Dulce Noriega

The committee meeting covered a variety of administrative and educational topics. Discussion points included a review of the latest DAC report, and public comments providing feedback on afterschool programs and high school mobile phone policies. The committee received a comprehensive training presentation on ELAC and DELAC roles, responsibilities, and functions, such as the development of the English Learner Master Plan and reclassification criteria. Additionally, the committee reviewed school site reports, discussed district goals for English language proficiency, and conducted nominations for a new secretary.

The committee meeting covered several key agenda items. Updates were provided on DAC reports regarding Title I, II, and III funding. Discussions were held regarding the district's reclassification celebrations, the sharing of EL data at site meetings, and the translation of district-wide surveys. A comprehensive report on EL academic achievement was presented, including CAASPP ELA and Math performance metrics, as well as an update on the current usage and future pilot plans for Title III funds, including the introduction of a new program called Summit K12 for grades 6-12. Additionally, the committee worked in groups to provide feedback on upcoming EL survey questions.

The meeting included student performances and reports from school representatives. Key agenda items included the recognition of the SEPAC Executive Board, the presentation of the California Distinguished School Award to San Jacinto Leadership Academy, and the introduction of several new administrative personnel across the district. The Board addressed financial and administrative matters, including the authorization of special tax bonds for a community facilities district, approval of various resolutions for budget adjustments, cooperative purchasing agreements, and the renewal of the San Jacinto Valley Academy charter petition. Additionally, new job descriptions were reviewed for various maintenance and procurement roles, and school plans for student achievement and the Head Start program were approved.

The Expanded Learning Opportunities Program Plan for San Jacinto Unified School District is designed to provide a safe, structured, and engaging environment that extends learning beyond the traditional school day for transitional kindergarten through eighth-grade students. Guided by the vision 'One Team. One Program. One Community.', its core goals include supporting student academic achievement, strengthening student safety and social-emotional health, fostering English Learner language development, increasing developmental assets and positive youth behaviors, and improving regular school-day attendance. The plan emphasizes hands-on, engaging learning experiences and collaborative partnerships to ensure equitable access to comprehensive expanded learning opportunities that complement the instructional day.

The board meeting included several key agenda items such as a report from the closed session regarding the resolution of a special education case, student presentations from various schools, and formal recognitions of several high school athletic teams and a facilities maintenance supervisor. The Board conducted a public hearing for the San Jacinto Valley Academy charter renewal, approved the personnel services report, and adopted multiple resolutions including those for the California Day of the Teacher, Classified School Employee Week, National School Nurse Day, and the authorization to encumber funds for the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, the board approved revised salary schedules, various school plans for student achievement, and new job descriptions. Information items presented included an actuarial study for post-employment benefits and the quarterly report on school conditions.