MINUTES OF THE HINGHAM SCHOOL COMMITTEE
May 7, 2007
Eileen McCracken, Town Clerk, conducted the swearing in of newly elected member, Caryl Falvey and re-elected members, Chrisanne Gregoire and Stephen Nagle at 7:30 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by Chrisanne Gregoire at 7:34 p.m. at the School Department Conference Room. Chris explained the self-nomination and voting process as per School Committee policy and statute.
Members Present: Chrisanne Gregoire, Christine Smith, Barbara Cook, Caryl Falvey, Esther Healey, Linda Hill, Steve Nagle.
Central Office Present: Dot Galo, David Killory.
Visitors Present: Aide to Senator Robert Hedlund, Representative Garrett Bradley, Roger Boddie, Gretchen Hersey, Sharon Grady McKay, Kathleen Nugent.
Chrisanne Gregoire was elected Chair of the Committee, by unanimous vote.
Christine Smith was elected Vice-Chair of the Committee, by unanimous vote.
Barbara Cook was elected Secretary of the Committee, by unanimous vote.
On a motion by Linda Hill and seconded by Esther Healey,
It was
Voted: To approve the Minutes of the Regular Session of April 23, 2007.
Communications.
The Committee received information on the State budget process from Representative Garrett Bradley and an aide to Senator Hedlund. Garrett Bradley talked about the State budget with respect to education, local aid assessments, seat belts on school buses, raising the drop-out age from 16 to 18 and the MSBA program.
New Business.
The Committee received the December 2006 Coordinated Program Review Report. Dot Galo commented on the positive report. Jean Curtis Loud is working on the required Corrective Action Plan (only eight items).
On a motion by Christine Smith and seconded by Caryl Falvey,
It was
Voted: To approve the school calendar for 2007-2008.
On a motion by Barbara Cook and seconded by Stave Nagle,
It was
Voted: To establish June 14 as the last day of school for students and June 15 as the last day of school for faculty.
The School Committee Subcommittee Assignment process was explained by Chris Gregoire. Members will indicate preferences and Chris will compile a list for the next meeting.
There was a discussion regarding potential guidelines for capital fundraising projects. Barbara Cook (for the Community Outreach Subcommittee) explained the rationale for discussion. There was consensus that the School Committee should have a process for responding to fundraising offers, gifts, or donations.
On a motion by Christine Smith and seconded by Steve Nagle,
It was
Voted: To refer the guidelines for capital fundraising projects to the Policy Subcommittee for further discussion and development.
The Committee received notification of the appointment of Jan Duffy as Science Department Director and Katie Roberts as Elementary Science Specialist, effective August 29, 2007.
The Committee received notification of the appointment of Katy Gallagher as Library Media Specialist at Hingham High School, effective August 27, 2007.
The Committee received notification of the change in assignment for Elaine Smoot as Payroll Supervisor, effective July 1, 2007.
The Committee received the revised spring 2007 volunteer coaching recommendations.
On a motion by Christine Smith and seconded by Linda Hill,
It was
Voted: To approve a bid for classroom/office supplies, as recommended. The bid was awarded to eight vendors in amounts noted.
On a motion by Linda Hill and seconded by Christine Smith,
It was
Voted: To approve a bid for computer supplies, as recommended. The bid was awarded to eight vendors in amounts noted.
On a motion by Esther Healey and seconded by Steve Nagle,
It was
Voted: To approve a bid for the purchase of “7D” vehicles, as recommended. The bid was awarded to New England Wheels, Inc., as noted.
On a motion by Christine Smith and seconded by Esther Healey,
It was
Voted: To approve a bid for rubbish collection, as recommended. The bid was awarded to Allied Waste, the current contractor.
2006 School Building Committee and sub-committee reports.
The Building Committee will meet on May 8 at 7:00 p.m. and the Salary & Negotiations Subcommittee will meet on May 9 at 10:00.
Superintendent’s Report.
1. May enrollment.
2. The School Committee was reminded of upcoming end-of-year activities and dates.
3. Details of the Middle School summer trip to the Grand Canyon.
4. Staff Appreciation May 9 at South Shore Baptist Church – HEF grant awards and Golden Apple awards.
On a motion by Steve Nagle and seconded by Christine Smith,
It was
Voted: To adjourn the School Committee meeting at 9:31 p.m.
Barbara Cook
Secretary
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