UPPER PERKIOMEN SCHOOL DISTRICT

2229 East Buck Road

Pennsburg PA 18073

April 10, 2014

CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Board of School Directors of the Upper Perkiomen School District
was called to order by Vice-President Raeann B. Hofkin, at 7:05 p.m. in the Upper Perkiomen
School District Education Center.
The following Board members attended: Catherine Fenley, Wilfred E. Pike, J effrey A.
Feirick, William G. Scott, Raeann B. Hofkin, Margie K. Gehlhaus, J onathan A. Warren, J ohn L.
Gehman, and Dr. Kerry Drake. Administration in attendance were: Francis C. Leskowicz, EdD.,
and Sandra M. Kassel.
Also attending were: Ryan Sloyer, Karin Klein, and Kim Wheeler.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mr. Scott announced that an Executive Session for was held on April 1
st
and prior to
tonights meeting for litigation.

SUPERINTENDENTS REPORT
Dr. Leskowicz reported on the activities of the Hereford Quilters. Norma Reichenbach-
Nichols reported on the quilts that will be delivered to patients at Childrens Hospital on April 13,
2014. Over the last three years 319 quilts have been delivered.
Dr. Leskowicz announced that J ohn Williamson has been selected as the Voices of
Inspiration finalist for the Teacher of Excellence for the Upper Perkiomen School District. J ohn is a
business teacher at the High School.
Dr. Leskowicz announced that the Regular Board meetings and on workshops are on videos
on the website.

DISCUSSION/PRESENTATIONS
A. Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Presentation Stephanie
Arnold, Assistant Business Administrator. Dr. Leskowicz announced that Stephanie
Arnold was approved for initial registration as a Pennsylvania Registered School
Business Official, in order to be granted this a person must meet high personal, ethical
and professional standards and continuing education. Dr. Leskowicz and Mrs. Kassel
presented Stephanie Arnold with a certificate.

B. Board Policy Adoptions/Revisions:
Policy #006.1 Remote Participation in Board Meetings (First Reading)
(Attachment 1-A). Mr. Scott reported on the First Reading of Policy #006.1. This would
be for members to participate through electronic devices, or conference calling.

PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS
Ryan Sloyer, East Greenville wanted to know what the need is for the new positions on
Attachments B and C. Mr. Sloyer asked what the increase was for the change of status
position. Mr. Sloyer also asked about the turf fields and wanted to know how much is in the
account.

ANNOUNCEMENTS/COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Accountability Committee J effrey Feirick
B. Curriculum & Technology Committee Margie Gehlhaus
C. Healthcare Committee - Raeann Hofkin
D. Policy Committee J effrey Feirick
E. Special Education Committee Dr. Kerry Drake
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F. Western Montgomery Career & Technology Center William Scott, Representative
G. Montgomery County Intermediate Unit William Scott, Representative
H. Legislative Liaison Raeann Hofkin, Representative
I. UP Valley Regional Planning Commission Margie Gehlhaus, Representative
J . Upper Perkiomen Education Foundation Raeann Hofkin

MINUTES
Motion by William G. Scott, seconded by Raeann B. Hofkin, to approve the
Regular School Board Meeting Minutes of March 13, 2014. Motion carried; all voted aye.

PERSONNEL REPORT
Motion by William G. Scott, seconded by J onathan A. Warren, to approve the Personnel
Report as presented:
Dr. Leskowicz wanted to say that the Board accepts with regret the Retirements of many
good people. These individuals have been with the district for many years, Diana Delp, 22 yrs.,
Gerald Harpel, 26 yrs., J eff Moser, 35 yrs., and Susan Shea, 17 yrs.

A. POSITION DESCRIPTIONS
1. Approve the attached position description for Assistant to the Superintendent for
Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology. (Attachment B)
2. Approve the attached position description for Education and Technology
Innovation Specialist. (Attachment C)
B. RETIREMENTS
1. Diana L. Delp, Elementary Teacher at Hereford Elementary School, effective at the
end of the 2013-2014 school year.
2. Gerald I. Harpel, Custodian at the Middle School, effective J une 13, 2014.
3. Jeffery A. Moser, Elementary Teacher at Hereford Elementary School, effective at the
end of the 2013-2014 school year.
4. Susan Shea, Special Education Assistant at Hereford Elementary School, effective
J une 13, 2014
C. RESIGNATIONS
1. Ronald L. Barber, Part-Time Courier at the Education Center, effective April 4, 2014.
2. Michele R. Waite, Special Education Assistant at the Middle School, effective
March 28, 2014.
3. Susan F. Yaroch, Computer Lab Assistant at the High School, effective March 28,
2014.
D. APPOINTMENTS
1. PROFESSIONAL STAFF
a. Lauren M. Anderson, Special Education Teacher at Marlborough Elementary
School as a Temporary Professional Employee, effective April 24, 2014, to be
hired conditioned upon meeting preemployment requirements, at $42,935
(prorated)/year, step 1 (B). Lauren will replace Catherine M. Sandilos, who
resigned. Lauren received her Bachelors degree from Gwynedd Mercy University.
She is certified in Early Education PreK-4 and Special Education.
E. CHANGE OF STATUS
1. Sue A. King, Director of Teaching and Learning to Assistant to the Superintendent for
Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology at the Education Center, effective March 10,
2014, at $130,000/year (prorated). This is a new position.


