Coalinga-Huron Unified School District

This Master Plan provides guidance and direction for the Coalinga-Huron Unified School District's English Language Development (ELD) program, ensuring consistent and coherent services for English Learners (ELs). It is committed to developing academic English Language Proficiency, fostering a positive self-image, and appreciating cultural and linguistic diversity. Key objectives include providing a safe and engaging learning environment, attracting and retaining excellent staff, operating with transparency, maintaining necessary facilities, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and promoting parent and community involvement to prepare all students for college, career, and community readiness through comprehensive English language support.

The board meeting covered several key actions and discussions, including the affirmation of investigation findings regarding a district employee. The board approved various personnel lists, payroll, and purchase orders. Additionally, they approved a legal services agreement with FCSS and various teacher and staff appreciation weeks. The business services department provided an update on ESSER III funding. Instructional services saw the adoption of new instructional materials for English Language Arts, Foreign Language, and Social/Emotional Learning, as well as approval for the Huron Youth Wellness Summit, the Williams Uniform Complaints report, and agreements with Renaissance Star CBM, Nearpod, Capturing Kids' Hearts, and FCSS for professional learning. Student discipline cases were addressed in closed session, resulting in several stipulated expulsion agreements, and a claim for damages was denied.

The board received updates from various school sites, including student activities and reports on college and career readiness. Union representatives presented information regarding teacher retention and competitive salaries. The superintendent provided updates on district facility improvements and upcoming training. Key actions included approving the classified and certificated personnel lists, authorizing contracts for topographic surveys, and discussing the superintendent's employment contract. The board also approved professional development, library subscription renewals, and agreements for special education and community services. Finally, the board conducted closed session discussions regarding labor negotiations and student discipline matters, subsequently reporting actions taken on student expulsion agreements.

This strategic plan for Coalinga High School aims to maximize resources and increase student achievement. Key goals include improving English Language Arts and English Language Development scores, enhancing mathematics and science performance, fostering a positive school climate and culture by reducing suspensions and chronic absenteeism, increasing college and career preparedness through higher graduation rates, and boosting overall parent engagement. The plan outlines specific strategies and measurable outcomes to address identified needs across these areas.

This strategic plan outlines the direction for Nell Dawson Elementary School, focusing on maximizing resources to increase student achievement. Key priorities include improving mathematics and English Language Arts results, enhancing English Language Learner proficiency, and cultivating a positive school culture and climate where students feel safe, valued, and respected. The overarching goal is to prepare all students for college and career readiness.