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07.20.23 Regular Meeting - Board of Education

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1 ADOPTED MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION BURBANK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT July 20, 2023 Burbank City Hall 275 E. Olive Avenue Burbank, California MEMBERS PRESENT: Steve Ferguson Emily Weisberg Armond Aghakhanian Charlene Tabet Abby Pontzer Kamkar Also present were John Paramo, Acting Superintendent; Sharon Cuseo, Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services; Andrew Cantwell, Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services. 1. CALL TO ORDER 1.a NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC The District is providing alternatives to in-person attendance for viewing and participating. Any individual or group representative may address the Board of Education on any agenda item or subject within its jurisdiction during one of the three Public Comments sections. Instructions for Virtual Public Speakers Who Wish to Address the Board: 1. Speakers who wish to provide a Public Comment virtually should sign up at this link: https://forms.gle/6MqYfiB7SnbQjU7T9 before 3pm on Wednesday, July 19th. Please indicate if your comment pertains to (1) an item on this agenda, or (2) a subject within the jurisdiction of the Board of Education. Closed Session Public Comments must be given in person. 2. The Zoom Webinar will open at 6:30 p.m. Speakers are asked to rename their Zoom profile to indicate their full name to expedite this process. Please note that only those individuals who have signed up to speak prior to 3:00 p.m. on the day before, will be allowed to enter the Zoom Webinar. Speakers will receive an email Wednesday afternoon with the Zoom Webinar login details. 3. When it is time for a speaker to address the Board, the speaker’s name will be called and the speaker should activate their microphone and camera. Speakers must be present in the Zoom Webinar when their name is called in order to address the Board. Speakers are also requested to state their name (and their pronouns, if desired) prior to addressing the Board. Please note that the chat function will be disabled. 4. After a speaker completes their public comment, or if the five-minute (5) time limit has been reached, the speaker will be removed from the Zoom Webinar and can continue watching the meeting by streaming it at www.burbankusd.org/boemeetings 5.If you would like to make a Public Comment and require Spanish, Armenian, or ASL translation, please email cindyquiterio@burbankusd.org prior to 3:00 p.m. the day before the meeting to receive a registration link.

Board of Education 2 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 2. REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD 2.a Public Communications on Closed Session Agenda Items (In-Person Only) An individual or group representative may address the Board of Education on any Closed Session agenda item by completing a white request card. Speakers are requested to state their name prior to speaking to the Board. Not more than five (5) minutes may be allotted to each speaker, except by unanimous consent of the Board of Education. The Superintendent may refer the matter to the proper department for review. 2.b Staff Responses 2.c Board Members' Responses 3. CLOSED SESSION 3.a Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9 (b)(1) and (b)(3)(A) Final Settlement Agreement for Special Education Students 960012279, 960022068 and 960027511 4. RECONVENE IN PUBLIC SESSION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Board reconvened in Public Session at 7:02 p.m. Tiffany Maxwell, BUSD staff, led the Pledge of Allegiance. 5. REPORTING ON CLOSED SESSION President Ferguson reported that there were no items to disclose. 6. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA Acting Superintendent Paramo stated that he would like to present the new Director of Special Education if she arrives during the meeting. President Ferguson stated that there will be changes to Public Comment period. He explained that periods of Public Comment will be available with regards to items on the agenda first, while at the end of the meeting, there will be a period of Public Comment for non-agenda items. 7. ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS President Ferguson asked that staff coordinate a Special meeting, a closed session meeting on the appointment of an Interim Superintendent.

Board of Education 3 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 8. REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD 8.a Public Communications on a Subject Within the Jurisdiction of the School Board An individual or group representative may address the Board of Education on any subject within its jurisdiction by completing a blue request card Speakers are requested to state their name prior to speaking to the Board. Not more than five (5) minutes may be allotted to each speaker, except by unanimous consent of the Board of Education. The order of speakers will be 1) students 2) Item(s) on the Agenda 3) Item(s) not on the agenda. The Superintendent may refer the matter to the proper department for review. Annie Markarian, community member, spoke in opposition to the development at Horace Mann. She thanked Member Pontzer Kamkar for not making a decision regarding the development of Horace Mann prior to engaging with the community. She encouraged the Board of Education to look at their petition at www.change.org/91504united. Lisa Markarian, community member, spoke in opposition of the housing development of Horace Mann. She explained that she understands that it is an assessment, not a development. She addressed Vice President Weisberg regarding not standing for the flag salute. Arpine Markarian, community member, explained that she objects high density housing at Horace Mann and requested that they consider the residents and community. Alice Hanson, community member, shared her opposition to the development at Horace Mann. She stated that AB2295 is not for education rental only, but that it can be rented to others. She explained that if housing for staff is necessary, the Board of Education should not choose the Horace Mann location. Carlos de Varona, community member, indicated his support with the other speakers in opposition of the housing development at Horace Mann. Lynn Wetherwax, community member, asked that the Board do not go through with the housing development and that community members sign the petition mentioned by Annie Markarian. Tara Waugh, BUSD parent, spoke regarding item 10aa and requested that the Board table this item and get more information on other firms. She also stated that she respects some of the speakers but that they should provide alternatives. Joel Schlossman, community member, suggested that the Board is asking for a parcel tax and addressed his concerns with the Board of Education. He asked for the Board to look into the Burroughs High School parcel instead of Horace Mann. Rose, community member, spoke regarding her opposition regarding housing at Horace Mann and stated that housing is an unnecessary shift of District priorities at this time. Aram, community member, spoke regarding his opposition to the development at Horace Mann. He requested that the Board of Education cancel their contract with Perkins Eastman and asked that the Board of Education do the right thing.

Board of Education 4 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 Nicole Drabecki, BTA president, thanked BUSD staff for getting the 1% bonus mailed out. She asked how the BASA salary placement came to be. She requested to know how BUSD reclass committee came to these decisions. 8.b Superintendent's Responses The Superintendent, will respond to public comment and will comment on items of interest to the Board of Education and community. Acting Superintendent Paramo thanked the speakers regarding the Horace Mann housing and explained that he could hear how passionate they are about it. He addressed Lisa Markarian regarding the Public Records requests and asked her to email him directly. He addressed Tara Waugh and stated that he is willing to take direction from the Board on this item. 8.c Board Members' Responses Board Members will respond to public comment and will comment on items of interest to the community. Member Tabet addressed the speakers regarding the Perkins Eastman report. She addressed Nicole Drabecki and thanked Tiffany Maxwell and her team for their hard work in getting the retro paychecks out. Member Pontzer Kamkar thanked the speakers for coming out. She confirmed that they have been heard and that she appreciates the data. She explained that the Governance Committee will be starting soon. She requested that speakers addressed ideas and not tear each other down. Clerk Aghakhanian requested that speakers not mix math scores with a property assessment. He expressed that teachers are working very hard. He explained that they are being heard, and requested that speakers not tear them down but to be respectful and to come with ideas. He stated that his door is always open and to reach out to him. Vice President Weisberg addressed Annie Markarian and expressed that she enjoyed their meeting with Larry Applebaum. She stated that the study session will come within one week of receiving new information. She explained that if there is a delay, an email will be sent to those who have enrolled in the email list. She noted that this assessment is part of a Facilities Master Plan and not the number one priority. She thanked speakers for being vested in the District's testing. She stated that the numbers of Public Comments have not changed. She reiterated that the first part of Public Comments will be for items within the agenda and that the division will not be to silence anyone. She addressed Aram and shared that she will not make a decision until she has a full report. She thanked Tara Waugh for the time and energy that she invests and for the details that she shares. President Ferguson thanked everyone who came down. He stated that they put forward a vision and that people respond. He addressed the property and noted that they need to have a plan for it. He explained that the District needs to get the parameters for what needs to be done. He expressed that he respects the Horace Mann community. He extended Annie Markarian an invitation to connect and meet. He noted that Public comment is shifting. He stated that it is a privilege to serve the public.

