September 10, 2019 Meeting Minutes - School Webmasters · -June 27, 2019 -August 13, 2019 VI. REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS A. PRESENTATION ... Superintendent of Schools,

East Orange, New Jersey September 10, 2019

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Minutes of a regular public meeting of the East Orange Board of Education held on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at 6:04 p.m. in the Conference Room A of the Administration Building, 199 Fourth Avenue, East Orange, New Jersey. I. CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Marsha B. Wilkerson, Vice President, read the following notice: Please take notice that this is a Regular Public Meeting of the East Orange Board of Education. The purpose of this meeting is for the Board of Education to take action on the resolutions as indicated on the agenda. Notice of this meeting has been posted and announced in accordance with the law. Said notice was published in the newspapers and a copy of this notice has also been filed with the Office of the City Clerk of East Orange.

II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL: Ms. Darlene Clovis - Present Mr. Cameron B. Jones, Sr. – Absent Mrs. Tashia Owens Muhammad – Present

Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr. – Present Mr. Wayne R. Stackhouse, Jr. - Present Mrs. Marsha B. Wilkerson - Present Ms. Terry S. Tucker – Absent

Also Present: Dr. Kevin R. West, Superintendent of Schools Ms. Beth Brooks, Board Secretary/School Business Administrator Dr. Deborah Harvest, Assistant Superintendent of Operations Ms. Anita Champagne, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum Services Ms. Marissa McKenzie Director of Labor Relations & Employment Services Mr. Johnathan Williams, General Counsel (DeCotiis, Fitzpatrick, Cole) IV. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC 1) Virginia Jeffries, 236 Brighton Avenue, East Orange, NJ -North Star Academy Bill – discrepancy on why August is so much more than September -Sharonda Allen Conspiracy- still no action from the board

-Outstanding OPRA Request – Request #08 Hunt Hamlin & Ridley, hired but no contract. Request #09 Kologi*Simitz, hired but no contract. Request #12 Documents involving myself and former Board Attorney, Avis Bishop Thompson. Request #14 the Endless Possibilities Foundation, delaying records. Darlene Clovis in October 2018 was a private citizen not a member of the board, but board attorney is claiming attorney client privilege and not providing records. Request #17 the Henry Hamilton Way Ceremony, records are being delayed. Request #18 The Endless Possibilities Foundation, records are being delayed.

2) Bergson Leneus. 320 South Harrison St. East Orange, NJ Welcome everyone and I hope you have a fine and prosperous new school year. I hope we come with new ideas and progressive thoughts in ways to help build our community. I’m here to again lend my support as I do every year since I’ve been on the City Council as the health and education chair to work collaboratively with you the board and with you the community and again I am just a phone call away. Many of you can attest to the fact that we as a city has done a lot with this school district over the past year or so, again I’m here and my door is always open. Thank you for all that you do, you are appreciated.


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V. BOARD OF EDUCATION A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion of Ms. Tashia Owens Muhammad, duly seconded by Ms. Darlene Clovis, the members of

the Board voted to approve the following minutes: ROLL CALL: Ms. Darlene Clovis - Yes Mr. Cameron B. Jones, Sr. – Absent

Ms. Tashia Owens Muhammad - Yes Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr. – Yes Mr. Wayne R. Stackhouse, Jr. - Yes Ms. Marsha B. Wilkerson - Yes Ms. Terry S. Tucker – Absent

BE IT RESOLVED, the East Orange Board of Education approves the minutes of the following

meetings: -June 24, 2019 -July 8, 2019 -June 27, 2019 -August 13, 2019

VI. REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS A. PRESENTATION On a motion of Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr., duly seconded by Mr. Wayne R. Stackhouse, the members of

the Board voted to approve the Student Safety Data System 2018-2019 Incident Report: ROLL CALL: Ms. Darlene Clovis - Yes Mr. Cameron B. Jones, Sr. – Absent


VII. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND COMMENTS FROM THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION - Ms. Darlene Clovis reported on the LRES Committee Meeting on September 3, 2019 -Mrs. Marsha B. Wilkerson reported on the Curriculum Committee Meeting on September 4, 2019 -Ms. Darlene Clovis reported on the Finance Committee Meeting on September 4, 2019 -Ms. Tashia Owens Muhammad reported on the Maintenance Meeting on September 3, 2019 VIII. COMMENTS FROM THE PRESIDENT IX. RETIRE TO EXECUTIVE SESSION Ms. Wilkerson read the following:

`Be it resolved that the Board of Education will immediately retire to executive session to review and discuss:

1. Human Resource Discussion as a Whole 2. Superintendent’s Update on Confidential Matters 3. Other Topics up for Discussion 4. Review of Caucus Minutes 5. Update from General Counsel 6. Update from Workers’ Compensation Counsel 7. Privileged Considerations from Board President

Minutes of this meeting will be released when the matters discussed are no longer confidential. The Board will resume the business portion of the meeting at or about 7:30 p.m.


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On a motion of Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr., duly seconded by Ms. Tashia Owens Muhammad, the members of the Board of Education voted to retire to Executive Session at 6:54 p.m. ROLL CALL: Ms. Darlene Clovis - Yes Mr. Cameron B. Jones, Sr. – Absent

Mrs. Tashia Owens Muhammad - Yes Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr. – Yes Mr. Wayne R. Stackhouse, Jr. - Yes Mrs. Marsha B. Wilkerson - Yes Ms. Terry S. Tucker – Absent

X. RECOMMENCE PUBLIC MEETING The Members of the Board and Executive Staff resumed the Public Session at 8:24 p.m. ROLL CALL: Ms. Darlene Clovis - Present Mr. Cameron B. Jones, Sr. – Absent Mrs. Tashia Owens Muhammad – Present

Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr. – Present Mr. Wayne R. Stackhouse, Jr. - Present Mrs. Marsha B. Wilkerson - Present Ms. Terry S. Tucker – Absent

Also Present: Dr. Kevin R. West, Superintendent of Schools Ms. Beth Brooks, Board Secretary/School Business Administrator Dr. Deborah Harvest, Assistant Superintendent of Operations Ms. Anita Champagne, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum Services Ms. Marissa McKenzie, Director of Labor Relations & Employment Services Mr. Johnathan Williams, General Counsel (DeCotiis, Fitzpatrick, Cole)


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XI. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS A. SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS 1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

On the motion of Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr., duly seconded by Mr. Wayne R. Stackhouse, Jr., the members of the Board voted to approve items “a-s” under Educational Support Services: ROLL CALL: Ms. Darlene Clovis - Yes Mr. Cameron B. Jones, Sr. – Absent


a. 2019-2020 Curriculum Guides - (Dr. Richardson)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve adopting curriculum for the following subjects in alignment

with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards: PBL

and Genius Hour for the 2019‐2020 school year at no cost to the district.

b. Junior Achievement, Biz Town – (Dr. Stallings)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the 6th through 8th grade students from STEM Academy to

participate in the program, Junior Achievement Biz Town for Success for the 2019‐2020 academic

year at no cost to the district.

c. Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC) Memorandum of Understanding with New Jersey

Department of Education – (Dr. Webb)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding with the

New Jersey Department of Education, and subsequent administration of the TASC Test July 2020

through June 30, 2023 at no cost to the district.

d. NJACDA Voices United Choir Festival – (Dr. Estrict/Mrs. Colson)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve EOCHS hosting the NJACDA Voices United Choir Festival on

November 1, 2019 to include schools from East Orange and other school districts. Location will be at

Campus High School at no cost to the district.

e. Renaming Campus HS Guidance & Counseling Department to School Counseling Department – (Dr.

