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Hampton Township School District 4591 School Drive Allison Park, PA 15101

Monday, February 6, 2017 A.W. Beattie Career Center -7:00 p.m.

Board Work Session Meeting

WORK SESSION

The Board of Directors of the Hampton Township School District welcomes comments from visitors, who are invited to address the Board at the beginning of the meeting. Speakers are asked to limit their comments to three to five minutes and if multiple speakers are addressing the same topic, we ask that you limit your collective remarks to 15 to 20 minutes. The Board will not discuss personnel matters in public. The Board holds a regularly scheduled work session for the purpose of examining proposals and recommendations made by the staff, public, legal counsel, consultants, or the Board. This process ensures a thorough review of all items before they are placed on the voting agenda. The public is encouraged to attend the Board Work Session. Thank you.

WORK SESSION AGENDA 1. Student Affairs ....................................................................... Mary Alice Hennessey, Chair 2. Technology ............................................................................................... Greg Stein, Chair 3. Educational Programs ............................................................................ Gail Litwiler, Chair 4. Facilities ............................................................................................. Denise Balason, Chair 5. Personnel .............................................................................................. Pam Lamagna, Chair 6. Finance .................................................................................................... Larry Vasko, Chair 7. Policy/Legislative Affairs ........................................................................ Bob Shages, Chair 8. Transportation ....................................................................................... Cathy Lueers, Chair

Hampton Township School District Work Session

Monday, February 6, 2017

A.W. Beattie Career Center

7:00 p.m.

Revised - Student Affairs

Mary Alice Hennessey, Chairperson

TO: Ms. Balason, Mrs. Hennessey, Mrs. Lamagna, Mrs. Lueers, Mrs. Litwiler, Mr. Stein, Mr. Shages, Mr. Vasko,

Mr. Wesley, Dr. Loughead, Dr. Cunningham, Mr. Kline,

TOPIC PRESENTER(S)

FOR BOARD ACTION:

Field Trip Funding Requests:

o HHS Wind Ensemble – PMEA State Conference, Erie, PA, April 20, 2017

at a cost to the district not to exceed $1025*

Dr. Cunningham

Community Education Pilot Presentation*

o Proposed Courses

o MOU

Dr. Cunningham

Michelle Gephardt

Addendum

Request from Club to be recognized as Civic and Service

Association:

o Wyland PTO*

Dr. Cunningham

OTHER BUSINESS:

Report from Student School Board Representatives Miss Conley

Miss DeMichiei

Student Support Services*

o MAPS Program Pilot

o MOU

Dr. Cunningham

*Attachment

Routing: Teacher/Sponsor Principal Superintendent (11/10)

Field Trip Proposal (overnight and outside of the area trips)

Please submit your proposal to your building principal for overnight and outside of the Pittsburgh area field trips. With your principal’s approval, your proposal will be forwarded to the Superintendent for consideration and final approval. Attached to this form should be a detailed itinerary and information regarding the purpose of the trip, how it supports and/or enriches classroom instruction and how you will follow-up in the classroom. Teacher:

Building:

Course/Club:

Grade(s):

Departure

Time:

Day:

Month:

Year:

Return

Time:

Day:

Month:

Year:

Is this an academic competition? (yes or no) Total Number of School Days Absent: Name of the Activity and Destination: Destination Address: (city and state) Total # of Participants:

# of Boys:

# of Girls;

Name of Teacher Chaperone(s): TRIP FUNDING Registration Fees (what are the fees for--be specific):

Cost per student $ Total Fees $

Type of Transportation: Carrier: Cost per student $ Total transportation $

Meals--Student responsibility

Lodging: Vendor: Cost per student $ Total lodging $

Other costs (describe): Cost per student $ Total other $

TOTAL COST OF THE TRIP PER STUDENT $ TOTAL COST OF THE TRIP $

Student Responsibility $ District Responsibility(Check with your building principal) $ Other fund sources—explain: Teacher/Sponsor Signature:

Date:

Principal’s Signature:

Date:

Superintendent’s Signature:

Date:

HTSD Wind Ensemble - PMEA State Conference

Public Performance is the core curriculum component to the Wind Ensemble Class. Performing at the

PMEA State Conference is a tremendous honor. This performance should motivate, inspire, and

challenge the students to practice more often, rehearse better, and reach for the highest performance

level. This performance opportunity is the ultimate Quad D Summative Assessment of the year. The

students will perform in front of a few hundred music teachers from across the state. This will be a

wonderful opportunity to showcase Hampton Township School District to a state-wide audience. To be

able to attend this Conference, we respectfully request the transportation expenses be covered by the

Academic Competition Fund.

Schedule:

6:00 am – Depart HHS

8:30 am – Arrive Erie Bayfront Convention Center

9:30 am – Warm-up in performance Space

10:15 – Wait to perform

11:05 am – Perform at the PMEA State Conference

12:00 noon – Pack up

12:30 pm – Depart

12:45 pm – Lunch

2:15 pm – Depart

4:30 pm – Arrive at HHS

Community Education Classes Pilot for Spring 2017

Read It Before You Eat It: Understanding Nutrition Facts Labels Learn how to use the nutrition facts label to make informed decisions on how to fuel your body. Discover how to use the nutrition label to compare food products and select products with the best nutritional value. Instructor: Catherine Dorian, RD, LDN 1 session Eating Smart for Mind, Body, and Soul For those with health concerns, the world of fad dieting can sometimes feel fickle, overwhelming, and unsatisfying. Perhaps the solution to healthier eating is merely to simplify: “eat food; not too much; mostly plants.” Based on the tenants of Michael Pollan’s In Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto, this course will seek to reveal tips, recipes, techniques, and strategies to reduce consumption of many of the overly processed and unhealthy foods that have become so prevalent in the American diet, and to replace them with foods that will energize the mind, body, and soul. Instructor: Terrence Hales 3 sessions – 1 lecture/1 fieldtrip/1cooking class Spring Party Appetizers Do these colder temperatures get you ready for a spring party? There are lots of easy appetizers you can make to surprise and delight your guests! Come out for this hands-on demonstration and take home some delicious ideas for spring party planning. Instructor: Betti Dudenas 1 session Civil War: The Battle of Antietam The Battle of Antietam is the bloodiest day in American history. The battle led President Lincoln to release the Emancipation Proclamation and changed our nation forever. You are invited to explore the events leading up to the Battle of Antietam and to analyze the decisions made during this September 1862 campaign. You will participate in four one-hour classes that will analyze the numerous events and will include time to debate and role-play. The class will also offer an optional one-day trip to the battlefield where we will be able to apply what we discussed in the class and expand your understanding of this critical time in American history. Participants who wish to attend the field trip would provide their own transportation; details of the trip will be discussed in class. Instructor: Kevin Green 4 sessions with one optional trip -- March 16th, March 30th, April 6, and April 20th with the trip to Antietam on May 13th or May 20th

Algebra for Adults Algebra is often considered a gatekeeper that can prevent people from realizing career ambitions, even when their goals have nothing to do with mathematics. This course is designed for community members who need help passing a college Algebra class, or preparing to get their GED, or for those parents in the community who wish to understand the subject so as to assist with their children’s success in the course at school. Instructor: Michael Amick 6 sessions -- Thursday evenings 6:00 – 8:00 Get Ready to Garden! Hampton Township Resident and Master Gardener Delia Egan will walk you through the steps to prepare your garden for spring planting. Join like-minded gardeners and get invaluable tips on how to make the spring growing season a success! Instructor: Delia Egan 1 session Patio Container Gardening Hampton Township Resident and Master Gardener Delia Egan is back to provide a hands-on workshop on how to build a container garden for your patio. Welcome spring and provide a beautiful focus point in your outdoor space! Instructor: Delia Egen 1 session Centerpiece Flower Arranging If you are planning to entertain this season, beautiful floral centerpieces can create a warm and inviting look. This hands-on workshop will enable participants to create and take home a special long and low centerpiece that can be replicated with different floral colors. Instructor: Mary Jo Bullington 1 session Beauty in a Vase Come and celebrate the arrival of spring by creating a beautiful multi-colored floral arrangement for yourself or for someone special. Vases and flowers for a 12-18 inch arrangement will be provided. Instructor: Mary Jo Bullington 1 session Resume 101 If you are ready for a new job and want to dust off or recreate your resume, this course is for you. Spend some time analyzing strong resumes and find the style and wording that fits your professional objective. Cover letters will also be addressed if time and interest permit. Instructor: Sally Johnson 1 session

Social Media 101 Has Twitter tweaked your interest? Do you wish to reconnect with friends and family on Facebook? Bring your own device and come to this class to learn about Twitter and Facebook, set up your own accounts, and find out how best to protect yourself while online. This one time, 2-hour class is perfect for the “not so tech savvy” who wish to get started. Instructor: Shari Berg 1 session

AGREEMENT

made this 13th day of February, 2017

by and between

The University of Pittsburgh, (MAPS) Maximizing Adolescent Potentials Program, with its principal office located

at 159 Trees Hall, Pittsburgh, PA 15261, hereinafter referred to as "University"

and

Hampton Township School District, with its principal office located at 4591 School Drive, Allison Park, PA

15101, hereinafter referred to as "School District."

