Salida Union School District

The School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) for Mildred Perkins Elementary is a strategic document designed to maximize resources and enhance overall student achievement. The plan outlines five key goals: improving academic performance in English Language Arts and Mathematics, increasing English Language proficiency among students, fostering student engagement through leadership skills and reducing chronic absenteeism, and strengthening parent and community involvement for comprehensive student support. Its overarching aim is to ensure all students are college and career-ready by implementing effective instructional practices, a challenging curriculum, and creating an exceptional and supportive learning environment.

The Board conducted a regular meeting covering several critical agenda items. These included a closed session regarding labor negotiations and a public employee appointment. The board recognized retiring employees and recipients of education awards. Key discussion items included a quarterly food service review, a report on school nursing services, an update on the Title III Local Plan, a self-reflection on academic standards, and responses to LCAP survey comments. Action items involved approvals for teacher qualifications, English Language Arts instructional materials, salary schedules for various employee groups, and the appointment of the new Superintendent.

The Board meeting included closed session discussions on superintendent evaluation goals and labor negotiations. In the open session, the Board addressed concerns regarding a recent school lockdown, approved numerous consent items including various MOUs for student fieldwork, clinical practice, and grants from the Antone E & Marie F Raymus Foundation, as well as several personnel and financial ratifications. Discussion items featured a presentation on Artificial Intelligence, an update on the school food service program, a report on district attendance and library projects, and updates to board bylaws and policies. Action items included the approval of an air pollution control district bus replacement agreement, the acceptance of the initial contract proposal to the Teachers' Association, approval of GANN Limits, and the adoption of the 2022-2023 Unaudited Actual Financial Report.

This document monitors the goals, actions, and resources for the Salida Union School District's 2025-26 Local Control and Accountability Plan. The plan focuses on three key areas: ensuring all students are college and career-ready through Common Core State Standards and exceptional learning environments; providing a holistic approach to increase student achievement in safe, well-maintained facilities that foster engagement; and enhancing parent, family, and community engagement as educational partners.

The board meeting covered several key agenda items, including the approval of numerous grants from the Antone E & Marie F Raymus Foundation, agreements for counselor intern experiences and behind-the-wheel training, and the purchase of playground equipment. The board adopted the 2024-2025 Unaudited Actual Financial Report and approved GANN limits and Proposition 28 annual reports. Additionally, a resolution was passed for the emergency closure of an Early Head Start class due to an insect infestation. The session concluded with a governance training presentation for the Head Start program and reports from the superintendent and board members regarding recent school site observations and community outreach activities.