THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING

Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Conference Room – Main Office

In-Person Meeting

4:00 p.m.

A portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session.

AGENDA

1.  OPENING OF MEETING

      A.  Committee Members:  Steven Sedlack, Chairman; 

            Scott Beecher, Theresa Padin, Kristin Peterson

      B.  Others:  Greg Shugrue, Head of School

                          Diane Cook, Business Manager

                          

2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES

     A.  Meeting of June 21, 2021

          1.  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

3.  DISCUSSION OF NON-SALARIED EMPLOYEES

      

4.  DISCUSSION OF UPCOMING GEA NEGOTIATIONS

     

5.  OTHER

6.  ADJOURNMENT

     

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

REGULAR MEETING

WEDNESDAY, JULY 21, 2021

THE GILBERT SCHOOL

Library

7:00 P.M.

AGENDA

(A portion of this meeting may be held in executive session.)

 

  1.  OPENING OF MEETING

 

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

       Scott Beecher                            Ellen Marino                                             Doug Pfenninger

       Richard Dutton                                 Theresa Padin                                            Astrid Robitaille

       Jennifer Marchand                                    Kristen Peterson                                            Steven Sedlack

   
    Administration                                                                                                                                             Greg P. Shugrue – Head of School                                                                                

                                                                                                              

  A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Theresa Padin 

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Theresa Padin

 

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:
All students can learn and be successful. 
All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.
All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.
All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.
Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.
 

  2.  PUBLIC FORUM                                                 2 Min.

       A.  General Public     

  3.  CALL FOR AGENDA ITEMS

  4.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES

       A.  Minutes of Meeting – June 16, 2021

             1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

        B.  Minutes of Special Meeting – June 28, 2021

              1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

  5.  RESIGNATION OF W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION MEMBER 5 Min.

 

  6.  DISCUSSION OF HEAD OF SCHOOL’S ENTRY PLAN             20 Min.

 

  7.  ADJOURNMENT

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING

Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Conference Room – Main Office

In-Person Meeting

4:00 p.m.

A portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session.

AGENDA

1.  OPENING OF MEETING

      A.  Committee Members:  Steven Sedlack, Chairman; 

            Scott Beecher, Theresa Padin, Kristin Peterson

      B.  Others:  Greg Shugrue, Head of School

                      

2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES

     A.  Meeting of July 20, 2021

          1.  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

3.  DISCUSSION - GEA CONTRACT 

          

4.  OTHER

5.  ADJOURNMENT

     

 

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

REGULAR MEETING

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2021

THE GILBERT SCHOOL

Library

6:30 P.M.

AGENDA

(A portion of this meeting may be held in executive session.)

 

  1.  OPENING OF MEETING

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

       Scott Beecher                                          Jennifer Marchand                                         Kristin Peterson  

       Holly Cassaday                                   Ellen Marino                                           Doug Pfenninger  

       Richard Dutton                                            Theresa Padin                                             Steven Sedlack

                       

       Administration                                                                                                                                                             Greg P. Shugrue                                                                                                                  

Head of School                                                                                

                                                                                                              

  A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Kristen Peterson 

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Kristen Peterson

 

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

 

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:

• All students can learn and be successful.

• All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.

• All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.

• All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.

• Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.

 

  2.  PUBLIC FORUM                                                 2 Min.

       A.  General Public

      

  3.  CALL FOR AGENDA ITEMS

 

  4.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES

       A.  Minutes of Special Meeting – August 11, 2021

             1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

        B.  Minutes of Regular Meeting – July 21, 2021

              1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

  5.  COMMITTEE REPORTS                                                                     10 Min.    A.  Finance

             1.  Report on Meeting:  August 18, 2021

             2.  Monthly Finance Report 

             3.  Use of COVID Reserve 

             4.  Next Meeting:  September 15, 2021 

       B.  Personnel  

  1.  Report on Meeting: July 20, 2021, August 10, 202l

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       C.  Policy

     1.  Report on Meeting:  July 29, 2021

  2.  See Action Item #8

  3.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       D.  Building & Grounds

  1.  Report on Meeting: June 10, 2021

  2.  Possible Review of Tennis Court Reconstruction Project

  3.  Next Meeting:  September 15, 2021

        E.  Celebration of Education:  No meeting to report

 

  6.  APPROVAL OF CERTIFIED STAFF RESIGNATIONS               5 Min.

       A.  Karri Moran, Math Teacher

              1.  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

       B.  Jeffrey Even, English Teacher

             1. Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

       C.  Catherine Lanyon, Math Teacher

             1.  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

       D.  Sarah Schackner, Math Teacher

             1.  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

       E.  David Gewanter, Physics Teacher

             1.  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

 7.  APPROVAL OF CERTIFIED STAFF HIRES             10 Min.

       A.  Connor Masten, English/Academic Support Teacher

             1. Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

       B.  Stephanie Singleton, English Teacher

             1. Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

       C.  Nikita Tarabara, English/Academic Support Teacher

             1. Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

       D.  Vanessa Zeskand, English Interventionist

              1. Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

        E.  Jessica Pelletier, Spanish Teacher

              1. Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

        F.  Magdalena Kruk, Spanish Teacher

              1. Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

  8.  APPROVAL OF CHROMEBOOK POLICY/INTERNET AGREEMENT                       10 Min.

       A.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____      

 

  9.  HEAD OF SCHOOL REPORT   10 Min. 

       A.  Greg P. Shugrue

              1.  School Improvement Plan

              2.  Re-opening Plan

              3.  Staffing

              4.  Summer Projects

              5.  Core Documents

         

10.  BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORTS                                                                         5 Min.

       A.  Winchester

 

11.  SCHOOL CORPORATION CHAIRMAN’S REPORT     5 Min.

       A.  Steven Sedlack, Chair. The W. L. Gilbert School Corp.

             1.  Legislative Bill Update

             2.  Discussion of Board Attorney

             3.  WBOE Negotiations Update

                     

12.  OTHER

 

13.  ADJOURNMENT

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

REGULAR MEETING

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

THE GILBERT SCHOOL

Library

6:30 P.M.

AGENDA

(A portion of this meeting may be held in executive session.)

 

  1.  OPENING OF MEETING

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

       Scott Beecher                                          Jennifer Marchand                                         Kristin Peterson  

       Holly Cassaday                                   Ellen Marino                                           Doug Pfenninger  

       Richard Dutton                                            Theresa Padin                                             Steven Sedlack

                       

       Administration                                                                                              Student Representatives                                                                                           Greg P. Shugrue                                                                                                 

Head of School                                                                                

                                                                                                              

  A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Doug Pfenninger 

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Doug Pfenninger

 

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

 

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:

• All students can learn and be successful.

• All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.

• All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.

• All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.

• Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.

 

  2.  PUBLIC FORUM                                                 5 Min.

       A.  General Public

       B.  Introduction of Student Representatives

      

  3.  CALL FOR AGENDA ITEMS

 

  4.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES

        A.  Minutes of Regular Meeting – August 18, 2021

              1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

  5.  COMMITTEE REPORTS                                                                     10 Min.    A.  Finance

             1.  Report on Meeting:  September 15, 2021

             2.  Monthly Finance Report 

             4.  Next Meeting:  October 20, 2021 

       B.  Personnel  

  1.  Report on Meeting: No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       C.  Policy

     1.  Report on Meeting:  No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       D.  Building & Grounds

  1.  Report on Meeting: September 15, 2021

  2.  Possible Review of Tennis Court Reconstruction Project

  3.  Next Meeting:  October 20, 2021

        E.  Celebration of Education:  No meeting to report

 

  6.  APPROVAL OF CERTIFIED STAFF HIRE             5 Min.

       A.  Maryann Salvatore, Math

             1. Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

  7.  INTRODUCTION OF NEW CERTIFIED STAFF             20 Min.

       A.  Magdalena Kruk, Spanish

       B.  Tammy Johnson, Winchester Special Education

       C.  Connor Masten, English

       D.  Jessica Pelletier, Spanish

       E.  Maryann Salvatore, Math

       F.  Stephanie Singleton, English

       G.  Tiffany Thompson, Winchester Social Worker

       H.  Nikita Tarabara, English

        I.  Vanessa Zeskand, English

 

  8.  APPROVAL OF LINE ITEM TRANSFERS             10 Min.

 

  9.  HEAD OF SCHOOL REPORT   10 Min. 

       A.  Greg P. Shugrue

              1. School Opening Update

         

10.  BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORTS                                                                         5 Min.

