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June 24, 1980
The School Committee meeting was held on Tuesday, June 24, 1980 at
8:00 p.m. in the School Administration Building. Present were Swanson,
Shaw, Gaudet, Michelman, and Brown. Also persent were: Lawson, Pierson,
Maclnnes, Monderer, and Barnes.
Dr. Lawson began with introductory remarks. He stated the School EXTENDED DAY
Committee sanctioned the pilot program for a trial period and requested CARE REPORT
an evaluation. The Superintendent also requested that the principal
also submit a report and include responses to costs. He noted, in sum-
mary, that if the recommendation was to continue the Bridge Program for
1980-81 at least one other P.T.A. was planning to request a similar
program.
Mrs. TenPas spoke as the representative of the parents. She said
the program had strenghtened the school community linkage. The program
staff also worked closely with the High School Child Studies Program.
The School Committee expressed its pleasure over the program report
and thanked the parents.
Dr. Goodridge then added that 11 parents were interested in not
only the after school program but also linking it with school day pro-
grams. He said he would explore this. He felt it would not be dis-
ruptive. He added he would need to review the issue with Dr. Lawson
since pupils would be in school all day.
The Superintendent responded that he was not aware of the interest
as stated by Dr. Goodridge but felt it was a policy matter and should
be brought to the School Committee.
Mr. Brown agreed with the Superintendents remarks. Mrs. Swanson
noted that there could be complications if the program was in operation
during school hours and could effect other schools. Mr. Michelman
suggested that a proposal be made and discussed at a future meeting.
The Financial Statement was discussed FINANCIAL
STATEMENT
It was
VOTED: to authorize the Superintendent to employ staff July/ CONTRACTS
August subject to School Committee ratification. (Michelman,
Swanson, Unanimous)
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools it was SCHEDULE OF
PAYMENTS
VOTED: to approve the schedule of payments as listed on the attached
sheet . (Michelman, Gaudet, Unanimous)
to approve the new personnel as listed on the attached sheet. NEW PERSONNEL
(Gaudet , Michelman, Unanimous)
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June 24, 1980
to approve the personnel changes as listed on the attached PERSONNEL
sheet . (Gaudet, Michelman, Unanimous) CHANGES
to approve the re-election of staff at the step and level RE-ELECTION
indicated for 1980-81 on the attached sheet . (Swanson, Gaudet OF STAFF
Unanimous) PROFESSIONAL
to approve the re-election of secretarial and clerical per- SECRETARIAL
sonnel (full and parttime) at the step and level for the AND CLERICAL
year 1980-81 as listed on the attached sheet . (Swanson, (FULL TIME AND
Gaudet, Unanimous. PART-TIME)
to approve the awarding of leadership to the following staff LEADERSHIP
as listed on the attached sheet . (Swanson, Michelman, Un- AWARDS
animous)
to place an order for data processing equipment with the BIDS
Digital Equipment Corporation as being in the best interest DATA
of the Lexington Public Schools. (Michelman, Gaudet, Un- PROCESSING
animous)
to award the Student Accident Insurance to Lester Burdick, STUDENT
Inc. for the school year 1980-81. (Swanson, Gaudet , Un- ACCIDENT
animous) INSURANCE
to award the contract for towel service to Basbanes Linen TOWELS (FOR
Supply, based on their low bid of .09 per towel for the PHYSICAL
1980-81 school year. (Gaudet , Swanson, Unanimous) EDUCATION)
to award contracts for painting in the Lexington Public PAINTING
Schools as indicated on the attached sheet. (Shaw, Gaudet,
Unanimous)
to award contracts for roofing work as indicated on the ROOFING
attached sheet) ( Shaw, Gaudet, Unanimous)
to award a contract to the Johnson Controls, Inc. for HEATING
item C2 and that bids for all other items be rejected as CONTROL
being in the best interests of the Town of Lexington.
(Michelman, Shaw, Unanimous)
to award the contract for replacement of floor tile to W.B. FLOOR
Houser Company based on their low bid of $23,098. (Shaw, TILES
Gaudet , Unanimous)
to accept the recommended salaries for administrators for ADMINISTRATOR
1980-81. (Michelman, Gaudet, Unanimous) SALARIES
Following the vote Mr. Brown on behalf of the Committee com- 1980-81
plimented the Superintendent of Schools for his excellent perform-
ance in the past year.
