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Home My WebLink About2024-12-05 School Committee PacketOpen Session 7:00p.m. Reading Memorial High School Library Reading, MA Reading Public Schools School Committee Meeting Packet December 5, 2024 Town of Reading Meeting Posting with Agenda 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. Page | 1 2018-07-16 LAG Board - Committee - Commission - Council: School Committee Date: 2024-12-05 Time: 7:00 PM Building: School - Memorial High Location: School Library Address: 62 Oakland Road Agenda: Purpose: Open Session Meeting Called By: Thomas Wise, Chair Notices and agendas are to be posted 48 hours in advance of the meetings excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Legal Holidays. Please keep in mind the Town Clerk’s hours of operation and make necessary arrangements to be sure your posting is made in an adequate amount of time. A listing of topics that the chair reasonably anticipates will be discussed at the meeting must be on the agenda. All Meeting Postings must be submitted in typed format; handwritten notices will not be accepted. Topics of Discussion: 7:00 p.m. A. Call to Order 7:00 p.m. B. Public Comment Focus on Excellence Consent Agenda 1. Minutes (11-07-2024) 2. Acceptance of FY25 METCO REI Implementation Grant Award 3. Acceptance of FY25 MyCAP Planning and Implementation Grant 4. Request to Surplus Property – Coolidge 5. RMHS Wrestling Tournament Field Trip Request (2) 6. Coolidge Middle School Drama Donation 7. Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools Donation (2) 8. Unified Sports Donation Accounts Payable Warrant Reports 1. 11-07-2024 2. 11-14-2024 3. 11-19-2024 4. 11-27-2024 Payroll Warrant Reports 1. 08-16-2024 2. 08-30-2024 3. 09-13-2024 4. 09-27-2024 5. 10-11-2024 6. 10-25-2024 7. 11-08-2024 8. 11-22-2024 Town of Reading Meeting Posting with Agenda 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. Page | 2 Reports 1. Director of Finance & Operations 2. Superintendent 3. Liaison/Sub-Committee 7:10 p.m. E. New Business 1. High School Professional Development 2. Q1 – FY25 Financial Update 3. FY26 School Committee Budget Priorities Discussion 8:30 p.m. G. Executive Session 1. To conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel (Central Office & Principals). F. Information / Correspondence 1. “RE: Upcoming event: Community Menorah Lighting Dec. 8” – Anne Schwartz 9:00 p.m. Adjourn Join Zoom Meeting https://readingpsma.zoom.us/j/87370362190 Meeting ID: 873 7036 2190 Find your local number: https://readingpsma.zoom.us/u/kevtzj5din Consent Agenda Reading Public Schools School Committee Meeting Packet December 5, 2024 Town of Reading Meeting Minutes Page | 1 2016-09-22 LAG Board - Committee - Commission - Council: School Committee Date: 2024-11-07 Time: 7:00 PM Building: School - Memorial High Location: School Library Address: 62 Oakland Road Session: Open Session Purpose: Open Session Version: Draft Attendees: Members - Present: Tom Wise, Charles Robinson, Shawn Brandt and Carla Nazzaro Members - Not Present: Erin Gaffen and Sarah McLaughlin Others Present: Student Alex Vincent, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Sarah Hardy, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Jen Stys, Director of Finance and Operations Philip Littlehale, and Superintendent Dr. Thomas Milaschewski Minutes Respectfully Submitted By: Olivia Lejeune on behalf of the chairperson. Topics of Discussion: A. Call to Order – Mr. Wise called the meeting to order at approximately 7:03 p.m. to review the agenda. B. Public Comment – None Focus on Excellence 1. RISE Director Alanna Shone highlighted some of the innovative and engaging workshops offered for RISE families and members of the Reading community. Consent Agenda 1. Minutes (10-10-2024) 2. Reading Girls Soccer Parents Association Donation 3. Reading Volleyball Parents Organization Donation 4. New England Patriots Charitable Foundation Donation 5. RMHS Arts Enrichment Field Trip Request 6. RMHS Ski Club Field Trip Request 7. RMHS Science Olympiad Field Trip Request Accounts Payable Warrant Reports 1. 