Waterford Regional School District, CT
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Waterford Regional School DistrictCT averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$325,300 School district
Enrollment2,341 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$24,444 (FY2020)
Schools5 · 204 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$69.1M (FY2020)
Reading proficiency70% (est. 2018)
Math proficiency63% (est. 2018)
Free/reduced lunch29% (2018)
Recent meetings
Thu Feb 27, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board to discuss and possibly act on 2025-26 education budget and policy first readings
The Waterford Board of Education will hold a regular meeting including public comment, student recognition, and consent agenda approval of minutes and financial reports. New business includes a first reading of five policies (budget procedures, employment checks, homeless students, student discipline, suicide prevention) and discussion on reducing a line item in the superintendent's recommended budget. The board may also take action on the 2025-26 education budget.
- First reading of policies: Budget Procedures, Employment Checks, Homeless Students, Student Discipline, and Suicide Prevention
- Discussion and possible action on reduction of a line item in the superintendent's recommended budget
- Review and possible action on the 2025-26 (FY26) Education Budget
- Monthly Expenditure Report and Food Service Financial Report for January 2025
- Superintendent's preview of District Dashboard and DAAT
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Thursday, February 27, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT
6:00 PM
View meeting at https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Feb 27, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
File Attachments
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B. Pledge of Allegiance
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Feb 27, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
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C. Public Comment - The Waterford Board of Education will continue to accept written Public Comment as well as allow in-person Public Comment at meetings in accordance with Board of Education bylaws. Written Public Comment may be submitted by email to cwhittaker@waterfordschools.org by 12:00 PM on February 27, 2025. Comments will be sent to BOE members and posted on BoardDocs.
Meeting
Feb 27, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
(1) Waterford Board of Education Bylaw 9325 addresses public comment at Board meetings and designates that three (3) minutes may be allotted to each speaker and a maximum of twenty (20) minutes to each subject matter. The Board may modify these limitations at the beginning of a meeting …
Thu Feb 13, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
Board cuts proposed $60,000 IT position from 2025-2026 education budget
The Waterford Board of Education held a special meeting to review, discuss, and take possible action on the Superintendent’s proposed education budget for 2025-2026. The board voted to cut a new IT position costing $60,000 from the recommended budget. The meeting also included a public comment period.
- Motion approved to cut a new IT position ($60,000) from the Superintendent’s Recommended Budget for 2025-2026
- Vote: 5 yea, 3 nay on the IT position cut
- Public comments allowed under Bylaw 9325 (3 minutes per speaker, 20 minutes per subject)
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Thursday, February 13, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford
6:00 PM
View meeting at https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Feb 13, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
File Attachments
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B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Feb 13, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
File Attachments
2. Superintendent's Proposed Education Budget for 2025-2026
Subject
A. Review, Discussion, and Possible Action re: Superintendent’s Proposed Education Budget for 2025-2026 (Budget Recap and Follow-up)
Meeting
Feb 13, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
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2. Superintendent's Proposed Education Budget for 2025-2026
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Action, Information
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
That the Waterford Board of Education cuts the new IT position proposed in the Superintendent's Recommended Budget for $60,000.
Motion by Pat Fedor, second by Deb Roselli Kelly.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Amanda Gates-Lamothe, Christopher Jones, Joy Gaughan, Kathleen Elbaum, Pat Fedor
Nay: Deb Roselli Kelly, Marcia Benvenuti, Laurie Wolfley
3. Public Questions/Comments
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
BoardDocs motion
5 yea · 3 nay
Amanda Gates-Lamothe yea · Christopher Jones yea · Joy Gaughan yea · Kathleen Elbaum yea · Pat Fedor yea · Deb Roselli Kelly nay · Marcia Benvenuti nay · Laurie Wolfley nay
Mon Feb 10, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
Board to review superintendent's proposed 2025-2026 education budget
The Waterford Board of Education will hold a special meeting to review and discuss the superintendent's proposed education budget for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting includes a public comment period and a scheduled adjournment at 7:25 PM. No votes on the budget itself are listed for this session; it is a review and discussion item.
- Review and discussion of Superintendent’s Proposed Education Budget for 2025-2026 (entire budget review anticipated)
- Public comments and questions from residents
- Motion to adjourn at 7:25 PM
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Monday, February 10, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford
6:00 PM
View meeting at https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Feb 10, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
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B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Feb 10, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
2. Superintendent's Proposed Education Budget for 2025-2026
Subject
A. Review and Discussion re: Superintendent’s Proposed Education Budget for 2025-2026 (Entire Budget Review Anticipated)
Meeting
Feb 10, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
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2. Superintendent's Proposed Education Budget for 2025-2026
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Information
File Attachments
3. Public Questions/Comments
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A. Public Questions/Comments
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Feb 10, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
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3. Public Questions/Comments
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File Attachments
4. Adjournment
Subject
A. Adjourn
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Feb 10, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
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4. Adjournment
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Action
Recommended Action
That the Waterford Board of Education adjourns …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. Adjourn
9 yea
Amanda Gates-Lamothe yea · Craig Merriman yea · Christopher Jones yea · Deb Roselli Kelly yea · Joy Gaughan yea · Kathleen Elbaum yea · Marcia Benvenuti yea · Pat Fedor yea · Laurie Wolfley yea
Thu Feb 6, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting - CANCELLED
Waterford BOE special meeting cancelled
The Waterford Board of Education special meeting scheduled for February 6, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda had included a review of the superintendent’s proposed education budget for 2025-2026 and public comment.
