August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON)

2 Tuesday, August 27, 2024 August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) The Board of Education and the Public will attend the Board meeting In-Person LOCATION: SUSD, Arthur Coleman Jr. Administrative Complex / Room: Board Room 56 S. Lincoln Street Stockton, CA. 95203 TIME: 4:00 p.m. - CLOSED SESSION TIME: 5:00 p.m. - PUBLIC OPEN SESSION ============================================== YouTube Channels for Live Streaming:  English - https://www.youtube.com/@susdenglishboardmeeting  Spanish - https://www.youtube.com/@susdspanishboardmeeting =================================================== PUBLIC COMMENTS - [1] Individual speakers shall be allowed three minutes to address the Board on agenda items. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. With Board consent, the president may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation, depending on the topic and the number of persons wishing to be heard. The president may take a poll of speakers for or against a particular issue and may ask that additional persons speak only if they have something new to add. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Stockton Unified School District is committed to ensuring that all meetings are accessible regardless of an individual’s ability or access method. Individuals who require special accommodation, including but not limited to an American Sign Language interpreter, translation services, accessible seating or documentation in accessible formats, should contact the Stockton Unified School District, Superintendents Office at (209) 933-7070 at least three days before the meeting date. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Subject 1.1 Call Meeting to Order at 4:00 p.m. - Board Meeting Protocols The safety and decorum of the School Board Meetings are important to Stockton Unified School District and the community. SUSD promotes the publics right to free speech and we want to make sure that all community members, parents, and students are able to participate in a safe environment. Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Procedural In order to help assure compliance with the Brown Act, and in order to make our Board Meetings more effective and more efficient, trustees will speak only when recognized, and trustees who speak on a topic other than the Agenda Item currently under consideration will be out of order. Board Meeting Protocols The safety and decorum of the School Board Meetings are important to Stockton Unified School District and the community. SUSD promotes the publics right to free speech and we want to make sure that all community members, parents, and students are able to participate in a safe environment. We want to ensure all community members have a seat during the Board meeting. We will have the maximum number of chairs allowed per fire code (132). We ask that members of the public do not stand along the side of walls or block the walkway. Anyone standing up during the meeting, will be asked to take a seat; if they do not comply, they will be asked to leave. Any accredited news media representative who is standing will have a press credential clearly visible. The podium is positioned in front of the first row of chairs. No one other than the person who is speaking may be at the podium except for a guardian, administrator, or translator. For safety, people may not line up behind the speaker to wait their turn. We want to give the person at the podium the time and respect they deserve. Each speaker will be allowed three minutes. Attendees are not allowed to enter the area past the podium where Board members are sitting. No profanity or obscenity. During the Board meeting, if there is a disruption, the Board President or designee will give a verbal warning to the person or persons causing the disruption. If the disruption continues after the verbal warning, the individual(s) will be asked to leave or be removed from the premises for the remainder of the Board meeting. After the meeting is concluded, we ask the community to clear the lobby area in a respectful manner. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Roll Call Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Procedural Roll Call File Attachments Subject 1.3 (I): Recognition/Presentation: RAMP Schools - Dr. Susana Ramirez, Assistant Superintendent, Student Support Services Department Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Information (I): Recognition/Presentation: RAMP Schools - Dr. Susana Ramirez, Assistant Superintendent, Student Support Services Department San Joaquin School Counselors Ms. Ana Garza Ms. Yazmin Gutierrez Taft School Counselor Ms. Jessica Camacho File Attachments Subject 1.4 (I): Recognition/Presentation: CA State School Counselor of the Year - Dr. Susana Ramirez, Assistant Superintendent, Student Support Services Department Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Information (I): Recognition/Presentation: CA State School Counselor of the Year - Dr. Susana Ramirez, Assistant Superintendent, Student Support Services Department California School Counselor of the Year Ms. Jordan Blevins of Pacific Law Academy File Attachments Subject 1.5 (I): Student Honoree - Miss. Kimora Bell, Cesar Chavez High School - Ms. Cynthia Cardenas-Sanchez, Principal Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Information, Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.6 Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session Agenda Items in Section 1 and Closed Session Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Action, Procedural Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session Agenda Items in Section 1 and Closed Session . [1] “ Individual speakers shall be allowed three minutes to address the Board. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. With Board consent, the president may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation, depending on the topic and the number of persons wishing to be heard. The president may take a poll of speakers for or against a particular issue and may ask that additional persons speak only if they have something new to add.” File Attachments Subject 1.7 Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal-Release [Only if an Employee Requests that Complaints or Charges be Heard in Open Session, Rather Than In Closed Session, Pursuant to the Brown Act, Government Code §54957(b)(2)] Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Discussion Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal-Release [Only if an Employee Requests that Complaints or Charges be Heard in Open Session, Rather Than In Closed Session, Pursuant to the Brown Act, Government Code §54957(b)(2)] File Attachments Subject 1.8 Announcement: Board will consider in Closed session items listed on the Closed Session agenda. Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Procedural Announcement: Board will consider in Closed session items listed on the Closed Session agenda. File Attachments Subject 1.9 Recess to Closed Session Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Type Procedural Recessed to Closed Session Verbal Announcement : The Board will now recess to Closed Session. Upon return from Closed Session, all microphones will remain muted until the Board President Reconvenes to Open Session. File Attachments 2. CLOSED SESSION Subject 2.1 (A): Public Employee Appointment - Certificated (Government Code §54957) Resignation, Appointment Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action Public Employee Appointment - Certificated (Government Code §54957) Resignation (Assistant Principal IV; Teacher, Elementary) Appointment (Teacher, Secondary; Teacher, Special Ed, Speech Language Pathologi st; Assistant Principal IV) File Attachments Subject 2.2 (A): Public Employee Appointment - Classified (Government Code §54957) Resignation, Retirement, Rescind Employment Offer, Deceased, Appointment, Closed Positions Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action Public Employee Appointment - Classified (Government Code §54957) Resignation (Special Education Assistant-Severely Mentally Handicapped, Special Education Assistant-Learning Communicatively Handicapped, Preschool Assistant, Health Care Assistant, Noon Duty Assistant, Instructional Assistant, ELOP & Day Time Sports Paraprofessional, Reader, Personnel Assistant) Retirement (Special Education Assistant-Learning Communicatively Handicapped, Special Education Development Assistant, Library Media Assistant, Executive Assistant 2) Rescind Employment Offer (Food Service Assistant I, Police Officer Trainee, Library Media Assistant, Food Service Assistant II, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Buyer) Deceased (Lead Food Service 3) Appointment, Regular Employee (Preschool Assistant, Warehouse Worker, Mental Health Clinician, Noon Duty Assistan t, Accounting Technician, Transitional Kindergarten Assistant, Library Media Assistant, Community Assistant, School Administrative Assistant, Special Education Assistant-Learning and Communicatively Handicapped, Special Education Assistant-Physically Handicapped, Health Aide, Program Technician, Engineering Technician, Food Service Assistant I, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Substitutes, Coaches) Appointment, Administrative (Director of Labor Relations) Closed Positions (1 Preschool Assistant at Hazelton School, 2 Preschool Assistants at Chavez, 1 Preschool Assistant at Victory School, 4 Preschool Assistants at Taft School, 1 Reader at Edison High School) File Attachments Subject 2.3 (A): Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action File Attachments Subject 2.4 (A): Conference with Legal Counsel, Anticipated Litigation. Significant Exposure to Litigation under sub-sections “d-2” and “e-3” of Government Code Section 54956.9: Three Potential Cases: Claim #641600; Claim #641717; Claim #641711 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action (A): Conference with Legal Counsel, Anticipated Litigation. Significant Exposure to Litigation under sub-sections “d-2” and “e-3” of Government Code Section 54956.9: Three Potential Cases: Claim #641600; Claim #641717; Claim #641711 File Attachments Subject 2.5 (D): Student Expulsion: B-1 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Discussion Case #B-1 File Attachments Subject 2.6 (D): Student Expulsion: BB-1 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Discussion Case #BB-1 File Attachments Subject 2.7 (D): Student Expulsion: BB-2 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Discussion Case #BB-2 File Attachments 3. OPEN SESSION Subject 3.1 Reconvene to Public Session at 5:00 p.m. Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 3. OPEN SESSION Type Procedural Reconvene to Public Session In order to help assure compliance with the Brown Act, and in order to make our Board Meetings more effective and more efficient, trustees will speak only when recognized, and trustees who speak on a topic other than the Agenda Item currently under consideration will be out of order. Board Meeting Protocols The safety and decorum of the School Board Meetings are important to Stockton Unified School District and the community. SUSD promotes the publics right to free speech and we want to make sure that all community members, parents, and students are able to participate in a safe environment. We want to ensure all community members have a seat during the Board meeting. We will have the maximum number of chairs allowed per fire code (132). We ask that members of the public do not stand along the side of walls or block the walkway. Anyone standing up during the meeting, will be asked to take a seat; if they do not comply, they will be asked to leave. Any accredited news media representative who is standing will have a press credential clearly visible. The podium is positioned in front of the first row of chairs. No one other than the person who is speaking may be at the podium except for a guardian, administrator, or translator. For safety, people may not line up behind the speaker to wait their turn. We want to give the person at the podium the time and respect they deserve. Each speaker will be allowed three minutes. Attendees are not allowed to enter the area past the podium where Board members are sitting. No profanity or obscenity. During the Board meeting, if there is