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This is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the school district’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in the following agenda.

The President called the Newbury Board of Education meeting to order with the following members present: Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas. Mr. Grubbs was absent. Ms. O’Toole-Klemm arrived late.

Pledge of Allegiance

Additions or corrections to agenda.

09-157 APPROVE THE AGENDA

Moved by Mr. Ayer, second by Mr. Blair, to approve the agenda.

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: This portion of the Board Meeting is open to those who have requested in writing a place on the agenda at least seven days in advance of this meeting. Presentations shall be limited to five minutes. A group appearing before the Board should select a person to speak for the group.

ADMINISTRATORS’ REPORTS AND BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS. – Mrs. Miller

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT – Mr. Wagner

LEGISLATIVE LIAISON REPORT – Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT LIAISON REPORT – None

AUBURN CAREER CENTER REPORT – Mr. Blair – Union Negotiations, 4 Gold medals at National Championship and fire fighting training grant.

COMMUNITY REPORTS –

A. Newbury Elementary Parent Teacher Organization – None

B. Newbury Boosters – None

C. Newbury Joint Recreation Board – Mr. Guy Munn – Football numbers up for practicing, soccer starts next week, volleyball sign up Friday – Adults 60 participants conclude 8/22. North property still working on park.

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NEWBURY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION REPORT – Ms. Proctor

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION - Persons who wish to appear before the Board and have not requested placement on the agenda seven (7) days in advance may speak to the Board concerning items for action prior to the New Business portion of the meeting. This public participation segment of the Board meeting shall be controlled by the presiding officer. Any discussion at this portion of the Board meeting cannot and shall not receive any Board action. However, before the Board will hear a complaint or criticism about school personnel, the complaint must be submitted to the Treasurer, in writing, at least seven (7) days in advance of the meeting. The employee will receive a copy of the complaint, and the process prescribed in Board Policy #9130, Public Complaints and Grievances, will be followed.

NEW BUSINESS

09-158 MINUTES/FINANCIAL REPORTS

Moved by Mr. Blair, second by Mr. Ayer, to approve the following:

Approve the following Minutes – Regular meeting of July 27 and Work

Session of July 13, 2009. (Enclosures)

Approve the financial reports for July, 2009. (Enclosure)

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

09-159 LUNCH PRICES/PAY FOR PARTICIPATION FEE/BUS ROUTES

TUITION RATE

Moved by Ms. O’Toole-Klemm, second by Mr. Blair, to approve the

following:

Reaffirm approval of school lunch prices for the 2009-2010 school year

as $3.25 adults, $2.75 grades 7-12, and $2.50 elementary students.

Affirm a Pay for Participation Fee of $125.00 per student/per sport for all

interscholastic sports and cheerleading—to be paid before any student may

practice with a team—in grades 7-12 sponsored by the Board of Education

for the 2009-2010 school year.

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Approve bus routes as proposed by Transportation Supervisor, Kim Sass,

and authorize the Superintendent and Transportation Supervisor to amend routes and change stops as needed for the 2009-2010 school year. (Enclosures)

Establish the tuition rate for the 2009-2010 school year at $8,057*.

(Enclosure)

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

09-160 RECALL FROM RIF LIST/SUB CALLING/JR./SR. HIGH

SECRETARY TRANSFER/EMPLOYMENT/SUPPLEMENTALS

SALARY

Moved by Mr. Blair, second by Ms. O’Toole-Klemm, to approve the

following:

Recall the following employees from the Reduction in Force list and

issue them contracts for the 2009-2010 school year for 2.50/hrs./day

at $10.00/hour.

Proctor

Norma Gregory

Jeannette Weiss

Kerry Folmer

Recall Fran Bores from the Reduction in Force List effective her first

contractual day with St. Helen School, retain her in her position and issue

her a one-year limited contract as tutor not to exceed 6.5 hours/day, 4

days/week at $23.28/hr. according to the terms and conditions of the

Negotiated Agreement.

Recall Sue Milnark from the Reduction in Force List and issue her a

salary notice for the position of St. Helen Textbook Clerk, 5 hrs./day,

4 days/wk.

Recall Ann Manzi from the Reduction in Force List and issue her a

one-year Limited Contract as .35 (3.5 hrs./day, 140 days) MA, Step 11

($18,938.50) Special Education/Intervention Specialist Teacher at St.

Helen School effective 9/1/09 according to the terms and conditions of

the Negotiated Agreement.

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Approve the hiring of Mrs. Betty Frenchak to do substitute calling at a rate

of $13/day as per the posting in the July 27, 2009 Board Meeting.

Transfer Mrs. Christine Hoover to the position of Secretary – Jr./Sr. High

School as per the posting in the July 27, 2009, Board Meeting.

Approve the hiring of the following supplemental contract positions for

the 2009-2010 school year. (Enclosure)

Marylois Bing Pep Band (Step 0) $1,777

Kathleen Harrison Drama Director-Fall (Step 0) $2,584

Drama Director-Spring (Step 0) $1,938

Richard Harding Assistant Football Coach (Step 0) $2,907

Robert Johnson Assistant Boys Basketball (Step 5) $3,553

Approve the following supplemental contract bus routes and drivers:

Auburn CC & Kindergarten midday: Mrs. Betty Frenchak, 2.0 hrs.

Kindergarten & Westwoods midday: Mrs. Kim Battaglia, 1.75 hrs. M-TH

.75 hr. F

Cardinal & CEVEC midday: Mrs. Patricia Meagher, 2.0 hrs.

