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NEPN/NSBA Code:  EBCC BOMB THREATS The Board recognizes that bomb threats are a significant concern to M.S.A.D. #60. Whether real and carried out or intended as a prank or for some other purpose, a bomb threat represents a potential danger to the safety and welfare of students and staff and to the integrity of school property.  Bomb threats disrupt the instructional program and learning environment and also place significant demands on school financial resources and public safety services. These effects occur even when such threats prove to be false. Any bomb threat will be regarded as an extremely serious matter and be treated accordingly.  The Board directs the Superintendent to react promptly and appropriately to information concerning bomb threats and to initiate or recommend suitable disciplinary action. A. Conduct Prohibited No person shall make, or communicate by any means, whether verbal or non-verbal, a threat that a bomb has been, or will be, placed on school premises.  Because of the potential for evacuation of the schools and other disruption of school operations, placement of a bomb or of a “look-alike” bomb on school premises will be considered a threat for the purpose of this policy. B. Definitions 1. A “bomb” means an explosive, incendiary or poison gas bomb, grenade, rocket, missile, mine, “Molotov cocktail” or other destructive device. 2. A “look-alike bomb” means any apparatus or object that conveys the appearance of a bomb or other destructive device. 3. A “bomb threat” is the communication, by any means, whether verbal or nonverbal, that a bomb has been, or will be, placed on school premises, including possession or placement of a bomb or look-alike bomb on school premises. 4. “School premises” means any school property and any location where any school activities may take place. C. Development of Bomb Threat Procedures The Superintendent/designee shall be responsible for developing and implementing procedures specific to bomb threats as part of M.S.A.D. #60’s Crisis Response Plan.  These procedures are intended to inform administrators and staff of appropriate protocols to follow in the event that a bomb threat is received and should include provisions to address: 1. Threat assessment (for the purpose of identifying a response that is in proportion to the threat, in light of what is necessary to ensure safety); 2. Building evacuation and reentry (including selection of potential alternative sites for those who are evacuated); 3. Incident “command and control” (who is in charge, and when); 4. Communications contacts and mandatory bomb threat reporting; 5. Parent notification process; 6. Training for staff members; and 7. Support services for students and staff. The initial bomb threat procedure will be subject to approval by the Board. The Superintendent/designee will be responsible for overseeing a review or evaluation of bomb threat procedures prior to the Board’s required annual approval of the school unit’s Crisis Response Plan, or following implementation of the procedure in response to a specific threat. D. Reporting of Bomb Threats A student who learns of a bomb threat, the intention of a bomb threat, or the existence of a bomb on school premises must immediately report such information to the building principal, teacher, the School Resource Officer or other employee in a position of authority. An employee of M.S.A.D. #60 who learns of a bomb threat, or the intention to make a bomb threat, shall immediately inform the building administrator.  The building administrator shall immediately take appropriate steps to protect the safety of students and staff in accordance with the school unit’s bomb threat procedure, as developed under Section C, and inform the Superintendent of the threat. All bomb threats shall be reported immediately to the local law enforcement authority, as provided in the bomb threat procedures. The Superintendent shall be responsible for reporting any bomb threat to the Department of Education within two business days of the incident.  Reports will include the name of the school, the date and time of the threat, the medium used to communicate the threat, and whether or not the perpetrators have been apprehended. E.  Student Disciplinary Consequences Making a bomb threat is a crime under Maine law.  Any student suspected of making, intending to make or participating in a bomb threat shall be reported to law enforcement authorities for investigation and possible prosecution. Apart from any penalty imposed by law, and without regard to the existence or status of criminal charges, a student who makes a bomb threat shall be subject to disciplinary action by the school. The administration may suspend and/or recommend for expulsion any student who violates this policy.  Such violation will be considered deliberately disobedient and deliberately disorderly within the meaning of 20-A M.R.S.A. subsection 1001(9) and will be grounds for expulsion if found necessary for the peace and usefulness of the school. In addition, a student who is found after hearing by the Board to have brought a bomb to school, shall be expelled from school for at least one year in accordance with 20-A M.R.S.A. §1001(9-A) and Policy JICIA, except that the Superintendent may modify the requirement for expulsion based on individual circumstances. A student who has been identified through the IEP process as having a disability and whose conduct in violation of this policy is related to the disability shall be disciplined as provided in Policy JKF. F. Aiding Other Students in Making Bomb Threats A student who knowingly encourages, causes, aids or assists another student in making or communicating a bomb threat shall be subject to the disciplinary consequences described in Section E of this Policy. G. Failure to Report a Bomb Threat A student who fails to report information or knowledge of a bomb threat or the existence of a bomb or other destructive device in a school building or on school property may be subject to disciplinary consequences, which may include suspension and/or expulsion. H. Staff Disciplinary Consequences An M.S.A.D. #60 employee who makes or communicates a bomb threat will be reported to appropriate law enforcement authorities and will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. Disciplinary action taken shall be consistent with collective bargaining agreements, other employment agreements and Board policies. An M.S.A.D. #60 employee who fails to report information or knowledge of a bomb threat or the existence of a bomb on school premises will be subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment. I. Civil Liability M.S.A.D. #60 reserves the right to bring suit against any individual responsible for a violation of this policy and to seek restitution and other damages as permitted by law. J. Lost Instructional Time Instructional time lost as a result of a bomb threat will be rescheduled at the earliest appropriate (or practicable) opportunity, as determined by the Board. Time lost may be rescheduled on a weekend or vacation day, or after what would normally be the last day of the school year, except on days when schools must be closed as required by law. K. Notification Through Student Handbooks All student handbooks shall address M.S.A.D. #60’s bomb threat policy and procedures and explain the educational consequences of bomb threats.  In addition, student handbooks shall notify students and parents that bomb threats violate board policy and civil and criminal law. Legal References: 18 U.S.C. §921; 8921 17-A M.R.S.A. § 210 20-A M.R.S.A.§ 263; 1001(9); 1001(9-A); 1001(17); 1001(18) Cross References: EBCA – Crisis Response Plan JKD - Suspension of Students JKE – Expulsion of Students JKF – Suspension/Expulsion of Students with Disabilities JICIA – Weapons, Violence and School Safety Adopted: September 22, 2005 Revised: December 5, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  EBCA CRISIS RESPONSE PLAN The School Board hereby adopts the MSAD #60 Crisis Response Plan. The Superintendent and building administrators shall be responsible for ensuring that the plan is implemented in each school and evaluated annually.  It is understood that specific procedures may vary from school to school due to differences in school facilities and the ages of students. Any substantive changes in the plan shall be subject to the approval of the Superintendent. Adopted: October 19, 2000 Revised: November 7, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DN SCHOOL PROPERTIES DISPOSITION The Superintendent is authorized to determine, through procedures he/she develops, when personal property (supplies, materials, equipment), as distinguished from real property, is obsolete or no longer of use to the school unit and to declare it surplus. The Board is to be informed of any property declared surplus by the Superintendent prior to its disposal. Procedures for disposal of all surplus personal property shall be in accordance with the following: A. All member municipalities are to be informed in writing of property declared surplus and are to have first option to purchase.  