Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - 1/25/11

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 January 11, 2011 School Committee Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Glynn
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence:

2. Guests/Presentations

a. Educational Support Professionals Contract Signing
b. Best Buddies – Sue & Art Streeter and Mark Berthiaume
c. Honoring FHS Coaches – Brad Sidwell
d. Space Needs Report – Space Needs Sub Committee

3. Discussion Only Items

2011-2012 School Calendar
2012-2013 School Calendar

Policy – Second Reading
1. BEDA - Notification of School Committee Meetings

4. Action Items


a. I recommend acceptance of a check for $500.00 from Harvard Pilgrim Health Care for Annie Sullivan Middle School in-house enrichment and supplies.
b. I recommend approval of the recurring field trip to Roger Williams Zoo in Providence, RI on May 6, 2011 for Keller fifth graders as detailed.
c. I recommend acceptance of the annual donation of check for $50.00 from Lueder’s Environmental, Inc. for the FHS for field trips.
d. I recommend adoption of the 2011-2012 School Calendar as detailed.
e. I recommend adoption of the 2012-2013 School Calendar as detailed.
f. I recommend adoption of the School Committee Policy BEDA – notification of School Committee Meetings.
g. I recommend acceptance of a check for $500.00 from the JFK PCC for field trips.
h. I recommend approval of the budget transfers as detailed.
i. I recommend approval of the Educational Support Professionals Contract as detailed.

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


Franklin, MA