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Regular Board Meeting
San Leandro USD
October 11, 2016 7:00PM
San Leandro City Council Chambers 835 E. 14th Street San Leandro, CA 94577 Closed Session - 6:00 pm Open Session - 7:00 pm

A. CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 P.M.
Minutes:
San Leandro Unified School District mourns the loss of Board President Vince J. Rosato.

Board Vice President Lance James presided over the board meeting.

The meeting was called to order at 6:00pm. Vice President James requested that all Board members, Cabinet members and the audience take a moment of silence in President Rosato's honor.
B. PUBLIC TESTIMONY - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Minutes:
There was no public testimony on closed session items.
C. RECESS INTO CLOSED SESSION - 6:00 P.M.
Minutes:
The meeting recessed into closed session at 6:00pm.
C.1. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Hiring; GC 54957Confidential agenda item.
C.2. Conference with Legal Negotiator (Government Code Section 54957.6) Employee organizations: SLTA. CSEA, T/T, Unrepresented Groups, Designated Representative: John ThompsonConfidential agenda item.
C.3. Liability Claims; (2 Claims) Government Code 54956Confidential agenda item.Was edited within 72 hours of the Meeting
C.4. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - (Name of Case: O.A.H. Case No. 2016040433)Confidential agenda item.
D. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - 7:00 P.M.
Minutes:
The Board reconvened into open session at 7:00pm. Vice President James explained that we are all feeling the loss of Board President Vince J. Rosato, who passed away unexpectedly over the weekend prior to this board meeting. He asked for patience from the audience as he presided over the board meeting in President Rosato's place.
D.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 #2016040433. The motion was moved by Trustee Prola and seconded by Trustee Gonzalez;

To reject liability claim #529017. The motion was moved by Trustee Gonzalez and seconded by Trustee Tate;

To table the claim #527749.

The board has directed the superintendent and/or designee to deliver the proper notifications to the affected parties.
D.2. Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes:
Vice President James led the audience in the pledge of allegiance.
D.3. Approval of Agenda
Actions:
Motion
Passed with a motion by Leo Sheridan and a second by Evelyn Gonzalez.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
E. 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)).
F. PUBLIC TESTIMONY ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Minutes:
There was no public testimony on non-agenda items
G. RECREATION & PARKS COMMISSION REPORT
Minutes:
Ed Shapiro expressed his thoughts and sympathy for the loss of Board President Vince J. Rosato and reported on several recent and upcoming events to include the following:

The Farmers Market will come to a close for the year in a few weeks;

The Library is hosting a haunted event on Friday, October 28.

A Carnival at the Marina Community Center is taking place on October 30 from 1 - 4.

November 2 - building of the playground at Grover Cleveland park - the community and various partners will build this park in one day.






H. PRESENTATIONS
H.1. Federal Program Monitoring Review Summary
Speaker:
Sonal Patel
Rationale:

CDE monitoring is accomplished in part through the Federal Program Monitoring (FPM) process which is comprised of onsite review and/or an online review. Several factors, including compliance history, academic achievement, program size, and fiscal analysis are considered in identifying LEAs for reviews. Based on these factors, LEAs may be selected for an onsite or online monitoring every two years. A FPM onsite visit consists of data and document review, stakeholders’ interviews, and classroom observations of categorical programs administered by LEAs.  A FPM online review consists of only data and document review of the categorical programs. The FPM process ensures that LEAs meet fiscal and program requirements of federal categorical programs and mandated areas of state responsibility.


SLUSD had an online review Aug. 20-Sept. 20 and onsite review Sept. 20-22 in the following areas: Adult Education, Compensatory Education (Title I), English Learner, Career Technical Education, and Fiscal Monitoring. This presentation will provide the Board of Education with the findings identified by CDE in their review.





 
Minutes:
Sonal Patel, Director of Teaching, Learning & Educational Equity, provided a summary of the Federal Program Monitoring Review (FPM), findings and next steps.












Recommended Motion:



Quick Summary / Abstract:

comprised of onsite review and/or an online review. Several factors, including compliance history, academic achievement, program size, and fiscal analysis are considered in identifying LEAs for reviews. Based on these factors, LEAs may be selected for an onsite or online monitoring every two years. A FPM onsite visit consists of data and document review, stakeholders’ interviews, and classroom observations of categorical programs administered by LEAs.  A FPM online review consists of only data and document review of the categorical programs. The FPM process ensures that LEAs meet fiscal and program requirements of federal categorical programs and mandated areas of state responsibility.


SLUSD had an online review Aug. 20-Sept. 20 and onsite review Sept. 20-22 in the following areas: Adult Education, Compensatory Education (Title I), English Learner, Career Technical Education, and Fiscal Monitoring. This presentation will provide the Board of Education with the findings identified by CDE in their review.


