10:02Call to Order
1.1Roll CallProcedural
20:31Welcome
2.1Welcome by the School Board President, Alisa MacAvoyProcedural
32:13Changes to the Agenda
3.1Additions, Deletions or Modifications to the agenda.Discussion
45:20Approval of Agenda
4.1Approval of AgendaAction
56:03Oral Communication
5.1If you have public comment related to a Regular Board Meeting item, please post it on the links available under Public Content prior to the Regular Board Meeting or immediately upon the meeting opening.Information
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66:03School/Community Reports
6.16:03Citizens’ Measure T Oversight Committee FY 2019-20 Annual ReportReports
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Rationale: On November 3, 2015, Measure T was passed by the voters and authorized the Board of Trustees of the Redwood City School District to issue up to $193 million in general obligation bonds for the purpose of renovating aging classrooms and science labs for 21 st -century learning and provide flexible classrooms and labs for science and other core academics; updating school libraries, classroom computers, and instructional technology at all schools; fix and replace deteriorating roofs, remove aging and unsafe portable buildings, and improve school fire and earthquake safety; replace old, outdated and inefficient electrical, plumbing, heating, and ventilation systems; and provide dedicated classrooms for music, art, and performing arts electives. Pursuant to legal requirements, and as specified in the Full Ballot Text, the Board required that the District establish an Independent Citizens Bond Oversight Committee as a public accountability measure to ensure that bond proceeds are expended only for the school facilities projects described in the Bond Project List. In accordance with the resolution passed by the Board, at its February 10, 2016, and March 23, 2016, regular meeting, the Board appointed an independent Measure T Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee. Since its inception, the Committee has met on fifteen occasions. All meetings are open to the public and the primary focus is to confirm that Measure T bond proceeds are expended in a manner consistent with the original ballot language. In September 2016, Series A of the bond authorization was issued, which consisted of current interest bonds with an initial par value of $60 million, with stated interest rates of 2% to 4% and maturing through August 2041. In March 2018, Series B of the bond authorization was issued, which consisted of current interest bonds with an initial par value of $67 million, with stated interest rates of 4% to 5% and maturing through 2040. In October 2019, the last series of the bond authorization, Series C, was issued for an aggregate principal amount of $66 million. General Obligation Bond Series C consisted of Series 2019C (Tax-Exempt) for $41.5 million with stated interest rates of 2.6% to 4% and maturing through 2041, Series 2019C-1 (Federally Taxable) for $16.0 million with stated interest rates of 1.8% to 2.4% and maturing through 2029 and SeriesC-1 (Tax-Exempt Technology) for $8.5 million with stated interest rates of 3%-4% and maturing in August 2022. Expenditures in FY 2019-20 totaled $33,320,994 and included $363,557 in salaries and benefits; $32,308,949 in capital outlay; $81,204 in materials; $155,234 in non-capitalized equipment; and $412,050 in services and other expenditures. At the September 23, 2021, meeting, the Measure T Citizen’s Bond Oversight Committee approved the FY 2019-20 Annual Report and reported that, to the best of its knowledge, the District expended Measure T General Obligation Bond funds only for the specific projects approved by the voters, in accordance with Proposition 39 and outlined in Article XIIIA, Section 1 (b)(3)(C) of the California Constitution. Financial Impact: Please refer to the attached annual report. Submission for Approval: Prepared by: Michael Bolander, Chair, Measure T Citizen's Bond Oversight Committee Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
6.211:35Review of the Human Resource Department's Vision and Plans for 2021-22Information
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Rationale: The Human Resources Department has worked to implement the newly adopted Equity Goals from Board Policy 0415. Tonight's presentation will provide an overview of staffing, equity work in the department, data points, and goals for the 2021-22 year. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Wendy Kelly, Deputy Superintendent and Erin Kekos, Director of Human Resources Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
742:09Bond Program Consent Items
7.1Approval of Consent ItemsAction
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7.2Approval of Maker Space Window Replacement Proposal for Kennedy Middle School with Golden Bay GlassAction (Consent)
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Rationale: Golden Bay Glass will be replacing the Maker Space classroom windows with new, clear windows. Financial Impact: Total - $35,831. Within budget. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Don Dias, Bond Program Director Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert’s Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. §
7.3Approval of Curb and Gutter Proposal for Garfield School with Casey FogliAction (Consent)
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Rationale: Casey Fogli will be handling the offsite concrete curb and gutter scope at Garfield School. Financial Impact: Total - $58,400. Within budget. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Don Dias, Bond Program Director Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert’s Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. §
