December 7, 2016 at 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

Rationale: 

National Anthem performed by: Greene-Hills and West Bristol All Star Singer  - Directed by: Chris Sipes

Moment of Silence:
Carol Dresser - Social Worker - 1976 -2011
Carrollee Berg Fermé - French Teacher - Bristol Eastern - 1963-1972
Betty Boukus - CT State Representative -1994-2016

Rationale:  The cast from Bristol Central's production of Cinderella will perform a vignette for the Board.

Rationale: 

1. Student Kara Friedman - BEHS has been accepted into the 2017 All-Eastern Band! She recently got back from her trip at the All-National Conference where she was principal clarinet for the All-National Orchestra. She will also be featured in a Klesmer-type solo during one of our pieces at the Winter Concert.

2. Amy Bovin Dauphinais - Band Director BEHS - Has been invited to be an honor band conductor at Marywood University in PA in December 2017.

3. Mike Giovinazzo- BEHS Boy's Basketball Coach - Retirement

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The Board of Education should vote to approve any Regular or Special Meeting Minutes:

1.  November 2, 2016 – Regular Meeting Minutes

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Chairman Wilson will update the Board and the public on:

1. CABE Convention Report

2. Education Commissioner Visit Summation

3. Connecticut Finance Group Presentation - Thursday, December 8, 2016

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Student Representatives from Bristol Central (Colin Savino) and Bristol Eastern (Alexandra Allen) will update the board on recent activities at each of their schools.

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Dr. Solek will report/update the Board on district topics.

1. School Improvement Plan Presentations:

    Ivy Drive School - Rosie Vojtek

    South Side School - David Huber

Rationale:  Stephen Nembirkow - BOE - School Business Administrator - Effective Date TBD

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Christine Francalangia – EPH – Instructional Support
Nancy Petrokansky – BCHS - English

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Savva Savvides – BEHS – Technology Education – Effective November 23, 2016
Keila Vega Rosario – CHMS – Science – Effective November 10, 2016

Rationale:  Caitlin Casasanta – EDGE – Grade 5 – Effective November 14, 2016

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Marie Hurd - EDGE - Science Leader
Marie Hurd - EDGE - Gifted Coach

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Joe Miller  - Softball Coach – CHMS, effective 10/27/16
Rick Block – Girls Basketball – West Bristol, effective 11/2/16
Harold Kilby – Girls Basketball – CHMS – effective 11/7/16
Darrell Darby – Girls Soccer – NEMS – effective 11/16/16
Mike Forgione – Head Girls Outdoor Track Coach – BCHS, effective 11/16/16

Rationale: 

Andrew Barton – Asst. Indoor Track Coach  – BEHS – effective 12/2/16
Ryan Broderick – Girls Basketball Coach – West Bristol – effective 11/28/16
Sara DeFillippi – Girls Basketball Coach – CHMS – effective 11/28/16
Juan Quintero - .5 Asst. Wrestling Coach – BCHS – effective 11/28/16
David Parent – Asst. Basketball Coach – BEHS – effective 12/2/16

Rationale: 

The policy committee has reviewed the following by-laws of the Board of Education and believes the current policies should be affirmed:

1000 - Concept, Goals and Role in Community Relations

1260 - Educational Foundations

1316 - Relations Between Public and School Personnel

Rationale: 

BACKGROUND:   Members of the public are invited to comment to the Board on any topic related to school business.

Items requiring consideration by the Board must be approved as an agenda item by a 2/3ds vote of the Board members present.  Such items may be referred for further study and not necessarily acted upon at this meeting. 

Anyone wishing to address the Board should adhere to the following procedures: 

1. Sign in on the Public Comment sign-in roster.
2. Wait to be recognized by the Board Chair.
3. Proceed to the speaker’s microphone.
4. Preface your remarks by stating your name and address.
5. Direct your comments to the Board chairman.
6. Please limit your comments to three minutes.
7. Any comments should be made in an appropriate manner, particularly if concerning a personnel matter.

 Board Policy #1120(a)

Rationale:  For several years, Bristol students interested in classical history have traveled to Greece to explore the remains of an ancient civilization whose political and cultural contributions continue to shape societies two millennium after their birth. Prior to the trip, students have taken classes to learn about the ideas of Pericles, Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Alexander the Great, Aristophanes, and Phidias. During the trip, they will take tours of the sites that inspired not only these Greek geniuses, but also the likes of William Shakespeare and Thomas Jefferson. Upon their return, students will have written a paper and earned ¼ course credit. We seek permission to continue this rich learning experience this summer. Proposal attached for further details.             

Rationale: 

In accordance with Section 1-21 of the Connecticut General Statutes and in keeping with Board of Education policy, a schedule of Board of Education meeting dates for the 2017 calendar year is required by the Town and City Clerk.

Board of Education meetings will be held the first Wednesday of every month* at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of the Board of Education Administration Building, located at 129 Church Street, Bristol, Connecticut.

*except August and September

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy inclusion.

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy inclusion.

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy inclusion.

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy inclusion.

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy revision.

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy and regulation revision.

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy revision

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy revision.

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy revision.

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy and regulation revision.

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy and regulation revision.

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy and regulation revision.

Rationale:  The Policy Committee of the Board of Education is recommending approval of the attached policy and regulation revision.

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The Board of Education will discuss any old business proper to come before the Board.

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The Board of Education will discuss any new business proper to come before the Board.

Rationale:  Any communications received or any questions by Board members concerning items not on the agenda and Commissioners reports on any groups/organizations in which they serve as Board of Education Liaisons.

Rationale: 

1.Bristol Association of Principals and Supervisors Contract

2. Superintendent Evaluation

Rationale:  There being no other business to come before the Board of Education the meeting should adjourn.