2004-01-26 School Committee Minutes

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Reading School Committee Reading, Massachusetts ReLyular Session January 26, 2004 CALL TO ORDER Chair Dahl called the meeting to order at 7:45 p.m. Present were School Committee members John Carpenter, Peter Dahl, Carl McFadden, John Russo, Robert Spadafora and Elaine Webb. Also present were Superintendent Schettini, Associate Superintendent Richards, Finance Committee member McDonald and Student Representative Nelson. BILLS & PAYROLLS Bills and Payrolls were circulated for signature. CITIZEN'S INPUT There was no citizen input. GIFTS Superintendent Schettini stated that Debra Kwiatek, a Joshua Eaton Teacher, was designated as a "Literacy Champion" from the Massachusetts Literacy Foundation. She was awarded $2,500 to support the purchase of literary materials for the Joshua Eaton School. Mr. Spadafora moved to accept the $2,500 award from the Massachusetts Literacy Foundation and directed the Superintendent to send the appropriate thank you letter. Mr. Carpenter seconded the motion The vote was 6-0 Mr. Carpenter, Mr. Dahl, Mr. McFadden, Mr. Russo, Mr. Spadafora, Ms Webb SUPERINTENDENT/CHAIR/LIASION REPORT Superintendent Schettini thanked Student Representative Laura Nelson for her input to the Reading School Committee. Laura Nelson thanked the Committee for allowing her to participate. She stated the process is a lot more complicated than it looks. John Carpenter added that this was basic training for her. She now could serve on other community boards. Superintendent Schettini stated Joseph Kwiatek would be the Student Representative for the second semester. Ms. Webb attended an Ad Hoc Charter Review Committee meeting. She reported that it was interesting to hear concerns of other boards and committees. She had no agenda items but suggested that Mr. Griset come to speak to the School Committee.