The charges for municipal purchases shall be determined by the Superintendent after consultation with the Board. B. Surplus property, including books, to be offered for sale shall be disposed of by sealed bid, public auction, or public sale.  Public notice of any sale of surplus property shall be given at least one week in advance of an auction, sale or opening of sealed bids. C. Library books, textbooks and instructional materials are to be disposed of by a means most likely to offer promise of continuing educational benefit, first to citizens of the school unit, then to others. D. Any surplus property which is offered for sale and is not sold may be disposed of in a manner deemed advisable by the superintendent, including donation to non-profit agencies. E. Any property determined to be worthless, or for any reason is considered to be inappropriate for sale, shall be disposed of in a manner the Superintendent deems appropriate after so informing the Board, with recycling as a priority where feasible. F. Any school unit identification that has been applied to the surplus property shall be removed or, if not possible to remove, be further identified to indicate the intended disposition and surplus nature (i.e., “SOLD BY”, “SURPLUS”). All revenues which result from the sale of surplus property shall be credited as miscellaneous income except in any instance where law requires that it be credited to a specific account. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA §7 Adopted: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 20, 2013 Revised: June 18, 2015

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DJH PURCHASING AND CONTRACTING: PROCUREMENT STAFF CODE OF CONDUCT Conflict of Interest All employees of MSAD #60 shall perform their duties in a manner free from conflict of interest to ensure that the school unit’s business transactions are made in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and in a manner that maintains public confidence in the schools. No employee of MSAD #60 shall participate in the selection, award or administration of a contract supported by federal funds or in any other transaction in which the school unit is a party if he/she has a real or apparent conflict of interest in the transaction. A conflict of interest would arise when the employee or any member of his/her immediate family, his/her (business) partner, or an organization that employs or is about to employ any of these parties has a financial or other interest in the firm selected for the award. For the purpose of this policy, “immediate family” is defined as spouse, brother, sister, parent, son or daughter. Conflict of Interest Disclosure All employees with real or apparent conflicts of interest as defined above must disclose the conflict of interest to the Superintendent who will investigate the circumstances of the proposed transaction.  The Superintendent will exercise due diligence in investigating the circumstances of the transaction and, if necessary, will make reasonable efforts to find alternatives to the proposed transaction or arrangement that would not give rise to a conflict of interest.  If the Superintendent determines that the proposed transaction is in the best interest of MSAD #60 and is fair and reasonable, he/she may proceed with the transaction. In the event that the Superintendent may have a conflict of interest, an ad hoc subcommittee of the Board will investigate and make a determination regarding the transaction. Staff Gifts and Solicitations MSAD #60 employees are prohibited from accepting money or things of material value from persons or entities doing business with, or desiring to do business with, the school unit.  Employees may accept unsolicited items of nominal value such as those that are generally distributed by a company or organization through its public relations program. Employees of MSAD #60 who violate this code of conduct may be subject to discipline, up to and including termination of employment and, if appropriate, referral to law enforcement. Dispute Resolutions A bidder or respondent to a request for a proposal (RFP) may protest a procurement or contract award if he/she believes that it was made in a manner inconsistent with Board policy, specifications, or law or regulations.  A protest must be submitted to the Superintendent in writing within five business days after receipt of notification of the award being made, with all documents supporting the protest. The Superintendent shall review the protest and supporting documents and render a decision in writing within 20 business days of receipt of the protest. The Superintendent may also convene a meeting with the bidder or respondent to attempt to resolve the problem. If the bidder or respondent is not satisfied with the Superintendent’s decision, he/she may appeal to the Board.  The Superintendent will provide reasonable notice to the bidder or respondent of the time for the Board’s consideration of the protest. The Board’s decision shall be final. Legal Reference:   34 CFR 74.40-74.48; 80.36 (Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) Commissioner’s Administrative Letter No. 6, June 18, 2006 (Fiscal Compliance) Cross Reference:  BCB - Board Member Conflict of Interest DJ - Bidding/Purchasing Requirements GBI - Staff Gifts and Solicitations KCD - Public Gifts/Donations to the Schools Revised:   October 13, 2016

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DGA AUTHORIZED SIGNATURES The Superintendent shall be authorized to sign all school unit checks. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 20, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DFA REVENUES FROM INVESTMENT The Superintendent shall have authority to invest district funds. Adopted:  March 12, 1987 Revised:   October 19, 2000 Revised:  June 20, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DBG BUDGET ADOPTION PROCESS Adoption of the annual budget is to be accomplished prior to June 30 for the fiscal year beginning July 1.  The Superintendent shall be responsible for developing a complete calendar of budget process deadlines. The budget shall include, in addition to operating expenses and expected income for the ensuing year, the sums required for meeting bonds falling due, interest on the bonds and on other obligations, rentals and other fixed charges.  These proposals shall be thoroughly explained and voters shall be given an opportunity to be heard. Only those amounts pertaining to operating expenses, reserve or contingency funds, or capital outlay expenditures shall be subject to change by the voters. Legal Reference:  20-A MRSA §§ 1304 et seq., 15617 et seq. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 20, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DB ANNUAL BUDGET The Board recognizes that financial resources and the proper management of same are fundamental to the support of school programs and operations.  With this in mind, the Board will develop and present an annual operating budget as directed by applicable laws. The annual budget will be for a 12-month period covering the fiscal year July 1 through June 30. The Board shall designate the Superintendent as its budget officer, but he/she may delegate portions of such responsibility as appropriate.  The three general areas of responsibility of the budget officer are budget preparation, budget presentation and budget administration. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA §1301 20-A MRSA § 15617 et seq. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 20, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DA FISCAL MANAGEMENT GOALS/PRIORITY OBJECTIVES The Board recognizes that money and money management comprise the foundational support of the whole school program.  To make that support as effective as possible the Board intends: A. To encourage advance planning through the best possible budget procedures; B. To explore all practical and legal sources of dollar income; C. To guide the expenditure of funds so as to achieve the greatest educational returns; D. To require maximum efficiency in accounting and reporting procedures; and E. To maintain a level of per student expenditure needed to provide high quality education. As trustee of local, state and federal funds allocated for use in education, the Board has the responsibility to protect the funds and to use them wisely. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 20, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  CB SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT A primary function of the Board of Directors is to select a Superintendent of Schools.  To select a Superintendent, a majority vote of all members of the Board shall be required.  The Board may award a contract of up to five years in accordance with the laws of the State of Maine. The Superintendent shall be executive officer of the Board.  In addition, under Maine statutes he/she shall serve as secretary ex officio to the Board.  He/she shall attend all meetings and have the right to speak on all subjects, but shall have no vote. The Superintendent shall administer and supervise the public educational system of the town.  