Regular Meeting - SRCS Board of Education
San Rafael City Schools
February 26, 2018 6:00PM
District Office - Boardroom
310 Nova Albion Way
San Rafael, CA 94903
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Board President Greg Knell, Vice President Maika Llorens Gulati, Trustee Linda M. Jackson, Trustee Rachel Kertz, Trustee Natu Tuatagaloa
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| President Knell convened the meeting to Open Session at 5:00 PM. |
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| Pursuant to Government Code sections 54957.6 and 54957, and Education Code 35146, the Board adjourned to Closed Session at 5:01 PM. |
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| President Knell reconvened the meeting to Open Session at 6:00 PM. |
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| Terra Linda Student Board Member Ryan Corr led the Pledge of Allegiance. |
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Yessenia Hernandez, San Rafael HS:
- Gay Straight Alliance Club (GSA) is raising money to buy stickers for supporters and members of the Club and community
- Two newcomer inclusion workshops were held before mid-winter break; Link Crew members who received training from the ADL helped to run the activities for newcomers
- After the WASC team visit, a student panel debriefed to discuss WASC; discussed more awareness on mental health, suicide prevention and communication that there is help available to students who need it
- A spring play poster contest will be held next week
- A Santa Rosa representative visited the school to discuss various careers in the health care field
- A Dine and Donate fundraiser was held at Celia's for the Class of 2019
- Congratulations to Co-ed varsity cheerleaders who captured their second consecutive title at the USA Spirit Nationals in Anaheim
- Track and Field started today
- All eight Bulldog wrestlers placed at the recent MCAL Wrestling Championships at TL
- ASB elections are starting this week
Ryan Corr, Terra Linda HS:
- Elections for ASB outreach are coming up
- There will be an assembly tomorrow for Black History Month, with guest speaker John Ballard who was present at Selma marches for civil rights
- Progress reports will be coming soon
- AVID is holding a fundraising rummage sale
- March 9 is the Terra Linda Scholarship Wine and Cheese Night
- TL has been affected by the school shooting in Parkland; students are planning a walkout on March 14
- The topic of homerooms was discussed by TL students with other schools at a Walker Creek retreat recently. He shared the variety of tutorial configurations offered at other high schools such as Tam, SRHS, and Drake. He provided reasons why tutorial would be helpful to TL to: increase awareness of events, reducing the need for bulletin announcements; homeroom creates comaraderie, better communication and school spirit; Freshmen have immediate friends in homeroom; Link Crew and ASB would have a forum for presenting to students in a more effective manner. The goal is to have a homeroom model with a 5 minutes period before tutorial to regroup with a classroom and teacher that you have for one year. Students are open to advisory or trying something new at TL.
Trustee Jackson acknowledged Mr. Corr for this work to bring forward the idea of a tutorial homeroom, noting this is why the Board wants to have student trustees on the Board, to hear the student voice.
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| Michael Mink, President of San Rafael Little League - presented an application for the Board regarding being approved for a Group 2 status. He was hoping for an expedited process. |
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| That the Board receives updates from district labor leaders:
1) CSEA
2) SRTA
3) SRFT |
CSEA:
Ann Marie Sachetti noted that she and President Katina Pantazes took a CSEA paid day to visit SRCS sites; increased membership by 6 people and everyone seemed very receptive
SRTA:
Molly O'Donoghue noted she met over break with negotiation co-chairs and is looking forward to seeing a Sunshine brought forward in March
SRFT:
Nothing at this time. |
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Elizabeth Foehr, Coordinator of Coaching and Professional Development, will present an update on Instructional Coaching - Creating a Sustainable Model of Professional Learning
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Dr. Perez introduced Director of Elementary Education Stephanie Kloos and Coordinator of Coaching and Professional Development Elizabeth Foehr who were to provide an update on instructional coaching and next steps to build a sustainable model for continuous professional development and collaboration. Ms. Kloos introduced the ESD coaches who were present in the audience, acknowledging all the hard work they do at their sites.
Ms. Foehr provided an overview of the coaching work being done in SRCS based on the work of Professor John Hattie, a researcher in education who has compiled a meta analysis of over 1200 studies to see what works best in education, identifying larger leveraged practices and growth that moves student achievement by fundamentally changing teaching in the classroom. The heart of coaching is how to support teachers and implement key initiatives for student achievement.
Ms. Foehr provided examples of the professional development and the followup by coaches:
-providing differentiated Passport offerings for ESD teachers, which will expand to middle school next year
- afterschool Passport inservices from 4-6 PM for teachers for offerings of their choice
- integration in middle school
- demonstration lessons and debriefings
- looking at student data
- learning walks and peer observations with teachers receiving feedback
- coaches sitting on site Instructional Leadership Teams (ILTs)
She reviewed ways the impact of coaching is measured:
- coaches must build relationships with teachers at their sites
- tracking of shifts in teaching practices
- feedback surveys and evaluations
- make goals for the year with site admin
- balanced literacy reflection tool used in the ESD listed key indicators to see in the classroom
- teachers do self-reflection; site coaches have access to this information and it is discussed in PLCs, but it is not evaluative
Looking at three key practices in the ESD: guided reading; strategy groups-efficient ways to confer with multiple students at a time for targeted lessons; and conferring- 1:1 with students to provide targeted feedback
Next steps: Three year PD plan continuing to support SEAL and balanced literacy; regular articulation with administration; working with Eileen Smith, MCOE Project Based Learning Collaborative Project Director; instructional rounds with admin and coaches; differentiated PD offerings through Passport training
Ms. Foehr concluded her presentation with a quote defining the heart of coaching. Ms. Kloos expressed her appreciation for the funding that supports the coaching model, teamwork, and the hard work that instructional coaches do every day.
Trustee Kertz commented she has seen the progression of coaching and there is so much traction now; it is working.
Trustee Jackson expressed disappointment and commented on what she views as a challenge as there is documentation of the process we are using, but not the result, noting there are 3 years of Fountas and Pinnell (F&P) results and results for guided reading, but there is no achievement data by sites, grade levels and sub groups; there are no benchmarks. She commented on staff's recommendation to continue the expansion of SEAL, commenting that she did not have confidence that SEAL is what we should be doing without being able to look at data first. She also noted she is hearing from parents who are frustrated with the amount of time teachers are out of the classroom with SEAL PD; when looking at the PD hours, what is it really going to cost with teachers being out of the classroom so much.
