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      <title>Nov 28, 2011 Board of Education Meeting</title>
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      <title>Oct 24, 2011 Board of Education Meeting</title>
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<p>I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call</p>
<p>II. Superintendent’s Report </p>
<p>A. National Merit and Commended Students </p>
<p>B. South High School Girls Golf Team State Champions   </p>
<p> C. Distinguished Employee Recognition, November 28, 2011 </p>
<p> D. Recognition of Doctoral Degree for Thomas Harwood </p>
<p>III. Public Comments on Regular Action Items </p>
<p>IV. Agenda Action Items for October 24, 2011 </p>
<p>A. Approval of Human Resources Report for October, 2011</p>
<p>B. Approval of Minutes of the Closed Session of September 20, 2011 and the Work Session and </p>
<p>Regular Meeting of September 26, 2011</p>
<p>C. Approval of School Improvement Plans  </p>
<p>D. Approval of Annual District Goals  </p>
<p>E. Approval of 6</p>
<p>th</p>
<p>Grade Novel</p>
<p>1.  Peak by Roland Smith, 6</p>
<p>th</p>
<p>Grade and 6</p>
<p>th</p>
<p> Grade Honors Course  </p>
<p>F. Approval of Resolution to Honor Distinguished Employees  </p>
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<p>V.  Action Items for November 28, 2011 </p>
<p>A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 28, 2011</p>
<p>B. Approval of Minutes of October, 2011 </p>
<p>C. Approval of Contract for Human Resources Administrator</p>
<p> D. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1  </p>
<p>E. Approval of District Financial Audit Report </p>
<p>VI.  Information and Discussion </p>
<p>A. Enrollment Update and Class Size/Staff Allocation Report </p>
<p>B. Monthly Financial Report</p>
<p> C. Health Care Report</p>
<p>D. Field Trips for 2011-12 </p>
<p>E. Calendar of Assessment Activities</p>
<p>VII.  Future Meetings </p>
<p>A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, November 28, 2011, 6:30 p.m., South High School </p>
<p>B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 28, 2011, 8 p.m.,  South High School </p>
<p>VIII.  Public Comments on Non-Action Items</p>
<p>IX.  Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent</p>
<p>X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report 
A. National Merit and Commended Students 
B. South High School Girls Golf Team State Champions   
 C. Distinguished Employee Recognition, November 28, 2011 
 D. Recognition of Doctoral Degree for Thomas Harwood 
III. Public Comments on Regular Action Items 
IV. Agenda Action Items for October 24, 2011 
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for October, 2011
B. Approval of Minutes of the Closed Session of September 20, 2011 and the Work Session and 
Regular Meeting of September 26, 2011
C. Approval of School Improvement Plans  
D. Approval of Annual District Goals  
E. Approval of 6
th
Grade Novel
1.  Peak by Roland Smith, 6
th
Grade and 6
th
 Grade Honors Course  
F. Approval of Resolution to Honor Distinguished Employees  
  
V.  Action Items for November 28, 2011 
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 28, 2011
B. Approval of Minutes of October, 2011 
C. Approval of Contract for Human Resources Administrator
 D. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1  
E. Approval of District Financial Audit Report 
VI.  Information and Discussion 
A. Enrollment Update and Class Size/Staff Allocation Report 
B. Monthly Financial Report
 C. Health Care Report
D. Field Trips for 2011-12 
E. Calendar of Assessment Activities
VII.  Future Meetings 
A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, November 28, 2011, 6:30 p.m., South High School 
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 28, 2011, 8 p.m.,  South High School 
VIII.  Public Comments on Non-Action Items
IX.  Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
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      <title>Sep 26, 2011 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
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      <title>June 27, 2011 GPPSS Board Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. </p>
<p>I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call </p>
<p>II. Superintendent’s Report  </p>
<p>A. Service Academy Awards </p>
<p>  1. Ryan Ennis, U. S. Air Force </p>
<p>2. Alex Romer, U. S. Merchant Marines </p>
<p>3. Chelsea MacGriff, U. S. Naval Academy </p>
<p>  4. Nicole Strickland, U. S. Coast Guard </p>
<p> B.  School-Wide PBS Grants Program, Aimee Miller </p>
<p> C. 2010-2011 School Year in Review </p>
<p>III.  Public Hearing on 2011-2012 School Budget</p>
<p>IV.  Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program  </p>
<p>V. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items </p>
<p>VI. Public Comments on Regular Action Items  </p>
<p>VII. Consent Agenda Action Items from May 23, 2011 </p>
<p>A.  Approval of Contract for Food Services (V. D.)</p>
<p> B.  Approval of Technology Plan (V. E.) </p>
<p> C.  Approval of Reading Materials for Elementary Schools (V. F.)  </p>
<p> D.  Approval of Bid for Administration Building Roof Repairs/Replacement (V. G. 4.)</p>
<p> E.   Approval of Proposed Board Policy on Fund Equity (V. L.) </p>
<p> F.  Approval of Technology Purchases (V. M.) </p>
<p>  1.  Microsoft Software Renewal (V. M. 1.) </p>
<p>  2.  Secondary School Servers (V. M. 2.) </p>
<p>VIII.  Agenda Action Items for June 27, 2011 </p>
<p>A. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education</p>
<p>B. Human Resources Report for June, 2011</p>
<p> C. Approval of Work Session Minutes of May 2 and 23, 2011, Special Meeting Minutes of  </p>
<p>   May 2 and 10, 2011 and Regular Meeting Minutes of May 23, 2011  </p>
<p> D. Approval of Contract with EduStaff </p>
<p> E. Approval of Bids </p>
<p>  1.   North Life Skills Room Renovations</p>
<p>  2.  South Life Skills Room Renovations</p>
<p>  3.  South Hot Water Repairs at South</p>
<p> F.  Approval of Wayne County Center Program Agreement </p>
<p> G. Approval of Proposal from Wayne Metro Community Action Agency for a Head Start Program </p>
<p> H.  Approval of Elementary Study Recommendations  </p>
<p> I.  Approval of G.A.A.A. #2 </p>
<p> J.  Approval of Budget for 2011-2012</p>
<p>1.  Proposal for 2011-12 Budget Cut Proposal #1</p>
<p>2.  Proposal for 2011-12 Budget Cut Proposal #2Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081.</p>
<p>K. Approval of Field Trips </p>
<p>  A.  South High School Choir to Italy, February 12-25, 2012</p>
<p>  B.  South High School Orchestra to Italy, February 12-25, 2012 </p>
<p>IX. Action Items for July 25, 2011 </p>
<p>A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July, 2011 </p>
<p>B. Approval of Minutes of June, 2011 </p>
<p> C. Approval of Memberships </p>
<p>  1.  Michigan Association of School Boards </p>
<p>  2. Michigan High School Athletic Association </p>
<p> D. Approval of Resolution on Indemnification </p>
<p>  1. Liability Indemnification </p>
<p>  2. Asbestos Indemnification </p>
<p>   a.  Operation and Maintenance Employees</p>
<p>   b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator </p>
<p> E.  Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds</p>
<p> F.  Approval of Designated Agent </p>
<p> G.  Approval of School Breakfast program</p>
<p> H.  Approval of Authorized Debit/Credit Card Users</p>
<p> I.  Approval of Tuition Rates for 2011-2012</p>
<p> J. Approval of Cash Flow Borrowing for 2011-2012 </p>
<p> K.  Approval of Co-chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2011-2012</p>
<p>L.  Approval of Policies</p>
<p>  1.  Administrative Policy and Guideline 5771, Search and Seizure  </p>
<p>  2. Addition to Board Bylaws 0164.5, Remote Participation by Board Members at Board </p>
<p>   Meetings  </p>
<p>X. Information and Discussion  </p>
<p> A.  Monthly Financial Report</p>
<p> B. Health Care Report </p>
<p> C. Board of  Education Trustee Election  </p>
<p>XI. Future Meetings </p>
<p>A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, July 25, 2011at 6:00 p.m., South High School </p>
<p>B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, July 25, 2011, 8 p.m.,  South High School </p>
<p>XII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items </p>
<p>XIII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent </p>
<p>XIV. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
II. Superintendent’s Report  
A. Service Academy Awards 
  1. Ryan Ennis, U. S. Air Force 
2. Alex Romer, U. S. Merchant Marines 
3. Chelsea MacGriff, U. S. Naval Academy 
  4. Nicole Strickland, U. S. Coast Guard 
 B.  School-Wide PBS Grants Program, Aimee Miller 
 C. 2010-2011 School Year in Review 
III.  Public Hearing on 2011-2012 School Budget
IV.  Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program  
V. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
VI. Public Comments on Regular Action Items  
VII. Consent Agenda Action Items from May 23, 2011 
A.  Approval of Contract for Food Services (V. D.)
 B.  Approval of Technology Plan (V. E.) 
 C.  Approval of Reading Materials for Elementary Schools (V. F.)  
 D.  Approval of Bid for Administration Building Roof Repairs/Replacement (V. G. 4.)
 E.   Approval of Proposed Board Policy on Fund Equity (V. L.) 
 F.  Approval of Technology Purchases (V. M.) 
  1.  Microsoft Software Renewal (V. M. 1.) 
  2.  Secondary School Servers (V. M. 2.) 
VIII.  Agenda Action Items for June 27, 2011 
A. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education
B. Human Resources Report for June, 2011
 C. Approval of Work Session Minutes of May 2 and 23, 2011, Special Meeting Minutes of  
   May 2 and 10, 2011 and Regular Meeting Minutes of May 23, 2011  
 D. Approval of Contract with EduStaff 
 E. Approval of Bids 
  1.   North Life Skills Room Renovations
  2.  South Life Skills Room Renovations
  3.  South Hot Water Repairs at South
 F.  Approval of Wayne County Center Program Agreement 
 G. Approval of Proposal from Wayne Metro Community Action Agency for a Head Start Program 
 H.  Approval of Elementary Study Recommendations  
 I.  Approval of G.A.A.A. #2 
 J.  Approval of Budget for 2011-2012
1.  Proposal for 2011-12 Budget Cut Proposal #1
2.  Proposal for 2011-12 Budget Cut Proposal #2Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081.
K. Approval of Field Trips 
  A.  South High School Choir to Italy, February 12-25, 2012
  B.  South High School Orchestra to Italy, February 12-25, 2012 
IX. Action Items for July 25, 2011 
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July, 2011 
B. Approval of Minutes of June, 2011 
 C. Approval of Memberships 
  1.  Michigan Association of School Boards 
  2. Michigan High School Athletic Association 
 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 School Breakfast program
 H.  Approval of Authorized Debit/Credit Card Users
 I.  Approval of Tuition Rates for 2011-2012
 J. Approval of Cash Flow Borrowing for 2011-2012 
 K.  Approval of Co-chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2011-2012
L.  Approval of Policies
  1.  Administrative Policy and Guideline 5771, Search and Seizure  
  2. Addition to Board Bylaws 0164.5, Remote Participation by Board Members at Board 
   Meetings  
X. Information and Discussion  
 A.  Monthly Financial Report
 B. Health Care Report 
 C. Board of  Education Trustee Election  
XI. Future Meetings 
A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, July 25, 2011at 6:00 p.m., South High School 
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, July 25, 2011, 8 p.m.,  South High School 
XII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
XIII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
XIV. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Apr. 26, 2011 GPPSS Board Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. </p>
<p>I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call</p>
<p>II. Superintendent’s Report </p>
<p> A.  Recognitions  </p>
<p>   1.  Distinguished Volunteer Recognition </p>
<p>  2.  Student Athletes, Hannah and Haley Meier   </p>
<p> B. MEAP Scores for Elementary and Middle Schools                                                                              </p>
<p>III. Public Comments on Action Items </p>
<p>IV. Action Items for April 26, 2011</p>
<p>A.     Human Resources Report for April, 2011</p>
<p> B. Approval of Work Session Minutes of March 23, 2011 and Work Session and Regular Meeting</p>
<p>   Minutes of March 28, 2011</p>
<p> C.  Approval of Teacher Layoffs</p>
<p> D. Approval of Bids</p>
<p>  1.  South High School Gym Mechanical Systems  </p>
<p>  2.  South High School Track Resurfacing</p>
<p>  3.  North High School Parking Lot, Entrances and Monteith Resurfacing</p>
<p>  4.  Restrooms</p>
<p>    a. Defer</p>
<p>   b.  Trombly </p>
<p>    c. South </p>
<p> E.  Approval of Appointment of Auditors  </p>
<p> F. Approval of Non-Renewal for Teaching Staff</p>
<p>V. Action Items for May 23, 2011</p>
<p>A. Approval of Human Resources Report for May, 2011 </p>
<p>B. Approval of Minutes of April, 2011 </p>
<p>C. Approval of Wayne County RESA Board of Education Election</p>
<p> D.  Approval of Contract with Temporary School Services</p>
<p>E. Approval of Lease for Upscale Resale Shop </p>
<p>VI.  Information and Discussion </p>
<p>A. Budget Development Update for 2011-2012 </p>
<p>B. Monthly Financial Report</p>
<p> C. Health Care Report</p>
<p>VII.  Future Meetings </p>
<p>A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, May 23, 2011 at 6:00 p.m., South High School</p>
<p>B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, May 23, 2011, 8 p.m.,  South High School  Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081.</p>
<p>VIII.  Public Comments on Non-Action Items</p>
<p>IX.  Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent</p>
<p>X.  Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 A.  Recognitions  
   1.  Distinguished Volunteer Recognition 
  2.  Student Athletes, Hannah and Haley Meier   
 B. MEAP Scores for Elementary and Middle Schools                                                                              
III. Public Comments on Action Items 
IV. Action Items for April 26, 2011
A.     Human Resources Report for April, 2011
 B. Approval of Work Session Minutes of March 23, 2011 and Work Session and Regular Meeting
   Minutes of March 28, 2011
 C.  Approval of Teacher Layoffs
 D. Approval of Bids
  1.  South High School Gym Mechanical Systems  
  2.  South High School Track Resurfacing
  3.  North High School Parking Lot, Entrances and Monteith Resurfacing
  4.  Restrooms
    a. Defer
   b.  Trombly 
    c. South 
 E.  Approval of Appointment of Auditors  
 F. Approval of Non-Renewal for Teaching Staff
V. Action Items for May 23, 2011
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for May, 2011 
B. Approval of Minutes of April, 2011 
C. Approval of Wayne County RESA Board of Education Election
 D.  Approval of Contract with Temporary School Services
E. Approval of Lease for Upscale Resale Shop 
VI.  Information and Discussion 
A. Budget Development Update for 2011-2012 
B. Monthly Financial Report
 C. Health Care Report
VII.  Future Meetings 
A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, May 23, 2011 at 6:00 p.m., South High School
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, May 23, 2011, 8 p.m.,  South High School  Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081.
VIII.  Public Comments on Non-Action Items
IX.  Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
X.  Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Mar. 28, 2011 GPPSS Board Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. </p>
<p>I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call </p>
<p>II. Superintendent’s Report  </p>
<p>A.  Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education Technology Campaign Report                                   </p>
<p>B. Recognitions </p>
<p> 1. South Girls Varsity Hockey Team </p>
<p> 2. Presidential Scholar Candidates </p>
<p>  a. Stephen Morrison </p>
<p>  b. Dan Dou </p>
<p>  c. Natalie Sohn </p>
<p> 3. Myles-Amir Harlan, Performance for President Barack O bama  </p>
<p> 4. Susan Speirs, 2011 Frontiers in Physiology Professional Development Fellowship</p>
<p>C. MEAP Scores for Elementary and Middle Schools                                                                                </p>
<p>D. Summer, 2011 Programs </p>
<p>E. Update on Refinancing Energy Bonds </p>
<p>III. Public Comments on Action Items  </p>
<p>IV. Action Items for March 28, 2011 </p>
<p>A.     Approval of Gifts from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education</p>
<p>B.  Human Resources Report for March, 2011 </p>
<p> C.  Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of February 28, 2011</p>
<p> D.  Approval of Brownell Univent </p>
<p> E.  Approval of South Lighting and Ceiling Phase II</p>
<p> F.  Approval of Distinguished Volunteer Recognition Resolution  </p>
<p> G.  Approval to Assume Operation of Full Circle Resale Shop   </p>
<p> H.  Approval of Technology Purchases for Middle and High School</p>
<p>V. Action Items for April 26, 2011 </p>
<p>A. Approval of Human Resources Report for April, 2011 </p>
<p>B. Approval of Minutes of March, 2011 </p>
<p> C. Approval of Teacher Layoffs if needed  </p>
<p> D. Approval of  Bids  </p>
<p>  1.  South High School Gym Mechanical Systems</p>
<p>  2.  South High School Track </p>
<p>  3.  North High School Parking Lot, Entrances and Monteith Resurfacing  </p>
<p>  4.  Restrooms</p>
<p>   a. Defer </p>
<p>   b. Trombly </p>
<p>   c. South  </p>
<p> E.  Approval of Appointment of Auditors   </p>
<p>  Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081.</p>
<p>VI. Information and Discussion  </p>
<p> A. Budget Development Update for 2011-2012 </p>
<p> B.  Monthly Financial Report</p>
<p> C. Health Care Reports </p>
<p> D.  Diplomas for World War II and Korean War Veterans   </p>
<p>VII. Future Meetings </p>
<p>A. Work Session of the Board, Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at 6:00 p.m., South High School </p>
<p>B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, April 26, 2011, 8 p.m.,  South High School  </p>
<p>VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items </p>
<p>IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent </p>
<p>X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
II. Superintendent’s Report  
A.  Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education Technology Campaign Report                                   
B. Recognitions 
 1. South Girls Varsity Hockey Team 
 2. Presidential Scholar Candidates 
  a. Stephen Morrison 
  b. Dan Dou 
  c. Natalie Sohn 
 3. Myles-Amir Harlan, Performance for President Barack O bama  
 4. Susan Speirs, 2011 Frontiers in Physiology Professional Development Fellowship
C. MEAP Scores for Elementary and Middle Schools                                                                                
D. Summer, 2011 Programs 
E. Update on Refinancing Energy Bonds 
III. Public Comments on Action Items  
IV. Action Items for March 28, 2011 
A.     Approval of Gifts from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education
B.  Human Resources Report for March, 2011 
 C.  Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of February 28, 2011
 D.  Approval of Brownell Univent 
 E.  Approval of South Lighting and Ceiling Phase II
 F.  Approval of Distinguished Volunteer Recognition Resolution  
 G.  Approval to Assume Operation of Full Circle Resale Shop   
 H.  Approval of Technology Purchases for Middle and High School
V. Action Items for April 26, 2011 
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for April, 2011 
B. Approval of Minutes of March, 2011 
 C. Approval of Teacher Layoffs if needed  
 D. Approval of  Bids  
  1.  South High School Gym Mechanical Systems
  2.  South High School Track 
  3.  North High School Parking Lot, Entrances and Monteith Resurfacing  
  4.  Restrooms
   a. Defer 
   b. Trombly 
   c. South  
 E.  Approval of Appointment of Auditors   
  Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081.
VI. Information and Discussion  
 A. Budget Development Update for 2011-2012 
 B.  Monthly Financial Report
 C. Health Care Reports 
 D.  Diplomas for World War II and Korean War Veterans   
VII. Future Meetings 
A. Work Session of the Board, Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at 6:00 p.m., South High School 
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, April 26, 2011, 8 p.m.,  South High School  
VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
X. Adjournment </itunes:summary>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. </p>
<p>I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call</p>
<p>II. Superintendent’s Report  </p>
<p>A.  Student Recognition  </p>
<p> 1.  Scholastic Art Awards at North and South High School   </p>
<p>III. Public Comments on Action Items  </p>
<p>IV. Action Items for February 28, 2011 </p>
<p>A.     Human Resources Report for February, 2011</p>
<p> B. Approval of Work Session Minutes of January 12, 2011 and Regular Meeting Minutes of </p>
<p>   January 24, 2011</p>
<p> C.  Approval of Budget Development Parameters/Budget Preparation</p>
<p> D.  Approval of Reinstatement Panel </p>
<p> E.  Approval of NWEA Student License Fees </p>
<p> F. Approval of Additional Staffing  </p>
<p>  1.  Approval of Additional Classroom Assistant Staffing for Monteith (ERC)</p>
<p>  2.  Approval of Additional Social Work Allocation for Pierce Middle School</p>
<p> G.  Approval of a Request for Proposal for Professional Services  </p>
<p> H.  Approval of Resolution for Committee Proposal </p>
<p>V. Action Items for March 28, 2011 </p>
<p>A. Approval of Human Resources Report for March, 2011 </p>
<p>B. Approval of Minutes of February, 2011 </p>
<p> C. Approval of Appointment of Auditors </p>
<p> D.  Approval of Brownell Univent</p>
<p> E.  Approval of South Lighting and Ceiling Phase II </p>
<p> F. Approval of Distinguished Volunteer Recognition Resolution  </p>
<p> G. Approval to Assume Operation of Full Circle Resale Shop    </p>
<p>VI. Information and Discussion  </p>
<p> A.  Monthly Financial Report </p>
<p> B. Health Care Reports </p>
<p>VII. Future Meetings </p>
<p>A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, March 28, 2011, 6:00 p.m., South High School </p>
<p>B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 28, 2011, 8 p.m.,  South High School  </p>
<p>VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items </p>
<p>IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent </p>
<p>X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report  
A.  Student Recognition  
 1.  Scholastic Art Awards at North and South High School   
III. Public Comments on Action Items  
IV. Action Items for February 28, 2011 
A.     Human Resources Report for February, 2011
 B. Approval of Work Session Minutes of January 12, 2011 and Regular Meeting Minutes of 
   January 24, 2011
 C.  Approval of Budget Development Parameters/Budget Preparation
 D.  Approval of Reinstatement Panel 
 E.  Approval of NWEA Student License Fees 
 F. Approval of Additional Staffing  
  1.  Approval of Additional Classroom Assistant Staffing for Monteith (ERC)
  2.  Approval of Additional Social Work Allocation for Pierce Middle School
 G.  Approval of a Request for Proposal for Professional Services  
 H.  Approval of Resolution for Committee Proposal 
V. Action Items for March 28, 2011 
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for March, 2011 
B. Approval of Minutes of February, 2011 
 C. Approval of Appointment of Auditors 
 D.  Approval of Brownell Univent
 E.  Approval of South Lighting and Ceiling Phase II 
 F. Approval of Distinguished Volunteer Recognition Resolution  
 G. Approval to Assume Operation of Full Circle Resale Shop    
VI. Information and Discussion  
 A.  Monthly Financial Report 
 B. Health Care Reports 
VII. Future Meetings 
A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, March 28, 2011, 6:00 p.m., South High School 
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 28, 2011, 8 p.m.,  South High School  
VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
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<p>I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call </p>
<p>II. Superintendent’s Report </p>
<p>A. Student Recognition  </p>
<p>1. South High School Football Team </p>
<p>III. Public Comments on Action Items  </p>
<p>IV. Action Items for December 13, 2010 </p>
<p>A. Approval of Human Resources Report for December, 2010</p>
<p>B. Approval of Minutes for November 22, 2010</p>
<p> C.  Approval of Two New Policy Revisions and Modification of Administrative Guideline </p>
<p>  1.  Policy 5111.02 – Educational Opportunity for Military Children </p>
<p>  2.  Policy 6850 – Public Disclosure and Reporting </p>
<p>  3.  Administrative Guideline 5500A </p>
<p> D. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education    </p>
<p>V. Action Items for January 24, 2011 </p>
<p> A. Organizational Items for 2011 </p>
<p>  1.  Administration of Oath of Office of Newly Elected Trustee </p>
<p>  2.  Election of Officers</p>
<p>  3.  Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories on Accounts</p>
<p>4.  Approval of Appointment of Christian Fenton and Isha Smith as Representatives to MAISL</p>
<p>for Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter </p>
<p>  5.  Approval of Regular Board Meeting Calendar for 2011 </p>
<p> B. Approval of Human Resources Report for January, 2011 </p>
<p> C. Approval of Minutes for December, 2010 </p>
<p> D. Approval of Budget Development Parameters/Budget Preparation </p>
<p> E.  Approval of New Course – Middle School Graphic Design</p>
<p> F.  Approval of Extension of Existing Course for Grades 11 and 12 - Living On Your Own</p>
<p> G.  Approval of Rental Agreement for Campus Classroom in Grosse Pointe Park </p>
<p> H. Approval of Resolution for Energy Refinancing </p>
<p> I.  Approval of Secondary School Technology Purchases  </p>
<p>VI.  Information and Discussion</p>
<p>A. Declaration of Candidacy for 2011 Board Officers </p>
<p>B. Planning for Kindergarten for 2011-2012  </p>
<p> C.  Monthly Financial Report </p>
<p>D. Health Care Reports </p>
<p> E. Enrollment Update or Projections </p>
<p> F.  Wellness Policy UpdateAny disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081.</p>
<p>VII. Future Meetings </p>
<p>   </p>
<p>A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 24, 2011, 7 p.m., South High School </p>
<p>B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 24, 2011, 8 p.m.,  South High School  </p>
<p>VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items </p>
<p>IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent </p>
<p>X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
A. Student Recognition  
1. South High School Football Team 
III. Public Comments on Action Items  
IV. Action Items for December 13, 2010 
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for December, 2010
B. Approval of Minutes for November 22, 2010
 C.  Approval of Two New Policy Revisions and Modification of Administrative Guideline 
  1.  Policy 5111.02 – Educational Opportunity for Military Children 
  2.  Policy 6850 – Public Disclosure and Reporting 
  3.  Administrative Guideline 5500A 
 D. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education    
V. Action Items for January 24, 2011 
 A. Organizational Items for 2011 
  1.  Administration of Oath of Office of Newly Elected Trustee 
  2.  Election of Officers
  3.  Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories on Accounts
4.  Approval of Appointment of Christian Fenton and Isha Smith as Representatives to MAISL
for Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter 
  5.  Approval of Regular Board Meeting Calendar for 2011 
 B. Approval of Human Resources Report for January, 2011 
 C. Approval of Minutes for December, 2010 
 D. Approval of Budget Development Parameters/Budget Preparation 
 E.  Approval of New Course – Middle School Graphic Design
 F.  Approval of Extension of Existing Course for Grades 11 and 12 - Living On Your Own
 G.  Approval of Rental Agreement for Campus Classroom in Grosse Pointe Park 
 H. Approval of Resolution for Energy Refinancing 
 I.  Approval of Secondary School Technology Purchases  
VI.  Information and Discussion
A. Declaration of Candidacy for 2011 Board Officers 
B. Planning for Kindergarten for 2011-2012  
 C.  Monthly Financial Report 
D. Health Care Reports 
 E. Enrollment Update or Projections 
 F.  Wellness Policy UpdateAny disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081.
VII. Future Meetings 
   
