Kala Buck

The committee meeting included a team building activity and a review of community forum input, noting a significant increase in participation due to the shift to school-site forums. A presentation was provided on the California School Dashboard to offer a comprehensive view of school and district performance. Additionally, the committee engaged in a self-reflection activity and received an overview of the math curriculum pilot selection process for upcoming school years.

The meeting featured a presentation on the California School Dashboard, highlighting components of successful schools such as academic performance, engagement, and conditions and climate, with a specific focus on English Learner data for math and English. Additionally, the committee received information regarding English Language Proficiency Assessments and the EL reclassification process, along with an update on master plan development. The meeting also included a team-building activity and a showcase of staff participation in recent training.

The board addressed various administrative, financial, and operational matters. Key topics included the review of the Local Control Accountability Plan, establishment of school attendance boundaries, and approval of a communication plan regarding future boundary adjustments. The board also reviewed and approved a wide range of consent items, including personnel reports, Community Facilities District expenditures, accounts payable, various service contracts, and property disposals. Additionally, the superintendent provided updates on building openings, construction, and academy programs. The board deliberated on personnel appointments in closed session and addressed public comments concerning after-school programs and childcare services.

The ESSER III Expenditure Plan outlines how the Etiwanda School District intends to utilize Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds. The plan focuses on three primary areas: implementing strategies for continuous and safe in-person learning, addressing the academic impact of lost instructional time through evidence-based interventions, and utilizing remaining funds for additional actions. The overarching goal is to address students' academic, social, emotional, and mental health needs, and to close opportunity gaps exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The board meeting addressed several key items, including a student records challenge, the approval of the 2024-25 Professional Development Plan, and a public hearing regarding the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and the proposed 2024-25 district budget, both of which were rescheduled. Action was taken to approve the annual Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators, award a demolition bid to IDR Demolition, and deny a liability claim filed for a minor. Additionally, the board discussed and addressed a request to cure and correct alleged Brown Act violations, ultimately directing the Superintendent to respond by denying the allegations and to initiate a legal review of district policies regarding special education services.