Board of Education, Stratford Public Schools€¦ · N. Executive Session (Reference BOE Policy # 9322 ) a) Student Discipline b) Superintendent’s Goals for 2018-2019 O. Possible

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Board of Education, Stratford Public Schools 1000 East Broadway / Administration Center, Stratford CT 06615

The Enclosures referred to in the Agenda and video tape of this meeting will be made available for inspection at the district’s website: www.stratfordk12.org and the Administration Center, 1000 East Broadway

MEETING AGENDA / NOTICE

THE STRATFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION WILL CONDUCT ITS REGULAR MEETING ON MONDAY, January 28, 2019 IN THE BOARD ROOM AT THE ADMINISTRATION

CENTER, 1000 East Broadway - STRATFORD, CT AT 7:15 PM.

A. Call to Order (Reference BOE Policy #9325.3) – Board Chair 1. Confirmation of Quorum

B. Opening of Meeting (7:15PM) (Reference BOE Policy 9325.3) – Page 1 1. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.

C. Presentations and Recognitions (Reference BOE Policy #0050(a)(2)) 1. Announcement / Recognition:

a) Principal at Flood Middle School – Greg Grigas b) Assistant Principal at Flood Middle School – Brian Testroet

D. Student Representatives’ Reports (Reference BOE Policy #9160)

1. Student Representatives for 2018-2019 School Year a) Bunnell High School – Holly Rosa b) Stratford High School – Cheree Wright

E. Executive Report (Reference BOE Policy #9132(1)-(d)) 1. Superintendent’s Executive Summary Report – Dr. Robinson

a) Communications, Social Media, Status of Stratford Public Schools, etc. 2. Chief Operating Officer’s Report – Mr. Melnik

a) Financials, Enrollment, Transportation, etc.

F. Public Forum (Reference BOE Policy 1120(a)(1))(Form Attached) – Page 2 During this period, the Board will hear comments and receive petitions from any citizen who has completed and submitted a “Public Speaker Form” at the meeting. Forms must be completed and submitted to Board Recording Clerk prior to the start of meeting. Any single presentation is limited to three (3) minutes. The Board will not hear comment on any individual personnel matter or comments addressed to a specific member(s) of the Board. Decorum will be enforced. Citizens are asked to comment on any voting item at the time the item is under consideration by the Board.

G. Consent Agenda Pages 3-13

Action Required: 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes (Reference BOE Policy #9326) (Pages 3 – 9)

a) Minutes from the December 17, 2018 (regular meeting) 2. Personnel Document (appointments, assignments, reclassifications, separations, etc.) (Pages

10-13)(Reference BOE Policies 9000(B)and9040(9) – Chairmen’s Committee

Received / Posted at Town Clerk’s Office: Date: _________________________________ By:____________________________________

3. Budget Transfers $7500 and over – Finance Committee

H. Items for Action (Reference BOE Policy 9040 and 9132(a)) Pages 14-18

4. Proposed: Personal Finance Online Course – Curriculum Committee (Page 14) 5. Proposed: High School Scheduling - Curriculum Committee

6. Proposed Calendar Draft for 2019-2020 – Chairmen’s Committee (Page 15) 7. Proposed: Approval of Educational Specifications re the following school projects: -

Chairmen’s Committee (Pages 16 – 18) a) Johnson House Elementary – Roof Replacement Project & Specifications

for Roof Replacement project.

