November 21, 2006 - North Warren Regional School District

MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 21, 2006
NORTH WARREN REGIONAL BOARD OF EDUCATION
A meeting of the North Warren Regional Board of Education was held on November 21, 2006 beginning at
7:30 p.m. with President Pender presiding. The meeting was held in the Media Center Library at North
Warren Regional School District located on Noe Road in Blairstown, NJ.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS LAW STATEMENT
The Secretary stated that proper notice of this meeting had been given to the public by publication of the
annual notice in The Warren Reporter, New Jersey Herald and the Express Times. A copy of this notice has
also been filed with each Municipal Clerk and Board of Education of Blairstown, Hardwick, Knowlton and
Frelinghuysen.
MISSION STATEMENT Mrs. Murphy stated the following:
The mission of the North Warren Regional School District, in union with home and community, is to
provide a positive learning environment in which to develop the fullest potential of every student, and to
create confidence and the ability to contribute meaningfully as productive responsible citizens in an everchanging
world.
SCHOOL SLOGAN
Mrs. Murphy stated the following:
“At North Warren, Students of Today are Leaders of Tomorrow”
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
President Pender conducted the Salute to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Members present:
Members Absent:
Others Present:
Mr. Chipko, Mr. Chubb, Mr. Cook, Mr. Donlon, Mrs. Fox
Mrs. Malcolm, Mrs. Murphy, Mrs. Pender, Mrs. Stanko
Mrs. Angela Moyer, BA/Board Secretary
James Fox, Esq.
Dr. John Toleno, Superintendent
Brette Petty, Senior Class Representative
Becca Baier, Junior Class Representative
Approximately six members of community, staff and press.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion moved by Mr. Donlon
Seconded by Mrs. Malcolm
To approve the minutes of the October 17, 2006 Board meeting as presented. Roll call vote:
Mr. Chubb-abstain, Mr. Chipko-aye, Mr. Cook-aye, Mr. Donlon-aye, Mrs. Fox-aye, Mrs. Malcolm-aye,
Mrs. Murphy-abstain, Mrs. Stanko-aye, Mrs. Pender-aye. Ayes-7, Nays-0, Abstention-2. Motion carried.
Motion moved by Mr. Donlon
Seconded by Mrs. Malcolm
To approve the minutes of the November 7, 2006 Board meeting as corrected. Roll call vote:

Mr. Chubb-aye, Mr. Chipko-aye, Mr. Cook-aye, Mr. Donlon-aye, Mrs. Fox-aye, Mrs. Malcolm-aye, Mrs.
Murphy-aye, Mrs. Stanko-aye, Mrs. Pender-aye. Ayes-9, Nays-0, Abstention-0. Motion carried.
FINANCIAL REPORTS
Mrs. Malcolm indicated that the Finance Committee met prior to this meeting and reviewed the monthly
finance reports, payroll, invoices/purchase orders presented for payment.
Monthly Reports
Motion moved by Mrs. Malcolm Seconded by Mrs. Stanko
To accept, certify and file the financial reports of the Treasurer of School Monies and the School Business
Administrator for the period ending October 2006 and to note that sufficient funds are available to meet the
District’s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. These reports include the SBA’s
certification that no major fund has been over-expended in accordance with 6A:23-2.11(c)4. Motion carried
by unanimous roll call vote.
Bill List
Motion moved by Mrs. Malcolm Seconded by Mrs. Stanko
To approve the payment of all bills as per following lists, which have been reviewed by the finance
committee and are attached as part of these minutes.
Monthly Bill List (including Cafeteria) $445,226.36
Interim Bill List 11/07/06 $ 41,199.28
Payroll ending 10/19/06 $289,916.73
Payroll ending 11/02/06 $353,023.46
Payroll ending 11/16/06 $291,791.71
Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Line Item Transfer
Motion moved by Mrs. Malcolm Seconded by Mrs. Stanko
To approve the line item account transfer as recommended by the Business Administrator, Superintendent
and the Finance Committee as follows:
Increase Account
Decrease Account
11-000-270-518 $17,320. 11-000-270-511 $17,320.
Transportation - Jtrs CTSA
Transportation - To/From Vendors
11-000-217-320 $15,200. 11-000-100-565 $15,200.
Purch Prof Extraordinary Services Tuition-Special Services School District
11-190-100-610 $ 6,548. 11-190-100-640 $ 6,548.
Instructional Supplies-Computers Instructional Textbook
Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
STAFF / STUDENT / COMMUNITY RECOGNITION
A. Dr. Greene congratulated the following students on being National Merit Scholars: Kaitlyn
Blundell, Alyssa Pezzetta, Meredith Nelke and Julissa Materan.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
ACTION ITEMS

Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
Mr. Anthony Ardito reviewed the financial position of the District and presented the annual audit
and administrative findings. The audit synopsis and copies of the summary reports and graphs are
available in the Business Office.
Motion moved by Mrs. Malcolm Seconded by Mr. Chubb
To accept the NWR Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the fiscal year ending June 30,
2006 as presented by the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator and file same with the
Warren County Department of Education. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion moved by Mrs. Malcolm Seconded by Mr. Chubb
To approve for submission the FY2007 “Corrective Action Plan” with FY2006 audit recommendations as
presented in the following categories:
Administrative Practices & Procedures
Application for State Aid
Financial Planning, Accounting & Reporting(*) Pupil Transportation
School Purchasing Programs
Facilities and capital assets
School Food Service
Miscellaneous
Student Body Activities
Follow-up on Prior Year Findings
Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Mrs. Moyer expressed her appreciation and acknowledged the assistance of the NWR staff to assist with
meeting the guidelines and documentation requirements for public purchasing.
National Education Week
Motion moved by Mrs. Stanko Seconded by Mr. Chipko
To adopt the following resolution for National Education Week being held November 14-18, 2006:
WHEREAS, teachers, who with a deep sense of pride, have provided a quality education to our
students, and
WHEREAS, support staff, who have helped in their efforts with a dedication to our students and
community;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the North Warren Regional School District Board of
Education expresses its appreciation to all its staff on behalf of the students and community in our four
constituent districts for their efforts; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the North Warren Regional School District Board of
Education members wish to individually and collectively express their thanks and appreciation to all staff
during National Education Week. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Student Teacher
Motion moved by Mrs. Stanko Seconded by Mrs. Malcolm
To accept the participation of a Ramapo College student teacher, Christopher Zwarych, for the winter
semester under the direction of NWR staff member, Steve Zuccheri. Motion carried by unanimous roll call
vote.
Home Instruction
Motion moved by Mrs. Malcolm Seconded by Mrs. Stanko
To approve service agreement for home instruction services with Professional Education Services, Inc.
(PES) for 2006-2007 school year. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
PERSONNEL
Basic Skills Teacher - M. Aspill
Motion moved by Mr. Chipko
Seconded by Mrs. Malcolm

To approve offering a contract to Margaret Aspill, Basic Skills Teacher, Step C & Masters +30, $44,470,
prorated accordingly, effective January 22, 2006, as recommended by the Superintendent. Roll call: Mr.
Chubb-aye, Mr. Chipko-nay, Mr. Cook-aye, Mr. Donlon-nay, Mrs. Fox-nay, Mrs. Malcolm-aye, Mrs.
Murphy-aye, Mrs. Stanko-aye, Mrs. Pender-aye. Ayes-6, Nays-3, Abstention-0. Motion carried.
Motion moved by Mr. Cook Seconded by Mr. Chipko
To direct the superintendent that all future hires be reviewed by the Personnel Committee prior to being
recommended to the full Board. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Maternity Leave of Absence - B. DeRenzo
Motion moved by Mr. Chipko Seconded by Mrs. Fox
To approve the maternity leave request for Barbara DeRenzo, effective January 12, 2007 followed
immediately by a child rearing leave through April 4, 2007, as recommended by the Superintendent.
Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Leave of Absence - L. Peachey
Motion moved by Mr. Chipko Seconded by Mr. Chubb
To approve an unpaid leave of absence for Lynn Peachey from January 14 - March 7, 2007, as
recommended by the Superintendent. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Leave of Absence - D. Gehris
Motion moved by Mr. Chipko Seconded by Mrs. Murphy
To approve an unpaid leave of absence for Devon Gehris from February 1 - March 1, 2007, as
recommended by the Superintendent. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Substitute Personnel
Motion moved by Mr. Chipko Seconded by Mrs. Malcolm
To approve the following substitute personnel for the 2006/2007 academic year at a rate of $70. per day as
recommended by the Superintendent.
Jacqueline C. Corvino Kathleen W. Gandy
Cynthia A. Firtek
John R. Hammerle
Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Long-Term Substitute - M. Sullivan
Motion moved by Mrs. Stanko Seconded by Mr. Chubb
To appoint Michael Sullivan as a long-term substitute Science teacher, during Mrs. DeRenzo’s leave,
effective January 12 - April 4, 2007, to be compensated on Step A/B of the certificated guide, as
recommended by the Superintendent. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Long-Term Substitute - K. Stein
Motion moved by Mr. Chipko Seconded by Mr. Chubb
To appoint Kristen Stein as a long-term substitute Language Arts teacher, effective February 12 - June 15,
2007, to be compensated at a substitute rate, moving to Step A/B upon receipt of certification, as
recommended by the Superintendent. Carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Extra Curricular Positions
Motion to appoint the following personnel to extra curricular positions, as recommended by the
Superintendent:Alison CamporiniFall Play Assistant
Tanya Fay MS Play Director
Jay Hill
Volunteer Boys Basketball Coach
Jill Masker Varsity Softball Coach