7.4Approval of Administration Building Turf and Pavers Proposal for Clifford School with ScapesAction (Consent)
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Rationale: Scapes will be installing new artifical turf and pavers in the dirt areas in front of the Administration Building at Clifford School. Financial Impact: Total — $23,600. Within budget. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Don Dias, Bond Program Director Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert’s Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. §
7.5Approval of Rear Parking Lot Design Proposal for Garfield School with HEDAction (Consent)
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Rationale: HED will be handling the design and construction administration services for the new rear parking lot at Garfield School. Financial Impact: Total — $61,500 with reimbursable allowance. Within budget. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Don Dias, Bond Program Director Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert’s Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. §
7.6Approval of Modernization & New Buildings Project Change Order #7 for Orion Alternative School with Sausal CorporationAction (Consent)
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Rationale: Orion Alternative School Modernization & New Building Project Bid Package G Change Order #7 includes seven potential change order (PCO), as follows: PCO-041.2 – Additional cost for Multi-use Building plumbing rough-in – $4,957.18 PCO-055.1 – Additional cost due to Sunshade bracket connection revision – $24,462.83 PCO-056.2 – Installation of metal stud soffit and drywall finish in Lobby– $3,495.77 PCO-059 – Cost incurred for repair, finishing and re-installation of doors due to new hardware installation– $6,830.03 PCO-061.1 – Additional concrete pouring required over Building A metal deck – $947.09 PCO-063 – Additional cost due to channel elevations and form deck edge revisions – $5,381.43 PCO-065 – Furnishing and installation of 18” 18ga steel plates at F line – $4,293.47 Financial Impact: Total — $50,367.80. Within budget. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Don Dias, Bond Program Director Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert’s Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. §
8Bond Program Action Items
8.142:38Approval of Turnkey Security Camera and Intrusion System Agreement for Garfield, Orion Alternative (Formerly John Gill), and Taft Schools with SiemensAction
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Rationale: Siemens will be handling the turnkey installation and programming of the new security camera and intrusion systems at Garfield, Orion Alternative (Formerly John Gill), and Taft Schools. Financial Impact: Total — $1,997,228.79. Within budget. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Don Dias, Bond Program Director Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
8.243:34Approval of Additional Covid-19 Safety Compliance Officer (SCO) Services Amendment #2 for All Active Construction Sites with The Safety GuysAction
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Rationale: The Safety Guys will continue to provide the required Covid-19 safety compliance officer (SCO) services for all active construction sites. These service keep our active construction sites safe and open during the pandemic. Financial Impact: Total — $700,000 additional allowance. Requested movement from the Program Contingency to the Program Administration Project. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Don Dias, Bond Program Director Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
8.345:58Adoption of Resolution 11, Approval of New Buildings, Modernization and Sitework Project Change Order #4 and Futility Resolution for Taft School with Sanco PipelinesAction
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Rationale: Taft Community School New Buildings, Modernization & Sitework Project Bid Package B Change Order #4 includes one potential change order (PCO), as follows: PCO-005 – Re-route of pre-existing utilities due to conflict with footings - $93,520.28 This change order, if approved, will push this contract over the allowable 10% change order contingency, and we have therefore included a futility resolution to accompany this action. The futility resolution explains that it would have cost the District more money and created scheduling and coordination issues if they would have re-bid this additional scope to a new contractor rather than proceeding with the contractor that has already mobilized and is currently on site handling the construction. Financial Impact: $93,520.28. Within budget. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Don Dias, Bond Program Director Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
9Discussion Items
9.147:28Discussion of Requiring Covid-19 Vaccination for Employees and Eligible RCSD Students and Letter to Governor Gavin Newsom Urging the Requirement of Covid-19 Vaccinations for StudentsDiscussion
Cameron (4min) — Thanked the board for discussing vaccines, supported vaccine clinics, urged the district to clarify and enforce its existing extracurricular vaccine requirement for eligible students (12+), plan for the upcoming 5-11 age group, and address unvaccinated staff participation in indoor extracurricular and overnight activities.
