Cohoes City School District
Board of Education Business Meeting
August 30, 2023, 6pm
Cohoes Middle School Library
(The Board of Education may entertain a motion to enter into an executive session subject to Board approval.)
MINUTES
The Meeting was called to Order by the President, Mrs. Carey at 6:02 pm.
I. ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Mrs. Giller
- Mr. Jackson – excused
- Mrs. Snyder
- Mrs. Gendron
- Mrs. Paradis
- Mr. Jarosz
- Mrs. Carey
Also Present:
- Ms. Peggy O’Shea, Superintendent of Schools
- Mr. Dan Martinelli, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services
- Mrs. Stacy Mackey, School Business Official
II. DISTRICT REPORT
Superintendent Reports – Ms. O’Shea
Fall Sports Update – Mr. Huneau, athletic director, gave an overview of the current participation numbers for fall sports. Unfortunately, the participation for Cross Country is too low to run a team. Mrs. Giller asked if there was a possibility of a merger with another school/team. Mr. Huneau indicated that he had been in contact with Section 2 and the Colonial Council and mergers were due in April of the preceding year. Mr. Huneau made it clear that we are not cutting the team, we are not able to run the team this year. Mrs. Paradis asked if all students were made aware of practices, Mr. Huneau shared that messages are sent via ParentSquare and Schoology. Mrs. Carey suggested that Mr. Huneau keep an eye on the numbers and the structure could be revisited during budget season. On behalf of the board she thanked Mr. Huneau for all of his efforts.
Universal Pre-Kindergarten – Mrs. DeChiaro shared information regarding our grant-funded Universal Pre-Kindergarten programs. As part of a collaboration with the Boys’ and Girls’ Club, there are currently 3 three-year old classrooms and 5 four-year old classrooms. For the 2023-2024 school year, the district will also partner with Achievements to provide an integrated classroom in one of the four (4) year old rooms housed at Abram Lansing School. Mrs. DeChiaro reviewed the registration process, the lottery (if necessary) and current enrollment. She shared information regarding screening, curriculum and instruction and the program’s participation in Quality Stars, which in addition to being a rating system provides pre-K staff with support, professional development, materials and supplies.
Mrs. Giller asked if pre -K staff were included in our district level training and Mrs. DeChiaro indicated that they are as appropriate. Mrs. Carey thanked Mrs. DeChiaro for her enthusiasm and dedication to the program.
Opening of School Update
Building and Grounds – Jim Stapleton, director of facilities shared an update on phase 1 of the construction project. The Abram Lansing School roof is complete. Harmony Hill playground had a slight delay due to rain and should be completed by the first day of school. Van Schaick playground experienced a delay in shipment and should be completed by the week of September 11, 2023. Mr. Stapleton also provided a status update on building and grounds for opening day and thanked his staff for their hard work and dedication.
Enrollment – Ms. O’Shea shared elementary and sixth grade enrollment as of August 28, 2023. She will update the board again at the beginning of the school year. Mrs. Giller asked for a comparison to last year’s numbers in the update.
Technology – Mr. Martinelli updated the board on the status of Chromebooks and carts. Sixth grade students will be getting new Chromebooks and the cyclic rotation will continue. View sonic display boards have been delivered and installed. I-pads have been ordered for our ELL and special education students and our New Professionals’ received new chrome books today.
Synergy – Mr. Martinelli shared an overview of Synergy, our new learning management system that will be replacing School Tools and Schoology. He shared a parent view and student view and discussed some of the many items that can be accessed through the program. Mr. Martinelli also highlighted the meetings that occurred as part of the rollout and the professional development activities to date. He shared that there is still more work to be done, but felt we are off to a great start. Mrs. Snyder thanked Mr. Martinelli and the team for releasing sixth grade schedules online this year.
Ms. O’Shea also gave a brief hiring update.
III. BOARD OF EDUCATION DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS
Mrs. Gendron noticed there was still a vacancy for the Class Advisor for 2026. Ms. O’Shea stated that CHS Principal Mrs. Tarlo had plans to canvas the staff upon their return.
IV. COMMUNITY DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS
V. OLD BUSINESS
Ms. O’Shea discussed professional development for the Board of Education members. She stated the Capital Region BOCES Superintendent Lauren Gemmill is available to attend the October 11, 2023 board meeting to provide a workshop. Ms. O’Shea asked the board members if they were in agreement. The Board wishes to have a brief meeting agenda and have Ms. Gemmill present.
