FINAL OS SC Mtg Minutes 2017-11-14.pdf

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collection were Stow,Lancaster, and Acton/Boxborough. He commended Belmont for their courtesy and hospitality, and noted that the towns with the most disappointing response were Needham and Lexington. Dr. Bouquillon added that he has met with the Superintendent in Lexington to discuss.Mr. Clement noted that research shows that if students attend three Minuteman events,the chance of attending is increased,but parental support of the decision is a major factor in the final decision. Perceptions of student culture,including such things as bullying and drug exposure, and changing the mindset of a community were raised. The efforts to promote Minuteman's activities and events on social media were commended; a recent event addressing relational safety issues with the Middlesex District Attorney and the handling of a recent vandalism issue were noted as examples of how Minuteman addresses issues directly. It was pointed out that as the positives are depicted,the waves of success will lead to the growth of a waiting list. It was suggested that a document be created to addresses the perceptions. b. Enrollment Task Force Report Chair of the Enrollment Task Force,Pam Nourse, addressed items that emerged from the discussion last time. She noted that she has three requests for the School Committee members: 1. She noted that there had been a request for talking points. In response, she called attention to two well-worded brochures included in the packet,and urged members to read them. 2. With regard to the discussion about needing to reach parents, she asked that everyone identify someone involved with the middle school parent group in their town and to make a connection with them to arrange for Minuteman to come and speak to the group. She clarified that School Committee members are not being asked to speak to the group,but to get a contact so that Minuteman staff can do so. The Superintendent clarified that the goal is to open the doors to the parent groups in the towns. 3. Similarly,Ms.Nourse asked that members reach out to the School Committee in their towns to arrange a connection that will get a Minuteman update given by Superintendent Bouquillon on their meeting agenda. She suggested people can report back at the 12.12.17 School Committee meeting with their results. School Committee members asked for two things: a reminder email on the above three strategies, and the official October 1 enrollment numbers by town. In consideration of the guest's schedule,the Chair took the next item out of order. 7. PRINCIPAL'S REPORT a. Presentation Minuteman Parent Association(MPA) Principal Jack Dillon introduced MPA President Sue Mullaney(Needham parent). Ms. Mullaney explained the efforts of the group to get reorganized on May 4,2017 with a committed slate of officers and specific board activities. She reviewed the finances of the organization, and gave some specifics about membership, based on a recent parent survey. She highlighted the fundraising activities that have occurred and those planned through the year. She reported on the planned speaker series, and noted that the first speaker, Andrew Flagel, is scheduled for Thursday November 16,2017 at 6:30 pm at Minuteman, in collaboration with the Tremont School, and that he will discuss the college admissions process. She extended thanks to Jack Dillon and his staff who have been helpful. The member from Needham suggested they be in touch to discuss any suggestions for reaching out to the parents of Needham. Mr. Spalding noted that the town officials in Needham have been very supportive, and added that if they would like parents to learn more about the building project or the academy model,he and Dr. Bouquillon would be available. Mr. Dillon publicly thanked Ms. Mullaney for her energy and dedication to revitalize the organization. School 3