10:07Call to Order1min
1.1Roll CallProcedural
21:23Oral Communication on Study Session Items Only
2.1If you have a public comment related to the Study Session item, please post it on the links under Public Content prior to the Study Session Meeting or immediately upon the meeting opening.Information
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31:32Study Session 6:00 p.m. (Open to the Public)1hr
Ors Neighbor (3min) — A father described his son Leor's experience being diagnosed with dyslexia privately at great cost after the school determined he did not have a specific learning disability, and urged the community to find ways to teach reading to all children regardless of resources.
Giselle Hale (3min) — A parent of two dyslexic students and a community advocate urged the board to treat dyslexia as a general education issue, highlighted districts making gains by training all teachers in Orton-Gillingham techniques, and emphasized that implementation fidelity matters as much as curriculum selection.
Fallon Scoggins (6min) — A mother of a severely dyslexic and dysgraphic third-grade son described his struggles in school, the inadequacy of pullout services and after-school interventions, the disproportionate impact on Black students, and urged the board to make structured literacy instruction available to all students throughout the school day.
Jennifer Salma (7min) — A regional leader with Decoding Dyslexia California thanked the board for engaging with the California Dyslexia Guidelines, emphasized that dyslexia is a neurological difference with many strengths, called for structured literacy programs to be implemented with fidelity and for principals to support teachers in implementation, and noted that most dyslexic students should be served in general education with tier 1 and tier 2 support.
3.1Discussion on DyslexiaDiscussion
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Rationale: The School Board and Superintendent Baker will discuss dyslexia to increase awareness and understanding, and explore best practices in supporting students with dyslexia. This important topic is critical for the Redwood City School District as it directly impacts our students and their educational experiences. Financial Impact: None at this moment. Submission for Approval Prepared by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
41:03:43Reconvene to Regular Session at Approximately 7:00 p.m.2min
4.1Roll CallProcedural
4.2Report Out on Closed Session from November 15, 2023Information
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51:08:41Welcome1min
5.1Welcome by the School Board President, Cecilia MarquezProcedural
61:10:25Changes to the Agenda1min
6.1Additions, Deletions, or Modifications to the AgendaDiscussion
71:11:12Approval of the Agenda1min
7.1Approval of the AgendaAction
81:11:36Oral Communication
8.1If you have a 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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91:11:45Bond Program Consent Items (Action Required)1min
9.1Approval of Bond Program Consent ItemsAction (Consent)
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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. §
9.2Approval of Measure T Bond Program Tracking List of Items Under $20kAction (Consent)
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Rationale: This tracking sheet provides the School Board with all recent items $20k and under in a comprehensive list. This list will be sent to the School Board regularly as the POs are compiled. Financial Impact: Total for Fiscal Year 2023-24: $17,927.00. Within budget. Budget Source: Fund 21 - Measure T GO Bond. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Martín Cervantes, Interim Bond Program Director; Will Robertson, Bond Program Manager 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. §
9.31:12:16Approval of Proposal for the Infrastructure of Two (2) Video/Intercom Buzzers with Atlas Pellizzari for Hawes SchoolAction (Consent)
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Rationale: Atlas Pellizzari will be handling the electrical infrastructure for the installation of two (2) video/intercom buzzers at the two gates at opposite sides of Hawes School. Financial Impact: $58,240.00. Requested movement from Board Reserve to Project, as needed. Budget Source: Fund 21 - Measure T GO Bond. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Martín Cervantes, Interim Bond Program Director; Will Robertson, Bond Program Manager 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. §
9.4Approval of Proposal for Theatrical Lighting Upgrades with Atlas Pellizzari for McKinley Institute of TechnologyAction (Consent)
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Rationale: Atlas Pellizzari will be handling the theatrical lighting upgrades for McKinley Institute of Technology. Financial Impact: $34,850.00. Requested movement from Board Reserve to Project, as needed. Budget Source: Fund 21 – Measure T GO Bond Submission for Approval Prepared by: Martín Cervantes, Interim Bond Program Director; Will Robertson, Bond Program Manager 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. §
9.5Approval of Proposal for Intercom Parts and Programming with Siemens Industry, Inc. for Hawes SchoolAction (Consent)
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Rationale: Siemens Industry, Inc. will be handling the intercom parts and programming for Hawes School. Financial Impact: $27,191.55. Requested movement from Board Reserve to Project, as needed. Budget Source: Fund 21 – Measure T GO Bond Submission for Approval Prepared by: Martín Cervantes, Interim Bond Program Director; Will Robertson, Bond Program Manager 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. §
