October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON)

2 Tuesday, October 28, 2025 October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) The Board of Education and the Public will attend the Board meeting In-Person LOCATION: SUSD, Arthur Coleman Jr. Administrative Complex / Room: Board Room 56 S. Lincoln Street Stockton, CA. 95203 TIME: 4:00 p.m. - CLOSED SESSION TIME: 5:45 p.m. - PUBLIC OPEN SESSION ============================================== YouTube Channels for Live Streaming:  English - https://www.youtube.com/@susdenglishboardmeeting  Spanish - https://www.youtube.com/@susdspanishboardmeeting =================================================== PUBLIC COMMENTS - [1] Individual speakers shall be allowed three minutes to address the Board on agenda items. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. With Board consent, the president may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation, depending on the topic and the number of persons wishing to be heard. The president may take a poll of speakers for or against a particular issue and may ask that additional persons speak only if they have something new to add. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Stockton Unified School District is committed to ensuring that all meetings are accessible regardless of an individual’s ability or access method. Individuals who require special accommodation, including but not limited to an American Sign Language interpreter, translation services, accessible seating or documentation in accessible formats, should contact the Stockton Unified School District, Superintendents Office at (209) 933-7070 at least three days before the meeting date. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Subject 1.1 Call Meeting to Order at 4:00 p.m. - Board Meeting Protocols The safety and decorum of the School Board Meetings are important to Stockton Unified School District and the community. SUSD promotes the publics right to free speech and we want to make sure that all community members, parents, and students are able to participate in a safe environment. Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Procedural In order to help assure compliance with the Brown Act, and in order to make our Board Meetings more effective and more efficient, trustees will speak only when recognized, and trustees who speak on a topic other than the Agenda Item currently under consideration will be out of order. Board Meeting Protocols The safety and decorum of the School Board Meetings are important to Stockton Unified School District and the community. SUSD promotes the publics right to free speech and we want to make sure that all community members, parents, and students are able to participate in a safe environment. We want to ensure all community members have a seat during the Board meeting. We will have the maximum number of chairs allowed per fire code (132). We ask that members of the public do not stand along the side of walls or block the walkway. Anyone standing up during the meeting, will be asked to take a seat; if they do not comply, they will be asked to leave. Any accredited news media representative who is standing will have a press credential clearly visible. The podium is positioned in front of the first row of chairs. No one other than the person who is speaking may be at the podium except for a guardian, administrator, or translator. For safety, people may not line up behind the speaker to wait their turn. We want to give the person at the podium the time and respect they deserve. Each speaker will be allowed three minutes. Attendees are not allowed to enter the area past the podium where Board members are sitting. No profanity or obscenity. During the Board meeting, if there is a disruption, the Board President or designee will give a verbal warning to the person or persons causing the disruption. If the disruption continues after the verbal warning, the individual(s) will be asked to leave or be removed from the premises for the remainder of the Board meeting. After the meeting is concluded, we ask the community to clear the lobby area in a respectful manner. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Roll Call Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Procedural Roll Call File Attachments Subject 1.3 (I): Student Board Representative Report by Miss. Keana LeBeau, Stagg High School 12th Grade and Mr. Jackson C. Brooks, Pacific Law Academy, 12th Grade Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Information, Procedural (I): Student Board Representative Report by Miss. Keana LeBeau, Stagg High School 12th Grade and Mr. Jackson C. Brooks, Pacific Law Academy, 12th Grade File Attachments Subject 1.4 (I): Student Honoree - Miss. Julyssa Castro, J. Frederick - Mr. Kevin Oki, Principal Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Information, Procedural (I): Student Honoree - Miss. Julyssa Castro, J. Frederick - Mr. Kevin Oki, Principal File Attachments Subject 1.5 Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session Agenda Items in Section 1 and Closed Session Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Action, Procedural Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session Agenda Items in Section 1 and Closed Session . [1] “ Individual speakers shall be allowed three minutes to address the Board. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. With Board consent, the president may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation, depending on the topic and the number of persons wishing to be heard. The president may take a poll of speakers for or against a particular issue and may ask that additional persons speak only if they have something new to add.” File Attachments Subject 1.6 Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal-Release [Only if an Employee Requests that Complaints or Charges be Heard in Open Session, Rather Than In Closed Session, Pursuant to the Brown Act, Government Code §54957(b)(2)] Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Discussion Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal-Release [Only if an Employee Requests that Complaints or Charges be Heard in Open Session, Rather Than In Closed Session, Pursuant to the Brown Act, Government Code §54957(b)(2)] File Attachments Subject 1.7 Announcement: Board will consider in Closed session items listed on the Closed Session agenda. Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Procedural Announcement: Board will consider in Closed session items listed on the Closed Session agenda. File Attachments Subject 1.8 Recess to Closed Session Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Procedural Recessed to Closed Session Verbal Announcement : The Board will now recess to Closed Session. Upon return from Closed Session, all microphones will remain muted until the Board President Reconvenes to Open Session. File Attachments 2. CLOSED SESSION Subject 2.1 (A): Public Employee Appointment - Certificated (Government Code Section §54957) Resignation, Appointment Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action Public Employee Appointment - Certificated (Government Code §54957) Resignation (Teacher, Elementary; Teacher, Secondary; Certificated Substitute) Appointment (Certificated Substitute; Teacher, Elementary; Teacher, Special Ed; Coordinator, Professional Development) File Attachments Subject 2.2 (A): Public Employee Appointment - Classified (Government Code Section 54957) Leave of Absence, Resignation, Retirement, Rescind Employment Offer, Appointment, Closed Positions Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action Public Employee Appointment - Classified (Government Code §54957) Leave of Absence (Special Education Assistant- Learning Communicatively Handicapped) Resignation (Parent Involvement Specialist, School Bus Driver, Special Education Assistant-Learning Communicatively Handicapped, Noon Duty Assistant, Preschool Assistant,) Retirement (Special Education Assistant-Severely Mentally Handicapped, Noon Duty Assistant, Equipment Service Worker) Rescind Employment Offer (Library Media Assistant, Special Education Development Assistant, Electrician, Special Education Assistant-Learning Communicatively Handicapped, Special Education Assistant-Severely Mentally Handicapped, Noon Duty Assistant) Appointment, Regular Employee (Senior Office Assistant, Special Education Assistant-Severely Mentally Handicapped, Parent Liaison, Custodian, ELOP & Day Time Sports Paraprofessional, Bilingual Assistant, Noon Duty Assistant, Physical Therapist, Software Support Data Tech, Speech Language Pathology Assistant, Food Service Assistant 3, Translator/Interpreter Specialist, Substitutes, Coaches) Appointment, Administrative (Manager Mechanical Division, Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) District Coordinator) Closed Positions (1-Special Education Assistant-Learning Communicatively Handicapped, 1-Special Education Assistant-Severely Mentally Handicapped one on one, 1-Special Education Assistant-Severely Mentally Handicapped, 1-Expended Learning Site Program Facilitator) File Attachments Subject 2.3 (A): Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action File Attachments Subject 2.4 (A): Conference with Legal Counsel, Anticipated Litigation. Significant Exposure to Litigation under sub-sections “d-2” and “e-3” of Government Code Section 54956.9: on Three Claims; Claim #661633, Claim #660556, and Claim #662242 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action (A): Conference with Legal Counsel, Anticipated Litigation. Significant Exposure to Litigation under sub-sections “d-2” and “e-3” of Government Code Section 54956.9: on Three Claims; Claim #661633, Claim #660556, and Claim #662242 File Attachments Subject 2.5 (A): Student Expulsion: C-3 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action Case #C-3 File Attachments Subject 2.6 (A): Student Expulsion: C-5 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action Case #C-5 File Attachments Subject 2.7 (A): Student Expulsion: CC-3 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action Case #CC-3 File Attachments Subject 2.8 (A): Student Expulsion: CC-4 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action Case #CC-4 File Attachments 3. OPEN SESSION Subject 3.1 Reconvene to Public Session at 5:45 p.m. Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 3. OPEN SESSION Type Procedural Reconvene to Public Session In order to help assure compliance with the Brown Act, and in order to make our Board Meetings more effective and more efficient, trustees will speak only when recognized, and trustees who speak on a topic other than the Agenda Item currently under consideration will be out of order. Board Meeting Protocols The safety and decorum of the School Board Meetings are important to Stockton Unified School District and the community. SUSD promotes the publics right to free speech and we want to make sure that all community members, parents, and students are able to participate in a safe environment. We want to ensure all community members have a seat during the Board meeting. We will have the maximum number of chairs allowed per fire code (132). We ask that members of the public do not stand along the side of walls or block the walkway. Anyone standing up during the meeting, will be asked to take a seat; if they do not comply, they will be asked to leave. Any accredited news media representative who is standing will have a press