Jennifer Macias

The agenda includes a public hearing to gather recommendations and comments on the 2019-2020 Riverside Preparatory School Proposed Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)/Federal Addendum and the Proposed 2019-2020 Budget. The board will consider approving the Declaration Of Need For Fully Qualified Educators for Riverside Preparatory School for School Year 2019-2020, and contracts for professional development services. Additional discussion items include approving Mr. Peter Snyder as the CIF Representative to League for 2019-20 school year, approving/ratifying a consultant agreement with KCH Corporation for DSA inspector work, approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Brandman University, and approving "Military Physical Fitness" as a new course offering. The board will also discuss contracts for services with Illuminate Education and MDSS, and a Memorandum of Understanding and Agreement for Participation in The Center for Teaching Innovation Induction Programs.

The board discussed the superintendent's report, which included updates on new teacher orientation and staffing levels. Business updates covered cash balances and budget approvals. The board approved several action items, including board policies and regulations, county forms, a membership agreement, modifications to health benefits, changes in work days for bus drivers, the Consolidated Application Report, and the designation of a Custodian of Records. They also approved authorized signatories for student records, memberships to the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA), a realignment of the Classified Management Salary Scale, a resolution regarding a previous employee's salary history, and several donations. The board accepted the resignation of the Board of Trustees President, with the resignation effective at a later date.

The agenda includes items for public comment, approval of the minutes from the previous meeting, and the May Personnel Report. The board will consider certifying Mojave River Academy's eligibility to submit an application for Dashboard Alternative School Status (DASS). Additionally, the board will consider approving Assembly Bill 216, which would exempt specific students from certain graduation requirements.

The Board of Trustees held a meeting that included a presentation of a resolution of recognization to a trustee, followed by a reception celebration. The Board elected officers, including the president and clerk. The Board discussed legal counsel matters, employee assignments, and potential disciplinary actions in closed session. The Superintendent shared updates, including a birth announcement and recognition of the Middle School and High School band concert. The Board also discussed school calendar updates, business updates, the CA Dashboard Local Indicator, and student test data. The Board approved consent items, including the purchase order payment report and personnel report. Additionally, the Board approved board policies and regulations related to student wellness and conduct, adopted a board policy and administrative regulation, and adopted resolutions for Red Ribbon Week, Hispanic Month, and support for public education. The Board also approved items for surplus, the Williams Quarterly Report, and out-of-state/overnight travel for teacher/employee recruitment. The Board affirmed contracts for the Deputy Superintendent and Assistant Superintendents.

The agenda includes a closed session to discuss staff/student personnel matters, negotiations, litigation, and/or the acquisition of land or facilities, including specific legal cases and potential litigation related to a former employee's PERS. The open session covers reports from the Superintendent and business updates, approval of consent items such as meeting minutes, purchase order payments, personnel reports, and agreements with universities and schools. Action items include approving authorized signatories for student records, the Consolidated Application for categorical funding, a salary schedule for Certificated Instructional Support Teachers, a contract for instructional coaching services, the Williams Quarterly Report, and extra duty stipends.