He/she shall have discretionary authority, subject to later approval by the Board, to act upon all emergency matters and those as to which his/her power and duties are not specifically set forth or limited. The Superintendent shall devote his/her entire working time to the duties of the position.  He/she may, without violation of the provisions of this section, perform educational functions outside the town with the approval of the Commissioner of Education and the Board. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA § 1001, 1053 Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 6, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  CA ADMINISTRATIVE GOALS The administration of the schools is responsible, within the guidelines established by Board policy, for directing the school programs and supporting staff and students to meet the school unit’s educational goals. The Board shall rely on its chief executive officer, the Superintendent, to provide the professional leadership for the administration. Administrative organization is designed with all schools as part of a single school unit subject to Board policies implemented through the Superintendent.  All administrators are expected to administer their school or area of responsibility in accordance with Board policy and administrative procedures. However, the mere execution of directives is not construed as effective administration.  Vision, initiative, resourcefulness, leadership, and consideration and concern for staff members, students and parents are essential to effective administration of the schools. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 6, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BGF SUSPENSION OF POLICY In the event of unusual circumstances, any section or sections of Board policies, including its own operating procedures, may be suspended by a majority vote of Board members present at any regular or special meeting.  This does not apply to any section of a Board policy which is established by law, regulation or contract. Adopted: October 19, 2000 Revised:          May 16, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BG-R POLICY ADOPTION PROCEDURE The following procedure shall be used to adopt, review, revise or delete Board policies: A. Individual Board members, the Superintendent, and other school staff and interested parties should submit policy suggestions and concerns to the Superintendent. B. The Board and Superintendent shall review and research each suggestion in accordance with Board policies and prepare draft policies as appropriate.  Under normal circumstances, policies will be considered in a two-reading process. C. At an appropriate stage in the process, the Board shall contact the representative teacher organization to meet and consult regarding any proposed new or changed educational policy. To the fullest extent practical, the Board shall also discuss the proposal with other groups affected by the policy. D. A new policy, revision, or deletion of a policy shall be placed on the agenda of a regular Board meeting (first reading).  Board members shall receive the policy and recommendations in advance of the meeting date. Discussion may take place on the substance of the policy.  Any changes to the policy agreed to by consensus or formally adopted amendment shall be made prior to the second reading. E. At the next regular meeting, the policy shall be placed on the agenda for second reading and action. Amendments may be introduced and acted upon. If the main motion does not pass by a majority vote of the full Board, the process for that policy is ended unless further consideration of the policy is tabled to a specific date. F. Immediately upon approval, policies/revisions/deletions shall be disseminated.  Policies deleted and changed shall be recalled. The Superintendent/designee shall ensure that all policy manuals are kept up-to-date. Legal Reference: 26 MRSA § 965.1,C Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: May 16, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BG BOARD POLICY PROCESS The Board of Directors considers policy development its chief function. It is the intent of the Board to develop written policies to serve as the framework for the successful and efficient functioning of the school unit. The Board accepts the definition of policy set forth by the National School Boards Association: School Board policies are statements that set forth the purposes and prescribe in general terms the organization and program of a school system. They create a framework within which the Superintendent and the staff can discharge their assigned duties with positive direction. They tell what is wanted. They may also indicate why and how much. Policies should define clearly the goals and objectives of the school system, allow for the flexibility that is vital in day-to-day operations, reflect the board’s vision, define roles and responsibilities (who is supposed to do what), and include measurable outcomes. It is the Board’s intention that its policies serve as sources of information and guidance and direction for people who are interested in or connected with the schools.  All updated policies will be posted on the district website and the complete policy manual shall be available for public inspection at the Superintendent’s Office during regular business hours. The policies of the school unit are framed and are meant to be interpreted in terms of federal and state statutes, rules of the State Board of Education and Department of Education and other regulatory agencies within the local, county, state and federal government.  The policies are also framed and are meant to be interpreted in terms of those educational objectives, procedures and practices which are broadly accepted by leaders and authorities in the public education field. Changes in needs, conditions, purposes and objectives will require revisions, deletions and additions to the policies of the current Board and those of the future.  The Board will welcome suggestions for ongoing policy development. The development of draft policies shall be the responsibility of the Superintendent. Action on Board policy proposals will be taken by the Board. Adopted:  March 12, 1987 Revised:  October 19, 2000 Revised:  May 16, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDG MINUTES The Superintendent, in his/her function as Board Secretary, shall ensure that accurate records are kept of all meetings of the Board. Minutes of all meetings shall be mailed to all Board members, the media and other designated persons with the next regular meeting agenda.  Board minutes are made available for public inspection after Board approval. Legal Reference:  20-A MRSA § 1055 Adopted:  March 12, 1987 Revised:  October 19, 2000 Revised:  May 2, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDF VOTING METHOD Voting shall be by a show of hands with members indicating “yes”, “no”, or “abstain”.  All members’ votes shall be recorded in the minutes. Any Board member can request a roll call vote whenever they deem an issue warrants it.  The Board will honor such a request. The names of the members shall be called and each member shall respond “yes”, “no”, or “abstain”. Maine public officials are obliged to vote openly; thus, secret ballots are not to be used by the Board of Directors. A motion shall be declared carried upon the affirmative vote of the majority of the members present, unless otherwise required by law or Board policy. Adopted:  October 19, 2000 Revised:  September 5, 2002 Revised:  May 2, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDD RULES OF ORDER Except as otherwise provided by law, by regulations of the Department of Education, or by Board policy, Robert’s Rules of Order, Revised (latest edition available) shall be used to resolve procedural uncertainties. Adopted:  March 12, 1987 Revised:   October 19, 2000 Revised:   May 2, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDC QUORUM Unless otherwise required by law or Board policy, a majority of the full membership of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum for purposes of taking action. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA §1257 Adopted:  October 19, 2000 Revised:  May 2, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDB AGENDA PREPARATION AND DISSEMINATION The Superintendent, in cooperation with the Chairperson, shall prepare an agenda for each meeting.  Board members, school staff and members of the public may submit written requests including e-mail that items be placed on the agenda a minimum of two (2) days prior to the meeting.  The request must include supporting documents and information. The Superintendent and Board Chairperson shall make the final decision regarding placement of items on the agenda. Agendas and supporting information will be mailed to each Board member on the Friday prior to the regular Thursday meeting. Copies of the regular meeting agenda and minutes of the previous meeting are delivered to the Assistant Superintendent and each school.  Copies are mailed to the Board’s student representatives, representatives of each town, union representatives, the local media, and interested parties who have requested same.  