TENTATIVE, SUBJECT TO CHANGE Revised 4/23/02

MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF BALTIMORE COUNTY, MARYLAND

OPEN SESSION

Tuesday, April 23, 2002 4:30 P.M.-Closed Session, 7:30 P.M.-Open Session

Educational Support Services Building

I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. SILENT MEDITATION IN REMEMBRANCE III. AGENDA Consideration of agenda for April 23, 2002 IV. MINUTES Consideration of the Report of the Board of Education Work Session, Exhibit A March 7, 2002, and the open and closed session minutes of March 12, 2002 V. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT VI. OLD BUSINESS A. Consideration of Proposed Schedule of Board Meetings, 2002-2003 (Mr. Arnold) Exhibit B Defer B. Consideration of revisions to Policy [6162.5] 6500 – Research and (Ms. Flynn) Testing Exhibit C VII. REPORTS A. Resolution Proclaiming May 6-12, 2002, as School Psychologists’ (Mr. Arnold) Week B. Resolution Proclaiming May 5-11, 2002, as Pupil Personnel (Mr. Arnold) Worker Week C. Legislative Summary of No Child Left Behind (Ms. Johns) (Ms. Howie) D. Summary of School Legislation (Dr. Poff) Exhibit D E. Report on Communication Audit (Ms. Audette) VIII. NEW BUSINESS A. Consideration of consent to the following personnel matters: (Mr. Grimsley) 1. Sabbatical Leaves Exhibit E

Board of Education April 23, 2002 Open Session Agenda Page 2 VIII. NEW BUSINESS (Cont.) 2. Retirements Exhibit F 3. Resignations Exhibit G

4. Leaves of Absence Exhibit H 5. Deceased Exhibit I 6. Appointment Exhibit J B. Consideration of consent to the following contract awards: (Ms. Burnopp) (Mr. Gay) 1. Contracted Services: Electrician Services at Various Exhibit K Schools 2. Supplies Contract: Plumbing Supplies – Four-Year Bid 3. Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Center

Pilot Program 4. Vehicles (Trucks and Sedan) C. Consideration of consent to the following Building (Building Committee) Committee recommendations: 1. Cafeteria Window Replacement – Dundalk Middle School Exhibit L 2. Gymnasium Renovations – Lansdowne Middle School Exhibit M 3. New Electrical Feeders and Retaining Wall – Overlea High Exhibit N

School 4. Parking Lot Improvements – Wellwood International School Exhibit O 5. Gymnasium Renovations – Woodlawn Middle School Exhibit P 6. Fee Acceptance – Design Services for Science Room Exhibit Q Renovations – Franklin High School 7. Fee Acceptance – Design Services for Science Room Exhibit R Renovations – Patapsco High School 8. Fee Acceptance – Design Services and Construction Exhibit S Administration for Reroofing - Kenwood High School 9. Fee Acceptance – Design Services and Construction Exhibit T

Administration for Reroofing – Patapsco High School

Board of Education April 23, 2002 Open Session Agenda Page 3 VIII. NEW BUSINESS (Cont.) 10. Fee Acceptance – Construction Inspection Services for Major Exhibit U Maintenance Renovation Projects – Various Elementary Schools 11. Change Order – Carpentry/Roofing – New Town High School Exhibit V

12. Change Order – Various Construction Packages – New Town Exhibit W High School

13. Change Order – Addition/Renovation – Randallstown Exhibit X

Elementary School 14. Increase Contingency Funds for Major Maintenance Exhibit Y

Renovation Projects – Various Elementary Schools D. Consideration of Windsor Mill lease agreement (Ms. Fromm) Exhibit Z E. Consideration of deletion of Policy 2350 – Administrative (Ms. Fromm) Operations – Emergencies Exhibit AA IX. INFORMATION A. Revised School Calendar, 2001-2002 Exhibit BB B. Minutes of the Southwest Area Educational Advisory Council Exhibit CC meetings, February and March, 2002 X. ANNOUNCEMENTS

Next Board Meeting May 14, 2002 7:30 P.M. Greenwood

REPORT OF THEBOARD OF EDUCATION OF BALTIMORE COUNTYWORK SESSION ON ELEMENTARY CLASS SIZE

Thursday, March 7, 2002 - Greenwood

The work session was called to order at 6 :11 p.m . by President Donald L. Arnold .In addition to President Arnold, the following Board members were present : Ms. MariaR.Cirincione, Ms. Phyllis E. Ettinger, Mr. Thomas G. Grzymski, Mr. John A. Hayden, 111,Ms . Jean M. H. Jung, Mr. Michael P . Kennedy, Mr. James R. Sasiadek, and Mr. James E.Walker.

Ms. Johns, Deputy Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, provided a briefhistorical perspective on class size .

Mr. Evans, Position Administrator, provided a Power PointTM overview ofprekindergarten-12 staffing, which included the present philosophy on staffing, basis ofallocations, and a clarification of elementary class size .

Ms . Murray entered the room at 6 :22 p.m .

Ms . Johns noted that in an effort to realign the process and to bring greatercoherency to the process, everything dealing with allocation of positions goes through Mr.Evans' office .

Ms . Audette, Chiefof Staff, explained for Ms. Jung the difference betweenstudent/teacher ratio and class size .

Mr. Hayden expressed his concern that the system has moved toward a mechanicalapproach to staffing which doesn't address the needs of some of our schools in trouble. Hesuggested including more of a thinking capacity into teacher assignment in schools. Ms.Audette explained that the process does provide an equal base throughout the system, andthat the grant structures that come into play also provide equity in the system . There isalso other additive staff in schools with low student achievement.

Ms . Ettinger tried to clarify earlier questions and statements by stating we have abase level staffing allocation which is altered through grants and other federal programs .She stated that perhaps we do ourselves, and parents, a disservice by not stating what weare doing in a more direct way.

Mr. Hayden left the room at 7:00 p.m .

Ms. Ettinger expressed concern about positions that appear to be allocated for aspecific purpose, but in some instances are not. She stated if this is optional, it should benoted as such . She also expressed a similar concern to reading positions, particularly at thesecondary level . Ms. Ettinger questioned why there is no variation of staffing based on thesize of school population and the degree of need in particular areas--for example, guidancestaffing and nurses . She noted that some schools have a more complex situation .

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Ms. Audette stated that in some needy schools, there is more than one nurse andperhaps a nurse assistant . In severe or desperate cases, the Deputy Superintendent wouldplace additional staffing in schools.

Ms. Johns and Ms. Audette explained to Ms. Ettinger the allocation of staffingpositions for magnet programs .

Ms. Ettinger suggested a simple matrix or graphic presentation that shows our goalswith regard to baseline allocation and the various ways additional staffing may be fed intoschools that have special needs might be helpful.

Mr . Kennedy suggested a comparison of several schools, elementary andsecondary, to show how additional funding from grants and other sources play into staffingallocations.

Ms. Murray inquired if a teacher's experience plays a role in the staffing formula.Ms . Johns responded that experience only comes into play in the mentoring program. Ms.Murray shared her concern that some schools that present more challenges have many newteachers . She also expressed concern about only one (1) reading position per school . Shesuggested staff look at that systemwide .

Mr. Grzymski asked how Baltimore County's 23 .9 class size compares with othersystems nationally. Ms. Audette stated that in her experience, Baltimore County's averageis good . Most systems that she has been involved are in the 25-27/1 ranges .

Responding to Mr. Grzymski's question, Ms. Johns described some ofthe staffingissues for small schools .

Mr. Evans explained for Mr. Walker how the determination is made to provideadditional staffing for schools whose enrollments may have drastically increased ordecreased . He stated that estimated enrollment changes are reviewed on a weekly basis,and adjustments are made as needed . As an example, Ms. Johns noted that as the studentenrollment increased at New Town Elementary last fall, additional staff was immediatelydeployed .

Mr. Walker asked if, typically, there was only one custodian assigned to a schoolduring the day. Dr . Gehring stated that custodial allocation is based on the size of thebuilding and characteristics ofthe building, not student enrollment .

With regard to facilities, Ms . Ettinger stated there appears to be a base levelallocation based on square footage, and it would seem that in an overcrowded school, therewould be higher wear and tear on school because of number of students . She also statedthat it would seem necessary to supplement staffing to maintain building in the manner wewould like .

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Ms. Audette explained that Mr. Wingerd (in Facilities) does look at schoolenrollment as well as the complexity of the building . Ms . Johns added that many of ourbuildings are frequently used by Recreation and Parks and the community, which also hasan impact on the wear and tear of our buildings .

Ms. Ettinger noted that school administrators are using various staffingphilosophies . For example, some elementary school administrators are trying to keep theprimary level classes small, and in other instances, an individual class in each grade hasbeen kept small . She expressed her hope that these decisions are based on soundinstructional practices . Ms. Ettinger also inquired about how school staffs communicatewith parents to explain staffing decisions . Mr. Lawrence stated as schools build theirorganizations, principals share this information with faculty, school improvement teams,PTA executive boards, and perhaps a general PTA meeting.

Ms. Ettinger expressed some concern that those decisions/objectives are not beingcommunicated with the community, as the Board would hope . She stated it might behelpful ifregular dialogue was occurring within communities so parents understand howand why decisions are made .

Mr. Kennedy asked about the costs associated with reducing class size . Mr. Evansreferred Board members to a handout. Ms. Audette reminded the Board that the figures inthe handout do not include space costs, instructional materials costs, training, andrecruiting costs.

Mr. Sasiadek inquired about what educational research indicates with regard to thestudent/teacher ratio that will provide the most significant increase in instructionalperformance . Ms. Johns cited two studies-one indicating a 17/1 ratio in the primarygrades and another study indicating a 15/1 ratio .

Mr. Grzymski suggested including with Mr. Kennedy's earlier request informationon the difference lower student/teacher ratios would make on the particular schools. Ms.Ettinger asked that information targeting kindergarten-grade 2 be included in thehypothetical situations . She also requested that information about the availability of spacebe addressed .

Mr. Sasiadek suggested reviewing what research has indicated are the criticaljunctures-Do split classes help or hurt? Is there a difference at reducing class size atgrade 1 or grade 5, behaviorally or emotionally? Where would reduced class size have thegreatest impact? Mr. Sasiadek also expressed an interest in the number of split classes inthe system .

Mr. Arnold announced the topic for the next work session, on March 19th , would besecondary class size and space allocation .

Report of the Work Session - Page 4

Ms. Johns recognized Ms. Audette and Mr. Evans for their work in preparing fortonight's session .

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Respectfully submitted,

Joe A. HairstonSecretary-Treasurer

TENTATIVE MINUTES

BOARD OF EDUCATION OF BALTIMORE COUNTY, MARYLAND

Tuesday, March 12, 2002

The Board ofEducation of Baltimore County, Maryland, met in open session at 4 :42 p.m .at Greenwood . President Donald L. Arnold and the following Board members were present :Ms. Maria R. Cirincione, Ms. Phyllis E. Ettinger, Mr. Thomas G. Grzymski, Dr. Warren C .Hayman, Ms. Jean M. H. Jung, Mr. Michael P . Kennedy, Mr. James R. Sasiadek, and Mr. JamesE. Walker . In addition, Dr . Joe A. Hairston, Superintendent of Schools, was present .

Copies of the Board's calendar for the balance ofthe school year were distributed . Boardmembers were asked to review the calendar and contact Ms . Zepp with any functions that shouldbe included .

Mr . Hayden entered the room at 4 :44 p.m .

Board members considered the possibility of scheduling a time for public comment onthe MSPAP issue but decided against it until a decision has been made on the possible fiscalimpact . The Board also felt it may be more productive to schedule a public hearing when futureaccountability testing is being considered .

Ms . Murray entered the room at 5:05 p.m .

At 5 :05 p.m., Mr . Sasiadek moved the Board go into closed session to consult withcounsel about legal advice pursuant to the Annotated Code of Maryland, State GovernmentArticle, §10-508(a)(7) . The motion was seconded by Ms. Ettinger and unanimously approved bythe Board .

CLOSED SESSION MINUTES

Ms. Saffran-Brinks reviewed with Board members the implementation of a settlementagreement .

Mr . Teplitzky entered the room at 5 :25 p.m .

Ms. Saffran-Brinks advised Board members with respect to a legal compliance issue .

At 5 :50 p.m., Mr. Hayden moved to adjourn the closed session for a brief dinner recess .The motion was seconded by Mr. Teplitzky and approved by the Board .

The Board hosted members ofthe Department of Recreation and Parks for dinner .

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OPEN SESSION MINUTES

The Board ofEducation of Baltimore County, Maryland, reconvened in open session at7:37 p.m . at Greenwood . President Donald L. Arnold and the following Board members werepresent : Ms. Maria R. Cirincione, Ms. Phyllis E. Ettinger, Mr. Thomas G. Grzymski, Mr. JohnA. Hayden, III, Dr . Warren C. Hayman, Ms. Jean M. H. Jung, Mr. Michael P. Kennedy, Ms.Janese Murray, Mr. James R. Sasiadek, Mr. Sanford V. Teplitzky, and Mr. James E. Walker . Inaddition, Dr . Joe A. Hairston, Superintendent of Schools; staff members; members of variouscivic, employee, and community organizations were present as was the media .

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

The open session commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, which was ledby a junior from Towson University, and a period of silent meditation for those who have servededucation in the Baltimore County Public Schools .

Mr. Arnold informed the audience ofthe various sessions in which Board members hadparticipated earlier in the afternoon .

MINUTES

Hearing no corrections or additions to the open and closed session minutes of February12, 2002, and the Report of the Work Session, February 20, 2002, Mr. Arnold declared theminutes approved as presented .

SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT

Dr. Hairston announced that Hereford Middle School's Future Farmers of AmericaHorticulture Club's project highlighting the agriscience program was awarded first place in theEducational Exhibits at the recent Maryland Home and Flower Show. Mr. Fred Doepkens isHereford's FFA faculty advisor.

Christine Cheuk, a student at Perry Hall High School, was recognized for her selection asYoung Woman of the Year by the Baltimore County Commission for Women. Christine alsovolunteers on the Baltimore County Recreation and Parks Board and several youth andgovernment programs .

Dr. Hairston recognized Mr. Joe Giordano and Ms. Bonny Boto of the Carver Center bythe Maryland State Department ofEducation . Mr . Giordano had five students who were finalistsin the Arts Recognition and Talent Search Awards . Ms. Boto was recognized for having ninestudent winners in the Arts Recognition and Talent Search Competition .

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The Board received the following reports :

A .

Plaque Recognizing Allfirst Bank-Mr . Mark Furst, President of theGreater Baltimore Allfirst Bank, accepted a plaque from Mr. Arnold . Forseveral years, Allfirst Bank has sponsored the 24 Challenge Tournamentand provided Savings Bonds to winning students . Ms. Booth, Coordinatorof Secondary Mathematics Programs, was also recognized .

REPORTS

On motion ofMr. Kennedy, seconded by Ms. Ettinger, the Board adopteda resolution proclaiming March 2002 as Professional Social Work Month .Ms. Vicki Cofield-Aber, Specialist in Social Work Services, and Ms.Mayaugust Finkenberg, School Social Worker at Woodlawn MiddleSchool, accepted the Board resolution.

C .

Report on Policy (6162.5) 6500 - Research and Testing - Ms. Flynnreviewed the proposed changes .

Mr. Arnold recognized students in the audience from Towson University and theUniversity of Maryland Baltimore County .

D.

Maryland School Performance Assessment Program Update - Ms. Flynnreviewed recent events with regard to MSPAP testing . Mr. Boone advisedthat until negotiations regarding waivers occur between the MarylandState Department of Education and the United States Department ofEducation, the question of funding remains unresolved .

Mr. Arnold announced that the letter developed by the CurriculumCommittee and presented for consideration at the last Board meetingwould be temporarily placed on hold until state and federal officials reacha decision . He also noted approximately $23 million may be at risk .

PERSONNEL MATTERS

On motion ofMs . Ettinger, seconded by Mr. Kennedy, the Board approved the personnelmatters as presented on Exhibits D and E . (Copies of the exhibits are attached to the formalminutes.)

CONTRACT AWARDS

On motion of Mr. Kennedy, seconded by Mr. Walker, the Board approved items 1-5 .

1 .

Class School Rings, Division I - Three-Year Bid

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CONTRACT AWARDS(Cont.)

Contracted Services : Carpet and Installation

3 .

Contracted Services : Sanitary Drain Cleaning and Video Services -Three-Year Bid

PROFESSIONAL AUDITING SERVICES

The Budget and Audit Committee, represented by Mr. Teplitzky, recommended approvalof a contract for professional auditing services . The Board approved this recommendation .

