RP BOE Closed Session Minutes (2010)

BOARD OF EDUCATION
ROSELLE PARK, NEW JERSEY

CLOSED MINUTES of the
January 5, 2010
Board Meeting
6:35 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Vice President Iachio who noted that this was a closed
session of the Roselle Park Board of Education held under the Open Public Meetings Act of the
State of New Jersey. Notice of this meeting was sent to the Star Ledger, Union Leader, and the
Home News Tribune. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss personnel matters and other
exceptions to the sunshine law for the month of January 2010.
There were present:

Vice President Iachio Nancy Kinloch
Alexander J. Balaban Katherine Panetta
Michael Genovese Jeffrey Parrell
President Cindea, Mr. Leinberger and Mrs. Rinaldi were absent from the meeting.
Also present:
Patrick M. Spagnoletti, Superintendent of Schools
Susan Guercio, Sch.Bus.Adm./Bd.Sec.
Anthony P. Sciarrillo, Board Attorney
DISCUSSION
1. Residency update
2. Curriculum update
3. Public speaking at board meeting
4. Negotiations
District Substitutes
Approval of additions to the district wide substitute list. As recommended by the
Superintendent. Staff indicated with an asterisk (*) are conditional applicants pending final approval by the
New Jersey Department of Education and the Board further authorized the submission of an application for
emergency hiring pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1, et seq N.J.S.A. 18A:39-17, et seq and N.J.S.A. 18A:6-
4.13, et seq as indicated above.
Maternity Leave of Absence Extension
To approve the following maternity/disability leave of absence request: (as recommended by
the Superintendent) (subject to change) (as per RPEA)
Name From To (revised)

Kimberly Jensen September 10, 2007 September 2008 (September 2009)
High School English (February 1, 2010)
(June 30, 2010)
Change of Assignment
To approve the following change of assignment:
Ann Marie Ryan September 15, 2008 June 30, 2009 (June 30, 2010)
High School English
Staff Appointments
To appoint the following staff recommended by the Superintendent: Staff indicated with an
asterisk (*) are conditional applicants pending final approval by the New Jersey Department of Education
and the Board further authorized the submission of an application for emergency hiring pursuant to
N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1, et seq N.J.S.A. 18A:39-17, et seq and N.J.S.A. 18A:6-4.13, et seq as indicated above.
(as per RPEA contract) (salary same as 2008-2009 pending negotiations)
1. Lori DiSarro (B4), High School Resource Room teacher, effective January 4,
2010 to June 30, 2010, at $46,738, prorated. (replacement – M. Coster)
2. Jamie Carlson, EJF-Aldene School paraprofessional, effective December 2,
2009,5.5hrs./day, 5days/wk., at $11.91/hr. (new position)
3. Stacey Robinson, EJF-Aldene School paraprofessional, effective December 3,
2009, 5.5hrs./ day, 5days/wk., at $11.91/hr. (new position)
Breakfast/Lunch Instructional Proctors

To approve the following breakfast/lunch instructional proctors effective November 30,
2009 to June 30, 2010: (to be paid through Title I ARRA funds)
Breakfast
Michelle Ruggiero, 4 days per week, 40 minutes per session at $34.15 per class.
Lunch
Maura Kepuladze, Karen Carey-Lynch, Tricia Caparruva, 1 day per week, 30
minutes per session at $21.83 per class.
Substitutes
Kimberly Guercio, Kathryn Wood
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Substitute Certificate Renewal Reimbursement
Approval to reimburse Nancy Cunningham, Robert Gordon paraprofessional, Substitute
Certification Renewal fees in the amount of $125.00. (as recommended by the Superintendent)
Salary Revisions
To approve the following salary revisions: (as per RPEA contract)
From To
Melissa Deegan $14.29/hr $11.21/hr
paraprofessional elect health benefits effective January 2010
James Jones $30,472 $30,772

custodian obtain boiler license
Extra-curricular Coaches/Advisors
To appoint the following extra-curricular coaches/advisors for the 2009-2010 school year:
(as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract/salary same as 2008-09 pending negotiations)
Winter Guard MS Dance Chaperones – December 18

Aaron Palmer (A) $4997 Gina Palencia (A) $95.75
Lori Battaglia (B) $2627.50 (50%) Kristen Vogel (A) $95.75
Jessica Buchholz (B) $2627.50 (50%)
Maternity Leave of Absence Request

To approve the following maternity leave of absence request: (as recommended by the
Superintendent) (subject to change) (as per RPEA)
Rosa Iglesias-Blazquez, EJF-Aldene ESL teacher effective on or about

March 1, 2010
Accumulated sick/personal days: yes
New Jersey Family Leave: yes
Return Date: April 12, 2010
There being no further business to come before the board in closed session the meeting
adjourned at 7:01 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Guercio
School Business Administrator
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
January 19, 2010
Board Meeting
6:02 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by President Cindea who noted that this was a closed session of
the Roselle Park Board of Education held under the Open Public Meetings Act of the State of
New Jersey. Notice of this meeting was sent to the Star Ledger, Union Leader, and the Home
News Tribune. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss personnel matters and other exceptions
to the sunshine law for the month of January 2010.
There were present:

President Cindea Nancy Kinloch
Vice President Iachio Katherine Panetta (arrv 6:24)
Alexander J. Balaban Jeffrey Parrell
Roseann Rinaldi
Mr. Genovese and Mr. Leinberger were absent from the meeting
Also present:
DISCUSSION
1. Residency: follow up to hearing of December 1, 2009 to determine JM was properly
domiciled in Roselle Park. It has been determined he resides in Roselle Park but must
be transferred to Robert Gordon based on address.
2. Negotiations
3. Termination of staff member
PERSONNEL
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District Retirement
To approve the following district retirement as recommended by the Superintendent:
(as per RPEA contract)
Patricia Ruggiero, Robert Gordon 2nd grade teacher, effective June 30, 2010.
Kathleen Peterson, Sherman 5th grade teacher, effective June 30, 2010.
Staff Termination
Approval to terminate the employment of the following personnel as recommended
by the Superintendent:
Irakli Kepuladze, district probationary custodian, effective January 7, 2010.
Professional Development Day Participation

To approve the following to attend the district Professional Development Day on January
18, 2010 as recommended by the Superintendent:
BSI Teachers Paraprofessionals

Melissa Mercado Randi Sheps Patricia Petruzzelli Jamie Carlson
Megan Conneely Alexandra Nascimento Mary Kessler Stacey Robinson
Marianne Tucci Jennifer Klein
Professional Development Day Presenters

To approve the following January 15 or 18, 2010 workshop presenters at $34.15 per hour:
(as recommended by the Superintendent)
Danielle Romero 9 hours Eric Witkowski 6 hours

Joann Sinisi 6 hours Melanie Bussiere 4 hours
Gary Johnson 4 hours Ellen Bachert 4 hours
Lori DiSarro 4 hours Bruce Coultas 3 hours
Extra-Curricular Assignments
To approve the following 2009-2010 extra-curricular assignments: (as recommended by the
Superintendent)
MS Athletic Proctors - $40/event

Tim Hess Kathryn Wood Karen Carey-Lynch
Kimberly Guercio Staci Hartzler Patricia Mawer
Gina Palencia Jessica Foltin
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Salary Adjustment
Approval of a one-time $300 increase in salary for obtaining boiler license for Steve
Yaworski custodian. (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract)
2010 Summer Camp Personnel

To approve the attached list of 2010 summer camp personnel as recommended by the
Superintendent. (pending sufficient enrollment)
2010 Roselle Park Summer Camp Salaries

To approve the following 2010 Roselle Park Summer Camp salaries:
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4
HS Counselors/Custodians: $ 5.75/hr $ 6.00/hr $ 6.25/hr
College Counselors: $ 8.75/hr $ 9.00/hr $ 9.25/hr
Adult Counselors: $15.00/hr $15.75/hr $16.50/hr $17.00/hr
Office Manager: $20.00/hr
Life Guard: $10.00/hr
Athletic Manager/CPO: $20.00/hr
Athletic Trainer/1st Aid: $20.00/hr
Sports Clinic/Coaches: $20.00/hr
Instructors: $20.00/hr
Cafeteria Supervisor: $20.00/hr
Theatre Supervisor: $20.00/hr
Head Lifeguard: $18.00/hr
2010 Summer Camp Personnel

To approve the following 2010 summer camp personnel, as recommended by the
Superintendent: (work to be completed from home after hours)
Instructors at $20/hr High School Counselors

Lori Battaglia Michelle Restrepo (3) $6.25/hr
July Restrepo Kathie Gonzalez (2) $6.00/hr
Lunchroom/Breakfast Supervisor Personnel

To approve the following Sherman School substitute lunchroom/breakfast supervisor for
the 2009-2010 school year as recommended by the Superintendent: (lunch: $37.94/duty -
breakfast $18.97/duty) (as per RPEA contract) (salary to remain at 2008-2009 rates pending negotiations)
Randi Sheps
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Anthony Signorello Youth Program
To approve the following Anthony Signorello Youth Program counselor at $10/hr.,
effective for the 2009-2010 school year: (as recommended by the Superintendent)
Jennifer Ferreira
Extra-Curricular Coaches/Advisors
To approve the following extra-curricular coache/advisor for the 2009-2010 school
year: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract - salary same as 2008-2009 pending negotiations)
Middle School
Science Club Kristen Vogel $1.00
Maternity Leave Replacement
To approve Gina Mulholland, Angela Longo, Andrea Kozodoy, Heidi Becker, to cover
for Deborah Cordes’ maternity leave effective December 18, 2009 to March 29, 2010 as
recommended by the Superintendent as follows:
Child Study Team Evaluations: $310/case

Pre-evaluation Planning Meetings: $ 45/case
IEP Development: $ 65/case
IEP Conference: $ 75/case
Hourly Rate: $ 35/hr*
* if the CST provides services beyond specified above, such as due process hearings, travel in and out of Union county, placements,
and observations.
Sick Day Bank

To approve an agreement between the Roselle Park Board of Education and the Roselle
Park Education Association to permit RPEA members to donate one (1) sick day each on
a volunteer basis to the following: (to include administrators, custodial/maintenance and full time
non-unit personnel)
Robert Watson Middle School Industrial Arts teacher
The board returned to open session at this time to take action on matters for the month of January
2010. They returned to closed session at 7:48 to discuss the following
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Staff Termination

by the Superintendent: (as per RPEA contact)
Stephanie Thorn, EJF-Aldene preschool teacher, effective January 19, 2010.

