Narragansett Regional School District public meetings in 2020
59 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will meet virtually on December 16, 2020, to discuss and vote on several items, including a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the NDEA for full remote learning, approval of minutes, bills and payroll, and surplus items. The agenda also includes updates on the FY21/FY22 budget, COVID-19, and the PMES building turnover, along with an executive session for collective bargaining strategy.
- Vote on MOU with NDEA for full remote learning
- Approval of meeting minutes from November 12 and 17, 2020
- Acceptance of bills and payroll warrants
- Vote to surplus damaged curriculum books (e.g., 111 copies of Of Mice and Men, 42 of The Odyssey)
- Executive session for collective bargaining/litigation strategy with NDEA and/or UFCW
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District's Diversity/Equity/Inclusion Subcommittee is meeting to discuss ongoing business, including the district mascot and student involvement. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes and setting future meeting dates. This is a working meeting with discussion and possible action items.
- Discussion of NRSD District Mascot
- Discussion of Student Involvement
- Approval of meeting minutes
- Scheduled next meeting: January 19, 2021 at 5:00pm
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will hold a virtual meeting on December 14, 2020, to discuss the FY22 budget and possibly vote on a Memorandum of Understanding with the NDEA. The agenda also includes an executive session for collective bargaining strategy and standard procedural items.
- FY22 Budget Discussions
- Possible vote on Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NDEA
- Executive session for collective bargaining or litigation strategy with NDEA and/or UFCW
- Meeting live streamed by Templeton Community TV
- Next meeting scheduled for December 16, 2020
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District Finance Subcommittee will meet to discuss the FY21 budget, including state and economic updates and COVID-19 impacts, and begin work on the FY22 budget. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling future meetings.
- Approval of November 10, 2020 meeting minutes
- Discussion of FY21 budget state/economic update and COVID-19 impacts
- FY21 budget update
- FY22 budget discussion
- Next meeting scheduled for January 12, 2021 at 5:00pm
NRSD School Committee
The Regional Agreement Amendment Committee (RAAC) is meeting to begin the process of updating the Narragansett Regional School District's Regional Agreement. The agenda includes appointing a chair, setting ground rules and a timeline, and reviewing the process with consultants from MARS Consulting Group. This is the first step in a process that typically takes 1 to 1.5 years.
- Vote to appoint Chair and Vice/Assistant Chair positions
- Review of process for amending the Regional Agreement, starting from the 2004 amended Agreement
- Discussion of ground rules, including voting by majority and super majority
- Proposal to set dates for future monthly meetings
- Presentation of process overview by MARS Consulting Group
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee's Academic/Administrative Subcommittee will meet to discuss ongoing business, including an update on instruction and COVID-related items, and new business, including high school graduation requirements. The committee will also consider moving the January 4, 2021 meeting to January 11, 2021, and approve minutes from November 9, 2020.
- Discussion of high school graduation requirements
- Update on instruction and COVID-related items
- Proposal to move January 4, 2021 meeting to January 11, 2021
- Approval of November 9, 2020 meeting minutes
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District's Diversity/Equity/Inclusion Subcommittee is meeting to discuss community involvement, the district mascot, a Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC) resolution on anti-racism, and DEI goals for 2021. These are listed as discussion and information items, with no votes specified except for adjournment. The meeting is open to the public and may include other business.
- Discussion of NRSD District Mascot
- Discussion of MASC resolution on Anti-Racism
- Discussion of DEI Goals for 2021
- Community involvement discussion
- Upcoming meeting schedule for FY21
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will meet virtually on November 17, 2020, to conduct regular business, including approving minutes, bills, and payroll. They will discuss the FY21 budget status, COVID-19 updates, and strategic plan progress, and take votes on surplus items, student activity fees, Keystone Educational Cooperative membership, and a policy update on homeless students. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the NDEA and/or UFCW, followed by a vote on a Memorandum of Understanding with the NDEA for full remote learning.
- Vote on Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NDEA for full remote learning
- Vote to seek membership in the Keystone Education Cooperative
- Vote to approve student activity fees (non-athletic) for FY21
- Vote to adopt updated policy JFABD - Homeless Students: Enrollment Rights and Services
- FY21 Budget Status Update and COVID-19 updates including transportation, school lunch, athletics, and facilities
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee's Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss and review multiple proposed policy updates across several sections, including students, community relations, board governance, support services, staff safety, and instruction. The agenda includes a proposed update to the homeless students policy (JFABD) and several new or revised policies recommended by MASC. No votes are scheduled except for approving prior meeting minutes and adjournment.
