P. 3388 The regular meeting of the Moshannon Valley Board of Education was held on August 15, 2016, in the District Office Board Room at the Moshannon Valley High School. Vice President, Ruth Saupp, called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM, beginning with the Pledge of Allegiance. ATTENDANCE Present: Larry Saupp, Stacey Williams, Ruth Saupp, Albert Adams, John Bacher (7:07 PM), Kris Bacher, Nathan Dotts (7:15) Absent: Robert Reed, Cassandra Kitko, Solicitor: David Consiglio Student Representatives: ADMINISTRATION ATTENDANCE Present: Dr. John W. Zesiger, Superintendent, David Campbell, High School Principal, Sherri Campbell, Elementary Principal/Special Education Director/Federal Programs, Kris Albright, Assistant Principal, Greg Stark, Maintenance Supervisor, Elsie Harchak, Business Manager/Food Service Director/Board Secretary/Public Records Officer PRESENTATIONS Superintendent, Dr. John W. Zesiger, presented an overview of the 2015-16 PSSA/Keystone scores to the board of directors. Dr. Zesiger informed the board that the focus is on growing our students. The data from these tests provide the data used for student achievement goals. Dr. Zesiger provided information on Elementary and high school profiles. More information will be provided at the end of September. Dr. John W. Zesiger, Superintendent, report: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS Last minute preparations for the start of school. 66 students enrolled in an AP class, 30% of our 10 th, 11 th & 12 th graders are registered in an AP Class. Superintendent Zesiger commended the teachers who are encouraging students, the students and families for encouraging the value of a strong education. Dr. Zesiger presented Assistant Principal, Kris Albright, with the Excellence in Administration Award from the Penn State Department of Education for his work in securing over $40,000 of new grants for the school district. David Campbell, High School: The scheduling process for the 2016-17 school year is complete. PIAA physicals were given for student athletes 7 th grade/new student orientation will be held 8/16 at 5:30 PM. Students will receive their schedules and will have the opportunity to meet teachers. Sherri Campbell, Elementary School:
P. 3389 Elementary open house and parent support group will be held on 9/8/16. PTO will hold a blood drive at the elementary school on 9/12/16. Kinder Camp completed and Kindergarten parent boot camp will be on 8/24/16. Kris Albright, Assistant Principal report: Mr. Albright talked to the board about the implementation of the cyber program and we hope that the adult community will take advantage of the opportunity to earn a college degree. Mr. Albright also informed the board on the upcoming emergency response drill/alice training. Greg Stark, Maintenance Supervisor report: Mr. Stark reported on the B&G meeting, cleaning schedule, and the status of the domestic hot water tank installation project. Elsie Harchak, Business Manager/Food Service/Public Records Officer report: Reviewed the ESCO savings report with the board. Our guaranteed savings through April 2016 is $52,130, our reconciled savings is $117,732. The district will send out a call to encourage all families to apply for free and reduced meals. Mrs. Harchak also gave an update on 2016-17 transportation, and the growing transportation of Amish to private schools. NEW BUSINESS Committee Reports: Mr. Larry Saupp reported on the B& G committee meeting and the topic of uniforms for the district custodians. Mr. Albert Adams reported that the Safety and Security met and discussed district improvements. Mrs. Ruth Saupp reported that the CIU plans to send a representative to district board meetings, starting in September. Correspondence none EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Kris Bacher, seconded by Albert Adams for an executive session for personnel, Start 7:29 PM; End 7:42 PM MOTIONS LIST: MINUTES Motion by Albert Adams seconded by Larry Saupp to approve minutes as presented, subject to audit: Regular Meeting July 18, 2016
P. 3390 All in favor-aye MOTION CARRIED PERSONNEL Motion by Nathan Dotts, seconded by Larry Saupp to approve personnel motions 1-10: 1. Retroactive approval for Jayne Kitko to receive 1.5 additional days during the months of July and August at her per diem rate for the purpose of completing tasks associated with scheduling. 2. Appoint Heather Ivory as Teacher Mentor for Rhonda Humphrey-Worry with salary pursuant to the MVEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. 3. Resignation of Raymond Buynak, Custodian, for purposes of retirement on January 31, 2017. 4. Extend an offer of employment to Teri Vogel as Personal Care Aide with hourly rate and benefits pursuant to the current MVESPA Collective Bargaining Agreement. 5. Extend an offer of employment to Eva Zimmerman as Personal Care Aide with hourly rate and benefits pursuant to the current MVESPA Collective Bargaining Agreement. 6. Request from Employee #000096 for.5 day unpaid on September 16, 2016. 