In response to Trustee Jackson's concerns Ms. Kloos and Ms. Foehr provided additional information: this year found that sites were working in silos with F&P information so there was a shift to using student progress sheets in Google that principals can track in one place. Next year writing samples and benchmark tests will be added and the sheets will be shifted out of the principals' hands to Education Services. The ESD Curriculum Advisory Committee (CAC) is working on finding a benchmark assessment that can be used in the ESD. The amount of time teachers are out of the classroom with SEAL is not an unfair concern for parents to have, but this PD work is where teachers are rolling up their sleeves and doing the work to make this a deep practice for teachers. The Passport PD is being offered after school hours. There will be a breather from SEAL PD next year as the SEAL Gr. 4/5 model is still in the pilot stage.
Dr. Watenpaugh commented that instructional practice of K-3 teachers has changed across the district over the last several years. SEAL uses 14 high impact instructional strategies that are integrated at all sites. Trustee Jackson commented that test scores are not showing improvement at all sites and that she looks forward to getting data. Dr. Watenpaugh noted that research shows a shift may take 4 to 5 years to show.
Vice President Llorens Gulati inquired about middle school math and the struggles that students have. Staff noted that there does need to be more support in math which is why they are working with the Passport structure to provide PD for differentiated math which will be part of PD for teachers next year. Ms. Llorens Gulati noted she is also curious to see the data.
Trustee Kertz noted that the industry standard says it takes 7 to 9 years to truly see a change; students who are TK now will really benefit from the change in SRCS. She noted that experts in the field have been noticing the work being done in SRCS. She expressed she is glad we have this work going on to make changes for students.
President Knell inquired about opportunities for teacher innovation. Ms. Foehr noted that coaches let teachers know they have the tools but that they need to respond to the students in front of them; coaches supply starting places and support, but teachers are the ones who need to innovate from there.
Trustee Kertz inquired about any comparable coaching in the HSD. DMS Coach Jennifer Garcia provided information about the work that will be done at DMS for articulation with SR and TL. |
Instructional Coaching Board Presentation
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Assistant Superintendent Doug Marquand will present enrollment projections for the elementary and high school districts for 2018-19. |
Assistant Superintendent of Business Services Doug Marquand reviewed highlights for enrollment information:
- K enrollment to date for next year is projected to be 456; last year at this time was 446
- DMS enrollment shows an increase each year from 16/17 to the projected ... for 18/19; size is an issue
- DOC enrollment was reviewed: with DOC going away the enrollment will drop significantly after this year as this year's enrollment is mostly in 12th grade
- newcomer enrollment in the HSD is signficantly lower this year than last year
- he recapped HSD enrollment and projections out to 2021/22
In response to questions from Trustees Kertz, Jackson and Tuatagaloa, Mr. Marquand provided additional information: the projected enrollment decline for TL is because of fewer students coming from Miller Creek; Some of the smaller ESD schools are declining in size- LD because of the movement of a TK classroom for modernization, and Short which is an overflow school as students are staying at their home schools; the overall enrollment trend reflects the ESD staying closer to flat enrollment and the HSD growth is closer to the top and then it begin to slow down.
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Enrollment Recap 2.26.18
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Trustee Tuatagaloa requested a quick overview of the consent items from VPCS Mark Van Pelt who was present in the audience.
Mr. Van Pelt reviewed that these resolutions are to fortify the bond program as it relates to providing modular construction. The buildings will be designed by designers under JL Modular's contract who will be in addition to the architects. These resolutions say the district will not have to go back out to the process for new designers. In response to Trustee Llorens Gulati's question regarding budget, Mr. Van Pelt noted that this is all included in the current budget. |
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The Board is asked to attest to the futility of any further solicitation for modular design services and approve Independent Consulting Agreement with JL Modular for Architectural and Engineering services for the modular building at San Pedro Elementary School.
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Background:
The next step in completing the design for the San Pedro Elementary School Administration and Classroom buildings is to contract for the modular building Architectural and Engineering services.
Jeff Luchetti Construction (JLC) is the Board-approved Lease-Leaseback Developer for the San Pedro Elementary School Modernization + Modular Administration and Classroom Building project. JLC’s proposal included Modular Design services as an identified Pre-Construction Services element. JLC specifically referenced their use of the JL Modular building system as part of their proposal to the District. JL Modular, in their proposal to the San Rafael City Schools, clearly indicated their qualifications and staffing experience to complete Architectural and Engineering services on the project. The resolution attesting to futility of further solicitation is presented for approval in consideration of requirements for compliance with competitive selection processes for these types of services. Current Considerations:
JLM’s Independent Consulting Agreement includes a full scope of Architectural and Engineering services, including coordination with the site Architect of Record, HY Architects. Their services include preparation of documents for DSA approval including the use of the JL Modular building system. Resolution #1718-6 summarizes that all requirements for procurement compliance with a competitive selection process for these types of services have been followed. (See attached Resolution No. 1718-6 and JL Modular Independent Consultant Agreement.) All documents have been approved by legal counsel. |
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Financial Impact: $78,000 funded by Measure A Bond funds. SACS CODE: 21-9010-6200-00-0000-8500-095-000-480
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Approve Resolution #1718-6 and Independent Consultant Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services with JL Modular for the San Pedro Modular Administration and Classroom Building.
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Approve Resolution #1718-6 and Independent Consultant Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services with JL Modular for the San Pedro Modular Administration and Classroom Building.
Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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Futility Resolution re San Pedro Competitive Procurement Design Svc
Independent Consultant Agreement San Pedro JLM
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The Board is being asked to attest to the futility of further solicitation for Architectural and Engineering services for the Davidson modular project and approve the Independent Consultant Agreement with JL Modular.
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Background:
The next step in completing the design for the Davidson Middle School STEAM Classroom building is to contract for the modular building Architectural and Engineering services.