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Thursday, February 6, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting - CANCELLED
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford
6:00 PM
View meeting at https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Feb 6, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting - CANCELLED
Category
1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
File Attachments
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B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Feb 6, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting - CANCELLED
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
File Attachments
2. Superintendent's Proposed Education Budget for 2025-2026
Subject
A. Review and Discussion re: Superintendent’s Proposed Education Budget for 2025-2026 (Entire Budget Review Anticipated)
Meeting
Feb 6, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting - CANCELLED
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2. Superintendent's Proposed Education Budget for 2025-2026
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Information
File Attachments
3. Public Questions/Comments
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A. Public Questions/Comments
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Feb 6, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting - CANCELLED
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3. Public Questions/Comments
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File Attachments
4. Adjournment
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A. Adjourn
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Feb 6, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting - CANCELLED
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4. Adjournment
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Action …
Thu Jan 23, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Waterford Board approves administrator contract for 2025-2028
The Board of Education approved a three-year contract with the Waterford Administrators' and Supervisors' Association (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2028), set a $13,363 tuition rate for K-8 partnerships for 2025-2026, and adopted committee representative assignments for 2025. The board also discussed field trip regulations and held executive sessions on the contract and the superintendent's mid-year evaluation.
- Approved Agreement Between Waterford Board of Education and Waterford Administrators' and Supervisors' Association (July 2025 – June 2028)
- Set tuition rate of $13,363 for K-8 Partnerships for 2025-2026 school year
- Approved Board representative and committee assignments for January through December 2025
- Discussed Regulation 5050 on field trips (information item)
- Entered executive session for mid-year evaluation of Superintendent of Schools
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Thursday, January 23, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
6:00 PM
View meeting at https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 23, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
File Attachments
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B. Pledge of Allegiance
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Jan 23, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
File Attachments
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C. Public Comment - The Waterford Board of Education will continue to accept written Public Comment as well as allow in-person Public Comment at meetings in accordance with Board of Education bylaws. Written Public Comment may be submitted by email to cwhittaker@waterfordschools.org by 12:00 PM on January 23, 2025. Comments will be sent to BOE members and posted on BoardDocs.
Meeting
Jan 23, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
(1) Waterford Board of Education Bylaw 9325 addresses public comment at Board meetings and designates that three (3) minutes may be allotted to each speaker and a maximum of twenty (20) minutes to each subject matter. The Board may modify these limitations at the beginning of a meeting if the number o …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
BoardDocs motion
24 yea
Amanda Gates-Lamothe yea · Christopher Jones yea · Deb Roselli Kelly yea · Joy Gaughan yea · Kathleen Elbaum yea · Marcia Benvenuti yea · Pat Fedor yea · Laurie Wolfley yea · Amanda Gates-Lamothe yea · Christopher Jones yea · Deb Roselli Kelly yea · Joy Gaughan yea · Kathleen Elbaum yea · Marcia Benvenuti yea · Pat Fedor yea · Laurie Wolfley yea · Amanda Gates-Lamothe yea · Christopher Jones yea · Deb Roselli Kelly yea · Joy Gaughan yea · Kathleen Elbaum yea · Marcia Benvenuti yea · Pat Fedor yea · Laurie Wolfley yea
A. Discussion and Possible Action re: Tuition Rates for K-8 Partnerships for 2025-2026
8 yea
Amanda Gates-Lamothe yea · Christopher Jones yea · Deb Roselli Kelly yea · Joy Gaughan yea · Kathleen Elbaum yea · Marcia Benvenuti yea · Pat Fedor yea · Laurie Wolfley yea
Thu Jan 23, 2025
Policy Committee Meeting
Waterford BOE Policy Committee reviews six policies including discipline and suicide prevention
The Waterford Board of Education Policy Committee met on January 23, 2025, to review several district policies. They discussed budget procedures, employment checks, FMLA, homeless students, student discipline, and suicide prevention. The committee also approved minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting.
- Approved minutes from November 12, 2024 Policy Committee meeting
- Reviewed Policy 3000 Budget Procedures and Line Item Transfers
- Reviewed Policy 4196/4830 Employment and Student Teacher Checks
- Reviewed Policy 5100 Homeless Children and Youth and Policy 5180 Student Discipline
- Reviewed Policy 5350 Suicide Prevention and Intervention and Regulation 4224 Family Medical Leave Act
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Thursday, January 23, 2025
Policy Committee Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room, 2nd Floor
15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford
5:00 p.m.
