FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees

3 Monday, April 7, 2025 FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees BOARD MEMBERS: Steven Rodrigue, President J. Bryan Batey, Vice President Kathy Scrivner, Clerk Derek Tisinger, Clerk Pro Tem David Manriquez, Member Jalynn Hammond, Student Board Member - MEETING TIME AND PLACE: Call Meeting to Order: 4:45 p.m. - Board Room Closed Session: 4:50 p.m. - Conference Room "A" Reconvene to Open Session: 7:00 p.m. Board Room Kern High School District, 5801 Sundale Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309 - AGENDAS: Agendas are posted at the Kern High School District at least 72 hours prior to each meeting as well as at each school site. Any materials required by law to be made available to the public prior to the meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Kern High School District can be inspected at the following address between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday: Superintendent's Office, Kern High School District, 5801 Sundale Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309. - HEARING OF INDIVIDUALS ON AGENDA ITEMS: Members of the public shall have an opportunity to address the Board of Trustees either before or during the Board's consideration of each item of business to be discussed at regular or special board meetings. Each member of the public wishing to speak must fill out an "Individual Request to Address the Board of Trustees" (yellow card) prior to the start of the meeting. Each person who addresses the Board must be first recognized by the presiding officer. - SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMMODATIONS: Assistive listening devices, agenda in Braille and/or alternative formats are available upon request. American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters, other auxiliary aids and services, or reasonable modifications to Board meeting policies and/or procedures, such as to assist members of the disability community who would like to request a disability-related accommodation in addressing the Board, are available if requested at least three business days prior to the Board meeting. Later requests will be accommodated to the extent feasible. Please contact the Superintendent's Office, Kern High School District at 661-827-3154 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (Government Code 54954.2). - UPON REQUEST by a student's parent/guardian, or by the student if age 18 or older, the minutes of a meeting of the Kern High School District’s Board of Trustees shall not include the student's or parent/guardian's address, telephone number, date of birth, or email address, or the student's name or other directory information as defined in Education Code 49061. The request to exclude such information shall be made in writing to the secretary or clerk of the Board. (Education Code 49073.2) These requests to Kern High School District should be made in writing and made to the attention of: Dr. Michael Zulfa, Superintendent/Board Secretary, or Kathy Scrivner, Board Clerk and delivered to 5801 Sundale Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93309. For assistance or for additional information about this process or directory information please contact Graci Ashmore at (661) 827-3100. - PLEASE NOTE THE KERN HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT REGULAR BOARD MEETINGS ARE LIVE STREAMED and written minutes are subsequently prepared. Requests to exclude a student(s) or parent/guardian(s) information must be received within 10 days after the board meeting. A. PRELIMINARY Subject 1. Call to Order and Roll Call Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Procedural Steven Rodrigue, President J. Bryan Batey, Vice President Kathy Scrivner, Clerk Derek Tisinger, Clerk Pro Tem David Manriquez, Member Jalynn Hammond, Student Board Member File Attachments Subject 2. Adoption of Final Closed Session Agenda Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Action Any action taken in Closed Session will be announced in Open Session and reflected in the Official Minutes . File Attachments Subject 3. Hearing of Citizens on Items Listed on Closed Session Agenda Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Information Members of the public shall have an opportunity to address the Board of Trustees on item(s) listed on the Closed Session agenda before the Board of Trustees adjourns to Closed Session. Following recognition by the Board President, each speaker may have the floor for three minutes. Persons addressing the Board are requested to give their name and the group or organization they represent, if any, in order that an accurate record can be made in the minutes. Items not appearing on this agenda cannot, by law, be the subject of Board action. Such items may be placed on future agendas for full discussion and/or action. File Attachments Subject 4. Adjourn to Closed Session Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Action File Attachments B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Subject 1. Convene in Closed Session Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item, Procedural File Attachments Subject 2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators: Mark Smith, Kenneth Seals, Michael Zulfa, (Government Code Section 54956.8), Concerning Price and Terms for Property Location: APN: 167-070-02 (Kern High School District), Bakersfield, California Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 3. Discussion of Student Matters: Student Expulsions and/or Reinstatement Report Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item The Board of Trustees will receive recommendations from the Kern High School District Hearing Panel regarding six (6) discipline cases recommended for expulsion. The Education Code requires closed sessions in these cases to prevent disclosure of confidential student record information. File Attachments Subject 4. Public Employee Administrative Appointments: Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) Director; Director of Student, Family and Community Engagement Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Action Item File Attachments Subject 5. Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Anticipated Litigation. Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9: Six (6) Potential Cases Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 6. Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1). Four (4) Existing Cases. Case Nos.: BCV-24-101076; BCV-25-100538; CRD 202411-27016612; OAH 2025-020153 Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Action Item File Attachments Subject 7. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Complaint (Government Code Section 54957) - One (1) Certificated Employee: XXXX51 Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 8. Conference with Labor Negotiator, Megan Gregor, Regarding Collective Bargaining Agreement(s) or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU's) with Employee Group(s): Kern High School Teachers Association; California School Employees Association, Chapter 81; California School Employees Association, Chapter 901, Police Officers; California School Employees Association, Chapter 747, Transportation; Kern High School District Management and Confidential Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 9. Adjournment of Closed Session Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Closed Session Action Item File Attachments C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Subject 1. Reconvene to Open Session Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 2. Flag Salute Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 3. Adoption of the Final Agenda Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Action File Attachments Subject 4. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees held on March 3, 2025, and the Special Board of Trustees meeting held on March 21, 2025 Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Action File Attachments D. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION Subject 1. Closed Session Report Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category D. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION Type Report The Board President will report on action taken during its recently concluded closed session. File Attachments Subject 2. Approval of the Student Expulsion and/or Reinstatements Report Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category D. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION Type Action File Attachments E. COMMUNICATIONS Subject 1. Communications Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category E. COMMUNICATIONS Type Information All communications are forward to the Board of Trustees under separate cover prior to the Board of Trustee's meeting. File Attachments F. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Subject 1. Superintendent's Comments on District Activities Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category F. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Type Report File Attachments Subject 2. Recognition of 2025 Winter Sports Accomplishments Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category F. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Type Recognition It is recommended that the Board of Trustees hear the report regarding the Kern High School District Individual and Team CIF Central Section Champions for the 2025 winter sports season. A list of the Champion Participants is attached under Public Content. File Attachments Winter 2024 Sports Recognition.pdf (177 KB) G. HEARING OF CITIZENS Subject 1. Hearing of Citizens: Members of the Public shall have an opportunity to address the Board of Trustees either before or during the Board's consideration of each item of business to be discussed at regular or special board meetings. The time allotted shall be three minutes per individual speaker, with a maximum of 15 minutes in each subject area. This time may be used to address any item on the agenda, or any matter of concern within the jurisdiction of the Kern High School District. Each person who addresses the Board must be first recognized by the presiding officer. Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category G. HEARING OF CITIZENS Type Information File Attachments H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Subject 1. Kern High School Teachers Association, Vickie Shoenhair, President Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 2. California School Employees Association, Chapter #81, Carlos Flores, President Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 3. California School Employees Association, Chapter #901, Police Officers, Officer Mark Calvillo, Representative Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 4. California School Employees Association, Chapter #747, Transportation, Sherry Fanell, President Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 5. Kern High School District Management & Confidential Association, Alan Paradise, President Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 6. Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 777, Skilled Trades Union, Unit D, Luis Badilla, Steward Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments Subject 7. Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 777, Supervisors, Unit F Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category H. REPORTS OF DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONS Type Report File Attachments I. BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORTS, INQUIRIES AND/OR ITEMS FOR ACTION Subject 1. Board of Trustees Member Reports and/or Inquiries Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category I. BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORTS, INQUIRIES AND/OR ITEMS FOR ACTION Type Discussion File Attachments J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Subject 1. Adoption of Proclamation Naming the Week of April 7-11, 2025, as Adult Education Week in the Kern High School District Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Type Action Supporting Data: The adult education programs in the Kern High School District provide life-long educational opportunities and support services for adults in Kern County. Bakersfield Adult School has served the community since 1917. Since then, thousands of adult students have "opened the doors" to success by enrolling in one or more of the program areas. Program areas offered included: High School Diploma, Independent Study, General Educational Development, Adult Basic Education, Substance Abuse Prevention, Anger Management, Adults with Disabilities, Adults in Corrections, English as a Second Language, Older Adult Programs, and Career Technical