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NORWALK PUBLIC SCHOOLS 125 East Avenue

Norwalk, Connecticut

BOARD OF EDUCATION Regular Board Meeting Common Council Chambers City Hall – 3rd Floor

Tuesday, September 19, 2017 7:00PM

AGENDA I. Call to Order: 7:00PM

II. Pledge of Allegiance

III. Spotlight

Brookside Breakfast Program Teacher of the Year – Dr. Robert Seferian

IV. Public Comments V. Superintendent’s Report

A. Opening of School B. AASA Grant to Expand Breakfast Program C. Partnership with University of Connecticut Center of Gifted Education

VI. Actions 1. Consent Calendar VI. (2.A); (2.B); (2.C.1); (2.D) 2. A. Approval of Personnel B. Approval of Budget Transfers C. Approval of Trips: 1. Brien McMahon High School NJROTC to Camp Niantic (Basic Leadership Training) Sept 28 – Oct 1, 2017

D. Approval of Board Meeting Date Change – Move November 7 to November 14

3. Approval of the Priority Outcomes and Implementation Steps of the Strategic Operating Plan for the 2017-18 School Year 4. Approval of the Collective Bargaining Agreement Between the Norwalk Board of Education and the Norwalk Federation of Teachers for the period of September 1, 2016 through August 31, 2020 5. Approval of Salary Ranges and Compensation Plan for Non-union, Certified and Non-Certified Management Positions, and Authorizations for the Superintendent to Implement, beginning in 2017-18 6. Approval of 2017-18 Board Workshop Topics/Schedule 7. Recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month – September 15 – October 15, 2017 8. Recognition of National Bullying Prevention Month – October 2017

VII. Information and Reports

A. August 2017 Monthly Financial Report B. Committee/Representative Reports C. Board Member Announcements

VIII. Approval of Minutes August 15, Sept 5

IX. Adjournment

NORWALK PUBLIC SCHOOLS

PERSONNEL ACTIONS FOR BOARD APPROVAL

SEPT 19, 2017

APPOINTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS

Name: Sarah Grayeb Effective Date: September 11, 2017

Posting: 3513 Step #: 1 Salary: $55,750

Education: Fairfield University, M. S. Teaching

University of Connecticut, B. A. Psychology

Experience: New Teacher

Name: Kara Weiss Effective Date: August 24, 2017


Education: Hunter College, New York, M. S. Education & Learning Disabilities and Behavior Disorders

University of Tampa, Tampa, FL B.A. Sociology


Name: Lindsay Merchant Henke Effective Date: August 24, 2017

Posting: 3109 SPED Teacher, Wolfpit Elementary School Step: 2 Salary: $57,759

Education: Boston University, B.S. Special Education

Columbia University, M. A. Early Childhood Education

Experience: 1 year

Name: Patricia Bello Effective Date: August 24, 2017

Posting: 3306 ESL Teacher, Brian McMahon High School Step: 4 Salary: $68,055

Education: Manhattanville College, B.A. English

New York University, M.F.A. Creative Writing, Poetry

New York University, M.A. Humanities & Social Thought

Experience: 3 years

Name: Aland Joseph Effective Date: August 24, 2017

Posting: 3376 School Counselor, Brian McMahon High School Step: 4 Salary: $61,777

Education: Springfield College, B.S. Rehabilitation & Disability

Saint Lawrence University, M. A. Human Development & School Counselor

Experience: 3 years

Name: Raffaele M. Ruffo Effective Date: August 24, 2017

Posting: 2936 Italian Teacher, Brian McMahon High School Step: 2 Salary: $57,759

Education: Master Degree from University of Bridgeport

Experience: 1 year

VI.2.A

Name: Alexander Audet Effective Date: August 24, 2017


Education: Southern Connecticut State University, B.S. Mathematics


Name: Justin Dionne Effective Date: August 24, 2017


Education: Central Connecticut State University, B.A. Mathematics

Experience: 4 years

Name: Laura Gay Effective Date: August 28, 2017


Education: Westfield State University, B.A. Elementary Education

Walden University, M.S. Elementary Education

Experience: 3 years

Name: Audra Good Effective Date: August 24, 2017


Education: East Carolina University, B.S. Elementary Education

East Carolina University, M.A. Counselor Education

Southern Connecticut State University, MLIS, School Library Media


Name: Bryan McQuaid Effective Date: August 24, 2017


Education: University of Connecticut, B.A. Psychology

Grand Canyon University, M.A. Secondary Education


Name: Deanna Salomon Effective Date: August 24, 2017


Education: Long Island University, M.A. School Counseling

Touro Colege, M.A. School Administration

Experience: 10+ years

VI.2.A

Name: Magarita Salas Effective Date: August 24, 2017


Education: University of Illinois, B.A. Business

Loyola University, Chicago M.A. Social Work

Experience: 3 years

Name: Rebekah Steinberg Effective Date: August 24, 2017


Education: University of Connecticut, B.A. Psychology

University of New Haven, M.A. Elementary Education


Name: Nicole Vazquez Effective Date: August 24, 2017


Education: Emerson College, B.A. Writing, Literature & Publishing

Sacred Heart University, M.A. Elementary Education


Name: Daniel Zeman Effective Date: August 24, 2017


Education: Quinnipiac University, B.A. History

Quinnipiac University, M.A. Teaching

Experience: 1 year

Name: Holly Zullinger Effective Date: August 24, 2017


Education: Elon University, B.A. Elementary Education

Experience: 3 years

Name: Jaclyn Schwartz Effective Date: August 24, 2017


Education: University of Hartford, B.A. Early Childhood Education

Saint Joseph College, M.A. Education

Experience: 2 years

VI.2.A

Name: Stacey Heilingenthaler Effective date: July 1, 2017

Posting: 3417 Assistant Director of Special Education & Pupil Services Step # 4 Salary: $172,031

Education: Boston University, B. A Psychology & Intensive Special Needs

Pacific Oaks College, M.S. Human Development

State of Connecticut Certifications

165 Comprehensive Special Education K – 12

092 Intermediate Administrator

013 Elementary Education, K – 6

Experience: 20 years

RESIGNATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF RETIREMENT EFF. Date

Robert Johnson – School Psychologist, Jefferson Elementary School June 30, 2018

Luz Estella Isaza – Kindergarten Dual Language, Silvermine Elementary June 30, 2018

Katherine Mahoney – School Counselor, Roton Middle School June 30, 2018

David Raila – Biology Teacher, Norwalk High School June 30, 2018

Mary Taylor - SPED Teacher, Norwalk High School June 30, 2018

Rondi Olson - Social Worker, Norwalk High School June 30, 2018

Joseph Sencen – Chemistry Teacher, Norwalk High School June 30, 2018

John O’Donnell – School Counselor, Norwalk High School June 30, 2018

Christine L. Willman – Science Teacher, Ponus Ridge Middle School June 30, 2018

Raymond Hoyt – Computer Teacher, Ponus Ridge Middle School June 30, 2018

Timothy J. Collins – 5th Grade Teacher, Kendall Elementary School June 30, 2018

Linda Ducsay – English Teacher, Ponus Ridge Middle School June 30, 2018

Roslyn Dobey – 5th Grade Teacher, Naramake Elementary School June 30, 2018

RESIGNATION FOR PERSONAL REASONS EFF. Date

Melissa Labozzetta – Grade 2, Brookside Elementary School August 30, 2017

Courtney LeBlanc – Grade 1, Kendall Elementary School August 24, 2017

VI.2.A

BOARD OF EDUCATION

NORWALK, CONNECTICUT

Board Meeting Date: 9/19/17

Action Required By (date): 9/19/17

Number on Agenda: VI.2.B

Action Item Information Item (check one)

Agenda Title:

Approval of Budget Transfers

Background:

Cost (if applicable):

Funding Source:

Beginning Date of Program or Project (if applicable):

Ending Date of Program of Project (if applicable):

Options (if applicable):

Recommendation:

Resolved, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that

the Board of Education approves the attached budget transfers.

Attachment: Yes No (check one)

Submitted by: Superintendent's Office Department:

Finance Meeting 9-14-2017

DATE ORG OBJ PROJ Description AMOUNT ORG OBJ PROJ Description AMOUNT REASON8/18/2017 15621130 119 28 OTHER CERTIFIED 78,968.11$ 15328310 230 53 RETIREMENT BENEFITS 89,087.83$ To cover Account deficit

15725000 580 57 TRAVEL 10,119.72$

Total Transfers From 89,087.83$ Total Transfers To 89,087.83$

TOFROM

BUDGET TRANSFERS >$10,000

2016-2017 Fiscal Year

BOE Meeting 9-19-2017

Proposed Transfers as of : 8-18-2017

VI.2.B

BUDGET TRANSFERS >$10,000

2017-2018 Fiscal Year

Presented at 9/14/2017 BOE Finance Committee

BOE Meeting 9/19/2017Transfers as of : 9/14/2017

DATE ORG OBJ PROJ Description AMOUNT ORG OBJ PROJ Description AMOUNT REASON

8/24/2017 15411060 641 54 TEXTBOOKS (HARD COVER/REPL) 24,050.00$ 15411060 330 54 OTHER PROF TECH SERVICES 24,050.00$ To cover funds for foreign language consulting fees

9/5/2017 15411150 641 54 TEXTBOOKS (HARD COVER/REPL) 15,600.00$ 15411150 330 54 OTHER PROF TECH SERVICES 15,600.00$ To cover funds for social studies consulting fees

9/11/2017 15212370 137 52 CERTIFIED HOURLY 55,000.00$ 15228311 330 52 OTHER PROF TECH SERVICES 55,000.00$ To cover funds to Contract out for 3 PT Security Guards from Century

Protective Services

9/11/2017 15652000 330 56 OTHER PROF TECH SERVICES 491,444.00$ 15652000 330 49 OTHER PROF TECH SERVICES 491,444.00$ To cover funds for the Wolfpit-Leap program for SY-2017-2018

9/12/2017 15612400 117 56 TEACHERS (NON-RATIO) $40,800.00 15612390 330 56 OTHER PROF TECH SERVICES 40,800.00$ To cover funds to contract a BCBA with Constellation for 12 weeks

9/12/2017 10311030 117 03 TEACHERS $90,983.00 10311150 117 03 TEACHERS 90,983.00$ To cover funding for positions in other departments as well as

technology and professional development needs

10311110 117 03 TEACHERS $90,983.00 10321200 119 03 OTHER CERTIFIED 98,054.00$

10311130 117 03 TEACHERS $90,983.00 10324100 611 03 INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 53,000.00$