10-10-2024 2. 10-17-2024 3. 10-24-2024 4. 10-31-2024 Page | 2 Mr. Wise motioned to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Robinson. The vote passed 4-0. Reports 1. Assistant Superintendent – Dr. Hardy discussed the successful in-service day held on November 5. Staff feedback was gathered afterward using a new tool, ThoughtExchange, to identify strengths and areas for improvement. This tool offers a polished interface and an AI component that efficiently consolidates responses, enhancing the feedback process. 2. Assistant Superintendent – Dr. Stys shared that on November 15, the schools are partnering with the coalition to co-sponsor a providers' breakfast. This event will offer valuable networking opportunities with local providers and help enhance understanding of the processes and supports available for both the town and its students. 3. Superintendent – Dr. Milaschewski introduced Mr. Phil Littlehale as the interim Director of Finance and Operations and provided a brief overview of his background. 4. Liaison/Sub-Committee a. Student Alex Vincent shared the following updates: i. Fall Musical: We Will Rock You is underway. ii. Fall Athletics: The season is wrapping up, with highlights including the marching band and color guard winning second place at the NESBA finals. iii. Homecoming Spirit Week: Excitement is building for the upcoming spirit week. iv. Thanksgiving Football Game: The game will be held at Fenway, with tickets available for purchase online. b. Mrs. Nazzaro – The Permanent Building Committee met with the new OPM (Owner's Project Manager). The Killam project was pushed into the schematic design phase following MSBA approval. Community meetings have been held over the last few weeks, with another one scheduled for December. On November 20, the committee selected the HVAC system, marking the biggest decision to date. A financial forum presentation took place on October 30. Additionally, Mr. Nazzaro attended the Veterans Day assembly at the high school, where a community member gave a heartfelt speech, and a thank you for service was expressed. c. Mr. Brandt – No report d. Mr. Robinson – The Charter Review Committee met to review feedback from legal counsel. e. Mr. Wise – The Right to Read viewing on October 15th went very well, with multiple towns in attendance and great feedback from the panelists. The policy subcommittee has met and will be gathering feedback from legal counsel on updates made to policies. Additionally, the first Children’s Cabinet meeting of the year took place last night, and discussions began on the next steps and actions moving forward. Page | 3 E. New Business 1. MASBO Presentation, Donation & Vote to Accept (A) Dr. Milaschewski introduced Sam Rippin, past president of MASBO, who presented the MASBO Presidents Award. Mr. Robert O’Donnell, Director of Finance for DESE, conferred the award and explained his reasons for selecting Reading to receive it. Mr. Wise motioned to approve the donation from Robert F. O’Donnell in the amount of $1,500 as the result of his receipt of the MASBO President’s Award sponsored by Boston Business Technologies, seconded by Mrs. Nazzaro. The vote passed 4-0. C. Old Business 1. Athletics Facility Naming Advisory Committee Presentation, Recommendation, & Vote to Accept (A) Mr. Robinson discussed the recommendation from the Athletics Facility Naming Advisory Committee to name the Fieldhouse Gymnasium after Phil Vaccaro and Turf 2 after Charlie Hardy. He also thanked the committee for their time and commitment to the process. Mr. Wise motioned to accept the nomination of the Athletics Facility Naming Advisory Committee to name the Fieldhouse Gymnasium after Phil Vaccaro, seconded by Mr. Brandt. The vote passed 4-0. Mr. Wise motioned to accept the nomination of the Athletics Facility Naming Advisory Committee to name Turf 2 after Charlie Hardy, seconded by Mrs. Nazzaro. The vote passed 4-0. Mr. Wise