointment of Sharon Rader and Nathanial Clark as non-certified substitute teachers and non-teaching substitutes for the 2008-2009 school year pending fingerprint clearance
- appointment of Lisa Dirlam as a certified substitute teacher for the 2008-2009 school year
- appointment of Kristina Willetts as a non-teaching substitute for the 2008-2009 school year
- conditional appointment of Michelle Denning as a non-teaching substitute for the 2008-2009 school year pending fingerprint clearance
- practicum students as follows:
Adriel Perkins and Sara Forsythe working with Joanne Ross
Emma Fitzgerald and Joanna Brautigam working with Brandi Mahon
April Lincoln and Phil Holcomb working with Wanda Weaver
- CSE recommendations as presented
- a modification to a maternity leave of absence
The meeting adjourned at 7:31 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information
August 26, 2008
At 6:30 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
Jeff Smith discussed the fire inspection.
The Board approved the following as presented:
- the July 2008 TreasurerÕs Reports
- the revised tax levy rates
- the Board of Education goals for the 2008-2009 school year
- policy 7710 Provision of Special Education Services to Nonpublic School Students with Disabilities Who Are Parentally Placed
- policy 7121 Screening of New School Entrants/Diagnostic Screening of Students
- acceptance of the fire inspection report
- an annual lease agreement with the Cattaraugus/Allegany BOCES for distance learning classroom space
- change from conditional appointment status due to fingerprint clearance
- conditional appointment of Glenda McKelvey as a non-teaching substitute for the 2008-2009 school year pending fingerprint clearance
- appointment of Audrey Newman and Matthew Wooding as non-teaching substitutes for the 2008-2009 school year
- appointment of Cynthia McCullough and Patrick Histed as substitute teachers and non-teaching substitutes for the 2008-2009 school year
- acceptance of the high bids for surplus items
- attendance at the Allegany County Association of School Boards September 11th meeting
- granting authority to use part-time lunch monitor/cleaners for 3.75 hours per day interchangeably
- donating surplus cash registers to the Belfast Fire Department
- a maternity leave of absence for Michelle Calanni from her position of special education teacher
- appointment of Melissa Smith as a long-term substitute special education teacher for Michelle CalanniÕs leave of absence
- accepting the resignation of Katherine Findlay from the position of special education teacher effective immediately
- appointment of Melanie Miller as a long-term substitute teacher replacing Katherine Findlay for the first semester of the 2008-2009 school year
Principal Amos informed the Board of highlights of the opening dayÕs agenda for faculty and staff.
Administrative Goals were reviewed.
Discussion was had on the eight-year trading schedule for buses.
Mrs. May informed the Board of a request for transportation that contradicted Board of Education policy.
The Board received the first reading of Board of Education policy 6200 Determination of Employment Status: Employee or Independent Contractor.
Mrs. May explained the Conflict of Interest portion of policy 6110 Code of Ethics for all district personnel.
President Hull stated that any comments to any particular NYS School Boards Proposed Bylaws Amendments & Resolutions may be addressed at the next meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 8:28 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information
August 5, 2008
At 6:30 p.m., President Hull called the meeting to order.
Mr. Schneider, Head Bus Mechanic, spoke about the NYS DOT Bus Inspection System Operator Profile for this past year.
Michelle Calanni, the recommended candidate for special education teacher, was introduced to Board members.
Mrs. Beardsley, Food Service Manager, provided information in regards to raising the school breakfast and lunch prices. She suggested various ways to increase revenue in the cafeteria.
Mr. Lingenfelter provided the Board with updated information for the two bank accounts approved at the last Board meeting.
Mr. Lingenfelter provided information on a bond anticipation note.
Mrs. Amos included the results of June Regents testing for Board member review.
Superintendent May informed the Board that the State Education Department would be reviewing our building project within the next month or so.
Mrs. May distributed an email from Dr. Olczak pertaining to the Freedom of Information Law.
The Board received the first reading of new policy - Provision of Special Education Services to Nonpublic School Students with Disabilities Who Are Parentally Placed.
