MEETING OF THE
MONTPELIER BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS December 19, 2012 MINUTES Minutes Approved: January 9, 2013 Present Board: Sue Aldrich, Jennifer Cahill Bean, Ken Jones, Carol Paquette, Charlie Phillips, Steve Robinson, Lowell VanDerlip Administration: Superintendent Brian Ricca, Principals Pam Arnold, Owen Bradley and Adam Bunting, Curriculum Director Karoline May, Support Services Director Mary O’Neill, Business Manager Cindy Rossi, Director of Facilities Thom Wood Public: Elise Annes, Bridget Asay, Laura Bozarth, Michele Braun, Kathleen Bryant, Sidney Collier, Ellen Connor, Laetta Cotnoir, Kirsten Dunn, Audrey Famette, Nancy Farrell, Ann Gilbert, Sarah Guyette, Gerard Holmes, Marie Jennings, Keith Jones, Leah Jones, Kirk Kreitz, Vivian Ladd Tomasi, Chris Lumbra, Jennifer Matthews, Drew McNaughton, Lara Merchant, Bill Merrylees, Angela Mongeon, Bo Muller-Moore, Lyn Munno, Madeline Murray-Clasen, Joy Partridge, Julie Robichaux, Hilary Sales, Berenice Sarafzade, Carolyn Scoppettone, Kim Smith, Alice Spirito, Amy Tatko, David Taube, Devon Tomasi, Andrea Voyer, Paul Wallich, Greg Walsh, Ivy Zeller, and others Absent: Meghan Wingate Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. Executive Session On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to enter Executive Session at 6:00 p.m., with the superintendent remaining. On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 7:07 p.m. Contract Negotiations Evaluation of Employee Return to Open Session 7:07 p.m. Adjust/Review Agenda Addition of an action item to approve signing of the AFL-CIO Local 1369 FY13 Negotiated Agreement. Public Comments Greg Walsh inquired about the progress or decision in regard to the situation in a fifth grade classroom at Union Elementary School. Mrs. Aldrich indicated no decision has been made at this point and apologized for the lack of a more definitive answer. She hopes to have something further to report at the next meeting on January 9, 2013. Discuss FY14 Community Connections Budget Bill Merrylees indicated he was not in a position to offer a revised budget from the one previously presented. Mr. Merrylees explained that the budget presented at the meeting on December 5th contained many cuts and any further reductions would be detrimental to the program. Community Connections’ funding request for FY14 remains at $167,268. Discuss Bond Items – MPS Director of Facilities Thom Wood A draft list of capital improvement bond items for FY14 was distributed. Presentation of FY14 School Budget Superintendent Ricca and the Administrative Team presented the first draft the FY14 school budget. Community members voiced opposition to a few of the proposed cuts. The draft budget does not trigger the two-vote provision, but at the same time does not include an interest payment for a proposed bond, funding for Community Connections, or funding for an additional teacher at UES to address ongoing concerns in regard to the current year’s large second grade class. Mr. Robinson requested a board discussion about the two-vote provision. Amy Tatko said nothing has changed in the second-grade classrooms. Mrs. Aldrich acknowledged and expressed sensitivity for the group of parents who have not been as vocal on this issue and who do not support the change to five second-grade classrooms. Mr. Robinson moved, seconded by Mr. Phillips, to approve the hiring of the fifth second-grade teacher as presented. The motion passed 4 to 2, Mrs. Aldrich and Mr. Jones opposing, Mr. VanDerlip abstaining due to his involvement in the hiring process but acknowledging his endorsement of the candidate now and going forward. Following discussion about the bonds and Community Connections, the Board directed Superintendent Ricca and the Administrative Team to return to the next meeting with a proposed budget under the two-vote provision but with additions including the interest payment for a bond and funding for a fifth third-grade teacher for next year. The Board also asked to see a budget above the two-vote provision including the aforementioned additions, an interest payment for a second bond, and funding for Community Connections. Action Item Approve Signing of AFL-CIO Local 1369 FY13 Negotiated Agreement Mr. Jones moved, seconded by Mr. Phillips, to approve signing of the AFL-CIO Local 1369 FY13 Negotiated Agreement. Motion carried unanimously. Consent Agenda Minutes of December 5, 2012 Warrants Teacher Contract NSB Scholarship Fund Mr. Phillips moved, seconded by Mr. Jones, to approve the consent agenda including minutes of the December 5, 2012 regular meeting, Warrants 25 and 26 dated December 20, 2012 in the amounts of $813,518.91 and $22,537.73 respectively, Warrants 27 and 28 dated January 3, 2013 in the amounts of $555,000.00 and $24,500.00 respectively, the recommendation to offer a teaching contract to Brigitte Orliac (foreign language – MSMS), and oversight of the Northfield Savings Bank scholarship fund. Motion carried unanimously. Announcements/Review Meeting (+/∆) The next board meeting is January 9, not January 2. (Mrs. Aldrich) Attending the Godspell performance was inspiring. (Mr. VanDerlip) Great presentation by Karen Archer on internet safety for middle schoolers (Ms. Paquette). Adjournment On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to adjourn at 10:02 p.m. Heather Michaud Recorder MEETING OF THE
