Copiague Union Free School District public meetings in 2024
24 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Mon Dec 9, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
Copiague school board approves staff hires, coaching appointments, and policy changes
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education is meeting to approve a series of personnel actions, including resignations, leaves, appointments, and coaching staff for Spring 2025. The board will also vote on policy changes, a budget transfer over $10,000, and a restricted reserve plan. Reports include a presentation on iReady and math data, and policy reviews.
- Approval of Spring 2025 coaching staff with salaries ranging from $6,648 to $11,460
- Probationary appointment of Andrea Mazz as School Nurse at Copiague Middle School, salary $55,190
- Probationary appointment of Suzanne Shea as Senior Office Assistant, salary $64,181
- Permanent appointment of Jill Wisniewski as Principal Account Clerk, salary $71,683
- Approval of 2024/25 budget transfer in excess of $10,000
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🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education on November 25, 2024.
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to accept the following resignation:
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve action items 2.3 - 2.14
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 12/9/2024
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates: 11/13/24…
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to Approve the Updated List of Impartial Hearing Officers
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the 2024/2025 budget transfer in excess of $10,000.
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
3. REPORTS — Motion to approve the attached Restricted Reserve Plan and reauthorize existing reserves.
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss legal matters, personnel matters, student matters and other Executive Session Topics.
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
11. ADJOURNMENT — Motion to return to Open Session.
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Mon Nov 25, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
Copiague school board approves staff appointments, budget transfers, and policy changes
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education is meeting to approve a series of routine administrative actions, including staff appointments, resignations, budget transfers, and policy updates. The board also approved a revision to the 2024-2025 school calendar, adding a Spring Superintendent's Conference Day on March 11, 2025, when schools will be closed for all students. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major public hearings or rezonings.
- Approved resignation of cafeteria aide Veronica Iacovetti, effective 11/18/24
- Appointed Caitlin Pastore as Regular Substitute Guidance Counselor at Susan E. Wiley Elementary School, salary $69,408 plus differential
- Approved per diem substitute teacher appointments at $185/day for Richard Bury and Sania Mavrokefalos
- Approved budget transfers in excess of $10,000 for 2024/25
- Approved revision to 2024-2025 school calendar: Spring Superintendent's Conference Day on March 11, 2025
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🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education on November 13, 2024.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the minutes of the Audit Committee Meeting of the Board of Education on November 13, 2024.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to accept the following resignation:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve action items 2.4 - 2.14
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 11/12/2024 and…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates: 10/17/24…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the resolution regarding the destruction of election ballots from the May 21, 2024 Annual Budget and Election.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to Approve the Updated List of Impartial Hearing Officers
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve 2024/2025 budget transfers in excess of $10,000.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
3. REPORTS
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss legal matters, personnel matters, student matters and other Executive Session Topics.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
11. ADJOURNMENT — Motion to return to Open Session.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Wed Nov 13, 2024
Audit Committee Meeting
Audit committee to review draft internal audit reports and auditor appointments
The Copiague Union Free School District Audit Committee is meeting to handle procedural items and discuss audit-related business. The committee will review draft internal audit reports and consider the roles of the claims auditor and internal auditors. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; items are marked as procedural, discussion, or reports.
- Review of draft internal audit reports
- Claims Auditor: Emkay Consulting LLC - Michael T. Kearns, C.P.A.
- Internal Auditors: R.S. Abrams & Co., LLP - Marianne Van Duyne
- Call to order and roll call by district clerk
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Wed Nov 13, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
Copiague school board approves staff appointments, resignations, and policy changes
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education met on November 13, 2024, and approved a series of routine personnel actions, including resignations, appointments, and coaching staff changes. The board also approved updates to the Code of Conduct and recommendations from special education committees. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved resignations: Karen Wiking (UPK Consultant), Rebecca Schwartz, Kaylee Jaycox (Per Diem Substitute Teachers), Nancy Colello (Cafeteria Aide, retirement)
- Appointed Maira Bristel as Per Diem Substitute Teacher at $185/day, effective 11/14/24
- Appointed Michelle Tuozzo-Guadalupe as Office Assistant at $39,126 (prorated), effective 12/9/24
- Approved coaching appointments for Winter 2024, including Nicholas Otero as JV Head Boys Wrestling Coach ($8,804) and Jacqueline Balzano as Varsity Assistant Girls Wrestling Coach ($9,517)
- Approved updates to Code of Conduct policies (sections 5300.1 through 5300.70)
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🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education on October 28, 2024.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the minutes of the Emergency Meeting of the Board of Education on November 7, 2024.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the following declination appointment:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve action items 2.5 - 2.17
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 10/25/2024
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for 10/8/24, 10/10/24, 10/15/24…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the updated list of impartial hearing officers
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to declare Driver Education - Road Instruction Services Re-Bid #24/25-009 a "No Response/Non Award Bid".
