The special education coordinator can be partially funded through Medicaid funds from the state. Improving communication through our family school community partnership, board newsletter and board member outreach. Board goals for facilities were discussed regarding monitoring referendum projects, beginning the Enfield High Library Project and working with the Town Council to maximize recreational space. Mr. Thomson thanked everyone. Mr. Osborn stated the format for Board Meetings allow residents to signup to address the board and talk for 3-minutes.
Residents also have the option to signup to be placed on the board agenda.
Mr. Tkacz replied that the 3-minute policy does not always work and feels the time limits are detrimental. Renovations will help us down the road. Mr. Hilinski replied that we have full day kindergarten in some schools and have added a few teachers where space was available, like a primary teacher at Parkman. We are doing it here and there when possible. Mr. Thomson added that Art and Music have been taken out of classrooms and placed on moveable carts and extra teachers have been added to reduce class sizes.