       A.  Winchester

 

11.  SCHOOL CORPORATION CHAIRMAN’S REPORT     5 Min.

       A.  Steven Sedlack, Chair. The W. L. Gilbert School Corp.

             1.  Legislative Bill Update

             2.  WBOE Negotiations Update

             3.  Greg Bezz Agreement

             3.  Committee Assignments Update

             4.  Update on GEA Negotiations

                     

12.  OTHER

 

13.  POSSIBLE EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

14.  ADJOURNMENT

 

          

  

 

 

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

REGULAR MEETING

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2021

THE GILBERT SCHOOL

Library

6:30 P.M.

AGENDA

(A portion of this meeting may be held in executive session.)

 

  1.  OPENING OF MEETING

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

       Scott Beecher                                          Jennifer Marchand                                         Kristin Peterson  

       Holly Cassaday                                   Ellen Marino                                           Doug Pfenninger  

       Richard Dutton                                            Theresa Padin                                             Steven Sedlack

                       

       Administration                                                                                              Student Representatives                                                                                           Greg P. Shugrue                                                                                                                 Taylor Amery

Head of School                                                                                                   Concetto Marino

                                                                                                              

  A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Steven Sedlack 

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Steven Sedlack

 

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

 

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:

• All students can learn and be successful.

• All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.

• All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.

• All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.

• Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.

 

  2.  PUBLIC FORUM                                                             10 Min.

       A.  General Public

             The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation welcomes comments from the public.  Please give your               name and address.  Speakers will be limited to three (3) minutes.  (Board Policy 1120).

       B.  Introduction of Student Representatives by Head of School

             1.  Student Report

      

  3.  CALL FOR AGENDA ITEMS

 

  4.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5 Min.

        A.  Minutes of Regular Meeting – September 15, 2021

              1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

 

  5.  COMMITTEE REPORTS                                                                     10 Min.    A.  Finance

             1.  Report on Meeting:  October 20, 2021

             2.  Monthly Finance Report 

             4.  Next Meeting:  November 17, 2021 

       B.  Personnel  

  1.  Report on Meeting: No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       C.  Policy

     1.  Report on Meeting:  October 14, 2021 

  2.  Next Meeting:  October 28, 2021

       D.  Building & Grounds

  1.  Report on Meeting: October 20, 2021

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       E.  Celebration of Education:  No meeting to report

 

  6.  FIRST READING OF POLICIES             20 Min.

       A.  Governor Lamont’s Executive Order No. 13A Policy

       B.  Governor Lamont’s Executive Order No. 13G Policy

       C.  Policy 6146 Graduation Requirements

       D.  Policy 6146.11 Weighted Grades

       E.  Virtual/Online Courses/College/University Courses

 

  7.  HEAD OF SCHOOL REPORT   10 Min. 

       A.  Greg P. Shugrue

                       

  8.  BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT         5 Min.    

       A. Winchester

 

  9.  SCHOOL CORPORATION CHAIRMAN’S REPORT     5 Min.

       A.  Steven Sedlack, Chair. The W. L. Gilbert School Corp.

             1.  WBOE Negotiations Update

             2.  Update on GEA Negotiations

                     

10.  OTHER

 

11.  POSSIBLE EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

12.  ADJOURNMENT

 

          

  

 

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

Minutes of Regular Meeting 

July 21, 2021

A regular meeting of The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation was held on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 in the Library.  The meeting was called to order by Chairman Steven Sedlack at 7:03 P.M.  

 

Members in attendance were Scott Beecher, Richard Dutton, Jennifer Marchand, Ellen Marino, Theresa Padin, Kristin Peterson, and Doug Pfenninger.

Also in attendance were Greg Shugrue, Head of School. 

Absent: Astrid Robitaille

 

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by T. Padin.

 

The Vision and Mission statements were read by T. Padin.

 

Town Clerk Sheila Sedlack administered the oath to D. Pfenninger

 

Public Forum: None. D. Pfenninger welcomed G. Shugrue as Head of School on behalf of the Winchester Board of Education.

 

Call for Agenda Items: 

A motion was made by K. Peterson, seconded by J. Dutton to add committee assignments to Item 7 on the Agenda.  

 Vote:  Yeas:  8    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0

Approved

 

Approval of Minutes: 

A motion was made by T. Padin, seconded by R. Dutton to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held June 16, 2021. 

 Vote:  Yeas:  7    Nays:  0    Abstain:  1 (D. Pfenninger)

Approved

 

A motion was made by J. Marchand, seconded by K. Peterson to approve the Minutes of the Special Meeting held June 28, 2021. 

 Vote:  Yeas:  6    Nays:  0    Abstain:  2 (R. Dutton, E. Marino)

Approved

 

Resignation of W.L. Gilbert School Corporation Member:

A motion was made by J. Marchand, seconded by K. Peterson to accept the resignation of Astrid Robitaille with regret.   

Vote:  Yeas:  8    Nays:  0    Abstain:  1  

Approved

 

Head of School Entry Plan: 
G. Shugrue presented his entry plan by explaining his core values and beliefs that all students can learn and educators must prepare and provide tools to make students successful. Educators must also promote equity, diversity and a community of inclusiveness. He articulated his Pillars of 4C’s – Compassion, Collaboration, Communication and Consistency. His approach is to Listen, Learn, Share and Build by establishing relationships with internal and external stakeholders. He outlined his Goals developing and maintaining effective relationships with the Corporation, Trustees, WPS, local community and focusing on high-quality academic instruction.  Over the past several weeks he has had several meetings with individuals such as the WPS Superintendent, Regional 7 Superintendent, Chief of Police and several other local officials. He strongly emphasizes collaboration between the WBOE and GBOE.  He is auditing school and student safety, reconvening the safety committee to make sure plans are updated and accurate. He wants to share organizational effectiveness including having current student handbooks, faculty handbooks, teacher’s evaluation plans and program of studies that comply with the state guidelines. He suggested a retreat with the board which was well received and scheduled for August 11 at 6pm. He encouraged all board members to visit the school and reach out to him at any time and will be sending an invitation for convocation on August 23, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. and hopes all board members can attend. 

 

Committee Assignments:

S. Sedlack and G. Shugrue reported the need to establish a policy for chrome book usage and explained the urgency to have a policy adopted prior to the opening of school. A meeting of the policy committee is scheduled for July 29th at 8:30am via Zoom.  S. Sedlack discussed the need to address committee assignments. T. Padin requested to be added to policy and removed from Finance. D. Pfenninger suggested he be on Building and Grounds. S. Sedlack will work on updating the committee assignments and finalize it once the new board member replacing A. Robitaille is appointed.

 

Adjournment:

A motion was made by E. Marino, seconded by J. Marchand, to adjourn the meeting at 8:04 p.m.

Vote:  Yeas:  8   Nays:  0   Abstain  0  

Approved.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Ellen Marino

 

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

Minutes of Special Meeting 

August 11, 2021

A special meeting of The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation was held on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 in the Library.  The meeting was called to order by Chairman Steven Sedlack at 6:02 P.M.  

 

Members in attendance were Scott Beecher, Richard Dutton, Ellen Marino, Theresa Padin, Kristin Peterson, and Doug Pfenninger.

Also in attendance were Greg Shugrue, Head of School, and the following members of his administrative team: Donald Crossman, Maura Hurley, Julie MacDougal, Debra Lewis, Patrick Cooke and Timothy Hoffman. 

Absent: Jennifer Marchand, and Holly Cassaday (not sworn in as board member yet)

 

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by T. Padin.

 

The Vision and Mission statements were read by T. Padin.

 

G. Shugrue and his administrative team presented a slide show on the School Improvement Plan and also provided a printed copy to the Board members. They showed results of tests scores over the past 5 years for SAT, PSAT 11, PSAT 10, PSAT 9, PSAT 9 and SBAC and highlighted area needed for improvement. They introduced Theories of Action in areas of Academics, School Culture, Aspirations and Student Belonging and highlighted strategies that will be implemented to achieve measurable goals. For Academics, the goal is to show growth on the SBAC, PSAT, NGSS, SRI, Star and SAT assessments with a target of 10% increase of students meeting or exceeding goals.  For School Culture strategies will include incorporating 7-12 advisory programs to address students’ social-emotional needs with the goal of students becoming more engaged and taking ownership of their own learning. For Aspirations, they will work with students to develop necessary skill sets to help them become successful after high school, whether it be in college, the work force or the military. The last Theory of Action is Student Belonging which strives to achieve a more inclusive learning environment. The team discussed the changing demographics of the community and the ever increasing needs of the students and efforts to achieve more diversity in staffing to better relate to the student demographic. The plan established Smart Goals in Grade Level Reading, Grade Level Mathematics, Science and Special Education Reading with set timelines and G. Shugrue will report back to the Board periodically to report on the progress of this educational improvement plan.

 

Adjournment:

A motion was made by S. Beecher, seconded by K. Peterson, to adjourn the meeting at 7:52 p.m.