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 23, 2025 - Policy Committee Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
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B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jan 23, 2025 - Policy Committee Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
File Attachments
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C. Approval of Minutes From November 12, 2024
Meeting
Jan 23, 2025 - Policy Committee Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
Type
Action, Minutes
Recommended Action
The Waterford Board of Education Policy Committee approves minutes from the November 12, 2024 Policy Committee meeting
Minutes
View Minutes for Nov 12, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
The Waterford Board of Education Policy Committee approves minutes from the November 12, 2024 Policy Committee meeting
Motion by Laurie Wolfley, second by Pat Fedor.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Joy Gaughan, Marcia Benvenuti, Pat Fedor, Laurie Wolfley
2. New Business
Subject
A. Review Policy 3000 Budget Procedures and Line Item Transfers
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Jan 23, 2025 - Policy Committee Meeting
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2. New Business
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
Subject
B. Review Policy 4196/4830 Employment a …
Tue Jan 21, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee to discuss FY26 budget sections and follow-up items
The Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee is meeting to approve the January 9, 2025 meeting minutes and to discuss follow-up information from that meeting. The main focus is a review of multiple FY26 budget line items, including health insurance, transportation, utilities, and salaries. No votes on the budget are scheduled, only discussion.
- Approval of January 9, 2025 Finance Committee meeting minutes (motion approved 4-0)
- Discussion of follow-up information from the January 9 meeting, including an athletic trainer copy of WHS sport offerings
- Review of FY26 budget sections: Health Insurance (212), Long Term Disability (219), FICA (220), Reimbursements (240), Unemployment Comp (250), Workers' Comp (260), Unused Sick Leave (290), Retirement Incentive (291), Transportation (510), Maintenance Supplies (613), Fuel Oil (620), Electricity (621), Natural Gas (622), Propane (623), Transportation Supplies (627), Equipment (730), Salaries (119, 121, 112, 111)
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Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT
5:00 PM
View meeting at https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 21, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jan 21, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
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C. Minutes: January 9, 2025 Finance Committee Meeting
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Jan 21, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Action, Minutes
Recommended Action
That the Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee approves the Minutes from the January 9, 2025 Finance Committee Meeting.
Minutes
View Minutes for Jan 9, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Mee
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
That the Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee approves the Minutes from the January 9, 2025 Finance Committee Meeting.
Motion by Christopher Jones, second by Kathleen Elbaum.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Christopher Jones, Kathleen Elbaum, Marcia Benvenuti, Pat Fedor
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
BoardDocs motion
4 yea
Christopher Jones yea · Kathleen Elbaum yea · Marcia Benvenuti yea · Pat Fedor yea
A. Adjourn
4 yea
Christopher Jones yea · Kathleen Elbaum yea · Marcia Benvenuti yea · Pat Fedor yea
Thu Jan 9, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee reviews FY26 Board Budget process and specific spending sections
The Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee met to discuss the FY26 budget process. The committee reviewed several budget sections including temporary pay, overtime, legal services, and instructional supplies.
- Review of FY26 Board Budget Process
- Discussion of budget sections 122 (Temporary Pay), 132 (Overtime), and 331 (Legal Services)
- Review of instructional spending: 611 (Supplies), 612 (Software), 641 (Textbooks), and 642 (Library Books)
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Thursday, January 9, 2025
Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT
5:00 PM
View meeting at https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 9, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
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B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jan 9, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Minutes: December 12, 2024 Finance Committee Meeting
Meeting
Jan 9, 2025 - Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
Type
Action, Minutes
Recommended Action
That the Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee approves the Minutes from the December 12, 2024 Finance Committee Meeting.
Minutes
View Minutes for Dec 12, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Mee
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
That the Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee approves the Minutes from the December 12, 2024 Finance Committee Meeting.
Motion by Kathleen Elbaum, second by Pat Fedor.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Christopher Jones, Kathleen Elbaum, Marcia Benvenuti, Pat Fedor
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
BoardDocs motion
4 yea
Christopher Jones yea · Kathleen Elbaum yea · Marcia Benvenuti yea · Pat Fedor yea
Thu Dec 19, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular & Organizational Meeting
Board elects officers, adopts preschool curriculum and 2025-2026 calendar
The Waterford Board of Education held its regular and organizational meeting. They elected Pat Fedor as Chairperson and Marcia Benvenuti as Secretary. The board approved the consent agenda, adopted a new preschool curriculum and the 2025-2026 school calendar, and adopted a second reading of several board policies and bylaws.
