Board Meeting Agenda/Minutes 11/27/17

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Agenda
November 27, 2017 Regular Board Meeting
Panorama Village Administrative Center
Meeting Room A - 7:00 p.m.
240 Villa Crest Drive
State College, PA 16801

I. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (7:00 p.m.)

II. COMMUNICATIONS (Press Release Preview)
Houserville/Lemont Recognition

III. PUBLIC COMMENT Each individual will be limited to comments of three (3) minutes as time permits for items on this agenda or related to Board business.

IV. ROUTINE APPROVALS (7:15 p.m.)
A motion to approve the Routine Approval Listing as presented.

Special Board Meeting Minutes November 8, 2017 (attachment IV-A)
Communications Committee Meeting Notes November 10, 2017 (attachment IV-B)
Regular Board Meeting Minutes November 13, 2017 (attachment IV-C)
Culture, Climate and Learning Committee Mtg. Notes Nov. 14, 2017 (attachment IV-D)
Facilities and Grounds Committee Meeting Notes November 15, 2017 (attachment IV-E)
Finance and Audit Committee Meeting Notes November 16, 2017 (attachment IV-F)
Budget Transfers for October 2017 (attachment IV-G)
Donation Acceptance Report as presented (attachment IV-H)
Budget Amendment for 2017-18 Consolidated Federal Grants and 2016-17 Carry Over Federal Grants as presented (attachment IV-I)
Contract/Agreement for Apple Fitness Services for Equipment (attachment IV-J)
A motion to approve Merchant Processing Agreement, Heartland My SchoolBucks as presented (attachment V-K)
A motion to approve Eastern Illinois University Clinical Experience Affiliation Agreement, Student Teacher (attachment V-L)
Out-of-State/Overnight Student Travel (attachment IV-M)
Activity/Club Advisors and Student Treasurers 2017-2018 School Year (attachment IV-N)
Human Resources Recommendations (attachment IV-O)

V. ACTION ITEMS (7:25 p.m.)

A motion to approve the new secondary course proposals for 2018-2019 school year as presented at the November 13, 2017 meeting. (attachment V-A)
A motion to approve 2016-2017 Audited Financial Statement as presented (attachment V-B)
A motion to approve the District 2018-2023 Educational Strategic Plan for submission to PDE as required by November 30, 2017. (attachment V-C)
A motion to approve the agreements with Columbia Gas for the Elementary School projects as presented (attachment V-D)
A motion to approve the award of Special Inspections and Testing Services for the three Elementary School Projects as presented. (attachment V-E)
A motion to approve the receipt of PDE approved PlanCon Part D, E and F for Corl Street Elementary Project and recorded in board meeting minutes as required. (attachment V-F)
A motion to approve the receipt of PDE approved PlanCon Part D, E and F for Spring Creek Elementary Project and recorded in board meeting minutes as required. (attachment V-G)
A motion to approve the receipt of PDE approved PlanCon Part D, E and F for Radio Park Elementary Project and recorded in board meeting minutes as required. (attachment
V-H)
A motion to approve the addendum for Residential Research Development Contract, DecisionInsite as presented (attachment V-I)
A motion to approve the furniture, fixtures, and equipment purchases for Phase 1 of the High School Project as presented. (attachment V-J)
A motion to approve High School Project Change Orders presented below and PlanCon Part I for Change Orders PC#18 and MC#20 as presented: (attachment V-K)
       General Contractor CO #97, in the amount of $1,822.32
       General Contractor CO #98, in the amount of $5,453.64
       Plumbing Contractor CO #18, in the amount of $37,118.00
       Mechanical Contractor CO #20, in the amount of $22,752.00
       Mechanical Contractor CO #21, in the amount of $16,457.00
       Mechanical Contractor CO #22, in the amount of $2,764.00
       Mechanical Contractor CO #23, in the amount of $1,588.00
       Mechanical Contractor CO #24, in the amount of $1,511.00
       Electrical Contractor CO #67, in the amount of $9,009.00
       Electrical Contractor CO #68, in the amount of $261.00
       Electrical Contractor CO #69, in the amount of $4,550.00
       Electrical Contractor CO #70, in the amount of $952.00
       Electrical Contractor CO #71, in the amount of $1,302.00
       Electrical Contractor CO #72, in the amount of $350.00

