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City of BiddefordSchool Committee

April 11, 2017 7:00 PM Little Theater at BHS

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Pledge of Allegiance

D. Adjustments to Agenda

E. Consideration of Minutes

E.1. 3/28/17 minutes3-28-17 minutes.doc

F. Student Rep Reports

G. Superintendent's Report

H. Committee Reports

I. Old Business

I.1. Consideration: Maine Model United Nations Overnight Trip Request, BHS (2ndreading)ME Model.pdf

J. New Business

J.1. 1. Presentation: Math in Focus K-5 PilotMATH IN FOCUS PRESENTATION.pptx

J.2. 2. Presentation: STEM Academy Student Transition from BMS to BHSSTEM Student Transition.doc

J.3. 3. Consideration: OM World Finals Overnight Trip Request, BHS (1st reading)OM World.pdf

J.4. 4. Consideration: 2017-18 School Calendarcalendar 2017-2018.doc

J.5. 5. Consideration: (.5) K-5 Personalized Learning and Instructional Support Leader JobDescription (grant funded)(.5) K-5 Personalized Learning and Instructional Support Leader.doc

K. Resignations

K.1. • Katherine Marcoccio, Sp Ed Teacher, BPS (eff 6/30/17)1

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• Megan Wallace, Math Teacher, BHS (eff 6/30/17)

L. Nominations

M. Appointments

M.1. Todd Turgeon, JV Boys Lacrosse, BHS

N. Transfers

O. Public Participation

P. Communications

Q. Executive Session

R. Adjournment

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School Committee Agenda Item Report

Agenda Item No. 2016-798Submitted by: Diane MilliardSubmitting Department: Meeting Date: April 11, 2017

SUBJECT3/28/17 minutes

Recommendation:

ATTACHMENTS 3-28-17 minutes.doc

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BIDDEFORD SCHOOL DEPARTMENTMarch 28, 2017

REGULAR SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING7:00 p.m. – Little Theater at BHS

Minutes

A. Call to Order: Mayor Casavant called the meeting to order at 7:40 p.m.

B. Roll Call: Roll Call: Mayor Casavant, Dennis Anglea, Crystal Blais, Brianna Gilbert, Tony Michaud, Heather MillsKaren Ruel, Lisa Vadnais, & Cassie Riley. Also in Attendance: Jeremy Ray.Excused: Chris Indorf & Washima Fairoz

C. Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Casavant led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance.

D. Adjustments to the Agenda: The following items were added:New Business: 2. Consideration: COT State Building Application 3. Consideration: JFK State Building ApplicationAppointments : Mark King, PT Bus Aide/Driver Training (new)

E. Consideration of Minutes: Mr. Anglea moved and Mr. Michaud seconded, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of 3/20/17.

F. Student Rep Reports:Ms. Riley reported on: Spring sports began today; Juniors take SAT test on April 5th.

G. Superintendent’s Report:Mr. Ray reported on the following: Budget presentation to City Council was this evening. Notices to parents will go out again regarding changes in the schedule due to make-up snow days. Spring sports season has started up.

H. Committee Reports: Finance/Building & Grounds – Mr. Anglea indicated the next meeting will be 4/11.

Curriculum – Mr. Ray met with all the schools regarding the math program and the math committee met last Wednesday. There will be a Math Program presentation at the April 11 school committee meeting. There will also be a STEM presentation on student transition from BMS to BHS.

Policy – No report.

I. Old Business: None

1. Consideration: Washington D.C. Overnight Trip Request, BMS (2nd reading)Mr. Anglea moved and Mr. Michaud seconded, unanimous vote to approve above trip request.

J. New Business: Public participation opportunity after each item listed below (3 minutes per item)1. Consideration: Maine Model United Nations Overnight Trip Request, BHS (1st reading)Mr. Anglea moved and Mr. Michaud seconded, unanimous vote to approve the above trip request

2. Consideration: COT State Building ApplicationMr. Anglea moved and Mr. Michaud seconded, unanimous vote to approve the COT State Building Application.

