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Tuesday, October 24, 2023 · School board meeting record

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2552 D 11/14/2023 San Juan Unified School District Board of Education 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, California 95608 Board of Education Minutes October 24, 2023 Regular Meeting Board of Education 6:00 p.m. Open Session/Call to Order/Announcement of Closed Session Topics (A) The October 24 regular meeting was called to order by the vice president, Pam Costa. The board meeting was held in person and was also streamed to the district’s YouTube channel. Roll Call Present: Zima Creason, president (via teleconference) Pam Costa, vice president Saul Hernandez, clerk Ben Avey, member Paula Villescaz, member Tanya Kravchuk, member Vacant: Trustee area 7, member Visitor comments: Closed Session (A-1) There were no closed session visitor comments. Closed Session (B) The meeting was then recessed with the board convening in closed session to consider student expulsions in two cases (Education Code section 48918[f]). Reconvene Open Session/Pledge of Allegiance (C) At 6:30 p.m., the meeting was called back to order by the vice president, Pam Costa. Four members of the Casa Roble Fundamental High School Air Force Jr. ROTC led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes Approved (D) It was moved by Ms. Villescaz, seconded by Ms. Kravchuk, that the minutes of the October 10 regular meeting be approved. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [AYES: Creason, Costa, Hernandez, Avey, Villescaz, Kravchuk; NOES; None; ABSTAIN: None]. Recognition: National School Psychology Week (E-1) It was moved by Ms. Kravchuk, seconded by Ms. Villescaz, to adopt Resolution No. A-431 proclaiming the week of November 6-10 as National School Psychology Week. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [AYES: Creason, Costa, Hernandez, Avey, Villescaz, Kravchuk; NOES; None]. High School Student Council Reports (E-2) High School Student Council representatives Allyson Dyke and Emmy Moran from Del Campo High School and AJ Rodriguez and Jason Perry from Encina Preparatory High School updated the board on the goals, activities and achievements at their respective schools.

2553 Closed Session/Expulsion Actions (E-7) Mr. Hernandez reported that the board voted unanimously to accept as written one stipulated suspended expulsion in case number M-04 and to accept a hearing panel’s recommendation of one suspended expulsion in case number S-10. Visitor Comments (F) Norma Martinez shared her concerns about the traffic at Sylvan Middle School and interpretation during board meetings. Lidia Melendez expressed her concerns about the traffic at Sylvan Middle School. Veronica Pascual said she supports the previous visitor comments and the need for interpretation during board meetings. Lucero Soto requested that the district have a Spanish interpreter in attendance at all board meetings. Janet Pacheco spoke about the traffic at Mira Loma High School and guidance for high school students. Jennifer Morgan, chair of the Local Control and Accountability Plan Parent Advisory Committee (LCAP PAC), provided an update on the work of the committee. Consent Calendar Approved (G-1/G-7) It was moved by Mr. Avey, seconded by Ms. Villescaz, that the consent calendar items G-1 through G-7 be approved. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [AYES: Creason, Costa, Hernandez, Avey, Villescaz, Kravchuk; NOES: None]. Personnel (G-1) - Appointments, leaves of absence, separations and reassignments/change in work year – approved as submitted. Purchasing Report (G-2) Purchase orders and service agreements, change orders and piggyback contracts – approved as submitted. Business/Financial Report (G-3) Notices of completion and warrants and payroll – approved as submitted. Gifts (G-4) Acceptance of gifts to Encina Preparatory High School and Mesa Verde High School. Surplus Property Report (G-5) Approval to dispose of surplus property pursuant to Board Policy 3270 and Education Code sections 17545 and 17546. Proposed Revisions to Guest Teacher Salary Schedule (G-6) Approval of the proposed revisions to the guest teacher salary schedule. Special Education Community Advisory Committee Membership (G-7) Ratification of Emily Getz as a committee member to the Special Education Community Advisory Committee. Proposition 28: The Arts and Music in Schools Funding Guarantee and Accountability Act (I-1) Interim Deputy Superintendent of Schools and Student Support Amy Slavensky, Ph.D. provided information about the district’s plan to increase access for all students to quality arts and music education through the use of Proposition 28, which was approved by California voters in November 2022. Dr. Slavensky also shared information about partner engagement, feedback loops and communication tools used to inform the planning process for use of the ongoing funds. Dr. Slavensky explained the phased-in implementation approach that will be undertaken at select Title I school sites (phase 1); Early Childhood Education and elementary/TK-8 school sites (phase 2); and secondary school sites. Dr. Slavensky shared the timeline for implementation, reporting requirements and next steps. Board members made comments and posed questions, which staff addressed. Mr. Avey commented on the differences between traditional and block high school schedules, noting the challenges of adding additional sections to the master schedule at some school sites. Ms. Kravchuk inquired about the student engagement process and she made comments regarding additional participation costs. Ms. Costa shared that San Juan Unified has maintained visual and performing arts programs through past budget cuts, expressing that she is happy to see these programs expand even amidst the current staffing challenges.

