Ariana Mata

This document, an LCAP Federal Addendum, outlines how Sunnyside Union School District utilizes federal funds (Title I, Title II, Title III, and Title IV) to support and enhance its Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) goals. The strategic pillars include ensuring academic growth and proficiency in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and 21st Century Skills; engaging all educational partners; providing safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments; offering targeted support for English Learners to overcome language barriers; and delivering essential social, emotional, and health services. The plan details the specific allocation of federal funds to address identified needs, such as academic interventions, professional development, resources for English Learners, and technology infrastructure, ensuring a comprehensive, equitable, and responsive educational program.

This Local Control and Accountability Plan for Sunnyside Union School District outlines its strategy for the 2026-27 school year, focusing on improving student outcomes, particularly for high-needs students. Key strategic goals include enhancing academic proficiency in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and 21st-century skills, fostering active engagement among all educational partners, and creating positive learning environments. The plan also prioritizes dedicated support systems for English Language Learners and comprehensive social, emotional, and health services for all students to ensure holistic development and success.

The committee held its initial organizational meeting to cover introductory matters regarding the Measure O general obligation bonds. Key discussion topics included an overview of the bond program, planned projects, and timelines. The District Bond Counsel provided guidance on the roles and responsibilities of committee members, including information related to the Education Code and the Brown Act. Additionally, the committee conducted elections for the positions of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary, and established a schedule for future quarterly meetings.

The session was held to recognize students for their academic achievements during the second trimester. Key discussion topics included perfect attendance awards, special recognitions for character traits such as caring and responsibility, and academic awards in reading and mathematics. Additionally, the presentation highlighted the efforts of distance learners who continued their education through online work or independent assignments completed at home.

The Board of Education meeting covered a range of operational and administrative topics. Agenda items included labor negotiations in closed session, staff reports from the Business Manager, Vice Principal, and Superintendent-Principal, and the review of facility projects such as the wall modernization and court project. Discussions also touched on the instructional services report, food services updates, and student activity reports, including athletics and parent conferences. The board approved payroll and purchase orders, ratified employment, accepted a resignation, and considered various contracts for consulting services and interdistrict transfers, as well as a 2023-2024 budget revision.