Chariho School Committee Meeting Regular Session Minutes June 9, 2015

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1 Chariho School Committee Meeting Regular Session Minutes June 9, 2015 Committee Members Present: Chair Craig Louzon, Vice Chair Sylvia Stanley, George Abbott, Ronald Areglado, Donna Chambers, William Day, Stephen Huzyk, Lisa Macaruso and Kevin McGreevy. Absent: Keven Miller and Georgia Ure. Administrators Present: Superintendent Barry Ricci, Assistant Superintendent Jane Daly, Director of Administration and Finance Brian Stanley, Middle School Principal Gregory Zenion, RYSE School Director Carolyn Garlick and Special Education Director Jennifer Durkin. Also in attendance: NEA President Vin Levcowich, NEA Vice President Chris Fee, Parent Liaison Catherine Giusti and School Committee Clerk Donna Sieczkiewicz. I. Meeting Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Silent Meditation Chair Louzon called the meeting of the Chariho School Committee, which was held in the Chariho High School Library, to order at 6:30 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance was followed by a moment of silent meditation. II. Executive Session Ronald Areglado made a motion, seconded by William Day and it was VOTED: That the School Committee go into executive session and close the meeting to the public under the authority of R.I. General Laws Section (a)(2) for the purpose of discussions pertaining to collective bargaining (approval of Executive Session Minutes of May 26, 2015 NEA ESP Contract; approval of Executive Session Minutes of May 26, NEA Certified Staff Grievance; and NEA ESP Contract update) and litigation (approval of Executive Session Minutes of May 26, Potential Litigation - NEA Certified Staff Appeal). In favor: Unanimous. The Committee returned to open session at 6:53 PM and Chair Louzon reconvened the meeting at 7:04 PM. III. Closing/Sealing of Executive Session Minutes 1. Superintendent Ricci recommended that minutes pertaining to collective bargaining (NEA ESP Contract) remain sealed until such time as an agreement has been reached. Ronald Areglado made a motion, seconded by Stephen Huzyk and it was VOTED: That the minutes pertaining to collective bargaining (NEA ESP Contract) remain sealed until such time as an agreement has been reached. In favor: Unanimous. IV. Disclosure of Executive Session Votes Chair Louzon reported that there were six votes taken in executive session. The first vote, approval of executive session minutes of May 26, 2015 (NEA Certified Staff Appeal), passed with 9 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstentions with Abbott, Areglado, Chambers, Day, Huzyk, Louzon, Macaruso, McGreevy and Stanley voting in favor. The second vote, approval of executive session minutes of May 26, 2015 (NEA ESP Contract), passed with 9 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstentions with Abbott, Areglado, Chambers, Day, Huzyk, Louzon, Macaruso, McGreevy and Stanley voting in favor. The third vote, approval of executive session minutes of May 26, 2015 (NEA ESP Certified Staff Grievance) passed with 9 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstentions with Abbott, Areglado, Chambers, Day, Huzyk, Louzon, Macaruso, McGreevy and Stanley voting in favor. 1

2 The fourth vote, pertaining to an amendment regarding the NEA ESP Contract, passed with 9 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstentions with Abbott, Areglado, Chambers, Day, Huzyk, Louzon, Macaruso, McGreevy and Stanley voting in favor. The fifth vote, a matter pertaining to the NEA ESP Contract, passed with 9 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstentions with Abbott, Areglado, Chambers, Day, Huzyk, Louzon, Macaruso, McGreevy and Stanley voting in favor. The sixth vote, to return to open session, was unanimous with 9 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstentions with Abbott, Areglado, Chambers, Day, Huzyk, Louzon, Macaruso, McGreevy and Stanley voting in favor. V. Recognition The following were congratulated: 1. High School Senior Isabel Baker for breaking the Girls Track 1500 meter school record. 2. Christian Sardelli and Daniel Carberry for carrying the Special Olympics Torch representing Chariho athletes. 3. High School Social Studies Teacher Mark Gardner Co-recipient of the Susan B. Wilson Civic Education Merit Award Grand Prize of $1,000 (League of Women Voters). 