BUILDING COMMITTEE

The Building Committee, represented by Mr. Kennedy, recommended approval ofitems1-6 . The Board approved these recommendations .

1 .

Major Maintenance Renovation Project - Padonia Elementary School

2 .

Kitchen Shelving for Major Maintenance Renovation Projects -Various Elementary Schools

3 .

Multi-use Court Resurfacing - Fifth District Elementary and HebbvilleElementary Schools

Fee Acceptance - Consultant Services for Feasibility Study - WindsorMill Middle School Site

5 .

Request to Negotiate - Design Services for Performance Center - CarverSchool of Arts and Technology

6 .

Request to Negotiate - Design Services for Science Room Renovations -Franklin and Patapsco High Schools

SCHOOL LEGISLATION

On motion of Ms. Murray, seconded by Mr. Sasiadek, the Board voted to supportSB751/HB 1294 - Education-Financing-Aid to Education .

On motion of Mr. Sasiadek, seconded by Ms. Ettinger, the Board voted to supportSB856/HB 1329 -- Thornton Bill : Adequate and Equitable Funding for Public Schools Act .

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mr. Arnold made the following announcements :

D On Wednesday, March 13, 2002, the Northeast Area Educational AdvisoryCouncil will meet at Parkville Middle School at 6:30 p.m .

D

On Tuesday, March 19, 2002, the Board will conduct a work session onsecondary class size at Greenwood at 6:00 p.m .

D Also on Tuesday, March 19, 2002, the Southeast Area Educational AdvisoryCouncil will meet at Seneca Elementary School at 7:30 p .m .

D On Wednesday, March 20, 2002, the Southwest Area Educational AdvisoryCouncil will meet at Westchester Elementary School at 7 :30 p.m .

D Also on Wednesday, March 20, 2002, the Northwest Area Educational AdvisoryCouncil will meet at Summit Park Elementary School at 7 :00 p.m .

Y

The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Education ofBaltimoreCounty will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2002, at Greenwood . The meetingwill begin with an open session at 5 :00 p .m . After the Board adjourns to meet inclosed session, followed by a brief dinner recess, the open meeting will reconveneat 7:30 p .m . The public is welcome at all open sessions .

Speakers were reminded to refrain from discussing personnel matters or any other matterthat might come before the Board in the way ofan appeal .

PUBLIC COMMENT

Ms . JoLynn Chadwick, Chair of the Advisory Committee for Gifted/Talented Education,invited the Board and the public to a meeting this week where middle school transition meetingsand educational planning through high school will be discussed . With regard to MSPAP, Ms.Chadwick shared the views of a number of parents who feel the entire MSPAP process has notbeen helpful to the gifted child . The parents claim MSPAP detracts from the school experiencesof gifted children . On a personal note, Ms. Chadwick voiced her opinion that MSPAP hasserved its purpose, and its elimination as a testing tool should be hastened .

Ms. Jasmine Shriver, a representative ofthe Citizens Advisory Committee for SpecialEducation, spoke about the meeting earlier in the day with the County Executive . The CountyExecutive was urged to support the school system's proposed operating budget request . Ms.Shriver thanked Mr. Ruppersberger for his support of special education over the last two yearsand recognized Ms . Dianne Gilbert, the County Executive's Education Liaison, for her efforts,

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PUBLIC COMMENT(Cont.)

The advisory committee has been working with Mr. Boone and his office to develop a plan toimprove Baltimore County Public Schools in the area of special education . With regard to thepossible fiscal impact of the suspension ofMSPAP testing, Ms. Shriver stated that in her yearsinvolved with special education, the federal government has never withheld Title I funds, even ina case of non-compliance .

Ms. Mary Pat Kahle, a representative ofthe Citizens Advisory Committee for SpecialEducation, announced the committee will send a letter to the Maryland State Department ofEducation urging them to include differentiation in the writing of middle school curriculum . Ms.Kahle expressed her desire for the Board to send a similar letter to the State Department ofEducation urging them to adapt curriculum for special education students throughout the state .Ms. Kahle also voiced her hope that the Board would send a letter to the State Department ofEducation regarding the suspension of MSPAP and include language in the letter that urges thesuspension ofthe Independence Mastery Assessment Program (IMAP) testing . (MAP isMaryland's alternative assessment program used to measure the performance of a relativelysmall number of students with disabilities who are unable to participate in the regular stateassessment program, even with accommodations.)

Ms. Maggie Kennedy, Coordinator of Area Educational Advisory Councils, spoke oftheCoalition's meeting with County officials this afternoon . The Coalition urged full funding of the2002-03 Operating Budget . In this afternoon's meeting, areas where the budget has fallen shortwere noted-beginning teachers' salaries, technology for teachers, and hardware and softwareneeds . The Coalition also requested that any additional funds be used to support this year'soperating budget . Finally, Ms . Kennedy asked the Board to consider allowing public commentabout the future direction of accountability testing .

Ms. Meg O'Hare, Chair of the Northeast Area Educational Advisory Council, noted thepresence of former Governor William Donald Schaefer at the meeting with the County thisafternoon . Ms . O'Hare offered her thoughts on the Middle School Task Force . She also wouldlike the system to find ways to manage the few disruptive children who prevent an entire classfrom learning . Ms . O'Hare stated there is a need to make certain the average child is successful .

Mr . Boyd Crouse, Chair of the Southeast Area Educational Advisory Council, praised thedeveloping partnership between the Board, Superintendent, County officials, and stakeholdergroups with regard to the budget process . He recognized Maggie Kennedy as the driving forcebehind the Coalition . Mr . Crouse noted that at his council's next meeting, he would urgemembers to go out as a community and lobby state representatives to defeat the issue ofpublicmoney for non-public institutions .

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PUBLIC COMMENT (Cont.)

Ms. Paula Simon, President of the Council of Administrative and Supervisory Employees(CASE), spoke of a recent academic retreat dealing with closing the minority achievement gap .She shared her concern about leading her office and the CASE organization to close the minorityachievement gap, especially where policy decisions can have a far-reaching impact .

Ms. Laura Nossel, President of the PTA Council of Baltimore County, thanked theCounty Executive and Dianne Gilbert for the opportunity to meet with them . She encouraged theschool system and the business community to come up with creative ways to fully utilizeresources . Ms. Nossel thanked Sharon Norman and her office for their efforts to educate andutilize volunteers . She urged the Board to contact members ofthe Senate delegation regardingHB 1010 . As events move forward with regard to MSPAP, Ms. Nossel asked the Board toconsider giving the public an opportunity to share its views . In an effort to educate parents, Ms.Nossel requested information with regard to guidelines on how to best protect children whencustodial issues are involved .

Mr . Michael Franklin, Vice President of the PTA Council ofBaltimore County, spoke ofrecent presentations by Ms. Copple, Principal of the Academic Intervention Team, and Mr.Boone, Executive Director of Federal and State Programs . He also urged a rapid move to aneffective accountability test that will provide clear information to parents on their child'sachievement .

Mr. Mark Beytin, President ofthe Teachers Association of Baltimore County, discussed acommentary that appeared in the February 20th issue ofEducation Week entitled, "Test-BasedAccountability; Making it Work Better." He stated that any new testing tool must be valid andreliable so that all stakeholders have confidence in the results .

Ms. Erica Cohn, former student Board member, shared how her education in BaltimoreCounty Public Schools provided her with an excellent start in her freshman year in college. Withregard to MSPAP, she shared comments from others that the test should be aligned with thecurriculum so that teachers are not teaching to the test .

At 8 :50 p.m., Mr. Sasiadek moved to adjourn the open session . The motion wasseconded by Ms. Cirincione and approved by the Board .

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Respectfully submitted,

Joe A. HairstonSecretary-Treasurer

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

DATE:

April 23, 2002

TO:

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM :

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Proposed Schedule of Board Meetings, 2002-2003

ORIGINATOR:

Denise Zepp, Administrative Assistant to the Board of Education

RESOURCEPERSON(S):

Denise Zepp, Administrative Assistant to the Board of Education

RECOMMENDATION

That the Board ofEducation approves the proposedSchedule ofBoard Meetings for 2002-2003 .

Appendix I - Proposed Schedule of Board Meetings

Board of Education of Baltimore_County6901 Charles Street

Donald L. Arnold, President

Towson, MD 21204

April 23, 2002

TO:

Members of the Board ofEducation

FROM:

Dr. Joe A. Hairston

Proposed Schedule ofBoard Meetings, 2002-2003

The following dates for Board ofEducation meetings for 2002-2003 are proposed for your consideration .

Appendix I

July 9 Approved April 2001

August 13 Approved April 2001

September 9 (M) and 24 September 2 - Labor DaySeptember 10 - Primary Election DaySeptember 16 - Yom Kippur

October 8 and 22 October 2-4 - MABE Conference

November 4 (M) and 18 (M) November 5 - General Election DayNovember 19 - High School Honors ConcertNovember 28 & 29 - Thanksgiving Holiday

December 3 and 17

January 14 and 28 January 20 - Martin Luther King, Jr., BirthdayObservance

February 11 and 26 (W) February 17 - Presidents' DayFebruary 25 - Local Boards Annual Dinner Meetingwith State Board

March 11 and 25

April 22 April 5-8 - NSBA ConferenceApril 14-21 - Spring Holiday

May 13 and 27 May 7 - Career & Tech Educ Recognition DinnerMay 5 or 12 - Awards for Excellence DinnerMay 6 - TABCOBCPS Retirement/RecognitionDinnerMay 26 - Memorial Day

June 10 May 31 - June 8 - Commencement Exercises

July 8

August 12

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

DATE:

April 23, 2002

TO :

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. Joe A. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Research and Testing Policy Revision

ORIGINATOR: Christine Johns, Deputy Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donna Flynn, Executive Director of Assessment

Recommended changes reflect the new organization and eliminate redundant language aswell as outdated practices and procedures . THE POLICY NUMBER HAS BEENCHANGED TO 6500 FOR BOTH THE POLICY AND RULE TO REFLECT NEWINDEXING GUIDELINES .

This policy was adopted in 1969 and revised in 1994 . This revision is part of theinitiative of the Division of Curriculum and Instruction to update the 6000 policy series .Board approval of the revisions to Policy 6500 is requested .

Changes have been reviewed twice by the Board Policy Review Committee.

Changes reflect comments received following the first reading of the proposed changes tothe policy on March 12, 2002 .

Originator:

Donna Flynn

Attachment 1 - Revised Policy 6500

INFORMATION

Deputy Superintendent's authorization to proceed

(

) Date

Revised

Instruction

Research and Testing

RevisedAtachment 1

[6162.5] 6500

[All [research and the] instruments used in research administered to students,parents, and other constituents INCLUDING SURVEYS, QUESTIONNAIRESAND INTERVIEW PROTOCOLS of the Baltimore County Public Schools ASWELL AS THOSE ORIGINATING OUTSIDE OF THE SCHOOL SYSTEMshall be submitted for approval to the DEPARTMENT OF ASSESSMENT ANDSTUDENT DATA [Office of Student Evaluation] . All COUNTYWIDEstandardized tests and questionnaires administered under the auspices of theBaltimore County Public Schools shall be reviewed and approved by theDEPARTMENT OF ASSESSMENT AND STUDENT DATA [Office of StudentEvaluation] prior to their administration .] [All tests, examinations, orquestionnaires, or parts thereof, to be presented to the pupils of the BaltimoreCounty Public Schools having to do with personality, psychology, psychiatry,home life, or personal attitudes or morals shall receive specific approval of theDirector of Student Evaluation unless the tests, examinations, or questionnaires arecarried on with in the Office of Psychological Services of the Office of PupilPersonnel.] ALL COUNTYWIDE STANDARDIZED TESTS ANDQUESTIONNAIRES ADMINISTERED UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THEBALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, INCLUDING THOSEORIGINATING OUTSIDE OF THE SCHOOL SYSTEM, SHALL BE REVIEWEDAND APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF ASSESSMENT AND STUDENTDATA PRIOR TO THEIR ADMINISTRATION.

PolicyAdopted:

4/10/69

Board of EducationRevised:

7/12/94

ofBaltimore CountyREVISED :

DATE:

April 23, 2002

TO :

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Recognition of Pupil Personnel Worker Week, May s-11 1 2002

ORIGINATOR: Christine M . Johns, Deputy Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Dr. Donald Mohler, Executive Director for Student Support ServicesDr. Vivian Ferguson, Coordinator for Pupil Personnel

DIM/dim

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDATION

That the Board of Education read a proclamation declaringMay 5-11, 2002 as National Pupil Personnel Worker Week,recognizing the contribution of Baltimore County pupilpersonnel workers on behalf of children and families in theBaltimore County Public Schools at the Board of Educationmeeting on April 23, 2002 .

DATE :

April 23, 2002

TO:

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT :

Recognition_of .School Psychologists' Week, May 6-12, 2002

ORIGINATOR: Christine M. Johns, Deputy Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Dr. Donald Mohler, Executive Director for Student Support ServicesDr. Margaret Kidder, Coordinator for Psychological Services

DIM/dim

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDATION

That the Board of Education read a proclamation declaringMay 6-12, 2002 as School Psychologists' Week,recognizing the contribution of Baltimore County schoolpsychologists on behalf of children and families in theBaltimore County Public Schools at the Board of Educationmeeting on April 23, 2002 .

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

DATE:

April 23, 2002

TO:

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Summary Key School Legislation April 23, 2002

ORIGINATOR: Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

George P. Poff, Jr., Assistant to the Superintendent, GovernmentalRelations

See attachment .

FOR YOUR INFORMATION

Summary of Key School Legislation, Maryland GeneralAssembly, 2002

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Appendix I - Summary Key School Legislation April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLSJoe A. Hairston, Superintendent

6901 Charles Street

Towson, Maryland 21204-3711

SUMMARYKEY SCHOOL LEGISLATION

April 23, 2002

HB 15 Education - Teacher Salary Signing Bonus - Eligibility RequirementsThis bill alters the eligibility requirement for the teacher-signing bonus to require a gradepoint average of at least 3 .6 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent from an accredited institutionof higher education . Previous law required that the bonus receipt graduate be in the top10% of his or her class.

HB 492 School Buying Consortium - County Boards of Education - ProcurementExceptionsThis legislation, sponsored by Baltimore County Delegate Dan Morhaim, allows localboards of education and private schools to participate in contracts for goods that areawarded by other public agencies or by intergovernmental purchasing organizations aslong as the lead agency for the contract follows public bidding procedures . In addition,the bill expands the way bids for contracts may be advertised by allowing local boards toadvertise bids in a newspaper of general circulation in the region, in the MarylandContract Weekly or a comparable State publication, or on both an electronic bid boardand a school system bid board. The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)must establish a process, which may include a website, that provides access toinformation about contracts for goods held by public agencies or intergovernmentalpurchasing organizations .

HB 569 Education - Schools and Other Educational Programs - Task Force toPropose Regulations Regarding Student Behavior InterventionThis legislation, as passed, creates an MSDE coordinated task force to consider andrecommend regulations regarding:

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Thecircumstances under which, and the schools or types of schools in which,physical restraint, mechanical restraint, and seclusion shall be prohibited

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The definitions of involuntary and other types of time out"

Thecircumstances under which review of a student's individualized educationprogram would occur if restraints or involuntary time out are used with thestudent as a behavior intervention .

HB 1010 Juvenile Law - Prohibition Against Possession of Portable Pagers onSchool Property - Repeal in Baltimore CountyThis passed legislation, whose primary sponsor was Delegate Mike Finifter, will removeBaltimore County from the state statute prohibiting the possession of such devices on

school property . The Board of Education is, therefore, able to promulgate any necessarypolicy or rule revisions governing the use of cell phones on school property.

HB 1172 Higher Education - Teaching Assistants - Eligibility for the MarylandTeacher Scholarship ProgramThis legislation, which passed, expands the eligibility for the Maryland TeacherScholarship Program and establishes the conditions under which such awards can bemade .

HB 1197 Public Schools - Technology for EducationSponsored by Baltimore County Delegates Maggie McIntosh and Sandy Rosenberg, thisbill requires the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) to provide virtuallearning opportunities to teachers and students through the procurement and developmentof on-line courses and services . MSDE must develop standards for on-line courses andservices and must review the courses to ensure that they are aligned with Marylandcontent standards and other appropriate standards . The bill also establishes a continuing,non-lapsing Maryland Virtual Learning Opportunities Fund made up of fees charged forweb-based courses and services . The State Board of Education is authorized to set feesfor the courses and services, and the fees will support the Maryland Virtual LearningOpportunities Fund. The fund is not subject to State procurement laws . The bill alsomakes changes to the General Assembly's findings on technology in school systems toacknowledge the progress that has been made and to encourage the use of more web-based learning resources .

