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BURBANKUNIFIED (LOS ANGELES COUNTY)Decisions published

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The Burbank Unified School District Board of Education approved special education settlements totaling $109,000, adopted a supplementary retirement plan resolution, and advanced pre-apprenticeship and weather monitoring agreements during its regular meeting on October 8, 2026.

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District taxpayers fund special education settlements and district-wide service agreements, while employees face new retirement incentive options and updated district purchasing thresholds.

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Abigail Pontzer Kamkar

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Board Minutes Page 1 of 8 October 8, 2026 Burbank Unified School District Burbank, California REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES October 8, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER The Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the Burbank Unified School District was held on October 8, at the District Office, Third Floor – Board Room, 1900 West Olive Avenue, Burbank, California. Closed Session was scheduled for 5:00 p.m. and open session for 6:00 p.m. Trustees Present Abigail Pontzer Kamkar President Laurette Cano Clerk Kelsey Olson Member Dr. Armond Aghakhanian Member Arrived at 5:07 pm Trustees Absent Dr. Emily Weisberg Vice President Administration Present Dr. Tom McCoy Superintendent Dr. Jason Hasty Assistant Superintendent Business Services Matt La Belle Assistant Superintendent Human Resources Dr. Oscar Macias Assistant Superintendent Instructional Services 2. REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD None 3. CLOSED SESSION The Board recessed to closed session at 5:00 p.m. to consider the following matters: a. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Resignation/Reassignment/ Employment. b. Conference with Legal Counsel - Pending Litigation, Pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d) Number of Cases – 3 c. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation, Pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(1) In the Matter of OAH Case: 2026080506 4. RECONVENE IN PUBLIC SESSION / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE / LAND ACKNOWLEGEMENT The Board reconvened in open session at 6:04 p.m. President Pontzer Kamkar led the Pledge of Allegiance and read the Land Acknowledgement. 5. REPORTING ON CLOSED SESSION ACTION In the matter of Special Education case 27-07, the Board of Trustees on a motion by Trustee Olson, seconded by Trustee Cano, approved a settlement agreement in the amount of $34,000 for additional special education services. The motion carried with the following vote 3-0-2 AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson ABSENT: Weisberg, Aghakhanian In the matter of Special Education case 27-08, the Board of Trustees on a motion by Trustee Olson, seconded by Trustee Cano the board approved a settlement

Board Minutes Page 2 of 8 October 8, 2026 agreement in the amount of $75,000 for additional special education services. The motion carried by a vote of 3-1-1 6. ADOPTION OF AGENDA There were no changes to the agenda. Motion to adopt the agenda was made by Trustee Aghakhanian seconded by Trustee Olson the motion carried with the following vote: 4-0-1 AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson, Aghakhanian. ABSENT: Weisberg 7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Consideration of Approval of Minutes from the Regular Board Meeting held September 17, 2026 Motion by Trustee Aghakhanian seconded by Trustee Olson the motion carried with the following vote: 4-0-1 AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson, Aghakhanian. ABSENT: Weisberg 8. ITEMS FOR FUTURE CONSIDERATION Trustee Aghakhanian asked that to Board revisit a prior discussion on potential partnerships and the creation of a center for entrepreneurship and innovation. 9. STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES TO THE BOARD Sara Hovsepian, Burbank High School ASB Vice President, reported on upcoming student activities, including a new wellness program for World Mental Health Day, Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations and “Let’s Talk with Dr. McCoy” on October 23. She also spoke about academic accomplishments, college and career readiness activities, athletics, homecoming events, and spirit week. Sabrina Coto John Burroughs High School ASB President, reported on CTE pathway activities, the Student Wellness Center, athletics, performing arts events, and ASB fundraising including a talent show. She raised concerns regarding restroom sinks with low water flow and empty soap dispensers. She also reported a planned peaceful student-led walkout in response to the situation at Cornell University. Dr. McCoy confirmed that a work order had been submitted and facilities would be addressing concerns with the sinks. 10. REPORTS FROM LABOR PARTNERS Celia Green Elementary Director of BTA expressed support for recognizing the Week of the School Administrator and the Board’s consideration of the PARS Plan. Asked the board to recruit highly qualified teachers to fill the vacancies that could occur and to keep communication frequent, direct and transparent. She also confirmed BTA’s support for Proposition 3 and encouraged the Board to develop plans for the state’s change in how English Learners are reclassified. Derek Eckstein labor relations representative for CSEA accompanied by Chapter 674 First Vice President, Nicole Knoop, reported the chapter’s support of Proposition 3. He stated the CSEA was pleased to work with the District and BTA on the measure. 11. PRESENTATIONS/ RECOGNITIONS a. Heidi Van Kooten – LACOE Teacher of the Year Dr. Macias recognized Social Science Teacher at Luther Burbank Middle School and the District’s 2026 Teacher of the Year on being named a 2026-27 Los Angeles County Teacher of the Year. Dr. Macias noted that Ms. Van Kooten was selected as one of the 16 honorees from 72 district-level Teacher of the Year nominees across Los Angeles County, an honor that advances Ms. Van Kooten to represent the county in the California Teachers of the Year competition. A video tribute was shown, and Ms. Van Kooten addressed the Board, thanked family members, the Board, site administrators, fellow educators, and students. b. Clerk’s Cup 2026 Dr. Macias introduced the 2026 Clerk’s Cup Student Voter Registration competition, an annual competition hosted in partnership by the City