Vote:  Yeas:  7   Nays:  0   Abstain  0  

Approved.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Ellen Marino

 

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

Minutes of Regular Meeting 

August 18, 2021

A regular meeting of The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation was held on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 in the Library.  The meeting was called to order by Chairman Steven Sedlack at 7:00 P.M.  

 

Members in attendance were Holly Cassaday, Richard Dutton, Jennifer Marchand, Ellen Marino, Theresa Padin, and Doug Pfenninger.

Also in attendance were Greg Shugrue, Head of School, Diane Cook, Business Affairs Manager 

Absent: Scott Beecher and Kristin Peterson

 

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by S. Sedlack.

 

The Vision and Mission statements were read by S. Sedlack.

 

S. Sedlack reported that Town Clerk Sheila Sedlack administered the oath to new board Member Holly Cassaday earlier in the day at the Town Hall.

 

Public Forum: None.

 

Call for Agenda Items: None.

 

Approval of Minutes: 

A motion was made by J. Marchand, seconded by T. Padin to approve the Minutes of the Special Meeting held August 11, 2021.  

 Vote:  Yeas:  5    Nays:  0    Abstain:  2 (J. Marchand, H. Cassaday)

Approved

 

A motion was made by T. Padin, seconded by J. Marchand to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held July 21, 2021. 

 Vote:  Yeas:  6    Nays:  0    Abstain:  1 (H. Cassaday)

Approved

 

Committee Reports:

Finance – J. Marchand reported on the Monthly Income and Expense Report and noted there is not much to report since it is so early in the fiscal year. She said ESSER II funds were used for summer school and greatly defrayed the expense. We still have unresolved budget amount of $250,000.00 and she reported that the Trust informed the School Board in a letter dated July 5, 2021 that it will not be making any accruals towards the cost of the School’s ELL services as that is part of the tuition payments. There was discussion on this issue and it was revealed that originally there were two ELL positions, one dedicated to serve international students, that the Trust underwrote but now there is only one position, which was already budgeted.

 

Personnel -  S. Sedlack reported that the committee met on August 17, 2021 and agreed to guidelines and timelines for teacher negotiations and scheduled series of meeting. Hopefully mediation or arbitration will not be required. 

 

Policy – Policy committee met on July 29, 2021 and action will be taken on the approval of the chromebook policy and internet agreement later in this meeting.

 

Buildings and Grounds:  G. Shugrue said he would report on this area in the Head of School Report.

 

Celebration of Education- No Meeting to report 

 

Approval of Certified Staff Resignations:

A motion was made by E. Marino, seconded by H. Marchand, to accept the following resignations of certified staff with regret: Karri Moran, Math Teacher, Jeffrey Even, English Teacher, Catherine Lanyon, Language Arts Teacher, Sarah Schackner, Math Teacher and David Gewanter, Physics Teacher.    

Vote:  Yeas:  7    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0 

Approved

 

Approval of Certified Staff Hires:

A motion was made by J. Marchand, seconded by T. Padin, to hire Connor Masten, as English/Academic Supoort Teacher.    

Vote:  Yeas:  7    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0 

Approved

 

A motion was made by R. Dutton, seconded by J. Marchand, to hire Stephanie Singleton, as English Teacher.    

Vote:  Yeas:  7    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0 

Approved

 

A motion was made by T. Padin, seconded by R. Dutton, to hire Nikita Tarabara, as English/Academic Support Teacher.    

Vote:  Yeas:  7    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0 

Approved

 

A motion was made by E. Marino, seconded by H. Cassaday, to hire Vanessa Zeskand, as English Interventionist.    

Vote:  Yeas:  7    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0 

Approved

 

A motion was made by T. Padin, seconded by H. Cassaday, to hire Jessica Pelletier, as Spanish Teacher.    

Vote:  Yeas:  7    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0 

Approved

 

A motion was made by H. Cassaday, seconded by D. Pfenninger, to hire Magdalena Kruk, as Spanish Interventionist.    

Vote:  Yeas:  7    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0 

Approved

 

Approval of Chromebook Policy/Internet Agreement:

Policy Committee recommend waiving the second reading so that the policies could be in place before school begins and explained that the changes in the policies were ministerial in nature, basically changing the iPad policy to Chromebook Policy. 

 

A motion was made by D. Pfenninger, seconded by T. Padin, to approve the Chromebook Policy and Internet Agreement as presented.    

Vote:  Yeas:  7    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0 

 

Head of School Report:

G. Shugrue reported that the School Improvement Plan was developed with his leadership team on July 25th and 26th and presented to the Board on August 11, highlighting his Pillars of 4C’s (Compassion, Collaboration, Communication, Consistency). This plan will be reviewed on August 24th at the Faculty Meeting. The School Re-Opening Plan went out to families and staff and a ZOOM meeting was held on August 17th for discussion or questions on the plan. The School is in need of a Math teacher and Math Interventionist and G. Shugrue reported that there is an alarming shortage of math teachers in CT. He may be bringing in a long-term substitute and may have current faculty pick up some additional courses, compensated accordingly, to meet the school’s needs. New teacher orientation is Friday, August 20th. Opening day for 7th & 9th graders is August 25, 2021 and the full school on August 26, 2021. CIAC reports full sports as usual with exception of masks required for indoor sports. Regarding summer projects, the Duct cleaning will be completed on Friday, August 20, 2021. Progress is nearly complete on the auditorium roof and the new phone system should be fully implemented tomorrow, August 19th.  He reported that Core Documents such as Teacher Evaluations, Program of Studies, Teacher and Student Handbooks have all been completed.    

 

Board of Education Reports:

1. Winchester

D. Pfenninger reported that Winchester Public Schools has 99 Kindergarten students enrolled. Hinsdale project is progressing but there was a setback with the sanitary lines which will increase costs by $250,000 and extend the project out another 4 weeks. The extra cost will be covered by the contingency fund. WPS also had some new hires and reports there are a total of 167 employees for the current school year.

 

S.Sedlack suggested adding the Trust as Item B under this section of the Agenda since the Trust is another sending district so the Board could get reports on enrollment and other relevant matters. 

 

School Corporation Chairman’s Report:

S. Sedlack reported that the Legislation proposed by the Town affecting endowed academies was not pick up and apparently is dead. He reported that Greg Bezz, the Board Attorney, is recovering from Chemotherapy but is prepared to continue as Board’s counsel. There was discussion regarding the changes in the firm Siegel O’Connell and the consensus of the Board was to remain with Greg Bezz as Board Attorney.  There has been no meetings regarding WBOE negotiations and S. Sedlack said that would likely begin after the November elections. 

 

Adjournment:

A motion was made by T. Padin, seconded by H. Cassaday, to adjourn the meeting at 8:18 p.m.

Vote:  Yeas:  7   Nays:  0   Abstain  0  

Approved.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Ellen Marino

 

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

Minutes of Regular Meeting 

September 15, 2021

A regular meeting of The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation was held on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 in the Library.  The meeting was called to order by Chairman Steven Sedlack at 6:33 P.M.  

 

Members in attendance were Scott Beecher, Holly Cassaday, Richard Dutton, Jennifer Marchand, Ellen Marino, Theresa Padin, Kristin Peterson and Doug Pfenninger.

Also in attendance were Greg Shugrue, Head of School, Diane Cook, Business Affairs Manager 

Absent: None

 

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by D. Pfenninger.

 

The Vision and Mission statements were read by D. Pfenninger.

 

Public Forum: None.

 

Call for Agenda Items: 

A motion was made by H. Cassaday, seconded by J. Marchand to move Item 7 (Introduction of New Certified Staff) to Item 3 after the Call for Agenda items.   

 Vote:  Yeas:  9    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0

Approved

 

A motion was made by K. Peterson, seconded by T. Padin to add the item eSports as item 8B.   

 Vote:  Yeas:  9    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0

Approved

 

A motion was made by D. Pfenninger, seconded by J. Marchand to add discussion regarding vaccination rates of eligible students as Item 8C.    

 Vote:  Yeas:  9    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0

Approved

 

Introduction of New Certified Staff:

G. Shugrue introduced the following new certified staff to the Board:

Magdalena Kruk, Spanish

Tammy Johnson, Winchester Special Education

Connor Masten, English

Jessica Pelletier, Spanish

Maryann Salvatore, Math

Stephanie Singleton, English

Tiffany Thompson, Winchester Social Worker

Nikita Tarabara, English

Vanessa Zeskand, English

 

The Chair announced a brief recess at 6:40 p.m. to meet with the staff and share refreshments.

The Board reconvened at 6:46 p.m.

 

Approval of Minutes: 

A motion was made by J. Marchand, seconded by R. Dutton to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held August 18, 2021.  