thanked the committee and sponsors for their time and commitment, and for sharing why Mr. Vaccaro and Mr. Hardy are deserving of this honor. E. New Business 2. School Improvement Plan Presentations & Vote to Accept (A) Dr. Milaschewski thanked school leaders for being here tonight to present their School Improvement Plans. These plans include a process that involved many participants, including school councils, parents, students, and staff at each individual school. Each principal provided a high-level overview of their improvement plan. Topics included an overview of the process, commonalities at the elementary school level, middle school commonalities, and what lies ahead. A link to the presentation can be found here. Mr. Wise motioned to approve the School Improvement Plans for all eight schools of Reading Public Schools, seconded by Mr. Robinson. The vote passed 4-0. 3. LEAD Program Review Dr. Stys welcomed Dr. Tiffany Hogan and her team from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), noting their leadership in the field. They provided a needs assessment for the LEAD Page | 4 Program. Dr. Hogan and her team explained what a needs assessment is, how it differs from a program review, what is working well in the program, and suggested directions to move the program forward. Mr. Wise thanked the administration for conducting this assessment and highlighted that the presentation revealed the district is in the 95th percentile for the program compared to other districts. While there is work to be done to strengthen the program at the high school level, it is a tremendous accomplishment for the district team. The full report, along with a video, will be released, and over the next few months, we will share how we are responding to the findings. 4. October Enrollment Dr. Milaschewski provided the October 1st enrollment data submitted to DESE, noting that nothing significant stood out. Kindergarten enrollment is lower than expected, but no major issues were identified. Some families have mentioned the tuition fee, and it’s possible they are waiting for next year when tuition may be free. The main trend observed is that families have moved out of the district, and some have mentioned holding students back because they were not ready. Regarding the trend of students attending private high schools versus public, attrition was around 12-15% a few years ago. We plan to look at the current numbers and ask families why they are making this choice. A survey has been sent to families who left the district in the past year to gather data and identify any potential issues that we can address. Mr. Wise motioned to adjourn, seconded by Mrs. Nazzaro. The vote passed 4-0. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5reCv8GbPvE Meeting Adjourned from regular session at approximately 8:47pm. TO: Reading School Committee CC: Dr. Thomas Milaschewski, Superintendent of Schools Philip Littlehale, Interim Director of Finance and Operations DATE: November 22, 2024 FR: Katelyn Finnegan, Assistant Business Manager RE: Acceptance of FY25 METCO REI Implementation Grant Award The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has awarded the Reading Public Schools with a FY25 METCO REI Implementation Grant in the amount of $14,975. Reading Public Schools will target two initiatives with this funding opportunity. First, we will provide small group tutoring for Boston resident students in grades 4-8 in reading, literacy, and content standard support across the curriculum. To do this, we will use funding to pay for teacher time to provide group tutoring and academic support after school. This initiative maximizes time after the bell and before bus departure to ensure that students are receiving support with their grade-level academic work. Group tutoring will take place 1 day per week for 45 minutes. Students will be placed into small group tutoring using data and also through open invitation to ensure that all Boston resident students have access. Second, we will