Carol Chen

The board discussed several operational and strategic matters, including governance norms, the 2023-2030 Strategic Plan, and reports from the Parcel Tax and Bond Oversight Committees. Action items included declaring May 6, 2026, as the Day of the Employee, approving a Declaration of Need for fully qualified educators for the 2026-2027 school year, and various personnel actions. Additionally, the board reviewed routine consent items, including personnel nominations, contract approvals, and transportation planning.

The board meeting included discussions on the implementation plan for the new cell phone policy, updates from the Superintendent regarding summer school and upcoming events, and the review and approval of the 2026-27 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) and the 2026-2027 district budget. Additional actions involved the approval of updated contracts for physical education services, mathematics curriculum, and MTSS support. The board also addressed election orders, board member compensation policies, certificated assignments, and the acceptance of the initial bargaining proposal from the Moreland California School Employee Association.

The Board discussed strategic planning, the Superintendent's report regarding student competitions and school events, and the resignation of a Board member. Action items included accepting the Measure M Bond Audit Report, establishing a procedure to fill a Board vacancy by provisional appointment, approving a bargaining proposal with the teachers association, awarding an architectural agreement for a fire alarm replacement project, and approving a contract for a Chromebook initiative. Additionally, the Board nominated a member to the CSBA Delegate Assembly.

The Board meeting included a presentation and adoption of a resolution requesting the County of Santa Clara to establish a tax rate for bonds of the Moreland School District for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The Board accepted the District's initial bargaining proposal with the Moreland California School Employee Association and voted on candidates for the California School Boards Association Delegate Assembly. Additionally, the District presented the 2025-2026 Second Interim Report, which was approved with a positive certification status. The Superintendent provided reports on various school programs, student recognitions, upcoming community events, and updates regarding new state laws concerning cell phone policies in schools.

The board meeting included a special recognition for the 2026 People of the Year and received updates from the Superintendent on various district initiatives, including strategic planning, facility improvements, and personnel changes. Key actions included the approval of a 5-year Zoom service agreement, the purchase of iPads for student use, and a contract increase for student transportation services. The board also addressed personnel nominations, discussed compliance with new state laws regarding student technology, and reviewed internal financial reports, including the Measure M Bond Audit.