Farmington Public Schools

1. Farmington Public Schools Board of Education Approved Budget 2010 - 2011

2. Farmington Public Schools A Compelling Philosophy The Farmington Public Schools are committed to the belief that ALL children are capable of attaining high levels of educational achievement in preparation for productive, rewarding lives and responsible citizenship. *From the Farmington Philosophy and Mission Statement

3. Weaving Our Community’s Story ERIN PAC Olympic Champion and Farmington High School Graduate She caught the Olympic bug at a young age, when her kindergarten teacher staged a mock Opening Ceremony and Pac got to carry the torch, but her early Olympic dreams were of success in track and field and gymnastics. (NBC, Vancouver, 2010)

4. Weaving Our Community’s Story MATTHEW MCDERMOTT: Photographer and Farmington High School graduate

5. Why do this year’s reductions cut so deeply into curriculum and programs? 5

6. Enrollment/Professional Staffing(October Reports – Historical)Student Enrollment – Black*Professional Staffing - Red *Rounded to the nearest full FTE

7. Farmington Public SchoolsStudents with Special Needs2010-11 Budget * 2009-10 includes 3 students placed out of district

8. Benchmarking Special Education Expenditures(As a % of Total Educational Expenditures) Avon 21.13% West Hartford 21.10% Plainville 19.33% Simsbury 18.19% Glastonbury 17.99% Farmington 17.42% Farmington ranks 137TH of 169 towns in Special Education Expenditures as a Percentage of Total Expenditures Source: State Department of Education 2008-09 8

9. Farmington Public SchoolsFiscal Partnership and Self-Insurance Board and Town Council Reductions By: Budget YearBOE & Town Council 2009-10 $ 500,000 2008-09 $1,350,000 2007-08 $ 320,000 TOTAL $2,170,000

10. Farmington Public SchoolsLanguage Lab Source of Funds • Position of Superintendent not filled for 5 months and Assistant Principal not filled for 5 months $ 72,671 • Liability insurance less than anticipated – provided by insurance agent $ 17,836 • Change to natural gas and subsequent savings (natural $100,358 gas at historical lows-spring 2009) Cost $190,865

11. Farmington Public Schools Example of BoE and Town Collaboration Language Lab Facts: • Technology was 13 years old • Requested in capital budget for 3 years • Numerous stations were inoperable; no parts were available for repair

12. Farmington Public SchoolsBoard of Education’s 2010 – 2011 Budget Collaboration and Communication Problem Solving and Innovation Self Direction and Resourcefulness Critical Thinking and Reasoning 12

13. All students will demonstrate performance standards in critical thinking and reasoning and meet rigorous core academic content* standards by accessing, interpreting, analyzing, and evaluating ideas and information, drawing evidence-based conclusions, synthesizing new learning with prior knowledge and reflecting critically on learning. All students will demonstrate performance standards in collaboration and communication and meet rigorous core academic content* standards by participating effectively in a variety of teams, actively listening and responding to the ideas of others, sharing responsibility for outcomes, articulating ideas clearly in a multiple formats and using technology tools to enhance communication. *Farmington’s Core Academic Content Areas include English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, World Language, Health, Physical Education, Wellness and Music, Fine and Applied Arts. *Farmington’s Core Academic Content Areas include English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, World Language, Health, Physical Education, Wellness and Music, Fine and Applied Arts. BUDGET PRIORITIES AND GUIDELINES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE 2010-2011 SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET—2010-2015 FIVE YEAR GOALS 13

14. BUDGET PRIORITIES AND GUIDELINES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE 2010-2011 SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET—2010-2015 FIVE YEAR GOALS 3. All students will demonstrate performance standards in problem solving and innovation and meet rigorous core academic content* standards by identifying problems, analyzing data, asking questions, utilizing a variety of resources, thinking flexibly, making connections and seeking practical, innovative, and entrepreneurial solutions. 4. All students will demonstrate performance standards in self-direction and resourcefulness and meet rigorous core academic content* standards by exploring interests, taking initiative, setting learning goals, demonstrating persistent effort, adapting to change with resiliency and exhibiting ethical leadership and responsible citizenship. *Farmington’s Core Academic Content Areas include English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, World Language, Health, Physical Education, Wellness and Music, Fine and Applied Arts.

15. 2010-2011 Board of Education Approved Budget 2010-2011 Increase: 4.0% or $1,980,430 Contractual Staffing: 2.55% or $1,261,536 Self Insurance: 1.85% or $915,537 Operating Expenses: -.40% or -$196,643 ________________________________________ Approved 2010-2011 Budget: $51,491,192 15

16. Benchmarking Administration/Teacher Ratios Farmington: 17.5 Teachers for each Administrator DRG A: 13.1 Teachers for each Administrator DRG B: 13.9 Teachers for each Administrator State: 13.9 Teachers for each Administrator Source: State Department of Education 2008-2009 16

17. Account Summary 2010-2011

18. Farmington Public SchoolsAdministration/Student Ratios Canton 143 Students to each Administrator Simsbury 172 Students to each Administrator West Hartford 174 Students to each Administrator Glastonbury 184 Students to each Administrator Farmington 210 Students to each Administrator Avon 225 Students to each Administrator Source: State Department of Education, 10-07 18

19. Benchmarking Per Pupil Expenditures (2008-2009) Farmington’s Per Pupil Expenditure Ranking: 113 Average State Per Pupil Expenditure: $13,190 Farmington’s Per Pupil Expenditure: $11,968 Difference: $1,222 Source: State Department of Education 2008-2009 19

