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Front Row. from left: M. Phelps, R. Laporte, K. Dunn. C. Williams, M. DiOrio, R. Kelly, D. Aliasso. Back Row: G. Masters, B. Lis, C. Tormey, T. Greene, M. Eisenhart. J. Rundell, name withheld by request, A. Barrett.

Front Row. from left: M. Phelps, R. Laporte, K. Dunn. C. Williams, M. DiOrio, R. Kelly, D. Aliasso. Back Row: G. Masters, B. Lis, C. Tormey, T. Greene, M. Eisenhart. J. Rundell, name withheld by request, A. Barrett.

Second grader Dominic Aliasso with Jim Tilley and Bill Ransom

Second grader Dominic Aliasso with Jim Tilley and Bill Ransom

In observance of Flag Day, Commander Bill Ransom and Past Commander Jim Tille of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Old Forge Post 9314, paid a visit to Tracy Down’s second grade class at the Town of Webb School on Friday, June 14.

During the program, they recited patriotic poems, led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance and spoke to the class about the history of the flag.

The children were given flags of their own as well as a Flag Day Certificate.

The program was also attended by kindergarten and first grade students as well as many parents.

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Town of Webb board of education holds February 5th meeting

The Town of Webb Union Free School District Board of Education held a meeting on Tuesday, February 5 at 6:30 p.m., where it took the following action (these are not the board’s official minutes).

Public Forum: General Education Work Experience Program was the topic of discussion. Several parents and a student addressed the board regarding the program and future course offerings. A Community member expressed his support of the educational program currently offered and its need to be funded fully for our students even during tough budget years.

The Board of Education took the following action:

• Approved the Minutes of January 22, 2013 regular meeting.

• Approved the Warrants and Claims.

• Appointed the following:

Therá Levi as Substitute Cafeteria Worker at $9/hour.

Therá Levi as Substitute Cleaner at $9/hour.

Therá Levi as Substitute Teacher Aide at $9.75/hour.

Nicole Sieczkowski as Substitute Teacher at $70/day.

Nicole Sieczkowski as Substitute Teacher Aide at $9.75/hour.

• Approved the Committee on Special Education Recommendations.

• Accepted the resignation of Caitlyn Goodwin as teacher aide effective March 1, 2013.

• The Educational Technology Teacher position is abolished effective June 24, 2013.

• Appointed Mallory Sullivan as Long Term Substitute effective February 5 – June 24, 2013.

Special Topics: 

The Board discussed the 2013-2014 Budget. Preliminary expenses and revenues were discussed.

Principal’s Report:  Continue reading →

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Town of Webb UFSD Board of Education meets in Old Forge

The Town of Webb UFSD Board of Education held a meeting on Tuesday, December 4, at 6:30 p.m., where it took the following action. This report is a summary and not the approved minutes of the board.

• Approved the Minutes of November 20 regular meeting.

• Approved the Warrants and Claims.

• Approved the Board Policies: 604.2 – Bus Accident – Emergency Plans; 605.2 – Operation of School Owned Vehicles; 606.2 – Maintenance of Vehicles

• Approved Danielle Harmer as Travel Club Advisor at the prorated rate of $412.50.

• Approved the appointment of the following: Cheryl Montana Fletcher as Substitute Teacher at $80/day; Cheryl Montana Fletcher as Substitute Teacher Aide at $9.75/hour; Hope Miller as Substitute Teacher at $80/day; Hope Miller as Substitute Teacher Aide at $9.75/hour.

• Approved – Dave Clark as 2012-2013 winter sports coach for Grade 3, 4, 5, and 6 Intramural BB – 2.25% x $40,149 (base salary) = $903.35

• Approved John Swick as a certified Lead Evaluator of teachers and has completed training which meets the requirements of 8 NYCRR 30-2.9 and the Town of Webb UFSD’s Annual Professional Performance Review Plan.

• Approved the recommendation of the Town of Webb UFSD CSEA Sick Bank Committee to approve 44 hours CSEA Sick Bank for a Civil Service Employee.

Special Topics: The Board reviewed Board Policy Section 000’s.