A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 24, 2011, 7 p.m., South High School 
B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 24, 2011, 8 p.m.,  South High School  
VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
X. Adjournment    </itunes:summary>
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<br />IX.	Future Meetings<br />A.	Work Session of the Board, Monday, December 13, 2010, 7 p.m., South High School B.	Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 13, 2010, 8 p.m., South High School<br />X.	Public Comments on Non-Action Items XI.	Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XII.	Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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IX.	Future MeetingsA.	Work Session of the Board, Monday, December 13, 2010, 7 p.m., South High School B.	Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 13, 2010, 8 p.m., South High SchoolX.	Public Comments on Non-Action Items XI.	Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XII.	Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.<br />I.	Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II.	Superintendent’s Report<br />III.	Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items<br />IV.	Public Comments on Action Items<br />V.	Consent Agenda Action Items from June 28, 2010<br />A.	Approval of New Curriculum Program, 4th Grade Social Studies B.	Approval of 8th Grade Textbook for Honors English C.	Approval of Memberships<br />1.	Michigan Association of School Boards<br />2.	Michigan High School Athletic Association D.	Approval of Resolution on Indemnification<br />1.	Liability Indemnification 2.	Asbestos Indemnification<br />a.	Operation and Maintenance Employees<br />b.	Designated Asbestos Coordinator E.	Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds<br />F.	Approval of Designated Agent G.	Approval of School Breakfast Program (IX. H.) H.	Approval of Authorized Debit/Credit Card Users I.	Approval of Transfer Agent to Designate Electronic Funds J.	Approval of Tuition Rates for 2010-2011 K.	Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2010-2011<br />VI.	Action Items for July 26, 2010<br />A.	Approval of Human Resources Report for July, 2010 B.	Approval of Special Meeting Minutes of June 3 and 21, 2010 and Closed and Regular Meeting<br />Minutes of June 28, 2010<br />C.	Approval of Textbooks 1.	Middle School English Textbook 2.	Advanced Placement Literature and Composition<br />D.	Approval of Cash Flow Borrowing for 2010-2011 VII.	Action Items for August 23, 2010<br />A.	Approval of Human Resources Report for August, 2010 B.	Approval of Minutes of July, 2010 C.	Approval of Superintendent Goals and Evaluation Process<br />Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081.<br />7/20/2010 12:09 PM
<br />D.	Approval of Contract with Third Party Health Care Provider E.	Approval of 5th Grade Novels<br />The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles Pedro’s Journal The City of Ember Chasing Vermeer<br />The Web Files F.	Approval of Board Policy Revisions<br />1.	Policy 2431, Interscholastic Athletics 2.	Policy 5610.01, Permanent Expulsion 3.	Policy 5500a, Student Code of Conduct 4.	Policy 5500b, Athletic Codes of Conduct (new number)<br />VIII.	Information and Discussion<br />A.	Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports B.	Facilities Audit and Project Report C.	Security and Video Surveillance Program Report D.	Enrollment Update<br />IX.	Future Meetings<br />A.	Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 23, 2010, 8 p.m., Parcells Auditorium<br />X.	Public Comments on Non-Action Items XI.	Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XII.	Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.I.	Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II.	Superintendent’s ReportIII.	Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action ItemsIV.	Public Comments on Action ItemsV.	Consent Agenda Action Items from June 28, 2010A.	Approval of New Curriculum Program, 4th Grade Social Studies B.	Approval of 8th Grade Textbook for Honors English C.	Approval of Memberships1.	Michigan Association of School Boards2.	Michigan High School Athletic Association 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 School Breakfast Program (IX. H.) H.	Approval of Authorized Debit/Credit Card Users I.	Approval of Transfer Agent to Designate Electronic Funds J.	Approval of Tuition Rates for 2010-2011 K.	Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2010-2011VI.	Action Items for July 26, 2010A.	Approval of Human Resources Report for July, 2010 B.	Approval of Special Meeting Minutes of June 3 and 21, 2010 and Closed and Regular MeetingMinutes of June 28, 2010C.	Approval of Textbooks 1.	Middle School English Textbook 2.	Advanced Placement Literature and CompositionD.	Approval of Cash Flow Borrowing for 2010-2011 VII.	Action Items for August 23, 2010A.	Approval of Human Resources Report for August, 2010 B.	Approval of Minutes of July, 2010 C.	Approval of Superintendent Goals and Evaluation ProcessAny disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081.7/20/2010 12:09 PM
D.	Approval of Contract with Third Party Health Care Provider E.	Approval of 5th Grade NovelsThe Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles Pedro’s Journal The City of Ember Chasing VermeerThe Web Files F.	Approval of Board Policy Revisions1.	Policy 2431, Interscholastic Athletics 2.	Policy 5610.01, Permanent Expulsion 3.	Policy 5500a, Student Code of Conduct 4.	Policy 5500b, Athletic Codes of Conduct (new number)VIII.	Information and DiscussionA.	Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports B.	Facilities Audit and Project Report C.	Security and Video Surveillance Program Report D.	Enrollment UpdateIX.	Future MeetingsA.	Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 23, 2010, 8 p.m., Parcells AuditoriumX.	Public Comments on Non-Action Items XI.	Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XII.	Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.<br />I.	Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call II.	Superintendent’s Report<br />III.	Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items<br />IV.	Public Comments on Action Items<br />V.	Consent Agenda Action Items from June 28, 2010<br />A.	Approval of New Curriculum Program, 4th Grade Social Studies B.	Approval of 8th Grade Textbook for Honors English C.	Approval of Memberships<br />1.	Michigan Association of School Boards<br />2.	Michigan High School Athletic Association D.	Approval of Resolution on Indemnification<br />1.	Liability Indemnification 2.	Asbestos Indemnification<br />a.	Operation and Maintenance Employees<br />b.	Designated Asbestos Coordinator E.	Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds<br />F.	Approval of Designated Agent G.	Approval of School Breakfast Program (IX. H.) H.	Approval of Authorized Debit/Credit Card Users I.	Approval of Transfer Agent to Designate Electronic Funds J.	Approval of Tuition Rates for 2010-2011 K.	Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2010-2011<br />VI.	Action Items for July 26, 2010<br />A.	Approval of Human Resources Report for July, 2010 B.	Approval of Special Meeting Minutes of June 3 and 21, 2010 and Closed and Regular Meeting<br />Minutes of June 28, 2010<br />C.	Approval of Textbooks 1.	Middle School English Textbook 2.	Advanced Placement Literature and Composition<br />D.	Approval of Cash Flow Borrowing for 2010-2011 VII.	Action Items for August 23, 2010<br />A.	Approval of Human Resources Report for August, 2010 B.	Approval of Minutes of July, 2010 C.	Approval of Superintendent Goals and Evaluation Process<br />Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081.<br />7/20/2010 12:09 PM
<br />D.	Approval of Contract with Third Party Health Care Provider E.	Approval of 5th Grade Novels<br />The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles Pedro’s Journal The City of Ember Chasing Vermeer<br />The Web Files F.	Approval of Board Policy Revisions<br />1.	Policy 2431, Interscholastic Athletics 2.	Policy 5610.01, Permanent Expulsion 3.	Policy 5500a, Student Code of Conduct 4.	Policy 5500b, Athletic Codes of Conduct (new number)<br />VIII.	Information and Discussion<br />A.	Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports B.	Facilities Audit and Project Report C.	Security and Video Surveillance Program Report D.	Enrollment Update<br />IX.	Future Meetings<br />A.	Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 23, 2010, 8 p.m., Parcells Auditorium<br />X.	Public Comments on Non-Action Items XI.	Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XII.	Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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D.	Approval of Contract with Third Party Health Care Provider E.	Approval of 5th Grade NovelsThe Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles Pedro’s Journal The City of Ember Chasing VermeerThe Web Files F.	Approval of Board Policy Revisions1.	Policy 2431, Interscholastic Athletics 2.	Policy 5610.01, Permanent Expulsion 3.	Policy 5500a, Student Code of Conduct 4.	Policy 5500b, Athletic Codes of Conduct (new number)VIII.	Information and DiscussionA.	Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports B.	Facilities Audit and Project Report C.	Security and Video Surveillance Program Report D.	Enrollment UpdateIX.	Future MeetingsA.	Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 23, 2010, 8 p.m., Parcells AuditoriumX.	Public Comments on Non-Action Items XI.	Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent XII.	Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report
<br />A. Student Recognitions
<br />1. Brownell Science Awards from NASA
<br />2. Chemistry Olympiad Winner
<br />3. South TV Students Awards at Michigan Student Film and Video Festival
<br />4. National Latin Scholar Winners
<br />5. Wayne County’s Top Green School – Trombly
<br />6. North Pointe Newspaper Award
<br />7. North/South High School Science Fair Winners
<br />8. South High School Student, Lindsey Berg, Scholastic Art Award
<br />9. Brownell Beat Newspaper Award
<br />B. Summer Opportunities
<br />III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items
<br />V. Consent Agenda Action Items from April 26, 2010
<br />A. Approval of Resolution on Wayne RESA Budget
<br />B. Approval of Textbooks
<br />1. Statistics
<br />2. Introduction to Calculus
<br />C. Approval of Bids
<br />1. South “S” Lot and Auditorium Courtyard
<br />2. Maire Parking Lot
<br />3. System-wide Tuckpointing
<br />4. System-wide Concrete
<br />VI. Action Items for May 24, 2010
<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for May, 2010
<br />B. Approval of Work Session Minutes of April 12, 2010, Closed Session and Regular Meeting
<br />Minutes of April 26, 2010 and Closed Session Minutes of April 29, 2010
<br />C. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees
<br />D. Approval of Resolution for Layoff or Reduction of Employment of Support Personnel
<br />E. Approval of Bids
<br />1. System-wide Plumbing
<br />2. North Entrance Changes/Addition
<br />F. Approval to Decline Participation in Schools of Choice Resolution
<br />VII. Action Items for June 28, 2010
<br />A. Approval of 2010-2011 School Year Budget
<br />B. Approval of Human Resources Report for June, 2010
<br />C. Approval of Minutes of May, 2010
<br />D. Approval of Textbooks
<br />1. New English/Language Arts Course, Power of Language
<br />“Everything’s An Argument: With Readings”
<br />E. Approval of Transportation Bids for Special Education
<br />F. Approval of Bids
<br />1. System-wide Roofing Repairs
<br />2. Roof Replacement(s)
<br />3. Monteith ACM Removal Phase Four
<br />4. Brownell Field Improvements
<br />5. Poupard Playground
<br />G. Approval of Contract for Food Services
<br />H. Approval of Contract with PESG
<br />I. Approval of Technology Purchases
<br />1. Purchase of reconditioned computers
<br />2. Renewal of Toshiba copier leasing contract
<br />3. Purchase of SmartBoards
<br />4. AntiVirus Software
<br />5. Renewal of Microsoft Software
<br />6. Purchase of Elementary School Servers
<br />VIII. Information and Discussion
<br />A. Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports
<br />B. District Staff Development Plan
<br />C. Negotiations Update
<br />IX. Future Meetings
<br />A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 28, 2010, 8 p.m., Parcells Auditorium
<br />B. Public Hearing on 2010-11 Budget, June 28, 2010, 8 p.m., Parcells Auditorium
<br />C. Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program, June 28, 2010, 8 p.m. Parcells Auditorium
<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items
<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report
A. Student Recognitions
1. Brownell Science Awards from NASA
2. Chemistry Olympiad Winner
3. South TV Students Awards at Michigan Student Film and Video Festival
4. National Latin Scholar Winners
5. Wayne County’s Top Green School – Trombly
6. North Pointe Newspaper Award
7. North/South High School Science Fair Winners
8. South High School Student, Lindsey Berg, Scholastic Art Award
9. Brownell Beat Newspaper Award
B. Summer Opportunities
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items
IV. Public Comments on Action Items
V. Consent Agenda Action Items from April 26, 2010
A. Approval of Resolution on Wayne RESA Budget
B. Approval of Textbooks
1. Statistics
2. Introduction to Calculus
C. Approval of Bids
1. South “S” Lot and Auditorium Courtyard
2. Maire Parking Lot
3. System-wide Tuckpointing
4. System-wide Concrete
VI. Action Items for May 24, 2010
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for May, 2010
B. Approval of Work Session Minutes of April 12, 2010, Closed Session and Regular Meeting
Minutes of April 26, 2010 and Closed Session Minutes of April 29, 2010
C. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees
D. Approval of Resolution for Layoff or Reduction of Employment of Support Personnel
E. Approval of Bids
1. System-wide Plumbing
2. North Entrance Changes/Addition
F. Approval to Decline Participation in Schools of Choice Resolution
VII. Action Items for June 28, 2010
A. Approval of 2010-2011 School Year Budget
B. Approval of Human Resources Report for June, 2010
C. Approval of Minutes of May, 2010
D. Approval of Textbooks
1. New English/Language Arts Course, Power of Language
“Everything’s An Argument: With Readings”
E. Approval of Transportation Bids for Special Education
F. Approval of Bids
1. System-wide Roofing Repairs
2. Roof Replacement(s)
3. Monteith ACM Removal Phase Four
4. Brownell Field Improvements
5. Poupard Playground
G. Approval of Contract for Food Services
H. Approval of Contract with PESG
I. Approval of Technology Purchases
1. Purchase of reconditioned computers
2. Renewal of Toshiba copier leasing contract
3. Purchase of SmartBoards
4. AntiVirus Software
5. Renewal of Microsoft Software
6. Purchase of Elementary School Servers
VIII. Information and Discussion
A. Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports
B. District Staff Development Plan
C. Negotiations Update
IX. Future Meetings
A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 28, 2010, 8 p.m., Parcells Auditorium
B. Public Hearing on 2010-11 Budget, June 28, 2010, 8 p.m., Parcells Auditorium
C. Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program, June 28, 2010, 8 p.m. Parcells Auditorium
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XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
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<br />VII. Action Items for June 28, 2010<br />A. Approval of 2010-2011 School Year Budget<br />B. Approval of Human Resources Report for June, 2010<br />C. Approval of Minutes of May, 2010<br />D. Approval of Textbooks<br />1. New English/Language Arts Course, Power of Language<br />“Everything’s An Argument: With Readings”<br />E. Approval of Transportation Bids for Special Education<br />F. Approval of Bids<br />1. System-wide Roofing Repairs<br />2. Roof Replacement(s)<br />3. Monteith ACM Removal Phase Four<br />4. Brownell Field Improvements<br />5. Poupard Playground<br />G. Approval of Contract for Food Services<br />H. Approval of Contract with PESG<br />I. Approval of Technology Purchases<br />1. Purchase of reconditioned computers<br />2. Renewal of Toshiba copier leasing contract<br />3. Purchase of SmartBoards<br />4. AntiVirus Software<br />5. Renewal of Microsoft Software<br />6. Purchase of Elementary School Servers<br />VIII. Information and Discussion<br />A. Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports<br />B. District Staff Development Plan<br />C. Negotiations Update<br />IX. Future Meetings<br />A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 28, 2010, 8 p.m., Parcells Auditorium<br />B. Public Hearing on 2010-11 Budget, June 28, 2010, 8 p.m., Parcells Auditorium<br />C. Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program, June 28, 2010, 8 p.m. Parcells Auditorium<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report
A. Student Recognitions
1. Brownell Science Awards from NASA
2. Chemistry Olympiad Winner
3. South TV Students Awards at Michigan Student Film and Video Festival
4. National Latin Scholar Winners
5. Wayne County’s Top Green School – Trombly
6. North Pointe Newspaper Award
7. North/South High School Science Fair Winners
8. South High School Student, Lindsey Berg, Scholastic Art Award
9. Brownell Beat Newspaper Award
B. Summer Opportunities
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items
IV. Public Comments on Action Items
V. Consent Agenda Action Items from April 26, 2010
A. Approval of Resolution on Wayne RESA Budget
B. Approval of Textbooks
1. Statistics
2. Introduction to Calculus
C. Approval of Bids
1. South “S” Lot and Auditorium Courtyard
2. Maire Parking Lot
3. System-wide Tuckpointing
4. System-wide Concrete
VI. Action Items for May 24, 2010
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for May, 2010
B. Approval of Work Session Minutes of April 12, 2010, Closed Session and Regular Meeting
Minutes of April 26, 2010 and Closed Session Minutes of April 29, 2010
C. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees
D. Approval of Resolution for Layoff or Reduction of Employment of Support Personnel
E. Approval of Bids
1. System-wide Plumbing
2. North Entrance Changes/Addition
F. Approval to Decline Participation in Schools of Choice Resolution
VII. Action Items for June 28, 2010
A. Approval of 2010-2011 School Year Budget
B. Approval of Human Resources Report for June, 2010
C. Approval of Minutes of May, 2010
D. Approval of Textbooks
1. New English/Language Arts Course, Power of Language
“Everything’s An Argument: With Readings”
E. Approval of Transportation Bids for Special Education
F. Approval of Bids
1. System-wide Roofing Repairs
2. Roof Replacement(s)
3. Monteith ACM Removal Phase Four
4. Brownell Field Improvements
5. Poupard Playground
G. Approval of Contract for Food Services
H. Approval of Contract with PESG
I. Approval of Technology Purchases
1. Purchase of reconditioned computers
2. Renewal of Toshiba copier leasing contract
3. Purchase of SmartBoards
4. AntiVirus Software
5. Renewal of Microsoft Software
6. Purchase of Elementary School Servers
VIII. Information and Discussion
A. Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports
B. District Staff Development Plan
C. Negotiations Update
IX. Future Meetings
A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 28, 2010, 8 p.m., Parcells Auditorium
B. Public Hearing on 2010-11 Budget, June 28, 2010, 8 p.m., Parcells Auditorium
C. Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program, June 28, 2010, 8 p.m. Parcells Auditorium
X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items
XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
XII. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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<p>I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call</p>
<p>II. Superintendent’s Report<br />A. Boll Technology Challenge<br />B. Distinguished Volunteer Recognitions<br />C. Recognitions<br />1. South High School Student, Lindsey Berg, for Art Award<br />2. Pierce Destination Imagination Team</p>
<p>III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items</p>
<p>IV. Public Comments on Action Items</p>
<p>V. Consent Agenda Action Items from March 22, 2010<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report of March 15, 2010<br />B. Approval of Curriculum Revisions<br />1. K-12 Language Arts<br />2. Algebra II Support Class (New Course)<br />C. Approval of Bids<br />1. Environmental Bid<br />2. Brownell Parking<br />3. Flooring<br />4. Fencing<br />5. General Trades</p>
<p>VI. Action Items for April 26, 2010<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for April, 2010<br />B. Approval of Closed Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2010<br />C. Approval of Teacher Layoffs<br />D. Approval of Bids<br />1. North Track Resurfacing<br />2. Poupard Parking and Playground Site<br />E. Approval of Non-Renewal of Administrator<br />F. Approval of Resolution for Enrollment Eligibility<br />G. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education</p><p>VII. Action Items for May 24, 2010<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for May, 2010<br />B. Approval of Minutes of May, 2010<br />C. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees<br />D. Approval of Resolution on Wayne RESA Budget<br />E. Approval of Textbooks<br />1. Statistics<br />2. Introduction to Calculus<br />F. Approval of Layoff of Non-Teaching Personnel<br />G. Approval of Bids<br />1. South “S” Lot and Auditorium Courtyard<br />2. Maire Parking Lot<br />3. System-wide Tuckpointing<br />4. System-wide Concrete<br />5. System-wide Plumbing<br />6. North Counseling and ACM Phase 4<br />7. North Entrance Changes/Addition<br />8. Poupard Playground</p>
<p>VIII. Information and Discussion<br />A. Budget Development Update for 2010-11<br />B. Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports<br />C. Negotiations Update</p>
<p>IX. Future Meetings<br />Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, May 24, 2010, 8 p.m., North High School</p>
<p>X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items</p>
<p>XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent</p>
<p>XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

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

II. Superintendent’s Report
A. Boll Technology Challenge
B. Distinguished Volunteer Recognitions
C. Recognitions
1. South High School Student, Lindsey Berg, for Art Award
2. Pierce Destination Imagination Team

