We're about I'd like to call to order meeting at 603. The New Jersey public uh the New Jersey open public meetings law was enacted to ensure the right of the public to have advanced notice of and to attend the meetings of the public bodies at which
any business affecting their interest is discussed or acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of this act, the East Rutherford Board of Education has caused notice of this meeting by having the date, time, and place thereof provided to the record and South Bergenite newspapers have published and posted in the vestibial of the Burough
Hall and Public Library. Copies of agendas are available 48 hours prior to said meetings in the board of education office and are posted on the East Rutherford School website www.erboe.net. At this time we are going to rise to salute to the flag followed by a moment
of silence. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. >> Thank you. You may be seated.
Roll call. >> Miss Caruso >> here. >> Wallley >> here. >> Miss Laruso >> here. >> Mr. Seagalini >> here. >> Miss Shmley >> here. >> Miss Mena >> here. >> And Mr. Banker is absent this evening. >> As a courtesy to all in attendance,
please silence all cell phones during this meeting. And then a notice of our fire exits. We have one here to the right and one here to the left. School business administrators report.
>> Thank you, Madam Vice President. Uh for tonight is PF2, approval of district use of facility application. F2, approval of bills list. F9, approval of contracts, agreements, and renewals for the 2627
school year. F14 approval of tuition extraordinary services contract and agreements for the 2627 school year. F15 resolution urgent relief from Ryzen public school employee healthcare costs.
F16 accept and approve the purchase of a proprietary device from Talk toMe Technologies LLC. >> Thank you, Mr. Varace. Do any board members have questions? No. Okay. And the interim superintendent
of school report. >> Good evening everyone. Um this is a happy occasion as we honor our teachers of the year uh right after my spiel and then we'll move forward with that. That's a really good time. Tonight, I just wanted to report to the public and
to the board that just as a reminder, kindergarten orientation is uh Thursday, May 28th at 6 PM at McKenzie. Um Kitty Academy, which is our private provider, which will be housing 45 of our prek students, will be having an open house
on Thursday, June 4th at 11:00 a.m. or 5:30 a.m. And it's like a 30 minute overview. We have invited all of the parents who applied because again um there will be overflow into that. We'll be housing in both areas. Um 8th grade
graduation is Tuesday, June 16th at 6 p.m. at Beckton Regional in the auditorium. On the agenda tonight, we'll be asking you to approve um S1, the approval of a fire and emergency drill report. S2 will be the approval of the enrollment report. We did do in the work
session last week. We spoke about S3 through S8 and they were all affirming uh my decision relating to HIVs going to personnel. Um P2 which is new would be personnel actions and P7
approval of employee salaries for 2627. Um and then CR1 community relations approval of the second reading of the new and revised bylaws, policies and regulations. Does anyone have any questions?
Thank you, madam. >> At this time, we're going to honor our teachers of the year. Um, I'm going to get up and I'm going to say some really nice things because uh that's what I do. And uh and then we're going to go right through the ceremony. So,
bear with me. And I'm going to be short and sweet because um I know that you know people don't want to hear everything from me. I know at home I have a limit. That's what I've learned. So I do it here. Good evening everyone. Tonight we come
together to celebrate something truly special. the dedication, compassion, and impact of our teachers of the year. Great teachers do more than deliver lessons. They inspire confidence. They spark curiosity. They provide comfort.
And they help shape the future of one student at a time. The individuals we honor tonight represent the very best of our profession. Through their patience, passion, and unwavering commitment to the children, they make a lasting difference every single day. What makes
this recognition especially meaningful is that this honor is bestowed upon them by the people who know their impact best. Their colleagues, students, and parents, all of whom have the opportunity to take part in the selection process. That speaks volumes
about the respect, admiration, and appreciation these educators have have earned throughout our school community. To our teachers of the year, I ask you to stand. Don't be shy.
