I.	CALL TO ORDER

II.	FLAG SALUTE

III.	OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT STATEMENT
The New Jersey Open Public Meetings Law was enacted to ensure the right of the public to have advanced notice of, and to attend the meetings of public bodies, at which any business affecting their interest is discussed or acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of the Act, the Board of Education has caused notice of this meeting to be published by having the date, time, and place, thereof, posted at the Augusta, Branchville, and Sussex Post Offices, and notice sent to the New Jersey Herald, the Sunday Herald and the Clerk of the Boroughs of Branchville and Sussex and the townships of Frankford, Lafayette, and Wantage.

IV.	MISSION STATEMENT
HIGH POINT REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH STAFF, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY, IS DEDICATED TO THE QUEST FOR INDIVIDUAL EXCELLENCE.   BY FOSTERING HIGH STANDARDS OF ACHIEVEMENT, WE PREPARE STUDENTS TO BECOME RESPONSIBLE AND PRODUCTIVE MEMBERS OF A DIVERSE SOCIETY.

V.	ROLL CALL

⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			
⎸ Scott Ripley, Ed.D.	⎸ James Minkewicz		# of Public ___	Quorum  Yes  No	

VI. 	EXECUTIVE SESSION
A motion will be made that the High Point Regional High School Board of Education enter Executive Session to provide an update on legal, personnel & negotiations items which are exempt from public participation pursuant to New Jersey Public Law 1975, Chapter 231, Open Public Meetings Act.  Any discussions held by the Board which need not remain confidential will be made public when appropriate.  Minutes of the Executive Session will not be disclosed until the need for confidentiality no longer exists.  The Board will reconvene in public session, in person and virtually, at the conclusion of the Executive Session.  It is not anticipated that any action will be taken.

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
All in favor ___________________________  Time:  _____________ pm

VII.	MOTION TO RETURN TO PUBLIC SESSION

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________

All in favor ___________________________  Time:  _____________ pm

VIII.	UNFINISHED BUSINESS

 IX.	APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Regular Meeting Minutes -			December 19, 2023
Executive Session Minutes -			December 19, 2023
Reorganization Meeting Minutes-		January 2, 2024

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

X.	PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY (Name and Address)
	In accordance with the Open Public Meeting Act,we will open the public comments (for agenda items only) at this time.  Each speaker should state his/her name and address.  You will have three (3) minutes to address the Board, which will be timed by the Board President or designee.  We will limit this section to no longer than 45 minutes.  Please be respectful and mindful that your comments are being recorded.

XI.	MOTION TO CLOSE PUBLIC COMMENTS

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________

All in favor ___________________________  Time:  _____________ pm
	
XII.	PRESENTATIONS

	Dr. Ripley will read the following Resolution in recognition of School Board 		Recognition 	Month:

	WHEREAS,  The New Jersey School Boards Association has declared January 			2024 to be School Board Recognition Month, a time when all residents can 			acknowledge the contributions made by our local school board members; and
	WHEREAS,   The High Point Regional High School Board of Education is one of 			581 local school boards in New Jersey, which sets policies and oversees 				operations for public school districts; and 
	WHEREAS, The High Point Regional High School Board of Education embraces 			the goal of high-quality education for all New Jersey public school students; 			and 
	WHEREAS,  New Jersey’s local school boards help determine the educational 			goals for approximately 1.4 million children in pre-kindergarten through 12th 			grade; and
 	WHEREAS,   New Jersey’s 5,000 local school board members, who receive no 			remuneration for their services, act as advocates for public school students as 			they work with administrators, teachers and parents for the betterment of 			public education; and
 	WHEREAS,  School boards strive to provide the resources necessary to meet the 			needs 	of all students, including those with special needs; and
 	WHEREAS,  Boards of education provide accountability to the public; they 			communicate the needs of the school district to the public; and they convey to 			school administrators the public’s expectations for the schools; and
	WHEREAS,  New Jersey can take pride in its schools, which rank among the 			nation’s best in key achievement indicators such as the National Assessment of 			Educational Progress scores, and the preparation for college through advanced 			placement offerings and SAT assessments; Now, therefore, be it
 	RESOLVED, That the High Point Regional High School Board of Education, does 			hereby recognize the services of local school board members throughout New 			Jersey as we join communities statewide in observing January 2024 as SCHOOL 			BOARD RECOGNITION MONTH; and be it further
	RESOLVED, That the High Point Regional High School Board of Education urges 	all 		New Jersey citizens to work with their local boards of education and public 			school staffs toward the advancement of our children’s education. 

	STUDENT COUNCIL
	Emma Whitesell, Speaker of the House, will give an update on the activities of 		the Student Council.
	
	HPEA
	Ms. Carla Mancuso, HPEA President, will update the Board of Education on 		HPEA items.

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT/ATHLETICS
	Mr. Jonathan Tallamy will update the Board on items pertaining to the High 		School and Athletics.

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
	Mr. Seamus Campbell will present to the Board matters related to curriculum and instruction.  