III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items

IV. Public Comments on Action Items

V. Consent Agenda Action Items from March 22, 2010
A. Approval of Human Resources Report of March 15, 2010
B. Approval of Curriculum Revisions
1. K-12 Language Arts
2. Algebra II Support Class (New Course)
C. Approval of Bids
1. Environmental Bid
2. Brownell Parking
3. Flooring
4. Fencing
5. General Trades

VI. Action Items for April 26, 2010
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for April, 2010
B. Approval of Closed Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2010
C. Approval of Teacher Layoffs
D. Approval of Bids
1. North Track Resurfacing
2. Poupard Parking and Playground Site
E. Approval of Non-Renewal of Administrator
F. Approval of Resolution for Enrollment Eligibility
G. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education

VII. Action Items for May 24, 2010
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for May, 2010
B. Approval of Minutes of May, 2010
C. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees
D. Approval of Resolution on Wayne RESA Budget
E. Approval of Textbooks
1. Statistics
2. Introduction to Calculus
F. Approval of Layoff of Non-Teaching Personnel
G. Approval of Bids
1. South “S” Lot and Auditorium Courtyard
2. Maire Parking Lot
3. System-wide Tuckpointing
4. System-wide Concrete
5. System-wide Plumbing
6. North Counseling and ACM Phase 4
7. North Entrance Changes/Addition
8. Poupard Playground

VIII. Information and Discussion
A. Budget Development Update for 2010-11
B. Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports
C. Negotiations Update

IX. Future Meetings
Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, May 24, 2010, 8 p.m., North High School

X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items

XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

XII. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.I. Call To Order - Roll CallII. Budget Planning for 2010-11 and BeyondA. Update on State School Aid BudgetB. Budget Assumptions for 2010-11C. Enrollment UpdateD. Budget Projections for 2010-11E. K-12 Budget PlanningF. Bond and Sinking Fund ProjectsG. Next StepsIII. Residency and Enrollment ProceduresIV. Public CommentsV. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call<br />II. Superintendent’s Report<br />A. MEAP Scores<br />B. South Student, Dan Dou, Perfect ACT Score<br />C. Defer Students Receive National AAA Lifesaving Awards<br />D. North High School Valhalla Yearbook Staff and Advisor, Shari Adwers<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items<br />IV. Action Items for March 22, 2010<br />A. Approval of Gift from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education<br />B. Approval of Human Resources Report of February 9, 2010<br />C. Approval of Closed Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of February 22, 2010<br />D. Approval of Curriculum Revision, Grade 4 Social Studies<br />E. Approval of Resolution Recognizing Distinguished Volunteers<br />F. Approval of Bids<br />1. Grosse Pointe South Ceiling and Lighting<br />2. System-wide Ceiling Bids<br />3. System-wide Wiring Bids<br />4. System-wide Door and Hardware Bids<br />G. Approval of Resolution to Establish Starting Day for School Year, Winter Break, and Spring<br />Break 2010/2011<br />H. Approval of Resolution of Non-Renewal of Administrator<br />I. Approval of Sale of Property to Kroger Company<br />V. Action Items for April 26, 2010<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for March 15, 2010<br />B. Approval of Minutes of March, 2010<br />C. Approval of Curriculum Revisions<br />1. K-12 Language Arts<br />2. Algebra II Support Class (New Course)<br />D. Approval of Teacher Layoffs<br />E. Approval of Bids<br />1. Environmental Bid<br />2. Brownell Parking<br />3. Flooring<br />4. Fencing<br />5. General Trades<br />6. North Track Resurfacing<br />7. Poupard Playground<br />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.<br />F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3<br />G. Approval of Non-Renewal of Administrator<br />VI. Information and Discussion<br />A. Kindergarten Programs for 2010-2011<br />B. Negotiations Update<br />1. GPEA President, Dr. Ranae Beyerlein<br />2. Assistant Superintendent, Thomas Harwood<br />C. Budget Development Update for 2010-11<br />D. Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports<br />E. Bond and Sinking Fund Project Update<br />F. Diplomas for World War II and Korean War Veterans<br />VII. Future Meetings<br />Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 26, 2010, 8 p.m., North High School<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report
A. MEAP Scores
B. South Student, Dan Dou, Perfect ACT Score
C. Defer Students Receive National AAA Lifesaving Awards
D. North High School Valhalla Yearbook Staff and Advisor, Shari Adwers
III. Public Comments on Action Items
IV. Action Items for March 22, 2010
A. Approval of Gift from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education
B. Approval of Human Resources Report of February 9, 2010
C. Approval of Closed Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of February 22, 2010
D. Approval of Curriculum Revision, Grade 4 Social Studies
E. Approval of Resolution Recognizing Distinguished Volunteers
F. Approval of Bids
1. Grosse Pointe South Ceiling and Lighting
2. System-wide Ceiling Bids
3. System-wide Wiring Bids
4. System-wide Door and Hardware Bids
G. Approval of Resolution to Establish Starting Day for School Year, Winter Break, and Spring
Break 2010/2011
H. Approval of Resolution of Non-Renewal of Administrator
I. Approval of Sale of Property to Kroger Company
V. Action Items for April 26, 2010
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for March 15, 2010
B. Approval of Minutes of March, 2010
C. Approval of Curriculum Revisions
1. K-12 Language Arts
2. Algebra II Support Class (New Course)
D. Approval of Teacher Layoffs
E. Approval of Bids
1. Environmental Bid
2. Brownell Parking
3. Flooring
4. Fencing
5. General Trades
6. North Track Resurfacing
7. Poupard Playground
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.
F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3
G. Approval of Non-Renewal of Administrator
VI. Information and Discussion
A. Kindergarten Programs for 2010-2011
B. Negotiations Update
1. GPEA President, Dr. Ranae Beyerlein
2. Assistant Superintendent, Thomas Harwood
C. Budget Development Update for 2010-11
D. Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports
E. Bond and Sinking Fund Project Update
F. Diplomas for World War II and Korean War Veterans
VII. Future Meetings
Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 26, 2010, 8 p.m., North High School
VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items
IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
X. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.<br />I. Brief Reception and Photos<br />II. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call<br />III. Superintendent’s Report<br />A. School Board Recognition<br />B. Recognition of Dr. Matt Outlaw, Assistant Principal, North High School<br />C. MEAP Scores<br />IV. Annual Organizational Items<br />A. Administration of Oath of Office of Newly Elected Trustees<br />B. Election of Officers<br />C. Declaration of Board Member Compensation Preference<br />D. Approval of Resolution on Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories on<br />Accounts<br />E. Approval of Appointment of Christian Fenton and Isha Smith as Representatives<br />to MAISL for Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter<br />F. Approval of Regular Meeting Board Calendar for 2010<br />V. Public Comments on Action Items<br />VI. Action Items for January 25, 2010<br />A. Approval of Amended Human Resources Report for December, 2009<br />B. Approval of Closed Session, Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of<br />December 14, 2009<br />C. Approval of Technology Bids<br />1. Wide Area Network (WAN) (Revised Bid)<br />2. Cell Telephone Services, Voice and Broadband Data<br />3. Centrex, POTS Dedicated Line Services<br />4. PRI, DID, Local and Long Distance Services<br />D. Approval of Science Living Systems Unit in Grade 5, Kids Discover Magazine, Brain<br />E. Approval of Extended Day Kindergarten Rates<br />F. Approval of Recommendation of Reinstatement Panel<br />G. Approval of Budget Development Parameters/Budget Preparation<br />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.<br />VII. Action Items for February 22, 2010<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for January, 2010<br />B. Approval of Closed and Work Session Minutes of January 11, 2010 and Closed, Work<br />Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of January 25, 2010<br />C. Approval of Reinstatement Panel<br />D. Approval of Business and Finance Textbook<br />VIII. Information and Discussion<br />A. Monthly Financial/Health Care Reports<br />B. Negotiations Update<br />C. Middle School Program of Studies<br />IX. Future Meetings<br />Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, February 22, 2010, 8 p.m., North High School<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.I. Brief Reception and PhotosII. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll CallIII. Superintendent’s ReportA. School Board RecognitionB. Recognition of Dr. Matt Outlaw, Assistant Principal, North High SchoolC. MEAP ScoresIV. Annual Organizational ItemsA. Administration of Oath of Office of Newly Elected TrusteesB. Election of OfficersC. Declaration of Board Member Compensation PreferenceD. Approval of Resolution on Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories onAccountsE. Approval of Appointment of Christian Fenton and Isha Smith as Representativesto MAISL for Property/Liability Insurance UnderwriterF. Approval of Regular Meeting Board Calendar for 2010V. Public Comments on Action ItemsVI. Action Items for January 25, 2010A. Approval of Amended Human Resources Report for December, 2009B. Approval of Closed Session, Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes ofDecember 14, 2009C. Approval of Technology Bids1. Wide Area Network (WAN) (Revised Bid)2. Cell Telephone Services, Voice and Broadband Data3. Centrex, POTS Dedicated Line Services4. PRI, DID, Local and Long Distance ServicesD. Approval of Science Living Systems Unit in Grade 5, Kids Discover Magazine, BrainE. Approval of Extended Day Kindergarten RatesF. Approval of Recommendation of Reinstatement PanelG. Approval of Budget Development Parameters/Budget Preparation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.VII. Action Items for February 22, 2010A. Approval of Human Resources Report for January, 2010B. Approval of Closed and Work Session Minutes of January 11, 2010 and Closed, WorkSession and Regular Meeting Minutes of January 25, 2010C. Approval of Reinstatement PanelD. Approval of Business and Finance TextbookVIII. Information and DiscussionA. Monthly Financial/Health Care ReportsB. Negotiations UpdateC. Middle School Program of StudiesIX. Future MeetingsRegular Meeting of the Board, Monday, February 22, 2010, 8 p.m., North High SchoolX. Public Comments on Non-Action ItemsXI. Other Comments from Board Members and SuperintendentXII. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll CallII. Superintendent’s ReportA. Student Newspaper Staff and Advisors for North and SouthB. Acceptance of Office and Affidavit of EligibilityC. Recognition of Board Members, Alice Kosinski and Karl KratzIII. Public Comments on Action ItemsIV. Action Items for December 14, 2009A. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public EducationB. Approval of Human Resources Report for November, 2009C. Approval of Closed Session, Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes ofNovember 23, 2009 and Closed Session Minutes of November 30, 2009D. Approval of Elementary Music TextbooksE. Approval of New Courses1. Introduction to Calculus2. Statistics CourseF. Approval of Policies1. 5771, Search and Seizure2. 2270, Religion in the Curriculum3. 2371, Tutoring in Voice and Instrumental Music4. 9251, Community Involvement in Decision Making5. 9510, Education Research Agencies6. 2380, Equivalent Education Outside the Schools (Home Schooling)7. 5111, Eligibility of Resident/Non-Resident8. 5463, Credits from Non-Public Schools9. 7250, Commemoration and Naming of School Facilities10. 8330, Student RecordsV. Action Items for January, 2010A. Organizational Items for 20101. Administration of Oath of Office of Newly Elected Trustees2. Election of Officers3. Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatorieson Accounts4. Approval of Appointment of Christian Fenton and Isha Smith asRepresentatives to MAISL for Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter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.5. Approval of Board Regular Meeting Calendar for 2010B. Approval of Human Resources Report for December, 2009C. Approval of Closed, Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of December 14, 2009D. Approval of Technology Bids1. Wide Area Network (WAN)2. Cell Telephone Services, voice and Broadband Data3. Centrex, POTS Dedicated Line Services4. PRI, DID, Local and Long Distance ServicesE. Approval of Science Living Systems Unit in Grade 5, Kids Discover Magazine, BrainF. Approval of Extended Day Kindergarten RatesG. Approval of Budget Development Parameters/Budget PreparationVI. Information and DiscussionA. Declaration of Candidacy for 2010 Board OfficersB. Monthly Financial ReportsC. Negotiations UpdateD. Wellness Policy UpdateE. High School Program of StudiesVII. Future MeetingsRegular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 25, 2010, 8 p.m., North High SchoolVIII. Public Comments on Non-Action ItemsIX. Other Comments from Board Members and SuperintendentX. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:summary>I. Call To Order - Roll CallII. Update on Budget Development for 2010-2011A. Budget Model Utility and Budget AssumptionsB. Staffing Utilization Utility UpdateC. Enrollment Update and Projections for 2010D. Health Care Summary UpdateE. Michigan Department of Education Race to the Top ApplicationIII. Public CommentsIV. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <title>November 23rd, 2009 GPPSS Regular Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call<br />II. Superintendent’s Report<br />A. Chris Wigent, RESA Superintendent<br />B. Distinguished Employee Service Awards<br />C. November 3, 2009 Election Results<br />D . D is trict I n depen de nt Fin a ncial A udit<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items<br />IV. Action Items for November 23, 2009<br />A. Approval of Gift from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education<br />B. Approval of Human Resources Report for October, 2009<br />C. Approval of Closed, Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of October 26, 2009<br />D. Approval of Distinguished District Employee Awards<br />E. Approval of Bid for Parcells and Pierce Locker Room Lockers<br />F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2<br />G. Approval of Curriculum/Courses<br />1. Advanced Placement Art Classes<br />2. 9-12 Physical Education Curriculum<br />3. High School Art Now<br />H. Approval of Out-of-Country South Chorus Field Trip to Greece<br />I. Approval of Parent Co-Chairs of the Human Sexuality Advisory Board<br />J. Approval of Recommendation for Student Reinstatement<br />V. Action Items for December 14, 2009<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November, 2009<br />B. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of November 23, 2009<br />C. Approval of Elementary Music Textbooks<br />D. Approval of New Courses<br />1 . I nt ro duc tion to C alculus<br />S t at istics C o urse E. Approval of Policies<br />1. 5771, Search and Seizure<br />2. 2270, Religion in the Curriculum<br />3. 2371, Tutoring in Voice and Instrumental Music<br />4. 9251, Community Involvement in Decision Making<br />5. 9510, Education Research Agencies<br />6. 2380, Equivalent Education outside the Schools (Home Schooling)<br />7. 5111, Eligibility of Resident/Non-Resident<br />8. 5463, Credits from Non-Public Schools<br />97 250, eCmo mormation and mingN aof Schoo l Facilit ies<br />10. 8330, Student Records<br />VI. Information and Discussion<br />onthl y F ina ncAia. ls M<br />B. Academic Benchmark Report<br />VII. Future Meetings<br />Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 14, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:45:47 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report
A. Chris Wigent, RESA Superintendent
B. Distinguished Employee Service Awards
C. November 3, 2009 Election Results
D . D is trict I n depen de nt Fin a ncial A udit
III. Public Comments on Action Items
IV. Action Items for November 23, 2009
A. Approval of Gift from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education
B. Approval of Human Resources Report for October, 2009
C. Approval of Closed, Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of October 26, 2009
D. Approval of Distinguished District Employee Awards
E. Approval of Bid for Parcells and Pierce Locker Room Lockers
F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2
G. Approval of Curriculum/Courses
1. Advanced Placement Art Classes
2. 9-12 Physical Education Curriculum
3. High School Art Now
H. Approval of Out-of-Country South Chorus Field Trip to Greece
I. Approval of Parent Co-Chairs of the Human Sexuality Advisory Board
J. Approval of Recommendation for Student Reinstatement
V. Action Items for December 14, 2009
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November, 2009
B. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of November 23, 2009
C. Approval of Elementary Music Textbooks
D. Approval of New Courses
1 . I nt ro duc tion to C alculus
S t at istics C o urse E. Approval of Policies
1. 5771, Search and Seizure
2. 2270, Religion in the Curriculum
3. 2371, Tutoring in Voice and Instrumental Music
4. 9251, Community Involvement in Decision Making
5. 9510, Education Research Agencies
6. 2380, Equivalent Education outside the Schools (Home Schooling)
7. 5111, Eligibility of Resident/Non-Resident
8. 5463, Credits from Non-Public Schools
97 250, eCmo mormation and mingN aof Schoo l Facilit ies
10. 8330, Student Records
VI. Information and Discussion
onthl y F ina ncAia. ls M
B. Academic Benchmark Report
VII. Future Meetings
Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 14, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School
VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items
IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
X. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <title>November 23, 2009 Budget Hearing</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:41:44 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Budget Session for November 23rd</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 7:00 P.M.I. Call To Order - Roll CallII. Update on Budget Development for 2010-2011A. Staffing Utilization UtilityB. Enrollment Update and Projections for 2010C. Middle School Elective ReportD. High School Elective ReportE. Proposed Class Size ReportF. Health Care Summary UpdateG. Mid-year Budget Cuts/LimitationsIII. Public CommentsIV. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <title>League of Women Voters Candidate Forum - October 21, 2009</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The League of Women Voters Candidate Forum for the Grosse Pointe Board of Education election]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:30:58 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>The League of Women Voters Candidate Forum for the Grosse Pointe Board of Education election</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The League of Women Voters Candidate Forum for the Grosse Pointe Board of Education election</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:34:30</itunes:duration>
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      <title>September 28, 2009 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call<br />II. Superintendent’s Report<br />A. Lorna G. Utley, Past President Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education<br />B. Mark Sobieralski, National Coach of the Year<br />C. League of Women Voters Forum for Board Candidates October 21 at 7:30 p.m.<br />D. Informational Meetings about the Millage Proposals on the November Ballot<br />1. South High School Library October 7 at 7:00 p.m.<br />2. North High School Library October 12 at 7:00 p.m.<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items<br />IV. Action Items for September 28, 2009<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for August, 2009<br />B. Approval of Special Meeting Minutes of August 3, 2009, Closed Session Minutes of<br />August 3, 18 and 24, 2009, Work Session Minutes of August 24, 2009 and Regular<br />Meeting Minutes of August 24, 2009<br />C. Approval of Tax Levy for 2009-2010 School Year<br />D. Approval of Revisions to Board Policy 8310, Public Records<br />V. Action Items for October 26, 2009<br />A. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1<br />B. Approval of Human Resources Report for September, 2009<br />C. Approval Regular Meeting Minutes of September 28, 2009<br />D. Approval of Annual District Goals<br />E. Approval of School Improvement Plans<br />F. Approval of Bid - North Performing Arts Improvements<br />VI. Information and Discussion<br />A. PA 25 Report<br />B. Financial Report and Budget Development<br />C. Enrollment Update<br />D. Class Size/Staff Allocation Report<br />E. Michigan Department of Education Disproportionality Report</p>

<p>VII. Future Meetings<br />A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 26, 2009, 8 p.m., North High<br />School<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 11:52:57 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>See Description or Summary for Agenda</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
II. Superintendent’s Report
A. Lorna G. Utley, Past President Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education
B. Mark Sobieralski, National Coach of the Year
C. League of Women Voters Forum for Board Candidates October 21 at 7:30 p.m.
D. Informational Meetings about the Millage Proposals on the November Ballot
1. South High School Library October 7 at 7:00 p.m.
2. North High School Library October 12 at 7:00 p.m.
III. Public Comments on Action Items
IV. Action Items for September 28, 2009
A. Approval of Human Resources Report for August, 2009
B. Approval of Special Meeting Minutes of August 3, 2009, Closed Session Minutes of
August 3, 18 and 24, 2009, Work Session Minutes of August 24, 2009 and Regular
Meeting Minutes of August 24, 2009
C. Approval of Tax Levy for 2009-2010 School Year
D. Approval of Revisions to Board Policy 8310, Public Records
V. Action Items for October 26, 2009
A. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1
B. Approval of Human Resources Report for September, 2009
C. Approval Regular Meeting Minutes of September 28, 2009
D. Approval of Annual District Goals
E. Approval of School Improvement Plans
F. Approval of Bid - North Performing Arts Improvements
VI. Information and Discussion
A. PA 25 Report
B. Financial Report and Budget Development
C. Enrollment Update
D. Class Size/Staff Allocation Report
E. Michigan Department of Education Disproportionality Report

VII. Future Meetings
A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 26, 2009, 8 p.m., North High
School
VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items
IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent
X. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <title>September 28, 2009 GPPSS Work Session</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 11:50:28 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 7:00 P.M.I. Call To Order - Roll CallII. Budget Planning for 2010-11III. Public CommentsVI. Adjournment</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 7:00 P.M.I. Call To Order - Roll CallII. Budget Planning for 2010-11III. Public CommentsVI. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <title>August 24, 2009 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Administration of Oath of Office 
<br /> 
<br /> A.  Administration of Oath of Office of Newly Elected Trustee 
<br /> 
<br />   Brief Reception  
<br />  
<br />III. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Enrollment Update 
<br /> B. Candidates for Board Election in November, 2009 
<br /> C. School Calendar for 2009-10 
<br />     
<br />IV. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items  
<br /> 
<br />V. Public Comments on Action Items  
<br /> 
<br />VI. Action Items for August 24, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July, 2009 
<br /> B. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of July 27, 2009 
<br /> C. Approval of Revisions to Board Policies 
<br />  1. Policy 2623, Student Assessment 
<br />  2. Policy 3430.01and 4430.01, Family and Medical Leaves of Absence (FMLA) 
<br />  3.  Policy 6144, Investments 
<br />  4. Policy 7217, Weapons 
<br />  5. Policy 8330, Student Records 
<br /> D. Approval of Superintendent Goals and Evaluation Process  
<br /> E. Approval of Resolution for November, 2009 Millage Election 
<br /> F. Approval of Recommendation from Reinstatement Panel  
<br /> 
<br />VII. Action Items for September 28, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for August, 2009 
<br /> B. Approval Regular Meeting Minutes of August 24, 2009 
<br /> C. Approval of Tax Levy for 2009-10 School Year  
<br /> D. Approval of Revision to Board Policy 8310, Public Records  </p>


<p>VIII. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Financial Report 
<br /> B. Class Size/Staff Allocation Report 
<br /> C. Updated Financial Benchmark Report 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Future Meetings  
<br />  
<br /> A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 28, 2009, 8 p.m., South High 
<br />  School 
<br /> 
<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
 
II. Administration of Oath of Office 
 
 A.  Administration of Oath of Office of Newly Elected Trustee 
 
   Brief Reception  
  
III. Superintendent’s Report 
 
 A. Enrollment Update 
 B. Candidates for Board Election in November, 2009 
 C. School Calendar for 2009-10 
     
IV. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items  
 
V. Public Comments on Action Items  
 
VI. Action Items for August 24, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July, 2009 
 B. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of July 27, 2009 
 C. Approval of Revisions to Board Policies 
  1. Policy 2623, Student Assessment 
  2. Policy 3430.01and 4430.01, Family and Medical Leaves of Absence (FMLA) 
  3.  Policy 6144, Investments 
  4. Policy 7217, Weapons 
  5. Policy 8330, Student Records 
 D. Approval of Superintendent Goals and Evaluation Process  
 E. Approval of Resolution for November, 2009 Millage Election 
 F. Approval of Recommendation from Reinstatement Panel  
 
VII. Action Items for September 28, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for August, 2009 
 B. Approval Regular Meeting Minutes of August 24, 2009 
 C. Approval of Tax Levy for 2009-10 School Year  
 D. Approval of Revision to Board Policy 8310, Public Records  

VIII. Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Financial Report 
 B. Class Size/Staff Allocation Report 
 C. Updated Financial Benchmark Report 
 
IX. Future Meetings  
  
 A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 28, 2009, 8 p.m., South High 
  School 
 
