2011-11-16BEVERLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Beverly City Hall
Beverly, Massachusetts
A regular meeting of the Beverly School Committee was held on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 in Council
Chambers at City Hall, Beverly, MA.
Members Present: Annemarie Cesa, Maria Decker, Karen Fogarty, David Manzi, Kris Silverstein, Paul
Manzo and Mayor Scanlon
Also in Attendance: Superintendent Dr. Marie Galinski, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Maryellen
Duffy, Director of Finance and Operations Jean Sherburne, Administrative
Assistant to the School Committee Donna Bergeron, BHS Principal Sean
Gallagher, BHS Educator Doug Guy, Briscoe Middle School Principal Matthew
Poska and Assistant Principals Amy Gerade and Terry Conant.
Call to Order: Ms. Cesa called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
Pledge of Allegiance: Ms. Fogarty led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA
Recognition of Students, Employees and Community Members
The following students were recognized the achieving perfect scores on the 2011 MCAS test.
Beverly High School - Grade 10
Gabriel Buchsbaum — Math Mackenzie Gotsch — Math
Samuel Johnson — Math
Briscoe Middle School
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Jane Healy — ELA
Ryan Scoglio — Math
Marita Smallman — ELA
Kristin Doucette — Math
Garbriela Rushi — ELA
Grade 7
Andrea MacLeod — Math
Melissa Lubas — Math
Olivia Huth — Math
Grade 8
Kayleigh Boucher — ELA
Sydney Maciak — ELA, Math
Renee Pelletier — Math
Samuel Schale — Math
Sarah VanNess — Math
Campbell Wood — Math
Calvin Reed — Math
Open Forum for Citizen Input into Non - Agenda- Related Items
None
Open Forum for Citizen Concerns or Citizen Input into Agenda- Related Items
None
Approval of Meeting Records
A motion was made by Maria Decker to approve the minutes from the October 12, 2011 Regular School
Committee meeting. The motion was seconded by Kris Silverstein and approved by a vote of 7 -0.
A motion was made by Maria Decker to approve the minutes from the October 26, 2011 Committee of
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the Whole School Committee meeting. The motion was seconded by David Manzi but no vote was taken
as Ms. Fogarty asked that the discussion regarding submission of a Statement of Interest for renovation of
the middle school be edited to include a more detailed account of the conversation.
A motion was made by Maria Decker to approve the minutes from the November 2, 2011 Committee of
the Whole meeting. The motion was seconded by Paul Manzo and approved by a vote of 7 -0.
Report from Student Representative to the School Committee
Student Representative Ian McHugh reported that the BMPAA is holding a Celebrity Bartending
fundraiser at the Mandrake Restaurant on December 7, 2011, with all tips from this adult event will go to
the Beverly Music Department. On Wednesday 11/23/2011 Cafe Salerno will host the second annual
Thanksgiving Day Breakfast, with tickets at $10. Preparation and practices for the high school play
"Candide" are going smoothly. Performances are scheduled for December 1 -4, 2011.
Communications from Committee Members
• All members reported receiving constituent calls regarding the Facilities Study Group report and a
proposed middle school grade 5 — 8 reconfiguration.
• David Manzi attended and was a judge at the Ayers Ryal Side School Halloween contest. He wished the
BHS football coaches and team good luck at the Thanksgiving Day game.
• Paul Manzo reported on recent PTO meetings at the Cove, Centerville, and Beverly High schools.
• Kris Silverstein commented on the great success of the Fall Frolic. She reminded all of an upcoming
Briscoe fundraiser at Fudruckers, and reported on a recent Health Advisory meeting and the annual
MASC /MASS Convention.
• Karen Fogarty attended a recent Hannah PTO meeting where they addressed concerns related to the
facilities study group report. Ms. Fogarty extended her "congratulations" to the Briscoe Middle School
cross country teams, where the boys group placed 1 St in the NEC while the girls finished 2nd
• Maria Decker received communications on the district Everyday Math program, district surveys and
grade 3 enrollment at Centerville. Maria attended recent Homecoming programs, the Centerville PTO
Clickers presentation and a bullying prevention program.
