http://uneducacion.blogspot.com/2012/05/look-at-lynns-special-education.html?spref=fb
It seems that we are spending all of this money on SPED and from the looks of these numbers we are not getting our money's worth. The argument I heard repeatedly back in the days of the HEARING "It's not where we are at, but where we are trending". From the looks of these numbers that way looks to be down.
Since the SPED population is such a big percentage of the student population, that little anomaly, that little "bump in the road" creates a significant obstacle to effective progress. I think the numbers she has plucked out point to the fact that whatever it is we are doing, it isn't working like it should and we need to fix it.
HOW?
I don't know but guess what? Apparently neither to the people in charge. If the RED SOX keep losing, who do you think is going to be out of a job?
REMEMBER,EVEN AFTER A LENGTHY EXECUTIVE SESSION, THEY DID NOT OFFER DR. LATHAM A CONTRACT.
The doors may have been closed but there were loud sounds coming from behind those doors. My wife, who was home watching last week's LSC meeting on LYNNCAM texted me when they came out that LATHAM and CAPANO did not look happy. My wife is pretty good at reading my body language so maybe the looks on their faces said "more than words". Hey isn't that a song?
Monday, May 14, 2012
Saturday, May 12, 2012
NET INCOME FOR SPORTS
The "i's" have been dotted and the "t's" have been crossed Attorney Mihos advised the LSC to sign so the contract with HighSchoolSports.com can be executed.
I think the high schools are given a dedicated laptop and told to upload recordings of their sporting events to the company website which makes them available for free to everyone anywhere that has Internet access. It generates its revenue from selling banner ads.
For the schools cooperation I believe each school gets $350. Right now there is NO specific place or LINE ITEM to put or track the money. That will be up to, I believe that lovable business manager, KEVIN MCHUGH.
If I may be so bold as to suggest using these new found funds to support this blog. I mean if the electric company shuts off my lights, I don't think I can type in the dark.
I think the high schools are given a dedicated laptop and told to upload recordings of their sporting events to the company website which makes them available for free to everyone anywhere that has Internet access. It generates its revenue from selling banner ads.
For the schools cooperation I believe each school gets $350. Right now there is NO specific place or LINE ITEM to put or track the money. That will be up to, I believe that lovable business manager, KEVIN MCHUGH.
If I may be so bold as to suggest using these new found funds to support this blog. I mean if the electric company shuts off my lights, I don't think I can type in the dark.
REVIEW OF REVUE
Bittersweet
night for Lynn English seniors in 'Hollywood' revue
Not only do I congratulate the LYNN ENGLISH DRAMA DEPARTMENT for staging this fine production but I also have to give the ITEM credit for a well written story. It is important for our kids to see their name "up in lights" for a good reason. This story was generously peppered with them.
Honestly, I was a little disappointed to not learn of downtown's involvement. We did just get that designation. Maybe they were but you just can't tell. We (THEY) definitely need some MEDIA COORDINATION.
Not only do I congratulate the LYNN ENGLISH DRAMA DEPARTMENT for staging this fine production but I also have to give the ITEM credit for a well written story. It is important for our kids to see their name "up in lights" for a good reason. This story was generously peppered with them.
Honestly, I was a little disappointed to not learn of downtown's involvement. We did just get that designation. Maybe they were but you just can't tell. We (THEY) definitely need some MEDIA COORDINATION.
Friday, May 11, 2012
GOALS, DATES AND A TIME TO MEET
Lynn school board agrees to set down goals for future
Setting goals for LPS would be a way
for the parents to have a say.
The LSC is having trouble for their minds to meet.
Other school committees go on retreat.
Scheduling conflicts seem to cause a delay.
Oh well, at election time come what may.
MONEY WELL SPENT
Lynn to pay
$4M to bus students
Behind close doors they went
until all of the SPED money was spent.
Now to our surprise,
transportation cost they did rise.
Our coffers at present look empty,
that's okay, we have a new DEPUTY.
Behind close doors they went
until all of the SPED money was spent.
Now to our surprise,
transportation cost they did rise.
Our coffers at present look empty,
that's okay, we have a new DEPUTY.
CAN YOU HEAR US PARENTS NOW?
No contract for Cathe.
What does that say to me?
A deal that ain't ain't done
becomes a recipe for more fun.
Since the parents had their say
seems the school committee will delay
the execution of a bad decision,
maybe after all, the hearing we did win.
What does that say to me?
A deal that ain't ain't done
becomes a recipe for more fun.
Since the parents had their say
seems the school committee will delay
the execution of a bad decision,
maybe after all, the hearing we did win.
Thursday, May 10, 2012
NO CONTRACT FOR CATHE
In the two years or so that I have been going to LSC meetings, I have never sat in the audience in front of so many empty chairs behind the head table for so long. Nor have I ever heard so much noise coming from behind close doors. I couldn't hear any clear words but the volume was definitely up. I made that remark a couple of times to BRANDT DUNCAN, head of the Teacher's union, who was waiting with me and three other people waiting for the LSC and their posse to come back into session.
