2019-17 Apollo-Ridge School Board Legislative Meeting

Apollo-Ridge High School Community Room Monday, February 25, 2019 6:30 p.m.

APOLLO-RIDGE SCHOOL DISTRICT PO BOX 219 SPRING CHURCH PA 15686 724-478-6000 FAX: 724-478-1149 www.apolloridge.com

MINUTES

I. Call Meeting to Order

The meeting was called to order by Board President, Mr. Gregory Primm, at 6:35 p.m. Mrs. Jennie Ivory, Board Secretary, was

requested to conduct the roll call and following same, declared a quorum present.

II. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag

III. Roll Call

Board Members Present: Mr. Gregory Primm, Mr. Dominick Duso, Mr. Paul King, Mr. Rick Fetterman,

Mr. Dan Obriot, Mrs. Rebecca Ross Mr. Forrest Schultz, Mrs. Susan Wenckowski

Board Members Absent: Mr. Jim Ferguson

Administrators Present: Dr. Matthew Curci

Administrators Absent: Not required to attend

Guests: Ms. Sandee Cecchini, A-REA

Mr. John Creps, First Commonwealth Bank

Ms. Anne Cloonan, Leader Times

Mrs. Cris Kostiuk, AREF President

Solicitor: Dave Mongillo, Esquire

IV. MEETINGS FROM THE PREVIOUS MONTH

Committee Meeting Tuesday, January 22, 2019 (6:32 PM – 6:52 PM)

Executive Session: Personnel/Legal (6:53 PM – 9:10 PM)

Legislative Meeting Monday, January 28, 2019 (6:38 PM – 7:50 PM)

Executive Session: Personnel/Legal (7:55 PM – 8:45 PM)

V. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves the minutes of the January 28, 2019, Legislative Meeting.

Motion Mr. Fetterman Second Mrs. Wenckowski

Voice Vote 8 AYE 0 NAY Motion Approved

VI. BOARD AND SUPERINTENDENT REPORTS

A. Lenape Vocational Technical School

Mrs. Wenckowski’s report on the February 21 JOC meeting included the following actions:

Accepted the resignation of a full-time custodian and an FMLA for a math teacher and hired replacements to fill their

vacancies.

Approved January’s financial reports and independent auditor’s report for 2017-2018 school year.

Accepted $39,532 in grants from NexTier Bank (EITC) and Tri-County Business Education Partnership Career

Awareness.

2019-18

Approved continued participation in ARIN Pregnant & Parenting Teen Program and WPA Natural Gas Consortium

through IU3 along with ARIN IU28 RWAN agreement.

Approved a bid for new auto body spray booth for Collision Repair program which was budgeted at $88,503 and the

purchase of a new PA system for $16,730.

Approved the electrical contract with Tudi Mechanical System for electrical additions/additional capacity not to exceed

$685,000, which is lower than expected. The project will begin in May with a completion date in August.

Practical Nursing part-time class started with 17 students.

Updated names of Fundamentals of Biology and Applied Tech Math for Seniors only to better explain the courses.

The 2019-2020 school calendar includes a start date of August 15 and end date of May 22.

Approved updates to 7 legislative policies.

B. ARIN Intermediate Unit #28

Mrs. Ross gave no report as there was no January meeting.

C. Legislation

Mr. Obriot gave no report.

D. Apollo-Ridge Education Foundation (Mr. Dominick Duso)

EITC Donation Presentation: John Creps of First Commonwealth Bank presented a $7000 check.

The Education Foundation will not be sponsoring a Learning Festival this year, but will instead support the Apollo Area

Historical Society’s efforts to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo Moon Landing on July 20.

The 6th Annual Gala/Silent Auction - Denim & Dice - is scheduled for Saturday, November 9 at 6:00 PM at The Links of

Spring Church.

Met with ArtsPath and all other involved parties to develop the residency for the final phase of the mosaic/mural project in

Apollo. The Foundation will apply for a Lift Grant with the intent to reimburse the Foundation for the project’s cost.

The February 2019 Newsletter features the Elementary School Museum and new 10th Grade Environmental Science

Class.

Wishes Granted: These wishes were granted with funds received from First Commonwealth Bank and NexTier Bank

through Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit program.

o The Apollo-Ridge Drama Club received funding to install a backdrop track for the stage to enhance all

performances and programs taking place in the high school auditorium.

o The Apollo-Ridge secondary instrumental music program received the go ahead to purchase a marimba to

enhance performances by the marching band, concert band, and jazz ensemble.

o The High School robotics program received a Sphero SPRK+ Power Pack for charging, storing and transporting

a dozen SPRK+ robots.

o Approved a field trip to the Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office for the Grade 11/12 Forensics

students.