8. Proposed: Durham Contract for Student Transportation – Finance Committee (Jan. 28,

2019)

9. Proposed: Agreement between the Stratford Board of Education and the Stratford

Education Association (Covering the period of July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2022). – Negotiations

Committee

I. Tabled Items

a. Scholarship Opportunities for District Student Teachers Minority Teacher Recruitment

b. Middle School Attendance Policy c. Residency Verification

J. Old Business(For Information / Discussion)

10. None.

K. New Business(For Information / Discussion) 11. None.

L. Committee Reports (Reference BOE Policy #9132 (a)-(d))

12. Standing Committees and Special Committees a) Athletic Review Committee – Mr. DeLorenzo

Did not meet. b) School Plant / Planning Committee – Mr. Faggella

Did not meet. c) Finance Committee - Mrs. Lance

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d) Curriculum Committee – Mrs. Buturla. January 11, 2019

e) Chairmen’s Committee (Special Mtg.) – Mrs. Lance, Mr. Lazaro January 24, 2019

13. Other Committee Reports (Reference BOE Policy #9132(c)) a) CABE b) CARE c) CES – Mr. Faggella

Includes Six to Six Magnet School d) Board of Education / Town Liaison Committee

e) Town Building Needs Committee – Mrs. Lance

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f) PTSA– Mrs. DelBene 14. Committee Appointments / Assignments (Reference BOE Policy #9132(c))

There are none.

M. Announcements / Future Business (Reference BOE Policy #9325.3) 15. Upcoming Events (Can be viewed on the District Website Calendar)

a) January 29, 2019 – Kindergarten Parent Meeting (Victoria Soto School) b) February 15, 2019 – Schools & Administration Bldg. CLOSED for Presidents’

Weekend. c) February 18, 2019 – Schools & Administration Bldg. CLOSED for Presidents’

Weekend.

N. Executive Session (Reference BOE Policy # 9322 ) a) Student Discipline b) Superintendent’s Goals for 2018-2019

O. Possible Action to be taken from Executive Session items (Reference BOE Policy # 9132(a) )

P. Adjournment (Reference BOE Policy #9325.3)

The next regular meeting of the Stratford Board of Education is scheduled for February 25, 2019.

Q. Miscellaneous Attachments (For Information Only) Pages 19 - 24 a) Board Goals (2018-2019) (Page 19) b) District Mission Statement & Strategies (Pages 20-21) c) Board Meeting Schedule for 2019 (Pages 22)

d) Financials Report (TBD)

e) 2018-2019 School Calendar & Information (Pages 23-24)

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STRATFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION

Opening Prayer / Invocation:

We beseech you, Almighty God, to bless this meeting of the Board of Education. So guide and rule over our hearts and minds that all our deliberations and decisions may be in accordance with your will, and lead to the advancement and welfare of the community of Strafford whom we serve. Amen.

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Stratford Board of Education

STRATFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION – OFFICIAL MEETING MINUTES

Meeting Date: December 17, 2018

Meeting Location: Stratford High School / Cafeteria

245 King Street – Stratford CT

DRAFT

Recorded By: Teresa Lycoudes/

Secretary to the Board of Education

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1 ATTENDANCE

Name Title Location Present Eric Lazaro Board Chair Y Susan Lance Board Vice Chair Y Maria Buturla Board Secretary N Allison DelBene Board Member Y Bob DeLorenzo Board Member Y Vinny Faggella Board Member Y Karen Rodia Board Member Y Dr. Janet Robinson

Superintendent Central Office Y

Ron Melnik Chief Operating Officer

Central Office Y

Linda Gejda Asst. Superintendent

Central Office Y

Teresa Lycoudes Recorder / Board Secretary

Central Office Y

Jack Dellapiano SAA Representative

SHS Principal Y

Mike Fiorello, Kristin Record, Robin Julian

SEA Representatives

SHS, BHS & VSS - Instructors

Y

Lou Spetrino Videographer Y

2 MEETING LOCATION

• Please visit the website at www.stratfordk12.org to see the meeting video. Building: Stratford High School (Cafeteria) – 245 King St. – Stratford CT 06615

3 MEETING START

Meeting Scheduled to Start: 7:15 PM Actual Start Time: 7:22 PM 4 AGENDA –

• Opening Remarks by Chair – The Board Chair (Eric Lazaro) opened the December 17, 2018 Board of Education meeting (held in the Cafeteria at the new Stratford High School) at 7:22 PM. A Quorum was confirmed. Mr. Lazaro asked everyone to stand and join Board Member, Allison DelBene, in reciting the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.

