Summary of Minutes Regular Board Meeting Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Summary of Minutes
Regular Board Meeting
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
The Board of Education of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District held a Regular Board Meeting on
Wednesday, December 12, 2012. President, John R. Quinn called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM.
Superintendent Dr. Bernard S. Prevuznak led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Board Secretary Leonard B. Przywara called the roll.
9 MEMBERS PRESENT: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn
President Quinn stated:
 The chair wishes to announce that the Board held an Executive Session following the Regular Board
Meeting of November 5, 2012, an Executive Session on November 29, 2012, prior to the Special
Board Meeting of December 3, 2012, recessed for Executive Session during the Special Board
Meeting of December 3, 2012, an Executive Session on Monday, December 10, 2012, and prior to the
Regular Board Meeting of December 12, 2012.
 THE SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION RELATED SOLELY TO MATTERS OF
EMPLOYEE RELATIONS, LABOR NEGOTIATIONS, AND/OR THREATENED OR ACTUAL
LITIGATION.
Mr. Elmy moved, seconded by Mr. Corcoran, to approve the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of
November 5, 2012, the Reorganization Meeting of December 3, 2012 and the Special Board Meeting –General
Purposes held on December 3, 2012 and dispense with the reading of those minutes. The vote was as follows:
All In Favor: 9 Ayes: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn
Treasurer’s Report
Business Manager/Board Secretary, Leonard B. Przywara, presented the Treasurer’s Report for the month ending
October 31, 2012.
Dr. Corcoran moved, seconded by Mr. Latinski, to accept the Treasurer’s report for the month ending
October 31, 2012. The vote was as follows:
9 Ayes: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn
There were no bids to be opened
Unfinished Business
Dr. Susek motioned, seconded by Miss Katsock, to amend the Hiring Policy, under Section A to change the
recommended number of candidates from five (5) to three (3) to be recommended. The vote was as follows:
4 Ayes: Evans, Katsock, Susek, Toole
5 Nays: Corcoran, Elmy, Galella, Latinski, Quinn
Motion did not pass

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Communication from Superintendent
Dr. Prevuznak addressed the Board in regard to the following subjects:
1. Monies raised at the three (3) “Pink Out” selected athletic events
a. Meyers - $169.00 - donated to Candies Place
b. G.A.R. - $106.00 - donated to Candies Place
c. Coughlin $346.00 – donated to medical Oncology Associates Prescription Fund
2. Explanation of how the numbers of daily Elementary Substitutes are calculated.
3. The Mini Mohawks are permitted free admission to one (1) football game per year at Wilkes-Barre
Memorial Stadium. Parking at Kistler Elementary is reserved as a courtesy for coaches and
administrators from opposing Districts/teams and the Athletic Director.
4. The request from the G.A.R. Band Parents regarding the placement of a shed at Wilkes-Barre
Memorial Stadium is still in question. The Football Booster Club does not have room in their shed to
house the band equipment.
5. New Special Education math framework is being introduced in the secondary schools. Mrs. Robatin,
Principal of G.A.R. High School and Mrs. Riley, Director of Special Education are working with the
Secondary math coordinator to implement this program to address PSSA Math scores.
6. An Elementary Reading Committee is being formed to research possible alternatives to the current
SFA Curriculum. This committee will consist of teachers who have reading certificates and randomly
selected grade level teachers from Kindergarten through Eighth Grade. This will be a teacher driven
committee.
Communications from Citizens
Sam Troy, 95 Joseph Lane, Wilkes-Barre, PA
Mr. Troy asked the Board for additional time, in addition to his allotted seven (7) minutes to address the Board.
Mrs. Toole motioned, seconded by Dr. Susek, to grant Mr. Troy additional time, a total of ten (10) minutes
to address the Board. The vote was as follows:
6 Ayes: Evans, Galella, Katsock, Susek, Toole, Quinn
3 Nays: Corcoran, Elmy, Latinski
Motion Passes
Mr. Troy asked the Board when the results of the Forensic Audit would be made public, questioned certain items
listed on the Athletic Report, expressed his opinion in regard to the appointment of the Superintendent, asked the
cost of the Nationwide Search for a Superintendent and also questioned the amount of and reasons for the
Executive Sessions that are held by the Board.
Board Secretary/Business Manager, Leonard Przywara, informed Mr. Troy that the Forensic Audit was completed
and would be presented to the Board at the January, 2013 Regular Board Meeting.
Board Members, Ms. Evans and Mrs. Toole, informed Mr. Troy that the cost of the Nationwide Search for a
Superintendent was approximately $11,000. Both Ms. Evans and Mrs. Toole stated that seventeen (17) candidates
applied, the list of candidates was narrowed and interviews were held.

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Tracey Hughes, 73 Spruce Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA
Ms. Hughes expressed her gratitude to the Board for their recent evaluation of the SFA Reading Program
and also stated that she was happy to see so many faculty members of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District
present at the meeting.
Ms. Hughes asked what the policy was in regard to the agenda for a Board Meeting, noting that there was nothing
listed on the November Board Meeting agenda in regard to the Hiring Policy or the appointment of a
Superintendent for the Wilkes-Barre Area School District, however, both items were addressed and passed by the
Board. Ms. Hughes also stated that she understood that the cost of the “Nationwide Search” for the position of
Superintendent was $10,000 and some Board Members did not feel that the “Nationwide Search” was completed.
Ms. Hughes requested answers from those Board members who voted “yes” in regard to the appointment of Dr.
Bernard Prevuznak as Superintendent of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. Ms. Hughes also expressed to
Dr. Prevuznak that there was nothing personal in her questions regard his appointment as Superintendent.
Ms. Hughes also referred to the Personal Report of the December 3, 2012 Special Board Meeting-General
Purposes, and noted that there were blank spaces on the Personnel Report in regard to several appointments and
asked the reason for their removal on the Personnel Report of the December 12, 2012 Regular Board Meeting.
Ms. Hughes also addressed the Board in regard to the recycling policies of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District
and stated that it is her opinion that recycling is not being addressed properly by the District.
Board Member, Louis Elmy, informed Mr. Troy that in his opinion, the Board had completed the necessary steps to
make an informed decision as to the best candidate to fill the position of Superintendent for the Wilkes-Barre Area
School District and he fully supported the appointment of Dr. Bernard Prevuznak as the new Superintendent of the
Wilkes-Barre Area School District.
Dr. Corcoran informed Ms. Hughes that the blank spaces on the Personnel Report of the December 3, 2012,
Special Board Meeting–General Purposes were removed from the December 12, 2012 Regular Board Meeting
due to the fact that those positions were eliminated/accommodated by existing personnel.
3. Jeff Ney, Wilkes-Barre Township, PA
Mr. Ney addressed the Board in regard to the recent appointment of Dr. Bernard Prevuznak as
Superintendent of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. Mr. Ney, on behalf of himself and the Teachers
Association of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District, expressed to the Board, their support of the Boards
recent decision to appoint Dr. Bernard Prevuznak as Superintendent of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District.
Mr. Ney informed theBoard that an open line of communication has been established with Dr. Prevuznak and
he and his colleagues are looking forward to working together to serve the students and parents/guardians of
students of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District to the best of everyone’s ability.
Mr. Ney also expressed to the Board that he and his colleagues are also aware that this Board is proactive and
are willing to work with the District on any and all aspects in regard to assisting the students of our buildings.
LUZERNE INTERMEDIATE UNIT
Ms. Katsock informed the Board that the minutes of the last meeting of the LIU are available for review and
the next scheduled meeting is December 19, 2012 at 6:00 PM.

