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LOWELL SCHOOL COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Date: 2015-11-04 Time: 6:30 PM Location: City Council Chamber 375 Merrimack Street, 2nd Floor, Lowell, MA SALUTE TO FLAG: 1. SALUTE TO FLAG: ROLL CALL: 2. ROLL CALL: MINUTES: 3. 2015 / 385 Approval of the Minutes of the Regularly Scheduled School Committee Meeting of Wednesday, October 21, 2015 PERMISSION TO ENTER: 4. 2015 / 384 Permission to Enter: November 4, 2015 MOTIONS: 5. 2015 / 386 [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent work with staff to partner Lowell Public Schools with Inversant, a non profit organization that works with families to invest in higher education 6. 2015 / 388 [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent provide a report of open work orders and their age. 7. 2015 / 389 [by David Conway]: Request the Superintendent a report on our strategies for school improvement and accountability. Given that MCAS scores determine school accountability level, create a document that shows the alignment between our curriculum and the Common Core State Standards, for teacher use. Lowell Public Schools • 43 Highland Street • Lowell, MA 01852 • P: 978.674.4324 • F: 978.937.7609 http://www.lowell.k12.ma.us  (Page 2 of 3) SUBCOMMITTEES: 8. 2015 / 383 Curriculum: Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of Tuesday, October 20, 2015 [Connie Martin, Chairperson] 9. 2015 / 398 Personnel: Report of the Meeting of Thursday, October 29, 2015 [Connie Martin, Chair] REPORTS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT: 10. 2015 / 393 Quarterly Reports on Motions 11. 2015 / 395 LHS Athletics – Rule 53 Waiver Request 12. 2015 / 396 Health and Wellness Grant Report 13. 2015 / 397 Superintendent’s Evaluation Instrument NEW BUSINESS: 14. 2015 / 391 Permission to Post: Assistant Computer Network Manager CONVENTION/CONFERENCE REQUESTS: 15. 2015 / 387 Permission for Patricia Guziejka, Title 1 Director to attend the annual Council of Administrators of Compensatory Education (C.A.C.E.) Conference to be held on Tuesday, December 1st through Friday, December 4, 2015 in Brewster, MA. The cost of the conference will not exceed $895 and will be funded by Title 1. No substitute needed. 16. 2015 / 392 The Lowell High School Varsity Cross Country members, along with coaches Phil Maia, Tim Patterson , Scott Ouelletand and Mary Beth McKenney, to attend the Cross Country Track Championship held in Westfield , MA on Friday, November 20th through Saturday, November 21, 2015. The total cost of $ 1,200 will be paid by the Athletic Department. Transportation will be via private vehicles of coaches Phil Maia, Tim Patterson, Scott Ouelletand and Mary Beth McKenney. Lowell Public Schools • 43 Highland Street • Lowell, MA 01852 • P: 978.674.4324 • F: 978.937.7609 http://www.lowell.k12.ma.us  (Page 3 of 3) 17. 2015 / 394 Dr. Salah Khelfaoui, Superintendent of the Lowell Public School, to attend the MASC/MASS Joint Conference in Hyannis, MA from Thursday, November 5th through Saturday, November 7, 2015. The cost of the conference and lodging, not to exceed $946, will be funded by the Professional Development budget. EXECUTIVE SESSION: 18. 2015 / 399 Executive Session: Regarding UTL- collective bargaining and grievances and litigation update. ADJOURNMENT: 19. ADJOURNMENT: Lowell Public Schools • 43 Highland Street • Lowell, MA 01852 • P: 978.674.4324 • F: 978.937.7609 http://www.lowell.k12.ma.us  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 Approval of the Minutes of the Regularly Scheduled School Committee Meeting of Wednesday, October 21, 2015 To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 385 Recommendation: Background: Attachments:  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 Permission to Enter: November 4, 2015 To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 384 Recommendation: Background: Attachments:  Office of Finance & Operations Phone: (978) 674-2019 LOWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 155 Merrimack Street Fax: (978) 937-7620 Lowell, Massachusetts 08152 E-mail: fantonelli@lowell.k12.ma.us PERMISSION TO ENTER To: Dr. Salah E. Khelfaoui, Superintendent of Schools From: Frank Antonelli, Interim Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations Date: October 30, 2015 Subject: Permission to Enter – November 4, 2015 School Committee Meeting ALISON MACEACHERN, LMHC $ 24,000 14 Cedar Street Amesbury, MA 01913 To provide clinical assessments and art therapy to students along with clinical consultation to seven schools. Funding provided by the Elementary Counseling Grant MERRIMACK VALLEY TRAUMA SERVICES $ 16,192 267 Boston Road, Suite 26 Billerica, MA 01862 To provide professional development and consultation for school staff and direct service to refugee families. Funding provided by the Elementary Counseling Grant  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent work with staff to partner Lowell Public Schools with Inversant, a non profit organization that works with families to invest in higher education To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 386 Recommendation: Background: Attachments:  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent provide a report of open work orders and their age. To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 388 Recommendation: Background: Attachments:  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 [by David Conway]: Request the Superintendent a report on our strategies for school improvement and accountability. Given that MCAS scores determine school accountability level, create a document that shows the alignment between our curriculum and the Common Core State Standards, for teacher use. To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 389 Recommendation: Background: Attachments:  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 Curriculum: Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of Tuesday, October 20, 2015 [Connie Martin, Chairperson] To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 383 Recommendation: Background: Attachments:  LOWELL SCHOOL COMMITTEE Henry J. Mroz Central Administration Offices 155 Merrimack Street Lowell, Massachusetts 01852 Rodney M. Elliott Tel: (978) 674-4324 Mayor and Chairperson Lowell School Committee Fax: (978) 937-7609 Subcommittee on Curriculum & Instruction Connie A. Martin Vice-Chairman STEM Academy at the Rogers School Room 116 – TV Studio David J. Conway October 20, 2015 Stephen J. Gendron James D. Leary 7:00 P.M. Kristin Ross-Sitcawich Kimberly A. Scott Subcommittee member Connie Martin called the meeting of the Subcommittee on Curriculum and Instruction to order at 7:00 P.M. Curriculum & Instruction Subcommittee Also present: members present: Central Office: Connie Martin, Chair M. Claire Abrams, Assistant Superintendent James Leary Magaly Ronan, Coordinator of PreK-4 Mathematics Arthur Santos, Technology Integration Specialists The agenda for this subcommittee meeting included the following topics: 1. Average Age of Textbooks - Discussion 2. Report Card for K - Discussion 3. Eureka Mathematics/ Elementary - Discussion 4. iReady - Discussion 1. Average Age of Textbooks - Discussion Average Age of Text Books [by Rodney Elliott]: Superintendent provide a report on average age of textbooks in Lowell Public Schools. The following materials have been purchased district wide to continue the work already established in subject areas and to move forward this year with implementing more updated material. The areas that need specific attention are at the middle level in Science and Social Studies. Discussions during upcoming budget deliberations