HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-06-01 School Committee Packet School Committee Meeting
June 1 , 2015
Superintendent's Conference
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Office Hours 6:30 P.M.
Open Session 7:00 P.M.
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Board - Committee - Commission - Council:
School Committee
Date: 2015-06-01 Time: 7:00 PM
Building: School - Memorial High Location: Superintendent Conference Room
Address: 82 Oakland Road
Purpose: Open Session
Meeting Called By: Linda Engelson on behalf of the Chair
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Topics of Discussion:
OFFICE HOURS
Mrs. Joyce& Mr. Robinson
6:30 p.m.
AGENDA
7:00 p.m.
I Call to Order
II Recommended Procedure
A. Public Input(I)
B. Reports
1. Students
2. Liaison
3. Superintendent
4. Sub-Committee
5. Assistant Superintendent
6. Director of Finance&Operations
7. Director of Student Services
C. Continued Business
1. Superintendent's Evaluation Timeline/Process(I)
2. MASC Governance Program (I)
D. New Business
1. RCASA Presentation (I)
2. Approval of RMHS Field Trip- London
E. Routine Matters
1. Bills and Payroll (A)
2. Minutes (A)
May 18, 2015
3. Bids and Donations(A)
This Agenda has been prepared in advance and represents a listing of topics that the chair reasonably anticipates will be discussed
at the meeting. However the agenda does not necessarily include all matters which may be taken up at this meeting.
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Town of Reading
f 3 w° I Meeting Posting with Agenda
Accept Donations from the Wood End PTO
Accept a Donation from the Reading Boosters Club
4. Calendar(I)
F. Information
G. Executive Session
Ill Future Business
I Informational A Action Item
All times are approximate and may change.
This Agenda has been prepared in advance and represents a listing of topics that the chair reasonably anticipates will be discussed
at the meeting. However the agenda does not necessarily include all matters which may be taken up at this meeting.
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Oakland Road
R eading,MA 01188 67
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781-944-5800 Office of the Superintendent
John.doherty@reading.k12.ma.us
Memo
To: Reading School Committee
From: John F. Doherty, Ed.D., Superintendent of Schools
Date: 5/28/2015
Re: Superintendent's Evaluation
As part of the DESE Educator Evaluation Process,the School Committee evaluates the Superintendent
of Schools in public session. This process is a multi-step process which encompasses a five step cycle.
That cycle is outlined in the attached document.
The step that you will be involved in at this point in the year is Step 5 or the Summative Evaluation
step of the cycle. A description of Step 5 is as follows:
I. Step 5 of the Cycle:End-of-Cycle and Summative Evaluation and Report
1. The superintendent submits an End-of-Cycle
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Progress Report. �.
The superintendent prepares and submits to the .,., ,Ge,
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school committee an assessment of:
• Progress on the goals \ 1
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• Performance on each of the Standards aE s,-,n
• Impact on student learning with data
supporting the assessment
2. Each school committee member prepares an End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation Report. This
document is attached to this memo.
Each committee member reviews the evidence and report prepared by the superintendent as well
as any other relevant evidence for the purpose of arriving at:
• An assessment of progress on goals
• A rating of the superintendent's performance on each of the Standards
• An overall rating of the superintendent's performance
1
• A rating of the superintendent's impact on student learning gains'(This step will not be done
for this cycle as it involves the use of District Determined Measures).
3.The school committee chair or designee drafts an End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation Report.
The school committee chair or designee compiles the End-of-Cycle Evaluation Reports compiled by
each member of the school committee and prepares a single summative evaluation based on the
preponderance of individual ratings.
4.The school committee adopts a final End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation Report.
At a regular or special meeting of the school committee,the superintendent and school committee
discuss the report. The school committee adopts an End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation Report.
A Note on using the End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation Report form:2
The End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation Report form is used at six points in the evaluation cycle:
• The superintendent and/or chair record the goals established in the Superintendent's Annual
Plan and match each to one of the four Standards of performance.
• The superintendent and/or chair annotate the End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation Report to
reflect goals, Standards and/or Indicators which may be considered priorities by the School
Committee.
• Individual committee members use it to complete their individual End-of-Cycle Summative
Evaluation Reports.
• The school committee chair uses it to draft a composite End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation
Report
• The school committee chair or designee record the End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation
Report adopted by the school committee.
• In addition, the superintendent may use the report to record key components of his or her
End-of-Cycle Progress Report.
II. Step-by-Step—Conducting the End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation
The information below gives guidance to each individual School Committee member as he or she
completes the Summative Evaluation Form. This form is attached to the packet and will be sent
electronically to the School Committee.
Step 1: Individual members assess goal attainment. First, each committee member reviews the
superintendent's End-of-Cycle Progress Report and other relevant evidence to make an individual
1 As noted in the Overview, a rating of low, moderate, or high will be based on trends and patterns in student learning
gains based on districtwide measures of student learning. ESE will be providing guidance by June 2012 about how to
complete this part of the evaluation rating.
