MINUTES OF THE HINGHAM SCHOOL COMMITTEE
September 28, 2009
The meeting was called to order by Christine Smith at 7:40 p.m. at Plymouth River School.
Members Present: Christine Smith, Linda Hill, Barbara Cook, Caryl Falvey, Chrisanne Gregoire, Esther Healey, Steve Nagle.
Central Office Present: Ellen Keane, David Killory, Jean Curtis Loud.
Visitors Present: Laura Burns, Selectmen Chair, Doug Holley, Charles Cormier, Laura Donovan, Roger Boddie, Ellen McNulty, Brian Fiske, Raymond Estes, Mary Power, Bill Schrader, Carolyn Schrader, Elizabeth Rockoff, Dana Donnelly, Cynthia Galko, Andrew Shafter, Maryann Shafter, Irma Lauter.
On a motion by Linda Hill and seconded by Esther Healey,
It was
Voted: To approve the Minutes of the Regular Session of September 14, 2009, as amended.
On a motion by Chrisanne Gregoire and seconded by Steve Nagle,
It was
Voted: To approve the Minutes of the Executive Session of September 14, 2009, as amended.
On a motion by Chrisanne Gregoire and seconded by Steve Nagle,
It was
Voted: To approve the Minutes of the Executive Session of September 21, 2009.
Student Communications.
Brian Fiske reported on the following: Beginning of school, recent death of Hingham resident, Matt Healey, boys’ soccer, girls’ soccer and volleyball, cross country, field hockey, football, Homecoming game and dance, Lip Sync Contest October 22nd, HHS summer community read, President Obama’s book “Dreams of my Father”, Sweeney Todd musical and senior college applications. The Committee thanked Brian for his reports and members asked questions.
Communications.
The Committee heard a report from Plymouth River School. Chuck Cormier, Principal, reported on Grade 4 Cape Cod trip, reduction of student enrollment and positive impact on school climate, bus arrivals and dismissals, PRS renovations and improvements including renovation of the cafeteria, a list of completed building projects and plans for PRS library. Chuck led the School Committee on a short tour of renovated and improved spaces.
Questions and Comments.
Andy Shafter asked a question about “refreshing” the MSBA SOI for the middle school and suggested an alternate solution and plan.
New Business.
On a motion by Chrisanne Gregoire and seconded by Linda Hill,
It was
Voted: To approve the 2009-2010 agreement with cafeteria personnel, as recommended by the Salary & Negotiations Subcommittee. Selectmen Chair, Laura Burns, was present for the vote.
The Committee discussed the School Budget Guidelines for FY ’11. David Killory reviewed the proposed FY ’11 Budget Guiding Principles. Committee members asked questions and made suggestions for revisions for the last bulleted item.
On a motion by Steve Nagle and seconded by Linda Hill,
It was
Voted: To approve the School Budget Guidelines for FY ’11, as amended.
On a motion by Linda Hill and seconded by Esther Healey,
It was
Voted: To approve the FY ’11 school budget calendar, as amended.
The Committee continued discussion about exploration of the feasibility of a fee-based full day kindergarten model for future implementation. Ellen Keane reviewed the discussion at the September 14 School Committee meeting about the feasibility of a fee based full day kindergarten model and plans for continued discussion, with direction to School Committee at the October 13 School Committee meeting. Committee members asked questions and made comments. Audience members made comments and asked questions.
The Committee received the proposed Administrator Goals for 2009-2010. Committee members asked questions and made comments.
The Committee received the fall coaching assignments, as recommended.
The Committee received notification of the resignation of Steve Ennis, a custodian at South School, effective September 29, 2009.
The Committee received notification of the resignation of Kristin Smeriglio, a para educator at Foster School, effective September 1, 2009.
The Committee received notification of appointments, as follows: Carolyn Bixby, Title I tutor, Foster; Catherine Boyle, para, East; Kathleen Collins, para, East; Patricia Czajak, para, East; Susan Doherty, para, East; Nicole Fasoli, para, East; Melissa Goldman,, para, Foster; Suzanne Gunderson, para, East; Tonia Hnatkovich, para, East; Alyce Jordan, para, East; Lynda Kornack, para, East; Pamela Larson/ reading tutor, HMS; Susan Marani, para, HMS; Paulina McDonald, para, East; Nancy Morris, literacy tutor, East; Denamarie O’Donnell, para, East; Mary Ann Pessa, para, Easte; Eleanore Roell, para, East;
Renee Rudolph, para, East; Martha Ryan, accounting assistant; Mary Smith, para HMS; Christine Swanson, tutor, Foster; Amy Thompson, para, East; Eleanor Waal, para, East.
The Committee received information regarding the field trip of Family Consumer Science Dept. Fashion Flair/Interior Design class to the FIT Museum, Parson’s School of Design, New York City, November 13, 2009.
Subcommittee Reports.
Long Range Planning – Chris Gregoire reported that the Long Range Planning Subcommittee would work on middle school short-term space issues.
School Building – Steve Nagle noted a meeting on Tuesday, October 6th.
Salary & Negotiations – Linda Hill noted scheduled meetings.
Recycling/Green – David Killory noted an October meeting.
Community Outreach Committee – Meeting September 25, 2009
Superintendent’s Report.
1. HHS recognized by U.S. Department of Education as Blue Ribbon School.
2. E-mail from Cohasset parent re. commending Al Blaisdell, athletic trainer.
3. Action steps for Parents to Protect Your Child and Family During the 2009-2010 Flu Season.
On a motion by Esther Healey and seconded by Steve Nagle,
It was
Voted: To adjourn the School Committee meeting at 10:20 p.m.
Barbara Cook
Secretary
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