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Members Present: Laura Auger, Deborah Clukey, Brad Coburn, Larry Davis, Patricia Davis, Melissa Douglass, Ralph Eastman, Pam Goulette, Patricia Izbicki, Anita Kain, Donna Littlefield, Lorna Marshall, Susan McAvoy, George Nuite, Geraldine Rizzitello, Thomas Ronco, Michelle Ward and Phyllis Watson
Members Absent: none
Also Present: Greg Bellemare, Kevin Jordan, Sara Alberts, Crystal Priest and Matthew Oliver.
Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by Larry Davis at 7:53 P.M.
Approval of Minutes: A motion was made by Phyllis Watson and seconded by Geraldine Rizzitello that the minutes of the May 13, 2003 meeting be approved.
Vote: Yes ~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
Public Forum: William Hume spoke on the ATM
Educational Reports: none
1. Adjustments to Agenda:
A motion was made by Patricia Davis and seconded by Brad Coburn to make the following adjustments:
Amend Item #3 - Resignations to include Keith Batchelder (Bus Mechanic)
Amend Item #5 – Change Joseph Gallant to PCMS Girls “A’ Basketball Coach
Add – Joseph Gallant – PCMS Girls Intramural Soccer Coach
Amend Item #9 – Add for “First Reading” (ID to IJJ-E)
Vote: Yes ~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
2. Assessments:
A motion was made by Geraldine Rizzitello and seconded by Patricia Davis that the Board of Directors approves the assessments to the member communities of SAD #4 for operational costs, debt service and adult education as presented.
Vote: Yes ~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
3. Resignations:
A motion was made by Pam Goulette and seconded by Ralph Eastman that the Board of Directors accepts the resignations of the following:
*Meredith Perkins (Special Education Teacher)
*Judith Collier (Elementary Art)
*Ronald Martell (PCMS – “B” Team Soccer)
*Rick Klein (PCHS Golf Coach)
*Debra Pellegrino (Ed Tech IA)
*Keith Batchelder (Bus Mechanic)
Vote: Yes ~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
4. Reorganization of Food Service Program:
A motion was made by Pamela Goulette and seconded by Phyllis Watson that the Board of Directors reorganize the food service program due to enrollment shifts and meals served.
Eliminate the Lunch Cashier (PCMS) currently 1 ˝ hours per day
Increase hours for Tina Gilbert (PCMS) by ˝ hour per day
Increase hours for Chris Haywood (PCMS) by 1 hour per day
Decrease hours for Trudy Tyler (PCHS) by 1 hour per day
Decrease hours for Lucille Wright (PCHS) by ˝ hour per day
Vote: Yes ~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
5. Recommendation to Employ:
A motion was made by Geraldine Rizzitello and seconded by Patricia Davis that the Board of Directors accepts the following recommendations to employ for the 2003-2004 school year (one year contract).
· Peter Nelson – PCHS Boys Soccer Coach
· Gary Sinclair – PCHS Girls Soccer Coach
· Trisha Moulton – PCHS Girls Field Hockey Coach
· Jill Taylor – PCHS Cross Country Coach
· Joseph Gallant – PCMS Track Coach
· Joseph Gallant – PCMS Girls “A” Basketball Coach
· Joseph Gallant – PCMS Fall Intramurals
· Tom Cyr – PCMS Boys Soccer Coach
· Erin Smith – PCMS Girls Field Hockey Coach
· Coralyn Todd – PCMS Girls Assistant Field Hockey Coach
Vote: Yes ~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
6. Re-assignment/Transfer:
A motion was made by Ralph Eastman and seconded by Pam Goulette that the Board of Directors transfer Vicki McKenney (Ed. Tech IA) to the McKusick Elementary School.
Vote: Yes ~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
7. Nomination:
A motion was made by Patricia Davis and seconded by Geraldine Rizzitello that the Board of Directors approves the nomination of Susan Watson as Elementary Special Education Teacher.
Vote: Yes ~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
8. Extension of PCMS Principal’s Contract:
A motion was made by Patricia Davis and seconded by Ralph Eastman that the Board of Directors extends the PCMS Principal’s Contract until 2005
Vote: Yes ~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
9. Policy Development:
A motion was made by Pam Goulette and seconded by Lorna Marshall that the Board of Directors approves the first reading of the policies associated with sections G, H and sections ID to IJJ-E of the revised SAD #4 Policy Book and gives final approval to adopt policies associated with sections E and F.
Vote: Yes~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
10. Resolution to Endorse Continued Regionalization Discussions: “The MSAD #4 Board of Directors resolves to continue active participation in regional discussions with area school districts regarding the potential for improved programs and efficiencies through the creation of a regional high school.”
A motion was made by Geraldine Rizzitello and seconded by Pam Goulette to amend the resolution to read: “The MSAD #4 Board of Directors resolves to continue active participation in regional discussions with area school districts regarding the potential for improved programs and efficiencies through the creation of a regional programs.”
Vote: Yes~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
A motion was made by Geraldine Rizzitello and seconded by Pam Goulette that the Board of Directors accepts the amended resolution.
Vote: Yes~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
11. Committee Reports:
Budget Committee – Larry Davis (chair)
Mr. Davis thanked everyone for their commitment/work on the budget committee.
Policy Committee – Deborah Clukey
Updated the Board on the policy book review process
12. Administrative Report:
Greg Bellemare (PCMS Principal) reported on the following:
· Reported on increased MEA scores in Reading and Writing
Kevin Jordan (PCHS Assistant-Principal) discussed the following:
· Prom (135 students attended) went very well.
· There was a great close to the end of the year.
· Commented on the quality of the new sound system.
· $52,000 in local money went to Grade 12 scholarships.
· Commended the staff for their great efforts/commitment for their work with new initiative.
· Stephanie Taylor (15 year old 9th grade student) won 3rd place in the high hurdles at the state meet.
· Math & Science Assessment work will be occurring in June.
Sara Alberts (Elementary Principal/Special Services Director:
· Discussed end of year activities.
· Thanked H.U.G.S. group for their wonderful contributions throughout the year.
· Praised staff for their excellent work ethic throughout the year.
· There will be eleven retentions in the lower elementary grades.
Crystal Priest (Technology Coordinator):
· Jay Marden is now a certified Apple repair person and works in conjunction with the students. This is a great collaboration and has proven very exciting for students.
· District technology plan is finished and will be posted on the district web site.
13. Chairperson's Report: Chairman Davis thanked Matthew Oliver for all the hard work and for his dedication to the district. The Board presented Matthew with a cake and gifts from the Board.
14. Superintendent's Report: Superintendent Oliver thanked everyone for their team efforts and stated that he had enjoyed working with everyone.
15. Superintendent’s Search Committee:
A motion was made by Geraldine Rizzitello and seconded by Phyllis Watson that the Board of Directors goes into executive session for the purpose of discussing the Superintendent Search.
Vote: Yes ~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
Time In: 8:59 Time Out: 9:32
No action taken
16. Adjournment:
Motion made by Anita Kain and seconded by Lorna Marshall to adjourn the meeting at 9:35 p.m.
Vote: Yes ~ 18 No ~ 0 Ab. ~ 0
Respectfully Submitted,
Matthew Oliver
Superintendent of Schools
SAD #4