Estrict)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the Campus High School Guidance and Counseling Department

to be renamed to School Counseling Department at no cost to the district.

f. Girls Who Code Club – (Dr. Estrict)


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BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, permits East Orange Campus High School to host a Girls Who Code

Club program and hire a club facilitator to run the program from September 5, 2019 to June 24, 2020

at a cost not to exceed $2,079.00. The club will run on Thursdays from 2:45pm to 3:45pm every

week.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant. (Account code: 20.15.401.100.100.101.001.0000)

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS A. SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS 1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

g. Tools of the Mind Technical and Curriculum Training SY 2019-2020– (Ms. Aquil/Ms. Lofton-

Simpson)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the curriculum training and technical support provided by Tools of the Mind Consultants for the state approved curriculum, Tools of the Mind for the 2019-2020 school year to be supported and implemented in district and collaborating centers classrooms at a cost that will not exceed $68,000.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant. (Account code: 20.20.218.200.329.028.026.9032)

h. Independent Educational Evaluations – (Dr. Harvest/Mrs. Santos)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the contract with Barbara Wilson (Diagnostic Educational Consultant’s Inc.) to complete Educational Evaluations at a rate of $300 per case during the 2019-2020 school year not to exceed $10,000. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant. (Account code: 20.11.000.219.390.028.031.0000)

i. Independent Psychological Evaluations – (Dr. Harvest/Mrs. Santos)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the contract with Ms. Sanhita Kar to complete psychological evaluations at a rate of $315 per case during the 2019-2020 school year. Ms. Kar has provided RFQ# 3096 for psychological services.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the direction of the

Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant. (Account code: 20.11.000.219.390.028.031.0000)

j. Special Olympics – Unified Young Athletes – (Ms. Champagne/Mrs. Santos/Ms. Aquil/Ms.

Tyler/Ms. Lofton-Simpson)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the agreement between the EOSD and New Jersey Special Olympics to implement the Unified Young Athletes program in four elementary schools (Grades PreK-2) during the 2019-2020 school year. Curriculum, training and equipment will be provided at no cost to the district.

k. Understanding State and Federal Guidelines on Student Discipline – (Dr. Harvest)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve NJPSA to facilitate a workshop session on January 8, 2020 to all


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District Administrators related to “Understanding State and Federal Guidelines on Student Discipline” at a cost not to exceed $330.




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l. Corrective Action Plans and Progressive Supervision – (Dr. Harvest)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve NJPSA to facilitate a workshop session on November 13, 2019 and December 4, 2019 to all District Administrators related to “Corrective Action Plans and Progressive Supervision” at a cost not to exceed $6,660 for both workshop sessions. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant. (Account code: 20.20.271.200.300.028.023.0000)

m. Hapara – (Ms. Champagne/Ms. Salomon)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the implementation of Hapara during the 2019-2020 school year at a cost to the district not to exceed $17,000.



n. Teq Inc. – (Ms. Champagne/Ms. Salomon/Ms. Tyler)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve Teq Inc. to provide professional development services during the 2019-2020 school year at a cost to the district not to exceed $16,200. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant. (Account code: 20.11.000.221.500.028.026.6138/20.11.000.223.580.028.057.0000)

o. Parent Engagement Series for Extended Learning Program Activities Grant (ELPA) - (Ms.

Champagne/Ms. Tyler)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve Dr. Alonzo Perry, Sr., RBS Educational and Consulting Services, Nexus Tech LLC, and New Day Project to provide workshops for parents of the Path Afterschool Program from the October 2019 – June 2020 school year at a cost not to exceed $20,000. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant. (Account code: Extended Learning Program Activities Grant - ELPA)

p. Business Management and Marketing Consultation - (Ms. Champagne/Ms. Tyler)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve Alonzo Perry, Jr., Kara Hopkins and John Blanton to consult on academic content for business administration and marketing and to provide training for students in the CTE program October 2019 – May 2020 at a cost not to exceed $15,000. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant. (Account code: 20.20.361.200.390.028.026.0000)


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q. EOCHS Collaboration with Hamilton Education and Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

– (Dr. Estrict/Mrs. Colson)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve Mrs. Colson, Ms. Richardson, and the EOCHS History and Performing Arts Departments, and Ms. Vega-Moore for U.S. History I & II for regular and bilingual classes, partnering with the Hamilton Project of the Gilder Lehrman Inst., of American History. Partnership focuses on the study of Alexander Hamilton’s role in U.S. History through the Broadway Production, “Hamilton.” Initial cost to the district not to exceed $1,980 for 198 tickets to the matinee on 12/11/19 at the Richard Rodgers Theater in New York City for bus transportation TBD. (A separate field trip request will be submitted). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant. (Account code: 20.11.000.221.890.000.000.9706)

r. E.O. Middle School 5K Run – (Dr. Richardson)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve Future Ready Prep to host a 5K run for all middle school students in East Orange at Robeson Stadium on June 3, 2020 at no cost to the district.


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s. Field Trips

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following field trips.” No.

Names(s)

Destination

Reason (include incentive & benefit)

Date(s)

Cost/Budgets

SB - School Based/GB - Grant Based/

AB - Arts Based Budget/ BO - Bus. Ofc.

1 Mr. English Ms. Rae-Dudley 8 students 2 staff members Tyson M/H School

New York, NY To attend the Open Doors Scholarship Program at the Theater Development Fund (Educational)

2019-2020 School Year

$4,368.00 Transportation $4,368.00 Total 20.15.000.100.270.512.003.5523 (SB)

2 Dr. Estrict TSgt Thomas 10 students 1 staff member Campus High School

Bridgeton, NJ To participate in the Bridgeton HS Drill Competition (Educational)

9/21/19 $832.00 Transportation $832.00 Total 20.15.000.270.512.101.001.5523 (SB)

3 Dr. Estrict Mr. Barone 50 students 5 staff members Campus High School

New York City, NY

To visit the Tenement Museum (Educational)



Union, NJ To tour Kean University and Liberty Hall Museum (Educational)


5 Dr. Estrict Mrs. Colson 60 students 3 staff members 6 parent chaperones Campus High School

Orange, NJ The marching band to participate in the Pink Out for Cancer event (Educational)

10/12/19 $780.00 Transportation $780.00 Total 20.15.000. 270.512.101.001.9732 (SB)

6 Dr. Estrict TSgt Thomas 50 students 4 staff members 1 parent chaperone Campus High School

Annapolis, Maryland

To tour the Naval Academy Base (Educational)

10/17/19 $2,080.00 Transportation $2,080.00 Total 20.15.000.270.512.101.001.5523 (SB)

F/T Board Agenda 9/10/19


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s. Field Trips

No.

Names(s)

Destination


Date(s)

Cost/Budgets



7 Dr. Estrict Mr. Thomas 30 students 3 staff members 1 parent chaperone Campus High School

Summit, NJ To visit the JA of NJ College & Career Readiness Mentoring Day at the Grand Summit Hotel (Educational)


8 Dr. Estrict Mrs. Colson 35 students 5 staff members Campus High School

Glassboro, NJ To attend the Rowan University Tenor-Bass Festival 2019 (Enrichment)


9 Dr. Webb 30 students 5 staff members Fresh Start Academy

Union, NJ Newark, NJ

To attend college tours at Lincoln Tech., Essex County College and Rutgers-Newark (Educational)


10 Dr. Estrict Mr. Thomas 12 students 1 staff member 1 parent chaperone Campus High School

Union, NJ To attend the FBLA State Fall Leadership Conference at Kean University (Educational)


11 Dr. Richardson Ms. Elias 140 students 10 staff members 4 parent chaperones Future Ready Prep

New York, NY To visit the United Nations (Educational)

11/1/19 $2,808.00 Transportation $1,024.00 Admissions $3,832.00 Total 20.11.403.270.512.047.047.0000 (SB) 20.11.403.100.800.047.047.0000 (SB)


Philadelphia, PA

To visit the National Constitution Center (Educational)


13 Dr. Estrict Mrs. Colson 39 students 4 staff members Campus High School

Chatham, NJ To attend the NJSMA Choir Festival 2019 at Chatham High School (Enrichment)



New York, NY To visit the American Museum of Natural History (Educational)

12/5/19 $ 936.00 Transportation $ 775.00 Admissions $1,711.00 Total 20.11.423.100.800.029.029.0000 (SB) 20.11.423.240.500.029.029.5523 (SB)


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s. Field Trips

No.

