No action or discussion is permitted on any item not included on the posted agenda per GC§54954.2 (a). No action may be taken and no discussion held on items raised by the public except as provided in GC§54954. 2 (b).

The public has the opportunity to address the Board on any item appearing on the agenda or not on the agenda. Persons wishing to address the Board are asked to fill out a Public Comment Form located at the sign-in area, and submit the completed form to the administrative assistant prior to start of meeting.

Those who have a group concern are encouraged to select a spokesperson to address the Board. A copy of the full agenda is available for view at the Reception Desk area of the district office at 11321 Bullis Rd., Lynwood, California, 90262. Also, at the district web site: www.lynwood.k12.ca.us

California Government Code 4217.12. (a) allows a public agency to enter into an energy conservation service contract and any necessarily related facility improvement on terms that its governing body determines are in the best interests of the public agency provided a public hearing is held at a regularly scheduled public hearing prior to the approval of the service contract.

The public hearing will be held as part of the August 23, 2018 regular meeting of the Board of Education.

California Education Code Section 33050 (the “Waiver Law”) authorizes the governing board of school district to request the State Board of Education (the “SBE”) to waive all or part of any statutory requirements of the Education Code. The District is required by the Waiver Law to hold a public hearing prior to the adoption of the resolution.

The public hearing will be held as part of the August 23, 2018 regular meeting of the Board of Education.

• Motion to Open Public Hearing by _______________Second by _________________
  
  
• Public Comments and Communications
  
  
• Motion to Close Public Hearing by _______________Second by _________________

The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Education designate its voting representative to the Los Angeles County School Trustees Association (LACSTA) for 2018-2019.

Motion:            _________________________

Seconded by:  _________________________

Votes:               _________________________ 

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft:  N/A  

Name of Funding Source and/or Location:  N/A

Funding Account Number:  N/A

Amount:  N/A

The administration requests approval for Special Education staff to attend the Interpreters and Translators Conference: Connecting Cultures through Effective Interpretation and Translation, hosted by the Orange County Department of Education in Costa Mesa, CA on September 28, 2018.

By attending this conference, interpreters/translators will learn how to create or enhance an interpretation unit at their sites. They will also receive powerful tools and best practices for IEP meetings, lessons on cultural diversity, technology and presentation skills.

Participants:
Lavyddya Anderson, Coordinator
Celia Lopez, Interpreter/Translator
Rebecca Quinones, Interpreter/Translator

Cost includes registration fees and travel expenses. Meals are included in the registration fee.

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Requisition # from Peoplesoft: 74119-0028

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Special Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0.33100.50010.21000.5220.7410000

Amount: $525.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to pay membership fees to participate in the Project Lead the Way, Inc., program for the 2018-19 school year.

Participating School Sites:
Lynwood High School
Marco A. Firebaugh High School
Cesar Chavez Middle School
Hosler Middle School
Lynwood Middle School

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 73919-0007

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: CTEIG - Secondary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-63870.0-38000-10000-5880-7390000

Amount: $9,750.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to renew agreement with B.R.I.D.G.E Theatre Project to continue providing an after-school theatre program for elementary, middle school, and Firebaugh High School students from August 2018 to June 2019.

The B.R.I.D.G.E Theatre Project's mission is to educate, inspire, and connect young people around the globe through intensive theatre education programs that encourage self-expression, foster self-confidence, promote cultural tolerance, expand world views and perspectives, and explore solutions to community problems through the creation and exchange of original plays and theatrical productions.

Each after-school theatre program will have nineteen (19) sessions over the course of 7-10 weeks and will be conducted by two professional teaching artists, with additional support from B.R.I.D.G.E administrative staff, production crew, parent volunteers, and high school mentors.

In addition, a B.R.I.D.G.E professional teaching artist will provide a weekly master class to students enrolled in drama courses at Firebaugh High School (FHS) during the 2018-19 school year. These master classes will serve as a way to enrich the professional quality of dramatic works of FHS productions and engage students who may have participated in B.R.I.D.G.E at the elementary and middle school level.

Renewal Contract/Item   [X]           New Contract/Item   [  ]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 73918-0013

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Secondary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-11100-10000-5810-7390000

Amount: $34,000.00 monthly

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to renew agreement with VMA Communications to provide District-wide communication services from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019.

VMA Communications is a policy-based communications firm focused on developing increased stakeholder involvement and media exposure by providing high-quality, creative communications.

The services provided by VMA Communications include the following:   

• Press Release Program
• Social Media Postings
• Newsletter Development
• Website
• Event Coordination
• Community Outreach
• High School Marketing Program
• Superintendent Updates
• Brochures/Publications

Renewal Contract/Item   [X]           New Contract/Item   [  ]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 76919-0015

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Unrestricted Funds

Funding Account Number: 01.0-00000.0-00000-21000-5850-7690000

Amount: $9,000.00 per month, plus expenses not to exceed $45,000

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to renew agreement with Hanover Research to provide research services to Lynwood Unified School District (LUSD) for the 2018-19 school year.

Hanover Research will provide LUSD staff assistance in research and insights into areas as diverse as curriculum and instruction, LCAP accountability, federal programs, finance, human resources, student services, and facilities/operations.

Research services may include, but are not limited to:

• Custom research reports
• Survey design
• Administration and analysis
• Secondary research
• Data analysis
• Benchmarking (product/service comparison, key performance and efficiency metrics)

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 74919-0004

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP

Funding Account Number: 01.01900.0-00000-21000-5850-7490000

Amount: $43,260.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to renew agreement with artworxLA to provide workshops and opportunities for students at Vista High School to participate in advanced levels of an art program during the 2018-19 school year.

artworxLA will provide art workshops for a total of 33 weeks of consecutive programming. Students' art work will be included in public presentations and students will have the opportunity to participate in advanced levels of the art program that may lead to higher education and career opportunities.