10Bond Program Action Items (Action Required)25min
10.1Discussion of Districtwide Solar Phase 2 Financial Study and Approval of Final Projects ListAction
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Rationale: The Bond Program Team will be presenting the Districtwide Solar Phase 2 Financial Study and requesting approval of the final projects list. Financial Impact: N/A - Any approved projects will be brought back to the School Board with pricing in the future. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Martín Cervantes, Interim Bond Program Director; Will Robertson, Bond Program Manager Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
111:14:02School/Community Reports1hr
11.1Hoover and Henry Ford School Presentations for 2023-2024 School YearInformation
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Rationale: Hoover Community School and Henry Ford Elementary School will showcase how each site is addressing the implementation of new initiatives in academics as well as how they are exemplifying student, and parent voice, as well as school events. These initiatives are aligned with the LCAP goals and SPSA plans that have been set by each site. Here are the basic requirements for each site presentation: 1. Academics: How are teachers showing the Empowered Learner framework? 2. School Events: What events have taken place since the start of the year? Any changes for the school this year that have been made? 3. Student Voice: How is the school elevating student voice? 4. Parent Outreach/ Voice: How is the school addressing parent outreach? What are the parents saying about the school? Financial Impact: None at this moment. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Anna Herrera, Assistant Superintendent Ed. Services Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
123:00:04Discussion Items40min
12.1First Reading and Discussion of Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 6173 - Education for Homeless ChildrenDiscussion
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Rationale: It is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board read and discuss Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 6173 - Education for Homeless Children. This policy was updated to reflect new law (AB 408) which mandates that districts establish homeless education program policies and update those policies at least once every three years, and requires the liaison for homeless students to offer annual training to district employees providing services to students experiencing homelessness and to inform such employees of the availability of training and the services provided by the liaison. This policy was also updated to reflect new law (AB 2375) which requires districts, regardless of whether they received American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 funds, to annually administer a housing questionnaire for the purpose of identifying students experiencing homelessness, including unaccompanied minors, and annually report that number of students to the California Department of Education (CDE). This policy was updated throughout to change language from "homeless student" to "student experiencing homelessness". Furthermore, this policy was updated to include language required by the Homeless Education 2023-24 Federal Program Monitoring Instrument released by the California Department of Education (CDE). The regulation was updated to reflect new law (AB 408) which mandates that districts establish homeless education program policies and update those policies at least once every three years, and requires the liaison for homeless students to offer annual training to district employees providing services to students experiencing homelessness and to inform such employees of the availability of training and the services provided by the liaison. This regulation has also been updated to clarify what factors to consider when determining the "best interest" of the student in enrollment decisions. Additionally, this regulation has been updated to reflect new law (AB 181) which exempts a student classified as unduplicated from paying a fee for transportation. Furthermore, this regulation has been updated throughout to change language from "homeless student" to "student experiencing homelessness". This regulation was updated to include language required by the Homeless Education 2023-24 Federal Program Monitoring Instrument released by the California Department of Education (CDE). All board policies originate from the California School Boards Association. This policy has been reviewed by the Board 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 §
12.2First Reading and Discussion of Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 6173.1 - Education for Foster YouthDiscussion
