June 5, 2013 at 7:00 PM - Regular Board of Education Meeting

Rationale:  Members of the Killingly community are encouraged to share their thoughts with the Board of Education and are invited to do so during this segment of the meeting. When appropriate to do so, members of the Board and the administration may respond to comments. However, in consideration of those in attendance and in an effort to proceed in a timely manner, follow-up discussion may need to take place outside of the meeting setting.

Rationale:  Thomas Berube, a kindergarten student at KMS and son of  Karen and Charles Berube.  Thomas attended preschool @ Goodyear and now attends KMS.
While at GECC he submitted a picture to the statewide 2013 Long Island Sound Watershed Drawing Contest, sponsored by the The Long Island Sound Foundation whose mission is  dedicated to the preservation of Long Island Sound.   Thomas's drawing was given Honorable Mention.  Lynda Fosco would like to say a few words about Thomas also.

Rationale:  Kyle Ouilette is being recognized for his Troop 25 Eagle Scout project at KIS. Kyle is a KHS student who refurbished  the Outside Classroom at KIS as his Eagle Scout Project.
Kyle was responsible for identifying funding for resources, collaborating with school and Town officials, recruiting volunteers, and organizing the project. The craftsmanship of his project is outstanding and we are confident his work will enhance the education of many students. Kyle's efforts are greatly appreciated by the KIS community. .

We would like to thank Kyle, Troop 25 and financial supporters for considering KIS as a worthy project.

Rationale: 
This will be the final meeting for Joshua Hayes and Riley Donlon . We want to thank them for their service and wish them well in their future endeavors.

Rationale:  The district employs a number of staff who are not union members. They include several categories such as BASP staff, SCORE staff, and several singleton positions. All have salaries and terms and conditions of employment.  Historically, the Board has approved salary increases consistent with negotiated settlements. A salary recommendation will be made for the Board approval.

Rationale:  After the search process involving teachers, staff, administrators, and board members, I recommend that the Board appoint Steve Wheelelr as Principal of Killingly Memorial  School.

Rationale:  According to state and federal regulations, food service management company contracts can  be entered into for one year.  After the initial contract, they are eligible for four one-year renewals, which then must be submitted for CSDE approval.  Attached is the original 2011 contract with Whitsons, and the amendment to extend the contract with a modest cost of living adjustment of 2.3%.  Last year it was 2.9%  It is recommended that the Board approve the amendment for the 2013-14 year.