Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 9/27/2022 - 6:00 PM
Category: Purchasing
Type: Action
Subject: 11.39 Savvas Learning Company Instructional Materials Purchasing Reference 9605
Strategic Plans:
Priority 2.1
2.1 Develop and implement a pre-K through grade 12 inclusive curricula and assessments that elevate historically marginalized voices, strengthen and sustain a focus on the instructional core, and provide opportunities to learn about perspectives beyond one’s own scope.
Priority 2.3
2.3 Develop a cognitive-learning approach to pedagogy and instruction that deepens understanding of the science of learning and centralizes knowledge building as core to improving the academic achievement of all students, including English language learners, students with special needs, and struggling learners.
Enclosure
File Attachment:
Summary: WHEREAS, the Newark Board of Education has committed itself to addressing academic excellence in its schools and the development of the highest potential in each student; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5a (5), the District is authorized to award a contract without public advertisement for library and educational goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Newark Board of Education desires to purchase instructional materials including Precalculus, Calculus, Physics, and Bio-medical text books to aid in the delivery and establishment of highly effective learning environments; and

WHEREAS, the contract term is September 15, 2022 through June 30, 2023; and

WHEREAS, the recommendation for award of term contract was reviewed and approved by Dr. Mary Ann Reilly, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning.
Funding : Subject to availability of funds.
10-11-xxx-xxx-610/640-320/500-xxx-xxx-xxx
15-15-xxx-xxx-610/640-320/500-xxx-xxx-xxx
20-20-xxx-xxx-610/640-320/500-xxx-xxx-xxx
Recommendation to the Board: NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Newark Board of Education accepts and approves the purchase of instructional materials including Precalculus, Calculus, Physics, and Bio-medical text books from September 15, 2022 through June 30, 2023 as follows:

Savvas Learning Company LLC Paramus, NJ at a cost not to exceed $200,000.00

EXPLANATION: To meet the educational requirements of New Jersey and the District’s Education Plan. Subject to the availability of funds.
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Sherelle Spriggs - Senior Purchasing Manager
Signed By:
Joao Dias - Budget Officer
Signed By:
Dr. Mary Ann Reilly - Assistant Superintendent
Signed By:
Valerie Wilson - School Business Administrator
Signed By:
Roger León - Superintendent
Vote Results:

Original Motion
Member Hasani Council Moved, Member Josephine Garcia seconded to approve the Original motion 'NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Newark Board of Education accepts and approves the purchase of instructional materials including Precalculus, Calculus, Physics, and Bio-medical text books from September 15, 2022 through June 30, 2023 as follows:

Savvas Learning Company LLC Paramus, NJ at a cost not to exceed $200,000.00

EXPLANATION: To meet the educational requirements of New Jersey and the District’s Education Plan. Subject to the availability of funds.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 8 Nay: 0.
The motion Carried 8 - 0
   
Josephine Garcia     Yes
Flohisha Johnson     Yes
Asia J. Norton     Yes
A'Dorian Murray-Thomas     Yes
Hasani Council     Yes
Vereliz Santana     Yes
Daniel Gonzalez     Yes
Crystal Williams     Yes