San Leandro Unified School DistrictTradition and Innovation

Regular

Regular Board Meeting

· 6:00 PM

San Leandro City Council Chambers · 835 E. 14th Street · San Leandro, CA 94577 · · (1) Open Session - 6:00 pm · Closed Session - 6:30 pm · (2) Open Session - 7:30 pm

Agenda 91 items

  1. A CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 P.M.
    Minutes
    Meeting was called to order by Vice President James at 6:00 p.m.

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  2. B OPEN SESSION
  3. B.1 Oath of Office
    Rationale
    As required, following the General Election on November 8, 2016, newly and re-elected or unopposed Board members take their official Oath of Office for San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD). Each Board member selects the individual whom they wish to administer their oath. The five Board Members to take the oath of office are Peter Oshinski, SLUSD Governing Board Member, At Large Monique M. Tate, SLUSD Governing Board Member, Area 1 Evelyn Gonzalez, SLUSD Governing Board Member, Area 3 Diana Prola, SLUSD Governing Board Member, Area 5 Victor Aguiliar, Jr., SLUSD Governing Board Member, Area 6
    Minutes
    Superintendent McLaughlin completed the swearing in oath of office for newly appointed Board members Evelyn Gonzalez, Monique Tate and Victor Aguilar, Jr. Council member James Prola completed the swearing in oath of office for newly appointed Board member Diana Prola. Francisco Gonzalez completed the swearing in oath of office for newly appointed Board member Peter Oshinski.

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  4. B.2 Reorganization of the Board
    Minutes
    Vice President James welcomed the new and returning trustees. Vice President James explained the process for the reorganization of the board. Paper ballots will not be used to nominate members, instead names will be submitted electronically. Once names have been submitted for each office the voting process will begin.

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  5. B.2.a Election of President of the Board of Education
    Rationale
    The Board of Trustees will elect a President for the Board of Education for the year beginning December 6, 2016
    Minutes
    Vice President James prefaced the nominations for Board President. He went over the instructions on the reorganization of the board and the nominations process. On a motion made by Trustee Tate and seconded by Trustee Gonzalez, Trustee Prola was nominated for the office of President. On a motion made by Trustee James and seconded by Trustee Oshinski, Trustee Sheridan was nominated for the office of President. Trustee Gonzalez requested that she be able to ask questions to both nominees. Vice President James agreed to her request. Trustee Gonzalez presented her questions and both nominees responded with brief comments prior to the voting process. By the following 4-3, Trustee Prola was elected to the office of President of the Board of Education for the 2016-17 school year. Trustees Tate, Gonzalez, Prola and Aguilar, Jr. voting for Trustee Prola. Trustees James, Oshinski and Sheridan voting for Trustee Sheridan.

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  6. B.2.b Election of Vice President of the Board of Education
    Rationale
    The Board of Trustees will elect a Vice President for the Board of Education for the year beginning December 6, 2016.
    Minutes
    On a motion made by Trustee James and seconded by Trustee Sheridan, Vice President James was nominated for the office of Vice President. On a motion made by Trustee Gonzalez and seconded by Trustee Prola, Trustee Tate was nominated for the office of Vice President. By the following vote 4-3, Trustee Tate was elected to the office of Vice President of the Board of Education for the 2016-17 school year. Trustees Tate, Gonzalez, Prola and Aguilar, Jr. voting for Trustee Tate. Trustees James, Sheridan and Oshinski voting for Trustee James.

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  7. B.2.c Election of Clerk of the Board of Education
    Rationale
    The Board of Trustees will elect a Clerk for the Board of Education for the year beginning December 6, 2016.
    Minutes
    On a motion made by Trustee Gonzalez and seconded by Trustee Prola, Trustee James was nominated for the office of Clerk. Trustee James was unanimously elected to the office of Clerk of the Board of Education for the 2016-17 school year.

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  8. B.2.d Appointment of Superintendent as Secretary to the Board of Education
    Rationale
    The Board of Trustees will appoint the Superintendent to served as Secretary to the Board of Education for the year beginning December 6, 2016.
    Minutes
    On a motion made by Trustee Gonzalez and seconded by Trustee Sheridan, Superintendent McLaughlin was nominated for Secretary. Superintendent McLaughlin was unanimously elected to Secretary of the Board of Education for the 2016-17 school year.