for next year need to have these subjects at the forefront. This report does indicate that we have some materials that are outdated and we realize it is our job to correct this. We have been fortunate to receive such programs as PBS online programing, which is helping all teachers in these areas. Teams of teachers in Science and Social Studies have been formed and are working toward next steps. Subcommittee on Curriculum & Instruction October 20, 2015 Page 1  Lowell High School has used their textbook money in the last two years to order books and instructional materials - such as curricular materials and sources for teachers and students (Discovery Education, Primary Source, Listen Current, etc.) These types of purchases offer multi-modal resources for students - online content, workbooks, softbound materials. We also refresh our stock of paperbacks to use in the Humanities every year. Lowell High School also used this money to update technology for better instructional delivery - interactive white boards, overhead projectors and document cameras. In terms of moving forward we are planning to use the money in a similar fashion. We have no new textbook adoptions planned for the future. We will be replenishing some of our History, Business, Science and Math textbooks for next year. Subject Materials Year Elementary Science Science, Technology Engineering Updated 2015 -2016 Units Updated 2015-2016 FOSS Kits K-4 Elementary Social Children Discovering Justice Updated 2015-2016 Studies (CDJ) K-4 Elementary Mathematics Investigations in Number Data and 2003/2011 Space 2003 K-4 Updated 2015 Eureka Math K-4 iReady Updated 2015 Elementary ELA Lucy Calkins Units of Study. 2013 LEXIA Reading 2013 Level reading books and Non Updated 2015 fiction texts Updated 2015 iReady Physical Education Project Adventure K-4 2014 Elementary Middle ELA Lucy Calkins Units of Study 2013 iReady Updated 2015 LLI Purple 2014 PBS Media 2015 Subcommittee on Curriculum & Instruction October 20, 2015 Page 2  Middle Mathematics Investigations in Number Data and 2003/2011 Space 2003/2011 Connected Math Project 6-8 2014 Math in Focus Textbooks Gr. 5 2014 Accelerated Math textbooks Gr. 7 Updated 2015 iReady Middle Science Science Explorer Series 1998 needs updating National Geographic Series Gr. 5 2011 Small number of teachers grades 5-8 are piloting kits for review from STC Science Technology 2015-2016 moving forward Concepts and FOSS funding will be needed Middle Social Studies Grade 5 needs new materials moving forward, however they will receive Children Discovering 2016 Justice January, Teacher Created, PBS Grade 6 National Geographic 2012 Series access to online resources Grade 7 Ancient History 20 years old needs to be updated Grade 8 McGraw Hill Series US 2011 History texts and access to online resources MOTION: by Mr. Leary, seconded by Ms. Martin: to recommend to the committee as a whole: Authorization to accept the report as a report of progress. 2-0 Accept. 2. Report Card for K - Discussion  The newly developed Kindergarten report card was presented to the subcommittee. It captures the suggestions offered from Kindergarten teachers as well as work by Curriculum  Coordinators and Early Literacy. Working with the Coordinator of Research Testing and Assessment, the district was able to develop and present a “new report card” that all stakeholders are pleased with and it will be  presented to principals and teachers for a December report card. Please see below report card in attachments. Subcommittee on Curriculum & Instruction October 20, 2015 Page 3 MOTION: by Mr. Leary, seconded by Ms. Martin: to recommend to the committee as a whole: Authorization to accept the report as a report of progress. 2-0 Accept 3. Eureka Mathematics/Elementary - Discussion As the district continues to deepen our work in the area of mathematics, much conversation has taken place with teachers and coaches to deepen our understanding of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics. The district has chosen to pilot the Eureka Math Program that has been successfully aligned to Common Core. As it is the beginning of the year we will report back to the subcommittee midyear for the impact the program seems to be making. Since our move to standard based mathematics in 2003, we are aware of challenges that take place but as a district team we are ready to discuss any that come up during this process. The following were some updates presented by PreK–4 Mathematics Coordinator Magaly Ronan:  Sped Teachers love it. Positives  K teachers are understanding the pacing.  G3 teachers appreciate arrays and tape diagrams.  Visuals help students understand commutative and distributive properties.  G1 used extended work with number bonds to quickly understand “change unknown.”  Teachers are becoming more comfortable, less hesitant, as they get deeper in.  Teachers reading and understanding standards better to help work through Eureka.  Working closely with Newcomer teachers, getting materials, figuring pacing and  Fluency is well liked. progression.  Teachers are planning more collaboratively.  How to determine what to leave in/out. Challenges  Allow that today’s lesson will be built upon later.  What strategies are required?  How do we balance the pacing with teaching for understanding?  Pacing.  Trusting Eureka. Getting teachers to accept advice, try suggestions. MOTION: by Mr. Leary, seconded by Ms. Martin: to recommend to the committee as a whole: Authorization to accept the report as a report of progress. 2-0 Accept. 4. iReady - Discussion District Coordinators, and members of the Technology Department have been working together to move forward with the iReady implementation. We are fortunate enough to have a system in place for this year that will capture data on all students from grade K-8. School administrators as well as coaches and coordinators will be monitoring this data throughout the school year. In February, the district will report back to the subcommittee on the progress of schools and also look into using a school as a case study. Subcommittee on Curriculum & Instruction October 20, 2015 Page 4   i-Ready diagnostic testing is complete at the 5th grade level.   Diagnostic testing half complete in grades 6-8 The original elementary schools (Lincoln, Moody, Murkland, Rogers, Washington) that completed the pilot year are already well underway. In some cases they are already using  instruction.  The rest of the elementary schools will be give diagnostic tests after Thanksgiving recess. This will provide data on our entire K-8 population by using a single piece of software. District Administration, principals, coaches, and teachers will all find this a very easy to use and understand reporting system. Training:  All Principals, Math Resource Teachers & Instructional Specialist (coaches) were offered  training by Curriculum Associates on how to access & read the diagnostic reports. Last Friday (October 16th) all coaches went through a reporting training with CA representatives. They also received training materials, and texts to use as supplemental resources. Next Steps:  Common planning times will be used to delve further into reporting and begin looking at data derived from the system. The data will be used by coaches and teachers to inform  classroom instruction. Additional workshops will be held to further enhance familiarity with the product and reporting. MOTION: by Mr. Leary, seconded by Ms. Martin: to recommend to the committee as a whole: Authorization to accept the report as a report of progress. 