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• Presentations –the following occurred:

1. Recognition of Eric Conrad (Assistant Principal at Chapel Street Elementary School – Mr. Conrad was recognized by the Board and his peers for being selected as CT Assistant Principal of the Year by CAS (Connecticut Association of Schools). Mr. Conrad was appreciative of being recognized and graciously commended Dr. Robinson, Dr. Gejda and Dr. Armistead on being wonderful mentors.

• Music Entertainment – Provided by the SHS a Cappella group and SHS Jazz Ensemble and Select Choir. Each group performed two pieces.

The meeting recessed at 7:43PM for a Holiday Reception. The meeting resumed at 8:07 PM.

• Student Representatives Report – The Student Representatives to the Board of Education from Bunnell and Stratford High School reported about the events happening at their school.

1. Bunnell High School – Holly Rosa 2. Stratford High School – Cheree Wright

• Superintendent’s Executive Report – Dr. Robinson reported about the following:

• Opening of the new wing of Stratford High School (Nov. 26, 2018).

• A “soft” Open House for the new SHS is scheduled for January 9th 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. SHS students will be on hand to act as tour guides at the Open House.

• Legislative Update – The annual SFCSA (Southern Fairfield County Superintendents Association) Legislative Breakfast took place at CES (Cooperative Educational Services) in Trumbull on December 7, 2018.

• Re-Imagination – Students had the opportunity to talk about how their high school could be reimagined. Stratford students wanted more opportunities for the courses they would like to take.

• Afterschool Care meeting. • Bushnell Center – Teacher of the Year Recognition. Dr.

Robinson attended along with Stratford’s Teacher of the Year, Jenifer Mangiafico.

• Happy Holidays to all.

• Chief Operating Officer’s Report – Mr. Melnik reported about the following items, and provided updates.

• Financials, Enrollment, Transportation, etc. • Happy Holidays to all.

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• Public Participation – There were no public speakers.

• Consent Agenda 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes (Reference BOE Policy #9326)

a) Minutes from the November 26, 2018 (regular meeting) 2. Personnel Document (Staff Assignments) 3. Budget Transfers over $7500 – (There were none) 4. Overnight Trip Requests for – a) Second Hill Lane Nature’s Classroom b) Nichols Elementary Nature’s Classroom 5. Grants Application for 2018-2019 a) Consolidated Grant Title I and Title II b) Title III and Title IV Grant A MOTION WAS MADE BY MR. FAGGELLA/ SECONDED BY MR. DELORENZO to accept the Consent Agenda in its entirety. There was no further discussion. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. (6-0)

• Items for Discussion / Action • Proposed: Policy #5141.21 Administering of Medication

A MOTION WAS MADE BY MRS. RODIA/ SECONDED BY MRS. LANCE IN FAVOR OF ADOPTING POLICY 5141.21. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. (6-0)

• Proposed: Policy #5144.1 Physical Restraint, Seclusion and Exclusionary Time Out A MOTION WAS MADE BY MRS. RODIA / SECONDED BY MRS. LANCE IN FAVOR OF ADOPTING POLICY 5144.1. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. (6-0)

• Proposed: Minority / Multicultural Teacher Recruitment Plan for 2018-2019.

A MOTION WAS MADE BY MRS. RODIA / SECONDED BY MRS. DELBENE IN FAVOR OF ADOPTING THE MINORITY / MULTICULTURAL TEACHER RECRUITMENT PLAN FOR 2018-2019. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. (6-0)

• Proposed: Approvial of Educational Specifications regarding the following school projexts – Chairmen’s Committee (with a favorable recommendation)

1. Eli Whitney – Roof Replacement Project and Specifications for Roof Replacement project.

2. Eli Whitney – Flooring Replacement Project & Specifications for Flooring Replacement Project.

3. Franklin Elementary – Secure Vestibule Project. 4. Wilcoxson Elementary – Secure Vestibule Project.

A MOTION WAS MADE BY MRS. LANCE / SECONDED BY MR. DELORENZO TO APPROVE THE EDUCATIONAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE AFOREMENTIONED PROJECTS. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. (6-0)