Cultural partners with artworxLA are The Autry Museum of the American West, USC's School of Architecture, and The Natural History Museum. Students who have successfully completed the advanced level, are eligible for scholarships for high school programs at Otis College of Art and Design, Art Center, and UCLA.

Renewal Contract/Item   [X]           New Contract/Item   [  ]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 73919-0009

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Secondary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-11100-10000-5810-7390000

Amount: $15,000.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to attend the Strategic Planning Facilitator Training Program in Phoenix, AZ on September 23-27, 2018. 

Staff attending conference are leading efforts to reconvene the District's strategic planning team in order to revise and update the plan.

The training will focus on:

- creative facilitation techniques
- sound theory and practice regarding "holistic" strategy
- discipline and processes of thinking
- planning and action
- learning about the attributes of authentic leaders
- distinguishing cause from condition, dimensions and dynamics of Whole-Context Organization
- effective ways to engender community support

This training is critical to supporting the District's Strategic Plan development. The training is not offered in California.

Participants:
Flavio Gallarzo, Director of Elementary Education 
Tony Hua, Director of Secondary Education 
Carlos Zaragoza, Director of Human Resources

Cost includes registration, airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, and travel expenses.

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 73919-0037

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Secondary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-00000-21400-5220-7390000

Amount: $3,200.00 per person

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to renew agreement with Conga Kids to provide a dance program for fifth grade students at all elementary schools from August 2018 to June 2019.

Conga Kids provides dance instruction to students as a way to break down social barriers and promote teamwork, collaboration, and respect for others. For the 2018-19 school year, Conga Kids will provide a 50-minute lesson once a week for 18 weeks that adheres to the CA dance standards for fifth grade students.

In the final week of lessons, the students will have a school-based performance in which they will showcase their knowledge of merengue, swing, tango, foxtrot, and salsa dances. In addition, a team from each elementary school will compete at the 5^th Annual Lynwood Arts Festival and District Showcase in April 2019.

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 73819-0004

Name of Funding source and/or Location: LCAP - Elementary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-11100-10000-5810-7380000

Amount: $10,391 per school

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to purchase online course access and credit recovery slots as part of an existing agreement with APEX Learning for the 2018-19 school year.

APEX Learning is an educational provider that provides Lynwood Unified School District (LUSD) with access to online UC approved A-G courses that support Common Core original credit and online credit recovery. LUSD will subscribe to 525 seats for one year of service. These seats will allow students from Special Education, Adult Ed, and secondary schools to access online credit recovery and improve course completion, along with tutorials that will support online education and teacher instruction.

APEX Learning will conduct professional development for teachers to facilitate the use of the program. Staff will learn implementation strategies, program planning, curriculum alignment facilitation and functionality.

Cost includes seats for the online comprehensive courses, tutorials, and professional development.

Renewal Contract/Item   [X]           New Contract/Item   [  ]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 73919-0057

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Secondary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-11100-10000-5840-7390000

Amount: $71,450.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval of student field trip locations, including local colleges, universities and educational museums for the 2018-19 school year. 

The attendance of student field trips will be contingent upon funds available to cover costs for admission, transportation and parking. Requests for trips not on the list will be considered on an individual basis. 

Admission fees to places selected by school sites and transportation costs are funded through fundraisers, PTA, categorical, LCAP and lottery funds.

List of field trip locations is attached.

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Fundraisers, PTA, LCAP, Categorical and Lottery Funds

Funding Account Number: Various funding sources

Amount: Admission fees varie by location

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to enter into an agreement with Veronica Williams, an Independent Educational Evaluator, to provide services for a student with special needs for the 2018-19 school year.

The evaluator will provide compensatory/academic instruction for a student with special needs per OAH Case No. LL20180628 settlement agreement.

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Requisition # PeopleSoft: 74119-0080

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Special Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-65000.0-57700-11900-5810-7410000

Amount: $9,900.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to enter into an agreement with independent educational evaluators, to conduct psycho-ed and neuro-psy evaluations for students with special needs for the 2018-19 school year.

The following evaluators will provide psycho-diagnostic assessments, functional behavioral assessments, and clinical evaluations to assess level of cognitive and adaptive functioning and diagnostic presentation to determine eligibility. Evaluators will also perform psychiatric evaluations and assessments to determine psychological issues and treatment plans.

Independent Educational Evaluators:
Karen B. Conway, Ph.D., BCBA-D - $5,500 (one student)
Walter Brown, Ph.D. - $3,000 (one student)

Cost includes evaluation and assessment services.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract   [X]

Requisition # PeopleSoft: 74119-0037
                                         74119-0038

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Special Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-65000.0-57700-11900-5810-7410000

Amount: $5,500.00
              $3,000.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to enter into an agreement with WestEd to pilot the Expository Reading and Writing Curriculum (ERWC) program for 11th grade students at Firebaugh High School for the 2018-19 to 2020-21 school years.

WestEd is a nonpartisan, nonprofit research, development, and service agency that works with education organizations and other agencies and communities throughout the United States and abroad to promote excellence, equity and improve learning. WestEd is servicing as the independent evaluator of the ERWC curriculum, which is funded by the U.S. Department of Education's Investing in Innovation (i3) Validation Grant.

WestEd will assess the effectiveness of the ERWC in improving 11^th and 12^th graders' reading and writing skills. The assessment will also determine whether ERWC students in the 11^th grade have a positive impact as measured through the Smarter Balanced ELA/Literacy Summative Assessment and whether achievement for 11^th and 12^th graders enrolled in ERWC courses have a positive effect on ELA/Literary academic achievement. 

