Regular Board Meeting February 1, 2018 AWS
Regular Board Meeting
February 1, 2018
Maine School Administrative District 11 REGULAR MEETING
Approved
Merle E. Peacock, Jr. Board Room Thursday, February 1, 2018 7:00 p.m.
PRESENT:
Becky Fles, Board Chair; Veronica Babcock, Carrie Boudway, Marc Cone, Debra Couture, Nancy Fortier-Brown, Michael Gammon. Earle McCormick, Penny Poolman, Tony Veit, Patricia Hopkins, Superintendent; Andrea Disch, Business Manager
STUDENT MEMBERS:
Tim Doyle
ABSENT:
Michael Bechard, Brittany Chapman (Student Member), Eric Jermyn The Board Chair declared a quorum present and called the meeting to order at 7:02 PM.
I.
INTRODUCTION PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS ON THE AGENDA None
II.
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA /MINUTES
VOTED: Motion by Director Veit to approve the agenda as amended, seconded by Director Couture. 11,131 – 0 1– 0 Student MOTION CARRIED
VOTED: Motion by Director Cone to approve the minutes of the January 11, 2018 Regular Board Meeting, 11,131 – 0 seconded by Director Fortier - Brown. 1 – 0 Student MOTION CARRIED.
III.
RECOGNITION AND CELEBRATIONS The MSAD 11 Board of Directors recognized the following:
The Board acknowledged GAHS Senior, Kyle Woods, winner of the Voice of Democracy audio essay contest, sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 9.
The Board acknowledged GRMS 7th Grade Student, Shawn Jiminez, winner of the Patriot’s Pen essay contest, sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 9.
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February 1, 2018
CORRESPONDENCE A. Letter of resignation from Louise Kruk, School Nutrition Worker, Gardiner Regional Middle School
V.
COMMITTEE REPORTS A. CURRICULUM COMMITTEE At the January 9th meeting, teachers presented information for new course offerings at Gardiner Area High School. The following courses were presented for consideration: A. Honors Forensic Chemistry B. Accounting C. Exploring Computer Science The Committee also discussed the STEMscopes program currently being piloted in the District.
B. DROPOUT PREVENTION COMMITTEE At its January 18th meeting, the Committee shared information from other districts regarding the handling of student drop outs. The Committee also recommended the addition of a School Resource Officer to the 2018 – 2019 Budget to help address the ongoing issue of student absenteeism.
C. EDUCATIONAL PLAN COMMITTEE No Meeting.
D. FINANCE COMMITTEE At its January 10th meeting, the Committee approved the purchase of Bus Routing Software. The Committee also approved the purchase of additional chrome books at the elementary level. It was discussed the additional chrome books would be financed from the bulk savings of the original chrome book purchase. The Committee discussed Keys FOBS for the GAHS and GRMS Fitness Centers. The Committee agreed to charge District staff a fee of $20.00 per Key FOB. The Committee approved the implementation of My School Bucks. Administration is in hopes of reducing the handling of cash with the implementation of the My School Bucks software.
E. NEGOTIATIONS COMMITTEE F. POLICY COMMITTEE It was stated that the policies discussed at the January 11th Committee meeting were inadvertently omitted from the February 1st Regular Meeting Agenda. It was stated the policies would be included with March 1st Regular Meeting Agenda.
G. RELATIONS BY OBJECTIVE COMMITTEE No Meeting
H. GARDINER AREA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE REPORT I. STUDENT WELLNESS COMMITTEE At its January 16th meeting, the Wellness Committee discussed presenters for its Staff Wellness Day as well as scheduling of the event. The Committee also discussed disappointing sales of its Trial Wellness Pass. Nan Bell of Healthy Communities of the Capital Area presented their Let’s Go
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Program to the Committee. The Program encourages healthy eating and active living among adults and children.
VI.
AD HOC COMMITTEES A. LATE START COMMITTEE At its January 10th meeting, the Committee reviewed possible late start scenarios with Gabe Dostie, Director of Operations. After discussion, the Committee agreed to delete one of the scenarios due to viability of the scenario. The Committee also discussed the use of a survey for students, staff, and community members. After conversation regarding the scope and amount of work to be done, the Committee agreed to request an extension from the Board until the fall of 2018.
B. TERESA C. HAMLIN FUTURE COMMITTEE As reported at the January 11th meeting.
VII.
GENERAL INFORMATION The following have been approved by the Superintendent: A. B. C. D.
VIII.
Christian Hebert – Volunteer, Girls Ice Hockey John Hinckley – Volunteer, Girls Ice Hockey Hire – Melissa Mullison, Evening Administrative Assistant, Adult Education Hire – Nancy Boclair, Bus Driver
NOMINATIONS None
VIII.