4. Post Season Awards: High School Boys Track & Field Southern Division: Nick Mead (1 st Team All-Division 110 High Hurdles and 300 Intermediate Hurdles; 2 nd Team All-Division 4x400 Relay; Class B 2nd Team 110 High Hurdles; and Voted Co-MVP by Track Coaches); Cameron Richard (1 st Team All-Division Javelin and 3 rd Team All-Division High Jump); James Costigan (2 nd Team All-Division Discus and 3 rd Team Class B Shot Put); Mitchell Carrier (3 rd Team All- Division 1500 and 2 nd Team All-Division 4x400 Relay); Brennan Reynolds (2 nd Team All-Division 4x400 Relay and 3 rd Team Class B 4x800 Relay); Matt Tierney (3 rd Team All-Division 4x800 Relay; 2 nd Team All-Division 4x400 Relay; and 3 rd Team Class B 4x800 Relay); Lakota Northup (3 rd Team All-Division 4x800 Relay and 3 rd Team Class B 4x800 Relay); Nate Shimkus (3 rd Team All-Division Pole Vault and 3 rd Team Class B Pole Vault); Ed Golas (3 rd Team All-Division 4x800 Relay and 3 rd Team Class B 4x800 Relay); and JT Luckman (3 rd Team All-Division 4x800 Relay). High School Golf Southern Division: Corey Zegarzewski (1 st Team All-Division and 1 st Team All-State); Nick Chartier (2 nd Team All-Division); and Tyler D Alfonso (3 rd Team All-Division). High School Baseball Division II South: Chris Edgerley (2 nd Team All-Division); Darin Thibeault (1 st Team All-Division); and Jake Blacklock (Gold Glove Award two years running). High School Boys Tennis DII Suburban A: Jason Darmanin and Nick Lecours (1 st Team All- Division, Singles) and Chandler Scott (2 nd Team All-Division, Singles). 5. In Attendance: High School Boys JV Lacrosse Team Division III State Champions: Jacob Beauregard, Douglas Coppa, Zachary DeLuise, Jonathan Dougherty, Nicholas Edwards, James Foley, William Foley, Matthew Gilman, Zachary Grassi, Benjamin Hubertus, Lucas Iacobbo, Wyatt Jeffries, Chayton Jones, William Jurovich, Steven Knott, Ryan Pater, Quintin Reynolds, Aidan Van Horn, Brine Wotherspoon; Coaches: Matt Cauchon and Ty Hartshorn. 6. In Attendance: High School Girls Lacrosse Team Division III State Champions (Post Season Awards Notes): Sami Orciari (All League), Maisie Jones (2 nd Team All-South), Dana Sutcliffe, Brianna Williams, Savannah Dube, Patience Coombe, Payton St. Lawrence, Abby Cuddy (1 st Team All-South), Alyssa Bromley (2 nd Team All-South), Izzy Rinne, Haley Dyer, Ali Bobbin, Amanda Picozzi (All League), Megan Kirby (1 st Team All-South), Kathleen Carpenter, Katie Cuddy (2 nd Team All-South), Maeve Anderson, Molly Beaudreau, Brooke Brierly, Evelyn Conroy, Marina Judkins, Caroline Walsh, Maddie Powers, Madison Newman (1 st Team All- South); Head Coach Michelle Tebbets, Assistant Coach Emily Fallon. 2

3 7. Certified Staff Retirees: Jane Bartholomew, Kathryn Montague-Magnotta, Lynn Norton and Patricia Risley. ESP (Support Staff) Retirees: William Allen, Kathleen Falcone, Karen Mott, Lauren Race, Patricia Rosso and Susan Sewall. VI. Public Forum Richmond resident Jackie Kenyon spoke on Matt Lauer s visit to Hope Valley School. She wanted to note the many positive things that go on at Chariho. Retired teacher Etta Zasloff introduced an online social network Chariho Cares that she and another retired teacher (Sue Davis) have initiated. VII. Policy A. Early College, Dual and Concurrent Enrollment Policy Superintendent Ricci recommended adoption of this policy which adheres to new regulations requiring this be in place by June 30 th. VOTED: To adopt the Early College, Dual and Concurrent Enrollment Policy. In favor: Unanimous. B. Promotion/Retention Policy K-8 Superintendent Ricci recommended approval of the revised policy (minor changes - Summer School has been replaced by Night School). VOTED: To approve the revised Promotion/Retention Policy K-8. In favor: Unanimous. VIII. Business A. Field Trip(s) Superintendent Ricci recommended approval of the following contingent upon compliance with policy: 1. Preliminary approval request of Stacie Pepperd for 4 students and 2 chaperones to travel to the National FFA Convention in Louisville, KY from October 27 to October 30, Final approval will be requested at a future meeting once all insurance documents have been secured. Four FFA students plus Stacie were in attendance and answered questions about the conference. Ronald Areglado made a motion, seconded by Stephen Huzyk and it was VOTED: To grant preliminary approval of the request of Stacie Pepperd for 4 students and 2 chaperones to travel to the National FFA Convention in Louisville, KY from October 27 to October 30, 2015 with a request for final approval coming forward at a future meeting once all insurance documents have been secured. In favor: Unanimous. B. Report from LAC - LAC members have submitted the Annual Report for the Committee s acceptance (along with their financial statement). Chelsea Brayman was in attendance to highlight achievements and answer questions. It was noted that parent involvement has increased dramatically with a majority of parents replacing staff as officers. Chelsea was thanked. Superintendent Ricci recommended that the Committee accept the report and place it on file. VOTED: To accept the LAC Report and place it on file. In favor: Unanimous. C. Update on Middle School Deans - This item was on the agenda at the request of Ron Areglado. Principal Greg Zenion was in attendance and provided an update. He noted that discipline referrals were up from last year but feels that things will settle next year. They had 34% of 8 th graders inducted in the National Junior Honor Society which is outstanding. Greg was thanked. 3