Below is a breakdown over the three years:

- 2018-19 - 11^th grade ERWC curriculum pilot (optional for 12th grade)
- 2019-20 - 11^th grade ERWC evaluation and pilot of 12^th grade
- 2020-21 - 12^th grade ERWC evaluation

The research will continue for students who matriculate to the University of California, California State University, California Community College, or public college or university in the state of Washington during the 2021-22 school year. WestEd will work with these post-secondary segments to evaluate the impact of students having taken the ERWC on their college coursework.

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Secondary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-0000.0-00000-7390000

Amount: Revenue to the District - $25,000.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to renew agreement with Speechcom, Inc., to provide a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA), and an Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019.

The SLP and OTR will provide mandated therapy services for students with special needs, per their Individualized Education Program (IEP) and support compliance with speech therapy and occupational therapy assessment timelines. The SLPA will provide direct services delivery as indicated in the IEP and support continuity and compliance of the IEP.

The caseloads for the therapists include:

- Direct services delivery
- Consultations
- Attendance to IEP meetings
- Case management
- Assessment and screening referrals

This agreement is to ensure that the District remains in compliance with speech therapy and occupational therapy services and timelines. The agreement may be terminated with a 30-day notice.

Cost for services is as follows:
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - $81/hour
Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) - $81/hour
Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) - $54/hour

Renewal Contract/Item   [X]           New Contract/Item   [  ]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 74119-0004

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Special Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-65000.0-57700-11900-5810-7410000

Amount: Not to exceed $81/hour for SLP & OTR and $54.00/hour for SLPA

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) for the 2018-19 school year. 

The purpose of the MOU is to provide students the opportunity to attend college classes on high school campuses and to increase college access and success for socio-economically disadvantaged, first-generation college students.

The program consists of college-level mathematics courses for college credit to eligible students, provision of professional development in the instruction of mathematics to selected teachers and annual evaluation of the effectiveness of this program.

Goals of this partnership are to:
- Increase the number of students who enter CSUDH by 30%
- Reduce the percentage of students entering CSUDH who require Early Start by 30%
- Increase the number of students who graduate with university credit in mathematics and statistics by 20%

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 73919-0032

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Secondary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-11100-10000-5810-7390000

Amount: $47,714.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to pay the Accrediting Commission for Schools (ACS), Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation fees for secondary and adult schools for the 2018-19 school year.

It is ACS WASC's consistent purpose to professionally support schools in creating a clear vision and ensure that efficient and relevant systems are in place to provide for the fulfillment of expectations for every child. The accreditation process is a vehicle that enables schools to improve student learning and school performance based on a self-analysis of strengths and limitations.

Schools must meet rigorous, research-based standards that reflect the essential elements of a quality and effective school and be able to demonstrate engagement in as well as capacity to provide continuous school improvement. In addition, staff, student, and community collaboration are improved through this process.

Participating School Sites:
Firebaugh High School
Lynwood High School
Vista High School
Lynwood Community Adult School

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 73919-0053

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Secondary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-00000-21000-5880-7390000

Amount: $4,080.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to enter into an agreement with the National Student Clearinghouse for the 2018-19 school year. 

The National Student Clearinghouse is a non-profit and non-governmental organization and the leading provider of educational reporting, data exchange, verification, and research services. Their work provides numerous time and cost-saving benefits to students, schools, administrators, and requestors that enable informed decision making.

The Clearinghouse program will provide a nation-wide, central repository of information on student enrollment, degrees, diplomas, certificates and other educational achievements on current and former students in postsecondary institutions. Additionally, will transmit a list of graduates dating back up to eight (8) years and a list of new graduates each year after conferral of diplomas.

Participating School Sites:
Firebaugh High School
Lynwood High School
Vista High School

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 73919-0054

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Secondary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-11100-10000-5810-7390000

Amount: $1,275.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to attend the California Association of Directors of Activities (CADA) Area E Student Conference for middle and high school students in Pasadena, CA on October 15, 2018.

The mission of CADA is to provide a network that facilitates the development of ethical and responsible student leaders. CADA's initiative is to inspire, equip and empower students to be effective future leaders. Participants will have opportunities to learn more about creating a positive, comfortable school culture where all students are empowered to raise their voices and participate.

Leadership students will attend breakout sessions where they will learn different ways to become effective leaders on their campus.

Participants:

Chavez Middle School - Adolph Lopez, Advisor and 10 students (TBD)
Hosler Middle School - Kristin Bode, Advisor and 8 students (TBD)
Lynwood Middle School - Bridgette Polk, Advisor and 10 students (TBD)
Firebaugh High School - Benjamin Martinez, Yvette Reynoso, Advisors and 35 students (TBD) 
Lynwood High School - Advisor (TBD) and 10 students (TBD)  
Vista High School - Richard Medrano, Advisor and 10 students (TBD)

Cost includes registration fees for ten (10) students and one (1) advisor per site and meals for advisors. Firebaugh HS ASB funds will cover 25 students and one advisor.

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 73919-0014

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Secondary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-11100-10000-5220-7390000

Amount: $2,920.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to participate in the 2018 National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) conference in Salt Lake City, UT on September 26-29, 2018.

NACAC is an organization supporting professionals who are dedicated to serving students as they make choices about pursuing post-secondary education. The annual conference is geared towards anyone in the counseling and/or admission community- keeping them up-to-date on admissions and trends in post-secondary education. The conference brings together these professionals to exchange ideas, to learn directly from private and public college admissions officers, and stay updated about the latest information to support students pursuing and persisting in college. 