HB 1370 Maryland Educational Opportunity - Summer Pilot Program - Expansionand ExtensionSponsored by Baltimore County Delegate Robert Zirkin, this bill would expand thecurrent programs in Baltimore and Prince George's Counties, contingent upon theavailability of Federal funding .

Retirement and Pension Systems - Reemployment of Retired PersonnelNumerous bills were introduced concerning various classes of professional employees tothis section of the law . No new legislation was passed .

SB 186 (HB 701) Education - Children in Out-of-County Living Arrangements -Informal Kinship CareThis legislation, sponsored by Baltimore County Senator Delores Kelley, would havealtered the current residency or "domicile" law governing student enrollment. Residencywith a guardian would have been expanded to be defined as a "relative who exercisescare, custody, and control over the child 24 hours a day and 7 days a week" to be referredto as "informal kinship care." Serious family hardships, upon which a superintendent

"SHALL" admit a child, were defined. Verification of said "kinship care" was to havebeen achieved through submission of an affidavit specified in the bill and cites penaltiesfor fraudulent use and notes the superintendent will remove the subject child.

The bi 11 as presented required no substantiation of the hardships cited, only thepresentation of the affidavit .

Amendments were accepted to the bill, which would have required the applicant topresent some evidence of one of the five cited hardship conditions with their affidavit .

The bill passed the Senate and went to the House Ways and Means Committee . Onecomponent of the bill was that, like agency-placed youngsters, these incoming studentswould generate state support to make up the difference in per pupil costs between sendingand receiving counties . On the last day, this funding was stripped from the bill with aloss of over $500,000 to our county . The bill passed to the House floor but was neveracted upon .

SB 233 (HB 290) Education - Negotiations Between Public School Employers andEmployee OrganizationsThis passed legislation makes the following changes to Maryland's public educationcollective bargaining law.

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Maintains the requirement that "salaries, wages, hours, and working conditions"must be negotiated .

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Creates a new category of "all other subjects" which may be negotiated, bycertificated and non-certificated staff, if both the union and local board mutuallyagree

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Shifts the negotiation of discipline and discharge of support staff from an illegalto permissive subject .

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Allows support staff on in the nine counties on the Eastern Shore to organizebargaining units.

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Prohibits certain subjects from being negotiated .

The final bill includes the following amendments to the bill as introduced :"

The "Livers" mandatory service employee negotiation of discipline and dischargefor just cause was amended to replace "just cause" with "due process" and makenegotiation of this issue permissive, not mandatory.

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Mandatory inclusion of part-time employees in bargaining units was removed."

The intent was clarified that impasse cannot arise from the failure to mutuallyagree on the "other matters" in the permissive category .

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The provision prohibiting negotiations on matters "precluded by applicable law"was amended to "precluded by applicable statutory law."

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In addition, "school calendar" and "maximum number of students in a class" wereadded as specific issues that cannot be bargained .

The scope of the provision prohibiting negotiation of subjects "precluded by applicablestatutory law" has been described by the Administration as intended to include:

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Teacher tenure"

Assignment of employees"

Transfer of employees"

Classification of employees"

Changes in step due to reclassification"

Second class certification of teachers"

Discipline of Teachers .

SB 336 (HB 544) Education - Baltimore County - Public School EmployeesUnder current provisions of the collective bargaining law pertaining to "certificatedemployees," Baltimore County may have no more than three units. Pursuant to the law,"the public school employer shall determine the composition of the unit ." We have oneunit composed of teachers, one of elementary and special education school nurses, and athird comprised of administrative and supervisory personnel .

This legislation, proposed by the CASE organization, would codify the composition ofthat unit to correspond to prior action of the Board of Education of Baltimore County inrecognizing a bargaining unit comprised of both certificated and non-certificatedpersonnel .

Rather than proceed with this legislation, the bill's sponsor, Sen . Michael Collins,convened a meeting with Dr. Hairston and representatives of CASE, TABOO, andMSTA. The result of that meeting was an agreement to revisit the process with apotential recommendation to the Board of Education for the recomposition ofmembership in the CASE represented bargaining unit .

SB 419 Maryland Infants and Toddlers Act of 2002This legislation, sponsored by Sen . Paula Hollinger, passed as a contingency componentof SB 856, and establishes an Infant and Toddler Program and funding grant formulawithin the Maryland State Department of Education and will provide grants to localagencies . Funding in FY 2003 for Baltimore County is expected to be $638,238.

The purpose of the program is to provide a statewide, community-based interagencysystem of comprehensive early intervention services to eligible infant and toddlers, birththrough age 2, and their families . Although the Baltimore County Health Department isour local lead agency for this specific program, a close collaborative effort is in placewith our staff.

SB737 Adult EducationThis legislation, which was also passed contingent upon Thornton funding (SB 856),establishes a program within the Maryland State Department of Education for

competitive grants for adult education services . Grants may be used for: GEDinstruction, Maryland Adult External High School Program, ESOL, Family Literacy, andBasic Skills Literacy Instruction . Baltimore County, with the passage of SB 856, will beeligible for $172,578 under this legislation .

SB 856 Bridge to Excellence in Public Schools Act (Thornton)This legislation is essentially the articulation of the recommendations of the ThorntonCommission on Education, Finance, Equity, and Excellence . The bill provides over$80 million in additional education funding in fiscal year 2003 financial through anincrease of 34 cents in the State tax on cigarettes . Following this "bridge" year,beginning in FY 2004 through FY 2008, there will be a phase-in of the new fundingformula under the bill . An excess of $1 .3 billion of new funds is expected by 2008 .

Twenty-seven existing State education aid programs are eliminated or phased out, and thefunding for the programs is replaced by enhanced funding for four programs-one basedon enrollment, and three based on the enrollments of three categories of students withspecial needs : LEP, At-Risk (free and reduced-priced meals), and Special Educationstudents .

This new "block grant," which replaces the current categorical SAFE Grant, requireslocal school systems to submit a comprehensive master plan for the coordinated use ofeducation funding by October l, 2003 . By the 2007-2008 school year, school systemsmust provide full-day kindergarten programs for all students and must makepre-kindergarten programs available for all economically disadvantaged four-year-oldchildren . A portion of the enhancements is funded with a 34 cents increase in the tobaccotax rate for cigarettes .

Concerned about availability to fund the adequate resources to keep to the phase-in timeschedule the legislature adopted the amendment that, by the 50th day of the 2004Legislative Session, the Legislature must, by an affirmative resolution, vote to continuethe planned phase-in for the plan . If not affirmed, growth for the next year is to becapped at 5%.

This legislation, which is actually an appropriations bill (93 pages), is explained in moredetail in the revised Fiscal Note (attached) . Please note that since the spreadsheets in theFiscal Note were developed, we were, on the last day of the Session, able to obtain anadditional $1 million of unrestricted money for Baltimore County. The last chart showsour expected 7.7% net increase in State Aid for FY 2003.

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Attachments

FISCAL NOTERevised

Senate Bill 856

(Senator Hoffman, et al.)(Commission on Education, Finance, Equity, and Excellence)

Budget and Taxation and Ways and MeansEducation, Health, and Environmental Affairs

The bill is effective June 1, 2002.

Department of Legislative ServicesMaryland General Assembly

2002 Session

Bridge to Excellence in Public Schools Act

SB 856

This bill enhances funding for education based on a framework established by theCommission on Education Finance, Equity, and Excellence. Twenty-seven existing Stateeducation aid programs are eliminated or phased out, and the funding for the programs isreplaced by enhanced funding for four programs, one based on total student enrollmentand three based on the enrollments of three categories of students with special needs . Inaddition, the Guaranteed Tax Base Program is established, and State aid for studenttransportation is enhanced. The enhanced State education aid is phased in from fiscal2003 to fiscal 2008. Local school systems must submit comprehensive master plans forthe coordinated use of education funding by October 1, 2003 . By the 2007-2008 schoolyear, school systems must provide full-day kindergarten programs for all students andmust make pre-kindergarten programs available for all economically disadvantaged four-year-old children . A portion of the enhancements is funded with a 34 cent increase in thetobacco tax rate for cigarettes .

Fiscal Summary

State Effect: Special fund revenues from the tobacco tax would increase by $78 .5million and general fund revenues from the tobacco tax would increase by $24.1 million.Special fund expenditures would increase by $78 .5 million and general fund expenditureswould increase by $492,000 in FY 2003 . Future year revenues reflect a shift in tobaccotax revenues from a special fund to the general fund and lower local school systemreimbursements for teachers retirement costs . Future year expenditures reflect the phase-in of enhanced State aid to education, increased salaries, and inflation.

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Fiscal 2003 "Bridge" Funding

Special funds obtained through the increased tobacco tax in fiscal 2003 will be used toprovide: (1) unrestricted grants to local boards of education totaling $62.7 million; (2)$4.8 million for the Maryland Infants and Toddlers Program; (3) $1 .1 million for adulteducation and literacy services ; and (4) a $10 million board of education restructuringgrant for Prince George's County . The provision funding the Infants and ToddlersProgram is contingent on the passage of Senate Bill 419/House Bill 371 ; the provisionfunding adult education is contingent on the passage of Senate Bill 737/House Bill 910;and the provision funding the $10 million board restructuring grant for Prince George'sCounty is contingent on the passage of House Bill 949 and the submission of an approvedcomprehensive master by the Prince George's County Public School System. The fiscal2003 distributions for the four State aid programs supported with the special funds arespecified in the bill .

Foundation Program

The bill changes the name of the program that funds a per pupil amount for all students inthe State from the Basic Current Expense Program to the Foundation Program. A higherper pupil amount to be shared by the State and local governments is phased in from fiscal2004 to 2008 . During the phase-in period, the full-time equivalent enrollment value for akindergarten student is increased to 1 .0 . The State share of the Foundation Program is50% . By fiscal 2008, the minimum State share of the per pupil foundation amount that alocal school system may receive is 15% .

In fiscal 2004, the State share of the Foundation Program will be increased for BaltimoreCity and Anne Arundel, Howard, and Montgomery counties to account for higher costsof education in these school systems. Beginning in fiscal 2005, the State share of theFoundation Program will be adjusted to reflect regional differences in the cost ofproviding education services .

The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)must contract with a private entity by September 30, 2002 to develop a geographic cost ofeducation index specific to Maryland. The study must also make recommendations abouthow the index should be used to adjust costs in the State.

Compensatory Education Formula

The bill enhances funding for the Compensatory Education Program. State funding forthe program equals 97% of the per pupil amount established in the Foundation Programtimes the number of students in the State eligible for free and reduced meals times theState share of the program . An overall 50% State share is phased in from fiscal 2004 to2008 . Local school systems receive funding for the program based on local wealth,although no school system may receive less than a 40% State share of the per pupil

The bill establishes the Guaranteed Tax Base Program. The program distributes Statefunding to local jurisdictions that: (1) have less than 80% of the statewide wealth perpupil; and (2) provide local education funding above the local share required under theFoundation Program. The amount provided to each local school system is equal to theadditional funding that would have been provided by the local government if the sameeducation tax effort was made and the jurisdiction had the wealth base that is"guaranteed."

Regardless of local education tax effort, local school systems may notreceive more per pupil than 20% of the base per pupil amount established in theFoundation Program.

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Guaranteed Tax Base Formula

Student Transportation

The bill enhances State aid for base student transportation grants and grants for thetransportation of disabled students . The base transportation grant is enhanced for 15counties that experienced aggregate enrollment increases between 1980 and 1995, a timewhen the transportation formula did not include annual adjustments for enrollmentincreases . For eligible local school systems, the enhancements equal the increase in full-time equivalent enrollment from September 30, 1980 to September 30, 1995 times thefiscal 2002 statewide average per pupil base transportation grant.

The amount each school system receives per student who requires special transportationservices is increased from $500 to $1,000 by fiscal 2008. In addition, the existing offsetfor the number of disabled students transported in the 1980-1981 school year is removed.

Teachers 'Retirement Costs

The bill requires the State Retirement Agency to pay the retirement costs for all membersof the Teachers' Pension System and the Teachers' Retirement System whose salaries arepaid with funding from any State aid program. Under current law, the State does not payretirement costs for school employees funded through some categorical State aidprograms .

State Aid Programs that are Phased Out

The bill requires the State to distribute partnership grants to Baltimore City in fiscal 2003and 2004 . The grants are $28 .2 million in fiscal 2004, $21 .1 million in fiscal 2005, and$14.1 million in fiscal 2006 . No funds for the program are provided after fiscal 2006.

Funding for the percentage, wealth adjusted, and targeted components of the Governor'sTeacher Salary Challenge Program are also phased out. Each school system receives

School Construction, the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), theDepartment of Budget and Management, and the Department of Legislative Services .

Local Fundingfor Education

The bill requires eight local jurisdiction (Baltimore City and Allegany, Caroline, Garrett,Prince George's, Somerset, Washington, and Wicomico counties) to earmark a portion ofthe disparity grants they receive from the State in fiscal 2003 to enhance local funding foreducation. The earmarked portions of the disparity grants must be used to provide localeducation appropriations above the existing maintenance of effort requirement. Theamounts that each jurisdiction must earmark, which total $11 .9 million, are specified inthe bill .

Enrollment Counts

The bill requires MSDE to form a committee of stakeholders to examine State aid issuesrelated to student enrollment. The committee must make recommendations to addressproblems relating to : (1) school systems with declining or growing enrollments ; and (2)the dates on which the State should take enrollment counts for different studentpopulations. The committee must submit its report by December 30, 2003 .

Local and State Accountability

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Comprehensive Master Plans

The bill requires each school system to develop a comprehensive master plan thatdescribes the strategies that will used to improve performance in every segment of thestudent population. Each plan must include goals that are aligned with State standards,implementation strategies, methods for measuring progress toward meeting goals, andtime lines for the implementation of strategies . If any segment of the student populationin a school system fails to demonstrate progress towards meeting performance standards,the State Superintendent of Schools must review the system's plan and may require thesystem to make changes to its plan . The State Board of Education may withhold fundingfrom a school system that fails to demonstrate progress towards State standards and failsto develop an adequate plan . With the exception of the Prince George's County PublicSchool System, all local school systems must submit the master plans by October 1,2003 . The Prince George's County school system must submit its plan by September 30,2002, and the State Superintendent of Schools may not release Prince George's County'sfiscal 2003 $10 million board of education restructuring grant until the plan has beenapproved .

submit a list of qualified candidates to the Governor and the Mayor of Baltimore City,who jointly appoint individuals from the list to the city board.

Prince George's County Management Oversight Panel

The bill extends the sunset on the Prince George's County Management Oversight Paneluntil the State Superintendent of Schools determines that its work is complete . Duringthis time, the State must continue to fund the operating expenses of the coordinationoffice up to maximum of $310,000 annually .

Current Law: The Maryland Constitution requires the State to provide a thorough andefficient system of free public schools. To satisfy this requirement, the State will provideapproximately $3.0 billion to local school systems in fiscal 2003 . State education aidaccounts for approximately 30% of the State's general fund revenues, the largestcomponent of the State's general fund budget . State funding to local school systems isprovided through approximately 50 programs, many of which are due to sunset afterfiscal 2003 .

The Baltimore City and Prince George's County public school systems are required todevelop and implement comprehensive master plans for the use of education funding.All school systems are required to develop and implement master plans for the use ofState education funding that is provided for the purpose of aiding students who are at riskof failing to meet State performance standards .

Local school systems are required to provide half-day kindergarten programs that allstudents must attend . Local school systems are not required to provide full-daykindergarten programs and are not required to fund pre-kindergarten programs for four-year-old children .

The tobacco tax rate for cigarettes is 66 cents per pack.

Background : The Commission on Education Finance, Equity, and Excellence wasestablished by chapter 610 of 1999 (HB 10) and was appointed in the fall of 1999 . Thecommission was charged with examining the State's education finance system andaccountability measures. The commission's final report was submitted in January 2002 .