Board Minutes Page 3 of 8 October 8, 2026 Clerk’s Office and the District. The 2026 competition was held, September 8 through September 25, encouraged students age 16 and older to register to vote. The school that had the most voter registrations will keep the trophy for one year. Burbank City Clerk Kimberley Clark cited research from the Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning indicated that youth who were taught how to register to vote in high school are more likely to vote and participate in other civic activities. Ms. Clark presented certificates of appreciation and announced that the trophy would remain at John Burrought High School. c. PARS – Retirement Incentive Program Dr Hasty introduced a presentation on proposed PARS, Supplementary Retirement Plan, noting that the presentation carried no fiscal impact. Ryan Nicasio, Senior Vice President presented an overview of the proposed Supplementary Retirement Plan. Trustee Cano asked how the annuity would be funded and whether savings would result from replacing senior employees with lower-paid staff. Trustee Cano also requested an estimated cost of the plan. Mr. Nicasio clarified that costs would depend on employee enrollment and would include 85% of each participant’s final salary plus 5.5 % in PARS fees. Dr. McCoy mentioned a fiscal replacing summary to determine what positions will not be replaced. Trustee Aghakhanian asked whether continuing the plan depended on how many employees enrolled, whether the district could withdraw without a cancellation penalty and whether ethe plan was simply an option offered to employees. Trustee Pontzer Kamkar asked whether employees paid from funds other than the general fund could be charged to those funds. Dr. Hasty said the cost would be paid entirely through the general fund. d. Public Hearing – Sufficiency of Textbooks and Instructional Materials Dr. Macias read the item, referring to Ed Code 60119, requires an annual public hearing President Pontzer Kamkar opened the public hearing at 7:10 p.m., no public speakers, public hearing was closed. 12. REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD Dr. William Kopelman, a parent, addressed the board regarding student safety during drop-off and pickup. He requested a crossing guard and improved parent education on pick up procedures. He also expressed concern about extreme heat, including outdoor waiting conditions, requesting clarification on the district’s heat safety plans. Teresa Medina, a parent, addressed the board on agenda items, 14c, 14h, 14j, 14k, 15v, and 15w. Ms. Medina expressed concerns about student outcomes particularly for students with disabilities, the effectiveness of educational software, and delayed interventions. Darla Gerharter, Special Education Teacher, asked for clarification on the PARS Supplementary Retirement Plan specifically whether it offers employees the option to retire with post-employment benefits or requires resignation. 13. SUPERINTENDENTS REPORT Dr. McCoy reported joining the Edison Bike Bus and thanked Edison PTA, Principal Cody, Mayor Takahashi and Assemblymember Schultz for participating, noting that Roosevelt Elementary also holds a monthly bike bus and encouraged families to walk, bike, or scoot to school at least once a month. Dr. McCoy noted ongoing discussions with the city on traffic safety. He also thanked the Burbank Human Relations Council for the invitation to speak at the Buena Vista Library and mentioned that a resolution sponsored by BHRC would be presented that evening. In recognition of World Mental Health Day, new connection and welcome centers at Burbank High School and John Burroughs High School would