WITNESSETH

WHEREAS, School District is desirous of securing assistance for implementation and provision of

prevention and early intervention programs concerning behavioral health issues, and

WHEREAS, University possesses the requisite, skills, knowledge, staff, and abilities to provide such a

program,

NOW THEREFORE, the parties hereto, intending to be legally bound, do mutually agree as follows:

University shall provide the MAPS Program at Hampton Township School District. The program shall include,

but not be limited to: (a) education/support groups; (b) individual/family support; (c) alternative and community-

based activities; and (d) screening/referral services.

1. University shall provide one (1) behavioral health liaison to perform the stated program 3 days per

week.

2. University shall provide a program available to all students in the schools.

3. This agreement shall be effective during the period of February 21, 2017 to June 9, 2017.

4. University shall establish ongoing communication between the administration of University and

School District to assess the program. A written report of the program will be made to the School

District on June l5, 2017.

5. The District agrees to pay $12,510.

The University shall request payment by letter to the School District for the full amount on June 15,

2017.

6. All contacts ·with the University shall be directed to Carl I. Fertman, Ph.D., Executive Director,

MAPS Program, 159 Trees Hall, Pittsburgh, PA 15261 (412) 648-7196.

7. INSURANCE: University shall provide the necessary Workman's Compensation and Employer's

Liability insurance to meet statutory liability limits of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for the

employees of University involved in the MAPS program.

8. LIABILITY: University shall not be responsible or liable for any injuries or losses which may

result from the implementation or use by School District or others of the results from the MAPS

program or research data generated by University.

School District agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless University, its trustees, officers, agents

and employees with respect to any expense, claim, liability, loss, damage, or costs (including attorney's

fees) in connection with or in any way arising out of the use of the data or results from the MAPS

program, except those claims that may arise from University’s publication, disclosure, distribution or other

transmission or use of the data or results.

9. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY: Any information, materials or services furnished by University

pursuant to this Agreement are on an "as is" basis. University makes no warranties of any kind either

express or implied as to any matter, including but not limited to warranty of fitness for a particular

purpose, merchantability, patentability, or that use by School District of the results obtained will be free

from infringement of patents, copyrights, trademarks or other rights of third parties. In no event shall

University be liable to School District for indirect, special, or consequential damages, such as loss of

profits or inability to use the results obtained or any applications and derivations thereof.

10. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS: All reports, studies, information, data statistics, forms,

designs, plans, procedures, systems, computer programs, software, inventions or copyrightable work and

any other materials or properties produced by the University under this Agreement shall be the sole and

exclusive property of the University and the School District agrees to assign all rights therein to the

University. No such materials produced in whole or in part under this Agreement shall be subject to

commercial use, copyright or patent right by the School District in the United States or in any other

country without the express written consent of the University. The School District shall have a

perpetual, paid-up, royalty-free license to use such materials for its own internal, not-for-profit

educational purposes only.

11. PUBLICATIONS: With School District’s consent, which shall not be unreasonably denied, withheld,

delayed, or postponed, University shall have the right to publish, disclose, distribute and otherwise use,

copyright or patent, in whole or in part, any such reports, studies, data, statistics, forms or other materials

or properties produced under this agreement so long as the publication, disclosure, distribution or other

use does not name or identify any individual, family or group who participated in the Program or otherwise

infringe on the privacy rights of any such participant.

12. TERMINATION: Either party may terminate this Agreement prior to the expiration of the

designated term by giving sixty (60) days written notice to the other.

Upon early termination of this Agreement, School District shall pay all costs accrued by University as

of the date of termination including non-cancelable obligations for the term of the Agreement, which

shall include all appointments or research staff incurred prior to the effective date of the termination.

13. PUBLICITY: School District will not use the name of University nor of any member of University

Personnel, in any publicity, advertising, or news release without the prior written approval of

University nor shall University use the name of the School District nor any person affiliated with the

School District in any publication, advertisement, news release or otherwise without the written

approval of the School District and the individual.

14. GOVERNING LAW: This Agreement shall be deemed to be a contract under, and shall be governed

by and construed and enforced in accordance wi th the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

15. MISCELLANEOUS: Nothing contained in this Agreement is to be construed to constitute University

and School District as partners or joint ventures of each other, or to constitute the employees, agents or

representatives of either party as the employees, agents or representatives of the other party, it being

intended that the relationship between University and School District shall at all times be that of

independent contractors. Neither party hereto shall have any express or implied right or authority to

assume or create any obligations on behalf of, or in the name of, the other party; or to bind the other

party to any contract, agreement or undertaking with any third party. University agrees, warrants, and

represents to School District, with the intention that School District may rely thereon, that School

District does not now exercise, and will not be permitted during the terms of this Agreement to exercise

any significant degree of control over University's method of operation.

University agrees that it is responsible for withholding and paying to appropriate taxing bodies, all

statutory payroll taxes that are applicable to University Personnel to be supported under the School of

Education.

Failure of either party hereto to enforce any of the provisions of this Agreement, or of any rights with

respect thereto, or failure to exercise any election provided for herein, shall in no way be considered a

waiver of such provisions, rights or elections, or in any way affect the validity of this Agreement.

The failure by any party hereto to enforce any of such provisions, rights or elections shall not prejudice

such party from later enforcing or exercising the same or any other provisions, rights or elections which it

may have under this Agreement.

This Agreement may not be and shall not be construed to have been modified, amended, rescinded,

cancelled or waived, in whole or in part, except in writing signed by the parties hereto and making specific

reference to this Agreement.

The parties do hereby ratify the Agreement between them in all other respects. Executed the day and year first

above written.

Jennifer E. Woodward Date Carl I. Fertman, Ph.D. Date

Associate Vice Provost for Executive Director

Research Operations MAPS Program

Office of Research

Lindsay C. Matsumura Date John M. Jakicic Date

Associate Dean Chair

School of Education Health and Physical Activity

___________________________________________

Michael R. Loughead, Ed.D. Date Bryant B. Wesley, II Date

Superintendent President, Board of School Directors

Hampton Township School District Hampton Township School District

HAMPTON TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT

RESOLUTION BY THE BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS

REGARDING SMALL GAMES OF CHANCE

WHEREAS, the Board of School Directors of the Hampton Township School District

appreciates the support provided by the various booster organizations that are affiliated with the

Hampton Township School District, and

WHEREAS, the Wyland PTO has expressed a desire to raise additional funds in

support of the group’s activities,

NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Board of School Directors of the Hampton

Township School District recognizes the Wyland PTO as a civic and service association within the

definitions contained in the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, Act 195 of 1990.

APPROVED this 13th day of February, 2017.

ATTEST: HAMPTON TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT

__________________________________ _______________________________

Denise Balason, Secretary Bryant B. Wesley, II, President

Board of School Directors




7:00 p.m.

Technology

Mr. Gregory Stein, Chairperson


Mr. Wesley, Dr. Loughead, Dr. Cunningham, Mr. Kline

TOPIC PRESENTER(S)

FOR BOARD ACTION:

None at this time.

OTHER BUSINESS:

Strategic Vision for Instructional Technology

Dr. Loughead

Remake Learning Days Plan

o Project Based Learning Presentation

Mr. McKaveney

Brian Colonna

Hampton Township School District

Work Session Monday, February 6, 2017


7:00 p.m.