X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
 
XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
XII. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <title>July 27, 2009 Regular Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081. 
<br />7/22/2009 
<br />1:52 PM 
<br />ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Board Trustee Vacancy 
<br /> B. Enrollment Update 
<br />     
<br />III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items  
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items  
<br /> 
<br />V. Consent Agenda Action Items from June 22, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of High School Math Textbooks 
<br /> B. Approval of Astronomy Textbook for Grade 6 
<br /> C. Approval of Memberships in MASB and MHSAA 
<br /> D. Approval of Resolution on Indemnification 
<br />  1. Liability Indemnification 
<br />  2. Asbestos Indemnification 
<br />   a. Operation and Maintenance Employees 
<br />   b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator 
<br /> E. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds 
<br /> F. Approval of Designated Agent 
<br /> G. Approval of School Breakfast Program 
<br /> H. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2009-10 
<br /> I. Approval of Authorized Debit/Credit Card Users 
<br /> J. Approval of Transfer Agent to Designate Electronic Funds 
<br /> K. Approval of Tuition Rates for 2009-10 
<br /> 
<br />VI. Action Items for July 27, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Gift from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education 
<br /> B. Approval of Contract for Food Services 
<br /> C. Approval of Human Resources Report for June, 2009 
<br /> D. Approval of Closed Session and Work Session Minutes of June 8, 2009, 
<br />Closed Session and Regular Session Minutes of June 22, 2009  
<br />and Closed Session Minutes of June 30, 2009 
<br />E. Approval of Bank Line of Credit Borrowing for 2009-10 
<br /> F. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Parcells Addition 
<br />  2. Security Services 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />VII. Action Items for August 24, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July, 2009 
<br /> B. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of July 27, 2009  
<br /> C. Approval of Revisions to Board Policies 
<br />  1. Policy 2623, Student Assessment 
<br />  2. Policy 3430.01 and 4430.01, Family and Medical Leaves of Absence (FMLA) 
<br />  3. Policy 6144, Investments 
<br />  4. Policy 7217, Weapons 
<br />  5. Policy 8330, Student Records 
<br /> D. Approval of Superintendent Goals and Evaluation Process 
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Security and Video Surveillance Program Report 
<br /> B. Financial Report 
<br /> C. Facility Audit 
<br />D. Millage Election Timeline  
<br /> 
<br />IX. Future Meetings  
<br />  
<br /> A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 24, 2009, 8 p.m., South High School 
<br /> 
<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081. 
7/22/2009 
1:52 PM 
ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
 A. Board Trustee Vacancy 
 B. Enrollment Update 
     
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items  
 
IV. Public Comments on Action Items  
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items from June 22, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of High School Math Textbooks 
 B. Approval of Astronomy Textbook for Grade 6 
 C. Approval of Memberships in MASB and MHSAA 
 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 School Breakfast Program 
 H. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2009-10 
 I. Approval of Authorized Debit/Credit Card Users 
 J. Approval of Transfer Agent to Designate Electronic Funds 
 K. Approval of Tuition Rates for 2009-10 
 
VI. Action Items for July 27, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Gift from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education 
 B. Approval of Contract for Food Services 
 C. Approval of Human Resources Report for June, 2009 
 D. Approval of Closed Session and Work Session Minutes of June 8, 2009, 
Closed Session and Regular Session Minutes of June 22, 2009  
and Closed Session Minutes of June 30, 2009 
E. Approval of Bank Line of Credit Borrowing for 2009-10 
 F. Approval of Bids 
  1. Parcells Addition 
  2. Security Services 
 
 
 
 
VII. Action Items for August 24, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July, 2009 
 B. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of July 27, 2009  
 C. Approval of Revisions to Board Policies 
  1. Policy 2623, Student Assessment 
  2. Policy 3430.01 and 4430.01, Family and Medical Leaves of Absence (FMLA) 
  3. Policy 6144, Investments 
  4. Policy 7217, Weapons 
  5. Policy 8330, Student Records 
 D. Approval of Superintendent Goals and Evaluation Process 
 
VIII. Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Security and Video Surveillance Program Report 
 B. Financial Report 
 C. Facility Audit 
D. Millage Election Timeline  
 
IX. Future Meetings  
  
 A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 24, 2009, 8 p.m., South High School 
 
X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
 
XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
XII. Adjournment 
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    <item>
      <title>Board Applicant Interview - July 27, 2009</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The board applicant public interview for the open seat vacated by Ahmed Ismail's resignation.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:31:11 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>The board applicant public interview for the open seat vacated by Ahmed Ismail&apos;s resignation.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The board applicant public interview for the open seat vacated by Ahmed Ismail&apos;s resignation.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>June 22, 2009 Regular Board Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081. 
<br />6/23/2009 
<br />8:15 AM 
<br />ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. District Recognition from Michigan Schools Business Officials  
<br /> B. Student Recognition 
<br />  1. Jesica Dawson, German Award 
<br /> C. Recognition of Special Education Team from Pierce 
<br /> D. Preschool Program at Barnes Early Childhood Center for Fall, 2009  
<br /> E. Elementary School Math Update – NWEA Results 
<br /> F. 2009-2010 School Year in Review 
<br />     
<br />III. Public Hearing on 2009-10 School Budget 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program 
<br /> 
<br />V. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />VI. Action Items for June 22, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Gift from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education 
<br /> B. Approval of Gift from South High School Golf Supporters 
<br /> C. Approval of Human Resources Report for May, 2009  
<br /> D. Approval of Closed Session Meeting Minutes of May 4, 2009 and Work Session and  
<br />  Regular Meeting Minutes of May 18, 2009 
<br /> E. Approval of 2009-2010 School Year Budget   
<br /> F. Approval of Contract with PESG 
<br /> G. Approval of Contract for Food Services  
<br /> H. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3  
<br /> I. Approval of Layoffs of Support Personnel  
<br /> J. Approval of Combined Middle School Wrestling Teams 
<br /> K. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Parcells addition 
<br />  2. Defer gym floor replacement 
<br />  3. Brownell roof  
<br /> L. Approval of Contracts with Temporary School Services 
<br /> M. Approval of Board Policy 2624 – Return of Student Work   
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />VII. Action Items for July 27, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for June, 2009 
<br /> B. Approval of Closed Session and Work Session Minutes of June 8, 2009 and Closed Session 
<br />  and Regular Meeting Minutes of June 22, 2009  
<br />  Minutes of June 22, 2009 
<br /> C. Approval of High School Math Textbooks 
<br /> D. Approval of Astronomy Textbook for Grade 6 
<br /> E. Approval of Memberships 
<br />  1. Michigan Association of School Boards 
<br />  2. Michigan High School Athletic Association 
<br /> F. Approval of Resolution on Indemnification 
<br />  1. Liability Indemnification 
<br />  2. Asbestos Indemnification 
<br />   a. Operation and Maintenance Employees 
<br />   b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator 
<br /> G. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds  
<br /> H. Approval of Designated Agent  
<br /> I Approval of School Breakfast Program                                                               
<br /> J. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2009-10 
<br /> K. Approval of Authorized Debit/Credit Card Users 
<br /> L. Approval of Transfer Agent to Designate Electronic Funds 
<br /> M. Approval of Tuition Rates for 2009-10 
<br /> N. Approval of Recommendation from the Reinstatement Panel 
<br /> O. Approval of Cash Flow Borrowing for 2009-10 
<br /> P. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Parcells addition 
<br />  2. Security at North High School 
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Policy Update 
<br />B. Financial Report  
<br /> 
<br />IX. Future Meetings  
<br />  
<br /> A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, July 27, 2009, 8 p.m., South High School 
<br /> 
<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:27:45 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Any disabled person who wishes to be in attendance but needs auxiliary aids or services should contact the Department of Support Services at 432-3081. 
6/23/2009 
8:15 AM 
ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
 A. District Recognition from Michigan Schools Business Officials  
 B. Student Recognition 
  1. Jesica Dawson, German Award 
 C. Recognition of Special Education Team from Pierce 
 D. Preschool Program at Barnes Early Childhood Center for Fall, 2009  
 E. Elementary School Math Update – NWEA Results 
 F. 2009-2010 School Year in Review 
     
III. Public Hearing on 2009-10 School Budget 
 
IV. Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program 
 
V. Public Comments on Action Items 
 
VI. Action Items for June 22, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Gift from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education 
 B. Approval of Gift from South High School Golf Supporters 
 C. Approval of Human Resources Report for May, 2009  
 D. Approval of Closed Session Meeting Minutes of May 4, 2009 and Work Session and  
  Regular Meeting Minutes of May 18, 2009 
 E. Approval of 2009-2010 School Year Budget   
 F. Approval of Contract with PESG 
 G. Approval of Contract for Food Services  
 H. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3  
 I. Approval of Layoffs of Support Personnel  
 J. Approval of Combined Middle School Wrestling Teams 
 K. Approval of Bids 
  1. Parcells addition 
  2. Defer gym floor replacement 
  3. Brownell roof  
 L. Approval of Contracts with Temporary School Services 
 M. Approval of Board Policy 2624 – Return of Student Work   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
VII. Action Items for July 27, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for June, 2009 
 B. Approval of Closed Session and Work Session Minutes of June 8, 2009 and Closed Session 
  and Regular Meeting Minutes of June 22, 2009  
  Minutes of June 22, 2009 
 C. Approval of High School Math Textbooks 
 D. Approval of Astronomy Textbook for Grade 6 
 E. Approval of Memberships 
  1. Michigan Association of School Boards 
  2. Michigan High School Athletic Association 
 F. Approval of Resolution on Indemnification 
  1. Liability Indemnification 
  2. Asbestos Indemnification 
   a. Operation and Maintenance Employees 
   b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator 
 G. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds  
 H. Approval of Designated Agent  
 I Approval of School Breakfast Program                                                               
 J. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2009-10 
 K. Approval of Authorized Debit/Credit Card Users 
 L. Approval of Transfer Agent to Designate Electronic Funds 
 M. Approval of Tuition Rates for 2009-10 
 N. Approval of Recommendation from the Reinstatement Panel 
 O. Approval of Cash Flow Borrowing for 2009-10 
 P. Approval of Bids 
  1. Parcells addition 
  2. Security at North High School 
 
VIII. Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Policy Update 
B. Financial Report  
 
IX. Future Meetings  
  
 A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, July 27, 2009, 8 p.m., South High School 
 
X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
 
XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
XII. Adjournment 
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      <title>June 8, 2009 Work Session</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 6:30 P.M.      
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order  -  Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />II. Update on Budget Planning for 2009-2010   
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />III. Policy Committee Update  
<br /> 
<br />A. Policy review process   
<br />B. Revision of Board Policy 2624 – Return of Student Work 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Discussion of Recommendation to Establish Proof of Residency/ 
<br />Enrollment Eligibility   
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />V. Public Comments 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />VI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:23:53 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>School Board Work Session for June 8, 2009. See Description or Summary for the agenda.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 6:30 P.M.      
 
 
I. Call To Order  -  Roll Call 
 
 
II. Update on Budget Planning for 2009-2010   
 
 
III. Policy Committee Update  
 
A. Policy review process   
B. Revision of Board Policy 2624 – Return of Student Work 
 
 
IV. Discussion of Recommendation to Establish Proof of Residency/ 
Enrollment Eligibility   
 
 
V. Public Comments 
 
 
VI. Adjournment   
 
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      <title>May 19th, 2009 Regular Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Michigan Green School Awards   
<br /> B. Student Recognitions 
<br />  1. North Quiz Bowl Team 
<br />  2. Lydia Fuller, Perfect ACT Score 
<br />  3. Pierce Destination Imagination Team 
<br />  4. National Scholastic Writing Awards 
<br />  5. Music Program Festival Awards 
<br />  6.  Latin Teacher of the Year, David Smith 
<br />  7.  Michigan Social Studies Olympiad Winners 
<br />  8.   Military Appointments 
<br /> C. Middle School Study Report 
<br />   
<br />III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Consent Agenda Action Items from April 27, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Textbook – Pictorial Literature  
<br /> B. Approval of Technology Purchases from Section 99 Monies for Elementary Schools  
<br />  including Barnes Early Childhood Center   
<br />  
<br />VI. Action Items for May 18, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Gift from South High School Golf Supporters  
<br /> B. Approval of Human Resources Report for April, 2009 
<br /> C. Approval of Minutes of Closed Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of April 27, 2009 
<br /> D. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Grosse Pointe South Storm Repair  
<br />  2. Grosse Pointe South Parking Lot Repaving 
<br />  3.  Defer Waterproofing 
<br />  4.  Brownell Multi-Purpose Room  
<br />  5. Parcells Performing Arts Center  
<br /> E. Approval of Resolution to Honor District Retirees 
<br /> F. Approval of Resolution on Wayne County RESA Budget 
<br /> G. Approval of Recommendation to Establish Proof of Residency /Enrollment Eligibility  
<br /> VII. Action Items for June 22, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for May, 2009 
<br /> B. Approval of Closed Session Meeting Minutes of May 4, 2009 and Regular Meeting  
<br />  Minutes of May 18, 2009 
<br /> C. Approval of 2009-2010 School Year Budget 
<br /> D. Approval of Cash Flow Borrowing 
<br /> E. Approval of Contract for Food Services 
<br /> F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3  
<br /> G. Approval of Layoffs Classroom Assistants and Secretaries                                                         
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Policy Update 
<br />B. Financial Reports 
<br />C. Information from Delegate on Wayne RESA Board Election   
<br /> 
<br />IX. Future Meetings  
<br />  
<br /> A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, June 22, 2009, 6 p.m., North High School 
<br /> B. Public Hearing on 2008-09 Budget, June 22, 2009, 8 p.m. North High School 
<br /> C. Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program, June 22, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School  
<br /> D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 22, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School 
<br /> 
<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 18:44:27 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>See Description or Summary for Agenda.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
 A. Michigan Green School Awards   
 B. Student Recognitions 
  1. North Quiz Bowl Team 
  2. Lydia Fuller, Perfect ACT Score 
  3. Pierce Destination Imagination Team 
  4. National Scholastic Writing Awards 
  5. Music Program Festival Awards 
  6.  Latin Teacher of the Year, David Smith 
  7.  Michigan Social Studies Olympiad Winners 
  8.   Military Appointments 
 C. Middle School Study Report 
   
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items from April 27, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Textbook – Pictorial Literature  
 B. Approval of Technology Purchases from Section 99 Monies for Elementary Schools  
  including Barnes Early Childhood Center   
  
VI. Action Items for May 18, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Gift from South High School Golf Supporters  
 B. Approval of Human Resources Report for April, 2009 
 C. Approval of Minutes of Closed Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of April 27, 2009 
 D. Approval of Bids 
  1. Grosse Pointe South Storm Repair  
  2. Grosse Pointe South Parking Lot Repaving 
  3.  Defer Waterproofing 
  4.  Brownell Multi-Purpose Room  
  5. Parcells Performing Arts Center  
 E. Approval of Resolution to Honor District Retirees 
 F. Approval of Resolution on Wayne County RESA Budget 
 G. Approval of Recommendation to Establish Proof of Residency /Enrollment Eligibility  
 VII. Action Items for June 22, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for May, 2009 
 B. Approval of Closed Session Meeting Minutes of May 4, 2009 and Regular Meeting  
  Minutes of May 18, 2009 
 C. Approval of 2009-2010 School Year Budget 
 D. Approval of Cash Flow Borrowing 
 E. Approval of Contract for Food Services 
 F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3  
 G. Approval of Layoffs Classroom Assistants and Secretaries                                                         
 
VIII. Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Policy Update 
B. Financial Reports 
C. Information from Delegate on Wayne RESA Board Election   
 
IX. Future Meetings  
  
 A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, June 22, 2009, 6 p.m., North High School 
 B. Public Hearing on 2008-09 Budget, June 22, 2009, 8 p.m. North High School 
 C. Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program, June 22, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School  
 D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 22, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School 
 
X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
 
XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
XII. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <title>May 19th, 2009 Budget Hearing</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 6:00 P.M.      
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order  -  Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Proposed Budget for 2009-10 
<br /> 
<br />A. Revisions to Proposed 2009-10 Budget  
<br /> 
<br /> 1. Enrollment Update 
<br /> 2. Other Sources of Revenue Still to be Allocated 
<br />  a. Grants 
<br />  b. Stimulus Funding 
<br />   - Title I 
<br />   - Special Education  
<br /> 
<br /> B. Budget Alternatives to Respond to Board Concerns 
<br /> 
<br /> 1. Ice Time 
<br /> 2. Choir Accompanist 
<br /> 3. Elementary Class Configuration 
<br /> 4. Reinvestment Funds  
<br /> 
<br />C. Information Needed for Budget Planning for 2010 and Beyond  
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments   
<br /> 
<br />IV. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 17:41:36 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>May 19th, 2009 Budget Hearing of the Grosse Pointe Public School System Board of Education. See Summary or Description for Agenda.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 6:00 P.M.      
 
I. Call To Order  -  Roll Call 
 
II. Proposed Budget for 2009-10 
 
A. Revisions to Proposed 2009-10 Budget  
 
 1. Enrollment Update 
 2. Other Sources of Revenue Still to be Allocated 
  a. Grants 
  b. Stimulus Funding 
   - Title I 
   - Special Education  
 
 B. Budget Alternatives to Respond to Board Concerns 
 
 1. Ice Time 
 2. Choir Accompanist 
 3. Elementary Class Configuration 
 4. Reinvestment Funds  
 
C. Information Needed for Budget Planning for 2010 and Beyond  
 
III. Public Comments   
 
IV. Adjournment   
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      <title>May 4th, 2009 Budget Hearing</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 6:30 P.M.  
<br />I. Call To Order  -  Roll Call 
<br />II. Budget Planning for 2009-10 and Beyond 
<br /> 
<br />A. Overview of State School Aid budget 
<br />B. Budget Assumptions 
<br />C. Budget Projections for 2009-10 
<br />D. K-12 Budget Planning 
<br />E. Special Education Budget Planning 
<br />F. Central Office Budget Planning 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments   
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 00:11:25 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>See Description or summary for agenda.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 6:30 P.M.  
I. Call To Order  -  Roll Call 
II. Budget Planning for 2009-10 and Beyond 
 
A. Overview of State School Aid budget 
B. Budget Assumptions 
C. Budget Projections for 2009-10 
D. K-12 Budget Planning 
E. Special Education Budget Planning 
F. Central Office Budget Planning 
 
 
III. Public Comments   
 
 
IV. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>2:45:00</itunes:duration>
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      <title>April 27th, 2009 Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>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. 
<br />4/22/2009 
<br />7:00 AM 
<br />ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Distinguished Volunteer Recognitions 
<br /> B. Student Recognitions 
<br />  1. South High School Girls’ Ice Hockey, State Champions 
<br />  2. Jordan Long, State Diving Champion  
<br />  3. Jack Davies (MHSSA Scholar Athlete Winner) 
<br />  4. Jessica Dawson, Langenscheidt Award for Outstanding Scholarship in German 
<br />  5. University of Michigan German Day State Winners 
<br />   a. Max Smith 
<br />   b. John Balle 
<br />   c. Dave Ulmer 
<br />   d. Chris Scott 
<br />   e. David Felpausch 
<br />   
<br />III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Consent Agenda Action Items from March 23, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Curriculum Revisions 
<br />  1. Grade 3 Social Studies 
<br />  2. Grade K-5 Physical Education 
<br />  3. K-12 Music 
<br />  4. Grade 4 and 5 Library Media 
<br />  5.  Pre-Calculus 
<br /> B. Approval of Textbooks 
<br />  1. Theory of Learning 
<br />  2. High School Math  
<br /> C. Approval of Technology Purchases from Section 99 Grant for Middle School and  
<br />  South High School  
<br />  
<br />VI. Action Items for April 27, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Gift from South High School Golf Supporters 
<br /> B. Approval of Gift from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education 
<br /> C. Approval of Human Resources Report for March, 2009 
<br /> D. Approval of Revised Minutes of February 23, 2009 and  Work Session and Regular  
<br />  Meeting Minutes of March 23, 2009  
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> E. Approval of Transportation Bids 
<br />  1. Athletic Events 
<br />  2. Special Education  
<br /> F. Approval of Resolution on Staffing Changes for 2009-10 
<br />  1. Teacher Layoffs 
<br />  2. Non-Renewals  
<br /> G. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Ferry Elementary Fire Alarm Improvements 
<br />  2. Unit Price Term Contract Facility Standards for Wiring  
<br /> H. Approval of Investigations in Medicine Class 
<br /> I. Approval of Recommendation to Establish Proof of Residency /Enrollment Eligibility  
<br /> 
<br />VII. Action Items for May 18, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for April, 2009 
<br /> B. Approval of Minutes of April 27, 2009 
<br /> C. G.A.A.A. #3 
<br /> D. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Grosse Pointe South Storm Repair 
<br />  2. Grosse Pointe South Parking Lot Repaving 
<br />  3. Defer Waterproofing 
<br />  4. Brownell Multi-Purpose Room 
<br />  5. Parcells Performing Arts Center   
<br /> E. Approval of Textbooks 
<br />  1. Pictorial Literature 
<br /> F. Approval of Seat Time Waiver for High School Students    
<br /> G.  Approval of Resolution to Honor District Retirees 
<br /> H. Approval of Resolution on Wayne RESA Budget 
<br /> I. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice  
<br /> J. Approval of Representative to Vote in WCRESA Election   
<br />K.  Approval of Technology Purchases from Section 99 Grant Monies for Elementary Schools 
<br />including Barnes Early Childhood Center                                                                                     
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Financial Reports 
<br /> B. MEAP and Other Assessment Results  
<br /> 
<br />IX. Future Meetings  
<br />  
<br /> A. Budget Work Session of the Board, Monday, May 4, 2009, 6 p.m., North High School 
<br /> B. Work Session of the Board, Monday, May 18, 2009, 6 p.m., North High School  
<br /> C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, May 18, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School 
<br /> 
<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 18:00:06 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>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. 
4/22/2009 
7:00 AM 
ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
 A. Distinguished Volunteer Recognitions 
 B. Student Recognitions 
  1. South High School Girls’ Ice Hockey, State Champions 
  2. Jordan Long, State Diving Champion  
  3. Jack Davies (MHSSA Scholar Athlete Winner) 
  4. Jessica Dawson, Langenscheidt Award for Outstanding Scholarship in German 
  5. University of Michigan German Day State Winners 
   a. Max Smith 
   b. John Balle 
   c. Dave Ulmer 
   d. Chris Scott 
   e. David Felpausch 
   
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items from March 23, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Curriculum Revisions 
  1. Grade 3 Social Studies 
  2. Grade K-5 Physical Education 
  3. K-12 Music 
  4. Grade 4 and 5 Library Media 
  5.  Pre-Calculus 
 B. Approval of Textbooks 
  1. Theory of Learning 
  2. High School Math  
 C. Approval of Technology Purchases from Section 99 Grant for Middle School and  
  South High School  
  
VI. Action Items for April 27, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Gift from South High School Golf Supporters 
 B. Approval of Gift from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education 
 C. Approval of Human Resources Report for March, 2009 
 D. Approval of Revised Minutes of February 23, 2009 and  Work Session and Regular  
  Meeting Minutes of March 23, 2009  
 
 
 E. Approval of Transportation Bids 
  1. Athletic Events 
  2. Special Education  
 F. Approval of Resolution on Staffing Changes for 2009-10 
  1. Teacher Layoffs 
  2. Non-Renewals  
 G. Approval of Bids 
  1. Ferry Elementary Fire Alarm Improvements 
  2. Unit Price Term Contract Facility Standards for Wiring  
 H. Approval of Investigations in Medicine Class 
 I. Approval of Recommendation to Establish Proof of Residency /Enrollment Eligibility  
 