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve resolution authorizing the Superintendent of Schools, or designee, to execute Participant Insurance and Indemnification Agreements when contracting services with vendors awarded…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the 2024/2025 budget transfers in excess of $10,000.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
3. REPORTS — Motion to accept the 2023-2024 internal audit reports.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss legal matters, personnel matters, student matters and other Executive Session Topics.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
11. ADJOURNMENT — Motion to return to Open Session.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Thu Nov 7, 2024
Emergency Meeting
Copiague school board holds emergency meeting, enters executive session
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education held an emergency meeting on November 7, 2024. The board appointed Dr. Kathleen Bannon as Clerk Pro Tem and voted to enter executive session to discuss legal and personnel matters. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public action items on the agenda.
- Appointed Dr. Kathleen Bannon as Clerk Pro Tem
- Entered executive session for legal and personnel matters
- Motion to return to open session passed
- Meeting adjourned
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss legal matters and personnel matters.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
2.4 Return to Open Session — Motion to return to Open Session.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Mon Oct 28, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
Copiague school board approves staff appointments, resignations, and APPR evaluator certification
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education is meeting to approve routine personnel actions, including minutes, resignations, appointments, and a resolution certifying lead evaluators for the 2024-25 school year. All items are consent agenda actions, with no public hearings or major policy discussions.
- Approval of minutes from Oct 7, 2024 regular and audit committee meetings
- Acceptance of resignations for two substitute teachers and two school monitors
- Appointment of Kayla Reese as regular substitute special education teacher at $66,081 prorated
- Appointment of Stephanie Gonzalez as office assistant Spanish speaking at $34,464
- Certification of 14 lead evaluators for APPR under NYS Regents rules
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🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education on October 7, 2024.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the minutes of the October 7, 2024 Audit Committee Meeting
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the following declination appointments:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve action items 2.5 - 2.16.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 10/11/2024
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates: 9/24/24…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the payment for the following professional staff members that have completed Mentor Training.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the 2024/2025 budget transfers in excess of $10,000.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to accept donation of lacrosse apparel to Deauville Gardens East Elementary School.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the Leadership Academy Fellows Recommendation
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
3. REPORTS — Motion to accept the OSC Audit Report and Updated Corrective Action Plan
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Mon Oct 7, 2024
Audit Committee Meeting
Audit committee to review draft FY2024 financial statements
The Copiague Union Free School District's Audit Committee is meeting to review the draft financial statements and independent audit reports for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, including a report on extraclassroom activity funds. The external auditor, EFPR Group, will present. The next meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2024.
- Review of draft financial statements and independent audit reports for FY ended June 30, 2024
- Review of draft independent audit report on extraclassroom activity funds for FY ended June 30, 2024
- Presentation by external auditors EFPR Group (Brent Jensen)
- Next audit committee meeting set for November 13, 2024
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Mon Oct 7, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
School board approves staff appointments, resignations, and pay rates
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education is meeting to approve a series of personnel actions, including resignations, appointments, and compensation rates for the 2024-2025 school year. The agenda includes consent items covering staff changes, coaching appointments, and pay schedules. The board also approved the minutes from the September 23, 2024 meeting.
- Approved minutes of September 23, 2024 regular meeting
- Accepted resignations of per diem substitute teachers, an office assistant, and a school nurse
- Approved probationary appointment of Jill Wisniewski as Principal Account Clerk at $71,683
- Approved permanent appointment of Maria Aenlle as Senior Account Clerk at $56,343
- Approved 2024-2025 rates of pay including curriculum writing at $45/hour and extended day at $50/hour
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🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education on September 23, 2024.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the following declination appointment.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve action items 2.4 - 2.20
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 9-20-2024
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates: 9/11/24…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to accept the 2023-2024 Independent Audit Reports.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
3. REPORTS — Motion to approve the contract with Suffolk County Community College for the use of facilities on Thursday, June 26, 2025 for the purpose of holding the Walter G. O'Connell Copiague High…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss legal matters, personnel matters, student matters and other Executive Session Topics.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
11. ADJOURNMENT — Motion to return to Open Session.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Mon Sep 23, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
School board approves staff hires, resignations, and coaching stipends
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education is meeting to approve a series of personnel actions, including resignations, leaves, appointments, and coaching stipends for the 2024-25 school year. The agenda is largely routine administrative business, with no major policy changes or public hearings.
