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his party currently in the race, was initially endorsed by the Rhode Island Republican Party but had that endorsement rescinded on June 25 after reports alleged he was involved in a domestic disturbance in March 2019. Brimer also agreed with much of Mancinis sentiment regarding the current council. There was an error processing your request. A: During my time as interim superintendent last summer I was reminded about how much I care about quality schools in South Kingstown (my grandchildren attend them) and how important the School Committee is in building them. You have permission to edit this article. From the School Committee candidates, Christie Fish, Melissa Boyd, Paula Whitford, Michelle Brousseau, Bob Hicks, Jacy Northup and Karen Humes participated. High quality, universal Pre-K has been shown by RIDE to reduce the total cost to school districts. A: I have a record of being both frugal and pro-child, experience leading under-budget school building projects and school reorganizations (school closing, redistricting, collapsing bus tiers, reorganizing middle schools) that protected programs by increasing efficiency and did not divide, but, rather, brought people together. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph. Northup stated that she likes the idea of switching gears and thinks that taking the time to do this right is very important. More importantly, the lack of curiosity and honesty infected their main argument they have settled on to save Wakefield Elementary School the claim that the debt service cost to expand other buildings will dwarf any expected operational savings, which has been consistently debunked. 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. His contract, approved unanimously by all school committee members present for the special meeting, will pay $800 per day. NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. An investigator's report released by the North Kingstown School Committee late Monday night shows that former high school coach Aaron Thomas' naked "fat tests" of . Share with Us. There are renovations to the existing structure that are needed in order to move this plan forward. Serving on the school committee would provide a unique opportunity to make a real difference in South Kingstown, not only for the current students (which includes my own two children) but also for our future students. The building committee needs to be re-vamped. that is degrading to another person. 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. 215 Columbia Street. Emily Cummiskey expressed her excitement for this idea. Jacy Northup claimed she was running for School Committee so she could learn about these issues. I fear that the existing building which, according to The Jacobs Report, needs significant repairs will not get any more than a coat of paint. Michelle Brousseau. Creating a new High School campus is also expected to decrease the number of students we have who make the choice to attend our neighboring high schools, resulting in a substantial savings to our District. The state primary is set for Sept. 8, with the general election taking place on Nov. 3. Maryanne . I have always had an independent voice, and I fully believe that politics have no place in education. In partnership with the Sustainability Committees we have the opportunity to design and create a building that will make us environmentally friendly. Be Nice. Roland Benjamin stated that the education piece was discussed during the Ed Spec meetings. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism This last election, a group of four women, Stephanie Canter, Sarah Markey, Emily Cummiskey and Jacy Northrup, calling themselves the "final four" because they were listed last on the ballot, took four of the five open positions on the school committee. Be Truthful. 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. Respectfully submitted, Linda Savastano. If we are talking about building schools, we need to have more educators on the committee. Let us know in this week's poll question below. . Alycia Collins. Especially now, when theres a probability of a referendum that could cut the school budget by over $400,000, she said. We have some amazing teachers and leaders in our district. Transparency and communication create grace and allows a community to better navigate through the inevitable painful points and stumbles. Raissa Mosher stated that there are a lot of new people involved but she hopes the time and work that was put into the Ed Spec meetings would be looked at and taken into account. Roland E. Benjamin, . The synthesis of my education, professional knowledge and personal experience makes this a very natural next step. Such pervasive polarization has prevented us from moving forward. Two, the Columbia Street building, due to its age and size, would cost more to maintain and poses a greater risk of costly surprises during construction. I will continue to work hard to make the district the best it can be, she said. A. I bring experience in facility and budget planning, facilitation, strategic planning, conflict resolution, diversity and inclusion and curriculum development. A: I support the plans to relocate the high school for two main reasons. Guests Tracey Donnelly and David DeQuattro from RGB were also in attendance. It is being re-run here to correct that mistake. South Kingstown School Committee Meeting Minutes, Ed Collins Chief Facilities Management & Capital Projects-Cranston Public Schools. Letter: Realists needed on School Committee. or anything. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. She also stated that we did look at doing a high school at Curtis Corner briefly but it was not fully vetted so she thinks doing a full study would make a lot of sense. I would like to see that program re- instituted and expanded across the district. 