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meetings with Ms. Obrien and the Consultation team
Christine O'Connell Bonnie Krautheimer
Lauren Montalbano Heather Russo
Vivian Fitzgerald Kristie Ippolito Ilene Manishor
Embedded Files
6/17/25
Calendar/Committees for next year
Procedures for students/staff/parents
Weapons/scanners
Air conditioners budget
Morning annoucements
SBO's
Elementary SBO
AIS/Save room
Coach and UFT teacher center
Funraising - PA financials etc.
All per session must be posted/committees too
5/27/25
SBO options discussed
PD ideas/time for next year
Class sizes
All per sessions must be posted
lunch times changed up/middle school last
Safety PD and protocols for removals etc need to be clear and consistent
MOSL should be all assessments
When this/that chart for next year
Hiring committee - SLT
School Committees
4/8/25
Save room option cascade of coverages
All persession must be a posting
Middle school will be 8 periods - C6 options
Alarm on doors
walking kids/late from meeting interfereing with preps
Discovery day is an open house- staff will be on hand to escort parents
Trip protocols - will be a packet
If/then chart complete
3/25/25
SBO's for next year
C6 options paid if used for coverages
Student removal protocols - if then chart
New sections sheets for middle school
TCIS training for all staff
AIS groups
Lunch room dismissal for MS
Recording devices
Students hugging staff - conversations as needed
2/25/25 -
Path program theory is choices - program is here to stay.
Email response - if important/urgent let Kelly know - She agreed that someone should acknowledge when calling out sick
PBIS - schoolwide - teachers being trained/introduced. Students will have an assembly - how kids will also be considered for events
Considering departmentalizing Self Contained in the middle school
Kindergarten will start going out out for recess
8th grade science test brought up - unfair that kids haven't had a teacher and it is tied to our evaluation
Music and Art to be equally distributed
SAVE room still an issue - she will send an email to see if there are volunteers to "man" it.
Success Criteria - like a checklist
ENL - enough kids in middle school to have a class, would need a bilingual teacher
Class size funding - we are within the correct frame
Be nice to subs - so they will come back!
1/31/25
Depending on the incident and who witnessed it will determine who should reach out to parent.
Notices should go out asap, sometimes late notice delivery can't be avoided
Hmh spreadsheets should be non issue since now all digital
PBIS - there will be a roll out for student after the break
SAVE ROOM - still not being utilized
AIS in progress
Admin follow Chanselor's regulation for discipline of students
Hall sweeps Ms. Blair will assist
Committee expectations - planning should start a month or more prior to event
Communication between staff and admin still an issue - criteria for school events unclear
Suggestion box was suggested
Kindergarten will start going outside for recess in the spring
Compensatory positions and C6 choices SBO for next year need to be disussed
TCIS training should be for all staff
Bulletin board should have title,task and current work so we are all on the same page
12/10/24
SAVE Legislation states that putting students in other classrooms is not appropriate
There should be PD's regarding SAVE Legislation
We should be getting PD time to do mandated trainings
New HMH guidelines -sent staff a copy - spreadsheets should not be used if data is available elsewhere
Email questions should be directed to supervisors and CC Ms. Obrien. Questions for Ms. Obrien directly that need attention - let Kelly know.
Class size money application due December 20th.
11/26/24
Friday only snack sale little ones can be discussed
8 period day option
SOM looking to change it to Tues/Wed
Safety agent can assist if not called to if there is an immediate danger
HMH has "flex days" to use when school events take place.