(salary to be paid for sixty (60) days from date of termination)
Name From To
Monica Saborido District Behaviorist EJF-Aldene Preschool teacher
effective January 25, 2010
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
February 2, 2010
Board Meeting
6:32 P.M.
News Tribune. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss personnel matters or other exceptions
to the sunshine law for the month of February 2010.
There were present:

President Cindea Katherine Panetta
Vice President Iachio Jeffrey Parrell
Nancy Kinloch Roseann Rinaldi
Barney Leinberger
Mr. Balaban and Mr. Genovese were absent from the meeting.
Also present:
DISCUSSION
1. Pending litigations
PERSONNEL
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Maternity/Disability Leave of Absence
To approve the following maternity/disability leave of absence request: (as recommended
by the Superintendent) (subject to change)
Maureen Bobbin, Robert Gordon Reading Recovery on or about

April 12, 2010
Family Leave: yes
Return date: September 1, 2010 (as per RPEA. contract)

Jean Ridente September 16, 2009 March 1, 2010 (June 30, 2010)
Robert Gordon 1st Grade (maternity replacement – M. Bobbin)
Dawn Marie Warren March 1, 2010 June 30, 2010

Robert Gordon 1st Grade Robert Gordon Reading Recovery
Unpaid Leave of Absence Requests

To approve an unpaid leave of absence requests for the following: (as recommended by the
Superintendent) (subject to change)
Jessica Foltin, Middle School Science teacher, effective for the 2010-2011 school year.
Muriel Vail, Robert Gordon lunch aide, effective January 25, 2010 to February 26, 2010.
District Resignation
To approve the following district resignation: (as recommended by the Superintendent)
Felipe Tamayo, EJF-Aldene School lunch aide, effective March 31, 2010.
Family Math/Science Program

To approve the following 2009-2010 Family Math/Science Program personnel at
$34.15/hr: (as recommended by the Superintendent)
January 19, February 9, 24, March 10, 2010

Mary Lou Gugger Jennifer Nieves
Sheila O’Reilly
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Custodial Re-Appointment
To reappoint the following custodial staff: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA
contract - salary same as 2008-2009 pending negotiations):
James Jones, custodian, at $30,772 prorated, plus night differential of $2,025 effective
December 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010.
adjourned at 7:06 PM
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
February 16, 2010
Board Meeting
6:32 P.M.
to the sunshine law for the month of February 2010.
There were present:

Vice President Iachio Jeffrey Parrell
Alexander J. Balaban Roseann Rinaldi
Barney Leinberger
Mr. Genovese and Mrs. Panetta were absent from the meeting.
Also present:
DISCUSSION
1. Pending litigation
2. Staff appointments
PERSONNEL
Approval of additions to the district wide substitute list. As recommended by the Superintendent.
Staff indicated with an asterisk (*) are conditional applicants pending final approval by the New Jersey
Department of Education and the Board further authorized the submission of an application for emergency
hiring pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1, et seq N.J.S.A. 18A:39-17, et seq and N.J.S.A. 18A:6-4.13, et seq as
indicated above.
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Staff Appointments
To appoint the following staff recommended by the Superintendent: Staff indicated with
an asterisk (*) are conditional applicants pending final approval by the New Jersey
Department of Education and the Board further authorized the submission of an
application for emergency hiring pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1, et seq N.J.S.A. 18A:39-
17, et seq and N.J.S.A. 18A:6-4.13, et seq as indicated above. (as per RPEA contract)
Stephen Barbetti, Sherman School paraprofessional, 5.75hrs./day, 4days/wk., 6.5 hrs/day,

2 day/wk., at $12.34/hr., effective February 1, 2010 to June 30, 2010. (replacement – S. Green)
Federal Programs Salary Allocations

To approve the following salary allocations for Federal programs for the 2009-2010
school year:
Teacher's Name Total Salary Program % Program Salary
P. Mawer $ 48,164.00 Title I 100 $ 48,164.00
L. McCarthy $ 48,164.00 Title I 100 $ 48,164.00
L. Klemens $ 48,164.00 Title I 100 $ 48,164.00
T. Caparruva $ 48,164.00 Title I 12.5 $ 6,880.60
K. Wood $ 53,486.00 Title I 12.5 $ 7,640.80
G. Melo $ 76,016.00 Title I 12.5 $ 9,502.00
M. Miller $ 55,045.00 Title I 12.5 $ 6,880.60
J. Ollinick $ 55,550.00 Title I 12.5 $ 6,943.80
D. Otero $ 65,438.00 Title I 12.5 $ 8,179.80
G. Palencia $ 60,161.00 Title I 12.5 $ 7,520.20
J. Eger $ 52,198.00 Title IIA 68.9 $ 35,960.00
V. Garaio $ 52,198.00 Title III 39 $ 20,416.00
A. McKenna $ 78,337.00 IDEA B 100 $ 78,337.00
Aide's Name Total Salary Program % Program Salary
M. Mercado $ 22,706.00 Title I 84.7 $ 19,232.00
S. Santos $ 17,031.60 IDEA B 100 $ 17,031.60
A. Badillo $ 12,486.80 IDEA B 100 $ 12,486.80
M. Leinberger $ 12,486.80 IDEA B 100 $ 12,486.80
C. Gibeault $ 15,605.00 IDEA B 100 $ 15,605.00
K. Crown $ 16,350.20 IDEA B 100 $ 16,350.20
J. Buscaino $ 15,605.00 IDEA B 100 $ 15,605.00
S. Green $ 13,054.40 IDEA B 100 $ 13,054.40
D. Owens $ 14,987.80 IDEA B 100 $ 14,987.80
D. Permison $ 13,622.00 IDEA B 100 $ 13,622.00
L. Heim $ 14,363.60 IDEA B 100 $ 14,363.60
A. Pawlowski $ 2,009.81 IDEA B 100 $ 2,009.81
T. Rose $ 15,607.40 IDEA B 100 $ 15,607.40
B. Maiorelli $ 12,488.00 IDEA B 100 $ 12,488.00
L. Pontoriero $ 12,486.80 IDEA B 100 $ 12,486.80
S. Venanzi $ 15,605.00 IDEA B 100 $ 15,605.00
A. Gerado $ 12,488.00 IDEA B 60.9 $ 7,611.00
G. Mazewska $ 13,500.00 IDEA PS 100 $ 13,500.00
J. Kaulfers $ 4,627.50 IDEA B 100 $ 4,627.50
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Degree Change
To approve the following staff member degree changes as recommended by the
Superintendent effective February 1, 2010 to June 30, 2010 (as per RPEA contract)
Diane Gold B9 $51,377 M9 $55,951

Jeanette Ricci B12 $54,836 M12 $60,000
RPEA Salary List

To approve of the RPEA salary list for the 2009-2010 school year as recommended by
the Superintendent (copy attached to original minutes)
WISE Personnel
To appoint the following 2009-2010 school year WISE personnel effective March 1,
2010 to April 21, 2010 at $34.15 per session as recommended by the Superintendent:
Sherman School Substitutes

Jennifer Burgos Alexandra Nascimento Nicole Stevens Dena Ahmad
Denise Matarante Kathleen Peterson Bernardine Scholz Wendy Ozeri
Carlie Mullen Tara Lechner Amber McElrath EJF-Aldene
Lisa Mack Randi Sheps Michelle Hirsch Fran Giameo
Jacquelene Lugara Jane Garretson AnnMarie Gaccione
Christopher Dimakos
High School Extra-Curricular Appointments

To approve the following high school extra-curricular appointment for the 2009-
2010 school year as recommended by the Superintendent:
Year Book Proofreader – 25%

Nora Denike (A) $426.83 (1/3)
Susan Zakovic (A) $426.83 (1/3)
Vivian Petz (A) $426.83 (1/3)
Sick Day Bank

a volunteer basis to the following:(to include administrators, custodial/maintenance and full time non-unit personnel)
Stephen Yaworski, District Maintenance
adjourned at 7:06 P.M.
Susan Guercio School Business Administrator/Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
March 30, 2010
Board Meeting
6:03 P.M.
to the sunshine law for the month of March 2010.
There were present:

Vice President Iachio Barney Leinberger
Roseann Rinaldi
Mr. Genovese and Mrs. Panetta were absent from the meeting
Also present:
Athina Lekas Cornell, Board Attorney
DISCUSSION
1. Proposed budget – personnel/staff
2. Contract negotiations
Superintendent. Staff indicated with an asterisk (*) are conditional applicants pending final
approval by the New Jersey Department of Education and the Board further authorized the
submission of an application for emergency hiring pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1, et seq N.J.S.A.
18A:39-17, et seq and N.J.S.A. 18A:6-4.13, et seq as indicated above.
District Retirement
To approve the following district retirement as recommended by the
Superintendent: (as per RPEA contract)
John Hamas, High School custodian, effective August 1, 2010.
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To approve the following Anthony Signorello Youth Program substitute counselor at
$10/hr., effective for the 2009-2010 school year: (as recommended by the
Superintendent)
Jennifer Buscaino
Sick Day Bank

To approve an agreement betweent the Roselle Park board of Education and the
Roselle Park Education Association to permit RPEA members to donate one (1)
sick day each on a volunteer basis to the following:(to include administrators, custodial/
maintenance and full time non-unit personnel)
Maura Kepuladze, Middle School ESL teacher
High School Extra-curricular Appointment