The commission's recommendations are founded on the concept of standards-basedschool financing . In this approach, the role of the State is to set academic performancestandards for students, ensure that schools have sufficient resources to achieve thestandards, and hold schools and school systems accountable when they fail to meetstandards . Maryland has set high performance standards and has established a nationally-recognized accountability system . The State has not, however, linked its schoolfinancing system to expected student outcomes . To establish this link, the commissionSB 856 / Page 9

Exhibit 1Adequacy Costs and Budgeted Revenues Per Pupil

Fiscal 2002

Cost of adequacy does not include costs associated with capital expenditures, debt service, transportation, and foodservice .z Source: Fiscal 2002 county and school board budgets . Budgeted spending for transportation and a few other Stateaid programs is deducted from available resources because it is for purposes/functions not incorporated in theadequacy analyses .

This theory of adequacy assumes that as a school system approaches its adequacy"target," school performance should approach Maryland's established performancestandards. This theory is tested in Exhibit 2. Each point on the chart represents a localschool system . In the chart, the 2001 Maryland School Performance AssessmentProgram (MSPAP) "gap" is calculated by subtracting a school system's composite indexscore on MSPAP from 70%, the State performance standard . The chart indicates that theMSPAP gap generally decreases as the adequacy gap decreases. Although there are someoutliers, most school systems are clustered around the regression trend line shown in theexhibit, suggesting that funding and student performance are related.

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School System

Allegany

Per PupilAdequacyNeeds'

$9,792

AvailableRevenuesPer Pupil'

$7,106

Adequacy"Gap"

$2,687

School System

arford

Per PupilAdequacy

- --Needs'

$7,914

AvailableRevenuesPer Pupil'

$6,189

Adequacy"Gap"

$1,725Anne Arundel 7,952 7,012 940 Howard 7,513 7,865 0Baltimore City 11,947 8,564 3,383 Kent 9,213 8,046 1,168Baltimore 8,716 7,739 977 Montgomery 8,730 8,876 0

Calvert 7,626 6,732 894 Prince George's 9,731 6,878 2,853Caroline 9,294 6,112 3,182 Queen Anne's 7,811 6,934 877Carroll 7,357 6,284 1,072 ISt . Mary's 7,940 6,634 1,306Cecil 8,294 6,443 1,851 Somerset 10,243 7,646 2,597

Charles 8,081 6,600 1,481 Talbot 8,633 7,100 1,533Dorchester 9,485 7,433 2,052 Washington 8,584 6,732 1,852Frederick 7,662 6,305 1,357 icomico 8,968 6,916 2,052Garrett 9,494 6,929 2,565 Worcester 8,801 7,887 914

State Aid to Education

Fiscal 2003 "Bridge" Funding

"Bridge" funding in fiscal 2003 would total $78 .5 million. The funding would beprovided through the four funding streams discussedbelow.

Unrestricted grants totaling $62 .7 million would be distributed to local schoolsystems. The allocation of the grants as specified in the bill was determined bymaking some modifications to Senate Bill 856 as introduced and identifying thefiscal 2003 distribution of new funds under the modified model. The grant forAllegany County also includes the $1 million resource deficiencies grant thecounty received in fiscal 2002 . In addition, each school system is guaranteed anincrease of at least 2% in its current expense aid from fiscal 2002 to 2003 .

A $10 million board of education restructuring grant would be provided to PrinceGeorge's County . The funding would be contingent on the passage of House Bill949 and the approval of a comprehensive master plan for the school system .

A total of $4.7 million would be provided for the Maryland Infants and ToddlersProgram.

The distribution of enhanced fiscal 2003 funding is shown in Exhibit 5, which is attachedat the end of the fiscal note .

State aid to local school systems would increase by an estimated $147.8 million in fiscal2004 and by an estimated $1 .3 billion by fiscal 2008 . Exhibit 3 shows the estimatedfunding by program from fiscal 2004 to fiscal 2008 .

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Adult education and literacy services funding would increase $1 .1 million.

The Phase-in ofFunding Formulas in Fiscal 2004 through Fiscal 2008

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would be wealth equalized; and the proportion of total education aid that would beprovided by federal, State, and local sources.

A comparison of fiscal 2002 and fiscal 2008 education aid characteristics is shownin Exhibit 7 . This exhibit repeats the three pie charts that were shown in Exhibit 6and compares them to pie charts that reflect fiscal 2002 education funding.

An estimate of the county-by-county distribution of enhanced State aid is shown inExhibit 8. The first set of columns on the left shows the increases from fiscal2003 to 2008 that school systems would receive above the funding they wouldreceive under current law.

The second set of columns shows actual fiscal 2002State aid and the aid increases that local school systems would realize from onefiscal year to the next . Finally, the last two columns show the total differencebetween estimated fiscal 2008 aid and actual fiscal 2002 aid, and the percentincrease in aid that each school system could expect .

Exhibit 9 shows State aid on a per pupil basis . It has the same sets of columns asExhibit 8 .

A fiscal 2008 adequacy analysis is shown in Exhibit 10. The exhibit attempts toproject how close each school system might be to its adequacy target by fiscal2008 with the enhanced State aid and projected increases to local and federaleducation funding. The exhibit shows that, with the State aid enhancements, thenumber of school systems with adequacy gaps is reduced from 22 in fiscal 2002 to1 in fiscal 2008 .

Maryland State .Department ofEducation Administrative Costs

General fund expenditures would increase by $492,067 in fiscal 2003 and by $190,670 infiscal 2004 to fund the administrative costs associated with the bill . These estimatesreflect the cost of hiring one education program specialist and one administrativespecialist in fiscal 2003 to : aid in the transition to new funding formulas ; providetechnical assistance to , local school systems as they develop and implementcomprehensive master plans ; review proposals for the creation of a Maryland-specificgeographic cost of education index; and report on student interventions beingimplemented in local school systems. A second education program specialist would beadded in fiscal 2004 as these responsibilities increase and as the evaluation of enhancedState aid begins . The estimates include salaries, fringe benefits, one-time start-up costs,and ongoing operating expenses as well as the estimated fiscal 2003 contract costs for theproduction of a cost of education index.

2003 cost to implement full-day kindergarten programs at all public schools is $49million. The State aid formulas proposed in this bill count each kindergarten student as1 .0 full-time equivalent student to recognize the move to mandatory full-day programs .It is assumed that most fixed costs, such as administration, would not change with thetransition to full-day kindergarten .

There would also be facilities costs associated with full-day kindergarten . It is estimatedthat the State would need an additional 620 classrooms to accommodate all kindergartenstudents in full-day programs . The local share of the cost for the classrooms is estimatedat $60 million.

Additional school facilities and teachers may also be required to make publicly-fundedpre-kindergarten programs available to all economically disadvantaged four-year-oldchildren . Since fiscal 1999, local school systems have received $19.3 million annuallyfor EEEP, which funds pre-kindergarten programs for a similar population of children. Itis assumed that local school systems would continue to spend at least this much on pre-kindergarten programs. To the extent that more children would need to be served, costswould increase .

Eight jurisdictions would be required to enhance their local support for education in fiscal2003 . A portion of the fiscal 2003 disparity grants received by the jurisdictions would beearmarked and must be used by the jurisdictions to increase local educationappropriations beyond the maintenance of effort requirement. The jurisdictions and theamount of the disparity grants that would be earmarked are shown in Exhibit 4 .

Local school systems could also incur increased administrative costs during fiscal 2003and 2004 when comprehensive master plans would be drafted.

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Exhibit 4Earmarked Portions of Fiscal 2003 Disparity Grants

Allegany $497,884Baltimore City 4,326,695Caroline 140,125Garrett 10,626Prince George's 5,325,793Somerset 164,435Washington 876,584Wicomico 562,430

Exhibit 5Fiscal 2003 "Bridge" Funding

' Guarantees an increase of at least 2% in basic current expense funding from FY 2002 to 2003 . All counties that receive grantsexperienced declines in enrollments from FY 2002 to 2003.z Includes the continuation of the FY 2002 $1 million Allegany County Resource Deficiency Grant.3$10 million for Prince George's County is contingent on the passage of HB 949 and the approval of a master plan for the school system .

School System

UnrestrictedBridgeGrants

(S13 856)

BoardRestructuring

Grant(SB 856)

2%Guarantee'(SB 856)

Infants &Toddlers(SB 419)

AdultEducation(SB 737) Total

Allegany $2,318,809 z $571,852 $75,618 $25,387 $2,991,666Anne Arundel 1,368,568 479,666 89,383 1,937,617Baltimore City 17,841,271 843,397 747,150 152,492 19,584,310Baltimore 2,087,705 638,238 172,578 2,898,521

Calvert 793,974 45,709 22,930 862,613Caroline 929,352 24,265 4,330 957,947Carroll 936,689 116,813 35,782 1,089,284Cecil 900,472 53,045 14,410 967,927

Charles 1,278,854 69,410 61,921 1,410,185Dorchester 392,988 15,732 38,373 7,319 454,412Frederick 1,912,848 207,667 35,170 2,155,685Garrett 234,928 77,354 15,236 6,028 333,546

Harford 1,811,353 291,750 35,584 2,138,687Howard 1,849,594 264,663 57,182 2,171,439Kent 26,645 93,665 4,515 3,871 128,696Montgomery 7,586,129 835,183 134,114 8,555,426

Prince George's 12,527,220 10,000,000 536,661 143,579 23,207,460Queen Anne's 105,717 23,701 8,956 138,374St . Mary's 496,593 71,668 10,388 578,649Somerset 556,384 7,336 8,414 572,134

Talbot 1,009,900 15,236 4,031 1,029,167Washington 1,181,006 104,398 36,038 1,321,442Wicomico 1,410,573 82,954 19,662 1,513,189Worcester 1,442,426 54,837 17,494 10,471 1,525,228

Total $60,999,998 $10,000,000 $1,656,837 $4,766,749 $1,100,020 $78,523,604

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Fiscal 2002State Aid Targeting

State Aid Wealth Equalization

Federal'-State-Local Shares

19%

Exhibit 7Education Funding Characteristics, Fiscal 2002 and 2008

75%

0Genera I Ed 0Special Populations 0 Functions

IOGeneral Ed OSpecial Populations "Other

35%

DEqualized " NotEqualized

65%

54%

46%

INFederal D State D Local

(State Aid = 2.9 billion)

(State Aid = 2.9 billion)

(Total Education Aid = 7 .1 billion)

Fiscal 2008 with SB 856State Aid Targeting

State Aid Wealth Equalization

Federal-State-Local Shares

" Federal O State D LocalOEqualized " Not Equalized

(Est. State Aid = $5 .1 billion)

(Est . State Aid = $5 .1 billion)

(Est. Total Education Aid = $10.2 billion)

' Not including federal food service funding .

Exhibit 9Estimated Increases in Per Pupil State Education Aid

FY 2003 to FY 2008

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Increases Over Current Law Actual Increases Over Prior Year Incr FY02-FY08County FY 2003 FY 2004 FY 2005 FY 2006 FY 2007 FY 2008 FY 2002 FY 2003 FY 2004 FY 2005 FY 2006 FY 2007 FY 2008 Dollars Percent

Allegany $293 $287 $766 $1,340 $2,005 $2,711 $4,698 $375 $267 $744 $816 $916 $1,067 $4,185 89.1%Anne Arundel 18 60 204 387 600 822 2,733 115 154 252 281 305 376 1,483 54.3%Baltimore City 198 309 775 1,443 2,179 3,070 6,073 429 504 844 1,024 1,089 1,419 5,308 87.4%Baltimore 20 71 257 497 797 1,174 2,960 202 225 354 392 454 565 2,193 74.1%

Calvert 49 171 380 624 839 1,095 3,121 281 293 366 363 334 424 2,061 66.0%Caroline 172 453 911 1,476 2,052 2,588 4,572 467 506 671 745 764 833 3,987 87.2%Carroll 34 112 209 424 613 846 3,264 188 235 248 336 311 414 1,731 53.0%Cecil 58 147 358 680 1,000 1,376 3,743 249 269 378 465 465 559 2,386 63.7%

Charles 55 181 362 634 898 1,231 3,562 193 305 348 412 415 488 2,161 60.7%Dorchester 89 236 528 872 1,267 1,544 4,258 192 371 501 524 583 604 2,775 65.2%Frederick 51 165 289 529 751 1,063 3,155 203 263 264 353 340 431 1,853 58.7%Garrett 66 125 334 628 914 1,159 4,203 237 253 394 454 448 503 2,289 54.5%

Harford 46 148 279 519 740 974 3,315 188 252 274 353 335 419 1,821 54.9%Howard 41 135 230 402 588 806 2,637 105 211 195 254 264 334 1,363 51 .7%Kent 47 54 200 469 793 902 3,400 259 161 276 401 443 412 1,951 57 .4%Montgomery 56 141 297 493 761 1,101 2,084 147 218 284 310 382 454 1,795 86.2%

Prince George's 171 278 815 1,350 1,945 2,654 3,921 417 350 773 748 815 974 4,077 104.0%Queen Anne's 15 56 140 316 507 687 3,056 90 172 194 263 296 321 1,337 43 .7%St. Mary's 34 105 224 465 673 860 3,591 195 233 264 367 324 387 1,771 49 .3%Somerset 192 389 1,027 1,807 2,716 3,668 4,807 460 461 899 1,006 1,143 1,291 5,261 109 .4%

Talbot 232 889 1,197 1,501 1,672 1,714 1,646 97 640 296 264 207 105 1,610 97 .8%Washington 60 175 350 632 904 1,187 3,583 169 286 340 420 415 496 2,127 59.4%Wicomico 104 265 636 1,167 1,820 2,725 4,017 315 383 580 718 852 1,067 3,914 97.4%Worcester 225 710 934 1,003 1,106 1,097 1,656 209 564 285 200 176 78 1,511 91 .3%

Unallocated 0 (5) (7) (7) (8) (9) 25 2 (2) 1 0 0 1 2 6.1%

Total $87 $176 $433 $760 $1,125 $1,556 $3,469 $234 $272 $430 $479 $522 $636 $2,574 74.2%

STATE AID TO LOCAL GOVERNMENTS -- BALTIMORE COUNTY T

FY 2002

Direct Aid

FY 2003 $ Difference %Difference

Current Expense Aid 181,404,616 193,266,231 11,861,615 6.5

Compensatory Education 6,695,421 9,778,510 3,083,089 46.0

School Transportation - Regular 15,103,340 15,613,550 510,210 3.4

School Transportation - Special Ed . 175,500 196,000 20,500 11.7

Special Education - Formula 6,669,927 6,714,381 44,454 0.7

Special Education - Nonpublic Placements 10,325,261 10,891,196 565,935 5 .5

Special Education - Infants and Toddlers 0 638,238 638,238 0.0

Limited English Proficiency Grants 2,310,300 2,539,800 229,500 9.9 .

