FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees

3 Monday, November 3, 2025 FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees BOARD MEMBERS: Steven Rodrigue, President J. Bryan Batey, Vice President Kathy Scrivner, Clerk Derek Tisinger, Clerk Pro Tem David Manriquez, Member Samreen Sandhu, Student Board Member - MEETING TIME AND PLACE: Call Meeting to Order: 6:00 p.m. - Board Room Closed Session: 6:05 p.m. - Conference Room "A" Reconvene to Open Session: 7:00 p.m. Board Room Kern High School District 5801 Sundale Avenue Bakersfield, CA 93309 - AGENDAS: Agendas are posted at the Kern High School District at least 72 hours prior to each meeting as well as at each school site. Any materials required by law to be made available to the public prior to the meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Kern High School District can be inspected at the following address between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday: Superintendent's Office, Kern High School District, 5801 Sundale Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309. - HEARING OF INDIVIDUALS ON AGENDA ITEMS: Members of the public shall have an opportunity to address the Board of Trustees either before or during the Board's consideration of each item of business to be discussed at regular or special board meetings. Each member of the public wishing to speak must fill out an "Individual Request to Address the Board of Trustees" (yellow card) prior to the start of the meeting. Each person who addresses the Board must be first recognized by the presiding officer. - SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMMODATIONS: Assistive listening devices, agenda in Braille and/or alternative formats are available upon request. American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters, other auxiliary aids and services, or reasonable modifications to Board meeting policies and/or procedures, such as to assist members of the disability community who would like to request a disability-related accommodation in addressing the Board, are available if requested at least three business days prior to the Board meeting. Later requests will be accommodated to the extent feasible. Please contact the Superintendent's Office, Kern High School District at 661-827-3154 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (Government Code 54954.2). - UPON REQUEST by a student's parent/guardian, or by the student if age 18 or older, the minutes of a meeting of the Kern High School District’s Board of Trustees shall not include the student's or parent/guardian's address, telephone number, date of birth, or email address, or the student's name or other directory information as defined in Education Code 49061. The request to exclude such information shall be made in writing to the secretary or clerk of the Board. (Education Code 49073.2) These requests to Kern High School District should be made in writing and made to the attention of: Dr. Michael Zulfa, Superintendent/Board Secretary, or Kathy Scrivner, Board Clerk and delivered to 5801 Sundale Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93309. For assistance or for additional information about this process or directory information please contact Graci Ashmore at (661) 827-3100. - PLEASE NOTE THE KERN HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT REGULAR BOARD MEETINGS ARE LIVE STREAMED and written minutes are subsequently prepared. Requests to exclude a student(s) or parent/guardian(s) information must be received within 10 days after the board meeting. A. PRELIMINARY Subject 1. Call to Order and Roll Call Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Procedural Steven Rodrigue, President J. Bryan Batey, Vice President Kathy Scrivner, Clerk Derek Tisinger, Clerk Pro Tem David Manriquez, Member Samreen Sandhu, Student Board Member File Attachments Subject 2. Adoption of Final Closed Session Agenda Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Action Any action taken in Closed Session will be announced in Open Session and reflected in the Official Minutes . File Attachments Subject 3. Hearing of Citizens on Items Listed on Closed Session Agenda Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Information Members of the public shall have an opportunity to address the Board of Trustees on item(s) listed on the Closed Session agenda before the Board of Trustees adjourns to Closed Session. Following recognition by the Board President, each speaker may have the floor for three minutes. Persons addressing the Board are requested to give their name and the group or organization they represent, if any, in order that an accurate record can be made in the minutes. Items not appearing on this agenda cannot, by law, be the subject of Board action. Such items may be placed on future agendas for full discussion and/or action. File Attachments Subject 4. Adjourn to Closed Session Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Action File Attachments B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Subject 1. Convene in Closed Session Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item, Procedural File Attachments Subject 2. Discussion of Student Matters: Student Expulsions and/or Reinstatement Report Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item The Board of Trustees will receive recommendations from the Kern High School District Hearing Panel regarding four (4) discipline cases recommended for expulsion. The Education Code requires closed sessions in these cases to prevent disclosure of confidential student record information. File Attachments Subject 3. Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Anticipated Litigation. Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9: Seven (7) Potential Cases Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 4. Conference with Labor Negotiator, Megan Gregor, Regarding Collective Bargaining Agreement(s) or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU's) with Employee Group(s): Kern High School Teachers Association; California School Employees Association, Chapter 81; California School Employees Association, Chapter 901, Police Officers; California School Employees Association Transportation, Chapter 747; Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 777, Supervisor Unit F; Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 777, Skilled Trades Unit D; Kern High School District Management and Confidential Association Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 5. Adjournment of Closed Session Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Action Item File Attachments C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Subject 1. Reconvene to Open Session Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 2. Flag Salute Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 3. Adoption of the Final Agenda Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Action File Attachments Subject 4. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees held on October 6, 2025 Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Action File Attachments D. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION Subject 1. Closed Session Report Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category D. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION Type Report The Board President will report on action taken during its recently concluded closed session. File Attachments Subject 2. Approval of the Student Expulsion and/or Reinstatements Report Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category D. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION Type Action File Attachments E. COMMUNICATIONS Subject 1. Communications Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category E. COMMUNICATIONS Type Information All communications are forward to the Board of Trustees under separate cover prior to the Board of Trustee's meeting. File Attachments F. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Subject 1. Superintendent's Comments on District Activities Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category F. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Type Report File Attachments G. HEARING OF CITIZENS Subject 1. Hearing of Citizens: Members of the Public shall have an opportunity to address the Board of Trustees either before or during the Board's consideration of each item of business to be discussed at regular or special board meetings. The time allotted shall be three minutes per individual speaker, with a maximum of 15 minutes in each subject area. This time may be used to address any item on the agenda, or any matter of concern within the jurisdiction of the Kern High School District. Each person who addresses the Board must be first recognized by the presiding officer. Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category G. HEARING OF CITIZENS Type Information File Attachments Subject 2. PUBLIC REQUEST: Jakara Movement Presentation Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category G. HEARING OF CITIZENS Type Presentation Khair (Jakara Movement) is a statewide internship for high school students that focuses on substance use education and prevention in the schools and community. The group will provide an oral report along with a PowerPoint presentation. File Attachments H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Subject 1. Kern High School Teachers Association, Cathy Adams, President Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 2. California School Employees Association, Chapter #81, Carlos Flores, President Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 3. California School Employees Association, Chapter #901, Police Officers, Officer Mark Calvillo, Representative Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 4. California School Employees Association, Chapter #747, Transportation, Emma Arvizu, President Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 5. Kern High School District Management & Confidential Association - Roman Aguilar, President Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 6. Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 777, Skilled Trade Union, Unit D, Luis Badilla, Steward Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 7. Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 777, Supervisors, Unit F Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments I. BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORTS, INQUIRIES AND/OR ITEMS FOR ACTION Subject 1. Board of Trustees Member Reports and/or Inquiries Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category I. BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORTS, INQUIRIES AND/OR ITEMS FOR ACTION Type Discussion File Attachments J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Subject 1. Adoption of the Selection of Date for the 2025 Annual Organizational Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Type Action Supporting Data: Education Code section 35143 requires that each school district in Kern County hold an annual organizational meeting. Organizational meetings in years in which no such regular election for governing board members is conducted shall be held on any date in December, but no later than December 20. The board shall notify the county superintendent of schools of the day and time selected. The clerk of the board shall, within 15 days before the date of the annual meeting, notify in writing all members of the date and time selected for the meeting. It is the practice of the Kern High School District that the annual organizational meeting always be held as part of the December regular Board of Trustees meeting. Request is made to adopt December 8, 2025, as the date for the Board of Trustees Annual Organizational meeting. A copy of the Notification of Annual Organization Meeting Date is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Notification of Annual Organizational Meeting Date_2025_REVISED.pdf (56 KB) Subject 2. Receipt of the Proposed 2026 Schedule of Regular Meetings for the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Type Receive Recommendation and Supporting Data: It is recommended the Board of Trustees receive the proposed 2026 Schedule of Regular meetings for the Kern High School District Board of Trustees. The regular meetings of the Board of Trustees are usually scheduled for the first Monday of every month; however, in the calendar year 2026, there are some exceptions: T he January meeting is scheduled on the second Monday due to the Christmas holiday break. The April meeting is scheduled on Tuesday, the day after the Easter Monday holiday. A regular meeting is scheduled for the second Monday and fourth Monday in June. There is no regular meeting in July due to vacation schedules throughout the District. The September meeting is scheduled on a Tuesday due to the Labor Day holiday. The December meeting is scheduled for the second Monday due to Education Code requirements. The Board of Trustees will be asked to take action to approve the 2025 Board of