- Approved resignations: Yury Almanzar (Office Assistant), Elizabeth Reyes (School Nurse), Mary Schnaars (Cafeteria Aide)
- Approved $12,750 stipends for three middle school teachers teaching additional classes
- Approved temporary appointment of Taylor Cappadona as Elementary Teacher at $67,833 prorated
- Approved winter 2024/25 coaching staff with stipends up to $13,120 plus longevity
- Approved per diem substitute teachers at $185/day and non-certified at $140/day
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🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education on September 9, 2024.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve action items 2.3 - 2.21
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 9/6/2024
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates: 8/27/24…
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
2.27 Approval of the 2024-2025 Tax Levy in the Amount of $69,584,493
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the 2024-2025 tax levy in the amount of $69,584,493.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the 2024/2025 budget transfer in excess of $10,000.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
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7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss legal matters, personnel matters, student matters and other Executive Session Topics.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to return to Open Session.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Mon Sep 9, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
Board approves staff appointments, resignations, and policy changes
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education is meeting to take action on routine personnel matters, including accepting a resignation, declining appointments, and approving new hires and substitutes. The board will also vote on policy changes, a bid for driver education, and meal prices. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy debates or public hearings.
- Approval of minutes from August 26 and August 29, 2024 meetings
- Resignation of Tariq Abdullah, Part-Time Security Aide at Copiague Middle School, effective 9/5/24
- Appointment of Morgan King as Regular Substitute School Psychologist at Deauville Gardens West Elementary School, salary $69,408 + differential
- Approval of policy changes: 4773 (Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities) and 5500 (Student Records)
- Declared Bid #24/25-008 for Driver Education Road Instruction Services as 'No Award'
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🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education on August 26, 2024.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education for Hiring Purposes on August 29, 2024.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to accept the following resignation:
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve declination of Appointments - Per Diem Non-Certified Substitute Teacher and Security Aide (Part-Time)
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve action items 2.5 - 2.12
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 7/10/2024…
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following date: 8/28/24
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to declare Bid # 24/25-008 a "No Award".
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to Approve the Updated List of Impartial Hearing Officers
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
3. REPORTS — Motion to approve the 2024-2025 adult & student selling prices for meal services.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Thu Aug 29, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda - For the Purpose of Hiring New Staff Members
School board approves hiring of coordinator of athletics and other staff
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education met on August 29, 2024, to approve a series of staff appointments, resignations, and other personnel actions. The board approved the probationary appointment of Patrick Kaplan as Coordinator of Athletics with a salary of $127,368, along with several teaching assistant, office assistant, security aide, and substitute teacher appointments. The agenda was almost entirely personnel-related, with no other substantive business discussed.
- Patrick Kaplan appointed Coordinator of Athletics, salary $127,368, effective 10/7/24
- Resignation of cafeteria aide Lissenia Aquino Santos from Great Neck Road Elementary School
- Three full-time teaching assistants appointed at $43,302 each (Knapp, Lucchi, Schlosser)
- Dawn Umbria appointed Senior Office Assistant at $45,876
- Per diem substitute teachers appointed at $185/day (Wiking, Arias, Conroy, Chawla)
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to accept the following resignation:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the declination of appointments:
12 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea · Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Mon Aug 26, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
Copiague school board to hold public hearing on safety plan, approve staff appointments
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education is meeting to hold a public hearing on the Districtwide School Safety Plan and to vote on a series of personnel actions, including resignations, appointments, and declinations. The board will also approve minutes from the August 5, 2024 meeting. Most items are routine personnel matters, with no major policy or budget decisions on the agenda.