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WILKES-BARRE AREA CAREER AND TECHNICAL CENTER
Mr. Latinski stated that the next meeting of the Wilkes-Barre Career and Technical Center will be held
on December 17, 2012 and the minutes from the last meeting of the Wilkes-Barre Career and Technical
Center are available for review.
CURRICULUM COMMITTEE REPORT
Mr. Latinski presented the following report and recommendations for the Board’s approval:
1. That approval be given to enter into a sub-grant agreement with the Luzerne Intermediate Unit 18 for
implementation of Race to the Top-Phase 3 (RTT3) funds for the project period July 1, 2012 through
September 30, 2015, in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined therein. A complete copy
of the agreement (Exhibit “A”) is on file in the Office of the Board Secretary and incorporated into this
resolution with full force and effect as if same had been pronounced in its entirety herein.
2. That approval be given to enter into “Contractual Service Agreements” with the following listed
providers, which providers have been determined qualified by the Pennsylvania Department of
Education to assist the District in accomplishing the supplemental educational instruction mandates of
No Child Left Behind. The agreements shall expire on May 31, 2013. A complete copy of each
Provider Agreement is on file, and available for inspection in the Office of the Board Secretary.
1. #1 in Learning Online Inc.
2. A Tree of Knowledge Educational Services, Inc.
dba #1 in Learning
3. American Tudor, Inc.
4. ATS Project Success
5. Datamatics, Inc. dba
Achieve Highpoints
6. Education Futures Corp.
7. Tutorial Services, Inc.
8. Wilkes-Barre Area School District
3. That approval be given to enter into a “Purchase of Education Service Agreement” with Friendship
House, 1509 Maple Street, Scranton, PA to provide special education services to the Wilkes-
Barre Area School District for the 2012-2013 school year. A complete copy of the agreement
(Exhibit “B”) is on file in the Office of the Board Secretary and incorporated into this resolution with
full force and effect as if same had been pronounced in its entirety herein.
Mr. Latinski moved, seconded Ms. Evans, to adopt the report. The vote was as follows:
9 Ayes: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn

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BUDGET FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
Dr. Corcoran presented the following report and recommendations for the Board’s approval:
A. ADMINISTRATIVE
1. That approval be given to the below listed payments:
Contractor Project Fund
Cert/Applic.
Invoice #
Payment Due
Apollo Group, Inc. E.L. Meyers Boiler Room
Building Roof
Capital Projects 05 $501.80
Dunmore Roofing &
Supply Co. Inc.
E.L. Meyers Boiler
Building Roof Capital Projects 01 $72,000.00
Mark J. Sobeck Roof
Consulting, Inc.
E.L. Meyers Boiler
Building Roof
Replacement
Capital Projects 3452 $735.00
Mark J. Sobeck Roof
Consulting, Inc.
E.L. Meyers Boiler
Building Roof
Replacement
Capital Projects 3487 $735.00
TCI Environmental
Services, Inc.
E.L. Meyers Water Pipe
Insulation Capital Projects 8262 $805.00
2. That approval be given to exonerate the following listed property owner from the payment of real property
taxes. The Pennsylvania State Veterans’ Commission for Real Estate Tax Exemption has verified with the
Department of Veterans’ Affairs that the property owner is totally and permanently disabled as a result of
service connected causes incurred during a period of war or armed conflict.
PROPERY OWNER ADDRESS EFFECTIVE DATE
Harry E. Hynes 240 Pulaski Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA
June 12, 2012
3. That ratification be given to the Repository Tax Sales by Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent
for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau as follows:
OWNER PARCEL NO. PROPOSED BID
Linda Gayle
62 North Fulton Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA
73-H10SW4-006-055 $500.00
Kenneth Allan Cole
325 North River Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA
73-H10NW4-014-003 $994.00

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ADDENDUM
1. That the request of Vasily M. Visotsky, Pastor of the Russian-Ukrainian Baptist Church for the
forgiveness of school taxes for year 2012, on property located at 63 Hillside Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA
be approved.
2. That approval be given to make application to the National Credit Union Administration, Region II,
1900 Duke Street, VA 22314 to include the students of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District in the
field of membership of the W-BEE Federal Credit Union, the credit union which currently serves
District employees. This membership would be extended to the entire student body of the School
District.
B. FEDERAL
That, in accordance with the authority of the Board, the following Federal Project wire transfers #127
and Chapter I wire transfers #1058-1066 and check #580 and checks #1156-1161 were drawn for
payment since the last special meeting of the Board of Education held on November 5, 2012
be approved.
C. That payment be approved for the following General Fund wire transfers #1832-1851 and checks
#29961-30037 and Food Service checks #2085-2104 which were drawn for payment since the last
special meeting of the Board of Education held on November 5, 2012.
D. That the checks listed on the following pages # 30042-30314 which have been inspected be
approved and that orders be drawn for the respective amounts set down opposite the names of
persons or firms.
Dr. Corcoran moved, seconded by Mr.Latinski, to adopt the report. The vote was as follows:
9 Ayes: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn
1 Nay: Katsock – C & D
1 Nay: Administration – item #1
There was no ATHLETIC COMMITTEE REPORT