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Rationale: The COVID-19 pandemic has tragically claimed the lives of more than 600,000 Americans during the last 18 months. Currently, the Delta variant is sweeping across the nation, which has caused infection rates locally and nationally to return to levels not seen since last winter. Nationwide, hospitalization rates for COVID-19 are much higher for individuals who were unvaccinated compared to those who are vaccinated, and vaccinated individuals who do get breakthrough infections with the SARS-COV-2 virus are much more likely to have only mild symptoms. The vast majority of RCSD employees have been vaccinated after vaccines were first made aware in late 2020. Many organizations, in both the public and private sectors, are now requiring vaccination. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has determined that the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective in children 12-years of age and older. The Pfizer Vaccine is due for final approval for children ages 5-11 years old by the end of September. In response to the possibility of vaccine approval for younger children, school districts in San Mateo County and throughout the Bay Area and California are moving forward with plans on if and how to require eligible students to be vaccinated. No action is recommended for the School Board to take as this is a discussion item. I encourage the Trustees to discuss the following: Should RCSD require for employees and eligible students to be vaccinated Should RCSD join other San Mateo County school districts, which have started to advocate for the State to mandate vaccination The School Board and Superintendent Baker will also discuss a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom in an effort to urge the requirement of Covid-19 vaccinations for students. Financial Impact: None at this time. Submission for Approval Prepared by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
9.21:03:04First Reading and Discussion of Board Policy 4112.2 - CertificationDiscussion
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Rationale: It is the Administration’s recommendation that the School Board read and discuss Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 4112.2 - Certification. This policy has been updated to clarify the hiring hierarchy if the district is unable to hire a person who possesses a clear or preliminary credential, including one who is approved for a limited assignment option. The policy reflects recent Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) Coded Correspondence stating that, if the district needs to hire a person who has been granted a credential waiver by the CTC, that person must qualify for a "variable term waiver". The policy also expands the section on "National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Certification" to add examples of incentives that may encourage teacher participation. All Board policies originate from the California School Boards Association. This policy has been discussed by the Policy Committee. Financial Impact: No financial impact to the School District at this time. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Wendy Kelly, Deputy Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
9.31:06:11First Reading and Discussion of Board Policy 4216 - Probationary Permanent StatusDiscussion
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Rationale: It is the Administration’s recommendation that the School Board read and discuss Board Policy 4216 - Probationary Permanent Status. This policy is new to Redwood City School District. It was updated by CSBA to reflect new law AB 1353 which shortens the length of the probationary period in non-merit system districts from one year to either six months or 130 days of paid service, whichever is longer, for consistency with districts incorporating the merit system. The policy was also revised to clarify that employees may be dismissed during the probationary period without cause. All Board policies originate from the California School Boards Association. This policy has been discussed by the Policy Committee. Financial Impact: No financial impact to the School District at this time. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Wendy Kelly, Deputy Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
9.41:07:09First Reading and Discussion of Board Policy 5132 - Dress and GroomingDiscussion
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Rationale: It is the Administration’s recommendation that the School Board read and discuss Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 5132 - Dress and Grooming. This policy was updated to address communication of the dress code to students and staff; grant enforcement authority to the principal or designee; prohibit discriminatory enforcement of the dress code, including, but not limited to, discrimination based on gender identity, gender expression, or religious or cultural observance; and address disciplinary action for repeated violations or refusal to comply with the dress code. The policy also provides that the determination of specific items of clothing defined as gang apparel shall be free from bias based on race, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status, or other protected characteristics. The policy was also updated to reflect new law SB 188 which prohibits discrimination against traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and "protective hairstyles" such as braids, locks, and twists. The administrative regulation was updated to provide general, gender-neutral guidelines for the dress code that may be revised to reflect district practice; add circumstances under which the dress code should be modified for classes, activities, or individual students; and call for collaboration with law enforcement agencies to update definitions of gang-related apparel. All Board policies originate from the California School Boards Association. This policy has been discussed by the Policy Committee. Financial Impact: No financial impact to the School District at this time. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Wendy Kelly, Deputy Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
