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RAMSEY BOARD OF EDUCATION RAMSEY, NEW JERSEY

September 24, 2018

Time: 7:30 p.m. Place: Ramsey High School - Media Center

266 East Main Street, Ramsey, NJ 07446

Agenda 1. Statement

2. Salute to the Flag

3. Roll Call

4. Minutes - Special and Executive Meetings - August 28, 2018

5. Communications

6. Board Secretary Report

7. Student Congress Report

8. Superintendent’s Report

9. Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment Report - Testing Report

10. Public Comments (as per Policy #0167)

11. Board Member Comments

12. Committee Reports

13. Motions

A. ADMINISTRATION – Motions – 1R, 2R, 3R, 4R, 5R, 6R, 7R B. PERSONNEL – Motions – 1, 2R, 3R, 4R, 5R, 6R, 7R, 8R, 9R, 10R, 11R,

12R, 13R, 14R, 15R, 16R, 17 C. FINANCE (B&G / Cafeteria) – Motions – 1R, 2R, 3R, 4R, 5R, 6R, 7R, 8R, 9R,

10R, 11R, 12R D. COMMUNITY OUTREACH – Motions - 1R, 2R E. ADVOCACY – Motions – none F. POLICY – Motions – none G. CURRICULUM (Tech / Student Activities) – Motions – 1R, 2R, 3R, 4R, 5R H. NEGOTIATIONS - Motions - none

14. New & Unfinished Business

15. Public Comments (as per Policy #0167)

16. Board Member Comments

17. Adjournment

CLOSED SESSION *To be voted on separately

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Adm. 9-1-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted:

RESOLVED: That the Board has received confidential information regarding enrollment, suspensions and investigations of Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB) that have occurred since the last Board meeting.

Roll Call:

Adm. 9-2-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the

Superintendent of Schools, approve the Statement of Assurance regarding the use of Paraprofessional Staff for the 2018-2019 School Year.

Roll Call:

Adm. 9-3-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following

Resolution be adopted: RESOLVED: That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the District’s 2018-2019 Ramsey Public Schools Nursing Service Plan. Roll Call:

Adm. 9-4-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education hereby designates the first week of

October 1 - 5, 2018 as the Week of Respect, and the third week of October 15 - 19, 2018 as School Violence Awareness Week in the Ramsey Public Schools as required in N.J.S.A. 18A:36-5.1.1.

Roll Call:

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Adm. 9-5-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted:

RESOLVED: That the Board of Education approve the Board and District Goals 2017-2020 for the 2018 - 2019 School Year as listed below:

Board Goals 2018-2019

1. Earn New Jersey School Board Certification 2. The Board and administration will develop a plan and process for a bond referendum

that addresses facility needs and positively positions the district for future generations of students. This referendum process will be communicated strategically and effectively by the Board and administration.

3. Create a Comprehensive Communication Program which will: a. Provide timely committee reporting that will be distributed to all Board of

Education members b. Create a Board of Education communication method that provides consistent,

sustainable information to all Ramsey School District stakeholders District Goals 2018-2019

1. Developing a Ramsey Graduate - Work to intentionally promote the competencies outlined in the Profile of a Ramsey Graduate

2. Teaching for Understanding - Align curriculum, instruction, and assessment focused on understanding as the main goal of all instruction

3. Achieving Excellence through Equity - Increase opportunities for all students to achieve at high levels

4. Enhancing the Student Experience - Increase student wellness with a focus on the student experience

Roll Call:

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Adm. 9-6-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education approve Petroff & Rims Associates to

provide professional development focusing on “Reaching All Students through Teaching Practices Project” for the 2018-2019 school year. Dr. Petroff and other teaching staff from TCNJ will conduct training that is aligned and supports our District Goals.

Roll Call:

Adm. 9-7-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education approve a research study on coopertition

teaching strategies, conducted by Dr. Sandra Abrams, Assistant Professor, Department of Curriculum and Instruction at St. John’s University. The study will occur during the 2018-2019 school year in Mr. Vottero’s mathematics class at the High School, under the supervision of Mr. Santulli, Mathematics Supervisor.

Roll Call:

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Per. 9-1 MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted:

RESOLVED: That the following resignations be accepted by the Ramsey Board of Education.