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June 24, 1980
The Superintendent announced he has received a letter from the FOREIGN
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages which informed LANGUAGE
him that the Lexington Public Schools Foreign Language program had RECOGNITION
been selected as one of the fifty exemplary language programs in the
nation.
The School Committee and Superintendent expressed their congratu-
lations to the Foreign Language staff and the Coordinator, Evelyn Brega,
for their fine accomplishments and recognition.
The Superintendent of Schools said the revised role descriptions REVISED
for Central Office staff more accurately reflected the assignments of CENTRAL
each administrator. The roles were presented for review. OFFICE ROLE
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, it was
VOTED: to accept the revised role descriptions for Assistant Superin-
tendent for Instruction, Administrative Assistant for Business,
Administrative Assistant for Planning and Research, Director of
Pupil Services and the Administrative Assistant for Personnel
(as amended) . (Michelman, Swanson, Unanimous) (See attached
sheet)
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, it was LABB
AGREEMENT
VOTED: to accept the LABS (Lexington, Arlington, Burlington, Bedford,
Special Education Collaborative Joint Service Agreement .
(Michelman, Swanson, Unanimous) (See attached sheet)
A review of the revised version of the Lexington Public Schools NETCO
Metco Placement Procedures was conducted. John Modest , Metco Coordi- PLACEMENT
nator and Jack Monderer, Director of Pupil Services reviewed each
item.
Some members of the School Committee expressed concern that the
proposed procedures did not permit enough local autonomy in the place-
ment process and that the guidelines should specify that Metco students
would be treated in every way like resident students. It was suggested
that Messrs. Modest and Monderer review the concerns with Metco Central
and return for further discussion with the School Committee.
The final compliance report from the Regional Special Education COMPLIANCE
Director was presented to the School Committee, It noted that Lex- REPORT
ington was in substantial compliance and only a few minor areas needed 766/94/142
attention.
The School Committee complimented Mrs. Martin and Dr. Monderer
for the accomplishment.
Mrs. Swanson said she attended the LABS graduation and felt it was LABB
enriching and a credit to the system. She expressed on behalf of the GRADUATION
committee members compliments to staff for a job well done.
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June 24, 1980
It was
VOTED: at 9:28 p.m. to convene in Executive Session to discuss the EXECUTIVE
subject of possible termination of an employees contract. SESSION
(Michelman, yes ; Swanson, yes; Gaudet, yes; Shaw, yes ;
Brown, yes)
It was announced that the School Committee would come out of
executive session.
Respectfully submitted,
L
--Richard H. Barnes
Recording Secretary
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SCi-JEDULE 0" P^,li;i?r'PS
f The following schedules of pa3re,._a L:er available for scrutiny and
approval prior 'Co this meeting:
Personal Services ..
June 6, 1980 Classified Payroll ,=26-0 377,512,59
+� 9� �. r-., 1 . a
1•:_, 30, 1 3;) ?iO.r-�.:...f'ln_i?�_ Payrolls 'd24482,474,31
June 13, 1980 1`L5 03
-S li 11 63,89 Y 1JV
Expenses
June 6, 19880 Lill Schedules 4266 3,433.18
June 6, 1980 4267 _
93990,:.6
June 6, 1980 4268 1,360,05
June 6, 1983 ;•269
4 June 6, 1930 ,.. 3,313,07
June 6, 1980 _,2710 4,261.94,71 11Cs,f1
June o, 1930 `,. 272 414. 36% 37
June 6, 1580 . ,324
4273 20,324„0
June 6, 1980 2 132„00`
J -, 13, 1930 ''�--�`F
June
x275 4,771,47
June 13, 1980 #276 5a537„43
June 13, 1930 4277 17,726,53
June 13, 1980 '" 78 2'LG,.?,47
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June. 13, 1980 4220 46,940,34
June 20, 1980 72.81. 1,820,48
June 20, 1980 4282 5,324,93
June 20, 1930 4283 3,304o72
June 20, 1920 #2818 620,00
June 20, 1980 #285 184,30
June 20, 1980 4286 12,075,04
.dune 20, 1980 4237 4,751,89
Out-of-State Travel
June 20, 1980 Bill Schedule 421
255,00
,lune 6, 1930 419 . 3
9.50
June 6, 1980 42�
J 24?. 50
Expenses (Carryover)
June 6, 1980 _.ill Schedule 4339
20,74
^PECZAl. Pl OOR.A " L 'J. Y" Fund'.°
Adult Education
June 13, 1980 Professional Payroll 159„84
Driver Educaslon
May 30, 1930 Processional Payroll. 9 i6
��IYJ2
June 13, 1980 Professional Payroll 763.99
June 6, 1980 Lill Schedules 02 434,90
June 13, 1980 f14. 255..45
Wit= 5 1 ,cf v :.In
.,else 6, 1960 ')1,82,3,93 .