- Proposed update to JFABD - Homeless Students: Enrollment Rights and Services, expanding definition and transportation provisions
- Proposed updates to Section K policies including community use of school facilities (KF, KF-R) and relations with law enforcement (KLG)
- Proposed new policy KLK - Relations With Local Government Authorities
- Proposed new policies for school improvement plans (BDFA-E-2) and school council business (BDFA-E-3)
- Proposed new policy GBGB - Staff Personal Security and Safety
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee's Long Term Planning Subcommittee is meeting to discuss ongoing business, including an update on the Regional Agreement Amendment Committee and opportunities for shared services. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of October 19, 2020 meeting minutes
- Regional Agreement Amendment Committee update
- Shared services opportunities discussion
- Next meeting rescheduled to December 14, 2020
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will meet virtually on November 12, 2020. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and bills, a discussion of COVID-19 facilities updates, and a new item on the District Treasurer position. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the NDEA and/or UFCW, then return to open session to vote on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the NDEA for full remote learning.
- Vote on Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NDEA for full remote learning
- Discussion of District Treasurer position (new business)
- COVID-19 facilities updates (votes if necessary)
- Approval of meeting minutes of October 21, 2020
- Bills & payroll warrants acceptance
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee's Academic/Administrative Subcommittee will meet to approve October minutes, receive an update on instruction and COVID-related items, and consider moving the January 4, 2021 meeting to January 11, 2021. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of October 5, 2020 meeting minutes
- Update on instruction and COVID-related items
- Proposal to move January 4, 2021 meeting to January 11, 2021
- Next meeting scheduled for December 7, 2020 at 9:00am
NRSD School Committee
This meeting of the NRSD School Committee's Academic/Administrative Subcommittee was cancelled. The agenda had included approval of October 5 minutes, an update on instruction and COVID-related items, and a proposal to move the January 4, 2021 meeting to January 11, 2021. No decisions will be made at this cancelled meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
- Approval of October 5, 2020 minutes (cancelled)
- Update on instruction and COVID-related items (cancelled)
- Proposed move of January 4, 2021 meeting to January 11, 2021 (cancelled)
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee's Facility Subcommittee is meeting to discuss ongoing facilities and grounds updates, as well as a new fuel oil bid. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Discussion of grounds update
- Discussion of facilities update
- Discussion of fuel oil bid
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District Finance Subcommittee will meet to discuss the FY21 budget, including state and economic updates related to COVID-19, and begin planning for the FY22 budget. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling of future meetings. No votes on budget items are listed, only discussions.
- Approval of September 15, 2020 meeting minutes
- Discussion of FY21 budget state/economic update and COVID-19 impacts
- Discussion of FY21 budget update
- Discussion of FY22 budget
- Next meeting scheduled for November 10, 2020 at 5:00pm
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Boards of Selectmen from Phillipston and Templeton to select a District Wide Town Meeting Moderator. The meeting will take place at the NRHS Athletic Field in Baldwinville. A vote is expected on the moderator selection.
- District Wide Town Meeting Moderator Selection by Templeton and Phillipston BOS (vote)
- Joint meeting with Phillipston and Templeton Boards of Selectmen
- Meeting at NRHS Athletic Field, 464 Baldwinville Road, Baldwinville, MA
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District is holding a District Wide Town Meeting for voters from Phillipston and Templeton. The sole substantive item is a vote on the proposed $19,729,921 budget for fiscal year 2021. The meeting is conducted by the Moderator and will be held at the high school game field, with the gym as a backup.
- Vote on $19,729,921 FY2021 budget
- Meeting for voters of Phillipston and Templeton
- Held at NRHS Game Field, 464 Baldwinville Road
- Gymnasium as backup in case of inclement weather
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee's Diversity/Equity/Inclusion Subcommittee is meeting to discuss its goals, meeting schedule, and district needs/concerns. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific proposals or votes listed beyond a motion to adjourn.