2-0 Accept. MOTION: by Mr. Leary, seconded by Ms. Martin: to Adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 8:02 P.M. Respectfully submitted, M. Claire Abrams, Assistant Superintendent for Dr. Salah Khelfaoui, Superintendent and Secretary, Lowell School Committee Subcommittee on Curriculum & Instruction October 20, 2015 Page 5  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 Personnel: Report of the Meeting of Thursday, October 29, 2015 [Connie Martin, Chair] To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 398 Recommendation: Background: Attachments:  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 Quarterly Reports on Motions To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 393 Recommendation: Background: Attachments: Quarterly Reports on Motions  QUARTERLY REPORT ON STATUS OF OUTSTANDING MOTIONS   On-going Spotlight on Excellence – 1st meeting of  Recognize Retirees: June   each month School Maintenance Report: Every June  Quarterly Report on Motions: November 4th Annual Report on Textbook Purchases: Overtime & Extra Payments – reported August  monthly Athletic Reports: Fall/January, Winter/March, Spring/July DATE MOTION STATUS OF MOTION OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT 1. 11/07/12 LHS Future Discussed at the [by James Leary]: Request the Superintendent to reopen the discussion with The 4/25/13 LHS Lowell Plan, Friends of Lowell High School, Lowell High School Administrative and Subcommittee - Facility staff, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Middlesex Community College, City Referred to Administration and other Community parties, as it relates to the future facility and Headmaster. budget needs of Lowell High School. The discussion would include, but not be limited Awaiting MSBA to, updating science laboratories, classroom technology and future student educational response to fund facility needs. LHS as priority project to include constituency groups in the process. 2. 01/02/13 LHS Facilities Plan Discussed at the [by James Leary]: Request the Superintendent provide a status update on the motion LHS Subcommittee passed by the School Committee regarding reopening the discussion with The Lowell Meeting of 4/25/13 Plan, Friends of Lowell High School, Lowell High School Administrative and Facility Referred to staff, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Middlesex Community College, City Headmaster. Administration and other Community parties, as it relates to the future facility and Awaiting MSBA budget needs of Lowell High School. The discussion would include, but not be limited response to fund to, updating science laboratories, classroom technology and future student educational LHS as priority facility needs. project to include constituency groups in the process. 3. 8/21/13 LHS Change of Start Time Referred to [by David Conway]: To ask the Superintendent to work with the Headmaster to gather Headmaster. pertinent information that will help guide the School Department with the feasibility of having an earlier start time to the day at the high school beginning with the 2014-2015 school year. 4. 09/04/13 Parent Groups [by Kim Scott]: Request the Superintendent report on the current membership status of the following groups and provide a plan to expand the membership of: The Citywide Parent Council; The Special Education Parent PAC; The Parent Advisory Groups and The Student Advisory Groups. 5. 01/02/13 Health Trust Funding Letter sent to City [by James Leary]: Request the Superintendent report on the anticipated health trust Manager on 1/11/13 fund balance as well as the portion and timing of funds to be directed back to the School – response pending Department. Quarterly update on Status of Motions To be Presented at the Meeting of Wednesday October 21, 2015 Meeting Page 1  DATE MOTION STATUS OF MOTION 6. 02/19/14 Emergency Events [by David Conway]: To ask the Superintendent to meet with the City Solicitor and public safety officials to develop a plan that will insure a coordinated and timely communication to the appropriate officials and the community in the event of an emergency or public safety issue. 7. 4/16/14 Contingency Plan for MS [by Steve Gendron and James Leary]: Request the Superintendent prepare a contingency plan to accommodate the increase in middle-school population expected for the 2017- 2018 school year and report to the Facilities Subcommittee. 8. 10/22/14 Greater of Lowell Technical High School bylaws Referred to City [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich and Rodney Elliott]: Request the City Council amend Manager bylaws to make the Greater Lowell Technical High School succession process follow the Lowell City Council and Lowell School Committee succession process, as it relates to the replacement of members that have left their elected office prior to the end of their full term. 9. 02/4/15 Collective Bargaining On-going [by Mayor Rodney Elliott]: Request that the School Committee vote to delegate full authority to City Manager, Superintendent of Schools and Labor Attorney, to negotiate collective bargaining agreements School Department employee unions, for ratification by School Committee. 10. 02/4/15 Federal and State Resources [James D. Leary]: Request the superintendent provide the School Committee with an updated status and any feedback received, from Federal and State authority, as it relates to our discussion for an increase in funding in order to support our newcomer student programs. 11. 02/18/15 Delayed Openings [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent develop a plan to implement a delayed start in lieu of a school cancellation when appropriate. 12. 02/18/15 LRTA Stops Referred to John [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent work with the City Manager to Descoteaux explore the possibility of the Lowell Regional Transit Authority (LRTA) providing additional stops at Lowell High School during set morning hours. 13. 04/01/15 Advocacy For Newcomer Program Reported at the [by James D. Leary and Mayor Rodney Elliott]: Request the Superintendent contact 10/21/15 Meeting Congresswomen Tsongas, Senator Markey and Senator Warren in order to discuss COMPLETED appropriate funding for the students entering the Lowell Public Schools Newcomers 10/21/15 program. 14. 04/01/15 Refugee Receiving Districts [by Steve Gendron]: Request the superintendent provide a report on the "receiver" communities for Newcomers in Massachusetts, how they are chosen and the numbers received in recent years. Quarterly update on Status of Motions To be Presented at the Meeting of Wednesday October 21, 2015 Meeting Page 2  DATE MOTION STATUS OF MOTION 15. 08/19/15 Long Term Plan for Lowell Public Schools On-going [by Steve Gendron]: Request the Superintendent begin to work on a long term plan for Lowell Public Schools. 16. 09/02/15 Neighborhood Schools/School Zones [by Rodney Elliott]: Request Superintendent look into and provide analysis on the possibility of changing district into neighborhood schools/school zones. 17. 09/02/15 Unanswered Motions Chronologically [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent add all unanswered motions chronologically to the regular school committee agenda. 18. 10/07/15 Superintendent’s Evaluation Instrument [by Connie Martin]: Requesting that Personnel Subcommittee schedule a meeting for the Superintendent to present his proposed evaluation instrument for review and discussion, prior to submission for approval to the full Lowell School Committee at the October 21st meeting. 19. 10/21/15 DESE Mandates [by David Conway]: Request the Superintendent review the mandates that have been adopted by DESE and see if they are still required under the new federal guidelines. FINANCE AND OPERATIONS 1. 