Counselors and District staff participating in this conference will gain important knowledge and information about college-going processes, how to support the students as they apply, and how to help pair students with colleges at the national level based on their interests, needs, and other factors. Staff will share the information through professional developments and ensure that the information disseminated to students is uniform across the District. The conference is not offered in California.

Participants:

Firebaugh HS
Ramon Enriquez 

Lynwood HS
Brenda Villaverde

Vista HS
Erik Ramos

District Office
Kristiana Camateros 

Cost includes registration fees, hotel accommodations, travel expenses and meals.

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 73919-0055

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Secondary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-00000-21400-5220-7390000

Amount: $9,800.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to renew agreement with California Youth Martial Arts Academy (CYMAA) to provide martial arts training to Vista High, Pathway and middle school students for the 2018-19 school year.

California Youth Martial Arts Academy (CYMAA) is committed to providing community outreach to boys and girls of all ages by placing special emphasis on keeping youth on a positive path in life through the martial arts philosophies of self-confidence, motivation, discipline and restraint.

Students at Vista HS, Pathway and all three middle schools will have an opportunity to enroll in this after school enrichment program. Principles of physical fitness and health are taught to all students. CYMAA will provide recreational activities through martial arts.

Renewal Contract/Item   [X]           New Contract/Item   [  ]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 75619-0013

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Equity Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-11100-10000-5810-7560000

Amount: $36,000.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to participate in the Advanced Via Individual Determination (AVID) Coordinator Training sponsored by the Los Angeles County Office of Education Office (LACOE) on September 25, 2018 and January 31, 2019. 

LACOE presents workshops designed to support AVID Coordinators with timely topics for the first and second semester of the school year. Participants will understand roles and responsibilities, receive resources including a guide for programmatic responsibilities, receive support on program components including: recruitment, data analysis, tutor training, certification and use of AVID curriculum. The use and training around the new Certification and Coaching Instrument (CCI) will be embedded into all coordinator trainings.

Participants:  

Lynwood HS
Tenishua Ortega, Assistant Principal
Erika Ontiveros, Counselor

Hosler MS
Susana Gonzalez, AVID Coordinator
Ambar Bojorquez, AVID Teacher
Sean Holland, AVID Teacher

Chavez MS
Vennieta Grant, AVID Coordinator
Ingrid Ball, AVID Teacher

Lynwood MS
Angela Lo, AVID Teacher

Cost includes registration fees, meals, and travel expenses.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 43119-0101
                                                  32219-0018
                                                  32119-0009

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Unrestricted Funds - Lynwood HS
                                                                    Title I - Hosler MS
                                                                    LCAP - Chavez MS
                                                                    Unrestricted Funds - Lynwood MS

Funding Account Number: 01.0-00000.0-00000-27000-5220-4310000
                                           01.0-30100.0-00000-21400-5220-3220000
                                           01.0-01900.0-00000-21400-5220-3230000
                                           01.0-00000.0-00000-21400-5220-3210000

Amount: $1,020.00
               $1,530.00
               $1,020.00
                  $550.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests ratification of participation in the online training, "Teaching the Sustainable Development Goals" sponsored by the Teachers College, Columbia University between May 18, 2018 and June 8, 2018.

Teachers from Helen Keller Elementary School participated in an online professional development training using the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, 2015-2030. The goals are a real-world connection to prepare young people for living in a globally interconnected world. The training provided participants with meaningful curriculum connections found in the goals, including policy and civic dimensions for social studies, educational access with respect to teaching language and literacy, climate change and species extinction for science educators, and statistical measurements for mathematics teaching.

Participants:

Luz Castillo Ciria Perez

Leomia Delaney Amaris Ransom

Anita Dhunna Armando Torres

Veronica Moreno

Cost includes the online registration fees.

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Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 11318-0058

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Unrestricted Funds - Helen Keller ES

Funding Account Number: 01.0-0000.0-00000-21400-5220-1130000

Amount: $1,578.75

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the University of La Verne for the 2018-19 school year. 

The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university dedicated to the belief that a quality, values-based education enriches the human condition by engendering community engagement, scholarly accomplishment, and professionalism.

La Verne and LUSD believe that the relationship between them will enable each to enhance and expand their service to Lynwood students through the creation and support of a college preparation program and increase the number of students qualifying for admission into La Verne.

La Verne will provide on-going admission and enrollment training for teachers, counselors and parents, assist and support District graduates at La Verne, and facilitate financial aid and scholarship workshops. In addition, students that are admitted will receive a scholarship with a minimum of $10,000 per year.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: N/A

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: No Cost to the District

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval of the amended bylaws of the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) ratified by the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) on May 10, 2018.

DELAC, comprised of ELAC representatives from all District sites, voted to delegate the task of revising existing bylaws to a subcommittee at their March 8, 2018. Subsequently, the committee met two times and presented their recommendations to DELAC on May 10, 2018. DELAC voted to ratify the amended bylaws at this meeting.

Documents in support of the process can be viewed in the Instructional Services Department. Amended bylaws are submitted as an attachment to this board item.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: N/A

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: N/A

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval of the amended bylaws of the Compensatory Education School Advisory Council (SAC) ratified by the Compensatory Education District Advisory Council (DAC) at their May 24, 2018 meeting.

DAC, comprised of SAC representatives from all District sites, voted to delegate the task of revising existing bylaws at their April 12, 2018 meeting. Subsequently, the subcommittee met two times and presented their recommendations to the council on May 24, 2018. The council voted to ratify the amended bylaws at this meeting.

