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WINNISQUAM REGIONAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
DECEMBER 21, 2015
SCHOOL BOARD ADMINISTRATION
Jasen Stock, Chairperson Dr. Tammy Davis, Superintendent
Wayne Crowley Cheryl Somma, Business Administrator
Tom Fulweiler Dr. Pam Miller, Assistant Superintendent
Sean Goodwin Tom Laliberte, WRHS Principal
Tarra LaChapelle Lori Krueger, Director of Student Services/USS Principal
Tim Lang Bonnie Jean Kuras, SCS Principal
Julie Lonergan
Patricia Sawicki
Kevin Washburn (absent)
SECRETARY
Adele Chertoff
1.0 CALL TO ORDER
The December 21, 2015, meeting of the Winnisquam Regional School Board was called to order at 6:43 pm by
Chairman Jasen Stock.
2.0 PUBLIC COMMENT
No one signed up for public comment.
Chairman Stock suggested reordering the agenda to begin with Item 5.5 - Approval of 2016-2017 Budget to
accommodate members of the Budget Committee who were present.
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Goodwin, seconded by Mr. Lang to reorder the agenda to have 5.5 before the
special reports.
Vote: Affirmative - Unanimous
5.5 Approval of 2016-2017 Budget
Mrs. Somma reported the administrator’s budget was $24,275,241, a 1.4% increase over the 2015-16 budget. After
Board review on three separate occasions, the budget was increased by $41,968 for a total budget of $24,667,328,
which is a 1.62% increase over the prior year’s general fund operating budget.
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Goodwin, seconded by Mr. Lang to approve the School Board budget for
2016-2017 for $24,667,328.
Vote: Affirmative - Unanimous
3.0 SPECIAL REPORTS & INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
3.1 Update on Bear Block
Andrew Brauch, WRHS Assistant Principal, reported the high school is on day 65 of BEAR Block, which
offers students support within the school day through intervention, recovery and extensions. Mr. Brauch said
some of the reasons for implementing BEAR Block were incomplete or missing assignments, a high failure
rate and limitations for students to get extra help after school because of transportation or personal conflicts.
He explained the weekly BEAR Block schedule and said baseline data shows promising results comparing
quarter 1 grades from last year to this year and overall grades for the same period. Surveys have been sent out
to teachers and students with overwhelming support for BEAR Block. Cathy VanBenekum, Shannon Kruger,
and Donna Beauregard, the data team, explained their roles using student interviews, assessment and
intervention tools and support. Ms. Beauregard said she is meeting with the special education department to
come up with the right intervention tools. Ms. VanBennekum said they are looking at some Huot student’s
schedules to arrange a time so they can meet with the math interventionist. Mr. Brauch summarized some of
the successes and challenges so far. Mr. Brauch answered Board members questions regarding the scheduling
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process and the surveys. Mr. Lang asked about the review of grades and how BEAR Block is tied into
eligibility. Mr. Laliberte explained BEAR Block offers a mechanism to catch failing students and said BEAR
Block gives a greater warning which enhances the eligibility policy.
3.2 Smarter Balanced Results
Donna Beauregard, Cathy VanBennekum and Shannon Kruger presented information on the Smarter Balanced
math and English test results. Overall most students in the District performed better than students in other
local schools in this area and higher than the state. Ms. VanBennekum explained there is no comparison with
STAR data to the Smarter Balanced Assessment data. Ms. Kruger noted STAR is a 20-30 minute test and
Smarter Balanced is a long test. Ms. Beauregard said the next round of assessments will show trends. Dr.
Davis said this year’s high school students will be taking SATs instead of the Smarter Balanced assessment.
Mrs. Kruger said she has met with all juniors to get them College Board and Khan Academy accounts. She
showed students how to get the apps on their phones to do SAT prep and info has been posted on the high
school web page.
4.0 CONSENT AGENDA
4.1 Minutes of Previous Meeting(s)
4.11 Minutes of November 16, 2015
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Goodwin, seconded by Mr. Lang to approve the minutes of the
November 16, 2015 meeting.
Vote: Affirmative –Mrs. Sawicki and Mr. Lang abstained.
4.12 Minutes of December 7, 2015 and December 9, 2015
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Goodwin, seconded by Mr. Lang to approve the minutes of the
December 7, 2015 and December 9, 2015 meetings.
Vote: Affirmative –Unanimous
4.2 Review of Expenditure Manifest – Approval of Bills
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Goodwin, seconded by Mr. Lang to accept the approved accounts
payable check register voucher number 1090 dated 11/12/15 in the amount of $313,130.62, check register
voucher number 1104 dated 11/25/15 in the amount of $250,940.82, and check register voucher number
1118 dated 12/10/2015 in the amount of $477,999.24.
Vote: Affirmative - Unanimous
5.0 ITEMS REQUIRING BOARD ACTION
5.1 Finance Committee Recommendations
Mrs. Somma presented the items reviewed and approved:
1. Budget line item adjustments in the amount of $130,106.
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Lang, seconded by Mrs. Sawicki to accept the Finance Committee
recommendations.
5.2 Confirmation of Staff Nominations/Confirmations
Dr. Davis presented a letter of resignation from Bonnie Jean Kuras, principal at Sanbornton Central School.
Motion: A motion was made by Mrs. Lonergan, seconded by Mr. Goodwin to accept Ms. Kuras’s letter of
resignation with deep gratitude for her years as principal at Sanbornton Central School, effective June 30,
2016.
Vote: Affirmative – Unanimous
5.3 2016-2017 Schedule of Board Meetings
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Lang, seconded by Mr. Goodwin to approve the 2016-2017 schedule of
Board meetings as presented.
Vote: Affirmative – Unanimous
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5.4 2016-2017 School Calendar
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Lang, seconded by Mr. Goodwin to approve the 2016-2017 school
calendar.
Discussion: Dr. Davis read the letter from Brenda Lawrence, President of the WRTA regarding their input
on the 2016-2017 school calendar. Some teachers were interested in having the first day of school on August
30th making a gradual return to school with a three day week, then a four day week and then a full five day
week. The day would be added to the end of the year. Dr. Davis is concerned with the number of potential
snow days and recommends not extending the school year by any more days.
Vote: Affirmative – Unanimous
5.6 Overnight Field Trip Request
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Lang, seconded by Mr. Goodwin to approve the overnight trip field trip
request as presented.
Vote: Affirmative –Unanimous
5.7 Policy GCB – Professional Staff Contracts
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Lang, seconded by Mrs. Lonergan to approve policy GCB as
presented.
Discussion: Mr. Crowley asked for clarification on releasing a staff member unless suitable replacement is
found. There is language in the policy that allows the Board to release someone in extenuating
circumstances.
Vote: Affirmative –Unanimous
5.8 Administrator and Professional Staff Contracts
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Lang, seconded by Mrs. Lonergan to approve the changes to the
professional staff contracts as written.
Vote: Affirmative – Unanimous
5.9 Policy EEAB – Video and Audio Recording for Instructional and Professional Development Purposes
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Goodwin, seconded by Mr. Lang to approve policy EEAB as presented.
Discussion: Mr. Lang is concerned that the policy is not clear regarding what recordings can be used for,
such as professional development or use on the school website. Dr. Davis explained we will get permission
from teachers, students and parents. Additionally, classroom assignments may be posted on school’s web
pages for informational purposes. Mr. Cilley said the policy indicates the policy will be in the handbook
after this policy is initially approved. It was decided to amend the policy in the last paragraph taking out the
phrase “Until such policy is reproduced in the handbook”.
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Goodwin, seconded by Mr. Lang to approve policy EEAB as amended.
Vote: Affirmative – Unanimous
5.10 Policy JJA-R Student Athletics, Activities/Organizations: Academic Eligibility Standards
Motion: A motion was made by Mrs. Lonergan, seconded by Mrs. Sawicki to approve policy JJA-R as
presented.
Discussion: Mr. Crowley asked how many times students can repeat a pass/fail cycle. Mr. Laliberte
explained the three stage process. Mrs. Lonergan said the goal is to keep them playing; if they stumble you
help them and then it’s up to them to follow through. Mr. Laliberte said this policy is what they believe is
most fair for all. This policy will be in effect for the fall of 2016.
Vote: Affirmative – Unanimous
5.11 Policy for Removal – JJIC – Eligibility for School Athletics
Motion: A motion was made by Mr. Lang, seconded by Mr. Goodwin to remove policy JJIC.
Vote: Affirmative – Unanimous
6.0 BREAK
No break was taken.
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7.0 INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
7.1 Budget Status Report as of November 30, 2015.
Mrs. Somma reported that the bank balance is currently $3,159,042.
7.2 Revenue Status Report as of November 30, 2015.
Mrs. Somma reported that all three towns are current with their appropriations.
7.3 Enrollment Reports as of December 1, 2015
Enrollment is 1516 with six dropouts to date.
7.4 District Reports
Dr. Davis reported on her work with Bill Bryan on student engagement and the district’s public image. She
feels people get survey fatigue so they are looking into focused interviewing with random groups. Mr.
Bryan will attend different events to talk to community members about the District’s public image.
Mrs. Lonergan commented that it was great to see Mr. Stapleton receive the STEM award.
7.5 Warrant Articles
Chairman Stock addressed the warrant as presented. After some discussion, it was decided to remove
Article 5. Mr. Lang asked if thought had been given to going back to the original funding amount in the
capital reserve account (Article 3). Mrs. Somma said the Turner report, which gives an analysis of what is
needed in the district had to be reviewed. She said it’s premature to decide whether to drop the amount or
not. Dr. Davis recommends staying with $450,000. There is currently $104,000 in the facilities
emergency repair fund (Article 6). It was decided to add $20,000 this year, refine the language regarding
the unreserved fund balance and to add a footnote not to exceed $150,000. The amount for Article 4 is
$446,000. The warrant articles will be on the January agenda.
7.6 NHSBA Resolutions for 2016 Delegate Assembly
Chairman Stock stated the resolutions have been finalized. Mr. Fulweiler will attend the delegate
assembly in January.
7.7 First Reading Policies – GBEBE – Employment of Relatives or Persons with Romantic Personal
Relationships, DKA – Payroll Procedures, GBJ – Personnel Records, ILDA – Non-Educational
Questionnaires, Surveys and Research, JCA – Change of School or Assignment, JICDD – Student
Discipline/Out-of-School Actions, JICK – Pupil Safety and Violence Prevention – Bullying, DFA -
Investment
8.0 PUBLIC COMMENT
Mr. Cilley stated he has seen a big improvement with the Board with input and questions. He asked that Dr.
Davis validate the information in the administrator’s reports. He said the special education report stated that
students had received information on accommodations for SAT testing. He said his daughter was not notified
for the PSAT testing and he has not received a list of accommodations for the SAT.
9.0 OTHER BUSINESS
Mrs. Lonergan said a poster was created to advertise for the teacher of the year program. She plans to attend
staff meetings at the beginning of the year to promote the program.
The special Board meeting on January 6th to review non-collective bargaining requests was canceled and
rescheduled for February 1st at 6:00 pm. An agenda will be sent out.
10.0 ADJOURNMENT
Motion: At 8:37 pm, a motion was made by Mr. Lang, seconded by Mr. Goodwin to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: Affirmative –Unanimous
Winnisquam Regional School District
PROPOSED WARRANT ARTICLES 2016
DRAFT 12/21/2015 State of New Hampshire
To the inhabitants of the Winnisquam Regional School District in the Towns of Northfield, Sanbornton and Tilton qualified to vote in the district affairs. You are hereby notified to meet at the Winnisquam Regional High School, 435 West Main Street, Tilton, NH, in said District on the nineteenth [19th] of March 2016, at 9:00 o’clock in the morning to act on the following articles, provided that any recessed meeting to consider non-bond articles shall be held at the said place on March 23rd at 7:00 o’clock in the evening. Article-1 To see if the Winnisquam Regional School District will vote to raise and appropriate the Budget Committee’s recommended amount of _______________ [$ _______] for the support of schools, for the payment of salaries for the district officials and agents, and for the payment of statutory obligations of the District. The School Board recommends _________ [$ _______]. The article does not include appropriations voted in other warrant articles. [Majority vote required]
This article raises the appropriations for the General Fund, plus Special Revenue Funds for Food Service and Local, State and Federal Grants.