June
13, 19 '.0 0 1
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'a 30, 1580 _,. c_._ssieual YHyr.° . 599, 81
June 12, :980 2,962,83
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June 6, 1_ 280 _r.._._.�._.._ . ase.f ed Pt tol_ 104.40
1 y 30; 1980 0..ess9C .- 'cer 1 ,323,.92
1930 3,20 5i
Jun,,,, 13, �•
June 13, 1930 11,111 ,_hedulec . 1.8 470.,2 4
._Tune 20, 1980 19 ' 753,65
N X 30, x980 P c' c'._ L A 1 530. 15 ,
June 13 1:3C 2.:i Qty , .
June 13, 1920 5'1 ! : Feheci )e'.£ 'l"s 133,00
June 20, 1930 11.T 1, 745„33
Froryett
-- v:.3. 1980 P 'oc Vic„ ._ 1?eP. -... 354,12
June 13, 1980 290,60
,:.3'6;ect Enhance .
June 6, 1960 C:..;usiJ.E.ltt;, '58:5,5611 446.,50
'21ay
.0` 1940 ,jfefessionellay18, L.E 765,77
June 13, 1980 3,828,85
u_e 13, 1980 I;i11 tuLe1ulef. 922 416,.97
Tune 13, 1980. 1=3 272,01
June
20, � .._960 �6 39„14
ttiterieaa ILcot i
Jun 13, 1980 u] 1 i 3chr.-i'.uia 3,367.70
tune 13, 1930 1511 Schedule t7 9,56
�co';erin .713'12 age..
June 13, 1900 ' 1 dh elc f2 324723 .
june 20, 1920 yr 266 03
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June 13, 1900 R1IL 3c1'edule t1 289,17
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. ane- G, 1983 1._7_ :iaedule 47.,827,00
Jtune 6, 19280016,900, ?0
V611` 3chcto cl 1'))� ::C,
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1' , 1 : 8U 8:i_ i -: v1t
y 1,210, 848.1
NEW PERSONNEL
_AME SCHOOL/SUBJECT EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
PERSONNEL •CHANGES - CERTIFIED
RESIGNATIONS
YRS. IN LEXINGTON EFFECTIVE REASON
LEAVE OF ABSENCE
APPOINTMENT: DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON
APPOINTMENT: ASSISTANT TO TEM PRINCIPAL
APPOINTMENT: DIRECTOR MARCHING BAND
DECREE CHANGES
ADDITIONAL WORK DAYS
C
PERSONNEL CHANGES - CLASSIFIED
NEW PERSONNEL EFFECTIVE
TRANSFERS
PERSONNEL CHANGES - CLASSIFIED
(Continued)
CHANGE IN SHIFT HOURS
RESIGNATIONS YEARS IN LEXINGTON REASON EFFECTIVE
CHANGE IN RESIGNATION DATE
RETIREMENT YEARS IN LEXINGTON EFFECTIVE
PERSONNEL CHANGES - CLASSIFIED
(Continued)
FOOD SERVICES
RE-ELECTION OF STAFF
SECOND ELECTION
These people have previously received a contract and are being recommended for
their second election.
STEP/ GRADE/
SCHOOL NAME LEVEL SUBJECT SALARY COMMENTS
Senior '
)
THIRD ELECTION
• These people have previously received two contracts and are being recommended
for their third election.
Diamond
FOURTH ELECTION (TENURE) (See back-up information following)
Bridge
FOR RE-ELECTION (Not working toward tenure)
C
RE-ELECTION OF SECRETARIAL AND CLERICAL PERSONNEL (FULL TIME)
This list includes the members of cur secretarial and clerical staff who are
being recommended to be re-employed for the 1980-81 fiscal year. All persons listed
have been evaluated and have received a rating of satisfactory or better. The rec-
ommended placement and wage is based on "Agreement between the Lexington School Com-
mittee and Lexington Educational Secretaries Association". We have not concluded
our negotiations with this group of employees and the re-election is made with the
understanding that salaries and any other changes For the 1980-81 year will be set
in accordance with the settlement reached and approved by the Association and the
School Committee. If negotiations extend beyond July 1 , 1980, then the difference
in wages after that date will be made retroactive to July 1, 1980.
