Lizbeth Alvarado

The committee reviewed several items, including reports from high school student representatives regarding intervention programs and discussed the new Seal of Civic Engagement requirements. The agenda included a presentation on the new state-mandated mobile device policy and an analysis of state assessment data through the California Data Dashboard and ELPI to identify areas for student growth. Furthermore, the committee conducted a needs assessment to gather feedback on school services and reviewed the differences between the Dual Language Immersion and Structured English Immersion programs.

The agenda includes personnel appointments for the Director of Special Education and discussions regarding labor negotiations with WEA and CSEA. Key business items cover the approval of purchases exceeding $15,000, updates to the literacy framework, and personnel reports. Resolutions regarding National Vietnam War Veterans Day and Dolores Huerta Day are scheduled for presentation. The meeting will also include student reports, superintendent and staff reports, the adoption of a new anatomy and physiology textbook, reviews of secondary courses, certification of the second period interim financial report, and public hearings regarding initial proposals for 2026-2027 collective bargaining negotiations.

The meeting focused on key educational topics, including a review of Principle 2 of the English Learner Roadmap, where parents participated in a self-scoring rubric exercise to assess school services. Updates were provided regarding student preparation for the upcoming ELPAC exam, including the established testing window and communication protocols for parents. Additionally, an open forum was held to discuss concerns regarding the potential impact of reducing CAFE specialists on support services for English Learners and their families.

The meeting agenda includes appointments and employment decisions for public employees, including the Director of Special Education, and labor negotiations with bargaining units. Board business involves approving district financial reports, personnel reports, and specific resolutions related to the Vietnam War Veterans Day and Dolores Huerta Day. Academic items consist of reviewing and potentially approving a new literacy framework and the adoption of an Anatomy and Physiology textbook, alongside updates on secondary course revisions. The board will also review facility projects and enrollment data.

The committee discussed student reports from local high schools and reviewed the Seal of Civic Engagement criteria and application requirements. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to explaining the new state-mandated cell phone policy set for implementation. Members analyzed California Dashboard and ELPI data regarding state English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) results, engaging in small group discussions about student outcomes and improvement strategies. Additionally, the committee conducted a needs assessment and reviewed the district's Dual Language Immersion and Structured English Immersion programs.