MOSL should read all assessments - last years till pending
SAVE room is a coverage issue - 8 period day suggested -
Passes for nurse will be in cafeteria
If you smell something - say something - especially in MS
PTC logs for parent contact tracking
Looking into copier ink/staples
Class size funding filed by 12/20
PD should not be one size fits all - gave suggestions for PD topics and teachers can submit proposals if they want to present
Need to set up a budget committee
Handbook should reflect contract
The contractual work day must be adhere to
10/29/24
Admin don't always respond or answer but expect staff to answer asap
Looking over schedule so that SC classes don't have last period prep
New teachers should have a mentor - non tenured
Ms. Guzman is the new school aid in place of Ms. Collins
Child abuse training will be a PD and I will also provide another link for another training which needs to be done by April asked for PD time for that as well
Sub plans - let Kelly know where you have them in your room or give her a copy
Reminder that cameras are used for safety not tracking teachers
Ms. Obrien will follow up with Mr. Durso about incidents and protocols during lunch
SEL team is working on link/log in for Mind Up training
PD/ILT team should work as one unit
Prep teachers for coverages will receive a class list, they have to think about keys/access
Change the announcements - no need to remind teachers to have lessons plans and/or check emails and since we are getting emails with schedule changes, no need to announce them. Stick to Pledge and birthdays
I will be with her when she submits the MOSL selection. Still working with UFT and Advance to correct last year
Every staff memeber will be getting notices not just classroom teachers
Suggestion and clarification for lunch pick up. kids should be lined up and which staircase should be used
Coaches should be asking staff if they want to meet - DWIP training forthcoming
There is a form to request basic supplies
Save room is necessary and needs to be figured out
9/17/24 -
IEP meetings should not be done on preps
We started an event calendar - survey to join committees will be emailed
MOSL issue is being worked on - the default should have been all assessments and that was not what was put in - UFT working on it with DOE/Advance
Homework should be documented as to how a child receives it so that when/if a parent asks you can show what and how provided to child
Bulletin Boards do not always have to be a writing piece, it should be a "window" to the learning in class. Please adhere to the dates outlined in the handbook, however you can not be told what goes on your bulletin board (glows/grows rubrics etc)
Teachers should not be going to the office, calling parents etc during instructional time.
Teacher Team can have a point person that is voluntary
You should be "child free" at 2:20
Teachers should be utilizing materials in curriculum to scaffold - can be decided as a grade
There is a material request form in the office to ask for basic supplies
Lesson plans should be available upon request but you don't require to have a copy for admin
Special Ed PD to be held prior to Nov 5
SLT meeting dates on the calendar - correcting ratio
6/18/24 -
SLT committee for next year ratio must reflect an even amout of staff v. parents.
Chickens should not be in the teachers lounge - will find a new home for them
Budget - there are a few items that I will follow up on for next year
Receipt of updated seniority list
Room suggestions/class caps in place we are within the guidelines
Event committee will be working on a school calander over the summer. A list of committees will be available when school starts for you to join.
Next year schedules are tentative, especially with middle school since not 100% if it will be a 7 or 8 period day. Elementary will be 7 periods. (reminder 2 day window for reorganization grievance)
MOSL committee will meet in September date TBD
Preference sheets next year will reflect a grade choice and setting on the same line.
EX 4th ICT
4th grade
3rd grade
8th grade graduation possibly moved to during the day as it has been in the past
5/28/24 -
Ms. Rubeinstein is slated to come back two days a week next school year
There are no compensatory positions as of now
Discussion with after school as to where the chickens can go next year - This will be placed on September's consultation as a reminder
School Calender/Events can be worked on June 7 (clericla day) during the time we will have in our rooms
Will start a list of committees we would like to see at our school for next year
Class size reduction - rooms are being cleaned out in preparation - will have to revisit in September based on enrollment
Staff hiring etc budget pending - Ms. Obrien's budget meeting is June 12
Save room alternative - also will be moved to September if not resolved
6/6 is a remote PD day 6hr 40 min
6/7 in person clerical day 6hr 20 min
Mr. Kevin will be posting SLT committee information - moving forward next year the dates will be posted - outside members can request to join but can not speak
Schedules - she has not decided if next year will be 8 periods for the middle school - looking into options scheduling and staffing etc.
Testing schedule was discussed - it was easier for coverage purposes to keep same day schedule however, it was explained that people gained/lost preps missed gym etc. She is working on technology grants and plans on requesting all grades except 3rd to test on computers -
All per sessions postings that are from the school budget must be posted to all staff
Postions such as Peer Recruiter is a nomination by the Principal at the request of the district/central office and paid by them, therefore, does not require a posting to the staff
Organization sheet will be given out on or before clerical day
The coaches that come in know that it is voluntary and it is encourage to speak to them about your needs as well as limit them taking up preps etc. Let them know that you only have 10 min etc. or ask them to communicate in writing
Staff meetings are no longer required but she will address the entire staff as needed
Ms. Obrien stated that the last minute emails shouldn't happen - working on responding to staff - sometimes done verbally - flag urgent emails
Ms. Obrien is encouraging propsals/criterias done by the teacher and presented to her for approval for events - such as concerts, science fairs etc. Will be working on a "main school calendar" so that things are planned out from September.
