Board of Education Regular Meeting - Feb 25 2025

Board of Education Regular Meeting - Feb 25 2025 Agenda at 5:00 PM Eugene Brucker Education Center Auditorium, 4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103 The link for the livestream will be available HEREprior to the start of the meeting.

A. Opening Ceremony

1. Call to Order, Roll Call, Establish Quorum

2. Flag Ceremony and Pledge of Allegiance The Mira Mesa High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) will present the colors.

3. Land Acknowledgement BACKGROUND: On February 27, 2024, the board adopted a Resolution to include a Land Acknowledgement on all regular meeting agendas.

What is a Land Acknowledgment? A Land Acknowledgement is a formal statement that recognizes and respects Indigenous peoples as traditional stewards of a given geographic area and the enduring relationship that exists between Indigenous Peoples and their ancestral territories. Within the City of San Diego, we recognize the land as Kumeyaay.

Why is a Land Acknowledgment important? Recognizing the land is a practice that honors and respects contemporary Indigenous peoples’ connection to their land since time immemorial. A Land Acknowledgment is a way to express gratitude and appreciation for those whose territory one resides or works on. From an Indigenous perspective, it is important for people to understand the history that brought them to the land and that people seek to comprehend their place within that history. This is especially important since most Indigenous peoples were dispossessed of their lands through deceptive processes. The land San Diego Unified currently occupies, for example, was never legally ceded by Kumeyaay people through treaty or sale. Most Indigenous people consider colonialism as a current and ongoing process. Land Acknowledgments serve to build mindfulness and awareness of colonialism, both past and present. Acknowledging the land is also a common protocol practiced by Indigenous peoples and allies worldwide.

The following San Diego Unified land acknowledgement was developed in partnership with the Kanap Kuahan Coalition, which also worked with the City of San Diego to develop their land acknowledgement.

San Diego Unified Land Acknowledgement The following land acknowledgement will be read or shown on video at the beginning of all School Board meetings. It was developed in partnership with the Kanap Kuahan Coalition, which also worked with the City of San Diego to develop their land acknowledgement.

We respectfully acknowledge that the Kumeyaay people are the original inhabitants and caretakers of these lands, now known as San Diego. Despite the attempted genocide and ongoing impacts of colonization, the Kumeyaay spirit remains unbroken and their traditions continue to thrive as they carry the memories of their ancestors who bravely resisted cultural erasure and fought to protect their land and way of life. In honoring their legacy, we pledge to uphold their cultural heritage and right to safeguard their sacred connection to the land for future generations. With gratitude and strength, we stand with the Kumeyaay, embracing the past while forging a brighter tomorrow.

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B. Adoption of Agenda

C. Recognitions, Proclamations, Resolutions and Student Advisory Board Report

1. Student Advisory Board Report

2. Adoption of Resolution in the Matter of Recognizing March 2, 2025, as Read Across America Day (Barrera/Hazan) RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution in the matter of recognizing March 2, 2025, as Read Across America Day and encourage students, parents, and teachers to participate in activities in celebration of reading. BACKGROUND: San Diego Unified has prioritized literacy in its Student Outcome Goals and is committed to measurably increasing reading achievement. Read Across America Day is a special day designed to encourage children’s enjoyment of reading and inspire children about the wonders of reading. Read Across America Day originated as an initiative organized by the National Education Association in 1998 to create a special day dedicated to inspiring children to read. Since then, Read Across America has become a year-round program designed to promote reading in schools and the event is now a national movement. Research shows a strong positive correlation between a love of reading and reading proficiency. Evidence shows that reading also boosts memory skills and reduces stress, meaning that many skills can be targeted just by picking up a book with a child. Good literacy skills are linked with children accessing the entire curriculum, helping to benefit their learning across the board. Developing early literacy skills is essential to achieving reading proficiency by 3rd grade, which is an important indicator of long term academic and career success. Resolution Read Across America Day, 2-25-2025.pdf