VI. REPORT FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
A. THAT the Board of Education amend item VI (B-2) of the July 5, 2023 Reorganizational Meeting agenda as follows:
B. THAT the Board of Education designates the following dates for the regular monthly meetings of the Board of Education for the 2023-24 school year at 6:00 PM in the Cohoes Middle School Library.
| July 5, 2023
August 9 & 30, 2023 September 13 & 27, 2023 October 11 & 25, 2023 November 8 & 29, 2023 December 13, 2023 |
January 10 & 31, 2024
February 14 & 28, 2024 March 13 & 27, 2024 April 10 & 24, 2024 May 1 & 15, 2024 May 22, 2024 June 12, 2024 |
B. THAT the Board of Education accepts the Minutes of the Board of Education meeting on August 9, 2023
C. THAT the Board of Education accepts the minutes for the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Pre-School Special Education for the following dates: 3/28/23, 3/30/23, 4/19/23, 4/20/23, 4/24/23, 4/25/23, 4/27/23, 5/1/23, 5/2/23, 5/3/23, 5/4/23, 5/5/23, 5/8/23, 5/9/23, 5/10/23, 5/11/23, 5/12/23, 5/15/23, 5/16/23, 5/18/23, 5/19/23, 5/22/23, 5/24/25, 5/25/23, 5/31/23, 6/1/23, 6/5/23, 6/6/23, 6/7/23, 6/8/23, 6/9/23, 6/12/23, 6/13/23, 6/14/23, 6/20/23, 7/5/23, 7/21/23, 7/24/23, 8/10/23, 8/17/23, 8/21/23.
D. THAT the Board of Education approves the 2023-2024 Tax Warrant in the amount of $17,927,268.
E. THAT the Board of Education approves the 2023-2024 Building Level Emergency Response Plans for Cohoes High School, Cohoes Middle School, Abram Lansing Elementary School, Harmony Hill School and Van Schaick Grade School
F. THAT the Board of Education accepts the Universal Pre-Kindergarten and State Funded Pre-Kindergarten Plan for the 2023-2024 school year.
G. THAT the Board of Education approves the final contract for the 2022-2023 school year with Capital Region Board of Cooperative Education Services (BOCES) in the amount of $4,700,098.29
H. THAT the Board of Education approves the preliminary contract for the 2023-2024 school year with Capital Region Board of Cooperative Education Services (BOCES) in the amount of $4,126,436.31
I. THAT the Board of Education approves a contract dated August 10, 2021 with Catherine’s Center for Children R & E May School, 30 North Main Avenue, Albany, New York for special education services for the period of September 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 at the current tuition rate of $4,094.10 per student, per month, for a ten (10) month period (school year) in accordance with the terms and conditions herein. This rate is subject to changed based on NYSED finalized rates.
J. THAT the Board of Education approves the agreement dated July 26, 2023 between the Cohoes City School District and Vanderheyden, located at P.O. Box 219, Wynantskill, New York for special education services for the period of September 6, 2023 through June 26, 2024 at a rate of $53,532 in accordance with the terms and conditions herein. This rate is subject to change based on NYSED finalized rates.
K. THAT the Board of Education approves the agreement dated August 7, 2023 between the Cohoes City School District and Expressive Journeys, LLC, located at 2001 Tina Court, Schenectady, NY for music therapy services for the period of September 1, 2023 through June 26, 2024 in accordance with the terms and conditions herein.
L. THAT the Board of Education approves the extension of the following transportation contracts with a contractual increase equal to the May 2023 CPI of 3.5%
Star & Strand Transportation, Inc.