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• Tabled Items - • Scholarship Opportunities for District Student Teachers /

Minority Teacher recruitment • Middle School Attendance Policy • Residency Verification

Mr. DeLorenzo made a motion to take the Residency Verification item off the table for discussion. Motion seconded by Mr. Faggella. Mr. DeLorenzo stated that he would like to hear more about the residency process and have Mr. Imbro report to the Board on a monthly or quarterly basis. Dr. Robinson informed Mr. DeLorenzo and the public that residency is established when families register in the district. A lease, mortgage statement, utility bill in their name, etc. is required upon registration. If a suspicion arises, it is brought to the attention of the district residency officer, Mr. Imbro. Upon investigation, if residency cannot be established, a letter will be sent to the family informing the family that the student will be removed and informing them of their right to request a residency hearing before the Board. Dr. Robinson said some residency information will be made available to the Board members in this week’s “pony”. Old Business for Information / Discussion

• There was none.

New Business for Information / Discussion • There was none.

Committee Reports

• Athletic Review – Mr. DeLorenzo informed the gathering that Athletic Review met on November 29, 2018. Both Athletic Directors attended the meeting and reported on their respective schools. Mr. DeLorenzo said a brief conversation was also held centering around the current concerns regarding student vaping, etc.

• School Plant / Planning Committee – Mr. Faggella said he hopes to schedule a meeting in the near future.

• Finance Committee – The Finance Committee met prior to the Board meeting. Mrs. Lance said the Committee discussed the enrollment report and determined that a clearer definition will be made regarding expelled students. She informed the gathering that there was an excess of funds left from the 2017-2018 school year and the Blum Shapiro Auditing Firm will be presenting to the Town Council at the January meeting. She

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added that the Stratford Board of Education will be entering the budget process shortly after the holidays.

• Curriculum Committee – The Curriculum Committee met on

December 11, 2018. Mrs. DelBene reported that a presentation was made on high school scheduling in an effort to accommodate the increase of credits that are required for graduation. The committee is scheduled to meet again on January 8th, 2019.

• Chairmen’s Committee – A special Chairmen’s Committee

meeting took place on December 12, 2018.

Other Committees: A brief report was given on the following committees.

• CABE - There was nothing new to report. • CARE - Mr. DeLorenzo reported that he attended the

December 5th meeting and the committee talked about the Minority / Multicultural Teacher Recruitment and Retention Plan.

• CES – CES did not meet during the month of December due to the holiday season.

• Town / BOE Liaison – The Town / BOE Liaison Committee did not meet during November and will next meet next on December 19, 2018.

• Town Building Needs - Mrs. Lance extended Kudos to Mr. Llewelyn for a great job and to Mr. Dellapiano (Principal) for a great opening of the new wing at Stratford High School (Nov. 26, 2018).

• PTSA – Mrs. DelBene reported the PTSA Council met on November 29, 2018. She said the meeting was well attended. She said that Mr. DeLorenzo and Dr. Robinson also attended and a good conversation took place between administration and the PTSA Council.

Committee Appointments / Assignments – There were no Committee appointments or assignments.

Executive Session –A motion was made by Mrs. Rodia; seconded by Mrs. DelBene to enter Executive Session including all Board members present and Dr. Robinson. The purpose for Executive Session was for the discussion on the Superintendent’s Goals for 2018-2019 and to be updated on pending litigation.

The motion to enter Executive Session carried unanimously and the Board entered Executive Session at 8:45PM.

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The Board exited Executive Session and reconvened in Public Session at 9:17 PM.

ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:18 PM upon a motion made by Mr.

