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Board members agreed that JT will temporarily join the policy committee while the board transitions responsibilities; Brandon (SAU staff) will add JT to the policy email list and invite him to upcoming policy meetings. Board members noted the policy committee meets monthly during the school year and that the committee develops model policies for SAU 16 districts in coordination with legal counsel.

Community engagement and Kingfisher Community Park work were highlighted. Board members thanked PTO volunteers and teacher Carolyn Jablowski for fundraising and organizing; the PTO funded initial trail and outdoor classroom work and community members have offered labor and materials. Maintenance coordinator Mr. Mizzie reported a local company agreed to drop donated wood chips when in the area; the district will coordinate equipment and SAU resources to move material to park trails. An Eagle Scout candidate has also offered to consider the park as a potential service project.

Other committee reports included a strategic planning summit held in March with strong community participation, an upcoming joint-board superintendent-evaluation meeting that will include a non‑public review of the superintendent’s goals and evidence, and wellness and safety committee updates. The district noted no action items from the safety meeting; first responders participated and the SU maintains leadership on safety procedures.

Board members said they will revisit assignment alignment and goals in August/September when new school-year goals and committee membership are set.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","East Kingston School Board Meeting 04/14/25","oneSentenceSummary","Board members discussed committee assignments and three district goals (academic growth, community engagement, capital improvements), assigned JT to the policy committee temporarily, and reported progress on the Kingfisher Community Park including donated wood chips and PTO support.","taxTitle","East Kingston School District, School Districts, New Hampshire","taxId",76441,"location","New Hampshire","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6271985,"Principal reports rising kindergarten interest, new hire candidate and sign replacement plans",236,412000,648000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3028361-4b17aafcbd0387fef7cc350b2f23e09a&start=412&end=648","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3028361-4b17aafcbd0387fef7cc350b2f23e09a/thumbnail_412000.jpg","/articles/6271985/New-Hampshire/Principal-reports-rising-kindergarten-interest-new-hire-candidate-and-sign-replacement-plans","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6271985-13ca978368aa495f0c0a144b0d09a948/orig.mp4?Expires=1771104260&Signature=glTBy9JWW1FaMy4X9gvt53Lnow9-ZvwoYRApv~aR-cbeTtjHPGRcpQqaEMUJC6JJ0Q3pfmoAGKRhZTH2s3phlICDLcIWEMNT5tNu-3Htx-7eMQNjqY4daQVc3n7c~3w3hwlANrHgWS8bx5q1HaVtuS8qM4sZpXpxK1bRJs3CAzvra6pO5GqGsFjM94ZLmCoGxY7JKOmPaUdKRGvLKnkU1k90PSBMToMdXhY4KTvmq8-4V2T1V8~vY~Z0CGmKpCfp6sWNqfvAi86z9fN8jOQjUbpk~LU2maf-M91OWc20QFwrVGFiqHNNUX46DMjsuvbgJh0YioP~2X-6jgmr~ELINA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Principal French told the board the school had a current total enrollment of 113 students distributed across kindergarten through fifth grade: 16 kindergarten, 18 first grade, 24 second, 21 third, 12 fourth, and 22 fifth. For the 2025–26 school year the principal said 23 families had registered or inquired about kindergarten, up from 12 at the same time last year.

French described recent school activities, including a three-day performance of “Finding Nemo Kids,” and thanked staff who led auditions, rehearsals and performances. The principal also reviewed changes to the 2025–26 calendar that differ from the SAU calendar, including early-release days to accommodate evening conferences and contract requirements; specific early-release dates cited included Nov. 7, Dec. 23 and April 10, and an adjusted last-day schedule to meet contractual time requirements.

On staffing, French reported the district convened a hiring committee that interviewed multiple candidates and recommended Mikayla Hand, currently a yearlong long-term substitute in Exeter, to proceed to the superintendent’s office for final approval. French said the committee involved students in the interview process and that students unanimously preferred the recommended candidate. The candidate’s U.S.-based and international teaching experience was discussed; French said the candidate has just over one year of U.S.-counted experience but brings varied classroom experience.

The principal also reported that the existing exterior school sign is in poor condition and that repair does not make sense; staff have obtained site visits and will bring quotes to a future board meeting for discussion and a potential purchase. French described the proposed replacement as a low-maintenance sign similar in appearance to the current sign but not an electronic reader board.","The principal reported total enrollment of 113 students, increased kindergarten inquiries for 2025–26, a recommended teaching candidate (Mikayla Hand) to advance to superintendent approval, and plans to replace the deteriorating school sign with estimates to return to the board.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6271990,"East Kingston finance report: projected $27,546 year-end fund balance; limited options for use",54,119000,173000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3028361-4b17aafcbd0387fef7cc350b2f23e09a&start=119&end=173","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3028361-4b17aafcbd0387fef7cc350b2f23e09a/thumbnail_119000.jpg","/articles/6271990/New-Hampshire/East-Kingston-finance-report-projected-27546-year-end-fund-balance-limited-options-for-use","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6271990-ddb18fbb9d1ec932dca0051d3f5809ec/orig.mp4?Expires=1771104260&Signature=WEyxEHeIrp9-2aX5ImJs6i-68P9s2ex2xwlzTG14KTB77K6qldBgTT1s94uYtkvMLzWkMjHni8OK2MB1z7hs4q~bm4XqeXFMLQ8BVViaMfUgRM6o0OpUXsL16Cl41E2-P9s~GTl~GAESm4SwgmfSdwJ01KnrK5NCnPIoSAodVBGC57oTtDF8FiwyeKrdSzd~QcxetMzweBvE7yTIABi0DrUA54s4j9tTI6IaHjt6q5g8Uxd2hAMn31YdiUPi7wYsyHk1F3Sr3fW7PRNcqcsQuPO5eUJ-o5UWcwbiNgh45JK0a8WspMQl2W0K3DQ1CvBC5Gjf-97sf0Ah6m3dyn-XIw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The East Kingston School District business office reported a projected fund balance of $27,546 at the end of the fiscal year after accounting for April encumbrances and estimated investment earnings.

