|
¬
Agenda
WATERTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
Watertown High School
Technology Center
Tuesday, October 14, 2008 – 7:30 PM
A. Convene Regular Meeting - 7:30 PM
B. Salute to the Flag
C. Report from Student Council Representative – Richard Mastroianni
D. Report from PTA/PTO Liaison
E. Public Participation
F. Budget Summary – (Information Only – No Action Required)
G. Committee Reports:
1. Advertising Committee – Mary Colangelo
2. Athletics Committee – Joseph Apicella
3. Budget Committee – Thomas Lambert
4. Curriculum & Instruction Committee – Kevin Killeen
5. Facilities Committee – Richard Mazzamaro
6. Policy and Labor Committee – Mary Colangelo
7. Cablevision – Mary Dzioba
8. PBC Representative – Richard Mazzamaro
9. Education Connection Representative – Janice Pond
10. Town Hall Joint Committee – Thomas Lambert
H. Communications - Secretary
I. Minutes
1. Regular Board of Education Meeting – September 22, 2008
J. Superintendent's Recommendations and Report
1. Appointments – (Information Only – No Action Required)
a. Mr. Keith Borkowski to the position of Assistant Football Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $3,130.00 payable at the end of the season.
b. Ms. Denise Brown to the position of Varsity Field Hockey Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $3,128.00 payable at the end of the season.
c. Ms. Catherine Castle to the position of One to One Paraprofessional, Category #1, at John Trumbull Primary School starting September 29, 2008, for 6.0 hours paid per day, at an hourly rate of $12.23.
d. Mr. Paul Catuccio to the position of Girl’s Soccer Coach at Swift Middle School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $1,824.00 payable at the end of the season.
e. Ms. Sherry Cosmos to the position of Cheerleading Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $2,738.00 payable at the end of the season.
f. Ms. Randilynne Crudele to the position of Resource Program Paraprofessional, Category #2, 20.0 hours paid per week, and Cafeteria Paraprofessional, Category #5, 7.5 hours paid per week at Judson School starting September 24, 2008, at an hourly rate of $12.23.
g. Ms. Katie Elwood to the position of Field Hockey Coach at Swift Middle School for the 2008-2009 school year, at a contractual stipend of $1,691.00 payable at the end of the season.
h. Ms. Diane Gaulzetti to the position of Newspaper Advisor at Swift Middle School effective for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $950.00.
i. Ms. Kim Hailstones to the position of Resource Program Paraprofessional, Category #2, at John Trumbull Primary School starting October 6, 2008, for 16.5 hours paid per week at an hourly rate of $12.23.
j. Mr. Kris Kuegler to the position of Cross Country Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $2,607.00 payable at the end of the season.
k. Mr. Mykal Kuslis to the position of Assistant Boys’ Varsity Soccer Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $1,824.00 payable at the end of the season.
l. Ms. Cara LaFlamme to the position of Resource Program Paraprofessional, Category #2, at Swift Middle School starting October 20, 2008, for 30.0 hours paid per week, at an hourly rate of $12.23.
m. Mr. William Leifert to the position of Cross Country Coach at Swift Middle School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $2,217.00 payable at the end of the season.
n. Mr. Scott McQueeney to the position of Assistant Football Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $2,870.00 payable at the end of the season.
o. Mr. Tony Mucciaro to the position of Girl’s Soccer Varsity Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $3,000.00 payable at the end of the season.
p. Mr. Roger Ouellette to the position of Varsity Football Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $5,083.00 payable at the end of the season.
q. Mr. George Palomba to the position of Assistant Football Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $3,130.00 payable at the end of the season.
r. Ms. Carrie Prausauckas to the position of Assistant Field Hockey Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $2,217.00 payable at the end of the season.
s. Mr. Garry Smith to the position of Girls’ Swim Varsity Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $3,130.00 payable at the end of the season.
t. Mr. Dane Street to the position of Boys’ Varsity Soccer Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $3,130.00 payable at the end of the season.
u. Mr. Jerry Valentino to the position of Assistant Football Coach at Watertown High School for the 2008-2009 school year at a contractual stipend of $2,870.00 payable at the end of the season.
v. Mr. Jerry Valentino to the position of Corridor Paraprofessional, Category #5, at Watertown High School starting October 6, 2008, for 6.0 hours paid per day, at an hourly rate of $12.23.
w. Ms. Jane Blakeman to the position of Resource Program Paraprofessional, Category #2, at Swift Middle School starting October 20, 2008, for 6.5 hours paid per day, at an hourly rate of $15.38.
2. Transfers – (Information Only – No Action Required)
a. Ms. Michelle Bunnell from .40 Art Teacher at Polk School and .60 Art Teacher at Swift Middle School to 1.00 FTE Art Teacher at Swift Middle School effective with the 2008-2009 school year.
3. Three School Project Update – (Information Only – No Action Required)
Administration will present an update on the three school project.
4. CMT / CAPT Presentation – (Information Only – No Action Required)
Ms. Karen Baldwin, Superintendent, will give a presentation on the CMT / CAPT test results.
