WILLINGTON BOARD OF EDUCATION
June 10, 2003
Minutes
I. Call To Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by E. D’Agata, Chair.
Present: Board members: E. D’Agata, K. Fisherkeller, D. Tulis and K. Cushman.
Also Present: C. Berglund, B. Lysik, D. Harding, A. Jones, J. Panicek, staff.
Absent: H. Arico, S. Bourbeau, D. Radell
II. Communications
Film Festival June 12, 2003
III. Present to Speak No one
IV. Presentation
Phil Stevens, Dianne Goodale and Len Gerardi previewed the physical education programs at Hall and Center Schools and discussed future goals. Questions from the board were answered by the teachers.
V. Consent Agenda
Motion #1 K. Fisherkeller moved: to approve the consent agenda:
D. Radell 2nd ? to approve the minutes of the 5/13/03 regular meeting;
Aye: All ? to approve payment of bills,
? to approve inter-account transfers.
Motion Carried
The board recessed for refreshments to acknowledge Ann Jones’ last official board meeting and thank her, to introduce J. Panicek, and to thank the physical education teachers for their presentation.
VI. Superintendent Reports
C. State Department Enrollment Projection - Dr. Berglund discussed enrollment from kindergarten registration and the State Department of Education projection.
VII. A. Policy Review – Second Reading
B. Policy – Title 1 Parent Involvement – First Reading
Second and First Reading of policies were done. The policy revision will be distributed at the July board meeting.
C. Summer Meeting Schedule
The August meeting will be changed to August 19 from August 12.
D. 2002-03 Budget
The status of the budget was discussed. Two requests were made by staff:
- complete the security system at Hall School; and
- purchase a wireless mobile lab for Center School Lexia instruction.
Motion #2 K. Fisherkeller moved: to use $11,300 of unencumbered funds to complete D.Radell 2nd The keyless card entry at Hall School and up to
Aye - All $32,000 for purchase of a wireless mobile lab at
Center School.
Motion Carried
VIII. New Business:
A. Approve continuation application of Primary Mental Health Sliver Grant.
Motion #3 K. Cushman moved: to approve the continuation application of the D. Radell 2nd Primary Mental Health Sliver Grant.
Aye – All
Motion Carried
B. Approve continuation of SACCNE after school program for 2003-2004.
Motion #4 K. Fisherkeller moved: to approve continuation of SACCNE after school K. Cushman 2nd program for 2003-04.
Aye - All
Motion Carried
C. Accept superintendent secretary resignation for retirement.
Motion #5 K. Cushman moved: to regretfully accept the resignation for retirement of D. Radell 2nd C. Upton.
Aye - All
Motion Carried
D. Accept board clerk resignation.
Motion #6 K. Cushman moved: to accept the resignation of Ann Brndiar with regret D. Radell 2nd and best wishes for the future.
Aye - All
Motion Carried
IX. Committee Reports:
Curriculum Committee will meet on Monday, July 28, 4 p.m.
Facilities – D. Radell reported on the progress of the new sheds and renovation at Hall School.
Policy – K. Fisherkeller reported that the committee has completed its task.
Finance – Committee met and reviewed bills.
X. Board Comments:
K. Fisherkeller reminded board that the Superintendent Evaluation Committee needs to meet soon. K. Cushman stated she was happy to be the new board member.
K. Fisherkeller welcomed K. Cushman and J. Panicek.
E. D’Agata wished A. Jones the best and said she will be missed.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
Motion #7 K. Fisherkeller moved: to adjourn at 9:15 p.m.
D. Radell 2nd
Aye – All
Motion Carried
Respectfully submitted,
Corinne S. Berglund
Recorder
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