Regular Board Meeting

4 Wednesday, March 6, 2024 Regular Board Meeting DATE: Wednesday, March 6, 2024 6:00 PM - Open Session Education is an essential function, and we value your input. Therefore, the District is providing appropriate opportunities for public participation. Public viewing is available via regular broadcast on television and through internet live-stream on the CVUSD website at: http://www.conejousd.org/Board-of-Education/Board-Meeting-Videos-Watch-Live Members of the public may speak on a specific agenda item or during the Public Comments portion of the Board meeting on an item that is not listed on the agenda through the following process: - In Person Comment: If you would like to speak on an agenda item in person, please complete a speaker card (blue) and hand it to the recording secretary prior to the start of that agenda item. If you would like to make comments about items not on the agenda, a speaker card should be completed and turned in prior to the Public Comments section of the agenda. If you intend to donate time to another speaker, please hand in both speaker cards at the same time to the recording secretary. The information on the speaker cards will assist the Board President in conducting the meeting and will become public record. Please note that if you have any materials to hand to Board members, please provide those materials to the recording secretary for distribution to the Board. - If you wish to register your concern on a topic but not speak, please fill out a public written statement form (yellow) and hand it to the recording secretary. Board members will be provided with these statements after the Board meeting. When participating in person, please remember that you are participating in an official meeting of the District's Governing Board. Please present your comments in a factual, respectful, and dignified manner that models how we expect our children to participate in the democratic process. Know that your comments may be heard by students who are present in this room or students who may watch the broadcast of this meeting. You may also participate in the meeting by submitting your written comment via email to sfehlman@conejousd.org (please indicate the agenda number in the subject line). To give the District adequate time to provide your comments to the Board of Education, please submit your comments prior to 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting (Wednesday, March 6, 2024). Board members will review these written comments prior to the Board meeting. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in the Board of Education meeting, please contact the District at (805) 497-9511, extension 1101, within 48 hours of the meeting. Please be advised that communications directed to the Board of Education are public records and are subject to disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act and Brown Act unless exempt from disclosure under the applicable law. Communications will NOT be edited for redactions; will be printed/posted as submitted. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the Board cannot enter into a formal discussion nor can a decision be made in regard to public comments. The Board may provide a reference to staff or other resources of information, request staff to report back at a subsequent meeting, or direct staff to place an item on a future agenda. PLEASE NOTE: Public comments will be limited to three minutes. On those occasions where there is an unusually large number of requests to speak, the President of the Board may make the decision to decrease the time for individual speakers and/or the total time. Thank you! 1. OPEN SESSION Subject A. Call the Meeting to Order Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 1. OPEN SESSION Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 1. OPEN SESSION Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Open Session Procedures Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 1. OPEN SESSION Type Procedural File Attachments Subject D. Approval of the Agenda Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 1. OPEN SESSION Type Procedural File Attachments Subject E. Student Recognitions Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 1. OPEN SESSION Type Information, Procedural The Board and District staff will recognize students for the following academic and visual/performing arts accomplishments: 2024 Ventura County Academic Decathlon Champions - Westlake High School File Attachments Subject F. Report from Parent Organization - Special Education District Advisory Council (SEDAC) Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 1. OPEN SESSION Type Information Goals Goal 3: Provide two-way communication and targeted outreach that engages and informs the community of programs, policies, and opportunities, and also builds strong connections among families, community members, and CVUSD schools. Report provided by SEDAC Chairperson Denise Benic. File Attachments Subject G. Comments - Public Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 1. OPEN SESSION Type Procedural Public Comments: The Board appreciates active and respectful participation by the public Comments on specific agenda items must be made when the agenda item is called Comments on topics not on the agenda should be made during the Public Comment segment of the meeting No action or discussion can be undertaken for items not on the agenda Board or staff can briefly respond or ask clarifying questions Be aware that all comments will be heard by those watching Please make comments factual and respectful Please respect the privacy rights of students and employees Public Comments - Process: If you wish to speak on a specific agenda item , submit a speaker card (blue) to the recording secretary prior to the start of that agenda item. If you wish to speak on a topic that is not on the agenda , submit your speaker card (blue) prior to the Public Comments segment of the meeting. Opportunity to speak will be closed once each agenda item begins All speakers will receive 3 minutes to speak File Attachments Subject H. Comments - Board of Education Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 1. OPEN SESSION Type Procedural Pursuant to the Brown Act, the Board of Education cannot enter into formal discussion with individuals making public comments to the Board. The Board cannot take action on any issues raised during public comments that are not on the meeting agenda. Individual Board members may respond to public comments during the Individual Board Member’s Comments section of the agenda. File Attachments Subject I. Comments - Superintendent Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 1. OPEN SESSION Type Procedural Pursuant to the Brown Act, the Board of Education cannot enter into formal discussion with individuals making public comments to the Board. The Board cannot take action on any issues raised during public comments that are not on the meeting agenda. Individual Board members may respond to public comments during the Individual Board Member’s Comments section of the agenda. File Attachments 2. ACTION ITEMS - GENERAL Subject A. Business Services - 2023-2024 Second Interim Financial Statements Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 2. ACTION ITEMS - GENERAL Type Action Recommended Action Approve the 2023-2024 Second Interim Financial Statements, as submitted. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the submission of the 2023-2024 Second Interim Financial Statements? INFORMATION: In accordance with Education Code Section 42131, school districts are required to certify twice a year regarding their ability to meet financial obligations for the remainder of the current fiscal year and the subsequent two fiscal years. The Second Interim report details the District's financial status and projections as of January 31. The Conejo Valley Unified School District makes a POSITIVE certification. FISCAL IMPACT: As presented. Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Susan Tucker Director, Fiscal Services On behalf of, Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D. Deputy Superintendent, Business Services MWM:VPH:ST:mn File Attachments 2024 Second Interim Presentation.pdf (886 KB) 2023-24 Second Interim SACS Report.pdf (1,562 KB) Subject B. Human Resources - Notice of Public Hearing to Approve the Submission of the Disclosure of Collective Bargaining Agreement (AB 1200) for 2023-2024 Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 2. ACTION ITEMS - GENERAL Type Information,Public Hearing Goals Goal N/A ISSUE: The Board of Education shall hold a public hearing on the Disclosure of Collective Bargaining Agreement for the California School Employees Association and its Conejo Chapter 620 (AB 1200) for 2023-2024. INFORMATION: The District has reached a tentative Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with the California School Employees Association (CSEA) and its Conejo Chapter 620. The agreement includes a change in compensation, and Government Code Section 3547.5 requires that the public is aware of the costs associated with a tentative collective bargaining agreement before it becomes binding on the District. The law established the attached document, known as Assembly Bill (AB 1200), as the vehicle to detail these costs, and substantiates that the District can meet the financial obligation of the CBA, including positive certification by Dr. Mark McLaughlin, Superintendent, and Dr. Victor Hayek, Deputy Superintendent, Business Services. The CBA and accompanying AB 1200 calculations effectively cover those included under CSEA. A public hearing precedes the consideration of the agreement noted on Item 2C of the current agenda. The AB 1200 disclosure, along with copies of the Tentative Agreement, have been forwarded to the Ventura County Office of Education for review. FISCAL IMPACT : The financial impact of the Tentative Agreements are described in detail in the Public Disclosure of Collective Bargaining document that is being presented to the Board of Education for approval. Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Shauna B. Ashmore Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources MWM:SBA:mj File Attachments NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AB1200-CSEA.pdf (112 KB) AB1200CSEA2324.pdf (135 KB) Subject C. Human Resources - Approval of Tentative Agreement Between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and the California School Employees Association (CSEA) Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 2. ACTION ITEMS - GENERAL Type Action Recommended Action Approve the Tentative Agreement with the California School Employees Association and its Conejo Chapter 620, as submitted. Goals Goal 2: Recruit, develop, and retain highly qualified, diverse, and effective staff. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the proposed Tentative Agreement with the California School Employees Association (CSEA) and its Conejo Chapter 620? INFORMATION: The proposed Tentative Agreement provides for a $1.50 increase to the 2023-24 base salary schedule beginning July 1, 2023. Retro pay shall be calculated and paid on base salary only from July 1, 2023, through the ratification date for current employees as of the date of ratification. Prior to approval and pursuant to the Disclosure of Collective Bargaining Agreement (AB 1200), the Board of Education must conduct a Public Hearing on the proposed agreement. The details of the Tentative Agreement are outlined in the document below. Staff is recommending that the Board grant the increase per this agreement. FISCAL IMPACT: The financial impact of the Tentative Agreement is described in detail in the Public Disclosure of Collective Bargaining document that was considered by the Board of Education on Agenda Item 2B. Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Shauna B. Ashmore Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources MWM:SBA:mj File Attachments Tentative Agreement between CSEA and CVUSD 1.22.24.pdf (197 KB) 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Subject A. Board of Education - Approval of Minutes Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action Approve the Board of Education meeting minutes, as submitted. Goals Goal 3: Provide two-way communication and targeted outreach that engages and informs the community of programs, policies, and opportunities, and also builds strong connections among families, community members, and CVUSD schools. These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action Items. Approval of the Minutes: Regular Meeting of February 21, 2024 File Attachments Board Minutes 02.21.24.pdf (213 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject B. Human Resources - Personnel Assignment Orders Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Assignment Orders, as submitted. Goals Goal 2: Recruit, develop, and retain highly qualified, diverse, and effective staff. 