Regular Meeting of the Board of Education
Milpitas USD
November 14, 2017 6:00PM
Board Room, Building 500
1331 East Calaveras Boulevard,
Milpitas, CA
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Passed with a motion by Robert Jung and a second by Amin Fazal. |
Yes Daniel Bobay.
Yes Amin Fazal.
Yes Robert Jung.
Absent Hon Lien.
Absent Ms. Priyanshi Nigam.
Yes Chris Norwood.
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| President Bobay called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m. Board Member Hon Lien was absent until 6:20 p.m. due to an emergency plumbing issue at home. |
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_____ Dan Bobay
_____ Chris Norwood
_____ Hon Lien
_____ Robert Jung
_____ Amin Fazal
_____ Priyanshi Nigam, Student Board Representative
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| The Board may delete items from its posted agenda and may also add items to its posted agenda, pursuant to Govt. Code 54954.2, if such items to be added arise out of “emergency situations”, as defined under Govt. Code Sec. 54956.5.
Motion:_____ Second: _____ Action:______
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Passed with a motion by Robert Jung and a second by Amin Fazal. |
Yes Daniel Bobay.
Yes Amin Fazal.
Yes Robert Jung.
Yes Hon Lien.
Yes Ms. Priyanshi Nigam.
Yes Chris Norwood.
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Members of the public may address the Board on any subject not on tonight's agenda; however, provisions of the Brown Act (Government Code 54954.2(a) and .3) preclude any action. As an unagendized item, no response is required from the Board or District staff and no action can be taken; however, the Board may instruct the Superintendent to agendize the item for a future meeting.
If you would like to address the Board on any item on this agenda, please complete the green Request of Visitors form located near the entrance of the meeting room and hand it to the Communications Specialist. On the form, please list the agenda item(s) you would like to speak to. When your name is called, please come to the podium, state your name and address for the record, and limit your remarks to two minutes for individuals or five minutes for a group.
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Passed with a motion by Robert Jung and a second by Amin Fazal. |
Yes Daniel Bobay.
Yes Amin Fazal.
Yes Robert Jung.
Yes Hon Lien.
Yes Ms. Priyanshi Nigam.
Yes Chris Norwood.
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The meeting will adjourn to closed session to discuss and/or to take action on the following items. This part of the agenda is closed to the public. PERSONNEL (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957) Public Employment: Superintendent's Evaluation Certificated Manager, Assistant Principal Certificated Manager, Program Manager Classified Manager, Supervisor Discipline/dismissal/release CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6)
-Milpitas Teachers Association (MTA): Sid Haro, Assistant Superintendent of Human Relations
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| The Board convened to Closed Session at 6:05 p.m. |
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| The board reconvened in Open Session at 7:14 p.m. |
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Report on action(s) taken in Closed Session, if required, pursuant to CA Govt. Code Section 54957.1, including abstentions, if any by Board members present.
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| President Bobay announced that in Closed Session, the Board approved the Superintendent’s recommendation for an Elementary Assistant Principal, an Adult Ed Asst Principal and a Supervisor of Transportation/Grounds/Safety. Also, Closed Session will reconvene after Open Session adjourns this evening. |
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Motion:_____ Second: _____ Action:______
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| The flag salute was led by students from Curtner Elementary School: Kayla Sung, Pranav Shilwant, and Haleta Ayalew |
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Members of the public may address the Board on any subject not on tonight's agenda; however, provisions of the Brown Act (Government Code 54954.2(a) and .3) preclude any action. As an unagendized item, no response is required from the Board or District staff and no action can be taken; however, the Board may instruct the Superintendent to agendize the item for a future meeting.
If you would like to address the Board on any item on this agenda, please complete the green Request of Visitors form located near the entrance of the meeting room and hand it to the Communications Specialist. On the form, please list the agenda item(s) you would like to speak to. When your name is called, please come to the podium, state your name and address for the record, and limit your remarks to two minutes for individuals or five minutes for a group.
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Per Board Bylaw 9001, amended on February 28, 2017, Board members and the Superintendent agree to
1. Keep learning and achievement for all students as the primary focus.
2. Ask questions for our own understanding.
3. Be open and honest with each other.
4. No surprises.
5. Be aware that our behavior in the Milpitas community reflects on us as a team.
6. Communicate proactively with each other about topics, questions, and challenges in open session and in advance of public Board meetings in compliance with the Brown Act. 7. Participate in professional development and commit the time and energy necessary to be an informed and effective leader.