D. Report of Closed Session Actions, Administrative Assignments and Superintendent's Information Report

1. Report on Closed Session

2. Administrative Assignments

3. Superintendent's Information Report

E. Student Instructional Matters

1. Progress Monitoring Report: Interim Goals 3.2. - 3.3 Math: UTK-8 Significant Annual Growth on the FAST and iReady This report is submitted in alignment with the Student Outcomes-Focused Governance (SOFG) Monitoring Calendar. This report is the second progress monitoring report for Goal 3: Problem Solving & Mathematics. Math Interim Progress Goal 3 February 25, 2025[1].pdf Math Interim Progress Goal 3 February 25, 2025[1].pptx Math Interim Progress Goal Monitoring Attachment 1.pdf Math Interim Progress Goal Monitoring Attachment 1.docx

F. Collective Bargaining, Personnel Matters, and Student Discipline

1. None

G. Board Consent Agenda

1. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meetings and Special Meetings RECOMMENDATION: Approve and adopt minutes of regular and special Board of Education meetings. BACKGROUND: The board convenes regular and special meetings. Minutes of all public Board of Education meetings are submitted to the board for review and adoption. Board of Education Regular Meeting - Jan 28 2025 - Minutes - Public.pdf Board of Education Special Meeting_Budget Workshop - Feb 04 2025 - Minutes - Public.pdf

2. Authorization to Excuse Board Members' Absences RECOMMENDATION: Excuse the absence of Student Trustee Cruz from the February 4, 2025 special meeting and Student Trustee Baldis from the February 11, 2025 regular meeting.