Individuals may obtain copies of the agenda at the regular meeting or at the Superintendent’s Office prior to the meeting. Adopted: October 19, 2000 Revised: May 2, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDA NOTIFICATION OF BOARD MEETINGS It shall be the policy of the Board of Directors to announce all meetings publicly.  Except in the event of rare emergencies, such announcement will be made by the Superintendent/ designee in a minimum of three (3) business days to allow public attendance and shall be disseminated in a manner reasonably calculated to notify the general public. Whenever possible, Board members shall receive notice of special or emergency meetings at least 24 hours in advance.  Such notice shall include the date, time, location and purpose of the meeting. The Superintendent/designee shall, whenever practical, notify local representatives of the media by the same or faster means as used to notify Board members. Legal Reference:   1 MRSA § 401 et seq. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: May 2, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEC-E EXECUTIVE SESSION LAW I. To Enter Executive Session, a Board Must: A. Start with a public meeting; B. Have a public recorded vote of 3/5 of members present and voting; and C. State the precise nature of business in motion to enter executive session. The nature of each matter must be stated if more than one. II. Restrictions During Executive Session A. Only matters stated in the motion may be considered. B. No official actions shall be finally approved. C. No public record shall be kept. III. Items Which May Be Discussed In Executive Session A. Discussion or consideration of employment, appointment, assignment, duties, compensation, evaluation, resignation, disciplining, promotion, demotion or dismissal of public officials, appointees or employees or the investigation of charges or complaints against persons, subject to the following conditions: 1. Only when public discussion could be reasonably expected to cause damage to the reputation or violate the individual's right to privacy; 2. Person charged or investigated has right to be present; 3. Person charged or investigated may request in writing that the investigation be conducted in open session. Such requests must be honored; and 4. Any person bringing charges shall be permitted to be present (does not specify participation). B. Discussion or consideration of suspension or expulsion of a student, the cost of whose education is paid from public funds.  The student and legal counsel (and parents or guardian if student is a minor) shall be permitted to be present if student, parents or guardian so desire. C. Discussion or consideration of the condition, acquisition or the use of real or personal property only if premature disclosure would prejudice the bargaining position of the body or agency. D. Board discussion of labor contracts and proposals and meetings may be held in executive session. (Negotiations between the representatives of a public employer and public employees are closed unless opened by agreement of both parties.) E. Consultations between a body or agency and its attorney concerning legal rights, pending litigation, and settlement offers, when premature public knowledge would give the Board substantial disadvantage. F. Discussion of records made, maintained or received by the body or agency, when access by the general public is prohibited by statute. Legal Reference: 1 MRSA § 405 Adopted: October 19, 2000 Revised: April 24, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEC EXECUTIVE SESSIONS Except as provided by law, all meetings of the Board of Directors shall be open to the public, and all persons shall be permitted to attend the meetings.  The Board may hold executive sessions upon recorded vote of 3/5 of the members present and voting, and any motion to go into executive session shall indicate the nature of the business of the executive session.  Deliberations may be conducted in executive sessions only on those matters defined in the law. No final action shall be taken in executive session. By its very nature, the subject matter of executive sessions is confidential.  It is expected that all parties to such discussions will respect the need for confidentiality. Legal Reference: 1 MRSA § 401 et seq. Adopted: October 19, 2000 Revised: April 24, 2013

NEPN NSBA Code:  BEA SCHOOL BOARD USE OF ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION Use of electronic communication by school board members should conform to the same standards of judgment, propriety and ethics as other forms of school board-related communication.  Board members should be aware that electronic communication and electronic communication attachments received or prepared for use in board business or containing information relating to board business are likely to be regarded as public records which may be inspected by any person upon request, unless otherwise made confidential by law.  Board members shall comply with the following guidelines when using electronic communication in the conduct of board responsibilities: A. The School Board shall not use electronic communication as a substitute for deliberations at Board meetings or for other communications or business properly confined to Board meetings. B. Board members should avoid reference to confidential information about employees, students or other matters in electronic communications because of the risk of improper disclosure.  Board members should comply with the same standards as school employees with regard to confidential information. Legal Reference: 1 MRSA §401 et seq. 20-A MRSA § 6001-6002 20 USC §1232g Cross Reference: JRA - Student Educational Records Adopted: November 18, 2004 Revised: April 11, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BE BOARD MEETINGS All meetings of the Board of Directors shall be open to the public, except executive sessions, as provided by law. Regular Meetings The Board of Directors will generally hold regular business meetings on the first and third Thursday each month beginning at 7:00 p.m.  Regular meetings are held in the Paul Johnson Library at Noble High School. Special Meetings A special meeting may be called by the Chairperson or Vice-Chairperson of the Board at their discretion, at the request of the Superintendent, or at the request of any three members of the Board of Directors.  No business shall be transacted except that for which the meeting is called. Emergency Meetings An emergency meeting is any meeting called with fewer than four days’ notice.  Such a meeting may be called by the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson or Superintendent.  No business shall be transacted except that for which the meeting is called. Informational Meetings The Board may, at its discretion, hold informational meetings on topics of interest or in preparation for regular Board meetings.  No official action shall be taken at informational meetings. Executive Sessions Executive sessions of the Board shall be called in accordance with state law and at such time and place as required for discussion of matters permitted by statute.  No final action may be taken on topics while in executive session; all actions of the Board are required by law to be in a public meeting. Legal Reference: 1 MRSA § 403 et seq. 20-A MRSA § 1001 Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: September 6, 2012 Revised: April 24, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BDD BOARD-SUPERINTENDENT RELATIONSHIP The Board of Directors believes that the development and adoption of policies for the district is the most important function of a Board and that the execution of the policies should be the function of the Superintendent. Delegation of its executive powers by the Board to the Superintendent provides freedom for the Superintendent to manage the schools within the parameters of the Board’s policies and frees the Board to devote its time to policymaking, planning and appraisal functions. The Board holds the Superintendent responsible for the administration of its policies, the execution of Board decisions, the operation of school programs and facilities, and for keeping the Board informed about school operations and problems. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA §§ 1001; 1051 Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: April 24, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BDA BOARD ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING Reorganization shall be effected at the first regular meeting of the Board following the start of the new fiscal year on July 1st.  At this meeting, there shall be an election for the ensuing year of a Chairperson and a Vice-Chairperson. The organizational meeting shall be called to order by the Superintendent, who shall preside until the Chairperson has been elected by a majority of the Board. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA § 1251 Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: May 28, 2002 Revised: January 17, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code: BCC NEPOTISM It shall be the policy of the Board of Directors that the immediate family of any MSAD #60 supervisory employee shall not be employed by the District in any permanent capacity falling under the supervision of such employee.  