FINAL OS SC Mtg Minutes 2017-09-19.pdf

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ACTION 2017#58 Moved(DeLuca)and seconded(Leone) To approve the draft list of Subcommittee Assignments for 2017-18, as presented VOTE: 10 members in room at time of vote Weighted Vote present: 100% Weight needed: > 50.00% Names of towns opposing or abstaining: none Final percentage results of vote: 100% Final status of the vote: Unanimous b. School Committee Goals 2017-18 Mr. Horton called attention to the Draft School Committee Goals 2017-18 A motion was made(Leone)and seconded(Stulin) and discussion began. The member from Belmont suggested amendments to Goal#2 and Goal#3 as follows: From 2. Increasing enrollment from member towns To 2. Increasing enrollment from member and non-member towns. From 3. Recruiting new member towns To 3. Strengthening relationships with non-member towns He expressed his view that he would like to see a relationship with the recently departed towns that would allow them to be a part of the community,without voting rights. He would like to see the development of a district-to-district agreement that addresses over a multiyear plan capital costs and operating costs, and that this would require stronger relationships. He noted that converting a non-member town to full member status would be the ultimate goal,but it may not be achievable in one year. The Superintendent noted that under the new Regional Agreement it would take at least three years to add a voting member. He suggested that language such as"in accordance with the process outlined in the Regional Agreement"be added to Goal#3. The member from Dover expressed that he would like to see what the action plan is for the School Committee to take ownership of the goals,and to move quickly to do so. He suggested that a retreat of the School Committee might be one way to discuss this, as the goals represent a lot of work to be done. The member from Needham noted that it is not likely that Goal#3 would be achieved in one year,but it is always in mind. He suggested the need to be open to opportunities,mindful of political vicissitudes. The member from Stow noted that there is positive energy in the goals and that it is an exciting time at Minuteman. These are 5 goals that will make this a stronger District,with enough momentum that other communities will want to jump onboard, and not to have to be convinced of the benefits of joining. The member from Concord pointed out that these goals are"to support the Superintendent in...", and they align with the Superintendent's goals,which already outline actions. These are supporting steps to advance the goals, and it can't happen in one year. The Chair asked if anyone would be in support of Mr. Gammill's suggestion re Goal#2. The member from Acton expressed that she would be. The member from Concord noted that there is benefit in leaving the goals broad to move towards the 628 enrollment number, comprised mainly of students from member towns. 2