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Superintendent Cheryl Jordan will hold special recognitions as part of this evening's report. Board members will be asked to take a photo in front of the dais following each presentation: Tonight's honorees include: Coach Jeff Lamb for (1) CCS Good Sportsmanship award; MHS is one of only two schools in the Santa Clara Valley Athletic League to receive this citation. It is presented to schools that had no ejections for unsportsmanlike behavior by players, coaches, or fans during the entire school year. MHS has 41 teams, almost 1,000 athletes, 80-plus coaches, and fans who made this possible by practicing good sportsmanship throughout all three sports seasons, and (2) leading the MHS Lady Trojans to the CCS D1 Volleyball playoffs. Coach Kelly King for leading Milpitas High School student athletes to 200 wins and counting.
Representatives from the City of Milpitas for its part in organizing Manufacturing Day for MHS students: Economic Development Director Edesa Bitbadal, Economic Development Specialist Daniel Degu, and Economic Development Intern Zhenzhen Jiang.
Representatives from Cordis for its part in conducting Manufacturing Day for MHS students: Matt Dunn and Aaron Dederich. Bob Nunez, Rotary Club President, for $1,000 donation for Love4Learning program.
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Superintendent Jordan welcomed three new management employees to the District; Aven Magana as Adult Education Assistant Principal, David Kennedy as Elementary Assistant Principal at Weller, and Lee Riddley as Supervisor of Transportation/Grounds/Safety.
Superintendent Cheryl Jordan recognized the following honorees:
Coach Jeff Lamb for (1) CCS Good Sportsmanship award; MHS is one of only two schools in the Santa Clara Valley Athletic League to receive this citation. It is presented to schools that had no ejections for unsportsmanlike behavior by players, coaches, or fans during the entire school year. MHS has 41 teams, almost 1,000 athletes, 80-plus coaches, and fans who made this possible by practicing good sportsmanship throughout all three sports seasons, and (2) leading the MHS Lady Trojans to the CCS D1 Volleyball playoffs. The team finished with its best record in many years, 19-13.
Coach Kelly King for leading Milpitas High School student athletes to 200 wins and counting. Superintendent Jordan expressed her gratitude to Coach King for his many years of guiding and influencing student athletes, not just in sport activities, but in teaching them such things as fair play, good sportsmanship, and hard work.
Representatives from the City of Milpitas for its part in organizing Manufacturing Day for MHS students: Economic Development Director Edesa Bitbadal, Economic Development Specialist Daniel Degu, and Economic Development Intern Zhenzhen Jiang. Also, representatives from Cordis for its part in conducting Manufacturing Day for MHS students: Matt Dunn and Aaron Dederich. Superintendent Jordan shared that one student told her he had originally signed up to attend Manufacturing Day to avoid attending classes, but that the exposure that day to the activities within real companies opened his eyes to the possibilities. He thinks he has found his future career.
Bob Nunez, Rotary Club President, for $1,000 donation for Love4Learning program. This donation will help provide breakfasts for the families who attend the program. The program helps families learn how to be empowered for the children.
Superintendent Jordan also honored MUSD staff members who have served or are currently serving in the military, thanking them for their service both in the armed forces as well as their on-going service to their communities as members of MUSD, serving children and families.
Trustee Chris Norwood commented that it is important for the Board to recognize the many members of the local community because they are contributors to the success of our students, and doing the recognitions also serves as outreach to community organizations, who all help to move MUSD toward our goals. |
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Members of the Executive Cabinet will have recent significant information to present to the Governing Board on topics that are not on the agenda. Reports are limited to 3 minutes each.
-Business Services
-Learning and Development
-Human Relations
-Principal
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-Business Services – Assistant Superintendent, Wendy Zhang, shared 3 items. First, there have been so far three Cost Savings meetings with staff, getting ideas and input. Once complete, she will do a report to Board. Second, she is finalize first income budget update; will share in December. Our financial status improved a bit compared to last budget update. Lastly, staff has been working with staff from the City regarding coming up with a cost sharing agreement for the joint use some parts of our new school. There will be sharing of some parking lot areas, basketball court and some fields. Will bring the tentative agreement to Board for approval most likely in December.