Board Minutes Page 4 of 8 October 8, 2026 launch the following week, he thanked the two principals and new counselors for the centers, and the student mental health group. 14. ACTION ITEMS a. Consideration of Approval of Joint Resolution 8-27 from BUSD/BTA/CSEA/BASA in Support of Prop 3 The Children’s Education and Health Care Protection Act of 2026 The motion was made by Trustee Aghakhanian and second Trustee Olson. The motion carried 4-0-1 with the following vote: AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson Aghakhanian ABSENT: Weisberg b. Consideration of Adoption of Resolution 9-27 - PARS - Retirement Incentive Program It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees adopt Resolution No. 9-27, as presented The motion was made by Trustee Cano and second Trustee Olson. The motion carried 4-0-1 with the following vote: AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson Aghakhanian ABSENT: Weisberg c. Consideration of Approval of Purchase Agreement with Weatherstem for Protect One Weather Monitoring Systems – General Fund It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve the purchase agreement with Weatherstem, as presented The motion was made by Trustee Cano and second Trustee Olson. The motion carried 4-0-1 with the following vote: AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson Aghakhanian ABSENT: Weisberg d. Consideration of Revision of Board Policy 3300 Expenditures and Purchases [First Reading] It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees approve the first reading of Board Policy 3300 - Expenditures and Purchases, as presented. First Reading – No action taken Discussion: Dr. Hasty presented the proposed revisions to Board Policy 3300 which would delegate expenditure approval authority up to $25,000 to the Superintendent and CBO, establish emergency purchase procedures and prohibit bid splitting. Trustee Aghakhanian questioned the basis for the $25,000 figure and asked how emergency purchase procedures would be documented and who could authorize them. Dr. Mcoy responded that the amount was consistent with other districts and approval would be given by the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Business Services. Trustee Pontzer Kamkar questioned whether the emergency provisions differed from the district’s existing ratification practice Trustee Cano asked whether expenditure would be flagged. Dr. Hasty mentioned that all expenditure and purchases would appear in the monthly PO report. Dr. McCoy stated the board would continue to approve and review all expenditures and that an emergency meeting without notice could be called if necessary. Trustee Olson asked how the district could make the PO report clearer. Trustee Olson also asked if there is an option to modify the PO report. Trustee Pontzer Kamkar asked if this was based off a CSBA model, and how close to the recommended this. She also asked that controversial items under $25,000 should still be presented to the Board. Dr. McCoy mentioned that the last revisions were in 2007 and would look into adding separate sections to the PO report listing expenditure approved under Board Policies 3300 and 3312.

Board Minutes Page 5 of 8 October 8, 2026 e. Consideration of Revision of Board Policy 3312 Contracts [First Reading] It is the recommendation of district administration that The Board of Trustees approve the first reading of Board Policy 3312 - Contracts, as presented. First Reading – No action taken Discussion: Dr. Hasty presented the proposed revisions which would authorize the superintendent and CBO to approved contracts with a total value up to $25,000. Dr. McCoy added that the revisions per Board’s request to define when a contract comes for ratification rather than for prior approval, contracts under $25,000 would continue to come to the Board on the consent agenda for ratification. Trustee Pontzer Kamkar asked whether the policy applied to increases on existing contracts. Dr. Hasty responded that contracts already exceeding $25,000 would always come to the Board regardless of the size of the increase. Trustee Aghakhanian asked about the district’s bidding requirements and whether the district is obligated to accept the lowest bid. Dr. Hasty explained that it is the district’s practice to obtain multiple quotes informally even when not required and depending on what is being purchased, the district is not obligated to accept the lowest bid. f. Consideration of Adoption of Resolution 10-27 Proclaiming October 12, 2026, through October 18, 2026, as Week of the School Administrator It is recommendation of the District Administration that the Board of Trustees adopt Resolution 10-27 Proclaiming October 12, 2026, through October 18, 2026, as Week of the School Administrator, as presented. The motion was made by Trustee Aghakhanian and second Trustee Olson. The motion carried 4-0-1 with the following vote: AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson Aghakhanian ABSENT: Weisberg g. Consideration of Adoption of Resolution 11-27 Proclaiming October 18, 2026, through October 24, 2026, as United Against Hate Week It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees adopt Resolution 11-27 Proclaiming October 18, 2026, through October 24, 2026, as United Against Hate Week, as presented. The motion was made by Trustee Aghakhanian and second Trustee Olson. The motion carried 4-0-1 with the following vote: AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson Aghakhanian ABSENT: Weisberg h. Consideration of Adoption of Resolution 12-27 Sufficiency of Pupil Textbooks and Instructional Materials It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees adopt Resolution 12-27 In the Matter of Determining Sufficiency of Pupil Textbooks and Instructional Materials and Instructional Materials Funding Realignment Program (IMFRP) Certification of Provision of Standards-Aligned Instructional Materials, 2026- 2027, as presented. The motion was made by Trustee Aghakhanian and second Trustee Olson. The motion carried 4-0-1 with the following vote: AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson Aghakhanian ABSENT: Weisberg i. Consideration of Approval to Submit the BHS Animation Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Registration It is the recommendation of the District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve submission of the Burbank High School Animation pre-apprenticeship program application for registration with the California Division of Apprenticeship Standards, in partnership with the BRIC Foundation, as presented.

