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REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Lynwood USD
February 10, 2022 5:30PM
Education Center 11321 Bullis Road, Board Room B-105, B-106, Lynwood, California, 90262. Closed Session to be held at 5:30 pm in Superintendent's Office, and will reconvene into Open Session in Board Room B. Closed Session will be conducted in accordance with the requirements set forth by California law

1. CALL TO ORDER (Procedural Item)
2. ROLL CALL (Procedural Item)
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION ON FEBRUARY 10, 2022 (Action Item)
4. PUBLIC COMMENT/COMMUNICATIONS (Information Item)
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Please submit public comment forms prior to start of meeting. Per Board Policy #9323, three (3) minutes may be allotted to each speaker to address Closed Session Items Only. (Closed Session items may be continued to end of meeting if necessary.)


5. GOVERNING BOARD - Recess to Closed Session (Procedural Item)Confidential agenda item.
5.A. Conference with Legal Counsel - Pending Litigation – Pursuant to GC § 54956.9(d)(1) (Discussion Item)Confidential agenda item.
5.A.1. OAH Case No. 2021100757 (Action Item)Confidential agenda item.
5.A.2. WC Claim No. LYN060500076 (Action Item)Confidential agenda item.
5.B. Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated/Potential Litigation – Pursuant to GC § 54956.9(d)(4) (Discussion Item)Confidential agenda item.
5.B.1. Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Paragraph (4) of Subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: One (1) Case (Action Item)
5.C. Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation/Significant Exposure to Litigation Based on Existing Facts and Circumstances, the Legislative Body of the Local Agency has Decided to Initiate or is Deciding Whether to Initiate Litigation– Pursuant to GC § 54956.9(d)(4) (Action Item)
5.C.1. One (1) Matter (Action Item)
5.D. Public Employment/Public Employee Performance Evaluation/Public Employee Discipline Dismissal/Release/Appointment (Pursuant to GC § 54957) (Discussion Item)Confidential agenda item.
5.D.1. Acting Director, Special Education (Action Item)
5.D.2. Acting Assistant Principal, Adult School (Action Item)
5.D.3. Sixty-Five (65) Matters (Action Item)
5.E. Conference with Labor Negotiator Agency Designated Representatives Employee Organizations - CSEA, LTA, and SEIU (Discussion Item)Confidential agenda item.
6. RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION/CALL TO ORDER (Procedural Item)
7. ROLL CALL (Procedural Item)
8. FLAG SALUTE by Will Rogers Elementary School (Procedural Item)
9. REPORTS (Procedural Item)
9.A. Student Reports (Information Item)
9.A.1. Vista High School (Procedural Item)
9.A.2. Firebaugh High School (Procedural Item)
9.A.3. Lynwood High School (Procedural Item)
9.A.4. Lynwood Community Adult School (Procedural Item)
9.A.5. Pathway High School (Procedural Item)
9.B. Superintendent's Report (Procedural Item)
9.B.1. Presentation: (Action Item)
9.B.1.1. Facilities Update (Information Item)
9.B.1.2. Reopening Updates (Information Item)
9.B.1.3. SiFi Fiber-Optic Networks (Information Item)
9.C. Board Members' Reports (Procedural Item)
10. GOVERNING BOARD - Resolutions/Proclamations/Appointments (Procedural Item)
10.A. Request Approval of Resolution No. 21-22/37 - Posthumously Recognizing Ms. Shirley Davis' Years of Service (Action Item)
Rationale:
The administration requests approval of Resolution No. 21-22/37, posthumously recognizing Ms. Shirley Davis' years of service to the Lynwood Unified School District.
 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST:  N/A                    

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

Funding Account Number:  N/A

Amount:  N/A
Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Attachments:
Posthumous Resolution - Shirley Davis
10.B. Request Approval of Resolution No. 21-22/38, to Temporarily Limit Occupancy in Board of Education Meetings (Action Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval of Resolution No. 21-22/38, to temporarily limit occupancy in Board of Education meetings.

Once approved, this Resolution will be effective immediately and shall expire within 60 days of its issuance or sooner if repealed by the Board of Education through a subsequent resolution. This Resolution may also be extended by the Board through the adoption of a subsequent resolution.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: N/A

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

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: N/A

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Attachments:
Resolution No. 21-22/38 - Occupancy in Board of Education Meetings
11. PUBLIC COMMENT/COMMUNICATIONS (Information Item)
Quick Summary / Abstract:

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).

