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

3 Monday, November 4, 2024 FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees BOARD MEMBERS: David Manriquez, President Kathy Scrivner, Vice President Steven Rodrigue, Clerk Derek Tisinger, Clerk Pro Tem J. Bryan Batey, Member Jalynn Hammond, Student Board Member - MEETING TIME AND PLACE: Call Meeting to Order: 5:15 p.m. - Board Room Closed Session: 5:20 p.m. - Conference Room "A" Reconvene to Open Session: 7:00 p.m. Board Room Kern High School District 5801 Sundale Avenue Bakersfield, CA 93309 - AGENDAS: Agendas are posted at the Kern High School District at least 72 hours prior to each meeting as well as at each school site. Any materials required by law to be made available to the public prior to the meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Kern High School District can be inspected at the following address between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday: Superintendent's Office, Kern High School District, 5801 Sundale Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309. - HEARING OF INDIVIDUALS ON AGENDA ITEMS: Members of the public shall have an opportunity to address the Board of Trustees either before or during the Board's consideration of each item of business to be discussed at regular or special board meetings. Each member of the public wishing to speak must fill out an "Individual Request to Address the Board of Trustees" (yellow card) prior to the start of the meeting. Each person who addresses the Board must be first recognized by the presiding officer. - SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMMODATIONS: Assistive listening devices, agenda in Braille and/or alternative formats are available upon request. American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters, other auxiliary aids and services, or reasonable modifications to Board meeting policies and/or procedures, such as to assist members of the disability community who would like to request a disability-related accommodation in addressing the Board, are available if requested at least three business days prior to the Board meeting. Later requests will be accommodated to the extent feasible. Please contact the Superintendent's Office, Kern High School District at 661-827-3154 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (Government Code 54954.2). - UPON REQUEST by a student's parent/guardian, or by the student if age 18 or older, the minutes of a meeting of the Kern High School District’s Board of Trustees shall not include the student's or parent/guardian's address, telephone number, date of birth, or email address, or the student's name or other directory information as defined in Education Code 49061. The request to exclude such information shall be made in writing to the secretary or clerk of the Board. (Education Code 49073.2) These requests to Kern High School District should be made in writing and made to the attention of: Dr. Michael Zulfa, Superintendent/Board Secretary, or Steven Rodrigue, Board Clerk and delivered to 5801 Sundale Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93309. For assistance or for additional information about this process or directory information please contact Graci Ashmore at (661) 827-3100. - PLEASE NOTE THE KERN HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT REGULAR BOARD MEETINGS ARE LIVE STREAMED and written minutes are subsequently prepared. Requests to exclude a student(s) or parent/guardian(s) information must be received within 10 days after the board meeting. A. PRELIMINARY Subject 1. Call to Order and Roll Call Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Procedural David Manriquez, President Kathy Scrivner, Vice President Steven Rodrigue, Clerk Derek Tisinger, Clerk Pro Tem J. Bryan Batey, Member Jalynn Hammond, Student Board Member File Attachments Subject 2. Adoption of Final Closed Session Agenda Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Action Any action taken in Closed Session will be announced in Open Session and reflected in the Official Minutes . File Attachments Subject 3. Hearing of Citizens on Items Listed on Closed Session Agenda Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Information Members of the public shall have an opportunity to address the Board of Trustees on item(s) listed on the Closed Session agenda before the Board of Trustees adjourns to Closed Session. Following recognition by the Board President, each speaker may have the floor for three minutes. Persons addressing the Board are requested to give their name and the group or organization they represent, if any, in order that an accurate record can be made in the minutes. Items not appearing on this agenda cannot, by law, be the subject of Board action. Such items may be placed on future agendas for full discussion and/or action. File Attachments Subject 4. Adjourn to Closed Session Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Action File Attachments B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Subject 1. Convene in Closed Session Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item, Procedural File Attachments Subject 2. Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Anticipated Litigation. Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9: Two (2) Potential Cases Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 3. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Complaint (Government Code Section 54957) - Three (3) Cases Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Action Item File Attachments Subject 4. Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1). Two (2) Existing Cases. Case Nos. BCV-24-102224; 1:24-cv-01273-CDB (E.D. Cal.) Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Action Item File Attachments Subject 5. Discussion of Student Matters: Student Expulsions and/or Reinstatement Report Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item The Board of Trustees will receive recommendations from the Kern High School District Hearing Panel regarding four (4) discipline cases recommended for expulsion. The Education Code requires closed sessions in these cases to prevent disclosure of confidential student record information. File Attachments Subject 6. Review of the District's Tactical Response Plan (Government Code Section 54957); (California Education Code 32281(F)(1)-(3)) Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 7. Conference with Labor Negotiator, Megan Gregor, Regarding Collective Bargaining Agreement(s) or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU's) with Employee Group(s): Kern High School Teachers Association (KHSTA); California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 81; California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 901 Police Officers; California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 747 Transportation; Kern High School District Management & Confidential Association (MAC); Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA) Skilled Trades Unit D Local 777; Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 777, Supervisors, Unit F Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 8. Adjournment of Closed Session Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Action Item File Attachments C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Subject 1. Reconvene to Open Session Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 2. Flag Salute Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 3. Adoption of the Final Agenda Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Action File Attachments Subject 4. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees held on October 7, 2024 Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Action File Attachments D. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION Subject 1. Closed Session Report Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category D. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION Type Report The Board President will report on action taken during its recently concluded closed session. File Attachments Subject 2. Approval of the Student Expulsion and/or Reinstatements Report Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category D. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION Type Action File Attachments E. COMMUNICATIONS Subject 1. Communications Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category E. COMMUNICATIONS Type Information All communications are forward to the Board of Trustees under separate cover prior to the Board of Trustee's meeting. File Attachments F. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Subject 1. Superintendent's Comments on District Activities Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category F. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Type Report File Attachments Subject 2. Review of 2024 Principal Partners' Day Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category F. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Type Report Recommendation: It is recommended that the Board of Trustees receive a report from the Superintendent regarding the 2024 Principal Partner's Day. File Attachments Subject 3. Presentation of the 2024 Jim Burke Light and Liberty Award Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category F. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Type Information Recommendation: It is recommended that the Board of Trustees receive a report from the Superintendent on the presentation of the 2024 Jim Burke Light and Liberty Award. File Attachments Subject 4. Information Regarding Reception Honoring Retirees on December 16, 2024 Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category F. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Type Information, Report Recommendation: It is recommended that the Board of Trustees receive a report from the Superintendent regarding a Reception Honoring Kern High School District retirees on December 16, 2024. Supporting Data: A copy of the Retiree Recognition Invitation flyer is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Retiree Flyer 121624.pdf (116 KB) G. HEARING OF CITIZENS Subject 1. Hearing of Citizens: Members of the Public shall have an opportunity to address the Board of Trustees either before or during the Board's consideration of each item of business to be discussed at regular or special board meetings. The time allotted shall be three minutes per individual speaker, with a maximum of 15 minutes in each subject area. This time may be used to address any item on the agenda, or any matter of concern within the jurisdiction of the Kern High School District. Each person who addresses the Board must be first recognized by the presiding officer. Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category G. HEARING OF CITIZENS Type Information File Attachments H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Subject 1. Kern High School Teachers Association, Vickie Shoenhair, President Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 2. California School Employees Association, Chapter #81, Carlos Flores, President Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 3. California School Employees Association, Chapter #901, Police Officers, Officer Mark Calvillo, Representative Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 4. California School Employees Association, Chapter #747, Transportation, Sherrie Ortiz, President Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 5. Kern High School District Management & Confidential Association, Alan Paradise, President Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 6. Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 777, Skilled Trade Union, Unit D, Luis Badilla, Steward Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 7. Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 777, Supervisors, Unit F Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments I. BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORTS, INQUIRIES AND/OR ITEMS FOR ACTION Subject 1. Board of Trustees Member Reports and/or Inquiries Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category I. BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORTS, INQUIRIES AND/OR ITEMS FOR ACTION Type Discussion File Attachments J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Subject 1. Adoption of the Selection of Date for the 2024 Annual Organizational Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Type Action Supporting Data: Education Code Section 35143 requires that each school district in Kern County hold an annual organizational meeting within a 15-day period commencing on December 13 and concluding on December 27, 2024. Unless otherwise provided by rule of the governing board, the date and time of the annual organizational meeting shall be selected by the board at its regular meeting held immediately prior to December 