credential clearly visible. The podium is positioned in front of the first row of chairs. No one other than the person who is speaking may be at the podium except for a guardian, administrator, or translator. For safety, people may not line up behind the speaker to wait their turn. We want to give the person at the podium the time and respect they deserve. Each speaker will be allowed three minutes. Attendees are not allowed to enter the area past the podium where Board members are sitting. No profanity or obscenity. During the Board meeting, if there is a disruption, the Board President or designee will give a verbal warning to the person or persons causing the disruption. If the disruption continues after the verbal warning, the individual(s) will be asked to leave or be removed from the premises for the remainder of the Board meeting. After the meeting is concluded, we ask the community to clear the lobby area in a respectful manner. File Attachments 4. ORGANIZATION Subject 4.1 Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag - Led by Stagg Students: New Filipino American Student Association Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 4. ORGANIZATION Type Procedural Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag - Led by Stagg Students: New Filipino American Student Association File Attachments Subject 4.2 Announcement of Action Taken in Closed Session, if any Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 4. ORGANIZATION Type Procedural Announcement of Action Taken in Closed Session, if any File Attachments Subject 4.3 (A): Approval of Order of Agenda - (Any changes in the order of the agenda should be presented at this time.) Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 4. ORGANIZATION Type Action Approval to Make Any Revisions to the Order of the Agenda. Oral Announcement: This is the opportunity for the Board of Trustees to make any changes to the order of the agenda. Otherwise, the order of the agenda will be as published. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the Order of the Agenda. Vice President Colon Motioned to add the Actionable Closed Session Student Expulsion cases to Public Session in the following Item numbers: Item 15.4: Student Expulsion Case C-3 Item 15.5: Student Expulsion Case C-5 Item 15.6: Student Expulsion Case CC-3 Item 15.7: Student Expulsion Case CC-4 Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Shauna Priest. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez 5. Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session and Non-Agenda Items Subject 5.1 Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session Agenda Items Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 5. Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session and Non-Agenda Items Type Procedural Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session Agenda Items. [1] “ Individual speakers shall be allowed three minutes to address the Board. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. With Board consent, the president may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation, depending on the topic and the number of persons wishing to be heard. The president may take a poll of speakers for or against a particular issue and may ask that additional persons speak only if they have something new to add.” File Attachments Subject 5.2 Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Non-Agenda Items Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 5. Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session and Non-Agenda Items Type Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Non-Agenda Items. [1] “Individual speakers shall be allowed three minutes to address the Board on non-agenda item. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. With Board consent, the president may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation, depending on the topic and the number of persons wishing to be heard. The president may take a poll of speakers for or against a particular issue and may ask that additional persons speak only if they have something new to add.” File Attachments 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Subject 6.1 (A): Approval of Consent Items *C/A (Subject to Items Being Removed by Individual Trustees for Separate Consideration as Action Items.) Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action, Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) Approval of Consent Items *C/A (Subject to Items Being Removed by Individual Trustees for Separate Consideration as Action Items.) Oral Announcement: Does any trustee have any item they would like removed for separate consideration as an action item? After any items are removed for seperate consideration, there will be a vote on the consent items without any discussion. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.2 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 100 Second Grade Students from Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School to Visit Hilmar Cheese Company in Hilmar, CA on Friday, November 7, 2025 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the field trip for (100) second grade students from Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School to visit Hilmar Cheese Company in Hilmar, CA on Friday, November 7, 2025. INTRODUCTION One hundred (100) 2nd grade students from Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School to visit Hilmar Cheese Company in Hilmar, CA on Friday, November 7, 2025 to participate in learning the scientific process of cheese and ice cream making. Hilmar Cheese Company 9001 Lander Avenue Hilmar, CA 95324 209-656-1167 tours@hilmarcheese.com Nonprofit Agency: YES: NO: X ANALYSIS Students will write