Contract E251274 – Annual Contract $449,392
Contract E251278 – Annual Contract $384,669
Contract E261172 – Trip: $166.23, Aide: $94.31
M. THAT the Board of Education established the following prices for meals for the 2023-2024 school year:
Food Service Pricing
Breakfast Prices
Student full price (1st reimbursable meal is CEP): $2.00
Adult price (sales tax to be added): $3.00
Lunch Prices
Student full price (1st reimbursable meal is CEP): $2.50
Adult price (sales tax to be added): $5.50
VII. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT – PERSONNEL
INSTRUCTIONAL
A. THAT the Board of Education amend item VII (K) of the June 21, 2023 Meeting agenda as follows:
THAT the Board of Education approve the following as substitute teachers for the Elementary Summer Success Program (grant funded) during the 2023-2024 school year:
Elementary Summer Success
- Kimberly Whalen
- Gina Martini
- Ellen McGeorge
- Holly Scensny
- Francesca Capecelatro
- Danielle Halpin
- Robert Keith
- Katrina Keith
- Carrie Bennett
- Bonnie-Jo Bellville
- Irlene Mayo
- Megan Cherubino
- Michelle Michaud
- Sabrina NotiB. THAT the Board of Education amend item VI (19) of the July 5, 2023 Reorganizational Meeting agenda as follows:
THAT the Board of Education appoints Heather Bradt, Deanna Kelly, Cliff Bird, Mark Perry and Jacqueline DeChiaro as the Dignity Act Coordinators for the 2023-24 school year at no additional compensation.
C. THAT the Board of Education amend Item VI (N) of the July 5, 2023 Business Meeting as follows:
THAT the Board of Education appoint the following individuals to the District Wide Safety Team for the 2023-2024 school year;
- Peggy O’Shea, Superintendent
- Dan Martinelli, Assistant Superintendent
- Stacy Mackey, School Business Official
- Erin Hill, Director of Special Programs
- James Stapleton, Director of Facilities
- Raychel Marcil, Director of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
- Laura Tarlo, Principal – Cohoes High School
- Heather Bradt, Assistant Principal – Cohoes High School
- Jeff Huneau – Cohoes High School Athletic Director/Dean
- Michael Kloczko – Cohoes High School Science Teacher
- Samantha McCullough, School Nurse – Cohoes High School
- Drew Rentz, School Safety Officer – Cohoes High School
- Kyle McFarland, Principal – Cohoes Middle School
- Deanna Kelly, Assistant Principal – Cohoes Middle School
- Courtney Valente – Cohoes Middle School Teacher
- Stacey Nolan, Senior Typist – Cohoes Middle School
- Mark Perry, Principal – Harmony Hill School
- Laura Gerhard, School Psychologist – Harmony Hill School
- Lisa LeBlanc, School Nurse – Harmony Hill School
- Cliff Bird, Principal – Abram Lansing Elementary School
- Christina Kellar, Teacher – Abram Lansing Elementary School
- Sandra Kipp, School Nurse – Abram Lansing Elementary School
- Jacqueline DeChiaro, Principal – Van Schaick Grade School
- Amanda Dorr, Teacher – Van Schaick Grade School
- Russ Grestini – Buildings/Grounds/Maintenance
- Kaylin Dawson – Parent Representative
- Cohoes Board of Education members
- BOCES Communications
- BOCES Safety Consultant
D. THAT the Board of Education amend item VII (R) of the July 5, 2023 Business Meeting agenda as follows:
THAT the Board of Education appoints the following individuals to the Building Leadership Teams listed below for the 2023-2024 school year:
| Abram Lansing Elementary School
Christina Kellar Sue Keough Melissa Lowden Bridget Quinlan Brittany Whitford Carole Blide (CSEA) Cliff Bird |
Cohoes Middle School
Elaine Flatow Andee Bartholomew Lindsay Fontaine Melissa Benoit John Dundon Stacey Nolan (CSEA) Deanna Kelly Kyle McFarland |
| Harmony Hill School
Mary Beth Cepiel Christine Guarnieri Catherine Lamina Sarah Adkins Jenna Howe Stacy Smith-Bold (CSEA) Mark Perry
|
Cohoes High School
Terrin Griffin Kerry Bottenfield Alicia Ozols Virginia Jackson Sean Dollard Carolyn Tetrault (CSEA) Heather Bradt (Assistant Principal) Laura Tarlo
|
| Van Schaick Grade School
Bonnie Bellville Carrie Bennett Katrina Keith Amber DellaRocco Amanda Dorr Pam Krupski (CSEA) Jacqueline DeChiaro |
E. THAT the Board of Education amend item VII (U) of the July 5, 2023 Business Meeting agenda as follows:
THAT the Board of Education appoint Lisa LeBlanc to perform work not to exceed 25 30 hours for athletics during the summer of 2023.
