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Board of Trustees Meeting
Galt Jt. Union HSD
January 13, 2022 6:00PM
Via Zoom Teleconference 5:00 pm – Closed Session 6:00 pm - Open Session

1. OPENING BUSINESS (Procedural Item)
1.1. Call to Order (Procedural Item)
1.2. Roll Call (Procedural Item)
1.3. Discussion and Possible Approval of Resolution No. 2122-13 Authorizing Use of Remote Teleconferencing Provisions to AB 361 and Governmental Code Section 54953 (Action Item)
Speaker:
L. Pettis
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Consistent with Government Code Section 54953, on December 16, 2021 the Board adopted Resolution 2122-10, finding that meeting in person would present imminent risks to the health or safety of attendees.

The Board will discuss and consider adopting Resolution 2122-13, to make a finding after reconsidering the state of emergency, that the current circumstances meet the requirements of AB 361 and Government Code Section 54953 for the Board to continue conducting meetings remotely.

Attachments:
Resolution No 2122-13 Remote Teleconference AB361
1.4. Public Comment on Closed Session Topics (Information Item)
1.5. Convene to Closed Session (Procedural Item)
2. CLOSED SESSION (Procedural Item)
2.1. Pending Litigation (Procedural Item)Confidential agenda item.
2.2. Conference with Labor Negotiators (Discussion Item)Confidential agenda item.
2.3. Return to Open Session (Discussion Item)Confidential agenda item.
3. OPEN SESSION (Procedural Item)
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Note: Open Session of this Board Meeting may be video recorded and available for viewing at the District’s website at https://www.ghsd.us. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to view this video, please contact the Superintendent’s Office at (209) 745-3061
3.1. Public Session Call to Order (Procedural Item)
3.2. Pledge of Allegiance (Procedural Item)
3.3. Roll Call (Procedural Item)
3.4. Report Actions Taken in Closed Session (Information Item)
3.5. Approval of Agenda (Action Item)
Quick Summary / Abstract:

 

Recommended Motion:

Approval of Agenda

4. PUBLIC COMMENT (Topics Not on the Agenda) (Procedural Item)
Quick Summary / Abstract:

**Opportunity for Citizens to address items not on the Agenda. Persons wishing to address the Board on any school related issue not listed elsewhere on the agenda are invited to do so now. Please note that the Board may not take action on any item which is not on this agenda and members will not engage in a discussion or attempt to answer questions. Any questions that you ask may be referred to a member of the Superintendent’s staff for investigation, a later response or to obtain additional information from you. Your comments or presentation should be limited to three minutes or less pending Board President approval.

5. COMMUNITY / SCHOOL PRESENTATIONS (Information Item)
5.1. Student Board Representatives' Updates (Information Item)
5.2. Second Public Hearing Regarding Potential Composition of Trustee Areas Prior to Drawing of Maps, Pursuant to Elections Code Section 10010(a)(1) (Procedural Item)
Speaker:
C. Reihl
Quick Summary / Abstract:
The Galt Joint Union High School District’s Board of Education is currently elected under an “at-large” election system, where Board members are elected by voters of the entire District.  Cities, public entities and other school districts have recently had their at-large election systems challenged under the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA).  On April 14, 2020, the Board adopted Resolution No. 1920-14, signaling its intent to transition to by-trustee area elections upon the release of the 2020 Federal Census data.  In a by-trustee area election system, each Board member must reside within the designated trustee area boundary and is elected only by the voters in that trustee area. With the recent release of the 2020 Census data, the Board is set to begin the process to adopt by-trustee area elections.
Recommended Motion:
Hold Public Hearing
5.3. Recognition of Galt Adult School Graduates (Information Item)
Speaker:
R. Lemmon
5.4. Watchlist Status (Information Item)
Speaker:
L. Pettis
Quick Summary / Abstract:
At the July 23, 2020 Special Board meeting, the board and staff agreed that each board meeting should have a standing item to report to the board the status of the COVID-19 pandemic and implications for schools, students, staff, and operations.  This item will remain on all regular school board meeting agendas until such time as it is deemed no longer necessary to report. 
5.5. The State of Instruction: Remote Learning (Information Item)
Speaker:
S. Duncan
Quick Summary / Abstract:
At the July 23, 2020 Special Board meeting, the board and staff agree that each board meeting should have a standing item to report to the board the status of instructional delivery in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.  The progress of these efforts will be tracked at regular school board meetings.  This item will remain on all regular school board meeting agendas until such time as it is deemed no longer necessary to report. 
6. CONSENT (Consent Agenda)
Quick Summary / Abstract:
 
