San Leandro Unified School DistrictTradition and Innovation

Special

Regular Board Meeting - Celebrate Schools

· 6:00 PM

San Leandro Arts Education Center · 2250 Bancroft Avenue · San Leandro, CA 94577 · · Open Session: 6:00pm

Agenda 24 items

  1. A CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 P.M.
    Minutes
    The meeting was called to order at 6:04 p.m.

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  2. B Pledge of Allegiance
    Minutes
    President Sheridan led the audience in the pledge of allegiance.

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  3. C 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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  4. D PUBLIC TESTIMONY ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
    Minutes
    There was no public testimony on non-agenda items.

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  5. E PRESENTATIONS
  6. E.1 San Leandro Adult School 📎 1
    Rationale
    Students and staff from the San Leandro Adult School will update the Board on 2018-19 student successes, program outcomes, activities and Career Technical Education program plans for the new year.
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    Bradley Frazier, Adult School principal, provided an update on programs and activities taking place at the Adult School. San Leandro Adult School started in 1928 and has been serving students for 90 years. Communication is key at their site and they have their own student advisory board, transition center, many community partners and a student advisory forum. This academic year they served 2,500 to 3,000 students annually in these programs. School activities this year include two student appreciation days, Open House, Beautification Day and numerous Chabot College tours. Principal Frazier introduced Kathy Gamble, lead teacher who oversees support services and academic counseling for some of their programs. Ms. Gamble announced that they had two Open House events, an employment fair, and are associated with the San Leandro Chamber of Commerce. They are the 2018 Leadership in Education award recipient. Principal Frazier provided details on new programs being offered; Medical Interpreting program for bilingual Spanish speakers and a Para Educator Test preparation class to help students or prospective employees apply for a position in the district. They are also marketing their Allied Health Expo who they partner with Alameda County. Rachelle Parham, Vice Principal of the Adult School, introduced Alicia Larkin, one of their successful Career Tech Education students who earned her CNA and Home Health Aid licenses in 2018. Ms. Larkin's career goal is to become a nurse practitioner or nurse administrator. She enrolled in the San Leandro Adult School Certified Nursing Assistant in Home Health Aide training program, completed her program and received her certification. Ms. Larkin spoke about her experiences as a certified nurse assistant and has found it to be inspiring and rewarding. She has completed her prerequisites for the LVN program and volunteers at the American Red Cross as a donor ambassador. Alicia Larkin is grateful to the staff and instructors at San Leandro Adult School. Ms. Parham, also introduced Kim Cunha, their volunteer of the year. Ms. Cunha is the Southern Alameda Area Public Affairs Manager for Kaiser Permanente, Inc. Ms. Cunha began supporting the Adult school in 2014. She started by participating in the Health and Resource fair, she facilitated the Kaiser Free Flu Shot clinic, brought low cost or no cost Kaiser insurance options for students and families, provides students with volunteer opportunities for the San Leandro Chamber of Commerce funding events and is a member of the San Leandro Adult School Advisory Board. Ms. Cunha was presented with the volunteer of the year award.

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  7. E.2 Lincoln Alternative Education Center 📎 1
    Rationale
    Thanks for giving us the chance to share our program. At Lincoln Alternative Education Center and Independent Study (LAEC), we work hard to bridge students to a successful school experience. We will share some of the many highlights that allow us to serve the needs of our students while providing them options for the future. We are proud of our students and our programs. We continue to learn what is at our CORE!
    Minutes
    Matthew Steinecke, Lincoln High School principal, began his presentation by discussing the Strategic Goals for Lincoln. Goal 1 - Teach, Learn and Achieve - Principal Steinecke spoke about the instruction, curriculum and support at Lincoln. They have partnered with ACOE (Alameda County Office of Education), Reading with Relevance curriculum and Career Pathways. Students developed a budget and found out how expensive it was to live on your own. They are using student voice to help drive their instruction. The Independent Studies program currently has over 50 students. They serve many students at both Lincoln and their Independent Studies program. They have sports and activities programs and their soccer team won first place this season and their basketball team also won 2nd place. They have also taken several field trips. 21st Century Theaters donated 50 tickets and they were able to see the movie "The Hate You Give". Students read the novel, had a discussion about it and as a school were able to take a field trip to see this movie. Goal 2 - College and Career - Students participated in the Chabot Manufacturing Day, CTE Pathways and ROP. Walmart came to their campus to discuss available jobs and to assist with resumes and the application process. Concurrent enrollment and articulation with Chabot has been very positive. Students are able to receive college credit for an articulation class at Lincoln. Social and emotional development is very important to them. Their student advisory committee asked students "What's at your CORE?" and students responded favorably to this project. Goal 3 - Collaborative Staff and Supportive District - There are six new staff members at their site. Their professional development included attending PilotCity, Project Based Learning and participating in a voter registration drive. Two of their students worked as poll workers. Goal 4 - Relationships and Community - Community partnerships include Cooking Matters, Oakland A's and the movie theater. The Food Service department provided a winter holiday luncheon for the entire school and they celebrated Dia De Los Muertos. Principal Steinecke stated that it is important that students have activities and events at Lincloln. Goal 5 - Facility and Tech Improvements - Currently the crosswalk construction is being completed. This is a partnership between the district and the city. Principle Steinecke introduced ZaeQuan Washington and Alexis Belford. Both will discuss their experiences at Lincoln and their future plans. ZaeQuan spoke about discovering ROP and Graphic Design at Linclon. He created the poster "What's At Your CORE?" and makes his own T-shirts. Through ROP he learned how to start his own business with design based values. Having had a positive experience at Lincoln, ZaeQuan now plans to attend college. ZaeQuan started Linclon in his junior year and noticed the lack of community. This year he noticed that having communication with the faculty has helped students move on and do better. Alexis Belford talked about starting Lincoln in her junior year and immediately felt the love there. She joined ROP, took Criminal Justice classes and fell in love with forensics. After taking Criminal Justice classes she has decided to join the Marines. She spoke about the staff at Lincoln being supportive and was very thankful to them and especially to Mr. Steinecke. Principal Steinecke introduced Phillip Abreu as their volunteer of the year and spoke about his support throughout the many years with school-wide events, helping to BBQ and does whatever he can to support the school. Mr. Abreu was presented with the volunteer of the year award.