To approve the following volunteer extra-curricular coach for the 2010 Spring
season:
High School Baseball Rick Matarante $1.00
There no further business to come before the board in closed session the meeting adjourned at
6:51 P.M.
Susan Guercio
School Business Administrative
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
March 16, 2010
Board Meeting
5:32 P.M.
There were present:

President Cindea Barney Leinberger (arrv 5:52)
Vice President Iachio (left 8:25) Katherine Panetta
Mr. Genovese was absent from the meeting.
Also present:
DISCUSSION
1. Board self-evaluation
2. Budget review – personnel
PERSONNEL
indicated above.
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WISE Personnel
To appoint the following 2009-2010 school year WISE personnel at $34.15 per session as
recommended by the Superintendent: (as per RPEA contract)
EJF-Aldene School (March 1, 2010 to April 21, 2010)

Jennifer Nieves (2)– sub Sheila O’Reilly – sub
Arlene Terpenning (1) – 2 days Marianne Tucci (2) – 2 days
Gina Faria (2) – 4 days Rebecca Nunes (2) – 4 days
Mary Lou Gugger (2) – 2 days Rashmi Baxi (2) – sub
Marina Teperman – sub
Fran Giameo – sub Robert Gordon (March 9 to April27, 2010)
Rebecca Riccitelli – sub Dina Fabbo – 4 sessions
Judith Nese (2) - 2 days Mandee Leonardis – 4 sessions
Winter/Spring Physical Personnel
To authorize the following personnel to conduct physicals for winter and spring sports
under the direction of the Athletic Director at $174.60/day^ or compensated days* as
recommended by the Superintendent:
November 10, 2009 February 9, 2010

Janice Haddad* Janice Haddad *
Linda Greer ^ Linda Greer^
Brenda Litterer* Brenda Litterer *
Barbara Goss *
The board returns to open session at this time to take action on matters for the month of March
2010. They returned to closed session at 7:31 P.M. to discuss the following:
1. Renegotiating of superintendent contract

2. Superintendent evaluation
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
March 30, 2010
Board Meeting
6:03 P.M.
There were present:

Vice President Iachio Barney Leinberger
Roseann Rinaldi
Mr. Genovese and Mrs. Panetta were absent from the meeting
Also present:
DISCUSSION
1. Proposed budget – personnel/staff
2. Contract negotiations
Superintendent. Staff indicated with an asterisk (*) are conditional applicants pending final
approval by the New Jersey Department of Education and the Board further authorized the
submission of an application for emergency hiring pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1, et seq N.J.S.A.
18A:39-17, et seq and N.J.S.A. 18A:6-4.13, et seq as indicated above.
District Retirement
To approve the following district retirement as recommended by the
John Hamas, High School custodian, effective August 1, 2010.
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To approve the following Anthony Signorello Youth Program substitute counselor at
$10/hr., effective for the 2009-2010 school year: (as recommended by the
Superintendent)
Jennifer Buscaino
Sick Day Bank

To approve an agreement betweent the Roselle Park board of Education and the
Roselle Park Education Association to permit RPEA members to donate one (1)
sick day each on a volunteer basis to the following:(to include administrators, custodial/
maintenance and full time non-unit personnel)
Maura Kepuladze, Middle School ESL teacher
High School Extra-curricular Appointment

To approve the following volunteer extra-curricular coach for the 2010 Spring
season:
High School Baseball Rick Matarante $1.00
There no further business to come before the board in closed session the meeting adjourned at
6:51 P.M.
Susan Guercio
School Business Administrative
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
April 20, 2010
Board Meeting
6:06 P.M.
to the sunshine law for the month of April 2010.
There were present:

President Cindea Barney Leinberger (arrv 6:29)
Vice President Iachio Katherine Panetta (arrv 6:13)
Michael Genovese Jeffrey Parrell (arrv 6:10)
Mr. Balaban was absent from the meeting.
Also present:
Susan Guercio, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary
Anthony Sciarrillo, Board Attorney
DISCUSSION
1. Non – union staffing list – 1.5% benefits requirement
2. Stipends
3. Staff member - 60 day (action) improvement plan
4. RPAA contract
Approval of additions to the district wide substitute list. As recommended by the Superintendent. Staff
indicated with an asterisk (*) are conditional applicants pending final approval by the New Jersey Department of
Education and the Board further authorized the submission of an application for emergency hiring pursuant to
Staff Retirement
To approve the following staff retirements effective June 30, 2010 as recommended by the
Barbara Sokol, Elementary computer teacher, Linda Pisano, Sherman School library
clerk, Janette DeLuca, Middle School library clerk, Luis Briceno, District maintenance
worker.
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To approve the following maternity leave of absence request: (as recommended by the Superintendent)
(subject to change) (as per RPEA)
Mandee Leonardis, Robert Gordon LLD teacher, effective on or about

September 17, 2010
Return Date: January 3, 2011
Extra-Curricular/Coaching Appointments
To approve the following 2009-2010 extra-curricular/coaching appointments as recommended
by the Superintendent: (as per RPEA contact)
Chaperones – HS Musical – March 25, 26, 27, 28

Step A @ $95.75 Step B @ $100.50
Patricia Rush (A) Anna Maria Matarredona (B)
Linda Califano (A) Tamara Pires (B)
Danielle Romero (A) Kara Owens (B)
Alison Reiner (B)
Dennis Dagounis (B)
Sick Day Bank

To approve an agreement between the Roselle Park board of Education and the Roselle Park
Education Association to permit RPEA members to donate one (1) sick day each on a volunteer
basis to the following:(to include administrators, custodial/ maintenance and full time non-unit personnel)
Janet Acosta, Middle School special education teacher
There being no further business to come before the board in closed session the meeting djourned
at 6:57 PM.
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
April 27, 2010
Board Meeting
6:33 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by President Iachio who noted that this was a closed session of
to the sunshine law for the month of April 2010.
There were present:
Alexander J. Balaban Nancy Kinloch

Kenneth Iachio Roseann Rinaldi
Mr. Leinberger was absent from the meeting.
Also present:

Athina Lekas-Cornell, Board Attorney
Virginia Gilcrest, EJF-Aldene School Principal (arrv 7:34)
Jeannine Grasso, Middle School Principal (arrv 7:34)
Sarah Costa, High School Principal (arrv 7:34)
DISCUSSION
1. Non – union staffing list – 1.5% benefits requirement

2. Pending litigation (HJ)
PERSONNEL
Unpaid Leave of Absence Request

To approve an unpaid medical leave of absence request for the following: (as recommended
by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract)
Kathryn Wood, MS Language Arts teacher, effective April 26, 2010 to June 30, 2010.
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WISE Personnel
To approve the following WISE substitute personnel for the 2009-2010 school year:
Maria Valente at $34.15/hr
The board returned to open session at 6.56 PM to take action on items for the month of April
2010. They returned to closed session at 7:34 PM to discuss non tenure staff evaluations
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
May 4, 2010
Board Meeting
6:34 P.M.
to the sunshine law for the month of May 2010.
There were present:

President Iachio Nancy Kinloch
Vice President Rinaldi (arrv 6:31) Barney Leinberger
Michael Genovese Scott Nelson
Loren Harms Jeffrey Parrell
Also present:
DISCUSSION
1. Pending litigation (HJ)
2. Health benefit proposal
3. Director of Environmental Planning position
4. Budget cuts due to failed budget
5. Negotiations
PERSONNEL
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Staff Retirement
To approve the following staff retirements effective June 30, 2010 as recommended by
the Superintendent: (as per RPAA contract)
Frank Ferlazzo, Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Funded Programs
Staff Transfer
To approve the following staff transfer effective July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 as
recommended by the Superintendent: (as per RPAA contract)
Name From To
Frances Kenny Director Mathematics, Director Curriculum, Instruction &
Science and T&G Funded Programs

Charlene Durniak, Middle School Social Studies teacher, effective on or about

June 1, 2010
Return Date: January 3, 2011
Staffing Lists
To approve of the Roselle Park Education Association /Roselle Park Administrator

Association staffing lists for the 2010-2011 school year as recommended by the
Superintendent (copy attached to original minutes)
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
May 18, 2010
Board Meeting
6:30 P.M.
to the sunshine law for the month of May 2010.
There were present:

President Iachio Loren Harms
Vice President Rinaldi Barney Leinberger
Alexander J. Balaban Scott Nelson
Mrs. Kinloch was absent from the meeting.
Also present:
DISCUSSION
1. Budget update – finance committee/borough representatives
2. Staffing issues
3. Pending litigation
PERSONNEL
indicated above.
Sick Day Bank

a volunteer basis to the following: Cheryl Trapani, Robert Gordon 5th grade teacher
(Robert Gordon staff only)
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Staff Retirement
To approve the following staff retirement as recommended by the Superintendent: (as per RPEA contract)
Janet Acosta, Middle School Special Education/Resource Center teacher effective

June 30, 2010.
Constance Megles, Special Education secretary, effective August 1, 2010
Federal Salary Allocations