The Board approved the following:
- the minutes of the July 8, 2008 reorganizational meeting
- the tax levy and tax rates for the 2008-2009 school year
- the treasurerÕs report for the month of June
- exceptional payments between warrants
- the adoption of the following for the 2008-2009 school year with various revisions suggested: the Code of Conduct, the athletic handbooks, the administrative handbook, and the student handbook
- the administrative guidelines for the scheduling of sports
- change from conditional appointment status due to fingerprint clearance for Luke Marks
- the policy statement for free and reduced price meals or free milk
- increasing breakfast and lunch prices as follows: student breakfast to $1.00, student lunch to $1.50, adult breakfast to $1.75, adult lunch to $3.00
- revisions to the following policies: 7614 Ð Preschool Special Education Program, 7642 Ð Extended School Year (July/August) Services And/Or Programs, 7450 Ð Fund-raising by Students, 7350 Ð Corporal Punishment/Emergency Interventions, 5731 Ð Transportation of Students in Private Vehicles, 5630 Ð Facilities: Inspection, Operation and Maintenance, 5681 Ð School Safety Plans, 7420 Ð Sports and the Athletic Program
- casting one vote for Ervin Smith to fill the vacancy on the BOCES Board of Education
- the 2008-2009 Adult Education Sponsorship Agreement with BOCES
- the CSE/CPSE annual report for the 2007-2008 school year
- CSE recommendations as presented
- student teacher placement
- an administrative internship for Carrie Flanagan-Watson
- the teaching and non-teaching substitute lists for the 2008-2009 school year
- permanent appointment status due to completion of probationary period
- the resignation of Lisa Denning from the position of jv boysÕ soccer timekeeper
- the appointment of Bruce Harrington to the position of jv boysÕ soccer timekeeper
- the resignation of Dixie Middaugh from the position of girlsÕ modified basketball coach
- a transportation request to and from the Houghton Academy for the 2008-2009 school year
- appointment of substitute bus monitors as needed
- approval for assigning up to 20 minutes extra per day for monitoring as needed for teacher aides
- contracts with Allegany County for related services provided to preschoolers with disabilities
- the school safety plan as presented
- the appointment of Erin White as a long-term substitute remedial reading teacher
- the appointment of Michelle Calanni as a special education teacher
- the appointment of Kevin Morton to the position of girlsÕ varsity soccer coach for the 2008-09 season
- the appointment of Shane Hurd to the position of girlsÕ jv soccer coach for the 2008-09 season
- out-of-district student attendance
The meeting adjourned at 9:36 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
Board of Education Information
July 8, 2008
At 6:30 p.m., the Clerk of the Board called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. The Clerk of the Board administered the Oath of Office to Board member Janine Preston upon her re-election.
Richard Hull, Jr. was appointed President of the Board of Education and Mark Alessi was appointed Vice President. The Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Hull and Mr. Alessi.
The Board of Education approved the following:
- the minutes of the June 6, 2008 special meeting, the June 10, 2008 regular meeting, the June 17, 2008 special meeting and the minutes of the June 24, 2008 regular meeting
- the discipline report as presented by Mrs. May
- annual appointments for 2008-2009 as follows:
School Physician Zahi Kassas, M.D.
Board Clerk Eileen Ostrander
Tax Collector Robin Owens
Auditor Extra Curricular Jennifer Amos
District Treasurer Robert Lingenfelter
Deputy Treasurer Judy May
Treasurer Extra Curricular Robin Owens
Federal Lunch Supervisor Robert Lingenfelter
Investment Funds Officer Robert Lingenfelter
Adopter Free & Fed. Lunch Robert Lingenfelter
Federal Funds Comptroller Robert Lingenfelter
School Attorney Hodgson/Russ
School Auditors Fox & Company
Access Public Records Officer Judy May
Petty Cash Accountant Eileen Ostrander
Purchasing Agent J. May & R. Lingenfelter
Payroll Certification Officer J. May & Jennifer Amos
Budget Transfers Officer Judy May
Asbestos Designee Jeff Smith
Authorization to Sign Checks J. May & R. Lingenfelter
Electronic Check Signatures J. May & R. Lingenfelter
Anti-harassment Officer Guidance Counselor
Hearing Officer Pamela Kirkwood
Liaison for Homeless Children Guidance Counselor
Internal Auditor Nichele James
Internal Claims Auditors M. Arnold/P. Oliver
Attendance Officer 5-12 Principal
Title IX/504/ADA Compliance Off. CSE Chairperson
Chief Fiscal Officer Superintendent
Chemical Hygiene Officer Carrie Flanagan-Watson
Pesticide Officer Head Custodian
Designated educational official to Principal
receive court notification regarding a student's sentence/adjudication in criminal cases and juvenile delinquency proceedings
Reviewing official and the District Treasurer
verification official for participation in the federal child nutrition program