- Public hearing on Districtwide School Safety Plan
- Resignations: Angela Kelly (Teaching Assistant), Paul Brennan (School Security Guard), Devon Ray (Coordinator of Athletics), Rosa Rivas (Part-Time Office Assistant)
- Appointment: Michael Ceccoli as ISS Teacher at $50,112
- Appointment: Myles Jones as Guidance Counselor at $71,247 plus differential
- Co-curricular appointments with stipends up to $7,617
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🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education on August 5, 2024.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the declination of appointments:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
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6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to Approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to rescind approval of Item 2.27 from the August 5, 2024 agenda.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the resolution to adopt the District-Wide School Safety Plan for 2024-2025.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the Updated List of Impartial Hearing Officers
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the 2023/24 budget transfer in excess of $10,000.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Mon Aug 5, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
Board approves teacher appointments, resignations, and substitute hires
The Copiague Board of Education is meeting to approve routine personnel actions, including accepting resignations, declining appointments, and hiring teachers and substitute teachers for the 2024-25 school year. All listed motions passed unanimously. The agenda is primarily administrative, with no policy or budget items.
- Approved minutes from July 10, 2024 meeting
- Accepted resignations of three staff members (Patricia Quijije, Suzan Marino, Kerry Tighe)
- Approved temporary appointment of Jessica Drebsky as Elementary Teacher at $68,686
- Approved probationary appointments for ESL and Special Education teachers with salaries up to $71,382
- Approved 20 per diem substitute teacher appointments at $185/day
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🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Reorganization Meeting and Regular Meeting of the Board of Education meeting on July 10, 2024.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the declination of appointments:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve action items 2.4 - 2.22
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates: 4/19/24…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
2.26 2024/25 Budget Transfers in Excess of $10,000
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the 2024/2025 budget transfers in excess of $10,000.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve 2023-2024 expenditure budget revision of $267,001.40 to be funded from the District's restricted Employee Benefits Accrued Liability Reserve (EBLAR).
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the District Priorities for the 2024-25 school year, developed at the Board Retreat.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the following resolution regarding a Settlement Agreement and Release in connection with a potential Due Process Complaint.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to declare Air Conditioning/HVAC Services bid #24/25-002 a "No Award".
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
3. REPORTS — Motion to declare Public Address/Clock System Repair & Services bid #24/25-005 a "No Award".
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Wed Jul 10, 2024
Reorganization Meeting and Regular Meeting of the Board of Education
Copiague school board reorganizes, appoints officers and vendors
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education held its reorganization and regular meeting, electing officers and making numerous appointments. All actions were approved unanimously. The board appointed district officials, professional services, and authorized the superintendent for budget transfers.
- Appointed Michael Kearns C.P.A. as Claims Auditor at a fee of $20,940
- Appointed R.S. Abrams & Co., L.L.P. as Internal Auditors at a fee of $57,900
- Appointed EFPR Group as External Auditors at a fee of $42,300
- Appointed Dr. Jason Hitner as Chief School Medical Director at a fee of $58,000
- Appointed Ingerman Smith, L.L.P. as School Attorney and Hawkins Delafield & Wood as Bond Counsel
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🗳️ How they voted (51 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.2 Vice President
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
2.3 Second Vice President
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
3. APPOINTMENT OF OFFICERS
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to appoint Deborah Van Florcke as District Clerk.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to appoint Karilyn Korec as District Treasurer.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to appoint the Paul LaVigna as Deputy Treasurer.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
4. OTHER APPOINTMENTS — Motion to appoint Michael Kearns C.P.A. as Claims Auditor, at a fee of $20,940, as per Letter of Engagement dated March 6, 2024.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the appointment of the firm of Ingerman Smith, L.L.P. as School Attorney (General Counsel and Labor Counsel).
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the appointment of Hawkins Delafield & Wood, L.L.P. as Bond Counsel as per Letter of Engagement dated May 9, 2024.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the appointment of R.S. Abrams & Co., L.L.P. as Internal Auditors at a fee of $57,900, as per Letter of Engagement dated March 8, 2024.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the appointment of EFPR Group Certified Public Accountants as External Auditors for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024 at a fee of $42,300, as per Letter of Engagement dated May…
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the appointment Karilyn Korec as Chief Faculty Auditor.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the appointment of Joseph Agosta, Joseph Buccello, Tamika Eason, Cynthia Florio, Kristina Biamonte, and Andrew Lagnado, as Chief Faculty Counselors.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the appointment of Susan Kanuika, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations, as Purchasing Agent.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the appointment of Karilyn Korec as Deputy Purchasing Agent.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the appointment of Jeanette Altruda as Records Management Officer.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the appointment Deborah Van Florcke as Records Access Officer.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to approve the appointment of Dr. Jason Hitner as Chief School Medical Director at a fee of $58,000, as per contract approved June 24, 2024.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to appoint New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal as the District's property & casualty broker of record.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Motion to appoint Mark Design Studios Architecture, P.C. as Architect of Record.