-Learning and Development-Assistant Superintendent, Norma Rodriguez, has 5 items. 1. On Nov. 1, Day of Learning was held throughout the district. All the training was individualized to site needs, but aligned to LCAP goals. 2. On Nov. 7, teams of teachers (from Weller, Pomeroy, Russell, Rose, and some MHS) gathered to learn from each other. This was first of three meetings they will hold. 3. On Nov. 1 the “Take It Personally” parent workshops by Project Cornerstone started. 4. On Jan. 25, a Parent University will be held at Randall. 5. The Dual Immersion Program is doing more PR; they will have a filming crew tomorrow to create a short film to highlight the program. She is thinking of reaching out to partner with AMC (movie theatre). The program has published a trifold to deliver to all sites to bring greater awareness of the program to parents. Starting Dec. 1, Randall will provide weekly tours of the program.
-Human Relations - Assistant Superintendent, Sid Haro, has 3 items. First, on Nov 6, HR hosted new Administrators training; it covered Evaluations, trajectories of supervision, collective bargaining agreements, and practiced coaching. Secondly, on Nov 8, negotiations continued with MTA. Hopefully these will be done by Christmas. Lastly, today was his first “out to lunch” lunch meeting with the student he’s mentoring at Cal Hills; he feels this is great program.
-Principal, Rich Julian of Burnett, shared highlights in three categories; families, students, and teachers. First, Families, on Oct 28, held a Fun Run, organized by their very active Student Council and PTA. There were over 250 people participating. Secondly, Students – Primary students are enjoying their SEAL unit, and carrying out their Gallery Walk, where the students lead their parents, taking them around the room to share what they’ve learned. Intermediate students are engaged in their project-based learning units including daily life for native tribes of CA, body systems, and healthy living, culminating in a community health fair in a few months. Lastly, Teachers – they’re using a book, entitled ‘Growth Mindset’. They read a chapter or two each month and come together discuss the suggestions in the book to help both students and teachers to have a growth mindset, which is actually a core value of Burnett.
Jackie Vo Felbinger of Curtner- Regarding Community, Curtner is working with a foundation which has adopted Curtner and privately funds the balance for students who receive reduced lunch; so it’s free to the kids. Regarding Parents, Curtner has many amazing volunteers who organized their Stallion Stampede and the Curtner Art Program. Regarding Students, there’s the Student Council, and the Peacemaker Team. These are students who have received training in peer conflict resolution and are the first line of response. There’s also the Recess Recreation Teams, in development, where Intermediate kids run stations for Primary kids. Regarding Teachers, we’re focusing on our Tier 1 core instruction, doing assessments, making sure interventions are working, both academic and behavioral. |
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| BACKGROUND The cost of housing in Silicon Valley has become an issue. It has been a deterrent in recruiting efforts for some positions such as our Supervisor of Grounds/Transportation/Vehicle Maintenance. Housing is a concern for all of us, and the Board and Superintendent wish to explore different strategies to mitigate the impact of the high price of housing. Staff will bring forward potential opportunities for MUSD employee housing solutions throughout the school year. Housing Affordability for Teacher Stability(HATS), is a program jointly developed by an educator, a real estate developer, and a veteran builder, Goldbar Builders. Their program provides teachers and property owners the opportunity to work together to create an affordable housing solution, at the heart of the solution is the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). Greg Popovich of Goldbar Builders will present the HATS program to the Board for discussion and information on one possible solution for school employee housing.
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The Board and Superintendent Jordan wish to explore different strategies throughout the school year to mitigate the impact of housing issues and challenges faced by District employees.
One potential solution was presented by Goldbar Builders. The HATS Program (Housing Affordability for Teacher Stability), builds Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), or secondary dwelling units, to provide affordable, independent, living facilities on the same land parcel as single-family dwellings. These units could be made available to MUSD employees at a rental rate that would be below the market rate for a period of time, due to creative financing supported partially by local private employers' sponsorship.
Greg Popovich of Goldbar Builders shared that in a recent survey, "Seventy-five percent (75%) of a district's staff said housing costs will impact their decision to stay in the area." This turnover would affect the quality of education for students and ultimately also affect the quality of the workforce available to local employers.