On behalf of the board and your administration, stay standing. I'd like to thank you for your countless hours, the quiet encouragement, the creativity, the care you bring into your classrooms. Your influence reaches far beyond
academics. You help your students believe in themselves and discover what is possible. On behalf of the entire school community, congratulations on this welldeserved recognition. We are proud of you, grateful for you, and
inspired by the work you do. Please join me in congratulating our outstanding teachers of the year. So okay, at this time I'm going to ask our uh vice president, Mrs. Mayor, to come up to help me and give out the our
awards. After if if the uh recipients want to say a few words, you're welcome to it. but it's not mandatory. Um, but we will take a quick um break after this and we'll let you come up and take pictures and things of that nature.
So, we'll get going. So, we're going to start off first with Nicole Hegel from McKenzie. Congratulations. You want to We'll get pictures later. We'll get Stay here though. Stay here though. will all be up. It's good. From
FA, Marilyn Petritus and from Lincoln, Diane Schweikard. Again, we congratulate you. Who's got a Who's got a camera? You want to take a quick picture? Anybody here in the front row? We're calling the meeting back to order. At this time, we would like to open the
meeting to the public. Opening public comments on any agenda or any non-aggenda items. Please state your name and address for the record. Address the board president Arena Mena acting president. Each person wishing to speak
will have five minutes each. Anyone wishing to speak will be given the opportunity to do so. Good evening. Uh Kevin Lion representing the East Rutherford PTA. Uh as of May, our membership is at 230 members. Uh
this year or this month, sorry, last week, we had our tricky tray. We had about 115 people who attended. Over 200 prizes were awarded. The finances are still being reviewed, but we thank all who donated, especially our administration and staff, our local
businesses, and our community partners. And we thank the Tricky Trey Committee, which was led by Charice Brown and our own Jillian Collie, uh, for all of their dedication and hard work to make it such a special night. Um, our eighth grade has hosted their eighth grade verse faculty parents game last week, and
tomorrow is the last day to order the graduate lawn signs that are for sale. So, uh, check out their Facebook posts. Uh and you can find the information for ordering those lawn signs. Um for teacher appreciation week, uh PTA hosted lunch for our staff on pre appreciation
day May 5th, Cinco de Mayo. So we ordered food from Chipotle which was delivered to all three schools for those teachers and staff to enjoy. Um we're also finally in receipt of the gifts and thank you notes that we're sending to all the teachers and we hope to have
them out next week. Um for field day PTA t-shirt contest is completed. Our winners are for FA Ni Nadi no sorry for FA Natalia Red Rosant Rozanit sorry Natalia. Uh you can see her photo on
Instagram because uh we we had field day last week for FA. Uh we also have the shirts uh posted on Facebook for FA. Uh Lincoln school Leon Stack won. They'll have their field day the beginning of June. and McKenzie Natalyia Castellon one and they'll have their field day on
Thursday I think it is right next week. Yeah, Wednesday next week. Uh the shirts will be were or will be distributed to all the students uh for field day uh for them to wear at the field day and all of the students who entered the contest got a certificate of appreciation with a
coupon for a free kids meal thanks to Habitburg and the winners will receive a gift card to the Cake and Cone ice cream shop up right up the street. Uh for FA field day, PTA provided a pizza lunch in coordination with Master Pizza. We thank
them for their partnership. And we also thank Shopright of Wellington, which donated juice, water, and chips for everyone for the day. And PTA, we provided the water for McKenzie's field day, and we're going to be providing ice pops for a June sweet treat for McKenzie. And then PTA will host the Mr.
