June 20, 2018 Board Meetings
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Items I - V - 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
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. Rescind Student Expulsion No. 2017-2018 MM
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Doug Orr, Associate
Superintendent
V.b. Conference with Labor Negotiator-District Representatives: William
Young and Angela Herrera, Employee Organization: California School
Employees Association
Quick Summary / Abstract:
William Young, Deputy Superintendent Angela Herrera, Assistant
Superintendent
V.c. Conference with Labor Negotiator-District Representatives: William
Young and Angela Herrera, Employee Organization: Natomas Teachers
Association
Quick Summary / Abstract:
William Young, Deputy Superintendent Angela Herrera, Assistant
Superintendent
V.d. Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Anticipated Litigation:
Two Cases
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Chris Evans,
Superintendent
V.e. Government Code Section 54957 - Public Employee
Discipline/Dismissal/Release
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Assistant Superintendent
V.f. Superintendent's Evaluation
Items I - V
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
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. Rescind Student Expulsion No. 2017-2018 MM
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Doug Orr, Associate
Superintendent
V.b. Conference with Labor Negotiator-District Representatives: William
Young and Angela Herrera, Employee Organization: California School
Employees Association
Quick Summary / Abstract:
William Young, Deputy Superintendent Angela Herrera, Assistant
Superintendent
V.c. Conference with Labor Negotiator-District Representatives: William
Young and Angela Herrera, Employee Organization: Natomas Teachers
Association
Quick Summary / Abstract:
William Young, Deputy Superintendent Angela Herrera, Assistant
Superintendent
V.d. Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Anticipated Litigation:
Two Cases
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Chris Evans,
Superintendent
V.e. Government Code Section 54957 - Public Employee
Discipline/Dismissal/Release
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Assistant Superintendent
V.f. Superintendent's Evaluation
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Items VI - VIII - VI. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION
VII. ROLL CALL/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
Items VI - VIII
VI. RECONVENE OPEN SESSIONVII. ROLL CALL/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
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Item IX - APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Item IX
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA»
Item X A - COMMUNICATIONS
Board Members
Item X A
COMMUNICATIONSBoard Members
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Item 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.
Item XI
PUBLIC COMMENTSQuick 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.
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Item XII - PRESENTATIONS
a. Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Financial Oversight
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources
Item XII
PRESENTATIONSa. Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Financial Oversight
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources
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Consent Items - 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 Sale and Disposal of Books, Equipment and Supplies
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
In accordance with Board Policy 3270, when equipment is unusable or is no
longer needed, it may be sold, donated or disposed of in accordance with
Education Code 17540-17535 or 2 CFR 200.313 as applicable. Upon
recommendation of the Superintendent or designee, the Board may declare
such equipment to be unusable, obsolete, or no longer needed. The items
shown on the attached surplus list will be sold, recycled or disposed of per
Board Policy and in compliance with Education Code. Every effort is made
to reuse "extra" books, equipment and supplies prior to recommending sale
or disposal through Board action. The list includes 16 relocatable portables
that were damaged beyond repair in the February storm and 3 aged copier
machines.
Attachments:
(Sale/Disposal) Surplus List June 20, 2018
XIII.c. Approve the Third Quarterly Williams Review Report for 2017-2018
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
As a result of the Williams Settlement, Education Code section 1240
requires that county offices of education visit schools in their country that
ranked in deciles 1 to 3 on the 2012 Base Academic Performance Index
(API) (Williams Schools). Education Code section 1240(c)(2)(G) requires
the county superintendent of schools to send quarterly reports regarding
the results of school site visits and reviews conducted each quarter to the
governing boards of the school districts with Williams schools. The results
can then be made public at a regularly scheduled and noticed meeting of
each district's governing board.