Faggella; seconded by Mrs. Rodia, and carried unanimously. The next regular monthly meeting of the Stratford Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, January 28, 2019. The meeting location is TBD. Upcoming Events (Can be viewed on the District Website Calendar) a) December 21, 2018 – Early Dismissal b) December 24-31, 2018 – The Stratford Public Schools will be closed for winter recess. The Board of

Education will be on a limited schedule. c) January 1, 2019 – The Stratford Public Schools and the Administration Center will be closed in observance of

the New Year’s Day holiday. d) January 2, 2019 – Classes resume and students return to school.

Meeting recorded and minutes transcribed by:

Teresa Lycoudes, Board Secretary & Executive Assistant to the Superintendent

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I. Appointments

A. Administrator

B. Teacher

1. Dorota Dziedzic. Assigned as Reading Teacher at Wooster Middle School. Effective February 19, 2019. Rate: Sixth Year, Step 16, $104,261.00. (Budgeted – Replacement)

2. Audra Miccio. Assigned as Special Education Teacher at Wooster Middle

School. Effective January 7, 2019. Rate: MA, Step 8, $67,680.00. (Budgeted – New)

3. Brian Solomon. Assigned as English Teacher at Bunnell High School.

Effective January 2, 2019. Rate: MA, Step 6, $62,704.00. (Budgeted – Replacement)

C. Secretary

D. Nurse

E. Coach

1. Kelly Balanca. Assigned as Assistant Girls Basketball Coach at Stratford

High School. Effective December 11, 2018. Rate: Step 1, $4,055.00 stipend. (Budgeted – Replacement)

2. Melissa Carroll. Assigned as Head Boys Swim Coach at Bunnell High School. Effective November 26, 2018. Rate: Step 2, $6,020.00 stipend. (Budgeted – Annual Appointment)

3. Abigail Eannotti. Assigned as Assistant Boys Swim Coach at Bunnell High

School. Effective November 26, 2018. Rate: Step 3, $4,917.00 stipend. (Budgeted – Annual Appointment)

4. Caroline Krchnavy. Assigned as Assistant Girls Basketball Coach at Bunnell High School. Effective December 12, 2018. Rate: Step 1, $4,055.00 stipend. (Budgeted – Replacement)

5. Vincent Tiscia. Assigned as Head Girls Golf Coach at Bunnell High

School. Effective March 16, 2019. Rate: Step 1, $2,825.00 stipend. (Budgeted – Replacement)

6. Brandon Tomlinson. Assigned as Assistant Wrestling Coach at Stratford

High School. Effective December 14, 2018. Rate: Step 1, $3,932.00 stipend. (Budgeted – Replacement)

F. Custodian

G. Union

1. Linda Capra. Assigned as 1:1 CIA at Second Hill Lane / ELS. Effective

December 18, 2018. Rate: Para II, Step 1, $19.08 per hour. (Budgeted – New)

2. Enkela Kalapo. Assigned as 1:1 CIA at Second Hill Lane / ELS. Effective January 16, 2019. Rate: Para I, Step 1, $19.01 per hour. (Budgeted – New)

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3. June Palatiello. Assigned as Cafeteria Custodian at Chapel Street School.

Effective January 15, 2019. Rate: $16.38 per hour. (Budgeted – Replacement)

H. Student Helper

1. One (1) Student Helper assigned to Victoria Soto School. Effective

January 2, 2019. Rate: $10.60 per hour. (Budgeted – Replacement)

2. One (1) Student Helper assigned to Lordship School. Effective January 23, 2019. Rate: $10.60 per hour. (Budgeted – Replacement)

I. Non Union

1. Rachel Barroso. Assigned as Long-term Substitute Kindergarten Teacher at Nichols School. Effective January 7, 2019. Rate: $100.00 per day. (Budgeted – LOA)

2. Mayra Cruz-Garcia. Assigned as Building Substitute at Second Hill Lane School. Effective January 7, 2019. Rate: $85.00 per day. (Budgeted – Replacement)

3. Nicholas Daddona. Assigned as Teacher for the FLASH Program at Flood

Middle School. Effective January 9, 2019. Rate: $30.90 per hour. (Budgeted – Replacement)