10328320 102 03 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 15,912.00$

10324100 580 03 TRAVEL 15,000.00$

09/13/17 12511000 122 25 PARA PROFESSIONAL $29,755.00 12524100 113 25 PRINCIPALS 67,755.00$ To cover funding for 50% of Cranbury's CISD's Salary in their local SBB

12524100 118 25 SUB COVERAGE FOR PD $11,000.00

12524100 122 25 CAFETERIA MONITORS $12,000.00

12528320 102 25 PROFFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT $3,000.00

12528320 643 25 AUDIOVISUAL $3,000.00

12524100 730 25 INSTRUCTIONAL EQUIPMENT $9,000.00

9/15/2017 10452000 150 04 Redesign holding account 30,000.00$ 15621130 119 04 OTHER CERTIFIED 30,000.00$ To shift funding to cover cost of increasing SW services at NPA from 2

days to 4 days

997,598.00$ 997,598.00$

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TOFROM

Total Transfers ToTotal Transfers From

VI.2.B

BOARD OF EDUCATION




Number on Agenda: VI.2.C.1


Agenda Title:

Brien McMahon High School NJROTC to Camp Niantic (Basic Leadership Training)

Sept 28 – Oct 1, 2017

Background:

The attached field trip must be approved at the Board level according to Policy #6153

– Field Trips


Funding Source:




Recommendation:


the Board of Education approves Brien McMahon High School NJROTC trip

to Camp Niantic (Basic Leadership Training) Sept 28 – Oct 1, 2017



VI.2.C.1

BOARD OF EDUCATION




Number on Agenda: VI.2.D


Agenda Title:

Approval of Board Meeting Date Change – Move November 7 to November 14

Background:


Funding Source:




Recommendation:


the Board of Education approves moving Board Meeting Date November 7 to

November 14, 2017.



BOARD OF EDUCATION




Number on Agenda: VI.3


Agenda Title:

Approval of the Priority Outcomes and Implementation Steps of the Strategic

Operating Plan for the 2017-18 School Year

Background:


Funding Source:




Recommendation:


the Board of Education approves the Priority Outcomes and Implementation

Steps of the Strategic Operating Plan for the 2017-18 School Year.



Raising the Bar/Closing the Gaps

Priority Implementation Steps of 2017-18 SY

1. Increase high school graduation requirements to 26 credits; redesignprogram of study.

2. In partnership with the University of Connecticut National Center for GiftedEducation, redesign “Academically Talented” program to reflect bestpractice, equity and cost-effectiveness based on student need.

3. Implement ‘Phase II’ of Middle School Redesign; develop and plan Phase III.

4. Develop a vision and strategies to align educational technology in a mannerthat accelerates and sustains the Strategic Operating Plan.

5. Develop and implement a ‘real time’ District Data Dashboard to the trackstudent outcomes in relation to the goals of the Strategic Operating Plan.

6. Expand summer school Tier III intervention to grade 5 and implement newExtended School Year (ESY) program for eligible students (in middleschools).

7. Partner with Norwalk Housing Authority to develop the highest and besteducational use for the proposed Colonial Village Education Center.

8. Plan a 30 minute extension in the elementary school day to begin in the2018-19 SY.

9. Develop an Assessment Plan to measure the growth of students withIndividualized Education Plans (IEPs) and assess the effectiveness ofspecialized instruction and student services.

10. Develop a blended learning center at each high school to provide studentswith opportunities to stay on track for graduation and earn additionalcredits.

11. Accomplish the ‘Design Phase’ of new schools planned for the Ely andPonus building sites.

VI.3



12. Implement ‘Phase III’ of Student Based Budgeting; provide adequate highschool funding to support graduation requirements.

13. Develop strategic plan for Early Childhood Education.

14. Complete planning and implementation of new high school ‘pathways’;new Media Pathway in partnership with CPTV; Health Sciences Pathway inpartnership with NCC and Norwalk Hospital; International BaccalaureateDiplomate; expand NECA to full enrollment of 400 students.

15. Implement Dyslexia assessment and clinical services in partnership withFairfield University.

16. Complete and implement rigorous curriculum design, mapping andalignment in grades 6-8 in Reading and Math.

17. Reduce interruption of student learning by ‘pull-outs’ from academicsubjects – Academically Talented program, band instrument lessons, stringslessons, and teacher ‘pull-outs’ for IEPs.

18. Develop and pilot systemic Tier III intervention in Reading in grades 4 and 5.(Achieve 3000 or other programs).

19. Pilot model lunch time (dining environment and healthy food) experienceat Rowayton Elementary School; expand breakfast in the classroomprogram at 6 schools.

20. Conduct feasibility study for Montessori Primary Program/School.

21. Conduct study and analysis of staff absenteeism and develop plans, policiesand procedures to improve adult attendance and reduce student learningloss.

22. Conduct study and develop a plan to address recommendations of theAmerican Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control concerningdelayed high school start times; plan pilot 2018-19.

VI.3



23. Implement Anonymous Alerts at high schools and middle schools to helpaddress Social and Emotional Security and Social Media dimensions ofschool climate; Implement Raptor Visitor Management System at allschools to increase school security.

24. Expand the “Excellence in Education” recognition program to includeschool support staff, in addition to honoring certified teachers and aligning with the State’s Teacher of the Year program.

25. Develop and execute a “State of the Schools” program (annual report) tocommunicate progress towards fulfilling Strategic Operating Plan.

26. Conduct feasibility study and develop plan for International BaccalaureateK-12 Pathway (Early Years and Middle Years Programmes).

27. Develop and pilot Tier III Reading tutoring opportunity in grades 4-6 as anextension of the school day, and in partnership with the Norwalk PublicLibrary.

28. Develop and Implement 'Rigor and Relevance Academy' Plan to improveTier 1 Instruction.

VI.3


Priority Outcomes for the 2017-18 SY

Rev. 9-13-17

1. Improve the District Accountability Index Score on the Connecticut NextGeneration Accountability Plan, Indicators 1 (State Testing) and 2 (Growth Factor).The combined Accountability Index benchmark for 2016-17 is 73.1.

2. Close the achievement gap of Norwalk students in grades 3-8 Reading (ELA),percent at Levels 3 and 4, by +2.9%.

3. Close the achievement gap of Norwalk students in Math in grades 3 and 4 by2.9%.

4. Reduce one-third of the 2016-17 learning loss between 5th and 6th grade inReading (ELA).

5. Increase the percentage of 8th grade students meeting college and careerreadiness expectations as measured by NWEA – MAP and Lexile scores. The 2016-17 benchmarks are 46.4% and 58.8% respectively.

6. Maintain gap closure of the 4-year high school graduation rate and graduationrate of high needs students.

7. Increase the percentage of Norwalk students in grades 4-10 who meet or exceedNWEA achievement norms. The 2016-17 benchmark is 58.7% in ELA and 46.4% inMath.

8. Increase the average Norwalk SAT scores of 11th graders. The current benchmarkis 499 ELA and 482 Math.

9. Increase the school readiness of ELLI pre-school students as measured by the PELI(vocabulary and phonological awareness).

10. Maintain the number and percentage of students taking Advanced Placement (AP)and International Baccalaureate (IB) exams. The 2017 benchmark increased 12%to 575. Increase the number and percentage of students passing exams. Thecurrent benchmark is 326 or 53.3%.

VI.3

BOARD OF EDUCATION






Agenda Title:

Approval of the collective bargaining agreement between the Norwalk Board of

Education and the Norwalk Federation of Teachers for the period of

September 1, 2016 through August 31, 2020

Background:


Funding Source:




Recommendation:


the Board of Education approves the collective bargaining agreement between

the Norwalk Board of Education and the Norwalk Federation of Teachers for

the period of September 1, 2016 through August 31, 2020.



BOARD OF EDUCATION






Agenda Title:

Approval of Salary Ranges and Compensation Plan for Non-union, Certified and Non-

Certified Management Positions, and Authorizations of the Superintendent to Implement,

beginning in 2017-18.

Recommendation:

Resolved, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the

Board of Education approves the Salary Ranges and Compensation Plan for Non-union,

Certified and Non-Certified Management Positions and Authorizations as follows:

A. AUTHORIZATIONS:

1. Placement of Chief Academic Officer, Michael Conner; Chief of School

Operations, Frank Costanzo; Chief Communications Officer, Brenda Williams,

on the beginning step of the recommended compensation range for these

positions effective July 1, 2017.

2. Authorization of the Superintendent to execute one-year renewable contracts for

the period of July 1, 2017 – June 30, 2018 with the following individuals whose

contracts have expired on June 30, 2017: Michael Conner, Frank Costanzo,

Thomas Hamilton, Ralph Valenzisi and Brenda Williams.

3. Adjustment of 2017-18 salaries of the following individuals, based on the criteria

of the plan effective July 1, 2017:

Cherese Chery $174,075 (5.5%)

Thomas Hamilton $185,653 (3.5%)

Ralph Valenzisi $189,374 (2.5%)



Board Agenda Item

Approval of salary ranges and compensation plan for non-union Senior Management positions for 2017-18

through 2019-20 and authorization of the Superintendent to implement aspects of the plan in the 2017-18 SY.

A. Compensation Plan The Board approves salary ranges and compensation plan for non-union, certified and non-certified senior

management positions as recommended by the Superintendent (see attached).

B. Authorizations 1. Placement of Chief Academic Officer, Michael Conner; Chief of School Operations, Frank Costanzo;

Chief Communications Officer, Brenda Williams, on the beginning step of the recommended compensation

range for these positions effective July 1, 2017.

2. Authorization of the Superintendent to execute one-year renewable contracts for the period of July 1, 2017 –

June 30, 2018 with the following individuals whose contracts have expired on June 30, 2017: Michael Conner,

Frank Costanzo, Thomas Hamilton, Ralph Valenzisi and Brenda Williams.

