Main Governing Board

3 Monday, August 3, 2026 FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees BOARD MEMBERS: J. Bryan Batey, President David Manriquez, Vice President Kathy Scrivner, Clerk Derek Tisinger, Clerk Pro Tem Steven Rodrigue, Member Brandon Valenzuela, Student Board Member - MEETING TIME AND PLACE: Call Meeting to Order: 5:45 p.m. - Board Room Closed Session: 5:50 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 Aug 3, 2026 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category A. PRELIMINARY Type Procedural J. Bryan Batey, President David Manriquez, Vice President Kathy Scrivner, Clerk Derek Tisinger, Clerk Pro Tem Steven Rodrigue, Member Samreen Sandhu, Student Board Member File Attachments Subject 2. Adoption of Final Closed Session Agenda Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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. Discussion of Student Matters: Student Expulsions and/or Reinstatement Report Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 four (4) 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 3. 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 Case: Case No. EEOC 480-2026-03468; Case No. 26CUB01118; Case No. 26CUB02558; Case No. OAH 2026050863 Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 4. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release Complaint (Government Code Section 54957) - Two (2) Employees Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type File Attachments Subject 5. Conference with Labor Negotiator, Megan Gregor, Regarding Collective Bargaining Agreement(s) or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU's) with Employee Group(s): California School Employees Association, Chapter 901, Police Officers; Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 777, Skilled Trades Unit D; Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type File Attachments Subject 6. Conference with Real Property Negotiator: Kenny Seals (Government Code Section 54956.8), Concerning Price and Terms for Property Locations: APN: 387-050-28 and portions of APNs: 387-050-29 and 387-050-30 (Bakersfield Mountain View Bravo, LLC), Bakersfield, California Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Discussion File Attachments Subject 7. Conference with Real Property Negotiator: Kenny Seals (Government Code Section 54956.8), Concerning Price and Terms for Property Location: APN: 178-282-26 (Giumarra Brothers Fruit, LLC), Bakersfield, California Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category B. CLOSED SESSION - Conference Room "A" Type Discussion File Attachments Subject 8. Adjournment of Closed Session Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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. Adoption of the Final Agenda Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Action File Attachments Subject 3. Flag Salute Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 4. Administration of Oath of Newly Appointed Student Board Member: Brandon Valenzuela, North High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category C. OPEN SESSION ITEMS - Board Room Type Procedural Supporting Data : The Board of Trustees recognize the value of a student representative member on the Board. The Board encourages and supports the unique perspective provided by a student representative member. The Student Board Member will enhance communication and collaboration between the Board of Trustees and the student body to teach students the importance of civic engagement. Newly Appointed Student Board Member: Brandon Valenzuela, North High School Superintendent Zulfa will swear in the Student Board Member. Under Education Code 35012, student board members must take and sign the same Oath of Office as elected Board Members. The term of Brandon Valenzuela Balderrama will be from August 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. File Attachments Subject 5. Approval of Minutes from the Regular Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees held on June 22, 2026 Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category F. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Type Report File Attachments 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 chair. The Yellow Speaker Card must be submitted to the Board's Secretary before the Board meeting starts. Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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, Cathy Adams, President Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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 - Emma Arvizu, President Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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, Roman Aguilar, President Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Trade Union, Unit D, Luis Badilla, Steward Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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. 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 5141.75 Weather Safety Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 5141.75 Weather Safety. 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 5141.75 Weather Safety A copy of the proposed Board Policies (BP) and/or Board Bylaws (BB) are attached as Public Content. File Attachments 2026-08-03 Second Read & Approval BP 5141.75 Weather Safety.pdf (440 KB) Subject 2. Adoption to Delete Board Policies and/or Board Bylaws as Recommended by District Administrative Staff and/or California School Boards Association Policy Updates – BP 5141.7 Sun Safety Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 a First Reading and Approval the revised Board Policies and/or Board Bylaws as Recommended by District Administrative Staff and/or California School Boards Association Policy Updates – BP 5141.7 Sun Safety. 