Mariah B. Curtis

The meeting commenced with public comment regarding the absence of the tax impact statement on the town ballot for SAU warrant articles, leading to a discussion referencing prior interactions and legal advice concerning this matter. Another public comment introduced the newly registered nonprofit, Friends of Hampton New Hampshire Schools, detailing its mission to enhance student academics, arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities, including initial support for a DC trip for financially disadvantaged students. Board member updates covered curriculum highlights, such as the use of Delta Math and 3D printing technology, and extensive professional development undertaken by staff on topics ranging from instructional differentiation to critical safety protocols. Updates also covered ongoing events, including food drives, playground equipment considerations, the completion timeline for an HVAC project, the success of the Halloween parade and Veterans Day assembly, and upcoming parent-teacher conferences and the holiday parade participation.

The meeting commenced with the pledge of allegiance. Board updates covered changes to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) process, professional development activities including 504 training, AI tool reviews, multi-tiered system of support, and the upcoming teacher effectiveness plan committee review. Updates also highlighted successful community engagement through a holiday parade and tree lighting. Center School reported on significant student progress in math and ELA interventions, upcoming first-grade winter concerts, staff work on the Everyday Math program, a successful food drive, and parent-teacher conferences. Furthermore, the ongoing need for a supervisor for the K-12 sports recreation program was noted. The Washington DC trip planning is underway with final numbers due soon, alongside fundraising efforts for student and nurse support. A detailed overview of the mental health protocol was provided, including Columbine screener results and procedures involving the 988 hotline. Middle School updates included praise for the band concert, the success of the Scholastic Book Fair, and a field trip involving experiential learning in culinary arts. Parent-teacher conferences were noted as having an overwhelming turnout. The Athletics department is now organizing schedules on the website. Community service efforts by the Interact Club and the success of the recent school dance were also shared. Finally, the 3D printing initiatives for sixth and eighth graders, involving boat races and laser engraving photography, were detailed.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance. Board member updates included discussions on changes to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) process, updates on ongoing staff professional development such as 504 training, AI tool reviews, and work on the multi-tiered system of support. Updates also covered community events like the holiday parade and tree lighting. Center School reported on student progress in math and ELA due to research-based instruction, announced first-grade winter concerts, and detailed successful food drives and parent-teacher conferences. A concern regarding the non-operation of the K-12 sports recreation program due to a supervisor vacancy was raised. The Assistant Superintendent presented a detailed report on the Washington D.C. trip logistics, including student numbers and financial needs, especially concerning nurse coverage. A significant portion of the report focused on the mental health protocol, detailing the use of Columbia screeners, the requirement to contact 988 for high-risk students during the trip, and parental pick-up requirements. Other discussions included successful band concerts, a Scholastic Book Fair, an experiential learning field trip for culinary arts students, and highly inclusive school dances. The Technology Director shared updates on 3D printing activities, including student-designed boats, mazes, and custom chess pieces utilizing a new multi-extruder printer and laser engraving capabilities.

The Hampton School District's strategic plan for 2025-2026 aims to develop responsible and respectful global citizens by inspiring lifelong success through engaging opportunities. The plan is structured around key pillars: enhancing communication with all stakeholders, ensuring a clean, healthy, physically, and socially emotionally safe learning environment, and fostering professional practice in curriculum, instruction, and assessment. It includes specific goals for Centre School (PreK-2), Marston School (Grades 3-5), and Hampton Academy (Grades 6-8), focusing on improving student performance, maintaining positive school climates, and aligning curriculum. The district operates under values of excellence in education, equity, trust, safety, collaboration, and fiscal responsibility.

The meeting included public comments on the tax impact statement not being on the town ballot. The board discussed school board member updates, including PTA looking at new playground equipment and HVAC project completion at Center School. Curriculum updates included the use of Delta Math at Hampton Academy, computer design software, 3D printing technology, and social studies projects in grade six. Professional development for staff was emphasized, covering topics such as differentiating instruction, virtual series, cyber security, food allergies, suicide prevention, and bullying. The PTA announced a food drive and the Interact Club is seeking volunteers for a community food pantry shop. The recreation department reminded everyone of the tree lighting event at Founders Park. Center School recapped events from October, including an anti-bullying presentation, zones of regulation kickoff, Halloween parade, and Veterans Day assembly. Marston School discussed their Lendan food drive and participation in the holiday parade.