VI.        INFORMATION/DISCUSSION (7:45 p.m.)
     A. District Goal Category: Facilities and Grounds
                 High School Project Update (attachment VI-A1)
                 Memorial Field Land Development and Locker Room Changes (attachment VI-A2)
     B. Physical Plant Staffing (attachment VI-B)
     C. District Goal Category: Student Learning
                 Proposed 2018-2019 School Calendar (attachment VI-C)
     D. District Goal Category: Policies (attachment VI-D)
                 Revised Policy 130 - Homework
                 New Policy 142 - Physical Activity and Recess
     E. District Goal Category: Fiscal Stewardship
                 2018-2019 Budget Development (attachment VI-E)

VII. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS (9:00 p.m.)
--Culture, Climate and Learning Committee
--Facilities and Grounds Committee
--Finance and Audit Committee
--Upcoming Committee Meetings:
Facilities and Grounds Committee Meeting - December 6, 2017, 11:30 a.m.

VIII.     REPORTS (9:15 p.m.)
Central Intermediate Unit (CIU) Report
National School Boards Association (NSBA) Report/PA School Boards Association (PSBA)/Legislative
Centre Region Council of Governments (COG) Liaison Report
Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Liaison Reports
                 Athletics
                 Facilities
                 Finance
                 Safety
                 Technology

IX. FUTURE AGENDA PLANNING
December 4, 2017 Reorganization Meeting
New Member Oath of Office
Select Temporary PresidentSelect President
Select Vice President
Approve Board Member Annual Appointments of Interest
Approve 2018 Board Meeting Schedule

December 4, 2017 Regular Meeting immediately following the Reorganization Meeting
**Action Items
High School Project Change Orders
Approve Memorial Field Land Development and Locker Room Changes
Approve proposed Physical Plant Staffing
**Information/Discussion
Research Proposal
New Agreement with Penn State College of Nursing
Student Day Update including Transportation Study Results from SBC

December 18, 2017 Regular Meeting
**Action Items
High School Project Change Orders
Bid Award for Easterly Parkway Chiller
Student Day Proposal
**Information/Discussion
High School Project Update
2018-2019 Budget Development

X. ADJOURNMENT

MINUTES

November 27, 2017 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Panorama Village Administrative Center
Meeting Room A - 7:00 p.m.
240 Villa Crest Drive
State College, PA 16801

I. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Ms. Concepcion called the State College Area School District Board of School Directors regular meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. She welcomed all attending and those viewing from home. Ms. Concepcion announced the Board held an executive session November 13, 2017, on a personnel matter. With the agenda before them, she asked board members for any changes; there were no changes.

A copy of all materials distributed to board members for discussion and/or action is included with the official minutes, unless otherwise indicated.

Board members present: Amy Bader, Gretchen Brandt, Amber Concepcion, Dan Duffy, Penni Fishbaine, David Hutchinson, Jim Leous, Laurel Zydney
Board members absent: Scott Fozard
Board Secretary: Mary Jenn Dorman
Student Representative: Adam Schram
Solicitor: Scott Etter
Superintendent: Robert O’Donnell
District Personnel: Michele Allen, Linda Andrews, Vernon Bock, Jane B. Brown, Randy Brown, Donna Bryan, Steve Carbrick, Jenifer Conklin, Sandy Constable, Gretchen Fetterolf, Bethany Fedorko, Megan Ianlero, Stu Leitzell, Rebecca Lorantas, Jacque Martin, Erin Morath, Katie Narber, Laurie Pagnotto, Sharon Perry, Linda Pierce, Ed Poprik, Chad Rockey, Chris Rosenblum, Fanessa Thompson, Donna Watson, Chris Weakland, Wendy Wilson
Guests: Lori Bedell, Anna Childs, Tim Jones, Robert Lingenfelter

II. COMMUNICATIONS
Ms. Concepcion spoke regarding two Retirees with more than 25 years of service:
Dianne Alters, 36 years of service, began in 1982 as a food service worker and in 1988 she became a paraprofessional at Matternville. She continued in that role when the school was replaced by Gray’s Woods. She thanked Ms. Alters for her years of service and wished her the best in retirement.
Dave Smith, 43 years of service, began his career in high school as part of a cooperative employment program and after graduation, was hired as a physical plant custodian. He has worked in all the District buildings, through the years became a custodial supervisor and first line supervisor, and currently is the district-wide building maintenance supervisor. She thanked Mr. Smith for his years of service and wished him the best in retirement.

