A. Convene Meeting. B. Presentations/Discussions

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1 A. Convene Meeting Ms. Rufo convened the meeting at 7:04pm with the Pledge of Allegiance. At the conclusion of the Pledge, a PVHS student, Sofia France, provided a beautiful rendition of the Star Spangled Banner. Members Present: Jeanine Rufo, President Valerie Fitzgerald, Vice President Guy Cohen, Trustee Ralph Smith, Trustee David Spittal, Trustee Administrators Attending: Vincent Burruano, High School Principal Edward Hallisey, Middle School Principal Natalie Doherty, Director of Pupil Personnel Services Ronnie Stowell, Interim Asst. Supt. for Finance Martin Nemecek, Director of Physical Education and Athletics Others Present: Laura Ahmataj, Student Representative to the Board Alexandra Mazza, Student Representative to the Board Maureen Bellino, District Clerk Daniel Mahoney, Meeting Videographer Approximately 50members of staff and the public. B. Presentations/Discussions Pride In Putnam Valley: Dr. Wills presented Pride In Putnam Valley to the ten High School musicians who represented Putnam Valley at the 2013 Area All State Music Festival (Patrick O'Gradyalto saxophone; Eve O'Brien-soprano; Sam Alper-Trumpet, Sarah Scocozza-euphonium, Zach Faber Manning-trumpet, Denis McNamara-tenor, Sara Donnelly-soprano, Amelia Spittal-soprano, Samantha Cunningham-soprano, Sophia France-soprano and Sophia France-soprano. Dr. Wills also acknowledged the teachers who work with the students, Mr. Ryan Odell and Ms. Johna Rae Kesten. Dr. Wills also presented Pride In Putnam Valley to High School student Bridget Cassidy, noting that she was representing all the students who provided tremendous work and help at the Putnam Valley Music Association staff variety show fundraiser.

2 High School A Cappella Club: A High School music teacher, Ms. Johna Rae Kesten, provided information about a new club, an A Cappella club, which she is hoping to establish at the High School. She noted that over 35 students showed their interest in participating by coming to an introductory meeting. She noted that she plans to have the students perform at various community events throughout the school year. She thanked the Board for the opportunity to provide this new club offering to the students at the High School. Cheerleading Team Trip: The varsity cheerleading coach, Ariana Amin, provided information to the Board about an overnight trip that she is requesting approval for to allow her cheerleaders to compete at a competition in Orlando, Florida. (Presentation attached to the official minutes of this meeting.) Ms. Rufo noted that she thinks the trip will be a wonderful experience and opportunity for the students. Dr. Wills noted that it is a trip they will always remember. Mr. Smith asked how many cheerleaders would be attending. Ms. Amin noted that 15 cheerleaders would be attending and that there are two cheerleaders who have a conflict with the dates and cannot attend. One of the student reps, Alexandra Mazza, noted that Coaches Amin and Albano are wonderful women and that the team performing in a tournament of this caliber is a way for the team to make a name for themselves on level outside of the local area. Fall Athletic Season-Martin Nemecek: Mr. Nemecek, Director of Athletics and Physical Education, provided a brief overview of the fall 2013 season noting team accomplishments in each sport as well as accomplishments for individual athletes. He noted that 404 athletes signed up in the spring to participate on the fall teams and that 293 athletes actually participated in the fall programs and that five of the ten fall teams participated in sectionals. Mr. Nemecek also recognized Coach Craig Glenn for being named the "Coach of the Year" award for boys' soccer. He also noted that eight of the ten fall teams would be added to the Scholar Athlete Team banners that are on display in the gymnasium. Mr. Nemecek noted he commended those student athletes for their success in the classroom and in their sporting endeavors. Mr. Nemecek thanked the athletic department secretary, Mrs. Johnson, and the volunteer videographer, Tom Hirsch, for all their hard work noting they both do an outstanding job. Mr. Nemecek commended Coach Amin on providing the opportunity for the cheerleading team to participate in a tournament that will be very worthwhile. High School Testing Results--Vincent Burruano, Principal: Mr. Burruano gave a presentation on student testing performance at the High School using performance trend data from 2005 through June 2013 on Regents, Advanced Placement and SAT testing. The student reps noted that they found the SAT type prep class in Math and English that was offered at the High School as a class for students was extremely helpful. They noted that Mr. Baker ran the math class and Ms. Penta ran the