Financial Impact:

none

Attachments:
FPM Notification of Findings SLUSD
I. REPORTS
I.1. Correspondence
Minutes:
Trustee Sheridan read several correspondence documents sent to him through October 11, 2016
I.2. Student Board Member Report
Minutes:
Student Board Member Erica Dazo provided an update on recent events from San Leandro High School:

Restrooms at the high school became gender neutral on September 29 to insure the high school becomes safer and more inclusive.

The Social Justice academy is hosting its annual One love/one mic event October 20 from 6-9pm at the San Leandro High School Performing Arts Center. The event will cover topics such as community, positive social change and self expression.

On Monday, October 9, the Jefferson Service club hosted a fund raiser for hunger/poverty students at Castlemont HS, Oakland. It was an 8 mile run. Over 100 students participated which earned over $4K for the fund raiser.

I.3. Union Representative Reports
Minutes:
Anita Waldron, Vice President of the San Leandro Teacher's Association (SLTA), expressed sympathy to the Board and Vince's family and friends and updated the Board on several items:

Ms. Waldron thanked everyone for their participation in the STAND event.

SLTA is working with members to participate in the phone banking.

On September 30 SLTA and our school district reached a tentative agreement. Ms. Waldron thanked the Board and members of our management teams for recognizing the needs of our teachers.

She attended the CTA Region 1 conference on September 23 & 24 and attended several workshops.



I.4. Cabinet Reports
Minutes:
All Cabinet members provided a brief summary of business endeavors, projects and events taking place in their respective departments.
I.4.a. Superintendent
I.4.b. Deputy Superintendent, Educational Services
I.4.c. Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
I.4.d. Assistant Superintendent, Business & Operations
J. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS
Minutes:
The Board of Trustees summarized various events taking place on their respective committees.
J.1. Communication/Advocacy
J.2. Curriculum/Policy
J.3. Facilities & Technology
J.4. Finance
J.5. Drug, Alcohol, Tobacco Education (DATE)
K. BOARD REPRESENTATIVE REPORTS
Minutes:
The Board representatives summarized various events and activities affiliated with their designated associations.
K.1. Alameda County School Boards Association
K.2. Eden Area Regional Occupational Program
K.3. Mid-Alameda County Sp. Ed. Local Plan Area
K.4. City Disaster Preparedness Council
K.5. California School Boards Association
L. CONSENT AGENDA
Actions:
Motion
The motion was based on all consent items except for items L.1.c and L.1.e which were pulled by Trustee Prola and item L.2.b. which was pulled by Trustee Gonzalez. Passed with a motion by Evelyn Gonzalez and a second by Diana Prola.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Motion
After discussion on item L.1.C. it was voted on separately. Passed with a motion by Diana Prola and a second by Evelyn Gonzalez.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Motion
After discussion on item L.1.e. it was voted on separately. Passed with a motion by Diana Prola and a second by Evelyn Gonzalez.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Motion
After discussing item L.2.b. it was voted on separately. Passed with a motion by Evelyn Gonzalez and a second by Leo Sheridan.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
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.
L.1. General Services
L.1.a. Approval of Minutes - August 23, 2016
Recommended Motion:

Approve board meeting minutes for August 23, 2016 Board meeting.

Quick Summary / Abstract:


Attachments:
Board Meeting Minutes 8.23.16
L.1.b. Approval of Minutes - September 13, 2016
Rationale:

Review minutes from the September 13, 2016 Board Meeting.

 
Recommended Motion:

Approve minutes from the September 13, 2016 Board Meeting.

Attachments:
Board Meeting Minutes 9.13.16
L.1.c. Acceptance of Gifts and Donations
Rationale:

Review all gifts and donations received since the last Board meeting.

 
Attachments:
Donations October 2016
L.1.d. Resolution to Declare Certain Equipment Surplus and/or Obsolete
Rationale:

When district-owned books, equipment and supplies become unusable, obsolete, or no longer needed, the Superintendent or designee shall identify these items to the Governing Board, together with their estimated value and a recommendation that they be sold or disposed of by one of the methods prescribe in law and administrative regulations.  With Board approval, the Superintendent or designee shall arrange for the sale or disposal of these items.  Please see attached. 

Board Policy 3270(a); Administrative  Regulations 3270 (a).

 
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution No. 16-42 to Declare Certain Equipment Surplus and/or Obsolete due to the age and condition of the designated equipment. 
Quick Summary / Abstract:


Attachments:
Bancroft & SLHS - Equip Discards
L.1.e. Discard Old and Damaged Textbooks at John Muir Middle School
Rationale:

Textbooks and obsolete books are no longer being circulated at John Muir Middle School.




 
Recommended Motion:

Approve consent to remove old and obsolete textbooks from John Muir Middle School.


Attachments:
Muir Discards 10.11.16
L.2. Human Resources
L.2.a. Personnel Report
Rationale:


 
L.2.a.I. Classified Personnel Report
Attachments:
Classified Personnel Report 10.11.16
L.2.a.II. Certificated Personnel Report
Attachments:
Certificated Personnel Report
L.2.b. Designation of CIF Representatives for 2016-17
Rationale:

Each school year, the district is required to designate staff who will serve as CIF league representatives for the district. The 2016-17 designation form is attached to this agenda item. 

