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SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Alpine USD
May 29, 2019 9:00AM
Administrative Services Annex, 43 Hawkside Drive, Markleeville, CA 96120

1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Quick Summary / Abstract:
The Governing Board reserves the right to take items in a different order to accomplish business in the most efficient manner.
Minutes:
President Mecak called the meeting to order at 9:03 am.
1.A. Agenda Approval
Actions:
Motion
A motion to approve the agenda Passed with a motion by Ms. Rachael Brothers and a second by Mr. John Baker.
Vote:
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Absent Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
2. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC
Quick Summary / Abstract:

The law allows the public to address the Governing Board on any matter, whether or not it is on the agenda, but the law prohibits action by the Governing Board on nonagenda items.  Board Bylaw 9323 states that “Individual speakers shall be allowed three minutes to address the Board on each agenda or nonagenda item.  The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes.  With Board consent, the president may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation, depending on the topic and the number of persons wishing to be heard. The president may take a poll of speakers for or against a particular issue and may ask that additional person speak only if they have something new to add.”
Minutes:
No public comment
3. ACTION ITEMS
3.A. New Business
3.A.1. Approve the Adoption of TWIG Science Curriculum for grades K - 5.
Rationale:

The Difference in Twig Science: 

  • Supports teachers in easily unpacking the 3-D NGSS Framework
  • Student-centered, three-dimensional STEM experiences
  • Instructional shifts become habits of mind, building a strong 3-D NGSS foundation
  • Creates a new Generation Z of STEM enthusiasts
  • Stanford SCALE 3-D assessments
 
Actions:
Motion
Motio to approve the adoption of TWIG Science curriculum for grades K - 5 Passed with a motion by Mr. John Baker and a second by Ms. Amber Bill.
Vote:
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Absent Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
Quick Summary / Abstract:

This text was chosen by the DVES Science Adoption Committee comprised of teachers and staff. It was chosen from the curriculum adopted by the California Department of Education as part of the statewide plan to implement the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for California Public Schools, Kindergarten through Grade 12. 
Minutes:
Ms Moore, Principal, handed out the list of California Adopted Science materials and explained that TWIG was chosen due to the quality of their leveled readers and lab kits.
3.A.2. Approve the adoption of California Elevate Science - Integrated from Pearson for grades 6 - 8.
Rationale:

Middle Grades program puts exploration at the heart of science. Scientific inquiry encourages investigation, collaboration, and creativity. The blended print and digital curriculum applies scientific and engineering practices in problem-based scenarios. Students focus on analysis, critical thinking, and designing solutions as they explore real-world topics and everyday phenomena. Elevate Science deepens students’ conceptual understanding of science and prepares them for high school and beyond. It’s available as a complete integrated Middle School Science Curriculum, as separate individual modules, or in domain specific Life, Earth, and Physical Science courses. Each sequence promises to elevate thinking, learning, and teaching.
 
Actions:
Motion
Motion to approve the adoption of California Elevate Science - Integrated from Pearson for grades 6 - 8 Passed with a motion by Ms. Amber Bill and a second by Mr. John Baker.
Vote:
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Absent Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
Quick Summary / Abstract:

This text was chosen by the DVES Science Adoption Committee comprised of teachers and staff. It was chosen from the curriculum adopted by the California Department of Education as part of the statewide plan to implement the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for California Public Schools, Kindergarten through Grade 12. 
Minutes:
Ms Moore indicated that the Pearson's integration of the engineering standards and their lab kits put them ahead of other middle school science curriculum.
4. ADJOURNMENT
Actions:
Motion
Motion to adjourn at 9:07 am Passed with a motion by Mr. John Baker and a second by Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Vote:
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Absent Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
5/29/2019 9:00:00 AM ( Original )
PresentMr. John Baker
PresentMs. Amber Bill
PresentMs. Rachael Brothers
AbsentMs. Nani Ellis
PresentMs. Amy Mecak

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