Minutes
Quincy, Massachusetts – June 11, 2014
Regular Meeting of the Quincy School Committee
Regular Meeting
A regular meeting of the Quincy School Committee was held on Wednesday,
June 11, 2014 in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. Present were
Mayor Thomas Koch, Mr. Paul Bregoli, Mr. Noel DiBona, Ms. Barbara Isola,
Mrs. Anne Mahoney, Mr. David McCarthy, and Mrs. Kathryn Hubley, Vice Chair.
Vice-Chair
Presiding
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The Superintendent called the roll and all were present. Also present were:
Dr. Richard DeCristofaro, Secretary; Ms. Laura Owens, Clerk; Mr. Michael
Draicchio, Mr. John Fagerlund, Mrs. Mary Fredrickson, Mrs. Jane Kisielius,
Mrs. Robin Moreira, Mr. Joseph Newton, Mr. James Mullaney, Deputy
Superintendent Kevin Mulvey, Dr. Maryanne Palmer, Mrs. Maura Papile, Ms.
Madeline Roy, Mr. Keith Segalla, Mr. John Sullivan, Ms. Judy Todd, Ms. Julie
Tuite; Quincy High School Representative to School Committee Ms. Lindsay
Schrier; and Ms. Allison Cox, President, Quincy Education Association.
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There was a moment of silence for Mrs. Ann Cannon, former secretary at the
Snug Harbor Community School.
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Regular Meeting Minutes Approved
5/21/14
Mayor Koch made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bregoli, to approve the Regular
Meeting minutes for May 21, 2014. On a voice vote, the ayes have it.
Public Hearing Minutes Approved
6/4/14
Ms. Isola made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bregoli, to approve the Public
Hearing minutes for June 4, 2014. On a voice vote, the ayes have it.
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Open Forum
Ms. Melissa Juarez spoke in favor of continuing with MCAS testing.
Mr. Scott Alessandro expressed concerns about the National Background Check
being implemented for volunteers. Not all volunteers will have direct and
unmonitored contact with students. He is requesting further discussion.
Mrs. Courtney Perdios spoke on the proposed Sterling Grade 4-8 configuration and
suggested adding a Grades 6-8 configuration to the Feasibility Study and that School
Committee vote on adding this configuration option.
Ms. Serenity Bello spoke in opposition to the Sterling Grade 4-8 configuration and
asked School Committee to consider what other options are possible.
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Superintendent's
Report
Dr. DeCristofaro opened the Superintendent's Report by recognizing retiring
Health Services Coordinator Jane Kisielius. In her 20 years of experience with
Quincy Public Schools, she leaves a legacy of professional and management
skills, rappor with students and families, connections outside our school
system, leadership, grant writing, professional development, and effective and
personal collaboration with staff.
Mr. John Fagerlund then introduced the Department of Public Works Contest
Winners for 2014. The many events celebrating Public Works Week included
the Bike Rodeo, displays of high school Science Fair projects, a luncheon
prepared by Quincy High School Culinary students, and the Name the Robot
Contest. The Grade 5 Banner contest was sponsored by Bay State Recycling and
the winners were recognized: Parker (1st place), Sterling (2nd), and Point
Webster (3rd). The Grade 4 Essay Contest winners were also recognized: Song
Yu Chen, Parker (3rd place); Nancy Chen (2nd place); Marissa Maher, Atherton
Hough (1st place)
Recent events included the 10th Annual Special Olympics on June 6 for 168
students at Pageant Field; the Student Athlete Summit, sponsored by Granite
Links, Quincy Medical, SSYMCA, Stop & Shop, where 100 Grade 11 students
learned about injury prevention, nutrition, leadership skills. QARI honored QPS
on May 31 for their many years of partnership. At a Boston Financial Data
Services event for 200 managers at Quincy High School on June 9, Skills USA
students hosted and the combined high school chorus and band performed. Dr.
DeCristofaro thanked School Committee for participating in the recent high
school graduation of 678 students in the Class of 2014. Debbie Cheung,
Guidance Counselor at Atlantic Middle School, received recognition from the
Norfolk County Teacher's Association at their annual dinner on June 3.
Dr. DeCristofaro concluded his report with the Inspire Quincy video featuring
the Central Middle School chorus and band concert, the Broad Meadows Science
Fair, Point Webster Author visits, the Student Athlete Summit, the Clifford
Marshall, Squantum, and Merrymount spring concerts; the Beechwood Knoll
health initiative; and the high school Commencements.
