I'd like to call this meeting to order, please. Mr. Here is not here. Here is not here. Mrs. B here. Mrs. Delone
here. Mrs. H. We have a Please join me in the flag. I aliance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for it stands. One nation under God,
indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. 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 public bodies at which any business affecting their interest is discussed or acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of the
act, the Sussex Wanage Regional School District Board of Education has caused notice of this meeting to be published by having the date, time, and place thereof posted in the school building and notice of said meeting sent to the New Jersey Herald and the Star Ledger. The Sussex Wage Regional School District is a responsive, caring, child- centered
community. Our mission is to educate each individual to become a competent, competent, lifelong learner and productive, responsible citizen by providing challenging opportunities in a safe environment through a partnership of families, schools, and communities. Let's move on to the report of the
superintendent of schools. Thank you. Tonight, we're going to be recognizing two months worth of students of the month as well as some of the retirees who have joined us. So, I'd like to start off inviting Mr. for Miss Face Up to recognize our students of the month. Good evening, Mr. Gaul, Mrs. Space,
members of the board, and members in our audience tonight. Tonight, I will be presenting the students of the month for each grade level. These students have come highly recommended by their teachers and demonstrate many of the values that we hold in high regard within our school. These values include respect, responsibility, effort, and
empathy. As I present each student their certificate this evening, you will clearly see how they demonstrate these values and all that they add to our school. The sixth rate student of the month for May is Logan Ganley. Logan is a well-rounded student who enjoys all his classes here at Sussex Middle School with a particular passion for language
arts. When he is not reading, Logan is cheering on his beloved Kansas City Chiefs and has big dreams to follow his passion for football in the future. Logan's teachers share the following. Logan is a responsible young man who strives to do his best. Logan shows respect and kindness towards peers and
teachers alike. He is always willing to help others and do whatever is asked. Logan's teachers are proud to nominate him for student of the month and can't wait to see the great things he achieves in the future. It is with great pride that I introduce Logan as the sixth grade student.
The sixth grade student of the month for June is Matthew Levista. If you know Matthew, you know he is an exceptional artist and loves his toy story. Here at SMS, Matthew enjoys all of his classes and as you might suspect, he's part of our art club. Matthew's teacher stated
the following when nominating him for his recognition. Matthew is able to bring a refreshing enthusiasm to even the smallest moments. Someone who is consistently showing genuine respect, warmth, and good nature. Whether it is a cheerful good morning or a thoughtful
how are you today? Matt never misses an opportunity to brighten someone's day. He is his simple gestures are sincere and his consistent politeness does not go unnoticed. It is with great pride that I introduce Matt as the sixth grade student for
[Applause] the seventh grade student of the month for May is Damen Shipman. Teacher stated, "Dame is an overachiever in the realm of class participation. He always has his hand up in math and science and
is eager to share his knowledge with his classmates. He is a hard worker and strives to do well in all of his classes. Damen is willing to try even when he is not familiar with the material. He has confidence to be himself. Here at SMS, Damen enjoys all his classes, but takes a particular
liking to technology class where he explores coding and creating games. In his free time, Damen enjoys Legos, drawing, and 3D modeling where his creativity truly shines. It is with great pride that I introduce Damen as the seventh grade student.
