Centralia Elementary School District

The Board meeting included various business, educational, and human resources items. Key actions included the approval of multiple agreements for transportation services, professional auction services, software licensing, and legal services. The Board also accepted numerous gifts to the District, ratified various financial reports, and approved a resolution regarding committed fund balance. Additionally, the Board addressed the adoption of school plans for student achievement, ratified a memorandum of understanding with the California School Employees Association, and authorized notices of completion for several construction projects. Finally, Board members requested approval for participation in professional conferences and proposed a change to the July board meeting schedule.

The board met to discuss and deliberate on the vacancy created by the resignation of a trustee in Trustee Area 4. The primary agenda item focused on determining the method for filling the vacant seat, with options including calling an election or making a provisional appointment as specified by the Education Code.

This document outlines the Centralia Elementary School District's Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for the 2023-24 school year, detailing the strategic utilization of Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) resources to support high-needs students. Key priorities include enhancing academic achievement through evidence-based instruction and curriculum, fostering social-emotional well-being and mental health via comprehensive support systems, investing in robust professional development for staff, and strengthening student and family engagement. The plan aims to build upon past successes in academic proficiency and behavior, integrate community school strategies, and ensure equitable outcomes for all students, particularly those disproportionately impacted by learning gaps.

The Centralia Elementary School District's Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) details the strategic use of state funds, particularly those from the LCFF, to address student needs through collaborative engagement with stakeholders. Key priorities include mitigating learning loss, advancing academic achievement for all student groups, reinforcing social-emotional learning and mental health support, promoting positive behavioral interventions, enhancing English learner proficiency, providing comprehensive professional development for staff, and strengthening family and community partnerships. The plan aims to foster lifelong learning, meet diverse educational requirements, and prepare students for 21st-century success within a supportive and safe environment, with a particular focus on underserved student populations and closing achievement gaps.

The board meeting included several key actions, such as the approval of an amendment to the Strong Workforce Program grant service agreement and the ratification of certificated and classified personnel actions. A public hearing was held regarding surplus property, followed by the approval of a resolution to declare property surplus and authorize a long-term ground lease. The board also adopted the 2023/2024 budget and the Local Control and Accountability Plan. Additionally, the board adopted various policies and administrative regulations, including updates to lease-leaseback contracts and campus security, and reviewed multiple board bylaws regarding roles, conduct, and conflict of interest. A closed session was held to discuss labor negotiations, litigation, public employee performance, and real property negotiations.