Deer Isle-Stonington CSD #13 School Committee
Meeting Minutes
Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School
Tuesday, June 6, 2006 at 6:30 P.M.
Board Members Present:
Walter Kumiega, James Adams,
Aimee Eaton, Skip Greenlaw and Mark Cormier (6:47)
Board Members Absent: Joseph
Babbitt
Staff Present: Bruce
Ives, Penny Wendell, Catherine Ring, Jane OÕConnor, Tasha Conary- Brown, Nelson
Monteith, Judy Rhodes, Linda Weed, Julie Davis, Kendall McGuffie, Christine
de Gozzaldi, Jessica Gillen, Dawn Robbins, Karen Billings, Kim Larsen, Sue
Steed, Darleen Allen, Lucy Astbury, Amy Billings, Arlene Roberts, Jane Greenlaw
Guests: David
Walsh, Linda Nelson, Jennifer Hagerthy, Chrystal Kenzia, Emily Muller, Mary
Offut, Don Sargent
1)
Call to Order and Declaration of a Quorum:
Chair
Kumiega called the meeting to order and declared a quorum at 6:35 P.M.
2)
Moment of Silence:
A
moment of silence was observed.
3)
Citizen Comments:
Skip Greenlaw commented that Governor Baldacci will be visiting the Island on June 14. Greenlaw is hoping that either the Superintendent or Board Chair will make a statement on the impact of the StateÕs current policies on education.
4)
Approval of the Agenda:
Addition of Action Item I. Employee Recognition Grants.
Deletion of Action Item C. Action
Item B. moved to after the reports. Discussion Item E. moved to after Action Items. Motion by Hunt, second by Greenlaw to
approve agenda as amended. Vote:
4/Y, 0/N.
5)
Approval of the minutes of the May 2, 10 and 25,
2006 meetings.
Motion by Hunt, second by Greenlaw to approve
the minutes of the May 2, 10 and 25, 2006 meetings. Vote: 4/Y, 0/N.
REPORTS
A. Reach
Performing Arts Center Director Report
Nelson
Monteith distributed a list of activities and performances which had occurred
during the past year at the Reach. There
will be a gala performance on July 27 and 28 to celebrate the 5th
anniversary. This also
is a thank you for the supporters of the Reach who often are not here during
the winter months. Linda Nelson,
chair of the Reach advisory group, commented that the advisory group has completed
a standard operating procedure for bookkeeping and record keeping. They also have revised the bylaws and
other procedures. Aimee Hunt,
on behalf of the school committee, thanked Monteith and the advisory board
members for all their hard work. Skip
Greenlaw commented that he would like more dialogue between the advisory group
and the school board.
B. Elementary School Principal Report
Catherine
Ring distributed a written report and highlighted:
á
Sharon McGuffie will receive the Employee Recognition
Award.
á
The teacher will be distributing information
on the summer reading program in the studentsÕ report cards.
á
Summer school is not cancelled.
At present there are 10 students enrolled.
á
She highlighted the integrated performance
coordinated by Torrie Robbins.
á
The 8th Grade promotion will be
Friday, June 9th at 1:00 p.m.
C. High School Principal Report
Penny
Wendell distributed a written report and highlighted:
á
This has been a month of gifts.
The school has received four pieces of art by Emily Muir and a bequest
for the scholarship fund from Mary Nyburg.
á
The SATÕs scores have been received.
They ranged from the 200Õs to 800Õs as expected by the guidance personnel. The State is now proposing giving the
PSAT test to all 10th graders.
á
She explained the summer reading program.
The English teachers met with the students they will have for next
year. The library will be open two mornings
per week to allow student access to books.
á
A protocol for receiving tuition students will
be implemented next year. The sending school will be contacted for the studentÕs academic
and behavioral record. If there
are problems in either area, the student will be admitted under a probationary
status. The administrators will
meet with the student and parents and explain the academic and behavior expectations
for the student. Hopefully, with this new protocol the staff will not feel so
overwhelmed by the problem students.
á
Student representatives from Grades 9, 10 and
11 met and reported on concerns and made suggestions about the school.
They discussed ways they could help identify problem areas.
D. Assistant Superintendent
Bruce Ives reported:
á
The three-year inspection for asbestos has
been completed. Everything is fine.
á
The Union meeting for June 14 has been cancelled.
á
We have received Sean PhelanÕs resignation.
He has taken a job at GSA. Melissa
Madigan has also submitted her resignation.
á
At the Union-wide K-8 workshop in Brooklin
the staff scored writing prompts, Becky Turner gave a presentation of the
Smart Board and Melissa Madigan gave a presentation on Map Questing.
The afternoon presenter was very disappointing.