PLEASE SUBMIT PUBLIC COMMENT FORMS PRIOR TO START OF MEETING
Per Board Policy #9323, three (3) minutes may be allotted to each speaker to address all their items. If translation services are required, please state that, and an additional one (1) minute will be allotted. Approach the lectern and give your name.

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.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to access the Board meeting room or to otherwise participate at this meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact Assistant Superintendent’s Office at 310-886-1490.  Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the District to make reasonable arrangements to ensure Accessibility to the Board meeting.

12. PUBLIC HEARING - None. (Procedural Item)
13. ACTION ITEMS (Action Item)
13.A. BOARD MEETING MINUTES (Action Item)
13.A.1. Minutes - Request Approval of Minutes for the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education on January 13, 2022 (Action Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval of minutes for the regular meeting of the Board of Education on January 13, 2022.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: N/A  

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

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: N/A

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Attachments:
1.) Board Meeting Minutes - January 13, 2022
2.) Student Reports - January 13, 2022
3.) Superintendent Report - January 13, 2022
13.B. FACILITIES - (Measure K and Measure N Projects) (Action Item)
13.B.1. Review of Emergency Repairs and Consideration of Need for Continued Action at District Middle School Sites in Relation to the Transition of Moving Lynwood High School to Lynwood Middle School Campus (Action Item)
Rationale:

On February 11, 2021, the Board adopted Resolution No. 20-21/24, authorizing the emergency repair and replacement of facilities and procurement of equipment and services to enable timely transition of moving Lynwood High School to Lynwood Middle School campus. Because of the necessary relocation of students and reconfiguration of operations caused by the unavailability of Lynwood High School, repairs and equipment are needed at the District's middle schools and other District campus sites to provide adequately equipped facilities and available space for classroom instruction and essential educational services. Resolution No. 20-21/24 delegated to the District's Superintendent or designee the authority to execute contracts and take all actions necessary to execute and implement those contracts, such that one or more contractors may be selected to perform the necessary emergency repairs.

If a person with authority delegated under Public Contract Section 22050(b) orders action under Section 22050 without giving notice for bids, that person is required to report to the Board of Education within specified time periods the reasons justifying why the emergency will not permit a delay resulting from a competitive solicitation for bids and why the action is necessary to respond to the emergency. Actions listed in the Public Contract Code include the repair or replacement of a public facility, the procurement of necessary equipment, services, and supplies, or other related and immediate action required in the case of  emergency.

The Board of Education also is required to review the emergency action and determine, by a four-fifths vote and at each regularly scheduled meeting, that there is a need to continue the action taken. When the Board of Education reviews the emergency action, it must terminate the action at the earliest possible date that conditions warrant so that the remainder of the emergency action may be completed by giving notice for bids for contracts.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: N/A

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

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: N/A

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

13.B.2. Request Approval to Enter Into an Additional Service Agreement with Converse Consultants for Geotechnical Services at Firebaugh High School (Action Item)
Rationale:

Staff requests approval to enter into a service agreement with Converse Consultants for geotechnical services and soils investigation at Firebaugh High School. 

At the August 27, 2020 Board of Education meeting, the Board approved geotechnical services from Converse Consultants for the new science and medical technology patient care classroom project.

Services require to address the Division of the State Architect and California Geological Survey, and review comments to the submitted soil report. Converse Consultants will perform additional analysis services and prepare and submit a response letter. 

The total fee for the service is based on Converse Consultants proposal of $2,500.00, plus reimbursable expenses. Fees will be paid with Measure K funds.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*1779

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Measure K

Funding Account Number: 21.0-90100.0-00000-85000-6270-4320000

Amount: $2,500.00, plus reimbursable expenses 

Recommended Motion:
[X] Approval               [  ] Denial
13.B.3. Request Approval to Enter Into a Structural Engineering Service Agreement with Petra Structural Engineers to Assess the Condition of the Lunch Shelter at the Lynwood High School Imperial Site (Action Item)
Rationale:

Staff requests approval to enter into a structural engineering service agreement with Petra Structural Engineers to conduct a structural assessment of the lunch shelter at the Lynwood High School Imperial site. 