Business/finance staff Miss Milan told the board that at the end of last month the district had remaining expenses of $26,267. After adding encumbrances for supplies and facilities, the district spent an additional $6,721 during the month, leaving $19,546 in remaining expendable funds at that point. The district is projecting $8,000 more in revenue than planned from investment earnings, which would raise the projected fund balance to $27,546.

Board members asked whether that surplus could be moved into a trust fund or otherwise retained for future use. Miss Milan responded: \"You cannot put it into a trust fund. The only way to put money into a trust fund is having the warrant that people have to vote on that.\" She explained that, unless the board obtains voter authorization via a warrant article, the typical options are (1) return the surplus to taxpayers through the tax-rate calculation, or (2) pre-authorize a project that can be completed before June 30 by securing quotes and creating a purchase order prior to year end.

Miss Milan said the district would present any proposed use of end-of-year funds to the board for a motion and approval. If no board action is taken, the surplus would reduce the tax rate as part of the standard municipal tax-rate calculation rather than being distributed directly as a refund to taxpayers.

Clarifying figures from the business report: remaining expense prior to month activity: $26,267; additional month spending: $6,721; remaining after spending: $19,546; projected additional revenue: $8,000; projected fund balance: $27,546.","Business staff reported a projected fund balance of $27,546 at year-end after monthly expenses and investment earnings. Board discussed options for using surplus funds and statutory limits on creating trust funds without voter approval.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6271995,"East Kingston board elects chair, names vice chair; approves calendar, policies and minutes",1787,399000,2186000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3028361-4b17aafcbd0387fef7cc350b2f23e09a&start=399&end=2186","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3028361-4b17aafcbd0387fef7cc350b2f23e09a/thumbnail_399000.jpg","/articles/6271995/New-Hampshire/East-Kingston-board-elects-chair-names-vice-chair-approves-calendar-policies-and-minutes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6271995-edc53881237b7c2acacffef681621f4e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771104260&Signature=DHR6pAh2GY-SK-GbOmSFwI4qa~H-5N7a3WBFdSRXyTkmrLdQan-M766ztF44HskdPmLKKR7w9XBdwKDvoCirosETcJOPhsGCp1f8ICIzStbbmnGMsYIw0QeSm3svh~k01AZxMXuqBrNcVAT~vPMKqYwNAI7Dh9tACsx8FqWSR9lXCV4cDZ08ym0CRwm7ddr9daPUio-kcYs1Oa5ULzWj0K~9PiUtZ3Ctp4KNMLenuhYbuTJrNIOeIFYMjT5GBBBakK-2n0Gw~bcaZANBvn9~tQXo34ooDJVSQf7ouk9veH6IC63pCX7lpTeS619vTQtwu-qk4urFlNJ~xZ2O9zSF0Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The East Kingston School District board elected Kiersten Sirocco as board chair and Paul Doyle as vice chair during its April meeting, approved the 2025–26 school calendar, adopted a package of district policies and accepted minutes from the March 10 meeting.

The votes were taken by voice. The board approved the minutes from the March 10 meeting with one abstention recorded by board member JT because he was not present at that meeting. The board also adopted a set of policies prepared by the SAU policy committee and approved the proposed school calendar for 2025–26.

The policy package the board approved includes new and updated model policies required for districts that accept federal funds and donations. Items listed in the packet and discussed for adoption included a board conflict-of-interest policy, agenda preparation and dissemination, quorum rules, electronic communication, board indemnification, administration of federal grants, inventory management and assets, public gifts and donations, and annual budget (DB). The policy committee and legal counsel reviewed the materials before presentation to the board.

Board business opened with nominations for leadership. After the chair vote the meeting was turned over to the newly elected chair to continue the agenda. The meeting closed following routine business and a motion to adjourn.

Votes at a glance:
- Chair: Kiersten Sirocco — nominated and approved by voice vote (mover/second not specified; roll-call not recorded).
- Vice chair: Paul Doyle — nominated and approved by voice vote (mover/second not specified; roll-call not recorded).
- Approval of minutes (March 10): Approved; JT abstained because he was not at that meeting.
- 2025–26 school calendar: Approved by voice vote.
- Policy package: Adopted by voice vote; policies vetted by policy committee and legal counsel.
- Motion to adjourn: Approved by voice vote.

No roll-call tallies with member-by-member votes were recorded in the transcript for the chair, vice chair, calendar or policy votes; minutes show an explicit abstention by JT for the March 10 minutes. Where names of movers/seconders were not clearly stated on the record, the meeting transcript records only voice approval.","The East Kingston School District board elected Kiersten Sirocco as chair and Paul Doyle as vice chair, approved the 2025–26 school calendar, adopted a set of district policies and approved minutes from the March meeting. Several actions were passed by voice vote; one abstention was recorded on the minutes.","actionData","errors"]

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Board assigns committees, affirms goals and reports progress on Kingfisher Community Park

Principal reports rising kindergarten interest, new hire candidate and sign replacement plans

East Kingston finance report: projected $27,546 year-end fund balance; limited options for use

East Kingston board elects chair, names vice chair; approves calendar, policies and minutes