VII. Action Items for May 18, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for April, 2009 
 B. Approval of Minutes of April 27, 2009 
 C. G.A.A.A. #3 
 D. Approval of Bids 
  1. Grosse Pointe South Storm Repair 
  2. Grosse Pointe South Parking Lot Repaving 
  3. Defer Waterproofing 
  4. Brownell Multi-Purpose Room 
  5. Parcells Performing Arts Center   
 E. Approval of Textbooks 
  1. Pictorial Literature 
 F. Approval of Seat Time Waiver for High School Students    
 G.  Approval of Resolution to Honor District Retirees 
 H. Approval of Resolution on Wayne RESA Budget 
 I. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice  
 J. Approval of Representative to Vote in WCRESA Election   
K.  Approval of Technology Purchases from Section 99 Grant Monies for Elementary Schools 
including Barnes Early Childhood Center                                                                                     
 
VIII. Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Financial Reports 
 B. MEAP and Other Assessment Results  
 
IX. Future Meetings  
  
 A. Budget Work Session of the Board, Monday, May 4, 2009, 6 p.m., North High School 
 B. Work Session of the Board, Monday, May 18, 2009, 6 p.m., North High School  
 C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, May 18, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School 
 
X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
 
XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
XII. Adjournment 
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      <title>March 23, 2009 Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Update on Federal Stimulus Funds 
<br /> B. Virtual Tour of Bond and Sinking Fund Projects   
<br />   
<br />III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Consent Agenda Action Items from February 23, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of February, 2009 
<br /> B. Approval of Textbook – Grade 5 Science 
<br /> C. Approval of Curriculum Revisions – K – 7 Science  
<br />  
<br />VI. Action Items for March 23, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Gift from Defer PTO  
<br /> B. Approval of Minutes of February 23, 2009  
<br /> C. Approval of Resolution Recognizing Distinguished Volunteers 
<br /> D. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. North Asbestos 
<br />  2. North “B” Building First Floor Interior Improvements  
<br />  
<br />VII. Action Items for April 27, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for March, 2009 
<br /> B. Approval of Minutes of March 23, 2009 
<br /> C. Approval of Curriculum Revisions 
<br />  1. Grade 3 Social Studies 
<br />  2. Grade K-5 Physical Education 
<br />  3. K-12 Music 
<br />  4. Grade 4 and 5 Library Media 
<br />  5. Pre-Calculus   
<br /> D. Approval of Textbooks 
<br />  1. Theory of Learning  
<br />  2. Math  
<br /> E. Transportation Bids 
<br />  1. Athletic Events 
<br />  2. Special Education  
<br /> F. Approval of Resolution on Staffing Changes for 2009-10 
<br />  1. Teacher Layoffs 
<br />  2. Non-Renewals   
<br /> 
<br /> G. Approval of Gift from South High School Golf Supporters  
<br /> H. Approval of Technology Purchases from Section 99 Grant for Middle School and 
<br />  South High School  
<br /> J. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Ferry Elementary Fire Alarm Improvements 
<br />  2. Unit Price Term Contract Facility Standards for Wiring 
<br /> K. Approval of Investigations in Medicine Class  
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Financial Reports 
<br /> B. Diplomas for World War II and Korean War Veterans 
<br /> C. Update on Board Resolution Regarding Residency  
<br /> 
<br />IX. Future Meetings  
<br />  
<br /> A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, April 27, 2009, 6 p.m., North High School  
<br /> B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 27, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School 
<br /> 
<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
 A. Update on Federal Stimulus Funds 
 B. Virtual Tour of Bond and Sinking Fund Projects   
   
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items from February 23, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of February, 2009 
 B. Approval of Textbook – Grade 5 Science 
 C. Approval of Curriculum Revisions – K – 7 Science  
  
VI. Action Items for March 23, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Gift from Defer PTO  
 B. Approval of Minutes of February 23, 2009  
 C. Approval of Resolution Recognizing Distinguished Volunteers 
 D. Approval of Bids 
  1. North Asbestos 
  2. North “B” Building First Floor Interior Improvements  
  
VII. Action Items for April 27, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for March, 2009 
 B. Approval of Minutes of March 23, 2009 
 C. Approval of Curriculum Revisions 
  1. Grade 3 Social Studies 
  2. Grade K-5 Physical Education 
  3. K-12 Music 
  4. Grade 4 and 5 Library Media 
  5. Pre-Calculus   
 D. Approval of Textbooks 
  1. Theory of Learning  
  2. Math  
 E. Transportation Bids 
  1. Athletic Events 
  2. Special Education  
 F. Approval of Resolution on Staffing Changes for 2009-10 
  1. Teacher Layoffs 
  2. Non-Renewals   
 
 G. Approval of Gift from South High School Golf Supporters  
 H. Approval of Technology Purchases from Section 99 Grant for Middle School and 
  South High School  
 J. Approval of Bids 
  1. Ferry Elementary Fire Alarm Improvements 
  2. Unit Price Term Contract Facility Standards for Wiring 
 K. Approval of Investigations in Medicine Class  
 
VIII. Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Financial Reports 
 B. Diplomas for World War II and Korean War Veterans 
 C. Update on Board Resolution Regarding Residency  
 
IX. Future Meetings  
  
 A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, April 27, 2009, 6 p.m., North High School  
 B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 27, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School 
 
X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
 
XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
XII. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <title>February 23, 2009 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>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. 
<br />2/17/2009 
<br />1:39 PM 
<br />ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report  
<br />  
<br /> A. State Budget Update  
<br /> B. Michigan’s American History Teacher of the Year 
<br /> C. Michigan’s Science Teacher of the Year   
<br /> D. Residency Update 
<br /> E. Human Sexuality Advisory Board Vacancy 
<br />  
<br />III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Consent Agenda Action Items from January 26, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of January, 2009 
<br /> B. Approval of Minutes of January 26, 2009 
<br /> C. Approval of Reinstatement Panel  
<br /> D. Approval of Technology Purchases for North High School – Section 99 Grant 
<br />  
<br />VI. Action Items for February 23, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Gift from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education  
<br /> B. Policy on Enrollment of Children of Non-Resident Staff 
<br /> C. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2   
<br /> 
<br />VII. Action Items for March 23, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for February, 2009 
<br /> B. Approval of Minutes of February 23, 2009 
<br /> C. Approval of Resolution Recognizing Distinguished Volunteers 
<br /> D. Approval of Textbook – Grade 5 Science 
<br /> E. Approval of Curriculum Revisions – K-7 Science 
<br /> F. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. North Asbestos 
<br />  2. North “B” Building First Floor Interior Improvements  
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Financial Reports 
<br /> B. Report on Support for Struggling Learners  
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Future Meetings  
<br />  
<br /> A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, March 23, 2009, 6 p.m., North High School  
<br /> B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 23, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School 
<br /> 
<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>February 23rd, 2009 Grosse Pointe Public Schools Board of Education Meeting</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>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. 
2/17/2009 
1:39 PM 
ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
 
II. Superintendent’s Report  
  
 A. State Budget Update  
 B. Michigan’s American History Teacher of the Year 
 C. Michigan’s Science Teacher of the Year   
 D. Residency Update 
 E. Human Sexuality Advisory Board Vacancy 
  
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items from January 26, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of January, 2009 
 B. Approval of Minutes of January 26, 2009 
 C. Approval of Reinstatement Panel  
 D. Approval of Technology Purchases for North High School – Section 99 Grant 
  
VI. Action Items for February 23, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Gift from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education  
 B. Policy on Enrollment of Children of Non-Resident Staff 
 C. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2   
 
VII. Action Items for March 23, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for February, 2009 
 B. Approval of Minutes of February 23, 2009 
 C. Approval of Resolution Recognizing Distinguished Volunteers 
 D. Approval of Textbook – Grade 5 Science 
 E. Approval of Curriculum Revisions – K-7 Science 
 F. Approval of Bids 
  1. North Asbestos 
  2. North “B” Building First Floor Interior Improvements  
 
VIII. Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Financial Reports 
 B. Report on Support for Struggling Learners  
 
 
 
IX. Future Meetings  
  
 A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, March 23, 2009, 6 p.m., North High School  
 B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 23, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School 
 
X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
 
XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
XII. Adjournment 
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      <title>January 26, 2009 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Annual Organizational Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Administration of Oath of Office of Newly Elected Trustees 
<br /> 
<br />   Brief Reception Recess 
<br /> 
<br /> B. Election of Officers 
<br /> C. Declaration of Board Member Compensation  
<br /> 
<br />III. Superintendent’s Report  
<br />  
<br /> A. School Board Recognition 
<br /> B. Recognition of National Financial Literacy Challenge Award Winner   
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />VI. Consent Agenda Action Items from December 8, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of December, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Minutes of December 8, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories on  
<br />  Accounts 
<br /> D. Approval of Appointment of Christian Fenton and Isha Smith as Representatives to  
<br />  MAISL for Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter 
<br /> E. Approval of Board Regular Meeting Calendar for 2009 
<br /> 
<br />VII. Action Items for January 26, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Gifts from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education for Special  
<br />  Education Project 
<br /> B. Approval of Resolution to Commence Budget Preparation for 2009-10 
<br />C.  Approval of Bids 
<br /> 1. Grosse Pointe South Multi-Purpose Room, Student Commons, Boys and Girls 
<br />  Gyms 
<br /> 2. Grosse Pointe North Window Project  
<br />D. Approval of Policy Revisions  
<br /> 1. Board Policy 5200:  Attendance 
<br /> 2.  Board Policy 5611:  Due Process  
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Action Items for February 23, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for January, 2009 
<br /> B. Approval of Minutes of January 26, 2009 
<br /> C. Approval of Reinstatement Panel 
<br /> D. Approval of Technology Purchases – Section 99 Grant  
<br /> E. Approval of Policy on Enrollment of Children of Non-Resident Staff 
<br />  
<br /> 
<br />IX. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Financial Reports 
<br /> 
<br />X. Future Meetings  
<br />  
<br /> A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, February 23, 2009, 6 p.m., North High School  
<br /> B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, February 23, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />XII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XIII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>See Description or iTunes summary for agenda</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
 
II. Annual Organizational Items 
 
 A. Administration of Oath of Office of Newly Elected Trustees 
 
   Brief Reception Recess 
 
 B. Election of Officers 
 C. Declaration of Board Member Compensation  
 
III. Superintendent’s Report  
  
 A. School Board Recognition 
 B. Recognition of National Financial Literacy Challenge Award Winner   
 
IV. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
V. Public Comments on Action Items 
 
VI. Consent Agenda Action Items from December 8, 2008 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of December, 2008 
 B. Approval of Minutes of December 8, 2008 
 C. Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories on  
  Accounts 
 D. Approval of Appointment of Christian Fenton and Isha Smith as Representatives to  
  MAISL for Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter 
 E. Approval of Board Regular Meeting Calendar for 2009 
 
VII. Action Items for January 26, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Gifts from Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education for Special  
  Education Project 
 B. Approval of Resolution to Commence Budget Preparation for 2009-10 
C.  Approval of Bids 
 1. Grosse Pointe South Multi-Purpose Room, Student Commons, Boys and Girls 
  Gyms 
 2. Grosse Pointe North Window Project  
D. Approval of Policy Revisions  
 1. Board Policy 5200:  Attendance 
 2.  Board Policy 5611:  Due Process  
 
 
VIII. Action Items for February 23, 2009 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report for January, 2009 
 B. Approval of Minutes of January 26, 2009 
 C. Approval of Reinstatement Panel 
 D. Approval of Technology Purchases – Section 99 Grant  
 E. Approval of Policy on Enrollment of Children of Non-Resident Staff 
  
 
IX. Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Financial Reports 
 
X. Future Meetings  
  
 A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, February 23, 2009, 6 p.m., North High School  
 B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, February 23, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School 
 
XI. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
 
XII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
XIII. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <title>December 8, 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. MASB Educational Excellence Awards 
<br />  1. Barnes Early Childhood Center 
<br />  2. The Opportunity Center 
<br /> B. South High School Tower Newspaper Awards 
<br /> C. Acceptance of Office and Affidavit of Eligibility 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Consent Agenda Action Items from November 24, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of November 19, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Minutes of November 24, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1 
<br /> D. Approval of Extended Day Kindergarten Rates 
<br /> E. Approval of Contract with Just 5 Clicks  
<br /> F. Approval of New High School Courses 
<br />  1. Pictorial Literature   
<br />  2. Business Finance 
<br />  3. Theory of Learning  
<br /> 
<br />VI. Action Items for January 26, 2009 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Organizational Items for 2009 
<br />  1. Administration of Oath of Office of Newly Elected Trustees 
<br />  2. Election of Officers 
<br />  3. Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories 
<br />   on Accounts 
<br />  4. Approval of Appointment of Christian Fenton and Isha Smith as Representatives 
<br />   to MAISL for Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter 
<br />  5. Approval of Board Regular Meeting Calendar for 2009 
<br />B.  Approval of Human Resources Report of December, 2008 
<br />C.  Approval of Minutes of December 8, 2008 
<br />D.  Approval of Resolution to Commence Budget Preparation for 2009-10 
<br />E.  Approval of Bids 
<br /> 1. Grosse Pointe South Multi-Purpose Room 
<br /> 2. Grosse Pointe North Window Project  
<br /> 
<br />VII. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Declaration of Candidacy for 2009 Board Officers 
<br /> B. Financial Reports 
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Future Meetings  
<br />   
<br /> A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 26, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School 
<br />  
<br /> 
<br />IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
 A. MASB Educational Excellence Awards 
  1. Barnes Early Childhood Center 
  2. The Opportunity Center 
 B. South High School Tower Newspaper Awards 
 C. Acceptance of Office and Affidavit of Eligibility 
 
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items from November 24, 2008 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of November 19, 2008 
 B. Approval of Minutes of November 24, 2008 
 C. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1 
 D. Approval of Extended Day Kindergarten Rates 
 E. Approval of Contract with Just 5 Clicks  
 F. Approval of New High School Courses 
  1. Pictorial Literature   
  2. Business Finance 
  3. Theory of Learning  
 
VI. Action Items for January 26, 2009 
 
 A. Organizational Items for 2009 
  1. Administration of Oath of Office of Newly Elected Trustees 
  2. Election of Officers 
  3. Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories 
   on Accounts 
  4. Approval of Appointment of Christian Fenton and Isha Smith as Representatives 
   to MAISL for Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter 
  5. Approval of Board Regular Meeting Calendar for 2009 
B.  Approval of Human Resources Report of December, 2008 
C.  Approval of Minutes of December 8, 2008 
D.  Approval of Resolution to Commence Budget Preparation for 2009-10 
E.  Approval of Bids 
 1. Grosse Pointe South Multi-Purpose Room 
 2. Grosse Pointe North Window Project  
 
VII. Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Declaration of Candidacy for 2009 Board Officers 
 B. Financial Reports 
 
VIII. Future Meetings  
   
 A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 26, 2009, 8 p.m., North High School 
  
 
IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
 
X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
XI. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <title>November 24, 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Distinguished Service Awards Presentation 
<br /> B. Beautification Award – Trombly 
<br /> C. Board Election Results 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Consent Agenda Action Items from October 27, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of October 20, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Minutes of October 27, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Bid for Parcells Middle School Technology Department Air Conditioning   
<br /> 
<br />VI. Action Items for December 8, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of November 19, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of November 24, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1 
<br /> D. Approval of Extended Day Kindergarten Rates 
<br /> E. Approval of New High School Course   
<br />  1. Graphic Novels – English   
<br />  2. Business 
<br />  3. Theory of Learning  
<br /> F. Approval of Contract with Just5Clicks 
<br />     
<br />VII. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Financial Reports 
<br /> B. Policy Committee Update  
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Future Meetings  
<br />  
<br /> A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 8, 2008, 8 p.m., South High School 
<br />  
<br />IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>November 24th, 2008 Grosse Pointe Public School System Board of Education Meeting </itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
 A. Distinguished Service Awards Presentation 
 B. Beautification Award – Trombly 
 C. Board Election Results 
 
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items from October 27, 2008 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of October 20, 2008 
 B. Approval of Minutes of October 27, 2008 
 C. Approval of Bid for Parcells Middle School Technology Department Air Conditioning   
 
VI. Action Items for December 8, 2008 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of November 19, 2008 
 B. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of November 24, 2008 
 C. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1 
 D. Approval of Extended Day Kindergarten Rates 
 E. Approval of New High School Course   
  1. Graphic Novels – English   
  2. Business 
  3. Theory of Learning  
 F. Approval of Contract with Just5Clicks 
     
VII. Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Financial Reports 
 B. Policy Committee Update  
 
VIII. Future Meetings  
  
 A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 8, 2008, 8 p.m., South High School 
  
IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
 
X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
XI. Adjournment     </itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>2:07:50</itunes:duration>
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      <title>October 27, 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Recognitions 
<br />  1. National Merit Scholars and Commended Students 
<br />  2. North High School Yearbook Staff 
<br />  3. Advanced Placement Scholars 
<br />  4. Presentation to Al Diver – Principal of the Year 
<br /> B. District Website Update 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Consent Agenda Action Items from September 22, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of September 15, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of September 22, 2008 and Closed Session  
<br />  Minutes from June 9, 2008 and September 22, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Sixth Grade Honors Core Title  
<br /> D. Approval of Bids for Fire Alarms at Maire, Mason, Trombly and Parcells and  
<br />  Kerby Air Conditioning  
<br /> 
<br />VI. Regular Agenda Action Items for October 27, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Annual District Goals    
<br /> B. Approval of School Improvement Plans  
<br />             C.         Approval of Modifications to Bank Line of Credit Borrowing 
<br /> 
<br />  
<br />VII. Action Items for November 24, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Gift from General Motors 
<br /> B. Approval of Human Resources Report of October 20, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Minutes of October 27, 2007 
<br /> D. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Parcells Middle School Technology Department Air Conditioning  
<br />    
<br />VIII. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Financial Report 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Future Meetings  
<br />  
<br /> A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 24, 2008, 8 p.m., South High School 
<br />  
<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Board Meeting for October 2008.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
 A. Recognitions 
  1. National Merit Scholars and Commended Students 
  2. North High School Yearbook Staff 
  3. Advanced Placement Scholars 
  4. Presentation to Al Diver – Principal of the Year 
 B. District Website Update 
 
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items from September 22, 2008 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of September 15, 2008 
 B. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of September 22, 2008 and Closed Session  
  Minutes from June 9, 2008 and September 22, 2008 
 C. Approval of Sixth Grade Honors Core Title  
 D. Approval of Bids for Fire Alarms at Maire, Mason, Trombly and Parcells and  
  Kerby Air Conditioning  
 
VI. Regular Agenda Action Items for October 27, 2007 
 
 A. Approval of Annual District Goals    
 B. Approval of School Improvement Plans  
             C.         Approval of Modifications to Bank Line of Credit Borrowing 
 
  
VII. Action Items for November 24, 2008 
 
 A. Approval of Gift from General Motors 
 B. Approval of Human Resources Report of October 20, 2008 
 C. Approval of Minutes of October 27, 2007 
 D. Approval of Bids 
  1. Parcells Middle School Technology Department Air Conditioning  
    
VIII. Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Financial Report 
 
IX. Future Meetings  
  
 A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 24, 2008, 8 p.m., South High School 
  
X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
 
XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
XII. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>2:10:00</itunes:duration>
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      <title>2008 School Board Candidate Forum By The League of Women Voters</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The League of Women Voters presents the school board candidates for the November 4th Election.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:54:13 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>The League of Women Voters presents the school board candidates for the November 4th Election.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The League of Women Voters presents the school board candidates for the November 4th Election.</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:35:12</itunes:duration>
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      <title>September 22, 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. New Outstanding Employee Recognition  
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Consent Agenda Action Items from August 25, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of August 19, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of August 25, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Revisions to Board Policy 
<br />  1. Policy 7250 – Commemoration and Naming of School Facilities 
<br /> D. Approval of Bid for Grosse Pointe South Fitness Center  
<br /> 
<br />VI. Regular Agenda Action Items for September 22, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Grants from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education  
<br />  1. Grosse Pointe North Challenge Day 
<br />  2. Grosse Pointe North Easy Access to High School Writing Success Program 
<br />  3. Elementary Education, Using Picture Books as Models in Writing 
<br />  4. Reading Support Materials and Teacher Training 
<br />  5. John and Marlene Boll Foundation Gift for the Gymnasium/Pool/Fitness Center 
<br />   at South High School    
<br /> B. Approval of Tax Levy for 2008-09 
<br /> C. Approval of District Legal Counsel 
<br /> D. Appointment of Reinstatement Panel for 2008-09 
<br /> E. Approval of Recommendation from Reinstatement Panel  
<br /> F. Approval of Revision to Board Policy 
<br />  1. Policy 5611 – Due Process Rights 
<br />  
<br />VII. Action Items for October 27, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of September 15, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Minutes of September 22, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Annual District Goals 
<br /> D. Approval of School Improvement Plans  
<br /> E. Approval of Sixth Grade Honors Core Title   
<br />  
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br /> F. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Maire Fire Alarm 
<br />  2. Mason Fire Alarm 
<br />  3. Trombly Fire Alarm 
<br />  4. Parcells Fire Alarm 
<br />  5. Kerby Air Conditioning  
<br />  
<br />VIII. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. District PA 25 Report 
<br /> B. Learning Results Report 
<br /> C. Update on High School 2.0 Initiative 
<br /> D. Enrollment Update and Class Size/Staff Allocation     
<br /> E. Financial Reports 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Future Meetings  
<br />  
<br /> A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 27, 2008, 8 p.m., South High School  
<br /> 
<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:27:09 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Monthly meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education.  See description or summary for agenda.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
 A. New Outstanding Employee Recognition  
 
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items from August 25, 2008 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of August 19, 2008 
 B. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of August 25, 2008 
 C. Approval of Revisions to Board Policy 
  1. Policy 7250 – Commemoration and Naming of School Facilities 
 D. Approval of Bid for Grosse Pointe South Fitness Center  
 
VI. Regular Agenda Action Items for September 22, 2008 
 
 A. Approval of Grants from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education  
  1. Grosse Pointe North Challenge Day 
  2. Grosse Pointe North Easy Access to High School Writing Success Program 
  3. Elementary Education, Using Picture Books as Models in Writing 
  4. Reading Support Materials and Teacher Training 
  5. John and Marlene Boll Foundation Gift for the Gymnasium/Pool/Fitness Center 
   at South High School    
 B. Approval of Tax Levy for 2008-09 
 C. Approval of District Legal Counsel 
 D. Appointment of Reinstatement Panel for 2008-09 
 E. Approval of Recommendation from Reinstatement Panel  
 F. Approval of Revision to Board Policy 
  1. Policy 5611 – Due Process Rights 
  
VII. Action Items for October 27, 2008 
 
 A. Approval of Human Resources Report of September 15, 2008 
 B. Approval of Minutes of September 22, 2008 
 C. Approval of Annual District Goals 
 D. Approval of School Improvement Plans  
 E. Approval of Sixth Grade Honors Core Title   
  
 
 
 F. Approval of Bids 
  1. Maire Fire Alarm 
  2. Mason Fire Alarm 
  3. Trombly Fire Alarm 
  4. Parcells Fire Alarm 
  5. Kerby Air Conditioning  
  