 
Attachments:
CIF League Designation Form
L.3. Educational Services
L.3.a. Contract Renewal between the San Leandro Unified School District and the Hobsons Inc. for the Naviance College and Career Readiness Platform for the 2016-17 school year
Rationale:
Naviance is a college and career readiness platform that helps connect academic achievement to post-secondary goals.  Its comprehensive college and career planning solutions optimize student success, enhance school counselor productivity, and track results for school and district administrators.    

Naviance enables schools and districts to create personalized success plans for each of their students and aligns to many state mandates for individualized learning plans.  The solution offers a core set of functionality that enables students and counselors to connect college and career planning to individual student goals.  The platform allows students to collaborate with educators to set personal goals and tasks, search for colleges, and explore careers based on personal skills and interests. 

In addition, the Naviance platform offers schools and districts the flexibility to customize the solution to their needs, and add additional functionality that extends the reach of their college and career readiness efforts.  These solutions include: 1) the Naviance College & Career Readiness Curriculum; 2) Adaptive Test Preparation for PSAT, SAT, and ACT, 3) Electronic Transcript and Document Exchange; 4) Course Planning; 5) Alumni Tracking; 6) Additional solutions available in the Naviance Marketplace. 
 
Recommended Motion:

Approve contract renewal with Hobsons Inc. for the Naviance College and Career Readiness Platform for the 2016-17 school year.

Financial Impact:

$22,028.93 Supplemental and Concentration grant monies


Attachments:
Naviance 2016-17 Order Form
L.3.b. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD) and and New Bridge Foundation-ASPIRE
Rationale:

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD) and and New Bridge Foundation-ASPIRE for the purpose of providing treatment services for SLUSD students during the 2016-2017 school year. MOU is effective as of September 1, 2016.



 
Recommended Motion:

Staff Recommends Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD) and and New Bridge Foundation-ASPIRE for the purpose of providing treatment services for SLUSD students during the 2016-2017 school year. MOU is effective as of September 1, 2016.




Financial Impact:

SLUSD will have no financial obligation for the services provided by New Bridge Foundation-ASPIRE.

Attachments:
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD) and and New Bridge Foundation-ASPIRE
L.3.c. Memorandum of Understanding Between San Leandro Unified School District and Project Eden
Rationale:

Memorandum of Understanding Between San Leandro Unified School District and Project Eden for the purpose of providing Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug (ALOD) services for SLUSD students during the 2016-2017 school Year. MOU is effective as of September 1, 2016.


 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends approval of the Memorandum of Understanding Between San Leandro Unified School District and Project Eden from the General fund.


Financial Impact:

SLUSD will have no financial obligation for the services provided by Project Eden.

Attachments:
Memorandum of Understanding Between San Leandro Unified School District and Project Eden
L.3.d. Memorandum of Understanding Between San Leandro Unified School District and Davis Street community Center Incorporated (DSCCI)
Rationale:

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD) and Davis Street community Center Incorporated (DSCCI) for the purpose of providing mental health services for SLUSD students during the 2016-2017 school year.

 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recoments approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD) and Davis Street community Center Incorporated (DSCCI) for the purpose of providing mental health services for SLUSD students during the 2016-2017 school year.



Financial Impact:

SLUSD will pay Davis Street Community Center Incorporated $4,000 per intern for a total of $28,000 from the general fund. The remainder of the costs will be covered by Davis Street Primary Care Clinic.

Attachments:
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD) and Davis Street community Center Incorporated (DSCCI)
L.3.e. Memorandum of Understanding Between San Leandro Unified School District And Family Service Counseling And Community Resource Center
Rationale:

This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is entered in to by and between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD) And Family Service Counseling And Community Resource Center (FSCC) for the purpose of providing mental health services for SLUSD students during the 2016-2017 school year. MOU is effective as of September 30, 2016.

 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends approval of this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD) And Family Service Counseling And Community Resource Center (FSCC) for the purpose of providing mental health services for SLUSD students during the 2016-2017 school year. MOU is effective as of September 30, 2016.


Financial Impact:

SLUSD will reimburse FSCC $2000 for the 1 day/Week services at Roosevelt Elementary, to be paid in two installments: $1000 by December 30th 2016 and $1000. by June 30th 2017. SLUSD does not provide reimbursement for the 1.5 days of services at McKinley Elementary.



Attachments:
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD) And Family Service Counseling And Community Resource Center (FSC
L.3.f. 2016/2017 Non-Public/Agency Contracts
Rationale:

2016/2017 Non-Public/Agency Contract Agreements

Student DOB          COST        

LOCATION     

# 15/16/2007$   57,343.50Spectrum Center 
# 212/26/1994$   41,653.50Spectrum Center
# 312/3/2003$   56,827.50Spectrum Center
# 49/27/2006$     1,731.50Spectrum Center
# 56/5/1996$   49,123.50Spectrum Center
# 606/07/2004$   75,780.00Spectrum Center
# 7 04/07/1996$   42,041.78Spectrum Center
# 8Various Students$ 133,000.00Communication Works
# 9Various Students$ 250,000.00

ASCEND Rehab Services, Inc

  Total$707,501.28  











 
Recommended Motion:

Approve Non-Public/Agency Contract Agreements.

