Mountain View Whisman School District

The meeting included the recognition of employees for their years of service, the announcement of retirees, and the presentation of teacher and employee of the year awards. Additionally, the board recognized the accomplishments of the mock trial team for their performance at the state finals.

This document compiles written responses to feedback from the Student Advisory Committee, gathered from Graham Period 5 and Period 8, concerning various aspects of the school experience. It addresses student questions and comments related to learning and instruction, the school environment, cleanliness, and student-teacher relationships, providing insights and commitments for improvement based on their input for the Local Control Accountability Plan.

The committee meeting addressed several key educational topics. Discussions included feedback on the socioemotional learning program, CharacterStrong, and the continued use of Project Cornerstone, highlighting parent and teacher input regarding curriculum integration. The meeting covered the Early Literacy team's expansion and efficacy in supporting K-2 students, adjustments to the Response to Intervention (RTI) model, and professional development training concerning the science of reading. Additionally, participants explored mathematics curriculum pilots, concerns regarding over-testing with i-Ready, space constraints for instructional programs, and potential future interest in middle school elective subjects like woodshop and home economics.

The meeting addressed a variety of topics, including updates on roofing contracts, the operational and financial oversight of the MVW Residence Corporation, and the annual report for the Arts and Music in Schools program. The board also reviewed cost-share agreements for the Stevens Creek Bank Erosion project and analyzed LCAP and climate survey results. Furthermore, the meeting involved discussions on the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program, a resolution regarding the intentional use of education technology, and public hearings concerning the 2026-27 Local Control Accountability Plan and the 2026-2027 Budget adoption.

The committee reviewed and recommended several changes to various Board Bylaws and Board Policies. Key discussion topics included updates to professional standards, adult-student interaction mandates, sexual harassment policies, non-school employment regulations, mobile communication device usage, and physical education guidelines. Additionally, the committee evaluated bylaws concerning remuneration, remote meeting attendance, and agenda structures, with recommended revisions scheduled for presentation at a future Board meeting.