2 The End-of-Cycle Report Form appears as Appendix B
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determination of the progress the superintendent has made on the goals detailed in the plan.
Progress toward each goal is described as:
• Did Not Meet
• Some Progress
• Significant Progress
• Met
• Exceeded
Step 2: Individual members rate performance against the Standards. Next, each member renders a
judgment about the superintendent's performance against each Standard,rating it:
• Unsatisfactory
• Needs Improvement
• Proficient
• Exemplary
To reach a judgment on each standard, the committee member assesses performance against each
indicator,taking into account, at a minimum,the progress on the goals most directly related to each
standard. A rating of Proficient represents fully satisfactory performance. A rating of Exemplary is
reserved for performance that exceeds Proficient and represents a regional or state model. For new
superintendents, a rating of Needs Improvement should be seen as developing, reflecting the
judgment that the new superintendent's performance on this indicator or standard is on track to
becoming Proficient within three years.
A primary purpose of the five-step evaluation cycle is continuous improvement.Thoughtful feedback
is important for continuous improvement. Committee members should support their ratings with
written comments, citing the evidence they found most compelling as they decided on ratings.
Although written comments are encouraged for all ratings, they are essential when ratings point to
Exemplary or less-than-Proficient performance.
Step 3: Individual members rate overall performance. Third, each member renders a single overall
summative judgment of the superintendent's performance based on performance against each of the
four Standards and attainment of the goals detailed in the Superintendent's Annual Plan.As with each
standard, the overall rating is one of four: Unsatisfactory, Needs Improvement, Proficient, or
Exemplary.Again,the high standard for a rating of Proficient and the even higher standard for a rating
of Exemplary prevail.As in Step 2, ratings of Exemplary, Unsatisfactory or Needs Improvement should
be accompanied by written comments explaining the rationale and evidence for the rating.
Step 4: Individual members rate impact on student learning (Please note that this step will not be
done this year because impact ratings have not be implemented). Finally, based on trends and
patterns on district-determined measures of student learning, MCAS Student Growth Percentile, and
Massachusetts English Proficiency Assessment (MEPA) gain scores (when available), each member
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renders an individual judgment of the superintendent's impact on student learning.This step will not
be completed during this cycle.
Step 5: The chair compiles individual ratings and drafts summative evaluation. The chair, or
designee,compiles the individual ratings and drafts the End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation Report to
present to the superintendent and school committee in advance of a public meeting.When compiling
individual members' evaluation reports, the chair is encouraged to consider discounting individual
End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation Reports that rate the superintendent's performance as
Unsatisfactory, Needs Improvement or Exemplary without written comments that explain the rating.
Please note that both the individual and committee evaluations are public documents under
Massachusetts law.3
Step 6: Committee discusses and adopts End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation Report. At a public
meeting of the school committee at which the superintendent is present, committee members
review the draft, discuss proposed revisions, and adopt a final End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation
Report that is subsequently placed in the superintendent's personnel file.
Ill. The timeline for this process is as follows:
1. June 1s1 School Committee Meeting-At this meeting,I will review for you the evaluation evidence
that I have included in this School Committee Packet. This evidence, along with all of the other
information that you have been given during this school year,will help inform you as you develop
your individual evaluation. At this meeting, I will also discuss with you the process that you will
use to develop your individual evaluations. This is described above in this memo.
2. June 2 to June 19-Each School Committee member completes a draft copy of the End of Cycle
Summative Evaluation Report and sends the completed copy to both the Chair of the School
Committee(or designee) and the Superintendent of Schools. The designee for this year is Elaine
Webb.
3. June 19-July 3-The Superintendent of Schools will meet with each individual School Committee
member to discuss the draft evaluation that he or she has completed. Based on the
conversations, the School Committee member has with the Superintendent, the School
Committee member may revise the individual summative evaluation.
4. July 7-The School Committee Chair (or designee) will receive all final individual summative
evaluations. The Chair will then compile a draft End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation Report to
present to the superintendent and school committee in advance of a public meeting.
5. By July 17-School Committee Chair presents the draft End of Cycle Summative Evaluation Report
to the Superintendent and School Committee.
6. July 20-School Committee meeting to discuss and adopt Summative Evaluation Report.
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Superintendent of Schools Assistant Superintendent
for Learning and Teaching
82 Oakland Road
Reading,MA 01867 a r
Phone:781-944-5800 �'� Martha J.Sybert
Fax:781-942-9149 - Director of Finance&Operations
Reading Public Schools
Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow
TO: Reading School Committee
FROM: John F. Doherty, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
DATE: May 28, 2015
TOPIC: MASC Governance Program Discussion
At our meeting on Monday evening the School Committee will discuss the direction it would like to go
regarding the Governance Program for the upcoming year. I have attached information on the possible
workshops that are available.
If you have any questions please contact me.
The Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race,color,sex,gender identity,religion,national origin,sexual orientation,age or disability.
District Governance Program
The District Governance Program is designed to focus on continuous improvement and to help school
committees and superintendents develop new strategies for teamwork and collaboration that will
enhance student achievement.The program helps build a better understanding of the roles and
responsibilities of the school committee and those of the superintendent.
Participating school district cohorts, consisting of school committee members and the superintendent,
are coached by a highly skilled and trained team of MASC consultants.There are five two-hour
workshops available in the program;districts can avail themselves of all five workshops or choose only
those that are relevant to their needs at a particular time. In either case,the curriculum is tailored to
meet the specific goals and challenges of each district.
THE PROGRAM
Building an effective governance team is not unlike building a schoolhouse.And, like any building,
regular maintenance is necessary to stay in good condition and running smoothly. In the District
Governance Program, participating committees can be coached through the process of"constructing"
their governance"schoolhouse."This can be particularly beneficial when a new superintendent or new
members come on board. Or, districts can choose the particular workshop where"maintenance" or an
"upgrade" is needed.
The Five Basic Workshops are:
•Building the Foundation: (Operating Protocols)This workshop is designed to help the school committee
and superintendent work together collaboratively as a high-functioning governance team. It's a great
workshop for when a new superintendent or new committee members come on board or as a periodic
tune-up.
•Raising the Frame: (Vision &Goals)This workshop covers alignment between the district's mission,
vision and long-range planning. It provides the opportunity to discuss the district's academic needs and
to ensure that the superintendent and school committee have a shared vision of goals and direction for
the district.
•Installing the Infrastructure: (Monitoring Progress)This workshop helps ensure the tools are in place to
monitor progress toward achieving district goals. It covers aligning SMART(Specific, Measurable,
Attainable, Relevant,Time-bound)goals in the superintendent evaluation to district goals and
demonstrates the use of data to monitor progress.
*Setting the Walls: (Effective Meetings)This workshop is designed to help committees "work smarter,
not harder" at meeting-time, making sure time is spent effectively and focuses on student achievement
and the district's goals. Committees will learn about specific tools that can be adopted to ensure smooth
and effective meetings focused on student progress.
•Laying the Roof: (Sustaining Progress)The final workshop provides committees with the tools to
sustain effective governance practices into the future,through changes on the governance team, and to
ensure continued focus on improvement in student achievement.
John F. Doherty,Ed. D. Craig Martin
Superintendent of Schools t Assistant Superintendent
for Learning and Teaching
82 Oakland Road
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Reading,MA 01867
Phone:781-944-5800 ;er �� Martha J.Sybert
Fax:781-942-9149 Director of Finance&Operations
Reading Public Schools
Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow
TO: Reading School Committee
FROM: John F. Doherty, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
DATE: May 28, 2015
TOPIC: RCASA Update
RCASA Director Erica McNamara, RCASA Outreach Coordinator Julianne DeAngelis and Maureen
Buzby of the Mystic Valley Tobacco and Alcohol Program will speak to the School Committee at their
Monday June 1st meeting on the new craze of"vaping" among adolescents. The use of vaping has been
steadily increasing. The perception by some students during a recent chemical health violation class is
that more than 50%of RMHS students are vaping nicotine and see it as a safe alternative to smoking
cigarettes.
If you have any questions,please contact me.
The Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race,color,sex,gender identity,religion,national origin,sexual orientation,age or disability.
John F.Doherty,Ed.D. Craig Martin
Superintendent of Schools Assistant Superintendent
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for Learning and Teaching
82 Oakland Road
Reading,MA 01867 Martha J.Sybert
Phone:781-944-5800 �* � Director of Finance&Operations
Fax:781-942-9149
Readin g Public Schools
Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow
TO: Reading School Committee
FROM: John F. Doherty, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
DATE: May 28, 2015
TOPIC: Approval of RMHS Field Trip
At our meeting on Monday evening I will ask the School Committee to approve the RMHS Trip to
London in the spring of 2017. I have met with Mr. d'Entremont to discuss the details of this trip. Mr.
d'Entremont has run this trip for several years and by asking for approval well in advance it allows the
students to spread the payments out for the trip.
If you have any questions,please contact me.
The Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race,color,sex,gender identity,religion,national origin,sexual orientation,age or disability.
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John F.Doherty,Ed.D. READING MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Adam D.Bakr
Superintendent Principal
62 Oakland Road,Reading,Massachusetts 01867 Michael R.Scarpitto
Tel; 781-944-8200 Fax:781-942-5435 Laura Olsen
Thomas J.Zaya
Website:http://www.edline.net/pages/Reading HS
Assistant Principals
From: Gary d'Entremont May,2015
To: Mr. Adam D.Baler
Dr. John Doherty
Reading School Committee
Re:April 2017-Field Trip to London,England
I am writing this letter to inform the RMHS administration,Superintendent Doherty, and the School
Committee of my intention to bring once again a number of Reading Memorial High School students to
London,England, over the April Vacation week,2017.