Petra Structural Engineers will provide engineering support services in the lunch shelter area at Lynwood High School Imperial site potential overhead hazards and provide an assessment for review by the Division of the State Architect (DSA) and the Office of Public-School Construction (OPSC). Intrusive work will be needed to check the condition of the steel frame and structural connections.

Staff recommends that the Board approve a professional service agreement with Petra Structural Engineers. The total fee for the services is based on a fixed fee amount of $17,500.00, plus reimbursable expenses.

Fees will be paid with Measure K Funds.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*1925

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Measure K

Funding Account Number: 21.0-90100.0-00000-85000-6280-4310000

Amount: $17,500.00 plus reimbursable expenses

Recommended Motion:
[X] Approval               [  ] Denial
13.B.4. Request Approval to Enter Into an Additional Service Agreement with ADM Architects to Prepare Plans for Relocating the Rooftop Electrical System in Buildings A & B in Conjunction with CM-221105, Rebid of the HVAC Replacement Project at Will Rogers Elementary School (Action Item)
Rationale:

Staff requests approval to enter into an additional service agreement with ADM Architects to prepare plans for relocating the rooftop electrical system in building A and B in conjunction with CM-221105, rebid of the HVAC replacement project at Will Rogers Elementary school. 

ADM Architects will prepare plans for the installation of the electrical system which will feed the new roof-mounted HVAC units on Buildings A and B at Will Rogers Elementary School. The existing electrical system is weather-exposed and vulnerable on the roof. It is recommended to provide new panel installation inside the building and provide conduit feeds to 26 new AC units. Plans will need to be submitted to the Division of the State Architect for approval.

Staff recommends that the Board of Education awards the contract for services to ADM Architects. ADM Architects is proposing a fixed cost of $19,200.00, plus reimbursable expenses. 

The project will be funded with Measure K funds.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*1924

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Measure K

Funding Account Number: 21.0-90100.0-00000-85000-6210-1030000

Amount: $19,200.00, plus reimbursable expenses

Recommended Motion:
[X] Approval               [  ] Denial
13.B.5. Request Approval to Enter Into a Professional Service Agreement with Sandy Pringle Associates, Inc. for DSA Inspection Services During the Construction Phase of the CM-221105, Rebid of the HVAC Replacement Project at Will Rogers Elementary School (Action Item)
Rationale:

Staff requests approval to enter into a professional service agreement with Sandy Pringle Associates, Inc. for DSA inspection services during the construction phase of the CM-221105, rebid of the HVAC replacement project at Will Rogers Elementary School.

Staff requested proposals from Sandy Pringle Associates and TYR, Inc. and received the following results in ascending order:

DSA Inspection Service

Hourly Rate

Not-to-Exceed Estimate

Sandy Pringle Associates, Inc.

$82.00

$52,480.00

TYR, Inc.

$83.00

$90,138.00

Staff recommends that the Board approve a professional service agreement with Sandy Pringle Associates, for a not-to-exceed estimate of $52,480.00. The project will be funded with Measure K funds.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*1923

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Measure K

Funding Account Number: 21.0-90100.0-00000-85000-6280-1080000

Amount: $52,480.00

Recommended Motion:
[X] Approval               [  ] Denial
13.B.6. Request Approval to Award CM-221105, Rebid of the HVAC Replacement Project at Will Rogers Elementary School to AP Construction Group (Action Item)
Rationale:

Staff requests approval to award CM-221105, rebid of the HVAC replacement project at Will Rogers Elementary School to AP Construction Group.

Staff conducted a formal bidding process, bid package #CM-221105, rebid of the HVAC replacement project at Will Rogers Elementary School. The following prequalified bidders participated in the bid phase.


CM-221105, Rebid of HVAC Replacement Project
at Will Rogers Elementary School


Bidders in Ascending Order

Base Bid + Cash Allowance

1.

AP Construction Group

$2,550,000.00

2.

PCN3

$2,738,000.00

3.

RT Contractor Corp.

$3,450,000.00

4.

GDL Best Contractors, Inc.

NO BID

5.

Scorpio Enterprises, Inc.

NO BID

6.