Documents in support of the process can be viewed in the Instructional Services Department. Amended bylaws are submitted as an attachment to this board item.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: N/A

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: N/A

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval for secondary school students to participate in the 40th Annual Los Angeles County Constitutional Rights Foundation (CRF) Mock Trial competition for 2018-19. 

The Mock Trial is designed to clarify the workings of our legal institutions for young people. Student teams study a hypothetical case, conduct legal research, and receive courtroom procedure and preparation guidance from volunteer attorneys. Students acquire a working knowledge of our judicial system as they participate as counsels, witnesses, court clerks, and bailiffs.

The cost includes registrations fees.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 73919-0062

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Secondary Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-11100-10000-5880-7390000

Amount: $2,250.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to renew agreement with California Youth Karate to provide afterschool karate lessons for all students participating in the Lynwood Enrichment Afterschool Program (LEAP) for the 2018-19 school year.  

Founded in 1994, CA Youth Karate is committed to providing a means to stay on a positive path in life by stressing the Martial Arts Philosophies and Virtues as self-confidence, motivation, discipline, and restraint. Karate teaches discipline, coordination, and promotes physical fitness and self-esteem. CA Youth Karate will provide weekly lessons.

The cost is $200 per class, once a week at each LEAP site, not to exceed $38,000.00.

Renewal Contract/Item   [X]           New Contract/Item   [  ]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 75619-0012

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Equity Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-11100-10000-5810-7560000

Amount: $38,000.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to renew agreements with non-public schools listed below to provide services for students with specific academic and behavioral needs from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019 as required per their IEP.

The rates are based on individual services provided to each student based on their special education eligibility as indicated in student's Individual Education Plan (IEP). Additionally, the Total Cost may vary per student based on their needs and the length of time they are enrolled in an NPS. 

Renewal Contract   [X]           New Contract/Item   [  ]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 74119-0005
                                                  74119-0006
                                                  74119-0007
                                                  74119-0008
                                                  74119-0009 
                                                  74119-0011
                                                  74119-0012
                                                  74119-0013

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Special Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-65000.0-57700-11900-5810-7410000

Amount: Not to exceed the total cost listed for each NPS

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to renew an agreement with Think Together to provide leadership development and support the Lynwood Enrichment Afterschool Program (LEAP) for the 2018-19 school year in order to meet the After School Education and Safety (ASES) grant requirements 

Think Together, a non-profit organization, will provide high quality programs consistent with the guidelines established by the California Department of Education (CDE) and the District. The organization will supply staff, materials, management and supervision. Think Together will work collaboratively with the District and school site administration on governance, operational management, professional development, and evaluation.

Think Together will provide afterschool programs with a complete staff of program assistants and site supervisors at the following sites:

Elementary Schools Middle Schools
Abbott Cesar Chavez
Helen Keller Hosler
Lincoln Lynwood
Thurgood Marshall
Rosa Parks 
Washington*
Will Rogers 
Wilson 

The number of staff members assigned will depend on the number of students enrolled as prescribed by the ratio requirements of the grant: 20 to 1.

Think Together will provide services at a rate of 95% of the grant funding provided per student, per school site.

Additionally, the Equity Services Department will be working with Think Together to provide a parallel program at Mark Twain and Lugo Elementary School servicing 40 students at each site, based on 21st Century Grant supplemental funding. 

*Washington Elementary is included on a provisional basis. The District reserves the right to rescind this site upon 30-day written notice.

Renewal Contract/Item   [X]           New Contract/Item   [  ]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 75619-0002
                                                  75619-0016

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: ASES - Equity Department
                                                                    21st Century Grant - Equity Department
                                                                    Title II - Instructional Services

Funding Account Number: 01.0-60100.0-11100-10000-5810-7430000
                                           01.0-01900.0-11100-10000-5810-7560000
                                           01.0-40350.0-00000-21400-5850-7350000

Amount: 95% of State grant funds per site
              $140,000.00 - Lugo and Mark Twain Schools
              $50,000.00 - Title II/Professional Development

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to enter into an agreement with Key2Ed to provide professional development workshops between August 2018 and March 2019.

Key2Ed will provide training on techniques and strategies to aid effective IEP meeting facilitation. Participants will learn to utilize skills to make IEP meetings run smoothly, effectively, and collaboratively. Participants will also learn multiple preventions, interventions, and solutions for conflict.

Key2Ed is an educational consulting company, specializing in the design and delivery of special education IEP meeting facilitation workshops and programs.

Targeted participants for Key2Ed workshops include:

• Special Education administrators, school site
• Special Education teachers
• General Education teachers
• IEP coordinators
• School support staff such as school psychologists and speech specialists
• Parents and other stakeholders
• Students

Approximately thirty (30) participants will attend the workshops.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]

Requisition # in PeopleSoft: 74119-00100

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Special Education Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-65000.0-57700-11900-5810-7410000

Amount: $38,000.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The following is Certificated Personnel Report No. 18-19-02; which details personnel employment actions before the Board, such as, but not limited to: hiring, changes of status, separations, leaves for approval and or ratification, extra-duty and honorariums.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various Funding Sources

Funding Account Number: Various Funding Sources

Amount: Varies

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Administration requests approval to adopt an amended Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators for the 2018-2019 school year. 

The Declaration of Need is brought to the Board of Education for approval each year. The current areas of anticipated need are:

1. English Learner Authorization/CLAD for certificated personnel who currently hold a credential
2. Autism Authorization - Mild/Moderate Limited Teaching Permit

A Declaration of Need was adopted on June 7, 2018. An amended Declaration of Need is brought forward for adoption with changes recommended by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Exhibit A - Original agenda item for reference.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: N/A

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: N/A

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The following is the "Personnel Report 18/19-02", which details personnel employment actions before the Board, such as, but not limited to: hiring, changes-of-status, limited-term employment, extra-duty, resignation, retirement, and leaves for approval and/or ratification.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various Funding Sources

Funding Account Number: Various Funding Sources

Amount: Varies

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Approval is requested for employees to work during the 2018 summer session effective June 18, 2018 to July 21, 2018 or sooner. 