Article-2 To see if the Winnisquam Regional School District will vote to approve the cost item included in the collective bargaining agreement reached between the Winnisquam Regional School Board and the Winnisquam Paraprofessional Employees AFSCME Local 3158, which calls for the following increases in salaries and benefits at the current staffing levels: Year Estimated Increase 2016-2017 $44,978 2017-2018 $33,788 2018-2019 $38,345
And further to raise and appropriate Forty Four Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy Eight dollars [$44,978] for the upcoming fiscal year, such sum representing the additional costs attributable to the increase in salaries and benefits over those of the appropriation at current staffing levels paid in the prior fiscal year. [Majority vote required] The School Board ____recommend this appropriation. The Budget Committee ____recommend this appropriation.
Article-3 To see if the Winnisquam Regional School District will vote to raise and appropriate a sum of up to Four Hundred and Fifty Thousand dollars [$450,000] to be placed in the Capital Reserve Fund-Building Renovations and Repairs, with such amount to be funded from the June 30, 2016, unreserved fund balance available for transfer on July 1, 2016. [Majority vote required] The School Board ____recommend this appropriation. The Budget Committee ____ recommend this appropriation.
This will help maintain a favorable trust fund balance to fund building repairs and improvements in accordance with the District’s Capital Improvement Plan.
Article-4 To see if the Winnisquam Regional School District will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of Four Hundred Forty Six Thousand dollars [$446,000] for the following purpose: At the Sanbornton Central School, install a wood burning bio-mass boiler, at the Middle School install safety devices on the basketball hoop mechanisms, at the High School renovate the library media center and repair the gym entrance walkway, District-wide replace the telephone system, repaint and repair the tennis courts and install bleachers for the athletic fields at the High/Middle Campus, and to authorize the withdrawal of Four Hundred Forty Six Thousand dollars [$446,000] from the Capital Reserve Fund-Building Renovations and Repairs created for that purpose. [Majority vote required] The School Board ____ recommend this appropriation. The Budget Committee ___ recommend this appropriation. Article-5 To see if Winnisquam Regional School District will vote to raise and appropriate a sum of up to Twenty Thousand dollars [$20,000] to be placed in the School Facilities Maintenance Emergency Repairs Fund, said sum to be paid from the June 30, 2016 unreserved fund balance available for transfer on July 1, 2016. [Majority vote required] The School Board _____ recommend this appropriation. The Budget Committee ____ recommend this appropriation
Annually, the District budgets an estimated amount for facility repairs. Moneys deposited in the emergency trust fund will address unforeseen repairs that are not included in the general fund budget. This trust fund was established July 1, 2010 per RSA 198:20-c to enable the District to set aside funds to for the purpose of repairing and maintaining the school buildings.
Article-6 To transact any other business that may legally come before this meeting. Given under our hands at said Tilton, NH this XX day of February 2016. Tarra LaChapelle, Julie Lonergan, Tim Lang, Tom Fulweiler, Wayne Crowley, Sean Goodwin, Patricia Sawicki, Jasen Stock, and Kevin Washburn.
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________________________ _________________________ _______________________ A TRUE COPY OF WARRANT-ATTEST: Given under our hands at said Tilton, NH this XX day of February 2016. Tarra LaChapelle, Julie Lonergan, Tim Lang, Tom Fulweiler, Wayne Crowley, Sean Goodwin, Patricia Sawicki, Jasen Stock, and Kevin Washburn.
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5.4 Policies for Approval NHSBA Spring and Fall updated policies - All policies are approved by the Policy Committee as written.
GBEBE - Employment of Relatives or Persons with Romantic Personal Relationships DKA - Payroll Procedures GBJ - Personnel Records ILDA - Non-educational Questionnaires JCA - Change of School Assignment JICDD - Student Discipline for Out-of School Actions JICK - Pupil Safety and Violence Prevention (Bullying) DFA – Investment – periodic review
GBEBE - EMPLOYMENT OF RELATIVES OR PERSONS WIm ROMANTIC PERSONAL RELA TIONSIDPS Category: Optional
The School Board desires to maximize staff and community confidence in district hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions by promoting practices that are free of conflicts of interest or the appearance of impropriety.
The Board prohibits the appointment or continuing assignment of any person to a position for which hislher relative or a person with whom he/she has an intimate or romantic relationship maintains management, supervisory, evaluation, or promotion responsibilities. The Board further prohibits an employee from participating in any decision that singularly applies to any of hislher relatives or to any person with whom he/she has an intimate or romantic relationship.
In the event that an employee marries or enters into an intimate or romantic relationship with a person in a position for which he/she maintains management, supervisory, evaluation, or promotion responsibilities, the Superintendent or designee shall first attempt to reach a collaborative resolution with the parties involved. If a collaborative resolution cannot be reasonably reached, the Superintendent shall have discretion to reassign one or both of the employees to eliminate any potential conflict of interest.
In the event that one of the employees is the Superintendent, the specific remedies with respect to the Superintendent shall be determined by the School Board after consultation with the Board's attorney.
For purposes of this policy, "relatives" includes the individual's spouse, domestic partner, parents, grandparents, great-grandparents, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and the similar family of the individual's spouse or domestic partner.
For the purposes of this policy, an "intimate or romantic relationship" includes dating, sexual contact of any type, or any other similar private activity that might compromise an employee's ability to evaluate hislher partner effectively or impartially.
In addition, the Superintendent or designee may, on a case-by-case basis, refrain from appointing a person to a position in the same department or facility as an employee with who he/she maintains a personal relationship when that relationship has the potential to create: (1) an adverse impact on supervision, safety, security, or morale of other district employees; or (2) a conflict of interest for the individuals involved which is greater because of the their relationship than it would be for another person.
An employee shall notify hislher supervisor within 30 days of any change in hislher circumstances that may constitute a violation of this policy.
New Sample Policy: April2015
NHSBA Note, April 2015: This new sample policy has been developed in response to NHSBA member inquiry and request.
DKA-PAYROLLPROCEDURES Category: Recommended
All salaries and supplements paid regular staff members, substitute or part-time personnel, and student workers will be paid through the business office.
Proper payroll procedures are dependent on staff attendance accounting and on the signing-in and signing-out of part-time and hourly workers. The necessary procedures for this will be established by the Superintendent and carried out by the administrative personnel.
Compensation records kept by the business office will reflect an accurate history of the compensation and related benefits paid to each employee.
Pay Day Schedule
The School District pays salaries on a regular schedule throughout the school year. There shall be no salary advances for any staff member.
Salary Deductions
Salary deductions are allowed. They are subject to the limitation of the accounting equipment. Authorized payroll deductions include:
1. Credit Union
2. Tax-Sheltered Annuities
3. Union Dues
4. Insurance Premium Contributions
All salary deductions, other than those regulated by federal or state laws, will be deducted only upon written approval of the employee.
NHSBA Note, September 2015: No changes are made to the content of this policy. NHSBA brings this policy to its members' attention in response to HB 347, which amends RSA 275:43, effective August 25, 2015. This new law allows the commissioner of the Department of Labor to permit payment of wages less frequently than weekly where a school district collective bargaining agreement for hourly employees provides an option to be paid in any number of equal installments with one additional installment. The new law contains further components as well. NHSBA brings this policy to its members' attention because the new law and this policy may have collective bargaining implications.
Legal Reference: RSA 194-C:4 (II) (a), Superintendent Services RSA 275:43. Payment of Wages; Hourly School District Employees
Revised: September 2015 Approved by the WRSB: December 20,2004 Revised: July 1998, November 1999, March 2004
GBJ-PERSONNELRECORDS Category: Recommended
The Superintendent is authorized and directed to develop and implement a comprehensive, confidential and efficient system of personnel records that is in full compliance with all state and federal requirements.
The District will not disclose any teacher personally identifiable data or information to any person outside of the District, except as may be required by law. Such data or information may be shared to District employees, as necessary.
Legal Reference: RSA 91-A: 5, Access to Public Records RSA 189:65, VII-a, Student and Teacher Information Protection and Privacy RSA 189:67, Limits on Disclosure of Information Appendix GBJ-R
NHSBA Note, September 2015: Second paragraph is new; added in response to legislative changes to RSA 189:65 and RSA 189:67. Addition of these statutes to Legal References.
Revised: September 2015 Approved by the WRSB: November 19,2012 Approved by the WRSB: September 10,2007 Revised: July 1998, April 2004, May 2012
ILDA - NON-EDUCATIONAL QUESTIONNAIRES, SURVEYS AND RESEAR~C=H~ ________________________ ~ ______ ~ ____ ~ Category: PrioritylRequired by Law
This policy will apply to all non-academic and non-educational surveys and questionnaires implemented, used and conducted by the District. This policy is intended to be separate and distinguishable from Policy ll..,D - Educational Questionnaires, Surveys and Research.
Parents/guardians will be notified at least ten (10) days prior to the District administering a non-academic or non-educational surveyor survey to students. Parents/guardians will be permitted to review the surveyor questionnaire prior to it being administered, if so requested. Parents/guardians may opt-out their child from the surveyor questionnaire. Such an opt-out notice must be in writing, including e-mail notification. Parents who do not opt-out their child(ren) from District administered surveys or questionnaires will be deemed to have consented to the surveyor questionnaire.
For purposes of this policy, "non-academic surveyor questionnaire" means "surveys, questionnaires, or other documents designed to elicit information about a student's social behavior, family life, religion, politics, sexual orientation, sexual activity, drug use, or any other information not related to a student's academics" or as otherwise may be defined by applicable state law or Department of Education regulation.
Legal References: RSA 186: 11, IX-d, Non-Academic Surveys and Questionnaires
New Sample Policy: September 2015
NHSBA Note: This Sample Policy is required by law, per RSA 186:11, IX-d, enacted by the New Hampshire Legislature, effective August 25, 2015.
JCA . CHANGE OF SCHOOL OR ASSIGNMENT Category: Priority/Required by Law See also lEC & lF AB
In circumstances where the best interests of a pupil warrant a change of school or assignment, the Superintendent is authorized to reassign a pupil from the public school to which he/she is currently assigned to another public school, or to approve a request from another Superintendent to accept a transfer of a pupil from a school district that is not part of the SAU, under the following conditions and procedures.
Conditions and Procedures for Reassignment
1. Either the parent/legal guardian or the Superintendent of a different SAU may make a written request to the Superintendent for a change of school assignment. In the request, the parent/guardian should state why the best interests of the pupil warrant a reassignment.
2. The Superintendent will fully consider this written request, will meet with the parent/ guardian, if necessary, and will make a determination concerning the reassignment request.
3. The Superintendent's decision will be based on the best interests of the pupil, as determined by the Superintendent. The Superintendent may develop administrative regulations concerning the factors that will be considered in making such a determination.
4. If the Superintendent determines that the best interests of the pupil warrant a reassignment, he/she will present the matter to the school board. The board must vote to approve the re-assignment before the reassignment can occur. Upon school board approval, the Superintendent may reassign the pupil to: (a) another school within the same school district; (b) another school district within the same SAU; or (c) a school district in another SAU, subject to the pupil meeting the admission requirements of such school, and subject to the agreement of the Superintendent of the receiving SAU and approval of the school boards of both the sending and receiving school districts.
5. The Superintendent will issue a written decision to the parent/guardian.
6. The total reassignments or transfer made under this policy in anyone school year will not exceed one (1) percent of the average daily membership in residence of a school district, or five (5) percent of the average daily membership in residence of any single school, whichever is greater, unless the school board votes to exceed this limit.
7. Reassignments made under this policy that exceed the percentages provided in Paragraph #6 must have the prior written approval of the School Board.
Count of Reassigned Pupils, Tuition Payment and Rate, and Transportation
Pupils reassigned under this policy will be counted in the average daily membership in residence of a given pupil's resident school district. Said pupil's resident district will forward any tuition payment due to the District to which the pupil was assigned.
The Superintendents involved in the reassignment of a pupil will jointly establish a tuition rate for each such pupil. Some or all of the tuition may be waived by the Superintendent of the receiving district for good cause shown or pursuant to any applicable policies of the receiving district, presuming said action is not contrary to law.
The cost of transportation for any pupil reassigned under this policy will be the sole responsibility of the parent/guardian.
Role of the Department of Education
The Superintendent of the pupil's resident SAU will notify the Department of Education within thirty (30) days of any reassignment made under this policy.
