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Regular Board Meeting
Natomas USD
September 26, 2018 6:00PM
EDUCATION CENTER - BOARD ROOM 1901 Arena Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95834 Closed Session: 6:00 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. Conference with Legal Counsel regarding Potential Litigation – One CaseConfidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
V.b. Conference with Labor Negotiator-District Representative: Angela Herrera, Employee Organization: California School Employees AssociationConfidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources
V.c. Government Code Section 54957: Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/ReleaseConfidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources
V.d. Superintendent's EvaluationConfidential agenda item.
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. WORKSHOP
XII.a. Phase Three of the Long-Term Technology Plan
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Joel Rabin, Assistant Superintendent - Research and Data Barbara Schiffner, Director - Information Technology
Rationale:
The workshop will share feedback from teacher surveys, engage the Board in activities to learn about instructional technology, and present a multi-year framework and associated costs of $1.2 million for continuing the expansion of 21st-century technology.
 
XIII. PRESENTATION
XIII.a. Facilities Update
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
XIV. 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.
XIV.a. Approve the Consent Calendar
XIV.b. Approve the August 22, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
XIV.c. Approve the Personnel Items
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources
Rationale:
Administrative Resignation: Monique Luke, Middle School Assistant Principal, Effective: September 21, 2018

Administrative Promotion: Amreek Singh, from Director to Executive Director, Effective: September 24, 2018

Classified Management Promotion: Barbara Schiffner, from Director to Executive Director, Effective: September 24, 2018

Certificated Increases: Kim Taxara,Teacher, Natomas High School, .20 FTE, Effective August 8, 2018; John Bolden, Teacher, Natomas High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Kevin Mallane, Teacher, Natomas High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; John Slevin, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Nicholas Vaccaro, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Zhen Abutin, Teacher, Natomas Middle School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Jesse Hutchison, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Rafael Gomez, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Jerry Reinhart, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Rachel Rodriguez,Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Karen Taylor, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Richard Weaver, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Justin Wells, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Tristan Bernie, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Kathleen Carley, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Mary Catanzarite, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Zachary Cuda, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Shawn Hines, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Claire Fraga, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018; Renald Edwards, Teacher, Inderkum High School, .20 FTE, Effective: August 8, 2018

Certificated New Hires: Lisa Ochieng, Teacher, Natomas Gateways Middle School, Effective: August 2, 2018 (Site Correction); Shanna Dickenson, Teacher, Natomas Middle School, Effective: August 27, 2018; Margaret London, Registered Nurse, Effective: September 14, 2018; Cindy Friday Beenman, Teacher, American Lakes School, Effective: August 23, 2018; Harneet Takhar, Teacher, American Lakes School, Effective: August 23, 2018; Sonja Gilmer, Teacher, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: August 8, 2018; Jonathan Catolico, Teacher, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: August 7, 2018; Todd Clinton, Teacher, American Lakes School, Effective: September 1, 2018

Certificated Resignations: Carlos Guzman, Teacher, Natomas High School, Effective: August 31, 2018; Dante Bush, Teacher, Natomas High School, Effective: August, 2018; Claudia Lord, Teacher, Jefferson School, Effective: September 21, 2018

Classified Hour Increase: Sarbdip Thandi, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours to 6.0 hours, Paso Verde School, Effective: August 8, 2018

