05-18-09 School Board Minutes - Daniel Boone Area School District

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May 18, 2009
Birdsboro, PA 19508
1. The regular voting meeting of the Daniel Boone Board of School Directors was called to
order by President Kevin F. McCullough at 7:30 p.m. with the following directors present:
Richard C. Fidler, Margaret M. Fiset, Grant A. Gagnon, Jo Ann M. Hartzell,
Kevin F. McCullough, Walter P. Sheehan, Michael D. Sheerer.
Also present were: Dr. Gary L. Otto, Superintendent; Ann Marie Traynor, Assistant to the
Superintendent; Ernest Werstler Jr., Interim Business Manager; Brian Subers, Solicitor,
Robert Hurley, Middle School Assistant Principal; Melanie Hefter, Assistant Elementary
Principal; Philip Repko, Assistant High School Principal; Michael Jacobs, Tech Ed
Director; Mary Ann Conway, Assistant Tech Ed Director; Kenneth Smith, Buildings and
Grounds Supervisor, Linda L. Neiman, School Board Recording Secretary; Sharon Basile,
Stephanie Conlon, Jake Douglas, David Downs, Dick Gokey, Justin McAdams, Joe
Peterson, Scott Potts, Renee Pusey, Randy Stephens, Jason Tomes, Gail Wentz, Press.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call of Members
Present - Mr. Fidler, Mrs. Fiset, Mr. Gagnon, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. McCullough,
Mr. Sheehan, Mr. Sheerer.
Absent - Mr. Basile, Mr. Ross.
4. Announcements
Mr. McCullough announced that an Executive Session will be held immediately following
this meeting to discuss Litigation and Real Estate.
5. Procedures for Public Participation
6. Presentations by Public on Agenda Items
None.

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7. Recognition for May
Held at the May Committee of the Whole meeting.
8. Routine Approvals
A. It was moved by Mr. Sheerer, seconded by Mrs. Hartzell that the Board of Directors
approve the minutes of the April 27, 2009 School Board Meeting.
Ayes: Mr. Fidler, Mrs. Fiset, Mr. Gagnon, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Sheehan, Mr. Sheerer,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
B. It was moved by Mr. Sheehan, seconded by Mr. Sheerer that the Board of Directors
accept the following Financial Reports:
1) Cafeteria Statement
2) Treasurer’s Report
3) General Fund Statement
4) General Fund Budget Sheet
5) Student Activities
6) Capital Reserve Fund
7) Trial Balance
8) Construction Fund
Ayes: Mrs. Fiset, Mr. Gagnon, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Sheehan, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Fidler,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
C. It was moved by Mr. Sheerer, seconded by Mr. Sheehan that the Board of Directors
approve Payment of Bills for the month of May 2009, as listed in the financial packet.
Ayes: Mr. Gagnon, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Sheehan, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Fidler, Mrs. Fiset,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
9. Presentations by Board Members
Secretary’s Correspondence – No Report.
Berks County Intermediate Unit – No. Report.
Berks Career and Technology Center – No. Report.
Student Government – (reports in January and May) Student Government Advisor Jeff
Bailey noted that the group is looking at a recycling program at the High School. The
group is also reviewing next year’s activities, including Homecoming in October.
Legislative Report – Mr. Gagnon reminded everyone to vote on Tuesday, May 19, 2009.
Other Reports – None.