02/01/12 School Maintenance Discussed at the [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent work with city administration Facilities to incorporate all requests for school maintenance/repair requests into the Lowell Stat Subcommittee Mtg. department to provide tracking and metrics for resolution of maintenance issues of 1/15/13 and Joint throughout the school district. Facilities Subcommittee Mtg. of 2/6/13. 2. 07/18/12 Cash Handling Policy Reported at the [By Robert Gignac]: Request the Superintendent develops a report of all the cash 1/16/13 School handling policies and procedures currently in place district wide. Committee Meeting. Referred to the Policy Subcommittee. 3. 10/03/12 E-School System Discussed at the [by Kimberly Scott & Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Technology Request the Administration to look into the possibility of an E-School type system Subcommittee similar to the City of Lowell's E-Gov system for online requests and issues to establish meeting of 4/7/14. via data; trends, concerns and challenges our families experience. 4. 12/19/12 Safety Security LPS [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent seek proposals from an external professional firm to review and provide minimum as well as recommended industry standards with regard to school safety and security of public school facilities comparable to Lowell High School. Motion updated for cost of an expanded study to include all LPS. Quarterly update on Status of Motions To be Presented at the Meeting of Wednesday October 21, 2015 Meeting Page 3  DATE MOTION STATUS OF MOTION 5. 01/02/13 Heating Systems Discussed at the [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich & Kimberly Scott]: Facilities Request the Superintendent provide a report on the age and efficiency of the heating Subcommittee systems at all schools, current system issues, whether or not there is a way for school Meeting of 1/15/13 staff to override the systems when needed, and the plans and timeline which we will and Joint Facilities resolve any ongoing issues. Subcommittee Meeting of 2/6/13. Report provided at 10/16/13 School Committee Meeting. Referred to Facilities Subcommittee. 6. 06/19/13 Solid Waste/Recycling [by Kim Scott]: Request the administration work together with the city Solid Waste and Recycling Coordinator to prepare a plan that includes expanding lunch room recycling and composting options for students and staff. 7. 02/19/14 LHS Maintenance Issues [by Steve Gendron]: Request that the Superintendent work with city officials to develop a short term plan for mitigating issues at high school relative to the leaking roof and faulty heating systems. 8. 3/19/14 Space Needs [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich and Kim Scott]: Request the Superintendent provide alternatives to rental space for the central office including modular space at the Rogers School or a building purchase. 9. 03/19/14 Student Transportation in District [Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent work with staff to devise comprehensive cost saving strategies and solutions to decrease the cost of transporting. 10. 05/07/14 Composting [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent work with staff to create a plan to reduce solid waste output and costs through the use of composting in all facilities in the District. 11. 05/07/14 Administration Listing Report provided at [by David Conway and Mayor Rodney Elliott]: To ask the Superintendent to compile a the 10/1/14 SC list that includes: All Administrators, Central Administration staff, Principals and all meeting. Referred to other Unit B staff, funded by both grant and non-grant funding for the following years: Personnel 2002, 2008 and 2014. Subcommittee. 12. 06/18/14 Maintenance of Grounds [by Steve Gendron]: Request the Superintendent to develop a plan to keep the grounds of our schools well cared for and clean. 13. 01/21/15 Lowell High School Project [by James Leary]: Request Mayor Elliot arrange a joint meeting between the City Quarterly update on Status of Motions To be Presented at the Meeting of Wednesday October 21, 2015 Meeting Page 4  DATE MOTION STATUS OF MOTION Council Facilities Subcommittee and the School Committee Facilities Subcommittees prior to the MSBA Board of Directors meeting in March to discuss of the Lowell High School Project. 14. 01/21/15 Safety Audit [by David J. Conway]: To request that the Superintendent determine a consulting company to do a full "Safety Audit" of all our schools. This company must be a specialist in school safety and is not to be a manufacturer or agent of any safety products or programs. 15. 02/18/15 Safety Signals [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent to work with proper city departments to facilitate a needs assessment of the adequacy of safety signals surrounding all Lowell Public Schools. 16. 02/4/15 LPS Parking Lots [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent work with the City of Lowell to establish the feasibility of utilizing Lowell Public School for additional off street parking for residents in our neighborhoods throughout the city in the event of severe snow emergencies where on street parking is banned. 17. 02/4/15 Lowell Public Schools Website [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent work with MIS personnel to integrate Lowell Public Schools website with the City of Lowell's website. 18. 02/4/15 Snow Removal [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent work with the City of Lowell to ensure that the process of snow removal in and around all schools, includes the removal of snow from all walkways and traffic lanes, including the enforcement of the sidewalk snow removal ordinance for sidewalks within the vicinity of schools. 19. 02/18/15 Budget Schedule [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent furnish the committee with a budget schedule by March 1, 2015 for the FY16 school year. 20. 03/04/15 Branding School Department vehicles [by David J. Conway]: To ask the Superintendent to look into the feasibility of branding our School Department vehicles. 21. 03/18/15 Conditions for Non-Union Employees Reported at the [by Rodney Elliott]: Request the Superintendent to provide information/report on 10/21/15 Meeting process to codify employment terms and conditions for all non-union employees in the COMPLETED School Department, similar to all non-union City employees. 10/21/15 22. 04/1/15 Colleen Creegan Media Studio at L.H.S. [by David J. Conway]: Ask the Superintendent to give an updated report on the status of the Van to be purchased for the Colleen Creegan Media Studio at L.H.S. 23. 04/1/15 Before And After School Care [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent develop and issue an RFP to provide before and after school care at all of our elementary and middle schools. Quarterly update on Status of Motions To be Presented at the Meeting of Wednesday October 21, 2015 Meeting Page 5  DATE MOTION STATUS OF MOTION 24. 04/1/15 Expansion Of The Rogers School [by James D. Leary]: Request the Superintendent provide a report to the school committee with an update on the expansion plans for the Rogers School as well any recommendations for consideration in rezoning the district in the future. 25. 07/15/15 Budgetary Impact on the Earned Sick Leave [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request Superintendent and appropriate School Department personnel present a report to the School Committee as to the budgetary impact of the most recently enacted Earned Sick Leave Law, in particular as it relates to non-benefitted, part time personnel. 26. 