3. Adjustment of 2017-18 salaries of the following individuals, based on the criteria of the plan effective

July 1, 2017:

Cherese Chery $174,075 (5.5%)

Thomas Hamilton $185,653 (3.5%)

Ralph Valenzisi $189,374 (2.5%)

VI.5

2

Senior Management Team

Certified Positions Recommended Compensation Range

*Chief Academic Officer $189,000 – 209,000

*Chief of School Operations $189,000 – 209,000

Chief of Specialized Learning and Student Services $189,000 – 209,000

Chief of Technology, Innovation and Partnership $179,000 – 205,000

Non-Certified Positions

Chief Financial Officer $179,000 - $205,000

Chief Talent Officer $169,000 – $195,000

*Chief Communications Officer $112,000 – 139,000

*incumbent currently below range

VI.5

3

Senior Management Team

2017/18 – 2019/20

Compensation Plan

1. Adopt Salary Ranges (5% above NASA Contract for High School or Middle School Principals)

2. Adjustments to beginning of range as necessary

3. Discontinue 2-year contracts as they expire; replace with renewable 1-year contracts

4. Annual increase contingent on performance:

50% district outcomes

50% Individual goals/accomplishments

5. Salary increases capped at top of range; at top of range, an earned increase is paid as

a non-cumulative incentive

VI.5

BOARD OF EDUCATION






Agenda Title:

Approval of 2017-18 Board Workshop Topics/Schedule

Background:


Funding Source:




Recommendation:


the Board of Education approves the 2017-18 Board Workshop Topics/

Schedule.



Rev. 9/1/17

NORWALK BOARD OF EDUCATION

2017-2018

WORKSHOP TOPICS

DATES TOPIC(S) LOCATION

October 3, 2017 Rigorous Curriculum Design Grades 6-8 Reading and Math

Report on 2017 Summer Learning: Plans for 2018

City Hall

November 7, 2017 TBD – state Budget Reconciliation City Hall

December 5, 2017 Feasibility Study – Montessori Primary Program/School

Brookside Elem. School

January 2018 2018-19 Budget Workshop City Hall

February 2018 Early Childhood Council Strategic Plan

Adult Absenteeism Study and Recommendations

Norwalk Early Childhood Ctr.

March 2018 Phase III Middle School design

Redesign of Gifted Education

Roton Middle School

April 2018 High School Program of Study

Norwalk High School

May 2018 Plan for 30 min Extension of Elementary School Day

High School Start Times Report and Recommendations

City Hall

June 2018 SGC Annual Meeting and Feedback Session

Center for Global Studies

VI.6

BOARD OF EDUCATION






Agenda Title:

Recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month – September 15 – October 15, 2017

Background:


Funding Source:




Recommendation:


the Board of Education approves the recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month

– September 15 – October 15, 2017.



Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15 – October 15, 2017

The Norwalk Board of Education is proud to recognize September 15 to October

15, 2017 as Hispanic Heritage Month.

During Hispanic Heritage Month, we recognize the contributions made and the

important presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans in our community, and

celebrate their heritage and culture. Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the

histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came

from Puerto Rico, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America, or other

Spanish cultures.

Hispanic Heritage Month begins each year on September 15, the anniversary of independence of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Mexico, Chile and Belize also celebrate their independence days during this period. The observation started in 1968 under President Lyndon Johnson as Hispanic Heritage Week, and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period.

The Hispanic population of the United States now totals more than 58.6 million people, the second-largest racial or ethnic group in the U.S. In Norwalk, where the diversity of our community is a point of pride, people of Hispanic origin are part of the fabric of our city and schools. From PreK to Grade 12, more than 5,000 Norwalk students come from Hispanic backgrounds. Many classrooms in schools throughout the district have Hispanic Heritage celebrations planned for this month.

By declaring this Hispanic Heritage Month, the Board of Education encourages all

schools to share in this annual tribute with activities that celebrate the

generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced our city and

country.

VI.7

BOARD OF EDUCATION






Agenda Title:

Recognition of National Bullying Prevention Month – October 2017

Background:


Funding Source:




Recommendation:


the Board of Education approves the recognition of National Bullying

Prevention Month – October 2017



Bullying Awareness and Prevention Month

October 2017

Norwalk Public Schools is pleased to join others across the country to recognize

Bullying Awareness and Prevention month.

Throughout the month of October and beyond, Norwalk Schools throughout the

district will hold activities and events designed to educate students about

bullying.

Parents, educators and administrators are committed to working together to raise

awareness, and to promote a positive culture that eliminates bullying. Many

Norwalk schools implement a positive behavior strategy called “Positive

Behavioral Interventions & Supports,” or PBIS. PBIS includes preventative and

responsive approaches that may be utilized with all students in a classroom, small

groups, or a few individual students.

We know that bullying can lead to school avoidance, decreased self-esteem,

depression, and even self-harm. Social and peer pressures remain some of the

hardest obstacles for students to overcome.

Beginning in October, Norwalk students will have the ability to report bullying and

safety issues quickly using Anonymous Alerts, an anti-bullying app. Students or

parents in the school community will be able to anonymously submit issues to

school administrators and counselors including reports of suspicious activity,

safety threats, bullying, drug abuse, depression, harassment, family issues and

self-harm issues. The Anonymous Alerts mobile app is available free of charge.

More information will be sent to parents and students over the coming weeks.

By declaring October Bullying Awareness and Prevention Month, the Board of

Education encourages all Norwalk students, parents and members of the

community to spread messages of kindness, acceptance and inclusion.

All of us at Norwalk Public Schools stand together against bullying.

VI.8

INFORMATION

and

REPORTS

Breakfast Pilot Program At Brookside Elementary School

Research shows that increased school breakfast program participation is associated with better

academic test scores, daily attendance, and class participation, as well as reductions in student

absences and tardiness. However, getting food to students is not always a simple task.

Last school year, Brookside Elementary School implemented a successful breakfast in the

classroom program with the goal of increasing student participation and ensuring all students

start their day ready to learn and succeed.

Thanks to Norwalk Grows and FoodCorps, Norwalk Public Schools was provided with the

opportunity to apply for a mini-grant through Share Our Strength/No Kid Hungry to pilot a grab

‘n go breakfast model. Instead of serving breakfast in the cafeteria, the grant helped pay for a

cart filled with food that students could grab on their way into class in the morning.

With support from school leaders, Norwalk’s FoodCorps Service Member led the effort to

organize school stakeholders in rolling out a breakfast program. Additional partners included

Whitson’s food service staff, faculty, custodial staff and 5th grade student leaders.

The amazing Brookside staff embraced the concept and worked with the Norwalk FoodCorps

"Breakfast Brigade Team" to provide adequate time for students to eat and teachers to start

instruction.

The impact of this program was substantial, with 40 students participating in school breakfast

per day before the pilot, to an average of 120 students per day as a result.

The Board of Education is proud to honor the following representatives, who helped make this

program a success.

Honorees

Lisa Lenskold Director of Norwalk Grows, Dawn Crayco, FoodCorps CT Program Director, Ailish

Dennigan, FoodCorps Service Member, served with Norwalk Grows in 2016-17 Program Year, Sandra

Faioes, Principal at Brookside

Teacher of the Year: Dr. Robert Seferian

Each day in classrooms across the district, NPS educators work hard to ensure that our students

are achieving important benchmarks, and are prepared for future success.

The Connecticut Teacher of the Year Program recognizes and honors teacher excellence. It does

not attempt to select the "best" teacher, but to identify one teacher to serve as a

representative of what is best in the profession.

This year, Roton Middle School Special Education Teacher Dr. Robert Seferian was selected to

represent all Norwalk Public School teachers in the statewide 2018 Teacher of the Year

program. Teacher of the Year representatives will be celebrated at a banquet taking place in

November in Hartford.

The process of choosing a Norwalk Teacher of the Year representative began with submissions

from educators who had been selected as part of the annual “Excellence in Education”

initiative. A committee composed of administrators and community representatives from the

Norwalk Education Foundation then selected the Norwalk Teacher of the Year finalist.

Throughout his nearly 30-year tenure with Norwalk Public Schools, Dr. Seferian has worked

with special needs students. Along with administrators and colleagues, he led a groundbreaking

initiative at Roton Middle School, which implemented co-teaching strategies for high needs

students in general education classrooms rather than self-contained settings.

Dr. Seferian was also part of a group responsible for the implementation of the new middle

school redesign plan for sixth grade at Roton. Dr. Seferian worked with team members to

launch ENCORE, programming at the middle school level that provides enrichment, exploration

and application of the core curriculum for students.

The Board of Education is proud to honor Dr. Robert Seferian as Norwalk’s Teacher of the Year.

We are pleased to have him as a representative of all NPS educators who commit to excellence

each and every day.

Wednesday, September 13, 2017 NORWALK PUBLIC SCHOOLS

MONTHLY TRACKING SUMMARY REPORT

AUGUST 2017

OBJECT ORIGINAL

BUDGET

ADJUSTED

BUDGET

YTD

ACTUALS

LAST YEAR

YTD

MONTHLY

ACTUALS

LAST

YEAR

MTD

% OF

OPERATI

NG

VARIANC

E$

VARIANC

E%

% OF

BUDGET

SPENT

YR OVER

YR

GROWTH

116,642,702 116,696,129 3,124,515 2,848,341 6,706,373 6,181,520Salaries (100) 62.94% 53,427 0.05% 2.68% 9.70%

29,678,806 29,678,806 477,574 5,733,290 216,407 306,755Benefits (200) 16.01% 0 0.00% 1.61% -91.67%

7,435,129 8,748,338 633,546 145,574 595,074 109,964Professional & Technical Services (300) 4.72% 1,313,209 17.66% 7.24% 335.20%

2,403,962 2,352,962 383,539 277,236 236,382 96,289Property Services (400) 1.27% -51,000 -2.12% 16.30% 38.34%

19,658,557 19,661,460 1,063,119 1,382,419 975,198 1,274,456Other Services (500) 10.60% 2,903 0.01% 5.41% -23.10%

6,819,735 6,800,976 572,311 522,788 519,249 434,305Supplies and Materials (600) 3.67% -18,759 -0.28% 8.42% 9.47%

1,247,263 1,276,443 190,756 -8,369 119,500 8,156Equipment (700) 0.69% 29,180 2.34% 14.94% 0.00%

198,194 195,244 69,491 56,128 17,648 19,735Other Objects (800) 0.11% -2,950 -1.49% 35.59% 23.81%

184,084,348 185,410,359 100.00% 1,326,011 0.72% 9,385,831 10,957,408 8,431,179 6,514,850 3.51% -40.54%TOTAL

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MONTHLY TRACKING DETAIL REPORT

AUGUST 2017

OBJECT ORIGINAL

BUDGET

ADJUSTED

BUDGET

YTD

ACTUALS

LAST YEAR

YTD

MONTHLY

ACTUALS

LAST

YEAR

MTD

% OF

OPERATI

NG

VARIANC

E$

VARIANC

E%

% OF

BUDGET

SPENT

YR OVER

YR

GROWTH

Salaries (100)