a disruption, the Board President or designee will give a verbal warning to the person or persons causing the disruption. If the disruption continues after the verbal warning, the individual(s) will be asked to leave or be removed from the premises for the remainder of the Board meeting. After the meeting is concluded, we ask the community to clear the lobby area in a respectful manner. File Attachments 4. ORGANIZATION Subject 4.1 Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag - Led by Miss Savanna Dupart, Stagg High School Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 4. ORGANIZATION Type Procedural Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag - Led by Miss Savanna Dupart, Stagg High School File Attachments Subject 4.2 Announcement of Action Taken in Closed Session, if any Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 4. ORGANIZATION Type Procedural Announcement of Action Taken in Closed Session, if any File Attachments Subject 4.3 Approval of Order of Agenda - (Any changes in the order of the agenda should be presented at this time.) Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 4. ORGANIZATION Type Action Approval to Make Any Revisions to the Order of the Agenda. Oral Announcement: This is the opportunity for the Board of Trustees to make any changes to the order of the agenda. Otherwise, the order of the agenda will be as published. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the Order of Agenda. Trustee Mendez Motioned to move Items: 12.3; 12.5; & 12.6 after 7.1. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Abstain: AngelAnn Flores 5. Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session and Non-Agenda Items Subject 5.1 Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session Agenda Items Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 5. Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session and Non-Agenda Items Type Procedural Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session Agenda Items. [1] “ Individual speakers shall be allowed three minutes to address the Board. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. With Board consent, the president may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation, depending on the topic and the number of persons wishing to be heard. The president may take a poll of speakers for or against a particular issue and may ask that additional persons speak only if they have something new to add.” File Attachments Subject 5.2 Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Non-Agenda Items Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 5. Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Open Session and Non-Agenda Items Type Oral Suggestions and Comments from the Community Regarding Non-Agenda Items. [1] “Individual speakers shall be allowed three minutes to address the Board on non-agenda item. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. With Board consent, the president may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation, depending on the topic and the number of persons wishing to be heard. The president may take a poll of speakers for or against a particular issue and may ask that additional persons speak only if they have something new to add.” File Attachments 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Subject 6.1 (A): Approval of Consent Items *C/A (Subject to Items Being Removed by Individual Trustees for Separate Consideration as Action Items.) Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action, Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) Approval of Consent Items *C/A (Subject to Items Being Removed by Individual Trustees for Separate Consideration as Action Items.) Oral Announcement: Does any trustee have any item they would like removed for separate consideration as an action item? After any items are removed for seperate consideration, there will be a vote on the consent items without any discussion. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.2 (C/A): Acceptance of Donations to the Stockton Unified School District Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the Donations to the Stockton Unified School District. INTRODUCTION The Stockton Unified School District received the following donations: ANALYSIS Donor School/Program Donation Designation William L. Sims 5309 Brook Valley Ct. Stockton, CA 95219-2414 Edison HS $50 Edison High Football Diane Gray & Regina Gray-Mount 223 E. Glencannon Street Stockton, CA 95210 Edison HS $100 Edison High Football Westside Claims, Burtis, Inc. 1050 N. Union Street Stockton, CA 95205 Edison HS $100 Edison High Football Edison Alumni Association of Stockton CA 4719 Quail Lakes Dr., Ste. G PMB 316 Stockton, CA 95207 Edison HS $1,000 Edison Seniors, Class of 2024 of Prom Expenses Barnes Welding Supply 1144 E.Mariposa Rd. Stockton, CA 95205 Student Support Services Fill CO2 Tank for T-Shirt Launcher ($20 value) Family Empowerment Conference T-Shirt Giveaway Hailey Hanson 6400 Camino Del Lago Drive Rancho Murieta, CA 95683 Weber Institute Squat rack w/ barbell and weights ($1,000 value) Weight Training Room Prepared by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.3 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 25 students from Franklin High School to Attend an International Baccalaureate Program Senior Retreat at Golden Valley Camp in Volcano, CA from October 4 - 6, 2024 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the field trip for 25 students and 8 teachers from Franklin High School to attend an International Baccalaureate Program Senior Retreat at Golden Valley Camp in Volcano, CA, October 4 - 6, 2024. INTRODUCTION The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program is a rigorous program that prepares students for the demands of college and prepares students to be global citizens. The senior year culminates with IB exams that, depending on the student's score, earn students' college credit. The IB Boosters sponsors an annual retreat in preparation for the senior IB Diploma candidates’ last year of high school. This is an annual retreat that has been in place for over 20 years. The IB Diploma Program Senior Retreat will be held at Golden