June 24, 2026 Agenda

1. Statement of Public Notice of Meeting in Accordance with New Jersey Public Meeting Act

 

2. Motion for Executive Session

 

3. Reconvene

 

4. Flag Salute

 

5. Approval of Minutes

 

A. May 27, 2026 Executive Minutes (attachment)

B. May 27, 2026 Public Minutes (attachment)

C. June 10, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes (attachment)

 

6. Opportunity for Public to Address the Board of Education regarding specific agenda items

 

In accordance with the Public Participation in Board Meetings, in Board Bylaw No. 0167, the Chair shall limit discussion from each individual, or group representative, to five (5) minutes.

 

7. President’s Report

 

8. Report of the Superintendent of Schools

 

A. Recognition of 2025-2026 Retirees, Dr. Al Lewis

 

9. Motion to Open Public Hearing on the Proposed Superintendent’s Employment Contract

 

A. Statement on Public Hearing

 

10. Opportunity for Public to Address the Board of Education regarding the Proposed Superintendent’s Employment Contract

 

In accordance with the Public Participation in Board Meetings, in Board Bylaw No. 0167, the Chair shall limit discussion from each individual, or group representative, to five (5) minutes.

 

11. Motion to Close Public Hearing on the Proposed Superintendent’s  Employment Contract

 

12. Motion to Approve the following:

 

A. Resolution Amending the Superintendent’s Proposed Employment Contract (attachment)

B. Executive County Superintendent’s Letter of Approval of the Superintendent’s Proposed Employment Contract (attachment)

C. Proposed Superintendent’s Employment Contract (attachment)

 

13. Board Committee Reports & Action Items

 

14. Old Business

 

15. New Business

 

16. Opportunity for the Public to Address the Board of Education

 

In accordance with the Public Participation in Board Meetings, in Board Bylaw No. 0167, the Chair shall limit discussion from each individual, or group representative, to five (5) minutes.

 

17. Adjournment

 

 

DATE:              June 24, 2026

TIME:               7:00 PM

LOCATION:      Glassboro High Media Center

 

 

 

Public notice of this meeting or work session has been made in accordance with the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, Law of 1975.

 

Advanced public notice of this meeting was given March 6, 2026 including the time, date and place of the meeting.

 

Said public notice has been made as follows:

 

Notice has been posted in the Board of Education Office, Carpenter Street and Bowe Boulevard, Glassboro, NJ

 

Notice has been posted on the Board of Education website, www.gpsd.us

 

Notice has been filed with the Clerk of the Borough of Glassboro, Glassboro Municipal Building, 1 South Main Street, Glassboro, NJ

 

 

WHEREAS The matters to be discussed in Part I of this session are matters listed for private discussion under Section 7, b, (1)-(9) of the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act, and 

 

WHEREAS The general nature of the subjects to be discussed are listed in the agenda for Part I of this meeting, attached, and 

 

WHEREAS The discussion on these matters will be disclosed to the public, if possible, when the Board convenes or at the next regular meeting of the Glassboro Board of Education on 

 

Date:                June 24, 2026

Time:                6:00 PM

Location:           Glassboro High School Room A103

 

THEREFORE,

 

BE IT RESOLVED That the Glassboro Board of Education will discuss the matters listed in the agenda for Part I of this session in private. 

 

 

A. Resignations/Retirements/Leaves of Absence/Rescind Action

1. Resignations

 

a. Recommend Board approval for the resignation of Jacklyn Delizo effective June 30, 2026. (attachment)

 

b. Recommend Board ratify the resignation of Lester Grajo effective May 29, 2026. (attachment)

 

2. Revocation of Tenure

3. Dismissal/Suspension

 

a. Suspension-Employee #5641

Recommend Board ratify a 5-day suspension, without pay, for Employee #5641 effective Monday, June 8, 2026 through Friday, June 12, 2026, with a return date of Monday, June 15, 2026. (attachment)

 

b. Suspension-Employee #6080

Recommend Board ratify a 3-day suspension, without pay, for Employee #6080 effective Tuesday, June 16, 2026 through Thursday, June 18, 2026. (attachment)

 

4. Leaves of Absence

 

a. Recommend Board approval of the attached June 2026 Leave of Absence list. (none at this time)

 

5. Retirement

6. Reduction in Force

7. Increment Withholding

8. Rescind Action

 

a. Rescind Action-Special Education Teacher-Bowe MS

Recommend Board ratify rescinding the offer of employment to Jennifer Kraft as Special Education Teacher at Thomas E. Bowe Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year, effective June 5, 2026. (attachment)

 

b. Rescind Action-Special Education/ERI Aide

Recommend Board ratify rescinding the offer of employment to Jess Hall as Special Education/ERI Aide at CST/GHS for the 2025-2026 school year, effective June 9, 2026. (attachment)

 

c. Rescind Action-Bus Driver

Recommend Board ratify rescinding the offer of employment to Jose Toledo as Bus Driver 189 for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school year, effective June 22, 2026. (attachment)

 

B. New Employees/Transfers/Assignments/Contracts

 

1. New Employees

Based on the recommendation of the Superintendent, the following personnel recommendations are submitted as follows.