• Mayor Scanlon attended both Briscoe and North Beverly Veteran's Day programs. He stated that the
high school project is coming to completion and the parking area fencing will be removed within the
next couple of weeks.
Report from the Superintendent
1. Overnight Field Trip — Briscoe Middle School — Grade 8
Assistant Principal Amy Gerade requested approval of the Briscoe Middle School Grade 8 New York
City overnight field trip, projected to take place on June 7 -8, 2012.
Following discussion and questions from the committee, a motion was made by Maria Decker to approve
the overnight field trip to New York on June 7 -8, 2012. The motion was seconded by Paul Manzo and
approved 7 -0.
2. Overnight Field Trip — Briscoe Middle School —Grade 6
Assistant Principal Terry Conant requested approval of the Briscoe Middle School Grade 6 trip to
Nature's Classroom projected to take place on April 9-13, 2012 (White &Gold teams) and May 7 -11,
2012 (Blue team). Mr. Conant reported that all three groups would be going to the same location this
year in Charlton, MA.
Following discussion and questions from the committee, a motion was made by Maria Decker to approve
the Grade 6 overnight field trip to Nature's Classroom on April 9 -13, 2012 and May 7 -11, 2012. The
motion was seconded by David Manzi and approved by a vote of 7 -0.
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3. Overnight Field Trip — Beverly High School — Germany
BHS Foreign Language educator Doug Guy requested approval of the Beverly High School exchange trip
to Bargteheide, Germany projected to take place on June 4 -June 28, 2012. Mr. Guy reported an increase
in the cost due to airfare from $1200 to $1600 and that he currently has six students who have expressed
an interest in going.
Following discussion and questions from the committee, a motion was made by Paul Manzo to approve
the overnight BHS exchange trip to Bargteheide, Germany on June 4 through June 28, 2012. The motion
was seconded by Karen Fogarty and approved by a vote of 7 -0.
4. Grants for 2011 -2012
Dr. Duffy requested School Committee approval of the attached list of 2011 -2012 grants to the Beverly
Public Schools.
A motion was made by David Manzi to approve the 2011 -2012 grants awarded to the Beverly Public
Schools. The motion was seconded by Paul Manzo and approved by a vote of 7 -0.
5. November 8th Professional Day
Dr. Duffy reported that the October 8 th professional day went very well. A detailed schedule of program
offerings was distributed to committee members prior to the meeting.
6. Fall Athletic Participation
Dr. Galinski provided the committee with a summary of BHS Fall 2011 student athletic participation
rates. She reported that Athletic Director James Coffey is currently conducting a survey of parents and
students regarding fall athletic programs, which is currently available at the BHS website.
Report from School Committee President Annemarie Cesa
MASC /MASS conference update
Assistant Superintendent Dr. Duffy and School Committee members Kris Silverstein, Paul Manzo and Maria Decker
provided a summary of the recent MASC /MASS Conference. Participants attended many workshops, including some
detailing changes to the open meeting law and collective bargaining strategies. Members learned effective means of
budget presentation and spoke with numerous vendors.
Approval of a Representative to the North Shore Regional Vocational Committee
Ms. Cesa requested approval of Dean Porteous to the North Shore Regional Vocational Committee. Our current
representative, Mr. Porteous' term will expire on January 12, 2012.
A motion was made by Mayor Scanlon to approve the re- appointment of Dean Porteous as Beverly's Representative
to the North Shore Vocational School District. The motion was seconded by Kris Silverstein and approved 7 -0.
Committee Reports
Standing Committee on Finance & Facilities (Paul Manzo, Chairperson)
Mr. Manzo reported that the Finance and Facilities Committee met twice, on October 19, 2011 and
November 16, 2011, since the last regular meeting. At both meetings they received detailed buildings and
grounds reports from Director of School Division Tim Howland, which included an extensive summary
of work performed in the district, including repairs related to recent flood damage. Athletic Director
James Coffey addressed the committee to request two new assistant coaching positions and
Transportation Director Bill Burke delivered a review of district transportation services. The committee
also reviewed the revenues and expense reports for the past two months.
