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Toms River, New Jersey, December 20, 2017
A Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the Toms River Regional Schools
took place at Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Road, Toms River,
New Jersey on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at 6:00 P.M.
Board President Ben Giovine read the following Opening Statement:
“Good Evening, Welcome to a Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the
Toms River Regional Schools.”
“This meeting was announced to the public through a notice published in the
Asbury Park Press on December 6, 2017, which constituted at least 48 hours notice as
required by law under the Open Public Meetings Act.”
A roll call of attendance indicated the following Board Members were present:
Mrs. Janet Bell, Mr. Russel Corby, Mrs. Gigi Esparza, Mr. Joe Nardini, Mr. Robert
Onofrietti, Mr. Christopher Raimann, Mrs. Loreen Torrone and Mr. Ben Giovine.
Mr. Dan Leonard arrived 6:04 p.m.
Also in attendance were Superintendent Healy, Assistant Superintendents, McKenna,
Natanagara, Coleman, Business Administrator Doering, Board Secretary Saxton, Board
Attorney Leone, guests and press were also present at the meeting.
EXECUTIVE SESSION RESOLUTION- 6:04 P.M.
A motion was made by Mrs. Torrone, seconded by Mrs. Esparza and carried that
the following Executive Session Resolution be approved:
Resolved, that the Board of Education, at this time, move to a closed session to be
held at the executive session meeting room at Toms River High School North, Toms
River, New Jersey, for the purpose of:
Executive Session Resolution To include – Personnel; Student HIB # 46204,
#56030; Legal/Litigation –Settlement Agreement # 56876, # 56033, # 49551,
# 13130, # 13298; Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Report; Fire & Security
Drill Report; Contracts; Suspension Report; Legal/Litigation - Workers
Compensation # 11542, District Safety & Security Plan; General Relations; Board
Member Ethics Training; Re-Organization Meeting Legal Representation; Board
Member Leave of Absence; Other. Subject to change.
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as outlined under the Open public Meetings Act.
All members present voting Aye.
RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION – 7:59 P.M.
A motion was made by Mrs. Torrone, seconded by Mr. Nardini and carried that the
Board return to Regular Session at 7:59 P.M.
All members present voting Aye.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Board Member Mr. Giovine led the Board and audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
SUPERINTENDENT COMMENTS
In difficult financial times, we have all been extra diligent in seeking additional
revenue sources not just to maintain the status quo, which can be challenging enough, but
to constantly improve educational opportunities for all Toms River Regional District
children.
Over the past few years the district has worked extensively to stabilize existing
sources of alternative revenue while pursuing new methods to maximize funding
opportunities, initiatives fully supported by our board of education.
As part of this effort, the district contracted for the services of Fox Run Group and
its president, Angelo Scialfa, who is with us here this evening in September 2016 to
further expand our efforts in securing alternative revenue sources from corporate
sponsorships.
To date we have been extremely successful in all areas, with expanded
partnerships, sponsorships, and grant dollars rapidly approaching the two million dollar
mark. This evening I am both pleased and proud to announce that the Toms River
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Regional School District has engaged in a multifaceted five-year partnership with
RWJBarnabas Health. Through this alliance, RWJBarnabas Health will receive naming
rights to the district’s arena on the campus of Toms River High School North, and will
collaborate with the district on health and wellness initiatives. The partnership agreement,
which will be approved this evening totals $637,500 over the span of five years, and
officially begins Jan. 1, 2018.
Joining us this evening from Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health are Amy
Mansue, President RWJBarnabas Health Southern Region; Michael Mimoso, President
and Chief Executive Officer, Community Medical Center; Teri Kubiel, Vice President,
Patient Experience and Community Affairs; Justin Edelman, Vice President, Corporate
Partnerships; and Jean Flaherty, Director, Marketing & communication. If you would
please join me up here with Board President Ben Giovine and School Business
Administrator Bill Doering.
This evening marks the last Board of Education meeting for three of our outgoing
BOE members, Mrs. Loreen Torrone, Mr. Ben Giovine and Mr. Robert Onofrietti Jr.
Mrs. Torrone served on our board from 2006-2008 and from 2012-2017. During
her tenure Mrs. Torrone served as VP in 2016 and 2017. I first met Mrs. Torrone
in November 2013 during the first round of the Superintendent interview. In her
six years on the board, Mrs. Torrone has been an integral part of so many
important initiatives that have benefited the children of this school district for
many years to come. She has served with dignity, respect and professionalism
while never losing sight of her important role as a member of our board of
education and that is to work tirelessly for the well-being of our school
community.
Mr. Giovine has served on the board from 2011-2017. During his tenure Mr.
Giovine served twice as board president this year being his second. I first met Mr.
Giovine in November 2013 during the first round of the Superintendent interview
where he at the time was serving the final months of his presidency. In his six
years on this board of education and in my four years of working extensively with
Mr. Giovine, he has never once waivered from his responsibility to serve the
children of this district and support initiatives and recommendations that support
our staff to support our children. The role of board president can often be a
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challenging one that requires a significant time commitment. Mr. Giovine has
served in this role almost by design has been an integral part of my success and the
success of this district.
