William O'Connell

The agenda includes recognition of community members, administrative reports from the Superintendent and the Budget Subcommittee, and discussions on stabilization transfers, user fees, and telecommunications. Additionally, the committee will conduct a Superintendent evaluation, appoint an Interim Director of Student Services, and process general ledger warrants.

The committee meeting included the recognition of student academic and athletic achievements, specifically for the National Honor Society and various end-of-year award ceremonies. Other key topics included a detailed health services report, a presentation by the student advisory council on recent robotics accomplishments, senior and junior prom details, and an annual teacher appreciation initiative. The meeting concluded with formal recognition and well-wishes for graduating members of the student advisory council.

The meeting included discussions on the Bridging L.I.V.E.S. organization coalition and the approval of a survey for middle school students regarding substance use. Updates were provided on emergency reporting software for safety and security. The Budget Subcommittee reported on facility projects including high school and middle school HVAC repairs, the discontinuation of Excel tuition fees, setting pay scales for long-term substitutes, and various budgetary housekeeping transfers and equipment purchases. Additionally, an update was provided on the GMES School Building Project, a review of school breakfast program participation, a personnel report detailing appointments and resignations, and the formal acceptance of gifts and grants.

The committee meeting covered a wide range of topics, including recognition of student achievements and awards, a student council report on fundraising and upcoming school events, and a transportation report regarding the discontinuation of the Pay to Ride program. Members of the public provided comments on music program funding, transportation changes, communication improvements, and medical protocols for injured students. Additional reports were delivered concerning the joint town council meeting, budget subcommittee warrants, policy amendments, and the GMES school building project. The superintendent presented the preliminary FY19 school budget, and the committee also addressed policy updates regarding harassment and future meeting scheduling.

The committee meeting agenda includes a discussion on the progress made regarding the Student Success Plan and a vote on the Superintendent's key actions, benchmarks, and evidence for the upcoming school year. Additional agenda items include the selection of the next meeting date and an opportunity for public comment.