F. THAT the Board of Education amend item VII (O) of the August 9, 2023 Meeting agenda as follows:
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District appoints Jason Breh to a four three – year probationary term in the tenure area of Art, effective September 1, 2023 and expiring on August 31, 2027 August 31, 2026. Mr. Breh holds Permanent Certification in the area of Art.
Jason Breh
- Position: 1.0 FTE Art Teacher (AL/HH)
- Certification: Art
- Tenure Area: Art
- Effective Date: September 1, 2023
- Tenure Date: August 31, 2027 August 31, 2026
- Salary: Step 10 of the current CTA contract
G. THAT the Board of Education approve Christina Kellar for summer work as Abram Lansing Intervention Specialist at her daily rate, not to exceed five (5) days for the 2023-2024 school year (grant funded).
H. THAT the Board of Education approves a salary increase due to additional teaching assignments for the following individuals for the 2023-2024 school year:
- Colleen Duff – 0.3 FTE as per CTA contract – Science (1.3 FTE total)
- William Sheldon – 0.2 FTE as per CTA contract – Science (1.2 FTE total)
- Brenda Geis – 0.2 FTE as per CTA contract –Science (1.2 FTE total)
- Emily Dundon – 0.3 FTE as per CTA contract –Science (1.3 FTE total)
Effective: September 1, 2023 through October 26, 2023
I. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District appoints Marilyn Barton to a four – year probationary term in the tenure area of Special Education, effective September 20, 2023 and expiring on September 19, 2027. Barton holds Permanent Certification in the areas of Special Education and Pre-Kindergarten and Grades 1-6.
Marilyn Barton
- Position: 1.0 FTE Special Education (CHS)
- Certification: Special Education and Pre-Kindergarten and Grades 1-6
- Tenure Area: Special Education
- Effective Date: September 20, 2023
- Tenure Date: September 19, 2027
- Salary: Step 8 of the current CTA contract
J. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District appoints Allyson Gurwitz to a four – year probationary term in the tenure area of Elementary, effective September 1, 2023 and expiring on August 31, 2027. Gurwitz holds Initial Certification in the area of Childhood Education (Grades 1-6).
Allyson Gurwitz
- Position: 1.0 FTE Elementary (ALS)
- Certification: Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
- Tenure Area: Elementary
- Effective Date: September 1, 2023
- Tenure Date: August 31, 2027
- Salary: Step 1 of the current CTA contract
K. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District appoints the following individual as a Long-Term Substitute Teacher.
Lisa Foster
- Position: Long-Term Substitute Science Teacher (CMS)
- Tenure Area: Science
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023 through June 30, 2024
- Salary: Step 1 of the current CTA contract
L. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District appoints the following individual as a Long-Term Substitute Teacher.
Sylvia Giroux
- Position: Long-Term Substitute Teaching Assistant (HH)
- Tenure Area: Teaching Assistant
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023 through December 20, 2023
- Salary: As per the current CTA contract, Teacher Assistant with teacher certification Salary ScheduleM. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District appoints Timothy Cary to a four – year probationary term in the tenure area of Teaching Assistant, effective September 1, 2023 and expiring on August 31, 2027. Cary holds Initial Certification in English Language Arts 5-6 and English Language Arts 7-12.
Timothy Cary
- Position: 1.0 FTE Teaching Assistant (CMS)
- Certification: English Language Arts 5-6 and English Language Arts 7-12
- Tenure Area: Teaching Assistant
- Effective Date: September 1, 2023
- Tenure Date: August 31, 2027
- Salary: As per the current CTA contract Teacher Assistant Salary Schedule with teacher certification
N. THAT the Board of Education approves the unpaid leave of absence of Amber Gavitt from her Special Education Teacher position (Van Schaick Grade School) for the 2023-2024 school year for the purpose of childcare.