What students are going?
This field trip to London will only be open to 9th and 10th graders. I am anticipating around 26 1
students.
Why visit London,England?
To enhance the students understanding of the role London and its people played in the past and
today.
What company will we use for this field trip? •
We will be using once again Explorica, a proven and very reliable travel company specializing in
student tours.
Who will be the chaperones?
For every 5 students there will be a chaperone. It is not known at this time who will be the other
chaperones.
When is the field trip?
The field trip will take place April 16th -22nd,2017(Sunday to Saturday)
What are the costs of the trip?
Around$2,500
Where will we be staying in London?
Unknown at this time
If you recall I have done this exact same trip five times before—every time it has been a huge success!!!
Very Sincerely, !ii •
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Gary d'Entremont
Department of Social Studies
Reading Memorial High School
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This information should
Reading Public Schools be kept on file for a
Field Trip Plan minimum of 3 years.
1. Trip Coordinator:Gary d'Entremont School:RMHS Grade(s)Attending:10/11/12
2. Destination:London, England
3. •Type of Trip: Day: Extended:- Overnight: Out of State: International:
4. Purpose of Trip:Cultural and Historical Experience
5. Date(s)of Trip:April 16-22,2017 Time of Departure:N/A Time of Return: N/A.
6. Cost of Trip:Around$2,500 Will there be fundraising?No If yes, please attach plan.
7. No.of Students Attending: N/A No.of Teachers:N/A No.of other adults:N/A
8. Have all adults had the necessary CORI and/or SAFIS Criminal Background Checks:N/A
9. Transportation Required(Circle): Bus Train Boat Plane Private Car., Other
10. Name of Company Providing Transportation: N/A
11. If this is an overnight trip,is the bus driver getting sufficient rest in accordance with federal regulations and
common sense?N/A -
12. Departure Information(location and carrier):Logan International Airport—
13. Return Trip Information(location and carrier):Logan International Airport--
14. Food and Lodging(if applicable)will be provided by:N/A
15. Address and Phone No.of Lodging(if applicable): N/A
16. Has the school determined that the facility has adequate insurance consistent with the level of risk involved
(e.g.sedentary trip as opposed to outdoor,physically active trip)? N/A If yes,attach a copy of the
policy.
17. If swimming is involved,the school has determined that a lifeguard will be on duty at all times when students
are in the water. Yes No - N/A
18, Please describe below the educational alternative for those students who will not be attending the trip.
N/A
19. Please describe the process that will be used to determine student eligibility for the trip. Enrollment is based
upon first-come-first-serve and that they pay the full amount of the trip.
20. Please attach the following to this document:
a. A detailed itinerary of the trip
b. Signed state ethics financial disclosure forms from all teachers whose field trip cost will be covered.
This is for any field trip where the cost per person is"over$50. to access the form,go to
http://www.mass.gov/ethics/disclosure-forms/municipal-employee-disclosure-forms/and complete
Form 11d,Disclosure of Travel Expenses for Non-Elected/Appointed Employee required by 930 CMR
5.08(2)(d)1.
c. A copy of any contract associated with the field trip.
d. A list of all adults who will be chaperoning the field trip.
The Following Section is for Out of Country Field Trips Only
A. Are there any current travel warnings or advisories issued by the State Department?Please go to
www.cdc.gov or www.travel.state.gov. Yes No
If yes,please explain
B. Have you purchased medical insurance for each day of an out of country field trip? Yes No
(attach a copy of the policy)
C. Is medical preclearance required? Yes No
D. Does each student and staff member have the appropriate documentation necessary for travel to the
country/countries being visited and for return to the United States? Yes No
Copies of all students' passports shall be maintained by the Trip Coordinator.
E. At least one staff member accompanying the students must have a phone number with international
service.
Name of Staff Member:Gary d'Entremont
Telephone Number: N/A
To be completed by Reading Public School Administration
I certify that all requirements of the Reading Public Schools Field Trip Policy have been fulfilled.