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Rationale: It is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board read and discuss Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 6173.1 - Education for Foster Youth. This policy was updated to reflect the California Department of Education (CDE) 2023-24 Federal Program Monitoring (FPM) Compensatory Education Program instrument. This policy was also updated to move material regarding a safe learning environment toward the beginning of the policy as it is philosophical in nature and has general implications. This regulation was updated to reflect the California Department of Education (CDE) 2023-24 Federal Program Monitoring (FPM) Compensatory Education Program instrument. Additionally, this regulation was updated to reflect a new law (AB 181) which amends the definition of foster youth, and requires districts that provide home-to-school transportation and other transportation expressly provided by in law to waive transportation fees for foster youth. This regulation was also updated to align the definition of "school of origin" with code language, reflecting new law (AB 740) which provides that a foster youth's educational rights holder, attorney, and county social worker have the same rights as a parent/guardian to receive a suspension notice, expulsion notice manifestation determination notice, involuntary transfer notice, and other documents and related information. All policies originate from the California School Boards Association. This policy was reviewed by the Board Policy Committee and the Director of Student Services. 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 §
12.3First Reading and Discussion of Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 6020 - Parent InvolvementDiscussion
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Rationale: It is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board read and discuss Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 6020 - Parent Involvement. This policy and regulation were updated to reflect language required by the California Department of Education (CDE) for the Federal Program Monitoring (FPM) using the 2023-24 Compensatory Education Program instrument. All policies originate from the California School Boards Association. This policy was reviewed by the Board Policy Committee, the Director of Multilingual English Learners, and the Assistant Superintendent. 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 §
12.4First Reading and Discussion of Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 6171 - Title I ProgramsDiscussion
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Rationale: It is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board read and discuss Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 6171 - Title I Programs. This policy and regulation were updated to reflect the California Department of Education (CDE) 2023-24 Federal Program Monitoring (FPM) Federal Stimulus Monitoring Program instrument. All policies originate from the California School Boards Association. This policy was reviewed by the Board Policy Committee and the Chief Business Official. 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 §
12.5First Reading and Discussion of Board Policy 6163.4 - Student Use of TechnologyDiscussion
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Rationale: It is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board read and discuss Board Policy and Exhibit 6163.4 - Student Use of Technology. This policy and exhibit were updated to reflect language required by the California Department of Education (CDE) 2023-24 Federal Program Monitoring (FPM) Student Support and Academic Enrichment Program instrument. All policies originate from the California School Boards Association. This policy was reviewed by the Board Policy Committee and the Director of Technology. 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 §
12.6First Reading and Discussion of Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 5144.1 - Suspension and Expulsion/ Due ProcessDiscussion
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Rationale: It is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board read and discuss Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 5144.1 - Suspension and Expulsion/ Due Process. This policy and regulation were updated to reflect the California Department of Education (CDE) 2023-24 Federal Program Monitoring (FPM) Compensatory Education Program instrument. All policies originate from the California School Boards Association. This policy was reviewed by the Board Policy Committee and the Director of Student Services. 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 §
133:03:46Consent Items (Action Required)1min
13.1Approval of Consent ItemsAction (Consent)
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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. §
13.2Approval of November 2 Board Meeting MinutesAction (Consent)
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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: Evelyn Campos, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent 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. §
13.3Approval of the Agreement between Redwood City School District and Catalyst Family Inc. for the 2023-2024 School YearAction (Consent)
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Rationale: This agreement is made between the Redwood City School District and Catalyst Family Inc. (Catalyst Kids) to provide expanded day learning and enrichment services at Roy Cloud School, Henry Ford School, Orion School, and Roosevelt School. The term for this agreement is from August 16, 2023, through June 30, 2024, to reflect and align with the Expanded Learning Opportunity Program (ELO-P) grant and payment cycle. This agreement is being submitted after the service start date due to the fact that multiple contract iterations occurred and counsels had to be consulted, which led to multiple contract changes and a delay in the submission of the contract. Financial Impact: The contract amount is not to exceed $644,198.00 The funding will come directly from the Expanded Learning Opportunity Program (ELO-P) grant with no financial impact on RCSD general or concentrated funds. The school district is the fiscal agent for the grant. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Michelle Griffith, Director of Community Schools and Partnerships, and Enrique Calderon, Expanded Learning Opportunity Program Manager 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. §