Classified Promotions: Dawn Mize, Student Information/Database Analyst, 8.0 hours to Research and Data Analyst III, 8.0 hours, Effective: August 1, 2018; Carolyn Spahr, Testing Coordinator, 8.0 hours to Research and Data Analyst I, 8.0 hours, Effective: August 1, 2018; Brian Heinz, Food Service Assistant I, 3.5 hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary School to Warehouse Specialist I, 3.5 hours, Nutrition Services, Effective: August 16, 2018; Char Her, Bus Driver 6.0 hours to Trip Coordinator/Bus Driver, 8.0 hours, Effective: August 27, 2018; Rosa Rijo, Administrative Secretary, 8.0 hours to Administrative Assistant, 8.0 hours, Effective: August 27, 2018; Alfonso Navarro, Grounds Specialist III, 8.0 hours to Grounds Team Leader, 8.0 hours, Effective: August 27, 2018; Ericka Chilcott, Bus Attendant, 4.0 hours to Bus Driver, 6.0 hours, Effective: August 31, 2018; Arturo Ballesteros, Custodian, 8.0 hours, Inderkum High School to Custodial Team Leader II, 8.0 hours, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Effective: August 29, 2018

Classified New Hires: Lindsey Johnson, Food Service Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Natomas Middle School, Effective: August 20, 2018; Linda Torres, Accounting and Budget Analyst, 8.0 hours, Effective: August 27, 2018; Julie Jensen, Payroll/Benefits Technician, 8.0 hours, Effective: September 4, 2018; Magan Kleinman, Administrative Assistant, 8.0 hours, Effective: September 17, 2018; Matthew Lieberman, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Bannon Creek School, Effective: August 14, 2018; Kathryn Lucas, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Heron School, Effective: August, 15, 2018; Elizabeth Gonzalez, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Heron School, Effective: August 15, 2018; Tanya Archie, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Heron School, Effective: August 15, 2018; Selam Fanta, Food Services Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Natomas Charter School, Effective: August 23, 2018; Corneliu Buduroi, Grounds Specialist III, 8.0 hours, Effective: September 14, 2018; Houston Myers, Food Services Assistant I, 3.5 hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: August 30, 2018; Justin Clarke, Grounds Specialist III, 8.0 hours, Leroy Greene Academy, Effective: August 29, 2018; Nuria Lacayo, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Effective: August 30, 2018; Autumn McCann, Campus Safety Specialist I, 6.5 hours, Jefferson School, Effective: September 4, 2018; Sanjay Dhillon, Health Services Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Jefferson School, Effective: September 4, 2018; Sara Bohanan, Playground Assistant, 2.58 hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: August 8, 2018; Seth Sanders, Custodian, 8.0 hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: September 4, 2018

Classified Transfers: Kathryn Lucas, Instructional Assistant 6.0 hours, Heron School to H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: August 24, 2018; Hema Bilimoria, Health Services Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Bannon Creek School to Paso Verde School, Effective: September 10, 2018

Classified Leave of Absence: Francisco Felguerez, Custodian, from September 24, 2018 to March 18, 2019

Classified Resignations: Ronaldo Cuenco, Food Service Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Nutrition Services, Effective: September 7, 2018; Haley Westlake, Instructional Assistant II, 6.83 hours, Natomas Middle School, Effective: September 21, 2018; Lindsey Johnson, Food Service Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Natomas Middle School, Effective: September 21, 2018; Matthew Lieberman, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Bannon Creek, Effective: August 14, 2018; Devon Jones, Student Assistant, 6.0 hours, Two Rivers Elementary, Effective: May 29, 2018; Ronald Staff, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Witter Ranch Elementary, Effective: August 30, 2018; Doris Villanueva, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Witter Ranch Elementary, Effective: August 24, 2018; Kim Schlahta-Corosu, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Two Rivers Elementary, Effective: September 28, 2018

Classified Retirement: Dwayne Bishop, Campus Safety Specialist II, Effective: September 20, 2018