 

a. Teachers/Nurses/Secretaries/Aides

 

1) Grade 2 Teacher-Bullock

Recommend Board approval of Danielle Barber, pending clearance from the NJ Department of Education and receipt of a positive criminal history background check, as Grade 2 Teacher at Dorothy L. Bullock School for the 2026-2027 school year, MA Step 4, at an annual salary of $67,670.00, effective September 1, 2026. Ms. Barber is replacing Jazmyn Salazar. (attachment)

 

2) Grade 1 Teacher-Bullock

Recommend Board approval of Hailey Toy, pending clearance from the NJ Department of Education and receipt of a positive criminal history background check, as Grade 1 Teacher at Dorothy L. Bullock School for the 2026-2027 school year, BA Step 3, at an annual salary of $61,320.00, effective September 1, 2026. Ms. Toy is replacing Jessica Raymond. (attachment)

 

3) Spanish Teacher-Bowe MS

Recommend Board approval of Ambbar Marrero Santos, pending clearance from the NJ Department of Education, completion of a 50-hour program, and receipt of a positive criminal history background check, as Spanish Teacher at Thomas E. Bowe Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year, BA Step 1, at an annual salary of $60,320.00, effective September 1, 2026. Ms. Toy is replacing Joanny Campbell Kelly. If necessary, Ms. Marrero Santos will serve as a Long-Term Substitute Teacher pending above paperwork requirements. (attachment)

 

4) Special Education Teacher-Bowe MS

Recommend Board approval of Amrita Saini, pending completion of a 50-hour program, clearance from the NJ Department of Education and receipt of a positive criminal history background check, as Special Education Teacher at Thomas E. Bowe Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year, MA Step 9, at an annual salary of $73,370.00, effective September 1, 2026. Ms. Saini has been employed as a Long-Term Substitute since August 2024 awaiting completion of certification. She is replacing Valerie Delia due to retirement. (attachment)

 

5) Spanish Teacher-GHS

Recommend Board approval of Diana Crespo, pending clearance from the NJ Department of Education and receipt of a positive criminal history background check, as Spanish Teacher at GHS for the 2026-2027 school year, MA Step 18, at an annual salary of $98,871.00, effective September 1, 2026. Ms. Crespo is replacing Hester Hasheian due to resignation. (attachment)

 

6) Special Education Teacher-Rodgers

Recommend Board approval of Nicolette Senior, pending clearance from the NJ Department of Education and receipt of a positive criminal history background check, as Special Education Teacher at J. Harvey Rodgers School for the 2026-2027 school year, BA Step 10, at an annual salary of $69,470.00, effective September 1, 2026. Ms. Senior is replacing Ayana Moxey. attachment)

 

7) Special Education/ERI Aide- CST/Bowe MS-GHS

Recommend Board approval of Ahmed Ahmed, pending receipt of transcripts and a positive criminal history background check, as an Associate Aide in the position of Special Education/ERI Aide at CST/Bowe MS-GHS for the 2026-2027 school year, 5.75 hours per day, 5 days per week, Step 1, at a rate of $21.77 per hour, effective September 1, 2026. Mr. Ahmed is replacing Awwal Ayinde due to resignation. (attachment)

 

8) Short-Term Special Education Aide-Compensatory Education Hours

Recommend Board approval of Sianna Wedderburn, pending receipt of a positive criminal history background check, as a short-term Gen/Cred Aide in the position of Special Education Aide for Student ID #48067 during Extended School Year Pitman Theatre Camp as a result of compensatory education hours, effective July 10, 2026. Rate of pay is $21.37 per hour, not to exceed $1,111.24, for the following dates and hours. (attachment).

 

 

9) School Nurse- Bullock

Recommend Board approval of Shaye Deopp, pending certification and a positive criminal history background check, as School Nurse at Dorothy L. Bullock School for the 2026-2027 school year, BA Step 14, at an annual salary of $78,020.00. Start date to be determined. Ms. Deopp is replacing Marian Dunn due to retirement. (attachment)

 

b. Administration

 

1) Assistant Principal-Bullock2

Recommend Board approval of Amanda Hannigan, pending certification clearance from the NJ Department of Education and receipt of a positive criminal history background check, as Assistant Principal, 10.5 months, at Dorothy L. Bullock School for the 2026-2027 school year at an annual salary of $94,000.00, effective August 18, 2026.  Ms. Hannigan will be banking 20 sick days from her previous district.  She is replacing Timothy Hagerty due to  resignation. (attachment)

 

2) Supervisor of Early Childhood Programs (Mitcho Early Childhood Ctr)

Recommend Board approval of Toni Giordano, pending certification clearance from the NJ Department of Education and receipt of a positive criminal history background check, as Supervisor of Early Childhood Programs, 10.5 months, at the Mitcho Early Childhood Center for the 2026-20267 school year at an annual salary of $94,000.00, effective August 1, 2026. Dr. Giordano will be banking 20 sick days from her previous district. This is a new position. (attachment)