3. Consideration: JFK State Building ApplicationMr. Anglea moved and Ms. Blais seconded, unanimous vote to approve the JFK State Building Application.

K. Resignations-Nominations-Appointments-Transfers:Resignations: Accepted by the Superintendent Ann Putney, Science Teacher, BMS (retired) Shawn Anton, Grade 4 Teacher, BIS (retired) Alan Dutremble, Social Studies Teacher, BMS (retired) Diane Milliard, Executive Assistant (retired) Tom Coakley, Grade 6 Teacher, BMS (retired) Kyle Keenan, Principal, BMS

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Appointments: Mark King, PT Bus Aide/Driver Training (new)Mr. Anglea moved and Mr. Michaud seconded, unanimous vote to approve the above appointment.

L. Public Participation: (3 minutes; any item) None

M. Communications: None

N. Executive Session: Mr. Anglea moved and Mr. Michaud seconded, unanimous vote to move the committee into Executive Session for Consideration: Labor Contract with Non-Union Employees Pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(D) at 8:00 p.m.

Mr. Anglea moved and Mr. Michaud seconded, unanimous vote to move the committee out of Executive Session at 9:20 p.m.

Mr. Anglea moved and Ms. Blais seconded, unanimous vote to accept the labor contract with the non-union employees pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(D).

O. Adjournment: Mr. Anglea moved and Mr. Michaud seconded, unanimous vote to adjourn at 9:21 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Minutes Recorded: Chris IndorfJeremy Ray, School Committee Secretary Minutes Transcribed: Diane Milliard

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School Committee Agenda Item Report

Agenda Item No. 2016-799Submitted by: Diane MilliardSubmitting Department: Meeting Date: April 11, 2017

SUBJECTConsideration: Maine Model United Nations Overnight Trip Request, BHS (2nd reading)

Recommendation:

ATTACHMENTS ME Model.pdf

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School Committee Agenda Item Report

Agenda Item No. 2016-800Submitted by: Diane MilliardSubmitting Department: Meeting Date: April 11, 2017

SUBJECT1. Presentation: Math in Focus K-5 Pilot

Recommendation:

ATTACHMENTS MATH IN FOCUS PRESENTATION.pptx

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1. Adopting Common Core State Standards•Math Content•Math Practices

2. More rigor, depth and understanding

3. Need a program that works for all students

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1 Hong Kong 607

2 Singapore 599

3 Japan 586

4 Chinese Taipei 576

5 Kazakhstan 549

6 Russian Federation 544

7 England 541

8 Lativa 537

9 Netherlands 535

10 Lithuania 530

11 United States 529

12 German 525

13 Denmark 523

14 Australia 516

15 Hungary 510

TIMSS Data-Trends in InternationalMath and Science Study

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In Toshi’s class there are twice as many girls as boys. There are 8 boys in the class. What is the total number

of boys and girls in the class?

Grade 4 Question

United States - 54% of students answered correctly

Singapore - 81% of students answered correctly

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Consistent results over time o 1995 – A fluke?

o 1999 – Coincidence? Maybe.

o 2003 – Time to take notice.

o 2007 – Time to take action.

o 2011 – Proven Pedagogy.

o2015 -- Outscores again by a bigger margin.

Why Singapore Math?

Singapore has been a top scoring nation on the TIMSS 20+ years! 13

Common Core Consistent Lesson Structure

Guided PracticeGamesHands-OnLet’s Explore

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Transition Guide 15

Old Bridge, NJ

Success in theUnited States

In Old Bridge, NJ, students using Math in Focus made more than 3 times greater gains on the NJ ASK state test compared to a control group.

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Singapore’s Curriculum

Is Focused and Coherent

Builds content with a concrete-pictorial-abstract approach

Puts problem solving at its core

Teaches to mastery

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FocusTime

Depth

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Concrete - Pictorial - Abstract

Concrete

PictorialConcrete

Pictorial

Abstract

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In Toshi’s class there are twice as many girls as boys. There are 8 boys in the class. What is the total number of

boys and girls in the class?