1. Certificated Service: A. Establishment / Modification / Elimination of Positions Order #: None B. New Employment / Assignment Change / Change in Status: Administrators, General/Special Education Teachers, School Psychologists Order #: R23-730 - R23-755 C. Interns / Student Teachers / Agency Hires Order #: R23-756 - R23-758 2. Certificated Service - Exempt: A. New Employment / Assignment Change / Change in Status: Coaches Order #: E23-267 B. New Employment / Assignment Change / Change in Status: Specialists, Substitutes, Others Order #: E23-268 - E23-272 3. Classified Service: A. Establishment / Modification / Elimination of Positions Order #: C23-500 - C23-501 B. New Employment (Prob to Perm) / Assignment Change / Change in Status Orders #: C23-502 - C23-512 C. Substitute / Provisional / Additional Assignment / Change in Status Orders #: C23-513 - C23-517 4. Classified Service - Exempt: A. Walk-on Coach Orders #: E23-598 - E23-603 B. Specialist, Proctor, Student Helper, Others Orders #: E23-604 - E23-606 File Attachments 3.6.24 Certificated.pdf (149 KB) 3-6-24 Classified.pdf (167 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject C. Human Resources - Approval of Agreement Between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and Idaho State University Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the Speech Language Pathology Program Student Placement Agreement between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and Idaho State University, as submitted. Goals Goal 2: Recruit, develop, and retain highly qualified, diverse, and effective staff. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the Speech Langauge Pathology Program Student Placement Agreement between the Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) and Idaho State University? INFORMATION : Idaho State University has a Speech Language Pathology Program that allows Idaho State University students living in the CVUSD area to gain clinical training experience in a public school setting. This program requires supervision and facilities where students can gain experience in the public school setting as required in the curriculum. The District has the educational setting, supervision, and equipment needed by the students enrolled in the Speech Language Pathology Program Program and can provide the opportunity for students to obtain their clinical training experience. A District credentialed Speech Language Pathologists will mentor, observe, and provide a summary assessment for the students involved in their placement for the District. This agreement allows for students interested in Speech Language Pathology and Occupational Therapy in a public school setting, the opportunity to become familiar with the District program. FISCAL IMPACT: None Respectfully submitted, Mark W McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Shauna B. Ashmore Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources MWM:JV:mj File Attachments CVUSD-ISU_Speech-Language_Pathology_2024-2027.pdf (281 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject D. Human Resources - Approval of Agreement Between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and Azusa Pacific University Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the Student Teacher Placement Agreement between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and Azusa Pacific University, as submitted. Goals Goal 2: Recruit, develop, and retain highly qualified, diverse, and effective staff. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the Student Teacher Placement Agreement between the Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) and Azusa Pacific University? INFORMATION : Azusa Pacific University has a teacher credentialing program that allows Azusa Pacific University students to gain adapted physical education student teaching experience in a public school setting. This program requires supervision and facilities where students can gain experience in the public school setting as required in the curriculum. The District has the educational setting, supervision, and equipment needed by the students enrolled in the teacher credential program and can provide the opportunity for students to obtain their student teaching experience. A District credentialed teacher will mentor, observe, and complete reports on student performance for the students involved in their teaching for the District. This agreement allows for students inovlved in the adapted physical education teacher credentialing program to gain expereince with students in the classroom. FISCAL IMPACT: None Respectfully submitted, Mark W McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Shauna B. Ashmore Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources MWM:JV:mj File Attachments Azusa Pacific University and CVUSD APE Agreement.pdf (675 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject E. Human Resources - Approval of School Social Work Agreement Between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and the University of Texas at Arlington Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the School Social Work Agreement between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and the University of Texas at Arlington, as submitted. Goals Goal 2: Recruit, develop, and retain highly qualified, diverse, and effective staff. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the School Social Work Agreement between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and the University of Texas at Arlington? INFORMATION : The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) has an established social work program that allows UTA social work students enrolled in their UTA School of Social Work's program of education for social work to gain internship experience in a public school setting. This program requires supervision and facilities where students can gain experience in the public school setting as required in the curriculum. The District has the educational setting, supervision, and equipment needed by the social work students enrolled in the UTA School of Social Work Program to obtain their directed school social work experience. District credentialed/licensed staff will mentor, observe, and provide a summary assessment for the students involved in their intern placement. FISCAL IMPACT: None Respectfully submitted, Mark W McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Shauna B. Ashmore Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources MWM:SBA:mj File Attachments CVUSD_UAT_Social_Work_Agreement.pdf (366 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject F. Human Resources - Approval of the Vocational Education Paid Intern Agreement Between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and the Ventura County Office of Education Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the Vocational Education Paid Intern Agreement between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and the Ventura County of Education, as submitted. Goals Goal 2: Recruit, develop, and retain highly qualified, diverse, and effective staff. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the Vocational Education Paid Intern Agreement between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and the Ventura County Office of Education? INFORMATION : The Ventura Office of Education (VCOE) has an established CEC/Automotive Technology Program that allows Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) students to receive paid internships for their participation. This agreement allows for the competencies listed in the agreement to be taught while the student is receiving a paid internship from CVUSD. The CEC/Automotive Technology Program at VCOE has the educational setting, supervision, and equipment needed by the automotive students enrolled in the internship to obtain the directed work experience needed. The district will pay the student intern the student worker rate of $16.00 per hour for up to 12.5 hours a week while attending the program. FISCAL IMPACT: Estimated cost not to exceed $4,000. Respectfully submitted, Mark W McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Shauna B. Ashmore Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources MWM:SBA:mj File Attachments Contract and RS-VCOE Coop Vocational Ed_Paid Intern Agreement.pdf (2,522 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject G. Human Resources - Approval of New Contract - Holman Family Counseling, Inc. Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the new contract with Holman Family Counseling, Inc., as submitted. Goals Goal 2: Recruit, develop, and retain highly qualified, diverse, and effective staff. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the new contract with Holman Family Counseling, Inc.? INFORMATION : As part of the Conejo Cares Healthy Living Program, Holman Family Counseling, Inc. will be providing three webinars for Conejo Valley Unified School District employees. These webinars include one hour sessions on the following topics: sleep and exercise, healthy eating, and mindfulness. During a Conejo Cares survey with employees earlier in the school year, these topics were identified as high interest topics for CVUSD employees. FISCAL IMPACT: $600.00 to be paid for with Conejo Cares Healthy Living Program funds. Respectfully submitted, Mark W McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Shauna B. Ashmore Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources MWM:SBA:mj File Attachments CVUSD - Holman Family Counseling, Inc. Services Agreement.pdf (6,637 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject H. Human Resources - Approval of Amendments to Board Policy 4112.9 and Approval of New Exhibit 4112.9-E(1) - Employee Notifications Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the amendments to Board Policy 4112.9 and approve new Exhibit 4112.9-E(1) - Employee Notifications, as submitted. Goals Goal 2: Recruit, develop, and retain highly qualified, diverse, and effective staff. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the amendments to Board Policy 4112.9 and approve new Exhibit 4112.9-E(1) - Employee Notifications? INFORMATION: Changes to the Board policy are primarily minor with additional policy references added based on updated law. The exhibit, new to the district, details when employee notifications are required to be made and which employee groups need to receive the notifications. It also lists the education or legal code for each notification, as well as any Board policy or administrative regulation. LEGEND: Red - Existing Notes Red/Bold - New GAMUT Notes Black/Bold - New GAMUT Language Black/Bold/Italics - New CVUSD Language Blue/Bold - New Federal Program Monitoring Language Blue/Bold/Italics - CVUSD Language Following Input Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Shauna B. Ashmore Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources MWM:SBA:mj File Attachments BP4112.9 Employee Notifications 3.2023.pdf (288 KB) 4112.9-E(1) Employee Notifications 3.2023.pdf (347 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject I. Instructional Services - Approval of Contracts Under $5,000 Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the contracts under $5,000, as submitted. Goals Goal N/A ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the contracts under $5,000 listed below? INFORMATION: Education Code 17604 states " wherever in this code the power to contract is invested in the governing board of the school district or any member thereof, the power may by a majority vote of the board be delegated to its district superintendent, or to any persons that he or she may designate, or if there be no district superintendent then to any other officer or employee of the district that the board may designate. The delegation of power may be limited as to time, money or subject matter or may be a blanket authorization in advance of its exercise, all as the governing board may direct. However, no contract made pursuant to the delegation and authorization shall be valid or constitute an enforceable obligation against the district unless and until the same shall have been approved or ratified by the governing board, the approval or ratification to be evidenced by a motion of the board duly passed and adopted." Therefore, all contracts are presented to the Board of Education for approval. Contracts over $5,000 will be presented individually as a separate Board agenda item. Company Activity School Amount LCAP Goal Type The Music Center Music Assembly WWD $1,900.00 4 New High Touch High Tech Inc Science Assemblies BAN $1,142.25 N/A New Satellite Sports Group DBA Perfection on Wheels BMX Show for Students CYP $1,567.00 4 New Mobile Zoo of Southern California Mobile Zoo LAD $649.00 3 New CRPD Recess Program MAP $1,800.00 2 Amendment Taiko Drumming Drumming Assembly ACA $0.00 4 New Michaelbrent Collings Author Speech MAD $0.00 2 New Oaks Event Rentals Graduation TOH $3,247.46 N/A New FISCAL IMPACT: See above. Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Kenneth Loo Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services MWM:KL:ew File Attachments New Contract - The Music Center Contract - WWD.pdf (1,252 KB) New Contract - High Touch High Tech Inc - BAN.pdf (897 KB) New Contract - Satellite Sports Group - CYP.pdf (2,773 KB) New Contract - Mobile Zoo of Southern California - LAD.pdf (1,821 KB) Contract Amendment - CRPD - MAP.pdf (550 KB) New Contract - Taiko Drumming - ACA.pdf (548 KB) New Contract - Michaelbrent Collings - MAD.pdf (343 KB) New Contract - Oaks Event Rentals - TOH.pdf (2,136 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject J. Instructional Services - Approval of Amendments to Board Policy 5145.3 - Nondiscrimination/Harassment Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the amendments to Board Policy 5145.3 - Nondiscrimination/Harassment, as submitted. Goals Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the amendments to Board Policy 5145.3 - Nondiscrimination/Harassment? INFORMATION: CVUSD receives updates to Board Policies and Administrative Regulations from GAMUT. GAMUT is a policy update service offered through California School Boards Association (CSBA), which provides information about new laws court opinions which may affect Board Policies, Administrative Regulations and Board Bylaws. All black/bold font shows new Gamut language, and is described below: Amendments to Board Policy 5145.3 reflect new law (AB 1078, 2023) which (1) requires that the district's policy prohibiting discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying include a statement that the policy applies to all acts of the Governing Board and the Superintendent in enacting policies and procedures that govern the district, and (2) clarifies when it is unlawful discrimination for the Board to refuse to approve the use or prohibit the use of any textbook, instructional material, supplemental instructional material, or other curriculum for classroom instruction, or any book or resource in a school library. This policy is also updated to provide that all allegations of unlawful discrimination in district programs and activities shall be brought, investigated, and resolved in accordance with the district's uniform complaint procedures. Additionally, this policy is updated to reflect New U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights Guidance documents which (1) state that a district may not separate students based on race, but may include group discussions or activities that focus on race as part of the curriculum, courses, or programs so long as access or participation is not permitted or limited based on race, (2) provide that a school-sponsored program with emphasis on race, such as a student club, that is open to all students, typically would not violate Title VI solely because of its race-related theme, and (3) address discrimination in the use of discipline based on disability, race, and gender expression. FISCAL IMPACT: None LEGEND : RED - Existing Notes Red/Bold - New GAMUT Notes Black/Bold - New GAMUT Language Black/Bold/Italics - New CVUSD Language Blue/Bold/Italics - CVUSD Language Following Input Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Kenneth Loo Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services MWM:KL:ew File Attachments 03-2024 BP 5145.3 - Nondiscrimination-Harassment.pdf (215 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject K. Instructional Services - Approval of New Contract - In N Out Burger - NPHS Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the new contract with In N Out Burger for Newbury Park High School, as submitted. Goals Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional, physical, and mental well-being for all students through targeted actions and services. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the new contract with In N Out Burger for Newbury Park High School? INFORMATION: In N Out Burger will provide food for the Senior Sunset event taking place on June 11, 2024. This event is for all senior students at Newbury Park High School to gather for one last farewell to their school.  FISCAL IMPACT: $5,786.14 to be paid for with ASG funds Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Brian Mercer Director, High School Education On behalf of, Kenneth Loo Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services MWM:KL:BM:ss File Attachments New Contract - In N Out - NPHS.pdf (2,938 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject L. Instructional Services - Approval of New Contract - Joey Bishop Motorsports - WHS Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the new contract with Joey Bishop Motorsports for Westlake High School, as submitted. Goals Goal N/A ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve a new contract with Joey Bishop Motorsports for Westlake High School? INFORMATION: Joey Bishop Motorsports will provide services to maintain and repair the golf carts on the Westlake High School campus. FISCAL IMPACT: NTE $18,000.00 to be paid for by 001D Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Brian Mercer Director, High School Education On behalf of, Kenneth Loo Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services MWM:KL:BM:ss File Attachments New Contract - Joey Bishop Motorsports - WHS.pdf (2,435 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject M. Instructional Services - Pre-authorization of Overnight Trip Requests for Spring Co-Curricular Teams Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the overnight trips for Spring Co-Curricular teams, as submitted. Goals Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional, physical, and mental well-being for all students through targeted actions and services. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education pre-authorize overnight trips for high school spring co-curricular teams that may advance to the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) playoffs or state competition? INFORMATION: The high school spring co-curricular teams request permission for an overnight trip in the event that the teams qualify for a CIF playoff or state competition that requires an overnight stay due to distance. Pre-authorization is requested only because it cannot be determined in advance whether a team will require such permission until the outcome of the final local competitions. The following activities may be involved: baseball, boys golf, boys/girls lacrosse, softball, boys/girls swimming, boys tennis, boys/girls track & field, and boys volleyball. For athletic events, CIF will reimburse schools a small stipend for food and travel (with prior approval), and in some instances (depending on distance from home), lodging. The remainder of the costs will be paid through Booster Club and Athletic funds. In accordance with Board Policy 6153, no student will be required to fundraise or make payments. There will be no cost to the District. All parents of participants will receive the necessary information, an outline of the itinerary, and a list of student and adult participants. Appropriate forms will be submitted to the Director of High School Education. FISCAL IMPACT: None. Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Brian Mercer Director, High School Education On behalf of, Kenneth Loo Assistant Superintendent Instructional Services MWM:KL:BM:ss File Attachments These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject N. Instructional Services - Overnight Trip Request - WHS Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Conference Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the overnight trip request for Westlake High School for the Future Business Leaders of America Conference, as submitted. Goals Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. Goal 3: Provide two-way communication and targeted outreach that engages and informs the community of programs, policies, and opportunities, and also builds strong connections among families, community members, and CVUSD schools. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the overnight trip for the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Conference as described below? INFORMATION: Ms. Laurie Looker, CTE Coordinator at Westlake High School, Ms. Monica Mora, Westlake High School Counselor, and Mr. Josh Budde, Westlake High School Teacher, request permission to take twenty-five (25) students to Anaheim, California to attend the Future Business Leaders of America State Conference. The trip will take place on Thursday, April 11, 2024, through Sunday, April 14, 2024. The students will miss two (2) days of class, and are required to obtain prior approval from their teachers. The students will travel via district bus to and from the conference. Attending this conference will allow these students to develop their leadership skills and business knowledge by attending the many workshops that are offered and participating in business competitions. FISCAL IMPACT: $10,443.00 to be paid for by CTE Grant funds and FBLA fundraising Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Brian Mercer Director, High School Education On behalf of, Kenneth Loo Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services MWM:KL:BM:ss File Attachments WHS FBLA State Conference Leadership 04-2024.pdf (432 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject O. Instructional Services - Approval of Amendment to Renewal Contract - Premier Martial Arts - Conejo Academy Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the amendment to the renewal contract with Premier Martial Arts for Conejo Academy, as submitted. Goals Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional, physical, and mental well-being for all students through targeted actions and services. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve an amendment to the renewal contract with Premier Martial Arts for Conejo Academy? INFORMATION: Classes will focus on meeting the California PE Standards and the Trans-formative Social Emotional Learning Competencies. An instructor will meet with each class, TK to 5th grade, for 13 weeks. Classes will meet once a week for 30 minutes each session. Students will learn how to set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, make responsible decisions, and understand and manage emotions. FISCAL IMPACT: Not to exceed $5,200 to be funded by Title 1 funds. Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Dena Sellers, Ed.D. Director, Elementary Education On behalf of, Kenneth Loo Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services MWM:KL:DS:pm File Attachments Contract Amendment - Premier Martial Arts - CON.pdf (2,841 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject P. Student Services - Approval of New Contract - Elevation Education Solution, LLC Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the new contract with Elevation Education Solutions, LLC, as submitted. Goals Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional, physical, and mental well-being for all students through targeted actions and services. Goal 2: Recruit, develop, and retain highly qualified, diverse, and effective staff. Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve a new contract with Elevation Education Solutions, LLC? INFORMATION: Elevation Education Solutions, LLC will provide easy-to-use technology and process workflow designed to seamlessly unify the efforts of parents, counselors, teachers, support staff, and administrators to maximize the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional outcomes of students.  FISCAL IMPACT: $4,030.00 to be paid by the Economic Impact Aid LEP fund. Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Ricardo Araiza, Ed.D. Director, Multilingual Learners On behalf of, Dr. Shanna M. Egans Assistant Superintendent, Student Services MWM:SME:RA:nm File Attachments Contract COI - Elevation Education Solutions LLC_v2.pdf (705 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject Q. Student Services - Approval of New Contract with Healthy Screen Habits Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the new contract with Healthy Screen Habits, as submitted. Goals Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the new contract with Healthy Screen Habits? INFORMATION: In a BreakThrough parent presentation, Healthy Screen Habits will address social media use by teens and explore both the benefits and harms that accompany its use. FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated Fiscal Impact is $1,035.00 from the Conejo Schools Foundation (0BTF) funds. Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Christina Harrison Director, Student Support Services On behalf of, Dr. Shanna M. Egans Assistant Superintendent, Student Services MWM:SME:CH:lg File Attachments Healthy Screen Habits - Contract, W-9 and COI 23-24.pdf (302 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject R. Student Services - Approval of Renewal Memorandum of Understanding with Simi Valley Unified School District Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the renewal Memorandum of Understanding with Simi Valley Unified School District, as submitted. Goals Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the renewal Memorandum of Understanding with Simi Valley Unified School District? INFORMATION: Special Education classes and services for a CVUSD student could not be met by the District and/or County at this time. Therefore, in order to provide placement of this student at the recommended educational setting, a Memorandum of Understanding Agreement was established with Simi Valley Unified School District. Contract # Fiscal Impact II-23/24 $22,652.65 FISCAL IMPACT: Special Education funds: $22,652.65 Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Dr. Erin Roderick Director, Special Education, Preschool/Elementary On behalf of, Dr. Shanna M. Egans Assistant Superintendent, Student Services MWM:SME:ER:cc File Attachments SVUSD MOU #II-23-24.pdf (719 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject S. Student Services - Approval of Addendum to Agreement for Inter-District Services (Orientation and Mobility) Between the Ventura County Office of Education and the Conejo Valley Unified School District for the 2023-2024 School Year Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the Addendum to the agreement for Inter-District Services (Orientation and Mobility) between the Ventura County Office of Education and the Conejo Valley Unified School District for the 2023-2024 school year, as submitted. Goals Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the Addendum to the agreement for Inter-District Services (Orientation and Mobility) between the Ventura County Office of Education and the Conejo Valley Unified School District for the 2023-2024 school year? INFORMATION: The Ventura County Office of Education provides SELPA Orientation and Mobility Specialists to the Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) to conduct assessments, provide classroom consultations, direct services, and attend IEP meetings for CVUSD students. The Inter-District Services agreement was Board approved on April 19, 2023, for the amount of $14,157.00. This Addendum will increase the contract amount by $8,843.82, for a grand total of $23,000.82. FISCAL IMPACT: Special Education funds: $23,000.82 Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Dr. Erin Roderick Director, Special Education, Preschool/Elementary and Dawn Thomas Director, Special Education, Secondary/Post-Secondary On behalf of, Dr. Shanna M. Egans Assistant Superintendent, Student Services MWM:SME:ER:DT:cc File Attachments CVUSD Addendum O&M (SELPA24-064A).pdf (402 KB) Board Approval 4-19-23 for VCOE O&M Services.pdf (211 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject T. Student Services - Approval of Addendum to the Agreement for Inter-District Services (Physical Therapy) Between the Ventura County Office of Education and the Conejo Valley Unified School District for the 2023-2024 School Year Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the Addendum to the agreement for Inter-District Services (Physical Therapy) between the Ventura County Office of Education and the Conejo Valley Unified School District for the 2023-2024 school year, as submitted. Goals Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the Addendum to the agreement for Inter-District Services (Physical Therapy) between the Ventura County Office of Education and the Conejo Valley Unified School District for the 2023-2024 school year? INFORMATION: The Ventura County Office of Education provides SELPA Physical Therapy Specialists to the Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) to conduct assessments, provide classroom consultations, direct services, and attend IEP meeting for CVUSD students. The Inter-District Services agreement was Board approved on April 19, 2023, for the amount of $98,576.00. This Addendum will increase the agreement by an additional $16,424.20, for a grand total of $115,000.20. FISCAL IMPACT: Special Education funds: $115,000.20. Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Dr. Erin Roderick Director, Special Education, Preschool/Elementary and Dawn Thomas Director, Special Education, Secondary/Post-Secondary On behalf of, Dr. Shanna M. Egans Assistant Superintendent, Student Services MWM:SME:ER:DT:cc File Attachments CVUSD Addendum PT (SELPA24-063A).pdf (405 KB) Board Approval 4-19-23 for VCOE PT Services.pdf (211 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject U. Student Services - Approval of Addendum to the Agreement for Inter-District Services (Occupational Therapy) Between the Ventura County Office of Education and the Conejo Valley Unified School District for the 2023 Extended School Year Program Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the agreement and addendum for Inter-District Services (Occupational Therapy) between the Ventura County Office of Education and the Conejo Valley Unified School District for the 2023 Extended School Year program, as submitted. Goals Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the agreement and addendum for Inter-District Services (Occupational Therapy) between the Ventura County Office of Education and the Conejo Valley Unified School District for the 2023 Extended School Year program? INFORMATION: The Ventura County Office of Education provides SELPA Occupational Therapy Specialists to the Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) to conduct assessments, provide classroom consultations, direct services, and attend IEP meetings for CVUSD students. The Inter-District Services agreement is for the amount of $3,600.00. The included Addendum will increase the agreement by an additional $6,707.00, for a grand total of $10,307.00. FISCAL IMPACT: Special Education funds: $10,307.00 Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Dr. Erin Roderick Director, Special Education, Preschool/Elementary and Dawn Thomas Director, Special Education, Secondary/Post-Secondary On behalf of, Dr. Shanna M. Egans Assistant Superintendent, Student Services MWM:SME:ER:DT:cc File Attachments CVUSD - OT ESY SELPA24-065.pdf (114 KB) CVUSD Addendum OT (SELPA24-065A).pdf (404 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject V. Student Services - Approval of Second Revision to the Board Approved 2023-2024 SELPA Master Renewal Contract with Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc. Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the second revision to the Board approved 2023-2024 SELPA Master renewal contract with Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc., as submitted. Goals Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the second revision to the Board approved 2023-2024 SELPA Master renewal contract with Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc.? INFORMATION: Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc. is an agency that contracts with the Ventura County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) to provide staff for special education-related service positions. Conejo Valley Unified School District's special education department will work with Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services to hire temporary staff to fill vacant school-related service positions. Due to unfilled vacancies, staffing shortages, and increased agency costs, the Special Education department is requesting approval of a second revision to the Board approved 2023-2024 SELPA Master renewal contract with Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc. on 11/01/23 and 02/07/24, to amend the estimated amount of $500,000.00 to an increased amount of $1,000,000.00. FISCAL IMPACT: Special Education funds: $1,000,000.00 Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Dr. Erin Roderick Director, Special Education, Preschool and Elementary and Dawn Thomas Director, Special Education, Secondary and Post-Secondary On behalf of, Dr. Shanna M. Egans Assistant Superintendent, Student Services MWM:SME:ER:DT:cc File Attachments Maxim Healthcare_Master SELPA Contract 23-24.pdf (10,268 KB) Maxim - Prior Board Approval 11-01-23.pdf (193 KB) 1st Revision Board Approval 02-07-24.pdf (217 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject W. Student Services - Approval of Second Revision to the Board Approved 2023-2024 SELPA Master Renewal Contract with The Genesis Group, Inc. Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the second revision to the Board approved 2023-2024 SELPA Master renewal contract with The Genesis Group, Inc., as submitted. Goals Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the second revision to the Board approved 2023-2024 SELPA Master renewal contract with The Genesis Group, Inc.? INFORMATION: The Genesis Group, Inc. is an agency that contracts with the Ventura County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) to provide staff for special education-related service positions. Conejo Valley Unified School District's special education department will work with The Genesis Group, Inc. to hire temporary staff to fill vacant school-related service positions. Due to unfilled vacancies, staffing shortages, and increased agency costs, the Special Education department is requesting approval of a second revision to the Board approved 2023-2024 SELPA Master renewal contract with The Genesis Group, Inc. on 11/1/23 and 2/07/24, to amend the estimated amount of $500,000.00 to an increased amount of $600,000.00. FISCAL IMPACT: Special Education funds: $600,000.00 Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Dr. Erin Roderick Director, Special Education, Preschool and Elementary and Dawn Thomas Director, Special Education, Secondary and Post-Secondary On behalf of, Dr. Shanna M. Egans Assistant Superintendent, Student Services MWM:SME:ER:DT:cc File Attachments Genesis Group_Master SELPA Contract 23-24.pdf (6,939 KB) Genesis Group - Prior Board Approval 11-01-23.pdf (192 KB) 1st Revised Board Approval 02-07-24.pdf (217 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject X. Student Services - Approval of Second Revision to the Board Approved 2023-2024 SELPA Master Renewal Contract with Cortica Behavioral Health, Inc. Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the second Revision to the Board approved 2023-2024 SELPA Master renewal contract with Cortica Behavioral Health, Inc., as submitted. Goals Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support conditions for optimal learning, equitable access, and positive student outcomes. ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the second revision to the Board approved 2023-2024 SELPA Master renewal contract with Cortica Behavioral Health, Inc.? INFORMATION: Cortica Behavioral Health, Inc. is an agency that contracts with the Ventura County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) to provide staff for special education-related service positions. Conejo Valley Unified School District's special education department will work with Cortica Behavioral Health, Inc. to hire temporary staff to fill vacant school-related service positions. Due to unfilled vacancies, staffing shortages, and increased agency costs, the Special Education department is requesting approval of a revision to the Board approved 2023-2024 SELPA Master renewal contract with Cortica Behavioral Health, Inc. on 11/1/23 and 2/7/24, to amend the estimated amount of $800,000.00 to an increased amount of $1,400,000.00. FISCAL IMPACT: Special Education funds: $1,400,000.00 Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent Prepared by, Dr. Erin Roderick Director, Special Education, Preschool and Elementary and Dawn Thomas Director, Special Education, Secondary and Post-Secondary On behalf of, Dr. Shanna M. Egans Assistant Superintendent, Student Services MWM:SME:ER:DT:cc File Attachments Cortica Behavioral Health_Master SELPA Contract 23-24.pdf (10,176 KB) Cortica - Prior Board Approval 11-01-23.pdf (192 KB) 2nd Board Approval 02-07-24.pdf (217 KB) These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items. Subject Y. Student Services - Approval of Agreement for OAH Case 2023110454 Meeting Mar 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Category 3. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the agreement for OAH Case 2023110454, as submitted. Goals Goal N/A ISSUE: Should the Board of Education approve the agreement for OAH Case 2023110454? Respectfully submitted, Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D. Superintendent On behalf of, Dr. Shanna M. Egans Assistant Superintendent, Student Services File Attachments These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be r