100 DEGREE LEVEL CHANGES 100,000 100,000 0.05% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

101 LONG TERM SUBSTITUTES

Cert

410,000 410,000 0.22% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

102 PROFESSIONAL

DEVELOPMENT

73,337 77,214 0.04% 3,877 5.29% 3,300 4,429 5.74% 0 0 0.00%

103 SUBSTITUTE INTERNS 0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

111 SUPERINTENDENT 240,875 240,875 0.13% 0 0.00% 18,529 37,058 15.38% 19,531 40,251 -7.93%

112 CENTRAL ADMIN SUP TEAM 1,175,080 1,175,080 0.63% 0 0.00% 83,700 158,991 13.53% 49,075 88,073 80.52%

113 PRINCIPALS 5,512,099 5,512,099 2.97% 0 0.00% 414,765 798,716 14.49% 370,560 722,131 10.61%

114 SUPERVISORS 704,955 704,955 0.38% 0 0.00% 49,211 99,714 14.14% 34,046 68,416 45.75%

115 ASSISTANT SUPERVISORS 693,046 693,046 0.37% 0 0.00% 46,332 40,068 5.78% 45,362 98,055 -59.14%

116 DLC-TEACHERS AFTER

BUDGET ROLL

0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

117 TEACHERS 74,722,685 74,722,685 40.30% 0 0.00% 4,566,268 298,080 0.40% 4,273,771 90,501 229.37%

118 SUBSTITUTES Cert Daily 818,880 818,880 0.44% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 2,727 9,219 -100.00%

119 OTHER CERTIFIED 7,961,760 7,961,760 4.29% 0 0.00% 496,162 54,080 0.68% 443,477 33,143 63.17%

121 SECRETARY 2,750,048 2,750,048 1.48% 0 0.00% 181,039 319,772 11.63% 190,383 355,801 -10.13%

122 AIDE 9,057,445 9,057,445 4.89% 0 0.00% 71,219 180,272 1.99% 47,024 178,333 1.09%

123 CLERKS 1,588,545 1,588,545 0.86% 0 0.00% 39,107 69,902 4.40% 42,164 81,359 -14.08%

124 CUSTODIANS 3,725,628 3,725,628 2.01% 0 0.00% 257,876 451,882 12.13% 305,961 588,267 -23.18%

125 MAINTENANCE 521,688 521,688 0.28% 0 0.00% 35,042 60,571 11.61% 68,283 113,228 -46.50%

126 NON-AFFILIATED 2,791,429 2,803,429 1.51% 12,000 0.43% 203,339 368,837 13.16% 129,381 244,472 50.87%

127 OTHER NON-CERTIFIED 886,995 886,995 0.48% 0 0.00% 24,703 37,456 4.22% 17,689 33,184 12.87%

128 SUBSTITUTES Non-Cert LT 275,000 275,000 0.15% 0 0.00% 6,144 13,200 4.80% 2,136 5,287 149.67%

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AUGUST 2017

OBJECT ORIGINAL

BUDGET

ADJUSTED

BUDGET

YTD

ACTUALS

LAST YEAR

YTD

MONTHLY

ACTUALS

LAST

YEAR

MTD

% OF

OPERATI

NG

VARIANC

E$

VARIANC

E%

% OF

BUDGET

SPENT

YR OVER

YR

GROWTH

129 FOOD SVC-SUMMER

PAYROLL

0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

130 OVERTIME SALARIES 461,805 463,305 0.25% 1,500 0.32% 37,531 56,599 12.22% 16,432 28,797 96.55%

131 CERTIFIED OVERTIME

SALAR

31,000 31,000 0.02% 0 0.00% 960 960 3.10% 3,983 4,453 -78.44%

133 SALARIES-WORKSHOPS 54,814 54,814 0.03% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 235 -100.00%

134 SALARIES-EXTRA

CURRICULA

714,034 714,034 0.39% 0 0.00% 14,121 14,121 1.98% -709 4,617 205.83%

135 SECURITY 98,500 98,500 0.05% 0 0.00% 0 1,308 1.33% 0 5,474 -76.10%

137 CERTIFIED HOURLY 724,830 724,830 0.39% 0 0.00% 20,282 28,770 3.97% 13,861 49,773 -42.20%

138 NON-CERTIFIED HOURLY 17,500 17,500 0.01% 0 0.00% 3,096 3,096 17.69% 741 741 317.68%

139 EXTRA-CURRICULAR

STIPENDS

119,300 158,300 0.09% 39,000 32.69% 28,259 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

143 NURSES 1,445,108 1,445,108 0.78% 0 0.00% 102,043 19,944 1.38% 102,383 4,492 343.96%

145 PHYSICAL THERAPIST 44,936 44,936 0.02% 0 0.00% 3,345 6,689 14.89% 3,259 38 17,360.92%

150 REDESIGN FUNDS -1,078,620 -1,081,570 -0.58% -2,950 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

116,642,702 116,696,129 3,124,515 2,848,341 6,706,373 6,181,520Salaries (100) 62.94% 53,427 0.05% 2.68% 9.70%

Benefits (200)

200 PERSONAL

SERVICES-EMPL B

0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

212 FRINGE BENEFITS 24,060,796 24,060,796 12.98% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 4,999,787 -100.00%

213 WELLNESS PROGRAM 0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

230 RETIREMENT BENEFITS 1,814,671 1,814,671 0.98% 0 0.00% 35,874 62,268 3.43% 117,366 342,933 -81.84%

235 LONGEVITY 293,525 293,525 0.16% 0 0.00% 231 582 0.20% 855 1,443 -59.70%

240 SOCIAL SECURITY 3,384,814 3,384,814 1.83% 0 0.00% 180,302 414,725 12.25% 188,534 389,127 6.58%

250 UNEMPLOYMENT

COMPENSATIO

125,000 125,000 0.07% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

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AUGUST 2017

OBJECT ORIGINAL

BUDGET

ADJUSTED

BUDGET

YTD

ACTUALS

LAST YEAR

YTD

MONTHLY

ACTUALS

LAST

YEAR

MTD

% OF

OPERATI

NG

VARIANC

E$

VARIANC

E%

% OF

BUDGET

SPENT

YR OVER

YR

GROWTH

290 OTHER EMPLOYEE

BENEFITS

0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

29,678,806 29,678,806 477,574 5,733,290 216,407 306,755Benefits (200) 16.01% 0 0.00% 1.61% -91.67%

Professional & Technical Services (300)

300 PURCHASED PROF AND

TECH

245,599 243,099 0.13% -2,500 -1.02% 0 486 0.20% 11,907 11,907 -95.92%

301 ATTENDANCE AT

MEETINGS

60,810 63,760 0.03% 2,950 4.85% 6,170 21,818 34.22% 1,450 1,450 1,404.50%

311 RECRUITMENT 119,500 116,277 0.06% -3,223 -2.70% 304 304 0.26% 0 0 0.00%

312 IN SERVICE 0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 -1,120 0.00%

321 INSTRUCTION-NON-PAYRO

LL

0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

322 INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM

IM

850 850 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 440 440 -100.00%

323 PUPIL SERV-NON-PAYROLL

S

90,000 90,000 0.05% 0 0.00% 90,000 90,000 100.00%

324 FIELD TRIPS 2,635 2,635 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

329 MEDICAID

REIMBURSEMENT CREDIT

-600,000 -600,000 -0.32% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

330 OTHER PROF TECH

SERVICES

7,032,735 8,348,717 4.50% 1,315,982 18.71% 490,141 512,480 6.14% 83,668 120,399 325.65%

331 LEGAL FEES 483,000 483,000 0.26% 0 0.00% 8,459 8,459 1.75% 12,499 12,499 -32.32%

7,435,129 8,748,338 633,546 145,574 595,074 109,964Professional & Technical Services (300) 4.72% 1,313,209 17.66% 7.24% 335.20%

Property Services (400)

400 PURCHASED PROPERTY

SERVI

4,000 4,000 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

410 UTILITY SERV (WAT & SEW) 210,680 210,680 0.11% 0 0.00% 18,733 18,733 8.89% 16,158 16,158 15.93%

412 BOILER REPAIRS 175,000 175,000 0.09% 0 0.00% 0 10,027 5.73% 0 0 0.00%

413 TUBES & REFRACTORY 0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

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AUGUST 2017

OBJECT ORIGINAL

BUDGET

ADJUSTED

BUDGET

YTD

ACTUALS

LAST YEAR

YTD

MONTHLY

ACTUALS

LAST

YEAR

MTD

% OF

OPERATI

NG

VARIANC

E$

VARIANC

E%

% OF

BUDGET

SPENT

YR OVER

YR

GROWTH

414 BURNER SERVICE 25,000 25,000 0.01% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

415 OTHER REPAIRS 11,000 11,000 0.01% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

416 PNEUMATIC CONTROLS 25,000 25,000 0.01% 0 0.00% 4,325 4,325 17.30% 0 0 0.00%

417 CLOCKS & INTERCOMS 10,000 10,000 0.01% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

420 CLEANING SERVICES 27,810 27,810 0.01% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 70 70 -100.00%

421 DISPOSAL SERVICES 126,000 126,000 0.07% 0 0.00% 3,098 3,098 2.46% 3,360 3,360 -7.78%

425 GLASS 10,565 10,565 0.01% 0 0.00% 3,130 3,130 29.63% 1,685 1,685 85.76%

430 REPAIRS AND MAINT SERV 1,333,082 1,282,082 0.69% -51,000 -3.83% 150,159 285,584 22.28% 64,485 247,256 15.50%

431 ELEVATOR SERVICE 45,000 45,000 0.02% 0 0.00% 11,871 11,871 26.38% 240 2,080 470.70%

432 ELECTRIC SERVICE 20,500 20,500 0.01% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

433 ELECTRIC MOTORS 15,500 15,500 0.01% 0 0.00% 102 102 0.66% 795 57 78.33%

434 FOLDING PARTITIONS 10,300 10,300 0.01% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 1,550 1,550 -100.00%

440 RENTALS 45,000 45,000 0.02% 0 0.00% 5,775 7,480 16.62% 3,240 6,315 18.45%

441 RENTAL OF LAND AND

BUILD

29,000 29,000 0.02% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

450 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 125,000 125,000 0.07% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 1,881 1,881 -100.00%