Educational Programs

Mrs. Gail Litwiler, Chairperson

TO: Ms. Balason, Mrs. Hennessey, Mrs. Lamagna, Mrs. Lueers, Mrs. Litwiler, Mr. Stein, Mr. Shages, Mr. Vasko, Mr. Wesley,

Dr. Loughead, Dr. Cunningham, Mr. Kline

TOPIC PRESENTER(S)

FOR BOARD ACTION:

2017-2018 District Calendar* Dr. Loughead

Presentation of the 2017-2018 Middle School Program of Studies* Dr. Removcik

Mrs. Lux

Memorandum of Understanding with Children Youth Services* Dr. Cunningham

OTHER BUSINESS:

Arts Education Collaborative Partnership

Dr. Loughead

*Attachments

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2017-2018 Calendar

Date Activities Student

Days

Teacher

Days

Fri., Aug. 18 Clerical Day #1

Mon. Aug. 21 Prof Dev. Day 1

Tues., Aug. 22 Prof Dev. Day 2

Wed., Aug. 23 Prof Dev. Day 3

Thurs., Aug. 24 First Day of School for Students

Total August Days 6 10

Mon., Sept. 4 Labor Day

Total September Days 20 20

Cumulative Total 26 30

Mon., Oct. 9 Columbus Day-Prof Dev. Day #4

Total October Days 21 22


Fri., Nov. 3 Elem - Clerical Day #2

Sec - ½ Clerical Day

½ Prof Dev. Day #5

Thurs., Fri

Nov. 23, 24

Thanksgiving Break

Total November Days 19 20


Dec. 22 - 31 Winter Break

Total December Days 15 15


Mon., Jan. 1 Winter Break (cont.)

*Note - Keystone Exam Windows 1/8/18 thru 1/19/18

Fri.., Jan. 12 End of 1st Semester

Mon., Jan. 15 Martin L. King, Jr. Day

Elem – Prof Dev. l Day #5

Sec - ½ Clerical Day #2

½ Prof. Dev. #5

Total January Days 21 22


Fri.., Feb. 16 Prof Dev. Day 6

Mon., Feb. 19 Presidents’ Day

Total February Days 18 19


Mar. 26-30 Spring Break

Total March Days 17 17


*Note –PSSA Exam Window 4/9/18 thru 5/4/18

Total April Days 21 21


*Note - Keystone Exam Windows 5/14/18 thru 5/25/18

Mon., May 28 Memorial Day

Total May Days 22 22


Thurs., June 7 Last Day for Students

HS Graduation

Fri., June 8 Clerical Day #3

Tues. June 19 Kennywood Day

Total June Days 5 6


Make-up Days Semester Terms

1st Semester – 90 Days (1/12/18)

2nd Semester – 95 Days

1-Feb 19, 2018

2-Jun 8, 2018

3-June 11, 2018

4- June 12, 2018

District Holidays:

Nov. 24, Dec. 22, Dec. 26, Dec. 29, Mar.30

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Pending Board Approval

2/13/17

Code List: PINK Bd. Voting Mtg, BLUE Bd. Work Session, ORANGE Bd. Special Mtg. YELLOW In-Service/Clerical RED No School


For Board Information

Executive Summary

Topic: Middle School Program of Studies

Purpose of the Summary

New Information

Consideration for Action Item

Board Request

General Overview

The major changes being proposed to the Middle School Program of Studies are attached. The changes include new courses, updated course titles and descriptions, as well as minor edits and formatting.

Goals Addressed

* Continue to increase STEAM experiences * Align rotation and elective experiences to High School programming

* Update rotation experiences to align with District vision and goals * Align prerequisites and criteria for recommendation to current District procedures

New Course Offerings

Introduction to Engineering and Design - Grade 8 (7.5 weeks)

Course Updates

Title Changes:

* STEM changed to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Mathematics (STEAM) - Grade 7 (7.5 weeks)

* Sixth Grade Health changed to Health I - Grade 6 (7.5 weeks) * Seventh Grade Health changed to Health II - Grade 7 (7.5 weeks)

* Eighth Grade Health changed to Health III - Grade 8 (7.5 weeks) * Sixth Grade Computer Applications changed to Computer Applications I - Grade 6 (7.5 weeks)

* Seventh Grade Computer Applications changed to Computer Applications II - Grade 7 (7.5 weeks) * Eighth Grade Computer Applications changed to Computer Applications III - Grade 8 (7.5 weeks)

* Automation Technology changed to Introduction to Robotics - Grade 8 (1 semester)

* Polymer Clay, Jewelry and Fine Arts changed to Ceramics and Printmaking Studio - Grade 8 (1 semester) * Drawing Plus changed to Introduction to Drawing - Grade 8 (1 semester)

Curriculum Changes

* Global Networking - Grade 7 (7.5 weeks)

Description Changes

* Chorus - Grade 6 (2 semesters)

* Computer Applications I - Grade 6 (7.5 weeks)

* Family and Consumer Science - Grade 6 (7.5 weeks) * Introduction to Technology Education - Grade 6 (7.5 weeks)

* Visual Arts I - Grade 6 (7.5 weeks) * Chorus - Grade 7 (2 semesters)

* Computer Applications II - Grade 7 (7.5 weeks)

* Visual Arts II - Grade 7 (7.5 weeks) * Chorus - Grade 8 (2 semesters)

* Visual Arts III - Grade 8 (7.5 weeks)

Additions and Updates

Criteria for recommendation and prerequisite courses for core areas were updated to reflect current District

procedures.

Recommendation

It is recommded that the Board of School Directors approve the Middle School Program of Studies with the aforementioned changes.

Submitted by: Dr. Jackie Removcik & Mrs. Marlynn Lux Date: February 1, 2017

Introduction to Engineering and Design

GRADE 8 7.5 Weeks This course serves to motivate and inspire students to utilize and apply the skills learned in the previous two years. Students will work both individually and in teams to use technology to research authentic problems and create original solutions. Students will also be exposed to relevant career fields and will learn pertinent skills relevant to pursuing the similar program at the High School with exposure to real-world job tasks. This course promotes students’ independence.

Global Networking

GRADE 7

7.5 Weeks

In Global Networking, students will use 21st century skills to understand and address global issues. As such, students will explore characteristics of their own culture and begin to view themselves and their world from a global perspective. Students will be asked to work collaboratively to propose research and design solutions that address identified relevant, authentic global issues. Student collaboration and presentation of global challenges and solutions will further expand their global awareness.

Allegheny County 1.2017 - 1

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

Between


and

Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Children, Youth and Families (CYF)

Agreement

To ensure the educational success and school stability of students in foster care:

Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirements

This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) addresses identified points of contact, data sharing, best interest school placement determination, transportation, school enrollment, and dispute resolution related provisions. Additional policies may be added to address the unique needs of each collaboration between the Local Education Agency (LEA) and the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Children, Youth and Families (CYF) in order to ensure the educational success of students in foster care. Note: this MOU is not a local transportation plan. It is an agreement between the LEA and CYF to work together for the best interest of students in foster care. Purpose: The purpose of this agreement is to establish procedures and agreed upon processes between Hampton Township School District and CYF to ensure the provision of services to optimize academic success for children and youth in foster care who are enrolled in the LEA. “Consistent with the Fostering Connections Act, “foster care” means 24-hour substitute care for children

placed away from their parents or guardians and for whom the child welfare agency has placement and care

responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, placements in foster family homes, foster homes of

relatives, group homes, emergency shelters, residential facilities, child care institutions, and pre adoptive

homes.” (U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2016, p. 6).

Identified Points of Contact LEA responsibilities: The LEA agrees to appoint a Foster Care Point of Contact (POC). The name and contact information for this person will be updated regularly through the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s (PDE) established state process. If there is a change in the appointment of the Foster Care POC the LEA will update the change in the state directory and will inform the CYF Education Point of Contact and the PDE Regional Coordinator within 10 business days. Duties of the LEA Foster Care POC can include but are not limited to the following:

Facilitating dialog within the school system with all relevant parties who have first-hand knowledge of the child’s academics, special education needs and social/emotional strengths and concerns in order to inform the Best Interest School Placement Determination (BID) with CYF.

Ensuring that all data sharing agreements have been met and school documents have been shared with appropriate parties as allowable by FERPA.