- Discussion of committee's goals
- Setting meeting schedule for FY21
- Discussion of district needs/concerns
- Upcoming meetings listed
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will meet virtually to discuss the FY21 budget, including a $184,957 shortfall between the certified budget and the state-issued 1/12 budget, and preparations for the upcoming district-wide town meeting on September 19. The committee will also hear updates on school opening, consider surplus items and donations, and may take votes on related matters.
- FY21 budget discussion: certified budget $19,729,921 vs. DESE 1/12 annualized $19,544,964, difference ($184,957)
- District-wide town meeting scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2020 at 2:00pm at the High School Game Field
- Vote on surplus items: outdated curriculum books including SAT Vocabulary Power Plus, Mythology, and 424 math books
- Vote on acceptance of donation(s), including a Yamaha receipt
- School opening update with possible votes on teacher PD, student return, facilities, meals, transportation, sports
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District Finance Subcommittee will meet to discuss the FY21 budget, including state/economic updates and COVID-19 impacts, as well as 1/12th budget reductions and other budget issues. They will also begin discussions on the FY22 budget. The meeting includes approval of minutes from August 18, 2020, and scheduling of future meetings.
- Approval of meeting minutes from August 18, 2020
- Discussion of FY21 budget state/economic update and COVID-19 impacts
- Discussion of FY21 1/12th budget reductions
- Discussion of FY21 budget issues
- Discussion of FY22 budget
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee is meeting virtually with the Boards of Selectmen from Phillipston and Templeton. They will discuss and vote on selecting a moderator for the District-Wide Town Meeting, receive updates on that meeting, and vote on a Memorandum of Understanding with the NDEA (teachers union) after an executive session on collective bargaining strategy.
- Vote on District Wide Town Meeting Moderator Selection by Templeton and Phillipston BOS
- Discussion of District Wide Town Meeting Updates/Information
- Executive session for collective bargaining/litigation strategy with NDEA and/or UFCW
- Vote to approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NDEA
NRSD School Committee
This meeting of the Narragansett Regional School District School Committee was cancelled and rescheduled to September 10, 2020 at 5:00 PM. The agenda included items on selecting a moderator for the District Wide Town Meeting, updates on that meeting, and a vote on a Memorandum of Understanding with the NDEA. An executive session was planned to discuss collective bargaining or litigation with the NDEA and/or UFCW.
- Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to 9/10/2020 at 5:00 PM
- Vote on District Wide Town Meeting Moderator Selection by Templeton and Phillipston BOS
- Vote on Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NDEA
- Executive session for collective bargaining or litigation strategy with NDEA and/or UFCW
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially vote on the FY21 budget recertification, which is required because the initial budget was not approved by member municipalities. The committee will also review a budget status update, consider invoking the Rule of Necessity for voting, and may discuss a district-wide town meeting if the budget remains unapproved. Public input is limited to 12 minutes total, with 3 minutes per speaker.
- FY21 Budget Recertification (votes as necessary) - DESE requires action if budget not approved
- FY21 Budget - 1/12 Budget Information: DESE annualized $19,544,964 vs certified $19,729,921, difference ($184,957)
- Rule of Necessity - procedure for voting on budget with family member conflicts
- District Wide Town Meeting - potential if either member municipality rejects budget
- Approval of meeting minutes of August 19, 2020
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee held a virtual meeting to approve minutes, bills, and payroll. The committee discussed the FY21 budget status and COVID-19 reopening plans. A key action item involved voting to adopt or update four policies: Harassment, Face Coverings, Home Schooling, and Remote Learning. The meeting concluded with an executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy with the NDEA and UFCW.
- Motion to accept policies for implementation: ACAB (Harassment), EBCFA (Face Coverings), IHBG-R (Home Schooling), and IHBHA (Remote Learning)
- Approval of meeting minutes from July 29, 2020, and August 6, 2020
- Recommendation to accept bills and payroll warrants as presented
- Discussion of FY21 Budget Status Update
- Executive session to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining or litigation with NDEA and/or UFCW
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee's Finance Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the FY21 budget, including state and economic updates, COVID-19 impacts, and 1/12th budget reductions. They will also discuss the FY22 budget and set upcoming meeting dates. Votes may be taken at this meeting.