Principal’s Report: Continue reading →

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Town of Webb Board of Education meets on October 2nd

The Town of Webb UFSD Board of Education held a meeting on Tuesday, October 2, at 6:30 p.m., where it took action that is summarized in the following capsule, which does not constitute the board’s approved minutes.

Public Forum:

a. Ms. Nahor expressed condolences to the Leach family on the passing of Dorothy Leach.

b. Sharon Evans attended a mandated seminar and gained insight into the process of governance in regard to the Board of Education.

c. Jennifer Dunn, District Treasurer reported on the tax collection Also, reported on small claims assessments and 2011- 2012 audit. After review of calendars the Audit Committee will gather on October 11th or 12th for a meeting to review the 2011- 12 audit.

The Board of Education took the following action: Continue reading →

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Town of Webb Ski Competition: Varsity Alpine teams take firsts in three competitions

Hunter Lawrence

West Tickner

The Town of Webb Varsity Alpine Ski Team competed in a slalom event at McCauley Mountain on Saturday, January 21. The course was tough, as it was icy on the headwall and at the flush near the end of the race.

Despite the conditions however, the TOW girls’ and boys’ teams each took first place honors. Jessica Hannah took first place in the first run with a time of 50.72 seconds, and Mara Gaffney took second with a time of 56.15 seconds.

Lexie Haehl took 6th place, Camry Liddle and Danielle Gibbs took 9th and 10th, respectively, and Maggie Queen came in 15th place.

MacKenzie Kelly, Ella Mitchell, and Brianna Brownsell placed 21st, 22nd, and 23rd respectively.

In the girls’ second run, McKenzie Liddle placed first with a time of 46.52 seconds. Lexie Haehl placed 5th in the second run with Mara Gaffney taking 6th, and Camry Liddle taking 9th place. Continue reading →

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One Step Closer: Webb School Board introduces superintendent finalists, holds public interviews

The community interviews of  the three candidates for the Town of Webb UFSD Superintendent position were conducted Wednesday evening, January 4, in the vocal music room at the school.

The interviews were conducted as an hour-long question and answer period between community members and each candidate.

Approximately 30 people were in attendance.

Marc Czadzeck, who is currently the Building Principal for grades pre-kindergarten through twelve at the St. Regis Falls Central School, was the first to be interviewed.

The second candidate was Francine Shea of Middleport, who has previously held a Superintendent position in the Beaver River Central School District.

Town of Webb School Principal Rex Germer was the final candidate to take questions from the audience.

All three candidates showed a genuine compassion for education and for the students they are responsible for, and shared similar views on such subjects as distance learning. Continue reading →

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Three Superintendent candidates meet with student group for Q&A

by Colin Criss Weekly Student Correspondent

The Town of Webb School District is currently in the process of choosing a new Superintendent following the retirement of Don Gooley on January 31; and though the decision rests solely with the Board of Education, it has asked for help from the community as well as the student body in determining the next appointee.

This request gave about a dozen students, including myself, the opportunity to interview the Superintendent candidates On Wednesday, January 4.

The format for the interviews was simple: one candidate at a time facing the intimidating panel for 45 minutes.

The students asked them about specific plans for the future and how they would address a variety of hypothetical problems.

The student panel did a fine job posing questions that were thoughtful and appropriate.

A large concern in our group was the lack of growth in enrollment and the possibility that certain classes stood to be eliminated.

The student panel indicated they would like the eventual superintendent to give a focus to minimizing any damage that might result from downsizing the course strucbusinessture.

The students hope the eventual appointee will also bring ideas for bettering the availability of elective and advanced courses.

All three candidates conveyed a strong desire to work toward solutions in a fiscally feasible way, depending on the available budget.

Another issue brought up by the team of interviewers was a need to have someone in charge who was well connected to our community, as well as the student activities, clubs, and sports.

All the candidates concurred, and their participation in this student interview showed an understanding of the role of school superintendent in our community.

The candidates indicated they would work closely with the students to solve issues around the school.

It was the consensus of the student panel that the woman and two gentlemen interviewed were each enthusiastic, focused, and dedicated to serving in the position.

They all seemed quite skilled and capable, which means the board of education will have a difficult decision ahead. But given the quality of these candidates, it’s clear that our next superintendent will likely be a very good one.

I wish the eventual appointee all the best, and look forward to getting to know him or her along with the rest of our community.

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