455 CONSTRUCTION

PROJ-REIMB

0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

490 SECURITY SERVICES 50,000 50,000 0.03% 0 0.00% 629 629 1.26% 315 315 99.78%

492 LIFE SAFETY SYSTEMS 105,525 105,525 0.06% 0 0.00% 38,561 38,561 36.54% 932 932 4,039.02%

494 PURCH SERVICE SWIM

POOL

0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 1,577 -4,423 0.00%

2,403,962 2,352,962 383,539 277,236 236,382 96,289Property Services (400) 1.27% -51,000 -2.12% 16.30% 38.34%

Other Services (500)

500 OTHER PURCHASED

SERVICES

2,997,707 2,997,707 1.62% 0 0.00% 23,345 23,345 0.78% 139,436 195,237 -88.04%

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AUGUST 2017

OBJECT ORIGINAL

BUDGET

ADJUSTED

BUDGET

YTD

ACTUALS

LAST YEAR

YTD

MONTHLY

ACTUALS

LAST

YEAR

MTD

% OF

OPERATI

NG

VARIANC

E$

VARIANC

E%

% OF

BUDGET

SPENT

YR OVER

YR

GROWTH

510 STUDENT TRANS SERV

-PUBL

7,748,644 7,751,547 4.18% 2,903 0.04% 3,403 3,403 0.04% 326,336 334,821 -98.98%

511 STUDENT TRANS

SERV-NON-P

357,121 357,121 0.19% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

514 STATE TRANSP

REIMBURSEMENT

0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

519 STUDENT TRANS IND ARTS 22,150 22,150 0.01% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

520 WORKMENS

COMPENSATION

0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

521 GEN LIAB/PROPERTY INS 5,000 5,000 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

529 INTER ACTI INSUR PREM

PA

100,000 100,000 0.05% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

530 COMMUNICATIONS 271,200 271,200 0.15% 0 0.00% 7,130 34,799 12.83% 15,147 16,741 107.86%

540 ADVERTISING 6,000 6,000 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

550 PRINTING AND BINDING 0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

562 SPEC ED TUITION - OTHER

LEA's

2,400,000 2,400,000 1.29% 0 0.00% 109,285 109,285 4.55% 82,349 82,349 32.71%

563 SPEC ED - OOD

TUITION/EC/SAP

8,580,000 8,580,000 4.63% 0 0.00% 822,502 876,438 10.21% 701,986 731,924 19.74%

564 OOD TUITION-EXCESS

COST/SAP

-3,150,000 -3,150,000 -1.70% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

565 Regular Ed. OOD

Tuition-LEA's

124,000 124,000 0.07% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 2,642 2,642 -100.00%

566 REGULAR ED OOD TUITION 45,000 45,000 0.02% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

580 TRAVEL 122,410 122,410 0.07% 0 0.00% 9,532 15,848 12.95% 6,560 18,704 -15.27%

590 MISCELL PURCH SERV 29,325 29,325 0.02% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

19,658,557 19,661,460 1,063,119 1,382,419 975,198 1,274,456Other Services (500) 10.60% 2,903 0.01% 5.41% -23.10%

Supplies and Materials (600)

600 SUPPLIES 289,430 289,430 0.16% 0 0.00% 1,381 1,694 0.59% 392 922 83.78%

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AUGUST 2017

OBJECT ORIGINAL

BUDGET

ADJUSTED

BUDGET

YTD

ACTUALS

LAST YEAR

YTD

MONTHLY

ACTUALS

LAST

YEAR

MTD

% OF

OPERATI

NG

VARIANC

E$

VARIANC

E%

% OF

BUDGET

SPENT

YR OVER

YR

GROWTH

610 GENERAL SUPPLIES 366,090 366,090 0.20% 0 0.00% 77,179 77,179 21.08% 24,236 43,713 76.56%

611 INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 823,735 801,835 0.43% -21,900 -2.66% 53,641 69,405 8.66% 43,521 45,019 54.17%

612 ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPLIES 2,500 2,500 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

613 MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 175,000 175,000 0.09% 0 0.00% 34,873 34,873 19.93% 12,525 12,355 182.27%

614 POSTAGE 111,500 111,500 0.06% 0 0.00% 58,865 58,865 52.79% -7 59,493 -1.06%

615 PAPER/CLEANING

SUPPLIES

0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

616 TESTING 58,000 58,000 0.03% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

622 ELECTRICITY 2,558,906 2,558,976 1.38% 70 0.00% 245,844 280,302 10.95% 288,888 288,888 -2.97%

623 PROPANE GAS 9,000 9,000 0.00% 0 0.00% 229 229 2.55% 433 433 -47.04%

624 OIL 600,000 600,000 0.32% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

625 NATURAL GAS 768,500 768,430 0.41% -70 -0.01% 19,623 19,623 2.55% 56,144 56,144 -65.05%

626 GASOLINE 191,234 191,234 0.10% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 605 893 -100.00%

641 TEXTBOOKS (HARD

COVER/REPL)

288,480 265,627 0.14% -22,853 -7.92% 5,878 5,878 2.21% 1,792 4,706 24.91%

642 LIBRARY BOOKS AND

PERIOD

11,000 11,000 0.01% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

643 AUDIOVISUAL 47,423 47,940 0.03% 517 1.09% 3,660 5,511 11.50% 0 0 0.00%

644 CONSUMABLES/WORKBOO

KS

205,039 232,089 0.13% 27,050 13.19% 2,160 2,160 0.93% -100 -100 0.00%

645 TEXTBOOKS (SOFT COVER) 26,899 27,399 0.01% 500 1.86% 4,058 4,058 14.81% 392 392 934.99%

646 BOOK BINDING 4,400 2,900 0.00% -1,500 -34.09% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

689 Retention & Engagement 3,000 3,000 0.00% 0 0.00% 1,446 1,446 48.21%

690 OTHER SUPPLIES AND

MATER

248,199 247,626 0.13% -573 -0.23% 10,411 11,087 4.48% 5,485 9,931 11.63%

692 GRADUATION EXPENSES 31,000 31,000 0.02% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

693 ACCREDITATION 400 400 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

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AUGUST 2017

OBJECT ORIGINAL

BUDGET

ADJUSTED

BUDGET

YTD

ACTUALS

LAST YEAR

YTD

MONTHLY

ACTUALS

LAST

YEAR

MTD

% OF

OPERATI

NG

VARIANC

E$

VARIANC

E%

% OF

BUDGET

SPENT

YR OVER

YR

GROWTH

6,819,735 6,800,976 572,311 522,788 519,249 434,305Supplies and Materials (600) 3.67% -18,759 -0.28% 8.42% 9.47%

Equipment (700)

730 INSTRUCTIONAL

EQUIPMENT

397,343 431,723 0.23% 34,380 8.65% 53,655 59,623 13.81% -10,289 -27,011 0.00%

731 MACHINERY 0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

733 INSTRUCTIONAL

SOFTWARE

376,077 376,077 0.20% 0 0.00% 7,500 72,189 19.20% 18,445 18,642 287.24%

734 OTHER EQUIPMENT 0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

735 COMPUTER EQUIPMENT 0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

737 COMPUTER EQUIPMENT 0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

739 NON-INSTRUCTIONAL

EQUIPMENT

79,714 74,514 0.04% -5,200 -6.52% -4,216 -3,617 -4.85% 0 0 0.00%

749 LEASE PAYMENTS 394,129 394,129 0.21% 0 0.00% 62,560 62,560 15.87% 0 0 0.00%

1,247,263 1,276,443 190,756 -8,369 119,500 8,156Equipment (700) 0.69% 29,180 2.34% 14.94% 0.00%

Other Objects (800)

810 DUES,FEES AND

MEMBERSHIP

198,194 195,244 0.11% -2,950 -1.49% 17,648 69,491 35.59% 19,735 56,128 23.81%

813 PUBLIC RELATIONS 0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

822 INST PROGRAM

IMPROVEMENT

0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

890 REDESIGN FUNDS 0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

891 CLOTHING 0 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0.00%

198,194 195,244 69,491 56,128 17,648 19,735Other Objects (800) 0.11% -2,950 -1.49% 35.59% 23.81%

184,084,348 185,410,359 100.00% 1,326,011 0.72% 9,385,831 10,957,408 8,431,179 6,514,850 3.51% -40.54%TOTAL

7

MINUTES

Pending Approval

Norwalk Board of Education

August 15, 2017

Page 1 of 13


REGULAR MEETING

AUGUST 15, 2017

ATTENDANCE: Michael Lyons, Chairman; Artie Kassimis, Dr. Yvel Crevecoeur.

Michael Barbis (via Tele-Conference); Bryan Meek (via Tele-Conference)

STAFF: Dr. Steven Adamowski, Superintendent;

Staff members in attendance; presenters as noted.

Call to Order

Mr. Lyons called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. It was noted that the following members were

in attendance via telephone conference: Mike Barbis, Bryan Meek. The votes on actions was

done by roll call of the teleconferencing members.

Public Comments:

Mr. Kassimis stated that members of the public who had signed up on the public participation

sheet are to come forward when their name was called, state their name, address, or affiliation,

and to keep comments civil, within the three-minute time limit.

Name Address/Affiliation Topic

1. Lori Keegan, 2 Barjune Road spoke about bullying prevention and CT Statute 11-232 that

stipulates training for educators and NPS staff. She shared her involvement in the Greenwich

district following the death of Bart from suicide as a consequence of bullying. She asked the

Board to promote awareness and ensure that bullying prevention initiatives are put in place.

2. Mary Yordon, 1 Mott Avenue, NFT referred to the many issues that impact the district for

the 2017-18 school year – the state budget, transition to the 2.0 state insurance, settlement of

the NFT contract; timeline to promote Special Education and Middle School Redesign,

teacher training, health, safety and cleanliness of the buildings. She commended the members

with willingness to collaborate as a unified Board with addressing these and other issues.

3. John Mosby, 15 Adamson Avenue, Norwalk spoke on the support his daughter has had from

the public with election signatures; he shared his emotional outcry for what is happening in

Virginia with extremist groups and for the Board to have minority representation. He referred

to outsourcing of custodians, his involvement in violations with the state, and he feels this

Board is running the system into the ground, members should resign, he will fight for

fairness and what is right…

Mr. Kassimis closed public participation portion of the meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Pending Approval


August 15, 2017

Page 2 of 13

Superintendent’s Report

Convocation: August 25, 2017

Convocation will be held at Brien McMahon High School with two sessions, one for

secondary and one for elementary/pre-K with a shared common session with a brunch and/or

lunch. He noted that the intention was to change it up from the all district one assembly to

provide a targeted program by grade level. He added that an agenda outline will be issued to

building principals to send to staff to include the keynote speaker that will provide a

motivational program on education.