Financial Impact:

$707,501.28 - Special Education funds




Attachments:
Ascend Rehab Service, Inc.
Communication Works
Spectrum Center
L.3.g. Subscription Renewal Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District and Certica Solutions for CALPADS Certification Support from November 2016 through November 2017 School Year
Rationale:
Since 2012 the District implemented the use of Certica Solutions in order to ensure our CALPADS data is accurate and complete as well as meet our compliance deadlines. It was found to be an essential process in ensuring school site and department CALPADS data is entered correctly and on time. Both site office staff have come to rely on daily reminders to update information and we have become much more efficient and accurate correcting CALPADS errors. For 2014-2015 school year, the District is again seeking to renew the contract agreement with Certica Solutions for Certify, which is Certica's hosted data certification service. They have a proven track record to support districts like ours to organize an easier electronic process validating and monitoring our data daily. It provides performance management to help districts analyze, track and improve CALPADS reporting and ensure compliance.
 
Recommended Motion:

Approve the Subscription Renewal Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District and Certica Solutions for CALPADS Certification Support from November 2016 through November 2017 School Year.

Financial Impact:

$8,988.00 from General Fund.

Attachments:
Certica Quote
L.4. Facilities & Construction
L.4.a. Notice of Completion (NOC) for Garfield Elementary Security Fencing Project
Rationale:

All work required of the contractor, Crusader Fence Co. for the Garfield Elementary Security Fencing Project has been performed and is now complete.  Retention payments are scheduled to be released based on the time frames in the Public Contract Code.

The project was completed on July 11, 2016.  The project team included Harris & Associates (Project Management) and the Director of Facilities & Operations (Construction Management).

Notice of Completion is subject to approval by the Board of Trustees per Contract Specifications.

Facilities and Technology Committee: None



 
Recommended Motion:

Approve the Notice of Completion (NOC) for the Garfield Elementary Security Fencing Project #15-19.


Quick Summary / Abstract:


Financial Impact:

Not applicable

Attachments:
Garfield NOC Security Fencing
L.4.b. Notice of Completion (NOC) for Roosevelt Elementary Security Fencing Project
Rationale:

All work required of the contractor, Crusader Fence Co. for the Roosevelt Elementary Security Fencing Project has been performed and is now complete.  Retention payments are scheduled to be released based on the time frames in the Public Contract Code.

The project was completed on July 11, 2016.  The project team included Harris & Associates (Project Management) and the Director of Facilities & Operations (Construction Management).

Notice of Completion is subject to approval by the Board of Trustees per Contract Specifications.

Facilities and Technology Committee: None



 
Recommended Motion:

Approve the Notice of Completion (NOC) for the Roosevelt Elementary Security Fencing Project #15-20.


Quick Summary / Abstract:


Financial Impact:

Not applicable

Attachments:
Roosevelt NOC Security Fencing
L.4.c. Notice of Completion (NOC) for Wilson Elementary Security Fencing Project
Rationale:

All work required of the contractor, Golden Bay Fence Co. for the Wilson Elementary Security Fencing Project has been performed and is now complete.  Retention payments are scheduled to be released based on the time frames in the Public Contract Code.

The project was completed on July 22, 2016.  The project team included Harris & Associates (Project Management) and the Director of Facilities & Operations (Construction Management).

Notice of Completion is subject to approval by the Board of Trustees per Contract Specifications.

Facilities and Technology Committee: None



 
Recommended Motion:

Approve the Notice of Completion (NOC) for the Wilson Elementary Security Fencing Project #15-21.


Quick Summary / Abstract:


Financial Impact:

Not applicable

Attachments:
Wilson NOC Security Fencing
L.4.d. Notice of Completion (NOC) for Washington Elementary Security Fencing Project
Rationale:

All work required of the contractor, Golden Bay Fence Co. for the Washington Elementary Security Fencing Project has been performed and is now complete.  Retention payments are scheduled to be released based on the time frames in the Public Contract Code.

The project was completed on July 22, 2016.  The project team included Harris & Associates (Project Management) and the Director of Facilities & Operations (Construction Management).

Notice of Completion is subject to approval by the Board of Trustees per Contract Specifications.

Facilities and Technology Committee: None



 
Recommended Motion:

Approve the Notice of Completion (NOC) for the Washington Elementary Security Fencing Project #15-22.


Quick Summary / Abstract:


Financial Impact:

Not applicable

Attachments:
Washington NOC Security Fencing
M. ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS
M.1. General Services
M.1.a. San Leandro Unified School District Board Policy Updates
Rationale:

A service provided by the California School Boards Association (CSBA) is to provide school districts with recommended updates to school board policies. When the district receives these recommendations, they are reviewed by staff, sent to the San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD) Policy Committee for review, and then sent to the Board of Education at a regular meeting for approval. SLUSD is committed to ensuring that all board policies remain current and updated.

