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Discussion ensued. Ms. Nourse shared that this discussion and topic of enrollment is scheduled to be discussed at the School Committee meeting set for December 18'h and asked for administration to prepare a summary of barriers to out of district enrollment. Goal#3—Increasing Membership in the District Dr. Bouquillon shared the Wicked Local article on Watertown postponing the decision to join the District until the 2019-2020 school year. He reported that we have received all the 8'h grade contact information and that a presentation to the Watertown middle school is scheduled for December 18th, noting that this is the first time that we have been allowed there. The District has also been given gold star access to Watertown by the Superintendent. Dr. Bouquillon also shared that both Cambridge and Lincoln have been asking about access to Minuteman. Discussion ensued relative to access and future events being held at Minuteman for incoming students. Goal#4—Campus Development Dr.Bouquillon noted that the Open House was very successful with over 650 people in attendance,including 215 students and 160 families. Mr. Spalding shared comments and noted the tremendous enthusiasm received from parents and students after tours of the new building and suggested offering additional tours in the future. Dr. Bouquillon asked Committee members to review Page 73 of their packet entitled Member Town Middle School Student/Parent Access Requirements. Discussion ensued relative to the wording of the document. Mr. Horton encouraged members to submit their revisions in writing to Ms. Pisegna by December 13'h. Enrollment Task Force: Ms. Nourse noted that the School Committee meeting scheduled for December 18'h will focus on the topic of enrollment and other items which the Enrollment Task Force would like to address, including access to Minuteman,parent talking points, work of the focus group and parent liaisons. Mr. Spalding made the suggestion of having an outside marketing company come in and work with the District to promote Minuteman. Ms. Nourse noted that this item will also be on the agenda. 6. SCHOOL BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT,Ford Spalding a. Update on the School Building Project Mr. Spalding reported that the project continues to be on budget and on time and updated the Committee on the progress of the building. Mr. Spalding shared that while the weather has been challenging,the building is approximately 99% weather tight. Mr. Spalding encouraged Committee members to contact him for a tour. b. Possible adjustment to the 2019-2020 School Calendar Dr. Bouquillon will soon propose a calendar to the School Committee for approval to begin school after Labor Day,and noted that the holiday is early this year,and that this later start date will provide extra time for staff and students to become orientated with the building. -3- 000042