Background

There is a need to hire two LCHS Assistant Principals.  The Governing Board must approve all employment contracts.

Current Considerations

The Superintendent is recommending to the Governing Board two candidates, one to fill each of the open positions.

Financial Implications

The financial implications associated with salary and are contained in the attached LCHS Certificated Administrative Salary Schedule.

It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the recommendations of the Superintendent for the positions of LCHS Assistant Principal Curriculum and Instruction and LCHS Assistant Principal Discipline, Athletics and Activities.

The Governing Board is requested to approve the recommendations of the Superintendent for the positions of LCHS Assistant Principal Curriculum and Instruction and LCHS Assistant Principal Discipline, Athletics and Activities.

Background

During the summer, the maintenance department and technology department complete routine maintenance, renovations, and upgrades. With the age of our facilities, it is critical to perform regular maintenance. Additionally, the technology department supports summer schools at two sites which leaves about two weeks during summer that campuses completely clear. During that time, major system maintenance is performed.

Current Considerations

The summer maintenance projects for both departments are critical times to get into classrooms,  to repair and update systems, and to take advantage of mobilizing teams for big jobs. This summer the project list includes carpet cleaning, carpentry repair, filter cleaning, electrical inspections and repairs, supporting teacher classroom moves, replacing all wireless access points, upgrading the VOIP phone system controllers, updating the operating systems on all district computers and iPads, website redesign and clean-up, and general account maintenance.

Financial Implications

All projects have been budgeted and accounted for with the exception of the fire alarm panel project at Palm Crest. The estimated cost for repair and replacement is $10,000 with an additional $2,500 for preventative measures.

It is recommended that the Governing Board review the progress report and engage in discussion.

The Governing Board is requested to review the progress report and engage in discussion.

It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the Personnel Report as presented.

Background

The Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) has a Community Advisory Committee (CAC) composed of members from Glendale, Burbank and La Cañada.  This Committee's primary function is to review the Local Plan for the Consortium and provide informative workshops for parents of students with special needs.

Current Considerations

The committee representatives nominated for the 2017-2019 term from La Cañada Unified School district are: Liza Medina, Tina Daley and Amy Juhas.

Financial Impact

There is no impact upon the General Fund with this request

The Governing Board is requested to approve Liza Medina , Tina Daley and Amy Juhas, parents from La Cañada Unified School District, for the appointment to the Community Advisory Committee for 2017-2019 term.

The Governing Board is requested to approve Liza Medina , Tina Daley and Amy Juhas, parents from La Cañada Unified School District, for the appointment to the Community Advisory Committee for 2017-2019 term.

Background

La Cañada Unified School District has joined Manhattan Beach, South Pasadena, Arcadia, Redondo Beach, and San Marino Unified School Districts to create the Coalition for Base Funding Fairness (“Coalition”).  The Coalition was formed to bring districts together in efforts to lobby Sacramento to improve base funding for all districts.  

In an effort to ensure expertise in legislative consulting and advocacy, the Coalition for Base Funding Fairness has requested the services of Capitol Advisors Group, LLC.  Capitol Advisors Group will provide consulting and professional services to the Coalition to engage a statewide effort to focus on the imperative for revisiting the base funding levels of LCFF to ensure that it amounts to the resources necessary to provide all students with an excellent education.

A full report on the goals and objectives of the Coalition will be presented at the August 3, 2017 LCUSD Governing Board meeting as an agenda item. 

Current Considerations

The district is requesting approval to enter into a contract with Capitol Advisors on behalf of the Coalition for Base Funding Fairness beginning August 1, 2017. 

Financial Implications

Financial implications are contained in the contract.  Each district will be responsible for a portion of the total cost of the contract, pro-rated on an Average Daily Attendance (ADA) basis.

It is requested that the Governing Board approve entering into a contract with Capitol Advisors Group, LLC on behalf of the Coalition for Base Funding Fairness.

The Governing Board is requested to approve entering into a contract with Capitol Advisors Group, LLC on behalf of the Coalition for Base Funding Fairness.

Background

The Williams legislature and the Valenzuela lawsuit settlement require a school district to use its uniform complaint process to help identify and resolve any deficiencies related to: instructional materials, teacher vacancy or misassignment, facilities and CAHSEE intensive instructional and services.

Current Considerations

Los Angeles County school districts are required to report on a quarterly basis to LACOE whether or not complaints have been received. The district received no Williams Uniform Complaints.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact for the district.