Certificated Substitute New Hires: Choua Vang, Effective: August 23, 2018; Shuntaay Van Dyke, Effective: August 24, 2018; Daniel Qiu, Effective: August 30, 2018; Amberly Hsieh, Effective: August 30, 2018; Jessica Arguelles, Effective: August 30, 2018; Elenna Gardner, Effective: August 30, 2018; Ann Vallier, Effective: August 31, 2018; Pha Lo, Effective: August 31, 2018 David Melendez, Effective: September 6, 2018; William Phung, Effective: September 6, 2018; Deborah Wilson, Effective: September 6, 2018; Jeff Garrigues, Effective: September 7, 2018; Zachary Biaggi, Effective: September 11 ,2018; Rebecca Tran, Effective: September 11, 2018; Kevin Chorjel, Effective: September 13, 2078; Linda Williams, Effective: September 13, 2018; Brittanie Hedrick, Effective: September 13, 2018; Kathleen Stewart, Effective: September 13, 2018; Amberly Conanan, Effective: September 14, 2018; Hannah Fritz, Effective: September 14, 2018

Certificated Substitute Resignations: Mouang Saechao, Effective: September 7, 2018; Jean Ritchie, Effective: September 10, 2018; Brian Ridgway, Effective: September 12, 2018; Glen Dionne, Effective: September 12, 2018; Shuntaay Van Dyke, Effective: September 17, 2018 ; Susan Smart, Effective: September 17, 2018; Robert McFail, Effective: September 19, 2018 Classified Substitute New Hires: Kourtney Bryan, Effective: August 23, 2018; John Torres, Effective: August 23, 2018; Yvette Couvson, Effective: October 23, 2018; Sergio Weekley, Effective: August 30, 2018; Jeanie Maxwell, Effective: September 6, 2018; Nailah Murphy, Effective: September 6, 2018; Danielle Rodriguez, Effective: September 7, 2018; Margaret Morgan, Effective: September 7, 2018; Candelaria Ramirez, Effective: September 13, 2018; LaShauna Opp, Effective: September 13, 2018; Randeep Kour, Effective: September 13, 2018; Lindsey Blair, Effective: September 14, 2018; Timothy Davis III, Effective: September 14, 2018; Veronica Lara, Effective: September 17, 2018

Certificated Substitute Dismissal: Employee No. 5420, Effective: September 5, 2018 
 
XIV.d. Approve New Course Descriptions
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Rationale:
The Board is asked to approve new secondary school site courses. An in-depth description regarding each course is attached as part of this Board item. These courses may be offered at one or all secondary sites; however, course approval does not guarantee additional FTE or fund allocation. The following courses will be submitted to the Board for review and approval:

CTE

  • Visual Communications and Digital Portfolio
  • Culinary Arts I
  • Digital Photo
  • MultiCraft Core Curriculum: Building Scaled Structures
  • Construction Technology
  • Allied Health and Medical Wellness
  • Introduction to Public Safety
  • Law Enforcement I
  • Law Enforcement II
  • Fire Technology I
  • Fire Technology II

    • U.S. History

  • Race and Social Justice in U.S. History
    		•
     
    Attachments:
    Allied Health and Medical Wellness
    Construction Technology
    Culinary Arts I
    Digital Photo
    Fire Technology I
    Fire Technology II
    Introduction to Public Safety
    Law Enforcement I
    Law Enforcement II
    MultiCraft Core Curriculum Building Scaled Structures
    Race and Social Justice in U.S. History
    Visual Communications and Digital Portfolio
    XIV.e. Approve Contract with Capitol Speech for Speech and Language Pathologists for Vacant Positions
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Tom Anderson, Assistant Superintendent - Student Services and Support
    Rationale:
    The District was unable to fill two vacant positions at Heron School and Two Rivers Elementary. Capitol Speech is providing coverage for both school sites and the total contact is $170,560.00 for the first six months of the 2018-2019 school year.
     
    Attachments:
    Capital Speech Contract 2018-2019
    XIV.f. Approve Architectural Services Agreement with BCA Architects for K-8 Conversion Project Scoping and Schematic Design
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
    Rationale:
    K-8 conversions will occur on American Lakes, Bannon Creek and Jefferson School campuses. Scoping and schematic design of the project will provide the initial design plans and project schedule. Scoping documents will be produced from stakeholders’ meetings held at each campus that will identify site needs for each school’s K-8 conversion. Proposals for the scoping were solicited from the NUSD pool of architects. Six proposals were received with BCA Architects providing the most comprehensive proposal in the amount of Two Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Four Hundred Dollars ($275,400.00).
     
