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Page 45 February 23, 1976 Mr. Robert Davenport, Department Head, Social Studies, reviewed IN-SERVICE a proposal for an in-service program designed to produce curriculum PROPOSAL goals for the Social Studies Department. The proposal for $2,000 would require the services of the Network of Innovative Schools. Dr. Rotberg suggested a delay in action for one week. This would permit the Educational Study Program Committee report on curriculum recommendations to be reviewed and discussed. He felt their recommenda- tions would have a direct benefit to any curriculum suggestion. Other members of the committee voiced approval of the in-service proposal. It was VOTED: to approve the in-service proposal of the Social Studies Depart- ment and allocate $2,000 for this plan. (Wadsworth, Berchtold, Unanimous) Mr. Spiris presented a listing of all non-tenure professional per- RE-ELECTION OF sonnel to the School Committee. He reviewed the process for re-election STAFF and requested members call before noon on February 26, 1976 if they had (PROFESSIONAL) any questions abut any person or persons. A vote of the candidates will be requested on March 1, 1976. P. L. 874 Funds and other state and federal funds were discussed. P.L. 874 After discussion it was VOTED: to use $342,280 available and anticipated state and federal funds to reduce the 1976-1977 budget request. (Berchtold, Wadsworth, Unanimous) Mr. Wilson reviewed the status of the Max-Ed Report. He said his MAX-ED REPORT committee would be ready to present its findings and recommendations on March 8, 1976. Mrs. Berchtold reviewed Lexington participation in the EDCO (Educa- EDCO tion Collaborative) program. Included in the listing were reading and tutoring services, workshops, annex program, etc. For the $6,300 fee paid by Lexington to EDCO for membership charges, a minimum return of $55,000 in services was documented. Many program involvements could not easily be associated with a dollar value figure. Committee and Ad- ministration voiced support of the fine activities. Mr. Spiris stated that Mr. Barnes is the EDCO contact for the Lexington Public Schools and if members or staff wished further information please contact him di- rectly. Mrs. Swanson read a note from Town Manager, Walter O'Connell express- ing public commendation for the School Committee's school closing action of 2/9/76. He said the town could now give assistance on planning. The Board of Selectmen voiced support for the action. They also stated they would be willing to assist the School Couuuittee in their plans. Mrs. Swanson said the intent of Mrs. Berchtold's motion of Feb- ruary 9, was to start specific planning.