7. Retroactive approval for Kris Albright to receive 4.5 additional days during the months of July and August at his per diem rate for the mandatory training and completing data analysis for Keystone Exams and PSSA. 8. Memorandum of Agreement between Moshannon Valley School District and AFSCME pertaining to the Collective Bargaining Agreement effective July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2020, addressing the medical insurance opt out provision. 9. Memorandum of Agreement between Moshannon Valley School District and MVEA and MVESPA with regard to Sick Leave Donation option to each of the members of their respective bargaining units. 10. Addition of Albert Adams to the District Volunteer List pending receipt of required documentation. EXTRA-CURRICULAR
P. 3391 Motion by Albert Adams, seconded by Larry Saupp to approve extra-curricular motions 1, 3 & 4: 1. Resignation of Melanie Dotts as Head Coach Junior High Girls Basketball. 3. Advertise for the position of Head Coach Junior High Girls Basketball. 4. Appointment of Marsha Hensel as athletic ticket seller. Motion by Albert Adams, seconded by Larry Saupp to approve extra-curricular motions 2: 2. Extend an offer of employment to Melanie Dotts as Assistant Coach Varsity Girls Basketball with salary pursuant to the MVEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Ayes: L. Saupp, S. Williams, R. Saupp, A. Adams, J. Bacher, K. Bacher Abstain: N. Dotts MOTION CARRIED PROGRAMS/CURRICULUM Motion by Albert Adams, seconded by Larry Saupp to approve curricular motions 1-5: 1. Approval of the Letter of Agreement for Title One Services with the Clearfield Area School District to provide Title One Services to Parochial Schools within their District (St. Francis Grade School). 2. Agreement for Services with PA Treatment & Healing for the 2016-17 school year. 3. Tuition Agreement with New Story for the 2016-17 school year for two (2) students. Based on student behaviors, a high level of acuity is $340 per day and a low level of acuity is $240 per day. 4. Donation of four (4) stationary spinning exercise bikes from the Moshannon Valley Branch of the YMCA of Centre County to the physical education program. 5. Cooperative Agreement with Saint Francis University to provide Dual Enrollment classes for the 2016-2017 school year.
P. 3392 Information Item: As per past practice, the District will pay for a home schooled district resident to attend the Clearfield County Career and Technology Center. POLICIES AND PROCEDURES Motion by Albert Adams seconded by Nathan Dotts to approve policy and procedures motions 1-3: 1. Second reading of Policy 721, Property, entitled Energy. 2. Second reading of Policy 823, Operations, entitled Naloxone. 3. First reading of Policy 334.1, Employees, entitled Sick Leave Request/Donation. Ayes: S. Williams, A. Adams, C. Kitko, J. Bacher, K. Bacher, N. Dotts, R. Reed TRANSPORTATION Motion by Larry Saupp seconded by Albert Adams to approve transportation motion 1: 1. Continue to reimburse for private transportation to St. Matthews Catholic School, which is within 10 miles of the district border, in the amount of $15 per day, provided all required documentation is received by the district. The district reserves the right to discontinue private transportation reimbursement and return to regular bus or van service at anytime. We currently have 2 families transporting to St. Matthews. BUILDING AND GROUNDS 1. (TABLED) Replacement of the elementary parking lot lights by at a cost of $. Motion by Nathan Dotts seconded by Larry Saupp to approve building & grounds motion 2: 2. Roof repair to the additional pole building/restrooms at the athletic field by T. English Construction at a cost of $5,850.
P. 3393 MOTION CARRIED FISCAL Motion by Albert Adams seconded by Nathan Dotts to approve fiscal motions 1-2: 1. The following financial reports: a. General Funds Balance Sheets, Summary Revenue and Expenditure Report, Tax Comparison Chart b. Athletic Association Report and Student Activity Account Report c. Special Athletic Fund Report d. Cafeteria Report and Bills e. General Bills, Special Grant/Federal Projects Bills and Renovation/Construction Bills f. Interfund Transfers, General Fund Budget Transfers and Budget Amendments g. Investment Report h. 2016-17 bid for custodial/cafeteria, athletics/weight room, nurse, family & consumer science and science. 2. Utilize Capital Reserve funds to pay invoices from Overdorf for the high school domestic hot water tank installation project. Information Items: The local auditor is scheduled to visit in late August to start the annual audit and our annual financial report for PDE. New - We are required to add an indirect rate cost to our AFR starting with school year 2015-16. ESCO energy savings report as of August 2015 through April 2016. Income Eligibility Guidelines for free and reduced lunches. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Albert Adams, seconded by Larry Saupp to adjourn at 7:49 PM Elsie Harchak, Board Secretary