OLD BUSINESS A. RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE MSBA “I LOVE PUBLIC EDUCATION CAMPAIGN” After discussion, the Board agreed to support the abbreviated public education endorsement, as prepared by MSBA.
VOTED: Motion by Director Couture to endorse the abbreviated public education endorsement, as prepared by 11,131 – 0 MSBA, seconded by Director Gammon. 1 – 0 Student MOTION CARRIED.
B. FOLLOW UP DISCUSSION FROM THE PUBLIC FORUM FOR THE FUTURE OF TERESA C. HAMLIN SCHOOL At the January 25th Public Forum, the Board agreed to wait until additional information regarding the District’s Bonds is available before moving forward with the Committee’s recommendation. District Counsel, Bill Stockmeyer, is hopeful to have the additional information available for the Board within 2 – 3 weeks. After discussion, the Board agreed to tentatively schedule a special meeting for Monday, February 26th to further discuss the Committee’s recommendation.
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NEW BUSINESS
IX.
A. WRESTLING The Board discussed students from Hall Dale participating with both the Middle School and High School wrestling teams without an authorized agreement in place. After discussion, the Board agreed to allow continuation from the remainder of the the season pending conversation with the District’s liability carrier.
X.
REPORTS – EDUCATIONAL /ADMINISTRATIVE A. BOARD CHAIR REPORT
NSBA School Board Survey The Board agreed to further table the discussion
Legislative Advocacy
Meeting with the Commissioner of Education The Board Chair has scheduled a meeting with the Commissioner of Education.
B. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
XI.
Update 2018 – 2019 State Funding The Department of Education released 2018 – 2019 ED 279s. Based on the subsidy estimate, the District anticipates receiving $893,396 in additional subsidy.
2018 – 2019 Regional School Calendar Superintendent Hopkins continues to work on the 2018 – 2019 Regional School Calendar
2018 – 2019 Budget Priorities Administrators are continuing their robust conversations surrounding 2018 – 2019 Budget Priorities.
Out of District The Superintendent will be out of District February 13 – February 23, 2018. GAHS Principal will be covering in the Superintendent’s absence.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
VOTED: 11,131 – 0
Motion by Director Veit to go into executive session at 9:16 p.m. to discuss School Board and Superintendent relations pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(A), seconded by Director Boudway. The Board reconvened at 9:55 p.m. Motion carried.
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The Meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m. Attest a true record,
Patricia Hopkins, Secretary
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February 1, 2018
Maine School Administrative District 11 REGULAR MEETING
Approved
Merle E. Peacock, Jr. Board Room Thursday, February 1, 2018 7:00 p.m.
PRESENT:
Becky Fles, Board Chair; Veronica Babcock, Carrie Boudway, Marc Cone, Debra Couture, Nancy Fortier-Brown, Michael Gammon. Earle McCormick, Penny Poolman, Tony Veit, Patricia Hopkins, Superintendent; Andrea Disch, Business Manager
STUDENT MEMBERS:
Tim Doyle
ABSENT:
Michael Bechard, Brittany Chapman (Student Member), Eric Jermyn The Board Chair declared a quorum present and called the meeting to order at 7:02 PM.
I.
INTRODUCTION PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS ON THE AGENDA None
II.
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA /MINUTES
VOTED: Motion by Director Veit to approve the agenda as amended, seconded by Director Couture. 11,131 – 0 1– 0 Student MOTION CARRIED
VOTED: Motion by Director Cone to approve the minutes of the January 11, 2018 Regular Board Meeting, 11,131 – 0 seconded by Director Fortier - Brown. 1 – 0 Student MOTION CARRIED.
III.
RECOGNITION AND CELEBRATIONS The MSAD 11 Board of Directors recognized the following:
The Board acknowledged GAHS Senior, Kyle Woods, winner of the Voice of Democracy audio essay contest, sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 9.
The Board acknowledged GRMS 7th Grade Student, Shawn Jiminez, winner of the Patriot’s Pen essay contest, sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 9.
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Regular Board Meeting IV.
February 1, 2018
CORRESPONDENCE A. Letter of resignation from Louise Kruk, School Nutrition Worker, Gardiner Regional Middle School
V.
COMMITTEE REPORTS A. CURRICULUM COMMITTEE At the January 9th meeting, teachers presented information for new course offerings at Gardiner Area High School. The following courses were presented for consideration: A. Honors Forensic Chemistry B. Accounting C. Exploring Computer Science The Committee also discussed the STEMscopes program currently being piloted in the District.
B. DROPOUT PREVENTION COMMITTEE At its January 18th meeting, the Committee shared information from other districts regarding the handling of student drop outs. The Committee also recommended the addition of a School Resource Officer to the 2018 – 2019 Budget to help address the ongoing issue of student absenteeism.
