Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education

3 Tuesday, August 8, 2023 Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Opening the Meeting is at 5:00 p.m. in the Board Room Closed Session begins at 5:05 p.m. in the Superintendent's Conference Room Reconvene to Open Session at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room 1300 Baker Street Bakersfield, CA 93305 A. Call to Order Subject 1. Call to Order and Roll Call Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category A. Call to Order Type Procedural Laura Guerrero Salgado, President Shannon Zimmerman, President Pro Tem Dr. Chris Cruz Boone, Clerk Anthony Fuentes, Clerk Pro Tem Lillian Tafoya, Member File Attachments Subject 2. Public Comments Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category A. Call to Order Type Information Bakersfield City School District Board of Trustees Public Meeting Protocol and Instructions for Providing Public Comment during Board Meetings. To provide public comments: Members of the public may attend the meeting to provide public comments in person. Prior to the start of the meeting, persons wishing to speak will, on forms provided, indicate their name and the item on which they intend to speak. If the matter is listed as an item for Board action, the Board will not take action until persons who have requested to speak have done so. During special meetings, public comment is limited to items on the agenda. Please note, the Board may exercise its discretion regarding the amount of time for each public comment depending on the number of in-person forms that are received. Consistent with Board Bylaw 100.49, the total time allotted for an individual to speak to an item shall not exceed (3) three minutes and shall not exceed fifteen (15) minutes total on any one subject. In case of numerous requests to address the same item, the Board may select representatives to speak on each side of the item. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and upon request, individuals who require appropriate alternative modification of the agenda or accommodations in order to observe or participate in Board meetings are invited to contact Superintendent’s Office at (661) 631-4611 by noon on the Monday preceding the scheduled board meeting. File Attachments Subject 3. Adjourn to Closed Session Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category A. Call to Order Type Action Recommended Action It is recommended to adjourn to closed session. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended to adjourn to closed session. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Shannon Zimmerman. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes B. Closed Session Subject 1. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category B. Closed Session Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation - Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Ca. Government Code Section 54956.95 - Student M.L. v. BCSD Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category B. Closed Session Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 3. Conference with Labor Negotiator, Mrs. Christine Cornejo, regarding negotiations with employee organizations: BETA, CSEA, and LIUNA, pursuant to Government Code Section 3549.1 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category B. Closed Session Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 4. Discussion of Student Matters (Administrative Hearing Panel Recommendations and Alternative School Placement), pursuant to Education Code Section 48918(c) Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category B. Closed Session Type Closed Session Item File Attachments C. Opening Items Subject 1. Reconvene to Open Session Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category C. Opening Items Type Action Recommended Action It is recommended to reconvene to open session. File Attachments Subject 2. Pledge to the Flag Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category C. Opening Items Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 3. Report of Closed Session Action Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category C. Opening Items Type Report The Board President will report out on action taken during its recently concluded closed session. File Attachments Subject 4. Public Comments Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category C. Opening Items Type Information To provide public comments: Members of the public may attend the meeting to provide public comments in person. Prior to the start of the meeting, persons wishing to speak will, on forms provided, indicate their name and the item on which they intend to speak. If the matter is listed as an item for Board action, the Board will not take action until persons who have requested to speak have done so. During special meetings, public comment is limited to items on the agenda. Please note, the Board may exercise its discretion regarding the amount of time for each public comment depending on the number of in-person forms that are received. Consistent with Board Bylaw 100.49, the total time allotted for an individual to speak to an item shall not exceed (3) three minutes and shall not exceed fifteen (15) minutes total on any one subject. In case of numerous requests to address the same item, the Board may select representatives to speak on each side of the item. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and upon request, individuals who require appropriate alternative modification of the agenda or accommodations in order to observe or participate in Board meetings are invited to contact Superintendent’s Office at (661) 631-4611 by noon on the Monday preceding the scheduled board meeting. We thank you for your cooperation during these unprecedented times. Main Governing Board File Attachments Subject 5. Approval of Minutes of the regular meeting on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category C. Opening Items Type Action Recommended Action It is recommended that the minutes of the regular meeting on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 be approved. File Attachments June 27 Meeting Minutes.pdf (286 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the minutes of the regular meeting on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 be approved. Motion by Chris Cruz Boone, second by Lillian Tafoya. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes D. Board of Education Subject 1. Board Member Comments Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Board of Education Type Discussion File Attachments Subject 2. Superintendent's Report - Mark Luque, Superintendent Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Board of Education Type Report A report will be provided by Mark Luque, Superintendent. File Attachments 8-8-23 Superintendents Report.pdf (345 KB) E. Five (5) Minute Recess Subject 1. The Board will take a Five (5) Minute Recess Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category E. Five (5) Minute Recess Type Procedural File Attachments F. Educational Services Subject 1. Assistant Superintendent's Report Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category F. Educational Services Type Report Mrs. Laura Orozco, Assistant Superintendent, Education Services, will provide a brief department update. File Attachments G. Business Services Subject 1. Assistant Superintendent's Report Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category G. Business Services Type Report Mrs. Sherry Gladin, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, will provide a brief department update. File Attachments Subject 2. Approval of the 45-Day Revise Update to Align to State Adopted Budget Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category G. Business Services Type Action Recommended Action It is recommended that the 45-Day Revise Update be approved. Prepared by: Bea Corral, Director, Fiscal Services Staff Analysis: The 2023/24 State Budget (AB 178) and corresponding budget trailer bills (AB 181 and AB 182) were signed by Governor Newsom on June 27, 2023. In accordance with Education Code Section 42127(h), staff is bringing forward the revenue and expenditure revisions to BCSD's adopted budget necessary to align with the elements included within the State's enacted budget. Equity Multiplier: The enacted state budget includes the new LCFF Equity Multiplier, an add-on to the LCFF, to accelerate gains in closing opportunity and outcome gaps. Funds will be allocated to school sites serving students and communities meeting qualifying socioeconomic and transient metrics. At this time, the district's budget revision reflects the estimated increase in revenues only. Expenditures will be added in a future budget period after program requirements have been clarified by the CDE and consultation has occured with school sites regarding their needs. Proposition 28: The 2023-24 enacted state budget estimates a slight increase in Proposition 28 funding since the May Revision, but the actual school site allocation amounts are not yet available. The BCSD adopted budget included $1.3M in estimated Prop. 28 revenues and expenditures and no revision to the district's budget is necessary on the 45-Day Revise. Revisions will be reflected in a future period once allocation amounts have been announced and full program spending requirements have been released by the CDE. One-Time Grants: The state's enacted budget included statuary changes to one-time grants supporting multi-year initiatives which include: The one-time Arts, Music, and Instructional Material Discretionary Block Grant, which provides funding for instructional materials and professional development through the 2025-26 fiscal year, was decreased by $2M from the amount previously budgeted. The one-time Learning Recovery Emergency Block Grant, which supports learning recovery initiatives through the 2027-28 school year, was decreased to $46M from the previously announced award amount of $53.7M. As this funding is intended to be used over multiple years to support learning recovery, BCSD's adopted budget included only $10.7M of the total award with the remainder planned to support activities over the following four school years. No revision to the district's budget is necessary on the 45-Day Revise. File Attachments BOARD ITEM 8_08_23 45-DAY BUDGET REVISION.pdf (445 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the 45-Day Revise Update be approved. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 3. Approval of Transfer of Funds From the General Fund to the Special Reserve Fund for Post-Employment Benefits Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category G. Business Services Type Action Recommended Action It is recommended that the Board authorize the transfer of $7,500,000 from the General Fund to the Special Reserve Fund for Post-Employment Benefits for the purpose of paying future post-employment benefits (retiree benefits). Prepared by: Bea Corral, Director, Fiscal Services Staff Analysis: As of June 30, 2022, the District's total post-employment benefit (retiree benefit) liability was measured at $108,549,032. Currently, the District has committed $7,353,695.78 towards funding this obligation. In order increase the amount set-aside towards fully funding the District's liability, it is recommended that a year-end transfer of $7,500,000 from the General Fund into the Special Reserve Fund for Post-Employment Benefits (Fund 20) be made. As of the close of the 2022-23 fiscal year there are one-time savings resulting from budgeted but not incurred operating expenses within the General Fund. Staff is recommending these one-time savings be utilized for the purpose of funding future retiree benefits. All funds included within the Special Reserve Fund for Post-Employment Benefits (Fund 20) are formally commited per Board Resolution for the purpose of paying future retiree benefit premiums. The District has the responsibility to provide retiree health benefits to qualifying retirees as specified within the collective bargaining agreements it holds with each employee group. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Board authorize the transfer of $7,500,000 from the General Fund to the Special Reserve Fund for Post-Employment Benefits for the purpose of paying future post-employment benefits (retiree benefits). Motion by Shannon Zimmerman, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 4. Health Insurance Premiums for October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category G. Business Services Type Action Recommended Action It is recommended that the Health Insurance Premiums for October 1, 2023-September 20, 2024 be approved. Prepared by: Bea Corral, Director, Fiscal Services Staff Analysis: District health and prescription premiums have remained constant with no rate increase for three consecutive years. Based upon district benefit utilization over the past plan year and increased costs within the medical care industry, SISC is recommending a net increase of 3.81% for combined health and prescription plan premiums effective for the upcoming plan year. District staff as well as our benefit consultant firm, Marsh & McLennan Agency, have reviewed and are in agreement with the proposed rate calculation provided by SISC. Additionally, SISC has negotiated a decrease in premiums for both Delta Dental benefit plans BCSD is enrolled in. Premiums for all other components within the district's health benefit package are negotiated directly by the district. Changes to the proposed rates are summarized below: Medical premiums increase by 4.69% and prescription premiums decrease by 1.21% resulting in a net increase in combined costs of 3.81% Liberty Dental - Premiums increase by 3.17% with a 2-year locked-in-rate guarantee Delta Dental Incentive - Premiums decrease by 5.10% with a 1-year locked in rate guarantee Delta Dental PPO - Premiums decrease by 6.19% with a 1-year locked in rate guarantee Life Insurance - Premiums decrease by 9.09% with a 2-year locked in rate guarantee  Cancer Plan - Premiums remain unchanged  EyeMed - Premiums remain unchanged Renewal rates are shown in the attached chart, which shows the monthly premium rates for each benefit type and corresponding employee payroll deductions for the new premium rates, as well as a comparison with prior year rates. These health premiums apply to the coverage period of October 1, 2023-September 30, 2024 File Attachments BOARD ITEM 08_08_23 HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUMS 10_1_2023 - 9_30_2024.pdf (127 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Health Insurance Premiums for October 1, 2023-September 20, 2024 be approved. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Anthony Fuentes. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes H. Human Resources Subject 1. Assistant Superintendent's Report Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category H. Human Resources Type Report Mrs. Christine Cornejo, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, will provide a brief department update. File Attachments Subject 2. Approval of the Temporary Adjustment to the 2023-2024 Substitute Teacher Pay Rate Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category H. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Recommended Action It is recommended that the Temporary Adjustment to the 2023-24 Substitute Teacher Pay Rate be approved. Prepared by: Ilse Velazquez, Employer-Employee Relations/Compliance Assistant Staff Analysis: Effective July 1, 2023, the 2023-24 Substitute Teacher Daily Pay Rate shall be increased to Two Hundred Fifty ($250) dollars per day for daily assignments and Three Hundred and Twenty-five ($325) dollars per day for long-term assignments. The increase shall automatically revert to the 2020-21 Substitute Teacher Rates effective July 1, 2024. Additionally, effective July 1, 2023, the substitutes will be compensated with a Four Hundred ($400) dollar bonus for every 20 days worked. File Attachments Substitute Teacher Daily Pay Rates 07-2023.pdf (89 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Temporary Adjustment to the 2023-24 Substitute Teacher Pay Rate be approved. Motion by Chris Cruz Boone, second by Lillian Tafoya. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 3. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Bakersfield City School District and the California School Employees Association, Chapter #48 (CSEA) regarding the ELOP Intersession Program Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category H. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the MOU between the District and CSEA regarding the ELOP Intersession Program be approved. Prepared by: Ilse Velazquez, Employer-Employee Relations/Compliance Assistant Staff Analysis: The District received special funding to offer enrichment programs for transitional kindergarten through sixth grade as an intersession option for students during winter and spring breaks. The District seeks to provide interested unit members an opportunity to work during winter and spring breaks in support of the ELOP intersession; therefore, beginning July 1, 2023, and subject to approval by the District's governing board, the District will post available extra assignments in the ELOP intersession program at all locations where job opportunities are normally posted, and all qualified unit members may apply. If a unit member is selected to work during one or more intersessions, they will be paid their regular daily rate and their vacation will continue to accrue. Intersession assignments are at will and may be terminated with or without notice and with or without cause. This MOU shall expire on June 30, 2024, unless extended or modified by mutual written agreement. File Attachments ELOP MOU 2023-2024.pdf (974 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the MOU between the District and CSEA regarding the ELOP Intersession Program be approved. Motion by Chris Cruz Boone, second by Lillian Tafoya. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 4. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) and the California School Employees Association, Chapter #48 (CSEA) regarding contracting out of Special Education Paraprofessional Support Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category H. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the MOU between BCSD and CSEA regarding contracting out of Special Education Paraprofessional Support be approved. Prepared by: Ilse Velazquez, Employer-Employee Relations/Compliance Assistant Staff Analysis: The District and CSEA signed an MOU on October 10, 2022, regarding contracting out for Special Education Paraprofessional support. The parties agreed beginning October 15, 2022, the District may contract with third party, non-unit members to perform Special Education Aide II services for the 2022-23 school year. Due to a continuing shortage of special education paraprofessionals, the parties desire to extend the MOU for the 2023-24 school year. The parties agree, beginning August 14, 2023, the District may contract with third party, non-unit members to perform Special Education Aide II services, to the extent necessary to fill vacant Special Education Aide II positions during the 2023-2024 school year. These contracted services shall be for a limited duration and shall terminate, on a position-by-position basis, when vacant Special Education Aide II positions are filled within thirty (30) days of each new hire. Upon full execution, this MOU shall expire on February 29, 2024, unless extended or modified by mutual written agreement. However, if all current Special Education Aide II position vacancies are filled prior to February 29, 2024, the MOU's expiration shall instead be upon hire of the new employee filling the last vacancy. File Attachments Third Party Vendor MOU 2023-2024.pdf (1,184 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the MOU between BCSD and CSEA regarding contracting out of Special Education Paraprofessional Support be approved. Motion by Chris Cruz Boone, second by Lillian Tafoya. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 5. Approval of the Classified Human Resources Report Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category H. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Classified Human Resources Report be approved as submitted. Prepared by: Christine Cornejo, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Staff Analysis: Employments; Employment of Substitute/Hourly Non-Certificated Employees; Changes; Resignations, Retirements, Separations; Dismissals, Terminations; Job Descriptions File Attachments Classified HR Board Report 08-08-23.pdf (1,576 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Classified Human Resources Report be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 6. Approval of the Certificated Human Resources Report Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category H. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Certificated Human Resources Report be approved as submitted. Prepared by: Christine Cornejo, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Staff Analysis: Employments; Cooperating Teachers; Changes; Resignations, Retirements, Separations; Job Description s File Attachments Certificated HR Board Report with Names.pdf (150 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Certificated Human Resources Report be approved as submitted. Motion by Shannon Zimmerman, second by Lillian Tafoya. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes I. Board Policies Subject 1. Revision to Board Policies and Procedures of the Bakersfield City School District, Section 400.23, Graduation (Administrative Regulation - Second Reading) Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category I. Board Policies Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the revision to the Board Policies and Procedures of the Bakersfield City School District, Section 400.23, Graduation (Administrative Regulation) be approved. Prepared by: Tim Fulenwider, Ed. D., Executive Director, Instructional Support Services Staff Analysis: The Governing Board believes that students deserve a public celebration that recognizes the completion of the District's course of study and encourages them to continue the pursuit of learning throughout their lives. Changes to the existing administrative regulation include: a) revision of conditions under which participation in graduation ceremonies can be denied; b) revision of notice of denial and appeal procedures. File Attachments AR 400.23 Graduation - Second Reading.pdf (85 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the revision to the Board Policies and Procedures of the Bakersfield City School District, Section 400.23, Graduation (Administrative Regulation) be approved. Motion by Chris Cruz Boone, second by Lillian Tafoya. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 2. Revision to Board Policies and Procedures of the Bakersfield City School District, Section 602.06, Absences and Excuses (Administrative Regulation - First Reading) Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category I. Board Policies Type Discussion Prepared by: Tim Fulenwider, Ed. D., Executive Director, Instructional Support Services Staff Analysis: Pursuant to Education Code Section 48200, children ages 6-18 years are subject to compulsory, full time education, except when otherwise noted. The Education Code identifies when a student's absence is marked excused or unexcused. The recommended revision to the existing administrative regulation includes an updated portion of Education Code Section 48205 which allows for a middle or junior high school student to obtain an excused absence for engagement in a civic or political event. File Attachments AR 602.06 Absences and Excuses - First Reading.pdf (324 KB) Subject 3. Revision to Board Policies and Procedures of the Bakersfield City School District, Section 605.03, Uniform Complaint Procedures (Administrative Regulation - First Reading) Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category I. Board Policies Type Discussion Prepared by: Tim Fulenwider, Ed. D., Executive Director, Instructional Support Services Staff Analysis: Title 5, California Code of Regulations mandates that school districts adopt uniform complaint procedures consistent with the state's complaint procedures. Recommended revisions to the existing administrative regulation include: a) updated language to match the state of California's Federal Program Monitoring compliance instrument; b) requirement that a site administrator not designated as a compliance officer notify the compliance officer upon receipt of a complaint; and c) required language changes regarding complaints in a license-exempt California State Preschool Program. File Attachments AR 605.03 - Uniform Complaint Procedures - First Reading.pdf (378 KB) Subject 4. Revision to Board Policies and Procedures of the Bakersfield City School District, Section 601.04, Suspension and Expulsion (Administrative Regulation - First Reading) Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category I. Board Policies Type Discussion Prepared by: Tim Fulenwider, Ed. D., Executive Director, Instructional Support Services Staff Analysis: Education Code Section 35291 requires the Board to prescribe rules and regulations for maintaining discipline in schools. Suspension and expulsion of students may only be used by districts in accordance with Education Code. The revision to the existing administrative regulation includes: a) updated definition section; b) new section containing definitions related to bullying; c) new section noting requirements related to translation of documents; d) updated language regarding suspensions and length of suspensions; e) updated due process and notification requirements related to foster