9.51:08:29First Reading and Discussion of Board Policy 5142.2 - Safe Routes to School ProgramDiscussion
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Rationale: It is the Administration’s recommendation that the School Board read and discuss Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 5142.2 - Safe Routes to School Program. This is not a new policy, but it is new for the Redwood City School District. It has recently been updated by CSBA to clarify potential liability issues, recognize that active transportation positively impacts student achievement, add material regarding equitable access and opportunity to participate in the district's safe routes to school program, and update information about state and federal grant programs. The administrative regulation reflects current strategies recommended by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration and National Center for Safe Routes to School to improve student safety along routes to school and to promote walking, bicycling, and forms of active transport to school. All Board policies originate from the California School Boards Association. This policy has been discussed by the Policy Committee. Financial Impact: No financial impact to the School District at this time. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Wendy Kelly, Deputy Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
9.61:10:36First Reading and Discussion of Board Policy 6020 - Parent InvolvementDiscussion
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Rationale: It is the Administration’s recommendation that the School Board read and discuss Board Policy 6020 - Parent Involvement. This policy has been updated to reflect the requirements to work with parents/guardians and family members to jointly develop the district's parent involvement policy and to include strategies for family engagement in the local control and accountability plan (LCAP). For districts that receive federal Title IV funding for family engagement programs, the policy also adds the requirement to inform parents/guardians and organizations of the existence of the program. This policy also contains material formerly in the AR regarding the inclusion of the Title I local educational agency plan into the LCAP and the distribution of the district and school-level parent involvement policies. The administrative regulation is currently under review by staff and the Policy Committee. All Board policies originate from the California School Boards Association. This policy has been discussed by the Policy Committee. Financial Impact: No financial impact to the School District at this time. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Wendy Kelly, Deputy Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
101:12:02Consent Items
10.1Approval of Consent ItemsAction
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10.2Approval of August 27th Board MinutesAction
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Rationale: The board minutes have been reviewed by the Clerk, the Superintendent, and Administration. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Eliana García, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
10.3Approval of September 1st Board MinutesAction
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Rationale: The board minutes have been reviewed by the Clerk, the Superintendent, and Administration. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Eliana García, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
10.4Approval of September 3rd Board MinutesAction
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Rationale: The board minutes have been reviewed by the Clerk, the Superintendent, and Administration. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Eliana García, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
10.5Approval of September 27th Board MinutesAction
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Rationale: The board minutes have been reviewed by the Clerk, the Superintendent, and Administration. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Eliana García, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
10.6Approval of Nomination of Parent Elena Levina to The San Mateo County SELPA’s Community Advisory Committee/Resource Parent CouncilAction
