November 25, 2013 at 7:00 PM - BOE Meeting Template
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1. Ann Logan, Somers Town Clerk, will swear in new members of the Board of Education before the November 25, 2013 Board of Education Meeting.
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2. CALL TO ORDER
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3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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4. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Rationale:
Dr. Suffredini will open the floor for nominations for Chairman, Vice Chairman, and remaining open positions on the Board of Education.
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5. Recognition of Service:
Barbara Capuano
Marc Cicciarella
Robert Schmidt
Rationale:
In appreciation for their dedication and service as members of the Somers Board of Education.
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6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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7. AUDIENCE TO CITIZENS/STAFF/STUDENTS
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7.1. Guidance Annual Report/Alternative Education Report
Rationale:
A brief annual report will be given regarding the Guidance Department and Alternative Education Program at Somers High School.
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8. CORRESPONDENCE
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9. OPPORTUNITY TO ADD/DELETE AGENDA ITEMS
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10. CONSENT AGENDA
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10.1. Approval of Bills
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11. NEW BUSINESS
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11.1. Approval of Electives/Curriculum Course Changes
Rationale:
The approval of electives and curriculum changes will be presented by Ms. Pezza. She will be available to answer any questions Board members may have.
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11.2. SHS Field Trip Request to Washington, D.C.
Rationale:
Approval for annual trip to Washington, D.C. (May 23-25, 2014) to tour and expierence history through the sites and museums. This trip is in conjunction with the AP History Curriculum and is requested by SHS Social Studies Teacher, Philip Goduti.
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11.3. Donation from Somers Athletic Booster Club
Rationale:
A check for $1,800 was donated to Somers Public Schools to help with the purchase of a much needed storage shed at the Somers High School baseball field.
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11.4. Resignation of BOE Recording Secretary
Rationale:
Beth Ann Morhardt, BOE Recording Secretary, has given notification of her resignation effective after the December 2, 2013 Board of Education meeting.
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12. OLD BUSINESS
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13. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
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13.1. Transportation Update
Rationale:
Mr. Boutwell, Director of Business Services will give the board an update on the district's transportation and will answer any questions board members may have.
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13.2. Long Range Plan
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14. COMMITTEE REPORTS
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14.1. Budget
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14.2. Curriculum
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14.3. Policy
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14.4. Salary & Negotiations
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14.5. Planning
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14.6. Other Committees
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15. OTHER
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16. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Discussion of pending federal civil rights lawsuit involving both former student and the parents of such former student. Upon return to open session, the Board may take action related to this case
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17. ADJOURNMENT
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