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New Business
PARCC/MCAS Testing
(Vote)
Ms. Roy began by reviewing the PARCC Field Test that was held this spring in all
school districts in Massachusetts. Quincy Public Schools tested at twelve schools (5
elementary, all five middle, and both high schools). 680 students were assessed in
either Performance-Based or End of Year Assessments. Students were selected
randomly; three schools administered paper and pencil versions, and nine schools
tested online. The Information Technology staff supported the principals, 88
teachers, and school office administrators along with Mary Fredrickson who
managed this test administration. Most students were able to complete the tests in
the designated time frames and on the whole, Quincy Public Schools was able to
successfully implement the PARCC field test requirements.
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is asking districts
to choose which test to administer in Spring 2015. Mrs. Fredrickson presented
consideration for School Committee, including information from DESE meetings,
conversations with principals and SLT. Districts selecting PARCC must also
designate whether they will administer the test online or paper and pencil. The
deadline to notify DESE is June 30, with a final deadline of October 1. Districts that
do not respond by October 1 will administer MCAS.
Regardless of School Committee’s decision, at the high school level, students
graduating through 2018 will continue to take MCAS at Grade 10. Students may
choose to take high school level PARCC tests in Grade 11 to qualify to take credit
bearing courses at state colleges. Students in Grades 5 and 8 will continue to take
the MCAS for Science.
Comparisons of the MCAS and PARCC testing windows were shared. MCAS would
follow the usual schedule of March for ELA and May for Math. Sample testing
schedules for Grades 3 and 8 illustrated the differences in testing time for ELA and
Mathematics. MCAS, Grade 3: 210 minutes total; PARCC, Grade 3: 740 minutes
total. MCAS, Grade 8: 310 minutes; PARCC, Grade 8: 945 minutes. In evaluating
technology needs, most middle and high schools and but only some elementary
schools meet the minimum needs for online PARCC administration. In term of
reporting, PARCC performance will be analyzed against previous MCAS
performance.
DESE has collected post-administration survey data and learned that students were
able to be engaged with the new online assessments; schools and districts will
benefit from more time and support as they prepare for online testing. The majority
of schools need more devices to test all of their students. DESE is planning to
support schools by planning for a much longer training cycle, grade-by-grade maps
of computer skills and tools that students need, practice tests and tutorials, and
short quick start guides for principals and teachers. PARCC sample sets and
tutorials will be available. School districts administering PARCC will be held
harmless, meaning their performance level cannot decline from 2014. School
districts choosing to administer MCAS will not be held harmless.
Mr. Bregoli asked if DESE is definitely planning to move to PARCC; Mrs.
Frederickson said that the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE)
will make that decision in November of 2015 after comparing data for the two
tests. Mr. Bregoli said resources were expended for no return this year, and
expressed concerns about the amount of testing, time practicing and taking tests is
time spent away from learning. Ms. Schrier asked if the format of test questions is
similar to MCAS, part of success for past students was familiarity. Mrs. Frederickson
said that the released items online show the level of challenge; PARCC assesses in a
different way than MCAS.
Mr. McCarthy thanked Mrs. Fredrickson and Ms. Roy for their diligence in
administering the field test. He asked for clarification on timeline, if we opt out this
year, will we have another opportunity to vote again in the future or will PARCC be
implemented by BESE without choice. Ms. Roy said the choice before us is just for
Spring 2015 and BESE will make the decision in November 2015 to go with PARCC
or not and we will not have a choice at that point.
Mrs. Mahoney asked for clarification on what this year's choice is. Mrs. Fredrickson
said that we are choosing to administer MCAS or PARCC in Spring 2015: if we
choose PARCC, this is an operational assessment with results. If we choose MCAS,
we will receive results as always. DESE will be comparing the results of both tests
and comparing exemplar student work. Mrs. Mahoney is concerned about the level
of rigor that goes into preparing and taking these assessments, opportunities for
creatively engaging with students becomes more limited. If we take PARCC, our
students may or may not do well; it is a risk, or do we allow other communities to
take the risk. Mrs. Mahoney asked if students or parents have been surveyed for
their feeling about the transition. This is a lot of information to absorb before
voting this evening.