4 D. Approval to Submit PREPARE RI Grant Superintendent Ricci recommended approval to submit this grant proposal (up to $250,000) which will allow the District to expand and enhance the Health Careers Program while, at the same time, experiment with a four-year career and technical center program. As the deadline for submission was Friday, the grant was sent but if the Committee does not approve it, the grant will be pulled. The money, most likely, will have to be allocated prior to June 30 th so we should hear something by then. George questioned what happens when the grant money runs out to which the Superintendent replied that the District would assume this. He does not expect a significant impact on the budget as this is expected to bring in increased enrollment from other districts. Kevin noted that while he thinks this is a great idea, he will need to recuse from voting as he is employed by South County Hospital and still has a stake in CVS. VOTED: To approve submission of the PREPARE RI Grant. In favor: Abbott, Areglado, Chambers, Day, Huzyk, Louzon, Macaruso and Stanley. Recused: McGreevy. The motion carried by a vote of 8 in favor with 1 recusal. E. Approval of Consolidated Resource Plan Superintendent Ricci recommended approval to submit the CRP (application for federal funds Title I, Title II and Special Education). An explanation of funding for each was provided. This is required yearly. VOTED: To approve submission of the Consolidated Resource Plan. In favor: Unanimous. F. Approval of Perkins Grant Superintendent Ricci recommended approval to submit the Perkins Grant (federal funds for CTC). He noted that any high school can access these funds; there is a small amount going to Narragansett for their agriculture program. An explanation of what is funded was provided. VOTED: To approve submission of the Perkins Grant. In favor: Unanimous. G. Approval of Adult Education Grant Superintendent Ricci recommended approval to submit the Adult Education Grant which is used for courses offered to post high school individuals at night. VOTED: To approve submission of the Adult Education Grant. In favor: Unanimous. H. Permission to Conduct Sale of Surplus Property Superintendent Ricci recommended approval to hold this annual event which is scheduled for June 26. A list of items to be sold was included in the Committee s packet. First option is given to municipal and non-profit agencies with advertisement on the District s web page. Ron questioned where the money goes to which the Superintendent responded that it goes into revenue but the District never makes much, if any, money on this sale. VOTED: To approve the annual Sale of Surplus Property. In favor: Unanimous. I. Options for and Tour of R.Y.S.E. School Facility - This item was on the agenda at the request of Lisa Macaruso. Carolyn Garlick was in attendance and conducted a tour of the facility. Lisa thanked Carolyn for the tour and discussion ensued on the need to look at options for the housing of the clinical day and alternative programs. It was noted that if the bond had been passed, money would have been saved by building rather than leasing the trailers (Brian stated that the District has paid around $2,053,000 for leasing expenses). The condition of the trailers is now warranting attention as the lease will soon be up for renewal (May 2017). The cost to 4

5 remove and replace the trailers is high. The planned cost of a new building was around $5 million but the District could get up to 60% back if the moratorium is lifted. Lisa Macaruso made a motion, which was seconded by Steve Huzyk that the School Committee form a Task Force, consisting of the following: three (3) School Committee Members, three (3) Town Council Members (one from each town), the RYSE School Director, the Superintendent, one (1) LAC member, one (1) parent and one (1) RYSE School student, to explore funding and options for the RYSE School and report back to the School Committee with its findings. Ron felt the equation should be balanced and that the Task Force should include parents of regular education students as well. Lisa Macaruso made an amendment to the motion, seconded by Ronald Areglado and it was VOTED: That three parents of either regular or special education students (one from each town) be included on the RYSE Task Force. In favor: Unanimous. Lisa Macaruso made a motion, seconded by Stephen Huzyk and it was VOTED: That a RYSE School Task Force be established, to include three (3) School Committee Members, a Town Council Representative from each of the three towns, three (3) parents (one from each town), a representative from the Local Advisory Council, a RYSE School student, the RYSE School Director and the Superintendent, and charged with exploring facility and funding options for the RYSE School (clinical day and alternative programs). The Task Force will report back to the