13, and the board shall notify the County Superintendent of Schools of the date and time selected. It is the practice of the Kern High School District that the annual organizational meeting always be held as part of the December regular Board of Trustees meeting. Request is made to adopt December 16, 2024, as the date for the Board of Trustees Annual Organizational meeting. File Attachments Subject 2. Receipt of the Proposed 2025 Schedule of Regular Meetings for the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Type Receive Recommendation and Supporting Data: It is recommended the Board of Trustees receive the proposed 2025 Schedule of Regular meetings for the Kern High School District Board of Trustees. The regular meetings of the Board of Trustees are usually scheduled for the first Monday of every month; however, in the calendar year 2025, there are some exceptions: T he January meeting is scheduled on the second Monday due to the Christmas holiday break. A regular meeting is scheduled for the first Monday and fourth Monday in June. There is no regular meeting in July due to vacation schedules throughout the District. The September meeting is scheduled on a Tuesday due to the Labor Day holiday. The December meeting is scheduled for the second Monday due to Education Code requirements. The Board of Trustees will be asked to take action to approve the 2025 Board of Trustees meeting schedule at its December 16 2024, Annual Organizational Meeting. Superintendent Zulfa will provide a report to the Board of Trustees. A copy of the proposed schedule will be submitted as late material. File Attachments Subject 3. Second Reading and Approval of Adoption of Revision to Board Policies and/or Board Bylaws as Recommended by District Administrative Staff and/or California School Boards Association Policy Updates – BP 1330 Use of School Facilities; BP 3312 Contracts; BP 3400 Management of District Assets/Accounts; BP 3460 Financial Reports and Accountability. Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Type Action Recommendation: Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees receive as Second Reading and Approval of Adoption, the revised Board Policies and/or Board Bylaws as Recommended by District Administrative Staff and/or California School Boards Association Policy Updates – BP 1330 Use of School Facilities; BP 3312 Contracts; BP 3400 Management of District Assets/Accounts; BP 3460 Financial Reports and Accountability. Supporting Data: Pursuant to Board of Trustees Board Bylaw 9310, staff members regularly review Board of Trustees policies, administrative regulations, and exhibits to compare them against the latest sample material from CSBA to reflect new legislation. After comparison, appropriate updates, and revisions for Board Policies (BP) and/or Board Bylaws (BB) are presented for Board of Trustees consideration for appropriate action as recommended by staff. BP 1330 Use of School Facilities BP 3312 Contracts BP 3400 Management of District Assets/Accounts BP 3460 Financial Reports and Accountability A copy of the proposed Board Policies (BP) and/or Board Bylaws (BB) are attached as Public Content. File Attachments 2024-11-04 Second Read & Approval BP 1330 Use of School Facilities.pdf (210 KB) 2024-11-04 Second Read & Approval BP 3312 Contracts.pdf (215 KB) 2024-11-04 Second Read & Approval BP 3400 Management of District Assets-Accounts.pdf (194 KB) 2024-11-04 Second Read & Approval BP 3460 Financial Reports and Accountability.pdf (205 KB) Subject 4. Approval of Request to Name the Highland High School aquatic facility Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Type Action Recommendation: Recommendation is made by the Superintendent to formally name the Highland High School Facility as the "East Side Aquatic Center." Supporting Data: Pursuant to the Gift Agreement between the Kern High School District and 661 Foundation, approved by the Board of Trustees on June 20, 2023, page three, section 7: Naming Rights : It is the intent of Donor and District to grant Donor naming rights with regard to the Project in accordance with the applicable District policy and applicable law. The Donor believes naming the new aquatic center the "East Side Aquatic Center" will help foster a sense of unity and pride among the students and the surrounding community, as well as acknowledge the school's importance as a hub for athletics and local events. This request to formally name the Highland High School new aquatic center is in compliance with the Board Policy 7310. The long-term effects of the naming rights have been considered and are consistent with the Kern High School District's vision and mission, therefore, it is the recommendation of the Superintendent for the Board of Trustees to approve naming the Highland High School Aquatic Facility, the "East Side Aquatic Center." File Attachments K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: INSTRUCTION DIVISION - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Subject 1. Receipt of Courses of Study Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: INSTRUCTION DIVISION - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Type Receive It is recommended that the Board of Trustees receive the Courses of Study on the attached list. These courses will be on file in the Office of Instruction for public inspection. They will be presented for approval at the next regular Board meeting. The list of the courses is attached as Public Content File Attachments COS Receive 11_4_24.docx.pdf (71 KB) Subject 2. Receive Basic Textbook Adoptions for the First Semester 2024-2025 School Year Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: INSTRUCTION DIVISION - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Type Receive It is recommended that the Board of Trustees receive the report from District Department Chairs for basic textbooks for the first semester of the 2024-2025 school year. The books on the attached list have been evaluated and selected by subject area teacher committees at the individual school, approved by District Department Chairs, and are available for public inspection in the Office of Instruction. The Board will be asked to adopt the recommendations of the Department Chairs at the next Board Meeting. The textbook list is attached under Public Content. File Attachments Textbook Adoptions 2024-25 Sem.1.pdf (124 KB) L. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: EDUCATIONAL SERVICES AND INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS - Scott Odlin, Assistant Superintendent Subject 1. No Agenda Items Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category L. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: EDUCATIONAL SERVICES AND INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS - Scott Odlin, Assistant Superintendent Type File Attachments M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Subject 1. PUBLIC HEARING to Receive Input Regarding the Proposed Tentative Agreement Between the Kern High School District and the Kern High School Teachers Association (KHSTA) Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Public Hearing Recommendation: It is recommended the Board of Trustees hold a PUBLIC HEARING to receive input regarding the proposed tentative agreement between the Kern High School District and the Kern High School Teachers Association (KHSTA). Supporting Data: The Kern High School District and the Kern High School Teachers Association (KHSTA) have reached a tentative agreement. In accordance with AB1200 (Statutes of 1991, Chapter 1213) and Government Code Section 3547.5, the Disclosure of Collective Bargaining Agreement has been available for public view, and the public shall have an opportunity to express points of view regarding the tentative agreement at a public board meeting. The Disclosure of Collective Bargaining Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments 4048_001.pdf (258 KB) Subject 2. Ratification of the Proposed Tentative Bargaining Agreement between the Kern High School District and the Kern High School Teachers Association (KHSTA) Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Action Supporting Data: The proposed tentative agreement has been ratified by the union members of the Kern High Teachers Association (KHSTA) and the Kern High School District management negotiating team. A copy of the tentative agreement will be provided as late material. File Attachments Subject 3. Receipt of the California School Employees Association (CSEA), Chapter 81 Initial Proposal to Commence Negotiations with the Kern High School District for the 2024-2027 Contract Term Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Information Information: Pursuant to the Educational Employment Relations Act and the 2021-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Kern High School District and California School Employees Association (CSEA), Chapter 81. CSEA submits their initial proposal to commence negotiations with the district for the 2024-2027 contract term. This proposal will be presented as late material at the board meeting. File Attachments Subject 4. Introduction of the Kern High School District's Initial Proposal Regarding their Collective Bargaining Agreement with the California School Employees Association (CSEA), Chapter 81 Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Information Information: The Kern High School District will present their Initial Proposal Regarding their Collective Bargaining Agreement with the California School Employees Association (CSEA), Ch. 81 to the Board of Trustees at the November 4, 2024 Regular Board Meeting. In accordance with district policy and the Education Code, the Exclusive Representative will provide a sufficient number of legible copies for all trustees, members of the management negotiating team, and one or more copies to be filed for public inspection. This proposal will be presented as late material at the board meeting. File Attachments Subject 5. Receipt of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA), Skilled Trades, Unit D, Local 777 Initial Proposal to Commence Negotiations with the Kern High School District for the 2024-2026 Contract Term Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Information Information: Pursuant to the Educational Employment Relations Act and the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Kern High School District and the Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA), Skilled Trades, Unit D, Local 777 submits their initial proposal to commence negotiations with the district for the 2024-2026 contract term. This proposal will be presented as late material at the board meeting. File Attachments Subject 6. Introduction of the Kern High School District's Initial Proposal Regarding their Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA), Skilled Trades, Unit D, Local 777 Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Information The Kern High School District will present their initial proposal regarding their collective bargaining agreement with Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA), Skilled Trades, Unit D, Local 777. In accordance with district policy and the education code, the exclusive representative will provide a sufficient number of legible copies for all trustees, members of the management negotiating team, and one or more copies to be filed for public inspection. The proposal will be presented as late material at the board meeting. File Attachments Subject 7. Receipt of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA) Supervisors, Unit F, Local 777 Initial Proposal to Commence Negotiations with the Kern High School District for the 2024-2026 Contract Term Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Information Pursuant to the Educational Employment Relations Act and their Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Kern High School District and the Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA), Skilled Trades, Unit F, Local 777 submits their initial proposal to commence negotiations with the district or the 2024-2026 contract term. This proposal will be presented as late material at the board meeting. File Attachments Subject 8. Introduction of the Kern High School District's Initial Proposal Regarding their Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA), Supervisors, Unit F, Local 777 Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Information The Kern High School District will present their initial proposal regarding their collective bargaining agreement with Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA), Supervisors, Unit F, Local 777. In accordance with district policy and the education code, the exclusive representative will provide a sufficient number of legible copies for all trustees, members of the management negotiating team, and one or more copies to be filed for public inspection. The