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10. Buildings and Grounds
A. It was moved by Mr. Gagnon, seconded by Mr. Sheehan that the Board of Directors
authorize the District Administration and solicitor to negotiate the necessary contract with
Architerra P.C. for Phases 1 and 2 of the proposed Outdoor Facilities Project, subject not to
exceed cost estimates in Architect’s RFP.
Under the same motion:
B. That the Board of Directors approve the State Bid Contract #4400004380 from Roberts &
Meck, Inc. at $7,374.00 and State Bid Contract (HON) 4600009840 from Office Service
Company at $15,067.00 for additional furniture for the High School Annex, to be paid from
Capital Reserve.
Ayes: Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Sheehan, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Fidler, Mrs. Fiset, Mr. Gagnon,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
11. Financial Approvals
A. It was moved by Mr. Gagnon seconded by Mr. Sheehan that the Board of Directors
approve the following course requests for tuition Reimbursement, salary step move
and/or advanced certification:
2008-09
1) Kerry Armstrong – Gratz College
- A5225 Assessment Techniques: Assessing for Student Learning, $940.00,
3 graduate credits. (B,C,E,G)
- A5226 Increasing Student Responsibility and Self-discipline in Learning
Communities, $665.00 reimbursable, 3 graduate credits. (B,C,E,G)
2) Patricia Ast – Alvernia University
- COR510 Moral Leadership, $1,260.00, 3 graduate credits. (B,C,D,G)
West Chester University
- PWP599 Growing Readers, K-5, $1,184.00, 3 graduate credits. (B,C,D,G)
3) Amanda Bentz – University of New England
- EDU600 Teacher as Leader, $1,260.00, 3 graduate credits. (B,C,D,G)
- EDU610 Differentiation Theory and Strategies, $1,260.00, 3 graduate credits.
(B,C,D,G)
4) Tracy Berry – Millersville University
- EDW558 Technology of Making Things, $1,071.00, 3 graduate credits. (C,D)
5) Anne Brueck – Alvernia University
- MED610 School Law and Social Advocacy, $137.50 reimbursable, 3 graduate
credits. (F,G)
6) Alisa Brumbach – Millersville University
- EDW558 Technology of Making Things, $1,071.00, 3 graduate credits. (C,D)

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7) Beverly Dengler – Alvernia University
- MED685 Principal’s Internship, no reimbursement, 3 graduate credits.
(B,C,D,F,G)
- MED500 Curriculum Innovations, no reimbursement, 3 graduate credits.
(B,C,D,F,G)
8) Joanne Emerich – Berks County Intermediate Unit
- The Impact of Child Abuse, Neglect and Related Risk Factors on Youth,
$455.00, 3 In-Service credits. (C)
9) Susan Fleagle – Gratz College
- A5225 Assessment Techniques: Assessing for Student Learning, $710.00
reimbursable, 3 graduate credits. (G)
10) Karen Gibbon – Fresno Pacific University
- TEC923 Intro to Computers for Teachers, $327.00, 3 graduate credits. (C,D)
- TEC915 Computer Graphics for Teachers, $327.00, 3 graduate credits. (C,D)
11) Susan Goodling – Millersville University
- EDW558 Technology of Making Things, $1,071.00, 3 graduate credits. (C)
12) Jaime Leiderman – Kutztown University
- EDU576 Prac. In Reading Instruction, $430.00 reimbursable, 3 graduate credits.
(C,F,G)
13) Donald Magargal – Gratz College
- A5935 Wellness: Creating Health and Balance in the Classroom, $940.00, 3
graduate credits. (C)
14) Jill Mentzer – Berks County Intermediate Unit
-Instructional Uses of the Internet, $472.00, 3 In-Service Credits. (C,D)
15) John Mieczkowski – Berks County Intermediate Unite
- Diversity Awareness in Education, $455.00, 3 In-Service Credits. (C,D)
16) Teresa Moslak – West Chester University
- PWP599-02 Growing Readers K-5, $1,184.00, 3 graduate credits. (C,D)
17) David Mostow – Alvernia University
- COR600 Organizational and Professional Ethics, $925.00 reimbursable, 3
graduate credits. (G)
18) Barbara Moyer – Berks County Intermediate Unit
- Making the Aquatic Connection – Why Berks Countians Should Be Concerned
with Protecting Local Watersheds, $155.00, 1 In-Service Credit. (C,D)
- From Trash to Treasure, $155.00, 1 In-Service Credit. (C,D)
19) Angela Owens – Alvernia University
- COR510 Moral Leadership, $1,181.25, 3 graduate credits. (G)
20) Alison Parish – Lebanon Valley College
- MME803 Technology for Music Educators, $1,200.00, 3 graduate credits.
(C,D,G)
21) Bruce Richie – Millersville University
- EDW558 Technology of Making Things, $1,071.00, 3 graduate credits. (C,D)
22) Kendra Robinson – Cabrini College
- EDG511 Learning Cognition, no reimbursement, 3 graduate credits. (B,D,G)
- EDG531 Human Development, no reimbursement, 3 graduate credits. (B,D,G)
23) Helen Small – Alvernia University
- MAT101 Survey of Math, no reimbursement, 3 graduate credits. (F,G)
24) Patricia Smith – Chester County Intermediate Unit
- Smart Board Level I Training, $130.00, 1 In-Service Credit. (D)