Current employees as of January 17, 2013 notwithstanding. Immediate family shall be defined as; spouse, child, domestic partner of said supervisory employee. The superintendent shall have the right to waive this policy given an alternative and appropriate option for supervision of the employee. Adopted:  October 18, 1990 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised:  January 17, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BCB BOARD MEMBER CONFLICT OF INTEREST A Board member shall not have any direct or indirect pecuniary interest (as defined by law) in a contract with the school unit, nor shall he/she furnish directly any labor, equipment, or supplies to the unit. In the event that a Board member is employed by a corporation or business, or has a secondary interest in a corporation or business which furnishes goods or services to the schools, the Board member shall declare his/her secondary interest and refrain from debating or voting upon the question of contracting with the company. It is not the intent of this policy to prevent the school unit from contracting with corporations or businesses because a Board member is an employee of the firm.  The policy is designed to prevent the placing of Board members in a position where their interest in public schools and their interest in their places of employment (or other indirect interest) might conflict, and to avoid appearances of conflict of interest even though such conflict may not exist. A Board member may not, during the time the member serves on the Board and for one year after the member ceases to serve on the Board, be appointed to any civil office of profit or employment position which has been created or the compensation of which has been increased by the action of the Board during the time the member serves on the Board. No member of the Board or spouse of a member shall be employed in any public school within the unit. Board members may not candidate for employment in the district in the district until one year after Board membership is terminated. Code of Conduct for Federally Funded Procurements. When a Board member participates in the selection, award, or administration of a contract that is supported by federal award, the Board member shall also comply with Policy DJH- Purchasing and Contracting: Procurement Staff Code of Conduct. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA§ 1002 et seq., § 1051 7 MRSA § 3104 30-A MRSA §§ 2251, 2604 et seq. Cross Reference: DJH Purchasing and Contracting: Procurement Staff Code of Conduct Adopted: October 19, 2000 Revised: January 17, 2013 Revised: September 24, 2014 Revised June 15, 2017

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BAA BOARD SELF-EVALUATION The Board of Directors shall conduct a self-evaluation on a biannual basis in accordance with the National School Board Association evaluation standards. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: February 14, 2013

NEPN/NSBA CODE: ADF SCHOOL UNIT COMMITMENT TO LEARNING RESULTS The MSAD #60 Board of Directors hereby adopts the system of learning results and the Maine Department of Education’s applicable rules.  The learning results system is intended to serve as a foundation for education reform and to promote and provide assessment of student learning, accountability and equity.  The Board recognizes that the legislative intent of the learning results system is to provide children with schools that reflect high expectations and create conditions where these expectations can be met. The Board understands that implementation of the learning results system has broad implications for the school unit, including curriculum, budget, professional development, student assessment, professional evaluation, and graduation requirements.  Therefore, the Board is committed to examining its policies to ensure that they are consistent with the intent and goals of the learning results system. The Board will also ensure that there is alignment between the system of learning results and programs developed by MSAD #60. The Board directs the Superintendent to develop a plan and timeline for implementing the learning results system, and any appropriate administrative procedures.  The Board further directs the Superintendent to report to the Board on a regular basis on progress toward implementing the learning results system. Legal References: 20-A MRSA §§ 6208-6209 L.D. 1536, Chapter 51 Resolves Chapter 131 (Maine Dept. of Ed. Rules) Adopted: April 9, 1998 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: September 8, 2015

ADC-R Procedure USE and POSSESSION of TOBACCO PRODUCTS and ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY SYSTEMS STUDENTS: Administrators in all buildings will be responsible for communicating the consequences of the tobacco policy to their students.  Students will be made very well aware of the consequences of bringing tobacco to the school grounds and this will be strictly enforced.  Administrators will attach their regulations to this policy in their school’s policy manual. Grades K-7 First Offense:  A written notice will be sent to the parent or legal guardian regarding the tobacco violation that shall be signed by the parent or legal guardian and returned to school.  The school administrator will hold a conference with the student who has violated the tobacco policy and the student will be referred to the school nurse for further assessment. Second Offense:  A written notice will be sent to the parent or legal guardian regarding the tobacco violation that shall be signed by the parent or legal guardian and returned to school.  The school administrator will hold a conference with the student who has violated the tobacco policy and the student will be referred to the school nurse for further assessment.  The student will also be referred to the police with the confiscated material. In addition, the student will be issued a detention that should include a tobacco prevention education component.  The student will be given resources for available cessation programs. Third Offense:  A written notice will be sent to the parent or legal guardian regarding the tobacco violation that shall be signed by the parent or legal guardian and returned to school.  The school administrator will hold a conference with the student who has violated the tobacco policy and the student will be referred to the school nurse and school counselor for further assessment.  The student will also be referred to the police with the confiscated material. The student’s record will be reviewed and acted on by administration to determine if suspension and/or community service is required.  A police report will be filed and processed for action. Grades 8-12 First Offense:  1-day suspension. A report will be filed with the police department documenting the violation for possible court proceeding and the student will be provided information about smoking cessation programs. Second Offense: 2-day suspension. A report will be filed with the police department documenting the violation for a possible court proceeding and the student will be provided information about smoking cessation programs. Third Offense: 4-day suspension. A report will be filed and processed for court action.  High School students will be referred to the Discipline Review Team and the student will be provided information about smoking cessation programs. After the Third Offense: The student’s record will be reviewed and acted on by the Superintendent and School Board for possible expulsion and/or long-term suspension.  A police report will be filed and processed for action and the student will be provided with information about smoking cessation programs. STAFF: Faculty and staff are included in provisions of the state law, which prohibits tobacco use on school property and school vehicles.  Those staff members violating this policy will be subject to disciplinary actions outlined in the employee manual.  These actions will also be attached to this policy in the school’s policy manual.  Any investigation into violations of this policy by staff will follow due process as outlined in the applicable union contract. First Offense:  Written warning by the appropriate administrator.  In addition, staff members will also be given access to local smoking cessation program at district expense. Second Offense:  A one day suspension without pay, a formal written reprimand by the appropriate administrator will be placed in the personnel file and the staff member will be referred to a smoking cessation program at their expense. Third Offense:  The staff member will be required to meet with the Superintendent to discuss incidents.  In addition, a referral to a smoking cessation program will be given and they may be subject to a possible suspension without pay or dismissal. VISITORS: Visitors must comply with the regulations set forth in this policy by the MSAD #60 School Board.  Smoking or the use of tobacco on school property by visitors is prohibited. This includes non-school hours and all functions, athletic or otherwise, that take place on school property. Anyone found smoking or using tobacco products will be informed of the school tobacco-free policy and asked to refrain from use while on school property.  If the visitor does not comply, they will be asked to leave school property. If the visitor refuses to leave, law enforcement will be called. Legal References: 22 MRSA Subsection 1578-B Me. PL470 (An Act to Reduce Tobacco Use by Minors) 20 USC 6081 (Pro-Children Act of 1994-Goals 2000) Adopted: December 8, 1994 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 26, 2003 Revised: March 17, 2011 Revised: December 4, 2014 Revised: December 28, 2016

