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Regular Board Meeting
Natomas USD
February 27, 2019 5:00PM
EDUCATION CENTER - BOARD ROOM 1901 Arena Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95834 Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 7:30 p.m.

I. OPEN SESSION
Quick Summary / Abstract:
NOTE: Open Session of Board Meetings are video recorded and available for viewing on the District's website at https://natomasunified.org/board-of-trustees/videos/. Those in attendance should expect that the recordings will capture all activity and discussions before, during, and after meetings.
II. ROLL CALL
III. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION
IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: The Board of Trustees welcomes the public's participation at Board Meetings and has devoted time in the meeting for that purpose. The Board requests that you fill out a Public Comment card and turn it in to the Superintendent's Assistant. Your name will be called under the appropriate agenda item or Public Comment section of the agenda. Presentations from the public are limited to two (2) minutes regarding any item that is within the Board's subject matter jurisdiction. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. Please note that Government Code Section 54954.2(a) limits the ability of Board Members to respond to public comments. In addition, the Board may not take action on any item which is not on this agenda except as authorized by Government Code 54954.2. 
V. CLOSED SESSION
Quick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: There are a number of exceptions to the requirement that the public business is done in public. The Legislature has articulated these exceptions because of public necessity for confidentiality or because an open disclosure would violate the privacy rights of an employee or a pupil.  
V.a. Government Code Section 54957 - Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/ReleaseConfidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
V.b. Conference with Labor Negotiator-District Representative: Angela Herrera, Employee Organization: Natomas Teachers AssociationConfidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
V.c. Government Code Section 54962: Stipulated Expulsion No. 2018-2019 KConfidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
V.d. Government Code Section 54962: Stipulated Expulsion No. 2018-2019 L Confidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
V.e. Government Code Section 54962: Stipulated Expulsion No. 2018-2019 M Confidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
V.f. Government Code Section 54962: Stipulated Expulsion No. 2018-2019 N Confidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
V.g. Superintendent's Mid-Year Self Evaluation
VI. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION
VII. ROLL CALL/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
IX. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
X. COMMUNICATIONS
X.a. Student Board Member
X.b. Board Members
X.c. Superintendent's Report
XI. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: The Board of Trustees welcomes the public's participation at Board Meetings and has devoted time in the meeting for that purpose. The Board requests that you fill out a Public Comment card and turn it in to the Superintendent's Assistant. Your name will be called under the appropriate agenda item or Public Comment section of the agenda. Presentations from the public are limited to two (2) minutes regarding any item that is within the Board's subject matter jurisdiction. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. Please note that Government Code Section 54954.2(a) limits the ability of Board Members to respond to public comments. In addition, the Board may not take action on any item which is not on this agenda except as authorized by Government Code 54954.2.
XII. PRESENTATIONS
XII.a. California School Dashboard - Elementary/K-8 Schools
Speaker:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Rationale:
The Board will be asked to receive a presentation from principals regarding elementary/K-8 school performance and progress levels from the California School Dashboard.
 
XII.b. Strengthening Our South Natomas Schools: K-8 Update
Speaker:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to receive information on strengthening our schools in south Natomas: K-8 update.
Rationale:
Staff previously shared information regarding a plan to expand American Lakes, Bannon Creek and Jefferson from K-5 schools to K-8 schools. Tonight's presentation will look at the progress that has been made with program planning for each site and the facilities planning to accommodate the K-8 conversion.
 
XIII. CONSENT ITEMS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: Generally, routine items are approved by one motion without discussion. The Superintendent or Board member may request that an item be pulled from the Consent Agenda and voted on separately.
XIII.a. Approve the Consent Calendar
XIII.b. Approve the Personnel Items
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Rationale:

Administrative New Hire: Jaime Thomas, Middle School Assistant Principal, Effective: February 7, 2019

Certificated Leave of Absence Approvals: Megan Louis, Psychologist, 0.25 FTE, Effective: August 1, 2019; Therese Collentine, Teacher, 1.0 FTE, Effective: August 1, 2019

Certificated Resignations: John Villani, Teacher, Leroy Greene Academy, Effective: May 24, 2019; Adrianna Homen, Teacher, Paso Verde School, Effective: May 24, 2019; Melissa Stiles, Teacher, Inderkum High School, Effective: May 24, 2019; Cheyenne Lyon, Teacher, Jefferson School, Effective: May 24, 2019