We are moving to a digital swiping in system - more infor to follow
There is discussion for next year to move the dismissal from the main door
Any change in prep coverage should be brought to Kelly's attention - for example if a teacher is asked to cover but another is already there etc call the office to clarity who should be there
Ms. Obrein will do her best to schedule grades to have a common prep separate from a weekly grade meeting and meet with subjects in the middle school
I also asked if one of my uft times can be a weekly check in with her so that issues/concerns don't wait a month if needed to be discussed sooner
4/9/24 - Following items were discussed -
Teacher Center still a consideration - waiting on budget
Will send out survey to staff regarding school events/committees for next year
Preference sheet sent out will ask a question about whether your are returning this questions is OPTIONAL
Recess is now part of lunch time
She is open to SBO suggestions
Meeting with the paras to discuss the UFT handbook will be scheduled
Discussed possibility/concerns for an 8 period day
Subs should not have cart keys
4E language in rubric
If you want to volunteer for coverages, send Ms. Obrien an email
Observations should be what is seen and heard
3/12/24 - Following items were discusses
PD committee underway - survey was sent out to staff
I requested paper towels and wipes for the teacher lounge
Ms. Obrien agreed that report cards should be done prior to PTC - will try to schedule that way next school year
And regarding next school year, around May, I would like to set up committees for next year such as Event, Sunshine etc. Also would like to have a calendar of all the activities/events/spirit for the year by the beginning of next school year for both UFT and school events.
2:20 Dismissal - you should not be in your room when the bell rings and if you are you may lead your class out of the building
You are able to start discarding old programs a little at a time moving into HMH. Obviously hold onto items from programs we are still using in case another class/grade can use the materials.
Preference sheets forthcoming - please be detailed in your choice goal is to do the schedule for next year prior to June
Still following up with the teacher center
I gave Ms. Obrien a copy of the Comp Positions - Suggested Dean for lower grades since we have the student count for it.
I have requested a meeting to discuss budget with her
Regarding morning post and services. Since out students do come in late, especially middle school, can they start first period instead of when school starts.
UFT has a para handbook - looking to make copies to distribute to para's
Media club will be working on recording the morning announcements so teacher can play them when they want.
Recess for kids - working on logistics
Trips - Supervisor for walking trips/ Mr. Durso for busses/ Ms. Collins for lunches
Coverage pool is being worked on
2/13/24 - Following items were discussed
PD Committee was chosen - all who applied are on the committee - Congratulations to Ms. Hughes Ms. Leimsider Ms. Russo Ms. Smith and Ms. Demarco
Bathroom floors with water will hopefully be addressed
If your schedule is being changed and you are losing the prep that makes up for when you are at your team meeting, please let Ms. Obrien and admin know immediately.
Email response - she acknowledges that her response is slow, Ms. Obrien suggests is there is something of an urgent nature and she hasn't responded to flag it, follow up with her or let Kelly know.
Academic recovery -I will elaborate on this at our next meeting but please refer to the Student Removal Form for the protocol.
Inside and outside boards are due 3/15 and 5/10 - If you are receiving notices about what is on your bulletin board please let me know because you shouldn't be!
If anyone has had a claim/investigation against them and haven't received a letter of resolution either one stating that it was unsubstantiated or a letter to your file, please let me know
Next Special Educated Committee date is March 26. Please submit any issues to Ms. Manishor.
1/23/24 Following items were discussed:
As far as coverages - splitting classes should come before pulling ENL or SpEd teachers. Ms.Obrien is awaiting directions from SI. Keep track of dates being pulled from servicing your students.
As far as clusters picking up or dropping off students to lunch. Due to scheduling, it can not be a schoolwide policy, however, arrangements can be made between the teachers. Any questions, reach out to me.