O. THAT the Board of Education appoint the following individuals as advisors to the clubs and activities listed for the 2023-2024 school year, contingent upon acceptable program enrollment:
| Clubs and Activities | Name | FTE |
| ACADEMIC RESOURCE CENTER (CHS) | Karin Lackmann | 1.0 |
| ACTIVITIES CLUB (CHS) | Sean Dollard | 1.0 |
| CHARACTER ED. CLUB(CHS) | Andrea VanDecar | 1.0 |
| CLASS ADVISOR – CLASS OF 2024 (CHS) | Alicia Ozols
Erin Abbott |
0.5
0.5 |
| CLASS ADVISOR – CLASS OF 2025 (CHS) | Caryn Dollard
Gabrielle White |
0.5
0.5 |
| CLASS ADVISOR – CLASS OF 2027 (CHS) | Kerry Bottenfield
Angela Tommasini |
0.5
0.5 |
| ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CLUB (CHS) | Michelle Cipriano | 1.0 |
| INTRAMURALS (CHS) | Andrea VanDecar | 1.0 |
| NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY(CHS) | John Ketchoyian | 1.0 |
| PLAY – ART DIRECTOR (CHS) | Rachel Bird | 1.0 |
| PLAY-DIRECTOR (CHS) | Christian Gunn | 1.0 |
| PLAY-TECHNICAL DIRECTOR (CHS) | Jakob Marer | 1.0 |
| PLAY – ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (CHS) | Tara Judd | 1.0 |
| SKI CLUB (CHS) | Karin Lackmann,
Gabrielle White |
0.5
0.5 |
| STUDENT COUNCIL (CHS) | Drake Galarneau
Angela Tommasini |
0.5
0.5 |
| UNIFIED SPORTS (COACH) (CHS) | Morgan Blizinski | 1.0 |
| YEARBOOK (CHS) | Scott Ciarlone
Caryn Dollard |
0.5
0.5 |
| INTRAMURALS (CMS) | Blain Goverski | 1.0 |
| “MAKE THE RIGHT MOVES” CLUB (CMS) | Sara Schwendinger | 1.0 |
| MUSIC CLUB (CMS) | Seth Warden | 1.0 |
| NATIONAL Jr. HONOR SOCIETY (CMS) | Fallon Jennings | 1.0 |
| ROBOTICS (CMS) | Colleen Duff | 1.0 |
| STUDENT COUNCIL | Jennifer Heeney | 1.0 |
| TECHNOLOGY CLUB | Brian Smith | 1.0 |
| 8TH GRADE PROMOTION/ ACTVITY | Fallon Jennings
Jill Havens |
0.5
0.5 |
| STUDENT COUNCIL (AL)
|
Susan Keough
Adrian Blackman |
0.5
0.5 |
| INTRAMURALS (AL) | Aaron Boudreau | 1.0 |
| STUDENT COUNCIL (VS) | Amanda Dorr | 1.0 |
| INTRAMURALS (VS) | Nick Izzo | 1.0 |
| STUDENT LEADERSHIP (HH) | Sharon Laughlin
Kiera Hovey |
0.5
0.5 |
| INTRAMURALS (HH) | Dan Van Dyck | 1.0 |
| ELEMENTARY MUSICAL – DIRECTOR | Christian Gunn | 1.0 |
| ELEMENTARY MUSICAL – ASSIST. DIRECTOR | Rachel Bird | 1.0 |
| ELEMENTARY MUSICAL – CHOREOGRAPHER | Tara Judd | 1.0 |
NON-INSTRUCTIONAL
P. THAT the Board of Education accept the resignation of Lisa Buck from her position as Teacher Aide (AL).
Effective: August 25, 2023
Q. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints Samantha Krill to the position of full-time Teacher Aide, subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a probationary appointment.
Samantha Krill
- Position: 1.0 FTE Teacher Aide (CMS)
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023
- Probation Period: March 4, 2024
- Salary: Entry-level per current CSEA contract
R. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints Daisy Gamache to the position of full-time Teacher Aide, subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a probationary appointment.
Daisy Gamache
- Position: 1.0 FTE Teacher Aide (HH)
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023
- Probation Period: March 4, 2024
- Salary: Entry-level per current CSEA contract
S. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints Linda Peterson to the position of full time Teacher Aide, subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a probationary appointment.
Linda Peterson
- Position: 1.0 FTE Teacher Aide (CMS)
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023
- Probation Period: March 4, 2024
- Salary; Entry-level per current CSEA contract
T. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints Wendy Rogosta to the position of full-time Teacher Aide, subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a probationary appointment.