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  9. C PUBLIC TESTIMONY - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
    Minutes
    There was no public testimony on closed session items.

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  10. D RECESS INTO CLOSED SESSION - 6:30 P.M.
    Minutes
    The Board recessed into closed session at 6:17 p.m.

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  11. D.1 Student Expulsions; EC 35146 and 48918(c)
  12. D.2 Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Hiring; GC 54957
  13. D.3 Conference with Legal Negotiator (Government Code Section 54957.6) Employee organizations: SLTA. CSEA, T/T, Unrepresented Groups, Designated Representative: John Thompson
  14. D.4 Public Employee Appointment - Title: Vice Principal; Government Code 54957
  15. D.5 Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - (1 case); Government Code 54956.9
  16. D.6 Liability Claims; (1 Claim) Government Code 54956
  17. E RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - 7:30 P.M.
    Minutes
    The Board reconvened into open session at 7:30 p.m. and President Prola presided over the board meeting.

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  18. E.1 Report on Closed Session Action
    Minutes
    The Board of Education took the following actions in closed session in accordance with Government Code 54956, Education Code 44954, and Education Code 44939: To approve a settlement agreement for OAH Case No. 2016100253 by a 7 to 0 vote. The motion was moved by Trustee James and seconded by Trustee Gonzalez. To reject Keenan & Associates liability claim #531555 by a 7 to 0 vote. The motion was moved by Trustee Gonzalez and seconded by Trustee Aguilar, Jr. To appoint Virginia Quock as Interim Vice Principal at John Muir Middle School by a 7 to 0 vote. The motion was moved by Trustee Tate and seconded by Trustee Gonzalez. The Board has directed the Superintendent and/or designee to deliver the proper notifications to the affected parties.

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  19. E.2 Pledge of Allegiance
    Minutes
    President Prola led the audience in the pledge of allegiance.

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  20. E.3 Approval of Agenda Passed
    Minutes
    President Prola stated that a request was made to pull item N.3.a., Proposed Increase to Substitute Employees Daily and Hourly Rates and the item was pulled.
    Actions
    Motion The motion was based on all consent items except for the item pulled N.3.a. Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Leo Sheridan. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  21. F LEGAL STATEMENT
    Quick Summary / Abstract
    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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  22. G PUBLIC TESTIMONY ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
    Minutes
    Mr. Larry Arnold commented that he had been at a previous board meeting to discuss an item at the high school and that he was glad to report that it was being moved on. He also wanted to acknowledge the new board members and thanked the Board for all they do. Mr. Adan Alonzo, Ms. Reina Guzman, Ms. Olivia Montion and Ms. Veronica Sanchez came up as a group. Mr. Adan Alonzo stated that even though they were speaking as a group each individual will partake their three minutes. Mr. Adan Alonzo, a parent of a junior at San Leandro High School, commented that he has a concern that has developed at the high school regarding a vacancy that currently exists in the music program. The permanent instructor that was hired for this position is no longer there. Mr. Alonzo filed a parent complaint in reference to Education Code 35186, which requires that parents be notified that there should be no teacher vacancies or misassignments in accordance to this procedure, parents will be notified when such vacancies exist. He stated that he documented three dates; November 28th, November 29th and December 5th, where there was no teacher or adult supervision present during the class to instruct the band students. Mr. Alonzo also stated that the District is not providing the appropriate instruction and guidance for our students, how can this happen? He commented that he appreciated receiving a call from the Superintendent McLaughlin in regards to his follow up and the immediate action that he took and Deputy Superintendent Mucetti going to the school to follow up on it. The instructor that was leading the class was taken out on the 28th of October, it is now December 6th and there is no consistent substitute teacher or the substitute teacher is missing. We can't have students teaching our students. As parents, they are there to find out what plans does the District and administration have to handle this issue. Ms. Reina Guzman, a parent of a band student, commented that she had spoken with the principal regarding the lack of instruction students were receiving and student safety being compromised. Ms. Guzman commented that she understands that it is difficult to find a teacher but not impossible. She asked that the high school music program be taken into consideration and stated that they want this program to continue. Ms. Veronica Sanchez, commented that she recently moved her band student to another class because she was not receiving the adequate education, however she is hopeful that something is going to be done. Ms. Sanchez has a son in middle school and wants to make certain that her son is able to take band next year and she is not sure that this is going to occur. She stated that Mr. Leese worked hard during the sixteen years that he was here and she was lucky to have her oldest daughter taking four years of high school band. Ms. Sanchez knows that the District is working hard to find a replacement like Mr. Leese, but in the meantime she took her daughter out of the class since it was not a safe environment and she was not receiving a quality education. Ms. Olivia Montion stated that she needed a translator and Deputy Superintendent volunteered. Ms. Montion commented that she was there because there have been incidents in the classroom with the substitute and she has filed a formal complaint. To this date she has not heard back regarding this complaint. The substitute in the class sent her daughter off campus during instructional time to purchase a coffee. Ms. Montion stated that her daughter is feeling very discouraged and disillusioned and no longer wants to participate in the music program. She is here because of the disillusionment that she noted in her daughter and feels that other students feel the same. She is hoping the Board will find a resolution quickly. The substitute in this incident that she described returned back to the classroom to provide coverage and treated her daughter disrespectfully and she hopes that no other students are treated this way.