07/15/15 Lincoln School Mill City Grows Community Garden Reported at the [by Steve Gendron]: Requests the Superintendent to determine the status of the lot 9/2/15 Meeting behind the Lincoln School playground and pursue options to use it as a Mill City Grows On going community garden. 27. 10/07/15 Financial Status Reported at the [by Mayor Rodney Elliott]: Superintendent provide a report on the financial status of 10/21/15 Meeting School Department Budget. COMPLETED 10/21/15 28. 10/21/15 School Lunch Services [by Kimberly Scott]: Develop a plan to require a higher quality school lunch be provided in our bid process and include a report on the feasibility of bringing school lunch services back in house. CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION AND ASSESSMENT 1. 03/20/13 Strategic Plan for LHS On-going [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent establish a short/long term strategic plan for Lowell High School in partnership with Lowell High School personnel, students, parents, Friends of Lowell High and community members with a focus on programs and services, enrollment changes and staffing needs, facility needs, technology and capital improvements. 2. 02/19/14 Community Service Day Reported at the [by Steve Gendron]: Request that the Superintendent implement a community service 4/2/14 Meeting element in the curriculum of the Lowell Public Schools beginning with an On going environmentally focused citywide Community Service Day for the Lowell Public Schools on or near Earth Day, April 22, 2014. 3. 05/16/14 Foreign Language Approved at the [by Kim Scott]: Request the Superintendent develop a plan to reinstate middle school 5/16/14 Meeting foreign language instruction for the 2015/2016 school year. 4. 09/03/14 Community Services Curriculum Plans are being [by Steve Gendron]: To request the Superintendent provide an update on weaving finalized and community service efforts into the curriculum across the district. Community Service Day will take place May 26, 2015 Quarterly update on Status of Motions To be Presented at the Meeting of Wednesday October 21, 2015 Meeting Page 6  DATE MOTION STATUS OF MOTION 5. 10/01/14 Domestic Violence Awareness [by David Conway]: Request the Superintendent and her staff develop an ongoing, comprehensive program that will address the need to increase the awareness of domestic violence. 6. 10/01/14 Communication with Greater Lowell Technical High School [by James Leary]: Request the superintendent provide an update regarding the discussion with the Greater Lowell Technical High School and the number of Lowell Public School students on their wait list. In addition, provide recommendations to the Lowell School Committee regarding methods and financial costs that would provide vocational technical education to our students on the wait list. 7. 11/19/14 LHS Usage of Courtyards [by Steve Gendron]: Request the Lowell High School Headmaster to report on the possibility of students using courtyards during school day. 8. 11/19/14 Middle School Lyceum Program [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent develop a middle school Lyceum program. 9. 11/19/14 Timeline on Spelling Instruction To be discussed at [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent provide a timeline on spelling School Committee instruction across the district. May 6, 2015 10. 11/19/14 Uniformity of Course Offerings and Curriculum To be discussed at [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent provide an update on the uniformity of School Committee course offerings and curriculum at of all the elementary and middle schools across the May 6, 2015 district. 11. 12/3/14 Mr. Paul Marion latest book “Mill Power” [by David J. Conway]: To ask the Superintendent to extend an invitation to Mr. Paul Marion of UML to speak at a School Committee meeting for the purpose of discussing his latest book “Mill Power: The Origin and Impact of Lowell National Historical Park.”. In addition, to further examine if this book could be integrated into our curriculum to help educate our students on the significance of the history of Lowell, Massachusetts 12. 01/21/15 Community Service Day [by Steve Gendron]: Request that the Superintendent begin preparations for the 2nd annual Citywide Community Service Day in April. 13. 02/18/15 Virtual School Curriculum [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent report on the feasibility and legality of the Lowell Public Schools implementing a blizzard bag or virtual school program during snow emergencies. 14. 02/18/15 Student Learning During Snow Days and Vacations [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent work with the curriculum and IT personnel to establish an online partnership utilizing the District's social media capacity for the purposes of creating continued learning opportunities for our students in Quarterly update on Status of Motions To be Presented at the Meeting of Wednesday October 21, 2015 Meeting Page 7  DATE MOTION STATUS OF MOTION the event of snow days and vacations. 15. 04/01/15 Standardized Test Prep [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent develop a plan to limit the amount of time spent on standardized test prep and a plan to reduce stress levels felt by children around the standardized test process. 16. 04/01/15 Teaching Strategies GOLD [by James D. Leary]: Request the Superintendent provide a report to the School Committee that outlines the Teaching Strategies GOLD (TS GOLD) program. The report should include the requirements from the state and how the Lowell Public Schools are implementing the program within our system. 17. 09/02/15 Programs Changes After the 2015-2016 Budget Session [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent provide a report of all programming changes made after the 2015-2016 budget session. 18. 09/02/15 Health Curriculum [by Kimberly Scott]: Request the Superintendent prepare a plan to provide the same health curriculum in all of our middle schools. 19. 10/07/15 Distribution of Book Donated by Veterans Assisting Veterans [by Mayor Rodney Elliott]: Request School Committee accept thirty [30] copies of “Veterans Heroes in Our Neighborhood” book donated by Veterans Assisting Veterans and request Superintendent distribute one to each school. 20. 10/21/15 Opposed to PARCC Test [by Steve Gendron]: Request the Lowell School Committee go on record as opposed to the implementation of the PARCC test in Lowell at this time and request the Superintendent report this to the Department of Education. STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES 1. 10/03/12 Neighborhood Schools Report presented to [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich & Kimberly Scott]: the Mayor’s Task Request the Superintendent provide the School Committee with a plan that allows more Force at Curriculum students to attend schools within their neighborhood. Subcommittee on 2/21/13; follow-up at Curriculum Subcommittee on 3/14/13 2. 09/02/15 Neighborhood Schools/School Zones [by Rodney Elliott]: Request Superintendent look into and provide analysis on the possibility of changing district into neighborhood schools/school zones. 3. 09/02/15 MGL Chapter 71 Section 69 COMPLETED [by Kimberly Scott and David Conway]: Request the Superintendent report on our 10/07/15 compliance of MGL Chapter 71 Section 69 and address any non-compliance. 4. 09/16/15 SWEAR Program [by David Conway]: Request Superintendent to examine the feasibility of implementing the SWEAR program [Stand with Everyone Against Rape] at Lowell High School. Quarterly update on Status of Motions To be Presented at the Meeting of Wednesday October 21, 2015 Meeting Page 8  DATE MOTION STATUS OF MOTION 5. 