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NORTH ALLEGHENY SCHOOL DISTRICT
200 Hillvue Lane
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
November 20, 2013
Visit our web site at www.northallegheny.org and click on
School Board for School Board updates.
NORTH ALLEGHENY SCHOOL DISTRICT
SCHOOL DIRECTORS’ CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS
Veteran’s Day
November 11, 2010
Thank you, Veterans!
NOVEMBER 13, 2013 – WORK SESSION –CAO BOARD ROOM
7:00 p.m. - WORK SESSION
Distinguished Achievement Awards
NA Foundation Annual Report (written)
8:30 p.m. - EXECUTIVE SESSION
NOVEMBER 20, 2013 – REGULAR MEETING – CAO BOARD ROOM
7:00 p.m. - REGULAR MEETING
Enrollment & Facilities Report
Capital Funding Plan/IT Plan Update
8:30 p.m. - EXECUTIVE SESSION
Thanksgiving Day November 28, 2013
Give thanks…
DECEMBER 4, 2013 – REORGANIZATION MEETING – CAO BOARD ROOM
7:00 p.m. - REORGANIZATION MEETING
Oaths of Office Ceremony
Election of Officers
Entertainment
Recess/Social
Reorganization (continued)
8:30 p.m. - EXECUTIVE SESSION
DECEMBER 18, 2013 – COMBINED MEETING – CAO BOARD ROOM
7:00 p.m. - WORK SESSION/REGULAR MEETING
Proposed Preliminary Budget Presentation
8:30 p.m. - EXECUTIVE SESSION
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There are 5 items for Board Action and 1 item For Information Only.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
I. HONORARIA
The Administration respectfully requests honorarium payment of $75 for one night and $150 for
two nights for the following staff members who taught and provided overnight supervision for
fifth graders at Camp Kon-O-Kwee during the 2013/2014 school year:
Bradford Woods Elementary Ingomar Elementary
Bielawski, Michael (2) Boronyak, Dean (2)
Dunmire, Danielle (1) Bruce, Christine (2)
Flaherty, Mimi (1) Mounts, Dustin (2)
Hunter, Marlene (2) Petrini, Jenna (2)
Krepp, Denise (2) Smoyer, James (2)
Luce, Jennifer (2) Zinsser, Erica (2)
Lundy, Ryan (2)
McElroy, Jennifer (2) Marshall Elementary Miko, Ashley (1) Babusci, Matt (2)
Neumeyer, Renae (2) Brayley, Dennis (2)
Schmidt, Steve (2) Clements, Patrick (2)
Spaley, Terry (2) Daniels, Gail (2)
Esswein, Heather (2)
Franklin Elementary Herrnberger, Darla (2)
Beierle, Jennifer (2) Hudec, Brian (2)
Butts, Jocelyn (2) Lepant, Charlene (2)
Casciotti, Ryan (2) McLaughlin, Julie (2)
Keefer, Holly (2) Prosenjak, James (2)
Koma, Susan (2) Rich, Susan (2)
Kraniou, Dean (2) Voland, James (2)
Pendergast, Brian (1) Werner, Barbara (2)
Price, Carly (2) Zaccari, Kristen (2)
Schlenke, Elizabeth (2) Zallow, Denise (2)
Hosack Elementary
Bricker, Robert (2)
Gillis, Keith (2)
Janardhanan, Archana (2)
Landy, Danielle (2)
Laurent, Susan (2)
Moses, Rayne (1)
Sundo, Deb (2)
Yeakel, Harry (2)
CURRICULUM REPORT
November 20, 2013
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McKnight Elementary Peebles Elementary
Berendowski, Diana (2) Antoon, Lynn (2)
Biro, Christie (2) Butts, Jillian (1)
Buches, Steve (2) Cornell, Jenna (2)
Graner, Jan (2) Jackson, Chris (1)
Hudec, Brian (2) Kraus, Steve (2)
Kaczmarczyk, Amber (2) Landy, Danielle (1)
Kozak, Carol (2) Oldham, Scott (2)
Morton, Dennis (1) Spagnol, Stephanie (2)
Shane, Christian (2) Vollmer, Marta (2)
Smith, Erin (2) Zunski, Penny (1)
Stewart, Kelly (2)
Vandergrift, Joann (2)
Wallace, Susie ( 2)
Zaspel, Kurt (2)
Zimmerman, Anthony (2)
II. EDINSIGHT SOFTWARE
The Administration recommends the purchase of the EdInsight software from OnHands Schools
for the annual amount of $32,750 as part of a three-year agreement. This software provides for:
the EdInsight Data Window (Data Analyzer and Resource Tracker); Initial set up and data
transfer; Hosting Fee; Unlimited Tech Support calls/emails; and EdInsight on-site user training.
This software will serve as an advanced data analysis tool that provides comprehensive, relevant
and up-to-date information for teachers, principals, and administrators via a web-based interface.