 

c. Bus Drivers/Bus Aides

 

1) Bus Driver

a. Recommend Board approval of Tracey Smith, pending receipt of a positive criminal history background check, as Bus Driver 189 for the 2025-2026 school year, Step L2Y4, 6.5 hours per day at the hourly rate of $26.65. Start date to be determined. Ms. Smith was a former district Bus Driver from 2022 to 2024 prior to relocating. She is replacing Raquel Iglesia due to resignation. (attachment)

 

b. Recommend Board approval for the reappointment of Tracey Smith as Bus Driver 189 for the 2026-2027 school year, Step L2Y4, 6.5 hours per day at the hourly rate of $27.49, effective September 8, 2026.

 

d. Substitute Bus Drivers and Aides

e. Custodians/Housekeeper/Grounds

f. Substitute Custodians/Housekeepers/Grounds

g. Athletics

h. Other

1) Computer Technician

Recommend Board approval of Ian Sweeney, pending receipt of a positive criminal history background check, as Computer Technician for the 2026-2027 school year at an annual salary of $46,822.00.  Start date to be determined.  Mr. Sweeney is replacing Abigail Palen. (attachment)

 

2. Employee Transfer/Appointments

 

a. Staff Transfer

1) Recommend Board approval for the transfer of Lisa Rencher from ICS Teacher at Thomas E. Bowe Middle School to a Floater Teacher effective September 1, 2026 through September 30, 2026. Ms. Rencher is retiring effective October 1, 2026.

 

2) Recommend Board approval for the transfer of Anthony Corma, ICS Teacher, from Dorothy L. Bullock School to Thomas E. Bowe Middle School, effective September 1, 2026. Mr. Corma is replacing Lisa Rencher due to retirement.

 

b. Custodian

1. Recommend Board ratify Andrew Olshefski from the position of Groundskeeper to Custodian, Step 2, at a prorated salary of $35,832.00 for the 2025-2026 school year effective January 29, 2026 based on the issuance of his black seal license.

 

2. Recommend Board approval to amend the 2026-2027 Employment Contract of Andrew Olshefski from Groundskeeper to Custodian, Step 3, at an annual salary of $37,052.00.

 

3. Assignments

4. Contracts

a. Assistant Superintendent

Recommend Board approval of the 2026-2027 Employment Contract for Craig Stephenson, Assistant Superintendent. (attachment)

 

b. School Business Administrator

Recommend Board approval of the 2026-2027 Employment Contract for Michael Sloan, School Business Administrator. (attachment)

 

5. Miscellaneous

6. Legal

 

C. Job Descriptions

 

D. Miscellaneous

 

1. 2025-2026 School Security Drill Statement of Assurance

Recommend Board approval of the School Security Drill Statement of Assurance for the 2025-2026 school year. (attachment)

 

2. Summer Employment-Transportation

Recommend Board approval of the following Transportation Department staff members for summer employment.

 

 

*pending receipt of a positive criminal history background check

 

3. Class Coverage/ERI-Loss of Prep-GHS

Recommend Board approval to compensate the following staff members for loss of prep at the rate of $45.00 per class for the 2026-2027 school year.

 

Breakdown: $45.00 a class (40 min coverage + 20 min prep/grading = 60 min)

 

Richard Wisniewski – World History (ERI Program)

Christina Duffey – Biology (ERI Program)

Paul Cynewski – 9^th Grade PE/Health (ERI Program)

 

4. Summer Employment-Mitcho Early Childhood Center

Recommend Board approval for the following staff members to work up to 20 hours each at the contracted hourly rate of $45.00 during the summer of 2026, effective July 1, 2026. The purpose of this additional time is to support the planning, organization, and setup of The Mitcho Early Childhood Center at Rowan University. As this is a new preschool site, staff will be responsible for inventorying materials, organizing instructional resources, establishing classroom environments, and preparing the center for the opening of the 2026–2027 school year. Since the district will not have full access to the facility until July 1, 2026, this work will need to be completed during the summer months in preparation for student arrival. Funding is through PEA.

 

 

5. Substitute Nurse Caller

Recommend Board approval of Patricia Scappa as Substitute Nurse Caller for the Glassboro School Nurses for the 2026-2027 school year, pending renewal of her emergency certification, at the stipend amount of $350.00. This role is responsible for communicating with substitute nurses and district nurses, as needed, to help ensure ongoing school nursing coverage. This role attempts to secure substitute nurse coverage when an individual nurse is unable to do so.

 

6. Course Reimbursement

a. Recommend Board approval for tuition reimbursement to the following staff member for courses taken during the Fall 2025 semester.  All required paperwork has been submitted.

 

 

b. Recommend Board approval for tuition reimbursement to the following staff members for courses taken during the Spring 2026 semester. All required paperwork has been submitted.