VIII. Information and Discussion 
 
 A. District PA 25 Report 
 B. Learning Results Report 
 C. Update on High School 2.0 Initiative 
 D. Enrollment Update and Class Size/Staff Allocation     
 E. Financial Reports 
 
IX. Future Meetings  
  
 A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 27, 2008, 8 p.m., South High School  
 
X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
 
XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
XII. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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    <item>
      <title>August 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Aug 2008 14:42:46 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>August 2008 Board of Education Meeting</itunes:subtitle>
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      <itunes:duration>1:55:00</itunes:duration>
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      <title>July 28th, 2008 Grosse Pointe Public School Board Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call   
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Award for Design of South and North High School Science Buildings    
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Consent Agenda Action Items from June 23, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of June 16, 2008  
<br /> B. Approval of Work Session Minutes of June 9, 2008 and Regular Meeting Minutes of  
<br />  June 23, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Memberships 
<br />  1. Michigan Association of School Boards 
<br /> D. Approval of Resolution on Indemnification 
<br />  1. Liability Indemnification 
<br />  2. Asbestos Indemnification 
<br />   a. Operation and Maintenance Employees 
<br />   b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator 
<br /> E.  Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds 
<br /> F. Approval of Designated Agent 
<br /> G. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board for 2008-09 
<br /> H. Approval of Textbooks 
<br />  1. Honors Biology 
<br />  2. Middle School Social Studies  
<br />  3. Grade 5 Social Studies Atlas 
<br /> I. Approval of Contract with Temporary School Services 
<br /> J. Approval of Technology Purchases  
<br />  1. Microsoft License Agreement 
<br />  2. Reconditioned Laptop Computers 
<br />  3. Web Hosting Service 
<br />  4. Renewal of License for Backup Software 
<br /> K. Approval of Accounts Payable  
<br />   
<br />VI. Regular Agenda Action Items from June 23, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of New NEOLA Policy Manual  
<br /> 
<br />VII. Action Items for August 25, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of July 23, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Minutes of July 28, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Tuition Rates for 2008-09 
<br /> D. Approval of Third Party Dependent Audit 
<br /> E. Approval of Textbooks for Mandarin Chinese Course 
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Monthly Financial Report   
<br /> B. Bond and Sinking Fund Projects for 2008-09 
<br /> C. Updated Class Size Report 
<br /> D. District Legal Counsel  
<br /> 
<br />IX. Future Meetings  
<br />  
<br /> A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 25, 2008, 8 p.m., South High School 
<br /> 
<br />X. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Monthly meeting of the Grosse Pointe Public School System Board of Education</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>June 23rd, 2008 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education</title>
      <description><![CDATA[School Board Meeting for June 23rd, 2008]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2008 17:55:31 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>School Board Meeting for June 23rd, 2008</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary> 
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  
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      <title>May 27th, 2008 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Staff and Student Recognitions 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Regular Meeting Action Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of April 18, 2008  
<br /> B. Approval of Business Items of April 30, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of April 28, 2008 and Closed 
<br />  and Work Session Minutes of May 13, 2008 
<br /> D. Approval of Resolution on State Aid Borrowing 
<br /> E. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice 
<br /> F. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees  
<br /> G. Approval of Resolution on Wayne County RESA Budget  
<br /> H. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Defer Air-Conditioning 
<br />  2. South Fire Alarm 
<br />  3. North Parking Lot 
<br />  4. Parcells Parking Lot 
<br /> I. Approval of Contract for Cafeteria Services 
<br /> J. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2 
<br /> K. Approval of High School Course - Digital Seminars 
<br />   
<br />V. Action Items for June 23, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of May 19, 2008 
<br />B. Approval of Business Items of May 30, 2008 
<br />C. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3 
<br />D. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of May 27, 2008 
<br /> E. Approval of 2008-09 School Year Budget 
<br /> F. Approval of  Textbooks 
<br />  1. Chemistry Textbook 
<br />  2. High School Economics Textbook 
<br />  3. Supplemental Atlas Set for 6th and 7th Grade World History  
<br />  4. 8th Grade Conceptual Physics Textbook 
<br />  5. High School Geometry 
<br />6. K-5 Mathematics Series 
<br />  7. Social Studies Materials for Grades K, 1, 2 and 5  
<br /> G. Purchase of Honors and Regular World History and American Government Textbooks 
<br /> H. Approval of Third Party Dependent Audit 
<br /> I. Approval of Technology Purchase 
<br />  1. Reconditioned Computers 
<br />  2. CISCO SmartNet Renewal 
<br /> 
<br />VI. Information and Discussion 
<br />  
<br /> A. Monthly Financial Report     
<br /> 
<br />VII. Future Meetings  
<br /> 
<br /> A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, June 9, 2008, 6 p.m., 389 St. Clair 
<br /> B. Work Session of the Board, Monday, June 23, 2008, 6:00 p.m., North High School 
<br />C. Public Hearing on 2008-09 Budget, June 23, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School 
<br />D.  Public Hearing on School Breakfast Program, June 23, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High  
<br />  School 
<br />E. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 23, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School 
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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  </itunes:summary>
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      <title>April 28th, 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Distinguished Volunteers 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Regular Meeting Action Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Resolution Recognizing Distinguished Volunteers  
<br /> B. Approval of Human Resources Report of March 19, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Business Items of March 31, 2008 
<br /> D. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of March 31, 2008 and Work 
<br />  Session Minutes of April 14, 2008 
<br /> E. Approval of Resolution for Layoff of Teaching Personnel 
<br /> F. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. North Fire Alarm 
<br />  2. Brownell Univent 
<br />  3. Brownell Classroom Renovations 
<br /> G. Approval of Algebra I Textbook 
<br />   
<br />V. Action Items for May 27, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of April 18, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Business Items of April 30, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of April 28, 2008 
<br /> D. Approval of Resolution on State Aid Borrowing 
<br /> E. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice 
<br /> F. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees 
<br />      G. Approval of Resolution on Wayne County RESA Budget 
<br /> H. Approval of Bids  
<br />  1. Defer Air-Conditioning  
<br />  2. South Fire Alarm  
<br />  3. North Parking Lot 
<br />  4. Parcells Parking Lot 
<br /> I. Approval of Contract for Cafeteria Services 
<br /> J. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2 
<br />  
<br />VI. Information and Discussion 
<br />  
<br /> A. Budget Update and Monthly Financial Report    
<br /> B. Technology Plan Review 
<br /> C. High School Diplomas for World War II and Korean War Veterans  
<br /> 
<br />VII. Future Meetings  
<br /> 
<br /> A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, May 12, 2008, 6 p.m., 389 St. Clair 
<br /> B. Work Session of the Board, Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 6:00 p.m., North High School 
<br />C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School 
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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   
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      <title>March 31st, 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.  
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Recognitions 
<br />  1. James Adams, South 
<br />  2. Mark David, South 
<br />  3.  Grace Smith, Department of Curriculum and Instruction 
<br />  4. Dan Griesbaum, High School Baseball Coaches Hall of Fame 
<br />  5. Grosse Pointe North Girls Basketball Team 
<br />  6. Grosse Pointe South Girls Ice Hockey Team 
<br />  7. Grosse Pointe South Swimmer and Diver 
<br />   
<br /> B. Extended Day Kindergarten Registration 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Regular Meeting Action Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Grants from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education 
<br /> B. Approval of Human Resources Report of February 13, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Business Items of February 29, 2008 
<br /> D. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of February 25, 2008 and Work 
<br />  Session Minutes of March 10, 2008 
<br /> E. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2008-09 
<br />  1. Social Studies 
<br />  2. Science 
<br />F. Approval of Mandarin Chinese Instruction at the Middle and High School Levels 
<br /> G. Approval of New Course, Applied Medical Research with Clinical Investigation 
<br /> H. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Pierce Lockers 
<br />  2. Terrazzo Floors 
<br /> I. Approval of Architect Contracts for Ehresman & Associates 
<br />  
<br />V. Action Items for April 28, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of March 19, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Business Items of March 31, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of March 31, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> D. Approval of Resolution Recognizing Distinguished Volunteers   
<br /> E. Approval of Resolution for Layoff of Teaching Personnel  
<br /> F. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. North Fire Alarm 
<br />  2. Brownell Univent  
<br />  3. Brownell Classroom Renovations 
<br /> G. Approval of Algebra I Textbook 
<br /> 
<br />VI. Information and Discussion 
<br />  
<br /> A. Budget Update and Monthly Financial Report    
<br /> B. District Food Service Survey Results and Actions  
<br /> 
<br />VII. Future Meetings  
<br /> 
<br /> A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, April 14, 6:00 p.m., 389 St. Clair 
<br /> B. Work Session of the Board, Monday, April 28, 2008, 6:00 p.m., North High School 
<br />C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 28, 2008, 8:00 p.m., North High School 
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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 &amp; 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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>February 25th, 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Recognitions 
<br />  1. Patricia Guest, Ferry 
<br />  2. JoEllen Cumpata, Parcells 
<br />  3. Susan Fell, Parcells  
<br /> B. District Code of Conduct Survey on Website 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Regular Meeting Action Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of January 23, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Business Items of January 31, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Closed Session, Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of  
<br />  January 28, 2008 and Work Session Minutes of February 11, 2008 
<br /> D. Approval of Ehresman and Associates as Architects of Record  
<br />E. Approval of Contract with Paraprofessionals 
<br />F. Approval of Contract with Technology Staff  
<br />  
<br />V. Action Items for March 31, 2008 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of February 13, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Business Items of February 29, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of February 25, 2008 
<br /> D. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2008-09 
<br />  1.  Social Studies 
<br />  2.  Science  
<br /> E. Approval of Curriculum for Mandarin Chinese  
<br /> F. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Pierce Lockers 
<br />  2. Terrazzo Floors 
<br /> G. Approval of New Course, Applied Medical Research with Clinical Investigation  
<br />     
<br />VI. Information and Discussion 
<br />  
<br /> A. Budget Update and Monthly Financial Report    
<br /> 
<br />VII. Future Meetings  
<br /> 
<br /> A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, March 10, 2008, 6:00 p.m., 389 St. Clair 
<br /> B. Work Session of the Board, Monday, March 31, 2008, 6:00 p.m.,  GP North HS 
<br />C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 31, 2008, 8:00 p.m., GP North HS  
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>January 28th, 2008 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Moment of Silence for Michigan Soldier, Sgt. Peter Neesley 
<br /> B. Recognitions  
<br />1. GRAMMY Signature Schools Award for Top 100 Music Programs – 
<br /> North High School Vocal, Band and Orchestra Programs 
<br />2. South High School Music Student 
<br />3. School Board Recognition  
<br />C. Sodexho Food Service Survey on District Website 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Regular Meeting Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report of January 8, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Business Items of December 31, 2007 
<br /> C. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of January 14, 2008 and Work Session Minutes of 
<br />  December 17, 2007 
<br /> D. Approval of Budget Parameters for the 2008-09 School Year 
<br />E. Approval of Middle School Program of Studies 
<br />F. Approval of Board Meeting Calendar 
<br />  
<br />V. Future Meeting Action Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of January 23, 2008 
<br /> B. Approval of Business Items of January 31, 2008 
<br /> C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of January 28, 2008 
<br /> D. Appointment of Ehresman and Assoicates as Architects of Record 
<br />     
<br />VI. Information and Discussion 
<br />  
<br /> A. Update on Pool Construction – Barton Malow 
<br />B.  Update on Fundraising for Pool Project 
<br />C.  Monthly Financial Report   
<br />  
<br />VII. Future Meetings  
<br /> 
<br /> Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School 
<br /> A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, February 11, 2008, 6:00 p.m. 
<br /> B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, February 11, 2008, 8:00 p.m. 
<br /> C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, February 25, 2008, 6:00 p.m. 
<br /> D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, February 25, 2008, 8:00 p.m.  </p>

<p>VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>January 14th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education</title>
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<br />VIII. Future Meetings<br />Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School<br />A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 6:00 p.m.<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 8:00 p.m.<br />C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 6:00 p.m.<br />D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 8:00 p.m.<br />IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>December 17th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call<br />II. Superintendent’s Report<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items<br />IV. Consent Meeting Action Items<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for December 5, 2007<br />B. Approval of Business Items<br />C. Approval of Procedures for On-Line Courses<br />D. Approval of Proposed Robotics Course<br />E. Approval of Revised Board ByLaws<br />F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1<br />G. Approval of Contract with Grosse Pointe Administrators Association<br />V. Regular Meeting Action Items<br />A. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 26, 2007<br />B. Approval of High School Program of Studies<br />C. Approval of District-Wide Facilities Bid - Roofing<br />D. Approval of Contract with Non-Instructional Supervisors<br />VI. Future Meeting Action Items<br />A. Acceptance of Office of Newly Elected Trustees; Administration of Oath of Office; and<br />Acknowledgement of Receipt of Acceptance and Affidavit of Eligibility<br />B. Election of Officers for 2008<br />C. Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories on<br />Accounts<br />D. Approval of Appointment of Isha Smith as Secondary Representative to the MAISL for<br />Property/Liability Insurance Underwriter<br />E. Approval of Human Resources Report<br />F. Approval of Business Items<br />G. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of December 10 and 17, 2007<br />H. Approval of Field Trips<br />1) South Choir Trip to Spain, February, 2008<br />2) South Instrumental Trip to the London Heritage of Music Festival in London,<br />England, March, 2008<br />VII. Information and Discussion<br />A. Statements from 2008 Board Officer Candidates<br />VIII. Future Meetings<br />Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School<br />A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 6:00 p.m.<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 8:00 p.m.<br />C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 6:00 p.m.<br />D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 8:00 p.m.<br />IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call<br />II. Superintendent’s Report<br />A. Student Code of Conduct<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items<br />IV. Current Meeting Action Items<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 26, 2007<br />B. Approval of Business Items<br />C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 12, 2007<br />V. Future Meeting Action Items<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for December 5, 2007<br />B. Approval of Business Items<br />C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 26, 2007<br />D. Approval of Parameters for the Development of the 2008-09 Budget<br />E. Approval of Procedures for On-Line Courses<br />F. Approval of High School Program of Studies<br />G. Approval for Proposed Robotics Course<br />H. Approval of Revised Board ByLaws<br />I. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1<br />J. Approval of Contract with Grosse Pointe Administrators Association<br />K. Approval of Bid for Roofing<br />VI. Information and Discussion<br />A. Declaration of Candidacy for 2008 Board Officers<br />VII. Future Meetings<br />Meetings at Grosse Pointe South High School<br />A. Work Session of the Board, December 17, 2007, 6:00 p.m.<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 17, 2007, 8:00 p.m.<br />Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School<br />A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 6:00 p.m.<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 14, 2008, 8:00 p.m.<br />C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 6:00 p.m.<br />D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, January 28, 2007, 8:00 p.m.<br />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.<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>November 26th, 2007 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call<br />II. Superintendent’s Report<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items<br />IV. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 7, 2007<br />B. Approval of Business Items<br />C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of October 8, 2007<br />D. Approval of Math Textbook, Glencoe Pre-Algebra for Grade 9<br />V. Current Meeting Action Items<br />A. Approval of Audit Report<br />B. Approval of Bid for Lighting<br />C. Approval of Employment Contract for Community Relations Services<br />D. Approval of Contract with Support Personnel (GPESPA)<br />VI. Future Meeting Action Items<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 26, 2007<br />B. Approval of Business Items<br />C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 12, 2007<br />VII. Future Meetings<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School<br />A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, December 10, 2007, 6:00 p.m.<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 10, 2007, 8:00 p.m.<br />C. Work Session of the Board, Monday, December 17, 2007, 6:00 p.m.<br />D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, December 17, 2007, 8:00 p.m.<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2007 06:56:58 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>See Summary or Description for Agenda.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 7:30 P.M.<br />I. Reception to Honor Staff<br />A. Recognition of D. Allan Diver as Michigan High School Principal of the Year<br />B. Recognition of Robin Hartnett<br />C. Recognition of MAC Coaches of the Year<br />D. Recognition of James Adams, Recipient of the Siemans Award for Advanced Placement<br />E. Recognition of South High School by the Siemans Foundation<br />ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call<br />II. Superintendent’s Report<br />A. Study of Chinese Language by the Educational Programs Leadership Council<br />B. Sodexho Food Service<br />C. Review of Student Code of Conduct<br />D. Board Work Session on International Baccalaureate Program , November 26, 2007<br />E. Election Results<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items<br />IV. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for October 1, 2007<br />B. Approval of Regular and Closed Session Meeting Minutes of September 24, 2007<br />C. Approval of Bid for CISCO Equipment<br />V. Current Meeting Action Items<br />A. Approval of Bid for Toshiba Copiers<br />B. Approval of Gifts from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education<br />1. North High School<br />2. Poupard Elementary School<br />C. Approval of Request to Name Maire Playground in Honor of Karl Pfaehler<br />VI. Future Meeting Action Items<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for November 7, 2007<br />B. Approval of Business Items<br />C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Meeting Minutes of October 8, 2007<br />D. Approval of Audit Report<br />E. Approval of Bids – Lighting<br />F. Approval of Math Textbook, Glencoe PreAlgebra for Grade 9
<br />VII. Future Meetings<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School<br />A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, November 26, 2007, 6:00 p.m.<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m.<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent<br />X. Adjournment<br />Agenda</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2007 10:17:29 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>See summary for agenda.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Board Candidate Forum Presented by the League of Women Voters</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2007 00:17:44 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>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.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>October 8th, 2007 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br />A. Recognition of National Merit Semi-Finalists and Commended Students 
<br />B. District PA 25 Report 
<br />C. Enrollment Update 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for September 19, 2007 
<br /> B. Approval of Closed Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of  
<br />  September 10, 2007  
<br />     
<br />V. Current Meeting Action Items  
<br /> 
<br />A. Approval of Business Items for September, 2007 
<br />  
<br />VI. Future Meeting Action Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for October 1, 2007 
<br /> B. Approval of Regular and Closed Session Minutes of September 24, 2007 
<br /> C. Approval of Bid for Toshiba Copiers 
<br />D. Approval of Bid for Cisco Equipment 
<br />E. Approval of Contract with Office Personnel (GPEAOP) 
<br />   
<br />VII. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School 
<br />A. Board Work Session, Monday, October 22, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 22, 2007, 8:00 p.m. 
<br />C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 12, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br />D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, November 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>September 24th, 2007 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> A. Enrollment Update 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Hearing on Truth in Taxation 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report 
<br /> B. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of August 27, 2007  
<br /> C. Approval of Facilities Bids 
<br />  1. Plumbing 
<br />  2. Fencing 
<br /> D. Approval of Tax Rates for 2007-08 
<br />    
<br />VI. Current Meeting Action Items  
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Business Items for September, 2007 
<br /> B. Approval of Facility Bid - Ceilings 
<br /> C. Approval of Neighborhood Club Lease 
<br /> D. Approval of Revised Board Policy – JBC - Admissions 
<br />  
<br />VII. Future Meeting Action Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report 
<br /> B. Approval of Business Items 
<br />C. Approval of Regular and Closed Session Minutes of September 10, 2007 
<br />  
<br />VIII. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School 
<br />A. Board Work Session, Monday, October 8, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 8, 2007, 8:00 p.m. 
<br />C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 22, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>September 10th, 2007 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> A. Enrollment Update 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Hearing on Truth in Taxation 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report of August 22, 2007 
<br /> B. Approval of K-12 Assessment Plan   
<br /> C. Approval of Consultant Fees for Dr. Roger McCaig 
<br />   
<br />VI. Current Meeting Action Items  
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Business Items for August, 2007 
<br /> B. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of August 13, 2007 
<br /> C. Approval of Revised Board Policies 
<br />  1. Admissions 
<br />  2. High School Graduation Requirements 
<br />  
<br />VII. Future Meeting Action Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report  
<br /> B. Approval of Business Items for September, 2007 
<br /> C. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of August 27, 2007 
<br /> D. Approval of Facilities Bids 
<br />  1. Plumbing 
<br />  2. Fencing 
<br />  3. Accoustic Ceilings 
<br />E. Approval of Tax Rates for 2007-08 
<br /> F. Approval of Lease for Neighborhood Club 
<br />VIII. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School 
<br />A. Work Session of the Board, Monday, September 24, 2007, 6:00 p.m.  
<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 24, 2007, 8:00 p.m. 
<br />C. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 8, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br />D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, October 22, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br /> 
<br />IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>August 27th, 2007 GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> A. Construction Project Update  
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Current Meeting Consent Agenda Items  
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Elementary Program of Studies 
<br /> B. Approval of Agreement with Temporary School Staff  
<br /> C. Approval of District Reinstatement Panel 
<br />  
<br />V. Current Meeting Action Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Tuition Rates 
<br />  
<br />VI. Future Meeting Action Items  
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report  
<br /> B. Approval of Business Items  
<br /> C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes of August 13, 2007 
<br /> D. Approval of K-12 Assessment Plan 
<br />  1. K-12 Assessment Program Recommendations 
<br />  2. Recommendation for Purchase of a Student Assessment Program 
<br /> E. Approval of Consultant Fees for Dr. Roger McCaig 
<br /> F. Approval of Revised Board Policies 
<br />  1. Admissions  
<br />  2. High School Graduation Requirements  
<br /> 
<br />VII. Future Meetings at Grosse Pointe South High School 
<br /> 
<br />A. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 10, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 27, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  </p>

