Mr. Chappelle called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. and the pledge of allegiance was recited. 

Mr. Chappelle said that a quorum of the Board was not present so items on the agenda requiring a vote would be addressed later in the meeting. The arrival of another Board member was anticipated. 

Mr. Jackson said that James E. LaPosta, Jr. AIA, Principal and Senior Vice President from Jeter, Cook & Jepson Architects, Inc., was unable to attend tonight’s meeting to make two presentations but extended his congratulations and thanks to the Board of Education. The first award was the Crow Island School Award from American School and University Magazine. Snow School received the top award in the annual Educational Interiors Competition, and a $1,000 scholarship went with the award. The scholarship was presented to Sarah Selner, Grade 12, at the Superintendent’s Student Recognition Award Luncheon in May. The second award was the Citation for Design from the American Association of School Administrators. This was a national competition and selections were made by a jury of architects and school administrators. Snow School Principal, Dr. Gene P. Nocera, was given the two plaques representing the above-mentioned awards for design excellence.

1. Building Projects

a. Bielefield School 
Mr. Jackson reported that the project is progressing well and demolition is beginning in new areas not previously renovated. The contractor is still saying that the project would be substantially complete by August 23^rd. Ms. Weiss asked what was budgeted for books and how it fitted into the project budget. Mr. Jackson said they committee was meeting Thursday, June 22^nd, and he would have information available for the next Board meeting. He also said that no funds were specifically budgeted for this item; however, purchases of this nature are usually made from contingency funds. 
2. 2000 Spring Athletics/Activities Report

Director of Athletics and Student Activities Henry Koritkoski spoke briefly reviewed the 2000 Spring Athletics/Activities Report. Ms. Weiss asked about the decrease in student participation. Mr. Koritkoski said if it is in athletics, it is because students have so much going on they can’t make a commitment five or six days a week to an athletic program. Mr. Chappelle thanked Mr. Koritkoski and observed that some athletic events are not supported as well as others. Mr. Koritkoski said that a 3:30 p.m. starting time for some events makes it difficult for working parents. 
3. School Improvement Plans

At the June 6, 2000 Board of Education meeting it was recommended that the School Improvement Plans be discussed at the June 20, 2000 Board of Education meeting. Each year the eleven (11) schools are required to develop School Improvement Plans. All plans must include goals that address student Achievement, The Diversity Enhancement Plan, and Teacher Evaluation. Mr. Chappelle asked each principal to highlight an event at their school that was significant. After discussing this item, the Board reiterated the need to include measurable outcome data. 
4. High School Committee

Ms. Parmelee-Blancato provided the Board with an Executive Summary Report. Ms. Wisnieski asked if any changes would be decided this summer. Ms. Parmelee-Blancato said only the only modifications would be converting larger rooms at the school into smaller classrooms to keep class sizes down. Mr. Duggan asked about the timeline for this project. Ms. Parmelee-Blancato said the committee anticipates coming to the Board with a strong recommendation by March 2001. Ms. Wisnieski mentioned the overcrowded hallways that make if very difficult for students to get to class on time. She also asked if the meetings were open to the public. Ms. Parmelee-Blancato said yes.

No action was taken on the following agenda items because a quorum of the Board was not present: Minutes from the June 6, 200 regular meeting; Personnel Action; Vo. Ag. Equipment Grant Approval; Board Representative to ACES Governing Board, and Comprehensive School Reform Demonstration Grant. The Board was also unable to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss the Superintendent’s Contract and other Personnel Matters. 

Ms. Parmelee-Blancato informed the Board that she appointed Middletown High School (MHS) Vice Principal Robert Fontaine to the position of Interim Principal at MHS effective Monday, June 26, 2000. Mr. Fontaine replaces MHS Principal Dr. Robert E. Kozaczka who resigned to assume the position of Superintendent of Schools in East Granby, CT. 

At this time, the Board extended their good wishes to Dr. Kozaczka in his new position. 

Mr. Chappelle mentioned the need to hold another meeting to address the items they were unable to vote on due to lack of a quorum. Wednesday, June 28, 2000 was suggested as a tentative date.

Time: 8:24 p.m.