July 14 agenda - Salem · 9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (8/18/14 Regular BOE Meeting / 8/28/14 Retreat at...
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7:30 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER
1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman) 1.2. Public Comment
The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and address.
2. BOARD/DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/MOTIONS (Board Chairman) 2.1. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Creation of a Special Account for Excess Board of Education Operating Budget Funds 2.2. DISCUSSION ITEM: Board Member Access to the School (Resource Packet)
3. CONSENT AGENDA 3.1. Approve Minutes of the June 9, 2014 Special BOE Meeting (Resource Packet)
3.2 Budget and Financial Reports (Business Manager) 3.2.a. SY2013-2014 Expenditure Report
3.2.b. SY2013-2014 Line Item Adjustments 3.2.c. SY2013-2014 Special Aid / Grant Status Report
4. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (Superintendent) 4.1. Program Improvement Initiatives (Superintendent)
4.1.a. Update: Salem School Study 4.1.b. Update: Parent Council / Community Forums 4.1.c. Update: Transportation 4.1.d. Update: Report Card (Grading System) 4.1.e. Update: CT Common Core of State Standards
4.2. Special Programs / Events / Announcements (Superintendent) 4.2.a. Announcement: SY2013-2014 Shortfall Request to Town of Salem Rescinded 4.2.b. Announcement: Aramark Summer Upgrades (Cool Caf Marketing Concept)
5. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS (Board Chairman)
5.1. MOTION: To approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Salem SFT and the Board of Education regarding the Science Olympiads stipend for SY2014-2015. (Resource Packet)
5.2. DISCUSSION ITEM: Location/Broadcasting of Board of Education Meetings 5.3. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Creation of a Public Relations Ad-Hoc
Subcommittee of the Board of Education (Charge/Membership)
6. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT STANDING COMMITTEES: 6.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee) Next regular meeting: 9/29/14 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
6.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 9/15/14 at 6:30 p.m. Chair: Dinis Pimentel Members: Dinis Pimentel, Robert Green, Samuel Rindell Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
6.3. Long-Range Educational Planning Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee) Next regular meeting: 9/15/14 at 5:00 p.m. (Special Meeting 8/11/14 at 1:00 p.m.)
Chair: Margaret Caron Members: Margaret Caron, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
6.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: TBD
Chair: Dinis Pimentel Members: Dinis Pimentel, George Jackson, Robert Green
Ex Officio: Board Chair, Superintendent, community members, and other school staff members
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES: 6.5. Town Building Committee (Liaison)
Representatives: Margaret Caron and Stephen Buck
6.6. LEARN (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
6.7. East Lyme BOE (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
6.8. Cable Advisory (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
7. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS 7.a. Annual Management Plan Review 8. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (8/18/14 Regular BOE Meeting / 8/28/14 Retreat at 6:30 pm)
10. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF JULY 14, 2014 REGULAR MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro, Sam Rindell (left at 9:00 p.m.), Dinis Pimentel, Monica Lord-McIntyre,
Mary Ann Pudimat, Robert Green, George Jackson
ABSENT: Margaret Caron
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Kim Gadaree, Business Manager; Rodney Mosier, Director of
Student Services; Cynthia Ritchie, Director of Student Achievement; Donald Bourdeau, Director of Facilities
VISITORS: Jessica Hopper (The Day), Diba Khan Bureau, Robin Jensen, Emma Smith, Suzanne Gendron, Phil
Teixeira, Jennifer Pearl, Roger Haynes, Bibi Haynes
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:33 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
Additions/Changes to the Agenda:
Add Item 5.4. Discussion/Possible Action: Creation of Board of Education Liaisons to Town
Boards/Commissions. Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: Samuel Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Add Item 7.b. Discussion – Judith Lombardo Remembrance Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Motion to delete item 2.1 from the agenda. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: None
Motion Failed
1.2. Public Comments The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Jennifer Pearl, 45 Salem Ridge Drive: Spoke about bus driver concerns regarding M&J’s hiring process
salary offerings (bonuses/holiday pay).
Suzanne Gendron, 79 Mill Lane: Spoke of struggles of a few Salem students and their work over the
summer.
Diba Khan-Bureau, 40 Hilltop Trail: Spoke about her support to hold meetings at Town Hall and her
desire for new leadership on the Board of Education.
2. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 2.1. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Creation of a Special Account for Excess Board
of Education Operating Budget Funds
Mark Sommaruga, Board Attorney, spoke to the Board via speakerphone regarding the new law allowing
Connecticut Board of Education to have an account for excess funds in a non-lapsing account. This can
occur in several ways including Town Charter revision, passing an ordinance at a Town Meeting or
having the Board of Finance approve annually. The Board discussed this item and a “Questions and
Answers” session followed.
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MOTION: To ask the Board Attorney to work with the Town Attorney to develop a proposed ordinance
for presentation to the Board of Finance for possible action by the Board of Selectman.
Made: George Jackson
2nd
: None
Motion Failed
MOTION: That the Board of Education endorse coordination for creation of a Special Account for
Excess Board of Education Operating Funds.
Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: In Favor: GJ and DP
Opposed: SB, PM,
MM, MP, SR, RG
Motion Failed
2.2. DISCUSSION ITEM: Board Member Access to the School
Mark Sommaruga, Board Attorney, spoke to the Board via speakerphone regarding the legal
responsibility and relationship of the Board with the staff and Superintendent, as well as the importance
of the chain of command. The Board discussed this item.
(NOTE: Sam Rindell left after this Discussion Item.)
3. CONSENT AGENDA 3.1. Approve Minutes of the June 9, 2014 Special BOE Meeting
3.2. Budget and Financial Reports
3.2.a. SY2013-2014 Expenditure Report
3.2.b. SY2013-2014 Line Item Adjustments
3.2.c. SY2013-2014 Special Aid / Grant Status Report
There was a short discussion on the line item adjustments.
The June 9, 2014 minutes need revision to add George Jackson as present.
MOTION: To approve the consent agenda items as presented with a correction to the June 9, 2014 minutes.
Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: In Favor: SB, MM,
DP, MP, PM, RG
Opposed: GJ
Absent: SR and MC
Motion Passed
4. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (Superintendent) 4.1. Program Improvement Initiatives
4.1.a. Update: Salem School Study
Mr. Onofrio reported that the Long Range Educational Planning Subcommittee met and they are working
on pieces for the study including survey questions pertaining to the School District and Board of
Education. The Town’s committee is also working on questions for the survey.
4.1.b. Update: Parent Council / Community Forums
Mr. Onofrio reported that the forums will be organized with a combined set up to allow for information
and questions.
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4.1.c. Update: Transportation
Mr. Onofrio reported that he has been in contact with the transportation company about gearing up to
begin the new school year. Dinis Pimentel spoke about making drivers whole in transition to the new
company.
4.1.d. Update: Report Card (Grading System)
Cynthia Ritchie reported on technical close outs for software and preparing for the report card changes
going into the computer phase. Parents will have access to a student’s data in one place. One goal of the
report card change is to have more detail to give parents more information on a student’s progress.
4.1.e. Update: CT Common Core of State Standards
Cynthia Ritchie updated the Board on the Task Force created by Governor Malloy and the need for the
State to support Districts for Common Core implementation. The “Dream Team” is sharing work
through a digital library for teachers to use. Salem is continuing to work on an instructional shift to
research-based strategies as well as informing the community of changes in various ways. Districts are to
provide resources and Professional Development to teachers. The CT State Department of Education
(CSDE) is providing Common Core coach workshops; some Salem teachers will attend these workshops.
The District applied for a grant to help cover costs associated and grant award announcements will be
made on August 5, 2014.
4.2. Special Programs/ Events/ Announcements
4.2.a. Announcement: SY2013-2014 Shortfall Request to Town of Salem Rescinded
Mr. Onofrio reported that the request for funds was rescinded.
4.2.b. Announcement: Aramark Summer Upgrades (Cool Caf Marketing Concept)
Mr. Onofrio reported that Aramark will be painting a couple of areas on the Multi-Purpose Room and
adding colorful signs to better advertise the food service program to students, the changes will be made
during the summer.
5. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 5.1. MOTION: To approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Salem SFT and the Board of
Education regarding the Science Olympiads stipend for SY2014-2015.
Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
5.2. DISCUSSION ITEM: Location/Broadcasting of Board of Education Meetings
Various considerations were discussed for broadcasting and the location of meetings.
MOTION: To webcast regular Board of Education meetings beginning in September, August if
possible, at Salem School. Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All In Favor
Motion Passed
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5.3. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Creation of a Public Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee of
the Board of Education (Charge/Membership)
MOTION: To create an ad-hoc Community Relations working group with the charge of outlining the
function and membership of the Community Relations Subcommittee.
Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All In Favor
Motion Passed
Board members were asked to send Steve Buck his/her name if interested in serving on this working
group and their ideas for this subcommittee.
5.4. DISCUSSION ITEM/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Creation of Board of Education Liaisons to Town
Boards/Commissions
MOTION: To establish a liaison to the Board of Selectman and Board of Finance.
Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Board members were asked to send Steve Buck his/her name if interested in serving as a liaison.
6. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT
STANDING COMMITTEES:
6.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)- Next meeting 9/29/14 at 5:00 pm Chair: Pamela Munro
Member: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
6.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations (Standing Committee) - Next meeting: 9/15/14 at 6:30 pm Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Robert Green, Dinis Pimentel and Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Dinis Pimentel will contact members regarding the possibility of holding a special meeting in August.
6.3. Long-Range Educational Planning (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 9/15/14 at 5:00 pm Chair: Margaret Caron
Members: Margaret Caron, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
The subcommittee is scheduled to hold a special meeting on August 11, 2014 at 1:00 pm to discuss the
cooperative agreement. (For possible BOE action at the August 18, 2014 BOE meeting.)
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
6.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Robert Green, Dinis Pimentel
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Dinis Pimentel reported a good response to the subcommittee RFP and a couple of walk throughs. The
subcommittee will bring a recommended vendor after he process unfolds.
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LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
6.5. Town Building Committee (Liaison) Representatives: Margaret Caron and Stephen Buck
The committee is working on a punch list.
6.6. LEARN (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that the net meeting is in September.
6.7. East Lyme BOE (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
George Jackson reviewed recent EL Board of Education action and the Board was referred to recent
minutes for greater detail.
6.8. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that the council met last Thursday. Joseph Onofrio reported on information
regarding broadcasting that was also shared at that meeting.
7. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
7.a. Annual Management Plan Review
The Board is on target with the plan.
7.b. Discussion – Judith Lombardo Remembrance
The Board discussed and concluded that a donation to the Dana Farber Cancer Center would be
appropriate. Board members were asked to send their contribution to Joseph Onofrio.
8. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Robin Jensen, 280 West Road: remarked on administration presentations and Board access to the school.
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (Regular BOE Meeting: August 18, 2014 / Retreat: August 28, 2014 at 6:30 pm)
Board members were asked to send Steve Buck an e-mail with their suggestion for the structure of the retreat.
10. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 10:56 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 10:56 p.m.
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7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Exit Public Session and Enter Into Executive Session for the Purpose of Discussion Regarding the
Superintendent Evaluation for 2014-2015
1.3. Exit Executive Session and Resume Public Session (approx. 7:30 p.m.)
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education
to express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public
is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but
discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone
and state your name and address.
3. CONSENT AGENDA 3.1. Approve Minutes of the July 21, 2014 Regular BOE Meeting (Resource Packet)
3.2. Budget and Financial Reports (Business Manager)
3.2.a. SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Expenditure Reports
3.2.b. SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
3.2.c. SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Reports
3.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations (Resource Packet)
3.4. Acknowledge Margaret Caron’s Resignation from the Board of Education (Resource Packet)
4. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (Superintendent)
4.1. Program Improvement Initiatives
4.1.a. Spanish Textbooks
4.2. Announcements (Superintendent)
4.2.a. Annual Management Plan Update:
Preparations for Opening of the 2014-2015 School Year
Student Enrollment Numbers
School Building Preparations for Students and Staff
Overview of School Opening Activities
Status of Unapproved Roads (None)
Staff Years of Service Recognition Awards (Invitation to 8/21/14 Breakfast/Awards
Ceremony)
4.2.b. Salem School Study Update
4.2.c. Accepted a donation from American Ambulance (Suzanne Gendron) of 4 boxes of
cardboard shipping tubes (no cash value) to be used for Art projects
4.2.d. Submittal of the Salem School District’s School Security and Safety Plan
5. BOARD ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS (Board Chairman) 5.1. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEM: Discuss / Set Timeline for BOE Vacancy
5.2. MOTION: To appoint Mona Miller and Linda Robson as parent representatives to the ELHS
Leadership Team for SY2014-2015
5.3. DISCUSSION ITEM/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Discuss the Personnel/Contract
Negotiations Subcommittee Recommendation on the Administration Vacancy
5.4. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee:
Recommendation for Contract for the Technology Upgrade Project
5.5. DISCUSSION ITEM: Long Range Educational Planning Subcommittee: EL/Salem
Cooperative Agreement Draft
6. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT
STANDING COMMITTEES: 6.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)
Next regular meeting: 9/29/14 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
1st Readings:
#6173 Homebound Instruction (Rev.)
#9325.43 Attendance at Meetings Via Electronic Communications (New)
#4150p Family and Medical Leave (Rev.)
#4148/4248 Employee Protection (Rev.)
#6111 School Calendar (Rev.)
#5131.2 Bullying (Rev.)
#5141.21p Administering Medication (Rev.)
#5114 Removal/Suspension/Expulsion (Rev.)
#5141.3p Health Assessments and Immunizations (Rev.)
#5141.7/5141.7p Student Sports – Concussions (New)
6.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 9/15/14 at 6:30 p.m.
Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Dinis Pimentel, Robert Green, Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
6.3. Long-Range Educational Planning Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 9/15/14 at 5:00 p.m. Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: Vacancy, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
6.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: TBD
Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Dinis Pimentel, George Jackson, Robert Green
Ex Officio: Board Chair, Superintendent, community members, and other school staff
members
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
6.5. Town Building Committee (Liaison)
Representatives: Vacancy and Stephen Buck
6.6. LEARN (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
6.7. East Lyme BOE (Liaison)
Representative: George Jackson
6.8. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
7. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
7.a. Annual Management Plan Review
8. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (August 28, 2014 Retreat 6:30 PM at Salem School /September 8, 2014 –
Regular Meeting)
10. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF AUGUST 18, 2014 REGULAR MEETING (REVISED)
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro, Sam Rindell, Dinis Pimentel, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat,
Robert Green, George Jackson
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Kim Gadaree, Business Manager; Donald Bourdeau, Director
of Facilities
VISITORS: Jessica Hopper (The Day), Diba Khan Bureau, Michaela Bureau, Michelle Williamson, Mona Miller, Joan
Phillips, Ed Chmielewski, John Houchin, Joanna Haynes, Gloria Fogarty, Jennifer Kayser (BOE Clerk)
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
Additions/Changes to the Agenda: None.
1.2. Exit Public Session and Enter Into Executive Session for the Purpose of Discussion Regarding the
Superintendent Evaluation for 2014-2015
MOTION: To enter into Executive Session at 7:05 pm for the Purpose of Discussion Regarding the
Superintendent Evaluation for 2014-2015. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
1.3. Exit Executive Session and Resume Public Session
Public Session was resumed at 7:31 pm
2. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
John Houchin, 103 Rattlesnake Ledge Road: Delivered a letter today from the DTC endorsing Phil Teixeira for
the BOE vacancy.
Peter Sielman, West Road: Spoke about his rationale (10 items) for holding BOE mtgs at Town Hall. Diba Khan-Bureau, 40 Hilltop Trail: Spoke about her support to hold meetings at Town Hall and her desire for
new leadership on the Board of Education.
A student read a statement about being bullied at school.
Joanna Haynes, 207 Hartford Road: Spoke about FOI requirements (must be able to hear conversations clearly).
Michelle Williamson, Old New London Road: Spoke about Title XI procedures, FOI, adequately informing
parents in advance about school events, and bus schedules.
3. CONSENT AGENDA 3.1. Approve Minutes of the July 14, 2014 Special BOE Meeting
3.2. Budget and Financial Reports
3.2.a. SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Expenditure Reports
3.2.b. SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
3.2.c. SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Reports
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3.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations
Accepted the resignation of Amanda Hergott (0.8 FTE PK Tutor) effective July 31, 2014.
Accepted the resignation of Emily Doiron (10 month School Secretary) effective August 15, 2014.
Accepted the resignation of Cynthia Ritchie (Director of Student Achievement) effective August 15,
2014.
Accepted the resignation of Bernard Barile (0.6 FTE School Psychologist) effective July 18, 2014.
Accepted the resignation of Fiona Fabry (0.6 FTE Instructional Aide PK) effective August 7, 2014.
Accepted the resignation of Marcelo Guinez (1.0 FTE Spanish Teacher) dated August 13, 2014.
(Release date of no later than 9/11/14)
Appointed Kimberley Carlone of 36 Waterhole Road, Colchester, CT 06415 to the position of MS
Math Teacher effective August 21, 2014 at a salary of $58,800.00 at the MA/Step 6 level.
3.4. Acknowledge Margaret Caron’s Resignation from the Board of Education
Margaret Caron resigned from the Board of Education effective August 7, 2014.
MOTION: To approve the consent agenda items as presented.
Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
4. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (Superintendent) 4.1. Program Improvement Initiatives
4.1.a. Spanish Update
Mr. Onofrio showed the Board the textbook that the school intends to purchase for the Spanish program.
The textbook will be available to view in the Superintendent’s Office. Information regarding the
textbook and the rationale for selection was shared with the Board members. This will be an action item
for the Board at their Special Meeting (Retreat) on August 28, 2014.
4.2. Special Programs/ Events/ Announcements
4.2.a. Annual Management Plan Update:
Preparations for Opening of the 2014-2015 School Year
Student Enrollment Numbers – 401 with an additional 6 students pending.
School Building Preparations for Students and Staff
Overview of School Opening Activities – Open House: 8/26/14 2:30-3:30 pm
o Status of Unapproved Roads (None)
o Staff Years of Service Recognition Awards – The Board was invited to attend the
Breakfast/Awards Ceremony/Convocation on 8/21/14 at 8:00am.
4.2.b. Salem School Study Update
Mr. Onofrio reported that meetings will be more frequent starting in the fall.
4.2.c. Accepted a donation from American Ambulance (Suzanne Gendron) of 4 boxes of
cardboard shipping tubes (no cash value) to be used for Art projects
4.2.d. Submittal of the Salem School District’s School Security and Safety Plan
5. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 5.1. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEM: Discuss / Set Timeline for BOE Vacancy
Proposed timeline: Applications due by 8/28/14 at 3:30 pm and BOE interviews on 9/8/14 at 6:00 pm.
Party affiliation was discussed, currently have 5 Republicans and 3 Democrats, the vacancy can be filled
by either party affiliation.
MOTION: To approve the timeline presented to fill the BOE vacancy. Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: Sam Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
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Motion Passed
Jennifer Kayser will post on the website, send an e-alert, contact the Town to ask to be shared on their
website and a Town e-alert, will contact the Day for a press release, and the RTC will need to be
contacted by a BOE member.
5.2. MOTION: To appoint Mona Miller and Linda Robson as parent representatives to the ELHS Leadership
Team for SY2014-2015. Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
5.3. DISCUSSION ITEM/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Discuss the Personnel/Contract Negotiations
Subcommittee Recommendation on the Administration Vacancy
Dinis Pimentel spoke about recent subcommittee discussions regarding the Director of Student
Achievement vacancy. He noted that the middle ground is to fill the vacancy in a lesser capacity (Interim
Assistant Principal), redistribute job responsibilities in the administrative structure and offer a lower
salary than the current position vacancy. Sam Rindell added that the savings in salary could be used for
extracurricular activities for students. It was noted this should be an interim position as the
administrative structure for SY2015-2016 is unknown at this time. The Board discussed different options
for contract terms.
MOTION: That the Board of Education approve an Interim Assistant Principal for SY2014-2015.
Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: Sam Rindell
Vote: In Favor: SB,
PM, SR, DP, MP, MM,
GJ
Opposed: RG
Motion Passed (7:1)
5.4. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee:
Recommendation for Contract for the Technology Upgrade Project
Dinis Pimentel spoke about the work performed to date by the Ad-Hoc Technology Subcommittee and
gave specific information regarding the scope of the project. George Jackson commended Dinis on his
services and time commitment on this issue. Dinis Pimentel thanked the subcommittee for the group
effort.
MOTION: To enter into a contract with TBNG for the technology upgrade project, pending legal
review. Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
5.5. DISCUSSION ITEM: Long Range Educational Planning Subcommittee: EL/Salem Cooperative
Agreement Draft
Mary Ann Pudimat reported on the document that was given to Board members for review. The current
state of the draft agreement is a working copy and includes comments from Board members and the
Board attorney. It was noted that in the future the community will have opportunities for focus
groups/surveys/etc. and the ability to view the working draft.
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6. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT
STANDING COMMITTEES:
6.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)- Next meeting 9/29/14 at 5:00 pm Chair: Pamela Munro
Member: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
1st Readings:
#6173 Homebound Instruction (Rev.)
#9325.43 Attendance at Meetings Via Electronic Communications (New)
#4150p Family and Medical Leave (Rev.)
#4148/4248 Employee Protection (Rev.)
#6111 School Calendar (Rev.)
#5131.2 Bullying (Rev.)
#5141.21p Administering Medication (Rev.)
#5114 Removal/Suspension/Expulsion (Rev.)
#5141.3p Health Assessments and Immunizations (Rev.)
#5141.7/5141.7p Student Sports – Concussions (New)
The Board discussed the first readings. A couple typos were found and will be corrected for 2nd
readings
(9/8/14).
6.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations (Standing Committee) - Next meeting: 9/15/14 at 6:30 pm Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Robert Green, Dinis Pimentel and Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Dinis Pimentel reported on the administrative staffing vacancy. He also updated the Board on the
conversation/meeting he has with the M&J Bus Company about the comparison of hiring packages from
one company to another to make the compensation equitable. It was noted that the subcommittee looked
at the administration model for 2015 and decided not to duplicate efforts that the Town contracted firm
may do.
6.3. Long-Range Educational Planning (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 9/15/14 at 5:00 pm Chair: Margaret Caron
Members: Margaret Caron, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Mary Ann Pudimat reported on the work that the committee has done on the survey to be sent to the
Town committee. There was discussion about sending questions to the community on topics the Board
cannot remedy.
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
6.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Robert Green, Dinis Pimentel
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Dinis Pimentel thanked the subcommittee members for their hard work.
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
6.5. Town Building Committee (Liaison) Representatives: Margaret Caron and Stephen Buck
6.6. LEARN (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
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Pamela Munro reported that the next meeting is in September.
6.7. East Lyme BOE (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
George Jackson reported that the EL BOE meetings continue to coincide with ours. Their minutes are
posted and mailed to BOE membership.
6.8. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that the next meeting is in October.
7. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
7.a. Annual Management Plan Review
The Board is on target with the plan.
Robert Green commented on Common Core and Math workbooks.
Sam Rindell recognized Margaret Caron and Cynthia Ritchie for their service. He also recognized a
student for her brave presentation and commented on athletic positions and the cost of coaching
certification.
George Jackson inquired about the Volunteer Coordinator.
Pam Munro commented on volunteers.
Mr. Onofrio commented on the material printed for the Board (from the The Essential School Board
Book) and asked them to review the material.
8. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Gloria Fogarty, 373 Old New London Road: Commented on the Technology Subcommittee Report and
inquired about the TBNG contract cost.
Ed Chmielewski, Beckwith Hill Rd (BOS Liaison): Thanked Cynthia Ritchie and Margaret Caron for
their service. Thanked the Board of Education for reducing the administrative position to Interim
Assistant Principal.
Joan Phillips, SFT President: Commented on teacher welcome letters, Open House, Textbooks, Curricula
followed is from State Framework, Interim Administrators, and Bullying.
Michelle Williamson, Old New London Road: Commented on school calendar notification of events,
curriculum, Spanish textbooks, BOE agenda items (how to get item on agenda), Title IX investigator,
money for the Town survey, and volunteers.
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (Regular BOE Meeting: September 8, 2014 / Retreat: August 28, 2014 at 6:30 pm)
10. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 10:29 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 10:29 p.m.
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF AUGUST 28, 2014 SPECIAL MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat, Robert Green, George Jackson
ABSENT: Sam Rindell and Dinis Pimentel
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent
VISITORS: Suzanne Gendron, Gloria Fogarty, Jessica Hopper (The Day)
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
1.2. Public Comment The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
John Houchin, 103 Rattlesnake Ledge Road: Asked the Board to honor the DTC recommendation for the BOE
vacancy.
Sue Spang, 129 Hartford Road: Requested the BOE honor the DTC recommendation for BOE vacancy and
appoint the recommended person.
Suzanne Gendron, 79 Mill Lane: Spoke in support of the DTC recommendation for BOE vacancy.
TJ Butcher, 248 Norwich Road: Spoke about the Town’s perception of BOE and asked the BOE to accept the
recommendation of the DTC for the BOE vacancy.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION: To go into Executive Session for the purpose of Review/Discuss/Deliberate Applications for BOE
Vacancy and Discuss Contracts/Terms of Employment for Interim Administrators.
Made: Monica Lord-McIntyre
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: In Favor: PM, MM, SB
Opposed: RG, GJ, MP
Motion Failed
2.1. Review/Discuss/Deliberate Applications for BOE Vacancy
The Board discussed the vacancy appointment process.
2.2. Discuss Contracts/Terms of Employment for Interim Administrators
The Board discussed possibilities for length of terms of interim administrators.
3. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 3.1. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Process and Timeline for the Administrative Vacancies
MOTION: To authorize the Superintendent to post the job opening for Interim Principal and to review
appropriate candidates. Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
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3.2. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Adoption of Spanish Textbooks for Gr 7/8.
MOTION: To adopt the recommendation of the administration for the Spanish Textbooks (Descubre 1) for Gr 7/8. Made: George
Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
3.3. DISCUSSION ITEM: School Study Survey Draft
Mary Ann Pudimat reviewed the latest draft of items for the school study survey. Pages were shared with
Board members. Further discussion will be held at the September 8, 2014 regular Board of Education
meeting.
4. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 7:13 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 7:13 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Exit Public Session and Enter Into Executive Session for the Purpose:
1.2.a. Personnel Matter: Update on Status of Military Leave by Certified Employee 1.2.b. Discussion Regarding Potential Candidate for Interim Assistant Principal Position
1.2.c. Discussion Regarding the Superintendent Evaluation for 2014-2015
1.3. Exit Executive Session and Resume Public Session (approx. 7:30 p.m.)
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education
to express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public
is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but
discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone
and state your name and address.
3. CONSENT AGENDA 3.1. Approve Minutes of the August 18, 2014 Regular and August 28, 2014 Special BOE Meetings
(Resource Packet) 3.2. Budget and Financial Reports (Business Manager)
3.2.a. SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Expenditure Reports
3.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
3.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Reports
3.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations (Resource Packet)
4. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (Superintendent) 4.1. Announcements (Superintendent)
4.1.a. Welcome Back Mr. Perrault, Short Term Interim Assistant Principal
4.1.b. BOE Anthem Plan Firm Division Update (Resource Packet)
4.1.c. Board Retreat (October 15, 2014 at 6:00 pm)
4.1.d. School Security Competitive Grant Program Update
4.1.e. Salem School District Awarded In-District Coaching Days Sponsored by the CSDE (Resource Packet)
5. BOARD ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS (Board Chairman)
5.1. DISCUSSION ITEM/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) with the certified employees union regarding combining the stipend for Cross
Country Coach and Assistant Coach and equally splitting those amounts between Barbara
Bashelor and Mary Sturgeon (Co-Coaches for SY14-15). (Resource Packet)
5.2. MOTION: To approve the District Organizational Chart for SY2014-2015 as presented.
5.3. MOTION: To approve SY2014-15 tuition fees in the amount of $15,043.00 annually for
full-time regular education students in Grades K-8. (Resource Packet) 5.4. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: BOE Vacancy Appointment
5.5. DISCUSSION ITEM: Salem School Study Survey Update
5.6. ACTION ITEM: TBNG Contract for the Technology Upgrade
6. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT STANDING COMMITTEES: 6.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)
Next regular meeting: 9/29/14 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
2nd
Readings: (Resource Packet)
#6173 Homebound Instruction (Rev.)
#9325.43 Attendance at Meetings Via Electronic Communications (New)
#4150p Family and Medical Leave (Rev.)
#4148/4248 Employee Protection (Rev.)
#6111 School Calendar (Rev.)
#5131.2 Bullying (Rev.)
#5141.21p Administering Medication (Rev.)
#5114 Removal/Suspension/Expulsion (Rev.)
#5141.3p Health Assessments and Immunizations (Rev.)
#5141.7/5141.7p Student Sports – Concussions (New)
MOTION: To approve #6173 Homebound Instruction (Rev.), #9325.43 Attendance at Meetings Via Electronic
Communications (New), #4150p Family and Medical Leave (Rev.), #4148/4248 Employee Protection (Rev.), #6111
School Calendar (Rev.), #5131.2 Bullying (Rev.), #5141.21p Administering Medication (Rev.), #5114
Removal/Suspension/Expulsion (Rev.), #5141.3p Health Assessments and Immunizations (Rev.), and
#5141.7/5141.7p Student Sports – Concussions (New), as presented.
6.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 9/15/14 at 6:30 p.m.
Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Dinis Pimentel, Robert Green, Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
6.3. Long-Range Educational Planning Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 9/15/14 at 5:00 p.m. Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: Vacancy, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
6.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: TBD
Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Dinis Pimentel, George Jackson, Robert Green
Ex Officio: Board Chair, Superintendent, community members, and other school staff
members
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
6.5. Town Building Committee (Liaison)
Representatives: Vacancy and Stephen Buck
6.6. LEARN (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
6.7. East Lyme BOE (Liaison)
Representative: George Jackson
6.8. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
7. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
7.a. Annual Management Plan Review (Resource Packet)
8. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (October 6, 2014 –Regular Meeting)
10. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 8, 2014 REGULAR MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro, Sam Rindell, Dinis Pimentel, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat,
Robert Green, George Jackson
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Rodney Mosier II, Director of Student Services; Kim
Gadaree, Business Manager; Suzanne Zahner, Principal; Donald Bourdeau, Director of Facilities
VISITORS: Jessica Hopper (The Day), Diba Khan Bureau, Michelle Williamson, Joan Phillips (SFT), Ed Chmielewski,
Linda Robson, Robyn McKenney, Gloria Fogarty, Emma Smith, Kristina Len, Janet Griggs
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
MOTION: To postpone the meeting as some members did not receive their Board packets.
Made: Robert Green
2nd
: None
Motion Failed
Additions/Changes to the Agenda: Add items 4.1.a.1. Discussion of Co-Ed Soccer and remove item 5.6.
as this item was acted upon at the last meeting.
MOTION: To approve the agenda as revised. Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: In Favor: DP, SB,
GJ, MM, MP, PM, SR
Opposed: RG
Motion Passed (7:1)
1.2. Exit Public Session and Enter Into Executive Session for the Purpose of:
1.2.a. Personnel Matter: Update on Status of Military Leave by Certified Employee 1.2.b. Discussion Regarding Potential Candidate for Interim Assistant Principal Position
1.2.c. Discussion Regarding the Superintendent Evaluation for 2014-2015
MOTION: To enter into Executive Session at 7:10 pm for the Purpose of Personnel Matter: Update on
Status of Military Leave by Certified Employee, Discussion Regarding Potential Candidate for
Interim Assistant Principal Position and Discussion Regarding the Superintendent Evaluation for 2014-
2015. Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: In Favor: DP, SB,
GJ, MM, MP, PM, SR
Opposed: RG
Motion Passed (7:1)
1.3. Exit Executive Session and Resume Public Session
Executive Session ended at 7:46 pm and Public Session was resumed at 7:47 pm.
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2. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Janet Griggs, 122 New London Road: Spoke in support of appointing Phil Teixeira.
Diba Khan-Bureau, 40 Hilltop Trail: Spoke in support of appointing Phil Teixeira and holding meetings at Town
Hall.
Michelle Williamson, 379 Old New London Road: Asked if the meeting was live streaming.
Alfreda Shapere, 170 Darling Road: Spoke in support of appointing Phil Teixeira.
Suzanne Gendron, 79 Mill Lane: Shared information in the upcoming PTO Cow Paddy fundraiser.
Mark Wojcik (ELHS Student Representative): Shared that this Wednesday is Parent Night at ELHS and
introduced Ben Morrow as the second student representative for this school year. Ben reported that the first
ELHS football game is at the end of the week.
Ed Chmielewski, 75 Beckwith Hill Drive: Spoke as RTC Chairman in support of the DTC nominee for the
Board vacancy.
3. CONSENT AGENDA 3.1. Approve Minutes of the August 18, 2014 Regular and August 28, 2014 Special BOE Meetings
3.2. Budget and Financial Reports
3.2.a. SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Expenditure Reports
3.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
3.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Reports
3.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations
Accepted the resignation of Amanda Hergott (0.8 FTE PK Tutor) effective July 31, 2014.
Appointed Chris Hebert to the position of Jazz Band Director for the 2014-15 school year at a
stipend amount of $1,177.00.
Appointed Barbara Bashelor and Mary Sturgeon as Cross Country Co-Coaches for the 2014-2015
school year. The stipend amount of $1,489.00 for Cross Country Coach will be equally divided
between the two ($744.50 each).
Appointed Chris Pugliese to the position of Girls’ Soccer Coach for the 2014-2015 school year at a
stipend amount of $1,488.00.
Appointed Anne Bowen to the position of Boys’ Soccer Coach for the 2014-2-15 school year at a
stipend amount of $1,488.00.
Appointed Marissa Kach of 610 Twin Circle Drive, South Windsor, CT 06074 to the position of
Guidance Counselor effective August 21, 2014 at a salary of $74,152.00 at the MA/Step 10 level.
Appointed Sun Meunier of 1905 Main Street, Glastonbury, CT 06033 to the position of School
Psychologist effective September 3, 2014 at a salary of $59,698.00 at the 6th Year/Step 5 level.
Appointed Ron Perrault as Short Term Interim Assistant Principal effective September 2, 2014 at a
per diem rate of $438.05/day. This position will end on October 21, 2014.
MOTION: To postpone all items on the consent agenda until the next regular meeting.
Made: Robert Green
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
4. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (Superintendent) 4.1. Announcements
4.1.a. Welcome Back Mr. Perrault, Short Term Interim Assistant Principal
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Mr. Onofrio announced that Mr. Perrault returned to Salem School as Short-Term Interim
Assistant Principal on September 2, 2014 and will serve in this position until October 21, 2014.
4.1.a.1. Discussion of Coed Soccer
Chris Pugliese, Athletic Coordinator, and Suzanne Zahner, Principal, shared information
regarding the soccer program at Salem School and discussed a Coed option. There was a brief
questions and answers after the information was presented.
4.1.b. BOE Anthem Plan Firm Division Update
Mr. Onofrio reported that the Town of Salem will be included on the BOE’s Anthem Health Care
Plan under their own division/benefit plan number effective October 1, 2014.
4.1.c. Board Retreat (October 15, 2014 at 6:00 pm)
Mr. Onofrio reported that this meeting will be posted as a special meeting and that Board
members should email any topics to him prior to posting.
4.1.d. School Security Competitive Grant Program Update
Donald Bourdeau spoke on the lighting upgrade, the technology program that allows for camera
upgrades, the person trap with some bullet proof glass (NIJR5), a panic button for the greeter
station, security locks, door sensors on exit doors and an ID sensor in the person trap, and more
interior security locks on the doors. The funding for these improvements will come from three
sources.
5. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS MOTION: To postpone items 5.1. – 5.3 until the next regular meeting. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: George Jackson
Motion Failed
Robert Green requested an amendment to his motion.
MOTION: To postpone item 5.1 until the next regular meeting. Made: Robert Green
George Jackson did not
agree to amend original
motion.
Motion Failed
5.1. DISCUSSION ITEM/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with
the certified employees union regarding combining the stipend for Cross Country Coach and
Assistant Coach and equally splitting those amounts between Barbara Bashelor and Mary
Sturgeon (Co-Coaches for SY14-15).
MOTION: To approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the certified employees
union regarding combining the stipend for Cross Country Coach and Assistant Coach and equally
splitting those amounts between Barbara Bashelor and Mary Sturgeon (Co-Coaches for SY14-
15), as presented. Made: Mary Ann
Pudimat
2nd
: Monica Lord
McIntyre
Vote: In Favor: SB,
PM, SR, DP, MM, MP,
GJ
Opposed: RG
Motion Passed (7:1)
5.2. MOTION: To approve the District Organizational Chart for SY2014-2015 as presented.
Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
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Vote: In Favor: DP,
MP, SR, MM
Opposed: RG, GJ, PM,
SB
Motion Failed (4:4)
5.3. MOTION: To approve SY2014-15 tuition fees in the amount of $15,043.00 annually for full-
time regular education students in Grades K-8. Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: In Favor: SB,
PM, SR, DP, MM, MP
Opposed: RG, GJ
Motion Passed (6:2)
5.4. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: BOE Vacancy Appointment
The Board discussed the appointment process for the BOE vacancy.
MOTION: To proceed with the timeline/process with a special meeting on Monday, September 15,
2014 for interview with discussion and possible action. Made: Mary Ann
Pudimat
2nd
: Monica Lord-
McIntyre
Vote: In Favor: SB,
PM, DP, MM, MP
Opposed: RG, GJ, SR
Motion Passed (5:3)
5.5. DISCUSSION ITEM: Salem School Study Survey Update
Sam Rindell reported that two consulting firms will be interviewed September 15, 2014.
6. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT
STANDING COMMITTEES:
6.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)- Next meeting 9/29/14 at 5:00 pm Chair: Pamela Munro
Member: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
2nd
Readings:
#6173 Homebound Instruction (Rev.)
#9325.43 Attendance at Meetings Via Electronic Communications (New)
#4150p Family and Medical Leave (Rev.)
#4148/4248 Employee Protection (Rev.)
#6111 School Calendar (Rev.)
#5131.2 Bullying (Rev.)
#5141.21p Administering Medication (Rev.)
#5114 Removal/Suspension/Expulsion (Rev.)
#5141.3p Health Assessments and Immunizations (Rev.)
#5141.7/5141.7p Student Sports – Concussions (New)
MOTION: To postpone item 6.1. for the next regular meeting. Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
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6.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations (Standing Committee) - Next meeting: 9/15/14 at 6:30 pm (will be
rescheduled) Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Robert Green, Dinis Pimentel and Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
It was reported that the September 15, 2014 meeting will be rescheduled.
6.3. Long-Range Educational Planning (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 10/20/14 at 5:00 pm Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: George Jackson and Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
6.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Robert Green, Dinis Pimentel
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Dinis Pimentel reported that the contract with TBNG is under review with the Board attorney.
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
6.5. Town Building Committee (Liaison) Representative: Stephen Buck
6.6. LEARN (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that the next meeting is Thursday at 9:00 am.
6.7. East Lyme BOE (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
George Jackson reported that the EL BOE meetings continue to coincide with ours. George added that
the minutes of the Elementary Planning Committee were emailed to Board members.
6.8. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that the next meeting is in October.
7. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
7.a. Annual Management Plan Review
Robert Green inquired about the curricula review process since Common Core.
George Jackson spoke about keeping the bullying issue as a focus. He asked that in November
following the administrative turn over, that the Board have a presentation.
Sam Rindell remarked positively on the Superintendent’s parent meeting prior to the Board meeting
this evening.
8. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Suzanne Gendron, 79 Mill Lane: Remarked on filling the Board vacancy.
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (Regular BOE Meeting: October 6, 2014 / Special Meeting: September 15, 2014 at
6:00 pm)
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10. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 9:49.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 9:49 p.m.