Implications of State Budget Crisis and Recommended Action

Dr. Adamowski reported that they are very concerned about the uncertainty of the state

budget. He met recently with the Mayor and leadership from the CC, BOE and BET with our

state delegation shortly after the Governor’s executive order was released a few weeks ago to

talk about options. A surplus from the last Norwalk school year budget will be used to retain

half of the staff members thought to have been instrumental in closing the achievement gap.

No one can tell how much will be cut from Norwalk’s state education funding this year, but

it’s a safe bet that $1 million will be cut from the grant that funds the Curriculum and Site

Instructional Directors (CISD). Therefore, half of those positions will be cut, as Norwalk

waits to hear if it’s losing $6 million, $4 million or $2 million based on Governor Malloy’s

order that cuts $6 million from Norwalk’s Educational Cost Sharing (ECS) grant.

There is no Alliance District funding in Malloy’s plan, and no Priority School District grants.

Norwalk gets $1 million through Alliance, which would be eliminated first in an ECS cut

because it’s a recently created program that wasn’t reauthorized by the legislature. The PSD

funding is $5 million.

If Alliance Districts are reauthorized it’s thought that Norwalk would be top of the list based

upon the money received and the gains in academic achievement made, so Norwalk should

be in the Department of Education as the source of that opinion.

He outlined that this is complicated, in that if the ECS funding is cut the city would receive

less money but NPS would not be directly affected. Alliance would go first, a subtraction of

money the schools rely on, but then the remaining $5 million would be the city’s

responsibility.

He summarized that the sense is that we need to be prepared for some cuts in the ECS grant

given the history of underfunding of Norwalk, most likely it won’t be a $6 million, maybe a

$2 million or $4 million cut, but even if it is a $1 million cut we are going to lose the

Alliance grant because it’s going to come off the top.

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Dr. Adamowski outlined that unless the state goes budget goes down entirely, we are going

to have a Priority School District grant of some sort, as we would qualify for inclusion in the

Priority School District program. We are taking a defensive position of cutting 20 % of the

Priority Schools District grant because we have been told by the state department that would

be a likely scenario.

We don’t want to take steps that might be proven to be unjustified once the circumstances are

finally settled, but we have to prepare as best as we can, and make as many defensive

measures as we can. Cutting half the CISDs will mean that more schools will share the

Directors. He added that a number of the CIDS are candidates for an Assistant Principal

position at Ponus--we hope to save one of them that way. He continued that then we have

some with the right to bump into teaching, and we’ve been holding a couple of vacancies

open for that contingency with action in the next couple of weeks.

Following contributing comments on the state budget issue, Dr. Adamowski added another

topic to his report that was not on the agenda:

Middle Grades Design Professional Learning Institute

Dr. Adamowski referred to the outline provided on the Middle Grades Design Professional

Learning Institute on August 16-18, 2017 at Roton Middle School that will feature former

BMHS Principal, Suzanne Koroshetz.

Consent Calendar:

Approval of Personnel; Approval of Budget Transfers; Approval of Trips

** MR. KASSIMIS MOVED TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION:

RESOLVED, UPON THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF

SCHOOLS, THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION APPROVES THE CONSENT

CALENDAR OF PERSONNEL, BUDGET TRANSFERS, AND SCHOOL TRIPS.

** DR. CREVECOEUR SECONDED THE MOTION.

** THE MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Approval of Personnel

Anthony Shannon, Esq. Effective Date: Sept 22, 2017 Posting: #3322 Director of Labor

Relations/Assistant Chief of HR

Jennifer L. Sweeters Date: August, 24, 2017 Posting: #3349 0.6 Core Subject Teacher

Emily Haire Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3477 Speech/Language Pathologist, Marvin

Shauna Sutton Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3428 ELL Teacher, District Wide

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Personnel Actions – continued

Kevin Devine Effective Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3073 Mathematics Teacher,

Norwalk High School

Samantha DeMatteo Effective Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3016 Chemistry Teacher,

Norwalk High School

Shanda Haynie Effective Date: August 24, 2017 One Year Assignment/Child Rearing

Posting: #3344 School Counselor, West Rocks Middle School

Ivy McFadden Effective Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3214 SPED Teacher, Norwalk

High School

Jesse Wagenberg Effective Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3328 Mathematics Teacher,

Brien McMahon High School

Kristi Carriero Effective Date: July 1, 2017 Posting: #3299 Housemaster, Brien McMahon

Jacqueline Aquino Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3374 MathTeacher, Ponus Ridge MS

Phillip Konopka Date: August 24, 2017 Posting:#3377 PE/Health Teacher, Brien McMahon

Lynette Martinez Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3377 PE /Health Teacher, Norwalk High

Diane DiMarino Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3015 Spanish Teacher, Norwalk High

Lisa Manaster Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3352 Special Ed. Teacher, Columbus,

Paula Medina Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3375 Math Teacher, Brien McMahon

Linda Meo Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #1926 Art Teacher, Brien McMahon

Elise Lake Effective Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3413 Teacher, Columbus

Lester Steinberg: Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3373 Accelerated Math Teacher, Ponus

Amanda Perez Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3430 Grade 5 Elementary, Jefferson

Michael Piraneo Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3472 Grade Jefferson Magnet

Andrea Riley Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3400 Health 6-8, Ponus Ridge

Julianne Howard Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3404 Mathematics, Nathan Hale

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Personnel Actions – continued

Name: Marlene Leon Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3406 ESL, Roton Middle

Name: Jennifer Dunnaville Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3395 Spanish (50%), Roton

Name: Barbara Sanon Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3388 Grade 3 Teacher, Cranbury

Name: Maria McCool Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3365 Grade 4 Teacher, Tracey

Name: Courtney LeBlanc Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3356 Grade 1 Teacher, Kendall

Name: Tiffany Cavanagh Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3407 Grade 4 Teacher, Jefferson

Name: Keisha Abney-Biko Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3358 Grade 5 Teacher, Kendall

Name: Rachel Scicchitano Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3357 Grade 4 Teacher, Kendall

Name: Latoya Lisle Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3424 Grade 1 Teacher, Kendall

Name: Ian Golden Effective Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3397 Read 180 Teacher, Roton

Name: Ashley Kirk Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3367 Music Teacher, Tracey

Name: Shelley Ericson Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3436 Grade 1 Teacher, Tracey

Name: Connie Jessup August 24, 2017 Posting: #3478 Science/Social Studies, Nathan Hale

Name: Lynne Macey Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3421 Business, Brien McMahon

Gianna Fiorentini Date: August 24, 2017 Posting: #3442 Kindergarten Teacher, Rowayton

RESIGNATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF RETIREMENT EFF. Date

Dylewski, Robert - ED. D. Director of Labor Relations, Central Office Sept 21, 2017

RESIGNATION FOR PERSONAL REASONS EFF. Date

Halliday, Deirdre – French, Nathan Hale Middle School August 24, 2017

Mosher, Kristen - Director, Norwalk Early Childhood Center July 17, 2017

Tomasiewicz, Carrie - Special Ed. Teacher, Brien McMahon August, 24,

Stevens, Seth - School Psychologist, Norwalk High School July 10, 2017

Feldman, Maya - SLP, Marvin Elementary School August 5, 2017

Hickey, Colleen - Special Education Teacher, Jefferson Magnet July 8, 2017

Monroy, Talia - Speech Therapist, Marvin July 12, 2017

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Approval of Budget Transfers (itemized from chart –list as follows on next pages) Total Transfers From $ 10,716,748.25 Total Transfers To $ 10,716,748.25

Approval of Trips: Brien McMahon Cheerleading Team to Preschutti, PA

(UCA Cheer Camp) August 16-19, 2017

*Following the approval of the Personnel Actions, Cherise Chery came forward and

introduced new hires in attendance: Attorney Anthony Shannon and Jaime DeJesus

BUDGET TRANSFERS: ORG OBJ PROJ Description AMOUNT ORG OBJ PROJ Description REASON

6/21/2017 15621200 119 3 Guidance Counselors Salary account - District $ 6 78,296.14 10321200 119 03 BMHS

Guidance Counselors $ 6 78,296.14 Move Salary from District Account to School Location - SBB

15621200 119 5 Guidance Counselors Salary account - District $ 7 77,118.22 10521200 119 05 NHS Guidance

Counselors $ 7 77,118.22 Move Salary from District Account to School Location - SBB

15621200 119 14 Guidance Counselors Salary account - District $ 3 12,356.72 11421200 119 14 Nathan Hale


15621200 119 16 Guidance Counselors Salary account - District $ 3 38,444.58 11621200 119 16 Ponus Guidance


15621200 119 18 Guidance Counselors Salary account - District $ 2 21,318.48 11821200 119 18 Roton Guidance


15621200 119 19 Guidance Counselors Salary account - District $ 2 60,907.48 11921200 119 19 West Rocks


13724100 122 37 Marvin Aide Position $ 20,000.00 13711000 122 37 Marvin Aide Position $ 20,000.00 Correct

salary account

6/21/2017 15612390 330 56 OTHER PROF TECH SERVICES $ 20,000.00 15612800 330 56 OTHER PROF

TECH SERVICES $ 20,000.00 To cover for SPED services for the rest of the year and Extended School Year

06/27/17 15328310 112 53 Central Admin Support Team $ 3,100.00 15310001 128 53 Substitutes $ 31,979.61 To

cover account deficit15311001 101 53 Long Term Substitutes $ 14,880.33 - 15311011 118 53 Subs $ 13,999.28

6/27/2017 15310001 118 53 Substitutes $ 1 25,612.63 15311001 118 53 Substitutes $ 1 29,441.01 15311001 101 53

Long term Subs $ 3,828.38 10332001 510 03 STUDENT TRANS SERV -PUBL $ 6,255.59

6/27/2017 15328310 112 53 Central Admin Support Team $ 28,881.00 15328310 126 53 Central Admin Support

Team $ 28,881.00 To cover account deficit

7/19/2017 10324100 730 03 INSTRUCTIONAL EQUIPMENT $ 26,036.01 15612270 137 56 Certified Hourly $ 1

38,853.88 To cover Homebound tutoring deficit

12524100 611 25 INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES $ 3,229.16 12824100 611 28 INSTRUCT. SUPPLIES