21. APPROVED DATE —
Principal(For All Field Trips)
22. APPROVED DATE
Superintendent of Schools(For All Extended,Overnight, Out of State,and International Field Trips)
School Committee Approval Date(For Overnight,Out of State,and International Field Trips)
Reading Public Schools
Reading, Massachusetts
Parental Consent and Release Form for Field Trips
Day Field Trips
To be completed by teacher prior to distribution:
Trip Coordinator: Gary d'Entremont Grade 10/11/12 School: RMHS Date of Trip: April 16th—22nd, 2017
Destination: London, England Destination Address: N/A
Departure Time: N/A Return Site: Logan International Airport Return Time: N/A
Cost of Trip:Approximately$2,500 Mode of Transportation: Plane
Purpose of Trip: Historical and Cultural enrichment
Specific Clothing/Equipment required for this Trip: Comfortable clothes and walking shoes/sneakers
The trip will include the following physical and sports activities (e.g. walking, running, swimming, skating, etc.):
Walking
This Section to be completed by Parent/Guardian
Student Name Address
Parent/Guardian Name Home Phone
Emergency Contact Information: (Day) (Night) (Cell)
Student Cell Phone Number(if applicable)
Name and phone number of person to call in the event the parent cannot be contacted
Insurance Carrier Policy Subscriber's Name Policy Number
Consent(To be completed by Parent/Guardian)
By signing below,the Parent/Guardian agrees to the following:
a) I understand that there are risks of injury associated with the above listed physical and sports activities
and I consent to my child's participation in all these activities except for the following:
b) Please indicate below any permanent or temporary medical or other condition, including special
dietary and medication needs,or the need for visual or auditory aids,which should be known about
your child. -
c) I agree that in the event of an emergency injury or illness,the staff member (s) in charge of the trip
may act on my behalf and at my expense in obtaining medical treatment for my child.
d) I agree and understand that I am responsible for the actions of my child. I understand that my child is
expected to behave responsibly and to follow the rules as outlined in the school handbook and
Reading Public School policies. I also understand that if my child does not follow the rules as outlined
in the school handbook, appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken. If this is an overnight or
extended field trip and if my child is sent home early for disciplinary reasons, I understand that I am
responsible for all costs associated with such early departure and forfeit any monies paid that are not
refunded to the school. -
e) 1 understand that students who violate the school's discipline code may be excluded by the school
from participating in a trip.
f) I agree to release and hold harmless the Reading Public Schools and its employees and volunteers from
any and against any and all liability, loss damages, claims or actions, in accordance with current local,
state and federal law,which 1 and/or my child may have arising out of my child's participation in this
trip, except if due to the negligence of school staff.
g) I understand that I am responsible for getting my child to and from the departure and return sites
identified above, in a timely manner. I understand that my child shall be accompanied by staff
member(s)'during the trip, including while traveling from the departure site to the destination site,
and from the destination site to the return site.
h) I give my permission for my child to participate in this school trip.
Signature of Parent/Guardian Date
Student Declaration
(to be signed by Middle School and High School students)
I have read this form and I understand that I am to act on this trip in the same responsible manner in which
am expected to conduct myself in school. I accept the rules and regulations set forth by the school and the
program for which I am participating. If this is an out of state or international trip, I will obey the rules,
regulations, and laws of the state or foreign country.
Signature of Student Date
John F.Doherty,Ed.D. Craig Martin
Superintendent of Schools ' Assistant Superintendent
for Learning and Teaching
82 Oakland Road
Reading,MA 01867
Martha J. Sybert
Phone:781-944-5800 rte-
Fax:781-942-9149 y Director of Finance&Operations
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Reading Public Schools
Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow
TO: Reading School Committee
FROM: John F. Doherty, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
DATE: May 28, 2015
TOPIC: Accept Donations from the Wood End PTO
At our meeting on Monday night I will ask the School Committee to accept donations from the Wood
End PTO to be used to purchase supplies for the music, art, physical education departments and the
Library.
If you have any questions,please contact me.
The Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race,color,sex,gender identity,religion,national origin,sexual orientation,age or disability.
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Superintendent 85 Sunset Rock Lane,Reading, MA 01867 Principal
Tel: 781-942-5420 Fax:781-942-5428
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To: Martha Sybert,Director of Finance and Operations
From: Joanne King, Principal
Date: May 21,2015
RE: Donation to the Music Program
Wood End School received.a check from the Wood End PTO to purchase Music and
Musical Instruments. We ask that the School Committee accept this donation in the
amount of$299.17.
.Thank you.
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Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow.
Wood End Elementary Parent Teacher Organization, Inc
May 21,2015
To: Joanne King
From:Wood End PTO
Joanne,
Enclosed please find a check from the Wood End PTO in the amount of$299.17 to purchase Music
supplies.
Sincerely,
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Kelly Mahoney
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Superintendent 85 Sunset Rock Lane, Reading, MA 01867 Principal
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MEMO
To: Martha Sybert,Director of Finance and Operations
From: Joanne King,Principal
Date: May 18,2015
RE: Donation to Art Program
Wood End School received a check from the Wood End PTO to purchase Art Supplies. •
We ask that the School Committee accept this donation in the amount of$297.40.
Thank you.
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Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow.
Wood End Elementary Parent Teacher Organization, Inc
May 14,2015
To:Joanne King
From: Wood End PTO
Joanne,
Enclosed please find a check from the Wood End PTO in the amount of$297.40 to purchase Art
supplies.
Sincerely,
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PTO Treasurer
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Tel: 781-942-5420 Fax: 781-942-5428
MEMO
To: Martha Sybert,Director of Finance and Operations
From: Joanne King, Principal
Date: May 18,2015
RE: Donation to Library
Wood End School received a check from the Wood End PTO to purchase Library
Supplies. We ask that the School Committee accept this donation in the amount of
147.83.