13.4Approval of Amendment No. 2 between the Redwood City School District and One Life Counseling for the 2023-24 School YearAction (Consent)
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Rationale: One Life Counseling provides contracted mental health counseling services throughout the Redwood City School District. The original contract for One Life Counseling was for twenty counselors at the cost of $924,800 at eleven school sites in the district. The first amendment of that contract reduced the hours of counseling at Roy Cloud to zero and increased the hours of counseling at Garfield to ten additional hours, which changed the overall amount of the contract to $937,920. This second amendment is increasing Kennedy Middle School counseling services by eight hours to meet their site’s Social Emotional Learning needs. The term of the agreement is from August 23, 2023, through June 30, 2024. Financial Impact: The fiscal impact will be $15,776, which will increase the total contract to a total of $953,696. This will be paid by Kennedy Middle School’s Measure U funding source. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Patrinia Redd, Director of Health and Wellness 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. §
13.5Approval of Addendum to 2023-24 Measure U Application for Orion Alternative and Mandarin Immersion SchoolAction (Consent)
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Rationale: Orion Alternative School was given a total allotment for 2023-2024 of $110,840 and a carryover of $61,950 for a total of $172,790. Orion's Site Council met on October 11th and 18th, 2023, and approved the Measure U application addendum. The following are amendments proposed for Measure U for Orion Alternative School for the 2023-24 school year: Increase funds by $11,782 dollars for 0.8 FTE STEAM TOSA to support TK-5 teachers and student learning. Decrease funds by $3000 dollars for PE+ coaches due to changing enrollment. Allocate $3,000 dollars in funds for a substitute teacher to provide release time for teachers. Purchase classroom library books to update current reading materials so students can foster a love of reading in Mandarin and English across the curriculum, thereby improving fluency and comprehension. Provide incentives for making growth in reading, for a total of $22,150 dollars. Allocate $15,700 dollars in funds for teacher release time to plan FOSS Science, Integrated Units, Phonics Instruction, Multicultural Studies, Mandarin, Pedagogy Of Confidence, PBIS, and MTSS Leadership. Allocate $4,000 for the purchase of materials and supplies to host school-wide cultural, academic, and community celebrations during the school days and on weekends to engage all students and families. Events include: Maze Day, Mid-Autumn Harvest Moon Festival, Hispanic Heritage Month, Author Illustrator Fair, Lunar New Year, STEAM, Science and Math Festivals, Multicultural, Asante Walk a Thon, Read a Thon. Allocate $8,318 to partially fund the General Ed. instructional assistant to provide additional support for Math and reading to K-5th grade students. All of the members in attendance at the October 18th, 2023 School Site Council meeting voted to approve the recommendations at the meeting (the Principal abstained as directed) . An updated application for Measure U funds is attached for review. Financial Impact: Please see the attachment for details. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Winnie Wong, Principal 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. §
13.6Approval of Additional Personnel Needed for the 2023-24 School YearAction
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Rationale: Due to changes in staffing needs within the following departments, the addition of positions below is requested for the 2023-24 school year. Additional positions needed: .25 FTE 208-day CDC Teacher - Orion CDC- (2-hour increase to a current position) The Director of the CDC is requesting a 2-hour increase to the 208-day CDC Teacher position. Orion CDC is a single-classroom site in need of a qualified teacher to take the role of Acting Site Supervisor and Lead Teacher in the primary teacher's absence, including for breaks and emergency family and/or staff meetings throughout the workday. Furthermore, as State Preschool Lead Teachers are expected to increasingly inform IEP meetings toward the District's goals for inclusion, another qualified teacher in the classroom would ensure program compliance with legal staffing and staff-child ratio requirements even as the Lead Teacher fulfills essential meeting attendance responsibilities. 1.0 FTE Director of Child Nutrition Services (CNS)- Business Services is requesting approval for a new position to provide services as the Director of Child Nutrition Services. The creation of the position of Director of Child Nutrition Services is a strategic and essential step in ensuring the health, well-being, and academic success of our students. By focusing exclusively on child nutrition, this role will bring expertise, compliance, and a holistic approach to promoting healthy eating habits, ultimately benefiting both the organization and the children served. This position will be instrumental as RCSD continues to expand and improve the meal options that are served to our students at all of our school sites. This position, in coordination with site and district staff members, contractors, and vendors, will be ultimately responsible for meals, compliance, menu development, financial efficiency, staffing, kitchen facilities, and community engagement. Financial Impact: .25 FTE 208-day CDC Teacher- $16,282 to be paid out of Fund 12 1.0 FTE Director of Child Nutrition Services (CNS)- $179,700 to be paid out of Fund 13 Submission for Approval Prepared by: Wendy Kelly, Deputy Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
