Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Jimmy Champion stated that this idea was brought in front of the school committee 35 years ago. There are renovations to the existing structure that are needed in order to move this plan forward. He thanked members of the current school committee for bringing him back on board and expressed a willingness to help in any way he could to move the district forward. 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. 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his party currently in the race, was initially endorsed by the Rhode Island Republican Party but had that endorsement rescinded on June 25 after reports alleged he was involved in a domestic disturbance in March 2019. South Kingstown School Committee Meeting Minutes, Ed Collins Chief Facilities Management & Capital Projects-Cranston Public Schools. John OMalley stated he was a builder for 18 years before becoming a teacher and he feels that if we are going to spend $50M on a high school, the current high school building may not be the best option. I am running for School Committee with a focus on Equity, Inclusion, and Engagement in Education. So, relocating the high school to Curtis Corner makes the most sense to me, both educationally and economically. Threats of harming another Declining enrollment over the last two decades dictates that the time is now to right size our high school. We also need to take into consideration 21st century energy needs. We'd love to hear eyewitness South Kingstown High School Cafeteria. Michelle Brousseau. . Candidate Forums | MyLO This includes tackling discipline, transportation, access to programs and special education. I will continue to work hard to make the district the best it can be, she said. 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. Alycia Collins. Unfortunately, the facilities application is due less than three months after the election. She then turned the meeting back to the school committee for questions. Most of all, I believe that movement of the High School from its central Wakefield location will exacerbate inequities in the experience of our high school students. She asked, considering the acreage of the site, if they should think about putting an addition on Curtis Corner and making it the high school and eventually closing the high school instead. Share with Us. I have been a good listener, I am an independent thinker and have made decisions with children in mind first and foremost. Let us know in this week's poll question below. She feels like this is something the students would be excited to know they were discussing. A: There is not one simple answer. Democrats Christie Fish, Cadence Hansen and Paula Whitford will also be on the ballot. In my capacity as Legislative Liaison, I have testified several times before various committees of the General Assembly on behalf of the District. 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. Jacy Northup 4 SK Town Council - Facebook For the Democrats, perhaps the biggest surprise was the decision by the North Kingstown Democratic Town Committee to not award one of its four endorsements to Town Council President Greg Mancini, who with 6,543 votes in the 2018 election was the highest vote getter of any candidate. Two of my children are in the DLI (Dual Language Immersion Program). A place to follow my campaign and learn why I am throwing my proverbial "hat in the ring" for South. 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. Wakefield, RI 02879 . Threats of harming another A: I am an involved parent in the district and have three children in three different SK schools. copy of trust or other source from which legal fees and settlements may be paid in relation to litigation involving South Kingstown school committee, school department, . School Committee Our school district needs to embrace community engagement and use the knowledge and tools of its members to create a solid path for our future. High 58F. I was surprised by it and thats all Ive got to say, Mancini said. We have not done the necessary due diligence to demonstrate the return on investment that the facility plan will provide. Be Truthful. Why or why not? SOUTH KINGSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL (Precinct 3205) WEST KINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Precinct 3208) NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY (Precinct 3209) MATUNUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - ALL-PURPOSE ROOM (Precinct 3210) . Together, we can do great things in our . Hicks named interim superintendent - RICentral.com Ive been an elementary teacher on almost every grade level in a variety of settings including special education. Jacy A. Northup (I): 4669 votes, 9.5%; A: Yes, I am in full support of relocating our High School to the Curtis Corner site. Election Results: How Narragansett-South Kingstown Voted Use the 'Report' link on If Rhode Island Fast Ferry successfully launches its summer service next year, will it impact how often you travel to Block Island? I believe the divide is due to philosophical differences regarding how best to invest in our educational system and how to spend our tax dollars. RI.gov: Election Results I have always had an independent voice, and I fully believe that politics have no place in education. She hears this about the DLI program but wants to hear it about our entire school system. 215 Columbia Street. School Committee TOWN OF SOUTH KINGSTOWN. The building committee needs to be re-vamped. Our per pupil expenditure is one of the highest in the state; that cost is even higher in our underutilized elementary schools. Don't knowingly lie about anyone 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. Each side feels they are not being heard and therefore disrespected while, at the end of the day, most of us are striving towards the same goal to do what is best for our community. 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. Jacy Northup . person will not be tolerated. educational vision which is supported by our educators, our administration, and our community. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Share with Us. Slight chance of a shower late. Each of the two major parties also have a newcomer to the race, with Democrat Jennifer Lima and Republican Hannah Zangari seeking seats on the committee. The state primary is set for Sept. 8, with the general election taking place on Nov. 3. CURTIS CORNER MIDDLE SCHOOL (Precinct 3203) SOUTH KINGSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL (Precinct 3204) WAKEFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Precinct 3205) . We have incredibly complex issues ahead in SK including addressing community concerns (including funding concerns and reduced opportunities for community engagement), safety and supports for students and teachers during COVID-19, making critical capital planning decisions, and addressing inequities in faculty retention, per student spending, and appropriate allocation of resources especially for those most in need in our communities. SKHS Soccer at School Committee Meeting; The SKP Lottery is open; South Kingstown Redistricting Information ; Ms. Duff Wolstencroft Teacher of the Year! As an incumbent, I am eager to continue the very important work that I have started. I encourage everyone to stop any personal attacks. 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. 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 Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. Election 2022: Crowded field emerges for local elections 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. 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. 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. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. The only thing that could be observed about Sarah Markey was that she continued, blatantly, to push her own personal, negative political agenda. Ed Collins described the recent renovation to Eden Park Elementary School which entailed revamping one wing (18,000 sq.ft.) Roland Benjamin stated that the education piece was discussed during the Ed Spec meetings. Building trust is not easy but transparency and communication are where we must begin. The superintendents report on our school ratings highlighted this, noting that it is exactly what is holding us back. or anything. We are projected to receive a 50% reimbursement from the State. Resident Stacey Bodziony, an organizer for Friends of Wakefield Elementary School, thanked the committee for the extra time and effort theyd put in over the past few weeks, and said the group would look to change its focus going forward. The five other challengers are Alexander Menzies, Alicia Vignali Henry, Ethan Farrell, Joshua LaPlante and Matthew Ulrickson. Edit Close. 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. 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. Political Ad Paid for by Friends of Jacy Northup Kristen Stringfellow - Superintendent. I will continue to advocate whether Im at the table, the microphone or in the audience. By contrast, the additional operational cost of keeping four schools is projected to be $10 million, the projected proceeds of selling the Wakefield Elementary property is $3 million, and the needed maintenance of Wakefield Elementary over 10 years is approximately $5 million.