Names(s)

Destination


Date(s)

Cost/Budgets



15 Dr. Estrict Mrs. Navarro 30 students 3 staff members Campus High School

Manhattan, NY Union City, NJ

To attend performance of “En El Tiempo De Las Mariposas” at the Spanish Theater (Educational)

12/12/19 $ 712.40 Transportation $ 750.00 Admissions $1,462.40 Total 20.15.000.270.512.101.001.5523 (SB) 20.15.190.100.800.101.001.0000 (SB)

16 Mr. English Mr. Carlson 48 students 6 staff members Tyson M/H School

New York City, NY

To attend a performance of “Porgy & Bess” at the Metropolitan Opera (Educational)

1/8/20 $1,066.00 Transportation $1,485.00 Admissions $2,943.00 Meals $5,494.00 Total 20.15.000.270.512.203.003.5523 (SB) 20.15.190.100.800.203.003.0000 (SB)


Newark, NJ To attend performance of “We Shall Overcome” at NJPAC (Educational)

1/15/20 $310.96 Transportation $320.00 Admissions $630.96 Total 20.11.423.100.800.029.029.0000 (SB) 20.11.423.240.500.029.029.5523 (SB)


Bloomfield, NJ Jersey City, NJ

To attend college tours at Empire Beauty School and Hudson County College (Educational)


19 Dr. Burton Ms. Nelson 50 students 4 staff members 1 parent chaperone Truth Middle School

Palmerton, PA To visit the Blue Mountain Resort – Science of Sliding (Educational)



Newark, NJ To attend performance of “Linear Notes” at NJPAC (Educational)

2/7/20 $260.00 Transportation $320.00 Admissions $580.00 Total 20.11.423.100.800.029.029.0000 (SB) 20.11.423.240.500.029.029.5523 (SB)


Trenton, NJ To visit the New Jersey State House (Educational)


22 Mr. English Ms. Rae-Dudley 73 students 7 staff members Tyson M/H School

New York City, NY

To attend production of “Jitney” at the Samuel Friedman Theater (Educational)




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s. Field Trips

No.

Names(s)

Destination


Date(s)

Cost/Budgets




New York, NY To visit the Museum of Jewish Heritage: A Living Memorial to the Holocaust (Educational)



Washington, DC

To visit Howard University (Educational)



East Orange, NJ The marching band to participate in the Memorial Day Parade at City Hall (Educational)

5/25/20 $780.00 Transportation $780.00 Total 20.15.000. 270.512.101.001.9732 (SB)


Lincoln Harbor, NJ

To attend the Grade 8 Social on the Spirit of New Jersey Cruise Ship (Incentive)

5/28/20 $ 988.00 Transportation $3,600.00 Admissions $4,588.00 Total 20.11.423.240.500.029.029.5523 (SB) 20.11.423.240.600.029.029.6662 (SB)

27 Dr. Richardson Ms. Elias 68 students 7 staff members Future Ready Prep

Livingston, NJ To visit the East Orange Water Commission (Educational)

5/28/20 5/29/20

$728.00 Transportation $728.00 Total 20.11.403.270.512.047.047.0000 (SB)


Jackson, NJ To visit Six Flags Great Adventure (Educational)



East Orange, NJ The marching band to participate in the Robeson Classic at the Robeson Stadium (Educational)

6/11/20 Rain-date 6/12/20

$1,238.64 Transportation $1,238.64 Total 20.15.000. 270.512.101.001.9732 (SB)

30 Ms. Evans 47 students 5 staff members Tyson M/H School STEM Academy Campus High School Fresh Start Academy

Washington, DC

To attend the Black Caucus Convention (Educational)

9/12/19 No cost to the district



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XI. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS A. SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS 2. LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES On the motion of Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr., duly seconded by Mr. Wayne R. Stackhouse, Jr., the members of the Board voted to approve items “a-z” under Labor Relations & Employment Services: ROLL CALL: Ms. Darlene Clovis - Yes Mr. Cameron B. Jones, Sr. – Absent


a. Retirements BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following retirements.” 1. Mr. Edward Bell – Custodian (Head) – Division of Operations Effective January 1, 2020 (25 years, 6 months of service) (11.000.262.0100.000.000.000.0000) 2. Ms. Leanora Cousins – Teacher of Technology – Houston Academy Effective July 1, 2019 (16 years of service) (15.000.222.0100.000.307.007.0000) 3. Ms. Yvonne Hester-Lambert – Teacher of Kindergarten – Banneker Academy Effective November 1, 2019 (48 years, 2 months of service) (15.110.100.0101.000.336.036.9704) b. Resignations BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following resignations.” 1. Ms. Grace Abrams – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Effective September 4, 2019 (to continue education) (7 months of service) (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) 2. Ms. Deborah Adeola – Teacher Assistant for ESL – Truth Middle School Effective September 2, 2019 (personal reasons) (8 years, 5 months of service) (15.240.100.0106.000.216.016.0000) 3. Ms. Rafaelina Almonte – Teacher Assistant for ESL – Costley Middle School Effective September 1, 2019 (no reason) (4 years, 7 months of service) (15.240.100.0106.000.215.015.0000) 4. Ms. Marcelle Chapman – Teacher Assistant for Special Ed (CSM) – Langston Hughes School Effective August 30, 2019 (no reason) (3 months of service) (15.213.100.0106.000.306.006.0000) 5. Ms. Staci Cowins – Secretary (Head) – Cochran Academy Effective September 1, 2019 (another position) (6 years of service) (15.000.240.0105.000.338.038.0000) 6. Ms. LaRisha DeJesus – Climate & Culture Specialist – Healy Middle School Effective October 18, 2019 (no reason) (3 years of service) (20.231.200.0100.000.028.018.0000) 7. Ms. Shawna Hastings – Teacher of Dance – Houston Academy Effective October 18, 2019 (another position) (10 years, 1 month of service) (15.120.100.0101.000.307.007.0000) 8. Ms. Aida Herrera-Jerez – Building Based Substitute Teacher – Tyson Elementary Effective September 1, 2019 (no reason) (7 months of service) (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000)


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XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS

A. SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES b. Resignations (cont’d) 9. Ms. Paula Hilliman – Lunch Period Supervisory Aide – Campus High Effective September 1, 2019 (to continue education) (9 months of service) (11.000.262.0100.000.000.000.0000) 10. Mr. Tariq McDaniel – Hourly Security Monitor – Department of Security Effective September 1, 2019 (another position) (5 years of service) (11.000.266.0100.000.000.000.0000) 11. Mr. Eric McGee – Teacher of the Handicapped (LD) – Campus High Effective November 1, 2019 (no reason) (15 years of service) (15.204.100.0101.000.101.001.0000) 12. Mr. Alex Mendiola – Teacher of English – Campus High Effective October 25, 2019 (no reason) (2 years, 2 months of service) (15.140.100.0101.000.101.001.0000) 13. Ms. Amanda Quinitchett – Teacher Assistant for Special Ed (AUT) – Parks Academy Effective September 1, 2019 (personal reasons) (4 years, 5 months of service) (15.214.100.0106.000.311.011.0000) 14. Mr. Brian Rock – Teacher of Social Studies – Campus High Effective September 1, 2019 (another position) (12 years of service) (15.140.100.0101.000.101.001.0000) 15. Ms. Shanice Scott – Teacher Assistant for Special Ed (CSM) – Tyson Elementary Effective September 1, 2019 (personal reasons) (1 year of service) (15.213.100.0106.000.312.012.0000) 16. Ms. Talia Snipes – Data Coach – Healy Middle School Effective October 18, 2019 (no reason) (6 years, 1 month of service) (20.231.200.0100.000.028.018.0000) 17. Ms. Tonya St Bernard-Thomas – Teacher Assistant for Special Ed (PSD) – Wahlstrom Academy Effective September 3, 2019 (no reason) (2 years, 9 months of service) (15.216.100.0106.000.339.039.0000) 18. Ms. Zakiyyah Zai'Mah – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Effective September 1, 2019 (another position) (1 year, 9 months of service) (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) c. Separation BE IT RESOLVED: "that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following separation.” 1. Ms. Vanessa Morrison – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Effective September 1, 2019 (substitute certificate revoked) (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000)