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CONTRACTED SERVICES COMMITTEE REPORT
Dr. Susek presented the following report and recommendations for the Board’s approval:
1. That approval be given to authorize the District’s Technology Department to develop a Request For
Proposal (RFP) for the acquisition, and installation of a District-wide telephone system, and to
advertise for same.
2. That having inspected the RFP’s opened on November 21, 2012 that the award is made to the
following bidder for the G.A.R. Auditorium Ceiling Stained Glass Skylights Repair:
Associated Crafts, Inc. $99,060 (complete restoration Option A)
Cranberry Twp., PA (Proposal attached –Exhibit A)
Other proposals received were:
Complete Restore-Option A Removal Option B
Cumberland Stained Glass, Inc. $106,600 N/A
Mechanicsburg, PA
Kasmark & Marshall* $218,280* $74,450*
Luzerne, PA
Baut Studios, Inc. $332,870* $146,720*
Swoyersville, PA
*(These two proposals do not include scaffolding needed to reach job)
ADDENDUM
3. That approval be given to retain the services of Sweet, Stevens, Katz and Williams, LLP and George
F. Shovlin, Esquire to represent this District’s interest in the Northeast Pennsylvania School Districts
Health Trust, pursuant to the fee agreement in respect to same. DID NOT PASS
4. That approval be given to retain the services of Sweet, Stevens, Katz and Williams, LLP to advise and
consult this District, in respect to its interest in participating in a coordinated bargaining committee,
pursuant to the fee agreement in respect to same. DID NOT PASS
Dr. Susek moved, seconded by Ms. Evans, to adopt the report. The vote was as follows:
9 Ayes: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn
4 Nays: Katsock, Latinski, Toole, Quinn – ADDENDUM - #1 & #2
At this time Board Member, Dino Galella called for a re-vote.
The Revote was as follows:
9 Ayes: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn
8 Nay: Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek Toole, Quinn – ADDENDUM -Items #1 & #2
ADDENDUM ITEMS #1 & #2 DID NOT PASS
At this time Dr. Corcoran requested reconsideration of the vote and after discussion between all Board
members, it was decided that there would not be a reconsideration of the vote in regard to the Contracted
Service Committee Report.

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BUILDING & GROUNDS COMMITTEE REPORT
Dr. Susek presented the following report and recommendations for the Board’s approval:
1. Requests for USE OF GYMS, STADIUMS & FIELDS:
DAN FLOOD ELEMENTARY
a. The PTO of Dan Flood Elementary requests permission to hold a “Movie Night” on Friday,
December 14, 2012 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The movie has been viewed by Marlena Nockley,
Principal, and deemed appropriate for anyone who may be attending.
DODSON ELEMENTARY
a. Patrick Upton, head coach of the Upper 90 Shockwave, requests permission to rent the gym at
Dodson Elementary School, when available, on Monday’s from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, beginning
December 10, 2012 through February 25, 2013. Proof of insurance has been provided to the
Wilkes-Barre Area School District and all participants in the Soccer Program will sign a liability
waiver.
KISTLER ELEMENTARY
a. John Koval volunteer coach of a 5th and 6th grade boys basketball team, comprised of Kistler
students, who are participating in The Community Winter Boys/Girls Basketball Sunday League,
requests permission to use the gym at Kistler Elementary strictly for basketball practice, on one or
two week days when gym is available December, 2012 through February, 2013. Practice will be
held in the evening between 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM, for no longer than two hours. Proof of liability
will be provided to the Wilkes-Barre Area School District.
SOLOMON/PLAINS EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX
a. John Woloski, Principal and Brian Fischer, Activities Director, of Solomon/Plains Jr. High, request
permission to hold a ‘Winter Wonderfest Dinner Dance” for 7th and 8th grade students to be held in
the cafeteria on Friday, February 8, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
b. John Woloski, Principal, Brian Fischer, Activities Director, of Solomon/Plains Jr. High and Sean
Flynn, Principal of Solomon/Plains Elementary, request permission to hold a “Charity Basketball
Game” to raise funds for “The Children’s Miracle Network” on Friday, March 1, 2013 from 6:00 PM
to 10:00 PM. All faculty, staff and administration who participate in the event will sign an insurance
waiver.
C. Solomon Plains Elementary PTA requests permission to host a “Toy Bingo Fundraiser” in the
cafeteria on Friday, February 1, 2012 from 3:30 PM to 9:30 PM.
Dr. Susek moved, seconded by Ms. Evans, to adopt the report. The vote was as follows:
9 Ayes: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn
1 Nay: Katsock – Solomon/Plains Educational Complex – item a

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LEGISLATIVE /FEDERAL REPORT
Mr. Elmy presented the following report and recommendations for the Board’s approval:
1. That approval be given to authorize the District to enter into Inter-District Agreements with
other Local Educational Agencies (LEAs), to provide Title I services to participating
non-public school students who meet the eligibility requirements of Title I, Improving Basic Programs.
Mr. Elmy moved, seconded by Ms. Evans, to adopt the report. The vote was as follows:
9 Ayes: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn
MATERIAL SUPPLIES REPORT
Mr. Latinski presented the following report and recommendations for the Board’s approval:
(1) That having inspected the bids opened on November 14, 2012 that the award is made to the following
bidders for Spring Sports Equipment and Supplies.
LOW AWARD TOTAL
COUGHLIN BASEBALL
1. 3 dz Easton Incrediball Softstitch Baseball, 1B1DZ $28.85 C.ROBBINS $86.55
2. 3 dz Baseball Express All Weather Practice Ball,BBXAWDZ $22.10 C.ROBBINS $66.30
3. 2 ea Team Express Gear Batting Tee Replacement Inner Sleeve, NO SUB $4.75 C.ROBBINS $9.50
4. 3 dz Blemish Practice Balls, A1010 Wilson $24.97 RIDDELL $74.91
5. 3 ea Team Express Gear Batting Tee, NO SUB $14.69 C.ROBBINS $44.07
6. 1 ea L-Frames, Easton A162711, 7' X 7', NO SUB $166.39 C.ROBBINS $166.39
7. 1 ea Bat,Louisville Slugger Exogrid 2 2013 Adult , BBCA, 32"- 29oz. BBCOR $208.95 PYRAMID $208.95
8. 1 ea Bat,Easton 2013 XL2 -3 Adult , BB11X2, 32"- 29oz. BBCOR $167.86 BSN $167.86
9. 1 ea Bat,Easton 2013 Speed S2 -3 Adult Baseball, BB11S2, 32"-29oz BBCOR $167.86 BSN $167.86
10. 1 ea Bat,DeMarini 2013 CF5 -3 Adult Baseball,DXCFC13, 33"-30oz.BBCOR $304.95 PYRAMID $304.95
11. 1 ea Bat,DeMarini 2013 Voodoo -3 Adult Baseball,DXVDC13, 33"-30oz.BBCOR $229.95 PYRAMID $229.95
12. 48 pr Socks, solid tube OBK Twin City,red 9-12 $1.74 C.ROBBINS $83.52
LOW AWARD TOTAL
13. 36 ea Belts, Adams Adult 1 1/2" Elastic Belt,red web, BUCK26, 32"- 46" $1.69 BSN $60.84
14. 72 ea Baseball caps, Richardson Flexfit 585 wool blend, Scarlet w/emboidered $10.91 C.ROBBINS $785.52

