001Welcome everyone. Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. >> I want to return this. >> 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. >> Good evening. Before we begin tonight's agenda, I would like to acknowledge both teacher appreciation last week and the ongoing AP exams and state testing taking place across our schools. In many ways, testing season serves as a reminder of the extraordinary work happening in our classrooms every day. While assessments are only one measure of student success, they do reflect the preparation, encouragement, support, and care our teachers and staff pour into students throughout the year. What makes the Morris School District so special is not only the incredible range of
002students we serve, but the way our staff meets students where they are, challenge them, support them, and help prepare them not just for school, but for life. This evening, we have the pleasure of recognizing several retirees who have dedicated years, in some cases, decades of service to our district. A career in education leaves its mark in thousands of quiet ways over time. In students who gained confidence, colleagues who were supported, families who felt heard, and school communities made stronger because someone showed up every day and cared deeply about their work. Tonight is an opportunity to express our sincere gratitude for that dedication and service to our district and community. We also welcome all of our community to join us at our next Board of Education meeting on Monday, June 8th, where we will recognize our
003student athletes and review the college and career outcomes of the Morristown High School class of 2026. Um congratulations and welcome to all of our guests. We're thrilled that you're here. Dr. Rodriguez. >> Thank you. Good evening. Tonight's Board of Education meeting has an attitude of gratitude. We are grateful for all who retired and their countless contributions. The Board of Education is also grateful for the continuous partnerships with staff and administration. Gratitude isn't just a feeling, it's a form of energy. This energy has the power to attract, connect with others, and create a positive effect in our school community and the world. Welcome and congratulations to all retirees. Next, we have our student committee reports. >> Hello, um everyone. I hope everyone is doing well. My name is Daisy and I will be delivering tonight's student
004report. Spring sports are continuing into their county and state tournaments with the girls lacrosse team defeating Chatham to win the county tournament for the third time in the last 4 years. Senior in Michigan Lacrosse commit Caroline Condon won the MVP award after putting up a hat trick propelling the Colonials to a 7-6 victory. A few other season highlights, the baseball team has won seven out of their eight games to improve the 9-11 record on the year with a sweep against Sparta. The girls flag football team has a 7-3 record on the year shutting down Sparta last week 28 to the zero. The boys volleyball team swept Delbarton in back-to-back two-set wins as they look to defeat Vernon this Thursday at home. Lastly, the girls softball team has the second best record in the NJ Athletic
005Conference with a 20 sorry, with a 12-3 record as they prepare for a state's run this season. This past Thursday, the 33rd annual jazz night took place at the high school with guest star Deon Tucker performing with the high school spectrum jazz ensemble. Performing groups include included the FMS and MHS jazz ensembles as well as a jazz choir and newly founded MHS big band featuring talented and upcoming musicians in our district. The student government is continuing their progress with the college merch clothing drive, the movie night on the turf and they've begun advertising for their annual 5K fundraiser. Additionally, our student government officers and the top two students have started drafting their graduation speeches meeting with our theater director Mr. Levine to refine them. These events are designed to create lasting memories for the seniors
006while also serving as a great opportunity to raise funds for future school costs. Students are currently in the middle of a demanding two-week testing period. We are halfway through AP exams, the last of which is computer science A on this Friday, a course I'm taking myself. Between the AP window and NJ SLA testing, there's a split in energy between the students who have finished their requirements and those who are still pushing through their final assessments. Furthermore, since many courses now require either the AP exam or a final, we're seeing an influx of students opting for the AP exams this year. With only six Mondays remaining, students are determined to maintain this pace and finish the year on a high note. That concludes this month's report. Thank you. >> Thank you very much. Vivian, can I
007ask Daisy a question? Would you like to tell us where you're off to next year? >> Oh, yeah. Um I'm going to MIT. >> Yeah, very good. >> Congratulations. Uh next we'll have our presentation now for retiree recognition. >> Yes, and I'd like to invite Ms. Laura Clark, director of human resources, to begin our presentation. >> Good evening, everyone. I need my glasses getting on. So, I have the honor of acknowledging Ms. Sherry Burrows. The Morris School District community has been a staple in the community for many years. This is also true for Ms. Sherry Burrows. Ms. Burrows has been an employee with the district for 15-plus years. She started as a lunchroom playground aide at Hillcrest School and spent the remainder of her years as a secretary for the community school. During her time
008at the community school, she was a jack of all trades. Her job as administrative assistant was riddled with various tasks, but she could also be found filling in for after school or summer school programs when needed, and always with a smile. Tonight, we salute you, Sherry Ms. Burrells, and we wish you all your heart desires in the next chapter of your life. >> Good evening, everyone. I am Joan Frederick, the assistant business administrator. I want to start off by letting you know how happy I am to be here tonight to share with everyone the pleasure it has been for me to work alongside Joanne Eisenberg. After graduating college, Joanne began her career in corporate accounting. She took a small break to start a family with her husband, Don. Joanne is the mother of three boys,
009grown men now, and five grandchildren. As the children were growing, Joanne worked in education in a student support role. Joanne came to Morris School District in June 2015 as an administrative assistant in the buildings and grounds department. She kept everything in order there until she transferred over to the accounting department as the accounts payable clerk. The following year Joanne was promoted to the accountant for Morris School District, which was more in line with her expertise and background. Joanne is a strong woman who is dedicated to her work and takes her responsibilities seriously. She put in whatever time was necessary to make sure all the deadlines were met, often being one of the last vehicles in the parking lot at the end of the day. Joanne is also very detail-oriented in her work, which is a
010quality that is a must and is admired in accounting. I could always rely on a job well done. Along came Friday, March 13th, 2020, COVID. The Morris School District was going to shut down and start remote starting on the following Monday. Joanne and I looked at each other and thought, "It's it'll be okay. 3 weeks and this will be over." Boy, were we wrong. The accounting department relied heavily on paper at that time. How were we going to keep the accounting department running? How could others who were working remote continue to enter the purchase orders? Joanne took the lead and implemented the online process for the administering of the purchase orders. It was the beginning of a paperless office. She continued to work in person, rotating her staff in order to keep the department running
011during such a trying time. Kudos to you, Joanne. In addition to fulfilling her responsibilities as the accountant, Joanne also supervised two staff and trained new hires in the department. Her friendly and kind demeanor made her approachable by staff not only in the accounting department, but also throughout the district. She was always available to assist others whenever there were questions or problems would arise. On February 1st, 2026, Joanne retired from the Morris School District. Some of us wondered, "Why retire now? It's in the middle of the winter. What are you going to do at home?" We so wanted her to stay. But Joanne has a home in Vermont, and she, along with her entire family, love to ski, including her grandchildren. Joanne was also looking forward to spending more time with her family, and especially with