3 English portion. Mr. Burruano also explained how the High School was meeting student needs in preparing them for success on the various assessments. Dr. Wills noted that she is impressed with all the serious efforts that are being made in academics across the District schools. At the High School, she noted she was pleased with the positive gains in the trend results and the higher expectations for students' performance. Ms. Rufo noted that student mastery, and not just passing, is what Putnam Valley expects and that mastery is a culture that is being expected by the community. (Presentation attached to the official minutes of this meeting) Response to Intervention/Academic Intervention Services Plan (AIS): Ms. Doherty noted that she began to work on an AIS (Academic Intervention Services) Plan this year. She noted that the District is required to update their plan every two years by the state. She noted the different aspects of the proposed plan by grade level. Ms. Fitzgerald asked for an explanation of the different services at each school. Mr. Burruano provided some options that are available at the High School in the area of math, which include a math lab for additional help. Mr. Hallisey noted that the AIS program at the Middle School is done in the 9th period of the day so as not to interrupt the core classes. (AIS plan attached to the official minutes of this meeting.) 1st Reading of Revisions to Policy 0115-Student Harassment and Bullying Prevention and Intervention: Ms. Doherty explained the revisions to the existing Student Harassment and Bullying Prevention and Intervention, Policy 0115 especially language on cyberbullying. Ms. Doherty noted the areas that were being revised or removed. Dr. Wills noted that the building principals are to report monthly on any bullying incidents in their buildings. Ms. Rufo noted that the DASA coordinators are the assistant principals in each of the buildings. Mr. Cohen noted that the Board was cleaning up the words in the documents especially related to items dealing with cyberbullying. The other area of change noted by Ms. Doherty was in the area of any hearings by the Board on bullying incidents. C. Reports Superintendent's Report: Dr. Wills thanked Mr. Glenn and Ms. Peppard for their work in their classroom with their students in creating opportunities for their students to interact with students in the general population especially the Thanksgiving Feast that was held in conjunction with the Friends' Network club that had recently received Board recognition as an official club at the High School. Dr. Wills also noted that responses were needed for the technology survey that had been sent to all parents and students in the district. She urged all to answer the survey and she was hoping for helpful results. Dr. Wills urged the community to attend a performance this weekend of the High School show, Twelve Angry Jurors. She noted the hard work done by students prior to and behind the scenes as well as the

4 actors on the stage and that the students deserve a "house" to perform to. She noted the continuing support of the teachers in their common core work and that there are three new National Board Certified teachers on staff: Michelle Dugal, Jason Horr and Jerry Zupan. These teachers join the five other Putnam Valley teachers who have already received this designation (Bob Baker-HS math, William Scampoli-HSsocial studies, Phyllis Conlin-MS math, Sean Gilroy-HS social studies, and Melissa Rossano-HS math). Dr. Wills noted that this certification notes a very high level of skill for the teachers that are recognized and that she met with all of them recently to celebrate this accomplishment. She reported on the Common Core meeting that was held on November 20 for parents by administrators and District teachers to experience the engaging lessons that are part of the common core work at the Putnam Valley schools. Dr Wills noted that Putnam Valley would not have to participate in the sharing of data with the state since the District did not accept any Race To The Top funds. Dr. Wills wished all a wonderful holiday season filled with blessings. Student Representatives' Report: The student reps reported the upcoming events in the buildings. They also noted that the Elementary School is closed on Friday, December 13, for parent/teacher conferences and that December 13 is also the midpoint for the 2nd quarter. They wished everyone a very happy holiday season. PTA/PTSA Representatives' Report: There were no reports from the PTA or the PTSA. Ms. Rufo thanked the PTSA for their work in putting together the auction event. Mr. Cohen reminded all that December 13 is the PTSA Barnes & Noble fundraiser. D. Public Comment on Agenda Items Ms. Jeannie Denike noted that there are pictures on the District website of the Thanksgiving event sponsored by the High School club, the Friends' Network, that Dr. Wills mentioned in her report. Mr. Ferraro asked about the posting of the AIS plan on the District website. He also noted that a presentation with regard to how the Putnam Valley School district's test scores compare to other area districts would be information that community members find worthwhile.