Thank you.
Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow.
Wood End Elementary Parent Teacher Organization, Inc
May 14,2015
To:Joanne King
From: Wood End PTO
Joanne,
Enclosed please find a check from the Wood End PTO in the amount of$147.83 to purchase library
supplies.
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PTO Treasurer
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Superintendent 85 Sunset Rock Lane, Reading, MA 01867 Principal
Tel: 781-942-5420 Fax:781-942-5428
MEMO
To: Martha Sybert,Director of Finance and Operations •
From: Joanne King, Principal `s
Date: May 18,2015
RE: Donation to Physical Education
Wood End School received a check from the Wood End PTO to purchase Physical
Education Equipment.We ask that the School Committee accept this donation in the
amount of$401.85.
Thank you.
Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow.
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Wood End Elementary Parent Teacher Organization, Inc
May 14, 2015
To:Joanne King
From: Wood End PTO
Joanne,
Enclosed please find a check from the Wood End PTO in the amount of$401.85 to purchase Physical
Education supplies.
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PTO Treasurer
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John F.Doherty,Ed.D WOOD END ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Joanne E.King,M.Ed.
Superintendent 85 Sunset Rock Lane, Reading, MA 01867 Principal
Tel: 781-942-5420 Fax: 781-942-5428
MEMO
To: Martha Sybert,Director of Finance and Operations
From: Joanne King, Principal( ---
Date: May 29, 2015
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RE: Donation to the Library
Wood End School received a check from the Wood End PTO to purchase library books.
We ask that the School Committee accept this donation in the amount of$411.00.
Thank you.
Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow.
Wood End Elementary Parent Teacher Organization, Inc
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May 29,2015
To: Joanne King
From: Wood End PTO •
Joanne,
Enclosed please find a check from the Wood End PTO in the amount of$411.00 to purchase Library
supplies.
Sincerely,
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PTO Treasure
John F.Doherty,Ed.D. Craig Martin
Superintendent of Schools t Assistant Superintendent
for Learning and Teaching
82 Oakland Road .-'` • `
Reading,MA 01867 Martha J.Sybert
Phone:7:781-942-9149 Director of Finance&Operations
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Reading Public Schools
Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow
TO: Reading School Committee
FROM: John F. Doherty, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
DATE: May 28, 2015
TOPIC: Accept Donations from the Reading Boosters Club
At our meeting on Monday night I will ask the School Committee to accept a donation from the Reading
Boosters Club to be used to purchase a utility/golf cart to be used by the athletic department and RMHS
Athletic Trainer.
If you have any questions,please contact me.
The Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race,color,sex,gender identity,religion,national origin,sexual orientation,age or disability.
May 15, 2015
Dear Reading School Committee,
The Reading Boosters Club would like to donate the amount of$5100.00 to the Reading Public
Schools and the Reading High School Athletic Department. Please accept the enclose check and
donation. The donation will be used for the purchase of a utility/golf cart to be used by the athletic
department and the RMHS Athletic Trainer. Should you have any questions please let us know.
Sincerely,
Frank Driscoll
President-Reading Boosters Club
* 't Town of Reading
Meeting Minutes
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Board - Committee - Commission - Council:
School Committee
Date: 2015-05-18 Time: 7:00 PM
Building: School - Memorial High Location: Superintendent Conference Room
Address: 82 Oakland Road
Purpose: Open Session Session: General Session
Attendees: Members - Present:
Linda Snow Dockser John Doherty, Superintendent
Jeanne Borawski Craig Martin, Assistant Superintendent
Chuck Robinson Martha Sybert, Director of Finance
Gary Nihan
Elaine Webb
Julie Joyce
Members - Not Present:
Carolyn Wilson, Director of Student Services
Carl Gillies, Student Representative
Others Present:
Andrea Nastri, Student Representative
Alex Nazzaro, Student Representative
Al Sylvia, Reading Chronicle
Nancy Docktor, Resident
RMHS Robotics Team members
Dorothy Presser, MASC
Bob LeLacheur, Town Manager
Minutes Respectfully Submitted By: John F. Doherty, Ed.D. Superintendent
Topics of Discussion:
I. Call to Order
Chair Robinson called the School Committee to order at 7:02 p.m.
Chair Robinson welcomed guests and reviewed the agenda.
II. Recommended Procedure
A. Public Input(I)
Chair Robinson called for public input.
There was none.
B. New Business (out of order)
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Robotics Presentation
Members of the RMHS Robotics team updated the committee on the team's
activities and achievements of the past year.
The team's mission is to promote the STEM initiative and outreach, to encourage
collaboration with mentors and teams, gain life skills through work, foster
innovation and promote creativity and to foster and develop communities. The
team is part of FIRST(For the Inspiration and Recognition of Science and
Technology) which is comprised of 4 levels. Reading students participate in the
FLL (First Lego League) and FRC (First Robotics Competition). FRC is a huge
community made up of more than 2,700 teams and 68,000 competitors from 17
countries. Students build and compete with robots of their own design and are
mentored by engineering professionals.