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. His contract, approved unanimously by. I have served over the past several years as a volunteer soccer coach, CARES mentor, classroom volunteer, special education advocate and most recently as a member of the COVID Mutual Aid and Support Group. Ed Collins described the recent renovation to Eden Park Elementary School which entailed revamping one wing (18,000. 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. I believe that all decisions need to be student centered. If Mr. When we have a long term vision and plan, we can ensure responsible financial spending while building a solid educational system our children deserve. They saw this renovation as an opportunity to show the community what their schools could look like before they vote on $133M of bonds in November 2020. Keep it Clean. These are serious times that require serious people to lead us. Democrats Christie Fish, Cadence Hansen and Paula Whitford will also be on the ballot. Keep it Clean. There are also two middle schools and four elementary schools. I was fortunate to be part of a visioning stakeholders group this spring that was led by educational planner, Frank Locker. Viele are not seeking re-election. Would you like to receive our daily news? She continued by stating that a number of members on the school committee gave the appearance of impropriety and have an obvious disdain for Stringfellow. A: I support sustainable long-term planning incorporating both school and town supported initiatives. We see you out and about, and those things get talked about, and then you wonder why theres obvious distrust for your actions?. CURTIS CORNER MIDDLE SCHOOL (Precinct 3203) SOUTH KINGSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL (Precinct 3204) WAKEFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Precinct 3205) . Without penetrating these barriers, progress will continue to be challenging to say the least. 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Emily Cummiskey said there is access to the property on South Road the parking could be explored but at this point we are looking at the bigger picture to see if this is even an option that should be explored. A: I am running because I care deeply about our community and feel strongly that we need to do things differently to successfully educate SK students with diverse learning needs and life experiences. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our top stories each week. 11 . We need to better develop the whole child through special education and unified arts curriculum.We cannot cut from these areas year after year. Diane Paolino thanked the committee for bringing up CCMS as an option for the high school. Weve thoughtfully addressed issues around special education, racial equity, SEL (social emotional learning) and PBL (project based learning). Visit www.jacynorthup.com A: I am an involved parent in the district and have three children in three different SK schools. It should have an engineer/construction professional on the committee to answer questions. SOUTH KINGSTOWN This year, four seats are up for grabs on the school committee and eight local candidates are hoping to fill those vacancies. I see a tremendous opportunity for the school committee to rebuild the trust from the community that they need in order to best support and implement district policies. The elementary schools are doing great, Broad Rock is the newest building in the district, but by the time you get to the middle and high school level we need an upgrade. Low 48F. South Kingstown High School Cafeteria. 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. 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 We need to ensure the building is properly renovated and that meets the expectations from RIDE that all students are safe, warm and dry. Linda Savastano then reviewed the current facility improvement program and asked for the committee to reflect on how they want to move forward. She then turned the meeting back to the school committee for questions. 215 Columbia Street. {{current_weather.dt | momentjs( atts.date )}}, or CLICK HERE TO GET INSTANT STORY NOTIFICATIONS. I was surprised by it and thats all Ive got to say, Mancini said. South Kingstown High School Cafeteria. Jacy Northup. Slight chance of a shower late. The unendorsed Democrats are Mancini and newcomer Katherine Anderson. Former South Kingstown Superintendent Bob Hicks was appointed by the school committee to serve at interim superintendent while Kristen Stringfellow is out on administrative leave. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. We need to better engage the community before any final plan is able to be submitted.The plan that has been publicly presented is not financially responsible to our community, and more importantly is not educationally best for our students. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. Don't Threaten. Independent candidateLenine P. Camacho also declared for the race. In all, eight Democrats and five Republicans have filed paperwork to run for the five-member council. Jacy Northrup Newly elected South Kingstown School Committee members facing harassment and threats An unusual Friday night meeting of the South Kingstown School Committee became contentious over what should have been an easy procedural issue, revealing deep divides within the community. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph. A: I have been preparing for this work for more than half of my life. Putting A: There is not one simple answer. I support a multi-year, strategic school facility plan that includes our long-term. Alycia Collins . I have said this before but it deserves mentioning again: We have sorted ourselves in groups that seemingly have immovable walls around them. Jeanne Silversmith also expressed that she is excited about this idea. Linda Savastano said that while she does not have specifics tonight because she needed to gauge interest before pursuing an in-depth study, she imagines that with adjustments such as moving the tennis court or a field house or possibly using the Admin building as well, she believes it is possible. Move to direct the Building Committee to proceed with an investigation into Stage II Application to show feasibility of expansion to CCMS for grades 9-12 along with closure of the current high school facility as recommended by Superintendent, . Pamela L spoke in favor of keeping CCMS open and keeping the fields. A leadership change caused the building committee to be headed by a Town Council member which took education out of the forefront. South Kingstown School Committee Meeting Minutes. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. She then gave a brief presentation stressing the importance of looking at our educational programming and essential values as a school department but also as a larger community and using those values as the guiding factors for the facility plan. Its also about investing my energy to make a commitment for positive change. A: Co-Vid 19 aside, I would say the biggest issue facing our community at large is a disagreement on how to move forward fixing our schools. All four incumbent members of the council are vying for reelection, with Stacy Elliott having stepped down from her position as Town Councilor effective June 30 and another person to fill the position for the remainder of her term has yet to be named. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Be Nice. 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. This ad was originally published on this date and may contain an offer that is no longer valid. Will the addition of Fast Ferry service departing from Quonset impact how often you travel to Block Island? She said Cranstons idea to involve the Alumni Association and the teams in the rebuilding of the fields was very successful. The plan includes a new gym and auditorium, updated science labs and increased space for the music and drama departments, first class spaces for our CTE programs, on site playing fields eliminating the need for after school transportation to practice fields and plenty of on site parking for our student drivers. She may also be known by the following alternative names: Jacy Almeida, J Almeida, Jacy Northup. They also include Democrats Jacy Northup, who is another former school committee member, incumbent councilor Jessica Rose and Joseph Sorentino III. 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. It is the committees fault. Be Proactive. Lets keep South Kingstown moving in the right direction forward not backward. Jacy Northup stated that she likes the idea of switching gears and thinks that taking the time to do this right is very important. I believe a person can be socially just, financially responsible and put our students first in every decision. 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. BROAD ROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL - A (Precinct 3201), BROAD ROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL - B (Precinct 3202), CURTIS CORNER MIDDLE SCHOOL (Precinct 3203), SOUTH KINGSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL (Precinct 3204), WAKEFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Precinct 3205), CHRIST THE KING CHURCH - PARISH HALL (Precinct 3206), WEST KINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Precinct 3207), MATUNUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAFETERIA (Precinct 3209), MATUNUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ALL-PURPOSE ROOM (Precinct 3210), Representative in General Assembly District 33, Representative in General Assembly District 34, Representative in General Assembly District 35, Representative in General Assembly District 36, 1. We do need to come together and Im happy to take that on. Mark Levitt stated his support for re-thinking the plan and supports creating a more porous environment with connection between the outdoors and indoors. Although the topic of school structure is important, elementary consolidation will not solve all of our problems, and it could potentially create new ones., Difficult times were always in our future, she continued. Candidate. A: Yes, I am in full support of relocating our High School to the Curtis Corner site. This includes tackling discipline, transportation, access to programs and special education. Most concerning, however, is our timeline with limited opportunity for shared input, dialogue, revision, and community feedback. She thinks it makes a lot of sense and thinks it will have a lot of support within the community. He thinks we need to build a new high school at Curtis Corner and if it is done right, this community will support it and pay for it. person will not be tolerated. The four endorsements went to incumbent Richard Welch, as well as returning candidate Rickey Thompson, newcomer Brad Artery and Kim Page, with the former North Kingstown School Committee Chairwomanhaving switched party affiliation from Republican to Democrat. However, the current plan that is in place needs to be reconfigured with the scope of work and financial costs. When the new council came in, we were able to work in a bipartisan manner, we were able to get these meetings over in two, two and a half hours and in a very friendly and warm manner of hosting, Brimer said. I am willing to listen fully, whether I agree or disagree, fully investigate all issues and make final decisions based on what is best for the students of our district. Jacy A. Northup (DEM) Polling place: 137; Mail ballots: 28; Early Voting: 50; 215: 6.6% Jacy lives at 13 Pine Str, South Kingstown, RI 02879-3520. Kristen Stringfellow - Superintendent. South Kingstown School Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 28, 2019 South Kingstown High School Cafeteria 215 Columbia Street Wakefield, RI 02879 Attendees - voting members Stephanie Canter - Chair Emily Cummiskey Jacy Northup Kate