1Call to Order1min
1.1Roll CallProcedural
2Oral Communication on Closed Session Items Only
2.1If you have public comment related to a Closed Session item, please post it on the links under Public Content prior to the Closed Session Meeting or immediately upon the meeting opening.Information
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3Closed Session 5:50 p.m.1hr
3.1CSEA Negotiations UpdateInformation
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3.2RCTA Negotiations UpdateInformation
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40:06Reconvene to Regular Session at Approximately 7:00 p.m.3min
4.10:06Roll CallProcedural
4.20:33Report Out on Closed Session from March 20, 2024Information
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4.30:33Report Out on Closed Session from April 3, 2024Information
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50:37Welcome1min
5.1Welcome by the School Board President, Janet LawsonProcedural
61:40Changes to the Agenda1min
6.1Additions, Deletions, or Modifications to the AgendaDiscussion
72:35Approval of Agenda1min
7.1Approval of AgendaAction
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82:46Oral Communication
Ariana Baltay (4min) — A 20-year Northstar Academy teacher requested the board consider relocating Northstar to the former Adelante campus on Granger Street, citing overcrowding from shared space with MIT school and need for more space to serve students.
Edison Chang (6min) — A parent of a Kennedy Middle School special education student expressed concern that his daughter is not progressing academically, is refusing to attend school, and requested that the district conduct evaluations for autism and dyslexia.
Maria Stockton (4min) — A 45-year RCSD classified employee encouraged current board members to visit school sites and engage directly with all staff, as previous trustees had done, and advocated for valuing school libraries and librarians.
8.1If 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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923:09Bond Program Consent Items1min
9.123:09Approval of Bond Program Consent ItemsAction
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9.223:09Approval of the 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: $25,936.25. 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. §
9.323:09Approval of Proposal for Re-Installation of the SQL Database to SiPass VM Server with Siemens Industry, Inc. at All SitesAction (Consent)
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Rationale: Siemens Industry, Inc. will re-install the SQL database to SiPass VM server. In addition, Siemens will provide labor to program SiPass, intrusion areas and will provide labor to test and commission the intrusion zone. Financial Impact: Total for Fiscal Year 2023-24: $37,017.21. Requested movement from Board Reserve to Project, as needed. Budget Source: Fund 21 – Measure T GO Bond. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Martin Cervantes, Interim Bond Program Director; Will Robertson, 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. §
1023:32Bond Program Action Items20min
10.123:32Approval of Phase 2 Solar Agreement between Redwood City School District and Sage Renewable Energy Consulting, Inc. dba NV5, DistrictwideAction
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Rationale: Sage Renewable Energy Consulting, Inc. dba NV5 will be providing project support services for the phase 2 solar project. These services include procurement, interconnection application, and general implementation support. Asset performance management will be included for the first 3.5 years of operation. This performance management service will ensure the systems are performing as per design. Financial Impact: Total for Fiscal Year 2023-24: $540,540. Requested movement from Board Reserve to Project. 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 §
1126:11School/Community Reports - 1 hr 30 min
11.126:11Citizens' Measure U Oversight Committee Year Six Report for 2022-2023Reports
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Rationale: On June 22, 2016, the Governing Board of the Redwood City School District formally approved placing a parcel tax measure on the June ballot calling for a tax levy of $85 per parcel for a period of fourteen (14) years. On November 8, 2016, Measure U was approved by a significant majority, nearly seventy percent. The Citizens’ Measure U Oversight Committee convened twice following the acceptance of the Year Five (2021-22) Measure U Committee Report by the Board on December 7, 2022, at the Redwood City School District Office, 750 Bradford Street, in Redwood City. The initial meeting occurred on May 18, 2023 during which new members were welcomed to the committee welcomed to the oversight committee. The committee then reviewed the Year Six 2022-2023 Measure U Plans and Addendums for both the Redwood City School District and the Charter Schools. The Committee also reviewed to-date revenue, expenditures, and remaining balances as of March 31, 2023, and reviewed the 2023-2024 tentative Parcel Tax allocations. Minutes from the November 29, 2022 meeting were dually approved. A subsequent meeting was scheduled for November 16, 2023. The committee couldn’t establish a quorum to proceed with the agenda item of approving the 2022-23 Annual Report. Furthermore, the terms of two of the committee members expired as of November 30, 2023. At the January 10, 2024, RCSD Board meeting, the Board approved extending the terms of the two members until March 31, 2024, so that the committee may meet to review and approve the 2022-23 Annual Report. The third meeting was held on March 7, 2024. The committee reviewed Year Seven (2023-24) Measure U plans for Redwood City School District and the Charter Schools. It discussed Measure U Parcel Tax Committee members’ terms, which expired on November 30, 2023, and took action to elect a new Chair. The Committee approved the minutes of the May 18, 2023 meeting. The Committee approved Resolution #06-2023, finding that the Year Six (2022-2023) Measure U revenues were expended in a manner consistent with the ballot language approved by voters in the November 8, 2016 Election. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Rick Edson, Chief Business Official and Janet Borgens, Chair of the Citizens' Measure U Oversight Committee Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
11.21:40Report on Recent iReady Diagnostic Exam Results
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Rationale: The School Board will receive information regarding the March iReady districtwide assessment results (Spring) and the comparison with the September (Fall), and December (Winter) results. i-Ready is an integrated mathematics and reading program that consists of i-Ready Assessment (a K-12 adaptive diagnostic with standards mastery and growth monitoring) and i-Ready Instruction (a K-8 personalized learning program). Teachers in the Redwood City School District have been using i-Ready since the fall of 2020. In the 2023-24 school year, iReady will be given three times (fall, winter, and spring) to assess and monitor each student’s growth in mastery of their reading and mathematics grade-level standards. The attached presentation compares the results of the Fall 2023 assessment to the Spring 2024 assessment in reading and mathematics. 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 §