7 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea · Beatrice Guido yea
Mon Jun 24, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
Board approves staff hires, resignations, and settlement agreement
The Copiague Board of Education is approving routine personnel actions, including resignations, appointments, and a settlement agreement with a staff member. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy or budget decisions.
- Approved resignations of Alyssa Tracey (ESL teacher), Robert Kretz (elementary teacher), and Aye Aye Ni (food service worker)
- Approved Resolution and Settlement Agreement between the district and a staff member
- Appointed Limayris Rosario as probationary Social Studies (Bilingual) Teacher at Copiague Middle School, salary $56,353
- Approved Summer School 2024 appointments with stipends up to $7,200
- Approved intramural activities staff for 2024/25 at $53/hour
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🗳️ How they voted (28 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.2 Resignations - English as a Second Language Teacher, Elementary Teacher, Part-Time Food Service Worker — Motion to approve the minutes of the June 10, 2024 Regular Board of Education Meeting.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following declination appointments.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve Resolution and Settlement Agreement between the Copiague Union Free School District and a staff member.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
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6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 4/18/24, 6/5/24…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of the elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the agreement between Copiague Union Free School District and Career and Employment Options, Inc.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the agreement between Copiague Union Free School District and Fiscal Advisors and Marketing Inc.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve capital reserve fund transfer and increase the 2023/24 budget.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the License Agreement between the Copiague Union Free School District and SCOPE Education Services for the 2024-2025 After School Child Care Program.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the continuation of Marks of Excellence Child Care Center and Stanford Child Care Center as the Universal Pre-K Providers as per the RFP of June 2024.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the agreement between Copiague Union Free School District and Dr. Jason B. Hitner M.D. for physician services for the 24/25 school year.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve a continuation of services with Seneca Consulting Group to provide Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance monitoring services for the 2024-2025 school year.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the tenure recommendation of the following Professional Staff members:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve for Administrative Internships.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following termination of appointment:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the resolution to participate in Long Island School Nutrition Directors Association’s (LISNDA) Long Island Cooperative bidding program for food commodities for the 2024-25 school…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Mon Jun 10, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
Copiague school board approves union deal, hires staff, summer school
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education is holding its regular meeting on June 10, 2024, to take action on personnel matters, including resignations, appointments, and a new collective bargaining agreement with the teacher aides and teaching assistants union. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings and various summer school appointments.
- Ratify Memorandum of Agreement with CSEA Local 870 for Teacher Aides & Teaching Assistants, July 1, 2024–June 30, 2029
- Approve summer school appointments with stipends up to $8,442 (e.g., SYEP Student Work Coordinator)
- Accept resignations of 5 staff, including Special Education Teacher Molly Arceri and Courier Paul Hayes
- Terminate Music Teacher Marc Cubas, effective 6/25/24, superseding March 11 action
- Appoint two probationary Special Education teachers at Great Neck Road Elementary, salaries $61,774 and $57,846
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🗳️ How they voted (29 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Board of Education meeting and for the Purpose of Hiring New Staff on May 20, 2024
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
2.2 Approval of Minutes - Budget/Trustee Vote - May 21, 2024 — Motion to approve the minutes for the Budget/Trustee Vote on May 21, 2024.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept the following termination of appointment:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept the following request for leave of absence:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following declinations of appointment:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the attached resolution ratifying the Memorandum of Agreement and authorizing the President of the Copiague Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools to execute the…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
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6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following resolution regarding the non-instructional staffing for the 2024-2025 school year.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 2/5/2024…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates: 1/17/24…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to extend multiple plant facilities bids for the 2024-2025 school year.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the addition of funds to Restricted Reserves.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve delegation to the President of the Board of Education the power to authorize the issuance of tax and revenue anticipation notes for the 2024-2025 school year.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the disposition of district printing bid#24/25-003.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the four year installment purchasing agreement with Western Suffolk BOCES for 375 Chromebooks and 250 Hewlett Packard notebooks.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve 2023/24 budget transfers in excess of $10,000.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to Approve the Updated List of Impartial Hearing Officers
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Mon May 20, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda - For the Purpose of Hiring New Staff Members
Board approves summer staff appointments and field trip
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education is meeting to approve the hiring of numerous staff members for summer 2024 programs, including student services, summer school, and guidance counselors. The board also approved minutes from the May 7 meeting and a field trip for the High School Madrigals to Harrisburg, PA. All actions were approved unanimously.