Documenting transportation plans for students in foster care and mediating between the school transportation system and CYF as to the best and most economical mode of transportation available to meet the students’ needs.


When appropriate, facilitating the school enrollment process that will ensure that the child in foster care is immediately enrolled in the new school, attending at the appropriate grade level and receiving the supports necessary to be successful.

Leading the agreed upon dispute resolution process with the LEA, State Education Agency (SEA) and CYF, as needed

Training LEA staff on the urgent educational needs of young people in foster care and advising and trouble-shooting on a case-by-case basis, as needed.

CYF responsibilities: The assigned caseworker’s duties include, but are not limited to:

Gathering relevant information regarding BID from all child welfare stakeholders including the parent,

parent’s attorney, child’s attorney, placement provider, education decision maker, the child (when

deemed appropriate), CYF and other relevant parties who have first-hand knowledge of the child’s needs

outside of the academic setting.

Facilitating discussion around cost-effective school transportation plans.

Initiating the agreed upon dispute resolution process when BID or additional costs cannot be agreed

upon.

CYF agrees to appoint an Education Point of Contact. The name and contact information for this person will be made available to all LEAs. The duties of the CYF Education Point of Contact can include but are not limited to the following:

Supporting the assigned caseworker by connecting the LEA with the assigned CYF caseworker, supervisor, child’s attorney, placement provider, education decision maker and other relevant parties who have first-hand knowledge of the child’s needs outside of the academic setting in order to best inform the BID.

Supporting CYF around the discussion about best interest school placement decisions and school transportation plans for students in foster care and mediating between the LEA and parties in the child welfare system as to the best and most economical mode of transportation available to meet the student’s needs.

Supporting the decision making around permission for CYF to cover additional costs associated with

special transportation arrangements for students in foster care placements if determined that CYF will

contribute to costs.

Training child welfare staff, placement provider staff and legal parties on urgent educational needs of young people in foster care and advising and trouble-shooting on a case by case basis when necessary.

Ensuring that all data sharing agreements have been met and school documents have been shared with appropriate parties as allowable by FERPA.

Leading the agreed upon dispute resolution process with the LEAs and CYF. Data Sharing The LEA and CYF will facilitate data sharing between both systems on behalf of children in foster care that is consistent with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), IDEA and other privacy protocols. Both parties agree to maintain confidentiality of information regarding children and families being served, in accordance with FERPA, and all other State and Federal laws and regulations regarding confidentiality.

The LEA will share the following with CYF:

Directory level data on all students in the school district

Analysis on graduation rates for students in foster care

Name of technology vendor and name/contact information for the technology lead in the district

Student level educational information including transcripts, academic records, credits accrued, schedule, special education assessments and plan, 504 plan provisions, discipline records and attendance records.


CYF will share the following with the LEA: Upon receipt of FERPA allowable directory level data, CYF will share the names of all students in foster care that are enrolled in the district.

Within three business days of entrance into the foster care system and with every change of residence while in foster care, CYF will share the following student level information on a case by case basis:

Name of child in foster care, date of birth

CYF caseworker’s name and contact information and CYF supervisor’s name and contact information

Parent’s home address and home school district

Verification if foster parent receives subsidy for the child (yes or no)

Placement provider’s name and contact information

Name and contact information of child’s caretaker (night time residence) including foster parent if applicable

Name and contact information of Educational Decision Maker which may continue to be biological parent or may be another party appointed by the courts

Any relevant safety concerns including the possibility of parents visiting the school or attempting contact with the child during school hours

Any pertinent information about meeting the child’s needs during this time of transition and heightened stress

Best Interest School Placement Determination “The school of origin is the school in which a child is enrolled at the time of placement in foster care. An SEA

and its LEAs must ensure that a child in foster care enrolls or remains in his or her school of origin

unless a determination is made that it is not in the child’s best interest. (ESEA section

1111(g)(1)(E)(i)). If a child’s foster care placement changes, the school of origin would then be considered

the school in which the child is enrolled at the time of the placement change.” (U.S. Department of

Education and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2016, p. 11).

1. When a student is placed in foster care or changes residences while in foster care, the assigned CYF

caseworker will notify the School of Origin (SOO) Foster Care POC within 72 hours of placement. If the

new residence is not within the school district boundaries, the Foster Care POC will coordinate and

arrange, with the assistance of the CYF caseworker, a BID meeting within 7 school days of the child’s

change in residence. This meeting can occur in person, by phone or by e-mail communication. Until the

BID discussion has happened and a decision is made, the child will remain enrolled in the school district

of origin. If transportation challenges incur initially, the child will not be marked with unexcused

absences. All efforts will be made by both CYF and the SOO to ensure that the child attends school

during this timeframe.

Though the specific factors may vary depending on context, in order to make a holistic and well-informed

BID, a variety of student-centered factors should be considered. These factors may include:

Preferences of the child;

Preferences of the child’s parent(s), child’s attorney, child’s placement provider, child’s foster parent or

education decision maker(s);

The child’s attachment to the school, including meaningful relationships with staff and peers;

Placement of the child’s sibling(s);

Influence of the school climate on the child, including safety and well-being;


The availability and quality of the services in the school to meet the child’s educational and

socioemotional needs;

History of school transfers and how they have impacted the child;

How the length of the commute would impact the child, based on the child’s developmental stage;

Whether the child is a student with a disability under the IDEA who is receiving special education and

related services/aids or a student with a disability under Section 504 who is receiving special education

or related services/aids and, if so, the availability of those required services in a school other than the

school of origin; and

Whether the child is an English Language Learner and is receiving language services, and, if so, the

availability of those required services in a school other than the school of origin consistent with Title VI

and the EEOA.

Transportation costs should not be considered when determining a child’s best interest in school placement,

which is consistent with the program instruction released by the U.S. Department of Health & Human

Services subsequent to the passage of the Fostering Connections Act.” (U.S. Department of Education and

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2016, p. 11-12). Efforts by all parties should be made to

transport the child to the school district of origin while the BID is being made.

2. Prior to the BID meeting, the LEA Foster Care POC in the SOO will contact relevant school personnel to

obtain information regarding the child’s academics, special education needs, social/emotional strengths

and/or concerns, extracurricular involvement, attendance, and any other information that can help to

facilitate the best interest conversation.

3. Prior to the best interest determination meeting, the CYF caseworker will gather relevant information

regarding best interest determination from the parent, parent’s attorney, child’s attorney, placement

provider, education decision maker, the child (when deemed appropriate), CYF and other relevant parties

who have first-hand knowledge of the child’s needs outside of the academic setting.

4. Scheduled or arranged by the CYF caseworker and the LEA Foster Care POC, all parties will meet within

7 days of the child’s change of residence to talk through the gathered information and will come to a joint

decision as to best interest school placement for the child in care.

5. During any child welfare placement or change of placement, the presumption is that the child should

remain in the SOO, and continue in this district until a determination has been made that it is no longer

in the child’s best interest.

6. If the LEA’s Foster Care POC (with support from all identified school personnel) and the CYF caseworker

(with support from all child welfare stakeholders) cannot come to a joint decision, they will jointly contact

the CYF Education Point of Contact and the PDE Regional Coordinator for consultation.

7. The CYF Education Point of Contact and the PDE Regional Coordinator will gather pertinent information

with regards to the student in question and will issue a joint decision.

8. In the case of a dispute, the LEA and CYF will reference the uniform statewide Inter-Agency

Transportation Dispute Resolution Process and the statewide Dispute Resolution Process for school

selection and enrollment.

LEA responsibilities: The LEA Foster Care POC will lead the BID process with all relevant parties within the school system and will document the BID. CYF responsibilities: Responsibility for the BID ultimately lies with the assigned CYF Caseworker along with input from all child welfare stakeholders. The CYF Education Point of Contact can be consulted if necessary.