A summary of the report is below:
During the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2017-18, Sacramento County
Office of Education (SCOE) staff did not conduct any site reviews of
instructional materials or facilities. The School Accountability Report Card (SARC) of each of the
District's Williams schools was reviewed for accuracy as required by
1240(c)(2)(I). The information contained in the schools' SARCs was
generally clear and accurate. In order to provide assistance in
preparing your District's SARCs for next year, a chart (Exhibit A) is
enclosed that provides detailed suggestions for further improvement
of the District SARCs.
During the third quarter ending March 31, 2018, SCOE conducted
no reviews of Teacher Vacancies and Misassignments.
The District reported no Uniform Complaint Procedure (UCP) filings
in the third quarter ending March 31, 2018.
The full report is attached.
Attachments:
Third Quarterly Williams Review Report 2017-18
XIII.d. Approve 2018-2021 Security Services Agreement with Paladin
Private Security
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kamaljit Pannu, Assistant Superintendent - Safety and Operations
Rationale:
Paladin Private Security will provide assigned security guards to monitor all
District facilities. These assigned security guards will visit our school sites
multiple times during the service window of 8:00pm – 6:00am. Other
services provided in the agreement include monitoring the district
emergency radio channel, responding to intrusion alarm calls, and
responding to daytime emergencies if needed.
The attached Security Services Agreement with Paladin Private Security is
for 3 years commencing July 1, 2018 and ending June 30, 2021. The first
year annual cost is $87,457.66 and will increase by 3% for years two and
three. The increases represent an annual Cost of Living Adjustment.
Attachments:
Paladin Security Services Agreement
XIII.e. Approve the 2018-2019 Consolidated Application for Funding
Categorical Aid Programs
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
The Consolidated Application is our District's statement of intent to apply for
State and Federal funds for specific Categorical Programs and to adhere to
laws and mandates governing the use of these funds. Our District is
requesting federal funds for the following programs:
1) Title I, Part A - Basic
2) Title II, Part A - Teacher Quality
3) Title III, Part A - English Learner
4) Title III, Part A - Immigrant
The 2018-19 Consolidated application will be presented to the English
Learner and Parent Advisory Committees.
Attachments:
Consolidated Application 2018-19
XIII.f. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with NUSD and Ruthie
Bolton, AIM HIGH Mentoring
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
Ruthie Bolton, AIM HIGH Mentoring will provide group mentoring at
Natomas Middle School.
Key performance indicators include:
Increase in grade point average
Increase in homework and classroom assignment completion
Improved attendance rates
Decline in suspension and expulsion rates
Decline in school behavior referrals
Attachments:
Ruthie Bolton, AIM HIGH MOU 2018-19
XIII.g. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with NUSD and Improve
Your Tomorrow
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
Improve Your Tomorrow offers an opportunity to support targeted students
at Discovery High, Natomas Gateways Middle, and Natomas High Schools
with tutoring and mentoring to improve GPA, A - G completion and college
going rate.
This support will be provided in the key areas outlined below:
Academic Support
Cognitive Skills Development
College Preparation Initiative
Workforce Development
Attachments:
Improve Your Tomorrow MOU 2018-19
XIII.h. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Roberts Family
Development Center
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
Through a Memorandum of Understanding, Roberts Family Development
Center will provide a daily after-school program providing tutoring,
parent/family engagement, educational activities, and twice-weekly student
enrichment activities for 40 students at Bannon Creek School, 60 students
at H. Allen Hight Elementary and 60 students at Natomas Park Elementary.
Support will be provided in the key areas outlined below:
Increase in Reading Performance
Improved Attendance Rate
Decline in Behavior Referrals
Attachments:
Roberts Family Development Center 2018-19
XIII.i. Approve Agreement with NUSD and First 5 for 2018-2021
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
First 5 Sacramento supports the need for continuing the School Readiness
preschool services at the following elementary sites: American Lakes
School, Jefferson School, H. Allen Hight Elementary, Natomas Park
Elementary, Two Rivers Elementary, and Witter Ranch Elementary.