H. District Operational Matters

1. Adoption of Resolution Authorizing and Directing the Issuance and Sale of Not to Exceed $210,000,000 of General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Series R-8), $122,000,000 of General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Series SR-5), and $446,000,000 of General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Series ZR-6) of the San Diego Unified School District, Prescribing the Terms of Sale of Said Bonds, Approving Forms of and Authorizing Execution and Delivery of One or More Bond Purchase Contracts, Paying Agent Agreements, Dealer Manager Agreements, Tender Agent Agreements, Invitations to Tender, Escrow Agreements, Disclosure Dissemination Agent Agreements, and Official Statements For Said Bonds, and Authorizing the Execution of Necessary Documents Relating to Said Bonds RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution authorizing and directing the issuance and sale of not to exceed $210,000,000 of General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Series R-8), $122,000,000 of General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Series SR-5), and $446,000,000 of General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Series ZR-6) of the San Diego Unified School District, prescribing the terms of sale of said bonds, approving forms of and authorizing execution, and delivery of one or more bond purchase contracts, paying agent agreements, dealer manager agreements, tender agent agreements, invitations to tender, escrow agreements, disclosure dissemination agent agreements, and official statements for said bonds, and authorizing the execution of necessary documents relating to said bonds. FISCAL IMPACT: None. PRIOR YEAR FISCAL IMPACT: None. IMPACT TO DISTRICT STAFFING: None. CONSULTATION WITH BOARD ADVISORY COMMITTEE: N/A BACKGROUND: At an election held on November 3, 1998, the district sought authorization under Proposition MM to issue general obligation bonds in an amount of up to $1.51 billion. Proposition MM was approved by more than two-thirds of the district's eligible voters voting on the proposition. Proceeds from the sale of bonds are to be used by the district for the specific school facilities projects set forth in Proposition MM. At an election held on November 4, 2008, the district sought authorization under Proposition S to issue general obligation bonds in an amount of up to $2.1 billion. Proposition S was approved by more than 55 percent of the district's eligible voters voting on the proposition. Proceeds from the sale of bonds are to be used by the district for the specific school facilities projects set forth in Proposition S. At an election held on November 6, 2012, the district sought authorization under Proposition Z to issue general obligation bonds in an amount of up to $2.8 billion. Proposition Z was approved by more than 55 percent of the district's eligible voters voting on the proposition. Proceeds from the sale of bonds are to be used by the district for the specific school facilities projects set forth in Proposition Z. The district has previously issued general obligation bonds on an ongoing and consistent basis under Proposition MM since the approval of Proposition MM in November 1998. The District has issued general obligation bonds on an ongoing and consistent basis under Proposition S since the approval of Proposition S in November 2008. The District has issued general obligation bonds on an ongoing and consistent basis under Proposition Z since the approval of Proposition Z in November 2012. The district anticipates issuing refunding bonds to refinance formerly issued Proposition MM bonds, Proposition S bonds and Proposition Z bonds at lower interest rates. The refunding bonds are expected to be issued in up to six series, all on a tax-exempt basis. The Series R-8A Bonds are expected to be issued to provide funds to currently refund currently outstanding Proposition MM bonds, and the Series R-8B Bonds are expected to be issued to provide funds for the tender of currently outstanding Proposition MM bonds. The Series SR-5A Bonds are expected to be issued to provide funds to currently refund currently outstanding Proposition S bonds, and the Series SR-5B Bonds are expected to be issued to provide funds for the tender of currently outstanding Proposition S bonds. The Series ZR-6A Bonds are expected to be issued to provide funds to currently refund currently outstanding Proposition Z bonds, and Series ZR-6B Bonds are expected to be issued to provide funds for the tender of currently outstanding Proposition Z bonds. Bond Purchase Contract (SDUSD Spring 2025 GO Series) (Jefferies)-v2.docx Dealer Manager Agreement (SDUSD Spring 2025 GO Series) (Jefferies)-v2.docx District Resolution - SDUSD Prop MM, S and Z 2025 Refunding and Tender (Spring) 4155-1724-4757 3.docx Escrow Agreement - San Diego USD Prop MM 2025 Ref R-8A (2015R-4) 4135-3641-9413 4.docx Escrow Agreement - San Diego USD Prop S 2025 Ref SR-5A (2016I CAB) 4162-2444-3989 4.docx Escrow Agreement - San Diego USD Prop Z 2025 Ref ZR-6A (2016F&G) 4131-2524-6805 4.docx Invitation to Tender for Purchase - San Diego USD 2025 GO REF Bonds.doc Paying Agent Agreement - SDUSD 2025 Prop ZR-6A (2016 Series F and G) 4164-6668-7830 3.docx Paying Agent Agreement - SDUSD Prop MM 2025R-8A (2015R-4) 4131-6137-9670 3.docx Paying Agent Agreement - SDUSD Prop MM R-8B Tender (Spring) (2016R-5) 4133-7994-2230 3.docx Paying Agent Agreement - SDUSD Prop S 2025-SR-5A (2016 Series I) 4159-2968-5846 3.docx Paying Agent Agreement - SDUSD Prop S SR-5B Tender (Spring) (Series SR-1 and SR-2) 4127-0891-9126 4.docx Paying Agent Agreement - SDUSD Prop Z ZR-6B Tender (Spring) (2017 Series I and 2021 Series ZR-1) 4150-5779-4902 4.docx Preliminary Official Statement - San Diego USD 2025 G.O. Refunding Bonds (MM_S_Z).docx Tender Agent Agreement - San Diego USD 2025.pdf

2. Public Hearing to Consider the Information and Findings Related to Four Construction Contracts for Solar Power Generation Systems at 10 Sites (Group C) with Staten Solar Corporation and Straight Line General Contractors, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: The purpose of this agenda item is to conduct a public hearing to consider four construction contracts with Staten Solar Corporation and Straight Line General Contractors, Inc. (“Solar Vendors”), respectively, for solar power generation systems (“Solar PV System” or “Energy Conservation Services”) at various district sites. Government Code Section 4217.12(a) authorizes a public agency to enter into energy service contracts if its governing board determines it is in the best interest of the public agency. This determination is made at a public hearing during a regularly scheduled board meeting, where public notice is given. Under Government Code 4217.12(a), the Board of Education considers the information and findings provided in an energy analysis along with any comments received during the public hearing prior to authorizing the Energy Conservation Services contracts with Solar Vendors. Based upon the Energy Analyses attached as exhibits A, B, C, and D (“Energy Analyses”), the cost to the district for Solar Vendors to construct the Solar PV System will be less than the anticipated marginal cost to the district of thermal, electrical, or other energy that would have been consumed by the district without the Solar PV System. For the 4 sites (Dailard, Ericson, Hickman, and Miramar Ranch Elementary Schools) proposed for contract award to Staten Solar Corporation, the District will realize savings in energy costs of $13,552,000 through 2050 (the expected life of the Solar PV System). For the 1 site (Dingeman Elementary School) proposed for contract award to Straight Line General Contractors, Inc. (SLGC), the District will realize savings in energy costs of $3,039,000 ; for the 3 sites (Golden Hill, Normal Heights, Rodriguez Elementary Schools) proposed for contract award to SLGC, the District will realize savings in energy costs of $5,179,000; and for the 2 sites (Adams and Washington Elementary Schools) proposed for contract award to SLGC, the District will realize savings in energy costs of $5,339,000 through 2050. In summary, the Energy Analyses show a reduction in cost of purchased energy that will result in net cost savings to the District. Those contracts shall be considered by the board in a subsequent item on the agenda after this hearing. Public notice was posted in the district’s regular posting location. Exhibit D for Group C.pdf Exhibit C for Group C.pdf Exhibit B for Group C.pdf Exhibit A for Group C.pdf

