02-22-10 School Board Minutes - Daniel Boone Area School District

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February 22, 2010
Birdsboro, PA 19508
1. The 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:
Andrew Basile, Margaret M. Fiset, Jo Ann M. Hartzell, Kevin F. McCullough,
Scott L. Potts, Alan D. Ross, Michael D. Sheerer.
Also present were: Dr. Gary L. Otto, Superintendent; Ann Marie Traynor, Assistant to the
Superintendent; Danielle S. Penza, Business Manager; Thomas Hankel, Middle School
Principal; Annarose Massaro, Language Arts Coordinator; G. Dane Miller, Assistant High
School Principal; Michael Jacobs, Tech Ed Director; Kenneth Smith, Buildings and
Grounds Supervisor, Linda Neiman, School Board Recording Secretary; Larry Barr, Lauri
Barr, Ceyenne Cazaubon, Brad Gross, Rachel Guillians, Vicky Gullians, Larry Jolivette,
Maria Levandoski, Teresa Levandoski, Jeff Oxenford, Thomas Schadt, Bob Smith, Randy
Stephens, Perry Templin, Sharon Templin, Tom Warner, Lauren Zuidema.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call of Members
Present - Mr. Basile, Mrs. Fiset, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. McCullough, Mr. Potts, Mr. Ross,
Mr. Sheerer.
Absent - Mr. Cerminaro, Mr. Sheehan.
4. Announcements
Mr. McCullough announced that an Executive Session will be held immediately following
this meeting to discuss Personnel - Grievance, Litigation, Real Estate and Personnel –
Administrative.
5. Procedures for Public Participation
6. Presentations by Public on Agenda Items
None.
7. Recognition for February
Dr. Otto announced that several students and one service club organization would be
recognized this evening.

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Mrs. Traynor introduced our 2009-10 Spelling Bee Champion – Alexandra Tran and
Runner-Up – Megan Jolivette. Each of the girls shared their preparation for the Spelling
Bee. Dr. Otto and Mr. McCullough presented them with a certification of recognition and
congratulated them on behalf of the School Board. The Berks County Bee will be held on
March 8, 2010l
Mrs. Traynor announced that Maria Levandoski recently won the Reading Symphony
Orchestra’s Youth Concerto Competition and will be performing with the orchestra in the
near future. Dr. Otto and Mr. McCullough presented Maria with a certificate of
recognition and congratulated her on her accomplishment.
Mrs. Traynor shared information on two Junior Achievement Billboard’s that pictured two
of our students – John Johnston and Arian Cook. Both of the students were unable to
attend the meeting, but Mrs. Traynor spoke about the process of the students being chosen
to be featured on the billboards. Dr. Otto and Mr. McCullough recognized each of the
students and offered congratulations to them.
Mrs. Traynor and Dr. Otto, along with Mr. McCullough presented the Daniel Boone Key
Club with a Service Award from Amity Township. Club Officers Rachel Gullians and
Cheyenne Cazubon accepted the award and explained the service project (leaf raking for
any community members who needed assistance). Congratulations to all of the Daniel
Boone Key Club Members for this wonderful project.
The last recognition was presented to Nicholas Douglas, a recent Eagle Scout Recipient.
Nicholas explained his project – re-furbishing the trail around the Animal Rescue League.
He shared his detailed book for Board members to review. Congratulations were offered
from Dr. Otto and Mr. McCullough and a certification of recognition was presented.
At this time a special presentation to the School Board and District was presented by the
Amity A.C. organization. A picture plaque representing all of the different teams
sponsored by the Amity A.C. and a special thank you for the use of our district
buildings/gyms, etc. to make this program work for many youth of our community was
presented by Mr. Bob Smith. Dr. Otto accepted the plaque and thanked the Amity A.C.
organization.
8. Routine Approvals
A. It was moved by Mr. Sheerer, seconded by Mr. Ross that the Board of Directors
approve the minutes of the January 11, 2010 Voting Meeting and the January 25, 2010
School Board Meeting.
Ayes: Mr. Basile, Mrs. Fiset, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Potts, Mr. Ross, Mr. Sheerer,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.

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B. It was moved by Mr. Ross, 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, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Potts, Mr. Ross, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Basile,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
C. It was moved by Mr. Ross, seconded by Mr. Sheerer that the Board of Directors
approve Payment of Bills for the month of February 2010, as listed in the financial
packet.
Ayes: Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Potts, Mr. Ross, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Basile, Mrs. Fiset,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
9. Presentations by Board Members
A. Secretary’s Correspondence – No Report
B. Berks County Intermediate Unit – Mrs. Hartzell noted that handouts were at each Board
Member’s seat and any questions could be directed to her.
C. Berks Career and Technology Center – Mr. Sheerer reported on routine approvals that
included permission for a local firm to rent a cell tower that is on the BCTC property.
The BCTC continues to work on the error with Berks School districts concerning
over-payments and under-payments. The BCTC has entered into the Health Care
Consortium. Board members would now like the meeting notes to be sent to them
electronically.
D. Student Government Report – (reports are given in January and May)
E. Legislative Report – No Report.
F. Other Reports – Mr. Basile reported that the Revenue Enhancement Committee met
recently and discussed merchandising of school items, alumni contacts and using our
Website concerning (requests for proposals) for advertising.