Transportation “Some children in foster care will need transportation to remain in their school of origin when it is in their best interest. To facilitate transportation for these children, an LEA receiving Title I funds must collaborate with the State or local child welfare agency or agencies to ensure that transportation for children in foster care is provided, arranged, and funded. (ESEA section 1112(c)(5)(B)). SEAs and State or tribal child welfare agencies also play a key role in ensuring the adequate provision of transportation for children in foster care, as part of their overall responsibilities under Title I and the Fostering Connections Act to provide educational stability for these children.”(U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2016, p. 15). Joint responsibilities: The LEA and CYF agree to collaborate to jointly design a comprehensive transportation plan to

ensure that transportation for children in foster care is provided, arranged, and funded. Both parties agree that under no circumstances should a transportation dispute between parties

delay or interrupt the provision of transportation for a child to the SOO. Both parties agree to communicate regularly and share leadership responsibilities at the local level

to ensure that available resources for transportation are utilized in the most effective manner, without duplication.

Both parties agree that transportation must be provided in a “cost effective” manner so low-cost/no-cost options should be explored. (e.g. pre-existing bus stops or public transportation, foster parents provide transportation, transportation by other programs if child is eligible).

Both parties understand that all federal, state and local funding sources should be maximized to ensure transportations costs are not unduly burdensome on one agency.

LEA responsibilities: “An LEA must ensure that a child in foster care needing transportation to the school of origin receives such

transportation for the duration of the time the child is in foster care. (ESEA section 1112(c)(5)(B)).” (U.S.

Department of Education and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2016, p. 17).

Ensures that transportation is provided to children in foster care, adhering to the collaboratively

designed transportation plan, even if the LEA does not transport other students. Acknowledges that Title I is an allowable funding source for additional transportation costs, although

funds reserved for comparable services for homeless children and youth may not be used for transportation.

Informs the CYF whether Title I funds are available to support additional transportation costs for children in foster care in order to maintain enrollment in their school of origin.

Agrees, if applicable, to support additional transportation costs for eligible foster care youth utilizing funds made available within Title I.

“If there are additional costs incurred in providing transportation to the school of origin, the LEA will provide such transportation if (1) the local child welfare agency agrees to reimburse the LEA for the cost of such transportation; (2) the LEA agrees to pay for the cost; or (3) the LEA and local child welfare agency agree to share the cost. (ESEA 1112(c)(5)(B)).” (U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2016, p. 16).

Agrees that a child must remain in his or her school of origin while any disputes are being resolved. In the case of a dispute, agrees to provide or arrange for adequate and appropriate transportation

and to work with CYF if this results in additional costs. CYF responsibilities: Supports transportation costs for eligible youth in foster care utilizing funds made available within the

county’s child welfare budget including under Section 475(4)(A) of Title IV-E of the Social Security Act.

Informs the LEA/SOO whether Title IV-E funds are available to support additional transportation costs

for children in foster care in order to maintain enrollment in their school of origin.


Agrees to assist the LEA/SOO in exploring the full range of options for providing transportation and/or

funding transportation to maintain a child in his or her school of origin, consistent with the child’s

educational stability plan.

Agrees that a child must remain in his or her school of origin while any disputes are being resolved.

Agrees to work with the LEA to address additional costs for any transportation arranged by the LEA

during the dispute process

Agrees to identify alternate transportation options when school district transportation is not immediately

available to ensure that children in foster care placement are not sitting out of school while the LEA

works to arrange appropriate transportation.

School Enrollment The LEA and CYF acknowledge that there will be times when children must change educational placements

as a result of a child welfare placement. This decision should be made jointly with the LEA who has been

educating the child, the assigned caseworker from CYF, the parent, parent’s attorney, child’s attorney,

placement provider, education decision maker, the child (when deemed appropriate), CYF and other relevant

parties.

LEA responsibilities:

Agrees to immediately enroll children in foster care placements within their district. Enrollment will not be

delayed due to lack of documentation including previous school records, proof of residency, proof of birth

and immunization records.

“When a determination is made that remaining in the school of origin is not in a child’s best interest, SEAs and LEAs must ensure that a child in foster care is immediately enrolled in his or her new school even if the student does not have the required documentation. The enrolling school must then contact the student’s prior school for relevant records. (ESEA section 1111(g)(1)(E)(ii)-(iii)).” (U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2016, p. 20).

The enrolling LEA agrees to communicate with the SOO within 3 business days to obtain information in

order to appropriately place the student in classes, pending receipt of records.

Agrees that upon receipt of the child’s records from their SOO, the Foster Care POC will work with CYF

to assist in obtaining any missing documentation.

CYF responsibilities:

CYF will work with the enrolling LEA to supplement the exchange of educational records if there are any

relevant files in the child welfare record. Child welfare will also produce a copy of immunization records

and/or birth certificates (they may not be the original copies) if they are in the record.

Dispute Resolution Process “To the extent feasible and appropriate, an LEA must ensure that a child remains in his or her school of

origin while the disputes are being resolved to minimize disruptions and reduce the number of moves

between schools. (See ESEA section 1111(g)(1)(E)(i)).” (U.S. Department of Education and U.S.

Department of Health and Human Services, 2016, p. 15).

Should there be a dispute in the BID or Transportation Planning, the LEA will consult the PDE Regional

Coordinator and CYF will consult the CYF Education Point of Contact. The PDE Regional Coordinator and

the CYF Education Point of Contact will discuss all relevant information and a joint decision will be issued.


In the case of a dispute, the LEA and CYF will reference the uniform statewide Inter-Agency Transportation

Dispute Resolution Process and the statewide Dispute Resolution Process for school selection and

enrollment.

U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (2016). Guidance on

the Foster Care Provisions in Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, as

Amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015.

https://www2.ed.gov/policy/elsec/leg/essa/edhhsfostercarenonregulatorguide.pdf

https://www2.ed.gov/policy/elsec/leg/essa/edhhsfostercarenonregulatorguide.pdf


Updates and Revisions:

Updates and revisions to this MOU should be made as needed. Any updates or revisions to the MOU must be submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Hampton Township School District and Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Children, Youth and Families agree to update or revise this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) as needed or every three years to coincide with the contractual timelines.

ATTEST: ALLEGHENY COUNTY

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES _____________________________ By:___________________________________

Witness Marc Cherna, Director of the Department of Human Services

______________________________ William McKain, County Manager Approved as to Form Only: By:___________________________ ATTEST: Hampton Township School District _____________________________ By:___________________________________ Denise Balason, Secretary Bryant B. Wesley, II, Esq., Board President Approved as to Form Only: Date of Board Approval:________________ By:___________________________ Patrick J. Clair, Esq., Solicitor

Transportation Plan

Between Hampton Township School District (LEA)

And

Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Children, Youth and Families

(CYF)

Transportation Procedures

To ensure the educational stability of Foster Care Youth: Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirements

These procedures are established to comply with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

foster care provision requirements to ensure educational stability for children in foster care.

A collaborative partnership between the Local Educational Agency (LEA) and the Allegheny

County Department of Human Services, Office of Children, Youth and Families (CYF) has

been established to ensure all factors are considered in the Best Interest School Placement

Determination (BID) for students in foster care. During any child welfare placement or change

of placement, the presumption is that the child should remain in the school of origin, and

continue in this district until a determination has been made that it is no longer in the child’s

best interest. Best interest will be determined using child-centered factors, such as the

age/grade of the child, length of the commute and its effect on the child’s education,

connections in the school, etc. Although it is the goal to come to a joint decision with regards to

BID, there may be times that this is not possible. If a joint decision cannot be reached, the final

decision with regards to school placement is left to CYF.

Based on this school placement decision, the LEA will work collaboratively with CYF and

placement agencies to identify and establish the most cost-effective method of transport, using

the framework below.

Part 1. LEA and CYF Representative(s) Included in Designing the Local Transportation

Plan

Please include the name and title of each LEA and CYF representative(s) included in designing

the joint plan.

Local Education Agency Representative(s) Title

1) Dr. Michael Loughead Superintendent

2) Dr. Rebecca Cunningham Assistant To the Superintendent

3) Mr. Jeffrey Kline Director of Administrative Services

4) Mr. Patrick J. Clair, Esq. District Solicitor

County Children and Youth Agency and partners(s)

Title

1) Laura Whiteman Assistant County Solicitor

2) Alexis Samulski Assistant County Solicitor

3) Pat Valentine Executive Deputy Director of Integrated Program Services

4) Jacki Hoover Assistant Deputy Director, CYF

5) Peter Sloan Analyst from Data, Analysis, Research and Evaluation office, DHS

6) Kathy McCauley Analyst from Data, Analysis, Research and Evaluation office, DHS

7) Samantha Murphy Resource Services Manager

8) Jaclyn Snyder Education Records Consultant, AIU

Part 2. Addressing Transportation Assurances to Ensure Educational Stability

Transportation Options:

Multiple factors will be considered and addressed in the BID meeting when determining

transportation options for students in foster care, including: safety of the student and other

students being transported; student’s age; distance and length of time of the commute; and an

existing Individualized Education Plan (IEP) with specialized transportation. Information from

the School of Origin (SOO) transportation designee about these factors will be provided so that

the BID meeting will be comprehensive and include consideration of cost-effective measures.