Manifest Educational Hardship Change of Assignment
When a parent/guardian believes that an initial assignment has been made which will result in a manifest educational hardship to the pupil, the parent/guardian may seek a change of assignment in accordance with applicable provisions ofRSA 193:3 and Board Policy JEC - Manifest Educational Hardship.
NHSBA Note, September 2015: Changes are made to paragraphs #4, #5 and #6 under "Conditions and Procedures for Reassignment" section. Changes are necessitated due to legislative changes to RSA 193:3.
Legal References: RSA 193:3, III, Change of School Assignment RSA 193:3, I, II, Manifest Educational Hardship RSA 193:14-a, Change of School Assignment; Duties of State Board of Education
Revised: September 2015 Policy Committee Reviewed: May 2015 Approved by the WRSB: July 20,2009 Revised: September 2008
,JICDD - STUDENT DISCIPLINFJOUT-OF-SCHOOL ACTIONS Category: Recommended See Also JIA, JIC, lICK
The Board recognizes that out-of-school and off-campus student conduct is not normally the concern of the Board. However, the Board also recognizes that some out-of-school and off-campus conduct may have an adverse effect upon the school, school property, or school staff.
Therefore, it shall be the policy of this Board that the Board or school administrators may impose disciplinary measures against students for some out-of-school or off-campus conduct.
Discipline may be imposed if such out-of-school conduct causes a significant disruption or substantial interference with the school's educational mission, purpose, or objectives. Additionally, any off-campus or out-of-school behavior that has a strong potential to disrupt normal school operations may also be met with appropriate disciplinary actions.
Out-of-school and off-campus student conduct that may subject a student to discipline includes, but is not limited to:
1. Damaging school property;
2. Violence at or near the school's bus stop, either before or after the school day;
3. Drinking alcohol, using tobacco products, or using illegal drugs at or near the school bus stop, either before or after the school day;
4. Damaging the private property of school staff or employees; or
5. Any other activity the Board or administration determines impedes the general welfare of scholastic activities.
Cyber-Bullying and Internet Threats
Reports and/or allegations of cyberbullying will be addressed in accordance with the provisions of Board policy JICK.
Consistent with applicable law, the District will not require or request that a student disclose or provide to the District the student's user name, password or other authenticating information to a student's personal social media account.
However, the District may request to a student or a student's parent/guardian that the student voluntarily share printed copies of specific information from a student's personal social media account if such information is relevant to an ongoing District investigation.
NHSBA Note, September 2015: Minor change in third paragraph. Two paragraphs added to section relating to cyber-bullying and internet threats. Such changes are in response to RSA 189:70, effective September 2015. RSA 189:70 prohibits school districts from requiring students to provide information relative to personal social media accounts. Districts may request certain information if such information is relative to an ongoing investigation. However, such information cannot be demanded or required. Last change is the addition of Legal References.
Legal References: RSA 189:70, Educational Institution Policies on Social Media
Revised: September 2015 Approved by the WRSB: March 21, 2011 Revised: May 2006, August 2007, August 2008, September 2010
JICK - PUPIL SAFETY AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION - BuIl~g,-____ ...:......I Category: PrioritylRequired by Law See also lBAA, lIC, lICD, IBBA
I. Definitions (RSA 193-F:3)
1. Bullying. Bullying is hereby defined as a single significant incident or a pattern of incidents involving a written, verbal, or electronic communication, or a physical act or gesture, or any combination thereof, directed at another pupil which:
(1) Physically harms a pupil or damages the pupil's property;
(2) Causes emotional distress to a pupil;
(3) Interferes with a pupil's educational opportunities;
(4) Creates a hostile educational environment; or
(5) Substantially disrupts the orderly operation of the school.
Bullying shall also include actions motivated by an imbalance of power based on a pupil's actual or perceived personal characteristics, behaviors, or beliefs, or motivated by the pupil's association with another person and based on the other person's characteristics, behaviors, or beliefs.
2. Cyberbullying. Cyberbullying is defined as any conduct defined as "bullying" in this policy that is undertaken through the use of electronic devices. For purposes of this policy, any references to the term bullying shall include cyberbullying.
3. Electronic devices. Electronic devices include, but are not limited to, telephones, cellular phones, computers, pagers, electronic mail, instant messaging, text messaging, and websites.
4. School property. School property means all real property and all physical plant and equipment used for school purposes, including public or private school buses or vans.
Any reference in this policy to "parent" shall include parents or legal guardians.
II. Statement Prohibiting Bullying or Cyberbullying of a Pupil (RSA 193-F:4, lI(a»
The Board is committed to providing all pupils a safe and secure school environment. This policy is intended to comply with RSA 193-F. Conduct constituting bullying and/or cyberbullying will not be tolerated and is hereby prohibited.
Further, in accordance with RSA 193-F:4, the District reserves the right to address bullying and, if necessary, impose discipline for bullying that:
(1) Occurs on, or is delivered to, school property or a school-sponsored activity or event on or off school property; or
(2) Occurs off of school property or outside of a school-sponsored activity or event, if the conduct interferes with a pupil's educational opportunities or substantially disrupts the orderly operations of the school or school-sponsored activity or event.
The Superintendent of Schools is responsible for ensuring that this policy is implemented.
III. Statement prohibiting retaliation or false accusations (RSA 193-F:4, lI(b»
False Reporting
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A student found to have wrongfully and intentionally accused another of bullying may face discipline or other consequences, ranging from positive behavioral interventions up to and including suspension or expulsion.
A school employee found to have wrongfully and intentionally accused a student of bullying shall face discipline or other consequences be determined in accordance with applicable law, District policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreements.
Reprisal or Retaliation
The District will discipline and take appropriate action against any student, teacher, administrator, volunteer, or other employee who retaliates against any person who makes a good faith report of alleged bullying or against any person who testifies, assists, or participates in a proceeding or hearing relating to such bullying.
1. The consequences and appropriate remedial action for a student, teacher, school administrator or school volunteer who engages in reprisal or retaliation shall be determined by the Principal after consideration of the nature, severity and circumstances of the act, in accordance with law, Board policies and any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
2. Any student found to have engaged in reprisal or retaliation in violation of this policy shall be subject to measures up to, and including, suspension and expulsion.
3. Any teacher or school administrator found to have engaged in reprisal or retaliation in violation of this policy shall be subject to discipline up to, and including, termination of employment.
4. Any school volunteer found to have engaged in reprisal or retaliation in violation of this policy shall be subject to measures up to, and including, exclusion from school grounds.
Process To Protect Pupils From Retaliation
If the alleged victim or any witness expresses to the Principal or other staff member that he/she believes he/she may be retaliated against, the Principal shall develop a process or plan to protect that student from possible retaliation.
Each process or plan may be developed on a case-by-case basis. Suggestions include, but are not limited to, re-arranging student class schedules to minimize their contact, stern warnings to alleged perpetrators, temporary removal of privileges, or other means necessary to protected against possible retaliation.
IV. Protection of all Pupils (RSA 193-F:4, II(c»
This policy shall apply to all pupils and school-aged persons on school district grounds and participating in school district functions, regardless of whether or not such pupil or school-aged person is a student within the District.
V. Disciplinary Consequences For Violations of This Policy (RSA 193-F:4, lI(d»
The district reserves the right to impose disciplinary measures against any student who commits an act of bullying, falsely accuses another student of bullying, or who retaliates against any student or witness who provides information about an act of bullying.
In addition to imposing discipline under such circumstances, the board encourages the administration and school district staff to seek alternatives to traditional discipline, including but not limited to early intervention measures, alternative dispute resolution, conflict resolution and other similar measures.
VI. Distribution and Notice of This Policy (RSA 193-F:4, lI(e»
Staff and Volunteers
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All staff will be provided with a copy of this policy annually. The Superintendent may detennine the method of providing the policy (employee handbook, hard copy, etc.)
The Superintendent will ensure that all school employees and volunteers receive annual training on bullying and related district's policies.
Students
All students will be provided with a copy of this policy annually. The Superintendent may detennine the method of providing the policy (student handbook, mailing, hard copy, etc.)
Students will participate in an annual education program which sets out expectations for student behavior and emphasizes an understanding of harassment, intimidation, and bullying of students, the District's prohibition of such conduct and the reasons why the conduct is destructive, unacceptable, and will lead to discipline. Students shall also be informed of the consequences of bullying conduct toward their peers.
The Superintendent, in consultation with staff, may incorporate student anti-bullying training and education into the district's curriculum, but shall not be required to do so.
Parents
All parents will be provided with a copy of this policy annually. The Superintendent may determine the method of providing the policy (parent handbook, mailing, etc.). Parents will be informed of the program and the means for students to report bullying acts toward them or other students. They will also be told that to help prevent bullying at school they should encourage their children to:
1. Report bullying when it occurs;
2. Take advantage of opportunities to talk to their children about bullying;
3. Inform the school immediately if they think their child is being bullied or is bullying other students;
4. Cooperate fully with school personnel in identifying and resolving incidents.
Additional Notice and School District Programs
The Board may, from time to time, host or schedule public forums in which it will address the anti-bullying policy, discuss bullying in the schools, and consult with a variety of individuals including teachers, administrators, guidance counselors, school psychologists and other interested persons.
VII. Procedure for Reporting Bullying (RSA 193-F:4, 11(0)
At each school, the Principal shall be responsible for receiving complaints of alleged violations of this policy.
Student Reporting
1. Any student who believes he or she has been the victim of bullying should report the alleged acts immediately to the Principal. If the student is more comfortable reporting the alleged act to a person other than the Principal, the student may tell any school district employee or volunteer about the alleged bullying.
2. Any school employee or volunteers who witnesses, receives a report of, or has knowledge or belief that bullying may have occurred shall inform the Principal as soon as possible, but no later than the end of the that school day.
3. The Principal may develop a system or method for receiving anonymous reports of bullying. Although students, parents, volunteers and visitors may report anonymously, formal disciplinary action
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may not be based solely on an anonymous report. Independent verification of the anonymous report shall be necessary in order for any disciplinary action to be applied.
4. The administration may develop student reporting forms to assist students and staff in filing such reports. An investigation shall still proceed even if a student is reluctant to fill out the designated form and chooses not to do so.
5. Upon receipt of a report of bullying, the Principal shall commence an investigation consistent with the provisions of Section XI of this policy.
Staff Reporting
1. An important duty of the staff is to report acts or behavior that they witness that appears to constitute bullying.
2. All district employees and volunteers shall encourage students to tell them about acts that may constitute bullying. For young students, staff members may provide direct assistance to the student.
3. Any school employee or volunteers who witnesses, receives a report of, or has knowledge or belief that bullying may have occurred shall inform the Principal as soon as possible, but no later than the end of the that school day.
4. Upon receipt of a report of bullying, the Principal shall commence an investigation consistent with the provisions of Section XI of this policy.
VIII. Procedure for Internal Reporting Requirements (RSA 193-F:4, lI(g))
In order to satisfy the reporting requirements of RSA 193-F:6, the Principal or designee shall be responsible for completing all New Hampshire Department of Education forms and reporting documents of substantiated incidents of bullying. Said forms shall be completed within 10 school days of any substantiated incident. Upon completion of such forms, the Principal or designee shall retain a copy for himself and shall forward one copy to the Superintendent. The Superintendent shall maintain said forms in a safe and secure location.
IX. Notifying Parents of Alleged Bullying (RSA 193-F:4, II(h))
The Principal shall report to the parents of a student who has been reported as a victim of bullying and to the parents of a student who has been reported as a perpetrator of bullying within 48 hours of receiving the report. Such notification may be made by telephone, writing or personal conference. The date, time, method, and location (if applicable) of such notification and communication shall be noted in the report. All notifications shall be consistent with the student privacy rights under the applicable provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA).
X. Waiver of Notification Requirement (RSA 193-F:4, II(i))
The Superintendent may, within a 48 hour time period, grant the Principal a waiver from the requirement that the parents of the alleged victim and the alleged perpetrator be notified of the filing of a report. A waiver may only be granted if the Superintendent deems such a waiver to be in the best interest of the victim or perpetrator. Any waiver granted shall be in writing.