Vote:  Yeas:  8    Nays:  0    Abstain:  1 (K. Peterson)

Approved

 

Committee Reports:

Finance – J. Marchand reported on the Two Month Income and Expense Report ending August 31, 2021 as well as the Twelve Month Income and Expense Report ending June 30, 2021.  There was increased spending in technology due to the purchase of smart boards and chrome books. All sports are running so we anticipate gate revenue and expenses to be as projected. She highlighted the line-item transfers requested and explained how the challenge to resolve $250,000 in budget reductions has been identified. 

A motion was made by T. Padin, seconded by H. Cassaday to approve the line item transfers as presented.  

Vote:  Yeas:  9    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0

Approved

 

A motion was made by K. Peterson, seconded by J. Marchand to approve the $250,000 identified budget reductions for the 2021-2022 budget.   

Vote:  Yeas:  9    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0

Approved

 

Personnel -  No Report. 

 

Policy – Policy committee will meet on September 22, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. in G. Shugrue’s office.

 

Buildings and Grounds:  S. Beecher reported on the new cafeteria tent that was purchased so students can dine outside and it is well received. School is going through routine boiler servicing. There is concern with the congestion in the teacher parking lot with morning drop off and afternoon pick up. There was an accident last week with no injuries and police were called. He spoke with David Battista of Lenard Engineering regarding partial re-opening of the Bus Loop to help alleviate the congestion. G. Shugrue reported there is a shortage of bus drivers and discussed some of the fallout of COVID in food shortages, problems with food delivery due to lack of workers. He also reported there was a survey done by the state regarding use of federal and state monies asking how many schools have air conditioning in the classrooms.  S. Beecher said there may be some OPM grants available if we have a multi-year contract with sending districts. The committee is looking at re-vamping the 5 year plan.

 

Celebration of Education- No Meeting to report 

 

Approval of Certified Staff Hire:

A motion was made by S. Beecher, seconded by T. Padin, to approve the hiring of Maryann Salvatore as a Math Teacher.    

Vote:  Yeas:  9    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0 

Approved

 

Approval of eSports Enhancement Request:

A request for an enhancement grant was made from IT/Athletic to request funds to pay a stipend for the Supervisor and payment for licensing for 16 students to participate in eSports.

A motion was made by J. Marchand, seconded by H. Cassaday, to approve the eSports enhancement request in the amount of $1,524 and send it to the Trust for consideration.    

Vote:  Yeas:  9    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0 

 

Vaccinations of eligible students:

D. Pfenninger reported on data received showing that COVID numbers are on the rise but only 34% of 12-17 year olds in the Winchester area are fully vaccinated and wanted to open up dialogue on how we can promote vaccinations. There was discussion on various clinics being held in the area including at Pearson School. G. Shugrue reported that CT WiZ is the statewide immunization information system that tracks the data regarding vaccinations. He also reported that students are compliant with masks. 

 

Head of School Report:

G. Shugrue reported on Open House which was modified this year to be in a more relaxed atmosphere and was very well attended. He received much positive feedback from parents and teachers and was pleased to see students participating as well. Gilbert cheerleaders will be coordinating Safe Halloween event this year and also will conduct a cheerleading clinic for younger children who may want to become cheerleaders when they get to high school and the clinic completes with them performing at halftime of a football game. K. Peterson expressed concerns about lack of communication to the Board about student discipline matters and the Board and Head of School discussed what needs to be handled at the administration level and what needs to be reported to the board while maintaining student privacy protections and the difference between isolated/contained incidents and actions that are disruptive to the school or educational process. Also, if any disciplinary actions involve the potential of expulsion, members of the Board may have to act as the expulsion committee. K. Peterson also asked about google invitations to regular board meetings in addition to emails and getting paper copies in addition to electronic copies of monthly Agenda and attachments.    

 

Board of Education Reports:

1. Winchester

D. Pfenninger reported that WNEA standardized tests was a concern of the WBOE regarding alignment but they opted to stay with it along with the interim assessments and SBAC. The WPS Superintendent is working hard to get the former Bank of America building to be used for CHAMPS and Head Start. Enrollment is up and Hinsdale will not have enough space for these programs when the renovation is completed. He reported there are 541 students in the WPS and 75 sixth graders. The renovation of Hinsdale is progressing. T. Padin reported that WPS is re-instituting after school programs and that the kids are compliant and cooperative with masks.

 

School Corporation Chairman’s Report:

S. Sedlack reported no news on the Legislative Bill Update. There was discussion on WBOE Negotiations and the two Board Chairs, Head of School and WPS Superintendent will meet to discuss how to proceed. S. Sedlack reported that G. Bezz has been hired as the Board’s attorney. There was discussion on the Committee Assignments and various members opted for changes so the Chair will provided updated Committee Assignments at the next meeting. The consensus was that only school board members should be on standing committees. S. Sedlack reported that the personnel committee was included in the GEA negotiations as a buffer between the Union and the Head of School. He said discussion were positive and they anticipate having an amicable agreement.

 

Adjournment:

A motion was made by J. Marchand, seconded by S. Beecher, to adjourn the meeting at 8:18 p.m.

Vote:  Yeas:  9   Nays:  0   Abstain  0  

Approved.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Ellen Marino

 

 

 

 

 

 

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

Minutes of Regular Meeting 

October 20, 2021

A regular meeting of The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation was held on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 in the Library.  The meeting was called to order by Chairman Steven Sedlack at 6:30 P.M.  

 

Members in attendance were Scott Beecher, Holly Cassaday, Richard Dutton, Jennifer Marchand, Ellen Marino, Theresa Padin and Doug Pfenninger.

Also in attendance were Greg Shugrue, Head of School, Diane Cook, Business Affairs Manager 

Absent: Kristin Petersen

 

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by S. Sedlack.

 

The Vision and Mission statements were read by S. Sedlack.

 

Public Forum: No Public in attendance.

 

Call for Agenda Items: None

 

Student Representatives: G. Shugrue introduced Junior Concetto Marino as a Student Representative and said he was working on getting a member of the senior class to be a representative as well. C. Marino reported on the Pep Rally, Homecoming Dance, GNH Turkey Bowl, National Honor Society is raising money for breast cancer awareness and selling mask, National Jr Honor Society is doing a bottle drive, the Band/Music Program is selling Blue & Gold cards as a fundraiser and he reported on various senior nights for Fall sports. Emily Arel of the girls’ soccer team has 14 goals this season, a new school record, and has scored against every team in the league.

 

Approval of Minutes: 

A motion was made by J. Marchand, seconded by T. Padin to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held September 15, 2021.  

Vote:  Yeas:  8    Nays:  0    Abstain:  0

Approved

 

Committee Reports:

Finance – J. Marchand reported on the Three Month Income and Expense Report ending September 30, 2021.  King & King Associates is working on the Audit and it is nearly complete. The lunch program is very busy, lunches are free for the rest of this school year, but receipt of reimbursement funds are lagging about 6 weeks behind.  

 

Personnel -  No Report. 

 

Policy – Policy committee had 3 meetings, Sept. 22nd, Sept. 30th and October 14th in G. Shugrue’s office. Five policies are presented to the Board with the committee’s recommendation as listed in item 6 as their first reading.

 

Buildings and Grounds:  S. Beecher reported that the committee is revisiting the 5 year plan. The committee met with David Batista of Lenard Engineering regarding the bus loop and it appears safe to re-open up a portion of the loop and split drop offs between grades so that 7, 8 & 9th grades drop off on the teacher side and 10th, 11th and 12th drop off on the student side. There will be arrows and lines painted and new signage to direct traffic and the effective date of this will be communicated to the school community by the Head of School. This should help alleviate the traffic congestion and make drop off safer. There was discussion as to whether it was the Trust or the School’s responsibility regarding the repairs to the bus loop and E. Marino reported that the loop is part of the leased property and is the responsibility of the School. The Trust hired the engineer when there were 4 breaches in the retaining wall and funded the temporary solution of monitoring it and laying rip rap due to the emergency nature of it. 

 

Celebration of Education- No Meeting to report 

 

First Reading of Policies:

The following policies were emailed to Board Members for their first reading.

1. Governor Lamont’s Executive Order No. 13A Policy

2. Governor Lamont’s Executive Order No. 13G Policy

3. Policy 6146 Graduation Requirements

4. Policy 6146.11 Weighted Grades

5. Virtual/Online Courses/College/University Courses

There was discussion on EO No. 13A (Mask) policy and EO No. 13G (covered worker). These policies were drafted by Board Attorney G. Bezz. G. Shugrue reported about reducing the English requirement from 4 to 3 to open up more choices for students. He explained credits and how they align with state requirements. He reported on virtual learning and how it affords learners to get other courses – up to 3 credits that can be transferred as high school credits. If courses are at a community college they are free and other courses selected by the learner are paid for by the learner. This last policy will also allow for a student to graduate early if they meet the graduation requirements.

