Morris School Council
The Massachusetts Education Reform Act of 1993 established School Councils in each school in the Commonwealth. The Morris School School Council normally has nine members (4 parents, 3 teachers, 1 community representative, and the elementary principal). The Council meets once a month to assist the principal in (1) adopting educational goals for the school that are consistent with local educational policies and statewide student performance standards, (2) identifying the educational needs of students attending the school, (3) reviewing the annual school building budget, and (4) formulating a school improvement plan. Whenever there is an opening on the Council, parents will be notified and may express an interest to be a member. All School Council meetings are posted at the Town Hall and are open to the public.
2011 - 2012 School Council Minutes and Agenda
Morris School Council
September 27, 2011
MINUTES
Members Present: Sharon Kennedy, Cynthia Schwartz, Lou Senecal, Karen Labanaro, Jen Sacon, Liz Weibrecht
- Membership: Mr. Lee led a discussion on the council’s membership. He shared that with Mrs. Wichler stepping down from the Council and Mrs. Edelman retiring, the Council would benefit from having two more staff members and two new parent participants. Staff representatives were asked to get the word out to interested Morris staff and the newsletter would put the word out to the public.
- Duties and Responsibilities of School Councils: Mr. Lee reviewed information from the state department of education that explained the charge of the council.
- Review of Previous Year’s SIP: Mr. Lee led a discussion and review of the 2010-2011 school improvement plan. Most of the target goals were achieved or substantial progress was made in achieving goals. The exception was in the area of student wellness. This goal will be continued into this school year.
- Preliminary discussion of 2011-2012 SIP Goals: Mr. Lee shared data from school performance on 2011 MCAS and suggested that Math and Writing be identified as areas for improvement for 2011-2012. It was also suggested that the school keep in the forefront the topic of positive school climate. Mr. Lee suggested continuing the topic of student wellness and the Council began specific and attainable goals that could be accomplished (Wellness weeks, School lunch menu consult by a nutritionist, instructional activities that emphasize healthy choices.
- Adjourned at 8:00
October 18, 2011
AGENDA
- Membership Check-in
- Discussion of Draft School Improvement Plan for 2011-2012
- New Business
- Council Meeting Schedule 2011-2012