Jeff Luchetti Construction (JLC) is the Board-approved Lease-Leaseback Developer for the Davidson STEAM Classroom Building project. JLC’s proposal included Modular Design and In-Plant Observation services as an identified Pre-Construction Services element. JLC specifically referenced their use of the JL Modular building system as part of their proposal to the District. JL Modular, in their proposal to the San Rafael City Schools, clearly indicated their qualifications and staffing experience to complete Architectural and Engineering services on the project. The resolution attesting to futility of further solicitation is presented for approval in consideration of requirements for compliance with competitive selection processes for these types of services. Current Considerations: JLM’s Independent Consultant Agreement includes a full scope of Architectural and Engineering services, including coordination with the site Architect of Record, QKA. Their services include preparation of documents for DSA approval including the use of the JL Modular building system. Resolution #1718-7 summarizes that all requirements for procurement compliance with a competitive selection process for those types of services have been followed. (See Resolution #1718-7 and JL Modular Independent Consultant Agreement.) All documents have been approved by legal counsel. |
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$486,600 funded by Measure A Bond funds. SACS CODE: 21-9010-0-6200-00-0000-8500-340-000-479
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Approve Resolution #1718-7 and Independent Consultant Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services with JL Modular for the Davidson Modular STEAM Classroom Building.
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Approve Resolution #1718-7 and Independent Consultant Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services with JL Modular for the Davidson Modular STEAM Classroom Building.
Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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Futility Resolution Davidson for Competitive Procurement Design Svc
JLM Design Independent Consultant Agreement
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Trustee Jackson requested Items #5 and 12 be pulled for discussion.
Trustee Llorens Gulati requested Item #9 be pulled for discussion.
M/S/C: (Tuatagaloa, Kertz) the Board voted 5-0 to approve the balance of the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Items #5, 9, and 12, by the following vote:
Greg Knell - YES
Linda M. Jackson - YES
Rachel Kertz - YES
Maika Llorens Gulati - YES
Natu Tuatagaloa - YES
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| Board meeting minutes are presented for approval. |
Minutes are taken of all Board meetings as record of all actions taken by the Board. The attached minutes are being recommended for approval. |
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Approval of the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of February 5, 2018
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Approval of the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of February 5, 2018, as amended.
Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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Minutes - February 5, 2018 Regular Mtg REV
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| This agenda item presents for Board approval the Administration's recommended personnel transactions for the Elementary School District.
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| This agenda item presents for Board approval the Administration's recommended personnel transactions for the Elementary School District, as shown on Exhibit A (Certificated) and Exhibit B (Classified). All changes to personnel since the previous board meeting including resignations, leaves of absence, retirements, reassignments, new hires, changes of contract, returns from leave, releases and short term assignments are included for Board approval. |
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| Approval of all hiring, terminations, transfers, and retirements of employees in the Elementary School District. |
Approval of all hiring, terminations, transfers, and retirements of employees in the Elementary School District. Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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Personnel Action ESD 2.26.2018
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| This agenda item presents for Board approval the Administration's recommended personnel transactions for the High School District.
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| This agenda item presents for Board approval the Administration's recommended personnel transactions for the High School district, as shown on Exhibit A (Certificated) and Exhibit B (Classified). All changes to personnel since the previous board meeting including resignations, leaves of absence, retirements, reassignments, new hires, changes of contract, returns from leave, releases and short term assignments are included for Board approval. |
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| Approval of all hiring, terminations, transfers, and retirements of employees in the High School District. |
Approval of all hiring, terminations, transfers, and retirements of employees in the High School District. Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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Personnel Action HSD 2.26.2018
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| This agenda item presents for Board approval the Administration's recommended personnel transactions for the Joint School District.
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| This agenda item presents for Board approval the Administration's recommended personnel transactions for the Joint School District, as shown on Exhibit A (Certificated) and Exhibit B (Classified). All changes to personnel since the previous board meeting including resignations, leaves of absence, retirements, reassignments, new hires, changes of contract, returns from leave, releases and short term assignments are included for Board approval. |
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| Approval of all hiring, terminations, transfers, and retirements of employees in the Joint School District. |
Approval of all hiring, terminations, transfers, and retirements of employees in the Joint School District. Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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Personnel Action JOINT 2.26.2018
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The Board will consider approval of the new job description for ASB Coordinator (Stipend)
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BACKGROUND: The ASB Coordinator is a multi-responsibility position at Davidson Middle School. First and foremost, the main aspect of the job is to oversee and run all aspects of the Associate Student Body government. Scheduling, organizing and running weekly meetings of the student run government and all class representatives.
CURRENT CONSIDERATION: Staff recommends that the Board approve his job description. |
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| This position is paid for by a stipend. The ASB Coordinator will be earning $35 an hour at 144 hours.
The total stipend is not to exceed $5,040.
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| Approval for the new job description for ASB Coordinator (Stipend) |
Approval for the new job description for ASB Coordinator (Stipend), as amended with the addition of physical requirements language. Passed with a motion by Linda M. Jackson and a second by Natu Tuatagaloa. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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| Trustee Jackson requested that physical requirements be added to the job description. Assistant Superintendent Baer noted she will include that language, and also reviewed that this job description has been negotiated with SRTA. |
ASB Coordinator JD
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The Board will consider approval of a new job description for Food Service Production Operations Manager (Classified)
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| BACKGROUND: Under the direction of the Director, Food & Nutrition Services, the Production Operations Manager plans, organizes, and manages the food production, staging, and delivery operation for the District, which prepares over 1,000 breakfasts, 2,500 lunches, and 500 supper program meals daily. In addition, the Production Operations Manager supervises the Central Kitchen and school site food service staff. This position is also responsible for site visits and reviews for all of the District’s schools, and acts as Salad Bar Coordinator for the District’s Salad Bar Program. CURRENT CONSIDERATION: Staff recommends approval of this new job description.
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| This position is recommended for placement at Range 1 on the Classified Management Salary Schedule, split between both the Elementary and High School Districts. |
Approval for the new job description for Food Service Production Operations Manager (Classified)
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Approval for the new job description for Food Service Production Operations Manager (Classified)
Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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FS Production Operations Manager JD
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| The Board will consider approval of Resolution #1718-14 to review and approve the Elementary District Certificated Seniority List.
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| BACKGROUND: This agenda item presents for Board approval Resolution #1718-14 - Reviewing and Approving the Elementary School District Certificated Seniority List. The Certificated Seniority List for the Elementary District is a “living document” which often requires multiple changes throughout the process as credentials are updated. To ensure accuracy, the Seniority List has been sent for review and approval to the Certificated Staff. The Elementary District Certificated Seniority List is attached.