012her grandbabies. Joanne's husband, Don, also retired at the same time. So now they have free time to do what they want to do, when they want to do it, and vacation together at their leisure. Congratulations, Joanne, on a job well done. >> Good picture. >> Okay, next up is Adrian Sapherow, the executive director of technology. >> Good evening, everyone. I'm excited and honored to help celebrate our director of infrastructure, Osvaldo Padilla, affectionately known as Ozzy, as he officially wraps up a quarter century of dedicated service to the district. 25 years of showing up, solving problems, and being someone people rely on day in and day out. Ozzy joined the district in 2000 as a computer technician, back when monitors weighed 40 lb. The cloud was just a reference to the weather, and a quirky little
013search engine named Google had just hit the scene. He became assistant director in 2016 and later director of infrastructure. Along the way, he also earned a master's in tech ed from Columbia University, fitting for someone who's always learning and growing. Though I've only worked with Ozzy for a small part of that journey, it didn't take long to understand why he's so respected here. He's been described as dedicated, reliable, welcoming, funny, and always willing to help. And that combination matters. Technical skills are important, but being the kind being a the kind of person who makes others feel supported and valued is what true people truly remember. I also kept hearing one other description, a true foodie. What many people may not know is that before IT and education, Ozzy attended culinary school and actually worked in
014the restaurant industry for many years. So, his lunches are just as impressive as his troubleshooting skills. Maybe better. And if that wasn't enough, he's also a skilled drummer who plays in a band. So, I think it's safe to say retirement is going to suit him just fine. He's got plenty of backup career options. A true renaissance man. Ozzy, thank you for your leadership, for your kindness, and the impact you've had on the district throughout your tenure. And on a personal note, thank you for making my transition here so much easier. I I appreciated your support and friendship. I'll even forgive you for being a Yankees fan. >> Haha. Yes, I'm a Mets fan, unfortunately. Since retirement speeches can sometimes Sorry, since retirement speeches can sometimes go a little long, and Althea has spent enough years
015dealing with late nights, I think he's earned at least one meeting that can end on time, right? So, let me simply wish you a retirement filled with great food, great music, great travel, and plenty of time with your family, who are here with him today. You're absolute You've absolutely earned it. Thank you. All right, now I'd like to introduce the principal of Lafayette Learning Center, Jacqueline Adames. >> Good evening, everyone. It is an honor to be here tonight to celebrate our retirees from Lafayette Learning Center. I am so thankful to have worked with such amazing women in a such short period of time. They've made such an impact in my life. I can only imagine the impact that they have made in the lives of so many others in the past 25 years. And we
016begin tonight by honoring Meg Goss. Tonight is truly an honor to recognize and celebrate someone who has dedicated 25 years of service to the Mora School District, our incredible school nurse, Meg Goss. Over the years, Meg has become so much more than a nurse in our school community. Her knowledge of health practices consistently exceeds expectations, and her commitment to the safety and well-being of our students is unmatched. She is always 10 steps ahead and when it comes to anticipating student needs, developing health plans, and ensuring every child is cared for with thoughtfulness and precision. Meg not only supports the school, but the entire preschool program as well. Prior to us hiring a consortium nurse, Meg supported our preschool site directors by ensuring that their medical records were always up to date and that those flu
017shots got completed by December. She has been a steady and dependable presence for our staff, students, and families. Since I have known Meg, I have been continually amazed by her ability to manage every aspect of her day with grace and professionalism. Whether she is welcoming students who arrive late to school, rushing to a classroom with a band-aid or an ice pack, comforting a child who is not feeling well, or responding to a more serious medical situation, Meg handles it all with calm with a calm demeanor and a nurturing spirit. In moments of medical emergencies, her calmness and compassionate approach help guide all of us through difficult situations effortlessly. She brings reassurance not only to students, but to staff and families as well. Her presence has made our school a safer, kinder, and a more supportive
018place for everyone. Meg, your dedication, your professionalism, and care have touched countless lives throughout the 25 years here in the Morris School District. Your impact will be felt long after your retirement, and your absence will certainly be felt in the hallway. On behalf of the entire school community, we thank you for your extraordinary service, your compassion, and your unwavering commitment to our students. We wish you nothing but happiness, health, lots of relaxation, and many joyful adventures in your retirement. Congratulations, and thank you for everything that you have given to us. And the retirees continue. Tonight, we also honor Ms. Socorro, also known as Cory Santana. Tonight, we are honoring, and recognizing, and celebrating you for for someone who has made an extraordinary impact in our school community. Our Cory, who is our dedicated LDTC and
019valued member of the child study team. Throughout her career, Cory has exemplified what it means to be a true advocate for our students and families. Her dedication to her work was evident every single day, often staying beyond her contractual hours to ensure paperwork was completed thoroughly and thoughtfully for every student on her caseload. Her commitment to doing what was best for children never wavered. She served as a leader within the child study team, consistently sharing her expertise and deep knowledge of special education law and code. Staff members relied on her guidance, her professionalism, and her insight, and she always approached her work with integrity and compassion. One of Cory's greatest strengths was her ability to connect with families. She took the time to help parents truly understand their child's evaluations, IEPs, and the special education
020process. She built trusting relationships by meeting families where they were, listening to their concerns, and ensuring they felt supported every step of the way. She formed meaningful relationships with Spanish-speaking families, helping bridge communication gaps, and ensuring all parents felt informed, included, and empowered to advocate for their children. Her patience and kindness and commitment to equity made lasting difference for so many families in our community. Beyond her expertise, Corey truly knew her students. She understood their personalities, their strengths and individual needs, and she worked closely with teachers to provide strategies and support to help students succeed. She saw each child as more than a case file. She saw them as individuals deserving of care, encouragement, and an opportunity to succeed. What also stands out about Corey is the way she built relationships with students beyond the
021child study team process. She volunteered to assist with arrival and dismissal routines, greeting students each day, and helping set a positive tone for their day. Those small moments mattered, and they reflected the genuine care she had for every child. Her dedication, compassion, leadership, and advocacy have left a lasting mark on our school. The lives you have touched, students, parents, families, teachers, and colleagues are better because of your work. On behalf of our school, we thank you for your service and your commitment to the children and families, and we wish you a retirement filled with happiness, relaxation, and all the joy that you greatly deserve. Thank you. >> And I will now turn it over to Mr. Brad Bertani, principal of Alfred Vail. >> Good evening, everyone. Tonight, we celebrate someone who has truly left a
022lasting mark on the district and in the hearts of so many students, families, and colleagues, Ms. Mimi Brockington. For 27 years, Ms. Brockington dedicated herself to serving the district, and that kind of commitment is truly special. Nearly three decades of showing up every single day with compassion, patience, and dedication is something to be admired and celebrated. Over those 27 years, she became more than just a staff member. She became a steady presence, a trusted mentor, and an important part of the fabric of our school community. Throughout her career, Ms. Brockington served in numerous roles across the district, including teacher assistant, assistant behavior specialist, and for our Sunrise and Sunset program. No matter the title she held, the one thing remained constant, her unwavering dedication to the students and her commitment to helping every child succeed.