XIII.	OTHER BUSINESS

XIV.	ACTION ITEMS

	A.	CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION AND TECHNOLOGY	
	
1.	The Faculty Attendance rate for December is 92.8%.  (Attachment 		A-1) 

2.	The Student Attendance rate for December is 92.2%.  (Attachment 	A-2)
 
3.	The Suspension Report for December is attached.  (Attachment 		A-3) 

4.	It is recommended by the Superintendent that the Board of 			Education approves the  Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying 		Report  for the period December 20, 2023 through January 23, 		2024.  	(Attachment A-4).

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote

⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

5.	It is recommended by the Superintendent that the Board of 		Education approves the Field Trips listed on the attached roster.  (Attachment A-5)

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

6.	It is recommended by the Superintendent that the Board of 			Education approves the Professional Development activities as 		listed on the attached roster.  (Attachment A-6)

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

7.	It is recommended by the Superintendent that the Board of 		Education approves the revised 2023/2024 School Calendar showing emergency closings on January 16 and January 19, and a half day schedule on May 16, 2024 for the Junior Prom.  (Attachment A-7)
		
			(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

B.	PERSONNEL

1.	It is recommended by the Superintendent that the Board of Education approves the following individuals as Substitutes for the 2023/2024 school year, pending receipt of all required paperwork:

			Dennis Mudrick		Teacher
			Eugene Taylor		Teacher
			Mackenna Percey		Teacher
			
			(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

2.	It is recommended by the Superintendent that the Board of Education approves Rosemary Gebhardt as a long term substitute teacher of Special Education, at the prorated amount of $64,679, BA Step 1 on the teacher salary guide, effective January 26, 2024 to on or about April 26, 2024, or until the permanent employee is released back to work.
				
(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

3.	It is recommended by the Superintendent that the Board of	Education approves the following individuals to teach a Portfolio Class as an intervention to assist with graduation requirements. Instruction will occur during the school day as needed, beginning January 29, 2024 for the remainder of the 23/24 school year. Compensation shall be prorated and based upon the contractual sixth-period rate of 18% of BA Step 5, or $65.91 per class.  This measure will be funded through Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) and The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) grants and as such, timesheets must be submitted for payment.
	
				Timothy Aldrich	Lisa Turner
				Jill Van Orden	Ann Yaccarino

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

C.	EXTRA-CURRICULAR

1.	It is recommended by the Superintendent that the Board of 			Education approves Samantha McClurg as an Assistant Track 		Coach	for the 2023/2024 school year, at the Step 4 amount on the 		extracurricular salary guide of $5,878. 

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

2.	It is recommended by the Superintendent that the Board of			Education approves Brooke Martin as an Esports Advisor for the 		2023/2024 school year, at the amount of $3,173.
	
			(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

3.	It is recommended by the Superintendent that the Board of 			Education approves Victoria Galinski as a volunteer fencing coach, 	pending background check.

			(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

D.	POLICY

	E.	NEGOTIATIONS

F.	BUILDINGS & GROUNDS

G.	FINANCE

1.	It is recommended that the Board of Education accepts the Report 	of the Board Secretary/Business Administrator for the month of 
December, 2023.  (Attachment G-1)

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

2.	It is recommended that the Board of Education accepts the Report 	of the Treasurer for the month of December, 2023.  (Attachment G-2) 

We hereby certify, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 and 4, that as of the date of the Board Secretary’s Monthly Financial Reports, no budgetary line item account has encumbrances and expenditures which in total exceed the line item appropriation in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23-16.10 (a).

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

3.	It is recommended that the Board of Education approves the Report of Transfers and the Minimum Expense Transfer Report for the month of December, 2023. (Attachment G-3a &b) 

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

4.	It is recommended that the Board of Education approves for payment the attached 	schedule of audited bills, dated January 23, 2024 (Attachment G-4)

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

5.	It is recommended that the Board of Education accepts the  Adult Education, Agency Account, Athletic Account, Cafeteria Account, Principal’s Petty Cash Account, Scholarship Account, School Store and Student Activities reconciliations for the month of December, 2023.  (Attachment G-5) 

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

6.	It is recommended that the Board approves the items listed below as surplus property to be sold through GovDeals:
 
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board approves the following resolution authorizing the sale of Surplus Property on GovDeals:
 
The High Point Regional High School Board of Education
IN THE TOWNSHIP OF SUSSEX, NJ, COUNTY OF SUSSEX
Authorizing Disposal of Surplus Property
 
WHEREAS, the High Point Regional High School Board of Education is the owner of certain surplus property which is no longer needed for public use; and
 
WHEREAS, the Commissioners are desirous of selling said surplus property in an “as is” condition without expressed or implied warranties. 	

NOW THEREFORE, be it RESOLVED by the High Point Regional High School Board of Education:
  
The sale of the surplus property shall be conducted through GovDeals pursuant to State Contract A-83453/T2581 in accordance with the terms and conditions of the State Contract.  The terms and conditions of the agreement entered into with GovDeals is available online at govdeals.com and also available from High Point Regional High School Board of Education.

