MSAD #28
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

School Board Norms

• Start and end on time
• Stay focused on goals and don’t take on too much
• Make decisions that are in the best interest of students, with fiscal responsibility in mind
• Be reflective and collaborative, using comprehensive and written information that is received in a timely manner
• Create an environment that allows administrators to do their jobs effectively
• Maintain humor and have fun
• When we leave a meeting, know the next step and who is doing it
• Be prepared and take responsibility for expressing opinions during discussions
• No surprises to catch individuals off guard or unprepared.
  
  Present
  Tori Manzi
  Eliza Haselton
  Lynda Chilton
  Gretchen Richards
  Marcia Dietrich arrived
  John Lewis
  
  Absent
  Matt Dailey
  Bill Hibbard
  
  Also Present
  Elaine Nutter
  Maria Libby
  Cathy Murphy
  Theresa Lash
  Thom Ingraham
  Susan Boivin
  Colin Sutch
  Judy Gove
  Katie Bauer
  Sam Zwecker
  Beth York
  Bob Calderwood
  
  MINUTES
  
  1. Call to Order.
     The meeting was called to order at 7 PM by Vice Chair, Eliza Haselton.
  2. Pledge of Allegiance.
     Eliza asked everyone to stand for the pledge of allegiance. 
  3. Adjustments to the Agenda (if necessary)
     Eliza reported that agenda item, Technology Report, would be moved up under DCMS/CRMS Exchange on the Agenda.
  4. Public Comment
     None noted.
  5. Recognition
     None noted.
  6. Notification of Resignations
     Elaine reported that Sandy Bailey submitted her letter of resignation. 
     Elaine also reported that Theresa Lash, Principal submitted her letter of resignation effective the end of this school year.
  7. Food Service Update, Susan Boivin
     Susan Boivin gave an update on the food service programs at both schools. She noted that she has a great staff and that there has been a modification to the lunch lines at each school and it is working very well.  Susan and her food service managers at CRES and CRMS attended Smarter Lunchrooms training.  She also reported that she wrote a grant last year for CRMS and received $5,000.  She also noted guest chefs have come to the middle school. 
  8. Khan Academy Presentation - Beth York & Sam Zwecker
     Sam Zwecker gave a presentation on Khan Academy, a not-for-profit website that ties in with the common core standards and offers students, teachers and parents access to materials and resources free of charge.  Sam reported that he spent the summer studying this program and has begun to use it with his 7th grade students and has seen good results.  Student have access to content, videos, assessments and the teachers or parents can monitor their challenges and/or progress.  Beth York also spoke in favor or using this program as a compliment to instruction. 
  9. DCMS/CRMS Exchange - Katie Bauer
     Katie Bauer reported on her proposal to build an exchange program between Deep Creek Middle School in South Eleuthera and Camden Rockport Middle School for upcoming 8th graders during February Break 2015.  The purpose is to broaden student understanding, both academic and cultural, of their role in their local ecosystems and community. Katie outlined her proposal and discussion ensued.
     
     Upon motion by Tori Manzi and second by Marcia Dietrich the board approved this exchange for 1 year and with 3 students receiving scholarships and transportation to and from the Portland Jetport will be contingent upon Bisbee funds available as this cost can not be part of the 2014-2015 budget request.
     Vote: 6 - 0
     
     Cathy Murphy also suggested developing guidelines/protocols to be drawn up for teachers trip planning.
  10. Technology Report
      Colin Sutch reported on the one-to-one initiative being complete at CRMS with iPads for students.  Teachers is K-8 all have MacBook Airs or iPad Minis. The laptops from last year were purchased from the 7th and 8th graders and are being used for the 5th and 6th graders at school.  There have also been staff trainings with the technology group. 
  11. Action Items
      
      
      Minutes
      
      
      Accept the minutes of the December 3, 2013 Special Joint Meeting and the December 11, 2013 regular meeting.
      
      
      
      Upon motion by Eliza Haselton and second by John Lewis, the board approved the minutes as presented. 
      
      
      Vote: 6 - 0
      
      
      
      Nominations
      
      Stipend
      
      8th Grade Baseball Coach, Dana Fisher  26 pts. +0% + $1,746.94
      
      
      
      Upon motion by Eliza Haselton and second by Tori Manzi the board approved the stipend as presented. 
      
      
      Vote: 6-0
      • NCLB Report - Maria Libby
        Maria reported that all NCLB and Title reports have been accepted. She also reported that she expects that omissions in our reporting will come up during the upcoming extensive review process.  She also noted that we expect to be out of compliance with some of the regulations, but are making an effort to tighten our process.  We will send out compliance documentation in March and the state will do a site visit in early April as part of this review process.     
      • School Board Chair's Report
        None noted.
      • Superintendent's Report - Elaine Nutter
        Elaine reported that her report was included in board packs and that she will be attending the Winter Convocation for Superintendents in Portland tomorrow and Friday with Commissioner Rier.
      • Principals' Reports
        Thom Ingraham's report was included in board packs and Theresa Lash passed out her report.
      • Administrative Reports
        Judy Gove, Special Ed Director, reported that she is offering a 3 part workshop opportunity with Jed Schwalm on Proactive Stategies Working with students with challenging behaviors for K-12 Teachers and Ed Techs. 
      • New Business
        None noted.
      • Committee Reports
        • Curriculum
          Eliza reported that they had met and were bringing 2 proposals to the board.
             Math Club Proposal
             JumpStart Program Approval
          
          Upon motion by Eliza Haselton and second by Tori Manzi, the board approved the above proposals as presented. 
          Vote: 6 - 0
          
        • Facilities
          Elaine reported that the buildling planning committee has met with Oakpoint and they presented 3 different scenarios which will be presented at the Public Forum on 1/29/14 at the middle school between 6-8 PM.
        • Finance
          John Lewis reported that they had met just prior to the board meeting and reviewed the class size policy and cost comparison for Ops & Maintenane for both schools with other districts.
        • Personnel
          Elaine reported that they had met last Friday regarding principal search.
        • Policy
          Second Reading
          IL – Evaluation of Instructional Programs
          
          Upon motion by Marcia Dietrich and second by John Lewis, the board approved the policy as presented.
          Vote: 6 - 0
          
        • Public Information
          Will meet next Friday at 7:30 AM at the Camden Deli.
        • Stipend
          Meeting is set for 1/29/14.
        • Five Town Advisory Committee
          Will meet next week.
          
        18.  Communications
                None noted. 
        
        19.   Future Agenda Items
        None noted. 
        
        Upon motion by John Lewis and second by Eliza Haselton, the board adjourned and enntered into Executive Session at 9:14 PM. 
        
        20.  Executive Session to discuss Megunticook Bus Drivers/Custodians/Food Service Association/MEA/NEA contract negotiations – M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(D)
        
        In: 9:16 PM
        Out: 9:45 PM
        
        No action taken. 
        
        21.  Adjournment
        The meeting adjourned at 9:45 PM.