To approve the following revised federal salary allocations for the 2009-2010 school year:
Teacher's Name Total Salary Program % Program Salary
P. Mawer $ 48,164.00 Title I 100 $ 48,164.00
L. McCarthy $ 48,164.00 Title I 100 $ 48,164.00
L. Klemens $ 48,164.00 Title I 100 $ 48,164.00
T. Caparruva $ 48,164.00 Title I 12.5 $ 6,880.60
K. Wood $ 53,486.00 Title I 12.5 $ 7,640.80
G. Melo $ 76,016.00 Title I 12.5 $ 9,502.00
M. Miller $ 55,045.00 Title I 12.5 $ 6,880.60
J. Ollinick $ 55,550.00 Title I 12.5 $ 6,943.80
D. Otero $ 65,438.00 Title I 12.5 $ 8,179.80
G. Palencia $ 60,161.00 Title I 12.5 $ 7,520.20
J. Eger $ 52,198.00 Title IIA 68.9 $ 35,960.00
V. Garaio $ 52,198.00 Title III 39 $ 20,416.00
A. McKenna $ 78,337.00 IDEA B 100 $ 78,337.00
Aide's Name Total Salary Program % Program Salary
M. Mercado $ 22,706.00 Title I 84.7 $ 19,232.00
S. Santos $ 17,031.60 IDEA B 100 $ 17,031.60
A. Badillo $ 12,486.80 IDEA B 100 $ 12,486.80
M. Leinberger $ 12,486.80 IDEA B 100 $ 12,486.80
C. Gibeault $ 15,605.00 IDEA B 100 $ 15,605.00
K. Crown $ 16,350.20 IDEA B 100 $ 16,350.20
J. Buscaino $ 15,605.00 IDEA B 100 $ 15,605.00
S. Green $ 13,054.40 IDEA B 100 $ 13,054.40
D. Owens $ 14,987.80 IDEA B 100 $ 14,987.80
D. Permison $ 13,622.00 IDEA B 100 $ 13,622.00
L. Heim $ 14,363.60 IDEA B 100 $ 14,363.60
A. Pawlowski $ 2,009.81 IDEA B 100 $ 2,009.81
T. Rose $ 15,607.40 IDEA B 100 $ 15,607.40
B. Maiorelli $ 12,488.00 IDEA B 100 $ 13,732.80
L. Pontoriero $ 12,486.80 IDEA B 100 $ 12,486.80
S. Venanzi $ 15,605.00 IDEA B 100 $ 15,605.00
A. Gerado $ 12,488.00 IDEA B 60.9 $ 7,611.00
G. Mazewska $ 13,500.00 IDEA PS 100 $ 13,500.00
J. Kaulfers $ 7,932.96 IDEA B 100 $ 7,932.96
D. Italiano $ 14,113.80 IDEA B 20 $ 2,822.76
C. Lauer $ 10,216.40 IDEA B 20 $ 2,043.28
S. Shah $ 12,486.80 IDEA B 20 $ 2,497.36
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Summer Physical Personnel
To authorize the following personnel to conduct physicals for 2010 summer sports under
the direction of the Athletic Director at $174.60/day^ or compensated days* on June
28: (as recommended by the Superintendent)
Teresa Sacca ^ Janice Haddad *

Linda Greer ^ Brenda Litterer *
To approve the following Anthony Signorella Youth Center change of assignment
effective May 3, 2010 to June 18, 2010, Mondays – Thursdays, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM as
recommended by the Superintendent:
Name From To
Jennifer Buscaino Counselor Substitute Supervisor
$10/hr $15/hr

Gina Mulholland, School Psychologist, effective on or about

August 31, 2010
Return Date: February 16, 2011
Diane Gold, EJF-Aldene School Resource Center teacher, effective on or about

September 7, 2010
Return Date: September 1, 2011
Union County Educational Services Commission Representative

To appoint Alexander J. Balaban representative to the Union County Educational
Services Commission for the 2010-2011 school year.
Susan Guercio
School Business Administrator/Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
June 15, 2010
Board Meeting
6:33 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Vice President Rinaldi who noted that this was a closed
session of the Roselle Park Board of Education held under the Open Public Meetings Act of the
State of New Jersey. Notice of this meeting was sent to the Star Ledger, Union Leader, and the
Home News Tribune. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss personnel matters or other
exceptions to the sunshine law for the month of June 2010.
There were present:

Vice President Rinaldi Nancy Kinloch
Michael Genovese Barney Leinberger (arrv 6:39)
Loren Harms Scott Nelson
Jeffrey Parrell
President Iachio and Mr. Balaban were absent from the meeting.
Also present:
DISCUSSION
1. Reappointment of staff
2. Retirements
3. RPEA addendum – decision to withdraw from agenda as not signed
PERSONNEL
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Staff Retirement
To approve the following staff retirement as recommended by the Superintendent
effective June 30, 2010: (as per RPEA contract)
Bruce Coultas, High School Business Education teacher

Kathleen Moreno, High School/Sherman Speech teacher
Deborah Hallard, Sherman School Kindergarten teacher
Maternity/Disability Leave of Absence Request

To approve the following maternity/disability leave of absence request: (as per RPEA contract)
(subject to change)
AnnMarie Gaccione, Sherman School 2nd grade teacher effective on or about

September 8, 2010 as follows:
Accumulated sick/personal days to be used: no
Return date: December 6, 2010
Approval to Rescind Retirement

To authorize the Superintendent to rescind the following retirement approved at the May
18, 2010 board of education meeting:
Janet Acosta, Middle School Special Education/Resource Center teacher
Staff Re-Appointments
To re-appoint the following staff effective September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 as
Amy McKenna (MK{25}) Speech/Language Specialist at $80,237 (replace K. Moreno)

Candy Hahn (6), EJF-Aldene secretary, at $43,131 (replace C. Megles retirement)
Tina Jones (B8), Robert Gordon/High School Fine Arts at $51,823 (town council restoration)
Michelle Ruggiero (B6), Middle School Special Education at $50,126 (RPEA addendum)
Katherine Parsons (M11), Sherman Kindergarten at $60,137 (replace D.Hallard)
Denise Matarante (B6), Sherman 3rd grade at $50,126 (town council restoration)
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Schedule Change
To approve the following schedule change: (as recommended by the Superintendent)
From To
Melissa Mercado 5hrs/day 6hrs/day Robert Gordon teacher assistant
effective June 2 – June 25, 2010
Nancy Cunningham RG paraprofessional RG/ECC paraprofessional
effective April 12, 2010 (additional $1.00/hr toileting at ECC)
Assignment Change
To approve a change of assignment for the following effective for the 2010-2011 school
year as recommended by the Superintendent: (as per RPEA contract) (* effective August 1, 2010 prorated)
From To
Alison Cogswell High School Music High School/Robert Gordon Music
Christine Beaver 60% Elementary Computer Full time Computer
Christine Dougherty 40% Elementary Computer Full time Computer
*MaryAnn Hrubic EJF-Aldene Secretary Special Services Secretary
Annmarie Stanko Elementary Librarian Aldene/Sherman Librarian
Ellen Bachert MS/HS Librarian High School Librarian
Robert Duncan MS Special Education MS/Robert Gordon Librarian
Staff Appointments
To appoint the following staff recommended by the Superintendent: Staff indicated with an
asterisk (*) are conditional applicants pending final approval by the New Jersey Department of Education
and the Board further authorized the submission of an application for emergency hiring pursuant to
Ann Marie Ryan (M13), Middle School English teacher, effective September 1,
2010 to June 30, 2011 at $63,154. (replacement – K. Wood)
ESL Summer Program Staff

To approve the following 2010 ESL Summer Program staff, 4hours a day, as
recommended by the Superintendent: (June 28 – July 29) (funding through NCLB)
Director - $6,000 Teachers - $34.15/hr

Marie Mormelo Wendy Ozeri Judyth Kurz
Clerical/Aide Isabel Guarino Ann Moore
Jennifer Bergos $15.75/hr Maura Kepuladze Thomas Eisner - sub
Shari Galuzzi $13.57/hr
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To approve the following Anthony Signorello Youth Program counselors at $10/hr.,
effective for the 2010 summer program: (as recommended by the Superintendent)
Christopher Califano Jerry Carlo

Jason Kaulfers Colleen MacDonald
Brian Palang Mark Daitol
Student Helpers
To appoint the following custodial helpers for the 2010 summer as recommended by the
Superintendent:
Custodial
Michael Arocho - $7.00/hr Zachary Graves - $7.00/hr
Aaron Carr - $7.00/hr Ramon Jenkins (effective June 7) - $7.00/hr
Ryan Matarante – $7.00/hr Kevin Graves - $7.25/hr
Daniel Matos - $7.00/hr Jovani Ramirez - $7.00/hr
Summer Enrichment Staff

Approval of the following 2010 Summer Enrichment Staff as recommended by the
Superintendent: * as per administrator contract
Name Weeks Hrs/Wk Salary/Hr Position

Gilcrest, Virginia $7,000 Principal
Acosta, Phil 5 20 $29.00 Teacher – Autistic
Caparruva, Tricia 5 4 $31.00 Teacher – Autistic
Fabbo. Dina 5 16 $29.00 Teacher – Autistic
Gugger, Mary Lou 5 12 $31.00 Teacher – LLD
Leonardis, Mandee 5 20 $30.00 Teacher – LLD &Aut.
MacDonald, Kathy 5 12 $31.00 Teacher – LLD
Martinez, Kristen 5 20 $31.00 Teacher – PreK
Palencia, Gina 5 20 $31.00 Teacher – MD
Stevens, Nicole 5 12 $31.00 Teacher – LLD
Dietzold, Susan 5 4 $51.00 Occupational Therapist
Koebli, Judith 5 8 $50.00 Speech/Language Sp.
Longo, Angela 5 4 $50.00 Counseling Services
Badillo, Anna 5 12 $12.34 Paraprofessional
Casper, Carolyn 5 30 $12.34 Paraprofessional
Gamba, Cheryl 5 20 $12.34 Paraprofessional
Gerardo, Arlene 5 20 $12.34 Paraprofessional
Hahn, Candy 5 20 $15.42 Paraprofessional
Kessler, Mary 5 20 $12.34 Paraprofessional
Lies, Denise 5 20 $12.34 Paraprofessional
Matarante, Denise 5 12 $14.81 Paraprofessional
Petruzzelli, Trish 5 20 $14.81 Paraprofessional
Robinson, Stacey 5 20 $12.34 Paraprofessional
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Shah, Sejal 5 12 $12.34 Paraprofessional
Silva, Edith 5 20 $15.42 Paraprofessional
Schaeffer, Lauren 5 12 $12.34 Paraprofessional
Caparruva, Tricia 5 12 $12.34 Paraprofessional
Substitutes
Amsheyus, Charles $31.00 Teacher
Califano, Linda $31.00/$14.10 Teacher/ Para
Caparruva, Trish $29.00 Teacher
Dimakos. Chris $31.00 Teacher
Dagounis, Dennis $29.00 Teacher
Leinberger, Mary Jane $29.00/$12.34 Teacher/Para
Matarante, Denise $31.00 Teacher
Robinson, Stacy $29.00 Teacher
Rose, Teresa $29.00/$13.57 Paraprofessional
Santos, Sue $14.81 Paraprofessional
Crisis Center Training Staff