C. EDUCATIONAL PLAN COMMITTEE No Meeting.
D. FINANCE COMMITTEE At its January 10th meeting, the Committee approved the purchase of Bus Routing Software. The Committee also approved the purchase of additional chrome books at the elementary level. It was discussed the additional chrome books would be financed from the bulk savings of the original chrome book purchase. The Committee discussed Keys FOBS for the GAHS and GRMS Fitness Centers. The Committee agreed to charge District staff a fee of $20.00 per Key FOB. The Committee approved the implementation of My School Bucks. Administration is in hopes of reducing the handling of cash with the implementation of the My School Bucks software.
E. NEGOTIATIONS COMMITTEE F. POLICY COMMITTEE It was stated that the policies discussed at the January 11th Committee meeting were inadvertently omitted from the February 1st Regular Meeting Agenda. It was stated the policies would be included with March 1st Regular Meeting Agenda.
G. RELATIONS BY OBJECTIVE COMMITTEE No Meeting
H. GARDINER AREA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE REPORT I. STUDENT WELLNESS COMMITTEE At its January 16th meeting, the Wellness Committee discussed presenters for its Staff Wellness Day as well as scheduling of the event. The Committee also discussed disappointing sales of its Trial Wellness Pass. Nan Bell of Healthy Communities of the Capital Area presented their Let’s Go
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Program to the Committee. The Program encourages healthy eating and active living among adults and children.
VI.
AD HOC COMMITTEES A. LATE START COMMITTEE At its January 10th meeting, the Committee reviewed possible late start scenarios with Gabe Dostie, Director of Operations. After discussion, the Committee agreed to delete one of the scenarios due to viability of the scenario. The Committee also discussed the use of a survey for students, staff, and community members. After conversation regarding the scope and amount of work to be done, the Committee agreed to request an extension from the Board until the fall of 2018.
B. TERESA C. HAMLIN FUTURE COMMITTEE As reported at the January 11th meeting.
VII.
GENERAL INFORMATION The following have been approved by the Superintendent: A. B. C. D.
VIII.
Christian Hebert – Volunteer, Girls Ice Hockey John Hinckley – Volunteer, Girls Ice Hockey Hire – Melissa Mullison, Evening Administrative Assistant, Adult Education Hire – Nancy Boclair, Bus Driver
NOMINATIONS None
VIII.
OLD BUSINESS A. RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE MSBA “I LOVE PUBLIC EDUCATION CAMPAIGN” After discussion, the Board agreed to support the abbreviated public education endorsement, as prepared by MSBA.
VOTED: Motion by Director Couture to endorse the abbreviated public education endorsement, as prepared by 11,131 – 0 MSBA, seconded by Director Gammon. 1 – 0 Student MOTION CARRIED.
B. FOLLOW UP DISCUSSION FROM THE PUBLIC FORUM FOR THE FUTURE OF TERESA C. HAMLIN SCHOOL At the January 25th Public Forum, the Board agreed to wait until additional information regarding the District’s Bonds is available before moving forward with the Committee’s recommendation. District Counsel, Bill Stockmeyer, is hopeful to have the additional information available for the Board within 2 – 3 weeks. After discussion, the Board agreed to tentatively schedule a special meeting for Monday, February 26th to further discuss the Committee’s recommendation.
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February 1, 2018
NEW BUSINESS
IX.
A. WRESTLING The Board discussed students from Hall Dale participating with both the Middle School and High School wrestling teams without an authorized agreement in place. After discussion, the Board agreed to allow continuation from the remainder of the the season pending conversation with the District’s liability carrier.
X.
REPORTS – EDUCATIONAL /ADMINISTRATIVE A. BOARD CHAIR REPORT
NSBA School Board Survey The Board agreed to further table the discussion
Legislative Advocacy
Meeting with the Commissioner of Education The Board Chair has scheduled a meeting with the Commissioner of Education.
B. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
XI.
Update 2018 – 2019 State Funding The Department of Education released 2018 – 2019 ED 279s. Based on the subsidy estimate, the District anticipates receiving $893,396 in additional subsidy.
2018 – 2019 Regional School Calendar Superintendent Hopkins continues to work on the 2018 – 2019 Regional School Calendar
2018 – 2019 Budget Priorities Administrators are continuing their robust conversations surrounding 2018 – 2019 Budget Priorities.
Out of District The Superintendent will be out of District February 13 – February 23, 2018. GAHS Principal will be covering in the Superintendent’s absence.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
VOTED: 11,131 – 0
Motion by Director Veit to go into executive session at 9:16 p.m. to discuss School Board and Superintendent relations pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(A), seconded by Director Boudway. The Board reconvened at 9:55 p.m. Motion carried.
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The Meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m. Attest a true record,
Patricia Hopkins, Secretary
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