- Discussion of FY21 budget with state/economic update and COVID-19 impacts
- Discussion of FY21 1/12th budget reductions
- Discussion of FY22 budget
- Information on upcoming Finance Subcommittee meeting dates
- Motion to adjourn
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee's Academic/Administrative Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from June 1 and June 8, 2020. They will discuss FY20 budget expenses and receipts related to legal costs, and review reopening plans covering staffing, curriculum, remote learning, and busing. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2020 at 2:00pm at the Central Office.
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 1 and June 8, 2020
- Discussion of FY20 budget legal costs (expenses/receipts)
- Discussion of reopening plans: staffing, curriculum, remote learning, busing
- Next meeting scheduled for September 14, 2020 at 9:00am
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee's Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss updates to district policies, including a COVID-19 school re-opening policy and a new harassment policy required by recent federal Title IX regulations. They will also continue reviewing multiple sections of the district's policy manual, covering students, community relations, board governance, support services, staff safety, and instruction. The meeting will begin with approval of the March 9, 2020 minutes and end with adjournment.
- Discussion of COVID-19 school re-opening policy update (EFCBA - Face Coverings)
- Review of proposed ACAB - Harassment policy update due to new Title IX regulations
- Proposed updates to policies on homeless students (JFABD) and community use of school facilities (KF, KF-R)
- Proposed new policies on remote learning (IHBHE) and staff personal security and safety (GBGB)
- Approval of meeting minutes from March 9, 2020
NRSD School Committee
This August 10, 2020 meeting of the Narragansett Regional School District School Committee was cancelled after a vote at the August 6 meeting made it unnecessary. The agenda had included items such as approving bills and payroll, public input, school re-opening plans, and an executive session on collective bargaining. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at 5:00pm via Zoom.
- Meeting cancelled; vote taken at 8/6/2020 meeting
- Agenda included bills & payroll approval
- School re-opening plans were on the agenda
- Executive session planned for collective bargaining strategy
- Next meeting: August 19, 2020, 5:00pm via Zoom
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee will meet virtually to discuss ongoing school re-opening plans and receive updates from the Superintendent. The committee also intends to review bills and payroll warrants.
- Discussion of school re-opening plans
- Approval of bills and payroll warrants
- Executive session regarding collective bargaining or litigation strategy with NDEA and/or UFCW
- Superintendent updates and information
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee's Long Term Planning Subcommittee is meeting virtually to discuss ongoing business, including an update on the Regional Agreement Amendment Committee and new business on shared services opportunities. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and setting the FY21 meeting schedule. This is a planning subcommittee meeting, so no major decisions are expected beyond routine approvals.
- Approval of meeting minutes from January 13, March 9, and May 29, 2020
- Update from the Regional Agreement Amendment Committee
- Discussion of shared services opportunities
- FY21 meeting schedule listed (e.g., Aug 17, Sep 21, Oct 19, 2020)
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will meet virtually on July 29, 2020, to discuss and potentially vote on school re-opening plans, review the superintendent's mid-cycle assessment, and receive updates on the Regional Agreement Amendment Committee. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes and bills, public input, and an executive session for collective bargaining strategy.
- Discussion and possible votes on School Re-Opening Plans
- Superintendent Formative (mid-cycle) Assessment
- Business Manager's Report
- Regional Agreement Amendment Committee updates
- Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with NDEA and/or UFCW
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee is meeting virtually to discuss school reopening plans, the superintendent's mid-cycle assessment, and a regional agreement amendment regarding the MARS contract. They will also vote on routine items like minutes and bills, and enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the NDEA and UFCW.
- Discussion of School Re-Opening Plans
- Discussion of Regional Agreement Amendment Committee - MARS Contract
- Superintendent Formative (mid-cycle) Assessment
- Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with NDEA and/or UFCW
- Approval of bills and payroll warrants
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee is meeting virtually to consider a memorandum of understanding with the UFCW union and to approve appointments and positions for fiscal year 2021. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the UFCW, followed by open session actions. The agenda is subject to change.
- Executive session to discuss strategy with UFCW collective bargaining or litigation
- Motion to approve MOU for UFCW contract
- Motion to approve FY21 appointments/positions on recommendation of Superintendent
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will hold a virtual meeting to reorganize for Fiscal Year 2021, including electing officers and appointing delegates. They will also vote on several operational items such as a bus contract amendment, technology leases, budget transfers, and a resolution on COVID-19 state funding. The agenda includes public input and reports from the auditor and business manager.