XI. Investigative Procedures (RSA 193-F:4, 1I(j))
1. Upon receipt of a report of bullying, the Principal shall, within 5 school days, initiate an investigation into the alleged act. If the Principal is directly and personally involved with a complaint or is closely related to a party to the complaint, then the Superintendent shall direct another district employee to conduct the investigation.
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2. The investigation may include documented interviews with the alleged victim, alleged perpetrator and any witnesses. All interviews shall be conducted privately, separately and shall be confidential. Each individual will be interviewed separately and at no time will the alleged victim and perpetrator be interviewed together during the investigation.
3. If the alleged bullying was in whole or in part cyberbullying, the Principal may ask students and/or parents to provide the District with printed copies of e-mails, text messages, website pages, or other similar electronic communications.
4. A maximum of 10 school days shall be the limit for the initial filing of incidents and completion of the investigative procedural steps.
5. Factors the Principal or other investigator may consider during the course of the investigation, including but not limited to:
• Description of incident, including the nature of the behavior;
• How often the conduct occurred;
• Whether there were past incidents or past continuing patterns of behavior;
• The characteristics of parties involved, (name, grade, age, etc.);
• The identity and number of individuals who participated in bullying behavior;
• Where the alleged incident(s) occurred;
• Whether the conduct adversely affected the student's education or educational environment;
• Whether the alleged victim felt or perceived an imbalance or power as a result of the reported incident; and
• The date, time and method in which parents or legal guardians of all parties involved were contacted.
6. The Principal shall complete the investigation within 10 school days of receiving the initial report. If the Principal needs more than 10 school days to complete the investigation, the Superintendent may grant an extension of up to 7 school days. In the event such extension is granted, the Principal shall notify in writing all parties involved of the granting of the extension.
7. Whether a particular action or incident constitutes a violation of this policy shall require a determination based on all facts and surrounding circumstances and shall include recommended remedial steps necessary to stop the bullying and a written final report to the Principal.
8. Students who are found to have violated this policy may face discipline in accordance with other applicable board policies, up to and including suspension. Students facing discipline will be afforded all due process required by law.
9. Consistent with applicable law, the District will not require or request that a student disclose or provide to the District the student's user name, password or other authenticating information to a student's personal social media account. However, the District may request to a student or a student's parent/guardian that the student voluntarily share printed copies of specific information from a student's personal social media account if such information is relevant to an ongoing District investigation.
XII. Response to Remediate Substantiated Instances of Bullying (RSA 193·F:4, lI(k))
Consequences and appropriate remedial actions for a student or staff member who commits one or more acts
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of bullying or retaliation may range from positive behavioral interventions up to and including suspension or expulsion of students and dismissal from employment for staff members.
Consequences for a student who commits an act of bullying or retaliation shall be varied and graded according to the nature of the behavior, the developmental age of the student, and the student's history of problem behaviors and perfonnance. Remedial measures shall be designed to correct the problem behavior, prevent another occurrence of the problem, protect and provide support for the victim, and take corrective action for documented systematic problems related to bullying.
Examples of consequences may include, but are not limited to:
• Admonishment
• Temporary removal from classroom
• Deprivation of privileges
• Classroom or administrative detention
• Referral to disciplinarian
• In-school suspension
• Out-of-school suspension
• Expulsion
Examples of remedial measures may include, but are not limited to:
• Restitution
• Mediation
• Peer support group
• Corrective instruction or other relevant learning experience
• Behavior assessment
• Student counseling
• Parent conferences
In support of this policy, the Board promotes preventative educational measures to create greater awareness of aggressive behavior, including bullying. The Board encourages the Superintendent to work collaboratively with all staff members to develop responses other than traditional discipline as a way to remediate substantiated instances of bullying.
XIII. Reporting of Substantiated Incidents to the Superintendent (RSA 193.F:4, II(l)
The Principal shall forward all substantiated reports of bullying to the Superintendent upon completion of the Principal's investigation.
XIV. Communication With Parents Upon Completion of Investigation (RSA 193·F:4, II(m)
1. Within two school days of completing an investigation, the Principal will notify the students involved in person of hislher findings and the result of the investigation.
2. The Principal will notify via telephone the parents of the alleged victim and alleged perpetrator of the results of the investigation. The Principal will also send a letter to the parents within 24 hours again
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notifying them of the results of the investigation.
3. If the parents request, the Principal shall schedule a meeting with them to further explain hislher findings and reasons for hislher actions.
4. In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and other law concerning student privacy, the District will not disclose educational records of students including the discipline and remedial action assigned to those students and the parents of other students involved in a bullying incident.
xv. Appeals
A parent or guardian who is aggrieved by the investigative determination letter of the principal or hislher designee may appeal the determination to the Superintendent for review. The appeal shall be in writing addressed to the Superintendent, shall state the reason(s) why the appealing party is aggrieved, and the nature of the relief they seek. The Superintendent shall not be required to re-investigate the matter and shall conduct such review as he/she deems appropriate under the circumstances.
It is in the best interests of students, families and the District that these matters be promptly resolved. Therefore, any such appeal to the Superintendent shall be made within ten (10) calendar days of the parent/guardian's receipt of the investigative determination letter of the principal or hislher designee. The Superintendent shall issue hislher decision in writing.
If the parent or guardian is aggrieved by the decision of the Superintendent, they may appeal the decision to the school board within ten (10) calendar days of the date of the parent/guardian's receipt of the Superintendent's decision. An appeal to the Superintendent shall be a prerequisite to any appeal to the School Board. The appeal to the School Board shall be in writing, addressed to School Board Chair in care of the Superintendent, shall state the reason(s) why the appealing party is aggrieved, and the nature of the relief they seek.
An aggrieved parent/guardian has the right to appeal the final decision of the local School Board to the State Board within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of the written decision of the local School Board in accordance with RSA 541-A and State of New Hampshire Department of Education Regulations set forth in ED 200. The State Board may waive the thirty-day requirement for good cause shown, including, but not limited to, illness, accident, or death of a family member.
XVI. School Officials (RSA 193-F:4, II(n)
The Superintendent of schools is responsible for ensuring that this policy is implemented. In order to facilitate the implementation of this policy,
XVII. Capture of Audio Recordings on School Buses
Pursuant to RSA 570-A:2, notice is hereby given that the Board authorizes audio recordings to be made in conjunction with video recordings of the interior of school buses while students are being transported to and from school or school activities. The Superintendent shall ensure that there is a sign informing the occupants of school buses that such recordings are occurring.
XVIII. Use of Video or Audio Recordings in Student Discipline Matters
The District reserves the right to use audio and/or video recording devices on District property (including school buses) to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all staff, students and visitors. Placement and location of such devices will be established in accordance with the provisions of Policies EEAA, EEAE and ECAF.
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In the event an audio or video recording is used as part of a student discipline proceeding, such video may become part of a student's education record. If an audio or video recording does become part of a student's education record, the provisions of Policy JRA shall apply.
The Superintendent is authorized to contact the District's attorney for a full legal opinion relative in the event of such an occurrence.
NHSBA Note, September 2015: New paragraph (Paragraph #9) added to Section XI - Investigative Procedures. This change is in response to RSA 189:70, effective September 2015. RSA 189:70 prohibits school districts from requiring students to provide information relative to personal social media accounts. Districts may request certain information if such information is relative to an ongoing investigation. However, such information cannot be demanded or required. RSA 189:70 is also now added to Legal References.
NHSBA Note, September 2014: Only changes are to Section XV - Appeals. These changes are included after consultation with school officials as to the manner in which the NH Department of Education is now accepting appeals from school board decisions on bullying-related matters.
Legal References: RSA 189:70, Educational Institution Policies on Social Media RSA 193-F:3, Pupil Safety and Violence Prevention Act RSA 570-A:2, Capture of Audio Recordings on School Buses Allowed NH Code of Administrative Rules, Section Ed 306.04(a)(8), Student Harassment
Approved by the WRSB: November 17,2014 Revised: September 2014 Revised: July 2004, August 2006, May 2008, September 2010
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DFA -INVESTMENT CategoryP
The School Board authorizes the School District Treasurer, working in conjunction with the Superintendent and hislher designee and pursuant to RSA 197:23-a, to invest the funds of the District subject to the following objectives and standards of care.
OBJECTIVES
The three objectives of investment activities shall be safety, liquidity, and yield.
1. Safety of principal is the foremost objective in this policy. Investments shall be undertaken in a manner that seeks to ensure the preservation of capital by mitigating credit and interest rate risk. This will be accomplished by limiting the type of the investments and institutions to those stipulated by statute and fully covered by FDIC insurance or collateral approved pursuant to applicable law.
2. Liquidity of the investment portfolio shall remain sufficient to meet all operating requirements that may be reasonably anticipated.
3. Yield. The investment portfolio shall be designed with the objective of attaining a market rate of return throughout budgetary and economic cycles, taking into account the investment risk constraints and liquidity needs. Return on investment is of secondary importance compared to the safety and liquidity objectives described above.
STANDARDS OF CARE
1. Prudence. The standard of prudence to be used by the District Treasurer and Superintendent, or hislher designee involved in the investment process, shall be the "prudent person" standard and shall be applied in the context of managing an overall portfolio. They are directed to use the GFOA * Recommended Practices and Policy Statements Related to Cash Management as a guide to the prudent investment of public funds.
2. Ethics and conflicts of interest. The School District Treasurer and Superintendent, or hislher designee involved in the investment process, shall refrain from personal business activity that could conflict with the proper execution and management of the investment program or that could impair their ability to make impartial decisions. Employees and Investment officials shall disclose any material interests in financial institutions with which they conduct business. They shall further disclose any personal financial institutions with which they conduct business. They shall also disclose any personal financial/investment positions that could be related to the performance of the investment portfolio. Employees and officials shall subordinate their personal investment transactions to those of the School District, particularly with regard to the timing of purchases and sales.
3. Internal Controls. The District Treasurer and Superintendent or hislher designee shall establish a system of internal controls which shall be documented
in writing. The internal controls shall be reviewed periodically by the School Board and an independent auditor.
The investment of funds will be left to the discretion of the Finance Committee without prior approval of the Board.
The Board will periodically review the investment policy.
Legal References: RSA 197:23-a, Treasurer's Duties RSA 383:22, Public Deposit Investment Pool
Appendix: DFA-R
Approved by the WRSB: November 15,2010 Approved by the WRSB: March 16,2009 Revised: February 2008 Revised: July 1998, November 1999, March 2004
5.5 Policy/Procedure for Removal
CBI-R – Superintendent’s Evaluation and Goal Setting
The Board currently uses a different evaluation form. The Policy Committee recommends
removal.
CBI-R - SUPERINTENDENT EVALUATION AND GOAL SETTING FORM Scoring Key: 4 – Outstanding; 3 – Excellent; 2 – Good; 1 – Needs Improvement
PART I. FISCAL MANAGEMENT
Legal References: RSA 194-C:4, II(a), (j), (p)
Ed 302.01(d)(2); Ed 302.02(d), (e)
NHSBA Sample Policies DA, DB, DBC, DCI, DI
Indicators of Success:
Budgets reflect district goals for student achievement.
District expenses do not exceed revenues. If this occurs, a plan is developed and
presented to the board for remediation within an acceptable timeline.
Finances are managed in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
The annual audit shows no material deficiencies and audit recommendations are
effectively implemented.
Multi-year budget plans are used for planning purposes.
1.1. Developed and recommended the annual budget for the support of the educational program
and for the operation and maintenance of schools.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
1.2. Developed and maintained an accounting system and financial reporting procedures for all
funds.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
1.3. Evaluated financial needs and makes timely recommendations for adequate funding.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
1.4. To the extent possible, transfers among budgetary line items were limited to unexpected or
unanticipated expenses.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
1.5. Engaged in thorough planning to develop budget and guide expenditures to achieve the
greatest educational returns and the greatest contributions to the educational program.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
1.6. Established levels of funding that provided high quality education for the students of the
district.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
1.7. Provided timely and appropriate information to the Board and all staff with fiscal
management responsibilities.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
1.8. Established and implemented efficient procedures for accounting, audit, risk management,
investing, purchasing delivery, payroll, payment of vendors and contractors, and all other areas of
fiscal management.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
Goals for Next Evaluation Cycle:
PART II. CURRICULUM, DELIVERY OF INSTRUCTION AND PUPIL
ACHIEVEMENT
Legal References:
• RSA 194-C:4, II(c)
• Ed 302.01(d)(6); 302.02(f)
• NHSBA Sample Policies IGA, IGD
• RSA 194-C:4, II(e)
• Ed 302.01(d)(8); Ed 302.02(f)
• NHSBA Sample Policies ILBA, ILBAA
• RSA 194-C:4, II(c)
• Ed 302.01(d)(7); Ed 302.02(f)
• NHSBA Sample Policy IF
Indicators of Success:
Specific progress is evident.