1.   	The sale will be conducted online and the address of the auction site is govdeals.com.
2.     	The sale is being conducted pursuant to Local Finance Notice 2008-9.
3.     	The surplus property to be sold:

Item	Serial #	Manufacturer	Description/Working Condition	
Replicator 2x (3D Printer)	R10100692	Makerbot	Not working	
Replicator 2x (3D Printer)	R10100671	Makerbot	Not working
	
Ceramic Kiln	5.8.01/Model 2329ADLT	Evenheat	Cost of repairs exceeds replacement cost	

The surplus property as identified shall be sold in an “as-is” condition without expressed or implied warranties with the successful bidder required to execute a Hold Harmless and Indemnification Agreement concerning use of said surplus property. High Point Regional High School Board of Education reserves the right to accept or reject any bid submitted.  If not sold, items will be disposed of.

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

7.	It is recommended that the Board of Education acknowledges and gratefully accepts a donation of five (5) Jet Electric Guitars, with a total value of $1,050, to our music department, from Mr. Gerard Caiafa.
(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

8.	It is recommended that the Board acknowledges and gratefully accepts a donation from Mr. Chad Kowal, in the amount of $500, for the Bradford Donadio Scholarship Fund.

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

9.	It is recommended that the Board acknowledges and gratefully accepts a donation from Mr. Charles Kier, in the amount of $400, for the Mike Struble Perseverance Scholarship Fund.

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

10.	It is recommended that the Board approves and authorizes the execution of the following tuition contracts between High Point Regional High School (sending) and the following districts and related information:

DISTRICT/INSTITUTION	STUDENT	TIME FRAME	TUITION COST	
Cherry Hill Public Schools	Id # 2500520
State Id # 3152917420	2023-2024 School Year 9/5/2023-6/14/2024	Tuition $18,340.14	

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			
		             	
	H.	TRANSPORTATION

1.	It is recommended that the Board, upon recommendation of the Superintendent, approves and authorizes the execution of the following Joint Transportation Agreement for the 2023 – 2024 School Year:

Host – High Point Regional High School  
Joiner – Frankford Township School District	  		    	    Total Joiner Cost - $417.00
Route #	Destination	Start Date	End Date	Basis of the Agreement Per Bus	Per Bus Cost	
FT-236	Mt. Olive HS	1/12/24	1/12/24	One 54 pass bus shared for Concert Band on 1/12/24	$417.00	

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

2.	It is recommended that the Board, upon recommendation of the Superintendent, approves and authorizes the execution of the following Quoted Contract for an athletic trip for the 2023 – 2024 School Year:

Stocker Bus Company
Q-33	
Athletic Trip   
ID #	Destination	Depart/ Return	Basis of the Bid Per Bus	Cost Per Bus	Basis of Adj	+/- Adj/Hr	
Q-33	North Warren HS	2:45 pm/ 6:00 pm	One 54 pass school bus for High Point's FR Boys Basketball on 1/3/24	$400.00/ 1st 4 hrs	Per Hour	$76.00	

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

3.	It is recommended that the Board, upon recommendation of the Superintendent, approves and authorizes the execution of the following Quoted Contract for an athletic trip for the 2023 – 2024 School Year:

Stocker Bus Company
Q-34	
Curricular Trip   
ID #	Destination	Depart/ Return	Basis of the Bid Per Bus	Cost Per Bus	Basis of Adj	+/- Adj/Hr	
Q-34	Bernards HS, Bernardsville	6:35 pm/ 3:15 pm	One 24 or 54 pass school bus for HP's EDT, PET 2 & TSA groups on 2/28/24	$810.00	Per  Hour	$76.00	

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________
DISCUSSION
Roll Call Vote
⎸ Joseph Conforth	⎸Wayne Dunn	⎸ Jill Ireland	⎸ Allison Orsi	⎸Tina Palecek	
⎸Elisabeth Schuman	⎸ Gayle Tidona	⎸ Nancie Wise			

I.	LEGAL

XV.	CORRESPONDENCE

XVI.	MISCELLANEOUS

●	SCHOOL BOARD MANDATED TRAINING
Please contact the Board Office if you need to be scheduled.

XVII.	PUBLIC COMMENTS (Name and Address)

XVIII.	MOTION TO CLOSE PUBLIC COMMENTS

(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________

All in favor ___________________________  Time:  _____________ pm

XIX.	NON COMMITTEE BOARD MEMBER REPORTS/COMMENTS

XX.	OTHER BUSINESS

1.	For the purpose of public disclosure and in accordance with the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) the High Point Regional High School Board Office has received and responded to the following OPRA requests over the past month. [The Board will continue to provide this information on a monthly basis]:

Date 
Received	Date
Responded	
From	
Request	Total Time Required	Legal 
Fees	Total Dist Cost Est	
1/17/24	1/18/24	SmartProcure	List of POs from 7/1/23 to current	15 minutes	00.00	$16.17	
		
XXI.	ADJOURNMENT
(ACTION) Motion by ____________, seconded by ______________

All in favor ___________________________  Time:  _____________ pm

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