The following options will be considered to provide SOO transportation:

1. An existing bus route can be used, including non-public, charter school and Career

Technical Center buses.

2. An existing bus route can be modified to accommodate a new address.

3. Specialized transportation offered to other students can be accessed, such as:

a. Special Education

b. Alternative Education

c. McKinney Vento Education

4. Existing specialized transportation can be modified slightly to accommodate the new

address.

5. The SOO may identify alternatives not provided directly by the school district that

the SOO would be willing to assist CYF in accessing (this could include facilitating

the arrangement or providing the transportation and being reimbursed). Examples

include:

a. Cabs or other contracted transport; or

b. Public transportation, such as city buses

6. CYF will also explore options outside of those provided by the SOO including the

following options:

o a combination of the school and CYF supports if agreement can be reached

o natural support (foster parent, parent, aunt, uncle, neighbor, etc)

o child uses a bus pass if appropriate

o placement provider on an ongoing basis

o CYF case aid

Funding:

1. If the student has an IEP that includes provisions for specialized transportation,

transportation must be provided by the school district responsible for the student’s Free

Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).

2. If the SOO can offer an existing means of transportation at no additional cost, the district

will provide transportation and CYF will not be charged.

3. If the SOO can provide transportation but will need to modify a route or create a new

route, the SOO transportation designee will calculate the cost, if any, that will be charged

to CYF. Any charges to CYF should be approved prior to incurring costs.

4. CYF will explore whether the student is eligible for Title IV-E funds to be used to cover

the cost.

5. The SOO may use Title 1, Part A funds to assist with additional transportation costs if

funds exist after covering mandated responsibilities (such as transportation for students

experiencing homelessness).

Part 3: Addressing Additional Costs

The SOO will work with the district of residency and surrounding districts to identify potential

existing routes that would allow for transportation at no additional cost if the SOO does not have

an existing route. However, in some instances a route may not exist. In this case the SOO

transportation designee will identify the most cost-effective route. If there are additional costs

incurred in providing transportation to the school of origin, the LEA will provide such

transportation if:

1. CYF agrees to reimburse the LEA for the cost of such transportation. This may be

possible for children who qualify for Title IV-E funds. Additional costs must be

discussed and approved prior to incurring costs by the Allegheny County,

Office of Children, Youth and Families with the assistance of the appointed

CYF Educational Point of Contact.

2. The SOO will review situations where there is an additional cost to transport on a

case-by-case basis, taking into consideration age/grade of student, special needs,

and whether or not there is funding available to pay for additional costs. If funding is

available then the SOO can agree to either assume the additional cost or split that

cost with the CYF.

3. If after a good faith effort, and exhaustion of the dispute resolution procedures

described herein, the LEA and CYF are unable to reach an agreement regarding

responsibility for additional costs incurred in providing transportation, CYF is

responsible for the additional costs.

The LEA and CYF understand that all federal, state and local funding sources should be

maximized to ensure transportations costs are not unduly burdensome on one agency.

Part 4. Considering Low-Cost or No-Cost Transportation Options for Foster Care Youth

On a case-by-case student basis, additional low-cost or no-cost options for transportation of

students in foster care should be explored. Please carefully review the following no-cost or low-

cost options for transportation and indicate with a check mark if the LEA and CYF agree to

explore these transportation funding options on a case-by-case basis.

No-Cost or Low-Cost Options LEA CCYA

The child may be dropped off at a school bus stop near the existing transportation system for the school of origin. Communication between the current and new school districts is critical.

X X

Public transportation options exist, if the child is of an appropriate age and has, or is able to acquire, the skills to utilize such options.

X X

The foster parents, family member(s) or placement providers are willing and able to transport the child to school.

X X

The child is already eligible for transportation covered by other programs. For example, Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA) funds may be used to pay for transportation services if the child’s IEP Team determines transportation is a related service that is required for a child with disabilities in foster care to receive FAPE.

X X

There are pre-existing bus routes or stops close to the new foster care placement that cross district boundaries, such as bus routes for magnet schools, charter schools and transportation for homeless students as required by the McKinney-Vento Act.

X X

The school district of residence, school district of origin, and CYF are willing to share transportation costs.

X X

Part 5. Describing a local transportation dispute resolution process between the LEA and

CYF

If a mutual decision cannot be reached between the Foster Care POC and CYF with regards to

responsibility for additional costs of transportation, the following dispute resolution process will

be initiated. During a dispute, CYF will arrange transportation for the children in question. If

there are already existing transportation options that do not increase costs that the school has

within their system, these options will be offered during a dispute.

Step 1: The Foster Care POC and CYF will put in writing the reason for the dispute.

Step 2: A problem solving meeting will be held between identified staff of the LEA and CYF

Step 3: The Region 4 Foster Care Coordinator located at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit, can

be called to participate in the discussion to help facilitate an agreed upon solution.

If a dispute occurs, the LEA and CYF will reference the uniform statewide Inter-Agency

Transportation Dispute Resolution Process and the statewide Dispute Resolution Process for

school selection and enrollment.

If after a good faith effort, and exhaustion of the dispute resolution procedures described herein,

the LEA and CYF are unable to reach an agreement regarding responsibility for additional costs

incurred in providing transportation, CYF is responsible for the additional costs.

Part 6. Sample scenarios

These are just some sample scenarios. Each case will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to

determination best interest and additional cost responsibility.

Scenario #1

Student is placed in a foster care placement within the School of Origin

Student remains a student of the school of origin

Student is transported by the school of origin

Scenario #2

A student is placed in a foster care placement within an LEA from a different school of

origin, and the Best Interest School Placement Determination is to attend new LEA. ex. A

student is placed in a foster care placement within the Woodland Hills SD from a different

school of origin (McKeesport SD) and the Best Interest School Placement Determination is to

attend Woodland Hills SD.

The student will be immediately enrolled in Woodland Hills SD.

The student will be provided transportation in accordance with the Woodland Hills SD’s

transportation policies.

If special transportation is required through the IEP, Woodland Hills SD will provide the

transportation to the neighborhood school or the designated school determined by the

IEP.

Scenario #3

A Sto-Rox SD student is placed in a foster care placement in the Baldwin-Whitehall SD,

and the Best Interest Determination is to attend the Baldwin-Whitehall SD.

The student will be immediately enrolled in the LEA of residency – Baldwin-Whitehall

SD.

The student will be provided transportation in accordance with Baldwin-Whitehall SD’s

transportation policies.

If special transportation is required through the IEP, the district of residency (Baldwin

Whitehall SD) will provide the transportation to the neighborhood school or the

designated school determined by the IEP.

Scenario #4

A Pittsburgh Public SD student is placed in a foster care placement in the Clairton SD, ,

and the Best Interest Determination is for the student to continue to attend the Pittsburgh

Public SD.

The student will continue to attend the Pittsburgh Public SD

Existing transportation routes will be identified, if possible by Pittsburgh Public.

If there is not an existing route that will accommodate the student, then Pittsburgh Public

SD will identify the most cost effective route.

CYF with the support of the CYF Education Liaison and all internal county staff will

identify potential cost-effective options.

Cost effective transportation methods will be explored in each case and are not limited to

new routes, route hand-offs, and district-to-district shared transportation, and foster

parents/placement provider providing transportation.

If there is any additional cost of transportation, the LEA Foster Care Point of Contact at

Pittsburgh Public and CYF with the support of the CYF Education Liaison and all internal

county staff will come to mutual decision as to how to cover these costs.

During any disputes and pending arrangement of transportation by the school district,

CYF will arrange transportation for the student back to the school of origin. However, if

there are already existing transportation options that do not increase costs that the

school has within their system, these options will be offered during a dispute.