Board Minutes Page 6 of 8 October 8, 2026 The motion was made by Trustee Olson and second Trustee Aghakhanian The motion carried 4-0-1 with the following vote: AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson Aghakhanian ABSENT: Weisberg j. Consideration of Approval of Agreement with Thrively for Thrively Pro Platform It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement with Thrively, for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, as presented. The motion was made by Trustee Aghakhanian and second Trustee Olson. The motion carried 4-0-1 with the following vote: AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson Aghakhanian ABSENT: Weisberg k. Consideration of Approval of Agreement with CAST, Inc. for Universal Design For Learning It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement with CAST, Inc. for Universal Design for Learning, as presented. The motion was made by Trustee Aghakhanian and second Trustee Olson. The motion carried 3-0-2 with the following vote: AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson ABSENT: Weisberg, Aghakhanian l. Consideration of Approval of Board Regulation and Revision to Board Policy 4020 Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace [First Reading] It is recommended by District Administration that the Board approve Regulation and Revision to Board Policy 4020 Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace, as presented. First Reading – No action taken Discussion: Trustee Olson asked whether the update stemmed from a CSBA update or a specific incident. Mr. LaBelle responded that the existing Policy was approximately 15 years old and that the revision was part of an ongoing update of board policies. 15. CONSENT AGENDA a. Consideration of Approval of Agreement for Administrative Services with Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) b. Consideration of Approval of Deductive Change Order No. 1 with Sierra School Equipment Co. for the Furnish and Installation of New Crusader Chairs at George Washington Elementary School Auditorium – Gift Fund c. Consideration for Approval, Award of Contract, American Power Systems, LLC, NASPO Contract, Cooperative Purchasing Master Agreement No. 00318 For Burbank HS, Emergency Management Systems - Measure ABC d. Consideration for Approval, Award of Contract, American Power Systems, LLC, NASPO Contract, Cooperative Purchasing Master Agreement No. 00318 For John Burroughs HS, Emergency Management Systems - Measure ABC e. Consideration of Amendment to PJHM Architects contract for Edison ES Secure Entry project - Measure ABC f. Consideration of Approval of Award of Contract of Geosystems, INC. for Burbank HS softball Field geotechnical services - Measure ABC g. Consideration of Notice of Completion for Hellas Construction for John Burroughs HS Turf Memorial Field - Measure ABC h. Consideration of Approval of Professional Services Agreement with King Consulting for California School Facilities Funding Consulting Services - Special Reserve Fund i. Consideration of Approval of Amendment to Vehicle Acquisition for Nutrition Services Enterprise Fleet Management - Nutrition Fund

Board Minutes Page 7 of 8 October 8, 2026 j. Consideration of Ratification of Agreement with CDW Government LLC for Google Workspace for Education Plus – General Fund k. Consideration of Approval of Amendment of Certification of Signatures 26-27 l. Consideration of Acceptance of the 2026-2027 Purchase Order Report m. Consideration of Approval of Personnel Report 25-26-04 n. Consideration of Ratification of University Agreement with Alliant University o. Consideration of Ratification of University Agreement with California State University, East Bay p. Consideration of Approval of University Agreement with California State University, Northridge q. Consideration of Approval of Variable Waiver Request- Certificated r. Consideration of Amendment to the Agreement for Professional Services with Jayme Adelson-Goldstein with Lighthearted Learning for Instructional Support at Burbank Adult School - Adult School Fund s. Consideration of Approval of Instructional Consultants to provide music, theater, visual arts instruction and ELD Staff Development t. Consideration of Ratification of Instructional Consultants to provide choir instruction and after school culinary enrichment instruction u. Consideration of Approval of Williams Quarterly Report v. Consideration of Ratification of Professional Services with Professional Tutors of America, Inc. w. Consideration of Approval of Agreement with IXL Learning x. Consideration of Ratification of Professional Services with UpLift Medical Staffing LLC Items 15a – 15v, 15x The motion was made by Trustee Aghakhanian and second Trustee Olson. The motion carried 4-0-1 with the following vote: AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson Aghakhanian ABSENT: Weisberg 15w. Consideration of Approval of Agreement with IXL Learning Trustee Pontzer Kamkar asked for clarification on who is eligible. Dr. McCoy replied that all BUSD students are eligible. Trustee Olson asked if the program was limited to students with IEPs. Dr. McCoy responded that the licenses are a set number of seats not tied to any students. Trustee Cano noted that the agreement lists grades 3-4 and 9-12. Dr. McCoy responded that the grade levels may reflect the IEP’s currently requiring services and that the gap would be reviewed The motion was made by Trustee Aghakhanian and second Trustee Olson. The motion carried 4-0-1 with the following vote: AYES: Pontzer Kamkar, Cano, Olson Aghakhanian ABSENT: Weisberg 16. BOARD REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS • Trustee Olson Recognized the Arts and Education Foundation event with a strong community turnout and the honoring of Dr. Roberta Reynolds. • Trustee Aghakhanian congratulated the Arts and Education Foundation honorees and reported on an UndocuAdvocates training for faculty and staff held that day on supporting undocumented students included access to higher education. • Trustee Cano congratulated Mr. Lawrence, music teacher at Muir Middle School and Muir Jazz Band on a recent performance.