Board of Education 5 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 Acting Superintendent Paramo introduced Sharon Cuseo, Assistant Superintendent who introduced Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education. Vice President Weisberg welcomed Jennifer Nicholson and explained that she looks forward to hearing from her throughout the year. Clerk Aghakhanian welcomed Jennifer Nicholson and expressed that he is happy that she is here. President Ferguson expressed that he is grateful for her leadership and that they are lucky to have her. Jennifer Nicholson thanked staff for the opportunity. 9. NEW AND/OR UNFINISHED BUSINESS 9.a Approval of Fiscal Crisis & Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) Study Agreement That the Board of Education approve the study agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Fiscal Crisis & Management Assistance Team (FCMAT), effective July 21, 2023 through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $19,700 (01.0-00000.0-00000- 71900-5820-7401000) respectively, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. FCMAT Agreement 072023.pdf (OF 30,274) It was moved by Armond Aghakhanian, and seconded by Charlene Tabet, that the Board of Education approve the item as recommended. The motion carried unanimously. 9.b Ratification of Agreement with Burbank Community YMCA for Childcare Services That the Board of Education ratify the Agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Burbank Community YMCA, to provide childcare services not to exceed $75,000 from the General Fund (12.0-906030-00010-10000-5810-5300000) effective July 1, 2023, through August 31, 2024, and that authority to sign this agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented YMCA-Ratification- Childcare Services 2023-7. 20. 23.pdf (OF 30,275) It was moved by Charlene Tabet, and seconded by Armond Aghakhanian, that the Board of Education approve the item as recommended. The motion carried unanimously. 9.c Ratification of 4-Step Salary Schedule for Certificated Assistant Superintendents (Salary Schedule D) and 4-Step Salary Schedule for Classified Assistant Superintendents (Salary Schedule E) That the Board of Education ratify the 4-Step Salary Schedule for Certificated Assistant Superintendents (Salary Schedule D) and 4-Step Salary Schedule for Classified Assistant Superintendents (Salary Schedule E), effective July 1, 2023, as presented. 4 Step Salary Schedules for Asst Supts FINAL.pdf (OF 30,276)

Board of Education 6 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 It was moved by Armond Aghakhanian, and seconded by Emily Weisberg, that the Board of Education approve the item as amended. The motion carried unanimously. 9.d Ratification of Employment Contract for Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services That the Board of Education ratify the employment contract for the Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services, effective July 1, 2023 as presented. Assistant Supt Instructional Services - Sharon Cuseo.pdf (OF 30,277) It was moved by Emily Weisberg, and seconded by Armond Aghakhanian, that the Board of Education approve the item as amended. The motion carried unanimously. 9.e Ratification of Employee Contract for the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources That the Board of Education ratify the employment contract for the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, effective July 17, 2023, as presented. Assistant Supt HR - Dr Sarah Rudchenko.pdf (OF 30,278) It was moved by Emily Weisberg, and seconded by Armond Aghakhanian, that the Board of Education approve the item as amended. The motion carried unanimously. 9.f Approval of Employment Contract for the Interim Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services That the Board of Education approve the employment contract with Peter Knapik, as Interim Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, effective July 21, 2023, and end when: 1) the effective date begins for the new Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services who is hired; or 2) John Paramo resumes his position as Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services. Interim Assistant Supt Ed Services - Dr Peter Knapik.pdf (OF 30,279) It was moved by Armond Aghakhanian, and seconded by Emily Weisberg, that the Board of Education approve the item as amended. The motion carried unanimously. 9.g Ratification of Employee Reclassification, Job Descriptions, and Certificated Supervisors and Managers Salary Schedule A, Classified Supervisors and Managers Salary Schedule B, and Confidential Employees Salary Schedule C That the Board of Education ratify the Employee Reclassification, Job Descriptions, and Certificated Supervisors and Managers Salary Schedule A, Classified Supervisors and Managers Salary Schedule B, and Confidential Employees Salary Schedule C, effective July 1, 2023, as presented. BASA Reclass FINAL.pdf (OF 30,280)

Board of Education 7 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 It was moved by Steve Ferguson, and seconded by Armond Aghakhanian, that the Board of Education approve the item as amended. The motion carried unanimously. 9.h Approval of Directives for Coaching and Athletic/Activities Camp Stipends That the Board of Education approve the directives for Coaching and Athletic/Activities Camp stipend, as presented. Coaching stipends and camps.pdf (OF 30,281) It was moved by Charlene Tabet, and seconded by Emily Weisberg, that the Board of Education approve the item as recommended. The motion carried unanimously. 9.i Approval of Amended Contract for California Department of Rehabilitation Services That the Board of Education approve the amended contract between Burbank Unified School District and the State of California Department of Rehabilitation Services for the purpose of work experience for identified students in the “We Can Work” Program, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2025, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR3314, as presented. Amended DOR Contract 072023.pdf (OF 30,282) It was moved by Armond Aghakhanian, and seconded by Charlene Tabet, that the Board of Education approve the item as recommended. The motion carried unanimously. 9.j Acceptance of Gifts That the Board of Education take formal action accepting the following gifts to the District, and that the Board President convey appreciation to the donors, as presented. Gift Report 072023.pdf (OF 30,283) It was moved by Charlene Tabet, and seconded by Armond Aghakhanian, that the Board of Education approve the item as recommended. The motion carried unanimously. 10. CONSENT AGENDA Vice President Weisberg pulled item 10aa. 10.a Amended Final Settlement Agreement (Special Education) That the Board of Education amend Final Settlement Agreement for Special Education Student 960027511, at no cost to District (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000), effective February 18, 2022 through June 1, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Note: The original Settlement Agreement was approved on March 17, 2022 in the amount of $51,000. This amendment extends the original end date of August 1, 2023 to June 1, 2024.

Board of Education 8 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 SPED Student 960027511 Settlement Agreement_Amendment.pdf (Confidential Exhibit, OF 30,284) 10.b Approval of Personnel Report 23-24-01 That the Board of Education approve Personnel Report number 23-24-01, covering Certificated and Classified personnel, and consisting of Pages 1 to 29 inclusive, as presented. Personnel Report 7-20-23.pdf (OF 30,285) 10.c 2022-2023 Purchase Order Report That the Board of Education approve Purchase Orders for 2022-2023 as listed through June 26, 2023, as presented. 2022-2023 PURCHASE ORDER REPORT.pdf (OF 30,286) 10.d 2023-2024 Purchase Order Report That the Board of Education approve Purchase Orders for 2023-2024 as listed through June 26, 2023, as presented. 2023-2024 PURCHASE ORDER REPORT.pdf (OF 30,287) 10.e Approval of Warrants That the Board of Education approve payroll warrants in the total amount of $14,120,635.92 and commercial warrants in the total amount of $5,848,876.77, as presented. Warrants.pdf (OF 30,288) 10.f Ratification of Non-Instructional Consultant Services That the Board of Education ratification the non-instructional consultant services for the purpose of supporting the school and/or District goals, and that authority to sign the agreements be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Ratif Non Inst Con 072023.pdf (OF 30,289) 10.g Ratification of Agreement for Instructional Consultant Services That the Board of Education ratify the instructional consultant services for the purpose of on-site student learning support and staff development, and that authority to sign the agreements be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Ratif Inst Consultant 072023.pdf (OF 30,290)

Board of Education 9 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 10.h Approval of Instructional Consultant Services That the Board of Education approve the instructional consultant services for the purpose of on-site student learning support and staff development, and that authority to sign the agreements be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Inst Consultant 072023_Redacted.pdf (OF 30,291) 10.i Approval of Williams Lawsuit Settlement Quarterly Report on Uniform Complaints 2022-2023 That the Board of Education approve the Williams Lawsuit Settlement Quarterly Report on Uniform Complaints 2022-2023, Report Summary No. 4, April 1 through June 30, 2023, as presented. BUSD_Williams_UCP_Report_4th_Quarter_2022 23.pdf (OF 30,292) 10.j Action on Final Settlement Agreement (Special Education) That the Board of Education approve Final Settlement Agreement for Special Education Student 960022068, not to exceed $44,867.08, (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813- 7440000), effective March 15, 2023 through December 21, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960022068 Settlement Agreement.docx.pdf (Confidential Exhibit, OF 30,293) 10.k Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) That the Board of Education ratify an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and LA City Cab, LLC for transportation services for Special Education Students on an as needed basis, effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $350,000 (01.0-07240.0-50010-36000-5812-7440000), and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services LA City Cab_Ratification.pdf (OF 30,294) 10.l Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) That the Board of Education ratify an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Karen Lynn Epport, Ph.D., to provide a Psychoeducational IEE and Speech and Language IEE, not to exceed $10,500 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-744000) for special education student 960032256, effective July 1, 2023 through December 30, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960032256 Karen Epport_Ratification.pdf (OF 30,295) 10.m Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education)