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  23. H RECREATION & PARKS COMMISSION REPORT
    Minutes
    Mr. Shapiro began his report by congratulating all new and returning Board members. He commented that Grover Cleveland Park was opened and Siempre Verde Park was redone and is a great place for families to visit. Mr. Shapiro also commented that there were two events occurring in January. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, Oratorical Festival and Poetry Slam, is taking place on January 16th at 10:30 a.m., at the Senior Community Center and is sponsored by the Optimist Club. Third through twelfth graders will be awarded first and second place prizes for this event. All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation. The Warriors are sponsoring the Jr. Warriors basketball program starting January 14 through March 18, 2017. This program will be held at the San Leandro 9th grade campus for ages five through seven and Washington Manor Middle School for ages eight through fourteen. All participants will receive a Junior Warriors jersey. Mr. Shapiro stated that he had seen many of the Board members at the Miracle on E. 14th Street event and there was an incredible participation from the community. Four of the elementary schools participated in decorating trees that will be on display at Casa Peralta through the holiday season.

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  24. I PRESENTATIONS
  25. I.1 Recognition of Bond Committee Members
    Rationale
    The Superintendent and Board of Trustees will recognize the Bond Committee for their tremendous work on getting the bond measure passed during the recent election.
    Minutes
    Superintendent McLaughlin began his presentation by announcing that the District had a successful bond campaign with the passage of Measure J1. He thanked the San Leandro community, all of our unions, all our trades, and all of our businesses. The following bond committee individuals were recognized and presented with an award; co-chairs Melinda Bradford and Stephen Cassidy, Paul Disario, consultant for the District, Trustee Evelyn Gonzalez, and Kathryn Vitz, responsible for fundraising. Superintendent McLaughlin also thanked and presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Amy Cassidy, Victoria Cobos, Juan Gonzalez and Juan Gonzalez, Jr. for their help with the campaign.

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  26. I.2 First Interim 2016-2017 📎 1
    Speaker
    Dr. Kevin Collins
    Rationale
    The 2015-2016 First Interim Report, as required by Assembly Bills 1200 and 2756, is a financial update of the 2015-16 District Budget. This periodic report is required to be approved by the governing board no later than 45 days after the close of the reporting period ending October 31, 2016 to determine as to whether or not the District is able to meet its financial obligations for the current year and the following two subsequent years.
    Minutes
    Dr. Kevin Collins presented the 2015-16 First Interim budget through November, 2016. He also reported on the 2016-17 budget, reserves to date, multiple year projections and the next steps for the budget timeline. He went over major updates to the budget since the budget adoption. Dr. Collins reported on the upcoming events; external auditors will be presenting the annual report for the 2015-16 year at the January 24th board meeting, the Governor will be releasing the 2016-17 budget next month, School Services of California Conference in Sacramento will follow, Second Interim report through January 31st will be reported in March, 2017-18 budget will be presented for adoption in June.

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  27. J REPORTS
  28. J.1 Correspondence
    Minutes
    Trustee Sheridan read several correspondence documents sent to him through December 6, 2016.