Funding awarded for the 2018-2021 cycle is $941,417. This funding will
support programs related to the development of children - prenatal to age
five, empower families, and strengthen communities. We will continue to
work in collaboration with community organizations, parents, and early care
providers to implement a scope of activities. Highlighted activities will
include: playgroups for children 0-3, transition to kindergarten,
comprehensive screenings and assessments, family support and education
activities. The following positions will be funded as a result of receiving this
grant. All personnel costs will be covered by the grant allocation.
Certificated: Assistant Superintendent -.1 FTE, (1) Director - .30 FTE (1)
Early Learning Outreach Coordinator -.45, 2 Child Development Assistants
2.0 FTE, Translators, Child Care Attendants, Kindergarten Transition Camp
Teachers, and Kindergarten Transition Camp Child Development
Assistants.
Attachments:
First 5 Agreement No. 18/19-SR-274 2018-21
XIII.j. Approve the 2018-2019 After School Education and Safety (ASES)
Contracts for Center for Fathers and Families
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
Natomas Unified School District is the fiscal manager for ASES grant
awards at Bannon Creek and Jefferson School. Third party contractors
provide programs after school until 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday, while
school is in session as required in the grant.
Bannon Creek School
Jefferson School
Natomas Middle School
Attachments:
Center for Father and Families - Jefferson
Center for Fathers and Families - Bannon Creek
Center for Fathers and Families - Natomas Middle
XIII.k. Approve the 2018-2019 After School and Safety (ASES) Contract
with The Center
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
Natomas Unified School District is the fiscal manager for the ASES grant
award at American Lakes School. Third party contractors provide programs
after school until 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday, while school is in
session as required in the grant.
American Lakes School - The Center
Attachments:
ASES - The Center, American Lakes
XIII.l. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding with NUSD and United
College Action Network (U-CAN)
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
United College Action Network provides support to juniors and seniors as
they prepare and apply to colleges as well as prepare and apply for
scholarships and financial aid. U-CAN primarily focuses on historically black
colleges but will provide students with support in applying to all other
colleges. U-CAN will provide college and career support services to high
school students at Discovery High, Inderkum High, Leroy Greene Academy,
and Natomas High.
Attachments:
U-CAN MOU 2018-19
XIII.m. Approve Resolution No. 18-16, Authorizing the California State
Preschool Program (CSPP) Contract and Signatory Authority for 2018-
2019.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
Natomas Unified School District (NUSD) has received the California State
Preschool Program (CSPP) contract for the continued funding application
for 2018-19. As part of the execution of the contract a Board resolution is
required by California Department of Education (CDE) which authorizes
NUSD to enter into the contract with CDE for the purpose of providing child
care and development services. The resolution will also designate
personnel to sign contract documents for American Lakes, Jefferson, H.
Allen Hight, Natomas Park, Two Rivers and Witter Ranch. Proposed
designated personnel for signing contract documents are: Kristen Coates,
Assistant Superintendent of School Leadership and Support and Vina
Guzman, Director of Budget and Accounting.
Attachments:
CSPP Continued Funding Application for 2018-19
Resolution No. 18-16 Authorizing the California State Preschool Program
(CSPP) Contract and Signatory Authority for 2018-19
XIII.n. Approve Contract with REM Construction, Inc. for Sitework at
American Lakes Portable Classroom Project
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
The K-8 expansion at American Lakes has necessitated additional
classroom space. Four portable classrooms will be added for the 2018-19
school year. A Notice to Bidders was sent to CUPCCA and Pre-Qualified
vendors. REM Construction, Inc. supplied the only bid for the sitework
related to the installation of the portables, in the amount of Four Hundred
Twenty-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty Dollars ($422,780.00).