- Approved minutes of May 7, 2024 Board meeting
- Approved out-of-state field trip for HS Madrigals to Harrisburg, PA on June 7, 2024
- Approved summer student services staff (CSE/CPSE) appointments with per diem rates
- Approved summer school appointments with stipends (e.g., $3,600 for teachers, $1,300 for teaching assistants)
- Approved additional days for guidance counselors, nurses, and social workers
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Board of Education meeting and Public Hearing of May 7, 2024.
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea
BoardDocs motion
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve action items 2.3 - 2.13
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
5 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Michael Higgins yea
Tue May 7, 2024
Public Hearing and Regular Meeting Agenda
Copiague school board holds public hearing on 2024-25 budget, approves appointments
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education held a public hearing on the proposed 2024-2025 school budget and then voted on a series of administrative actions, including approving minutes, resignations, and numerous staff appointments. The board approved all action items, including consent agenda items 3.3-3.14, covering department chairpersons, summer school principals, new teacher hires, and other staff positions.
- Public hearing on 2024-2025 proposed school budget
- Approved resignations of 5 staff members (effective dates from 4/15/24 to 6/30/24)
- Approved annual appointments for 10 department chairpersons with stipends of $14,000-$15,400
- Approved probationary appointments for 4 teachers (salaries $56,353-$67,833) and 1 music teacher ($61,774)
- Approved temporary school social worker appointment at $72,375 plus differential
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🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Board of Education meeting and Adopt A Budget of April 16, 2024.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve action items 3.3 - 3.14
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 4/11/2024…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates: 3/5/24…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
3.20 2023/24 Budget Transfers in Excess of $10,000 — Motion to approve the following resolution regarding the scheduling of the Copiague Board of Education Reorganizational Meeting.
10 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss legal matters, personnel matters, student matters and other Executive Session Topics.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to return to Open Session.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Tue Apr 16, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda - Adopt A Budget and BOCES Budget/Trustee Vote
Copiague school board approves tenure for 12 staff, new hires, and budget work
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education met on April 16, 2024, to adopt the budget and BOCES budget/trustee vote. The board approved minutes, accepted resignations and leaves, granted tenure to 12 professional staff members, and made numerous appointments including summer school principals, probationary teachers, and non-teaching staff. The agenda also included a presentation on the 2024/2025 budget work session.
- Approved tenure for 12 staff including Assistant Superintendents Susan Kanuika and James McCabe, effective July 1, 2024
- Approved probationary appointments for 5 teachers with salaries ranging from $66,913 to $71,382
- Accepted resignations including teacher Karen Wiking and school nurse Maryann Marcantonio (retirements effective 6/30/24)
- Approved summer school principal stipends of $3,812.50 each for Nicole Castronovo and Nicole Dunne
- Approved continuation of appointments for custodial workers with salaries up to $51,775
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🗳️ How they voted (20 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Board of Education Meeting and Budget Work Session of March 25, 2024.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of the April 9, 2024 on Behalf of the Copiague Memorial Public Library.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept the following requests for leave of absences:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the tenure recommendations of the following Professional Staff members:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
BoardDocs motion
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 3/15/24, 3/22/24…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:1/17/23…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to Approve the Updated List of Impartial Hearing Officers
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept a donation from the Town of Babylon
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve 2023/24 budget transfers in excess of $10,000.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the 2024/2025 Administrative Budget for the Western Suffolk Board of Cooperative Educational Services, Second Supervisory District.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the attached resolution casting one vote for each candidate to serve on the Western Suffolk Board of Cooperative Educational Services.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to adopt the 2024-2025 proposed school budget in the amount of $175,287,962.00.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
3. REPORTS — Motion to approve the adoption of the 2024-2025 Property Tax Report Card.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss legal matters, personnel matters, student matters and other Executive Session Topics.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
11. ADJOURNMENT — Motion to return to Open Session.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Mon Mar 25, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda and Budget Work Session
Board approves teacher hires, resignations, and election workers
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education is holding a regular meeting and budget work session. The board approved a consent agenda covering personnel actions, including teacher appointments, resignations, and the appointment of election workers for the May 21, 2024 trustee/budget vote. The meeting also includes a budget work session, though no specific budget details are listed in the agenda.