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  29. J.2 Student Board Member Report
    Minutes
    Student Board Member Erica Dazo provided an update on recent events from San Leandro High School: The College and Career Center was opened to Seniors to finish college applications. The Leadership class formed a new committee called Pirates Arch which will focus on more student involvement in awareness. The Interact Service Club will be hosting a Toys for Tots drive. FTK Leadership class will be hosting a canned food drive. Main campus Leadership will be hosting a general drive for toys, canned food drive, and anything else anyone is able to provide. Last Friday the Justice Service, Interact Service and Key Club all volunteered and participated in the Miracle on E.14th Street event. Winter sports; basketball, wrestling and soccer have started their season. The Season for Service project will be starting on Martin Luther King, Jr. day and ending on Cesar Chavez day. Fall Talent show is next Thursday, December 15th at the AEC. Senior officers opened up the Senior Skate event to all classes and will be held Friday at the Oakland Ice Center. Winter Ball dance is January 20th at the Marina Community Center.

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  30. J.3 Union Representative Reports
    Minutes
    Jon Sherr, President of the San Leandro Teachers Association (SLTA), started by congratulating the new board members on behalf of all SLTA members. SLTA is hosting a Loan Forgiveness workshop on December 19th. There has been a tremendous amount of interest in this workshop. Over 10% of their members plan to attend this event. SLTA leadership is currently meeting with the secondary level. They meet at the high school this afternoon, will be meeting at Muir tomorrow and at Bancroft on Wednesday, to discuss the potentiality of the change in schedules for those schools. The annual One Warm Thing campaign overseen by Lynda Campfield and Ruby Smart is underway. Everyone is encouraged to donate items such as mittens or gloves, scarfs or something small that can be sent through district mail. These items will be given to the Davis Street Center.

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  31. J.4 Cabinet Reports
    Minutes
    All Cabinet members provided a brief summary of business endeavors, projects and events taking place in their respective departments.

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  32. J.4.a Superintendent
  33. J.4.b Deputy Superintendent, Educational Services
  34. J.4.c Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
  35. J.4.d Assistant Superintendent, Business & Operations
  36. K BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS
    Minutes
    The Board of Trustees summarized various events taking place on their respective committees.

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  37. K.1 Communication/Advocacy
  38. K.2 Curriculum/Policy
  39. K.3 Facilities & Technology
  40. K.4 Finance
  41. K.5 Drug, Alcohol, Tobacco Education (DATE)
  42. L BOARD REPRESENTATIVE REPORTS
    Minutes
    The Board representatives summarized various events and activities affiliated with their designated associations.

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  43. L.1 Alameda County School Boards Association
  44. L.2 Eden Area Regional Occupational Program
  45. L.3 Mid-Alameda County Sp. Ed. Local Plan Area
  46. L.4 City Disaster Preparedness Council
  47. L.5 California School Boards Association
  48. M CONSENT AGENDA Passed
    Actions
    Motion Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Leo Sheridan. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Quick Summary / Abstract
    These items are considered routine and may be enacted by a single motion. At the request of any member of the Board, any item on the Consent Agenda shall be removed and given individual consideration for action as a regular agenda item.

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  49. M.1 General Services Passed
  50. M.1.a Discard of Old and Damaged Textbooks at Bancroft Middle School Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Request consent to discard old and damaged textbooks at Bancroft Middle School

    Outcome

    Motion Passed (as part of consent agenda M)

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  51. M.1.b Previously Approved Contracts for Amounts $10,000 or less for Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Passed 📎 1

    Outcome

    Motion Passed (as part of consent agenda M)

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  52. M.2 Human Resources Passed
  53. M.2.a Personnel Report Passed
    Rationale:

    Outcome

    Motion Passed (as part of consent agenda M)

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  54. M.2.a.I Certificated Personnel Report Passed 📎 1

    Outcome

    Motion Passed (as part of consent agenda M)

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  55. M.2.a.II Classified Personnel Report Passed 📎 1

    Outcome

    Motion Passed (as part of consent agenda M)

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  56. N ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS
  57. N.1 General Services
  58. N.1.a Adopt Resolution 16-55 - Authorized Agents - Official Documents & Reports Passed 📎 1
    Actions
    Motion Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Evelyn Gonzalez. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  59. N.1.b Adopt Resolution 16-56 -Signature Card - Board Members Passed 📎 1
    Actions
    Motion Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Evelyn Gonzalez. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  60. N.1.c Adopt Resolution 16-57 - Authorized Agents - Payroll Warrants & Disbursements Passed 📎 1
    Actions
    Motion Passed with a motion by Evelyn Gonzalez and a second by Lance James. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  61. N.1.d Approve Addendum to Q Communications Contract Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Approve the addendum to Q Communications Contract.