 

 

* pending receipt of official transcripts    

 

7. 2026 ESY Staff

Recommend Board approval of the following additional staff members for the 2026 Special Education Extended School Year Program from July 7, 2026 to July 30, 2026 at the current contracted rates.

 

Bathroom Stipend - $50.00

           

8. Toileting Stipend-1:1 Aide-CST/Bowe

Recommend Board approval to include a Toileting Stipend for Kathleen Herring in the amount of $500.00 for the 2026-2027 school year due to a change in classroom position at Thomas E. Bowe School.

 

9. Seeds To Success Youth Farm Stand Student Workers

Recommend Board approval of the following GHS students to work the Seeds To Success Youth Farm Stand beginning July 7, 2026, through August 6, 2026, 5 weeks, 4 hours per day, 3 days per week at the minimum wage rate of $15.92 per hour.

 

 

10. Summer Employment-District Curriculum Supervisors

Recommend Board approval of compensation for 10.5-month Curriculum Supervisors for summer hour work beyond their contractual time. They are engaging in tasks/projects associated with meeting the needs of our students (data analysis, curriculum revision oversight, ESL support, Title I program planning, annual school plan development, mentoring plan revisions, PDP development, professional development planning, etc.). The total amount of compensation is not to exceed the budgeted amount of $15,000.00. Funding is through Title I Funds. The following 10.5-month Supervisors of Curriculum & Instruction are eligible for compensation:

 

Amy Masso-Ferrer, Supervisor of Basic Skills & ESL

Andrew Kerns-Pancoast, Supervisor of ELA & Social Studies

Brandi Sheridan, Supervisor of Math & Science

 

11. Summer Employment-ESL Eligibility Testing

Recommend Board approval of the following staff members to conduct Summer ESL eligibility testing for incoming kindergarten students identified as potential English Language Learners from J. Harvey Rodgers School and Head Start PreK4 programs. This testing is required for state and federal compliance and must be completed during the summer prior to students entering kindergarten. Staff members will be compensated at the contractual rate of $45.00 per hour for up to 10 hours each for the administration of the ESL screener, scoring, and reporting of results. All testing and documentation will be completed in accordance with compliance requirements.

 

 

12. Summer Employment-Curriculum Writing

Recommend Board approval for curriculum revisions and writing to be completed by the following staff members to be compensated at the contractual hourly rate of $45.00 through Title II funds.

 

 

13. Boiler Operator License Class Reimbursement

Recommend Board approval for class reimbursement for Andrew Olshefski for a NJ Black Seal Low Pressure Boiler Operator License in the amount of $600.00.  Required documentation has been submitted. (attachment)

 

14. 2026-2027 Affirmative Action Committee

Recommend Board approval of the Affirmative Action Committee for the 2026-2027 school year consisting of the following staff members.

 

 

15. Revised 2025-2026 Medical Standing Orders

Recommend Board approval of the revised 2025-2026 Medical Standing Orders for the period July 1, 2026 through August 31, 2026 due to the upcoming Extended School Year Program and a change of District School Physician. There are no edits other than signature pages and an effective date of July 1, 2026 from the original orders through August 31, 2026. Dr. Koerner has reviewed and signed off on the orders. (attachment)

 

16. 2026-2027 School Safety Specialist

Recommend Board approval of Frank Geiger as School Safety Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year at the stipend amount of $6,000.00.

 

17. Board of Education Member Vacancy Replacement

Recommend Board approval to appoint Celess Tyrell, pending completion of required paperwork, to replace the Board of Education member vacancy effective July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Ms. Tyrell is replacing Dr. Stacie Tattersdill.

 

 

A. Building Issues

1. Rodgers School

2. Bullock School

3. Bowe Middle School

4. High School

5. Beach Administration Building

6. Technology

 

B. Awards/Donations

 

C. Transportation

 

1. Joint Transportation Agreement-West Deptford

Recommend Board ratify the 2025-2026 transportation jointure with West Deptford BOE (Host) and Glassboro Public Schools (Joiner) for transportation of two students to West Deptford Schools from September 8, 2025 to December 19, 2025 in the amount of $674.50.

 

2. Joint Transportation-ESY-Pitman

Recommend Board ratify the 2026 transportation jointure with Pitman School District (Joiner) and Glassboro Public Schools (Host) for transportation of students to Bankbridge Schools and Glassboro High School, from July 6, 2026 to August 24, 2026 for a total amount of $9,780.00. (attachment)

 

D. Budget Recommendations/Grants

 

1. Recommend Board approval of the following Reports per attachments:

a. June 2026 Bill Lists

1) Warrant Account (attachment)

2) Student Activities (attachment)

3) Cafeteria (attachment)

4) Athletic Officials (attachment)

b. Handwritten Check List May 1-31, 2026 (attachment)

c. Board Secretary’s Report May 2026 (attachment)

d. Revenue Report May 2026 (attachment)

e. Treasurer’s Report May 2026  (attachment)

f.  Food Service Profit & Loss May 2026 (attachment)

g. Capital Projects June 2026 (attachment)

 

Board Secretary’s Reports in accordance with 18A:17-36 and 18A:17-9 for the month of May 2026.  The Board Secretary certifies that no line item account has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year.