DC Integrate

NO BID

Staff evaluated the experiences, reputation, and financial condition of the apparent lowest bidder for CM-221105, and determined that AP Construction Group submitted a responsive and responsible bid. Staff recommends the award of the rebid of the HVAC Replacement Project at Will Rogers Elementary School to AP Construction Group for a total cost of $2,550,000.00. The project will be funded with Measure K Funds.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*1926

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Measure K

Funding Account Number: 21.0-90100.0-00000-85000-6250-1080000

Amount: $2,550,000.00

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14. CONSENT AGENDA (Consent Agenda)
14.A. EDUCATIONAL SERVICES (Consent Agenda)
14.A.1. Request Approval to Renew an Agreement with NextGen Math, LLC to Provide Digital Licenses for All Students in Grades K-8 for the 2021-2022 School Year (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval to renew an agreement with NextGen Math, LLC, to provide digital licenses for all students in grades K-8 for the 2021-2022 school year. 

NextGen Math will provide online Common Core resources to help students master mathematical standards that will appear on State testing. NextGen Math digital licenses for all students K-8, will provide online access, leadership training, and site support during test prep window. This resource is organized by grade level, claims, targets, standard, and topic, to help teachers target the most needed support and lesson planning. 

Teachers will have access to assessment bank items that cannot be exhausted, allowing formative and summative assessments and assignments in digital or paper/pencil format. The online assignment data can be accessed instantly to assist with planning next steps for teachers, site and District administration. 

Cost not to exceed $4,396.57 per school site.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*0919

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Title I - Equity, Access, and Instructional Services 

Funding Account Number: 01.0-30100.0-11100-10000-5810-7350000

Amount: Cost not to exceed $4,396.57 per school site

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14.A.2. Request Approval to Enter Into an Agreement with Marlen Barbee, Psy.D, Licensed Educational Psychologist, to Provide Services to Students with Special Needs During the 2021-2022 School Year (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval to enter into an agreement with Marlen BarbeePsy.D, Licensed Educational Psychologist, to provide services to students with special needs during the 2021-2022 school year.

Dr. Marlen Barbee, Independent Educational Evaluator, will provide as-needed services based on IEPs for students with special needs.

Dr. Barbee will conduct Independent Educational Evolutions (IEEs) for the purpose of determining a special education program for each student. An IEE is conducted by a qualified examiner who is not employed by the District. 

The purpose of the agreement is to assist parents in their request for independent specialized assessments.

Cost per assessment not to exceed $150.00 per hour. Total agreement not to exceed $7,500.00.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*1715  

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

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

Amount: Cost per assessment not to exceed $150.00 per hour. 
              Total agreement not to exceed $7,500.00.

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14.A.3. Request Approval to Enter Into an Agreement with Dr. Karina Quezada, Bilingual Educational Psychologist, to Provide Professional Development on Dyslexia for School Psychologists, Speech and Language Pathologists, and Parents (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval to enter into an agreement with Dr. Karina Quezada, Bilingual Educational Psychologist, to provide professional development on dyslexia for school psychologists, speech and language pathologists, and parents.

Dr. Karina Quezada is a licensed bilingual educational psychologist serving students and families in Southern California. Dr. Quezada provides professional development for school administrators and educators on topics related to dyslexia, reading acquisition, disability awareness, English Language Learner (ELL), special education law, and conflict resolution practices in special education.

The professional development sessions for school psychologists and speech language pathologists are designed to unpack dyslexia as a neurological disorder. The sessions provide school psychologists and speech and language pathologists with a guide on which standardized assessments are needed to do a multi-disciplinary evaluation on dyslexia and how to write legally defendable psycho-educational reports that include dyslexia evaluation, findings, and recommendations.

Dr. Quezada will also provide a one-day parent workshop with a focus on effective parent engagement in promoting better student outcomes, improving school systems, and developing trusting relationships between school officials and parents. The parent workshop will be open to all Lynwood Unified School District parents.

Parent workshop date to be determined.

Total cost of $7,520.00 includes professional development fees and materials.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*1544

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

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

Amount: $7,520.00

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14.A.4. Request Approval to Attend the Computer Using Educators National Conference in Palm Springs, CA on March 16-19, 2022 (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval to attend the Computer Using Educators (CUE) National Conference in Palm Springs, CA on March 16-19, 2022.

The Computer Using Educators (CUE) Conference will provide professional learning opportunities on a variety of educational technology topics. Participants will attend sessions that address topics related to educational technology and gain a broader understanding of the various ways in which technology may be utilized and implemented in the classroom, as well as shared with other stakeholders.