- Vote to approve amendment to First Student Bus Contract for FY20
- Vote to approve technology leases
- Vote to approve FY20 budget transfer requests
- Vote to approve Bullying Intervention and Prevention Plan
- Vote on resolution for COVID-19 state funding
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee's Academic/Administrative Subcommittee is meeting virtually to discuss the FY20 budget expenses and receipts, the FY21 economic outlook, staffing updates, and the FY20 audit report. The meeting is largely informational, with no major votes scheduled beyond approving minutes and adjourning.
- Approval of June 1, 2020 meeting minutes
- Discussion of FY20 budget expenses and receipts
- Discussion of FY21 budget economic outlook
- Staffing updates
- FY20 audit report review
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee's Academic/Administrative Subcommittee will meet virtually on June 1, 2020, to discuss remote learning plans, the 2020 graduation, FY20 budget expenses/receipts, FY21 budget economic outlook, staffing updates, and the FY20 audit report. The meeting will also consider approving minutes from April and May meetings. This is a discussion and information session, with no major decisions listed.
- Approval of meeting minutes from April 6 and May 4, 2020
- Discussion of Remote Learning Plans
- Discussion of 2020 Graduation
- Discussion of FY20 Budget - Expenses/Receipts
- Discussion of FY21 Budget - Economic Outlook
NRSD School Committee
The Long Term Planning Subcommittee will meet virtually to discuss ongoing business and approve previous minutes. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the Regional Agreement RFP bid opening.
- Approval of February 10, 2020 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Regional Agreement - RFP Bid Opening
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee's Academic/Administrative Subcommittee will meet virtually on May 4, 2020. They will discuss remote learning plans, student engagement, a possible parent/student survey, 2020 graduation, and FY21 budget staffing/consolidation updates. New business includes curriculum materials updates, staffing updates, and the superintendent's interim evaluation. The meeting is held remotely due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.
- Remote Learning Plans discussion
- Student engagement - % reached and actions to increase engagement
- Parent/Student Survey for RLP Effectiveness discussion
- FY21 Budget - Staffing/Consolidation Plan updates
- Superintendent Interim Evaluation - June 2020
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will hold a virtual meeting on April 29, 2020, starting with an executive session for collective bargaining strategy with the NDEA. In regular session, they will discuss and potentially vote on the FY20 budget, FY21 budget update, School Choice for FY21, and the 2020-2021 school calendar. They will also consider approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the NDEA.
- Vote on School Choice for FY21
- Vote on 2020-2021 school calendar
- Discussion of FY20 budget and FY21 budget update
- Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with NDEA
- Approval of bills and payroll warrants
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee is holding a virtual finance meeting to discuss the status, issues, and concerns of the FY20 budget. The meeting is conducted remotely due to the COVID-19 state of emergency, with a recording to be posted on the district website. No votes are listed on the agenda except for adjournment.
- Discussion of FY20 budget status, issues, and concerns
- Virtual meeting format due to COVID-19, recording on district website
- Scheduling of upcoming Budget/Finance Subcommittee meetings
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will hold a virtual meeting on April 15, 2020, to discuss and vote on several items, including changes to the AP course policy, approval of the 2020-2021 Program of Studies, and the FY21 budget update. They will also consider allowing Phillipston students at Templeton Elementary to exceed the 10% out-of-town enrollment threshold, and vote on School Choice for FY21. The meeting is conducted remotely due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.
- Vote to remove the $20 AP exam fee and transcript designation language from the 2019-2020 Program of Studies
- Vote to approve the 2020-2021 Program of Studies
- Vote to allow Phillipston students at Templeton Elementary to exceed 10% of resident student population
- Vote on School Choice for FY21
- Vote to accept donations for Food Services program
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee's Academic/Administrative Subcommittee will meet virtually on April 6, 2020. The agenda includes approving February meeting minutes, discussing the Program of Studies, and reviewing the impacts of the coronavirus on academic programs and administrative matters. This is a routine meeting with no major decisions listed.