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tiffany letter "C" Navy/wht border, navy eyelets
sizes:44 SM, 28ML
$2,457.17
G.A.R. BASEBALL
15. 44 ea Baseball Caps, PFX 400 Outdoor Pro Flex $10.65 C.ROBBINS $468.60
Wool, Navy with Grey Full Block "G" embroidered
on front, Sizes: 24 s/m, 20 m/l, NO SUBSTITUTE
16. 40 ea Baseball Caps, Richardson Flexfit Surge 585, gray cap with 3D $13.62 BSN $544.80
navy on White Two-Color Lettering on Front-Team Script
Letter "G", Back "GRENADIERS"
Full Block in navy Sizes: 18 s/m, 22 m/l No Sub.
17. 2 ea Bat, Louisville Exogrid2 -3 Adult, BB12EX2, 32"/29oz, 33"/30oz, BBCOR $208.95 PYRAMID $417.90
18. 2 ea Bat,Easton S3 -3 Adult, BB11X2, 32"/29oz. 33"/30oz., BBCOR $167.86 BSN $335.72
19. 2 ea Bat, Easton Reflex, A111616, 32"/29oz, 33"/30oz, BBCOR $58.00
GOLDEN
ARM $116.00
20. 1 ea Bat, DeMarini CF5, 31"/28oz, WTDXCF2831, BBCOR $304.95 PYRAMID $304.95
21. 1 ea Pitch counter, Easton dual $5.94 C.ROBBINS $5.94
22. 1 ea Line-up cards,Glover's 4 sheet, 35/pk, BB-103, NO SUB $3.38 C.ROBBINS $3.38
23. 72 pr Baseball socks, Twin Cities Ultimate, Navy, OBK $2.93 BSN $210.96
24. 2 ea Batting tee, heavy duty, UBO50 $14.96 C.ROBBINS $29.92
25. 2 ea Scorebooks, Peterson Baseball $2.94 C.ROBBINS $5.88
26. 1 ea Pitcher's caddy, 1851 $78.23 C.ROBBINS $78.23
27. 2 ea Fungo Bat, Louisville all-purpose, K100 NO SUBSTITUTE $27.95 PYRAMID $55.90
28. 4 dz Synthetic Cover Official Size Baseballs OLB 10 Wilson $19.98 PYRAMID $79.92
29. 4 dz Baseball, Jugs Lite B5000 $17.14 C.ROBBINS $68.56
30. 12 ea Baseball belts, UB , navy $1.69 BSN $20.28
31. 2 ea Equipment bag, wheeled, black, Easton Brigade A163137, NO SUB $100.75 C.ROBBINS $201.50
32. 2 dz Easton Incrediball Softstitch Baseball,A122305 $28.80 C.ROBBINS $57.60
33. 1 ea Hanging helmet bag, A163143 $16.75 CANNON $16.75
34. 1 ea Hanging bat bag, A163142 $11.97 RIDDELL $11.97
LOW AWARD TOTAL
35. 1 ea Catcher's head gear,Easton Stealth SE, navy/gray, A165300, NO SUB $90.89 C.ROBBINS $90.89
36. 1 ea Catcher's chest protector,Easton Stealth Speed, Navy A165060 NO SUB $90.26 C.ROBBINS $90.26

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37. 1 ea Catcher's leg protector,Easton Stealth, navy/gray, A165061, NO SUB $90.26 C.ROBBINS $90.26
38. 1 ea Glove, first base, Rawlings Baseman Mitt, PROTMKB $245.00
GOLDEN
ARM $245.00
39. 1 ea Glove,catcher's, Rawlings Pro, PRO43CMJT, NO SUB $174.00
GOLDEN
ARM $174.00
40. 1 ea Batting tee, Rawlings portable, QUICKTEEPRO, NO SUB $23.97 RIDDELL $23.97
41. 1 ea Batting tee, Rawlings 5 position, 5POSITEE, NO SUB $28.61 C.ROBBINS $28.61
42. 1 ea Timer, Robic w/memory $10.99 S&S $10.99
$3,788.74
MEYERS BASEBALL
43. 42 ea Baseball Caps, Richardson Flex Fit 585, Grey/royal $12.20 C.ROBBINS $512.40
with Royal Blue on gold embroidered Michigan M
on Front and MOHAWKS on Back, 24-SM/M, 18-L/XL,NO SUB
44. 42 ea Baseball Caps, Outdoor PFX400, Royal blue with gold $12.20 C.ROBBINS $512.40
on White Embroidered Michigan M on front,
24-sm/med, 18-med/lg, NO SUB
45. 8 ea Thermal long sleeve shirts,Therma Base Pro Style Trainer,fleece,royal $39.75 C.ROBBINS $318.00
Embroidered on V insert, Mohawk Logo royal/nat/gold,as had
sizes: 2-M, 4- L, 2-XL, NO SUB
46. 48 pr Baseball Socks, Royal Blue Twin Cities, 24 pr- UB10 Sizes: 10-13 $2.82 C.ROBBINS $135.36
24pr- UB8 sizes: 8-10, NO SUB
47. 24 pr Baseball Socks,Gold Twin Cities,12 pr- UB10 Sizes: 10-13 $2.82 C.ROBBINS $67.68
12pr- UB8 sizes: 8-10, NO SUB
48. 48 ea Athletic Supporters with Cup 7185, 24M, 24L $6.46 C.ROBBINS $310.08
49. 2 ea Fungo, Easton maple wood, 37" black/clear,MLF3, NO SUB $37.19 C.ROBBINS $74.38
50. 1 ea Anchor dig-out tool $3.09 BSN $3.09
51. 2 ea Bat,Easton Power Brigade,S3-3,32"/29oz. 33"/30oz BBCOR $145.62 C.ROBBINS $291.24
52. 2 ea Bat,Easton Power Brigade,XL3-3,32"/29oz. 33"/30oz BBCOR $145.62 C.ROBBINS $291.24
53. 2 ea Bat,Rawlings 5150 alloy -3 ,BG2, 32"-29oz. 33"/30oz, BBCOR $142.87 C.ROBBINS $285.74
54. 1 set Rubber base plugs w/indicator $11.93 C.ROBBINS $11.93
55. 2 ea Bat,Easton Reflex -3, 32"-29oz. 31"/28oz, BBCOR-3 $58.00
GOLDEN
ARM $116.00
LOW AWARD TOTAL
56. 2 ea Bat,Louisville Omaha -3,BB126, 32"-29oz. 33"/30oz, BBCOR $138.47 C.ROBBINS $276.94
57. 2 ea Bat Louisville Wood Ash Natural, MLB125FT -32 $24.73 C.ROBBINS $49.46

