Regular Board Meeting April 14, 2016
Regular Board Meeting
April 14, 2016
Maine School Administrative District 11 REGULAR MEETING
Merle E. Peacock, Jr. Board Room Thursday, April 14, 2016 7:00 p.m. PRESENT:
Becky Fles, Board Chair; Carrie Boudway, Katherine Chadwick, Marc Cone, Debra Couture, Michael Gammon, Jennifer Garvin, Joseph Gould, Penny Poolman, Patricia Hopkins, Superintendent; Andrea Disch, Business Manager
STUDENT MEMBERS:
Hillary Colby, Cassie Trask
ABSENT:
Michael Bechard, Michael Dovinsky, Eric Jermyn
Board Chair Fles declared a quorum present and called the meeting to order at 7:04 PM.
I.
INTRODUCTION PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA None
II.
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA /MINUTES
VOTED: Motion by Director Gould to approve the agenda as amended, seconded by Director Gammon. 9,982 – 0 2 – 0 Student Motion carried.
VOTED: Motion by Director Gould to approve the minutes of the March 3, 2016 Regular Board Meeting, 9,982 – 0 March 22, 2016 Special Board Meeting, and March 22, 2016 Special Board Meeting 2 – 0 Student (Expulsion Hearing), seconded by Director Couture. Motion carried.
III.
RECOGNITION AND CELEBRATIONS A. The Board welcomed new Randolph School Board Member, Michael Gammon, to the MSAD 11 Board of Directors.
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Regular Board Meeting IV.
April 14, 2016
CORRESPONDENCE A. Letter of Resignation received from Lori Libby, School Nutrition Employee, Helen Thompson School B. Letter of Resignation received from Sharon Nash, School Nutrition Employee, Pittston Consolidated School C. Letter of Resignation from Denise Turmelle, Special Education Ed Tech I, Teresa C. Hamlin School D. Letter of Retirement from Patricia Struble, District Ed Tech III, Alternative Education, Gardiner Area High School E. Letter of Retirement from Katherine Gorham, Speech & Language Clinician, District F. Letter of Resignation from Wendy Gogan, Administrative Assistant, Adult Education
V.
COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Curriculum Committee – At its March 4th meeting, the Committee was joined by Todd Sanders, Principal Gardiner Regional Middle School, Susan Oakland, GRMS Guidance Counselor, and Marilyn Grizkewitsch, GRMS Special Education Instructor to discuss the Building Assets and Reducing Risks (B.A.R.R.) Model and its scheduled implementation at GRMS. Katie Joseph, Director of Curriculum & Instruction reviewed the proposed 2016 – 2017 Curriculum and Instruction Budget. B. Dropout Prevention Committee – At its March 24th meeting, the Committee tabled discussion of the student survey results until its next meeting in hopes that all student data would be available. The Committee discussed professional development opportunities as well as chapters 5 & 6 of its professional read. C. Educational Plan Committee – No Meeting. D. Finance Committee – At its April 11th meeting, the Committee was presented with an updated Requested Budget and worksheet reflecting continued discussions with administrators. The Budget Worksheet, including proposed Tier I cuts, reflects an increase in assessment in the amount of $282,882. The Superintendent reviewed changes made to the proposed list of tiered cuts. After discussion, the Committee agreed to add an additional $100,000 to the budget for Special Education out of district placements and $3,000 towards a cooperative girls’ ice hockey team. The Committee voted to recommend the Board approve the District Budget including Tier I Cuts, an additional $100,000 for Special Education out of district placements, and $3,000 towards a cooperative girls’ ice hockey team.
VOTED: 9,982 – 0 2 – 0 Student
Motion by Director Cone to set the 2016 – 2017 District Budget at $23,904,000, seconded by Director Gould.
Motion carried. The Committee was also presented the FY 2017 Adult Education Budget and Worksheet. The requested Adult Education budget is $7,351.21, or 2.58%, more than the current budget. The FY 2017 Adult Education Budget proposes a 2.50% overall increase in assessment to municipalities. The Finance Committee voted unanimously to approve the Adult Education Budget as presented.
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Regular Board Meeting VOTED: 9,982 – 0 2 – 0 Student
April 14, 2016
Motion by Director Couture to set the 2016 – 2017 Adult Education Budget at $292,000, seconded by Director Gould.