- Approval of February 3, 2020 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Program of Studies
- Discussion of coronavirus impacts on academic programs and administrative matters
- Next meeting scheduled for May 4, 2020 at 9:00am
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will hold a virtual meeting on March 25, 2020, due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. The committee will vote on the FY21 budget, including estimated Chapter 70 aid of $9,990,564 and total estimated income of $11,173,775, and will also vote on the Student Opportunity Act plans, a facilitator for the Regional Agreement Amendment, and multiple policy readings. The agenda includes a coronavirus update, the FY21 school calendar, and school choice for FY21.
- Vote to certify FY21 budget amount and assessments to Templeton and Phillipston
- Vote on FY21 estimated income including Chapter 70 aid of $9,990,564 and total of $11,173,775
- Vote to approve Student Opportunity Act plans
- First reading of policies including new School Choice (JFBB) and Media Relations (KDD) policies
- Second reading and adoption of policies including Educational Equity (JBB) and Public Participation (BEDH)
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee is holding a finance meeting to discuss the FY21 budget proposals. The agenda includes approval of the February 12, 2020 meeting minutes and scheduling of future budget/finance subcommittee meetings. No votes on the budget are listed; it is for discussion and information only.
- Approval of meeting minutes from February 12, 2020
- Discussion of FY21 budget proposals
- Scheduling of upcoming budget/finance subcommittee meetings
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District's Long Term Planning Subcommittee will meet to discuss ongoing business items including financial projections, district organization and capacity, the regional agreement, and the strategic plan. The meeting will also consider approving the minutes from the February 10, 2020 meeting. No public appearances are scheduled.
- Approval of February 10, 2020 meeting minutes
- Discussion of financial projections
- Discussion of district organization and capacity
- Discussion of regional agreement
- Discussion of strategic plan
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will hold a public budget hearing for the FY21 budget, including a presentation and public input, followed by votes to certify the budget amount, estimated income, and assessments for Templeton and Phillipston. The agenda notes that the Rule of Necessity may be invoked to allow members receiving retiree health insurance benefits to vote on the budget. The meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2020, at 6:00pm in the KIVA.
- Public hearing on FY21 budget with presentation and public input
- Vote to certify FY21 budget amount (amount not specified)
- Vote on FY21 estimated income based on Chapter 70 and 71 Aid from Governor's House I Budget
- Vote on FY21 assessments for Templeton and Phillipston (amounts not specified)
- Possible invocation of Rule of Necessity for voting on budget
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District's Academic/Administrative Subcommittee will meet on March 2, 2020, to approve minutes from February 3, discuss the Program of Studies, and review FY21 budget impacts. The agenda is routine, with no votes listed beyond the minutes approval and adjournment.
- Approval of February 3, 2020 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Program of Studies
- FY21 Budget Impacts discussion
- Next meeting scheduled for April 6, 2020 at 9:00am
NRSD School Committee
This meeting was rescheduled to March 4, 2020, so the agenda items listed are for that future date. The committee will hold a budget hearing for the FY21 budget, including a presentation and public input, followed by votes on certifying the budget, estimated income, and assessments to Templeton and Phillipston. The agenda is procedural and contains no dollar amounts or final decisions.
- FY21 Budget Certification Vote (amount blank)
- FY21 Estimated Income Vote based on Chapter 70/71 Aid from Governor's House I Budget
- FY21 Assessment Vote for Templeton (amount blank)
- FY21 Assessment Vote for Phillipston (amount blank)
- Rule of Necessity discussion for retiree health insurance voting
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will hold its regular meeting on February 12, 2020, at 6:00 PM in the KIVA at 464 Baldwinville Road, Baldwinville, MA. The agenda includes votes on the FY21 budget, a busing contract, an out-of-state field trip for Grade 7, surplus items, a regional agreement update, foster care transportation reimbursement, and co-op/Unified Sports arrangements. The committee will also discuss the FY21 school calendar, Student Opportunity Act plans, and policy updates, and will enter executive session for collective bargaining strategy.
- Vote on FY21 budget (discussion item, no amount specified)
- Vote to approve busing contract (contract details blank)
- Vote to approve out-of-state field trip for Grade 7 to The Ecology School in Maine
- Vote to initiate review and amending of Regional Agreement, authorize RFP
- Vote to approve MOU for foster care transportation reimbursement (Title IV-E, ~20% reimbursement)
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee's Warrant Subcommittee is meeting to approve meeting minutes from January 14, 2020, and to approve current warrants (payments). The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of meeting minutes from January 14, 2020
- Approval of current warrants as presented
- Discussion of other business
- Next meeting scheduled for March 11, 2020
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District Long Term Planning Subcommittee will meet on Monday, February 10, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. at the Central Office, 462 Baldwinville Road, Baldwinville, MA. The agenda includes approval of minutes from November 12, 2019, and January 13, 2020, and discussions on financial projections, district organization and capacity, the regional agreement, and the strategic plan. No appearances are scheduled, and the next meeting is set for March 9, 2020.