    Rationale
    Q Communications is submitting an addendum to their contract for services with San Leandro Unified School District. The addendum provides detailed communications for the bond measure which recently passed in the school district.
    Actions
    Motion Approve the addendum to Q Communications Contract. Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Peter Oshinski. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Financial Impact
    Addendum provides an addition $2,000 to their monthly retainer from the General Fund

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  62. N.1.e SLUSD Board Policy Updates Passed 📎 6

    Recommended motion

    Staff recommends approval of board policies and the administrative regulations.

    Rationale
    The following board policies (BP) and administrative regulations (AR) have been vetted by staff and reviewed by the SLUSD Policy Committee on 11/29/16, and are being recommended for board approval. Below is the list of board policies and administrative regulations along with a description that highlights the adjustment being made. BP and AR 1330 - Use of School Facilities This BP/AR had not been adopted during the last policy overhaul that was conducted in 2014. SLUSD needs to adopt this BP and AR. BP 5147- Dropout Prevention Revision includes updated CSBA policy recommendation. Revised policy removes the language stating outreach consultants as only listed strategy to support students at risk of dropping out of school. Revision states that support may include, but are not limited to strategies listed under #1-10. AR 5149 - At Risk Students AR 5149 is a new AR. This AR will position the district to have the option to build an intensive, comprehensive tier 3 intervention program for students at risk of not graduating from high school early on in their high school career based on a set of academic and behavioral indicators. AR 5121 - Grades/Evaluation of Student Achievement This AR revises the process and timeline for the withdrawl from classes. Revised policy now states that during the first 15 days students will receive no entry on their permanent record. In addition, the policy indicates that students who are granted a drop after the 15th day to the end of the 6th week of the grading period will receive a W on their permanent record; after the 7th week of a course, students who drop will receive an F grade for the semester on their permanent record unless otherwise decided by the principal or designee that the withdrawl is due to extenuating circumstances. BP 6146.1 - High School Graduation Requirements Revisions to SLHS graduation requirements within the policy include the following changes: 1) one course in visual or performing arts AND one course of world language, including American Sign Language 2) changed language from Practical to Technical in one course of CTE and 3) removed one semester course of Health and Safety and added must meet requirements for AB 329 (NOTE: SLUSD will still continue to provide Health and Safety course as the avenue for meeting AB 329 with the majority of students).
    Actions
    Motion Staff recommends approval of board policies and the administrative regulations. Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Leo Sheridan. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  63. N.2 Business & Operations
  64. N.2.a Approval of First Interim 2016-2017 Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Approve the positive certification of the First Interim Report for 2015-16.

    Rationale
    The 2016-2017 First Interim Report, as required by Assembly Bills 1200 and 2756, is a financial update of the 2016-17 District Budget. This periodic report is required to be approved by the Governing Board no later than 45 days after the close of the reporting period ending October 31, 2016 to determine as to whether or not the District is able to meet its financial obligations for the current year and the following two subsequent years.
    Actions
    Motion Approve the positive certification of the First Interim Report for 2015-16. Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Leo Sheridan. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Financial Impact
    The 2016-17 First Interim Report has incorporated budget revisions through November 30, 2016 (negotiated 2.5% settlements).

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  65. N.3 Human Resources
  66. N.3.a Proposed Increase to Substitute Employee Daily and Hourly Rates 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Approve the proposal to increase substitute employee rates.

    Rationale
    Attracting and retaining substitute employees to cover the absences of regular employees is a problem being faced by school districts across the country. Providing competitive compensation is a significant factor in the recruitment and retention of these employees. Recently several neighboring school districts have raised their daily and hourly rates to address this problem. For example, the San Lorenzo Unified School District currently pays substitute teachers $170 per day (the SLUSD pays $150) and indexes the hourly rates of classified substitutes, such as para educators, to their classified employee salary schedules. Attached to this agenda item is a proposal to increase the hourly and daily rates of substitute employees to keep our rates competitive with neighboring districts. If approved, these rates would become effective for the January/February pay cycle, which begins January 11, 2017.
    Minutes
    This items was pulled prior to the start of the meeting.
    Financial Impact
    The estimated cost of this increase is approximately $160,000 per year across all district funds. This general fund impact will be offset by substitute costs charged to restricted funds, and by reduced overtime and "in lieu" time costs.