$ 2,579.3812824100 690 28 SUPPLIES AND MATLS $ 649.78 - 15612400 331 56 LEGAL FEES $ 6,458.32

11224100 510 05 STUDENT TRANS SERV -PUBL $ 8,397.00 - 10524901 137 05 CERT SAT DET $ 3,597.23

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Budget Transfers – continued ORG OBJ PROJ AMOUNT ORG OBJ PROJ Description AMOUNT REASON -

11224100 611 05 INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES $ 3,388.60 - 10511050 641 05 TEXTBOOKS $ 2,235.43

10532001 730 05 INSTRUCTIONAL EQUIPMENT $ 2,164.91 10511060 641 05 TEXTBOOKS $ 2,019.00

10511080 730 05 INSTRUCT. EQUIPMENT $ 1,573.69 10511130 611 05 INSTRUCT.SUPPLIES $ 1,571.96

10532001 510 05 STUDENT TRANS SERV -PUBL $ 1,469.16 10511150 641 05 TEXTBOOKS $ 1,285.00

15428101 600 54 SUPPLIES $ 19,000.00 - 15612210 730 56 INSTRUCTIONAL EQUIPMENT $ 6,423.44

15621400 616 56 TESTING $ 5,200.85 - 10332001 510 03 STUDENT TRANS SERV -PUBL $ 6,256.93

10411110 644 04 CONSUMABLES/WORKBOOKS $ 2,000.00 - 10411150 644 04

CONSUMABLES/WORKBOOKS $ 1,229.16 11632002 300 16 PURCHASED PROF AND TECH $ 2,225.60

11632002 510 16 ST TRANS SERV -PUBL $ 1,003.56 11832002 300 18 PURCH PROF AND TECH $ 9,687.48

11928320 102 19 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT $ 12,916.64 7/20/2017 15612400 117 03 TEACHERS

(NON-RATIO) $ 1 81,696.00 15725110 212 57 FRINGE BENEFITS $ 1 81,696.00 To cover Health Insurance

7/21/2017 15612900 563 56 TUITION+STATE AGNCY PLAC $ 99,000.00 16127002 510 61 STUDENT TRANS

SERV -PUBL $ 4 74,811.00 To Cover the SPED transportation Deficit

15612800 330 56 PROF TECH SERVICES $ 1 50,671.00 15123210 330 51 PROF TECH SERVICES $ 34,890.00

15725100 530 57 COMM. $ 32,970.00 -16137080 511 61 STUDENT TRANS SERV-NON-P $ 31,880.00

16127001 510 61 STUDENT TRANS SERV -PUBL $ 93,830.00 10324100 500 03 PURCH SERV $ 17,200.00

10324901 130 03 OVERTIME SALARIES $ 10,870.00 15411050 118 54 SUBSTITUTES Cert Daily $ 3,500.00

7/21/2017 16026200 625 60 NATURAL GAS $ 52,777.10 16127004 510 61 STUDENT TRANS SERV -PUBL

$ 17,109.28 To cover account deficit12112200 611 21 INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES $ 3,827.12

11632002 510 16 STUDENT TRANS SERV -PUBL $ 932.12 To cover account deficit

430 05 REPAIRS AND MAINT SERV $ 6 7.04 16127001 519 61 STUDENT TRANS IND ARTS $ 13,420.07

15725000 580 57 TRAVEL $ 819.67 To cover account deficit 16127001 626 61 GAS $ 21,380.12

15725200 690 57 OTHER SUPPLIES AND MATER $ 3,010.00 To cover account deficit

7/21/2017 16026200 610 60 GENERAL SUPPLIES $ 45,633.65 16026200 130 60 OVERTIME SALARIES

$ 41,703.91 To cover account deficit

16127001 130 61 O.T. SALARIES $ 2,623.52 - 10524901 130 05 O.T. SALARIES $ 824.99 >account deficit

14524100 130 45 OVERTIME SALARIES $ 359.50 11624100 130 16 OVERTIME SALARIES $ 87.43

16026000 130 60 OVERTIME SALARIES $ 3 4.30 To cover account deficit

7/21/2017 15612400 122 24 AIDE $ 30,000.00 10328320 133 03 SALARIES-WORKSHOPS $ 1,873.15

To cover account deficit 13424100 122 34 AIDE $ 16,540.07 15411120 133 54 SALARIES- $ 96.00

10324901 135 03 SECURITY $ 3,961.63 10524901 135 05 SECURITY $ 1,868.26 15612270 137 56 CERT

HOURLY $ 5,951.49 11632002 137 16 CERT HOURLY $ 4,686.50 To cover acct deficit

10524901 137 05 CERT SAT DETEN $ 805.00 15612290 138 56 NON-CERTIFIED HOURLY $ 7,175.18

16127002 138 61 NON-CERTIFIED HOURLY $ 9 6.12 To cover account deficit.

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Approval of 2017-18 Assessment Calendar

Dr. Adamowski referred to the calendar in the agenda packet and noted that this was aligned

with new assessment systems, standardized testing and curriculum updates. (Packet pgs. 22-27)

** DR. CREVECOEUR MOVED TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION:


SCHOOLS, THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION APPROVES THE 2017-18

ASSESSMENT CALENDARS FOR ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

** MR. KASSIMIS SECONDED THE MOTION.


Approval of Application for Competitive Perkins Grant for Development of Media Pathway

Mr. Valenzisi provided an overview of the background and history on the Perkins Grant and

support by the Dalia Foundation. He referred to documentation in the agenda packet that outlines

this new program at Norwalk High School (Packet pgs. 29-58).



SCHOOLS, THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION APPROVES THE APPLICATION

FOR COMPETITIVE PERKINS GRANT FOR DEVELOPMENT OF MEDIA

PATHWAY.



Approval of New Classrooms “Teach-to-One” Contract Amendment for 2017-18

Mr. Valenzisi provided an overview of the background a on the Teach to One Pilot program.

Mr. Lyons noted his experience visiting the program and commented on the success and

implementation of technology in the classrooms. (Packet pgs. 60-67)



SCHOOLS, THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION APPROVES THE NEW

CLASSROOMS “TEACH-TO-ONE” CONTRACT AMENDMENT FOR 2017-18.



Approval of NASA Collective Bargaining Contract Ratification

Mr. Lyons noted the process and collaborative efforts with the contract and that is recommended

for approval of the ratification. (Packet pgs. 72-75)

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SCHOOLS, THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION APPROVES THE NASA

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING CONTRACT RATIFICATION



Approval of School Bus Depot Lease and Sub-lease

Mr. Hamilton presented an overview reviewed the supporting documentation for the lease

and outlined the savings to the district and explained the background information on the

item. He outlined the process the legal department followed to ensure environmental

concerns and steps taken to incorporate language into the lease documents to ensure terms

that were fair and just. Mr. Lyons noted that this was something that was been being worked

on and ironed out for some time and much needed. (Packet pgs. 78-88)

** MR. KASSIMIS MOVED TO APPROVE THE BUS DEPOT LEASE AND

SUBLEASE FOR THE FOLLOWING ACTION:

Authorize the Superintendent, to execute a 25 year Lease agreement with 332 Wilson

Avenue, LLC, with the City acting as joint tenant with the Norwalk Board of

Education, for property located at 332-334 Wilson Avenue to be used as the

school bus depot for Norwalk Public Schools.

Authorize the Superintendent, to execute a sublease agreement, with the Norwalk

Board of Education as joint sub-landlord with the City of Norwalk, and First

Student, Inc. as sub-tenant for the property located at 332-334 Wilson Avenue to

be used in connection with its contract for student bus transportation services

for the Norwalk Public Schools. The term of the sublease will be commensurate

with the term of the services contract for Norwalk Public School student

transportation services.



Approval of Adjustment to Transportation Policy 3541: Routes and Services Regulations

Dr. Adamowski referred to the amended policy on Courtesy Bus Pass Lottery and noted that

letters to parents have been issued without receiving any negative response. He added that this

resulted in savings in the transportation budget. In response to Mr. Kassimis question on

denying a student a ride on the bus, he noted that they would work with the bus company until

parents can make arrangements. (Packet pgs. 90-96)

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SCHOOLS, THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION APPROVES THE ADJUSTEMENT

TO THE TRANSPORTATION POLICY 3541 ROUTES AND SERVICES

REGULATIONS.



Approval of Evaluation and Incentive Compensation for Superintendent

Mr. Lyons highlighted the evaluation process and success with achieving the Strategic Operating

Plan items and goals by the Superintendent. He noted that the incentive represents 3% or

approximately $7,000.

Mr. Meek added that at the retreat it was impressive to note the many accomplishments and he

congratulated Dr. Adamowski on the achievements and looks forward to another year with his

leadership. Mr. Barbis echoed those remarks.



SCHOOLS, THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION APPROVES THE EVALUATION

AND INCENTIVE COMPENSATION FOR SUPERINTENDENT.



Approve Superintendent to Execute Separate Contract with Cannon for Mailroom Outsourcing

Mr. Hamilton presented an overview of the supporting documentation for the decision to

combine the service with the City and outlined the savings to the district and explained the

background information on the item. He fielded questions and comments from the members

on notification of current employee job changes and requirements. (Packet pgs. 99-100) ** MR. KASSIMIS MOVED TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION:


SCHOOLS, THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION APPROVES THE

SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE SEPARATE CONTRACT WITH CANNON FOR

MAILROOM OUTSOURCING



Mr. Meek stated that he would be signing off from the phone conference at 8:45 p.m.

Mr. Lyons noted that items VII and VIII would be deferred to the next meeting.

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Information and Reports

June 2017 Monthly Financial Report

Mr. Hamilton presented a recap of the fiscal year-ending showing that Norwalk Public

Schools has a surplus from 2016-17:

NPS is finishing the 2016-17 school year with a surplus of $2.4 million; but it is

misleading because $1.3 million of that is the Special Education Transitional

Development fund. Although NPS is carrying over the money as part of its agreement

with the city, the $1.3 million is calculated into the percentage the schools are allowed to

keep from the surplus, under state statute.

Some of the surplus is being carried over for retirement payouts and unsettled labor

contracts; NPS is negotiating with the state on other issues, and money is being set aside

as a contingency on those items.

The BoE can retain an amount equal to 1% of its budget. NPS is therefore requesting that

it keep $435,700, and expects to return $220,000 to the city. The $435,700 allows NPS to

fund half of the CISDs.