 

Head of School Report:

G. Shugrue wanted to give public recognition to Kelli Gilbert, Maura Hurley, Julie McDougal and Debra Lewis on their dedication and commitment in how they manage COVID, communication and contact tracing. It’s been a difficult year so far but it’s getting better. He reported on Ian Hockley’s visit to the School and the introduction of the program Dylan’s Wings of Change, which emphasizes reducing social isolation and promotes positivity in school culture. This program will be training students to be student leaders, hopefully up to 75 students will be recruited and trained. The program is funded by The Carter Fund.  He also reported that he met with the Superintendents of NWR7 and Housatonic regarding GNH football leaving the Pequot league and joining the Naugatuck Valley League and that will begin next year.      

 

Board of Education Reports:

1. Winchester

D. Pfenninger reported that Hinsdale school renovation project dodged a bullet with regard to delays in materials and supplies with the exception of the roof but the project is still on target to have the school open in the Fall of 2022. The WPS has reached a tentative agreement with the teacher’s union. The WPS Superintendent is negotiating to get use of the former Bank of America building for Ed Advance and the CHAMPS programs. 5 members of the WBOE are up for election, 2 incumbents are running. T. Padin reported on a Pasta Dinner fundraiser for 2 teachers who are currently fighting breast cancer and requested permission to email Board Members information as they are selling tickets for the dinner and accepting donations.

 

School Corporation Chairman’s Report:

S. Sedlack reported that the WPS Chair, Gilbert Chair, Gilbert Head of School and WPS Superintendent met on October 5 both Board Chairs agree to recommend to their boards that the Head of School and WPS Superintendent start with a clean slate regarding negotiations outside of a formal agreement and see if they can come to an agreement since there will be capital improvements needed at the school and having a contract will open up avenues to get state reimbursement for school construction projects. They also discussed expectation for students, portrait of a graduate and NEASC accreditation which will begin in 2023.

 

Other: S. Sedlack announced he is retiring from the School Board and the Trust, effective December 15, 2021. In the interim, the Trust will appoint a new person to serve as a Board member which will be ratified at the November 2021 meeting. The annual/organization meeting where a new slate of officers will be presented will be held immediately prior to the regular monthly meeting in December, 2021. Committee members and G. Shugrue expressed deep gratitude to S. Sedlack for his dedication, professionalism and leadership for nearly two decades.

 

Adjournment:

A motion was made by H. Cassaday, seconded by T. Padin, to adjourn the meeting at 8:04 p.m.

Vote:  Yeas:  8   Nays:  0   Abstain  0  

Approved.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Ellen Marino

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

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  1.  OPENING OF MEETING

    The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

   Scott Beecher, Ellen Marino, Kristin Peterson, Richard Dutton, Nora Mocarski, Charles Seaback, Jennifer Marchand, Theresa Padin, Steven Sedlack

 Administration
Dr. Anthony Serio Head of School/Superintendent, Susan O. Sojka Principal                                                                                
A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Jennifer Marchand

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Jennifer Marchand

   

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:

• All students can learn and be successful.
• All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.
• All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.
• All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.
• Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.

   

  2.  APPROVAL OF FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL PLAN                                                                     

       A.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

  3.  APPROVAL OF BID FOR THE ROOFING PROJECTS

        A.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

  4.  CHANGE CAPITAL RESERVE CD ACCOUNT TO A MONEY MARKET ACCOUNT

        A.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

  5.  ADJOURNMENT

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A.    Meeting of June 17, 2020 
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  1.  OPENING OF MEETING

 

 

 

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

        Scott Beecher, Ellen Marino, Kristin Peterson, Richard Dutton, Nora Mocarski, Steven Sedlack, Jennifer Marchand, Theresa Padin, Alison Shea

                       

Administration
Dr. Anthony Serio Head of School/Superintendent                                                                                  

Susan O. Sojka Principal                      

                                                                                                     

  A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Ellen Marino 

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Ellen Marino

 

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

 

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:

All students can learn and be successful.

All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.

All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.

All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.

Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.

 

  2.  APPROVAL OF POLICIES

 

       A.  4218.237, P5141.8, P4118.237 Face Mask Policy

             1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

       B.  P6114.81 Pandemic Policy

             1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

  3.  DISCUSSION ON OPENING OF SCHOOL 

 

       A.  Hybrid Model 

       B.  Distance Learning (Remote)                                                                                        

 

  4.  DISCUSSION/APPROVAL OF REVISED CALENDAR

       A.  Student First Day of School – Tuesday, September 8, 2020

             1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

  5.  USE OF PPP FUNDS FOR PERSONNEL

 

  

  6.  DISCUSSION BUILDING PREPAREDNESS     

  

  7.  ADJOURNMENT

 

 

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  1.  OPENING OF MEETING

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

        Scott Beecher                            Ellen Marino                                              Kristin Peterson

        Richard Dutton                                 Nora Mocarski                                              Steven Sedlack

        Jennifer Marchand                                     Theresa Padin                                                   Alison Shea

                       

Administration                          

Dr. Anthony Serio                                                                                                                   

Head of School/Superintendent                                                                                  

Susan O. Sojka
Principal                      

                                                                                                     

  A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Theresa Padin 

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Theresa Padin

 

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:
All students can learn and be successful.
All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.
All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.
All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.
Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.
 

  2.  DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION - WBOE/WBOS ADHOC COMMITTEE TO CHANGE 

 

       LEGISLATION RELATED TO THE GILBERT SCHOOL

1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

   

  3.  ADJOURNMENT

 

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

 

REGULAR MEETING

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

THE GILBERT SCHOOL CAFETERIA

7:00 PM

AGENDA

 

(A portion of this meeting may be held in executive session.)

 

1. OPENING OF MEETING

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

Scott Beecher, Ellen Marino, Kristin Peterson, Richard Dutton, Theresa Padin, Steven Sedlack, Jennifer Marchand, Alison Shea

 

Administration Student Representatives Dr. Anthony Serio Head of School/Superintendent, Susan O. Sojka Principal, Student Representatives Brandon Gonzalez and Victoria Zhovkly 

A. Pledge of Allegiance – Kristin Peterson

B. Vision and Mission Statement – Kristen Peterson

 

The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be

thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

 

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:

• All students can learn and be successful.

• All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.

• All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.

• All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.

• Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.

 

2. PUBLIC FORUM 2 Min.

A. General Public

B. Student Representatives

 

3. CALL FOR AGENDA ITEMS

 

4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2 Min.

A. Minutes of Regular Meeting – August 19, 2020

l. Vote: Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

B. Minutes of Special Meeting – August 12, 2020

1. Vote: Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

5. COMMITTEE REPORTS 10 Min. A. Finance

1. Report on Meeting: September 16, 2020

2. Monthly Finance Report

3. Next Meeting: October 21, 2020

B. Personnel

1. Report on Meeting: No Meeting to Report

2. Next Meeting: To Be Determined

C. Policy

1. Report on Meeting: No Meeting to Report

2. Next Meeting: To Be Determined

D. Building & Grounds

1. Report on Meeting: September 16, 2020

2. Next Meeting: To Be Determined

E. Celebration of Education: No meeting to report

 

 

6. APPROVAL OF LINE ITEM TRANSFERS 5 Min.

A. Vote: Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

 

7. ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATION 5 Min.

A. James Brady, Math Teacher

1. Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

8. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION - WBOE/WBOS ADHOC COMMITTEE TO CHANGE

LEGISLATION RELATED TO THE GILBERT SCHOOL

1. Vote: Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

9. PRINCIPAL REPORT 10 Min. A. Susan Sojka

1. Opening of School

 

10. HEAD OF SCHOOL/SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT 10 Min.

A. Dr. Anthony Serio

1. Enrollment

2. GEA Memorandum of Agreement

 

11. BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORTS 5 Min.

A. Winchester

 

12. SCHOOL CORPORATION CHAIRMAN’S REPORT 5 Min.

A. Steven Sedlack, Chair., The W. L. Gilbert School Corp.

1. Search Process for Headmaster

 

13. OTHER

 

14. ADJOURNMENT

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

REGULAR MEETING

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020    

GOOGLE MEET

7:00 PM

AGENDA

Join with Google Meet

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Join by Phone

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(A portion of this meeting may be held in executive session.)

 

1. OPENING OF MEETING

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

Scott Beecher, Ellen Marino, Kristin Peterson, Richard Dutton, Theresa Padin, Steven Sedlack, Jennifer Marchand, Alison Shea

 

Administration Student Representatives Dr. Anthony Serio Head of School/Superintendent, Susan O. Sojka Principal, Student Representatives Brandon Gonzalez and Victoria Zhovkly 

A. Pledge of Allegiance – Kristin Peterson

B. Vision and Mission Statement – Kristen Peterson

                                                                                                   

A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Kristin Peterson

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Kristen Peterson

 

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:

• All students can learn and be successful.
• All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.
• All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.
• All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.
• Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.