- Elected Pat Fedor as Chairperson and Marcia Benvenuti as Secretary
- Approved consent agenda including November minutes, monthly expenditure report, and food service financial report
- Adopted preschool curriculum for Waterford Public Schools
- Approved the 2025-2026 school year calendar
- Adopted second reading of policies including Policy 3195 (food service charging) and 12 bylaws on board roles, code of conduct, and procedures
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Thursday, December 19, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular & Organizational Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385
View meeting at https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
6:00 PM
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Dec 19, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular & Organizational Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
File Attachments
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B. Pledge of Allegiance
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Dec 19, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular & Organizational Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Appointment of Acting Secretary Per Bylaw 9321
Meeting
Dec 19, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular & Organizational Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Policy 9321.pdf (12 KB)
Subject
D. Election of Officers Per Bylaw 9321 - Chairperson
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Dec 19, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular & Organizational Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
That the Waterford Board of Education elects __________ as Chairperson of the Waterford Board of Education.
Chairperson (individual votes recorded in official minutes) - Chairperson assumes duties
File Attachments
Policy 9321.pdf (12 KB)
Motion & Voting
That …
Thu Dec 12, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee discusses FY26 Board Budget process
The Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee met to discuss the FY26 Board Budget process. The committee reviewed several specific budget sections including water, sewer, maintenance, and communications.
- Review of FY26 budget sections: 410 Water Service, 411 Sewer Service, 430 Maintenance & Repair, 530 Communications, 531 Postage, 540 Advertising, 580 Travel & Conferences, and 590 Other Purchased Services
- Approval of January 22, 2024 meeting minutes
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Thursday, December 12, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT
5:00 PM
View meeting at https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Dec 12, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Dec 12, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Minutes: January 22, 2024 Finance Committee Meeting
Meeting
Dec 12, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
Type
Action, Minutes
Recommended Action
That the Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee approves the Minutes from the January 22, 2024 Finance Committee Meeting.
Minutes
View Minutes for Jan 22, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee Mee
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
That the Waterford Board of Education Finance Committee approves the Minutes from the January 22, 2024 Finance Committee Meeting.
Motion by Pat Fedor, second by Kathleen Elbaum.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Kathleen Elbaum, Marcia Benvenuti, Pat Fedor
2. New Business
Subject …
Thu Nov 21, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board approves K-5 English Language Arts curriculum, discusses FY26 budget
The Waterford Board of Education approved the consent agenda including minutes and financial reports, adopted a new K-5 English Language Arts curriculum, and discussed assumptions and timeline for the FY26 budget. The board also appointed Craig Merriman to the Town Retirement Commission and held first readings of several policies, including prohibitions on sex discrimination and board governance bylaws.
- Approved K-5 English Language Arts curriculum
- Discussed FY26 budget assumptions and timeline
- Appointed Craig Merriman to Town Retirement Commission for 2024-2025
- First reading of policies: sex discrimination (4448/4860, 5170), food service charging (3195), and multiple board bylaws
- Approved consent agenda: October 31 minutes, October 2024 expenditure report, October 2024 food service financial report
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Thursday, November 21, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385
Livestream video link - https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
6:00 PM
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Nov 21, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Nov 21, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Introduction of Visitors
Meeting
Nov 21, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
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D. Public Comment - The Waterford Board of Education will continue to accept written Public Comment as well as allow in-person Public Comment at meetings in accordance with Board of Education bylaws. Written Public Comment may be submitted by email to cwhittaker@waterfordschools.org by 12:00 PM on November 21, 2024. Comments will be sent to BOE members and posted on BoardDocs.
Meeting
Nov 21, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Meeting Opening
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Procedural
(1) Waterford Board of Education Bylaw 9325 addresses public comment at Board meetings and designates th …
Tue Nov 12, 2024
Policy Committee Meeting
Waterford Policy Committee to review 18 board bylaws
The Policy Committee is meeting to review a series of bylaws governing board operations. These reviews cover topics including board communications, conflict of interest, and the process for adopting or deleting policies.
- Review of Bylaw 9032 Board Communications
- Review of Bylaw 9036 Conflict of Interest
- Review of Bylaw 9044 Meeting Conduct
- Review of Bylaw 9088 Filling Vacancies
- Review of Bylaw 9010 Board Member Limits of Authority/Duties
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Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Policy Committee Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room, 2nd Floor
15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford
5:00 p.m.
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Nov 12, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Nov 12, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Approval of Minutes From October 29, 2024
Meeting
Nov 12, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Action, Minutes
File Attachments
2. New Business
Subject
A. Review Bylaw 9032 Board Communications
Meeting
Nov 12, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
2. New Business
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
Subject
B. Review Bylaw 9036 Conflict of Interest
Meeting
Nov 12, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
2. New Business
Type
File Attachments
Subject
C. Review Bylaw 9040 Committees
Meeting
Nov 12, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
2. New Business
Type
File Attachments
Subject
D. Review Bylaw 9044 Meeting Conduct
Meeting
Nov 12, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
2. New Business
Type
File Attachments
Subject
E. Review Bylaw 9325.2 Order of Business
Meeting
Nov 12, 2024 - …
Thu Nov 7, 2024
Special Meeting AD HOC Committee of the Waterford Board of Education for Purpose of Residency Hearing
Ad hoc committee rules student not a Waterford resident
The Waterford Board of Education's ad hoc committee held a special meeting for a residency hearing. After an executive session, the committee voted that the student is not a resident of Waterford and thus not entitled to school accommodations. The board authorized the superintendent and counsel to communicate the decision to the requesting parent.