023Ms. Brockington had a special gift when it came to working with students. She had the ability to meet them exactly where they were, while also encouraging them and pushing them toward new heights. She built genuine connections, and every student who walked through her door knew they were seen, heard, valued, and most importantly cared for. What made Ms. Brockington truly exceptional was her uncanny knack for balancing the roles of educator and mother figure. She offered guidance, patience, encouragement, and sometimes the tough love that students needed all while making them feel safe and supported. That kind of impact cannot be measured. It is felt for years to come in the lives that she helped shape shape. Ms. Brockington also formed meaningful relationship with teachers, staff, and families alike. She was a pleasure to work with, someone you
024could rely on, learn from, and laugh with. She always arrived strived to be the very best version of herself and to inspire those around her to do the same. Personally, I had the privilege of working with her for over a year and a half and during that time I witnessed first hand all the incredible things she brought to our school community. Her presence, her energy, and her heart made a difference every single day. While retirement marks the end of one chapter, it certainly does not mark the end of the impact Mamie has had on the district. 27 years of service leaves behind a legacy that will not be forgotten. She has was and always will be a member of the AV family, a Viking through and through. Mamie, congratulations on a truly well-deserved retirement. We
025are going to miss you tremendously, but we are also very happy for you as you begin this new step in a new journey. Thank you for your 20 years of dedication, compassion, and service. Your legacy will continue to live in every student and colleague whose life you touched. Congratulations, Mamie. See you there. >> All right. Now it's my pleasure to introduce Mr. Patrick Fallon, the principal of Woodland Elementary. >> Good evening, everyone. Before I begin, I would like to extend a heartfelt congratulations to all of our retirees tonight being honored. Your collective years of dedication have shaped the hearts of the Morris School District, and we are so grateful for your service. It is my absolute privilege tonight to speak about Mrs. Carol Helmer, a woman whose roots in the Morris School District run deeper
026than most. Although Carol officially retired last July, meaning I did not have the chance to officially work with her, getting to know her through our phone calls and through the stories of our colleagues has been a true joy. Carol didn't work for the district, she lived it. She started as a dedicated PTA volunteer while her own children moved through our halls, from Normandy to Woodland, Thomas Jefferson, Frelinghuysen Middle School, and finally Morristown High. Her professional journey was just as storied. She served as a district cashier for 10 years, then transitioned to a full-time teaching assistant, bringing her talents to Hillcrest, Alexander Hamilton, Frelinghuysen Middle School, Thomas Jefferson, and even Morris Vo-Tech. Finally, for the last 12 years, she found her home at Woodland Elementary School as a teaching assistant in a kindergarten classroom. I spoke
027with Mrs. Horton, who worked closely with Carol for many years. She described Carol as a definition of dedicated, sweet, and soft-spoken. She was the quiet engine of the classroom, ensuring that every student felt safe and nurtured. However, I did learn one technical secret. Carol is officially banned from the Woodland School copiers. Apparently, if the machine jammed, Carol was inevitably last seen near one of our copies. The students, of course, were knew her best. They described her as a person who meet them made them feel safe. One of our former kindergarteners, now one of our active first graders, admitted that he used to push her buttons constantly, but he followed up that by saying that he always knew that she truly cared for him. Carol, I'll let you take a guess of who that student may
028be. When I first called Carol tonight to prepare, she almost hung up on me because she thought I was asking her to give a speech. Once I assured her that I would be doing the talking, she share she shared how fondly she looks back on her 30 years. She loved the energy of science day, field day, but most but most mostly she loved the students the most, and she said that the time just went so fast. Carol, after three decades of service, you have looked after hundreds of students with a kind heart and a steady hand. On behalf of Woodland School and the entire Morris School District, thank you, and happy officially retirement. I hope that the last year was wonderful. Suffer meeting. >> I would now like to introduce Dr. Miller of Normandy Park
029to speak about a staff retiree. Good evening everybody. Uh I also want to give a heartfelt thank you to all of the retirees this evening for everything that they've given to this district. Uh seeing everyone's emotions tonight really is special and adding up all the years of everyone who who is here uh really talks to the point of the importance of community here in the Morris School District. Uh today I'm here to honor uh Bill Cole. Uh Bill Cole is our school psychologist who's been with the Morris School District for decades. I promised Bill that this would be a very intense roast. Uh I'm sorry. I I lied a little bit on that. I have a lot of nice things to say about you. Uh so it's a true honor to celebrate Bill Cole as
030he prepares for a well-deserved retirement. When we reflect on Bill's career, we aren't just looking at years on a calendar. We're looking at a lifetime of dedicated advocacy for the children and families of our communities. He really solidified his journey uh at Normandy Park School beginning uh the school to kick off and then went to Frelinghuysen for a few years and came home to Normandy Park School for the last uh 8 years. For many professionals, a career is a series of moves from one district to another, But, Bill found his home early on. He started at Normandy and returned to Normandy. And from those first days, he committed himself to the essential, often behind-the-scenes work of the child study team. As the case manager, Bill has been the bridge between home and school for hundreds