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8

88 ?

8 + 8 + 8 = 2424 boys and girls in the class

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What can we learn from Singapore?

Teach math as a vehicle for teaching thinking

Use an effective pedagogy that develops understanding and fluency

Recognize the importance of visualization

Encourage students to see struggle as a necessary part of learning

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Math in Focus – THINK CENTRAL

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• “ I like how my students feel successful with this program. They have confidence in their skills and ability to solve new and challenging problems.” Ms. Leclerc, Grade 3 Biddeford Primary School

• “The Math in Focus Program will accelerate the learning for our students beyond what our current program offers. Although it is rigorous, the scope and sequence makes the transitions seamless.” Mr. Budd, Grade 2 Biddeford Primary School

• “My students are able to solve difficult math problems independently because Math in Focus uses specific vocabulary within the lesson and provides several strategies that enable all students to be successful with independent work.” Kerri LeSieur, 1st grade Biddeford Primary School

• “I love the Math in Focus Program because it supports the students(and teachers) in more rigorous math thinking, and allows for more practice with traditional algorithms as well (the why and how). The program expects a lot and raises the bar, BUT provides the tools to help get you there.” Mrs. McGovern, Grade 4 Biddeford Intermediate School

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Comments From Students about Math In Focus

“It is challenging! We enjoy the Put on Your Thinking Cap problems. Grade 5 Student at Biddeford Intermediate School

“This makes sense! This is easy! I used the bar model”Grade 4 Student at Biddeford Intermediate School

“I love the multi-step problems. We really need to keep our heads in the game! Grade 5 Student, Biddeford Intermediate School

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School Committee Agenda Item Report

Agenda Item No. 2016-801Submitted by: Diane MilliardSubmitting Department: Meeting Date: April 11, 2017

SUBJECT2. Presentation: STEM Academy Student Transition from BMS to BHS

Recommendation:

ATTACHMENTS STEM Student Transition.doc

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Description of Grade 9 STEM Courses:

Course Name Description

STEM Science15316

This STEM Science course will delve into topics of Physics and Chemistry while also incorporating fundamentals of Math, Technology, and Engineering using an interdisciplinary and applied approach. Students will work on thematic units that culminate in a design challenge based on real-world applications.

STEM ELA11316

The English Language Arts (9) course will foster creative and purposeful thinking when approaching the literacy curriculum. This year long course will develop strategies to deepen knowledge, improve reading/writing skills, and acquire habits of learning that will serve students throughout their academic and professional careers.

STEM Connections17316

This year long course will supplement STEM Science and is co-taught with a Science and Math teacher. Students will be immersed into a learning environment where the goal is to develop original ideas and produce final projects. The focus is togrow the student’s capacity for creativity and give them the freedom to explore and investigate solutions.

STEM Innovations17416

STEM Innovations will offer students the opportunity to understand and apply knowledge and skills required to link science, technology, engineering and mathematics and apply it to solve problems. This course will maintain a focus on how engineers apply their creativity, resourcefulness, mathematical, scientific, and technical knowledge and skills in the creation or refinement of technological products and systems.

Thematic Units!

STEM Science - Physics and Chemistry STEM ELA STEM Innovations

● Forces and Interactions● Gravity, Electric & Magnetic Forces● Energy: Light, Thermal & Waves● Chemistry

● Practicing the Habits of Literacy of a Lifelong Learner

● Reading Textual Evidence and Writing for Analysis

● Making Evidence Based Claims● Inquiry and the Writing Process● Analyzing texts to Write Arguments

● Engineering process● Team building ● Applying scientific inquiry and

mathematics● Execute the design process to solve

problems by fabricating solutions

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EXAMPLE Student Schedule #1 - Grade 9

