The
ALLENSTOWN SCHOOL BOARD
MINUTES OF MEETING
PRESENT: Tom
Irzyk, Jason Carrier, Evelyn Guilbeault, Karen LaPlume, Louise L’Heureux, Betsey
Cox-Buteau, Terri Kenny, Linda Beaudoin, Tom Haley.
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at
3. Immediate Business
B. Transportation Review
Bus Coordinator Linda Beaudoin reviewed routes and stops for the 2005/06 school year.
A motion was made by Jason Carrier, seconded by Evelyn Guilbeault, to approve the bus routes and stops as reviewed.
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
The board discussed the issue of students being allowed to switch buses to ride to friends homes, for babysitting, etc. The board will allow this with parental notes and pending sufficient room on buses, with the discretion of the principals.
2. Minutes of Previous Meeting
A
motion to approve the business meeting minutes for
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
A
motion to approve the goal setting minutes for
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
4. Old/Unfinished Business
A. Space Needs
The board reviewed the demographic and facilities study done by the NHSAA in 2001. The NHIAA has prepared a proposal to update the study for $2,730, plus expenses.
A motion was made by Jason Carrier, seconded by Evelyn Guilbeault, to approve the NHSAA proposal at a cost not to exceed $3,000.
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
C. Discipline Study Summary
Dr. Cox-Buteau summarized the School-wide Information System end-of-year report on school discipline. Statistics on major infractions generally follow national trends. Minor infractions appear somewhat frequent, especially disrespect and bad language. Betsey is pleased and encouraged thus far with the effectiveness of the system.
3. Immediate
Business (Cont.)
A. Citizens’ Comments
None
C. Staffing Update
The principals reviewed staffing for the upcoming school year. No further nominations were necessary. The board considered a leave request from Elizabeth Girard.
A motion
was made by Louise L’Heureux, seconded by Evelyn Guilbeault, to allow the
request for unpaid leave from Elizabeth Girard.
4 IN FAVOR
1 OPPOSED
THE MOTION PASSED
D. Summer Task Review
The board reviewed the status of summer facilities projects. A great deal of progress has been made. Issue of keys was discussed. The new card system was reviewed. The board discussed parking, bus and parent drop-off areas. A fence will be installed to separate the new parking area from the playground. Betsey Cox-Buteau asked for permission to dispose of the old piano at A.R.D.
A motion to allow disposal of the piano was made by Evelyn Guilbeault, seconded by Karen LaPlume.
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
The principals requested permission to purchase new switches for the computer system at a cost of $3,700. The board decided to allow the requested purchase. Each principal must find the funds from their existing budgets.
4. Old/Unfinished Business (Cont.)
B. Budget Review
The board reviewed the unaudited end-of-year budget summary. Approximately $296,000 will be returned to offset taxes. The use of gifted and talented funds was reviewed. The board approved the concept of hiring a consultant to help plan a formal gifted and talented program.
D. Annual Peer Recognition
The board discussed nominations for the annual peer recognition award. A selection was made. The honoree will be honored at the opening luncheon.
E. Goals Review
The board reviewed the draft goals created at its earlier goal-setting session. Changes were discussed and a re-draft will be emailed.
5. New Business
A. Policy Development
New recommended policies were discussed.
A motion was made by Louise L’Heureux, seconded by Jason Carrier, to approve the proposed Electronic Communication policy as written.
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
A motion was made by Jason Carrier, seconded by Evelyn Guilbeault, to approve the proposed Homeless Student policy as written.
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
A motion was made by Karen LaPlume, seconded by Louise L’Heureux, to approve the Student Attendance policy as written.
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION CARRIED
6. Other
Business
A. Agenda Preparation
The board asked Tom Haley to invite Dennis Carmichael to its next meeting to discuss his concern with the district’s dress code.
The board discussed agenda items for discussion at the next board meeting.
7. Adjournment
At
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
The next Allenstown
Board meeting is scheduled for
8. Informational Items
None