Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District

This School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) for La Mirada High School for the 2025-2026 school year outlines five main goals. The plan aims to improve English Language Arts and Mathematics achievement for all students and specific subgroups, enhance the overall culture of achievement, increase college and career readiness, and specifically address the academic needs of Students with Disabilities. Key strategies include professional development, peer tutoring, academic enrichment programs, and fostering a supportive learning environment.

The board of education took action during a closed session, dismissing a permanent classified employee. The board also discussed the election of the one year rotating board president and vice president. The outgoing president gave comments and the new president shared core focus areas including being more accessible, building a stronger relationship with district employees and fiscal stewardship. There were also appointments of representatives for various committees.

The Board of Education meeting included recognitions of the Norwalk High School Counseling Team for their RAMP designation. Reports were given by employee and PTA representatives, covering upcoming events and updates. The Superintendent's Report highlighted the District's upcoming State of the District event and a new school safety video. The Business Services Report presented the Unaudited Actuals Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, summarizing revenues, expenditures, and the ending fund balance. The Educational Services Report celebrated the district's counseling program for achieving multiple RAMP designations. Action items included funding for the re-routing of irrigation, agreements for expanded learning programs, and resolutions for National Hispanic Heritage Month and National Suicide Prevention Month. The meeting closed with memorial acknowledgements for members of the NLMUSD community.

The Board received reports from labor partners, including updates from the California School Employees' Association (CSEA) and the Teachers' Association of Norwalk-La Mirada (TANLA), addressing concerns such as operational issues, staffing shortages, and the need for fair compensation. The Superintendent presented plans for the upcoming Quarter 1 Data Report, focusing on performance in early literacy, ninth-grade D/F rates, and budget, with an emphasis on using data for assessment and resource allocation. The Board discussed and voted on a resolution delegating authority to the Superintendent for Measure G projects, and approved actions related to Native American Heritage Month, an art club program, contract amendments for funding management, and a license agreement for PowerSchool Schoology End User Support.

The Board of Education meeting included public hearings for contract proposals from CSEA Chapter 404 and TANLA. The Board Budget Committee discussed district grants, establishing an education foundation, auditing practices, Project Lead the Way, student internships, and university partnerships. The Board Policy Committee discussed graduation requirements and a policy on celebrations and observances. The Board also discussed the evaluation process for both the Board itself and the Superintendent. The meeting also covered an agreement with Zen Educate Inc. for temporary staffing and the purchase of new District vehicles. Additional items included a resolution for Red Ribbon Week, a contract with Leadership Associates, LLC, and an agreement with PowerSchool Group LLC for enrollment analytics.