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I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. Award for Design of South and North High School Science Buildings

III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items

IV. Public Comments on Action Items

V. Consent Agenda Action Items from June 23, 2008

A. Approval of Human Resources Report of June 16, 2008
B. Approval of Work Session Minutes of June 9, 2008 and Regular Meeting Minutes of
June 23, 2008
C. Approval of Memberships
1. Michigan Association of School Boards
D. Approval of Resolution on Indemnification
1. Liability Indemnification
2. Asbestos Indemnification
a. Operation and Maintenance Employees
b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator
E. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds
F. Approval of Designated Agent
G. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2008-09
H. Approval of Textbooks
1. Honors Biology
2. Middle School Social Studies
3. Grade 5 Social Studies Atlas
I. Approval of Contract with Temporary School Services
J. Approval of Technology Purchases
1. Microsoft License Agreement
2. Reconditioned Laptop Computers
3. Web Hosting Service
4. Renewal of License for Backup Software
K. Approval of Accounts Payable

VI. Regular Agenda Action Items from June 23, 2008

A. Approval of New NEOLA Policy Manual

VII. Action Items for August 25, 2008

A. Approval of Human Resources Report of July 23, 2008
B. Approval of Minutes of July 28, 2008
C. Approval of Tuition Rates for 2008-09
D. Approval of Third Party Dependent Audit
E. Approval of Textbooks for Mandarin Chinese Course

VIII. Information and Discussion

A. Monthly Financial Report
B. Bond and Sinking Fund Projects for 2008-09
C. Updated Class Size Report
D. District Legal Counsel

IX. Future Meetings

A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 25, 2008, 8 p.m., South High School

X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

XII. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:07:06 -0400 july-28th-2008-grosse-pointe-public-school-board Monthly meeting of the Grosse Pointe Public School System Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Award for Design of South and North High School Science Buildings III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items IV. Public Comments on Action Items V. Consent Agenda Action Items from June 23, 2008 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of June 16, 2008 B. Approval of Work Session Minutes of June 9, 2008 and Regular Meeting Minutes of June 23, 2008 C. Approval of Memberships 1. Michigan Association of School Boards D. Approval of Resolution on Indemnification 1. Liability Indemnification 2. Asbestos Indemnification a. Operation and Maintenance Employees b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator E. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds F. Approval of Designated Agent G. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2008-09 H. Approval of Textbooks 1. Honors Biology 2. Middle School Social Studies 3. Grade 5 Social Studies Atlas I. Approval of Contract with Temporary School Services J. Approval of Technology Purchases 1. Microsoft License Agreement 2. Reconditioned Laptop Computers 3. Web Hosting Service 4. Renewal of License for Backup Software K. Approval of Accounts Payable VI. Regular Agenda Action Items from June 23, 2008 A. Approval of New NEOLA Policy Manual VII. Action Items for August 25, 2008 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of July 23, 2008 B. Approval of Minutes of July 28, 2008 C. Approval of Tuition Rates for 2008-09 D. Approval of Third Party Dependent Audit E. Approval of Textbooks for Mandarin Chinese Course VIII. Information and Discussion A. Monthly Financial Report B. Bond and Sinking Fund Projects for 2008-09 C. Updated Class Size Report D. District Legal Counsel IX. Future Meetings A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 25, 2008, 8 p.m., South High School X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XII. Adjournment no 1:42:50 June 23rd, 2008 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education Fri, 11 Jul 2008 17:55:31 -0400 june-23rd-2008-meeting-of-the-gppss-board-of-educ School Board Meeting for June 23rd, 2008 ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Recognitions 1. Timothy Shield 2. Tom Zaglaniczny 3.. Green School Designation a. Trombly b. Poupard 4. South Girl’s Tennis Team, Class A State Championship III. Public Hearing on 2008-09 School Budget IV. Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program V. Public Comments on Action Items VI. Regular Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report of May 19, 2008 B. Approval of Business Items of May 30, 2008 C. Approval of Bank Line of Credit Borrowing D. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3 E. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of May 27, 2008 F. Approval of 2008-09 School Year Budget G. Approval of Approval of Textbooks 1. Chemistry Textbook 2. High School Economics Textbook 3. Supplemental Atlas Set for 6th and 7th Grade World History 4. 8th Grade Conceptual Physics Textbook 5. High School Geometry 6. K-5 Mathematics Series 7. Social Studies Materials for Grades K, 1, 2 and 5 H. Purchase of Honors and Regular World History and American Government Textbooks I. Approval of Third Party Dependent Audit J. Approval of South Old Pool Floor In-Fill Bids K. Approval of Contracts for Central Office Administrators L. Approval of Technology Purchase 1. Reconditioned Computers 2. Cisco SmartNet Renewal M. Approval of Enrollment for Children of Employees VII. Action Items for July 28, 2008 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of June 16, 2008 B. Approval of Business Items of June 30, 2008 C. Approval of Work Session Minutes of June 9, 2008 and Regular Meeting Minutes of June 23, 2008 D. Approval of Gifts 1. Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education E. Approval of New NEOLA Policy Manual F. Approval of Memberships 1. Michigan Association of School Boards 2. Michigan High School Athletic Association G. Approval of Resolution on Indemnification 1. Liability Indemnification 2. Asbestos Indemnification a. Operation and Maintenance Employees b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator H. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds I. Approval of Legal Counsel for 2008-09 J. Approval of Designated Agent K. Approval of School Breakfast Program L. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2008-09 M. Approval of Textbooks 1. Honors Biology Textbook 2. Middle School Social Studies Textbooks 3. Grade 5 Social Studies Atlas N. Approval of Contract with Temporary School Services O. Approval of Technology Purchases 1. Microsoft License Agreement 2. Reconditioned Laptop Computers 3. Web Hosting Service 4. Renewal of License for Backup Software VIII. Information and Discussion A. Monthly Financial Report IX. Future Meetings A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, July 28, 2008, 6 p.m., South High School B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, July 28, 2008, 8 p.m., South High School X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XII. Adjournment no 2:58:00 May 27th, 2008 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.


I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. Staff and Student Recognitions

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Regular Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Report of April 18, 2008
B. Approval of Business Items of April 30, 2008
C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of April 28, 2008 and Closed
and Work Session Minutes of May 13, 2008
D. Approval of Resolution on State Aid Borrowing
E. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice
F. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees
G. Approval of Resolution on Wayne County RESA Budget
H. Approval of Bids
1. Defer Air-Conditioning
2. South Fire Alarm
3. North Parking Lot
4. Parcells Parking Lot
I. Approval of Contract for Cafeteria Services
J. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2
K. Approval of High School Course - Digital Seminars

V. Action Items for June 23, 2008

A. Approval of Human Resources Report of May 19, 2008
B. Approval of Business Items of May 30, 2008
C. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3
D. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of May 27, 2008
E. Approval of 2008-09 School Year Budget
F. Approval of Textbooks
1. Chemistry Textbook
2. High School Economics Textbook
3. Supplemental Atlas Set for 6th and 7th Grade World History
4. 8th Grade Conceptual Physics Textbook
5. High School Geometry
6. K-5 Mathematics Series
7. Social Studies Materials for Grades K, 1, 2 and 5
G. Purchase of Honors and Regular World History and American Government Textbooks
H. Approval of Third Party Dependent Audit
I. Approval of Technology Purchase
1. Reconditioned Computers
2. CISCO SmartNet Renewal

VI. Information and Discussion

A. Monthly Financial Report

VII. Future Meetings

A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, June 9, 2008, 6 p.m., 389 St. Clair
B. Work Session of the Board, Monday, June 23, 2008, 6:00 p.m., North High School
C. Public Hearing on 2008-09 Budget, June 23, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School
D. Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program, June 23, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High
School
E. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 23, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School

VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

X. Adjournment

]]> Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:15:34 -0400 may-27th-2008-meeting-of-the-gppss-board-of-educa May 27th, 2008 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Staff and Student Recognitions III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Regular Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report of April 18, 2008 B. Approval of Business Items of April 30, 2008 C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of April 28, 2008 and Closed and Work Session Minutes of May 13, 2008 D. Approval of Resolution on State Aid Borrowing E. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice F. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees G. Approval of Resolution on Wayne County RESA Budget H. Approval of Bids 1. Defer Air-Conditioning 2. South Fire Alarm 3. North Parking Lot 4. Parcells Parking Lot I. Approval of Contract for Cafeteria Services J. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2 K. Approval of High School Course - Digital Seminars V. Action Items for June 23, 2008 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of May 19, 2008 B. Approval of Business Items of May 30, 2008 C. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3 D. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of May 27, 2008 E. Approval of 2008-09 School Year Budget F. Approval of Textbooks 1. Chemistry Textbook 2. High School Economics Textbook 3. Supplemental Atlas Set for 6th and 7th Grade World History 4. 8th Grade Conceptual Physics Textbook 5. High School Geometry 6. K-5 Mathematics Series 7. Social Studies Materials for Grades K, 1, 2 and 5 G. Purchase of Honors and Regular World History and American Government Textbooks H. Approval of Third Party Dependent Audit I. Approval of Technology Purchase 1. Reconditioned Computers 2. CISCO SmartNet Renewal VI. Information and Discussion A. Monthly Financial Report VII. Future Meetings A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, June 9, 2008, 6 p.m., 389 St. Clair B. Work Session of the Board, Monday, June 23, 2008, 6:00 p.m., North High School C. Public Hearing on 2008-09 Budget, June 23, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School D. Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program, June 23, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School E. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 23, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 2:30:00 April 28th, 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.