Additional Poverty Grants 2,446,368 2,446,368 0 0.0

Targeted Poverty Grants 885,207 915,636 30,429 3.4

Extended Elementary 1,189,770 1,189,770 0 0.0

Aging Schools 2,940,000 2,940,000 0 0.0

Targeted Improvement Grants 1,688,075 1,758,179 70,104 4.2

Teacher Development Grants 9,580,706 9,526,894 -53,812 -0.6

Adult Education 181,346 353,924 172,578 95.2

Food Service 494,159 494,159 0 0.0

Gifted and Talented Grants 278,200 278,200 0 0.0

Innovative Programs 3,399,922 3,339,167 -60,755 -1 .8

Out-of-County Foster Placements 4,555,980 4,859,712 303,732 6.7

Other Education Aid 97,930 97,930 0 0.0

Teacher's Salary Grant 8,558,529 7,184,810 -1,373,719 -16.1

Academic Intervention 1,991,761 1,967,323 -24,438 -1.2

Class Size Initiative 1,665,089 2,597,972 932,883 56.0

Early Education Initiative 1,670,724 1,745,802 75,078 4.5

Headstart 0 275,336 275,336 0.0

Bridge to Excellence (SB 856) 0 3,087,705 3,087,705 0.0

Judy Hoyer Centers 374,510 374,510 0 0.0

EDUCATION 264,682,641 285,071,303 201,388,662 7.7

Library Formula 3,507,782 3,857,134 349,352 10.0

LIBRARIES 3,507,782 3,857,134 349,352 10.0

Community College Formula 31,548,037 33,647,664 2,099,627 6.7

Grants for ESOL Programs 272,040 280,752 8,712 3.2

Optional Retirement 1,201,549 1,345,331 143,782 12.0

COMMUNITYCOLLEGES 33,021,626 35,273,747 2,252,121 6.8

Local Health Formula 6,809,441 7,024,603 215,162 3.2

HEALTH 6,809,441 7,024,603 215,162 3.2

Highway User Revenue 34,087,655 35,123,351 1,035,696 3.0

Elderly & Handicapped Transportation Grants 418,892 467,422 48,530 11.6

TRANSPORTATION 34,506,547 35,590,773 1,084,226 3.1

Police Aid 9,261,600 9,748,650 487,050 5.3

Fire And Rescue Aid 1,207,381 1,203,340 -4,041 -0.3

PUBLIC SAFETY 10,468,981 10,951,990 483,009 4.6

Program Open Space 5,768,117 2,346,791 -3,421,326 -59 .3

RECREATION 5,768,117 2,346,791 -3,421,326 -59.3

Exhibit E

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

April 23, 2002

SABBATICAL LEAVES - Effective July 1, 2002

RENEE BAYLIN – Carver Center for Arts and Technology Years in Baltimore County: 6.0 years Degree Status: BS Effective School Year: 2002-2003; to pursue a master’s degree in Fine Arts at Towson University JONATHAN T. BRICE – Randallstown High School Years in Baltimore County: 7.6 years Degree Status: MS Effective School Year: 2002-2003; to pursue a doctoral in Administration, Planning, and Social Policy Urban Superintendency Concentration at Harvard University ANTHONY R. DICAPUA – Special Education Office Years in Baltimore County: 18.0 years Degree Status: M+30 Effective School Year: 2002-2003; to complete a master’s degree in Kinesiology with a specialization in Adapted Physical Education at the Texas Women’s University

BRIAN C. MORRISON – Randallston High School Years in Baltimore County: 11.0 years Degree Status: M+60 Effective School Year: 2002-2003; to complete doctoral degree in History at Morgan State University JANET SCHILL – Seventh District Elementary School Years in Baltimore County: 13.0 years Degree: MS Effective School Year: 2002-2003; to pursue a graduate program in Reading at Loyola College CHRISTINA SUNDVALL – Sudbrook Magnet Middle School Years in Baltimore County: 8.0 years Degree: MS Effective School Year: 2002-2003; to pursue a Master of Fine Arts in Studio Art at the Maryland Institute College of Art MARIANNE L. THOMAS – Dundalk High School Years in Baltimore County: 10.7 years Degree Statas: M+60 Effective School Year: 2002-2003; to complete Maryland State certification in English for Speakers of

other Languages (ESOL), through an approved Program of Study at the College of Notre Dame.

DOP: 4/24/2002

SABBATICAL LEAVES 2 April 23, 2002

BETSY S. WHIPPS – Hebbville Elementary School Years in Baltimore County: 13.8 years Degree Status: M+30 Effective School Year: 2002-2003; to complete Masters of Education with a concentration in

Reading/Reading Language Arts at Loyola College. These sabbatical leaves are contingent upon funding.

DOP: 4/24/2002

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BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

April 23, 2002

RETIREMENTS

YRS. OF EFFECTIVE NAME POSITION SCHOOL/OFFICE SERVICE DATE

Patricia L. Ashby Admin. Secretary Lansdowne High 31.0 7-1-02

Steven A. Asner Teacher Carver Center 30.0 7-1-02

Michael G. Bailey Supervisor Printing & Copy Services 27.0 11-1-02

Dianne Belk Teacher Mars Estates Elem. 30.0 7-1-02

Frank Bonomo Teacher Perry Hall High 30.0 7-1-02

Jean Bowman Guidance Counselor Perry Hall High 16.0 7-1-02

Joann Bradshaw Teacher Woodbridge Elem. 27.2 7-1-02

Nancy Burns Instructional Asst. Hampton Elem. 32.3 7-1-02

Kathleen Campbell Teacher Mars Estates Elem. 30.0 7-1-02

Janet Cantwell Health Perry Hall High 30.4 3-1-02

Margaret Clarke Teacher Owings Mills High 31.0 7-1-02

Susan A. Cline Teacher Hereford High 20.0 4-1-02

Margaret Colby Guidance Counselor Southwest Academy 11.0 7-1-02

Lyle J. Diamond Teacher Gunpowder Elem. 30.6 7-1-02

Glenna C. Dieter Instructional Asst. Halstead Academy 25.7 2-1-02

Marilyn J. Dubbs Teacher Seventh District Elem. 30.0 7-1-02

Blanche Dulaney Teacher Battle Monument School 33.0 7-1-02

Gloria Edel Lib. Sci. Media White Oak School 30.0 7-1-02

Matthew Elky Teacher Wellwood International 36.0 7-1-02

Elissa P. Falk Guidance Counselor Loch Raven High 31.0 7-1-02

Mary K. Farrell Guidance Counselor Deer Park Magnet 29.2 1-1-02

Doris G. Fink Assistant Principal Oliver Beach Elem. 29.0 7-1-02

Austin Foreman Teacher Deer Park Middle Magnet 32.0 7-1-02

Kathleen Frain Teacher Seventh District Elem. 16.0 7-1-02

Judith Gehrman Teacher Edgemere Elem. 31.0 7-1-02

*Shirley Gordon Asst. Principal Timber Grove Elem. 25.0 3-1-02

Judith K. Gray Teacher Edmondson Heights Elem. 35.6 7-1-02

Judith N. Grey Teacher Ridgely Middle 30.0 7-1-02

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Kathryn A. Gunning Administrative Asst. Southeast Area 30.0 2-1-02

Richard J. Harden Teacher Western School of Tech. 20.0 7-1-02

Wilma K. Harman Teacher Rosedale Center 27.0 7-1-02

Darcel B. Harmon Teacher Deer Park Middle 31.0 4-1-02

Agnes M. Hawthorne Mentor Halstead Academy Elem. 34.0 7-1-02

Willard C. Heilman Asst. Principal Eastern Tech. High 37.0 7-1-02

Mary Ann Huber Teacher Chesapeake High 24.0 7-1-02

Kenneth Jackson Teacher Perry Hall Middle 31.0 7-1-02

Dawn Johnson Teacher Chapel Hill Elem. 31.0 7-1-02

Mary Jo Kehoe Teacher Dumbarton Middle 30.0 7-1-02

Paulette Kirkpatrick Teacher Perry Hall High 29.0 7-1-02

Charles Koester Teacher Sandalwood Elem. 34.0 7-1-02

Frederick Laser Teacher Hereford High 30.2 7-1-02

Carol K. Lefferts Instructional Asst. Deer Park Elem. 14.0 7-1-02

Linda A. Levin Teacher Deer Park Elem. 30.0 7-1-02

Nancy Mace Teacher Perry Hall Elem. 27.0 7-1-02

William Marshall Teacher Towson High 28.0 7-1-02

Sally McFarland Nurse Woodlawn Middle 17.0 3-1-02

Susan Moskovitz Teacher Edmondson Heights Elem. 31.0 7-1-02

Joan M. Mullen Lib. Sci. Media Eastern Tech. High 30.0 7-1-02

Amy Nardone Clerk IV Timonium-Food & Nutrition 8.0 4-1-02

Deborah Nelson Lib. Sci. Media Woodbridge Elem. 28.0 7-1-02

Zenea Nelson Mentor Milbrook Elem. 23.0 7-1-02

Susan L. Neville Teacher Relay Elem. 30.0 7-1-02

Edward C. Novak Teacher Golden Ring Middle 30.0 7-1-02

Patricia J. Perry Teacher Home & Hospital 28.0 7-1-02

Debra A. Perseghin Teacher Grange Elem. 27.5 2-1-02

Pamela Plummer Teacher Dumbarton Middle 30.0 7-1-02

Diane Pry Teacher Elmwood Elem. 33.0 7-1-02

Kenneth H. Ridenour Teacher Deep Creek Middle 35.0 7-1-02

Robert W. Riggs Teacher Dundalk High 32.0 7-1-02

Michael Rozalski Teacher Western School of Tech. 30.0 7-1-02

Phyllis Rubenstein Teacher White Oak School 36.0 7-1-02

Marilyn J. Runge Guidance Counselor Perry Hall Elem. 33.0 7-1-02

Diana A. Saunders Teacher Loch Raven High 15.0 7-1-02

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Margaret Schulten Speech Lang. Path. Perry Hall Elem. 24.0 7-1-02

Kathleen Schuyler Teacher Catonsville High 30.0 7-1-02

Robert Shelton Teacher Pikesville Middle 35.0 7-1-02

George L. Sisson, III Principal Chesapeake Terrace Elem. 31.0 7-1-02

Garry L. Smith Teacher Oliver Beach Elem. 30.0 7-1-02

Ronald Smith Teacher Seneca Elem. 31.0 7-1-02

Stephen E. Stofko Teacher Patapsco High 32.0 7-1-02

James H. Stopper, Jr. Teacher Perry Hall Middle 32.0 7-1-02

B. Karen Symonds Teacher Bedford Elem. 36.0 7-1-02

Julie Szymaszek Director Secondary Ed. 32.0 4-1-02

James R. Taylor Teacher Perry Hall Middle 31.0 7-1-02

Mary Elaine Thomas Teacher Franklin Middle 32.0 7-1-02

Sue Tustin Teacher Dulaney High 30.0 7-1-02

Charlene R. Tuzzolo Teacher Edgemere Elem. 34.0 7-1-02

Linda C. Valcik Facilitator Hereford High 36.0 7-1-02

Carol Wenderoth Teacher Dulaney High 30.0 7-1-02

Bruce Wiegert Teacher Perry Hall High 37.0 7-1-02

Carole G. Wilder Teacher Ridgely Middle 26.0 7-1-02

Madora P. Yuille Teacher Winfield Elem. 26.0 7-1-02

* Correction of retirement date from 7-1-02 to 3-1-02.

Exhibit G

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

April 23, 2002

RESIGNATIONS

ELEMENTARY – 36 Bear Creek Elementary School Tracy M. Hanson, 06/30/02, 1.7 yrs. Mylea K. Thompson, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Chadwick Elementary School Valerie S. Stepek, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Cromwell Elementary Magnet School Jeffrey A. Shank, 06/30/02, 3 yrs. Dundalk Elementary School Kimberly L. Sowden, 06/30/02, 2.9 yrs. Edmondson Heights Elementary School Kimberly A. Von Hagel, 06/30/02, 5 mos. Elmwood Elementary School Janice A. Bond, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Featherbed Lane Elementary Intermediate School Akram Yousefzadeh, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Featherbed Lane Elementary Primary School Lisa A. Bauer, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Jennifer R. Stambaugh, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Fullerton Elementary School Janet M. Bostwick, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Hebbville Elementary Intermediate Camille S. Rocroi, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Katherine E. Saxe, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Kathy M. Thompson, 06/30/02, 5 mos. Lutherville Laboratory JoAnn Waters, 06/30/02, 9 mos. Mars Estates Elementary School Patrick M Molloy, 06/30/02, 2 yrs.

Middlesex Elementary School Teresa A. Jacoby, 06/30/02, 4 yrs. Shanna N. Warburton, 06/30/02, 1.9 yrs. Milbrook Elementary School Janeika Q. Fairley, 06/30/02, 1 yr. New Town Elementary School Michele L. Cavey, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Laura V. Hogan, 06/30/02, 8 mos. (Guidance Counselor) Kristen L. Merkel, 03/21/02, 7 mos. Owings Mills Elementary School Amy R. Chevalier, 06/30/02, 2.5 yrs. Jane G. Ebaugh, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Jonathan B. Hammett, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Perry Hall Elementary School Alyssa B. Ehrsam, 06/30/02, 11 yrs. Prettyboy Elementary School Sarah M. Quinn, 06/30/02, 6 yrs. Riverview Elementary School Laurel N. Falkner, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Amy N. Klodzinski, 03/14/02, 6.5 mos. Scotts Branch Elementary School Michelle W. Shepard, 06/30/02, 4 yrs. Victory Villa Elementary School Lauren E. Ellingsworth, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Villa Cresta Elementary School Jaime L. Hertzog, 06/30/02, 3 yrs. Warren Elementary School Deidra D. Lee, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. (Guidance Counselor)

DOP: 4/24/02

RESIGNATIONS 2 April 23, 2002

Winand Elementary School Charlene M. DiCriscio-Lawson, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Jeffrey J. Mitchell, 06/30/02, 4 yrs. Winfield Elementary School Jane H. Short, 06/30/02, 1 yr. SECONDARY – 28 Arbutus Middle School Brian S. Fox, 06/30/02, 3 yrs. Dundalk High School Christine G. Betz, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Eastern Technical High School Matthew R. Leich, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Franklin High School Amy L. Beardsworth, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Elizabeth A. Hughes, 06/30/02, 3 yrs. Golden Ring Middle School Leigh M. Cunha, 06/30/02, 7 yrs. Hereford High School Brad Fields, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Cheryl Migliarini, 06/30/02, 20.4 yrs. Lansdowne High School Tad A. Herrold, 06/30/02, 3 yrs. Jeffrey D. Whiten, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Loch Raven Technical Academy Judith J. Rudez, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Milford Mill Academy Mary Kivett, 06/30/02, 9 yrs. (Guidance Counselor) Old Court Middle School Elisabeth R. Crockett, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Carol E. Marshall, 06/30/02, 1 yr.

Jackie E. Roberts, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Owings Mills High School Keenan S. Walker, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Parkville High School Tracy G. Clark, 06/30/02, 7 yrs. Pikesville Middle School Peach Payne, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Randallstown High School Crystal N. Eubanks, 06/30/02, 2.3 yrs. Southwest Academy Kristen K. Ellis, 06/30/02, 6 yrs. Katina F. Webster, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Stemmers Run Middle School Wanda L. Stevenson, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Sudbrook Magnet Middle School F. Denise Berry, 06/30/02, 12 yrs. Towson High School Gerry L. Brewster, 06/30/02, 7 yrs. Gregory S. Walters, 06/30/02, 5 yrs. Woodlawn Middle School Pamela H. Kemp, 03/15/02, 1.6 yrs. (Nurse) Jason M. Tew, 04/19/02, 8 mos.

SEPARATIONS FROM LEAVE – 9 Helen P. Bisaha, granted Child Rearing Leave, 11/17/99-11/17/01, resigning 11/17/01, 7.7 yrs. Linda J. Bugliosi, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 12 yrs. Katherine E. Kane, granted Child Rearing Leave, 10/29/00-10/29/02, resigning 3/15/02, 6.7 yrs. Linda J. McGuire, granted Child Rearing Leave, 06/10/00-06/10/02, resigning 06/30/02, 1.4 yrs. Lisa M. McKenna, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 7/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 6 yrs. Sue E. Mickanis, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 11/27/01-06/30/02, resigning 03/26/02, 8.7 yrs. Cynthia Pomerantz, granted Child Rearing Leave, 08/14/00-08/14/02, resigning 06/30/02, 14.5 yrs. Kristen D. Ritchey, granted Child Rearing Leave, 07/01/01-07/01/03, resigning 03/26/02, 7.7 yrs. Karen M. Wright, granted Child Rearing Leave, 07/31/00-06/30/02, resigning 03/14/02, 15.5 yrs.

Exhibit

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

April 23, 2002

RESIGNATIONS

ADDENDUM

ELEMENTARY – 18 Baltimore Highlands Elementary School Patricia Jacquet, 06/30/02, 13 yrs. Battle Grove Elementary School Nanette L. Sherman, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Bear Creek Elementary School Pamela G. Geraghty, 06/30/02, 8 yrs. Amber M. Harris, 06/30/02, 6 yrs. Charlesmont Elementary School Dolores L. Wooddell, 06/30/02, 8 yrs. Featherbed Lane Elementary Intermediate School Dana Lipsky, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Franklin Elementary School Teresa Collini, 06/30/02, 9 mos. Gunpowder Elementary School Michelle R. Mazurek, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Johnnycake Elementary School Andrea L. Monks, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Martin Boulevard Elementary School Michele F. Mastroberti, 06/30/02, 1.7 yrs. New Town Elementary School Margaret C. O’Mara, 06/30/02, 9 mos. Owings Mills Elementary School Kelly J. Brewer, 05/01/02, 3.7 yrs. Gina C. Funk, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Summit Park Elementary School Jane D. Engwall, 06/30/02, 1 yr.