CLASS & NO. OF HOURLY
NAME POSITION STEP HOURS BATE
ADMINISTRATION
SENIOR HIGH
SPECIAL NEEDS •
DATA PROCESSING
CLARKE
CURRICULUM RESOURCE CENTER
' r
CLASS & NO. OF HOURLY
NAME POSITION STEP HOURS RATE
DIAMOND
MUZZEY -
BOWMAN
BRIDGE
ESTABROOK
FISKE
FRANKLIN
HARRINGTON
HASTINGS
DUPLICATING ROOM
*
RE-ELECTION OF SECRETARIAL AND CLERICAL PERSONNEL -CART-TIME)
. This list includes the members of our secretariat and clerical staff who are
being recomended to be re-employed for the 1980-LI fiscal year. All persons listed
have been evaluated and have received a rating of satisfactory or better. The rec-
ommended placement and wage is based on "Agreement between the Lexington School Com-
mittee and Lexington Educational Secretaries Association". We have not concluded
our negotiations with this group of employees and the re-election is made with the
understanding that salaries and any other changes for the 1980-81 year will be set
in accordance with the settlement reached and approved by the Assocation and the
School Committee. If negotiations extend beyond July 1, 1980, then the difference
in wages after that date will be made retroactive to July 1, 1980.
CLASS. & NO. OF HOURLY
NAME POSITION STEP HOURS RATE
SENIOR HIGH
PROFESSIONAL LIBRARY
CURRICULUM RESOURCE CENTER
SPECIAL SERVICES
CORE EVALUATION TEAM
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CLASS NO. NO. OF HOURLY
TAME POSITION AND STEP HOURS RATE
ADMINISTRATION
C LARi'
DIAMOND •
MUZZEY
BOWMAN
•
BRIDGE
ES ABROOK
C
e
CLASS NO. NO. OF HOURLY
NAME POSITION AND STEP HOURS RATE
FISKE
FRANKLIN
HARRINGTON
•
HASTINGS
METCO
* TRANSITION PROGRAM - P.L. 94-142 GRANT
FOOD SERVICES - LHS
* Subject to Federal Funding
LEXINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
•
LEXINGTON, PL s !.Cu T a ! i"< ,121.7
Memo to: Dr. Lawson _--- i 'rd.
-.-__leadership
From R. H. Barnes u; i .tune 17, 1980
There are four neonl e who are scheduled to .. r,Mrinuc leaderhip into 1980-81.
Interviews have bc- n completed,
It is recommended that the Cotlowrng Lc apti-,yed for the third (and final)
year.
This completes the Leadership Program alter many gears in existence. The
LEA/SC contract phased it out , as you know.
Upon your approval 1 will place on June 24 nsenda.
Thank you .
• BIDS - DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT
On May 291 1980, requests for bids for Data Processing equipment were sent
to six companies. The bid was also advertised in the June 5, 1980 issue of
the Lexington Minute-Man,
Specifications were drawn for a line printer and a controller with the existing
PDP-11;40 computer. The items were to be new or used and most not only be compatible
with existing hardware, but must be eligible for inclusion in the maintenance service
contract that we have with Digital Equipment Corp. The bid price was to include the
trade in of a line printer and two controllers.
Three bids were received and opened at a public reading at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday,
June 17, 1980,
The recap is as follows:
ITEM
American Used Computer $9350. (used)
Digital Equipment Corp. $5884. (new)
Southern Systems Pince $5495. (new)
Digital Equipment Corporation is the only company that meets all specifications,
Southern Systems, Inc, equipment is not eligible for the maintenance service contract
and a maintenance contract for this equipment would have to be subbed to another
contractor. We do not feel that such an arrangement would be in our best interests.
The funds for these items are available within the data processing program of
the current (79-80) budget.
BIDS - PAINTING
On June 6, 1980, requests for bids for Painting in the Lexington Public Schools were
invited from six companies. The bid was also advertised in the June 12, 1980 issue of
the Lexington Minute-Man.