 

Treasurer’s Reports in accordance with 18A:17-36 and 18A:17-9 for the month of May 2026.  The Treasurer’s Reports and Secretary’s Reports are in agreement for the month May 2026.

 

Board Secretary in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)2 certifies that there are no changes in anticipated revenue amounts or revenue sources.

 

Board of Education Certification – pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4.  We certify that after review of the secretary’s monthly financial report (appropriations section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that to the best of our knowledge no major accounts or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3 and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year.

 

2. Transfer Authorization

a. Recommend Board approval of the authorized transfers for May 2026 (attachment)

 

E. Resolutions/Contracted Services

 

1. Policies/Regulations

 

a. Recommend Board approval for the first reading of the following policies/ regulations. (attachment)

 

 

b. Recommend Board approval for the second reading and adoption of the following policies/regulations. (attachment)

 

 

2. Resolution-Pledging to Practice & Promote Civility in Glassboro Public Schools

Recommend Board approval of the attached Resolution Pledging to Practice and Promote Civility in Glassboro Public Schools and authorizing submission of the adopted resolution to the New Jersey School Boards Association (NJSBA). (attachment)

 

3. Occupational Therapy Contract-Laurel Therapy

Recommend Board approval of the contract between Laurel Therapy and Glassboro Public Schools for occupational therapy services for the 2026–2027 school year. This agreement represents the first year of a three-year contract and includes an option for annual renewal.

 

4. Ruth Mancuso Lane Repaving

Recommend Board approval to amend the previously approved motion of May 27, 2026, for the repaving of Ruth Mancuso Lane through Paving Plus LLC, utilizing CCESC Cooperative Contract #66CCEPS, to include the parent drop-off loop at Thomas E. Bowe Middle School. The revised total cost for the expanded scope is $306,899.00. This project will continue to be funded through capital project dollars committed to the district by the Borough of Glassboro. The district remains grateful for the Borough’s continued investment in our schools and community, and this project reflects that ongoing partnership. (attachment)

 

5. 2026-2027 School Physician Contract

Recommend Board approval of the contract between South Jersey School Doctors, LLC and the Glassboro Board of Education for School Physician Services. The contract term shall commence on July 1, 2026, and continue through June 30, 2027. (attachment)

 

6. ACFR CAP Certification of Implementation

Recommend Board approval of the 2024-2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report Corrective Action Plan Certification of Implementation. (attachment)

 

7.Gymnasium Renovations-Bowe MS

Recommend Board approval to award Carozzo & Scimeca Construction, Inc., 2922 Fries Mill Road, Williamstown, NJ 08094, the contract to provide services for Gymnasium Renovations at Thomas E. Bowe Middle School, Project number FVHD #5532M at a cost of $316,186.00. The Business Office advertised for Gymnasium Renovations at Thomas E. Bowe Middle School and opened the responses on June 16, 2026. A summary of the response is included below. (attachment)

 

8. Gymnasium Equipment-Bowe MS

Recommend Board approval for the purchase and installation of gymnasium equipment at Thomas E. Bowe Middle School through Degler-Whiting, Inc. at a total cost of $186,600.00, utilizing Ed Data Services Cooperative Purchasing Contract #12839. This project includes the replacement of telescopic bleachers, basketball backstops, volleyball equipment, wall padding, scoreboard equipment, and related gymnasium improvements. These upgrades will modernize the facility, improve safety, and enhance the overall experience for students, staff, and community members utilizing the gymnasium. The project will be funded through referendum funds. (attachment)

 

9. Gymnasium Floor-Bowe MS

Recommend Board approval for the renovation of the Thomas E. Bowe Middle School gymnasium floor through TGG Floors at a total cost of $212,647.50, utilizing HCESC Cooperative Contract #34HUNCCP, Bid #215. This project includes the removal of the existing gymnasium flooring system and installation of a new maple athletic floor, subfloor system, game lines, logo, transitions, and related improvements to enhance the safety, functionality, and appearance of the facility. The project will be funded through referendum funds. (attachment)

 

F. Informational – Reports/Articles/Miscellaneous

 

1. Reports

a. Maintenance Report (attachment)

b. Security Drill Report (attachment)

c. Facility Request Report (none at this time)

d.  IT Report (attachment)

e. Food Service Monthly Report (attachment)

 

2. Articles

3. Miscellaneous

 

 

A. Grants/Assessments/Curriculum/Workshops/Professional Development

 

1. Grants

 

a. SONJ-Unified Champion Schools Grant Awards

Recommend Board approval for the acceptance of grant funding awarded to Glassboro Unified in partnership with Special Olympics New Jersey Unified for the 2026-2027 school year.  Glassboro Unified strives to provide inclusive opportunities in clubs and sports for students in order to build friendships and community. (attachment)

 

 

This is the 6^th year Glassboro has been awarded these funds to support the various programs run across the district for our students with disabilities.  Grant funding is reduced each year with the expectation of the district supporting sustainability of the program.  This program is supplemented through donations and student fundraising.