Part 7. Updates and Revisions

Hampton Township School District and the Allegheny County Department of Human Services,

Office of Children, Youth and Families agree to update or revise this local transportation plan as

needed or every three years to coincide with the contractual timelines.

This agreement will be reviewed and approved by representatives of both agencies:

ATTEST: ALLEGHENY COUNTY

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

_____________________________ By:___________________________________

Witness Marc Cherna, Director of the Department of

Human Services

______________________________

William McKain, County Manager

Approved as to Form Only:

By:___________________________

ATTEST: Hampton Township School District

_____________________________ By:___________________________________

Denise Balason, Secretary Bryant B. Wesley, II, Esq., Board President

Approved as to Form Only: Date of Board Approval:________________

By:___________________________

Patrick J. Clair, Esq., Solicitor

Revised - Personnel – February 6, 2017

Hampton Township School District Board Work Session Meeting

Monday, February 6, 2017 7:00 p.m. – A.W. Beattie Career Center

Revised - PERSONNEL – Mrs. Pam Lamagna, Chair To: Ms. Balason, Mrs. Hennessey, Mrs. Lamagna, Mrs. Litwiler, Mrs. Lueers, Mr. Shages, Mr. Stein, Mr. Vasko, Mr. Wesley,

Dr. Loughead, Dr. Cunningham, and, Mr. Kline Employment of all appointed personnel is contingent upon receipt of all compliance documents. TOPIC FOR BOARD ACTION TEACHERS: 1. Approve Professional Employee status for Matthew Combi, High School Guidance Counselor, who has achieved tenure

status, effective January 23, 2017.

2. Approve Ms. Bridget Scherer, to continue as a Long-Term Substitute Grade 1 Teacher at Central Elementary School from February 15, 2017 through the remainder of the 2016-2017 School Year. Salary remains $29,500, pro-rated. (Ms. Scherer is a long-term substitute for Mrs. Amber Griffith.)

3. Approve Mrs. Sally Meyers, as a Long-Term Substitute World Language (French) Teacher at Hampton High School, from approximately January 31, 2017 through the remainder of the 2016-2017 School Year. Salary is $29,500, pro-rated. (Mrs. Meyers is a long-term substitute for Mrs. Jessica Heranic.)

4. Approve Ms. Catherine Potter, as a Building Substitute at Hampton High School, from February 3, 2017 through the

remainder of the 2016-2017 School Year. Salary is $19,500, pro-rated. (Ms. Potter is replacing Ms. Samantha Curti.)

5. Approve Ms. Amy Carto, as a Building Substitute at Hampton Middle School, from February 13, 2017 through the remainder of the 2016-2017 School Year. Salary is $19,500, pro-rated. (Ms. Carto is replacing Mr. Andrew Petruska.)

PARAPROFESSIONAL/SECRETARY 6. Approve Mrs. Cara Keller, as a Class 1-D Paraprofessional for the District, effective February 8, 2017. Salary is Year 2:

$16.37 per hour for the 60-day probationary period and $16.62 per hour thereafter. (Mrs. Keller is replacing Mrs. Karen Roczko at Hampton Middle School.)

7. Approve Ms. Sarah Kushnar, as a Long-Term Substitute Class 1-D Paraprofessional at Wyland Elementary School, effective January 25, 2017 through the remainder of the 2016-2017 School Year. Salary is $13.50 per hour. (Ms. Kushnar is replacing Ms. Maria Frantz at Wyland Elementary School.)

OTHER: 8. Approve Kristen Nock, a college student from Duquesne University, for technology support for the 2016-2017 School

Year, at a salary of $12.00 per-hour (utilizing Title II Funds), effective November 17, 2016.

SUPPLEMENTALS: 9. Approve the following Building/Coach Supplemental positions for the 2016-2017 School Year, at a rate of $127 per point:

NAME POSITION BUILDING POINTS RANGE TOTAL STIPEND Gary Wilson Baseball – Head Coach HS 47 35/47 $5,969 Daniel Hussar Baseball – Assistant Coach HS 34 30/38 $4,318 Kellen Wheeler Baseball – JV Coach HS 38 30/38 $4,826 Steve Swierezynski Baesball – Assistant JV Coach HS 32 24/32 $4,064 Mike Susi Baseball – MS Coach MS 30 24/32 $3,810 John Benca Volunteer Baseball Coach Bruce Steckel Volunteer Baseball Coach Jeff Yukevich Volunteer Baseball Coach Ryan Gally Volunteer Baseball Coach

Revised - Personnel – February 6, 2017

James Vollberg Lacrosse – Boys’ Head Coach HS 31 23/31 $3,937 Sam Evans Lacrosse – Boys’ Assistant Coach HS 20 16/20 $2,540 Mike Keuch Volunteer Boys’ Lacrosse Coach HS Luke Howell Volunteer Boys’ Lacrosse Coach HS Terrence Hales Volunteer Boys’ Lacrosse Coach HS Chris Geraud Volunteer Boys’ Lacrosse Coach HS Kelsey Viets Lacrosse – Girls’ Head Coach HS 31 23/31 $3,937 Rachel (Geldard) Peabody

Lacrosse – Girls’ Assistant Coach HS 20 16/20 $2,540

Nate Meade Volunteer Girls’ Lacrosse Coach Ron Fedell Softball – Head Coach HS 47 35/47 $5,969 Lynn Zdinak Softball – Assistant Coach HS 38 30/38 $4,826 Pete Scanga Softball – Middle School Coach MS 28 20/28 $3,556 Elizabeth Swartzwelder

Softball – Middle School Assistant Coach MS 20 16/20 $2,540

Mike Zdinak Volunteer Softball Coach Derek Brinkley Track – Head Coach HS 53 41/53 $6,731 Nick Panza Track – 1st Assistant Coach HS 37 29/37 $4,699 Jayne Beatty Track – Assistant “A” Coach HS 29 21/29 $3,683 Joe Cangilla Track – Assistant “B” Coach HS 27 21/29 $3,429 Heather Dietz Track – Assistant “C” Coach HS 22 18/22 $2,794 Mary Bukovac Track – Middle School Coach MS 34 26/34 $4,318 Ryan Scott Track – MS Assistant “A” Coach MS 19 15/19 $2,413 Glenn Geary Track – MS Assistant “B” Coach MS 19 15/19 $2,413 Dave Sheets Track – MS Assistant “C” Coach MS 19 15/19 $2,413 Leonard Verdetto Track – MS Assistant “D” Coach MS 17 15/19 $2,159 Grant McKinney Tennis – Boys’ Head Coach HS 33 26/33 $4,191 Jeremy Clendenning Tennis – Boys’ Assistant Coach HS 20 16/20 $2,540 Sean Malone Volunteer Tennis Coach HS

ADDENDUM: 10. Approve Ms. Ashley Arlotti, as a Substitute Paraprofessional for the District, effective February 6, 2017.

*Attachments Facilities Agenda page 1 of 1


WORK SESSION

Monday, February 06, 2017 – 7:00 p.m.


FACILITIES AGENDA,

Ms. Balason, Chair

TO: Mrs. Hennessey, Mrs. Lamagna, Mrs. Litwiler, Mrs. Lueers, Mr. Shages, Mr. Stein, Mr. Vasko,

Mr. Wesley, Dr. Loughead, Dr. Cunningham, Mr. Kline, Mr. Farino

ACTION ITEMS PRESENTER

There is no report this evening.

OLD BUSINESS PRESENTER

1. Elementary Facility Roof Projects (Wyland) - Update Mr. Farino

NEW BUSINESS PRESENTER

1. Poff Elementary Plumbing Issues Mr. Farino

*Attachments Finance Agenda page 1 of 1


WORK SESSION



FINANCE AGENDA,

Mr. Vasko, Chair

TO: Ms. Balason, Mrs. Hennessey, Mrs. Lamagna, Mrs. Litwiler, Mrs. Lueers, Mr. Shages, Mr. Stein,



1. *Approve the engagement of Piper Jaffray & Company as underwriter for the potential Mr. Kline

current refunding of the District’s 2006B bonds.

2. *Approve the Budget Transfers totaling $1,503.66 for the following: Mr. Kline

HHS Library Supplies $1,273.78

Poff General Supplies $ 126.89

Poff Nursing Repairs $ 102.99


1. *Local Tax Revenue Update as of January 31, 2017 Mr. Kline






7:00 p.m.