10/07/15 Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent review and revise as needed, the Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan, per plan language, must be reviewed/revised biennially. 6. 10/07/15 Status of the District Wide Safety Assessment [by Kristin Ross-Sitcawich]: Request the Superintendent provide an update as to the status of the district wide safety assessment. 7. 10/21/15 Scholarship Opportunity for LHS [by Mayor Rodney Elliott]: Superintendent work with Headmaster to communicate scholarship opportunity for LHS students through the Veterans of Foreign War Scholarship program. 8. 10/21/15 Waiting list System Online [by Kimberly Scott]: Develop a plan to post our waitlist system online and provide a better understanding for our parents on where they stand on the waitlist the process involved. Request that the feasibility of making the process public by posting student id numbers of waitlist standing be explored. Quarterly update on Status of Motions To be Presented at the Meeting of Wednesday October 21, 2015 Meeting Page 9  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 LHS Athletics – Rule 53 Waiver Request To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 395 Recommendation: Background: Attachments: LHS Athletics – Rule 53 Waiver Request  LOWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS Henry J. Mroz Administration Office 155 Merrimack Street Lowell, MA 01852 Jeannine M. Durkin Tel: (978 674-4326 Assistant Superintendent Fax: (978) 674-2142 Email:jdurkin@lowell.k12.ma.us To: Dr. Salah Khelfaoui, Superintendent of Schools From: Jeannine M. Durkin, Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services Date: October 28, 2015 Subject: LHS Athletics – Rule 53 Waiver Request Attached is a request from James DeProfio, LHS Athletic Director, seeking the approval of the Lowell School Committee for Lowell High School to seek a waiver with the MIAA to allow 7th and 8th grade middle school students to tryout and participate on the Lowell High School Ice Hockey, Ski and Boy’s Swim and Dive Teams during the 2015-2016 school year. Approval of the Lowell School Committee is sought to allow the Mayor as Chairperson of the Committee to authorize the application. To: Brian Martin, Headmaster Lowell High School and Jeannine Durkin, Assistant Superintendent Student Support Services From: James DeProfio, Athletic Director Lowell High School Re: Rule 53 Waiver for Alpine Ski, Ice Hockey and Boys’ Swim and Dive Teams Date: October 28, 2015 I am requesting approval of Rule 53 waivers to allow 7th and 8th graders to participate in Ice Hockey at the Varsity or Junior Varsity level, Alpine Skiing at the Varsity or Junior Varsity level and Boys’ Swim and Dive for the 2015-2016 Winter Season. Rule 53 Student Eligibility for Middle School Students on Senior High Teams: A middle school student is eligible to represent a senior high school on its athletic teams only when the MIAA member high school includes those grades, and they are under the direct “jurisdiction” and “supervision” of the high school principal (see Rule 51 for definitions). The process for a waiver of this type requires the approval of the Merrimack Valley Conference, Superintendent, Headmaster, Chairperson of the School Committee and all of the principals of 7th and 8th grade students in the Lowell Public Schools (Assistant Superintendent Durkin has agreed to sign for the principals for 2015-2016) and completion of an application before it moves to the District Athletic Committee. If approved, a notice will be sent to all public schools in Lowell with the information in regards to trying out for the team. The 7th and 8th graders with an approved physical and completed consent form will be afforded an opportunity to try out with the understanding that they may not be selected for the team. Alpine Ski, Ice Hockey and Swim and Dive Competitions have unique skill sets. For this reason, there are not always a sufficient number of students in grades 9-12 with the competitive experience who are not already playing. Lowell High School successfully applied for a 7th and 8th grade waiver last season for Varsity and Junior Varsity Ice Hockey and Alpine Ski. If approved the Boys’ Swim and Dive waiver will be submitted in addition this year.  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 Health and Wellness Grant Report To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 396 Recommendation: Background: Attachments: Health and Wellness Grant Report  LOWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS Office of Student Support Services Phone: (978) 674-2034 155 Merrimack Street Fax: (978) 674-2141 Lowell, Massachusetts 01852 E-mail: jdurkin@lowell.k12.ma.us Health and Wellness Grant Report To: Dr. Salah Khelfaoui, Superintendent of Schools From: Jeannine M. Durkin, Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services Date: October 29, 2015 The following report is provided in response to a request by Mayor Rodney Elliott during the September 2, 2015 School Committee Meeting to provide the amount of grant funds previously awarded to the Lowell Public Schools for Health and Wellness Education aligned with the Massachusetts Comprehensive Health Curriculum Framework. District financial records that can be accessed in Munis only go back to 1999. For the time span between 2000-2010, the Lowell Public Schools received Health and Wellness grant funds totaling $3,739,459. Ten years prior, the grant funds supported up to 22 Health and Wellness district personnel annually. In order to ascertain financial records for the time period between 1990-1999, additional resources would be required to sort through paper records stored in archived files. During this time frame, I served as the District Health Coordinator. The following positions were eliminated when federal and state grant funds were depleted: 1 District Health Coordinator 1 Clerk 1 District-wide Psychologist 1 District-wide Peer Advisor 9 Peer Advisors (Stipend Positions) 2 District-wide Social Workers 7 District-wide Health Educators District funds also supported Health Education Teachers during this time span at middle schools as well as Lowell High School. These positions have been reduced over the course of the past twenty years due to budgetary constraints with the exceptions of two middle school and four high school Health Teachers. The elimination of these positions has created a significant gap in prevention education. Although Lowell Public Schools partners with several community agencies to provide health and wellness opportunities in our schools, these programs alone do not provide a comprehensive preventative approach to support the vast needs of our student population. I would like to thank Grants Manager Joanna Johnson-Collins for providing the data for this report.  