Moving forward, District staff will conduct surveys with employees and local homeowners to determine if a sufficient level of interest and commitment exist to warrant pursuing this alternative housing option further.
Trustee Lien requested Mr. Popovich to make this presentation to the Rotary Club. Mr. Popovich said he would. |
Santa Clara County HATS Program
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BACKGROUND In March 2017, the State Board of Education and California Department of Education unveiled the California School Dashboard illustrating the new accountability system. This new system measures the performance and growth of local education agencies (LEAs) at the district, school and student subgroup levels. The Dashboard covers the State priorities established in the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) through the use of state and local indicators. The state indicators are based on data collected consistently across the state. The Local Indicators are measured using locally based data. MUSD uses the following data collection: Priority 1 Basic Services and Conditions (SARC and Williams’ Reports) Priority 2 Implementation of Academic Standards (Local Survey) Priority 3 Parent Engagement (Survey) Priority 6 School Climate (Local Survey & CHKS) The local indicators will be rated as “Met,” “Not Met,” or “Not Met for Two or More Years.” MUSD used the State approved standards and tools to rate the local indicators. The dashboard will be updated with Standards Met before December 1, 2017.
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Review and ask questions
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There is no financial impact.
Staff: Norma Rodriguez Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development
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| Learning and Development Asst. Superintendent Norma Rodriguez presented results of the local data collected. For Priority 1, we largely MET, but with a couple of misassignments, due primarily to the interns we have for Special Education. A misassignment is due to either a lack of a Clear Credential or a teacher teaching outside of his/her subject area. For Priority 2, teachers were surveyed; our scores ranged from 2.5 to 3.5 out of a possible score of 5. For Priority 3 and Priority 6, all parents were surveyed last month. There were 70 respondents to the survey, which seems to be a low number. Consequently, the survey questions will be reviewed, and the survey sent out again, with the results being reported at the Dec. 12 Board Meeting. |
California Dashboard Local Indicators
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Ballots are due to the Santa Clara County Office of Education by November 29, 2017 for electing members to the Santa Clara County Committee on School District Organization for the District 1, 3, and 5 seats. The candidates running for seats 1 and 3 are running unopposed, while District 5 has two candidates.
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Review the two candidates' qualifications in District 5.
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There is no financial impact. STAFF: Cheryl Jordan Superintendent |
Board Vice President, Chris Norwood, shared that ballots are due to the Santa Clara County Office of Education by Nov 29, 2017 for electing members to the SCC Committee on School District Organization for Districts 1, 3,and 5 seats. The candidates running for seats 1 and 3 are running unopposed, while District 5 has two candidates. Ellen Wheeler and Roy Rocklin. The Board reviewed the profiles of the two candidates, and then took a roll call vote.
Dan Bobay voted for Roy Rocklin
Chris Norwood voted for Roy Rocklin
Hon LIen voted for Roy Rocklin
Robert Jung voted for Ellen Wheeler
Amin Fazal voted for Roy Rocklin
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SCCOE Comittee Ballot and Candidate Info 2017
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Motion_RJ____ Second _HL____ Action__passed_unanim__
Superintendent Jordan presented the background to this document today.
Throughout the summer of 2017, District staff embarked on a listening campaign to identify areas for growth that would inform the MUSD Strategic Plan. Voler & Associates led the discussions held with parents and staff, and the Superintendent held a discussion with high school students to gather their thoughts about what would enhance and improve their learning experience in MUSD. Additionally, Voler analyzed the results of the ThoughtExchange online discussion forum that was initiated in March and April to gather input from parents, staff, and students (total 789) about the state of the district and areas of focus for our Local Control Accountability Plan(LCAP). At a special Board Study Session held at Milpitas High School on September 26, 2017, the Board reviewed the Stakeholders Summary Report and engaged in discussion with the public and staff about goals for our Strategic Plan. On October 2, 2017 the Board and Superintendent held a special meeting to review the first draft of goals that were derived from the discussion held on September 26th. The goals were revised as indicated in this document. Superintendent Jordan is bringing them to the Board for final approval.
Once approved, district staff will develop action plans that will serve to move the district forward in achieving our Strategic Plan Goals. The Strategic Plan will include our MUSD LCAP, and align all of our efforts in realizing our vision for our students. Staff will identify objectives and measurements for each, these will be updated annually for each of the three (3) years that this strategic plan is in place. This will be a detailed document to be included with the short one-page Strategic Plan Goals page.