Name Position School Effective Date

Kyle Gorman Girls Head Swim Coach - Winter RHS 9/1/18

Bob Vottero Fishing Club Advisor RHS 9/1/18

Michelle Reinstra Special Education Aide Dater 9/25/18

Roll Call:

Per. 9-2-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted:

RESOLVED: That the motion appointing Jim Manzo as Co-Advisor of the Ramsey High School Fishing Club be modified (Per. 6-51, 6/16/18 meeting). That Jim Manzo be appointed as the Advisor of the RHS Fishing Club at a stipend of $804.00. Roll Call:


RESOLVED: Based on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that Margaret Cosgrove be approved to conduct tutoring as part of the Supplemental Language Assistance Program as outlined in the District’s Title III-Immigrant Program, at an hourly rate of $68.86 beginning July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019. Roll Call:

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RESOLVED: Based on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the following teachers be appointed for the 2018-2019 school year. *Employment to be provisional based on the outcome of the Criminal History Review as outlined below.

Name Position School Dates Salary

Stephanie Duran-Pinzas

Teacher of Spanish & ELL

RHS 9/25/18 - 6/30/19 $61,605 prorated

Roll Call:


RESOLVED: Based on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the following Teacher Aides and Special Education Aides be appointed for the 2018-2019 school year. *Employment to be provisional based on the outcome of the Criminal History Review as outlined below.


Valentina Castaldo Special Education Aide (1 on 1) for Aftercare

Tisdale 9/1/18-6/30/19 $22.35/hour

Roll Call:

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RESOLVED: Based on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the following Cafeteria/Playground Aides be appointed for the 2018-2019 school year. *Employment to be provisional based on the outcome of the Criminal History Review as outlined below.


Marie Schiazza Cafeteria/Playground Assistant

Tisdale 9/1/18-6/30/19 $20.75/hour

Christine Zeni Cafeteria/Playground Assistant (60%)

Tisdale 9/1/18-6/30/19 $20.75/hour

Roll Call:

Per. 9-7-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLVED: Based on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the

Board of Education approve the following change in teacher salary beginning September 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019 due to a percentage change in his teaching schedule. Daniel DeMartino 116.67% $95,678

Roll Call:

Per. 9-8-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLVED: That the Board of Education approve the following teacher’s guide movement

due to completion of graduate credits for the 2018-2019 school year beginning September 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019 as follows:

Name School From To Salary Lisa Stokes RHS MA+30 MA+45 $ 77,825

Roll Call:

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Per. 9-9-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLVED: Based on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that Christina

Mains, Instructional Coach - Math at Dater School, be granted a leave of absence under the District’s Family and Medical Leave Act Policy, 3431.1 beginning January 7, 2019 through April 22, 2019, returning on April 23, 2019.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the above leave dates may be administratively adjusted as appropriate, if necessary, in the event that the requested return to work date is changed or other relevant changes are requested to the above leave dates.

Roll Call:


RESOLVED: Based on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the following Bus Driver/Courier for the Ramsey School District be employed for a 180 day probationary period beginning September 1, 2018 through February 27, 2019.

Name Position Rate

Vianelys Garcia Part Time 10 month Bus Driver/Courier $23.25 per hour

Roll Call:


RESOLVED: Based on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the following Custodians be transferred as listed below with no change in salary.

Name Position From To Effective Date

Walter Cichewicz Custodian High School Hubbard 9/1/18 - 6/30/19

Wannapa Nilmeesapaya Custodian Hubbard High School 9/1/18 - 6/30/19

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Per. 9-12-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted: That the following teachers be approved to administer the district ELL outreach programs as part of the approved Title III program beginning September 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019 at the salaries listed below: Name Position Rate Amanda Borzilleri Teacher $43.19/hour Emma Rosenblum Teacher $41.18/hour Margaret Cosgrove Teacher $68.86/hour Maria Downey Teacher $77.16/hour Erica Romitelli Teacher $42.56/hour Iva Rinaudo Aide $22.35/hour Roll Call:

Per. 9-13-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted: That the following teachers be approved to teach Math Academic Support in the morning at Dater School as part of the approved Title IA program from October 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019 at the salaries listed below: Name Position Rate Roger Quinlan Teacher $77.16/hour Adam Ramsden Teacher $45.84/hour Amanda Napolitano Teacher $58.56/hour Kerry Doherty Teacher $49.30/hour Roll Call:

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Per. 9-14-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted: That the following staff be approved to teach Academic Support in the morning at Smith School as part of the approved Title IA program from October 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019 at the salaries listed below:

Name Activity Hourly Rate

Approximate Date

Josephine Zinhobl Grade 6 English/Language Arts $68.86 Year-long Christine Salerni Grade 7 English/Language Arts $77.16 Year-long Edward Petrella Grade 8 English/Language Arts $55.59 Year-long Courtney Dillon Grade 6 Math $42.56 Year-long Kimberly Calendrillo Grade 7 Math $77.16 Year-long Fran Kahn Grade 8 Math $77.16 Year-long

Roll Call:


RESOLVED: Based on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the following person be approved as Substitute Teacher and Substitute Special Education Aide, as needed, beginning September 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019. *Employment to be provisional based on the outcome of the Criminal History Review as outlined below.

Caryn Altman Brian McNulty Marina Newman Juran Elizabeth Rizzo

Nina Scuderi Cindy Spence Bojana Srbljak

Roll Call:

Per.9-16-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLVED: Based on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,the following

person be approved as Substitute Playground/Cafeteria Assistant, Substitute Greeter and Substitute Clerical as needed, beginning September 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019. *Employment to be provisional based on the outcome of the Criminal History Review as outlined below.

Marie Schiazza - Tisdale Christine Zeni - Tisdale

Roll Call:

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Per. 9-17 MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted:

RESOLVED: That the following resignations for the purpose of retirement, be accepted with regret, by the Ramsey Board of Education.

Name Position School Effective Date

Wanda Busch Guidance Counselor Smith January 1, 2019

Joanne Kakaty Media Specialist RHS February 1, 2019

Susan Kiely Special Education Teacher RHS January 1, 2019

Nancy Teichman World Language - German RHS June 30, 2019

Janet Willcox Office Assistant - 10 mo. Dater January 1, 2019

Roll Call:

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*Subject to the following: 1. The applicant’s successful completion of “Pass the Trash” (NJ P.L. 2018, c.5; N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.6, et. seq.) requirements by the District and State of New Jersey. 2. The applicant’s completion and submission of all required criminal history background check documents, including, but not limited to, Applicant Authorization and Certification form, Authorization and Attestation of Applicant for Emergent School Employment, and all other related and required documents. 3. The Board’s submission to and the approval by the Executive County Superintendent of Schools of the Authorization for Emergent Hiring pending completion of criminal history check. That the employment of the above person(s) may not commence prior to the Board’s receipt of approval by the Executive County Superintendent of Schools of the authorization for Emergent Hiring pending completion of Criminal History Check: and further, such employment shall continue for a period not to exceed three months pending satisfactory completion of the Criminal History Records Check.

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Fin. 9-1-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted:

RESOLVED: That the Schedule of Orders, having been approved by the appropriate committees, be approved and the Secretary be authorized to order the same as follows: General Operating $ 55,184,252.78

Capital Outlay $ 56,464.00 Special Revenue/Trust $ 1,143,242.60 Capital Projects $ -0- Debt Service $ 170,875.00 Total Orders: $ 56,554,834.38 Roll Call:


RESOLVED: That the following total amount for checks in payment of bills, having been approved by the appropriate committees for the period of June 27, 2018 to September 24, 2018 be ordered paid. Check list is on file in the Board Secretary’s office.

Total Payments: June 27, 2018 to June 30, 2018 $ 1,454,428.13 Total Payments: July 1, 2018 to Sept. 24, 2018 $ 8,637.775.41

Roll Call: Fin. 9-3-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted:

RESOLVED: That pursuant to N.J.A.C.6A:23-2-11(c)4, we certify that as of Sept. 24, 2018 after review of the Secretary’s monthly financial report (appropriations section), and upon consultation with the appropriate District officials, to the best of our knowledge, no major account or fund has been overexpended in violation o f N.J.A.C.6A:23-2.11(b), and that sufficient funds are available to meet the District’s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. Roll Call:

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RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education hereby approves transfers among accounts in accordance with laws pertaining thereto and recommended accounting procedures per attached listing. Roll Call:


RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education approve the Report of the Board Secretary and the Secretary’s Cash Report for the months of June, July and August 2018. Roll Call:


RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education approve the following Ramsey Out of District Student Placements for the 2018-2019 School Year.

