Dina Guittap

The board meeting included a closed session regarding superintendent performance evaluation. The meeting featured multiple recognition segments, including student success vision awards, classified employees of the year, and recognition for multilingual and bilingual advocacy. The board adopted a resolution recognizing classified school employees week and held public hearings regarding initial bargaining proposals with the California School Employees Association.

The Budget Advisory Committee meeting focused on addressing deficit spending and developing a fiscal solvency plan as directed by the Santa Clara County Office of Education. Key discussion topics included an update on the current budget, revenue projections, and strategies for expense reductions. The committee reviewed a timeline for fiscal planning, categorized potential reductions across various programs and operations, and analyzed enrollment and ADA trends to guide future budget balancing efforts for the upcoming fiscal years.

The meeting included a Superintendent's report on district matters, such as Bus Drivers Day, LCAP and budget meetings, site visits, and the reclassification of English learners. The Board recognized recipients of the Innovative Spirit award. Items scheduled for action included the approval of a consent agenda, the adoption of resolutions regarding the discontinuance of specific classified services, and a resolution addressing board member absence. The Board also reviewed a draft resolution for an education parcel tax to be placed on the November election ballot, discussed school safety, received an update on transition committee meetings, and acknowledged communications regarding donations.

This Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) outlines the strategic direction for Oak Grove Elementary School District for the 2017-2020 period. The plan is structured around six key goals: ensuring all students achieve proficiency across subject areas; accelerating proficiency for English Learners, low socioeconomic students, Foster Youth, and students of color; providing inclusive learning environments for students with disabilities; fostering 21st-century technology skills; maintaining supportive, creative, and safe school and classroom environments; and actively engaging families and community members in supporting Common Core State Standards instruction. These goals are pursued amidst challenges such as declining student enrollment and budget reductions, with an overarching aim to prepare students for college and career readiness.

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting that included a closed session to confer with District labor negotiators regarding the Oak Grove Educators Association, California School Employees Association Chapter 412, and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Union Council 57 Local 101. No action was taken during the closed session.