CURRENT CONSIDERATION: Staff recommends approval of the seniority list. |
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| No financial impact is associated with this action |
| Approval of Resolution #1718-14 |
Approval of Resolution #1718-14 Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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17-18 Elementary Seniority List
Resolution 1718 14 ESD Seniority
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| The Board will consider approval of Resolution #1718-15 - review and approval of the High School District Certificated Seniority List.
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| BACKGROUND: This agenda item presents for Board approval Resolution #1718-15 - Reviewing and Approving the High School District Certificated Seniority List. The seniority list document was sent to each site to allow bargaining unit members time to review the preliminary draft. Human Resources has addressed questions, provided follow-up, and any corrections are reflected in the final seniority list presented and attached.
CURRENT CONSIDERATION: Staff recommends approval of the seniority list.
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| No financial impact is associated with this action |
| Approval of Resolution #1718-15 |
Approval of Resolution #1718-15 Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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17-18 SRFT Seniority List
Resolution 1718 15 HSD Seniority
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This item presents a Memorandum of Understanding between San Rafael City Schools, San Pedro and Bambini Yoga Project (BYP) for Mindfulness and Yoga Program for TK, kindergarten, fourth and fifth graders from January-June 2018, for review and recommended approval.
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Background: Bambini Yoga Project is a non-profit organization created to provide mindfulness and yoga programs to school children. Bambini Yoga Project seeks to help local schools bridge the gap that exists within our local school system regarding student enrichment programs. Social Emotional Learning models have been shown to improve student academic performance, increase positive decision making and behaviors, and instill confidence that moves well beyond the classroom. The integration of social emotional learning models will empower students to develop and build the skills necessary for a successful and productive future. Current Consideration: Bambini Yoga Project will facilitate weekly yoga and mindfulness classes at San Pedro Elementary School for TK, Kindergarten, 4th and 5th grade from the week of January 9th, 2018 to June 14th, 2018. The programs will involve mindfulness strategies and techniques, movement, music, games and interactive play. Exhibit A
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Cost of the Mindfulness and Yoga Program not to exceed $2,160. 01-0910-0-5840.00-1110-1000-095-120-000 |
Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between San Rafael City Schools, San Pedro and Bambini Yoga Project (BYP) for Mindfulness and Yoga Program for TK, kindergarten, fourth and fifth graders from January-June 2018.
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Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between San Rafael City Schools, San Pedro and Bambini Yoga Project (BYP) for Mindfulness and Yoga Program for TK, kindergarten, fourth and fifth graders from January-June 2018.
Passed with a motion by Maika Llorens Gulati and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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| Trustee Llorens Gulati noted that the mindfulness and yoga program is an excellent tool for students to handle stress. She expressed her interest in observing a class and would love to see it used districtwide. |
Exhibit A
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This item presents Resolution #1718-13 - Re-activation of Adult Education Program, for review and recommended Board approval.
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Background: The California Education Code (EC) sections 52501, 52502, 52503 and California Code of Regulations, Title 5 Section 10560 allows unified or high school districts to establish separate adult schools. San Rafael City Schools believes that education is a lifelong process and that it is important for individuals to continuously develop new skills. Eligible adults shall be offered opportunities to enroll in programs and courses that develop academic and workforce skills and, as appropriate, lead to completion of requirements for high school graduation.
San Rafael City Schools, High School District will provide Adult Education to provide lifelong educational opportunities and services to adult learners. These opportunities and services are to address the unique needs of individuals and communities by providing adults with the knowledge and skills necessary to participate effectively as citizens, workers, family members, and consumers of goods and services. Adult Education Block Grant funded programs must be non-credit offerings.
Current Consideration: San Rafael City Schools has the opportunity to re-activate an adult school to offer the following programs for adults 18 years of age and older: 1) English as a Second Language
2) Adult Basic Education / Adult Secondary Education
3) Short-term Career Technical Education
4) Adults with disabilities
5) Older adult work-force re-entry
6) Adults supporting child academic success
7) Pre-apprenticeship
8) Basic English
9) Basic Math Staff recommends the Board approves Resolution #1718-13 - Reactivation of Adult Education Program.
Exhibit A- Resolution #1718-13 |
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Funding for adult education will come from an allocation of state funds through the Adult Education Block Grant (AB 104).
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Approval of Resolution #1718-13 - Reactivation of Adult Education Program.
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Approval of Resolution #1718-13 - Reactivation of Adult Education Program.
Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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Exhibit A
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This item presents an out-of-state travel request for Carolyn Quinby, Terra Linda High School teacher to participate in the College Board's Advanced Placement(AP) Program & Educational Testing Services Annual AP Reading in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 11-14, 2018, for review and recommended Board approval.
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Background: Advanced Placement (AP) Readers evaluate and score AP students' free-responses, ensuring that high school students receive AP grades that accurately reflect college-level achievement in a specified discipline. Each year in June, high school teachers and college faculty from around the world gather across the United States to participate in locations onsite, as well as to score online from home. Participants in the AP Reading: - Receive training in consistent application of the scoring standards, and use those standards to score student responses
- Interact with members of the AP Development Committee responsible for revising the AP Course description and developing the exam, giving and receiving information about the current state of teaching and learning in the discipline
- Discuss achievement, assessment, and teaching strategies with college faculty and AP teachers
- Develop a network of professionals in their discipline that will last a lifetime
- Have the opportunity to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Current Consideration: Staff recommends the Board approves the out-of-state travel for Carolyn Quinby, Terra Linda High School teacher to participate in the College Board's Advanced Placement(AP) Program & Educational Testing Services Annual AP Reading in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 11-14, 2018. |
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Cost of travel, lodging, and meals are provided by Educational Testing Services. Substitute teacher cost is estimated to be $560 to be provided from site funds. 01-1100-0-1150.00-1110-1000-411-120-000
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Approval of out-of-state travel for Carolyn Quinby, Terra Linda High School teacher to participate in the College Board's Advanced Placement(AP) Program & Educational Testing Services Annual AP Reading in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 11-14, 2018.
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Approval of out-of-state travel for Carolyn Quinby, Terra Linda High School teacher to participate in the College Board's Advanced Placement(AP) Program & Educational Testing Services Annual AP Reading in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 11-14, 2018.
Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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This item presents an overnight field trip for two San Rafael High School students to participate in Southern California college visits on February 19-23, 2018, for Board review and recommended approval.
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Background: Board Policy 6153: Instruction: The Board of Education recognizes that school-sponsored trips are an important component of a student's development and supplement and enrich the classroom learning experience. School-sponsored trips may be conducted in connection with the district's course of study or school-related social, educational, cultural, athletic, school band activities, or other extracurricular or co-curricular activities. Requests for school-sponsored trips involving out-of-state, out-of-country, or overnight travel shall be submitted to the Superintendent or designee. The Superintendent or designee shall review the request and make a recommendation to the Board as to whether the request should be approved by the Board. All other school-sponsored trips shall be approved in advance first by the principal and then by the Deputy Superintendent or designee. No field trip shall be authorized if any student would be excluded from participation because of lack of sufficient funds. Current Consideration: This item presents for Board approval of overnight field trip for two San Rafael High School students to participate in Southern California college visits on February 19-23, 2018. The two students accompanied by SRHS math teacher Nichole Caiocca and SRHS Athletic Director Jose De La Rosa will travel by private car to Southern California to visit colleges. This trip will occur during Mid-winter break.
The objectives of this trip is to give students the opportunity to visit colleges they would ordinarily not be able to visit. Both students have the opportunity to play soccer at the college level. This trip will offer them the opportunity to explore college options. Many of the private colleges that will be visited offer necessary scholarship funds. Itinerary:
February 19th - CSU Stanislaus, Fresno Pacific
February 20th - CSU San Bernardino, Biola University, Azusa Pacific, TOCA Soccer Training
February 21st - Concordia University, CSU Dominguez Hills, CSU Los Angeles
February 22nd - Cal Poly Pomona, UC Irvine, CSU San Marcos
February 23rd - Travel day back to San Rafafel HS Students and chaperones will stay in family homes. Each student will have their own bed. The students will not be doing any swimming. No student will be excluded from participation because of lack of sufficient funds. |
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There is no financial impact to the district. |
Approval of overnight field trip for two San Rafael High School students to participate in Southern California college visits on February 19-23, 2018.
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Approval of overnight field trip for two San Rafael High School students to participate in Southern California college visits on February 19-23, 2018.
Passed with a motion by Linda M. Jackson and a second by Natu Tuatagaloa. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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Trustee Jackson shared her concern about this fieldtrip being brought after the fact, acknowledging that it may not have been after the fact if the Feb. 12 meeting had not been cancelled, but also noted that it is odd that only 2 students participated, there was no information about the students, and more students should have been included. Dr. Perez explained that the 2 students are juniors who are being actively recruited for soccer. This fieldtrip was a pilot to provide an opportunity for students who would not normally be able to participate in college visits. She also noted that this item was originally to be brought to the Board on Feb. 12. Trustee Jackson commented that as a pilot it is a good idea but cautioned about how pilots are rolled out to be careful about perception.
With his second motion, Trustee Tuatagaloa commented that these types of pilot programs are critical for all our students because of lack of access to college; for students who do not have resources, an athletic scholarship is great. He applauded staff for this pilot, but agreed that these opportunities need to be as inclusive as possible. Trustee Jackson recommended looking to community partners who may be able to fund these efforts. |
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This item presents an overnight field trip for San Rafael High School AVID 12 Class to attend Point Reyes camping trip on May 23-24, 2018, for Board review and recommended approval.
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BACKGROUND: Board Policy 6153: Instruction: The Board of Education recognizes that school-sponsored trips are an important component of a student's development and supplement and enrich the classroom learning experience. School-sponsored trips may be conducted in connection with the district's course of study or school-related social, educational, cultural, athletic, school band activities, or other extracurricular or co-curricular activities. Requests for school-sponsored trips involving out-of-state, out-of-country, or overnight travel shall be submitted to the Superintendent or designee. The Superintendent or designee shall review the request and make a recommendation to the Board as to whether the request should be approved by the Board. All other school-sponsored trips shall be approved in advance first by the principal and then by the Deputy Superintendent or designee. No field trip shall be authorized if any student would be excluded from participation because of lack of sufficient funds. CURRENT CONSIDERATION: This item presents anovernight field trip for San Rafael High School AVID 12 Class to attend Point Reyes camping trip on May 23-24, 2018. The objective of this trip is to celebrate student’s acceptance into university and to learn some skills of independence such as cooking and planning. It is also to appreciate the natural beauty of Point Reyes National Seashore to learn about the trees, plants, and animals native to the area. On May 23, 2018, San Rafael High School teachers, Rachel Kalish and Brent Arndt along with two other adult chaperones will be traveling by private cars with approximately 22 students to participate in an overnight field trip to Point Reyes, California. Accommodations will be at the Point Reyes Hostel. Each student will have their own bed. No swimming activities will be allowed.
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There is no financial impact to the district. Cost of overnight field trip estimated at $1,100 to be paid for from student fundraising. No student will be excluded due to lack of sufficient funds. |
Approval of overnight field trip for San Rafael High School AVID 12 Class to attend Point Reyes camping trip on May 23-24, 2018.
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Approval of overnight field trip for San Rafael High School AVID 12 Class to attend Point Reyes camping trip on May 23-24, 2018.
Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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This item presents to the Board and the public the opportunity to review the second reading of revisions to Administrative Regulation 5148.2 Before/After School Programs, for recommended Board approval.
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Background: Regulation was updated to reflect NEW LAW (AB 830) which deletes the requirement that a program operating under the 21st Century High School After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens Program (ASSETs) include preparation for the high school exit exam, as that exam has been eliminated. Exhibit A - Administrative Regulation 5148.2 Before/After School Programs |
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There is no financial impact to the district. |
Approval of revisions to Administrative Regulation 5148.2 Before/After School Programs. |
Approval of revisions to Administrative Regulation 5148.2 Before/After School Programs. Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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Exhibit A AR 5148.2 Before/After School Programs
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The Board is presented with an agreement with Blackboard Inc. to renew and continue Capital Facilities Program Web Site services, for recommended approval.
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BACKGROUND: SRCS continues our Strategic Communications Plan for our Capital Facilities Program to: - Inform stakeholders about the implementation, accomplishments and expenditures of Measures A & B.