Board of Education 10 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 That the Board of Education ratify an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and the Family Services Agency of Burbank to provide IEP-based mental health services for qualifying special education students, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $363,000 (01.0-65460.0-57601-11800-5810-7440000), and the authority to sign the contract be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services Family Service Agency_Ratification.pdf (OF 30,296) 10.n Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) That the Board of Education approve an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Hathaway Sycamores, to provide Educationally Related Mental Health services for special education students at Magnolia Park School, not to exceed $467,500 (01.0-65460.0-57601-1180-5810-7440000) Effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services Hathaway-Sycamores.pdf (OF 30,297) 10.o Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) That the Board of Education ratify an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and SpedEx Consulting, to provide consultative services and Credentialed Teachers, not to exceed $75,000 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-7440000), effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services SpedEx_Ratification.pdf (OF 30,298) 10.p Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) That the Board of Education approve an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and RK Physical Therapy Services PC, to provide physical therapy to special education students, not to exceed $74,880 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-7440000), effective August 7, 2023 through May 24, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services RK Physical Therapy.pdf (OF 30,299) 10.q Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) That the Board of Education ratify an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and ProCare Therapy, to provide up to four (4) paraprofessionals to support special education students and teachers, not to exceed $290,290 (01.0-65000.0-57602- 11900-5850-7440000), effective June 5, 2023 through May 25, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services ProCare Therapy_Ratification.pdf (OF 30,300)

Board of Education 11 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 10.r Amendment of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) That the Board of Education amend an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Gary D Stromberg & Associates, LLC, to provide a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), not to exceed $56,929 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11901-5850- 7440000), effective June 5, 2023 through December 22, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Note: The original approval date was June 1, 2023 for a total not to exceed $56,225. Due to rate changes as of July 1, 2023, this amendment increases the total by $704 for a total not to exceed $56,929. SPED Professional Services Gary D Stromberg COTA_Amendment.pdf (OF 30,301) 10.s Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) That the Board of Education approve an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Lori Pogarian, Speech and Language Pathologist, to provide speech and language therapy, conduct assessments, written reports and attend student IEP meetings, not to exceed $144,000 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-7440000), effective August 1, 2023 through May 24, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services Lori Pogarian SLP.pdf (OF 30,302) 10.t Amendment of Reimbursement to Parent for Transportation (Special Education) That the Board of Education amend mileage reimbursement to the parents of Special Education Student 960001537 to transport student from home to the Non Public School (NPS), per IEP, not to exceed $2,039.28 (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000), effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented Note: The original agreement was approved on July 21, 2022 in the amount of $2,020. This amendment adds an additional $19.28 to increase the total not to exceed $2,039.28. SPED Student 960001537 Parent Reimbursement_Amendment.docx.pdf (OF 30,303) 10.u Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) That the Board of Education approve an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Bright Beginnings for Kids, Inc., to provide an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) and attend an IEP meeting for Special education Student 960034223, not to exceed $1,475, (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-744000), effective July 21, 2023 through December 31, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960034223 Bright Beginnings.pdf (OF 30,304) 10.v Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education)

Board of Education 12 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 That the Board of Education approve an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Paradigm Healthcare, to provide Medi-Cal Local Education Agencies (LEA) billing options services for the 2023-2024 fiscal year(s), with the understanding that it will automatically renew for an additional period of twenty-four (24) months unless the District or Paradigm Healthcare provides written notice of cancellation ninety (90) days prior to the renewal date, not to exceed $120,000 ($80,004.00 Special Ed) 01.0-95640.0- 50010-27000-5850-7448000, ($39,996.00 Student Services) 01.0-95640.0-00000-27000- 5850-7728000, effective July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD – AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services Paradigm_LEA Billing.pdf (OF 30,305) 10.w Ratification of Reimbursement to Parent for Transportation (Special Education) That the Board of Education ratify mileage reimbursement to the parents of Special Education Student 960027933 to transport student from home to the Non Public School (NPS), per IEP, not to exceed $2,000. (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000), effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960027933 Parent Reimbursement_Ratification.docx.pdf (OF 30,306) 10.x Ratification of Reimbursement to Parent for Transportation (Special Education) That the Board of Education ratify mileage reimbursement to the parents of Special Education Student 960023284 to transport student from home to the Non Public School (NPS), per IEP, not to exceed $9,536.80 (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000), effective June 5, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960023284 Parent Reimbursement_Ratified.docx.pdf (OF 30,307) 10.y Amended Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) That the Board of Education amend an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and TinyEye Therapy Services to provide support to BUSD students with IEPs, not to exceed $269,895.15, (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-744000), effective November 4, 2022 through July 31, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Note: The original agreement was approved on November 3, 2022 in the amount of $266,532. This amendment adds an additional $3,363.15 to increase the total not to exceed $269,895.15. It also extends the end date from May 25, 2023 to July 31, 2023. SPED Professional Services TinyEye Therapy_Amendment.pdf (OF 30,308) 10.z Action on Final Settlement Agreement (Special Education) That the Board of Education approve Final Settlement Agreement for Special Education Student 960012279, at no cost to District, (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000),

Board of Education 13 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 effective July 27, 2023 through June 31, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960012279 Settlement Agreement.docx.pdf (Confidential Exhibit, OF 30,309) 10.aa Approval of Agreement for Professional Services, Hatch & Cesario Attorneys-At-Law (Special Education) - TABLED That the Board of Education approve an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Hatch & Cesario Attorneys-At-Law, to perform specific services, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $75,000 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900- 5850-7440000), and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD- AR 3313, as presented. SPED Professional Services Hatch & Cesario Attorneys-At-Law.pdf - TABLED Item tabled for the next Board Meeting. 10.ab Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) That the Board of Education approve an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Marlen Barbee, to provide a Psychoeducational IEE, not to exceed $6,500 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-744000) for special education student 960012279, effective July 21, 2023 through April 1, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960012279 Marlen Barbee.pdf (OF 30,310) 10.ac Approval of Burbank High School (Overnight) Field Trip That the Board of Education approve the Burbank High School Dance Team (Overnight) Field Trip request to participate in the USA Summer Dance Camp in Buena Park, CA from Monday, July 24, 2023 through Thursday, July 27, 2023, as presented. BHS Dance Team Extended Overnight Field Trip 7 20 23.pdf (OF 30,311) 10.ad Ratification of Burbank High School (Overnight) Field Trip That the Board of Education ratify the Burbank High School Cheer Team (Overnight) Field Trip request to participate in the USA 2023 Showtime Cheer Camp in Pomona, CA from Thursday, July 20, 2023 through Sunday, July 23, 2023, as presented. BHS cheer Team Extended Overnight Field Trip 7 20 23.pdf (OF 30,312) 10.ae Approval of the Motor Vehicle Network (MVN) Agreement with Burbank Adult School That the Board of Education approve the Agreement between Burbank Unified School District and the Motor Vehicle Network not to exceed $8550.00, (11.0-63910.0-41101- 27000-5850-5330000, 11.0-63910.0-41102-27000-5850-5330000, 11.0 -63910.0-41104-

