The following are standing committees of the BOE, expected to make regular reports to the BOE as a whole. Meetings will be posted and will be open to the public. The Committee Chairperson will be responsible for calling meetings, setting agendas, and moving committee work forward. The Committee Chairperson will ensure that agendas and minutes are posted in a timely manner consistent with FOI requirements. The Board Chair, with the approval of the Board, may also appoint additional standing committees as may be needed.
a) Time permitting, review monthly line item expenditure report from the BOE Business Director,
b) Time permitting, review all budget transfers between line items and make recommendations for such transfers;
c) Review financial reporting mechanisms and yearly budget documentation for clarity and content and present any recommendations;
d) Provide oversight of contracts totaling $200,000or more over the duration of the contract.
2. CIP/Facilities Responsibilities
a) Review capital expenditures and proposals for the Town's five and ten year capital improvement plan (CIP) in accordance with the Town's CIP Regulation timeline;
b) Review quarterly, building and maintenance needs with the Building and Grounds Facility Director.
c) Provide oversight to BOE Capital Improvement Projects, working with the Director of Facilities and, as needed, the Town Public Building and Site and other Town commissions.
BOE CFF/CIP Subcommittee Meeting Dates for 2023
Don Ramsey, Chair
TBD
TBD, Chair
TBD
Don Ramsey
Don Ramsey, Chair
John Vouros
Christopher Gilson
BOE Curriculum & Instruction Subcommittee Meeting Dates 2023 (PDF)
Christopher Gilson, Chair
John Vouros
Chris Gilson
BOE Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Subcommittee Meeting Dates for 2023 (PDF)
Doria Linnetz, Chair
Don Ramsey
TBD
BOE Policy Meeting Dates for 2023 (PDF)
Newtown Public Schools recognize that there are beneficial long term and short term outcomes from implementing Social Emotional Health & Wellness programs within our district. Research has shown benefits that include improved academic performance, college readiness, career readiness, positive mental health, positive social behaviors, and healthy adult relationships. The district's social emotional framework outlines 5 competencies that are monitored and measured throughout the school year - self awareness, social awareness, relationship skills, self management, and responsible decision making. School leadership teams analyze data at the school level to determine areas in need of improvement and develop action plans. School counselors also review data to inform decisions regarding types of lessons to offer in the classroom and types of support they can offer to students throughout the year.
BOE Social/Emotional/Health/Wellness Subcommittee Meeting Dates for 2023 (PDF)
Christopher Gilson
John Vouros
John Vouros
Alison Plante
John Vouros
Don Ramsey