Regular Board Meeting September 1, 2016
Regular Board Meeting
September 1, 2016
Maine School Administrative District 11 REGULAR MEETING
Merle E. Peacock, Jr. Board Room Thursday, September 1, 2016 7:00 p.m. PRESENT:
Becky Fles, Board Chair; Eric Jermyn, Vice Chair; Candace Avery; Michael Bechard, Carrie Boudway, Marc Cone, Debra Couture, Michael Gammon, Penny Poolman, Patricia Hopkins, Superintendent; Andrea Disch, Business Manager
STUDENT MEMBERS:
Hillary Colby, Brittany Chapman
ABSENT:
Katherine Chadwick, Joseph Gould, Michael Dovinsky
Board Chair Fles declared a quorum present and called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM.
Candace Avery, newly appointed Director from the Town of Randolph, was sworn in prior to the meeting by Andrea Vintinner - Disch, Notary Public.
I.
INTRODUCTION PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA District resident and parent, Terri Lynn Pulley, shared with the Board information regarding the School Bus Bag Initiative.
II.
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA /MINUTES
VOTED: Motion by Director Jermyn to approve the agenda as amended, seconded by Director Couture. 10,165 – 0 2 – 0 Student Motion carried.
VOTED: Motion by Director Jermyn to approve the minutes of the August 4, 2016 Regular Board Meeting, 10,165– 0 seconded by Director Boudway. 2 – 0 Student Motion carried.
III.
RECOGNITION AND CELEBRATIONS A. The Board recognized the appointment of Candace Avery to the MSAD 11 School Board
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B. The Board recognized the Gardiner Elks Club for their donation of school supplies.
IV.
CORRESPONDENCE A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J.
V.
Letter of Resignation received from Dorothy Allen, Child Nutrition Worker, Helen Thompson School Letter of Resignation received from Thomas Doucette, Bus Driver Letter of Resignation received from Kevin Calloway, Bus Driver Letter of Resignation received from Breanne Desmond, ELA Teacher, Gardiner Regional Middle School Letter of Resignation received from Jennifer Olin, Career Tech Advisor, Adult Education Letter of Resignation received from Matthew Wing, Special Education Ed Tech III, Gardiner Area High School Letter of Resignation received from Brian Greenlaw, Science Teacher, Gardiner Area High School Letter of Resignation received from Sherry Marcum, Grade 1 Teacher, Pittston Consolidated School Letter received from Barbara Chisholm, Nurse, Gardiner Area High School, notifying the Board of her intent to retire at the conclusion of the 2016 – 2017 School Year. Email received from Shelley Chadwick, Library Ed Tech, commending the Board and Administration on their commitment to education
COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Curriculum Committee – No Meeting. B. Dropout Prevention Committee – No Meeting. C. Educational Plan Committee – No Meeting. D. Finance Committee – No Meeting. E. Negotiations Committee F. Policy Committee – No Meeting.
VOTED: Director Jermyn motioned to move the following policies as written, seconded by Director Poolman: 10,165 – 0 2 – 0 Student 2nd Reading JLCE
First Aid and Emergency Medical Care
Motion carried. G. Relations by Objective Committee – No Meeting H. Gardiner Area High School Student Representative Report – No Report I.
Student Wellness Committee – No Meeting
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Regular Board Meeting VI.
September 1, 2016
GENERAL INFORMATION The following have been approved by the Superintendent: A. Cassie Soucy, Administrative Assistant (Part-time), Gardiner Area High School B. Kashley Weymouth, Grade 1 Teacher, transfer from Helen Thompson School to Pittston Consolidated School C. Greg Lucarelli, Learning Lab, Ed Tech II, Gardiner Area High School D. Carolee Tupper, Administrative Assistant, Adult Education E. Christopher Turner, Bus Driver F. John Polhemus, Bus Driver G. Lyn Traver, School Nutrition Worker, Helen Thompson School H. Maitland Hallett, Volleyball Coach, Gardiner Area High School I. Scott McNeil, Volleyball Volunteer, Gardiner Area High School J. Lisa Foster, Yearbook Advisor, Gardiner Regional Middle School K. Mark Koenig, Math Team Advisor, Gardiner Regional Middle School L. Amy Palin, Math Team Advisor, Gardiner Regional Middle School M. Raye Anne DeSoto, Drama Advisor, Gardiner Regional Middle School N. Kim Quirion, Student Services Organization Advisor, Gardiner Regional Middle School O. Hope St. Denis, Student Services Organization Advisor, Gardiner Regional Middle School P. John Farrell, Bus Driver Q. Cynthia Kropp, District Ed Tech III, Gardiner Regional Middle School R. Tyler Salley, District Ed Tech I, Gardiner Area High School S. College Campus Visit/Tour – Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Clark University and Nichols College; Thursday, September 22, 2016
VII.
NOMINATIONS
VOTED: Motion by Director Jermyn, to approve the following nominations as recommended by the 10,165 – 0 Superintendent, seconded by Director Cone. 2 – 0 Student 1st Year Probationary Contracts A. B. C. D.
