Article I. September 13, 2004

In Attendance:

Board Members: Jan Trueman, Mark Bouzianis, Mike Grant

Administration: Steve Kossakoski, Dennis Dobe

Board Officers: Maggie Doane

1. Call to Order – The meeting was called to order at 5:45 p.m.

2. Non-public Session – none

3. Approval Of The Minutes

3.1. August 9, 2002 – Mr. Bouzianis made a motion to accept the minutes from August 9, 2004. Seconded by Mr. Grant. All in favor.

4. Visitors-

4.1. Ms. Barbara Folland and Ms. Barbara Clark requested a change to an Exeter Region Cooperative bus route. There was no change requested to a Newfields bus route. The Board recommended that a representative of the Exeter Region Cooperative be contacted.

5. Business And Financial –

5.1 Monthly financial report – Ms. Doane reported that the cash on hand is $154,653.26

5.2. Maureen Hackett Memorial Trust Fund – Mr. Grant made a motion to establish the Maureen Hackett Trust Fund. Seconded by Mr. Bouzianis. All in favor. Ms. Trueman signed the agreement to establish the fund. Ms. Trueman will write a letter to the Newfields Trustees of Trust Funds to setup the account. The Board thanked Pam Abbott for her work to establish this fund.

5.3 Oil contract – The Hartmann oil contract is ready for board signature.

5.4 TFM contract update – Dr. Kossakoski updated the board on the status of the contract. The Board authorized the July payment and requested that the invoice received in August not be paid until the remainder of the project is completed.

5.5 Tuition – The board requested the Superintendent's Office research the possibility of having a collection agency collect the outstanding tuition.

5.6 Calendar – Dr. Kossakoski reviewed the budget development calendar. Mr. Grant made a motion to accept the budget calendar and related dates, as modified. Seconded by Mr. Bouzianis. All members in favor.

6. Curriculum

6.1 Program Implementation Update – Mr. Dobe reported on Responsive Classroom training, Everyday Math implementation and the administration of the NWEA tests.

6.2 Everyday Math Parent Information Night, 9/23- Mr. Dobe reviewed the agenda for the Everyday Math presentation. There will be a presentation for all parents outlining the entire EDM program followed by classroom sessions where parents will take part in EDM activities.

6.3 Parent Communication – Mr. Dobe reported that the new format for classroom newsletters now includes curriculum concepts to be covered, a curriculum timeline, and student assignments.

7. Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent Report

7.1 SAU Update- Dr. Kossakoski reported on the opening of school throughout the SAU and gave a brief update on the new high school building project. He also reviewed his new assignment which will include additional grant writing.

7.2 Enrollment update – Dr. Kossakoski reported that enrollment for NES is at 175 students.

8. Principal’s Report

8.1. Opening of School – Mr. Dobe stated that the opening of school went very smoothly. Ms. Johnson is out on medical leave.

8.2. Standardized Assessments – Grades 3, 4, and 5 are currently taking the NWEA testing. The new state-wide tests, known as the NECAP's, will be pilot tested in October. Gates testing for grades 1 and 2 will take place next week.

8.3. School activities:
Mr. Dobe reported on the following school activities: NPTO meeting and volunteer orientation, Everyday Math, school pictures, early release, technology training, the NES volunteer program, once again, has earned a Blue Ribbon Award .

9 . General Correspondence - None

10. Personnel

10.1 Professional Staff Nomination: Reading – Dr. Kossakoski nominated Thea Burgess for the .5 reading position. Mr. Grant made a motion to accept the nomination of Thea Burgess. Seconded by Mr. Bouzianis. All members voted in favor of the nomination. Dr. Kossakoski nominated Whitney Schwartz for the .6 Special Education teacher position. This position will be shared with Kensington. Mr. Bouzinanis made a motion to accept the nomination of Thea Burgess. Seconded by Mr. Grant. All members voted in favor of the nomination.

10.2 Staffing update – Mr. Dobe reported that all positions have been filled except for a COTA position. The NES Occupational Therapist is filling in until a COTA can be hired.

11 Building and Grounds

11.1 Status of Building Projects – The following work has been completed: chimney repair, rotted boards at the front of the building have been replaced, trim has been painted. The following work has not been completed, to date: roof repair. Mr. Oddo is checking to see if the roof is still under warranty before proceeding with the repair.

11.2 Recognition of Custodial Staff – Mr. Dobe thanked the custodial staff for the great work they did preparing the building for school.

12 Pupil Related Matters-

12.1 Defibrillator – Ms. Trueman asked if the school has a defibrillator? Mr. Dobe stated that they do not. Mike Grant will check on the possibility of purchasing a unit for the school. Dr. Kossakoski and Mr. Dobe will check on school implementation, liability, and training.

13 Board Reports/ Policy-

13.1 2004-2005 Board goals – 1) To develop a capital plan. 2) To develop an organized public relations program. 3) To develop a plan and budget for landscaping the school grounds. 4) To submit a warrant for constructing a parking lot based on the engineering study. 5) To continue the Board’s commitment to technology. 6) To support the development of a foreign language program. Mr. Grant made a motion to approve the 2004-2005 School Board Goals. Seconded by Mr. Bouzianis. All members voted in favor of the motion.

13.2 SAU 16 Chairs meeting update – The next Chairs meeting is Wed, Sept 15, 2004 @ 5:00 PM. The next Joint Board Meeting is Sept 20, 2004 @ 7:00 PM at the SST.

13.3 Newfields/SAU Policy Manual: status of review – The following policies will have a first reading at the October Board Meeting: AA, AC, ACE, ADC, AFA, BA, CGB, CHCA, CLA, CM, KCB, KEB, KEC, KED, KF, KH, KHB, KI, LC. BAAA will have a second reading at the October Board Meeting.

14 Old Business - None

15 New Business – Mr. Bouzianis asked if the winter vacation schedule is different than last year? The schedule is the same as previous years. He also requested that Mr. Wendell quote a price for oversight of the parking lot project. Mr. Bouzianis also asked if Mr. Wendell could provide NES with a list of contractors for the project. There was a brief discussion about how adequate education grant funds will be allocated to the Seacoast Charter School to cover the tuition of one Newfields student.

16 Next Meeting - Tuesday, October 19, 2004, 5:30 PM.

17 Adjournment- Mr. Bouzianis made a motion to adjourn at 7:30PM. Seconded by Mike Grant. All members in favor.

Respectfully submitted,

Steve Kossakoski