031of families. He sat through countless IEP meetings, navigating complex regulations and emotional conversations with grace and professionalism, and lots of metaphors. He liked to use trains, planes, automobiles. Really liked vehicle metaphors. They They were very effective. Bill's gift has always been his ability to see the whole child. He welcomes all of the students at Normandy Park School, all of the uh students that are being dropped off with a smile and a joke every morning. He looks past the data and test scores to find the individual strengths and the human being behind every file. There is a beautiful quote that perfectly captures the essence of Bill's work. Helping one person might not change the world, but it could change the world for that one person. For decades, Bill has lived those words. While he may not
032have set out to change the entire world, for the student who finally felt understood in his office, or the parent who felt heard during a difficult Bill changed their entire world. He provided the emotional scaffolding that allowed the students and families to feel safe and capable. This is a profound sense of a full circle in Bill's career. He has seen students enter kindergarten needing significant support, watched them leave as confident young adults. Bill, as you move on to this next chapter, know that your legacy is written in the success stories of the students you championed. You were the one who spoke up when things were difficult. You were the one who celebrated the smallest victories as if they were the greatest achievements. May your retirement bring you the same peace and clarity you provided for
033others, time to enjoy the results of your many years of hard work, and your next or your continued career as a writer, the knowledge that you made a permanent difference in the lives of students. Congratulations, Bill. Thank you for your unwavering support to our school and community. You are and forever will be a meaningful member of the Normandy Park School family. Thank you very much. Back to you, Felicia. Uh Mr. Robert Speranza, principal of Sussex Elementary. >> Okay. Good morning. >> Good evening, everyone. Congratulations to all of our retirees being honored here tonight. Um today we come together to celebrate someone who has given so much of ourself to our school community, Ms. Tracy Badnhausen. For 21 years, Ms. Tracy Badnhausen has been a dedicated member of the Moore School District, spending 12 years at
034Woodland School, and then past 9 years at Sussex Avenue. Throughout her career, she has devoted her talents to special education. Shaping the lives of countless students with patience, skill, and heart. Ms. Badenhausen delivered math and English language arts instruction in ways that truly met students where they were. Through small group settings and one-to-one peer support, she understood that every child learns differently. And she made it her mission to ensure each student felt seen, supported, and capable of success. But her impact goes far beyond the classroom. Anyone who has walked the halls knows that Mrs. Badenhausen was always there offering help, encouragement, or simply a reassuring presence. She has been a constant source of kindness and support not just for her students, but for her colleagues and the entire school community. Her dedication, her warmth, and
035unwavering commitment to students will leave a lasting mark on Sussex Avenue School. While her presence will truly be missed in our halls, we are so excited for her as she begins this next chapter. Ms. Badenhausen, thank you for your years of service, your compassion, and the difference you have made in so many lives. We wish you a retirement filled with joy, relaxation, and all the wonderful things that you deserve. Congratulations and enjoy every moment that comes next. >> Now I have the pleasure to introduce next up Mr. Vinnie Marchesi, principal of Frelinghuysen Middle School. >> Thank you, Bobby. Welcome everyone. Congratulations to all our retirees. And I have a tremendous honor here to talk to three educators, three incredible people who have made an impact at Frelinghuysen Middle School that is very, very difficult for
036me to put into words. So, first person I'm going to talk to is Dr. Mary Ellen De Cataldo or Dr. D. Dr. Mary Mary Ellen De Cataldo is a school psychologist who has 28 years experience in the middle school district, where she has had a tremendous impact on all those she has come in contact with. Over the course of those years, Mary Ellen has brought a calm demeanor and an incredible breadth of knowledge when working with students, parents, and her colleagues. When anyone thinks of Mary Mary Ellen, one of the first things that comes to mind is her drive and commitment to the students she serves, coupled with a deep commitment to her role as a school psychologist. On any given day, on or around 4:30 p.m., if you were to walk by, or if
037you were to peer in to that child study team office at FMS, this is on any day of the week, there would be a high probability that you would see Mary Ellen sitting at her desk working, typing up a report, preparing for a meeting, sending an email. This is who Mary Ellen is. Deeply committed, to consummate professional. In talking to her colleagues, they had this to say about her. Dedicated. Detail-oriented. Students first. She has seen everything and is quickly able to recall and apply those experiences when helping a team member with a decision. A fierce advocate for her students. Never stops. Students are always reaching out long after they had Mary Ellen as their case manager to tell her that she has had a long-standing impact on them. Mary Ellen's knowledge and presence at FMS
038and in the CST office will be missed and never forgotten. Whether it's advocating for a student after a mishap, explaining a report to parents with the utmost professional, detail, and clarity, or making sure every file was in tip-top shape. Mary Ellen is the school psychologist that every student, parent, and colleague wants on their team. Congratulations on your retirement, Mary Ellen, and thank you for all you have done and for your incredible legacy in serving the students of the Moore School District. You will be missed at FMS. Miss Harriet London. Miss London, a math teacher and teacher leader, has served the students of the Morris School School District for 24 exemplary years. Karen is a tremendous teacher in every sense. And one who has made a profound impact on every student who has entered her classroom.