youth and Indian children as defined in Section 224.1 of the Welfare and Institutions code; f) new section related to suspension and expulsion of foster youth; g) clarification of language regarding stipulated expulsions; h) notification requirements related for threats or perceived threats regarding homicidal acts; and i) revision of procedures related to readmission of students after an expulsion. File Attachments AR 601 04 Suspension and Expulsion_Due Process - First Reading.pdf (453 KB) Subject 5. Revision to Board Policies and Procedures of the Bakersfield City School District, Section 605.03, Uniform Complaint Procedures (First Reading) Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category I. Board Policies Type Discussion Prepared by: Tim Fulenwider, Ed. D., Executive Director, Instructional Support Services Staff Analysis: Title 5, California Code of Regulations mandates that school districts adopt uniform complaint procedures consistent with the state's complaint procedures. Recommended revisions to the existing administrative regulation include: a) updated language to match the state of California's Federal Program Monitoring compliance instrument; and b) removal of School Safety Plans as an item subject to uniform complaint procedures. File Attachments BP 605.03 Uniform Complaint Procedures - First Reading.pdf (133 KB) J. Consent Agenda Subject 1. Approval of the Consent Agenda Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 2. Quarterly Report on Williams Act Uniform Complaints - Fiscal Impact: No Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended the quarterly report on the Williams Act Uniform complaints be approved by the Board of Education. Prepared by: Christine Cornejo, Director, Human Resources Staff Analysis: The recent Williams Lawsuit Settlement Implementation Legislation requires each school district to provide a quarterly report to the County Superintendent and the Governing Board on the nature and resolution of all complaints, including the number of complaints by general subject area, and the number of resolved and unresolved complaints. Complaints and written responses shall be available as public records. Attached is the quarterly report with the number of (1) complaints by subject area, (2) resolved complaints, and (3) unresolved complaints File Attachments Williams Act Quarterly Report.pdf (38 KB) J.2 Quarterly Report on Williams Act Uniform Complaints - Fully Executed.pdf (507 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 3. District Quarterly Report for Williams Lawsuit Settlement: 4th Quarter - April through June 2023 - Fiscal Impact: No Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Recommended Action It is recommended that the District Quarterly Report for Williams Lawsuit Settlement: 4th Quarter be received as a matter of record. Prepared by: Sherry Gladin, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services Staff Analysis: As part of the Williams Lawsuit Settlement, California Education Code Section 1240 and Assembly Bill 607, a report is to be prepared by the County Office of Education to provide each district with a quarterly report of findings to: Determine if students have access to "sufficient" instructional materials in the four core subject areas. Determine compliance with facilities maintenance using the Facilities Inspection Tool (FIT) to identify any facility condition that "poses an emergency or urgent threat to the health or safety of pupils or staff." Determine if the school has provided accurate data for the annual School Accountability Report Card (SARC) related to instructional materials, facilities maintenance and teacher credentialing. There were no reviews conducted for the fourth quarter ending in June 2023. This quarterly report is being submitted as required by the Education Code Section 1240 (c) (2) (H) pursuant to the Williams Settlement. This report normally includes information on teacher assignments and vacancies. Unfortunately, this review has been postponed by the state and will be included in the annual report schedule for distribution in November. This quarterly report is being submitted as required by the Education Code Section 1240 (c) (2) (H) pursuant to the Williams Settlement. File Attachments Williams Reports - 2022-23 4th Quarter.pdf (613 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 4. Educational Study Trips, Out-of-Town (Standing List for 2023-2024) - Fiscal Impact: No Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the standing list of out-of-town field trips be approved as submitted. Prepared by: Tim Fulenwider, Ed. D., Executive Director, Instructional Support Services Division Staff Analysis: The attached field trips extend ten miles or more beyond District boundaries and require the approval of the governing board. These field trips have been reviewed and meet the requirements set forth in Board Policy. File Attachments Educational Study Trips - Standing Trips 2023-24 Board.pdf (109 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 5. Status Review and Readmission Committee Recommendations For Student(s) Requesting Readmission to the Regular School Program - Fiscal Impact: No Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Status Review and Readmission Committee's recommendations be approved. Prepared by: Amy J. Burdick, Coordinator I Staff Analysis: The Status Review and Readmission Committee ("Committee") is empowered to review requests for readmission of students expelled by the Board. The Committee's role is to review evidence and verify that the provisions of the student's rehabilitation plan have been met and make a recommendation to either readmit the student, conditionally readmit the student, or denial readmission based on the review. The Committee's recommendations are based on evidence provided by the parent/guardian and the student's alternative education program placement. Final action to readmit, conditionally readmit, or deny readmission to a student shall be taken by the governing board in a public session. Staff has reviewed the attached Committee recommendations for action. All recommendations are in accordance with law, district policy and agreed upon county-wide procedures. File Attachments Board Report _8_8_23_NN.xlsx.pdf (67 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 6. Interdistrict transfer for attendance - Fiscal Impact: No Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action The Interdistrict transfer agreements for