  2.  PUBLIC FORUM                                                   2 Min.

       A.  General Public

       B.  Student Representatives

      

  3.  CALL FOR AGENDA ITEMS

  

  4.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES     2 Min.

       A.  Minutes of Regular Meeting – September 16, 2020

              l.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

  

  5.  COMMITTEE REPORTS                                                                     10 Min.  

   A.  Finance

             1.  Report on Meeting:  October 21, 2020

             2.  Monthly Finance Report 

             3.  Next Meeting:  November 18, 2020

       B.  Personnel  

  1.  Report on Meeting:  October 14, 2020

  2.  Next Meeting:  November 9, 2020

       C.  Policy

     1.  Report on Meeting:  No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       D.  Building & Grounds

  1.  Report on Meeting: October 21, 2020

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       E.  Celebration of Education:  No meeting to report

 

  6.  ACCEPTANCE OF RETIREMENT RESIGNATION                                                           5 Min.

       A.  Margaret Steinway, Art Teacher

             1.  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

  7.  DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION - WBOE/WBOS ADHOC COMMITTEE TO CHANGE  LEGISLATION RELATED TO THE GILBERT SCHOOL

1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

  8.  PRINCIPAL REPORT                                                                                                           

10 Min.

A.  Susan Sojka

  9.  HEAD OF SCHOOL/SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT                                                     10 Min. 

       A.  Dr. Anthony Serio

              1.  Enrollment

          

10.  BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORTS                                                                         5 Min.

       A.  Winchester

11.  SCHOOL CORPORATION CHAIRMAN’S REPORT     5 Min.

       A.  Steven Sedlack, Chair., The W. L. Gilbert School Corp.

             1.  Search Process for Headmaster

        

12.  OTHER

 

13.  ADJOURNMENT

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

  FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 

Google Meet

6:30 p.m.

Join: https://meet.google.com/piw-necm-szf
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A Portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session.

AGENDA

      1.  OPENING OF MEETING

           A.  Finance Committee – Jennifer Marchand (Chairman), Ellen Marino, Theresa Padin,

                                                     Kristin Peterson

           B.  Others:  Dr. Anthony Serio, Steven Sedlack, Diane Cook

                                    

2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES 

1. Finance Committee Meeting – June 15, 2020

1. Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

      3.  MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT

      4.  UTILIZATION OF PPP FUNDS

      5.  OTHER

6.  ADJOURNMENT

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

And

WINCHESTER BOARD OF EDUCATION

AD HOC NEGOTIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

Thursday, October 29, 2020

 

Rescheduled to Thursday, November 5, 2020

 

Town Hall 

Blue Room

7:00 p.m.

 

A portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session

 

AGENDA

 

 

 

  1. OPENING OF MEETING

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

           Jennifer Marchand

           Ellen Marino

Alison Shea

           Steven Sedlack

        Administration

Dr. Anthony Serio

Superintendent, The Gilbert School

 

   Winchester Board of Education

   Cheryl McGlynn

   Kristin Peterson

   Doug Pfenninger

   Administration

   Melony Brady-Shanley

   Superintendent, Winchester Public Schools

     

    2.  ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES

          A.  Meeting of November 14, 2020

                1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

    

    3.  ACCEPTANCE OF GROUND RULES

         A.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

  4.   ADJOURNMENT

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING

Monday, November 9, 2020

The Gilbert School

Library

3:00 P.M.

 

A portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session.

 

 

 

AGENDA

 

 

 

1.  OPENING OF MEETING

      A.  Committee Members:  Steven Sedlack, Chairman; 

            Scott Beecher, Theresa Padin, Kristin Peterson

      B.  Others:  Dr. Anthony Serio, Superintendent/Head of School

 

2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES

     A.  Meeting of October 14, 2020

          1.  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

3.  HEADMASTER SEARCH

      A.  Outside Firm Interviews

            1.  NESDEC (New England School Development Council)

            2.  CES (Cooperative Education Services)

            3.  CABE (Connecticut Association of Boards of Education) Executive Search Services

           

4.  ADJOURNMENT

 

     

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

  FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING

Wednesday, November 18, 2020 

The Gilbert School Library

 

6:30 p.m.

 

 

A Portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session.

 

 

 

AGENDA

 

 

 

      1.  OPENING OF MEETING

           A.  Finance Committee – Jennifer Marchand (Chairman), Ellen Marino, Theresa Padin,

                                                     Kristin Peterson

           B.  Others:  Dr. Anthony Serio, Steven Sedlack, Diane Cook

                                    

2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES 

1. Finance Committee Meeting – October 21, 2020

1. Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

      3.  MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT

 

      4.  UTILIZATION OF PPP FUNDS

 

      5.  OTHER

 

6.  ADJOURNMENT

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

REGULAR MEETING

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2020    

THE GILBERT SCHOOL LIBRARY

7:00 PM

AGENDA

(A portion of this meeting may be held in executive session.)

  1.  OPENING OF MEETING

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

        Scott Beecher, Ellen Marino, Kristin Peterson, Richard Dutton, Theresa Padin, Steven Sedlack, Jennifer Marchand, Alison Shea

                           

Administration                                                                                                                                                                                                               
Dr. Anthony Serio, Head of School/Superintendent                                                                                                           
Susan O. Sojka, Principal                                                 

Student Representatives

Brandon Gonzalez, Victoria Zhovkly                                       

                                                                                                   

A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Steven Sedlack

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Steven Sedlack

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:

• All students can learn and be successful.

• All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.

• All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.

• All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.

• Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.

  2.  PUBLIC FORUM                                                   2 Min.

       A.  General Public

       B.  Student Representatives

      

  3.  CALL FOR AGENDA ITEMS

  

  4.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES     2 Min.

       A.  Minutes of Regular Meeting – October 21, 2020

              l.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

  

  5.  PRESENTATION ON IN-PERSON / HYBRID / REMOTE LEARNING                         10 Min.

       A.  Susan Sojka and Kelli Gilbert

  6.  COMMITTEE REPORTS                                                                     10 Min.    A.  Finance

             1.  Report on Meeting:  November 18, 2020

             2.  Monthly Finance Report 

             3.  Next Meeting:  December 16, 2020

       B.  Personnel  

  1.  Report on Meeting:  November 9, 2020

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       C.  Policy

     1.  Report on Meeting:  No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       D.  Building & Grounds

  1.  Report on Meeting: No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  December 16, 2020

       E.  Celebration of Education:  No meeting to report

  7.  APPROVAL OF SEARCH SERVICES FOR HEADMASTER 

       A.  CES, NESDEC & CABE

             1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

  8.  PRINCIPAL REPORT                                                                                                             10 Min. A.  Susan Sojka

  9.  HEAD OF SCHOOL/SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT                                                      10 Min. 

       A.  Dr. Anthony Serio

              1.  Enrollment

              2.  Addendum 4 & 5

              3.  DPH/CIAC on Sports

          

10.  BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORTS                                                                         5 Min.

       A.  Winchester

11.  SCHOOL CORPORATION CHAIRMAN’S REPORT     5 Min.

       A.  Steven Sedlack, Chair., The W. L. Gilbert School Corp.

             1.  Letter to Rep. Jay Case and State Senator Craig Miner

             2.  Negotiations with the Winchester Board of Education

        

12.  OTHER

13.  ADJOURNMENT

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

And

WINCHESTER BOARD OF EDUCATION

AD HOC NEGOTIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

Thursday, December 3, 2020

Zoom Meeting

7:00 p.m.

 

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7966671341?pwd=OGh4c1haZkkvcGJ2UHVtZXo4M0VDdz09 

Phone: 929-205-6099 

Meeting ID: 796 667 1341 

Passcode: 12345

 

 

 

AGENDA

A portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session

 

  1. OPENING OF MEETING

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

           Jennifer Marchand

           Ellen Marino

Alison Shea

           Steven Sedlack

        Administration

Dr. Anthony Serio

Superintendent, The Gilbert School

 

   Winchester Board of Education

   Cheryl McGlynn

   Kristin Peterson

   Doug Pfenninger

   Administration

   Melony Brady-Shanley

   Superintendent, Winchester Public Schools

     

    2.  ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES

          A.  Meeting of November 19, 2020

                1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

    

    3.  DISCUSSION OF CONTRACT

 

  4.   ADJOURNMENT

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

SPECIAL MEETING

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2020

THE GILBERT SCHOOL

Google Meet

6:00 P.M.

AGENDA

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(A portion of this meeting may be held in executive session.)