Macinanti Alycia Collins Michelle Brousseau Absent-voting members Sarah Markey Attendees - Staff Stephanie Canter thanked the Superintendent for bringing up this idea, saying that she isnt sure the current plan was being steered by the educational values and student engagement that they want to accomplish. She said Cranstons idea to involve the Alumni Association and the teams in the rebuilding of the fields was very successful. It is how we believe we should arrive there that is different. Whatever path we take, we must deal with maintenance of all of our buildings. Winds SW at 15 to 25 mph.. Mostly clear skies early will give way to occasional showers later during the night. If Rhode Island Fast Ferry successfully launches its summer service next year, will it impact how often you travel to Block Island? I believe that the future of our district is bright. These workshops are ongoing and strengthen the relationship between the school and community and also lay the foundation for implicit bias training. She also mentioned the possibility of using the South Road School as a place for a CTE program. Attendees - other. He also stated that there is a RIDE requirement for who needs to be on the building committee and also a town charter that has some vague language about appointing the majority of the building committee. She then stressed the importance of sustainable design for a 21st century school. I have also demonstrated a commitment to community volunteerism and school improvement through my work with the Washington County Coalition for Children and Jonnycake Center, focused on improving the lives of children. Unfortunately, the facilities application is due less than three months after the election. The first is that it is fiscally advantageous. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, We need a strong leadership table that will actively engage our community to build a school system vision for our future. Understand that the closure of an elementary school would not have solved the budget crisis.. The school committee is responsible for providing a quality education for our students while ensuring decisions are made that properly balance the needs of many constituents. Be Truthful. We'd love to hear eyewitness I will continue to advocate whether Im at the table, the microphone or in the audience. She asked that the School Committee allow the community comments to come before the vote on the School Facilities Plan. Another candidate, Democrat Katherine Macinanti, was also elected. There isnt time for her to learn on the job. Kate Macinanti. You have permission to edit this article. Emily Cummiskey. 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. Bergner steered her comment back toward Markey, but called out school committee member Jacy Northup for comments she made last week that were basically a throwdown to the community to file ethics complaints against you for your behavior.. A: Strong public schools are essential to a thriving community and I would be honored to be a part of the continued growth and development of public education in South Kingstown. A strong CTE program is necessary for not only retaining our students, but attracting students from other districts. Don't knowingly lie about anyone Q: What do you view as the biggest issue facing our community today? Visit www.jacynorthup.com. 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. Be Nice. 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. Chance of rain 60%. SOUTH KINGSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL (Precinct 3205) WEST KINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Precinct 3208) NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY (Precinct 3209) . A: The most important issue facing our communitys schools is the inequity in outcomes. This school committee has been in office for a year and this plan is floundering. These conversations have included district teachers, leaders, parents and community members. She expressed concern that the town/school has dropped the ball with permits, etc. Jacy A. Northup (DEM) Polling place: 797; Mail ballots: 111; Early Voting: 219; 1127: 7.8%: Joseph Sorrentino, III (DEM) Polling place: 795; Mail ballots: 94; Early Voting: 237; 1126: I am seeking re-election because my work on behalf of the community is not complete. School Committee Vice Chair Sarah Markey reminded Bergner to direct all comments toward her rather than Cummiskey, in the absence of School Committee Chair Stephanie Canter. 215 Columbia Street. On the other side, Republicans Donald Frederick Robbio and Robert B. Lancia will compete for their partys nomination. 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. Wakefield, RI 02879 . I am not into politics, I am an educator that understands education. For example, the current plan does not include any bathroom updates or renovations - which are desperately needed. Tuesday, May 28, 2019 . Michelle Brousseau. School committee member Jacy Northup, who's sat on the building committee the longest, said she feels "really, really good" about moving forward with the Curtis Corner project. South Kingstown School Committee Meeting Minutes. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Three, the initial renovation plan for Columbia Street had not yet considered a phasing plan, a big unknown. that is degrading to another person. South Kingstown School Committee The mission of the South Kingstown School Department, in partnership with families and the entire educational community, is to educate ALL of our students in the knowledge and skills necessary to ensure readiness and success in college and career. 7:00 PM - Call to Order . Alycia Collins . A: The next school committee will be charged with mending a deep divide in our town. Attendees - Voting Members . She hears this about the DLI program but wants to hear it about our entire school system.

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