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Mansfield School Committee Meeting
Minutes for Monday, October 24, 2016
Superintendent's Office
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The Mansfield School Committee held a workshop whi'-' Was held at the To 11 Il on Monday,
October 24, 2016. The open meeting session was openedJj�d ��led o o d�'e'a17101 pm.
Members Present:
Kiera O'Neil, Chair
Lynn Cavicchi, Vice Chair
Linda Fernando
Lauren Scher
Jenn Walsh
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Jim Hardy, MASC,,'-'--- !„ `_� L 1 I S
Survey:
Reviewed Survey results to date. As of the meeting there were 347 responses comprised of
223 parents and 104 staff members plus "other." Once the survey responses start to
decline, Jim Hardy will compile the results including all detailed responses so that the
committee can evaluate. He suggested using the results to build the search criteria and
questions.
Questions for candidates:
A discussion was held to address the questions that would be used in the search. Jim will
send the questions used last time to the committee. Each member should submit 2
questions plus one alternate. Questions are due to MASC by November 8. The questions
should fall into one of the following broad categories:
Leadership
Management Effectiveness
Judgment
Energy
Sensitivity
Independence
Ethics
Planning & Organization
Financial Analytical Ability
Persuasiveness
Stress Tolerance
Tenacity
Integrity
It was suggested that we
look at Zeffro Gianetti's last evaluation. Items that were scored
high should be set as continued goals. Areas that needed work should be used as
guidelines for the new superintendent.
Posting:
The internal posting was reviewed, edited and readied for posting. Central office will post
internally on Tue, October 25th.
Brochure:
The committee reviewed the brochure used for the last search. What can be put in the
brochure that will set Mansfield apart from other candidates? Updates were discussed and
made. The changes will be made by MASC but held until the internal search is over.
However if needed they can send them to print immediately.
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Approved 11-1-16
Mansfield School Committee Meeting
Minutes for Monday, October 24, 2016
Superintendent's Office
Advertisine:
Last time Mansfield focused on the internet and direct mailing. 600 brochures will be sent
to every superintendent and assistant superintendent in MA; every superintendent in NE
and colleges who offer this academic program. It was determined that there was no need
to advertise in the Boston Globe or Education Weekly. Mansfield will post on School
Spring. The School Spring posting will be the same as the internal posting. Very few detaih
just enough to trigger interest. The hope is that applicants will contact the school or MASC
for more detailed information.
Interviews:
Interviews will take place on Wednesday, Nov 16th at 6:00 pm and carry over to Nov 17th if
needed. Location TBD. Important: If interviewing continues through Thursday, then make
sure cable access does not broadcast the first night of interviews until all interviewing is
complete. Location choices, room 2ab, public library, MHS library, airport.
Timeline:
The committee reviewed the timeline with Jim Hardy and adjusted dates as needed.
Concentration now is on internal search and the setup for the external search if needed.
Documents:
Mansfield Superintendent Job Posting
Mansfield Superintendent Job Brochure
Motion to adjourn: At 8:54 p.m., Kiera O'Neil asked for a motion to adjourn. Jenn Walsh
motioned and Linda Fernando seconded.
Motion Carries: 5 - 0.
Respectfully Submitted,
Diane Nugent
Secretary to
Superintendent &
School Committee
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