The Strategic Plan goals will be our common goals, and leaders will be expected to take actions that will move us towards them, i.e. these will be the goals for the Superintendent’s evaluation. All of our documents and work will be aligned to these goals.
September 26, 2017 Board Study Session: MUSD Strategic Plan Development
Stakeholders Summary Report presented to Board 9/26/17
DRAFT 2018-2021 Strategic Plan Goals
• Build a Culture of We that engages parents, staff, and community partners in supporting student success.
• Improve communication systems for better outreach to parents, students and staff.
• Develop educational pathways that allow students to apply their passion in learning for their future careers.
• Focus services and support systems to ensure that all students are engaged in their learning and are making social, emotional and academic gains.
• Identify creative, student-focused strategies to accommodate enrollment growth and ensure healthy learning environments.
Trustee Robert Jung said he is fine with the goals but wants to challenge staff to find more tangible ways to measure performance and growth, other than surveys.
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Motion_____ Second _____ Action_____
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| Throughout the summer of 2017 we embarked on a listening campaign to identify areas for growth that would inform our MUSD Strategic Plan. Voler & Associates led the discussions held with parents and staff, and the Superintendent held a discussion with high school students to gather their thoughts about what would enhance and improve their learning experience in MUSD. Additionally, Voler analyzed the results of the ThoughtExchange online discussion forum that was initiated in March and April to gather input from parents, staff, and students (total 789) about the state of the district and areas of focus for our Local Control Accountability Plan(LCAP). At a special Board Study Session held at Milpitas High School on September 26, 2017, the Board reviewed the Stakeholders Summary Report and engaged in discussion with the public and staff about goals for our Strategic Plan. On October 2, 2017 the Board and Superintendent held a special meeting to review the first draft of goals that were derived from the discussion held on September 26th. The goals were revised as indicated in this document, the Superintendent is bringing them to the Board for final approval. Once approved, district staff will develop action plans that will serve to move the district forward in achieving our Strategic Plan Goals. The Strategic Plan will include our MUSD LCAP, and align all of our efforts in realizing our vision for our students. Staff will identify objectives and measurements for each, these will be updated annually for each of the three (3) years that this strategic plan is in place. This will be a detailed document to be included with the short one-page Strategic Plan Goals page. The Strategic Plan goals will be our common goals, and leaders will be expected to take actions that will move us towards them, i.e. these will be the goals for the Superintendent’s evaluation. All of our documents and work will be aligned to these goals. September 26, 2017 Board Study Session: MUSD Strategic Plan Development Stakeholders Summary Report presented to Board 9/26/17
DRAFT 2018-2021 Strategic Plan Goals - Build a Culture of We that engages parents, staff, and community partners in supporting student success.
- Improve communication systems for better outreach to parents, students and staff.
- Develop educational pathways that allow students to apply their passion in learning for their future careers.
- Focus services and support systems to ensure that all students are engaged in their learning and are making social, emotional and academic gains.
- Identify creative, student-focused strategies to accommodate enrollment growth and ensure healthy learning environments.
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| Approve the 2018-21 MUSD Strategic Plan Goals so that staff can begin process of identifying objectives, action plan, and measurement outcomes. Staff will bring the plan to the Board on a quarterly basis to provide progress updates in meeting the Strategic Plan Goals.
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Approve the 2018-21 MUSD Strategic Plan Goals so that staff can begin process of identifying objectives, action plan, and measurement outcomes. Staff will bring the plan to the Board on a quarterly basis to provide progress updates in meeting the Strategic Plan Goals.
Passed with a motion by Robert Jung and a second by Hon Lien. |
Yes Daniel Bobay.
Yes Amin Fazal.
Yes Robert Jung.
Yes Hon Lien.
Yes Ms. Priyanshi Nigam.
Yes Chris Norwood.
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Approve the 2018-21 MUSD Strategic Plan Goals so that staff can begin process of identifying objectives, action plan, and measurement outcomes. Staff will bring the plan to the Board on a quarterly basis to provide progress updates in meeting the Strategic Plan Goals.
Passed with a motion by Robert Jung and a second by Hon Lien. |
Yes Daniel Bobay.
Yes Amin Fazal.