Education. The school's main campus is located at 501 S. Mt. Vernon Avenue. The "F" Street campus is located at 2727 F Street and offers Career Technical Education and other career resources. A copy of the proposed Proclamation is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Proclamation Adult Education Week 2025.pdf (182 KB) Subject 2. Approval of Proclamation Naming the Month of April as Sikh Heritage Month in the Kern High School District Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Type Action Recommendation: Approve the attached Proclamation recognizing April 2025 as Sikh Heritage Month in the Kern High School District, and encourage teachers, staff members, and students to use this opportunity to celebrate the contributions of the Sikh Community. Background: Sikh Heritage Month is a month to set aside to learn, honor, and celebrate the contributions of the Sikh community. April is an important month for Sikhs as it marks the celebration of Vaisakhi, a major Sikh holiday that commemorates the founding of the Khalsa in 1699 and is a time of reflection, community service and celebration. A copy of the Proclamation is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Proclamation Sikh Heritage Month - April 2025.pdf (177 KB) Subject 3. Proposed Resolution Regarding Student Safety and Right to Education in the Kern High School District Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Type Action A copy of the Resolution is attached as Public Content. File Attachments 040725 Resolution Supporting All Students.pdf (125 KB) Subject 4. Second Reading and Approval of Adoption of Revision to Board Policies and/or Board Bylaws as Recommended by District Administrative Staff and/or California School Boards Association Policy Updates – BP 3516 Emergencies and Disaster Preparedness Plan; BP 3550 Food Service/Child Nutrition Program; BP 3551 Food Service Operations/Cafeteria Fund; BP 3553 Free and Reduced Price Meals; BP 5148 Child Care and Development; BP 6163.4 Student Use of Technology; BP 6177 Summer Learning Programs. Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category J. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE - Michael Zulfa, Ed.D., Superintendent Type Action Recommendation: Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees receive as Second Reading and Approval of Adoption, the revised Board Policies and/or Board Bylaws as Recommended by District Administrative Staff and/or California School Boards Association Policy Updates – BP 3516 Emergencies and Disaster Preparedness Plan; BP 3550 Food Service/Child Nutrition Program; BP 3551 Food Service Operations/Cafeteria Fund; BP 3553 Free and Reduced Price Meals; BP 5148 Child Care and Development; BP 6163.4 Student Use of Technology; BP 6177 Summer Learning Programs. Supporting Data: Pursuant to Board of Trustees Board Bylaw 9310, staff members regularly review Board of Trustees policies, administrative regulations, and exhibits to compare them against the latest sample material from CSBA to reflect new legislation. After comparison, appropriate updates, and revisions for Board Policies (BP) and/or Board Bylaws (BB) are presented for Board of Trustees consideration for appropriate action as recommended by staff. BP 3516 Emergencies and Disaster Preparedness Plan BP 3550 Food Service/Child Nutrition Program BP 3551 Food Service Operations/Cafeteria Fund BP 3553 Free and Reduced Price Meals BP 5148 Child Care and Development BP 6163.4 Student Use of Technology BP 6177 Summer Learning Programs A copy of the proposed Board Policies (BP) and/or Board Bylaws (BB) are attached as Public Content. File Attachments 2025-04-07 Second Read & Approval BP 3516 Emergencies and Disaster Preparedness Plan.pdf (191 KB) 2025-04-07 Second Read & Approval BP 3550 Food Service_Child Nutrition Program.pdf (201 KB) 2025-04-07 Second Read & Approval BP 3551 Food Service Operations_Cafeteria Fund.pdf (206 KB) 2025-04-07 Second Read & Approval BP 3553 Free and Reduced Price Meals.pdf (192 KB) 2025-04-07 Second Read & Approval BP 5148 Child Care and Development.pdf (202 KB) 2025-04-07 Second Read & Approval BP 6163.4 Student Use of Technology.pdf (307 KB) 2025-04-07 Second Read & Approval BP 6177 Summer Learning Programs.pdf (272 KB) K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: INSTRUCTION DIVISION - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Subject 1. Receipt of Courses of Study Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: INSTRUCTION DIVISION - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Type Receive It is recommended that the Board of Trustees receive the Courses of Study on the attached list. These courses will be on file in the Office of Instruction for public inspection. They will be presented for approval at the next regular Board meeting. The list of the courses is attached as Public Content. File Attachments COS RECEIVE 472025_001.pdf (56 KB) Subject 2. Receive Basic Textbook Adoptions for the Fall Semester 2025-2026 School Year Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: INSTRUCTION DIVISION - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Type Receive It is recommended that the Board of Trustees receive the report from District Department Chairs for basic textbooks for the Fall Semester of the 2025-2026 school year. The books on the attached list have been evaluated and selected by subject area teacher committees at the individual school, approved by District Department Chairs, and are available for public inspection in the Office of Instruction. The Board will be asked to adopt the recommendations of the Department Chairs at the next Board Meeting. The textbook list is attached under Public Content. File Attachments Textbook Adoptions Fall Semester 2025-26.pdf (123 KB) Subject 3. Receipt of First Quarter Report (Jan 1- March 31 2025) on Williams Lawsuit Uniform Complaints Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: INSTRUCTION DIVISION - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Type Report It is recommended that the Board of Trustees receive the Williams Uniform Complaints First Quarter Report ( Jan 1 - March 31, 2025) to be filed with the Kern County Superintendent of Schools office. The required report is a result of the Williams lawsuit legislation where we are to meet certain requirements now enumerated in Ed Code 35186. A copy of the Quarterly Report is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Williams Qrt 1 2025 repo_001.pdf (46 KB) L. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: EDUCATIONAL SERVICES AND INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS DIVISION - Scott Odlin, Assistant Superintendent Subject 1. No Agenda Items Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category L. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: EDUCATIONAL SERVICES AND INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS DIVISION - Scott Odlin, Assistant Superintendent Type File Attachments M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Subject 1. Adoption of Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Action Adoption of the Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators: This document declares that there is an insufficient number of certificated individuals who meet the district's specified employment criteria and, therefore, it is necessary to employ non-certificated persons on emergency single subject permits in shortage areas. The Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Declaration of Need 25 26.pdf (213 KB) Subject 2. Public Hearing to Receive Input Regarding the Ratification of the Proposed Tentative Agreement Between the Kern High School District and the California School Employees Association, Chapter 747, Transportation Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Public Hearing In accordance with AB1200 (Statutes of 1991, Chapter 1213), AB2756 (Statutes of 2004) and G.C. 3547.5, the Disclosure of the Collective Bargaining Agreement is attached under Public Content. File Attachments AB1200 - Transportation CSEA Chapter 747 FY25.pdf (606 KB) Subject 3. Ratification of the Proposed Tentative Agreement Between the Kern High School District and the California School Employees Association Chapter 747, Transportation for Full and Final Resolution of their Reopener Contract negotiations for the 2024-2025 School Year Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Action The proposed 2024-2025 Tentative Agreement has been ratified by the union members of the California School Employees Association, Chapter 747, Transportation, and approved by the Kern High School District Management Negotiation Team. A copy of the 2024-2025 Tentative Agreement will be provided as late material. File Attachments Subject 4. Receipt of the Kern High School Teachers Association Intent to Open Successor Agreement to the 2023-2026 Collective Bargaining Agreement Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Information Supporting Data: Pursuant to the terms of the 2023–2026 Collective Bargaining Agreement, the Kern High School Teachers Association submits written notice of its intent to open a successor agreement to their Collective Bargaining Agreement. The Letter of Intent from the Kern High School Teachers Association will be provided as late material. File Attachments Subject 5. Introduction of the Kern High School District's Initial Proposal Regarding the 2023-2026 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Kern High School Teachers Association Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category M. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION - Megan Gregor, Assistant Superintendent Type Information Recommendation: It is recommended the Board of Trustees introduce the Kern High School District's initial proposal regarding the 2023-2026 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Kern High School Teachers Association. Supporting Data: Agency Labor Negotiator Megan M. Gregor will report to the Board of Trustees at the meeting. In accordance with District policy and the Education Code, this proposal will be available at schools and other work sites. The Initial Proposal from the Kern High School District will be provided as late material. File Attachments N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - Kenneth Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Subject 1. Report on 2022 Measure E General Obligation Bond Projects Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - Kenneth Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Type Report An oral report and presentation will be presented by Kenneth Seals, Assistant Superintendent, Business. File Attachments Subject 2. Report on the Membership of the Kern High School District's 2022 Measure E General Obligation Bond Citizens' Oversight Committee Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - Kenneth Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Type Report Assistant Superintendent of Business, Kenneth Seals, will give an oral report to the Board of Trustees on the membership of the Kern High School District's 2022 General Obligation Citizens' Oversight Committee. Following the passage of the Kern High School District’s Bond Measure “E” in 2022, the Board of Trustees established and appointed an independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee. The Committee consists of a minimum of seven members who can serve up to a maximum of (3) two-year terms. Two members of the Oversight Committee were initially appointed for a term of two years and have completed (3) two-year terms. The Board of Trustees will need to appoint new members in designated categories for a two-year term at a future Board meeting. The Committee Members are : Donald Carter Senior Citizen’s Group May 2025 Mark Summerhays Community Member May 2025 Adam Cohen Kern Taxpayers’ Association Nov. 2024 Jason Higbee Parent/Parent Teacher Org. Nov. 2025 Shannon Hixson Parent/Parent Teacher Org. Nov. 2025 Jeffrey Travis Business Organization Nov. 2025 Lydia Villa Parent/Parent Teacher Org. Nov. 2024 File Attachments Subject 3. Report on Applications for Eligibility Determination and State Funding for Proposed Projects Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - Kenneth Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Type Report An oral report will be presented by Kenneth Seals, Assistant Superintent, Business regarding submission of support of applications for eligibility determination and state funding for proposed projects. File Attachments Subject 4. PUBLIC HEARING to Receive Comments Regarding Submission of Support of Applications for Eligibility Determination and State Funding for Proposed Projects Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - Kenneth Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Type