  1.  OPENING OF MEETING

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

        Scott Beecher                            Ellen Marino                                              Kristin Peterson

        Richard Dutton                                 Theresa Padin                                              Steven Sedlack

        Jennifer Marchand                                     Robert Passini                                                   Alison Shea

                       

Administration                                                                                                                                                             Dr. Anthony Serio                                                                                                                   

Head of School/Superintendent                                                                                  

Susan O. Sojka                                                                                                         Principal                      

                                                                                                     

  A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Scott Beecher 

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Scott Beecher

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:

• All students can learn and be successful.

• All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.

• All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.

• All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.

• Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.

  2.  DESIGNATION OF HEAD OF SCHOOL SEARCH COMMITTEE

1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

   

  3.  ADJOURNMENT

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

  FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING

Wednesday, December 16, 2020 

Zoom Meet

6:30 p.m.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 990 7828 9190
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A Portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session.

AGENDA

      1.  OPENING OF MEETING

           A.  Finance Committee – Jennifer Marchand (Chairman), Ellen Marino, Theresa Padin,

                                                     Kristin Peterson

           B.  Others:  Dr. Anthony Serio, Steven Sedlack, Diane Cook

                                    

2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES 

1. Finance Committee Meeting – November 18, 2020

1. Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

      3.  MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT

      4  CAFETERIA EXPENSES AND PAYROLL

      5.  UTILIZATION OF PPP FUNDS

      6.  OTHER

7.  ADJOURNMENT

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

REGULAR MEETING

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2020    

Zoom Meet

7:00 PM

AGENDA

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 945 3551 8494
Passcode: 1RXC5E

(A portion of this meeting may be held in executive session.)

 

  1.  OPENING OF MEETING

 

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation: Scott Beecher, Ellen Marino, Kristin Peterson, Richard Dutton, Theresa Padin, Steven Sedlack, Jennifer Marchand, Robert Passini, Alison Shea

                           

       Administration: Dr. Anthony Serio Head of School/Superintendent, Susan O. Sojka Principal

       Student Representatives: Brandon Gonzalez, Victoria Zhovkly                                                                                                      

A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Alison Shea

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Alison Shea

 

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:
All students can learn and be successful.
All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.
All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.
All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.
Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.
 

  2.  PUBLIC FORUM                                                   2 Min.

 

       A.  General Public

       B.  Student Representatives

      

  3.  CALL FOR AGENDA ITEMS

   

  4.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES     2 Min.

       A.  Minutes of Regular Meeting – November 18, 2020

              l.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

       B.  Minutes of Special Meeting – December 8, 2020

              1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

  5.  COMMITTEE REPORTS                                                                     10 Min.    

A.  Finance
             1.  Report on Meeting:  December 16, 2020
             2.  Monthly Finance Report 
             3.  PPP Fund Balance
             4.  Next Meeting:  January 20, 2021

 

       B.  Personnel  

  1.  Report on Meeting:  No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       C.  Policy

     1.  Report on Meeting:  No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       D.  Building & Grounds

  1.  Report on Meeting: December 16, 2020

  2.  Next Meeting:  February 17, 2021

       E.  Celebration of Education:  No meeting to report

 

  6.  APPROVAL OF 2021-2022 SCHOOL CALENDAR     5 Min.

 

       A.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

  7.  APPROVAL OF 2021 BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE                                                       5 Min.

 

       A.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

            

  8.  PRINCIPAL REPORT                                                                                                             10 Min.
A.  Susan Sojka

 

  9.  HEAD OF SCHOOL/SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT                                                      10 Min. 

 

       A.  Dr. Anthony Serio

              1.  Enrollment

         

10.  BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORTS                                                                         5 Min.

       A.  Winchester

 

11.  SCHOOL CORPORATION CHAIRMAN’S REPORT     5 Min.

 

       A.  Steven Sedlack, Chair., The W. L. Gilbert School Corp.

             1.  Letter to Rep. Jay Case and State Senator Craig Miner

             2.  Negotiations with the Winchester Board of Education

        

12.  OTHER

 

13.  ADJOURNMENT

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

And

WINCHESTER BOARD OF EDUCATION

AD HOC NEGOTIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

Thursday, December 17, 2020

Zoom Meet 

7:00 p.m.

 

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Meeting ID: 796 667 1341
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AGENDA

 

A portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session

 

  1. OPENING OF MEETING

 

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

Jennifer Marchand

Ellen Marino
Alison Shea

Steven Sedlack

Administration
Dr. Anthony Serio
Superintendent, The Gilbert School

Winchester Board of Education

Cheryl McGlynn
Kristin Peterson
Doug Pfenninger
Administration
Melony Brady-Shanley
Superintendent, Winchester Public Schools

     

    2.  ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES

          A.  Meeting of December 3, 2020

                1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

    

    3.  DISCUSSION OF CONTRACT

 

  4.   ADJOURNMENT

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

JOINT MEETING OF

  FINANCE COMMITTEE

AND

BUILDING & GROUNDS COMMITTEE

Wednesday, January 6, 2021

Zoom Meet

6:00 p.m.

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A Portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session.

AGENDA

      1.  OPENING OF MEETING

           A.  Finance Committee – Jennifer Marchand (Chairman), Ellen Marino, Theresa Padin,

                                                     Kristin Peterson

           B.  Building & Grounds Committee – Scott Beecher (Chairman), Richard Dutton, 

                                                                        Robert Passini

           C.  Others:  Dr. Anthony Serio, Steven Sedlack, Diane Cook, Ted Buzinsky

                                    

      2.  DISCUSSION – FIVE YEAR CAPITAL PLAN

      

      3.  OTHER

4.  ADJOURNMENT

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION And

WINCHESTER BOARD OF EDUCATION

AD HOC NEGOTIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

Thursday, January 14, 2021

Zoom Meeting

7:00 p.m.

 

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Meeting ID: 796 667 1341 

Passcode: 12345

 

 

 

AGENDA

 

A portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session

 

  1. OPENING OF MEETING

 

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

           Jennifer Marchand, Ellen Marino, Steven Sedlack,

        Administration

Dr. Anthony Serio Superintendent, The Gilbert School

   Winchester Board of Education
Cheryl McGlynn, Kristin Peterson, Doug Pfenninger

   Administration

   Melony Brady-Shanley

   Superintendent, Winchester Public Schools

     

    2.  ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES

          A.  Meeting of December 17, 2020

                1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

    

    3.  DISCUSSION OF CONTRACT

 

  4.   ADJOURNMENT

 

 

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

 

 

REGULAR MEETING

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2021  

Zoom Meet

7:00 PM

AGENDA

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 (A portion of this meeting may be held in executive session.)

                                            

  1.  OPENING OF MEETING

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

        Scott Beecher, Ellen Marino, Kristin Peterson, Richard Dutton, Theresa Padin, Steven Sedlack, Jennifer Marchand, Robert Passini

                          

Administration
Dr. Anthony Serio       
Head of School/Superintendent

Susan O. Sojka
Principal

Student Representatives
Brandon Gonzalez
Victoria Zhovkly  

                                                                                                  

A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Scott Beecher

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Scott Beecher

 

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that: 

• All students can learn and be successful.
• All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.
• All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.
• All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.
• Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.

  2.  OATH OF OFFICE – NEW SCHOOL CORPORATION MEMBER APPOINTED BY THE W. L. GILBERT TRUST CORPORATION TO REPLACE ALISON SHEA

A. Astrid Robitaille

  
3.  PUBLIC FORUM                                                   2 Min.

       A.  General Public
       B.  Student Representatives

      

  4.  CALL FOR AGENDA ITEMS

    5.  PRESENTATION ON THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY’S STUDENT OF THE YEAR PROGRAM

 

        A.  Rebecca Dowling

 

  6.  MONTHLY SCHOOL REPORT

 

       A.  Buckley Morgan, Athletic Director

             1.  Winter Sports Update

             2.  NFHS (National Federation of High Schools) School Broadcast Program

  

  7.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES     2 Min.

       A.  Minutes of Regular Meeting – December 16, 2020

              l.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

  

  8.  COMMITTEE REPORTS                                                                     10 Min.    A.  Finance

             1.  Report on Meeting:  January 6, 2021 

             2.  Report on Meeting:  January 20, 2021

             3.  Monthly Finance Report 

             4.  PPP Fund Balance

             5.  Next Meeting:  January 27, 2021 (Special Meeting)

                                           February 17, 2021 (Regular Meeting)

       B.  Personnel  

  1.  Report on Meeting:  No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       C.  Policy

     1.  Report on Meeting:  No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       D.  Building & Grounds

  1.  Report on Meeting: January 6, 2021

  2.  Next Meeting:  February 17, 2021

        E.  Celebration of Education:  No meeting to report

             

  9.  PRINCIPAL REPORT                                                                                                             10 Min. A.  Susan Sojka

 

10.  HEAD OF SCHOOL/SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT                                                      10 Min. 