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XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS A. SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES d. Rescission of Appointments BE IT RESOLVED: "that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, rescinds the following appointments." 1. Ms. Thelma Abney – Security Hourly – Department of Security Appointment was approved at the June 11, 2019 Board Meeting (11.000.266.0100.000.000.000.0000) 2. Mr. Robert Dutches – Teacher of Grades 6-8 (SSd) – Truth Middle School Appointment was approved at the August 13, 2019 Board Meeting (15.130.100.0101.000.216.016.0000) 3. Ms. Chikanele Egbutu – School Nurse – Ecolè Toussaint Louverture Appointment was approved at the August 13, 2019 Board Meeting (15.000.213.0100.000.310.010.0000 – 87.5000%) (20.218.200.0104.000.028.026.9027 – 12.5000%) 4. Mr. Damier Johnson-Roberts – Teacher of Health/Physical Education – Costley Middle School Appointment was approved at the August 13, 2019 Board Meeting (15.130.100.0101.000.215.015.0000 – 30.0000%) (15.130.100.0101.000.216.016.0000 – 30.0000%) (15.130.100.0101.000.217.017.0000 – 40.0000%) 5. Mr. Donald Jones – Teacher of Industrial Arts (CIT) – East Orange Campus High School Appointment was approved at the August 13, 2019 Board Meeting (15.140.100.0101.000.101.001.0000) 6. Ms. Clarise Simmons – Teacher Assistant for Special Education (CSM) – Tyson Elementary Appointment was approved at the August 13, 2019 Board Meeting (15.213.100.0106.000.312.012.0000) 7. Mr. Sampson Thom – Head Custodian – Tyson 6-12 Appointment was approved at the August 13, 2019 Board Meeting (11.000.262.0100.000.000.000.0000) e. Rescission of Leave of Absence BE IT RESOLVED: "that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, rescinds the following leave of absence." 1. Ms. Mylene Brown – CST Social Worker – Houston Academy Family Act LOA (Intermittent) was approved at the April 9, 2019 Board Meeting (11.000.219.0104.000.000.000.0000) f. Leaves of Absence BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following leaves of absence.” 1. Ms. Melissa Baptiste – CST Social Worker – Carver Institute Family Act LOA Effective October 7, 2019 to October 10, 2019 Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective October 11, 2019 to November 8, 2019 (NTE 2 days) (11.000.219.0104.000.000.000.0000) 2. Ms. June Blackwell – Secretary (Head) – Fresh Start Academy High School Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective July 1, 2019 to October 16, 2019 (NTE 30 days) Family Act LOA Effective October 17, 2019 to December 31, 2019 (11.423.240.0105.000.029.029.0000) 3. Mr. Loren Blackwell – Inventory Control Supervisor – Division of Business Services Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective August 27, 2019 to March 31, 2020 (NTE 45 days) (11.000.262.0100.000.000.000.0000) 4. Ms. Patricia Ciccone – Climate & Culture Specialist – East Orange Campus High School Family Act LOA Effective June 19, 2019 to June 30, 2019 (20.231.200.0100.000.028.018.0000)


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2. LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES f. Leaves of Absence (cont’d) 5. Ms. Julia King – Teacher of the Handicapped (MCI) – Ecolè Toussaint Louverture Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective September 12, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (NTE 15 days) (15.201.100.0101.000.310.010.0000) 6. Ms. Petal Nelson – Teacher of the Handicapped (LD) – Ecolè Toussaint Louverture Family Act LOA Effective September 3, 2019 to October 14, 2019 (NTE 0 days) (15.204.100.0101.000.310.010.0000) 7. Dr. Ignatius Njoku – Teacher of the Handicapped (ICS) – East Orange Campus High School Health LOA Effective September 3, 2019 to December 2, 2019 (15.213.100.0101.000.101.001.0000) 8. Ms. Alicia Simon – Teacher Assistant for Pre-Kindergarten – Wahlstrom Academy Family Act LOA Effective September 3, 2019 to September 30, 2019 (20.218.100.0106.000.028.026.9013) 9. Ms. Bonnie Taylor – Teacher of Business/Technology – East Orange STEM Academy High School Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective September 16, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (NTE 20 days) (15.000.222.0100.000.102.002.0000) 10. Ms. Angella Thomas – Custodian (Night) – Costley Middle School Family Act LOA Effective July 3, 2019 to July 12, 2019 Family Act LOA Effective July 19, 2019 to September 2, 2019 Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective September 3, 2019 to January 3, 2020 (NTE 24 days) (11.000.262.0100.000.000.000.0000) 11. Ms. Dayn Vincent – Custodian – Division of Maintenance Services Family Act LOA Effective July 31, 2019 to October 24, 2019 (11.000.262.0100.000.000.000.0000) 12. Ms. Michelle Williams-Wong – Teacher of Grades 6-8 (Sci) – Tyson 6-12 Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective September 3, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (NTE 20 days) (15.130.100.0101.000.203.003.0000) 13. Ms. Yvonne Wilson-Jones – School Nurse – Department of Special Education Family Act LOA Effective August 12, 2019 to September 9, 2019 Health LOA Effective September 10, 2019 to October 4, 2019 (11.000.213.0100.000.000.000.0000) 14. Ms. Elizabeth Yearwood – Teacher Assistant for Special Ed (MCI) – Truth Middle School Family Act LOA Effective September 3, 2019 to November 6, 2019 (15.201.100.0106.000.216.016.0000) g. Transfers BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the transfers listed in DIVISION OF LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Schedule 2.g.” h. Reclassifications BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the reclassifications listed in DIVISION OF LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Schedule 2.h.”


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2. LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES i. Salary Adjustments BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following salary adjustments.” 1. Ms. Marijoe Ashikwei – Teacher of Elementary – Garvin School (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2019) From: Level 4/BA Step 1 $54,179 p/a To: Level 4/BA Step 14½ $83,941 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (verified prior experience) (15.120.100.0101.000.308.008.0000) 2. Ms. Monique Bass-Randolph – Teacher Assistant for Special Education (CSM) – Healy Middle (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2019) From: Step 1 $28,677 p/a To: Step 3 $29,227 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level) (15.213.100.0101.000.217.017.0000) 3. Mr. Luckens Bolivar – Teacher of Health/Physical Education – Banneker Academy (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2005) From: Level 5½/MA+15 Step 12 $77,379 p/a To: Level 6/MA+32 Step 12 $83,379 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level) (15.120.100.0101.000.336.036.0000) 4. Dr. Dennissa Brown – Literacy Coach – STEM Academy (Original Hire Date: September 8, 2003) From: Level 6/MA+32 Step 16 $107,413 p/a + $750 Longevity To: Level 6/MA+32 Step 16 $107,413 p/a + $1,250 Stipend + $750 Longevity Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level) (15.000.221.0104.000.102.002.0000) 5. Ms. Angely Chery – Teacher of French – East Orange Campus High School (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2019) From: Level 4/BA Step 1 $54,179 p/a To: Level 5/MA Step 12½ $78,146 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level) (15.140.100.0101.000.101.001.0000) 6. Ms. Margaret Cunningham – Media Specialist – Tyson Elementary (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2019) From: Level 5/MA Step 1 $59,879 p/a To: Level 6/MA+32 Step 10 $75,979 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level & verified prior experience) (15.000.222.0100.000.312.012.0000 – 60%) & (15.000.222.0100.000.338.038.0000 – 40%) 7. Dr. Lisa DeLeon-Smith – Culture and Climate Specialist – Healy Middle School (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2019) From: Level 6/MA+32 Step 1 $68,179 p/a + $1,250 Stipend To: Level 6/MA+32 Step 10 $75,979 p/a + $1,250 Stipend Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (verified prior experience) (20.231.200.0100.000.028.018.0000)