Dr. O’Donnell welcomed faculty members and Principal Dr. Todd Dishong from Lemont and Houserville Elementary Schools to celebrate their Blue Ribbon award. These sister schools were among 342 schools nationwide and overseas honored for their academic performance and progress closing achievement gaps among student subgroups. Only 18 schools in
PA earned the blue ribbon accolade. Dr. O’Donnell presented them with commendations from the U.S. Department of Education, and Governor Tom Wolf and PA Secretary of Education, Pedro Rivera. He noted he appreciates their commitment and they have represented our school district with class.

Ms. Concepcion announced she would like to recognize long-time board member, Penni Fishbaine for her eight years of service. Ms. Fishbaine served as president and noted all her hard work for the Referendum. Dr. O'Donnell added that Ms. Fishbaine’s experience as a parent of two State High alums, as well as running a business with her husband in our community, have brought a deep value and perspective to her role as a board member. Her many relationships helped her to raise many insightful questions, concerns and suggestions during her time that represented the community. He presented her with a token of appreciation for her dedication and service to the youth of our community, and her time and energy to help improve our school district. Mr. Leous added that he and Ms. Fishbaine came on at the same time, noted her experiences at the district on all levels, her time as president, and having a “cool head” for a lot of difficult times.

Ms. Fishbaine commented that it has been a great honor serving on the Board and wished all well in continuing to carry on.

Dr. O’Donnell reported:
--This past Saturday, our State High football team was defeated by Pine Richland ending state title hopes, but being one of the final eight PIAA 6A teams is a great accomplishment. Dr. O’Donnell offered congratulations to Coach Lintal and the team on a wonderful season and an exciting playoff run.
--Two successful shows, The Addams Family, performed by MNMS that was a big hit by all accounts, and State High presented The House At Pooh Corner for all to enjoy the adventure of Pooh and his friends. Both casts did great performances!

Mr. Hutchinson announced a public deliberation being held this Friday, December 1 on PSU Campus, 223 Hub Building from 10:00 a.m. to Noon regarding living in a college town and a safe community for all. All at the table are invited and could let Mr. Hutchinson know if they they planned to attend. It is open to the public.

III. PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.

IV. ROUTINE APPROVALS
A motion to approve the Routine Approval Listing as presented.
--Special Board Meeting Minutes November 8, 2017
--Communications Committee Meeting Notes November 10, 2017
--Regular Board Meeting Minutes November 13, 2017
--Culture, Climate and Learning Committee Mtg. Notes Nov. 14, 2017
--Facilities and Grounds Committee Meeting Notes November 15, 2017
--Finance and Audit Committee Meeting Notes November 16, 2017
--Budget Transfers for October 2017
--Donation Acceptance Report
--Budget Amendment for 2017-18 Consolidated Federal Grants and 2016-17 Carry Over Federal Grants
--Contract/Agreement for Apple Fitness Services for Equipment
--Approve Merchant Processing Agreement, Heartland My SchoolBucks
--Approve Eastern Illinois University Clinical Experience Affiliation Agreement, Student Teacher
--Out-of-State/Overnight Student Travel
--Activity/Club Advisors and Student Treasurers 2017-2018 School Year
--Human Resources Recommendations (Refer to attachment IV-O)
Ms. Fishbaine moved and Mr. Leous seconded to approve the Routine Approval listing as presented. There was no discussion. With the motion moved and seconded above, all board members present voted aye on a roll call vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) The motion passed unanimously.