Timonium Elementary School Stacey L. Allen, 06/30/02, 6 yrs. Victory Villa Elementary School Lucy F. Hoke, 06/30/02, 3 yrs. Winand Elementary School Denise C. Magee Groves, 06/30/02, 5. 8 yrs. Woodmoor Elementary School Miriam Singer, 04/26/02, 5 mos. SECONDARY – 32 Arbutus Middle School Tammy L. Devlin, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Maricarmen R. DiPietro, 06/30/02, 3 yrs. Stacie J. Mills, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Carver Center for Arts and Technology Heather L. Tuttle, 04/15/02, 8 mos. Deep Creek Middle School John F. Billington, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Deer Park Middle Magnet School Michael A. Brown, 06/30/02, 1.4 yrs. Eastmond P. Buckner, 06/30/02, 3.8 yrs. Jason L. McElroy, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Clariese F. Ragins, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Eastern Technical High School Christopher Owings, 06/30/02, 3 yrs. Franklin Middle School Amy S. Womaski, 06/30/02, 2 yrs. Golden Ring Middle School Michael A. Huether, 06/30/02, 8 mos.

DOP: 4/24/02

RESIGNATIONS April 23, 2002

Kenwood High School David Awrachow, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Peter G. Desimone, 06/30/02, 8 mos. Lansdowne High School Gary Antoine, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Milford Mill Academy James R. Sims, 06/30/02, 7 mos. Old Court Middle School Michelle M. Messina, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Overlea High School Kevin A. Green, 03/26/02, 7 mos. Darin K. Wiggins, 03/13/02, 3.7 yrs. Ronald M. Windows, 04/10/02, 2. 8 yrs. Parkville Middle School Victoria L. Farber, 06/30/02, 8 yrs. Jason D. Tritle, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Donald S. Walling, 06/30/02, 2 yrs.

Patapsco High School Robyn G. Dudley, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Pikesville High School Jennifer Arrogancia, 06/30/02, 9 yrs. Timothy S. Fowler, 06/30/02, 14 yrs. Southwest Academy Carrie A. Keeney, 04/18/02, 8 mos. Marijane S. Stokes, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Sudbrook Magnet Middle School Crystal A. Wacke, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Western School of Technology Amy M. Fine, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Jorge A. Kuznetzoff, 06/30/02, 1 yr. Woodlawn Middle School Richard A. Blackwell, 06/30/02, 2 yrs.

SEPARATIONS FROM LEAVE – 32 Jennifer Andres, granted Child Rearing Leave, 01/25/01-06/30/02, resigning 04/12/02, 2.8 yrs. Mary K. Ballweber, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 03/19/02, 5.7 yrs. Verena M. Brown, granted Child Rearing Leave, 09/08/00-09/08/02, resigning 06/30/02, 6 yrs. Colleen Byrnes, granted Child Rearing Leave, 08/28/00-08/28/02, resigning, 06/30/02, 5 yrs. Lydia M. Claborn, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 4 yrs. Lynn G. Cottle, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 03/14/02, 2.7 yrs. Natalie P. Dewberry-Moore, granted Academic Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 6 yrs. Meredith H. Donahue, granted Child Rearing Leave, 09/23/00-06.30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 6 yrs. Deborah Dziennik, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 8 yrs. Alyssa B. Ehrsam, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 11 yrs. Nancy L. Fannon, granted Child Rearing Leave, 04/28/00-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 12 yrs. Susan A. Furnary, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 8 yrs. Stephanie Gamble, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 07/01/02-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 4 yrs. Valerie C. Kilgallon, granted Child Rearing Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/01/02, 8 yrs. Theresa M. Kraemer, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 04/16/02, 6.8 yrs. Kathy S. Kruft, granted Child Rearing Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 03/14/02, 15.7 yrs. Kristen N. Litsinger, granted Child Rearing Leave, 02/12/01-02/12/03, resigning 06/30/02, 7 yrs. Jenna L. Loomis, granted Child Rearing Leave, 05/11/00-06/30/02, resigning 05/31/02, 7.9 yrs. Kelly L. Maddox, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 4 yrs. Shawn M. McNulty, granted Child Rearing Leave, 04/28/00-04/28/02, resigning 04/28/02, 10.8 yrs. Colleen E. Moore, granted Child Rearing Leave, 03/19/00-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 5 yrs. Jill S. Mull, granted Child Rearing Leave, 11/01/00-06/30/02, resigning 3/26/02, 5.7 yrs. Deanne M. Nelson, granted Personal Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 16.4 yrs. Denise L. Owens, granted Child Rearing Leave, 07/01/00-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 5 yrs. Jennifer G. Ritchie, granted Unusual or Imperative Leave, 07/01/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 5 yrs. Jennifer S. Sabad, granted Child Rearing Leave, 07/01/00-06/30/02, resigning 3/17/02, 6.7 yrs. Michelle D. Stack, granted Child Rearing Leave, 11/17/99-11/17/01, resigning 11/16/01, 29.3 yrs. Amy D. Stevens, granted Child Rearing Leave, 10/25/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 11 yrs. Lisa D. Vermillion, granted Child Rearing Leave, 09/15/00-09/15/02, resigning 04/01/02, 7.7 yrs. Joanne C. Wesolowski, granted Child Rearing Leave, 10/10/01-06/30/02, resigning 06/30/02, 8 yrs. Kimberly D. Wilson, granted Child Rearing Leave, 12/31/00-12/21/02, resigning 04/09/02, 11.7 yrs.

RESIGNATIONS April 23, 2002

Kimberly D. Zagurski, granted Child Rearing Leave, 02/16/00-02/16/02, resigning 02/16/02, 11.6 yrs.

Exhibit H

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

April 23, 2002

LEAVES

CHILD REARING LEAVES KATHLEEN ALBERG – On Leave Effective April 22, 2002 through April 22, 2004 DOROTHY L. BUDAR-DANOFF – Franklin Middle School Effective April 6, 2002 through June 30, 2004 INGRID CARR – Pine Grove Middle School Effective April 8, 2002 through June 30, 2004 BETH-ANN K. COLE – Bear Creek Elementary School (Guidance Counselor) Effective June 25, 2002 through June 25, 2004 LEAH B. DICKENS – On Leave Effective April 13, 2002 through April 13, 2004 KRISTI S. GILES – Dumbarton Middle School Effective March 15, 2002 through March 15, 2004 ERIN M. HOWELL – Patapsco High School Effective March 28, 2002 through June 30, 2003 CAREN S. HYDE – Lutherville Laboratory Effective April 8, 2002 through April 8, 2003 CHRISTINE KRESSMAN – On Leave Effective March 1, 2002 through March 1, 2004 CATHERINE A. LIPPA – Sandy Plains Elementary School Effective June 4, 2002 through June 30, 2004 JENNIFER C. MCFEATERS – On Leave Effective April 3, 2002 through April 3, 2004 MELANIE K. ROLFES – Oakleigh Elementary School (Administrative Secretary II) Effective March 9, 2002 through March 9,, 2004 CARRIE L. SMITH – Deer Park Magnet Middle School Effective May 28, 2002 through June 30, 2004 LISA G. STEWART – Seventh District Elementary School Effective April 28, 2002 through April 28, 2004

DOP: 4/24/2002

LEAVES 2 April 23, 2002 MELANIE S. UPDIKE – Perry Hall High School (Guidance Counselor) Effective April 12, 2002 through April 12, 2004 GINA D. WILLIAMS – Seneca Elementary School Effective July 20, 2002 through July 20, 2004

DOP: 4/24/2002

Exhibit I

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

April 23, 2002

DECEASED

The Board gratefully acknowledges the service of the employee listed below:

CAROL L. EDWARDS Special Education White Oak School

April 5, 2002

DOP: 4/24/2002

Exhibit J

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

April 23, 2002

RECOMMENDED APPOINTMENT

NAME FROM TO STACEY L. DURKOVIC Mentor/Trainer Assistant Principal (Effective April 24, 2002) Winand Elementary School Timber Grove Elementary School (Replacing Shirley Gordon, retired)

DOP: 4/24/2002

Exhibit

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

April 23, 2002

RECOMMENDED APPOINTMENT

ADDENDUM

NAME FROM TO DAVID LUKES Resource Teacher Supervisor (Effective July 1, 2002) Gifted Education/Magnet Programs Gifted Education/Magnet Programs (New Position)

DOP: 4/24/2002

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DATE: March 22, 2002 TO: BOARD OF EDUCATION FROM: Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent SUBJECT: Recommendations for Award of Contracts Board Exhibit – April 23, 2002 ORIGINATOR: Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services RESOURCE PERSON(S): Patrick Fannon, Controller; Richard Gay, Purchasing Manager

RECOMMENDATION That the Board of Education approves the recommendations for award of contracts Board Exhibit for the April 23, 2002 board meeting.

***** See the attached list of contract recommendations presented for consideration by the Board of Education of Baltimore County. MA/xxx Appendix I – Recommendations for Award of Contracts – Board Exhibit Revised 4/22/02

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Recommendations for Award of Contracts Board Exhibit – April 23, 2002

The following contract recommendations are presented for consideration by the Board of Education of Baltimore County. 1. Contracted Services: Electrician Services Award Value: $158,344.99 at Various Schools A-L Abatement, Inc.

To ensure opening day occupancy for the school year beginning August, 2001, at the following elementary schools, additional urgent electrical services were needed where Aging School Construction work was in progress. A-L Abatement was hired and completed urgent electrical installations to meet code. These services were utilized at the following sites:

School Amount Arbutus Elementary School $3,356.00 Baltimore Highlands Elementary School $3,254.00 Battle Grove Elementary School $3,251.00 Bear Creek Elementary School $4,435.00 Bedford Elementary School $3,423.00 Campfield Alternative Middle School $3,311.00 Carroll Manor Elementary School $1,846.00 Chapel Hill Elementary School $3,147.00 Chadwick Elementary School $2,030.00 Chase Elementary School $3,934.39 Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School $4,926.00 Dundalk Elementary School $2,977.00 Featherbed Lane Elementary School $3,502.00 Fifth District Elementary School $2,028.00 Fort Garrison Elementary School $3,308.00 Franklin Elementary School $1,624.00 Glenmar Elementary School $3,863.00 Grange Elementary School $2,276.00 Gunpowder Elementary School $2,030.00 Hampton Elementary School $4,391.00 Hawthorne Elementary School $4,866.00 Hebbville Elementary School $2,066.00 Hillcrest Elementary School $2,030.00

Lutherville Elementary School $3,474.00 Mars Estates Elementary School $7,863.00 Middleborough Elementary School $3,517.00 Middlesex Elementary School $3,421.00 Norwood Elementary School $7,023.00

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Orems Elementary School $2,391.00 Owings Mills Elementary School $5,838.00 Perry Hall Elementary School $4,411.00 Pleasant Plains Elementary School $2,268.00 Prettyboy Elementary School $2,984.00 Riderwood Elementary School $2,030.00 Riverview Elementary School $4,258.00 Rodgers Forge Elementary School $3,576.00 Sussex Elementary School $4,115.00 Timbergrove Elementary School $2,030.00 Timonium Elementary School $2,928.00 Villa Cresta Elementary School $5,008.00 Villa Cresta Elementary School $4,334.00 Wellwood Elementary School $2,292.00 Westowne Elementary School $3,244.00 Woodmoor Elementary School $6,491.00 Woodmoor Elementary School $2,974.60

Funding for these invoices, payable to A-L Abatement, Inc., Baltimore, MD, will be supplied through the Major Maintenance accounts.

2. Supplies Contract: Plumbing Supplies Estimated Annual Value: $250,000 Four-Year Bid Estimated Award Value: $1,000,000 Contract # 3-342-02

A four-year bid to purchase Plumbing Supplies was issued on January 10, 2002, to 20 vendors. Twelve responses were received, of which two were no bids. The specifications were developed in conjunction with the Office of Maintenance and the bidders at a pre-bid meeting. The specifications were designed to qualify products and to obtain pricing for the purchase and delivery of plumbing supplies. Installation will be provided through the Office of Maintenance.

Award of contract is recommended to the following responsive and responsible vendors offering the lowest aggregate price per manufacturer or item description.

Award Bidders Product

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. Copper Victaulic, Elkhart & Mueller components, Baltimore, MD TACO Components, Apollo components, butterfly

valves, check valves, Delta faucets, and Moen faucets

Noland Company Halsey Taylor components

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Frederick, MD Schumacher & Seiler, Inc. McDonnell & Miller components and chrome Timonium, MD compression valve Hojaca Corporation Symmons components and Sloan components Baltimore, MD

McArdle & Walsh, Inc. Toilet seats Timonium, MD

D-S Pipe & Supply Co., Inc. Gate & waste valves, Bell & Gossett components, Baltimore, MD and soft copper tubing

The estimated award value for this contract is $250,000 per year based upon historical purchase of these products. Funding will be provided by the operating budget of the Office of Maintenance, Aging School Funding, and Capital Projects.

3. AVID Center Pilot Program FY 2001-2002 Estimated Award Value: $98,248.00 Contract # 1-102-02 Total Projected Award Value: $138,000.00 3 Year Contract AVID Center

It has been determined that in accordance with Board of Education Policy 3215 and Superintendent’s Rule 3215 that this procurement does qualify and meet the criteria to be considered a sole source procurement. The AVID program is a copyrighted program only offered under the auspices of the AVID Center. They are nationally recognized as a one of a kind program whose materials are deemed proprietary. There appears to be no other comparable program that meets the established objective evaluation criteria set by the Equity and Assurance Department. The criteria that Dr. Barbara Dezmon used to make a determination on this program is based in the Superintendent’s desire that an initiative be instituted that would prepare minority and poor students, who are presumably at educational risk socially, emotionally, or academically, for post secondary education. Beginning with the next school year, the AVID program will be implemented in 8 high schools including Woodlawn H.S., Randallstown H.S., Milford Mill Academy, Parkville High Center and four other schools to be named later.

The AVID Center is a non-profit educational organization that offers a new and creative way to improve the educational outcome of our minority at risk student population. This is the only known program that offers a focus to reach out to the average student in an effort to support their educational development and success in college. The AVID Program utilizes a unique set of staff development, strategies and focus. Core teachers are trained in the methodologies to assist average students in overcoming the barriers to college acceptance. The strategies include a daily AVID class conducted by an AVID

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trained teacher with support from local college students who serve as group leaders, mentors, and evaluators. The focus of each AVID class is on writing, inquiry, and collaboration. Students attend AVID content classes where a rigorous approach is used to allow the students to genuinely learn the materials. Students agree to do more work including two hours of homework a night, keeping a daily journal, using the Cornell Note Taking System, and writing, writing, and more writing! Students are trained to ask questions, write questions, research questions, and find the highest cognitive level of learning.

The AVID program is unique in that it is a course or class that is offered to students during the school day. It involves the interaction and direction of administrators, counselors, and teachers, as well as ESOL staff. It also includes a tutorial program focused primarily on learning acceleration components rather than remediation. It is adaptable for inclusion into routine classroom methodologies and school programs and includes on-site follow-up and monitoring of its implementation at the school by the AVID Center. The AVID Center has been in operation since 1980 and has had measurable success in California, Virginia, North Carolina, and Kentucky. Their documented success has led to lower dropout rates, a significantly higher number of students going on to college, and an increase in the number of students continuing on to college and graduating. The program over the next three years will be evaluated against all of Maryland’s academic assessment requirements.

AVID was founded in 1980 with the goal of improving the academic achievement of minority students who did not appear to be preparing adequately, or achieving at sufficiently high enough levels, to gain entrance to four-year colleges or universities. Project AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination), which is nationally renowned and currently in over 3,000 schools throughout the country, is a program designed for secondary-level youth in grades 6-12 to enhance their likelihood of enrolling in a four-year college or university. Average students believed to have college potential, but may be at risk not to attend college or considered borderline, are placed in AVID classes where they receive the necessary psychological, social, and academic supports and techniques that will enable them to succeed academically.

AVID is carefully structured to include a school-wide team that is put into place at the outset of a school’s decision to embark upon the program. Teams are composed of the school principal, head counselor, AVID teacher, and teachers in English, foreign languages, history, science, and mathematics. This comprehensive team receives one week of training in the summer, plus monthly follow-up training provided by AVID lead teachers and/or regional AVID centers. School-wide teams are key to the program’s success, since teachers in different content areas, along with the principal and counselor, understand the program’s goals and structure and how they relate to their campus’ particular climate and culture. This site team provides ongoing training to other staff in

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instructional and classroom management techniques to enhance academic achievement among students.

AVID is infused into the school improvement plan for the specific school. Instructional methodologies are central to AVID. They include: collaborative learning groups, inquiry and Socratic instructional approaches, and writing to facilitate learning. All students and staff benefit from these methodologies. Certain students are selected to be AVID students. So designated, these students will be scheduled for an elective AVID class during their regular school day. A faculty member will have been trained to conduct this class. This period, a key component of the program, will feature counseling as well as tutoring in areas where students experience difficulty. Again, the special AVID classes are regularly scheduled classes and are offered in elective periods. At the high school level, students who begin the classes in 9th grade will continue them through grade 12. At the middle school level, AVID is incorporated into 8th grade, and then into 7th and 6th grade in succession.