MONTPELIER BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS December 5, 2012 MINUTES Minutes Approved: December 19, 2012 Present Board: Sue Aldrich, Jennifer Cahill Bean, Ken Jones, Carol Paquette, Charlie Phillips, Steve Robinson, Lowell VanDerlip Administration: Superintendent Brian Ricca, Principal Adam Bunting, Director of Facilities Thom Wood Student: Meghan Wingate Public: Ena Backus, Sue Beem, Dave Bennett, Ginny Burley (arr. 7:57 p.m.), Betty Cossett, Brian Gallagher, Christine Gibson-Davis, Tom Golonka, Karlynn Koenemann, Matt Link, Drew McNaughton, Bill Merrylees, Brian Murphy, John Murphy, and others Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. Executive Session On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to enter Executive Session at 6:30 p.m., with the superintendent remaining. On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 7:03 p.m. Contract Negotiations Return to Open Session 7:03 p.m. Adjust/Review Agenda No changes. Public Comments None. Student Presentation The Board attended a few minutes of the dress rehearsal for the upcoming play at the high school. Presentation of FY14 Recreation Department Budget – Arne McMullen Mr. McMullen and members of the Advisory Board presented the Recreation Department’s proposed budget for FY14. The proposed FY14 budget is $819,301, a 0.46% increase over the FY13 budget. Program participation rates were discussed. Mr. Jones requested participation rate detail which Mr. McMullen promised to generate and disseminate. Mr. Jones applauded Mr. McMullen and the Advisory Board for producing a level-funded budget with increased participation rates. The Recreation Department Advisory Board is considering a second appropriation request for a facility study of 55 Barre Street and Mr. McMullen requested an opportunity to return in January to discuss this further. Discuss Proposal for Renaming Recreation Department Baseball Field – Brian Gallagher, Vermont Mountaineers General Manager Mr. Gallagher presented a proposal for changing the name of the home baseball field for the Vermont Mountaineers from the Montpelier Recreation Field to Robin Roberts Park. Historical and background information in regard to the field and Robin Roberts was provided. The Recreation Board favors the name change. Mr. Robinson asked if any other names had been floated or if any objections or concerns about the renaming had been heard; Mr. Gallagher replied that he had not heard any. Mr. VanDerlip moved, seconded by Mr. Phillips, to approve renaming of the Montpelier Recreation Field to Robin Roberts Park. Motion carried unanimously. Discuss Bond Items – MPS Director of Facilities Thom Wood The Board began the task of reviewing and realigning the list of Phase I, Phase II and Phase III items. Mr. Robinson cited the difficulty in making reasonable recommendations in regard to a proposed bond until he has a better idea of what is going to be on the other side of the ballot. Superintendent Ricca will generate a few different scenarios and provide board members with year 1 and year 2 tax impacts for the proposed bond. Mr. VanDerlip suggested that board members email their realignment suggestions for the Phase I, Phase II and Phase III items to either Superintendent Ricca or Mr. Wood. The possibility of separating the required work at UES from the City’s contract with Kingsbury Construction was discussed briefly. Presentation of FY14 Community Connections Budget Ginny Burley and Bill Merrylees presented Community Connections’ proposed budget for FY14. Discuss Status of Football at MPS MHS Athletic Director Matt Link, with Principal Bunting’s support, presented his recommendation for moving the football program to the JV level. Mr. Link explained that he intended to present this recommendation to the VPA on Friday, December 7. Football coach John Murphy expressed his displeasure with this decision. Participation numbers, safety concerns, and questions regarding the ability of upperclassmen to play at the JV level were discussed. Following discussion, board members expressed support for Mr. Link’s recommendation to the VPA to move the football program to the JV level. Update on FY14 School Budget Superintendent Ricca reported that a simple rollover of the FY13 budget with no additional spending presented a budget at more than $500,000 over the two-vote provision. The Administrative Team is still looking at programmatic changes. Mr. Jones