3. Acceptance of 2024-25 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) Mid-Year Update RECOMMENDATION: Receive the update on progress towards the 2024-25 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). FISCAL IMPACT: N/A

CONSULTATION WITH BOARD ADVISORY COMMITTEE: N/A BACKGROUND: Senate Bill 114 (2023) added Education Code 52062 (a) (6) requiring the district to present a report on the annual update to the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and the local control funding formula Budget Overview for Parents (BOP) on or before February 28 each year at a regularly scheduled meeting of the governing board or body of the LEA. The report includes both of the following: All available midyear outcome data related to metrics identified in the current LCAP; and, All available midyear expenditure and implementation data on all actions identified in the current LCAP. 2024.25 LCAP Mid Year Report.pdf

4. Approval of Termination of the Requirement for Proof of COVID Vaccine for District Employees RECOMMENDATION: Approve the termination of the requirement for proof of COVID vaccine for district employees. FISCAL IMPACT: None BUDGET STRINGS AND BUDGET SOURCES: N/A CONSULTATION WITH BOARD ADVISORY COMMITTEE: N/A BACKGROUND: On September 28, 2021, the board approved the requirement for district employees to be fully-vaccinated against COVID-19 on or before December 20, 2021. This mandate was a condition of employment for current and future employees. Since the start of the pandemic, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has led with science and data to better understand COVID-19. California has seen a dramatic increase in the percentage of Californians that are fully vaccinated and boosted. As of 3 May 2023, 89 percent of health personnel and 82 percent of individuals over 60 years old have received vaccinations. On 5 May 2023, the World Health Organization declared that COVID-19 is no longer a public health emergency. Since that time, COVID-19 infection numbers have been consistently and steadily declining, As of February 3, 2025, there will no longer be a specific set of regulatory requirements relating to COVID-19 prevention in the workplace per Cal OSHA. Consistent with the elimination of State and Federal COVID response requirements, and because a large percentage of Californians are already vaccinated, we recommend that we move forward with the recommendation that all future employees not be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccine. Consistent with the recent State and Federal COVID emergency response changes, and because a large percentage of Californians are already vaccinated, staff recommends that the district approve the recommendation that all future employees not be required to show proof of COVID vaccine as a condition of employment. Terminate the Requirement for Proof of COVID-19 Vaccine for District Employees