If a child that was removed from another class and placed in yours and it causing a disruption, please let your supervisor know. If nothing is said, it will continue.
The schedule person I spoke to suggested an entire new schedule, Ms Obrien stated that the teachers that have 4/5 in a row this year will be "taken care of" next year as far as scheduling goes. If you have an unbearable schedule, please let me know.
K report cards can be changed but you would still have to put it in STARS.
Let me know if no one responds when you call for help.
Other topics that if you see not taken care of, let me know
Recording when you call the school updated
School website updated
Kindergarten bathroom
2nd floor bathroom water
Paras working with students/no phones
MOSL confirmation
Teacher lounge in progress
PreK lunches staying as is
Kids getting picked up for services
No agenda for teacher meetings
Special ed complaint was escalated to SI from SpEd consulation meeting
12/12/23 Following items were discussed:
Ms. Sautner made a form for supplies request
Personnel rotation for coverages
Suicide prevention liasion picked form crisis team/ 988 posters
PD committee will be a post for per session
12/5/23 - Special Education Consultation was held. There will be another one in the Spring - Following items were discussed:
Process/powerpoint for deesclation protocol will be sent out to the staff
Subs/paras - a para resume was sent by Tabio
SESIS training will be planned as a PD. PD committee will be set up in the new year.
Paras are to attend services with their students.
11/28/23 - Following items were discussed :
Basic supplies - if you need supplies, email Ms. Collins. Looking to have a request form done to submit for supplies.
Coverages still an issue will be put on next month's agenda as well.
If you are not getting a response from admin, please let me know but Ms. Obrien said she addressed it with admin.
There is someone at all exits for dismissal with a radio.
If there is a PD with information that providers might miss, an email should be going out to update those who were not in attendance.
Scheduling issues are still being addressed as well as teacher team meeting/preps. I have been in contact with UFT memebers for assistance in redoing the schedule.
Kindergarten wing bathrooms - custodians are aware - remind kids to be "good citizens"
Save room is something that she is looking to have - not possible at this time.
PD committee needs to be established
Suggested 222 as music room
You should have received slips to fill out when a child goes to the nurse.
10/31/23 - We met with Ms. Obrien and the following items were disussed:
If a rotation list for coverage should be done
Purpose of tracking/Data/Progress monitoring. Same data shouldn't be entered multiple times
Teacher team agendas done during meeting time rotation
Consequences for students - There will be "academic recovery" time after school
Bathrooms being locked due to lack of aides
Recess for kids - should be in Spring
Elementary dismissal - you should be "kid free" by 2:20.
9/26/23 We met with Ms. Obrien and the following items were discussed:
Scheduling inconsistent - suggested 47 min periods instead of 45 and 50.
Teacher Center on hold for this year.
Setting up of committees to have more voices
They are working on correcting preps on schedules
They can not dictate the bulletin boards
4/27/23 and 5/17/23 due to scheduling and CSI meetings, Consultation meetings were cancelled.
3/21/23 - consultation was cancelled due to the meeting I had to attend with Ms. Shapiro with NYSDOE. However, on 3/30/23 I spoke to her regarding the following items -
Staff members that are using their preps for grade conferences that are being held by administration should either get an actual prep period that day or compensated for their time. They can only take one prep per term. Please keep track of the dates that you are attending these meetings, I will follow up with Ms. Shapiro after the break.
Student of the month will hopefully return next school year.
Breakfast back in the lunch room is also a possibility for next school year.
Students temperatures are still being taking to avoid a child with fever from entering the building.
Dismissal - I will mention it again since kids are being sent up at 8:12 but dismissal is after 2:15 for some of us.
8th grade prom - there is a list of students that some staff members feel should not be allowed to go to prom due to their behavior in and out of the classroom. She will look at the list and decide whether or not they will be allowed to attend.
2/28/23
- Regarding the condition of the third floor staff bathroom, Ms. Shapiro will speak to Travis.
-Regarding the kids being able to leave the lunchroom if they are going home to go back to the classroom alone to pick up their things, Ms. Shapiro will notify the office go get them to be escorted up, not to go alone.
-Ms. Shapiro wants to do a "spirit week" week every month.
-March Madness info posted on this site.
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