This year's team is made up of 47 students and 15 mentors. Participation has
increased steadily since the inception of the team. Team members can be
involved in several different aspects such as software, electrical, mechanical,
pneumatics, design, business and scouting and strategy roles.
In addition to moving into a new space the team has focused on their business
plan. The business team's focus has been on increasing entrepreneurship. They
have developed a business plan and have applied for several grants, receiving a
$9,000 grant from United Technologies that has been used for registration fees.
The team hosted a district event which was a great success and has been active on
social media sites. They also have been active reaching out for community
support.
The group went on to explain this year's challenge "Recycle Rush". Teams were
required to build the robot that was capable of stacking totes and recycling
containers. They participated in three competitions this year. The first was the
competition they hosted where they made it to the semifinals and won the
Entrepreneurship award. They next moved to the Rhode Island district and made
it to the quarterfinals and once again won the Entrepreneurship award. The last
competition was the New England Championship, once again performing well.
The students went on to describe what they envision the future of the team to be
as they move forward. As part of the outreach goal the team will be reaching out
to elementary &middle school students to become involved in the STEM fields
with the hope of engaging more girls. The team currently has two junior
members from the Parker Middle School. They would also like to hold a district-
wide science expo that elementary and middle school students would be able to
display their work and provide an opportunity for students for hands-on
experiments.
The team also hopes to give back to the local business and community, develop
team workshops for the preseason and to integrate FIRST Robotics into the
RMHS curriculum.
Mrs. Webb asked how difficult it was to keep 47 members engaged. The make-
up of the team tasks allow for flexibility. The team is expanding the business and
outreach aspect and this allows for students to participate as their schedules allow.
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Mr.Nihan asked about the mentors. The mentors are professionals in their fields.
The mentors provide design and building ideas and feedback as the building
process moves along.
The School Committee was treated to a demonstration of the RMHS Robotics
Team robot. The team had the robot perform the task that was part of the
competitions.
The School Committee thanked the team for the presentation/demonstration
tonight.
District Governance Program
Dorothy Presser of the MASC provided an overview of the District Governance
Program. The program is designed to assist school committees and
superintendents foster effective strategies for working together with a focus on
continuous improvement. There are a series of workshops that will introduce
tools and strategies to assist in working more effectively as a leadership team.
She explained that this program is flexible and committees can opt to participate
in as many of the workshops that they want.
The committee asked clarifying questions and commented that they would be
interested in pursuing this program.
Chair Robinson thanked Ms. Presser for coming to the meeting.
Student Representative
Mr. Robinson announced that this would be student representative Andrea
Nastri's last meeting. He thanked her for her service and wished her luck next
year at Suffolk University.
Ms.Nastri thanked the School Committee and said she had learned a lot during
her tenure and enjoyed the process.
Mr. Robinson then welcomed Alex Nazzaro who will be replacing Ms.Nastri as
the School Committee student representative.
C. Reports
Students
Ms.Nastri reported on the recent band and choral concerts and the annual Drama
Club trip to New York City to attend 2 Broadway shows. She also reported that
the seniors are finishing up and looking forward to the upcoming senior activities
culminating with graduation.
Liaisons
Dr. Snow Dockser reported that the HRAC will be going before the Board of
Selectman to ask the Board to reinstate the Human Relations Advisory
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Committee. She also reported on the recent MASC Day on the Hill. She shared
that we are fortunate to have the support of our state legislators. Dr. Snow
Dockser also attended the 30th anniversary celebration for Understanding
Disabilities which was a wonderful event.
Mrs. Webb shared that she and Mrs. Borawski also attended the UD celebration
and said it was very nice.
Superintendent
Dr. Doherty handed out information on teacher retention in response to a request
from Nancy Docktor. The Superintendent will have information Mrs. Docktor
requested on the Behavioral Health Services at an upcoming meeting as well as
the results of the teacher/staff survey.
Dr. Doherty provided a brief update on the modular classroom project. He has
met with the three principals who are in the process of creating safe access to the
fields at their schools for many of the end of year activities.
He also shared that he has held community and staff forums to gather input to
four questions in an effort to continue to move the district forward. He will post
an online survey for those unable to attend one of the forums.
The Superintendent also updated the School Committee on the status of the
Joshua Eaton search. A candidate was offered the position and declined therefore
Birch Meadow Principal Eric Sprung has been appointed as the principal for one
year. He will oversee the day to day operations at Eaton. An Associate Principal
will be placed at Birch Meadow for the 2015-16 school year. Mr. Sprung will
also provide support for this position. A new search will begin in or around
February 2016.
