The
ALLENSTOWN SCHOOL BOARD
THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2006,
MINUTES OF MEETING
PRESENT: Tom Irzyk, Jason Carrier, Evelyn Guilbeault, Karen LaPlume, Marilyn Brison, Roger LaFleur, Kim LaFleur, Terri Kenny, Betsey Cox-Buteau, Tom Haley.
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 P.M. by Chair Tom Irzyk.
2. Minutes of Previous Meeting
A motion to approve the February 9, 2006 minutes as written was made by Evelyn Guilbeault, seconded by Jason Carrier.
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
3. Immediate Business
A. Citizens’ Comments
None
B. Flu Pandemic Plan
Nurse Marilyn Brison was present to speak to the board about practices to address education and response to both common and Avian flu outbreaks.
A motion was made by Evelyn Guilbeault, seconded by Jason Carrier, to accept the response plan with the understanding that it may change based upon updated information and state directives.
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
D. Principals Reports
Dr. Betsey Cox-Buteau added information on her school’s student of the month appointments. She requested that the board approve submission of the technology plan.
A motion was made by Jason Carrier, seconded by Evelyn Guilbeault, to approve submission of the required state technology plan.
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
Jason Carrier asked Betsey Cox-Buteau about staff participation in curriculum and program activities at A.R.D. She discussed the school’s activities surrounding the winter Olympics. The board approved moving forward with the electrical upgrades requested.
Terri Kenny noted staff response for helping with door-to-door visits regarding the proposed building project. She also distributed copies of a memo sent by the school reminding citizens of voting day. The penny drive for leukemia was discussed. Mowing of the lower fields was discussed as was a separate contract for this maintenance. The cost difference is approximately $590.
A motion to agree to this price change and the St. Laurent contract was made by Jason Carrier, seconded by Karen LaPlume.
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
4. Old/Unfinished Business
A. Unbudgeted Repairs
Terri Kenny reviewed the cutting of trees along the new parking lot and the possible installation of a fence. The cost of a stockade fence is $3,168. The board decided to wait until PSNH installs the parking lot lighting to see the end result of that work before proceeding further.
3. Immediate Business (Cont.)
C. Building Committee Update
Tom Irzyk discussed plans for a door-to-door informational campaign regarding the building project to take place on March 11. There have been problems translating the VHS tape to the server for placement on the web site. Tom Haley will check with I.T. Coordinator Mary Rubega. Tom Haley noted that a reporter from the Concord Monitor wants to visit Allenstown Schools to write an article on the proposed project. Jason Carrier volunteered to be present.
4. Old/Unfinished Business (Cont.)
C. Legislative Advocacy Network
Jason Carrier has spoken to the NHSBA about the legislative advocacy network as well as other issues like more comprehensive criminal records checks. This second issue may be taken up as a resolution by the NHSBA.
B. School Calendar
Betsey Cox-Buteau and Terri Kenny reviewed the recommended calendar for 2006/07. The board chose to make a final decision at its April meeting, following Pembroke’s decision.
D. District Bookkeeper
The board discussed the district bookkeeper job description and the time-frame for hiring this position. The position’s direct supervisor was discussed. It was decided that this should be the A.E.S. principal.
5. New
Business
A. Assistant Superintendent Search
Karen LaPlume reviewed the search process for assistant superintendent. Final interviews will be conducted on Monday, March 13. Karen LaPlume will represent the board.
6. Other Business
A. Agenda Preparation
The April agenda will include staff review and discussion of the bond vote. The health and gifted/talented curricula and textbook purchasing will be discussed at a future meeting. Questions about the sprinkler system at A.R.D. will be reviewed.
B. Personnel Matter
At 7:55 P.M., a motion to enter non-public session under RSA 91-A:3II(a) was made by Jason Carrier, seconded by Karen LaPlume. On a roll call, the board voted:
Tom Irzyk YES
Jason Carrier YES
Evelyn Guilbeault YES
Karen LaPlume YES
THE MOTION CARRIED
Present in the non-public session were: Tom Irzyk, Jason Carrier, Evelyn Guilbeault, Karen La Plume, Tom Haley.
The board discussed a personnel contract matter.
At 8:25 P.M. a motion was made by Karen LaPlume, seconded by Evelyn Guilbeault, to end the non-public session. On a roll call, the school board voted:
Tom Irzyk YES
Jason Carrier YES
Evelyn Guilbeault YES
Karen LaPlume YES
THE MOTION CARRIED
Chair Tom Irzyk reported that no action had been taken in the non-public session.
7. Adjournment
At 8:27 P.M., a motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Evelyn Guilbeault, seconded by Karen LaPlume.
ALL IN FAVOR
THE MOTION PASSED
The next Allenstown School Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 13, 2006 beginning at 6:00 P.M. at Armand R. Dupont School.
8. Informational Items
None