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Agenda
WATERTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
Watertown High School
Technology Center
Monday, January 12, 2009 – 7:30 PM
A. Convene Regular Meeting - 7:30 PM
B. Salute to the Flag
C. Report from Student Council Representative – Richard Mastroianni
D. Public Participation
E. 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
F. Communications - Secretary
G. Minutes
1. Regular Board of Education Meeting – December 8, 2008
H. Superintendent's Recommendations and Report
1. Appointments – (Information Only – No Action Required)
a. Ms. Denise Suvoski to the position of Cafeteria Paraprofessional at Polk School starting January 5, 2009 for 1.5 hours paid per day, at an hourly rate of $15.38.
b. At its meeting on December 8, 2008, the Board of Education voted to approve of the appointment of Ms. Shirley Oliver to the position of Supervisor of Financial Services, effective December 9, 2008, with an annual salary of $52,000.00 prorated.
2. Resignations – (Information Only – No Action Required)
a. Ms. Leona Halliwell from the position of Secretary II Grade IV, Head Secretary, at John Trumbull Primary School, effective January 5, 2009, for the purpose of retirement.
b. Ms. Lori St. Germain from the position of Cafeteria Paraprofessional at Polk School, effective November 26, 2008, for personal reasons.
3. Transfers – (Information Only – No Action Required)
a. Mr. Wayne DeMarest from the position of Main Level Area C – 7th Grade Wing Custodian to Custodian 2nd Shift, Main Level – Area D - 6th Grade Wing at Swift Middle School, for 8.0 hours paid per day, at an hourly rate of $19.18, effective December 8, 2008.
4. Three School Project Update – (Information Only – No Action Required)
Administration will present an update on the three school project.
5. Superintendent’s Recommended Budget FY 2009-2010
Superintendent Karen Baldwin will give a presentation on the recommended budget for school year 2009-2010.
6. Student Artwork
The artwork that is on display this evening was done by the following young artists:
Jolie Galasso -Kindergarten, John Trumbull Primary School
Marissa Maccione -Grade 1, John Trumbull Primary School
Sarah Harte -Grade 2, John Trumbull Primary School
Danielle McClendon -Grade 3, Judson School
Rebekah Johnston -Grade 4, Polk School
Kali King -Grade 5, Judson School
Kathleen Smith -Grade 6, Swift Middle School
Matthew Minicucci -Grade 7, Swift Middle School
Anthony DiZinno -Art 1, Watertown High School
Lindsey Parenteau -Art 2, Watertown High School
Julian Focareta -Art 2, Watertown High School
Amber King -Art 2, Watertown High School
Elise Miller -Art 3, Watertown High School
7. Discussion on Capital Improvement Plan
I. Report from the Chairman
J. Action Items – Adoption of Items to be Approved by Consent
1. Consideration of the Approval of Family Medical Leaves of Absence
a. Ms. Patricia Davies, Grade 1 Teacher at John Trumbull Primary School, requests a Medical Leave of Absence, commencing February 2, 2009 through February 27, 2009, with use of accumulated sick time.
It is recommended that the Board approve of a Medical Leave of Absence for Ms. Patricia Davies, Grade 1 Teacher at John Trumbull Primary School, commencing February 2, 2009 through February 27, 2009, with use of accumulated sick time and a medical doctor’s note to return.
b. Ms. Jody Field, Art Teacher at Judson School and Polk School, requests a Childbearing and Childrearing Leave of Absence, under the Family Medical Leave Act, beginning approximately March 24, 2009, until the end of the 2008-2009 school year, with use of accumulated sick time and then leave without pay.
It is recommended that the Board approve of a Childbearing and Childrearing Leave of Absence, under the Family Medical Leave Act, for Ms. Jody Field, Art Teacher at Judson School and Polk School, beginning approximately March 24, 2009, until the end of the 2008-2009 school year, with use of accumulated sick time and then leave without pay and a medical doctor’s note to return.
c. Ms. Jennifer Longo, Grade 2 Teacher at John Trumbull Primary School, requests a Childbearing Leave of Absence, under the Family Medical Leave Act, commencing May 1, 2009, for the remainder of the 2008-2009 school year, with use of accumulated sick time.
It is recommended that the Board approve of a Childbearing Leave of Absence, under the Family Medical Leave Act, for Ms. Jennifer Longo, Grade 2 Teacher at John Trumbull Primary School, commencing May 1, 2009, for the remainder of the 2008-2009 school year, with use of accumulated sick time and a medical doctor’s note to return.
d. At the Board of Education meeting on June 30, 2008, the Board approved of a Maternity Leave of Absence, under the Family Medical Leave Act, commencing August 26, 2008, through January 5, 2009, with use of accumulated sick time and then leave without pay, for Ms. Elizabeth DeCicco, Kindergarten Extended Day Care Teacher at John Trumbull Primary School.
Ms. DeCicco requests an extended leave of absence from January 5, 2009 through February 23, 2009, without pay and without health insurance benefits.
2. Consideration of the Approval of the Acceptance of Gifts
a. The Leever Foundation would like to donate a check in the amount of $4,000 representing the final installment of the 2007 Lever Foundation grant to the Watertown Public School District for salaries and program expenses for the Watertown Family Resource Center.
b. Mr. Michael Magas, III, Teacher at Woodland Regional High School, on behalf of the Region 16 School District, would like to donate back up parts to the timing system at the Watertown High School pool with an estimated value of $8,000.00.
It is recommended that the Board accept these generous donations and letters of thanks to be sent to the donors.
3. Consideration of the Approval of Transfer of Funds
It is recommended that the Board approve of the attached Transfer of Funds for fiscal year 2008-2009. (See Attachment A.)
K. Future Agenda Items and Board Members’ Comments
L. Public Participation
M. Executive Session
Contractual Matter
N. Regular Session
Discussion and possible action on contractual matter.
O. Adjournment
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