Student learning is defined based on the knowledge and skills necessary to be
successful.
Data and information collected is reliable and valid.
Data is regularly presented and is communicated in understandable forms.
Data is used for future planning and improvement.
Effective methods of providing, monitoring, evaluating, and reporting student
achievement are used.
Preparing students for post-secondary education and/or entrance into the job market.
Data is disaggregated, analyzed, and explained.
2.1. Used appropriate data to establish rigorous, concrete goals in the context of student
achievement and instructional programs.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
2.2. Aligned and implemented the educational programs, plans, actions, and resources with the
district’s vision and goals.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
2.3. Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of curriculum, instruction and assessment.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
2.4. Ensured that the district provided educational opportunities in accordance with State
Minimum Standards.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
2.5. Identified areas of academic strength and areas of academic weakness within the District and
has implemented strategies to address areas of academic weakness.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
2.6. Curriculum is aligned from grade-to-grade and from school-to-school.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
2.7. Uses effective methods of providing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting student
achievement.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
Goals for Next Evaluation Cycle:
III. RELATIONSHIP WITH THE SCHOOL BOARD
Legal References:
RSA 194-C:4, II(i)
NHSBA Sample Policy BDD
Indicators of Success:
The superintendent assists the board in developing clear policies that meet federal and
state requirements.
The superintendent understands and communicates legal liability to the district.
The superintendent supports the board chair to maximize the effectiveness of board
operations.
The superintendent regularly informs the board about the business of the district and
alerts the board about critical issues and areas that may have impact on the district.
The superintendent follows agreed upon board-superintendent guidelines.
The superintendent meets deadlines and follows up on commitments and assignments.
3.1. Worked with the Board in the areas of analyzing, planning, implementing and evaluating
policies.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
3.2. Informed the Board on issues, operations, the instruction program, and needs of the school
system.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
3.3. Provided the Board with reports and information that enable the Board to sufficiently review
the operations of the district.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
3.4. Gave constructive advice and guidance to the Board regarding possibilities for District
improvement.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
3.5. Utilized the strengths of individual Board members and the Board itself in the
decision-making process.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
3.6. Offered professional advice to the Board on items requiring Board action, with appropriate
recommendations based on thorough study and analysis.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
Goals for Next Evaluation Cycle:
IV. ADMINISTRATION OF SCHOOL FACILITIES:
Legal References:
RSA 194-C:4, II(k)
Ed 302.01(d)(5); Ed 302.02(m); Ed 302.02(p)
NHSBA Sample Policies CA, CF, EC, FA
Indicators of Success:
All buildings meet safety, health, and construction codes.
Facilities and equipment are not subject to improper wear or insufficient maintenance.
Multi-year plans for maintenance, repairs, and facility upgrades are in place.
Ongoing inspection and reporting systems are utilized.
4.1. Was responsible for developing and recommending to the school board an annual
maintenance program and long-term capital improvement plan.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
4.2. Provided support for facilities accommodate organization and instructional patterns that
support the district’s educational philosophy and instructional goals.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
4.3. Ensured that all safety requirements were met for facilities and grounds.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
4.4 Building design, construction, and renovation that will lend themselves to low maintenance
costs and the conservation of energy.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
4.5. Facilities lend themselves to utilization by the community in ways consistent with the overall
goals of the district.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
4.6. Keeps the Board informed about the condition of district facilities and anticipated needs in
the areas of capital improvement.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
Goals for Next Evaluation Cycle:
V. PERSONNEL
Legal References:
RSA 194-C:4, II(c); RSA 194-C:4, II(j); RSA 194-C:4, II(n)
Ed 302.01(e); Ed 302.02(a); Ed 302.02(h)
NHSBA Sample Policies – Section G – Personnel
Indicators of Success:
Staff are treated fairly.
Teachers work effectively within their classroom, throughout the school, across district
schools, and with the community.
Operations are clearly defined, communicated, and implemented.
Personnel contracts are adhered to.
Effective collective bargaining strategies advance and promote student learning.
5.1. Recruits and assigns the best available personnel in terms of their competencies.
Recommends for employment personnel who have proper certification and skills for the position.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
5.2. Develops and executes sound personnel policies and practices.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
5.3. Includes the participation of faculty and staff in the establishment and the implementation of
District-wide goals, objectives, and programs.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
5.4. Facilitates evaluation of staff performance as required by state law and by Board policy.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
5.5. Promotes programs for staff growth and development.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
5.6. Meets and confers with employee groups representing the interests and directives of the
Board.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
5.7. Communicates concerns of employee groups to the Board and Board responses to these
concerns to employee groups.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
5.8. Organizes the roles and responsibilities of staff members to optimize staff effectiveness in
accordance and in line with the district’s educational mission and goals.
Evaluation Score:
Comments:
Goals for Next Evaluation Cycle:
WINNISQUAM REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Enrollment Report By Classroom
January 1, 2016
Agenda Item 7.3
Kindergarten
P AM PM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Total
Union Sanborn 45 18 20 18
18 18 18
21 20 17
20 17
45 57 0 78 70 250
Sanbornton Central 16 14 17 19 15 17 14
17 17 13 18 14
16 14 34 36 28 35 28 191
Southwick School 17 17 23
17 21 22
16 18 22
18 18 20
68 74 87 229
Total Elementary 45 73 14 112 106 96 109 115 670
Middle School 118 122 112 352
High School 114 116 124 124 478
Total District 45 73 14 112 106 96 109 115 118 122 112 114 116 124 124 1500
Comparison (to above) P K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Total
Prevyear June 30, 2015 37 100 106 98 119 117 117 120 111 124 113 129 112 103 1506
Prevmonth 45 90 112 110 96 109 116 118 125 112 113 117 125 128 1516
Prevyear Jan. 1, 2015 34 101 106 97 117 113 117 120 110 121 110 130 111 110 1497
December 2015 Dropouts - 2 Dropouts to Date - 8
December 2014 Dropouts - 1 Dropouts to Date - 3
OFFICE OF THE BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR
MONTHLY REPORT
TO: DR. TAMMY DAVIS
FROM: CHERYL SOMMA
SUBJECT: JANUARY MONTHLY REPORT
DATE: 1/10/2016
Professional Development/Financial Requirements
Amie McDonald and I attended a professional development session on GASB68 and IRS reporting
requirements related to the Affordable Care Act. GASB68 is effective beginning with our 6/31/2015 audit
and requires that state and local government employers contributing to employee defined benefit
pensions include the present value of net pension liability on the audited financial statement balance
sheet. There is more information provided on the Finance Committee agenda for January. Our auditors
Plodzik & Sanderson are available to speak to the Board to address questions related to our audited
statements.
The Affordable Care Act requires that large employers (over 50 full time employees) provide 1095
statements to all covered individuals that contain information about their health insurance plan. We must
also file this information to the IRS with copies of these forms. The purpose of this requirement is to
verify compliance with the individual mandate for minimum essential coverage for each enrolled
individual by month. Software providers are still making program changes to comply with this
requirement. The reporting requirements for compliance were recently changed to 3/31/2016 for
employee statements and 6/30/2016 for electronic statements to the IRS. We hope to include the 1095
statements with employee’s W2 forms however we are awaiting a software update from Tyler
Technologies, our software provider. Amie is working closely with our health insurance providers and
Tyler Technologies to ensure that we meet the deadline for compliance.
Health Insurance
Janice Grenier, Amie McDonald and I met with representatives from HealthTrust to review their proposal
for health insurance coverage for all employees for FY 2016/17. We are awaiting proposals for health
insurance from the InterLocal Trust a non-profit insurance provider that partners with Harvard Pilgrim.
We are also anticipating proposals from private for-profit insurers.
Budget
I presented the School Board’s budget to the Budget Committee on January 6th. The Budget Committee
scheduled four work sessions in January and plans to complete their review on January 28th.
WINNISQUAM REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 433 West Main Street, Tilton, NH 03276 603-286-4116 603-286-7402 Fax
Tammy Davis, Ph. D Dr. Pamela Miller Superintendent Assistant Superintendent
Lori Krueger Janice L. Grenier Cheryl Somma Director of Student Services Director of Human Resources & Accounting Business Administrator
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT 59: NORTHFIELD-SANBORNTON-TILTON Knowledge * Inspiration * Success
MEMO TO: Tammy Davis, Ph.D., Superintendent
FROM: Janice Grenier, Director of Human Resources/Accounting
SUBJECT: January School Board Report
DATE: January 8, 2016 The focus for December was preparing for the calendar year end for payroll and accounts payable. This included calculation and entering the taxable life insurance benefits, reviewing quarterly tax returns, and ensuring reconciliations are up to date for W-2 reconciliation and 1099 preparation. In an effort to help employers meet their reporting requirements under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), the Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced on December 28, 2015 in Notice 2016-4, that they are extending the 2015 deadlines. Employers will now have until March 31, 2016 to provide individuals with the 2015 Forms 1095-B and 1095-C. They will also have until May 31, 2016 to file, by mail, the 2015 Forms 1094-B and 1094-C with the IRS. If filing electronically, the new due date is June 30, 2016. On December 18, 2015, Congress passed and the President signed a two-year delay of the 40 percent excise tax on high-cost employer-sponsored health plans. The delay changes the effective date from 2018 to 2020. I am continuing to gather data and provide additional requested reports to Melcher & Prescott, USI Insurance Services, Davis & Towle and New England Employee Benefits Company Inc. for proposals on benefit options.
Report from the Director of Student Services
To: Winnisquam Regional School Board
From: Lori Krueger, Director of Student Services
Date: January 8, 2016
By the Numbers:
School Special Education Students 504’s Preschool 26 0 USS 29 2 Southwick 52 9 Sanbornton 23 5 WRMS 55 24 WRHS 79 32 Out of District 11 Case-e upgrades and refinements:
Shirley Curdie and Jamie Vose meet with MSB, the company that provides our web-based programming for IEP development and compliance, 504 development and compliance, and Medicaid submissions. The company is working with districts like ours to address concerns that arose during the NH DOE visits for compliance. We are pleased with the level of support we receive through MSB, Inc. Compass Charter School:
Jamie Vose is working closely with the Compass Charter School Special Education Liaison to support district students with IEP’s who are placed the charter school by their parents. The NH RSA on charter schools states that services are the responsibility of the home district for special education students at the charter schools. This entails the district either paying the charter school, a vendor, or sending staff to the charter school for a student’s special education services.
Bookshare:
STAR and AIMSweb:
Special Education Teachers are supporting the January assessments of STAR in grades K-8. At the elementary school all students are taking the benchmark AIMSweb probes in reading and math. AIMSweb probes are used for some of the students at the middle school for progress monitoring of RTI interventions. Paraprofessional Openings:
As of this report we continue to have one paraprofessional opening in the District.
Winnisquam Regional School District School Administrative Unit Fifty-Nine
Office of Technology Kevin Sousa, Director 435 West Main Street, Tilton, Hew Hampshire 03276 603.286.4531 fax 603.286.7402
To: Dr. Tammy Davis From: Kevin Sousa Date: January 8, 2016 Re: Technology Monthly Report for December 2015 1. Budget:
The Budget Committee has not yet reviewed the Technology 2016-17 budget. This is scheduled for Wednesday, January 20th at 3:00 p.m.
2. One Call Now: The district program has been enabled for text messaging as an option. This is currently available to all staff members who have opted in. Administrators will be able to send voice or text messages for alerts and announcements. The same will be available to all parents/guardians once they have been informed and opt into the system. Information and instructions will be communcated to the public by individual schools using announcements or daily bulletins etc. The district web site will also have updated information and instructions on the alert/announcement call system. All users, staff or parents/guardians, will easily be able to opt in or out of the system at any time throughout the year.