Pending Approval


August 15, 2017

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Acceptance of English Learner Support Services (ELSS)/Norwalk Public Schools Partnership

Ms. Helene Becker provided an overview of the background and history on the English Learner

Support Services (ELSS)/Norwalk Public Schools Partnership. She outlined the importance of

this partnership and noted that this was aligned with the district’s Strategic Operating Plan.

Committee/Representative Reports

Special Education Ad-Hoc Committee

Dr. Crevecoeur reported that the Committee will meet on the 2nd Tuesday of the month and the

next meeting agenda is being developed in preparation of the next meeting.

Personnel & Negotiations:

Mr. Lyons noted that the outstanding contracts have been settled and agreements have been

reached.

Facilities

Mr. Barbis reported that the building specs committees will be interviewing Construction

Managers for the school renovation projects.

Curriculum & Instruction

Mr. Kassimis reported that the committee met in July on the Grade 4 Resources and have

approved the recommendation for Harcourt Mifflin.

He noted that for facilities, there was a question on how Doug Marchetti is compensated for his

involvement with the City Pool. Mr. Barbis noted that they are in discussions with the City and a

plan will be recommended that all should be satisfied with.

Building Safety

Mr. Kassimis reported that Joe Rios is implementing the new visitor registration system. Also an

‘Vulnerable Alert App’ is being developed to warn those in the building of a possible intruder.

He added that the I.P cameras will be installed to improve the quality of the digital video

imaging of building cameras.

Board Member Announcements

Dr. Crevecoeur welcomed Yvette Goorevitch, new Chief of Specialized Learning who

was in attendance to the Board and audience.

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Mr. Lyons shared a story on his late arrival to the meeting because of the escape of his

daughter’s dog and the efforts to locate him. He thanked a Norwalk High student,

Chris Buzzeo, for his efforts on capturing the dog and returning him to safety.

Approval of Minutes: June 20; June 27 Deferred to the next meeting

Employment Contracts of Exempt Employees and other Personnel Matters

No Executive Session was held - Deferred to the next meeting

Adjournment

** MR.KASSIMIS MOVED TO ADJOURN.



The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Marilyn Knox,

Telesco Secretarial Services

Pending Approval


September 5, 2017

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WORKSHOP MEETING

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

ATTENDANCE: Michael Lyons, Chairman; Erik Anderson, Mike Barbis,

Dr. Yvel Crevecoeur, Sherelle Harris, Artie Kassimis, Heidi Keyes,

Shirley Mosby, Mayor Rilling (7:25 p.m.)

STAFF: Dr. Steven Adamowski, Superintendent

Call to Order

Mr. Lyons called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m., led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance,

and noted those in attendance as listed above.

Work Session

Final Discussion of Priority Outcomes and Priority Implementation Steps of the 2017-18 School

Year ().

Raising the Bar/Closing the Gaps Priority Implementation Steps of 2017-18 SY

Dr. Adamowski noted that the draft contained additions and revisions, reflects Board discussion

and contributions during the Retreat Session of July 21-22, 2017. He reviewed the following

steps, elaborated on the objective and rationale, and fielded comments and questions from Board

members.

1. Increase high school graduation requirements to 26 credits; redesign program of study.

2. In partnership with the University of Connecticut National Center for Gifted Education,

redesign “Academically Talented” program to reflect best practice, equity and cost-effectiveness

based on student need.

3. Implement ‘Phase II’ of Middle School Redesign; develop and plan Phase III.

4. Develop a vision and strategies to align educational technology in a manner that accelerates

and sustains the Strategic Operating Plan.

5. Develop and implement a ‘real time’ District Data Dashboard to the track student outcomes in

relation to the goals of the Strategic Operating Plan.

6. Expand summer school Tier III intervention to grade 5 and implement new Extended School

Year (ESY) program for eligible students (in middle schools).

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Raising the Bar/Closing the Gaps Priority Implementation Steps of 2017-18 SY—continued

7. Partner with Norwalk Housing Authority to develop the highest and best educational use for

the proposed Colonial Village Education Center.

8. Plan a 30 minute extension in the elementary school day to begin in the 2018-19 SY.

9. Develop an Assessment Plan to measure the growth of students with Individualized Education

Plans (IEPs) and assess the effectiveness of specialized instruction and student services.

10. Develop a blended learning center at each high school to provide students with opportunities

to stay on track for graduation and earn additional credits.

11. Accomplish the ‘Design Phase’ of new schools planned for the Ely and Ponus building sites.

12. Implement ‘Phase III’ of Student Based Budgeting; provide adequate high school funding to

support graduation requirements.

13. Develop strategic plan for Early Childhood Education.

14. Complete planning and implementation of new high school ‘pathways’; new Media Pathway

in partnership with CPTV; Health Sciences Pathway in partnership with NCC and Norwalk

Hospital; International Baccalaureate Diplomate; expand NECA to full enrollment of 400

students.

15. Implement Dyslexia assessment and clinical services in partnership with Fairfield University.

16. Complete and implement rigorous curriculum design, mapping and alignment in grades 6-8

in Reading and Math.

17. Reduce interruption of student learning by ‘pull-outs’ from academic subjects –Academically

Talented program, band instrument lessons, strings lessons, and teacher ‘pull-outs’ for IEPs.

18. Develop and pilot systemic Tier III intervention in Reading in grades 4 and 5.

(Achieve 3000 or other programs).

19. Pilot model lunch time (dining environment and healthy food) experience at Rowayton

Elementary School; expand breakfast in the classroom program at 6 schools.

20. Conduct feasibility study for Montessori Primary Program/School.

21. Conduct study and analysis of staff absenteeism and develop plans, policies and procedures

to improve adult attendance and reduce student learning loss.

Pending Approval


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22. Conduct study and develop a plan to address recommendations of the American Academy of

Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control concerning delayed high school start times; plan pilot

2018-19.

23. Implement Anonymous Alerts at high schools and middle schools to help address Social and

Emotional Security and Social Media dimensions of school climate; Implement Raptor Visitor

Management System at all schools to increase school security.


24. Expand the “Excellence in Education” recognition program to include school support staff, in

addition to honoring certified teachers and aligning with the State’s Teacher of Year program.

25. Develop and execute a “State of the Schools” program (annual report) to communicate

progress towards fulfilling Strategic Operating Plan.

26. Conduct feasibility study and develop plan for International Baccalaureate K-12 Pathway

(Early Years and Middle Years Programmes).

27. Develop and pilot Tier III Reading tutoring opportunity in grades 4-6 as an extension of the

school day, and in partnership with the Norwalk Public Library.

28. Develop and Implement 'Rigor and Relevance Academy' Plan to improve Tier 1 Instruction.

Raising the Bar/Closing the Gaps - Priority Outcomes for the 2017-18 SY

1. Improve the District Accountability Index Score on the Connecticut Next Generation

Accountability Plan, Indicators 1 (State Testing) and 2 (Growth Factor). The combined

Accountability Index benchmark for 2016-17 is 73.1.

2. Close the achievement gap of Norwalk students in grades 3-8 Reading (ELA), percent at

Levels 3 and 4, by +2.9%.

3. Close the achievement gap of Norwalk students in Math in grades 3 and 4 by 2.9%.

4. Reduce one-third of the 2016-17 learning loss between 5th and 6th grade in Reading (ELA).

5. Increase the percentage of 8th grade students meeting college and career readiness

expectations as measured by NWEA – MAP and Lexile scores.

The 2016-17 benchmarks are 46.49 and 58.8% respectively.

6. Maintain gap closure of the 4-year high school graduation rate and graduation rate of high

needs students.

Pending Approval


September 5, 2017

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Raising the Bar/Closing the Gaps Priority Outcomes for 2017-18 SY—continued

7. Increase the percentage of Norwalk students in grades 4-10 who make a year’s growth as

measured by national achievement norms – NWEA RIT scores – BOY to EOY. The 2016-17

benchmark is 58.7% in ELA and 46.4% in Math.

8. Increase the average Norwalk SAT scores of 12th graders. The current benchmark is 499 ELA

and 482 Math.

9. Increase the school readiness of ELLI pre-school students as measured by the PELI

(vocabulary and phonological awareness).

2017-2018 WORKSHOP TOPICS - DATES TOPIC(S) LOCATION

Dr. Adamowski reviewed the following topic schedule elaborated on the rationale, and fielded

comments and questions from Board members.

October 3, 2017 Rigorous Curriculum Design Grades 6-8 Reading and Math Report on 2017 Summer Learning: Plans for 2018 - City Hall November 7, 2017 TBD – state Budget Reconciliation City Hall December 5, 2017 Feasibility Study – Montessori Primary Program/School Brookside Elem. January 2, 2018 2018-19 Budget Workshop City Hall February 6, 2018 Early Childhood Council Strategic Plan

Adult Absenteeism Study and Recommendations Norwalk Early Childhood Ctr. March 6, 2018 Phase III Middle School design Redesign of Gifted Education - Roton Middle April 3, 2018 High School Program of Study Norwalk High School May 1, 2018 Plan for 30 min Extension of Elementary School Day

High School Start Times Report and Recommendations - City Hall June 5, 2018 SGC Annual Meeting and Feedback Session - Center for Global Studies Following the work session Dr. Adamowski noted that the above items would be on the agenda

for Board approval for the next September meeting.

Pending Approval


September 5, 2017

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Public Comments

Ms. Keyes stated that members of the public who had signed up on the public participation sheet

are to come forward when their name was called, state their name, address, or affiliation, and to

keep comments civil, within the three-minute time limit.

Name Address/Affiliation Topic

1. Ed Abrahams, 20 Morgan Lane applauded the Superintendent, staff and Board for all the work

on the SOP but noted the continued epidemic of pull outs. He outlined disadvantages of

scheduling pull-outs after the early or last class and asked that resistance to change is not the

issue rather more compromise in logistics, public transportation issues and parent involvement.

There were no other public comments and Public Participation portion of the meeting was

closed.

Executive Session

** MS. KEYES MOVED TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR

PURPOSES OF DISCUSSION OF EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS OF EXEMPT

EMPLOYEES AND OTHER PERSONNEL AND LITIGATION MATTERS.

** MR. ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION.


Mr. Lyons called for a five minute recess.

The meeting went into executive session at 8:35 and reconvened into public session at

9:15 p.m.

Adjournment

** MR. ANDERSON MOVED TO ADJOURN.



The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Marilyn Knox,

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