- Executive session held to deliberate on a student residency hearing under Connecticut General Statutes
- Motion approved 3-0 finding the student is not a resident of Waterford
- Board authorized writing to the parent with the decision and reasons
- Parties invited to executive session included Jason Brucker, the student's mother, godmother, and godfather
- Motion made by Pat Fedor, seconded by Amanda Gates-Lamothe and Kathleen Elbaum
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Thursday, November 7, 2024
Special Meeting AD HOC Committee of the Waterford Board of Education for Purpose of Residency Hearing
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385
7:00 PM
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Nov 7, 2024 - Special Meeting AD HOC Committee of the Waterford Board of Education for Purpose of Residency Hearing
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
2. Executive Session
Subject
A. Deliberation on Residency Hearing (Executive Session Anticipated)
Meeting
Nov 7, 2024 - Special Meeting AD HOC Committee of the Waterford Board of Education for Purpose of Residency Hearing
Category
2. Executive Session
Type
Action, Discussion
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
I move that the Board enter Executive Session at 7:00 PM to discuss a matter that would result in the disclosure of public records or the information contained therein as described in Connecticut General Statutes Sections 1-210(b)(2), (11) and (17) and that the Board invites Joseph McQuade (Counsel to the Board of Education); Anne Littlefield (Counsel to the Administration); the Superintendent of Schools, the Assistant Superintendent of Schools, the parties requesting this hearing and any and all necessary witnesses to attend the executive session, including but not limited to:
Jason Brucker;
The Student’s Mother;
An individual identified …
Thu Oct 31, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Waterford Board of Education approves Capital Improvement Plan through FY2030
The Board of Education decided on the Capital Improvement Plan for FY2026 through FY2030 and approved new high school courses. The body also reviewed school security and class size updates. Other actions included approving a budget transfer and the 2025 meeting schedule.
- Approval of Capital Improvement Plan for FY2026 through FY2030
- Addition of Personal Finance and Financial Literacy Course at Waterford High School
- Addition of high school theatre courses at Waterford High School
- Budget Transfer Request from Acct. #03200 to Acct. #03190
- Review of Elementary Security Quarterly Report
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Thursday, October 31, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385
Livestream video link - https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
6:00 PM
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Oct 31, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Oct 31, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Introduction of Visitors
Meeting
Oct 31, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
D. Public Comment - The Waterford Board of Education will continue to accept written Public Comment as well as allow in-person Public Comment at meetings in accordance with Board of Education bylaws. Written Public Comment may be submitted by email to cwhittaker@waterfordschools.org by 12:00 PM on October 31, 2024. Comments will be sent to BOE members and posted on BoardDocs.
Meeting
Oct 31, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
(1) Waterford Board of Education Bylaw 9325 addresses public comment at Board meetings and designates that …
Tue Oct 29, 2024
Policy Committee Meeting
Waterford Policy Committee reviews food service and sex discrimination policies
The Policy Committee met to review several district policies and bylaws. Discussions included food service charging and prohibitions of sex discrimination for students and personnel.
- Review of Policy 3165 Food Service and Policy 3195 Food Service Charging
- Review of Policy and Regulation 4448/4860 Prohibition of Sex Discrimination (Personnel)
- Review of Policy and Regulation 5170 Prohibition of Sex Discrimination (Students)
- Review of Board bylaws 9000 through 9096 regarding board roles, conduct, and procedures
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Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Policy Committee Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room, 2nd Floor
15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford
5:00 p.m.
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Oct 29, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Oct 29, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Approval of Minutes From September 25, 2024
Meeting
Oct 29, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Action, Minutes
Recommended Action
The Waterford Board of Education Policy Committee approves minutes from the September 25, 2024 Policy Committee meeting
Minutes
View Minutes for Sep 25, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
The Waterford Board of Education Policy Committee approves minutes from the September 25, 2024 Policy Committee meeting
Motion by Pat Fedor, second by Laurie Wolfley.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Joy Gaughan, Marcia Benvenuti, Pat Fedor, Laurie Wolfley
2. New Business
Subject
A. Review Policy 3165 Food Service and Policy 3195 Food Service Charging
Meeting
Oct 29, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
2. New Business
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
Subject
B. Review Policy and Regulat …
Thu Sep 26, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board approves 2024-2025 goals and consent agenda items
The Waterford Board of Education is meeting to vote on the consent agenda, which includes approving August 2024 minutes, the monthly expenditure report, educator evaluation plans, and an increasing educator diversity plan. The main new business is approval of the Board's 2024-2025 goals. They will also receive a report on Summer Academy and Extended School Year, and review a bloodborne pathogens regulation.
