Michael F. Seaman

The Board meeting covered a wide range of agenda items, including the approval of consultant services, out-of-state conferences, extended study trips, the Summer Dance Academy, vision screening services, and the establishment of a TK-12 International Baccalaureate Continuum. The Board also adopted new instructional materials, extended a contract with K-12 Online, addressed personnel recommendations, certified athletic coaches, and approved amendments to the employment contracts of assistant superintendents. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved various purchase orders, warrants, and a Second Interim Report.

The Board of Education addressed several items including the approval of board member conference attendance and the scheduling of a special board meeting to discuss district goals. Key educational topics included the approval of consultant services agreements, the declaration of Autism Awareness Month for April, and the authorization of the 2022 Extended School Year and secondary summer school programs, including expanded learning opportunities. Financial and operational business included the approval of personnel reports, purchase orders, warrants, and a resolution for interfund transfers, along with a review of the second interim report.

The Board of Education meeting covered a wide range of agenda items, including public hearings regarding the Local Control Accountability Plan, the Education Protection Account, and the proposed 2022-2023 budget. The Board discussed and approved various consultant services, extended study trips, and staffing agency lists for students with exceptional needs. Additionally, updates were provided regarding COVID-19 and the Local Control Accountability Plan. Administrative actions included the appointment of representatives to the California Interscholastic Federation, approval of personnel reports, the authorization for short-term employment, and the ratification of various purchase orders, warrants, and contracts.

The meeting included a closed session to discuss the appointment of an Interim Superintendent. Additionally, the business session featured an information report regarding the search process for a new superintendent following the retirement of the current superintendent, including a discussion on the targeted timeline for the selection process.

The Board meeting included several public hearings concerning initial proposals from the California School Employees' Association and the Teachers' Association of West Covina. The business session covered the adoption of various Board Policies and Administrative Regulations, specifically concerning Charter Schools, including oversight, renewal, revocation, and facilities. Additionally, the Board discussed updates regarding COVID-19 and graduation plans, approved consultant services, various memorandums of understanding, summer learning programs, and ratified personnel and contract awards including a milk and dairy contract. A study session was also conducted to review the District's oversight role regarding charter schools.