Union Street Charter District

The meeting included public comments regarding a school trip, donations, and a proposal for a running club. The Board approved warrants, the 2026-27 building lease, an increase of .2FTE for administration, and a reduced workload agreement for the principal. The Board reviewed the Homeless Student Education Policy and discussed the Building and Grounds Maintenance Report, specifically regarding landscaping improvements. Additional items included a report on the upcoming 20th-anniversary fundraiser, a review of bylaws regarding agenda additions, and a discussion on classroom snack policies.

This document is a Material Revision of the Charter Renewal Petition for Union Street Charter School, covering the term July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2027. The school operates a K-5 program emphasizing a balance of arts and academics, and this revision seeks to add transitional kindergarten and an additional facility. The plan outlines the school's commitment to academic excellence, student well-being, community engagement, and fiscal responsibility, detailing its educational philosophy, measurable pupil outcomes, governance structure, employee qualifications, health and safety procedures, and admission policies.

This Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for Union Street Charter provides an annual update for 2023-24 and outlines the strategic direction for 2024-25. The plan focuses on four primary goals: maintaining high academic achievement for all students, including high-needs groups; fostering meaningful parental involvement and student engagement within a positive school climate; ensuring a safe, clean, and well-equipped school environment with qualified staff and instructional materials; and providing a broad course of study that balances arts and academics. It also details the allocation of Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) funds, particularly for increasing or improving services for foster youth, English learners, and low-income students, and reflects on past performance using state and local data.

The board meeting agenda includes the approval of warrants and a lease agreement for the 2026-27 school year. Discussion items cover the review of a health and welfare cap, the 2026-27 salary schedule, a proposed increase of 0.2 FTE for administration, and a reduced workload program for a staff member. Information topics include the Homeless Student Education Policy and the Building and Grounds Maintenance Report. Additionally, the meeting will feature reports from the Principal and the fundraising team, as well as a closed session regarding a confidential charge or complaint.

The agenda includes the approval of hiring a 2nd grade aide and warrants. Key items for discussion and potential action include the Student Attendance Recovery Policy and the Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Plan. Informational items comprise curriculum requests and teacher stipends for administrative duties, alongside a Principal's report and fundraising committee updates. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding protected information.