2554 Learning Recovery Emergency Block Grant (I-2) Dr. Slavensky provided information about the district’s plan to utilize the Learning Recovery Emergency Block Grant (LREBG) funds, which is a new one-time funding source. Dr. Slavensky explained that, after the sunsetting of the one-time COVID-related Expanded Learning Opportunities (ELO) and Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds, the LREBG funds will allow the district to continue some of the high leverage, most impactful actions that are currently in place to support students. Dr. Slavensky also shared information about the partner engagement and feedback loops used to inform the ongoing planning process for use of the funds. Dr. Slavensky provided a list of the ESSER III actions that will continue for the 2024-2025 school year using the LREBG funds. Board members made comments and posed questions, which staff addressed. Ms. Villescaz expressed appreciation for the one-year reprieve, she inquired about the continued staffing percentage and said she looks forward to how future years will unfold. Ms. Kravchuk inquired about metrics, data and the inquiry cycle. Mr. Avey made comments about ELO and ESSER funded programs, test scores and data that will help inform future recommendations and decisions. Mr. Hernandez said he appreciates the allocation to keep instructional assistants in the classroom. Ms. Creason said she is grateful for the funding, acknowledging that the schools she has visited hope to continue effective programs and noting that this funding allows for extra time and is an opportunity for advocacy at the state and federal levels to increase funding for schools. Ms. Costa expressed appreciation for being able to sustain the supports for another school year, thanking staff for the planning process. Public Hearing: Proposed Fee Restructure for Fee-Based Early Childhood Education Programs (I-3) Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education and Programs Amberlee Townsend-Snider, Early Childhood Education Program Manager Lisa Teal and Chief Financial Officer Jennifer Stahlheber gave a presentation on the proposed fee restructure for the two fee-based Early Childhood Education programs, Discovery Club and Early Learning Academy. Ms. Townsend-Snider introduced the topic and discussed the analysis that was conducted regarding the proposed fee restructure, including the identification of alternative funding sources and cost-saving measures. Ms. Teal provided information about enrollment, financial history and current status of the two programs, noting that both programs have experienced deficit spending since the 2019-2020 school year. Ms. Stahlheber presented the proposed fee schedules for the two programs, sharing that Discovery Club would benefit from the use of ELO-P funds, the establishment of hourly bands, an increase in the sibling discount and an improved billing process. Ms. Stahlheber explained that the Early Learning Academy does not qualify for ELO-P funds, necessitating an increase in fees. Ms. Teal provided a cost comparison of other preschool programs in the area and explained the feedback loops and next steps, which include a communication plan. Ms. Costa declared the topic of a proposed fee restructure for fee-based Early Childhood Education programs a public hearing and invited the public to speak. There being no comments, the public hearing was closed. Board members made comments and posed questions, which staff addressed. Ms. Villescaz expressed support for the Discovery Club proposed fee restructure, and she encouraged communication to families regarding the annual increase in the Early Learning Academy fees. Ms. Kravchuk inquired about marketing strategies and recruitment for increasing enrollment in the Early Learning Academy program. Mr. Avey shared his personal experiences with Discovery Club, he noted the importance of Discovery Club with the change in school start/end times and he commented that the fee restructure seemed well thought out and appropriate. Mr. Hernandez expressed appreciation for the district’s continued fiscal responsibility in addressing past deficit spending. Ms. Creason expressed gratitude for the programs, and she expressed support for early and frequent communication to families regarding the changes. Ms. Costa acknowledged that the programs are quality educational programs and not just daycare, she recognized that the programs help to keep students in district schools and she expressed gratitude for the expansion and ongoing efforts to provide high-quality Early Childhood Education programs, encouraging more communication within the district about the available programs. Action was scheduled for November 14. Williams Complaint Report (I-4) General Counsel Fhanysha Clark Gaddis explained that the district must report on the status of Williams-type complaints filed with the district per Education Code section 35186(d), which requires each school district to publicly report, on a quarterly basis, summarized data on the nature and resolution of all Williams-type complaints. Ms. Gaddis stated that, during the time period from July 1, 2023 through September 30, 2023, there were no Williams-type complaints filed. Board Reports (J) Ms. Villescaz acknowledged that the special election will have taken place by the next board meeting, encouraging voters in Area 7 to vote. Ms. Creason reported that she is attending the California Adult Education Program Summit this week. Ms. Kravchuk shared information about the recent LCAP PAC meeting and said that she has been thoroughly enjoying her school site visits.