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Upon the recommendation of the Standing Committee on Finance and Facilities a motion was made by
Paul Manzo to approve two stipends to support increased enrollment in the High School swimming and
wrestling programs. The stipends are not to exceed $1600 per sport and are to be taken from the Athletics
Fees revolving account. The motion was seconded by Maria Decker and approved 7 -0.
The Standing Committee on Finance & Facilities recommends the attached policy regarding "Restricted
Use of Tax Identification /Exemption Number" (Section D: Fiscal Management # 13) for a first reading.
The second reading will take place at our December 14, 2011 meeting and will require a formal (2/3) vote
of approval by the School Committee.
The Standing Committee on Finance & Facilities recommends the attached policy regarding "Student
Transportation Services" (Section E: Support Services #7) for a first reading. The second reading will
take place at our December 14, 2011 meeting and will require a formal (2/3) vote of approval by the
School Committee.
The Standing Committee on Finance & Facilities recommends the attached policy regarding "Community
Use of School Facilities" (Section K: Community Relations #7) for a first reading. The second reading
will take place at our December 14, 2011 meeting and will require a formal (2/3) vote of approval by the
School Committee.
Upon the recommendation of the Standing Committee on Finance and Facilities a motion was made by
Paul Manzo to approve the attached policy regarding "School Safety Drills" (Section E: Support Services
# 1) . The motion was seconded by Maria Decker and approved by a vote of 7 -0.
Upon the recommendation of the Standing Committee on Finance and Facilities a motion was made by
Paul Manzo to approve the attached policy regarding `Building Security (Section E: Support Services
#3). The motion was seconded by Kris Silverstein and approved by a vote of 7 -0.
Upon the recommendation of the Standing Committee on Finance and Facilities a motion was made by
Paul Manzo to approve the attached policy regarding "Visitors to Schools" (Section K: Community
Resources #4). The motion was seconded by Maria Decker and approved by a vote of 7 -0.
Standing Committee on Curriculum, Instruction, and Student Life (Maria Decker, Chairperson)
Maria Decker reported the Curriculum, Instruction and Student Life committee last met on November 2,
2011 at which time they welcomed the new Briscoe Middle School student representative, Eli Silverstein.
The committee reviewed the revised 2011 -2012 calendar as well as the draft calendar for 2012 -2013. The
committee discussed beginning the 2012 -2013 school year prior to Labor Day which would require a
teacher /union approval. A Connect -Ed Utilization report was delivered by Dr. Duffy as well as a review
of the Social Networking policy.
The Curriculum, Instruction and Student Life Committee next meeting is Wednesday, November 3 0 th at
6:30 p.m.
The Standing Committee on Curriculum, Instruction, & Student Life recommends the attached policy
regarding "Social Networking Policy of the Beverly Public Schools" (Section G: Personnel # 15) for a
first reading. The second reading will take place at our December meeting and will require a formal (2/3)
vote of approval by the School Committee.
Upon the recommendations of the Standing Committee on Curriculum, Instruction & Student Life a
motion was made by Maria Decker to approve the attached revised 2011 -2012 District Calendar. The
motion was seconded by Karen Fogarty and approved by a vote of 7 -0.
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Negotiations Subcommittee (Karen Fogarty, Chairperson)
Upon the recommendation of the Standing Committee on Negotiations a motion was made by Karen
Fogarty to approve the attached policy regarding "Recruitment and Selection of Professional Personnel"
(Section G: Personnel #11). The motion was seconded by David Manzi and approve by a vote of 7 -0.
Policy Review Subcommittee (David Manzi, Chairperson
Mr. Manzi reported no meetings scheduled at this time.
New Business
Maria Decker reported that the district wide information flyer was included in recent water /sewer bills.
The Curriculum, Instruction & Student Life Committee and Finance and Facilities Committee are accepting
applications for Citizen Representatives. Additional information is located on the district web site; responses should
be submitted to the office of the Superintendent no later than December 7, 2011.
Beverly High School was chosen 1 out of 16 to participate in the WGBH High School Quiz show and they were also
recognized by the College Board recently.
Opportunity for Questions from the Press
None
Maria Decker made a motion to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Kris Silverstein and approved by a
vote of 7 -0. The meeting adjourned at 8:57 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Paul Manzo, Secretary
Beverly Public School Committee