Yes Robert Jung.
Yes Hon Lien.
Yes Ms. Priyanshi Nigam.
Yes Chris Norwood.
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Superintendent Jordan recapped the process by which District staff have now arrived at the Strategic Plan Goals and presented the draft to the Board today for final approval. (The process included discussions held with parents, staff and students; having a 3rd party analyze the results of an online discussion forum; a special Board Study Session at MHS on 9.26.17; and a special Board review on 10.2.17.) The goals are:
DRAFT 2018-2021 Strategic Plan Goals
Build a Culture of We that engages parents, staff, and community partners in supporting student success.
Improve communication systems for better outreach to parents, students and staff.
Develop educational pathways that allow students to apply their passion in learning for their future careers.
Focus services and support systems to ensure that all students are engaged in their learning and are making social, emotional and academic gains.
Identify creative, student-focused strategies to accommodate enrollment growth and ensure healthy learning environments.
Trustee Robert Jung added that he is fine with the goals but wants to challenge staff to find more tangible ways to measure performance and growth, other than surveys. |
Draft MUSD Strategic Plan Goals
Strategic Plan Stakeholders Summary Report 9.26.17
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1) Conduct public hearing Open the public hearing Motion_____ Second _____ Action_____ Close the public hearing Motion_____ Second _____ Action_____ 2) Adopt Resolution 2018.10 approving a School Facilities Needs Analysis and consider the adoption of alternative school facility fees Motion_____ Second _____ Action_____
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BACKGROUND: The Board approved the collection of Level II school facility fees on November 15, 2016. School districts must requalify for Level II fees annually. A School Facilities Needs Analysis has been prepared for this year and the District is justified in collecting $4.34 per square foot.
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1) Conduct a public hearing 2) Adopt the Level II alternative school facility fees for residential developments in the amount of $4.34. This fee is effective for one year beginning November 15, 2017.
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Open a public hearing. Passed with a motion by Chris Norwood and a second by Robert Jung. |
Yes Daniel Bobay.
Yes Amin Fazal.
Yes Robert Jung.
Yes Hon Lien.
Yes Ms. Priyanshi Nigam.
Yes Chris Norwood.
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Close the public hearing. Passed with a motion by Hon Lien and a second by Robert Jung. |
Yes Daniel Bobay.
Yes Amin Fazal.
Yes Robert Jung.
Yes Hon Lien.
Yes Ms. Priyanshi Nigam.
Yes Chris Norwood.
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Adopt the Level II alternative school facility fees for residential developments in the amount of $4.34. This fee is effective for one year beginning November 15, 2017.
Passed with a motion by Chris Norwood and a second by Amin Fazal. |
Yes Daniel Bobay.
Yes Amin Fazal.
Yes Robert Jung.
Yes Hon Lien.
Yes Ms. Priyanshi Nigam.
Yes Chris Norwood.
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STAFF: Wendy Zhang, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services
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| Business Services Assistant Superintendent, Wendy Zhang, explained our Level II Developer Fee expires tomorrow, so we need to adopt this to continue the collection. The current rate is $4.15 per square foot; the new rate is $4.34 per square foot. Current total revenue is $1.5 million. The fee is effective for one year beginning Nov. 15, 2017. |
Res 2018.10 School Facility Needs Analysis
School Facility Needs Analysis for MUSD
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BACKGROUND The CA State Board of Education has adopted a resolution designating November 2017 as National Native American Heritage Month. In light of our Culture of We, District staff would like to recognize and honor the Native American heritage, culture, traditions and contributions of the students, parents and community members who add to the rich diversity of our district. We would like to raise awareness that our national history is the story of many peoples, and that there is a common humanity underlying all people.
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Approve Resolution 2018.11 Recognizing and honoring Native American Heritage Month
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Approve Resolution 2018.11 Recognizing and honoring Native American Heritage Month
Passed with a motion by Chris Norwood and a second by Robert Jung. |
Yes Daniel Bobay.
Yes Amin Fazal.
Yes Robert Jung.
Yes Hon Lien.
Yes Ms. Priyanshi Nigam.
Yes Chris Norwood.