D. Continued Business
Update of School Committee Liaison & Sub-Committee Responsibilities
Mrs. Borawski moved, seconded by Mr. Nihan,to appoint Jeanne Borawski
as School Committee liaison to the Audit Committee,to appoint Everett
Blodgett as School Committee liaison to the Celebration Committee,to
appoint Julie Joyce as School Committee liaison to the Board of Selectmen
to appoint Gary Nihan as School Committee liaison to the Finance
Committee, to appoint Linda Snow Dockser as School Committee liaison to
the SEPAC, and to appoint Chuck Robinson to the Facility Naming Sub-
Committee. The motion carried 6-0.
E. New Business
Update on Audits—Revolving Accounts
Mrs. Borawski provided an update on the outcome of the annual Town audit as
discussed at the recent Audit Committee meeting. The Town received an
excellent report. The auditors provided guidance about certain results that need to
be reviewed.
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Mr. Robinson briefly explained the role of the Audit Committee. He also pointed
out that not all communities have an Audit Committee.
Ms. Sybert reviewed the results of the Single One audit which is an audit on the
Federal grants and said there were no findings. She then reviewed the annual End
of Year Report required by the DESE. There were four minor findings.
As part of these audits she pointed out that the student activities revolving
accounts have not been audited in several years and we are currently working
with Melanson &Heath to perform an audit on these accounts. Another issue that
will require action is the request to transfer money from the operating budget to
the Adult Education revolving account to resolve a projected deficit. The delay in
the relaunch of the Driver's Education program along with the purchase of the
vehicle has contributed to this deficit.
Mrs.Borawski moved, seconded by Mrs. Webb,to approve the transfer of
$10,000 from the Administration cost center to the Adult Education
revolving account.
Mr.Nihan asked if we had purchased or leased the car.
Ms. Sybert said we had purchased the car.
Dr. Doherty added that the deficit in the revolving account has been caused by a
delay in starting the program.
The motion carried 6-0.
III. Routine Matters
a. Bills and Payroll (A)
The following warrants were circulated and signed.
Warrant S1547 5.14.15 $226,749.03
Warrant S1547E 5.14.15 $2,877.30
Warrant P1523 5.8.15 $1,409,398.47
b. Bids and Donations (A)
c. Minutes
Mrs. Borawski moved,seconded by Mrs. Joyce,to approve the open session
minutes dated May 11,2015. The motion carried 6-0.
d. Calendar
IV.Information
V. Future Business
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VI.Adjournment
Mrs. Borawski moved, seconded by Mrs. Webb, to adjourn. The motion carried
6-0.
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
NOTE: The minutes reflect the order as stated in the posted meeting agenda not
the order they occurred during the meeting.
Handout: Teacher Retention Data
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2014-2015 School Committee Meeting Date
School Presenting @ mtg.
June 1st School Committee Office Hours Joyce&Robinson
June 7th RMHS Graduation 1:00 p.m.
June 13th Friends&Family Day 11 am-3 pm Birch Meadow
June 15th School Committee Staff Recognition
5.28.15
All meetings are in the Superintendent's Conference Room at 7:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Dates and locations subject to change. (Bold indicates new or changed date or location.
2015-2016 School Committee Meeting Date
School Presenting @ mtg.
July 20th School Committee
July FinForum I
August 31st School Committee- New Teacher Introductions
Sept. FinForum II
Sept.21st School Committee
Sept.28th School Committee
Sept.30 RCASA Annual Meeting
Oct.5th School Committee Office Hours
Oct. FinForum III
Oct. 19th School Committee
Oct. FinForum IV
Nov.2nd School Committee Office Hours
Nov.9th Town Meeting
Nov.12th Town Meeting
Nov.16th Town Meeting
Nov.19th Town Meeting
Nov.23rd School Committee
Dec.7th School Committee Office Hours
Dec.21st School Committee
Jan.7th School Committee Office Hours FY2017 Budget
Jan. 11th School Committee FY2017 Budget
Jan.l4th School Committee FY2017 Budget
Jan.21st School Committee FY2017 Budget-Public Hearing
Jan.25th School Committee FY2017 Budget-Vote
Jan. FinForum Sr.Center
Feb.8th School Committee Office Hours
Feb.22nd School Committee
March 1st Presidential Primary
March 7th School Committee Office Hours
March FY17 Budget Presentation
March 21st School Committee
April 5th Local Election
April 25th Town Meeting
April 27th School Committee
April 28th Town Meeting
May 2nd Town Meeting
May 5th Town Meeting
May 9th School Committee Office Hours School Choice
May 23rd School Committee
All meetings are in the Superintendent's Conference Room at 7:00 p.m.unless otherwise noted.
Dates and locations subject to change.(Bold indicates new or changed date or location.
2015-2016 School Committee Meeting Date
June 6th School Committee Office Hours
June 11th RMHS Graduation
June 20th School Committee
All meetings are in the Superintendent's Conference Room at 7:00 p.m.unless otherwise noted.
Dates and locations subject to change.(Bold indicates new or changed date or location.