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  67. N.3.b Amendment to the Employment Agreement of the Deputy Superintendent of Educational Services Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Approve the employment agreement amendment between the SLUSD and Dr. Rosanna Mucetti, deputy superintendent of educational services.

    Rationale
    Approval of the attached employment agreement amendment will amend the agreement between the SLUSD and Dr. Rosanna Mucetti to increase the salary for this position retroactive to July 1, 2016.
    Actions
    Motion Approve the employment agreement amendment between the SLUSD and Dr. Rosanna Mucetti, deputy superintendent of educational services. Passed with a motion by Leo Sheridan and a second by Evelyn Gonzalez. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Financial Impact
    See the attached Addendum to the Employment Agreement between the SLUSD and Dr. Rosanna Mucetti.

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  68. N.3.c Amendment to the Employment Agreement of the Superintendent Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Approve the amendment to the superintendent's employment agreement.

    Rationale
    Consistent with agreements reached with the San Leandro Teachers' Association, the California School Employees' Association, unrepresented managers, and confidential employees, a compensation increase is being recommended for the superintendent. Approval of the attached employment agreement amendment will amend the agreement between the SLUSD and Dr. Mike McLaughlin to increase the salary for his position by 2.5% retroactive to July 1, 2016.
    Actions
    Motion Approve the amendment to the superintendent's employment agreement. Passed with a motion by Monique Tate and a second by Lance James. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Financial Impact
    Approval of this amendment will increase the compensation of the superintendent by 2.5% for the 2016-17 school year.

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  69. N.4 Educational Services
  70. N.4.a Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/Garfield Elementary School and YMCA Camp Arroyo Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Approve Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/Garfield Elementary School and YMCA Camp Arroyo.

    Rationale
    Garfield Elementary School 5th grade class plans a three day two night outdoor education trip at the YMCA Camp Arroyo in Livermore on March 20 - 22, 2017.
    Actions
    Motion Approve Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/Garfield Elementary School and YMCA Camp Arroyo. Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Leo Sheridan. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Financial Impact
    $18,471 - Supplemental and Concentration Grants Funds and Donations

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  71. N.4.b Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/McKinley Elementary School and YMCA Camp Arroyo Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Approve Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/McKinley Elementary School and YMCA Camp Arroyo.

    Rationale
    McKinley Elementary School 5th grade class plans a three day two night outdoor education trip at the YMCA Camp Arroyo in Livermore on February 6 - 8, 2017.
    Actions
    Motion Approve Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/McKinley Elementary School and YMCA Camp Arroyo. Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Leo Sheridan. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Financial Impact
    $10,903 - Supplemental and Concentration Grants Funds and Donations

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  72. N.4.c Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/Wilson Elementary School and Nature Bridge Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Approve Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/Wilson Elementary School and Nature Bridge.

    Rationale
    Wilson Elementary School 5th grade class plans a three day two night outdoor science program trip to NatureBridge in Sausalito on March 20 - 22, 2017.
    Actions
    Motion Approve Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/Wilson Elementary School and Nature Bridge. Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Leo Sheridan. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Financial Impact
    $19,484 -Supplemental and Concentration Grant Funds and Donations

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  73. N.4.d Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/Roosevelt Elementary School and Exploring New Horizons Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Approve Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/Roosevelt Elementary School and Exploring New Horizons.

    Rationale
    Roosevelt Elementary School 5th grade classes plans a three day two night outdoor science program trip to Exploring New Horizons in Pescadero. Each 5th grade class attends the camp on separate dates; Jan. 18-20, Jan. 23-25 and Jan. 25-27.
    Actions
    Motion Approve Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/Roosevelt Elementary School and Exploring New Horizons. Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Leo Sheridan. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Financial Impact
    $21,420 - Supplemental and Concentration Grants Funds and Donations

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

    Attachments

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  74. N.4.e 2016-2017 Non-Public School Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Approve Non-Public School Contract Agreements

    Rationale
    2016-2017 Non-Public School Student DOB COST LOCATION #1 2/26/99 $ 33,294.00 Seneca Family of Agencies # 2 9/17/08 $ 1,500.00 Seneca Family of Agencies Amendment to Master Contract Seneca Family of Agencies Total $ 34,794.00
    Actions
    Motion Approve Non-Public School Contract Agreements Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Evelyn Gonzalez. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Financial Impact
    $ 34,794.00 - Special Ed Funds