Dr. DeCristofaro reminded the School Committee that this is not Quincy Public
School’s timeline. MCAS will be phased out and we will have to prepare to
transition to whatever DESE mandates. We can learn from other communities even
if we do not administer PARCC ourselves next year. From the field test, we know
the demands on a school to administer these tests and we have to focus on how we
prepare our students.
Mrs. Mahoney said this is a huge leap of faith to move to the PARCC; sometimes it is
better to let others take the lead. She is very uncomfortable with the idea of giving
up a year's worth of MCAS data and the assistance it gives with challenging our
students.
Ms. Isola said that her concerns center around data analysis by DESE, and whether
classroom educator input into the value of PARCC will be a factor. Ms. Isola asked
about data upload and staffing needed to manage this, another unfunded
mandate. Mrs. Fredrickson said the state is looking at the issue and talking about
providing unspecified support. Ms. Roy said that on the DESE conference calls,
there was discussion about assistance with initial uploads only. QPS would still
have to verify student rosters and accommodations and any move-in students. Ms.
Isola is concerned about technology preparation and the additional funding
needed. Ms. Isola said that Common Core was instituted to raise standards, but
Massachusetts already had high levels of achievement and teachers have been
required to revise their teaching perhaps unnecessarily. She also noted that the
number of hours that Grade 8 students will be testing is tripling to 15.75 hours. Ms.
Isola is also concerned about data; so much of our School and Program
Improvement Plans are focused on student achievement and progress. School
Committee's use of that information informs the decisions for budgets. Ms. Isola
appreciates all the work the Curriculum team has done to keep School Committee
informed and is frustrated at the pace of information and decisions from DESE.
Mr. Bregoli thanked Ms. Roy and Mrs. Frederickson and wondered since DESE plans
to transition to PARCC anyways, why ask School Committees to make a decision for
each city and town. It seems that DESE is making decisions without educator
input.
Mayor Koch added that he agrees with the comments and frustration of the
colleagues. Bureaucrats at every level who are appointed, not elected, are making
decisions that significantly impact local cities and towns. Mayor Koch suggested
sending a resolve with cost estimates from the School Committee to the State
Auditor to ask for input on the economic effects. The constraints placed on teachers
to focus on assessment takes away from their ability to make connections with
students and families.
Mr. DiBona said that this is a lot of information to absorb and asked for clarification
on PARCC field test participation. Ms. Roy said 2/3 of Massachusetts cities and
towns participated, along with students in 15 states. Mr. DiBona asked whether the
students were surveyed and they were as part of the field test. The students were
honest with their evaluation, but they were not specifically asked to contrast the
two types of exams. Mrs. Fredrickson said some of the feedback was shared,
students were generally in favor of computer-based testing. If we choose the
PARCC test, there will be some type of individual, school, and district reporting.
Mrs. Hubley thanked the presenters and noted that she is really struggling to see
any positive to choosing the PARCC for next year. Mrs. Fredrickson said that it
would give us insight into this next generation of assessment types; MCAS will
reflect the Common Core, but not the newer style of assessment.
Dr. DeCristofaro said there are not a lot of clear positives to selecting the PARCC. He
feels that the testing time alone should be a factor in the decision. There is more
and more assessment every year and we are getting into an untenable
situation. Staying with MCAS would give us the insight into performance against
Common Core standards. MCAS is reliable and valid, provides proven results;
PARCC results are not yet validated. We don't know of any summary reports that
would be provided, nor would we have any input. Dr. DeCristofaro is concerned
about technology in the short term and pacing and alignment for math are a
concern; March testing would drive a very compressed instructional
schedule. Implementing the PARCC now would conflict with many Quincy Public
Schools initiatives: District-Determined Measures were developed this year and
will continue into next year and this is the second year of Educator
Evaluation. Schools have been selected to administer the NEAP and TIMSS, MKEA is
being implemented for Kindergarten, and Aspen training will continue for the
Gradebook and teacher pages. Dr. DeCristofaro would like to continue to focus on
teaching and learning and retain MCAS for 2015.
Ms. Isola made a motion to select MCAS as the Quincy Public Schools testing system
for academic year 2014-2015. Mr. Bregoli seconded the motion and on a roll call
vote, the ayes have it 7-0.
