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Virtual Special Meeting of the Board of Education
Elk Grove USD
April 14, 2021 3:30PM
VIRTUAL BOARD WORKSHOP/TRAINING VIA ZOOM, April 13, 2021 - Part I of Training, April 14, 2021 - Part II of Training, Open Session - 3:30 p.m.

Mission Statement:
Elk Grove Unified School District will provide a learning community that challenges ALL students to realize their greatest potential.
. NOTICE: Board Workshop/Training Information for April 13, 2021 - Part I of Training, Open Session - 3:30 p.m., April 14, 2021 - Part II of Training, Open Session - 3:30 p.m.
Quick Summary / Abstract:

http://www.egusd.net/about/leadership/board-of-education/virtual-egusd-board-workshops-april-13-14/

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-29-20, which temporarily suspends provisions of the Brown Act to public meetings. As such, Elk Grove Unified School District Board members will be conducting the open session of the Special Board Meeting via Zoom video/teleconferencing.

 

Zoom Online Meeting Platform

Zoom is an online meeting platform that will be used by the Elk Grove Unified School District Board of Education during the current State social distancing and shelter at home order. Those who wish to view the meeting will need an internet connection and device. Zoom is compatible with Windows and Apple computers, along with iPhones, iPads, Chromebooks and Android devices. The device must have working speakers to hear the meeting.

Please note:  If Zoom is not currently installed on a computer or device, Zoom will ask to download a small app to the computer or device. Please accept the install to continue to the Zoom meeting. Zoom will only need to install the app the first time a computer or device is used with Zoom. Mobile device users can install the Zoom app prior to a meeting by visiting their app store. ZOOM Cloud Meetings is the name of the app. 

April 13, 2021  Part 1 of Board Workshop/Training – Join the meeting via the Zoom link below:

https://egusd-net.zoom.us/j/84432735132

 

April 14, 2021 Part 2 of Board Workshop/Training – Join the meeting via the Zoom link below:

https://egusd-net.zoom.us/j/83652927883


NOTICE:  Public Comment for Items on the Agenda

If you wish to address the Board on an item on the Special Board Meeting agenda, the public comment form must be submitted prior to 2:00 p.m. on April 13, 2021.  Please be sure to complete the form indicating the item you wish to address and whether it will be read by a staff member or if you would like to speak live via Zoom during public comment on April 13, 2021.  Individuals with comments on general school district issues may address those at a regularly scheduled meeting.  The total amount of time allocated to present electronic speaker cards to the Board will be limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes, with a total of thirty (30) minutes designated for public comment on an item. Time limitations are at the discretion of the President of the Board of Trustees.

The link to the public comment form is located on the District's website at the link listed above.


The Zoom meeting will be recorded (video and audio) and will be made available on the Elk Grove Unified School District’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/elkgroveunified



. April 13, 2021, Part I of Training, 3:30 p.m. - CALL MEETING TO ORDER
. OPEN SESSION VIA ZOOM: April 13, 2021, Board Workshop/Training Part I - 3:30 pm.
.I. Pledge of Allegiance
.II. Opening & Review of Part I of Governance Training
Speaker:
Michael J. Merchant, Senior Executive Consultant Governance Trainer and Facilitator
Recommended Motion:
The Board will receive information about today's governance training.
Rationale:
Michael J. Merchant will provide the Board with information about today's governance training.
 
.III. Public Comment for Part I & II of Board Workshop/Training
Rationale:

NOTICE:  Public Comment for Items on the Agenda

If you wish to address the Board on an item on the Special Board Meeting agenda, the public comment form must be submitted prior to 2:00 p.m. on April 13, 2021.  Please be sure to complete the form indicating the item you wish to address and whether it will be read by a staff member or if you would like to speak live via Zoom during public comment on April 13, 2021.  Individuals with comments on general school district issues may address those at a regularly scheduled meeting.  The total amount of time allocated to present electronic speaker cards to the Board will be limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes, with a total of thirty (30) minutes designated for public comment on an item. Time limitations are at the discretion of the President of the Board of Trustees.

The link to the public comment form is located on the District's website: 

http://www.egusd.net/about/leadership/board-of-education/virtual-egusd-board-workshops-april-13-14/

 
.IV. Governance Training for the Board of Education
Speaker:
Michael J. Merchant
Recommended Motion:
The Board will receive Governance Training.
Rationale:

Board Governance training will be facilitated by Michael Merchant.  The training will include a review principles for effective governance utilizing an outward mindset.  In addition, the Board will review and receive training regarding the Board adopted Governance Handbook.

 
.V. Adjournment - Consider Board Action to Adjourn the Meeting to April 14, 2021 at 3:30 p.m.
Recommended Motion:

The Board is asked to call for a motion to adjourn the Special Board Meeting and to continue the Special Board Meeting beginning at 3:30 p.m. on April 14, 2021. (Government Code Section 54955)

 

 

 

. April 14, 2021, Part II of Training, 3:30 p.m. - CALL MEETING TO ORDER
. OPEN SESSION VIA ZOOM: April 14, 2021, Part II of Training, 3:30 p.m.
.I. Pledge of Allegiance
.II. Opening & Review of Part II of Governance Training
Speaker:
Michael J. Merchant, Senior Executive Consultant Governance Trainer and Facilitator
Recommended Motion:
The Board will receive information about today's governance training.
Rationale:
Michael J. Merchant will provide the Board with information about today's governance training.
 
.III. Continue Governance Training for the Board of Education
Speaker:
Michael J. Merchant
Recommended Motion:
The Board will continue to receive Governance Training.
Rationale:

Continue Board Governance training will be facilitated by Michael Merchant.  The training will include a review principles for effective governance utilizing an outward mindset.  In addition, the Board will review and receive training regarding the Board adopted Governance Handbook.

 
.IV. Adjournment
. AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES COMPLIANCE NOTICE
Quick Summary / Abstract:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and California Executive Order N-29-20, those requiring special assistance to access the Zoom Board meeting, access and complete the Public Comment Form, or to access written documents discussed at the Board meeting that are available on the District’s website, please contact Ludi Avalos at (916) 686-7700.  Notification of at least 24 hours prior to the meeting will enable the District to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to the Zoom board meeting and to provide any required accommodation, auxiliary aids or services.

 

. DOCUMENT AVAILABILITY
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Documents provided to a majority of the Governing Board regarding an open session item on this agenda will be posted online attached to the board agenda for public inspection.

Published: April 12, 2021, 1:19 PM

The resubmit was successful.