V. APPROVE 2018-2019 NEW SECONDARY COURSE PROPOSALS
A motion to approve the new secondary course proposals for 2018-2019 school year as presented at the November 13, 2017 meeting. Ms. Fishbaine moved and Mr. Leous seconded to approve the motion. Board member noted courses were good and asked about pre-requisite and options for students. Ms. Martin discussed the process for overriding the pre-requisite; and also addressed that the courses needed to be in the Course Selection Guide so students could select. In the Spring, the Board will see the Scope and Sequence for secondary curriculum. With the motion moved and seconded above to approve the new secondary course proposals for 2018-2019 school year as presented at the November 13, 2017 meeting, all board members present voted aye on a roll call vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) The motion passed unanimously.

VI. APPROVE 2016-2017 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENT
A motion to approve 2016-2017 Audited Financial Statement as presented. Ms. Fishbaine moved and Mr. Leous seconded to approve the motion. Mr. Brown introduced Rick Bair from Baker Tilly to provide a review of the Audited Financial Statement. Mr. Bair noted his purpose in doing the audit for SCASD ending June 30, 2017 in accordance with audit standards and grant for child care and nutrition program. He reported there were no difficulties, the management was very accommodating, it was a very clean audit, explaining a clean opinion is the highest evaluation of assurance. There was nothing to report for compliance. After reviewing specific numbers, Mr. Bair noted the District is in a strong position. With the motion moved and seconded above to approve 2016-2017 Audited Financial Statement as presented, all board members present voted aye on a roll call vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) The motion passed unanimously.

VII. APPROVE DISTRICT 2018-2023 EDUCATIONAL STRATEGIC PLAN
A motion to approve the District 2018-2023 Educational Strategic Plan for submission to PDE as required by November 30, 2017. Mr. Leous moved and Dr. Duffy seconded to approve the motion. Board member had questions and concerns if the the Comp Plan done last year will be revisited and noted questions on Goal #4. Dr. O’Donnell responded we still want to measure things that are not in the State Plan, what was submitted will be changed based on this Plan, and the Strategic Plan can be turned into an action plan. He spoke on how we report out, would like to maintain the Four Pillars, trust and relationships, and focus is the key piece with assistant superintendents working with principals. Mr. Bock spoke on the plans for continuous progress, the strategies in the schools, and alignment of schools and District. With the motion moved and seconded above to approve the District 2018-2023 Educational Strategic Plan for submission to PDE as required by November 30, 2017, all board members present voted aye on a roll call vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) The motion passed unanimously.

VIII. APPROVE AGREEMENTS with COLUMBIA GAS for ELEMENTARY PROJECTS
A motion to approve the agreements with Columbia Gas for the Elementary School projects as presented. Ms. Fishbaine moved and Dr. Duffy seconded to approve the motion. Mr. Poprik provided a minor update that was good news. Columbia Gas reduced the price that amounted to approximately $2,000 less at Houserville. There is a need to have the main line extended since there is no gas in that area. He explained this is for a supplemental furnace that would kick in if needed. With the motion moved and seconded above to approve the agreements with Columbia Gas for the Elementary School projects, all board members present voted aye on a roll call vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) The motion passed unanimously.

IX. AWARD of SPECIAL INSPECTIONS and TESTING SERVICES for THREE ELEMENTARY PROJECTS
A motion to approve the award of Special Inspections and Testing Services for the three Elementary School Projects as presented. Ms. Fishbaine moved and Dr. Duffy seconded to approve the motion. Mr. Poprik noted this is not a company we are using at the High School but did use this company at Panorama Village. With the motion moved and seconded above, all board members present voted aye on a roll call vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) The motion passed unanimously.

X. RECEIPT of PLANCON Part D, E, F for CORL STREET ELEMENTARY PROJECT
A motion to approve the receipt of PDE approved PlanCon Part D, E and F for Corl Street Elementary Project and recorded in board meeting minutes as required. Mr. Leous moved and Dr. Duffy seconded to approve the motion. There was no discussion. With the motion moved and seconded above, all board members present voted aye on a roll call vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) The motion passed unanimously.

XI. RECEIPT of PLANCON Part D, E, F for SPRING CREEK ELEMENTARY PROJECT
A motion to approve the receipt of PDE approved PlanCon Part D, E and F for Spring Creek Elementary Project and recorded in board meeting minutes as required. Ms. Fishbaine moved and Mr. Leous seconded to approve the motion. There was no discussion. With the motion moved and seconded above, all board members present voted aye on a roll call vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) The motion passed unanimously.