Samantha Jordan, Grade 1 Teacher, Helen Thompson School - $42,134.40 Matthew Bailey, Science Teacher, Gardiner Area High School - $35,286.90 Crystal Smith, Elementary CUBS Teacher, Laura E. Richards School - $35,286.90 Jeffrey Trippe, Grade 8/7 ELA Teacher, Gardiner Regional Middle School Motion carried.
VIII.
OLD BUSINESS None
IX.
NEW BUSINESS
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A. STAND UP FOR STUDENTS ( REFERENDUM QUESTION 2) – DISCUSSION Information regarding the Stand Up For Students Initiative was shared with the Board. The Board discussed views regarding the initiative and whether to endorse. The Board was addressed by Sarah Singer, Brunswick School Board Member. After it was disclosed Ms. Singer was a paid staff member of the Stand Up for Students Initiative, Directors Boudway and Jermyn advised the Board against allowing Ms. Singer to speak further. After the Board’s discussion, no action was taken.
REPORTS – EDUCATIONAL /ADMINISTRATIVE
X.
A. BOARD CHAIR REPORT
National School Board Association (NSBA) Leadership Conference On behalf of the Maine School Board Association, Chair Fles attended the National School Board Association Summer Leadership Seminar August 10th to August 15th in Chicago, IL.
B. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
XI.
Start of School Update
Facilities Update
Student Enrollment/Superintendent Agreements/Transfers
October 6, 2016 – Regular Board Meeting The Superintendent informed the Board that she would not be in attendance at the Board’s October 6th Regular Meeting due to a personal commitment.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
VOTED: 10,165 – 0
Motion by Director Jermyn to go into executive session at 7:58 p.m. to discuss the Education Technician / Administrative Assistant Association Agreement pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(D), seconded by Director Couture. The Board reconvened at 8:05 p.m. Motion carried.
VOTED: 10,165 – 0
Motion by Director Avery, to go into executive session at 8:06 p.m. to discuss the contracts for the Director of Curriculum & Instruction and the Business Manager pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(A), seconded by Director Couture. The Board reconvened at 8:24 p.m. Motion carried.
VOTED: 10,165 – 0
Motion by Director Jermyn, seconded by Director Cone, to add language regarding longevity from the Administrators’ Collective Bargaining Agreement to the Director of Curriculum & Instruction and the Business Manager’s contracts. Motion carried.
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Regular Board Meeting
September 1, 2016
The Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Attest a true record,
Patricia Hopkins, Secretary
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September 1, 2016
Maine School Administrative District 11 REGULAR MEETING
Merle E. Peacock, Jr. Board Room Thursday, September 1, 2016 7:00 p.m. PRESENT:
Becky Fles, Board Chair; Eric Jermyn, Vice Chair; Candace Avery; Michael Bechard, Carrie Boudway, Marc Cone, Debra Couture, Michael Gammon, Penny Poolman, Patricia Hopkins, Superintendent; Andrea Disch, Business Manager
STUDENT MEMBERS:
Hillary Colby, Brittany Chapman
ABSENT:
Katherine Chadwick, Joseph Gould, Michael Dovinsky
Board Chair Fles declared a quorum present and called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM.
Candace Avery, newly appointed Director from the Town of Randolph, was sworn in prior to the meeting by Andrea Vintinner - Disch, Notary Public.
I.
INTRODUCTION PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA District resident and parent, Terri Lynn Pulley, shared with the Board information regarding the School Bus Bag Initiative.
II.
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA /MINUTES
VOTED: Motion by Director Jermyn to approve the agenda as amended, seconded by Director Couture. 10,165 – 0 2 – 0 Student Motion carried.
VOTED: Motion by Director Jermyn to approve the minutes of the August 4, 2016 Regular Board Meeting, 10,165– 0 seconded by Director Boudway. 2 – 0 Student Motion carried.
III.
RECOGNITION AND CELEBRATIONS A. The Board recognized the appointment of Candace Avery to the MSAD 11 School Board
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B. The Board recognized the Gardiner Elks Club for their donation of school supplies.
IV.
CORRESPONDENCE A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J.
V.
Letter of Resignation received from Dorothy Allen, Child Nutrition Worker, Helen Thompson School Letter of Resignation received from Thomas Doucette, Bus Driver Letter of Resignation received from Kevin Calloway, Bus Driver Letter of Resignation received from Breanne Desmond, ELA Teacher, Gardiner Regional Middle School Letter of Resignation received from Jennifer Olin, Career Tech Advisor, Adult Education Letter of Resignation received from Matthew Wing, Special Education Ed Tech III, Gardiner Area High School Letter of Resignation received from Brian Greenlaw, Science Teacher, Gardiner Area High School Letter of Resignation received from Sherry Marcum, Grade 1 Teacher, Pittston Consolidated School Letter received from Barbara Chisholm, Nurse, Gardiner Area High School, notifying the Board of her intent to retire at the conclusion of the 2016 – 2017 School Year. Email received from Shelley Chadwick, Library Ed Tech, commending the Board and Administration on their commitment to education
COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Curriculum Committee – No Meeting. B. Dropout Prevention Committee – No Meeting. C. Educational Plan Committee – No Meeting. D. Finance Committee – No Meeting. E. Negotiations Committee F. Policy Committee – No Meeting.