St. Helen PM: Mrs. Betty Frenchak, .25 hr.

Berkshire PM: Mrs. Patricia Meagher, .25 hr. (Enclosure)

Approve a change in placement on the salary schedule for Mrs. Gigi

Vartola from BA – step 23 to MA – step 23 ($62,893) effective for the

2009-2010 school year. (Enclosure)

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

09-161 WAGES/APPOINTMENTS/SUB LIST/OPEN ENROLLMENT

Moved by Ms. O’Toole-Klemm, second by Mr. Ayer, to approve the following:

Set the wages for proctors in 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 school years at $10.00/hr.

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Approve substitute wages for the following positions:

Teacher $75/day

Nurse $75/day

Secretary $9.00/hour

Educational Aide $8.50/hour

Proctor $8.00/hour

Cafeteria $8.00/hour

Bus Driver $12.25/hour

Mechanic $9.00/hour

Custodial $9.00/hour

Cleaning $7.50/hour

Approve the appointments of the following to the Local Professional Development Committee:

Mrs. Judy Miller, Jr.-Sr. High School Principal

Mrs. Jan Gingerich – Elementary School Principal

Approve the following appointments:

Mrs. Janis Gingerich Title IX Coordinator

Approve the list of substitute school support personnel for the 2009-2010 school year as presented. (Enclosure)

Approve the amended list of Open Enrollment students for the 2009-2010 school year. (Enclosure)

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

09-162 ADOPTION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION POLICIES

Moved by Ms. O’Toole-Klemm, second by Mr. Ayer, to approve the following:

Approve the adoption of the Ohio Department of Education Special Education Model Policies and Procedures per the ODE requirement as contained in The Ohio Operating Standards for Ohio Educational Agencies Serving Children with Disabilities. These Model Policies will hereafter be referenced by Board Policy 2460. (Enclosures)

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

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09-163 BYLAWS AND POLICIES

Moved by Mr. Ayer, second by Mr. Blair, to approve the following:

Approve the following Bylaw and Policy changes, revisions, or additions for first reading. (Enclosures, *indicates new policy)

Policy 2111 Parent and Family Involvement

Policy 3430.01 FMLA Leave

Policy 4430.01 FMLA Leave

Policy 5136 Wireless Communication Devices

Policy 5136.01 Electronic Equipment*

Policy 7440 Facility Security

Policy 7440.01 Video Surveillance*

Policy 7530.01 Wireless Communication Allowance*

Policy 7540.02 District Web Page

Policy 7540.05 Electronic Mail*

Policy 8330 Student Records

Policy 8462 Student Abuse and Neglect

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

09-164 RESIGNATION/POSTINGS

Moved by Mr. Ayer, second by Mr. Blair, to approve the following:

Accept the resignation of Mrs. Kathleen Harrison from the supplemental contract position of Junior Class Advisor (1) for the 2009-10 school year effective immediately. (Enclosure)

Approve posting the position of Junior Class Advisor (1).

Approve posting the following Special Needs Supplemental Bus Routes for 2009-2010. (Enclosure)

A. Kenston, Group Home and Huntsburg Elem: AM, 2.25 hrs.

B. St. Anselm and Westwoods Pre-School: PM, 2.0 hrs.

C. Millridge, Jordak and Cardinal: AM, 2.75 hrs.

D. Huntsburg Elementary and Jordak: PM, 2.25 hrs.

E. Fieldstone, Kenston, Timmons and Group Home: PM, 1.5 hrs.

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

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09-165 AGREEMENT

Moved by Mr. Ayer, second by Ms. O’Toole-Klemm, to approve the following:

Approve an agreement with Orwell Natural Gas Company to provide an easement for access to and installation of a gas meter on Newbury Local School District Property. (Enclosures)

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

09-166 MAILING COST FOR KNIGHTLINES

Moved by Mr. Ayer, second by Mr. Douglas, to approve the following:

Approve payment to The Fontanelle Group of an amount not to exceed $3,000 for mailing costs associated with the distribution of Knightlines in the 2009-2010 school year.

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

09-167 GCESC PAYMENTS/DONATION

Moved by Mr. Ayer, second by Mr. Blair, to approve the following:

Approve payment to the Geauga County Educational Service Center for 3 Newbury students in the STARS Autism program for the 1^st quarter of the 2009-10 school year in the amount of $30,698.22. (Enclosures)

Approve payment to the Geauga Count y Educational Service Center for services of April Gregan, School Psychologist, for 120 days in the 2009-10 school year in the amount of $48,584.40. (Enclosures)

Accept a donation from Richard A. Wagner, Superintendent of $50.00.

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

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09-168 EXECUTIVE SESSION

Moved by Mr. Blair, second by Ms. O’Toole-Klemm, to enter into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the appointment, employment, discipline, or compensation of an employee.

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

09-169 EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION

Moved by Mr. Ayer, second by Ms. O’Toole-Klemm, to exit Executive Session.

Vote: aye – Mr. Ayer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Douglas, Ms. O’Toole-Klemm

Moved by Ms. O’Toole-Klemm, second by Mr. Ayer, to adjourn the Regular Meeting of the Newbury Board of Education.

CERTIFIED

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Mr. L. Judd Douglas, President

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Mr. David M. Hoskin, Treasurer

The next regular Board Meeting is Monday, September 14, 2009, at 6:30 PM in the High School Band Room.