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Rationale: The Individuals with Disabilities Act articulates the legislative intent to involve parents of students with disabilities in the planning, development, and implementation of their students' special education programs. Per California Education Code, every Special Education Local Plan Area "SELPA" is required to establish a Community Advisory Committee (CAC). The mandated role and responsibilities of the CAC are described in California Education Code. The San Mateo County SELPA group is known as the Community Advisory Committee/ Resource Parent Council (CAC/RPC). The CAC-RPC assists in advising the SELPA and the SELPA Governing Board about the SELPA Local Plan, annual priorities, parent education and other specified special education-related activities. The CAC/RPC is designed in legislative spirit and intent to establish a local forum for active parent involvement. Members are selected by their Local Education Agency, and may be nominated by their peers or staff for recommendation by the Director of Special Education. Candidates must be approved by their local Governing Board for a term of no less than 2 years. General education should be represented. (California Education Code §56191). Members should represent not only parents concerned with the quality of special education; but, the entire special education community. Members must act responsibly to ensure fair representation and a thorough evaluation of the issues and interests handled in the attainment of the goals for the SELPA. San Mateo County SELPA CAC/RPC is proud to have both general education and special education parents attend meetings, along with district staff, agency representatives and other interested community members. Meetings are open to the public, with the informational portions recorded and archived for future reference. Elena Levina is a Redwood City parent with two children in the district. She is an active member of the special education PTA "SEPTAR" and active member of the community. The Special Education Department is nominating Elena to the San Mateo County SELPA's Community Advisory Committee/Resource Parent Council (CAC/RPC). Financial Impact: None at this time. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Patricia Pelino, Director of Special Education Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
10.7Approval of Agreement between the Redwood City School District and Redwood City Together for Fiscal Years 2020-22Action
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Rationale: The membership agreement between the Redwood City School District and Redwood City Together is a community collaborative that coordinates the delivery of services to children, youth and families living in the City of Redwood City and North Fair Oaks, an unincorporated area adjacent to Redwood City. The membership services agreement provides a leadership and oversight necessary to develop a coordinated approach to strengthen academic and social outcomes for children and youth living within the attendance area of the Redwood City School District and provide valuable resources to families so they can be successful primary caregivers to their children. Each year since the formation of Redwood City 2020, the original collaborative partners which include: City of Redwood City, Redwood City School District, Sequoia Union High School District, and County of San Mateo have annually renewed their membership in Redwood City 2020, now Redwood City Together. Additional partners such as: Cañada College, John W. Gardner Center for Youth and their Communities at Stanford University, Kaiser Permanente and Sequoia Healthcare District have annually renewed their membership with Redwood City Together. The Chan Zuckerberg and the North Fair Oaks Community Council have also joined Redwood City Together. The membership agreement between the Redwood City School District and Redwood City Together is an agreement for fiscal years 2020-22. Due to a clerical oversight, this agreement is coming late to the School Board for late approval. Financial Impact: The Redwood City School District (RCSD) will make a $25,000 contribution for fiscal year 2020-2021 and a $26,250 contribution for fiscal year 2021-2022. Redwood City Together will invoice RCSD $25,000 for fiscal year 2020-2021 upon execution of this agreement for fiscal year 2020-2021 and $26,250 on September 30, 2021 for fiscal year 2021-2022. Submission for Approval Prepared by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
10.8Ratification of Warrant Register, September 1, 2021 - September 30, 2021Action
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Rationale: Education Code Section 42631 states that all payments from funds of a school district shall be made by written order of the governing board of the district. The attached report consists of expenditures from various funds in the amount of $11,202,217.06 for the period September 1, 2021 through September 30, 2021. Financial Impact: The total disbursement from the San Mateo County Treasurer’s Office amounts to $11,202,217.06 and represents actual expenditures for all funds. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Priscilla Aquino-Dichoso, Chief Business Official Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
11Action items
11.1Adoption of Resolution 9, Urging Governor Gavin Newsom and Legislature to Require Covid-19 Vaccination for Students and Approval of Letter to Governor Gavin NewsomAction
