3/5/2008 SCHOOL COMMITTEE Minutes

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i i Mrs. Bradshaw thanked Mrs. Doyle for her many years ofservice. 9.2 Administrative Reports Mrs. Bradshaw reviewed the administrative reports. Mrs. Grady inquired about the high school front door buzzers. Mrs. St. Cyr stated that Mr. Tripp is working with the vendors on the problem. Mrs. Grady inquired about the shetrock damage at the high school. Mrs. St. Cyr informed her it was various, school-wide repairs. i Mrs. Grady also inquired about the repairs to the 1997 dump truck. She requested an itemized report from Mr. Tripp for the next finance meeting. 9.3 Enrollments Mrs. Bradshaw reviewed the following enrollments as of March 1, Zoo : Coombs School 47 1, Quashnet School 540, High School 917. 9.4 out of School Suspension Mrs. Bradshaw reviewed the suspension reports. 9.5 Monthly Calendar Mrs. Bradshaw reviewed the monthly calendar for March. XI. Strategic Plan Progress Mrs. Bradshaw gave a PowerPoint presentation on Strategic Plan progress. She explained that the Strategic Plan is a living document developed by staff, parents, and community members and is used to gain excellence. She stated that the measure of our success involves: • Gains in INCAS scores * Advanced placement at the high school • Curriculum Reaching the community Mrs. Bradshaw explained that strong progress has been made in the following areas: • Highly qualified teachers • Using assessment to improve learning • Providing enrichment to students Ellen Bankston spoke about professional development. She explained that professional development must be sustained, long-term, collaborative, and data driven. She discussed the professional learning community. Ms. Bankston explained that some things being done to improve MCAS are: 0 Math coaches * MCAS test question practice a Grade 7&8 math lab project • Graduate math course Regular School Committee Meeting of o