The following policies have been revised, vetted by staff, reviewed by the SLUSD Policy Committee, and are being submitted for board approval:

BP 0450  Comprehensive Safety Plan

AR 0450   Comprehensive Safety Plan

BP 0520.2 Title I Program Improvement Schools

AR 0520.2 Title I Program Improvement Schools

BP 0520.3 Title I Program Improvement Schools

BP 1312.3 Uniform Complaint Procedures

AR 1312.3 Uniform Complaint Procedures

BP 2121 Superintendent's Contract

BP 3230 Federal Grant Funds

AR 3230 Federal Grant Funds

BP 3270  Sales and Disposal of Books, Equipment and Supplies

AR 3270 Sales and Disposal of Books, Equipment and Supplies

AR 3440 Inventories

AR 3460 Financial Reports and Accountability

AR 3512 Equipment

BP 3513.3 Tobacco-Free Schools

AR 3513.3 Tobacco-Free Schools

AR 3516.6 Earthquake Emergency Procedure System

BP 3553 Free and Reduced Price Meals

AR 3553 Free and Reduced Price Meals

BP 3555 Nutrition Program Compliance

BP 4112.2 Certification

E 4112.9, 4212.9, 4312.9 Employee Notifications

BP 4113 Assignment

AR 4115 Evaluation/Supervision

AR 4222 Teacher Aides/Paraprofessionals

BP 5116.1 Intradistrict Open Enrollment

AR 5116.1 Intradistrict Open Enrollment

BP 5121 Grades/Evaluations of Student Achievement

AR 5121 Grades/Evaluations of Student Achievement

BP 5131.62 Tobacco

BP 5145.3 Nondiscrimination/Harassment

AR 5145.3 Nondiscrimination/Harassment

BP 5145.7 Sexual Harassment

AR 5145.7 Sexual Harassment

BP 6120 Response to Instruction and Intervention

AR 6158 Independent Study

AR 6164.41 Children with Disabilities Enrolled by Their Parents in Private School

BP 6179 Supplemental Instruction

BB 9321 Closed Session Purposes and Agendas

The following policies have been recommended for deletion by CSBA.  Our staff has reviewed the polciies and are in agreement: No attachments were included for these policies, only recommendations.

E(1) 0520.2  Title I Program Improvement Schools

E(2) 0520.2 Title I Program Improvement Schools

AR 0520.3  Title I Program Improvement Schools

E 4222 Teacher Aides/Paraprofessionals


   









 
Recommended Motion:

Approve revisions to board policies.

Actions:
Motion

Approve revisions to board policies.

Passed with a motion by Leo Sheridan and a second by Diana Prola.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Attachments:
Board Policy Updates 10.11.16-Revised
M.1.b. Adopt Resolution 16-44 National Bullying Prevention Month
Rationale:
Every October, schools and organizations across the country join STOMP Out Bullying™ in observing National Bullying Prevention Month. The goal: encourage communities to work together to stop bullying and cyberbullying by increasing awareness of the prevalence and impact of bullying on all children of all ages.  San Leandro Unified School District is joining Alameda County Office of Education in promoting awareness of bullying nationwide.


 
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution 16-44 National Bullying Prevention Month.

Actions:
Motion

Adopt Resolution 16-44 National Bullying Prevention Month.

Passed with a motion by Monique Tate and a second by Evelyn Gonzalez.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Attachments:
Resolution 16-44 National Bullying Prevention
M.1.c. Adopt Resolution 16-45 National Youth Justice Awareness Month
Rationale:

The goal of Youth Justice Awareness Month is to bring attention to a movement that prevents youth from entering the adult criminal justice system. Nearly 200,000 youths a year are tried, convicted, and incarcerated as adults in our country annually. YJAM works to unite people to take a stand together and become the voices for the silenced, incarcerated youths of their communities.  San Leandro Unified School District is joining Alameda County Office of Education in support of this resolution.


 
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution No. 16-45 National Youth Justice Awareness Month

Actions:
Motion

Adopt Resolution No. 16-45 National Youth Justice Awareness Month

Passed with a motion by Leo Sheridan and a second by Monique Tate.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Attachments:
Res. 16-45 National Youth Justice Awareness Month
M.1.d. Adopt Resolution No. 16-46 Domestic Violence Prevention Month
Rationale:

Domestic Violence Awareness Month is an opportunity for us all to take a stand against domestic violence.  San Leandro Unified School district joins Alameda County Office of Education in promoting awareness of domestic violence across the country.

 
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution 16-46 Domestic Violence Prevention Month.

Actions:
Motion

Adopt Resolution 16-46 Domestic Violence Prevention Month.

Passed with a motion by Diana Prola and a second by Ashley Vo.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Attachments:
Resolution 16-46 Domestic Violence Awareness
M.1.e. Adopt Resolution 16-47 Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Rationale:

Breast Cancer Awareness Month increases awareness of the disease educates women about the importance of early detection.