039Karen's a master teacher, a mentor, and just this year was recognized as our Governor's Educator of the Year Award winner at FMS. At her core, Karen cares deeply about her students. Whether they were It is her use and implementation of stations or other dynamic teaching strategies, giving PD to her colleagues, or coming in early for 7:30 a.m. extra help sessions with her seventh grade students. Karen always goes the extra mile. It is this commitment and care that has made Karen so beloved at FMS. These are characteristics that middle schoolers do not fail to notice. So, what do her students say about her? She puts her students first. She knows what she's doing. She always wants to hear the student perspective. She's really good at helping students understand math concepts. She makes sure everyone understands and
040always teaches other ways to get the answer. She's very kind. She's really nice. She gives out prizes with the punch card system and the and the prizes are very good. She always goes above and beyond with her teaching. And the last one here, so I talked to a bunch of students and Shannon. And middle schoolers are silly, right? But they also can be very, very serious. So, we're outside at the end of the day at dismissal. And a girl runs up to me and she goes, "Mr. Marquez, I know you talked to me about Ms. London, but I have one more thing I didn't tell you." And from there she goes on and she And this is seventh grade. She recounts her journey as a math student. And she ended it with saying, "You know
041what? Miss London really made me like math, and I never liked math before." Karen, thank you for everything that you have done and for the wonderful legacy you've created. You will be deeply missed by your students and colleagues. Congratulations on your retirement and all you have accomplished in such a decorated career as an educator. Thank you. And last educator from Frelinghuysen that I'm so lucky to speak to is Miss Anna Muster. Miss Anna Muster is a French teacher with 27 years experience at Frelinghuysen Middle School in the Moore School District. Anna's impact on her students during that time has clearly demonstrated that teaching a language is so much more than vocabulary words and verb conjugations. Anna's legacy was built on meaningful connections with her students and excellence in instruction. It is those qualities that enabled
042her to open her students' eyes in not only understanding and learning a new language, but a new culture and new perspectives. Anna helped build the French program into what it is today. A program that has consistent and significant student interest. A program where students are interested in learning French. A program where students have always wanted to have Miss Muster as their teacher. In speaking with her colleagues, Anna is always described as such. Unfailingly professional. Deeply committed. Incredibly kind. Able to connect with all students that come into her classroom. A master teacher. Patient and calm. We've really missed Dana this year at Frelinghuysen we want to obviously commend her on all she did in transitioning our new staff member in the fall. She's deeply missed by the students and she's touched a tremendous amount of young
043people over the course of 27 years. Anna, thank you for your years of dedication, your leadership, your passion for teaching and for helping build something truly meaningful at FMS. Thank you so much. And next up I'd like to introduce Dr. Paradouma, supervisor of language arts 6-12. >> Good evening everyone. It is truly an honor to be here tonight to join this celebration. And to honor Mr. John Madden. Well, it's impossible to distill nearly three decades of service into a single dedication. I want to share a highlight reel of Mr. Madden's journey as it relates to our MHS English Department and beyond. Herman Melville wrote, "It is not down in any map. True places never are." For more than a quarter century, Mr. Madden has been a navigator to those true places. From teaching world literature
044and film to American studies and the Science Academy, he was always seeking to be on the cutting edge of education. He took part in the evolution of the Classics to Humanities Academy, which eventually grew into what we know today as the Life Design Lab or LDL. His classroom has never been a static destination, whether he was guiding students through the complexities of Moby Dick or the poignant dreams found in A Raisin in the Sun. His focus was anchored in Paulo Freire's philosophy, "Reading the world precedes reading the word." This is the hallmark of Mr. Madden's career. He believed in learning by doing. Learning that is purposeful, relevant, and engaging, whether students were retracing the footsteps of Holden Caulfield in in Manhattan or creating pieces such as the Freshman Experience project inspired by the artist Sol
045LeWitt. A former MHS student shared this. "Mr. Madden stood out because of his emphasis on experiential learning. He created an atmosphere that gave students direction while simultaneously enabling them to create their own paths. He focused on the processes through which we learned, not just the end result. His guidance brought out his students' inner passions." In a world that constantly demands doing, Mr. Madden championed the wisdom of Lorraine Hansberry. "Never be afraid to a while and think. That reflection is the heartbeat of the passion projects, such as the Morristown flag, which was perfected for months in LDL. Mr. John Madden, you leave behind a lasting influence on students who don't just know how to read, but how to see. You taught them that the most important maps are the ones they draw themselves. As you set
046sail for your next adventure, know the unique and shaping impact you've had. We wish you fair winds and following seas. Congratulations. I'd like to introduce Mr. Mark Manning, principal of Morristown High School. >> Good evening, everyone. I want to thank the board and Dr. Muchi for allowing us this opportunity to recognize our amazing retirees this year. I've tried to do the math, and I wasn't a math teacher, but well over several several hundred years of dedication to the Morris School District are represented by tonight's retirees, and I want to congratulate everyone uh I begin my remarks. Tonight, we celebrate Paula Wind, whose impact on our school community cannot truly be measured in years alone, although 26 years is certainly an extraordinary accomplishment. Tonight, we honor Paula for a career defined by compassion, dedication, flexibility, and
047an unwavering commitment to students with special needs. We also celebrate the fact that Paula is an MHS alum, class of class of '81. Congratulations, Paula. For so many students, staff members, and family, Paula has been far more than a teaching assistant. She has been a steady presence, a trusted supporter, and quite honestly, a bright spot in every room she entered. In the Colonial Life classroom, her kindness, fairness, and calm strength helped create an environment where students felt safe, respected, and valued. And the students absolutely adored her. Something that cannot be taught, and something that cannot be faked. It comes from genuinely caring about people. Over the years, Paula became the person everyone could count on, whether accompanying students to different job sites, stepping in to cover for colleagues, or simply helping wherever she was needed.
048And she did it all with grace and positivity. She embodied what it means to be a true team player. No task was beneath her, no challenge too difficult, because her focus her focus was always on what was best for students. What stands out most, however, are the relationships she built. The love and trust her students had for her speaks volumes about the kind of educator and the kind of person she is. Through patience, encouragement, and compassion, Paula helped students grow in confidence and independence. And she leaves behind a legacy that will continue long after today. Paula, thank you for 26 years of service. Your heart, your laughter, and your dedication to students who were fortunate enough to learn from and alongside of you. Your work mattered deeply, and your presence will be greatly missed. Wishing
049you and Lou years of happiness with Steven, Britney, Christina, and Ashley, and your nine beautiful grandchildren, Brielle, Delaney, Haley, Justin, Jake, Colton, Jack, Brynn, and Jason. I think they're all here tonight. Right? Yeah, there you got a hand back there. Please join me in congratulating Paula for a truly remarkable career and wishing her a happy and well-deserved retirement. Why don't we get the grandkids up here for the picture? Come on up. >> Okay. There we go. It's adorable. >> Tonight we celebrate an extraordinary educator, colleague, mentor, as we honor Marina Bergin on her retirement after 21 outstanding years at Morristown High School. Over the course of her career, Marina has taught just about every mathematics course we offer. However, she spent the majority of her time guiding students through our highest level math classes, preparing
050generations of young people for futures in engineering, finance, technology, research, and countless other math-related careers. Her impact on students extends far beyond the walls of her classroom, and I know that from personal experience. Marina taught both of my sons, and when I asked them to share a memory of her, their responses captured exactly the kind of teacher she has been throughout her career. My younger one said, "She was the first math teacher who instilled in me a high level of confidence in math, which encouraged me to major in applied mathematics in college." My older son described her as a demanding math teacher, "which I needed, but someone who always backed up those demands with the support and encouragement we needed to be successful." I think those words perfectly reflect Marina's balance of high expectations, deep
051knowledge, and an unwavering commitment to her students. Her colleagues shared equally meaningful reflections. One noted, "It will be hard to imagine next year without Marina teaching math on the fourth floor. For years, she has prepared students for collegiate mathematics. And we can recognize students who had her as a teacher the year before. Another shared, "One thing that really shows how much Marina cares about her students is that she always works until the last minute to make sure everything is ready for them." And perhaps my favorite reflection was this. "For Marina, the shortest distance between a problem and a solution wasn't always a straight line. Sometimes it was a new perspective." That insight speaks not only to the way she taught mathematics, but also to the way she approached teaching her itself. Beyond the classroom, Marina's
052colleagues will also miss the care and pride she brought to everything she did, including keeping the math office remarkably clean and organized, to the point where some were genuinely nervous about leaving a mess behind. And of course, many staff members fondly remember the generosity of Marina and her husband Nick in hosting gatherings and celebrations over the years that helped strengthen the sense of community within our school. Marina, your legacy at Morristown High School of is one of excellence, dedication, and lasting impact. On behalf of all of us, thank you for the countless lives you have influenced over the past 21 years. We wish you and Nick many years of good health, happiness, and wonderful memories with Lena, Ivan, and your grandchildren Roman and Stellan. Congratulations, Marina, on a truly remarkable career and a well-earned retirement.
