Bill Beckett

The Galt Primary Schools District's Dual Language Immersion Program is founded on the belief in the importance of all languages and cultures. Its vision is to provide an inclusive educational opportunity that fosters multiculturalism, develops bilingualism and biliteracy, and delivers a high-quality academic program. The plan's objectives include achieving high levels of bilingualism, biliteracy, academic success in both English and Spanish, and promoting sociocultural competence. The program utilizes a 90:10 instruction model, integrating native English and Spanish speakers, and is actively expanding its offerings through the 2026-27 academic year.

The Galt Joint Union Elementary School District's vision outlines its commitment to an inclusive educational opportunity through a Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program. Key areas of focus include developing bilingualism and biliteracy, ensuring high academic achievement in both English and Spanish, and fostering sociocultural competence. The program aims to strengthen students' self-perception and identity, prepare them for a global society, and cultivate positive cross-cultural understanding and appreciation for diversity.

The Galt Expanded Learning Opportunities Program Plan (GEL) outlines comprehensive activities to support the holistic development of students, focusing on their academic, social, and emotional needs. The plan emphasizes creating safe environments, fostering active and engaged learning, building essential skills, promoting youth voice and leadership, and encouraging healthy behaviors. It ensures diversity, access, and equity, alongside a commitment to quality staff engagement, collaborative partnerships, and continuous quality improvement. The overall vision is to provide inclusive, engaging learning experiences that prepare students for future success and strengthen community connections.

The meeting included a Closed Session to discuss public employee performance evaluation (Superintendent), public employee discipline/dismissal/release, and conference with labor negotiators concerning GEFA, CSEA, and unrepresented employees. Key agenda items in Open Session involved a presentation by Greer Elementary School Leadership Students and communications, including the Sacramento County Office of Education's 2025-2026 First Period Interim Report. Reports covered LCAP Goal 1 results concerning MAP and iReady Mathematics diagnostics for Winter 2026, and LCAP Goal 2 regarding temporary athletic coach CPR certifications. Other reports discussed the Governor's Proposal for the 2026-27 State Budget and K-12 Education, the City And Schools Together (CAST) Meeting summary, and school calendars. Routine matters included the approval of the agenda and payment of warrants, personnel actions, approval of master contracts, a contract with Christy White Certified Public Accountant, consideration of the GJUESD District Audit Report for the year ended June 30, 2025, and several resolutions related to reducing or abolishing positions due to lack of work or funds. The Board also considered approvals for Safety Plans for multiple elementary schools and a middle school, the Expanded Learning Opportunities Grant Plan, and 2026-27 E-rate service provider.

The meeting began with the annual organizational session, including the election of officers. Katherine Harper was elected as President, Annette Kunzie as Vice President, and Casey Raboi as Clerk. The Superintendent was appointed as Secretary to the board. The board approved the schedule of regular meetings, maintaining them on the third Wednesday of each month except July. Board representatives and alternates were designated for various committees, including CAST, Transportation, Sacramento School Board Association (SCSBA), and Board Policy. A significant portion of the meeting involved a presentation from the City of G's Assistant City Manager and Principal Planner regarding residential development. Key discussion points included the volatile housing market, high current building permit issuance rates for 2025 (exceeding projections), cautious builder sentiment for 2026 due to interest rates, and updates on specific developments such as Dry Creek Oaks (senior community), Parland Oaks (small lot subdivision with duplexes and proposed apartments), and Greenwood Cottages (small lot single-family dwellings).