3_ FINAL OS SC Mtg Minutes w att_ 2018-04-10.pdf

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She also referenced the GASB 45 and GASB 75 requirements. She highlighted specifics in the Governance Letter related to the treasury function and the audit required every three years. She responded to questions, offering assurance that there were no abnormalities, that there were no issues that had not been discussed or that caused concern, and the service they provide of correcting misstatements. As a follow up, a member of the Finance Subcommittee suggested that the 3 year treasury audit become part of a checklist for the Finance Subcommittee, and that they revisit the details of the audit at the May 1 Finance Subcommittee meeting. Mr. Mahoney added that they had identified areas of lag in FY 17, and addressed the cash reconciliation with the general ledger through January. This could also be reviewed at the next Finance Subcommittee meeting. He noted that for FY 18,he is interested in having an outside auditor review this, and that MASBO offers the service for approximately$2,000. In response to a question,Ms. Stevens- Burke pointed out that funds in the Student Activities Accounts is approximately$55,000. Thanks was extended to everyone involved for the work that went into this audit, and Michelle Shepard was commended as the lead coordinator. Appreciation was extended to Ms. Stevens-Burke for the way in which confidence in the financial operations of the District has been improved, and the collaboration shown between her and Mr. Mahoney. ACTION 2018#19 Moved(Leone) and seconded(DeLuca) To accept the FY 17 Audit Report, as presented VOTE: 8 members in room at time of vote Weighted Vote present: 68.37% Weight needed: >34.19% Names of towns opposing or abstaining: none Final percentage results of vote: 68.37% Final status of the vote: Unanimous 7. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT,Ed Bouquillon Superintendent Leadership Goals: Goal#1: Student Improvement: Academy Model Development a.Academy Development Team Update: Curriculum Mapping,Eric Marshall Mr.Marshall described how Curriculum Mapping,using Rubicon Atlas,has been beneficial in the strides towards developing the Academy Model for Minuteman High School. He described the accomplishments over the 2017-18 school year, including the value of common planning time, and the use of Office 365 tools,as well as the development of subject matter experts. He reviewed the Academy Pathways Overview, and described a number of topics from the pathway based integration projects. A request was made for the Power Point to be sent out electronically. In response to questions,Mr. Marshall pointed out that proximity is a value in the Academy Model as it relates to the new building,that academics mesh with vocational to get the job done, and that scheduling will continually evolve. The importance of curriculum mapping software,teaming tools, tagging, and availability of 1-1 devices for all students were noted as way to stay step with the technology curve. Appreciation was extended for the concept that curriculum is not stagnant. It was also pointed out that students do not want to be isolated; rather they want to be a part of one school, which will require creative and flexibility in scheduling. b. Update on Other Goals 1.)Bond Bill Amendment With regard to his second goal of Legislative Engagement,the Superintendent reported that State Senator Cindy Friedman of Arlington has sponsored an amendment to the State's Bond Bill,which would authorize $1,400,000 for the design and construction of a photovoltaic overlay district on the parking lot of the new 3