School ID Placement 1. 910228 Academy 360 Upper 2. 911438 Woods Program 3. 909356 Banyon 4. 911212 Chancellor 5. 909813 Pompton Lakes High School 6. 910229 Community High School 7. 910519 Durand Academy 8. 913875 ECLC 9. 913401 Forum 10. 913843 Forum 11. 911369 Fusion Online Academy 12. 910859 Holmstead School 13. 911069 Holmstead School 14. 910933 Owl House – Park Ridge 15. 910857 Paradigm Therapeutic Day School 16. 910936 Phoenix Center 17. 911525 Sage Day – Mahwah 18. 912990 Sage Day – Mahwah 19. 911569 Sage Day – Mahwah 20. 913929 Sage Day – Mahwah

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21. 911206 Sage Day – Rochelle Park 22. 911940 Sage Day – Rochelle Park 23. 914228 Windsor Bergen Academy 24. 914084 Windsor Bergen Academy 25. 914069 Windsor Bergen Academy 26. 912994 Windsor Prep Paramus 27. 914570 Windsor School - Pompton Lakes NJ 28. 910937 New Beginnings – Fairfield NJ 29. 888210 Bergen Community College - Turning Point 30. 914134 Bergen County Special Services – Bleshman School 31. 909976 Bergen County Special Services – Springboard Program 32. 910848 Rockland County Boces - ½ day 33. 913336 Ramapo High School Transition Program 34. 913421 Ridgewood Hawes School SAIL Program 35. 914065 Ridgewood Hawes School SAIL Program 36. 911023 Valley Program Region III 37. 912214 Valley Program Region III 38. 909333 Valley Program -Summit House - Norwood

Roll Call: Fin. 9-7-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted:

RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education agrees to administer the state-provided Non-Public School Security Aid Initiative and related spending plan for The Academy of St. Paul for the 2018-2019 school-year. The spending plan will include the purchase of new lock-down doors and 3M security coating for windows. The spending plan is in accordance with the New Jersey Department of Education Guidelines for this Non-Public Security Aid Initiative. The amount of funds expended will not exceed $16,875. Roll Call:

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Fin. 9-8-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education agrees to administer the state-provided Non-Public School Technology Initiative funds and related spending plan for The Academy of St. Paul for the 2018-19 school-year. The spending plan includes upgrades and equipment for a new computer lab for student use. The spending plan is in accordance with the New Jersey Department of Education Guidelines for the Non-Public Technology Initiative. The amount of funds expended will not exceed $6,480. Roll Call:


Whereas, the Department of Education requires New Jersey School Districts to submit three-year maintenance plans documenting “required” maintenance activities for each of its public school facilities, and

Whereas, the required maintenance activities as listed in the attached document for the various school facilities of the Ramsey School District are consistent with these requirements, and

Whereas, all past and planned activities are reasonable to keep school facilities open and safe for use or in their original condition and to keep their system warranties valid,

Now Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Ramsey School District hereby authorizes the school business administrator to submit the Comprehensive Maintenance Plan, dated October 2018, for The Ramsey School District in compliance with Department of Education requirements. Roll Call:

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RESOLVED: To approve a lease between St. John’s Memorial Episcopal Church and the Ramsey Board of Education for the use of parking spaces in the St. John’s Main Street parking lot for the period September 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019. Roll Call:


RESOLVED: To approve the following staff/administration travel requirements (Room rate accommodations, occupancy taxes and fees presently unknown associated therein and other costs on trips. Meals for overnight trips will be reimbursed in accordance with policy and law): Who: Kenneth Veit What: Learning & the Brain Conference: Reaching for Greatness, Using Brain Science to Unleash Potential, Passion, and Creative Talents in Students Where: Boston, MA Dates: Nov. 16 - 18, 2018 Costs: $549.00 Roll Call:

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RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE BOROUGH OF RAMSEY IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH A PROPOSED SCHOOL FACILITIES PROJECT

WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the Borough of Ramsey in the County of Bergen, New Jersey (the “Board”), seeks to submit school facilities projects to the voters consisting of expansion, renovation, upgrade and site improvements at various schools (collectively, the “Project”); and

WHEREAS, the School District will seek Debt Service Aid with respect to the Project; and

WHEREAS, the Board now seeks to take the initial steps in order to proceed with the planning and authorization of (i) the Project and (ii) a special election at which a bond referendum authorizing the Project shall be presented to the voters.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE BOROUGH OF RAMSEY IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, as follows:

Section 1. In accordance with the requirements of Section 6A:26-5.1 through 6A:26-5.3 of the New Jersey Administrative Code, the Board, nunc pro tunc, approves the preparation of Schematic Plans and Educational Specifications by Solutions Architecture Corp (the “Architect”) in connection with the Project and Board further authorizes and directs the Architect to submit same to the New Jersey Department of Education and to the Bergen County Superintendent of Schools for review and approval. The Board further authorizes and directs the submission of the Schematic Plans to the Ramsey Borough Planning Board for its review, to the extent required.

Section 2. In accordance with the requirements of Section 6A:26-2.3 of the New Jersey Administrative Code, the Board approves an amendment to the Long Range Facilities Plan, as necessary, to reflect the Project and approves the submission of such amendment to the New Jersey Department of Education.

Section 3. In accordance with the requirements of Section 6A:26-3.2 of the New Jersey Administrative Code, the Board approves the Project applications, the Architect is hereby directed to submit such application to the New Jersey Department of Education seeking debt service aid for the Project.

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Section 4. With respect to the Project, the Board authorizes and directs the Board President, the Superintendent, the and the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, as applicable, to execute the schematic plans and educational specifications, the amendment to the Long Range Facilities Plan, the Project cost estimate sheets and all related project documents allowing submission of same to the New Jersey Department of Education.

Section 5. The Board hereby authorizes and directs the Board President, the Superintendent, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, the Architect and Bond Counsel, Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., as applicable, to take all action required to preserve the opportunity to present the Project to the voters via a bond referendum at a Special School District Election to be held on December 11 , 2018.

Section 6. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

Roll Call:

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C.O. 9-1-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted:

RESOLVED: To accept with appreciation the donation of a 2012 Club Car Precedent Golf Cart , with an estimated retail value of $4,475.00, from Dale Creamer and The Ramsey HS Athletic Association which will be used by the Athletic Department/Trainer to oversee the health and safety of student athletes in a more timely fashion. Roll Call:

C.O. 9-2-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted:

RESOLVED: That the Board of Education accepts with appreciation the generous donation of $6,500 from the Tisdale School PTO. Said funds will be deposited in account #11-000-240-610-03-000-24-03 and will be used to purchase the replacement of a school sign. Roll Call:

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Curr. 9-1-R MOTION, made by , seconded by , that the following Resolution be adopted:

RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education approve the Ramsey High School Cheerleading Teams overnight field trip to Atlantic City on Friday, February 1, 2019 to Sunday, February 3, 2019 for the National Competition - Battle at the Boardwalk. No Board of Education monies will be used to finance this trip. Roll Call:


RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education approve the Ramsey High School Boys Lacrosse Teams overnight trip to Florida leaving after school on Thursday, March 14, 2019 through Monday, March 18, 2019 for Disney Spring Training. Approximately 45 students and 5 chaperones will attend. No Board of Education monies will be used to finance this trip. Roll Call:


RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education approve the Ramsey High School Softball Teams fundraising event, Beefsteak Dinner, to be held on November 17, 2018 at Adorno Fathers. Roll Call:


RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education approve the Ramsey High School Softball Teams fundraising event, Poker Night, to be held on January 12, 2019 at the Knights of Columbus. Roll Call:

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RESOLVED: That the Ramsey Board of Education approve the following Ramsey High School first year clubs for the 2018-2019 school year: Hip Hop Lit Riddle Club Russian Club Model UN Club Patriots Club Film Club Roll Call:

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