Valley Camp in Volcano, CA. Retreat activities will consist of team building activities (ie: obstacle course, hiking, games) and creating a support system for the rigors of their senior year. Meals, lodging, and transportation is free of charge to IB Diploma candidates because the IB Boosters cover the cost of the retreat. ANALYSIS IB Diploma Program Senior Retreat is an annual event during the senior year. Students will be supervised by IB teachers and staff with a ratio of 3:1. Students and staff will leave Franklin High School on Friday, October 4, 2024 at 4:00 PM and return on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at approximately 12:00 PM. Senior Retreat will allow the IB Diploma candidates the opportunity to strengthen relationships with teachers and each other. These relationships will serve as their support as they finish their rigorous IB education. Senior Retreat will help students begin their last year on a positive note and full of encouragement and support. The goal of the retreat is to assist the students in creating a close-knit team that is dedicated to the goal of having every student successfully complete all of the Diploma Program requirements. The retreat meets this goal by having students spend 2 ½ days together - eating meals, sleeping, hiking, playing volleyball, relying on each other to concur an obstacle course, spending time around a campfire, performing skits they write, writing letters to their future selves, reflecting on their strengths and areas of growth, and reaffirming their reasons for being in the IB Program and their future goals after high school. Students come away from the retreat refreshed and with a new sense of purpose and a feeling of “I got this!” The cohort is strengthened and they know they can rely on one another to make it through a rigorous senior year and tough IB exams. Funding Source IB Club (ASB) and IB Boosters Cost No cost to Stockton Unified School District. Funding is provided by funds raised by the IB Club (ASB) and IB Boosters. Cost is $141 per person. Cost includes meals and lodging and all activities. There is no cost for transportation. Teachers and/or parents are driving students. 25 students and 8 adults = 33 people. Total cost = $141 x 33 = $4653 Prepared by: Anna Lotti, Principal, Franklin Reviewed by: Brian Biedermann, Director, Educational Services Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.4 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 11 Advanced Placement (AP) Biology Students and Two Chaperones from Health Careers Academy High School to Visit Yosemite National Park, California from October 6-11, 2024 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the field trip for11 Advanced Placement (AP) Biology students and two chaperones from Health Careers Academy High School to visit Yosemite National Park, California from October 6-11, 2024. INTRODUCTION AP Biology Club consists of students from 11th and 12th grade at Health Careers Academy (HCA) High School. This club provides opportunities for students to further their education in outdoor project-based learning settings. These opportunities enhance problem solving, team building and develop leadership skills. This year, HCA has been selected out of a competitive pool of high schools to participate in this five-day activity. HCA was awarded scholarships for 11 students and two chaperones to fund the activity. ANALYSIS WildLink Expeditions give HCA AP Biology students the opportunity to experience wilderness firsthand and will enable students to gain a better insight of how to apply their skills in the natural park setting. Since August 2000, more than a 1,000 students have discovered the wonder of the Sierra Nevada, Students are chosen from high schools and community programs located on the flanks of Yosemite in the Central Valley, Eastern Sierra, and San Francisco Bay areas. On this five-day backpacking expedition, students learn about the natural world first-hand, challenge themselves, and gain an understanding appreciation for the wilderness. Students explore their place in the wilderness; how their actions impact our environment; environmental science through hands-on research projects; the cultural history of Yosemite and their surrounding areas; geographical history; natural history; and possibilities for all of our futures. Students learn what they can do as individuals while developing teamwork and leadership. They will meet other students from different social and cultural backgrounds and will learn to work together to meet the social, philosophical and physical challenges of wilderness. Participating students, upon return, design and implement a Wilderness Ambassador Program to give back to our community. In addition, students are accompanied on the trip by several National Park employees and are exposed and given future opportunities towards careers in the National Park system. There will be two adult chaperones accompanying students for a ration of 5:1. DATE OF SERVICE Sunday, October 6, 2024 - Friday, October 11, 2024. LOCATION OF SERVICE Yosemite National Park, California COST No cost to the District FUNDING SOURCE Grant was awarded to the school to cover the trip. Prepared by: Aaron Mata, Principal, Health Careers Academy Reviewed by: Tamara Pronoitis, Director, Educational Services Dep Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Field Trip Planning Checklist for HCA.pdf (798 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.5 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for Transitional Kindergarten Through Eighth Grade Students from Harrison School for the 2024-2025 School Year Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is Recommended that the Governing Board approve field trip participation for Transitional Kindergarten through eight grade students from Harrison School for the 2024/25 school year. INTRODUCTION Harrison Elementary will sending their Transitional Kindergarten through eight grade students on field trips throughout the school year. Students will travel on a school or charter buses and walk if the destination is no more than a mile from the school. There will be chaperones at a ratio of 20:1. Students feel connected to