Votes were taken in EXECUTIVE SESSION and to be in compliance with the OPEN MEETING law they must be ratified in OPEN SESSION and they were.
On the agenda were contract negotiations for DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT DR. WARRY and that pretty maid, SUE ROWE along with SUPERINTENDENT LATHAM'S. In OPEN SESSION two contracts were signed, the DEPUTIES.
Before I comment on CATHE'S suspicious snub, I want to elaborate on the lack of details on the votes taken. No details are given. For all we know they could be voting to give them a 1000% raise. In WV they call this blank check we are writing, "buying a pig in a poke".
What we didn't hear was any ratification of any vote taken on DR. LATHAM'S contract. What that tells me is that "DONE DEAL" ain't done. So hold on to your seats, this ride ain't over yet and it looks like it's getting bumpy.
Votes were taken in EXECUTIVE SESSION and to be in compliance with the OPEN MEETING law they must be ratified in OPEN SESSION and they were.
On the agenda were contract negotiations for DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT DR. WARRY and that pretty maid, SUE ROWE along with SUPERINTENDENT LATHAM'S. In OPEN SESSION two contracts were signed, the DEPUTIES.
Before I comment on CATHE'S suspicious snub, I want to elaborate on the lack of details on the votes taken. No details are given. For all we know they could be voting to give them a 1000% raise. In WV they call this blank check we are writing, "buying a pig in a poke".
What we didn't hear was any ratification of any vote taken on DR. LATHAM'S contract. What that tells me is that "DONE DEAL" ain't done. So hold on to your seats, this ride ain't over yet and it looks like it's getting bumpy.
THE TITLE SAYS IT ALL
School Board Gives Vote of Confidence to School Superintendent Latham | Lynn Journal
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COME HEAR THE VOICE OF THE DOGS
Lynn English students staging review of Hollywood musical moments
Here is a chance to both support our youth in a positive creative experience and to enjoy a trip down musical memory lane.
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
COUNCIL GIVES ADDITIONAL MONEY TO SCHOOLS
Last night the LYNN CITY COUNCIL approved monies for the feasibility studies for two MSBA building projects. I believe for windows at BREED and a roof at LVTI. I may be wrong on some of the particulars. It came at the end of a long and contentious meeting. But hey, at least it is a step in the right direction.
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
MAKE A MCDONATION
My BOSTON STREET OFFICE is holding a fundraiser for the WASHINGTON SCHOOL. Don't worry, you can donate the calories. too.
BIG BOY PANTS NEEDED
Normally I'm the one to start trouble. I can't help it it's the poet in me. I love looking for hidden meaning. My high school English teacher would be proud.
BUT......,
in this case I am the PEACEMAKER. Can you believe it? I'm talking about the PAC meetings. Last night was kind of typical lately. No one from the SPED department. I don't think there has been anybody since DR. MENINO walked out way back when and DAVE ELLIS argued with FRANCES MARTINEZ, our PARENT LIAISON about interpreters.
Our meeting last night featured a program by some hot shot lawyer itching to sue to enforce rights that people are entitled to. Everybody needs to get at the table and work together to solve problems. Apologies are owed on both sides - not to each other, they're supposed to be adults. No the apologies are owed to the kids because nothing is being done and in the end, they pay.
BUT......,
in this case I am the PEACEMAKER. Can you believe it? I'm talking about the PAC meetings. Last night was kind of typical lately. No one from the SPED department. I don't think there has been anybody since DR. MENINO walked out way back when and DAVE ELLIS argued with FRANCES MARTINEZ, our PARENT LIAISON about interpreters.
Our meeting last night featured a program by some hot shot lawyer itching to sue to enforce rights that people are entitled to. Everybody needs to get at the table and work together to solve problems. Apologies are owed on both sides - not to each other, they're supposed to be adults. No the apologies are owed to the kids because nothing is being done and in the end, they pay.
THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT HAS AN AGENDA
Click right here for the Thursday nights LSC meeting agenda: Full plate. Did I beat CLEO? Well she had a late night last night. I just layed around all day in DISTRICT COURT, next two days in PROBATE court.
Monday, May 7, 2012
WHO YOU GONNA CALL? - RIGHT HERE
I'll flesh out details later but ANSWERS to a lot of SPED questions LPS does not want you to know may be found by directing your questions here - Clare Vann,Attorney at Law, clare.vann.esq@gmail.com.
POSITIVELY ADDING TO THE LIST OF POSITIVES
It's great to see others touting some good things happening in Lynn. I am the first to admit I am quick to point out what is going wrong with our schools but I also point out the good.
Case in point, this article failed to point out the fact LVTI won two state titles, one in football and one in soccer. Their PROJECT FALLEN HERO generated regional if not national attention (One could argue my blog gave it INTERNATIONAL attention but I think I'm just too full of myself).
I know the article admitted it was incomplete and welcomed others to add to Lynn's Bucket List. Here is my contribution. I intend to e mail them this link.
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