To approve the following Crisis Center training staff June 28 – July 1, 2010 at $145.50
per day as recommended by the Superintendent:
Tiffany Bain
Andrea Kozodoy
Paraprofessional Staff
To approve the following paraprofessional staff for the 2010-2011 school year as
recommended by the Superintendent. (as per RPEA contract)
Salary Toileting per
ALDENE SCHOOL Hrs/day RPEA contract
Trish Petruzzelli MD 6.5 $15.38 $1.00
Mary Kessler MD 6.5 $12.82 $1.00
Arlene Gerado ICA - Gr. 1 5.5 $12.82
Mary Jane Leinberger ICA - Gr. 2 5.5 $12.82
Rashmi Baxi ICA - Gr. 3 5.5 $13.46
Lisa Heim ICA - Gr. 4 & 5 5.5 $14.74
Ann Badillo General Education (K) 5.5 $12.82
ECC
Cheryl Gamba PSD 5.5 $12.82 $1.00
Edith Silva PSD 5.5 $16.03 $1.00
Grace Mazewska PSD 5.5 $12.82 $1.00
Marilyn Kolas PSD - FT 5.5 $12.82 $1.00
Denise Elsaway PSD - FT (1:1 aide) 5.5 $12.82 $1.00
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ROBERT GORDON
Peggy Pucci SC-LLD 5.75 $15.38
Lisa Gomes SC-LLD 5.75 $12.82
Shirley Amaro SC-LLD 5.75 $13.46
Stacey Robinson SC-LLD (1:1 aide) 6.0 $12.82
Alexis Stewart SC-LLD (1:1 aide) 6.0 $12.82
Susan Matusiefsky ICA - Gr. 5 5.5 $16.03
Anne Riggi ICA - Gr. 4 5.5 $12.82
Barbara Maiorelli ICA - Gr. 3 5.5 $14.10
Nancy Cunningham ICA - Gr. 1 & 2 5.5 $12.82
Yudelka Rocha General Education (K) 5.5 $13.46
SHERMAN SCHOOL
Debbie Italiano Personal Aide 5.75 $12.82 $1.00
Stephen Shaun Barbetti Personal Aide 5.75 $12.82
Sandra Califano ICA - Gr. 5 (1 to 3 aide) 5.5 $16.03
Alexandra Nascimento ICA - Gr. 2 & 3 5.5 $12.82
Jennifer Buscaino ICA - Gr. 3 & 5 5.5 $16.03
Diane Owens ICA - Gr. 4 5.5 $15.38
Diane Heimal ICA - Gr. 1 5.5 $15.38
Lisa Heinrich General Education (K) 5.5 $12.82
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Carolyn Casper MD (all grades) 6.0 $12.82
Tom Megles MD (all grades) 6.0 $12.82
Daiana Permison ICA (all grades) 6.0 $12.82
Kim Belford ICA (all grades) 6.0 $12.82
Tim Hess ICA (all grades) 6.0 $12.82
HIGH SCHOOL
Teresa Rose ICA (all grades) 6.25 $14.10
Linda Califano ICA (all grades) 6.25 $14.10
Susan Santos Personal Aide 6.25 $15.38
Denise Lies ICA (Autistic Program) 6.5 $12.82
ACADEMY
Lauren Schaefer ICA (all grades) 6.5 $12.82
Michael Munoz ICA (all grades) 6.5 $12.82
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Lunchroom/Breakfast Supervisor Personnel
To approve the following lunchroom supervisors for the 2010-2011 school year as
recommended by the Superintendent: (as per RPEA contract) Elementary lunch
supervisors - $18.97/day, Middle School lunch supervisors - $14.23/day, District
breakfast supervisors at $9.49/day
Sherman School Lunch Sherman Breakfast
Tara Lechner – 3 days (substitutes) (substitutes) Tara Lechner – 2 days
Dena Ahmad – 2 days Michelle Hirsch Allison DeFortuna Dena Ahmad – 3 days
Sandra Deegan – 5 days Michelle Cholankeril Carlie Mullen
Substitutes Christopher Dimakos Wendy Ozeri
Barbara Goss Bernardine Scholz AnnMarie Romano
Jennifer Burgos Amber McElrath Norma Rosario-Trepper
Nicole Stevens Diane Appleby Denise Matarante
Robert Gordon School (substitutes) Robert Gordon Breakfast (substitutes)

Kevin Carroll – 5 days Kristen Levash Barbara Maiorelli – 2 days Mary Regan
Robert Duncan – 2 days Kristen Kulbaba Gail Pelaez – 3 days Christy Longo
Christy Longo – 2 days Marybeth Connell Maureen Bobbin
Alison Cogswell – 1 day Dawn Marie Warren Kristin Levash
Maureen Bobbin Dawn Marie Warren
High School Breakfast EJF-Aldene – Lunch (substitutes) EJF-Aldene Breakfast
Ellen Bachert Jeffrey Manno – 5 days Douglas Metzgar Gina Faria
Anthony Trezza - sub Nicole Stout – 3 days Sheila O’Reilly Joan Smith – sub
Kathleen MacDonald - sub Gina Faria – 2 days Deborah Quinn - sub
Linda Califano – sub
Middle School – Breakfast/Lunch on a rotating basis
Giuliana Melo Christina Kelliehan Patricia Mawer Michelle Miller
Staci Hartzler Thomas Eisner Gina Palencia Karen Carey-Lynch
Allison Genovese Cristin Conneely Daiana Permison Robert Duncan
Robert Watson Maura Kepuladze Kristen Vogel Timothy Hess
Employment Contracts
Approval to authorize the following employment contracts: (copy on file in business office)
Patrick Spagnoletti, Superintendent of Schools, effective July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2015.
Susan Guercio, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary effective July 1, 2010

to June 30, 2011.
Non-Union Staffing List

To approve the attached non-union staffing list for the 2010-2011 school year as
recommended by the Superintendent.
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Extra-Curricular Assignments
To approve the following 2009-2010 Middle School extra-curricular assignments as
recommended by the Superintendent: (*as per RPEA contract) (+to be paid from director stipend)
Rescind - Student Council

*Kathryn Wood (A) $1512 April 13, 2010 (prorated)
Appoint – Student Council
*Stacy Feszchak (B) $1590 April 14, 2010 (prorated)
Spring Concert – 2 hrs
Michelle Miller $31.63/ hr
Gina Palencia $31.63/hr
HS Musical
+Linda Greene, vocal $1200
+Linda Greene, music $ 600
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
June 29, 2010
Board Meeting
6:22 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by President Iachio who noted that this was a closed session of the
Roselle Park Board of Education held under the Open Public Meetings Act of the State of New Jersey.
Notice of this meeting was sent to the Star Ledger, Union Leader, and the Home News Tribune. The
purpose of this meeting is a for board retreat. The meeting was held at Spanish Tavern, Springfield, NJ.
There were present:

President Iachio Loren Harms (arrv 6:25)
Alexander J. Balaban Barney Leinberger
Vice President Rinaldi and Mr. Nelson were absent from the meeting.
Also present:
Discussion
1. Summer Camp, Summer ESL Program, Academy Program updates
2. Retirements
3. Staffing issues: re-appointments, transfers, training
4. Budget preparation,
5. Board member replacement
6. Health benefit contributions
7. Superintendent Goals
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
August 3, 2010
Board Meeting
6:04 P.M.
to the sunshine law for the month August 2010.
There were present:

President Iachio Michael Genovese
Vice President Rinaldi Loren Harms
Alexander J. Balaban Barney Leinberger (arrv. 6:23)
Mr. Nelson and Dr. Parrell were absent from the meeting.
Also present:
President Iachio led the flag salute.
DISCUSSION
1. Staff replacement, re-appointed staff, extra-curricular coaches/advisors
2. Retirement compensation
3. Board member replacement
PERSONNEL
Staff Retirements
To approve the following staff retirements as recommended by the Superintendent
effective June 30, 2010: (as per RPEA contract)
Lynn Hastrup, EJF-Aldene School library clerk

Joanne Accardi-Goldberger, High School English teacher
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Additional Section
To approve the following Middle School teacher to teach an additional class for the
2010-2011 school year: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract)
Kimberly Guercio SAT prep 1/50 of salary $1,002.52
Maternity/Disability/ Leave of Absence Requests

To approve the following maternity/disability/leave of absence requests: (as per RPEA contract)
(subject to change)
Kristen Martinez, ECC Preschool teacher effective on or about

September 10, 2010 as follows:
Accumulated sick/personal days to be used: yes
Return date: January 3, 2011
Christina Kelliehan, Middle School Special Education teacher effective on or

about November 1, 2010 as follows:
Return date: March 11, 2011
Deirdre O’Malley, Elementary Guidance teacher, unpaid personal leave of

absence, effective September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011. (or until a replacement can be
found)
Staff Transfers
Approval of the following staff transfers for the 2010-2011 school year as recommended
by the Superintendent: (as per RPEA contract)
Name From To
Marybeth Connell Robert Gordon 3rd grade Robert Gordon 2nd grade
Dawn M. Warren Robert Gordon 1st grade Robert Gordon kindergarten
Gail Pelaez Robert Gordon kindergarten Robert Gordon 3rd grade
Cheryl Trapani Robert Gordon 5th grade Robert Gordon 4th grade
Kristin Levash Robert Gordon 4th grade Robert Gordon 5th grade
Nicole Quaglia EJF-Aldene 4th grade EJF-Aldene 5th grade
Mary Lou Gugger EJF-Aldene 5th grade EJF-Aldene 4th grade
Gina Mulholland Elementary guidance District psychologist
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Laptop Facilitator
To approve the following Laptop Facilitators at $1,000 effective for the 2009-2010
school year as recommended by the Superintendent:
Sandra Deegan Sherman School