In order to make quality instructional decisions and plan appropriately for the supplemental
instruction required for PSSA’s and Keystone Exams, this type of tool is necessary for our
teachers and administrators to make informed decisions related to student achievement.
III. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY STUDENT TEACHING AGREEMENT
The Administration recommends approval of the agreement between West Virginia University
and the North Allegheny School District. This agreement indicates that the District will accept
student teachers from West Virginia University and will partner with West Virginia University in
the student teaching experience.
IV. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The Administration recommends that the Board approve the 2014-2020 Comprehensive Plan
document. The Comprehensive Plan is required to be submitted electronically to the
Pennsylvania Department of Education on or before November 30, 2013.
V. NASH SPRING MUSICAL – SHREK THE MUSICAL
The Administration respectfully requests approval of the NASH Spring Musical, Shrek the
Musical to be presented in the NASH Auditorium on Wednesday, March 5; Thursday, March
6; Friday, March 7; Saturday, March 8; and Sunday, March 9, 2014.
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For Information This play was reviewed by the NASH Play Selection Committee that is made up of staff, parents,
and Board Members and was unanimously approved. This play will provide an opportunity for
40-50 students on stage, 55-65 musicians, 25-30 students as stage hands, and 10-20 other
students serving in a variety of roles (costumes, student directing, publicity, gophers, etc.). The
Senior Citizens’ performance will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at 3:30 p.m.
FOR INFORMATION ONLY
I. STUDENT TEACHING REQUESTS
The following students have requested a student teaching assignment in the North Allegheny
School District during the 2013/2014 school year.
STUDENT TEACHER DATES SUPERVISING TEACHER
Taylor Furtado
The Pennsylvania State
University
1/7/14 to 3/8/14 Nicole Koseski - IES
Grade 4
Taylor Giorgio
West Virginia University
3/10/14 to 4/25/14 Sarah Lavelle – NASH/NAI
Music
Katelyn Hayes
Seton Hill University
1/28/14 to 5/3/14 Karen Goodman – CMS
Mathematics
Renee Landy
The Pennsylvania State
University
1/7/14 to 4/18/14 Paula Shook – PES
Grade 1
Michelle McGrane
Duquesne University
1/6/14 to 4/25/14 Julie McLaughlin – MES
Grade 4
Amy Mencini
Duquesne University
1/6/14 to 4/25/14 Amy Devenzio – HES
Grade 2
Joseph O’Leary
Point Park University
1/14/14 to 4/25/14 Allison Salvia – CMS
English
Jennifer Rausch
The Pennsylvania State
University
1/7/14 to 4/18/14 Amy Scott - IES
Grade 4
Rebecka Sullivan
The Pennsylvania State
University
1/7/14 to 4/18/14 Suzanne Adams – IES
Grade 1
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There are 4 items for Board Action and 5 items For Information Only.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
I. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE APPROVAL LISTS
The Administration recommends approval of the following Accounts Payable lists:
A. Supplemental Accounts Payable dated October 2013, in the amount of $13,272,642.21.
B. Accounts Payable list dated November 2013, in the amount of $241,823.01.
C. Supplemental Capital Reserve Fund Accounts Payable dated October 2013, in the amount of
$211,583.92.
D. Supplemental Technology Fund Accounts Payable dated October 2013, in the amount of
$587.50.
E. Supplemental 2000 NASH/Newman Stadium Construction Fund Accounts Payable dated
October 2013, in the amount of $327.79.
F. Supplemental CMS/IMS Construction Fund Accounts Payable dated October 2013, in the
amount of $0.00.
G. Supplemental Capital Financing Fund Accounts Payable dated October 2013, in the amount
of $32,660.00.
H. Supplemental Cafeteria Fund Accounts Payable dated October 2013, in the amount of
$129,080.29.
FINANCE REPORT
November 20, 2013
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BOARD ACTION REQUESTED (continued)
II. BUDGETARY TRANSFERS
The Administration recommends the approval of the following budgetary transfers within the
framework of the 2013-2014 General Fund Budget, in accordance with the provision of Section 687
of the School Laws of Pennsylvania:
FROM TO AMOUNT
2300-500 Other Purchased Services
Support Services-Administration
1100-600 Supplies
Regular Programs-Elem/Sec
$ 700
2200-300 Purch Prof & Tech Svcs
Support Svcs – Instructional Staff
1100-600 Supplies
Regular Programs-Elem/Sec
$ 200
2500-400 Purchased Property Svcs
Support Services – Business
2200-600 Supplies
Support Svcs – Instructional Staff
$ 33,000
TOTAL TRANSFERS FOR THE MONTH: 33,900 PERCENT OF TOTAL BUDGET: 0.0258%
TOTAL TRANSFERS YEAR TO DATE: 73,400 PERCENT OF TOTAL BUDGET: 0.0559%
III. COLLATERAL SECURITY REPORTS
The Administration recommends acceptance of the collateral securities reports submitted by the
depositories for the quarter ended September 30, 2013, which are included with this report.
