Regular Board Meeting
Los Gatos Un. ESD
February 25, 2021 4:00PM
The February 25, 2021 Regular Board Meeting will be conducted via teleconference. Instructions for public participation are in the agenda.
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The February 25, 2021 Board Meeting will be conducted via videoconference. Interested parties and members of the public may observe and provide comment during the meeting using the following instructions: HOW TO OBSERVE TO THE BOARD MEETING Interested parties and members of the public may observe the meeting via LIVE STREAM (link: https://youtu.be/RnZCZUcj1lI) HOW TO PROVIDE PUBLIC COMMENT Individuals who wish to provide public comment during the meeting may join the meeting by Zoom at the following link (link: https://lgusd-org.zoom.us/j/95208159544?pwd=RTMvL1lLdkpySEhEZUVKcnpUYWFZQT09). At the designated times, individuals may provide comment on items on the agenda and on any item within the jurisdiction of the Governing Board. You may use the Raise Your Hand feature in Zoom to indicate your request to provide comment when the Board calls for public comment. District staff will announce and unmute each individual when it is their time to comment. When you are called upon, you may introduce yourself, turn on your microphone and camera, and provide your comment. Comments may not exceed three (3) minutes. |
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| Louise Van Meter Elementary School student Cameron Strahs will lead the flag salute. |
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| Principal Rick Rauscher will showcase Louise Van Meter Elementary School. |
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This is the opportunity for members of the public to address the Governing Board on any item described in this notice or any other issue. In accordance with the Brown Act, unless an item has been placed on the published agenda, there shall be no action taken. The Board may: 1) acknowledge receipt of the information, 2) refer to staff for further study, 3) ask clarifying questions, or 4) refer the matter to the next Board meeting agenda.
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This is the opportunity for community partners listed below to provide an update to the Governing Board regarding their respective organization. In accordance with the Brown Act, the Board may: 1) acknowledge receipt of the information, 2) refer to staff for further study, 3) ask clarifying questions, or 4) refer the matter to the next Board meeting agenda. • Home & School Club - Blossom Hill Elementary School • Home & School Club - Daves Avenue Elementary School • Home & School Club - Lexington Elementary School • Home & School Club - Louise Van Meter Elementary School • Home & School Club - R.J. Fisher Middle School • Los Gatos Elementary Teachers Association • Los Gatos Union Classified Employees Association • Los Gatos Education Foundation |
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| Information concerning the consent items listed below has been forwarded to each Board member prior to the meeting for study. All items on the consent agenda will be approved with one motion which is not debatable and which requires unanimous vote for passage. If any member of the Board, the Superintendent, or the public so requests, an item shall be removed from the section and placed on the regular order of business following the approval of the consent agenda. |
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The minutes for the Regular Board meeting, January 14, 2021 and Special Board meetings, January 7, 21 and 28, 2021 are presented to the Governing Board for approval and action. It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Governing Board approve the minutes as presented.
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It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Governing Board approve the minutes as presented.
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There is no financial impact at this time. |
Minutes 010721 022521
Minutes 011421 022521
Minutes 012821 022521
Minutes 022121 022521
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The warrant register for the month of January 2021 is presented to the Governing Board for approval and action. It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Governing Board approve the warrant register for the payment of invoices for goods and services as presented. |
It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Governing Board approve the warrant register for the payment of invoices for goods and services as presented. |
There is no financial impact at this time.
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January 2021 AP Warrant report
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The service contracts as of February 2021 are presented to the Governing Board for approval and action. It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Governing Board approve the service contracts for the payment of services as presented. |
The service contracts as of February 2021 are presented to the Governing Board for approval and action. It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Governing Board approve the service contracts for the payment of services as presented. |
Financial impact is outlined by each contract.
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Service Contracts February
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The personnel report as of February 25, 2021, which includes the Hourly and Substitute Salary Schedule and job description for the Safe Routes to School Coordinator, is presented to the Governing Board for approval. It is the recommendation of the Assistant Superintendent-Educational Services/HR and the Superintendent that the Governing Board approve the report as presented. |
CERTIFICATED LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Katherine Hsia, 1st Grade Teacher (1.0 FTE) at Blossom Hill Elementary has requested an unpaid leave of absence from February 1, 2021 through June 3, 2021. Brandyn Nelson, Math Teacher (1.0 FTE) at R.J. Fisher Middle School has requested an unpaid leave of absence for the 2021-2022 school year.