I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. Distinguished Volunteers

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Regular Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Resolution Recognizing Distinguished Volunteers
B. Approval of Human Resources Report of March 19, 2008
C. Approval of Business Items of March 31, 2008
D. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of March 31, 2008 and Work
Session Minutes of April 14, 2008
E. Approval of Resolution for Layoff of Teaching Personnel
F. Approval of Bids
1. North Fire Alarm
2. Brownell Univent
3. Brownell Classroom Renovations
G. Approval of Algebra I Textbook

V. Action Items for May 27, 2008

A. Approval of Human Resources Report of April 18, 2008
B. Approval of Business Items of April 30, 2008
C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of April 28, 2008
D. Approval of Resolution on State Aid Borrowing
E. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice
F. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees
G. Approval of Resolution on Wayne County RESA Budget
H. Approval of Bids
1. Defer Air-Conditioning
2. South Fire Alarm
3. North Parking Lot
4. Parcells Parking Lot
I. Approval of Contract for Cafeteria Services
J. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2

VI. Information and Discussion

A. Budget Update and Monthly Financial Report
B. Technology Plan Review
C. High School Diplomas for World War II and Korean War Veterans

VII. Future Meetings

A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, May 12, 2008, 6 p.m., 389 St. Clair
B. Work Session of the Board, Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 6:00 p.m., North High School
C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School

VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

X. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 29 Apr 2008 19:15:24 -0400 april-28th-2008-gppss-board-of-education-meeting See Summary or Description for Agenda. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Distinguished Volunteers III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Regular Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Resolution Recognizing Distinguished Volunteers B. Approval of Human Resources Report of March 19, 2008 C. Approval of Business Items of March 31, 2008 D. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of March 31, 2008 and Work Session Minutes of April 14, 2008 E. Approval of Resolution for Layoff of Teaching Personnel F. Approval of Bids 1. North Fire Alarm 2. Brownell Univent 3. Brownell Classroom Renovations G. Approval of Algebra I Textbook V. Action Items for May 27, 2008 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of April 18, 2008 B. Approval of Business Items of April 30, 2008 C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of April 28, 2008 D. Approval of Resolution on State Aid Borrowing E. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice F. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees G. Approval of Resolution on Wayne County RESA Budget H. Approval of Bids 1. Defer Air-Conditioning 2. South Fire Alarm 3. North Parking Lot 4. Parcells Parking Lot I. Approval of Contract for Cafeteria Services J. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2 VI. Information and Discussion A. Budget Update and Monthly Financial Report B. Technology Plan Review C. High School Diplomas for World War II and Korean War Veterans VII. Future Meetings A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, May 12, 2008, 6 p.m., 389 St. Clair B. Work Session of the Board, Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 6:00 p.m., North High School C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 2:30:36 March 31st, 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. Recognitions
1. James Adams, South
2. Mark David, South
3. Grace Smith, Department of Curriculum and Instruction
4. Dan Griesbaum, High School Baseball Coaches Hall of Fame
5. Grosse Pointe North Girls Basketball Team
6. Grosse Pointe South Girls Ice Hockey Team
7. Grosse Pointe South Swimmer and Diver

B. Extended Day Kindergarten Registration

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Regular Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Grants from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education
B. Approval of Human Resources Report of February 13, 2008
C. Approval of Business Items of February 29, 2008
D. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of February 25, 2008 and Work
Session Minutes of March 10, 2008
E. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2008-09
1. Social Studies
2. Science
F. Approval of Mandarin Chinese Instruction at the Middle and High School Levels
G. Approval of New Course, Applied Medical Research with Clinical Investigation
H. Approval of Bids
1. Pierce Lockers
2. Terrazzo Floors
I. Approval of Architect Contracts for Ehresman & Associates

V. Action Items for April 28, 2008

A. Approval of Human Resources Report of March 19, 2008
B. Approval of Business Items of March 31, 2008
C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of March 31, 2008

D. Approval of Resolution Recognizing Distinguished Volunteers
E. Approval of Resolution for Layoff of Teaching Personnel
F. Approval of Bids
1. North Fire Alarm
2. Brownell Univent
3. Brownell Classroom Renovations
G. Approval of Algebra I Textbook

VI. Information and Discussion

A. Budget Update and Monthly Financial Report
B. District Food Service Survey Results and Actions

VII. Future Meetings

A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, April 14, 6:00 p.m., 389 St. Clair
B. Work Session of the Board, Monday, April 28, 2008, 6:00 p.m., North High School
C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 28, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School

VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

X. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 08 Apr 2008 15:36:14 -0400 march-31st-2008-gppss-board-of-education-meeting See Description or Summary for Agenda. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Recognitions 1. James Adams, South 2. Mark David, South 3. Grace Smith, Department of Curriculum and Instruction 4. Dan Griesbaum, High School Baseball Coaches Hall of Fame 5. Grosse Pointe North Girls Basketball Team 6. Grosse Pointe South Girls Ice Hockey Team 7. Grosse Pointe South Swimmer and Diver B. Extended Day Kindergarten Registration III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Regular Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Grants from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education B. Approval of Human Resources Report of February 13, 2008 C. Approval of Business Items of February 29, 2008 D. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of February 25, 2008 and Work Session Minutes of March 10, 2008 E. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2008-09 1. Social Studies 2. Science F. Approval of Mandarin Chinese Instruction at the Middle and High School Levels G. Approval of New Course, Applied Medical Research with Clinical Investigation H. Approval of Bids 1. Pierce Lockers 2. Terrazzo Floors I. Approval of Architect Contracts for Ehresman & Associates V. Action Items for April 28, 2008 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of March 19, 2008 B. Approval of Business Items of March 31, 2008 C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of March 31, 2008 D. Approval of Resolution Recognizing Distinguished Volunteers E. Approval of Resolution for Layoff of Teaching Personnel F. Approval of Bids 1. North Fire Alarm 2. Brownell Univent 3. Brownell Classroom Renovations G. Approval of Algebra I Textbook VI. Information and Discussion A. Budget Update and Monthly Financial Report B. District Food Service Survey Results and Actions VII. Future Meetings A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, April 14, 6:00 p.m., 389 St. Clair B. Work Session of the Board, Monday, April 28, 2008, 6:00 p.m., North High School C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 28, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 3:30:00 February 25th, 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. Recognitions
1. Patricia Guest, Ferry
2. JoEllen Cumpata, Parcells
3. Susan Fell, Parcells
B. District Code of Conduct Survey on Website

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Regular Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Report of January 23, 2008
B. Approval of Business Items of January 31, 2008
C. Approval of Closed Session, Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of
January 28, 2008 and Work Session Minutes of February 11, 2008
D. Approval of Ehresman and Associates as Architects of Record
E. Approval of Contract with Paraprofessionals
F. Approval of Contract with Technology Staff

V. Action Items for March 31, 2008

A. Approval of Human Resources Report of February 13, 2008
B. Approval of Business Items of February 29, 2008
C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of February 25, 2008
D. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2008-09
1. Social Studies
2. Science
E. Approval of Curriculum for Mandarin Chinese
F. Approval of Bids
1. Pierce Lockers
2. Terrazzo Floors
G. Approval of New Course, Applied Medical Research with Clinical Investigation

VI. Information and Discussion

A. Budget Update and Monthly Financial Report

VII. Future Meetings

A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, March 10, 2008, 6:00 p.m., 389 St. Clair
B. Work Session of the Board, Monday, March 31, 2008, 6:00 p.m., GP North HS
C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 31, 2008, 8:00 p.m., GP North HS

VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

X. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 26 Feb 2008 01:01:26 -0500 february-25th-2008-gppss-board-of-education-meeti See Description or Summary for Agenda. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Recognitions 1. Patricia Guest, Ferry 2. JoEllen Cumpata, Parcells 3. Susan Fell, Parcells B. District Code of Conduct Survey on Website III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Regular Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report of January 23, 2008 B. Approval of Business Items of January 31, 2008 C. Approval of Closed Session, Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of January 28, 2008 and Work Session Minutes of February 11, 2008 D. Approval of Ehresman and Associates as Architects of Record E. Approval of Contract with Paraprofessionals F. Approval of Contract with Technology Staff V. Action Items for March 31, 2008 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of February 13, 2008 B. Approval of Business Items of February 29, 2008 C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of February 25, 2008 D. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2008-09 1. Social Studies 2. Science E. Approval of Curriculum for Mandarin Chinese F. Approval of Bids 1. Pierce Lockers 2. Terrazzo Floors G. Approval of New Course, Applied Medical Research with Clinical Investigation VI. Information and Discussion A. Budget Update and Monthly Financial Report VII. Future Meetings A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, March 10, 2008, 6:00 p.m., 389 St. Clair B. Work Session of the Board, Monday, March 31, 2008, 6:00 p.m., GP North HS C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 31, 2008, 8:00 p.m., GP North HS VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 1:44:00 January 28th, 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. Moment of Silence for Michigan Soldier, Sgt. Peter Neesley
B. Recognitions
1. GRAMMY Signature Schools Award for Top 100 Music Programs –
North High School Vocal, Band and Orchestra Programs
2. South High School Music Student
3. School Board Recognition
C. Sodexho Food Service Survey on District Website

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Regular Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Report of January 8, 2008
B. Approval of Business Items of December 31, 2007
C. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of January 14, 2008 and Work Session Minutes of
December 17, 2007
D. Approval of Budget Parameters for the 2008-09 School Year
E. Approval of Middle School Program of Studies
F. Approval of Board Meeting Calendar

V. Future Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Report of January 23, 2008
B. Approval of Business Items of January 31, 2008
C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of January 28, 2008
D. Appointment of Ehresman and Assoicates as Architects of Record

VI. Information and Discussion

A. Update on Pool Construction – Barton Malow
B. Update on Fundraising for Pool Project
C. Monthly Financial Report

VII. Future Meetings

Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, February 11, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, February 11, 2008, 8:00 p.m.
C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, February 25, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, February 25, 2008, 8:00 p.m.

VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

X. Adjournment

]]> Wed, 30 Jan 2008 14:13:57 -0500 january-28th-2008-gppss-board-of-education-meetin See Summary or Description of Agenda or visit http://www.gpschools.org/agendas/2008/regular/1-28-08.pdf ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Moment of Silence for Michigan Soldier, Sgt. Peter Neesley B. Recognitions 1. GRAMMY Signature Schools Award for Top 100 Music Programs – North High School Vocal, Band and Orchestra Programs 2. South High School Music Student 3. School Board Recognition C. Sodexho Food Service Survey on District Website III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Regular Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report of January 8, 2008 B. Approval of Business Items of December 31, 2007 C. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of January 14, 2008 and Work Session Minutes of December 17, 2007 D. Approval of Budget Parameters for the 2008-09 School Year E. Approval of Middle School Program of Studies F. Approval of Board Meeting Calendar V. Future Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report of January 23, 2008 B. Approval of Business Items of January 31, 2008 C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of January 28, 2008 D. Appointment of Ehresman and Assoicates as Architects of Record VI. Information and Discussion A. Update on Pool Construction – Barton Malow B. Update on Fundraising for Pool Project C. Monthly Financial Report VII. Future Meetings Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, February 11, 2008, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, February 11, 2008, 8:00 p.m. C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, February 25, 2008, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, February 25, 2008, 8:00 p.m. VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 1:32:30 January 14th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report
III. Public Comments on Action Items
IV. Consent Meeting Action Items
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for December 5, 2007
B. Approval of Business Items
C. Approval of Procedures for On-Line Courses
D. Approval of Proposed Robotics Course
E. Approval of Revised Board ByLaws
F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1
G. Approval of Contract with Grosse Pointe Administrators Association
V. Regular Meeting Action Items
A. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 26, 2007
B. Approval of High School Program of Studies
C. Approval of District-Wide Facilities Bid - Roofing
D. Approval of Contract with Non-Instructional Supervisors
VI. Future Meeting Action Items
A. Acceptance of Office of Newly Elected Trustees; Administration of Oath of Office; and
Acknowledgement of Receipt of Acceptance and Affidavit of Eligibility
B. Election of Officers for 2008
C. Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories on
Accounts
D. Approval of Appointment of Isha Smith as Secondary Representative to the MAISL for
Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter
E. Approval of Human Resources Report
F. Approval of Business Items
G. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of December 10 and 17, 2007
H. Approval of Field Trips
1) South Choir Trip to Spain, February, 2008
2) South Instrumental Trip to the London Heritage of Music Festival in London,
England, March, 2008
VII. Information and Discussion
A. Statements from 2008 Board Officer Candidates
VIII. Future Meetings
Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 8:00 p.m.
C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items
X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
XI. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 15 Jan 2008 16:59:34 -0500 january-14th-2007-meeting-of-the-gppss-board-of-e Podcast of the GPPSS Board of Education Meeting. See Description or iTunes Summary for agenda. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Consent Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report for December 5, 2007 B. Approval of Business Items C. Approval of Procedures for On-Line Courses D. Approval of Proposed Robotics Course E. Approval of Revised Board ByLaws F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1 G. Approval of Contract with Grosse Pointe Administrators Association V. Regular Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 26, 2007 B. Approval of High School Program of Studies C. Approval of District-Wide Facilities Bid - Roofing D. Approval of Contract with Non-Instructional Supervisors VI. Future Meeting Action Items A. Acceptance of Office of Newly Elected Trustees; Administration of Oath of Office; and Acknowledgement of Receipt of Acceptance and Affidavit of Eligibility B. Election of Officers for 2008 C. Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories on Accounts D. Approval of Appointment of Isha Smith as Secondary Representative to the MAISL for Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter E. Approval of Human Resources Report F. Approval of Business Items G. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of December 10 and 17, 2007 H. Approval of Field Trips 1) South Choir Trip to Spain, February, 2008 2) South Instrumental Trip to the London Heritage of Music Festival in London, England, March, 2008 VII. Information and Discussion A. Statements from 2008 Board Officer Candidates VIII. Future Meetings Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 8:00 p.m. C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 8:00 p.m. IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XI. Adjournment no 2:26:00 December 17th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report
III. Public Comments on Action Items
IV. Consent Meeting Action Items
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for December 5, 2007
B. Approval of Business Items
C. Approval of Procedures for On-Line Courses
D. Approval of Proposed Robotics Course
E. Approval of Revised Board ByLaws
F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1
G. Approval of Contract with Grosse Pointe Administrators Association
V. Regular Meeting Action Items
A. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 26, 2007
B. Approval of High School Program of Studies
C. Approval of District-Wide Facilities Bid - Roofing
D. Approval of Contract with Non-Instructional Supervisors
VI. Future Meeting Action Items
A. Acceptance of Office of Newly Elected Trustees; Administration of Oath of Office; and
Acknowledgement of Receipt of Acceptance and Affidavit of Eligibility
B. Election of Officers for 2008
C. Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories on
Accounts
D. Approval of Appointment of Isha Smith as Secondary Representative to the MAISL for
Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter
E. Approval of Human Resources Report
F. Approval of Business Items
G. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of December 10 and 17, 2007
H. Approval of Field Trips
1) South Choir Trip to Spain, February, 2008
2) South Instrumental Trip to the London Heritage of Music Festival in London,
England, March, 2008
VII. Information and Discussion
A. Statements from 2008 Board Officer Candidates
VIII. Future Meetings
Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 8:00 p.m.
C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items
X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
XI. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:55:37 -0500 december-17th-2007-meeting-of-the-gppss-board-of December 17th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Consent Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report for December 5, 2007 B. Approval of Business Items C. Approval of Procedures for On-Line Courses D. Approval of Proposed Robotics Course E. Approval of Revised Board ByLaws F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1 G. Approval of Contract with Grosse Pointe Administrators Association V. Regular Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 26, 2007 B. Approval of High School Program of Studies C. Approval of District-Wide Facilities Bid - Roofing D. Approval of Contract with Non-Instructional Supervisors VI. Future Meeting Action Items A. Acceptance of Office of Newly Elected Trustees; Administration of Oath of Office; and Acknowledgement of Receipt of Acceptance and Affidavit of Eligibility B. Election of Officers for 2008 C. Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories on Accounts D. Approval of Appointment of Isha Smith as Secondary Representative to the MAISL for Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter E. Approval of Human Resources Report F. Approval of Business Items G. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of December 10 and 17, 2007 H. Approval of Field Trips 1) South Choir Trip to Spain, February, 2008 2) South Instrumental Trip to the London Heritage of Music Festival in London, England, March, 2008 VII. Information and Discussion A. Statements from 2008 Board Officer Candidates VIII. Future Meetings Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 8:00 p.m. C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 8:00 p.m. IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XI. Adjournment no 42:00 December 10th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report
A. Student Code of Conduct
III. Public Comments on Action Items
IV. Current Meeting Action Items
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 26, 2007
B. Approval of Business Items
C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 12, 2007
V. Future Meeting Action Items
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for December 5, 2007
B. Approval of Business Items
C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 26, 2007
D. Approval of Parameters for the Development of the 2008-09 Budget
E. Approval of Procedures for On-Line Courses
F. Approval of High School Program of Studies
G. Approval for Proposed Robotics Course
H. Approval of Revised Board ByLaws
I. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1
J. Approval of Contract with Grosse Pointe Administrators Association
K. Approval of Bid for Roofing
VI. Information and Discussion
A. Declaration of Candidacy for 2008 Board Officers
VII. Future Meetings
Meetings at Grosse Pointe South High School
A. Work Session of the Board, December 17, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 17, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 8:00 p.m.
C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 343-2047.
VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items
IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
X. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:55:14 -0500 december-10th-2007-meeting-of-the-gppss-board-of December 10th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education, Agenda in Summary and Description. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Student Code of Conduct III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Current Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 26, 2007 B. Approval of Business Items C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 12, 2007 V. Future Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report for December 5, 2007 B. Approval of Business Items C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 26, 2007 D. Approval of Parameters for the Development of the 2008-09 Budget E. Approval of Procedures for On-Line Courses F. Approval of High School Program of Studies G. Approval for Proposed Robotics Course H. Approval of Revised Board ByLaws I. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1 J. Approval of Contract with Grosse Pointe Administrators Association K. Approval of Bid for Roofing VI. Information and Discussion A. Declaration of Candidacy for 2008 Board Officers VII. Future Meetings Meetings at Grosse Pointe South High School A. Work Session of the Board, December 17, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 17, 2007, 8:00 p.m. Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 8:00 p.m. C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 8:00 p.m. Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 343-2047. VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 2:02:00 November 26th, 2007 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report
III. Public Comments on Action Items
IV. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 7, 2007
B. Approval of Business Items
C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of October 8, 2007
D. Approval of Math Textbook, Glencoe Pre-Algebra for Grade 9
V. Current Meeting Action Items
A. Approval of Audit Report
B. Approval of Bid for Lighting
C. Approval of Employment Contract for Community Relations Services
D. Approval of Contract with Support Personnel (GPESPA)
VI. Future Meeting Action Items
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 26, 2007
B. Approval of Business Items
C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 12, 2007
VII. Future Meetings
Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School
A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, December 10, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 10, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, December 17, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 17, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items
IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
X. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 27 Nov 2007 06:56:58 -0500 november-26th-2007-gppss-board-of-education-meeti See Summary or Description for Agenda. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 7, 2007 B. Approval of Business Items C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of October 8, 2007 D. Approval of Math Textbook, Glencoe Pre-Algebra for Grade 9 V. Current Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Audit Report B. Approval of Bid for Lighting C. Approval of Employment Contract for Community Relations Services D. Approval of Contract with Support Personnel (GPESPA) VI. Future Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 26, 2007 B. Approval of Business Items C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 12, 2007 VII. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, December 10, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 10, 2007, 8:00 p.m. C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, December 17, 2007, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 17, 2007, 8:00 p.m. VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 29:00 November 12th, 2007 GPPSS Board of Education Meting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 7:30 P.M.
I. Reception to Honor Staff
A. Recognition of D. Allan Diver as Michigan High School Principal of the Year
B. Recognition of Robin Hartnett
C. Recognition of MAC Coaches of the Year
D. Recognition of James Adams, Recipient of the Siemans Award for Advanced Placement
E. Recognition of South High School by the Siemans Foundation
ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report
A. Study of Chinese Language by the Educational Programs Leadership Council
B. Sodexho Food Service
C. Review of Student Code of Conduct
D. Board Work Session on International Baccalaureate Program , November 26, 2007
E. Election Results
III. Public Comments on Action Items
IV. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for October 1, 2007
B. Approval of Regular and Closed Session Meeting Minutes of September 24, 2007
C. Approval of Bid for CISCO Equipment
V. Current Meeting Action Items
A. Approval of Bid for Toshiba Copiers
B. Approval of Gifts from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education
1. North High School
2. Poupard Elementary School
C. Approval of Request to Name Maire Playground in Honor of Karl Pfaehler
VI. Future Meeting Action Items
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 7, 2007
B. Approval of Business Items
C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of October 8, 2007
D. Approval of Audit Report
E. Approval of Bids – Lighting
F. Approval of Math Textbook, Glencoe PreAlgebra for Grade 9
VII. Future Meetings
Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School
A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, November 26, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items
IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
X. Adjournment
Agenda