Wendy Rogosta
- Position: 1.0 FTE Teacher Aide (CHS)
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023
- Probation Period: March 4, 2024
- Salary: Entry-level per current CSEA contract
U. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints Pamela Bertrand to the position of Part-Time Teacher Aide subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a temporary appointment.
Pamela Bertrand
- Position: Part-Time Teacher Aide (HH)
- Effective Date: September 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024
- Salary: $14.20 per hour
V. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints Marcia Meyers to the position of Part-Time Teacher Aide subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a temporary appointment.
Marcia Meyers
- Position: Part-Time Teacher Aide (HH)
- Effective Date: September 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024
- Salary: $14.20 per hour
ADDENDA
VI. REPORT FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
O. BE IT RESOLVED, THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby authorizes the settlement of the pending due process hearing request involving Student No. 17481552 based on the terms set forth in the proposed Stipulation of Settlement and hereby authorizes the Superintendent to execute said Stipulation of Settlement.
VII. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM SUPERINTENDENT – PERSONNEL
INSTRUCTIONAL
- THAT the Board of Education amend item VII (S) of July 5, 2023 Business meeting agenda as follow:
THAT the Board of Education appoints the following administrators as Lead Evaluators for the 2023-2024 school year;
| Peggy O’Shea | Lead Evaluator of Teachers & Administrators |
| Dan Martinelli | Lead Evaluator of Teachers & Administrators |
| Erin Hill | Lead Evaluator of Teachers |
| Karen Ronesi | Lead Evaluator of Teachers |
| Laura Tarlo | Lead Evaluator of Teachers |
| Heather Bradt | Lead Evaluator of Teachers |
| Kyle McFarland | Lead Evaluator of Teachers |
| Deanna Kelly | Lead Evaluator of Teachers |
| Cliff Bird | Lead Evaluator of Teachers |
| Mark Perry | Lead Evaluator of Teachers |
| Jacqueline DeChiaro | Lead Evaluator of Teachers |
| Raychel Marcil | Lead Evaluator of Teachers |
X. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District appoints the following individual as a Long-Term Substitute Teacher.
Carissa Zuk
- Position: Long-Term Substitute Elementary Teacher (HH)
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023 through June 30, 2024
- Salary: Step 1 of the current CTA contractY. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District appoints the following individual as a Long-Term Substitute Teaching Assistant (grant-funded).
Kyla Manny
- Position: Long-Term Substitute Teaching Assistant (AL)
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023 through June 30, 2024
- Salary: As per the current CTA contract, Teacher Assistant Salary Schedule with BA/BS (grant-funded)Z. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints and employs Susan Dion to a term position as a Remedial Reading Teacher for the maximum period September 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024, subject to earlier termination by the Board of Education. This is a term appointment and is not a probationary appointment. It is specifically acknowledged that Ms. Dion has agreed to waive any rights she may have to a probationary appointment and consideration for tenure and such agreement is evidenced by a writing signed by both parties.
Susan Dion
- Position: 1.0 FTE Reading (CMS)
- Salary: Step 10 of the current CTA contractAA. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District appoints Andrew Hines to a four – year probationary term in the tenure area of English, effective September 1, 2023 and expiring on August 31, 2027. Hines holds Initial Certification in the area of English Language Arts 7-12.
Andrew Hines
- Position: 1.0 FTE English (CHS)
- Certification: English Language Arts 7-12
- Tenure Area: English
- Effective Date: September 1, 2023
- Tenure Date: August 31, 2027
- Salary: Step 1 of the current CTA contract
BB. THAT the Board of Education approves a salary increase due to additional teaching assignments for the following individuals for the 2023-2024 school year:
- Courtney Valente – 0.2 FTE as per CTA contract – Special Education (1.2 FTE total)
- Brooke Hurlbut – 0.2 FTE as per CTA contract – Special Education (1.2 FTE total)
- Melissa Benoit – 0.1 FTE as per CTA contract –Art (1.1 FTE total)
Effective: September 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024
NON INSTRUCTIONAL
CC. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints Misty Meacham to the position of full-time Teacher Aide, subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a probationary appointment.
Misty Meacham
- Position: 1.0 FTE Teacher Aide (AL)
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023
- Probation Period: March 4, 2024
- Salary: Entry-level per current CSEA contract
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints Kebrina Ekwe to the position of full-time Teacher Aide, subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a probationary appointment.