Board of Education 14 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 27000-5850-5330000, 11.0-63910.0-41106-27000-5850-5330000), effective July 27, 2023 through July 26, 2024, as presented. BAS MVN 7 20 23.pdf (OF 30,313) 10.af Approval of Agreement – iHeartMEDIA That the Board of Education approve the Agreement between the Burbank Unified School District, Burbank Adult School and iHeartMEDIA to provide targeted marketing to maximize enrollment in Adult Education programs, effective July 21, 2023 through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $30,000 (11.0-63910.0-41101-27000-5850-5330000) - $7,500, (11.0-63910.0-41102-27000-5850-5330000) -$7,500, (11.0-63910.0-41104- 27000-5850-5330000) - $7,500, (11.0-63910.0-41106-27000-5850-5330000) - $7,500 and that the authority to sign the Agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD – AR 3314, as presented. BAS iHeartMEDIA 7 20 23.pdf (OF 30,314) 10.ag Approval of Independent Learning Academy Master Agreements That the Board of Education approve the Independent Learning Academy Master Agreements for the 2023-2024 school year, effective July 21, 2023, as presented. ILA Master Agreement 7 20 23.pdf (OF 30,315) 10.ah Approval of 2023-2024 Courses and Instructional Minutes for the Independent Learning Academy That the Board of Education approve the course list and instructional minutes for the Independent Learning Academy, effective July 20, 2023 through June 30, 2024, as presented. ILA Master Agreement 7 20 23.pdf (OF 30,316) 10.ai Approval of John Burroughs High School (Overnight) Field Trip That the Board of Education approve the John Burroughs High School Cheer Team (Overnight) Field Trip request to participate in the World Class Cheerleading Summer Camp in Indian Wells, CA from Tuesday, July 25, 2023 through Thursday, July 27, 2023, as presented. JBHS cheer Team Extended Overnight Field Trip 7 20 23.pdf (OF 30,317) 10.aj Approval of Contract with Pali Institute for Outdoor Science School That the Board of Education approve the contract with Pali Institute effective July 21, 2023, through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented.

Board of Education 15 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 OSS Contract Pali Institute-Roosevelt Elem 07.20.23.pdf (OF 30,318) 10.ak Approval of Agreement with Purple Communications, Inc. That the Board of Education approve the agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Purple Communications, Inc., to provide Special Education interpreter services for Adult Education students, effective July 21, 2023 through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $5,000 ($1,000 each 11.0-63910.0-41101-10000-5810-5330000, 11.0-63910.0- 1104-10000-5810-5330000, $1,250=11.0-63910.0-41106-10000-5810-5330000, $1,750 =11.0-00639.0-41120-10000-5810-5330000) and that the authority to sign the Agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD – AR 3314, as presented. BAS Purple Communications Agreement 7 20 23.pdf (OF 30,319) 10.al Ratification of Authorization of Signatures That the Board of Education ratify the authorization of signatures, for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, as presented. Ratif Authorization of Signatures 072023.pdf (OF 30,320) 10.am Approval of Agreement for Audit Services, CliftonLarsonAllen That the Board of Education approve the agreement between Burbank Unified School District and CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA), as the District Auditor for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, not to exceed $95,550 (01.0-00000.0-00000-71900-5820-7401000) respectively, plus mileage at the approved IRS rate for the year served, and hourly rates per additional programs, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. CLA agmt 072023.pdf (OF 30,321) 10.an Approval of Raptor License for Emergency Management That the Board of Education approve the addition of the Raptor Management Suite to the annual subscription of site visitor tracking effective August 1, 2023 through July 31, 2024, not to exceed $48,510, (01.0-00000.0-00000-77000-5840-7732000) and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD – AR 3314, as presented. Approval of Raptor License 072023.pdf (OF 30,322) 10.ao Approval of John Burroughs High School Girls’ Varsity Basketball (Overnight) Field Trip That the Board of Education approve the John Burroughs High School Varsity Girls Basketball Team (Overnight) Field Trip request to participate in the Varsity Girls Tournament in Maui, Hawaii from Tuesday, November 14, 2023 to Sunday, November 19, 2023, as presented.

Board of Education 16 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 JBHS Basketball Overnight Field Trip HI 7 20 23.pdf (OF 30,323) 10.ap Approval of John Burroughs High School Cheer (Overnight) Field Trip That the Board of Education approve the John Burroughs High School Cheer Team (Overnight) Field Trip request to participate in the World Class Cheerleading Summer Camp in Indian Wells, CA from Tuesday, July 25, 2023 through Thursday, July 25, 2023, as presented. JBHS cheer Team Extended Overnight Field Trip 7 20 23.pdf (OF 30,324) 10.aq Approval of Additive Change No 1, Southland Inc., Bid 2223-020, Roof Repair and Restoration in Gymnasium, John Burroughs High School (Routine Restricted Maintenance) That the Board of Education approve additive change order No. 1 to the contract between Burbank Unified School District and Southland Roofing Inc. for Bid 2223-0205, Roof Repair and Restoration for the Gymnasium at John Burroughs High School, not to exceed $179,600 (010-81500-0-00000-85000-6250-752-3100-0000) Routine Restricted Maintenance, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD – AR3314, as presented. 7-20 CO1_Southland_JBHS_RRM.pdf (OF 30,325) 10.ar Acceptance of Notice of Completion, Golden Rule Signs, LLC, Furnish and Install Marquee Sign, Edison Elementary (Gift Fund) That the Board of Education accept the following as completed: Golden Rule Signs, LLC, Furnish and Install Marquee Sign, Edison Elementary, effective June 29, 2023, not to exceed $36,764.69 (010-90201-0-00000-85000-6170-202-8700-0000) Gift Fund, and that authority to sign the contract be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. NOC_Golden Rule Signs_Gift.pdf (OF 30,326) 10.as Acceptance of Notice of Completion, Southland Inc., Bid 2223-020 Roof Repair and Restoration in Gymnasium, in John Burroughs High School (Routine Restricted Maintenance) That the Board of Education accept the following as completed: Bid 2223-0205, Roof Repair and Restoration for the Gymnasium at John Burroughs High School, PO 23004776, not to exceed $179,600 (010-81500-0-00000-85000-6250-752-3100-0000) Routine Restricted Maintenance, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD – AR3314, as presented. 7-20 NOC_Southland_JBHS_RRM.pdf (OF 30,327) 10.at Notice of Completion, Sierra School Equipment Company, Furnish and Install Crusader Auditorium Chairs, Miller Elementary School (Gift Funds)

Board of Education 17 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 That the Board of Education accept the following as completed: Furnish and Install Crusader Auditorium Chairs at Miller Elementary School, PO#23001675, not to exceed $93,980 (010-90201-0-00000-85000-6250-210-8700) Gift Funds, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD – AR3314, as presented. NOC_Sierra School_Miller_Gift Funds.pdf (OF 30,328) 10.au Notice of Completion, Professional Turf Specialties, Inc., Turf Renovation and Laser Grade Skinned Baseball Infield, John Burroughs High School (Safety Credits) That the Board of Education accept the following as completed: Turf Renovation and Laser Grade Skinned Baseball Infield at John Burroughs High School, PO#23004181, not to exceed $23,861 (010-81500-0-00000-85000-6170-752-3200) Safety Credits, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD – AR3314, as presented. NOC_Professional Turf Specialities_JBHS_Safety Credits.pdf (OF 30,329) 10.av Ratification of Agreement with Family Service Agency of Burbank to Provide High School Student Care Centers That the Board of Education ratify the agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and the Family Service Agency of Burbank, to continue to provide counseling and administrative services at the JBHS and BHS student Care centers, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $100,000, (010-41270.0-00000-31100-5850- 7719000) Federal Title IV funds, and that the authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD -AR 3314, as presented. FSA_Student_Care_Center_Board_Report_2023_24.pdf (OF 30,330) 10.aw Ratification of Agreement with Family Service Agency of Burbank to Provide School- Based Counseling Services That the Board of Education ratify the agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and the Family Service Agency of Burbank, to continue to provide individual and group counseling to elementary and secondary school pupils, as required, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $130,000 (010-01500.0-71500-31100- 5810-7422000) LCAP supplemental funds, and that the authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD -AR 3314, as presented. FSA_School_Based_Counseling_Board_Report_2023_24.pdf (OF 30,331) 10.ax Approval of Amended Consultant Agreement for Academic Entertainment, Inc. That the Board of Education approve an amended Consultant Agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Academic Entertainment, Inc. to provide instructional consultant services, effective June 27, 2023 through June 29, 2023, in the amount of $4,785 (01.0-26000.0-11100-10000-5810-5489000), and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented.

