Jessica Morris

The Board meeting included the appointment of the Manager of District Safety Programs and Compliance and recognitions for community partners supporting the Immigration Support Plan. The Superintendent's report highlighted student achievements in business competitions and athletic events. The Board accepted several grants, including the City of Santa Ana Bridging the Graffiti Arts Program grant, and approved various agreements, contracts, and job descriptions. Additionally, the Board reviewed revised policies related to district school attendance, high school graduation requirements, and students with disabilities. A public hearing was held for the California School Employees Association's initial reopener proposal, and several resolutions were adopted, including those proclaiming May as National Mental Health Awareness Month and designating various teacher and support staff appreciation weeks.

The Board meeting included reports on closed session actions, such as personnel appointments and employee notices. The Superintendent provided updates on budget town halls, upcoming academic and athletic achievements, and school recognitions. The Board deliberated and took action on the Second Interim Budget Report, revised board bylaws regarding student board members, and various fiscal stabilization plans. Additionally, several consent items were reviewed, including contracts, agreements, personnel calendars, and facility-related change orders, with specific items pulled for further discussion.

The Board meeting included the appointment of an Executive Director of Facilities and Operations, a report on student achievement and district programs, and a review of the process for renaming school facilities. Several revised and new job descriptions were approved for district roles. Additionally, the Board adopted a resolution regarding ethnic studies, proclaimed an appreciation week for afterschool professionals, and approved several memoranda of understanding with the local educators' association. Board policies regarding attendance, chronic absence, and truancy were revised, and delegate assembly members were authorized to attend an upcoming state meeting.

This document outlines the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for McFadden Intermediate School, detailing its goals, actions, data, budget, and progress. It focuses on four key areas: teaching and learning, stakeholder communication and engagement, safety and wellness, and tiered interventions and support. The plan also addresses the school's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including technology distribution and mental health provisions, with the aim of improving student achievement and well-being.

The promotion ceremony for the 8th grade class included the presentation of student awards for academic excellence in mathematics, history, language arts, and science, as well as spirit and achievement awards. Additionally, students were recognized for their progress on the pathway to biliteracy, and the ceremony featured messages from school board members and the teacher of the year.