Classified New Hires: Michelle Padley, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Effective January 28, 2019; Esmeralda Romo, Food Service Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Natomas Middle School/H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: January 30, 2019; Evelina Pilipchuk, Library Media Technician II, 8.0 hours, Inderkum High School, February 14, 2019; Erica Guzman, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Two Rivers Elementary School, Effective: January 30, 2019; Monique Boone, Instructional Assistant II, 4.0 hours, American Lakes School, Effective: February 6, 2019; Monica Yaghoub-Leeper, Playground Assistant, 2.0 hours, Two Rivers Elementary School, Effective: February 8, 2019; Sarah Gordon, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, American Lakes School, Effective: February 12, 2019; Lindsey Blair, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Natomas Park Elementary School, Effective: February 8, 2019; Maria Capiral, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Effective: February 8, 2019; Dawn Vietti, Playground Assistant, 2.0 hours, Paso Verde School, Effective: February 12, 2019; Maria Valencia Hernandez, 3.5 hours, Heron School, Effective: February 12, 2019; Natalie Velasco, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, American Lakes School, Effective: February 14, 2019; Namrata Bassi, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Heron School, Effective: February 13, 2019; Sergio Villegas, Custodian, 8.0 hours, American Lakes School and Bannon Creek School, Effective: February 14, 2019

Classified Increase in Hours: Nicole Franklin, Instructional Assistant II, 4.0 hours to 6.0 hours, American Lakes School, Effective: February 19, 2019

Classified Transfers: Christel Hawarneh, Instructional Assistant II, Witter Ranch Elementary School, 6.0 hours to Heron School, 6.0 hours, Effective: February 11, 2019; Stepan Sonnik, Grounds Specialist III, Maintenance & Operations, 8.0 hours to Leroy Greene Academy, 8.0 hours, Effective: February 12, 2019; Bhaviniben Khalasi, Custodial Team Leader II, Natomas Park Elementary, 8.0 hours to Custodian, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep High School, 8.0 hours, Effective: February 21, 2019

Classified Resignations: Diana Iuras, Instructional Assistant II, 7.0 hours, Special Education, Effective: February 12, 2019; Sara Bohanan, Playground Assistant, 2.58 hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: January 29, 2019; Kiara Cummins, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Heron School, Effective: February 15, 2019

Classified Termination: Employee No. 1382, Effective: January 30, 2019

Classified Substitute New Hires: Saba Nazir, Effective: January 30, 2019; Alexandra Hernandez, Effective: January 31, 2019; Brandon Kennedy, Effective: January 31, 2019; Rasamee Sanchez, Effective: January 31, 2019; Renee Hearne, Effective: January 31, 2019; Linzee Banks,Effective: February 7, 2019; Danielle McCarthy, Effective: February 7, 2019; Sandra Stiebler, Effective: February 8, 2019; Michelle Cooksey, Effective: February 8, 2019; Brianna Campos, Effective: February 8, 2019; Tenisha Mitchell, Effective: February 8, 2019; Ivanna Manalo, Effective: February 14, 2019, Rebeca Carlson, Effective: February 14, 2019; Emily Hernandez, Effective: February 14, 2019; Jennifer Faught, Effective; February 14, 2019

Certificated Substitute Hires: Christie Frields, Effective: January 28, 2019; Clarizza Palma, Effective: February 1, 2019; Joel Lumsden, Effective: February 6, 2019; Jack Eden, Effective: February 7, 2019; Mackenzie Domingues, Effective: February 8, 2019; Kelly Masterson, Effective: February 8, 2019; Fred Kelley, Effective: February 13, 2019; David Wasley, Effective: February 14, 2019

Classified Substitute Resignations: Tracy Webb, Effective, February 1, 2019; Robina Hayat, Effective: January 30, 2019; Ronnie Brown, Effective: February 14, 2019

Certificated Substitute Resignations: Dina Starodub, Effective: January 31, 2019; Maria Frederick, Effective: January 31, 2019; Sam Brayton, Effective: February 1, 2019
 
XIII.c. Approve the Parent and Family Engagement Site Policies for Jefferson, Natomas High and Natomas Middle
Speaker:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Parent and Family Engagement Site Policies for Jefferson, Natomas High and Natomas Middle.
Rationale:
Per the Federal Program Monitoring (FPM) resolution process for Compensatory Education three Title I schools that were reviewed during the FPM visit must provide evidence that reflects the Parent and Family Engagement Site Policy created by the site stakeholders was reviewed and approved by the Board.

Each school served under this part shall jointly develop with, and distribute to, parents and family members of participating children a written parent and family engagement policy, agreed on by such parents, that shall describe the means for carrying out the requirements of this section. Parents shall be notified of the policy in an understandable and uniform format and, to the extent practicable, provided in a language the parents can understand. Such policy shall be made available to the local community and updated periodically to meet the changing needs of parents and the school.
 
