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April 8, 2024
34 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Kevin Aguiar, Bobby Bailey, Tom Khoury, Mimi Larrivee, Sara Rodrigues, Paul E. Coogan
Absent: Shelli Pereira
During the meeting:
- Reconvened after executive session at 9:44 p.m.; absent: Bailey
- Khoury was recorded absent for 2 of the 34 votes
- Larrivee was recorded absent for 2 of the 34 votes
- Bailey was recorded absent for 12 of the 34 votes
- Pereira arrived late (5:33pm)
Every vote, in order
Approve the Minutes for the Special Meeting -02.26.24; Special Meeting-03.04.24; Special Education/Alternative Education and Early Childhood-03.07.24 and the Jo
To approve the Minutes for the Special Meeting -02.26.24; Special Meeting-03.04.24; Special Education/Alternative Education and Early Childhood-03.07.24 and the Joint Meeting of the City Council and School Committee-03.12.24.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Khoury -Mr. Bailey: To approve the Minutes for the Special Meeting -02.26.24; Special Meeting-03.04.24; Special Education/Alternative Education and Early Childhood-03.07.24 and the Joint Meeting of the City Council and School Committee-03.12.24. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Khoury, second: Bailey)
Approve all Travel Requests
To approve all Travel Requests.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Khoury-Ms. Larrivee: To approve all Travel Requests. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Khoury, second: Larrivee)
Accept all donations
To accept all donations.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Ms. Rodrigues: To accept all donations. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Rodrigues)
Approve all Grants
To approve all Grants.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Ms. Rodrigues: To approve all Grants. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Rodrigues)
Approve the Pearson Assessments contract
To approve the Pearson Assessments contract.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Bailey-Ms. Rodrigues: To approve the Pearson Assessments contract. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Bailey, second: Rodrigues)
Approve the JAG Printing contract
To approve the JAG Printing contract.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar-Ms. Pereira: To approve the JAG Printing contract. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Pereira)
Move the question
To move the question.
Yes: Bailey, Coogan, Khoury, Larrivee, PereiraNo: Aguiar, Rodrigues
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira-Mr. Khoury: To move the question. … 5 were in favor; 2 were opposed(Aguair, Rodrigues); Motion passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Khoury)
Pass the Resolution in support of replacing the MCAS Graduation requirements and passing the “Thrive Act.”
To pass the Resolution in support of replacing the MCAS Graduation requirements and passing the “Thrive Act.”
Yes: Bailey, Coogan, Khoury, Larrivee, Pereira, RodriguesNo: Aguiar
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira-Ms. Larrivee: To pass the Resolution in support of replacing the MCAS Graduation requirements and passing the “Thrive Act.” … 6 were in favor; 1 was opposed(Aguair); Motion passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Larrivee)
Approve the conversion of an SEL paraprofessional to an SEL Liaison at the Fonseca Elementary School
To approve the conversion of an SEL paraprofessional to an SEL Liaison at the Fonseca Elementary School as referred by the subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira-Mr. Khoury: To approve the conversion of an SEL paraprofessional to an SEL Liaison at the Fonseca Elementary School as referred by the subcommittee. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Khoury)
Approve the Autism Level Up contract
To approve the Autism Level Up contract as referred by the subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira-Mr. Khoury: To approve the Autism Level Up contract as referred by the subcommittee. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Khoury)
Approve the Allan Blume contract
To approve the Allan Blume contract as referred by the subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira-Mr. Khoury: To approve the Allan Blume contract as referred by the subcommittee. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Khoury)
Approve to take 12.14 out of order
To approve to take 12.14 out of order.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Ms. Pereira: To approve to take 12.14 out of order. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Pereira)
Approve the addition of an SEL Integration Specialist
To approve the addition of an SEL Integration Specialist as referred by the subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar -Ms. Pereira: To approve the addition of an SEL Integration Specialist as referred by the subcommittee. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Pereira)
Approve the School Committee Meeting Calendar for School Year 2024-2024
To approve the School Committee Meeting Calendar for School Year 2024-2024.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira- Mr. Khoury: To approve the School Committee Meeting Calendar for School Year 2024-2024. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Khoury)
Approve the following items referred by the Technology Subcommittee Frontline (HR Purchase) Technology Van Purchase Nutrikids Upgrade Durfee High School Athleti
Recommended by the Technology Subcommittee
To approve the following items referred by the Technology Subcommittee Frontline (HR Purchase) Technology Van Purchase Nutrikids Upgrade Durfee High School Athletic Complex Sound System 2501 South Main Street Wiring Project Promethean Board Purchase for 2501 South Main Street Chromebook Replacement Screens Pocket Talk Translation Devices Nutanix Renewal District Data Center Technology Department Office Location
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar- Ms. Pereira: To approve the following items referred by the Technology Subcommittee Frontline (HR Purchase) Technology Van Purchase Nutrikids Upgrade Durfee High School Athletic Complex Sound System 2501 South Main Street Wiring Project Promethean Board Purchase for 2501 South Main Street Chromebook Replacement Screens Pocket Talk Translation Devices Nutanix Renewal District Data Center Technology Department Office Location … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion Passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Pereira)
Approve the Superintendent’s Evaluation
To approve the Superintendent’s Evaluation.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira- Mr. Aguiar: To approve the Superintendent’s Evaluation. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Aguiar)
Approve the Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget of the Fall River Public Schools in the amount of $175,770,406
To approve the Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget of the Fall River Public Schools in the amount of $175,770,406.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira- Mr. Bailey: To approve the Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget of the Fall River Public Schools in the amount of $175,770,406. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Bailey)
Approve the Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Transportation Budget of the Fall River Public Schools in the amount of $10,897,280
To approve the Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Transportation Budget of the Fall River Public Schools in the amount of $10,897,280.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira- Mr. Khoury: To approve the Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Transportation Budget of the Fall River Public Schools in the amount of $10,897,280. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Khoury)
Approve Jahanna Khoury’s salary of $49,875 charged to Henry Lord Special Education Teacher, Salaries, line item 20363250-511220
To approve Jahanna Khoury’s salary of $49,875 charged to Henry Lord Special Education Teacher, Salaries, line item 20363250-511220.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Bailey- Ms. Pereira: To approve Jahanna Khoury’s salary of $49,875 charged to Henry Lord Special Education Teacher, Salaries, line item 20363250-511220. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Khoury); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Bailey, second: Pereira)
M. Bailey- Ms. Pereira: To approve Matthew Desmarais’ salary of $162,225 charged to Durfee Professional Teacher, salaries, line item 20158000-511200
M. Bailey- Ms. Pereira: To approve Matthew Desmarais’ salary of $162,225 charged to Durfee Professional Teacher, salaries, line item 20158000-511200.
From the minutes
“MOTION: M. Bailey- Ms. Pereira: To approve Matthew Desmarais’ salary of $162,225 charged to Durfee Professional Teacher, salaries, line item 20158000-511200. … 5 were in favor; None were opposed; 2 were Absent(Khoury, Larrivee); Motion Passed.”
Approve Michael Larrivee’s salary of $52,428 charged to Custodial Salaries, line item 27171000-511240
To approve Michael Larrivee’s salary of $52,428 charged to Custodial Salaries, line item 27171000-511240.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Bailey- Ms. Larrivee: To approve Michael Larrivee’s salary of $52,428 charged to Custodial Salaries, line item 27171000-511240. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Larrivee); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Bailey, second: Larrivee)
Refer the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget of the Fall River Public Schools to the Mayor
To refer the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget of the Fall River Public Schools to the Mayor.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira- Mr. Bailey: To refer the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget of the Fall River Public Schools to the Mayor. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Bailey)
Approve the spending of $3,562,707 appropriation
To approve the spending of $3,562,707 appropriation.
Yes: Coogan, Khoury, LarriveeNo: AguiarAbstained: RodriguesAbsent: Bailey, Pereira
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Khoury- Ms. Larrivee: To approve the spending of $3,562,707 appropriation. … 3 were in favor; 1 was opposed(Aguiar); 2 were Absent(Bailey, Pereira); Motion Passed; 1 Abstained.” (Motion: Khoury, second: Larrivee)
Approve the Revolving Fund
To approve the Revolving Fund.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Khoury- Ms. Larrivee: To approve the Revolving Fund. … 5 were in favor; None were opposed; 2 were Absent(Bailey, Pereira).” (Motion: Khoury, second: Larrivee)
Approve the Third Quarter Transfer
To approve the Third Quarter Transfer.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira- Mr. Khoury: To approve the Third Quarter Transfer. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Bailey); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Khoury)
Approve the Year-to-Date Quarterly Report
To approve the Year-to-Date Quarterly Report.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira- Ms. Larrivee: To approve the Year-to-Date Quarterly Report. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Bailey); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Larrivee)
Retain the services of the Massachusetts Association of School Committees to assist the School Committee in its search for a new Superintendent of Schools
To retain the services of the Massachusetts Association of School Committees to assist the School Committee in its search for a new Superintendent of Schools.
Yes: Coogan, Khoury, Larrivee, Pereira, RodriguesNo: AguiarAbsent: Bailey
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira- Mr. Khoury: To retain the services of the Massachusetts Association of School Committees to assist the School Committee in its search for a new Superintendent of Schools. … 5 were in favor; 1 was opposed(Aguiar); 1 was Absent(Bailey).” (Motion: Pereira, second: Khoury)
Approve the Superintendent of Schools Search Timeline
To approve the Superintendent of Schools Search Timeline.
Yes: Coogan, Khoury, Larrivee, Pereira, RodriguesNo: AguiarAbsent: Bailey
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira- Mr. Khoury: To approve the Superintendent of Schools Search Timeline. … 5 were in favor; 1 was opposed(Aguiar); 1 was Absent(Bailey.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Khoury)
Accept and place FYI portion of the agenda on file
To accept and place FYI portion of the agenda on file.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira- Ms. Larrivee: To accept and place FYI portion of the agenda on file. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Bailey); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Larrivee)
Enter into the executive session
To enter into the executive session.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Khoury-Ms. Rodrigues: To enter into the executive session. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Bailey); Motion Passed (9:00 pm).” (Motion: Khoury, second: Rodrigues)
Approve the Executive Session minutes for 03.11.24 the Regular School Committee Meeting
To approve the Executive Session minutes for 03.11.24 the Regular School Committee Meeting.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee–Ms. Pereira: To approve the Executive Session minutes for 03.11.24 the Regular School Committee Meeting. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Bailey); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Pereira)
Approve the Executive Session minutes for 04.04.24 the Technology Subcommittee meeting
To approve the Executive Session minutes for 04.04.24 the Technology Subcommittee meeting.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee–Ms. Pereira: To approve the Executive Session minutes for 04.04.24 the Technology Subcommittee meeting. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Bailey); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Pereira)
Allow Attorney Assad to respond to the Open Meeting Law Complaint dated March 18, 2024
To allow Attorney Assad to respond to the Open Meeting Law Complaint dated March 18, 2024.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee–Mr. Khoury: To allow Attorney Assad to respond to the Open Meeting Law Complaint dated March 18, 2024. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Bailey); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Khoury)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira-Mr. Khoury: To adjourn. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Bailey); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Khoury)
From the Fall River School Committee’s official approved minutes: January 2022 to January 2023 from the district’s BoardDocs site, and later meetings from the district’s School Committee minutes folder, which the district links from its School Committee portal. Every vote in these minutes is a roll call with each member named; we check every count against the names and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Photos are newer, not from 2022–2023: Mayor Coogan from the City of Fall River (fallriverma.gov); Kevin Aguiar from the Fall River School Committee’s member page (fallriverschools.org); Paul Hart from the City of Fall River’s official member photo (fallriverma.gov); Sara Rodrigues from Fall River Reporter (June 2024 interview); Shelli Pereira from a Fall River Community Media candidate video (YouTube); Mimi Larrivee from People Incorporated (peopleincfr.org); Bobby Bailey from a Fall River Community Media video (YouTube). Tom Khoury, Collin Dias, Emanuel Moniz, Ana C. Riley and Shanell Stewart: from the Fall River School Committee’s member page (district portal).
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