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1. SCHOOL COMMUNITY RECOGNITIONS
1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Public Comments The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the
educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be
allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the
microphone and state your name and address.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION Enter Executive Session for the Purpose of:
2.1. Review/Discuss Questions for BOE Applicants Interviews
3. Board of Education Applicants Interviews 3.1. Interview Candidate #1
3.2. Interview Candidate #2
4. EXECUTIVE SESSION Enter Executive Session for the Purpose of:
2.1. Discuss BOE Applicants Interviews
5. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 3.1. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Appointment of BoE Member
6. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE: October 6, 2014
7. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 15, 2014 SPECIAL MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat, Robert Green, George Jackson,
Sam Rindell, Dinis Pimentel
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent (departed meeting prior to first Executive Session)
VISITORS: Palma Canniff, Brenda Holmwood, Janet Griggs, Jessica Hopper (The Day), Phil Teixeira
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:34 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
1.2. Public Comment – None. The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION: To go into Executive Session at 7:36 p.m. for the purpose of Review/Discuss Questions for BOE
Applicant Interviews. Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: Sam Rindell
Vote: In Favor: PM, MM, SB,
MP, GJ, SR, DP
Opposed: RG
Motion Passed (7:1)
The Board exited Executive Session and resumed Public Session at 7:44 p.m.
3. BOARD OF EDUCATION APPLICANTS INTERVIEWS Interview Candidate #1 – Phil Teixeira
The Board interviewed Mr. Teixeira for the Board vacancy.
4. EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION: To enter Executive Session at 8:00 p.m. to discuss the BOE applicant interview.
Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (8:0)
The Board exited Executive Session and resumed Public Session at 8:05 p.m.
5. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/MOTIONS
MOTION: To appoint Phil Teixeira to fill the vacancy on the Board of Education until the next election
(November 2015). Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (8:0)
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6. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE: October 6, 2014
7. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 8:06 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Dinis Pimentel
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (8:0)
Meeting adjourned at 8:06 p.m.
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1. SCHOOL COMMUNITY RECOGNITIONS 1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Public Comments The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the
educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be
allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the
microphone and state your name and address.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION Enter Executive Session for the Purpose of Union and Personnel Matters:
MOU with the Non-Certified Union Regarding a Temporary Secretary during SY2014-15
Review/Discuss Interim Assistant Principal and Interim Principal Finalists
3. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 3.1. ACTION ITEM: Appoint Interim Assistant Principal
3.2. ACTION ITEM: Appoint Interim Principal
3.3. ACTION ITEM: MOU with the Non-Certified Union Regarding a Temporary Secretary during
SY2014-15
4. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE: October 6, 2014
5. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 23, 2014 SPECIAL MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat, Robert Green, George Jackson,
Sam Rindell (arrived at 6:07 pm), Dinis Pimentel, Phil Teixeira
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent
VISITORS: Kevin Lyden (1st Selectman), Joan Phillips, Mike Rafferty, Gretchen Leming, Jessica Hopper (The Day)
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 6:03 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
1.2. Public Comment The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Gretchen Leming, Teacher: Spoke in support of Joan Phillips’s appointment as Interim Assistant Principal.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION: To go into Executive Session at 6:09 p.m. for the purpose of Union and Personnel Matters:
MOU with the Non-Certified Union Regarding a Temporary Secretary during SY2014-15
Review/Discuss Interim Assistant Principal and Interim Principal Finalists
Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Dinis Pimentel
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
The Board exited Executive Session and resumed Public Session at 7:27 p.m.
3. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 3.1. ACTION ITEM: Appoint Interim Assistant Principal
MOTION: To appoint Joan Phillips as Interim Assistant Principal. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Sam Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
3.2. ACTION ITEM: Appoint Interim Principal
MOTION: To appoint Michael Rafferty as Interim Principal. Made: Dinis Pimentel
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
3.3. ACTION ITEM: MOU with the Non-Certified Union Regarding a Temporary Secretary during
SY2014-15
MOTION: To appoint approve the MOU with the Non-Certified Union Regarding a Temporary
Secretary during SY2014-2015. Made: Dinis Pimentel
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2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
4. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE: October 6, 2014
5. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 7:35 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
Meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Recognition of Students / Staff / School Community (BOE Chair/Superintendent/Principal) 1.2.a. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik)
1.2.b. Staff Recognition: Custodian Appreciation Week – October 6-10, 2014 Staff Members Recognized: Salem School Custodial Team
1.2.c Staff Recognition: National School Lunch Week – October 13-17, 2014 Staff Members Recognized: Aramark Team and Cafeteria Aides
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education
to express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public
is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but
discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone
and state your name and address.
3. CONSENT AGENDA 3.1. Approve Minutes of the July 14, 2014, August 18, 2014 and September 8, 2014 Regular BOE
Meetings (Resource Packet)
3.2. Approve Minutes of the August 28, 2014, September 15, 2014 and September 23, 2014 Special
BOE Meetings (Resource Packet)
3.3. Budget and Financial Reports (Business Manager)
3.3.a. SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Expenditure Reports
3.3.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
3.3.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Reports
3.4. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations (Resource Packet)
4. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (Superintendent) 4.1. Announcements (Superintendent)
4.1.a. Test Score Overview: CAPT and SAT Presentation (Mike Susi, ELHS Principal)
4.1.b. Food Service Program Update (Paul Johnson and John McGrath, Aramark)
4.1.c. Welcome Mr. Rafferty as Interim Principal and Mrs. Phillips as Interim Assistant
Principal at Salem School
4.1.d. Board Retreat (October 15, 2014 at 6:00 pm)
4.1.e. Strategic School Profile Report for 2012-13 (Resource Packet)
5. BOARD ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS (Board Chairman)
5.1. MOTION: To approve the District Organizational Chart for SY2014-2015 as presented. (Resource Packet)
5.2. MOTION: To appoint Sue Bennett as the staff representative to the East Lyme High
School Leadership Team. 5.3. DISCUSSION ITEM: Subcommittee Membership (committee vacancies)
5.4. DISCUSSION ITEM/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Community Relations Ad-Hoc
Subcommittee (Membership and charge)
5.5. MOTION: To approve the Salem Teacher/Administrative Evaluation Plan for SY2014-2015.
6. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT STANDING COMMITTEES: 6.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)
Next regular meeting: 10/27/14 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
2nd
Readings: (Resource Packet)
#6173 Homebound Instruction (Rev.)
#9325.43 Attendance at Meetings Via Electronic Communications (New)
#4150p Family and Medical Leave (Rev.)
#4148/4248 Employee Protection (Rev.)
#6111 School Calendar (Rev.)
#5131.2 Bullying (Rev.)
#5141.21p Administering Medication (Rev.)
#5114 Removal/Suspension/Expulsion (Rev.)
#5141.3p Health Assessments and Immunizations (Rev.)
#5141.7/5141.7p Student Sports – Concussions (New)
MOTION: To approve #6173 Homebound Instruction (Rev.), #9325.43 Attendance at Meetings Via Electronic
Communications (New), #4150p Family and Medical Leave (Rev.), #4148/4248 Employee Protection (Rev.), #6111
School Calendar (Rev.), #5131.2 Bullying (Rev.), #5141.21p Administering Medication (Rev.), #5114
Removal/Suspension/Expulsion (Rev.), #5141.3p Health Assessments and Immunizations (Rev.), and
#5141.7/5141.7p Student Sports – Concussions (New), as presented.
6.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 10/20/14 at 6:30 p.m.
Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Dinis Pimentel, Robert Green, Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
6.3. Long-Range Educational Planning Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 10/20/14 at 5:00 p.m. Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: Vacancy, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
6.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: TBD
Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Dinis Pimentel, George Jackson, Robert Green
Ex Officio: Board Chair, Superintendent, community members, and other school staff
members
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
6.5. Town Building Committee (Liaison)
Representatives: Vacancy and Stephen Buck
6.6. LEARN (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
6.7. East Lyme BOE (Liaison)
Representative: George Jackson
6.8. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
7. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
7.a. Annual Management Plan Review (Resource Packet)
8. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (October 15, 2014 –Special Meeting (Retreat) / November 3, 2014 –
Regular Meeting)
10. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF OCTOBER 6, 2014 REGULAR MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro, Sam Rindell, Phil Teixeira, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat,
Robert Green, George Jackson
ABSENT: Dinis Pimentel
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Rodney Mosier II, Director of Student Services; Kim
Gadaree, Business Manager; Michael Rafferty, Interim Principal; Donald Bourdeau, Director of Facilities
VISITORS: Joan Phillips (SFT), Suzanne Gendron, Emma Smith, Susan Baier, Brenda Holmwood, Palma Canniff,
Margaret Caron, Karen Marquardt, Paul Johnson (Aramark), John McGrath (Aramark), Mike Susi (ELHS Principal),
Jennifer Kayser (BOE Clerk)
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
Additions/Changes to the Agenda:
MOTION: To move Item 4.1.a. before the Consent Agenda (Items 3.1-3.4).
Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
MOTION: To move Item 4.1.b. after Item 4.1.a. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
1.2. Recognition of Students / Staff / School Community 1.2.a East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow and Mark Wojcik)
Ben and Mark reported on the following items: College Fair is being held on 10/08/14; SAT’s
begin 10/11/14; PSAT’s begin 10/18/14; Spirit Week is 10/20/14 – 10/24/14; Volunteer Day is
10/18/14; Homecoming Dance is 10/25/14; Fall Play is 10/8/14; Sports Update – Football won
their game against Fitch High School.
1.2.b Staff Recognition: Custodian Appreciation Week – October 16 – 10, 2014 Staff Members Recognized: Salem School Custodian Team
Mr. Onofrio thanked the custodial team for their valuable contributions to our school. He
thanked them for the exceptional pride they show in their work.
1.2.c Staff Recognition: National School Lunch Week – October 13 – 17, 2014 Staff Members Recognized: Aramark Team and Cafeteria Aides
Mr. Onofrio thanked the food services for their valuable contributions to our school.
2. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
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Suzanne Gendron, 79 Mill Lane: Shared information about the PTO Cow Paddy fundraiser and upcoming Spirit
Wear sales/display.
4.1.a. Test Score Overview: CAPT and SAT Presentation (Mike Susi, ELHS Principal)
Mike Susi, ELHS Principal, reported that the students were well prepared and performed well on the
tests. He noted that incoming Salem students are very well prepared in Mathematics and Spanish and
commended our school. The presentation highlights were as follows: Total average SAT test score was
1,622, ELHS had 2 National Merit Finalists, 158 ELHS students took the ACT test in 2014 (composite
score was 24.1), 228 students took 473 Advanced Placement (AP) tests. The CAPT scores at/above Goal
(Level 4-5) for Science was 70.7% and at/above Proficient was 93.4%. There was a brief questions and
answers session after the presentation. The Board discussed getting the Salem student performance
results versus the entire ELHS population. The Board discussed comparison data and the value of the
data in addition to data points on entry level assessments for Salem students as they enter ELHS.
4.1.b. Food Service Program Update (Paul Johnson and John McGrath, Aramark)
John McGrath and Paul Johnson (Aramark representatives) presented information on the food service
program. The presentation highlights were as follows: SY2013-14 audit was successful; SY2014-15
refreshed the cafeteria by painting and adding new signage; changed the flow of the service line;
instituted a new fresh fruit and vegetable bar; added a part-time employee to help the team provide better
service; breakfast cart moved upstairs in the foyer; special event promotions will occur throughout the
school year to create excitement in the program; “lucky tray” days will be held monthly; continue to
promote breakfast participation and adhere to the new USDA standards for breakfast.
3. CONSENT AGENDA 3.1. Approve Minutes of the July 14, 2014, August 18, 2014 and September 8, 2014 Regular BOE
Meetings
George Jackson asked for a revision in the 8/18/14 minutes on page 5, item 7a to remove the student’s
name and just list “a student”.
MOTION: To approve the minutes of the July 14, 2014, August 18, 2014 (as amended) and September
8, 2014 Regular BOE Meetings. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
3.2. Approve Minutes of the August 28, 2014, September 15, 2014 and September 23, 2014 Special BOE
Meetings
MOTION: To approve the minutes of the August 28, 2014, September 15, 2014 and September 23,
2014 Special BOE Meetings. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
3.3. Budget and Financial Reports
3.3.a. SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Expenditure Reports
3.3.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
3.3.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Reports
Phil Teixeira asked to see the expenditure reports in a different format. The Board members discussed
and suggested that he meet with Kim Gadaree, Business Manager, to get a better understanding of the
reports. Steve Buck asked Kim Gadaree to explain the special education reimbursements and the line
items/adjustments associated with those accounts. Kim Gadaree stated that if Board members have
questions on these financial reports to please ask her in an effort to make things clearer for everyone.
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MOTION: To approve item 3.3.a. SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Expenditure Reports, 3.3.b.
SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments and 3.3.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Reports.
Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
3.4. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations
Appointed Chris Hebert to the position of Jazz Band Director for the 2014-15 school year at a
stipend amount of $1,177.00.
Appointed Barbara Bashelor and Mary Sturgeon as Cross Country Co-Coaches for the 2014-2015
school year. The stipend amount of $1,489.00 for Cross Country Coach will be equally divided
between the two ($744.50 each).
Appointed Chris Pugliese to the position of Girls’ Soccer Coach for the 2014-2015 school year at a
stipend amount of $1,488.00.
Appointed Anne Bowen to the position of Boys’ Soccer Coach for the 2014-2-15 school year at a
stipend amount of $1,488.00.
Appointed Marissa Kach of 610 Twin Circle Drive, South Windsor, CT 06074 to the position of
Guidance Counselor effective August 21, 2014 at a salary of $74,152.00 at the MA/Step 10 level.
Appointed Sun Meunier of 1905 Main Street, Glastonbury, CT 06033 to the position of School
Psychologist effective September 3, 2014 at a salary of $59,698.00 at the 6th Year/Step 5 level.
Appointed Ron Perrault as Short Term Interim Assistant Principal effective September 2, 2014 at a
per diem rate of $438.05/day. This position will end on October 21, 2014.
Appointed Don Radicioni of 548 Chesterfield Road, Oakdale, CT as Seasonal Weekend Building
Maintainer (Saturday). This position is a seasonal position for the months of October 2014 through
mid-April 2015 at an hourly rate of $13.42, with no benefits.
Appointed Johan Saldriagga of 34 Royal Oaks Drive, Norwich, CT 06360 as Seasonal Weekend
Building Maintainer (Saturday). This position is a seasonal position for the months of October 2014
through mid-April 2015 at an hourly rate of $13.42, with no benefits.
Appointed Christina Holth of 36 Coult Lane, Old Lyme, CT 06371 and Laura Runkle of 121
Reservoir Road, Lebanon, CT 06249 as Science Olympiads Co-Advisors for the 2014-15 school year
at a stipend amount of $480.00 each.
Appointed Kimberley Carlone of 36 Waterhole Road, Colchester, CT 06415 as Math Counts Advisor
for the 2014-2015 school year for the stipend amount of $676.00.
Appointed Kelsey Champion of 56-1 Rowland Road, Old Lyme, CT 06371 as After-School Cross
Country Instructional Aide (1:1) effective September 22, 2014 for the remainder of the Cross
Country Season (max of 1.5 hours per day).
Appointed Jackie McKiernan of 60 Fairy Lake Road, Salem, CT 06420 and Kim Brault of 83F Horse
Pond Road, Salem, CT 06420 as Co-Choral/Theater Advisors for the 2014-2015 school year at a
stipend amount of $586.00 each.
MOTION: To approve item 3.4. Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations, as presented.
Made: Phil Teixeira
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
Phil Teixeira asked if the administration tracks resignations and conducts exit interviews. Mr. Onofrio
responded that exit interviews are conducted by the administration and resignations are tracked. Phil
asked if a report could be pulled to track resignations in 13-14 vs 14-15. Mr. Onofrio will work on
compiling that report.
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4. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (Superintendent) 4.1. Announcements
4.1.c. Welcome Mr. Rafferty as Interim Principal and Mrs. Phillips as Interim Assistant
Principal at Salem School
Mr. Onofrio welcomed Mr. Rafferty to Salem School and stated that he is energized and is a
great communicator. He reported that Mr. Rafferty has visited every classroom and has met with
students, staff and parents. Mr. Rafferty spoke on his transition with Mrs. Zahner and his first
impressions of Salem School. (Great hardworking staff, students arrive and depart happy,
students are well behaved and follow the rules, very clean building, safest school arrivals and
departures he has experienced.) He also spoke about his excitement to work with Mrs. Phillips
and noted that he will mentor her this year. He will be working on protocols on all facets and
communication. He will institute a student class council, faculty advisory council and will work
on creating an after school program that will involve the community (volunteer program).
Mr. Onofrio reported that Mrs. Phillips will begin her new position on the 20th and the staff is
excited about the collaborative relationship and is energized.
4.1.d. Board Retreat (October 15, 2014 at 6:00 pm)
Mr. Onofrio reported the focus of this meeting will be BOE/District goals, BOE roles and
responsibilities and how to conduct effective meetings. Mr. Onofrio will coordinate a light meal
(wraps/salad) with Aramark and Board members will be given the cost per person to cover their
meals. Jenn Kayser will email the Board members that information prior to the retreat meeting.
4.1.e. Strategic School Profile Report for 2012-13
Mr. Onofrio reported on the Strategic School Profile Report that was just received from the
State. This is for SY2012-13 and it was noted that the State is a year behind in their reports. If
Board members have questions they were asked to email both Mr. Onofrio and Mr. Buck. If
there are questions, they can be addressed at the next BOE meeting.
5. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS
5.1. MOTION: To approve the District Organizational Chart for SY2014-2015 as presented.
Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
Phil Teixeira asked if it were possible to get a list of FTE’s for staff members. Mr. Onofrio noted that
the information was available and he would work on compiling that data.
5.2. MOTION: To appoint Sue Bennett as the staff representative to the East Lyme High School
Leadership Team. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
5.3. DISCUSSION ITEM: Subcommittee Membership (committee vacancies)
Steve Buck appointed Phil Teixeira to the Long Range Educational Planning Subcommittee and the
Town Building Committee.
5.4. DISCUSSION ITEM/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee
(membership/charge)
MOTION: To appoint a Community Relations AD-Hoc Subcommittee of the Board of Education with a
membership consisting of Mary Ann Pudimat, George Jackson (Chair) and Phil Teixeira and a charge of
improving community relations between the school and community. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
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Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
5.5. MOTION: To approve the Salem Teacher/Administrative Evaluation Plan for SY2014-2015.
Mr. Onofrio explained that the Board of Education approved both plans in June. The plans were sent to
the State for approval. The Administrator plan was approved by the State as presented. However, the
Teacher plan needed minor revisions. Page 17 of the Teacher plan has been revised and follows the
State’s flexibility option.
MOTION: To approve the Salem Teacher’s Evaluation Plan (SEED) for SY2014-15, as presented with
a revised page 17 (by the Superintendent). Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
MOTION: To approve the Salem Administrator’s Evaluation Plan (SEED) for SY2014-15, as
presented. Made: Pamela Munro
2nd
: Sam Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
6. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT
STANDING COMMITTEES:
6.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)- Next meeting 10/27/14 at 5:00 pm Chair: Pamela Munro
Member: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
2nd
Readings:
#6173 Homebound Instruction (Rev.)
#9325.43 Attendance at Meetings Via Electronic Communications (New)
#4150p Family and Medical Leave (Rev.)
#4148/4248 Employee Protection (Rev.)
#6111 School Calendar (Rev.)
#5131.2 Bullying (Rev.)
#5141.21p Administering Medication (Rev.)
#5114 Removal/Suspension/Expulsion (Rev.)
#5141.3p Health Assessments and Immunizations (Rev.)
#5141.7/5141.7p Student Sports – Concussions (New)
The Board discussed the 2nd
readings with one another.
