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Lexington School Committee Minutes - November 10, 1975 Page 216 advance means of achieving educational goals in a manner free from discrimination on account of race, color, sex, religion or national origin. enhance consciousness of the kinds of discrimi- natory and prejudicial practices and behavior which may occur in the public schools. Lexington's memo to teachers concerning Title III grants was released on October 24. Initial plans and applications are due November 14. Preliminary decisions will be made by November 28. It is clear that in the next few weeks Lexington must acquire an appropriate 622 support system if we are to have a realistic chance of obtaining a grant. Therefore, we urge you to place on the agenda for your next meeting, the subject of establishing a Lexington 622 coordinating committee to help the staff throughout the system meet their re- sponsibilities under the 622 regulations, and facilitate the shar- ing of ideas and information. We look forward to your immediate action. Respectfully, Linda Brown, Chairperson Marjorie Covill Penny Hart Pat Allen Nancy Navarro Lorriane Ward The Education Task Force Lexington Chapter, National Organization of Women In response to this communication, Mrs. Berchtold stated her support for the suggestions of the task force. She also requested that the topic of a Chap. 622 professional committee be placed on the next School Committee agenda. Dr. Rotberg felt that a major portion of the letter was substan- tive and possible action could take place immediately. After discussion it was agreed to place the topic on the next agenda. Mrs. Roberta Neuman, Chairman of the L.E.A. , Professional Standards CHAPTER 766 Committee, complimented Mrs. Swanson for her supportive comments during the Chapter 766--all day in-service training session for Lexington staff held earlier in the day. Mrs. Swanson replied expressing her gratitude and felt it was a day well spent for everybody. Presenting the preliminary Athletic Budget for the 1976-1977 school ATHLETIC BUDGET year was Ralph Lord, Coordinator of Health Education and Physical Edu- cation. The budget reflected an increase of 3% over 1975-1976, but is subject to additional increases due to salary negotiations.