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58. 2 ea Bat Louisville Wood Ash Natural, MLB125FT -33 $24.73 C.ROBBINS $49.46
59. 1 ea Warm-Up bat, adjustable weight, 34"/90oz $53.85 C.ROBBINS $53.85
60. 1 ea Batting tee, Osborne yellow pro, hexagon, single position w/1 stem $78.75 C.ROBBINS $78.75
61. 1 ea Equipment bag, Rawlings Pro Preferred w/wheels, PROWB12 NO SUB $76.95 C.ROBBINS $76.95
62. 1 ea Chest protector, 950X Series 17" adult, Royal Blue, NO SUB $49.99 C.ROBBINS $49.99
63. 8 ea Baseball pants, Rawlings Pro-Weight Gray w/royal blue pinstripes $61.46 C.ROBBINS $491.68
33" finished hem,CP5-95, 3-28", 3-30", 23-32" NO SUB
64. 8 ea Batting helmets, Easton Two-toned Natural, white/royal, 4JR, 4SR,NO SUB $23.09 C.ROBBINS $184.72
65. 2 ea Scorebooks, Peterson's Scoremaster $2.94 C.ROBBINS $5.88
66. 2 ea Line-up cards,Glover's 4 sheet, 35/pk, BB-103, NO SUB $3.38 C.ROBBINS $6.76
67. 1 ea Home plate mat, Turf Mat, painted 6' x 12' $341.03 RIDDELL $341.03
68. 1 ea Chest protector, Schutt S3 13", Royal/black ,NO SUB $64.74 C.ROBBINS $64.74
69. 1 pr Leg guards, Schutt S3 14", Royal/Black, NO SUB $70.80 C.ROBBINS $70.80
70. 1 ea Catcher's mask, Schutt hockey style, Royal blue NO SUB $46.07 C.ROBBINS $46.07
$4,776.62
COUGHLIN JR HIGH BASEBALL (SOL/PLNS)
71. 2 pkg Line-up cards,Glover's 4 sheet, 35/pk, NO SUB $3.38 C.ROBBINS $6.76
72. 3 ea Scorebooks, Peterson Baseball $2.94 C.ROBBINS $8.82
73. 6 dz Practice balls, Wilson A110105 $24.97 RIDDELL $149.82
74. 2 ea Fungo Bat, Easton A111416 NO SUBSTITUTE $41.88 C.ROBBINS $83.76
75. 70 ea T-Shirts, Russell, navy w/ red front imprint script "COUGHLIN BASEBALL $6.23 C.ROBBINS $436.10
with tail, white numbers #1-70
on back, sizes as follows:
15-Adult small , 25-medium, 20-large, 10 extra large
76. 70 pr Socks, red, Twin Cities 10-13 OBK $1.74 C.ROBBINS $121.80
77. 60 ea Baseball caps,Flexfit 585 wool blend, red w/emboidered $10.90 C.ROBBINS $654.00
tiffany letter "C" navyt/wht border
sizes:60 SM, 10 ML
LOW AWARD TOTAL
78. 3 dz Baseball Express Safe-T-Soft T-Ball Baseball $19.45 C.ROBBINS $58.35

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79. 2 ea Markwort Metal Pitch Counter $3.29 BSN $6.58
80. 3 ea Bat,Louisville Slugger Exogrid 2 2013 Adult , 1 -30/27oz. $208.95 PYRAMID $626.85
1-31/28oz. 1- 32/29oz. BBCOR
81. 2 ea Bat,Easton 2013 XL2 -3 Adult , BB11X2, 1- 32"- 29oz. 1- 31"/28oz BBCOR $167.86 BSN $335.72
$2,488.56
COUGHLIN GIRLS SOFTBALL
82. 36 pr Socks, Adult Solid Multi-Sport Game Sock, Navy, Knee-High $1.64 C.ROBBINS $59.04
83. 2 ea Batting tees, Schutt 12810500 HD, blk $13.42 C.ROBBINS $26.84
84. 1 ea Glovers Binder AC-900, NO SUB $15.86 C.ROBBINS $15.86
85. 2 dz Jugs Lite Flite Softball Practice Balls, 12" yellow $21.64 C.ROBBINS $43.28
86. 2 ea Jugs Pop-Up Portable Instant Screen $115.90 C.ROBBINS $231.80
87. 1 pk Line-Up Cards, 50/pkg, Glovers $6.60 C.ROBBINS $6.60
88. 1 ea Bat, Easton 2012 Synge -11.5 Fastpitch Bat, 34" 22.5oz $209.30 C.ROBBINS $209.30
89. 1 ea Bat, Easton 2012 Synge -11.5 Fastpitch Bat, 33" 21.5oz $209.30 C.ROBBINS $209.30
90. 30 ea Pants,Women's Low Rise Polyester Pant, Teamwork #3242, 14oz stretch $30.50 C.ROBBINS $915.00
polyester, scarlet, NO SUB
2- L(30-33), 2- XL(33-36), 2- 2XL(36-39), 2-3XL
91. 4 ea Ball bucket, Macgregor Blue Ball Bucket with Padded Lid, 6gal $9.86 C.ROBBINS $39.44
$1,756.46
COUGHLIN JR. HI GIRLS SOFTBALL
92. 1 ea Lite Flite pitching machine $409.56 BSN $409.56
93. 3 dz Jugs Sports 12" Lite Flite Softballs $24.60 CANNON $73.80
94. 1 dz Easton 12" Yellow Incrediball Training Softball $39.93 C.ROBBINS $39.93
95. 2 ea Equipment team bag w/wheels, large.36" x 12" x 15" $39.91 C.ROBBINS $79.82
96. 1 ea Softball Scorebook, Glovers, 25 game/binder, NO SUB $9.50 C.ROBBINS $9.50
$612.61
G.A.R. GIRLS SOFTBALL
LOW AWARD TOTAL
97. 12 pr Softball Custom Socks, Longstreth TCLTA/S $5.16 C.ROBBINS $61.92