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 5141.7 Sun Safety A copy of the proposed Board Policies (BP) and/or Board Bylaws (BB) are attached as Public Content. File Attachments 2026-08-03 First Reading & Approval BP 5141.7 Sun Safety.pdf (287 KB) Subject 3. First Reading of the Proposed Revisions to Board Policies and/or Board Bylaws as Recommended by District Administrative Staff and/or California School Boards Association Policy Updates – BP 1240 Volunteer Assistance; BP 4100 Certificated Personnel; BP 4111/4211/4311 Recruitment and Selection; BP 4112.9/4212.9/4312.9 Employee Notifications; BP 4200 Classified Personnel; BP 4300 Administrative and Supervisory Personnel; BP 5141.4 Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting; BP 5145.6 Parent/Guardian Notifications Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 First Reading Recommendation: Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees receive as First Reading the revised Board Policies and/or Board Bylaws as Recommended by District Administrative Staff and/or California School Boards Association Policy Updates – BP 1240 Volunteer Assistance; BP 4100 Certificated Personnel; BP 4111/4211/4311 Recruitment and Selection; BP 4112.9/4212.9/4312.9 Employee Notifications; BP 4200 Classified Personnel; BP 4300 Administrative and Supervisory Personnel; BP 5141.4 Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting; BP 5145.6 Parent/Guardian Notifications. 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 1240 Volunteer Assistance BP 4100 Certificated Personnel BP 4111/4211/4311 Recruitment and Selection BP 4112.9/4212.9/4312.9 Employee Notifications BP 4200 Classified Personnel BP 4300 Administrative and Supervisory Personnel BP 5141.4 Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting BP 5145.6 Parent/Guardian Notifications A copy of the proposed Board Policies (BP) and/or Board Bylaws (BB) are attached as Public Content. File Attachments 2026-08-03 First Read BP 1240 Volunteer Assistance.pdf (385 KB) 2026-08-03 First Read BP 4100 Certificated Personnel.pdf (417 KB) 2026-08-03 First Read BP 4111-4211-4311 Recruitment and Selection.pdf (389 KB) 2026-08-03 First Read BP 4112.9_4212.9_4312.9 Employee Notifications.pdf (381 KB) 2026-08-03 First Read BP 4200 Classified Personnel.pdf (364 KB) 2026-08-03 First Read BP 4300 Administrative and Supervisory Personnel.pdf (461 KB) 2026-08-03 First Read BP 5141.4 Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting.pdf (439 KB) 2026-08-03 First Read BP 5145.6 Parent_Guardian Notifications.pdf (382 KB) K. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: Instruction Division - Leo Holland, Associate Superintendent Subject 1. Receipt of Second Quarter (April 1 - June 30 2026) on Williams Lawsuit Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees receive the Williams Uniform Complaints Second Quarter Report (April 1 - June 30, 2026) 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 2nd qtr report_001.pdf (57 KB) Subject 2. Report on Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Recommendations for the 2025-2026 school year Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Recommendation is made that the Board of Trustees receive a report on the Western Association for Schools and Colleges (WASC) term recommendation letter for West High School who had a visit in the 2025-2026 school year. West High School six year Accreditation status through June 30, 2032, with a mid-cycle visit during the 2028-2029 school year A copy of the Term Recommendation Letter is attached as Public Content File Attachments West High School - 2026 Summer Commission Meeting.pdf (192 KB) Subject 3. Receipt of Courses of Study Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Recommendation is made 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 courses is attached as Public Content. File Attachments COS Receive August 3 2026.pdf (227 KB) L. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: Educational Services and Innovative Programs Division - Scott Odlin, Assistant Superintendent Subject 1. No Agenda Items Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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. Approval of Resolution on Submission of Application for Provisional Internship Permit to California Department of Education for Certain Public Certificated Employees Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 This application is required because the Commission discontinued the issuance of multiply subject, single subject, and education specialist emergency permits and implemented provisional internship permits as of June 6, 2006. The Office of Administrative Law approved the addition of Title 5, Section 80021.1, pertaining to provisional staff permit on June 4, 2005. This permit is available when the employing agency knows that there will be a teacher vacancy that is unable to recruit a suitable candidate. A copy of the Board Resolution Requesting Provisional Internship Permits and the Resolution is attached as Public Content. File Attachments PIP Resolution Form.pdf (80 KB) BOARD ITEMs for (08.03.2026); PIPs 2026-2027.pdf (182 KB) N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: Business Division - Kenny Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Subject 1. No Agenda Items Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Category N. DIVISION REPORTS AND ITEMS: Business Division - Kenny Seals, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent Type File Attachments 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Food Sales Dates for the 2026-2027 School Year on Kern High School District Campuses Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Food Sale Dates for the 2026-2027 school year for Kern High School District campuses. District policy states that during the school year, up to four (4) food sale dates may be scheduled where all student organizations may sell food and beverages on the same day. The guidelines are as follows: Food sale dates are approved by the Board of Trustees. Items to be sold are not the same items sold by the cafeteria on that date Activity Director and Food Service Supervisor will review the items to be sold at the food sale at least two (2) weeks prior to the sale date The cafeteria and school will agree on items to be served so that each entity does not compete against each other on a sale date No food is prepared on the site by the student/parent organization A copy of the Food Sale Dates is attached under Public Content. File Attachments Food Sales 2026-2027 R.pdf (256 KB) Subject 2. Approval of a Services Agreement between the Regents of the University of California/University of California, Santa Barbara and the Kern High School District/South High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Services Agreement between the Regents of the University of California/University of California, Santa Barbara and the Kern High School District. The proposed Services Agreement will provide Early Academic Outreach Program services. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) 3.034 A copy of the Service Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments UCSB+Signed+EAOP+Agreement+for+Kern+High+School+District+2026-27.pdf (413 KB) Subject 3. Approval of Short Term Consultant Agreement between the Fisher Agency and Kern High School District/ Bakersfield High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Fisher Agency and the Kern High School District/Bakersfield High School for "Design your Life and Leadership Trainings." The Fisher Agency will work with Bakersfield High School staff and students for leadership training. Dates of the trainings will be on August 10, 11th & 12th of 2026. The amount for the training is $15,700.00. Funding Source: Community Schools Grant A copy of the Short Term Consultant Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments STCA The Fisher Agency- B_001.pdf (477 KB) Subject 4. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between Data Recognition Corporation for LAS Links and the Kern High School District Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Data Recognition Corporation for LAS Links and the Kern High School District for the 2026-2027 school year from August 3, 2026 through May 31, 2027. The cost of this agreement is $39,837.50. The DRC Insight LAS Links language assessments will serve as an alternate Spanish assessment for seniors classified as English Learners (EL), Initial Fluent Proficient (IFEP), or Redesignated English Proficient (RFEP). This is for those students who have not met all other requirements but still need to demonstrate proficiency in order to earn the California State Seal of Biliteracy. To be eligible for the State Seal of Biliteracy the student must demonstrate: English Language Arts Requirements: 1. GPA Requirements: a. Complete all English language arts graduation requirements with a minimum GPA of 3.0. b. College or university English courses taken in high school may count toward this requirement. 2. Assessment Options: (Select One): a. CAASPP: Pass the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) for grade 11 at or above the "standard met" level. b. AP Exam: Score 3 or higher on an AP English exam (Language and Composition, Literature, or Seminar). c. IB Exam: Score 4 or higher on an English IB exam. d. SAT: Achieve a score of 480 or higher on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section. Proficiency in Another Language: 1. Course Requirement: a. Successfully complete a four-year course of study in a world language with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate oral proficiency comparable an AP or IB exam. b. World language courses from a college or university may also fulfill this requirement. 2. Assessment Options (Select One): a. AP Exam: Score 3 or higher on an AP English exam. b. IB Exam: Score 4 or higher on a world language IB exam. c. ACTFL Tests: Pass both the Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) and Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) with scores of Intermediate mid or higher. d. District Assessment: Pass a district-approved language examination that assesses speaking, reading, and writing at the proficient level or higher. Additional Requirement for English Learners: Oral Language Score: Students classified as English learners must achieve an oral language composite score of level 4 or higher. Funding Source: LCAP 3.035-Biliteracy Seal A copy of the Short Term Consultant Renewal Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments STCA Data Recognition Co_001.pdf (353 KB) Subject 5. Approval of License and Service Agreement with Fresno County Superintendent of Schools (Cyber High) and Kern High School District/East Bakersfield High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 and Service Agreement with Fresno County Superintendent of Schools (Cyber High) and Kern High School District/East Bakersfield High School for the 2026-2027 School Year. Cyber High is a program that helps students with credit recovery. The term of this Agreement is July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 with a total cost of $25,217.00. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP 1.061) Third Party Intervention A copy of the License and Service Agreement is attached as Public Content File Attachments Fresno County SOS UUP '26- '27- East Bakersfield HS.pdf (298 KB) Subject 6. Approval of Software License Renewal between KUTA Software and Kern High School District/Tierra Del Sol Continuation High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Renewal with KUTA Software and Kern High School District/Tierra Del Sol Continuation High School for a Math Instructional Program. 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. Aligned with current educational standards, KUTA Software supports differentiated instruction and provides teachers with valuable insights through detailed analytics. This enables educators to identify student progress and areas needing improvement, facilitating targeted interventions. KUTA Software is a vital resource in helping Tierra Del Sol Continuation High School meet academic goals, enhancing student engagement, and improving mathematical proficiency. The easy-to-use platform is accessible to educators and students alike, promoting a seamless integration into existing curricula. The total cost for this three-year license renewal is $1,248.00. Funding Source: Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the Software License Renewal is attached as Public Content. File Attachments KUTA Renewal _Tierra Del Sol Continuation HS.pdf (52 KB) Subject 7. Approval of Software License Renewal between KUTA Software and Kern High School District/North High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Renewal between KUTA Software and Kern High School District/North High School for a Math Instructional Program for the 2026-2027 School Year. 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. Aligned with current educational standards, KUTA Software supports differentiated instruction and provides teachers with valuable insights through detailed analytics. This enables educators to identify student progress and areas needing improvement, facilitating targeted interventions. KUTA Software is a vital resource in helping North High School meet academic goals, enhancing student engagement, and improving mathematical proficiency. The easy-to-use platform is accessible to educators and students alike, promoting a seamless integration into existing curricula. The total cost for the 2026-2027 license renewal is $493.00. Funding Source: Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the Software License Renewal is attached as Public Content. File Attachments KUTA Renewal 2026-27 - North High School.pdf (35 KB) Subject 8. Approval of Subscription Quote Agreement between 5-Star Students and Kern High School District/Shafter High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Subscription Quote Agreement between 5-Star Students and Kern High School District/Shafter High School for a Package Renewal for the 2026-2027 School Year. 5-Star Students provides schools with a system to gather and manage student attendance and engagement. 5-Star Students also offers programs to help encourage and reward student involvement. The Package Renewal includes 1-year program subscription, mobile apps, unlimited surveys and voting, refresher training, and SIS integration with Communication Add-on. The total cost for the Subscription Quote Agreement shall be $3,000.00. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the Subscription Quote Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments 5star 2026-27 - Shafter HS.pdf (47 KB) Subject 9. Approval of Software License Agreement between DeltaMath Solutions Inc. and Kern High School District/North High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 between DeltaMath Solutions Inc. and Kern High School District/North High School for the DeltaMath INTEGRAL platform for the 2026-2027 School Year. This schoolwide license for all North High School teachers and students includes instructional videos, online assessments, print to PDF, student upload of notes, Canvas/Schoology integration, and additional features. This Software License Agreement is effective for the 2026-2027 school year with a total cost of $2,340.00. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the Software License Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments DeltaMath Quote 2026-27- North HS.pdf (32 KB) Subject 10. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between The Boys and Girls Club of Kern County and Kern High School District/ Highland High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Agreement between The Boys and Girls Club of Kern County and the Kern High School District/Highland High School. The purpose of this Agreement is to facilitate a school to career workshop, known as "Career Launch" that fosters soft skills, explores career paths, promotes mentorship, and establish possible summer paid internships in a variety of local industries. The term of this Agreement shall be from September 01, 2026 - November 05, 2026. Workforce Ready/ Internship Program The program activities will follow the Career Launch curriculum with the following: Program dates September 01, 2026 - November 05, 2026, not including internship programs Facilitated by trained and vetted BGCKC staff approved by the HHS principal and cleared by KHSD Two (2) days per week - 11 weeks., 1 hour workshops in morning or evening hours based on HHS availability and preference Two- week Career Launch refresher courses will be provided prior to the interview process to help prepare participants. 