Digital Coaches will gain further information to support TK-12 educators in their professional development in regards to digital learning. Attendees will share information acquired at this conference with a variety of stakeholders.

Participants:
Ricardo Jurado, Assistant Director, Research and Evaluation 
Kathleen Graham, Digital Coach, Elementary and Secondary
Sandra Naranjo, Digital Coach, Elementary and Secondary
Yazmin Alvarez, Digital Coach, Elementary
Kenya Chaney, Digital Coach, Secondary
Jalen France, Digital Coach, Elementary
Jesus Hernandez, Digital Coach, Secondary
Maricruz Lucio, Digital Coach, Secondary 
Cindy Quinones, Digital Coach, Elementary 
Kathryn Tengan, Digital Coach, Elementary 
Loreanne Tucker, Digital Coach, Elementary 
Leslie Watkins, Digital Coach, Secondary 

Cost includes registration fees, hotel accommodations, meals, compensation for Saturday, and travel expenses. Total cost not to exceed $2,500 per person.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*1433

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Title II – Equity, Access and Instructional Services

Funding Account Number: 01.0.40350.0.11100.10000.5220.7350000             

Amount: Not to exceed $2,500.00 per person

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14.A.5. Request Approval to Amend Agenda Item Previously Approved on July 22, 2021, Agreement with Maxim Staffing Solutions to Provide Nurse Coverage for the 2021-2022 School Year (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval to amend agenda item previously approved on July 22, 2021, agreement with Maxim Staffing Solutions to provide nurse coverage for the 2021-2022 school year.

We are requesting the amendment to add Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) services which are equivalent to Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) services for students with special needs and general education students who require health services to access a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).

A revised rate of $48.00 per hour for LVN and LPN services and a revised rate of $32.00 per hour for Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) services is requested. Rates are per Maxim Staffing Solutions rate sheet.

Licensed Vocational Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses will attend to the medical needs of the students including, but not limited to, feeding and ventilator support, and administering daily injections. Certified Nursing Assistants will provide restroom assistance to students with mobility needs.

This approval will provide continued support for health related service needs for students under the Special Education Department and Student Services Department.

Cost for services will be as follows:
- LVN/LPN services not to exceed $48.00 per hour
- CNA services not to exceed $32.00 per hour

Exhibit A - Original agenda item for reference.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*0198

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

Funding Account Number: 01.0-65000.0-57700-11900-5810-7410000-Special Education Department
                                          01.0-01900.0-00000-31400-5850-7420000- LCAP, Student Services Department

Amount: LVN/LPN services not to exceed $48.00 per hour
               CNA services not to exceed $32.00 per hour

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Attachments:
Exhibit A - Maxim Staffing Solutions - Amendment
14.A.6. Request Approval to Enter Into an Agreement with Opportunity to Assets to Develop a Children's Savings Account Program during the 2021-22 School Year (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval to enter into an agreement with Opportunity to Assets (OPTA) to develop a Children's Savings Account Program during the 2021-22 school year.

Opportunity to Assets (OPTA) collaborates with foundations, community-based organizations, and nonprofits in conducting research and developing programs that aim at improving the financial health of underserved communities through savings, financial coaching, and long-term behavioral change.

Opportunity to Assets will provide professional services to assist the Lynwood Unified School District and the Lynwood Partners Educational Foundation (LPEF) develop and promote a Children's Savings Account Program for the District. OPTA will primarily inform the District on its future plans to provide Lynwood families greater access to a comprehensive savings platform that will be developed and launched by ScholarShare in the 2022-2023 school year.

Once established, the Children's Savings Account Program will assist Lynwood USD families open a college savings account. Families enrolled in the program will have an opportunity to take advantage of financial incentives offered by LPEF as well as the matching grant program offered by TIAA/ScholarShare. 

OPTA's scope of work will include:
1. Provide training materials.
2. Create a program enrollment form and other documents as needed to help LPEF track enrollments and distribution of incentives.
3. Offer two training sessions for designated District and LPEF staff. 
4. Work closely with LPEF and TIAA to identify and implement the best option for LPEF to transfer a seed fund of $50 - $100 per account at the time of setting up accounts. Families who otherwise qualify for ScholarShare's matching grant program will automatically be able to leverage the seed funds and claim an additional $50 - $100 from the matching grant program.
5. Provide technical assistance to LPEF in general to help with the orderly launch and implementation of the program.