Trustees meeting schedule at its December 8 2025, Annual Organizational Meeting. Superintendent Zulfa will provide a report to the Board of Trustees. A copy of the proposed schedule is attached as Public Content. File Attachments KHSD Board of Trustees 2026 Meeting Schedule.pdf (284 KB) Subject 3. Second Reading and Approval of Adoption of Revision to Board Policies and/or Board Bylaws as Recommended by District Administrative Staff and/or California School Boards Association Policy Updates – BP 0420.4 Charter School Authorization; BP 0420.41 Charter School Oversight; BP 5145.6 Parent/Guardian Notifications Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Type Action Recommendation: Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees receive as Second Reading and Approval of Adoption, the revised Board Policies and/or Board Bylaws as Recommended by District Administrative Staff and/or California School Boards Association Policy Updates – BP 0420.4 Charter School Authorization; BP 0420.41 Charter School Oversight; BP 5145.6 Parent/Guardian Notifications. Supporting Data: Pursuant to Board of Trustees Board Bylaw 9310, staff members regularly review Board of Trustees policies, administrative regulations, and exhibits to compare them against the latest sample material from CSBA to reflect new legislation. After comparison, appropriate updates, and revisions for Board Policies (BP) and/or Board Bylaws (BB) are presented for Board of Trustees consideration for appropriate action as recommended by staff. BP 0420.4 Charter School Authorization BP 0420.41 Charter School Oversight BP 5145.6 Parent/Guardian Notifications A copy of the proposed Board Policies (BP) and/or Board Bylaws (BB) are attached as Public Content. File Attachments 2025-11-03 Second Read & Approval BP 0420.4 Charter School Authorization.pdf (377 KB) 2025-11-03 Second Read & Approval BP 0420.41 Charter School Oversight.pdf (406 KB) 2025-11-03 Second Read & Approval BP 5145.6 Parent_Guardian Notifications.pdf (318 KB) Subject 4. First Reading of the Proposed Revisions to Board Policies and/or Board Bylaws as Recommended by District Administrative Staff and/or California School Boards Association Policy Updates – BP 5113 Absences and Excuses; BP 5113.12 District School Attendance Review Board; BP 5141.4 Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Type First Reading Recommendation: Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees receive as First Reading the revised Board Policies and/or Board Bylaws as Recommended by District Administrative Staff and/or California School Boards Association Policy Updates – BP 5113 Absences and Excuses; BP 5113.12 District School Attendance Review Board; BP 5141.4 Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting. Supporting Data: Pursuant to Board of Trustees Board Bylaw 9310, staff members regularly review Board of Trustees policies, administrative regulations, and exhibits to compare them against the latest sample material from CSBA to reflect new legislation. After comparison, appropriate updates, and revisions for Board Policies (BP) and/or Board Bylaws (BB) are presented for Board of Trustees consideration for appropriate action as recommended by staff. BP 5113 Absences and Excuses BP 5113.12 District School Attendance Review Board BP 5141.4 Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting A copy of the proposed Board Policies (BP) and/or Board Bylaws (BB) are attached as Public Content. File Attachments 2025-11-03 First Read BP 5113 Absences and Excuses.pdf (302 KB) 2025-11-03 First Read BP 5113.12 District School Attendance Review Board.pdf (313 KB) 2025-11-03 First Read BP 5141.4 Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting.pdf (310 KB) K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: INSTRUCTION DIVISION - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Subject 1. Report on the Kern High School District Community Schools Partnership Program Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: INSTRUCTION DIVISION - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Type Report Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees hear the report on the Kern High School District Community Schools Partnership Program for the 2025-2026 School Year. There will be a presentation to the Board of Trustees at this meeting. File Attachments Subject 2. PUBLIC HEARING on Sale or Disposal of Instructional Materials Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: INSTRUCTION DIVISION - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Type Public Hearing, Receive The Kern High School District's Instruction Division hereby notifies the public that there is a list of instructional materials, compiled from our various school sites, that will be up for sale or disposal. These instructional materials are outdated and/or damaged and are subject to replacement. In accordance with Board Policy 3270, a Public Notice was provided regarding the disposal of these materials. This item will be brought back as an action item at the December Board meeting. We will be open to Public Comments on this matter at the Board Meeting on December 8, 2025. File Attachments Sale or Disposal List November 2025.pdf (200 KB) Subject 3. Receive Basic Textbook Adoptions for the Second Semester of the 2025-2026 School Year Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: INSTRUCTION DIVISION - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Type Receive Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees receive the report from District Department Chairs for basic textbooks for the second semester of the 2025-2026 school year. The books on the attached list have been evaluated and selected by subject area teacher committees at the individual schools. approved by District Department Chairs, and are available for public inspection in the Office of Instruction. The Board will be asked to adopt the recommendations of the Department Chairs at the next Board Meeting. The textbook list is attached under Public Content. File Attachments Textbook Adoptions 2025-26 Semester 2.pdf (120 KB) Subject 4. Receipt of Courses of Study Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: INSTRUCTION DIVISION - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Type Receive Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees receive the Courses of Study on the attached list. These courses will be on file in the Office of Instruction for public inspection. They will be presented for approval at the next regular Board Meeting. The list of courses is attached as Public Content. File Attachments COS Receive November 3 2025.pdf (195 KB) L. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: EDUCATIONAL SERVICES AND INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS DIVISION - Scott Odlin, Assistant Superintendent Subject 1. No Agenda Items Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category L. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: EDUCATIONAL SERVICES AND INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS DIVISION - Scott Odlin, Assistant Superintendent Type File Attachments M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Subject 1. Annual Staffing Report Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Information, Report Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent of the Human Resources Division, will deliver a comprehensive PowerPoint presentation to the Board of Trustees with information regarding administrative and certificated staffing with the Kern High School District. File Attachments Subject 2. Approval of Resolution on Submission of Application for Provisional Internship Permit to California Department of Education for Certain Public Certificated Employees Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Action This application is required because the commission discontinued the issuance of multiple-subject, single-subject, and education specialist emergency permits and implemented provisional internship permits as of June 6, 2006. The office of Administrative Law approved the addition of Title 5, Section 80021.1, pertaining to provisional staff permits on June 4, 2005. This permit is available when the employing agency know that there will be a teacher vacancy yet is unable to recruit a suitable candidate. A copy of the Board Resolution Request Provisional Internship Permits and the Resolutions attached as Public Content. File Attachments PIPs 2025-2026.pdf (87 KB) PIP Resolution Form.pdf (164 KB) Subject 3. PUBLIC HEARING to Receive Input Regarding the Proposed Tentative Agreement Between the Kern High School District and the Kern High School Teachers Association (KHSTA) Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Public Hearing Recommendation: It is recommended the Board of Trustees hold a PUBLIC HEARING to receive input regarding the proposed tentative agreement between the Kern High School District and the Kern High School Teachers Association (KHSTA). Supporting Data: The Kern High School District and the Kern High School Teachers Association (KHSTA) have reached a tentative agreement. In accordance with AB1200 (Statutes of 1991, Chapter 1213) and Government Code Section 3547.5, the Disclosure of Collective Bargaining Agreement has been available for public view, and the public shall have an opportunity to express points of view regarding the tentative agreement at a public board meeting. The Disclosure of Collective Bargaining Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments KHSTA AB1200 2025-2027.pdf (293 KB) Subject 4. Ratification of the 2023-2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement between Kern High School District and Kern High School Teachers Association Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Action The proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement has been ratified by the union members of Kern High School Teachers Association and approved by the Kern High School District management negotiating team. A copy of the proposed 2023-2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement will be provided as late material. File Attachments N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - Kenneth Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Subject 1. Approval of Resolution Adopting Educational Specifications for Continuation High Schools for Long-range Facilities Master Plan (LRFMP) and Educational Specifications Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - Kenneth Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Type Action The proposed specifications prepared by Teter Inc. will serve as guidelines to establish a standard for guiding Kern High School District in planning Continuation High School facilities. An oral report will be presented by Kenneth Seals, Assistant Superintendent, Business. A copy of the Resolution is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Long Range Facilities Master Plan Ed Spec Resolution Continuation Campuses.pdf (923 KB) O. CONSENT AGENDA - Items Required by Law and/or Items in Accordance with the District's Administrative Code and/or Education Code Subject 1. Approval of Consent Agenda Items - The Board will be asked to consider and approve all the following items by a single vote, unless any member of the Board or staff asks that an item be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered and discussed separately. Each item on the Consent Agenda approved by the Board shall be deemed to have been considered in full and adopted as recommended. A Board member’s affirmative vote on the Consent Agenda is considered as a separate affirmative vote in favor of each item listed. Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category O. CONSENT AGENDA - Items Required by Law and/or Items in Accordance with the District's Administrative Code and/or Education Code Type Action (Consent) File Attachments P. Consent Agenda: Superintendent's Office Subject 1. No Agenda Items Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category P. Consent Agenda: Superintendent's Office Type File Attachments Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Subject 1. Approval of an Out of Area Trip Request - North High School Basketball Students - Honolulu, Hawaii Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve an Out of Area Trip Request for North High School Basketball Students and Chaperones to attend a Basketball Tournament in Honolulu, Hawaii from December 3-7, 2025. There will be 11 students traveling by airplane and chaperoned by Andrews Shearon, Ruben Hill, and Marjon Francisco. Funding Source: Athletic Boosters Copies of the Out of Area Trip Request, Itinerary, and Student Roster are attached as Public Content. File Attachments Request for Field Trip NHS - Hawaii.pdf (143 KB) Hawaii Itinerary.pdf (41 KB) NHS Boys Basketball Roster.pdf (88 KB) Subject 2. Approval of a Direct Admissions Partnership Agreement with California State University, Chancellor's Office and the Kern High School District Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Direct