MOTION: To approve policies/procedures #6173 Homebound Instruction, #9325.43 Attendance at
Meetings Via Electronic Communications, #4150p Family and Medical Leave, #4148/4248 Employee
Protection, #6111 School Calendar, #5131.2 Bullying, #5141.21p Administering Medication, #5114
Removal/Suspension/Expulsion, #5141.3p Health Assessments and Immunizations, and #5141.7/5141.7p
Student Sports – Concussions. Made: Pamela Munro
2nd
: Monica lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed (9:0)
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6.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations (Standing Committee) - Next meeting: 10/20/14 at 6:30 pm (will be
rescheduled) Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Robert Green, Dinis Pimentel and Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
6.3. Long-Range Educational Planning (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 10/20/14 at 5:00 pm Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: George Jackson, Phil Teixeira and Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Mary Ann Pudimat reported that the committee will discuss the draft Co-Op agreement, survey questions
and the Capital Plan at their next meeting. She welcomed Phil to the committee.
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
6.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair: Dinis Pimentel
Members: Robert Green, Dinis Pimentel
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
The TBNG contract has been signed and preliminary measurements have been taken. It was also noted
that TBNG proposes taking over support on/about January 1, 2015.
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
6.5. Town Building Committee (Liaison) Representative: Stephen Buck and Phil Teixeira
There are two outstanding projects that will hopefully be completed in November/December.
6.6. LEARN (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that the next meeting is Thursday at 9:00 am.
6.7. East Lyme BOE (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
George Jackson reported on East Lyme’s universal Pre-Kindergarten proposal.
6.8. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that the next meeting is Thursday at 7:30 pm.
7. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
7.a. Annual Management Plan Review
Robert Green stated that he cannot attend the CABE Convention this year and the Board will need to
select a member to attend the delegate assembly (11/13/14) at the next meeting. He also commented on
Common Core and gave two articles to Steve Buck and Joe Onofrio to review.
Steve Buck asked Board members to email him (or Joe) whether or not they are attending the CABE
Convention and if they are interested in attending the delegate assembly.
8. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (Special Meeting (Retreat): October 15, 2014 at 6:00 pm / Regular BOE Meeting:
November 3, 2014) It was noted that the ELHS/Salem student assessments will be discussed at the Retreat.
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10. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 9:47.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 9:47 p.m.
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CT
“Salem School District is dedicated to providing learning environments that challenge each student to
reach his or her full potential through an excellent academic program in a nurturing, student-centered
atmosphere. The family-school partnership, with the support of the community, will inspire our students
to achieve excellence in all aspects of their educational experience and to become productive,
responsible members of our community, our country and our world.”
MEETING: BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING –
BOE RETREAT
DATE: Wednesday, October 15, 2014
TIME: 6:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Salem School Library/Media Center
AGENDA
1.0. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag
2.0. Out-of-State Field Trip
MOTION: To approve the Grade 5 out-of-state field trip on 11/7/14 to Plimoth
Plantation in Plymouth, MA.
3.0. EXECUTIVE SESSION
3.1. Executive Session: For the Purpose of Discussing the Role of the
Superintendent and the Superintendent’s Evaluation
4.0. Retreat with Mark Sommaruga, Facilitator
4.1. Roles and Responsibilities of Board of Education Members
4.2. Preparation for Board Meetings
4.3. Superintendent – Board Communications
4.4. Best Practice for Board and Subcommittee Minutes
4.5. Requests for Information
4.6. Role of Board Subcommittees
4.7. Other: Topics Pertinent to Board Functioning
4.8. ELHS – Incoming Salem Student Data
4.9. Town School Efficiency Study Committee
4.10. Community/School Climate
4.11. Establish Goals for 2014-2015
5.0. Schedule Next Retreat
6.0. Adjourn
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF OCTOBER 15, 2014 SPECIAL MEETING (RETREAT)
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, George Jackson, Robert Green (arrived at 6:15 pm), Phil Teixeira, Monica Lord-McIntyre,
Pamela Munro, Sam Rindell, Mary Ann Pudimat (left at 9:21 pm)
ABSENT: Dinis Pimentel
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent
VISITORS: Mark Sommaruga, Facilitator
1.0. CALL TO ORDER/SALUTE TO THE FLAG
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
2.0. OUT-OF-STATE FIELD TRIP
MOTION: To approve the Grade 5 out-of-state field trip on 11/7/14 to Plimoth Plantation in Plymouth, MA.
Made: Monica Lord McIntyre
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
3.0. EXECUTIVE SESSION
3.1. Executive Session: For the Purpose of Discussing the Role of the Superintendent and the
Superintendent’s Evaluation MOTION: To enter Executive Session: For the Purpose of Discussing the Role of the Superintendent
and the Superintendent’s Evaluation at 6:09 pm. (Mark Sommaruga and Joseph Onofrio II were invited to
attend the Executive Session) Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Sam Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
The Board exited Executive Session at 7:15 pm.
Regular Session resumed at 7:17 pm.
4.0 RETREAT – FACILITATED BY MARK SOMMARUGA
4.1. Roles and Responsibilities of Board of Education Members
4.2. Preparation for Board Meetings
4.3. Superintendent – Board Communications
4.4. Best Practice for Board and Subcommittee Minutes
4.5. Requests for Information
4.6. Role of Board Subcommittees
4.7. Other: Topics Pertinent to Board Functioning
The Board discussed items 4.1. – 4.7. during the meeting. Mark Sommaruga discussed each
agenda item with the Board members and questions and answers sessions were conducted.
George Jackson shared information on choir microphones for Board use.
4.8. ELHS – Incoming Salem Student Data
4.9. Town School Efficiency Study Committee
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4.10. Community/School Climate
4.11. Establish Goals for 2014-2015
The Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee will work on the goals for SY2014-15 at
their next meeting (October 20, 2014) and will bring back to the Board once goals are drafted for
review.
5.0. SCHEDULE NEXT RETREAT
The Board will schedule another retreat date at a later time.
6.0. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 9:24 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
Meeting adjourned at 9:24 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Exit Public Session and Enter Into Executive Session for the Purpose of:
1.2.a. Personnel Matter Relating to the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Report and
DCF Reporting Requirements
1.2.b. Attorney Client Privilege Regarding Board of Education Vacancy
1.3. Exit Executive Session and Resume Public Session (approx. 7:30 p.m.)
1.4. Recognition of Students / Staff / School Community (BOE Chair/Superintendent/Principal) 1.4.a. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik)
2. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education
to express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public
is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but
discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone
and state your name and address.
3. CONSENT AGENDA 3.1. Approve Minutes of the October 6, 2014 Regular BOE Meeting (Resource Packet)
3.2. Budget and Financial Reports (Business Manager)
3.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report
3.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
3.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Reports
3.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations (Resource Packet)
3.4. Acknowledge Dinis Pimentel’s Resignation from the Board of Board of Education (Resource
Packet)
4. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (Superintendent) 4.1. Announcements (Superintendent)
4.1.a. Announcement: Salem School District Won the CABE Award of Excellence for
Educational Communications for Newsletters
4.1.b. Announcement: Salem School District Won Honorable Mention in the CABE Award of
Excellence for Educational Communications for District Budget, Website and Computer
Generated Projects
4.1.c. Announcement: Salem Board of Education Won the CABE Board of Education
Leadership Award (Level I)
4.1.d. Update: Teacher and Administrator Evaluation Plan
4.1.e. Update: Nursing Services
4.1.f. Update: Strategic School Profile, School Performance Index (SPI) and District
Performance Index (DPI)
5. BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS / ACTION ITEMS / MOTIONS (Board Chairman) 5.1. ACTION ITEM (MOTION REQUIRED): Appoint a Board of Education delegate to the 2015
CABE Delegate Assembly. (11/13/14 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm at the Mystic Marriott Hotel, Groton)
5.2. MOTION: Motion to recommend to our delegate that the Salem Board of Education supports
the CABE Government Relations Committee recommendations in the regular calendar for all
Section II and III items. (II.1. – II.23. and III.1. – 111.2.)
5.3. MOTION: To approve the Board of Education 2014-15 Strategic Goals, as recommended by the
Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee.
5.4. MOTION: To approve the Assistant Principal and Cafeteria Aide job descriptions, as
recommended by the Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee.
5.5. DISCUSSION ITEM / BOE CHAIRMAN ACTION ITEM: Appoint Sam Rindell as
Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee Chair and Robert Green as Technology Upgrade
Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair.
5.6. DISCUSSION ITEM / BOE ACTION ITEM: Discuss Liaison Roles. Appoint George
Jackson as the Board of Selectman Liaison and Phil Teixeira as the Board of Finance Liaison.
5.7. DISCUSSION ITEM: Salem School District 10-Year Capital Plan 2015-2016
5.8. DISCUSSION ITEM: SY2014-2015 Staffing Profile Update
5.9. DISCUSSION ITEM: SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Staff Resignations/Retirement Report
5.10. DISCUSSION / BOE ACTION ITEM: Discuss / Set Timeline for BOE Vacancy
6. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT STANDING COMMITTEES: 6.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)
Next regular meeting: 11/24/14 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
6.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 11/10/14 at 6:30 p.m.
Chair: Vacancy
Members: Vacancy, Robert Green, Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
6.3. Long-Range Educational Planning Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 11/10/14 at 5:00 p.m. Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
6.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: TBD
Chair: Vacancy
Members: Vacancy, George Jackson, Robert Green
Ex Officio: Board Chair, Superintendent, community members, and other school staff
members
6.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 11/10/14 at 4:00 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
6.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison)
Representatives: Phil Teixeira and Stephen Buck
6.7. LEARN (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
6.8. East Lyme BOE (Liaison)
Representative: George Jackson
6.9. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
7. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
7.a. Annual Management Plan Review (Resource Packet)
8. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS December 1, 2014 – Regular Meeting)
10. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 3, 2014 REGULAR MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro (arrived at 7:11 p.m.), Phil Teixeira, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann
Pudimat, Robert Green (left at 9:33 p.m.), George Jackson
ABSENT: Sam Rindell
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Rodney Mosier II, Director of Student Services; Kim
Gadaree, Business Manager; Michael Rafferty, Interim Principal; Joan Phillips, Interim Assistant Principal
VISITORS: Suzanne Gendron, Emma Smith, Barbara James, Mona Miller, Pam Maziarz, Alan Maziarz, Kari
Thibodeau, Lori Fenner, John Trusler, Denise Orsini, Linda Robson, Kathleen Maier, Sue Spang, Jennifer Kayser (BOE
Clerk)
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
1.2. Exit Public Session and Enter Into Executive Session for the Purpose of:
1.2.a. Personnel Matter Relating to the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Report and
DCF Reporting Requirements
1.2.b. Attorney Client Privilege Regarding Board of Education Vacancy
MOTION: To enter into Executive Session at 7:05 pm for the Purpose of a Personnel Matter Relating to
the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Report and DCF Reporting Requirements as well as
Attorney Client Privilege Regarding Board of Education Vacancy. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
1.3. Exit Executive Session and Resume Public Session
Executive Session ended at 7:28 pm and Public Session was resumed at 7:31 pm.
1.4. Recognition of Students / Staff / School Community 1.4.a East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow and Mark Wojcik)
Ben and Mark reported on the following items: Fall Concert 11/20/14; “Our Town” Drama
production 11/6/14 and 11/7/14; Announced new staff members; Financial Aid night 12/3/14;
Sports Update; Veterans Day Breakfast and Assembly 11/11/14; and SAT’s 11/8/14.
2. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Denise Orsini, 25 Pheasant Hill Road: Spoke about the quality education her daughter received at Salem School
and the easy transition into ELHS. She wants mothers to give Salem School a chance because the school
educates the students well and prepares them for high school.
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3. CONSENT AGENDA 3.1. Approve Minutes of the October 6, 2014 Regular BOE Meeting
3.2. Budget and Financial Reports
3.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report
3.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
3.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Reports
3.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations
Appointed Sue Bennett to the position of Eighth Grade Advisor for the 2014-15 school year at a stipend
amount of $1,481.00.
Appointed Chris Pugliese to the position of Girls’ Basketball Coach for the 2014-2015 school year at a
stipend amount of $1,488.00.
Appointed Roland Trailor to the position of Boys’ Basketball Coach for the 2014-2015 school year at a
stipend amount of $1,488.00.
Appointed Jennifer Kayser to the position of Yearbook Advisor for the 2014-2015 school year at a
stipend amount of $1,481.00.
Accepted the resignation of Christie Borelli as French/Spanish/SPED Teacher effective November 14,
2014.
Accepted the resignation of Michael Sweeney as MS Language Arts Teacher effective October 31, 2014.
Accepted the resignation of Johna Devoe as Instructional Aide effective October 21, 2014.
Appointed Lisbeth Gonzales of 55 Brookview Drive, Glastonbury, CT 06033 to the position of 1.0 FTE
Spanish Teacher effective October 29, 2014 at a salary of $78,372.00 (pro-rated for SY2014-15) at the
MA/Step 11 level. (Note: Lisbeth started on October 9, 2014 as 0.6 FTE at a per diem rate until she was
available to work full time as a 1.0 FTE Spanish Teacher.)
Appointed Diane St. Laurent of 118 Brush Hill Road, Franklin, CT 06254 to the position of ELL Tutor
effective October 14, 2014 at an hourly rate of $21.48 for no more than 10 hours per week.
Approved the transfer of Christina Holth as from Grade 5 Math/Science Teacher to ELA/Math
Interventionist (SY2014-15). This transfer will become effective once a replacement has been secured
for her Grade 5 position.
Appointed Tracey Bruni of 91 Alexander Drive, Colchester, CT 06415 to the position of Instructional
Aide effective November 17, 2014 at an hourly rate of $12.61.
Appointed Ryan Gray of 47 River Street, Baltic, CT 06330 to the position of MS Language Arts Teacher
(1.0 FTE) effective November 3, 2014 at a salary of $49,462.00 (pro-rated for SY2014-15) at the
MA/Step 1 level.
Appointed Kristina Georgian of 104 Hartford Road, Salem, CT 06420 to the position of 0.6 FTE
Instructional Aide (PK) effective October 27, 2014 at an hourly rate of $12.61.3.4.
3.4. Acknowledge Dinis Pimentel’s Resignation from the Board of Board of Education
Dinis Pimentel resigned from the Board of Education effective October 30, 2014.
MOTION: To approve the consent agenda items as presented. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
4. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (Superintendent) 4.1. Announcements
4.1.a. Announcement: Salem School District Won the CABE Award of Excellence for
Educational Communications for Newsletters
Mr. Onofrio thanked Jennifer Kayser for her efforts related to achieving this award. Mr. Onofrio
said that this award is a tremendous honor for the District.
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4.1.b. Announcement: Salem School District Won Honorable Mention in the CABE Award of
Excellence for Educational Communications for District Budget, Website and Computer
Generated Projects
Mr. Onofrio congratulated Jennifer Kayser (Website, Budget and Computer Generated Project)
and Kim Gadaree (Budget) for their efforts related to achieving honorable mention this year in
these categories.
4.1.c. Announcement: Salem Board of Education Won the CABE Board of Education
Leadership Award (Level I)
Mr. Onofrio congratulated the Board on this achievement. He noted that the Board can explore
ways to achieve a Level II award.
4.1.d. Update: Teacher and Administrator Evaluation Plan
Mr. Onofrio reported that the Board approved (10/6/14) documents were submitted to the State
and we are awaiting the State’s final approval.
4.1.e. Update: Nursing Services
Mr. Onofrio highlighted the parents’ meeting held earlier in the evening. He noted that the
administration will explore three options for SY2015-16: direct hire a school nurse, contract for
two part time nurses to job share, and contracting nursing services with another company. He
noted the decision to contract with a company for a school nurse was not solely a financial issue,
instead was more about the advantage of having a substitute provided when the regular
contracted nurse was absent.
4.1.f. Update: Strategic School Profile (SSP), School Performance Index (SPI) and District
Performance Index (DPI)
Mr. Onofrio reported that the DPI and SPI draft reports were received but have not been released
to the public yet. He noted that these reports are based on the Science CMT’s and the scores are
favorable. Mr. Onofrio reviewed the questions that a Board member had with the 2012-13 SSP
report. The administration reviewed the questions asked and answered them. It was noted that
the hours of instruction in language arts and math have both been increased from 60 to 90
minutes since this reporting period. Kim Gadaree noted that the budget figures in the SSP are
actually 10.2 million (we are currently 10.5 million). She explained what was in that figure,
including a town sidewalk project in the amount of $88,000.00. It was noted that Blum Shapiro
is using this report for their study and that it is very important for the Board and community to
understand. Mr. Onofrio stated that there are variances in how data is entered by each district.
5. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 5.1. ACTION ITEM (MOTION REQUIRED): Appoint a Board of Education delegate to the 2015
CABE Delegate Assembly. (11/13/14 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm at the Mystic Marriott Hotel, Groton)
MOTION: To appoint Steve Buck as the Salem Board of Education delegate to the 2015 CABE
Delegate Assembly. Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
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5.2. MOTION: Motion to recommend to our delegate that the Salem Board of Education supports the CABE
Government Relations Committee recommendations in the regular calendar for all Section II and III
items. (II.1. – II.23. and III.1. – 111.2.) Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Pamela Munro
Vote: In Favor: MM, MP, PM,
SB, PT
Opposed: RG, GJ
Absent: SR
Motion Passed
5.3. MOTION: To approve the Board of Education 2014-15 Strategic Goals, as recommended by the
Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee. Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
The Board discussed the drafted goals. Phil Teixeira wa nted to add a goal about achieving the financial
plan. The Board discussed the statute concerning budgets and that we cannot exceed our budget.
5.4. MOTION: To approve the Assistant Principal and Cafeteria Aide job descriptions, as recommended by
the Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee, as amended. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
The cafeteria job description was revised as follows “Trained/certified in First Aid/CPR/AED by the
District”.
5.5. DISCUSSION ITEM / BOE CHAIRMAN ACTION ITEM: Appoint Sam Rindell as
Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee Chair and Robert Green as Technology Upgrade
Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair
Steve Buck announced that he has appointed Sam Rindell as the Personnel/Contract Negotiations Chair
and Robert Green as the Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair.
5.6. DISCUSSION ITEM / BOE ACTION ITEM: Discuss Liaison Roles. Appoint George Jackson as
the Board of Selectman Liaison and Phil Teixeira as the Board of Finance Liaison
Steve Buck announced that he has appointed George Jackson as the Board of Selectman (BOS) Liaison
and Phil Teixeira as the Board of Finance (BOF) Liaison. Liaison roles were briefly discussed.
5.7. DISCUSSION ITEM: Salem School District 10-Year Capital Plan 2015-2016
The 10-Year Capital Plan was presented to the Board members for their review. Capitol Regional
Education Council (CREC), a Regional Education Service Center, will present to the full Board at their
December 1, 2014 meeting regarding the various roofing projects on the Capital Plan. The BOS and
BOF Liaisons were asked to notify the respective Boards about the December presentation by CREC.
Note: Robert Green left the meeting at 9:33 p.m.
5.8. DISCUSSION ITEM: SY2014-2015 Staffing Profile Update
Mr. Onofrio reported that a Board member requested this information. This report reflects the budgeted
FTE’s vs the current FTE’s and the rationale for any differences. The Board discussed a staffing plan for
SY2015-16. Kim Gadaree noted that she could generate this data when we begin working on the
SY2015-16 budget.
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5.9. DISCUSSION ITEM: SY2013-2014 and SY2014-2015 Staff Resignations/Retirement Report
Mr. Onofrio reported that a Board member requested this information. The reports were reviewed and
discussed with the Board members.
5.10. DISCUSSION / BOE ACTION ITEM: Discuss / Set Time Line for BOE Vacancy
Steve Buck outlined the time line proposal for the Board vacancy. Applications are due to Jennifer
Kayser no later than noon on November 14, 2014. Jennifer will compile applications and inform the
BOE of how many applications were received. A Special BOE meeting to review applications/select
interview candidates would be held on November 17, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. A Special BOE meeting to
interview candidates / appointment would be held on November 24, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Jennifer will
advertise the vacancy after the 11/3/14 BOE meeting (on 11/4/14) on our website, in the 11/5/14
Wednesday folder, the Town website, and The Day newspaper. A Board member will need to contact
the RTC and DTC.