Staffing will be assigned to provide support for K-8 Summer Bridge Academy, Extended Special Education and Summer Program.

Child Care Assistants will provide support from June 18, 2018 to August 13, 2018.

 Bus Drivers will provide support from July 15, 2018 to August 9, 2018.

 List of names attached.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various Funding Sources

Funding Account Number: Various Funding Sources

Amount: Various

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests approval for substitutes (Limited-Term/On Call/Additional Hours as Needed) to work during the 2018-19 school year from July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019 

Rate of Pay: Normal hourly rate per currently assigned classification, range and step.

List of names attached.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various Funding Sources

Funding Account Number: Various Funding Sources

Amount: Varies

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests approval for employees to work during the 2018 summer break effective July 2, 2018 to August 8, 2018 or sooner. 

Staffing will be assigned to provide support for the opening of the 2018-19 school year.

List of names attached.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various Funding Sources

Funding Account Number: Various Funding Sources

Amount: Varies

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff request approval for payment of (CSEA/Confidential) classified employees to receive the Bilingual Stipend for the 2017-2018 fiscal year totaling at $91,530.00. This payment is contractually obligated (CSEA Contract, Article VIII, Section 8.4) for services rendered for employees within the CSEA union. 

Approval is recommended as a result of work services having been verifiably rendered. The reason that this item comes before the Board on August 23, 2018 for services provided in 2017-2018, results from the fact that services must be verified prior to payment being issued. As some employees potentially receiving the stipend are 12-month employees, the District must wait until the close of the fiscal year to properly verify services.

The verification process is extensive:
(1) managers must submit a signed form certifying via signature that specific employees have been participating in work-related translating during the previous fiscal year and (2) employees must have passed a bilingual/bi-literate exam provided by a statewide testing consortium and locally content validated by subject matter experts, as per EEOC Testing Uniform Guidelines, in order to meet District fluency standards.

List of names attached.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various Funding Sources

Funding Account Number: Various Funding Sources

Amount: $91,530.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests approval of the attendance incentive/perfect attendance stipend for classified employees for maintaining a minimal absence record (use of two or less sick days per fiscal year) during the 2017-18 school year.

The implementation steps are as follows:
(1) an informational correspondence is sent to classified employees along with an application
(2) employees who wish to be considered for the stipend must return the application by the application  deadline
(3) a listing is established by Classified Personnel after reviewing the applications
(4) the listing is audited by Payroll to ensure the days claimed by the employees are officially reflected in the District payroll system

Employees who do not submit an application by the designated deadline are not considered for the stipend. Furthermore, this stipend only pertains to sick days; use of vacation does not impact receipt of the stipend. 

This item comes before the Board during the 2018-19 fiscal year for services rendered during the 2017-18 year due to verification procedures, as some employees who apply for consideration are 12-month employees. Thus, the District must wait until the end of the fiscal year to analyze applications and verify accuracy of data.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various Funding Sources

Funding Account Number: Various Funding Sources

Amount: $65,000.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Administration requests the approval of the tentative agreement between the Lynwood Unified School District (LUSD) and the California School Employees Association and its Lynwood Chapter #116 (CSEA) as of July 19, 2018.

2017-18 Pay Allowances Provisions:

• A 3.0% one-time off schedule bonus for 2017-18 based on annual salary retroactive to July 1, 2017, terminating on June 30, 2018 for active bargaining unit members employed as of June 30, 2018 and before.

2018-19 Pay Allowances Provisions:

• A 2.0% on schedule increase to the CSEA Salary Schedule retroactive to July 1, 2018, for active bargaining unit members employed as of June 30, 2018 and before.
  

2018-19 Change to Longevity Table Effective 07/01/2018:

 Article IX Benefit Schedule - Benefit Cap Contingency:

• CSEA reserves the right to apply a 0.5% of the ongoing salary from the amount applied to the 2018/19 salary schedule (0.2% - 0.5% salary = 1.5%) to the benefit cap (converted salary percentage to benefit cap equivalent).  The decision to apply the 0.5% salary amount must be made by CSEA no later than August 10, 2018 or the full amount of ongoing money will be applied to the 2018/19 salary schedule retroactive to July 1, 2018.

Full tentative agreement is available upon request.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: N/A

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: N/A

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests Board to review and ratify Purchase Orders for period beginning June 15, 2018 through July 20, 2018 per Education Code 17605 and 42636, as indicated on Schedule 19-01.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: Various

Name of Funding Source and /or Location: Various

Funding Account Number: Various

Amount: $5,153,879.58

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Request approval of the Warrant Schedule for the period of June 20, 2018 through July 31, 2018.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various

Funding Account Number: Various

Amount: $8,532,920.45

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests approval of the attached Revolving Cash Report # 1 covering the period of June 1, 2018 through July 26, 2018, for the total of $3,590.12.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various

Funding Account Number: Various

Amount: $3,590.12

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests approval of the Record of Collections Report #1 covering the period of May 24, 2018 to July 25, 2018 for the total of $2,606,841.02.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various

Funding Account Number: Various

Amount: $2,606,841.02

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests approval to award the upgrade of three elevators project at Lynwood High School to GMS Elevator Services.

