Wednesday, November 20, 2019

Long Lake Central to consider Gender Identity Policy

LLCS BOE November 14 2019


Long Lake Central to consider Gender Identity Policy
By PETE KLEIN
LONG LAKE—When the Long Lake Central School Board of Education met on November 14, it reviewed a proposed Student Gender Identity Policy. Superintendent Noelle Short will be researching various questions the Board had.
The board discussed Foreign Language options. The members all felt that Spanish should be the foreign language taught at Long Lake CSD and asked Noelle Short to determine what the process is to do so.
The Board reviewed the Bus Replacement Plan. They would like to replace Bus 27 next school year with funding through our Reserve Fund, but to hold on replacing the Dodge Van until the 2021-2022 school year.
PRESENTATIONS
Library Media Specialist Joshua Tremblay presented his curriculum.
Larry Reece presented the 2018-2019 school year audit.
SUPERINTENDENT UPDATE
Superintendent Noelle Short said the second quarter has begun, report cards were given out today and parent teacher conferences were today.
Trunk or Treat was very successful with 20 Trunkers. The CTSO and Student Council sponsored it.
Grades K-6 had a Halloween parade and a buddy activity. CTSO raised over $250 with their Penny Wars fundraiser.
There were eight Long Lake students that attended the Central Adirondack School Music Association concert in Schroon Lake.
Basketball has started and Long Lake has students on all four teams.
Practices have started for the Drama Club with a performance to be held in the Spring.
The Green Team recently attended the Youth Climate Summit at the Wild Center in Tupper Lake.
Noelle Short and Victoria Snide are fulfilling the position of Athletic Coordinator for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year.
Pre-Kindergarten has been studying community helpers and have had Michelle Billings - school nurse, Karl Geiger – Food Service Manager, and Gabe Farr and Tyler Chiasson – NYSEG as guest presenters.
Hannah Klossner has started as the long-term substitute in the Physical Education/Health Education department and is shadowing Dana Goetze during her last few days at Long Lake CSD.
The Backpack Program is running smoothly with two community helpers, Lorrie Hosley and Helen Kentile, and Michelle Billings heading up the program.
The Outing Club has climbed both Goodnow Mountain and Castle Rock.
In response to a question by a board member at a prior meeting, Noelle Short reported that board members can volunteer if they waive any stipend and the minutes and appointment reflect such.
The Town of Long Lake is working on a comprehensive plan and is looking for stakeholders. Noelle Short has shared the board of education members names with the Town.
The elementary soccer season went well, and the girls’ varsity team participated in soccer sectionals.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR APPROVAL
On Motion by Michael Farrell, seconded by Trisha Hosley, with all in favor, the board approved the2019-2020 Audit prepared by Larry Reece, CPA.
The board recognized, on a motion by Trisha Hosley, seconded by Brian Penrose, with all in favor, Travis Howe as the Boys’ Modified Basketball Coach for the 2019-2020 season.
On Motion by Trisha Hosley, seconded by Brian Penrose, with all in favor, the board approved Jazmin Roche as a substitute for teaching and for food service.
On Motion by Michael Farrell, seconded by Trisha Hosley, with all in favor, the board approved Policy #6150 Alcohol, Tobacco, Drugs, and Other Substances (Staff).
On Motion by Trisha Hosley, seconded by Brian Penrose, with all in favor, the board approved Policy #7221 Participation in Graduation Ceremonies and Activities.
On Motion by Brian Penrose, seconded by Michael Farrell, with all in favor, the board approved Policy #7320 Alcohol, Tobacco, Drugs, and Other Substances (Students).
On Motion by Michael Farrell, seconded by Trisha Hosley, with all in favor, the board approved Policy #7511 Immunization of Students.
On Motion by Trisha Hosley, seconded by Michael Farrell, with all in favor, the board approved Kami Farr as Elementary Basketball Coach for the 2019-2020 season.
On Motion by Michael Farrell, seconded by Trisha Hosley, with all in favor, the board approved Noelle Short as APPR Lead Evaluator for the 2019-2020 school year.
On Motion by Trisha Hosley, seconded by Brian Penrose, with all in favor, the board approved the Tax Collectors Report dated November 8, 2019.
On Motion by Trisha Hosley, seconded by Brian Penrose, with all in favor, the board approved Laura Young as a basketball 30-second clock operator.
On Motion by Trisha Hosley, seconded by Michael Farrell, with all in favor, the board approved Jaime Baily as a Long-Term Teaching Assistant to cover a maternity leave.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
After holding an Executive Session, on Motion by Trisha Hosley, seconded by Michael Farrell, with all in favor, the board approved Victoria Snide as Athletic Coordinator for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year.

Editor’s note: Story is based upon the minutes of Clerk of the Board Victoria J. Snide.

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