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Page 39 February 7, 1975 The regular meeting of the Lexington School Committee came to order at 1:00 p.m at the school administration building. Present were Mrs. Berchtold, Mrs. Swanson, Mrs. Davison (arrived at 4:10 p.m.) , Mr. Rotberg and Mr. Wadsworth. Also present were Mr. Barnes, Mr. Maclnnes, Mr. Spiris, Dr. Monderer and. Dr. Fobert. Beginning with account 2300, all accounts through Maintenance were discussed. Highlights of the review are as follows: 2300 - Teaching Supplies THE BUDGET Dr. Fobert stated that he recommended a figure of $10.75 per pupil which was 25% lower than the principals had requested. He felt that eventhough there was a study done by principals, his figure was more reflective due to information which he had at his disposal. Mr. Rotberg asked what the impact would be if teachers were permitted to use funds as they desired. Dr. Fobert replied that, in a way, they do so now. Each principal receives an amount and teachers can spend it as they see fit with final discretion resting with the principal. The superintendent's remarks were made in respect to the 19 accounts determined by per pupil expenditures. Mr. Rotberg also asked for a clarification of the text book policy. The superintendent stated that there is no systemwide regulation regarding text book replacement. Mrs. Berchtold asked "Who keeps tabs on text book ordering and sharing?" The superintendent replied that teachers, principals and specialists all keep tabs on the books and texts and these are updated periodically. Mrs. Berchtold then made a statement regarding sex stereotyping in books. She felt that rather than to eliminate present books, our staff should be made aware of the situation and provide in-service training for staff. They could make better use of present materials as well as purchase more appropriate materials. Mrs. Swanson asked Mr. MacInnes to review the concept of central storage and supply with Brookline Public School officials. 2300-6bs - Travel within the district A proposed change for travel within the district will include an increase from 100 to 120 to be consistent with present town reimbursement for employees. 2300 -St Teaching supplies Mr. Rotberg asked for a resume of tests in the account. Dr. Monderer listed the following: the vocabulary and reading comprehension sector of Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (Gr. 3,5, and 7) ; Comprehensive Test of Basic Skills (Cr. 2,4,6,8) ; a short form of California Tests for Mental Maturity; Academic Aptitude Tests; Scott-Foresman Reading Test. A discussion of the WISC test needs followed. Dr. Monderer noted that the Comprehensive Test of Basic Skills is used to give ideas on progress of basic skills; the individual intelligence test is used for projecting the potential and in some cases, the identification of learning problems. 2300 - 12 - 5 - Teaching supplies - special class It was noted that this account is for the use of special education teachers. However, principals can use it for other school needs if no expenditure is made by special class teachers. 2300 - 5b - Drivers Education It was noted that Lexington Public Schools will pay for gas, oil and the coordinator's salary and the students will pay for behind-the-wheel and classroom instruction. A review of this account will be made at another time.