5 E. New Business/Action Items 1. Accept Resignation Resolved, to accept the resignation of Margherita Ruggiero, for the purpose of retirement, from the effective June 30, 2014 as per Doc. #69/14 attached to the agenda and official minutes of this meeting. Motion by Valerie Fitzgerald, second by Ralph Smith. 2. Accept Donation Resolved, to accept a generous donation to the in the amount of $500 from Mr. Jerry Flory, owner of the Mobil-On-the-Run gas station located at 157 Bryant Pond Road, Putnam Valley, New York, through the Warex Terminals Corp. Motion by Ralph Smith, second by David Spittal. 3. Budget Transfer and Service Addition to SRO Contract Resolved, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to transfer $25,500 from Budget Code A to Budget code A in order to cover the cost of the Student Resource Officer (SRO) for the school year for traffic detail at the Putnam Valley Elementary School; and further resolve, to approve this increase in the District contract with Putnam County for providing the services of an SRO, which was approved at the Business Meeting of September 26, 2013 as per Doc. #45/14. Motion by David Spittal, second by Guy Cohen. 4. Approve Certification of Lead Evaluators for Classroom Teachers & Building Principals BE IT RESOLVED that pursuant to the requirements of Education Law Section 3012-c and Part of the Regents Rules, the following persons, having completed all of the required training to be certified by this, as Lead Evaluators for classroom teachers and building principals for the school year: For Classroom Teachers: Natalie Doherty, Vincent Burruano, Margaret Podesta, Edward Hallisey, Sam Oliverio, Patricia Murray & Michael Hanna, and for Building Principals: Dr. Frances Wills

6 Motion by Guy Cohen, second by Valerie Fitzgerald. 5. Approve Agreement Mr. Cohen noted that The Bank Street College is overseeing two of our teachers acting as interns and they are paying us money to support this endeavor. Resolved, to approve and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to sign, an agreement for services between The Bank Street College of Education and the Putnam Valley Central School District as per Doc. #71/14 attached to the agenda and official minutes of this meeting. Motion by Valerie Fitzgerald, second by Ralph Smith. 6. Accept Resignation Resolved, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the resignation of Gloria Salaun, for the purpose of retirement, from the Putnam Valley Central School District effective the close of business on June 30, 2014 as per Doc. #72/14 attached to the agenda and official minutes of this meeting. Motion by Ralph Smith, second by David Spittal. 7. Approve Agreement Resolved, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve and authorize the Interim Asst. Supt. of Finance to sign, a lease agreement with Pitney Bowes for the District's postal machines as per Doc. #73/14 attached to the agenda and official minutes of this meeting. Motion by David Spittal, second by Guy Cohen.

7 8. Approve 1st Reading of Revisions to Policy 0115-Student Harassment & Bullying Prevention & Intervention Resolved, to approve the first reading of the revised policy No. 0115, Student Harassment & Bullying Prevention and Intervention as per Doc. #74/14 with the document language amended to remove the paragraph related to the district task force. Motion by Guy Cohen, second by Valerie Fitzgerald. 9. Approve Response to Intervention/Academic Intervention Services Plan (AIS) Resolved, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the Response to Intervention/Academic Intervention Services Plan as per Doc. #75/14 attached to the agenda and official minutes of this meeting. Motion by Valerie Fitzgerald, second by Ralph Smith. F. Consent Agenda Action (Consent): 1. Approve Consent Agenda Items 2-16 Mr. Cohen noted the items that are included in the consent agenda. Resolved, to approve Items 2-16 as appears within the Consent Agenda section of this meeting. Motion by Ralph Smith, second by David Spittal. Action (Consent): 2. Approve Resolved, to approve minutes for the Business Meeting of November 14, Action (Consent): 3. Appoint Audit Committee Member Resolved, to appoint Marianne Gribbon to the Audit Committee for the school year. Action (Consent): 4. Approve Fundraiser Resolved, to approve the Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser for the American Heart Association at the Elementary School during the school year.

