Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees

Minutes

President Prola led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

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The Board approved the agenda for the Special Board meeting held on March 31, 2015. Trustee Sheridan absent.

Staff Recommendation

Approve the agenda for the Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees held on Tuesday, March 31, 2015.

Actions

Motion Approve the agenda for the Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees held on Tuesday, March 31, 2015. - Motion made by Ron Carey and a seconded by Lance James. | Vote: Yes Lance James .; Yes Ron Carey .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Vince J. Rosato .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Monique Tate .

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Quick Summary / Staff Recommendation

Members of the audience who wish to address the Board are asked to complete the yellow card available at the entrance and submit it to the Board's Administrative Assistant. Speakers who have completed the card will be called when the item is reached on the agenda or, for non-agenda items, during the Public Testimony. Cards are to be turned in before the item is reached on the agenda. Please note that the meeting is being recorded. State law prohibits the Board of Education from taking any action on or discussing items that are not on the posted agenda except to A) briefly respond to statements made or questions posed by the public in attendance; B) ask questions for clarification; C) provide a reference to a staff member or other resource for factual information in response to the inquiry; or D) ask a staff member to report back on the matter at the next meeting and/or put it on a future agenda. (Government Code 54954.2(a)) .

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Mike McLaughlin, Ed.D., Superintendent

Minutes

The Board approved the Grade Span Adjustment Agreement with the San Leandro Teachers' Association. Trustee Sheridan was absent.

Staff Recommendation

Approve the Grade Span Adjustment agreement with the San Leandro Teachers' Association (SLTA).

Actions

Motion Approve the Grade Span Adjustment agreement with the San Leandro Teachers' Association (SLTA). - Motion made by Lance James and a seconded by Vince J. Rosato. | Vote: Yes Lance James .; Yes Ron Carey .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Vince J. Rosato .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Monique Tate .

Background Information

The Local Control Funding Formula allows districts to receive K-3 Grade Span Adjustment funding intended to reduce class sizes in grades TK - 3. This legislation allows districts to collectively bargain an alternative to the K-3 Grade Span Equivalent requirements. The District and SLTA have met and negotiated an alternative to these requirements that results in TK-3 staffing to reaching a target goal of a 24 student to one teacher average by the year 2021.

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John Thompson, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources

Attachments

• Grade Span Adjustment Agreement with SLTA PDF · 100.7 KB ViewOpen Grade Span Adjustment Agreement with SLTADownload Grade Span Adjustment Agreement with SLTA

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Fiscal Impact

Implementing this agreement will cost approximately $106,500 from the District's general fund.

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Mike McLaughlin, Ed.D., Superintendent

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The Board approved the Dental Benefits Agreement with the San Leandro Teachers' Association. Trustee Sheridan was absent.

Staff Recommendation

Approve the Dental Benefits Agreement with the San Leandro Teachers' Association (SLTA).

Actions

Motion Approve the Dental Benefits Agreement with the San Leandro Teachers' Association (SLTA). - Motion made by Lance James and a seconded by Evelyn Gonzalez. | Vote: Yes Lance James .; Yes Ron Carey .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Vince J. Rosato .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Monique Tate .

Background Information

The District and the SLUSD have agreed that participation in dental coverage is mandatory for SLTA members. The District has agreed to pay for the base plan for dental coverage for SLTA employees. SLTA members may elect to have additional dental coverage but will pay for the additional cost of this coverage.

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John Thompson, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources

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• Dental Benefits Agreement with SLTA PDF · 31.0 KB ViewOpen Dental Benefits Agreement with SLTADownload Dental Benefits Agreement with SLTA

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Mike McLaughlin, Ed.D, Superintendent

Minutes

PUBLIC COMMENT Jon Sherr, as the San Leandro Teachers' Association President, a Special Ed parent, and member of the Special Education Task Force, commented on the recommendation around more inclusion of students with IEPs in the general education program. He spoke about how each child is unique, so trying to move the maximum number of students into general education should not be the goal, but rather moving students into the general ed program when it is appropriate and clearly beneficial to the student. He urged the Board to not rush implementation, stating that "Change is hard, but we have fantastic special ed teachers and specialists in our District who are committed to providing our kids with the best education possible, so as we move forward, please listen to our folks as we all work to improve the Special Education Program." Following Public Comments, Deputy Superintendent Mucetti, led a special study session update regarding the work of the Special Education Task Force. Staff presented some of the current best practices and industry standards being promoted in the delivery of a high quality special education program and services. The study session provided the Board with information regarding our current programming model, structures and processes. The Board considered various components of the program for improvement as we aim to align with best practices in the field. Looking ahead, staff will: Complete the development of the SPED Strategic Plan via the Task Force Begin the implementation phase Continue to seek answers to questions posed during tonight's work session Bring forth a recommendation to action to the April 21 Board meeting that aligns with best practices Incorporate necessary changes to improve our 2015-2016 program and budget development The Board thanked staff for the very informative update and acknowledged the Task Force for all of their work.

Quick Summary / Staff Recommendation

The study session will provide the Board of Education with an update regarding the work of the Special Education Task Force. Staff will present some of the current best practices and industry standards being promoted in the delivery of a high quality special education program and services. The study session will provide the Board with information regarding our current programming model, structures and processes. The Board will consider various components of the program for improvement as we aim to align with best practices in the field.

From

Rosanna Mucetti, Ed.D, Deputy Superintendent

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Minutes

The Board meeting was adjourned at 7:41 p.m. Trustee Sheridan absent.

Actions

Motion - Motion made by Lance James and a seconded by Evelyn Gonzalez. | Vote: Yes Lance James .; Yes Ron Carey .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Vince J. Rosato .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Monique Tate .

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Minutes

Regular Board Meeting - April 7, 2015 Cancelled Regular Board Meeting - April 21, 2015 Regular Board Meeting - May 5, 2015 Regular Board Meeting - May 19, 2015 Regular Board Meeting - June 2, 2015 Regular Board Meeting - June 23, 201 5

Quick Summary / Staff Recommendation

Regular Board Meeting - April 7, 2015 Cancelled Regular Board Meeting - April 21, 2015 Regular Board Meeting - May 5, 2015 Regular Board Meeting - May 19, 2015 Regular Board Meeting - June 2, 2015 Regular Board Meeting - June 23, 201 5

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