4. Steven DeCesare. Assigned as Long-term Substitute English Teacher at

the ALPHA Program. Effective January 7, 2019. Rate: $150.00 per day. (Budgeted – LOA)

5. Michael DiCenso. Assigned as Homebound Tutor for the District. Effective

January 15, 2019. Rate: $30.90 per hour. (Budgeted – New)

6. Chelsea Donovan. Assigned as Long-term Substitute Fourth Grade Teacher at Nichols School. Effective January 7, 2019. Rate: $100.00 per day. (Budgeted – LOA)

7. Tyler Ferrara. Assigned as Building Substitute at Eli Whitney School.

Effective January 7, 2019. Rate: $85.00 per day. (Budgeted – New)

8. Susan Gottlieb. Assigned as Math Tutor at Franklin School. Effective December 11, 2018. Rate: $30.90 per hour. (Budgeted – Replacement)

9. Nicole Haviland. Assigned as Building Substitute at Victoria Soto School.

Effective January 22, 2019. Rate: $85.00 per day. (Budgeted – Replacement)

10. Susan Ho. Assigned as Part-time High School Guidance Counselor for

the Continuing Education Program at Wooster Middle School. Effective January 8, 2019. Rate: $30.90 per hour. (Budgeted – Replacement)

11. Nicole Isaac. Assigned as Reading Tutor at Franklin School. Effective

January 2, 2019. Rate: $30.90 per hour. (Budgeted – Replacement)

12. Kevin Klemme. Assigned as Grants Administrator at the Administration Center. Effective January 2, 2019. Rate: $92,000.00. (Budgeted – Replacement)

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13. Rosemary Lara. Assigned as Teacher for the CLASP Program at Wooster Middle School. Effective January 8, 2019. Rate: $30.90 per hour. (Budgeted – New)

14. Alexandra Marx. Assigned as Teacher for the FLASH Program at Flood

Middle School. Effective January 8, 2019. Rate: $30.90 per hour. (Budgeted – New)

15. Paige Raucci. Assigned as Long-term Substitute Special Education

Teacher at Second Hill Lane School. Effective January 4, 2019. Rate: $100.00 per day. (Budgeted – Replacement)

16. Paula Reed. Assigned as Long-term Substitute Reading Teacher at

Wooster Middle School. Effective January 22, 2019. Rate: $100.00 per day. (Budgeted – LOA)

17. Nicholas Riley. Assigned as Teacher for the CLASP Program at Wooster

Middle School. Effective January 8, 2019. Rate: $30.90 per hour. (Budgeted – New)

18. William Rogers. Assigned as Part-time Security Guard for the Continuing

Education Program at Wooster Middle School. Effective January 22, 2019. Rate: $16.00 per hour. (Budgeted – Replacement)

19. Beverly Salzman. Assigned as Non-Mandated Enrichment Instructor for

the Continuing Education Program at Wooster Middle School. Effective January 14, 2019. Rate: $30.90 per hour. (Budgeted – New)

20. Michelle Scatamacchia. Assigned as Building Substitute at Bunnell High

School. Effective January 14, 2019. Rate: $85.00 per day. (Budgeted – Replacement)

21. Denise Sentementes. Assigned as Title I Math / Reading Tutor at Victoria

Soto School. Effective January 28, 2019. Rate: $30.90 per hour. (Budgeted – Replacement)

22. Kelsey Sewell. Assigned as Math / Reading Tutor at Victoria Soto School.

Effective January 2, 2019. Rate: $30.90 per hour. (Budgeted – New)

23. Burt Takesue. Assigned as Homebound Tutor for the District. Effective January 7, 2019. Rate: $30.90 per hour. (Budgeted – New)

II. Separations – Resignations – Terminations – Retirees

A. Administrator

B. Teacher

1. Kelsey Sewell. Second Grade Teacher at Johnson House. Resigned. Effective December 31, 2018.

2. Brian Solomon. English Teacher at Bunnell High School. Resigned. Effective January 18, 2019.

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C. Secretary

D. Coach

1. David Keeler. Assistant Lacrosse Coach at Stratford High School. Resigned. Effective January 15, 2019.

2. Sean Mignone. Head Football Coach at Bunnell High School. Resigned.

Effective January 9, 2019.