BURBANK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Thursday, October 8, 2026 5:00 P.M. - Closed Session 6:00 P.M. - Open Session Burbank Unified School District 1900 W. Olive Ave Third Floor - Board Room Burbank, California AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER a. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC The entire agenda packet is available for review online at www.burbankusd.org/boemeetings; at the District Office Building, Superintendent's Office, 1900 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, 91506; and at the Reference Desk in all Burbank City Libraries at: 110 N. Glenoaks, Burbank, 91502; 300 N. Buena Vista, Burbank, 91505; and 3323 W. Victory Blvd., Burbank, 91505. The District is providing alternatives to in-person attendance for viewing and participating. Any individual or group representative may address the Board of Education on any agenda item or subject within its jurisdiction during one of the three Public Comments sections. Instructions for Virtual Public Speakers Who Wish to Address the Board: 1. Speakers who wish to provide a Public Comment virtually should sign up at this link: https://forms.gle/XrYpZ7M2hMb1LJCS7 3pm on Wednesday, October 7. Please indicate if your comment pertains to (1) an item on this agenda, or (2) a subject within the jurisdiction of the Board of Education. Closed Session Public Comments must be given in person. 2. The Zoom Webinar will open at 5:30 p.m. Speakers are asked to rename their Zoom profile to indicate their full name to expedite this process. Please note that only those individuals who have signed up to speak prior to 3:00 p.m. on the day before, will be allowed to enter the Zoom Webinar. Speakers will receive an email Wednesday afternoon with the Zoom Webinar login details. 3. When it is time for a speaker to address the Board, the speakers name will be called and the speaker should activate their microphone and camera. Speakers must be present in the Zoom Webinar when their name is called in order to address the Board. Speakers are also requested to state their name (and their pronouns, if desired) prior to addressing the Board. Please note that the chat function will be disabled. 1 Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026

2. REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD a. Public Communications on Closed Session Agenda Items 3. CLOSED SESSION a. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Resignation/Reassignment/Employment b. Conference with Legal Counsel - Pending Litigation, Pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d) Number of Cases - 3 c. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation, Pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(1) In the Matter of OAH Case: 2026080506 4. RECONVENE IN PUBLIC SESSION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 5. REPORTING ON CLOSED SESSION 6. ADOPTION OF AGENDA 7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4. After a speaker completes their public comment, or if the three-minute (3) time limit has been reached, the speaker will be removed from the Zoom Webinar and can continue watching the meeting by streaming it at www.burbankusd.org/boemeetings 5. If you would like to make a Public Comment and require Armenian, Spanish, or ASL translation, please email stephaniebeauregard@burbankusd.org prior to 3:00 p.m. the day before the meeting to receive a registration link. Those persons wishing to address the Board may do so at this time and are asked to complete a speaker card. All public comments are to be directed to the Board President. Individual speakers shall be allowed three (3) minutes to address the Board on each agenda or non- agenda item. However, in exceptional circumstances when necessary to ensure full opportunity for public input, the President may, with Board consent, adjust the amount of time allowed for public input and/or the time allotted for each speaker. Any such adjustment shall be done equitably so as to allow a diversity of viewpoints. The President may also ask members of the public with the same viewpoint to elect a few individuals to address the Board on behalf of that viewpoint. Please refer to the complete text of Burbank Unified School District Board Bylaw 9323: Meeting Conduct - Public Participation. Due to the Brown Act that governs public meetings, the Board cannot respond directly to public comment. The Board can direct the Superintendent and staff to meet with members of the public to better understand their concerns or points of view. The Board will meet in Closed Session for the purpose of the following: When the Board of Education reconvenes in Public Session, the Board may make any required disclosures regarding actions taken in Closed Session or adopt any appropriate resolutions concerning these matters. We acknowledge the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the Chumash, Tongva, Fernandeño Tataviam, and First Nations on which we are learning, educating, and living. 2 Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026