6.1. Ratify Personnel Action Report (Classified) (Action Item)
Speaker:
A. Rickenbach
Quick Summary / Abstract:
The Personnel Action Report (Classified) provides a monthly update regarding changes in classified staffing.

Rationale:
The attached report summarizes classified personnel changes for the past month.

 
Financial Impact:
Costs of these positions are represented in the district's budget.

Recommended Motion:
That the Board Ratify Personnel Action Report (Classified).

Attachments:
Personnel Action Report - Classified - 01-13-22
6.2. Ratify Personnel Action Report (Certificated) (Action Item)
Speaker:
A. Rickenbach
Quick Summary / Abstract:
The Personnel Action Report (Certificated) provides a monthly update regarding changes in certificated staffing.

Rationale:
The attached report summarizes certificated personnel changes for the past month.

 
Financial Impact:
Costs of these positions are represented in the district's budget.

Recommended Motion:

That the Board Ratify Personnel Action Report (Certificated).


Attachments:
Personnel Action Report - Certificated - 01-13-22
6.3. Approve Warrants (Action Item)
Speaker:
C. Reihl
Attachments:
Dec/Jan Warrants
6.4. Approve Meeting Minutes from Special Board Meeting - December 15, 2021; and Regular Board Meeting - December 16, 2021 (Action Item)
Speaker:
L. Pettis
Attachments:
MINUTES - Regular Board Meeting 12.16.21
MINUTES - Special Board Meeting 12.15.21
6.5. 2022 Field Trip to Ashland, Oregon on April 8-10, 2022 (Action Item)
Speaker:
S. Brown
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Theatre students have been attending the Oregon Shakespeare Festival for many years.  In 2020, the trip was cancelled due to Covid and was not possible in 2021 for the same reason.  This year we will be bringing seven students and two teacher chaperones on this 3-day event.  The students will attend theatre plays at the festival and one play at the Cabaret Theatre.  They will also receive educational opportunities through workshops, festival actor discussions and a backstage tour. 

Pillar #3: Culture of Continuous Learning

Pillar #4: Safe Climate and Strong Relationships

Rationale:
All overnight out-of-state field trips need Board approval.
 
Financial Impact:

$3,500 to be paid by Galt High School and Liberty Ranch High School VAPA 

01-0000-0-5800-100-1335-1000-000 (GHS VAPA)

The cost per teacher is $150 for lodging and $135 for a single day substitute.  Chaperones will be driving a district van for which mileage reimbursement will be paid to the Transportation Department.  The total costs of this trip have been based on a planned budget determined by quotes given by vendors.  The cost may fluctuate until Board approval; when we can commit to our contracts. 

Recommended Motion:
Requesting Board approval for the Ashland Field Trip.
Attachments:
2022 Field Trip to Ashland, Oregon on April 8-10, 2022
6.6. Approval of Comprehensive School Safety Plan: Estrellita High School (Action Item)Was edited within 72 hours of the Meeting
Speaker:
R. Lemmon
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Each year, Estrellita High School reviews, modifies if necessary, and submits a comprehensive school safety plan for Board approval.  Comprehensive school safety plans are initially discussed and signed off by all members of each site's school safety committee before submitting to the Director of Student Services for final review.  Upon approval by the Director of Student Services, the comprehensive school safety plan is brought before the Board of Trustees for review and official approval for the current academic year.
Rationale:
In addition to routine annual safety plan submission, site committee leaders will be asked to transfer their comprehensive school safety plans electronically into the Document Tracking Services online platform for improved accessibility and future editing.  The Document Tracking Services online platform will serve as the definitive location for each site's Board approved annual comprehensive school safety plan.
 