IV. STUDENT ACTIVITIES ACCOUNTS EXPENDITURES
The Administration recommends the Board's acknowledgement of the student activities expenditure listings
for the months of July 2013 through September 2013.
FOR INFORMATION ONLY
I. STUDENT ACTIVITIES ACCOUNTS PAYABLE APPROVAL LISTS
The Administration reports the following Student Activities expenditures for September 2013:
A. Carson Middle $11,383.61
B. Ingomar Middle 12,359.65
C. Marshall Middle 12,822.70
D. NA Intermediate 18,661.12
E. NA Senior High 43,269.42
F. NA Athletic 31,212.54
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FOR INFORMATION ONLY
II. RECAPITULATION REPORT
Balance as of October 31, 2013 62,813,498
November Payroll Estimate 5,100,000
Group Insurance Estimate 1,300,000
Utilities & Advance Payments 800,000
Accounts Payable Estimate 900,000
Social Security & Retirement Estimate 1,255,000
Sub Total 9,355,000
Total 53,458,498
III. EXPENDITURE/REVENUE 2013-14 FORECAST
4 MO
2013-14 2013-14 ACTUALS +
BUDGET 4 MO FORECAST
REVENUE TOTAL ACTUAL TOTAL VARIANCE
LOCAL REVENUE 102,493,399 84,631,634 103,157,698 664,299 (1)
STATE REVENUE 25,682,225 6,507,611 25,898,140 215,915 (2)
FEDERAL REVENUE 1,748,294 - 1,700,271 (48,023)
OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 1,400,000 17,682,600 17,682,600 16,282,600 (3)
TOTAL REVENUE 131,323,918 108,821,845 148,438,709 17,114,791
EXPENDITURE
1000 SALARIES 66,574,721 14,689,504 65,457,342 1,117,379 (4)
2000 BENEFITS 31,626,098 9,802,600 30,272,328 1,353,770 (5)
3000 PROF SRVCS 3,279,631 751,239 3,244,315 35,316
4000 PURCH PROP SRVCS 5,693,506 2,005,265 5,543,307 150,199
5000 OTHER PURCH SRVCS 6,185,211 1,729,001 6,302,319 (117,108)
6000 SUPPLIES 3,956,186 1,364,335 3,719,620 236,566 (6)
7000 REPLACEMENT EQUIP 1,113,404 530,082 1,370,987 (257,583)
8000 OTHER OBJECTS 5,125,180 2,013,408 4,869,171 256,009
9000 OTHER FINANCING 7,769,981 20,575,825 24,262,893 (16,492,912) (7)
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 131,323,918 53,461,259 145,042,282 (13,718,364)
(1) Includes potential real estate refunds. Current forecast also indicates positive earned income and deed transfer
tax revenues.
(2) Includes increased transportation subsidy.
(3) Includes debt refunding proceeds.
(4) Includes savings of unfilled positions (Administration, Professional, Transportation, Facilities and Confidentials).
(5) Includes savings from delay in Affordable Care Act (ACA) and reduced premiums for 2014.
(6) Includes projected savings in supplies.
(7) Includes debt refunding payments and debt principal and interest variances.
Designated/
Assigned Undesignated
FUND BALANCE AS OF JUNE 30, 2013 6,950,286 8,408,704
LESS FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATION TO BUDGET (900,000) -
ESTIMATED 2013-14 REVENUES LESS EXPENDITURES (31,320) 3,427,747
PROJECTED FUND BALANCE AS OF JUNE 30, 2014 6,018,966 11,836,451
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FOR INFORMATION ONLY (Continued)
IV. CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RELATED INTEREST INCOME
AS OF OCTOBER 31, 2013
9/30/2013 10/31/2013
ENDING
BALANCE
NET
CHANGE
ENDING
BALANCE
GENERAL FUND
PNC BANK * 67,741,725.00$ (4,928,227.47)$ 62,813,497.53$
PSDLAF * 6,588.99 0.02 6,589.01
PLGIT * 859,809.42 - 859,809.42
WEST VIEW SAVINGS * 51,917.54 4.37 51,921.91
FEDERATED INVESTORS 113,621.00 0.93 113,621.93
TOTAL 68,773,661.95$ (4,928,222.15)$ 63,845,439.80$
* Includes term investments - may involve penalty for early withdrawal.
NOTE: Investments do not include accrued interest.
