FALL MOUNTAIN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

Fall Mountain Regional High School Library

Monday, August 18, 2014

Public Session

Board Chairperson, Mary Henry called the meeting to order at 6:35 PM in the Fall Mountain Regional High School Library. In attendance were, Andy Collins, Lil DeCoste, John Streeter, Gabe St. Pierre, Linda Christie and David Hogan. Also in attendance were Lori Landry and Jamie Teague.

Motion: (DeCoste/Christie) to enter into non-public session. Passed unanimously.

After an affirmative roll call vote, the board entered non-public session at 6:39 PM under RSA 91-A:3 (a) (c) to discuss three student issues.

The board exited non-public session at 7:56 PM and resumed public session.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion: (Streeter/Christie) to approve the minutes from Tuesday, June 23, 2014 Public Session. Passed unanimously.

Minutes: (Streeter/Christie) to approve the minutes from Tuesday, June 23, 2014 Non-Public Session. Passed unanimously.

Motion: (Streeter/Christie) to approve the minutes from Monday, July 14, 2014-Non-Public Session. Passed unanimously.

Motion: (Streeter/Christie) to approve the minutes from Thursday, July 17, 2014-Public Session. Passed unanimously.

Motion: (Streeter/DeCoste) to approve the minutes from Thursday, July 17, 2014-Non-Public Session. Passed unanimously.

RECOGNITION OF PUBLIC INPUT

Dori Ferreira spoke to the need for an additional 5th

Wendy Wildes (Alstead), Gayle Bellows (Alstead), Jessica Monty (Langdon) and Amanda Lyman (Alstead) all spoke to the fact that this class is a high energy, very active, unique group. All of the parents felt strongly that smaller class sizes were necessary.

A conversation ensued regarding logistics of the two classrooms.

Andy Collins pointed out his dissatisfaction with the concern being brought to the board last minute.

REPORTS OF ADMINISTRATORS

Superintendent Landry explained that administration was busy preparing for the start of school. Ms. Landry spoke briefly about the hard work of the Math Committee for their work in implementing a new Math Program “Math in Focus”. She discussed the upcoming Professional Development day as well as the Teacher Evaluation rollout plan.

Ms. Landry provided the board with an update on Sarah Porter. She explained that Griffin Construction has been most accommodating to the needs of the district. They will be holding an open house in September for the community. She further explained that a new water line was installed and a new pressure tank to help resolve the water supply issues. At the NCCS (North Charlestown Community School), a new sprinkler system was installed in the older part of the building. At CMS (Charlestown Middle School) and CPS (Charlestown Primary School), new automatic door enclosures were installed and at the High School, a water holding tank was installed for the sprinkler system.

Ms. Landry also provided the board with an update on the CTE (Career and Technology Education) Department. She explained that she met with the Deputy Commissioner and discussed the need for a MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) for Vermont, New Hampshire and River Valley Tech. A meeting is scheduled for September 19th.

Superintendent Landry spoke to curriculum work happening throughout the district.

Jamie Teague provided the board with an update on the energy project stating that things are going well and moving along. Savings look as if they will be larger than originally predicted. Jamie will provide the board with a wrap up at the next meeting.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Motion: (St. Pierre/DeCoste) to approve an unbudgeted request for a 5th grade Teacher at Vilas Middle School. Passed 5:1 (Collins)

2. Motion: (Streeter/St. Pierre) to accept the following resignations:

Wendy Collier-Paraprofessional (CPS)

Inge Cummings-Paraprofessional (APS)

Ursula Frohock-Paraprofessional (SP)

Michael Ferreira-District Substitute

Tonya Parent-Paraprofessional (CPS)

Lynn Jankiewicz-English Teacher (FMRHS)

Megan Scott-Paraprofessional (APS)

Steve Stewart-JV Football Coach (FMRHS)

Matt McGuirk-Paraprofessional (FMRHS)

Matthew Schmidt-Athletic Director (FMRHS)

Kim Burton-Food Service Director

Passed Unanimously.

3. Motion: (Streeter/DeCoste) to accept the retirement of Barbara LaRoche, Special Education Teacher, Walpole Elementary School effective July 17, 2014. Passed Unanimously.