13.7Approval of Title V 80020.4 (b) and E.C. 44865 In Areas Of Special SkillAction
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Rationale: The District learned on October 24, 2023, during a Human Resources audit from the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE) that a new change at the California Teaching Commission now requires teachers on special assignments, and without a class roster, to complete a consent form. The District must also seek Board approval for each teacher recommended. In prior years, a budget adoption in June for all staff and approval of the Personnel Report could justify Board approval. SMCOE was apologetic for not notifying the District sooner. Pursuant to the Education Code or Title 5, written documentation is required from the district obtaining the teacher’s consent prior to making assignment(s) outside of the teacher’s current credential authorization. Because the school year has started, this request for approval is coming to the Board late. Moving forward, the request for annual approval for a teacher on special assignment positions will be brought to the Board for approval in June and August, once positions are filled. Wendi Brown: MTSS TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Stacey Chilton: TOSA Student Services Title 5. 80020.4 Joan Collins: Skills Elective TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Vidal Cubero Sobrados: Newcomer TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Whitney Eakin: Professional Development Coach Title 5. 80020.4 Angeles Fernandez-Pawar: MTSS TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Sarah Cullum: Professional Development Coach Title 5. 80020.4 Jody Wong: TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Ann Berljafa: Professional Development Coach SEAL Title 5. 80020.4 Jessica Kwa: TOSA STEAM Title 5. 80020.4 Lisa Rosen: MTSS TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Monica Sarmiento: Reading Diagnostic TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Christopher Schaefer: MTSS TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Benjamin Titus: Opportunity EC. 44865 Jacob Havey: MTSS TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Annie Cho: MTSS TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Brianna Turner: Curriculum TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Francoise Ngo: TOSA SPED Title 5. 80020.4 Robin Porter: TOSA STEAM Title 5. 80020.4 Jennifer Nally: TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Peggy Yang: MTSS TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Laura Pulido-Lopez: Staff Development Coach Title 5. 80020.4 Corinne Roesler: TOSA STEAM Title 5. 80020.4 Kendall Klein: Professional Development Coach Title 5. 80020.4 Suba Marti: TOSA STEAM Title 5. 80020.4 Rebecca Foutch: STEAM Teacher Title 5. 80020.4 Ke Hu: Mandarin TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Danielle Schall: TOSA STEAM Title 5. 80020.4 Kathleen Murphy: MTSS TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Maribel Ibarra Gonzalez: MTSS TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Michelle Phan: MTSS TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Bronia Whipp: Tech Integration Coach Title 5. 80020.4 Benjamin Titus: ELD TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Meg Grulich: Professional Development Coach Title 5. 80020.4 Catherine James: Technology Resource Teacher Title 5. 80020.4 Jacob Havey: Curriculum TOSA Title 5. 80020.4 Anastacia Stamates: Staff Development Coach Title 5. 80020.4 Financial Impact: None Submission for Approval Prepared by: Wendy Kelly, Deputy Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
13.8Rejection of ClaimAction (Consent)
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Rationale: A claim has been submitted to the Redwood City School District. The incident occurred on April 20, 2023, at Hoover School. The claim was sent to the District's insurance carrier, San Mateo County Schools Insurance Group, which is handling this matter. A communication has been received from San Mateo County Schools Insurance Group recommending that the District Governing Board deny the claim for lack of evidence of negligence or liability on the part of the district or its employees. It is accordingly recommended that the Redwood City School District Board of Education reject the claim for damages. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Rick Edson, Chief Business Official 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. §
143:05:04Action Items5min
14.1Adoption of Resolution No. 5 to Approve Continued Funding Application 2024/25 for District State Preschool ProgramsAction (Consent)
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Rationale: Redwood City School District offers state preschool programs at Adelante Selby, Garfield, Hawes, Hoover, Orion, Roosevelt, and Taft. Half-day programs are available during the school year while full-day programs are available throughout the year. District State Preschools provide developmentally appropriate educational activities for children ages 3 years to kindergarten entry. The curriculum targets the California Department of Education's 43 kindergarten readiness measures reflected in the Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) assessment system. Half-day programs are available for free, and full-day programs are free to low cost for eligible families. Families are certified eligible for District State Preschools by need and/or income. District State Preschools also accept non-eligible families on a full-fee basis depending on space availability after all eligible families have been served. RCSD State Preschools are generally open Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and have a maximum service capacity of 492 children. Financial Impact: The California Department of Education Early Education Division will fund the Redwood City School District State Preschool Programs in an amount not to exceed 10,000,000 for Fiscal Year 2024/25. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Edna Margarita R. Carmona 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. §
14.2Adoption of Annual Organizational Meeting Date Set for December 6, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.Action
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Rationale: Education Code Section 35143 sets forth the requirement of each school district, community college district, and county office of education to hold an annual organizational meeting. Per Board Policy 9100, at the annual organizational meeting, the Board of Education shall rotate so that each current and re-elected Board member assumes the next higher position in the officer rotation order. Newly elected or appointed board members shall occupy the remaining vacant positions. If there is more than one new board member elected or appointed, there will be a lottery to determine the order of filling the board positions. In order to comply with Board Policy 9100 and Education Code section 35143, the Board shall hold an annual organizational meeting. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
153:05:31Board and Superintendent Reports10min
15.1Report from Board Members and SuperintendentReports
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Rationale: The School Board and Superintendent Baker will report on meetings, attended events, upcoming events, school site visits, etc. Financial Impact: None at this moment. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Evelyn Campos, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
163:13:03Information5min
16.1Information on San Mateo County Investment Fund - September 2023Information
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Rationale: Education Code Sections 41001 and 41002 generally provide that all money received by or apportioned to a school district shall be paid into the county treasury to be placed to the credit of the proper fund of the district. Pursuant to California Education Code Section 41015, the District may invest all or part of funds deposited in a Special Reserve Fund or any surplus monies not required for the immediate necessities of the District in any of the investments specified in California Government Code Sections 16430 or 53601. Historically, districts in San Mateo County have been depositing all of their funds into the county treasury. The County Treasurer has made investment decisions for the school districts, which is not a unique practice statewide. School district funds on deposit with the county treasury, along with funds deposited by other agencies, are placed in a County investment pool, and profits and losses realized from these invested funds are shared among the pool participants in proportion to the amount invested. Financial Impact: Gross pool earnings for Month ending September 2023: 3.226% Quarter ending September 2023: 3.320% The current average maturity of the portfolio is 1.71 years with an average duration of 1.55 years. The portfolio continues to hold no derivative products. Please click the link below to view the investment report for September 2023: https://www.smcgov.org/media/146110/download?inline= Please click the link below to view the copies of the Investment Reports and the Compliance Reports: https://www.smcgov.org/treasurer/investment-information Submission for Approval Prepared by: Rick Edson, Chief Business Official Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
173:13:20Correspondence1min
17.1CorrespondenceInformation
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183:15:21Other Business/Suggested Items for Future Agenda1min
18.1Possible Other Business/Suggested Items for Future AgendaInformation
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Rationale: The following Schedule of Agenda Items for the 2023-24 School Board meetings (attached hereto) has been revised by the administration. This schedule of board agenda items will be routinely updated, as needed. Reminder: Annual Organizational Meeting on December 6, 2023. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Evelyn Campos, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
193:15:22Board Meetings Calendar1min
19.1Changes to the Board Meetings CalendarInformation
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Rationale: The following School Board Meetings Calendar for 2023-24 (attached hereto) has been revised by the administration. This calendar of School Board meetings will be routinely updated, as needed. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Evelyn Campos, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
203:15:46Adjournment
20.1Adjourn the MeetingAction