- Engage stakeholders in the planning and design phases.
The District has enhanced the communications infrastructure with the new website related to our facilities work that was launched two years ago. The website is serving as a central hub of information and resources in a real-time format.
CURRENT CONSIDERATIONS: Staff is recommending approval of this renewal agreement to continue the services of Blackboard, Inc. Because it is a Blackboard product, it allows for further enhancements to our communications program in the future, with integrated options such as a mobile app available. |
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The total cost of the software is $2,435.79 and will be split between both Districts. SACS: 01-0000-0-4307.90-0000-8200-700-000-000
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Approval of the agreement. |
Approval of the agreement. Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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Blackboard Renewal Confirmation Notice
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This item presents the Board with a ballot to cast a vote for the candidate for 2018 CSBA Delegate Assembly Ballot for Marin County Subregion 3-D.
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BACKGROUND: The Election Ballot for California School Boards Association (CSBA) 2018-2020 Delegate Assembly must be postmarked by Thursday, March 15, 2018. The sole candidate for Subregion 3-D is: Barbara Owens (Tamalpais Union HSD). Her Biographical Sketch is attached.
The Board as a whole may cast one (1) vote for one vacancy. Delegates serve two-year terms beginning April 1, 2018 – March 31, 2020.
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Cast a ballot in support of Barbara Owens, Tamalpais Union HSD for the Subregion 3-D CSBA Delegate.
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Cast a ballot in support of Barbara Owens, Tamalpais Union HSD for the Subregion 3-D CSBA Delegate.
Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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Barbara Owens nomination
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The Board will consider upholding the staff recommendation regarding Student Case # SE-1.
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| This item was pulled from this agenda. |
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The Board will review the donations for approval
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Board Policy 3290 Section 1.1 states: “The Board of Education may accept on behalf of, and in the name of the District, such gifts, donations, bequests and devices as are offered. Such gifts, cash contributions, donations, bequests, and devices may be made subject to conditions or restrictions as the Board of Education may prescribe and/or accept.” (Education Code 41030-41032) The following donations were received for the San Rafael City Schools District, as follows: | Donor | Item/Purpose | Site | Amount/Value |
Mary Lou Brown Art Supplies TLHS $250 Jim and Gaylene Rosaschi Outdoor Ed. Scholarships San Pedro $1,000 Eileen Loustau Boys Clothing for Family Center San Pedro $350
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COST/FUNDING SOURCE: Total of general donation: $1,600.00
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Approval of donations
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Approval of donations
Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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This item presents to the Board and the public the opportunity to review the first reading of revisions to Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 4030 Nondiscrimination in Employment. The second reading and recommended board adoption will be brought to the next meeting.
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| Background: The Board policy and regulation are being updated based on recommended language from the California School Boards Association to reflect changes in state regulations (Register 2015, No. 50), as renumbered, which specify certain requirements to be included in district policy or regulation and extend protections against discrimination to unpaid interns and volunteers.
The policy also adds the requirement to post the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing publication on workplace discrimination and harassment, and reflects changes in the law (SB 1063, 2016) which prohibits the payment of different wage rates based on race or ethnicity and prohibits the use of prior salary history by itself to justify any disparity in compensation.
The regulation reflects provisions of new state regulations regarding training of supervisors and dissemination of the district's nondiscrimination policy to all employees.
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Assistant Superintendent Amy Baer noted that the revisions for this policy and regulation and those in the next two items reflect changes that are recommended by CSBA to comply with changes in the law.
A second reading with recommended approval to adopt the revisions for these revisions will be brought to the next meeting. There were no comments from the Board or public. |
4030 AR Nondiscrimination in Employment 2.26.2018
4030 BP Nondiscrimination in Employment 2.26.2018
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| This item presents to the Board and the public the opportunity to review the first reading of revisions to Administrative Regulation 4112.23 Special Education Staff. The second reading and recommended board adoption will be brought to the next meeting.
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| Background: This regulation is being updated to bring it in line with current law, with recommended language from the California School Boards Association (CSBA). Changes included reflect the repeal of 20 USC 6319 pursuant to the Every Student Succeeds Act (P.L. 114-95), as follows: Special education teachers who teach core academic subjects shall possess the qualifications required by the No Child Left Behind Act. (5 CCR 6100-6126; 20 USC 1401, 6319, 7801; 34 CFR 200.55-200.57, 300.18)) |
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4112 23 Special Education Staff 2.26.2018
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| This item presents to the Board and the public the opportunity to review the first reading of revisions to Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 4119.11/4219.11/4319.11 Sexual Harassment. The second reading and recommended board adoption will be brought to the next meeting.
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| Background: This policy and regulation are being updated with recommended language from the California School Boards Association (CSBA) to reflect new state regulations (Register 2015, No. 50), as renumbered, which extend protections against sexual harassment to unpaid interns and volunteers, require districts to instruct supervisors to report complaints, and revise requirements pertaining to the training of supervisory employees.
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4119 11 4219 11 4319 11 AR Sexual Harassment 2.26.2018
4119.11 4219.11 4319.11 BP Sexual Harassment 2.26.2018
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This item presents to the Board and the public the opportunity to review the first reading of revisions to Administrative Regulation 6173.1 Education for Foster Youth. The second reading and recommended board adoption will be brought to the next meeting.
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Background:
The regulation is being updated based on recommended language from the California School Boards Association (CSBA) to reflect the Every Student Succeeds Act, which amends the definition of a foster youth's "best interest" and requires districts and child welfare agencies to come to an agreement as to how transportation will be provided to enable foster youth to attend their school of origin. Exhibit A: Administrative Regulation 6173.1 Education for Foster Youth
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| Dr. Perez noted that she had received questions about this revision regarding transportation. She reviewed that transportation can be provided for these students; a county plan to look at this as a shared cost with different agencies is being looked at to address the needs of foster students. She also noted there has been a limited number of these requests. Trustee Jackson shared her desire to see the county work this out. Dr. Perez cited a couple of student instances where there may be an increased cost to the district for transportation, noting transportation needs are looked at as individual cases. |
Exhibit A
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The Board and public are provided an opportunity to review the first reading of revisions to Board Policy & Administrative Regulation 5113.1, Chronic Absence and Truancy. A second reading and recommended approval of the revised policy and regulation will be brought to a subsequent meeting.