proposal will be presented as late material at the board meeting. File Attachments Subject 9. Annual Staffing Report Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Information Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent of the Human Resources Division, will deliver a comprehensive PowerPoint presentation to the Board of Trustees with information regarding administrative and certificated staffing with the Kern High School District. File Attachments N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - William R. Sandoval, Jr., Associate Superintendent Subject 1. Report on the Declaration of Emergency Work at Arvin High School for Well Repairs Pursuant to Public Contract Code 22050 Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - William R. Sandoval, Jr., Associate Superintendent Type Action An oral report will be presented by Michael Zulfa, Superintendent. File Attachments Subject 2. PUBLIC HEARING to Receive Receive Comments Regarding the Grant of an Easement Authorizing Conveyance of an Electric, Gas and Communications Easement over certain District Property at Frontier High School to Pacific Gas & Electric Company Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - William R. Sandoval, Jr., Associate Superintendent Type Public Hearing Recommendation : It is recommended that the Kern High School District conduct a PUBLIC HEARING to receive comments regarding the grant of an easement a uthorizing conveyance of an electric, gas and communications easement over certain district property at Frontier High School to Pacific Gas & Electric Company. File Attachments Subject 3. Approval of Resolution Authorizing Conveyance of an Electric, Gas and Communications Easement over certain District Property at Frontier High School to Pacific Gas & Electric Company Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - William R. Sandoval, Jr., Associate Superintendent Type Action Approval of Resolution Authorizing Conveyance of an electric, gas and communications easement over certain district property at Frontier High School to Pacific Gas & Electric Company. An oral report will be presented by Michael Zulfa, Superintendent. A copy of the Resolution is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Resolution Authorizing Execution of PGE Easement.pdf (491 KB) O. CONSENT AGENDA - Items Required by Law and/or Items in Accordance with the District's Administrative Code and/or Education Code Subject 1. Approval of Consent Agenda Items - The Board will be asked to consider and approve all the following items by a single vote, unless any member of the Board or staff asks that an item be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered and discussed separately. Each item on the Consent Agenda approved by the Board shall be deemed to have been considered in full and adopted as recommended. A Board member’s affirmative vote on the Consent Agenda is considered as a separate affirmative vote in favor of each item listed. Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category O. CONSENT AGENDA - Items Required by Law and/or Items in Accordance with the District's Administrative Code and/or Education Code Type Action (Consent) File Attachments P. Consent Agenda: Superintendent's Office Subject 1. No Consent Agenda Items Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category P. Consent Agenda: Superintendent's Office Type File Attachments Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Subject 1. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between Youth to Leaders Education Foundation and the Kern High School District Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the Short Term Consultant Agreement between Youth to Leaders Education Foundation and the Kern High School District. Youth to Leaders Education Foundation plays a critical role in the success of the Kern High School District Migrant Education Program (KHSD MEP). At each MSA, Y2LEF provides motivation speakers, college speakers and local experts on successfully navigating the college application and financial aid process, school supplies, nutritional snacks, (breakfast and snacks at break), lunch, motivational items for daily raffles in each of the seven MSA classrooms. This contract will be effective as of September 2024 through June 2025. Funding Source: Migrant A copy of the Short Term Consultant Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments STCA Youth to Leaders Ed_001.pdf (460 KB) Subject 2. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between Francisco Estrada and Kern High School District/Del Oro High School Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the Short Term Consultant Agreement between Francisco Estrada and the Kern High School District/Del Oro High School. Francisco Estrada will provide services to Del Oro High School students for the 2024-2025 school year. Mr. Estrada will assist in development to provide a strong foundational education in theory and in performance. The consultant's focus in mariachi will be to assist with trumpet and to help students develop the traditional mariachi sound. In guitar, the consultant will assist students with reading chord charts and tablature. Funding Source: Career Technical Education (CTE) The Short Term Consultant Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments STCA Fransico Estrada_001.pdf (449 KB) Subject 3. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between Data Recognition Corporation and Kern High School District for a Subscription Agreement Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the Short Term Consultant Agreement between Data Recognition Corporation and Kern High School District for a Subscription Agreement from November 5, 2024, through May 30, 2025. The DRC Insight LAS Links language assessments will serve as an alternate Spanish assessment for seniors classified as English learners (EL), Initial Fluent Proficient (IFEP), or Redesignated English Proficient (RFEP). This is for those students who have met all other requirements but still need to demonstrate proficiency in order to earn the California State Seal of Biliteracy. To be eligible for the State Seal of Biliteracy the student must demonstrate: English Language Arts Requirements: 1. GPA Requirement: a. Complete all English language arts graduation requirements with a minimum GPA of 3.0. b. College or university English courses taken in high school may count toward this requirement. 