- Approved resignations: Kayla Flores (substitute teacher), Kirsten Ostrofsky (elementary teacher, retirement), Constance Scarpa (principal account clerk)
- Appointed 7 probationary teachers for 2024-25, including Michaela Napoli ($66,081), Christopher Moore ($69,630), Sara Kohanim ($69,630), Heather Meidinger ($69,630), Andrew Riggio ($71,476), Daniel Perez ($69,630), and Victoria Tytone ($69,408)
- Approved annual appointment of Darla Theranus as teaching assistant at $17.93/hr for 3.5 hrs/day
- Appointed election workers for May 21, 2024 vote, with Chief Inspector at $20/hr and others at $18/hr
- Approved continuation of non-teaching staff including Groundskeeper Kevin Costanza at $64,325 and food service workers
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🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Board of Education Meeting and Budget Work Session of March 11, 2024.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve action items 2.3 - 2.11
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 2/16/2024…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:2/6/24…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the Resolution to participate in a Cooperative Bidding Program conducted by Eastern Suffolk BOCES.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the attached Memorandum of Agreement between the Copiague Union Free School District and the Copiague Association of Principals:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve a 2023/24 budget transfer in excess of $10,000.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
3. REPORTS — Motion to accept the OSC audit report on information technology and related corrective action plan.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss legal matters, personnel matters, student matters and other Executive Session Topics.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
11. ADJOURNMENT — Motion to return to Open Session.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Mon Mar 11, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda and Budget Work Session
Board creates Director of Mathematics post, appoints Elaine Cleary
The Copiague Board of Education is holding a regular meeting and budget work session. The board is voting on personnel actions including resignations, appointments, tenure, and the creation of a new supervisory position. The agenda also includes a budget work session, though no specific budget details are listed.
- Resolution creating Director of Mathematics position and appointing Elaine Cleary, effective July 1, 2024
- Tenure recommendation for Francis Salazar, Secondary Assistant Principal at Copiague Middle School, effective 5/3/24
- Resignations of 14 staff members, including teachers and office assistants, for personal reasons or retirement
- Appointment of Isabella Wood Smitelli as Guidance Counselor at $67,833 plus differential, effective 9/1/24
- Compensation for five teachers teaching additional classes at $12,500 each (prorated)
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🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Board of Education Meeting of February 12, 2024.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following declinations of appointment.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following Resolution:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the tenure recommendation of the following Professional Staff member:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
BoardDocs motion
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 2/5/2024…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates: 1/9/24…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to nominate Mrs. Debbie Adams-Kaden and Mrs. Mary Ellen Cunningham to fill vacant seats on the Board of Education Western Suffolk BOCES for one three year term
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the Resolution to participate in a Cooperative Bidding Program conducted by Southern Westchester BOCES.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the Resolution to participate in a Cooperative Bidding Program conducted by Nassau County BOCES.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to rescind the SEQRA resolution adopted as agenda item 2.17, Resolution of SEQRA Process, at the Board of Education Meeting held on January 8, 2024, due to omission of attachment.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to adopt the SEQRA resolution and attached Negative Declaration for the capital improvement at Deauville Gardens Elementary School.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the Resolution to place Proposition 2, seeking voter approval to use Capital Reserve funds for the capital improvement at Deauville Gardens Elementary School, on the upcoming ballot.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve 2023/24 budget transfers in excess of $10,000.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Mon Feb 12, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda and Budget Work Session
Copiague Board of Education approves staff appointments and labor agreement
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education held a regular meeting and budget work session. The Board took action on several personnel matters, including teacher retirements, new staff appointments, and a memorandum of agreement with the Copiague Supervisory Association.