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 Superintendent’s Evaluation Instrument To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 397 Recommendation: Background: Attachments:  Student Learning Goal(s): Planned Activities Goal 1: Narrow the achievement gap for all students, and continue to improve the performance of our level 2 and 3 schools, through the systemic use of school and district data Describe actions the educator will take to attain the student learning goal(s). Activities may apply to individual and/or team. Attach additional pages as needed. Supports/Resources from Timeline or Action School/District1 Frequency Provide formative assessment Dashboard product January 2016 data to teachers and Ongoing formative assessment and ongoing administrators on a real-time data daily basis to monitor student growth and achievement Increase ELL staff to come in Funding and support of school Fall 2015 compliance with state committee Fall 2016 regulations Recruitment Support Principal’s role in District Support Team Ongoing facilitating student achievement Administrative support Leadership Academy Support teachers’ role in School-based professional Ongoing facilitating student achievement development Provide mentoring and support Curriculum Support Personnel Ongoing for new teachers and Technology Support Personnel administrators *Additional detail may be attached if needed. This Educator Plan is “designed to provide educators with feedback for improvement, professional growth, and leadership,” is “aligned to statewide Standards and Indicators in 603 CMR 35.00 and local Performance Standards,” and “is consistent with district and school goals.” (see 603 CMR 35.06 (3)(d) and 603 CMR 35.06(3)(f).) Signature of Evaluator Date: Signature of Educator* Date: * As the evaluator retains final authority over goals to be included in an educator’s plan (see 603 CMR 35.06(3)(c)), the signature of the educator indicates that he or she has received the Goal Setting Form with the “Final Goal” box checked, indicating the evaluator’s approval of the goals. The educator’s signature does not necessarily denote agreement with the goals. Regardless of agreement with the final goals, signature indicates recognition that “It is the educator’s responsibility to attain the goals in the plan and to participate in any trainings and professional development provided through the state, district, or other providers in accordance with the Educator Plan.” (see 603 CMR 35.06(4)) Educator Plan Form  District Improvement Goal(s): Planned Activities Goal 1: Increased Community Engagement and Transparency Describe actions the educator will take to attain the professional practice goal(s). Activities may apply to individual and/or team. Attach additional pages as needed. Supports/Resources from Timeline or Action School/District2 Frequency Send weekly newsletter to our Administrative Support Weekly internal and external communities Human Resources Work collaboratively with our Administrative Support, Continuous and community partners such as Collaboration of our partners ongoing Project Learn, the Lowell Plan, Human Resources UMass Lowell and Middlesex Community College, and others Monitor our key performance Administrative support, December indicators and goals outlined in our Collaboration of community 2015/January strategic plan through the use of a members and families 2016 and ongoing public facing dashboard product This Educator Plan is “designed to provide educators with feedback for improvement, professional growth, and leadership,” is “aligned to statewide Standards and Indicators in 603 CMR 35.00 and local Performance Standards,” and “is consistent with district and school goals.” (see 603 CMR 35.06 (3)(d) and 603 CMR 35.06(3)(f).) Signature of Evaluator Date: Signature of Educator* Date: * As the evaluator retains final authority over goals to be included in an educator’s plan (see 603 CMR 35.06(3)(c)), the signature of the educator indicates that he or she has received the Goal Setting Form with the “Final Goal” box checked, indicating the evaluator’s approval of the goals. The educator’s signature does not necessarily denote agreement with the goals. Regardless of agreement with the final goals, signature indicates recognition that “It is the educator’s responsibility to attain the goals in the plan and to participate in any trainings and professional development provided through the state, district, or other providers in accordance with the Educator Plan.” (see 603 CMR 35.06(4) 2 Must identify means for educator to receive feedback for improvement per 603 CMR 35.06(3)(d). Educator Plan Form  District Improvement Goal(s): Planned Activities Goal 2: Develop a district Diversity In Hiring Plan Describe actions the educator will take to attain the professional practice goal(s). Activities may apply to individual and/or team. Attach additional pages as needed. Supports/Resources from Timeline or Action School/District3 Frequency Principals will establish goals to Principals, Director of Human November 2015 recruit and hire staff members that Resources, Assistant Director of and Ongoing represent the diversity of their Human Resources student populations. All school improvement teams at Principals, Assistant Principals, November 2015 the school level will identify minority Director of Human Resources, and Ongoing representation on said teams. Assistant Director of Human Resources Human Resources will develop plans to recruit, hire and retain Director of Human Resources, December 2015 highly qualified personnel that Assistant Director of Human and Ongoing reflect the diversity of our student Resources populations. Organize a job fair in Lowell Partners and Neighboring Districts March 2016 This Educator Plan is “designed to provide educators with feedback for improvement, professional growth, and leadership,” is “aligned to statewide Standards and Indicators in 603 CMR 35.00 and local Performance Standards,” and “is consistent with district and school goals.” (see 603 CMR 35.06 (3)(d) and 603 CMR 35.06(3)(f).) Signature of Evaluator Date: Signature of Educator* Date: * As the evaluator retains final authority over goals to be included in an educator’s plan (see 603 CMR 35.06(3)(c)), the signature of the educator indicates that he or she has received the Goal Setting Form with the “Final Goal” box checked, indicating the evaluator’s approval of the goals. The educator’s signature does not necessarily denote agreement with the goals. Regardless of agreement with the final goals, signature indicates recognition that “It is the educator’s responsibility to attain the goals in the plan and to participate in any trainings and professional development provided through the state, district, or other providers in accordance with the Educator Plan.” (see 603 CMR 35.06(4)) 3 Must identify means for educator to receive feedback for improvement per 603 CMR 35.06(3)(d). Educator Plan Form Educator—Name/Title: Dr. Salah E. Khelfaoui, Ph.D. Part 2: Assessment of Practice Against Performance Standards Citing your district’s performance rubric, briefly summarize areas of strength and high-priority areas for growth. Areas may target specific Standards, Indicators, or elements, or span multiple Indicators or elements within or across Standards. The form should be individually submitted by educator, but Part 2 can also be used by teams in preparation for proposing team goals. 