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Agenda
WATERTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
Watertown High School
Technology Center
Monday, February 12, 2007 – 7:30 PM
A. Convene Regular Meeting - 7:30 PM
B. Salute to the Flag
C. Recognition
1.) The Board of Education would like to recognize Ms. Julie Henion, a senior at Watertown High School, winner of the Youth Innovation and Leadership Award for 2007 sponsored by the Connecticut Technology Council. Julie is an integral part of the Robotics team.
2.) The Board of Education would like to recognize two students from Judson School who are winners in the Reader’s Digest Word Challenge:
Ayame Whitfield – Grade 4
Paige Calabrese – Grade 5
3.) The Board of Education would like to recognize two students from Judson School who will be honored by the Connecticut Association of Schools in art and music:
Jillian Noseworthy – Grade 5 – Music
Jacquelyn Voghel – Grade 5 – Art
D. Public Participation
Report from Student Council Representative – Mr. William F. Zeman
Report from PTA/PTO Liaison – Ms. Kace Duplissie
E. Budget Summary – (Information Only – No Action Required)
F. Committee Reports:
1. Advertising Committee, Todd Griffin, Chair
2. Athletics Committee, Chris Lafferty, Chair
3. Budget Committee, Todd Griffin, Chair
4. Curriculum & Instruction Committee, Gina Calabrese, Chair
5. Facilities Committee, Rich Mazzamaro, Chair
6. Policy and Labor Committee, Mary Colangelo, Chair
7. Cablevision, Kevin Killeen
8. PBC Representative, Rich Mazzamaro
9. Education Connection Representative, Mary Dzioba
G. Communications - Secretary
H. Minutes
1. Regular Board of Education Meeting – January 22, 2007
I. Superintendent's Recommendations and Report
1. Appointments – (Information Only – No Action Required)
a. Ms. Sammi Brooks to the position of One to One Special Ed program paraprofessional, Category #1, at Judson School starting February 5, 2007 for 30.00 hours paid per week, at an hourly rate of $11.82.
b. Mr. Michael Simmons to the position of Lead Network Coordinator starting February 1, 2007 at a prorated annual salary of $56,059.00.
2. Three School Study Update – First Reading
At the Facilities Committee meeting on February 1, 2007, the Committee endorsed a three school study and presents it to the full Board tonight for the first reading. Administration and representatives from Kaestle Boos Associates, Inc. will present information on the three school study for the first reading.
3. Energy Education, Inc.
Administration and representatives from Energy Education, Inc. will present information on Energy Education for Board consideration.
4. Special Education Focused Monitoring
Ms. Betsy Hackett, Director of Special Services, will give a presentation on Special Education Focused Monitoring.
5. Superintendent’s Professional Goals 2006-2007
The Superintendent will update the Board on his Professional Goals for 2006-2007.
6. Student Artwork
The student artwork you see on display this evening was done by the following young artists:
Stephanie Nguyen, John Trumbull Primary School – Kindergarten
Clive Saunders, John Trumbull Primary School – Grade 1
Mason Hughes, John Trumbull Primary School – Grade 2
Jenna Reeser, Polk School – Grade 3
Alyssa Sloss, Judson School – Grade 4
Robert Ernst, Judson School – Grade 5
Trevor St. Onge, Heminway Park School – Grade 6
Hunter Guidess, Swift Middle School, Grade 7
Christine Lacaria, Swift Middle School, Grade 8
Katherine Runge, Watertown High School, Grade 11
Lauren Pandiscia, Watertown High School, Grade 12
Lauren Thompson, Watertown High School, Grade 12
Britnee Patruno, Watertown High School, Grade 10
J. Report from the Chairman
K. Action Items – Adoption of Items to be Approved by Consent
a. Consideration of the Approval of Additional Access for Facilitation of High School Afternoon Traffic -Second Reading
At the Board of Education meeting on January 22, 2007, Mr. William Zeman, Student Council Representative to the Board of Education, gave a presentation to the Board regarding additional access for facilitation of high school afternoon traffic for the first reading.
Additional Access for facilitation of high school afternoon traffic is presented this evening for the second reading and for Board approval. (See Attachment A.)
b. Consideration of the Approval of Acceptance of Gifts
1. Mr. Mark Zaccagnini, on behalf of ESPN, would like to donate 5 - SONY – 25” WEGA Flat Screen Televisions that are one year old to John Trumbull Primary School with a total net asset value of $1,600.00.
2. Mr. Mark Ney, on behalf of ABC Painting, would like to donate painting materials and labor for the gymnasium walls at Judson School with an estimated value of $800.00.
It is recommended that the Board accept these generous donations and letters of thanks to be sent to the donors.
c. Consideration of the Approval of Leaves of Absence
1. Ms. Diane Curci, English Teacher at Watertown High School, requests a childbearing leave of absence commencing approximately April 13, 2007 through the remainder of the 2006-2007 school year with use of accumulated sick time and then leave without pay.
It is recommended that the Board approve of a childbearing leave of absence for Ms. Diane Curci, English Teacher at Watertown High School, commencing approximately April 13, 2007 through the remainder of the 2006-2007 school year with use of accumulated sick time and then leave without pay and a medical doctor’s note to return.
2. Ms. Christine Govertsen, Special Education Teacher at Swift Middle School, requests a medical leave of absence commencing January 23, 2007 through February 13, 2007 with use of accumulated sick time.
It is recommended that the Board approve of a medical leave of absence for Ms. Christine Govertsen, Special Education Teacher at Swift Middle School, commencing January 23, 2007 through February 13, 2007 with use of accumulated sick time and a medical doctor’s note to return.
3. Ms. Jessica Sarandrea, Grade 5 Teacher at Polk School, requests a childbearing leave of absence, commencing approximately March 13, 2007 for six weeks, with use of accumulated sick time.
It is recommended that the Board approve of a childbearing leave of absence, commencing approximately March 13, 2007 for six weeks, with use of accumulated sick time and a medical doctor’s note to return.
d. Consideration of the Approval of Disposal of Obsolete Equipment
1. Mr. Thad Hasbrouck, Principal of Watertown High School, requests permission to dispose of approximately 30 old textbooks located in Room 126 at Watertown High School according to Board of Education policy. The textbooks are in bad condition, at least ten years old and are no longer being used.
It is recommended that the Board approve of the disposal of approximately 30 old textbooks according to Board of Education policy located in Room 126 at Watertown High School because the books are in bad condition, are at least ten years old and are no longer being used.
2. Mr. Thad Hasbrouck, Principal of Watertown High School, requests permission to dispose of a Universal Weight Set according to Board of Education policy, Serial #159, Model #77, located in the boys’ locker room at Watertown High School because it is in very poor condition, unsafe to use, and has no value.
It is recommended that the Board approve of the disposal of a Universal Weight Set according to Board of Education policy, Serial #159, Model #77, located in the boys’ locker room at Watertown High School because it is in very poor condition, unsafe to use, and has no value.
L. Future Agenda Items and Board Members’ Comments
M. Public Participation
N. Executive Session
Pending Litigation
O. Adjournment
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