Kebrina Ekwe
- Position: 1.0 FTE Teacher Aide (AL)
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023
- Probation Period: March 4, 2024
- Salary: Entry-level per current CSEA contract (grant-funded)
EE. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints Joclynn O’Brien to the position of full-time Teacher Aide, subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a probationary appointment.
Joclynn O’Brien
- Position: 1.0 FTE Teacher Aide (AL)
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023
- Probation Period: March 4, 2024
- Salary: Entry-level per current CSEA contract
FF. THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints Lucas Maddalena to the position of full-time Teacher Aide, subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a probationary appointment.
Lucas Maddalena
- Position: 1.0 FTE Teacher Aide (CHS)
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023
- Probation Period: March 4, 2024
- Salary: Entry-level per current CSEA contract
GG. THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints Julia Tice to the position of full-time Teacher Aide, subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a probationary appointment.
Julia Tice
- Position: 1.0 FTE Teacher Aide (CHS)
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023
- Probation Period: March 4, 2024
- Salary: Entry-level per current CSEA contract
HH.. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints Danielle Guild to the position of Part-Time Teacher Aide subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a temporary appointment.
Danielle Guild
- Position: Part-Time Teacher Aide (AL)
- Effective Date: September 5, 2023 through June 30, 2024
- Salary: $14.20 per hourII. THAT the Board of Education appoint the following individuals as Part-Time School Safety Officers for the 2023-2024 school year:
- Drew Rentz
- David Harrington
- Matthew LaBombard
- Shawn Higgins
- Terry Burns, Sr.
- Christopher McNeill
JJ. THAT the Board of Education of the Cohoes City School District hereby appoints John DeMio to the position of Part-Time Campus Safety Monitor subject to the rules of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission, such appointment is a provisional appointment.
John DeMio
- Position: Part-Time Campus Safety Monitor (CHS)
- Effective Date: July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024
- Salary: $19.79 per hour
KK. THAT the Board of Education appoint the following individuals as Part-Time Teacher Aides for the 2023-24 school year:
| Van Schaick Grade School
Brenna Wood Maureen Finnen Sheila Farrigan
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Harmony Hill Elementary School
Gail Friedman Lisa Hoefer Lori LaMere Aprille Overocker Patricia Kelly Kailey McCarthy Teresa Slater Tricia Ross
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| Abram Lansing Elementary School
Bernadette Glynn Crystal Kelly Michelle Lake Charity Rasmussen-Deters Kim Schrek
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Cohoes High School
Paula Ahearn
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DESIGNATION OF CONSENT AGENDA: THAT the Board of Education adopts the following resolutions of the August 30, 2023 agenda
VI (A-O), VII (A-KK), IX (A) and X (A)
- Moved by: Mrs. Snyder
- Second by: Mrs. Gendron
- All voted “Aye”
- Motion carried: 6-0
VIII. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT – BUSINESS/FINANCE
IX. FINANCIAL REPORTS (Recommended by the Superintendent)
A. I recommend that the following reports be accepted by the Board of Education:
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- Warrants- July 2023
- Budget Transfers – July 2023
- Budget Status Report – July 2023
- Revenue Status Report – July 2023
- Bank Reconciliation Report – July 2023
- Internal Claims Audit Report – N/A
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X. INFORMATION AND CONSIDERATION
A. THAT the Board of Education accepts a donation in the amount of $772.20 from Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute to be used for Cohoes Middle School transportation.
XI. COMMENTS FROM BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS
XII. QUESTIONS AND STATEMENTS FROM AUDIENCE – None
XIII. BOARD POLICY REVIEW
First Reading:
8330 – Authorized Use of School-Owned Materials and Equipment
8332 – Use of District-Issued Cell Phones
8334 – Use of Credit Cards
8335 – Employee, Volunteer and Contractor Use of Computers, Internet and E-mail
8635 – Parents’ Bill of Rights for Data Privacy and Security
XIV. DATES FOR FUTURE MEETINGS
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- September 13, 2023 – Cohoes Middle School, Library at 6 PM
- September 27, 2023 – Cohoes Middle School Library at 6 PM
XV. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 8:07 pm
- Moved by: Mrs. Paradis
- Second by: Mrs. Gendron
- All voted “Aye”
- Motion carried: 6-0