2555 Future Agenda (K) Ms. Kravchuk recommended an update on the district’s newcomer programs. Superintendent Bassanelli shared that information regarding newcomer programs would be included in the English Learner report scheduled for May 14. Adjournment (L) At 8:47 p.m., there being no further business, the regular meeting was adjourned. _____________________________ ___________________________________ Zima Creason, Board President Melissa Bassanelli, Secretary Approved: _________ :sc 11/14/2023 Trent Allen for

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1 San Juan Unified School District Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, California 95608 Zima Creason, President Pam Costa, Vice President Saul Hernandez, Clerk Ben Avey, Member Paula Villescaz, Member Tanya Kravchuk, Member Vacant, Member PUBLIC PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES Board of Education meetings are held in person in the board room located at 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, California. Alternatively, you can view the board meeting on YouTube from a computer, mobile device or tablet. The YouTube link can be found on the district's YouTube channel or by visiting https://www.sanjuan.edu/boardmeeting where the link will be posted approximately 15 minutes prior to the start of the meeting. The district has taken the following steps to assist the public in offering public comment: 1. In Person Public Comment. Public comment may be offered in person during the board meeting at the district office located at 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, California. Board Bylaw 9323 limits visitor comments to two (2) minutes per speaker, with no more than 30 minutes per single topic. Time will be extended for any speaker who uses an interpreter. Please be aware that public comments, including your name, become part of the public record. 2. Online Submission of Public Comment. Members of the public may submit written comments by using the comment form located on the district website at http://www.sanjuan.edu/boardmeeting. If you wish to submit a written comment on more than one agenda item, please submit a separate form for each item on which you are commenting. Written comments are limited to 1,500 characters. Comments will be provided to the members of the board. The business to be considered at this board meeting is on the following agenda: Board of Education Agenda October 24, 2023 Notice of Teleconferencing: Government Code section 54953 permits the Board of Education to conduct its meeting from a different location via teleconference provided that at least a quorum of the board members participate from a location within district boundaries. This meeting shall be conducted using teleconferencing at the following location, which shall be accessible to the public: Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City, 555 Universal Hollywood Drive, Universal City, California 91608. Members of the public shall be afforded the opportunity to address the Board of Education as permitted under Government Code section 54954.3 at the teleconference location. Voting at this meeting shall be by roll call. A. OPEN SESSION/CALL TO ORDER/ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION TOPICS – 6:00 p.m. 1. Visitor Comments (for closed session agenda items only) Board Bylaw 9323 limits visitor comments to two (2) minutes per speaker, with no more than 30 minutes per single topic. Time will be extended for any speaker who uses an interpreter. Public comments, including your name, become part of the public record. B. CLOSED SESSION – 6:00 p.m. 1. Student expulsions in two cases (Education Code section 48918[f]). C. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – 6:30 p.m. D. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES – October 10, 2023, regular meeting, pages 2548-2551. E. ORGANIZATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS – 6:35 p.m. 1. Recognition a. National School Psychology Week (Calvin) Action: Adoption of Resolution No. A-431 proclaiming the week of November 6-10 as National School Psychology Week. 2. High School Student Council Reports 3. Staff Reports 4. Board-appointed/District Committees 5. Employee Organizations 6. Other District Organizations 7. Closed Session/Expulsion Actions (Government Code section 54957.1)