053We'll miss you. All right, last and certainly not least, you ready, Dijo? 50 years. 50 years, just saying those words out loud is remarkable. Where do you begin to summarize the career and accomplishments of a man who started teaching during the nation's bicentennial? Over the last half century, Greg De Giacinto, or as generations of students and staff know him, Dijo, has become nothing short of an institution at Morristown High School. During his extraordinary tenure in the Morris School District, Dijo has worn many hats. He has been a health and phys ed teacher, a math teacher, attendance coordinator, dean of students, and a coach. And in every one of those roles, he brought the same qualities that have defined his career. Dedication, humor, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to students. Dijo was the teacher who taught
054the very first group of students to swim in what was then our brand new pool. And as legend has it, he also delivered what may have been the longest introduction to swim safety in Morristown High School history. Somehow that story perfectly captures who Greg is, thorough, caring, and unforgettable. Throughout my time at Morristown High School, I can I cannot count the number of graduates who have stopped me to ask, "Is Dijo still there?" or proudly shared, "Dijo taught me back in 1979." In fact, Dijo taught my secretary Pam, class of 1981, along with many other alumni who now work in our schools and community. That kind of longevity is rare, but the impact he has made over those 50 years is even rarer. Greg has shaped the lives of literally thousands of Morristown High School
055students, and his legacy will continue long after tonight. His colleagues describe him as one of those rare people that everybody loves. They speak of his kindness, his sense of humor, and the genuine care he shows to both students and staff. They describe him as the first person to check in if someone is having a difficult day, always ready to offer support, encouragement, or simply a listening ear. To so many people, Dijo has been more than a colleague. He has been a mentor, a friend, and a steady source of positivity. Of course, his colleagues will also fondly remember some of Dijo's legendary routines, including maintaining the exact same parking spot for years, and sprinting to his car every afternoon as soon as the bell rings. Some traditions are simply timeless. As he begins his well-earned retirement,
056we know Dejo will stay busy visiting yard sales, shopping at the bargain box, and spending time at beautiful Spago Lake. But most importantly, we know he'll enjoy more time with the people he loves most. His wife Gail, his children Pat, Julie, and Dana, and the true apples of his eyes, his grandchildren Luca, Blake, Quinn, and Zoe. Greg, thank you for 50 incredible years of service, friendship, laughter, and dedication to Morristown High School. Your impact on this school community is immeasurable, and it has truly been an honor to honor to work alongside of you. Congratulations on a remarkable career and a retirement that is more than well deserved. Congratulations, Greg. >> This By the way, this was this is a flag that hung on the ceiling on the wall at the cafeteria. Greg had asked me
057a couple of weeks ago if no one if if if no one ever wants that flag, I'd love it. So, we took it down. >> I love you. >> Congratulations once again to all, and now we have a pause where you may enjoy some refreshments outside and then we'll reconvene with our meeting. Thank you, everyone. >> Mhm. >> It's fine. >> Okay. >> They all did a very good job. Allen and Meredith Okay. I wish I had a coat. Oh, you know, we turned the temperature down cuz there were so many people. Do we know if Meredith Meredith's missing? Is Meredith once we start Let me go see where the other Oh, there she is. >> That's okay, the mics don't reach up there. >> Hey, uh we'll begin by reading our statement for the
058public portion before we open the meeting to public comment. We wish to remind you that our meeting is now video recorded and publicly aired. While the board welcomes and encourage public comment, we ask that you be respectful, including any comments that you might make about staff. The board does not endorse any comments made by a speaker, nor will the board be held liable for any comments made by members of the public. The law prevents the board from speaking about specific students and about personnel matters. For this reason, the board will not answer any questions on these subjects. Finally, the board's policy limits each speaker to 3 minutes. We ask that you respect this policy and the time of your fellow community members by concluding your comments once you reach 3 minutes. Public comment is open
059for an hour or until public comments are complete, whichever comes first. At this point, I would like to invite any members of the public to come forward and provide your full name and address. >> Those were a lot of wonderful presentations. You have a lot of big shoes to fill with all those retirements happening. So, decades of service and commitment to Morris School District. Um oh, my name is Jessica Umbria. I am I live at 1 Randolph Drive. I'm here representing the Morris Educational Foundation. I wanted to invite community um to join us. Next week is our Colonial Nation third annual trivia night being held at Glenbrook. Um it's Tuesday, May 19th, 7:00 p.m. at Glenbrook Brewery in Morristown. It's a fun event. It brings together the Morristown High School alumni, uh the Morris School
060District staff, families, supporters for an evening of connection, friendly competition, and giving back. Teams will compete for prizes donated by local businesses with all proceeds benefiting students across the Morris School District. So, come with a team or join one that evening, and we hope to see many fam- familiar faces there. Registration information is available through the Morris Educational Foundation and Colonial Nation social media channels. Thank you. >> Thank you. Thank you. >> Good evening. Tara Tara Satalongo, 27 Edgehill Avenue, Morristown. Um I am here just to get a update. I know we can't speak specifically about personnel matters, but I understand that there were some interviews, and last time several of us from the special education community just spoke with our concerns regarding leadership changes. So, understanding we can't speak about anyone personally, I just
061wondered if there was any update. Obviously, the end of the school year is quickly approaching. I can't believe it's like mid-May. Um and you know, we're hopeful to have some sort of transition with Dr. Pinto Gomez, who you know, we all really appreciated her leadership, or just understand from a CPAC perspective a transition plan, or to get to know um who may be taking those roles. If you have any updates or information, it'd be appreciated. Thank you. >> Thank you very much for um your interest. This is an incredibly important position. We don't have any recommendations uh before the board this evening, uh but we will have a recommendation and update hopefully at our next meeting. And if we don't have one prepared for our next meeting, we'll send out a letter of explanation in