CLASSIFIED EMPLOYMENT
Colleen Krisman has been offered a Registrar position (.80 FTE) at R.J. Fisher Middle School effective Monday, February 22, 2021. Philip Wallace has been offered an Instructional Assistant II (.75 FTE) at the District Office effective February 8, 2021.
CLASSIFIED RESIGNATION Leah Angulo, SRTS Coordinator (.20 FTE) at the District Office has submitted her resignation effective February 12, 2021. Rance Hodge, Jr., Health Clerk (.475 FTE) at Daves Avenue has submitted his resignation effective February 10, 2021. Katie MacKay, Instructional Assistant II (.75 FTE) at Daves Avenue Elementary School has submitted her resignation effective January 22, 2021. |
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It is the recommendation of the Assistant Superintendent-Educational Services/HR and Superintendent that the Governing Board approve the report as presented.
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There is no financial impact at this time.
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Hourly and Substitute Pay Rate 20_21
SRTS Coordinator Job Description
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| District administrators will provide an update on reopening to the Governing Board for discussion. |
Reopening Update 022521
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| Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Arcia Dorosti will present the Middle School History adoption process and make a recommendation for official adoption of TCI History Alive! for grades 6-8 to the Governing Board for approval and action. |
Los Gatos Union School District's curriculum materials for History are currently out of date. The new materials will be aligned to the current California History-Social Science Framework and California Common Core State Standards.
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| It is the recommendation of the Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent that the Governing Board approve the adoption of new curriculum materials for History, Grades 6-8. TCI History Alive! |
| Approximately $150,000 |
Fisher History Adoption Presentation
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| Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (Arcia Dorosti) will present a new Board Resolution intended to support the equity and inclusivity initiatives in LGUSD. |
| The new Board Resolution will support elements/initiatives contained in the new strategic plan. The intent is to create equitable and inclusive school communities that further improve the conditions for learning for all students. |
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| It is the recommendation of the Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent that the Governing Board approve the Board Resolution to support equity and inclusivity in LGUSD. |
| There is no financial impact at this time. |
Board Resolution of Equity and Inclusivity
Equity and Inclusivity Board Resolution on Equity and Inclusivity
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| Board policies set guidelines and procedures for Governing Boards and school officials to follow and enforce. The California School Boards Association (CSBA) provides sample Board Policies to School Districts. A first reading of the proposed Board Policy is presented to the Governing Board for consideration. |
| The Board is responsible for overseeing the development of and adopting Board Policies (BP). Policies set direction and goals for the District and its schools, assign authority, and are the means by which educators are accountable to the public. This board policy will help further ensure student safety. |
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| A first reading of the attached Board Policy is presented to the Governing Board for review and discussion. The policy reflects mandates per CSBA and was revised by District staff. The policy will be presented to the Board for final approval at the March 11th Board meeting. Once adopted, CSBA will upload the policies to Gamut Online. |
BP 4119.24
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| A first and final reading of the revised Board Policy is presented to the Governing Board for approval and action. |
| The Board is responsible for overseeing the development of and adopting Board Policies (BP). Policies set direction and goals for the District and its schools, assign authority and the means by which educators are accountable to the public. The addition to this board policy ensures allegations of improper behavior are fully investigated and documented. |
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| It is the recommendation of the Assistant Superintendent of HR/Educational Services and the Superintendent that the Governing Board approve the policy as presented. |
Revision: BP 4319.21
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| This information is provided to the Governing Board for discussion and planning purposes. Agenda items are subject to changes and modifications throughout the year. |
Governance Calendar 2020_21 022521
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- Regular Board Meeting - March 11, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.
- Regular Board Meeting - April 15, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.
- Regular Board Meeting - May 20, 2021at 6:30 p.m.
- Regular Board Meeting - June 8, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
- Special Board Meeting - June 10, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
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This is the opportunity for members of the public to address the Governing Board on any Closed Session item described in this notice. In accordance with the Brown Act, unless an item has been placed on the published agenda, there shall be no action taken. The Board may: 1) acknowledge receipt of the information, 2) refer to staff for further study, 3) ask clarifying questions, or 4) refer the matter to the next Board meeting agenda.
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Published: February 22, 2021, 4:00 PM
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