E. Superintendent Report (Dr. Matthew E. Curci)

State Grant Received to Purchase Food Service Equipment $7500

Snow Make-Up Days

June 3 for the snow day taken on January 30

March 15 and 18 for the snow days taken January 31 and February 1

April 18 for the snow day taken on February 20

April 23 for the snow day taken on February 25

Apollo Area Lions Club Students of the Month

February: Abigail Held and Garrett Johnston

National Geographic GeoBee – Elementary Level

3rd Place – Gunner Frickanisce

2nd Place – Julie Bertino

School Champion – Malia Miller

Chorus Students Ashley Bender and Delaney Shaffer each qualified to advance to PMEA Region 2 Chorus in March

Band Student Corey Taylor auditioned into PMEA District Jazz on drum set and Alex DeRusha, Emily Clayton, Victoria Querry auditioned into PMEA Region Band.

Bowlers Anthony Blackgrove, Connor Mamros, and Kristin Womeldorf competed as individuals in the WPIAL Singles Tournament in February

Kristin is headed to Regional competition and received 1st Team All-Conference; 2nd High Series, Girls; and Northeast Girls MVP awards

Girls Basketball – Congratulations on WPIAL 4A Playoff Berth

Wrestling:

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Area III Championships 12U – Andrew Patterson (First*), Levi Harmon (First*), Jill Blank (Second), Jimmy Carnathan (Third), Jackson Taubler (Fourth), Caden Sekscinski (Third), Nathan Nowikowski (Fourth)

Area III Championships 10U – Taye Bradshaw (Second*)

Area III Championships 8U – Dante Bradshaw (Second*)

Area III Championships Junior High – Nick Curci (Second*)

* denotes this wrestler qualified for State Championship

District 7 Junior High Championship – Nick Curci Third Place

WPIAL Sectionals – Logan Harmon (second), advances to WPIAL Championships

Gymnast Emily Morrow (Sr. at Lenape) competed in floor and vault at WPIAL Bronze Level championships in February tying for 5th place on the vault

Spring Musical – The Music Man

Thursday through Saturday, February 28 through March 1 7:00 PM

Tickets $8/Adult and $4/Student

Business ads start at $25 and are due February 20

High School Career & Employment Fair – March 28 – High School Gymnasium

65 Employers taking applications and hiring on the spot

9:30 AM until 3:00 PM for students

3:00 – 5:00 PM for the community – Admission is free

Kindergarten Registration

April 2 from 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM

April 4 from 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Call 724-478-6000, ext. 5001 for an appointment

Registration forms available under Resources for Parents at ApolloRidge.com

Upcoming Dates:

FEB 26

End of MS Rotation 5

Middle of the 3rd Grading Period

Read Across America / Title I Elementary Family Fun Night 5:15 PM - 6:30 PM

FEB 28

Distribute 3rd Quarter Progress Report

High School Spring Musical - The Music Man 7 PM - 9 PM

MAR 1

MS Student Council Pennies For Patients Fund Raiser Ends

High School Spring Musical - The Music Man 7 PM - 9 PM

MAR 2

High School Spring Musical - The Music Man 7 PM - 9 PM

MAR 4

MS EdInsight Benchmark Assessment #3 (Math)

MAR 5

MS EdInsight Benchmark Assessment #3 (Math)

MAR 6

MS EdInsight Benchmark Assessment #3 (ELA)

Health and Wellness Committee Meeting 3 PM - 4 PM (High School Board Room)

MAR 7

MS EdInsight Benchmark Assessment #3 (ELA)

Elementary PTA Reflections Awards9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

MAR 8

Viking PRIDE Class Meetings - Theme: Self-Advocacy11:28 AM - 12:06 PM (Apollo-Ridge Middle

School)

Apollo-Ridge Middle School PTA Dance7 PM - 9:30 PM (Apollo-Ridge Middle School)

MAR 11

MS EdInsight Benchmark Assessment #3 (Science)

MAR 12

MS EdInsight Benchmark Assessment #3 (Science)

