Jay Beckelheimer

The meeting included introductions and a review of the DELAC experience for new attendees. Key agenda items involved reviewing and approving the current agenda, and reviewing and approving the November minutes with a noted correction regarding 'Dual Enrollment' source (changed from Cal State Fullerton to Fullerton College). Old business covered nominations for the DELAC Historian position, with nominations opening shortly. Updates were provided on the LCAP Steering Committee, regular school attendance at Buena Park Middle School (noting a 2.89% attendance growth since December 2025), and the completion of the Bylaws Revision, which awaits final approval. New business featured in-depth discussions on the new Dual Language Immersion program starting at Gilbert Elementary, the Dual Enrollment opportunity for 7th and 8th graders via Fullerton College, the Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) strategic plan including a save-the-date for a Music and Arts Festival on March 31, 2026, awareness of the upcoming Summative ELPAC, and the importance of the LCAP Parent Survey. Announcements covered Community Schools updates including Farmer's markets and parenting classes (Olive Crest and Ten Education Essentials), access to arts programs via Soars and Kid Connection, and details regarding district open enrollment transfers for the 2026-2027 school year. School reports were summarized.

The key discussion topics for the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) included the development of a district master plan for education programs and services for English learners, considering school site master plans. Other items involved conducting a district-wide needs assessment, establishing district program goals and objectives for English learner services, developing a compliance plan for teacher and aide requirements, and reviewing/commenting on school district reclassification procedures and required written notifications to parents/guardians. If acting as the parent advisory committee, the DELAC also reviews and comments on the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). Agenda items also covered welcoming a new DELAC Historian, an LCAP Update, preparation for the summative ELPAC exam, and information regarding the Carino Website, Community Schools Updates, Latino Health Access Resources, and the BPSD organizational flow.

The meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) included welcome and introductions, followed by a presentation defining DELAC and its importance, and introductions to the Curriculum and Instruction department team. Key agenda items reviewed and approved included the November agenda and the October meeting minutes. Old Business featured a presentation on regular school attendance, focusing on Pendleton Elementary School, and a presentation on the GATE program, including details on student identification, testing, and upcoming art shows. The committee also reviewed updates on Bylaw revisions. New Business covered the Social and Emotional Wellness program at Pendleton Elementary School, a review of current English Learner (EL) student data and dashboard metrics, and updates on Community Schools, parent workshops ("Ten Education Essentials for Parents"), Dual Enrollment options, and the success of the Dual Language Immersion program. The meeting concluded with a public comment period covering topics such as school representative identification protocols, a request for a district-wide suicide prevention workshop, the need for consolidated information regarding workshops and events, appreciation for enrichment programs, and requests for ELD program guidance for reclassification.

The key discussion topics for the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) meeting included the development of a district master plan for education programs and services for English learners, considering school site master plans. Other main agenda items involved conducting a district-wide needs assessment, establishing district program goals and objectives for English learner services, developing a compliance plan for teacher/aide requirements, and reviewing/commenting on school district reclassification procedures and required written notifications to parents. Furthermore, the committee was set to review and comment on the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) development or annual update if acting in the capacity of the English learner parent advisory committee. New business included discussions on Dual Language Immersion, Dual Enrollment, Visual and Performing Arts, the Summative LPAC, and the LCAP Parent Survey.

The meeting commenced with introductions and a presentation detailing the meaning and importance of DELAC. The Curriculum and Instruction department team was introduced. Key procedural items included reviewing and approving the agenda and the minutes from the previous October meeting. Old Business featured presentations on regular school attendance at Pendleton Elementary School, the GATE program, and an update on Bylaws Revision progress. New Business covered the student social and emotional wellness program at Pendleton Elementary School, a review of EL student data, and various announcements regarding upcoming events like farmer's markets, parent workshops, Dual Enrollment opportunities, the success of the Dual Language Immersion program, and enrichment classes. The LCAP Steering Committee item was tabled. Public comments addressed the need for representatives to state their school affiliations, requests for district-wide workshops on suicide prevention and EL program guidance, and feedback on the value of enrichment programs and concerns regarding middle school program exclusion.