20. Farmington Public Schools2009-2010 Budget Reductions/Impact Farmington High School English Teacher Reduction: Reduced tutorial time for students in need Major Teacher Reductions at FHS: Core subject had a teacher reductions – impact on every Math, Science, English, Social Studies class including all AP classes Reductions in teachers reduced elective offerings for all students (Ex. Psychology; 61, Sociology; 42, Art; 80, Economic Honors; 15, Criminal and Civil Justice; 13) Irving A. Robbins Middle School Intramurals: Pay to Participate implementation caused a significant decline in participation Fall IAR Intramural Participation: 72 in 2008-2009 to 36 in 2009-2010 Health, Wellness and Physical Education Reduction Math Reduction: Higher class size (increased to 22 from 17) 20

21. Farmington Public Schools2009-2010 Budget Reductions/Impact (cont’d) West Woods Upper Elementary School • General Music Reduction: Lack of general music required all students, regardless of interest, to participate in chorus or instrumental music programming • Classroom Teacher Reductions: Higher class size in grades 5 and 6 (range of 22-26 students in each classroom) Elementary • Art Reduction

22. Farmington Public SchoolsSummary of 2010-2011 Initial Budget Reductions

23. The Difficult Reduction Decisions Priorities to maintain the core program model that has been highly successful for Farmington for over 25 years: Core programs – These programs impact the core of educational programming; i.e. class size, core subject areas K-12, etc. Class size – Research shows the #1 indicator for improved achievement is the teacher. Class size at the elementary level protects the core educational programming that has led us to high levels of student achievement K-12. Reductions were built off the next level of reductions for 09-10 (utilized Dr. Howley’s 09-10 budget recommendations as a foundation). Budget Process - Met with school and program leaders to elicit feedback. Given the significant personnel cuts at FHS in 09-10, K-12 reductions were explored. Guiding Principles: Standards-Led School District Graduation Requirements Impact 23

24. Farmington Public Schools2010-2011 Budget Reductions by Level 24

25. Farmington Public Schools2010-2011Budget Reductions by Level (cont’d) 25

26. Farmington Public Schools2010-2011Budget Reductions by Level (cont’d) 26

27. Salaries-100 • Provides funding for school district employees including teachers • The net loss in 2009-10 of 17.25 teaching positions has not been restored in 2010-11 • Account reflects the reduction of Culinary Arts (1.0), Latin (.8) and Strings (.6) teachers • Stipends for interscholastic coaches were reduced pursuant to an increase of $25 for “pay to participate” • Account reflects the following negotiated increases: Teachers 52% receiving 2.55% GWI 48% receiving 2.55% GWI plus step Administrators 3.40% Classified Staff 3.35% 2010-11 Board Budget $34,994,371 2009-10 Approved Budget $33,732,836 Total Increase Requested $ 1,261,535 Percentage Increase 3.74%

28. Benefits-200 • Significant Increase in funding due to use of reserve last year, enabling Town and Board to reduce FY 2010 budget • Provides 100% of Expected Paid Claims and Administration of Employee Health Insurance • Farmington ranks 161st out of 169 towns in Cost of Employee Benefits • Farmington Employee Utilization of Health Care Services is significantly below industry average Medical Claims Paid Per Member: Industry Average: $3,497 Farmington: $2,799 Emergency Room Claims Per Visit: Industry Average: $629 Farmington: $396 • BID on life insurance saved over $29,000 • Provision for unemployment insurance was increased last year in anticipation of significant layoffs. 2010-11 Board Budget $7,349,677 2009-10 Approved Budget $6,541,604 Total Increase Requested $ 808,073 Percentage Increase 12.35%

29. Services-300 • The Board’s management of its public utility needs has enabled instructional programs to be spared • Special Education requirements impose additional transportation pressure on the budget • Account provides for Professional Development Programs to improve teaching and learning • District took advantage of Dual Fuel Capacity to limit energy costs • Account provides for Building Repairs to address the needs of 668,155 Square Feet of Town/School Buildings. Specific projects were reduced for FY 2011 due to budget contraints • Postage Services for Town and Board have been centralized 2010-11 Board Budget $7,255,484 2009-10 Approved Budget $7,278,872 Total Increase Requested -$ 23,388 Percentage Increase -.32%

30. Supplies-400 • Library books have been reduced in response to the on-going economic situation • Some funding has been restored to the Curriculum Development Budget after the severe cut in 2009-10 2010-11 Board Budget $1,460,589 2009-10 Approved Budget $1,435,649 Total Increase Requested $ 24,940 Percentage Increase 1.74%

31. Equipment -500 • The Equipment section was significantly reduced from the Superintendent’s request in order to retain instructional personnel • Last year’s appropriation only provided for eighty computers at West Woods to replace the seven year old machines at that location • Elimination of computers means that instructional programs will not be able to run on old machines 2010-11 Board Budget $152,992 2009-10 Approved Budget $204,769 Total Increase Requested -$51,777 Percentage Increase -25.29%

32. Dues and Fees-600 • The decrease in the account reflects the anticipation of lower property and casualty premiums 2010-11 Board Budget $278,079 2009-10 Approved Budget $317,032 Total Increase Requested - $38,953 Percentage Increase -12.29%

33. Farmington Public SchoolsBoard of Education’s 2010 – 2011 Budget Collaboration and Communication Problem Solving and Innovation Self Direction and Resourcefulness Critical Thinking and Reasoning 33