2 F. VISITOR COMMENTS – 6:50 p.m. Board Bylaw 9323 limits visitor comments to two (2) minutes per speaker, with no more than 30 minutes per single topic. Time will be extended for any speaker who uses an interpreter. Public comments, including your name, become part of the public record. G. CONSENT CALENDAR – G-1/G-7 – 7:20 p.m. Action: The administration recommends that the consent calendar, G-1 through G-7, regarding regular business items, be approved. Any item may be removed for further discussion and separate action following consideration of remaining agenda items. 1. *Personnel – appointments, leaves of absence, separations and reassignments/change in work year. 2. *Purchasing Report – purchase orders and service agreements, change orders and piggyback contracts. 3. *Business/Financial Report – notices of completion and warrants and payroll. 4. Acceptance of the following gifts: Encina Preparatory High School: from Kiwanis Club of Carmichael Foundation: $450. Mesa Verde High School: from Citrus Heights Kiwanis Club – for girls basketball: $1,000. 5. *Approval to dispose of surplus property pursuant to Board Policy 3270 and Education Code sections 17545 and 17546. 6. *Approval of the proposed modifications to the guest teacher salary schedule. 7. *Ratification of one committee member to the Special Education Community Advisory Committee. *Material provided. H. CONSENT CALENDAR (continued, if necessary) Discussion and action on the items removed from the consent calendar. I. BUSINESS ITEMS 1. Proposition 28: The Arts and Music in Schools Funding Guarantee and Accountability Act – 7:25 p.m. Material provided. (Slavensky) Report: regarding new Proposition 28 funding, related information and the district’s plan for the use of the funds. 2. Learning Recovery Emergency Block Grant – 7:45 p.m. (Slavensky) Material provided. Report: regarding new Learning Recovery Emergency Block Grant Funding, related information and the district’s plan for use of the funds. 3. Public Hearing: Proposed Fee Restructure for Fee-Based Early Childhood Education Programs – 8:05 p.m. Material provided. (Townsend-Snider) Public Hearing/Discussion: regarding the proposed fee restructure for fee-based Early Childhood Education programs, including Discovery Club and Early Learning Academy. Action anticipated: 11/14/2023. 4. Williams Complaint Report – 8:30 p.m. (Gaddis) Material provided. Report: regarding the status of Williams-type complaints filed with the district per Education Code section 35186(d), which requires each school district to publicly report, on a quarterly basis, summarized data on the nature and resolution of all Williams-type complaints. J. BOARD REPORTS – 8:35 p.m.

3 K. FUTURE AGENDA – 8:45 p.m. The board may wish to identify items to be discussed at future meetings and the reasons therefore. B. CLOSED SESSION (continued, if necessary) Announcement of topics/announcement of actions. L. ADJOURNMENT – 8:50 p.m. The Board of Education welcomes and encourages the public’s participation at the board meetings and has devoted time throughout the meeting for that purpose. You may comment on items included on this agenda; however, we ask that you limit your comments to two (2) minutes, so that as many people as possible may be heard (Education Code section 35145.5, Government Code section 54954.3). When an item indicates “material provided,” the additional information is available prior to the meeting in the Information and Communication Office, 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, (916) 979-8281, or on the district website at www.sanjuan.edu. A person with a disability may contact the Board of Education office at (916) 971-7111, or email stephanie.cunningham@sanjuan.edu at least 48 hours before the scheduled board meeting to request receipt of an agenda and other distributed writings in an appropriate alternative format, or to request disability-related modifications or accommodations, including auxiliary aids or services, in order to participate in the public board meeting. Translation and interpretation services will be made available upon request with advance notice. If you wish to utilize these services, please notify the Board of Education office at (916) 971-7111, or email stephanie.cunningham@sanjuan.edu at least 24 hours before the scheduled board meeting to allow for the scheduling of appropriate translation staff and other resources. NOTE: The times indicated are approximate. Mission Statement Valuing diversity and excellence, the San Juan Unified School District’s mission is to educate and inspire each student to succeed and responsibly contribute to a radically evolving world by providing innovative, rigorous, student-focused instruction and programs in a safe, caring and collaborative learning community.