Mr. Onofrietti has served on the board from 2015-17 and as board president in
2016. Mr. Onofrietti has been an active board member often attending multiple
events and activities throughout our school district support our administration, staff
and children. He very involved in his community as a coach and volunteer. As
board president he and I worked very closely together communicating regularly as
we addressed many issues. Mr. Onofrietti has been a dedicated board of education
member, committed to the advancement of our district and the support of our
programs and children and integral part of our team.
To this day the thing that I admire and respect the most about them is that their focus
has never once wavered from being student centered and working tirelessly with their
fellow board members and this administration in support of our school community. Our
board members are volunteers. In their time on the board, they have devoted countless
hours often consisting of late nights and weekends and away from their families. I have
had the privilege of being part of those hours where much has been accomplished and
where our school community has benefited from their service. They are owed a debt of
gratitude and certainly have mine. On behalf of my central office administrative team and
our school district I want to thank Lorene, Ben and Rob for their service and wish them
all the best in health and life.
Lastly, I want to wish the members of our board of education, fellow administration,
faculty, support staff, students and the entire Toms River Regional School District
community a very happy holiday season and healthy and happy New Year.
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES:
Owen Donovan, High School East
Delia Velazquez, High School North
Dennis Tobin, High School South
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Student Representatives from all three high schools updated the Board on the
academic and athletic successes taking place at their respective schools, as well as events
taking place and fund raising activities.
STUDENT AWARDS/STAFF AWARDS
The list of student, staff and volunteer award recipients is attached to the minutes.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/BOARD COMMENTS
Budget & Finance Committee – Mr. Corby
The Budget and Finance Committee of the Board of Education of the Toms River
Regional Schools met on December 13, 2017 at 1144 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, New
Jersey in Conference Room A at 6:30 P.M. Committee Chair, Russell Corby, read the
following opening statement:
“Good evening, welcome to the Budget and Finance Committee Meeting of the
Board of Education of the Toms River Regional Schools. Notice of this meeting was
published in the Asbury Park Press on December 8, 2017 which constituted at least 48
hours notice as required by law under the Open Public Meetings Act.”
In addition to the Committee Chair, in attendance were Board members- Ben
Giovine, Janet Bell, Gigi Esparza, Dan Leonard, Joe Nardini, Rob Onofrietti and Chris
Raimann, Superintendent- Dave Healy, Assistant Superintendents- Debra McKenna, John
Coleman and Dr. Marc Natanagara, Business Administrator- Bill Doering and Board
Secretary- Wendy Saxton. Additionally, Scott Clelland and Darin Valentine from the
district auditor, Wiss and Company, were also present. The meeting was open to the
public and an opportunity for public comment was provided.
As we do every month, the committee reviewed the expenditures listed in the
Purchasing Agenda, which was posted in the Board’s Google Docs folder prior to the
Budget and Finance Committee meeting. The Purchasing Agenda also included items of
zero value, bids and resolutions. Questions were asked by various individual board
members, which were answered by Mr. Doering and other members of the
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administration. The Purchasing Agenda for this month is in the amount of $2,169,646.54
the 2017-18 school year. The Budget & Finance Committee is recommending the
approval of the Purchasing Agenda by the full Board.
The committee then reviewed the District lease, sponsorship and other rental
agreements and these are also being recommended for board approval.
The committee was again provided with the recommended 2018-19 budget goals
and the list was discussed in greater detail. These will be considered as the budget
development continues for 2018-19.
Dr. Natanagara informed the committee that four (4) grant applications are in
process, including a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration grant for $500k
over a 3-year period, another NEA Big Read grant for $15k for 2018-19, a $10k NJ Arts
Council Artists in Education grant for East Dover Elementary and Sustainable New
Jersey grants for either $2k or $10k.
Finally, the district auditors, Wiss & Company, presented the 2016-17
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report as well as the separate management report. Mr.
Clelland explained that we again have an unmodified or clean audit opinion, and he
discussed key areas in the financial and management reports. With regards to the district
fund balances, the district was able to fund the $2 million approved as a maximum at the
June 2017 Board meeting for both the Capital Reserve and the Maintenance Reserve.
Mr. Clelland then highlighted the one comment in the auditor’s management report. Mr.
Clelland again commended the Business administrator and Board Secretary for the
condition of the financial records and for having solid internal controls in place with
regards to financial reporting and the processing of financial transactions. As we did the
last three years, we will be applying for the Certificate of Excellence in Financial
Reporting for the 2016-17 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.
Building & Grounds Committee – Mr. Nardini
The Buildings and Grounds Committee of the Board of Education of Toms
River Regional Schools met on December 13, 2017, in Conference Room A at 1144
Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ, beginning at 7:30P.M.