1231:36Consent Items1min
12.131:36Approval of Consent ItemsAction
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12.231:36Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement between the Redwood City School District and Friends For Youth for the 2023-2024 School YearAction (Consent)
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Rationale: This first amendment to the agreement between the Redwood City School District and Friends for Youth reflects an increase of services for the already approved 2023-2024 contract. The previous contract was approved on August 1, 2023, for a total amount of $42,000.00. The increased amount for this amendment is $24,000.00 which would bring the amended contract total amount to $66,000.00 upon School Board approval on April 3, 2024. The agreement is made between the Redwood City School District and Friends for Youth to provide school-based mentoring for 5th through 8th-grade students at schools in partnership with site community school coordinators. The term of this agreement is from August 16, 2024, through June 28, 2024, to reflect and align with the Expanded Learning Opportunity Program grant and payment cycles. Financial Impact: The contract amount is not to exceed $66,000.00 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 grants. 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. §
12.331:36Approval of Addendum to 2023-24 Measure U Application for Roy Cloud SchoolAction (Consent)
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Rationale: For Measure U, Roy Cloud was given an allotment for 2023-2024 of $158,768 and a carryover from 2022-23 of $38,183 for a total of $196,951. Roy Cloud's Site Council met on March 11, 2024, to discuss and approve the Measure U addendum. The following are amendments proposed for Measure U for Roy Cloud for the 2023-24 school year: Fund a Math Enrichment program for 3rd-8th graders by way of the Math Olympiad for $1,000. Fund scholarships to scholars to provide increased access to field trips to enrich their hands-on experience with $20,000. Fund the 4th-6th grade Walk Through History simulation program in the amount of $3,000 to help provide a real-life, hands-on experience and an unforgettable experience for our students. Fund technological upgrades and support in the amount of $14,183 to help ensure students are able to access their school accounts on devices that run efficiently and effectively. All of the members in attendance at the March 11th 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: Melissa Bowdoin, 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. §
12.431:36Approval of the MOU between WestEd and Redwood City School DistrictAction (Consent)
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Rationale: The InfuseCS project, led by a team from WestEd and North Carolina State University (NCSU), and funded by the National Science Foundation, aims to develop and evaluate a learning environment for upper elementary students focused on science education through problem-based learning, making, and digital storytelling. RCSD participating teachers will implement the InfuseCS platform, an online learning tool developed by NCSU, as a supplementary unit in their classrooms. Data collection will include assessments, surveys, focus groups, student artifacts, observations, and platform-generated log data, all de-identified. The project prioritizes the protection of student, parent, teacher, and partner staff data, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The term of this MOU is from April 4th through December 31, 2024, upon Board approval. Financial Impact: WestEd will provide each teacher with an honorarium of up to $1000 each school year for the completion of study activities. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Anna Herrera, Assistant Superintendent of Ed Services 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. §
12.531:36Approval of Agreement to Provide Meal Services to Connect and KIPP Charter Schools for the 24-25 School YearAction (Consent)
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Rationale: RCSD has provided meal service to both CCC and KIPP since their charters were granted. Once signed, the California Department of Education must approve the attached agreements for the school year 2024-25. Financial Impact: These agreements are estimated to provide $735,975 or 12% of total revenue and are cost-neutral. 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. §
12.631:36Rejection of ClaimAction (Consent)
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Rationale: A claim has been submitted to the Redwood City School District. The incident occurred on November 28, 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 (SMCSIG) recommending that the District Governing Board reject the claim. It is recommended that the Redwood City School District Board of Education reject the claim. 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. §
12.731:36Approval of the March 20 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. §
1331:59Action Items
1432:02Board and Superintendent Reports10min
14.132:02Report 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: Evelyn Campos, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
1535:07Information5min
15.135:07Information on San Mateo County Investment Fund - February 2024Information
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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 February 2024: 3.704% The current average maturity of the portfolio is 1.67 years with an average duration of 1.52 years. The portfolio continues to hold no derivative products. Please click the link below to view the investment report for February 2024: https://www.smcgov.org/media/148227/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 §
1635:12Correspondence1min
16.1CorrespondenceProcedural
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1735:36Other Business/Suggested Items For Future Agenda1min
17.1Possible 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. Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Evelyn Campos, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
1836:20Board Meetings Calendar1min
18.136:20Changes 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. Upcoming Board Meetings: - Closed Session 4/03, 5:50 - 7:00 PM Financial Impact: None. Submission for Approval Prepared by: Evelyn Campos, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approved by: John R. Baker, Ed.D., Superintendent §
1936:36Adjournment1min
19.1Adjourn the MeetingAction