8) ACTION ITEMS (taken out of order)
B. Personnel Nominations
1. High School Science Teacher
Bruce Ives
nominated Carlton Simmons for this position. Mr. Simmons has a background as an electrical engineer. Penny Wendell reported that there were
three interviewees. Mr. Simmons
came from Indianapolis and taught one of the more difficult classes. Motion by Greenlaw, second by Hunt
to approve Carlton Simmons as the High School Science Teacher. Vote: 5/Y, 0/N.
2. K-12 Music Teacher
Bruce Ives
nominated Christel Kendzia. Ms.
Kendzia is a new graduate. Motion
by Greenlaw, second by Hunt to approve Christel Kendzia as the K-12 Music
Teacher. Vote: 5/Y, 0/N.
3. Grade Four Teachers
Bruce Ives
nominated Emily Mueller as a Grade 4 teacher. Ms. Mueller has a masters degree in teaching. Motion by Greenlaw, second by Hunt to
approve Emily Mueller has a Grade 4 teacher. Vote: 5/Y, 0/N.
Bruce Ives nominated Jennifer Hagerthy as a Grade 4 teacher.
Ms. Hagerthy is from Deer Isle and is a recent graduate of Husson College. She also student taught with Judy Rhodes. Motion by Greenlaw, second by Hunt
to approve Jennifer Hagerthy as a Grade 4 teacher. Vote: 5/Y, 0/N.
4. Interim Reach Auditorium Director
Bruce Ives nominated Mark Stevenson who is from Woodbridge,
Virginia. Mr. Stevenson has a
wonderful background in the performing arts. Motion by Greenlaw, second by Hunt
to approve Mark Stevenson has the Interim Reach Auditorium Director. Vote: 5/Y, 0/N.
5. Part-time Occupational Therapist
Bruce Ives nominated Donna Foster as the part-time occupational
therapist. This is a .6 position.
Motion by Greenlaw, second by Hunt to approve Donna Foster as the
part-time occupational therapist. Vote: 5/Y, 0/N.
7. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. High School English/Language Arts Curriculum
Kim Larsen
reported that there are two English teachers at the high school. They have 80 minutes classes.
Ms. Larsen reviewed how the Learning Results
are addressed. She reported that
grammar is incorporated throughout the curriculum. She also stressed that all other subject areas should practice
good grammar. She reviewed the
different areas of English (i.e. world literature, American literature, British
literature, contemporary literature) for the different grades.
B. 2006-07 School Calendar
Kendall
McGuffie indicated that the teachers would like the Board to reconsider the
2006-07 school calendar. He
feels that school should begin before Labor Day and should get out earlier
in the year. The reasoning behind
this is that the students are much more eager to learn at the beginning of
the year than at the end. Another
possible way of changing the calendar would be to put the workshops together
at the beginning and end of the school year.
Lucy Astbury stated that she felt it was easier for the younger students
to transition into school if they had a 3 day week, then a 4 day week before
having a 5 day week. Discussion
held on how decision was on calendar was reached. Discussion also held on timing of workshop days. This will be an action item on next monthÕs
agenda.
C. School Budget and High School Renovation
Referenda
Aimee
Hunt commented that there are several different ballots for this election. Penny Wendell requested that the Superintendent
or the Board Chair explain how to vote on the continuing the budget referendum
process. Discussion held on referenda.
D. TABOR Referendum in November
Discussion held on taxpayer bill of rights. Aimee Hunt commented that Maine Municipal
Association has information on TABOR on its website. Skip Greenlaw commented that Colorado
has tried this and it has not worked.
8. ACTION ITEMS
A.
2006-07 Co-Curricular Nominations
Bruce Ives
indicated that Robert Webster has included a list of the co-curricular nominations
in his notes. Motion by Hunt,
second by Greenlaw to approve the co-curricular nominations as follows:
Vote: 5/Y, 0/N.
