Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Jun 12, 2012

Vision Statement

The Franklin Public Schools will foster within its students the knowledge and skills to find and achieve satisfaction in life as productive global citizens.

Mission Statement

The Franklin Public Schools, in collaboration with the community, will cultivate each student's intellectual, social, emotional and physical potential through rigorous academic inquiry and informed problem solving skills within a safe, nurturing and respectful environment.

"The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law."

1. Routine Business
Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the May 22, 2012 School Committee Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mrs. McIntyre
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence: Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman

2. Guests/Presentations
a. FPS Retirees
b. Annie Sullivan Middle School Update
c. FHS Update

3. Discussion Only Items
Addition of member district to Accept Educational Collaborative
Food Service

4. Action Items
a. I recommend admission of the Needham Public Schools and the Lincoln-Sudbury Regional School District to the Accept Educational Collaborative as discussed.
b. I recommend acceptance of a check for $100.00 from the Evergreen Center for in-house enrichment at the Franklin High School.
c. I recommend acceptance of a check for $125.00 from the JF Kennedy PCC for field trips as detailed.
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $400.00 from the JF Kennedy PCC for field trips as detailed.
e. I recommend acceptance of a check for $2500.00 from the Family of Fernardo P. Baglioni for a FHS scholarship.
f. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1000.00 from the Franklin Country Club for a FHS scholarship.
g. I recommend acceptance of a check for $250.00 from Kathleen &; Maura Schaeffer for a FHS scholarship.
h. I recommend acceptance of a check for $500.00 from the Hockomock Y for in-house enrichment as detailed.
i. I recommend an increase in the school lunch prices as follows: Elementary increase $0.10; Middle/High School increase $0.05 as discussed.
j. I recommend acceptance of the donation of a snare drum and xylophone valued at approximately $300.00 from Dean Winslow for the FPS music program.
k. I recommend approval of the request of Mr. Sidwell for the Girl’s Track team to travel to Saco, Maine on Saturday 6/9/12 for the All-State Meet.

5. Information Matters
Superintendent’s Report
School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
School Committee Liaison Reports

6. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.

7. Executive Session
Contractual Negotiations

8. Adjourn