Monday, November 6, 2023
Regular Board Meeting
WARREN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2023, 6:00 P.M.
CENTRAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
6820 MARKET STREET, RUSSELL, PA 16345
www.wcsdpa.org
1. Opening Activities
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1.1 Call to Order
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Opening Activities
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1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Opening Activities
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Opening Activities
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1.4 Reading of the Mission Statement - Mrs. Donna Zariczny
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Opening Activities
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The mission of the Warren County School District is to support the personal and intellectual success and wellness of every student, every day.
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1.5 Reading of the WCSD/PSBA Principles of Governance & Leadership - Mr. Kevin Lindvay
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Opening Activities
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Principles for Governance and Leadership
Pennsylvania school boards are committed to providing every student the opportunity to grow and achieve. Our actions, as elected and appointed board members, ultimately have both short- and long-term impact in the classroom. Therefore, we pledge that we will...
Communicate Clearly
- Promote open, honest and respectful dialogue among the board, staff, and community
- Acknowledge and listen to varied input from all stakeholders
- Promote transparency while protecting necessary confidential matters
- Set expectations and guidelines for individual board member communication
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1.6 Public Comment
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Opening Activities
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1.7 Recognitions & Presentations - PSBA Honor Roll
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Opening Activities
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1.8 Agenda Adoption
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Opening Activities
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors adopts the agenda dated November 6, 2023.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors adopts the agenda dated November 6, 2023.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Joseph Colosimo.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
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1.9 Approval of Minutes - October 9, 2023
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Opening Activities
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the regular meeting minutes dated October 9, 2023, as presented.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the regular meeting minutes dated October 9, 2023, as presented.
Motion by Mary Passinger, second by Joseph Colosimo.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
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1.10 Financial Reports
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Opening Activities
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Financial Reports and authorizes the release of funds in payment of the listing of bills; further, that a copy as presented be submitted for audit.
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Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the Financial Reports and authorizes the release of funds in payment of the listing of bills; further, that a copy as presented be submitted for audit.
Motion by Mary Passinger, second by Joseph Colosimo.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
2. President's Statement
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2.1 Reports & Information
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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2. President's Statement
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1. IU5 - Mr. Paul Mangione
2. PSBA Liaison - Mrs. Marcy Morgan
3. Career Center Advisory - Mrs. Donna Zariczny
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2.2 Important Dates
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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2. President's Statement
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BOARD/COMMITTEE MEETING DATES
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November 13, 2023
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5:30 p.m.
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New Board Member Orientation
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Central Office
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November 20, 2023
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6:00 p.m.
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Finance Committee
Personnel/Athletics & Co-Curricular Activities Committee
Curriculum, Instruction, & Technology Committee
Physical Plant & Facilities Committee
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Zoom Meeting
Central Office
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December 4, 2023
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6:00 p.m.
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Organization Meeting
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Zoom Meeting
Central Office
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December 4, 2023
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Following Organization Meeting
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Regular Board Meeting
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2.3 Announcements
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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2. President's Statement
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2.4 Resolution Recognizing School Board Member Service - Outgoing Members
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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2. President's Statement
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors adopts the resolution in appreciation and thanks to retiring board members Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Marcy Morgan, Arthur Stewart and Donna Zariczny for their service to the Warren County School District, its communities, and the students and families whom they served.
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Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors adopts the resolution in appreciation and thanks to retiring board members Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Marcy Morgan, Arthur Stewart and Donna Zariczny for their service to the Warren County School District, its communities, and the students and families whom they served.
Motion by Cody Brown, second by Mary Passinger.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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2. President's Statement
3. Superintendent's Reports and Recommendations
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3.1 General Comments - Mrs. Amy Stewart
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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3. Superintendent's Reports and Recommendations
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3.2 Committee Reports
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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3. Superintendent's Reports and Recommendations
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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3. Superintendent's Reports and Recommendations
4. New Business - Consent Agenda
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4.1 Consent Agenda
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
4.2 Certificated Personnel Report - PACCA - Mr. Kevin Lindvay
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Certificated Personnel Report, as presented.
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
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4.3 Support Personnel Report - PACCA - Mr. Kevin Lindvay
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Support Personnel Report, as presented.
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
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4.4 Volunteer Report - PACCA - Mr. Kevin Lindvay
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Volunteer Report, as presented.
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
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4.5 New Bus Drivers - PACCA - Mr. Kevin Lindvay
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Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the list of new bus drivers, as presented.