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25) Sarah Spatz – Gratz College
- A5226-2400 Increasing Student Responsibility and Self Discipline in Learning
Communities, $936.00 reimbursable, 3 graduate credits. (B,D,G)
26) Thomas Voelker – Wilkes University
- ED592A Administrative Internship and Applied Research, no reimbursement, 3
graduate credits. (C,D,F,G)
27) Lois Wenzel – Millersville University
- EDW558 Technology of Making Things, $1,071.00, 3 graduate credits. (D)
28) Nichole Woram – Wilkes University
- ED528 Using Print Media Support Education, $1,008.00, 3 graduate credits.
(C,G)
2009-10
1) Christina Greth – Kutztown University
- EDU551 Principles of Reading Instruction, $1,092.00, 3 graduate credits. (G)
2) Jaime Leiderman – Kutztown University
- EDU577 Leadership/Reading Educators, $1,071.00, 3 graduate credits. (C,F,G)
CODE ( ) A-INSTRUCTIONAL I; B-INSTRUCTIONAL II; C-ACT 48 CREDITS;
D-PERSONAL ADVANCEMENT; E-MASTER'S EQUIVALENCY; F-ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATION;
G-MASTER’S DEGREE
Under the same motion:
B. That the Board of Directors approve payment to TRANE U.S. Inc. for the ESCO
Energy project at the Amity Primary Center at $180,000.00 showing a 1% discount of
$1,800.00 with final payment of $178,200.00/Application No. 2.
C. That the Board of Directors approve the following bids: Berks County Intermediate
Unit Joint Purchasing Classroom and Office Supplies; Private Art/General, Computer
Supplies and Custodial Supplies for the 2009-10 school year.
D. That the Board of Directors approve the Bonding of Mr. Werstler as Interim Business
Manager/Student Activity Custodian, at $250.00.
D. That the Board of Directors exonerated the Daniel Boone Area School District from
collecting property taxes for an Amity Township Property for the 2009 Tax Year.
E. That the Board of Directors approve payment to Berks Business Education Coalition
at $500.00 for the 2009 Membership.
G. That the Board of Directors approve the student interscholastic sport policy with ACE
American Insurance Company, effective August 10, 2009 for a one year period at a
cost of $8,975.00. Policy coverage same as past years.
H. That the Board of Directors approve the voluntary student accident coverage for
parent purchase at a rate of $22.00 for school time coverage or $88.00 for 24-hour
coverage.

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I. That the Board of Directors approve payment to Pennsylvania School Board
Association for the 2009-10 Membership Dues at $10,649.00.
Ayes: Mr. Sheehan, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Fidler, Mrs. Fiset, Mr. Gagnon, Mrs. Hartzell,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
J. It was moved by Mr. Fidler, seconded by Mr. Sheehan that the Board of Directors
approve the 2009-10 Daniel Boone Area School District Proposed Final Budget at
$49,469,762.85 with no millage increase, with any adjustments at the June Board
meeting.
Ayes: Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Fidler, Mrs. Fiset, Mr. Gagnon, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Sheehan,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
12. Personnel Approvals
A. It was moved by Mr. Gagnon, seconded by Mr. Sheehan that the Board of Directors
approve new job description – Professional/Special Education Learning Coach.
Under the same motion:
B. That the Board of Directors approve the following Retirements/Resignations:
1) Professional Staff
a. Jennifer Francis, 7 th Grade Language Arts Teacher, Middle School,
resignation effective at the end of the 2008-09 school year.
2) Classified Staff
a. Stacey Davis, Instructional Aide, Amity Intermediate Center, resignation
effective May 6, 2009.
C. That the Board of Directors approve the following Leaves:
1) Professional Staff
a. Nichole Deininger, Fourth Grade Teacher, Birdsboro Elementary Center,
Child Bearing/Child Rearing Leave of Absence, followed by an FMLA Leave
of Absence beginning approximately July 29, 2009 and returning the first day
of the third quarter of the 2009-10 school year.
b. Dianna Moser, Special Education L.S. Teacher, Amity Intermediate Center,
Child Bearing/Child Rearing Leave of Absence followed by an FMLA Leave
of Absence beginning approximately October 8, 2009 and returning in January
of 2010.
c. Christina Greth, Special Education E.S. Teacher, Birdsboro Elementary
Center, Unpaid Leave of Absence on March 31, April 1, 2, 3, 2009.

