180 Broadway, Chicopee, MA 01020
February 15, 2006
The following members were present: Mayor Bissonnette, Dana Cutter, David Barsalou, Marjorie Wojcik, Michael Pise, Debra Styckiewicz, Susan Lopes, Donald Lamothe, Sharon Nawrocki and Mary Beth Costello.
Absent were Susan Lecca and Chester Szetela.
Also present were: Richard W. Rege, Jr., James Devine, JoAnn Kupiec, Debra Schneeweis, Ronald Simard, Adrian Flink, Andrea Stolar, Laurie Conz,, Atty. Claire Thompson, Sandra Stasiowski, Deb McCarthy, Sarah Hoar, David Hungerford, Stephanie Grzelak, Rachel Feyre, Tracy Farrar, Michael Drzyzga, Melissa Garner, Rachel Cullen, Marissa McCarthy, Public Attendance: Lisa Bienvenue, Sandra Peret, Jeanna Casey, Dylan Casey.
Superintendent’s Briefing:
The Superintendent’s briefing convened at 6:30 PM. The Superintendent reviewed the evening’s agenda. The Committee discussed the Energy Management Consultant Services offered by Energy Education Inc. and the City’s Energy Conservation Commission.
Call To Order:
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bissonnette, Chairperson, at 7:00 PM and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Moment of Silence:
A moment of silence was observed for those who serve in the military and for others who help to protect us.
Roll Call Board Attendance:
Mayor Bissonnette - present Mr. Cutter - present
Mr. Barsalou - present Mrs. Wojcik - present
Mr. Pise - present Mrs. Styckiewicz - present
Mrs. Lopes - present Mr. Lamothe - present
Mrs. Nawrocki - present Mrs. Costello - present
Mr. Szetela - absent Mrs. Lecca - absent
The roll call indicated 10 members present and 2 absent.
Public Announcement:
Mr. Rege announced the up-coming Parent Academy, Passenger Safety Week, Career Technical Education Week and acknowledged “Shadow Day”. Mayor Bissonnette announced that the City is close to finalizing the funding agreement for the Chicopee Comprehensive High School Building Project and completing the Chicopee High School Building Project.
Open Public Input:
Dylan Casey addressed the Committee regarding the creation of a wrestling team. Lisa Bienvenue and Sandra Peret spoke regarding the Superintendent’s Briefings.
Student Advisory Council
Stephanie Grzelak, Chairperson, discussed the results from the Senior Survey.
Lindamood-Bell
David Hungerford, Director of Human Learning Management® Department, gave a brief presentation on the Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes and Chicopee’s success with the program.
Approval of Minutes:
06-2-12
VOTED: On motion by Mr. Cutter to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the School Committee held on February 1, 2006.
Hand vote – 10 present in favor – 2 absent and the motion PASSED.
06-2-13
VOTED: On motion by Mrs. Lopes to approve the minutes of the New School Committee Member Workshop held on February 7, 2006.
Hand vote – 10 present in favor – 2 absent and the motion PASSED.
Financial Matters:
06-2-14
A motion was made by Mr. Pise to approve the transfer of funds (8) totaling $424,837.40.
The roll call vote was as follows:
Mayor Bissonnette - yes Mr. Cutter - yes
Mr. Barsalou - yes Mrs. Wojcik - yes
Mr. Pise - yes Mrs. Styckiewicz - yes
Mrs. Lopes - yes Mr. Lamothe - yes
Mrs. Nawrocki - yes Mrs. Costello - yes
Mr. Szetela - absent Mrs. Lecca - absent
The roll call vote was 10 yes – 2 absent and the motion PASSED.
Reports:
06-2-15
VOTED: On motion by Mrs. Nawrocki to receive the Report on Personnel Action Taken.
Hand vote – 10 present in favor – 2 absent and the motion PASSED.
Communication and Other Matters:
06-2-16
VOTED: On motion by Mrs. Costello to authorize the Telecommunications Department to videotape for telecasting on CSC-TV, Cable Channel 5, the Bellamy Middle School National Junior Honor Society Induction Ceremony at no cost to the School Department.
Hand vote – 10 present in favor – 2 absent and the motion PASSED.
06-2-17
VOTED: On motion by Mrs. Styckiewicz to approve the first reading of the Admissions to Secondary School Sponsored/Supervised Events.
Hand vote – 10 present in favor – 2 absent and the motion PASSED.
06-2-18
VOTED: On motion by Mr. Lamothe to remove Energy Management Consultant Services from the table.
Hand vote – 10 present in favor – 2 absent and the motion PASSED.
The Committee discussed the proposed contract with Energy Education Inc. for Energy Management Consultant Services.
VOTED: On motion by Mr. Pise to table Energy Management Consultant Services.
Hand vote – 10 present in favor – 2 absent and the motion PASSED.
VOTED: On motion by Mrs. Wojcik to have a 5- minute recess.
Hand vote – 10 present in favor – 2 absent and the motion PASSED.
Discussion Topic: “Old CHS” Reuse and “Ripple Effect Redistricting”
Mr. Rege reviewed the basic tenants of his Draft Plan for the Reuse of the “Old Chicopee High School”. Mrs. Costello noted the importance of public hearings and input. The Committee agreed. Mrs. Lopes requested more information on Sweeney School.
VOTED: On motion by Mr. Lamothe to refer the Draft Plan for the Reuse of the “Old Chicopee High School” to the Facilities Subcommittee.
Hand vote – 10 present in favor – 2 absent and the motion PASSED.
Old Business:
Attendance Policy
VOTED: On motion by Mrs. Wojcik to refer the Attendance Policy to the Policy and Human Resources Subcommittee for discussion especially looking at the issue of missing the limit of days but passing the course.
Hand vote – 9 present in favor – 1 opposed – 2 absent and the motion PASSED.
*Mr. Cutter was opposed.
New Business:
*Mr. Pise requested on report on programs run in schools to help deter drug and alcohol abuse.
*Mr. Cutter requested Mr. Rege to send a thank you letter to Donna Lee for the recent fundraiser at Chicopee Academy.
*Mrs. Costello requested Mr. Rege to send a thank you letter to the Student Advisory Council for their work on the Senior Survey.
Adjournment:
VOTED: On motion by Mr. Lamothe to adjourn at 10:11 PM
Hand vote – 10 present in favor –2 absent and the motion PASSED.
Respectfully Submitted,
Richard W. Rege, Jr.
School Committee Secretary
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