informative information on how to make ice cream using facts and details learned during visit. This trip supports the science curriculum learned in the classroom. Date of Service Friday, November 7, 2025 Recipient of Service (100) Second Grade King Students Location of Service Hilmar Cheese Company, Hilmar, CA Cost Not to exceed $4,000 Funding Source Title 1 Prepared by: Connie M. Fabian, Principal, Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Hilmar Cheese Nov 25 FT Packet_.pdf (3,697 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.3 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 20 Varsity Soccer Players from Edison High School and Three Chaperones to Stay Overnight for their Tournament at Stevenson School in Pebble Beach from December 5-6, 2025 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve (20) varsity soccer players from Edison High School and (3) chaperones to stay overnight for their tournament at Stevenson School in Pebble Beach from December 5-6, 2025. INTRODUCTION Participation in an overnight trip has been a tradition for the varsity soccer team as a relationship and team building extended learning experience. The chaperones will be the varsity soccer coaching staff which includes two certificated advisors and one other SUSD employee. Stevenson School 3152 Forest Lake Road Pebble Beach, CA 93953 831-625-8300 Nonprofit Agency: YES: X NO: ANALYSIS The 20 Varsity Football Players and three Coaches from Edison will pay for their hotel and food out of their ASB account that they have been fundraising for. The Edison Athletic Department will cover the cost of the Enterprise rental vans. There is no additional cost to Stockton Unified School District. Students will not attend school on Friday, December 5, but will have mandatory study hall two times during the trip. Date of Service December 5-6, 2025 Recipient of Service (20) Varsity Soccer Players from Edison High School and (3) Chaperones Location of Service Stevenson School; Pebble Beach, CA Cost $2,500 for hotel rooms and food to be covered by the Edison Soccer Club. $1,500 for rental vans will be covered by the Edison Athletic Department. Funding Source ASB Soccer Account (Hotel & Food). The Edison Athletic Department (Rental Vans). Prepared by: Richard Lynch, Athletic Director, Edison HS Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.4 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 10 Band Students from Pacific Law Academy to Participate in the "Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade" from December 4-7, 2025 in Palm Springs, California Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the Field Trip for (10) band students from Pacific Law Academy to participate in the "Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade", from December 4-7, 2025 in Palm Springs, California. INTRODUCTION Pacific Law Academy will be representing SUSD and AA Stagg High School in the "Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade". They will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge of jobs and careers in the entertainment field by attending Universal Studios and Universal City Walk. ANALYSIS Pacific Law Academy will join the AA Stagg Royal Marching Brigade and Color Guard to have the opportunity to illustrate to an anticipated 80,000 plus attendees as well as the local NBC Television audience that our SUSD Music programs are dedicated to developing premier bands. During this field trip, students will visit Universal Studios and Universal City Walk to learn more about professional careers in the entertainment world as well as possible job opportunities while in college or training for a future music career. A Classified Band Assist, Certificated Teachers, as well as SUSD approved parents will serve as chaperones. Date of Service December 4-7, 2025 Recipient of Service (10) Pacific Law Academy Charter High School Band Students joining AA Stagg High School Band Location of Service Palm Springs, California December 4, 2025 Travel to Hotel (TBD) December 5, 2025 Universal Studios Hollywood, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California 91608 December 6, 2025 Palm Springs Parade, Ramon Road, Palm Springs, California 92264 December 7, 2025 Pacific Law Academy Charter High School, 1621 Brookside Road, Stockton, California 95207 Cost Not to exceed $4,200 Funding Source Arts & Music Instructional Prepared by: Joseph D. Martinez, Principal, Pacific Law Academy Charter High School Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.5 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 15 Varsity Basketball Players from Edison High School and Three Chaperones to Attend a Tournament at Liberty High School in Brentwood, CA on December 11, 12 & 13, 2025 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the field trip for (15) Varsity Basketball Players from Edison High School and (3) Chaperones for a tournament at Liberty High School in Brentwood, CA on December 11, 12 & 13, 2025. INTRODUCTION Participation in basketball tournaments is a long-standing high school tradition. Playing at Liberty HS requires the teams to travel over a bridge to get to their opponent. Liberty High School 850 2nd Street Brentwood, CA 94513 925-634-3521 Nonprofit Agency: YES: X NO: ANALYSIS The (15) student athletes and three chaperones will have their transportation and entry fee covered by the site athletic budget. Students will miss no class time. Date of Service December 11-13, 2025 Recipient of Service (15) Varsity Boys Basketball Team Payers and (3) Chaperones Location of Service Liberty High School, Brentwood, CA Cost Not to exceed $1,500 Funding Source Edison Athletics General Fund Prepared by: Richard Lynch, Athletic Director, Edison High School Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.6 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 15 JV Girls Basketball Players and Two Coaches from Edison High School to Attend a Tournament at Will C. Wood High School in Antioch, CA on December 4 - 6, 2025 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve of (15) JV girls basketball players and (2) coaches from Edison High School to attend a tournament at Will C Wood High School in Antioch, CA on December 4 - 6, 2025. INTRODUCTION Participation in basketball tournaments is a long-standing high school tradition. This tournament will take place from December 4th through December 6th, 2025. Will C Wood High School 998 Marshall Road Antioch, CA 95687 Phone # 707-453-6900 Nonprofit Agency: YES: X NO: ANALYSIS The 15 student athletes and 2 coaches will have their transportation and entry fee covered by the site athletic budget. Students will miss no class time. Playing at Will C Wood HS requires the teams to travel over a bridge to get to their opponent. Date of Service December 4-6, 2025 Recipient of Service (15) JV Girls Basketball Players and (2) Coaches from Edison High School Location of Service Will C Wood HS, Antioch, CA Cost Not to exceed $1,500 Funding Source Edison Athletics General Fund Prepared by: Richard Lynch, Athletic Director, Edison High School Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.7 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 30 AVID Students from Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School to Attend a College Campus Tour at UC Merced, in Merced, CA on Friday, December 5, 2025 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the field trip for (30) middle school AVID students from Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School to attend a college campus tour at UC Merced, in Merced, CA on Friday, December 5, 2025. INTRODUCTION Thirty middle school age AVID student from Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School to visit University of California Merced on Friday, December 5, 2025 for a campus tour. University of California, Merced 5200 N. Lake Road Merced, CA 95343 Ph #: 209-201-5601 Email: tours@ucmerced.edu Nonprofit Agency: YES: NO: X ANALYSIS Students will tour the college campus and learn about academics, research opportunities, student life, housing, and the unique aspects of the campus and the surrounding town from current student guides. Date of Service Friday, December 5, 2025 Recipient of Service 30 Middle School AVID students from Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School Location of Service University of California, Merced Merced, CA Cost Not to exceed $4,000 Funding Source Title 1 Prepared by: Connie M. Fabian, Principal, Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments UC Merced Dec 5 FT packet_.pdf (1,921 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.8 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 30 AVID Students from Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School to Attend a College Campus Tour at UC Davis, Friday, November 7, 2025 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the field trip for (30) middle school AVID students from Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School to attend a college campus tour at UC Davis, on Friday, November 7, 2025. INTRODUCTION Thirty 30 middle school age AVID student from Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School to visit University of California Davis on Friday, November 7, 2025 for a campus tour. University of California, Davis One Shields Avenue Davis, CA 95616 530-752-0567 sisolis@ucdavis.edu Nonprofit Agency: YES: NO: X ANALYSIS Students will tour the college campus and learn about academics, research opportunities, student life, housing, and the unique aspects of the campus and the surrounding town from current student guides. Date of Service Friday, November 7, 2025 Recipient of Service Thirty (30) Middle School AVID students from King Elementary Location of Service University of California, Davis, CA Cost Not to exceed $4,000 Funding Source Title 1 Prepared by: Connie M. Fabian, Principal, Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments UC Davis tour Nov 25 info.pdf (268 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.9 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 45 Stagg Seniors to Visit and Tour the UC Santa Cruz Campus on November 18, 2025 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board Approve of a Field Trip for (45) Stagg Seniors to visit and tour the UC Santa Cruz Campus on November 18, 2025. INTRODUCTION AVID 12 students and select seniors will journey to UC Santa Cruz for a 90-minute tour of campus, engage with their student tour guide, and ask relevant questions throughout. UC Santa Cruz 1156 High St. Santa Cruz, CA 95064 ANALYSIS The field trips will provide excellent experience for our Stagg students to broaden their horizons both academically and professionally. Students will have the opportunity to experience college life and be better prepared for making decisions for their post high school lives. Date of Service November 18, 2025 Recipient of Service AVID Stagg Students and Stagg Seniors Location of Service UC Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Cost Not to exceed $3,000 Funding Source Title 1 Prepared by: Brett Toliver, Principal, Stagg High School Reviewed by: Brian Biedermann, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.10 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 35 Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade Van Buren Students to Attend a Campus Tour of UC Merced in Merced, California on December 10, 2025 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the field