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Chebeague Island School Committee approves three policies on first reading, hears student transition and facilities updates
Summary
On Nov. 16, 2021, the Chebeague Island School Committee approved three district policies on first reading, heard students describe their transition to Harrison Middle School, and received reports that the school’s grease trap was cleaned and the boiler inspected and found in excellent condition.
The Chebeague Island School Committee met on Nov. 16, 2021, and approved three district policies on their first reading while receiving instructional and facilities updates from Superintendent Ann C. Kirkpatrick.
Chair Suzanne Rugh called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. and confirmed that members Jeff Putnam, Geoff Summa and Vika Wood were present; Emily Short was absent. The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda on a motion by Jeff Putnam seconded by Vika Wood.
Students Riley Adamaitis and Esme Cole told the committee about beginning at Harrison Middle School, saying they were surprised by the school’s size and the number of people, that there are more activities available each semester, and that they miss the routines at Chebeague Island School. The comments were delivered during reports to the committee.
Superintendent Ann C. Kirkpatrick reported that staff have completed baseline assessments in reading, writing and math to inform Response to Intervention (RTI) planning; staff will meet to identify student strengths and plan supports. She also reported that the kitchen grease trap was located and cleaned and that the boiler was cleaned and inspected by the state, which described it as excellent for the age of the furnace. The superintendent distributed flyers about holiday fundraisers held by the school and the Kid’s Place program.
Ann C. Kirkpatrick read the lead teacher report from Sarah Klien, which said students are working on reading fluency and writing; younger grades are practicing telling time and math facts; science lessons are focused on the human body; PreK and kindergarten visited the Commons; students made a Veterans Day video for Beverley’s website; and parent-teacher conferences will be held in person this week.
On new business the committee read three policies: IHBAC (Child Find Policy), BCB (Conflict of Interest) and BCC (Nepotism). Vika Wood moved that all three policies be accepted on first reading; Jeff Putnam seconded and the motion passed 4-0-0. Member Geoff Summa requested that Policy IJOC, which is referenced in BCC, be reviewed and returned to the next meeting agenda.
The committee reviewed the superintendent’s contract and agreed to review the state-required evaluation paperwork and an evaluation form at the next meeting. In old business, members noted that wood chips for the BOAT have been delivered and need to be spread. The committee also reviewed notes from a summer workshop and found several goals, such as RTI planning and field trip planning, had been addressed; members agreed to review a three-year curriculum rotation prior to finalizing the budget.
The warrant was not brought to the meeting. Chair Suzanne Rugh adjourned the meeting at 7:39 p.m. The committee will address outstanding items, including the superintendent evaluation paperwork and the review of Policy IJOC, at a subsequent meeting.