2. Assessment Options (Select one): a. CAASPP: Pass the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) for grade 11 at or above the "standard met" level. b. AP Exam: Score 3 or higher on an AP English exam (Language and Composition, Literature, or Seminar). c. IB Exam: Score 4 or higher on an English IB exam. d. SAT: Achieve a score of 480 or higher on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section. Proficiency in Another Language: 1. Course Requirement: a. Successfully complete a four-year course of study in a world language with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate oral proficiency comparable to passing an AP or IB exam. b. World language courses from a college or university may also fulfill this requirement. 2. Assessment Options (select one): a. AP Exam: Score 3 or higher on a world language AP exam. b. IB Exam: Score 4 or higher on a world language IB exam. c. ACTFL Tests: Pass both the Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) and Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) with scores of intermediate mid or higher. d. District Assessment: Pass a district-approved language examination that assesses speaking, reading, and writing at the proficient level or higher. Additional Requirement for English Learners: Oral Language Score: Students classified as English learners must achieve an oral language composite score of level 4 or higher. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program (LCAP 3.035)-Biliteracy Seal A copy of the quote and Short Term Consultant Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Delta Recognition Corp (_001.pdf (608 KB) Subject 4. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between New Vision Recovery and Kern High School District Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve a Short Term Consultant Agreement between New Vision Recovery and the Kern High School District to provide Substance Abuse Counseling services for Kern High School District students at various sites. The term of the Short Term Consultant Agreement will commence on November 4, 2024 and continue through May 30, 2025. Funding Source: Learning Community for School Success Programs (LCSSP) A copy of the Short-Term Consultant Agreement is attached as Pubic Content. File Attachments New Vision Recovery STCA_001.pdf (608 KB) Subject 5. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between John Vandenburgh/PCE Solutions and Kern High School District Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve a Short Term Consultant Agreement between John Vandenburgh/PCE Solutions and the Kern High School District for the following sites: Arvin, Independence, Mira Monte, North, Shafter and South High Schools. John Vandenburgh/PCE Solutions will provide support and training for continued implementation of the Peer Leaders Uniting Students (PLUS) program for the 2024-2025 school year. PCE Solutions will provide support to the six (6) school sites through staff and student development supports. Each school site PLUS teacher and PLUS students will participate in a series of direct trainings proved by PCE Solutions to assist them in the implementation and development of their class and program. The scope of services is provided in the Short Term Consultant Agreement. Funding Source: California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP) Grant A copy of the Short Term Consultant Agreement is provided as Public Content. File Attachments STCA PCE Solutions- John_001.pdf (539 KB) Subject 6. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Garden Pathways and the Kern High School District/Vista West Continuation High School Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve a Memorandum of Understanding between Garden Pathways and Kern High School District/Vista West Continuation High School to provide trauma informed care services at Vista West. The term of Memorandum Of Understanding shall be December 1, 2024 through November 30, 2025. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program (LCAP 1.061) A copy of the Memorandum is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Garden Pathways Inc., MO_001.pdf (679 KB) Subject 7. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Wendell Davis Foundation and the Kern High School District/Vista West Continuation High School Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Wendell Davis Foundation and Kern High School District/Vista West. Wendell Davis will provide small group mentorship at Vista West Continuation High School. This Memorandum Of Understanding will stay in effect until it is terminated by either party. A copy of the Memorandum of Understanding is attached as Public Content. File Attachments MOU Wendale Davis Foundation.pdf (137 KB) Subject 8. Approval of an Memorandum of Understanding between Kern County Superintendent of Schools and the Kern High School District Regarding Implementation of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health School Linked Partnership and Capacity Grant Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended by the Board of Trustees to approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Kern County Superintendent of Schools (KCSOS) and the Kern High School District (KHSD) regarding the implementation of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health (CYBHI) School Linked Partnership and Capacity Grant effective November 12, 2024 through June 30, 2026. The purpose of the MOU is to disseminate Grant Program funds to District ("Grant") and detail the roles and responsibilities of County of Education (COE) and the Kern High School District in the Grant Program. Work funded by the Grant Program will be informed by other work Districts have done to build school-based mental health and wellness services, and the Grant Program may supplement such prior work and services. The Kern High School District will submit an Implementation Plan to the KCSOS to outline how it plans to use the grant, through an outline form within 60 days of the COE submitted Implementation Plan. All terms are listed in the agreement. A copy of the Memorandum of Understanding is attached as Public Content. File Attachments MOU KCSOS and KHSDCapacity Grant CYBHI.pdf (566 KB) Subject 9. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Garden Pathways and the Kern High School District Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve a Memorandum of Understanding between Garden Pathway's and the Kern High School District to implement the Sons and Brothers and Sisterhood Rising programs at various school sites throughout the Kern High School District. They will create a transparent system tracking trauma care services and other significant data to show quantifiable results including students overall social, academic and college preparation attitudes. The sites that will be serviced are East High, Foothill High, North High, and West High Schools. The Memorandum of Understanding shall commence on September 1, 2024 and continue through August 31, 2025. A copy of the Memorandum of Understanding is attached as Public Content. File Attachments MOU Garden Pathways Sons_001.pdf (406 KB) Subject 10. Approval of Student Teaching/Clinical Practice Agreement between the Kern High School District and University of West Florida Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the Student Teaching/Clinical Practice Agreement between the Kern High School District and University of West Florida. The purpose of this Agreement is the establish a formal working relationship between the parties in this Agreement and to set forth the operative conditions which will govern the partnership. The Kern High School District and University of West Florida will form a partnership in providing teaching experience through clinical practice teaching to teacher candidates enrolled in the University's teacher curricula. The term of this Agreement shall be from November 4, 2024 through November 4, 2025. A copy of the Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments MOU University of West Florida_001.pdf (438 KB) Subject 11. Approval of Fieldwork Placement Agreement between the Kern High School and Point Loma Nazarene University Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the Fieldwork Placement Agreement between the Kern High School District and Point Loma Nazarene University. The purpose of this Agreement is to establish a formal working relationship between the parties in this Agreement and to set forth the operative conditions which will govern the partnership. The Kern High School District and Point Loma Nazarene University will form a partnership in providing classroom observation, classroom teaching, diagnosis of student learning problems, tutoring of students, grading and recording of student assignments, and assistance with record keeping. The term of this Agreement shall be September 1, 2024, and remain in effect until termination of August 31, 2027. A copy of the Fieldwork Placement Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments MOU Fieldwork Placement Agreement PLNU_001 (1).pdf (290 KB) Subject 12. Approval of Student Teaching/Clinical Practice Agreement between Point Loma Nazarene University and the Kern High School District Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the Student Teaching/Clinical Practice Agreement between the Kern High School District and Point Loma Nazarene University. The purpose of this Agreement is to establish a forma working relationship between the parties in this Agreement and to set forth the operative conditions which will govern the partnership. The Kern High School District and Point Loma Nazarene University will form a partnership in providing teaching experience through clinical practice teaching to teacher candidates enrolled in the University's teacher training curricula. The term of this Agreement shall be September 1, 2024, and remain in effect until termination on August 31, 2027. A copy of the Student Teaching/Clinical Practice Partnership Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments MOU Student Teaching Clinical Practice PLNU.pdf (323 KB) Subject 13. Approval of a Subscription Agreement between ALTA Language Services and Kern High School District/ English Learners (EL) Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the ALTA Subscription Agreement with the Kern High School District/English Learners (EL) for the services from November 5, 2024 through May 30, 2025. The ALTA language assessments will be used as an alternate assessment for seniors identified as an English learners, Initial Fluent Proficient (IFEP) or Redesignated English Proficient (RFEP). This is for those students who have met all other requirements but still need to demonstrate proficiency and in order to earn the California State Seal of Biliteracy. Tentative languages KHSD will be purchasing: Arabic, Armenian, Bengali, Burmese, Gujarati, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Lau, Mandarin, Cambodian, Punjabi, Polish, Russian, Tamil, Tai, Urdu and Vietnamese. To be eligible for the State Seal of Biliteracy the student must demonstrate: English Language Arts Requirements: 1. GPA Requirement: a. Complete all English language arts requirements with a minimum GPA of 3.0. b. College or university English courses taken in high school may count toward this requirement. 2. Assessment Options (select one): a. CAASPP: Pass the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) for grade 11, at or above the "standard met" level. b. AP Exam: Score 3 or higher on an AP English exam (Language and Composition, Literature, or Seminar). c. IB Exam: Score 4 or higher on an English IB exam. d. SAT: Achieve a score of 480 or higher on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section. Proficiency in Another Language: 1. Course Requirement: a. Successfully complete a four-year course of study in a world language with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate oral proficiency comparable to passing an AP or IB exam. b. World language courses from a college or university may also fulfill this requirement. 2. Assessment Options (select one): a. AP Exam: Score 3 or higher on a world language AP exam. b. IB Exam: Score 4 or higher on a world language IB exam. c. ACTFL Tests: Pass both the Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) and Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) with scores of intermediate mid or higher. d. District Assessment: Pass a district-approved language examination that assesses speaking, reading, and writing at the proficient level or higher. Additional Requirement for English Learners: Oral Language Score: Students classified as English learners must achieve an oral language composite score of level 4 or higher. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP 3.035) - Biliteracy Seal A copy of the Agreement and Quote are attached as Public Content. File Attachments ALTA Language STCA.pdf (835 KB) Subject 14. Approval of a Quote for Software License Renewal between Delta Math and Kern High School District/Kern Valley High School Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the software license renewal with Delta Math to provide a digital math assessment and learning platform for students and teachers at Kern Valley High School. Delta Math will help students practice math and AI coaching that reads their works and provides personalized feedback based on their mistakes. The software content is aligned to state standards. Teachers use real-time data from classroom assignments to form small groups and differentiate instruction on a daily or weekly basis. Funding Source: LCAP 1.061 Third Party Intervention Program A copy of the quote is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Delta Math Quote #40246.pdf (36 KB) Subject 15. Approval of a Software Quote Agreement between Edia Learning, Inc. and the Kern High School District/South High School Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve a Software Quote Agreement with Edia Learning, Inc. and Kern High School /South High School for a Math Instructional Program for a one (1) year term. Edia is a unique math instructional program designed for grades 3-12 to help students and accelerate learning growth. Edia gives personal AI feedback and is also has step-by-step guides for the students. Edia's comprehensive content is meticulously aligned with the 2023 Mathematic Framework for California Public Schools and California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP), ensuring top-tier educational standards. Edia stands apart by offering exclusive Multi-languages, which will make translating for student readily accessible. Edia is the only program that meets the District's specific needs to connect all tiers of instruction, accelerate growth for student groups impacted by Covid-19, and enhance the mathematical and critical thinking abilities of all students at the Kern High School District. Funding source: Local Control Accountability Program (LCAP 1.061) A copy of the Quote Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Edia _ Kern High - South High Quote .pdf (442 KB) Subject 16. Approval of a Software Quote Agreement between HMH Education Company (Math 180) and the Kern High School District/West High School Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve a Software Quote Agreement with HMH Education Company (Math 180) and Kern High School District/West High School for a one (1) year term. Math 180 for Grades 3–12 delivers evidence-based instruction and assessments to propel students to grade-level proficiency. Math 180 is a blended-learning, intensive math intervention program that builds algebra competence in core or dedicated intervention classrooms, using best practices for striving students. Personalized software combined with teacher-facilitated instruction accelerate students toward grade-level proficiency, raising achievement scores by an average of 2 plus years in one school year. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program (LCAP 1.061) A copy of the Quote Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments West High- Math 180 HMH Education Co..pdf (512 KB) Subject 17. Approval of a Quote Agreement for Software between McGraw Hill and the Kern High School District/South High School Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve an Agreement between McGraw Hill and the Kern High School District/South High School for the Software for Achieve 3000 subscriptions for the 2024-2025 school year. Achieve 3000 is an online Accelerated Learning Program. For more than 20 years, Achieve 3000 has been empowering educators and helping them unlock student potential and accelerated learning growth. Funding source: Local Control Accountability Program (LCAP 1.061) A copy of the Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments McGraw Hill Achieve 3000 SHS.pdf (960 KB) Subject 18. Approval of a License Agreement between Conjuguemos and the Kern High School District/East Bakersfield High School Meeting Nov 4, 2024 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the License Agreement between Conjuguemos and the Kern High School District/East Bakersfield High School for a twelve (12) month period. T he Conjuguemos platform can serve as an effective third-party intervention program for Spanish students at East Bakersfield High School by offering interactive, personalized language practice. It focuses on key areas such as verb conjugation, vocabulary, and grammar-common challenges for language learners. Academically, the platform provides targeted practice by allowing students to concentrate on areas of need, such as difficult verb tenses or irregular verbs. Teachers can customize assignments to align with the curriculum or specific learning gaps. One of the platform's strengths is its immediate feedback, which helps students learn from their mistakes in real time, encouraging self-correction and fostering a deeper understanding of language concepts. Conjuguemos also tracks student process over time, providing valuable data for teachers to identify areas of struggle and adjust instruction accordingly. The platform's gamified elements, such as timed quizzes and leaderboards, keep students engaged and motivated to practice regularly, leading to better retention of the material. In terms of literacy and language development, Conjuguemos offers significant benefits. Its extensive vocabulary exercises help students build a stronger foundation in reading and writing. The focus on grammar and syntax through regular practice improves their understanding of sentence structures, allowing for more fluent reading and writing. Additionally, the platform includes listening activities that enhance students' auditory processing and comprehension, critical skills for language acquisition. By allowing students to work at their own pace, Conjuguemos ensues that those who need extra time to grasp foundational skills can do so, boosting their confidence and overall literacy. Incorporating this tool will provide East Bakersfield High School students with structured, consistent Spanish practice that enhances both academic performance and language proficiency. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP 1.061) A copy of the Quote is attached as Public Content. File Attachments EBHS-Quote_ Conjuguemos- Megan Mawson.pdf (32 KB) Subject 19