schools who enhance the education with hands on collaborative activities. Students will be visiting Fog Willow Farms in Wilton, CSUS Planetarium in Sacramento, Sacramento Zoo, California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco, Micke Grove Zoo in Lodi, California Museum and Sutter's Fort in Sacramento, Big Trees in Arnold, Science Camp location not yet available, West Lane Bowl in Stockton. These experiences extend and enhance learning, giving students experiences and the ability to learn about local animals, plants, echo systems, and our community. ANALYSIS At this time, the dates are yet to be determined. In order to improve efficiency and planning of transportation it is recommended to approve this blanket item to facilitate the early arrangement of travel, lodging, and registration. Approval of this item will consolidate what would normally be multiple agenda items and require timely passage due to the turnover between booking destination registration and transportation. Date of Service September 1, 2024 through May 29, 2025 Recipient of Service Harrison Transitional Kinder through eight grade students Location of Service Fog Willow Farms in Wilton, CSUS Planetarium in Sacramento, Sacramento Zoo, California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco, Mickie Grove Zoo in Lodi, California Museum and Sutter's Fort in Sacramento, Big Trees in Arnold, Science Camp location not yet available, West Lane Bowl in Stockton. Brief Description of Services to be Provided Approval of this item will allow for students and chaperone registration, transportation, lodging and food cost for the above mentioned destinations. This estimated amount is based upon historical expenses for participation with the projections of increased student participation. Amount of Contract Each field trip not to exceed $4,000 Funding Source ASB fundraising Prepared by: Christina Katen, Principal, Harrison Elementary School Reviewed by: Tamara Pronoitis, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.6 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 20 Varsity Soccer Players from Edison High School to Stay Overnight for Their Tournament at Stevenson School in Pebble Beach, CA from December 13-14, 2024 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the field trip for 20 varsity soccer players from Edison High School to stay overnight for their tournament at Stevenson School in Pebble Beach, CA from December 13-14, 2024. INTRODUCTION Participation in an overnight trip has been a tradition for the varsity soccer team as a relationship and team building extended learning experience. The educational impact of students from Edison High School staying overnight in Pebble Beach is to increase social skills, build relationships, and enhance team cooperation. ANALYSIS The 20 Varsity Football Players and three Coaches from Edison will pay for their hotel and food out of their ASB account that they have been fundraising for. The Edison Athletic Department will cover the cost of the Enterprise rental vans. There is no additional cost to Stockton Unified School District. Students will not attend school on Friday, December 13, but will have mandatory study hall two times during the trip. The chaperones will be the varsity soccer coaching staff which includes 2 certificated advisors and 1 other SUSD employee. Date of Service December 13-14, 2024 Recipient of Service 20 varsity soccer players from Edison High School and their chaperones Location of Service Pebble Beach, CA Cost Not to Exceed $4,500 Funding Source Associated Student Body funding Soccer Account (Hotel & Food). The Edison Athletic Department General funding (Rental Vans) Prepared by: Dr. Justin Gann, Principal, Edison High School Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.7 (C/A): Approval of Field Trips for 9th - 12th Grade Students from Edward C. Merlo Institute of Environmental Technology to Tour Junior Colleges, Universities of California, and California State Universities in the Surrounding Areas During the 2024-25 School Year Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Board of Education approve field trips for 9th - 12th grade students from Edward C. Merlo Institute of Environmental Technology to visit and tour the various Junior Colleges, UCs, CSUs and Private Colleges in the are which may include, Delta College, Modesto Jr. College, UOP, UC Santa Cruz, UC Davis, UC Merced, Chico State, Sac State, SF State, Stanislaus State, Fresno State, CSU East Bay & St. Mary's College during the 2024-2025 school year. INTRODUCTION Edward C. Merlo Institute of Environmental Technology recognizes the importance of students participating in activities and events that help promote college and higher learning. It is the intent to educate and inform students of the different colleges and universities that are available here for them. These trips will allow students to see firsthand, the variety of majors that are offered at the universities and the opportunity to experience the university campus life and become college ready. ANALYSIS These trips will be coordinated and supervised by our Merlo Counselor and Guidance Tech. The tours allow students to visit and experience life at a college or university. Spending time on a college campus and learning about the academic and extracurricular activities available will assist our students in visualizing what it would be like if they were in college and demystifies misconceptions. Students will leave the campus energized and hopeful for their new future as a college student. The college visit will place into context the economic and personal value of obtaining a post-secondary education. Dates of Service ( Some dates are still pending response of college or university) CSU, Sacramento - September 23, 2024 CSU, Fresno - October 29, 2024 CSU, San Jose & Santa Clara University- March 12, 2025 UC, Merced - April 25, 2025 Location of Service (Potential back up colleges in the event of scheduling conflicts) Delta College, Modesto Jr. College, UC Santa Cruz, UC Davis, UC Merced, Chico State, SF State, Stanislaus State, CSU East Bay & St. Mary's College Cost $8,858 (Transportation) $8,768 (Substitutes) Funding Source LCFF - (Transportation) Title