April 26, 2017 Special Board Meetings
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Items I - III - 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-oftrustees/
videos/. Those in attendance should expect that the recordings will
capture all activity and discussions before, during, and after meetings.
II. ROLL CALL AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Items I - III
I. OPEN SESSIONQuick 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-oftrustees/
videos/. Those in attendance should expect that the recordings will
capture all activity and discussions before, during, and after meetings.
II. ROLL CALL AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
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Items IV & V - IV. PRESENTATION
IV.a. Strengthening Our Schools in South Natomas
Quick Summary / Abstract:
William Young, Deputy Superintendent Heather Garcia, Associate
Superintendent Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
Staff will share information on a possible plan to expand American Lakes,
Jefferson and Bannon Creek from K-5 schools to K-8 schools. This would:
1) involve facilities upgrades and expansion to all three sites, 2) address the
challenges to find a permanent site for NGMS, and 3) allow for development
of academic programs in South Natomas like K-8 efforts at Heron and Paso
Verde School. Initial thoughts for academic programs at these schools
would possibly include dual immersion, robotics/STEM, and a third program
to be determined from stakeholder input. This is aligned with the The Next 5
strategic directions: 1.2 - Examine possibilities to further expand art, world
languages and civics in schools; 2.1 - Beginning in elementary school,
continue to develop college and career access and readiness for all
students; 2.4 - Continue to promote and refine the pathways and programs
at secondary schools and support elementary and K-8 schools to develop
college and career focused programs; 2.5 - Continue providing 21st century
classroom technology and support the infrastructure for expansion to
prepare students for college and career success; 3.1 - NUSD schools will
expand and improve promotion of what is unique and successful about their
school; and 4.2 - Support schools as each continues to develop inclusive,
engaging, safe and supportive school culture and climate.
V. ADJOURNMENT
Items IV & V
IV. PRESENTATIONIV.a. Strengthening Our Schools in South Natomas
Quick Summary / Abstract:
William Young, Deputy Superintendent Heather Garcia, Associate
Superintendent Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
Staff will share information on a possible plan to expand American Lakes,
Jefferson and Bannon Creek from K-5 schools to K-8 schools. This would:
1) involve facilities upgrades and expansion to all three sites, 2) address the
challenges to find a permanent site for NGMS, and 3) allow for development
of academic programs in South Natomas like K-8 efforts at Heron and Paso
Verde School. Initial thoughts for academic programs at these schools
would possibly include dual immersion, robotics/STEM, and a third program
to be determined from stakeholder input. This is aligned with the The Next 5
strategic directions: 1.2 - Examine possibilities to further expand art, world
languages and civics in schools; 2.1 - Beginning in elementary school,
continue to develop college and career access and readiness for all
students; 2.4 - Continue to promote and refine the pathways and programs
at secondary schools and support elementary and K-8 schools to develop
college and career focused programs; 2.5 - Continue providing 21st century
classroom technology and support the infrastructure for expansion to
prepare students for college and career success; 3.1 - NUSD schools will
expand and improve promotion of what is unique and successful about their
school; and 4.2 - Support schools as each continues to develop inclusive,
engaging, safe and supportive school culture and climate.
V. ADJOURNMENT
