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Minutes are not official until approved by the Barre Town School Board
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
ADMINISTRATORS: Guests: Video Vision Technician, Kerri Lamb BOARD SECRETARY: Donna Holden 1. Call to Order The Chairperson, David Harrington, called the Wednesday, April 4, 2007, meeting to order at 6:05 p.m., which was held in the Barre Town Middle and Elementary School Library, 70 Websterville Road, Barre Town, VT. A flag salute followed. 2. Visitors and Communications
Mrs. Buzzell announced the book Steal Away was selected for the annual Greater Barre Book Read. Dr. Riggen recognized the accomplishment of Val Collins, who was selected as one of three finalists for an Excellence in Science Education award. Dr. Riggen noted BTMES has a long history of teacher recognitions and recipients of many such prestigious awards. 3. Consent Agenda
On a motion by Mrs. Buzzell seconded by Ms. Moore, the Board unanimously voted to approve the warrants and minutes of March 21, 2007, regular meeting, as submitted. 4. Board Action Items
On a motion by Ms. Moore seconded by Mr. Bond, the Board unanimously voted to approve the First Reading of Wellness/Nutrition & Fitness Policy (EF), as submitted.
No action needed.
On a motion by Mrs. Buzzell seconded by Ms. Moore, the Board unanimously voted to postpone action on the First Reading of Grants & Pilot Program Policy (CODE to be determined), until the May 2, 2007, meeting.
On a motion by Mr. Bond seconded by Mrs. Buzzell, the Board unanimously voted to postpone action on the First Reading of Volunteers and Community Service Providers Policy (IJOC), until the May 2, 2007, meeting.
On a motion by Ms. Moore seconded by Mr. Bond, the Board unanimously voted to postpone action on the First Reading of Student Interviews, Searches & Arrests (JIH), until the May 2, 2007, meeting.
No action needed. See 3/21/07, item 4-C.
On a motion by Mrs. Buzzell seconded by Ms. Moore, the Board unanimously voted to approve the FY ’08 grade five through eight art teacher contract for Malia Timmerman at $40,795. 5. Board Discussion Items
Mr. Harrington distributed a 3/29/07 letter from Town Manager, Carl Rogers, indicating the Town would not enact an ordinance to ban drinking at the athletic and recreation complex, however, would make other attempts to aid the Board in enforcing its policy. The Board discussed and agreed to add a large sign in the recreation complex area to include explicit language, pursuant to the appropriate sections of Title 16 that would advise that the athletic and recreation complex is part of the school’s property and that absolutely no alcohol, drugs, or tobacco is allowed on school property. Mr. Kirkland and Facility Committee will work with Mr. Harrington and Dr. Fagan to develop a sign plan.
Mr. Harrington shared his insight and opinions regarding proposed legislation that c/would impact the Board and its role in local education. He encouraged tax payers to become informed about potential changes in school funding, mandates, pending legislation, etc., and to contact their representatives with concerns.
The Board discussed and agreed to hold a full-day retreat at Ms. Moore’s home on June 27, 2007, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Mr. Harrington will work with Dr. Fagan to develop an agenda and Board members were asked to send recommendations for agenda items to him as timely as possible. The Board agreed that the budget, and its development, staffing report, program & instruction, interventions and implications of NECAP data were potential items for the agenda. 6. Old Business Items outstanding:
7. Regular Reports to the Board Written reports are typically provided in Board packets.
Dr. Fagan had nothing to add to her report.
All Committee meetings are held in the BTMES 2nd floor conference room. Approved minutes for each Committee can be viewed on the Website at www.BTMES.org.
8. Monthly Reports to the Board (2nd meeting of the month)
Mr. Harrington announced the next SU meeting is scheduled for April 12, 2007, at 5:30 p.m., at the SHS & BTC Campus Library. 9. Other Business None 10. Executive Session
At 8:30 p.m. motion by Mrs. Buzzell seconded by Ms. Moore, the Board unanimously voted to enter into executive session, pursuant to Title 1 §313, to discuss personnel and negotiation matters. Dr. Fagan was invited into executive session. At 9:20 p.m. the Board exited executive session. 11. Next Meeting Dates Future meetings are held at 6:00 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of the month, unless noted. The next Barre Town School Board meeting dates are: April 18, 2007 – 6:00 p.m. *** Cancelled
due to school vacation *** 12. Adjournment On a motion by Mrs. Buzzell seconded
by Ms. Moore, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn at 9:22 p.m.
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