attendance have been reviewed by staff. It is recommended that the Interdistrict agreements for attendance be approved as submitted. Prepared by: Amy Burdick, Coordinator I, Student Services Staff Analysis: When an Interdistrict transfer permit meets criteria established by the governing board, the permits are recommended for approval. The criteria established are consistent with applicable law and the policy of the governing board. The permits not meeting criteria are listed on a separate sheet. File Attachments Deny Incoming 08-08-23 B.D..pdf (88 KB) Approve Incoming 08-08-23 B.D..pdf (78 KB) Approve Outgoing 08-08-23 B.D..pdf (107 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 7. Payment of Warrants to Vendors for the period of August 08, 2023 to August 22, 2023 and Ratification of Accounts Payable Register for the period of June 14, 2023 to July 25, 2023 - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $15,263,455.92 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the payment of warrants to vendors for the period of August 08, 2023 to August 22, 2023 and Ratification of Accounts Payable Register for the period of June 14, 2023 to July 25, 2023, be approved. Prepared by: Bea Corral, Director, Fiscal Services Staff Analysis: Due to the length of time between Board meetings, it is necessary to release payment to vendors prior to August 22, 2023. The Accounts Payable Register for payments released prior to August 22, 2023 will be submitted to the Board of Education for ratification at the August 22, 2023 Board meeting. The attached Accounts Payable Register, in the amount of $15,263,455.92 lists all payments issued to vendors from June 14, 2023 to July 25, 2023. The authorization to release payments to vendors during this time frame was previously approved by the Board of Education and is now presented for ratification. File Attachments BOARD ITEM 08_08_23 PAYMENT OF WARRANTS.pdf (5,372 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 8. Consultant Services - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $997,027.80 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $997,027.80 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Various Recommended Action It is recommended that the agreements for personal consulting services be approved. Prepared by: Sherry Gladin, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services Staff Analysis: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the agreements for personal consulting services between the District and named consultants and authorizes execution by the District's administrative officer. File Attachments Consultant Service Board Listings - 8_8_2023.pdf (125 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 9. Memorandum of Understanding with the Kern County Superintendent of Schools for Elementary Community School Services for 2023-2024 School Year - Fiscal Impact: TBD Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source General Fund Recommended Action It is recommended that the Memorandum of Understanding with the Kern County Superintendent of School for Elementary Community School Services for the 2023-2024 school year be approved as submitted. Prepared by: Tim Fulenwider, Ed. D., Executive Director, Instructional Support Services Division Staff Analysis: Since the 2000-01 school year, the Kern County Superintendent of Schools (KCSOS) has operated an elementary community school. The Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) has the need for an educational placement for those students in Kindergarten and Grades 1-6 who have been expelled, require an alternative to expulsion, or are seriously at-risk of being expelled. This MOU begins on July 1, 2023, and continues through the remainder of the 2023-24 school year, ending June 30, 2024. BCSD would pay KCSOS $29 per student day of enrollment (no change from previous years) for any student who is: enrolled in Kindergarten or Grades 1-6; expelled by the District Board or referred by the District to the Community School; and enrolled in classroom instruction. Expelled students in Grades 7-8 are received by KCSOS under the conditions of the countywide plan for expelled students and are therefore not included in this agreement. File Attachments MOU KCSOS County Level Ed Services 2023-24 - 8.8.23.pdf (90 KB) J.9 Memorandum of Understanding with the Kern County Superintendent of Schools for Elementary Community School Services for 2023-2024 School Year - Fully Executed.pdf (813 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 10. Agreement with Kern County Superintendent of Schools (KCSOS) to provide Professional Development Services - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $60,212.22 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Dollar Amount $60,212.22 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Title III/LEP Recommended Action It is recommended that Sole Source Justification and the agreement with KCSOS for professional development services be approved. Prepared by: Alfonso Ceja, Executive Director, Multilingual Education Programs Staff Analysis: Bakersfield City School District has partnered with Kern County Superintendent of Schools for the past three years in an effort to provide high quality and research-based professional development to teachers, instructional coaches and administrators. In order to continue to increase and improve the language acquisition and language proficiency levels for all students identified as English Learners, the Bakersfield City School District will continue to provide targeted professional learning opportunities on research-based instructional strategies for teachers, instructional coaches and administration to deepen their understanding of levels of proficiency of students, different needs and capacities of each EL student, differentiation by student typology, and student language development supports needed across all content areas. Professional development will be provided for Elementary and Middle/Jr. High teacher, academic coaches, and vice-principals on English Learner Toolkit of Strategies to address three main goals: Build understanding of strategies for supporting English learners from the EL Toolkit of Strategies. Increase implementation of strategies in the classroom. Provide spaces to collaborate and learn from each other regarding the use of the strategies in supporting English Learners. File Attachments Agreement between KCSOS and BCSD 8.8.23.pdf (188 KB) Sole Source Justification KCSOS 8.8.23.pdf (148 KB) J.10 Agreement with Kern County Superintendent of Schools (KCSOS) to provide Professional Development Services - Fully Executed.pdf (5,796 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 11. Agreement between Bakersfield City School District and California State University, Bakersfield, Bilingual Authorization Program - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $60,750.00 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $60,750.