College enrollment rates for AVID students are impressive, especially when one considers that it recruits students who would not normally be placed in the college track of their high schools. Since 1990, over 5,000 students have graduated from AVID programs. In 1996, the program served over 20,000 minority students in 134 high schools around the country. Over 90 percent of AVID graduates enroll in college, with over 60 percent enrolling in four-year colleges.

Funding Source will be from minority achievement funds in the 2001-2002 budget.

4. Vehicles (Trucks & Sedan) Estimated Award Value: $69,912 Existing Bids with Howard County & Montgomery County

The Board of Education approved bids for the purchase of Automobiles (August 12, 2001) and Trucks (March 12, 2002). The Office of Transportation is seeking approval for the purchase of additional vehicles: 2 trucks and 1 sedan. Due to procurement efficiencies, there is approximately $100,000 available from previously approved funds for the purchase of these additional vehicles which will be added to the transportation fleet.

Award of contract will remain with the original Board approved vendors: Millers Chevrolet, Ellicott City, MD in the amount of $47,350 and Norris Ford, Baltimore, MD in the amount of $22,562 for a total of $69,912. Funding will be provided by a multi-year lease/purchase agreement.

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Revised 4/22/02

DATE:

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO :

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Award of Contract - Cafeteria Window Replacement at Dundalk MiddleSchool

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department of PhysicalFacilitiesRichard Cassell, Administrator, Office of Engineering and ConstructionMohammed Mufti, Architect, Office of Engineering and Construction

RECOMMENDATION

That the Board of Education approves an award of contract .

Award of Contract - Cafeteria Window Replacement at Dundalk Middle School.

Appendix I - Recommendation for Award of Contract

On April 9, 2002, three (3) bids were received for the replacement of the cafeteriawindows at Dundalk Middle School - Bid #5-550-02 . This project consists of the demolition ofexisting windows, asbestos abatement, and replacing with new vented windows and venetianblinds . A summary of the bids is attached . Based on the bids received, the Department ofPhysical Facilities recommends an award of the contract to Debra's Glass Inc ., the lowestresponsive bidder, in the amount of $62,070.00.

At this time, we are also requesting a 10% Change Order Allocation in the amount of$6,207.00 to cover any unforeseen conditions and minor changes to the contract, to be authorizedand approved by the Building Committee in accordance with Board Policy.

APPROVED :

Recommendation for Award of Contract for Cafeteria Window Replacementat Dundalk Middle School

April 23, 2002

Funding for this project is available from the State ofMaryland Aging Schools Program .

Appendix I

Baltimore County Public SchoolsDundalk Middle School - Cafeteria Window ReplacementBid Number: 5-550-02April 9, 2002

Bidder's Name

Debra's Glass Inc .

Base Bid Price:

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$62,070.00

Spear Window & Glass

$72,325 .00

Orlando Sales & Painting

$69,000 .00

DATE :

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO :

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Award of Contract - Gymnasium Renovations at Lansdowne MiddleSchool

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department of PhysicalFacilitiesRichard Cassell, Administrator, Office of Engineering and ConstructionMohammed Mufti, Architect, Office of Engineering and Construction

RECOMMENDATION

That the Board of Education approves an award of contract .

Award of Contract - Gymnasium Renovations at Lansdowne Middle School .

Appendix I - Recommendation for Award of Contract

Recommendation for Award of Contract - Lansdowne Middle SchoolGymnasium Renovations

April 23, 2002

Appendix I

On April 10, 2002, four (4) bids were received for the renovations to the gymnasium atLansdowne Middle School - Bid #5-555-02 . This project consists of demolition of the existingfloor, bleachers, basketball goals, finishes, lighting, and replacing with new bleachers, newflooring system, new lighting, and associated finishes . A summary of the bids is attached. Basedon the bids received, the Department of Physical Facilities recommends an award of the contractto Ruskey & Company, Inc., the lowest responsive bidder, in the amount of $179,830.00 for theBase Bid and Alternates l, 2, and 4.

At this time, we are also requesting a 10% Change Order Allocation in the amount of$17,983 .00 to cover any unforeseen conditions and minor changes to the contract, to beauthorized and approved by the Building Committee in accordance with Board Policy .

Funding for this project is available from the State of Maryland Qualified Zone AcademyBond (QZAB) Program .

APPROVED:

Baltimore County Public SchoolsLansdowne Middle School - Gymnasium RenovationsBid Number : 5-555-02April 10, 2002

Bidder's Name

Ruskey & Company Pikounis Construction The Knott Group Phillips Way

Base Bid Price : $96,900.00 $123,000.00 $95286 .00 $110,000.00

Alternate #1 : Provide electricallyoperated bleachers in lieu of $2,89000 $3,000.00 $300.00 $3,300 .00manual bleachers.

Alternate #2 : Replace six existing $17,640 .00 $25,000.00 $23,900.00 $29,000.00basketball backboards .

Alternate #3: Replace existingwood floor with existing sub-floor $46,600.00 $56,000 .00 $58,800.00 $93,200 .00to remain

Alternate #4: Replace existingwood floor and existing sub-floor. $62,400.00 $70,000 .00 $93,200.00 $71,000 .00

Base Bid Plus Alternates #1, #2 $179.830.00 $221,000 $212,686.00 $213,300.00& #4 :

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DATE:

April 23, 2002

TO:

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM :

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Award of Contract - New Electrical Feeders and Retaining Wallat Overlea High School

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department ofPhysical FacilitiesRichard Cassell, Administrator, Office of Engineering andConstructionVladimir Mukasey, Electrical Engineer, Office of Engineering andConstruction

RECOMMENDATION

That the Board of Education approves an award of contract .

Award of Contract - New Electrical Feeders and Retaining Wall at Overlea High School .

Appendix I - Recommendation for Award of Contract

On April 8, 2002, six (6) bids were received to provide new electrical feederslines and replace an existing retaining wall at Overlea High School - Bid #5-552-02 . Thisproject consists of replacing the existing electrical feeders wiring found in a collapsingunderground duct-bank and replacing an existing masonry retaining wall located adjacentto this work site . A summary of the bids received is attached . Based on the bidsreceived, the Department of Physical Facilities recommends an award of contract to JAN-EL Contracting, Inc., the lowest responsive bidder, in the amount of $ 193,000.00

At this time, we are also requesting approval of a 10% Change Order Allocationin the amount of $19,300.00 to cover any unforeseen conditions and minor changes tothe contract, to be authorized and approved by the Building Committee in accordancewith Board Policy.

Funding for this project is available in the Maryland State Aging Schools Programfor FY 2002.

APPROVED :

Recommendation for Award of ContractNew Electrical Feeders and Retaining Wall at Overlea High School

April 23, 2002

Donald F.Executive Direc

Appendix I

Baltimore County Public SchoolsOverlea High School - New Electrical Feeders/Retaining WallBid Number: 5-552-02Bid Due Date : April 8, 2002

Base Bid Price :

Bidder's Name

Jan-EI Contracting, P.D . Valley ElectricInc . Company

Delta WiringSystems

Fitzgerald ElectricCompany

Urban Francis LLC OrfanosContractors

$193,000.00 $193,380.00 $215,575.00 $236,500 .00 $242,000 .00 $346,650.00

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

DATE :

April 23, 2002

TO :

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Award of Contract- Parking Lot Improvements at WellwoodInternational School

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department ofPhysical FacilitiesRichard Cassell, Administrator, Office of Engineering andConstructionMark J. Camponeschi, Supervisor - Civil Engineering, Office ofEngineering and Construction

RECOMMENDATION

That the Board of Education approves an award of contract .

Award of Contract - Parking Lot Improvements at Wellwood International School .

Appendix I - Recommendation for Award of Contract

Recommendation for Award of ContractParking Lot Improvements - Wellwood International School

April 23, 2002

Appendix I

On March 22, 2002, five (5) bids were received for parking lotimprovements at Wellwood International School - Bid #5-523-02 . This project consistsof expanding the existing parking lot by providing twelve additional parking spaces andconstruction of a passenger discharge area .

A summary of the bid results is attached .Based on the bids received, the Department of Physical Facilities recommends an awardof contract to Melvin Benhoff Sons, Inc ., the lowest responsive bidder, in the amount of$35,683 .00 for the Base Bid and Add Alternate #1, #2, and #3. These Add Alternatesinclude constructing ten additional parking spaces, installation of a section of chain linkfencing, and construction of two curb ramps .

At this time, we are also requesting approval of a 10% Change OrderAllocation in the amount of $3,568.00 to cover any unforeseen conditions and minorchanges to the contract, to be authorized and approved by the Building Committee inaccordance with Board Policy.

Funding for this project is available from Capital Budget Project # 672 -Site Improvements .

APPROVED:

Baltimore County Public SchoolsWellwood International School - Parking Lot ImprovementsBid Number: 5-523-02Bid Due Date : March 22, 2002

Bidder's Name

Melvin Benhof Sons, Central Maintenance American Asphalt Meekins Construction VMP ConstructionInc .

Base Bid Price : twelveparking spaces and $24,737.25 $28,458.00 $28,274.00 $34,000.00 $77,890.00passenger drop-off loop.

Alternate #1 : Construct five $4,600.80 $5,852 .00 $6,214.00 $6,940 .00 $7,000.00additional parking spaces .

Alternate #2 : Construct fiveadditional parking spaces $5,051 .80 $7,679.00 $6,522.00 $5,055 .00 $8,000.00and install chain linkfencing .

Alternate #3 : Construct $2,572 .18 $1,878.00 $2,805.00 $2,375.00 $6,000.00concrete walkway.

Alternate #4: Construct two $1,293.70 $1,778.00 $3,574.00 $2,700 .00 $7,000.00curb ramps.

Base Bid Plus Alternate #1, $35,683.55 $43,767.00 $44,584.00 $48,695.00 $99,890.00#2 S #3:

DATE:

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO:

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Award of Contract - Gymnasium Renovations at Woodlawn MiddleSchool

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department of PhysicalFacilitiesRichard Cassell, Administrator, Office of Engineering and ConstructionMohammed Mufti, Architect, Office of Engineering and Construction

RECOMMENDATION

That the Board of Education approves an award of contract .

Award of Contract - Gymnasium Renovations at Woodlawn Middle School .

Appendix I - Recommendation for Award of Contract

APPROVED :

Recommendation for Award of Contract - Gymnasium Renovationsat Woodlawn Middle School

April 23, 2002

mpel, Ph.D .Di"rector

Appendix I

On April 10, 2002, four (4) bids were received for renovations to the gymnasium atWoodlawn Middle School - Bid #5-554-02 . This project consists of demolition of the existingfloor, bleachers, basketball goals, finishes, translucent wall panels, and replacing these with newbleachers, new flooring system, vented translucent wall panels, and associated finishes . Asummary of the bids is attached. Based on the bids received, the Department of PhysicalFacilities recommends an award of the contract to Ruskey & Company, Inc., the lowestresponsive bidder, in the amount of $260,925 .00 for the Base Bid and all three Add Alternates .

At this time, we are also requesting a 10% Change Order Allocation in the amount of$26,092 .50 to cover any unforeseen conditions and minor changes to the contract, to beauthorized and approved by the Building Committee in accordance with Board Policy.

Funding for this project is available from the State of Maryland Qualified Zone AcademyBond Program (QZAB).

Baltimore County Public SchoolsWoodlawn Middle School - Gymnasium RenovationsBid Number: 5-554-02April 10, 2002

Bidder's Name

Ruskey & Company Pikounis Construction The Knott Group Phillips Way

Base Bid Price : $225,500.00 $247,000.00 $256,500 .00 $258,000 .00

Alternate #1 : Provide electricallyoperated bleachers in lieu of $5,775.00 $8,000 .00 $9,000.00 $6,200.00manual bleachers .Alternate #2 : Replace manualbasketball goals with electrically $20,300.00 $23,000.00 $25,500.00 $34,000.00operated system.

Alternate #3: Replace the $9,350 .00 $9,600.00 $11,500.00 $12,000.00existing score board.

Base Bid Plus Alternates #1, I $260.925.00 $287,000 .00 I $302,500.00 I $310,200.00#2, & #3 :

DATE:

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO:

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Fee Acceptance - Design Services for Science Room Renovations atFranklin High School

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department of PhysicalFacilitiesRichard Cassell, Administrator, Office of Engineering and ConstructionLeonard Collevecchio, Mechanical Engineer, Office of Engineering andConstruction

That the Board of Education approves a negotiated fee .

Appendix I - Request for Fee Acceptance

RECOMMENDATION

Fee Acceptance - Design Services for Science Room Renovations at Franklin High School .

APPROVED:

Request for Fee Acceptance - Design Services for Science Room Renovationsat Franklin High School

April 23, 2002

On March 12, 2002, the Board of Education granted the Department of Physical Facilities

approval to enter into negotiations with Colimore Gallow Associates, Inc . (formerly Colimore

Clarke Associates, Inc.) to provide design services for the science room renovations planned forFranklin High School . These design services are for the complete renovations to nine (9) science

classrooms and six (6) preparation rooms .

The Department of Physical Facilities requests approval of a not-to-exceed fee of$200,000.00 with Colimore Gallow Associates, Inc ., to investigate the existing conditions;

prepare schematic designs, design development documents, and construction documents ; provide

bidding phase services, construction administration services, and submission of all necessarydocumentation for State review and approval .

Funding for these services is available in the Capital Budget Project #666 -

Alterations/Code Updates/Restorations .

Appendix I

DATE :

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO :

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Fee Acceptance - Design Services for Science Room Renovations atPatapsco High School

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department of PhysicalFacilitiesRichard Cassell, Administrator, Office of Engineering and ConstructionLeonard Collevecchio, Mechanical Engineer, Office of Engineering andConstruction

That the Board of Education approves a negotiated fee .

Appendix I - Request for Fee Acceptance

RECOMMENDATION

Fee Acceptance - Design Services for Science Room Renovations at Patapsco High School .

APPROVED:

Donald Ph.D.Executi irector

Request for Fee AcceptanceDesign Services for Science Room Renovations

at Patapsco High SchoolApril 23, 2002

Appendix I

On March 12, 2002, the Board of Education granted the Department of Physical Facilitiesapproval to enter into negotiations with Colimore Gallow Associates, Inc . (formerly ColimoreClarke Associates, Inc.) to provide design services for the science room renovations planned forPatapsco High School . These design services are for the complete renovations to two scienceclassrooms, one student project room, one preparation room, and one greenhouse .

The Department of Physical Facilities requests approval of a not-to-exceed fee of$80,000.00 with Colimore Gallow Associates, Inc ., to investigate the existing conditions ; prepareschematic designs, design development documents, and construction documents ; provide biddingphase services, construction administration services, and submission of all necessarydocumentation for State review and approval .

Funding for these services is available in the Capital Budget Project #666 -Alterations/Code Updates/Restorations.

DATE:

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO:

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM :

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Fee Acceptance - Design Services and Construction Administration forReroofing Project at Kenwood High School

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department of PhysicalFacilitiesCornell S. Brown, Administrator, Office of Comprehensive MaintenanceMacArthur Chavis, Project Administrator, Office of ComprehensiveMaintenance

That the Board of Education approves a negotiated fee .

Appendix I - Request for Fee Acceptance

RECOMMENDATION

Fee Acceptance - Design Services for Reroofmg Project at Kenwood High School .

The Fiscal Year 2002 Capital Budget includes funding for replacing the roof at KenwoodHigh School . This project will require a consultant to prepare the necessary constructiondocuments to replace the existing roof. On March 23, 1999, the Board approved the selection ofLaw Engineering, Inc . as an on-call roofing consultant . The Department of Physical Facilitieshas negotiated a fee of $45,354 .00 for the consultant to perform the design, prepare theconstruction documents, assist in the bidding phase, and provide construction administrationservices for this reroofing project .

The Department of Physical Facilities recommends acceptance of this negotiated fee of$45,354.00 with Law Engineering, Inc . Funding for these services is available in the CapitalBudget Project #671 -Roof Replacement .

Request for Fee AcceptanceDesign Services and Construction Administration for Reroofing Project

at Kenwood High SchoolApril 23, 2002

Appendix I

DATE :

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO:

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT :

Fee Acceptance - Design Services and Construction Administration forReroofing Project at Patapsco High School

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department of PhysicalFacilitiesCornell S. Brown, Administrator, Office of Comprehensive MaintenanceMacArthur Chavis, Project Administrator, Office of ComprehensiveMaintenance

That the Board of Education approves a negotiated fee .