- Approval of Board Goals for 2024-2025
- Approval of Monthly Expenditure Report for August 2024
- Approval of CSDE Approved Administrator and Educator Evaluation Plans
- Approval of Increasing Educator Diversity Plan
- Review of Regulation #4084/4950 on Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control
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Thursday, September 26, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385
Livestream video link - https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
6:00 PM
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Sep 26, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Sep 26, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Introduction of Visitors
Meeting
Sep 26, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
D. Public Comment - The Waterford Board of Education will continue to accept written Public Comment as well as allow in-person Public Comment at meetings in accordance with Board of Education bylaws. Written Public Comment may be submitted by email to cwhittaker@waterfordschools.org by 12:00 PM on September 26, 2024. Comments will be sent to BOE members and posted on BoardDocs.
Meeting
Sep 26, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
(1) Waterford Board of Education Bylaw 9325 addresses public comment at Board meetings and designates …
Wed Sep 25, 2024
Policy Committee Meeting
Policy Committee reviews school board bylaws and model alignments
The Waterford Board of Education Policy Committee met to review a crosswalk of district bylaws against Shipman and Goodwin Model Bylaws. The committee discussed several specific bylaws regarding board organization, member qualifications, and parliamentary procedures.
- Review of Bylaw 9100 Organization
- Review of Bylaw 9133 Advisory Committees to the BOE
- Review of Bylaw 9210 Qualification of Members
- Review of Bylaw 9220 Election of Members
- Review of Bylaw 9330 Board/School System Records
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Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Policy Committee Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room, 2nd Floor
15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford
5:00 p.m.
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Sep 25, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Sep 25, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Approval of Minutes From April 15, 2024
Meeting
Sep 25, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Action, Minutes
Recommended Action
The Waterford Board of Education Policy Committee approves minutes from the April 15, 2024 Policy Committee meeting
Minutes
View Minutes for Apr 15, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
The Waterford Board of Education Policy Committee approves minutes from the April 15, 2024 Policy Committee meeting
Motion by Laurie Wolfley, second by Pat Fedor.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Marcia Benvenuti, Pat Fedor, Laurie Wolfley
2. New Business
Subject
A. Review the crosswalk of Waterford Public School Bylaws to Shipman and Goodwin Model Bylaws
Meeting
Sep 25, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
2. New Business
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
CROSSWALK FOR THE WATERFORD BOARD OF EDUCA …
Thu Aug 22, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board to discuss Great Neck Field remediation and possible funding request
The Waterford Board of Education will discuss consultant findings on Great Neck Field drainage issues and consider authorizing a request to the Town for a special appropriation from the undesignated fund balance for remediation. The board will also review consent agenda items including minutes, expenditure reports, and budget transfers, and receive updates on 2024-2025 school year preparations and the non-lapsing account.
- Discussion and possible action on a special appropriation for Great Neck Field remediation (funding request to Town Board of Selectmen)
- Approval of consent agenda including June 2024 monthly expenditure report ($144K and $88K attachments), July 2024 report, and food service financial report for June 2024
- Budget transfer requests between accounts (04020 to 04045, 06680 to 06690 and 16510)
- Superintendent's report on 2024-2025 school year preparations
- Discussion of Board Goals for 2024-2025
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Thursday, August 22, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385
Livestream video link - https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
6:00 PM
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Aug 22, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Aug 22, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Introduction of Visitors
Meeting
Aug 22, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
D. Public Comment - The Waterford Board of Education will continue to accept written Public Comment as well as allow in-person Public Comment at meetings in accordance with Board of Education bylaws. Written Public Comment may be submitted by email to cwhittaker@waterfordschools.org by 12:00 PM on August 22, 2024. Comments will be sent to BOE members and posted on BoardDocs.
Meeting
Aug 22, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
(1) Waterford Board of Education Bylaw 9325 addresses public comment at Board meetings and designates that&n …
Wed Jul 10, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
Discussion of elementary class sizes and staffing for the 2024-2025 school year
The Waterford Board of Education met to discuss elementary class sizes and staffing updates for the 2024-2025 school year. The meeting included a review of elementary staffing projections.
- Discussion and possible action regarding 2024-2025 elementary class sizes and staffing updates
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Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
Central Office Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford, CT 06385
5:00 PM
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Jul 10, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jul 10, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
2. New Business
Subject
A. Discussion and Possible Action re: Elementary Class Sizes and Staffing Update 2024-2025 School Year
Meeting
Jul 10, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
Category
2. New Business
Type
Discussion, Information
File Attachments
24-25 Elementary Staffing Projection.pdf (185 KB)
3. Adjournment
Subject
A. Adjourn
Meeting
Jul 10, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Special Meeting
Category
3. Adjournment
Type
Action
Recommended Action
That the Waterford Board of Education adjourns its special meeting at
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
That the Waterford Board of Education adjourns its special meeting at 5:20 PM.