Admissions Partnership Agreement with California State University, Chancellor's Office and the Kern High School District for a Five (5) year period effective October 7, 2025 through June 30, 2030. Any party may terminate this Agreement with fifteen (15) days written notice to the other party. The purpose of the Agreement is to support the parties' shared goal of educational success for California students. This Agreement creates a process for targeted sharing of student data between the parties to support college matriculation for Kern High School District seniors who meet the CSU's A-G requirements and those that are not on track to meet A-G requirements and would benefit from the CSU Transfer Success Pathway program. The Agreement establishes a Direct Admissions partnership between the Educational Institutions. All Terms and conditions are listed in the Agreement. A copy of the Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Kern School District MOU COXSU-00012134 Executed.pdf (834 KB) Subject 3. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Regents of the University of California (UC ANR) and the Kern High School District Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Regents of the University of California (UC ANR) and the Kern High School District to provide the Juntos 4-H Program for up to six (6) Kern High School District sites. The Term of the contract is from November 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The Kern High School District will reimburse UC ANR for all the direct and indirect costs for the performance of work under the agreement in the fixed price amount not to exceed $34,000 for the 2025-2026 school year. Services will cover six (6) sites and one (1) field trip, in accordance with Exhibit A and Exhibit B - Budget. In addition, Kern High School District will provide meals for family engagement sessions at $1,875 per site, not to exceed $18,750.00. The Juntos 4-H program will help Latino youth and their families gain the knowledge and skills they need to bridge the gap between high school and higher education. The program's objectives are to increase family engagement that leads to students' educational success, and increase the sense of belonging among Latino students and families in their schools and communities. The program strives to increase Latino student success by improving student attendance and grades and achieving high school graduation. Lastly, increase the percentage of Latino students attending higher education Juntos Program Elements. All other terms and conditions are listed on the Agreement. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program (LCAP 4.051) A copy of the Agreement is attached as Public Content . File Attachments 25-26 Juntos signed.pdf (459 KB) Subject 4. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between The Boys and Girls Clubs of Kern County and Kern High School District/East Bakersfield High School Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve a Memorandum of Understanding Agreement between The Boys and Girls Clubs of Kern County (BGCKC) and Kern High School District/East Bakersfield High School. The purpose of this Agreement is to facilitate a school to career workshop, known as "Career Launch" and an enrichment/soft skills, explores career paths, promotes mentorship, and establishes Summer paid internships in a variety of local industries. The term of this Agreement shall be for October 21, 2025 through January 30, 2026. Life and Workforce Readiness/Internship Program The Boys and Girls Clubs of Kern County (BGCKC) will work with East Bakersfield High School, in the Kern High School District (KHSD), to implement the Career Launch program on their campus with 54 students. The program activities will follow the Career Launch curriculum with the following: Program dates October 21, 2025 - January 30, 2026, not including Internship Program. Facilitated by trained and vetted BGCKC staff approved by East Bakersfield High School principal and cleared through the District as volunteers. Two (2) days per week - 11 weeks, one (1) hour workshops in late afternoon or evening. Hours based on East Bakersfield High School availability and preference. 54 students over the age of 15 years. Students who graduate the program will have the opportunity to interview for a Summer paid internship with in a local vetted company. Paid interns will receive on-going training, mentoring, career exploration, enrichment activities as well as both a food handler certificate and first aid/CPR certification. A copy of the Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments MOU Boys & Girls of KC EBHS 2025-2026.pdf (104 KB) Subject 5. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding/Agreement with Kern High School District and California State University, Bakersfield Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve this Memorandum of Understanding/Agreement between Kern High School District and California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB) regarding the pre-admission program Runner Bound. The purpose of this Agreement is to establish a working relationship between the two parties and set forth the operative conditions which will govern the partnership. The Kern High School District and California State University, Bakersfield will form a partnership regarding the development and implementation of the pre-admission program Runner Bound designed to increase CSUB enrollment and college-going rates in Kern County and the San Joaquin Valley. The term of this Agreement shall begin November 5, 2025, and shall continue until June 30, 2026. A copy of the Memorandum of Understanding/Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments CSUB KHSD Runner Bound MOU.pdf (320 KB) Subject 6. ITEM DELETED -- Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Stay Focused Reach for Greatness and the Kern High School District to include various school sites Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) File Attachments MOU Stay FocusedReach fr_001.pdf (139 KB) Subject 7. ITEM DELETED -- Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Stay Focused Reach for Greatness and the Kern High School District/Mira Monte High School Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) File Attachments MOU Stay Focused.pdf (106 KB) Subject 8. Approval of a Subscription Agreement between Curriculum Associates LLC/Ellevation and the Kern High School District Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Subscription