November 5, 2020

The Waterford-Halfmoon Union Free School District Board of Education Informational Workshop dated November 5, 2020 was called to order at 6pm by Mrs. Ricci.

Present: Marcia Ricci, Jamie Maloney, Denise Carutasu, David Lee, Carolyn Bell

Absent: Jack Cantanzarita

Also Present: (in person) Patrick Pomerville, Rachel Ingalsbe

Mr. Pomerville and Ms. Ingalsbe updated the Board on the current situation with COVID-19 and the District as far as cleaning, cases, and expected return dates. They also discussed a board retreat with Mark Snyder from NYSSBA and had a goal setting discussion. The Board was informed regarding a conference call with Durham Transportation and the review of the Transportation Program to date.

On a motion by Mr. Lee and seconded by Mrs. Maloney, the Board went into Executive Session at 6:45pm to discuss a personnel matter. They returned to regular session at 7:01 and adjourned the Informational Workshop.

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The Waterford-Halfmoon Union Free School District Board of Education Regular Meeting dated November 5, 2020 was called to order at 7:04 by Mrs. Ricci, who then led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Present: Marcia Ricci, David Lee, Denise Carutasu, Carolyn Bell, Jamie Maloney

Absent: Jack Catanzarita

Also Present: (in person) Patrick Pomerville, Rachel Ingalsbe, Christopher Scanlan

Also Present: (via Webex) Darcie Pogue, Natalie Kosar

There were no comments from the public regarding items on this evening’s agenda.

Comments from Administration

Mr. Scanlan reported that the High School Chorus and Band performed their Halloween concert in the outdoor courtyard last week. A lot of work went into making certain the concert was safe by holding it outside, and live streaming it for the audience. Mr. Scanlan stated the concert went very well, and plans are in the works for holding a safe and fun Holiday concert in December.  Mr. Scanlan shared that a committee has been formed to look into all of the different options to hold prom next spring, and that it would be hosted by the Senior class this year as they were unable to host last year. The Senior class will host from then on in the future. Mr. Scanlan reported that the National Honor Society has inducted their new members and is holding virtual meetings, but unfortunately, due to COVID-19 is unable to meet in person or hold a ceremony. Lastly, Mr. Scanlan shared that the January Regents has been cancelled at this time, but fortunately we do not have any students that needed to take them this year, and we are still waiting to hear about the Grades 4-8 assessments and June Regents.

Mr. Pomerville updated the community regarding the number of precautionary quarantined students and staff due to their contact with another person diagnosed with COVID-19. At this time we have 26 people in quarantine. Mr. Pomerville reported that he and Ms. Ingalsbe had met with Cyntia Holmes of Workplace Safety to plan for the District’s Lead in Drinking Water Sampling as well as our Visual Inspection. The District would like to have this completed by the end of December, so it can potentially qualify for any state aid on the associated costs. Mr. Pomerville mentioned that we had a Lockdown Drill today and that it was only instructional in practice. Staff did lock the doors and then reviewed with students what to do in case of an actual emergency. Lastly, Mr. Pomerville noted that next Wednesday is Veterans Day and the building will be closed in order to observe it.

Second Reading: 

  • Policy #7590 Transitioning Children and Youth Neglected, Delinquent, or At-Risk of Withdrawal
  • Policy #5676 Privacy and Security for Student Data and Teacher and Principal Data

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the minutes of the October 15, 2020 Board of Education meeting.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the following Warrants and Corresponding Claims Audits;

    • General Fund 19 for $384,457.36
    • Special Aid 6 for $6,019.80
    • School Lunch 5 for $4,640.43
    • General Fund 20 for $1,057.39

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the leave of absence for Rhonda Mabee, Food Service Worker effective October 2, 2020 until November 2, 2020. 

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board tabled the extension of the Leave of Absence for Jen Mead, Health Teacher until June 25, 2021.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the appointment of Kimberly Thomas as Sub Bus Monitor for the 2020-2021 school year, effective November 2, 2020.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the appointment of Kristie Brundige as Sub Food Service Worker for the 2020-2021 school year, effective October 21, 2020.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the following elementary substitute teachers for the 2020-2021 school year; salary per the policy on substitute teacher pay: Mackenzie Akin, Asha Evans, Leah Silidjian, Amanda Wilson, Holly Ann Weatherill, and Marissa Wiseheart. 

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the appointment of the following individuals as high school substitute teachers for the 2020-2021 school year; salary per the policy on substitute teacher pay; pending fingerprint approval: Michael Spulnick, Brendan Spulnick, and Haley French.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the appointment of Samuel Carson as substitute custodian for the 2020-2021 school year; effective November 2, 2020; salary per the CSEA contract.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board amended the Remote Learning Policy from Policy # 7150 to #7160. 

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the surplus of 10 library chairs for disposal.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the termination of employment for Employee #978 effective October 23, 2020.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board amended the appointment of Courtney Edwards as School Lunch Manger, identifying that the position is an 11 month position with school breaks as identified in the District calendar and to revise her leave to be 0 vacation, 15 sick and 3 personal days per year, prorated for time worked.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the permanent appointment of Erick Wulff as Senior Custodian effective November 6, 2020.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the one year probationary appointment of Barbara Delaney as High School Nurse, effective November 6, 2020; salary per the CSEA contract.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR) for Teachers of the Waterford- Halfmoon Union Free School District as outlined in Education Law 3012-d sub part 30-3 of the Commissioner’s Regulations.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR) for Principals of the Waterford- Halfmoon Union Free School District as outlined in Education Law 3012-d sub part 30-3 of the Commissioner’s Regulations.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board accepted the resignation of Judith DeLong effective March 19, 2020.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the unpaid leave of absence for Amy Atwood effective November 12, 2020 through November 27, 2020.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board accepted the resignation of Jennifer Mead, High School Health Teacher, effective November 19, 2020.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the appointment of Christian Holden as substitute custodian for the 2020-2021 school year; salary per the CSEA contract; pending fingerprint approval.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board approved the provisional and probationary appointment of Tawanda Banks to the position of custodian effective November 16, 2020; salary and benefits per the CSEA contract.

There were no comments from the public.

On motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mrs. Maloney, and by a vote of 5-0, the Board went into executive session at 7:22pm to discuss a personnel matter. They returned to regular session at 7:55pm and adjourned.

                                                                Donna Cramer                                                                                                District Clerk