<p>VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Aug 2007 15:06:51 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>GPPSS Board of Education Meeting</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>2:53:00</itunes:duration>
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      <title>August 13th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. K-12 Assessment Committee Report  
<br />   
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Consent Agenda Items for August 13, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July 1-18, 2007 
<br /> B. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education for  
<br />  Early Reading Support and Teacher Training 
<br /> C. Approval of Purchase of Replacement Technology Items 
<br />  1. Microsoft Software Renewal 
<br />  2. Ardence Thin Client Licenses 
<br />  3. Anti-Virus Software 
<br />  4. Purchase of Reconditioned Computers 
<br />  5. Cell Phone Bid 
<br /> D. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board 
<br /> E. Approval of Information on HPV for Middle School Adolescent Health   
<br />  Curriculum  
<br /> F. Rejection of Bid for Asbestos Removal at North High School 
<br /> G. Approval of 9th Grade Freshman Assist Textbook 
<br /> H. Approval of Contract with Servicar with Special Education Transportation 
<br /> 
<br />V. Agenda Action Items for August 13, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July 18-31, 2007 
<br /> B. Approval of Business Items for July, 2007 
<br /> C. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of July 23, 2007 
<br /> D. Approval of Contract with Sodexho for Cafeteria Services 
<br /> E. Appointment of Study of IB Middle Years and Diploma Program 
<br />  
<br />VI. Agenda Action Items for August 27, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Elementary Program of Studies 
<br /> B. Approval of Agreement with Temporary School Staff   
<br /> C. Approval of District Reinstatement Panel 
<br /> D. Approval of Tuition Rates 
<br />  
<br />VII. Items for Information and Discussion for August 13, 2007  
<br /> 
<br /> A. Enrollment Update 
<br />  
<br />VIII. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe South High School 
<br />A. Board Work Session, Monday, August 27, 2007, 6:00 p.m.  
<br />B.  Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 27, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br />C.  Board Work Session, Monday, September 10, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br />D.  Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 10, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br />E.  Board Work Session, Monday, September 24, 2007 6:00 p.m. 
<br />F.  Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, September 24, 8:00 p.m.   
<br /> 
<br />IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>GPPSS Board of Education Meeting for August 13, 2007.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>July 23rd, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br />  
<br /> A.  Update from Senator Martha Scott 
<br /> B. Summer Learning Program 
<br /> C. Chinese Bridge for American and Korean Schools Delegation Trip  
<br />   
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for July 23, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for June 1 - 11, 2007 
<br /> B. Approval of Two New Reserved Titles for Grade 6 
<br /> C. Approval of One General Adoption for Language Arts Instruction 
<br /> D. Approval of Michigan Association of School Board (MASB) Membership 
<br /> E. Approval of Clark Hill for General Counsel 
<br /> F. Approval of Resolution on Indemnification 
<br />  1. Liability Indemnification 
<br />  2. Asbestos Indemnification 
<br />   a. Operation and Maintenance Employees 
<br />   b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator 
<br /> G. Adoption of Resolution on School Breakfast Program 
<br /> H. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds 
<br /> I. Approval of Appointment of Designated Agent   
<br /> J. Approval of Three Reserved Titles for 4/5 Magnet Program  
<br /> 
<br />V. Agenda Action Items for July 23, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Reports for June 11-30, 2007  
<br /> B. Approval of Business Items for June, 2007 
<br /> C. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meetings of May 29, 2007 and June 11, 2007 
<br /> D. Approval of Continuance of Funds and Accounts and Designation of   
<br />  Signatories on Accounts 
<br /> E. Approval of Study of IB Middle Years and Diploma Program 
<br /> F. Approval of Contract with Grosse Pointe Education/MEA-NEA 
<br />VI. Review of Agenda Items for August 13, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Human Resources Report for July, 2007 
<br />B. Approval of Business Items for July, 2007 
<br />C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Minutes of July 23, 2007 
<br />D. Approval of Gift from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education for 
<br />Early Reading Support and Teacher Training 
<br />E. Approval of Contract with Sodexho for Cafeteria Services 
<br />F. Approval of Purchase of Replacement Technology Items 
<br />1. Microsoft Software Renewal 
<br />2. Ardence Thin Client Licenses 
<br />3. Anti-virus Software 
<br />4. Purchase of Reconditioned Computers 
<br />5. Cell Phone Bid 
<br />G. Approval of Co-Chairs for Human Sexuality Advisory Board 
<br />H. Approval of Information on HPV for Middle School Adolescent Health 
<br />Curriculum 
<br />I. Rejection of Bid for Asbestos Removal at North High School  
<br />J. Approval of 9th Grade Freshman Assist Textbook  
<br />K. Approval of Contract with Servicar for Special Education Transportation 
<br /> 
<br />VII. Items for Information and Discussion for July 23, 2007 
<br /> 
<br />A. Project Update  
<br />B. Monthly Financial Report 
<br />C. Upcoming 2007 Regular School Board Election 
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br />Meetings at Grosse Pointe South High School 
<br />A. Board Work Session, Monday, August 13, 2007 6:00 p.m. 
<br />B.  Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 13, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br />C.  Board Work Session, Monday, August 27, 2007 6:00 p.m. 
<br />D.  Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, August 27, 8:00 p.m.   
<br /> 
<br />IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>June 11th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Public Hearing on the School Breakfast Program 2007-2008 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Hearing on the Budget for 2007-2008 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Highlights of 2006-2007 School Year  
<br />   
<br />V. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />VI. Consent Agenda Action for June 11, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Human Resources Report for May, 2007  
<br /> B. Approval of Bids 
<br />  1. Flooring  
<br />  2. Concrete 
<br />  3. Masonry  
<br />  4. Doors 
<br />  
<br />VII. Agenda Action Items for June 11, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Business Items – Accounts Payable for May, 2007 
<br /> B. Approval of Minutes of Closed, Work and Regular Sessions of May 14, 2007,    
<br />  Work Session and Regular Meeting of May 29, 2007, and Regular Meeting   
<br />  Minutes of May 31, 2007 
<br /> C. Approval of Donation for Air Conditioning for Richard Elementary School 
<br /> D. Approval of Bid for Richard Air Conditioning  
<br /> E. Approval of Contract for Central Office Administrators for 2007-2009 
<br /> F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #3 
<br /> G. Approval of Budget for 2007-2008 
<br /> H. Approval of Revisions to the District Library Agreement 
<br /> I. Approval of Board Meeting Calendar for 2007-2008 
<br /> J. Approval of State Aid Cash Flow Borrowing for 2007-2008 
<br />VIII. Review of Agenda Action Items for July 9, 2007 
<br /> 
<br />A. Approval of Human Resources Report for June, 2007 
<br />B. Approval of Business Items for June, 2007 
<br />C. Approval of Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes for June 11, 2007  
<br />D. Approval of Three Reserved Titles for 4/5 Magnet Program 
<br />E. Approval of Two New Reserved Titles for Grade 6 
<br />F. Approval of One General Adoption for Language Arts Instruction 
<br />G. Approval of Memberships 
<br />1. Michigan Association of School Boards 
<br />2. Michigan High School Athletic Association 
<br />H. Approval of Clark Hill for General Counsel 
<br />I. Approval to Study IB Middle Years and Diploma Program 
<br />J. Resolution on Indemnification 
<br /> 1. Liability Indemnification 
<br /> 2. Asbestos Indemnification 
<br />  a. Operation and Maintenance Employees 
<br />  b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator 
<br />K. Adoption of Resolution on School Breakfast Program 
<br />L. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds 
<br />M. Continuance of Funds and Accounts and Designation of Signatories on Accounts 
<br />N. Appointment of Designated Agent 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Items for Information and Discussion for June 11, 2007 
<br /> 
<br />A. Project Update 
<br />B. Report on Services for Struggling Learners 
<br /> 
<br />X. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School 
<br />A. Board Work Session, Monday, July 9, 2007 6:00 p.m. 
<br />B.  Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, July 9, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br />C.  Board Work Session, Monday, July 23, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br />D.  Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, July 23, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br /> 
<br />XI. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />XII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XIII. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>May 29th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. </p>

<p>I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call </p>

<p>II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br />A. School Safety Update 
<br />B. Student Code of Conduct </p>

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

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

<p>VII. Items for Information and Discussion for May 29, 2007 
<br />A. Monthly Financial Report 
<br />B. International Baccalaureate Program </p>

<p>VIII. Future Meetings 
<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School 
<br />A. Board Work Session, Monday, June 11, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 11, 2007, 8:00 p.m. 
<br />IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>May 14th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report  
<br />   
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Action Items for May 14, 2007 
<br /> 
<br />A. Human Resources Report for April, 2007  
<br />B. Business Items – Accounts Payable for April, 2007  
<br />C. Approval of Meeting Minutes of April 2, 2007, Work Session Minutes of April 
<br /> 16, 2007, Regular Board Meeting Minutes of April 16 and 30, 2007, and 
<br /> Closed Session Minutes of April 30, 2007   
<br />D. Approval of Second of Two Bid Packets for the Pool and Gymnasium Project at 
<br />  South High School 
<br />E. Approval of Middle School Honors Science Textbooks 
<br />F. Approval of Middle School Mathematics Textbooks 
<br /> 
<br />V. Review of Action Items for May 29, 2007 
<br /> 
<br />A. Approval of Resolution Honoring District Retirees 
<br />B. Approval of Resolution on Schools of Choice for 2007-2008 
<br />C. Approval of Resolution on WCRESA Budget for 2007-2008 
<br />D. Approval of Bid for North Asbestos Removal  
<br />E. Approval of South High School “S” Building Roof 
<br />F. Approval of Middle School Honors Social Studies Textbooks 
<br /> 
<br />VI. Items for Information and Discussion for May 14, 2007 
<br /> 
<br />A. Enrollment Update 
<br />B. Project Update </p>

<p>VII. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School 
<br />A. Board Work Session, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 8:00 p.m. 
<br />C. Board Work Session, Monday, June 11, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br />D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 11, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br />E. Board Work Session, Monday, June 25, 2007, 6:00 p.m.  
<br />F. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, June 25, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>April 30th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report  
<br /> 
<br /> A. Volunteer Recognition Awards 
<br />B. Middle School Honors Science Textbooks 
<br />C. Elementary and Middle School Mathematics Textbooks 
<br />D. Enrollment Update 
<br />  
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for April 30, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Teacher Layoffs  
<br /> B. Approval of Bid for Pierce Middle School Univent Replacement (Phase 2)  
<br />   
<br />V. Action Items for April 30, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Donation from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education 
<br />  for the Elementary Foreign Language Program 
<br /> B. Approval of First of Two Bid Packets for the Pool and Gymnasium Project at  
<br />  South High School  
<br />  
<br />VI. Review of Action Items for May 14, 2007 
<br /> 
<br />A.  Human Resources Report for April, 2007 
<br />B.  Business Items – Accounts Payable for April, 2007 
<br />C.  Approval of Closed Session Minutes of April 2, 2007, Work Session Minutes of 
<br /> April 16, 2007, Regular Board Meeting Minutes of April 16 and 30, 2007, and 
<br /> Closed Session Minutes of April 30, 2007  
<br />D.  Approval of Second of Two Bid Packets for the Pool and Gymnasium Project at 
<br /> South High School 
<br />E.  Approval of South High School “S” Building Roof  </p>

<p>VII. Items for Information and Discussion for April 30, 2007 
<br /> 
<br />A. Monthly Financial Report 
<br />B. High School Diplomas for World War II and Korean War Veterans  
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School 
<br />A. Board Work Session, Monday, May 14, 2007, 6:00 p.m.  
<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, May 14, 2007 
<br />C. Board Work Session, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br />D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br /> 
<br />IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>2:14:00</itunes:duration>
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      <title>April 16th, 2007 Meeting of the Board</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report  
<br /> 
<br /> A. First Robotics Team Presentation 
<br /> B. Monteith Principal Hiring Update 
<br /> C. Middle School and High School Course Planning for 2007-08 
<br />   
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for April 16, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Human Resources Report for March, 2007  
<br /> B. Business Items – Accounts Payable for March, 2007  
<br /> C. Approval of Regular Board Meeting Minutes of March 12 and 26, 2007, 
<br />Special Meeting Minutes of March 15 and 19, 2007, and Closed Session 
<br />Minutes of March 26, 2007   
<br />  
<br />V. Review of Action Items for April 30, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Contract with the Grosse Pointe Plant and Cafeteria   
<br />  Association/MEA 
<br /> B. Approval of First of Two Bid Packets for South High School Pool and 
<br />Gymnasium Project 
<br /> C. Approval of Preliminary Budget Summary for 2007-2008 
<br /> D. Approval of Teacher Layoffs  
<br /> E. Bids -  Pierce Middle School Univent Replacement (Phase 2) 
<br /> 
<br />VI. Items for Information and Discussion for April 16, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Project Update </p>

<p>VII. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School 
<br />A. Board Closed Session, Monday, April 30, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 30, 2007, 8:00 p.m. 
<br />C. Board Work Session, Monday, May 14, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br />D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, May 14, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br />E. Regular Meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>March 26th, 2007 Meeting of the Board</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report  
<br /> 
<br /> A. South High School Hockey Team State Championship 
<br /> B. Update on State School Aid and State Budget 
<br />  
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for March 26, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2007-2008  
<br />  1. High School Mathematics Curriculum Sequences and Courses in Pre- 
<br />   Algebra, Algebra and Geometry  
<br /> B. Approval of Elementary Foreign Language Curriculum  
<br /> C. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2 
<br /> D. Approval of Contract with Professional Educational Services Group, LLC 
<br />  
<br />V. Action Items for March 26, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Resolution for Distinguished Volunteer Awards 
<br /> B. Approval of Renovation of Brownell Science Labs 
<br /> C. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2007-2008 
<br />  1. Grades 7-8 Honors Science 
<br />  2. Grades 7-8 Honors Social Studies 
<br /> 
<br />VI. Review of Consent Agenda Action Items for April 16, 2007 
<br /> 
<br />A.  Human Resources Report for March, 2007 
<br />B.  Business Items – Accounts Payable for March, 2007 
<br />C.  Approval of Regular Board Meeting Minutes of March 12 and 26, Special 
<br /> Meeting Minutes of March 15 and 19, 2007, and Closed Session Minutes of 
<br /> March 26, 2007  
<br />D.      Approval of 1st of 2 bid packets for South High School Pool Project 
<br />E.      Approval of Preliminary Budget for 2007-2008 
<br />VI. Items for Information and Discussion for March 26, 2007 
<br /> 
<br />A. High School Study Update 
<br />B. Monthly Financial Report 
<br /> 
<br />VII. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School 
<br />A. Board Work Session, Monday, April 16, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br />B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 16, 2007, 8:00 p.m. 
<br />C. Board Work Session, Monday, April 30, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br />D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 30, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <title>March 19th, 2007 Special Meeting of the Board</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 7:30 P.M.  
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order  -  Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />II. Comments from the President of the Custodial Bargaining Unit, Tom 
<br />Zaglaniczny 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />III. Presentation on Provision of Custodial Services for the Grosse 
<br />Pointe Public School System  
<br /> 
<br />A. Aramark 
<br />B. Sodexho 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments  
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />V. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2007 18:12:01 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>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  </itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>3:29:27</itunes:duration>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>March 12th, 2007 Meeting of the Board</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br />A. School Talk, Channel 20 
<br />B. Update on State School Aid Funding 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items  
<br /> 
<br />IV. Consent Agenda Action Items for March 12, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Human Resources Report for February, 2007 
<br /> B. Business Items  - Accounts Payable for February, 2007 
<br /> C. Approval of Regular, Work Session and Closed Session Minutes of  
<br />  February 12 and 26, 2007 
<br />  
<br />V. Action Items for March 12, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Checks for Ehresman and Associates from January, 2007  
<br />  Accounts Payable Report 
<br /> B. Approval of Bids for Relocation of TV Studio at South High School 
<br /> C. Approval of Fees for Camp O’Fun 
<br /> 
<br />VI. Review of Action Items for March 26, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of Resolution for Distinguished Volunteer Awards 
<br /> B. Approval of Bids for Renovation of Brownell Science Labs 
<br /> C. Approval of Curriculum Revisions for 2007 – 2008 
<br />  1. High School Mathematics Sequence and Courses 
<br />  2. Grades 7 – 8 Honors Science 
<br />  3. Grades 7 – 8 Honors Social Studies 
<br /> D. Approval of Elementary Foreign Language Curriculum 
<br /> E. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2 
<br /> F. Approval of Contract with Professional Educational Services Group, LLC 
<br />VII. Items for Information and Discussion for March 12, 2007 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Project Update 
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br /> Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School    
<br /> A. Board Work Session, Monday, March 26, 2007, 7:00 p.m.   
<br /> B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m. 
<br /> C. Board Work Session, Monday, April 16, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br /> D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 16, 2007, 8:00 p.m. 
<br /> E. Board Work Session, Monday, April 30, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br /> F. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, April 30, 2007, 8:00 p.m. 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2007 11:32:35 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>March 12th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:40:00</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
      <title>February 26th, 2007 Meeting of the Board</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report  
<br /> 
<br /> A. Update on State School Aid Funding 
<br /> B. Human Sexuality Advisory Board Vacancies for 2007 - 2008  
<br />  
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Approval of K-12 English/Language Arts  
<br />  1. Grades K- 8 Modifications 
<br />  2. Grades 9 – 12 Curriculum  
<br /> B. Approval of Bids for South High School Projects 
<br />  1. Terrazzo Stairs 
<br />  2. Relocation of TV Studio  
<br /> C. Approval of Elementary Foreign Language Recommendations 
<br /> 
<br />V. Action Items 
<br /> A. Business Items – Accounts Payable 
<br /> B. Approval of Fees for Camp O’Fun  
<br /> 
<br />VI. Review of Action Items for March 12, 2007 
<br /> A.  Human Resources Report 
<br /> B.  Business Items – Accounts Payable 
<br /> 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 
<br /> D.  Approval of Contribution from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education  
<br /> 
<br />VII. Items for Information and Discussion 
<br /> A. High School Day Study Update 
<br /> B. Monthly Financial Report </p>

<p>VIII. Future Meetings 
<br />Meeting at Grosse Pointe North High School 
<br /> A. Board Work Session, Monday, March 12, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br /> B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 12, 2007, 8:00 p.m. 
<br /> C. Board Work Session, Monday, March 26, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br /> D. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br /> 
<br />IX. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2007 17:53:13 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>February 26th, 2007 Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:50:00</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
      <title>February 12, 2007 Meeting of the Board</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
<br /> 
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report 
<br /> 
<br />A. Update on State School Aid Funding 
<br />B. Human Sexuality Advisory Board Vacancies for 2007-2008 
<br />C. Elementary Foreign Language Forum 
<br />D. School Talk, Channel 20 
<br /> 
<br />III. Public Comments on Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Action Items 
<br /> 
<br /> A. Human Resources Report 
<br /> B. Business Items – Accounts Payable 
<br /> C. Approval of Board Meeting Minutes of January 8 and 16, 2007, Work   
<br />  Session Minutes of January 8, 2007 and Closed Session Minutes of   
<br />  January 16, 2007 
<br /> 
<br />V. Review of Action Items for the Meeting of February 26, 2007 
<br /> 
<br />A. Approval of K-12 English/Language Arts  
<br />1. Grades K- 8 Modifications 
<br />2. Grades 9 – 12 Curriculum 
<br />B. Approval of Bids for South High School Projects 
<br />1. Terrazzo Stairs 
<br />2. Relocation of TV Studio 
<br /> C. Approval of Elementary Foreign Language Recommendations 
<br /> D. Approval of Fees for Camp O’Fun 
<br /> E. Approval of Bids for Renovation of Brownell Middle School Science Lab 
<br /> F. Approval of G.A.A.A. #2 
<br /> G. Approval of Donation from the Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education 
<br />   
<br />VI. Items for Information and Discussion 
<br />  A. Project Update </p>

<p>VII. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br /> Meetings at Grosse Pointe North High School 
<br /> A. Board Work Session, Monday, February 26, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br /> B. Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, February 26, 2007, 8:00 p.m. 
<br /> C. Board Work Session, Monday, March 12, 2007, 6:00 p.m. 
<br /> D.  Regular Meeting of the Board, Monday, March 12, 2007, 8:00 p.m.  
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
<br /> 
<br />X. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Feb 2007 10:10:24 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>GPPSS Board of Education Meeting for February 12, 2007.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>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</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:38:00</itunes:duration>
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      <title>January 16th, 2006 Regular Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.  
<br />     
<br />I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
<br /> 
<br />II. Superintendent’s Report  
<br /> 
<br />A. School Board Recognition 
<br />  
<br />III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />IV. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />V. Consent Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />A. Human Resources Report 
<br />B. Approval of Business Items 
<br />C. Approval of Conference, Regular and Work Session Minutes of December 4 
<br />and 11, 2006 and Closed Session Minutes of December 11, 2006 
<br />D. Approval of Computer Bids 
<br />1.  Purchase of Reconditioned Computers 
<br /> 2.  Purchase of Ardence Software Streaming Technology 
<br /> 3.  Digital PRI Phone Service 
<br /> 4.  Analog Phone Service 
<br />E. Approval of Barton Malow as Construction Manager 
<br /> 
<br />VI. Regular Agenda Action Items 
<br /> 
<br />A. Approval of Middle School Program of Studies 
<br />B. Approval of Appointment of Professional Services for Bond Refinancing 
<br />1.  Senior Managing Underwriter 
<br />2. Bond Counsel 
<br />3. Financial Advisor 
<br />C. Approval of Revised Board of Education Meeting Dates 
<br />D. Approval of Contract with NEOLA for Policy Services 
<br />VII. Items for Information and Discussion 
<br /> 
<br />A. Board Liaison Reports 
<br />B. Project Update 
<br />C. Monthly Financial Report 
<br />D. Enrollment Update 
<br />E. High School Study Update 
<br /> 
<br /> 
<br />VIII. Future Meetings 
<br /> 
<br />Board work sessions will be held on Mondays, February 5 and 12, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. in the North media center room at North High School.  A Conference Meeting of the Board will be held on Monday, February 5, 2007 and a Regular Meeting of the Board on Monday, February 12, 2007,  both at 8:00 p.m. in the North High School Library, 707 Vernier, Grosse Pointe Woods.  
<br /> 
<br />IX. Public Comments 
<br /> 
<br />X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent   
<br /> 
<br />XI. Adjournment</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2007 09:56:20 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Regular Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education for January 16, 2007.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.  
     
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
 
II. Superintendent’s Report  
 
A. School Board Recognition 
  
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
IV. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items 
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
A. Human Resources Report 
B. Approval of Business Items 
C. Approval of Conference, Regular and Work Session Minutes of December 4 
and 11, 2006 and Closed Session Minutes of December 11, 2006 
D. Approval of Computer Bids 
1.  Purchase of Reconditioned Computers 
 2.  Purchase of Ardence Software Streaming Technology 
 3.  Digital PRI Phone Service 
 4.  Analog Phone Service 
E. Approval of Barton Malow as Construction Manager 
 
VI. Regular Agenda Action Items 
 
A. Approval of Middle School Program of Studies 
B. Approval of Appointment of Professional Services for Bond Refinancing 
1.  Senior Managing Underwriter 
2. Bond Counsel 
3. Financial Advisor 
C. Approval of Revised Board of Education Meeting Dates 
D. Approval of Contract with NEOLA for Policy Services 
VII. Items for Information and Discussion 
 
A. Board Liaison Reports 
B. Project Update 
C. Monthly Financial Report 
D. Enrollment Update 
E. High School Study Update 
 
 
VIII. Future Meetings 
 
Board work sessions will be held on Mondays, February 5 and 12, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. in the North media center room at North High School.  A Conference Meeting of the Board will be held on Monday, February 5, 2007 and a Regular Meeting of the Board on Monday, February 12, 2007,  both at 8:00 p.m. in the North High School Library, 707 Vernier, Grosse Pointe Woods.  
 
IX. Public Comments 
 
X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent   
 
XI. Adjournment 
</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:05:18</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
      <title>January 8th, 2006 Conference Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
  
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
  
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
A. Kindergarten Registration 
B. District Instrumental Concerts 
1. South Band-o-rama, Wednesday, January 10, 7:00 p.m. 
2. North Band-o-rama, Thursday, January 11, 7:30 p.m. 
3. String Extravaganza, Friday, January 12, 7:00 p.m., North gym 
C. School Talk, Channel 20 
 
III. Tentative Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of  January 16, 2007 
    
IV. Future Meetings 
 
A Work Session will be held next Tuesday, January 16, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. in the media room at North High School followed by a Regular Meeting of the Board at 8:00 p.m. in the North High School Library, 707 Vernier, Grosse Pointe Woods.  
 
V. Public Comments 
 
 
VI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
 
VII. Adjournment ]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2007 12:23:19 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>GPPSS Board of Education Conference Meeting</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
  
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
  
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
A. Kindergarten Registration 
B. District Instrumental Concerts 
1. South Band-o-rama, Wednesday, January 10, 7:00 p.m. 
2. North Band-o-rama, Thursday, January 11, 7:30 p.m. 
3. String Extravaganza, Friday, January 12, 7:00 p.m., North gym 
C. School Talk, Channel 20 
 
III. Tentative Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of  January 16, 2007 
    
IV. Future Meetings 
 
A Work Session will be held next Tuesday, January 16, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. in the media room at North High School followed by a Regular Meeting of the Board at 8:00 p.m. in the North High School Library, 707 Vernier, Grosse Pointe Woods.  
 