E. Custodian

F. Union

1. Rashawna Butler. Classroom CIA / STEPS Program at Chapel Street School. Resigned. Effective December 21, 2018.

G. Non Union

1. Hannah Baldino. Long-term Substitute Physical Education Teacher at Eli

Whitney, Franklin, Johnson House and Victoria Soto School. Resigned. Effective January 11, 2019.

2. Jennifer Burgio. Science Teacher for the Continuing Education Program at Wooster Middle School. Resigned. Effective January 15, 2019.

3. Eric Rodriguez. Security Guard for the Continuing Education Program at

Wooster Middle School. Resigned. Effective December 20, 2018.

4. Lauren Thomas. Building Substitute at Eli Whitney School. Resigned. Effective January 4, 2019.

Adopted by the Stratford Board of Education: Monday, August 27, 2018

Board Goals (2018 – 2019)

Proposed Goals:

1. To be proactive and vigilant with respect to the safety of students, staff as well as property under the purview of the Board of Education.

a. Monthly reports regarding district safety drills (i.e. fire, lockdown, etc.) b. Report of emergency activity within the school facilities. c. A BOE member to be a member of the district-wide Safety Committee. d. Quarterly meetings (or more if deemed necessary) with the Police Chief ,

Board Members, and Administration. 2. To restore public trust and show absolute transparency in regards to all

financials. a. Regular monthly Finance meetings. b. Monthly reports of transactions and transfers in the monthly pony. c. Monthly reports posted to the BOE website once they have been

accepted by the Board of Education. 3. To improve communication with all stakeholders via Email, Video,

Websites and Individual Schools. a. Weekly Report to the Board of Education. b. Positive videos promoting Stratford Public Schools and BOE. c. Board and Finance meetings recorded with video posted to District

Website. d. Keep Board members apprised of major issues – Board members need

sufficient information, data, metrics, etc. e. Board members should have ample time to review information and

prepare for meetings. f. Board members will be assigned specific schools to mentor. g. Superintendent will visit each school during the course of the school

year and report to the Board members during the regular monthly meetings.

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Adopted by the Board of Education – Monday, October 22, 2018 

Stratford Board of Education 1000 East Broadway • Stratford, Connecticut 06615 ·Phone (203) 385-4210 • Fax (203) 381-6900 •  

TO: TOWN CLERK

FROM: Teresa Lycoudes, Executive Assistant to Superintendent

DATE: November 5, 2018

RE: NOTICE OF BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING DATES (2019)

This is to notify you that the year 2019 regular meeting dates for the Stratford Board of Education are as follows:

January 28, 2019

February 25, 2019

March 25, 2019

April 22, 2019

May 28, 2019 (Tuesday) – due to Memorial Day Holiday

June 24, 2018

July (No Meeting)

August 26, 2019

September 23, 2019

October 21, 2019

November 25, 2019

December 16, 2019 (3rd Monday) – Christmas Holiday

These meetings are scheduled for the fourth Monday of every month, and will commence at 7:15 p.m. at Stratford Board of Education, 1000 East Broadway, Stratford CT 06615, Board Room. (Unless otherwise noted)

*Note: 4th Monday meeting date unless otherwise noted

Sincerely,

Teresa Lycoudes Executive Assistant to the Superintendent

Note: State law requires that public schools operate 180 days for students. Stratford’s calendar allows for 182 days of instruction. All inclement weather / emergency related cancellation days will be appropriately added at the end of the school year. The last three days of the school year will be half days for the elementary schools; the last two days will be half days for secondary schools.