2548 D 10/24/2023 San Juan Unified School District Board of Education 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, California 95608 Board of Education Minutes October 10, 2023 Regular Meeting Board of Education 5:30 p.m. Open Session/Call to Order/Announcement of Closed Session Topics (A) The October 10 regular meeting was called to order by the president, Zima Creason. The board meeting was held in person and was also streamed to the district’s YouTube channel. Roll Call Present: Zima Creason, president Pam Costa, vice president Saul Hernandez, clerk Ben Avey, member Paula Villescaz, member Tanya Kravchuk, member Vacant: Trustee area 7, member Visitor comments: Closed Session (A-1) There were no closed session visitor comments. Closed Session (B) The meeting was then recessed with the board convening in closed session to consider student expulsions in three cases (Education Code section 48918[f]) and to discuss with negotiator Melissa Bassanelli, Superintendent, regarding CSEA Chapter 127 General/Operations support, Chauffeurs/Teamsters Local No. 150 Transportation, Supervisors, Teachers and Certificated Supervisory units; and regarding non-represented groups: management and confidential units (Government Code section 54957.6). Reconvene Open Session/Pledge of Allegiance (C) At 6:30 p.m., the meeting was called back to order by the president, Zima Creason. Four members of the Del Campo High School Air Force Jr. ROTC led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes Approved (D) It was moved by Ms. Villescaz, seconded by Ms. Kravchuk, that the minutes of the September 26 regular meeting be approved. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [Creason, Costa, Hernandez, Avey, Villescaz, Kravchuk]. High School Student Council Reports (E-1) High School Student Council representatives Navya Alqarwani from Bella Vista High School and Breanna Cabral from El Camino Fundamental High School updated the board on the goals, activities and achievements at their respective schools. Staff Reports (E-2) Associate Superintendent Debra Calvin, Ed.D., provided an update on the College Week activities that took place.

2549 Closed Session/Expulsion Actions (E-6) Mr. Hernandez reported that the board voted unanimously to accept as written two stipulated suspended expulsions in case numbers S-07 and S-08 and one stipulated expulsion in case number S-09. Visitor Comments (F) There were no general visitor comments. Consent Calendar Approved (G-1/G-9) It was moved by Ms. Costa, seconded by Mr. Avey, that the consent calendar items G-1 through G-9 be approved. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [Creason, Costa, Hernandez, Avey, Villescaz, Kravchuk]. Personnel (G-1) - Appointments, leaves of absence and separations – approved as submitted. Purchasing Report (G-2) Change orders, construction and public works bids, piggyback contracts and zero-dollar contract – approved as submitted. Business/Financial Report (G-3) Notices of completion – approved as submitted. Gifts (G-4) Acceptance of gifts to Cowan Fundamental School, Earl LeGette Elementary School, Encina Preparatory High School and Northridge Elementary School. Surplus Property Report (G-5) Approval to dispose of surplus property pursuant to Board Policy 3270 and Education Code sections 17545 and 17546. High School Scholarship Award (G-6) Approval of 2023 Ose Family Community Service Award for Rio Americano High School. Special Education Community Advisory Committee Membership (G-7) Ratification of Heather Harper as a committee member to the Special Education Community Advisory Committee. Facilities Committee Membership (G-8) Ratification of Josh Alvarado as a committee member to the Facilities Committee. Curriculum, Standards, Instructional and Student Services Committee Membership (G-9) Ratification of Mindy McIntyre as a committee member to the Curriculum, Standards, Instructional and Student Services (C&S) Committee. 2022-2023 End of Year Data Summary (I-1) Interim Deputy Superintendent of Schools and Student Support Amy Slavensky, Ph.D. introduced Director of Continuous Improvement and LCAP Gianfranco Tornatore, Ed. D. and Assistant Director of Assessment, Evaluation and Planning Christopher Smith who gave a presentation on the 2022-2023 end of year data results, including the results of the 2023 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) tests. Dr. Tornatore shared information about the types of data, how it is reported and an update on the changes to the California School Dashboard. Mr. Smith presented the 2022-2023 end of year data results, focusing on English language arts, mathematics, English language proficiency, chronic absenteeism and suspension. Mr. Smith also presented data for specific student groups including English learners, low socioeconomic status, foster youth, homeless, student with disabilities, African American, Hispanic and White. Dr. Tornatore explained how the district is responding to the data, noting the successes, challenges and actions to improve student outcomes. Principals Beth Wahl and Roxanne Stellmacher shared how they used data to guide improvement work at Lichen K-8 School. Board members made comments and posed questions. Mr. Avey expressed concerns about the data, acknowledged the initiatives at Lichen K-8 and expressed hope that the Expanded Learning Opportunities (ELO) funded strategies will soon yield results. Ms. Villescaz commented on shifts in the final data, efforts at Lichen K-8, extra support for newcomer students and post-ELO plans. Ms. Kravchuk expressed concerns regarding the data, noting encouragement from the progress points at Lichen K-8 School, and she inquired about identifying school sites for additional support, which Dr. Tornatore addressed. Ms. Costa commented on CAASPP, other assessment methods, outcomes at Lichen K-8, the Smarter Balanced sample test,