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D. That the Board of Directors approve the following Appointments:
1) Professional Staff
a. 2009 Summer School Teachers at $35.00 per hour, per contract: Anita Brady,
Ann Brueck, Laura Turner, Emily Bryant, Celia Bowman, Nancy Centrella,
Bonnie Herb, Janelle Mann, Lori Snavely, Karen Worrell, Jennifer Dawson,
Sara McAdams, Paul Ruzicka, Christy Bohn, Janice Cook, Christopher Hunt,
Kelly Jones, Richard Simmons -- Substitutes: Beth Baker, Susan Fleagle,
Amy Noonan, Carmen Blanco, Rhea Shirk, Daniel Tothero.
b. 2009 ESY (Extended School Year) Teachers at $35.00 per hour, per contract:
Karen Rosenberger, Dawn Debusi, Melissa Reinert.
c. 2009-10 Department Chairs:
Art: Ann Grow at $1,482.00
Music: Justin McAdams at $1,482.00
Business: Elouise Bean at $1,539.00
Foreign Language: Amy Kochel at $1,539.00
Health Phys/Ed: Cynthia Lykens at $1,598.00
Home Ed/Tech Educ.: Greg Yeakel at $1,482.00
Language Arts: Matthew Palmer at $1,598.00
Mathematics: Nancy Romain at $1,598.00
Science: Theresa Miller at $1,719.00
Social Studies: Kelly Jones at $1,598.00
Spec Ed.: John Mieczkowski at $1,719.00
d. Andrew Risser, 4 th Grade Teacher, Birdsboro Elementary Center, B.S. +24 at
$44,444.00, effective with the 2009-10 school year. (replaces B. Patterson)
e. Karen Weaver, Autistic Support Teacher, Middle School, B.S. Step 2 at
$41,995.00, effective with the 2009-10 school year. (replaces T. Delgado)
f. Bethany Leisey, Long Term Substitute Grade 4 Learning Support Teacher,
Birdsboro Elementary Center, $40,135.00 pro-rated, effective approximately
May 12, 2009 until the end of the 2008-09 school year. (for C. Bagenstose)
g. Jennifer Schurr, Language Arts Teacher, High School, B.S. Step 2 at
$41,995.00, effective with the 2009-10 school year. (replaces L. Kemp)
h. Scott Moulin, Business Education Teacher, High School, B.S. Step 2 at
$41,995.00, effective with the 2009-10 school year. (replaces T. Watt)
i. John Oram, Mathematics Teacher, High School, B.S. Step 2 at $41,995.00,
effective with the 2009-10 school year. (replace M. Palopoli)
j. Andrea Eckenroad, transfer from Amity Intermediate Center Teacher to
District Special Education Learning Coach, effective with the summer of
2009. (new position)
k. Rebecca Smith, School Psychologist, Masters at $45,056.00 with the 2009-10
school year.