Elementary PTA Mtg in Gym 6 PM - 8 PM

MAR 14

Elementary PTA Prismatic Magic Program

MAR 15

4TH SNOW MAKE-UP DAY - School in Session - Make up from 01/31/2019

MAR 18

5TH SNOW MAKE-UP DAY - SCHOOL IN SESSION - MAKE UP FOR 02/01/2019

2019-20

School Board Meeting 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (Apollo-Ridge High School - Board Room)

MAR 21

Elementary Books to Go

MAR 22

Student CLUBS Period11:28 AM - 12:06 PM (Apollo-Ridge Middle School)

MAR 25

School Board Meeting 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (Apollo-Ridge High School - Board Room)

MAR 28

End of MS Rotation 6

End of the 3rd Grading Period

High School Career/Job Fair for the Community 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

MAR 29

Viking PRIDE Class Meetings - Theme: Health Awareness11:28 AM - 12:06 PM (Apollo-Ridge Middle

School)

F. Student Council (Mr. Andrew Jones)

IV. RESOLUTIONS

A. Finance

Resolution A-1

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves payment of District Bills for the period January 25, 2019 through February 22,

2019, in the amount of $717,001.69 and the Treasurer’s Report for January 2019.

Resolution A-2

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves an agreement with ARIN IU28 for RWAN services as marked Exhibit A-2.

Resolution A-3

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves the ARIN IU28 General Operating Budget for fiscal year July 1, 2019, through

June 30, 2020, in the amount of $3,502,740 as marked Exhibit A-3.

Resolution A-4

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves the audited financial statements for the year ending June 30, 2018, as

presented.

Resolution A-5

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves the Title I Memorandum of Understanding between Head Start Agency and

the Apollo-Ridge School District subject to approval by the solicitor.

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves Finance resolutions A-1 through A-5. A-1 Payment of District Bills and Treasurer’s Report for January 2019 A-2 Agreement with ARIN IU28 for RWAN Services A-3 ARIN IU28 General Operating Budget A-4 Audited Financial Statements for Year Ending June 30, 2018 A-5 Head Start Agency MOU

Motion: Mr. Fetterman Second: Mrs. Ross

Roll Call:

8 Aye

0 Nay

Motion Passed

B. Personnel

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Resolution B-1

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves 2018-2019 Source 4 Teachers substitutes as marked Exhibit B-1.

Resolution B-2

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves 2018-2019 unpaid leave requests as marked Exhibit B-2.

Resolution B-3

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves 2018-2019 supplemental contracts as marked Exhibit B-3.

Resolution B-4

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves a memorandum of understanding with the Apollo-Ridge Education Association

that provides for an early retirement incentive as presented.

Resolution B-5

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves the change in employment status for Mrs. Diane Myers from part-time to full-

time in the Food Service Department, effective February 25, 2019.

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves Personnel resolutions B-1 through B-5. B-1 2018-2019 Source 4 Teachers Substitutes B-2 2018-2019 Unpaid Leave Requests B-3 B-8 2018-2019 Supplemental Contracts B-4 Early Retirement Incentive MOU B-5 Change in Employment Status: Diane Myers

Motion: Mr. King Second: Mr. Obriot

Roll Call:

8 Aye

0 Nay

Motion Passed

C. Curriculum

Resolution C-1

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves changes to the 2019-2020 High School Course Book as marked Exhibit C-1.

Resolution C-2

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves conference attendance requests as marked Exhibit C-2.

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves Curriculum Resolutions C-1 through C-2. C-1 2019-2020 High School Course Book Changes C-2 2018-2019 Conference Attendance Requests

Motion: Mr. Fetterman Second: Mrs. Ross

Roll Call:

8 Aye

0 Nay

Motion passed

D. Student Activities

Resolution D-1

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves field trip requests as marked Exhibit D-1.

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Resolution D-2

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves the application as presented for Soccer as a Club Sport for Grades 9-12

during the 2019-2020 School Year, pending the receipt of all required items as designated under Board Policy 122.1: Club Sports.

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves Student Activities resolutions D-1 and D-2. D-1 Field Trip Requests D-2 Soccer as a Club Sport

Motion: Mr. King Second: Mr. Fetterman

Roll Call:

8 Aye

0 Nay

Motion Passed

E. Student Transportation

Resolution E-1

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves drivers as submitted by STA as marked Exhibit E-1.