CAFETERIA FUND
FIRST NATIONAL BANK 1,003,134.35$ 88,283.61$ 1,091,417.96$
PSDLAF 16,331.17 0.06 16,331.23
STUDENT ACCOUNT BALANCES (188,624.25)
TOTAL 1,019,465.52$ 88,283.67$ 919,124.94$
CAPITAL RESERVE FUND
PNC CAPITAL RESERVE FUND 5,390,992.97$ (211,356.70)$ 5,179,636.27$
PROJECTS ENCUMBERED NET OF TRANSFERS 457,564.49$
REMAINING BALANCE 5,637,200.76$
TECHNOLOGY FUND
PLGIT 461,369.43$ 16,845.85$ 478,215.28$
PROJECTS ENCUMBERED (338,419.52)$
REMAINING BALANCE 139,795.76$
NASH/NEWMAN STADIUM CONSTRUCTION
PNC 300 NASH CONSTRUCTION FUND 8,267.53$ (327.44)$ 7,940.09$
PROJECTS ENCUMBERED (16,999.99)$
REMAINING BALANCE (9,059.90)$
CMS/IMS CONSTRUCTION FUND
PNC CMS/IMS CONSTRUCTION FUND 101,169.74$ 4.30$ 101,174.04$
PROJECTS ENCUMBERED (72,065.48)$
REMAINING BALANCE 29,108.56$
CAPITAL FINANCING FUND
US BANK CAPITAL FINANCING FUND 4,004,337.25$ (32,559.18)$ 3,971,778.07$
SWAPTION FUND
PNC SWAPTION FUND 6,200,285.83$ (26,061.55)$ 6,174,224.28$
NEWMAN STADIUM
PSDLAF 88,854.03$ 0.37$ 88,854.40$
GRAND TOTAL 82,044,067.00$ (5,060,833.65)$ 76,794,609.10$
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FOR INFORMATION ONLY (Continued)
V. SUMMARY OF STUDENT ACTIVITIES ACCOUNTS
AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2013
BANK ACCOUNTS - STATUS CMS IMS MMS NAI NASH NASH
STUDENT
ACTIVITIES
STUDENT
ACTIVITIES
STUDENT
ACTIVITIES
STUDENT
ACTIVITIES
STUDENT
ACTIVITIES
ATHLETIC
STUDENT
ACTIVITIES
CASH BALANCE - 08/31/2013 $15,779.47 $59,636.10 $42,825.54 $91,664.24 $313,428.32 $75,259.64
DEPOSITS - SEPTEMBER 2013 13,755.00 28,174.55 33,200.20 55,535.50 60,122.95 113,117.53
SUBTOTAL 29,534.47 87,810.65 76,025.74 147,199.74 373,551.27 188,377.17
EXPENDITURES - SEPTEMBER 2013 11,383.61 12,359.65 12,822.70 18,661.12 43,269.42 31,212.54
CASH BALANCE -09/30/2013 $18,150.86 $75,451.00 $63,203.04 $128,538.62 $330,281.85 $157,164.63
PLUS $ IN:
PLGIT MM $472.51 $971.20 $4,702.49 $4,250.67 $88,103.74 $2,544.50
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There are 7 items for Board Action and an Addendum with 8 items for Board Action.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
I. RESIGNATION(S)
The Administration recommends approval of the following Resignation(s):
Carla Baldwin Psychologist, CAO Retirement
Effective 3/11/14
11 Years @ NA
Paul Finstad Bus Driver, Transportation Retirement
Effective 2/14/14
21 Years @ NA
II. APPOINTMENT(S)
Professional
The Administration recommends approval of the following Professional Substitute(s) to work
on an as-needed basis starting at $80.00/day.
Eva Arden Adrian Fontes Lawrence Gorwick
Paul Haller Amanda Hnat Gregory Keenan
Lindsey Lynch Peter Madia Raymond Zanetti
Paraprofessional
The Administration recommends approval of the following Paraprofessional Substitute(s) to
work on an as-needed basis starting at $8.50/hour.
Kara Barone
III. CHILD REARING LEAVE(S) OF ABSENCE – LASITIS, VOLL
The Administration recommends approval of an unpaid Child Rearing Leave for Rachel
LaSitis, Teacher, North Allegheny Senior High School, effective October 31, 2013 through
January 24, 2014.
The Administration recommends approval of an unpaid Child Rearing Leave of absence for
Nicole Voll, Teacher, Marshall Middle School, effective November 18, 2013 through
November 27, 2013.
HUMAN RESOURCES REPORT
November 20, 2013
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IV. EXTENSION OF LEAVE(S) OF ABSENCE – HUDEC
The Administration recommends approval of an Extension of an unpaid Child Rearing Leave
of Absence for Jessica Hudec, Teacher, Carson Middle School from September 26, 2013
through November 8, 2013 to September 26, 2013 through June 13, 2014.
V. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT(S) FOR ADDITIONAL EDUCATION
The Administration recommends approval of Tuition Reimbursement(s), in accordance with
the Administrative Compensation and Performance Plan, dated July 1, 2013 through June 30,
2018, for:
AMOUNT Tracie Michalowski, MMS $2,540.00
VI. HONORARIA
The Administration recommends approval of the following Honoraria Application(s):
PROJECT PERIOD
Lisa Allen CPR/First Aid Workshop 3/6/14-3/6/14 $75.00
Session 2
Bridgett Bilenski CPR/First Aid Workshop 3/5/14-3/5/14 $75.00
Session 1
Denise Durica CPR/First Aid Workshop 3/6/14-3/6/14 $75.00
Session 2
Patricia Karki CPR/First Aid Workshop 3/5/14-3/5/14 $75.00
Session 1
Anne Rogers ESY Coordination (last
school year)
2/1/13-8/31/13 $2,500.00
Michelle Backauskas NAL – National
Academic League
10/30/13-3/31/14 $1,000.00
Sue Bentz NAL – National
Academic League
11/6/13 – 3/29/14 $500.00
Sarah LeDonne Science Fair Sponsor 11/1/13-3/28/14 $250.00
VII. SUPPLEMENTAL CONTRACT(S)
The Administration recommends approval of the following Non-Athletic 2013-14
Supplemental Contract(s):
Supplemental Contract Additions/Changes
1Carolyn Steele Music – Chorus, MES $ 313.00
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1Scott Downs Tech Ed. Building Liaison, NAI $1,418.00
1Cindy Lang Business Building Liaison, NAI $1,133.00
1Lisa Pontiere Music Building Liaison, NAI $1,703.00
1*
Eric Mitchell Stage Manager – Musical, NASH $1,600.00
1Robert Tozier Light Designer/Engineer – Musical, NASH $1,295.00
1Kevin Zebley Sound Engineer – Musical, NASH $1,395.00
1*
Doug Kulchar Assistant Debate Coach(s)
, NASH $ 943.00
1*
Camille Burke Assistant Forensics Coach(s)
, NASH $ 943.00
1*
Zeke Rosenberg Assistant Forensics Coach(s)
, NASH $ 943.00
1*
Jessica Schwab Assistant Forensics Coach(s),
NASH Volunteer
1*
Douglas Heckmann Winter Track Asst. Coach (M/F)(s)
$ 800.00
1*
Garrett Larkin Winter Track Asst. Coach (M/F)(s)
$ 800.00
FROM TO
Ryan Gabos 8th
Grade Basketball Head $3,310.00 $3,860.00
Coach, CMS
Jamie Kyriazis Varsity Head Wrestling $8,208.00 $8,458.00
Coach, NASH
*
Not a District Employee
1 First Time Supplemental Contract Holder for a specific contract
(s) One contract shared by more than one person
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ADDENDUM
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
I. RESIGNATION(S)
The Administration recommends approval of the following Resignation(s):
Thomas Hughes Bus Driver, Transportation Retirement
Effective 12/20/13
6 Years @ NA
II. APPOINTMENT(S)
The Administration recommends approval of the following Appointment(s):
Professional
The Administration recommends approval of the following Professional Substitute(s) to work
on an as-needed basis starting at $80.00/day.
Susan Follet Mark Halvonik Bradley Hemmings
Sharon Merlack Matthew Robertson
Paraprofessional
Lisa Broeker Special Education Assistant, NASH $13.00/hr.
Long-Term Substitute Class II-C
Effective 11/21/13-6/12/14 7 Hours/Day
187 Days/Yr.
Kathleen Egnaczyk Special Education Assistant, IES $13.00/hr.
Long-Term Substitute Class II-C
Effective 11/21/13-6/12/14 7 Hours/Day
187 Days/Yr.
Tami Fox Special Education Assistant, PES $13.00/hr.
Long-Term Substitute Class II-C
Effective 8/21/13-6/12/14 7 Hours/Day
187 Days/Yr.
Claire Groll Special Education Assistant, MCK $13.00/hr.
Long-Term Substitute Class II-C
Effective 11/21/13-6/12/14 7 Hours/Day
187 Days/Yr.
HUMAN RESOURCES REPORT
November 20, 2013
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Roseann Lederer Special Education Assistant, MES $13.00/hr.
Long-Term Substitute Class II-C
Effective 11/21/13-6/12/14 7 Hours/Day
187 Days/Yr.
Gail Werner Special Education Assistant, PES $13.00/hr.
Long-Term Substitute Class II-C
Effective 8/21/13-6/12/14 7 Hours/Day
187 Days/Yr.
Classified
Ed Ek Substitute Bus Driver, Transportation $14.36/hr.
(for S. Chandler)
Effective 11/21/13
Robert Nolan Substitute Bus Driver, Transportation $14.36/hr.
(for B. Dague)
Effective 11/21/13
Athletic
The Administration recommends approval of the following Athletic Event Helper(s) to work
on an as-needed basis starting at $18.00/hr.:
Doug Heckmann
Aidan Miller
The Administration recommends approval of the following Baierl Center Helper(s) to work on
an as-needed basis starting at $10.00/hr.:
Andrew Heck
The Administration recommends approval of the following Student Employee(s) to work on an
as needed basis as Pool Lifeguard(s) at $7.75/hr.:
Kristen Bishop
Max Gonzalez
Eben Krigger
III. WAGE/STATUS CHANGE(S)
Confidential
Nancy Creasy Secretary, Academic Advancement $49,500
Department, CAO
to Administrative Assistant to
the Assistant Superintendent of
Academic Advancement, CAO
Effective 11/21/13
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Paraprofessional
Alisa Balkey Transfer from Student Services $17.33/hr.