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F. OTHER APPOINTMENTS
1. PER DIEM SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS, effective for the 2013-2014 school year:
a. Christa A. Bardar
b. Abbygail L. Fryling
c. Lauren E. Gourley
d. Amanda M. Hahn
e. J ason P. Koback
f. Margaret A. Legendre
g. Caitlin E. Raynes
h. Nicole A. Rissmiller
i. Amanda K. Shoemaker
2. SUBSTITUTE SUPPORT STAFF, effective for the 2013-2014 school year:
a. Ronald L. Barber
b. Michele R. Waite
3. HOMEBOUND INSTRUCTORS, at the rate of $33.76/hour:
a. Matthew Austin
b. Michael Tirjan
4. SUPPLEMENTAL SALARY POSITIONS for the 2013-2014 school year:

Area
Status
Position Name Schedule Salary
Softball Appointment Assistant Coach J ana Ellixson B $2,305.00
5. SUPPLEMENTAL SALARY POSITIONS for the 2014-2015 school year:

Area
Status
Position Name Schedule Salary
Boys Soccer Appointment Assistant Coach Kyle Fisher B $4,582.00
Motion carried; all voted aye.

ACTION ITEMS
Motion by William G. Scott, seconded by Margie K. Gehlhaus, to approve Action Items A
through F:

A. Motion to approve the agreement with Skyward, Inc. to purchase the Student
Management Suite. The agreement would include the software, maintenance services,
training, licensing fees, and hosting of the data in the cloud. The total cost will be
$170,390. The software and services will be spread over a three year period beginning
with the 2014-15 school year.

B. Motion to approve the Special Education Plan Report developed in accordance with
PDE for July 1, 2014 June 30, 2017. (Attachment D)

C. Motion to approve the MCIU Special Education Cost Plan in the amount of
$206,209.01 (Attachment E)

D. Motion to approve the Agreement with the NHS School tuition for two students
attending from April 2, 2014 through and including July 31, 2014 at the rate of
$151.80 per day per student. (Attachment F)

E. Motion to approve the updated Red Cross High School Shelter Agreement received
March 20, 2014. (Attachment G)
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F. Motion to approve the Art and Industrial Arts Supplies Bid Award for the 2014-2015
school year. (Attachment H)

Motion carried; all voted aye.

G. Motion by William G. Scott, seconded by J ohn L. Gehman, to approve a non-
accumulating bonus to Dr. Francis C. Leskowicz in the amount of $5,000 for serving
as Substitute Superintendent from December 19, 2013 to June 30, 2014.
ROLL CALL VOTE: Fenley yes, Pike yes, Feirick yes, Hofkin yes, Gehlhaus no,
Warren yes, Gehman yes, Drake yes, Scott yes. Motion carried.

BUSINESS REPORTS
Motion by J effrey A. Feirick, seconded by William G. Scott, to approve the attached Business
Reports as presented and payment of bills, in the amount of $994,811.52, with the exception
of check #84518 for $40.00 from the General Fund. Motion carried; all voted aye.

Motion by J effrey A. Feirick, seconded by William G. Scott, to approve the payment of
check #84518 in the amount of $40.00 from the General Fund. VOTE: Fenley yes, Pike yes,
Feirick yes, Hofkin no, Gehlhaus yes, Warren yes, Gehman abstain, Drake yes, Scott
yes. Motion carried.

Motion by J effrey A. Feirick, seconded by William G. Scott, to approve the payment of bills in
the amount of $10,718.00 from the Capital Fund. Motion carried; all voted aye.

PUBLIC COMMENTS
Karin Klein, Pennsburg and Director of Red Hill Christian School, is asking that the Red Hill
Christian Schools 2 acres of property be relieved of school taxes.
Kim Wheeler, Green Lane, said that it is wonderful news about the videos being on the website,
that will be a great asset to the community. Mrs. Wheeler hopes that the Board is listening to the
public and making decisions that represent the public.

BOARD COMMENTS
Mr. Feirick announced his resignation from the Board effective at 11:59 p.m.

Several Board members thanked Mr. Feirick for his service and dedication to the Upper
Perkiomen School District and involvement and expertise in many areas including negotiations.

Motion by William G. Scott, seconded by Margie K. Gehlhaus, to accept the resignation of
J effrey A. Feirick as an Upper Perkiomen School Board member. VOTE: Fenley yes, Pike yes,
Feirick abstain, Hofkin yes, Gehlhaus yes, Warren yes, Gehman yes, Drake yes, Scott
yes. Motion carried.

Mr. Scott proposed we advertise in the paper and then interview candidates. He will announce
the times for that when it is decided.

ADJOURNMENT
Motion by William G. Scott, seconded by J effrey A. Feirick, that the meeting be adjourned at
8:11 p.m.

Sandra M. Kassel, Board Secretary