    Attachments:
    Architectural Services Agreement Three K-8 Conversions
    XIV.g. Approve Architectural Services Agreement with Nacht & Lewis Architects for CTE Public Safety Pathway Building at Inderkum High School
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
    Rationale:
    Natomas Unified is creating a Public Safety Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathway. The new pathway will require an expansion to the Inderkum High School campus. Nacht & Lewis Architects have extensive CTE architectural experience and were the architects of record for Inderkum High School. Nacht & Lewis has provided a proposal in the amount of Twenty Two Thousand Three Hundred Fifty Dollars ($22,350.00) to create the scope of the project.
     
    Attachments:
    Architectural Services Agreement IHS Public Safety Pathway
    XIV.h. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with SAB/CSFA for the Charter School Facilities Program
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
    Rationale:
    In May 2017, Natomas Unified filed grant funding applications for New Construction and Modernization on the NP3 Middle School new two story classroom building project. The applications were filed with the Office of Public School Construction through the Charter School Facilities Program. At the January 24, 2018 State Allocation Board Meeting, both applications received preliminary apportionment. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the State Allocation Board, the California School Finance Authority and the Natomas Unified School District is a requirement to receive the grant funds. The MOU sets forth the agreements between the parties regarding the use of the real property and outlines the funding obligations.
     
    Attachments:
    MOU NP3 Middle
    XIV.i. Approve Ground Lease with SETA for the Head Start Location at Bannon Creek School
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
    Rationale:
    SETA has leased the Head Start Program location on the Bannon Creek campus since July of 1991. The most recent agreement expired on June 30, 2017. NUSD granted SETA a one-year extension during which an updated agreement was drafted. The new ground lease term is three years, beginning on July 1, 2018 and expiring on June 30, 2021, with an option to renew the lease for one additional three-year term. The rental rate is Two Hundred Thirty Dollars ($230.00) per month, adjusted annually based on the percentage cost of living adjustment granted to SETA for the Head Start Program.
     
    Attachments:
    Ground Lease SETA-NUSD
    XIV.j. Approve Notice of Completion for the Heron Playground and Hardscape Project
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
    Rationale:
    On June 6, 2018, a contract with Lamon Construction, Co. Inc, was approved in the amount of Four Hundred Thirty-Eight Thousand Dollars ($438,000.00) for the Heron Playground and Hardscape project. The contract included a Thirty Thousand Dollar ($30,000.00) owner controlled allowance. Ten Thousand Seventy Dollars and Eighty-Two Cents ($10,070.82) of the allowance was used for additional landscaping. The final contract amount is Four Hundred Eighteen Thousand Seventy Dollars and Eighty-Two Cents ($418,070.82). 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 Heron Playground and Hardscape
    XIV.k. Approve Notice of Completion for the Inderkum High School Weight Room Project
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
    Rationale:
    On July 18, 2018, a contract with REM Construction, Inc, was approved in the amount of One Hundred Thirty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Seventy-Five Dollars ($138,475.00) for the Inderkum High School Weight Room project. The contract included a Twenty Thousand Dollar ($20,000.00) owner controlled allowance. Four Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-Seven Dollars and Seventy-Four Cents ($4,377.74) of the allowance was used for additional demolition work and the installation of materials. The final contract amount is One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Two Dollars and Seventy-Four Cents ($122,852.74). 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 IHS Weight Room
    XIV.l. Approve Notice of Completion for the Natomas High School Weight Room Project
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
    Rationale:
    On July 18, 2018, a contract with REM Construction, Inc, was ratified in the amount of One Hundred Fifty-Two Thousand Five Hundred Seven Dollars ($152,507.00) for the Natomas High School Weight Room project. The contract included a Twenty Thousand Dollar ($20,000.00) owner controlled allowance. Two Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-One Dollars and Ninety-Three Cents ($2,481.93) of the allowance was used for additional demolition work. The final contract amount is One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Eight Dollars and Ninety-Three Cents ($134,988.93) 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 Weight Room
    XIV.m. Approve Change Order No. 1 with A Plus Painting for NP3 Portable Classroom Exterior Painting Project
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
    Rationale:
    On June 6, 2018 the Board approved a contract with A Plus Painting in the amount of Sixty-Three Thousand Three Hundred Forty Dollars ($63,340.00) for the NP3 Portable Classroom Exterior Painting project. The contract included a Twenty-Five Thousand Dollar ($25,000.00) owner controlled allowance. Dry rot repairs exhausted the allowance and added another Two Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-Four Dollars and Twenty-Three Cents ($2,674.23). With the addition of Change Order No. 1 the full contract value will be Sixty Six Thousand Fourteen Dollars and Twenty Three Cents ($66,014.23).
     