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Rationale: In an effort to urge Governor Gavin Newsom and Legislature to require Covid-19 vaccinations for students, school districts throughout the San Mateo County are adopting resolutions and sending letters in support of this mandate. As stated on the resolution, students in the Redwood City School District and other school districts across the county and state continue to contract Covid-19 or are close contacts of those with Covid-19 and as a consequence, miss days of instruction and in-person learning. Just like other school districts in San Mateo County and the State of California, the Redwood City School District has worked to implement a layered approach to Covid-19 safety measures in order to keep students and staff safe and avoid the spread of Covid-19 in schools. Although these safety measures are effective at limiting the spread of Covid-19, the California Department of Public Health, the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, and other public health agencies have stated that vaccinations are the most effective way to prevent the contraction and spread of Covid-19. Mandating Covid-19 vaccination for students offers the State a critical opportunity to improve public health and ensure the safety of California's students and education workforce. Financial Impact: None at this time. Submission for Approval Prepared by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
11.21:12:02Approval of Amendment 1 in Lieu of the Facilities Use Agreement between Redwood City School District and Connect Community Charter SchoolAction
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Rationale: Due to the disruption to the use of facility space for in-person instruction as a result of the pandemic, the School District has offered to Connect Community Charter School a one-year extension - through June 30, 2023 of its existing facility arrangement at the former Fair Oaks Elementary School, with minor changes to allow the charter school to install two small additional portable sheds on the campus. All other terms and conditions regarding the space will remain the same. Financial Impact: None at this time. Submission for Approval Prepared by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
11.31:12:02Approval of Amendment 1 to the Memorandum of Understanding between Redwood City School District and Connect Community Charter SchoolAction
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Rationale: On July 9, 2021, the California Legislature approved AB 130, an urgency budget trailer bill that contained, among other items, an automatic 2-year extension of the term of every charter school in California that would have expired between January 1, 2022 and June 30, 2025. In accordance with this new law, Connect Community Charter School's term has been extended for two years by operation of law, and will now expire on June 30, 2024 unless renewed. Accordingly, the District seeks to extend its MOU with Connect through the two-year period. Financial Impact: Not at this time. Submission for Approval Prepared by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
11.41:12:02Approval of Amendment 1 in Lieu of the Facilities Use Agreement between Redwood City School District and KIPP Excelencia Community PreparatoryAction
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Rationale: Due to the disruption to the use of facility space for in-person instruction as a result of the pandemic, the District has offered KIPP Bay Area Schools a one-year extension of its three-year existing facility arrangement at the former Fair Oaks Community School, without adjustments and within existing enrollment limitations. All other terms and conditions regarding the space will remain the same through June 30, 2023. Financial Impact: None at this time. Submission for Approval Prepared by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
11.51:12:02Approval of Amendment 1 to the Memorandum of Understanding between Redwood City School District and KIPP Excelencia Community PreparatoryAction
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Rationale: On July 9, 2021, the California Legislature approved AB 130, an urgency budget trailer bill that contained, among other items, an automatic 2-year extension of the term of every charter school in California that would have expired between January 1, 2022 and June 30, 2025. In accordance with this new law, KIPP Excelencia Community Prep Charter School's term has been extended for two years by operation of law, and will now expire on June 30, 2026 unless renewed. Accordingly, the District seeks to extend its MOU with KIPP through the two-year period. Financial Impact: None at this time. Submission for Approval Prepared by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
11.61:12:02Approval of Amendment 1 to the Facility Use Agreement between Redwood City School District and Rocketship Redwood City PrepAction
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Rationale: Due to the disruption to the use of facility space for in-person instruction as a result of the pandemic, the School District has offered Rocketship Redwood City Prep a one-year extension of the existing facility arrangement at the former Hawes Elementary School, without adjustments and within existing enrollment caps. All other terms and conditions regarding the space will remain the same. Financial Impact: Please refer to the FUA for the financial impact. Submission for Approval Prepared by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
11.71:12:55Approval of Amendment 1 to the Memorandum of Understanding between Redwood City School District and Rocketship Redwood City PrepAction
Marie Alvarado-Gil (2min) — Thanked Superintendent Dr. John Baker for his resilient leadership and community-building approach during the pandemic, citing the charter school MOU amendments as an example of his fortitude.