Nancy Merwede EJF-Aldene School
Kristen Kulbaba Robert Gordon School
Cristin Conneely Middle School
Retirement Compensation
Approval to pay the following retirement compensation as recommended by the
Superintendent: (in accordance with respective CBAs.)
RPAA Administrators Contract

Frank Ferlazzo Director of Curriculum $32,318.31 ($529.80 x 61 vacation)
$25,000.00 (191.5 sick days)
RPEA Contract – Teacher Sick Days

Marie Coster High School English $ 9,562.00 ($85 x 112.5)
Patricia Ruggiero Robert Gordon 2nd grade $17,170.00 ($85 x 202)
Kathleen Peterson Sherman 5th grade $ 9,350.00 ($85 x 110)
RPEA Contract – Custodial/Maintenance

Luis Briceno District Maintenance $ 5,429.19 ($271.46 x 20 vacation)
$ 450.00 ($30 x 15 sick days)
Special Services Summer Personnel

To appoint the following Special Services 2010 Summer Personnel as recommended by
the Superintendent:
Gina Mulholland Kristin Martinez Rose Morba Arlene Terpenning

Jodi Foy Amy McKenna Kathleen MacDonald
Susan Dietzold Christopher Dimakos Mandee Leonardis
Child Study Team Evaluations: $320/case

Pre-evaluation Meeting: $ 45/case
IEP Development: $ 65/case
IEP Conference: $ 75/case
Hourly Rate: $ 35/hr*
* if CST provides services beyond specified above, such as due process hearings, travel in and out of UC, placements, and observations.
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After Care Personnel
To approve the following after care personnel/substitutes for the 2010-2011 school year
as recommended by the Superintendent: (substitutes for all programs) (salaries same as 2009-2010)
Autistic Program at $34.15/hr (instructional) – 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Kathleen MacDonald Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs.
Linda Califano Friday
Substitutes: Theresa Rose, Philip Acosta, Linda Califano
Middle School Extra-Curricular Advisors

To appoint the following 2010-2011 Middle School year extra-curricular advisors as follows: (as
recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract/addendum)
Karen Carey-Lynch (B) AVA $2357

Stacy Feszchak (B) Student Council $1590
Joanna Ollinick (A) Student Council $1512
To re-appoint the following staff as recommended by the Superintendent: (as per RPEA
contract/addendum)
a. July Restrepo (B6), EJF-Aldene School PreK/ECC teacher, effective September

1, 2010 to December 23, 2010 at $50,126, prorated. (Sept./Oct. $48,164) (maternity –
Martinez)
b. Vanessa Garaio (M6), Robert Gordon School ESL teacher, effective September 1,
2010 to June 30, 2011 at $54,161. (Sept./Oct. $52,198) (restored)
c. Jamie Halperin (MT9), Elementary Guidance teacher, effective September 1,
2010 to June 30, 2011 at $62,315, prorated. ($59,486 for Sept./Oct.)
d. Marie Teresa Scutro (B6), Middle School Social Studies teacher, effective
September 1, 2010 to December 23, 2010 at $50,126, prorated. (Sept./Oct. $48,164)
(maternity –Durniak)
e. Luciano Riggi (B6), Alternative High School Academy Program teacher,
effective September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 at $50,126. (Sept./Oct. $48,164) (funded
with Roselle tuition)
f. Christopher Tereshko (B8), High School English teacher, effective September 1,
2010 to June 30, 2011 at $51,823. (Sept./Oct. $49,264) (replacement – Accardi)
g. Christine Muench, Director of Academy, effective September 1, 2010 to June 30,
2011 at $81,000 (3). (funded with Roselle tuition) (as per RPAA contract)
h. Liliana Pontoriero, Sherman School paraprofessional, effective September 1,
2010 to December 3, 2010 at $12.82/hr. (Nascimento who is maternity for Gaccione )
i. Susan Venanzi, Robert Gordon paraprofessional, effective September 1, 2010 to
June 30, 2011 at $16.03/hr. (per IEP)
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Staff Appointments
To appoint the following staff: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract/ addendum)
a. Eileen Carroll (B4), Middle School Science teacher, effective September 1, 2010
to June 30, 2011 at $50,126. ($48,164 for Sept./Oct.) (replacement – LOA – Foltin)
b. Jamie Carlson (B1), EJF-Aldene School Resouce Center teacher, effective
September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 at $50,000. (Sept/Oct.$48,008 (maternity-Gold)
c. Christopher Burns (B2), High School Business teacher, effective September 1,
2010 to June 30, 2011, at $50,063. ($48,008 for Sept/.Oct.) (replacement - Coultas)
d. Rachel Pask (B1), Robert Gordon Special Education teacher, effective September
7, 2010 to December 23, 2010 at $50,000, prorated. ($48,008 for Sept./Oct.)
(maternity – Leonardis)
e. Randi Sheps (B1), Sherman School 5th grade teacher, effective September 1,
2010 to June 30, 2011 at $50,000 (Sept/Oct $48,008.) (replacement – Peterson)
f. Jean Ridente (B2), Robert Gordon School 1st grade teacher, effective September
1, 2 010 to June 30, 2011 at $50,063. ($48,164 for Sept./Oct.) (replacement – P. Ruggerio)
g. Thomas Megles (B5), Alternative High School Academy Program teacher,
effective September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 at $50,126. (Sept./Oct. $48,164) (funded
with Roselle tuition)
h. Allison Kanarek (M8), Alternative High School Academy Program Clinician,
effective September 2, 2010 to June 30, 2011 at $56,214. (Sept./Oct.) $53,485)
(replacement – Menonna)
i. Edith Dobrowski (MT1), School Psychologist, effective August 30, 2010 to
February 16, 2011 at $58,430, prorated, plus $3121.25 for extra time and
responsibility. (Sept./Oct. $56,438 prorated) (maternity – Mulholland)
j. Alexandra Nascimento (B1), Sherman 2nd grade, effective September 1, 2010 to
December 3, 2010 at $50,000. (Sept./Oct. $48,008) (maternity – Gaccione)
k. Frank Ferlazzo, Interim NCLB Coordinator, effective November 1, 2010 to June
30, 2011, 2 days/week at $300/day.
l. Emanuel Tancredi, probationary custodian, at $32,823, prorated, plus night
differential of $2,225 effective August 1, 2010 to January 31, 2011. ($300 increase
for obtaining boiler license) ($31,580 for July/Aug.) (replacement – J. Hamas)
m. Gerard Dawson, summer technology assistant, effective July 26, 2010 at $7.00/hr
n. Linda Califano, Anthony Signorello Youth Center substitute director, effective
July 28, 2010 at $15/hour.
o. Marie Kilby (B1), High School Science teacher, effective September 1, 2010 to
June 30, 2011 at $50,000. (Sept./Oct. $48,008) (replacement M. Sturr)
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High School Extra-Curricular Coaches/Advisors
To approve the following high school extra-curricular coaches/advisors for the 2010-
2011 school year as recommended by the Superintendent: (as per RPEA contract/ addendum)
Student Council Advisor Alison Reiner B $3109.00

Yearbook Kristin Merkel A $3841.50 (75%)
Yearbook Proof Readers Nora DeNike A $ 640.25 (12.5%)
Vivian Petz A $ 640.25 (12.5%)
Stage Band Eric Witkowski A $1672.00
Senior Class Advisors Kristin Merkel B $1895.00
Alison Reiner B $1895.00
Junior Class Advisors Dennis Dagounis B $1895.00
Eric Witkowski B $1895.00
Sophomore Class Advisors Vincent Fucci A $ 659.00
Lori DiSarro A $ 659.00
Freshman Class Advisors Melissa Rinaldi A $ 659.00
Danielle Romero A $ 659.00
Band Director Eric Witkowski A $6862.00
AVA Advisor Samuel Appello B $2462.00
National Honor Society Melanie Bussiere B $ 859.00
Michael Gironda B $ 859.00
Peer Leadership Coordinator Tiffany Bain B $2925.00
Peer Leadership Assistant Mary Baumann A $1504.00
Chorus Club Eric Witkowski B $1421.00
Health Careers Club Janice Haddad B $1421.00
Environmental Club Dennis Dagounis B $1421.00
SASS Club (Service League) Judyth Kurz B $1421.00
Interact Club Sponsored by Rotary Vincent Fucci $ 500.00
Chaperones James Foy A $ 98.25
Linda Califano A $ 98.25
Kathleen MacDonald B $ 103.00
Teresa Rose A $ 98.25
Jennifer Ferreira A $ 98.25
Head Football Coach James Foy 2-2 $7591.00
Asst Coaches Sam Appello 7-7 $6511.00
Fran Maggio 7-7 $6511.00
Glenn Grieco 5-1 $6138.00
Keith Wintermute 2-2 $4888.00
Joe Yoschak 4-1 $5441.00
Head Girls Tennis Nancy Sturcke 7-7 $5107.00
JV Girls Tennis Kimberly Guercio 2-1 $2700.00
Head Girls Soccer Anthony Trezza 6-1 $6661.00
JV Girls Soccer John Flecca 4-1 $4394.00
Volunteer Devon Mc Gillis $ 1.00
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High School Extra-Curricular Coaches/Advisors - continued
Head Boys Soccer Patrick Santo Pietro 5-1 $6466.00