 

2. Title I Staff

3. Assessments

4. Curriculum

5. Professional Development/Workshops

Recommend Board approval of the attached professional development/ workshops. (attachment)

 

B. Field Experiences/Enrollment

 

1. Field Experience

 

a. Arcadia University-Physical Therapy Clinical Practice

Recommend Board ratify MacKenzie Spear, Physical Therapist student from Arcadia University, to complete her clinical experience at Glassboro School District from June 22, 2026 to September 4, 2026. Ms. Spear will be completing her clinical experience under the supervision of Rosalind Gary, PT, an employee of Virtua Rehab Services, who is providing Physical Therapy services in Glassboro School District.

 

b. Stockton University-Field Placement/Clinical Practice

Recommend Board approval for Samantha Pray, Stockton University student, to complete 100 hours of Field Placement from September 14, 2026 to December 18, 2026 and Clinical Practice Full-Time from January 4, 2027 to May 1, 2027 with Gregory Maccarone at Glassboro High School. This request is pending receipt of TB results and a positive criminal history background check.

 

c. Rowan University-TOSD Clinical Practice

Recommend Board approval for Amara Walls, Rowan University student, to complete her Teacher of Students with Disabilities clinical experience from September 3, 2026 to December 17, 2026 with Denise Rossi at Glassboro High School. Student is required to complete 40 hours.

 

d. Rowan University-Clinical Practice

Recommend Board approval of the following Rowan University students for Clinical Practice Placement.

 

September 8, 2026 to December 9, 2026

January 19, 2027 to May 7, 2027

 

From:

September 8, 2026 to December 9, 2026

January 19, 2027 to May 7, 2027

 

To:

September 8, 2026 to December 9, 2026

January 19, 2027 to May 7, 2027

 

e. Rowan University-Field Placement/Music

a. Recommend Board approval of the following Rowan University students for Music Field Placement with Sean McCarrick at Thomas E. Bowe Middle School on September 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026 and October 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2026. Students are required to do 20 hours.

 

 

b. Recommend Board approval of the following Rowan University students for Music Field Placement with Alexa Kowalski at J. Harvey Rodgers School on September 10, 17, 24, 2026 and October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2026. Students are required to do 20 hours.

 

 

f. Rowan University-Field Placement/HPE

Recommend Board approval for the following Rowan University students to do Health/Physical Education Field Placement with Elizabeth Conley and/or Arielle Marshall at J. Harvey Rodgers School and Glassboro High School on September 17, 24, 2026 - October 1, 8, 15, 22, 2026 and December 15 and 17, 2026. The Rowan University course instructor (Maria Lepore-Stevens) will be joining the class on their visits to the district. Students are required to do 10 hours.

 

 

2. Enrollment/ADA (attachment)

 

C. Testing

 

D. Special Education/Other Student Issues

 

1. Out-of-District Placements

a. Recommend Board ratify out-of-district placements for the following students.

 

1) Students ID #26-04 and #26-05 at West Deptford School District under McKinney-Vento effective September 2025 through December 19, 2025. Cost to the district is $11,528.52.

 

2) Student ID #26-03 at YALE School for the 2025-2026 school year effective March 9, 2026. Cost to the district is $27,775.26.

 

3) Student ID #26-06 at Archbishop Damiano School effective May 4, 2026. Cost to the district is $16,901.76.

 

4) Student ID #26-07 at Bankbridge Regional for the 2025-2026 school year effective May 12, 2026. Cost to the district is $7,093.24.

 

b. Recommend Board ratify Home Instruction services for out-of-district Student ID #25-16 at a rate of $86.00 per hour for 7 days effective May 4, 2026.

 

c. Recommend Board ratify tuition payment adjustment in the amount of $9,699.00 from the 2025-2026 school year for Student ID #23-02 at Garfield Park Academy effective June 12, 2026.

 

d. Recommend Board approval for out-of-district placements for the following students for the 2026-2027 school year.

 

1) Student ID #17-22 at HollyDell School effective July 1, 2026. Cost to the district is $115,894.04 which includes ESY.

 

2) Student ID #21-02 at Holly Dell School effective July 1, 2026. Cost to the district is $115,804.04 which includes ESY.

 

3) Student ID #22-02 at Larc Norcross School effective July 1, 2026. Cost to the district is $125,019.30 which includes a 1:1 Aide and ESY.

 

4) Student ID #22-03 at Durand School effective July 1, 2026. Cost to the district is $148,365.05 which includes a 1:1 Aide and ESY.

 

5) Student ID #25-11 at Durand School effective July 1, 2026. Cost to the district is $148,365.05 which includes a 1:1 Aide and ESY.

 

6) Student ID #20-01 at YALE School SE, Inc. effective July 1, 2026. Cost to the district is $167,076.00 which includes a 1:1 Aide and ESY.