Be it resolved that the Apollo-Ridge Board approves Student Transportation resolution E-1. E-1 STA Drivers

Motion: Mr. King Second: Mr. Fetterman

Roll Call:

8 Aye

0 Nay

Motion Passed

F. Facilities and Property Services

G. Food and Nutrition Services

H. Legislation – Board Policy

VIII. Hearing of the General Public

IX. Old Business

X. Adjournment

Motion: Mr. Fetterman Second: Mr. Obriot

Time: 6:55 PM

Executive Session

Start 7:05 PM End 7:10 PM

NEXT MEETING DATES:

Committee Meeting: Monday, March 18, 2019

Legislative Meeting: Monday, March 25, 2019

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EXHIBIT A-2

Resolution A-2

AGREEMENT BETWEEN ARIN IU 28 AND APOLLO-RIDGE SCHOOL DISTRICT

FOR RWAN SERVICE PROVIDED BY DQE COMMUNICATIONS

WHEREAS ARIN Intermediate Unit 28 (“ARIN IU 28”), with their participating school districts (“District”) and career and technology centers (“CTC) have established a regional wide area network (“RWAN”) to interconnect with one another via broadband service and to receive cost-effective Internet access service via the RWAN (“RWAN Services”); and

WHEREAS, the existing contract for RWAN services with the commercial third-party vendor expires on June 30, 2019;

and

WHEREAS, ARIN IU 28 with the input and participation of the Districts and CTCs conducted a competitive procurement to rebid the RWAN Services; and

WHEREAS, DQE Communications was chosen as offering the most cost-effective service with the requisite technical capability

to provide RWAN Services that will best meet the current and future needs of the Districts and CTCs during the initial contract term and any voluntary extension terms for service beginning July 1, 2019.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:

1. The Board of Directors of Apollo Ridge School District agrees and authorizes ARIN IU 28 to enter into a master service agreement with DQE Communications for RWAN Services (broadband service and Internet service) on behalf of the Apollo Ridge School District and agrees to pay for services in accordance with the terms of the Service Order.

2. The Board of Directors of Apollo Ridge School District approves the execution of the Service Order and E-rate Letter of Agency to be in effect for the initial term through June 30, 2024.

3. The Board of Directors of Apollo Ridge School District approves the extension of the initial term of the Service Order in accordance with the voluntary extension options set forth in the DQE Communications’ master service agreement that provides for up to five years of extensions each for the broadband circuits and Internet access service, without requiring separate and/or additional Board action.

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EXHIBIT A-3

Resolution A-3

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EXHIBIT B-1

Resolution B-1

2018-2019 SOURCE 4 TEACHERS SUBSTITUTES

PENDING RECEIPT OF ACTS 34, 114, 151 AND 168 CLEARANCES

Substitute Name Certification/Education Certification 2

Fuoco, Joseph Secondary Mathematics

Lenze, Sylvia Elementary Special Education

Scheiber, Joseph MusicK-12

Reefer, Page Elementary 4-6, Social Studies 7-8 Reading/Language Arts 7-8

Boring, Rebecca HS Diploma

Ryan, Patricia Bachelors Degree

Clark, Adam Health and PE

Deyarmin, Kayla Music PK-12

Rupert, Nicole Bachelors Degree

Heckman, Elizabeth Music PK-12

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EXHIBIT B-2

Resolution B-2

2018-2019 UNPAID LEAVE REQUESTS

UNPAID LEAVE REQUEST # DATES TYPE OF LEAVE

UNP013119 February 15 and March 12, 2019 Personal

UNP020519 April 23, 2019 Personal

UNP020719 April 23 and 24, 2019 Personal

UNP021519 Half day 2/11/19 and Whole Days 2/12/19,

2/13/19 and 2/14/19 Personal

UNP021919 February 19 through April 17, 2019 Intermittent FMLA

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EXHIBIT B-3

Resolution B-3

2018-2019 SUPPLEMENTAL CONTRACTS

PENDING RECEIPT OF ACTS 34, 114, 151 AND 168 CLEARANCES

NAME/ADDRESS POSITION PROGRAM

Mr. Mike Monstrola, Pittsburgh Varsity Asst. Coach #1 Track & Field

Mr. James White, Avonmore Set Design & Construction Spring Musical

Mr. Jason Mamros, North Apollo Head Coach Baseball

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EXHIBIT C-1

Resolution C-1

2019-2020 HIGH SCHOOL COURSE BOOK CHANGES

Page

Number Area Of Proposed Change Subject Rationale

I Graduation Requirements – 1st

bullet A minimum of 24 credits based upon demonstration...