4. Motion: (Streeter/Hogan) to confirm the following Superintendent approved contracts:

Holly Prodell-Paraprofessioanl (CPS)

Barry Kellom-HVAC Plumber (District)

Michael Hutt-Custodian (CMS)

Ryan Houghton-Custodian (CMS)

Tonya Parent-Grade 2 Teacher (CPS)

Amanda Starkey-Grade 4 Teacher (APS)

Robyn Lantz-Nurse (CAA)

Brandie Newman-Sweetland-Special Education Teacher (WES)

William Conley-ESL Teacher (District)

Diane Nuzzo-Science Teacher (CMS) One-Year Position

Adele Smith-Paraprofessional (CPS)

Christine Bardis-PK Aide (WPS)

Suzanne Chamberlain-Paraprofessional (NCCS)

Ursula Frohock-Paraprofessional (FMRHS)

Inge Cummings-Paraprofessional (FMRHS)

Wendy Collier-Paraprofessional (APS)

Michael Ferreira-Paraprofessional (CPS)

Nancy Kenney-Paraprofessional (SP)

Carlene Simard-Food Service (NCCS)

Rebecca Stanley-Snelling-Math Team Advisor

Jared Bobbin-Boys Soccer Coach (CMS)

Meredith McAlister-Girls Soccer Coach (CMS)

Josh Beer-Boys JV Soccer Coach (FMRHS)

Guy DuBois-Girls JV Soccer Coach (FMRHS)

Bruce Ferland-Girls Varsity Soccer Coach (FMRHS)

Emily Lodyga-Volleyball Coach (Vilas)

Tammy Vittum-Professional Development Chair (FMRSD)/Early Childhood Coordinator

Cathy Stephen-Professional Development Vice Chair (FMRSD)

Claudia Istel-Staff Development Treasurer (FMRSD)

Jackie Walker-Free and Reduced Coordinator (FMRSD)

Jennifer Aiken-Para Mentor (Vilas/ACW/SP)

Laura Rheaume-Para Mentor (APS)

Mary Manwaring-Para Mentor (NWS/WPS)

Ann Corey-Para Mentor (WMS)

Lynda Chandler-Para Mentor (CPS)

Marie Weller-Para Mentor (CMS)

Pam Tobin-Para Mentor (NCCS)

Patty Batchelder-Para Mentor (FM/ELC)

Maggie Kyle-Para Mentor Chair

Passed Unanimously

5. Motion: (St. Pierre/DeCoste) to approve the following High School co-curricular contracts:

Taunya Lincoln-LA/English Dept. Head

Teri Finando-Zelenetz-Foreign Language Dept. Head

Meryl MacDonald-Science Dept. Head

Julie Parrott-Health/PE Dept. Head

Jennifer Mackay-Math Dept. Head

Bill Ranauro-Social Studies Dept. Head

Glen D’Eon-Fine Arts Dept. Head

Lisa Ranauro-Guidance Dept. Head

John Cenney-JROTC Dept. Head

Beth Gosekamp-CTE Dept. Head

Diana Bushway-Special Education Dept. Head

Chris Fecteau-Spirit Coach (FMRHS)

Rose Millard-JV Volleyball Coach (FMRHS)

Request to hold until after non-public session.

6. Motion: (Streeter/Hogan) to approve a conditional contract for Matthew McGuirk, English Teacher FMRHS and Emily Rodenhauser, Grade 3-4 Teacher, Sarah Porter. Passed unanimously.

Discussion ensued regarding hiring process and teacher selection process.

TREASURER’S REPORT

Motion: (St. Pierre/Streeter) to approve the Treasurer’s Report as presented for period ending: June 30, 2014

Payroll: $ 328,687.03

Accounts Payable: $ 729,415.40

August 18, 2014

Payroll: $ 2,227,141.89

Accounts Payable: $ 1,353,916.45

Motion: (Streeter/St. Pierre) to enter into non-public session. Passed unanimously.

After an affirmative roll call vote, the board entered non-public session at 9:01 PM under RSA 91-A:3 (a) (c) to discuss two personnel

The board exited non-public session at 10:00 PM and resumed public session.

5. Motion: (Streeter/Hogan) to approve the following High School co-curricular contracts:

Taunya Lincoln-LA/English Dept. Head

Teri Finando-Zelenetz-Foreign Language Dept. Head

Meryl MacDonald-Science Dept. Head

Julie Parrott-Health/PE Dept. Head

Jennifer Mackay-Math Dept. Head

Bill Ranauro-Social Studies Dept. Head

Glen D’Eon-Fine Arts Dept. Head

Lisa Ranauro-Guidance Dept. Head

John Cenney-JROTC Dept. Head

Beth Gosekamp-CTE Dept. Head

Diana Bushway-Speical Education Dept. Head

Chris Fecteau-Spirit Coach (FMRHS)

Rose Millard-JV Volleyball Coach (FMRHS)

Passed 4:2 (Christie/Streeter)

Motion: (Streeter/DeCoste) to adjourn the meeting. Passed unanimously.

Hearing nothing further, the meeting adjourned at 10:02 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Misty D. Bushee

School Board Clerk