Yolo County Office of Education

The meeting included opening procedures such as the call to order, roll call, land acknowledgement, pledge of allegiance, and approval of the agenda. Public comment was provided by a parent concerning the need for additional support personnel for students and teachers, specifically mentioning concerns about student safety and staff resignation at River City High School. A public hearing was conducted to receive comment regarding the Superintendent's response to initial proposals for 2025-2026 contract negotiations with AFSCME, CSEA, and YEA. Action items included the Superintendent's approval and direction to move forward with responses to the initial proposals for contract negotiations with AFSCME (Certificated and Classified Units), Yolo Education Association (YEA), and the California School Employees Association (CSEA). The meeting concluded with adjournment.

The meeting commenced with standard opening procedures, including the acknowledgment of Indigenous Lands and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the approval of the agenda. The primary action items involved presenting and approving resolutions for a 180-Day Exception to the Wait Period for three retirees: Debra Bechere, Debra A. Hinely, and Leah C. Huey. The resolutions aim to ensure operational continuity during staff transitions and facilitate training. During discussion of the resolution for Debra A. Hinely, Superintendent Lewis inquired about title and pay scale flexibility, which was clarified by the Interim Director of Human Resources.

The meeting commenced with opening procedures, including the Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Statement and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the approval of the agenda. A public hearing was conducted to receive comments regarding the Yolo County Superintendent of Schools' response to additional proposals for the 2024-2025 Successor Contract Negotiations from the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), Council 57, Certificated and Classified Units. This information item involved a presentation on the Additional Proposals, where a clarifying question was raised about why some proposals were not read, leading to an explanation that those articles were previously 'sunshined' at the last meeting.

The Yolo County Office of Education's Early Childhood Education Management salary schedule for the fiscal year 2025-2026 includes various positions such as Site Coordinator, Disabilities/Mental Health Manager, Education Services Manager, Family Support Services Manager, Health Services/Quality Assurance Manager, Program Administrator, and Director of Early Childhood Education. The schedule outlines annual salaries and daily rates for each position across multiple steps. Degree stipends are available for MA/MS and Ph.D/Ed.D. holders. Changes effective 7/1/2023 include a COLA, movement of Site Coordinator range, increased degree stipends, and added steps. Changes effective 7/1/2024 include a COLA. Effective 7/1/2025, there is a 0% COLA.

The strategic plan focuses on childcare, early learning, and TK12 education, emphasizing a focus on the whole child. Key areas include expanding childcare networks and learning opportunities, promoting mental health and wellness services in schools and early childhood settings, establishing welcoming community hubs through full-service community schools, and supporting young adults through internships and first-generation support programs. The guiding principles prioritize access, equity, youth and family voice, and alignment and coherence.