a. Consideration of Approval of Minutes from the Regular Board Meeting held September 17, 2026 8. ITEMS FOR FUTURE CONSIDERATION 9. REPORTS FROM STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES TO THE BOARD a. Student Representatives 10. REPORTS FROM LABOR PARTNERS - BURBANK TEACHERS ASSOCIATION (BTA) AND CALIFORNIA SCHOOL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (CSEA) 11. PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITIONS a. Recognition of 2026 Los Angeles County Teacher of the Year Heidi VanKooten b. Clerk's Cup 2026 c. Presentation on the PARS Supplementary Retirement Plan (SRP) d. Public Hearing Regarding Sufficiency of Textbooks and Instructional Materials for the 2026- 2027 School Year 12. REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD a. Public Communications on Agenda Items Minutes 091726.pdf Avvo Ilangesyan, BHS, Sabrina Coto, JBHS, and Megan Avanesian, MHS; will report on activities at their respective schools. District Administration proudly recommends that the Board of Trustees recognize and congratulate Heidi VanKooten on the distinguished honor of being named a 2026-27 Los Angeles County Teacher of the Year and celebrate this outstanding achievement. 11a Recognition of LACOE Teacher of the Year-Heidi Van Kooten.pdf District Administration recommends that the Board of Trustees receive the presentation regarding the 2026 Clerks’ Cup Student Voter Registration Competition. 11b Clerk s Cup 2026 Presentation.pdf It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Education receive the presentation, as presented. 11c Presentation on the PARS Supplementary Retirement Plan (SRP).pdf District Administration recommends that the Board of Trustees conduct the public hearing regarding the sufficiency of pupil textbooks and instructional materials for the 2026-2027 school year and receive public comment as required by California Education Code Section 60119. 11d Public Hearing Notice-Sufficiency of Textbooks 2026 2027.pdf Those persons wishing to address the Board may do so at this time and are asked to complete a speaker card. All public comments are to be directed to the Board President. Individual speakers shall be allowed three (3) minutes to address the Board on each agenda or non- agenda item. However, in exceptional circumstances when necessary to ensure full opportunity for public input, the President may, with Board consent, adjust the amount of time allowed for public input and/or the time allotted for each speaker. Any such adjustment shall be done equitably so as to allow a diversity of viewpoints. The President may also ask 3 Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026

13. SUPERINTENDENTS REPORT 14. ACTION ITEMS a. Consideration of Approval of Joint Resolution 8-27 from BUSD/BTA/CSEA/BASA in Support of Prop 3 The Childrens Education and Health Care Protection Act of 2026 b. Consideration of Adoption of Resolution No. 9-27 Authorizing a Supplementary Retirement Plan with Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) c. Consideration of Approval of Purchase Agreement with Weatherstem for Protect One Weather Monitoring Systems General Fund d. Consideration of Revision of Board Policy 3300 Expenditures and Purchases [First Reading] e. Consideration of Revision of Board Policy 3312 Contracts [First Reading] f. Consideration of Adoption of Resolution 10-27 Proclaiming October 12, 2026 through October 18, 2026, as Week of the School Administrator members of the public with the same viewpoint to elect a few individuals to address the Board on behalf of that viewpoint. Please refer to the complete text of Burbank Unified School District Board Bylaw 9323: Meeting Conduct - Public Participation. Due to the Brown Act that governs public meetings, the Board cannot respond directly to public comment. The Board can direct the Superintendent and staff to meet with members of the public to better understand their concerns or points of view. SUPERINTENDENT 14a Joint Resolution 8-27 in Support of Prop 3.pdf BUSINESS SERVICES It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees adopt Resolution No. 9-27, as presented. 14b Consideration of Adoption of Resolution No. 9-27 Authorizing a Supplementary Retirement Plan with (PARS) - General Fund.pdf It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees approve the purchase agreement with Weatherstem, as presented. 14c Consideration of Approval of Purchase Agreement with Weatherstem for Protect One Weather Monitoring Systems - General Fund.pdf It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees approve the first reading of Board Policy 3300 - Expenditures and Purchases, as presented. 14d Consideration of Revision of Board Policy 3300 Expenditures and Purchases First Reading.pdf It is the recommendation of district administration that The Board of Trustees approve the first reading of Board Policy 3312 - Contracts, as presented. 14e Consideration of Revision of Board Policy 3312 Contracts First Reading.pdf HUMAN RESOURCES It is recommendation of the District Administration that the Board of Trustees adopt Resolution 10-27 Proclaiming October 12, 2026 through October 18, 2026, as Week of the School Administrator, as presented. 4 Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026