Specifications were drawn for various schools under five items plus a combined bid
price.
Four sealed bids were received and opened at a public reading at 12:00 noon on
Friday, June 20, 1980.
The recap of the bid is as follows :
Country South= Peter's TLT
Shore eastern Painers Const,
Item No, Description 1Ptg,Corp, ( Pt, Co® of Lex. Corgi,
1. I Senior High-D,E,F (Doors & Frames) $1800, ! $2345, $15851 $2900.
2, E Senior High-Boys °Locker Rm,ceiling 2700„ 1680, 1850,
3, 1 Franklin (wall repair & Paint) 1600. j („965. ' 1075, 1875,
4. H Harrington (classrooms-graund floor) 6700. 1 i 5685. 5700,
5. Q Diamond (exterior) 5 0 i 5485, 4550,
6, I Combined Price (Items 1-5) 17400. 1 16160. 16875,
The total of the circled items is $14,415. The amount budgeted for contract painting
is $12,000,
To cover the additional cost - $2415. - over the budgeted amount, we plan to transfer
from other funds in the maintenance budget,
BIDS - ROOFING
On June 6, 1980, requests for bids for Roofing Work at various schools were sent
to ten companies. The bid was also advertised in the June 12, 1980 issue of the
Lexington Minute-Mane
Specifications were drawn for the installation of a roofing membrane and thermal
insulation over two of the three glerestory roofs on the Science Building and an
irregular portion over the.teachers ' rooms and art corridor in the main building of
the Senior High, replacement of skylights in the Industrial Arts area and auditorium/
office lobby at Diamond Junior High, and the removal and reshingling of the asphalt
shingle roof over the auditorium/gymnasium at the Harrington School.
Five sealed bids were received and opened at 12:00 noon on Friday, June 20, 1980,
The recap is as follows:
W.S. All- Burgess N.E. N.E.
Aikens State & R'fg, Weather-
Item Inc. Rig® Blocher Co,,Inc, proofing,Ine,
1, Senior High $19500 $N.B, $21412. $27727, $24475,
2. Diamond 33000. $10056, 7093. 46446. 8885,
3. Harrington 7300,. 9811. 6160. 10310. 10569.
Items 2 & 3
4, Combined Price $59800. $19567. $34665. $83483. $43929,
(Items 1-3)
The budget for roofing work is $35,000. Total of the low bids as indicated is
$32,753.
ASSISTANT SUi FRInT NDEN 1 FOR 1 N':1 RU f OS
SCOPE
The Assistant Superintendent for instruction, nu-or the supervision of the
Sunerintendent of Schools is responsible for Lhe development , implementation
and evaluation of the instructional program.
" Le Assistant Superintendent for Instruction shuT.1 :
. Observe regularly programs and classrooms.
. Organize professional development activities, workshops and other
in-service experiences.
. Consult with principals and department heads on the identification,
distribution, and development of resources relating to instructional
programs.
. Develop with staff and parents priorities for curriculum development
and plans for the implementation of nue programs and teaching
procedures.
. Oversee the work of co._nittees established to examine and improve
curriculum.
. Coordinate the K- 112 instructional pr cr".nn.
. Work cooperatively with the Dime -or Ptoierck and Pluming to assess
the effectiveness of current in tract -=uil .,rograa,s and nraceices and
tnc orfectivene:ss of new programs.
s.
Uork cooperatively with the Hiroctor Bmf runil. Services to insure
effective Integration of the special Lill regular educational programs.
. Supervise and evaluate department heads, coordinators and instructional
grogram managers.
. Evaluate teachers when assigned by the Superintendent.
. Represent the instructional program to members of the community.
. Implement the provisions of the Equal Opportunity Policy in all
instructional matters.
. Supervise the Adult Education Program.
. Perform such related assignments as m:a; be delegated by the Superintendent
of Schools.
. Submit an anneal report to the Superintendent of Schools.
In the performance of the above the Assistant :;iiperintendent for Instruction
shall visit schools regularly, work c000r.rativuiy with other administrators ,
and be informed of developments affecting ins ruction, as well as other
departments and the total school program.
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ADMINISTRATIVE. ASSISTANT FOR PERSONNEL
•
SCOPE
The Administrative Assistant for Personnel, under the supervision of the
Superintendent of Schools provides support , consultation and direction to
full and part-time staff members in all matters relating to personnel
management .