Total cost for services is approximately $6,500.00.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: TBD

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

Funding Account Number: 01-01900-11100-10000-5890-769000

Amount: Approximately $6,500.00

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14.B. HUMAN RESOURCES - CERTIFICATED (Consent Agenda)
14.B.1. Request Approval of Certificated Personnel Report: Personnel Assignment, Employment, Leaves and Separation (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The following is the Certificated Personnel Report for February 10, 2022, 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, and extra-duty honorariums.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: N/A

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

Funding Account Number: Various Funding Sources

Amount: Varies
Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Attachments:
PublicCertificatedPersonnelSchedule_02-10-22
14.B.2. Request Ratification of an Agreement with the Los Angeles County Office of Education for the Clear Administrative Services Credential Program (Consent Item)
Rationale:

Administration requests ratification of an agreement with the Los Angeles County Office of Education for the Clear Administrative Services Credential Program from September 22, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

The Clear Administrative Services Credential Program is a two-year program that provides administrators with comprehensive leadership development support through candidate assessment, individualized coaching, and professional development based on the California Professional Standards for Educational Leadership (CPSEL). All administrators in California first earn a preliminary credential which they must "clear" within five years. The Clear Induction program is mandatory for administrators to receive their clear credential. The program features a customized plan, on-line support, CPSEL on-line seminars, portfolio, and individual coaching.

Participant (Year Two):

Gabriela Marquez, Assistant Principal

The fee per participant is $3,950.00.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: TBD

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Title II - Equity, Access and Instructional Services 

Funding Account Number: 01.0-40350.0-00000-21400-5220-7350000

Amount: $3,950.00 per participant
Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14.B.3. Request Approval of an Early Retirement Notification Incentive (ERNI) for Administrators and Classified Managers (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval of an Early Retirement Notification Incentive (ERNI) for LUSD administrators and classified managers.

The Board previously approved an ERNI for SEIU and CSEA members. This item would authorize the same notice incentive for administrators and classified managers of $10,000 for an irrevocable early notice of retirement.

The ERNI will provide the LUSD with additional staff options for 2022-23.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: N/A

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

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: N/A
Recommended Motion:
[X] Approval               [  ] Denial
14.B.4. Request Approval for Certificated and Classified Management, Contract Administrators, Non-Represented, Confidential, and Supervisory Employees to Receive a One-time Off-schedule Bonus for 2020-2021 (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The Board of Education recently approved a one-time, off-schedule bonus of 5% for the 2020-2021 school year for Lynwood Teachers Association members.

This item is to request Board approval for the same one-time, off-schedule 5% bonus to be effectuated for Non-Represented Employees (Certificated Administrators, Classified Management, Cabinet, and Confidential Employees). The bonus would be calculated on 2021-22 salary levels.

Negotiations with CSEA and SEIU for the 2020-2021 school year are on-going.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: N/A  

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various

Funding Account Number: Various

Amount: Varies

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14.B.5. Request Approval to Enter Into an Agreement with Expert Effect to Provide Stress-Resiliency Solutions for Staff and Administrators during the 2021-22 School Year (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval to enter into an agreement with Expert Effect to provide stress-resiliency solutions for staff and administrators during the 2021-22 school year.

Expert Effect, founded in 2008 has a mission to lessen the stress load of individuals in extremely visible positions where high performance is a must. Expert Effect will be contracted to provide stress-resiliency solutions to approximately 150 employees (certificated and classified) through its team of Stress-Resiliency Experts. 

Services will include the following:

Stress-Resiliency Pulse Solutions
Expert Effects will collect confidential data from employees on a monthly basis to create a fully customized curated content video based on a topic that will be most impactful to the majority of the employee population. Expert Effects will deploy the custom five (5) minute video to District staff featuring a Stress-Resiliency Expert or through a 30-minute interactive workshop facilitated by a Stress-Resiliency Expert.

Mental Resiliency Sessions
Staff will have the opportunity to participate in two 30-minute virtual Mental Resiliency Sessions with a Performance Psychology Expert. The intended outcome of each confidential session is to provide the participating employee with customized strategies for proactively overcoming a personal or work related mental obstacle. Each employee who participates will be routed a services agreement. Expert Effect will track participation and handle all administrative details.