Appendix I - Request for Fee Acceptance

RECOMMENDATION

Fee Acceptance - Design Services for Reroofing Project at Patapsco High School .

The Department of Physical Facilities recommends acceptance of this negotiated fee of$67,645 .21 with Gale Associates, Inc . Funding for these services is available in the CapitalBudget Project #671 - Roof Replacement .

APPROVED:

Request for Fee AcceptanceDesign Services and Construction Administration for Reroofing Project

at Patapsco High SchoolApril 23, 2002

The Fiscal Year 2002 Capital Budget includes funding for replacing the roof at PatapscoHigh School . This project will require a consultant to prepare the necessary constructiondocuments to replace the existing roof. On March 23, 1999, the Board approved the selection ofGale Associates, Inc . as an on-call roofing consultant . The Department of Physical Facilities hasnegotiated a fee of $67,645 .21 for the consultant to perform the design, prepare the constructiondocuments, assist in the bidding phase, and provide construction administration services for thisreroofing project .

Appendix I

DATE :

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO :

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Fee Acceptance for Construction Inspection Services for MajorMaintenance Renovation Projects at Various Elementary Schools

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department of PhysicalFacilitiesRichard Cassell, Administrator, Office of Engineering and ConstructionPhillip E. Schied, Program Manager, Office of Engineering andConstruction

RECOMMENDATION

That the Board of Education approves a request for a fee acceptance .

Fee Acceptance - Construction Inspection Services for Major Maintenance Renovation Projectsat Various Elementary Schools .

Appendix I - Request for Fee Acceptance .

Request for Fee Acceptance for Construction Inspection Services for Major MaintenanceRenovation Projects at Various Elementary Schools

April 23, 2002

Per the terms of the Agreement to Extend Program Management Agreement Phase II,dated November 6, 2000 with 3D/International, the field construction inspection for Phase IIprojects is included in the scope of services to be provided by the Program Manager. In order toensure quality inspection services, the Department of Physical Facilities will directly monitorand supervise the daily activities and reporting of all field construction inspectors. To accomplishthis monitoring, the Department of Physical Facilities will provide four (4) Regional Inspectors .

Construction has started on thirty-three (33) of the Phase II projects with the remainder ofthe projects to be under construction by the end of this month. The Department of PhysicalFacilities has been able to monitor the inspectors thus far . As the construction activity increases,the Department of Physical Facilities does not have the required resources to effectively staff theRegional Inspector positions . Permission is requested of the Board of Education to approve theuse of the Baltimore County on-call inspection agencies to fill three (3) of the four (4) RegionalInspector positions . These Regional Inspectors will report directly to the Department of PhysicalFacilities

At this time, the Department of Physical Facilities requests approval of not-to-exceedfees in the amounts of $150,000.00 with JMT, Inc ., to provide two (2) Regional Inspectors, and$75,000.00 with E2SI to provide one (1) Regional Inspector . Baltimore County Public Schoolswill be charged only for the actual regular hours worked, overtime hours worked, and mileagedriven to work sites .

Funding for these services is available from Capital Budget Project #665 - MajorMaintenance .

APPROVED:

Appendix I

DATE :

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO:

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Request for Change Order - Carpentry/Roofing at New Town HighSchool

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department of PhysicalFacilitiesRichard Cassell, Administrator, Office of Engineering and ConstructionKurt Buckler, Head of Engineering, Office of Engineering andConstruction

That the Board of Education approves a request for a change order.

Request for Change Order - Carpentry/Roofing at New Town High School .

Appendix I - Request for Change Order

RECOMMENDATION

Request for Change OrderCarpentry/Roofing at New Town High School

April 23, 2002

On November 20, 2001, the Board of Education approved an award of contract withHancock & Albanese to complete the 6A Carpentry Package at New Town High School . At thesame time, the Board granted approval to award a contract to Citiroof, Inc . for the 7A RoofingPackage. Part of this project includes the provision of metal panel roofing system to be installedover plywood sheathing along all sloped sections of the new roof. As originally bid, Citiroof,Inc . would install the metal roofing panels along with insulation over the plywood sheathinginstalled by Hancock and Albanese . After reviewing schedules and construction means andmethods with all the Contractors, it became apparent that Citiroof, Inc . should provide and installthe plywood sheathing for metal panel roofing system in an effort to minimize coordinationproblems . Hancock & Albanese has agreed to credit Baltimore County Public Schools$122,800.00 for deleting the installation of plywood sheathing from their contract . Citiroof, Inc .has also agreed to accept an increase in their contract in the amount of $122,800 .00 to includethe installation of this plywood sheathing in their contract .

At this time, the Department of Physical Facilities requests approval to increase the 7ARoofing Package at New Town High School and decrease the 6A Carpentry Package in theamount of $122,800 .00 . No additional funding approval is necessary since no increase in theoverall project cost will occur .

APPROVED :

Donald F . Krempel, Ph .D .Executive Director

Appendix I

DATE:

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO :

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT :

Request for Change Order - Various Construction Packages at NewTown High School

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department of PhysicalFacilitiesRichard Cassell, Administrator, Office of Engineering and ConstructionKurt Buckler, Head of Engineering, Office of Engineering andConstruction

That the Board of Education approves a request for change orders .

Request for Change Order - Various Construction Packages at New Town High School .

Appendix I - Request for Change Order .

RECOMMENDATION

Request for Change Orders to Various Construction Packagesat New Town High School

April 23, 2002

In order to meet the scheduled September 2003 opening for New Town High School, itwas necessary to bid and award several construction packages prior to the final completion oftheentire design . When the total design was completed and bid in December 2001, those contractorsalready working on the quick-start construction packages were requested to review the finaldesign documents and submit a description of all changes to their original bid along with adetailed cost proposal . These changes along with the proposed cost adjustments have beenreviewed by the project's Architectural/Engineering Team, the Construction Manager, and ourin-house engineering staff and have been found reasonable . Based upon this review, theDepartment of Physical Facilities recommends changes in the following amounts : Package 4AMasonry with CF Masonry in the amount of $28,244 .00, Packagel5A Mechanical with TowsonMechanical in the amount of $24,974 .00, and Package 16A Electrical with Crown Electric in theamount of $15,815 .00 .

Funding for these change orders is available from Capital Budget Project # 625 - NewTown High School .

APPROVED

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D .Executive Director

Appendix I

DATE:

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO:

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM :

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Request for Change Order - Addition and Renovation at RandallstownElementary School

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S):

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department of PhysicalFacilitiesRichard Cassell, Administrator, Office of Engineering and ConstructionRandolph Smith, Architectural Coordinator, Office of Engineering andConstruction

That the Board of Education approves a request for change order .

Appendix I - Request for Change Order .

RECOMMENDATION

Request for Change Order - Addition and Renovation at Randallstown Elementary School .

On October 10, 2000, the Board of Education approved an award of contract with MSGAssociates, Inc . to construct a new addition and perform renovations at RandallstownElementary School .

Part of this project required some minor modifications to the existingparking lot for connection of building storm water .

The existing parking lot had begun toindicate failure through age and the area of new work had unsuitable soils . Upon review of theconditions, it was determined that the remaining parking lot area would continue to fail from theportion that would be rebuilt under the contract . It was determined to remove the remainingexisting surfacing, stabilize the base, and repave the entire parking lot . All work wasaccomplished on a time and material basis .

The Department of Physical Facilities is requesting approval of change order in theamount of $59,608.36 with MSG Associates, Inc . to remove unsuitable soils, provide compactedbase, and pave the parking lot . Funding for this Change Order is available from Capital BudgetProject # 038 - Randallstown Elementary School .

APPROVED :

Request for Change Order for Addition and Renovationsat Randallstown Elementary School

April 23, 2002

Appendix I

DATE :

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO:

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Request to Increase Contingency Allocations for Major MaintenanceRenovation Projects at Various Elementary Schools

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Donald F. Krempel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Department of PhysicalFacilitiesRichard Cassell, Administrator, Office of Engineering and Construction

RECOMMENDATION

That the Board of Education approves a request to increase contingency allocations .

Request to Increase Contingency Allocations for Major Maintenance Renovation Projects atVarious Elementary Schools .

Appendix I - Request for Increase to Contingency Allocations .

Request to Increase Contingency Allocations forMajor Maintenance Renovation Projects at Various Elementary Schools

April 23, 2002

Appendix I

The Board of Education approved the award of contracts to perform work under theMajor Maintenance Renovation Program with Chilmar Corporation, Inc . at Glenmar ElementarySchool, and Phillips Way, Inc . at Johnnycake Elementary School . In order to complete theseprojects, it has become necessary to increase the contingency authorizations above the original5%. The specific amounts and resulting percentages are attached.

The Department of Physical Facilities recommends approval of these increasedauthorities . Funding for these increases is available from Capital Budget Project # 665 - MajorMaintenance .

APPROVED:

Donald F

errf, Ph.D.Executive Director

School BID # Board Contract Original Increase TotalApproval Date Award Contingency Contingency Contingency

Amount Amount ($) Amount ($) Amount (%)

Glenmar Elementary 3D1-REN-023-10-00 5-Dec-00 $1,943,000 .00 $97,150.00 $9,000.00 5.46%

Johnnycake Elementary 3D1-REN-054-02-01 29-Mar-01 $1,950,000.00 $97,500.00 $4,000.00 5.21%

DATE:

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO :

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Windsor Mill Lease Agreement

ORIGINATOR: J . Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Rita Fromm, Executive Director, Auxiliary Services

RF/ddAppendix I - Lease Agreement

RECOMMENDATION

That the lease agreement with Baltimore CountyGovernment relative to the use of the property at 7220

Windsor Mill Road be approved by the Board ofEducation .

Background Information :The Western Traffic Division ofthe Baltimore County Police Department was formerlylocated at 7220 Windsor Mill Road, property that was located adjacent to the Office ofTransportation's Windsor Mill bus lot. Once the property became surplus, the Office ofTransportation requested that they be able to use a portion ofthe property to relieveovercrowding at the Windsor Mill bus lot .

DATE:

April 23, 2002

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TO :

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Board of Education Policy #2350

ORIGINATOR: J. Robert Haines, Deputy Superintendent

RESOURCEPERSON(S) :

Rita Fromm, Executive Director, Auxiliary Services

JRII/ddAppendix I - Policy 2350

RECOMMENDATION

That Board of Education Policy #2350 be deleted . Thecurrent language is unnecessary because adherence to firesafety code and regulations is already mandated in theAnnotated Code ofMaryland and in Life Safety Code. Inaddition, compliance protocols and standards are delineatedin the Baltimore County Public Schools EmergencyProcedures and Safety Manual.

ADMINISTRATION :

Administrative Operations

(Emergencies

2350

APPENDIX I

Principals shall take every precaution for the safety of students and employees under theirjurisdiction . Each school shall maintain an up-to-date set of rules and regulations for fireand disaster drills, said rules to be submitted to the Superintendent of School forapproval .

Each principal shall have conducted at least ten emergency drills per school year andsubmit a monthly report on this activity .

Also see Emergency Procedures and Safety Manual

Legal Reference :

Annotated Code of Maryland, Education Article7-406 Fire DrillsLife Safety Code, Section 15 .7, Operating Features]

Policy

Board of Educationadopted :

11/21/68

ofBaltimore County

DATE:

April 23, 2002

TO:

BOARD OF EDUCATION

FROM:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

SUBJECT:

Revision to 2001-2002 School Calendar

ORIGINATOR:

Dr. J. Hairston, Superintendent

RESOURCE

Sharon Norman, Director, Office of CommunicationsPERSON:

JAH/sn

Attachment

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Recommendation

That the Board receive as an information item the revised2001-2002 school calendar

Revised Calendar for the Final Week of School Year 2001-2002 Monday, June 10, 2002 All schools open on regular schedule Tuesday, June 11, 2002 All schools open on regular schedule Wednesday, June 12, 2002 High School Assessment Day: Schools close

one hour early for high schools only; teachers on duty. Middle and elementary schools on regular schedule

Thursday, June 13, 2002 Assessment Day for All Schools: All

schools close three hours early; teachers on duty

Friday, June 14, 2002 Final Day of Classes for Students: Schools

close three hours early for elementary and middle schools; high schools on regular schedule for exam make-up. Teachers on duty

Meeting Opened by Joseph Pallozzi at 7:OOpm .

Meeting Attendance : 22

Open Session: Special Education"

Presenters : Linda Schwier, Ron Boone"

Overview of special education - where to find resources and answers to questions."

Two areas of focus - compliance with laws and quality of instruction."

School Cluster Contact : Margine Fundt, Land sdowne/Catonsville, 887-3660."

Teacher Assessment Training : Woodcock Johnson."

Special Education Resource Center : Jean Constandine."

Where to go for help :o

Parental Safeguard handout (federally required) .o

Casual pursuit via teacher/student support team .o

Formal team meeting (mandatory scheduling within 30 days) .o

When school and family can't agree, school must meet federal, state and countyguidelines - parent has rights via due process procedure .

"

Ifschool can't meet full inclusion needs the following possibilities are considered :Partial inclusion .Self-contained special education classes.Clusters within school clusters .Special schools such as Maiden Choice (severely handicapped) .Referral to non-public placement (rare) .

00000

Need more resources and training for regular classroom teachers .

Closed Session:"

Seeking feedback on school calendar ."

Recommendation for a new student to sit on Advisory Board from Western."

Student Concern (Ms. Wase): Bathrooms at Western in very poor condition . Alana too

prepare letter and Joe Pallozi to discuss with Dr. Milbourne."

Advisory Council can attend PTA meetings to obtain feedback to bring back to theadvisory .

"

Dr. Hairston may be scheduled to attend a meeting at Woodmoor next year .

Respectfully Submitted by,Dawn Baker, Secretary

cc : All Meeting AttendeesMr . KennedyDr. MilbourneMs. Zepp

Southwest Advisory Councilbttp ://myschoolonline.com/md/swadvisory

Meeting Minutes - February 2002 -Baltimore Highland ElementaryTopic : Special Education

In Attendance :Absent:Samuel Macer

Dawn BakerLisa Orens (Vice Chair)

Jane DavisJoseph Pallozzi (Chair)

Carl KleinAlana Wase

Deray McKessonTracey Weinkam

Anita NewkirkMarquita SaundersSabria Smith

Meeting Opened by Joseph Pallozzi at 7:00pm.

Meeting Attendance: 30

Southwest Advisory Councilhttp://myschoolonline.com/md/swadvisory

Meeting Minutes - March 2002 - Westchester Elementary

In Attendance :Absent:Dawn Baker

Deray McKessonJane Davis

Marquita SaundersCarl Klein

Sabria SmithSamuel MacerAnitaNewkirkLisa Orens (Vice Chair)Joseph Pallozzi (Chair)Alana WaseTracey Weinkam

Open Session:"

Presenter : Dr . Hairston, Baltimore County - An Untapped Reservoir."

Baltimore County Public School System is the larger employer in the county ."

No Child Left Behind Act - 2001 :o

Comes with largest increase ever in financial aid and sets placerequirements .

"

New boundary study to be approved at next Board of Education meeting."

Minority achievement gap --- what is being done to close the gap :o

Grassroots effort to bring the people of the community together to embraceeach other.

"

Equity plans :o

Southwest area actually benefited the most this year via appropriate staffing .o

Resources such as teachers and materials (in some areas an upgrade toquality of staff) .

"

Special education :o

Funds come from the federal government .o

Need to qualify as to why we need funds.o

Funds have decreased over a 30 year period"

Parents must stand shoulder-to-shoulder and speak out when children misbehave ."

Children should be able to read by the age of 3 as they do in Barbados ."

Lack of student religious affiliations seen as a detriment .

Closed Session:"

2% teacher raises - contact parents and ask them to contact Mr. Ruppersbergerprior to his budget submission . 38% of teachers in Baltimore County have a mastersdegree plus 30 credits .

"

Technology funding - reach out to parents on this matter as well . Ask them tocontact Mr. Ruppersberger regarding budgeting for classroom phones andcomputers.

"

Only 67% of schools have access to internet ."

Small number of attendees at budget hearing.0

Baltimore County has the shortest instruction day in the state .

Next Meeting :April 17, 2002, 7 :OOpm, Woodlawn Senior HighSpeech and Debate Team/Elected Officials

Respectfully Submitted by,Dawn Baker, Secretary

cc : All Meeting AttendeesMr. KennedyDr. MilbourneMs. Zepp