 

7. Student ID #18-07 at YALE West II effective July 1, 2026. Cost to the district is $149,221.80 which includes a 1:1 Aide and ESY.

 

8. Student ID #26-02 at BDA Behavior Stabilization Program effective July 1, 2026. Cost to the district is $750.00 per diem ($3,750.00 weekly).

 

E. Athletics

 

F. Miscellaneous

 

1. GPSD AI Tools Acceptable Use Plan

Recommend Board approval of the Glassboro Public School District AI Tools Acceptable Use Plan. (attachment)

 

Note: The plan was originally approved by the Board of Education on May 21, 2025 for implementation during the 2025–2026 school year. This action seeks approval of the plan for the 2026–2027 school year and subsequent years. Any future revisions to the plan will be brought to the Board for review and approval.

 

2. Amended 2026-2027 School Calendar

Recommend Board approval to amend the 2026-2027 school calendar as follows. (attachment)

 

* Reinstate the previously scheduled January 15, 2027 two-hour delayed opening while retaining the February 5, 2027 two-hour delayed opening approved by the Board at the May 27, 2026 meeting.

 

Rationale:
At the May 27, 2026 meeting, the Board approved replacing the January 15, 2027 delayed opening with a February 5, 2027 delayed opening to support professional development related to the implementation of i-Ready, which will replace NWEA MAP as the district’s benchmark assessment platform beginning in the 2026–2027 school year.

 

Following further review of the calendar during a 26-27 professional development planning session, it was determined that one of the district’s four traditional two-hour delayed opening professional development days was inadvertently omitted from the originally approved calendar. The district has historically incorporated four two-hour delayed opening professional development days into the school calendar to provide staff with dedicated time for training, collaboration, data analysis, curriculum implementation, and other instructional initiatives.

 

Reinstating the January 15 delayed opening while retaining the February 5 delayed opening will restore the district’s four scheduled two-hour delayed opening professional development days and ensure adequate time is available to support ongoing professional learning and district priorities throughout the school year.

 

3. 2026-2027 Emergency Virtual or Remote Instruction Plan

Recommend Board approval of the Virtual and Remote Instruction Plan. According to the NJDOE, in order to provide transparency and ensure that New Jersey students continue to receive high quality, standards-based instruction, each school district, charter school, renaissance school project and Approved Private School for Students with Disabilities (APSSDs) must annually submit its proposed program for virtual or remote instruction (plan) to the Commissioner of Education.

 

a. 2026-2027 Emergency Virtual or Remote Instruction Plan Checklist (attachment)

 

b. 2026-2027 GPSD Emergency Virtual or Remote Instruction Plan (attachment)

 

4. Comprehensive Equity Plan-Year 2

Recommend Board approval of the 2026-2027 Comprehensive Equity Plan Statement of Assurance and authorize its submission to the Executive County Superintendent.

 

The Comprehensive Equity Plan (CEP) for school years 2025-2026 through 2027-2028 was initially approved by the Board of Education at the June 19, 2025 meeting. As part of the annual monitoring process, the district is required to submit a Statement of Assurance affirming that implementation of the CEP remains on track and that the district will continue to fully implement the Board-approved plan during Year 2 (2026-2027).

 

The Statement of Assurance further affirms that the district met all applicable implementation timelines during the 2025-2026 school year and will continue to maintain compliance with all federal and state laws, codes, and regulations governing equity in education.

 

a. Comprehensive Equity Plan 2025-2026 to 2027-2028 SOA-Year 2 (attachment)

 

b. Comprehensive Equity Plan Affirmative Action Team (attachment)

 

5. Title I Summer Enrichment Program

a. Recommend Board approval for an amendment for change in cost and location for the Summer Enrichment Program serving students in grades K-8. The program will take place from July 7, 2026 to July 30, 2026, Monday through Thursday from 8:30 to11:30 am. The program will be held at Dorothy L. Bullock School for students in grades K-5 and at GHS instead of Thomas E. Bowe Middle School due to construction at Bowe MS for students in grades 6-8. Teachers will be paid at the current hourly rate of $45.00 to include 3 hours of prep time at the beginning of the program for planning and family outreach, and up to 3.5 hours each day to allow for time to implement arrival and dismissal procedures. The program will take place through in-person instruction and will utilize both district transportation and parent drop-off/pick-up. The program addresses academic needs including ELA and Math. All registered students will receive targeted instruction based on their individual needs according to end-of-the-year assessment data. The program will be funded through Title I.

 

 

b. Recommend Board approval of the following staff members to serve in the Title I Summer Enrichment Program. The program will operate from July 7, 2026 through July 30, 2026, providing targeting small-group academic support to students in grades K–5 at Dorothy L. Bullock School and grades 6–8 at Thomas E. Bowe Middle School (program housed at Glassboro High School).

 

Participating teachers will be compensated at the current contractual rate of $45.00 per hour through Title I funding. The following staff members are recommended for approval.