V. Public Comments 
 
 
VI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
 
VII. Adjournment </itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:15:42</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
      <title>December 11th, 2006 Regular Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 

II. Superintendent’s Report 
A. Survey on District Website 

III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 

IV. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items 

V. Consent Agenda Action Items 
A. Human Resources Report 
B. Approval of Business Items 
C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Minutes of November 6 and 13, 2006 
D. Approval of Resolution on Bond Refinancing 

VI. Regular Agenda Action Items 
A. Approval of High School Program of Studies 
B. Approval of Extended Day Kindergarten Rates 
C. Approval of Grades 7 and 8 Middle School Honors Social Studies Courses 
D. Approval of Grades 7 and 8 Middle School Honors Science Courses 
E. Approval of Resolution Establishing New Regular Election Date and Revising Length and Effective Dates of Trustees’ Terms of Office 
F. Approval of Resolution of 2006-2007 Budget Development Parameters
 
VII. Items for Information and Discussion 
A. Project Update 
B. Monthly Financial Report 
C. Enrollment Update 
D. High School Study Update

VIII. Future Meetings 
Board work sessions will be held on Monday, January 8, 2007 and Tuesday, 
January 16, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 198 at South High School.  A Conference Meeting of the Board will be held on Monday, January 8, 2007, and a Regular Meeting of the Board on Tuesday, January 16, 2007, both at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe South High School. 

IX. Public Comments 

X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 

XI. Adjournment 
]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2006 10:02:34 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Regular Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education.  See Description or Summary for Agenda.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 

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

II. Superintendent’s Report A. Survey on District Website 

III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 

IV. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items 

V. Consent Agenda Action Items 
A. Human Resources Report 
B. Approval of Business Items 
C. Approval of Regular and Work Session Minutes of November 6 and 13, 2006 
D. Approval of Resolution on Bond Refinancing 

VI. Regular Agenda Action Items 
A. Approval of High School Program of Studies 
B. Approval of Extended Day Kindergarten Rates 
C. Approval of Grades 7 and 8 Middle School Honors Social Studies Courses 
D. Approval of Grades 7 and 8 Middle School Honors Science Courses 
E. Approval of Resolution Establishing New Regular Election Date and Revising Length and Effective Dates of Trustees’ Terms of Office 
F. Approval of Resolution of 2006-2007 Budget Development Parameters 

VII. Items for Information and Discussion 
A. Project Update 
B. Monthly Financial Report 
C. Enrollment Update 
D. High School Study Update

VIII. Future Meetings Board work sessions will be held on Monday, January 8, 2007 and Tuesday, January 16, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 198 at South High School.  A Conference Meeting of the Board will be held on Monday, January 8, 2007, and a Regular Meeting of the Board on Tuesday, January 16, 2007, both at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe South High School. 

IX. Public Comments 

X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 

XI. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:09:00</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
      <title>December 4th, 2006 Conference Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
 
 
II. Public Hearing to Discuss Board of Education Election Dates  
 
 
III. Superintendent’s Report 
 
 A. Holiday Concert and Tea, December 6, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at PAC 
  
 
IV. Tentative Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of  December 11, 2006 
 
   
V. Future Meetings 
 
A Work Session will be held next Monday, December 11, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 
198 at South High School followed by a Regular Meeting of the Board on Monday, 
December 11, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe South 
High School. 
 
 
VI. Public Comments 
 
 
VII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
 
VIII. Adjournment 
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      <itunes:subtitle>December Conference Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education.  See Description for Agenda.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.   

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

II. Public Hearing to Discuss Board of Education Election Dates    

III. Superintendent’s Report   
A. Holiday Concert and Tea, December 6, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at PAC    

IV. Tentative Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of  December 11, 2006     

V. Future Meetings  A Work Session will be held next Monday, December 11, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 198 at South High School followed by a Regular Meeting of the Board on Monday, December 11, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe South High School.   

VI. Public Comments   

VII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent   

VIII. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:27:00</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
      <title>November 13th, 2006 Regular Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.  
     
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
 
II. Superintendent’s Report  
 
A. Partners In Learning Newsletter 
B. Survey on District Website 
C. Internet Safety Workshop for Parents 
D. Pops and Pastries Concert November 18th at South High School 
  
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
IV. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items 
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items 
A. Human Resources Report 
B. Approval of Business Items 
C. Approval of Conference and Regular Meeting Minutes of October 2 and 9, 
2006, Work Session Minutes of October 2, 2006, Closed Session minutes of 
October 9 and 26, 2006, and Work Session Minutes of September 28, 2006 
D. Approval of Audit Report 
E. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1 
F. Approval of Auxiliary Special Education Transportation Contract 
G. Approval to Recognize the Grosse Pointe Education Association as Employee 
Representative 
H. Approval of Finger-Printing Expenditure 
I. Approval of Grade 5 Language Arts Title  
 
VI. Regular Agenda Action Items 
 
A. Approval of Bids 
 1.  Renovation of Parcells Middle School Science Lab 
  2. Renovation of Pierce Middle School Science Lab 
 
VII. Items for Information and Discussion 
 
A. Project Update 
B. Monthly Financial Report 
C. High School Schedule Update 
 
VIII. Future Meetings 
 
Board work sessions will be held on Mondays, December 4 and 11, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 198 at South High School.  A Conference Meeting of the Board will be held on Monday, December 4, 2006, and a Regular Meeting of the Board on December 11, 2006, both at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe South High School.   
 
IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent   
 
X. Meeting Open to the Public  
 
XI. Adjournment]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Regular Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education on Nov. 13th, 2006</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.      

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

II. Superintendent’s Report   
A. Partners In Learning Newsletter 
B. Survey on District Website 
C. Internet Safety Workshop for Parents 
D. Pops and Pastries Concert November 18th at South High School   

III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items  

IV. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items  

V. Consent Agenda Action Items 
A. Human Resources Report 
B. Approval of Business Items 
C. Approval of Conference and Regular Meeting Minutes of October 2 and 9, 2006, Work Session Minutes of October 2, 2006, Closed Session minutes of October 9 and 26, 2006, and Work Session Minutes of September 28, 2006 D. Approval of Audit Report 
E. Approval of G.A.A.A. #1 
F. Approval of Auxiliary Special Education Transportation Contract 
G. Approval to Recognize the Grosse Pointe Education Association as Employee Representative 
H. Approval of Finger-Printing Expenditure 
I. Approval of Grade 5 Language Arts Title   

VI. Regular Agenda Action Items  
A. Approval of Bids  
1.  Renovation of Parcells Middle School Science Lab   
2. Renovation of Pierce Middle School Science Lab  

VII. Items for Information and Discussion  
A. Project Update 
B. Monthly Financial Report 
C. High School Schedule Update  

VIII. Future Meetings  Board work sessions will be held on Mondays, December 4 and 11, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 198 at South High School.  A Conference Meeting of the Board will be held on Monday, December 4, 2006, and a Regular Meeting of the Board on December 11, 2006, both at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe South High School.    

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent    

X. Meeting Open to the Public   

XI. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>49:00</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
      <title>November 6th, 2006 Conference Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
 
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
  
 Recognition of North and South High School National Merit Semifinalists 
 and Commended Students 
 
 
III. Tentative Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of  November 13, 2006 
 
   
IV. Future Meetings 
 
A Work Session will be held next Monday, November 13, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in 
Room 198 at South High School followed by a Regular Meeting of the Board on 
Monday, November 13, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe 
South High School. 
 
 
V. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
 
VI. Meeting Open to the Public 
 
 
VII. Adjournment ]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Conference Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education for November 6, 2006.  Agenda in feed description &amp; summary.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
 
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
  
 Recognition of North and South High School National Merit Semifinalists 
 and Commended Students 
 
 
III. Tentative Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of  November 13, 2006 
 
   
IV. Future Meetings 
 
A Work Session will be held next Monday, November 13, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in 
Room 198 at South High School followed by a Regular Meeting of the Board on 
Monday, November 13, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe 
South High School. 
 
 
V. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
 
VI. Meeting Open to the Public 
 
 
VII. Adjournment 
</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:29:00</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
      <title>October 9th, 2006 Regular Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.  
     
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
 
II. Superintendent’s Report  
 
A. Partners In Learning  
 B. Enrollment Update 
  
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
IV. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items 
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items 
A. Human Resources Report 
B. Approval of Business Items 
C. Approval of Conference and Regular Meeting Minutes of September 5 and 11, 2006, 
Work Session Minutes of September 5 and 11, 2006, Closed Session Minutes of 
September 11, 2006 and Work Session Minutes of September 27, 2006  
 
VI. Items for Information and Discussion 
 
A. PA 25 Report and Strategic Plan Update 
B. High School Day Study Update 
C. Building and Site Project Update 
D. Monthly Financial Report 
 
VII. Future Meetings 
 
A Closed Session of the Board will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in 
the Board Room at 389 St. Clair.  
 
Work Sessions of the Board will be held on Monday, November 6 and 13, 2006 in Room 198 
at Grosse Pointe South High School.  A Conference Meeting of the Board will be held on 
Monday, November 6, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. in Wicking Library and a Regular Meeting on 
Monday, November 13, 2006.   
 
VIII. Meeting Open for Public Comments  
 
IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
X. Adjournment]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Regular Meeting of the Board for October 9, 2006.  See description or Summary for Agenda.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.       

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

II. Superintendent’s Report   
A. Partners In Learning   
B. Enrollment Update   

III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items  

IV. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items  

V. Consent Agenda Action Items 
A. Human Resources Report 
B. Approval of Business Items 
C. Approval of Conference and Regular Meeting Minutes of September 5 and 11, 2006, Work Session Minutes of September 5 and 11, 2006, Closed Session Minutes of September 11, 2006 and Work Session Minutes of September 27, 2006   

VI. Items for Information and Discussion  
A. PA 25 Report and Strategic Plan Update 
B. High School Day Study Update 
C. Building and Site Project Update 
D. Monthly Financial Report  

VII. Future Meetings  
A Closed Session of the Board will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room at 389 St. Clair.   Work Sessions of the Board will be held on Monday, November 6 and 13, 2006 in Room 198 at Grosse Pointe South High School.  A Conference Meeting of the Board will be held on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. in Wicking Library and a Regular Meeting on Monday, November 13, 2006.    

VIII. Meeting Open for Public Comments   

IX. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent  

X. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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    <item>
      <title>October 2nd, 2006 Conference Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
A. High School Day Study Update 
B. High School MEAP Testing Begins October 9, 2006 
C. PTO Council Meeting Schedule 
D. North / South Football Game – Friday, October 6, 2006 at Grosse 
Pointe South High School 
E. Gold Card Application Process 
   
III. Tentative Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of  October 9, 2006 
 
IV. Items for Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Update on Enrollment from Official Count September 27, 2006 
  
V. Future Meetings 
 
A Closed Session of the Board will be held on October 9, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 
198 at South High School followed by a Work Session at 7:00 p.m. in Room 198.  A 
Regular Meeting will be held on October 9, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking 
Library of Grosse Pointe South High School.   
 
A Closed Session of the Board will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 6:00 
p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building on St. Clair.    
 
VI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
VII. Public Comments 
 
VIII. Adjournment 
]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2006 11:25:14 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Conference Meeting of the GPPSS Board of Education.  See Description or Summary for Agenda.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
 
II. Superintendent’s Report 
 
A. High School Day Study Update 
B. High School MEAP Testing Begins October 9, 2006 
C. PTO Council Meeting Schedule 
D. North / South Football Game – Friday, October 6, 2006 at Grosse 
Pointe South High School 
E. Gold Card Application Process 
   
III. Tentative Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of  October 9, 2006 
 
IV. Items for Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Update on Enrollment from Official Count September 27, 2006 
  
V. Future Meetings 
 
A Closed Session of the Board will be held on October 9, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 
198 at South High School followed by a Work Session at 7:00 p.m. in Room 198.  A 
Regular Meeting will be held on October 9, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking 
Library of Grosse Pointe South High School.   
 
A Closed Session of the Board will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 6:00 
p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building on St. Clair.    
 
VI. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
VII. Public Comments 
 
VIII. Adjournment </itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>25:08</itunes:duration>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>September 11th, 2006 Regular Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.   
     
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
 
II. Superintendent’s Report  
A. Enrollment Procedures 
B. Back To School Night Schedule  
 
III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items 
 
IV. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items 
 
V. Consent Agenda Action Items 
A. Human Resources Report 
B. Approval of 2006 Tax Rates 
C. Approval of Resolution for Cash Flow Borrowing  
D. Approval of Revisions to Board Policy and Regulation JCDD, Athletic Code of 
Conduct  
 
VI. Regular Agenda Action Item 
A. Business Items – Accounts Payable 
B. Approval of Conference and Regular Meeting Minutes of August 7 and 14, 
2006, Closed Session Minutes of August 7, 2006, Work Session Minutes of 
August 7, 12, and 17, 2006 
C. Approval of Technology Contract with Jeffrey & Associates 
D. Approval of Lease with Neighborhood Club 
E. Approval of Reinstatement Review Panel 
F. Approval of Human Sexuality Advisory Board Co-Chairs for 2006-2007 
G. Adoption of District Goals for 2006-2007 
 
VII. Items for Information and Discussion 
A. Board Liaison Report 
B. Enrollment Update 
C. Update from K-12 Assessment Committee 
D. Building and Site Project Update 
E. Monthly Financial Report 
 
 
 
VIII. Future Meetings 
 
A Work Session of the Board will be held on Monday, October 2 and 9, 2006 in Room 
154 at Grosse Pointe South High School.  A Conference Meeting of the Board will be 
held on Monday, October 2, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse 
Pointe South High School and a Regular Meeting on Monday, October 9, 2006.   
 
A Closed Session of the Board will also be held on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 
6:00 p.m. 
 
 
IX. Meeting Open for Public Comments  
 
 
X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
 
XI. Adjournment]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2006 23:11:15 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Regular Meeting of the Board of Education for September 11, 2006.  See Description for full agenda.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.        

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

II. Superintendent’s Report  
A. Enrollment Procedures 
B. Back To School Night Schedule   

III. Public Comments on Consent Agenda Action Items  

IV. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items  

V. Consent Agenda Action Items 
A. Human Resources Report 
B. Approval of 2006 Tax Rates 
C. Approval of Resolution for Cash Flow Borrowing  
D. Approval of Revisions to Board Policy and Regulation JCDD, Athletic Code of Conduct   

VI. Regular Agenda Action Item 
A. Business Items – Accounts Payable 
B. Approval of Conference and Regular Meeting Minutes of August 7 and 14, 2006, Closed Session Minutes of August 7, 2006, Work Session Minutes of August 7, 12, and 17, 2006 
C. Approval of Technology Contract with Jeffrey &amp; Associates 
D. Approval of Lease with Neighborhood Club 
E. Approval of Reinstatement Review Panel 
F. Approval of Human Sexuality Advisory Board Co-Chairs for 2006-2007 
G. Adoption of District Goals for 2006-2007  

VII. Items for Information and Discussion 
A. Board Liaison Report 
B. Enrollment Update 
C. Update from K-12 Assessment Committee 
D. Building and Site Project Update 
E. Monthly Financial Report    

VIII. Future Meetings  A Work Session of the Board will be held on Monday, October 2 and 9, 2006 in Room 154 at Grosse Pointe South High School.  A Conference Meeting of the Board will be held on Monday, October 2, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe South High School and a Regular Meeting on Monday, October 9, 2006.    A Closed Session of the Board will also be held on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 6:00 p.m.   

IX. Meeting Open for Public Comments    

X. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent   

XI. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:35:00</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
      <title>September 5th, 2006 Conference Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
 
II. Public Hearing on Truth in Taxation 
 
III. Superintendent’s Report 
 
 A. Enrollment Procedures 
 B. Back To School Night Schedule 
 C. Elementary Curriculum Guide Revision 
 D. Study Travel Warning Update 
 
IV. Tentative Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of  September 11, 2006 
 
V. Items for Information and Discussion 
 
 A. Update on Enrollment 
 B. Presentation of Board Planning Calendar  
  
VI. Future Meetings 
 
A Closed Session of the Board will be held on September 11, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in 
Room 154 at South High School followed by a Work Session on September 11, 2006 
at 7:00 p.m. also in Room 154.  A Regular Meeting of the Board will be held on 
Monday, September 11, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe 
South High School.  A Closed Session will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2006 
at 6:00 p.m. in Room 154.   
 
VII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 
 
VIII. Public Comments 
 
IX. Adjournment ]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>September 5th, 2006 Conference Meeting</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.  

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

II. Public Hearing on Truth in Taxation  

III. Superintendent’s Report   
	A. Enrollment Procedures  
	B. Back To School Night Schedule  
	C. Elementary Curriculum Guide Revision  
	D. Study Travel Warning Update  

IV. Tentative Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of  September 11, 2006  

V. Items for Information and Discussion   
	A. Update on Enrollment  
	B. Presentation of Board Planning Calendar    

VI. Future Meetings  A Closed Session of the Board will be held on September 11, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 154 at South High School followed by a Work Session on September 11, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. also in Room 154.  A Regular Meeting of the Board will be held on Monday, September 11, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe South High School.  A Closed Session will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 154.    

VII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent  

VIII. Public Comments  

IX. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:55:40</itunes:duration>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>August 14th, 2006 Regular Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

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

II. Superintendent’s Report 

III. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 

IV. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items 

V. Regular Agenda Action Items 

A. Human Resources Report 

B. Business Items:  Accounts Payable 

C. Approval of Minutes of July 13, 2006 and Special Meeting Minutes 
  of July 13, 2006 

D. Approval of High School Foreign Language Learning System 

E. Approval of Tuition Rates for 2006 - 2007 

F. Approval of Contract with School Leadership Services, Inc. 

G. Approval of Fidelity 457 Plan Documents 

H. Approval of Language Arts Materials 

1. Grade 3 Language Arts Instructional Materials 

2. Grades 4 and 5 Language Arts Instructional Materials

I. Approval of Legal Services

1. Appointment of General Counsel

J. Policy Revisions

1. High School Attendance Policy JB and JB – R

2. Athletic Code of Conduct JCDD

VI. Items for Information and Discussion

A. Enrollment Update

B. Monthly Financial Report

C. Update on Building and Site Projects

VII. Future Meetings

Work Sessions of the Board will be held on Saturday, August 12, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. and Thursday, August 17, 2006, at 1:00 p.m. in the Board Room at 389 St. Clair.  Work Sessions of the Board will be held on Tuesday, September 5, 2006 and Monday, September 11, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 154 at Grosse Pointe South High School.  A Conference Meeting of the Board will be held on Tuesday, September 5, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe South High School followed by a Regular 
Meeting on Monday, September 11, 2006. 

VIII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

IX. Adjournment]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Regular Meeting of the Board of Education for August 14th, 2006.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M.

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

II. Superintendent’s Report 

III. Public Comments on Non-Action Items 

IV. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items 

V. Regular Agenda Action Items 
	A. Human Resources Report 
	B. Business Items:  Accounts Payable 
	C. Approval of Minutes of July 13, 2006 and Special Meeting Minutes  of 	July 13, 2006 
	D. Approval of High School Foreign Language Learning System 
	E. Approval of Tuition Rates for 2006 - 2007 
	F. Approval of Contract with School Leadership Services, Inc. 
	G. Approval of Fidelity 457 Plan Documents 
	H. Approval of Language Arts Materials 
		1. Grade 3 Language Arts Instructional Materials 
		2. Grades 4 and 5 Language Arts Instructional Materials
	I. Approval of Legal Services
		1. Appointment of General Counsel
	J. Policy Revisions
		1. High School Attendance Policy JB and JB – R2. Athletic Code of Conduct JCDDVI. 

Items for Information and Discussion
	A. Enrollment Update
	B. Monthly Financial Report
	C. Update on Building and Site Projects

VII. Future Meetings
Work Sessions of the Board will be held on Saturday, August 12, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. and Thursday, August 17, 2006, at 1:00 p.m. in the Board Room at 389 St. Clair.  Work Sessions of the Board will be held on Tuesday, September 5, 2006 and Monday, September 11, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 154 at Grosse Pointe South High School.  A Conference Meeting of the Board will be held on Tuesday, September 5, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. in the Wicking Library of Grosse Pointe South High School followed by a Regular Meeting on Monday, September 11, 2006. 

VIII. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent

IX. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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    <item>
      <title>August 7th, 2006 Conference Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 

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

II. Superintendent’s Report 

III. Tentative Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of August 14, 2006
 
IV. Future Meetings 

A Regular Meeting of the Board will be held on Monday, August 14, 2006 at 
8:00 p.m. in Wicking Library.  Work Sessions of the Board will be held on 
Saturday, August 12, 2006 and Thursday, August 17, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. in the Board Room at 389 St. Clair. 

V. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 

VI. Meeting Open to the Public 

VIII. Adjournment 
]]></description>
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      <itunes:subtitle>See Description for Agenda</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>ORDER OF BUSINESS – 8:00 P.M. 

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

II. Superintendent’s Report 

III. Tentative Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of August 14, 2006 

IV. Future Meetings A Regular Meeting of the Board will be held on Monday, August 14, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. in Wicking Library.  Work Sessions of the Board will be held on Saturday, August 12, 2006 and Thursday, August 17, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. in the Board Room at 389 St. Clair. 

V. Other Comments from Board Members and Superintendent 

VI. Meeting Open to the Public 

VIII. Adjournment</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1:01:00</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
      <title>July 13th, 2006 Organizational Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Annual Organizational Meeting of the Grosse Pointe Board of Education
 
Thursday, July 13, 2006, 7:00 p.m. 
Wicking Library, South High School  
11 Grosse Pointe Blvd., Grosse Pointe Farms, MI  48236 
 
ORDER OF BUSINESS  
 
I. Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call 
 
II. Annual Organization Items 
 
A. Acceptance of Office of Newly Elected Trustees; Administration of Oath 
of Office; and Acknowledgement of Receipt of Acceptance and Affidavit 
of Eligibility. 
 
Brief Reception Recess 
 
 
B. Election of Officers for the 2006-2007 Fiscal Year 
C. Resolution of Compensation (Policy BBBE) 
D. Memberships 
1. Michigan Association of School Boards 
2. Michigan High School Athletic Association 
E. Appointment of Designated Agents 
F. Resolution on Indemnification 
1. Liability Indemnification 
2. Asbestos Indemnification 
a. Operation and Maintenance Employees 
b. Designated Asbestos Coordinator 
G. Approval of Legal Services 
1.  Appointment of General Counsel 
2.  Appointment of Labor Relations Counsel 
H. Approval of Fidelity and Treasurer’s Bonds 
I. Continuance of Funds and Accounts and Designation of 
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III. Public Comments on Regular Agenda Action Items

IV. Regular Agenda Action Items 
 
 A. Human Resources Report 
B. Approval of Business Items 
1. Accounts Payable 
C. Approval of Minutes of the Conference and Regular Meetings of 
June 5 and 12, 2006, Work Session and Closed Session Minutes 
of June 5, 2006 and Special Meeting Minutes of June 22, 2006 
D. Approval of School Breakfast Program 
E. Approval of Wellness Policy 
F. Approval of Agreement with Temporary School Staff 
G. Rejection of Richard Air-Conditioning Bids 
 
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 A. Project Status Report 
 B. Monthly Financial Report 
 C. Enrollment Update 
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  1) Revision of Regulation JB-R High School Attendance  
  2) Review of Middle School and High School Athletic Codes  
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