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board of education half hollow hills central school board of education half hollow hills central school
BOARD OF EDUCATION – REGULAR MEETING – SEPTEMBER 20, 2010 CORRESPONDENCE: BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS: None Mrs. Bottenus thanked Mr. Manuel, Mr. Fede, and the entire custodial and grounds staff for the incredible condition of all of our buildings for the opening of school this year. Mrs. Bottenus said this was her 7 th walkthrough and by far the best. All of the buildings looked superb. Mr. Geringswald commented that the level of respect the students have for High School East is exceptional. He thanked Dr. Woodberry and his staff for all of their efforts and everything they do for our kids. PENDING/UNFINISHED BUSINESS: COMMENTS FROM VISITORS: ACTION ITEMS: None Kesha Woodard asked about the school supply list for 7 th Grade. PERSONNEL REPORT Mrs. Sorkin reiterated what she stated at the August 30, 2010 Board Meeting that years ago we did not take reports in their entirety resulting in meetings lasting until 11:00 p.m. or 12:00 midnight. When we began to take reports in their entirety, it left the community wondering what the reports contained. We will now continue to take reports in their entirety but highlight items in each report for the community. Dr. Karnilow highlighted the retirement of Mr. Michael DeStio, Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education, effective in January 2011. He said Mr. DeStio has been in his position for nine years and has spent most of his entire educational career in Half Hollow Hills. He has had a tremendous impact in this District in Science and as an Assistant Superintendent. Dr. Karnilow thanked Mr. DeStio for the great job he has done for Half Hollow Hills. Dr. Karnilow stated that we are fortunate to have Dr. Patrick Harrigan, Assistant Superintendent for Research, Assessment and Special Services, who is part of our Central Office Team. Dr. Harrigan has worked closely with Mr. DeStio and is extremely qualified to assume the responsibilities of Mr. DeStio. Dr. Karnilow recommended to the Board of Education that effective January 17, 2011, Dr. Patrick Harrigan assume the position of Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education. 4
BOARD OF EDUCATION – REGULAR MEETING – SEPTEMBER 20, 2010 A Motion was made by Mrs. Bottenus, seconded by Mr. Grimaldi, and carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the appointment of Dr. Patrick Harrigan, Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education, effective January 17, 2011. Dr. Harrigan thanked Dr. Karnilow, the Board of Education and Mike DeStio. He said these are excellent times in education and he is thrilled to be part of the Half Hollow Hills School District to work with principals, assistant principals, children and parents. He said that Mike DeStio will be missed. Dr. Karnilow stated there would be a restructuring of Central Office. The Executive Director of Special Education position will be posted tomorrow. The Executive Director of Special Education will report to Mary Rettaliata, Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education. A Motion was made by Mr. Marcucci, seconded by Mrs. Catapano, and carried unanimously (7-0) to take the Personnel Report in its entirety. A Motion was made by Mr. Marcucci, seconded by Mr. Grimaldi, and carried unanimously (7-0) to accept the Personnel Report as follows: 5
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BOARD OF EDUCATION – REGULAR MEETING – SEPTEMBER 20, 2010<br />
A Motion was made by Mrs. Bottenus, seconded by Mr. Grimaldi, and<br />
carried unanimously (7-0) to approve the appointment <strong>of</strong> Dr. Patrick<br />
Harrigan, Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education, effective<br />
January 17, 2011.<br />
Dr. Harrigan thanked Dr. Karnilow, the Board <strong>of</strong> Education and Mike<br />
DeStio. He said these are excellent times in <strong>education</strong> and he is<br />
thrilled to be part <strong>of</strong> the Half Hollow Hills School District to work<br />
with principals, assistant principals, children and parents. He said that<br />
Mike DeStio will be missed.<br />
Dr. Karnilow stated there would be a restructuring <strong>of</strong> Central Office.<br />
The Executive Director <strong>of</strong> Special Education position will be posted<br />
tomorrow. The Executive Director <strong>of</strong> Special Education will report to<br />
Mary Rettaliata, Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education.<br />
A Motion was made by Mr. Marcucci, seconded by Mrs. Catapano,<br />
and carried unanimously (7-0) to take the Personnel Report in its<br />
entirety.<br />
A Motion was made by Mr. Marcucci, seconded by Mr. Grimaldi, and<br />
carried unanimously (7-0) to accept the Personnel Report as follows:<br />
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