XII. RECEIPT of PLANCON Part D, E, F for RADIO PARK ELEMENTARY PROJECT
A motion to approve the receipt of PDE approved PlanCon Part D, E and F for Radio Park Elementary Project and recorded in board meeting minutes as required. Ms. Fishbaine moved and Mr. Leous seconded to approve the motion. There was no discussion. With the motion moved and seconded above, all board members present voted aye on a roll call vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) The motion passed unanimously.

XIII. ADDENDUM for RESIDENTIAL RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT, DECISIONINSITE
A motion to approve the addendum for Residential Research Development Contract, DecisionInsite as presented. Ms. Fishbaine moved and Mr. Leous seconded to approve the motion. Board member noted a contract was on an earlier meeting agenda, and this is a supplement to what we already had. This piece is needed (from planning offices) to compare data with last year. With the motion moved and seconded above, all board members present voted aye on a roll call vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) The motion passed unanimously.

XIV. APPROVE FFE PURCHASES for PHASE 1 of the HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT
A motion to approve the furniture, fixtures, and equipment purchases for Phase 1 of the High School Project as presented. Ms. Fishbaine moved and Dr. Duffy seconded to approve the motion. There was no discussion. With the motion moved and seconded above, all board members present voted aye on a roll call vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) The motion passed unanimously.

XV. APPROVE HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT CHANGE ORDERS and PLANCON PART I
A motion to approve High School Project Change Orders presented below and PlanCon
Part I for Change Orders PC#18 and MC#20 as presented:
General Contractor CO #97, in the amount of $1,822.32
General Contractor CO #98, in the amount of $5,453.64
Plumbing Contractor CO #18, in the amount of $37,118.00
Mechanical Contractor CO #20, in the amount of $22,752.00
Mechanical Contractor CO #21, in the amount of $16,457.00
Mechanical Contractor CO #22, in the amount of $2,764.00
Mechanical Contractor CO #23, in the amount of $1,588.00
Mechanical Contractor CO #24, in the amount of $1,511.00
Electrical Contractor CO #67, in the amount of $9,009.00
Electrical Contractor CO #68, in the amount of $261.00
Electrical Contractor CO #69, in the amount of $4,550.00
Electrical Contractor CO #70, in the amount of $952.00
Electrical Contractor CO #71, in the amount of $1,302.00
Electrical Contractor CO #72, in the amount of $350.00
Ms. Fishbaine moved and Mr. Leous seconded to approve the motion. There was no discussion. With the motion moved and seconded above, all board members present voted aye on a roll call vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) The motion passed unanimously.

XVI. DISTRICT GOAL CATEGORY: FACILITIES and GROUNDS
High School Project Update
Mr. Jones noted they are quickly approaching move in. With a powerpoint presentation he reviewed the paved bike path/walkway along Westerly Parkway that will remain asphalt, explained it is 10-feet wide, and aligns with the existing bike path. There will be a six-foot high wrought iron fence on the school side of the path, showed E-1 area with main loading dock, back area has been paved, the CTC wing with cases and lockers, classroom with master board, projectorand teacher’s desk, the accent colors on the wall by floor that is helpful for wayfinding, the interior finishes and wall graphics, mechanical work that passed boiler inspections, and the bathroom floor that is down, and sinks and toilets will be going in soon. F1 and F2 are the future cafeteria, the large parking lot was paved Wednesday, and the winter traffic will change tomorrow to be two-way traffic Westerly / Welch. They are 49-days with no reportable accidents, reviewed the schedule, and noted F1 and F2 are 30+ days behind. Mr. Poprik added they are working on the aspect of getting moved into the buildings with school in session right up to the break. He will have 30 physical plant personnel working on any given day willing to do overtime. He explained the move of the fitness center into the existing CTC, the plan with the kitchen area being behind, and reviewed parking situation with every available space.