 
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution 16-47 Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Actions:
Motion

Adopt Resolution 16-47 Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Passed with a motion by Evelyn Gonzalez and a second by Monique Tate.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Attachments:
16-47 Breast Cancer Awareness Month
M.2. Business & Operations
M.2.a. Adopt Resolution 16-43 Providing for the issuance and sale of 2016 Refunding General Obligation Bonds in the maximum principal amount of $21,000,000 to refund outstanding general obligations bonds and approving related documents and actions
Rationale:

Refunding would allow the district to take advantage of historic low interest rates and save tax payers within the district an estimated $2 Million over the life of the series.  

All transaction costs associated with bond refunding would be paid by proceeds from the refunding.  The refunding would have no impact (positive or negative) on the district's finances.  The refunding woudl have a positive impact on property tax payers in the District because capturing lower interest rates reduces teh repayment obligation on the District's refunded bonds. 

The District has previously issued voter-approved general obligation bonds which are secured by ad valorem property taxes in order to finance capital improvements to its school facilities. Bonds issued include the District’s Election of 2006, Series A Bonds and its 2007 Refunding Bonds, which were both issued on March 7, 2007 (together, the “2007 Bonds”). The District has been advised that due to favorable interest rates which currently are available in the municipal bond market, the District can realize interest rate savings by refinancing the 2007 Bonds with the proceeds of 2016 Refunding GO Bonds. Savings will be passed on to property tax payers by way of lower tax rates. The proceeds of the Refunding Bonds, net of issuance costs, will be deposited into an escrow fund and used to pay off the 2007 Bonds on the next available redemption date. The Resolution implements this refinancing plan, by authorizing the issuance of 2016 Refunding General Obligation Bonds, to be issued as traditional tax-exempt, current interest bonds (no capital appreciation bonds). A majority vote is required for approval.

Upon adoption, the Resolution authorizes District officials to proceed with the financing and bring into final form and execute the following documents, drafts of which are attached:  

(1) Official Statement: The Preliminary Official Statement (the “POS”) is the document that will be printed and circulated to potential investors in the proposed Bonds. The POS describes to investors the terms of the bonds (principal maturity amounts and dates, interest payment dates), and the security for the bonds (ad valorem taxes levied and collected in the District in a sufficient amount to pay debt service coming due in each fiscal year on the Bonds), describes the District’s tax base, and also presents District financial information to provide an investor with information regarding the District’s overall financial health. The securities laws require that a POS (i) not contain any misleading information and (ii) not omit any material information. In authorizing the issuance of securities and related disclosure documents, a public official may not authorize disclosure that the official knows to be false; nor may a public official authorize disclosure while recklessly disregarding facts that indicate that there is a risk that the disclosure may be misleading. If a Board member is aware of something that should be considered and disclosed in the Preliminary Official Statement relating to the District’s ability to pay the Bonds from ad valorem property taxes, that member should advise the financing team so it can be considered and possibly disclosed to investors. The Resolution delegates authority to the District’s staff to make changes to the POS following approval but before the Preliminary Official Statement is printed and distributed to investors.

(2) Bond Purchase Agreement. This document sets forth all of the terms of the sale of the Bonds to the bond underwriting firm of Piper Jaffray. The sale must occur within the parameters of law and the resolution, being that savings must be realized as a result of the refinancing, and the term of the bonds to be refunded cannot be extended.

(3) Escrow Agreement. This document governs the deposit of the Refunding Bond proceeds into an escrow fund, to be used to pay off the 2007 Bonds to be refunded.

(4) Continuing Disclosure Certificate. Under the Resolution, the District covenants to comply with all of the terms of the Continuing Disclosure Certificate, which is attached to the POS as Appendix E and will be signed upon the delivery of the Bonds. Under this agreement, which is required under Federal securities laws, the District must (1) annually (by March 31 of each year) file certain information with the Securities Rulemaking Board, consisting generally of the District’s annual financial statements, and (2) report certain significant events that might occur over the terms of the Bonds, such as a rating change or a delinquent payment. This reporting obligation extends until the Bonds are paid in full, or otherwise refunded or defeased.



 
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution 16-43 Providing for the issuance and sale of 2016 Refunding General Obligation Bonds in the maximum principal amount of $21,000,000 to refund outstanding general obligations bonds and approving related documents and actions.


Actions:
Motion

Adopt Resolution 16-43 Providing for the issuance and sale of 2016 Refunding General Obligation Bonds in the maximum principal amount of $21,000,000 to refund outstanding general obligations bonds and approving related documents and actions.


Passed with a motion by Diana Prola and a second by Leo Sheridan.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Quick Summary / Abstract:



Attachments:
.. Resolution 16-43 Bond
Bond Purchase Agreement
Escrow Agreement
Prel. Official Statement Oct. 18, 2016
M.2.b. Contract Software Support Renewal Agreement between the San Leandro Unified School District and Ray Morgan Company
Rationale:

Ray Morgan Company provides Lasherfiche software support for the period October 5, 2016 through October 5, 2017.

