MINUTES OF THE HINGHAM SCHOOL COMMITTEE
February 26, 2007
The meeting was called to order by Chrisanne Gregoire at 7:40 p.m. at the School Department Conference Room.
Members Present: Chrisanne Gregoire, Christine Smith, Barbara Cook, Esther Healey, Linda Hill, Kristin Parnell.
Central Office Present: Dot Galo, Ellen Keane, Jean Curtis Loud, David Killory.
Visitors Present: Peter Lincoln, Douglas Holley, Chuck Cormier, Sharon McKay, Gretchen Hersey, Cheryl Edgar, Roger Boddie, Debbie Stellar, Anna Skinner, Michael Page, Mike Barclay, Kathleen Nugent.
On a motion by Barbara Cook and seconded by Linda Hill,
It was
Voted: To approve the Minutes of the Regular Session of February 5, 2007.
Communications.
Dot Galo noted an invitation from Joe Young, music resource teacher, to attend the Choral presentation on March 6, a letter from the League of Women Voters (Chris Gregoire introduced Kathleen Nugent from the League), and a letter from David Killory thanking Barker Basketball for the donation to fund the cost of refinishing the middle school gymnasium floor.
Student School Committee Communications.
Anna Skinner and Michael Page spoke about the following: the new issue of the Harborlight, Program of Studies and course selections for 2007-2008, physical education options for juniors and seniors, France and Ireland trips – very successful, HHS Idols raised funds for student council and “Kiss the Fish” fundraiser to support exchange student next year.
New Business.
The Committee conducted a public hearing on the status of the proposed FY ’07 Operating and Capital budgets. Dot Galo reviewed projected enrollments for 09-10, enrollment growth 1989-1999 and 1999-2009, and FY ’08 school budget update February 26, 2007 ($33,539,594). Committee members asked questions and made comments.
David Killory reviewed the revised proposed FY ’08 Capital Projects, February 26, 2007.
On a motion by Christine Smith and seconded by Esther Healey,
It was
Voted: To approve the budget of $255,000 for the Town Meeting Warrant Article that furthers development of the goals of the 2006 Master Plan and the recommended Warrant Article language.
On a motion by Christine Smith and seconded by Esther Healey,
It was
Voted: To approve the proposed fees for Kids In Action, as recommended.
On a motion by Christine Smith and seconded by Linda Hill,
It was
Voted: To approve proposed tuitions for typical students in the Integrated Pre-K and K programs, as recommended.
Dot Galo reviewed the NEASC/CPSS Standard on Assessment, Part IV of a 7-part discussion.
The Committee received the 2006 Annual Report for the 2006 Hingham Town Report and back-up information as submitted by administrators.
The Committee received information regarding the $6,345 donation to the Hingham Public Schools from “The 99 Restaurant” on Route 3A, Hingham.
The Committee received notification of the maternity leave of absence for Amy Welnicki, a grade 3 teacher at South School, from May 18, 2007 through June 30, 2007.
The Committee received notification of the extension of the alternative leave of absence for Phaedre Sassano, music resource teacher, for the 2007-2008 school year.
The Committee received notification of the retirement of Sharyn Burden, a kindergarten teacher at Foster School, effective June 30, 2007.
The Committee received notification of the retirement of Joanne Coggins, a bus driver, effective February 27, 2007.
The Committee received notification of the retirement of Peter Lincoln, science department director, effective September 3, 2007.
The Committee received notification of the retirement of Judith Mitchell, a secretary at Hingham High School, effective September 5, 2007.
The Committee received notification of the retirement of Robert Perry, an industrial technology teacher at Hingham Middle School, effective June 30, 2007.
The Committee received notification of the retirement of Alice Shaughnessy, Payroll Supervisor, effective July 27, 2007.
The Committee received notification of the retirement of Rose Stratford, a secretary at Hingham High School, effective September 5, 2007.
The Committee received notification of the advancement on the salary schedule to Master’s +60 for Patricia Tomecek, effective February 1, 2007.
2006 School Building Committee and Sub-committee Reports.
Linda Hill, Chair of the Salaries & Negotiations Subcommittee, noted upcoming scheduled negotiations sessions. Barbara Cook, Chair of the Community Outreach Subcommittee, noted a recent visit of Outreach Subcommittee representatives to Beal Street Academy.
Superintendent’s Report.
1. Updated enrollment report.
On a motion by Barbara Cook and seconded by Linda Hill,
It was
Voted: To adjourn the School Committee meeting at 9:40 p.m.
Christine Smith
Secretary
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