[Applause] The seventh grade student of the month for June is Gabriella Lori. Gabby's teacher stated the follow. Gabby has worked hard throughout the entire school year. She has juggled her academics and extracurricular activities in a careful
balance all by while while embodying the core values of respect, effort, responsibility, and empathy. She is a caring and compassionate student filled with creativity. With continued hard work and focus on her academics, we are confident that Gabby will continue to
follow her dream to become a lawyer or a fashion designer someday. She is a great asset to the Sussex Middle School and we can't wait to see her in eighth grade. It is with great pride that I introduce Gabby as the seventh grade student of the month. Our eighth grade student of the month
for May is Matteo Mariner. Matteo is an active young man who enjoys playing basketball and soccer. We are all excited to see what this young man will achieve at High Point Regional High School next year. Matteo's teacher stated the following. From the very first day of school, Teao has had a
quiet yet outstanding presence in our classes. He consistently demonstrates hard work and dedication in everything that he does, often going above and beyond without seeking recognition. His kindness and respectful attitude make him a trusted friend and classmate. He
is responsible, kind, and the type of student every teacher wants in their class. We will truly miss him as he goes off to high school, and we wish him the very best. It is with great pride and admiration that we celebrate Matteo as being pretty. [Applause]
And the eighth grade student of the month for June is Lucy Anderson. Her passion for learning shines brightest in her favorite subjects, reading and writing, where she enjoys expressing her ideas and tapping into her strengths and creativity. Lucy has made a positive
impact on the Sussex Middle School over the years, participating in many of our programs and clubs, including basketball, NJHS, and chorus to name a few. Lucy's teacher stated the following. Lucy is a dedicated and hardworking student who has shown tremendous growth
throughout the year. She consistently demonstrates kindness and a genuine care for those around her. Her respectful attitude and deep empathy make her a role model for her peers. She has truly blossomed this year and we know she will do amazing things in high school. It is
with great pride that we recognize Lucy as the eighth grade student of Thank you very much, Mr. Schwarz. Congratulations to all our recipients. I'd like to invite Miss Hen up to begin speaking about our retirees. Good evening. Um, our first retiree is
Lorie Ferman. Miss Lori Ferman has been a teacher's assistant for the past 19 years at the Sussex Wanage Regional School District. With her calm, loving, sweet voice, Miss Ferman was able to magically redirect any student. I have
been witness to Miss Ferman's unwavering support of the children in our community, and I can confidently say that she is the most patient, kind, and gentle souls to work for our district. We are happy for Miss Ferman and all her future endeavors. However, her presence
in the district will be greatly missed. I can recall several students she has worked with over the years in multiple grades and at all three school buildings and her professionalism and dedication has been recognized and appreciated by all the teachers and administrators.
Miss Ferman, as you venture onto retirement, and I know you take great care and pride in your elderly father, may you always know that the students of Sussex Wage Regional School District could always count on your support and smile when they met the greatest
challenges. Miss Ferman, you will be forever known as the teacher assistant who never frazzled and always maintained your composure. You are one of a kind and we wish you nothing but the best in your next chapter. Thank you for your years
of service and congratulations on your well-deserved retirement. We do hope you will come back and substitute in some capacity and know that you and your positive energy are always welcome in the halls of the Sussex Wanage Regional
School District. Lorie Ferman, congratulations. present all the retirees with their original contracts and a certificate of appreciation. [Applause] Our next retiree is Miss Adrien White.
Where she's over there? Okay. Miss Adrienne White has been an outstanding full-time teachers assistant for the past 26 years at the Sussex Wage Regional School District. Miss White serviced the students of our district with great care and attention. While
Miss White was primarily at Sussex Middle School during her last years of service, she was a very versatile teacher assistant who would assist with any vacancy or student when asked of her. Miss White had the ability to calmly engage the most behaviorally challenged middle middle school
students. She was known to play pickle ball, basketball, uno, and demonstrate various yoga poses for the students who exhibited a need for a physical and mental break in their educational day. With starting out in the preschool classroom in the beginning of her
career, Miss White ended her career in the preschool classroom with students who immediately fell in love with her placid and loving disposition. When I visited Miss White in her classroom with teacher Kelly Flynn, she was providing the best care to her one- on-one student
and was observed creating fun and innovative way innovative ways to engage him. She has always treated every student as if they were her own child. Miss White, to say I will miss you is an understatement. I had the opportunity to
work alongside you at the care program as well at the Sussex Middle School. I personally enjoyed your teamwork mentality, humorous personality, and watching you interact with the children of the community. Your retirement is a tremendous loss for the district and
please know that I appreciated your flexibility, cander, and your friendship over the years. You earned this relaxing retirement, but selfishly, I would love for you to come back and substitute for us when you're able.
Enjoy your vacation home. She has a vacation home in Maine, which all the license plate state, vacation land. Maine is a very lucky state to have such a wonderful human being as you explore all the hiking scenery and consume all
the lobster to your heart's desire. Miss Adrien White, thank you so much. You'll come back to [Applause] Next up, we have Mr. Schwarz presenting. It is both a privilege and honor to
stand before you tonight as we celebrate the retirement of a truly remarkable educator, Mrs. Diane Lingaro. For over 25 years, Mrs. Lingaro has been a dedicated member of the Sussex Wish School District, serving our community with an unwavering commitment to excellence. In her role as media
specialist, she demonstrated not only an exceptional competence and professionalism, but also an incredible flexibility to adapt and respond to evolving needs of her students and colleagues. What truly sets Mrs. Linggero apart was her deep passion for making a difference. Her mission went
beyond simply maintaining a media center. She worked tirelessly to ensure that every student had access to the most up-to-date resources and perhaps even more importantly developed a lifelong love for reading. Her enthusiasm was contagious and her impact
immeasurable. Tonight we say thank you Mrs. Lingero. Congratulations on your retirement. May the next chapter be filled with joy, relaxation, and new adventures. Congratulations. [Applause] For over 25 years, Miss Olivera served
as the Sussex Waned School District with passion, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to her students. Her work went far beyond teaching health standards. She instilled in her students essential life skills, strong character, and a lasting belief in themselves.