Motion carried. E. Negotiations Committee F. Policy Committee – No Meeting. VOTED: Director Poolman motioned to move the following policies as written, seconded by Director Gould: 9,982 – 0 2 – 0 Student 1st Reading IKF JLCA JLCB JLCCA JLCD JLCD-E JLCE-R JLDBG KA KBF KBFE1 KBFE2 KCB KCD KDA KDD KE KHB KHC KHD KI KLG KLG-R LDA
Graduation Requirements Physical Examinations of Students Immunization of Students Students with HIV-AIDS Administration of Medication to Students First Aid and Emergency Medical Care First Aid Administrative Procedure Reintegration of Students from Juvenile Correctional Facilities School – Community – Home Relations Goals/Priority Objective Parent Involvement in Title I Title I Parent Involvement Policy Title I Parent Involvement Policy Community Involvement in Decision Making Public Gifts – Donations to the Schools Public Information Program Media Relations Public Concerns and Complaints Advertising in the Schools Distribution and Posting of Community Materials Public Solicitation on School Property Visitors to The Schools Relations with Law Enforcement Authorities Relations with Law Enforcement Authorities Administrative Procedure Student Teaching and Internships
Motion carried. G. Relations by Objective Committee – No Meeting H. Gardiner Area High School Student Representative Report
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National Honor Society Dodgeball Tournament; Saturday, April 30th Cinderella Project; Saturday, April 16th
Regular Board Meeting I.
VI.
GAHS presentation of The Man Who Came to Dinner
Student Wellness Committee – The Committee is preparing for the 5k road race.
GENERAL INFORMATION A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. O. P. Q. R. S. T. U. V.
VII.
April 14, 2016
Reassignment - Bre Desmond, Teacher, Grade 6 ELA, GRMS to Grades 7/8 ELA, GRMS Reassignment - Joseph White, Teacher, Grade 6 Science, GRMS to Grade 6 ELA, GRMS New Hire – Laura Burnham, Special Education Ed Tech I, Laura E. Richards School New Hire – Deborah Barlow, Special Education Ed Tech I, Helen Thompson School Transfer - Heidi Gero, School Nutrition Employee, T.C. Hamlin School to Helen Thompson School Extra Curricular Appointment – Matt Hanley, Wrestling Coach, GRMS Extra Curricular Appointment – Rollie Pelkey, 8th Grade Softball Coach, GRMS Extra Curricular Appointment – Ryan Avery, 8th Grade Baseball, GRMS Extra Curricular Appointment – Jennifer Boudreau, Track and Field Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Russell Beckwith, Varsity Baseball Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Donald Brochu, Varsity Softball Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Nathan Frechette, Boys’ Tennis Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Patrick Quinn, Girls’ Tennis Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Hillary Wing, Varsity Track and Field Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Joseph Fitzsimmons, Assistant Track and Field Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – KC Johnson, Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Samuel Wenckus, Boys’ JV Lacrosse Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Mike Patrick, Boys’ Lacrosse Volunteer, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Chad Kirk, Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Amelia Palin, Girls’ JV Lacrosse Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Charles Lawrence, JV Baseball Coach, GAHS Reassignment – Kashley Weymouth, Teacher, Grade 2, Helen Thompson School to Grade 1, Helen Thompson
NOMINATIONS None
VIII.
OLD BUSINESS A. UPDATE ON EMPOWER AND SAT TESTING Katie Joseph, Director of Curriculum & Instruction, provided an update to the Board on the implementation of the eMPower and SAT Testing.
IX.
NEW BUSINESS A. TRANSITIONING FROM NCLB TO EVERY STUDENT SUCCEEDS ACT (ESSA) Katie Joseph, reviewed with the Board the differences between the federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act and the newly implemented Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). B. 2016 – 2017 SCHOOL CALENDAR Superintendent Hopkins reminded the Board of the issue created with snow days and the date of graduation and Department of Education attendance requirements.
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Regular Board Meeting
April 14, 2016
VOTED: Director Cone motioned for the Superintendent to extend the length of the school day throughout the 9,982 – 0 District by one hour each day for the week of May 9th, seconded by Director Couture. 2 – 0 Student Motion carried.
X.
REPORTS – EDUCATIONAL /ADMINISTRATIVE A. BOARD CHAIR REPORT
National School Board Association Conference – April 5-8 Director Fles reported on the NSBA Conference in Boston.
B. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
XI.
Student Representatives The Superintendent and Student Representatives are scheduled to meet with the GAHS Sophomore Class to begin the process of electing a new Student Board Representative to replace Cassie Trask, who is scheduled to graduate in June.
Start of School Day The Superintendent stated interest appears to growing amongst local districts to begin discussing the start of the student school day.