Attachments:
Agreement_American Lakes Ports Sitework
XIII.o. Approve Notice of Completion for Video Monitoring System at
Discovery High School and Westlake Charter School K-8
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
On May 10, 2017 a contract with HCI Systems, Inc. for the installation of a
video monitoring system was approved for the Discovery High School
Culinary Building and the Westlake Charter School K-8 project. There were
not change orders on either contract. 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 DHS
NOC WCS
XIII.p. Approve Agreement with Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. for Leroy
Greene Academy Fencing Project
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
The Leroy Greene Academy Fencing Project was bid out two times to
NUSD Pre-Qualified and CUPCCA vendors. The first bid notice did not
receive any proposals, the second bid notice received one proposal from
Roebbelen Contracting, Inc., in the amount of One Hundred Sixty-Four
Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($164,500.00).
Attachments:
Agreement_LGA Fencing Project
XIII.q. Approve Agreement with Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. for Paso
Verde Interim Site Fencing Project
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
The Paso Verde Interim Site Fencing Project was bid out two times to
NUSD Pre-Qualified and CUPCCA vendors. The first bid notice did not
receive any proposals, the second bid notice received one proposal from
Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. in the amount of Two Hundred Twenty Seven
Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($227,250.00).
Attachments:
Agreement_Paso Verde Fencing
XIII.r. Approve Agreement with BRCO Constructors, Inc. for Removal of
Damaged Portables at Natomas High School
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
Ten portable classrooms were damaged from a hail storm during the 2018
winter. The cost of repair is greater than the value of the portables.
Approved CUPCCA vendors supplied proposals with BRCO Constructors,
Inc providing the lowest responsive bid in the amount of One Hundred
Twenty Four Thousand Nine Hundred Dollars ($124,900.00).
Attachments:
Agreement_NHS Ports
XIII.s. Approve Agreement with BRCO Constructors, Inc. for Removal of
Damaged Portables at Bannon Creek School
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
Six portable classrooms were damaged from a hail storm during the 2018
winter. The cost of repair is greater than the value of the portables.
Approved CUPCCA vendors supplied proposals with BRCO Constructors,
Inc. providing the lowest responsive bid in the amount of Ninety Six
Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($96,500.00).
Attachments:
Agreement_BC Port Removal
XIII.t. Approve Change Order No. 9 with The Boldt Company for New
Classroom Building at Natomas Park Elementary
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
Change Order No. 9 revised ten (10) contract items resulting in an additive
change order in the amount of Four Hundred Thirty Six Thousand Seven
Hundred Three Dollars and Forty Seven Cents ($436,703.47) (7.43% of the
contract amount) With the addition of Change Order No. 9, the total
construction contract value is Six Million Eight Hundred Twenty Nine
Thousand Three Hundred Seventy Dollars and Thirty Cents
($6,829,370.30).
Attachments:
Change Order No. 9 Boldt
XIII.u. Approve Notice of Completion for New Classroom Building at
Natomas Park Elementary
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
On December 14, 2016 a contract with The Boldt Company for the
construction of a new classroom building was approved in the amount of
Five Million Eight Hundred Seventy Two Thousand Dollars ($5,872,000.00).
There were nine (9) change orders and the final contract value was Six
Million Eight Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Three Hundred Seventy
Dollars and Thirty Cents ($6,829,370.30). 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 NPE
XIII.v. Approve Agreement with AECOM to Provide Environmental
Consulting Services for the Paso Verde Site
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
Monitoring species covered by the Natomas Basin Habitat Conservation
Plan is necessary to protect certain species that inhabit the Paso Verde
site. AECOM will provide the monitoring services and secure necessary
permits to assist with the development of the site. AECOM has proposed to
provide these services for the amount of Ninety Six Thousand Three
Hundred Forty Five Dollars ($96,345.00).
Attachments:
Paso Verde Environmental Monitoring Agreement
XIII.w. Approve Change Order No. 18 with Arntz Builders for the Westlake
Charter School K-8 Project
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
Change Order No. 18 revised five (5) contract items resulting in an additive
change order in the amount of One Hundred Eighteen Thousand Four
Hundred Ninety-Five Dollars and Twenty Seven Cents ($118,495.27)
(0.42% of the contract amount). With the addition of Change Order No. 18,
the total construction contract value is Thirty Million Three Hundred Sixty
One Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Seven Dollars and Twenty Cents
($30,361,447.20).