Motion by Marcia Benvenuti, second by Deb Roselli Kelly.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Amanda Gates-Lamothe, Deb Roselli Kelly, Joy Gaughan, Kathleen Elbaum, Marcia Benvenuti, Pat Fed …
Thu Jun 27, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board approves educator evaluation plans and requests funds for athletic upgrades
The Board approved new evaluation and support plans for both educators and administrators. Members also authorized a request to the Board of Selectmen for funding to replace the high school tennis courts and turf field. Additionally, the Board ratified a union agreement for secretaries, clerks, and assistants.
- Approved Educator Evaluation and Support Plan
- Approved Administrator Evaluation and Support Plan
- Authorized request for funds for turf field and tennis court replacement
- Ratified agreement with United Public Service Employees Union
- Approved May 2024 expenditure and food service reports
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Thursday, June 27, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385
Livestream video link - https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
6:00 PM
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Jun 27, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jun 27, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Introduction of Visitors
Meeting
Jun 27, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
D. Public Comment - The Waterford Board of Education will continue to accept written Public Comment as well as allow in-person Public Comment at meetings in accordance with Board of Education bylaws. Written Public Comment may be submitted by email to cwhittaker@waterfordschools.org by 12:00 PM on June 27, 2024. Comments will be sent to BOE members and posted on BoardDocs.
Meeting
Jun 27, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
(1) Waterford Board of Education Bylaw 9325 addresses public comment at Board meetings and designates that …
Thu May 23, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Waterford BOE approves tuition rates, SRO agreement, and policy updates
The Waterford Board of Education held a regular meeting on May 23, 2024, where it approved several action items, including non-resident and special education tuition rates for 2024-25, a new School Resource Officer agreement with the Waterford Police Department, and multiple policy adoptions. The board also approved a $720.10 write-off for the Before Care program and moved into executive session to discuss the superintendent's evaluation.
- Approved non-resident student tuition rates for 2024-25
- Approved special education tuition rates for non-resident students and K-8 districts for 2024-25
- Authorized write-off of $720.10 in receivables for Before Care program at Quaker Hill
- Approved new MOU with Waterford Police Department for School Resource Officer program
- Adopted eight policies including school security, firearms on school property, purchasing, and student discipline
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Thursday, May 23, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385
View meeting at https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
6:00 PM
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
May 23, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
May 23, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Introduction of Visitors
Meeting
May 23, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
D. Public Comment - The Waterford Board of Education will continue to accept written Public Comment as well as allow in-person Public Comment at meetings in accordance with Board of Education bylaws. Written Public Comment may be submitted by email to cwhittaker@waterfordschools.org by 12:00 PM on May 23, 2024. Comments will be sent to BOE members and posted on BoardDocs.
Meeting
May 23, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
(1) Waterford Board of Education Bylaw 9325 addresses public comment at Board meetings and designates that three (3) …
Thu Apr 25, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board approves WHS graduation date and revised school calendar
The Waterford Board of Education held its regular meeting on April 25, 2024, and approved several action items. The board approved the revised 2023-2024 school year calendar and set the Waterford High School Class of 2024 graduation date for June 14, 2024. It also approved the non-renewal of contracts for three long-term substitute teachers, adopted Policy 2024 on retention of electronic records, and approved the Effective School Solutions contract for 2024-2025. The meeting included presentations on the high school unified program and trauma-informed teaching, as well as an update on chronic absenteeism.
- Approved revised 2023-2024 school calendar and WHS graduation date of June 14, 2024
- Approved non-renewal of contracts for William Bono, Richard Chiapetta, and Johanna Radicchi
- Adopted Policy 2024 Retention of Electronic Records and Information
- Approved Effective School Solutions contract for 2024-2025 school year
- Consent agenda approved including March 2024 expenditure and food service reports
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Thursday, April 25, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385
View meeting at https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
6:00 PM
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Apr 25, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Apr 25, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Introduction of Visitors
Meeting
Apr 25, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
D. Public Comment - The Waterford Board of Education will continue to accept written Public Comment as well as allow in-person Public Comment at meetings in accordance with Board of Education bylaws. Written Public Comment may be submitted by email to cwhittaker@waterfordschools.org by 12:00 PM on April 25, 2024. Comments will be sent to BOE members and posted on BoardDocs.
Meeting
Apr 25, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
(1) Waterford Board of Education Bylaw 9325 addresses public comment at Board meetings and designates that three …
Mon Apr 15, 2024
Policy Committee Meeting
Waterford school board policy committee reviews security, firearms, discipline policies
The Waterford Regional School District Policy Committee is meeting to review a series of new and revised policies, including school security, firearms on school property, purchasing, and student discipline. The committee will discuss these items but no votes are scheduled on the policy content itself. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and adjournment.