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There is no financial impact. STAFF: Cheryl Jordan, Superintendent |
| In light of our Culture of We, Superintendent Jordan wants to recognize and honor the Native American heritage, culture, traditions and contributions of the students, parents and community members who add to the rich diversity of our district. |
Resolution Native American Heritage Month
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Consent items are considered routine and will be acted upon by the Board in one motion. There is no discussion on these items prior to the motion unless members of the Board, staff, or public request that specific items be tabled, or removed for discussion or correction.
Motion:______ Second:_____ Action:_____
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Approve all Consent Items with the exception of 16D. Passed with a motion by Hon Lien and a second by Chris Norwood. |
Yes Daniel Bobay.
Yes Amin Fazal.
Yes Robert Jung.
Yes Hon Lien.
Yes Ms. Priyanshi Nigam.
Yes Chris Norwood.
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| Approve all Consent Items, withe exception of 16D. Passed with a motion by Hon Lien and a second by Chris Norwood. |
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Approve Consent Item 16D. Passed with a motion by Robert Jung and a second by Hon Lien. |
Yes Daniel Bobay.
Yes Amin Fazal.
Yes Robert Jung.
Yes Hon Lien.
Yes Ms. Priyanshi Nigam.
Yes Chris Norwood.
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Trustee Jung asked for clarification on PO 820972 for MHS Yearbooks purchase. Asst. Superintendent Zhang clarified that this is not a real expense since the money returns to the District once students purchase their yearbooks. Trustee Jung also asked about 821025 for PSAT. Asst. Supt. Zhang clarified this expense covers the whole Junior class. Also, 820965, which Asst. Supt Zhang clarified was due to a BioTech grant.
Trustee Lien asked for clarification on PO 820979 and 820821018; both are for Worth’s Chocolate and for the same elementary school. Asst. Supt. Zhang clarified this is for their fundraiser. The money will return to the school’s fund, and whichever class did the fundraising, the teacher will benefit.
Motion: RJ Second: AF Action: Passed unanim.
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P.O. Board Report 11.14.17
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Burnett Elementary - 72 students and 18 adults will visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium on October 26 and return the same day. The group will use a chartered bus from Royal Coach. Rose Elementary - 76 students and 2 adults will attend Walden West Outdoor School in Cupertino, departing on November 28 and returning on December 1, 2017. The group will use a chartered bus from First Student. Milpitas High School -6 students and 1 adult will attend the La Costa Canyon Speech and Debate Tournament in Carlsbad, CA, departing on December 7 and returning on December 11. The group will use airplane and private vehicle. Milpitas High School - 45 students and 6 adults will attend Science Olympiad in Sacramento on January 6, 2018 and return the same day. The group will use a chartered bus from San Jose Charters.
Zanker Elementary - 91 students and 15 adults will visit the Mission San Juan Bautista on January 12, 2018 and return the same day. The group will use a chartered bus from First Charter (First Student). Sinnott Elementary - 111 students and 22 adults will visit Mission San Juan Bautista on Februrary 2, 2018 and return the same day. The group will use a chartered bus from First Student. Spangler Elementary - 66 students and 18 adults will visit Columbia State Historic Park on March 27, 2018 and return the same day. The group will use a chartered bus from Fremont Unified School District. |
Field Trip 11.14.17
Field Trips 11.14.17
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The Milpitas Rotary Club has donated $1,000 to the MUSD Love4Literacy program.
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Donation from Rotary Club $1,000
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BACKGROUND Beginning last summer’s recruiting season we advertised for school psychologists on these recruiting sites and/or participated at these job fairs; Edjoin, Eduprenuers, SJSU, California Association of School Psychologists, Stanford, SCCOE EPIC program, Cal State East Bay, Santa Clara U, CSU Stanislaus, Berkeley, National and USF. We reached out through our personal connections with prior school districts and the Special Education Local Plan Areas in our recruiting efforts. One reason presented for not coming to MUSD to work as a school psychologist is the difference in salary schedules where some districts have the psychologists on a separate and higher pay schedule from other certificated staff. We are continuing our search for permanent school psychologists.
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Cost estimated to be $102,600.00 for the 2017-2018 School Year. STAFF: Norma Rodriguez Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development Carla Crenshaw Director, Student Services
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AlphaVista - Venditti-Wise
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BACKGROUND Attached is a list of items which have been identified by sites and departments as non-operable, stolen, broken, damaged, or are beyond repair.