Assistant, MCK Class II-C
to Special Ed. Assistant, MCK 7 Hours/Day
Long-Term Substitute 187 Days/Yr.
Effective 11/21/13 – 6/12/14
Janice Huwe Transfer from Special Education $17.33/hr.
Assistant, MCK Class II-C
to Special Ed. Assistant, MCK 7 Hours/Day
Long-Term Substitute 187 Days/Yr.
Effective 11/21/13 – 6/12/14
Leigh Jurecko Transfer from Student Services $17.33/hr.
Assistant, MCK Class II-C
to Special Ed. Assistant, MCK 7 Hours/Day
Long-Term Substitute 187 Days/Yr.
Effective 11/21/13 – 6/12/14
Classified
Casey Marek Transfer from Class III Mechanic,
Main Garage to Class III Mechanic,
Main Garage – 5.5 hr./day, and $14.84/hr.
Marshall Mechanic, 2.5 hr./day $17.71/hr.
Effective 11/21/13
IV. EXTENSION OF LEAVE(S) OF ABSENCE – GOEHRING, YASTION
The Administration recommends approval of an Extension of unpaid Child Rearing Leave of
Absence for Debra Goehring, Teacher, McKnight Elementary School, from September 16,
2013 through January 24, 2014 to September 16, 2013 through June 13, 2014.
The Administration recommends approval of an Extension of unpaid Leave of Absence for
John Yastion, Utility Custodian, Facilities Department, from September 30, 2013 through
November 22, 2013 to September 30, 2013 through December 6, 2013.
V. RECOGNITION FOR ADDITIONAL EDUCATION
The following employee(s) has/have successfully completed an approved Master’s Program or
qualifying credits above the Master’s Degree. Therefore, under Appendix A, Section IV,
Recognition for Additional Education of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the
North Allegheny School District and the North Allegheny Federation of Teachers, Local 2097,
dated July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2015, the Administration recommends approval of the following
Education Incentive Award(s):
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$3,000 Award – Completion of 20 credits beyond Master’s Degree
Daniel Schall
VI. ADMINISTRATIVE STIPEND(S)
The Administration recommends Board approval for a stipend of $1,500 to be paid to Chelsie
D’Amico for additional duties and responsibilities in the absence of a Director of Human
Resources for the time period May 10, 2013 until December 20, 2013.
The Administration recommends Board approval for a stipend of $1,500 to be paid to Michelle
Donatelli for additional duties and responsibilities in the absence of a Director of Human
Resources for the time period May 10, 2013 until December 20, 2013.
VII. HONORARIA
The Administration recommends approval of the following Honoraria Application(s):
PROJECT PERIOD Jeff Kiser NAL - National 10/1/13-4/1/14 $ 600.00
Academic League
Tracie Michalowski Administrative Liaison 7/1/12-6/30/13 $ 750.00
To NASD Cyber Academy
VIII. SUPPLEMENTAL CONTRACT(S)
The Administration recommends approval of the following 2013-14 School Year Supplemental
Contract(s):
*
Not a District Employee
1 First Time Supplemental Contract Holder for a specific contract
(s) One contract shared by more than one person
Supplemental Contract Additions/Changes
1*Michelina Pollini Assistant Debate Coach,
NASH Volunteer
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There is 1 item for Board Action.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
I. CHANGE ORDER
The Administration recommends approval of the following change order to the construction
contract for the following project.
The complete change order documents will be attached to the Official Minutes.
Hosack – Installation of Classroom Walls and Doors
Number Description Contractor Amount
GC-01 Provide 180 degree swing door closers R. A. Glancy & Sons $3,388.00
for the new classroom doors.
PROPERTY AND SUPPLIES REPORT
November 20, 2013
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There is 1 item for Board Action.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
I. AGREEMENT BETWEEN NORTH ALLEGHENY SCHOOL DISTRICT AND WESLEY
SPECTRUM SERVICES BRIDGE PROGRAM
The Administration recommends approval of the Individual Student Enrollment Agreement for
the continuation of services provided by Wesley Spectrum Academy Bridge Program for the
2013/2014 school year. The North Allegheny School District agrees to enroll one student with
an enrollment cost of $14,000 per semester.
SPECIAL EDUCATION AND PUPIL SERVICES REPORT
November 20, 2013
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There are 2 items for Board Action and 2 items For Information Only.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
I. WAIVER OF BOARD POLICY #3330 – STUDENT FIELD TRIPS
The Administration recommends waiver of Board Policy #3330 and approval of the Choral
students from NAI and NASH performing at the Downtown Disney Stage in Disney World and
Adjudication at Rollins College during the period of April 9 through April 13, 2014. The
students will be missing three (3) consecutive days of school.
II. NORTH ALLEGHENY CHORAL STUDENTS - DOWNTOWN DISNEY STAGE AND
ADJUDICATION AT ROLLINS COLLEGE - ORLANDO, FLORIDA
The Administration respectfully requests permission for the North Allegheny Choral students to
travel to Disney World to perform at the Downtown Disney Stage and Adjudication at Rollins
College from Wednesday, April 9, 2014 through Sunday, April 13, 2014, to participate in a
performance and adjudication in Orlando, Florida.