Stress-Resiliency Process for High Performers
A cohort of up to 25 identified leaders (certificated and classified) will be provided with the opportunity to participate in the Stress-Resiliency Process for High Performers. This option includes a 45-minute session with each Stress-Resiliency Expert for a total of eight (8) sessions. Six (6) of the sessions will be virtual with the Strength/Conditioning and Applied Kinesiology Sessions being on-site in the San Gabriel Valley. Optional add-ons include a session with a Spiritual Expert, participating in the process a second time, having additional sessions with a specific expert(s), or scheduling 15-minute virtual follow-up sessions with the Performance Psychology Expert after the conclusion of the process on a monthly basis for up to six months.

Cost for services will be as follows:

 Service Cost Not-to Exceed
 Virtual Mental Resiliency Session (30 Minutes) $108 per session $32,400
 Online Survey – Pulse Solutions $0 $0
 Curated Content – Pulse Solutions $180 per hour $720
 Virtual Workshop (30 Minutes) – Pulse Solutions $350 per workshop $350
Stress-Resiliency Process for High Performers $1,400 for 1 round of the process $35,000
 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: TBD

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Human Resources

Funding Account Number: 01.0 00000.0 00000 74000 5850 7520000

Amount: Not to Exceed $70,000

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14.C. HUMAN RESOURCES - CLASSIFIED (Consent Agenda)
14.C.1. Request Approval of Classified Personnel Report: Personnel Assignments, Employment, Leaves, and Separations (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The following is the Classified Personnel Report for February 10, 2022, which details personnel employment actions before the Board, such as, but not limited to: hiring, change-of-status, limited-term employment, extra-duty, resignation, retirement, leaves for approval and/or ratification.
 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: N/A

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

Funding Account Number: Various Funding Sources

Amount: Varies

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Attachments:
Public Classified Employment Consent 2.10.22
14.C.2. Request Approval to Revise Pay Structure for Select Classified Positions to Align with New State Minimum Wage Laws (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval to revise pay structure for several classified positions. California has a new Minimum Wage of $15.00/hour, effective January 1, 2022. The following classifications have salary ranges that need adjustments to align to the new Minimum Wage:

  •  Nutrition Service Worker I
  •  Nutrition Service Worker II
  •  Senior Nutrition Service Worker
  •  Campus Monitor

Revised salary scales will be:

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
 Nutrition Service Worker  Monthly  2,600 2,7302,8673,0103,160
Hourly 15.00 15.7516.5417.3718.23
Nutrition Service Worker II Monthly 2,6262,7572,8953,0393,190
Hourly 15.1515.9116.7017.5318.40
Senior Nutrition Service Worker Monthly 2,7622,9003,0453,1973,357
Hourly 15.9316.7317.5718.4419.37
Campus MonitorHourly15.00    
 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various

Funding Account Number: Various

Amount: Varies

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14.D. BUSINESS SERVICES (Consent Agenda)
14.D.1. Request Approval to Review and Ratify Purchase Orders for Period Beginning December 14, 2021 through January 18, 2022, per Education Code 17605 and 42636 (Consent Item)
Rationale:

Staff requests approval to review and ratify Purchase Orders for the period beginning December 14, 2021 through January 18, 2022, per Education Code 17605 and 42636.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: Various

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various

Funding Account Number: Various

Amount: $1,630,252.75

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Attachments:
Purchase Order/Contract Transaction List
14.D.2. Request Approval of Warrant and ACH Schedule for the Period of December 15, 2021 through January 18, 2022 (Consent Item)
Rationale:

Staff requests approval of the Warrant and ACH Schedule for the period of December 15, 2021 through January 18, 2022.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: N/A

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: Various

Funding Account Number: Various

Amount: $8,900,728.96

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Attachments:
Warrant Schedule
14.D.3. Request Approval to Attend the School Services of California Special Education: Both Sides of the Equation Virtual Webinar Series on March 1, 2022 and March 3, 2022 (Consent Item)
Rationale:

Staff requests approval to attend the School Services of California Special Education: Both Sides of the Equation Virtual Webinar Series on March 1, 2022 and March 3, 2022.

This webinar will provide participants with the most up-to-date information on funding changes, tools and tips for effective program management, and guidance on ways to improve outcomes for students with disabilities.