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Committee Chair Joe Nardini read the following opening statement: "Good
evening and welcome to the Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting of the
Board of Education of Toms River Regional Schools. Notice of this meeting was
published in the Asbury Park Press on December 8, 2017 which constituted at least
48 hours' notice as required by law under the Open Public Meetings Act."
In addition to the Committee Chair, in attendance were Board members Janet Bell,
Russ Corby, Gigi Esparza, Dan Leonard, Rob Onofrietti, & Chris Raimann;
Superintendent Dave Healy; Assistant Superintendents John Coleman, Debra
McKenna, & Dr. Marc Natanagara; Business Administrator Bill Doering; and
Educational Facilities Manager Mark Wagner. The meeting was open to the public
and an opportunity for public comment was provided.
Old Business discussion:
1. The revised lead testing reimbursement request has been submitted to the state with
$24,317 expected. Retesting of remediated locations are being scheduled to begin over
the winter break.
2. Several of the traffic sign projects have received final county approval. Work has
begun and approvals for the remainder are in process.
3. Over $5 million and the carbon equivalent of nearly 2000 cars driven for one year
have been saved as of this month over the past five years through the Cenergistics
energy education program.
4. The package to transfer the Pine Beach property back to the town is ready for
submission to the Department of Education pending resolution signed by the board.
5. Estimates of the costs and benefits of solar farms at several parking lot locations have
been received and are being assessed for Board review next month. Repaving plans will
have to be considered.
6. Self funding projects within the Energy Savings Improvement Program, or ESIP,
including boiler replacements, will be submitted for state approval beginning next
month. Progress updates will be posted on the district web page and made part of
2018 referendum Town Hall meetings.
7. Public approval of the proposed school facilities referendum is targeted to take place
on October 2, 2018 or as part of the November 6 election. An informational
webpage is now active, under the Community tab, and Town Hall informational
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meetings will begin in the next few months.
8. Quotes for repairs on turf fields has been received and remediation work is being
scheduled. New Business discussion:
1. The fieldhouse at H.S. North is undergoing roof repairs after interior renovations
revealed the need for additional remediation in the support structure.
2. Bid documents are being finalized by the facilities office and purchasing department to
replace a solar inverter at H.S. North.
3. The extension of the East Dover Elementary walking path is being assessed.
4. A classroom floor at Washington Street Elementary will be remediated over Winter
Break and tiled by maintenance staff at that time.
5. Meetings with Oyster Creek and updates to the state mandated Memorandum of
Understanding with local law enforcement have taken place in the last few weeks and
the annually revised Safety and Security Plan was reviewed by the Board.
6. Applicant proposing a development adjacent to Seacourt Pavilion across from the
1144 office building on Hooper Avenue has applied for design waivers before the
planning board. The work should have no impact on our facilities. Following
discussion, the township planning department verified this is not a PILOT project.
7. Chairman Nardini discussed potential savings from electric vehicles in the near future.
Personnel Committee – Mr. Onofrietti
A Personnel Committee Meeting of the Board of Education of the Toms River
Regional Schools took place at the Administrative Offices, 1144 Hooper Avenue,
Conference Room A, Toms River, New Jersey on December 13, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. This
meeting is not publicly advertised as the committee reviews personnel information which
includes names of individual staff member as well as possible new staff members.
In attendance were Robert Onofrietti, Chair, committee member, Janet Bell, David
Healy, Superintendent of Schools, Ben Giovine, Board President, John Coleman,
Assistant Superintendent and Debra McKenna, Assistant Superintendent.
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The meeting was opened at 6:00 p.m. by Robert Onofrietti. David Healy,
Superintendent, discussed with the members the certified personnel being recommended
for employment, updated job descriptions as well as recommendations for extra-
curricular positions being recommended for employment at the board meeting on
Tuesday, December 20, 2017.
The committee adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
Policy Committee – Mrs. Esparza
The Policy Committee of the Board of Education of the Toms River Regional
School took place at 1144 Hooper Avenue, Conference Room A on Wednesday,
December 13, 2017. Committee Chair Gigi Esparza read the following opening
statement:
“Good Evening, Welcome to a Policy Committee Meeting of the Board of
Education of the Toms River Regional Schools.” ‘This meeting was announced to the
public through a notice published in the Asbury Park Press on December 8, 2017, which
constituted at least 48 hour notice as required by law under the Open Public Meetings
Act.”
In addition to the Committee Chairperson, in attendance were Board President Ben
Giovine; Committee members Russell Corby, Christopher Raimann, Janet Bell, Joseph
Nardini, Daniel Leonard and Robert Onofrietti; Superintendent of Schools David Healy;
Business Administrator William Doering,; Assistant Superintendents, John Coleman,
Debra McKenna and Marc Natanagara, Ed.D.
John Coleman, Assistant Superintendent, presented the following policies for
review and deliberation in preparation for the first reading at the Board of Education
meeting on December 20, 2017:
Policy 8820 – Opening Exercises
Members of the public were provided the opportunity to comment.
