HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-03-30 School Committee Minutes - RetreatDate: March 30, 2013
Time: 9:00 a.m. (Retreat)
Place: Superintendent's Conference Room
School Committee Members Present
Karen Janowski
Chuck Robinson Arrived at 10:20 am.
Hal Croft
Rob Spadafora
Chris Caruso
Call to Order
Reading Public Schools
Reading, Massachusetts
Retreat
Staff Members Present
John Doherty, Superintendent
Mary DeLai, Assistant Superintendent
Alison Elmer, Director of Student Services
Craig Martin, Coolidge Principal
Chairperson Janowski called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
and Mr. Caruso.
Mrs. Janowski called the open session meeting back to order at 9:20 a.m.
Dr. Doherty reviewed the agenda for the meeting.
Superintendent's Goals Review
Dr. Doherty reviewed the five step process. He reviewed the steps that have led to the development
of his goals for this year. He has identified at least one professional practice and one student
learning goal as well as two — four district improvement goals. All goals focus on student/district
growth and achievement.
The Superintendent provided a midyear status update. Discussion of success and challenges took
place and the School Committee asked clarifying questions. The process ends with the Summative
Review at the end of the year.
Reading Public Schools Vision
Dr. Doherty presented the revised Reading Public Schools vision: "To Prepare, Inspire, Engage, and
Support the Whole Child to become Innovative Leamers ".
He reviewed areas of focus which include School Environments, Teaching and Learning, Teaching
and Learning Values, Teacher Schedule, Technology, Assessments, Special education, Supports,
Data, Professional Development, Leadership, Community, Extended Learning Opportunities and
Facilities. He then reviewed the focus by level.
March 30, 2013
Mr. Robinson arrived at 10:20 a.m.
The School Committee asked clarifying questions.
Approval of Minutes
Mr. Croft moved seconded by Mr. Caruso to approve the open session minutes dated March
18 2013. The motion carried 5 -0.
Mr. Caruso moved seconded by Mr. Spadafora to adjourn. The motion carried 5 -0.
Meeting adjourned at 12:05 p.m.
NOTE: The minutes reflect the order as stated in the posted meeting agenda not the order they
occurred during the meeting.
o F. Dohe Ed.D.
rintendent of Schools