Board of Education 18 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 Amended Academic Ent 072023.pdf (OF 30,332) It was moved by Steve Ferguson, and seconded by Armond Aghakhanian, that the Board of Education approve items 10a through 10z and 10ab through 10ax as recommended. The motion carried unanimously. 11. REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD 11.a Public Communications on Any Agenda Item and Any Subject Within the Jurisdiction of the School Board An individual or group representative may address the Board of Education on any agenda item and any subject within its jurisdiction by completing a blue request card. Speakers are requested to state their name prior to speaking to the Board. Not more than three (3) minutes may be allotted to each speaker, except by unanimous consent of the Board of Education. The Superintendent may refer the matter to the proper department for review. Joel Schlossman, community member, expressed that he would like to see the participants of the “We Can Work” program thanked and recognized. He addressed President Ferguson and explained that if there was an incentive to property owners and partnered with the City, a number of property owners would want to help and house BUSD employees. 11.b Superintendent's Responses The Superintendent, will respond to public comment and will comment on items of interest to the Board of Education and community. Acting Superintendent Paramo thanked Joel Schlossman for his comments. 11.c Board Members' Comments and Responses Board Members will respond to public comment and will comment on items of interest to the community. President Ferguson addressed Joel Schlossman and stated that he appreciated his neighborly exchange. He explained that he has brought up his ideas in meeting with the City. He thanked retirees for their years of service, including Kristanna Quirin Uribe, Karen Solyom, Caroline Pearlstein, Inez Casas and Cathy Krailo. 12. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:48 p.m. in celebration of Kristanna Quirin Uribe, Karen Solyom, Caroline Pearlstein, Inez Casas and Cathy Krailo.

Board of Education 19 Regular Meeting – July 20, 2023 MINUTES APPROVED: __________________________________________ JOHN PARAMO, ACTING SUPERINTENDENT SECRETARY OF THE BOARD 6/20/2024 ________________ DATE ________________________________ ARMOND AGHAKHANIAN, CLERK

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Any individual with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in a Board meeting may request assistance by contacting the Superintendent’s Office at (818) 729-4422. BURBANK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Thursday, July 20, 2023 6:00 p.m. - Closed Session 7:00 p.m.- Public Session Burbank City Hall 275 E. Olive Avenue Burbank, California AGENDA The entire agenda packet is available for review online at www.burbankusd.org/boemeetings; at the District Office Building, Superintendent's Office, 1900 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, 91506; and at the Reference Desk in all Burbank City Libraries at: 110 N. Glenoaks, Burbank, 91502; 300 N. Buena Vista, Burbank, 91505; and 3323 W. Victory Blvd., Burbank, 91505. 1. CALL TO ORDER 1.a NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC The District is providing alternatives to in-person attendance for viewing and participating. Any individual or group representative may address the Board of Education on any agenda item or subject within its jurisdiction during one of the three Public Comments sections. Instructions for Virtual Public Speakers Who Wish to Address the Board: 1. Speakers who wish to provide a Public Comment virtually should sign up at this link: https://forms.gle/6MqYfiB7SnbQjU7T9 before 3pm on Wednesday, July 19th. Please indicate if your comment pertains to (1) an item on this agenda, or (2) a subject within the jurisdiction of the Board of Education. Closed Session Public Comments must be given in person. 2. The Zoom Webinar will open at 6:30 p.m. Speakers are asked to rename their Zoom profile to indicate their full name to expedite this process. Please note that only those individuals who have signed up to speak prior to 3:00 p.m. on the day before, will be allowed to enter the Zoom Webinar. Speakers will receive an email Wednesday afternoon with the Zoom Webinar login details. 3. When it is time for a speaker to address the Board, the speaker’s name will be called and the speaker should activate their microphone and camera. Speakers must be present in the Zoom Webinar when their name is called in order to address the Board. Speakers are also requested to state their name (and their pronouns, if desired) prior to addressing the Board. Please note that the chat function will be disabled. 4. After a speaker completes their public comment, or if the five-minute (5) time limit has been reached, the speaker will be removed from the Zoom Webinar and can continue watching the meeting by streaming it at www.burbankusd.org/boemeetings

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 2 of 15 5. If you would like to make a Public Comment and require Spanish, Armenian, or ASL translation, please email cindyquiterio@burbankusd.org prior to 3:00 p.m. the day before the meeting to receive a registration link. 2. REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD 2.a Public Communications on Closed Session Agenda Items (In-Person Only) An individual or group representative may address the Board of Education on any Closed Session agenda item by completing a white request card. Speakers are requested to state their name prior to speaking to the Board. Not more than five (5) minutes may be allotted to each speaker, except by unanimous consent of the Board of Education. The Superintendent may refer the matter to the proper department for review. 2.b Staff Responses 2.c Board Members' Responses 3. CLOSED SESSION The Board will meet in Closed Session for the purpose of the following: 3.a Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9 (b)(1) and (b)(3)(A) Final Settlement Agreement for Special Education Students 960012279, 960022068 and 960027511 4. RECONVENE IN PUBLIC SESSION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE When the Board of Education reconvenes in Public Session, the Board may make any required disclosures regarding actions taken in Closed Session or adopt any appropriate resolutions concerning these matters. We acknowledge the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the Chumash, Tongva, Fernandeño Tataviam, and First Nations on which we are learning, educating, and living. 5. REPORTING ON CLOSED SESSION 6. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA The Board President will announce any requests for adjustments to the meeting agenda. 7. ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 3 of 15 8. REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD 8.a Public Communications on a Subject Within the Jurisdiction of the School Board An individual or group representative may address the Board of Education on any subject within its jurisdiction by completing a blue request card Speakers are requested to state their name prior to speaking to the Board. Not more than five (5) minutes may be allotted to each speaker, except by unanimous consent of the Board of Education. The order of speakers will be 1) students 2) Item(s) on the Agenda 3) Item(s) not on the agenda. The Superintendent may refer the matter to the proper department for review. 8.b Superintendent's Responses The Superintendent, will respond to public comment and will comment on items of interest to the Board of Education and community. 8.c Board Members' Responses Board Members will respond to public comment and will comment on items of interest to the community. 9. NEW AND/OR UNFINISHED BUSINESS 9.a Approval of Fiscal Crisis & Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) Study Agreement Andrew Cantwell, Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve the study agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Fiscal Crisis & Management Assistance Team (FCMAT), effective July 21, 2023 through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $19,700 (01.0-00000.0-00000-71900-5820-7401000) respectively, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. FCMAT Agreement 072023.pdf 9.b Ratification of Agreement with Burbank Community YMCA for Childcare Services Peter Knapik, Director, Elementary Education, recommends that the Board of Education ratify the Agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Burbank Community YMCA, to provide childcare services not to exceed $75,000 from the General Fund (12.0-906030-00010-10000-5810-5300000) effective July 1, 2023, through August 31, 2024, and that authority to sign this agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented YMCA-Ratification- Childcare Services 2023-7. 20. 23.pdf 9.c Ratification of 4-Step Salary Schedule for Certificated Assistant Superintendents (Salary Schedule D) and 4-Step Salary Schedule for Classified Assistant Superintendents (Salary Schedule E) Saida Valdez, Director of Human Resources, recommends that the Board of Education ratify the 4-Step Salary Schedule for Certificated Assistant Superintendents (Salary Schedule D) and