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INQUIRIES FROM GUESTS AND PRESS – AGENDA ITEMS ONLY (limited to 3
minutes as per Board Policy # 0167 – Public Participation in Board Meetings, the first
public session will be limited to a total of 30 minutes)
There were none.
PRESENTATION OF THE COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL
FINANCIAL REPORT, AUDITOR’S MANAGEMENT REPORT &
CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN BY WISS & COMPANY
APPROVAL OF THE COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT,
AUDITOR’S MANAGEMENT REPORT & CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN
(attached)
A motion was made by Mr. Corby, seconded by Mrs. Torrone and carried that the
Approval of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, Auditor’s Management Report
& Corrective Action Plan (attached) be approved.
On roll call the following vote:
Ayes: Bell, Corby, Esparza, Leonard, Nardini, Onofrietti, Raimann, Torrone, Giovine
Noes: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
PRESENTATION OF SEMI-ANNUAL DISTRICT ELECTRONIC
VIOLENCE AND VANDALISM REPORT (EVVR)
Toms River Regional Schools
Electronic Vandalism and Violence Report
Semi – Annual report for School Year
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December 20, 2017
Presented to the Toms River Regional Schools Board of Education
By law, all New Jersey public school districts must use the Electronic
Violence and Vandalism Reporting System to report incidents of violence,
vandalism, weapons, substance abuse and HIB. Beginning with the 2011-12
school year we are required to report semi-annually for the reporting periods July 1
– December 31 and January 1- June 30th
.
The following is the information for the reporting period from January 1, 2017 – June 30,
2017. District wide there were:
76 Acts of Violence
17 Acts of Vandalism
12 Weapons
31 Cases of Substance Abuse
74 HIB Cases
For a total of 210 instances.
The collective efforts of all district employees including:
Over 2,000 staff members
The School Resource Officers and Safety Officers
Our districts security force
Our Student Assistance Counselors
Our student body, parents, and guardians
are the foundation for our continued efforts to maintain a safe school environment for
each student and staff member. This effort is never ending. We will continue to monitor
our schools while we research and implement best practices and address areas of specific
concern.
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Furthermore, in documenting the two mandated events during the month of
October, The Week of Respect, as well as School Violence Awareness Week, our district
is reinforcing the message of safe and respectful schools. While tremendous efforts are
made to educate and demonstrate a message of respect, safety and tolerance during
October, it must be also noted these same messages are the expectation for the entire
school year.
APPROVAL OF THE SEMI-ANNUAL DISTRICT ELECTRONIC VIOLENCE
AND VANDALISM REPORT (EVVR)
A motion was made by Mr. Leonard, seconded by Mr. Onofrietti and carried that
the Approval of the Semi-Annual District Electronic Violence and Vandalism Report
(EVVR) be approved.
On roll call the following vote:
Ayes: Bell, Corby, Esparza, Leonard, Nardini, Onofrietti, Raimann, Torrone, Giovine
Noes: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
APPROVAL OF 2017-18 SCHOOL BUS EMERGENCY EVACUATION
WALKER REPORTS
A motion was made by Mrs. Esparza, seconded by Mr. Leonard and carried that
the Approval of 2017-18 School Bus Emergency Evacuation Walker Reports be
approved.
On roll call the following vote:
Ayes: Bell, Corby, Esparza, Leonard, Nardini, Onofrietti, Raimann, Torrone, Giovine
Noes: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
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APPROVAL OF THE APPOINTMENT OF TED GILLEN AS THE TITLE IX
COORDINATOR EFFECTIVE 1/1/2018
A motion was made by Mrs. Torrone, seconded by Mr. Onofrietti and carried that
the Approval of the Appointment of Ted Gillen as the Title IX Coordinator Effective
1/1/2018 be approved.
On roll call the following vote:
Ayes: Bell, Corby, Esparza, Leonard, Nardini, Onofrietti, Raimann, Torrone, Giovine
Noes: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
APPROVAL DISTRICT SAFETY & SECURITY PLAN
A motion was made by Mrs. Esparza, seconded by Mrs. Bell and carried that the
Approval of District Safety & Security Plan be approved.
On roll call the following vote:
Ayes: Bell, Corby, Esparza, Leonard, Nardini, Onofrietti, Raimann, Torrone, Giovine
Noes: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF SECOND READING OF THE FOLLOWING
POLICIES/REGULATIONS AND BYLAWS
Policy 5111 Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Pupils (M)
A motion was made by Mrs. Esparza, seconded by Mr. Leonard and carried that
the Approval and Adoption of Second Reading of the Following Policies/Regulation and
Bylaws be approved.
On roll call the following vote:
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Ayes: Bell, Corby, Esparza, Leonard, Nardini, Onofrietti, Raimann, Torrone, Giovine
Noes: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA ITEMS 17-22
A motion was made by Mrs. Esparza, seconded by Mr. Leonard and carried that
the Approval of Agenda Items 17-22 be approved.