Attachments:
Change Order No. 18 Arntz
XIII.x. Approve Notice of Completion for Westlake Charter School K-8
Project
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
On May 11, 2016 a contract with Arntz Builders Inc., for the construction of
the Westlake Charter School K-8 campus was approved in the amount of
Twenty Eight Million Four Hundred Six Thousand Two Hundred Five
Dollars ($28,406,205.00). There were nineteen (19) change orders and the
final contract value was Thirty Million Three Hundred Sixty One Thousand
Four Hundred Forty Seven Dollars and Twenty Cents ($30,361,447.20). 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 WCS
XIII.y. Approve Rescission of Expulsion No. 2017-2018 MM
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Rationale:
Request is pursuant to a mediated settlement
agreement.
Consent Items
CONSENT ITEMSQuick 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 Sale and Disposal of Books, Equipment and Supplies
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
In accordance with Board Policy 3270, when equipment is unusable or is no
longer needed, it may be sold, donated or disposed of in accordance with
Education Code 17540-17535 or 2 CFR 200.313 as applicable. Upon
recommendation of the Superintendent or designee, the Board may declare
such equipment to be unusable, obsolete, or no longer needed. The items
shown on the attached surplus list will be sold, recycled or disposed of per
Board Policy and in compliance with Education Code. Every effort is made
to reuse "extra" books, equipment and supplies prior to recommending sale
or disposal through Board action. The list includes 16 relocatable portables
that were damaged beyond repair in the February storm and 3 aged copier
machines.
Attachments:
(Sale/Disposal) Surplus List June 20, 2018
XIII.c. Approve the Third Quarterly Williams Review Report for 2017-2018
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
As a result of the Williams Settlement, Education Code section 1240
requires that county offices of education visit schools in their country that
ranked in deciles 1 to 3 on the 2012 Base Academic Performance Index
(API) (Williams Schools). Education Code section 1240(c)(2)(G) requires
the county superintendent of schools to send quarterly reports regarding
the results of school site visits and reviews conducted each quarter to the
governing boards of the school districts with Williams schools. The results
can then be made public at a regularly scheduled and noticed meeting of
each district's governing board.
A summary of the report is below:
During the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2017-18, Sacramento County
Office of Education (SCOE) staff did not conduct any site reviews of
instructional materials or facilities. The School Accountability Report Card (SARC) of each of the
District's Williams schools was reviewed for accuracy as required by
1240(c)(2)(I). The information contained in the schools' SARCs was
generally clear and accurate. In order to provide assistance in
preparing your District's SARCs for next year, a chart (Exhibit A) is
enclosed that provides detailed suggestions for further improvement
of the District SARCs.
During the third quarter ending March 31, 2018, SCOE conducted
no reviews of Teacher Vacancies and Misassignments.
The District reported no Uniform Complaint Procedure (UCP) filings
in the third quarter ending March 31, 2018.
The full report is attached.
Attachments:
Third Quarterly Williams Review Report 2017-18
XIII.d. Approve 2018-2021 Security Services Agreement with Paladin
Private Security
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kamaljit Pannu, Assistant Superintendent - Safety and Operations
Rationale:
Paladin Private Security will provide assigned security guards to monitor all
District facilities. These assigned security guards will visit our school sites
multiple times during the service window of 8:00pm – 6:00am. Other
services provided in the agreement include monitoring the district
emergency radio channel, responding to intrusion alarm calls, and
responding to daytime emergencies if needed.
The attached Security Services Agreement with Paladin Private Security is
for 3 years commencing July 1, 2018 and ending June 30, 2021. The first
year annual cost is $87,457.66 and will increase by 3% for years two and
three. The increases represent an annual Cost of Living Adjustment.