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Adult Size, Navy with White Lettering "GRENADIERS" vertical
98. 1 ea Softball Scorebook, Glover's short form/book,GLSB $9.50 C.ROBBINS $9.50
99. 25 ea Softball T Shirts, Short Sleeve, White with Navy,numbered 1-25,8" on back $6.40 C.ROBBINS $160.00
Lettering on front "GRENADIER" over "SOFTBALL"
Unisex Sizes: 1XS, 8-S, 8-M, 4-L, 3-XL, 1-XXL
100. 26 ea Softball T-Shirts, UA Diamond Mock Turtleneck, Navy Blue long sleeve with $18.16 C.ROBBINS $472.16
"G.A.R." embroidered in white on collar. Sizes: 4XS, 8S, 8M, 4L, 2-XL
101 12 ea Softball Visors, Longstreth SDZV/S, Dazzle Navy with $9.62 C.ROBBINS $115.44
one color white letters block with grey outline G.A.R. NO SUB
102 1 ea Bat, Easton Atmos fastpitch (-12) SOFTBALL A113167 , 30" (18 oz) $48.38 C.ROBBINS $48.38
103 1 ea Bat, Easton Atmos fastpitch (-12) SOFTBALL A113167 , 31" (19 oz) $48.38 C.ROBBINS $48.38
104 1 ea Batting tee, Rite-Way $109.85 C.ROBBINS $109.85
105 2 ea Softball Hit-A-Way,SJS02-100-04 $23.28 BSN $46.56
106 2 ea Reaction ball, FPR801-000-04 $2.96 BSN $5.92
$1,078.11
G.A.R. JR. HIGH GIRLS SOFTBALL
107 1 ea Equipment bag, wheeled DB2000, 39" X 18" $39.91 C.ROBBINS $39.91
108 12 pr Softball Custom Socks, Longstreth TCLTA/S $5.16 C.ROBBINS $61.92
Adult Size, Navy with White Lettering "GRENADIERS"
109 12 ea Softball Visors, Longstreth SDZV/S, Dazzle Navy with $8.11 C.ROBBINS $97.32
one color white letters block with grey outline G.A.R. NO SUB
110 1 ea Scorebook, Glover short form, GLSB $9.50 C.ROBBINS $9.50
111 2 ea Zip-N-Hit Pro,SZH01-000-04 $23.00 C.ROBBINS $46.00
112 1 ea Bat, Easton Atmos fastpitch, softball (-12) , 30" (18 oz), NO SUB $48.38 C.ROBBINS $48.38
113 1 ea Bat, Easton Atmos fastpitch, softball (-12) , 31" (19 oz), NO SUB $48.38 C.ROBBINS $48.38
114 1 ea LL Target Trainer, SJS09-200-02 $32.85 C.ROBBINS $32.85
115 1 pr Knee Saver, Adult, KS2, Navy $17.92 C.ROBBINS $17.92
116 24 ea Pants, womens low-rise softball, knicker length,navy/navy, 72447XK $30.77 C.ROBBINS $738.48
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$1,140.66
MEYERS GIRLS SOFTBALL
117 25 ea Softball long sleeve Under-Armour #1001512, Long Sleeve Mock $26.98 C.ROBBINS $674.50
Turtle,White, Sizes: 5S, 10M, 6L, 4XL
118 36 pr Softball Socks, Twin Cities Acrylic Tube Sock Solid, Navy $1.64 C.ROBBINS $59.04
119. 25 ea Tee-shirts, Russell short sleeve basic style 67014MR, Navy, $3.88 C.ROBBINS $97.00
sizes: 9-S, 9-M, 5-L, 2-XL
120. 1 ea Bat, Easton Stealth Speed -10, 2012 FP11ST10, 33"/23oz $198.00
GOLDEN
ARM $198.00
121. 2 ea Bat, Easton Synergy Speed -10, 2012 FP11SY10, 33"/23oz $189.00
GOLDEN
ARM $378.00
122. 1 ea Bat, Worth 454 Legit 2013 FP4L10, 32"/22oz $203.94 C.ROBBINS $203.94
123. 1 ea Bat, DeMarini CF5 (-9) FP DXCFF, 33"/24oz $205.07 C.ROBBINS $205.07
124. 1 ea Chest Protector, Easton Synge, Royal blue, Youth Interm $58.92 C.ROBBINS $58.92
125. 2 ea Leg guard, Easton Synge, right and left, Royal blue, Youth interm $58.92 C.ROBBINS $117.84
126. 2 ea Scorebook, Glovers short form $9.50 C.ROBBINS $19.00
127. 1 ea Catchers mask, Schutt Youth, Royal blue $82.50 C.ROBBINS $82.50
128 2 ea Schutt Swing-Rite Tee, NO SUB $109.85 C.ROBBINS $219.70
129 1 ea Catcher's mitt,Louisville TPS Catalyst fast pitch,basket web 32 1/2" Right $66.30 C.ROBBINS $66.30
130 1 ea Bow Net Soft Tosss screen BN-ST $127.28 BSN $127.28
131 1 ea Bow Net Big Mouth screen,BN-BBM $133.78 BSN $133.78
132 24 ea Whiffle balls, softball size $0.57 S&S $13.68
133 2 ea Hanging bat bag, Easton Team $12.92 BSN $25.84
134 10 ea Mouth guards, Shock Doctor Gel Max strapless, blue, adult $6.84 BSN $68.40
135 10 ea Mouth guards, Shock Doctor Double Barces, strapless, blue, adult $9.17 C.ROBBINS $91.70
136 12 ea Whiffle balls, golfball size $0.17 C.ROBBINS $2.04
137 3 ea Medicine balls, rubber, 4lb, 6lb, 8lb $17.78 BSN $53.34
138 1 ea Agility ladder $21.79 CANNON $21.79
139 2 ea Powerchute strength training chute $34.82 C.ROBBINS $69.64
140 1 ea Grooming rake, Double Play, 36" w $35.35 C.ROBBINS $35.35
141 1 ea Dirt Tamp 10" square base w/48" handle $54.34 BSN $54.34

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LOW AWARD TOTAL
$3,076.99
COUGHLIN BOYS/GIRLS VARSITY TRACK
142 1 ea Discus, Orange Flyer UCS, MF9214A, 1.6kg, NO SUB $205.00 MFA $205.00
143 1 ea Discus, Blue Flyer UCS, MF5396A, 1.6kg, NO SUB $168.00 MFA $168.00
144 2 ea Discus, Womens 1kg, MF4252A, NO SUB $5.42 C.ROBBINS $10.84
145 1 ea Shot put, First Place ,turned iron MF4471A, 12LB $43.00 MFA $43.00
146 6 ea Champion athletic sweatshirt w/hoods, size Med, navy $36.00 C.ROBBINS $216.00
two color imprint on front (Coughlin winged foot design) scarlet/wht
two color imprint on back
(Large letter C with winged foot inside) scarlet/wht
3-S, 3-XXL, 1-XXXXL
147. 6 ea Sweatpants,Champion, size large, navy, as had to match last year $13.08 C.ROBBINS $78.48
Sizes: 2-XL, 3-XXL, 1- XXXXL
148. 1 ea Pole vault pole, UCS Spirit, 14' 1'/160LB, SP430173 NO SUB $515.00 MFA $515.00
149. 12 bg needle spikes,3/16", MF 4638A, 100/bg $7.98 C.ROBBINS $95.76
150. 2 ea Starter pistol blanks .32 black powder, MF4741 $38.00 AAE $76.00
151. 1 ea Starting blocks, First Place International 4-Angle Adjustable, MF4062 $74.44 C.ROBBINS $74.44
152. 2 ea Shot and Discus Carrier w/ handle, MF2142A $4.67 BSN $9.34
153. 1 ea Javelin, Nordic Sport AB Master 60M, 3706 $435.00 MFA $435.00
$1,926.86
COUGHLIN JR. HIGH BOYS/GIRLS TRACK
NO ORDER
G.A.R. BOYS/GIRLS TRACK
154 1 ea Video, "Getting Started" Coaching HS Track, TD2485ADVD $59.59 C.ROBBINS $59.59
155 1 ea Video, Sprint Hurdles Drills and Progression, TD39938 DVD $59.59 C.ROBBINS $59.59
156 ea Video, Horizontal Jumps Blueprint for Success, TD3742F DVD $33.95 MFA
157 ea Video, Hurdles Blueprint for Success, TD3742B DVD $33.95 MFA
158 1 ea Video, Coaching Championship Sprint Relays, TD4010A DVD $74.43 C.ROBBINS $74.43