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2. LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES i. Salary Adjustments (cont’d) 8. Ms. Caryn Feder – Teacher of Music (Comprehensive) – Ecolè Toussaint Louverture (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2019) From: Level 5/MA Step 5 $62,279 p/a To: Level 5/MA Step 6 $62,879 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level) (15.120.100.0101.000.310.010.0000) 9. Dr. Loren Fortna – Teacher of Music (Voc) – Warwick Institute (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2019) From: Level 6/MA+32 Step 1 $68,179 p/a + $1,250 Stipend To: Level 6/MA+32 Step 12½ $86,146 p/a + $1,250 Stipend Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level & verified prior experience) (15.120.100.0101.000.309.009.0000) 10. Ms. Sheila Harper-Cabbell – School Nurse – Campus High (Original Hire Date: September 1, 1998) From: Level 5½/MA+15 Step 16 $101,150 p/a + $1,250 Longevity To: Level 6/MA+32 Step 16 $107,413 p/a + $1,250 Longevity Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level) (15.000.213.0100.000.101.001.0000) 11. Ms. Stacey Jones-Manley – Teacher of Elementary – Parks Academy (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2019) From: Level 4/BA Step 1 $54,179 p/a To: Level 4/BA Step 7 $57,479 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (verified prior experience) (15.120.100.0101.000.311.011.0000) 12. Dr. Jasper Nwafor – Teacher of Grades 6-8 (Mth) – Truth Middle School (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2003) From: Level 6/MA+32 Step 16 $107,413 p/a + $750 Longevity To: Level 6/MA+32 Step 16 $107,413 p/a + $1,250 Stipend + $750 Longevity Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level) (15.130.100.0101.000.216.016.0000) 13. Ms. Rodeline Paul – Teacher of the Handicapped (AUT)(lr) – Banneker Academy (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2019) From: Level 5/MA Step 4 $61,679 p/a To: Level 5/MA Step 9½ $67,379 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level & verified prior experience) (15.214.100.0101.000.336.036.0000) 14. Ms. Tracey Prince – Teacher of Social Studies – STEM Academy (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2007) From: Level 4/BA Step 10 $62,029 p/a To: Level 5/MA Step 10 $68,879 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level) (15.140.100.0101.000.102.002.0000) 15. Mr. Freddy Rodriguez – Teacher of the Handicapped (LD) – Costley Middle School (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2019) From: Level 4/BA Step 1 $54,179 p/a To: Level 5/MA Step 1 $59,879 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level) (15.204.100.0101.000.215.015.0000)


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2. LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES i. Salary Adjustments (cont’d) 16. Ms. Emmery Schulz – Teacher of Elementary – Ecole Toussaint Louverture (Original Hire Date: September 2, 2014) From: Level 4/BAH Step 3½ $55,979 p/a To: Level 5/MA Step 3½ $61,379 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level) (15.120.100.0101.000.310.010.0000) 17. Ms. Susan Sciacchitano – Teacher of Art – Tyson Elementary (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2019) From: Level 4/BA Step 1 $54,179 p/a To: Level 5½/MA+15 Step 1 $61,379 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level) (15.120.100.0101.000.312.012.0000 – 79%) (20.218.100.0101.000.028.026.9011 – 21%) 18. Ms. Darlene Taylor – Literacy Coach – East Orange Campus High School (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2019) From: Level 5/MA Step 5½ $62,579 p/a To: Level 6/MA+32 Step 9½ $74,979 p/a Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (higher training level) (20.236.200.0100.000.101.001.0000) j. 2019-2020 School Year Reappointment List

RESOLUTION #1 BE IT RESOLVED: “That the teachers, guidance personnel, psychological personnel, school nurses, administrators, and others named in the attached Reappointment List dated September 10, 2019, are hereby reappointed at salaries stated therein. The term of the contract shall be for the school year beginning August 26, 2019 or September 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020 for ten (10) month employees and beginning July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020 for twelve (12) month employees, or other periods of time indicated. It is certified that all professional personnel in the attached list are properly certified, and that all personnel have been appointed by the East Orange Board of Education.” k. Reappointment of Per Diem Substitute Teachers – 2019-2020 School Year BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the reappointment of Per Diem Substitute Teachers listed in DIVISION OF LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES 2.k for the 2019-20 school year at a rate of $77 p/d or $130 p/d.” l. Summer Staff Appointments– 2019-2020 School Year BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the 2019-20 school year summer staff appointments listed in DIVISION OF LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES 2.l. All positions are dependent upon student enrollment and/or the availability of funds.” m. Staff Appointments– 2019-2020 School Year BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the 2019-20 school year staff appointments listed in DIVISION OF LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES 2.m.” n. Approval of Extra-curricular and Co-curricular Activities – Various Locations – 2019-2020 S/Y BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the extra-curricular and co-curricular activities for the various locations listed in DIVISION OF LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Schedule 2.n for the 2019-2020 school year.”


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2. LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES o. Extra-curricular and Co-curricular Staff Appointments – Various Locations – 2019-2020 School Year BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the extra-curricular and co-curricular staff appointments for the various locations listed in DIVISION OF LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Schedule 2.o for the 2019-2020 school year.” p. Approval of Job Descriptions BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the job descriptions listed in DIVISION OF LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Schedule 2.p, effective September 11, 2019.” Confidential Secretary Counselor Trainer for Student Physical & Mental Health Supervisor of Educational Support Services q. Reinstatement of Position BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the reinstatement of the following position effective September 11, 2019.” (1) Custodial Position (009-BB-0000-CUST-02) r. School Business Administrator/Board Secretary Contract Approval 2019-20 School Year BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the 2019-2020 school year contract for Ms. Beth Brooks, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary.” s. Agenda Changes/Corrections BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following agenda changes/corrections.” 1. Ms. Barbara Chroman – Speech Therapist – Carver Institute Change in Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Days From: January 24, 2019 to June 30, 2019 (NTE 15 days) To: January 24, 2019 to June 30, 2019 (NTE 16.5 days) 2. Ms. Elyse Markowitz – School Counselor – Campus High Change in Resignation Date From: September 05, 2019 To: June 30, 2019 3. Mr. Christopher Oliver – Teacher of Mathematics – Tyson 6-12 Change in Resignation Date From: September 05, 2019 To: June 30, 2019 t. Staff Appointment – Federal Grants – Title I/Title I-SIA Grant Staffing – 2019-2020 S/Y BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Title I/Title I-SIA Grant staff appointments for the 2019-2020 school year. “ 1. Mr. Peter Dionisio – Data Coach – Healy Middle School Salary $107,413 p/a Level 6/MA+32 Step 16 + $750 Longv Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (20.231.200.0100.000.028.018.0000 – 100%)


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2. LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES u. Appointments BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following appointments.” 1. Mr. Stanley Allen – Teacher Assistant (ESL) – Truth Middle School Salary $28,677 p/a Step 1 Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.240.100.0106.000.216.016.0000) (replacement) 2. Mr. David Anderson – Teacher of English – East Orange Campus High School Salary $54,179 p/a Level 4/BA Step 1 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.140.100.0101.000.101.001.0000) (replacement) 3. Ms. Patricia Anthony – Teacher of English – East Orange Campus High School Salary $57,279 p/a Level 4/BA Step 6½ Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.140.100.0101.000.101.001.0000) (replacement) 4. Mr. Issac Antwi – Teacher Assistant for Special Education (1:1) – Truth Middle School Salary $29,227 p/a Step 3 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.000.217.0100.000.000.000.0000) (replacement) 5. Ms. Carla Bell-Gayle – School Counselor (College & Career Readiness) – Educational Support Srvcs. Salary $59,879 p/a Level 5/MA Step 1 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.000.218.0104.000.000.000.0000) (replacement) 6. Ms. Karly Bohri – Teacher Assistant for Special Education (CSM) – Healy Middle School Salary $28,677 p/a Step 1 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.213.100.0106.000.217.017.0000) (replacement) 7. Ms. Tammy Boxton – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Salary $130 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) 8. Mr. Elijah Brewer – Building Based Substitute Teacher – Tyson 6-12 Salary $143 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) (replacement) 9. Ms. April Briggs – Teacher Assistant for Special Education (CSM) – Jackson Academy Salary $28,677 p/a Step 1 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.213.100.0101.000.314.014.0000) (replacement) 10. Ms. Miette Brown – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Salary $130 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) 11. Dr. Jeanette Calderon-Arnold – Teacher of Elementary – Garvin School Salary $68,779 p/a Level 6/MA+32 Step 2 + $1,250 Ed Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.120.100.0101.000.308.008.0000) (replacement) 12. Ms. Kellei Cosby – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Salary $77 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) 13. Ms. Kimberly DeHaarte – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Salary $130 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) (new) 14. Mr. Robert Dilworth, III. – Teacher of Health/Physical Education – Parks Academy Salary $54,179 p/a Level 4/BA Step 1 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.120.100.0101.000.311.011.0000 – 83%) (replacement) (20.218.100.0101.000.028.026.9011 – 17%) 15. Mr. Elsayed Elzanfali – Teacher of the Handicapped (LD) – East Orange Campus High School Salary $103,796 p/a Level 6/MA+32 Step 15 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.204.100.0101.000.101.001.0000) (replacement)