asked for a budget on December 19th that allows for $200,000 of other spending and the bond payment, but remains under the two-vote provision. Mr. VanDerlip requested information on the curve of the budget, per-pupil expenditures, and the effect on the tax rate over six or seven years. Discuss Religious Observances Superintendent Ricca asked the Board for clarity on an issue involving a scheduled field trip at MSMS. The Board previously requested scheduling of overnight field trips for weekends in an effort to minimize interruption of academics. In the case at hand, some parents have asked that a scheduled overnight field trip be moved because of a religious observance that takes place on the Saturday of the weekend of the scheduled trip. Following discussion, there was consensus to make no adjustments to the scheduled overnight field trip at MSMS. Consent Agenda Minutes of November 14, 2012 Warrants Unpaid Leave of Absence Request MHS Dishwasher Bid Co-Curricular Contract Mr. Phillips moved, seconded by Mr. VanDerlip, to approve the consent agenda including minutes of the November 14, 2012 regular meeting, Warrants 23 and 24 dated December 6, 2012 in the amounts of $501,677.81 and $14,643.29 respectively, an unpaid leave of absence request, Kittredge’s bid in the amount of $15,070.39 for replacement of the dishwasher at MHS, and a co-curricular contract (see listing). Motion carried unanimously, Mr. Robinson absent. Announcements/Review Meeting (+/∆) Visiting the play rehearsal was inspiring, energy was electric. (Mr. VanDerlip) Allotting a certain amount of time for agenda items would assist in staying on task. (Mr. VanDerlip) The school district or the Board needs to do everything possible so that the VPA does not brush aside the ability of seniors to play football somewhere else if they so desire. (Mr. Robinson) Adjournment On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to adjourn at 10:12 p.m. Heather Michaud Recorder Co-curricular Appointment MEETING OF THE
MONTPELIER BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS November 14, 2012 MINUTES Minutes Approved: December 5, 2012 Present Board: Sue Aldrich, Jennifer Cahill Bean, Ken Jones, Carol Paquette, Charlie Phillips, Steve Robinson (dep. 8:41 p.m.), Lowell VanDerlip Administration: Superintendent Brian Ricca, Curriculum Director Karoline May, Principal Owen Bradley Student: Meghan Wingate Public: Zachary Beechler, David Dobbs, Veronica Eldred, Emme Erdossy, Audrey Famette, Paul Gambill, Susan Hennessey, Robert Hubbard, Jen Lahr, Matt Link, Jennifer Partlow, Denise Russell, Lara Slesar, Angela Timpone, Greg Walsh, and others Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. Executive Session On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to enter Executive Session at 6:30 p.m., with the superintendent remaining. On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 7:08 p.m. Contract Negotiations Return to Open Session 7:08 p.m. Adjust/Review Agenda No changes. Public Comments District parents shared concerns about a fifth grade teacher at Union Elementary School. At the conclusion of the comment period, Mrs. Aldrich informed the group that the Board would return to Executive Session prior to adjournment for further discussion on the matter. Discuss Athletics with MHS Athletic Director and Athletic Trainer Jen Lahr and Matt Link provided information on admission fees for sporting events. Discussion ensued. Mrs. Aldrich complimented Ms. Lahr and Mr. Link on their availability to all students regardless of whether or not the students are involved in sports. Mr. Robinson requested a return visit from Ms. Lahr and Mr. Link to address head injury concerns. Mr. Jones inquired about the process for a decision regarding the football program for next year. Presentation on Foreign Language at UES – Karoline May and Owen Bradley Sample world language models and an implementation plan were distributed. Review Second Grade Data Superintendent Ricca provided a summary of three years of Fountas and Pinnell assessment data for the second grade class. Socio-emotional data for this group was also provided. Logistical preparations are in process for the addition of a fifth second-grade classroom on January 2, 2013. Principal Bradley has begun the process of identifying a balanced student roster for this classroom. Review Class Size Policy The existing policy was provided. Following discussion, there was sufficient interest in conducting a policy review to consider possible changes. Superintendent Ricca will look to similar districts for their parameters and obtain feedback and input from teachers. The Board will revisit this policy at a future meeting in 2013. Review Bond Items Director of Facilities Thom Wood will attend the next meeting on December 5th. In an effort to prepare for that meeting, Mr. Wood will meet with each building principal and come up with Phase I, Phase II