The Administrative Assistant for Personnel shall:
. Coordinate all personnel functions involving the staff.
. Recruit and assist principals with the selection, assignment ,
retention, reduction and dismissal of staff.
: Maintain close contact with all departments and principals in planning
and anticipating personnel needs of the school program.
• Coordinate the transfers of personnel in accordance with established
Lexington Public School procedures .
. Coordinate the evaluation process lir staff.
. Participate in observations and snbsequent evaluations and recommenda-
tions of staff ac requested by the Superintendent .
. Counsel staff to resolve complaints , difficulties and other matters
related to personnel management , and work cooperatively with principals,
department heads and other administrators on difficult and sensitive
personnel matters.
. Maintain a system for personnel records and accounting in matters
pertaining to employment , transfers , tenure, retirement , leaves,
promotions, vacations and absences.
• Supervise the prepartion and maintenance of statistical and other
information about personnel. _
. Administer the substitute teacher program, preparation of list of
candidates and work cooperatively to meet specific needs of each building
in acquiring suitable substitute teachers .
• Administer the personnel aspects of employee contracts.
. Serve as negotiator alone or with assistance of counsel• on matters of
contract negotiation and grievances for certified and classified personnel.
. Organum new staff orientation programs.
. Assign student teachers in accordance with established guidelines and
manage the disbursement of tuition v-;nche-rs.
. Coordinate the Lexington Staff Leadership Program.
Administer an effective two-way communication program between the
school system and the community.
• Effect an internal communication program between certified and
classified staffs.
. Implement state and federal lawn relating to Equal Opportunity
especially those pertaining to personnel matters.
. Perform such related assignments as nay be delegated by the Superin-
tendent of Schools.
. Submit an annual report to the Superintendent of Schools.
In the performance of the above the Administrative Assistant for Personnel
:shall visit schools regularly, work cooperatively with other administrators,
and be informed of developments affecting personnel, as well as other depart-
ments and the total school program.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT FOR PLANI_ING AND RESEARCH •
SCOPE
The Administrative Assistant foe Planning and Research, under the supervision
m
of the Superintendent of Schools, provides support , consultation and direction
for services in all matters relating to planning, research and information
for the Lexington Public Schools.
Th_ Administrative -Assistant far Planning nab .._search shall:
. Coordinate the plaeai.nb, devel.,,r..,o nt nail e'. aluntir a services is order
to assist end augment the ecruc_.t eo; l and support services of the
Lexington Public Schools.
. Supervise the Manager of the Computer Center in order to ,.us_st and
augment computerized instructional and administrative support in the
Lexington Public Schools.
. Prepare and maintain enrollment projections and other statistical
information necessary to manage and provide services of the Division
of Planning and Research.
Coordinate the use of evaluative data for purposes of review and
planning by. the Superintendent of Schools.
. Coordinate the use of the computer based information system as a tool
for making informed educational decisions at the school district,
building and/or program level.
,crk with staff in the preparation of long and short range goals for
the district , building and/or program need.
'dark with staff as a resource person in the assessment , development ,
implc-:i:entation and evaluation of programs.
. Coordinate the development of an annual program budget under the
direction of the Superintendent of Schools.
Maintain salary program distribution file.
. Maintain program and object code dictionaries.
Administer the SCRAD Program.
. Review and recommend to the Superintendent of Schools all requests
for research.
. Coordinate the development of Federal and State programs.
. Provide statistical support for Federal and State program reports.
. Be available for the evaluation of staff members when assigned by
•
the Superintendent.
. Perform such related assignments as may be delegated by the
Superintendent of Schools.
. Submit an annual report to the Superintendent of Schools.
is the performance-of the above the Administrative Assistant for Planning
and Research shall visit schools regularly, work cooperatively with ocher
edranistrators , and be informed of developments affecting planning, research
and evaluation, as well as other departments •and the total school program.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT FCR PuSIPESS
SCOPE
The Administrative Assistant for Business under the supervision of the
Superintendent of Schools is responsible for all business matters of the
school system. The Administrative Assistant 'provides support, consultation
and direction to the full and part-time classified staff in all matters
relating to food service, maintenance, accounting, payroll office.'
The Administrative Assistant for Business shall :
. Manage the financial operation of the school system, provide all
necessary research information required for the preparation of
statistics and reports, and the development of short and long range
accounting procedures.
