FALL MOUNTAIN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School Board Meeting

Fall Mountain Regional High School Library

Monday, October 28, 2013

6:30 PM

 

Chair Mary Henry called the meeting to order at 6:32 PM in the FMRHS library.  In attendance were Andy Collins, Linda Christie, Lilla DeCoste, Jim Elsesser, Mary Henry, Gabriel St. Pierre, and John Streeter.  Lori Landry and Jamie Teague were also present.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion: (DeCoste/Streeter) to approve the minutes of the October 14, 2013 Public Session Meeting-Passed unanimously

Motion: (DeCoste/Streeter) to approve the minutes of the October 14, 2013 Non-Public Session-Passed unanimously

REPORT OF ADMINISTRATORS

Superintendent Landry recognized Joe Miller who provided the board with an overview on Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Mr. Miller explained that he has been a consultant for Fall Mountain since 2012, working with the administration to develop a strategic implementation plan.  He further explained that the CCSS has been adopted by 46 states. Governors and State Commissioners of Education across the county committed to joining a state-led process to develop a common core of state standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics for grades K-12. One of the main goals was to develop a “common core of standards that are internationally benchmarked, aligned with work and post-secondary education expectations, and inclusive of the higher order skills that students need.”  By spring of 2015, all districts in the State of New Hampshire will be replacing the NECAP with Smarter Balance. This test will be based on the Common Core Standards.

A discussion ensued regarding resistance by other districts and implementation strategies.

Andy Collins commended the administration on their work thus far and feels that the district is in good shape.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

John Streeter reported that the policy committee met and will bringing items forward for the next meeting.

Gabe St. Pierre requested that potential meeting dates for a satellite meeting at RVTC are available and reviewed at the next meeting.

Simon Pierpont, Student Representative reported that some students at the high school are upset about the new fire regulation that require classroom doors to be closed at all times, making the air quality poor. The 1:1 initiative continues to go well, working better than expected.

Lil DeCoste addressed the Pre-K bussing issue. Ms. DeCoste recommended that a committee be formed and discuss potential costs and stated that she would be happy to head up this committee. The board discussed this and decided that committee members would include Lil DeCoste, Mary Henry, Andy Collins and Jamie Teague.

NEW BUSINESS

Motion: (Streeter/DeCoste) to accept the resignation of Richard Williams, Custodian, Charlestown Middle School, effective November 1, 2013.

Motion: (DeCoste/Elsesser) to accept the retirement of Sally Eaton, Math Teacher, FMRHS effective June 30, 2014.

Motion: (DeCoste/Streeter) to accept the retirement of Harriet Webster, Transportation, effective June 30, 2014.

Motion: (Streeter/DeCoste) to approve a condition contract for Tyler Hanatow, Permanent District Substitute and Elizabeth Chloros-Cassarino, 1:1 Paraprofessional, WPS, effective October 29, 2013.

Motion: (St. Pierre/Streeter) to approve co-curricular contracts for the following:

Cynthia Pomosko-Spirit Coach (WES)

Pam Patnode-Girls Basketball Coach (CMS)

Scott Bushway-Boys Basketball Coach (CMS)

Karla Chaffee-Spirit Team Coach (CMS)

Boomer Aumund-Girls Varsity Basketball (FMRHS)

Russ Pickering-Girls JV Basketball (FMRHS)

Jason Bardis-Boys Varsity Basketball (FMRHS)

Pat Allen-Boys JV Basketball (FMRHS)

Larry Sayers-Boys Nordic Skiing (FMRHS)

Kate Northcott-Girls Nordic Skiing (FMRHS)

Chris Northcott-Junior High Nordic Skiing (FMRHS)

Chris Fecteau-Winter Spirit (FMRHS)

Rick Elliot-Indoor Track (FMRHS)

Motion: (Streeter/DeCoste) to approve a two-day unpaid leave of absence for Katie Hanatow, 3^rd Grade Teacher, APS.

Motion: (Elsesser/DeCoste) to approve an unbudgeted request for an ESL Tutor, FMRHS, 13.5 hrs. /week.

Motion: (Streeter/DeCoste) to accept the Treasurer’s Report for period ending October 28, 2013. Passed unanimously

Payroll:                                     $672, 802.90

Accounts Payable:                     $846, 440.86

Motion: (St. Pierre/Streeter) to enter into non-public session under RSA 91-A:3 (a)(c) to discuss personnel issues.

After an affirmative roll call vote, the board entered into non-public session at 8:02 PM.

The board exited non-public session at 8:41PM and immediately adjourned

Respectfully submitted,

Misty D. Bushee

School Board Clerk