Public Hearing It is recommended that the Board of Trustees hold a PUBLIC HEARING to Receive Comments Regarding Submission of Support of Applications for Eligibility Determination and State Funding for Proposed Projects. File Attachments Subject 5. Approval of Resolution to Support the Applications for Eligibility Determination and State Funding Authorization to Sign Applications and Associated Documents for Funding under the School Facility Program Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - Kenneth Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Type Action An oral report will be presented by Kenneth Seals, Assistant Superintendent, Business. A copy of the Resolution is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Delegation of Authority for Eligibility Determination.pdf (135 KB) Subject 6. Report on District's Transportation Yard and EVSE Project including Energy and Cost Savings Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - Kenneth Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Type Report An oral report and presentation will be be provided by Kenneth Seals, Assistant Superintendent, Business. File Attachments Subject 7. PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to Government Code Section 4217.12 to Receive Comments on the District’s Energy and Cost Savings from a Proposed Energy Services Contract with A-C Electric Company for the District’s Transportation Yard and EVSE Project, Consisting of the Construction and Installation of a 1.3 MW Photovoltaic Solar System and Forty-Five (45) EV Charging Stations Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - Kenneth Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Type Public Hearing It is recommended that the Board of Trustees hold a PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to Government Code Section 4217.12 to Receive Comments on the District’s Energy and Cost Savings from a Proposed Energy Services Contract with A-C Electric Company for the District’s Transportation Yard and EVSE Project, Consisting of the Construction and Installation of a 1.3 MW Photovoltaic Solar System and Forty-Five (45) EV Charging Stations. File Attachments Subject 8. Approval of Resolution No. 027-2024/2025 Making Findings on Energy Savings, Approving an Energy Services Contract, and Determining the Project is Categorically Exempt Under the California Environmental Quality Act Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: BUSINESS DIVISION - Kenneth Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Type Action An oral report will be presented by Kenneth Seals, Assistant Superintendent, Business. A copy of the Resolution is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Resolution for Energy Savings Contract Approval CEQA.pdf (1,291 KB) O. CONSENT AGENDA - Items Required by Law and/or Items in Accordance with the District's Administrative Code and/or Education Code Subject 1. Approval of Consent Agenda Items - The Board will be asked to consider and approve all the following items by a single vote, unless any member of the Board or staff asks that an item be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered and discussed separately. Each item on the Consent Agenda approved by the Board shall be deemed to have been considered in full and adopted as recommended. A Board member’s affirmative vote on the Consent Agenda is considered as a separate affirmative vote in favor of each item listed. Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category O. CONSENT AGENDA - Items Required by Law and/or Items in Accordance with the District's Administrative Code and/or Education Code Type Action (Consent) File Attachments P. Consent Agenda: Superintendent's Office Subject 1. No Consent Agenda Items Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category P. Consent Agenda: Superintendent's Office Type File Attachments Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Subject 1. Approval of Out of Area Trip Request - Stockdale High School Science Bowl Team - Leesburg, Virginia Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Out of Area Trip Request for the Stockdale High School Science Bowl Team to travel to Leesburg, Virginia from April 24 - 28, 2025, to represent California in the National Science Bowl. There will be six (6) students and two (2) chaperones attending. Funding Source: U.S. Department of Energy and Title IV. A copy of the Out of Area Trip Request Form, itinerary, flight information and a list of coaches with participating students is attached as Public Content. File Attachments StHS FT request Leesburg_001.pdf (465 KB) Subject 2. Approval of Out of Area Trip Request - Centennial High School Robotics Team - VEX Robotics World Championships in Dallas, Texas Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Out of Area Trip Request for the Centennial High School Robotics Team to travel to Dallas, Texas May 5 - 9, 2025 to compete in the VEX Robotics World Championships. Eleven (11) Students and two (2) Chaperones will be traveling by airplane. Funding Source: District, LCAP, Engineering Club The Field trip request, itinerary, and roster is attached in Public Content. File Attachments CHS Out of state FT-Robo_001.pdf (415 KB) Subject 3. Approval of an Out of Area Trip Request - Liberty High School Robotics Team - VEX Robotics World Championships in Dallas, Texas Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve an Out of Area Trip request for the Liberty High School Robotics team to travel to Dallas, Texas to compete in the VEX Robotics World Championship, departing on Monday, May 5, 2025, and returning on Friday, May 9, 2025. The six (6) students will be chaperoned by two (2) approved Kern High School employees. Funding Source: Title IV and Principals Budget A copy of the Out of State Trip Request, chaperones, itinerary, and a list of participating students is attached as Public Content. File Attachments LHS Out of State FT -Rob_001.pdf (301 KB) Subject 4. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between Tony Weaver LLC and the Kern High School District/North High School Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Short Term Consultant Agreement between Tony Weaver LLC and the Kern High School District/North High School. Tony Weaver is an author and creator of the book Weirdo. He will conduct a workshop on "Empower Students through Storytelling" to students at North High School. Tony Weaver will present discussions about self-love, mental heath, and embracing one's individuality, crucial for students facing similar challenges. In addition, he will conduct a writing workshop for students, culminating in a special lunch with selected students to foster deeper conversations. The s ession will also help students find confidence in their own identity. All students will benefit from hearing from a young, successful, African American author who writes about mental health and self-love. This agreement is for a one (1) day visit, commencing on April 28, 2025 ending on April 28, 2025. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program: (LCAAP 4.243) Innovation and Engagement A copy of the Short Term Consultant Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments STCA Tony Weaver-NHS_001.pdf (910 KB) Subject 5. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between the University of Cincinnati Research Institute and the Kern High School District Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Short Term Consultant Agreement between the University of Cincinnati Research Institute and the Kern High School District to provide training on the Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions for Substance Use Curriculum for the Kern High School District. The Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions for Substance Use (CBI-SU) curriculum is designed for individuals who are in moderate to high need in the area of substance abuse. The curriculum can be delivered as a stand-alone substance use intervention or incorporated into a more extensive program. As the name of the curriculum suggests, this intervention relies on a cognitive-behavioral approach to teach participants strategies for avoiding substance abuse. The program heavily emphasizes skill-building activities to assist with cognitive, social, emotional, and coping skill development. Such cognitive-behavioral strategies have routinely demonstrated high treatment effects. The facilitator will provide three (3) days per training event for up to 18 Sponsor Staff with two (2) UCCI trainers at a flat rate cost of $18,500.00. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program (LCAP 4.01) A copy of the Short Term Consultant Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments UNV_CIN_CBI-SU.pdf (814 KB) UCRI - Kern High School District cert.pdf (149 KB) Subject 6. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) and the Kern High School District Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Memorandum of Understanding between Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) and the Kern High School District. The proposed Memorandum of Understanding will provide Kern High School District access to CAPK Friendship House Community Center Sports Field, Gymnasium and Restrooms. This agreement is for a duration of two (2) years beginning April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2027. A copy of the Memorandum of Understanding is attached as Public Content. File Attachments MOU CAPK and KHSD_001.pdf (149 KB) Subject 7. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Garden Pathways and Kern High School District/Shafter High School Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve a Memorandum of Understanding between Garden Pathway and Kern High School District/Shafter High School to provide trauma informed care services at Shafter High School. The term of the Memorandum of Understanding shall be from April 2025 through April 2026. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program (LCAP 1.061) A copy of the Memorandum is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Garden Pathway ShHS_001.pdf (564 KB) Subject 8. Approval of Software Quote Agreement with McGraw Hill (ALEKS Math) and the Kern High School District/Nueva Continuation High School Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Software Quote Agreement with McGraw Hill (ALEKS Math) and the Kern High School District/Nueva Continuation High School for a three (3) year term. ALEKS Math is a proven online learning platform that helps instructors easily assess student math skills, close knowledge gaps, and measure progress at the individual level. ALEKS uses algorithmically generated questions and interactive tools, paired with helpful learning aides, to drive student engagement and understanding. ALEKS goes beyond multiple choice, offering free response questions that support concept application. ALEKS delivers personalized learning, along with just-in-time resources, to remediate and repair knowledge gaps for each individual student. This Agreement is for a three (3) year, 60 license ALEKS Math discounted quote, which includes 1 Web PD in year 1 for teacher Startup Training, for $3,829.20. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program LCAP (1.061) Third Party Intervention Program A copy of the Quote Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments McGraw HIll ALEKS Math- Nueva.pdf (121 KB) Subject 9. Approval of a Software Quote Agreement with McGraw Hill (ALEKS Math) and the Kern High School District/Kern Valley High School Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve a Software Quote Agreement with McGraw Hill (ALEKS Math) and the Kern High School District/Kern Valley High School for a one (1) year term. ALEKS Math is a proven, online learning platform that helps instructors easily assess student math skills, close knowledge gaps, and measure progress at the individual level. ALEKS uses algorithmically generated questions and interactive tools, paired with helpful learning aides, to drive student engagement and understanding. ALEKS goes beyond multiple choice, offering free response questions that support concept application. ALEKS delivers personalized learning, along with just-in-time resources, to remediate and repair knowledge gaps for each individual student. The initial term of the subscription shall be for one (1) year of ALEKS Math for Kern Valley High School with 2 Web PD Sessions for a total cost of $12,783.60. Funding Source: Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention Program A copy of the Quote Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments McGraw Hill ALEKS Math Kern Valley HS - Eric Hansen.pdf (159 KB) Subject 10. Approval of a Software Quote Agreement between No Red Ink and the Kern High School