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

    Attachments

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  75. N.4.f Approve B4 Disaster's Quote to replace expired food and water supplies to District's ARKS Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Approve the purchase of the consumables to replenish emergency operations storage containers

    Rationale
    The emergency supply ARKS were donated to the District by the City of San Leandro. Current location of the ARKS are at Garfield and Bancroft Middle School. They are district resources that are organized to have regional impact. The ARKS/supplies will only be deployed at the direction of the Superintendent for large scale disaster events. The ARKS storage containers hold tools, food, water and all required first aid supplies for large scale disaster events. Consumables such as water, food, light sticks and batteries have a five year (5) shelf life and must be replaced upon their expiration date. At this time, it is necessary to refresh products that were purchased in 2011 or which have expired.
    Actions
    Motion Approve the purchase of the consumables to replenish emergency operations storage containers Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Monique Tate. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Financial Impact
    $10,811.63 - General Fund

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

    Attachments

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  76. N.4.g Proposed Stipulated Expulsion Order #E02-16/17 Passed
    Actions
    Motion Approve proposed stipulated expulsion case #E02- 16/17 Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Victor Aguilar, Jr.. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  77. N.4.h Expulsion Hearing for Case #E04-16/17 Passed
    Actions
    Motion Approve Expulsion for Case #E04-16/17 Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Monique Tate. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  78. N.4.i Approval of new courses, Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation Management, AP Computer Science Principles, Mandarin for Chinese Speakers 1, Mandarin for Chinese Speakers 2; course revisions, Introduction to Computer Science, Studio 2D, Character Design for the 21st Century; and title change AP Environmental Science Passed 📎 8

    Recommended motion

    Staff recommends approval of new courses, Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation Management, AP Computer Science Principles, Mandarin for Chinese Speakers 1, Mandarin for Chinese Speakers 2; course revisions, Introduction to Computer Science, Studio 2D, Character Design for the 21st Century; and title change AP Environmental Science.

    Rationale
    The Department of Teaching, Learning, and Educational Equity is working with secondary school teachers and administrators to realign our current courses. We developed new courses to reflect shifts towards Common Core State Standards, 21st Century Learning Skills, and A-G eligibility requirements. These new courses and course revisions reflect the ongoing course alignment work the district is conducting. Courses were reviewed and discussed at the 11/29 Board Curriculum Committee, and were recommended by committee members for approval.
    Actions
    Motion Staff recommends approval of new courses, Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation Management, AP Computer Science Principles, Mandarin for Chinese Speakers 1, Mandarin for Chinese Speakers 2; course revisions, Introduction to Computer Science, Studio 2D, Character Design for the 21st Century; and title change AP Environmental Science. Passed with a motion by Victor Aguilar, Jr. and a second by Monique Tate. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  79. N.4.j College Readiness Block Grant Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Staff recommends adoption of CRBG plan for 2016-17, 2017-18 and 2018-19 school years.

    Speaker
    Joanne Clark
    Rationale
    Senate Bill 828 provides $200 million to establish the College Readiness Block Grant to provide California’s high school pupils, particularly unduplicated pupils as defined in Education Code (EC) sections 42238.01 and 42238.02, additional supports to increase the number of students who enroll at institutions of higher education and complete an undergraduate degree within four years. Preliminary entitlements are allocated to each eligible county office of education, school district, and charter school (both local and direct funded) at a rate of $149.32 per unduplicated pupil enrolled in grades nine through twelve (9–12) as certified in the California Longitudinal Pupil Achievement Data System (CALPADS) during the 2015–16 fiscal year. Pursuant to EC Section 41580(e), a plan shall be developed describing how funds will increase or improve services for unduplicated pupils to ensure college readiness. The plan needs to be discussed at this regularly scheduled meeting by the governing board and adopted. Funds may be spent anytime during the 2016-17, 2017-18 and 2018-19 fiscal years.
    Actions
    Motion Staff recommends adoption of CRBG plan for 2016-17, 2017-18 and 2018-19 school years. Passed with a motion by Peter Oshinski and a second by Victor Aguilar, Jr.. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  80. N.4.k Dell Compellent Storage Array for District's Virtual Infrastructure Environment Passed 📎 1

    Recommended motion

    Staff recommends the purchase of the storage chassis.