 

 

6. 2026 Summer Teacher Academy

Recommend Board approval for the implementation of the 2026 Summer Teacher Academy, including compensation for presenters and participants, and authorization of specific staff members to serve as presenters.

 

Program Overview

The Summer Teacher Academy is a week-long professional development program designed to support all instructional staff members in strengthening their instructional practices, with priority given to first-year teachers, novice educators, and newly hired district staff. The academy will be held during the week of August 17–20, 2026, and will run daily from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm with each day consisting of two 1.5 hour sessions.

 

Participants will engage in interactive learning experiences focused on strengthening Tier I instruction and supporting student achievement through the district's Teaching with P.R.I.D.E. framework.

 

Topics will include:

*Planning and preparation for effective instruction

*Differentiated instruction

*Progress monitoring and formative/summative assessment

*Data-driven decision-making

*Play-based knowledge centers

*Classroom management and student engagement

*Building positive classroom culture and relationships

*Using visual supports in the classroom

 

Sessions will be facilitated by members of the Curriculum & Instruction team and experienced district educators recognized for exemplary classroom practice. The program is designed to build instructional capacity, foster collaboration, and provide educators with practical strategies and resources that will positively impact student learning outcomes.

 

Compensation and Costs

*Participant Compensation: $45.00 per hour for each hour of participation.

*Presenter Compensation: $45.00 per hour for both presentation and preparation time.

 

As outlined in the GEA agreement, presenters will be compensated for two (2) hours of preparation for each one (1) hour of presentation.

 

Session Details

*Each session will be 1.5 hours in length.

*Up to 30 participants may attend each session.

*A total of 8 sessions will be offered with some sessions including two trainings from which participants can choose.

 

Estimated Total Cost

The total cost of the program will not exceed $43,200. This includes compensation for:

*Up to 30 participants attending eight (8) sessions of 1.5 hours each; and
*Up to 10 presenters, each compensated for 1.5 hours of presentation time and 3 hours of preparation time.

 

Funding Source

Title II Funds

 

Presenters for Approval

Approval is requested for the following staff members to serve as presenters. Each presenter will be compensated for 4.5 hours total (3 hours of preparation and 1.5 hours of presentation) at the contractual rate of $45.00 per hour.

 

 

Note

Participation in the Summer Teacher Academy is open to all instructional staff members. Additional presenter and participant approvals will be submitted for Board consideration at subsequent Board of Education meetings as registration and staffing needs are finalized.

 

7. 2026 Summer Paraprofessional Academy

Recommend Board approval for the implementation of the 2026 Summer Paraprofessional Academy and compensation for participating paraprofessionals.

 

Program Overview

The Summer Paraprofessional Academy is a week-long professional development program designed to support paraprofessionals in strengthening the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively support student learning and behavioral success. The academy will be held for three days concurrently with the Summer Teacher Academy during the week of August 18–20, 2026.

 

Participants will engage in interactive sessions focused on instructional support, student engagement, behavior management, communication strategies, and fostering student independence. Session topics will include:

*Using visual supports in the classroom

*De-escalation strategies

*Supporting language development for non-verbal learners

*Providing support in special area classes

*Identifying the function of behaviors and appropriate responses

*Least intrusive prompting

 

Sessions will be facilitated by members of the CST team and experienced district educators recognized for exemplary classroom practice. The academy will provide paraprofessionals with practical strategies and resources to enhance their effectiveness in supporting students across instructional settings.

 

Compensation and Costs

*Participating paraprofessionals will be compensated at their contractual hourly rate for all approved hours of participation.

 

*Presenter Compensation: $45.00 per hour for both presentation and preparation time. As outlined in the GEA agreement, presenters will be compensated for two (2) hours of preparation for each one (1) hour of presentation.

 

Session Details

*Each session will be 1.5 hours in length.

*A total of 6 sessions will be offered.

 

Estimated Total Cost

The total cost of the program will not exceed $3,200.00. This includes compensation for both presenters and participants.

 

Funding Source

Title II Funds

Presenters for Approval

Approval is requested for the following staff members to serve as presenters. Each presenter will be compensated for 4.5 hours total (3 hours of preparation and 1.5 hours of presentation) at the contractual rate of $45 per hour.

 

 

Note

Additional presenter and participant approvals will be submitted for Board consideration at subsequent Board of Education meetings as registration and staffing needs are finalized.

G. Informational

 

1. HIB Report (attachment)

2. Suspensions (attachment)

3. Board Reports

a. Rodgers (attachment)

b. Bullock (attachment)

c. Bowe MS (attachment)

d. GHS/GHS Guidance/Athletics (attachment)

e. AEHS (attachment)

f. Rodgers Guidance (attachment)

g. Bullock Guidance (attachment)

h. Bowe MS Guidance (attachment)

4. Assistant Superintendent Report (attachment)

5. Volunteer Nurses-Bullock (Informational) (attachment)

6. Volunteer-Bullock Field Day (Informational) (attachment)