603 CMR 35.06 (2)(a)2 As a new superintendent of the Lowell Public Schools I will have to rely on my past performance in other districts as opposed to my experience in Lowell, since I have had very little time to perform a well-informed self-assessment within the context of the Lowell Public Schools. Additionally, whenever a new superintendent is asked to perform a self-evaluation, the recommendation is to use the developing ranking as opposed to needs improvement. Within the instructional leadership standard, I find myself sufficiently proficient in the knowledge and use of data and in schools and District goals. All other areas are still to be developed as I spent more time in the district. In the management and operations standard, I consider myself proficient in time for collaboration, laws and ethics, ethical behavior and fiscal system. Other areas are yet to be determined as I spend more time within the district working with school leaders. In the standard of family and community engagement, I feel very proficient based on my previous experience. I am continuing the same practices that made me successful in my past district. In the Professional culture standard, Based on my previous experiences in other districts I feel very confident and proficient in all the other criteria within the standard. Team, if applicable: List Team Members below: Signature of Educator Date Signature of Evaluator* Date * The evaluator’s signature indicates that he or she has received a copy of the self-assessment form and the goal setting form with proposed goals. It does not denote approval of the goals. Self-Assessment Form January 2012 Page 2 of 2  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 Permission to Post: Assistant Computer Network Manager To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 391 Recommendation: Background: Attachments: Comment  LOWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS Office of Personnel and Recruitment Henry J. Mroz Central Administration Offices 155 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852 Phone: 978 674 2021 Michael Cassidy Fax: 978 674 2143 Director of Human Resources Email: mcassidy@lowell.k12.ma.us Memorandum To: Dr. Salah Khelfaoui, Superintendent of Schools From: Michael Cassidy, Director of Human Resources Date: October 02, 2015 Re: Permission to Post Attached please find a job posting for the following position: Assistant Computer Network Manager Due to a recent resignation of the Computer Network Manager at Lowell High School, it was determined that this support position should be updated to accurately define the scope of duties required to meet the evolving needs of the district. This position will still serve the critical needs of Lowell High School but will report Director of ICTS and assist with district wide initiatives. The job description was updated in coordination with the MIS Department and presented to the Headmaster at our weekly leadership meeting. The annual salary range will remain unchanged. I recommend the school committee approve this revised job posting at the regular meeting of November 04, 2015. Thank you for your support and consideration.  LOWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS LOWELL, MASSACHUSETTS ASSISTANT COMPUTER NETWORK MANAGER (District Wide) REQUIREMENTS: 1. A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university preferred or equivalent experience or certifications 2. At least two (2) years experience in a network environment or technology environment 3. Experience with TCP/IP DNS / Subnetting / Exchange 2003 and up / Active Directory / Barracuda Filtering and Backup hardware & software / Google Apps for Education / SSO / VM Ware / VOIP 4. Experience with networking equipment (Switches / Routers / Wireless) Preferably HP & Aerohive 5. Strong analytical and problem solving skills 6. Technical and operational experience 7. Excellent communication (oral and written) and organizational skills 8. Experience working in client server environment 9. Experience with Mac OS / iOS / Airplay / BonJour / VBrick 10. Experience with a network monitoring system such as What’s Up Gold. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBLITIES: 1. Ability to work in a team environment with the District Network Administrator, technical support staff, instructional technology specialists, helpdesk personnel, department heads and Director of ICTS 2. Assist with the day-to-day operation of the LPSD computer network including the high school computer network, and when necessary directly assist the district network manager with projects relating to the network throughout the district. 3. Assist keeping the entire computer network operating at maximum capacity and at optimal performance. 4. Support and administer Windows 2000/2003/2012, Microsoft Exchange 2003 and up, IIS SMS as well as a collection of educational based software. 5. Maintain server disaster recovery plan and backups. 6. Maintain network security. 7. Document network design. 8. Maintain wireless infrastructure. 9. Oversee help desk system to make sure clients are being helped in a timely fashion. 10. Work with district wide technicians to solve network and computer issues. 11. Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of ICTS. REPORTS TO: Director of ICTS EFFECTIVE DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: As soon as possible after posting period closes TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve month position, non-affiliated employee SALARY: $ 60,000 - $65,000 annually The posting of this position will be effective as of November 05, 2015 through on November 25, 2015. . Applications will only be received through the Lowell Public Schools Personnel Office website, via the on-line application system. http://www.lowell.k12.ma.us Required submissions include a letter of application, resume, and official transcripts. Lowell Public Schools, Office of Personnel & Recruitment 155 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts 01852 -EOE- 1  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 Permission for Patricia Guziejka, Title 1 Director to attend the annual Council of Administrators of Compensatory Education (C.A.C.E.) Conference to be held on Tuesday, December 1st through Friday, December 4, 2015 in Brewster, MA. The cost of the conference will not exceed $895 and will be funded by Title 1. No substitute needed. To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 387 Recommendation: Background: Attachments: Conference for Patricia Guziejka  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 The Lowell High School Varsity Cross Country members, along with coaches Phil Maia, Tim Patterson , Scott Ouelletand and Mary Beth McKenney, to attend the Cross Country Track Championship held in Westfield , MA on Friday, November 20th through Saturday, November 21, 2015. The total cost of $ 1,200 will be paid by the Athletic Department. Transportation will be via private vehicles of coaches Phil Maia, Tim Patterson, Scott Ouellet and and Mary Beth McKenney. To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 392 Recommendation: Background: Attachments: LHS Varsity Cross Country  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 Dr. Salah Khelfaoui, Superintendent of the Lowell Public School, to attend the MASC/MASS Joint Conference in Hyannis, MA from Thursday, November 5th through Saturday, November 7, 2015. The cost of the conference and lodging, not to exceed $946, will be funded by the Professional Development budget. To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 394 Recommendation: Background: Attachments: Salah Khelfaoui conference To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Dr. Salah Khelfaoui, Superintendent of Schools Date: October 16, 2015 Re: Conference I respectfully request permission to attend the 2015 Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents and the Massachusetts Association of School Committees Joint Conference at the Hyannis Resort and Conference Center in Hyannis, MA from Thursday, November 5th through Saturday, November 7, 2015. The cost of the conference and hotel will not exceed $942 and will be paid by the District’s Professional Development funds. The cost of travel and $50/day expense will not exceed $150.00. SEK/mp Non-affiliated School Department Employees Meeting of October 21, 2015 1-1  Lowe ll Public Schools LOW ELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS 43 Highland Stree t Phone: (978) 674-4320 Lowe ll, Massachuse tts 08152 Executive Session: Regarding UTL- collective bargaining and grievances and litigation update. To: Members of the Lowell School Committee From: Lowell Public Schools Agenda Item: 2015 / 399 Recommendation: Background: Attachments: