The full School Committee was present at the April 26 meeting, including Stephanie Canter, Sarah Markey, Alycia Collins, Emily Cummiskey, Jacey Northup, Ms. Kate McMahon Macinanti and Ms. Michelle Brousseau. Chance of rain 60%. We lack an analysis of current versus future operating expenses and a solid understanding of the effects this plan will have on the schools annual operational budget.The current plan lacks any meaningful community engagement and thus does not truly represent a community supported goal. A: While reasonable people can differ on this, I lean towards the Curtis Corner site for a few reasons. During this time, I have attended more than 225 hours of Professional Development for School Committees , and have a 90+% meeting attendance record. Any candidate who, after seven months have passed, still hasnt done the basic research required to answer that question does not deserve to be voted to the School Committee. We need buy-in from the teachers, the unions, we need to come together to form a plan and then present it to the community. Tuesday, March 26, 2019 . I believe this experience would allow me to be an immediate asset to the School Committee as we face complex decisions in the years to come, and I am ready to serve. Wakefield, RI 02879 . Low 48F. A: I am currently raising four of my grandchildren and guiding their journey through the SK schools. Tuesday, December 10, 2019 . Another candidate, Democrat Katherine Macinanti, was also elected. Laura Roebuck stated that for years we have been talking; now we need a plan. If Rhode Island Fast Ferry successfully launches its summer service next year, will it impact how often you travel to Block Island? She may also be known by the following alternative names: Jacy Almeida, J Almeida, Jacy Northup. The South Kingstown School Committee is committed to: Ensure a safe, caring, nurturing, and orderly learning environment Ensure our schools have positive cultures and are housed in high-quality facilities Ensure a clear focus on the district mission, goals, and priorities for student achievement in all deliberations and communications. It will create flexible, 21st century spaces and sits on many acres where students can learn from the environment around them. Pauline Lisi - Assistant Superintendent. Be Nice. We'd love to hear eyewitness Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our top stories each week. There will, of course, be mistakes, and mistakes are allowed, but we need to own them and learn from them in order to move forward. The board said they. As part of the Policy Review Sub Committee we are working to address key issues that exist within our policies and practices that hinder equity. Chance of rain 50%. Collins asked if there is enough space at the Curtis Corner site for an addition. She then discussed the classroom, touching on how children learn and how our spaces should facilitate and support the learning process. Maryanne Crawford . She hears this about the DLI program but wants to hear it about our entire school system. If we took the current plan to a vote in November it would be defeated badly. A: I am an involved parent in the district and have three children in three different SK schools. Jacy A. Northup (I): 4669 votes, 9.5%; She has already heard that community feels like the School Committee is not making decisions and moving forward so she is on the fence as to whether changing gears right now is a good idea or not. She also mentioned the possibility of using the South Road School as a place for a CTE program. Each of these focal points are things Ive been advocating for over the past several years. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. racist or sexually-oriented language. I believe my job is to help bridge our divide. Wakefield, RI 02879 . Be Nice. This school committee has been in office for a year and this plan is floundering. South Kingstown School Committee Business Meeting Tuesday, June 23, 2020 Virtual Meeting Attendees - voting members Stephanie Canter - Chair Sarah Markey - Vice Chair Michelle Brousseau Emily Cummiskey Jacy Northup Kate Macinanti Alycia Collins Attendees - other Linda Savastano - Superintendent Maryanne Crawford - CFO Mike Polak - Attorney In my humble opinion, the High School students would have more ability to patronize the Main St businesses after school, and would have more access to spending money. Attendees - Voting Members. Call to Order . Keep it Clean. Alycia Collins . SOUTH KINGSTOWN This year, four seats are up for grabs on the school committee and eight local candidates are hoping to fill those vacancies. Winds SW at 15 to 25 mph.. Mostly clear skies early will give way to occasional showers later during the night. Results will be updated when the results from any additional scanner(s) in that precinct are received. Over on the South Kingstown School Committee, Democrats Stephanie Canter, the chair of the SKSC, and Michelle Brousseau are seeking reelection as well as incumbent independent Jacy Northup. Lastly, but most critically, I understand that the essential role of the School Committee is to keep the school department grounded in the community, which is essential in creating unity. This language led to the appointment of 14 members, 8 appointed by the Town Council. We'd love to hear eyewitness school district! Sarah Markey - Vice Chair. Notably, I currently have three children in the district. Stephanie Canter - Chair. He explained that previously the district was spending millions of dollars each summer to fix code compliance issues, yet none of the money was actually impacting the students. There isnt time for her to learn on the job. We also need to consider the size of the tax burden, Ed Collins mentioned that Cranston is asking for $133M in bonds for 27 schools, we are looking at $80M for 7 schools. Especially now, when theres a probability of a referendum that could cut the school budget by over $400,000, she said. We need to better develop the whole child through special education and unified arts curriculum.We cannot cut from these areas year after year. I am not convinced the current facility plan will fulfill these goals. If 200 signatures can be gathered, a special election could take place on June 4, according to Town Manager Robert Zarnetske. Low 48F. We need your experience. Conversely, if you want to invest in schools youre not being fiscally responsible. It wasnt until this years experience guiding one grandchild through her IEP and my work on education policy with the Peace Dale Leadership Council that I felt sure I needed to run for School Committee. Now more than ever is the time we are driven to demand equity. How can we get where you want to go, Emily, when we have these behaviors? We have beautiful land with the bike path and fields and should be incorporating that into the plan for students to enjoy. So, relocating the high school to Curtis Corner makes the most sense to me, both educationally and economically. Dorald Beasley stated that a change to Stage II was long overdue. Increasing clouds with showers after midnight. Putting She expressed concern that the town/school has dropped the ball with permits, etc. In light of this pandemic, we need to seriously considerSocial and Emotional Learning in the district because if the students are not emotionally and physically safe, they cannot learn. meeting of the South Kingstown School Building Committee was held on Wednesday May 22, 2019 at 9am at the South Kingstown School Department Administration Building, 307 Curtis Corner Road, Wakefield, Rhode Island. South Kingstown School Committee Meeting Minutes. My daily work at URI involves addressing complex projects, responsible financial management with limited funds, meeting the needs of all stakeholders, curriculum reform, strategic planning, and a proven record of developing and sustaining initiatives that empower all members of our community. I was fortunate to be part of a visioning stakeholders group this spring that was led by educational planner, Frank Locker. I want to be part of the collaborative team that is creating a legacy to ensure that every single student has access to the best and most supportive educational program possible. that is degrading to another person. The previous story also incorrectly omitted the candidacy of Robert Craven Jr. for state Senate. Together, we can do great things in our . Don't Threaten. All candidates were asked if they would end their campaigns if they did not receive the party endorsement. She also stated that Westerly bonds recently did not pass and she does not think the bond would pass right now. Editors Note: Due to an error with the Secretary of States website, an earlier version of this story omitted several candidates. James A Atkins, Jo-ann Avedisian, and three other persons are connected to this place. 4 to elect. A: We are at a pivotal time in South Kingstown's history, as a School Committee member I have had the opportunity to be a part of working on the facility plan as well as recreating the way in which we deliver education. The synthesis of my education, professional knowledge and personal experience makes this a very natural next step. Q: Why have you chosen to run for public office? Low 48F. I think the biggest question of this campaign is are 15 people in a town Democratic Party going to influence the (over 20,000) citizens in our community and the (6,543) people who voted for me last election, Mancini said. Use the 'Report' link on when it comes to fixing parking lots in the past.. School committee member Emily Cummiskey opened up the discussion at the table by acknowledging a divide within the community but asking everyone to work on moving forward together. A: Voters are able to put their full trust in me, as I am a true Independent Candidate that works in education. Winds SW at 10 to 20 mph.. Mostly clear in the evening. Total votes Pct; . Over in District 35, which covers other parts of North Kingstown and Narragansett in addition to South Kingstown and East Greenwich, incumbent Democrat State Sen. Bridget Valverde is facing Republican challenger Charles C. Callahan. Pamela L spoke in favor of keeping CCMS open and keeping the fields. Thank you to everyone for coming last night to our forum addressing anti-racism in South Kingstown. I believe that the future of our district is bright. What that means to me is that we give all children the tools they need to succeed regardless of their background or personal circumstance; that we move beyond diversity to a true uplifting of all cultures in our schools and curriculum; and that by creating a new culture in the schools we can improve community and family engagement across the board. They decided to change the narrative and focus on the education of their students. A leadership change caused the building committee to be headed by a Town Council member which took education out of the forefront. Personally, I believe in leading through example - my actions have and will continue to demonstrate my ability to address issues & conflict professionally, to remain focused on our mission, and to deliver outcomes responsibly & effectively in a way that supports the common good. racist or sexually-oriented language. I'm eager to continue my collaborative work with fellow committee members, the Ed Collins described the recent renovation to Eden Park Elementary School which entailed revamping one wing (18,000. "I welcome open dialogue. In Narragansett, where both the Town Council and School Committee are non-partisan, the most competitive of all local races in terms of the quantity of candidates is happening as 18 people are vying for the five seats on the Town Council. Another major concern among members of the community was costs to the district, particularly in such fiscally challenging times when the district is spending money it doesnt have. Q: Why should the voters place their trust in you? I will continue to be an equity advocate and will encourage Administration and Leadership to continue to reach out to heal and strengthen relationships by working together with the Peace Dale Partnership and TASK (Towards an Anti-Racist South Kingstown). I am raising four of my grandchildren and see that many of the challenges that existed a generation ago remain. These workshops are ongoing and strengthen the relationship between the school and community and also lay the foundation for implicit bias training. South Kingstown High School Cafeteria. He also noted he had been removed as an administrator from the committees Facebook page. Based on the recent TC/SC meetings, SK is in a time crunch to get this material in to be considered for the Phase 2 of the bond which is vitally important to potential funding. The community can expect to see the projected costs shortly - and cost would be one of the factors for rejecting/refining the scope of the projects. She then turned the meeting back to the school committee for questions. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. Karen Hans supports the idea. Over the past few years Ive been troubled by the division in the community regarding the schools and understand how damaging this can be. Kate Macinanti. As I have progressed with my school committee campaign, it has become painfully obvious where our biggest problem is. . Winds SW at 10 to 20 mph.. Mostly clear in the evening. I recognize that rebuilding the trust that has been broken in our community will be vital to moving forward in shared collaboration. . Special thanks to both our BIPOC community members. Tarbox property sold, according to real estate firm, Brush fire burns hundreds of acres in Exeter forest, Local father, daughter team up to help children understand Alzheimers, Rhode Island comedians coming together to raise funds to fight ME/CFS, Divisive issues linger for shoreline access. A. Comments from the Community. Independent candidateLenine P. Camacho also declared for the race. Don't knowingly lie about anyone The race for the 2020 election is on as candidates for the North Kingstown, Narragansett and South Kingstown town and school committee races filed paperwork last week to officially declare for their respective races. Jacy A. Northup, Independent. We see you out and about, and those things get talked about, and then you wonder why theres obvious distrust for your actions?. The state primary is set for Sept. 8, with the general election taking place on Nov. 3. We need your help. 2023 by Clerkbase. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. The combination of the pandemic and the goals of the newly formed organization T.A.S.K (Towards Anti-racism in South Kingstown) have forced our district to look beyond what we can offer confined by the four walls of a classroom and a one-size-fits-all curriculum. Most concerning, however, is our timeline with limited opportunity for shared input, dialogue, revision, and community feedback. Absent Voting Members. The legal decision, for now, gives Donadio a victory over competitor Interstate Navigation as well as Block Island officials who attempted the ferry service because of concerns, they said, over public safety with more passengers arriving to the island and the availability of landing space in Old Harbor. The Independent regrets the errors. Transparency and communication create grace and allows a community to better navigate through the inevitable painful points and stumbles. Democratic incumbents Abel G. Collins, the Town Council President, Deborah Kelso and Rory McEntee are all seeking re-election, while fellow Democrats Edward Myszak III and Jess Rose will look to join the council. The sum of their experiences - as well as my own - gives me first-hand knowledge and insights into how to serve our entire school community. Keep it Clean. Our schools need responsible districting of neighborhood school buildings balanced around budget and transportation. Waters, the sole member of his party currently in the race, was initially endorsed by the Rhode Island Republican Party but had that endorsement rescinded on June 25 after reports alleged he was involved in a domestic disturbance in March 2019. Share with Us. I have always had an independent voice, and I fully believe that politics have no place in education. Two petitions appeared before the town council recently, calling for more funding toward emergency medical services and paying the coming years debt services payment in full by taking funds away from the school. Use the 'Report' link on A: Yes, I am in full support of relocating our High School to the Curtis Corner site. The two independents running are former councilor Kevin Maloney and. 215 Columbia Street. South Kingstown School Committee Meeting Minutes. I have upcoming conversations about re-engaging people within the community and fiscal accountability. On Nov. 6, I implore you to vote for Macinanti, Mosher