Michael J. Buswell

The subcommittee will discuss the Fall Panel Event.

The Policy Subcommittee will discuss Section F: Facilities Development and review policies KE -- Public Complaints and ACAB -- Sexual Harassment.

The meeting covered various topics including building updates for Oakmont and Westminster, budget discussions, technology updates, legal matters, MCAS results, a district visioning event, building use fees, an extra-curricular activity fee policy, and a motion to rescind a previous motion regarding gate receipts. Specific building updates included gym footing installation, lead paint removal, and roofing contract discussions at Oakmont. Westminster updates included playground completion and phase II demolition. Budget discussions included updates on the FY03 budget process. Technology updates included software installation and the need to revise the Acceptable Use Policy. Legal updates included discussions on teacher contracts, municipal representation in collective bargaining meetings, and nursing services. MCAS results were reviewed, showing excellent results at Oakmont. The building use fee policy was discussed, along with an extra-curricular activity fee policy. A motion to rescind a previous motion regarding the use of gate receipts was also discussed. Finally, resolutions for the MASC Conference were reviewed.

The meeting included a tour of Meetinghouse School/Westminster Elementary, a request for support in reimbursing co-curricular and athletic fees, and an introduction of the Best Buddies program. Reports covered budget planning, the NEASC committee's positive exit interview, changes to an assistant principal's job description, and the superintendent's performance goals. Discussions included the formation of a principal search committee, winter athletic fees, MASC/MASS band participant recognition, a financial update, lighting for Hurd Athletic Field, an educational plan timeline revision, and policy adoptions. Future discussion topics included Senate Bill 2463 and adult education information.

The meeting covered various topics, including a litigation update, the approval of the school doctor contract, and reports from the Superintendent on school reopening, upcoming events, and staff updates. Discussions included the Special Education audit, the 2005-2006 Professional Development Plan, a Connect-Ed presentation, a Coordinated Program Review, and the formation of a Building Use and Needs Study Subcommittee for John R. Briggs Elementary School. The committee also addressed personnel matters, policies (Home School Policy, School Committee Member Compensation and Expense Policy, New School Committee Member Orientation Policy), allocation of funds for temporary classrooms, declaration of surplus math textbooks, sports fees, a financial update, and the dedication of Oakmont facilities. Finally, the installation of new computers at OMS was noted.