. Prepare and coordinate all financial reports required by the
• Superintendent of Schools, the School Committee, the State Department
of Education, and any other similar atencies.
. Supervise the various business functteas of the School Department ,
including payrolls, purchasing, accounting, monthly statements,
inventories, central duplicating.
. Prepare the specifications, secure bids where necessary for the
purchase of supplies and equipment; and set up procedures for
distribution, storage and inventories.
. Supervise the operation and maintenance of all school plants.
. Supervise the Food Service program.
. Administer the School Committee policy regarding rental of school
buildings.
. Implement the provisions of the Equal Opportunity Policy on all
business matters.
. Assist the Office of Personnel in the selection of custodia_,
maintenance staff and business office staff.
. Administer policies regarding pesters and flyers.
. Supervise all regular transportation services and policies.
Administer the United Fund and Ctvic Defense program. -
Perform such related assignments as may be delegated by the Superin-
tendent of Schools.
. Submit an annual report to the Superintendent of Schools.
in the performance of the above the Administrative Assistant for Business
shall visit schools regularly , work cooperatively oxith other administrators,
and be informed of developments affecting htnlness, as well as other depart-
eits and the total school program.
Lexington-Arlington-BUrlingtap-Bedford
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Ca,.
ColiabOr°ative
To; LABE Board of Directors
From: Raymond J. Bohn
Date: May 28, 1930
Re: LABE Collaborative Agreement
I am attaching for your information tau following documents
regarding the LABE Collaborative Agreement:
1. Letter from Commissioner Gregory R. Anrig
notifying us that the Articles of Agreement
have been approved.
2. Copies of the signed Joint Service Agreement
3. Copy of my letter to Mr. Louis Amadio, Director
Greater Boston Regional Education Center.
.I will keep you informed of any further developments.
Sincerely,
Raymond J. Bohn
In
Enclosures
Office of the Commissioner
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May 13, 1980
Mr. Raymond J. Bohn
LABE Collaborative
Arlington Public Schools
23 Maple Street
Arlington, MA 02174
VIA: Louis Amadio, Director
Greater Boston Regional Education Center
Dear Mr. Bohn:
1 am very pleased to approve the Articles of A.greenent rcr the LABS
Collaborative entered into by the school committees of L:ucington,
Arlington, Burlington and Bedford under provisi0ns of General Laws
Chapter 40, Section 43 as amended and Board of Education Policy on
Educational Collatoratives. icy personal congratu?ations are extended
to you and your staff for the direction end leadership yc' have
provided to the collaborative members_
1 would encourage you, and your colleagues to maintain close communica-
tion and contact with the staff of the Greater Boston Regional
Education Center.
Best wishes in all your collaborative endeaavffrs.
Sncerely,
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/ Gregory R. Anrig
Co cn'sion r of Education
cc: Christine M. Lynch
LEXINGTON, ARLINGTON, BURLINGTON, REDFORD (LABS)
SPECIAL EDUCATION COLLABORATIVE
JOINT SERVICE AGREEKENT
This AGREEMENT will become effective upon approval by the Commissioner
of Education. This Agreement is made under the authority of G.L.C. 40, s.4E
as most recently amended by and between the School Committees of Lexington,
Arlington, Burlington and Bedford acting for and in behalf of their respective
towns.
WHEREAS the Members, under the name, Lexington, Arlington, Burlington,
Bedford Special Education Collaborative, have planned a joint education project
for model educational programs which permit each member to supplement, consolidate,
or strengthen school programs ;
WHEREAS the said Collaborative (hereinafter called the LASH Collaborative)
is to provide special education services and programs as defined in the Regula-
tions under Chapter 766 to students with moderate to severe special needs.