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 4 of 15 4-Step Salary Schedule for Classified Assistant Superintendents (Salary Schedule E), effective July 1, 2023, as presented. 4 Step Salary Schedules for Asst Supts FINAL.pdf 9.d Ratification of Employment Contract for Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services Saida Valdez, Director of Human Resources, recommends that the Board of Education ratify the employment contract for the Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services, effective July 1, 2023 as presented. Assistant Supt Instructional Services - Sharon Cuseo.pdf 9.e Ratification of Employee Contract for the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Saida Valdez, Director of Human Resources, recommends that the Board of Education ratify the employment contract for the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, effective July 17, 2023, as presented. Assistant Supt HR - Dr Sarah Rudchenko.pdf 9.f Approval of Employment Contract for the Interim Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Saida Valdez, Director of Human Resources recommends that the Board of Education approve the employment contract with Peter Knapik, as Interim Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, effective July 21, 2023, and end when: 1) the effective date begins for the new Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services who is hired; or 2) John Paramo resumes his position as Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services. Interim Assistant Supt Ed Services - Dr Peter Knapik.pdf 9.g Ratification of Employee Reclassification, Job Descriptions, and Certificated Supervisors and Managers Salary Schedule A, Classified Supervisors and Managers Salary Schedule B, and Confidential Employees Salary Schedule C Saida Valdez, Director of Human Resources, recommends that the Board of Education ratify the Employee Reclassification, Job Descriptions, and Certificated Supervisors and Managers Salary Schedule A, Classified Supervisors and Managers Salary Schedule B, and Confidential Employees Salary Schedule C, effective July 1, 2023, as presented. BASA Reclass FINAL.pdf 9.h Approval of Directives for Coaching and Athletic/Activities Camp Stipends John Paramo, Acting Superintendent, recommends that the Board of Education approve the directives for Coaching and Athletic/Activities Camp stipend, as presented. Coaching stipends and camps.pdf 9.i Approval of Amended Contract for California Department of Rehabilitation Services Sharon Cuseo, Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve the amended contract between Burbank Unified School District and the State of California Department of Rehabilitation Services for the purpose of work experience for identified students in the “We Can Work” Program, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2025, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR3314, as

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 5 of 15 presented. Amended DOR Contract 072023.pdf 9.j Acceptance of Gifts John Paramo, Acting Superintendent, recommends that the Board of Education take formal action accepting the following gifts to the District, and that the Board President convey appreciation to the donors, as presented. Gift Report 072023.pdf 10. CONSENT AGENDA All items on the Consent Agenda are considered by the Superintendent to be of a routine nature and are acted on with one motion. Any recommendation may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any Board member and acted on separately. 10.a Amended Final Settlement Agreement (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education amend Final Settlement Agreement for Special Education Student 960027511, at no cost to District (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000), effective February 18, 2022 through June 1, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Note: The original Settlement Agreement was approved on March 17, 2022 in the amount of $51,000. This amendment extends the original end date of August 1, 2023 to June 1, 2024. SPED Student 960027511 Settlement Agreement_Amendment.pdf 10.b Approval of Personnel Report 23-24-01 Saida Valdez, Director, Human Resources Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve Personnel Report number 23-24-01, covering Certificated and Classified personnel, and consisting of Pages 1 to 29 inclusive, as presented. Personnel Report 7-20-23.pdf 10.c 2022-2023 Purchase Order Report Andrew Cantwell, Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve Purchase Orders for 2022-2023 as listed through June 26, 2023, as presented. 2022-2023 PURCHASE ORDER REPORT.pdf 10.d 2023-2024 Purchase Order Report Andrew Cantwell, Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve Purchase Orders for 2023-2024 as listed through June 26, 2023, as presented. 2023-2024 PURCHASE ORDER REPORT.pdf 10.e Approval of Warrants Andrew Cantwell, Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services, recommends that the

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 6 of 15 Board of Education approve payroll warrants in the total amount of $14,120,635.92 and commercial warrants in the total amount of $5,848,876.77, as presented. Warrants.pdf 10.f Ratification of Non-Instructional Consultant Services Sharon Cuseo, Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratification the non-instructional consultant services for the purpose of supporting the school and/or District goals, and that authority to sign the agreements be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Ratif Non Inst Con 072023.pdf 10.g Ratification of Agreement for Instructional Consultant Services Sharon Cuseo, Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify the instructional consultant services for the purpose of on-site student learning support and staff development, and that authority to sign the agreements be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Ratif Inst Consultant 072023.pdf 10.h Approval of Instructional Consultant Services Sharon Cuseo, Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve the instructional consultant services for the purpose of on-site student learning support and staff development, and that authority to sign the agreements be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Inst Consultant 072023_Redacted.pdf 10.i Approval of Williams Lawsuit Settlement Quarterly Report on Uniform Complaints 2022-2023 John Paramo, Acting Superintendent, recommends that the Board of Education approve the Williams Lawsuit Settlement Quarterly Report on Uniform Complaints 2022-2023, Report Summary No. 4, April 1 through June 30, 2023, as presented. BUSD_Williams_UCP_Report_4th_Quarter_2022 23.pdf 10.j Action on Final Settlement Agreement (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve Final Settlement Agreement for Special Education Student 960022068, not to exceed $44,867.08, (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000), effective March 15, 2023 through December 21, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960022068 Settlement Agreement.docx.pdf 10.k Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and LA City Cab, LLC for transportation services for Special Education Students on an as needed basis, effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $350,000 (01.0-07240.0-50010-36000-5812-7440000), and that authority to sign the agreement be

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 7 of 15 exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services LA City Cab_Ratification.pdf 10.l Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Karen Lynn Epport, Ph.D., to provide a Psychoeducational IEE and Speech and Language IEE, not to exceed $10,500 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-744000) for special education student 960032256, effective July 1, 2023 through December 30, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960032256 Karen Epport_Ratification.pdf 10.m Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and the Family Services Agency of Burbank to provide IEP-based mental health services for qualifying special education students, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $363,000 (01.0-65460.0-57601-11800-5810-7440000), and the authority to sign the contract be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services Family Service Agency_Ratification.pdf 10.n Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Hathaway Sycamores, to provide Educationally Related Mental Health services for special education students at Magnolia Park School, not to exceed $467,500 (01.0-65460.0-57601-1180-5810-7440000) Effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services Hathaway-Sycamores.pdf 10.o Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and SpedEx Consulting, to provide consultative services and Credentialed Teachers, not to exceed $75,000 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-7440000), effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services SpedEx_Ratification.pdf 10.p Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and RK Physical Therapy Services PC, to provide physical therapy to special education students, not to exceed $74,880 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-7440000), effective August 7, 2023 through May 24, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 8 of 15 exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services RK Physical Therapy.pdf 10.q Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and ProCare Therapy, to provide up to four (4) paraprofessionals to support special education students and teachers, not to exceed $290,290 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-7440000), effective June 5, 2023 through May 25, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services ProCare Therapy_Ratification.pdf 10.r Amendment of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education amend an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Gary D Stromberg & Associates, LLC, to provide a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), not to exceed $56,929 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11901-5850-7440000), effective June 5, 2023 through December 22, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Note: The original approval date was June 1, 2023 for a total not to exceed $56,225. Due to rate changes as of July 1, 2023, this amendment increases the total by $704 for a total not to exceed $56,929. SPED Professional Services Gary D Stromberg COTA_Amendment.pdf 10.s Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Lori Pogarian, Speech and Language Pathologist, to provide speech and language therapy, conduct assessments, written reports and attend student IEP meetings, not to exceed $144,000 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-7440000), effective August 1, 2023 through May 24, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services Lori Pogarian SLP.pdf 10.t Amendment of Reimbursement to Parent for Transportation (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education amend mileage reimbursement to the parents of Special Education Student 960001537 to transport student from home to the Non Public School (NPS), per IEP, not to exceed $2,039.28 (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000), effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented Note: The original agreement was approved on July 21, 2022 in the amount of $2,020. This amendment adds an additional $19.28 to increase the total not to exceed $2,039.28.