I - (Substitutes) Prepared by: Justin Moeckli, Principal Reviewed by: Brian Biedermann, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.8 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 222 Kindergarten through Eighth Grade Students from Kohl Open School to Visit Micke Grove Regional Park in Lodi, CA on October 4, 2024 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is reommended that the Governing Board approve this Educational Field Trip for 222 Kindergarten-Eighth grade students from Kohl Open School to Micke Grove Regional Park in Lodi on October 4, 2024. INTRODUCTION This is an opportunity for students to learn about the importance of eating nutritious food as well as the importance of doing physical activity in their lives. Students will study and research the nutrition and human body's anatomy. At the park, the students will participate in physical education activities planned and taught by the older students. This field trip will give the older students an opportunity to use their research to teach the younger students about nutrition, health, and value of physical education. ANALYSIS Approval of this educational trip for 222 Kinder-eighth grade students from Kohl Open School. The educational impact of students from Kohl Open Scholl visiting Micke Grove is to increase students' understanding of human anatomy, nutrition and how it will help promote healthy physical activity in their lives. It will also develop mentorship and promote mental health and strong relationships with our students and Kohl community. Date of Service October 4, 2024 Recipient of Service Kohl Open School Students Location of Service Micke Grove Regional Park, Lodi Term of Contract Transportation Not to Exceed $2,000 Funding Source Donation, Site General Funds Prepared by: Patrick Hambright, Principal Reviewed by: Ms. Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.9 (C/A): Approval of a Field Trip for 54 Seventh and Eighth Grade Students from Kohl Open School to Visit Diamond R. Farms in Stockton, CA on October 22, 2024 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the Field Trip for 54 Seventh and Eighth Grade students from Kohl Open School to Diamond R. Farms in Stockton on October 22, 2024. INTRODUCTION This is an opportunity for students to identify differences between dicots and monocots, vertebrates/invertebrates, farming irrigation systems and implements. ANALYSIS The students will be able to identify, classify and expound upon best farming practices and attributes of a ranch/farm. Through real world examples students will visually and physically experience the components of an operating farm and the many factors that an contribute to or hinder success. The educational impact of students from Kohl Open School visiting Diamond R. Farms is to increase the understanding of natual science concepts, develop critical thinking, increase problem solving and social skills and bill cooperation. If Kohl Open School students do not go on this field trip, they will miss an educational opportunity that is accessible by visiting Micke Grove Zoo. Date of Service October 22, 2024 Recipient of Service Kohl Open Students Location of Service Diamond R Farms Costs SUSD Transportation costs not to exceed $1,000. There is no entrance fee. Funding Source LCFF Prepared by: Patrick Hambright, Principal Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Department Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Education Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.10 (C/A): Approval of a Conference Attendance Request for Teachers, Program Specialists, Instructional Coaches, Administrators and/or the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to Attend the 2024 National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics (NCSM) Conference in Chicago from Sept 22-25, 2024 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve th Conference Attendance Request for Teachers, Program Specialists, Instructional Coaches, Administrators and/or the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to Attend the 2024 National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics (NCSM) Conference in Chicago from Sept 22-25, 2024. INTRODUCTION This conference will give teachers and specialists the opportunity to attend sessions designed to increase mathematical literacy for students as well as STEM activities for all, supporting ELD students in mathematics and special education to better differentiate instruction for all students in mathematics, integration of technology and STEM education. This conference also addresses LCAP Goals: 1, 2, and 4 by improving high quality first instruction, a more equitable learning environment and increased graduation rates for all students - including those with disabilities. IMPACT ON STUDENT LEARNING: This will provide equitable access for all of our students to current/research based, high-quality first instruction strategies and activities. Mathematics continues to be one the biggest barriers for our students and attending conferences such as these help to expand our instructors' views of current techniques as well as their network of teachers encountering similar challenges. The consequence of not sending our teachers and leaders for mathematics will potentially create a rift in what we are able to offer to our students . ANALYSIS NCSM celebrates its 56th Annual Conference, continuing our dedication to the life-long learning of bold mathematics education leaders. NCSM is committed to supporting leaders’ work in inspiring high-quality mathematics teaching and learning every day for each and every learner. NCSM is where we will share stories of bold mathematics leadership. We will be creating Mirrors & Windows into stories from our mathematics leaders and the work they are doing to support equitable mathematics instruction. Date of Conference September 23-25, 2024 Recipient of Service Teachers, coaches, specialists, SUSD administrators Amount of Contract Not to Exceed $48,000 Registration Non-member early bird $565 x 20 attendees $11,300 Hotel $300 per room x 3=$900 $18,000 Airfare Mileage Parking $450X10=$4,500 (round trip) $225X10=$2,250 (one way) 116 miles x .67= $77.72x10=$777.20 + 58 miles x.67=$38.86x10=$388.60 $100 $6,750 $1,166 $2,000 Meals $350 $7,000 Uber $100x10=$1,000 $50x10=$500 $1,500 Total for 20 attendees (10 attendees will stay and also attend the NCTM Conference) $47,716 Funding Source Educator Effectiveness Grant Reviewed by: Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.11 (C/A): Approval of a Conference Attendance Request for 10 High School Math Coaches and Math Curriculum Specialists to Attend the 2024 National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Math Conference in Chicago, IL on September 25-28, 2024 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Governing Board approve Conference Attendance Request for 10 High School Math Coaches and Math Curriculum Specialists to Attend the 2024 NCTM Math Conference in Chicago, IL on September 25-28, 2024. INTRODUCTION The focus on mathematics teaching, learning, and all aspects of mathematics education through targeted sessions by national leaders and master teachers, and collaborations, innovations, and collective work with colleagues—are what make the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Annual Meeting & Exposition the premier event for educators. ANALYSIS Professional Development: Benefit from four days of learning from educational leaders, master teachers, and experts in mathematics education in a positive and supportive environment. Bring back actionable information and strategies to your school, district, and classroom. Networking/Community: Enjoy the in-depth conversations, collaborative sharing, and camaraderie that happens when you get face-to-face with like-minded educators from across the country. Exposition: Discover innovative tools and resources to support your teaching. Meet with exhibitors and get answers to your questions about their products and services. Request additional information or schedule a follow-up. There are over 30 sessions planned during this event which address writing within the math classroom and how this can be used as a tool in order to improve thinking, collaborating and depth of knowledge. Date of Conference Sept 25-28, 2024 Recipient of Service 10 SUSD Math Specialists and HS Math Coaches Amount of Contract Not to Exceed $31,000 Registration $659 x 10 $6,590 Mileage 58 miles x .67=$38.86x10=$388.60 $389 Parking $100 $1,000 Uber $50x10 $500 Meals $328 $3,280 Hotel Airfare Total $1,600 $250X10 (one way) (attended the NCSM Conference) $16,000 $2,500 $30,259 Funding Source Title IV Reviewed by: Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.12 (C/A): Approval of a Conference Attendance Request for Five Teachers and One Administrator to Attend The National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) in Boston, MA, on November 21-24, 2024 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is Recommended that the Governing Board approve a Conference Attendance Request for Five Teachers and One Administrator to Attend The National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) in Boston, MA, on November 21-24, 2024. INTRODUCTION The National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) is a professional organization dedicated to improving the teaching and learning of Social Studies at all levels. It is critical that SUSD stays on top of developments to Social Studies instruction, especially Ethnic Studies. The convention delivers hundreds of concurrent sessions on topics relevant to today’s Social Studies teachers including Ethnic Studies, EL student support, rigor in the Social Science classroom, AI in the classroom, and student engagement and choice. Through site visits and discussions with department chairs and coaches, these are concerns of our Social Science department and teachers. The goal is to bring back relevant knowledge/ instructional practices and disburse it to the school site through site collaborative team meetings. Attendees will participate in different strands throughout the days of the conference to ensure they are targeting different areas of growth decided on by the department. ANALYSIS Edison High School utilizes the PLC system through all departments on campus. By selecting five teachers, we are able to cover many different topics that pertain to the Social Science curriculum. This will ensure that all teachers, within our department, will benefit from the newfound knowledge. Teachers will take notes and gather resources to bring back to their respective collaborative teams. Once they are able to debrief, each collaborative team will collaborate and brainstorm on ways to apply new strategies and lessons in their classrooms, which will enhance student learning. 104th NCSS Annual Conference | Social Studies Total Cost for 5 attendees: $22,644 Amount not to exceed $23,000 ITEM COST #OF PEOPLE TOTAL REGISTRATION $419- member $529 non- member 6 $3,174 MILEAGE (65.5) $80 6 $480 AIRPORT PARKING $50 X 5 days 6 $1,500 PUBLIC TRANSPORT $60 6 $360 MEALS ($17,18,34) $310 6 $1,860 HOTEL $450 x 4 nights ($1,800) 6 $10,800 AIRFARE $745 (round trip) 6 $4,470 Funding Source SPSA Goal/Strategy 1.1.1 LCFF funding Prepared by: Dr. Justin Gann, Principal, Edison High School Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.13 (C/A): Approval of a Conference Attendance Request for Four Teachers and One Administrator to attend the NSTA (National Science Teaching Association) in New Orleans, LA, from November 6-9, 2024 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is Recommended that the Governing Board approve the Conference Attendance Request for Four Teachers and One Administrator to attend the NSTA (National Science Teaching Association) in New Orleans, LA, from November 6-9, 2024. INTRODUCTION Science scores from the California Science Test (CAST) will be calculated equally with math and ELA, as part of the CA Dashboard in 2025, with results from the 2024 assessment. This conference will give teachers, instructional coaches and specialists the opportunity to attend sessions designed to increase science literacy for students. As well as STEM activities for all, supporting ELD students in science and special education to better differentiate instruction for all students in science and STEM education. Additionally, the