Sample Grade 9

Quarter 1 Quarter 2 Quarter 3 Quarter 4

Block 1 B: Health

O: Elective

B: Health

O: Elective

B: PE

O: Elective

B: PE

O: Elective

Block2 B: STEM Innovation

O: Elective

B: STEM Innovation

O: Elective

B: STEM Innovation

O: Elective

B: STEM Innovation

O: Elective

ADV/HAMR

Enrichment Block

Block 3 B: STEM Science (A lunch)

O: STEM MATH(A lunch)

B: STEM Science

O: STEM MATH

B: STEM Science

O: STEM MATH

B: STEM Science

O: STEM MATH

Block 4 B: STEM CONNECTIONS - PBL

O: STEM ELA

B: STEM CONNECTIONS

O: STEM ELA

B: STEM CONNECTIONS

O: STEM ELA

B: STEM CONNECTIONS

O: STEM ELA

● Locked into schedule (blocks may be different)● Elective could mean: Intro to Social Science, Band, Chorus, Art, World Language, Study, etc.● Thematic team approach will be a part of grade 9 and grade 10 years only. Students will then elect to follow a pathway of

interest.

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Courses offered as of March 2017:

Specific STEM Pathways

11/12 Bio-Chemical Civil Electrical Mechanical

STEM XL STEM in

Action Course Options

Student interest includes: Environmental, Chemical, and

BioMedical.

COTHealth Assistant/CNAIntro to Medical SciencesMedical AssistingInternship

BHSAP ChemistryAP BiologyAP Environmental ScienceAP StatisticsAP CalculusAP PhysicsDual Enrollment*Human Body*Sports Medicine*Advanced Health (Science Credit)*GeneticsChemistryEnvironmental Science

Student interest includes: Structural and Architectural.

COTEngineering and Architectural DesignEngineering, Architecture, Design ProgramBuilding Trades 1 & 2Welding and Metal Fabrication 1 & 2

BHSAP Physics AP StatisticsAP CalculusAPESAP4ALL•Engineering and Design*House Design•Mech Drawing II•Careers in Technology*Physics Through Technology*Conceptual Physics*Physics Mechanics*Physics C: Mechanics*Environmental ScienceChemistry

Student interest includes: Electrical, Computer, Electronics

and Robotics.

COTElectrical Technology 1 & 2*Engineering and Architectural DesignComputer ScienceIntro to NetworkingIntro to CodingPrint DesignVideo Game DesignWeb DesignInternship

BHS•Robots •Advanced Robots Robotics •Intro to Computer Programming•Advanced Programming•Computer GraphicsAP Physics BAP StatisticsAP CalculusAP PhysicsAP4ALLPhysics Through TechnologyConceptual PhysicsPhysics MechanicsPhysics C: MechanicsChemistry

Student interest includes: Manufacturing, Plumbing and

Automotive.

COT*Auto Body Technology 1 & 2*Auto Technology 1 & 2*Precision Machining 1 & 2*Engineering and Architectural Design

BHS*Physics Through Technology*Conceptual Physics*Physics Mechanics*Physics C: MechanicsChemistryAP StatisticsAP CalculusAP PhysicsAP4ALL

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School Committee Agenda Item Report

Agenda Item No. 2016-802Submitted by: Diane MilliardSubmitting Department: Meeting Date: April 11, 2017

SUBJECT3. Consideration: OM World Finals Overnight Trip Request, BHS (1st reading)

Recommendation:

ATTACHMENTS OM World.pdf

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School Committee Agenda Item Report

Agenda Item No. 2016-803Submitted by: Diane MilliardSubmitting Department: Meeting Date: April 11, 2017

SUBJECT4. Consideration: 2017-18 School Calendar

Recommendation:

ATTACHMENTS calendar 2017-2018.doc

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Last updated: 04/05/2017

BIDDEFORD SCHOOL DEPARTMENT2017-2018 SCHOOL CALENDAR - DRAFT

August/September 2017 February 2018 August/September 2017M Tu W Th F M Tu W Th F 8/28-8/29 Professional Development, K-12 PD PD 30 31 1 1 2 8/28 Evening Open House, BMS, 4:30-6:30 pm, Grade 6 onlyH 5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8 9 8/28 Evening Open House, BIS, 4:30-6:30 pm11 12 13 14 15 12 13 14 15 16 8/29 Evening Open House, BPS, 4:30-6:30 pm18 19 20 21 22 H V V V V 8/30 First Day of School – Grades 1-925 26 27 28 29 26 27 28 8/30 Evening Open House, JFK, 4:30-6:30 pm

S=21 T=23 S=15 T=15 8/31 First Day of School – Grades 10-12October 2017 March 2018 9/1 No School – Students & Staff

M Tu W Th F M Tu W Th F 9/4 Labor Day Observed2 3 4 5 PD 1 2 9/6 First Day of School, KindergartenH 10 11 12 13 5 6 7 8 9 9/6 Evening Open House, BHS/COT, 4:30-6:30 pm16 17 18 19 20 12 13 14 15 16 9/7 Evening Open House, BMS, 4:30-6:30 pm, Grade 7-8 only23 24 25 26 27 19 20 21 22 PD 9/13 Early Release K-1230 31 26 27 28 29 30 October/November/December 2017

S=20 T= 21 S=21 T=22 10/6 Professional Development, K-12November 2017 April 2018 10/9 Columbus Day

M Tu W Th F M Tu W Th F 10/18 Early Release K-121 2 3 2 3 4 5 6 11/1 Early Release K-12

6 7 8 9 H 9 10 11 12 V 11/1 Parent/Teacher Conf, K-12, 3:30-7:00 p.m. 13 14 15 16 17 H V V V V 11/8 Parent/Teacher Conf, K-12, 3:30-7:00 p.m.20 ER CD H V 23 24 25 26 27 11/10 Veteran’s Day Observed27 28 29 30 30 11/21 Early Release K-12

S=18 T=19 S=15 T=15 11/22 No School Students/Staff Comp DayDecember 2017 May 2018 11/23 Thanksgiving Day

M Tu W Th F M Tu W Th F 11/24 No School Students/Staff1 1 2 3 4 12/6 Early Release K-12

4 5 6 7 8 7 8 9 10 11 12/22&25 Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Observed11 12 13 14 15 14 15 16 17 18 12/26-29 School Vacation18 19 20 21 V 21 22 23 24 25 January/February/March 2018V V V V V H 29 30 31 1/1 New Year’s Day Observed

S=15 T=15 S=22 T=22 1/10 Early Release K-12January 2018 June 2018 1/15 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

M Tu W Th F M Tu W Th F 2/7 Early Release K-12H 2 3 4 5 1 2/19 President’s Day8 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 2/20-23 School VacationH 16 17 18 19 11 12 13 14 15 3/7 Early Release K-12 22 23 24 25 26 18 19 20 21 22 3/22 BHS/BRCOT Academic Showcase, 3:30-7:00 pm29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 3/23 Professional Development, K-12

S=21 T=21 S=7 T=7 April/May/June 20184/4 Early Release K-12 4/13 No School Students/Staff

PD Professional Dev. CD Comp Day 4/16 Patriot’s DayH Holiday V Vacation-No School 4/17-20 School Vacation

5/2 Early Release K-12 5/28 Memorial Day Observed6/8 BHS Graduation 6:00 pm – Project Sunrise activities to follow.

Student Days: 175 Teacher Days: 180 6/11* Tentative Last Day of School (pending snow days)

Quarter End Dates (6-12) 11/3/17 (44 days) 1/19/18 (43 days) 3/30/18 (44 days) 6/12/18 (44 days)

Trimester End Dates (K-5) 11/21/17 (55 days) 3/9/18 (62 days) 6/12/18 (58 days)

* Snow DaysThe closing date for the school

year will be adjusted toreflect the actual number

of snow days used.