JV Boys Soccer Brian Lowe 3-1 $4219.00
Summer Weight Room Supervisor James Foy 5-1 $1725.00
John Ranieri 4-1 $1674.00
Fall Weight Room Supervisor Nick Agoglia 2-2 $1543.00
Cheerleading Head Jessica Eger B $5039.00
Michelle Miller B $5039.00
Head Wrestling Coach John Ranieri 4-2 $7743.00
Asst Wrestling Lou Riggi 2-1 $4822.00
Volunteer Wrestling Craig Frost $ 1.00
Head Boys Basketball John Bergbauer 1-2 $6850.00
JV Boys Basketball John Flecca 1-2 $4629.00
Head Girls Basketball Rich Wilson 4-2 $7743.00
JV Girls Basketball Charlene Durniak 4-2 $5230.00
Weight Room Supervisor James Foy 5-1 $1725.00
Head Bowling Vince Fucci 2-2 $3149.00
Head Baseball Coach Nick Agoglia 4-1 $6278.00
JV Baseball Coach Nick Badillo 2-2 $4049.00
Head Softball Fran Maggio 7-2 $6861.00
JV Softball Sam Appello 7-7 $4801.00
Boys Baseball Volunteer Steve Matthews $ 1.00
Girls Softball Volunteer Laura Bundy $ 1.00
Head Tennis Coach Nick Florio 7-7 $5107.00
Head Golf Coach Bruce Coultas 5-2 $3520.00
Head Track Coach Glenn Grieco 4-2 $6278.00
Asst Track Coaches John Flecca 5-1 $4526.00
James Foy 4-2 $4394.00
Shannon Smith 2-1 $4049.00
Weight Room Supervisor John Ranieri 4-1 $1674.00
Lou Riggi 2-1 $1542.00
Site Manager: Sam Appello James Foy
Proctors/Scoreboard: Phil Acosta Anthony Trezza James Foy
Patrick Santo Pietro John Gura Brian Lowe
Proctors: Patricia Iachio Constance Megles Geri Gura
Jessica Clausi Wendy Battaglia John Ranieri
Sue Carlstrom Nick Agoglia Sam Appello
Melanie Bussiere Kathy Mac Donald James Foy
Rate: Site Manager: $55.00 Proctor: $45.00 Varsity Scoreboard: $55.00 JV Scoreboard: $45.00
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Substitute Salaries
To approve the following substitute/home instruction salaries for the 2010-2011 school
year: (salaries same as 2009-2010)
Substitutes
Secretaries $70.00/day
Paraprofessionals $10.50/hr
Aides $ 9.50 /hr
Maintenance Workers $16.00/hr
Custodians $12.00/hr
Teachers
Substitute Certified $90.00/day
NJ Teacher Certified $95.00/day
After 20 days a year (NJ teacher certified only) $100.00/day*
Nurse $105.00/day
Home Instruction $31.00/hr
*annually non-cumulative; 20 day waiting period is waived for 15 or more years of continuous substituting service with the district.
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
September 7, 2010
Board Meeting
6:34 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by President Rinaldi who noted that this was a closed session of
to the sunshine law for the month of September 2010.
There were present:

President Rinaldi Barney Leinberger
Vice President Harms Scott Nelson
Also present:
PERSONNEL
Approval of additions to the district wide substitute list. (As recommended by the Superintendent.)
Student Teachers/Internships
To approve the attached student teachers/internships for the 2010-2011 school year. (as
recommended by the Superintendent)
Staff Resignation
Approval of the following resignation: Alexis Stewart, Robert Gordon paraprofessional,
effective August 26, 2010.
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(subject to change) (as recommended by the Superintendent)
Meghan Wischusen, Robert Gordon 4th grade teacher, unpaid personal leave of
absence, effective September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2013. (attending US Peace Corps.)
Staff Transfers
Approval of the following staff transfers for the 2010-2011 school year as recommended
by the Superintendent: (as per RPEA contract)
Name From To
Andrea Kozodoy Social Worker Elementary Counselor (replace O’Malley)
July Restrepo PreK/ECC Robert Gordon 5th grade (replace Wischusen)
Kristin Levash Robert Gordon 5th grade Robert Gordon 4th grade
Bradley Stanko District Driver - days High School Custodian - nights
ASYC Summer Program Staff

To approve the following Anthony Signorella Youth Center Summer program substitute
director effective August 1, 2010: Jennifer Buscaino at $15/hr.
Extra – Curricular Appointments

To appoint the following extra-curricular appointments as recommended by the
Superintendent: (*as per RPEA contract)
First Aid/CPR Training Certifications

James Foy Aug. 5 & 10 $200/session
*CATV Assistant Coordinator
Ellen Bachert (A) 2010-2011 school year $9543
*Baton/Flag Twirler Coach
Isaac Holiday (A) 2010-2011 school year $4962
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Additional Sections
To approve the following teachers to teach an additional class for the 2010-2011 school
year: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract) (Sept./Oct. salary same as 09-10)
Middle School
Karen Carey-Lynch English 1/7 $ 9,022.00
John Flecca Science 1/7 $ 8,902.14
Kimberly Guercio Math 1/7 $ 7,160.86
Michelle (Miller) Howell LA 1/7 $ 7,160.86
Patricia Mawer Math 1/7 $ 7,160.86
Lauren McCarthy Math 1/7 $ 7,160.86
Joanna Ollinick LA 1/7 $ 7,254.86
Denise Otero LA 1/7 $ 8,591.00
Michael Phillips Math 1/7 $ 8,050.86
Joscelyn (Puschel) Rios World Lang 1/7 $ 7,716.14
Jeanette Ricci LA 1/7 $ 9,022.00
Ann Marie Ryan English 1/7 $ 9,022.00
Tricia Caparruva Resource Center 1/7 $ 7,160.86
Gina Palencia Resource Center 1/7 $ 7,857.86
Giuliana Melo LA 1/7 $ 9,947.57
Jennifer Ferry Resource Center 1/7 $ 8,902.14
Robert Glomb Social Studies 1/14 $ 4,511.00
Alison Cogswell Music 2/35 $ 3,608.80
Academy
Shaun Lacey Science 1/7 $ 7,254.86
Lisa Klemens Math 1/7 $ 7,160.86
Modesta DeFresco Art 1/7 $15,210.71
Fay Lazarides Math 1/7 $ 8,535.00
Jessica Clausi Math 1/7 $10,131.86
Dennis Dagounis Science 1/7 $ 7,716.14
Alison Reiner English 1/7 $ 7,160.86
Matthew Spricigo Social Studies 1/7 $10,258.14
Susanna Hand Spanish 1/7 $ 7,403.29
High School
Kimberly Jensen HSPA/SAT 1/14 $ 4,548.36
Kathleen Mooney ESL/HSPA 1/14 $ 5,646.00
Patricia Rush MPS 3 1/14 $ 4,472.86
Jennifer Ferreira MPS 1 1/14 $ 3,580.43
Danielle Romero Multi Media 1/14 $ 3,701.64
Raymond Bangs Chemistry AP 1/35 $ 2,895.60
Dennis Dagounis Biology AP 1/35 $ 1,543.23
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To re-appoint the following staff as recommended by the Superintendent: (as per RPEA
contract/addendum)
Deborah Cordes (M10), Social Worker, effective August 30, 2010 to

June 30, 2011, at $57,471, plus compensation for extra time and responsibilities
$5,675. (Sept./Oct. $55,951) (replace Kozodoy)
Clement Gibeault, Middle School paraprofessional, 6 hrs/day, 5 days/week, effective

September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 at $16.03/hr. (as per IEP)
Dawn Rannigan, Robert Gordon paraprofessional, 6 hrs/day, 5 days/week, effective

September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 at $12.82/hr. (replace A. Stewart)
Shari Galluzzi, Middle School paraprofessional, 4 hrs/day, 5 days/week, effective

September 1, 2010 to October 29, 2010 at $14.10/hr. (as per IEP)
Staff Termination
Approval to terminate the employment of the following personnel:(as recommended by the Superintendent)
Jayson Bogota, district custodian, effective September 10, 2010.
DISCUSSION
1. Board candidates
2. Substance abuse policy
3. Test scores
The board returned to open session at 7:30 pm to take action on matters for the month of
September 2010. They returned to closed session at 8:23 pm to discuss the following.
1. Board candidates
adjourned at 8:52 pm
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
October 5, 2010
Board Meeting
6:32 P.M.
to the sunshine law for the month of October 2010.
There were present:

President Rinaldi Barney Leinberger
Alexander J. Balaban Christopher Miller
Michael Genovese Barbara Sokol
Dr. Parrell was absent from the meeting.
Also present:
PERSONNEL
District Retirement
To approve the following district retirement as recommended by the Superintendent:
John Payesko, district custodian, effective January 1, 2011
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To approve the following district resignation as recommended by the Superintendent:
Stacey Robinson, Robert Gordon paraprofessional, effective October 7, 2010
Staff Termination
by the Superintendent:
Stephen Barbetti, Sherman paraprofessional, effective September 28, 2010.
Residency Investigator
To approve Ray Arocha, volunteer district residency investigator for the 2010-2011
school year at $1.00.
Extra – Curricular Advisors/Coaches

To appoint/rescind the following extra-curricular advisors/coaches: (as recommended by the
Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract)
Rescind
Eric Witkowski HS Stage Band
Appoint
Kevin Carroll (5-1) HS Assistant Wrestling $5,367
Alison Cogswell (A) HS Stage Band $1,672
Additional Sections
To approve the following staff to teach an additional class for the 2010-2011 school
year: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract)
Brian Weingart MS Physical Education 1/7 $ 7,160.86

Ellen Bachert HS RPTV 1/7 $10,800.43
Translation
To approve the following staff member to provide language translation when needed:
(as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract)
Daiana Permison, MS paraprofessional at $15.18 per 15 minute increments
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Schedule Change
Approval of the following schedule change effective September 20, 2010 as
Name From To
Susan Santos 6.25 hrs/day 7 hrs/day High School paraprofessional
Professional Development Appointments

To appoint the following professional development appointments at $34.15/hr: (as
recommended by the Superintendent) (contractual amount)
Friday, October 8, 2010 – 3 hrs.

