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M.L. Professional Studies Committee
Minutes from meeting of 10/2/2003
Connecticut Association of SchoolsMiddle Level Professional Studies Committee
Minutes October 2, 2003
In attendance were: Fred Baruzzi, Ann Cox, Sue Dumas, Charles Hines, John Lineen, Ann Richardson, David Russell, Laurie Slade, Jim Slattery and Earle Bidwell
1. Welcome and Introduction of New Members: Ann Richardson, Chairperson
2. IMPACT Status Report: Earle Bidwell reported that with the articles in hand and promised; two additional articles on any topic are needed to go to print. Members were asked to solicit articles from staff and colleagues.
a. Future of IMPACT (Discussion): Dr. Richardson led a discussion on the future of IMPACT. The consensus was that we should continue with the journal and goal of two issues a year. It was suggested that we emphasize that although there is a focus topic, articles of general interest are welcome in every issue.
3. Exemplary Practices “Teaming” Review of Plan: Dr. Richardson reviewed the self-study document that was prepared last year and the process by which we intend to certify schools.
a. Status of Teaming Certification: Mr. Bidwell reminded the committee that we have four benchmark schools that will be certified plus two more to visit.
b. Certification Visits and Visiting Committee Chairs: Jim Slattery will serve as the Visiting Committee Chairperson for the first two visits. Accompanying him in Rocky Hill will be: Ann Richardson and Charles Hines. At Shelton Intermediate School will be Ann Cox and Diane Hartman-Chesley. A letter will be sent from the CAS office alerting these two schools that Mr. Slattery will be calling to make an appointment. The letter will also request documentation to view, groups to meet and student guides for a tour of the facility.
i. A draft of the CAS Certificate was reviewed. Minor changes will be made to the lettering and a foil seal or embossed seal will be added. Frames will be considered, budget permitting.
c. Brainstorm Ideas for New Certification Area (tabled to next meeting)
4. Assistant Executive Director’s Report: Mr. Bidwell reported on the upcoming celebrations for Teacher of the Year, School of the Year and Principal of the Year. He also thanked committee members for their support in the NMSA East Region campaign.
5. Future Agenda Items will include a review of teaming criteria, selection of future IMPACT topics and a discussion of an additional exemplary practice to consider for certification.
* **The next meeting of the committee was rescheduled for November 20, 2003***
Please note the new date