17. Approval of the Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Report
18. Approval of the Fire & Security Drill Report
19. Approval of District Facility Lease, Sponsorship and other Rental
Agreements (attached)
20. Approval of Minutes: (Regular and/or Executive, where applicable)
November 15, 2017
November 21, 2017
21. Approval of Bills:
General $ 11,638,296.16
Cafeteria $ 278,194.55
Payroll (Gross) November 3, 2017 $ 5,604,208.22
(Gross) November 17, 2017 $ 106,816.53
(Gross) November 22, 2017 $ 6,744,810.83
22. Board Secretary’s Agenda + Addendum
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School Year 2017-2018
Purchases – Pages 1 through 38- $2,169,646.54
Zero Values Request for Professional Qualifications
Contract Extensions Student Transportation
Award of Bids Jointures
Permission to Advertise Resolutions
On roll call the following vote:
Ayes: Bell, Corby, Esparza, Leonard, Nardini, Onofrietti, Raimann, Torrone, Giovine
Noes: Onofrietti on #21 Legal Bills
Abstained: Corby on All Search Day, All Children’s Center, All Vamvas and/or M&W
Transportation
Absent: None
APPROVAL AND CERTIFICATION OF THE BOARD SECRETARY’S
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS
Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22.1.11(c), I, Wendy Saxton, Board Secretary, certify that
as of October 2017 no budgetary line items account has obligations and payments
(contracted orders) which exceed the amount appropriated by the District Board of
Education pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:22-8-1, that the district’s accounts have been
reconciled and are in balance.
Through the adoption of this resolution, we the Toms River Board of Education,
pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22-2.11(c), certify that as of October 2017 after a review of the
Secretary’s monthly report (appropriations section) and upon consultation with the
Business Administrator and other appropriate district officials, that to the best of our
knowledge, no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of N.J.A.C.
6A:22-2.11 (c) and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s needs.
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A motion was made by Mr. Corby, seconded by Mr. Leonard and carried that the
Approval and Certification of the October 2017 Secretary’s Monthly Financial Reports
be approved:
On roll call the following vote:
Ayes: Bell, Corby, Esparza, Leonard, Nardini, Onofrietti, Raimann, Torrone, Giovine
Noes: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
PERSONNEL AGENDA + ADDENDUM
PERSONNEL ITEMS 1- 22
A motion was made by Mrs. Esparza, seconded by Mr. Giovine and carried that
the following resolution be approved:
CERTIFICATED STAFF 1-5:
1. Recommended for Employment:
{Code = (R) Replacement}
$
A. Rachael L. D’Alessandro (R) 52,915
IN Social Studies Gr. 7 1/1/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
B. Jeremy Hollingworth (R) 52,915
ND Grade 3 1/1/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
C. Casey M. Kanarkowski (R) 52,915
IE Social Studies Gr. 7 1/1/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
D. Morgan J. Kennedy (R) 55,815
BWD Speech Language 1/1/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
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Specialist
E. Jaclyn L. Salemme (R) 52,915
IN Art 1/1/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
NOTE: The law on background checks requires clearance prior to any employment becoming final
2. Recommended Change of Employment:
Change to:
A. Erin S. Anders HSE Assistant Principal $95,200
HSE Math 1/1/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
B. Adrienne M. Gold Supervisor of World Lang/ESL $92,200
WAL ESL 1/1/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
Change to:
C. James J. Klass BWD Supervisor of Instruction $95,925
BWD Interim Supervisor 12/21/2017 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
D. Kimberly A. Muir BWD Principal $126,415
BWD Interim Principal 12/21/2017 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
3. Recommended Leave of Absence Requests:
A. Employee #14244 Family 2/5/2018 - 4/27/2018
WAL Sped Aut
B. Employee #15417 Family 4/9/2018 - 6/8/2018
HA Sped Aut
C. Employee #13821 Family 4/24/2018 - 6/302018
HSN Math
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D. Employee #12714 Family 11/17/2017
BWD Kindergarten 12/6/2017 (p.m.)
E. Employee #14978 Family 3/7/2018 - 6/8/2018
CG Grade 5
F. Employee #14111 Maternity 2/3/2018 - 2/9/2018
HA Kindergarten Ext.
G. Employee #11671 Medical 12/2/2017 - 12/22/2017
SB Sped PSD Ext.
H. Employee #14439 Maternity 1/30/2018 - 6/30/2018
CG Grade 4 Ext.
I. Employee #15316 Family 4/30/2018 - 5/25/2018
SB Sped PSD
J. Employee #12868 Maternity 1/27/2018 - 3/2/2018
HSN Social Studies
K. Employee #14205 Maternity 3/20/2018 - 6/8/2018
ND Sped RR
4. Retirements:
A. Audre Ruzga 3/1/2018
HSN Math
5. Transfers effective 1/2/2018: (Attached)
STAFF FOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS 6:
6. Basic Skills Program: (Attached)
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A. Recommend approval of the attached Local Basic Skills Program
Staff/Salary changes.