g. Consideration of Adoption of Resolution 11-27 Proclaiming October 18, 2026 through October 24, 2026, as United Against Hate Week h. Consideration of Adoption of Resolution 12-27 Sufficiency of Pupil Textbooks and Instructional Materials i. Consideration of Approval to Submit the BHS Animation Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Registration j. Consideration of Approval of Agreement with Thrively for Thrively Pro Platform k. Consideration of Approval of Agreement with CAST, Inc. for Universal Design For Learning l. Consideration of Approval of Board Regulation and Revision to Board Policy 4020 Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace [First Reading] 14f Consideration of Adoption of Resolution 10-27 Proclaiming October 12, 2026 through October 18, 2026, as Week of the School Administrator.pdf INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees adopt Resolution 11-27 Proclaiming October 18, 2026, through October 24, 2026, as United Against Hate Week, as presented. 14g Consideration of Adoption of Resolution 11-27 Proclaiming Oct. 18-24 as United Against Hate Week.pdf It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees adopt Resolution 12-27 In the Matter of Determining Sufficiency of Pupil Textbooks and Instructional Materials and Instructional Materials Funding Realignment Program (IMFRP) Certification of Provision of Standards-Aligned Instructional Materials, 2026-2027, as presented. 14h Consideration of Adoption of Resolution 12-27 Sufficiency of Pupil Textbooks and Instructional Materials.pdf It is the recommendation of the District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve submission of the Burbank High School Animation pre-apprenticeship program application for registration with the California Division of Apprenticeship Standards, in partnership with the BRIC Foundation, as presented. 14i Consideration of Approval to Submit BHS Animation Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Registration..pdf It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement with Thrively, for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, as presented. 14j Consideration of Approval for Agremeent with Thrively for Thrively Pro Platform.pdf It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement with CAST, Inc. for Universal Design for Learning, as presented. 14k Consideration of Approval-Agreement with CAST Universal Design for Learning.pdf BOARD POLICIES It is recommended by District Administration that the Board approve Regulation and Revision to Board Policy 4020 Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace, as presented. 14l Consideration of Approval of Board Regulation and Revision to Board Policy 4020 Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace.pdf 5 Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026

15. CONSENT AGENDA a. Consideration of Approval of Agreement for Administrative Services with Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) General Fund b. Consideration of Approval of Deductive Change Order No. 1 with Sierra School Equipment Co. for the Furnishing and Installation of New Crusader Chairs at George Washington Elementary School Auditorium Gift Fund c. Consideration of Approval of Award of Contract to American Power Systems, LLC Utilizing NASPO Cooperative Purchasing Master Agreement No. 00318 for Emergency Management Lighting System Replacement at Burbank High School Measure ABC d. Consideration of Approval of Award of Contract to American Power Systems, LLC Utilizing NASPO Cooperative Purchasing Master Agreement No. 00318 for Emergency Management Lighting System Replacement at John Burroughs High School Measure ABC e. Consideration of Approval of Amendment to PJHM Architects Contract for Edison Elementary School Secure Entry Project Measure ABC f. Consideration of Approval of Agreement with GeoSystems, Inc. for Geotechnical Services for the Burbank High School Softball Field Measure ABC All items on the Consent Agenda are considered by the Superintendent to be of a routine nature and are acted on with one motion. Any recommendation may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any Board member and acted on separately. BUSINESS SERVICES It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement for Administrative Services with Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS), as presented. 15a Consideration of Approval of Agreement for Administrative Services with Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) - General Fund.pdf It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees approve Deductive Change Order No. 1 with Sierra School Equipment Co., as presented. 15b Consideration of Approval of Deductive Change Order No. 1 with Sierra School Equip for Crusader Chairs at Washington - Gift Fund.pdf It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees approve the award of contract to American Power Systems, LLC, as presented. 15c Consideration of Approval of AOC to American Power Systems, LLC Utilizing NASPO Master Agreement No. 00318 for EMS at BHS – Measure ABC.pdf It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees approve the award of contract to American Power Systems, LLC, as presented. 15d Consideration of Approval of AOC to American Power Systems, LLC Utilizing NASPO Master Agreement No. 00318 for EMS at JBHS – Measure ABC.pdf It is recommendation of the District administration that the Board of Trustees approve the amendment to PJHM Architects contract, as presented. 15e Consideration of Approval of Amendment to PJHM Architects Contract for Edison Secure Entry Project – Measure ABC.pdf It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees approve the agreement with GeoSystems, Inc., as presented. 6 Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026