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FY2015 Budget
(Vote)
Dr. DeCristofaro thanked the School Committee, the Principal and Superintendent's
Leadership Teams for their collaboration in developing the FY2015 budget. Steady
and sustained growth continue with this budget that includes maintaining favorable
class sizes, expands the English Language Learner, Foreign Language, Technology,
Instructional Music, and Special Education programs. Restoration of Full-Day
Kindergarten Teacher’s Aides was another School Committee goal realized through
this budget appropriation.
Ms. Isola made a motion to approve the FY2015 Budget, seconded by Mr.
McCarthy. On a roll call vote, the ayes have it 6-1. Mrs. Mahoney voted NO.
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FY2014 Budget
Transfers (Vote)
Mr. Mullaney presented recommendations for transfer of funds to address surpluses
and deficits in salary and expense accounts and balance the FY2014 budget prior to
the end of the fiscal year.
Mayor Koch made a motion to approve the recommended transfers of funds. The
motion was seconded by Mr. McCarthy and on a roll call vote, the ayes have it 6-
1. Mrs. Mahoney voted NO.
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Dr. DeCristofaro left the meeting.
Central Middle
City Solicitor Jim Timmins presented on the Central Middle School Principal hiring
process. Dr. DeCristofaro presented the question, given that his son is a candidate
and his role in appointing principals conflicts with the law to avoid conflict of
interest. Mr. Timmins consulted with the State Ethics Commission Attorney and Dr.
DeCristofaro is not subject to the Rule of Necessity. The two options are for Dr.
DeCristofaro to apply for an exemption or to absent himself from the process. Dr.
DeCristofaro has chosen to absent himself from the process.
Since School Committee is the Superintendent's appointing authority, School
Committee must select someone to act in Dr. DeCristofaro's stead. The interview
committee that screens the candidates would still be in place and the appointed
party would fill Dr. DeCristofaro's role to consider the final recommendation of the
committee. Dr. Peter Kurzberg, retired Braintree Public Schools Superintendent, is
willing to fill this position, participate in assembling the interview team, and vet the
candidates who will be interviewed.
Mr. McCarthy asked whether a vote will be required this evening and that is the
goal. He also asked if Mr. DeCristofaro is appointed Central Middle School Principal,
how would the reporting structure be changed. Mr. Timmins said that a Section 19
public disclosure would have to be filed and the supervisory role would fall to the
Deputy Superintendent. Mr. McCarthy asked about the makeup of the interview
team. Mr. Mulvey said typically the team is made up of the Directors of Student
Support and Special Education, the Senior Curriculum Coordinator, the QEA
President, three teachers, a QPAC representative, a Citywide Parent Representative,
and a parent representative from the school.
Mrs. Mahoney asked how many applications have been received to date. Mr. Mulvey
said that there are over 25 applications, one internal and the rest external through
SchoolSpring.com. The posting closes on Friday, June 13. Mrs. Mahoney asked how
many applicants will be interviewed. Mr. Mulvey said typically five candidates are
interviewed, but Dr. Kurzberg is willing to screen all applications and decide how
many candidates will be interviewed. He is also willing to sit in on all
interviews. Mr. Mulvey said that since Dr. Kurzberg will not be familiar with any of
the candidates, he is planning to be involved in any opportunity to observe them.
Mrs. Mahoney is concerned that only one internal candidate is interested in this
position. Mrs. Mahoney is not suggesting that Mr. DeCristofaro is not qualified, but
his candidacy may deter other qualified candidates. Should Mr. DeCristofaro be
appointed, reporting to Mr. Mulvey who reports to Dr. DeCristofaro still causes
appearances of conflict. Dr. DeCristofaro would be evaluating the other four middle
school principals. Mr. Mulvey, although licensed, does not have the classroom or
curriculum experience to evaluate and supervise a principal.
Mr. Mulvey said the Section 19 public disclosure provides public notice of the
situation; School Committee would be the check and balance. Mrs. Mahoney
reiterated the issue is the inequity of Deputy Superintendent supervision without an
education background. One step away is still giving the appearance of
impropriety. Mr. Mulvey said that as a licensed Assistant Superintendent, DESE
feels he is qualified and he has completed professional development on the
supervision of educators and principals over the last five years. Mr. Mulvey hopes
School Committee has confidence in his ability.
Mrs. Mahoney said this is very difficult, while she feels Mr. DeCristofaro is doing a
great job as Assistant Principal, his relationship to the Superintendent impacts
internal candidates. She asked if other Principal positions had only one internal
candidate. Mr. Mulvey said North Quincy High School had one internal candidate for
the principal position.