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 9 of 15 SPED Student 960001537 Parent Reimbursement_Amendment.docx.pdf 10.u Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Bright Beginnings for Kids, Inc., to provide an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) and attend an IEP meeting for Special education Student 960034223, not to exceed $1,475, (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-744000), effective July 21, 2023 through December 31, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960034223 Bright Beginnings.pdf 10.v Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Paradigm Healthcare, to provide Medi-Cal Local Education Agencies (LEA) billing options services for the 2023-2024 fiscal year(s), with the understanding that it will automatically renew for an additional period of twenty-four (24) months unless the District or Paradigm Healthcare provides written notice of cancellation ninety (90) days prior to the renewal date, not to exceed $120,000 ($80,004.00 Special Ed) 01.0-95640.0-50010-27000-5850-7448000, ($39,996.00 Student Services) 01.0-95640.0-00000-27000-5850-7728000, effective July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD – AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services Paradigm_LEA Billing.pdf 10.w Ratification of Reimbursement to Parent for Transportation (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify mileage reimbursement to the parents of Special Education Student 960027933 to transport student from home to the Non Public School (NPS), per IEP, not to exceed $2,000. (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000), effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960027933 Parent Reimbursement_Ratification.docx.pdf 10.x Ratification of Reimbursement to Parent for Transportation (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Spec

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Any individual with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in a Board meeting may request assistance by contacting the Superintendent’s Office at (818) 729-4422. BURBANK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Thursday, July 20, 2023 6:00 p.m. - Closed Session 7:00 p.m.- Public Session Burbank City Hall 275 E. Olive Avenue Burbank, California AGENDA The entire agenda packet is available for review online at www.burbankusd.org/boemeetings; at the District Office Building, Superintendent's Office, 1900 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, 91506; and at the Reference Desk in all Burbank City Libraries at: 110 N. Glenoaks, Burbank, 91502; 300 N. Buena Vista, Burbank, 91505; and 3323 W. Victory Blvd., Burbank, 91505. 1. CALL TO ORDER 1.a NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC The District is providing alternatives to in-person attendance for viewing and participating. Any individual or group representative may address the Board of Education on any agenda item or subject within its jurisdiction during one of the three Public Comments sections. Instructions for Virtual Public Speakers Who Wish to Address the Board: 1. Speakers who wish to provide a Public Comment virtually should sign up at this link: https://forms.gle/6MqYfiB7SnbQjU7T9 before 3pm on Wednesday, July 19th. Please indicate if your comment pertains to (1) an item on this agenda, or (2) a subject within the jurisdiction of the Board of Education. Closed Session Public Comments must be given in person. 2. The Zoom Webinar will open at 6:30 p.m. Speakers are asked to rename their Zoom profile to indicate their full name to expedite this process. Please note that only those individuals who have signed up to speak prior to 3:00 p.m. on the day before, will be allowed to enter the Zoom Webinar. Speakers will receive an email Wednesday afternoon with the Zoom Webinar login details. 3. When it is time for a speaker to address the Board, the speaker’s name will be called and the speaker should activate their microphone and camera. Speakers must be present in the Zoom Webinar when their name is called in order to address the Board. Speakers are also requested to state their name (and their pronouns, if desired) prior to addressing the Board. Please note that the chat function will be disabled. 4. After a speaker completes their public comment, or if the five-minute (5) time limit has been reached, the speaker will be removed from the Zoom Webinar and can continue watching the meeting by streaming it at www.burbankusd.org/boemeetings 1

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 2 of 15 5. If you would like to make a Public Comment and require Spanish, Armenian, or ASL translation, please email cindyquiterio@burbankusd.org prior to 3:00 p.m. the day before the meeting to receive a registration link. 2. REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD 2.a Public Communications on Closed Session Agenda Items (In-Person Only) An individual or group representative may address the Board of Education on any Closed Session agenda item by completing a white request card. Speakers are requested to state their name prior to speaking to the Board. Not more than five (5) minutes may be allotted to each speaker, except by unanimous consent of the Board of Education. The Superintendent may refer the matter to the proper department for review. 2.b Staff Responses 2.c Board Members' Responses 3. CLOSED SESSION The Board will meet in Closed Session for the purpose of the following: 3.a Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9 (b)(1) and (b)(3)(A) Final Settlement Agreement for Special Education Students 960012279, 960022068 and 960027511 4. RECONVENE IN PUBLIC SESSION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE When the Board of Education reconvenes in Public Session, the Board may make any required disclosures regarding actions taken in Closed Session or adopt any appropriate resolutions concerning these matters. We acknowledge the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the Chumash, Tongva, Fernandeño Tataviam, and First Nations on which we are learning, educating, and living. 5. REPORTING ON CLOSED SESSION 6. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA The Board President will announce any requests for adjustments to the meeting agenda. 7. ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS 2

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 3 of 15 8. REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD 8.a Public Communications on a Subject Within the Jurisdiction of the School Board An individual or group representative may address the Board of Education on any subject within its jurisdiction by completing a blue request card Speakers are requested to state their name prior to speaking to the Board. Not more than five (5) minutes may be allotted to each speaker, except by unanimous consent of the Board of Education. The order of speakers will be 1) students 2) Item(s) on the Agenda 3) Item(s) not on the agenda. The Superintendent may refer the matter to the proper department for review. 8.b Superintendent's Responses The Superintendent, will respond to public comment and will comment on items of interest to the Board of Education and community. 8.c Board Members' Responses Board Members will respond to public comment and will comment on items of interest to the community. 9. NEW AND/OR UNFINISHED BUSINESS 9.a Approval of Fiscal Crisis & Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) Study Agreement Andrew Cantwell, Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve the study agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Fiscal Crisis & Management Assistance Team (FCMAT), effective July 21, 2023 through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $19,700 (01.0-00000.0-00000-71900-5820-7401000) respectively, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. FCMAT Agreement 072023.pdf 9.b Ratification of Agreement with Burbank Community YMCA for Childcare Services Peter Knapik, Director, Elementary Education, recommends that the Board of Education ratify the Agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Burbank Community YMCA, to provide childcare services not to exceed $75,000 from the General Fund (12.0-906030-00010-10000-5810-5300000) effective July 1, 2023, through August 31, 2024, and that authority to sign this agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented YMCA-Ratification- Childcare Services 2023-7. 20. 23.pdf 9.c Ratification of 4-Step Salary Schedule for Certificated Assistant Superintendents (Salary Schedule D) and 4-Step Salary Schedule for Classified Assistant Superintendents (Salary Schedule E) Saida Valdez, Director of Human Resources, recommends that the Board of Education ratify the 4-Step Salary Schedule for Certificated Assistant Superintendents (Salary Schedule D) and 3

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 4 of 15 4-Step Salary Schedule for Classified Assistant Superintendents (Salary Schedule E), effective July 1, 2023, as presented. 4 Step Salary Schedules for Asst Supts FINAL.pdf 9.d Ratification of Employment Contract for Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services Saida Valdez, Director of Human Resources, recommends that the Board of Education ratify the employment contract for the Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services, effective July 1, 2023 as presented. Assistant Supt Instructional Services - Sharon Cuseo.pdf 9.e Ratification of Employee Contract for the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Saida Valdez, Director of Human Resources, recommends that the Board of Education ratify the employment contract for the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, effective July 17, 2023, as presented. Assistant Supt HR - Dr Sarah Rudchenko.pdf 9.f Approval of Employment Contract for the Interim Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Saida Valdez, Director of Human Resources recommends that the Board of Education approve the employment contract with Peter Knapik, as Interim Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, effective July 21, 2023, and end when: 1) the effective date begins for the new Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services who is hired; or 2) John Paramo resumes his position as Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services. Interim Assistant Supt Ed Services - Dr Peter Knapik.pdf 9.g Ratification of Employee Reclassification, Job Descriptions, and Certificated Supervisors and Managers Salary Schedule A, Classified Supervisors and Managers Salary Schedule B, and Confidential Employees Salary Schedule C Saida Valdez, Director of Human Resources, recommends that the Board of Education ratify the Employee Reclassification, Job Descriptions, and Certificated Supervisors and Managers Salary Schedule A, Classified Supervisors and Managers Salary Schedule B, and Confidential Employees Salary Schedule C, effective July 1, 2023, as presented. BASA Reclass FINAL.pdf 9.h Approval of Directives for Coaching and Athletic/Activities Camp Stipends John Paramo, Acting Superintendent, recommends that the Board of Education approve the directives for Coaching and Athletic/Activities Camp stipend, as presented. Coaching stipends and camps.pdf 9.i Approval of Amended Contract for California Department of Rehabilitation Services Sharon Cuseo, Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve the amended contract between Burbank Unified School District and the State of California Department of Rehabilitation Services for the purpose of work experience for identified students in the “We Can Work” Program, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2025, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR3314, as 4