NOTE: The law on background checks requires clearance prior to any employment becoming
final
SUPPORT STAFF 7-15:
7. Non Certified Job Description: (Attached)
A. Recommend approval of the attached non certified job descriptions:
Administrative Executive Secretary – Superintendent’s Confidential
Secretary
Administrative Executive Secretary – Assistant Superintendent’s
Confidential Secretary
Administrative Executive Secretary – Business Administrator’s Confidential
Secretary/Assistant Board Secretary
Administrative Executive Secretary – Board Secretary’s Confidential
Secretary
8. Secretarial Services:
A. Recommended Title Revisions effective 12/21/2017:
Change to:
Helena Ilg-Gregitis AES - Business Administrator’s
Administrative Executive Secretary/ Confidential Secretary/Assistant
Assistant Board Secretary Board Secretary
Susan M. Nelson AES - Assistant Superintendent’s
Administrative Executive Confidential Secretary
Secretary
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Laurie E. Reilly AES - Assistant Superintendent’s
Administrative Executive Confidential Secretary
Secretary
Julianne McKelvey-Leone AES - Board Secretary’s
Administrative Executive Confidential Secretary
Secretary
B. Recommended Change of Employment:
Change to: $
Catherine M. Christie HA Sr. Secretary +6,513.00
HA Secretary (12 month) 1/1/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
Change to:
Donna M. DiPolvere IN Media Secretary +$200.00
Administrative Executive 1/1/2018 - 6/30/2018 (service
Secretary increment)
(Prorated)
Tracie Doss AES - Superintendent’s +5,000.00
AES/Human Resource Confidential Secretary (Prorated)
Generalist 1/2/2018 - 6/30/2018
C. Recommended for Employment:
Yamila Gordon (R) $40,000
AES/Human Resource 1/8/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
Generalist
9. Translator Services:
A. Recommended for Employment as District Translator effective 1/2/2018 –
6/30/2018 at a rate of $41.35 per hour:
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Lizette Steffer Calderon
10. Special Education Paraprofessionals:
A. Recommended for Employment:
$
Patricia A. Cunningham (R) 13,908
HSE Tier II Paraprofessional 1/2/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
Neil J. Winkler (R) 13,908
HSE Tier II Paraprofessional 1/2/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
NOTE: The law on background checks requires ultimate clearance prior to any
employment becoming final
B. Rescind Employment Offer:
Michele L. Rumsby 11/27/2017
Tier II Paraprofessional
C. Recommended leave of absence requests:
Employee #15511 Personal 12/2/2017 - 12/22/2017
HSN Tier II Paraprofessional (revised leave end date)
D. Recommended Change of Location:
Change to:
Vanessa M. Larsen BWD Tier II Paraprofessional
HSE Tier II Paraprofessional 12/4/2017 - 6/30/2018
E. Resignations:
Kimberly Gilmartin 12/1/2017
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SB Tier I Paraprofessional
Hunter T. Willie 12/23/2017
WAL Tier II Paraprofessional
11. Cafeteria/Playground Aides:
A. Recommended for employment:
{Code = (R) Replacement}
$
Reann E. Fratangelo (R) 4,968.22
South Toms River 1/2/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
Salvatore Graziano (R) 4,968.22
Walnut Street 1/2/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
NOTE: The law on background checks requires ultimate clearance prior to any
employment becoming final
B. Recommended leave of absence requests:
Employee #10111 Personal 12/7/2017 - 12/18/2017
East Dover
Employee #11210 Personal 12/18/2017 - 12/22/2017
Cedar Grove
Employee #14584 Personal 4/30/2018 - 5/11/2018
Cedar Grove
Employee # 13925 Personal 12/12/2017 - 12/15/2017
Beachwood
Employee #13919 Personal 1/2/2018 - 1/4/2018
Walnut Street
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12. Custodial Department:
A. Recommended for placement on the substitute list at a rate of $13.80 per
hour effective 12/21/2017:
Shari B. Breed
NOTE: The law on background checks requires ultimate clearance prior to any
employment becoming final
13. Food Services Department - Cafeteria Workers:
A. Recommended for employment:
{Code = (R) Replacement}
$
Maria Brown (R) 6,435.00
WAL Cafeteria Worker 12/21/2017 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
Courtney M. Krupa (R) 6,435.00
IE Cafeteria Worker 12/21/2017 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
B. Recommended leave of absence request:
Employee #14634 Medical 11/20/2017 - 12/12/2017
JAC Cafeteria Worker
Employee #14959 Family 12/4/2017 - 12/10/2017
CG Cafeteria Worker
Employee #13201 Family 12/14/2017 - 12/22/2017
IN Cafeteria Worker
C. Recommended for placement on the substitute list at a rate of $8.50 per hour
effective 12/21/2017:
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Rosela M. Bell
D. Retirement:
Jean V. Cappiccille 1/1/2018
IN Cafeteria Worker
14. Maintenance Department
A. Recommended for employment:
$
John K. Jack (R) 53,987.86
Tradesman - Electrician 1/8/2018 - 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
15. Transportation Department:
A. Recommended for employment:
$
Michaela R. Hassan (R) 20,671.20
Sped Bus Attendant 12/21/2017 – 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
Noreen Popinko (R) 22,911.00
Regular Bus Driver 12/21/2017 – 6/30/ 2018 (Prorated)
John Stanzione (R) 22,911.00
Regular Bus Driver 12/21/2017 – 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
Diane Wauchek (R) 22,911.00
Regular Bus Driver 12/21/2017 – 6/30/2018 (Prorated)
NOTE: The law on background checks requires ultimate clearance prior to any
employment becoming final
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B. Recommended salary adjustments/hourly changes:
Revised
Effective Hours $(Prorated)
Cynthia D. Periera 12/21/2017 - 6/30/2018 8 27,561.60
Sped Bus Driver
Christine S. Coratti 12/21/2017 - 6/30/2018 8 30,848.00
Regular Bus Driver
C. Recommended leave of absence requests:
Employee #15733 Family 10/24/2017 (rescind)
Sped Bus Driver 10/23/2017 (p.m.)