 

 

 


 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends approval of the renewal agreement with Ray Morgan Company for Laserfiche software support.

Actions:
Motion

Staff recommends approval of the renewal agreement with Ray Morgan Company for Laserfiche software support.

Passed with a motion by Monique Tate and a second by Evelyn Gonzalez.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Financial Impact:

$10,662.50 - General Fund




Attachments:
Ray Morgan Co. Software Support Renewal Agreement
M.3. Educational Services
M.3.a. Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District and Opus Theatre Works, LLC at Bancroft Middle School
Rationale:

Opus Theatre Works, LLC will provide acting, vocal and dance training through conservatory-style classes and rehearsal process for middle school students.

 


 
Recommended Motion:

Approve Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District and Opus Theatre Works, LLC. at Bancroft Middle School.

Actions:
Motion

Approve Contracted Services Agreement between San Leandro Unified School District and Opus Theatre Works, LLC. at Bancroft Middle School.

Passed with a motion by Monique Tate and a second by Leo Sheridan.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
No Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Financial Impact:

$25,000 - LCAP Supplemental Concentration Grant


Attachments:
Opus Theatre Works, LLC - Bancroft
M.3.b. Memorandum of Understanding between San Leandro Unified School District and Girls Inc of Alameda County
Rationale:

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD), within the context of SLUSD funders, such as Alameda County and other relevant SLUSD partnering community based organizations and the Girls Inc of Alameda County (Girls Inc.) for the purpose of providing mental health treatment, consultation, and service coordination on an as-needed basis, as determined by the Girls Inc. Community Mental Health Services Director (CMHSD). This MOU with described services includes the following SLUSD campuses: Garfield, Jefferson, Roosevelt, Monroe Elementary and Lincoln Continuation High School Campus. This MOU is Effective August 10, 2016.

 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD), within the context of SLUSD funders, such as Alameda County and other relevant SLUSD partnering community based organizations and the Girls Inc of Alameda County (Girls Inc.) for the purpose of providing mental health treatment, consultation, and service coordination on an as-needed basis, as determined by the Girls Inc. Community Mental Health Services Director (CMHSD).



Actions:
Motion

Staff recommends approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD), within the context of SLUSD funders, such as Alameda County and other relevant SLUSD partnering community based organizations and the Girls Inc of Alameda County (Girls Inc.) for the purpose of providing mental health treatment, consultation, and service coordination on an as-needed basis, as determined by the Girls Inc. Community Mental Health Services Director (CMHSD).



Passed with a motion by Evelyn Gonzalez and a second by Monique Tate.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Financial Impact:

SLUSD will reimburse Girls Inc at a rate of $24,000 for 3 full time equivalent mental health clinicians from the General Fund.

Attachments:
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD), within the context of SLUSD funders, such as Alameda County and
M.3.c. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between San Leandro Unified School District(SLUSD) and East Bay Agency for Children (EBAC)
Rationale:

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between San Leandro Unified School District(SLUSD) and East Bay Agency for Children (EBAC) for the purpose of providing behavioral health services for SLUSD students, families and staff during the 2016-2017 school year. MOU is effective as of August 17, 2016. These services will be provided for students and families at Wilson Elementary, Bancroft Middle and San Leandro High School/Fred T. Korematsu (FTK) campus.




 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between San Leandro Unified School District(SLUSD) and East Bay Agency for Children (EBAC) for the purpose of providing behavioral health services for SLUSD students, families and staff during the 2016-2017 school year from the district site funds.



Actions:
Motion

Staff recommends approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between San Leandro Unified School District(SLUSD) and East Bay Agency for Children (EBAC) for the purpose of providing behavioral health services for SLUSD students, families and staff during the 2016-2017 school year from the district site funds.



Passed with a motion by Monique Tate and a second by Evelyn Gonzalez.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Financial Impact:

SLUSD will pay EBAC $30,000 out of District site funds for 3 trainees. Payments will be made as follows: $15,000 to be paid by October 14, 2016 and $15,000 to be paid by April 14, 2017.

Attachments:
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between San Leandro Unified School District(SLUSD) and East Bay Agency for Children (EBAC)
M.3.d. Professional Development for Eureka Math Curriculum by Great Minds
Rationale:

The Teaching, Learning and Educational Equity Department will contract with Great Minds to provide professional development on Eureka Math curriculum.  This contract is for K-5 teachers on Customization and Preparation.  This session empowers teachers to customize and deliver the lessons of Eureka Math, fine tuning them through a step-by-step process to meet the needs of their students.  Teachers are first guided through the process as they work with a pre-selected lesson; they then use the preparation process collaboratively and independently to prepare lessons to be taught in the coming days or weeks.

 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends approval of professional development contract with Great Minds.

Actions:
Motion

Staff recommends approval of professional development contract with Great Minds.