Total Items to Obsolete: 6 Total Dollar Amount to Obsolete: $25,211
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Approve the Obsolete Equipment list of 11.14.17
Staff: Kelly Ng, Purchasing/Contracts/Bond Budget Manager Wendy Zhang, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services
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Obsolete Inventory
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This part of the agenda provides School Board members the opportunity to report on their activities as elected representatives. School Board members may request the placement of items in future Board agenda, relay information from the community, or request information from staff. The student Board representative reports on school and student activities.
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Trustee Chris Norwood: attended last Saturday’s Celebration of Life for Noel Jackson, the Love4Literacy at Randall, the New Administrators Academy at District Office, the PLP Session with different schools’ teachers, and the Curtner Stampede.
Trustee Amin Fazal: attended Harvest Festivals at Weller, Sinnott, and Randall, the ACSA event at SJ Convention Center, and the Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE) at Rancho for Hispanic Families.
Trustee Hon Lien: attended last Saturday’s Celebration of Life for Noel Jackson, the Joint Communication Committee Meeting with the City, the PIQE graduation with the Vietnamese Families, several Volleyball and Football games, and the Veterans Celebration at the City.
Trustee Robert Jung: helped with the MHS PTSA collections fundraiser, attended Harvest Festivals at Randall, Rancho, and Weller, spoke at the Weller Parent University, attended the Curtner Stallion Stampede, and a STEM Middle School girls program in which the girls receive 1:1 weekly mentoring from professionals through April to encourage their pursuit of STEM career fields. Also attended the Monthly Chamber Meeting, and the Jack Emery Drive Kickoff event.
President Dan Bobay: attended last Saturday’s Celebration of Life for Noel Jackson, and tomorrow is leaving for the Ca Regional Occupational Program Convention in Southern California, returning Friday afternoon. |
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November 28, 2017 - Closed Session: 6pm. Open Session: 7pm. 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., Board Room, Bldg. 500 December 12, 2017 - Closed Session: 6pm. Open Session: 7pm. 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., Board Room, Bldg. 500 January 9, 2018 - Closed Session: 6pm. Open Session: 7pm. 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., Board Room, Bldg. 500
January 23, 2018 - Closed Session: 6pm. Open Session: 7pm. 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., Board Room, Bldg. 500
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November 28, 2017 - Closed Session: 6pm. Open Session: 7pm. 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., Board Room, Bldg. 500
December 12, 2017 - Closed Session: 6pm. Open Session: 7pm. 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., Board Room, Bldg. 500
January 9, 2018 - Closed Session: 6pm. Open Session: 7pm. 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., Board Room, Bldg. 500
January 23, 2018 - Closed Session: 6pm. Open Session: 7pm. 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., Board Room, Bldg. 500, with a joint session portion with SJECCD at the SJECCD Extension on 1450 Escuela Parkway.
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Trustee Fazal reminded all of the CCS Championship game on 11/17.
Trustee Jung shared that this Sunday, the Milpitas Education Endowment is hosting its second program, at Christ Community Church, a Teen Depression and Suicide discussion; all parents are invited.
Superintendent Jordan reminded all that tomorrow at Rancho is the On The Table meeting regarding housing. So far ten people have RSVPed. |
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The Open Session meeting adjourned at 10:12 p.m. after a moment of silence for the four victims of the shooting today in Tehama County in Northern California. Police say the death toll could have been much worse had Rancho Tehama Elementary School not ordered an immediate lockdown.
The Board adjourned to Closed Session at 10:13 p.m.
The Board reconvened to Open Session at 10:55 p.m. with the announcement that No Action was Taken in Closed Session.
The Meeting adjourned at 10:56 p.m.
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All disclosable public records related to an agenda item for discussion in open session of a regular meeting of the Board of Education and distributed to all or majority of the Board members less than 72 hours prior to that meeting, shall be made available for public inspection at the same time the writing is distributed to all or majority of the Board members. Any such writings will be made available for public inspection during business hours in the Superintendent’s Office Bldg. 100, 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Barring technical difficulties, such writings will also be posted on the District’s web site at www.musd.org. |
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| Present | Daniel Bobay |
| Present | Amin Fazal |
| Present | Robert Jung |
| Present | Hon Lien |
| Present | Ms. Priyanshi Nigam |
| Present | Chris Norwood |
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