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Agenda
WATERTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
Swift Middle School
250 Colonial Street, Oakville
Library
Monday, June 8, 2009 – 7:30 PM
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN LOCATION OF MEETING.
A. Convene Regular Meeting - 7:30 PM
B. Salute to the Flag
C. Recognition
1. The Board of Education wishes to recognize the following winners in the Superintendent’s CAPSS Awards from the elementary schools. The high school and middle school participated last fall. Awards are based on community service and service to others; academic prowess; and leadership service to the school community.
Emily Gribbin – John Trumbull Primary School, Grade 2
Michael Hanis – John Trumbull Primary School, Grade 2
Margaret Luddy – Judson School, Grade 5
Marcus Witherspoon – Judson School, Grade 5
Julianna Rinaldi – Polk School, Grade 5
Gavin Butler – Polk School, Grade 5
2. The Board of Education wishes to recognize the Student Council Representative to the Board for school year 2008-2009.
Richard Mastroianni, Grade 12
D. Report from Student Council Representative – Richard Mastroianni
E. Public Participation
F. 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 –
8. PBC Representative – Richard Mazzamaro
9. Education Connection Representative – Janice Pond
G. Communications - Secretary
H. Minutes
1. Regular Board of Education Meeting – May 26, 2009
I. Superintendent's Recommendations and Report
1. Appointments – (Information Only – No Action Required)
a. Ms. Nicole Anglis to the position of Mathematics Teacher at Watertown High School, effective with the 2009-2010 school year, hired on Step 2, Bachelors Degree, at a contractual salary of $40,076.00.
b. Mr. Warren J. Campbell to the position of Computer Ed Teacher at Watertown High School, effective for the 2009-2010 school year, being hired on Step 7, Masters Degree, at a contractual salary of $53,677.00.
c. Ms. Mary Ann Donagher to the position of long-term substitute Art Teacher at Swift Middle School commencing Tuesday, May 26, 2009, through the end of the 2008-2009 school year, being paid the substitute teacher’s rate of $65.00 per day for the first ten days, and on the eleventh day, placed on the first step of the WEA’s contract of $38,815.00 prorated.
d. The following people have been appointed to positions in the 2009 Summer School Program at John Trumbull Primary School. The program is for 3 hours each day from Monday through Thursday and will run from July 1 through July 24, 2009: (15 days)
Special Ed Teachers – 45 hour program – salary $1,440.00
Annette Pietro
Layne Allison
Cindy Murphy
Regular Ed Teachers – 45 hour program – salary $1,440.00
Diane Gaulzetti
Janet Sweetland
Danielle O’Leary
Paraprofessionals – 45 hour program – hourly rate per contract
Yvonne Walsh
Colleen Ferrucci
Kathy Pilecki
Annamarie Davino
Dianne Bigham
Beverly Bouffard
Sharon Amos
Interns – 45 hour program – salary $427.50
Christopher DeLauretis
Alyson Hill
Kate Lafferty
Kimberli Davino
Brian Gaulzetti
Sara Shea
Occupational/Physical Therapist Services – salary $53/hour
Children’s Therapy Services – contracted as needed
School Nurse – 45 hour program – salary $1,440.00
Lynn Kelly
Secretary – stipend $500.00
Marilyn Ebreo
2. Three School Project Update
Administration will present an update on the three school project.
3. Infinite Campus Student Management System Update
A presentation of the Infinite Campus Student Management System and an update will be given by Thad Hasbrouck.
J. Report from the Chairman
K. Action Items – Adoption of Items to be Approved by Consent
1. Consideration of the Approval of the Use of School Facilities Policy – Second Reading
At its meeting on May 4, 2009, the Policy & Labor Committee reviewed the Use of School Facilities Policy and presented the policy to the Board for the first reading at its meeting on May 26, 2009. The policy is presented to the Board this evening for the second reading and for Board approval. (See Attachment A.)
It is recommended that the Board approve of the Use of School Facilities Policy effective for the 2009-2010 school year.
2. Consideration of the Approval of the Proposed New/Revised Textbooks for the 2009-2010 School Year, Including Additions and Deletions to the 2009 Suggested Summer Reading Books – Second Reading
In accordance with Section 10-229 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a list of textbooks was presented to the Board at its meeting on May 26, 2009 for the first reading to provide a minimum notification of one week of our intent to adopt said books for instructional use. The books will be proposed for approval at the next Board meeting. This list has been reviewed by all program leaders, administrators, and Central Office personnel. The Curriculum and Instruction Committee reviewed and endorsed these books and materials at its last meeting. The list of proposed New/Revised Textbooks is presented this evening for the second reading and for Board approval. (Please see Attachment B.)
It is recommended that the Board approve of the Proposed New Revised Textbooks for the 2009-2010 School Year, Including Additions and Deletions to the 2009 Suggested Summer Reading Books.
3. Consideration of the Approval of the Acceptance of Gifts
a. The Watertown Foundation wishes to donate $6,500.00 to Watertown High School to be used for band instruments.
b. The Connecticut Community Foundation wishes to donate a check in the amount of $5,000 to the Watertown Family Resource Center at John Trumbull Primary School.
It is recommended that the Board accept these generous gifts and letters of thanks to be sent to the donors.
4. Consideration of the Approval of Family Medical Leave of Absence
Ms. Donna Gagnon, teacher at Judson School, requests a Family Medical Leave of Absence commencing June 1, 2009, through the remainder of the 2008-2009 school year, with use of accumulated sick time and a medical doctor’s note to return.
It is recommended that the Board approve of a Family Medical Leave of Absence for Ms. Donna Gagnon, teacher at Judson School, commencing June 1, 2009, through the remainder of the 2008-2009 school year, with use of accumulated sick time and a medical doctor’s note to return.
5. Consideration of the Approval to Waive Board of Education Policy - Purchasing Regulations, Sec. 3-8 E (c)
It is recommended that the Board approve of waiving Board of Education Policy - Purchasing Regulations, Sec. 3-8 E (c) in order to extend the rubbish removal contract of Copes Rubbish Removal. (See Attachment C.)
6. Consideration of the Approval to Extend the Copes Rubbish Removal Contract through June 30, 2012.
It is recommended that the Board approve of extending the Copes Rubbish Removal Contract through June 30, 2012, at a no increase for the 2009-2010 school year and only a two percent increase for the two subsequent school years – 2010-11 and 2011-12. The Board would agree to adjustments to the current rates if tipping fees are increased by the Town or CRRA. Please see attached memo from Gary Miller, Interim Director of District Operations. (Attachment D.)
7. Consideration of the Approval of Furlough Day for WEA and WAA
It is recommended that the Board approve of April 16, 2010 as a furlough day for members of the WEA and the WAA. Schools will not be in session for students on this day.
8. Consideration of the Approval of Revised Calendar for School Year 2009-2010
It is recommended that the Board approve of the attached revised calendar for school year 2009-2010. (See Attachment E.)
The calendar reflects April 16, 2010 as a furlough day for members of the WEA & WAA. Schools will not be in session for students on this day. April 9, 2010 will be an all-day instruction day for students and staff.
L. Future Agenda Items and Board Members’ Comments
M. Public Participation
N. Executive Session
Personnel Matter - Superintendent’s Evaluation
O. Regular Session
P. Adjournment |