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10. Buildings and Grounds
A. It was moved by Mrs. Fiset, seconded by Mr. Sheerer that the Board of Directors
approve the Municipal Improvements Agreement with Union Township and RBC
Capital Markets, regarding the High School Stadium Renovation project, as presented
by the solicitor and subject to approval by the district administration and solicitor.
Ayes: Mr. Potts, Mr. Ross, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Basile, Mrs. Fiset, Mrs. Hartzell,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
11. Financial Approvals
A. It was moved by Mr. Ross, seconded by Mr. Potts that the Board of Directors approve
requests for Tuition Reimbursement, salary step move and/or advanced certification
for 2009-10.
2009-10
1) Tracy Berry – Schuylkill Intermediate Unit
- Creating Inclusive Classrooms, $255.00, 3 In-service credits. (C,D)
2) David Bodolus – University of Scranton
- EFND 516 Advanced Educ Psychology, $1,275.00, 3 graduate
credits. (C,D,G)
3) Anita Brady – Gratz College
- A5225 Assessment Techniques, $940.00, 3 graduate credits. (G)
4) LeRyan Dallas – University of Scranton
- EFND 506 Educational Research and Statistics, $1,275.00, 3
graduate credits. (B,C,D,G)
5) Susan Fulmer – Wilkes University
- ED510 Psychological Foundations, $1,110.00, 3 graduate credits.
(C,G)
6) Elizabeth Lehman – Wilkes University
- ED526 Internet Literacy for Educators, $1,110.00, 3 graduate
credits. (G)
7) Michelle Maynard – Grand Canyon University
- EDU215 Educational Foundations and Framework, $792.00,
4 undergraduate credits. (D)
8) Justin McAdams – West Chester University
- AIM691 Research Seminar, $650.00 reimbursable, 2 graduate
credits. (B,C,D,G)
- AIL541 Applied Intermediate Conducting I, $1,110.00, 3 graduate
credits. (B,C,D,G)
9) Amelia Noonan – Augustana College
- Learners Edge, $360.00, 3 graduate credits. (C,D)
10) John Oram – Gratz College
- A5226 Increasing Student Responsibility and Self-Discipline,
$940.00, 3 graduate credits. (B,C,D)

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11) Jackie Scalia – Berks County Intermediate Unit
- Continuing Professional Education: Learning with Graphic
Organizers, $472.00, 3 in-service credits. (C)
11) Adrienne Simmons – Learners Edge University of St. Thomas
- 992 Taking Coaching and Advising to the Next Level, $345.00, 3
graduate credits. (C,D)
- 776 Across the Spectrum: Teaching Children with Autism, $345.00,
3 graduate credits. (C,D)
- 721 Integrating the Brain and the Arts into Your Classroom,
$345.00, 3 graduate credits. (C,D)
12) Jason Smaglinski - Indiana Wesleyan University
- EDU525 The High Performing Teacher, $470.00, 3 graduate credits.
(G)
13) Linda Wentzel – Colorado State University
- 966 In the Face of Poverty, $360.00, 3 graduate credits. (D)
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 $570,000.00 showing a 1% discount of
$5,700.00 with final payment of $564,300.00/Application No. 11.
C. That the Board of Directors approve the Agreement to Relinquish a Portion of P.I.N.
5354-14-44-5894 That Was Previously Condemned as presented by the Solicitor.
Ayes: Mr. Ross, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Basile, Mrs. Fiset, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Potts,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
D. It was moved by Mr. Ross, seconded by Mrs. Hartzell that the Board of Directors
approve of the 2010-11 Berks County Intermediate Unit Mandated Services budget at
$1,817,639.00. with Daniel Boone’s share at $38,636.99/ (two votes)
Board Vote:
Ayes: Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Basile, Mrs. Fiset, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Potts, Mr. Ross,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
Individual Vote:
Ayes: Mr. Basile, Mrs. Fiset, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Potts, Mr. Ross, Mr. Sheerer,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.