3. Phone System: The Director of Technology, Business Administrator and Facility Director continue research on the new system. Meetings and consultations have taken place with five separate companies providing various types of systems and options. Three other school disticts who have recently put in new telephone systems have been contacted and provided information on their process and the solution they chose. Vendors have had building walk throughs, wiring and configuration diagrams provided, buildings/rooms, quantities of phones and phone types provided. District defined requirements have been designated. The pros and cons of the different types of phones systems and their capable options are still being studied.
4. Student Information System: The Director of Technology with other key staff have been researching student information systems. The possibility of a new program will be a cost item to be planned and budgeted. It is a very important system affecting the academic program, communications, data analytics and reports, and facilitating many other business functions. Monthly meetings are taking place with reporting out at Administration meetings.
5. STAR Testing: Testing is once again taking place at all schools the first weeks of January. This is the second round for all schools except the Middle School which is on its third round of testing.
Facilities Department
School Board Monthly Report – January, 2016
Submitted by Rob Berry, Director of Facilities
NH Wood Energy Council Grant:
Consultant Rick Handley will be attending the January School Board meeting to summarize his feasibility report regarding Bio-mass heat at Sanbornton. He will also be addressing specific questions from last month’s meeting regarding chips vs pellets, and sizing of boilers.
Bio-mass Heat Education:
Over the last few weeks, Niel (Maintenance) has been working with the AG program to tour and educate students on the operation of our bio-mass plant. Over 30 students have toured the facility.
MS OT Room Refurbishment:
Many of the new materials have been delivered. Rob S. and I have a plan in place to begin the transition on Jan. 22 (teacher workshop day) and complete it during Feb break. This overhaul will include relocation of music program materials currently being stored in the OT room.
Turf Management:
Rick (Grounds) recently attended a one day Turf Education conference that included seminars on Modern Turf Fungicides, Invasive Upland Plant Species of New Hampshire, The Effects of Soil and Weather on Grub and Weevil Management. I look forward to utilizing Rick’s skills and knowledge to improve the appearance of our campuses and performance of our sports fields in the coming years.
Honeywell Energy Audit:
Rudy Cartier and Ginny Lofton, Honeywell’s Measurement and Verification team completed their annual site visit on Dec. 17. Early indication is that we are doing very well and should receive a favorable Energy Cost Avoidance Report for year #5. The completed report will be available in March.
School Board Report for Athletics and Co-Curricular Activities: January 2016
Below is brief overview of the Athletic/Co-Curricular programs at both the Middle School and High School during the month of January .
Athletics:
● The Varsity Boys Basketball Team has started their season with a 5-0 record ● The Varsity Girls Basketball Team has started their season with a 4-3 record ● The Varsity Wrestling Team has started their season with a 5-1 record ● The Unified Volleyball Team has started their season with a 1-0 record ● The Winnisquam-Laconia Hockey team has a 1-3 record ● The Varsity Boys Basketball Team won the Gilford Holiday Tournament for the
second year in a row. Christian Serrano was named MVP and Tim Harmon was named to the All-Tournament Team.
● The Girls B Middle School Basketball Team was the Runner-Up of the Laconia Holiday Tournament
● The Winnisquam Wrestling Team will host the Winnisquam Winter Classic Tournament on January 9th.
● For the second year in a row the Middle School will be participating in the ONLY MS Unified Basketball league in the country.
Activities:
● The Drama Club will be presenting Into the Woods for the Spring Musical - both students and staff will collaborate in the production. (Both Mr. Laliberte and I will be performing)
● Winter Carnival is Scheduled for February 20, 2016 Regards Zack Medlock MS, CAA Athletic/Co-Curricular Director Winnisquam Regional School District
Proudly serving the communities of Northfield, Sanbornton and Tilton.
Winnisquam Regional High School is committed to promoting a sense of PRIDE: Productive Citizenship ~ Respect for Self and Community ~ Individual Growth and Achievement
Determination to Succeed ~ Excellence in Education
PROMOTING P.R.I.D.E. WINNISQUAM REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
435 West Main Street Tilton, New Hampshire 03276
603-286-4531 MR. THOMAS W. LALIBERTE PRINCIPAL MR. ANDREW BRAUCH ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
MS. LISA RANSOM DIRECTOR OF SCHOOL COUNSELING
MS. STACEY GAGNON SCHOOL COUNSELOR
To: Dr. Tammy Davis From: Tom Laliberte Re: WRHS Principal’s Report Date: January 19, 2016 Curriculum, Instruction, Professional Development, and Assessment
The New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) will be visiting WRHS in the fall of 2017. Every ten years public New England high schools are reviewed against the seven Standards for Accreditation. The purpose is for the schools to self-evaluate and receive feedback to their progress in meeting the research-based best practices. The majority of staff meetings and professional development days will be targeted to preparing for this visit. We will start by evaluating our Core Values and Beliefs as a staff and with input from the students and community. We will also go through that same process for our 21st Century Learning Expectations. We hope this work will be completed prior to April before we begin our self-study.
Community
On December 17 the band, chorus, and chamber choir performed their annual Christmas Concert for a packed house at WRHS.
The WRHS National Honor Society and Student Council were both active in December helping the three WRSD communities for the holidays.
Students
The Mary Butler Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recognized and honored the chapter’s five Good Citizen Award winners. Among those winners was Kaylyn Dion. Kaylyn is a senior at WRHS. She was voted to represent WRHS by members of the senior class based on her qualities of service, dependability, leadership and patriotism.
Amanda Blier won a grant from Wendy’s High School Heisman. One female and male from each state wins this award. Amanda won from the state of New Hampshire. The school received a $1000 grant on her behalf. Qualifications for winning the award are based on academic performance and participation and leadership in school activities and athletics.
The Student Leadership team has defined a new procedure of selecting the Student of the Month. For the month of December Joe Perez and Socorra Summers were recognized.
A group of students are involved in a Communication, Outreach, Recognition, and Engagement (CORE) Leadership Team. This group runs their own meetings with little administrative support. They are starting the process of communicating highlights of WRHS through varying mediums. These students will be involved in 21st century learning (i.e. communication, problem solving, use of technology, and creativity) and spending quality time to complete their goals. Due to the work and attainment of competencies, the students are receiving credit through an ELO. Mr. Fuchs is actively involved in assisting the students through the process.
Winnisquam Regional Middle School
Administration: 76 Winter Street, Tilton, NH 03276 Robert T. Seaward, Jr., Principal Phone: 603-286-7143 Fax:603-286-7410 Eric Keck, Interim Asst. Principal www.wrsdsau59.org
To: Dr. Tammy Davis
From: Rob Seaward
Re: Middle School Principal’s Report
Date: January 6, 2016
Curriculum, Instruction, Professional Development and Assessment ● November and December were filled with teacher observations and evaluations. With half of the middle school
teachers in their first five years at WRMS (most in first five years teaching), I am pleased to announce that all of
our new staff are performing at or above expectations. The observations were amazing and consisted of two
formal observations and several informal walkthroughs, all with feedback provided and self reflections
completed by teachers. Our new staff are reflective and open to feedback, even seeking out advice and support
regularly from colleagues and administration. While our experienced staff do not have nearly as many
evaluation requirements, several informal walkthroughs have revealed that they are doing well and have really
taken on the mentoring role for new teachers and in many cases have developed close mentoring/collaborative
relationships with the new teachers. We are definitely on track with staff morale and professionalism.
● Professional development in December was largely centered on team needs - grade level, curriculum, focus,
and leadership team PD organized, developed, and provided by members of the School Improvement Team
(SIT). We will continue this team approach at our January workshop day primarily through curriculum teams.
● We continue to perform a variety of assessment opportunities for students through core courses, RtI, and
whole school. Individual teachers and various teams including the data team are working with the support of
Donna Beauregard, Cathy VanBennekum, and Sandie Sterling to organize the results in a way that helps all of us
better educate our students and provide support and enrichment based on data collected. The next major
assessment is our third round of STAR in mid January. The results should be available for the February report.
Student, Community and Parent Activities ● December was full of grade level, school, district, and whole community experiences. From our annual musical,
to the community dinner, to our annual food bank can drive, to the annual Yankee swap and elf visit to
elementary schools, WRMS students, staff, and parents were deeply involved in community based activities.
● One of our key efforts at WRMS is building a stronger, better connected and engaged faculty/staff. Each month
a different group at WRMS hosts a monthly luncheon or breakfast. In December, the event was our annual
holiday potluck with almost every member of our faculty and staff contributing to the meal. It was a great time
and faculty/staff really felt excited to share in food & fun during lunch on the last day before the holiday break.
● Finally, I want to give special mention to Elise Smith who became aware of a student without power, water,
heat, etc. just before break. In a very short amount of time, Elise spearheaded an initiative to raise several
hundred dollars from staff members and connect with other local agencies to get the power back on and a
holiday meal arranged in time for Christmas morning. Her efforts were amazing and the three children (two at
WRMS) had a much better holiday as a result of her efforts and the generosity of the whole faculty/staff.
Recognition ● Our staff BEST of the Month for December is Elise Smith for her amazing efforts at organizing WRMS
faculty/staff to help a desperate family have heat, power, water, and food over the holiday break.
● Our student BEST of the Month for December is Eyan Hanks for his hard work, great ideas and positive attitude
towards the school store. Eyan is really taking his obligation seriously and doing a great job.
Serving Tilton, Northfield and Sanbornton
TO: DR. TAMMY DAVIS, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS FROM: STEPHANIE PIKE, SOUTHWICK PRINCIPAL DATE: January 8, 2016 RE: MONTHLY REPORT Curriculum, Instruction, Professional Development and Assessment:
Karen Dow and Kristen Hill have continued to provide professional development for staff on Reading Comprehension, specifically in the area of summarizing, during staff meetings. Additional dates have been set to continue this work with the Southwick staff.
Staff met in RtI groups to reassess student progress and adjust WIN groups for both math and reading during the week of December 7, 2015. Cathy VanBennekum and Donna Beauregard assisted staff with this process.
Staff will engage in a professional development day on January 22, 2016 in which staff from across the district will be providing teachers with professional development on Fountas and Pinnell Benchmarks. This PD will lay the base for staff in understanding how to administer the reading assessment, analyze the data, and adjust instruction.
Laura Alexander, Focus School’s Project Manager, and I will attend the third quarterly Focus School meeting on January 21, 2016 at Plymouth State University.
STAR testing will take place starting January 19th
. AIMSWeb assessments will begin January 11th
. Donna Beauregard and Cathy VanBennekum will be assisting with this process.
Report cards went home on December 16th
, 2015.
I will be attending a NHASCD conference with Dr. Lucy Calkins and Lita Judge on January 8, 2016 at the Grappone Conference Center. Dr. Calkins will discuss High leverage methods for lifting student reading levels and Lita Judge will present on Engaging students in writing and reading both fiction and non-fiction texts.
Teachers analyzed the classroom engagement data that I have collected during first trimester informal observations. The areas of observation included: Questioning, Discussions, Real World Activities, Universal Response Techniques, Down Time and Transitions. Staff read “Questioning Strategies to Engage All Learners” from Engage New York and used this as a tool to support their findings and reflections of the data. Additional data will be collected and reviewed during the second trimester.
The Southwick Leadership team met on 1/5/16 to discuss progress toward video clips for the Southwick website, strategic plan updates, curriculum, and technology resources.
Fifth grade teachers from Southwick and Sanbornton will meet with 6th
grade teachers from the Middle School on January 11th to begin discussing transitions for students. Teams will meet at Southwick and also discuss further planning, visits, and needs to enhance the transition for students during the 16-17 schoolyear. Community and Family Activities
There was a PTO meeting on 1/7/16 as well as a Parent Forum. Lori Krueger and I have been gathering feedback from parents to find out what is most helpful to them during the parent forum meetings. At the request of parents, we reviewed the safety procedures outlined by our Emergency Management protocols.
Walmart nominated Southwick to participate in the Teacher Appreciation Program for the 15-16 schoolyear. We have partnered with Walmart this year on a variety of activities including our STEAM night and our ECIO committee. Walmart provided gift cards to teams to purchase items for their classrooms. Walmart also donated muffins, donuts, fruits and drinks at the December 22, 2015 staff meeting and presented staff with the gift cards. On January 4th, Walmart donated school supplies to the Southwick School. Student Activities
Student Council has been actively planning and seeking out opportunities to enhance clubs and activities at Southwick School. Prior to the holiday vacation, students planned a Spirit Week for all students to participate in.