administration and teachers from Fillmore Elementary have been accepted to present at the conference on how leveraging ELA time to teach science has allowed for more science and increased ELA scores from CAASPP and iReady. The NSTA conference will provide teachers, instructional coaches, program specialists, and curriculum specialists with enhanced teaching science techniques, curriculum development, and strategies to integrate the practices and concepts of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to implement at their sites, and throughout the district to enhance, engage, and make science more relevant in our students' lives. Additionally, by providing engaging, high-quality instruction learned at the conference, we have the opportunity to improve our CAST (California Science Test) scores with more students reaching a standard met level (3) and standard exceeded (level 4). Lastly, an administrator can be part of the NSTA job fair to recruit highly qualified, dedicated educators to join the SUSD team. Focus will also be on how best to integrate science lessons with our ELA curriculum to maximize both subjects' efficacy for students. ANALYSIS This conference will also help implement NGSS in our respective Science courses. At this conference, attendees will have the opportunity to observe detailed presentations on the prospective Biology Curriculum slated for pilot implementation. Additionally, the event will provide valuable insights into incorporating the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) into our science courses. The inclusion of new educators in our team promises to significantly enhance our collective expertise and instructional effectiveness. For new science teachers, this conference will be particularly beneficial. It will provide them with a comprehensive understanding of the latest curriculum developments and instructional strategies. The exposure to NGSS-aligned practices will equip them with the necessary skills to effectively teach and engage students. Furthermore, the networking opportunities with experienced colleagues and education leaders will foster professional growth and support their integration into the teaching community. https://www.nsta.org/national-conference-science-education-new-orleans-2024-leaders-institute Total costs for 5 attendees: $14,395 (not to exceed $15,000) Costs Breakdown: Registration $647 x 5 people $3,235 Mileage $80 x 5 people $400 Airfare $296 x 5 people $1,480 Airport Parking $25 x 4 nights x 5 people $500 Hotel $310 x 4 nights x 5 people $6,200 Meals $69 per diem x 4 nights X 5 people $1,380 Public Transport $60 x 4 nights x 5 people $1,200 Funding Source SPSA Goal/Strategy 1.1.1 Title 1/LCFF funding Prepared by: Dr. Justin Gann, Principal, Edison High School Reviewed by: Lori Risso, Director, Educational Services Kasey Klappenback, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Division Approved by: Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Governing Board approve all Consent Action Items *C/A (subject to items being removed by individual trustees for separate consideration as Action Items.) All Consent Action (C/A) Items on the August 27, 2024 Agenda were approved. Motion by Cecilia Mendez, second by Alicia Rico. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cecilia Mendez, AngelAnn Flores, Alicia Rico, Ray C Zulueta Jr, Donald Donaire, Sofia Colon, Kennetha Stevens Subject 6.14 (C/A): Approval of a Conference Attendance Request for Six Teachers and One Administrator to Attend the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) in Boston, MA, on November 21-24, 2024 Meeting Aug 27, 2024 - August 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting - - 4:00 P.M. (IN-PERSON) Category 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is Recommended that the Governing Board approve the Conference Attendance Request for Six Teachers and One Administrator to Attend the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) in Boston, MA, on November 21-24, 2024. INTRODUCTION The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) is a professional organization dedicated to improving the teaching and learning of English at all levels. It is crucial that SUSD supports their teachers in staying current and up to date with new systems and strategies they can utilize in their ELA instruction. By investing in our ELA team to attend a conference focused solely on ELA, we are investing in current and future students sitting in our ELA classrooms. We are requesting the approval of six teachers to attend the NCTE National Convention in Boston, MA, traveling from November 20th to the 25th, this year. This convention offers a surplus of sessions each day for teachers to attend in which they will be able to bring back new knowledge to implement into their classrooms and to share with their colleagues in the ELA Department. Teachers will be attending different strands throughout the days of the conference to ensure they are targeting different areas of growth decided on by the department. ANALYSIS From an academic perspective, the implementation of the Professional Learning Community (PLC) system at Edison High School is a strategically coordinated effort across all departmental units. By carefully selecting a representative sample of four educators, the institution is able to engage with a diverse array of PLC activities within the English Language Arts (ELA) department. This approach ensures that the newly acquired knowledge and pedagogical insights gained by the participating teachers can be effectively disseminated throughout the broader academic community. The selected teachers will be tasked with meticulously documenting their experiences and collecting relevant resources during their PLC engagements. Upon their return, they will have the opportunity to debrief and share their findings with their respective PLC groups. This will then facilitate a collaborative brainstorming session, wherein the PLC members can collectively explore the feasibility and applicability of incorporating the new strategies and lesson plans into their classroom practices. The institutionalization of the PLC framework at Edison High School reflects a commitmen