- Approval of meeting minutes from November 12, 2019, and January 13, 2020
- Discussion on financial projections
- Discussion on district organization and capacity
- Discussion on regional agreement
- Discussion on strategic plan
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District Academic/Administrative Subcommittee will meet to discuss the ACE program, the Program of Studies, and budget impacts for both FY20 and FY21. The agenda is mostly discussion and information items, with votes only on approving prior meeting minutes and adjournment.
- Approval of January 6, 2020 meeting minutes
- ACE Program update (discussion)
- Program of Studies (discussion)
- FY20 budget impacts (discussion)
- FY21 budget impacts (discussion)
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee's Finance Committee will meet to discuss the FY20 budget update and FY21 budget proposals. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling of future budget hearings. No votes on budget amounts are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of meeting minutes from January 22, 2020
- FY20 Budget Update discussion
- FY21 Budget Proposals discussion
- Next meeting: February 4, 2020 at 6:30pm in the KIVA for FY21 Budget Informational Hearing
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee is holding a finance meeting to discuss the current fiscal year 2020 budget and proposals for fiscal year 2021. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and scheduling of future budget subcommittee meetings. No votes on budget amounts are listed; the items are for discussion and information.
- Approval of meeting minutes from January 14, 2020
- FY20 Budget Update (discussion)
- FY21 Budget Proposals (discussion)
- Next budget subcommittee meeting scheduled for January 30, 2020 at 5:00 PM
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee's UFCW Negotiations Subcommittee is meeting to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining or litigation with the UFCW union. The meeting will enter executive session and will not return to open session, meaning no public discussion or votes on the substance are expected.
- Executive session under MGL c.30A sec.21(a) Reason #3 for collective bargaining strategy
- No return to open session after executive session
- Meeting at Central Office, 464 Baldwinville Road, Baldwinville, MA
NRSD School Committee
The NRSD School Committee Warrant Subcommittee is meeting to approve meeting minutes and current warrants, and to discuss other business. The next meeting is scheduled for February 12, 2020. This is largely a routine administrative meeting.
- Approval of meeting minutes
- Approval of current warrants (January 14, 2020 Warrant.pdf, 89 KB)
- Discussion of other business
- Next meeting scheduled for February 12, 2020
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee will hold a regular meeting on January 14, 2020, at Phillipston Memorial Elementary School. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and bills, a vote on an 8th grade out-of-state field trip to Washington DC, a vote on surplus items, and policy readings. The committee will also discuss school improvement plans, superintendent goals, and enter executive session for collective bargaining strategy.
- Approve 8th grade field trip to Washington DC, May 19-22, 2020
- Vote to surplus items as presented
- First reading and vote on policies: JJF (Student Activities Funds), BEDL (Remote Participation), BEDL-R (Remote Participation Procedures)
- Approve minutes from November 13, December 4, and December 11, 2019 meetings
- Accept bills and payroll warrants as presented
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District School Committee held a finance meeting on January 14, 2020, at Phillipston Memorial Elementary School. The agenda included approval of December 11, 2019 meeting minutes, an update on the FY20 budget, and discussion of FY21 budget proposals. The meeting also scheduled future budget/finance subcommittee meetings, including a budget hearing on February 26 and a budget vote on March 4, 2020.
- Approval of meeting minutes from December 11, 2019
- FY20 Budget Update (discussion)
- FY21 Budget Proposals (discussion)
- Upcoming meetings: January 27, 2020 Tri-Board Meeting; February 26, 2020 Budget Hearing; March 4, 2020 Budget Vote
NRSD School Committee
The Narragansett Regional School District Facility Subcommittee met to discuss ongoing grounds and facilities updates. No new business was listed at the time of posting. The agenda consisted primarily of procedural items and informational discussions.
- Grounds Update discussion
- Facilities Update discussion