Elementary School
Coach/Advisor
Sport or Activity
Stipend/Rate Per Hour
April Gross
Elem. Athletic Director
$5,200
Joe Babbitt
Soccer A-Team
$7.00 p/h ($1,650)
Gail Babbitt
Soccer B-Team
$7.00 p/h ($1,650)
Dana McGraw
Girls A-Basketball
$2,150
Tony Bray
Boys A-Basketball
$7.00 p/h ($2,150)
Ed Mills
Boys B-Basketball
$7.00 p/h ($1,250)
Kim Siebert/Miranda Billings JH Cheerleading
$7.00 p/h ($1,350 Ö 2)
Mark Woida
JH Chess
$1,350
Susan Guilford
DISES Yearbook
$1.025
Joe Babbitt
Odyssey of Mind Coach
$7.00 p/h ($650)
Gail Babbitt
Odyssey of Mind Coach
$7.00 p/h ($650)
Dana Webb
JH Golf
$7.00 p/h ($1,200)
High School
Coach/Advisor
Matt Larsen
HS Athletic Director
$8,700
Glenn Billings
Varsity Boys Basketball
$7.00 p/h ($3,450)
Terry Siebert
Varsity Girls Basketball
$3,450
Keith Hoover
Math Team
$1,350
Christel Kendzia
Jazz/Pep Band
$1,950
Kristen Eberdt
Varsity Tennis
$7.00 p/h ($1,450)
Kim Larsen
Peer Support Advisor
$850
Liz Small
HS Yearbook
$2,500
Dennis Saindon
ACES Club
$650
Greg Aldrich
Varsity Golf
$7.00 p/h ($1,450)
Seth Laplant
Varisty Boys Soccer
$2,450
Darren Eaton
J.V. Boys Basketball
$7.00 p/h ($2,850)
Keith Hoover
Assistant Varsity Softball
$850
Terry Siebert
Varsity Softball
$2,650
Darren Eaton
Varsity Baseball
$7.00 p/h ($2,650)
Scott Siele
Assistant Varsity Baseball $7.00
p/h ($850)
Katy Helman, Gil Lacroix
Dennis Saindon & Carl Simmons Senior Class Advisors
$250 each
Unknown/Possible Vacancies
JV Girls Basketball
Varsity Girls Soccer
JH Girls B Basketball
JH Baseball
JH Softball
Elementary Chess
HS Chess
C. 2006-07 Probationary Teacher Contract
Item
was removed from agenda.
D. Summer Program Staffing
Bruce
Ives nominated the following for the summer program staffing:
Donna
Foster
Occupational Therapist
$60.00 p/h
Priscilla
Heslin Clinical Counselor
$38.00
Susan
Steed
Speech Therapist
$40.00
Dorothy
Conte
Teacher
$39.00
Dianne
Rizzo
Teacher
$34.00
Amy
Billings
Ed. Tech.
$15.00
Jack
Harrington
Tutor
$15.00
Jennifer
Hagerthy
Teacher
$21.00
Catherine
Ring explained that there are 10 students signed up for the summer school. Jennifer Hagerthy is the only regular
education summer school teacher. The
remainder of the nominees are for special education. Motion by Greenlaw, second by Hunt to accept the nominations. Vote: 5/Y, 0/N.
E. July School Committee Meeting Date
Bruce
Ives noted that the next regular meeting date is on Independence Day. The Superintendent would suggest holding
the meeting on July 5th. Aimee Hunt indicated she would prefer Thursday. Consensus that the Superintendent should
check with everyone and set the date for either the 5th or the
6th. Motion
by Greenlaw, second by Hunt to approve the change in meeting date. Vote: 5/Y, 0/N.
F. Reach Performing Arts Center Technical
Assistant Stipend
Bruce Ives recommended
a $850 stipend of Sue Steed for her work as the technical assistant for 05-06. Aimee Hunt indicated that this has already
been approved.
G. Summer Mowing Contract
Bruce Ives indicated that
Terry Siebert submitted the only bid. His bid is $3,500. He
will use his own equipment and supply his own fuel. Motion by Hunt, second by Greenlaw
to approve the bid of $3,500 by Terry Siebert. Vote: 5/Y, 0/N.
H. New or Revised Policies
1. Reach Performing Arts Center Director
Job Description Policy 9.18
Add ÒbeÓ to 1.B. The Director
shall be responsible for: Motion by Adams, second by Hunt to approve the policy.
Vote: 5/Y, 0/N.
I. Employee Recognition Grants
Bruce Ives recommended that Sharon McGuffie and Kathy
Ryan received the Employee recognition grants of $1,000 each. Motion by Greenlaw, second by Hunt
to accept the recommendation. Vote:
5/Y, 0/N.
7. DISCUSSION ITEM
E. New or Revised Policies
1. Reach Performing Arts Center Use Policy
6.01A
No changes
made to the policy. Policy is
ready for Action at the next meeting.
2. High School Completion Policy 3.20
No changes made to the policy.
3. Student Aspirations Policy 3.21
No changes made to the policy.
4. Vocational Education Policy 4.15
No changes made to the policy. Aimee Hunt questioned if the school includes
the policy when informing the students and parents of the vocational opportunities.
5. Student Transportation Policy 6.03
Discussion on maintaining turn arounds. Policy is ready for a second reading at
the next meeting.
6. Volunteer and After School Activities
Coordinator Job Description Policy 9.20
Delete: Reports
to: Assistant Superintendent
and Principal. Other minor
changes were suggested. Aimee Hunt suggested that the volunteer coordinator prepare
Òprep packetsÓ of information to give to the volunteers. The policy is ready for second reading
at the next meeting.
9. COMMUNICATIONS
Jim Adams expressed concern about the turnover in custodial
staff.
10. Adjournment
Motion
by Greenlaw, second by Hunt to adjourn at 8:40 p.m. Vote: 5/Y, 0/N.
Respectfully submitted,
JoAnna Haskell
Administrative Assistant