Marie Mormelo
Monday, October 11, 2010 - 3.75 hrs.
Marie Mormelo Joann Sinisi Susana Hand
Tricia Caparruva Jonathan Silberlight Melanie Bussiere
Gina Palencia Karen Ruby Eric Witkkowski
Kathleen Mooney James Foy Lori DiSarro
Danielle Romero
Discussion
1. Class trips/safety issues - elementary principals and PTA officers were present
2. Staff termination – fingerprinting process
3. Grievance – yearbook advisor
The board returned to open session at 7:04 P.M. to take action on items for the month of October
2010. They returned to closed session at 8:31 P.M. to discuss the following.
1. Confidentiality of subjects discussed in closed session.
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
October 19, 2010
Board Meeting
6:02 P.M.
to the sunshine law for the month of October 2010.
There were present:

President Rinaldi Christopher Miller
Vice President Harms Jeffrey Parrell
Alexander J. Balaban Barbara Sokol
Scott Nelson
Mr. Genovese and Mr. Leinberger were absent from the meeting.
Also present:
Athina Cornell, Board Attorney
PERSONNEL
Approval of additions to the district wide substitute list as recommended by the
Superintendent.
Staff Appointments
To appoint the following staff as recommended by the Superintendent:
Ann Marie Morrison (B1), Middle School Special Education teacher, at $50,000,
prorated, effective October 20, 2010 to March 11, 2011. (Sept./Oct. salaries same as
2009-2010) (maternity – C. Kelliehan)
Jeff Joy, Vested Protection, district residency inspector, at $30/hr for the
2010-2011 school year.
LisaMarie Layden, Robert Gordon paraprofessional, 6hrs/day, 5days/wk,

effective October 12, 2010 to June 30, 2011, at $12.82/hr. (replacement – Robinson)
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Degree Change
To approve the following staff member degree changes as recommended by the
Superintendent effective September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 (as per RPEA contract)
(Sept./Oct. salaries same as 2009-2010)
Nicholas Agoglia B11 $55,176 M11 $60,137

Christopher DiMakos M6 $54,161 MT6 $58,697
Stacy Feszchak M14 $65,593 MT14 $69,633
Lisa Pluchino-Klemens B6 $50,126 M6 $54,161
Gina Palencia M7 $55,005 MT7 $59,745
Kristen Vogel B6 $50,126 MT6 $58,697
Winter/Spring Physical Personnel

To authorize the following personnel to conduct physicals for 2010-2011 winter/spring
sports under the direction of the Athletic Director at $174.60/day^ or compensated days*
on November 9, 2010 and February 2, 2011: (as recommended by the Superintendent)
Teresa Sacca * Janice Haddad * Nancy Merwede* - sub

Barbara Goss* Brenda Litterer *
DISCUSSION
1. Volunteer position
2. Residency hearing
3. Anticipated litigation
The board returned to open session at 6:59 P.M. to take action on matters for the month of
October 2010. They returned to closed session for the following residency hearing.
RESIDENCY HEARING
This was a fact-finding session regarding the residency of two Sherman elementary school
students (G. & g. C.), the father and attorney were present. The custody and living arrangements
were explained. All information pertaining to this case has been given to the board attorney for
follow up.
There being no further business to come before the board the meeting adjourned at 8:37 P.M.
Susan Guercio
School Business Administrator/Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
November 2, 2010
Board Meeting
6:06 P.M.
to the sunshine law for the month of November 2009.
There were present:

President Rinaldi Christopher Miller
Barney Leinberger (arrv 6:20) Barbara Sokol
Also present:
Residency Hearing
A residency hearing was scheduled to consider evidence regarding (A.& J.S.) Sherman School
students. The parents/guardians failed to appear. Mary Christensen, Sherman School Principal,
was in attendance and gave background on students’ living arrangements. The board determined
students were not domiciled in the district.
DISCIPLINARY HEARING
Board Attorney, Anthony Sciarrillo, conducted a disciplinary hearing for 7th grade middle school
student (J.DeV.) who was suspended for fighting in school on October 21, 2010. Jeannine
Grasso, Middle School Principal, reported on the incident. Mother, father and son spoke before
the board. The board attorney explained the hearing process and informed the participants that a
decision would be reached after all information was discussed.
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PERSONNEL
Approval of additions to the district wide substitute list. (As recommended by the Superintendent.)

(subject to change) (As recommended by the Superintendent.)
Jennifer Burgos, Sherman School 3rd grade teacher effective on or about

January 3, 2011 as follows:
Return date: April 4, 2011
Lunch/Breakfast Supervisor Personnel

To approve the following lunchroom supervisors/substitutes for the 2010-2011 school
year as recommended by the Superintendent: (as per RPEA contract) High School lunch supervisors –
$18.97/day, Middle School lunch supervisors - $28.46/day, District breakfast supervisors at $18.97/day
High School Middle School

Christopher Burns Eric Witkowski Timothy Hess
Glenn Greico Anthony Trezzza Jennifer Ferry
Marie Kilby Samuel Appello
Title 1/Basic Skills Personnel

To appoint the following Robert Gordon Title 1 Before/After School personnel effective
November 8 - December 17, 2010 at $34.15 per session (as recommended by the Superintendent):
Arlene Terpenning (4 days) Kristen Kulbaba (1 day)

Gail Pelaez – sub Jean Ridente – sub
Lisa Layden – sub Barbara Maiorelli – sub
To approve the following change of assignment as recommended by the Superintendent:
(as per RPEA contract) (as per IEP)
Shari Galluzzi, Middle School paraprofessional

From To
September 7, 2010 – October 29, 2010 September 7, 2010 – June 24, 2011
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At this time the board went into open session to take action on matters for the month of
November. They returned to closed session at 7:36 to discuss the following.
Sarah Costa, High School Principal, reported on Christopher Burns, Business Teacher,
who did not report to work after taking several personal days. Recommendation is to
terminate due to abandonment of position and to appoint staff to teach an additional
class until end of semester. The board returned to open session to take action on
determination.
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
November 16, 2010
Board Meeting
6:03 P.M.
to the sunshine law for the month of November 2010.
There were present:

President Rinaldi Scott Nelson
Vice President Harms Christopher Miller
Michael Genovese Barbara Sokol
Barney Leinberger (arrv 6:58)
Also present:
HEARING
The board conducted a hearing regarding appeal from former employee Christopher
Burns. Mr. Burns was terminated as high school business teacher for abandonment of
position. Sarah Costa, High School Principal and Kathleen MacDonald, RPEA President
were in attendance. As job was posted the board determined Mr. Burns could submit an
application to be considered for the position.
PERSONNEL
Approval of additions to the district wide substitute list. (as recommended by the
Superintendent)
To approve the following resignation: (as recommended by the Superintendent)
Barbara Maiorelli, Robert Gordon paraprofessional, effective November 10, 2010.
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(subject to change) (as recommended by the Superintendent)
Allison DeFortuna, Sherman School Fifth Grade teacher effective on or about

January 24, 2011 as follows:
Return date: May 2, 2011
Lunch/Breakfast Supervisor Personnel

To approve the following lunchroom supervisors/substitutes for the 2010-2011 school
year: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract) High School lunch supervisors –
$18.97/day - District breakfast supervisors at $18.97/day.
Teresa Rose
Extra-Curricular Coaches/Advisors
To approve the following extra-curricular coaches/advisors for the 2010-2011 school
year: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract)
Band Front Coordinator John Arietano (B) $5553

Percussion Instructor Volunteer Robert Masucci $1
There being no further business to come before the board the meeting was adjourned at 7:03 PM.
Susan Guercio
Board Secretary
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BOARD OF EDUCATION

ROSELLE PARK, NEW JERSEY

There were present:

Name From To (revised)

Breakfast/Lunch Instructional Proctors

To approve the following salary revisions: (as per RPEA contract)

James Jones $30,472 $30,772

Winter Guard MS Dance Chaperones – December 18

Maternity Leave of Absence Request

Rosa Iglesias-Blazquez, EJF-Aldene ESL teacher effective on or about

There were present:

Irakli Kepuladze, district probationary custodian, effective January 7, 2010.

Professional Development Day Participation

BSI Teachers Paraprofessionals

Professional Development Day Presenters

Danielle Romero 9 hours Eric Witkowski 6 hours

MS Athletic Proctors - $40/event

2010 Summer Camp Personnel

2010 Roselle Park Summer Camp Salaries

2010 Summer Camp Personnel

Instructors at $20/hr High School Counselors

Lunchroom/Breakfast Supervisor Personnel

Maternity Leave Replacement

Child Study Team Evaluations: $310/case

Sick Day Bank

Robert Watson Middle School Industrial Arts teacher

Approval to terminate the employment of the following personnel as recommended

Stephanie Thorn, EJF-Aldene preschool teacher, effective January 19, 2010.

There were present:

Maureen Bobbin, Robert Gordon Reading Recovery on or about

Name From To (revised)

Dawn Marie Warren March 1, 2010 June 30, 2010

Unpaid Leave of Absence Requests

Family Math/Science Program

January 19, February 9, 24, March 10, 2010

There were present:

Stephen Barbetti, Sherman School paraprofessional, 5.75hrs./day, 4days/wk., 6.5 hrs/day,

Federal Programs Salary Allocations

Diane Gold B9 $51,377 M9 $55,951

RPEA Salary List

Sherman School Substitutes

High School Extra-Curricular Appointments

Year Book Proofreader – 25%

Sick Day Bank

Stephen Yaworski, District Maintenance

Susan Guercio School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

There were present:

John Hamas, High School custodian, effective August 1, 2010.

Sick Day Bank

Maura Kepuladze, Middle School ESL teacher

High School Extra-curricular Appointment

High School Baseball Rick Matarante $1.00

There were present:

Mr. Genovese was absent from the meeting.

EJF-Aldene School (March 1, 2010 to April 21, 2010)

Winter/Spring Physical Personnel

November 10, 2009 February 9, 2010

1. Renegotiating of superintendent contract

There were present:

John Hamas, High School custodian, effective August 1, 2010.

Sick Day Bank

Maura Kepuladze, Middle School ESL teacher

High School Extra-curricular Appointment