Softy ice cream truck for Lincoln's field day uh next two weeks from now. Uh in some other events that are going on, we have the eighth grade committee putting the final touches on the eighth grade formal which is uh planned actually which is tonight, right? They're doing that. They're actually
doing that tonight. Sorry. That's why they weren't responding to me earlier when I was asking them all kinds of questions about what's going on. That's tonight like on May 21st. That's today. Uh, and we're providing the t-shirts for the FA choir and band students who will be attending the Trills and Thrills uh,
music competition and day at Great Adventure. Hoping to have those next week as well. And then we hosted this morning the Holly Rock game show uh, for our third through 8th grade students. It was a great way that for the students to unwind after the completion of the NJSLA's earlier this month and pe
pictures for that can also be seen on the East Rutherford Schools Instagram page. Um, I know they've all left, but for teacher of the year, PTA just wants to express our congratulations to all three of our teachers of the year. We're so fortunate to have these dedicated professionals in our school. Uh, kindergarten is a foundational year, and
it's clear Miss Hegel approaches the pivotal time with heart and dedication. Creating a classroom environment where our youngest learners enjoy coming to school. Her ability to make every child feel understood and cared for is a gift, and it's no surprise she's so loved by both her students and their families. uh
Miss Schwikart for her music education. It's the heartbeat of our schools. She brings her passion and artistry to the music classroom every day, creating a space where students are empowered to find their voices, explore creativity, and experience the joy of harmony. She helps our children appreciate the
musical world we live in, and participate in music making no matter their ability. And for Mrs. Petritis through fostering a love of literature, nurturing critical thinking, and providing support for our students. She has made a profound impact on our seventh graders as they experience the
world that they are growing into. Her ability to inspire our young readers and writers to find their voices is truly a gift to our community. So, we congratulate all three of these wonderful teachers of the year. Thank you, >> Mr. Lions. I just want to make one
comment because I'm not sure if you come to the June meeting or not, but I just wanted to let you know in my over 40 years of dealing with PTA's, various schools, various districts, I have to say you have done a tremendous job.
You're like right spot on, very organized, very free with the information, and you guys are great. Just keep up the good work. >> I'm glad I keep up that appearance. Trust me, it doesn't feel so organized.
>> Thank you. I appreciate >> Yeah, it's it's it's ob evident. It's obvious. I've been around a lot of places and a lot of dysfunction, but >> somehow you kept it all together. Now, it's not easy because you don't get the volunteers you used to get. >> It's that small group, but it seems here
you you got it together. But thank you again. >> Small but mighty group. Yes. And I have and I have good support throughout the PTA. So, I do appreciate, of course, from the board and from the schools as well. So thank you. >> Thank you. Thank you. Okay.
Oh, we're still open. Okay. Anyone else public comments? No. Okay. So, hearing none and seeing none, we will close to the hearing of the citizens. Correspondence to members of the board of education.
None. Adoption of prior board meeting minutes. Upon the recommendation of the interim superintendent, the board hereby approves the following meeting minutes. April 30th public uh session meeting
minutes and April 30th, 2026 executive session meeting minutes number one and number two. >> So moved. >> Second. Roll call. >> Miss Caruso? >> Yes. >> Miss Collie? >> Yes. >> Miss Laruso?
>> Yes. >> Mr. Sealini? >> Miss Shmley? >> Yes. >> Miss Mena? >> Yes. Upon the recommendation of the interim superintendent, the board hereby approves motion S1 to S8. S1, approval
of the fire and emergency drill report. S2, approval of the enrollment report. S3, approval of harassment, intimidation, and bullying monthly report. S4, resolution affirming the interim superintendent's decision relating to an alleged harassment, intimidation, and bullying incident. A
report dated 3162026. S5, resolution affirming the interim superintendent's decision relating to an alleged harassment, intimidation, and bullying incident. Report dated 316 2026. S6, resolution affirming the interim superintendent's decision relating to an alleged harassment,
intimidation, and bullying incident. Report dated uh 316 2026. S7, resolution affirming the interim superintendent's decision relating to an alleged harassment, intimidation, and bullying incident reported date 318 2026. And lastly, S8, resolution
affirming the interim superintendent's decision relating to an alleged harassment, intimidation, and bullying incident report dated uh May 4th, 2026. Roll call. Oh, sorry.
>> So moved. Second. Now roll call. >> Miss Caruso? >> Yes. >> Miss Collie? >> Yes. >> Miss Laruso? >> Yes. >> Mr. Sealin? >> Yes. >> Miss Shmley? >> Yes. >> Miss Mana, >> Personnel Committee, Miss Caruso. >> Thank you, Madam Vice President. Upon
the recommendation of the interim superintendent, the board hereby approves motions P1 through P7. P1, approve the Kelly Education Substitute List. P2, personnel actions. P3, approval of travel expenditures. P4,
approval of tenur employees for the 2026 2027 school year. P5, approval of non-tenured employees for the 2026 2027 school year. P6, approval of non-certificated
employees for the 2026 2027 school year. and P7 approval of employee salaries for the 2026 2027 school year. >> Second. >> Any questions?