Janet Wisler, fourth grade teacher, and Monica Gemmitti, Student Support Teacher, have organized Drama Club for this year. Students have tried out and have started to meet twice a week for practices until the play (Aladdin) is presented in May.
The DARE program started January 8, 2016 for all fifth grade students. Adam Seligman from the Northfield Police Department was recently trained in the DARE program and will be working with us at Southwick to teach this program.
There will be a schoolwide Spelling Bee with the top spellers from each classroom on January 13th
.
Kirk Young, teacher from WRHS, will be here with students from his Music Appreciation class on January 13th
to do a percussion assembly for all students at Southwick. Recognition and Thanks
Thank you to Karen Dow and Kristen Hill who have led the charge of providing PD to the Southwick staff in support of our schoolwide goal of Reading Comprehension.
A big thank you to our local partners at the Tilton Walmart!
Union Sanborn School Board Report
TO: Tammy Davis, Superintendent RE: School Board Report FROM: Lori Krueger, USS Principal DATE: January 11, 2016
Curriculum, Instruction, Professional Development & Assessment The new WIN groups have begun since the return to school. This round we
have increased parent communication by informing parents not only of who their children are working with, but what skills are being worked on in the reading intervention, and what each Tier level means in regards to reporting if the skills are above, below or at grade level.
● Cathy VanBennekum has worked with the teachers to implement the math probes for grades K-2 in AIMSweb. This data will be used to determine which students will participate in the math tutoring via Title 1 that will be offered in the months of January and February.
● Carmel Lunt, Tammy Nute, Trish Kent, Mary Beth Sledzik and I attended the NHASCD with Lucy Calkins. The presentation was on the reading and writing workshop approach. Data was shared on how much reading all children need to do at their independent reading level. We are looking at developing more opportunity for this within the school day.
● I met with the budget committee representatives to review the budget proposal the first week of January
● Sandie Sterling is working with teachers to develop a math night in February. This evening will provided games that will be done at the school and that families can take home in which grade level skills can be reinforced.
Student Activities/Recognition and Thanks ● At the January assembly students will be learning about tolerance and
acceptance. This will build on the activities in recognition of Martin Luther King Day.
● On January 13 Kirk Young will be bringing the high school students from his music appreciation class for a percussion performance to all elementary schools.
● A thank you to all grade level teams for working to build an assessment schedule together that limits interruption to student instruction.
7.7 First Reading Policies
CBI – Evaluation of Superintendent
CFB – Building Principal(s) Evaluation
CHCA – Approval of Handbooks
The Policy Committee recommends the minor changes made to these policies (bold, italic and
strikethroughs).
CBI - EVALUATION OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
Category: Recommended
The SAU Board will annually evaluate the Superintendent based on written criteria as established
by the SAU Board. Co-extensive with the Superintendent evaluation, the SAU Board and
Superintendent will jointly establish annual goals and objectives. The SAU Board believes that
establishing annual goals and objectives will serve as a benchmark and criteria for the
Superintendent’s annual evaluation.
The Superintendent is responsible for the services described in applicable statute and Department
of Education rules. In addition to and related to those responsibilities, the following areas are
representative of those in which objectives may be set and progress appraised:
1. Fiscal management
2. Curriculum
3. Pupil achievement and assessment
4. Delivery of instruction
5. Relationship with the School Board
6. Administration of educational services
7. Administration of school facilities
8. Governance of pupils
9. Hiring and supervision of school district staff
10. Overall leadership on educational issues
The SAU Board may choose not to annually evaluate and review every area listed above.
The SAU Board desires that the annual Superintendent evaluation and goal setting will clarify the
Superintendent’s role within the school community, address areas for the Superintendent to
improve, and address areas for which the Superintendent should be commended.
See Appendix: CBI-R
NHSBA Note, September 2012: This policy has been amended generally and expands the areas
of assessment. The areas of assessment are now related to statutory and regulatory duties of
superintendents, per NH RSAs and NHDOE rules. Additionally, NHSBA is amending its
recommended superintendent evaluation form. Please contact NHSBA for more information.
Legal References:
N.H. Code of Administrative Rules, Section Ed 303.01(k), Substantive Duties of School
Boards, Superintendent Evaluation
Revised: September 2012
Revised: July 1998, November 1999, August 2006
CFB - BUILDING PRINCIPAL(S) EVALUATION
Category R
The Superintendent shall conduct an ongoing process of evaluating the principal(s) on
his/her skills, abilities, and competence. Annually, the Superintendent or his/her designee
will formally evaluate the principal(s).
The goal of the formal evaluation process is to ensure the education program for the
students is carried out, to promote growth in effective administrative leadership for the
school district, to clarify the building principal's role as the Board and the Superintendent
see it, to ascertain areas in need of improvement, and to focus the immediate priorities of
the principal(s) responsibilities.
The formal evaluation shall include written criteria related to job duties. The principal
may make comments responding to the formal evaluation.
The formal evaluation shall also include an opportunity for the principal and the
Superintendent to discuss the written criteria, the past year's performance and future areas
of growth. The evaluation shall be completed by the Superintendent, signed by the
building principal and filed in the principal's personnel file.
This policy supports and does not preclude the ongoing informal evaluation of the
principal's skills, abilities and competence.
New principals will be evaluated at least twice in writing for each of the first three years
of their employment.
Legal References iLittkey v. Winchester School District, 219 NH 626 (1987)
NH Code of Administrative Rules Section 302, Duties of Superintendents
NH Code of Administrative Rules Section 304, Duties of School Principals
Appendix CFB-R
Approved by the WRSB: August 21, 2007
Reviewed: August 2006
Reviewed: March, 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
iNH Supreme Court case opinions prior to 1995 are not available through the state
website. For more information about this case, please contact Kathleen O’Sullivan at
NHSBA Policy Services at 228-2061, or email [email protected].
CHCA - APPROVAL OF HANDBOOKS AND DIRECTIVES Category R
The principal(s) and other administrators are responsible for the development of
employee and student handbooks.
The contents of all handbooks must conform with District-wide policies and regulations.
The Board approves changes to the student handbook on an annual basis. must
approve and adopt all handbooks prior to publication and distribution.
Approved by the WRSB: December 20, 2004
Reviewed: March, 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
7.8 Policies Reviewed
AA - School District Legal Status
ABA - Volunteer Involvement
AD - Philosophy of the School District
AE - Accountability
CB - School Superintendent and CBR - Duties of the Superintendent
CBB - Appointment of Superintendent
CBG - Superintendent's Development Opportunities
CCB - Line and Staff Relations
CF - School Building Administration
CFA - Individual School Administrative Personnel and CFA-R Duties of Principal
CH - Policy Implementation
CHA - Development of Regulations
CHB - Board Review of Regulations
CHD - Administration in Policy Absence
CLA - Treatment of Outside Reports
CM - School District Annual Report
AA - SCHOOL DISTRICT LEGAL STATUS Category O
The legal basis for education is vested in the will of the people as expressed in the
Constitution of New Hampshire, the statutes* pertaining to education, court interpretation
of these laws, the powers implied in them, and the rules and regulations of the State
Board of Education.
In New Hampshire, School Districts are political subdivisions of the State and, as such,
are considered municipal corporations.
Board policies are established by the Board, which serves as an agent of the District.
Funds for school operating expenses are approved by a majority of qualified voters
present and voting at the annual School District meeting except that bond issues require a
two-thirds vote. (except in those School District which have adopted RSA40:13. In these
districts, a 60% vote is required.)
Statutory/Case Law References:
New Hampshire Constitution, Pt. 2 Article 83
Claremont School District vs. Governor, 138 NH 183 (1993)
RSA Chapter 33, Municipal Finance Act
RSA 194:2, School Districts to be Corporations
RSA 195:6, Powers and Duties of Cooperative School Districts
RSA 197:1, Annual School District Meetings
RSA 40:13, Use of Official Ballot iClough v. Osgood 37 NH 444 (1935)
* The majority of state laws on education are in RSA Chapters 186 through 200H.
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: June 19, 2007
Revised: February 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
iNH Supreme Court case opinions prior to 1995 are not available through the state
website. For more information about this case, please contact Kathleen O’Sullivan at
NHSBA Policy Services at 228-2061, or email [email protected].
ABA - VOLUNTEER INVOLVEMENT
Category R
Also IJOC
The Board shall encourage the involvement of citizens to fulfill the mission of the
schools.
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: June 19, 2007
Reviewed: February 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
AD - PHILOSOPHY OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT Category R
The Board will develop a mission statement for the District. The Board should review
and/or revise the statement annually.
Legal Reference:
NH Code of Administrative Rules, Section Ed. 306.05, School Philosophy, Goals,
and Objectives
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Revised and Approved by the WRSB: June 19, 2007
Revised: July, 2005
Reviewed: February, 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
AE - ACCOUNTABILITY
Category O
The Board directs the Superintendent to establish an accountability system in order to
collect data needed for evaluation of the district's compliance with state and federal laws
on school accountability.
The Superintendent will ensure that the district's statistical reports are filed in a timely
manner with the New Hampshire Department of Education.
Legal Reference:
RSA 189:28, Statistical Reports; Failure to File Reports
RSA 193-H:4, Local Education Improvement Plan; Strategic Responses
NH Code of Administration Rules, Section Ed. 306.23, Statistical Reports;
Accountability
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: June 19, 2007
New Policy: July 2005
CB - SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT Category R
The duties of the Superintendent are defined in his/her contract of employment,
individual board policies, SAU policies, state statutes, and New Hampshire Department
of Education Rules.
The Board expects that the Superintendent, as the chief executive officer, is responsible
for:
1. The execution of board policies
2. The management of the work of all school departments, the duties of which,
apart from those required by law, the Superintendent shall assign
3. The observance of all board policies by all those persons employed by the
district
4. The enforcement of all provisions of the law relating to the operation of the
schools or other educational, social and recreational agencies, or activities under
the charge of the board.
Regulatory Reference:
N.H. Code of Administrative Rules, Section Ed. 302.02, Substantive Duties of
Superintendents
Appendix CB-R
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: August 21, 2007
Revised: February 2006
CB-R
DUTIES OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
PART Ed 302 DUTIES OF SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENTS
Ed 302.01 Executive Officer .
(a) The superintendent shall:
(1) Serve as the executive officer of the local school district or districts
within the school administrative unit ( SAU );
(2) Be responsible for the overall administrative and leadership services of
the SAU; and
(3) Perform the duties specified in the section.
(b) The superintendent shall be responsible for planning and managing the
administrative and leadership services of the local school district or districts
within the school administrative unit subject to statutory requirements, these rules,
and the policies of the local districts
(c) The administrative and leadership services shall be defined and directed by
the governing body employing the superintendent. Such local district services
shall include but are not limited to the following areas:
(1) Personnel;
(2) Finance;
(3) Communication/community relations;
(4) Student service;
(5) Maintenance/capital improvement;
(6) Curriculum;
(7) Instruction;
(8) Assessment;
(9) Short and long range planning;
(10) Governance for student achievement;
(11) Policy research;
(12) Implementation, and review; and
(13) Overall leadership on educational issues.
(d) The superintendent shall develop and maintain a system of public schools,
staffed by certified educators, qualified professionals, and persons providing
support services, subject to statutory requirements, these rules, and the policies of
the local districts (s).
(e) The superintendent shall provide, develop and implement procedures to
achieve educational objectives within the local school district or districts within
the school administrative unit.
(f) The superintendent shall be directly responsible to the local school district or
districts within the school administrative unit board.
(g) The superintendent may nominate for school administrative unit board
appointment one or more assistants, including assistant superintendents, and
business administrators. The superintendent may assign duties for the efficient
management of the school administrative unit.
Ed 302.02 Substantive Duties . The superintendent shall in addition to those duties
outlined in Ed 302.01:
(a) Nominate all certified staff and appoint other employees in accordance with
state law, the rules of the state board and school board policies;
(b) Direct and supervise the work of all employees of the district or districts
within the school administrative unit and shall have all powers necessary to make
such direction effective, as outlined in RSA 194-C:4. While the superintendent
has ultimate responsibility, he/she may delegate powers and duties to other
personnel.