District/Kern Valley High School Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve a Software Quote Agreement between No Red Ink and the Kern High School District/Kern Valley High School for a Premium English Instruction Program for a one (1) year term. No Red Ink is a comprehensive writing platform designed for today's classrooms. It gives educators access to formative and summative assessment tools that help them identify student strengths and areas for improvement and track skills growth. The program activities engage students and provide them with the guidance they need to confidently express themselves in writing. No Red Ink's comprehensive writing curriculum aims to develop well-rounded writers by pairing interactive skill-building exercises with lightweight writing prompts and scaffolded essays that build writing fluency. The program aids teachers in increasing student achievement by targeting skills that align with rigorous state standards and assessments. Live Virtual Training sessions for up to 20 teachers is included in the agreement. Program cost: $9,232.73. Funding Source: Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third party Intervention Program A copy of the Quote Agreement is attached as Public Content File Attachments No Red Ink_Kern Valley HS- Eric Hansen.pdf (142 KB) Subject 11. Approval of a Software License Agreement between KUTA Software and the Kern High School District/Stockdale High School for a Single User Jasmine Bernal Zelaya for Infinite Algebra 1 D/L. Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve a Software License Agreement with KUTA Software and the Kern High School District/Stockdale High School for Single User Jasmine Bernal Zelaya for the Infinite Algebra 1 D/L software product, which includes software and may include associated media, printed materials, and "online" or electronic documentation. KUTA Software provides an exceptional suite of math instructional tools designed to support students from basic arithmetic to advanced calculus. The software offers customizable worksheets and interactive tutorials that cater to individual learning needs, ensuring students grasp complex mathematical concepts effectively. KUTA Software is a vital resource in enhancing student engagement, and improving mathematical proficiency. This License Agreement is effective until otherwise terminated. Price quote: $150.00. Funding Source: Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention Program A copy of the Quote Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments KUTA Software License Agreement- StHS, J. Bernal Zelaya.pdf (129 KB) Subject 12. Approval of a Software License Agreement between KUTA Software and the Kern High School District/Stockdale High School for Single User Kathleen Conyers for Infinite Algebra 2 Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve a Software License Agreement with KUTA Software and the Kern High School District/Stockdale High School for Single User Kathleen Conyers for the Infinite Algebra 2 Single-user license D/L, which includes software and may include associated media, printed materials, and "online" or electronic documentation. KUTA Software provides an exceptional suite of math instructional tools designed to support students from basic arithmetic to advanced calculus. The software offers customizable worksheets and interactive tutorials that cater to individual learning needs, ensuring students grasp complex mathematical concepts effectively. KUTA Software is a vital resource in enhancing student engagement, and improving mathematical proficiency. This License Agreement is effective until otherwise terminated. Price quote: $150.00. Funding Source: Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention Program A copy of the Quote Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments KUTA Software License Agreement- Stockdale, K. Conyers.pdf (927 KB) Subject 13. Approval of License Agreement Renewal between Schoolai and the Kern High School District/Stockdale High School Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve a license agreement renewal for the 2025-2026 school year between Schoolai and the Kern High School District/Stockdale High School to provide an online assessment and learning platform for students, teachers and administrators at Stockdale High School. Schoolai will help enhance learning experiences and promote equitable access to high quality education. The program also focuses on providing tools that help educators personalize instruction, engage students and foster critical thinking and creativity among students. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention Program A copy of the License Agreement renewal is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Schoolai- Stockdale 2025-26 Renewal Quote.pdf (144 KB) Subject 14. Approval of License Agreement Quote with Platform Athletics, LLC (PLT4M) and Kern High School District/Kern Valley High School Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the License Agreement with Platform Athletics, LLC (PLT4M) and Kern High School District/Kern Valley High School for Health and Physical Ed online programs, curriculums, and content for unlimited staff from March 2025 to June 2026. PLT4M is an innovative instructional platform for Health and Physical Ed with a flexible learning platform that helps teachers expand their curriculum, streamline classroom management and data collection, all while boosting student engagement. PLT4M offers dozens of customizable fitness programs and wellness modules focusing on an inclusive range of PE goals. This License Agreement includes a dedicated success rep at PLT4M to assist staff in getting set up, access to PLT4M for students on any device, and Professional Development Sessions with a PLT4M Success Coordinator to discuss successful strategies for technology integration and curriculum development. Price Quote: $1,850.00. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention Program A copy of the Quote Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Platform Athletics- KVHS, E. Hansen.pdf (45 KB) Subject 15. Approval of License Agreement between Vantage Learning and the Kern High School District/North High School Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve a License Agreement between Vantage Learning and the Kern High School District/North High School to provide an online assessment and learning platform for students and teachers at North High School. This License will be used to score student's writing and give individualized feedback and data by standard to teachers. Vantage Learning will provide virtual training sessions and data reviews, assessment implementation, and support. The Vantage License Agreement encompasses the remainder of the 2024-2025 academic year and the entirety of the 2025-2026 academic year with a cost of $28,610.00. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Program (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention Program A copy of the Vantage Learning License Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Vantage Learning Quote- North, A. Votaw.pdf (106 KB) Subject 16. Approval of Purchase Agreement between Solution Tree Inc. and the Kern High School District/Bakersfield High School Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Purchase Agreement between Solution Tree, Inc. and the Kern High School District/Bakersfield High School for Professional Development Workshops on August 5, 2025, September 15-18, 2025, November 3-6, 2025, January 12-15, 2026, March 2-5, 2026 and April 20-23, 2026. The PLC at Work associates will work with school and district leadership at Bakersfield High School to customize these sessions based on the teachers needs within their PLC. The sessions will focus on deepening participants' understanding of the PLC at Work processes and addressing critical next steps to further their PLC at Work Implementation. Each day will build on previous trainings and strategies provided. Funding Source: Title 1 A copy of the Purchase Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Bakersfield HS lg contract signed PA SY 25-26.pdf (442 KB) Subject 17. Approval of Purchase Agreement between Solution Tree Inc. and the Kern High School District/Bakersfield High School Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Purchase Agreement between Solution Tree, Inc., and the Kern High School District/Bakersfield High School for Professional Development Workshops. The PLC at Work associates will work with school and district leadership at Bakersfield High School to customize these sessions based on the teachers needs within their PLC. The three (3) on-site sessions will focus on deepening participants' understanding of the PLC at Work processes and addressing critical next steps to trainings and strategies provided. Dates of trainings will be be held March through May of 2025. Funding Source: Title 1 A copy of the Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Solution Tree BHS March-_001.pdf (245 KB) Subject 18. Approval of Courses of Study Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category Q. Consent Agenda: Instruction Division Type Action (Consent) It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the Courses of Study on the attached list. These courses have been on file in the Office of Instruction and available for public inspection since the last regular Board Meeting. A copy of the list is provided as Public Content. File Attachments COS Approval April 7, 2025.docx.pdf (91 KB) New COS 64798_001.pdf (436 KB) New COS 71183_001.pdf (1,496 KB) New COS 64908_001.pdf (287 KB) New COS 66983_001.pdf (462 KB) R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Subject 1. Approval of Agreement for Services between Bethany Zoeller and the Kern High School District - Special Education Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement for Services with Bethany Zoeller to provide certain Independent Educational Evaluations ("IEE") of student, which includes one (1) psychoeducational assessment and participation in one (1) IEP meeting. A copy of the Agreement for Services is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Agreement for Services - Bethany Zoeller_Redacted.pdf (480 KB) Subject 2. Approval of Agreement for Services between Dr. Gary Katz and Kern High School District - Special Education Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement for Services with Dr. Gary Katz, to provide for certain Independent Educational Evaluations ("IEE") of student, which includes one (1) psychoeducational assessment and participation in one (1) IEP. A copy of the Agreement for Services is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Agreement for Services - Dr. Gary Katz_Redacted.pdf (1,867 KB) Subject 3. Approval of Agreement for Services between Scholars Grove and Kern High School District - Special Education Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement for Services with Scholars Grove, to provide for certain Independent Educational Evaluations ("IEE") of student, which includes one (1) speech and language assessment and participation in one (1) IEP. A copy of the Agreement for Services is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Agreement for Services - Scholars Grove - Redacted.pdf (473 KB) Subject 4. Approval of Agreement between Presence Learning, Inc., and Kern High School District - Special Education Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement between Presence Learning, Inc., and Kern High School District to provide special education related services that include implementing comprehensive teletherapy programs that support students with diverse needs. A copy of the Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments MSA - Kern Presence.pdf (1,465 KB) Subject 5. Approval of Third Amendment to Lease Agreement between Vallarta Properties Inc. and Kern High School District/Bakersfield Adult School/Job Spot Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category R. Consent Agenda: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division Type Action (Consent) Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees approve the Third Amendment to Lease Agreement between Vallarta Properties Inc. and Kern High School District/Bakersfield Adult School/Job Spot. The Amendment will extend the Lease for a period of three (3) years for the premises identified as 1501 Panama Lane, Unit H100-103, Bakersfield, CA 93307. A copy of the Third Amendment is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Vallarta - Job Spot Lease.pdf (89 KB) Subject 6. Approval of Amendment No. 3 to the Community Classroom Training Agreement between Kern High School District/Career Technical Education Center and Omni Family Health Meeting Apr 7, 2025 - FINAL AGENDA -