Driven by a sincere desire to help children become the healthiest, happiest, and best versions of themselves, Mrs. Olivea never settled for mediocrity, and she never allowed her students to either. She set high expectations, held her students accountable, and stood beside them every
step of the way to help them succeed. Her high standards weren't just about academics. They were about growth, integrity, and resilience. Her approach wasn't always the easiest, but it was always respected. Her students came to understand that learning doesn't end in
the classroom, and that being a student is a lifelong journey. The legacy she leaves behind is not just in the curriculum she taught but in the lives she touched. Her influence is still felt by her students, colleagues, and this entire community. She will be deeply
missed. Mrs. Olivera, we thank you for your years of dedication and congratulate you on your retirement. [Applause] Congratulations. [Music] [Applause]
Thank you and congratulations to all of our recipients. Um, if you didn't want to stay for the duration of the meeting, now we do a little inter intermission. You're welcome to leave. You're always welcome to stay. Your choice. No pressure.
Happy retiring. Roosevelt. It's called Roosevelt. I love them. They have like all these crazy characters. Watching the back of your shirt with this ghost. Oh. Tell Miss Langero tell Phillip put in the freezer.
Sorry. Thank you. [Music] [Music] The only other things I'd like to report out on is I'd like to thank everyone who's involved with various end of the year activities in the district, mainly Sussex Middle School graduation, the
spectacular event hosted at High Point High School. Want to thank Mrs. Space for coming out speaking on behalf of the board, Mr. Morocco for coming out assisting with those diplomas. Very much appreciated. Um, and everybody who's involved with the prek moving up ceremony. That was a cool event. So,
thank you. That's all I had to say. Thanks, Mr. Um, audience remarks. Members of the audience are invited to make brief comments about items on this agenda and matters of interest to the district. Hello. I'm Laura Aradi and I am our advisor of
the literary magazine club and I brought Annie Jantino is here to speak as to why this is such an important thing and we'll give you all literary magazine club would like to thank the board of education for sponsoring our publication of the 25th
iversary magazine. It is an important outlet for students to express their creativity and have a permanent place in the Cessence Middle School magazine. This year, 44 students and staff have pieces published. We would also like to give you each your own. We thank you for
this continued opportunity that is offered to all students in the middle. [Applause] Thank you very much. I'll bring another one. Thank you. Thank you.
Do we have any other public comments? Seeing none, we move on to the board secretary certification. Pursuant to NJAC6A23A-1610C3, I certify that as of May 31st, 2025, no line item account has incumbences and
expenditures which in total exceed the line item appropriation in violation of NJAC 6A 23A. Thank you. I'm going to move on to the approval of board minutes for April 26, 2025 regular and executive session and
May 8th, 2025 regular and executive session. I get a motion motion and second roll. Mrs. Chini, yes. Mr. Gio, yes. Mrs.
Morocco, yes. Mrs. Yes, Mrs. Balone. Yes, Mrs. Yes. April and I'm saying thank you. Um, at this time we do need to go into executive session. Action
will be taken approximately a half hour. Whereas pursuant to NJSA 104-12B, the Sussex One and Regional Board of Education may exclude the public from that portion of the public meeting at which the board discusses any of the matters described at NJSA 104-12B
1-9. Now therefore it be resolved that the Sussex London Regional Board of Education shall enter into close session to discuss personnel and legal matters. Now therefore it be further resolved by the Sussex Regional Board of Education that pursuant to NJSA 104-13B
the time when the circumstances under which the discussion conducted in close session can be disclosed to the public is when the need for confidentiality no longer exists. I got a motion. Thank you. A second. Second.
We are back in public session. Um, we'll move on to the presentation of agenda items. Thank you. Under personnel, I'd like to move items 242. Can I get a motion? A second. I'll second.
Any discussion? I do have a discussion on number four says McKenzie is resigned but she's also listed under she's approved to sub yes
she's not going to hold a contracted job roll Mrs. Yes. Mrs. Yes. Mr. Yes. Mr. Gel. Yes. Mrs. Morocco. Yes. Mrs. Yes.
the policy like a motion. Thank you. A second roll discussion roll Mr. Yes. Mrs. Morocco. Yes. Mrs. Yes.