Recommended Motion:
If no revisions or modifications are deemed necessary by the Board of Trustees, full approval of each site's comprehensive school safety plan for 2021-2022 is proposed. 
Attachments:
EHS Emergency CSSP 2021-2022
6.7. Approval of Comprehensive School Safety Plan: Galt High School (Action Item)Was edited within 72 hours of the Meeting
Speaker:
K. Beck
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Each year, Galt High School reviews, modifies if necessary, and submits a comprehensive school safety plan for Board approval.  Comprehensive school safety plans are initially discussed and signed off by all members of each site's school safety committee before submitting to the Director of Student Services for final review.  Upon approval by the Director of Student Services, the comprehensive school safety plan is brought before the Board of Trustees for review and official approval for the current academic year.
Rationale:
In addition to routine annual safety plan submission, site committee leaders will be asked to transfer their comprehensive school safety plans electronically into the Document Tracking Services online platform for improved accessibility and future editing.  The Document Tracking Services online platform will serve as the definitive location for each site's Board approved annual comprehensive school safety plan.
 
Recommended Motion:
If no revisions or modifications are deemed necessary by the Board of Trustees, full approval of each site's comprehensive school safety plan for 2021-2022 is proposed. 
Attachments:
GHS Emergency CSSP 2021-2022
6.8. Approval of Comprehensive School Safety Plan: Liberty Ranch High School (Action Item)
Speaker:
J. Saramago
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Each year, Liberty Ranch High School reviews, modifies if necessary, and submits a comprehensive school safety plan for Board approval.  Comprehensive school safety plans are initially discussed and signed off by all members of each site's school safety committee before submitting to the Director of Student Services for final review.  Upon approval by the Director of Student Services, the comprehensive school safety plan is brought before the Board of Trustees for review and official approval for the current academic year.
Rationale:
In addition to routine annual safety plan submission, site committee leaders will be asked to transfer their comprehensive school safety plans electronically into the Document Tracking Services online platform for improved accessibility and future editing.  The Document Tracking Services online platform will serve as the definitive location for each site's Board approved annual comprehensive school safety plan.
 
Recommended Motion:
If no revisions or modifications are deemed necessary by the Board of Trustees, full approval of each site's comprehensive school safety plan for 2021-2022 is proposed. 
Attachments:
LRHS Emergency CSSP 2021-2022
6.9. Approval of School Plan for Student Achievement: Estrellita High School (Consent Item)
Speaker:
R. Lemmon
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Pursuant to California Education Code Section 64001 and the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act, schools that receive state and federal funds through the Consolidated Application, Reporting System and ESEA program Improvement funds, are required to develop a School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) focusing on creating a cycle for continuous student improvement.



Financial Impact:

Categorical funds are part of the School Plan for Student Achievement and require Board approval to authorize expenditures proposed in the plan.



Recommended Motion:

Approval of School Plan for Student Achievement for Estrellita High School.



Attachments:
2021 School Plan for Student Achievement - EHS
6.10. Approval of School Plan for Student Achievement: Galt High School (Consent Item)
Speaker:
K. Beck
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Pursuant to California Education Code Section 64001 and the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act, schools that receive state and federal funds through the Consolidated Application, Reporting System and ESEA program Improvement funds, are required to develop a School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) focusing on creating a cycle for continuous student improvement.



Financial Impact:

Categorical funds are part of the School Plan for Student Achievement and require Board approval to authorize expenditures proposed in the plan.