Jeanne Hennessy Varsity Girls Lacrosse Coach
Michele Smith AM Bus Duty
Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Employment - Supervisor
Motion moved by Mr. Chipko Seconded by Mr. Chubb
To acknowledge the search and probable employment of a Supervisor, results in an additional partial
teaching position, as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
COMMUNICATIONS
None.
REPORTS
President - Mrs. Pender had no report at this time.
Superintendent - Dr. Toleno was not present at the meeting.
Business Administrator - Mrs. Moyer updated the Board on the sewer plant project still under review by
the NJ DEP and a recent audit by the State Department of Labor for an affirmative action audit.
Principal - Dr. Greene informed the Board on the new testing format that was implemented to replace the
Terra Nova testing. Dr. Greene indicated the new format was well received by students and staff.
Dr. Greene answered questions or concerns from Board members. Dr. Greene discussed the Lions
Club Classic football game between NWR and Belvidere being held at NWR on Friday, Nov. 24.
This community project has been in the planning stages for two years. This event will also
recognize community activity groups from each school. The Lions Club has purchased a trophy to
be kept at the winning team’s school, and a scholarship will be award to a football player from each
school.
Board Solicitor - Mr. Fox indicated an Executive Session would be needed.
Student Representatives - The representatives were not present.
School Board Delegate (NJSBA/WCSBA) - Mr. Cook indicated he attended a Delegate Assembly
Meeting for NJSBA on November 18 th and distributed a summary of the meeting which topics
included moving school board elections to November, proposal to create “super” county
superintendents, creating a new school funding formula, consolidating school districts.
Standing Committee Reports
Community Relations - Mrs. Pender distributed a sample letter to send to each key communicator. Mrs.
Pender asked the Board to review the letter and make additions/corrections to the list. Discussion
was held regarding date of next meeting. The Board agreed on December 6 and 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Facility / Transportation - Mr. Donlon indicated the committee met with the architects. He noted the
contract may need to be issued to finalize wetland concerns for any project proposed.
Policy / Administration - No report was given at this time.
Personnel / Labor Relations - Mr. Chipko informed the Board that the committee met with the NWRSA

egarding contract negotiations. The next meeting is scheduled for December 4. Mr. Chipko
indicated the NWREA negotiations has not moved forward as the teacher’s pay scale has not been
settled.
Curriculum - Mrs. Stanko indicated the committee met regarding the weighting system and concluded that
more research needs to be completed before making a proposal to the full Board. Mrs. Fox and Mrs.
Murphy informed the Board that they visited approximately 5 schools to get information regarding
their school’s weight system. Mrs. Fox asked Dr. Greene to correct the school profile information
sheet as student transcripts are being sent to colleges, and Mrs. Fox indicated the grading system
scale is incorrect on report cards.
Finance - Mrs. Malcolm had no report at this time.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
A. Paul Murray, Blairstown - inquired as to the policy on student induction into the National Honor
Society. Mrs. Pender referred this matter to the Policy Committee. The members agreed to meet on
November 28 th to review a letter from Mr. Murray sent directly to each board member and the
current policy on this matter.
B. Rosalee Murray, Blairstown - inquired if Armed Services performs recruitment activities on-site and
if parents were notified.
IMPORTANT DATES / MEETINGS
November 23 & 24 School Closed - Thanksgiving Recess
December 5 Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m.
December 5 National Honor Society Induction
December 13 Interim Reports Mailed
December 13 Holiday Choral/Strings Concert, 7:30 p.m.
December 13 Community Relations Meeting, 7:30 p.m.
December 19 Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m.
December 20 Instrumental Holiday Concert, 7:30 p.m.
December 22 Alumni Day Program
Dec. 25 - January 1 No Classes - Winter Recess
January 2 School Reopens
January 2 Board Work Session, 7:30 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion moved by Mr. Cook Seconded by Mr. Chubb
WHEREAS, Section 7 of the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231 P.L. 1975 (R.S. 10:4-13),
permits the exclusion of the public from a meeting or portion of a meeting of this public body in certain
circumstances, and
WHEREAS, the Board must consider matters involving personnel matter and pending litigation
which could constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy;
THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Board adjourns to a closed session at 9:25 p.m. to discuss the
above-mentioned matters. Matters discussed may or may not be made public this evening. Action, if
necessary, will be taken following reentry into a regular session. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Return Regular Session

Motion moved by Mr. Cook Seconded by Mr. Chubb
The Board returned to a regular session at 10 p.m. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion moved by Mr. Cook Seconded by Mr. Chipko
To support the Superintendent’s recommendation that a staff member be notified of termination of
employment at NWR and to provide the sixty day notice required per contract during which compensation
will be issued. Roll call vote: Mr. Chubb-aye, Mr. Chipko-aye, Mr. Cook-aye,
Mr. Donlon-aye, Mrs. Fox-aye, Mrs. Malcolm-aye, Mrs. Murphy-aye, Mrs. Stanko-aye,
Mrs. Pender-aye. Ayes-9, Nays-0, Abstention-0. Motion carried.
Motion moved by Mr. Chipko Seconded by Mr. Chubb
To authorize Dr. Toleno to begin search to fill the vacant position immediately. Motion carried by unanimous
roll call vote.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion moved by Mr. Cook Seconded by Mr. Chubb
To adjourn the meeting at 10:05 p.m. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Respectfully submitted,
Angela J. Moyer, Board Secretary