NEPN/NSBA: ADC USE and POSSESSION of TOBACCO PRODUCTS and ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY SYSTEMS MSAD #60 is a tobacco-free zone. In order to promote the health, welfare and safety of students, staff and visitors and to promote the cleanliness of all facilities, the Board prohibits smoking and all other use of tobacco products and electronic vaporizers commonly used for nicotine delivery (including but not limited to e-cigarettes, e-hookahs, vape pens, or similar devices, herbal cigarettes, dip and chew) in school buildings, on school property, on school buses or in any other School District  vehicle, at all times and by all persons. Employees and all other persons are also strictly prohibited, under law and Board policy, from selling, distributing or in any way dispensing tobacco products and electronic nicotine delivery systems to students.  Employees may not use tobacco products or electronic nicotine delivery systems at any time while supervising students, whether on or off school property. Legal References: 22 MRSA § 1578(B); 1580(A)(3) Me. PL 470 (An Act to Reduce Tobacco Use By Minors) 20 USC §4301 et seq. (Pro-Children Act of 2001) ADOPTED:   December 8, 1994 REVISED:     October 19, 2000 June 26, 2003 March 17, 2011 December 4, 2014 January 8, 2015 January 12, 2017

NEPN/NSBA Code: ADAA SCHOOL SYSTEM COMMITMENT TO STANDARDS FOR ETHICAL AND RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIOR The MSAD #60 School Board believes that promoting ethical and responsible behavior is an essential part of the school unit’s educational mission. The Board recognizes that ethics, constructive attitudes, responsible behavior, and “character” are important if a student is to leave school as a “responsible and involved citizen,” as described in the Guiding Principles of the Maine Learning Results. The Board also recognizes that Maine law requires the adoption of a district-wide student code of conduct consistent with statewide standards for student behavior developed by the Commissioner of the Department of Education in compliance with 20-A MRSA § 254(11). The Board seeks to create and maintain a school climate in which ethical and responsible behavior can flourish. The Board believes that instilling a sense of ethics and responsibility in students requires setting positive expectations for student behavior as well as establishing disciplinary consequences for behavior that violates Board policy or school rules. Further, the Board believes that in order to teach ethical and responsible behavior, adults who interact with students must strive to model and reinforce ethical and responsible behavior. To that end, the Board supports an active partnership between schools and parents. Recognizing that collaboratively identified core values are the foundation for a school culture that encourages and reinforces ethical and responsible student behavior, the Board is committed to the establishment and implementation of a process for identifying shared values and setting and enforcing standards for behavior, including prescription of consequences for unacceptable behavior. The process for identifying such shared values will invite and include the participation of Board members, school administrators, staff, parents, students, and the community. Core values will be reviewed periodically, with opportunity for public participation. The Board will direct the Superintendent/designee to develop a process to assess school system progress toward achievement of an ethical and responsible school culture. Following the identification of core values, the Board, with input from administrators, staff, parents, students, and members of the community, will adopt a Student Code of Conduct consistent with statewide standards for student behavior that shall, as required by law: A. Define unacceptable student behavior; B. Establish standards of student responsibility for behavior; C. Prescribe consequences for violation of the Student Code of Conduct, including first- time violations, when appropriate; D. Describe appropriate procedures for referring students in need of special services to those services; E. Establish criteria to determine when further assessment of a current Individual Education Plan (IEP) is necessary, based on removal of the student from class; F. Establish policies and procedures concerning the removal of disruptive or violent students from a classroom or a school bus, as well as student disciplinary and placement decisions, when appropriate; and G. Establish guidelines and criteria concerning the appropriate circumstances when the Superintendent/designee may provide information to the local police or other appropriate law enforcement authorities regarding an offense that involves violence committed by any person on school grounds or other school property. The Student Code of Conduct will be reviewed periodically by the Board, with input from administrators, staff, parents, students, and members of the community. Students, parents, staff, and the community will be informed of the Student Code of Conduct through handbooks and/or other means selected by the Superintendent/designee. Ethics and Curriculum The Board encourages examination and discussion of ethical issues within content areas of the curriculum, as appropriate. The Board also encourages schools to provide students with meaningful opportunities to apply values and ethical and responsible behavior through activities such as problem solving, community service, peer mediation, and student government/leadership development. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA §§ 254, 1001(15) Adopted:  January 8, 2015

NEPN/NSBA Code: ACAD HAZING Maine statute defines injurious hazing as "any action or situation, including harassing behavior that recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health of any school personnel or a student enrolled in a public school." Injurious hazing also includes any activity expected of a student as a condition of joining or maintaining membership in a group that humiliates, degrades, abuses or endangers a student, regardless of the student's willingness to participate in the activity. It is the policy of the Board that injurious hazing activities of any type, either on or off school property, by any student, staff member, group or organization affiliated with this school unit shall be prohibited at all times. “Harassing behavior” includes acts of intimidation and any other conduct that recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health of a student or staff member. “Acts of intimidation” include extortion, menacing, direct or indirect threats of violence, incidents of violence, bullying, statements or taunting of a malicious and/or derogatory nature that recklessly or intentionally endanger the mental or physical health of another person, and property damage or theft. No administrator, faculty member, or other employee of the school unit shall encourage, permit, condone, or tolerate injurious hazing activities. No student, including leaders of student organizations, shall plan, encourage, or engage in injurious hazing activities. Persons not associated with this school unit who fail to abide by this policy may be subject to ejection from school property and/or other measures may be available under the law. Administrators, family members, students and all other employees who fail to abide by this policy may be subject to disciplinary action which may include suspension, expulsion, or other appropriate measures. In the case of any organization affiliated with this school unit which authorizes hazing, penalties may include rescission of permission for that organization to operate on school property or to receive any other benefit of affiliation with the school unit. These penalties shall be in addition to any civil or criminal penalties to which the violator or organization may be subject. The Superintendent shall assume responsibility for administering this policy. In the event that an individual or organization disagrees with an action-or lack of action- on the part of the Superintendent as he/she carries out the provisions of this policy, that individual or organization may appeal to the Board. The ruling of the Board, with respect to the provisions of this policy, shall be final. This right to appeal does not apply to student suspensions of 10 days or less or to matters submitted to grievance procedures under applicable collective bargaining agreements. A copy of this policy shall be included in all school, parent, and employee handbooks or otherwise distributed to all school employees and students. Legal Reference: 20-MRSA §6553 Cross Reference: ACAA - Harassment and Sexual Harassment of Students ACAB - Harassment and Sexual Harassment of Employees JICIA - Weapons, Violence and School Safety Adopted: April 13, 2006 Revised: December 4, 2014 Revised: November 7, 2019