 

       A.  Dr. Anthony Serio

              1.  Enrollment

              2.  Budget Drivers

         

11.  BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORTS                                                                         5 Min.

       A.  Winchester

 

12.  SCHOOL CORPORATION CHAIRMAN’S REPORT     5 Min.

 

       A.  Steven Sedlack, Chair., The W. L. Gilbert School Corp.

             1.  Letter to Rep. Jay Case and State Senator Craig Miner

             2.  Negotiations with the Winchester Board of Education

        

13.  OTHER

 

14.  ADJOURNMENT

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

  FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING

Wednesday, January 20, 2021 

Zoom Meet

6:30 p.m.

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A Portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session.

AGENDA

      1.  OPENING OF MEETING

           A.  Finance Committee – Jennifer Marchand (Chairman), Ellen Marino, Theresa Padin,

                                                     Kristin Peterson

           B.  Others:  Dr. Anthony Serio, Steven Sedlack, Diane Cook

                                    

2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES 

1. Finance Committee Meeting – December 16, 2020 (Regular Meeting)

1. Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

2.  Joint Finance and Building & Grounds – January 6, 2021

1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

      3.  MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT

      4.  CAFETERIA EXPENSES AND PAYROLL

      5.  UTILIZATION OF PPP FUNDS

      6.  OTHER

7.  ADJOURNMENT

 SPECIAL FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING

Wednesday, January 27, 2021

Zoom Meeting

6:00 PM

 

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AGENDA

 

 

 

      1.  OPENING OF MEETING

           A.  Finance Committee – Jennifer Marchand, Chair; Ellen Marino; Theresa Padin;                                                                                           Kristin Peterson

                                                                                                                                                  

B.  Others:  Anthony Serio, Head of School/Superintendent

                   Susan Sojka, Principal

                   Steven Sedlack, Chair., The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

                   Diane Cook, Business Affairs Manager

                   Kathleen Day, Purchasing Agent

                                    

2.   PRESENTATION/DISCUSSION OF THE GILBERT SCHOOL 2020-2021 BUDGET

 

3.  ADJOURNMENT

 

 

Please note:

 

All of The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation members and the Winchester Board of Education members are invited to attend.

 

 

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

And

WINCHESTER BOARD OF EDUCATION

AD HOC NEGOTIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

Thursday, January 28, 2021

Zoom Meeting

7:00 p.m.

 

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Meeting ID: 796 667 1341 

Passcode: 12345

 

 

 

AGENDA

A portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session

 

  1. OPENING OF MEETING

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

           Jennifer Marchand

           Ellen Marino

Steven Sedlack

        Administration

Dr. Anthony Serio

Superintendent, The Gilbert School

 

   Winchester Board of Education

   Cheryl McGlynn

   Kristin Peterson

   Doug Pfenninger

   Administration

   Melony Brady-Shanley

   Superintendent, Winchester Public Schools

     

    2.  ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES

          A.  Meeting of January 14, 2021

                1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

    

    3.  DISCUSSION OF CONTRACT

 

  4.   ADJOURNMENT

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

  FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING

Wednesday, February 17, 2021 

Zoom Meet

6:30 p.m.

 

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A Portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session.

 

AGENDA

 

      1.  OPENING OF MEETING

           A.  Finance Committee – Jennifer Marchand (Chairman), Ellen Marino, Theresa Padin,

                                                     Kristin Peterson

           B.  Others:  Dr. Anthony Serio, Steven Sedlack, Diane Cook

                                    

2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES 

1. Finance Committee Meeting – January 20, 2021 (Regular Meeting)

1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

2. Finance Committee Meeting - January 27, 2021 (Special Meeting)

1. Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

 

      3.  MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT

 

      4.  CAFETERIA EXPENSES AND PAYROLL

 

      5.  COVID RESERVE FUND

 

      6.  OTHER

 

7.  ADJOURNMENT

 

                                             

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

SPECIAL MEETING

MONDAY, MARCH 15, 2021

THE GILBERT SCHOOL

Zoom Meet

6:00 P.M.

AGENDA

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(A portion of this meeting may be held in executive session.)

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation:

         Scott Beecher, Ellen Marino, Kristin Peterson, Richard Dutton, Theresa Padin, Steven Sedlack, Jennifer Marchand, Robert Passini 

Administration
Dr. Anthony Serio      
Head of School/Superintendent
Susan O. Sojka
Principal

  1.  OPENING OF MEETING

  A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Ellen Marino 

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Ellen Marino

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:

• All students can learn and be successful.

• All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.

• All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.

• All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.

• Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.

  2.  MOTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CHAIRMAN OF THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL 

       CORPORATION TO SIGN CONTRACT WITH CANDIDATE TO BECOME HEAD OF

       SCHOOL FOR THE GILBERT SCHOOL BEGINNING JULY 1, 2021

1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

   

  3.  ADJOURNMENT

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

  FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING

Wednesday, March 17, 2021 

Zoom Meet

6:30 p.m.

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A Portion of this meeting may be held in Executive Session.

AGENDA

      1.  OPENING OF MEETING

           A.  Finance Committee – Jennifer Marchand (Chairman), Ellen Marino, Theresa Padin,

                                                     Kristin Peterson

           B.  Others:  Dr. Anthony Serio, Steven Sedlack, Diane Cook

                                    

2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES 

1. Finance Committee Meeting – February 17, 2021 (Regular Meeting)

1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

      3.  MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT

      4.  CAFETERIA EXPENSES AND PAYROLL

      5.  COVID RESERVE FUND

      6.  OTHER

7.  ADJOURNMENT

                           

THE W. L. GILBERT SCHOOL CORPORATION

REGULAR MEETING

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 2021  

Zoom Meet

7:00 PM

AGENDA

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Meeting ID: 919 5962 5734
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 (A portion of this meeting may be held in executive session.)

The W. L. Gilbert School Corporation

        Scott Beecher, Ellen Marino, Kristin Peterson, Richard Dutton, Theresa Padin, Steven Sedlack, Jennifer Marchand, Robert Passini 

Administration
Dr. Anthony Serio      
Head of School/Superintendent
Susan O. Sojka
Principal

Student Representatives
Brandon Gonzalez
Victoria Zhovkly  

                                                                                                   

A.  Pledge of Allegiance – Jennifer Marchand

       B.  Vision and Mission Statement – Jennifer Marchand

       The Gilbert School is committed to assuring that all of our students are prepared to be 

       thoughtful and productive citizens in a complex, global society.

In pursuing this Mission, we believe that:

• All students can learn and be successful.

• All students are valued and deserve an education that addresses their academic, physical, and social/emotional needs.

• All students are entitled to a safe, healthy and respectful learning environment.

• All members of The Gilbert School community must uphold high expectations, be accountable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.

• Celebrating the heritage of The Gilbert School strengthens community pride and inspires individual accomplishments.

  2.  PUBLIC FORUM                                                 2 Min.

       A.  General Public

       B.  Student Representatives

      

  3.  CALL FOR AGENDA ITEMS

  4.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES     2 Min.

       A.  Minutes of Regular Meeting – February 17, 2021

              l.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

  

   

  5.  COMMITTEE REPORTS                                                                     10 Min.    A.  Finance

             1.  Report on Meeting:  March 17, 2021

             2.  Monthly Finance Report 

             3.  COVID Reserve Fund

             4.  Next Meeting:  April 21,2021 

       B.  Personnel  

  1.  Report on Meeting:  No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       C.  Policy

     1.  Report on Meeting:  No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

       D.  Building & Grounds

  1.  Report on Meeting: No Meeting to Report

  2.  Next Meeting:  To Be Determined

        E.  Celebration of Education:  No meeting to report

  6.  ACCEPTANCE OF LETTER OF RESIGNATION/RETIREMENT

       A.  Anthony Serio, Head of School/Superintendent

             1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

        B.  Susan Sojka, Principal

             2.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

        C.  Cheryl Caneschi, Spanish Teacher

             1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

        D.  Marysol Knipper, Spanish Teacher

             1.  Vote:  Yeas_____ Nays_____ Abstain_____

  7.  PRINCIPAL REPORT                                                                                                           10 Min. A.  Susan Sojka

              1.  Update on Transitioning Back 

  8.  HEAD OF SCHOOL/SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT                                                      10 Min. 

       A.  Dr. Anthony Serio

              1.  Enrollment

              2.  Update on Esser Funds

         

  9.  BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORTS                                                                         5 Min.

       A.  Winchester

10.  SCHOOL CORPORATION CHAIRMAN’S REPORT     5 Min.

       A.  Steven Sedlack, Chair., The W. L. Gilbert School Corp.

             1.  Legislative Bill Update

             2.  Negotiations with Winchester Board of Education

        

11.  OTHER

12.  ADJOURNMENT