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Rationale: On July 9, 2021, the California Legislature approved AB 130, an urgency budget trailer bill that contained, among other items, an automatic 2-year extension of the term of every charter school in California that would have expired between January 1, 2022 and June 30, 2025. In accordance with this new law, Rocketship Redwood City Prep Charter School's term has been extended for two years by operation of law, and will now expire on June 30, 2026 unless renewed. Accordingly, the District seeks to extend its MOU with Rocketship through the two-year extension period. Financial Impact: Please refer to the MOU for the financial impact. Submission for Approval Prepared by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
11.81:12:02Disposal of Obsolete Technology AssetAction (Consent)
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Rationale: These devices are 5 years old or older, damaged, and can no longer be used in an educational setting. The Chromebooks on this list, are older than the Google Automatic Update Expiration List (AUE) and can no longer be used for CAASPP or ELPAC testing purposes. The iPads on this list can not run the last 3 operating system revisions (iOS). The computers (Apple) on this list cannot run the last three operating system revisions released by Apple. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Kyle Brumbaugh, Director of Technology and Innovation Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert’s Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. §
11.91:16:03Adoption of Resolution 10, Approval of Reduction of Certain Classified Services for Fiscal Year 2021-22Action
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Rationale: Due to the reduction or discontinuance of particular kinds of service pursuant to Education Code Section 45117, the School Board resolves that the legal number of classified district employees as stated in Resolution 10 (attached) not be reemployed for the 2021-22 school year. Financial Impact: None Submission for Approval Prepared by: Erin Kekos, Director of Human Resources Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
11.101:17:22Approval of Personnel Changes for 2021-22Action
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Rationale: Due to changes in staffing needs within the following departments, the position changes below are requested for 2021-22. Additional positions needed : 1.0 Administrative Secretary III- Special Education. This position is needed to support the Special Education Preschool. 0.75 FTE Bus Driver Type I- Facilities Department, transportation. This position is needed to provide transportation for the 24 new newcomer students to Redwood City School District. Financial Impact: 1.0 Administrative Secretary III- $94,441 0.75 Bus Driver Type I- $61,000 Submission for Approval Prepared by: Erin Kekos, Director of Human Resources Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
11.111:20:23Approval of Personnel ReportAction
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Rationale: The attached Personnel Report includes personnel recommended for hire; personnel requesting leave of absence; and personnel leaving employment. Financial Impact: None. All positions are approved in the 2021-2022 budget. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Erin Kekos, Director of Human Resources Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
121:21:31Board and Superintendent Reports
12.1Report from Board Members and SuperintendentReports
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Rationale: The School Board and Superintendent Baker will report out on meetings, attended events, upcoming events, school site visits, etc. Financial Impact: None at this moment. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Eliana García, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent
131:27:04Information
13.1Quarterly Williams Report, 1st Quarter, July 2021 through September 2021Information
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Rationale: As per Education Code 35186 and the Williams legislation, AB831, districts are required to adopt and use uniform complain procedures to identify and resolve complaints regarding deficiencies related to instructional materials, emergency or urgent facilities conditions that pose a threat to the health and safety of students or staff, and teacher vacancy or misassignment. The Superintendent or designee shall report summarized data on the nature and resolution of all complaints to the Board and the County Superintendent of Schools on a quarterly basis. As per AB831, on October 12, 2005, the Redwood City School Board approved the revisions to Board Policy 1312.5, Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures Notice to Parents/Guardians: Complaint Rights. Submission of Quarterly Reports on Williams Uniform were required beginning April 2005. The Redwood City School District has not received any complaints and continues to remain in compliance by submitting the required reports to the Redwood City School Board and the County Superintendent of Schools on a quarterly basis. No complaints were filed with any school in the district during the quarter comprising the period of July 1, 2021 through September 30, 2021. Financial Impact: None at this moment. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Eliana García, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
141:27:17Correspondence
14.1Correspondence
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151:28:49Other Business/Suggested Items For Future Agenda
15.1Possible Other Business/Suggested Items for Future AgendaInformation
161:28:58Board Agenda Calendar
16.1Changes to the Board Agenda ScheduleInformation
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Rationale: The following Schedule of Items for the 2021-22 School Board meetings (attached hereto) has been revised by administration. This schedule of board agenda items will be routinely updated, as needed. Changes: No current changes have been made. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Eliana García, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
171:31:16Adjournment
17.1Adjourn the MeetingAction