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January 5, 2012
A meeting of the Berlin Board of Education was held in the Berlin High School library beginning at 6:00 p.m. Present for the meeting were, Nicole Plourde, Karin Dorval, Nathan Morin, Linda Pivin, Martha Laflamme, Corinne Cascadden, Bryan Lamirande, Dan Record, Amy Huter, Gary Bisson, Georgia Caron, Roland Pinette, Louise Valliere, Ken Proulx, Dori Ducharme, Lucie Remillard, Russell Otis, and members of the press.
MINUTES On a motion by Nathan Morin, seconded by Martha Laflamme, the Board voted to approve the minutes of
the December 15, 2011, public and nonpublic sessions. The motion passed unanimously.
WARRANTS On a motion by Linda Pivin, seconded by Karin Dorval, the Board voted to approve the warrants dated, January 2, and January 9, 2012 for the amounts of $3,926.98 and $870,556.78. On a roll call vote, all members voted in the affirmative; with Martha Laflamme abstaining.
FINANCIAL REPORT None
COMMENTS None
PRIMEX On a motion by Nathan Morin, seconded by Martha Laflamme, the Board voted to approve the Primex Workers’ Compensation Policy as presented. This action will allow the School Department to be independent of the City of Berlin Primex policy. On a roll call vote, all members voted in the affirmative.
REVISION GCRD On a motion by Nathan Morin, seconded by Karin Dorval, the Board voted to remove from the table the revision of Policy GCRD and to approve the new version as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
1st RDG I POLICIES On a motion by Karin Dorval, seconded by Martha Laflamme, the Board voted to approve the first reading of I Policies, IA – Instructional Goals, IC – School Year, ICA – School Calendar, IF – Instructional Approach, IFA – Instructional Needs of Students, IGAA – Citizenship Education, IGD – Curriculum Adoption, IHAK – Character and Citizenship Education, IHBCA – Programs for Pregnant Students, IHBGA – Homebound Instruction, IMC – Controversial Speakers and Programs, IMDA – Patriotic Exercises, INA – Teaching Methods, INB – Flag Displays, INB-R – Flag Displays, IND – School Observances as amended. The motion passed unanimously.
SUPER’S REPORT The Superintendent informed the Board of the following issues:
- NHIAA’s denial of Ice Hockey classification appeal
- Principals search update
- The Superintendent thanked Martha Laflamme and Linda Pivin for all their hard work and dedication to the Berlin Public Schools.
FY13 BUDGET The Superintendent informed the Board of the Budget Highlights. The Building Principals reviewed their staff requests, (BHS – full time Library Media Specialist, Brown School, two Educational Assistants). Discussion ensued regarding funding for the After School Program, Updating Text Books, and the Budget impact on tax dollars. Information was also shared about two Bonds totaling six million dollars that are maturing in
January 2013. Further discussion for CIP items in relation to Bond payments will be addressed.
COMMENTS None
NEW BUSINESS Martha Laflamme felt that during school events such as Christmas Concerts, staff members need to be in attendance during the event to maintain control and to address any issues that may arise. She also thanked the administration for their support during her tenure on the Board.
NON PUBLIC On a motion by Martha Laflamme, seconded by Nathan Morin, the Board voted to go into nonpublic session at 7:33 p.m. in accordance with RSA 91-A3II, (a), (b) & (c). On a roll call vote, all members voted in the affirmative.
On a motion by Nathan Morin, seconded by Martha Laflamme, the Board voted to come out of nonpublic session at 8:37 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. No additional votes were taken in nonpublic session.
STAFFING On a motion by Martha Laflamme, seconded by Linda Pivin, the Board voted to eliminate the current Assistant Principal position at BJHS and Hillside. The motion passed unanimously.
On a motion by Karin Dorval, seconded by Nathan Morin, the Board voted to change the District Computer Technician compensation from salary to hourly. On a roll call vote, all members voted in the affirmative.
On a motion by Martha Laflamme, seconded by Linda Pivin the Board voted to approve the IT Director salary schedule as amended. On a roll call vote, all members voted in the affirmative.
On a motion by Martha Laflamme, seconded by Linda Pivin, the Board voted to accept the following staffing changes:
NOMINATIONS:
Scott Fortin – District Computer Technician
Amanda Bradford – Hillside Math Assistant
Autumn Vaillancourt – Individual Aide – Hillside School
MATERNITY LEAVE:
Jessica Henderson – Social Studies Teacher - BJHS
All nominations are contingent on the applicant passing a criminal record check.
ADJOURN On a motion by Martha Laflamme, seconded by Karin Dorval, the Board voted to adjourn it’s meeting at 8:39 p.m. The motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Secretary, Berlin Board of Education
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