Employee #12729 Family 11/20/2017 - 12/10/2017
Sped Bus Attendant
Employee #12894 Family 11/14/2017 - 11/29/2017
Regular Bus Driver Ext.
Employee #15035 Family 9/1/2017 - 11/29/2017
Sped Bus Driver (revised leave end date)
Employee #13004 Family Ext. 12/8/2017 - 12/18/2017
Sped Bus Driver Medical 12/19/2017 - 2/2/2018
D. Retirement:
Jane Grob 12/1/2017
Regular Bus Driver
Theresa M. Hewatt 1/1/2018
Regular Bus Driver
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E. Recommended for placement on the substitute list effective 12/21/2017:
Position Rate:
Carolyn S. Cecere Bus Driver $20.00/hr.
Elena M. Clayton Bus Driver $20.00/hr.
Regina D. Eckenrode Bus Driver $20.00/hr.
Christina R. Harrington Bus Driver $20.00/hr.
Maureen L. Jelnicki Bus Driver $20.00/hr.
Richard J. Kingston Bus Driver $20.00/hr.
Laura L. Morgan Bus Driver $20.00/hr.
Cherice D. Nicholson Bus Driver $20.00/hr.
Latoya A. Nicholson Bus Driver $20.00/hr.
Elise L. Parisi Bus Driver $20.00/hr.
Julia F. Pavao Bus Attendant $10.75/hr.
Dylan M. Thornton Bus Driver $20.00/hr.
Zyerha C. Williams Bus Attendant $10.75/hr. NOTE: The law on background checks requires clearance prior to any employment
becoming final
16. Extracurricular:
A. Half Year Extracurricular Fall Recommendations and Payments Updates and
Additions (2017-2018):
Christopher Burton IN S.O.A.R. $110.76
Ginger DeBoard IN S.O.A.R. $110.76
Athena Miller IN S.O.A.R. $110.76
Kelly Zuzic IN S.O.A.R. $110.76
Kathleen Simons HSN Spanish Club Advisor $180.11
Ann Gural HSN Spanish Club Advisor $180.11
Kathryn Defino HSS TEAM $1,750
B. Winter Coaching Recommendations & Payments:
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Joseph Chiarello* HSE Assistant Boys’ Track $3,921, Step 3
Michele Lloyd HSS Assistant Girls’ Track $3,921, Step 3
Mark Nigro* HSE Assistant Girls’ Track Volunteer
*on Approved Sub List
C. Winter 2017 Coaching Resignation:
Emanuel Mayers HSN Assistant Boys’ Track -$3,400
Joseph Schafer HSS Head Boys’ Track -$5,847
D. Winter 2017 Coaching Changes:
From: To:
Michael J. Barrett HSN Volunteer HSN Assistant
Assistant Boys’ Boys’ Track,
Track $5,228, Step 3
Sean Meloney HSS Assistant Boys’ HSS Head Boys’
Track Track
+$4,244
E. School Musical Recommendations and Payments Corrections:
From: To: Salary
HSE Pit Orchestra Kristen DeLucci Josh Melson $480
F. Winter Extracurricular Recommendations & Payments:
Teresa A. Galler IE Ski Club $664.56
Christine Morsch IE Ski Club $456.36
G. Spring Coaching Recommendations & Payments: (Attached)
High Schools East, North & South
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Intermediate Schools East, North & South
H. Spring Half-Year Extracurricular Recommendations & Payments:
(Attached)
High Schools East, North & South
Intermediate Schools East, North & South
17. Off Payroll Report (Attached)
18. Substitute Nurses/Athletic Trainer/Secretaries (Attached)
NOTE: The law on background checks requires ultimate clearance prior to any
employment becoming final
19. Substitute and Hourly Rate Sheet Effective 1/22/2018 - 6/30/2018: (Attached)
CERTIFICATED STAFF 20:
20. Recommended Leave of Absence Requests:
A. Employee #13683 Family 1/2/2018 - 1/31/2018
CG+ Media/Technology
B. Employee #12813 Family 1/11/2018 - 1/12/2018
SB+ Interpreter 2/1/2018 - 2/2/2018
2/22/2018 - 2/23/2018
SUPPORT STAFF 21:
21. Transportation Department:
A. Recommended for placement on the substitute list effective 12/21/2017:
Position Rate:
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Amy Ivers Bus Driver $20.00/hr.