Right. Thank you, Miss Caruso. Roll call. >> Miss Caruso? >> Yes. >> Miss Collie? >> Yes. >> Miss Laruso. >> Miss Segalini? >> Yes. >> Miss Shmley? >> Yes. >> And Miss Mena? >> Yes. And that ends my report, Madame Vice President. Thank you, Miss Caruso.
Curriculum committee, Miss Gemley. >> Thank you, uh, Madame Vice President, but I have no new business. Thank you. >> Physical facilities committee, Miss Laruso. >> Upon the recommendation of the interim
superintendent, the board hereby approves motions PF1 and PF2. PF1 approval of monthly facilities calendar June 2026 and approval of district use of facilities application.
>> Thank you, Miss Laruso. Any questions? Second. >> Second. >> No. Oh, no. I was just looking if I had any questions. I had some stuff in. Okay. Roll call. >> Got it. Miss Caruso? >> Yes. >> Miss Collie? >> Yes.
>> Miss Laruso? >> Yes. >> Mr. Seagalini? >> Yes. >> Miss Shmley? >> Yes. >> Miss Mana? >> Yes. Yeah. That ends my report. >> Thank you, Miss Laruso. Community Relations Committee, Miss
Kali. >> Thank you, Madame Vice President. Uh, upon the recommendation of the interimm superintendent, the board hereby approves motion CR1, approval of the second reading of the new and revised bylaws, policies, and regulations.
>> Second. >> Any questions? Roll call. >> Miss Caruso, >> yes. >> Miss Collie, >> yes. >> Miss Laruso, >> yes. >> Mr. Seline, >> yes. Miss Shamley, >> yes. >> Miss Mana, >> yes. And that concludes my report.
>> Thank you, Miss Coley. Technology Committee. Mr. Seagalini. >> The May 2026 technology report is as follows. Information security program plan. The district continues to proactively evaluate all appropriate district technologies to ensure the
safety and security of our data and information systems. Planning of necessary maintenance and upgrades for both the current and future school year are ongoing and underway. Budgeting for the 2627 school year has concluded with the projected needs covered under the
proposed budget. As we progress through the budget cycle, the technology team continues to ensure that the technology and support needs for all students and staff are considered when evaluating items and services for purchase. The district continues to evaluate varying
technology platforms to help support productivity, efficiency, and instruction within our district. The district continues to evaluate policies and procedures related to the appropriate technologies and their acceptable use to help support productivity, efficiency, and
instruction within the district. A major focus for 2627 will be the integration of artificial intelligence education into practice throughout the K8 grades. Parents are encouraged to download the Parent Square app to ensure all communications at both the district and
school level. The platform will be used for all official school communications, specifically any closings and delays, early dismissals due to inclement weather. The district concludes continues to use Genesis to share and collect data from families through forms
portal through the forms portal to allow for efficient and paperless communications. Forms are updated annually to account for new information. This includes the ongoing district re-registration. And that concludes my report. Madame Vice President. >> Thank you, Mr. Seali.