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Multilingual Education Programs Recommended Action It is recommended that the agreement between Bakersfield City School District and California State University, Bakersfield, Bilingual Authorization Program be approved. Prepared by: Alfonso Ceja, Executive Director, Multilingual Education Programs Staff Analysis: The Agreement between Bakersfield City School District and California State University, Bakersfield, is to provide a one-year (9 unit) hybrid authorization program that our credentialed staff can participate in. The program is the Bilingual Added Authorization (Spanish) (BILA) Program. Upon Completion of the program and all requirements, candidates will be eligible to obtain a Bilingual Authorization. This authorization will allow credentialed teachers to instruct students in Dual Immersion classes (TK-8) and English Language Development in the Junior High and Middle School settings. File Attachments Agreement with BCSD and CSUB for Bilingual Authorization (BILA) 8.8.23.pdf (180 KB) J.11 Agreement between Bakersfield City School District and California State University, Bakersfield, Bilingual Authorization Program - Fully Executed.pdf (3,506 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 12. Agreement between the Bakersfield City School District and Point Loma Nazarene University for Excellence in Learning - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $65,985.00 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $65,985.00 Budgeted Yes Recommended Action It is recommended that the agreement between the Bakersfield City School District and Point Loma Nazarene University for Excellence in Learning be approved. Prepared by: Brooke Smothers - Strizic, Executive Director, Data & Assessment Staff Analysis: The agreement between Bakersfield City School District and Point Loma Nazarene University, is to provide a two-year (8 unit) Clear Administrative Services Credential Program that eligible employees can participate in. The program will be funded through the Educator Effectiveness Grant. Upon completion of the program and all requirements, candidates will be eligible to obtain a Clear Administrative Services Credential ("CASC"). This credential will allow new administrators to acquire the credential through coursework, collaboration and ongoing mentoring. File Attachments Agreement with BCSD and Point Loma Nazarene University for Excellence in Learning 8.8.23.pdf (294 KB) J.12 Agreement between the Bakersfield City School District and Point Loma Nazarene University for Excellence in Learning - Executed.pdf (3,654 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 13. Agreement with University of La Verne for Dyslexia Teacher Training for the 2023-2024 School Year - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $28,000.00 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Preferred Date Aug 08, 2023 Absolute Date Aug 08, 2023 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $28,000.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source General Funds (Special Education Apportionment) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Agreement between Bakersfield City School District and University of La Verne for Dyslexia Teacher Training be approved. Prepared by: Nikki Stiles, Special Education Director Staff Analysis: The agreement between Bakersfield City School District and University of La Verne is to provide a one-year online training certificate program that our staff will participate in. The program is the Orton-Gillingham dyslexia method for District employees via synchronous online instruction (Zoom or comparable platform). Upon completion of the program and all requirements, candidates will be eligible to obtain a University of La Verne, Center for Neurodiversity Learning and Wellness Dyslexia certificate. This Certificate will acknowledge their expertise in the field of addressing dyslexia and the ability to help teachers teach students with dyslexia. Agreement dates of services: August 18, 2023, through May 31, 2024 File Attachments Agreement with University of La Verne - Dyslexia and BCSD 2023-2024 8.8.23 (002).pdf (884 KB) J.13 Agreement with University of La Verne for Dyslexia Teacher Training for the 2023-2024 School Year - Fully Executed - Copy.pdf (25,585 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 14. MOU Agreement between Kern Tutoring to provide Tutoring Services for students at Bakersfield City School District for the 2023-2024 school year - Fiscal Impact: Yes, not to exceed $14,750.00 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Preferred Date Aug 08, 2023 Absolute Date Aug 08, 2023 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $14,750.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Special Ed: Dispute Prevention and Dispute Resolution Recommended Action It is recommended that the agreement with Kern Tutoring to provide Tutoring Services for the 2023-2024 School Year be approved. Prepared by: Nikki Stiles, Director, Special Education Staff Analysis: Bakersfield City School District is contracting with Kern Tutoring to provide specialized instruction for students who need additional support to make educational progress. Contract Dates: August 9, 2023 through June 30, 2024 File Attachments MOU with Kern Tutoring Agreement.pdf (119 KB) J.14 MOU Agreement between Kern Tutoring to provide Tutoring Services for students at Bakersfield City School District for the 2023-2024 school year - Fully Executed.pdf (1,117 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 15. Renewal Agreement with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt to provide English 3D Digital Licenses and Textbooks and approval of English 3D as the sole source provider for ELD supplemental resources. - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $206,412.77 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $206,412.77 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Title III/LEP