Alec Barnhardt

The meeting featured reports from the CSEA and MVTA, focusing on staff updates, union collaboration, and the 2026-2027 academic calendar. Key discussions included the LCAP report, specifically regarding English learner support, budget priorities, and staff retention. The superintendent provided an overview of professional development activities, including STEM training for early intervention staff, literacy instruction implementation, and safety training initiatives for middle school staff. There was also discussion regarding the importance of training instructional assistants to better serve diverse student needs.

The board received a presentation on the district's English Language Development program, specifically regarding delivery models for designated instruction. Financial business included a review of the Second Interim Financial Report, covering updated revenue and expenditure projections, budget assumptions, and fiscal conditions affecting the district. Additionally, the board approved the proposed scope of work and design direction for the Mill Valley Middle School Renovation project, including the preferred location for the District Office.

The Board discussed several key matters, including the approval of a student settlement agreement and the announcement of an active investigation regarding a district employee. Public comments addressed concerns about working conditions and discrimination. Reports were provided by the Classified School Employees Association and the Mil Valley Teachers Association concerning a local parcel tax initiative. Additionally, the Board reviewed English Language Program plans and budget management strategies.

Key discussion topics during the meeting included the approval of the School Calendar for the 2026-2027 academic year. The Superintendent provided a mid-year update on the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), emphasizing progress in strengthening student data systems using DIBELS and i-Ready to monitor student growth and guide instruction, particularly for vulnerable student populations. The Director of Maintenance, Operations and Safety, along with a representative from AECOM, gave updates on Facilities Modernization Projects, noting completed work at Strawberry Point and Tam Valley. Additionally, the Board reviewed and discussed draft resolution language for a potential parcel tax measure proposed for June 2026, which aims to extend an existing tax and add a concurrent one, with requested revisions before further action.

The Board meeting included several key decisions regarding facilities and board operations. Facilities actions involved approving the lease of temporary modular classrooms for Mill Valley Middle School (MVMS) at a cost up to $3,318,058.64, funding from Measure G. Additionally, a 13-month extension for preconstruction services with FLINT totaling $2,410,320 for the MVMS project, also Measure G funded, was approved. The Board also approved Addendum No. 3 to the FLINT lease for Phase IIA interim housing, estimated at $20,000,000, funded by Measure G. Under Board Operations, a resolution for a parcel tax measure for the June 2026 election was approved, which extends the existing tax and renews a supplemental tax. Furthermore, a new Board Policy and Administrative Regulation addressing the District's response to immigration enforcement was approved, updating and consolidating language, including updating optional training to mandatory staff trainings.