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Regular Board Meeting
Natomas USD
September 25, 2019 5:30PM
EDUCATION CENTER - BOARD ROOM 1901 Arena Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95834 Closed Session: 5:30 p.m. Open Session: 6:30 p.m.

I. OPEN SESSION
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/Release Confidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
V.b. Superintendent's EvaluationConfidential agenda item.
V.c. Conference With Labor Negotiator - District Representative: President Susan Heredia, Unrepresented Employee: Superintendent Chris EvansConfidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Susan Heredia, Board President
V.d. Government Code Section 54962: Stipulated Expulsion No. 2019-2020 A Confidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - Office of the Chief Academic Officer
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. 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. In alignment with BB 9322, the item shall be removed and given individual consideration for action as a regular agenda item.
XII.a. Approve the Consent Calendar
XII.b. Approve the Personnel Items
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Rationale:

Administrative Resignation: Joel Rabin, Associate Superintendent, Effective: November 13, 2019

District Intern Teacher: Erin Pressley, Intern Teacher (6th Grade), American Lakes School, Effective: August 5, 2019

Certificated New Hire: Ana Santana, Teacher, Inderkum High School, Effective: September 3, 2019

Classified Promotions: Opal Cain, Student Assistant, 7.0 hours, Natomas High School to Instructional Assistant II, 6.5 hours, Natomas High School, Effective: September 3, 2019; Megan Reese, Administrative Secretary, 8.0 hours, Service Center to Administrative Assistant, 8.0 hours, Service Center, Effective: September 9, 2019; Kizzie Robertson, Food Services Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Inderkum High School to Campus Safety Specialist II, 8.0 hours, Inderkum High School, Effective: September 16, 2019

Classified New Hires: Barbara Wilson, Bus Driver, 6.25 hours, Transportation Department, Effective: August 27, 2019; Madison Stephens, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: August 28, 2019; Genoveva Stercl, Playground Assistant, 2.0 hours, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Effective: September 5, 2019; Ashell Harris, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Effective: September 5, 2019; Sheng Vue, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Two Rivers Elementary, Effective: September 5, 2019; Ariana Hernandez, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Jefferson School, Effective: September 9, 2019 

Classified Transfers: Ferdinand Buss, Custodian, 8.0 hours, Natomas MIddle School and Two Rivers Elementary School to Custodian, 8.0 hours, Education Center and Service Center, Effective: September 17, 2019; Jesus Torres, Custodial Team Leader II, 8.0 hours, Bannon Creek School to Custodial Team Leader II, 8.0 hours, Leroy Greene Academy, Effective: September 23, 2019 

Classified Resignation: Dawn Vietti, Playground Assistant, 2.0 hours, Paso Verde School, Effective: September 5, 2019 

Classified Substitute New Hires: Pritiashna Kumar, Effective: July 25, 2019; Gabriel Gonzalez, Effective: July 25, 2019; Nalika Wijesiriwardane, Effective: July 30, 2019; David Hills, Effective: August 2, 2019; Angelica Johnson, Effective: August 5, 2019; Grace Lattuada, Effective: August 6, 2019; Nadine Gallegos, Effective: August 8, 2019, Siria Stevenson, Effective: August 8, 2019; Ivonne Garica Lopez, Effective: August 8, 2019; Djne Reed, Effective: August 12, 2019;l Maniza Butt, Effective: August 15, 2019, Nancy Tidwell, Effective: August 15, 2019, Nileshni Devi, Effective: August 15, 2019; Amrapali Kate, Effective: August 19, 2019; Sandra Aragon, Effective: August 19, 2019; Sergio Alejandro Villegas Nunez, Effective: August 19, 2019; Ting H. Kuo, Effective: August 20, 2019; Wendy Brown, Effective: August 30, 2019; Alma Rosales, Effective: August 30, 2019; Kim Anh Le, Effective: August 30, 2019; Gwen Cormier, Effective: September 6, 2019; Jon Schwieger, Effective: September 12, 2019

Certificated Substitute New Hires: Daniel Orr Gutierriez, Effective: July 25, 2019; Jodie Thayer, Effective: July 25, 2019; Zara Heffner, Effective: July 31, 2019; David Hills, Effective: August 2, 2019; Jaida Van Dunk, Effective: August 5, 2019; Shawna Fadden, Effective: August 6, 2019; Carla Robertson, Effective: August 6, 2019; Kip Randall, Effective: August 6, 2019; Alexis Glubka, Effective: August 8, 2019; Miguel Garibay, Effective: August 9, 2019; Christina Arcos, Effective: August 9, 2019; Amy Horning, Effective: August 9, 2019; Maryanne Fenstermaker, Effective: August 15, 2019; Hannah Smith, Effective: August 15, 2019; Alyssa Mae Caalim, Effective: August 19, 2019; Sara Gullett, Effective: August 19, 2019; Adam Moshofsky, Effective: August 20, 2019; Regina Edwards, Effective: August 22, 2019; Elisa Rancano, Effective: August 26, 2019; Camilo Rodriguez, August 30, 2019; Leanne Carter, Effective: August 30, 2019; Brandon Howland, Effective: August 3, 2019; Absalom Silafau, Effective: September 12, 2019; Karrie Bundsen, Effective: September 12, 2019