2550 chronic absenteeism and staff hiring, and she anticipates academic improvements in the next year. Mr. Hernandez expressed confidence in the district’s current plan, feeling it is moving forward in the right direction. Ms. Creason recognized the innovative efforts of school sites to address chronic absenteeism and the need for ongoing conversations about growth versus proficiency. Ms. Creason also thanked Ms. Wahl and Ms. Stellmacher for their leadership, noting the connection between the positive climate survey and outcomes at Lichen K-8. Inclusive Practices (I-2) Associate Superintendent of Educational Services Debra Calvin, Ed. D., introduced the topic and Director of Special Education Vanessa Adolphson, Director of Professional Learning and Innovation Nicole Kukral and Preschool Teacher Melissa Hightower who gave a presentation on the work and current priorities of the Special Education department. Ms. Adolphson spoke about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the district’s guiding documents, and collaborative efforts with family, community, school sites and support staff. Ms. Kukral reviewed four areas of professional development which included behavior training, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), co-teaching and equitable grading practices. Ms. Hightower shared information about the Blended Preschool program. Dr. Calvin addressed current challenges, implemented strategies and next steps. Public Comments: Ryan Digman spoke about barriers to education, inclusive practices and parent involvement. Benjamin Hesch shared his experiences as a special education student in the district. Marsha Hesch spoke about her son’s experiences as a special education student. Board members made comments and posed questions. Mr. Avey shared that he hears from parents who don’t feel part of the IEP (individualized education program) team, noting that he hopes this is something that is being addressed. Ms. Villescaz asked clarifying questions about the co-teaching model, which Ms. Kukral addressed. Ms. Villescaz also highlighted the need for smaller class sizes and adequate staffing for full inclusion. Ms. Kravchuk inquired about Naviance, professional development, UDL and equitable grading practices, which staff answered. Ms. Kravchuk also reported on her visit to the Blended Preschool program at Ralph Richardson Center. Ms. Creason made comments about UDL, bullying and equitable grading practices, which Ms. Adolphson addressed. Superintendent Bassanelli talked about the formation of a Special Education Task Force, which aims to strengthen the special education program. Resolution No. 4101: Arcade Fundamental Middle School Lease Amendment No. 6 (I-3) Chief Operations Officer Frank Camarda presented the item, explaining that an increase in contingency is necessary to cover the cost of unforeseen soil conditions that the district is required by law to remediate. Board members asked questions, which staff addressed. It was moved by Mr. Hernandez, seconded by Ms. Costa, to adopt Resolution No. 4101, approving the sixth amendment to the lease agreement for the Arcade Fundamental Middle School project no. 001-9512-P1 between San Juan Unified and Clark & Sullivan Builders Inc. dba Clark/Sullivan Construction. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [Creason, Costa, Hernandez, Avey, Villescaz, Kravchuk]. Resolution No. 4102: Katherine Johnson Middle School Lease Amendment No. 6 (I-4) Mr. Camarda presented the item, explaining that an increase in contingency is necessary to cover the cost of unforeseen soil conditions that the district is required by law to remediate. It was moved by Ms. Villescaz, seconded by Mr. Avey, to adopt Resolution No. 4102, approving the sixth amendment to the lease agreement for the Katherine Johnson Middle School new construction project no. 055-9512-P1 between San Juan Unified and Flint Builders, Inc. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [Creason, Costa, Hernandez, Avey, Villescaz, Kravchuk]. Variable Term Waivers (I-5) Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Rebecca Toto, Ed.D. presented the item. It was moved by Ms. Villescaz, seconded by Ms. Kravchuk, to approve the submission of six Variable Term Waivers to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [Creason, Costa, Hernandez, Avey, Villescaz, Kravchuk]. Assignment of Teachers Outside Regular Base Credential (I-6) Dr. Toto presented the item. It was moved by Ms. Kravchuk, seconded by Mr. Hernandez, to adopt Resolution No. 4103 authorizing the assignment of 55 certificated employees to areas outside their authorized credential during the 2023-2024 school year per Education Code sections 44256(b), 44258.2, 44263 and 44865. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [Creason, Costa, Hernandez, Avey, Villescaz, Kravchuk].