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BACKGROUND:
The policy is being updated to: reflect the inclusion of a chronic absence indicator in the California School Dashboard effective in the fall of 2018; add examples of interventions for attendance problems; and delete section on "School Attendance Review Board" since that material is now covered in BP/AR 5113.12 - District School Attendance Review Board.
The regulation is being updated to delete references to 5 CCR 15497.5 (repealed), which formerly contained the LCAP template that is now available on the CDE web site, and to delete section on the appointment and general duties of attendance supervisors, now covered in AR 5113.11 - Attendance Supervision. CURRENT CONSIDERATION:
Policy and regulation revisions are based on recent changes in law and the recommendation of the California School Boards Association. |
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Director Mike Gardner noted that revisions being brought forward in this item as well as in Items 8, 9 and 10 are all based on recommended language by CSBA to comply with changes in law and Education Code.
The revisions to this policy and regulation are related to the Chronic Absence Indicator that is now included in the Dashboard. This is a first reading. |
5113.1 AR Chronic Absence & Truancy - 1st Reading
5113.1 BP Chronic Absence & Truancy - 1st Reading
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| The Board and public are provided an opportunity to review the first reading of revisions to Board Policy & Administrative Regulation 5116.1 Intradistrict Open Enrollment. A second reading and recommended approval of the revised policy and regulation will be brought to a subsequent meeting.
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| BACKGROUND: The policy and regulation are being updated to delete priority for intradistrict open enrollment for students transferring out of a school identified for program improvement (PI), as the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) (P.L. 114-95) eliminated requirements to offer such transfers. The policy also clarifies that Open Enrollment Act transfers for the 2016-17 school year are to be based on the CDE's 2015-16 list of open enrollment schools since the Academic Performance Index is currently suspended.
The regulation also reflects ESSA requirement that students who were previously granted intradistrict transfers out of a PI school must be allowed to remain in the school to which they transferred until the highest grade offered by the school.
The policy and regulation revisions are recommended to comply with recent legal changes based on guidance from the California School Boards Association. |
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5116.1 AR Intradistrict Open Enrollment 1st Reading
5116.1 BP Intradistrict Open Enrollment 1st Reading
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| The Board and public have the opportunity to review the first reading of revisions to Administrative Regulation 5113 Absences and Excuses. A second reading and recommended approval will be brought to a subsequent meeting.
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BACKGROUND: This policy update reflects the requirement for a Board resolution approving reasonable methods by which students can verify absences due to illness or quarantine. The policy also deletes the section on "Effect of Absence on Grades/Credits," as that material is covered in BP/AR 5121 - Grades/Evaluation of Student Achievement and BP 6154 - Homework/Makeup Work.
The regulation is being updated to reflect new law (AB 1593, 2016) which provides that a student's attendance at his/her own naturalization ceremony constitutes an excused absence. Regulation also includes parent notification requirement formerly in BP, and adds notifications that a student may be excused for religious exercises or instruction and that a student's grade will not be lowered following an excused absence provided that missed schoolwork is completed within a reasonable period of time. The policy and regulation revisions are recommended to comply with recent legal changes based on guidance from the California School Boards Association. |
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| This is a first reading; language changes related to the types of doctor notes that can be requested for illness. |
5113 AR Absences and Excuses 1st Reading
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| The Board and public are provided an opportunity to review the first reading of new Board Policy & Administrative Regulation 5113.12, District School Attendance Review Board. A second reading and recommended approval of the policy and regulation will be brought to a subsequent meeting.
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BACKGROUND: This new policy and regulation are for use by districts that have established their own local school attendance review board (SARB), and reflect the basic purposes, functions, and operations of the SARB. The policy and regulation are required based on recent changes in law and the recommendation of the California School Boards Association.
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| Mr. Gardner noted that the SARB references were removed from the absentee policy to make it a stand-alone new policy. |
5113.12 AR District SARB 1st Reading
5113.12 BP District SARB 1st Reading
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This item presents to the Board and the public the opportunity to review the first reading of revisions to Board Policy 7310 Naming of Facility. The second reading and recommended board adoption will be brought to the next meeting.
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Background:
This Board policy is being updated with CSBA recommended language to include a new section on "Naming Rights" which authorizes the Board to enter into a written agreement granting any person or entity the right to name any district building or facility. The section on "Memorials" was also expanded to include commemorative trees, monuments, or other district facilities.
Current Consideration:
This is a sample and suggested policy. The authority to establish naming rights procedures and protocols is at the discretion of the Board. Staff will take direction from the Board to gather additional information or revise the policy as per the Board's direction.
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There is no financial impact to the district. |
Superintendent Watenpaugh reviewed that the Board's exisiting policy is bring brought forward with updates from CSBA recommended language, but the Board has full discretion to decide what to include in this policy. It is being brought forward now because staff are aware this is a looming topic. Staff can investigate further to see what other districts are doing.
President Knell inquired about whether pieces of facilities could be named.
Trustee Kertz inquired about examples of forms that can be completed with questions to be considered such as open/end date, and what other districts do regarding financial brackets/guidelines for different facilities.
Trustee Tuatagaloa noted the Board has discretion on how to approve what is recommended by staff. He recommended staff put together an administrative regulation for Board review that will explain a process to use.
Trustee Llorens Gulati noted it is important to identify the goal of naming a facility: is it to bring in funding? or to acknowledge someone who has made a big contribution to the community?
Trustee Tuatagaloa commented that fundraising is different than being part of a site's history - having criteria on how much stadium tiles will be, for instance, and how those funds are used, making sure funds are earmarked for a certain purpose should be up to the school site. He shared his belief that if someone wants to fund part of the program, they should have the ability to name it. He noted the SRHS process used to honor individuals with the Wall of Honor recognition. An administrative regulation (AR) has to have criteria based on site representation.
Trustee Jackson noted the facilities that already have been named and that there has been interest expressed in keeping those as named. The AR is needed to parallel for criteria and process. She suggested looking at the City of San Rafael's naming policy and potentially the Marin Academy's. |
BP 7310 Naming of Facility 1st Reading
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The Board will consider moving the May 15, 2018 Regular Board Meeting to Monday, May 14, 2018.