Finance. >> Thank you, Mr. Sagalini. Finance Committee. Miss Caruso. >> Thank you, Madam Vice President. Upon the recommendation of the interim superintendent, the board hereby approves motions F1 through F16. F1,
approval of payroll for April 2026. F2, approval of bills lists. F3, approval of the financial reports for March 2026. F4, approval of transfer report for March 2026. F5, approval of federal school breakfast
lunch pricing program for the 2026 2027 school year. F6 approve withdrawal from maintenance reserve account for the 2026 2027 school year. F7 approved withdrawal from the capital reserve account for the
2026 2027 school year. F8 approval of t tax tax requisition schedule for the 2026 2027 school year. F9 approval of contracts agreements and renewals for the 2026 2027 school year. F10 approval
for member participation in the P County co-op pricing system. F11, approval for a cooperative pricing system agreement with the Pay County co-op pricing system. F12, approval of the before and afterare
program for the 2026 2027 school year. F13, appointment of the public employer trust agreement for East Rutherford Vision Plan for the 2026 2027 school year. F14, approval of tuition and
extraordinary services contracts and agreements for the 2026 2027 school year. F-15 resolution urging relief from rising public school employee health care costs and F16 accept and approve
the purchase of a proprietary device from Talk toMe Technologies LLC. We >> need a second. >> Second. Any questions? Roll call. >> Miss Caruso?
>> Yes. >> Miss Collie? >> Yes. >> Miss Laruso? >> Yes. >> Mr. Sealini? >> Yes. Miss Shmley? >> Yes. >> Miss Mena? >> Yes. And that ends my report. Madame Vice President. >> Thank you. Miss Caruso. Is there any old business? >> Old business.
>> Any new business? I just wanted to quickly say I went to the FA um concert last night and the kids and Mr. Mr. Schwikart did an awesome job. It was it was great. It was well attended. So just wanted to give them a shout out for that.
Anyone else? Okay. So at this time we are going to adjourn to executive session. Be it resolved that in accordance with section 8 of the open public meetings act chapter 231 the board has the authority to adjourn
to close session to discuss matters pertaining to legal personnel negotiations attorney client privilege and or student matters. Said matters will be made available upon a determination by the board that the disclosure of the minutes will not detrimentally affect any right or
interest of the board. The board expects to return to the business portion of the meeting in approximately >> 30 to 45. I don't think it'll be that long. >> 30 >> 30. Go ahead. You better personel
>> it is HIV personnel um contracts negotiations and action may or may not be taken. >> Okay, sounds like 40. So 40 minutes. Mope. We need a motion. >> Move. >> Second.
>> All in favor? I. Any opposed? >> You in 40 minutes. 6:45. I'd like to call to order the meeting. >> Motion. >> Motion. >> So moved. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I
>> I >> Okay. And we have two walk-on resolutions. P8 approval of school business administrator board secretary contract for the 2026 2027 school year. Be it
resolved upon the recommendation of the superintendent that the East Rutherford Board of Education approve a contract while with Aleandro Verach for the 2627 school year. The salary portion for the 2627 school year
is $163,29754 cents as on file in the superintendence wait >> apologies because it's >> please hold. We may retract that. We do not retract that.
>> I miss. >> Okay. >> Okay. So, as on file in the superintendent's office, subject to approval by the executive county superintendent. >> What was
163,29754? Oh. No. Is that right? Yes, that's correct. >> So moved. >> Can I get a second? >> Second. >> Roll call. Miss Caruso, >> yes. >> Miss Collie,
>> yes. >> Laruso, >> yes. >> Begalini, >> yes. >> Miss Shamley, >> yes. >> Miss Mana, >> yes. >> Okay. Motion passes 6. >> Okay. We have another walk-on resolution
P9, approval of the appointment of the supervisor of student services for the 2627 school year. Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the interim superintendent, the East Rutherford Board of Education approves the appointment of Dell Espazito as supervisor of student services effective
July 1st, 2026 through June 30th, 2027 at a salary to be determined upon the approval of the ERAA contracts. >> So moved. >> Second. >> All in favor? Roll call.
>> Miss Caruso? >> Yes. >> Paulie? Yes, >> Miss Laruso. >> Yes, >> Mr. Sealini. >> Yes, >> Miss Shmley. >> Yes, >> Miss Mena. >> Yes. >> Motion passes 6. >> Oh, yeah. The next meeting is uh >> 23rd. >> Tuesday.
>> Tuesday because of World Cup. >> Our next meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 23rd at 6:00 PM. It's a Tuesday. >> Motion to adjurnn. >> So moved. >> Second. All
>> in favor? >> All in favor? >> I. >> Any oppose? Any oppose? >> No. >> I Okay. >> Okay.