    Attachments:
    Change Order No. 1 NP3 Portable Classroom Exterior Paint
    XIV.n. Approve Notice of Completion for the NP3 Portable Classroom Exterior Painting Project
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
    Rationale:
    On June 6, 2018, a contract with A Plus Painting, was approved in the amount of Sixty-Three Thousand Three Hundred Forty Dollars ($63,340.00) for the NP3 Portable Classroom Exterior Painting project. The contract included a Twenty-Five Thousand Dollar ($25,000.00) owner controlled allowance. Dry rot repairs exhausted the allowance and there was one change order in the amount of Two Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-Four Dollars and Twenty-Three Cents ($2,674.23). The final contract value is Sixty-Six Thousand Fourteen Dollars and Twenty-Three Cents ($66,014.23). 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 NP3 Middle Portable Classroom Exterior Paint
    XV. PUBLIC HEARING
    XV.a. Present Initial Contract Proposal from the California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 745 for Negotiations for the 2018-19 School Year
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Angela Herrera, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources
    Rationale:
    The Initial Contract Proposal from the California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 745 for Negotiations for the 2018-19 School Year is attached.
     
    Attachments:
    Initial Contract Proposal from the California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 745
    XV.b. Sufficiency of K-12 Textbooks and Instructional Materials
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Lauren Odell, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
    Rationale:
    School Leadership and Support will provide information regarding the sufficiency of K-12 textbooks and instructional materials for 2018-19, Natomas community members and Natomas Unified School Districts employees will be able to give input regarding the sufficiency of K-12 textbooks and instructional materials for the 2018-19 school year prior to a recommendation of action on Resolution No. 18-22.
     
    XVI. 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.
    XVI.a. Approve Phase Three of the Long-Term Technology Plan
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Joel Rabin, Assistant Superintendent - Research and Data Barbara Schiffner, Director - Information Technology
    Rationale:
    The multi-year framework has associated costs of $1.2 million for continuing the expansion of 21st-century technology.
     
    XVI.b. Consider and Approve an Amendment to the Superintendent's Employment Agreement
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    President Dosick Recommends Approval Board of Trustees
    Rationale:
    This amendment extends the Superintendent's contract one year to June 30, 2022. There are no additional changes to the contract.
     
    Attachments:
    Amendment to Employment Agreement - NUSD and Superintendent Chris Evans
    XVI.c. Approve the Associate Superintendent Employment Agreement Between the Natomas Unified School District and Angela Herrera
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Superintendent Recommends Approval Chris Evans, Superintendent
    Rationale:




     
    XVI.d. Approve Resolution 18-22 Regarding the Sufficiency of K-12 Textbooks and Instructional Materials
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Lauren Odell, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
    Rationale:
    A public hearing was held to provide an opportunity to comment on the sufficiency of textbooks and instructional materials for each K-12 student.