Attachments:
School Parent and Family Engagement Site Policy - JFS
School Parent and Family Engagement Site Policy - NHS
School Parent and Family Engagement Site Policy - NMS
XIII.d. Approve Change Order No. 3 with XL Construction for Jefferson Modernization Project
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Change Order No. 3 with XL Construction for the Jefferson Modernization project.
Rationale:
Change Order No. 3 added forty-six items to the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) with XL Construction. Change Order No. 3 includes credited amounts for any unused allowances and is in the amount of One Hundred Seventy Thousand Five Hundred Sixty Dollars and Thirteen Cents ($170,560.13). With the addition of Change Order No. 3, the full GMP value is Eight Million Seven Hundred Ninety Eight Thousand Seven Dollars and Ninety One Cents ($8,798,007.91).
 
Attachments:
Change Order No. 3 Jeff Mod
XIII.e. Approve Notice of Completion for Jefferson Modernization Project
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for the Jefferson Modernization project.
Rationale:
On December 13, 2017 the Board approved Site and Facilities Leases with XL Construction for modernization work at Jefferson School. On May 3, 2018, the Guaranteed Maximum Price was approved in the amount of Eight Million One Hundred Fifty-Two Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Four Dollars ($8,152,244.00). Three change orders were approved and the final contract price is Eight Million Seven Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand Seven Dollars and Ninety-One Cents ($8,798,007.91). In order to close out the contract and contract payments, a Notice of Completion must be approved for this project. As required to begin the lien period, the Notice of Completion will be filed with the County of Sacramento post Board approval.
 
Attachments:
NOC Jeff Mod
XIII.f. Approve Stipulated Expulsion No. 2018-2019 K
Speaker:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2018-2019 K.
Rationale:
Student No. 2018-2019 K violated the following Education Codes: 48915(c3), 48900(d) and 48900(k).
 
XIII.g. Approve Stipulated Expulsion No. 2018-2019 L
Speaker:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2018-2019 L.
Rationale:
Student No. 2018-2019 L violated the following Education Codes: 48900.7, 48900(a)(1) and 48900(k).
 
XIII.h. Approve Stipulated Expulsion No. 2018-2019 M
Speaker:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2018-2019 M.
Rationale:
Student No. 2018-2019 M violated the following Education Code: 48915(a)(1)(B).
 
XIII.i. Approve Stipulated Expulsion No. 2018-2019 N
Speaker:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2018-2019 N.
Rationale:
Student No. 2018-2019 N violated the following Education Codes: 48900.4, 48900(o), 48900(a)(1) and 48900(k).
 
XIV. PUBLIC HEARING
XIV.a. Present the District's Initial Contract Proposal for Negotiations with the Natomas Teachers Association (NTA) for the 2019-20 School Year
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to hold a Public Hearing regarding the District's Initial Contract Proposal for negotiations with the Natomas Teachers Association (NTA) for the 2019-20 school year.
Rationale:
The District's initial contract proposal will be available at the Board Meeting.
 
XV. ACTION ITEMS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: Formal action is required on each item which frequently includes discussion prior to the motion. Time is given for public comments.
XV.a. Approve the District's Initial Contract Proposal for Negotiations with the Natomas Teachers Association (NTA) for the 2019-20 School Year
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the District's Initial Contract Proposal for negotiations with the Natomas Teachers Association (NTA) for the 2019-20 school year as presented during the Public Hearing.
Rationale:
The District's initial contract proposal will be available at the Board Meeting.
 
XV.b. Present and Approve 2019-2020 Enrollment Projections and Staffing
Speaker:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to receive information and approve projections and staffing allocations for 2019-2020.
XV.c. Approve the Nurse and Career and Technical Education Teacher Job Descriptions
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Nurse and Career and Technical Education Teacher job descriptions.
Rationale:
Nurses will plan, direct, supervise and coordinate the activities of the Health Services Department, including the first aid program and the school health program. The Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teacher will plan, prepare and implement lesson plans and activities for assigned CTE program and classes to prepare students for entry-level, advanced training, or career advancement following adopted CTE and industry standards. The Natomas Teachers Association has reviewed and approved the Nurse and Career and Technical Education Teacher descriptions, which are attached.
 
Attachments:
Career and Technical Education Job Description
Nurse Job Description
XV.d. Select and Vote for up to Five Candidates to Serve as a Representative to the CSBA Delegate Assembly
Speaker:
Board of Trustees
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Board of Trustees
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to select and vote for up to five candidates to serve a two year term as a representative to the CSBA Delegate Assembly.
Rationale:
Attached is a Memo from CSBA President, Emma Turner, a copy of the ballot for Subregion 6-B, a list of current Delegates in Subregion 6-B and the candidates biographical sketch forms.
 
Attachments:
CSBA Delegate Assembly Election 2019
XVI. ADJOURNMENT

Published: February 22, 2019, 4:00 PM

The resubmit was successful.