Reduced by 1 credit

based upon the

reduction in class

periods a student can

take per year. A

student can now take a

total of 28 credits in

there four years.

II Graduation Requirements – 3rd

bullet

...and starting with the class of 2022, Biology or the local

District assessment.

Based on changes from

the state.

1 Graduation Requirements – A.

Graduation Requirements:

A. A minimum of 25 24 credits based upon demonstration of

achievement of student academic standards as specified in school

district policy are required for graduation.

These instructional units include the following:

4.0 credits of Language Arts

4.0 credits of Social Studies

**4.0 or 3.0 credits of Mathematics

**4.0 or 3.0 credits of Science

0.5 credits of Computer Applications (Class of 2021 and

beyond).

0.5 Senior Junior Seminar (Class of 2020 will complete

Senior Seminar)

1.0 credit of Health & Wellness

2.0 credits of Arts/Humanities

*One credit will be satisfied by the ninth grade humanities

rotation for the Class of 2018.

5.0 credits of Electives

*Seniors Juniors must schedule senior junior seminar.

Junior seminar is

being moved to

accommodate the

state requirements for

career readiness

index. Credit

reduction based on

above rationale

1 Graduation Requirements – A.

A fourth credit in mathematics will be required if the student has

not yet passed Algebra 2 after the completion of three credits.

Adjusted for change of

math sequence and

addition of industrial

math

1 Graduation Requirements – C.

Effective with the graduating Class of 2020 2023, graduation

requirements include the following: 1) Course completion and

grades; 2) Demonstration…

Changed based on

state requirements

change

11 Language Arts – Honors

English 9

Description: This course concentrates on advanced reading,

writing and thinking skills. The writing skills include a focus on

grammar, usage, and mechanics, which will be incorporated into

all compositions and other writing projects. such as the

autobiography and the research paper. The reading will include a

variety of poetry, short stories, novels, drama, independent

reading and will analyze a variety of literary elements including

themes for composition writing. In addition to the reading and

writing, students will analyze poetry and discuss the use of

Adjusted for additional

literary topics

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figurative language. Also, students will be trained in the model of

Student-Centered Discussion. Several independent projects as

well as summer reading will be required

12 Read 180 – English/Writing

Description: Reading and language arts curriculum designed to

target areas of need in reading and language arts. This is a two

credit course. One credit will satisfy the English. core and one

credit will be credited as an elective

Adjusted to a one credit

and one period course

13 Creative Problem Solving

Description: This course is available to students who participate in

the Future Problem Solving program, PJAS, and/or other

enrichment competitions and is utilized to develop skills necessary

for successful competition within the program, in addition to

working in collaboration with teammates to participate in the

competition.

Additional competitions

have been added

14 Creative Writing 1 & 2

Description: This class is an elective course offered to high school

students and is meant to be an enhancement to the A-R High

School curriculum. The course was designed to provide talented

writing students an opportunity to compose a variety of creative

pieces, such as short stories, scripts, and poetry. , and children’s

stories. The class roster consists of students selected or

recommended by reading and English teachers. Creative Writing I

is meant to foster students’ writing skills and to provide additional

academic opportunities and options for students.

Adapted to the interests

of the students as an

elective

15 Algebra 1 Prerequisites: Pre-Algebra or Intro to Algebra Changed based on new

math sequence

15 Geometry Prerequisites: Advanced Algebra 2 or Algebra 2

Algebra 1

Changed based on new

math sequence

15 Algebra 2

Prerequisites: Algebra 1; Results from Algebra 1

Keystone Exam Geometry

Changed based on new

math sequence

16 Industrial Mathematics

Prerequisites: Geometry

Description: ….Field trip to industrial business is mandatory

Changed based on new

math sequence

17 College Algebra (Advanced

Math Concepts) Open to Grades: 11, 12

Changed based on new

math sequence

18 Chemistry I

Description: … and phases of matter. Extensive Laboratory work

will support and reinforce classroom work. Formal lab reports will

develop skills in writing.

Adjusted for increased

use of lab reports

19

PHYSICAL GENERAL

SCIENCE WITH INTEGRATED

LAB

Description: In this course, students will study basic forensic

chemistry concepts such as trace evidence, ballistics,

fingerprinting, and crime scene analysis, as well as basic….

Adjusted to expand

science offerings

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TITLE:

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

WITH INTEGRATED LAB

Value: .5

Course Number:

Length of Course:18wks/42min.