Board members had questions regarding various areas to which Mr. Poprik responded with the following information: The High School will have all new furniture. Existing furniture will be used in Phase 1 in a temporary fashion and then cascade to other buildings; if another teacher desk is needed in a room, one can be moved in; there is a process that has been set up with constant communication everyday of staff concerns to Mr. Poprik and Mr. Jones; cannot give away or sell public property if someone would like a piece of furniture; and the early dismissal for High School only on December 22 not needing Board approval since it is not a change of a day. They are looking at having early dismissal days noted on the calendar.

Memorial Field Land Development and Locker Room Changes
Mr. Poprik noted they were responding to questions from a month ago on traffic flow, the bottleneck area, showers to be added, and feel they have come up with a good solution with a cost of approximately $60,000. They will talk about these items along with land development and this item will be on the December 4 agenda for action. Mr. Lingenfelter reviewed the entrance, the four ticket booths with the two on the visitors side being mobile, home and visitors have separate entrance and exits, and the concern for the congested area has now opened up with these changes that change the circulations.

Mr. Poprik spoke on the locker rooms and how scenarios have been revised. Mr. Weakland reviewed all possible scenarios and how the configurations work to get the most use out of the facility. Have not redone an estimate and it was noted the item is on the agenda to approve the land development and move to construction document with new estimate coming after that. Some checking may begin with massaro for no surprises.

A question regarding a place for lactating mothers in the facility came up at the Facilities and Grounds Committee meeting and Ms. Childs noted there were overhangs where benches couldbe placed. Benches should have arm rests and could also be useful for the elderly. Discussed this being a family friendly place, the way bathrooms are counted in PA, all gender restrooms, family restroom, handicapped access, changing table, teams with both boys and girls participating, and who and how code decisions are made. This item will be on the agenda next week for action.

XVII. PHYSICAL PLANT STAFFING
Mr. Poprik spoke on the State College High School, the South Building, and what would be housed in the North building with Delta Program. The Fairmount Avenue custodians will be relocated to Delta at the North building. He review the current N/S has 450,000sq.ft and the new High School has 614,000sq.ft. minus Delta. Mr. Poprik noted a substantial increase is required and showed how it was calculated using the state appropriation. He reviewed what would be needed January 2018 and the Summer of 2019. Once they “live” in the building for about a year, some adjusting could be done. The modified job description will be on the agenda next Monday for approval. Discussion occurred and January 2018 is where the focus is tonight, looking at hiring some custodians now, the size of the building is much larger than the current building(s), and the square footage of referendum is different than what we are building today.

Board members took a break from 9:18 to 9:28 p.m. and Ms. Brandt left the
meeting 9:25 p.m.

XVIII. DISTRICT GOAL CATEGORY: STUDENT LEARNING
Proposed 2018-2019 School Calendar
Dr. O’Donnell explained that Dr. Stout was away and Mr. Bock would be reviewing the information on the 2018-2019 Proposed Calendar. The committee did reflect on the 2010 Board Resolution and this calendar is similar to two-years ago. The times will be included for the student last day with early dismissal when it is brought back for further review. He noted that all points of the resolution were looked at and did refer to Thanksgiving week of two days. Mr. Bock noted this was his first experience with the committee and it was a good conversation with the resolution to guide the work. The 2018-2019 calendar has gone back to having snow make-up days included throughout the year and cited the three weeks that have three or fewer days. In the memo, December 21 should be 2018. Discussion occurred with suggestions, questions and requested clarifications. The following is to be reviewed: 1) First day of school on Monday, not Tuesday for a five-day week, 2) Remove the December 21 snow make-up day, 3) the Resolution was written due to Grange Fair and that has changed, 4) Next step - Take this to the Policy Committee, 5) Appreciates records day aligning with end of semester, 6) Look at again and then review the Resolution. August 27 and December 21 could be school days and try to have the last day of school, prior to commencement. The calendar will be brought back in December for a second review.