Mr. Mulvey said should Dr. Kurzberg be appointed this evening, their first meeting
would be held on Tuesday, June 17. The goal would be to have a new principal in
place for July 1. Mrs. Mahoney said that there was six months for this position to be
filled, would anything have happened if she hadn't raised the issue. Mr. Mulvey said
the position was posted on May 23 and as soon as Mr. DeCristofaro applied, the
issue was surfaced to School Committee. Mr. Timmins said that under the law,
Superintendent DeCristofaro's position cannot impede Mr. DeCristofaro's
candidacy. Mrs. Mahoney said she can’t believe that there is such a lack of interest
in this position at the premier middle school in Quincy Public Schools.
Mayor Koch reminded School Committee that there is a precedence for this, many
years ago, Superintendent Lawrence Creedon appointed his brother Eugene
Creedon as a Quincy Public Schools principal. Two attorneys have presented their
opinions, and Mayor Koch is comfortable with both Mr. Mulvey’s and Dr.
Kurzberg's integrity. Mayor Koch noted that his father was Director of the Parks
Department and his brother was appointed there through Civil Service. The reality
is there is a conflict and we are dealing with it the most responsible way possible.
Mr. McCarthy objected to Mrs. Mahoney's characterization of Central as the premier
middle school in Quincy. All of our middle schools are outstanding with great
leadership. At all levels, many veteran teachers and administrators have retired and
have been replaced by young, outstanding leaders. Mr. DeCristofaro is talented and
with a different name, wouldn't warrant this scrutiny.
Mr. McCarthy made a motion to appoint Dr. Peter Kurzberg as the independent
appointing authority for the Central Middle School principal. Ms. Isola seconded
the motion, and on the motion, agrees with Dr. Kurzberg participating in the early
review of the total resume pool.
On the motion, Mrs. Mahoney said it is very unusual for their only to be one internal
candidate. We should be encouraging people to seek these opportunities, and she is
not suggesting that Central Middle School is better than other middle schools.
Mr. McCarthy said that all the new principals that stepped up quickly during the
years of veteran principal retirements have performed very well, and given the
chance, Mr. DeCristofaro will be a strong performer. Mr. Mulvey would certainly
participate in the review of the other four middle school principals to assist in his
ongoing supervision of Mr. DeCristofaro, should the appointment come to pass.
Ms. Isola said the position was posted on May 23 and Mr. DeCristofaro did not apply
until June 6, so there were two weeks for other interested parties to apply without
knowing about other candidates. The Ethics Commission has ruled that this hiring
process meets their guidelines for avoiding conflict of interest.
On a roll call vote, the ayes have it, 6-1. Mrs. Mahoney voted NO.
Dr. DeCristofaro returned to the meeting.
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Gift: Flags
Mayor Koch made a motion to accept the gift of 5’ x 8’ American flags for each
Quincy Public Schools building from the National Association of Government
Employees. Mr. McCarthy seconded the motion and on a voice vote, the ayes have it.
Additional Business
Ms. Isola made a motion to add the National Background Check for Volunteers to the
first Policy meeting agenda in Fall 2014. Mayor Koch seconded and amended the
motion, asking that it appear on the regular agenda first to be referred to Policy
Subcommittee. On a voice vote, the ayes have it.
Mrs. Mahoney made a motion to address the issue of grade level configuration for
the new Sterling Middle School to remove Grades 4-8 as an option. Mayor Koch
seconded the motion and on the motion said he appreciates the healthy dialogue,
but this is a moot point unless the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA)
certifies the data. Mayor Koch agrees we should take a vote, but it is premature
until we hear from the MSBA. Mayor Koch appreciates the work done by the
Superintendent and the actions of the parents; School Committee could have a
special meeting this summer if necessary.
On the motion, Ms. Isola agreed with Mayor Koch, noting that it is very early in the
planning process. If the proposed enrollment is approved, she has always expected
there to be a full discussion, but it is premature to discuss now. Ms. Isola agreed
that parent input is very important and that she always listens to Open Forum.
Mrs. Mahoney withdrew the motion.