Periods per Week: 5

Open to Grades:10, 11, 12

Description: This course will show the connection between

science, technology, and society. Students will apply prior

scientific knowledge to current environmental issues and will

become a better-informed citizen and decision-maker. Students

will relate global, national, and local issues to concepts they learn

in the environmental science classroom.

Expand science

offerings

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TITLE: EARTH AND

SPACE SCIENCE WITH

INTEGRATED LAB

Credit Value: 1

Course Number:

Length of Course:36wks/42min.

Expand science

offerings

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Periods per Week: 5

Open to Grades:10, 11, 12

Description: Earth and Space Science is the study of the

processes that shape the Earth and explain the universe. This

course will explore the four main branches of Earth Science, which

includes the following: geology, oceanography, meteorology, and

astronomy. In this physical science course, students will learn in

detail about the Earth’s interior and the theory of plate tectonics.

Students will learn about Earth’s systems and their interactions.

Students will also explore the current theories that describe the

formation or Earth, our Solar System, and the universe. Students

will learn about the relationship between Earth Science and

technology.

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TITLE: ESSENTIALS OF

BIOLOGY WITH INTEGRATED

LAB

Credit Value .5

Course Number :

Length of Course 18wks/42min

Periods per Week: 5

Open to Grades:10

Description: In this course, students will explore connections

between life processes, basic chemistry, cell energy and

transport. The essentials of cell division and genetics will also be

explored. The students will be able to

connect interactions between the levels from the cell all the way up

to the biosphere and the describe the continuity of life. During the

first semester, this course will present the facts of biology within a

pattern of unifying themes that help students understand the larger

significance of the details they are learning. Areas of study include

basic biological principles, the chemical basis for life,

bioenergetics, molecular and cellular biology, genetics, evolution

and ecology. During the second semester the course, students

will study factors that affect our environment such as human

activity, resource use and technology.

Adjusted for expansion

of science offerings

20 Human Biology

Description: In this course, students will examine the structure,

function and histology of the organs and systems in the human

body. Both gross anatomy of organs and microscopic studies of

tissues will be included. Normal functioning of the body systems

and disorders of each system will also be discussed. In this

course, students will learn how to function. The focus of this class

will center around the content of human biological processes, but

most importantly it will emphasize the importance of learning how

to learn. Through the bioethical discussions, the dissection, the

multitude of laboratory activities, and most importantly the

consistency of doing, the students will leave in June a better

learner for life; whichever path they choose.

Adjusted as a result of

the expanded science

offerings

21 Chemistry II

Prerequisites: Biology I, Chemistry I and Algebra I

with a grade of 83% or better. Recommendation of most recent

math teacher. Teacher recommendation required if prerequisites

are not met. Two double periods per week to permit lab work from

chemistry teacher.

Description: … Extensive Laboratory work will support and

reinforce classroom work when possible. Formal Lab reports…

21 TITLE: ADVANCED

PLACEMENT BIOLOGY

Credit Value: with lab 1.4/

Course Number: 310

Length of Course: 36wks/42min.

Periods per Week: 7

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Open to Grades: 11, 12

Prerequisites: Proficient level on the Biology

Keystone exam and Biology and Chemistry grade of 83% and/or

teacher recommendation. Recommendation from most recent

math teacher.

Description: As with all advanced placement courses, AP Biology

offers students the opportunity to pursue college level instruction

while still enrolled in a secondary school. The course addresses a

diverse array of biological concepts via detailed lecture, laboratory,

and independent research projects. It is strongly recommended

that students taking this course take the AP test. Successful

performance on the AP exam may provide the student with three

college credits in biology. Accreditation for college credit is

individually determined by the students’ future college choice

selection and the policy of the school at the time of acceptance.

Students who choose to take this class for college credit will earn

credits from Pennsylvania Highlands Community College and

Mount Aloysius College. Credits will only be awarded upon

registration and successful completion of the course. (See the

Guidance Office.)

21 TITLE: COLLEGE BIOLOGY

COLLEGE BIOLOGY

Credit Value: with lab 1.4/

Course Number: 310

Length of Course: 36wks/42min.

Periods per Week: 7

Open to Grades: 11, 12

Prerequisites: Proficient level on the Biology

Keystone exam and Biology and Chemistry grade of 83% and/or

teacher recommendation.