2551 Provisional Internship Permits (I-7) Dr. Toto presented the item. It was moved by Mr. Avey, seconded by Ms. Kravchuk, to approve the submission of four Provisional Internship Permits to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing effective August 8, 2023 through June 5, 2024. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [Creason, Costa, Hernandez, Avey, Villescaz, Kravchuk]. Board Reports (J) Ms. Kravchuk spoke about a recent school site visit that she made and common humanity. Future Agenda (K) There were no items added to the future agenda. Adjournment (L) At 9:13 p.m., there being no further business, the regular meeting was adjourned. _____________________________ ___________________________________ Zima Creason, Board President Melissa Bassanelli, Secretary Approved: _________ :sc

SAN JUAN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT AGENDA ITEM: ________ BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING DATE: 10/24/2023 SUBJECT: National School Psychology Week CHECK ONE: For Discussion: For Action: Report: DEPARTMENT: Special Education Workshop: Recognition: Emergency Action: ACTION REQUESTED: The superintendent is recommending that the board adopt Resolution No. A-431 proclaiming the week of November 6-10, 2023, as National School Psychology Week. RATIONALE/BACKGROUND: San Juan Unified School District recognizes the vital role that school psychologists play in the personal and academic development of our district’s students. During the week of November 6-10, 2023, school psychologists are recognized across the nation for their work to help all children and youth learn best by supporting students’ mental health, development, academic achievement and learning environments. ATTACHMENT(S): A: Resolution No. A-431 BOARD COMMITTEE ACTION/COMMENT: N/A PREVIOUS STAFF/BOARD ACTION: Superintendent’s Cabinet: 10/16/2023 FISCAL IMPACT: LCAP/STRATEGIC PLAN: Current Budget: $ N/A Goal: N/A Focus: N/A Additional Budget: $ N/A Action: N/A Funding Source: N/A Strategic Plan: N/A PREPARED BY: APPROVED BY: Debra Calvin, Ed.D., Associate Superintendent, Educational Services Amy L. Slavensky, Ph.D., Interim Deputy Superintendent, Schools and Student Support Melissa Bassanelli, Superintendent of Schools AS E-1(a)

San Juan Unified School District Resolution No. A-431 National School Psychology Week November 6-10, 2023 WHEREAS, National School Psychology Week is November 6-10, 2023; and WHEREAS, the special week honoring school psychologists provides special recognition for school psychologists who deliver a continuum of mental health services and academic supports to schools that lower barriers to learning, enabling teachers to teach students to learn; and WHEREAS, the San Juan Unified School District appreciates and supports school psychologists for providing sound psychological principles which are integral to instruction and learning, social and emotional development, prevention and early intervention, and support culturally diverse student populations. School psychologists facilitate collaboration to help parents and educators to identify and reduce risk factors, promote protective factors, create safe, caring schools and access community resources. They are trained to assess student and school-based barriers to learning, utilize data-based decision-making, implement research-driven prevention and intervention strategies, and evaluate outcomes and improve accountability; and THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education joins the superintendent and staff in honoring school psychologists during National School Psychology Week and throughout the year. Attested to this 24th day of October 2023 ______________________________ Zima Creason, President ___________________________________ ______________________________ Melissa Bassanelli, Superintendent of Schools Pam Costa, Vice President ______________________________ Saul Hernandez, Clerk ______________________________ Ben Avey, Member ______________________________ Paula Villescaz, Member ______________________________ Tanya Kravchuk, Member ______________________________ Vacant, Member Board of Education San Juan Unified School District Sacramento County, CaliforniaAttachment A

SAN JUAN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION AGENDA ITEM: _G-1__ MEETING DATE: 10/24/2023 APPROVED: HUMAN RESOURCES The following reports are submitted for board approval Personnel Pages Page # Appointments Management Certificated Classified 1 1 Leaves of Absence Management Certificated 1 Classified 1 Separations Management 2 Certificated 2 Classified 2 Pre-Retirement Reduced Workload Reassignments/Change in Work Year 2 Errata Job Description/Salary Range Change Management Certificated Classified Unrepresented Cabinet Contracts/Extension of Contract Recommendation to Extend A District Intern Credential Certificated Credential Approval Recommendations Certificated Charter School Personnel Actions Choices

Agenda for the October 24, 2023 Board Meeting 1. APPOINTMENTS CERTIFICATED Type Name Statu

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