trip for 35 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Van Buren students to attend a campus tour of UC Merced in Merced, California on December 10, 2025. INTRODUCTION The mission of the AVID Program is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success and global society. As part of an AVID certified school students should be exposed to a college atmosphere through campus tours. They will be able to explore the campus and see what college life can be like and understand that college is an option for them. UC Merced 5200 Lake Rd. Merced, CA 95343 209-228-4400 Nonprofit Agency: YES: NO: X ANALYSIS Exposing AVID students to authentic college life is critical for two core reasons: demystification and practical skill validation. For many diverse and first-generation scholars, higher education remains and abstract goal. Campus immersion transforms this concept into a tangible, achievable reality. Crucially, this unique opportunity allows students to observe directly how the AVID WICOR skills they practice, are applied in a real academic setting of higher education. This firsthand exposure bridges the gap between theoretical preparation and concrete next steps for making college a reality for our students. Date of Service December 10, 2025 Recipient of Service (35) 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Van Buren Students Location of Service UC Merced Campus Merced, CA Brief Description of Services to be Provided Students will get a guided tour of the campus and all the amenities it offers. Cost Not to exceed $2,800 - Transportation Funding Source Title 1, Goal 1.1.2, College Readiness Prepared by: Isabel Arellano, Principal, Van Buren Elementary School Reviewed by: Tamara Pronoitis, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.11 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 85 Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Grade Students from Wilson Elementary School to Visit the California State Railroad Museum in Sacramento, California on January 15, 2026 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the field trip for (85) fourth, fifth and sixth Grade Students from Wilson Elementary School to visit the California State Railroad Museum in Sacramento, California on January 15, 2026. INTRODUCTION The California State Railroad Museum is a museum in the state park system interpreting the role of the "iron horse" in connecting the Golden State to the rest of the nation. The California State Railroad Museum 125 I St. Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone #: (916) 323-9280 ANALYSIS Students will be able to experience the museum displaying the rich California's railroad history connecting the exhibits to the California Gold Rush and its transcontinental links. Date of Service January 15, 2026 Recipient of Service (85) Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Grade Wilson Elementary School Students Location of Service The California State Railroad Museum Sacramento, CA Amount of Contract Not to exceed $3,000 Non-District Transportation Funding Source Equity Multiplier Grant Prepared by: Juanita Valenzuela, Principal, Wilson Elementary School Reviewed by: Tamara Pronoitis, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.12 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 174 Students from Hamilton Elementary and Six Chaperones to Visit the Stockton Symphony at San Joaquin Delta College on Tuesday, January 27th, 2026 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the field trip for (174) students from Hamilton Elementary and (6) chaperones to visit the Stockton Symphony at San Joaquin Delta College on Tuesday, January 27th, 2026. INTRODUCTION One hundred seventy-four students and six chaperones from Hamilton Elementary will use the field trip as an opportunity to explore creative ways to tie Common Core standards to music. Warren Atherton Auditorium San Joaquin Delta College 5151 Pacific Ave. Stockton, CA 95207 Ph #: (209) 954-5151 Nonprofit Agency: YES: X NO: ANALYSIS The Connection at the Symphony program integrates Common Core subjects with music, using pieces tied to areas like geography, math, science, sports, and art. It offers students an engaging, interdisciplinary learning experience. Date of Service Tuesday, January 27, 2025 Recipient of Service 174 Students and six Chaperones Location of Service Stockton Symphony at 5151 Pacific Ave. Stockton, CA 95207 Cost: Not to exceed $3,300 Funding Source AMS Prop 28 Prepared by: Dr. Navdeep Sandhu, Principal, Hamilton Elementary School Reviewed by: Tamara Pronoitis, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Stockton Symphony Quote.pdf (91 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.13 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 30 Students from Health Careers Academy HOSA-Future Health Professionals Members and Two Chaperones to Participate in the Area Leadership Conference on November 14, 2025 at the Great Wolf Lodge Conference Center in Manteca, CA Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve of a field trip for Health Careers Academy HOSA-Future Health professionals members to participate in the Area Leadership Conference on November 14, 2025 at the Great Wolf Lodge Conference Center in Manteca, CA. INTRODUCTION HOSA is an international student organization recognized by the U.S Department of Education and the Health Science Education (HSE) Division of ACTE. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the healthcare industry and to enhance the delivery of quality healthcare to all people. HOSA's goal is to encourage all health science instructors and students to join and be actively involved in the HSE-HOSA partnership. HOSA provides a unique program of leadership development, motivation and recognition exclusively for secondary, postsecondary, adult and collegiate students enrolled in health science education and biomedical science programs or have interest in pursuing careers in health professions. HOSA is 100% healthcare. Great Wolf Lodge Conference Center 2500 Daniels St. Manteca, CA 95337 Nonprofit Agency: YES: X NO: ANALYSIS At the HOSA Area Conference Health Career Academy students will be competing in a variety of health career and technical events. This will also be an opportunity to meet students with similar goals and create relationships with other HOSA members from different schools. Date of Service November 14, 2025 Recipient of Service 30 Health Careers Academy Students and Two Chaperones Location of Service Great Wolf Lodge Conference Center, Manteca, CA Cost Not to exceed $3,500 Funding Source CTE Prepared by: Aaron Mata, Principal, Health Careers Academy Reviewed by: Tamara Pronoitis, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.14 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 50 Students from Edison High School to Participate in the Disneyland Imagination Campus Performing Arts Workshops in Anaheim, California from March 9-13, 2026 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve a field trip for fifty (50) students from Edison High School to participate in the Disneyland Imagination Campus Performing Arts workshops in Anaheim, California from March 9-13, 2026. INTRODUCTION The mission of the Theatre Program at Edison High School is to promote discipline, creativity, and collaboration through the performing arts. Exposure to professional-level training and performance opportunities is essential to student growth, deepening their understanding of teamwork, artistic process, and career pathways in entertainment. The Disneyland Imagination Campus provides hands-on performing arts workshops that emphasize creativity, leadership, and professional standards within the context of one of the world’s most recognized entertainment institutions. Disneyland Resort - Disney Imagination Campus Workshops 1313 Disneyland Drive Anaheim, CA 92802 ANALYSIS This field trip provides a transformative opportunity for Edison’s Theatre students to experience world-class instruction and mentorship directly connected to the performing arts industry. By engaging in workshops led by Disney teaching artists, students will enhance their understanding of communication, collaboration, and performance artistry in a professional environment. The trip also fosters social-emotional growth, independence, and leadership through travel, group living, and reflection. We will be traveling with no fewer than 6 adult chaperones, ensuring student to staff ratio of 10:1. Date of Field Trip March 9-13, 2026 Recipient of Service 50 Edison High School Students and Six Chaperones Location Anaheim, CA Cost Not to exceed $65,000 Funding Source Prop 28 Prepared by: Dr. Justin Gann, Principal, Edison High School Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Tentative Disney Schedule.pdf (31 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.15 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for up to 1,400 Edison High School Students and Family Members to Attend a Stockton Kings Game at the Adventist Health Arena in Stockton, California on Thursday February 12, 2026 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve a field trip for up 1,400 Edison High School students and family members to attend a Stockton Kings Game at the Adventist Health Arena in Stockton, California on Thursday February 12, 2026. INTRODUCTION The Edison PBIS Team will be forming a partnership with the Stockton Kings to celebrate students that have met our PBIS metrics. To incentivize school wide expectation that promote post secondary success, we measure the below metrics: Grade Expectations (grade of C or letter grade improvement) , Attendance Expectations (80% attendance for 2nd semester), Behavior Expectations (no detentions and no suspensions). We want our students to know that their hard work and commitment to having good grades, attendance, and good behavior is part of being an E House Soul Vike and deserves to be rewarded. Adventist Health Arena 248 W Fremont St. Stockton, CA 95203 ANALYSIS The Edison High and Stockton Kings partnership will be the celebration of the year. Students who have met the requirements set by our three metrics will be able to attend the Stockton Kings Game on February 12, 2026. Students will be able to bring three family members to the game. Opening up the activity to family members helps promotes community engagement, quality family time and allows interaction with staff members, creating bonds outside of the classroom and school setting. Together, EHS and the Stockton Kings will organize the event to reflect SUSD's values of Rising Stronger Together. Date of Service February 12, 2026 Recipient of Service 1,400 Edison Students and Family Members Location of Service Adventist Health Arena Stockton, CA Cost Not to exceed $35,000 Funding Source Title One (SPSA 2.1.5 PBIS) Prepared by: Dr. Justin Gann, Principal, Edison High School Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.16 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 30 Students and Three Teachers from Cesar Chavez High School to Attend HBCU College Tour in Atlanta, GA; Tuskegee, AL; and Montgomery, AL on March 16-19, 2026 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the overnight field trip for (30) students and (3) teachers from Cesar Chavez High School to attend HBCU College Tour in Atlanta, Ga: Tuskegee, AL; and Montgomery, AL on March 16-19,2026. INTRODUCTION The Black Student Union (BSU) at Cesar Chavez High School is a student-led organization