062advance um with the date, and we're committed to a smooth transition. We're taking this slowly and carefully because we recognize the importance of the position, but no recommendations for an appointment just yet. >> Any other speakers? If none, I I ask that we close the public comment sec- portion. And we then begin with our committee reports, beginning with curriculum. Meredith? >> Okay, thank you. The committee curriculum committee met on April 29th. Uh we started by approving field trips as is customary, which will you will see on your agenda tonight in Ed Matters motion two. There are some exciting field trips coming up. Highlights include visits to Grow It Green's urban farm at our LLC site, activities by our Junior National Society of Black Engineers, very first district-wide field day for fifth graders happening at MHS
063and designed to create community amongst future FMS students. Um in preparation uh uh for a committee-requested presentation on the topic of assessment for our next curriculum meeting. Our committee discussed the creation of a chart of district-wide assessments uh uh conducted at each grade identifying the purpose of each and how it's used amongst other things. Curriculum, we spoke about the curriculum calendar presentations and required approvals. Committee reviewed it to make sure the requested presentations are aligned with administrative schedules and workload and uh the committee agreed to add in um to receive an exec- executive summary from the outgoing uh special ed um assistant superintendent um and in August we'll be reviewing so that's for June and in August we'll be reviewing student achievement data for special education and bilingual students. Next, we reviewed a presentation on
064the district pilot with LinkIt, which is an assessment management data analytics and intervention support system uh to monitor student achievement. Committee members are encouraged to review all the documents, that's a reminder uh for our next meeting May 27th and at that meeting the committee will hear from an administrator from another district who has fully implemented LinkIt so this should be fairly helpful for us. In addition, the committee would like to see a sample report from that LinkIt typically provides to districts which uses a district's data to demonstrate capabilities of their data this data locker. Um for the informational part of our meeting, we discussed intervention for eighth grade students in reading for the remainder of the year. We learned that ELA instruction in May and June will prioritize strategies that give our graduating students additional
065tools to more independently navigate the complex texts they will be encounter in high school. Uh Dr. Muchi answered questions about how the program is being implemented and the potential impact it will have on NJ SLA student achievement um and how the program will be monitored. Lastly, we discussed um discontinuing use of a couple uh supplementary programs uh which will save the district money and also allow us uh to spend on this future data locker um and our next meeting will be May 27th. See you then. Mhm. Thank you. >> Next finance >> Thank you. Our meeting was May 4th. Um as Meredith mentioned Farmer Sean from Grow It Green uh was in our session as well and we have on the agenda tonight motion 10 under business matters, a contract with Grow It Green and
066the Farmer Sean that is uh basically the same contract we've had in place but is extending it for another 5 years. It's renewing. Um this is really important work that we're doing. Uh kids learn uh where food comes from which is a very important thing for folks who are growing up in an urban or suburban area as opposed to living on a farm. We also have many field trips for students to the farm throughout the year. Uh teenage volunteers help get the farm ready. We have a weekly food set uh stand that starts in June runs through October um and is open to the public during this time so you can go purchase various uh fruits and vegetables that are grown there. And we also donate food to local food pantries. We spoke about um
067the status of the FMS turf field. We've spoken about that in several of the past meetings. Pre- It's proceeding along very well and we talked about adding um a couple of change orders, one having to do with the purchase and installation of scoreboards, and the other the installation of uh fiber optic cable for security cameras and other technology needs. Uh from a finance standpoint, we uh have motion six under business matters, our 26-27 tuition rates. These are estimated for the uh coming school year and will be adjusted after our um audited financial data uh is available for that year. Um we also discussed uh rates for our sunrise and sunset support that we offer to uh parents. Those uh numbers are all in the agenda. If you um haven't gotten one and want to look
068at it, there's probably some over here in the in the corner. Um we talked also about our um preschool uh expansion project. That's motion seven business matters. It um lists a site uh list of sites and enrollments for each of our community partners. And the budgets have been submitted and reviewed by our fiscal uh specialist for our preschool and submitted to the state for approval. Um our enrollment, according to this, is 525 and it's about uh a little over 8 million dollars. Excuse me, I'm choking. Um Pomptonian is being renewed. This is our food service provider. That's motion eight under business matters. Uh we are increasing um meal prices by 15 cents, as was discussed in our last meeting in April. And they've also in uh given us a slight increase in the guarantee of
069$3,000 from the current year. Uh and a 3% increase in their management fee. Again, all those numbers can be found in the agenda. Um uh do want to report that we have uh accounts receivable balance for student meals. Um and uh we do attempt to make uh collection on those. The balance is up a bit. And we will continue to try to get payment for that. The total paid meals and all the cart sales through March of 26 equals 522,000 and change. So we are making money on that. And the district is trying to bring down the air balance counter walk us sends out monthly reminders to families and works with the families individually to try to understand the needs and work out payment plans. This year again, we're providing meals to Shepherd School. That's
070motion nine business matters. Meals are delivered to Shepherd School by Pomptonian, our food service provider. We also have under motion 11 business matters a number of lease purchase financing agreements that will be directed to various technology, equipment, buildings and grounds equipment. Yeah, like a dump truck and a and a towable boom and so on. So these numbers are all included in the budget that was approved in our last session. There were some bid awards. One for the Alexander Hamilton security vestibule. And that's motion 13 under business matters. Very unique design that's a historical building as many of you know, and this is the last school for us to complete the security vestibule. So we're very proud of the creative thinking that went into the design of that vestibule for us. We also have under motion