Description: This Advanced biology course is designed for

students who wish to be challenged or plan to pursue a college

degree in the sciences. Emphasis will be placed on vocabulary,

lab work, presentations and independent research in topics such

as unity of life, genetics and ecology

22 Physics

Prerequisites: 86% Algebra II or equivalent 83%

Algebra II or 80% PreCalculus

Description: … concepts of potential energy, linear momentum,

rotational motion and impulse. Basic concepts of optics, electric

22 Forensics With Integrated

Lab

Description: … Topics are integrated into a lab experience, when

appropriate, to reinforce class content. There is a heavy emphasis

on lab work to reinforce class content, when possible.

24 TITLE: ADVANCED

PLACEMENT EUROPEAN

Credit Value: 1.0

Course Number: 204

Length of Course: 36wks/42min.

Periods per Week: 5

Open to Grades: 11, 12

Prerequisites: Honors U.S. History- 10– 83% or better or

U.S. History 10- 92% or better and teacher recommendation.

Seniors- grade 92% in World History.

Description: Advanced Placement European History is intended to

allow honor students to experience a college level history course.

As such students shall prepare for a rigorous experience.

European History, from the Renaissance to the present, will be the

focus area. Political, diplomatic, economic, religious, and cultural

themes form the core of the course. The emphasis of this

course will be to prepare students to take the AP exam.

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Therefore, it is strongly recommended that students taking

this course take the AP test. While seniors are encouraged to

take this course, it cannot supplant the Government/Economics

requirement. Either the AP Euro or AP World History courses can

be used by juniors to replace the World History Course. Summer

reading and analysis work is required prior to entering the

class

24 ADVANCED PLACEMENT

HUMAN GEOGRAPHY

Description: …Students who choose to take this class for college

credit will earn credits from Westmoreland County Community

College. Credits will only be awarded upon registration and

successful completion of the course. (See the Guidance Office.)

Summer reading and analysis work is required prior to

entering the class.

25 CRIME, JUSTICE AND

SOCIETY

Prerequisites: Two (2) credits of Social Studies, US History

9/10 and Honors

25 CIHS INTRODUCTION TO

PSYCHOLOGY

Prerequisites: 83% or better in previous years

history class and teacher recommendation

26

ADVANCED PLACEMENT

UNITED STATES

GOVERNMENT AND

POLITICS

Prerequisites: AP Human Geography or Teacher

Recommendation

Description: … Summer work is required prior to entering this

class.

34 TITLE: SENIOR JUNIOR

SEMINAR Moved to satisfy State Requirements

Footnote

All listed prerequisites are

guidelines. All students will

receive recommendations for

advancement from current

teacher.

Utilize features of Sapphire and eliminate misplaced students.

2019-33

EXHIBIT C-2

Resolution C-2

2018-2019 CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE REQUESTS

NAME/POSITION/BUILDING TITLE/DESCRIPTION SPONSOR/LOCATION DATES COST

Jessica Johns / Social

Studies

High School

AP Human Geography

Exam Reader with the

ETS

College Board

Cincinnati OH June 1-9, 2019 $425

2019-34

EXHIBIT D-1

Resolution D-1

2018-2019 FIELD TRIP REQUESTS

Costs include transportation, substitutes, and registration/entry fees

DATES GRADE/GROUP/TEACHER(S)

/CURRICULUM DESTINATION # STUDENTS COST SUB

March 29, 2019 Secondary Life Skills Brandi Muffie/Kristen Barta Leisure Activities

Mohawk Lanes Bowling Alley Indiana

13 $240

Special Programs

1

May 24, 2019 Secondary Music Department Gavin Virag/Lori Paouncic Music

Carnegie Mellon/Cathedral of Learning Oakland

200 $0

Boosters 2

March 23, 2019 HS Spanish Kristen Scotece Spanish Language Competition

Indiana University of Pennsylvania Indiana

10 $0

Spanish Club 0

March 8, 2019 8th Grade Science Rebecca Reese STEM

Carnegie Science Center Pittsburgh

76 $455

Education Foundation

0

April 26, 2019 Gr 11 & 12 Forensics Students Leigh Wenckowski Forensics Science

Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office Pittsburgh

33 $250

Education Foundation

1

2019-35

EXHIBIT E-1

Resolution E-1

DRIVERS AS SUBMITTED BY STA

PENDING RECEIPT OF ACTS 34, 114, 151 AND 168 CLEARANCES

NAME ADDRESS POSITION

Awanda Sue Ross Shelocta Van Driver