Mrs. Mahoney made a motion to consider a Grades 6-8 Sterling Middle
School. Mayor Koch seconded the motion for the purpose of discussion, saying that
this must be placed on the Regular meeting agenda. Mrs. Mahoney said she wants
this to be added to the configurations under consideration by the MSBA. Mayor
Koch said this could be an agenda item for a future meeting. Mrs. Mahoney asked if
there a closeout date for submission; Dr. DeCristofaro said there will be 21 days to
respond to the enrollment certification letter once it is issued between now and
August 1. Mayor Koch said as a point of information, that is what he was
saying. Mrs. Mahoney said that there has been a lot of misinformation and she
wanted to clarify.
Mayor Koch withdrew his second and Mrs. Mahoney withdrew her motion.
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Communications
Mayor Koch announced that the annual Flag Day Parade and fireworks will be held
on Saturday, June 14. Wayne and Chris Batson will be receiving the Richard Koch
Youth Service Award.
Mayor Koch announced that on Monday, June 16 at 6:30 pm, the City Council
Finance Subcommittee will see the proposed North Quincy High School field
enhancement projects and vote on the appropriation at the regular 7:30 p.m. City
Council meeting.
Mr. DiBona acknowledged North Quincy High School Track and Field athletes Emily
Bryson, who placed 2nd in the state for the mile and Maya Umoren, who placed 2nd
in the state for short putt. Mr. DiBona thanked Mayor Koch for the track facility that
these students have to Geoff Hennessy for his work with the track program.
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Reports of
Subcommittees
Mrs. Hubley noted that full Subcommittee meeting minutes are posted online on the
School Committee page at www.quincypublicschools.com.
Sterling Building
Committee
Mayor Koch reviewed the Sterling Building Committee meeting held on Tuesday,
May 27 which was a brief meeting to introduce the committee members to each
other and featured an overview of the process of working with the MSBA.
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Budget and Finance
Subcommittee
Mrs. Hubley waived reviewing the Budget and Finance Subcommittee meetings held
on May 27, 2014 as this meeting was discussed under New Business.
Mr. Bregoli made a motion to approve the minutes of the Budget and Finance
Subcommittee Meeting for May 27, 2014. Ms. Isola seconded the motion and on a
voice vote, the ayes have it.
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Policy Subcommittee
Mr. Bregoli reported on the Policy Subcommittee Meeting held on June 10, 2014.
High School Principals Robert Shaw and Lawrence Taglieri and Community Service
Coordinators Meg McMillen and Kerry Ginty reviewed that 100% of graduating
seniors completed their Community Service requirement. The QPS website and
Community Service database were great resources for students and parents, along
with communication through Naviance, Channel 22, Instant Alert, and other
means. School Committee voted to continue the current Community Service Pilot
for the Classes of 2015, 2016, and 2017; they will need 20 hours of Community
Service in order to walk at graduation. The Class of 2018 will need to complete 30
hours of Community Service, beginning as Grade 9 students.
Mr. Mulvey then reviewed the changes in disciplinary regulations under the new
law 37H¾, and suggested that School Committee adopt the regulations in their
entirety. There are two laws currently on the books, 37H (possession of drugs, a
weapon, and causing seriously bodily injury) and 37H½ (felony offense in or
outside of school that would impact school environment) and now there is 37H¾.
The new law requires that school systems provide educational opportunities
(alternate environment or home services) for anyone suspended under 37H, 37H½,
and 37H¾. 37H¾ covers all other suspendable offenses; students may not be
excluded for more than 90 days; students and parents must be notified in writing of
the charges and invited to participate in a meeting. Long-term suspensions are
those that exceed 10 days or more. Non-consecutive smaller suspensions can add
up to this provision and appeal to the Superintendent reached earlier.
New reporting requirements began in 2013-14 school year and are logged into the
Student Information System. Violence, drugs, and criminal acts must be reported
whether there are suspensions or not. Exclusion is defined as a school day
suspension, not athletic or extracurricular events. Students suspended for Grades
K-3 must be approved by the Superintendent.
This item will sit on the table for the September 3, 2014 meeting and be voted on at
the September 17, 2014 School Committee meeting.
Mr. McCarthy made a motion to approve the Policy Subcommittee Meeting Minutes
from June 10, 2014. Mr. DiBona seconded the motion and on a voice vote, the ayes
have it.
Mr. Bregoli removed Extracurricular Eligibility from the Policy Subcommittee.
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Adjournment
Ms. Isola made a motion to adjourn for the evening at 10:20 p.m. The motion was
seconded by Mr. McCarthy and on a voice vote, the ayes have it.