Special Board Meeting to Approve the Budget
EXECUTIVE SESSION None
The Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
Attest a true record,
Patricia Hopkins, Secretary
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April 14, 2016
Maine School Administrative District 11 REGULAR MEETING
Merle E. Peacock, Jr. Board Room Thursday, April 14, 2016 7:00 p.m. PRESENT:
Becky Fles, Board Chair; Carrie Boudway, Katherine Chadwick, Marc Cone, Debra Couture, Michael Gammon, Jennifer Garvin, Joseph Gould, Penny Poolman, Patricia Hopkins, Superintendent; Andrea Disch, Business Manager
STUDENT MEMBERS:
Hillary Colby, Cassie Trask
ABSENT:
Michael Bechard, Michael Dovinsky, Eric Jermyn
Board Chair Fles declared a quorum present and called the meeting to order at 7:04 PM.
I.
INTRODUCTION PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA None
II.
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA /MINUTES
VOTED: Motion by Director Gould to approve the agenda as amended, seconded by Director Gammon. 9,982 – 0 2 – 0 Student Motion carried.
VOTED: Motion by Director Gould to approve the minutes of the March 3, 2016 Regular Board Meeting, 9,982 – 0 March 22, 2016 Special Board Meeting, and March 22, 2016 Special Board Meeting 2 – 0 Student (Expulsion Hearing), seconded by Director Couture. Motion carried.
III.
RECOGNITION AND CELEBRATIONS A. The Board welcomed new Randolph School Board Member, Michael Gammon, to the MSAD 11 Board of Directors.
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Regular Board Meeting IV.
April 14, 2016
CORRESPONDENCE A. Letter of Resignation received from Lori Libby, School Nutrition Employee, Helen Thompson School B. Letter of Resignation received from Sharon Nash, School Nutrition Employee, Pittston Consolidated School C. Letter of Resignation from Denise Turmelle, Special Education Ed Tech I, Teresa C. Hamlin School D. Letter of Retirement from Patricia Struble, District Ed Tech III, Alternative Education, Gardiner Area High School E. Letter of Retirement from Katherine Gorham, Speech & Language Clinician, District F. Letter of Resignation from Wendy Gogan, Administrative Assistant, Adult Education
V.
COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Curriculum Committee – At its March 4th meeting, the Committee was joined by Todd Sanders, Principal Gardiner Regional Middle School, Susan Oakland, GRMS Guidance Counselor, and Marilyn Grizkewitsch, GRMS Special Education Instructor to discuss the Building Assets and Reducing Risks (B.A.R.R.) Model and its scheduled implementation at GRMS. Katie Joseph, Director of Curriculum & Instruction reviewed the proposed 2016 – 2017 Curriculum and Instruction Budget. B. Dropout Prevention Committee – At its March 24th meeting, the Committee tabled discussion of the student survey results until its next meeting in hopes that all student data would be available. The Committee discussed professional development opportunities as well as chapters 5 & 6 of its professional read. C. Educational Plan Committee – No Meeting. D. Finance Committee – At its April 11th meeting, the Committee was presented with an updated Requested Budget and worksheet reflecting continued discussions with administrators. The Budget Worksheet, including proposed Tier I cuts, reflects an increase in assessment in the amount of $282,882. The Superintendent reviewed changes made to the proposed list of tiered cuts. After discussion, the Committee agreed to add an additional $100,000 to the budget for Special Education out of district placements and $3,000 towards a cooperative girls’ ice hockey team. The Committee voted to recommend the Board approve the District Budget including Tier I Cuts, an additional $100,000 for Special Education out of district placements, and $3,000 towards a cooperative girls’ ice hockey team.
VOTED: 9,982 – 0 2 – 0 Student
Motion by Director Cone to set the 2016 – 2017 District Budget at $23,904,000, seconded by Director Gould.
Motion carried. The Committee was also presented the FY 2017 Adult Education Budget and Worksheet. The requested Adult Education budget is $7,351.21, or 2.58%, more than the current budget. The FY 2017 Adult Education Budget proposes a 2.50% overall increase in assessment to municipalities. The Finance Committee voted unanimously to approve the Adult Education Budget as presented.
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Regular Board Meeting VOTED: 9,982 – 0 2 – 0 Student
April 14, 2016
Motion by Director Couture to set the 2016 – 2017 Adult Education Budget at $292,000, seconded by Director Gould.