and Benjamin. Motion made by: Jacy Northup. She said Cranstons idea to involve the Alumni Association and the teams in the rebuilding of the fields was very successful. She feels like this is something the students would be excited to know they were discussing. Chair Bryant DaCruz called the meeting to order at 9:07am. On Friday, April 26, two days after her letter was shared with the entire district, the school committee voted to place Stringfellow on administrative leave, pending an investigation into the way she handled layoff notices. There was an error processing your request. Also present was the School Committee legal representative, Mr. Andrew Henneous, Esq. Additionally, the facility needs of the elementary schools are not met under this plan. Be Truthful. Seven previous addresses found, including 34 Cobleigh St . Alycia Collins. The combination of my professional and personal experience makes me the ideal candidate to meet this moment. I know how important it is to have a School Committee that works collaboratively with the community and the administration to find solutions that bring people together and not drive them apart. She stated that she sees the essential values as Equity, Excellence and the Environment. We need to work together., Cummiskey credits much of the divide to the school facility process and said she extends a sincere apology to anybody who feels personally hurt by the facility decision change., There are many who feel having four elementary schools are best for our town and there are some who disagree, Cummiskey said. Slight chance of a shower late. If we took the current plan to a vote in November it would be defeated badly. Together, we can do great things in our Don't Threaten. Attendees - other . From the School Committee candidates, Christie Fish, Melissa Boyd, Paula Whitford, Michelle Brousseau, Bob Hicks, Jacy Northup and Karen Humes participated. South Kingstown School Committee Meeting Minutes . An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. I believe a person can be socially just, financially responsible and put our students first in every decision. For example, in our last redistricting we used community workshops to listen, repeatedly revised maps based on community comment, and created a plan that had zero opposition when it reached the School Committee. racist or sexually-oriented language. There was an error processing your request. The work done to initiate the design for the new high school was research-based and future oriented. The mission was to transform the space to improve educational delivery, foster greater connections among all members of the school community and also strengthen the relationship of our school within the broader community. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism South Kingstown High School Cafeteria. administration, teachers, staff and families. Edit Close. There isn't time for her to learn on the job. of the school. Motion seconded by: Alycia Collins. His contract, approved unanimously by all school committee members present for the special meeting, will pay $800 per day. The difference in the districts share of bond amounts between Option A and Option B is about $6 million, which creates additional debt costs of approximately $3.5 million over 10 years. Kaitlin Blachley thanked the committee for bringing up CCMS for the high school and wants to hear that families are moving to South Kingstown for the high school. Once the building is complete across the district we will be taking 100,000 sq ft of building offline, which will help address operational costs on an annual basis. South Kingstown High School Cafeteria 215 Columbia Street Wakefield, RI 02879 Attendees - voting members Stephanie Canter - Chair Sarah Markey - Vice Chair Michelle Brousseau AlyciaCollins Emily Cummiskey Kate McMahon Macinanti JacyNorthup Attendees - other Kristen Stringfellow - Superintendent Pauline Lisi- Assistant Superintendent A: As you discover what strength you can draw from your community in this world from which it stands apart, look outward as well as inward. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. person will not be tolerated. Our basketball court used to be the best in the state, now the high school courts are the fifth oldest in the state. Besides allowing community input on a regular basis, these forums allowed community members to learn and ask questions about initiatives supported by the School Committee before they were implemented. For the Republicans, its a reunion of sorts from the 2018 election as current councilors Mary Brimer and Kerry McKay are joined by Randy Weitman, with them previously running a joint campaign in 2018. Friends of South Kingstown Schools' Board of Directors released a statement soon after, stating that they unanimously voted Friday to remove Bodziony from her position. Ive been an elementary teacher on almost every grade level in a variety of settings including special education. She also sees parking at Curtis Corner as a major issue considering that there are two parking lots at the current high school and still a lot of overflow along Kingstown Rd. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Why or why not? Guests Tracey Donnelly and David DeQuattro from RGB were also in attendance. Jacy A. Northup (South Kingstown Town Council, Rhode Island, candidate 2022) Jacy A. Northup Democratic Party Candidate, South Kingstown Town Council Elections and appointments Last election September 13, 2022 Submit contact information Send Ballotpedia contact information for this person
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