San Pasqual Valley Unified School District

The main discussion item was a work session with a CSBA Consultant focusing on the Board Self Evaluation. This evaluation utilizes an electronic assessment tool developed with field experts to allow board governance teams to assess their effectiveness in meeting core responsibilities. The assessment is divided into two parts: conditions of effective governance and the board's five major responsibilities. The document also notes that the minutes were posted at the Winterhaven and Bard Post Offices and the Winterhaven Water District office.

The meeting agenda included several key components: opening procedures, presentations on the LCAP Mid Year, recognition of Students of the Month and Heart of San Pasqual, and public comments. Public hearings were scheduled regarding entering into an energy services agreement with SitelogIQ for energy-related improvements and a hearing on the District Wide Safety Plan prior to adoption. The consent agenda covered approvals for the minutes of the January 13, 2026 meeting, Memorandums of Understanding for ASES Consortium participation, travel/training requests, surplus item auctioning, contract approvals for Special Education services, ratification of January warrants, and substitute hiring. Monthly reports were scheduled from various departments including SPTA, CSEA, Principals, Special Education, Cafeteria, Transportation, Facilities and Operations, Business Services, and the Superintendent. Information items covered January enrollment data, Advisor's Log, conference attendance, field trips, Williams Report, and the ICOE 2025-26 First Interim Report. Discussion/Action items included approval of School Accountability Report Cards for all schools and the Bill Manes location, approval of policy updates regarding response to immigration enforcement, approval of the agreement with the San Pasqual Teacher's Association, and consideration for Board Member Compensation for absences during February meetings. Closed session topics included labor negotiations, personnel matters such as non-reelection resolutions and reduction in force for certificated and classified staff, pending litigation, and Superintendent evaluation.

The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance and a Roll Call, followed by an Executive Closed Session which reconvened into open session. Presentations included the naming of the Students of the Month and a Joint Impact Aid Report. During Public Comments, one individual raised concerns regarding a certificated member's resignation. The Consent Agenda included the ratification of warrants, acceptance of several donations to Strong Hearts and the FFA club, approval of Classified and Certificated Seniority Lists, and the approval of a field trip. A staff hiring matter was pulled for closed session review and later approved upon reconvening. Under Discussion/Action Items, the Board unanimously approved several CSBA recommended policies and procedures across various sections (1000 through 9000). Furthermore, the Board determined the monthly compensation for members at $600 per month beginning January 2026 with a 5% annual increase starting January 2027, and approved an agreement with SitelogIQ for facility improvements and energy management services. Compensation for a member absent in January was also approved. The meeting concluded with a final Executive Session covering labor negotiations, student matters, personnel matters, and the Superintendent's evaluation, after which the Board reconvened and unanimously approved the hiring decisions made in closed session. The meeting was adjourned.

The meeting agenda included several key components. Opening procedures involved roll call and noting remote participation for one member. Presentations covered the LCAP Mid Year Presentation, recognition of Students of the Month across Elementary, Middle, and High Schools, updates from the Associated Student Body, and a presentation from the Heart of San Pasqual group. Public comments were scheduled for both agenda and non-agenda items, with specific procedures outlined for complaints. Public Hearings were scheduled to consider entering into an energy services agreement with SitelogIQ for facility improvements and to hold a hearing on the District Wide Safety Plan prior to adoption. The Consent Agenda included approvals for the Minutes of the January 13, 2026 meeting, Memorandums of Understanding for ASES Consortium participation, travel approvals, surplus requests, contract considerations for Special Education services, a Professional Services Agreement for Speech Language Pathology, travel for the State Leadership Conference, ratification of a Leave of Absence, and ratification of January warrants and substitute lists. Monthly reports were listed from various associations and departments. Information items included January enrollment data, Advisors Log, updates on conferences, field trips, training, fund relinquishment, and interim reports. Discussion/Action items involved approval recommendations for the School Accountability Reports Cards for all schools, updates to policy regarding responses to immigration enforcement, approval of the agreement with the San Pasqual Teacher's Association, and compensation for absent Board members in February. Closed Session discussions included Conference with Labor Negotiator, Personnel Matters (including non-reelection and reduction in force), Pending Litigation, and Superintendent Evaluation.

The special board meeting was called to order, followed by roll call. Public comments were addressed, emphasizing the requirement to follow district written complaint procedures prior to oral presentation to the Board. The key presentation topic for the meeting involved Solar Panels, specifically discussions with SiteLogiQ and Isom Advisors.