07112 business matters an award to TrueGreen for lawn care. This is basically fertilizer and weed control and that kind of thing. We do do most of the mowing ourselves, I believe. We will have or did have an opening for mobile internet devices for student use. This is for students who don't have access to internet at home. We give them what essentially is a mobile hotspot that they can use at home for their Chromebook access. Um we are offering to our employees uh this coming school year Aflac insurance. Open enrollment occurs in the month of May. And there are two new enhancements. Um a $7,500 uh accidental death and dismemberment plan with travel assistance. Um this comes at no cost to the uh district or the employee. And there's up to $100,000 in life insurance uh
072um uh issue guaranteed. We um uh received information from NJDOE on the um funding that will come back in the form of debt service aid. Uh we're in the process of looking those numbers over now and determining how to move forward. And there will be more to report on that in coming months. Our next meeting is going to be on June 1st. And uh the finance subject continues. >> Human Resources. Thank you, Linda. Human Resources, Sally. >> I had a substitute for that meeting. >> Oh, that was me. Yes. So, we had a uh a good meeting. Uh the the main meeting is a very important meeting. And uh the that is where uh the the bulk of our staff and uh is re-hired for the following year. So, it was a lot of conversation
073with regards to that and and positions that needed to be filled or not. Uh so forth. So, uh everything is on the agenda and I know that Ms. Clark also explained to us uh all about uh those positions. Uh so that's all that was that was today. That was our last meeting and I don't remember when our next meeting is uh but uh >> We have the agenda. >> June 2nd is our next uh Human Resources meeting. Next uh uh negotiations, Marisa? >> Sorry, Lillian. I know we didn't meet but can I quickly say something for policy? >> Of course. >> Um so we did not meet. Uh it was only 2 weeks away from the time we did meet. Our next meeting would have been so um we did not meet but I just
074wanted to point out that you'll see um motion one under policy on tonight's agenda. Um we did uh take off policy 5516 um for some member board member question follow-up. So that'll be added to our next agenda and we will be meeting again on May 29th. Thanks. >> Very good. Great. >> So I am thrilled to highlight that on tonight's agenda under policy matters, you will see motions three and four which are two memorandums of agreement. One is between the Morris School District and team and the other is between the Morris School District and the Administrators Association. The Morris School District has had a tremendous relationship with team and our Administrative Association for many years and that has served us well during this negotiation cycle. At a high level, we have agreed to a 4-year
075contract with both parties with salary increases of 3.65 the first 2 years and 3.75 the second 2 years. Uh the rest of the details are in the agreements. We look forward to another four great years of partnership and collaboration. >> Very good. >> Thank you. Uh Uh Tina for Morris Plains. >> Uh Morris Plains met uh April 28th. As well as our normal meeting, we the administration also joined us for our annual state of the district presentation, which is the progress, the goals, key changes over the years, final budget presentation. As well as we also have an open seat on our board right now. So, we began the interview process and we'll likely appoint uh a new member by the end of May. >> And uh Tina, would you kindly read your uh the statement?
076>> As the appointed representative of the sending Morris Plains School District to the Morris School District Board of Education, I would like to clarify that my votes on tonight's business agenda items will relate only to those items that are identified as applicable district-wide to grades pre-K through 12 or to high school grades 9 through 12. I am abstaining from voting on any agenda items pertaining solely to the elementary and middle schools grades pre-K to 8. >> Thank you, Tina. So, now we begin the business matters portion of the uh of the meeting. Linda, would you please move motions? >> Sure. Absolutely. I'm moving motions uh minutes motions one and two. >> I'll second. Anything? >> Good. Any discussion? Anthony, could you please call the roll? >> Mrs. Ague? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Davidson? >> Yes.
077>> Miss Perry? >> Yes. >> Miss Poluchak? >> Yes. >> Mr. Smith? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Spiotta? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Wall? >> Yes. >> Miss Murphy? >> Yes. >> Dr. Rodriguez? >> Yes. Moving policy motions one through four. >> I'll second. >> Any discussion? Anthony, please call the roll. >> Mrs. Ague? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Davidson? >> Yes. >> Miss Perry? >> Yes. >> Miss Poluchak? >> Yes. >> Mr. Smith? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Spada? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Wall? >> Yes. >> Ms. Murphy? >> Yes. >> Dr. Rodriguez? >> Yes. Moving educational matters, motions 1 through 3. >> I'll second. >> Any discussion? Anthony, please call the roll. >> Mrs. Agu? >> Yes. >> Ms. Davidson? >> Yes. >> Ms. Perry? >> Yes. >> Ms. Pilipchuk? >> Yes. >> Mr. Smith? >> Yes.
078>> Mrs. Spada? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Wall? >> Yes. >> Ms. Murphy? >> Yes. >> Dr. Rodriguez? >> Yes. Moving pupil services motion 1. >> I'll second. >> Any discussion? Anthony, please call the roll. >> Mrs. Agu? >> Yes. >> Ms. Davidson? >> Yes. >> Ms. Perry? >> Yes. >> Ms. Pilipchuk? >> Yes. >> Mr. Smith? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Spada? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Wall? >> Yes. >> Ms. Murphy? >> Yes. >> Dr. Rodriguez? >> Yes. Moving human resources motions 1 through 24. >> Second. >> Any discussion? >> I have a quick question, actually. Um I noticed that in some instances the effective date is prior to today. Is that in the instance of like an emergency physician we needed someone promptly? Like what what prompts that and how does that work? >> Yeah.
079>> Okay. Thank you. >> Anthony, please call the roll. >> Mrs. Agu? >> Yes. >> Ms. Davidson? >> Yes. >> Ms. Perry? >> Yes. >> Ms. Pilipchuk? >> Abstain on seven. Yes to all others. >> Mr. Smith? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Spada? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Wall? >> Yes. >> Ms. Murphy? >> Yes. >> Dr. Rodriguez? >> Yes. Moving business matters motions 1 through 16. >> I'll second. >> Any discussion? If not, Anthony, please call the roll. >> Mrs. Agu? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Davidson? >> Yes. >> Ms. Perry? >> Yes. >> Ms. Pilipchuk? >> Yes. >> Mr. Smith? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Pierson? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Wall? >> Yes. >> Ms. Murphy? >> Yes. >> Dr. Rodriguez? >> Yes. >> Now we need a motion to go to close. >> I'll move, please.
080>> The uh new business, any new business? >> No new business. >> So, we are now going to close the meeting. We're going I have a motion to enter into closed session to discuss personnel matters. No action will be taken. >> I'll second. >> All All those in favor? >> Aye. >> So, good night, everyone. >> Thank you. >> Good night, everyone.