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BACKGROUND:
The Board approved the 2017-2018 Regular Board Meeting Calendar dates on May 9, 2017. There was a previous conflict with May 14, 2018 that resulted in the first meeting in May to be scheduled on Tuesday, May 15, 2018. The Board recently learned that May 14 is no longer a conflict for Board members. The Board reserves the right to revise the regular Board meeting schedule to meet the needs of district business or the availability of board members.
CURRENT CONSIDERATION:
It is recommended that the Board change the date of the first Regular Board Meeting in May to Monday, May 14, 2018 from the previously scheduled date of May 15.
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Approval to revise the Regular Board Meeting Calendar for 2017-2018 to change the May 15, 2018 date to May 14, 2018.
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Approval to revise the Regular Board Meeting Calendar for 2017-2018 to change the May 15, 2018 date to May 14, 2018.
Passed with a motion by Natu Tuatagaloa and a second by Rachel Kertz. |
Yes Linda M. Jackson.
Yes Rachel Kertz.
Yes Greg Knell.
Yes Maika Llorens Gulati.
Yes Natu Tuatagaloa.
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Bylaws of the Board 9320 17.18 - REVISED
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President Knell reported on a first motion by Trustee Tuatagaloa and seconded by Trustee Jackson, the Board approved a resignation for a certificated employee in the High School District. The employee will be placed on a paid administrative leave through the end of April, by the following vote:
Greg Knell - YES
Rachel Kertz - YES
Linda M. Jackson - YES
Maika Llorens Gulati - YES
Natu Tuatagaloa - YES |
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Trustee Tuatagaloa requested an update on emergency preparedness and security.
Trustee Jackson requested an update on crossing guards, noting that the county superintendent brought up the topic for discussion at the last Efficiency and Effectiveness meeting. Dr. Watenpaugh noted that he and Mr. Marquand met recently with the crossing guard consultant. Based on the current matrix, some of the intersections will continue but some will not. The options at this time to cover those intersections are to take on trained volunteers or the district picks up the cost. Another meeting is to be scheduled. To Trustee Jackson suggestion to speak with other superintendents before looking at volunteers, Dr. Watenpaugh noted that superintendents have been discussing this topic for some time. Trustee Llorens Gulati also noted that the topic came up at the Safe Routes to Schools meeting; she noted the problem with using volunteers is they are not always dependable.
President Knell requested a resolution in support of an additional open lane during the westbound commute hours over the Richmond Bridge. A sample resolution is in the works. Trustee Kertz requested that data about how it impacts SRCS be included when this comes to the Board. |
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Rachel Kertz:
- She joined Dr. Watenpaugh at Coleman for staff longevity recognition; one school left to visit
- She attended the LCAP Stakeholder Taskforce meeting
- She attended the Canal Light Up the Night event on February 14
- She attended ESD and HSD Budget Advisory Committee meetings
- She attended the recent Capital Facilities team meeting
Natu Tuatagaloa:
- He attended the SRHS Media Showcase
- He attended an Athletic Boosters meeting
- He attended the recent Capital Facilities team meeting and a meeting regarding stadium tiles
Linda M. Jackson:
- She attended the WASC debrief at SRHS; it was short, positive and helpful
- She visited the K registration at Bahia Vista
- She attended the LCAP Stakeholder Taskforce meeting and sat with the Spanish speaking ESD group reviewing LCAP activities
- She attended the County Efficiency and Effectiveness Committee meeting on Feb. 14 where there was a presentation on anti-bullying efforts countywide, and discussion on housing
- She attended the recent JLAC meeting where there was discussion on advocacy for funding
- She joined the Canal Light Up the Night Walk on Feb. 14
- She co-facilitated the San Rafael Youth Advisory Committee meeting with youth from county high schools and one from COM to talk about sustainability
- On Saturday afternoon Feb. 24 she attended a Canal Alliance update on immigration held at Dominican University where information regarding SB54 requirements for posting for employers regarding 'know your rights' was provided
- She attended the Feb. 25 First 5 Forum on Common Sense Media for kids; a long list of issues these days
Maika Llorens Gulati:
- She also attended the SRHS Media Academy Showcase
- She attended the Marin Valentines Ball celebration to honor County Superintendent Mary Jane Burke's work with Schools Rule
- She attended the recent Safe Routes to Schools meeting where there was discussion about safety around SRHS, options for a pathway from 4th Street to school, and crossing guards
- She attended the Marin First 5 Commission meeting
- She offered congratulations to the cheerleading teams at SRHS and TLHS for their recognition at the Nationals
- Her student returned from a recent trip to Ecuador with the GSE
Greg Knell:
- He joined Trustee Jackson in attendance at the presentation at Dominican University where there was an update on SB54
- He joined CalFresh and HEAL meetings
- The RX Safe Steering Committee discussed alternative pain management
- He attended the SR Chamber Education Committee
- He attended the recent JLAC committee meeting
- He attended a TAM Board meeting where there was discussion about the west bound lane on the Richmond Bridge
- He attended a Community Forum on social media where the stresses and pressures on kids today was discussed; SP staff will be holding a meeting with monolingual parents to educate them about what their kids may be watching on YouTube and other social media |
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Dr. Watenpaugh reported:
- He attended the Annual SR Chamber Leadership class meeting. Every year he mentions to this group the lack of internet access for families in the Canal. This year he was contacted by a Leadership class member who says there may be interest from multiple group members to take this on as their project
- He was contacted by a Marin Municipal Water District representative regarding funds that could potentially be available for the TL field. Staff will be following up with him to get more detail
- He presented longevity recognition pins to staff at Coleman
- He participated in the Canal Light Up the Night Walk and had an opportunity to talk with Canal Alliance Executive Director Omar Carrera about partnerships
- He attended the WASC exit report briefing for SRHS
- He attended the School to Career partnership board meeting
- He attended a Curriculum and Instruction Leadership Symposium with Dr. Perez, Mr. Kerr and Ms. Kloos. Deep learning was a topic, presented by Ryan Smith from EdTrust West. He was able to speak with Mr. Smith regarding the potential to get EdTrust West's help with equity work in the district.
- He and staff met with SRFT in a meet and confer session today |
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| There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:40 PM. |
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| Present | Linda M. Jackson |
| Present | Rachel Kertz |
| Present | Greg Knell |
| Present | Maika Llorens Gulati |
| Present | Natu Tuatagaloa |
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