Monday, February 28, 2022
4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
WARREN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
COMMITTEE MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2022, FOLLOWING PACCA
CENTRAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
6820 MARKET STREET, RUSSELL, PA 16345
www.wcsdpa.org
1. Opening Activities
Subject :
1.1 Call to Order
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Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
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1. Opening Activities
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1.2 Public Comment
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Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
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1. Opening Activities
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2. Old Business
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Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
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2. Old Business
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3. New Business
Subject :
3.1 ClassLink invoice e-110159 - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Dollar Amount :
$15,628.88
Budget Source :
01.2818.000.00.35.000/438
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the ClassLink invoice e-110159 for Roster Hosted Renewal License and Renewal License from 5/1/2022 to 4/30/2023, as presented.
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Subject :
3.2 PowerSchool License and Subscription Fees Quote Q-534591-1 - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Budget Source :
01.2818.000.00.35.000/438
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves PowerSchool Quote Q-534592-1 in the amount of $109.20 for Unified Admin eFP Custom Development M&S License and Subscription Fees, as presented.
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3.3 PowerSchool Unified Admin eFP Technical Services Remote Quote # Q-635977-1 - Mr. Joseph Colosimo - CIT
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Budget Source :
01.2818.000.00.35.000/438
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the PowerSchool Unified Admin eFP Technical Services Remote Quote # Q-635977-1, as presented.
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Subject :
3.4 All Lines Technology Quote AAAQ21973-02 - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Dollar Amount :
$453,831.88
Budget Source :
01.2818.000.00.35.000/650
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the All Lines Technology quote AAAQ21973-02 for classroom interactive panels, as presented.
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Subject :
3.5 All Lines Technology Quote AAAQ22131 - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Dollar Amount :
$25,791.60
Budget Source :
01.2818.990.00.35.065/650
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the All Lines Technology quote AAAQ22131, as presented.
Public Content
Subject :
3.6 Hoover Technology Consulting LLC Cybersecurity - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Dollar Amount :
$5,100.00
Budget Source :
01.2818.000.00.35.000/438
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves Hoover Technology Consulting LLC scope of work for the Cybersecurity RFP development for Warren County School District to procure Cybersecurity services, as presented.
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This would secure a working agreement over a three year period, most likely, to test and evaluate our environment to mitigate our risk of cyber attacks and ransom ware. Any travel expenses incurred would be billed at the travel rate of $127.50/hour plus actual cost of meals and lodging for any overnight stays required.
Subject :
3.7 Raptor Technologies Renewal Notice # 27571 - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Dollar Amount :
$16,200.00
Budget Source :
01.2818.000.00.35.000/438
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Raptor Technologies renewal notice # 27571, as presented.
Public Content
Subject :
3.8 Ukeru Agreement & Purchase - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Dollar Amount :
$6,905.00
Budget Source :
01-2834-000-00-00-173/360 & 580
Recommended Action :
That the Board of Directors approve the Ukeru Agreement and purchase, as presented.
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Executive Summary
Ukeru is a crisis management technique rooted in the belief that the use of physical restraints is unnecessary and unproductive. Ukeru believes that all intervention - educational and behavioral - should be built on a approach of comfort rather than control. Ukeru is hands off response to respond to crisis management of student behavior. Ukeru centers on a philosophy of comfort vs. control: (a) using a trauma-informed approach to create a supportive, caregiving environment sensitive to clients' past experiences of violence and victimization; (B) helps individuals thrive in the least restrictive environment consistent with achieving the best outcome; and (c) achieves the greatest impact with the least amount of disruption to an individual's return.
GRAFTON will provide training in GRAFTON’s course (the “Course”) entitled “Ukeru®: The “Least Resistance” Approach to Crisis Intervention Training” to 5 participants for Ukeru train-the-trainer initial certification and 6 participants for Ukeru train-the-trainer recertification of WARREN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT who have been designated by WARREN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT. The training will be held on March 24-25, 2022 at 6820 Market Street, Russell, PA 16345.
Subject :
3.9 Agreement to Purchase 2 Therapy Dogs - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Dollar Amount :
$5,000.00
Recommended Action :
That the Board of Directors approves the Agreement to Purchase 2 Therapy Dogs, as presented.
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Executive Summary
The WCSD will purchase two (2) therapy/facility dogs from New Hope Assistance Dogs.
Including social emotional support dogs as part of our schools has been an initiative that Warren County School District has been exploring since 2020, coordinated by our Director of Pupil Services Dr. Patty Mead and Superintendent Amy Stewart.
Therapy dogs help create a comfortable, happy, and safe environment. Studies show that children’s reading abilities improve with the use of therapy dogs. Changes in attitudes toward reading, reading skill levels, schoolwork, attitudes toward homework, attendance, and changes in self-esteem and self-confidence can be seen by involving a therapy dog in a school. Therapy dogs have also been known to decrease levels of anxiety.
Our local survey found
91% of parents participating in the survey and 92% of students/employees agree that the use of therapy & facility dogs contribute to the development of social interaction with students.