School Committee with its findings. In favor: Unanimous. School Committee volunteers were Ron, Bill, Kevin and Lisa. Bill stated that he would defer Richmond s position to Kevin. Sylvia Stanley made a motion, seconded by Donna Chambers and it was VOTED: To nominate Ron Areglado (Charlestown), Kevin McGreevy (Richmond) and Lisa Macaruso (Hopkinton) as the School Committee representatives on the RYSE Task Force. In favor: Unanimous. Kevin stated that Lisa should be named Chair of the Task Force. Superintendent Ricci noted that he will reach out to the Town Councils. IX. Consent Agenda Items Chair Louzon requested items to be pulled or clarifying questions. There were none. Donna Chambers recognized the donations and thanked the donors. Ronald Areglado made a motion, seconded by Kevin McGreevy and it was VOTED: To move the Consent Agenda items. In favor: Unanimous. A. Minutes Approved the following: 1. Executive Session Minutes of May 26, 2015 (Approval of Executive Session Minutes of May minutes not sealed). 2. Regular Session Minutes of May 26, B. Transfers None at this time. C. Bills Approved. D. Budget Summary None at this time. E. Treasurer s Report None at this time. F. Personnel Actions 1. Approved the maternity leave of absence request of Jennifer LaPietra from the position of High School Mathematics Teacher effective August 26, 2015 through November 27, 2015 (return to work date of November 30, 2015) in accordance with Article 18, Section C-1a of the collective bargaining agreement. 2. Accepted the resignation request of Jennifer Fyrer for year two ( school year) from the extracurricular position of Middle School Math 1:1 Model Classroom Educator effective June 30,

6 3. Appointed Thomas Favorito to the position of High School Football Head Coach for pending receipt of all required application materials (required certifications are on file). 4. Appointed the following to the position of Science Curriculum Revision Task Force effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016: Kim Allen (elementary), Cynthia Potter (MS), Stephen Cormier (MS), Dawn Healy (elementary), Clare Ornburn (elementary), Martha Dion (HS), Paul Rodarmor (HS), Mary Manning (HS). 5. Rescinded the non-renewal of the following: Robert Wild (1.0 FTE contingent upon receipt of appropriate certification by August 15, 2015), Paige Leddy (1.0 FTE), Daniel Angell (1.0 FTE contingent upon receipt of appropriate certification by August 15, 2015), Lauren Durante (1.0 FTE), Carolyn Coulson (1.0 FTE contingent upon receipt of appropriate certification by August 15, 2015), Elizabeth Sanfilippo (1.0 FTE contingent upon receipt of appropriate certification by August 15, 2015), Kaitlin Diggle (1.0 FTE), Brooke Burke (1.0 FTE). Steven Hudson (1.0 FTE contingent upon receipt of appropriate certification by August 15, 2015), Elizabeth Hughes (.8 FTE contingent upon receipt of appropriate certification by August 15, 2015), Carrie Alessio (.4 FTE), Andrew Dangelo (1.0 FTE contingent upon receipt of appropriate certification by August 15, 2015), Lisa Reed (.4 FTE contingent upon receipt of appropriate certification by August 15, 2015). 6. Non-renewed Denise Carneiro from the position of 1.0 FTE CTC Cosmetology Teacher and rescinded the non-renewal of this individual to the position of.8 FTE CTC Cosmetology Teacher contingent upon receipt of appropriate certification by August 15, G. Permission to Issue Bids/Request Quotes Granted permission to issue the following: 1. Middle School Locker Room Floors Painting Bid 2. Ceiling Tile and Ceiling Grid System Replacement Bid H. Permission to Award Contracts None at this time. I. Home Instruction Action taken in executive session. J. Grants None at this time. K. Donations Accepted the following: 1. Donation from Harold Ward of a 24 staging plank, valued at $1126, wall brackets and posts, valued at $323, to the CTC Construction Technology Program. 2. Donation from American Culinary Federation (Rhode Island Chapter) of $500 to both Culinary Arts Gold Medal Winners (Giulio LaPaglia and Paige Brown) to help offset the cost of their trip to the SkillsUSA Competition. X. Reports A. Subcommittee Report Nothing to report. B. Superintendent s Report 1. Graduation Ryan Center parking is reserved; SC will meet on the 2 nd floor at 5:00 PM. 2. Chair to Host Meeting with Union Leadership to improve communication/relations. 3. Simulated Crisis Bill and Donna observed. There will be a debriefing in a few weeks. 4. RIDE 21 st Century Skills Assessment Middle School finished 2 nd in the State. C. Coming Events were highlighted. XI. School Committee Requests for Future Agenda Items or Legal Opinions Sylvia requested discussion on the School Committee minutes (what has to be included). Chair Louzon asked that Exit Interview discussion resume as there is one person who has requested an Exit Interview. XII. Adjournment VOTED: To adjourn at 9:35 PM. In favor: Unanimous. Donna J. Sieczkiewicz, Clerk 6