Participants:
Gregory Fromm, Chief Business Official
Brenda Romero, Assistant Director, Fiscal Services

The cost of registration fee is $275.00 per person.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*1901

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

Funding Account Number: 01.0-00000.0-00000-72000-5220-7600000

Amount: $550.00

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14.D.4. Request Approval to Reimburse St. Anne’s Family Services for 50% of Additional Construction Costs for the Facilities they are Leasing from the District at Abbott and Lugo Elementary Schools (Consent Item)
Rationale:

Staff requests approval to reimburse St. Anne's Family Services for 50% of additional construction costs for the facilities they are leasing from the District at Abbott and Lugo Elementary Schools. 

When construction began at both sites, numerous repairs were identified at both sites that were beyond the original scope of work. The District will recoup the 50% shared costs through lease payments received over the first twelve (12) months of the lease.

School Site Amount (Invoice 1)

Abbott Elementary $52,490.99

Lugo Elementary $40,455.01

School Site Amount (Invoice 2)

Abbott Elementary $20,665.11

Lugo Elementary $45,953.87

Total cost is $159,564.98.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: TBD

Name of Funding Source and /or Location: County School Facility Fund

Funding Account Number: 35.0-77100.0-00000-85000-6250-1010000
                                           35.0-77100.0-00000-85000-6250-1040000

Amount: $159,564.98
Recommended Motion:
[X] Approval                [  ] Denial
14.E. TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION (Action Item)
14.E.1. Request Approval to Attend the Aeries Virtual Conference on March 7-10, 2022 (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval to attend the Aeries Virtual Conference on March 7-10, 2022.

Aeries is the District's student information system that manages student data, scheduling, attendance, grade reporting, test scores, and more. The Aeries Users Conference is an opportunity for users to enhance their existing foundation of knowledge and share their experiences to better meet the needs of our schools. Staff will be able to attend a variety of online workshops to learn new features, develop ideas and techniques, and maintain required student data.

Participants:
Ricardo Jurado, Assistant Director, Assessment & Accountability
Diana Hawkins, Data Analyst
Celia Lopez, Student Data Technician
Amy Maravilla, Student Data Technician

Cost includes registration fees.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*1799

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Technology & Innovation Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900.0-00000-77000-5220-7620000               

Amount: $800.00

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14.E.2. Request Approval to Attend the ASU+GSV Summit Digital Learning Conference in San Diego, CA on April 4-6, 2022 (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval to attend the ASU+GSV Summit Digital Learning Conference in San Diego, CA on April 4-6, 2022.

Started in 2010 with a collaboration between Arizona State University (ASU) and Global Silicon Valley (GSV), the annual ASU+GSV Summit connects leading minds focused on transforming society and business around learning and work. The ASU+GSV Summit is an annual conference for everyone involved in the learning and talent innovation community. Staff will be provided with opportunities to learn best practices and connect with others to share ideas around education, technology, business, and the future of work.

This event gathers more than 33,500 entrepreneurs, business leaders, investors, policy makers, philanthropists, and educators from 135 countries globally to accelerate innovation in education and talent. The ASU+GSV Summit is a leading event of innovation and ingenuity that offers a look at the EdTech industry with groundbreaking research and quantitative insights.

Participant:
Patrick Gittisriboongul, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent, Technology and Innovation

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

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: 22*1763

Name of Funding Source and/or Location: LCAP - Technology & Innovation Department

Funding Account Number: 01.0-01900-00000-77000-5220-7620000               

Amount: $2,500.00

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

14.F. ADMINISTRATION (Consent Agenda)
14.F.1. Request Approval of Resolution No. 21-22/20, a Resolution of the Board of Education Supporting the Lynwood City Council’s Goal for Fiber City Lynwood, a Vision of Enabling All Lynwood Residents to Access and Adopt Broadband Internet Service that is Reliable and Affordable (Consent Item)
Rationale:

The administration requests approval of Resolution No. 21-22/20, a resolution of the Board of Education supporting the Lynwood City Council’s goal for Fiber City Lynwood, a vision of enabling all Lynwood residents to access and adopt broadband Internet service that is reliable and affordable.

 
Financial Impact:

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

Requisition # from BEST: N/A

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

Funding Account Number: N/A

Amount: N/A

Recommended Motion:

[X] Approval               [  ] Denial

Attachments:
Resolution No. 21-22/20 - Fiber City Lynwood
15. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION (Procedural Item)
16. ADJOURNMENT (Procedural Item)

Published: February 7, 2022, 4:36 PM

The resubmit was successful.