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Fairfax Board of School Directors
Monday, November 12, 2007
Regular Meeting at 6:30pm
Fairfax Community Library
Present: Chairperson Peg Stewart, Jeff Loller, Angela Baker, Glenn McNall, Greg Beeman, Clara Pedley, Adam Benay, Armando Vilaseca, Scott Lang, Thomas Walsh, Lisa Delorme
Public: Gary Gilbert, Robin Freeman, Jennifer Skerrett, Emily Wills, Jerry Bailey, Lisa Griswold, Karen Seaman, Peter Moss, Christel Michaud, Elaine Stone Carpenter, Colleen Steen, Andrea Elledge, Betty Poulin, Randy Mead, Nancy Mead, Katrina Antonovich, Joan Kirkendoll, Karen Hebert, R. Hill
1. Call to Order - Peg Stewart called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM.
2. Consent Agenda - Greg Beeman motioned to approve the consent agenda. Jeff Loller seconded. Unanimously approved.
Minutes
- Regular Meeting: October 8, 2007
- Special Meeting: October 29, 2007
Approval of an extended maternity leave for Genevieve Lepeltier
3. New Business
a. Student Led Conferences – Lisa Griswold, Jerry Bailey, Emily Wills and Jennifer Skerrett were present to tell the Board about the student-led conferences that they have been conducting in the entire middle school. Two years ago it was piloted in the 8th grade and last year it was piloted in grades 6, 7 & 8 and proved to be a great success. The team presented the history, process, benefits and some of the feedback of these conferences. Tom mentioned how they are looking to find a way the Unified Arts team can make the connection with parents also.
- Public Comment
Robin Freeman commented on what he felt were inappropriate actions by the Chair. These actions were publicized in the papers and he questioned the credibility of the entire Board as a result of these actions. He expressed disappointment in the Board not taking quick actions to address the public on the situation. Peg Stewart responded to his comments. Angela Baker also responded that the Board did take steps to respond to the situation by providing a Community Dinner for the elementary families.
Karen Seaman commented regarding Mr. Fishers actions of letting students ride in the driver’s seat being inappropriate.
Christel Michaud requested that school bus conduct and safety be brought forth and looked at during the next meeting. Peg responded to submit comments in writing to the principal.
5. Public Forum for Budget Input – The Board took input and answered questions from the public regarding the 2008/2009 budget and the surplus.
- New Business
b. Public Access TV Presentation – Paul Legassey was present to discuss the possibility of having the School Board pass a measure to have written support that they would prefer to have St. Albans Public Access TV over Colchester if Comcast ever provides this availability to Fairfax. The Fairfax Selectboard has given their support for the town and he is looking for the school’s support also. The Board requested more information to look over.
- Other – Armando requested to leave time in the December 10th meeting for a Youth Risk Behavior Survey update.
- Policies
a. Use of School Facilities Policy
Action: Jeff Loller motioned to accept the Use of School Facilities Policy. Greg Beeman seconded. Passed unanimously.
b. Aids/HIV Policy – The nurses have reviewed this policy and there are no changes to be made.
c. Drug, Alcohol, & Substance Abuse Policy – This policy will be brought back with some changes and additions.
- Executive Session
The Board entered Executive Session at 9:10PM.
Exited Executive Session at 9:20PM.
No action was taken.
Respectfully submitted,
Julie Filiberti
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