XIX. DISTRICT GOAL CATEGORY: POLICIES
Revised Policy 130 - Homework
Dr. O’Donnell noted he appreciates both the CCL and Policy Committees working on this with Ms. Pierce and Mr. Bock. Mr. Bock explained the Homework Policy had a couple iterations with the CCL Committee around the extended day and more homework being assigned. The committee that Mr. Bock worked with, two three-hour sessions, developed the purpose around homework. Guidelines were added to keep homework to a minimum and then slightly increase for grades 3 - 5. Grades K-2 there is no homework. Proposed Regulations have guidelines/expectations daily/weekly for the number of minutes. Reading every night is NOT homework. Information for Grades 6-12 will be coming forward in the future. Would like teams and school to have consistency. Discussed adjusting reference to Hattie and Cooper research, the chart on page 3 being made into a three-row outline, and a statement on page 4. It was noted that individual situations and/or cases would call for flexibility.

Student Representative Adam Schram left the meeting at 10:00 p.m.

New Policy 142 - Physical Activity and Recess
Ms. Pierce proposed the new policy and noted it has been reviewed by the Policy Development Committee and reflects a study done by American Pediatric Assoc. She reviewed general information regarding students, general guidelines and Administrative Regulations for more detail. Number 5 needs worked on to refine revisions and recess should not be scheduled just prior to dismissal. Discussed recess being 25-30 minutes and kept at 30 minutes for the guideline. Dr. O’Donnell added that 30-minutes is tied into the contract language. Mr. Bock noted the current practices and many have an extra little break built in in K-2. Board member offered a slight change in wording for page 2 of the Guideline, 4C. This policy will be brought back for approval January 8, 2018 meeting.

XX. DISTRICT GOAL CATEGORY: FISCAL STEWARDSHIP
2018-2019 Budget Development
Mr. Brown provided a brief update at the Finance and Audit Committee meeting and the proposed budget calendar, that is a plan for the year when things are coming up. He explained he broke out some budget areas and noted the schedule was on the back of the memo provided tonight. Athletics and extracurriculars missed the list and will be added. He would need this year's data to be able to do and both of these go together. They will not be done until next year. The Act 1 Index is 2.4%. We will look at the opt out resolution, he will give the Board what they are used to, but will not do forms.

XXI. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS
--Culture, Climate and Learning Committee - Mr. Hutchinson reported what they talked about was reviewed tonight and secondary homework and grading will be on a future agenda.
--Facilities and Grounds Committee - Ms. Fishbaine reported they went over everything that was shown tonight on Memorial Field.
--Finance and Audit Committee - They reviewed the Audit report and the budget.
--Upcoming Committee Meetings:
- Facilities and Grounds Committee Meeting - December 6, 2017, 11:30 a.m.

XXII. REPORTS
--Central Intermediate Unit (CIU) Report - Dr. Duffy noted they met last Tuesday, received news about funding special education program and received flat funding. He spoke on how they would work around this, went beyond capacity and were compensated. He explained the transitions and early interventions.
--National School Boards Association (NSBA) Report/PA School Boards Association (PSBA)/ Legislative - Mr. Hutchinson reported he would be at PSBA for 3 days this week to help facilitate the Commonwealth Education Blueprint initiative, which hopes to establish a vision for public education in Pennsylvania; legislation requiring instruction on personal finances is currently in both the House and Senate Education committees, and we don't yet know what the final form will be; and SB 723 would requires schools to provide a unit of study on civics. Students would be required to take the same 100-question civics test that is required for new U.S. Citizens. PSBA is neutral on the legislation, since as amended, this test would not be a graduation requirement.
--Centre Region Council of Governments (COG) Liaison Report - No report, Ms. Brandt had left.
--Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Liaison Reports
Athletics - No Report
Facilities - Will meet next week
Finance - No meeting
Safety - Will meet next week
Technology - Have not met

XXIII. FUTURE AGENDA PLANNING
Ms. Concepcion noted the Board Reorganization meeting would be next week, Memorial Field options are on the meeting agenda for approval, and there will be a student day update. If any board member had something for future agendas, he/she could let Ms. Concepcion know.

XXIV. ADJOURNMENT
Ms. Fishbaine moved and Dr. Duffy seconded to adjourn the meeting. All board members present voted aye with a voice vote. (Mr. Fozard was absent.) Ms. Concepcion adjourned the State College Area School District Board of School Directors regular meeting at 10:38 p.m. to an executive session.

Submitted by,

Mary Jenn Dorman
Board Secretary

Board of Directors

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