MINUTES

POLICY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE

January 11, 2010

The Policy and Community Engagement Committee of the Board of Education of the School District of Jefferson met on Monday, January 11, 2010 in the High School Library. Chairperson Thompson called the meeting to order at 6:50 p.m. with Committee members Buth and Pupanek present.

Approval of November 9, 2009 Committee Minutes: A motion to approve the 11/09/09 minutes of the Policy and Community Engagement Committee as presented was made by Mrs. Pupanek, seconded by Mr. Buth. The motion passed on a unanimous voice vote.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT TOPICS:

Review/Discussion of Delegate Assembly Resolutions: Board members provided final clarification to Dr. Stoner in anticipation of the January 20-22 Joint State Education Convention. There was a brief discussion on Resolution 10-10 which supports legislation requiring school district employees to contribute a percentage of their health insurance premium costs.

Update on School Board Candidates for April 2010 Election: Mr. Swartz noted that following individuals have completed their candidacy paperwork for the April 2010 election:

Area 3 – One (1) Elector Representing the Towns of Concord, Sullivan and the Village of Sullivan

Norman Stoner

W2031 Hwy Y

Helenville, WI 53137

Area 4 – Two (2) Electors Representing the District at Large

Timothy S. Gac David Hollenberger Nicole Pupanek

417 E. Church Street W5486 River Hill Drive 1115 Wenzel Court

Jefferson, WI 53549 Johnson Creek, WI 53038 Jefferson, WI 53549

POLICY DEVELOPMENT TOPIC:

First Reading of Proposed New Board Policy IE – Elementary Class Size: The committee reviewed a proposed policy that has been discussed and reviewed by the Elementary Class Size Task Force. The discussion was lively and included many concerns:

Is a written policy necessary?

Recommended class size numbers as listed in the guidelines seem too high

This policy is an answer to many parents’ concerns

As written, it is not clear who creates the action plan

The committee agreed to send this policy back to the Elementary class Size Task Force to determine if the language as written is what was intended and to clarify the intent of the guidelines.

Discussion of Possible Topics for Future Meetings

District ‘eagle’ logo

Marketing plan

Public relations plan and cable channel use

Expulsion policies and guidelines review

A motion to adjourn was made by Mrs. Pupanek, seconded by Mr. Buth. The motion passed on a voice vote.

ADJOURNMENT: 7:30 p.m.

BOARD OF EDUCATION

Secretary, Pati Fitzgerald