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June 17, 2013 <br />Dr. Doherty apologized for the timing of the notification and pointed out another email was sent <br />today indicating this change will not be put into place next year. <br />Marianne Downing, elementary parent, asked that the district look at what other comparable <br />towns are doing with the course groupings. She shared some research she had done and said <br />many of our surrounding communities have 3, 4 and 5 grouping options. <br />Thomas Loughlin, RMHS parent, feels that communication could be much better when <br />informing parents of proposed changes. <br />Margaret O'Sullivan, middle school parent, agreed that communication has been poor. She <br />referred to the Future Freshmen Night where Mr. Strout presented information on the math <br />curriculum changes, two weeks later it was decided that the Math 2017 plan was no longer being <br />pursued. Parents received no notification of this decision. Mrs. O'Sullivan continued to address <br />her concerns over the math track changes. <br />Dr. Doherty provided clarification. He indicated that there has been a line of communication to <br />parents regarding the new tracks. He said the district is working with parents to create <br />assessments and tutoring opportunities. He also shared that there is information on the Edline <br />site regarding the testing options. <br />John and Natalie Gill expressed concerns over the lack of communication addressing the high <br />school reduction in sections of course offerings. Mr. Gill was also felt that using the term "pilot" <br />to describe the decision to offer only honors and strong college prep sections without informing <br />the parents is not fair to the parents or students. <br />Reports I (Out of Order) <br />1. Student <br />Student Representative Traugot wrapped up the school year. Final exams begin on <br />Thursday. He shared that move -up day for incoming freshmen was successful. <br />2. Liaison <br />Mrs. Janowski reported on the recent Recreation Committee meeting. <br />3. Director of Student Services <br />4. Assistant Superintendent <br />5. Superintendent <br />Dr. Doherty shared information on the spring athletic accomplishments. <br />Common Core Curriculum State Standards (CCCS) Update <br />Dr. Doherty reviewed the presentation that has been prepared for the Middle School Math <br />meeting on Wednesday evening. He reiterated that every district in the Commonwealth is <br />adopting the CCCS for math and are also deciding how to implement these standards. The <br />