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
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4.6 Athletic Supplemental Contracts and Resignations - PACCA - Mr. Kevin Lindvay
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Athletic Supplemental Contracts and Resignations, as presented.
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Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
4.7 Co-Curricular Supplemental Contracts and Resignations - PACCA - Mr. Kevin Lindvay
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Category :
4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Co-Curricular Supplemental Contracts and Resignations, as presented.
Public Content
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
4.8 Athletic Trainer Agreement and Recission of the Athletic Trainer Employment Agreement Approved October 9, 2023 - PACCA - Mr. Kevin Lindvay
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Athletic Trainer Agreement dated November 6, 2023, and rescinds the Athletic Trainer Employment Agreement approved by the Board of School Directors on October 9, 2023.
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Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
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4.9 PSBA Comprehensive Superintendent Search - PACCA - Mr. Kevin Lindvay
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves PSBA as the consultant for a Comprehensive Superintendent Search and that the attribute discussion be held with PSBA at the Monday, November 20, 2023, committee meetings with the board members elect invited to participate in the discussion.
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Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
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4.10 Learning A-Z Quote - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
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4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Dollar Amount :
$1,790.10
Budget Source :
01.1110.000.00.52.564/650
Recommended Action :
The Board of School Directors approves the Purchase Order/Quote with Learning A to Z and the associated Terms and Conditions, as presented, and authorizes their electronic acceptance.
Public Content
Learning Z to Z is a vendor used for supplemental virtual materials in the Kindergarten and First grade classes. We are purchasing this for up to 3 classrooms and receiving a discount for purchasing ahead for 3 years.
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
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4.11 Communication and Study Skills Planned Instructions - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Category :
4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Communication and Study Skills Planned Instructions, as presented.
Public Content
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
4.12 Practical Assessment Exploration System Purchase (ESSER Project #SA-6) - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Category :
4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Dollar Amount :
$45,120.60
Budget Source :
01-1290-994-22-01-072/752
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Practical Assessment Exploration System Purchase (ESSER Project #SA-6), as presented.
Public Content
The EMHS will use the Practical Assessment Exploration System (PAES) to engage students in a broad range of hands-on, generalizable work skills and learning experiences. Students will be better prepared for community work experiences, future employment and an independent life.
PAES® Provides
- Work and Life Skill Training
- Vocational Work Assessment
- Work Exploration
- Appropriate Work Behavior Development
- Data Collection and Student Reporting
- An Accurate Description of Student Performance and Employment Potential
Where is PAES used?
- PAES® is used in Middle School to prepare students for career placement in High School programs. Students can gain experience and knowledge in a wide array of job opportunities.
- PAES® is used in High School for those students that are not in regular mainstream classes.
- PAES® is used in Transition Schools.
- PAES® develops basic skills needed and used in C.B.T. programs and teaches proper behaviors on the job.
- PAES® is used for Vocational Rehabilitation.
- PAES® can be used as a scheduled Work Development Class within a Transition Planning Program.
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
4.13 GRANT: 2023-24 PASR Grant for School Employees - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Category :
4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Preferred Date :
Oct 23, 2024
Absolute Date :
Oct 24, 2134
Budget Source :
01-1490-000-00-00-079
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors instructs the administration to assist interested WCSD staff with the completion and submission of a PASR grant, in support of allowable projects, for the 2023-24 school year.
Public Content
Please see the attachments.
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
4.14 GRANT: 2023-24 S. Knox Harper Grant - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Category :
4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Preferred Date :
Oct 23, 2023
Absolute Date :
Oct 23, 2023
Dollar Amount :
$1,500.00
Budget Source :
01-1490-000-00-00-079
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors instructs the administration to work with interested WCSD teachers to submit applications to the S. Knox Harper grant program.
Public Content
Please see the attachments.
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
4.15 GRANT: Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21CCLC) Grant - Cohort 12 - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Category :
4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Preferred Date :
Oct 23, 2023
Absolute Date :
Oct 23, 2023
Budget Source :
21st Century
Recommended Action :
That the administration submits an application to the Pennsylvania Department of Education for the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant – Cohort 12 competition, providing afterschool and summer programming for qualified students in grades K-5.
Public Content
Please see the attachments.
