I watched the recent school committee meeting on Public Access Cable TV last night. John DeGoes was given a task to perform. He did the proper research. He made his recommendations and gave his reasons. He completed his task professionally and logically. I was very disappointed in the reaction and unprofessional conduct of some of the members of the committee. I commend Mr. DeGoes on a job well done. As for the school committee, not so much!

I did too. Great to see it back on TV. They should have the building inspector at these meetings to discuss the disrepair of the building and it's needs. Mr. Couto and the Mr. Quattrucci should both be at these meetings to offer an educated discussion on the repairs needed. PS. It would also be great to see Tony have appropiate clothing on for this office! A T-Shirt? Come to a meeting with more than your undershirt on and perhaps we can have some respect for you. You have some good ideas but you do need to dress accordingly. Also, this committee needs to learn Roberts Rules of Order! After watching this meeting....we will never have good school.

@Shawn, it's not the clothing that someone wears that should determine whether or not you should respect them you should respect everyone regardless. There are people who wear suits and ties that should get no respect. Tony has done a lot for the schools, he's worked his butt off for the children of East Providence and that alone gets him respect.

This is true, however, proper dress and respect for the position and seat speaks volumes too. He serves on the School Committee and attending a meeting not going to a football game. Whould it be OK if the Superintendent shows up in a T-shirt? It is called professionalism. I do think Tony has the good of the tax payers and students in his best interest and that is greatly appreciated. Also, Roberts Rules of Order, need to be followed by law.

Proper dress should be required, I agree. People will defend Tony because he 'has everyone's best interest at heart' and that maybe so, but you have to respect your elected position and dress appropriately. We complain about kids sagging their pants, but we too have a duty to model behavior and set expectations. I attended the meeting. i was disappointed in Conley and Ferreira's conduct. I dont think it's fair to make blanket statements about "the committee" as a whole, when there are just a couple of individuals that need checking. I have to say that I do not envy Mr. Degoes, he had a difficult decision to make, but at least he made it. For YEARS we have watched nothing happen. Koudos to the committee chair for not rushing to a vote, and waiting to have more information (it was definitely needed) It's also been a long time before we've seen that happen, whether or not the close this school, I feel comfortable knowing that whatever is decided will be well thought out. We need to show more support and concern and criticize less.

@ Elizabeth, when you walk into a parent teacher meeting, and you see your child's teacher is sagging his jeans and shows up in sweats, what is your first impression?

Schools are closing, people are leaving, Providence is taxing and spending.. .

And the statehouse wants to pass gay marriage?

Give me a break!

I hope that the community gets the answers to the questions that have been asked repeatedly. How does anyone think that residents, students and business owners ever going to feel confident when the elected officials if we can't get the truthful answers that have been swept under the rug for years now.

I hope the information, promised to the residents, at two different meetings is available and questions are answered truthfully tonight. I also expect all parties involved in this decision are present tonight "that would be professional conduct and respect" for the students and residents/taxpayers of this city.....hey wear your t shirt if you like this is about truthful detailed information about the future of this city....not a fashion show...please people don't be so petty.