and Phase III lists for each building. The Phase I lists will include items essential for the continued functioning of the schools. The Phase II lists will contain solid 20-year investments items. The Phase III lists will contain items that could be addressed with thoughtful planning over the next 10 fiscal years. The date for the City Council to approve the contract for construction of the heat plant is November 28, 2012. Mr. Jones recommended a motion to provide clarity in regard to the proposed bonds, and which includes a firm commitment to funding the connection for UES to be part of the district heating system. Mr. Wood will play a vital role in selecting the mechanical contractor to do the work. Mr. Jones moved, seconded by Mr. Phillips, that the Montpelier School Board of Directors will request that the City vote on a bond item that includes only those investments necessary for maintaining the physical integrity of the three schools. Included in this bond will be the costs necessary for retrofitting the heating plant at Union Elementary School to connect to the District Heat Distribution system being constructed by the City. The Montpelier School Board of Directors may request that the City vote on an additional bond item that includes other costs important for the improved operation of the schools. The Board will communicate to the public that the first bond is necessary for the continuing operation of the schools and the second bond is for the optimal operation of the schools. Motion carried unanimously, Mr. Robinson absent. Review FY14 Budget The Administrative Team has taken its first swing at the FY14 budget. The team reviewed line item numbers and will identify priorities next week. Superintendent Ricca expects to have substantial numbers from the state before the next meeting on December 5th. Superintendent Ricca inquired if there were any other considerations as the Admin. Team discusses priorities. Mr. Phillips expressed interest in continuation of after-school programs. Consent Agenda Minutes of November 7, 2012 Warrants Co-Curricular Contracts Mr. Jones moved, seconded by Mr. Phillips, to approve the consent agenda including minutes of the November 7, 2012 regular meeting as amended, Warrants 21 and 22 dated November 19, 2012 in the amounts of $798,646.37 and $31,875.00 respectively, and co-curricular contracts (see listing). Motion carried unanimously, Mr. Robinson absent. Announcements/Review Meeting (+/∆) Executive Session Evaluation of Personnel On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to enter Executive Session at 8:50 p.m., with the superintendent remaining. It was decided that the board would not return to open session for any formal action on this matter. On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 9:30 p.m. Adjournment On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to adjourn at 9:30 p.m. Heather Michaud Recorder Co-curricular Appointments MEETING OF THE
MONTPELIER BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS November 7, 2012 MINUTES Minutes Approved: November 14, 2012 Present Board: Sue Aldrich, Ken Jones, Charlie Phillips, Steve Robinson, Lowell VanDerlip Administration: Superintendent Brian Ricca Student: Meghan Wingate Public: Mit Allenby, Pam Arnold, Bridget Asay, Zachary Beechler, Paul Boffa, Laura Bozarth, Kathleen Bryant, Ann Bushey, Maureen Carr, Peter Diego, Stephanie DiLena, Maria Duggan, Alisa Dworsky, Suzanne Francke, Kane Gilmour, Gerard Holmes, Sigrid Lumbra, Jennifer Matthews, Lara Merchant, Lyn Munno, Keith Porter, Julie Robichaux, Denise Russell, Berenice Sarafzade, Kim Smith, Amy Tatko, Dennis Wallace, Paul Wallich, and others Absent: Jennifer Cahill Bean, Carol Paquette Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Adjust/Review Agenda The student presentation will take place before the public comments portion of the meeting. Student Presentation Amy Kimball, Don Taylor and members of the Team Summit Green Team discussed their experience studying Main Street Middle School’s waste stream. The students explained the steps they’ve taken to reduce, reuse and recycle at the school. The students also described their great locker cleanout initiative. Public Comments Amy Tatko gave her opinion on the progress in the second grade classrooms at Union Elementary School over the last three weeks. According to Ms. Tatko, there has been no improvement/changes. The coaches have not been used, and the current second grade teachers and Mr. Bradley continue to believe that a fifth second-grade teacher is still the best solution. Ms. Tatko reported on her efforts to contact the other second grade families. According to Ms. Tatko, there are 86 second-grade families. Of the 48 families with whom contact was made, 35 families actively and fully support the hiring of a fifth second-grade teacher and 9 expressed concern about having their own child moved to a new classroom