2002-06-12BEVERLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BEVERLY, MASSACHUSETTS
June 12, 2002
A regular meeting of the Beverly School Committee was held on Wednesday, June 12, 2002,
at the City Council Chambers, Beverly City Hall, Beverly, MA.
Members Present: Ms. Brusil, Mayor Crean, Ms. Cronin,
Ms. Norris, Mr.Tallo and Ms. Coburn.
Members Absent: Ms. Bell
Also in Attendance: William Lupini, Superintendent of Schools,
James Hayes, Assistant Superintendent, and
Hans Baumhauer, Director of Operations.
President Coburn called the meeting to order at 7:37 PM.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Superintendent Lupini.
RECOGNITION
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Dr. Lupini, Ms. Coburn, and Richard King, Director of Fine Arts, recognized
several BHS students for recent honors and achievements:
-Jacqueline Ashton, BHS representative to Art All-State sponsored by the
Worcester Art Museum.
-BHS Band, Chorus, and String Ensemble for achievements at Spring Music Festivals.
-Band and Chorus officers recognized were: Sara Milaschewski, Chris Goodenough,
Emily Kenney, Max Waldron, Steve Quinlan, Julie O'Bierne, Jillian Prisco, and
Heather Tamillio.
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Ms. Coburn and Dr. Lupini recognized Jeremy Levine for his continuous efforts to
ensure that the community has access to televised School Committee meetings by
volunteering to tape regular meetings.
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Ms. Coburn and Dr. Lupini recognized Elizabeth Mueller, Student Representative to
the School Committee, 2001-2002 school year, for her dedication and participation in
regular meetings.
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Kristen Marescalchi, BHS DECA Advisor, and the following DECA students were
recognized and applauded for receiving awards in state competition, and participating
at the National DECA Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah: Philip Bellott, Danish
Sheikh, Luke Veylsteke, Benjamin Bright, Stephanie Karp, Stephanie Droney and
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Courtney Atherton. Benjamin Bright and Stephanie Droney were second place
winners at the National Conference.
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Caroline Gilligan and Emily Traicoff, Grade 7 students, Memorial Middle School, were
honored for being among the eight runners-up in the Massachusetts Credit Union
League student essay contest. They received a $100 United States Savings Bond, a
certificate, and were invited to attend an awards ceremony at the State House in Boston.
Judy Miller and Alice Williams were recognized for their continued work which
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recently led to the Beverly Public Schools Technology Forum, held at Beverly High
School on May 16, 2002.
The Committee recessed at 7:57 PM.
The Committee reconvened at 8:06 PM.
COMMENTS FROM ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN
Ed Rozmiarek, Administrative Intern, thanked Superintendent Lupini and the School
Committee for their support and the opportunity to participate in this program during the
past school year. Mr. Rozmiarek worked with numerous administrators at many schools
in the district, performing various duties and responsibilities.
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE REPORT
Liz Mueller noted student activities conducted at Beverly High School the past month
including guest speaker, Jill Stein, Student Council work on scholarships, and meetings
of the Student Senate and Faculty. Jeremy Levine thanked the administration and staff
for a fabulous Senior Week at BHS.
COMMUNICATIONS
Members acknowledged receipt of communications regarding the school budget (support of
funding) and comments on user fees. They voiced compliments to Dr. Lupini, Dr. Hayes, and
Hans Baumhauer for the tremendous Power Point presentation detailing the proposed budget.
Words of appreciation were echoed for the memorable closing ceremony at the Edwards
School and, in particular, special thanks were given to Principal Karla Pressman.
RECORDS OF MEETINGS
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It was moved by Ms. Cronin and seconded to approve the records of the regular
meeting held May 8, 2002, as presented. Unanimously voted.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Budget Transfers
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Upon the recommendation of the Standing Committee on Finance and Facilities, it was
moved by Ms. Norris and seconded to approve the budget transfers, as presented.
Unanimously voted.
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Upon the recommendation of the Standing Committee on Finance and Facilities, it was
moved by Ms. Norris and seconded to approve allowing the School Business Manager
and/or Director of Operations to make any budget transfer necessary at fiscal year-end
to balance out accounts. The Administration will report to the School Committee
regarding these transfers at the August meeting. Unanimously voted.
Wiring of Senior Center for Cable
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Upon the recommendation of the Administration, it was moved by Ms. Norris and
seconded to designate the Beverly Senior Center for wiring a live cable feed, part of
the agreement with AT&T, permitting both City Council and School Committee, as
well as other city and community organizations, access to both facilities for meetings
and community events. This action is contingent on receipt of a letter of
understanding from the Council on Aging detailing availability of the Center.
Unanimously voted.
Fall Meeting Schedule
The Fall meeting schedule will be revised to include meetings of the Secondary Facilities
Committee and will reflect rescheduled Finance and Facilities meetings to coordinate with
City Council meetings. A revised schedule will be presented for consideration at the next
meeting.
Superintendent's Vacation Time
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It was moved by Mr. Tallo and seconded to approve a request from Dr. Lupini to carry
seventeen (17) vacation days to the 2002-2003 fiscal year. Unanimously voted.
Approval of Records of Executive Sessions
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It was moved by Ms. Brusil and seconded to approve the records of the Executive
Sessions held September 10, 2001, September 24, 2001, October 1, 2001, October 9,
2001, and November 19, 2001, as presented. So voted, with three abstentions.
(Mr. Tallo, Mrs. Cronin, and Mayor Crean, as they were not members of the School
Committee in 2001.)
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It was moved by Ms. Brusil and seconded to approve the records of the Executive
Sessions held February 13, 2002 and March 13, 2002, as presented. So voted.
COMMITTEE REPORTS AND UPDATE ON SCHOOL COMMITTEE GOALS
Secondary Facilities
Mr. Tallo reported on the results of a meeting held with NEASC (New England
Association of Schools and Colleges). The next meeting will be held Wednesday, June
26, 2002, at 7:00 PM in the School Committee Room, Briscoe Middle School.
School Committee Goal I - Develop Plan to Improve Beverly High School Facility
No further report.
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Standing Committee on Curriculum, Instruction and Student Life
Ms. Norris announced the next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, 2002,
at 7:00 PM in the School Committee Room, Briscoe Middle School.
School Committee Goal II - Promote Beverly High School
No further report.
Standing Committee on Finance and Facilities
Ms. Cronin reported on the meeting held May 28, 2002. Discussion was held on user
fees, and five policies were considered for a First Reading. Ms. Cronin commended the
Mayor and staff at City Hall for their cooperative efforts in working with the School
Committee, Superintendent, and School Administration to address the budget shortfall.
The next meeting will be held June 26, 2002, immediately following the Secondary
Facilities Meeting, in the School Committee Room, Briscoe Middle School.
School Committee Goal V - Update District Policy Manual
Ms. Cronin stated the update and review of policies in ongoing.
Subcommittee on Negotiations
No further report.
School Committee Goal IV - Review Process and Documentation for Superintendent's
Evaluation
Superintendent Lupini stated the committee is working to update the evaluation document.
School Committee Goal III - Develop a Strategic Plan for the Beverly Public Schools
Dr. Lupini will secure a strategic plan sample document from Danvers.
President Coburn declared the meeting adjourned at 9:27 PM.
Janet Norris
Secretary