Tamara Sebilian

The Local Control and Accountability Plan for Distrito Escolar Unificado de Fowler outlines a strategic direction to provide rigorous and high-quality teaching and learning experiences, aiming to enhance academic performance and outcomes for all students. Key priorities include improving academic proficiency in English Language Arts and Mathematics, strengthening college and career readiness, and fostering a positive school climate by reducing suspension rates and chronic absenteeism. The plan specifically focuses on addressing the needs of low-income students, English language learners, foster youth, and students with disabilities through targeted interventions, qualified educators, and equitable access to curriculum and technology. It emphasizes continuous improvement and collaborative engagement with all educational partners to achieve these goals.

This Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for Fowler Unified outlines the organization's strategic direction to enhance academic and social-emotional growth for all students, with a particular focus on high-needs groups such as foster youth, English learners, and low-income students. The plan is structured around two primary goals: providing high-quality, rigorous teaching and learning experiences to increase student achievement and academic outcomes, and fostering a positive environment where individuals feel valued and experience a sense of belonging. Key focus areas include academic excellence, personalized learning, rigorous curriculum, social-emotional development, improved attendance, and a safe, inclusive school climate. The intended outcomes include increased student proficiency, college and career readiness, reduced suspension and chronic absenteeism rates, and overall student well-being.

The board recognized student achievements in academic competitions and received a presentation on early learning and preschool literacy initiatives. A member of the public announced her candidacy for County Superintendent of Schools. Reports were provided by the Superintendent and board members regarding district activities and budget outlooks. The board approved several items, including bell schedules, school safety plans, personnel actions, construction change orders, and the surplus of equipment. The board also conducted a first reading of various board policies and bylaws, and took action in closed session regarding the nonreelection of certain certificated employees.

The agenda focuses on routine operational items including the approval of accounts payable, personnel action reports, and the designation of CIF representatives. Additional key topics include the approval of district calendars, amendments to a lease-leaseback agreement for construction, procurement through a piggyback agreement for uniforms, and approval of inspection services for site improvements. The board will also adopt resolutions concerning All Staff Appreciation Week and the submission of a continued funding application for preschool programs. Further discussions cover student field trips, adjustments to the expanded learning contract, the renewal of a literacy program, and the adoption of a new math course. The meeting concludes with presentations on technology, data analytics, and student services, followed by a closed session regarding employee discipline and anticipated litigation.

This document outlines the tentative project list for the Fowler Unified School District, detailing the allocation of up to $42 million from the Measure J School Construction Bond. The plan organizes projects into four phases, focusing on modernizing and upgrading district facilities. Key areas include infrastructure improvements, such as all-weather track resurfacing, painting, and parking lot construction; educational facility enhancements, such as CTE/Ag Farm refurbishment and classroom modernizations; new constructions including a pool, a bus transportation/operations facility, and a band/performing arts center; and technology/equipment upgrades.