Mrs. Yes. Motion carries under the finance 195. A second. Second. Any discussion? Yes. Mr. Yes. Mr. Yes. Morocco. Yes. Mrs. Space. Yes, Mrs.
Motion carries. Appointments. I'd like to move by number second. I'll second. Any discussion? Mrs. Oi, yes. Mrs. Morocco, yes. Mr. Yes. Mr. Gio, yes. Mrs. Space, yes. Mr.
Motion carries. Under designation, I like to number one. Can I get a motion? A motion. Thank you. A second. I'll second. Any discussion?
Roll. Mr. Marco. Yes. Mr. Chini. Yes. Mr. Cash. Yes. Mrs. Yes. Mr. Mrs. Motion. Under approvals, I'd like to move on to number one.
Can I get a motion? Motion. Thank you. Second. Second. Any discussion? Mrs. Yes. Mr. Morco. Yes. Mr. Yes. Mr. Yes. Mrs. Space. Yes. Mrs. Yes. Motion
carries. Under adoption. I'd like to number one. Can I get a motion? A motion. Thank you. A second. I'll second. Any discussion?
Mrs. Yes. Mr. G. Yes. Mr. Yes. Mrs. Morco. Yes. Mrs. Yes. Mrs. Yes. Motion carries. Under special services, I'd like to divide one through a motion. Thank you. A second. I'll
second. Thank you. Any discussion? Um number one that students home they're obviously overune. Yeah. Yeah. Mrs. Yes. Mrs. Larry. Yes. Mr. Chi. Yes. Mr. Gash. Yes. Mrs. Morocco. Yes. Mrs.
Space. Yes. Motion carries. under curriculum number one. A motion. Thank you. Second. Thank you. Any discussion? Mr. Gian. Yes. Mrs. Oi. Yes. Mrs. Chini.
Yes. Mrs. Moro. Yes. Mrs. Bates. Yes. Mr. Yes. Motion carries. Referring to the add item under personnel. I'd like to move items one through 10. I got a motion. I'll motion. Thank you. A second.
I'll second. Thank you. Any discussion? Mrs. Larry. Yes. Mrs. Morocco. Yes. Mrs. Chini. Yes. Mr. Dashion. Yes. Mrs. Space. Yes. Mrs. Yes. Motion carries. Under policy, I'd like to
make a motion. Thank you. Second. I'll second. Any discussion? Mrs. Balloon. Yes. Mr. Gio, yes. Mr. Yes. Mrs. Morocco. Yes. Mrs. Face. Yes. Mrs. Ober. Yes. Motion carries. Under
finance, I'd like to find one to four. Can I have a motion? A motion. Thank you. A second. Thank you. Any discussion? Mrs. Yes. Mr. Yes. Mr. Chini. Yes. Mrs.
Mrs. Space. Yes. Mrs. Motion carries. And under special services, I'd like to make a motion. Thank you. Second. I'll second. Thank you. Any discussion?
Roof. Mrs. Balone. Yes. Mrs. Morano. Yes. Mr. Yes. Mr. Yes. Yes. Mrs. Moving on to unfinished business. Does anybody have any unfinished business?
Seeing none, we'll move on to new business. Does anybody have any new business? Seeing none, we'll move on to audience remarks. Members of the audience are invited to make brief comments about items on this agenda and matters of interest to the district.
Hello. How's everyone? It's been a while since I've been up here. My name is Lisa Farog. I'm the president for Sussex One Education Association and I just wanted to recap the year on um SUIA does a lot of grant writing throughout the year and I'm not sure if you're aware of like
what we do to donate to the community. So we have a organization called public education partnership where we write grants mostly Stephanie Bernbound who's in charge of that and um NJA gives us a grant money approving our grants and we donate back to our community. So this
year we donated $500 to love a reading night uh for supplies. We did um $1,600 for the family bingo night which was very successful. I don't know if you've heard of that. We also did um two family paint nights and those were $500 each.
We donated for the family uh math night that was $1,000 in supplies. And then recently we did operation food which was a $2,500 donation to all the local food pantries that serve our community. We had a lot of volunteers who shop for that. And in the beginning of the year
we did a one um 5k and we donated $200 to that event. So just wanted to recap that for you guys. Enjoy your summer. Thank you. Any other public comments? Moving on to we do not need to go into second executive session. Um
to the minute motion second. All in favor say I. I.