provide tutoring for five K-3 Boston resident students by contracting with Ignite Reading. This service pairs individual students with an online tutor, with careful attention to match the student with someone who shares their social identity such as race, ethnicity, or home language. Students will receive 15 minutes of virtual tutoring daily, 5 days a week, on a customized schedule to ensure that they are not absent from core instruction. Ignite Reading uses a baseline pre-assessment and ongoing progress monitoring to document growth and adjust instruction accordingly. Parents/guardians will also be provided a report card that documents their student’s progress. Thank you for your support with your vote to accept the FY25 METCO REI Implementation Grant Award. Reading Public Schools Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow 82 Oakland Road Reading, MA 01867 Phone: 781-944-5800 Fax: 781-942-9149 TO: Reading School Committee CC: Dr. Thomas Milaschewski, Superintendent of Schools Philip Littlehale, Interim Director of Finance and Operations DATE: December 2, 2024 FR: Katelyn Finnegan, Assistant Business Manager RE: Acceptance FY25 MyCAP Planning and Implementation Grant The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has awarded the Reading Public Schools with a FY25 My Career and Academic Plan (MyCAP) Planning and Implementation Grant in the amount of $22,500. MyCAP prepares students for college, career, and civic readiness. The MyCAP process allows students to discover their interests, passions, skills, and strengths. School counselors coach students while developing academic and work-based learning plans that are designed specifically for each student and aligned with their potential career interests. Students engage in experiences throughout high school to deepen their learning around strengths and interests. The school counseling department at Reading Memorial High School implements curriculum with students that takes them through self-discovery and culminates with a post-secondary plan at the end of grade 12. Middle schools in Reading are participating in MyCAP programming as well, and have redesigned electives to develop student interest and exploration around high-demand industries for the future generation of the labor force in Massachusetts. Every student participating in the Innovation Career Pathway develops a robust MyCAP plan that is designed to guide them through grades 9-12 and post-secondary education. Thank you for your support with your vote to accept the FY25 MyCAP Planning and Implementation Grant. Reading Public Schools Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow 82 Oakland Road Reading, MA 01867 Phone: 781-944-5800 Fax: 781-942-9149 TO: Reading School Committee FROM: Sarah Marchant, Coolidge Principal DATE: December 3, 2024 RE: Request to Surplus Property In compliance with the surplus disposition requirements of Massachusetts procurement law MGL Chapter 30B, I ask that the School Committee declare the items outlined below as surplus property: Coolidge Middle School Book Number Author Reason Star Girl 24 Jerry Spinelli Old, no longer using Write Source 2000 39 Great Source Education Old, no longer using JGB Roundtable: Level 1 51 Various Old, no longer using Brian's Winter 15 Gary Paulsen Old, no longer using The Young Man and the Sea 9 Rodman Philbrick Old, no longer using Drift House-The First Voyage 18 Dale Peck Old, no longer using Afternoon of the Elves 35 Janet Taylor Lyle Old, no longer using Black Duck 10 Janet Taylor Lyle Old, no longer using Seed Folks 39 Paul Fleischman Old, no longer using Star Girl 24 Jerry Spinelli Old, no longer using Item Number Other Reason 6 foot folding table 1 Broken Once declared, the school department will take the required steps to offer these items to Town departments, or resold, or disposed of in accordance with the laws and regulations of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Please feel free to contact me with questions about this request. Thank you. Reading