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LOW AWARD TOTAL
159 1 ea Video, Speed and Bounding Drills for H- jumps, TD03993G DVD $74.43 C.ROBBINS $74.43
160 2 ea Core Roller, Power Systems 92446 $12.55 C.ROBBINS $25.10
161 2 ea Stretch Out strap w/chart, Power Systems 70400 $16.00 MFA $32.00
162 1 ea Stretch Out strap w/DVD, Power Systems 70430 $43.14 C.ROBBINS $43.14
163 1 ea Pro Wrist roller, Power Systems 67090 $37.39 C.ROBBINS $37.39
164 1 ea Single triceps rope, Power Systems 50735 $16.59 C.ROBBINS $16.59
165 1 ea Double grip handle strap, Power Systems 50715 $27.00 MFA $27.00
166 1 ea VersaBalance Pad $42.50 MFA $42.50
167 1 ea First Place Plyometric Power Hurdles $25.31 C.ROBBINS $25.31
168 2 ea Bullet Belt, Deluxe pop and rip, 7648MF $38.67 C.ROBBINS $77.34
169 4 ea PB Elite Foam Rollers, 6" round, 3' long $17.00 MFA $68.00
170 5 ea PB Elite Foam Rollers, 6" round, 1' long $9.31 C.ROBBINS $46.55
171. 10 bag Spikes, pyramid, 3/16" 100/bg $7.98 C.ROBBINS $79.80
172. 10 bag Spikes, needle, 3/16" 100/bg $7.98 C.ROBBINS $79.80
173. 1 ea Jump Ramp,4925 MF $537.22 C.ROBBINS $537.22
$1,405.78
MEYERS TRACK
174. 1 ea Crossbar lifter $12.24 BSN $12.24
175. 3 ea Elastic foam crossbar $9.64 C.ROBBINS $28.92
176. 1 ea Track spike kit, 1600 needles $107.67 C.ROBBINS $107.67
177. 1 ea Cross bar,polevault, UCS Spirit, 14ft-10in $74.28 C.ROBBINS $74.28
178 3 ea Spike ratchet wrench $4.99 CANNON $14.97
179 13 ea Batons,aluminum $1.22 BSN $15.86
180 1 ea High jump cross bar $74.28 C.ROBBINS $74.28
181 1 ea Starting block cart $199.00 MFA $199.00
182 1 ea Starting block, Calton Rocket 4-angle adjustable, NO SUB $74.44 C.ROBBINS $74.44
$601.66

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COUGHLIN BOYS TENNIS
LOW AWARD TOTAL
183 3 cs Tennis balls, Wilson X Duty, T1001,Optic Yellow $57.35 C.ROBBINS $172.05
184 18 ea Shorts, mens Adidas Triple Up Shorts, navy, print on right leg in red $25.58 C.ROBBINS $460.44
"COUGHLIN" and "TENNIS" below.
sizes: 4S, 6-M, 6-LG, 2-XL
185 6 ea Grips, Wilson Cushion Aire Contour(1X), NWCUC,Black, NO SUB $7.00 C.ROBBINS $42.00
$674.49
MEYERS BOYS TENNIS
186 2 cs Tennis balls, Wilson X Duty T1001 $57.35 C.ROBBINS $114.70
$114.70
COUGHLIN BOYS VOLLEYBALL
187 2 ea Volleyball Scorebooks NFHS ,Cramer 191307R (NO SUB) $9.52 C.ROBBINS $19.04
188 4 ea Volleyball Game Balls, Baden Perfection VX5EC, NO SUB $41.61 C.ROBBINS $166.44
189 12 pr Knee Pads, Tachikara TKP E4190, White, 6-M, 6-LG round face NO SUB $9.98 PYRAMID $119.76
190 1 ea Net extender, Tandem Sports TSNETEXTEND $15.99 C.ROBBINS $15.99
$321.23
MEYERS BOYS VOLLEYBALL
NO PROGRAM
DISTRICT BASEBALL
191. 60 dz Baseballs, Wilson A1010 PRO-RS SST $62.68 C.ROBBINS $3,760.80
Must Have PIAA Logo, NO SUBSTITUTE
DISTRICT SOFTBALL
192. 20 dz Softballs, Wilson A9011BSST Optic yellow, Must have PIAA $61.79 C.ROBBINS $1,235.80
Logo, NO SUBSTITUTE
$4,996.60
TOTAL $31,217.24

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2. That the optional second year of Custodial Paper bid be awarded to the current vendor Master
Chemical at the annual cost of $36,004.50 for the period of January 1st 2013 to December 31st, 2013
at the same cost as previous year.
Mr. Latinski moved, seconded by Ms. Evans, to adopt the report. The vote was as follows:
9 Ayes: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT
Dr. Susek presented the following report and recommendations for the Board’s approval:
All appointments are made pending receipt of required clearances.
A. Professional
1. That Gina Bartoletti be granted a sabbatical leave beginning January 1, 2013
through June 30, 2013.
2. That Stacy Chronowski be granted a leave under FMLA, beginning February 19, 2013
through May 19, 2013.
3. That Christina Kluger be granted a maternity leave under FMLA, beginning February 5, 2013
through April 5, 2013.
4. That Kaitlyn Carr be granted a leave under FMLA, beginning May 15, 2013
through June 4, 2013.
5. That Brittany Kalinay, be appointed as a Special Education temporary professional
employee on the 6th step of the collective bargaining agreement.
6. The following members of the professional staff, having made claim for incentive raise under the
Collective Bargaining Agreement and having produced official transcripts listing the graduate credits
earned, be granted the following:
Bachelor +39
Kristen Hudack
Masters +27
Jennifer Decker
Leah Cochran
Masters +45 Masters +54
Barry Snyder Karen Blaum
Charles Flannery
Sean McLaughlin
Amanda Noler