    In grades K-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:
    Resolution No. 18-22 Regarding the Sufficiency of K-12 Textbooks and Instructional Materials
    XVI.e. Approve Resolution No. 18-23 for California Energy Commission School Bus Replacement Program
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Kamaljit Pannu, Assistant Superintendent - Safety and Operations
    Rationale:
    Board Resolution 18-23 will be submitted in support of NUSD's grant application for the California Energy Commission School Bus Replacement Program. The District is submitting an application for grant funding to replace the 5 oldest school buses with 5 new electric school buses. Grant funding will cover the full cost o the school bus and provide up to $60,000 towards charging system infrastructure needs.
     
    Attachments:
    Resolution 18-23 CEC School Bus Replacement Program
    XVI.f. Approve Resolution No. 18-24 Designating District Properties as Interim Site for NHS and Future Sites for Virtual/In-Class Program
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
    Rationale:
    The Natomas Unified School District anticipates significant student enrollment growth over the next ten years requiring modernization and new construction of K-12 schools. The Board continues to support and implement the 2014 Facilities Master Plan (Updated in 2017). The district-owned property, Building K located at 3301 Fong Ranch Rd., currently used for Natomas Gateways Middle School, is designated for Natomas High School classroom space and as an interim housing location during the modernization of the NHS administration building. Staff will comply with CEQA as/if required. Building K-NGMS is also designated as future site for District's virtual/in-class learning program. The leased school site property located at 4400 East Commerce, currently used as NP3 Elementary School, is designated as a possible secondary site for the District's virtual/in-class learning program.
     
    Attachments:
    Resolution No. 18-24 Designating District Properties as Interim Site for NHS and Future Sites for Virtual/In-Class Program
    XVII. RECEIVE
    XVII.a. Receive the Initial Contract Proposal from the California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 745 for Negotiations for the 2018-19 School Year
    Quick Summary / Abstract:
    Angela Herrera, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources
    Rationale:
    The Initial Contract Proposal from the California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 745 for Negotiations for the 2018-19 School Year is attached.
     
    Attachments:
    Initial Contract Proposal from the California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 745
    XVII.b. First Reading of Board Policies and Administrative Regulations
    Quick Summary / Abstract:

    Chris Evans, Superintendent

    REVISED: BP 0410 - Nondiscrimination in District Programs and Activities; E 0420.41 - Charter School Oversight; BP/AR 1312 - Uniform Complaint Procedures; AR/E 1312.4 -Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures; BP/AR 1330 - Use of School Facilities; BP 1400 - Relations Between Other Governmental Agencies and the Schools; BP 2210 - Administrative Discretion Regarding Board Policy; BP 3312.2 - Educational Travel Program Contracts; BP/AR 3320 - Claims and Actions Against the District; BP/AR 3514 - Environmental Safety; BP 3514.1 - Hazardous Substances; BP/AR 3516 - Emergencies and Disaster Preparedness Plan; AR 3541 -Transportation Routes and Services; BP 4140 - Bargaining Units; BP/AR 5111 Admission; BP/AR 5111.1 - District Residency; BP 5112.5 - Open/Closed Campus; BP/AR 5125 -Student Records; AR 5125.1 – Release of Directory Information; AR 5141.32 - Health Screening for School Entry; BP/AR 5145.3 - Nondiscrimination/Harassment; BP 5145.9 - Hate-Motivated Behavior; BP/AR 6174 - Education for English Learners; BB 9310 - Policy Manual (Board Policies)

    NEW: BP/AR 4361.9 - Catastrophic Leave Program; BP/AR 5145.13 - Response to Immigration Enforcement

    DELETE: BP 6161.3 - Toxic Art Supplies
    Attachments:
    DELETIONS
    NEW
    REVISIONS
    XVIII. ADJOURNMENT

    Published: September 21, 2018, 4:28 PM

    The resubmit was successful.