Mary Beckelheimer

The committee meeting covered a review of DELAC processes, norms, and public comment procedures. Updates were provided regarding the organizational flowchart and communication resources, the ongoing LCAP parent survey, and positive attendance practices at Gilbert School. Legal requirements for teaching English learners and a professional development model for teachers of multilingual learners were reviewed. Additional topics included information on home language development, community schools updates, and upcoming events such as the College and Career Night. Various school site reports were presented covering assessment testing, school-specific programs, and resources. The meeting concluded with public comments regarding school counselor training, support for reclassified students, and communication processes for ELAC members.

The Governing Board meeting agenda includes a visual and performing arts showcase, the adoption of a new mathematics curriculum for grades K-5, and approval for student overnight travel for academic and speech competitions. Multiple resolutions are proposed to recognize staff appreciation weeks and days, including school nurses, principals, teachers, bus drivers, and nutrition employees. Additionally, the Board will address the initial proposal for 2026-2027 negotiations with the California School Employees Association, review a revised instructional calendar for 2027-2028, and conduct various business services, including bid approvals for school roof projects and middle school track replacement, and several interdistrict transfer requests. A closed session is scheduled to discuss existing litigation, labor relations, and the superintendent's performance evaluation.

The meeting included introductions and a review of the DELAC experience for new attendees. Key processes were reviewed, including norms, the public comment card procedure, and how to make motions. The agenda and the November minutes were reviewed and approved. Old Business included welcoming the new DELAC Historian, Rosalva Cruz, and a presentation on the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). New Business covered preparation for the Summative ELPAC, an overview of the Cariño parent engagement website, and a presentation on the BPSD organizational flow and escalation process. School reports were provided by representatives from various schools covering topics such as ELPAC preparation, reclassification requirements, safety plans, Title I, and resources for parents. During the Public Comments section, various topics were raised, including the need for social-emotional development instruction, digital library access, concerns about government events impacting student well-being, requests for career workshops, personalized English learning classes, teacher empathy training, and resource needs for English Learner families. Follow-up on district structure and support mechanisms was also discussed.

The primary focus of the meeting for the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) was the development of a district master plan for educational programs and services for English learners, which will consider school site master plans. Other key discussion points included conducting a district-wide needs assessment on a school-by-school basis, establishing district program goals and objectives for English learner services, developing a compliance plan for teacher and aide requirements, and reviewing and commenting on school district reclassification procedures and written notifications sent to parents/guardians. If acting as the English learner parent advisory committee, the DELAC will also review and comment on the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) development or annual update.

The meeting included introductions and a review of the DELAC experience for new attendees. Key agenda items involved reviewing and approving the current agenda, and reviewing and approving the November minutes with a noted correction regarding 'Dual Enrollment' source (changed from Cal State Fullerton to Fullerton College). Old business covered nominations for the DELAC Historian position, with nominations opening shortly. Updates were provided on the LCAP Steering Committee, regular school attendance at Buena Park Middle School (noting a 2.89% attendance growth since December 2025), and the completion of the Bylaws Revision, which awaits final approval. New business featured in-depth discussions on the new Dual Language Immersion program starting at Gilbert Elementary, the Dual Enrollment opportunity for 7th and 8th graders via Fullerton College, the Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) strategic plan including a save-the-date for a Music and Arts Festival on March 31, 2026, awareness of the upcoming Summative ELPAC, and the importance of the LCAP Parent Survey. Announcements covered Community Schools updates including Farmer's markets and parenting classes (Olive Crest and Ten Education Essentials), access to arts programs via Soars and Kid Connection, and details regarding district open enrollment transfers for the 2026-2027 school year. School reports were summarized.