Attachments:
Paladin Security Services Agreement
XIII.e. Approve the 2018-2019 Consolidated Application for Funding
Categorical Aid Programs
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
The Consolidated Application is our District's statement of intent to apply for
State and Federal funds for specific Categorical Programs and to adhere to
laws and mandates governing the use of these funds. Our District is
requesting federal funds for the following programs:
1) Title I, Part A - Basic
2) Title II, Part A - Teacher Quality
3) Title III, Part A - English Learner
4) Title III, Part A - Immigrant
The 2018-19 Consolidated application will be presented to the English
Learner and Parent Advisory Committees.
Attachments:
Consolidated Application 2018-19
XIII.f. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with NUSD and Ruthie
Bolton, AIM HIGH Mentoring
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
Ruthie Bolton, AIM HIGH Mentoring will provide group mentoring at
Natomas Middle School.
Key performance indicators include:
Increase in grade point average
Increase in homework and classroom assignment completion
Improved attendance rates
Decline in suspension and expulsion rates
Decline in school behavior referrals
Attachments:
Ruthie Bolton, AIM HIGH MOU 2018-19
XIII.g. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with NUSD and Improve
Your Tomorrow
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
Improve Your Tomorrow offers an opportunity to support targeted students
at Discovery High, Natomas Gateways Middle, and Natomas High Schools
with tutoring and mentoring to improve GPA, A - G completion and college
going rate.
This support will be provided in the key areas outlined below:
Academic Support
Cognitive Skills Development
College Preparation Initiative
Workforce Development
Attachments:
Improve Your Tomorrow MOU 2018-19
XIII.h. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Roberts Family
Development Center
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
Through a Memorandum of Understanding, Roberts Family Development
Center will provide a daily after-school program providing tutoring,
parent/family engagement, educational activities, and twice-weekly student
enrichment activities for 40 students at Bannon Creek School, 60 students
at H. Allen Hight Elementary and 60 students at Natomas Park Elementary.
Support will be provided in the key areas outlined below:
Increase in Reading Performance
Improved Attendance Rate
Decline in Behavior Referrals
Attachments:
Roberts Family Development Center 2018-19
XIII.i. Approve Agreement with NUSD and First 5 for 2018-2021
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
First 5 Sacramento supports the need for continuing the School Readiness
preschool services at the following elementary sites: American Lakes
School, Jefferson School, H. Allen Hight Elementary, Natomas Park
Elementary, Two Rivers Elementary, and Witter Ranch Elementary.
Funding awarded for the 2018-2021 cycle is $941,417. This funding will
support programs related to the development of children - prenatal to age
five, empower families, and strengthen communities. We will continue to
work in collaboration with community organizations, parents, and early care
providers to implement a scope of activities. Highlighted activities will
include: playgroups for children 0-3, transition to kindergarten,
comprehensive screenings and assessments, family support and education
activities. The following positions will be funded as a result of receiving this
grant. All personnel costs will be covered by the grant allocation.
Certificated: Assistant Superintendent -.1 FTE, (1) Director - .30 FTE (1)
Early Learning Outreach Coordinator -.45, 2 Child Development Assistants
2.0 FTE, Translators, Child Care Attendants, Kindergarten Transition Camp
Teachers, and Kindergarten Transition Camp Child Development
Assistants.
Attachments:
First 5 Agreement No. 18/19-SR-274 2018-21
XIII.j. Approve the 2018-2019 After School Education and Safety (ASES)
Contracts for Center for Fathers and Families
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
Natomas Unified School District is the fiscal manager for ASES grant
awards at Bannon Creek and Jefferson School. Third party contractors
provide programs after school until 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday, while
school is in session as required in the grant.