5. Adoption of Resolution Approving the Form of and Authorizing Distribution and Publication of an Update to Official Statement RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution approving the form of and authorizing distribution and publication of an update to Official Statement. FISCAL IMPACT: None. PRIOR YEAR FISCAL IMPACT: None. IMPACT TO DISTRICT STAFFING: None. CONSULTATION WITH BOARD ADVISORY COMMITTEE: N/A BACKGROUND: At an election held on November 4, 2008, the district sought authorization under Proposition S to issue general obligation bonds in an amount of up to $2.1 billion. Proposition S was approved by more than 55 percent of the district's eligible voters voting on the proposition. Proceeds from the sale of bonds are to be used by the district for the specific school facilities projects set forth in Proposition S. At an election held on November 6, 2012, the district sought authorization under Proposition Z to issue general obligation bonds in an amount of up to $2.8 billion. Proposition Z was approved by more than 55 percent of the district's eligible voters voting on the proposition. Proceeds from the sale of bonds are to be used by the district for the specific school facilities projects set forth in Proposition Z. The district has issued general obligation bonds on an ongoing and consistent basis under Proposition S since the approval of Proposition S in November 2008. The district has issued general obligation bonds on an ongoing and consistent basis under Proposition Z since the approval of Proposition Z in November 2012. On April 16, 2024, the district approved the issuance of refunding bonds to refinance formerly issued Proposition S bonds and Proposition Z bonds at lower interest rates. The Series SR-4C Bonds will refund, on a forward delivery basis, currently outstanding Proposition S bonds. The Series ZR-5C Bonds will refund, on a forward delivery basis, currently outstanding Proposition Z bonds. The initial closing of these bonds occurred on May 21, 2024, and the final settlement of these bonds is scheduled to occur on April 2, 2025. In connection with the final settlement, the district is required to approve and publish an update to the Official Statement, which is included in this agenda item. District Resolution Approving Official Statement Update - SDUSD 2025 Ref SR-4C & ZR-5C 4153-3854-3702 1.docx Updated Official Statement – San Diego USD 2025 GO Refunding Bonds (Forward Delivery).docx

6. Adoption of Revisions to Annual Reenactment of Resolutions for Conduct of District Business as Authorized Under California Law for the 2024-25 School Year RECOMMENDATION: Adopt revisions to annual resolutions delegating authority to the Senior Executive Director, Finance; the Director, Budget; and the Controller for the 2024-25 school year. FISCAL IMPACT: None. PRIOR YEAR FISCAL IMPACT: None. IMPACT TO DISTRICT STAFFING: None. CONSULTATION WITH BOARD ADVISORY COMMITTEE: N/A BACKGROUND: The California Government Code and Education Code recognize the complexities in the day-to-day operation of school districts and authorize boards of education to delegate authority and responsibility to the superintendent and staff members to perform the many routine functions of a school district. Annually, the Board of Education delegates authority and assigns administrative responsibility to staff members by adopting a series of resolutions before July 1, specifying the responsibility and authority authorized by the California Government and Education Codes. The resolution delegating authority is attached. Annual Resolution#1 Revision_2.25.2025_Clean.pdf Annual Resolution#1 Revision_2.25.2025_Redline.pdf

I. Superintendent's Consent Agenda

1. Approval or Ratification of Field Trips RECOMMENDATION: Approve or ratify various elementary, middle, and secondary school field trips and related travel agency agreements and authorize the execution of any documents necessary to effectuate these field trips. BACKGROUND: Pursuant to Education Code Section 35330, the board approves educational field trips within the state and to other states, the District of Columbia, and foreign countries. Mira Mesa HS_Field Trip_2.25.2025.pdf Patrick Henry HS_Field Trip_2.25.2025.pdf SD School of Creative and Performing Arts__Field Trip_2.25.2025.pdf University City HS_Field Trip_2.25.2025.pdf Lincoln High School_FIeld Trip_2.25.2025.pdf SD MET High School_Field Trip_2.25.2025.pdf Office of Youth Advocacy_Field Trip_2.25.2025.pdf

2. Approval of Third Amendments to Agreements with Multiple Firms to Continue Providing Capital Bond Supplemental Support Services for Completion of Scheduled Bond Projects RECOMMENDATION: Approve Third Amendments to Agreements with multiple firms to continue providing capital bond supplemental support services for the completion of scheduled bond projects. These Third Amendments increase the consideration for Harris & Associate by $20 million, update labor compliance requirements for all three, and extend the term for one year for a revised term of May 12, 2021 through June 30, 2025 for all three. Firm Name Agreement No. Amendment Amount

AECOM Technical Services, Inc. PS21-0886-11 N/A

Gafcon PM-CM LLC PS21-0887-11 N/A

Harris & Associates, Inc. PS21-0888-11 $20,000,000.00