- Review of Policy and Regulations 3230 School Security, including a school security officer job description
- Review of Policy 1225 on otherwise lawful possession of firearms on school property
- Review of Policy & Regulations 3270 Purchasing, including a memo on federal grants
- Review of Policy 5180 Student Discipline and Policy 5220 Student Use of Computer Systems
- Review of Policy 6005 Credit for Courses Taken Online or Off Campus
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Monday, April 15, 2024
Policy Committee Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room, 2nd Floor
15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford
5:00 p.m.
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Apr 15, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Apr 15, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Approval of Minutes From March 28, 2024
Meeting
Apr 15, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Action, Minutes
Recommended Action
The Waterford Board of Education Policy Committee approves minutes from the March 28, 2024 Policy Committee meeting
Minutes
View Minutes for Mar 28, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
The Waterford Board of Education Policy Committee approves minutes from the March 28, 2024 Policy Committee meeting
Motion by Laurie Wolfley, second by Joy Gaughan.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Christopher Jones, Joy Gaughan, Marcia Benvenuti, Pat Fedor, Laurie Wolfley
2. New Business
Subject
A. Review of New and Revised Policy Work
Meeting
Apr 15, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
2. New Business
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
Policy Summary.pdf (177 KB)
Subject
B. Review Policy and Re …
Thu Mar 28, 2024
Policy Committee Meeting
Waterford school policy committee reviews security, firearms, and tech policies
The Waterford Regional School District Policy Committee is meeting to review and discuss multiple school policies, including school security, firearms on school property, electronic records retention, purchasing, employee and student technology use, student discipline, and online course credit. The committee will also approve minutes from its February 12, 2024 meeting.
- Review of Policy and Regulations 3230 School Security, including Waterford ASO job description
- Review of Policy 1225 on otherwise lawful possession of firearms on school property
- Review of Policy 2024 on retention of electronic records and information
- Review of Policy 3270 on purchasing
- Review of Policy 5180 on student discipline
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Thursday, March 28, 2024
Policy Committee Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room, 2nd Floor
15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford
5:00 p.m.
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Mar 28, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Mar 28, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Approval of Minutes From February 12, 2024
Meeting
Mar 28, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Action, Minutes
Recommended Action
The Waterford Board of Education Policy Committee approves minutes from the February 12, 2024 Policy Committee meeting
Minutes
View Minutes for Feb 12, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
The Waterford Board of Education Policy Committee approves minutes from the February 12, 2024 Policy Committee meeting
Motion by Pat Fedor, second by Laurie Wolfley.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Joy Gaughan, Marcia Benvenuti, Pat Fedor, Laurie Wolfley
2. New Business
Subject
A. Review of New and Revised Policy Work
Meeting
Mar 28, 2024 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
2. New Business
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
Policy Summary.pdf (177 KB)
Subject
B. Review Policy and Regulations …
Thu Mar 28, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Waterford BOE approves Canada trip, food sales exemptions, and consent agenda
The Waterford Board of Education held a regular meeting on March 28, 2024, where it approved several action items, including a consent agenda with financial reports and a budget transfer, a healthy food certification, exemptions for food and beverage sales at events, and an international field trip to Canada. The board also recognized students and staff, received presentations on educational programs, and entered executive session to discuss negotiation strategy.
- Approved consent agenda including February 2024 expenditure and food service reports, and budget transfer from Acct. #04020 to #04040
- Certified compliance with Connecticut Nutrition Standards for 2024-25 school year (ED-099 Addendum)
- Allowed sale of non-compliant food and beverages at after-school or weekend events, not from vending machines or school stores
- Approved international field trip to Canada starting February 15, 2025
- Entered executive session to review negotiation strategy
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Thursday, March 28, 2024
Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Board of Education Conference Room
15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford, CT 06385
View meeting at https://www.waterfordschools.org/board_members/meetings/meeting_videos
6:00 PM
1. Meeting Opening
Subject
A. Establishment of a Quorum and Call to Order
Meeting
Mar 28, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Mar 28, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
C. Public Comment - The Waterford Board of Education will continue to accept written Public Comment as well as allow in-person Public Comment at meetings in accordance with Board of Education bylaws. Written Public Comment may be submitted by email to cwhittaker@waterfordschools.org by 12:00 PM on March 28, 2024. Comments will be sent to BOE members and posted on BoardDocs.
Meeting
Mar 28, 2024 - Waterford Board of Education Regular Meeting
Category
1. Meeting Opening
Type
Procedural
(1) Waterford Board of Education Bylaw 9325 addresses public comment at Board meetings and designates that three (3) minutes may be allotted to each speaker and a maximum of twenty (20) minutes to each subject matter. The Board may modify these limitations at the beginning of a meetin …
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