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  8. E.3 San Leandro High School 📎 1
    Rationale
    Here at San Leandro High School, we celebrate our growth as a strong learning community. San Leandro High School staff is committed to challenging and motivating each student to achieve his or her full potential as a responsible member of our diverse community. We offer a positive, safe learning environment that promotes intellectual growth, creativity, and respect. Pirates model excellence, strive for academic achievement, and personal success. This presentation includes a video, which will highlight the features of our learning community.
    Minutes
    Dr. Richardson, San Leandro High School co-principal, discussed their WASC accreditation through 2019 and preparing for their upcoming WASC visit. Many improvements have been made over the past five years since their last WASC visit. He spoke about celebrating the following improvements at their site: * 9th grade college and career class - individual 10 year plan presentations * Career Pathways have launched successfully with robust enrollment in Medical Chemistry, Computers and Video Production/Broadcasting * Access to work-based learning - internships, speakers, field trips, Trade Day and Career Day * Access to academic and college and career counselors * Significant increase in the number of seniors applying and entering two year colleges with Chabot Early Decision * Access to college via school day PSAT and SAT, free to students * Increase in number of AP classes and "a-g" approved courses * Increase in number of courses articulated or pending articulation with local community colleges Dr. Richardson spoke about the California DASH Board and how they are being measured. There was an increase of students in the College and Career Readiness program. Out of 654 seniors almost 40% were college prepared with a 5.4% increase. Their graduation rate for last year was 94.2%, an increase of 5.5%. Their marching band started with 15 students and has now increased to over 130 students. There are multiple sports being offered to students. Every year since they have been co-principals, there has been a National Merit Scholar finalist; this year it is Dason Lee Lam. Dr. Richardson introduced Yahkirah Nunn, tennis captain for the girl's tennis team. Ms. Nunn stated that she is focusing on academics and graduation at this time. She is part of the San Leandro Advanced Multi-Media Academy (SLAM) and announced that the video being presented tonight was produced by SLAM students. Both students and teachers were interviewed in this video and spoke about their future plans and their experiences at San Leandro High School. Dr. Richardson introduced Jill Ramondi as one of their parent volunteers of the year. Ms. Ramondi has been a committed parent for the past several years and has supported their sport programs, academics, student leadership and is a member of their United Parent group. Dr. Richardson also introduced Taniescha LaRossa as their parent volunteer. Ms. LaRossa has served as the chair/president of their booster club, is a member of their school site council and their United Parent group. She has also served on several district parent committees, worked on their crab feed fundraiser and has collaborated with their local SLED program. Both Ms. Ramondi and Ms. LaRossa were each presented with the volunteer of the year award.

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  9. F ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS AND COMMENTS FROM BOARD MEMBERS
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    All Board of Trustees and Superintendent McLaughlin provided positive comments for each or the schools and thanked them for their presentations and also thanked all of the volunteers of the year.

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  10. G PUBLIC TESTIMONY - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
    Minutes
    There was no closed session items at this meeting.

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  11. H RECESS INTO CLOSED SESSION - 7:00 P.M.
  12. H.1 Student Expulsions; EC 35146 and 48918(c) - None
  13. H.2 Public Employee Performance Evaluation, Title: xxxx; GC 54957 - None
  14. H.3 Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Hiring; GC 54957
  15. H.4 Conference with Labor Negotiator (Government Code Section 54957.6) Employee organizations: SLTA, CSEA, T/T, Unrepresented Groups, Designated Representative: John Thompson - None
  16. H.5 Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated Litigation - Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9: (specify number of potential cases)- None
  17. H.6 Public Employee Appointment - Title: xxx; Government Code 54957 - None
  18. H.7 Conference with Real Property Negotiator - Property(ies); xxx; Government Code 54956.8 - None
  19. H.8 Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - (Specify number of potential cases); Government Code 54956.9 - None
  20. H.9 Liability Claims; Government Code 54956 - None
  21. H.10 Matters Related to Students EC 35146 and 48912 - None
  22. I RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - 7:30 P.M.
  23. I.1 Report on Closed Session Action
  24. J 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 adjourned at 7:07 p.m.
    Actions
    Motion Passed with a motion by Evelyn Gonzalez and a second by Peter Oshinski. | Vote: Yes James Aguilar .; Yes Evelyn Gonzalez .; Yes Peter Oshinski .; Yes Diana Prola .; Yes Christian Rodriguez .; Yes Leo Sheridan .; Yes Monique Tate .

    Outcome

    Motion Passed

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