Examples of the types of programs offered are: Programs for multiple physically
handicapped; programs for children with severe behavioral disorders; preschool
programs; prevocational/vocational programs for older. adolescents. These programs
are offered through the LARD Collaborative because of the low incidence of these
conditions in each LEA and represent the most cost effective means of providing
for student needs. The above purposes can be changed upon vote of the Board or
as services are needed;
WHEREAS the Members anticipate grants or gifts of funds to the Collaborative
to be accepted and expended by it under authority of G.L.C. 44, s.53A for the
purposes of the Collaborative and WHEREAS funds may be received by the
Collaborative from other cities, towns or districts party to this Agreement
or from the Commonwealth as reimbursement for the programs authorized
under the applicable law hereto:
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and agreements
herein contained, the Members mutually agree as follows:
1. The collaborative board will be called the LABB Collaborative Board.
The composition of the LABB Collaborative Board shall be one memL_r designated
by each member school committee and the coordinator or designee of the Regional
Center in which the majority of the participating districts are located which
for the purposes of this Agreement is the Greater Boston Regional Education
Center in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The representative of the Regional Center
shall serve as an ex officio non voting member. The LABB Collaborative Board
shall select an executive officer from among its members who shall serve as
chairman of the Board.
2. The Board shall establish and manage the LABB Collaborative trust fund.
All monies contributed by the member-municipalities, and all grants or gifts
from the federal government, state government, charitable foundations, private
corporations or any other source shall be paid to the educational collaborative
board and deposited in the aforesaid fund. The collaborative board shall elect
a treasurer. Said treasurer shall receive and disburse any monies of the trust
fund of the educational collaborative board he/she serves without further ap—
propriation. All bills and payrolls submitted for services rendered, or for
equipment or supplies delivered in connection with this Agreement shall be
plainly marked to indicate that such services were rendered, or such equipment
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or supplies delivered under authority thereof. The treasurer shall give bond
annually for the faithful performance of his duties as collaborative treasurer
''in a form approved by the Commissioner of Corporation and Taxation and in such
sum, not less than the amount established by said commissioner, as shall be
fixed by the collaborative board.
3. Each Member shall have one (1) vote on the Board. Every action of
the Board except to adjourn a Board meeting, shall require the affirmative
votes of the duly authorized agents of a majority of all the Board.. The Board
may make, amend and repeal its by-laws providing for the regulations and manage-
ment of its affairs. The Board may amend this Agreement by a majority vote of
all Board members. •
4. By unanimous vote of the Board at ,the time of any such vote, this
Agreement may be amended at any time to increase the number of Members.
5. Any member community may withdraw and/or terminate this Agreement
at the end of any fiscal year by written notice of withdrawal and/or termination
by any Committee Member which has entered into such Agreement to each other such
Committee Member at least six months before the end of such fiscal year.
6. Upon termination of this Agreement all unencumbered funds held pur-
suant to this Agreement shall be distributed to each Member on a pro rata basis;
and upon such termination the Board shall within sixty (60) days thereof deter-
mine the fair value of all equipment and supplies held pursuant to this Agreement
and shall within such period of time make a pro rata distribution to each Member.
If a Member withdraws from this Agreement the Board will determine the withdrawing
town's fair share of the assets at the time of withdrawal.
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7. The approximate amount of money to be contributed by each Member .
shall be determined by the number of students attending each program. Tuition
charges are set annually. Administrative costs are assigned on a per pupil basis.
For Fiscal Year 1979 the administrative charges will be $50 per student.
Table - Fiscal Year 1979 - Program Costs
Town Totals
• Lexington 76,720.00
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,Arlington 45,220.00
Burlington 120,585.00 .
Bedford 10,580.00
8. The policies and procedures of the Collaborative Board shall comply with
the policies of the Massachusetts Board of Education as provided for in the
Massachusetts Board of Education Policy on Educational Collaboratives adopted
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C 4 este 1977.
9. This Agreement shall continue in effect indefinitely, provided however
that this Agreement is approved by the Commissioner of Education and is authorized
by vote of each Committee Member.- -
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May 16, 1980
Louis Amadio, Director
Greater Boston Regional Education Center
54 R.indge Avenue Extension
Cambridge, MA 02140
Dear Lou:
• I have just received a letter from Commissioner Gregory R.
Anrig indicating that the Articles of Agreement for the LABS
Collaborative have been approved. I have the original signed
copy by the Commissioner.
May I take this opportunity on behalf of the Board to thank
you for your assistance in facilitating the signing of the agree-
ment.
In addition, I have received a short note from Christine M.
Lynch indicating that an appointment of a Regional Center designee
will be discussed in the very near future. I'm looking forward to
that discussion and will keep the Board of Directors informed of
ell developments.
Again, I deeply appreciate your assistance. .
Sincerely,
Raymo¢d J. Bohn
Dire tor of Special Education
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cc-W. T. Gibbs, Chairmar:
LABB Board of Directors
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