5. Student Artwork
The artwork that is on display this evening was done by the following young artists:
Jorge Cortina -Kindergarten -John Trumbull Primary School
Emily Hinman -Grade 1 -John Trumbull Primary School
Hannah Mehlin -Grade 2 -John Trumbull Primary School
Allesandra Mayo -Grade 3 -Judson School
Spencer Deros -Grade 4 -Polk School
Gabriel Pietrorazio -Grade 5 -Judson School
Selena Mancini -Grade 6 -Swift Middle School
Christine Manalo -Grade 7 -Swift Middle School
Emily Lawson -Art 1 -Watertown High School
Amy Henion -Art 3 Drawing -Watertown High School
Brianna Pitino -Art 3 Painting -Watertown High School
Christina Weaver -Art 4 Drawing -Watertown High School
Nicole Geletka -IS Photo -Watertown High School
K. Report from the Chairman
L. Action Items – Adoption of Items to be Approved by Consent
1. Consideration of the Approval of the Acceptance of Gifts
a.) The Woodward Foundation would like to donate a grant for $5,000 to the music department at Watertown High School to be used for the purchase of marching band uniforms.
b.) The Watertown High School Gridiron Booster Club would like to donate a Sports Cool powered tanker with cart to Watertown High School to be used by the football team. The value of this battery powered 40 gallon portable hydration system is $1119.99.00.
c.) Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Bartholomeo would like to donate tackboard sheets, valued at approximately $99.00, to Watertown High School to be used by the Art Department.
It is recommended that the Board accept these generous gifts and letters of thanks to be sent to the donors.
2. Consideration of the Approval of W.H.S. Community Day
It is recommended that the Board approve of Community Service Day for approximately 112 students at Watertown High School on Tuesday, November 11, 2008, under the direction of Principal Matthew Geary and Assistant Principal Marc Balanda. According to CIRMA, the students will be protected under the Board of Education’s liability insurance coverage. Marc Balanda is present tonight to answer any questions. (See Attachment A.)
The purpose of this activity is:
1.) To engage Watertown High School students in a school-wide community service project.
2.) To provide assistance to senior citizens in the Watertown community.
3.) To foster a positive relationship between the school and the community at large.
3. Consideration of the Approval of New Athletic Uniforms
1.) It is recommended that the Board approve of new girls’ field hockey uniforms for Watertown High School. Mrs. Legge reviewed the uniforms and has determined that they meet all of the requirements for compliance with both CIAC regulations and the Board of Education’s policy on uniforms. The uniforms were approved by the Athletics Sub-committee at its meeting on September 29, 2008. The uniforms will be paid by a $3500.00 grant from the Watertown Education Foundation along with $1116.48 from the Athletic student activity fund.
2.) It is recommended that the Board approve of new volleyball uniforms for Watertown High School. Mrs. Legge has reviewed the uniforms and has determined that the uniforms meet all of the requirements for compliance with both CIAC regulations and the Board of Education’s policy on uniforms. These uniforms were reviewed by the Athletics Sub-committee at its meeting on September 29, 2008. These uniforms will be funded by the Booster Organization and the donations from local agencies.
3.) It is recommended that the Board approve of new cheerleading uniforms to be used for competition for Watertown High School. Mrs. Legge has reviewed the uniforms and the uniforms meet the CIAC regulations and the Board of Education’s policy on uniforms. These uniforms were reviewed by the Athletics Sub-committee at its meeting on September 29, 2008. These uniforms will be funded by the Booster Organization and the donations from local agencies.
4. Consideration of the Approval of Curriculum
At the Curriculum and Instruction Committee meeting of October 7, 2008, the following Watertown High School curricula revisions were endorsed by the Curriculum and Instruction Committee members. All curricula have been aligned with the State Standards. These High school courses are designed to meet recommendations made by NEASC and ensures academic rigor for all students. Additionally, two Swift Middle School curricular revisions were approved by the committee.
a.) Consideration of the Approval of the Watertown High School Algebra I Curriculum Revision
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve of the Watertown High School Algebra I Curriculum Revision as presented under separate cover, effective immediately.
b.) Consideration of the Approval of the Watertown High School United States History I, Level 2 Curriculum Revision
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve of the Watertown High School United States History I, Level 2 Curriculum Revision as presented under separate cover, effective immediately.
c.) Consideration of the Approval of the Watertown High School United States History I, Level 3 Curriculum Revision
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve of the Watertown High School United States History I, Level 3 Curriculum Revision as presented under separate cover, effective immediately.
d.) Consideration of the Approval of the Watertown High School World History (Honors and College Prep) Curriculum Revision
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve of the Watertown High School World History (Honors and College Prep) Curriculum Revision as presented under separate cover, effective immediately.
e.) Consideration of the Approval of the Watertown High School College Preparatory Integrated Science Curriculum Revision
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve of the Watertown High School College Preparatory Integrated Science Revision as presented under separate cover, effective immediately.
f.) Consideration of the Approval of the Watertown High School College Preparatory Biology Curriculum Revision
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve of the Watertown High School College Preparatory Biology Curriculum Revision as presented under separate cover, effective immediately.
5. Consideration of the Approval of the Swift Middle School Foods: Grade 6 Curriculum
With the realignment of Grade 6, the Grade 6 Food course ensures continuity in the Unified Arts program.
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve of the Swift Middle School Foods: Grade 6 Curriculum as presented under separate cover, effective immediately.
6. Consideration of the Approval of the Swift Middle School Advisor/Advisee Program Activities Guide 2008-2009
The Advisor/Advisee Program was piloted in the spring of 2007-2008 and was very well received. This program guide represents the full implementation of the program for 2008-2009.
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve of the Swift Middle School Advisor/Advisee Program Activities Guide 2008-2009 as presented under separate cover, effective immediately.
M. Future Agenda Items and Board Members’ Comments
N. Public Participation
O. Executive Session
Pending Claim
Discussion of exempt documents pertaining to bargaining unit negotiations.
P. Adjournment
|