Hearing official for participation Superintendent
in the federal child nutrition program
19A Certifier James Schneider
Substitute Caller Tina Lingenfelter
CIO Data Entry Clerk Kathleen Eddy
Technology Coordinator Kathleen Eddy
- election inspectors for school district voting and annual meeting for the 2008-2009 school year
- banks, bank accounts, and the official school newspapers for the 2008-09 school year
- a resolution authorizing the Belfast Central School District to enter into a Municipal Cooperative Investment Agreement with the New York Liquid Asset Fund to provide for the cooperative temporary investment of public funds
- establishing the petty cash fund in the amount of $100
- mileage for the 2008-2009 school year to be as established by the IRS
- members to the building and grounds committee as follows: Mark Alessi and William Tucker
- the audit committee as follows: Janine Preston, Randa Harrington, and Mark Alessi
- the regular board meeting day(s) and time(s) for the 2008-09 school year as follows: second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. except for the months of July and December when the Board would meet one time, the second Tuesday. For the month of August the Board will meet the first Tuesday and the fourth Tuesday
- re-establishing the tuition rate for out-of-district students as $1,000 per student per year
- the Committee on Special Education as follows: Chairperson - Kelly McQueen, members Ð Teresa Heaney, Margo Kettelkamp, School Doctor, Kathy Findlay, MaryAnne Majoros, Erin Lord, Lori Finney, Joan Maguire, General Education Teacher, Principal, Superintendent, Mary Blocho and Annette Kish (Parent Members). Margo Kettelkamp as CSE Chairperson substitute and the Committee on Preschool Special Education as follows: Chairperson Ð Kelly McQueen and members Ð Margo Kettelkamp, Annette Kish, Mary Blocho, County Representative, Special Education Teacher, General Education Teacher, Member of Evaluation Team, Principal, Superintendent. Margo Kettelkamp as CPSE Chairperson substitute
- authorizing the superintendent to approve conferences and workshops for the 2008-09 school year
- authorizing the superintendent to enter into contracts with service providers for applied behavior analysis
- authorization for the school district to apply for all federal and state grants
- Richard Hull as delegate and Mark Alessi as alternate to the Allegany & Cattaraugus Association of School Boards for the 2008-2009 school year
- Richard Hull as voting delegate and Janine Preston alternate to the New York State School Boards Association annual convention
- Mark Alessi as legislative liaison to the NYS School Boards Association
- the re-adoption of all present policies
- the Class of 2008 Graduation List as presented
- delegating power to the President of the Board to authorize the issuance and sale of revenue anticipation notes in anticipation of the collection of revenues to be received as state aid by the school district from the State of New York during an emergency situation whereby the Board would not be convening in a timely manner
- establishing a standard work day for appointed officials and all other retirement system positions for the purpose of determining days worked reportable to the New York State and Local EmployeesÕ Retirement System
- Charlotte Marsh as co-advisor for middle school student council for the 2008-2009 school year
- winter and spring coaching & related positions for the 08-09 school year as follows:
Boys' Varsity Volleyball Coach Derek Briggs
Boys' JV Volleyball Coach Derek Briggs
Boys' JV & Varsity Basketball Timer Evelyn Alessi
Boys' JV & Varsity Shot Clock Timer Darleen Person
Ticket Seller for Basketball Bruce Harrington
Boys' Modified Basketball Timer Lisa Denning
Varsity Baseball Coach Richard Sullivan
Varsity Baseball Scorebook Keeper Carolyn Converse
JV Baseball Coach Richard Sullivan
JV Baseball Scorebook Keeper Carolyn Converse
Varsity Softball Scorekeeper Lori Wilson
JV Softball Scorekeeper Lori Wilson
Modified Softball Coach Mary Paulsen
Modified Softball Scorekeeper Dixie Middaugh
Girls' Varsity & JV Basketball Scorekeeper Lori Wilson
Girls' Varsity & JV Basketball Timer Evelyn Alessi
Girls' Varsity & JV Shotclock Timer Lisa Denning
Girls' Modified Basketball Coach Dixie Middaugh
Girls' Modified Basketball Timer Lisa Denning
Varsity Golf Coach Bruce Harrington
Varsity Tennis Coach Patty Peperato
Varsity Cheerleading Coach Kelva Borden
- CPSE recommendations
- a maternity leave of absence for Teresa Heaney from her position of guidance counselor beginning on or about November 17, 2008 through March 20, 2009
The Board agreed to set the second Board meeting in August as a time to review goals for the 2008-2009 school year.
Superintendent May updated the Board on summer school.
Discussion on the athletic handbooks followed.
The meeting adjourned at 8:21 p.m.
Eileen Ostrander
Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk
Belfast Central School
1 King Street
Belfast, NY 14711
585-365-9940
