Executive Board Meeting

January 12, 2008

Call to Order by Jim Linde

Introductions - Debbie Drown introduced Nancy Kimball as the new administrative assistant, Jim Linde introduced Keenya Fagan and Richard Morton from Baltimore City.

Discussion of Contract for Executive Director

Jim Linde discussed how the contract was developed (i.e., receive copies from other jurisdictions, reviewed by a lawyer). Some changes were already made based on feedback (i.e., date was changed to January 12^th). Questions were taken from the floor.

Question - Why was it for only one year?

Response - Fiscal, has a renewable clause.

Question - In Section 7 change to include the word “personal.”

Response - Second to last line add the word “personal” in front of the phrase “legal counsel prior to any termination for just cause becoming final.”

Question - Suggest we limit the Director’s time on FAME activities to 20%.

Response - This would micromanage her time and have an impact on our professional development (and future partnerships with colleges), no change made.

Question - Who is responsible for the evaluation of Director in Section 7?

Response - Change was made by adding on the 4^th line “under the direction of the President and Steering Committee” after the phrase “conference will be held” was added

Question - In Section 13 add a time frame for termination

Response - Change was made by adding, “A thirty calendar day written notice is required by either party for termination.”

Question - In Section 3 add holidays that the Executive Director receives.

Response - Good Friday and Easter Monday were added to the list of holidays.

Move was made to accept the contract with the changes. Debbie Drown later accepted the changes and signed the contract.

Steering Committee Reports

Executive Board Minutes – Bob Wagner stated that minutes were sent via email. Minutes were approved.

Treasurer Report – Jerry DeGrange stated that NAESP’s fiscal year is different than MAESP that results in a difference in the number of members. He was able to rectify an error in the amount that MAESP was to pay. Debbie stated that we received a rebate check from NAESP for $7244.

NAESP State Representative – Pam Akers reviewed the NAESP report. There will be an iPod drawing in March for membership. We will look into recognizing systems that maintain their membership or have 100% participation (i.e., Allegany). Members provided feedback using a form. A form was distributed for members to request promotional materials.

Executive Director – Contact information 877-465-4231 (toll free), 410-465-4230 (fax), 410-961-2360 (cell), debbiedrown@verizon.net (email). We will check into distribution of the Family Involvement Grant information. Debbie is happy to meet with local groups.

Professional Development - Refer to the report. A change was made on the policy of holding workshops during inclement weather – we will follow the decision of the county that is hosting the workshop. Information will also be posted on the website.

President – Save May 30^th for Jim Dryden’s retirement at the Holiday Crown Plaza (Select) in Timonium. Debbie and Jim L. met with Renee Spence with MSDE to discuss the status of mental health. Jim L. has requested a meeting with several state lawmakers (Senate and House representatives) to discuss the possibility of a blue ribbon task force. A discussion was held on the mental health status of MAESP. It is important for members to have ownership of professional development. Our challenge: How do we get the rest of the membership involved in the association? The principalship is not in good health – what can we do to nurture administrators (i.e., camaraderie, take care of ourselves, be an advocate)?

MAESP Business and Continuing Business

Executive Desk – Judy requested article (successful practices)

Transition Activities - $8,000 is being set aside for transition of Executive Directors. Douron now has a sponsorship with MAESP.

Vision and mission - Statements will go on MAESP stationery.

Treasurer’s Position/Accountant – An accountant will be used to provide assistance when necessary with budgeting duties.

New Business

Committee Functions – Lauren Bauer asked committee chairs to complete a questionnaire regarding status of assigned committee and send it to 6700 Seneca Drive, Columbia 21046; Lauren_bauer@hcpss.org

Nominating Committee – Five members were nominated to the nominating committee (chair George Hohl, Blaine Hawley, Brenda Hinton, Tess Blumenthal, Dave Dulac) Task will include developing a slate of candidates (2 or more) for the president-elect and treasurer positions. In March the committee will present a slate of candidates and later submitted to the membership for voting. Results will be shared at the state conference.

County Reports – Reps gave their reports with a focus on articulation.

Family Involvement Grant – Deadline has been changed to February 15^th with awards to be made by March 1^st.

National Distinguished Principals – 18 people are interested and one application has been received.

State Conference – Registration is on-line. There is a rate discount for early bird registration. Conference date is May 8-10 in Ocean City.

Meeting was adjourned at 12:34 pm. Members in attendance: 29.