Agreement between Curriculum Associates LLC, and the Kern High School District for licenses for Ellevation Subscription Services from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. The subscription cost is $68,625.00, and the service cost is $10,000.00. This subscription provides access to Ellevation, a comprehensive data management and analytics platform designed to support Multilingual Learners (MLs). Ellevation enables school sites to: Monitor Academic Progress: Track the growth and achievement of current Multilingual learners, ensuring their progress aligns with state and district goals. Support Reclassified Students: Continue monitoring reclassified students to ensure sustained academic success, as required by the California Department of Education (CDE). Streamline Compliance: Simplify reporting for state and federal requirements related to English Learners, including documentation of reclassification criteria and progress toward English proficiency. Enhance Decision-Making: Provide administrators and educators with actionable insights to inform instructional planning and resource allocation tailored to the needs of Multilingual Learners. Promote Equity: Use the platform's tools to identify and address gaps in achievement, ensuring equitable outcomes for English learners. Provide In-Person Training: Two (2) in-person trainings provided: TBD Funding Source: Title III A copy of the Ellevation Terms and Condition of Use Agreement and Quote is attached as Public Content. File Attachments MOD QUOTE & TOU KHSD 10-8-25 Signed.pdf (351 KB) Subject 9. Approval of an Agreement between ALTA Language Services and Kern High School District/English Learners (EL) Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve an Agreement between ALTA Language Services and the Kern High School District/English Learners (EL) for the services from November 5, 2025 through May 31, 2026. The total cost of this Agreement is in the amount of $18,376.00. The ALTA language assessments will be used as an alternate assessment for seniors identified as an English Learner, Initial Fluent Proficient (IFEP) or Redesignated English Proficient (RFEP). This is for those students who have met all other requirements but still need to demonstrate proficiency and in order to earn the California State Seal of Biliteracy. Tentative languages the Kern High School District (KHSD) will be purchasing: Arabic, Cambodian, Farsi, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Korean, Pashto, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Samoan, Thai, Urdu, Vietnamese. To be eligible for the State Seal of Biliteracy the student must demonstrate: English Language Arts Requirements: 1. GPA Requirement: a. Complete all English language arts requirements with a minimum GPA of 3.0. b. College or university English courses taken in high school may count toward this requirement. 2. Assessment Options (select one): a. CAASPP: Pass the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) for grade 11, at or above the "standard met" level. b. AP Exam: Score 3 or higher on an AP English exam (Language and Composition, Literature, or Seminar). c. IB Exam: Score 4 or higher on an English IB exam. d. SAT: Achieve a score of 480 or higher on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section. Proficiency in Another Language: 1. Course Requirement: a. Successfully complete a four-year course of study in a world language with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate oral proficiency comparable to passing an AP or IB exam. b. World language courses from a college or university may also fulfill this requirement. 2. Assessment Options (select one): a. AP Exam: Score 3 or higher on a world language AP exam. b. IB Exam: Score 4 or higher on a world language IB exam. c. ACTFL Tests: Pass both the Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) and Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) with scores of intermediate mid or higher. d. District Assessment: Pass a district-approved language examination that assesses speaking, reading, and writing at the proficient level or higher. Additional Requirement for English Learners: Oral Language Score: Students classified as English learners must achieve an oral language composite score of level 4 or higher. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP 3.035) - Biliteracy Seal A copy of the Agreement, Addendum A and Addendum B are attached as Public Content, File Attachments Master Service Agreement -ALTA Language.pdf (765 KB) Addendum A - Language Testing Services.pdf (453 KB) Addendum B - Kern High School District - 10.22.25_Quote.pdf (202 KB) Subject 10. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between Garden Pathways and the Kern High School District/Arvin High School Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve a Short Term Consultant Agreement with Garden Pathways and the Kern High School District/Arvin High School. Garden Pathways, in collaboration with Stay Focused Reach 4 Greatness, will implement a Positive School Climate pilot project at Arvin High School that aims to create a positive, structured, and supportive environment for students at high risk of group conflicts, fights, or other forms of violence during lunch break on campus. The term of this Agreement is from November 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The cost of this agreement is $13,623.00. The initiative will also engage students in meaningful enrichment and relational activities designed to promote safety, positive social interactions, and personal growth. Garden Pathways staff will be present on Arvin High School campus twice weekly to connect with students, provide mentorship, and lead monthly enrichment experiences. Funding Source: California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP) A copy of the Short Term Consultant Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments STCA Garden Pathway AHS _001.pdf (387 KB) Subject 11. ITEM DELETED -- Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between Stay Focused Reach 4 Greatness and Kern High School District/Arvin High School Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) File Attachments Subject 12. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between Data Recognition Corporation for LAS Links and Kern High School District Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the Short Term Consultant Agreement between Data Recognition Corporation for LAS Links and Kern High School District from November 5, 2025, through May 31, 2026. The cost of this agreement is $65,645.00. The DRC Insight LAS Links language assessments will serve as an alternate Spanish assessment for seniors classified as English Learners (EL), Initial Fluent Proficient (IFEP), or Redesignated English Proficient (RFEP). This is for those students who have met all other requirements but sill need to demonstrate proficiency in order to earn the California State Seal of Biliteracy. To be eligible for the State Seal of Biliteracy the student must demonstrate: English Language Arts Requirements: 1. GPA Requirement: a. Complete all English language arts graduation requirements with a minimum GPA of 3.0. b. College or university English courses taken in high school may count toward this requirement. 2. Assessment Options (Select one): a. CAASPP: Pass the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) for grade 11 at or above the "standard met" level. b. AP Exam: Score 3 or higher on an AP English exam (Language and Composition, Literature, or Seminar). c. IB Exam: Score 4 or higher on an English IB exam. d. SAT: Achieve a score of 480 or higher on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section. Proficiency in Another Language: 1. Course Requirement: a. Successfully complete a four-year course of study in a world language with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate oral proficiency comparable to passing an AP or IB exam. b. World language courses from a college or university may also fulfill this requirement. 2. Assessment Options (Select one): a. AP Exam: Score 3 or higher on a world language AP exam. b. IB Exam: Score 4 or higher on a world language IB exam. c. ACTFL Tests: Pass both the Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) and Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) with scores of Intermediate mid or higher. d. District Assessment: Pass a district-approved language examination that assesses speaking, reading, and writing at the proficient level or higher. Additional Requirement for English Learners: Oral Language Score: Students classified as English learners must achieve an oral language composite score of level 4 or higher. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program (LCAP 3.035)-Biliteracy Seal A copy of the Short Term Consultant Agreement and the State Seal/Biliteracy Quote are attached as Public Content. File Attachments STCA DRC Insight _001.pdf (440 KB) Revised KERN HSD Q0017708 3.pdf (145 KB) Subject 13. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement with WRiTE BRAiN World (Meredith Scott Lynn) and the Kern High School District Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve a Short Term Consultant Agreement with WRiTE BRaiN (Meredith Scott Lynn) and the Kern High School District. Meredith will conduct workshops with Young Women Empowered for Leadership (YWEL), Project BEST, LISTOS, PRISM and PODER students commencing on November 1, 2025 and ending on June 30, 2025. Meredith Scott Lynn is a recognized, award-winning Actress, Producer, independent film director, who is also the founder and CEO of WRiTE BRAiN WORLD- in English language, arts literacy focused company with programs that elevate students, self expression and self-esteem, while simultaneously increasing academics. Meredith will provide interactive and inspirational experiences for students and educators alike in which writing, reading, critical thinking, speaking, presenting, connecting, creating, building happens simultaneously at all times. Students and educators make social emotional connections to each other, and to the content they are creating making Everything meaningful, enhancing agency and authentic voice. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program A copy of the Short Term Consultant Agreement is attached as Public Content File Attachments STCA WRITE BRAIN.pdf (542 KB) Subject 14. Approval of Courses of Study Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Courses of Study on the attached list. These courses have been on file in the Office of Instruction and available for public inspection since the last regular Board Meeting. Copies of the Courses of Study are provided as Public Content. File Attachments Courses of Study- Approve 11.3.25.pdf (410 KB) 43056 Agriculture Biology HP-CTE.pdf (701 KB) 66785 Event Production-CTE.pdf (624 KB) 66786 Advanced Event Production-CTE.pdf (599 KB) 78491 Intermediate Construction Welding-CTE.pdf (543 KB) 78492 Advanced Construction Welding-CTE.pdf (476 KB) 99680 Medical Assistant Back Office.pdf (1,413 KB) 99694 In-Home Support Services.pdf (1,184 KB) R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Subject 1. Approval of Affiliation Agreement between California Baptist University and Kern High School District Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Affiliation Agreement between California Baptist University "CBU" and Kern High School District. In order to facilitate clinical training experience opportunities, this Agreement is intended to govern the relationship between CBU and Kern High School District with respect to Counseling Psychology students from CBU involved in a clinical trainee experience arrangement with the Practicum Provider. Kern High School District provides clients, supervision, facilities, and instruction which help students acquire the skills and knowledge needed in their chosen field of study or occupation. A copy of the Affiliation Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Affiliation Agreement CBU.pdf (1,982 KB) Subject 2. Approval of Agreement between Fresno Pacific University and Kern High School District Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement between Fresno Pacific University and Kern High School District. The purpose of this agreement is to provide Fresno Pacific University students with an opportunity to complete a supervised practicum or internship experience within the pupil services program operating within the jurisdiction of the District. A copy of the Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments FPU Agreement.pdf (4,064 KB) Subject 3. Approval of the Individual Services Agreements between Valley Achievement Center and Kern High School District - Special Education Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Approval of the Individual Services Agreements for Nonpublic, Nonsectarian School Agency Services with Valley Achievement Center for the purpose of providing Special Education and related services to individual students with exceptional needs