30 students over the age of 15 years Students who graduate the program will have the opportunity to interview for a summer paid internship with a local vetted company Funding Source: N/A A copy of the Memorandum of Understanding is attached as Public Content. File Attachments MOU Boys & Girls of KC HHS 2026-2027.pdf (769 KB) Subject 11. Approval of 3-Year Subscription License Agreement between Teacher's Curriculum Institute (TCI) and Kern High School District/North High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 3-Year Subscription License Agreement between Teacher's Curriculum Institute (TCI) and Kern High School District/North High School for Social Studies Teacher Licenses. TCI is a K-12 publishing company that creates science and social studies curriculum to enable educators to improve their ability to engage students in a diverse classroom. TCI's K-12 curriculum and services for educators are based on proven teaching strategies and practices that bring education to life in order to achieve consistent and positive classroom results. The curriculum has been specially created to meet state standards, create engagements in lessons, and help students better understand the content through hands-on and experiential exercises. The total cost of the 3-year Subscription License Agreement shall be $4,140.00. Funding: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the Subscription License Agreement Quote is attached as Public Content. File Attachments v2_TCI Quote Kern - North High School.pdf (39 KB) Subject 12. Approval of Agreement between TPR Education, LLC d/b/a The Princeton Review and Kern High School District/Bakersfield High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Agreement between TPR Education, LLC d/b/a The Princeton Review and Kern High School District/Bakersfield High School for High Dosage Tutoring. Services provided will be for HDT Online - 30 Minute Sessions - Per Tutorial Advanced High Dosage Tutoring: Each Small Group Tutorial will consist of up to 12 weeks of sessions, 3-5 sessions per week, 30 minutes of instruction time per session for 2-4 students. Maximum number of sessions is 36 per Small Group Tutorial. Virtual tutoring provides 24/7 online access to tutoring support in 200+ subjects. Bilingual tutoring (Spanish and English) is also available for math, science, and social studies. Administrators and faculty gain full access to an array of reporting tools to review both aggregate and individual student-usage data. The Agreement shall be from January 1, 2027 through June 30, 2027 with a total cost of $20,160.00. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Bakersfield HS HDT Renewal 2027 - Alicia Olejnik.pdf (991 KB) Subject 13. Approval of License Agreement Quote between Platform Athletics, LLC d/b/a PLT4M and Kern High School District/North High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Quote between Platform Athletics, LLC d/b/a PLT4M and Kern High School District/North High School for Secondary & Athletics programs, curriculums, and content for staff for the 2026-2027 school year. PLT4M is a digital instructional platform designed specifically for K-12 Health and Physical Education. It combines curriculum, lesson delivery, student fitness tracking, assessments, and reporting into one system. Teachers can assign workouts, fitness activities, health lessons, and assessments while students complete them on Chromebooks, tablets, or phones. Included in the License Agreement is 10 hours of Professional Development for staff with the ability to schedule up to 20 sessions with the PLT4M Success Coordinator to discuss successful strategies for technology integration and curriculum development. The term of this License Agreement shall be from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 with a total cost of $3,200.00. Funding: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the License Agreement Quote is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Platform Athletics LLC DBA_PLT4M - North HS.pdf (87 KB) Subject 14. Approval of Quote Agreement between Lexia Learning Systems LLC and Kern High School District/Kern Valley High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Quote Agreement between Lexia Learning Systems LLC and Kern High School District/Kern Valley High School for the Lexia English Student Subscription Renewals for the 2026-2027 school year. Lexia Learning is an innovative online program that combines effective, teacher-led instruction with interactive, user-centric experiences to support the cognitive abilities of a wide variety of students. Lexia enables teachers to prioritize and differentiate instruction, allowing students to develop critical reading skills at their own pace. The term of the Quote Agreement shall be from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, with a total cost of $315.00. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the Quote Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Lexia Learning 2026-27- Kern Valley.pdf (84 KB) Subject 15. Approval of an Agreement between Garden Pathways and Kern High School District/Vista West Continuation High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Agreement between Garden Pathways and Kern High School District/Vista West Continuation High School to provide comprehensive trauma-informed youth mentoring services. The intended results for these services are as follows: Mitigate effect of trauma and chronic stress for participants Decrease suspensions and expulsions Create safer homes, schools, and communities Create opportunities for educational and career goals The term of this Agreement shall be from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2028, with a total cost of $26,550.00. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Garden Pathways Youth Mentoring Agreement 2026-27 - Vista West.pdf (526 KB) Subject 16. Approval of Agreement between National University and Kern High School District Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 agreement between National University and the Kern High School District to provide a Social Work Internship to enhance staff understanding of student behavior, crisis management, social-emotional, exposure to the PBIS tiered framework, and student support team meetings. A copy of the agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments National University MSW Site Agreement_.pdf (157 KB) Subject 17. Approval of an Agreement between Solution Tree, Inc. and the Kern High School District Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Agreement between Solution Tree, Inc. and the Kern High School District. This agreement is for two (2) Embedded Coaching days. The dates are for August 25-26, 2026. This agreement also includes twenty-four (24) PLC at Work Embedded Coaching days with Michael Maffoni. The coaching sessions are designed to develop the internal capacity for implementing and sustaining a PLC at Work, as well as to begin a focus on best practices in assessment and instruction. The coaching days may include sessions with principals or district staff, monitoring of team activities, coaching for teacher teams on necessary areas of growth, and/or other meetings with staff at district sites. These sessions will be customized to support the identified challenge areas within the school and further develop teacher strength areas. Topics may include, but are not limited to: • PLC at Work • Creating a Collaborative Culture • SMART Goals • Creating Essential Learning Targets • Common Formative Assessments • Data Analysis • Pyramid of Interventions/Response to Intervention • Mathematics • Literacy • School Culture Funding Source: Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP 1.12) A copy of the Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Solution Tree_001.pdf (219 KB) Subject 18. Approval of a Subscription Agreement between McGraw Hill (Actively Learn) and Kern High School District/North High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Subscription Agreement between McGraw Hill (Actively Learn) and Kern High School District for a one (1) year term. Actively Learn is a digital curriculum platform for grades 3-12 that is designed to drive deeper learning science, social studies, and ELA. This program empowers educators and elevates student engagement by combining standards-aligned content, powerful customization, and collaboration tools to inspire deeper learning. The term of the Subscription Agreement shall be for one (1) year with a total cost of $20,747.50. Funding Source: Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the Subscription Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments McGraw Hill Actively Learn Renewal- North HS.pdf (130 KB) Subject 19. Approval of Subscription Agreement between McGraw Hill (ALEKS Math) and Kern High School District/Kern Valley High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Subscription Agreement between McGraw Hill (ALEKS Math) and 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 term of the Subscription Agreement shall be for one (1) year with a total cost of $13,914.50. Funding Source: Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the Subscription Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments McGraw Hill ALEKS Math- Kern Valley HS.pdf (314 KB) Subject 20. Approval of License and Service Agreement between Fresno County Superintendent of Schools (Cyber High) and Kern High School District/Arvin High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 and Service Agreement between Fresno County Superintendent of Schools (Cyber High) and Kern High School District/Arvin High School for the 2026-2027 School Year. Cyber High is a program that helps students with credit recovery. The term of this Agreement shall be from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with a total cost of $29,310.00. Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the invoice for the License and Service Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Fresno County SOS UUP 26 - 27- Arvin HS.pdf (98 KB) Subject 21. Approval of Subscription Quote with Beanstack (Zoobean) and Kern High School District/South High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Subscription Quote with Beanstack (Zoobean) and Kern High School District/South High School to promote literacy on campus for the 2026-2027 school year. Beanstack is a program that sets collective and individual reading goals to keep readers on track and spark motivation with friendly competitions and active reading strategies that turn reading into long-term engagement. This program provides meaningful rewards and recognition to celebrate student progress. The term of this Subscription Quote shall be August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027 with a total cost of $1,338.00. Funding Source: Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 1.061 Third Party Intervention A copy of the Subscription Quote is attached as Public Content. File Attachments Beanstack (Zoobean) 2026-2027 - South HS.pdf (135 KB) Subject 22. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between Salvador Flores and Kern High School District/ South High School Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Short Term Consultant Agreement between Salvador Flores and Kern High School District/South High School for Mariachi Instruction for a one-year period beginning August 12, 2026 - May 28, 2027. The consultant will provide Mariachi instruction in trumpet and violin to the Advance Mariachi students of South High School and will also attend field trips and performances along with the South High School music instructor. The music instruction will be provided after school, two days a week for 2.5 hours per day and to be paid quarterly at the end of October, December, March and May depending on date of services and not to exceed for the year $10,000.00. Funding Source: Categorical Funding A copy of the Short Term Consultant Agreement is attached as Public Content. File Attachments STCA Salador Flores SHS_001.pdf (399 KB) Subject 23. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement with Youth 2 Leaders Education Foundation (Y2EF) in partnership with Migrant Education Program, Region V and the Kern High School District Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Consulting Agreement with Youth 2 Leaders Education Foundation (Y2EF) in partnership with Migrant Education Program, Region V and the Kern High School District (KHSD) for the 2026-2027 school year. In partnership with the Migrant Education Program, Region V, Youth 2 Leaders Education Foundation is proposing the Y2LEF Success Program that will focus on providing motivational speakers, supplies, college visit (1), and nutritional snacks to Migrant students enrolled in the Kern High School District. The goal of the program is to enhance the participants' academic skills, enhancing their knowledge of post-secondary education with maximum participation. Y2LEF plays a critical role in the success of the KHSD Migrant Education Program (MEP). At each Migrant Saturday Academy (MSA), Y2LEF provided motivational speakers, college speakers, and local experts on successfully navigating the college application and financial aid process, school supplies, nutritional snacks, (breakfast and snacks at break), lunch, motivational items for daily raffles in the MSA classrooms. The program will begin in September of 2026 and conclude May of 2027. Program Information: DATES : September 2026- May 2027 TIMES : Saturdays/Weekends LOCATION : Kern High School District Funding Source: Migrant A copy of the Short Term Consultant Agreement is attached as Public Content File Attachments STCA Y2EF_001.pdf (362 KB) Subject 24. Approval of a Short Term Consultant Agreement between DEVELACORP/Rocio Magallanes and the Kern High School District Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Psychologist Rocio Magallanes as consultant in school year 2026-2027 to present the following programs to Kern High school families: Two-hour in-person OR virtual parent engagement workshops(morning) at 3 school sites $3,000 (9/29/26, 10/1/26) Two-hour in-person OR virtual parent engagement workshops(am or pm) at 3 school sites $3,000 (10/20-22/2026) Two-hour in-person OR virtual parent engagement workshops(evening) at 3 school sites $3,000 (1/19-21/2027) Two-hour in-person OR virtual parent engagement workshops(evening) at 3 school sites $3,000 (2/23-25-2027) Coaching program (4 days) virtual 8:00am to 9:00pm virtual (34 families) on Dec. 1-4, 2026 - $3,000 Coaching program (4 days) virtual 8:00am to 9:00pm virtual (34 families) on Mar. 8-11, 2027 - $3,000 Coaching program (4 days) virtual 8:00am to 9:00pm virtual (34 families) on May 17-20, 2027 - $3,000 Funding Source: Local Control Accountability Plan 04.103 A copy of the STCA will be attached for Public Content File Attachments STCA DEVELACORP M. Magal_001.pdf (414 KB) Subject 25. Approval of an Agreement between Ramon Audelo and the Kern High School District Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - 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 Agreement between Ramon Audelo and the Kern High School District to provide documentation and billing training for Kern High School District Social Workers and Mental Health Clinicians. Consultant will provide a two to four hour documentation and billing training for Kern High School District School Social Workers and Mental Health Clinicians. The training will focus on documentation standards that support medical/academic necessity, accurate billing, and compliance with applicable program requirements. Topics will include establishing the "golden thread" from assessment and identified need through treatment planning, service delivery, progress documentation, client functioning, and billing. Training will also address writing clear and clinically appropriate progress notes, connecting interventions to the student's identified needs and academic functional impairment, documenting progress or continued need for services, selecting appropriate service, and avoiding common documentation and billing errors. Consultant will provide practical examples and guidance applicable to school-based mental health services. Contract amount of $3,000 Funding Source: Capacity Grant A Copy of the Agreement will be attached as Public Content File Attachments STCA Ramo Audelo_001.pdf (379 KB) Subject 26. Approval of a Service Site Placement Agreement between Kern County Superintendent of Schools/Kern Community Mentoring AmeriCorps Program and the Kern High School District Meeting Aug 3, 2026 - FINAL AGENDA -- Meeting of the Kern High School District Board of Trustees Categ