Classified Substitute Resignations: Jeannie Maxwell, Effective: July 24, 2019; Bernadette Hernandez, Effective: July 31, 2019: Rondale Holloway, Effective: August 7, 2019; Deanna Clark, Effective: August 8, 2019; Richard Serna, Effective: August 21, 2019; Michele Kelly, Effective: September 5, 2019; Rebecca Carlson, Effective: September 9, 2019

Certificated Substitute Resignations: Jeremy Johnson, Effective: July 25, 2019; Julie Cunningham, Effective: July 25, 2019; Kurtis Smith, Effective: August 5, 2019; Anthony Cochrane, Effective: August 6, 2019; Caitlin Chavez, Effective: August 15, 2019; CIndy Friday-Beeman, Effective: August 21, 2019; Sandy Fakhreddine, Effective: August 23, 2019; Jason Holt, Effective: August 30, 2019; Christopher Olvera, Effective: September 3, 2019; Jon Estes, Effective: August 21, 2019; Drew Williams, Effective: September 6, 2019; Anum Mir, Effective: September 9, 2019
 
XII.c. Approve the August 28, 2019 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Speaker:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the August 28, 2019 Regular Board Meeting minutes.
XII.d. Approve The Business Sponsorship Banner at Natomas High School and Inderkum High School
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a business sponsorship banner to be displayed at Natomas High School and Inderkum High School.
Rationale:
An Alumni of Natomas High School who has dental offices in neighboring cities and will be opening a location in Natomas, would like to provide a sponsorship through the addition of a business banner to both Natomas High and Inderkum High to be hung at both football stadiums during football season.

Per Board Policy 3290(b), the Board may enter into an agreement or arrangement with an outside entity for the sponsorship of an educational, athletic, or other program or activity. The Board shall ensure that the district’s relationship and arrangement with the sponsor are consistent with the district’s mission, values, and goals. 

This type of item is not brought forward on a consistent basis because this is generally done by a school’s booster club per Board Policy 1230 (a) School-Connected Organizations. This instance is different since the sponsorship will not be at an individual school site, but rather at two separate high schools.
 
Attachments:
Banner Proof
XII.e. Approve Change Order No. 5 with BRCO Constructors, Inc. for the Sitework of the Natomas High School Building and Construction Trades Building
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Change Order No. 5 with BRCO Constructors, Inc. for sitework of the NHS Building and Construction Trades building.
Rationale:
Change Order No. 5 added two items to the contract with BRCO Constructors, Inc. Change Order No. 5 is in the amount of Eleven Thousand Nine Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($11,915.66). With the addition of Change Order No. 5, the full contract value is One Million One Hundred Nine Thousand Three Hundred Eighty One Dollars and Six Cents ($1,109,381.06).
 
Attachments:
CO No.5 NHS CTE Sitework
XII.f. Approve Notice of Completion for the Sitework of the Building and Construction Trades Modular Building at Natomas High School
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 sitework of the Building and Construction Trades Modular Building at Natomas High School.
Rationale:
On November 14, 2018 an agreement with BRCO Constructors, Inc. was approved in the amount of One Million Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($1,015,000.00). The contract included a Sixty Thousand Dollar ($60,000.00) owner controlled allowance. The allowance was used and five Change Orders were approved in the amount of Ninety-Four Thousand Three Hundred Eight One Dollars and Six Cents ($94,381.06). The final contract value is One Million One Hundred Nine Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-One Dollars and Six Cents ($1,109,381.06). 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 NHS Sitework
XII.g. Approve MOU between American River College and NUSD for Dual Enrollment Auto Mechanics Class
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the 2019-2020 MOU with American River College (ARC) to provide dual enrollment for an auto mechanics class at Natomas High School.
Rationale:
This is an excellent opportunity for NUSD students to earn dual enrollment credit through American River College. During the time that our teacher uses the ARC curriculum under the agreement, ARC will pay for his time and there are no costs to NUSD except curriculum materials (which would replace current materials). Attached please find a copy of the MOU and Course Agreement.
 