The staff conducted a formal bidding process, bid package #CM-045518, for the upgrade of three elevators project at the Lynwood High School site. Five potential bidders attended the mandatory pre-bid walk, two companies prequalified and only one bidder submitted a responsive and responsible bid as follows: 

After an evaluation of the experiences, reputation, and financial condition of the bidder, the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for the elevator project is GMS Elevator Services. The staff recommends the award of the elevator project at Lynwood High School to GMS Elevator Services at a total cost of $352,784.00. This project will be paid with Measure N Funds.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 76719-0010

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Measure N

Funding Account Number: 21.1-90100.0-00000-85000-6250-4310000

Amount: $352,784.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests ratification of service agreement with Unicentro for Servsafe Manager Certificate Training for Child Nutrition Services staff on August 17, 2018.

This training is necessary to provide food service safety certifications as required by the California Department of Education and the Health Department.

Cost for services is $2,400.00.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 78119-0003

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Cafeteria Fund

Funding Account Number: 13.0-53100.0-00000-37000-5890-7810000

Amount: $2,400.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Due to the extension of the construction schedule of the Pathway High School Expansion Project from 60 days to 90 days, the staff requests an increase of the contract amount with TYR, Inc., for DSA inspection services from $23,712.00 to $33,540, an increase of $9,828.00. The original contract was approved on February 22, 2018.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 76719-0011

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Unrestricted General Fund

Funding Account Number: 21.0-90100.0-00000-85000-6280-425000

Amount: $9,828.00 (increase above original contract)

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Pursuant to Education Code (EC) 42100, school districts are required to file the Board approved Unaudited Actuals financial report with the County Office of Education on or before September 15. The 2017-18 Unaudited Actuals State Financial Report has been completed and is hereby submitted, under separate cover, for approval.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: N/A

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: N/A

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests approval to renew service agreement with Titan School Solutions for a complete point of sales system and training for Child Nutrition site operations for the 2018-19 school year.

This system allows the District to comply with all Child Nutrition federal and state regulations and improve service documentation, while streamlining the meal service process. The agreement includes annual software license fee of $26,000, annual hardware lease of $11,000 and $13,000 for trainer's costs, including hourly rate and out-of-pocket reimbursable expenses, for a total of $50,000.

Renewal Contract/Item   [X]           New Contract/Item   [  ]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 78119-0025

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Child Nutrition

Funding Account Number: 13.0-53100.0-00000-37000-5840-7810000

Amount: $50,000.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests ratification of an extra services agreement with Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants to provide additional geotechnical observation and testing during the construction phase of the expansion project at Pathway High School due to unforeseen soil conditions and the extension of the construction timeline.  

The Board approved Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants to provide geotechnical observation services for the Pathway High School Project for $7,580 at the February 22, 2018 Board meeting. The geotechnical observation and testing is required by the Division of the State Architect to confirm the compaction of the soils.

The total fee for the additional service provided is $3,707 and will be funded with Measure K funds.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 76719-0023

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Measure K

Funding Account Number: 21.0-90100.0-00000-85000-6270-4250000

Amount: $3,707.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to enter into an agreement with Polaris Safety Consulting, LLC, to provide training for Campus Safety Officers for the 2018-19 school year.

Polaris Safety Consulting, LLC will provide up to ten (10) sessions, 8 hours of instruction per session, including practical application and training exercises.

Sessions include the following topics:

- Basic Patrol Operations
- Officer Safety & Survival
- Security Response to Critical Incidents
- Legal Authority & Liability
- Mediation/Conflict Resolution
- Disaster and Emergencies
- Dynamics of Student Behavior
- Crowd and Event Management
- Ethical Behavior/Officer Conduct

Cost includes instruction materials and training supplies.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 76819-0028

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Security

Funding Account Number: 01.0-00000.0-00000-83000-5850-7680000

Amount: $10,000.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests acceptance of Change Order No. 1 with Byrom-Davey, Inc., in conjunction with CM-045117, Lynwood Middle School football field and track project.

The Lynwood Middle School football field and track project, was awarded to Byrom-Davey, Inc. on February 22, 2018, for a contract sum of $1,917,700. Due to expanded work scope, the staff requests the approval of a change order in the amount of $56,914.19.

The change order will be paid with Measure N Funds.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 76719-0025

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Measure N

Funding Account Number: 21.1-90100.0-00000-85000-6150-3210000

Amount: $56,914.19

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests approval to enter into an extra service agreement with Architerra Design Group to attend weekly construction meetings, conduct construction observation site visits and prepare reports in conjunction with the Lynwood Middle School football field and track renovation project. The additional work is stemming from the unforeseen soil conditions and undocumented site utility lines that were uncovered. The additional fees associated with the added services is $10,000.00.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 76719-0012

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Measure N

Funding Account Number: 21.1-90100.0-00000-85000-6270-3210000

Amount: $10,000.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests approval of Resolution No. 18-19/01, to adopt the Gann Limit Appropriation Calculation for 2017-18 and Estimated Appropriation Limit for 2018-19.

Pursuant to Education Code 42132, on or before September 15 of each year, the governing board of each school district shall adopt a resolution to identify, in accordance with Government Code Section 7906(f), the estimated appropriation limit for the preceding fiscal year. The formula of the calculation is statutory set.

Resolution No. 18-19/01 and the completed Gann Limit Appropriation Calculation Report are attached for reference.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: N/A

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: N/A

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests approval to enter into a service agreement with TYR I.O.R. Services to provide Division of the State Architect (DSA) inspection services during the construction phase of the gymnasium bleacher replacement project at Lynwood High School.  

