David Lawson

The board addressed a variety of administrative and operational items, including a settlement agreement with the SEIU concerning litigation and future operational procedures. The meeting covered reports on school facility projects, student events, and departmental updates. Key actions included the adoption of board policies, approval of the transportation plan, budget revisions, and the authorization of various contracts for facility maintenance, technology services, and financial auditing. Additionally, the board approved personnel actions and surplus items, while tabling specific proposals regarding fence installation and the student attendance calendar.

This School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) outlines Edison Middle School's strategic direction to maximize resources and enhance student outcomes for the 2026-2027 school year, aligning with LCAP and ESSA requirements. The plan establishes three primary goals: improving academic performance in Mathematics and English Language Arts, fostering student connectedness through enhanced engagement and safety measures, and achieving a 97% overall student attendance rate while reducing chronic absenteeism. It details strategies encompassing professional development, multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS), targeted interventions, parent and community involvement, technology integration, and social-emotional learning to ensure equitable opportunities and success for all learners.

This document outlines the 2026-2027 academic focus for Edison Middle School, emphasizing district-wide systems centered on math instruction, language development, collaboration, and student achievement. Key priorities include the adoption of new math curricula (McGraw-Hill, Amplify Desmos), an English Language Development (ELD) initiative with KCSOS coaching, and the implementation of a Professional Learning Community (PLC) model involving guiding coalitions and data teams. These integrated systems aim to foster stronger instruction, increased collaboration, enhanced language development, and improved student outcomes, ultimately building the future of Edison Middle School with strong systems, instruction, and outcomes.

This transportation plan outlines the Edison Elementary School District's services for home-to-school transportation, prioritizing students in transitional kindergarten through sixth grade, low-income pupils, and students with disabilities, including homeless children and youth. The plan details various routes, bus pass provisions, and aligns with state education codes, with provisions for stakeholder input and LCAP reporting.

The board meeting included a closed session discussion regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release. Additionally, the board received sexual harassment prevention training as mandated by Government Code 53237.1.