]]> Tue, 13 Nov 2007 10:17:29 -0500 november-12th-2007-gppss-board-of-education-metin See summary for agenda. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 7:30 P.M. I. Reception to Honor Staff A. Recognition of D. Allan Diver as Michigan High School Principal of the Year B. Recognition of Robin Hartnett C. Recognition of MAC Coaches of the Year D. Recognition of James Adams, Recipient of the Siemans Award for Advanced Placement E. Recognition of South High School by the Siemans Foundation ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Study of Chinese Language by the Educational Programs Leadership Council B. Sodexho Food Service C. Review of Student Code of Conduct D. Board Work Session on International Baccalaureate Program , November 26, 2007 E. Election Results III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report for October 1, 2007 B. Approval of Regular and Closed Session Meeting Minutes of September 24, 2007 C. Approval of Bid for CISCO Equipment V. Current Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Bid for Toshiba Copiers B. Approval of Gifts from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education 1. North High School 2. Poupard Elementary School C. Approval of Request to Name Maire Playground in Honor of Karl Pfaehler VI. Future Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 7, 2007 B. Approval of Business Items C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of October 8, 2007 D. Approval of Audit Report E. Approval of Bids – Lighting F. Approval of Math Textbook, Glencoe PreAlgebra for Grade 9 VII. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, November 26, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m. VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 1:30:00 Board Candidate Forum Presented by the League of Women Voters Thu, 18 Oct 2007 00:17:44 -0400 board-candidates-forum-presented-by-the-league-of The 2007 Candidate Forum of the Grosse Pointe Public School System sponsored by the League of Women Voters. Features the three candidates Charles Sabino, Fred Minturn, and John Steininger. The 2007 Candidate Forum of the Grosse Pointe Public School System sponsored by the League of Women Voters. Features the three candidates Charles Sabino, Fred Minturn, and John Steininger. no 1:30:00 October 8th, 2007 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report
A. Recognition of National Merit Semi-Finalists and Commended Students
B. District PA 25 Report
C. Enrollment Update

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Report for September 19, 2007
B. Approval of Closed Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of
September 10, 2007

V. Current Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Business Items for September, 2007

VI. Future Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Report for October 1, 2007
B. Approval of Regular and Closed Session Minutes of September 24, 2007
C. Approval of Bid for Toshiba Copiers
D. Approval of Bid for Cisco Equipment
E. Approval of Contract with Office Personnel (GPEAOP)

VII. Future Meetings

Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School
A. Board Work Session, Monday, October 22, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 22, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 12, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m.

VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

X. Adjournment

]]> Sat, 13 Oct 2007 13:52:44 -0400 october-9th-2007-gppss-board-of-education-meeting GPPSS Board of Education Meeting for October 9th, 2007. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Recognition of National Merit Semi-Finalists and Commended Students B. District PA 25 Report C. Enrollment Update III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report for September 19, 2007 B. Approval of Closed Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of September 10, 2007 V. Current Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Business Items for September, 2007 VI. Future Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report for October 1, 2007 B. Approval of Regular and Closed Session Minutes of September 24, 2007 C. Approval of Bid for Toshiba Copiers D. Approval of Bid for Cisco Equipment E. Approval of Contract with Office Personnel (GPEAOP) VII. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School A. Board Work Session, Monday, October 22, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 22, 2007, 8:00 p.m. C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 12, 2007, 8:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m. VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 2:49:00 September 24th, 2007 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report
A. Enrollment Update

III. Public Hearing on Truth in Taxation

IV. Public Comments on Action Items

V. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Report
B. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of August 27, 2007
C. Approval of Facilities Bids
1. Plumbing
2. Fencing
D. Approval of Tax Rates for 2007-08

VI. Current Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Business Items for September, 2007
B. Approval of Facility Bid - Ceilings
C. Approval of Neighborhood Club Lease
D. Approval of Revised Board Policy – JBC - Admissions

VII. Future Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Report
B. Approval of Business Items
C. Approval of Regular and Closed Session Minutes of September 10, 2007

VIII. Future Meetings

Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School
A. Board Work Session, Monday, October 8, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 8, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 22, 2007, 8:00 p.m.


IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

XI. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 25 Sep 2007 18:01:31 -0400 september-24th-2007-gppss-board-of-education-meet GPPSS Board of Education Meeting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Enrollment Update III. Public Hearing on Truth in Taxation IV. Public Comments on Action Items V. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report B. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of August 27, 2007 C. Approval of Facilities Bids 1. Plumbing 2. Fencing D. Approval of Tax Rates for 2007-08 VI. Current Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Business Items for September, 2007 B. Approval of Facility Bid - Ceilings C. Approval of Neighborhood Club Lease D. Approval of Revised Board Policy – JBC - Admissions VII. Future Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report B. Approval of Business Items C. Approval of Regular and Closed Session Minutes of September 10, 2007 VIII. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School A. Board Work Session, Monday, October 8, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 8, 2007, 8:00 p.m. C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 22, 2007, 8:00 p.m. IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XI. Adjournment no 47:10 September 10th, 2007 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report
A. Enrollment Update

III. Public Hearing on Truth in Taxation

IV. Public Comments on Action Items

V. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Report of August 22, 2007
B. Approval of K-12 Assessment Plan
C. Approval of Consultant Fees for Dr. Roger McCaig

VI. Current Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Business Items for August, 2007
B. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of August 13, 2007
C. Approval of Revised Board Policies
1. Admissions
2. High School Graduation Requirements

VII. Future Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Report
B. Approval of Business Items for September, 2007
C. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of August 27, 2007
D. Approval of Facilities Bids
1. Plumbing
2. Fencing
3. Accoustic Ceilings
E. Approval of Tax Rates for 2007-08
F. Approval of Lease for Neighborhood Club
VIII. Future Meetings

Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School
A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, September 24, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 24, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 8, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 22, 2007, 8:00 p.m.

IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

XI. Adjournment

]]> Mon, 10 Sep 2007 23:04:31 -0400 september-10th-2007-gppss-board-of-education-meet GPPSS Board of Education Meeting. See Description or Summary for Full Agenda. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Enrollment Update III. Public Hearing on Truth in Taxation IV. Public Comments on Action Items V. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report of August 22, 2007 B. Approval of K-12 Assessment Plan C. Approval of Consultant Fees for Dr. Roger McCaig VI. Current Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Business Items for August, 2007 B. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of August 13, 2007 C. Approval of Revised Board Policies 1. Admissions 2. High School Graduation Requirements VII. Future Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report B. Approval of Business Items for September, 2007 C. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of August 27, 2007 D. Approval of Facilities Bids 1. Plumbing 2. Fencing 3. Accoustic Ceilings E. Approval of Tax Rates for 2007-08 F. Approval of Lease for Neighborhood Club VIII. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, September 24, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 24, 2007, 8:00 p.m. C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 8, 2007, 8:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 22, 2007, 8:00 p.m. IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XI. Adjournment no 1:03:00 August 27th, 2007 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report
A. Construction Project Update

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items

A. Approval of Elementary Program of Studies
B. Approval of Agreement with Temporary School Staff
C. Approval of District Reinstatement Panel

V. Current Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Tuition Rates

VI. Future Meeting Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Report
B. Approval of Business Items
C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of August 13, 2007
D. Approval of K-12 Assessment Plan
1. K-12 Assessment Program Recommendations
2. Recommendation for Purchase of a Student Assessment Program
E. Approval of Consultant Fees for Dr. Roger McCaig
F. Approval of Revised Board Policies
1. Admissions
2. High School Graduation Requirements

VII. Future Meetings at Grosse Pointe South High School

A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 10, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 27, 2007, 8:00 p.m.

VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

X. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2007 15:06:51 -0400 august-27th-2007-gppss-board-of-education-meeting GPPSS Board of Education Meeting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Construction Project Update III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items A. Approval of Elementary Program of Studies B. Approval of Agreement with Temporary School Staff C. Approval of District Reinstatement Panel V. Current Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Tuition Rates VI. Future Meeting Action Items A. Approval of Human Resources Report B. Approval of Business Items C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of August 13, 2007 D. Approval of K-12 Assessment Plan 1. K-12 Assessment Program Recommendations 2. Recommendation for Purchase of a Student Assessment Program E. Approval of Consultant Fees for Dr. Roger McCaig F. Approval of Revised Board Policies 1. Admissions 2. High School Graduation Requirements VII. Future Meetings at Grosse Pointe South High School A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 10, 2007, 8:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 27, 2007, 8:00 p.m. VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 2:53:00 August 13th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. K-12 Assessment Committee Report

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Consent Agenda Items for August 13, 2007

A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July 1-18, 2007
B. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education for
Early Reading Support and Teacher Training
C. Approval of Purchase of Replacement Technology Items
1. Microsoft Software Renewal
2. Ardence Thin Client Licenses
3. Anti-Virus Software
4. Purchase of Reconditioned Computers
5. Cell Phone Bid
D. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board
E. Approval of Information on HPV for Middle School Adolescent Health
Curriculum
F. Rejection of Bid for Asbestos Removal at North High School
G. Approval of 9th Grade Freshman Assist Textbook
H. Approval of Contract with Servicar with Special Education Transportation

V. Agenda Action Items for August 13, 2007

A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July 18-31, 2007
B. Approval of Business Items for July, 2007
C. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of July 23, 2007
D. Approval of Contract with Sodexho for Cafeteria Services
E. Appointment of Study of IB Middle Years and Diploma Program

VI. Agenda Action Items for August 27, 2007

A. Approval of Elementary Program of Studies
B. Approval of Agreement with Temporary School Staff
C. Approval of District Reinstatement Panel
D. Approval of Tuition Rates

VII. Items for Information and Discussion for August 13, 2007

A. Enrollment Update

VIII. Future Meetings

Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School
A. Board Work Session, Monday, August 27, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 27, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Board Work Session, Monday, September 10, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 10, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
E. Board Work Session, Monday, September 24, 2007 6:00 p.m.
F. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 24, 8:00 p.m.

IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

XI. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 14 Aug 2007 23:06:21 -0400 august-13th-2007-meeting-of-the-gppss-board-of-ed GPPSS Board of Education Meeting for August 13, 2007. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. K-12 Assessment Committee Report III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Consent Agenda Items for August 13, 2007 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July 1-18, 2007 B. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education for Early Reading Support and Teacher Training C. Approval of Purchase of Replacement Technology Items 1. Microsoft Software Renewal 2. Ardence Thin Client Licenses 3. Anti-Virus Software 4. Purchase of Reconditioned Computers 5. Cell Phone Bid D. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board E. Approval of Information on HPV for Middle School Adolescent Health Curriculum F. Rejection of Bid for Asbestos Removal at North High School G. Approval of 9th Grade Freshman Assist Textbook H. Approval of Contract with Servicar with Special Education Transportation V. Agenda Action Items for August 13, 2007 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July 18-31, 2007 B. Approval of Business Items for July, 2007 C. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of July 23, 2007 D. Approval of Contract with Sodexho for Cafeteria Services E. Appointment of Study of IB Middle Years and Diploma Program VI. Agenda Action Items for August 27, 2007 A. Approval of Elementary Program of Studies B. Approval of Agreement with Temporary School Staff C. Approval of District Reinstatement Panel D. Approval of Tuition Rates VII. Items for Information and Discussion for August 13, 2007 A. Enrollment Update VIII. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School A. Board Work Session, Monday, August 27, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 27, 2007, 8:00 p.m. C. Board Work Session, Monday, September 10, 2007, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 10, 2007, 8:00 p.m. E. Board Work Session, Monday, September 24, 2007 6:00 p.m. F. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 24, 8:00 p.m. IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XI. Adjournment no 2:15:00 July 23rd, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. Update from Senator Martha Scott
B. Summer Learning Program
C. Chinese Bridge for American and Korean Schools Delegation Trip

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for July 23, 2007

A. Approval of Human Resources Report for June 1 - 11, 2007
B. Approval of Two New Reserved Titles for Grade 6
C. Approval of One General Adoption for Language Arts Instruction
D. Approval of Michigan Association of School Board (MASB) Membership
E. Approval of Clark Hill for General Counsel
F. Approval of Resolution on Indemnification
1. Liability Indemnification
2. Asbestos Indemnification
a. Operation and Maintenance Employees
b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator
G. Adoption of Resolution on School Breakfast Program
H. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds
I. Approval of Appointment of Designated Agent
J. Approval of Three Reserved Titles for 4/5 Magnet Program

V. Agenda Action Items for July 23, 2007

A. Approval of Human Resources Reports for June 11-30, 2007
B. Approval of Business Items for June, 2007
C. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meetings of May 29, 2007 and June 11, 2007
D. Approval of Continuance of Funds and Accounts and Designation of
Signatories on Accounts
E. Approval of Study of IB Middle Years and Diploma Program
F. Approval of Contract with Grosse Pointe Education/MEA-NEA
VI. Review of Agenda Items for August 13, 2007

A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July, 2007
B. Approval of Business Items for July, 2007
C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Minutes of July 23, 2007
D. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education for
Early Reading Support and Teacher Training
E. Approval of Contract with Sodexho for Cafeteria Services
F. Approval of Purchase of Replacement Technology Items
1. Microsoft Software Renewal
2. Ardence Thin Client Licenses
3. Anti-virus Software
4. Purchase of Reconditioned Computers
5. Cell Phone Bid
G. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board
H. Approval of Information on HPV for Middle School Adolescent Health
Curriculum
I. Rejection of Bid for Asbestos Removal at North High School
J. Approval of 9th Grade Freshman Assist Textbook
K. Approval of Contract with Servicar for Special Education Transportation

VII. Items for Information and Discussion for July 23, 2007

A. Project Update
B. Monthly Financial Report
C. Upcoming 2007 Regular School Board Election

VIII. Future Meetings

Meetings at Grosse Pointe South High School
A. Board Work Session, Monday, August 13, 2007 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 13, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Board Work Session, Monday, August 27, 2007 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 27, 8:00 p.m.

IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

XI. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 24 Jul 2007 13:47:54 -0400 july-23rd-2007-meeting-of-the-gpppss-board-of-edu Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education - See Description for Agenda. More at http://www.gpschools.org ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Update from Senator Martha Scott B. Summer Learning Program C. Chinese Bridge for American and Korean Schools Delegation Trip III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for July 23, 2007 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for June 1 - 11, 2007 B. Approval of Two New Reserved Titles for Grade 6 C. Approval of One General Adoption for Language Arts Instruction D. Approval of Michigan Association of School Board (MASB) Membership E. Approval of Clark Hill for General Counsel F. Approval of Resolution on Indemnification 1. Liability Indemnification 2. Asbestos Indemnification a. Operation and Maintenance Employees b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator G. Adoption of Resolution on School Breakfast Program H. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds I. Approval of Appointment of Designated Agent J. Approval of Three Reserved Titles for 4/5 Magnet Program V. Agenda Action Items for July 23, 2007 A. Approval of Human Resources Reports for June 11-30, 2007 B. Approval of Business Items for June, 2007 C. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meetings of May 29, 2007 and June 11, 2007 D. Approval of Continuance of Funds and Accounts and Designation of Signatories on Accounts E. Approval of Study of IB Middle Years and Diploma Program F. Approval of Contract with Grosse Pointe Education/MEA-NEA VI. Review of Agenda Items for August 13, 2007 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July, 2007 B. Approval of Business Items for July, 2007 C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Minutes of July 23, 2007 D. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education for Early Reading Support and Teacher Training E. Approval of Contract with Sodexho for Cafeteria Services F. Approval of Purchase of Replacement Technology Items 1. Microsoft Software Renewal 2. Ardence Thin Client Licenses 3. Anti-virus Software 4. Purchase of Reconditioned Computers 5. Cell Phone Bid G. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board H. Approval of Information on HPV for Middle School Adolescent Health Curriculum I. Rejection of Bid for Asbestos Removal at North High School J. Approval of 9th Grade Freshman Assist Textbook K. Approval of Contract with Servicar for Special Education Transportation VII. Items for Information and Discussion for July 23, 2007 A. Project Update B. Monthly Financial Report C. Upcoming 2007 Regular School Board Election VIII. Future Meetings Meetings at Grosse Pointe South High School A. Board Work Session, Monday, August 13, 2007 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 13, 2007, 8:00 p.m. C. Board Work Session, Monday, August 27, 2007 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 27, 8:00 p.m. IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XI. Adjournment no 3:11:00 June 11th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Public Hearing on the School Breakfast Program 2007-2008

III. Public Hearing on the Budget for 2007-2008

IV. Superintendent’s Report

A. Highlights of 2006-2007 School Year

V. Public Comments on Action Items

VI. Consent Agenda Action for June 11, 2007

A. Human Resources Report for May, 2007
B. Approval of Bids
1. Flooring
2. Concrete
3. Masonry
4. Doors

VII. Agenda Action Items for June 11, 2007

A. Approval of Business Items – Accounts Payable for May, 2007
B. Approval of Minutes of Closed, Work and Regular Sessions of May 14, 2007,
Work Session and Regular Meeting of May 29, 2007, and Regular Meeting
Minutes of May 31, 2007
C. Approval of Donation for Air Conditioning for Richard Elementary School
D. Approval of Bid for Richard Air Conditioning
E. Approval of Contract for Central Office Administrators for 2007-2009
F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3
G. Approval of Budget for 2007-2008
H. Approval of Revisions to the District Library Agreement
I. Approval of Board Meeting Calendar for 2007-2008
J. Approval of State Aid Cash Flow Borrowing for 2007-2008
VIII. Review of Agenda Action Items for July 9, 2007

A. Approval of Human Resources Report for June, 2007
B. Approval of Business Items for June, 2007
C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes for June 11, 2007
D. Approval of Three Reserved Titles for 4/5 Magnet Program
E. Approval of Two New Reserved Titles for Grade 6
F. Approval of One General Adoption for Language Arts Instruction
G. Approval of Memberships
1. Michigan Association of School Boards
2. Michigan High School Athletic Association
H. Approval of Clark Hill for General Counsel
I. Approval to Study IB Middle Years and Diploma Program
J. Resolution on Indemnification
1. Liability Indemnification
2. Asbestos Indemnification
a. Operation and Maintenance Employees
b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator
K. Adoption of Resolution on School Breakfast Program
L. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds
M. Continuance of Funds and Accounts and Designation of Signatories on Accounts
N. Appointment of Designated Agent

IX. Items for Information and Discussion for June 11, 2007

A. Project Update
B. Report on Services for Struggling Learners

X. Future Meetings

Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Board Work Session, Monday, July 9, 2007 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, July 9, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Board Work Session, Monday, July 23, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, July 23, 2007, 8:00 p.m.

XI. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

XII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

XIII. Adjournment

]]> Wed, 13 Jun 2007 08:48:06 -0400 june-11th-2007-meeting-of-the-gppss-board-of-educ GPPSS Board of Education Meeting ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Public Hearing on the School Breakfast Program 2007-2008 III. Public Hearing on the Budget for 2007-2008 IV. Superintendent’s Report A. Highlights of 2006-2007 School Year V. Public Comments on Action Items VI. Consent Agenda Action for June 11, 2007 A. Human Resources Report for May, 2007 B. Approval of Bids 1. Flooring 2. Concrete 3. Masonry 4. Doors VII. Agenda Action Items for June 11, 2007 A. Approval of Business Items – Accounts Payable for May, 2007 B. Approval of Minutes of Closed, Work and Regular Sessions of May 14, 2007, Work Session and Regular Meeting of May 29, 2007, and Regular Meeting Minutes of May 31, 2007 C. Approval of Donation for Air Conditioning for Richard Elementary School D. Approval of Bid for Richard Air Conditioning E. Approval of Contract for Central Office Administrators for 2007-2009 F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3 G. Approval of Budget for 2007-2008 H. Approval of Revisions to the District Library Agreement I. Approval of Board Meeting Calendar for 2007-2008 J. Approval of State Aid Cash Flow Borrowing for 2007-2008 VIII. Review of Agenda Action Items for July 9, 2007 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for June, 2007 B. Approval of Business Items for June, 2007 C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes for June 11, 2007 D. Approval of Three Reserved Titles for 4/5 Magnet Program E. Approval of Two New Reserved Titles for Grade 6 F. Approval of One General Adoption for Language Arts Instruction G. Approval of Memberships 1. Michigan Association of School Boards 2. Michigan High School Athletic Association H. Approval of Clark Hill for General Counsel I. Approval to Study IB Middle Years and Diploma Program J. Resolution on Indemnification 1. Liability Indemnification 2. Asbestos Indemnification a. Operation and Maintenance Employees b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator K. Adoption of Resolution on School Breakfast Program L. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds M. Continuance of Funds and Accounts and Designation of Signatories on Accounts N. Appointment of Designated Agent IX. Items for Information and Discussion for June 11, 2007 A. Project Update B. Report on Services for Struggling Learners X. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School A. Board Work Session, Monday, July 9, 2007 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, July 9, 2007, 8:00 p.m. C. Board Work Session, Monday, July 23, 2007, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, July 23, 2007, 8:00 p.m. XI. Public Comments on Non-Action Items XII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XIII. Adjournment no 3:22:00 May 29th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report
A. School Safety Update
B. Student Code of Conduct

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for May 29, 2007
A. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees
B. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice for 2007-2008
C. Approval of Bid for North Asbestos Removal
D. Approval of South High School “S” Building Roof
E. Approval of Middle School Honors Social Studies Textbooks

V. Action Items for May 29, 2007
A. Approval of Resolution on WCRESA Budget for 2007-2008

VI. Review of Agenda Items for June 11, 2007
A. Public Hearing on the Budget for 2007-2008
B. Public Hearing on the School Breakfast Program
C. Review of Action Items for June 11, 2007
1. Human Resources Report for May, 2007
2. Approval of Contract for Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
3. Business Items – Accounts Payable for May, 2007
4. Approval of Minutes of May, 2007
5. Approval of Resolution Amending Bylaws and Board Policy to Change Annual
Organizational Meeting
6. Approval of Bids
a. Flooring
b. Concrete
c. Masonry
d. Doors
e. Richard Air Conditioning
7. Approval of Donation for Air Conditioning for Richard Elementary School
8. Approval of Contract for Central Office Administrators for 2007-2009
9. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3
10. Approval of Budget for 2007-2008
11. Approval of Revisions to the District Library Agreement
12. Approval of Board Meeting Calendar for 2007-2008

VII. Items for Information and Discussion for May 29, 2007
A. Monthly Financial Report
B. International Baccalaureate Program

VIII. Future Meetings
Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Board Work Session, Monday, June 11, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 11, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items
X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
XI. Adjournment

]]> Wed, 30 May 2007 09:49:57 -0400 may-29th-2007-meeting-of-the-gppss-board-of-educa Meeting of the Grosse Pointe Public School System Board of Education for May 29th, 2007 ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. School Safety Update B. Student Code of Conduct III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for May 29, 2007 A. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees B. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice for 2007-2008 C. Approval of Bid for North Asbestos Removal D. Approval of South High School “S” Building Roof E. Approval of Middle School Honors Social Studies Textbooks V. Action Items for May 29, 2007 A. Approval of Resolution on WCRESA Budget for 2007-2008 VI. Review of Agenda Items for June 11, 2007 A. Public Hearing on the Budget for 2007-2008 B. Public Hearing on the School Breakfast Program C. Review of Action Items for June 11, 2007 1. Human Resources Report for May, 2007 2. Approval of Contract for Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources 3. Business Items – Accounts Payable for May, 2007 4. Approval of Minutes of May, 2007 5. Approval of Resolution Amending Bylaws and Board Policy to Change Annual Organizational Meeting 6. Approval of Bids a. Flooring b. Concrete c. Masonry d. Doors e. Richard Air Conditioning 7. Approval of Donation for Air Conditioning for Richard Elementary School 8. Approval of Contract for Central Office Administrators for 2007-2009 9. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3 10. Approval of Budget for 2007-2008 11. Approval of Revisions to the District Library Agreement 12. Approval of Board Meeting Calendar for 2007-2008 VII. Items for Information and Discussion for May 29, 2007 A. Monthly Financial Report B. International Baccalaureate Program VIII. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School A. Board Work Session, Monday, June 11, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 11, 2007, 8:00 p.m. IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XI. Adjournment no 2:38:59 May 14th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Action Items for May 14, 2007

A. Human Resources Report for April, 2007
B. Business Items – Accounts Payable for April, 2007
C. Approval of Meeting Minutes of April 2, 2007, Work Session Minutes of April
16, 2007, Regular Board Meeting Minutes of April 16 and 30, 2007, and
Closed Session Minutes of April 30, 2007
D. Approval of Second of Two Bid Packets for the Pool and Gymnasium Project at
South High School
E. Approval of Middle School Honors Science Textbooks
F. Approval of Middle School Mathematics Textbooks

V. Review of Action Items for May 29, 2007

A. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees
B. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice for 2007-2008
C. Approval of Resolution on WCRESA Budget for 2007-2008
D. Approval of Bid for North Asbestos Removal
E. Approval of South High School “S” Building Roof
F. Approval of Middle School Honors Social Studies Textbooks

VI. Items for Information and Discussion for May 14, 2007

A. Enrollment Update
B. Project Update

VII. Future Meetings

Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Board Work Session, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Board Work Session, Monday, June 11, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 11, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
E. Board Work Session, Monday, June 25, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
F. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 25, 2007, 8:00 p.m.

VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

X. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 15 May 2007 17:16:53 -0400 may-14th-2007-meeting-of-the-gppss-board-of-educa GPPSS Board of Education Meeting for May 14th, 2007 - See Description for Agenda ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Action Items for May 14, 2007 A. Human Resources Report for April, 2007 B. Business Items – Accounts Payable for April, 2007 C. Approval of Meeting Minutes of April 2, 2007, Work Session Minutes of April 16, 2007, Regular Board Meeting Minutes of April 16 and 30, 2007, and Closed Session Minutes of April 30, 2007 D. Approval of Second of Two Bid Packets for the Pool and Gymnasium Project at South High School E. Approval of Middle School Honors Science Textbooks F. Approval of Middle School Mathematics Textbooks V. Review of Action Items for May 29, 2007 A. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees B. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice for 2007-2008 C. Approval of Resolution on WCRESA Budget for 2007-2008 D. Approval of Bid for North Asbestos Removal E. Approval of South High School “S” Building Roof F. Approval of Middle School Honors Social Studies Textbooks VI. Items for Information and Discussion for May 14, 2007 A. Enrollment Update B. Project Update VII. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School A. Board Work Session, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 8:00 p.m. C. Board Work Session, Monday, June 11, 2007, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 11, 2007, 8:00 p.m. E. Board Work Session, Monday, June 25, 2007, 6:00 p.m. F. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 25, 2007, 8:00 p.m. VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 1:26:00 April 30th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. Volunteer Recognition Awards
B. Middle School Honors Science Textbooks
C. Elementary and Middle School Mathematics Textbooks
D. Enrollment Update

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for April 30, 2007

A. Approval of Teacher Layoffs
B. Approval of Bid for Pierce Middle School Univent Replacement (Phase 2)

V. Action Items for April 30, 2007

A. Approval of Donation from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education
for the Elementary Foreign Language Program
B. Approval of First of Two Bid Packets for the Pool and Gymnasium Project at
South High School

VI. Review of Action Items for May 14, 2007

A. Human Resources Report for April, 2007
B. Business Items – Accounts Payable for April, 2007
C. Approval of Closed Session Minutes of April 2, 2007, Work Session Minutes of
April 16, 2007, Regular Board Meeting Minutes of April 16 and 30, 2007, and
Closed Session Minutes of April 30, 2007
D. Approval of Second of Two Bid Packets for the Pool and Gymnasium Project at
South High School
E. Approval of South High School “S” Building Roof

VII. Items for Information and Discussion for April 30, 2007

A. Monthly Financial Report
B. High School Diplomas for World War II and Korean War Veterans

VIII. Future Meetings

Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Board Work Session, Monday, May 14, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, May 14, 2007
C. Board Work Session, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 8:00 p.m.

IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

XI. Adjournment

]]> Sun, 06 May 2007 22:13:22 -0400 april-30th-2007-meeting-of-the-gppss-board-of-edu April 30, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Volunteer Recognition Awards B. Middle School Honors Science Textbooks C. Elementary and Middle School Mathematics Textbooks D. Enrollment Update III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for April 30, 2007 A. Approval of Teacher Layoffs B. Approval of Bid for Pierce Middle School Univent Replacement (Phase 2) V. Action Items for April 30, 2007 A. Approval of Donation from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education for the Elementary Foreign Language Program B. Approval of First of Two Bid Packets for the Pool and Gymnasium Project at South High School VI. Review of Action Items for May 14, 2007 A. Human Resources Report for April, 2007 B. Business Items – Accounts Payable for April, 2007 C. Approval of Closed Session Minutes of April 2, 2007, Work Session Minutes of April 16, 2007, Regular Board Meeting Minutes of April 16 and 30, 2007, and Closed Session Minutes of April 30, 2007 D. Approval of Second of Two Bid Packets for the Pool and Gymnasium Project at South High School E. Approval of South High School “S” Building Roof VII. Items for Information and Discussion for April 30, 2007 A. Monthly Financial Report B. High School Diplomas for World War II and Korean War Veterans VIII. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School A. Board Work Session, Monday, May 14, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, May 14, 2007 C. Board Work Session, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 8:00 p.m. IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XI. Adjournment no 2:14:00 April 16th, 2007 Meeting of the Board ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. First Robotics Team Presentation
B. Monteith Principal Hiring Update
C. Middle School and High School Course Planning for 2007-08

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for April 16, 2007

A. Human Resources Report for March, 2007
B. Business Items – Accounts Payable for March, 2007
C. Approval of Regular Board Meeting Minutes of March 12 and 26, 2007,
Special Meeting Minutes of March 15 and 19, 2007, and Closed Session
Minutes of March 26, 2007

V. Review of Action Items for April 30, 2007

A. Approval of Contract with the Grosse Pointe Plant and Cafeteria
Association/MEA
B. Approval of First of Two Bid Packets for South High School Pool and
Gymnasium Project
C. Approval of Preliminary Budget Summary for 2007-2008
D. Approval of Teacher Layoffs
E. Bids - Pierce Middle School Univent Replacement (Phase 2)

VI. Items for Information and Discussion for April 16, 2007

A. Project Update

VII. Future Meetings

Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Board Closed Session, Monday, April 30, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 30, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Board Work Session, Monday, May 14, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, May 14, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
E. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 8:00 p.m.

VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

X. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 17 Apr 2007 15:08:49 -0400 april-16th-2007-meeting-of-the-board Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education for April 16th, 2007 ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. First Robotics Team Presentation B. Monteith Principal Hiring Update C. Middle School and High School Course Planning for 2007-08 III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for April 16, 2007 A. Human Resources Report for March, 2007 B. Business Items – Accounts Payable for March, 2007 C. Approval of Regular Board Meeting Minutes of March 12 and 26, 2007, Special Meeting Minutes of March 15 and 19, 2007, and Closed Session Minutes of March 26, 2007 V. Review of Action Items for April 30, 2007 A. Approval of Contract with the Grosse Pointe Plant and Cafeteria Association/MEA B. Approval of First of Two Bid Packets for South High School Pool and Gymnasium Project C. Approval of Preliminary Budget Summary for 2007-2008 D. Approval of Teacher Layoffs E. Bids - Pierce Middle School Univent Replacement (Phase 2) VI. Items for Information and Discussion for April 16, 2007 A. Project Update VII. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School A. Board Closed Session, Monday, April 30, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 30, 2007, 8:00 p.m. C. Board Work Session, Monday, May 14, 2007, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, May 14, 2007, 8:00 p.m. E. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 8:00 p.m. VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 1:40:28 March 26th, 2007 Meeting of the Board ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. South High School Hockey Team State Championship
B. Update on State School Aid and State Budget

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for March 26, 2007

A. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2007-2008
1. High School Mathematics Curriculum Sequences and Courses in Pre-
Algebra, Algebra and Geometry
B. Approval of Elementary Foreign Language Curriculum
C. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2
D. Approval of Contract with Professional Educational Services Group, LLC

V. Action Items for March 26, 2007

A. Approval of Resolution for Distinguished Volunteer Awards
B. Approval of Renovation of Brownell Science Labs
C. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2007-2008
1. Grades 7-8 Honors Science
2. Grades 7-8 Honors Social Studies

VI. Review of Consent Agenda Action Items for April 16, 2007

A. Human Resources Report for March, 2007
B. Business Items – Accounts Payable for March, 2007
C. Approval of Regular Board Meeting Minutes of March 12 and 26, Special
Meeting Minutes of March 15 and 19, 2007, and Closed Session Minutes of
March 26, 2007
D. Approval of 1st of 2 bid packets for South High School Pool Project
E. Approval of Preliminary Budget for 2007-2008
VI. Items for Information and Discussion for March 26, 2007

A. High School Study Update
B. Monthly Financial Report

VII. Future Meetings

Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Board Work Session, Monday, April 16, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 16, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Board Work Session, Monday, April 30, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 30, 2007, 8:00 p.m.

VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

X. Adjournment

]]> Thu, 29 Mar 2007 01:47:13 -0400 march-26th-2007-meeting-of-the-board March 26, 2007 Meeting of the Grosse Pointe Public School System Board of Education. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. South High School Hockey Team State Championship B. Update on State School Aid and State Budget III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for March 26, 2007 A. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2007-2008 1. High School Mathematics Curriculum Sequences and Courses in Pre- Algebra, Algebra and Geometry B. Approval of Elementary Foreign Language Curriculum C. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2 D. Approval of Contract with Professional Educational Services Group, LLC V. Action Items for March 26, 2007 A. Approval of Resolution for Distinguished Volunteer Awards B. Approval of Renovation of Brownell Science Labs C. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2007-2008 1. Grades 7-8 Honors Science 2. Grades 7-8 Honors Social Studies VI. Review of Consent Agenda Action Items for April 16, 2007 A. Human Resources Report for March, 2007 B. Business Items – Accounts Payable for March, 2007 C. Approval of Regular Board Meeting Minutes of March 12 and 26, Special Meeting Minutes of March 15 and 19, 2007, and Closed Session Minutes of March 26, 2007 D. Approval of 1st of 2 bid packets for South High School Pool Project E. Approval of Preliminary Budget for 2007-2008 VI. Items for Information and Discussion for March 26, 2007 A. High School Study Update B. Monthly Financial Report VII. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School A. Board Work Session, Monday, April 16, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 16, 2007, 8:00 p.m. C. Board Work Session, Monday, April 30, 2007, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 30, 2007, 8:00 p.m. VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent X. Adjournment no 2:45:00 March 19th, 2007 Special Meeting of the Board ORDER OF BUSINESS – 7:30 P.M.


I. Call To Order - Roll Call


II. Comments from the President of the Custodial Bargaining Unit, Tom
Zaglaniczny


III. Presentation on Provision of Custodial Services for the Grosse
Pointe Public School System

A. Aramark
B. Sodexho


IV. Public Comments


V. Adjournment

]]> Thu, 22 Mar 2007 18:12:01 -0400 march-19th-2007-special-meeting-of-the-board Special Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education Meeting for March 19, 2007. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 7:30 P.M. I. Call To Order - Roll Call II. Comments from the President of the Custodial Bargaining Unit, Tom Zaglaniczny III. Presentation on Provision of Custodial Services for the Grosse Pointe Public School System A. Aramark B. Sodexho IV. Public Comments V. Adjournment no 3:29:27 March 12th, 2007 Meeting of the Board ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. School Talk, Channel 20
B. Update on State School Aid Funding

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for March 12, 2007

A. Human Resources Report for February, 2007
B. Business Items - Accounts Payable for February, 2007
C. Approval of Regular, Work Session and Closed Session Minutes of
February 12 and 26, 2007

V. Action Items for March 12, 2007

A. Approval of Checks for Ehresman and Associates from January, 2007
Accounts Payable Report
B. Approval of Bids for Relocation of TV Studio at South High School
C. Approval of Fees for Camp O’Fun

VI. Review of Action Items for March 26, 2007

A. Approval of Resolution for Distinguished Volunteer Awards
B. Approval of Bids for Renovation of Brownell Science Labs
C. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2007 – 2008
1. High School Mathematics Sequence and Courses
2. Grades 7 – 8 Honors Science
3. Grades 7 – 8 Honors Social Studies
D. Approval of Elementary Foreign Language Curriculum
E. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2
F. Approval of Contract with Professional Educational Services Group, LLC
VII. Items for Information and Discussion for March 12, 2007

A. Project Update

VIII. Future Meetings

Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Board Work Session, Monday, March 26, 2007, 7:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Board Work Session, Monday, April 16, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 16, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
E. Board Work Session, Monday, April 30, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
F. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 30, 2007, 8:00 p.m.

IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

XI. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 20 Mar 2007 11:32:35 -0400 march-12th-2007-meeting-of-the-board March 12th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. School Talk, Channel 20 B. Update on State School Aid Funding III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for March 12, 2007 A. Human Resources Report for February, 2007 B. Business Items - Accounts Payable for February, 2007 C. Approval of Regular, Work Session and Closed Session Minutes of February 12 and 26, 2007 V. Action Items for March 12, 2007 A. Approval of Checks for Ehresman and Associates from January, 2007 Accounts Payable Report B. Approval of Bids for Relocation of TV Studio at South High School C. Approval of Fees for Camp O’Fun VI. Review of Action Items for March 26, 2007 A. Approval of Resolution for Distinguished Volunteer Awards B. Approval of Bids for Renovation of Brownell Science Labs C. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2007 – 2008 1. High School Mathematics Sequence and Courses 2. Grades 7 – 8 Honors Science 3. Grades 7 – 8 Honors Social Studies D. Approval of Elementary Foreign Language Curriculum E. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2 F. Approval of Contract with Professional Educational Services Group, LLC VII. Items for Information and Discussion for March 12, 2007 A. Project Update VIII. Future Meetings Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School A. Board Work Session, Monday, March 26, 2007, 7:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m. C. Board Work Session, Monday, April 16, 2007, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 16, 2007, 8:00 p.m. E. Board Work Session, Monday, April 30, 2007, 6:00 p.m. F. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 30, 2007, 8:00 p.m. IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XI. Adjournment no 1:40:00 February 26th, 2007 Meeting of the Board ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. Update on State School Aid Funding
B. Human Sexuality Advisory Board Vacancies for 2007 - 2008

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Consent Agenda Action Items

A. Approval of K-12 English/Language Arts
1. Grades K- 8 Modifications
2. Grades 9 – 12 Curriculum
B. Approval of Bids for South High School Projects
1. Terrazzo Stairs
2. Relocation of TV Studio
C. Approval of Elementary Foreign Language Recommendations

V. Action Items
A. Business Items – Accounts Payable
B. Approval of Fees for Camp O’Fun

VI. Review of Action Items for March 12, 2007
A. Human Resources Report
B. Business Items – Accounts Payable
C. Approval of Regular Board Meeting Minutes of February 12 and 26, 2007 and Work Session Minutes of February 12 and 26, 2007, Closed Session Minutes ofFebruary 12, 2007
D. Approval of Contribution from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education

VII. Items for Information and Discussion
A. High School Day Study Update
B. Monthly Financial Report

VIII. Future Meetings
Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Board Work Session, Monday, March 12, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 12, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Board Work Session, Monday, March 26, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m.

IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

XI. Adjournment

]]> Tue, 27 Feb 2007 17:53:13 -0500 february-26th-2007-meeting-of-the-board February 26th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II. Superintendent’s Report A. Update on State School Aid Funding B. Human Sexuality Advisory Board Vacancies for 2007 - 2008 III. Public Comments on Action Items IV. Consent Agenda Action Items A. Approval of K-12 English/Language Arts 1. Grades K- 8 Modifications 2. Grades 9 – 12 Curriculum B. Approval of Bids for South High School Projects 1. Terrazzo Stairs 2. Relocation of TV Studio C. Approval of Elementary Foreign Language Recommendations V. Action Items A. Business Items – Accounts Payable B. Approval of Fees for Camp O’Fun VI. Review of Action Items for March 12, 2007 A. Human Resources Report B. Business Items – Accounts Payable C. Approval of Regular Board Meeting Minutes of February 12 and 26, 2007 and Work Session Minutes of February 12 and 26, 2007, Closed Session Minutes ofFebruary 12, 2007 D. Approval of Contribution from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education VII. Items for Information and Discussion A. High School Day Study Update B. Monthly Financial Report VIII. Future Meetings Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School A. Board Work Session, Monday, March 12, 2007, 6:00 p.m. B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 12, 2007, 8:00 p.m. C. Board Work Session, Monday, March 26, 2007, 6:00 p.m. D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m. IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XI. Adjournment no 1:50:00 February 12, 2007 Meeting of the Board ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call

II. Superintendent’s Report

A. Update on State School Aid Funding
B. Human Sexuality Advisory Board Vacancies for 2007-2008
C. Elementary Foreign Language Forum
D. School Talk, Channel 20

III. Public Comments on Action Items

IV. Action Items

A. Human Resources Report
B. Business Items – Accounts Payable
C. Approval of Board Meeting Minutes of January 8 and 16, 2007, Work
Session Minutes of January 8, 2007 and Closed Session Minutes of
January 16, 2007

V. Review of Action Items for the Meeting of February 26, 2007

A. Approval of K-12 English/Language Arts
1. Grades K- 8 Modifications
2. Grades 9 – 12 Curriculum
B. Approval of Bids for South High School Projects
1. Terrazzo Stairs
2. Relocation of TV Studio
C. Approval of Elementary Foreign Language Recommendations
D. Approval of Fees for Camp O’Fun
E. Approval of Bids for Renovation of Brownell Middle School Science Lab
F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2
G. Approval of Donation from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education

VI. Items for Information and Discussion
A. Project Update

VII. Future Meetings

Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School
A. Board Work Session, Monday, February 26, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, February 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m.
C. Board Work Session, Monday, March 12, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 12, 2007, 8:00 p.m.

VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

X. Adjournment

]]> Thu, 15 Feb 2007 10:10:24 -0500 february-12-2007-meeting-of-the-board GPPSS Board of Education Meeting for February 12, 2007. ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. I. Call To Order/Pledge of Al