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 5 of 15 presented. Amended DOR Contract 072023.pdf 9.j Acceptance of Gifts John Paramo, Acting Superintendent, recommends that the Board of Education take formal action accepting the following gifts to the District, and that the Board President convey appreciation to the donors, as presented. Gift Report 072023.pdf 10. CONSENT AGENDA All items on the Consent Agenda are considered by the Superintendent to be of a routine nature and are acted on with one motion. Any recommendation may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any Board member and acted on separately. 10.a Amended Final Settlement Agreement (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education amend Final Settlement Agreement for Special Education Student 960027511, at no cost to District (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000), effective February 18, 2022 through June 1, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Note: The original Settlement Agreement was approved on March 17, 2022 in the amount of $51,000. This amendment extends the original end date of August 1, 2023 to June 1, 2024. SPED Student 960027511 Settlement Agreement_Amendment.pdf 10.b Approval of Personnel Report 23-24-01 Saida Valdez, Director, Human Resources Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve Personnel Report number 23-24-01, covering Certificated and Classified personnel, and consisting of Pages 1 to 29 inclusive, as presented. Personnel Report 7-20-23.pdf 10.c 2022-2023 Purchase Order Report Andrew Cantwell, Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve Purchase Orders for 2022-2023 as listed through June 26, 2023, as presented. 2022-2023 PURCHASE ORDER REPORT.pdf 10.d 2023-2024 Purchase Order Report Andrew Cantwell, Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve Purchase Orders for 2023-2024 as listed through June 26, 2023, as presented. 2023-2024 PURCHASE ORDER REPORT.pdf 10.e Approval of Warrants Andrew Cantwell, Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services, recommends that the 5

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 6 of 15 Board of Education approve payroll warrants in the total amount of $14,120,635.92 and commercial warrants in the total amount of $5,848,876.77, as presented. Warrants.pdf 10.f Ratification of Non-Instructional Consultant Services Sharon Cuseo, Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratification the non-instructional consultant services for the purpose of supporting the school and/or District goals, and that authority to sign the agreements be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Ratif Non Inst Con 072023.pdf 10.g Ratification of Agreement for Instructional Consultant Services Sharon Cuseo, Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify the instructional consultant services for the purpose of on-site student learning support and staff development, and that authority to sign the agreements be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Ratif Inst Consultant 072023.pdf 10.h Approval of Instructional Consultant Services Sharon Cuseo, Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve the instructional consultant services for the purpose of on-site student learning support and staff development, and that authority to sign the agreements be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Inst Consultant 072023_Redacted.pdf 10.i Approval of Williams Lawsuit Settlement Quarterly Report on Uniform Complaints 2022-2023 John Paramo, Acting Superintendent, recommends that the Board of Education approve the Williams Lawsuit Settlement Quarterly Report on Uniform Complaints 2022-2023, Report Summary No. 4, April 1 through June 30, 2023, as presented. BUSD_Williams_UCP_Report_4th_Quarter_2022 23.pdf 10.j Action on Final Settlement Agreement (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve Final Settlement Agreement for Special Education Student 960022068, not to exceed $44,867.08, (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000), effective March 15, 2023 through December 21, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960022068 Settlement Agreement.docx.pdf 10.k Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and LA City Cab, LLC for transportation services for Special Education Students on an as needed basis, effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $350,000 (01.0-07240.0-50010-36000-5812-7440000), and that authority to sign the agreement be 6

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 7 of 15 exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services LA City Cab_Ratification.pdf 10.l Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Karen Lynn Epport, Ph.D., to provide a Psychoeducational IEE and Speech and Language IEE, not to exceed $10,500 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-744000) for special education student 960032256, effective July 1, 2023 through December 30, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960032256 Karen Epport_Ratification.pdf 10.m Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and the Family Services Agency of Burbank to provide IEP-based mental health services for qualifying special education students, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $363,000 (01.0-65460.0-57601-11800-5810-7440000), and the authority to sign the contract be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services Family Service Agency_Ratification.pdf 10.n Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Hathaway Sycamores, to provide Educationally Related Mental Health services for special education students at Magnolia Park School, not to exceed $467,500 (01.0-65460.0-57601-1180-5810-7440000) Effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services Hathaway-Sycamores.pdf 10.o Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and SpedEx Consulting, to provide consultative services and Credentialed Teachers, not to exceed $75,000 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-7440000), effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services SpedEx_Ratification.pdf 10.p Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and RK Physical Therapy Services PC, to provide physical therapy to special education students, not to exceed $74,880 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-7440000), effective August 7, 2023 through May 24, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be 7

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 8 of 15 exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services RK Physical Therapy.pdf 10.q Ratification of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and ProCare Therapy, to provide up to four (4) paraprofessionals to support special education students and teachers, not to exceed $290,290 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-7440000), effective June 5, 2023 through May 25, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services ProCare Therapy_Ratification.pdf 10.r Amendment of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education amend an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Gary D Stromberg & Associates, LLC, to provide a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), not to exceed $56,929 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11901-5850-7440000), effective June 5, 2023 through December 22, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. Note: The original approval date was June 1, 2023 for a total not to exceed $56,225. Due to rate changes as of July 1, 2023, this amendment increases the total by $704 for a total not to exceed $56,929. SPED Professional Services Gary D Stromberg COTA_Amendment.pdf 10.s Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Lori Pogarian, Speech and Language Pathologist, to provide speech and language therapy, conduct assessments, written reports and attend student IEP meetings, not to exceed $144,000 (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-7440000), effective August 1, 2023 through May 24, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services Lori Pogarian SLP.pdf 10.t Amendment of Reimbursement to Parent for Transportation (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education amend mileage reimbursement to the parents of Special Education Student 960001537 to transport student from home to the Non Public School (NPS), per IEP, not to exceed $2,039.28 (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000), effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented Note: The original agreement was approved on July 21, 2022 in the amount of $2,020. This amendment adds an additional $19.28 to increase the total not to exceed $2,039.28. 8

Burbank Unified School District Board of Education Regular Meeting - Thursday, July 20, 2023 Page 9 of 15 SPED Student 960001537 Parent Reimbursement_Amendment.docx.pdf 10.u Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve an agreement between the Burbank Unified School District and Bright Beginnings for Kids, Inc., to provide an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) and attend an IEP meeting for Special education Student 960034223, not to exceed $1,475, (01.0-65000.0-57602-11900-5850-744000), effective July 21, 2023 through December 31, 2023, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960034223 Bright Beginnings.pdf 10.v Approval of Agreement for Professional Services (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education approve an agreement between Burbank Unified School District and Paradigm Healthcare, to provide Medi-Cal Local Education Agencies (LEA) billing options services for the 2023-2024 fiscal year(s), with the understanding that it will automatically renew for an additional period of twenty-four (24) months unless the District or Paradigm Healthcare provides written notice of cancellation ninety (90) days prior to the renewal date, not to exceed $120,000 ($80,004.00 Special Ed) 01.0-95640.0-50010-27000-5850-7448000, ($39,996.00 Student Services) 01.0-95640.0-00000-27000-5850-7728000, effective July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD – AR 3314, as presented. SPED Professional Services Paradigm_LEA Billing.pdf 10.w Ratification of Reimbursement to Parent for Transportation (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson, Director of Special Education and Psychological Services, recommends that the Board of Education ratify mileage reimbursement to the parents of Special Education Student 960027933 to transport student from home to the Non Public School (NPS), per IEP, not to exceed $2,000. (01.0-65000.0-50010-36000-5813-7440000), effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and that authority to sign the agreement be exercised pursuant to BUSD-AR 3314, as presented. SPED Student 960027933 Parent Reimbursement_Ratification.docx.pdf 10.x Ratification of Reimbursement to Parent for Transportation (Special Education) Jennifer Nicholson,

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