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2. LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES u. Appointments (cont’d) 16. Ms. Stephanie Garry – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Salary $130 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) (new) 17. Mr. Steve Gayles – Teacher of Elementary – Garvin School Salary $54,179 p/a Level 4/BA Step 1 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.120.100.0101.000.308.008.0000) (leave replacement) 18. Ms. Brianna Gray – Building Based Substitute Teacher – Garvin School Salary $143 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) (replacement) 19. Ms. Jamie Hastings – Teacher of Grades 6-8 (LAL) – Future Ready Prep Salary $54,179 p/a Level 4/BA Step 1 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.403.100.0100.000.047.047.0000) (new) 20. Mr. Pablo Hernandez – Teacher of Music (Voc) – 0.6 Parks/0.4 Cochran Salary $54,179 p/a Level 4/BA Step 1 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.120.100.0101.000.311.011.0000 – 60%) (replacement) (15.120.100.0101.000.338.038.0000 – 40%) 21. Ms. Toni Jackson – Teacher of Social Studies – East Orange Campus High School Salary $81,759 p/a Level 5/MA Step 13 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.140.100.0101.000.101.001.0000) (replacement) 22. Ms. Khalilah Knight – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Salary $130 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) 23. Ms. Hawa Koroma – Counselor Trainer (Stdnt Phy & Ment Hth) – Educational Support Services Salary $59,879 p/a Level 5/MA Step 1 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (20.281.200.0300.000.028.046.0000) (new) 24. Ms. Tamra Leveridge – Teacher of Grades 6-8 (LAL) – Truth Middle School Salary $54,179 p/a Level 4/BA Step 1 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.130.100.0101.000.216.016.0000) (replacement) 25. Mr. Shaheed Lewis – Teacher of Grades 6-8 (SSd) – Truth Middle School Salary $54,179 p/a Level 4/BA Step 1 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.130.100.0101.000.216.016.0000) (replacement) 26. Ms. Yacquelin Mota – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Salary $130 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) 27. Ms. Faith Oamen – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Salary $130 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) 28. Ms. Abigael Oderanti – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Salary $130 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) 29. Ms. Doris Oganah – Teacher Assistant for Special Education (AUT) – East Orange STEM Academy HS Salary $29,227 p/a Step 3 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.214.100.0106.000.102.002.0000) (replacement)


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2. LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES u. Appointments (cont’d) 30. Ms. Linda Robinson – Teacher Assistant for Special Education (1:1) – Bowser Elementary School Salary $29,227 p/a Step 3 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.000.217.0100.000.000.000.0000) (replacement) 31. Ms. Taneva Robinson – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Salary $77 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) 32. Mr. Lat Sall – Teacher of French – 0.6 Garvin/0.4 Louverture Salary $95,296 p/a Level 5/MA Step 15 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.120.100.0101.000.308.008.0000 – 60%) (replacement) (15.120.100.0101.000.310.010.0000 – 40%) 33. Ms. Lisa Sebro – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Salary $130 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) 34. Mr. Lymon Smith, Jr. – Media Specialist – 0.6 Hughes/0.4 Parks Salary $59,879 p/a Level 5/MA Step 1 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.000.222.0100.000.306.006.0000 – 60%) (replacement) (15.000.222.0100.000.311.011.0000 – 40%) 35. Ms. Felicia Souels – Building Based Substitute Teacher – Healy Middle School Salary $143 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) (replacement) 36. Ms. Christine Spengler – Building Based Substitute Teacher – Jackson Academy Salary $143 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) (replacement) 37. Ms. Diana Stewart-Perkins – Per Diem Substitute Teacher – Substitute Department Salary $130 p/d Effective September 11, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (11.120.100.0101.000.000.000.0000) 38. Ms. Patricia Valatka – Teacher of Grades 6-8 (LAL) – Healy Middle School Salary $68,779 p/a Level 6/MA+32 Step 2 Effective September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 (15.130.100.0101.000.217.017.0000) (replacement) v. Approval of Resolution BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the resolution listed in DIVISION OF LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Schedule 2.v.” w. Account Code Changes – Various Locations – 2019-20 School Year BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the 2019-20 school year account code changes for the various locations listed in DIVISION OF LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Schedule 2.w.” x. Attendance Incentive Bonus – Various Locations – 2018-19 School Year BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the 2018-19 school year attendance incentive bonus for the employees at various locations listed in DIVISION OF LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Schedule 2.x.” y. Approval of District Organizational Chart BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the organizational chart for the East Orange School District listed in DIVISION OF LABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Schedule 2.y.


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z. Professional Conferences BE IT RESOLVED: “That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves staff attendance/participation in the following professional conferences, workshops, seminars or trainings with the requirements, that staff turn-key as required by administration those issues addressed at the approved professional development events which have relevance to improving instruction and/or the operation of the school district." Division of Business Services Name(s) Destination Reason Date(s) Cost

1. Racquel Ferguson New Brunswick, NJ

Ethics: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions

(and their consequences)

9/19/2019 $125.00 Registration Fees $ 10.95 Transportation Cost $135.95 Total Est. Cost 20.11.000.251.580.028.020.0000

2. Racquel Ferguson Atlantic City, NJ NJ State League of Municipalities 104th Annual Conference

11/19/2019 - 11/21/2019

$ 55.00 Registration Fees $ 77.00 Transportation Cost $112.00 Meals and Gratuities $311.00 Lodging and Gratuities $ 20.00 Other Expenses $575.00 Total Est. Cost 20.11.000.251.580.028.020.0000

Division of Business Services Total: 2

Division of Curriculum Services

Name(s) Destination Reason Date(s) Cost 1. Dr. Renee Richardson (Future

Ready Prep) Dr. Vincent Stallings (STEM Academy) Akeem Adisa Jaliyla Fraser Paulette Salomon

New Brunswick, NJ

4th Annual Computer Science Summit

11/1/2019

NO COST TO THE DISTRICT

Division of Curriculum Services Total: 1 Division of Labor Relations & Employment Services (LRES) Name(s) Destination Reason Date(s) Cost 1. Marissa McKenzie

Pennington, NJ Quarterly NJ PAA

Meetings 9/19/2019, 12/11/2019, 2/13/2020, 4/23/2020

$165.00 Transportation Cost

$165.00 Total Est. Cost 20.11.000.230.580.028.021.0000

Division of Labor Relations & Employment Services (LRES) Total: 1


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z. Professional Conferences

Sojourner Truth Middle School

Name(s) Destination Reason Date(s) Cost 1. Fatima McCoy-Leonard

Edison, NJ New Jersey School

Counseling Association Fall Conference

10/3/2019 – 10/4/2019

$159.00 Registration Fee $159.00 Total Est. Cost 20.15.000.223.580.216.016.0000

Sojourner Truth Middle School Total: 1

STEM Academy

Name(s) Destination Reason Date(s) Cost1. Cheryl McCaskill-Willoughby Pompton Plains,

