The
ALLENSTOWN SCHOOL BOARD
MINUTES OF MEETING
PRESENT: Tom Irzyk, Evelyn Guilbeault, Karen LaPlume, Louise L’Heureux, Carl Schaefer, Betsey Cox-Buteau, Terri Kenny, Larry Anderson, Mary Rubega, Matt Woodrow, Linda Beaudoin, Peter Warburton, Tom Haley.
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at
2. Minutes of Previous Meetings
The board
reviewed the minutes of the
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3. Immediate Business
A. Citizens’ Comments
There were no citizens’ comments.
The board reviewed its policies KEB (Public Complaints About School Personnel) and BEDH (Public Participation/Citizens Comments at Board Meetings). A motion was made by Evelyn Guilbeault, seconded by Carl Schaefer, to reaffirm these policies.
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B. Transportation Update
Linda Beaudoin, the transportation coordinator, was present to discuss the possibility of consolidating the buses next year to allow the schools to again have the same start and end times. Mrs. Beaudoin indicated that the runs could be consolidated if there is not an inflex of students from present. The principals spoke about the possibility of increased problems with larger bus stops. Pluses might include a fuel saving, increased ability for staff coordination and better day care scheduling.
Tom
Irzyk asked Mrs. Beaudoin to investigate buses going too fast on certain
runs. Larry Anderson spoke about the
location of stops at
C. Technology Update
Assistant Superintendent Peter Warburton introduced Matt Woodrow (Allenstown Technology Coordinator) and Mary Rubega (SAU #53 Information/Technology Director). They reviewed the current programs and equipment available in Allenstown and future plans. The schools are seeking to integrate technology into all classroom instruction. All purchases are carefully considered to be sure they will provide maximum impact on instruction. Information Security, especially when divesting of old equipment, was discussed. A future lap top buyout program was suggested. The board suggested a policy regarding this process be created.
D. Principals’ Reports
Terri
Kenny distributed a summary of Red Ribbon Week activities and the mock election
ballot. She reviewed October and
November activities. She described a
visit to the
Betsey Cox-Buteau described Red Ribbon Week at A.R.D. She noted the new school sign. The V.F.W. will donate to the grade eight trip. Governor Lynch has expressed interest in visiting A.R.D. to review computer instruction. The Veterans Day Ceremony was very well planned.
E. Facilities Needs
Tom
Irzyk reviewed the status of the former building committee and Architect Kurt
Lauer’s estimate for constructing a second floor over the kindergarten
wing. His estimate is $1,167,000. The board also discussed the possibility of
adding more modulars. Tom Irzyk
indicated that he feels we must create space at A.R.D. by moving grade 5 to
A.E.S., possibly by increasing class sizes.
The board asked SAU administrators to seek specific information
regarding the ability to utilize kindergarten space for other purposes. Peter Warburton described his review of the
current
The board listed options which include:
· Doing nothing
· Building a small addition at A.E.S.
· Adding modulars at A.R.D.
· Moving grade 5 to A.E.S. with no addition
· Decreasing programs
The consensus of the board was not to go forward with a small addition or extra modulars. They wish to continue to pursue the purchase of the convent and returning grade 5 to A.E.S.
F. AREA Report
Louise L’Heureux and Carl Schaefer reported on the recent AREA meeting. They reviewed substance abuse programs, NHEIAP assessment, and the school resource officer plan. The NHSBA Delegate Assembly was also reviewed by Louise and Evelyn Guilbeault.
G. Staff Request
Sharon McCormick requested approval of acceptance into the Allenstown Retirement Plan as of June, 2007.
A motion was made by Evelyn Guilbeault, seconded by Carl Schaefer, to approve the request.
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4. Old/Unfinished Business
A. Negotiations
Tom Irzyk and Karen LaPlume announced that an agreement has been reached with the teachers association on a new contract. Peter Warburton and Tom Irzyk reviewed the main points of the proposed contract. The teachers have voted to ratify the contract.
A motion to approve the negotiated agreement was made by Karen LaPlume, seconded by Louise L’Heureux.
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B. Budget Development
The board reviewed the principals’ initiatives. The requested behavioral program was discussed. The suggested time increases for the librarian and office assistant were approved to be added to the budget. Tiling locker room floors was not approved. It was noted that the teachers’ contract costs will now be added. Computer purchases were discussed as was the need for more technical support. A warrant for asbestos abatement was discussed.
The
school board asked that administration provide a priority listing of possible
budget reductions. The board will meet
again to continue budget development on Monday, November 20 at
5. Other Business
A. Agenda Preparation
The board’s next meeting will include space needs, budget update, snow removal costs.
B. Personnel Matter
At
Tom Irzyk YES
Evelyn Guilbeault YES
Karen LaPlume YES
Louise L’Heureux YES
Carl Schaefer YES
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Present in the non-public session were: Tom Irzyk, Evelyn Guilbeault, Karen La Plume, Louise L’Heureux, Carl Schaefer, Peter Warburton, Tom Haley.
The Board discussed a personnel matter. A motion was made and voted upon.
At
Tom Irzyk YES
Evelyn Guilbeault YES
Karen LaPlume YES
Louise L’Heureux YES
Carl Schaefer YES
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Chair Tom Irzyk noted that board action was taken in the non-public session.
A motion was made by Evelyn Guilbeault, seconded by Carl Schaefer, to seal the minutes of the non-public session until the January, 2007 Allenstown School Board meeting.
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6. Adjournment
At
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The
Allenstown School Board will meet on
7. Informational Items
None