Kassandra Garcia

The board meeting featured a student showcase highlighting the dual language immersion program and the achievements of Selma High School and Abraham Lincoln Middle School. Key topics included school reports on recent senior activities, athletic season recaps, state testing updates, and mental health awareness initiatives. The board also recognized Hartland High School for being named a California Model School and presented awards to students for their contributions and communication with the board.

The Board of Education discussed and took action on various educational and administrative matters, including the Extended Learning Opportunities Program, the purchase of AVID curriculum, summer school enrichments, and music programs. Human resources actions included the declaration of need for fully qualified educators, employment of substitute teachers, and the approval of various employee calendars. The Board also reviewed proposals for printing equipment and maintenance projects, including shade structures and grounds maintenance. Consent agenda items were approved, covering accounts payable, conference and field trip requests, and various service contracts for facility repairs and school events. Board members provided reports on community and school activities, and the Superintendent presented updates on district events.

The Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) outlines how the Selma Unified School District will utilize state funds to enhance educational outcomes for all students, especially those with high needs. The plan focuses on four main goals: increasing student academic proficiency, implementing multi-tiered systems of academic support, implementing multi-tiered systems of behavioral and social-emotional support, and fostering parent engagement. The overall aim is to boost student progress and reduce achievement gaps within the district.

The board meeting included deliberations on student discipline cases and legal litigation claims during a closed session. Key action items approved during the open session included a solar operations and maintenance proposal, authorization for instructional assistant positions, the introduction of a Punjabi language class at the high school, and the procurement of supplemental ELD learning materials. Furthermore, the board approved food service agreements with neighboring districts, kitchen equipment replacement for an elementary school, and designations for the State Center Adult Education Consortium. A comprehensive consent agenda was adopted covering financial accounts payable, various educational service contracts, personnel activity reports, and field trip requests.

The Board approved various executive cabinet employment contracts, including those for the Chief Human Resources Officer, Assistant Superintendent of Business and Support Services, and Chief Academic Officer. Facilities-related actions included the award of a bid for the new Maintenance and Operations Building Complex, lab testing services for that complex, and the receipt of the Bond Oversight Committee annual report. Human Resources matters involved contract proposals, funding for staff positions, and the approval of school-related calendars. Educational services business included the purchase of a band semi-truck, approval of student achievement plans, local dashboard indicators, and the final approval of the Local Control and Accountability Plan. Financial approvals covered the 2024-25 budget, various grant applications, and a significant amendment to the food services management contract.