Public Schools Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow 82 Oakland Road Reading, MA 01867 Phone: 781-944-5800 Fax: 781-942-9149 TO: Reading School Committee FROM: Olivia Lejeune, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent DATE: December 3, 2024 RE: Vote to Approve Wrestling Field Trip Request Please vote to approve an out of state field trip request to Nashua South High School, Nashua, NH on behalf of the RMHS Wrestling Team. The trip will take place on January 11 from approximately 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Please find attached the field trip approval forms. Thank you. Reading Public Schools Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow 82 Oakland Road Reading, MA 01867 Phone: 781-944-5800 Fax: 781-942-9149 TO: Reading School Committee FROM: Olivia Lejeune, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent DATE: December 3, 2024 RE: Vote to Approve Wrestling Field Trip Request Please vote to approve an out of state field trip request to Timberlane High School in Plaistow, NH on behalf of the RMHS Wrestling Team. The trip will take place on January 25 from approximately 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Please find attached the field trip approval forms. Thank you. Reading Public Schools Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow 82 Oakland Road Reading, MA 01867 Phone: 781-944-5800 Fax: 781-942-9149 TO: Reading School Committee FROM: Olivia Lejeune, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent DATE: December 3, 2024 RE: Vote to Accept Coolidge Middle School Drama Donation Please vote to accept a donation from the Tim Macfarland in the amount of $1,500. The purpose of this donation is to support the Coolidge Middle School Drama – Frozen Jr. Thank you. Reading Public Schools Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow 82 Oakland Road Reading, MA 01867 Phone: 781-944-5800 Fax: 781-942-9149 TO: Reading School Committee FROM: Olivia Lejeune, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent DATE: December 3, 2024 RE: Vote to Accept Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools Donation Please vote to accept a donation from the Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools in the amount of $1,000. The purpose of this donation is to support the first two 2 years of implementation to each school based on the commitment to being a Unified Champion School. The donation is limited to the following Unified Champion School related expenses: teacher/coach stipends, equipment and supplies, uniforms, and transportation. Thank you. Reading Public Schools Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow 82 Oakland Road Reading, MA 01867 Phone: 781-944-5800 Fax: 781-942-9149 TO: Reading School Committee FROM: Olivia Lejeune, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent DATE: December 3, 2024 RE: Vote to Accept Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools Donation Please vote to accept a donation from the Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools in the amount of $500. The purpose of this donation is to support Unified Bocce. The donation is limited to the following Unified Champion School related expenses: teacher/coach stipends, equipment and supplies, uniforms, and transportation. Thank you. Reading Public Schools Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow 82 Oakland Road Reading, MA 01867 Phone: 781-944-5800 Fax: 781-942-9149 TO: Reading School Committee FROM: Olivia Lejeune, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent DATE: December 3, 2024 RE: Vote to Accept Unified Sports Donation Please vote to accept a donation from Carl McFadden in the amount of $10,000. This is the first of two donations for the purpose of supporting the Unified Sports Program. Thank you. Reading Public Schools Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow 82 Oakland Road Reading, MA 01867 Phone: 781-944-5800 Fax: 781-942-9149 New Business Reading Public Schools School Committee