FOR INFORMATION ONLY
I. NASH NEWS – as reported by David Bursic
Student Council – The Staff Appreciation Committee organized a breakfast for all of the building
staff on Monday, November 4. The committee arrived at school early on their day off and provided
a wonderful selection of breakfast treats.
A select group of Student Council members attended the 2013 Pennsylvania Association of Student
Councils State Conference. The conference was held November 14-16 and provided workshops for
delegates related to leadership and Student Council.
The Service Committee will hold their annual Canned Food Drive from November 18-22. Students
are asked to bring in cans or make a monetary donation to school during Drive Week. The Service
Committee also held a neighborhood drive. Bags were distributed to local neighborhoods on
November 14, and picked up on November 17.
Key Club - In addition to planting tulip bulbs around the campus, Key Club participated in Trick or
Treat for UNICEF. UNICEF works in 190 countries to provide health, nutrition, and education to
young children.
Fall Play - Students involved in the fall play continue to work nonstop for the upcoming play,
RolePlay. The play runs November 20-23 and a special Gold Card performance was held on
November 19.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES REPORT
November 20, 2013
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GOAL - GOAL will be participating in the Titan Business Challenge on November 26. Delegates
have the opportunity to win money and prizes at this business tycoon competition.
II. NAI NEWS – as reported by Charles Sanders
NJHS - NJHS has begun supporting the ASAP tutoring program. They tutor students who attend
the program after school. They also completed the Coat Drive which was very successful. They
collected over 500 coats.
Forensics - Forensics is preparing for their events at Quigley, Upper Saint Clair and a drama
festival for varsity actors.
PAL - The second Principal Advisory Luncheon is going to happen November 21st. In the
Luncheon, 12 students and NAI’s Principal and Assistant Principals are going to talk about
topics going on in NAI.
Fall Play - NAI’s Fall Play was a success. They completed two shows for the NA third graders,
a senior citizens’ performance, and three shows for the public. The play was well-received.
Best Buddies - Best Buddies have had great social events for their buddies. The club took their
buddies to one of the Fall Plays to support one of their members. They also had a Halloween
party to celebrate the holiday.
HOSA - HOSA just began this year and there is a strong showing of interest. They completed a
service project by collecting over 200 pounds of Halloween candy to send to troops overseas for
Operation Gratitude.
French Club - The French Club had their first meeting, and they celebrated National French
Week with posters around the school.
Chess Club - The Chess Club has been meeting weekly starting this month. They are preparing
for competitions and they currently finished their fundraiser for dues. The fundraiser was very
successful.
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Entertainment Club - The Entertainment Club has begun their meetings. They are meeting
twice a month, and they just completed their Halloween costume party.
Ping Pong Club - The Ping Pong Club is up and running. They will be meeting every week for
practice and competition within the building.
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There are 2 items for Board Action and 1 item For Information Only. There is an Addendum
with 1 item for Board Action.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
I. NORTH ALLEGHENY FOUNDATION ANNUAL REPORT – 2012-2013
The Trustees of the North Allegheny Foundation respectfully request approval of the 2012-2013
Annual Report, as written.
II. NORTH ALLEGHENY FOUNDATION FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The Trustees of the North Allegheny Foundation respectfully request approval of the Financial
Statements for the years ended June 30, 2013 and 2012, as prepared by Maher Duessel.
FOR INFORMATION ONLY
I. DONATION BY NORTH ALLEGHENY FOUNDATION OF MONEY TO PURCHASE
DOCUMENT CAMERAS
At their September 3, 2013 Foundation Meeting, the Trustees approved monies to cover the cost
to purchase document cameras for the elementary classrooms at McKnight, Peebles and Hosack.
The total cost to purchase these cameras came to $2,810 and the Trustees respectfully report this
purchase.
SCHOOL BOARD REPORT
November 20, 2013
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ADDENDUM
There is 1 item for Board Action.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
I. ADDENDUM TO EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
The Board of School Directors hereby approves and adopts the Addendum to the Employment
Contract of Dr. Gualtieri, as presented.
NORTH ALLEGHENY SCHOOL DISTRICT
RESOLUTION ADOPTING ADDENDUM TO CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OF DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT
WHEREAS, the School District and Superintendent previously entered into an Agreement dated
June 2, 2011 whereby the District appointed and agreed to employ Superintendent for a term of five (5)
years commencing on August 1, 2011 and ending July 31, 2016; and
WHEREAS, the parties have mutually agreed to make certain amendments to the Agreement
regarding the provision of health and disability insurance;
NOW, THEREFORE, the Board of School Directors hereby adopts the Addendum to Contract
for Employment of District Superintendent, as presented.
RESOLVED, this 20th day of November, 2013.