Attachments:
NUSD ARC Dual Enrollment Course Agreement
NUSD ARC Dual Enrollment Instructional Services Agreement
NUSD ARC Dual Enrollment MOU
XII.h. Approve the Request for an Out-of-State Field Trip for Students from Natomas Middle School to travel to Washington D.C. and New York
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a request for an out-of-state field trip for students from Natomas Middle School to travel to Washington D.C. and New York.
Rationale:
Natomas Middle School is requesting approval for a seven day out-of-state trip to Washington D.C. and New York taking place on June 1- June 7, 2020. In Washington D.C. students will explore museums and memorials, along with the U.S. Congress, The White House, the Library of Congress and the Supreme Court. In New York, students will visit the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and other city landmarks. The trip is intended to give students a cultural experience while seeing and learning about our history and government. Approximately 14 students will participate in this trip as well as Natomas Middle School staff and approved chaperones.
 
Attachments:
Out-of-State Field Trip- Natomas Field Trip
XII.i. Approve Stipulated Expulsion No. 2019-2020 A
Speaker:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - Office of the Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Shea Borges, Executive Director – Office of the Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2019-2020 A.
Rationale:
Student No. 2019-2020 A violated the following Education Codes: 48915(a)(1)(A), 48900.4, 48900(a)(1), 48900(a)(2), 48900(i) and 48900(k).
 
XIII. PUBLIC HEARING
XIII.a. Sufficiency of TK-12 Textbooks and Instructional Materials
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to hold a Public Hearing on the sufficiency of textbooks and instructional materials for 2019-20.
Rationale:
The Office of the Chief Academic Officer will provide information regarding the sufficiency of TK-12 textbooks and instructional materials for 2019-20, Natomas community members and Natomas Unified School Districts employees will be able to give input regarding the sufficiency of TK-12 textbooks and instructional materials for the 2019-20 school year prior to a recommendation of action on Resolution No. 19-29.
 
XIV. 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.
XIV.a. Approve Second Amendment to Employment Agreement with Superintendent Chris Evans
Speaker:
Susan Heredia, Board President
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Susan Heredia, Board President
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the second amendment to the employment agreement with Superintendent Chris Evans.
Rationale:
Approve a second amendment to the Superintendent's employment agreement.
 
XIV.b. Approve Resolution No. 19-28, Approving Renewal of the Westlake Charter School Charter
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Approve Resolution No. 19-28, approving the renewal of the Charter granted to Westlake Charter School (WCS) for a five-year term commencing July 1, 2020.
Rationale:
A Public Hearing was held on September 11, 2019 regarding the attached petition to renew the WCS Charter.
 
Attachments:
Resolution re Renewal of the Charter granted to Westlake Charter School
XIV.c. Approve Resolution No. 19-29, Regarding the Sufficiency of the TK-12 Textbooks and Instructional Materials
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 19-29 regarding the Sufficiency of TK-12 Textbooks and Instructional Materials.
Rationale:
A public hearing was held to provide an opportunity to comment on the sufficiency of textbooks and instructional materials for each TK-12 student.

In grades TK-6, sufficiency of materials includes the following content areas: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History/Social Science and Foreign Language. In Grades 7-8, sufficiency of materials includes the following content areas: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History/Social Science, Foreign Language, and Health. In Grades 9-12, sufficiency of materials includes the following content areas: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History/Social Science, Foreign Language, Health, and Science Lab equipment.

The term "sufficient textbooks" has been defined in California Education Code 60119 as each student, including English Learners, has standards aligned textbooks or instructional materials or both to use in class and to take home; this does not require two sets of materials. These textbooks and instructional materials must be consistent with the content cycles of curriculum frameworks adopted by the State Board of Education.

This resolution attests that the District has fulfilled all prescriptions required by Education Code 60119. With approval of this resolution, the District will be eligible to receive any funds appropriated in the annual Budget Act.
 
Attachments:
Textbook and Instructional Materials Resolution 19-29
XV. PRESENTATION
XV.a. Enrollment Protocols and Practices
Speaker:
Joel Rabin, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Joel Rabin, Associate Superintendent
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to receive a presentation regarding Natomas Unified School District enrollment procedures and provide recommendations for modifying those procedures for the 2020-21 school year.
Rationale:
Current enrollment procedures need to be updated in order to provide best quality service to our schools, staff, and families.
 
XVI. STUDY SESSION
XVI.a. Student Expulsion Protocols and Procedures
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to receive information regarding the regulations of the expulsion process, including timelines, due process procedures, and consideration in expelling a student.
Rationale:
This study session will provide an opportunity to reinforce Trustees understanding regarding the Education Code that governs when it is appropriate to use expulsion as a means of correction and how the expulsion process not only protects the student's rights, but is a requirement to ensure the safety of other students' learning environment.
 
XVII. ADJOURNMENT

Published: September 20, 2019, 3:58 PM

The resubmit was successful.