Jason Sabbagh

The meeting included the adoption of the 2023-24 district budget and the approval of the Local Control and Accountability Plans for both the district and Camino Polytechnic. Key discussion topics also involved a self-reflection on local performance indicators, approval of the statement of reason for reserves in excess of the minimum, and a second reading of updated board policies and administrative regulations. Additionally, the board prepared to enter a closed session to discuss public employee appointments, performance evaluations, and labor negotiations.

The meeting included a closed session covering personnel performance evaluations, litigation, and labor negotiations. Informational items presented included a report on the Camino Cares Program, an update on COVID-19 health and safety guidelines, COVID-19 funding projects, and the School Accountability Report Cards for district schools. Action items featured the approval of the 2022/2023 school calendar, personnel hiring, warrant orders, a McKinney-Vento memorandum of understanding, a quarterly Williams report, and a summer assistance program memorandum of understanding with the California School Employees Association.

The board agenda included discussions regarding the employment contract for the Interim Superintendent/Principal and a coaching support contract with Full Circle Education Consultants. Key actions involved the adoption of Resolution 22/23-13 regarding virtual meeting flexibility, approval of the 2022 School Accountability Report Cards for both the Camino School and Camino Polytechnic, and the selection of a new playground structure proposal. The board also reviewed an Art and Music grant plan, held an election for a representative to the CSBA Delegate Assembly, discussed restructuring the Camino Poly Charter Program, approved an increase to the long-term substitute teacher pay rate, and received reports on the Local Control and Accountability Plan and ongoing repairs at the school facility.

This plan outlines the local educational agency's strategy for providing supplemental instruction and support to students, particularly those identified with academic, social-emotional, and other needs. It details how Expanded Learning Opportunities Grant funds will be utilized to implement a learning recovery program targeting specific student groups, such as low-income students, English learners, and students below grade level. Key elements include identifying student needs, informing parents about opportunities, and delivering supplemental instruction through various programs, including extended learning time, interventions for learning gaps, integrated student supports, and staff training. The plan also describes the coordination of these funds with other federal relief funds.

The board convened for a special meeting and study session regarding the structure of the Camino Polytechnic Charter School. The agenda included a closed session for conference with labor negotiators, followed by a public study session to review historical and current data related to the charter school, specifically addressing options in consideration of a decrease in student enrollment.