(c) Be responsible for the selection and purchase of textbooks and all other
supplemental materials and supplies in accordance with the policies of the school
board and the state board and see that the same are distributed to the school,
accurately accounted for and economically used;
(d) Be responsible for developing and recommending to the school board or
boards within the school administrative unit the annual budget for the support of
the educational program and for the operation and maintenance of schools within
the district or districts and the school administrative unit in accordance with
school board policy;
(e) Be responsible for developing and maintaining an accounting system and
financial reporting procedures for all funds in accordance with local school board
policy, and local and state laws;
(f) Be responsible for the development of an educational plan including
curriculum, instruction, and assessment programs for the district or districts and
for recommending a program of studies suitable to the needs of the pupils and the
community in accordance with local school board policies, state statutes and state
board rules;
(g) Remove a teacher or other employee of the district in accordance with RSA
189:31;
(h) Recommend the dismissal of certified staff to the board, which has the
authority to dismiss in accordance with RSA 189:13;
(i) Provide for temporary staff to fill vacancies and provide supplies immediately
needed for the operation of the schools;
(j) Be responsible for maintaining records and filing reports as required by the
state board of education and the local school boards;
(k) Admit pupils to the resident school district in accordance with the laws of the
state and the rules of the state board and policies of the local board;
(l) Direct pupils to assigned classes and grades, consistent with local school
board policies;
(m) Maintain a safe environment for pupils free of hazardous conditions;
(n) Be responsible for the evaluation of personnel and programs in accordance
with local school board policies;
(o) Be responsible for implementation of state board rules, which apply in the
area of the superintendents jurisdiction;
(p) Be responsible for developing and recommending to the school board or
boards within the school administrative unit an annual maintenance program and
long-term capital improvement plan;
(q) Be responsible for the implementation and recommendation to the school
boards or boards within the school administrative unit a community relations and
communications program; and
(r) Be responsible for the implementation and review of school district policies.
See Policy CB
CBB - APPOINTMENT OF SUPERINTENDENT Category O
The Superintendent shall be hired by the School Administrative Unit Board.
Legal Reference:
RSA 194-C:4, SAU: Superintendent Services
RSA 194-C:5, SAU: Organization and Duties
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: December 20, 2004
Revised March, 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
CBG - SUPERINTENDENT'S DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES Category O
The Board encourages the Superintendent to make every effort to stay abreast of
educational trends and to seize opportunities for exploring new ideas and programs that
may be used to advantage in the School District.
For the benefit of the entire school system, the Board encourages the Superintendent to
set aside time each year to attend certain seminars and conferences and visit other school
systems in which promising ideas are emerging, as these activities are delineated in the
Superintendents individual employment contract.
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: December 20, 2004
Reviewed: March, 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
CCB - LINE AND STAFF RELATIONS Category R
General Operations
The following principles shall govern the administrative operation of the District.
1) Each school shall be encouraged to develop appropriate educational programs for the
students attending that School, consistent with school Board policy, state law, and State
Board regulations.
2) The Superintendent shall have specific responsibility for overseeing the pattern and
sequence of educational experiences provided for children from kindergarten through
grade 12.
3) Responsibility shall flow simply and clearly from the teachers, principals and the
Superintendent to the School Board.
4) Each member of the staff shall be informed to whom s/he is responsible.
5) Whenever feasible, each member of the staff shall be made responsible to only one
immediate superior for any one function.
6) Each staff member shall be told to whom s/he can go for help in working out his/her
own functions in the District.
Line of Responsibility
Each employee in the District shall be responsible to the Board through the
Superintendent and School Principal.
All personnel shall refer matters requiring administrative action to the administrator
immediately in charge of the area in which the problem arises.
Administrators shall refer such matters to the next higher authority when necessary.
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: December 20, 2004
Reviewed: March, 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
CF - SCHOOL BUILDING ADMINISTRATION Category O
The Board reaffirms the rights and responsibilities of the building principals for the
administration of their various programs and buildings within the broad scope of the
adopted Board policies.
Specifically, the principal of an individual school is the responsible head and professional
leader in the development of the educational program and the improvement of instruction
in the School of which s/he is the Principal. All personnel will work through and under
the direction of the Principal in the performance of their duties within his/her school.
Legal Reference
NH Code of Administrative Rules, Section Ed 304.01, Substantive Duties of
School Principals
Appendix CFA-R, Duties of School Principals
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: August 21, 2007
Reviewed: February 2006
CFA - INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL Category R
Principals
Appointment
The principals shall be elected by the Board following nomination by the Superintendent.
Should the Board fail to accept the nomination of the Superintendent, the Superintendent
will be directed to present another name in nomination.
Candidates for position of principal will file a formal, written application with the
Superintendent. All applications will be screened by the Superintendent and a number
will be selected for interview by the Superintendent and the Board.
All applications will be available to the Board for their review and candidates selected by
them for interview will be included in the interview process.
It will be the policy of the Superintendent and Board to promote candidates when such a
promotion is in the best interests of the school. All such candidates must meet
requirements as established by the Superintendent and Board.
Functions
All building principals shall be responsible for the school buildings and grounds to which
they are assigned. They shall be responsible for and shall have authority over the actions
of students, professional and non-professional employees, visitors, volunteers, and
persons hired to perform special tasks.
All principals shall keep the Superintendent informed of activities in their buildings by
whatever means the Superintendent deems appropriate.
Principals will file a monthly written report, on a date designated by the Superintendent,
to the Superintendent.
The principal shall attend Board meetings if requested by the Superintendent or the
Board.
Legal Reference
N.H. Code of Administrative Rules, Section Ed 304.01, Substantive Duties of
School Principals
Appendix CFA-R
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: August 21, 2007
Reviewed: February 2006
CFA-R
DUTIES OF THE PRINCIPAL
Ed 304.01 Substantive Duties ; School Principals and Assistant Principals .
(a) The school principal shall be responsible for promoting the success of all
students by:
(1) Facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and
stewardship of a vision for learning that is shared and supported by the
community, school board, and superintendent of schools;
(2) Advocating, nurturing, and sustaining a school culture and instructional
program conducive to student learning and staff professional growth;
(3) Ensuring management of the organization, operations, and resources for a
safe, efficient, and effective learning environment;
(4) Collaborating with families and community members, responding to
diverse community interests and needs, and mobilizing community resources;
and
(5) Having the knowledge and skills to promote the success of all students by
understanding, responding to, and influencing the larger political, social,
economic, legal, and cultural contexts.
(b) The school principal shall evaluate and make recommendations to the
superintendent concerning candidates for professional and nonprofessional
positions within the school administrative unit in accordance with local school
board policy, or as directed by the superintendent.
(c) The school principal shall assign, direct, and be responsible for the evaluation
of all personnel employed in the school in accordance with local school board
policy, administrative rules, and as directed by the superintendent.
(d) The school principal shall perform any duty assigned by the superintendent in
accordance with local school board policy, state statutes, and rules of the state
board of education.
(e) The school assistant principal shall be responsible for assisting and supporting
the school principal in promoting the success of all students as stated in the above
duties:
See Policy CFA
CH - POLICY IMPLEMENTATION Category R
The administration of the District shall be delegated to the Superintendent who shall
carry out his/her administrative functions in accordance with the policies adopted by the
Board. The execution of all decisions made by the Board concerning the internal
operation of the school system shall be delegated to the Superintendent.
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: December 20, 2004
Reviewed: March, 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
CHA - DEVELOPMENT OF REGULATIONS
Category R
The Board shall delegate to the Superintendent the function of implementing appropriate
actions to carry out Board policy.
The Superintendent will present to the Board his/her recommendations regarding
appropriate regulations to implement Board policy.
In the development of rules, regulations, and procedures for the operation of the District,
the Superintendent may include at the planning stage those employees who will be
affected by such provisions.
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: December 20, 2004
Reviewed: March, 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
CHB - BOARD REVIEW OF REGULATIONS Category R
Also BGD
When a written procedure is developed, the Superintendent shall submit it to the Board as
an information item. Such procedures need not be approved by the Board, therefore they
may be revised when it appears they are not consistent with Board policy. On
controversial topics, the Superintendent may request prior Board approval.
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: December 20, 2004
Reviewed: March, 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
CHD - ADMINISTRATION IN POLICY ABSENCE Category R
Also BFE
In the absence of established Board policy or Board direction, the Superintendent shall
assume responsibility making necessary decisions. In such instances, Principals or other
administrative or instructional personnel shall gain the approval of the Superintendent
before taking any action.
In the situations which arise within the schools where the Board has provided no guides
for administrative action, the Superintendent shall have power to act but his/her decisions
shall be subject to review and ratification by action of the Board at a regular meeting. It
shall be the duty of the Superintendent to inform the Board promptly of such action and
of the need for policy.
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: December 20, 2004
Reviewed: March, 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
CLA - TREATMENT OF OUTSIDE REPORTS Category O
Within a reasonable time after receiving reports from such outside agents as the auditor,
fire department, health department, and others, the Superintendent shall inform the Board
of action s/he has taken pursuant to recommendations made in such reports, assuming
such action can be completed within the current budget. Otherwise, the Superintendent
shall prepare recommendations for Board action.
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: December 20, 2004
Reviewed: March, 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
CM - SCHOOL DISTRICT ANNUAL REPORT Category R
An annual report covering the diversified activities of the District and the administration's
recommendations for its improvement shall be prepared by the Superintendent and
presented to the Board as soon as possible after the close of each school year. Upon
Board approval, the report shall be made available to the public and used as one means
for informing parents and citizens, the State Board of Education, and other school
districts in the area of the programs and conditions of the schools.
Legal Reference:
RSA 193-E:3.I, (a), (b), Delivery of an Adequate Education
RSA 193-H:4, School Performance and Accountability
RSA 194:31, Register; Reports
Policy Committee Reviewed: January 4, 2016
Approved by the WRSB: December 20, 2004
Revised: March, 2004
Revised: November, 1999
Revised: July, 1998
Winnisquam Regional School District
2016-17 School Calendar August/September February
M T W T F M T W T F
*15 *16 *17 *18 *19 1 2 3
(22) (23) (24) (25) (26) 6 7 8 9 10
29 30 31 1 X 13 14 15 16 17 23 X 6 7 8 9 18 20 21 22 23 24
Days 12 13 14 15 16 Days X X
19 20 21 22 23
26
27 28 29 30
October March
M T W T F M T W T F
3 4 5 6 (7) X X X 19 X 11 12 13 14 19 6 7 8 9 10
Days 17 18 19 20 21 Days 13 14 15 16 17
24 25 26 27 28 20 21 22 23 (24)
31 27 28 29 30 31
November** April
M T W T F M T W T F
1 2 3 4 3 4 5 6 7 17 7 8 9 (10) X 15 10 11 12 13 14
Days 14 15 16 17 18 Days 17 18 19 20 21
21 22 X X X X X X X X
28 29 30
December May
M T W T F M T W T F
1 2 1 2 3 4 5 17 5 6 7 8 9 22 8 9 10 11 12
Days 12 13 14 15 16 Days 15 16 17 18 19
19 20 21 22 23 22 23 24 25 26
X X X X X X 30 31
January June
M T W T F M T W T F
X 3 4 5 6 1 2 19 9 10 11 12 13 11 5 6 7 8 9
Days X 17 18 19 (20) Days 12 13 14 (15)** 16
23 24 25 26 27 19 20 21 22 23
30 31 26 27 28 29 30
*Aug 15-19 ................. New Teacher Induction November 23-25 ...... Thanksgiving Break
Aug 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 (1/2 day), Oct 7, Nov 10, Dec 26-Jan 2 ........... Holiday Vacation
Jan 20, Mar 24, June 15 (1/2 day)…Teacher Workshops January 16 ............... Martin Luther King Day
August 29 ................... Students Start School Feb 27- Mar 3 .......... Winter Vacation
Sept 2 – Sept 5 ........... Labor Day Weekend April 24 – April 28 .... Spring Vacation
October 10 .................. Columbus Day May 29 ..................... Memorial Day
November 11 .............. Veterans Day June 15 .................... Last Day of School for All Students (1/2 day)
( ) = Teacher Workshops/No School for Students X = Days Out for Students and Staff ** ½ of School for Students
** Parent Teacher Conferences: Elementary - Week of Oct. 17th
; WRMS - Nov. 15th
, Nov. 17
th, WRHS – Oct. 12
th, March 29
th
Note: Additional school days needed due to inclement weather will be completed in June.
Approved by the WRSB: December 21, 2015