Diane Benitez

This Triennial Assessment Report for the Rosemead School District evaluates its Local School Wellness Policy (LSWP). The assessment identifies strengths such as comprehensive scope, clear governance, and community engagement, alongside opportunities for improvement including the lack of quantified metrics, limited mental health integration, and detailed staff wellness programs. The report outlines next steps to strengthen the LSWP by incorporating SMART goals, defining a comprehensive staff wellness plan, and implementing equity-focused actions. It also details the extent of compliance across schools and the progress made in achieving LSWP goals, with a focus on communication and input gathering.

The meeting began with the call to order and establishment of quorum. Key agenda items included public comments where a term, "service cliff," was explained. The committee reviewed its membership, noting that a quorum had been established for the first time since spring 2025. A primary action item was the nomination and election of a Vice Chair, which resulted in Ms. Irene Cano being elected. Reports were presented, including an SELPA update highlighting satisfaction with the revitalization of the CAC, and updates from the East Los Angeles Regional Center and the San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center regarding upcoming events and outreach opportunities. Additionally, Parents' Place shared details about an upcoming Transition Conference. The final action item involved the unanimous approval of the revised CAC bylaws.

The meeting commenced with the establishment of a quorum via teleconference. Key reports were presented, including an update from the WSGV SELPA Executive Director regarding membership numbers and the Teacher Residency program facing funding challenges due to a frozen federal grant. Reports from the East Los Angeles Regional Center and San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center detailed growth, new units, and upcoming community events. Parent's Place provided updates on support groups and workshops. Discussion items focused on the need to fill vacant CAC memberships and scheduling upcoming SELPA events, such as the Students with Disabilities Resource Fair and the SELPA Spring Social. A mini-training on Executive Functioning at Home was also presented. The next meeting is scheduled for May 12, 2025.

The meeting commenced with the establishment of a quorum and approval of the agenda. Key reports included an update on SELPA office staff returning to work, the receipt of CARE Act Funding for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) training, discussion regarding Senate Bill SB 98 concerning increased funds for students with low incidence disabilities, and various options districts have for school assessments (in person, virtual, or records review). The adoption of Unique Learning Systems curriculum by 13 districts was noted, and the requirement to develop Distance Learning Plans for all students with an IEP was emphasized. Discussion also covered reviewing future meeting dates and voting on potential topics for mini-trainings, such as Collaborative IEP meetings and Technology-related apps.

The Committee meeting involved several key actions and reviews. Discussions included the review and approval of several previous sets of minutes. The committee reviewed the tentative 2016 meeting schedule, which was set for March 3, 2016, and September 1, 2016. A significant agenda item was the review and approval of the 2014 Bond Audit presented by Moss, Levy & Hartzheim, LLP. Additionally, members reviewed the Board-adopted revised Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee Bylaws, discussed membership and quorum requirements, and received project updates from the Facilities Consultant, noting that the Encinita multi-purpose room completion was anticipated around the end of September.