2010-04-12 School Committee Minutes

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April 12, 2010 Ms. Hughes asked who would be the appropriate person to chair the eligibility team. Ms. Oliveira responded that the team process should involve everyone and it would be ultimately the team chairperson's role to make the decision s. Ms. Hughes also asked if Ms. Oliveira was a top down or bottom up administrator. Ms. Oliveira indicated that she was neither she believes in a collaborative approach. Ms. Teixeira asked about specialty programs. Ms. Oliveira stated that there are many factors in developing programs such as what is best for the child and the population of the district. He feels very strongly in doing what is in the best interest of the child. Ms. Oliveira thanked the School Committee for this opportunity. Mrs. Gibbs moved, seconded by Mrs. Janowski, Move to accept the recommendation of Kim Oliveira as Director of Pupil Services. The motion carried 5-0. Blue Ribbon Institute Dr. Doherty handed out the programs for the Blue Ribbon Institute and gave a brief description. He said there are over 118 workshops and presentations over the two day conference. The majority of these are being presented by our staff. He indicated that the School Committee was welcome to attend any of the events. 111. Routine Matters • Bills and Payroll (A) • Approval of Minutes • Bids and Donations ' Calendar IV. Information Mr. Robinson reminded the committee that Town meeting begins on April 26`h. He also would like the committee to bring ideas to the next meeting regarding Friends & Family Day. The School Committee requested updates on early release/delayed openings, class size and presentations from other departments. V. Adjournment Mrs. Gibbs moved, seconded by Mr. Michaud, to adjourn. The motion carried 5-0. VI. Future Business 14eet urned at 7:42 p.m. e l o F. Doherty, W .D. erintendent of Schools NOTE: The minutes reflect the order as stated in the posted meeting agenda not the order they occurred during the meeting.