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l. Following transfers with the 2009-10 school year:
1. Timothy Ulrich, transfer from APC Art Teacher to APC/MEC Art
Teacher with the 2009-10 school year.
2. Patricia Smith, transfer from APC Computer Instructor to APC/MEC
Computer Instructor with the 2009-10 school year.
3. Mary Beth Gray, transfer from APC General Music Instructor to
APC/MEC General Music Instructor with the 2009-10 school year.
4. Adriann Kehl, transfer from APC Physical Education Teacher to
APC/MEC Physical Education Teacher with the 2009-10 school year.
5. Michael Hasson, transfer from AIC Grade 2 Teacher to MEC Grade 4
Teacher with the 2009-10 school year.
6. Jackie Scalia, transfer from AIC Grade 4 Teacher to MEC Grade 4
Teacher with the 2009-10 school year.
7. Janelle Mann, transfer from AIC Grade 4 Teacher to AIC Grade 5 Teacher
with the 2009-10 school year.
8. Tonya Frank, transfer from BEC Grade 2 Teacher to AIC Grade 3 Teacher
with the 2009-10 school year.
9. Angela Owens, transfer from BEC Grade 3 Teacher to BEC Grade 4
Teacher with the 2009-10 school year.
10. Nichole Deininger, transfer from BEC Grade 4 Teacher to MEC Grade 4
Teacher with the 2009-10 school year.
11. Naomi Conte, transfer from BEC General Music Instruction Teacher to
BEC/AIC General Music Instruction Teacher with the 2009-10 school
year.
12. Denise Stamy, transfer from BEC Physical Education Teacher to
BEC/AIC Physical Education Teacher with the 2009-10 school year.
13. Suzanna Hinkel, transfer from BEC Art Teacher to BEC/AIC Art Teacher
with the 2009-10 school year.
14. Melody Asbury, transfer from BEC Computer Instruction Teacher to
BEC/AIC Computer Instruction Teacher with the 2009-10 school year.
15. Celia Bowman, transfer from BEC Instrumental Music Instruction
Teacher to BEC/MEC Instrumental Music Instruction Teacher with the
2009-10 school year.
16. Christina Greth, transfer from BEC Special Education E.S. Teacher to
High School Special Education L.S. Teacher with the 2009-10 school
year.
17. Alisa Brumbach, transfer from MEC Computer Instruction/Basic Skills
Teacher to MEC Full Time Basic Skills Teacher with the 2009-10 school
year.
18. Michele Jarrett, transfer from MEC Grade 1 Teacher to BEC Grade 1
Teacher with the 2009-10 school year.
19. Kim Myers, transfer from MEC Grade 2 to MEC Grade 3 Teacher with
the 2009-10 school year.
20. Terri Anne Fritz, transfer from MEC Grade 3 Teacher to BEC Grade 3
Teacher with the 2009-10 school year.
21. Emily Bryant, transfer from MEC/APC Guidance Counselor to MEC
Guidance Counselor with the 2009-10 school year.
22. Ashley Frey, transfer from High School/MEC Physical Education Teacher
to High School Physical Education Teacher with the 2009-10 school year.