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Notes: Aug 27: Teachers’ Convocation Aug 30: First Day of School Sep 3: Labor Day Sep 10: Rosh Hashanah Sept 19: Yom Kippur Nov 6: Election Day *Nov 21: Early Dismissal Nov 22: Thanksgiving Day Nov 23: Day after Thanksgiving *Dec 21: Early Dismissal Dec 24 – Jan 1: Winter Break Jan 21: M L King Day Feb 15 - 18: Presidents’ Weekend *Apr 5: Teacher PD / Early Dismissal Apr 15 - 18: Spring Break Apr 19: Good Friday May 27: Memorial Day June 11: Tentative Last Day of School REVISED _________ Teacher PLC Days (Early Dismissals): October 2, December 5, January 31, March 19, May 1, May 30

STRATFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

2018-19 School Calendar

Approved and Adopted by Stratford Board of Education Monday, November 28, 2016

Revisions Approved and Adopted by Stratford Board of Education Monday, February 26, 2018

Elementary & Secondary Open House Dates

2018-2019

SEPTEMBER September 5, 2018 Johnson House September 6, 2018 Chapel Elementary September 11, 2018 Victoria Soto School September 12, 2018 Bunnell High School September 13, 2018 Flood Middle School September 20, 2018 Second Hill Lane Elem. September 25, 2018 Eli Whitney Elementary September 26, 2018 Wooster Middle School September 27, 2018 Lordship Elementary OCTOBER October 2, 2018 Wilcoxson Elementary October 4, 2018 Stratford High School October 9, 2018 Nichols Elementary October 10, 2018 Franklin Elementary October 11, 2018 ALPHA

Parent / Teacher

Conference Dates 2018-2019

(Early Dismissal) Elementary

November 27, 2018 Grades K-6 November 29, 2018 Grades K-6 February 7, 2019 Grades K-6

Middle School

November 15, 2018 Grades 7-8

High School November 14, 2018 Grades 9-12

Enrollment

*2017-2018 7673

*As of June 1, 2018 – includes students placed outside the district

*School start and dismissal schedule is posted on the district website.

www.stratfordk12.org

Board of Education 203-385-4210

Eric Lazaro, Chairman Susan Lance, Vice Chairman

Maria Buturla, Secretary Allison DelBene Bob DeLorenzo Vinny Faggella

Karen Rodia

Stratford Public Schools Chapel Elementary 203-385-4192 Franklin Elementary 203-385-4190 Lordship Elementary 203-385-4170 Nichols Elementary 203-385-4294 Second Hill Lane Elementary 203-385-4292 Johnson House Elementary 203-385-4180 Victoria Soto School 203-375-2206 Eli Whitney Elementary 203-385-4198 Wilcoxson Elementary 203-385-4196 Flood Middle School 203-385-4280 Wooster Middle School 203-385-4275 Bunnell High School 203-385-4250 Stratford High School 203-385-4230 ALPHA 203-385-4298 Administration Center 203-385-4210

Stormy Weather

School closings and delayed openings** will be announced over radio stations (WICC) and Television (Local Channel 8). They will also be posted on the district website at:

www.stratfordk12.org

The Superintendent consults with the Police and Public Works Department, and Durham Bus Company, as well, by 5:30 a.m. with the goal of announcing the decision on the 6:00 a.m. news. **Delayed Openings are 2 hours from the normal school start time.

The Mission of the Stratford School Community is to ensure that all students acquire the knowledge, character and 21st century skills to succeed through high quality learning

experiences and community partnerships within a culture of diversity and respect.

• Inclement weather or emergency school cancellations may necessitate changes in the Open House and Parent/Teacher Conference Schedules.

• All school cancellation days will be added to the end of the school year through the month of June. Should they exceed the number of days available; days will be deducted from the April recess, beginning with Monday, April 15, 2019.

• Schools must maintain at least 180 days of “actual school sessions” (Conn. Gen. Stat. 10-15).

• The statute defines the school year from July 1 through June 30 (Conn. Gen. Stat. 10-259)