under authorization of Education Code Sections 56157 and 56365-56366.7. A copy of the Individual Services Agreements are attached as Public Content. File Attachments VAC ISA - Redacted.pdf (2,907 KB) Subject 4. Approval of the Community Classroom Training Agreement between Bakersfield Brazilian Jiu Itsu and Kern High School District Special Education/ABLE Program Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Approval of the Community Classroom Training Agreement to conduct classes offered by Kern High School District Special Education/ABLE Program within their designated vocational programs. Bakersfield Brazilian Jiu Itsu 4308 Resnik Ct. Bakersfield, CA 93313 Contact: Matt Baker, owner Effective: November 3, 2025 A copy of the Community Classroom Training Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments 25 -27 ABLE - CCTA Bakersfield Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.pdf (2,049 KB) Subject 5. Approval of the Dual Enrollment Course and Instructor Agreements for Spring 2026 between the Kern High School District and the Kern Community College District Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Approval of the Dual Enrollment Course and Instructor Agreements between the Kern High School District and the Kern Community College District for Spring 2026. A copy of the Dual Enrollment Course and Instructor Agreements, Master Schedule, Memorandum of Understanding, Resolution, Penal Code Section 627-627.10, and the Course of Record is attached as Public Content. File Attachments BC Course & Instructor Agreements_Redacted.pdf (5,438 KB) Cerro Coso Agreements_Redacted.pdf (1,271 KB) BC November 25 Schedule.pdf (103 KB) CC November 25 Schedule.pdf (78 KB) KHSD_MOU_DUAL ENROLLMENT_NON-CCAP_25 PERCENT_04032023-06302026.pdf (926 KB) KHSD Dual Enrollment Resolution-KCCD .pdf (51 KB) Penal Code Section 627-627.10.pdf (222 KB) Course Outline of Record.pdf (6,295 KB) Subject 6. Approval of the Community Classroom Training Agreements between Kern High School District Special Education/ABLE @ RCC and Multiple Facilities Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Approval of the Community Classroom Training Agreements to conduct classes offered by Kern High School District/ABLE @ RCC within their designated vocational programs. Child Life Learning Center 2515 Church Ave. Bakersfield, CA 93306 Contact: Erin Wilcox, Director Effective: November 3, 2025 Parkside Church 2515 Church Ave. Bakersfield, CA 93306 Contact: Taylor Rogue, Pastor Effective: November 3, 2025 CVS Pharmacy y más 2690 Mount Vernon Ave. Bakersfield, CA 93306 Contact: Maria Enriquez Effective: November 3, 2025 A copy of the Community Classroom Training Agreements are attached as Public Content. File Attachments 25-27 ABLE - RCC - CCTA'S.pdf (1,043 KB) Subject 7. Authorization to Enter into Community Classroom Training Agreements between the Kern High School District/Career Technical Education Center and Multiple Facilities Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Community Classroom Training Agreements between the Kern High School District/Career Technical Education Center and Multiple Facilities. The proposed agreements will provide on-the-job training for students at the Career Technical Education Center. FACILITIES Careers in Education Arvin Union School District Fruitvale School District Greenfield Union School District Norris School District Rosedale Union School District Shirley Lane Elementary Valley Achievement Center Logistics and Distribution Public Auction Bakersfield dba Bakersfield Hometown Auction A copy of the Community Classroom Training Agreements are attached as Public Content. File Attachments Community Classroom Training Agreements - CTEC (2).pdf (1,962 KB) Subject 8. Authorization to Enter into a License Agreement between Liminex, Inc. dba GoGuardian and Pear Deck Learning and the Kern High School District Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the License Agreement between Liminex, Inc. dba GoGuardian and Pear Deck Learning and the Kern High School District. GoGuardian provides a suite of tools that promote student digital citizenship by enabling classroom management and activity monitoring to support safe and effective digital learning environments. A copy of the License Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments GoGuardian_3yr_YoY_-_.pdf (383 KB) Subject 9. Authorization to Enter into an Agreement for Services between Key2Ed, Inc. and Kern High School District/Special Education Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement between Key2Ed, Inc. and Kern High School District/Special Education. The proposed agreement will provide professional staff development by providing two separate workshops entitled "3 Hour Empathetic Practices through Meaningful Conversations." The on-site training workshops are scheduled for February 18, 2026. A copy of the Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Key2ED 25-26 - Empathetic Practies through Meaningful Conversations.pdf (517 KB) S. Consent Agenda: Human Resources Division Subject 1. Approval of Side Letter Agreement between California School Employees Association, Chapter 747 Transportation and the Kern High School District Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category S. Consent Agenda: Human Resources Division Type Action (Consent) As the union members and Kern High School District have a valid MOU in place covering July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025, this side letter is being written to address the need to comply with the California Public Employee's Retirement Law (PERL) as it relates to the reporting of Shift Differential Pay to CalPERS. File Attachments MOU Side letter Shift Differential 747.pdf (81 KB) Subject 2. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Kern High School District and the Management and Confidential Employees (MAC) Meeting Nov 3, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category S. Consent Agenda: Human Resources Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Kern High School District and the Management and Confidential Employees (MAC), to add a new work classification and establish its salary. The salary range for Public Information Officer will be placed at Level 18 on the Confidential Salary Schedule. A copy of the Memorandum of Understanding and the Job Description are attached as Public Content. File Attachments MOU Public Information Officer.pdf (193 KB) PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER 2025.pdf (213 KB) Subject