Policy/Legislative Affairs

Mr. Robert Shages, Chairperson



TOPIC PRESENTER(S)

FOR BOARD ACTION:

Approval of 1st Reading of Policy: Dr. Loughead

o 005 – Organization*

OTHER BUSINESS:

None at this time

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No. 005

SECTION: LOCAL BOARD PROCEDURES

TITLE: ORGANIZATION

ADOPTED:

REVISED:

HAMPTON

TOWNSHIP

SCHOOL DISTRICT

No. 005

SECTION: LOCAL BOARD PROCEDURES

TITLE: ORGANIZATION

ADOPTED: November 19, 2003

REVISED: TBD

005. ORGANIZATION

Section 1. Organization Meeting

SC 401, 404,

421

The Board members shall meet and organize annually during the first week of December.

Notice of the time and place of the organization meeting shall be given to all Board

members by mail at least five (5) days before the proposed meeting by the Board

Secretary. The organization meeting shall be a regular meeting.

Section 2. Order

SC 426

The organization meeting shall be called to order by the past President, who shall preside

over the election of a temporary President from among the hold-over Board members.

The Board Secretary shall be secretary of the meeting. In an election year, the certificates

of election or appointment of all new Board members shall be read, and a list shall be

prepared of the legally elected or appointed and qualified Board members.

SC 402

The temporary President may administer the oath or affirmation of office to those Board

members who have not previously taken and subscribed to the same.

Section 3. Officers

Election of officers shall be by a majority vote of the members. Where no such majority

is achieved on the first ballot, a second ballot shall be cast for the two (2) candidates who

received the greatest number of votes.

SC 404

SC 426, 427

a. The school directors shall annually, during the first week of December, elect from

their members a President and Vice-President who shall serve for one (1) year.

The President shall:

1. Preside at all meetings of the Board and vote on motions placed before the Board

for action.

005. ORGANIZATION - Pg. 2

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2. Sign on behalf of the Board such documents as may require his/her signature.

3. Represent the Board in deliberations with other boards, districts, or agencies,

unless another member of the Board is so designated.

4. Appoint all committees, unless otherwise specified by the Board, call special

meetings, and perform all other duties as prescribed by law.

SC 428

The Vice-President shall perform the duties of the President when acting in that

capacity.

SC 404

b. The school directors shall annually, during the month of May, elect a Treasurer who

shall serve for one (1) year beginning the first day of July after such election. The

Treasurer may be a corporation duly qualified and legally authorized to transact a

fiduciary business in the Commonwealth, and may be a member of the Board.

SC 436, 438

Pol. 811

The Treasurer shall not enter upon his/her duties until furnishing bond in accordance

with law and with Board approval. The Treasurer shall be compensated in the manner

and at the rate determined by the Board.

SC 404

c. The school directors shall, during the month of May in every fourth year, elect a

Secretary who shall serve a term of four (4) years beginning the first day of July

following such election, and may be a member of the Board.

SC 431, 432

Pol. 811

The Secretary shall not enter upon his/her duties until furnishing bond in accordance

with law and with Board approval. The Secretary shall be compensated in the manner

and at the rate determined by the Board.

SC 404 Vacancies in any office shall be filled by Board action, and such appointed officers shall

serve for the remainder of the unexpired term.

The same school director may not hold more than one (1) office of the Board. No

commissioned officer or professional employee of the Board shall serve, temporarily or

permanently, as an officer of the Board.

Section 4. Appointments

The Board shall have the authority to appoint:

SC 508, 683

a. A tax collector, where a tax collector is not elected to collect taxes, there is a vacancy,

or an elected tax collector refuses to qualify.

SC 1410

b. School physician(s).


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SC 1410

c. School dentist(s).

SC 324, 406

d. Solicitor.

SC 2401

e. Independent auditor.

SC 516

f. Delegates to a state convention or association of school directors.

SC 406, 1089

g. Assistants, clerks and other employees the Board deems necessary.

SC 406 The Board shall annually appoint a qualified attorney as the solicitor for the district, who

shall have the following responsibilities:

a. Duties and responsibilities to be rendered in consideration of the yearly compensation

set by the Board:

1. Attend the regular meetings of the Board and other meetings when requested. At

these meetings, the solicitor shall act as a counselor to the Board.

2. Render a written opinion on any legal question when requested by the Board.

3. Prepare or supervise the preparation of all legal papers and documents, which

shall be executed by the officers of the Board.

4. Provide to the Superintendent or designee such opinions or other legal

information that may be necessary for the immediate or long range of conduct of

the affairs of the district.

b. Duties and responsibilities for which the solicitor may charge from time to time

additional sums of money on the basis of the usual and customary charges for such

service:

1. Represent the district in all litigation to which the district may be a party or in

which it is interested.

2. Examine, upon the purchase of any real estate by the district, the abstract or

preliminary report of title, as the case may be, render a written opinion

concerning the same, and represent the Board in the purchase or sale of any real

estate.

3. Handle such other matters that it may deem proper and advisable.

The compensation for the solicitor shall be set by the Board.


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SC 514

Appointees of the Board may be removed from office for incompetency, intemperance,

neglect of duty, violation of the school laws of the Commonwealth, or other improper

conduct, provided that the appointee charged has been given due notice of the reasons

and an opportunity for a hearing. Removal shall be approved by the affirmative vote of a

majority of those present and voting.

Section 5. Resolutions

The Board may at the organization meeting, but shall prior to July 1 next following,

designate a:

SC 621

a. Depository(s) for school funds.

SC 106

b. Newspaper(s) of general circulation as defined in law.

SC 421

c. Normal day, place and time for regular meetings.

d. Normal day, place and time for open committee meetings.

Section 6. Committees

When specifically charged to do so by the Board, committees of Board members shall

conduct studies, make recommendations, and act in an advisory capacity, but shall not

take action on behalf of the Board.

Members shall be appointed by the President.

A member may request or refuse appointment to a committee.

Refusal to serve on any one committee shall not be grounds for failure to appoint a

member to another committee.

Each Board committee shall be convened by a chairperson, who is appointed by the

President.

Board members shall be permitted and encouraged to attend all committee meetings

whether a member or not. The agenda for all committee meetings shall be sent to all

Board members.

The committees, working in conjunction with the Superintendent, shall primarily act in a

fact-finding and advisory capacity.


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There is no legislative power within the committee structure. The action of any

committee shall not be binding on the Board as a whole, except where specifically

empowered by a majority of the Board in advance.

Recommendations of the committees shall be presented to the Board for action in

accordance with the regular order of business. Any member of the Board may make

recommendations or motions on any subject, whether or not considered by the

committee.

Committees with duties outside the district, such as the NASPS and Joint Recreation

Committee, shall inform the Board of the activities of the groups.

Standing committees, working in conjunction with the Superintendent, shall research,

develop and recommend for adoption Board policies, which pertain or relate to

designated areas of responsibility.

The President may appoint, as soon after the organization meeting as practicable,

members of the Board to the following standing committees, where they shall serve a

term of one (1) year:

a. Transportation Committee.

b. Human Resources Personnel Committee.

c. Buildings and Grounds Facilities Committee.

d. Finance Committee.

e. Educational Programs and Technology Committee.

f. Technology Committee

g. Student Affairs Committee.

h. Policy and Legislative Affairs Committee.

Ad hoc committees may be created, charged and assigned a fixed termination date, which

may be extended by the President or a majority of the school directors present at any

meeting at which the need for a committee becomes evident.

Members of committees shall serve until the committee is discharged.


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School Code

106, 324, 401,

402, 404, 405,

406, 421, 426,

434, 436, 438,

508, 514, 516,

621, 683, 1089,

1410, 2401

Board Policy

006, 811

*Attachments Transportation Agenda page 1 of 1


WORK SESSION



TRANSPORTATION AGENDA,

Mrs. Lueers, Chair

TO: Ms. Balason, Mrs. Hennessey, Mrs. Lamagna, Mrs. Litwiler, Mr. Shages, Mr. Stein, Mr. Vasko,

Mr. Wesley Dr. Loughead, Dr. Cunningham, Mr. Kline


There is no report this evening





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