87% of parents and 90% of students/employees surveyed believe the use of therapy & facility dogs will positively influence the school climate.
25% of parents surveyed are interested in participating in a district training program on the safety procedures, cleanliness, and district procedures pertaining to the use of therapy & facility dogs.
We recognize that families may have many questions and may have children with allergies or a fear of dogs. The District has gathered teacher, staff, student, and parent input via surveys to assist in the process of planning ahead for these potential concerns. The District will create procedures and facilitate parent and staff training, as well as create plans to accommodate students, as needed.
Subject :
3.10 New Hope Assistance Dogs Agreement - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Recommended Action :
That the Board of Directors approves the New Hope Assistance Dogs Agreement, as presented.
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Executive Summary
The WCSD will collaborate with New Hope Assistance Dogs to promote and provide students to help improve social, emotional, and learning support in the school.
Including social emotional support dogs as part of our schools has been an initiative that Warren County School District has been exploring since 2020, coordinated by our Director of Pupil Services Dr. Patty Mead and Superintendent Amy Stewart.
Therapy dogs help create a comfortable, happy, and safe environment. Studies show that children’s reading abilities improve with the use of therapy dogs. Changes in attitudes toward reading, reading skill levels, schoolwork, attitudes toward homework, attendance, and changes in self-esteem and self-confidence can be seen by involving a therapy dog in a school. Therapy dogs have also been known to decrease levels of anxiety.
Our local survey found
91% of parents participating in the survey and 92% of students/employees agree that the use of therapy & facility dogs contribute to the development of social interaction with students.
87% of parents and 90% of students/employees surveyed believe the use of therapy & facility dogs will positively influence the school climate.
25% of parents surveyed are interested in participating in a district training program on the safety procedures, cleanliness, and district procedures pertaining to the use of therapy & facility dogs.
We recognize that families may have many questions and may have children with allergies or a fear of dogs. The District has gathered teacher, staff, student, and parent input via surveys to assist in the process of planning ahead for these potential concerns. The District will create procedures and facilitate parent and staff training, as well as create plans to accommodate students, as needed.
Subject :
3.11 Family Services of Warren County Art Therapy Agreement - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Budget Source :
ARP ESSER III
Recommended Action :
That the Board of Directors approves the Family Services of Warren County Art Therapy Agreement, as presented.
Public Content
Subject :
3.12 2022-2023 Virtual Contract for Outside Districts - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the 22-23 Virtual Contract for Outside Districts.
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Subject :
3.13 Head Start Memorandum of Understanding for the 2022-2023 School Year - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Head Start Memorandum of Understanding for the 2022-2023 School Year, as presented.
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Subject :
3.14 Discipline Associates, LLC. Quote - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Dollar Amount :
$33,000.00
Budget Source :
ARP - ESSER (SEL)
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Discipline Associates, LLC. Quote in the amount of $33,000.00, as presented.
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Subject :
3.15 PBIS Rewards - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Dollar Amount :
$5,546.00
Budget Source :
01.1110.989.00.00.064/640
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the PBIS Rewards Proposal in the amount of $5,546.00, as presented.
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Subject :
3.16 Eduspire Solutions LLC Quote - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Dollar Amount :
$1,108.90
Budget Source :
01.1110.000.21.06.000/610
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Eduspire Solutions LLC Quote in the amount of $1,108.90, as presented.
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3.17 GRANT: Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant, Cohort 11 - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Preferred Date :
Feb 28, 2022
Absolute Date :
Feb 28, 2022
Budget Source :
21st Century Grant
Recommended Action :
That the administration collaborates with community partners to develop a project for submission to the 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant, Cohort 11, offering an after-school STEAM program for students in grades 6-8 in the following schools: Sheffield Area Middle High School, Youngsville Middle High School, Eisenhower Middle High School, Beaty Warren Middle School, and Tidioute Community Charter School.
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Please see the attachments.
Subject :
3.18 Swank K12 Streaming - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Dollar Amount :
$6,041.00
Budget Source :
01.2250.000.21.00.000/758
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Swank K12 Streaming agreement and quote in the amount of $6,041.00, as presented.
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Subject :
3.19 Title I Parent & Family Engagement (PFE) Supplies Purchase - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
3. New Business
Type :
Action (Committees)
Dollar Amount :
$17,502.21
Budget Source :
01.3390.800.00.00.085/610
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Title I Parent & Family Engagement (PFE) Supplies Purchase in the amount of approximately $17,502.21, as presented.
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4. Informational Items
Subject :
4.1 Act 158 Graduation Pathways for Class of 2023 - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
4. Informational Items
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Subject :
4.2 College and Career Readiness Update for WCSD - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
4. Informational Items
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Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
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4. Informational Items
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5. Other
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
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6. Closing Activities
Subject :
6.1 Next Meeting - March 28, 2022 - Following PACCA
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
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6. Closing Activities
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Subject :
6.2 Adjournment
Meeting :
Feb 28, 2022 - 4 Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee
Category :
6. Closing Activities
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