dedicated to empowering black youth through cultural affirmation, academic motivation, and leadership development. Many of the students involved and BSU come from underrepresented and economically disadvantaged backgrounds. To bridge this opportunity gap the BSU is proposing participation in the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) college Tour. This tour will provide students with a cultural affirming and academically inspiring experience allowing them to walk the campus of Institutions built on the legacy of Black experience, resilience, and achievement. For students who rarely see themselves reflected in higher education spaces, this tour is a critical step toward building college confidence, expanding post- secondary aspirations, and reinforcing the belief that they, too, belong in institutions of higher learning. The BSU views this experience not only as a college exploration, but as a right of passage and a transformational moment in each student's academic journey. ANALYSIS This tour aligns directly with our districts Equity goal by affirming the unique cultural and educational needs of black students. research consistently shows that representation and sense of belonging are critical to college persistence and success. by visiting HBCU campuses, engaging with faculty and students, and learning about the academic programs, cultural traditions, and professional networks these institutions offer, our students will not only see what is possible they will feel seen. Moreover, this initiative supports the goal of Black Student Union to promote leadership, self-determination and educational empowerment. Date of Service March 16-19, 2026 Recipient of Service (30) Student and (3) Teachers from Cesar Chavez Location of Service 03/16- Clark Atlanta University; 223 P. Brawley Drive SW Atlanta, Ga 30314 03/16- Morehouse College; 830 West View Drive SW Atlanta, Georgia 30314 03/16-Spelman College; 350 Spelman Lane SW Atlanta, Georgia 30314 03/17- Alabama State; 915 South Jackson Street Montgomery, Alabama 36104 03/17-Tuskegee University;1200 West Montgomery Rd. Tuskegee, Alabama 36088 03/18-Morris Brown College; 643 Martin Luther King Jr Drive NW Atlanta,Ga Cost Amount not to exceed $75,000 Cost per person (Estimated) $2,094 Number of People 33 Funding Source LCAP 6.1.6, Chavez General Fund, Title One, S&C Prepared by: Cynthia Cardenas Sanchez, Principal, Cesar Chavez High School Reviewed by: Tamara Pronoitis , Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Itinerary.pdf (96 KB) LANDMARKW9.pdf (127 KB) Evidence of insurance.pdf (33 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.17 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 10 Students and Two Chaperones from Franklin High School to Attend the California Latino Capitol Association Foundation and Brown Issues’ 9th Annual Policy Bootcamp 2025 on December 3rd and 4th, 2025 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve of an overnight field trip for 10 students and 2 Chaperones from Franklin High School to attend the California Latino Capitol Association Foundation and Brown Issues’ 9th Annual Policy Bootcamp 2025 on December 3rd and 4th, 2025 to learn about the California Legislative Process and how policies are shaped to create change in our communities. INTRODUCTION The Brown Issues Chapter at Franklin High School would like the opportunity to attend the California Latino Capitol Association Foundation and Brown Issues’ 9th Annual Policy Bootcamp 2025. This two-day program is designed to provide our high school members with an engaging, hands-on experience to learn about the California Legislative Process and how policies are shaped to create change in our communities. California State Capitol - California Latino Capitol Association Foundation and Brown Issues’ 9th Annual Policy Bootcamp 2025 Hyatt Regency Sacramento 10th and L Streets 1209 L St Sacramento, CA 95814 Sacramento, CA 95814 ANALYSIS Part of the mission is to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of California’s policy-making process, thereby empowering them to effect positive change in their state. Additionally, we aim to emphasize the benefits of pursuing a college degree and inspire students to explore careers in the legislature. Students will stay overnight during the Policy Bootcamp, with Brown Issues covering all boarding costs to ensure accessibility for all participants. This support allows students to remain well-rested, engaged, and fully prepared to participate in the intensive hands-on learning and leadership activities. Chaperones: Marco Rojas (Advisor), Sally Forgach (Co-Advisor) Date of Service December 3-4, 2025 Recipient of Service 10 Students from Franklin High School and Two Chaperones Location of Service Sacramento, CA Cost No Cost Prepared by: Anna Lotti, Principal, Franklin High School Reviewed by: Brian Biedermann, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Calendar (C/A) Items on the October 28, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda were approved. Motion by Sofia Colon, second by Frank Silva. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens, Shauna Priest, Frank Silva, Isabel Perez Subject 6.18 (C/A): Ratification of a Field Trip for 18 Mock Trial Students from Stockton Early College Academy (SECA) to Participate in a Scrimmage at County Day High School in Sacramento, CA on October 25, 2025 Meeting Oct 28, 2025 - October 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the ratification of a field trip for Mock Trial students from Stockton Early College Academy (SECA) to scrimmage Sacramento Country Day School on October 25, 2025. INTRODUCTION The SECA Mock Trial team requests approval to participate in a scrimmage at Country Day High School to