Meeting Packet December 5, 2024 TO: Reading School Committee FROM: Olivia Lejeune, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent DATE: December 3, 2024 RE: High School Professional Development During the December 5 School Committee Meeting, Principal Callanan and Director of Academic Achievement Ms. Buckley will present an overview of the professional learning initiatives at RMHS over the past several years. This programmatic and thoughtful approach to ongoing professional development is a point of pride, and the opportunity to share this work with the School Committee and community is greatly appreciated. The presentation will highlight a multi-tiered strategy to ensure 100% of RMHS staff engage in professional learning. This approach supports their lifelong learning, fosters professional growth, and aligns with the DESE's requirements for the 5-year cyclical license renewal process. Reading Public Schools Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow 82 Oakland Road Reading, MA 01867 Phone: 781-944-5800 Fax: 781-942-9149 TO: Reading School Committee FROM: Olivia Lejeune, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent DATE: December 3, 2024 RE: Q1 – FY 25 Financial Update During the December 5 School Committee Meeting, the Q1 – FY 25 Financial Update will be presented. A copy of the presentation can be found in the packet. Reading Public Schools Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow 82 Oakland Road Reading, MA 01867 Phone: 781-944-5800 Fax: 781-942-9149 FY25 Q1: General Fund Administration 1,374,689 -1,374,689 315,476 33,113 1,026,100 25.36% 2.44% General Education 33,139,716 -33,139,716 3,366,280 529,701 29,243,735 11.76% 58.85% Special Education 17,572,955 -17,572,955 1,618,891 3,423,938 12,530,126 28.70% 31.21% District Wide: Health Services 969,558 -969,558 91,747 200 877,611 9.48% Extra Curricular 81,186 -81,186 14,602 17,310 49,274 39.31% Athletics 789,018 -789,018 126,471 179,907 482,639 38.83% Technology 686,736 -686,736 182,083 8,980 495,673 27.82% Sub-total District Wide 2,526,498 -2,526,498 414,903 206,397 1,905,197 24.59% 4.49% School Facilities 1,696,953 -1,696,953 398,452 321,018 977,483 42.40% 3.01% GRAND TOTAL 56,310,811 -56,310,811 6,114,002 4,514,168 45,682,642 18.87% Cost Center FY25 Original Budget Transfers FY25 Revised Budget FY25 Q1 Expenditures FY25 Q1 Encumb. FY25 Q1 Available FY25 Q1 % Used FY25 Q1: Grants Grant Beginning FY25 Year Balance Q1 Expended & Encumb. Remaining Requireme nt Projected End Year Balance Beginning FY25 Year Balance Q1 Expended & Encumb. Remaining Requireme nt Projected End Year Balance Beginning FY25 Year Balance Q1 Expended & Encumb. Remaining Requireme nt Projected End Year Balance Beginning FY25 Year Balance Q1 Expended & Encumb. Remaining Requiremen t Projected End Year Balance STATE METCO 133,937 133,937 - - 815,699 39,343 656,356 120,000 METCO BBI 1,420 - 1,420 - METCO REI 15,000 15,000 - - Northeast Food 5,048 - 5,048 - Dept. of Public Health 90,716 10,030 80,686 - Innovation Career Pathways Support 50,000 19,359 30,641 - Skills Capital Technology and Equip. 75,000 9,643 65,357 - TOTAL STATE -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 155,405$ 148,937$ 6,468$ -$ 1,031,415$ 78,374$ 833,040$ 120,000$ FEDERAL Title I 13,230 5,479 7,751 - 89,152 15,000 74,152 - Title II 17,829 4,484 13,345 - 43,775 - 43,775 - Title IV 6,308 5,880 428 - 10,000 - 10,000 - IDEA 240 1,152 1,152 - - 471,648 128,106 343,542 - 1,170,400 15,519 1,003,640 151,241 IDEA 262 21,753 2,714 19,039 - IDEA IEP 5,505 5,505 - - Chronic Absenses 2,850 2,850 - - ELIM. TIME OUT ROOMS 44,459 44,459 - - ESSER III $ 707 $ 707 $ - $ - TOTAL FEDERAL 707$ 707$ -$ -$ 1,152$ 1,152$ -$ -$ 561,829$ 196,763$ 365,066$ -$ 1,335,080$ 33,234$ 1,150,605$ 151,241$ FY25FY22FY23FY24 FY25 Q1: Revolving Accounts Fee-Based Programs Fund code FY25 Balance July 1, 2024 FY25 Q1 Actual Rev e nue FY25 Q1 Actual Expend. FY25 Q1 Balance FY25 FY Forecast Revenue FY25 FY Forecast Expend FY25 Offsets FY25 YE Forecast Balance