San Diego Virtual District

The board meeting included procedural actions such as the approval of the agenda and the start and end of open and closed sessions. Key discussions involved reports from the Director, general functions, and a comprehensive consent agenda encompassing twenty-four items. Furthermore, the meeting addressed numerous policy development actions (BP 0450 through BP 6158(a)) covering topics like school safety, complaint procedures, expenditures, employee technology use, nepotism, telecommuting, work permits, cyber bullying, academic integrity, suicide prevention, diploma policies, artificial intelligence, and education for homeless children and youth. Information was also received regarding the mid-year LCAP report.

The document outlines six key goals for San Diego Virtual School. These goals focus on improving academic achievement for under-performing students through a comprehensive Multi-Tiered System of Support, providing alternative diploma paths and ensuring accessible online learning, and preparing all students for college and career readiness. Additionally, the plan emphasizes comprehensive support for English Language Learner students, continuous professional development with a technology focus, and fostering a safe and engaging academic environment that addresses students' social-emotional needs.

The Board meeting included an open session with a call to order and pledge of allegiance, followed by agenda approval. The Director's report was presented, and there was an opportunity for oral communications. The agenda also covered general functions, consent agenda items, pupil services, personnel services, financial and business matters, and curriculum and instruction, including a 2025 dashboard information item. The meeting addressed policy development, future planning/actions items, and public comment. Additionally, there was a governing board report and discussion of future meetings.

The Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for San Diego Virtual School is a three-year roadmap designed to improve student outcomes using state funding. The plan focuses on six strategic goals: expanding equitable pathways to graduation, ensuring college and career readiness, supporting English learner success, improving achievement through a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS), integrating professional development with technology, and fostering social-emotional support and academic engagement. It aims to equip students with the necessary tools for a better future, emphasizing equity, access, and personalized support for all students, particularly socioeconomically disadvantaged students, English learners, and foster youth.

The board meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. These included agenda approval, director reports, oral communications, and the approval of the 2024-2025 SARC. Additionally, the board addressed financial and business matters, such as the approval of the 2024-2025 audit and the 2025-2026 1st Interim Report. The meeting also covered future planning and actions items, public comment, and board communications before adjourning.