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B. CLASSIFIED
Teacher Associates
1. That Tara Konycki be appointed 20 hours/week Teacher Associate.
2. That Amanda Earley be appointed 20 hours/week Teacher Associate.
C. School Athletic Program
1. That Keith Ferenchick be appointed Jr. High Boys Basketball Coach at Coughlin HS.
2. That Jim Post be appointed Assistant Varsity Track Coach at G.A.R. HS.
3. That Jason Prokopchak be appointed Volunteer Jr. HS Assistant Wrestling Coach at Solomon-Plains
and Coughlin HS.
4. That Eileen Spellman be appointed Assistant Swimming Coach at Coughlin HS.
5. That Jacklyn Lane be appointed Volunteer Assistant Swimming Coach at Coughlin HS.
6. That Ryan Kittrick be appointed Assistant Wrestling Coach at Meyers HS.
7. That Ron Swingle, Sr., be appointed Jr. HS Head Wrestling Coach at Meyers HS.
8. That Calvin Bryant be appointed Jr. HS Assistant Boys Basketball Coach at G.A.R. HS.
9. That the resignation of Jeff Ney be accepted with regret as the Swimming Coach at Meyers HS,
effective March 28, 2013.
10. That the resignation of Robert McGrady be accepted with regret as the Jr. HS Track and Field Coach,
effective November 14, 2012.
Dr. Susek moved, seconded by Dr. Corcoran, to adopt the report. The vote was as follows:
9 Ayes: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn
1 Abstain: Elmy – C – Athletic – Item #2
3 Nays: Evans, Katsock, Toole

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Mr. Elmy presented Resolution #1
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the recent death of DOROTHY A. POST has brought sorrow to her family, friends, and all who
knew her; and
WHEREAS, she is the mother of Jim Post, Purchasing Agent, for the Wilkes-Barre Area School District; and
WHEREAS, her passing on November 21, 2012, will leave an unfillable void in the lives of all who knew and
loved her.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that her death be recorded in the minutes of the Board of School Directors
and that the Secretary be instructed to express the sympathy of the members of the Board to her husband, Henry,
sons, James and Edward; daughter, Daria and to her entire family.
Wilkes-Barre, PA
December 12, 2012
Mr. Elmy moved to adopt the Resolution by Acclamation.
Mr. Galella presented Resolution #1
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the recent death of FRANCIS “YOGI” A. MICHAEL has brought sorrow to his family, friends, and
all who knew him; and
WHEREAS, he was a Health and Physical Education Teacher and Athletic Director at Solomon/Plains Jr. High
for the Wilkes-Barre Area School District School; and
WHEREAS, his passing on November 29, 2012 will leave an unfillable void in the lives of all who knew and
loved him.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that his death be recorded in the minutes of the Board of School Directors
and that the Secretary be instructed to express the sympathy of the members of the Board to his wife, Marie; his son,
the Rev. Father David Michael; daughters, Renee, Christina, Janna and Ellen; and to his entire family.
Wilkes-Barre, PA
December 12, 2012
Mr. Galella moved to adopt the Resolution by Acclamation.

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New Business
Dr. Susek motioned, seconded by Ms. Evans, that all voting regarding the appointment of any and all hires,
professional and non-professional be voted on in the presence of a full board, nine members being present.
Ms. Katsock stated that she was in favor of the motion; however, she is not clear on the legality of the motion.
Attorney Wendolowski suggested that it would be appropriate to research the legality of the motion and to also
investigate what the school code states.
Dr. Susek motioned, seconded by Ms. Evans, to table the motion. The vote was as follows:
All In Favor: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn
Mrs. Toole noted that there was an ad in the Citizens Voice On November 10, 2012 which advertised an upcoming
G.A.R. Boys Basketball Booster Club event. Mrs. Toole expressed concerns that the ad stated, tickets could be
purchased from basketball players Mrs. Toole stated that she has attended many of these type of functions and has
no problem with the event, however, she does not feel it is appropriate to have tickets sold by the basketball players,
especially when light alcoholic beverages are served at the event.
Dr. Prevuznak informed the Board that Mrs. Toole has brought this issue to his attention and he has spoken to the
Athletic Director at G.A.R.in regard to the advertisement. Dr. Prevuznak also stated that he is going to inform the
Athletic Directors of all Jr. High and High Schools that they need to be aware of all Booster Club activities.
Mrs. Toole addressed the Board regarding a recent article that was published in a Scranton paper regarding the
Keystone Exams. Mrs. Toole stated that by 2020 students are going to be required to show proficiency in Civics
and Government in the 2020 Keystone Exam. Mrs. Toole stated that she was concerned regarding the Elementary
Curriculum, due to the fact that the District does not address Social Studies specifically. Mrs. Toole further stated
that she was going to motion to have Elementary principals revise the Elementary teaching schedules to pre SFA
time beginning with the start of the 2013-2014 school year, which means that there will be a block of time set aside
each day for Social Studies to be taught in the Elementary grades from possibly Kindergarten, definitely,
first through sixth.
Mrs. Toole motioned, seconded by Mr. Latinski, to instruct Elementary principals to revise the Elementary
teaching schedule to pre SFA beginning with the start of the 2013-2014 school year. The vote was as follows:
9 Ayes: Corcoran, Elmy, Evans, Galella, Katsock, Latinski, Susek, Toole, Quinn
Mr. Latinski brought to the attention of the Board that Math, Government and Geography has been a major
concern of the Curriculum Committee and needs to be addressed. Mr. Latinski also requested that a
Teacher Reading Curriculum Committee be formed to address the Reading program utilized in Grades Kindergarten
through Twelfth Grade.
Mr. Galella motioned, seconded by Mr. Latinski, to dedicate and name the new wrestling room at G.A.R. High
School the “Francis Yogi Michael Wrestling Room”.
Mr. Galella moved to accept the motion by Acclamation.

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Communications from Solicitors
Attorney Wendolowski stated that he wished to express to former Board President, Mrs. Toole, his gratitude for all the
time and energy she devoted to the Wilkes-Barre Area School District during her tenure as President of the Board of
Directors and he would like to take this opportunity to publicly thank Mrs. Toole for all the support she provided to him
Report of the Secretary
Leonard Przywara, Board Secretary/Business Manager, informed the Board that the Don Wilkinson Agency has not
as to this date sent out the Per Capita Tax bills for Plains, Wilkes-Barre Township, Buck Township and Laurel Run,
however, they will be sent out in the very near future.
Miss. Katsock asked Board Secretary/Business Manager, Leonard Przywara, if the RFP for the Mercantile and
Business Privilege Tax was completed.
Mr. Przywara informed Miss Katsock that the RFP was in the process of being prepared.
January, 2013 – Board Meetings
Monday, January 14, 2013 – 5:30 PM – Committee Meeting
Monday, January 14, 2013 - 6:30 PM – Regular Board Meeting
Ms. Evans moved, seconded by Dr. Corcoran, to adjourn the Meeting.
President Quinn adjourned the Meeting at 7:43 PM.

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