NEPN/NSBA Code:  AB THE PEOPLE AND THEIR SCHOOL UNIT The public schools belong to the people. The people exercise their proprietorship through the elective process at the national, state and local levels. They elect state and federal representatives who establish the framework of laws within which the schools operate. The people elect a Board of Directors to represent them to determine local educational policy. The Board is mindful that its members are accountable to the people through the elective process. The Board also believes that accountability for the effectiveness of the school unit is a responsibility shared by the Directors, the Superintendent, students, teachers, administrators, and the people. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: December 4, 2014

KLA/JJIBC RELATIONS WITH BOOSTER CLUBS 1.0 The Board of Directors recognizes the role of booster clubs in assisting the schools in enriching extra- and co-curricular activities and enabling more students to participate in such activities.  A booster club is a parent and/or community club that is organized for the purpose of providing resources to support a particular sport or activity in the school or school system and to support the school in recognizing student participation in athletics and activities. 2.0 Only those booster clubs that have been approved by the Athletic Director/School Principal may use the name and/or logo of M.S.A.D.#60 or its schools.  All booster clubs must follow school and district policies. 3.0 In order to be approved as a booster club, a club must meet the following criteria: 3.1 The club must be adults; 3.2 The booster president or designee must make application to the Director of Athletics/School Principal for all uses of school facilities for fund raising projects, in accordance with the Board’s facilities use policy and procedures (Policies KG, KG-R, KG-P); 3.3 Use of school facilities by the club will comply with all policies and regulations established by the Board and, as applicable, the Maine Principals' Association; 3.4 All fundraising activities must be approved in advance by the Athletic Director/School Principal. All booster clubs must follow board policy and MPA Sport Season Policy regarding fundraising. Any promotion, advertising, or announcement of booster activities must have advance approval of the Athletic Director/School Principal. Clubs must also follow the district’s Nutritional Guidelines for concession stands. 3.5 Fundraising activities will not be conducted within the school during school hours. Students and staff may assist booster club activities provided the assistance does not occur during instructional time. 3.6 All funds raised by the club must be used to achieve the stated purposes of the club; 3.7 Booster clubs may choose to be independent entities with their own tax identification number. In such cases: A. The Booster club may not lawfully use the school’s sales tax exemption for purchases or sales; B. The club must maintain bank and financial records separate from the school.  The organization will provide to the Board quarterly or upon request, a complete set of financial records: C. A copy of the bank statement and bank reconciliation assuring that the cash on the balance sheet agrees with the reconciliation, D. A summary statement of revenues and expenditures E. A detailed statement of revenues and expenses; Page 1 of 2 F.  At the Board's discretion, booster clubs may be required to submit to an independent audit conducted by a certified, independent auditor at the club's expense, and shall include all records since the last audit; 3.8 If a booster club does not wish to be an independent entity, it may use the district’s tax identification number.  In such cases, the club must maintain an individual account in the Office of the Principal. All funds raised by the booster club will be submitted as soon as possible to the Athletic department for deposit into that booster club’s account through the Office of the Principal.  The Athletic Director shall be notified of spending requests recommended by the booster club prior to the distribution of funds and all payments must be made through the Office of the Principal. Each booster club may maintain a petty cash account of up to $500, which must be turned in for final reconciliation within one month of the end of the sports season. 3.9 All booster club members must follow the MSAD 60 Cash Handling Policy. 3.10 Booster club gifts to students shall relate to the activity; 3.11 The Board will consider gender equity and budget implications before accepting Booster club donations; 3.12 Any booster club plan or project that would require expansion, renovation, or construction of school facilities or would increase maintenance costs for facilities shall require Board approval; 3.13 Any booster club plan to provide awards or recognition to teams or individual students must be approved by the appropriate administrator before any gift is purchased; 3.14 The Varsity Coach will be included in the booster club’s decision-making process.  No coach or immediate family members of the coach will have sole fiscal or management responsibilities in the club. 3.15 Booster clubs may not directly pay coaches or officials unless appropriate tax documentation is collected before payment is made or the payment goes through the M.S.A.D.#60 payroll account. 3.16 Booster clubs will not influence the selection of coaches, assistant coaches or advisors nor assume any supervisory responsibility of coaches or advisors. 4.0 The Board reserves the right to revoke the approval of any booster club if it is found that the club’s operations and purposes are inconsistent with Board policies. Adopted:  May 28, 2009 Cross Reference: JJIBC

MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING July 18, 2019 A meeting of the Board of Directors was held at Noble High School in North Berwick, Maine on July 18, 2019 at 6:00 pm, with all members present. There were 4 in the audience. Ms. Mallett made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Doiron to go into executive session for the readmission of a student. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 6:00 pm.  Out at 6:29 pm. Ms. Mallett made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Beal to readmit the student under consideration.  All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Ms. Mallett made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Neubert to go into executive session for the readmission of a student. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 6:35 pm.  Out at 7:06 pm. Ms. Mallett made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Doiron to readmit the student under consideration.  All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Ms. Mallett, vice chair,  addressed the audience regarding the norms of Public Input. Public Input:  None at this time Ms. Neubert made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Manley to accept the minutes of June 6th as presented. All members voted in favor except Ms. Hopper and Mr. Doiron who abstained and the motion passed. The Superintendent updated the board on changes that are being required for the nutrition program. One area is Breakfast after the Bell where breakfast will be offered after the bell rings. Another change is that students who previously received reduced meal cost will now receive free lunch in Maine. Fresh fruit is also going to be provided for all the schools in the near future. The Superintendent then shared with the board new staff hire specifically Brooke Dunphey, as a school psychological service provider.  He also shared the resignation of Mr. Jason Richard, a fifth grade teacher. Mr. Dioron made the motion to accept the resignation and was seconded by Ms. Mallett and the motion passed unanimously. The Assistant Superintendent shared with the board the ESEA 19/20 application for their approval.  She gave an overview of the funds and answered questions. The Assistant Superintendent updated the board on the Elementary and Secondary Education Act Application and shared the information regarding the use of funding for the upcoming 19/20 school year. ESEA overview for 2019/2020 Title IA: total funds: ($546,917.00) plus Title IV funds ($52,641.72) total: $599,558.72 (Lebanon) $296,044.86 ( Berwick) $296,044.86 $2,000 homeless $5,469 Parental Involvement (1% of initial award) Title IA Funding:  Lebanon and Berwick, $592,089.72 At risk students will be identified in grades K-5. Support will be provided to those students that have been identified through a series of assessments to help them attain adequate progress in classroom assessments and on screening assessments (DIBELS, Early Numeracy, STAR). Title 1A money will be used to pay salary and benefits of Title 1A teachers and educational technicians. Educational technicians and/or teachers will work with students individually or in small groups, doing skill activities to review the skills in need of more instruction as determined through district and classroom assessments. Staff will sometimes reteach skills that are not secure or do activities that focus on skills that are determined to be weak Other Title 1 students will be placed in groups that will use a particular program such as: Targeted Reading or Math, Great Leaps Reading or Math, Compass Learning, Leveled Literacy Intervention, Fundations, FAME, LiPS, Keymath. Individual skills will be assessed to determine whether or not adequate progress has been made. Student success will be measured with regular classroom assessments: Eureka Math unit assessments, running records, informal assessments and DIBELS, Early Numeracy, and STAR. 40% of all identified students will successfully meet this standard. A whole school approach will be taken in Lebanon and a targeted needs approach will continue in Berwick. Parental Involvement Activities:  $5469.00 Activities to encourage parental support, understanding and participation with the school and with the students identified as requiring services in both Lebanon and Berwick. Mandated Homeless Set aside:  $2000.00 This funding covers the coordination of our homeless students, securing transportation, providing books and materials and support supplies as necessary.   