- Ratified Memorandum of Agreement with Copiague Supervisory Association (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027)
- Appointed Robert Sparkes as Director of School Safety at a prorated salary of $125,000
- Accepted retirements for four teachers effective June 30, 2024
- Approved Spring 2024 coaching staff appointments for various middle school sports
- Approved K-5 Saturday School Program staff appointments and hourly rates
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🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Board of Education Meeting of January 22, 2024.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following declination of appointment:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the attached resolution ratifying the Memorandum of Agreement and authorizing the President of the Copiague Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools to execute the…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve action items 2.5 - 2.19.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
BoardDocs motion
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to Approve the Updated List of Impartial Hearing Officers
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
2.22 Recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 1/5/2024…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates: 1/9/24…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the following policy changes.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
3. REPORTS — Motion to approve 2023/24 budget transfers in excess of $10,000.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss legal matters, personnel matters, student matters and other Executive Session Topics.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to return to Open Session.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Mon Jan 22, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
Board approves new assistant principal, staff hires, and spring coaching appointments
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education is meeting to approve a series of personnel actions, including the appointment of a new secondary assistant principal, several teaching and non-teaching hires, and spring 2024 coaching staff. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and acceptance of a resignation. All listed action items were approved by the board.
- Appointment of Christopher Porcellini as Secondary Assistant Principal at Copiague Middle School, salary $148,879 (prorated), effective 1/23/24
- Resignation of Mileny Guzman, Teaching Assistant at Copiague Middle School, effective 1/3/24
- Appointment of Isabella Wood Smitelli as Regular Substitute Guidance Counselor at Great Neck Road Elementary School, salary $66,081 + .045 differential (prorated)
- Approval of spring 2024 coaching staff, including head coaches for baseball, softball, lacrosse, track, and tennis with stipends up to $11,210
- Appointment of Constance Scarpa as Principal Account Clerk, salary $60,897 (prorated), effective 1/31/24
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🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Board of Education Meeting of January 8, 2024.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to accept the following resignation:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
BoardDocs motion
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates: 12/18/23…
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to approve the appointment of James McCabe, Assistant Superintendent for Student Services, as Title IX Officer.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to approve the appointment of Karla Cangelosi, Deputy Superintendent, as Alternate Title IX Officer.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to Approve the Updated List of Impartial Hearing Officers
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to adopt the school budget development calendar for 2024/25.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to approve the school calendar for the 2024/2025 School Year.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to approve 2023/24 budget transfers in excess of $10,000.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to accept donations to Copiague Middle School's Science Fair.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to accept the 2024-2025 budget goals.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
3. REPORTS — Motion to approve the Resolution for Consent to Change Attorney.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss legal matters, personnel matters, student matters and other Executive Session Topics.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
11. ADJOURNMENT — Motion to return to Open Session.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Rosemary Natoli yea · Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Anthony S Pepe yea · Ledy Torres yea
Mon Jan 8, 2024
Regular Meeting Agenda
Copiague school board approves staff hires, policy changes, and special ed placements
The Copiague Union Free School District Board of Education met on January 8, 2024, and approved a series of routine personnel actions, including resignations, leaves, appointments, and coaching staff. The board also approved multiple policy changes, special education committee recommendations, and a SEQRA resolution. The agenda was largely procedural, with no major public discussions or controversial items.
- Approved resignations of three per diem substitute teachers (Catherine Fratangelo, Samantha Johnson, Jennifer Cappock)
- Approved leave of absence for speech teacher Dawn McDonald (childcare, 1/29/24-6/30/24)
- Approved winter coaching staff stipend for Nicholas Lorenzen ($4,787+$400)
- Approved permanent appointment of Marissa Fiore as Office Assistant ($33,954, 10-month)
- Approved 48 policy changes including instructional materials, special education, and grading systems
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🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Board of Education Meeting of December 18, 2023.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept the following resignations:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to accept the following request for leave of absence:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve action items 2.4 - 2.11
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for the identification and placement of preschool students with disabilities for the following date: 12/5/23…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates: 12/6/23…
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for the identification and placement of elementary and secondary students with disabilities for the following dates:
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve the updated list of impartial hearing officers
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
4315.1 - Aids Instruction — Motion to approve the following policy changes.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to approve resolution of SEQRA.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
5 yea
Brian J Sales yea · Kenneth Urban yea · Paul Daubel yea · Ledy Torres yea · Michael Higgins yea