Bannon Creek School
Jefferson School
Natomas Middle School
Attachments:
Center for Father and Families - Jefferson
Center for Fathers and Families - Bannon Creek
Center for Fathers and Families - Natomas Middle
XIII.k. Approve the 2018-2019 After School and Safety (ASES) Contract
with The Center
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
Natomas Unified School District is the fiscal manager for the ASES grant
award at American Lakes School. Third party contractors provide programs
after school until 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday, while school is in
session as required in the grant.
American Lakes School - The Center
Attachments:
ASES - The Center, American Lakes
XIII.l. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding with NUSD and United
College Action Network (U-CAN)
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
United College Action Network provides support to juniors and seniors as
they prepare and apply to colleges as well as prepare and apply for
scholarships and financial aid. U-CAN primarily focuses on historically black
colleges but will provide students with support in applying to all other
colleges. U-CAN will provide college and career support services to high
school students at Discovery High, Inderkum High, Leroy Greene Academy,
and Natomas High.
Attachments:
U-CAN MOU 2018-19
XIII.m. Approve Resolution No. 18-16, Authorizing the California State
Preschool Program (CSPP) Contract and Signatory Authority for 2018-
2019.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Rationale:
Natomas Unified School District (NUSD) has received the California State
Preschool Program (CSPP) contract for the continued funding application
for 2018-19. As part of the execution of the contract a Board resolution is
required by California Department of Education (CDE) which authorizes
NUSD to enter into the contract with CDE for the purpose of providing child
care and development services. The resolution will also designate
personnel to sign contract documents for American Lakes, Jefferson, H.
Allen Hight, Natomas Park, Two Rivers and Witter Ranch. Proposed
designated personnel for signing contract documents are: Kristen Coates,
Assistant Superintendent of School Leadership and Support and Vina
Guzman, Director of Budget and Accounting.
Attachments:
CSPP Continued Funding Application for 2018-19
Resolution No. 18-16 Authorizing the California State Preschool Program
(CSPP) Contract and Signatory Authority for 2018-19
XIII.n. Approve Contract with REM Construction, Inc. for Sitework at
American Lakes Portable Classroom Project
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
The K-8 expansion at American Lakes has necessitated additional
classroom space. Four portable classrooms will be added for the 2018-19
school year. A Notice to Bidders was sent to CUPCCA and Pre-Qualified
vendors. REM Construction, Inc. supplied the only bid for the sitework
related to the installation of the portables, in the amount of Four Hundred
Twenty-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty Dollars ($422,780.00).
Attachments:
Agreement_American Lakes Ports Sitework
XIII.o. Approve Notice of Completion for Video Monitoring System at
Discovery High School and Westlake Charter School K-8
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
On May 10, 2017 a contract with HCI Systems, Inc. for the installation of a
video monitoring system was approved for the Discovery High School
Culinary Building and the Westlake Charter School K-8 project. There were
not change orders on either contract. 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 DHS
NOC WCS
XIII.p. Approve Agreement with Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. for Leroy
Greene Academy Fencing Project
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
The Leroy Greene Academy Fencing Project was bid out two times to
NUSD Pre-Qualified and CUPCCA vendors. The first bid notice did not
receive any proposals, the second bid notice received one proposal from
Roebbelen Contracting, Inc., in the amount of One Hundred Sixty-Four
Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($164,500.00).
Attachments:
Agreement_LGA Fencing Project
XIII.q. Approve Agreement with Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. for Paso
Verde Interim Site Fencing Project
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
The Paso Verde Interim Site Fencing Project was bid out two times to
NUSD Pre-Qualified and CUPCCA vendors. The first bid notice did not
receive any proposals, the second bid notice received one proposal from
Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. in the amount of Two Hundred Twenty Seven
Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($227,250.00).
Attachments:
Agreement_Paso Verde Fencing
XIII.r. Approve Agreement with BRCO Constructors, Inc. for Removal of
Damaged Portables at Natomas High School
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
Ten portable classrooms were damaged from a hail storm during the 2018
winter. The cost of repair is greater than the value of the portables.
