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School Department
Board Room DRAFT
Mr. Callaghan called
the meeting to order at Mr. Hopkins discussed
the Space Information handout sheet in detail; reviewing the current modular
classroom configurations and student population. A
detailed overview of the space needs status at each elementary and secondary
school was also conducted. Lengthy discussion
ensued between board members and administrators regarding the best options
for alignment of grades to best meet the educational needs of students. Mrs. Parker expressed
the need to exhaust all possible solutions of reconfiguration within the
elementary schools before considering a new building. Dr. Pastelis strongly suggested a
population study be conducted before any final decisions are made, it is
essential to have this data to analyze as part of the process to a solution. Mr. Connelly and other members indicated
that the first step in this process if to find out educationally what is
needed, then proceed with a focus and direction. The Board requested
that the Superintendent compile recommendations to present to the Board, with
input from the District Management Team from some of the ideas and options
discussed this evening: neighborhood
schools are positive; how community will be affected; quality education is
first priority. Mr. Connelly moved,
second by Mr. Brennan, to adjourn. On
a unanimous vote, the Board adjourned at |