MOTION: To accept the Board of Education vacancy time line, as presented.
Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Phil Teixeira
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
6. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT
STANDING COMMITTEES:
6.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)- Next meeting 11/24/14 at 5:00 pm Chair: Pamela Munro
Member: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
6.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations (Standing Committee) - Next meeting: 11/10/14 at 6:30 pm Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Robert Green and Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
6.3. Long-Range Educational Planning (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 11/10/14 at 5:00 pm Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: George Jackson, Phil Teixeira and Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Mary Ann Pudimat reported that the joint Co-Op committee will meet on November 17th.
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
6.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair: Robert Green
Members: Robert Green and George Jackson
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
TBNG has started working in the building on the project. It was also noted that TBNG proposes taking
over support on/about December 1, 2014.
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6.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 11/10/14 at 4:00 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
George Jackson reported that he attended the Principal’s meeting earlier in the evening and transportation
and nursing services were discussed.
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
6.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison) Representative: Stephen Buck and Phil Teixeira
6.7. LEARN (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that the next meeting is November 13, 2014.
6.8. East Lyme BOE (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
George Jackson reported that the draft Co-Op agreement was shared.
6.9. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that the next meeting is in January.
7. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
7.a. Annual Management Plan Review
Monica Lord-McIntyre asked if we had an idea of the first day of school for SY2015-16. It was noted
that the LEARN draft shows August 26, 2015 as the first day, but we have not drafted a calendar yet.
8. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (Special Meeting: November 17, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. / Special Meeting: November 24,
2014 at 6:00 p.m. / Regular BOE Meeting: December 1, 2014)
School Discipline Update (December 1, 2014)
10. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 10:31 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 10:31 p.m.
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6:00 p.m. 1. SCHOOL COMMUNITY RECOGNITIONS
1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Public Comments The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the
educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be
allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the
microphone and state your name and address.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Enter Executive Session for the Purpose of:
2.1. Review BOE Applicant Packets for November 24, 2014 Interviews
3. EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION
4. NEXT SPECIAL MEETING DATE: November 24, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. (Interview/Appoint BOE
Member)
5. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 17, 2014 SPECIAL MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat, Phil Teixeira, George Jackson
ABSENT: Robert Green and Sam Rindell
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
1.2. Public Comment – None. The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION: To enter Executive Session for the Purpose of Reviewing BOE Applicant Packets for November 24,
2014 Interviews. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
3. EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Board exited Executive Session and resumed Public Session at 6:13 p.m.
4. NEXT SPECIAL MEETING DATE: November 24, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. (Interview/Appoint BOE Member)
5. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 6:14 p.m. Made:Monica Lord-McIntyre 2
nd: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 6:14 p.m.
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6:00 p.m.
1. SCHOOL COMMUNITY RECOGNITIONS
1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Public Comments The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the
educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be
allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the
microphone and state your name and address.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION Enter Executive Session for the Purpose of:
2.1. Review/Discuss Questions for BOE Applicant Interview
3. Board of Education Applicants Interviews 3.1. Interview Candidate #1
4. EXECUTIVE SESSION Enter Executive Session for the Purpose of:
2.1. Discuss BOE Applicant Interview
5. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 3.1. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Appointment of BOE Member
6. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE: December 1, 2014
7. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 24, 2014 SPECIAL MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat, Samuel Rindell, Phil Teixeira,
George Jackson
ABSENT: Robert Green
VISITORS: John Houchin, Jennifer D’Aiuto, Peter Sielman
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 6:04 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
1.2. Public Comment The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
John Houchin, 103 Rattlesnake Ledge Road – Spoke representing the Salem Democratic Town Committee in
favor of Jennifer D’Aiuto filling seat vacated by Dinis Pimentel.
Peter Sielman, West Road – Spoke in support of Jennifer D’Aiuto.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION: To enter Executive Session at 6:11 p.m. for the Purpose of Questions for BOE Applicant Interview.
Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Samuel Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
The Board exited Executive Session and resumed Public Session at 6:26 p.m.
3. BOARD OF EDUCATION APPLICANTS INTERVIEW
The Board interviewed the applicant, Jennifer D’Aiuto.
4. EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION: To enter Executive Session at 6:39 p.m. for the Purpose of Discuss BOE Applicant Interview.
Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Samuel Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
The Board exited Executive Session and resumed Public Session at 6:44 p.m.
5. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/MOTIONS
5.1. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Appointment of BOE Member
MOTION: To appoint Jennifer D’Aiuto to fill Dinis Pimentel’s seat.
Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
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Vote: In Favor: GJ, MP, SB,
PM, MM, SR
Opposed: PT
Motion Passed
6. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE: December 1, 2014
7. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 6:50 p.m. Made: George Jackson 2
nd: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
2. SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik)
2.2. East Lyme High School Leadership Team Report (Sue Bennett, Linda Robson, Mona Miller)
2.3. Capitol Regional Education Council (CREC) Presentation on the Capital Plan Projects (Roof
Replacement, Direct Digital Control System, Rooftop A/C Units, Boilers)
3. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education
to express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public
is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but
discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone
and state your name and address.
4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.1. Approve Minutes of the October 15, 2014 Special (Retreat), November 17, 2014 Special,
November 24, 2014 Special, and November 3, 2014 Regular BOE Meetings (Resource Packet)
4.2. Budget and Financial Reports (Business Manager)
4.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report
4.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
4.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Reports
4.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations (Resource Packet)
5. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 5.1. Principal / Assistant Principal Report
5.2. Superintendent Report
5.2.a. Update: School Discipline
5.2.b. Update: CABE/CAPSS Convention
5.2.c. Update: School Security Grant
5.2.d. Budget: Proposed Staffing SY2015-2016
6. BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS / ACTION ITEMS / MOTIONS 6.1. DISCUSSION ITEM: Salem School District 10-Year Capital Plan 2015-2016
6.2. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: Student/Staff/Volunteer Award of Excellence Program
(Recommendation by the Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee)
6.3. DISCUSSION ITEM: Joint Board of Education and Board of Finance Meeting Prior to Board
of Finance Budget Presentation (Recommendation by the Community Relations Ad-Hoc
Subcommittee)
7. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT STANDING COMMITTEES: 7.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)
Next regular meeting: 12/22/14 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 12/8/14 at 6:30 p.m.
Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Vacancy, Robert Green, Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.3. Long-Range Educational Planning Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 12/8/14 at 5:00 p.m. Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
7.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 12/1/14 at 6:00 p.m.
Chair: Robert Green
Members: George Jackson and Robert Green
Ex Officio: Board Chair, Superintendent, community members, and other school staff
members
7.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 12/8/14 at 4:00 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
7.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison)
Representatives: Phil Teixeira (non-voting at this time) and Stephen Buck
7.7. Board of Selectman (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.8. Board of Finance (Liaison)
Representative: Phil Teixeira 7.9. LEARN (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
7.10. East Lyme BOE (Liaison)
Representative: George Jackson
7.11. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
8. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
8.a. Annual Management Plan Review (Resource Packet)
9. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (January 5, 2015 – Regular Meeting
11. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF DECEMBER 1, 2014 REGULAR MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Jennifer D’Aiuto, Pamela Munro, Phil Teixeira, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat
(left at 11:30 p.m.), Robert Green (left at 9:32 p.m.), George Jackson, Sam Rindell
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Rodney Mosier II, Director of Student Services; Michael
Rafferty, Interim Principal; Joan Phillips, Interim Assistant Principal; Donald Bourdeau, Director of Facilities
VISITORS: Linda Robson, Barbara James, Tiffany Cunningham, Kim Reith, Tiffany Rindell, Ed Chmielewski,
Kathleen Maier, Roger Haynes, Joanna Haynes, Jennifer Kayser (BOE Clerk)
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:37 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
2. SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Mark Wojcik)
Mark reported on the following items: Sports Update; Financial Aid Night is 12/11/14; “Our Town” Drama
production was successful; Winter Musical; Teen Safe Driving PSA’s; MADD Event 12/4/14; Craft Fair was
successful; Winter Extravaganza 12/23/14; Boat Race will be held after winter break.
2.2. East Lyme High School Leadership Team Report (Linda Robson)
Linda Robson reported on the following items: 1) School Goals were presented and discussed and 2) A survey is
being designed to go out to the Town of East Lyme and Salem to get a sense of how people feel about the school
and what they know about the school (educate the community about offerings).
2.3. Capitol Regional Education Council (CREC) Presentation on the Capital Plan Projects
(Roof Replacement, Direct Digital Control System, Rooftop A/C Units, Boilers) Representatives from CREC presented information to the Board on their assessment of the roof and energy
systems. Highlights of the presentation were: Scope of Services; Overview of Assessment Components; Roof
Findings and Recommendations; Solar Photovoltaic System Recommendation; Energy Systems Findings and
Recommendations; Funding Sources; and Project Timeline.
CREC did not recommend replacing the boiler, domestic hot water system, or rooftop units as they are all
working properly and have been well maintained. They noted that the LED conversion we have planned for
exterior lighting is something they would have recommended. They would recommend replacing interior lighting
u-bend 32 watt bulbs with a straight tube 17 watt lamp. They recommended replacing the 94 roof with a newer
design and the benefits of this design (new roof would take off 7-10 pounds (a square foot) of weight from the
stone ballast and would have no lapse). They recommended adding a solar photovoltaic system. They prepared
two scenarios: Case #1 Roof replacement only – taxpayer portion of capital cost is approximately $684,000.00
over 25 year asset life period and Case #2 Roof replacement combined with Energy Conservation and renewable
energy measures – taxpayer NET financial benefit is approximately $324,000.00 over 25 year asset life period.
The Board discussed this information with the CREC representatives.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
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Roger Haynes, 207 Hartford Road: Thanked the Board for their service. Spoke about his dissatisfaction on not
seeing the bullying issue follow-up presentation on the BOE agenda. Spoke about Public Act 11-232 An Act
Concerning the Strengthening of School Bullying Laws.
4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.1. Approve Minutes of the October 15, 2014 Special (Retreat), November 17, 2014 Special, November
24, 2014 Special, and November 3, 2014 Regular BOE Meetings
4.2. Budget and Financial Reports
4.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report
4.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
4.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Reports
4.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations
Accepted the resignation of Mary Henson, Daytime Custodian, effective December 12, 2014.
Accepted the resignation of Shari Purcell, Tutor PK, effective November 19, 2014.
Appointed Daniel Pegnataro to the position of Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach for the 2014-2015
school year at a stipend amount of $1055.00.
Appointed Dan Gillan to the position of Girls’ Assistant Basketball Coach for the 2014-2015 school
year at a stipend amount of $1,055.00.
Granted a decrease in FTE’s (1.0 FTE to 0.6 FTE) for Sharon Osga-Dugger, Instructional
Technology Specialist, effective November 3, 2014.
Appointed Palma Canniff to the temporary position of 0.35 FTE Tutor (MS) effective November 24,
2014 for the remainder of the 2014-15 school year. (This appointment increases her FTE’s to 1.0
FTE.).
MOTION: To approve the consent agenda items as presented. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Monica Lord McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
5. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (Superintendent) 5.1. Principal / Assistant Principal Report
Mr. Rafferty reported on the following: Faculty Advisory Board meetings; Parent Council meetings;
Parent seminars; Meetings with the 6th, 7
th and 8
th grade councils; Team meetings; Trooper Konow met
with teachers about school security; Safe School Climate Plan is in place and the committee will meet
next week; Parent/Community volunteer programs are coming along well; successful school dance; and
upcoming school concerts.
Mrs. Phillips reported on the new report card developed by the Report Card Committee, she noted that
the report card was kept as close to the previous version as possible. Flower pots donated by Barnett’s
and the PTO agreed to donate and change the greenery in the pots. (There are two decorated pots out in
the front of the school.) She also talked about the Math presentation made by teachers at a recent PTO
meeting.
Mr. Onofrio reported that Mrs. Dugger is working with students in grades 3-8 for National Day of
Coding and that both she and the students are very excited about this. Mr. Green reported on the VFW
Patriot Pen contest and announced that 3 Salem School students placed in the top 5 and 1 student at
ELHS (Salem resident) will go to the State Competition.
5.2. Superintendent Report
5.2.a. Update: School Discipline
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Mr. Onofrio discussed discipline issues within schools, positive behavioral supports in place and added
that Salem School is in line with best practice in education, law enforcement and the judicial system. He
talked about what process administrators follow when discipline issues arise. It was noted that the Safe
School Climate Plan is located on the website under Parent Information/Information for Parents/School
District Documents. Mr. Rafferty will hold a Safe School Climate Meeting next week and can update the
Board on this meeting next month under his Principal’s Report. Mr. Onofrio reported the information
from the ED166 Disciplinary Report for 2013-14: 16 reports made involving 11 students with 16
infractions. (In-School Suspensions, Out-of-School Suspensions, Bus Suspension) He noted that there
were 9 students reported in 2012-2013. Of the 16 infractions there were 4 Out-of-School suspensions, 8
In-School Suspensions and 4 Bus Suspensions. (Breakdown: Fighting - 2; Physical Altercation – 3;
Harassment (non-sexual) – 1; Vandalism – 1; Insubordination/Disrespect: Physical altercation – 1;
Insubordination/Disrespect: Disruptive behavior - 2; Throwing objects: Disruptive behavior - 1;
Inappropriate behavior - 2; Disruptive behavior: Verbal altercation: 1; Disruptive behavior: Throwing
objects - 1; Safety Code Violations - 1; Bullying Referrals: 1 verified – 1 non verified.) Mr. Onofrio
noted that other office referrals are not aggregated into this report. Anything brought to the
administration is documented. He stated that the administration speaks with students in a way that is
caring but the students are aware there are consequences for negative behavior. He mentioned that this
year Mr. Rafferty has addressed 5 instances warning students to stop their negative behavior toward
others as bullying is not allowed and the issues have stopped after the meeting. The Board discussed this
information and thanked Mr. Onofrio for the report.
Note: Robert Green left the meeting at 9:32 p.m.
5.2.b. Update: CABE/CAPSS Convention
Mr. Onofrio reported that Salem has a lot to be proud having a small workforce and winning 4 awards (3
honorable mentions and 1 winning submittal). He congratulated the Board on their Level I achievement
and will bring forward the requirement for Level II at a future meeting.
5.2.c. Update: School Security Grant
Mr. Onofrio reported that all items in the grant must be completed by June 30, 2015. Mr. Bourdeau
reported that once all of the estimates are defined and accurate we will put together a process for bids.
The Board will continue to be updated on this item.
5.2.d. Budget: Proposed Staffing SY2015-2016
Mr. Onofrio presented the administration’s proposed staffing plan for SY2015-16. The highlights of the
plan include: +0.8 FTE PK Teacher, +1.0 FTE Math Interventionist, +1.0 FTE MS Language Arts
Teacher, +0.4 FTE Special Education Teacher (0.6 FTE to 1.0 FTE), +1.0 FTE Instructional Aide
PK, and a reduction of a 0.8 FTE Tutor PK for a total increase of 3.4 FTE’s. This item was
brought forward as information only and will be discussed more once the full budget is prepared
and brought to the Board in January.
6. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 6.1. DISCUSSION ITEM: Salem School District 10-Year Capital Plan 2015-2016
Mr. Bourdeau discussed the items included in the capital plan. He reported that the Building Committee
may fund some of these items, but he wasn’t sure at this point in time. There was discussion about the
proposed roof/solar photovoltaic system. This item will be brought to the January meeting for Board
approval.
6.2. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: Student/Staff/Volunteer Award of Excellence Program
(Recommendation by the Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee)
MOTION: To approve the Student/Staff/Volunteer Award of Excellence Program, as recommended by
the Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Samuel Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
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6.3. DISCUSSION ITEM: Joint Board of Education and Board of Finance Meeting Prior to Board of
Finance Budget Presentation (Recommendation by the Community Relations Ad-Hoc
Subcommittee)
The Board discussed holding an informal meeting before the BOE budget presentation to the Board of
Finance to have a discussion about the budget. The Board discussed this item and agreed they would
contact the Board of Finance Chairman and work on setting up a meeting sometime during the week of
February 9th.
7. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT
STANDING COMMITTEES:
7.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)- Next meeting 12/22/14 at 5:00 pm Chair: Pamela Munro
Member: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations (Standing Committee) - Next meeting: 12/8/14 at 6:30 pm Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Robert Green, Jennifer D’Aiuto and Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Steve Buck appointed Jennifer D’Aiuto to this subcommittee.
7.3. Long-Range Educational Planning (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 12/8/14 at 5:00 pm Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: George Jackson, Phil Teixeira and Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Mary Ann Pudimat reported on the highlights of the last meeting.
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
7.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair: Robert Green
Members: Robert Green and George Jackson
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 12/8/14 at 4:00 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
7.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison) Representative: Stephen Buck and Phil Teixeira (non-voting at this time)
7.7. Board of Selectman (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.8. Board of Finance (Liaison) Representative: Phil Teixeira
Phil Teixeira reported that the Board of Finance would like the Board of Education budget formatted as
the rest of the Town’s budget.
NOTE: Mary Ann Pudimat left at 11:30 p.m.
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7.9. LEARN (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
7.10. East Lyme BOE (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.11. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
8. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
8.a. Annual Management Plan Review
Monica Lord-McIntyre commented on the Grade 5 field trip to Plimoth Plantation.
9. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Barbara James, 224 Darling Road: Stated that the Board should have informed Mr. Haynes that the bullying report
was included on this agenda after he spoke during public comment.
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (Regular BOE Meeting: January 5, 2014 *Post meeting note: Date changed to January
12, 2014)
11. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 11:33 p.m. Made: Monica Lord-McIntyre
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 11:33 p.m.
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF JANUARY 20, 2015 REGULAR MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Jennifer D’Aiuto, Pamela Munro, Phil Teixeira, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat,
Robert Green, George Jackson, Sam Rindell
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Michael Rafferty, Interim Principal; Joan Phillips, Interim
Assistant Principal; Kim Gadaree, Business Manager; Donald Bourdeau, Director of Facilities
VISITORS: Elby Burr, Ed Chmielewski (BOS Liaison), Roger Haynes, Joanna Haynes, Jennifer Kayser (BOE Clerk)
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:34 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
Request to add item 7.1 – Executive Session (Legal Update).
MOTION: To approve the agenda as amended. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
2. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
3. CONSENT AGENDA 3.1. Approve Minutes of the January 12, 2015 Regular BOE Meeting
MOTION: To approve the consent agenda, as presented. Made: Pamela Munro
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
4. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 4.1. DISCUSSION ITEM: Board of Education Deliberation of Proposed Budget for SY2015-2016
Mr. Onofrio reviewed the EL proposed budget for SY2015-1026 with the Board. The proposed budget
increase for EL is 4.7%.
Mr. Onofrio reviewed a presentation that contained all Board member and parent questions received
regarding the SY2015-20-16 budget proposal. This presentation will be placed on the District website
under the budget information for the public to review on Wednesday, January 21st. Board members
discussed this information with the administration during the presentation.
5. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
George Jackson commented about his concerns regarding the increase in language arts, he feels it will be at
the expense of science/technology/math.
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Robert Green commented on unfunded state mandates and the impact they have on schools.
Steve Buck discussed the possibility of the joint meeting and stated if this occurs the meeting should occur
before the BOE takes action on the SY2015-2-16 budget. The Board discussed next steps in the budget
process.
January 22, 2015 - Capital Plan Review/Presentation to BOF.
Joe Onofrio thanked Jenn Kayser, Kim Gadaree, Mike Rafferty, and Joan Phillips for their assistance in
getting the answers and finalizing the presentation reviewed tonight. Robert Green commended the team for
their work.
6. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Ed Chmielewski, BOS Liaison – Thanked Mr. Onofrio and his staff for their hard work. Encourages and
supports a joint meeting with the BOF/BOE.
Joanna Haynes, 207 Hartford Road – Commented on the audio system being unacceptable as some members
are hard to hear in the audience (FOI).
Jennief Kayser, BOE Clerk – Commented on the audio system and noted that the system upgrades included
in the Capital Plan are imperative.