VOTED: Director Jermyn motioned to move the following policies as written, seconded by Director Poolman: 10,165 – 0 2 – 0 Student 2nd Reading JLCE
First Aid and Emergency Medical Care
Motion carried. G. Relations by Objective Committee – No Meeting H. Gardiner Area High School Student Representative Report – No Report I.
Student Wellness Committee – No Meeting
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Regular Board Meeting VI.
September 1, 2016
GENERAL INFORMATION The following have been approved by the Superintendent: A. Cassie Soucy, Administrative Assistant (Part-time), Gardiner Area High School B. Kashley Weymouth, Grade 1 Teacher, transfer from Helen Thompson School to Pittston Consolidated School C. Greg Lucarelli, Learning Lab, Ed Tech II, Gardiner Area High School D. Carolee Tupper, Administrative Assistant, Adult Education E. Christopher Turner, Bus Driver F. John Polhemus, Bus Driver G. Lyn Traver, School Nutrition Worker, Helen Thompson School H. Maitland Hallett, Volleyball Coach, Gardiner Area High School I. Scott McNeil, Volleyball Volunteer, Gardiner Area High School J. Lisa Foster, Yearbook Advisor, Gardiner Regional Middle School K. Mark Koenig, Math Team Advisor, Gardiner Regional Middle School L. Amy Palin, Math Team Advisor, Gardiner Regional Middle School M. Raye Anne DeSoto, Drama Advisor, Gardiner Regional Middle School N. Kim Quirion, Student Services Organization Advisor, Gardiner Regional Middle School O. Hope St. Denis, Student Services Organization Advisor, Gardiner Regional Middle School P. John Farrell, Bus Driver Q. Cynthia Kropp, District Ed Tech III, Gardiner Regional Middle School R. Tyler Salley, District Ed Tech I, Gardiner Area High School S. College Campus Visit/Tour – Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Clark University and Nichols College; Thursday, September 22, 2016
VII.
NOMINATIONS
VOTED: Motion by Director Jermyn, to approve the following nominations as recommended by the 10,165 – 0 Superintendent, seconded by Director Cone. 2 – 0 Student 1st Year Probationary Contracts A. B. C. D.
Samantha Jordan, Grade 1 Teacher, Helen Thompson School - $42,134.40 Matthew Bailey, Science Teacher, Gardiner Area High School - $35,286.90 Crystal Smith, Elementary CUBS Teacher, Laura E. Richards School - $35,286.90 Jeffrey Trippe, Grade 8/7 ELA Teacher, Gardiner Regional Middle School Motion carried.
VIII.
OLD BUSINESS None
IX.
NEW BUSINESS
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A. STAND UP FOR STUDENTS ( REFERENDUM QUESTION 2) – DISCUSSION Information regarding the Stand Up For Students Initiative was shared with the Board. The Board discussed views regarding the initiative and whether to endorse. The Board was addressed by Sarah Singer, Brunswick School Board Member. After it was disclosed Ms. Singer was a paid staff member of the Stand Up for Students Initiative, Directors Boudway and Jermyn advised the Board against allowing Ms. Singer to speak further. After the Board’s discussion, no action was taken.
REPORTS – EDUCATIONAL /ADMINISTRATIVE
X.
A. BOARD CHAIR REPORT
National School Board Association (NSBA) Leadership Conference On behalf of the Maine School Board Association, Chair Fles attended the National School Board Association Summer Leadership Seminar August 10th to August 15th in Chicago, IL.
B. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
XI.
Start of School Update
Facilities Update
Student Enrollment/Superintendent Agreements/Transfers
October 6, 2016 – Regular Board Meeting The Superintendent informed the Board that she would not be in attendance at the Board’s October 6th Regular Meeting due to a personal commitment.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
VOTED: 10,165 – 0
Motion by Director Jermyn to go into executive session at 7:58 p.m. to discuss the Education Technician / Administrative Assistant Association Agreement pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(D), seconded by Director Couture. The Board reconvened at 8:05 p.m. Motion carried.
VOTED: 10,165 – 0
Motion by Director Avery, to go into executive session at 8:06 p.m. to discuss the contracts for the Director of Curriculum & Instruction and the Business Manager pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(A), seconded by Director Couture. The Board reconvened at 8:24 p.m. Motion carried.
VOTED: 10,165 – 0
Motion by Director Jermyn, seconded by Director Cone, to add language regarding longevity from the Administrators’ Collective Bargaining Agreement to the Director of Curriculum & Instruction and the Business Manager’s contracts. Motion carried.
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Regular Board Meeting
September 1, 2016
The Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Attest a true record,
Patricia Hopkins, Secretary
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