Athletics 4320 82,012 84,224 - 166,236 429,600 69,600 404,720 37,292 Community Education -Drivers Ed. and Adult Ed.4390 148,464 40,169 28,318 160,315 100,000 85,000 - 163,464 Community Education - Summer Programs 4400 67,275 7,509 55,465 19,319 70,000 55,465 - 81,810 Drama Activities Coolidge 4380 27,435 - 1,194 26,241 32,000 25,000 15,000 19,435 Drama Activities Parker 4360 42,169 - 2,315 39,854 33,000 25,000 15,000 35,169 Drama Activities RMHS 4350 49,270 880 20,350 29,800 55,000 45,000 34,000 25,270 Extended Day Program 4378 163,596 304,760 181,322 287,034 2,050,000 1,975,000 75,000 163,596 After School Activities Parker 4370 71,939 2,280 2,576 71,643 25,000 25,000 - 71,939 Extracurricular Parker 4327 640 - - 640 - - - 640 Extracurricular Coolidge 4326 2,698 - - 2,698 - - - 2,698 Extracurricular Band Activities 4354 6,194 6,000 4,600 7,594 14,000 15,000 - 5,194 Guidance Testing 4325 13,214 11,376 - 24,590 80,000 80,000 - 13,214 Full Day Kindergarten Tuition 4440 672,793 128,154 - 800,947 305,950 - 485,000 493,743 RISE Preschool Program 4410 287,650 100,560 3,742 384,467 500,000 20,000 350,000 417,650 Special Education Tuition 4430 650 - - 650 - - - 650 School Choice 4315 159,040 39,758 - 198,798 252,500 - 159,040 252,500 School Lunch Program 4310 1,286,074 89,476 409,405 966,145 2,700,000 2,600,000 257,192 1,128,882 School Transportation 4330 - 42,350 - 42,350 45,000 45,000 - - Use of School Property 4420 45,090 92,480 17,163 120,407 270,000 120,000 170,000 25,090 Lost Books/Tech 4450 34,517 13,971 756 47,732 17,200 15,000 - 36,717 Special Education Stabalization Fund 8226 385,163 - - 385,163 - - - 385,163 TOTAL Fee-based Revolving Funds 3,545,882$ 963,946$ 727,205$ 3,782,623$ 6,979,250$ 5,200,065$ 1,964,952$ 3,360,115$ FY25 Q1: Gift/Donation Accounts Gifts/Donations Fund code FY25 Balance July 1, 2024 FY25 Q1 Actual Revenue FY25 Q1 Actual Expend./Enc. FY25 Q1 Balance District Donation Fund 4790 14,040$ -$ 4,542$ 9,498$ Barrows Donations Fund 4791 1,894$ 246$ 675$ 1,465$ Birch Meadow Donation Fund 4792 8,480$ 297$ 473$ 8,304$ Joshua Eaton Donation Fund 4793 3,904$ 440$ 873$ 3,470$ Joshua Eaton Donation Fund 4751 9,630$ -$ -$ 9,630$ JW Killam Donation Fund 4794 23,783$ 313$ 2,809$ 21,287$ Wood End Donation Fund 4795 17,566$ 268$ 410$ 17,424$ Coolidge Donation Fund 4796 12,717$ 62,085$ -$ 74,802$ Parker Donation Fund 4797 9,452$ 1,213$ 2,266$ 8,399$ High School Donation Fund 4798 16,558$ 6,951$ 5,951$ 17,558$ SEPAC Donation Fund 4760 300$ -$ -$ 300$ Special Education Donation Fund 4799 319$ -$ -$ 319$ Libby Scholarship Donation Fund 4752 1,138,829$ -$ -$ 1,138,829$ TOTAL Gift/Donation Revolving Funds 1,257,473$ 71,812$ 17,999$ 1,311,285$ FY25 Q1: Student Activity Accounts Student Activity Accounts Fund code FY25 Balance July 1, 2024 FY25 Q1 Actual Revenue FY25 Q1 Actual Expend./Enc. FY25 Q1 Balance Barrows Student Activities 8950 6,521$ 60$ 5,477$ 1,104$ Birch Meadow Student Activities 8950 13,210$ 122$ -$ 13,332$ Joshua Eaton Student Activities 8950 5,125$ 45$ 1,444$ 3,726$ JW Killam Student Activities 8950 15,489$ 142$ -$ 15,631$ Wood End Student Activities 8950 16,304$ 194$ -$ 16,498$ Coolidge Student Activities 8950 38,660$ 27,812$ -$ 66,472$ Parker Student Activities 8950 7,643$ 60,443$ 8,683$ 59,403$ High School Student Activities 8950 125,415$ 12,702$ 7,738$ 130,379$ RISE Student Activities 8950 1,333$ 12$ 1,345$ TOTAL Student Activity Accounts 229,700$ 101,531$ 23,342$ 307,889$ TO: Reading School Committee FROM: Dr. Thomas Milaschewski, Superintendent DATE: December 2, 2024 RE: FY26 School Committee Budget Priorities Discussion During the December 5 School Committee meeting, the committee will discuss the FY26 budget and provide the administration with priorities for its development. Reading Public Schools Instilling a joy of learning and inspiring the innovative leaders of tomorrow 82 Oakland Road Reading, MA 01867 Phone: 781-944-5800 Fax: 781-942-9149 Information/Correspondence Reading Public Schools School Committee Meeting Packet December 5, 2024