Recommended Motion:

Approval of School Plan for Student Achievement for Galt High School.



Attachments:
2021 School Plan for Student Achievement - GHS
6.11. Approval of School Plan for Student Achievement: Liberty Ranch High School (Consent Item)
Speaker:
J. Saramago
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Pursuant to California Education Code Section 64001 and the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act, schools that receive state and federal funds through the Consolidated Application, Reporting System and ESEA program Improvement funds, are required to develop a School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) focusing on creating a cycle for continuous student improvement.



Financial Impact:

Categorical funds are part of the School Plan for Student Achievement and require Board approval to authorize expenditures proposed in the plan.



Recommended Motion:

Approval of School Plan for Student Achievement for Liberty Ranch High School.



Attachments:
2021 School Plan for Student Achievement - LRHS
7. DISCUSSION/ACTION (Procedural Item)
7.1. Approve the Revised 2022 Board of Trustees Meeting Agenda Timeline (Action Item)
Speaker:
L. Pettis
Quick Summary / Abstract:
The current 2022 Board of Trustees Meeting Agenda timeline lists April 14 as a regular Board Meeting date which falls during Spring Break. The District would like to amend the April 14 date to April 7. 
Attachments:
2022 Board of Trustees Meeting Agenda Timeline Rev. 1
7.2. Approve Contract with International Center for Leadership in Education (Action Item)
Speaker:
S. Duncan
Quick Summary / Abstract:

As part of our efforts to improve student outcomes for all students, the District is interested in working with the International Center for Leadership to conduct a comprehensive needs assessment and develop a strategic professional learning plan for our staff.  

This process will involve a series of surveys of staff, students, and families about their perceptions of the instructional program we offer in our high schools.  Then, instructional experts will spend several days visiting classrooms and interviewing teachers, staff, and students to learn more about the instructional program.  Using this information, they will develop a comprehensive report with strengths and areas for improvement.  Finally, they will work with district and site administrators to prioritize needs and to develop a strategic professional learning plan to best support our staff and improve student achievement. 

Financial Impact:
$64,150 to be paid from Educator Effectiveness Block Grant 
Recommended Motion:
Approve Contract with International Center for Leadership in Education
Attachments:
International Center for Leadership in Education Overview of Services
Scope of Work for Comprehensive Needs Assessment by ICLE
7.3. Approve Purchase of SchooLinks College and Career Readiness Platform (Action Item)
Speaker:
S. Duncan
Quick Summary / Abstract:

The District sees a need to provide students with a comprehensive platform which will support their efforts to prepare them for their future career path.  SchooLinks provides all students with a platform to meet this need which includes the capability to:

  • Develop a 4-year academic plan through high school, including CTE pathways
  • Research and identify careers of interest
  • Research colleges, trade schools, internships, and job opportunities available to them
  • Complete and manage college and scholarship applications, FAFSA, transcript requests, letter of recommendation requests
  • Track service and volunteer hours


Financial Impact:
$12,905 annually to be paid from A-G Completion Improvement Grant
Recommended Motion:
Approve Purchase of SchooLinks College and Career Readiness Platform
Attachments:
Quote for SchooLinks College and Career Readiness Platform
8. INFORMATION/STUDY (Action Item)
8.1. Enrollment Report (Information Item)
Speaker:
C. Reihl
Quick Summary / Abstract:

This is a regular informational item. 

Attachments:
Enrollment Numbers 21-22
8.2. Principals' Reports (Information Item)
Speaker:
K. Beck/J. Saramago/R. Lemmon
8.3. Superintendent's Report (Information Item)
Speaker:
L. Pettis
8.4. Board Committee Reports (Information Item)
Speaker:
Board
8.5. Board Members' Reports (Action Item)
9. ADJOURNMENT (Procedural Item)

Published: January 10, 2022, 3:09 PM

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