We provide supplies and materials to students and families as needed. We coordinate all transportation with the appropriate school districts and track and maintain homeless data for the district and state. Title IIA… Professional Development for Staff and Administration: $93,351.00 STAR $7200 Ongoing professional development will be provided by a trained staff member in MSAD 60 who will have access to all STAR information, will set up individual and group trainings and provide support in utilization of the STAR testing scores for classroom teachers.  All teachers who participate in the individual and group training will increase their understanding and use of the STAR testing scores. Literacy Coach and mentoring program NMS-  $79,500 and mentor $2300… $81,800 Literacy coach will maintain records to identify staff who have had direct instruction in the areas of literacy strategies and she will maintain notes on follow up classroom visits. In 80% of the cases, the literacy coach will be able to observe strategies that were taught and see them being incorporated in the classroom settings. Mentor teacher K-5,  2 days per week $4351 We have a mentor teacher who works with first and second year staff grades K-5.  This funding will cover approximately 1/5 of her time. She will work with all new staff in each of the elementary schools and provide consistent information, support and ongoing professional development and advice. This is not a position that includes evaluation, it is purely a mentor role. Title IVA  Student Supports & Academic Enrichment $4,000 Title IVA funds will be utilized to purchase a contract with Panorama Education which provides school climate surveys at various levels that we will be able to utilize for focusing on school climate improvement in each of the schools. Title V (Formerly Title VI), Rural Funds $22,698.83 Title V funds will be used to partially pay for Erin Dickson as the part time Health Coordinator for our district. Our district health coordinator focuses on curriculum in the area of health and wellness for both students and staff. This person is responsible for the oversight of the health curriculum in the district, the implementation of staff wellness programming as well as increasing student awareness and education in the specific area of substance use and abuse (tobacco, alcohol, and drugs). The coordinator makes connections with outside agencies to provide appropriate staff development and also programming for students. She is also taking a very active role in our implementation of the Building Assets and Reducing Risks (BARR) program at the middle and high school. The increased support provides opportunities for at risk students to improve their academic performance and meet curriculum standards as barriers to learning are reduced. Total Funds to be expended:  719,608.55 Ms. Beal made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Neubert to approve the ESEA application as presented by the Assistant Superintendent.  All members voted in favor and the motion passed. The Superintendent shared with the board an update from The Adult Education realm: I am very pleased to share the news below.  Congratulations Maine Adult Education! Your hard work and dedication are going to be showcased statewide! Brenda Gagne will be the representative to accept the award on behalf of the regional HUB. Here is the award notification: Dear Adult Education Champions: Your tireless work on behalf of the people of Maine does not go unnoticed.  The Maine Adult Education System has been selected as MDF’s 2019 Champion of Education and Workforce Development!  Congratulations! We would like to highlight the variety of work you do throughout Maine to support education and workforce training in all of its various iterations from North to South and East to West.  Your versatility, community engagement, responsiveness, and collaborative nature truly put you at the nexus of education and employment. To that end, we’d like to honor the whole system, and you as its representatives, on Friday, September 27th, 2019.  We hope you are available to be with us in Bangor from 11 am – 2pm for the award ceremony.   (One representative from each region.) I’m so pleased to be able to give you this news – for all my friends and colleagues in Adult Education. Congratulations, again; Lisa Lisa MacDonald Cooper | Project Manager, Maine Adult Promise | Program Director, Education & Workforce Development Maine Development Foundation | 2 Beech St., Ste. 203 Hallowell | ME 04347 O: 207-626-3117 | M: 207-406-0048 | www.mdf.org The Superintendent then shared with board an update on the construction committee. Ms. Neubert made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Potter to adjourn. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at  7:56 pm. Respectfully Submitted, Steve Connolly Secretary of the Board

MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING June 12, 2019 A meeting of the Board of Directors was held at Noble High School in North Berwick, Maine on June 12, 2019 at 6:00 pm, with all members present except Mr. Doiron and Ms. Hopper. There were 4 in the audience. Mr. Price  addressed the audience regarding the norms of Public Input. Public Input:  None at this time Ms. Potter made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Manly to accept the minutes of June 6th as presented. All members voted in favor except Mr. Price who abstained and the motion passed. The Superintendent then shared the ratification of the vote for the referendum.  Ms. Potter made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Manley to submit the Computation and Declaration of Votes. Ms. Manley made the motion  and it was seconded by Mr. Price to nominate Ms. Schaeffer as board chair for the 2019/2020 school year.  All members voted in favor and the motion passed. The Superintendent shared with the new board chair the oath of office as a formality.  Ms. Schaeffer reiterated the oath and will officially sign the form at the central office this coming week. Mr. Price made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Potter to nominate Ms. Mallett as vice board chair for the 2019/2020 school.  All members voted in favor and the motion passed. The Superintendent then asked Mr Price up to receive a plaque in appreciation of his service to the school board for the past 5 years.  And a certificate for “Ms. Travis Price”! The Superintendent then updated the board on policy reviews.  He went through the following policies: JJAB- Limited Open/ Closed Forum, KBF- Title One Parent Involvement, KHB- Advertising in the Schools, KI- Visitors to the Schools, KLG- Relations with Law Enforcement Authorities, KLGA- Relations with School Resource Officers and Law Enforcement Authorities KLG-R Resource Officer/ Law Enforcement Administrative Procedure, IMG (nr)-Animals In Schools, IMGA (nr)-Service Animals In Schools. Ms. Mallett made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Beal to accept the policies as presented by the policy subcommittee.  All members voted in favor and the motion passed. The Superintendent then shared with the board nominations for teaching positions, specifically Mr. Morgan Lynch for Spanish and Russian at Noble High School, Ms. Samantha Hayes for 8th grade Science at Noble High, Ms Michelle Gaulin for 5th grade at the Knowlton School, Ms. Jordan Larabee as a special education teacher at the elementary schools, Ms. Emma Eliason for a one year position as a kindergarten teacher at the Husey School. Ms.Beal  made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Mallett to accept the nominations as presented. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Ms. Mallett spoke to and thanked Dustin Price for being a great representative for the Town of Berwick. Other members spoke up as well as the Superintendent. Thank you for your service Mr. Price. He shared that he will be continuing to volunteer in the schools. Ms. Price made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Beal to adjourn. Adjourned at  6:47 pm. Respectfully Submitted, Steve Connolly Secretary of the Board