NJ Conquer

Mathematics Workshop

10/8/2019 $160.00 Registration Fees $160.00 Total Est. Cost

20.15.000.240.500.102.002.6661

STEM Academy Total: 1 Wahlstrom Academy

Name(s) Destination Reason Date(s) Cost 1. Eugene Callender

Somerset, NJ NJAAP 28th Annual School

Health Conference 2019: Epilepsy

5/10/2019

$700.00 Registration Fee $700.00 Total Est. Cost 20.15.000.240.580.339.0000

Wahlstrom Academy Total: 1

Grand Total: 7


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XI. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS A. SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS 3. BUSINESS SERVICES On the motion of Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr., duly seconded by Mr. Wayne R. Stackhouse, Jr., the members of the Board voted to approve items “a-p” under Business Services: ROLL CALL: Ms. Darlene Clovis - Yes Mr. Cameron B. Jones, Sr. – Absent


a. List of Bills (Ratify)

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A:19.3 and N.J.S.A. 18A:19-4 authorizes the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary to make payments between board meetings for all claims that have been duly audited; and WHEREAS, the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary has reviewed the documentation supporting the attached list of bills; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, ratifies the payment of bills on the attached lists totaling $4,635,577.93. (Attachment 3-a)

b. List of Bills WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A:19.1 and N.J.S.A. 18:6-31 provides for the Board of Education to authorize

the payment of bills; and WHEREAS, the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary has reviewed the documentation

supporting the attached list of bills; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the

recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, authorizes and approves the payment of bills on the attached lists for the Tuesday, September 10, 2019 board meeting in the amount of

$6,177,733.53 (Attachment 3-b) c. Appropriation Transfers

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A requires that the Board of Education approve appropriation transfers; and WHEREAS, Board of Education Policy #6422 delineates the process for transfer of funds between line items; and WHEREAS, the Superintendent has authorized the budget adjusted to reflect the appropriation transfers; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, does ratify the transfers approved by the Superintendent of Schools. (Attachment 3-c)

d. T-1 Request for Taxes from the City of East Orange

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. Title 40 provides for a board of education in a Type I School District to requisition Tax-Levy monies from the municipality in an amount estimated to represent the balance of its projected cash flow needs; and WHEREAS, the Secretary of the Board has determined this amount to be $1,862,022.83 for the month of September 2019;


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d. T-1 Request for Taxes from the City of East Orange –Cont’d NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the

recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, authorize and direct the Board Secretary to execute and serve the T-1 Request for Tax-Levy monies from the City of East Orange. (Attachment 3-d)

e. Acceptance of T-2 Debt Service Taxes from the City of East Orange WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 54:4-75 and 76 provides for a board of education in a Type I School District to

requisition Debt Service monies from the municipality in an amount deducted from the Equalization Aid for the Qualified School Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the Secretary of the Board has determined this amount to be $941,832.00 for August 1,

2019. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the

recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, accepts the T-2 Debt Service monies from the City of East Orange in the amount of $941,832.00. (Attachment 3-e)

f. Recommendation to Approve Fund Raising Requests

WHEREAS, in accordance with Policy #2430 - Extracurricular Activities, fund-raising activities of extracurricular groups must be approved by the Board upon review by the Superintendent; and WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Schools has reviewed and supported the attached requests for Fund Raising Activities;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the Fund Raising Requests on the attached list. (Attachment 3-f)

g. A-148 Secretary’s Report

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A-17-9, the Secretary of the Board of Education shall report to the

Board at each regular meeting but no more than once each month, the amount of total appropriations and the cash receipts of each account, and the amount for which warrants have been drawn against each account and the amount of orders and contractual obligations incurred and chargeable against each account since the date of the last report; and

WHEREAS, the Commissioner has prescribed that such reporting take place on Form A-148;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the

recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, accept and adopt the A-148 and for it to become part of the official minutes of this meeting: (Attachment 3-g)

Period Ending Cash Balance July 31, 2019 $37,217,220.22


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3. BUSINESS SERVICES h. A-149 Treasurer’s Report

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18-A:17-31 et seq. boards of education are required to have the appointed position of Treasurer of School Monies; and

WHEREAS, the Treasurer shall serve in trust to receive and hold all school monies belonging to the district; and WHEREAS, the Treasurer shall report to the Board of Education on a monthly basis on the Form A-149, which is prescribed by the Commissioner of Education; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, for the periods ending July 31, 2019 upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, adopt the A-149 and cause it to become a part of the official minutes of this meeting: (Attachment 3-h)

i. Budgetary Major Account/Fund Status Certificate

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the

Superintendent of Schools, and pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.12(c)4, certify that, after a review of the Secretary’s Reports, and the A-149 Treasurer’s Reports, and upon consultation with appropriate district officials, to the best of the Board of Education’s knowledge, no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23-2.12(b) and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. (NO ATTACHMENT REQIRED)

j. Establish Petty Cash Fund - Revised

RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education of the City of East Orange hereby authorizes the establishment of the below listed petty cash accounts in the amount as set forth below with the responsibilities and signatories as set forth below, and that any receipt being reimbursed cannot exceed $50.00:

School Amount Signatory

Cicely L. Tyson Community Middle/High School

$750.00 Mr. John English

Johnnie Cochran Academy $400.00 Dr. Tabina Adam

k. E-Nova Donated Bookbags – Campus High

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the donation of Bookbags to be distributed to East Orange Campus Students from E-Nova at No Cost to the District. (Attachment 3-k)

l. Unapologetically Being Inc. Donation – STEM Academy

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon he recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves a donation to STEM Academy in the amount of $1500.00 from Dr. Renee Horton, Scientist and the organization Unapologetically Being Inc. to fund a student lead STEM project for a simulated Mars Rover Expedition. No Cost to the District. (Attachment 3-l)

Period Ending Cash Balance July 31, 2019 $37,217,220.22


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m. Preschool Revised Contract and Budget for the East Orange Early Childhood Collaborative Agency Zadie’s of the Oranges 2019-2020 School Year

BE IT RESOLVED: the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the Preschool Education Program Budget (Revision) and Contract (Revision) for the 2019-2020 school year, in an amount not to exceed $1,117,012.00.

Name of Providers

# of Classes

# of Students

Current Budgets

Modified Budgets

Total Budget Increase

Zadie’s of the Oranges

5

75

$1,105,503

$1,117,012

$ 11,509

Total

$1,105,503

$1,117,012

$ 11,509

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant. (Attachment 3-m)

n. Recommendation for Approval of Purchasing Manual for 2019-2020 SY RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education approves the adoption of the 2019-2020 East Orange Board of Education Purchasing Manual. (Attachment 3-n)

o. Resolution of the East Orange Board of Education in the County of Essex, determining to finance IT Infrastructure and Related Acquisitions through the Competitive Bid, recommendation of award and execution of a Lease Purchase Agreement, approving the form of certain agreements including a lease purchase agreement, authorizing certain officials of the Board to execute such agreements and authorizing other actions necessary to accomplish the transaction.