in the event a fifth teacher is hired. Mr. Phillips reported that he was in contact with four families who expressed concern about the potential disruption for their children. Mr. Jones heard from two families, one of which said things are actually better than they were last year. Superintendent Ricca confirmed that the existing second-grade teachers and Principal Bradley do believe that the ideal solution would be to hire a fifth teacher, but he disagreed with Ms. Tatko’s statement that the coaches have not been utilized in the second-grade classrooms over the past three weeks as planned. Mr. VanDerlip noted the need for additional information before agreeing to commit additional funds to the hiring of another teacher. Mr. VanDerlip cited the importance of obtaining assessment results in order to ascertain how this group of kids is doing academically, as well as the importance of obtaining feedback from genuine observations. Following further discussion, Mr. Phillips moved, seconded by Mr. Robinson, to instruct the administration to begin the process of hiring a fifth second-grade teacher, and to begin work on the logistics for the transition as soon as feasibly possible. Mr. VanDerlip shared that he would not support the motion for the reasons stated earlier, i.e., he needs more data. Mr. Jones said he would support the motion, noting respect for Mr. VanDerlip’s observations, and that he intends to play a significant role in the hiring of the new teacher. Mr. Robinson noted his support, but emphasized that his position could easily change based on disruption and teacher choice, etc. The motion passed 4-1. Discuss Athletics with MHS Athletic Director and Athletic Trainer Passed over. Discuss Class Size Policy See public comments section above. Discuss Potential Bond Superintendent Ricca asked the Board for their preference on packaging all items together for one vote on March 5th or dividing the items and spreading them out over a longer period of time. The money for the district heat is a must have for March 5th and that amount is approximately $737,000.00. Mr. Jones suggested a three-tiered approach – a list of “must haves” for bond vote on March 5th, a list of “items for consideration” for bond vote on March 5th, and a list of items for future increased capital spending. Superintendent Ricca will prepare additional documentation for consideration at the next meeting. Discuss Calendar Draft A second draft of the proposed annual calendar was provided. The limitations reports will be reviewed and handled on a case-by-case basis and the Board will tell Superintendent Ricca the level of specificity they want for each one. The Board agreed to the schedule as presented. Mrs. Aldrich thanked Mr. VanDerlip for his work on this. Discuss National Honor Society Superintendent Ricca will collect feedback from Principal Bunting and report back to the Board. Discuss Limitations Reports See calendar draft section above. Discuss Administrator Contracts Notice of non-renewal for administrators is March 15. In light of this, Superintendent Ricca requested that the Board build time in the calendar for this discussion. Superintendent Ricca also asked the Board to consider multi-year contracts for administrators. Discuss Bridge Educational Pages Mr. Sheir gave a thumbnail sketch of the past reporting schedule. Mr. Jones suggested student participation in this work. Mr. Sheir offered to assist with the transition. Consent Agenda Minutes of October 17, 2012 Warrants Unpaid Leave of Absence Requests Financial Report Mr. Phillips moved, seconded by Mr. Robinson, to approve the consent agenda including minutes of the October 17, 2012 regular meeting, Warrants 19 and 20 dated November 8, 2012 in the amounts of $632,150.03 and $14,541.70 respectively, two unpaid leave of absence requests, and the FY13 first quarter financial report. Mr. Robinson inquired about the existence of a District policy or standard to address leave of absence requests. Following discussion, it was agreed that future requests for leave require a meeting with the superintendent, whenever possible, before the request is brought to the Board. Motion carried unanimously. Announcements/Review Meeting (+/∆) Congratulations to both soccer teams on phenomenal seasons. Congratulations also to the football, field hockey and cross country teams on successful seasons. The fall harvest festival was a cause for celebration. Mr. Phillips would like to revisit the class size policy. Adjournment On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to adjourn at 9:06 p.m. Heather Michaud Recorder MEETING OF THE