22. Extracurricular:
A. Winter Extracurricular Recommendations & Payments – REVISED*:
Teresa A. Galler IE Ski Club $684.54*
On roll call the following vote:
Ayes: Bell, Corby, Esparza, Leonard, Nardini, Onofrietti, Raimann, Torrone, Giovine
Noes: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM AGENDA + ADDENDUM
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS ITEMS 1-11
A motion was made by Mr. Nardini, seconded by Mrs. Esparza and carried that the
following resolution be approved:
1. Application for Reimbursement of Professional Graduate Courses (Attached)
2. Donations:
A. Recommend the attached be accepted with thanks.
3. Educational Activity Requests (Attached)
4. Graduate Reimbursement (Attached)
5. Homebound Instruction (Attached)
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6. Recommended Professional Leave Requests (Attached)
7. Student Services:
A. Out-of-District Day Placement Requests (Attached)
B. Tuition Pupils Received Requests (Attached)
C. Tuition Pupils Sent Requests (Attached)
D. Settlement Agreements: Student ID #56876; ID #56033; ID #49551
8. Student HIB Appeals - ID #46204 (on hold)
9. Homeschooling Requests (Attached)
10. Recommended Professional Leave Requests (Attached)
11. Student Services:
A. Tuition Pupils Received Requests (Attached)
B. Tuition Pupils Sent Requests (Attached)
On roll call the following vote:
Ayes: Bell, Corby, Esparza, Leonard, Nardini, Onofrietti, Raimann, Torrone, Giovine
Noes: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
OLD BUSINESS & NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Giovine discussed the RWJBarnabas Health effective date.
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Mr. Raimann thanked our departing Board members and discussed the Safety & Security
plan.
Mr. Corby discussed the passing Mr. Smithhour a previous Principal at Pine Beach and
thanked our departing Board members.
Mr. Onofrietti discussed his service on the board.
Mr. Leonard thanked our departing Board members.
Mrs. Torrone thanked our Administrative Staff and wished the best to our new Board
members.
Mr. Nardini thanked our departing Board members.
INQUIRIES FROM GUESTS AND PRESS (limited to 5 minutes as per
Board Policy # 0167 – Public Participation in Board Meetings)
Ms. Whittaker discussed an email sent to Administration and the Board regarding her
sons’ education and the lunch program.
Ms. Krill introduced herself as the President of Toms River Schools Special Education
Parent Group.
Mr. Becker discussed Mr. John Coleman’s retirement, thanked him for his dedication and
thanked the departing Board members.
Ms. Woods discussed the playground and gate for the special education children.
Ms. Sirilla discussed the lack of items for special education children, IEP compliance and
privacy issues for special education children.
Mr. Kasper thanked the departing Board members.
Ms. Polozzo thanked the departing Board members, new breakfast program at the high
schools; intermediate schools lunch on half days and hope the special education parents
are heard.
Ms. Moore discussed the safety of her son as a walker on Bay Avenue and would like to
discuss bus transportation.
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Ms. Gorey discussed harassment issues within the middle school and high schools, an
issue with daughter and would like to discuss how to address.
Mr. Galante discussed the audit and roll of the Board Attorney.
EXECUTIVE SESSION RESOLUTION- 10:24 P.M.
A motion was made by Mr. Nardini, seconded by Mrs. Esparza and carried that the
following Executive Session Resolution be approved:
Resolved, that the Board of Education, at this time, move to a closed session to be
held at the executive session meeting room at Toms River High School North, Toms
River, New Jersey, for the purpose of:
Executive Session Resolution To include –General Relations; Board Member
Ethics Training; Re-Organization Meeting Legal Representation; Board Member
Leave of Absence; Other. Subject to change.
as outlined under the Open public Meetings Act.
All members present voting Aye.
RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION – 11:21 P.M.
A motion was made by Mr. Onofrietti, seconded by Mr. Leonard and carried that
the Board return to Regular Session at 11:21 P.M.
All members present voting Aye.
A motion was made by Mr. Giovine, seconded by Mrs. Torrone and carried that
the meeting be adjourned at 11:22 P.M.
All members present voting Aye.
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Wendy L. Saxton, Board Secretary