23. Emily Kirchner, transfer from High School/MEC Art Teacher to High
School Art Teacher with the 2009-10 school year.
24. Jocelyn Stoltfus, transfer from High School/MEC General Music
Instruction Teacher to High School General Music Instruction Teacher
with the 2009-10 school year.
2) Classified Staff
a. 2009 ESY (Extended School Year) Aides at $10.50 per hour: Suzanne
McGowan, Pat Gilbert, Andrea Ruffner, Marie Kinder, Laurie Callander,
Caitlin Celia, Jean Miley, Karen Pennell, Peggy Reimels, Michele Goss,
Michele Maynard, Teresa Halterman Smith, Kim Dalisio, Lauren Baskett.
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b. Following transfers with the 2009-10 school year:
1. Karen Ackerman, transfer from APC Instructional Aide/full time to
APC/MEC Instructional Aide/full time for the 2009-10 school year.
2. Alison Danner, transfer from APC Instructional Aide/full time to
APC/MEC Instructional Aide/full time for the 2009-10 school year.
3. Stacy Davis, transfer from APC Instructional Aide/part time to AIC
Instructional Aide/part time for the 2009-10 school year.
4. Hope Hoffman, transfer from APC Instructional Aide/full time to
APC/MEC Instructional Aide/full time for the 2009-10 school year.
5. Lisa Houck, transfer from APC Instructional Aide/part time to AIC
Instructional Aide/part time for the 2009-10 school year.
6. Helen Johnson, transfer from APC Instructional Aide/full time to
APC/MEC Instructional Aide/full time for the 2009-10 school year.
7. Lisa Kieke, transfer from APC Instructional Aide/full time to APC/MEC
Instructional Aide/full time for the 2009-10 school year.
8. Sandy Kramer, transfer from APC Instructional Aide/full time to AIC
Instructional Aide/full time for the 2009-10 school year.
9. Melissa Shutt, transfer from APC Instructional Aide/full time to
APC/MEC Instructional Aide/full time for the 2009-10 school year.
10. Doris Weil, transfer from APC Lunchroom Aide to APC/MEC
Lunchroom Aide for the 2009-10 school year.
c. Simon Cymbalski, 2009 Summer Technology Apprentice for approximately
375 hours at $9.00 per hour, effective June 15, 2009.
d. Jeffrey Lenhart, 2009 Summer Technology Apprentice for approximately
375 hours at $9.00 per hour, effective June 15, 2009.
e. William Radle, 2009 Summer Technology Apprentice for approximately
375 hours at $9.00 per hour, effective June 15, 2009.
3) Extra-Curricular Staff
a. 2009-10 Advisors/per contract.
b. Connie Taylor, Odyssey of the Mind Advisor for the 2008-09 school year
with a corrected salary of $1,470.00.
Ayes: Mr. Fidler, Mrs. Fiset, Mr. Gagnon, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Sheehan,
Mr. Sheerer, Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.

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E. It was moved by Mr. Sheehan, seconded by Mr. Sheerer that the Board of Directors
approve the following resignation:
1) Classified Staff
a. Meagan Cone, Building Aide, Monocacy Elementary Center, resignation
effective June 8, 2009.
Ayes: Mrs. Fiset, Mr. Gagnon, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Sheehan, Mr. Sheerer,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None.
Abstained: Mr. Fidler. Motion carried 6-0-1.
F. Mr. Gagnon nominated Mr. Basile as School Board Treasurer from July 1, 2009 to
June 30, 2010.
Mr. Sheehan nominated Mr. Ross as School Board Treasurer from July 1, 2009 to
June 30, 2010.
Mr. Fidler closed the nominations, seconded by Mr. Sheehan.
A vote was taken to elect Mr. Basile as School Board Treasurer:
Ayes: Mr. Gagnon, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Sheehan, Mr. Fidler.
Nays: Mrs. Fiset, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. McCullough. Motion carried 4-3.
Mr. Basile was elected as School Board Treasurer – July 1, 2009-June 30, 2010.
(no salary)
13. Programs
A. It was moved by Mr. Sheerer, seconded by Mr. Sheehan that the Board of Directors
approve the 2009 Summer School Program from June 22 to July 24, 2009 - no school
July 3, 2009.
Under the same motion:
B. That the Board of Directors approve the High School Band Trip to Southern
California – Spring of 2010 (dates TBA).
Ayes: Mr. Gagnon, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Sheehan, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Fidler, Mrs. Fiset,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.

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14. Policy
A. It was moved by Mr. Sheehan, seconded by Mr. Gagnon that the Board of Directors
approve revised Administrative Guideline #122 Extended Athletic Season Competition.
Under the same motion:
B. That the Board of Directors approve revised Policy #709 Building Security.
Ayes: Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Sheehan, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Fidler, Mrs. Fiset, Mr. Gagnon,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
15. Transportation
None.
16. Old Business
None.
17. New Business
Dr. Otto thanked the administration and School Board for all of the hard work in
preparing the 2009-10 Budget and continuing to carry on great programs at Daniel Boone.
Dr. Otto expressed that the “open” budget process worked extremely well.
The Board had a brief discussion on kindergarten registration numbers for the 2009-10
school year.
18. Presentations by Public on Issues
None.
19. At 7:47 p.m. Mr. Gagnon moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Mr. Sheehan
and approved by all directors present.
Attest:
Margaret M. Fiset, Secretary