Kristen Kuehter-Lopez

This plan details how the Curtis Creek Elementary School District will utilize Expanded Learning Opportunities (ELO) Grant funds to implement a learning recovery program. The program prioritizes supplemental instruction and support for students identified as low-income, English learners, foster youth, homeless, with disabilities, at risk, disengaged, or below grade level. Key strategies include extending instructional time through summer learning sessions and extended school days, accelerating student progress via after-school tutoring, baseline assessments, and English learner materials, and providing integrated student supports such as a full-time school counselor, behavioral health partnerships, school meals, and staff training on trauma-informed practices to address social-emotional and academic needs.

This Comprehensive District Safety Plan outlines a systematic planning process to ensure a safe learning environment and prevent crime and violence on school campuses, in compliance with the California Education Code. Key components address child abuse reporting, emergency preparedness, student discipline, discrimination and harassment policies, safe ingress and egress, and tactical responses to criminal incidents. The plan aims to achieve a safe physical and social climate, empowering students through strong school and community connectedness, and supporting district goals for safety, compliance, organization, relationships, and education.

The Curtis Creek School District's Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Plan aims for long-term pest prevention and suppression through accurate identification, frequent monitoring, and appropriate action levels, prioritizing non-chemical methods. Its objectives are to eliminate pest threats to health and safety, prevent property damage, and protect environmental quality across all facilities. Key components include comprehensive pest identification and monitoring, the implementation of various non-chemical management practices, and the judicious use of least-hazardous pesticides only when necessary. The plan also covers compliance with the Healthy Schools Act, staff training, reporting, public notification, and annual review.

The council reviewed the Principal's Report concerning the school's safety plan and PBIS reward criteria, specifically addressing student eligibility and future adjustments for rewarding students. Additionally, the meeting included a CHKS Data Dive to evaluate school strengths, such as staff support and student connectedness, alongside identified weaknesses like parent involvement and student safety concerns.

This Transportation Plan outlines the provision of transportation services for students in grades TK-8 residing outside the one-mile non-service zone. It details eligibility criteria, prioritizing students in TK-6th grade and those identified as low-income, while also addressing transportation for students with disabilities and homeless/foster youth. The plan emphasizes free service, outlines consultation processes for its development, and includes budget projections for the 2026-2027 school year.