ATTEST: NORTH ALLEGHENY SCHOOL DISTRICT ______________________________ By: ________________________________ Board Secretary Board President
SCHOOL BOARD REPORT
November 20, 2013
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There are 2 items for Board Action and 1 item for Board Action in Addendum I and 1 item for
Board Action in Addendum II.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
I. PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR REQUESTS
The Superintendent respectfully requests that the Board honor the following professional seminar
requests:
Name Conference Date Amount
Nathan Tengowski
(NASH)
Flipped Learning One Day
Workshop
Sponsor: PAECT/Flipped Learning
Network
Homestead, PA
11/16/2013
$ 180.00
Tara Fisher
Kevin Mahler
Scott Russell
(NASB)
School Board Academy
Sponsor: PSBA
Homestead, PA
11/23-
11/24/2013
$ 394.98
$ 394.98
$ 394.98
Jaclyn Murphy
Joanne Sullivan
(NASH)
DECA District 2 Career
Development Conference
Sponsor: District 2 DECA
Coraopolis, PA
12/5/2013
$ 38.00
$ 38.00
William Phillips
(CAO)
Elements of Technology
Sponsor: PASBO
Harrisburg, PA
12/6/2013
$ 690.00
Robert Hetzel
(FAC)
Backflow Tester Recertification
Sponsor: CCAC
Oakdale, PA
12/9/2013
$ 115.00
Amber Kaczmarczyk
Christopher Shute
(MCK)
Marci Bontempo
(BW)
Student Assistance Program (SAP)
Training (K-12)
Sponsor: UPMC/WPIC
Pittsburgh, PA
12/10-
12/12/2013
$ 55.00
$ 55.00
$ 70.04
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
November 20, 2013
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Rachel Tengowski
(NAI)
Wired Differently: 5 Keys to
Working with Students (K-12) with
Emotional and Behavioral
Challenges – What Every Educator
Should Know
Sponsor: Developmental Resources
Pittsburgh, PA
12/11/2013
$ 164.87*
Robert Hetzel
William Weyand
(FAC)
Introduction to Programming
Powerful Process Control Language
for Apogee
Sponsor: Siemens Industry, Inc.
Bridgeville, PA
2/12-2/13/2013
$ 310.00
$ 310.00
Sherri Ludwig
(CAO)
Annual Non-Profit Update
Conference
Sponsor: Maher Duessel
Cranberry Township, PA
12/18-
12/19/2013
$ 24.86
*ACCESS Funds
For Information
Approval was given for Shelley Ward to attend the 2013 Three Rivers Educational Technology
Conference (TRETC) on November 19-20, 2013 at the June 26, 2013 Board meeting. Due to
Mrs. Ward’s resignation in October 2013, Ellen Green, Technology Education Department
Chair, will be attending the conference in her place.
II. SCHOOL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER – NAI AND NASH
The Administration respectfully recommends that the Pennsylvania Department of Education
(PDE) provide one school identification number to North Allegheny Intermediate High School
(NAI) and North Allegheny Senior High School (NASH) for the purposes of reporting school and
student data and that the Department eliminate the two separate school identification numbers for
these schools, effective immediately. The District will continue to operate with two separate
campuses but will be identified with one number only.
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ADDENDUM I
There is 1 item for Board Action in Addendum I.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
I. PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR REQUESTS
The Superintendent respectfully requests that the Board honor the following professional
seminar requests:
Name Conference Date Amount
David Woten
(CMS)
Standards Aligned System/National
State Teacher of the Year Conference
Sponsor: PA Department of
Education
Hershey, PA
12/8-
12/10/2013
$ 298.58
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ADDENDUM II
There is 1 item for Board Action in Addendum II.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
I. PRINCIPAL – HOSACK ELMENTARY SCHOOL The Superintendent respectfully recommends Board approval of the appointment of Ms.
Amanda Mathieson to the position of Hosack Elementary School Principal, at an annual salary
of $110,000 (pro-rated). The effective date of appointment is November 21, 2013.
Ms. Mathieson began her teaching career in the Reynolds School District as a Learning Support
Teacher in 1994, then transferring to the Greenville Area School District in Greenville, PA to
become an Elementary Classroom Teacher in 1995, then the Title I Reading and Math Teacher in
2002. In 2004, Ms. Mathieson became the Instructional Support Coordinator for the Deer Lakes
School District in Cheswick, PA and the Title I Math Teacher in 2005. In 2008, Ms. Mathieson
joined North Allegheny and became the Assistant Principal of Marshall Elementary School
before moving on to the Assistant Principal at Ingomar Middle School in 2011. Ms. Mathieson
has been serving as the Interim Principal at Hosack Elementary School since the start of the
2013-14 School Year.
Ms. Mathieson received her Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Slippery Rock
University of Pennsylvania in 1993 and Master of Education in Reading Specialist from Slippery
Rock University of Pennsylvania in 2001. Ms. Mathieson is currently enrolled in a Reading
Doctoral Program at the University of Pittsburgh.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
November 20, 2013