Motion carried. E. Negotiations Committee F. Policy Committee – No Meeting. VOTED: Director Poolman motioned to move the following policies as written, seconded by Director Gould: 9,982 – 0 2 – 0 Student 1st Reading IKF JLCA JLCB JLCCA JLCD JLCD-E JLCE-R JLDBG KA KBF KBFE1 KBFE2 KCB KCD KDA KDD KE KHB KHC KHD KI KLG KLG-R LDA
Graduation Requirements Physical Examinations of Students Immunization of Students Students with HIV-AIDS Administration of Medication to Students First Aid and Emergency Medical Care First Aid Administrative Procedure Reintegration of Students from Juvenile Correctional Facilities School – Community – Home Relations Goals/Priority Objective Parent Involvement in Title I Title I Parent Involvement Policy Title I Parent Involvement Policy Community Involvement in Decision Making Public Gifts – Donations to the Schools Public Information Program Media Relations Public Concerns and Complaints Advertising in the Schools Distribution and Posting of Community Materials Public Solicitation on School Property Visitors to The Schools Relations with Law Enforcement Authorities Relations with Law Enforcement Authorities Administrative Procedure Student Teaching and Internships
Motion carried. G. Relations by Objective Committee – No Meeting H. Gardiner Area High School Student Representative Report
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National Honor Society Dodgeball Tournament; Saturday, April 30th Cinderella Project; Saturday, April 16th
Regular Board Meeting I.
VI.
GAHS presentation of The Man Who Came to Dinner
Student Wellness Committee – The Committee is preparing for the 5k road race.
GENERAL INFORMATION A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. O. P. Q. R. S. T. U. V.
VII.
April 14, 2016
Reassignment - Bre Desmond, Teacher, Grade 6 ELA, GRMS to Grades 7/8 ELA, GRMS Reassignment - Joseph White, Teacher, Grade 6 Science, GRMS to Grade 6 ELA, GRMS New Hire – Laura Burnham, Special Education Ed Tech I, Laura E. Richards School New Hire – Deborah Barlow, Special Education Ed Tech I, Helen Thompson School Transfer - Heidi Gero, School Nutrition Employee, T.C. Hamlin School to Helen Thompson School Extra Curricular Appointment – Matt Hanley, Wrestling Coach, GRMS Extra Curricular Appointment – Rollie Pelkey, 8th Grade Softball Coach, GRMS Extra Curricular Appointment – Ryan Avery, 8th Grade Baseball, GRMS Extra Curricular Appointment – Jennifer Boudreau, Track and Field Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Russell Beckwith, Varsity Baseball Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Donald Brochu, Varsity Softball Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Nathan Frechette, Boys’ Tennis Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Patrick Quinn, Girls’ Tennis Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Hillary Wing, Varsity Track and Field Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Joseph Fitzsimmons, Assistant Track and Field Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – KC Johnson, Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Samuel Wenckus, Boys’ JV Lacrosse Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Mike Patrick, Boys’ Lacrosse Volunteer, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Chad Kirk, Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Amelia Palin, Girls’ JV Lacrosse Coach, GAHS Extra Curricular Appointment – Charles Lawrence, JV Baseball Coach, GAHS Reassignment – Kashley Weymouth, Teacher, Grade 2, Helen Thompson School to Grade 1, Helen Thompson
NOMINATIONS None
VIII.
OLD BUSINESS A. UPDATE ON EMPOWER AND SAT TESTING Katie Joseph, Director of Curriculum & Instruction, provided an update to the Board on the implementation of the eMPower and SAT Testing.
IX.
NEW BUSINESS A. TRANSITIONING FROM NCLB TO EVERY STUDENT SUCCEEDS ACT (ESSA) Katie Joseph, reviewed with the Board the differences between the federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act and the newly implemented Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). B. 2016 – 2017 SCHOOL CALENDAR Superintendent Hopkins reminded the Board of the issue created with snow days and the date of graduation and Department of Education attendance requirements.
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Regular Board Meeting
April 14, 2016
VOTED: Director Cone motioned for the Superintendent to extend the length of the school day throughout the 9,982 – 0 District by one hour each day for the week of May 9th, seconded by Director Couture. 2 – 0 Student Motion carried.
X.
REPORTS – EDUCATIONAL /ADMINISTRATIVE A. BOARD CHAIR REPORT
National School Board Association Conference – April 5-8 Director Fles reported on the NSBA Conference in Boston.
B. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
XI.
Student Representatives The Superintendent and Student Representatives are scheduled to meet with the GAHS Sophomore Class to begin the process of electing a new Student Board Representative to replace Cassie Trask, who is scheduled to graduate in June.
Start of School Day The Superintendent stated interest appears to growing amongst local districts to begin discussing the start of the student school day.
Special Board Meeting to Approve the Budget
EXECUTIVE SESSION None
The Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
Attest a true record,
Patricia Hopkins, Secretary
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