MONTPELIER BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS October 17, 2012 MINUTES Minutes Approved: November 7, 2012 Present Board: Sue Aldrich, Ken Jones, Carol Paquette, Charlie Phillips, Steve Robinson Administration: Superintendent Brian Ricca Public: Bridget Asay, Zachary Beechler, Eric Blaisdell, Jen Bones, Heather Bouchey, Laura Bozarth, Kathleen Bryant, Emily Bryne, Myles Chater, Jamie Duggan, Kane Gilmour, Alison Hollingsworth, Dave Keller, Jen Lahr, Raina Lowell Launderville, Matt Link, Sigrid Lumbra, Jen Matthews, Lara Merchant, Mark Montminy, Robert Muller-Moore, Lyn Munno, Keith Porter, Laury Saligman, Berenice Sarafzade, S. Mark Sciarrotta, Julie Smart, Shelley Quinn, Kim Smith, Alice Spirito, Amy Tatko, Dave Wallich, Brian Zeigler, and others Absent: Jennifer Cahill Bean, Lowell VanDerlip, Meghan Wingate Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. Executive Session On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to enter Executive Session at 6:30 p.m., with the superintendent remaining. On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 7:07 p.m. Tuition Waiver Request Return to Open Session 7:07 p.m. Adjust/Review Agenda The student presentation was removed from the agenda. A second Executive Session was added prior to adjournment. Public Comments Several parents of second graders at Union Elementary School were in attendance to share with the Board concerns about what they are seeing from their children seven weeks into the school year. Parents said their students are bored and unhappy this year and they attribute this to class size, saying second grade classes are too big. In an effort to remedy the situation, the parents asked the Board to consider adding another teacher. In lieu of that, Superintendent Ricca suggested assigning four teaching coaches already employed at the school, one for each second grade classroom, to observe and help the teachers. This would provide for another set of eyes in the classrooms to find out what is going on and offer assistance. In an effort to continue addressing behavioral issues, Superintendent Ricca suggested hiring a consultant from Washington County Mental Health to sit in on the classes, relay observations to the teacher and administration, and make suggestions about how to address problems. Superintendent Ricca also said he would hire another teacher if directed by the Board. Mr. Robinson expressed concerns about pulling children from their current classes and putting them into a new class in the event another teacher is hired. Following lengthy discussion, the Board directed Superintendent Ricca to initiate the search for a fifth second grade teacher, and to focus the four teaching coaches on the second grade classrooms as soon as possible. Before deciding on a new teacher or the consultant, the Board requested a report at the next scheduled meeting on November 7, 2012 where the coaches and teachers will provide their feedback. Discuss Field Trip Student Council Leadership Retreat to Franconia, New Hampshire – Myles Chater Trip information was provided. Mr. Jones requested a brief report from the students upon their return. Mr. Phillips moved, seconded by Ms. Paquette, to approve Myles Chater’s field trip request to Franconia, New Hampshire on October 28-29, 2012. Motion carried unanimously. Discuss Athletics with MHS Athletic Director and Athletic Trainer Passed over. Action Item Adoption of Policy – Prevention of Harassment of Students Mr. Robinson moved, seconded by Mr. Phillips, to approve the Prevention of Harassment of Students policy for adoption. Motion carried unanimously. Discuss Class Size Policy See public comments section above. Discuss Potential Bond Passed over. Discuss Calendar Draft Passed over. Discuss National Honor Society Passed over Discuss Limitations Reports Passed over. Discuss Administrator Contracts Passed over. Consent Agenda Minutes of October 3, 2012 Warrants Resignations Emme Erdossy Dana De Martino Teacher Contract Unpaid Leave of Absence Request Act 154 Account Mr. Phillips moved, seconded by Mr. Jones, to approve the consent agenda including minutes of the October 3, 2012 regular meeting, Warrants 17 and 18 dated October 25, 2012 in the amounts of $1,052,333.49 and $30,724.84 respectively, two resignations, the recommendation to offer a teaching contract to Sarah Mele (school nurse - UES), an unpaid leave of absence request, and an Act 154 account. Motion carried unanimously. Announcements/Review Meeting (+/∆) Executive Session On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to enter Executive Session at 9:28 p.m., with the superintendent remaining. The purpose of this Executive Session is to continue a discussion from an Executive Session requested at the previous meeting on October 3, 2012. It was decided that the Board would not return to open session for any formal action on this matter, but rather that Superintendent Ricca would inform the interested party of the Board’s decision by written communication. On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 9:45 p.m. Personnel Adjournment On a motion duly made and seconded, the board voted unanimously to adjourn at 9:45 p.m. Heather Michaud Recorder |