Passed with a motion by Leo Sheridan and a second by Monique Tate.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Quick Summary / Abstract:



Financial Impact:

$15,600

Resource 3010

Attachments:
Great Minds Professional Development
M.3.e. 2016/2017 Master Contract & ISA for Residential Placement at Mingus Mountain Academy
Rationale:

2016/2017 Master Contract & ISA for Residential Placement.

StudentDOBCOSTLOCATION
# 1             11/21/2002     $ 95,064.90     Mingus Mountain Academy     
 

 
  Total$ 95,064.90 


 
Recommended Motion:

Approve Master Contract & ISA for residential placement at Mingus Mountain Academy.


Actions:
Motion

Approve Master Contract & ISA for residential placement at Mingus Mountain Academy.


Passed with a motion by Leo Sheridan and a second by Evelyn Gonzalez.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Financial Impact:

$ 95,064.90 - Special Education funds

Attachments:
Mingus Mountain Academy
M.3.f. Purchase of Tableau Server and User Licenses for San Leandro USD for the 2016-17 School Year.
Rationale:

The San Leandro Unified School District utilizes a variety of databases to record data.  In order to analyze this data, staff has to perform a great deal of manual work.  Tableau gives staff the ability to pull data from multiple systems and resources and create reports in a much more efficient and clear manner.  Once these reports are created, they are easily shared with users.  These reports will allow us to provide better support for our students.  







 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends approving the purchase of Tableau server and licenses for the 2016-17 school year.

Actions:
Motion

Staff recommends approving the purchase of Tableau server and licenses for the 2016-17 school year.

Passed with a motion by Leo Sheridan and a second by Ashley Vo.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Absent Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Tableau Server will allow staff the ability to pull data from multiple platforms and systems to create reports that are much more efficient and clear. These reports will be dynamic, timely, and provide users better information for supporting our students.


Financial Impact:

$40,500.00 from Supplemental and Concentration Grant Monies


Attachments:
Tableau Quote
N. INFORMATION ITEMS
N.1. General Services
N.1.a. Contracts for Amounts $10,000 or less for Fiscal Year 2016-2017
Attachments:
Contracts under 10K 10.11.16
N.2. Business & Operations
N.2.a. Community Services Comparative Report For 2015-16 Fiscal Year
Rationale:

Community Services Comparative Report 2015-16 Fiscal Year

 
Financial Impact:

NA

Attachments:
Community Services Comparative Report 2015-16
N.3. Human Resources
N.3.a. The California School Employees' Association Initial Proposal to Reopen 2016-17 Contract Negotiations with the San Leandro Unified School District
Rationale:

Government Code 3547 requires school districts to “sunshine” collective bargaining proposals at a meeting of the board of education. The California School Employees Association submitted an initial proposal to reopen contract negotiations with the San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD). This proposal is presented for public review and comment consistent with the requirements of Government Code 3547.


 
Attachments:
CSEA's Initial Proposal to Reopen 2016-17 Contract Negotiations with the SLUSD
N.4. Educational Services
N.4.a. Enrollment Numbers 10/3/2016
Rationale:

Enrollment Numbers  as of 10/3/2016


 
Financial Impact:

None

Attachments:
Enrollment Numbers 10/3/2016
O. FUTURE BUSINESS
O.1. Consensus Items
Minutes:
Trustee Prola inquired about the suggestion to move the Government requirement to the junior year due to age 18 for voting and adding a government unit to the 8th grade curriculum and what discussion has taken place. Deputy Superintendent Mucetti commented by saying these issues have been discussed by the Board Curriculum Committee that it does not seem possible at this time upon staff doing research. The district could potentially look at exploring this option down the road. Dr. Mucetti will send the framework to Trustee Prola.
Attachments:
Consensus items 10.11.16
P. ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS AND COMMENTS FROM BOARD MEMBERS
Q. BOARD OF EDUCATION FUTURE MEETINGS
Q.1. Regular Board Meeting - November 15, 2016
R. ADJOURNMENT
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 audience and all Board and Cabinet members held a moment of silence in Board President Vince J. Rosato's honor.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:38pm.
Actions:
Motion
Passed with a motion by Leo Sheridan and a second by Diana Prola.
Vote:
Yes Evelyn Gonzalez.
Yes Lance James.
Yes Diana Prola.
Yes Vince Rosato.
Yes Leo Sheridan.
Yes Monique Tate.
Yes Ashley Vo.
Disability Information:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, assistance will be provided to those requiring accommodations for disabilities. If you need special assistance to participate in a Regular Board meeting, please contact the Superintendent's Office at (510) 667-3522 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting.
10/11/2016 6:00:00 PM ( Original )
PresentEvelyn Gonzalez
PresentLance James
PresentDr. Mike McLaughlin
PresentDr. Rosanna Mucetti
PresentDiana Prola
AbsentVince Rosato
PresentLeo Sheridan
PresentMonique Tate
PresentDr. John Thompson
PresentAshley Vo

The resubmit was successful.