    Rationale
    The Dell Compellent storage array is the backbone to our virtual infrastructure environment for the District. It hosts numerous servers that run critical services such as Aeries, Main Database, Ticketing system, etc. Purchasing this storage chassis will allow us to continue to support critical district technology services.
    Actions
    Motion Staff recommends the purchase of the storage chassis. Passed with a motion by Evelyn Gonzalez and a second by Monique Tate. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Financial Impact
    $24,214.06 from Measure B/QZAB funds.

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  81. N.4.l Purchase of Dell Student Devices (Sterling) for Students Passed 📎 2

    Recommended motion

    Staff recommends the approval of the purchases of Dell Chromebooks (Sterling) for classrooms.

    Rationale
    In order for SLUSD to meet the demands of the Common Core State Standards, the district recommends purchasing additional Chromebooks for classroom use. The district has been steadily working towards their goal of a 1-to-1 student to device ratio. Chromebooks will provide student access to a variety of blended learning tools while also ensuring the classroom is equipped to integrate technology into daily teaching and learning. The NASP Value Point Contract (formerly WSCA-NASP) will be used as the purchasing vehicle.
    Actions
    Motion Staff recommends the approval of the purchases of Dell Chromebooks (Sterling) for classrooms. Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Monique Tate. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .
    Financial Impact
    $50,190 from QZAB/Measure B $100,011.01 from QZAB/Measure B

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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  82. O INFORMATION ITEMS
  83. O.1 Educational Services
  84. O.1.a 16-17 Enrollment Totals as of November 29 📎 1
    Rationale
    16-17 Enrollment Totals as of November 29th

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  85. P FUTURE BUSINESS
  86. P.1 Consensus Items 📎 1
    Minutes
    President Prola requested that the Curriculum/Policy Committee consider giving partial credit to homeless and foster students.

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  87. Q ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS AND COMMENTS FROM BOARD MEMBERS
  88. R BOARD OF EDUCATION FUTURE MEETINGS
  89. R.1 Celebrate Schools Board Meeting - January 10, 2017
  90. R.2 Regular Board Meeting - January 24, 2017
  91. S ADJOURNMENT Passed
    Rationale
    *Regular Board Meetings shall be adjourned at 10:30 p.m. unless extended to a specific time determined by a majority of the Board. The meeting shall be extended no more than once and may be adjourned to a later date. (Board Bylaw 9323).
    Minutes
    The meeting was adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
    Actions
    Motion Passed with a motion by Lance James and a second by Leo Sheridan. | Vote: Yes Victor Aguilar, Jr. .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Lance James .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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Contracts and agreements on this agenda 13

Extracted automatically from the agenda items and attachments; amounts appear only when printed in the documents.

ItemVendor / partyDescriptionAmount
M.1.b —Previously Approved Contracts for Amounts $10,000 or less for Fiscal Year 2016-2017—
N.1.d Q CommunicationsApprove the addendum to Q Communications Contract.$2,000
N.3.a —Approve the proposal to increase substitute employee rates.$160,000 per year across all
N.3.b Dr. Rosanna MucettiApprove the employment agreement amendment between the SLUSD and Dr. Rosanna Mucetti, deputy superintendent of educational services.—
N.3.c Dr. Mike McLaughlinApprove the amendment to the superintendent's employment agreement.—
N.4.a YMCA Camp ArroyoApprove Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/Garfield Elementary School and YMCA Camp Arroyo.$18,471
N.4.b YMCA Camp ArroyoApprove Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/McKinley Elementary School and YMCA Camp Arroyo.$10,903
N.4.c Nature BridgeApprove Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/Wilson Elementary School and Nature Bridge.$19,484
N.4.d Exploring New HorizonsApprove Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District/Roosevelt Elementary School and Exploring New Horizons.$21,420
N.4.e Seneca Family of AgenciesApprove Non-Public School Contract Agreements$ 34,794.00
N.4.f B4 A DisasterApprove the purchase of the consumables to replenish emergency operations storage containers$10,811.63
N.4.k —Staff recommends the purchase of the storage chassis.$24,214.06
N.4.l Dell Student DevicesStaff recommends the approval of the purchases of Dell Chromebooks (Sterling) for classrooms.—

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