g. Consideration of Notice of Completion for Hellas Construction, Inc. for the John Burroughs High School Turf Replacement Project Measure ABC h. Consideration of Approval of Professional Services Agreement with King Consulting for California School Facilities Funding Consulting Services - Special Reserve Fund i. Consideration of Ratification of Amendment to Nutrition Services Vehicle Acquisition with Enterprise Fleet Management Nutrition Fund j. Consideration of Ratification of Agreement with CDW Government LLC for Google Workspace for Education Plus General Fund k. Consideration of Approval of Amendment to Certification of Signatures l. Consideration of Acceptance of the 2026-2027 Purchase Order Report m. Consideration of Approval of Personnel Report 25-26-04 n. Consideration of Ratification of University Agreement with Alliant University 15f Consideration of Approval of Agreement with GeoSystems, Inc. for Geotechnical Services for the BHS Softball Field – Measure ABC.pdf It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees approve the Notice of Completion and related project closeout items with Hellas Construction, Inc., as presented. 15g Consideration of Notice of Completion for Hellas Construction for John Burroughs HS Turf Memorial Field - Measure ABC.pdf It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees approve the Professional Services Agreement with King Consulting, as presented. 15h Consideration of Approval of Agreement with King Consulting for California School Facilities Funding - Special Reserve.pdf It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees ratify the amendment to the Nutrition Services vehicle acquisition with Enterprise Fleet Management, as presented. 15i Consideration of Ratification of Amendment to Nutrition Services Vehicle Acquisition with Enterprise Fleet Management – Nutrition Fund.pdf It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees ratify the agreement with CDW Government LLC, as presented. 15j Consideration of Ratification of Agreement with CDW Government LLC for Google Workspace for Education Plus – General Fund.pdf It is the recommendation of District administration that the Board of Trustees approve the amended Certification of Signatures, as presented. 15k Consideration of Approval of Amendment to Certification of Signatures.pdf 15l Consideration of Acceptance of the 2026-2027 Purchase Order Report.pdf HUMAN RESOURCES It is recommendation of the District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve the Personnel Report 26-27-04, as presented. 15m Consideration of Approval of Personnell Report 26-27-04.pdf It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees ratify the University Agreement with Alliant University, as presented. 7 Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026

o. Consideration of Ratification of University Agreement with California State University, East Bay p. Consideration of Approval of University Agreement with California State University, Northridge q. Consideration of Approval of Variable Waiver Request Certificated r. Consideration of Amendment to the Agreement for Professional Services with Jayme Adelson-Goldstein with Lighthearted Learning for Instructional Support at Burbank Adult School - Adult School Fund s. Consideration of Approval of Instructional Consultants to Provide Music, Theater, Visual Arts Instruction and ELD Staff Development t. Consideration of Ratification of Instructional Consultants to Provide Choir Instruction and After School Culinary Enrichment Instruction u. Consideration of Approval of Williams Quarterly Report 15n Consideration of Ratification of University Agreement with Alliant University.pdf It is the recommendation by District Administration that the Board of Trustees ratify the University Agreement with California State University, East Bay, as presented. 15o Consideration of Ratification of University Agreement with California State University, East Bay.pdf It is the recommendation of the District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve the University Agreement with California State University, Northridge, as presented. 15p Consideration of Approval of University Agreement with California State University, Northridge.pdf It is the recommendation of the District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve the Variable Waiver Request- Certificated, as presented. 15q Consideration of Approval of Variable Waiver Request- Certificated.pdf It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve the Amendment to the Agreement for Professional Services with Jayme Adelson-Goldstein with Lighthearted Learning for Instructional Support at Burbank Adult School- Adult School Fund, as presented. 15r Consideration of Amendment to the Agreement of Professional Services with Jayme Adelson-Goldstein with Lightheatred Learning for Instructional Support at Burbank Adult School.pdf INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve instructional consultants to provide music, theater, visual arts instruction and ELD Staff Development, as presented. 15s Consideration of Approval of Instructional Consultants.pdf It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees ratify the instructional consultant services to provide choir instruction and after school culinary enrichment instruction, as presented. 15t Consideration of Ratification of Instructional Consultants.pdf It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve the 8 Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026

v. Consideration of Ratification of Professional Services with Professional Tutors of America, Inc. w. Consideration of Approval of Agreement with IXL Learning x. Consideration of Ratification of Professional Services with UpLift Medical Staffing LLC 16. BOARD REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS 17. ADJOURNMENT Williams Quarterly Report on Uniform Complaints 2026-2027, Report Summary No. 1, July 1 through September 30, 2026, as presented. 15u Consideration of Approval of Williams Quarterly Report.pdf SPECIAL EDUCATION It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees ratify Professional Tutors of America, Inc., as presented. Consideration of Ratification of Professional Services with Professional Tutors of America, Inc..pdf It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve IXL Learning, as presented. Consideration of Approval of Agreement with IXL Learning.pdf It is the recommendation of District Administration that the Board of Trustees ratify UpLift Medical Staffing LLC, as presented. Consideration of Ratification of Professional Services with UpLift Medical Staffing LLC.pdf 9 Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026

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