8 Action (Consent): 5. Accept Rebate Check for AP Coordinator Resolved, to accept a rebate check in the amount of $250 from the College Board to compensate the District for the services of the High School's Advanced Placement (AP) testing coordinator. Action (Consent): 6. Approve CSE/CPSE Placements Resolved, to make CSE/CPSE placements as per Doc. #70/14 attached to the agenda and official minutes of this meeting. Action (Consent): 7. Amend FMLA Request Resolved, upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to amend the FMLA request from Kathy Hill (approved at the 10/24/13 Business Meeting) as follows: FMLA begins March 10, 2014 through May 30, 2014 with no pay beginning on April 28, Action (Consent): 8. Approve FMLA Request Resolved, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve a Family Leave Request for Kelli DiBattista from September 23, 2013 through June 30, 2014 with FMLA beginning on September 23, 2013 through December 15, 2013 (the no pay period will be approved at a future Board meeting). Action (Consent): 9. Amend FMLA Request Resolved, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to amend the family leave request previously approved (approved at the 8/29/13 Business Meeting) for Jamie Martino as follows: FMLA beginning on September 4, 2013 through November 26, 2013 with no pay beginning on October 21, Action (Consent): 10. Amend FMLA Request Resolved, to amend the Family Leave Request for Marissa Tarkington (approved at the 8/29/13 Business Meeting) as follows: approve 12 weeks of FMLA from October 4, 2013 through January 13, 2014 with no pay beginning on January 10, Action (Consent): 11. Approve Overnight Cheerleading Team Trip Resolved, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve an overnight trip for the High School varsity cheerleading team from February 28 through March 3, 2014 to Orlando, Florida to compete in the Contest of Champions. Action (Consent): 12. Approve Overnight Wrestling Team Trip Resolved, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve an overnight trip for the High School wrestling team from December 21 through December 22, 2013 to participate in a wrestling tournament in Center Moriches, New York.

9 Action (Consent): 13. Appoint Cheerleading Coaches Resolved, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to appoint Victoria Adams as the Head Junior Varsity coach at the step-1 stipend of $5,153 from the PVFT coaching schedule and Regina Albano as the modified cheerleading coach at the step-5 stipend of $4,730 from the PVFT coaching schedule. Action (Consent): 14. Appoint Long-term Substitute Resolved, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to appoint Ellen B. Rosenshein as a long- term substitute as an Earth Science teacher at the Middle School effective December 4, 2013 through approximately February 12, 2014 (or sooner at the discretion of the ) at the daily substitute teacher rate of pay. Action (Consent): 15. Approve High School Club and Advisor Resolved, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve an A Cappella Club at the High School for the school year and appoint Johna Rae Kesten as the advisor at the rate of pay of $44.70 per hour- - not to exceed 30 hours in total. Action (Consent): 16. Approve Additions to the Substitute Listing Resolved, upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the following individuals as additions to the substitute listing for the District: Long, Christine; Diorio, Danielle; Delvino, Tinamarie; Munoz, Michele and Silva- Lepe, Kim. G. Public Comment Ms. Rufo asked for public comments on any topic. There were no comments from the public. Mr. Cohen noted that the Holiday Read at the Elementary School might need to be rescheduled from the upcoming Saturday due to the anticipated bad weather. Mr. Spittal asked about the schedule for the High School show on Sunday, December 15. It was noted that the 2pm matinee would be cancelled along with the Saturday evening show and that the performances would be rescheduled to Sunday evening at 7pm. There were no other comments. At 8:38pm, Ms. Rufo asked for a motion to enter into an Executive Session for a matter of collective negotiations pursuant to Article 14 of the Civil Service Law (the Taylor Law). Ms. Rufo noted that there would be no business conducted after the Executive Session.

10 H. Proposed Executive Session Joining the Board in the Executive Session were Dr. Fran Wills, Ronnie Stowell and District legal counsel, David Shaw. Resolved, to convene an Executive Session. Motion by Guy Cohen, second by Valerie Fitzgerald. The Executive Session was adjourned at 9:52pm. Resolved, to adjourn an Executive Session. Motion by Guy Cohen, second by Jeanine Rufo. I. Adjourn Meeting There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:52pm. Resolved, to adjourn the meeting. Motion by Guy Cohen, second by Jeanine Rufo. Submitted by: Maureen Bellino District Clerk