Staff solicited proposals from DSA inspection firms for the Lynwood High School gymnasium bleacher replacement project and received a proposal from TYR I.O.R. Services for $26,286 and Team Inspections for $26,550. Continuous inspection is required by DSA for this project including the coordination of all special inspections.

The not-to-exceed fee for the service during the estimated construction duration of eighty-four days is $26,286 and will be funded with Measure N funds.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 76719-0022

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Measure N

Funding Account Number: 21.1-90100.0-00000-85000-6280-4310000

Amount: $26,286.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests ratification of an extra service agreement with Geotechnical Professionals, Inc. (GPI) to perform infiltration testing associated with CM-045117, Lynwood Middle School track and field renovation project. 

Geotechnical Professionals, Inc. is currently providing geotechnical observation and testing services for this project. The field infiltration testing is required at the southwest corner of the campus to provide on-site storm water drainage for the football field and track. A utility connection was believed to exist in this area that tied into the county storm drain on Bullis Road. After potholing in this vicinity, the utility connection was not found and the only option is to place a drywell or series of drywells in the grass area located at the southwest corner of the campus. The outcome of the infiltration testing is to characterize and assess the subsurface soils conditions in order to provide a recommendation for the required on-site drainage.

Staff recommends that the District ratify an extra service agreement with Geotechnical Professionals, Inc. (GPI) to perform infiltration testing. The total fee for the service is based on a not-to-exceed fee of $9,400 which will be paid from Measure K funds.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 76719-0024

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Measure K

Funding Account Number: 21.0-90100.0-00000-85000-6270-3210000

Amount: $9,400.00

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff requests approval of Resolution No. 18-19/02, entering of an energy service agreement for the implementation of Phase #2 of the California Energy Commission approved Energy Expenditure Plan in conjunction with the California Clean Energy Jobs Act.

Proposition 39, the California Clean Energy Jobs Act, provides school districts with additional funding for five years to install energy conservation measures. Subsequently, the District conducted a Request for Qualification process and selected Ameresco as the energy services partner in the development and implementation of the Energy Expenditure Plan (EEP). The EEP was submitted and approved by the California Energy Commission in 2014.

The projects in the approved EEP include the upgrade of exterior and interior lighting systems at various sites. The projects are separated into two phases. Phase #1 was completed in 2014-15 school year, which included Lindbergh ES, Will Rogers ES and the District Office. Phase #2 includes Marshall ES, Lugo ES, Roosevelt ES and Mark Twain ES.

Upon completion of Phase #2 projects, the District shall realize a savings of approximately $140,000 a year in reduced electricity and supplies. The total construction cost is $1,742,087, of which, $1,529,089 is funded by Prop 39. The remaining difference of $212,998 will be funded by Measure K, using part of the $1.5 million Emergency Repairs Program reimbursement.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 76719-0031, 76719-0074

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Measure K

Funding Account Number: 01.0-62300-00000-85000-6210-1040000
                                           01.0-62300-00000-85000-6210-1120000
                                           01.0-62300-00000-85000-6210-1050000
                                           01.0-62300-00000-85000-6210-1060000
                                           21.0-90100-00000-85000-6210-1060000

Amount: $572,950
               $126,584
               $504,588
               $324,967
               $212,998

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Staff recommends the approval of Resolution 18-19/03, authorizing a request for waiver from the State Board of Education relative to statutory General Obligation Bond debt limitations as provided by Sections 15102 and 15268 of the Education Code.

California Education Code Section 33050 (the "Waiver Law") authorizes the governing board of school districts to request the State Board of Education (the "SBE") to waive all or part of any statutory requirements of the Education Code, except for those provisions which the Waiver Law exempts from waiver.  

Elections were held in the Lynwood Unified School District (the "District") on November 6, 2012 and November 8, 2016 (the "Measures") for the issuance and sale of general obligation bonds of the District. In order to issue bonds under the Measures, the District will require a waiver of a statutory provision which limits the total amount of bonds that can be issued by the District to 2.50% of its current assessed valuation.  The resolution before the Board would authorize the filing of a waiver request under the Waiver Law for such purpose. The resolution would authorize District staff to complete all necessary documentation and take any additional actions required by the SBE in order to facilitate the approval of the waiver request. 

The District is required by the Waiver Law to hold a public hearing prior to the adoption of the resolution. A public hearing regarding the waiver has been scheduled for August 23, 2018, at which members of the public may be heard. The resolution will be adopted at the conclusion of the hearing.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: N/A  

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: N/A

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: N/A

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The Board approved a construction contract with A.J. Fistes in conjunction with the Lynwood Middle School auditorium ceiling upgrade project, Bid No. CM-045317, on June 7, 2018. Due to unforeseen conditions that may become a safety issue for both students and employees, additional repairs are needed immediately. The repairs include the installation of a scaffold and demolition of the existing cloud ceiling. The total cost of the change order is $102,350.

The change order will be funded by Measure N.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]   

Requisition # from PeopleSoft: 76719-00

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Unrestricted General Fund

Funding Account Number: 21.0-90100.0-00000-85000-6210-321000

Amount: $102,350.00 (increase above original contract)

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

The administration requests approval to conduct First Reading of recommended changes to the Board Policies on the list attached herewith.

Revisions may include edits or additions of new policies.  The revisions are necessary to ensure compliance with both State Educational Codes as well as State and Federal Regulations.  Staff has reviewed the policies as well as the CSBA updates.

These Board Policies are available at the Superintendent's Office for first reading/review.

Renewal Contract/Item   [  ]           New Contract/Item   [X]    

Requisition # from PeopleSoft:  N/A  

Name of Funding Source and/or Location:  N/A

Funding Account Number:  N/A

Amount:  N/A