7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (February 2, 2015 Regular Meeting / January 26, 2015 Co-Op Meeting at 6:00 p.m. at
ELHS)
7.1. MOTION: To enter executive session at 10:05 p.m. for the purpose of legal update (with Mr. Onofrio).
Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Exited Executive Session at 10:16 p.m.
8. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 10:16 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 10:16 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
2. SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik)
3. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education
to express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public
is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but
discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone
and state your name and address.
4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.1. Approve Minutes of the January 20, 2015 Regular BOE Meeting (Resource Packet)
4.2 Budget and Financial Reports (Business Manager)
4.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report (Resource Packet)
4.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments (Resource Packet)
4.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Report (Resource Packet)
4.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations (Resource Packet)
5. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 5.1. Principal / Assistant Principal Report
5.2. Superintendent Report
5.2.a. Update: Draft School Calendar SY2015-16 (Resource Packet)
5.2.b. Update: Rescheduling of the Co-Op Meeting
6. BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS / ACTION ITEMS / MOTIONS 6.1. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: The Superintendent’s Proposed Budget for
SY2015-2016
7. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT STANDING COMMITTEES: 7.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)
Next regular meeting: 2/23/15 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
2nd
Readings: (Resource Packet)
#1331 – Smoke Free Environment (Rev.)
#5131.6 – Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco (Rev.)
#5113 – Attendance/Excuses/Dismissal (Rev.)
#5121 – Student Performance/Evaluation (Rev.)
#6146.2 – Statewide Proficiency/Mastery Examinations (Rev.)
#6142.101 – Student Nutrition and Physical Activity (Student Wellness) (Rev.)
#4118.25/4218.25/5141.4 (Policy and Procedures) – Reporting of Child Abuse (Rev.)
MOTION: To approve all 2nd
reading policies/procedures, as presented.
7.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 2/09/15 at 6:30 p.m.
Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Jennifer D’Aiuto, Robert Green, Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.3. Long-Range Educational Planning Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 2/09/15 at 5:00 p.m. Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
7.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: TBD
Chair: Robert Green
Members: George Jackson and Robert Green
Ex Officio: Board Chair, Superintendent, community members, and other school staff
members
7.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 2/09/15 at 4:00 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
7.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison)
Representatives: Phil Teixeira (non-voting at this time) and Stephen Buck
7.7. Board of Selectman (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.8. Board of Finance (Liaison)
Representative: Phil Teixeira 7.9. LEARN (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
7.10. East Lyme BOE (Liaison)
Representative: George Jackson
7.11. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
8. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
8. a. Annual Management Plan Review
9. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (March 2, 2015 Regular Meeting)
11. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 12, 2015 SPECIAL MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Jennifer D’Aiuto, Pamela Munro, Phil Teixeira, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat,
George Jackson
ABSENT: Sam Rindell and Robert Green
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Michael Rafferty, Interim Principal; Kim Gadaree, Business
Manager
VISITORS: Elby Burr, Tiffany Cunningham, Jessica Hopper (The Day)
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:32 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
2. SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik) – No report.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.1. Approve Minutes of the January 20, 2015 Regular BOE Meeting
4.2 Budget and Financial Reports
4.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report
4.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
4.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Report
4.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations (None)
MOTION: To approve the consent agenda items, as presented. Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
5. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 5.1. Principal / Assistant Principal Report
Mr. Rafferty reported on the following: Basketball teams (successful skills and sportsmanship
development); the after-school activity programs for session II have begun; Parent-Teacher conferences
are March 2, 2015; Report Card Committee continues to meet; Joan Phillips is beginning to work on the
annual talent show; and Math Counts team did very well (Connie Tang came out #1 overall and the
Salem team placed 3rd
).
5.2. Superintendent Report
Mr. Onofrio announced that the meeting was not being broadcasted via virtual town meeting because of a
conflict with a live Board of Finance meeting being held and broadcasted at Town Hall.
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Mr. Onofrio announced that the District submitted a grant application (assessment reduction grant) for
the assessment/study of all assessments being given at Salem School. In addition he reported that the
Business Manager has submitted a technology grant to the State. This grant allows districts to purchase
equipment and hardware for SBAC testing (over a certain level of spending the District would be
reimbursed at 45%).
Mr. Onofrio also reported that the building cabling project (technology) is going well.
5.2.a. Update: Draft School Calendar SY2015-2016
Board members were asked to review the calendars provided for discussion at the next meeting.
5.2.b. Update: Rescheduling of the Co-Op Meeting
Mr. Onofrio reported we will work with East Lyme to reschedule this meeting for some time in March.
Following further discussion, we will present a draft co-operative agreement through community forums.
6. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 6.1. DISCUSSION / POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: The Superintendent’s Proposed Budget for SY2015-
2016
Mr. Onofrio spoke about the values that are important to the Board and the amazing amount of work
done by the Salem District staff members. He requested that the Board pass the budget as presented.
Mr. Onofrio and Mr. Rafferty shared information with the Board supporting the recommendation to add
an additional Gr 7/8 Language Arts teaching position.
The Board members created a “Parking Lot Area” to list budget items for further exploration, questions
and discussion. The following items were discussed:
Pre-K $51,400.00
Language Arts position $62,104.00
Math Interventionist position $67,845.00
Raises for Interim Administrators (2.75%) $ 9,154.00
Increase 0.4 FTE Special Education Teacher $25,162.00
Budget Bottom Line
MOTION: To approve the Salem Board of Education budget for SY2015-2016 in the amount of
$10,789,202.00. Made: Monica Lord McIntyre
2nd
: Mary Anne Pudimat
Vote: In Favor: MM, JD, SB,
MP
Opposed: GJ, PM, PT
Motion Passed (4:3)
7. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT
STANDING COMMITTEES:
7.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 3/23/15 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
2nd
Readings: (Resource Packet)
#1331 – Smoke Free Environment (Rev.)
#5131.6 – Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco (Rev.)
#5113 – Attendance/Excuses/Dismissal (Rev.)
#5121 – Student Performance/Evaluation (Rev.)
#6146.2 – Statewide Proficiency/Mastery Examinations (Rev.)
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#6142.101 – Student Nutrition and Physical Activity (Student Wellness) (Rev.)
#4118.25/4218.25/5141.4 (Policy and Procedures) – Reporting of Child Abuse (Rev.)
MOTION: To approve policies/procedures #1331 – Smoke Free Environment, #5131.6 – Alcohol,
Drugs and Tobacco, #5113 – Attendance/Excuses/Dismissal, #5121 – Student Performance/Evaluation,
#6146.2 – Statewide Proficiency/Mastery Examinations, #6142.101 – Student Nutrition and Physical
Activity (Student Wellness), #4118.25/4218.25/5141.4 – Reporting of Child Abuse, and
#4118.25p/4218.25p/5141.4p – Reporting of Child Abuse, as presented.
Made: Pamela Munro
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
7.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations (Standing Committee) - Next meeting: 3/09/15 at 6:30 pm Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Robert Green, Jennifer D’Aiuto and Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.3. Long-Range Educational Planning (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 3/09/15 at 5:00 pm Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: George Jackson, Phil Teixeira and Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
7.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair: Robert Green
Members: Robert Green and George Jackson
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 3/09/15 at 4:00 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
George Jackson reported that there was an informal meeting where he heard that the morale of the school staff
has greatly improved. The subcommittee will be looking to revisit the idea of choosing individuals for
acknowledgement. The subcommittee may plan on praising large groups versus individuals. He noted that they
might use appreciation coffees for staff hosted by the Board of Education to show its appreciation of staff.
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
7.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison) Representative: Stephen Buck and Phil Teixeira (non-voting at this time)
7.7. Board of Selectman (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.8. Board of Finance (Liaison) Representative: Phil Teixeira
7.9. LEARN (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
The State's M.O.R.E. Commission recommendations given to the LEARN Board were shared
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with the Salem Board of Education members via email.
7.10. East Lyme BOE (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.11. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that she will send the advisory council scholarship information to Mr. Onofrio to
share and make a few copies for the school office.
8. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
8.a. Annual Management Plan Review
Monica Lord-McIntyre commented that she felt the proposed SY2015-2016 school calendar starts too
early in the fall.
9. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS - None. The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (March 2, 2015 Regular Meeting)
11. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 10:16 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 10:16 p.m.
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7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
2. SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik)
2.2. Presentation of 2014 CABE Communications Awards – Newsletters (Mr. John Prins, CABE
Secretary / Treasurer and Area 7 Director)
2.3. School Community Recognition: Board of Education Appreciation Month
3. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education
to express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public
is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but
discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone
and state your name and address.
4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.1. Approve Minutes of the February 12, 2015 Special BOE Meeting (Resource Packet)
4.2 Budget and Financial Reports (Business Manager)
4.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report (Resource Packet)
4.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments (Resource Packet)
4.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Report (Resource Packet)
4.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations (Resource Packet)
4.4. Approve Out-of-State Field Trip (Resource Packet)
5. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 5.1. Principal / Assistant Principal Report
5.2. Superintendent Report
5.2.a. Announcement: Co-Op Meeting Rescheduled (March 9, 2015 – 6:00 pm ELHS)
5.2.b. Announcement: BOF Reviews BOE Budget for SY2015-2016 on March 12, 2015
5.2.c. Announcement: Assessment Reduction Grant Award
6. BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS / ACTION ITEMS / MOTIONS 6.1. ACTION ITEM: To approve the school calendar for SY2015-2016
6.2. MOTION: To approve the reduction of $83,242.00 in the SY2015-16 Board of Education
operating budget.
7. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT STANDING COMMITTEES: 7.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)
Next regular meeting: 3/23/15 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 3/9/15 at 7:00 p.m. (ELHS – Principal’s Conf. Rm.)
Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Jennifer D’Aiuto, Robert Green, Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.3. Long-Range Educational Planning Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 4/20/15 at 5:00 p.m. Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
7.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: TBD
Chair: Robert Green
Members: George Jackson and Robert Green
Ex Officio: Board Chair, Superintendent, community members, and other school staff
members
7.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 4/20/15 at 4:00 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
7.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison)
Representatives: Phil Teixeira (non-voting at this time) and Stephen Buck
7.7. Board of Selectman (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.8. Board of Finance (Liaison)
Representative: Phil Teixeira 7.9. LEARN (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
7.10. East Lyme BOE (Liaison)
Representative: George Jackson
7.11. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
8. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
8. a. Annual Management Plan Review
9. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (March 9, 2015 EL/Salem Co-Op Meeting (ELHS) / April 6, 2015 Regular
Meeting)
11. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF MARCH 2, 2015 REGULAR MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Jennifer D’Aiuto, Pamela Munro, Phil Teixeira, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat,
George Jackson
ABSENT: Sam Rindell and Robert Green
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Michael Rafferty, Interim Principal; Joan Phillips, Interim
Assistant Principal; Kim Gadaree, Business Manager
VISITORS: Suzanne Gendron, Tiffany Cunningham, Jessica Hopper (The Day)
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:37 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
Additions:
Item 6.3. - Possible Action Item: To change to the recognition program per the recommendation
of the Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee
Item 6.4. – Presentation of the Historical 8th Grade CMT scores from 2006
2. SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik) – No report.
2.2. Presentation of 2014 CABE Communications Awards – Newsletters (Mr. John Prins, CABE
Secretary / Treasurer and Area 7 Director)
Mr. Prins presented the Salem School District with the CABE Award of Excellence for Educational
Communications for District Newsletters.
2.3. School Community Recognition: Board of Education Appreciation Month
Mr. Onofrio thanked the Board members for their volunteer service.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Suzanne Gendron – 79 Mill Lane: Remarked on the budget needs for the necessary programs for the regular
education students.
4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.1. Approve Minutes of the February 12, 2015 Special BOE Meeting
4.2 Budget and Financial Reports
4.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report
4.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
4.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Report
4.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations
Appointed Mary Sturgeon to the stipend position of Conditioning/Running Advisor for SY2014-15 at a
stipend amount of $960.00.
4.4. Out-of-State Field Trip
Trip: Great East Festival
Location: Manchester High School (132 Middle Tpke. E, Manchester, CT 06040)
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Six Flags (1623 Main Street, Agawam, MA)
Date: May 29, 2015
Teacher: James Gerrard
Grades: Band students in Grade 5-8
MOTION: To approve the consent agenda items, as presented. Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
5. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 5.1. Principal / Assistant Principal Report
Mr. Rafferty reported on: Spring Parent Conferences held today; administrators are working on formal
and informal teacher observations; and announced that Wednesday is the last day to sign up to volunteer
for the third quarter after school programs.
Mrs. Phillips reported on: NAEP testing for grade 8 was completed; CMT Science testing is scheduled
for March 11, 2015; Otis Lennon grade four screenings for Gifted and Talented students is almost
completed; SBAC testing; and the Talent Show is scheduled for April 2nd
.
5.2. Superintendent Report
5.2.a. Announcement: Co-Op Meeting Rescheduled (March 9, 2015 – 6:00 pm ELHS)
5.2.b. Announcement: BOF Reviews BOE Budget for SY2015-2016 on March 12, 2015
5.2.c. Announcement: Assessment Reduction Grant Award
Mr. Onofrio reported that the District was awarded an Assessment Reduction Grant in the
amount of $10,000 to study the amount of testing being done at the school.
6. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 6.1. ACTION ITEM: To approve the school calendar for SY2015-16
MOTION: To approve the school calendar for SY2015-16, as presented.
Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Phil Teixeira
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.2. MOTION: To approve the reduction of $83,242.00 in the SY2015-16 Board of Education
operating budget.
Mr. Onofrio informed the Board that the reduction in the SY2015-16 budget is due to lower health
insurance premiums. This resulted in lowering the overall budget to $10,705,960.00 which
represents an overall increase of 1.96% from the 2014-2015 budget.
MOTION: To approve the reduction of $83,242.00 in the SY2015-16 Board of Education operating
budget. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.3. Possible Action Item: To change to the recognition program per the recommendation of the
Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee
The subcommittee shared the proposed changes in recognition from individuals to group recognition.
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MOTION: To change to the recognition program per the recommendation of the Community Relations
Ad-Hoc Subcommittee. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.4. Presentation of the Historical 8th
Grade CMT scores from 2006
Mrs. Phillips graphed the historical 8th grade CMT scores from 2006 and shared this information with the
Board.
7. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT
STANDING COMMITTEES:
7.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 3/23/15 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Short discussion about making a possible change to the Public Comment policy. This will be discussed
at the next Policy Meeting.
7.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations (Standing Committee) - Next meeting: 3/09/15 at 6:30 pm Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Robert Green, Jennifer D’Aiuto and Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.3. Long-Range Educational Planning (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 4/20/15 at 5:00 pm Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: George Jackson, Phil Teixeira and Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Mary Ann Pudimat shared that she hoped to have the cooperative agreement for March 9, 2015.
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
7.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair: Robert Green
Members: Robert Green and George Jackson
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 4/20/15 at 4:00 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
George Jackson shared information from the ELBOE meetings.
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
7.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison) Representative: Stephen Buck and Phil Teixeira (non-voting at this time)
7.7. Board of Selectman (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.8. Board of Finance (Liaison) Representative: Phil Teixeira
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7.9. LEARN (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
The State's M.O.R.E. Commission recommendations given to the LEARN Board were shared
with the Salem Board of Education members via email.
7.10. East Lyme BOE (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.11. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that the council is expecting more interest this year with Salem applications.
8. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
8.a. Annual Management Plan Review
9. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Suzanne Gendron – 79 Mill Lane: Remarked on Public Comment policy and the SY2015-16 School calendar.
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (March 9, 2015 EL/Salem Co-Op Meeting (ELHS)/April 6, 2015 Regular Meeting)
11. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 8:52 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Jennifer D’Aiuto
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m.
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5:00 p.m. 1. SCHOOL COMMUNITY RECOGNITIONS
1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Public Comments The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the
educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be
allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the
microphone and state your name and address.
2. BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS / ACTION ITEMS / MOTIONS 2.1. Discussion and Possible Action on How to Manage the Change in the ELHS Tuition Rate that
impacts the SY2015-16 BOE Operating Budget
3. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF MARCH 11, 2015 SPECIAL MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat, Samuel Rindell, Phil Teixeira,
George Jackson, Jennifer D’Aiuto
ABSENT: Robert Green
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 5:07 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
1.2. Public Comment - None. The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
2. BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS / ACTION ITEMS / MOTIONS 2.1. Discussion and Possible Action on How to Manage the Change in the ELHS Tuition Rate that
impacts the SY2015-16 BOE Operating Budget
MOTION: To add $20,943.50 to the SY2015-16 operating budget for a grand total of $10,726,903.00, a 2.16%
increase. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: In Favor: JD, PM, MM,
SR, SB, MP
Opposed: GJ, PT
Motion Passed (6:2)
3. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 5:46 p.m. Made: George Jackson 2
nd: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 5:46 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER
1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Exit Public Session and Enter Into Executive Session for the Purpose of:
1.2.a. Personnel Matters Relating to the Administrative Structure for SY2015-16 and the
Director of Student Services Search
1.3. Exit Executive Session and Resume Public Session (approx. 7:30 p.m.)
2. SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1. Recognition of Students / Staff / School Community (BOE Chair/Superintendent/Principal)
2.1.a. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik)
2.1.b. Volunteer Recognition: National Volunteer Week (April 12th – 18
th)
Staff Recognition: National Library Week (April 12th – 18
th)
Staff Members Recognized: Sarah Kateley and Susan Wyand
Staff Recognition: Administrative Professionals Week (April 21st – 27
th)
Staff Members Recognized: Laurie Barberi; School Secretary; Lee Wood, Greeter/Receptionist;
Patricia Wenrich, Administrative Assistant; Jennifer Kayser, Executive Assistant; and Kim
Gadaree, Business Manager
3. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education
to express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public
is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but
discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone
and state your name and address.
4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.1. Approve Minutes of the March 2, 2015 Regular and March 11, 2015 Special BOE Meetings
(Resource Packet) 4.2 Budget and Financial Reports (Business Manager)
4.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report (Resource Packet)
4.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments (Resource Packet)
4.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Report (Resource Packet)
4.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations (Resource Packet)
4.4. Approve Out-of-State Field Trip for Grade 3 to attend Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge
Village Road, Sturbridge, MA 01566 on May 22, 2015
5. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 5.1. Principal / Assistant Principal Report
5.2. Director of Facilities Report
5.3. Superintendent Report
5.3.a. Announcement: Introduction of Interim Director of Student Services, Liz Catarius
5.3.b. Update: Director of Student Services Search
5.3.c. Update: Technology Upgrade Project
6. BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS / ACTION ITEMS / MOTIONS 6.1. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: Discuss Budget Cuts / Adopt Revised SY2015-2016
Operating Budget
6.2. DISCUSSION ITEM: Discuss SY2015-16 BOE Strategic Goals (Possible BOE Retreat)
7. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT STANDING COMMITTEES: 7.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)
Next regular meeting: 4/27/15 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 4/20/15 at 6:30 p.m.
Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Jennifer D’Aiuto, Robert Green, Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.3. Long-Range Educational Planning Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 4/20/15 at 5:00 p.m. Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
7.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: TBD
Chair: Robert Green
Members: George Jackson and Robert Green
Ex Officio: Board Chair, Superintendent, community members, and other school staff
members
7.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 4/20/15 at 4:00 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
7.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison)
Representatives: Phil Teixeira (non-voting at this time) and Stephen Buck
7.7. Board of Selectman (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.8. Board of Finance (Liaison)
Representative: Phil Teixeira 7.9. LEARN (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
7.10. East Lyme BOE (Liaison)
Representative: George Jackson
7.11. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
8. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
8. a. Annual Management Plan Review
9. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (May 4, 2015)
11. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF APRIL 6, 2015 REGULAR MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Jennifer D’Aiuto, Pamela Munro, Phil Teixeira, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Robert Green, Sam
Rindell
ABSENT: Mary Ann Pudimat and George Jackson
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Michael Rafferty, Interim Principal; Joan Phillips, Interim
Assistant Principal; Kim Gadaree, Business Manager; Donald Bourdeau, Director of Facilities; Liz Catarius, Interim
Director of Student Services
VISITORS: Emma Smith, Kristi Hanney, Tiffany Cunningham, Jessica Hopper (The Day), Jennifer Kayser (Board
Clerk)
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
1.2. Exit Public Session and Enter Into Executive Session for the Purpose of:
1.2.a. Personnel Matters Relating to the Administrative Structure for SY2015-16 and the
Director of Student Services Search
MOTION: To enter Executive Session at 7:07 pm for the purpose of personnel matters relating to the
administrative structure for SY2015-16 and the Director of Student Services search.
Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Sam Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
1.3. Exit Executive Session at 7:46 pm. Public Session resumed at 7:52 pm.
2. SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1.a. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik) - No
report.
2.1.b. Volunteer Recognition: National Volunteer Week (April 12th
– 18th
)
Staff Recognition: National Library Week (April 12th
– 18th
) Staff Members Recognized: Sarah Kateley and Susan Wyand
Staff Recognition: Administrative Professionals Week (April 19th
– 25th
) Staff Members Recognized: Laurie Barberi; School Secretary; Lee Wood, Greeter/Receptionist; Patricia
Wenrich, Administrative Assistant; Jennifer Kayser, Executive Assistant; and Kim Gadaree, Business
Manager
Mr. Onofrio recognized National Volunteer Week, National Library Week and Administrative Professionals
Week. He thanked the staff and volunteers for their dedicated service to the school learning community.
5.3. Superintendent Report
5.3.a. Announcement: Introduction of Interim Director of Student Services, Liz Catarius
Mr. Onofrio introduced Liz Catarius as Interim Director of Student Services for the remainder of
the school year.
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3. PUBLIC COMMENT – None. The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.1. Approve Minutes of the March 2, 2015 Regular and March 11, 2015 Special BOE Meetings
4.2 Budget and Financial Reports
4.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report
4.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
4.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Report
4.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations
Appointed Christopher Pugliese to the stipend position of Assistant Track Coach for SY2014-15 at a
stipend amount of $1,055.00.
Appointed Roland Trailor to the stipend position of Track Coach for SY2014-15 at a stipend amount of
$1,489.00.
4.4. Out-of-State Field Trip
Trip: Old Sturbridge Village
Location: 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, MA 01566
Date: May 22, 2015
Grades: Grade 3
MOTION: To approve the consent agenda items, as presented. Made: Phil Teixeira
2nd
: Sam Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
5. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 5.1. Principal / Assistant Principal Report
Mrs. Phillips reported on the following items: Completed Otis Lennon grade four screenings for Gifted
and Talented students; CMT Science in grade 5 and 8 completed; SBAC testing 4/21-5/8; Math Counts
state competition (4 students participated); Science Olympiads state completion (2 first place awards);
Spirit Week; Talent Show; EB Volunteer Tutoring Program; Salem HS student projects (2 students);
Report cards went out April 2nd
; Band/Orchestra Concert April 8th; PTO will be changing the plants in the
flower pots outside; Outside clock tower has been repaired; Assessment Grant – Nancy Souza will be
working with our staff; Climate Survey (Student/Staff/Parent); and Hiking Club.
Mr. Rafferty reported on the following items: Session III after school club/activities are wrapping up this
week; Report Card committee; and an upcoming parent presentation on April 21st at 6:00 pm.
The Board inquired about the future of the Honor Roll program at the school. It was noted that there will
be a program in SY2015-16 for grades 6-8.
5.2. Director of Facilities Report
Mr. Bourdeau reported on the following items: The clock in the clock tower has been repaired; thanked
custodial staff and Public Works for their work this winter (snow removal); and an update on the
Kindergarten classroom. Mr. Bourdeau reported that New England Mechanical will begin working in the
Kindergarten classroom/HVAC during April vacation. He reported that the radiators would be repaired
and the cabinets will be fixed over the summer, however the class could be moved back in the room after
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the radiator work is complete. It was reported that the work being performed is being covered by
insurance and the damages were not a result of poor workmanship.
Mr. Bourdeau also reported on the status of the security upgrade project. He reported that TBNG is
running cables for the camera system, cameras will be installed and operational by June 30th, bid RFP is
out, and the bullet proof glass may need to be reevaluated due to weight concerns. He reported that he
expects this project being completed on time (by June 30th).
5.3. Superintendent Report
5.3.b. Update: Director of Student Services Search
Mr. Onofrio reported that the committee held 5 first round and 3 second round interviews. Mr. Onofrio
is currently working with the Personnel Subcommittee and the administrative team on options for this
position. There is currently one potential candidate based on interviews held. The Personnel
Subcommittee will meet on April 20th to discuss this position.
5.3.c. Update: Technology Upgrade Project
Mr. Onofrio reported that TBNG plans to cross over to the new network during April vacation. It
was also noted that the Library PA system project is not a part of this project and is a capital
improvement item for SY2015-16.
6. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 6.1. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: Discuss Budget Cuts/Adopt Revised SY2015-16 Operating
Budget
Mr. Onofrio distributed a handout that shows the staff reductions made in the past ten years. He reported
that while enrollment dropped so has staffing. Board members felt that this handout was helpful but
requested adding enrollment information.
Mr. Onofrio discussed the BOF reduction in the amount of $81,903.00 and reviewed his proposal to cut
this amount from the SY2015-16 budget. Highlights of this discussion were: Elimination of the
additional Pre-K class; eliminating the Gr 7/8 ELA teacher; adding a Gr 1 classroom teacher; eliminating
the cheerleading coach stipend; reducing a custodial position by 0.5 FTE’s; and a reduction in the
administration salary (Director of Student Services). Mr. Onofrio stated that the enrollment numbers for
an additional section of Pre-K weren’t there to justify the addition at this time. He also reported that the
switch in the staffing profile for a Gr 7/8 ELA teacher to a Gr 1 classroom teacher was based on
enrollment numbers and the fact that there are a high number of identified special education students.
The staff and administration felt that 3 sections of Grade 1 would be better beneficial to the students
(class size of 14 vs. 20). The school administration further discussed the rationale for this change in the
staffing request. The cheerleading stipend was being eliminated as it has not been filled in several years.
The custodial reduction was explained by Mr. Bourdeau. Mr. Onofrio explained the reduction in the
Director of Student Services salary.
Proposed reductions: .5 FTE custodian -$18,810.00; cheerleading coach stipend -$822.00; additional
Pre-K class elimination -$51,400.00; administration salary reduction -$10,871.00.
MOTION: To accept the budget reductions proposed by the Superintendent in the amount of
$81,903.00 and allow the administration to make the adjustments in staffing as proposed by the
Superintendent. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
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Mr. Buck discussed a meeting that he had recently with a member of the Board of Finance. He reported
that they discussed the possibility of using 2014-15 funds to purchase 2015-16 requests. He reported that
after this meeting he asked the Superintendent to look into this and come up with a proposal. The
Superintendent distributed a handout that listed $20,000.00 of items that could be purchased in 2014-15
(Band instruments $1,800.00; Special Education supplies $4,959.00; Custodial supplies $10,000.00;
Instructional supplies $3,241.00). The Board discussed this proposal. The Board discussed undesignated
Town fund. The Board did not take any action on this proposal.
6.2. DISCUSSION ITEM: Discuss SY2015-16 BOE Strategic Goals (Possible BOE Retreat)
Jennifer Kayser will work with the Board members to find possible dates for a Retreat to establish goals
for SY2015-16. It was suggested that Nick Caruso – CABE (preferred), Attorney Mark Sommaruga or
Anne Littlefield facilitate the meeting.
7. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT
STANDING COMMITTEES:
7.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 4/27/15 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations (Standing Committee) - Next meeting: 4/20/15 at 6:30 pm Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Robert Green, Jennifer D’Aiuto and Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.3. Long-Range Educational Planning (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 4/20/15 at 5:00 pm Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: George Jackson, Phil Teixeira and Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
7.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair: Robert Green
Members: Robert Green and George Jackson
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 4/20/15 at 4:00 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
7.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison) Representative: Stephen Buck and Phil Teixeira (non-voting at this time)
7.7. Board of Selectman (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.8. Board of Finance (Liaison) Representative: Phil Teixeira
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7.9. LEARN (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
Pam Munro reported that she cannot attend the upcoming Board of Director’s meeting and asked if
anyone was interested in attending.
7.10. East Lyme BOE (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.11. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that the council meets again on Thursday and they have 2 scholarship
applications, none are from Salem.
8. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
8.a. Annual Management Plan Review
9. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Monica Lord-McIntyre commended Joan Phillips for work with the Talent Show. She also stated that her child comes
home happy every day after school.
Reminder: Public Hearing is scheduled for April 8, 2015 at 7:00 pm in the Salem School Multi-Purpose Room.
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (May 4, 2015 Regular Meeting)
11. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 9:59 p.m. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Phil Teixeira
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 9:59 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER
1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
2. SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1. Recognition of Students / Staff / School Community (BOE Chair/Superintendent/Principal)
2.1.a. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik)
2.1.b. Staff Recognition: Staff/Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4th – 8
th)
Staff Members Recognized: All Salem School District Staff Members
3. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education
to express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public
is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but
discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone
and state your name and address.
4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.1. Approve Minutes of the April 6, 2015 Regular BOE Meeting (Resource Packet)
4.2 Budget and Financial Reports (Business Manager)
4.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report
4.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
4.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Report
4.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations (Resource Packet)
5. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 5.1. Principal / Assistant Principal Report
5.2. Director of Facilities Report
5.3. Superintendent Report
5.3.a. Update: Technology Upgrade Project
6. BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS / ACTION ITEMS / MOTIONS 6.1. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: Status of SY2014-15 Operating Budget
6.2. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: Security Upgrade Project
6.3. MOTION: To approve the IDEA Special Education Assistance grant in the amount of
$95,702.00 (IDEA, Part B, Section 611) and the IDEA Preschool Education grant in the amount
of $5,002.00 (IDEA, Part B, Section 619). (Resource Packet)
6.4. MOTION: To approve the Summer Reading List for Grades K-8, as presented. (Resource Packet)
6.5. MOTION: To charge $2.70 for student lunches effective SY2015-16. (Resource Packet)
6.6. MOTION: To certify the Salem School District in the Healthy Foods Program with exemptions,
for SY2015-2016. (Resource Packet)
6.7. MOTION: To appoint Jennifer Kayser as the District Contact for the Healthy Foods Program
for SY2015-2016. (Resource Packet)
6.8. MOTION: To approve the Teacher and Administrative Evaluation Plans for SY2015-2016, as
presented, for submission to the State Department of Education. (Resource Packet)
6.9. MOTION: To approve the Board of Education Regular Meeting Schedule and Standing
Subcommittee Meeting Schedule for SY2015-16. (Resource Packet)
6.10. DISCUSSION ITEM: Agenda Items for May 18, 2015 Co-Op Meeting
7. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT STANDING COMMITTEES: 7.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)
Next regular meeting: 5/26/15 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 5/18/15 at 7:00 p.m.
Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Jennifer D’Aiuto, Robert Green, Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.3. Long-Range Educational Planning Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 5/11/15 at 5:30 p.m. Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
7.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: TBD
Chair: Robert Green
Members: George Jackson and Robert Green
Ex Officio: Board Chair, Superintendent, community members, and other school staff
members
7.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 5/11/15 at 4:30 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
7.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison)
Representatives: Phil Teixeira (non-voting at this time) and Stephen Buck
7.7. Board of Selectman (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.8. Board of Finance (Liaison)
Representative: Phil Teixeira 7.9. LEARN (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
7.10. East Lyme BOE (Liaison)
Representative: George Jackson
7.11. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
8. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
8. a. Annual Management Plan Review
9. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (May 18, 2015 EL/Salem Co-Op Meeting at 6:00 p.m. (Salem School) /
May 18, 2015 Special Meeting at 5:30 p.m. / May 27, 2015 BOE Retreat at 6:00 p.m. (Salem School))
11. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF MAY 4, 2015 REGULAR MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Jennifer D’Aiuto, Mary Ann Pudimat, George Jackson, Phil Teixeira, Monica Lord-
McIntyre, Robert Green
ABSENT: Pamela Munro and Sam Rindell
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Michael Rafferty, Interim Principal; Joan Phillips, Interim
Assistant Principal; Kim Gadaree, Business Manager; Donald Bourdeau, Director of Facilities
VISITORS: Jessica Hopper (The Day)
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:31 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
2. SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1.a. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik) - No
report.
2.1.b. Staff Recognition: Staff/Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4th
– 8th
)
Mr. Onofrio thanked the staff and teachers for making Salem School as great as it is. Bob Green thanked the
administrative professionals.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT – None. The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.1. Approve Minutes of the April 6, 2015 Regular BOE Meeting
4.2 Budget and Financial Reports
4.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report
4.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
4.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Report
4.3. Acknowledge Superintendent’s Staff Appointments/Resignations
Appointed Kelsey Champion to the position of After-School Track Instructional Aide (1:1) effective
April 20, 2015 for the remainder of the season (covers all after-school home practices and some
meets) for a maximum of 1.5 hours per day.
MOTION: To approve the consent agenda items, as presented. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
5. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 5.1. Principal / Assistant Principal Report
Mr. Rafferty and Mrs. Phillips reported on the following items: Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week
activities; Summer School (July); School Climate surveys; Community Service Project (Scouts cleaned
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back of the school); Proposal for Gr 6-8 students volunteering 12 hours/year in community service;
French Montreal field trip; French survey (offering French) has been launched; School field trip updates;
ACES (All Children Exercise Simultaneously event); K-1 Concert is 5/7/15; “Aladdin” Theater
Production; Testing updates; and Grant updates.
Bob Green inquired about reinstating the 8th grade field trip to Washington, DC.
5.2. Director of Facilities Report
Mr. Bourdeau reported on the following items: Track (numbered lanes); hired a 0.5 FTE custodian; tree
trimming on weekends; and some possible roof leakage in the 1993 section of the building. The heating
and rooftop units for the kindergarten room have been repaired, they are working on a plan to prevent
another occurrence.
George Jackson inquired about a $5,000 transfer to general repairs, this was for water media filter
upgrades.
5.3. Superintendent Report
5.3.a. Update: Technology Upgrade Project
Mr. Onofrio reported that the project is nearly complete; connections are high speed and working
very well. Phil Teixeira inquired about what security is in place. Mr. Onofrio reported that
firewalls, filters and encryption are all security measures in place.
Mr. Rafferty and Mr. Onofrio talked about the community service proposal and asked Board members to
think about this proposal. This will be brought forward to the Board as an agenda item in June. Mr.
Onofrio stated that the French proposal will also be brought to the Board in June as an agenda item.
Mr. Onofrio also noted that he will present a proposal for hosting 1-2 LEARN classes to the Board in
either June or July.
6. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 6.1. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: Status of SY2014-15 Operating Budget
Mr. Onofrio and Mrs. Gadaree discussed the projected surplus of the current operating budget. They
highlighted the items that led to this projected surplus (bus contract; savings in administrative salaries;
savings in certified salaries; health insurance; and SPED excess costs). Mr. Onofrio passed out a
document titled “Spending Request for Excess Funds”. The documents lists the following: 52 desktops
and monitors ($31,720); 12 Chromebooks ($4,416); 24 laptops ($15,960); 7 Epson Powerlite 570
projectors ($10,836); 2 printers ($1,140); electrical upgrade ($20,000); supplies for additional Grade 1
classroom SY15-16 ($2,079); algebra calculators ($3,825); Gr 7/8 Digits textbooks ($1,015); sandbox
($899); non-instructional equipment for Kindergarten and Grade 1 ($2,332); band instruments from 15-
16 budget ($1,800); xylophone ($1,400); Wilson training PD and kits ($6,500); front parking lot – seal
and stripe ($12,500); back parking lot – seal and stripe ($11,700); and cement and curbing ($6,000). The
Board members discussed these items at length with the administration. The Board requested rationale
for the technology requests to be presented to them at their May 18th special meeting.
MOTION: To pass the spending request for $68,250.00 to cover the following items: electrical upgrade
($20,000); supplies for additional Grade 1 classroom SY15-16 ($2,079); algebra calculators ($3,825); Gr
7/8 Digits textbooks ($1,015); sandbox ($899); non-instructional equipment for Kindergarten and Grade
1 ($2,332); xylophone ($1,400); Wilson training PD and kits ($6,500); front parking lot – seal and stripe
($12,500); back parking lot – seal and stripe ($11,700); and cement and curbing ($6,000).
Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
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Motion Passed
6.2. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: Security Upgrade Project
Mr. Onofrio reported that there is a proposed bill to postpone the security upgrades until June 2016.
Discussion followed as if the deadline was still June 2015. Mr. Onofrio and Mr. Bourdeau reviewed the
current plans.
6.3. MOTION: To approve the IDEA Special Education Assistance grant in the amount of $95,702.00
(IDEA, Part B, Section 611) and the IDEA Preschool Education grant in the amount of $5,002.00 (IDEA,
Part B, Section 619). Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.4. MOTION: To approve the Summer Reading List for Grades K-8, as presented.
Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Phil Teixeira
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.5. MOTION: To charge $2.70 for student lunches effective SY2015-16.
Made: Jennifer D ‘Aiuto
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.6. MOTION: To certify the Salem School District in the Healthy Foods Program with exemptions, for
SY2015-2016. Made: Monica Lord-McIntyre
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.7. MOTION: To appoint Jennifer Kayser as the District Contact for the Healthy Foods Program for
SY2015-2016. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.8. MOTION: To approve the Teacher and Administrative Evaluation Plans for SY2015-2016, as
presented, for submission to the State Department of Education. Made: Phil Teixeira
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.9. MOTION: To approve the Board of Education Regular Meeting Schedule and Standing Subcommittee
Meeting Schedule for SY2015-16. Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.10. DISCUSSION ITEM: Agenda Items for May 18, 2015 Co-Op Meeting
Items requested are: Review Co-Op Agreement Document and Alignment of Grading Systems in East
Lyme and Salem.
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7. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT
STANDING COMMITTEES:
7.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 5/26/15 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations (Standing Committee) - Next meeting: 5/18/15 at 7:00 pm Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Robert Green, Jennifer D’Aiuto and Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.3. Long-Range Educational Planning (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 5/11/15 at 5:30 pm Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: George Jackson, Phil Teixeira and Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
7.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair: Robert Green
Members: Robert Green and George Jackson
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 5/11/15 at 4:30 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
7.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison) Representative: Stephen Buck and Phil Teixeira (non-voting at this time)
7.7. Board of Selectman (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.8. Board of Finance (Liaison) Representative: Phil Teixeira
7.9. LEARN (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
7.10. East Lyme BOE (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.11. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
8. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
8.a. Annual Management Plan Review
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9. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS - None. The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (May 18, 2015 EL/Salem Co-Op Meeting at 6:00 p.m. (Salem School) / May 18, 2015
Special Meeting at 5:30 p.m. / May 27, 2015 BOE Retreat at 6:00 p.m. (Salem School))
11. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 10:12 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Jennifer D’Aiuto
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 10:12 p.m.
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5:30 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER
1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Public Comments The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the
educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be
allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the
microphone and state your name and address.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION 2.1. Exit Public Session and Enter Into Executive Session for the Purpose of:
2.1.a. Discussion of Administrative Structure for SY2015-16 (Michael Rafferty and Joseph
Onofrio invited to Executive Session)
2.2. Exit Executive Session and Resume Public Session
3. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
3.1. Possible Action on Administrative Structure for SY2015-16
3.2. Discussion/Possible Action on Technology Purchase Request
3.3. Discussion/Possible Action on BOE Letters of Appreciation
4. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF MAY 18, 2015 SPECIAL MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat, Phil Teixeira, George Jackson,
Jennifer D’Aiuto, Robert Green (arrived at 5:58 pm), Samuel Rindell (arrived at 5:45 pm)
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Michael Rafferty, Interim Principal; Kim Gadaree, Business
Manager
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 5:31 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
1.2. Public Comment - None. The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the
educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be
allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a co mment, please use the
microphone and state your name and address.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
2.1. Exit Public Session and Enter Into Executive Session for the Purpose of:
2.1.a. Discussion of Administrative Structure for SY2015-16 (Michael Rafferty and Joseph
Onofrio invited to Executive Session)
MOTION: To enter executive session at 5:32 p.m. with Joseph Onofrio and Michael Rafferty.
Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
2.2. Exit Executive Session and Resume Public Session
Executive Session was exited at 6:00 p.m.
The meeting broke for a recess to begin the Co-Op meeting and resumed at 7:23 pm.
3. BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS / ACTION ITEMS
3.1. Possible Action on Administrative Structure for SY2015-16
The Personnel Subcommittee will review suggestions for administrative structure.
3.2. Discussion/Possible Action on Technology Purchase Request
Mr. Onofrio announced that the State was not funding the technology grant. He also reported that the
security grant period to use the funding was extended to June 30, 2016. The district still hopes to finish
this project over the summer.
MOTION: To use $64,072.00 from excess fnds to purchase 52 desktops and monitors ($31,720.00), 12
Chromebooks ($4,416.00), 24 laptops ($15,960.00), 7 Epson Powerlite 570 projectors ($10,836.00), and
2 new printers ($1,140.00). Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
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3.3. Discussion/Possible Action on BOE Letters of Appreciation
MOTION: To use the recommended Board of Education letters of appreciation, as amended.
Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Motion withdrawn. (GJ/MP)
MOTION: For the Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee to re-write the letter to staff and
present it at the May 27, 2015 BOE Retreat. Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Samuel Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Mr. Onofrio asked Board members to email any agenda items for the Retreat before May 20th.
3. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 8:23 p.m. Made: Monica McIntyre
2nd
: Samuel Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m.
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CT
“Salem School District is dedicated to providing learning environments that challenge each student to
reach his or her full potential through an excellent academic program in a nurturing, student-centered
atmosphere. The family-school partnership, with the support of the community, will inspire our students
to achieve excellence in all aspects of their educational experience and to become productive,
responsible members of our community, our country and our world.”
MEETING: BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING –
BOE RETREAT
DATE: Wednesday, May 27, 2015
TIME: 6:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Salem School Library/Media Center
AGENDA
1.0. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag
2.0. Board Discussion Items/Action Items
2.1. Board Discussion/Possible Action on BOE Letters of Appreciation
2.2. Discussion/Possible Action on Administrative Structure for SY2015-16
2.3. Review Draft BOF Letter
3.0. Retreat with Nicholas D. Caruso, Jr., CABE, Facilitator
3.1. Roles and Responsibilities of Board of Education Members
3.2. Discussion/Possible Action on Board Packets
3.3. Review BOE Self-Evaluation Procedures
3.4. Review / Establish BOE Strategic Goals for 2015-2016
4.0. Other
5.0. Adjourn
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF MAY 27, 2015 SPECIAL MEETING (RETREAT)
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, George Jackson, Robert Green, Jennifer D’Aiuto (left at 9:00 pm.), Phil Teixeira, Monica
Lord-McIntyre, Pamela Munro, Sam Rindell, Mary Ann Pudimat
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent
VISITORS: Nick Caruso, Facilitator (CABE)
1.0. CALL TO ORDER/SALUTE TO THE FLAG
The meeting was called to order at 6:02 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
2.0. BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS/ACTION ITEMS
2.1. Board Discussion/Possible Action on BOE Letters of Appreciation
MOTION: To approve the BOE letter of appreciation, as amended. Made: Monica Lord McIntyre
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
2.2. Discussion/Possible Action on Administrative Structure for SY2015-16
MOTION: To post the position of Principal internally for five days. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
MOTION: To direct the Superintendent to bring forth an appropriate candidate for Director of Student
Services. Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
MOTION: To post the position of Assistant Principal internally for five days.
Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
The Board of Education will hold a special meeting on June 8, 2015 at 6:00 pm to interview candidates
and possibly make appointments for administrative positions.
2.3. Review Draft BOF Letter
The letter was reviewed and amended.
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3.0. RETREAT WITH NICHOLAS CARUSO, FACILITATOR (CABE)
3.4. Review / Establish BOE Strategic Goals for 2015-2016
MOTION: To reaffirm the 2014-15 Board of Education goals for the 2015-16 school year.
Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Samuel Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
3.1. Roles and Responsibilities of Board of Education Members
The Board discussed roles and responsibilities of BOE members. The Board also reviewed the policies
on Public Comment, Public Complaints and Participation at Board Meetings.
3.2. Discussion/Possible Action on Board Packets
Board packets will arrive via email and hard copies will be available for members at the meeting. If a
Board member wishes to have his/her hard copy prior to the meeting, they may arrange (with the
Executive Assistant) to pick up his/her packet at the school.
3.3. Review BOE Self-Evaluation Procedures
Did not discuss this agenda item.
4.0. OTHER
5.0. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 9:06 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
MOTION PASSED
Meeting adjourned at 9:06 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER
1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Exit Public Session and Enter Into Executive Session for the Purpose of:
1.2.a. Personnel Matters Relating to the Administrative Structure for SY2015-16
1.2.b. Superintendent Evaluation Update
1.3. Exit Executive Session and Resume Public Session (approx. 7:30 p.m.)
2. SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1. Recognition of Students / Staff / School Community (BOE Chair/Superintendent/Principal)
2.1.a. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik)
2.1.b. Letter of Appreciation to Salem Staff
3. PUBLIC COMMENT The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education
to express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public
is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but
discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone
and state your name and address.
4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.1. Approve Minutes of the May 4, 2015 Regular and May 18, 2015 and May 27, 2015 Special BOE
Meetings (Resource Packet)
4.2 Budget and Financial Reports (Business Manager)
4.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report
4.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
4.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Report
5. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 5.1. Principal / Assistant Principal Report
5.1.a. General Update
5.1.b. Climate Survey Update
5.2. Director of Facilities Report
5.3. Superintendent Report
5.3.a. Technology Upgrade Project Update
5.3.b. Co-Operative Agreement Update
5.3.c. Conference Call with Education Committee Co-Chair
5.3.d. Connection Lighthouse Project Worksheets
6. BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS / ACTION ITEMS / MOTIONS 6.1. MOTION: To approve the Instructional Technology job description, as presented. (Resource
Packet)
6.2. MOTION: To approve the certified union MOU for Science Olympiads, as presented. (Resource
Packet) 6.3. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: World Language Proposal (Resource Packet)
6.4. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: Community Service Requirement Proposal (Resource
Packet)
6.5. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: LEARN Special Education Programs at Salem School
for SY2015-16
7. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT STANDING COMMITTEES: 7.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee)
Next regular meeting: 6/22/15 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
1st Readings:
#5131.913 - Cyberbullying (New)
#5141.7 / 5141.7p - Student Sports – Concussions (Rev.)
7.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: TBD.
Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Jennifer D’Aiuto, Robert Green, Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
7.3. Long-Range Educational Planning Subcommittee (Standing Subcommittee)
Next regular meeting: 6/8/15 at 5:30 p.m. Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
7.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: TBD
Chair: Robert Green
Members: George Jackson and Robert Green
Ex Officio: Board Chair, Superintendent, community members, and other school staff
members
7.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 6/8/15 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
7.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison)
Representatives: Phil Teixeira (non-voting at this time) and Stephen Buck
7.7. Board of Selectman (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.8. Board of Finance (Liaison)
Representative: Phil Teixeira 7.9. LEARN (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
7.10. East Lyme BOE (Liaison)
Representative: George Jackson
7.11. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
8. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
8. a. Annual Management Plan Review
9. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (June 8, 2015 Special Meeting at 6:00 pm / July 20, 2015 Regular BOE
Meeting)
11. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF JUNE 8, 2015 REGULAR MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Jennifer D’Aiuto, Mary Ann Pudimat, George Jackson (arrived at 7:26 pm), Phil Teixeira,
Robert Green, Pamela Munro, Samuel Rindell
ABSENT: Monica Lord-McIntyre
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Michael Rafferty, Interim Principal; Joan Phillips, Interim
Assistant Principal; Kim Gadaree, Business Manager; Donald Bourdeau, Director of Facilities
VISITORS: Nicole Hecklinger, Christina Holth, Barbara James, Tiffany Cunningham, Jessica Hopper (The Day),
Jennifer Kayser (BOE Clerk)
1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1. Call to Order / Additions to Agenda / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
1.2. Exit Public Session and Enter Into Executive Session for the Purpose of:
1.2.a. Personnel Matters Relating to the Administrative Structure for SY2015-16
1.2.b. Superintendent Evaluation Update
1.2.c. MOTION: To enter into Executive Session at 7:03 pm for the Purpose of Personnel Matters
Relating to the Administrative Structure for SY2015-16 and Superintendent Evaluation Update.
Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Samuel Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Exit Executive Session and Resume Public Session at 7:28 p.m.
2. SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1.a. East Lyme High School BOE Student Representative Report (Ben Morrow/Mark Wojcik) - Mark
Wojcik reported on the following items: Boys’ and Girls’ Lacrosse won ECC; Boys’ Track won ECC; Both
CIAC scholar athletes were Salem students; Boys’ and Girls’ Swim team won ECC; Grease musical; Art Expo;
Junior and Senior Prom; Awards night; Exams start June 11th; National Honors Society Induction Night; Senior
Dinner Dance; Senior Trip; and Graduation is June 18th.
2.1.b. Letter of Appreciation to Salem Staff
Mary Ann Pudimat read the BOE letter of appreciation to staff. She thanked the staff for a great year.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT – None. The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to
express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised
that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and
Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.1. Approve Minutes of the May 4, 2015 Regular and May 18, 2015 and May 27, 2015 Special BOE
Meetings
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4.2 Budget and Financial Reports
4.2.a. SY2014-2015 Expenditure Report
4.2.b. SY2014-2015 Line Item Adjustments
4.2.c. SY2014-2015 Special Aid / Grant Status Report
MOTION: To approve the consent agenda items, as presented. Made: Robert Green
2nd
: Mary Ann Pudimat
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
5. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 5.1. Principal / Assistant Principal Report
5.1.a. General Update
A quick PowerPoint slideshow titled “Salem School a Year in Review” was played for the Board.
Mr. Rafferty and Mrs. Phillips reported on the following items: Graduation program; letter of
appreciation; Great East (won 2 gold medals); CAS Awards; Report card Update; Professional Learning
for SY2015-16; Aladdin theater production will be held on June 3rd
and 4th; 8
th Grade Dance June 5
th;
Spirit Assembly June 15th; and Kindergarten Orientation/Registration. Mr. Rafferty stated that
Kindergarten enrollment is currently at 42 students and this will be watched closely, depending on
enrollment numbers another section/teacher may be needed.
5.1.b. Climate Survey Update
Mr. Rafferty reported that the committee has met and reviewed the three surveys launched (staff, students
and parents). He reported that the committee narrowed down a few areas of concern and they will be
working on a school improvement plan (action plan) to address these issues over the summer. An action
plan will be presented in the fall. The Board members requested a copy of the survey. Mr. Onofrio
noted that this will be included in the July BOE packet.
5.2. Director of Facilities Report
Mr. Bourdeau reported on the following items: OSHA walk through; Kindergarten classroom update;
summer work; and parking lot repairs.
5.3. Superintendent Report
Mr. Onofrio reported that the administrative team has decided to post for a School Nurse for SY2015-16.
LEARN has offered to provide nursing supervision services if we are able to hire our own nurse.
5.3.a. Technology Upgrade Project Update
Mr. Onofrio reported that the project is nearly complete; connections are high speed and working
very well. He noted that the project should be completed by June 30th
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5.3.b. Co-Operative Agreement Update
Mr. Onofrio reported that he is working with East Lyme to gather the documents for posting online. It
was noted that a narrative is needed for the website to go along with the documents. The Board
discussed adding a consequence to the section regarding the January 15th deadline for audited numbers.
The Board did not feel that this should be done at this time but stated that if the public comments
received speak of this issue it would be explored at that time.
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5.3.c. Conference Call with Education Committee Co-Chair
Mr. Onofrio updated the Board on a recent conference call he participated in regarding some items that
are being discussed in the State (assessments and standards for high school graduation and the new MBR
bill).
5.3.d. Connection Lighthouse Project Worksheets
Mr. Onofrio stated that the worksheets were included in the Board packets as Nick Caruso emailed them
to him after the Retreat. He added that the Board can later discuss how to use these worksheets.
6. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 6.1. MOTION: To approve the Instructional Technology job description, as presented.
Made: Samuel Rindell
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.2. MOTION: To approve the certified union MOU for Science Olympiads, as presented.
Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.3. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: World Language Proposal
Mr. Rafferty explained that he recently surveyed parents about offering both French and Spanish next
school year. He reported that the responses showed that the majority of parents would like both offered
next year. The Board discussed this proposal. It was noted that parents were not surveyed about whether
or not their child would take Spanish or French if both were offered so we don’t really know if the low
participation (as was the issue in past years) in French would still be the situation. Mr. Rafferty stated
that if the French numbers were too low (participation) then only Spanish would be offered.
MOTION: For the Board of Education to direct the Superintendent to have the administration look at
expanding the World Language program to include French. Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Pam Munro
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
6.4. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: Community Service Requirement Proposal
Mr. Rafferty discussed the community service requirement proposal for Grade 6-8 students at Salem
School. The Board discussed this proposal with the school administration.
MOTION: To approve the community service requirements in Grade 6, 7 and 8 to provide 12 hours per
year to provide service to others in the Salem community. Made: Jennifer D’Aiuto
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Barbara James stated that the Historical Society and Salem Land Trust may be looking for volunteers.
6.5. DISCUSSION ITEM/ACTION ITEM: LEARN Special Education Programs at Salem School for
SY2015-16
Mr. Onofrio reported that the administration has met with LEARN regarding offering them space at
Salem School for their programs. The Board discussed this proposal with the Superintendent.
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MOTION: That the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent to investigate a resumption of the
relationship with having LEARN programs at Salem School. Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: Robert Green
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
7. BOARD OF EDUCATION’S SUBCOMMITTEES / LIAISON COMMITTEE REPORT
STANDING COMMITTEES:
7.1. Policy Subcommittee (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 6/22/15 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: Pamela Munro
Members: Pamela Munro and Monica Lord-McIntyre
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
1st Readings:
#5131.913 - Cyberbullying (New)
#5141.7 / 5141.7p - Student Sports – Concussions (Rev)
7.2. Personnel/Contract Negotiations (Standing Committee) - Next meeting: TBD Chair: Samuel Rindell
Members: Robert Green, Jennifer D’Aiuto and Samuel Rindell
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Mr. Onofrio is working on the salary matrix with the attorney and it will be presented to the Board at
their June 8th special meeting.
7.3. Long-Range Educational Planning (Standing Committee) – Next meeting: 6/8/15 at 5:30 pm Chair: Mary Ann Pudimat
Members: George Jackson, Phil Teixeira and Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Mary Ann Pudimat reported that the final school efficiency meeting will be held on June 3rd
and the
timeline for the release of the study will be discussed at that meeting.
AD-HOC COMMITTEES:
7.4. Technology Upgrade Project Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Chair: Robert Green
Members: Robert Green and George Jackson
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
Mr. Onofrio will contact Jeff at TBNG to set up a meeting since the project is coming to a close.
7.5. Community Relations Ad-Hoc Subcommittee (Ad-Hoc Subcommittee) Next meeting: 6/8/15 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair: George Jackson
Members: Phil Teixeira, George Jackson, Mary Ann Pudimat
Ex Officio: Board Chair and Superintendent
George Jackson noted that the letters of appreciation are completed and they are now awaiting the
efficiency study results.
LIAISONS TO COMMITTEES:
7.6. Town Building Committee (Liaison) Representative: Stephen Buck and Phil Teixeira (non-voting at this time)
7.7. Board of Selectman (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
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7.8. Board of Finance (Liaison) Representative: Phil Teixeira
7.9. LEARN (Liaison) Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported their next meeting is June 11th.
7.10. East Lyme BOE (Liaison) Representative: George Jackson
7.11. Cable Advisory (Liaison)
Representative: Pamela Munro
Pamela Munro reported that they will meet again in July.
8. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMUNICATIONS
8.a. Annual Management Plan Review
9. AUDIENCE RESPONSE / COMMENTS - None. The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational
program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will
listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and
address.
Robert Green commented that the VFW appreciates the Captain Jason Hamill memorial in the
school. He also announced that he will not run for re-election in November.
George Jackson commented that he would love to see a plaque on the Town Green for WWII
veterans.
Samuel Rindell commented that he would like to see the Washington, DC (Grade 8) and Alton
Jones (Grade 6) field trips happen in the future.
George Jackson commented on the PowerPoint played earlier in the meeting.
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (June 8, 2015 Special Meeting at 6:00 p.m. / July 20, 2015 Regular Meeting)
11. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 10:05 p.m. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Samuel Rindell
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
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1. SCHOOL COMMUNITY RECOGNITIONS 1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
1.2. Public Comments The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any
discussion of specific Board employees will not be allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is
limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the microphone and state your name and address.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION Enter Executive Session for the Purpose of Personnel Matters:
Administrative Interviews (Principal, Assistant Principal and Director of Student Services)
Discuss Administrative Salary Matrix
3. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 3.1. POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Appoint Principal, Assistant Principal and Director of Student
Services
3.2. POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Administrative Salary Matrix
4. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE: July 20, 2015
5. ADJOURNMENT
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SALEM BOARD OF EDUCATION
SALEM, CONNECTICUT
MINUTES OF JUNE 8, 2015 SPECIAL MEETING
PRESENT: Stephen Buck, Pamela Munro, Monica Lord-McIntyre, Mary Ann Pudimat, Phil Teixeira, George Jackson,
Jennifer D’Aiuto
ABSENT: Robert Green and Samuel Rindell
ADMINISTRATION: Joseph Onofrio II, Superintendent; Michael Rafferty, Interim Principal; Joan Phillips, Interim
Assistant Principal; Liz Catarius, Interim Director of Student Services
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.1. Call to Order / Salute to the Flag (Board Chairman)
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m. by Chairman, Stephen Buck.
1.2. Public Comment The public comment portion of the meeting is a time for members of the audience to address the Board of Education to express opinions concerning the
educational program or other topics within the purview of the Board. The public is advised that any discussion of specific Board employees will not be
allowed. The Board will listen to remarks but discussion and Board action is limited to agenda items only. When making a comment, please use the
microphone and state your name and address.
Nicole Hecklinger, SFT President and Salem School Teacher: Commented that the staff appreciated the BOE
appreciation letters.
Gretchen Leming, Salem School Teacher: Commented that she has appreciated the BOE actions and the
administrative team.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Enter Executive Session for the Purpose of Personnel Matters:
Administrative Interviews (Principal, Assistant Principal and Director of Student Services)
Discuss Administrative Salary Matrix
MOTION: To enter executive session at 6:10 p.m. with Joseph Onofrio. Made: George Jackson
2nd
: Monica Lord-McIntyre
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
Executive Session was exited at 7:35 p.m.
The meeting resumed at 7:37 pm.
3. BOARD DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS/ MOTIONS 3.1. POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Appoint Principal, Assistant Principal and Director of Student Services
MOTION: To appoint Joan Phillips as Principal of Salem School for the 2015-16 school year.
Made: Mary Ann Pudimat
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
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MOTION: To appoint Michael Rafferty as Assistant Principal of Salem School for the 2015-16 school
year. Made: Monica Lord-McIntyre
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
MOTION: To appoint Elizabeth Catarius as Director of Student Services for the Salem School District
for the 2015-16 school year. Made: Phil Teixeira
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor
Motion Passed
3.2. POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Administrative Salary Matrix
MOTION: To approve the administrative salary matrix for the 2015-16 school year.
Made: Jennifer D’Aiuto
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: In Favor: SB, PM, MP,
GJ, JD, MM
Opposed: PT
Motion Passed (6:1)
4. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: To adjourn at 7:45 p.m. Made: Jennifer D’Aiuto
2nd
: George Jackson
Vote: All in Favor Motion Passed
Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
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