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
4.16 GRANT: 2023-24 PARSS Teacher Grant - CIT - Mr. Joseph Colosimo
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Category :
4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Preferred Date :
Oct 23, 2023
Absolute Date :
Oct 23, 2023
Budget Source :
01-1490-000-00-00-079
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors instructs the administration to help interested staff complete and submit a PARSS grant in support of classroom teacher projects for the 2023-24 school year.
Public Content
Please see the attachments.
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
4.17 LERTA - FIN - Mr. Arthur Stewart
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Category :
4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the LERTA documents as presented.
Public Content
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
4.18 Landbank - FIN - Mr. Arthur Stewart
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Category :
4. New Business - Consent Agenda
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Landbank documents as presented.
Public Content
Consent
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the consent agenda.
Motion by Donna Zariczny, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
5. Items Removed for Separate Action
6. Future Business for Committee Review
7. Other
Subject :
7.1 Superintendent Evaluation - 2022-2023
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Superintendent Performance Evaluation and Evaluation Summary for 2022-2023 school year and authorizes posting the Evaluation Summary on the District website when finalized.
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Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the Superintendent Performance Evaluation and Evaluation Summary for 2022-2023 school year and authorizes posting the Evaluation Summary on the District website when finalized.
Motion by Arthur Stewart, second by Donna Zariczny.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the litigation document, as presented.
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Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the litigation document, as presented.
Motion by Mary Passinger, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
7.3 WCESPA MOA - Strive Program
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Warren County Educational Support Personnel Association and the Warren County School District concerning the Strive Program, as presented.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Warren County Educational Support Personnel Association and the Warren County School District concerning the Strive Program, as presented.
Motion by Mary Passinger, second by Cody Brown.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
7.4 Pittsburgh Stage Inc. - Warren Area High School Stage Tormentors Purchase
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Dollar Amount :
$23,554.00
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves Pittsburgh Stage Inc. Warren Area High School Stage Tormentors purchase per a quote in the amount of $23,554, as presented.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves Pittsburgh Stage Inc. Warren Area High School Stage Tormentors purchase per a quote in the amount of $23,554, as presented.
Motion by Mary Passinger, second by Arthur Stewart.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
7.5 Pittsburgh Stage Inc. - Warren Area High School Stage Miscellaneous Equipment Upgrades
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Dollar Amount :
$18,765.00
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves Pittsburgh Stage Inc.'s proposal for miscellaneous stage equipment upgrades in the amount of $18,765, as presented.
Public Content
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves Pittsburgh Stage Inc.'s proposal for miscellaneous stage equipment upgrades in the amount of $18,765, as presented.
Motion by Mary Passinger, second by Joseph Colosimo.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
7.6 NHAD Agreement to Purchase 1 Therapy Dog
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Dollar Amount :
$5,000.00
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the purchase of one additional dog pursuant to the district’s existing agreement with New Hope Assistance Dogs, Inc., and at a cost of $5,000 per dog.
Public Content
Executive Summary
The Warren County School District Office of Pupil Services (OPS) is recommending that the district purchase one therapy dog for the PAWSitive Support program. This therapy dog will be assigned to Youngsville Elementary School and Youngsville Middle High School.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the purchase of one additional dog pursuant to the district’s existing agreement with New Hope Assistance Dogs, Inc., and at a cost of $5,000 per dog.
Motion by Kevin Lindvay, second by Joseph Colosimo.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
7.7 Jamestown Community College Dual Enrollment Agreement
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Jamestown Community College Dual Enrollment Agreement, as presented.
Public Content
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the Jamestown Community College Dual Enrollment Agreement, as presented.
Motion by Joseph Colosimo, second by Mary Passinger.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
Subject :
7.8 Northwest Savings Bank's FDIC Insured IntraFi Network Deposits
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Director of Business Services to use Northwest Savings Bank's FDIC insured IntraFi Network Deposits as an investment vehicle, as attached.
Public Content
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the Director of Business Services to use Northwest Savings Bank's FDIC insured IntraFi Network Deposits as an investment vehicle, as attached.
Motion by Arthur Stewart, second by Joseph Colosimo.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Cody Brown, Joseph Colosimo, Jeffery Dougherty, Kevin Lindvay, Paul Mangione, Mary Passinger, Arthur Stewart, Donna Zariczny
8. Closing Activities
Subject :
8.1 Public Comment
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Category :
8. Closing Activities
Subject :
8.2 Executive Session
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Category :
8. Closing Activities
Subject :
8.3 Adjournment
Meeting :
Nov 6, 2023 - Regular Board Meeting
Category :
8. Closing Activities