WHEREAS, The East Orange Board of Education in the County of Essex, New Jersey (the “Board” when referring to the governing body, and the “School District” when referring to the legal entity and the territorial boundaries that are governed by the Board) has determined to lease purchase finance the acquisition of IT Infrastructure, and other miscellaneous costs required to enter into a Lease Purchase Agreement (“Lease, Agreement”) for an amount of not to exceed $7,306,500.00, and a term not to exceed five-years (collectively, the “Acquisition”); and

WHEREAS, Educational Services Commission of New Jersey Lease Purchase (ESCNJ) will serve as bid coordinator to conduct a competitive bid (Bid) for the Lease Purchase to finance the cost of the Acquisition pursuant to the attached contract; and WHEREAS, ESCNJ will conduct the Bid for the Lease Purchase on or before August 28th, 2019 and will make its recommendation to the Board prior to the November Board meeting; and WHEREAS, The Board wishes to expedite the payment of the respective vendors of the Acquisition; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that by the Board of Education of East Orange in the County of Essex, New Jersey, As Follows: The Board authorizes the Board President and the Board Secretary to award the Bid for the Lease Purchase upon the written recommendation of the Lease Purchase Coordinator and to enter into Lease with the successful bidder after Board Counsel has reviewed the Agreement; and


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3. BUSINESS SERVICES o. Resolution of the East Orange Board of Education in the County of Essex, determining to finance IT

Infrastructure and related acquisitions through the competitive bid, recommendation of award and execution of a Lease Purchase Agreement, approving the form of certain agreements including a lease purchase agreement, authorizing certain officials of the Board to execute such agreements and authorizing other actions necessary to accomplish the transaction. – Cont’d The Board hereby approves the execution of the Lease to the Lessor in order to finance the Acquisition and authorizes the sale of the Lease to the recommended low bidder as Lessor. This award is to be made in accordance with the proposal form submitted by the Lessor to the Board Secretary as of the date of the Bid, said proposal shall be attached hereto, and kept on file with the Board Secretary; and The Board authorizes the Board President or the Board Secretary to approve any changes or deletions to the Lease Agreement or related documents as may, in the judgment of Counsel be necessary, advisable and in the best interest of the Board; and The Board authorizes the Board President or the Board Secretary to establish an escrow account for the deposit of the lease proceeds in accordance with the Governmental Unit Deposit Protection Act (GUDPA), and to direct the deposit and investment of the lease proceeds in escrow for the term of the lease; and The Board hereby delegates the Board President and the Board Secretary the ability to execute the lease purchase agreement and other related financing documents with recommended low bidder, serving as the Lessor and purchaser of the lease purchase agreement (the “Lessor” and “Purchaser”), and Escrow Agent (Escrow Agent); and The Lease is hereby designated as a “qualified tax-exempt obligation” for purposes of Section 265 (b) (3) (ii) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

p. Resolution Authorizing Contract with Certain Approved State Contract Vendors for Boards of

Education Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-10a

WHEREAS, the East Orange Board of Education, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-10a and N.J.A.C. 5:34-7.29(c), met by resolution and without advertising for bids, purchase any goods or services under the State of New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Program for any State contracts entered into on behalf of the State by the Division of Purchase and Property in the Department of the Treasury; and

WHEREAS, the East Orange Board of Education has the need on a timely basis to purchase goods or

services utilizing State contracts; and WHEREAS, the East Orange Board of Education intends to enter into a contract with Beyer Chrysler

Dodge, Jeep, Ram of Morristown NJ through this resolution for the purchase of a 2020 Ram ProMaster Cargo Van 1500 as per NJ State Contract No. 88212, and properly executed contracts, which shall be subject to all the conditions applicable to the current State contracts;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the East Orange Board of Education authorizes the

Purchasing Agent and the School Business Administrator to purchase certain goods or services on behalf of the Manager of Facilities for the Department of Maintenance Services, in the amount not to exceed $25,344.50, from the above mentioned approved New Jersey State Contract Vendor for the 2019-2020 school year pursuant to all conditions of the individual State contract; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education’s School Business

Administrator shall certify to the availability of sufficient funds prior to the expenditure of funds for such goods or services; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the duration of the contract between the East Orange Board of

Education and the Referenced State Contract Vendor shall be from September 10, 2019 to June 30, 2020. (Attachment 3-p)


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XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS A. SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS 4. MAINTENANCE SERVICES

On the motion of Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr., duly seconded by Mr. Wayne R. Stackhouse, Jr., the members of the Board voted to approve items “a” under Maintenance: ROLL CALL: Ms. Darlene Clovis - Yes Mr. Cameron B. Jones, Sr. – Absent


a. Recommendation for the Use of Facility

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A:20-20; 34 permits the use of school property for various purposes; and WHEREAS, District Policy/Regulation #7510 states that all requests for the Use of Facility need board approval; and WHEREAS, the following organizations have submitted their requests and have been supported by administration and the maintenance committee

No. Organization Schedule Title School/Location Event Date

1

GREG THE BARBER & NEW BEGINNING

MINISTRY COMEDY SHOW EO CAMPUS – AUDITORIUM OCTOBER 20, 2019 (SUN)

2 PRAISE & JOY TABERNACLE

8TH ANNUAL TRICKY TRAY

EO CAMPUS – CAFETERIA DECEMBER 7, 2019 (SAT)

3 EAST ORANGE JR.

JAGUARS FOOTBALL GAME ROBESON STADIUM SEPTEMBER 8, 2019

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, grant permission for the Use of Facilities to the organizations listed above as long as each organization submit all documents required in accordance to the District’s Policy and Regulation#7510.


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EAST ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION

On the motion of Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr., duly seconded by Mr. Wayne R. Stackhouse, Jr., the members of the Board voted to approve the Superintendents Revised Proposed Merit Goals: ROLL CALL: Ms. Darlene Clovis - No Mr. Cameron B. Jones, Sr. – Absent

Ms. Tashia Owens Muhammad - Yes Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr. – Yes Mr. Wayne R. Stackhouse, Jr. - Yes Ms. Marsha B. Wilkerson - No Ms. Terry S. Tucker – Absent

Recommendation to Approve the Superintendent’s Quantitative and Qualitative Revised Proposed Merit Goals for the 2019-2020 school year BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve and certify the following Superintendent’s Quantitative and Qualitative Revised Proposed Merit Goals for the 2019-2020 school year: (attachment)

Quantitative Goals

1. Create a “Spotlight of the Week” Newsletter for Families, Staff Members, Community

Members and Board Members, highlighting the outstanding accomplishments occurring in the district; one (1) per week or at least thirty (30) issues during the thirty-seven (37) weeks of school. As well as, create a Student/Staff Profile Page on the district’s website highlighting students and staff members unleashing their “greatness” one (1) time per month.

2. Create/Formulate an “Achieving Excellence Together” District Focus Group of Parents,

Students, Staff Members and Community Members to meet and brainstorm meaningful ways to improve district schools and the school district. Host three (3) Community Meetings for all stakeholders to engage and provide input.

3. Establish at least ten (10) new Community Outreach Partnerships with colleges, universities,

businesses, organizations, companies, institutions, agencies, and/or foundations that will provide additional social, emotional, financial, educational, athletic, and mentoring or internship opportunities, resources and supports to the students of the East Orange School District.

Qualitative Goals

1. Ensure every school hosts at least one (1) Career Day (as well as, have special guests visit

classes periodically to discuss their careers). In addition, ensure at least eighty percent (80%) of our schools host a College Tour Trip.

2. Host one (1) Teacher Recruitment Fair to ensure the district is proactive in

recruiting “High Quality” teachers.

EAST ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION

On the motion of Ms. Darlene Clovis, duly seconded by Mr. Wayne R. Stackhouse, Jr., the members of the Board voted to approve the following Professional Service Contract: ROLL CALL: Ms. Darlene Clovis - Yes Mr. Cameron B. Jones, Sr. – Absent


BE IT RESOLVED: The resolution of the East Orange Board of Education awarding a professional Service Contract to Nilkanth Patel to provide business administrative contract services on an as needed basis at the rate of $150.00 an hour for the remainder of the 2019-2020 School year.


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XII. ADJOURNMENT Ms. Wilkerson read the following notice:

The East Orange Board of Education will hold its next REGULARLY SCHEDULED PUBLIC MEETING Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. in Conference Room A of the Administrative Offices, 199 Fourth Avenue, East Orange, NJ. The Board of Education will retire to Executive Session after “Comments from the Public” in which they will discuss matters pertaining to negotiations, personnel and/or litigation. The Board will resume the regular public meeting at or about 8:00 p.m.; immediately following the Executive Session.

On the motion of Mr. Vernon Pullins, Jr., duly seconded by Ms. Tashia Owens Muhammad, the members of the Board voted to approve to adjourn the meeting: ROLL CALL: Ms. Darlene Clovis - Yes Mr. Cameron B. Jones, Sr. – Absent


The meeting adjourned at or about 8:41 p.m. Beth Brooks, Board Secretary BOARD APPROVED