Recommended Action It is recommended that English 3D be approved as the sole source provider for supplemental resources for Designated ELD and the renewal of English 3D on Ed and Writable agreement be approved. Prepared by: Alfonso Ceja, Executive Director, Multilingual Education Programs Staff Analysis: Renewal Agreement with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt to provide English 3D Digital Licenses and Textbooks. English 3D has been the Board Adopted Instructional Material for BCSD Middle/Jr. High Schools since 2015. Soul Source Justification for English 3D was previously approved on August 2, 2022. English 3D is used as a supplemental resource in ELD courses in all BCSD Middle/Jr. High Schools. The Digital Ed Platform supports on-line implementation of English 3D. The English 3D student materials are the consumables that support implementation of English 3D in the classroom. English 3D is an explicit and highly interactive English language development program designed to enable English learners to rapidly acquire the advanced speaking, listening, reading and writing skills necessary for success in U.S. secondary school, college, and career contexts. English 3D is specifically designed to support progressing English learners at various stages in their English language development so that they will have the tools needed to meet the challenges of the heightened expectations. File Attachments Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Proposal for BCSD 8.8.23.pdf (242 KB) Sole Source Justification Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 8.8.23.pdf (285 KB) J.15 Renewal Agreement with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt to provide English 3D Digital Licenses and Textbooks and approval of English 3D as the sole source provider for ELD supplemental resources - Fully Executed.pdf (5,880 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 16. Renewal of Destiny Subscriptions through Follett School Solutions, LLC for all BCSD Libraries - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $72,253.50 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $72,253.50 Budgeted Yes Budget Source LCFF, General Recommended Action It is recommended that the renewal of Destiny through Follett School Solutions, LLC be approved. Prepared by: Esmeralda Romero, Administrative Secretary II, Curriculum and Instruction Staff Analysis: Follett Destiny is a complete library management system. The platform allows librarians to keep thorough, real-time track of the library's inventory and media assets. File Attachments Quote#7688377 - BAKERSFIELD CITY SCH DIST (0402597).pdf (38 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 17. Renewal MOU for Sprigeo Online Reporting System by and between Sprigeo, Inc. and the Bakersfield City School District - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $25,500.00 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $25,500.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source LCFF Recommended Action It is recommended that the Renewal MOU with Sprigeo, Inc. be approved. Prepared by: Amy Burdick, Coordinator I, Student and School Safety, Student Services Staff Analysis: Student and staff safety, responding to crisis, and addressing bullying, cyberbullying, harassment, and intimidation are the responsibility of all school districts. District policy requires methods for addressing crisis and safety concerns both during and outside the school day. Approval of this agreement with Sprigeo includes the following: a) 24/7/365 call center monitoring and tip routing of reported safety, bullying, and mental health concerns via mobile application, website and website tip submission; b) response entry by assigned administrator for each entry to track accountability; and c) date reporting for analysis of reported concerns. Term: September 1, 2023 - August 31, 2024 File Attachments MOU with Sprigeo and BCSD 8.8.23.pdf (68 KB) J.17 Renewal MOU for Sprigeo Online Reporting System by and between Sprigeo, Inc. and the Bakersfield City School District - Fully Executed.pdf (819 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 18. Agreement with Orchid Interpreting, Inc. for Translation and Interpreting Services for the 2023-2024 School Year - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $35,000.00 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Preferred Date Aug 08, 2023 Absolute Date Aug 08, 2023 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $35,000.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Special Ed: Dispute Prevention and Dispute Resolution Recommended Action It is recommended that the Agreement with Orchid Interpreting, Inc. for translation and interpreting services be approved for the 2023-2024 School Year. Prepared by: Nikki Stiles, Special Education Department Director Staff Analysis: To provide translation and interpreting services in a variety of languages that the district is not able to provide. The translation and interpreting services are to meet the needs for the Special Education Department's Individualized Education Program (IEP's), administrative hearings and required legal notices. Contract Dates: August 9, 2023 through June 30, 2024 File Attachments Agreement between Orchid Interpreting Inc. and BCSD 8.8.23.pdf (404 KB) J.18 Agreement with Orchid Interpreting, Inc. for Translation and Interpreting Services for the 2023-2024 School Year - Fully Executed.pdf (4,188 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Chris Cruz Boone. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Shannon Zimmerman, Anthony Fuentes Subject 19. Renewal Agreement of 1 year for telephone system support from Global CTI, (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024) - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $90,169.00 Meeting Aug 8, 2023 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Preferred Date Aug 08, 2023 Absolute Date Aug 08, 2023 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $90,169.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source LCAP Recommended Action It is recommended that the renewal of 1 year of telephone system support from Global CTI be approved. Prepared by: Robert Burks, Director of Information Technology Staff Analysis: The District currently uses the Mitel telephone system. Global CTI is the primary reseller and support provider for the Mitel telephone system. Continuing to use Global CTI as our support provider will ensure our telephon