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E. It was moved by Mr. Ross, seconded by Mrs. Fiset that the Board of Directors
approve advertising and going out to bid for Art/General Supplies, Computer
Supplies, Custodial Supplies, Athletic Supplies and Snow Removal for the 2010-11
School year.
Under the same motion:
F. That the Board of Directors approve 2009-2010 Budgetary Transfers for February
2010.
G. That the Board of Directors approve Reinsel Kuntz Lesher, LLP to perform an audit
of the local tax collector for the year ending December 31, 2009.
H. That the Board of Directors approve going out to bid for a Food Service Management
company for the 2010-11 school year.
Ayes: Mrs. Fiset, Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Potts, Mr. Ross, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Basile,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
12. Personnel
A. It was moved by Mr. Ross, seconded by Mr. Sheerer that the Board of Directors
approve the following Retirements/Resignations
1) Classified Staff
a. Nancy Sheehan, Special Education Aide, Amity Intermediate Center,
resignation effective February 15, 2010.
Under the same motion:
B. Approve the following Leaves:
1) Professional Staff
a. Sara Gerhart, Librarian, High School, FMLA Leave of Absence beginning
January 20, 2010.
b. Kelly Hillman, Kindergarten Teacher, Monocacy Elementary Center, Child
Bearing/Child Rearing Leave of Absence, followed by an FMLA Leave of
Absence beginning approximately April 26, 2010 until the end of the 2009-
2010 school year.
c. Shari Holly, Grade 2 Teacher, Amity Intermediate Center, Child
Bearing/Child Rearing Leave of Absence, followed by an FMLA Leave of
Absence beginning approximately May 5, 2010 until the end of the 2009-2010
school year.
d. Melissa Reinert, Special Education Learning Support Teacher, High School,
Child Bearing/Child Rearing Leave of Absence, followed by an FMLA Leave
of Absence beginning approximately May 17, 2010 with a return date of
approximately November 8, 2010.

e. Rae Hetrick, 9 th Grade Learning Support Teacher, High School, Child
Bearing/Child Rearing Leave of Absence followed by an FMLA Leave of
Absence beginning approximately May 14, 2010 and returning with the
2010-11 school year.
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2. Classified Staff
a. Sally Moyer, Custodian, Monocacy Elementary Center, FMLA Leave of
Absence beginning February 2, 2010 for approximately six to eight weeks.
b. Linda Donovan, Special Education Learning Support Aide, High School,
FMLA Leave of Absence beginning February 12, 2010 with an approximate
return date of February 22, 2010.
C. Approve the following Appointments
1) Professional Staff
a. 2009-2010 Mentor – Mike Althouse for L. Gerhart at $400.00 (Middle
School).
b. Tina Berg, Long Term Substitute 3 rd Grade Teacher, Amity Intermediate
Center, at $41,139.00 pro-rated, effective February 25, 2010 until May 4,
2010. (for S. Cooke)
c. Preferred Substitute Approval for the period of January 1 to March 31, 2010:
Amity Intermediate Center – Tina Berg, Pat Grove, Jenna Knapp
2) Extra-Curricular Staff
a. Jordan Jacoby, Volunteer High School 9-12 Track Coach for the 2009-2010
school year.
b. Mike Neatock, High School Assistant 9-12 Softball Coach for the 2009-2010
school year at $3,768.96. (replaces R. Swisher)
c. Jason McCord, Assistant High School Varsity Baseball 9-12 Coach for the
2009-2010 school year at $2,995.84.
d. Kacy Small, Volunteer Head High School 9-12 Boys Lacrosse Coach for the
2009-2010 school year.
3) Substitute Staff
a. Susan Unger – Secretarial, Building Aide
b. Denise Cisick – Custodial, Food Service, Building Aide
c. Kathy Baker – Health and Phys Ed Teacher
d. Jenna Knapp – elementary K-6/Spec Ed N-12 Teacher
e. Beverly Daddario – Building Aide
f. Cynthia McGee – Secretary, Building Aide, Food Service
Ayes: Mrs. Hartzell, Mr. Potts, Mr. Ross, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Basile, Mrs. Fiset,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.

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13. Programs
14. Policy
A. It was moved by Mr. Ross, seconded by Mr. Sheerer that the Board of Directors
approve Revised Administrative Guideline #100G1 Recommended Time Allocations
– Elementary.
Ayes: Mr. Potts, Mr. Ross, Mr. Sheerer, Mr. Basile, Mrs. Fiset, Mrs. Hartzell,
Mr. McCullough.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
B. The Board heard the following first readings/acknowledgements of new
Administrative Guideline #705 Safety, revised Policy #705 Safety and
revised Policy #005 Organization.
15. Transportation
16. Old Business
Mr. Basile asked questions on tax appeals from the county.
17. New Business
Mr. Michael Sheerer read a letter stating his resignation from the School Board effective
April 30, 2010. His reason was that his company is moving out of the state. All Board
members thanked him for his service on the Board and noted he will be sorely missed.
Dr. Otto also thanked Mr. Sheerer for his service to the district and noted that he will be
missed on the Board.
Dr. Otto made an announcement and noted at this difficult time that with his evaluation
he will forego any adjustment to his salary for the 2010-11 school year.
18. Presentation by Public on Issues
Perry Templin, Union Township – he recognized Junior Achievement for their wonderful
programs with students. He also spoke briefly about a Special Needs Class.
Thomas Schadt, Birdsboro – thanked Mr. Sheerer for his contributions to the Daniel
Boone Area School District as a Board member. He also asked the status of bids for
the new High School Stadium project. His last question was the final millage on the
Prelimary Budget that was recently approved.

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19. At 8:20 p.m. Mr. Sheerer moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Mrs. Hartzell
and approved by all directors present.
Attest:
Margaret M. Fiset, Secretary