Early Release Dismissal TimeJFK, BPS & BIS = 12:00 p.m.

Early Release Dismissal TimeBMS = 12:50 p.m.

Early Release Dismissal TimeBHS/COT = 12:25 p.m.

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School Committee Agenda Item Report

Agenda Item No. 2016-804Submitted by: Diane MilliardSubmitting Department: Meeting Date: April 11, 2017

SUBJECT5. Consideration: (.5) K-5 Personalized Learning and Instructional Support Leader Job Description (grant funded)

Recommendation:

ATTACHMENTS (.5) K-5 Personalized Learning and Instructional Support Leader.doc

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BIDDEFORD SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

TITLE: (.5) K-5 Personalized Learning and Instructional Support Leader

PURPOSE: 1 . The Leader will work as a colleague with classroom teachers to support student learning and the transition to student-

centered, standards-based curriculum, instruction, and assessment.2. The Leader will focus on individual and group professional development that will expand and refine the

understanding about researched-base effective instruction.3. In order to meet this purpose, the Leader will provide personalized support that is based on the goals and identified needs

of individual teachers.

QUALIFICATIONS:1. Eligible for appropriate Maine Department of Education certification (020).2. Master’s degree preferred from an accredited college/university.3. Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience.4. Experience in researched-based instructional practices.5. Proficiency with assessment software (currently, Jumprope).6. Desire to continue career improvement.7. Demonstrated leadership and innovation in the transition to student-centered, standards-based curriculum, instruction, and

assessment.

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Support the philosophy and vision of the Biddeford School Department.2. Facilitate the intellectual and professional development of teachers.3. Create positive relationships with teachers and administrators.4. Communicate and demonstrate researched-based instructional practices that result in increased student performance.5. Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.6. React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.7. Support the value of an education.8. Assume a leadership role in developing and advising on decisions related to K-5 curriculum.9. Participation in 1-5 days of district-sponsored professional development.10. Demonstrate willingness to assume leadership positions.11. Demonstrate knowledge of researched-based instructional strategies that engage all students.12. Provide organized, individual and/or group learning opportunities for teachers as needed.13. Demonstrate knowledge using a variety of assessment tools.14. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.15. Provide support in analyzing student assessment data.16. Assist teachers with designing instructional decisions based on assessment data.17. Assist teachers with specific classroom activities when requested.18. Provide support for classroom motivation and management strategies.19. Provide assistance in researching instructional and/or curriculum issues.20. Model lessons when appropriate.21. Provide encouragement and emotional support to teachers.22. Encourage ongoing professional growth for all teachers.23. Manage time and schedule flexibility that maximizes teacher schedules and learning.24. Work positively toward meeting identified district and building improvement goals.25. Assist with development of district curriculum, instruction and assessments.26. Other job-related duties as assigned by the Building Leader.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Per the most recent Collective Bargaining Agreement.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provision of the School Committee’s policy on Evaluation of Administrative Personnel.

NOTE: The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.

Approved: ___________________________

NATURE OF POSITION: This position, new for the 2017-18 school year, will be half time. That is, a successful candidate will teach half time, and beginning on or about October 1, relinquish half of his/her teaching role to another instructor, as assigned by the Superintendent and/or principal.

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School Committee Agenda Item Report

Agenda Item No. 2016-805Submitted by: Diane MilliardSubmitting Department: Meeting Date: April 11, 2017

SUBJECT• Katherine Marcoccio, Sp Ed Teacher, BPS (eff 6/30/17)• Megan Wallace, Math Teacher, BHS (eff 6/30/17)

Recommendation:

ATTACHMENTS

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School Committee Agenda Item Report

Agenda Item No. 2016-806Submitted by: Diane MilliardSubmitting Department: Meeting Date: April 11, 2017

SUBJECTTodd Turgeon, JV Boys Lacrosse, BHS

Recommendation:

ATTACHMENTS

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