Kuresha Mahida

The board meeting highlighted the AVID high school program, student achievements in math competitions, and recognition of educators and staff. Discussions included district enrollment processes, updates on Measure SOS construction projects, and reports on community service and scholarship events. The board approved resolutions to designate the California Day of the Teacher and Classified School Employee Week, reviewed data on college admissions, and evaluated AP course load policies. Additionally, the board considered secondary math curriculum adoption, reviewed several board policies and administrative regulations, and accepted various gifts from school booster clubs and PTAs. The board also elected to cancel a planned special meeting in favor of discussing goals during regular sessions.

The committee discussed the draft of the annual report and approved a motion to have the chairperson collaborate with the District Advocates Group to incorporate updates identified during the session, ahead of a scheduled presentation to the Board of Education.

The meeting included the recognition of the district's Employees of the Year, updates on school enrollment projections, class size practices, and reports from student members, faculty associations, and the Superintendent. Key actions taken included the adoption of a new elementary math curriculum, the restructuring of technology aide positions, and the establishment of board meeting dates for the upcoming academic year. The Board also reviewed committee structures, approved several overnight and out-of-state field trips, ratified purchase orders and contracts, and approved various board policies and regulations, including those related to remote meeting conduct.

The board meeting focused on several key items including executive session discussions regarding labor negotiations, employee performance, discipline, and legal litigation. The board approved a settlement agreement for a student case, the termination of certificated employees due to reduction in services, the layoff settlement agreement, the termination and reduction of classified employee hours due to lack of work or funds, and the adoption of administrative law judge decisions. The board also held a presentation on the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program, featuring testimonials from students and staff regarding academic success, college preparation, and the support system provided by the program.

The Board of Education held a bond study session focusing on the Measure SOS program. Discussions included a status update on Phase One projects, which encompass HVAC system replacements, seismic upgrades, pool renovations, and other core facilities improvements. Architects presented design updates for specific high school and elementary school projects. The board reviewed the design process timeline, infrastructure requirements, and budget allocations, noting that $135 million of the $278 million bond has been assigned. Additionally, the meeting covered quick start projects like playground installations and safety fencing, as well as specific project scope adjustments necessitated by site conditions and infrastructure challenges at various campuses.