Approved CUPCCA vendors supplied proposals with BRCO Constructors,
Inc providing the lowest responsive bid in the amount of One Hundred
Twenty Four Thousand Nine Hundred Dollars ($124,900.00).
Attachments:
Agreement_NHS Ports
XIII.s. Approve Agreement with BRCO Constructors, Inc. for Removal of
Damaged Portables at Bannon Creek School
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
Six portable classrooms were damaged from a hail storm during the 2018
winter. The cost of repair is greater than the value of the portables.
Approved CUPCCA vendors supplied proposals with BRCO Constructors,
Inc. providing the lowest responsive bid in the amount of Ninety Six
Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($96,500.00).
Attachments:
Agreement_BC Port Removal
XIII.t. Approve Change Order No. 9 with The Boldt Company for New
Classroom Building at Natomas Park Elementary
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
Change Order No. 9 revised ten (10) contract items resulting in an additive
change order in the amount of Four Hundred Thirty Six Thousand Seven
Hundred Three Dollars and Forty Seven Cents ($436,703.47) (7.43% of the
contract amount) With the addition of Change Order No. 9, the total
construction contract value is Six Million Eight Hundred Twenty Nine
Thousand Three Hundred Seventy Dollars and Thirty Cents
($6,829,370.30).
Attachments:
Change Order No. 9 Boldt
XIII.u. Approve Notice of Completion for New Classroom Building at
Natomas Park Elementary
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
On December 14, 2016 a contract with The Boldt Company for the
construction of a new classroom building was approved in the amount of
Five Million Eight Hundred Seventy Two Thousand Dollars ($5,872,000.00).
There were nine (9) change orders and the final contract value was Six
Million Eight Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Three Hundred Seventy
Dollars and Thirty Cents ($6,829,370.30). 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 NPE
XIII.v. Approve Agreement with AECOM to Provide Environmental
Consulting Services for the Paso Verde Site
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
Monitoring species covered by the Natomas Basin Habitat Conservation
Plan is necessary to protect certain species that inhabit the Paso Verde
site. AECOM will provide the monitoring services and secure necessary
permits to assist with the development of the site. AECOM has proposed to
provide these services for the amount of Ninety Six Thousand Three
Hundred Forty Five Dollars ($96,345.00).
Attachments:
Paso Verde Environmental Monitoring Agreement
XIII.w. Approve Change Order No. 18 with Arntz Builders for the Westlake
Charter School K-8 Project
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
Change Order No. 18 revised five (5) contract items resulting in an additive
change order in the amount of One Hundred Eighteen Thousand Four
Hundred Ninety-Five Dollars and Twenty Seven Cents ($118,495.27)
(0.42% of the contract amount). With the addition of Change Order No. 18,
the total construction contract value is Thirty Million Three Hundred Sixty
One Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Seven Dollars and Twenty Cents
($30,361,447.20).
Attachments:
Change Order No. 18 Arntz
XIII.x. Approve Notice of Completion for Westlake Charter School K-8
Project
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Rationale:
On May 11, 2016 a contract with Arntz Builders Inc., for the construction of
the Westlake Charter School K-8 campus was approved in the amount of
Twenty Eight Million Four Hundred Six Thousand Two Hundred Five
Dollars ($28,406,205.00). There were nineteen (19) change orders and the
final contract value was Thirty Million Three Hundred Sixty One Thousand
Four Hundred Forty Seven Dollars and Twenty Cents ($30,361,447.20). 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 WCS
XIII.y. Approve Rescission of Expulsion No. 2017-2018 MM
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Rationale:
Request is pursuant to a mediated settlement
agreement.
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Item XIV A - 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.
Approve the 2018 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)
Annual Update
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Joel Rabin, Assistant
Superintendent - Research and Data
Rationale:
As required by law, a local control and accountability plan adopted by the
governing board of a school district shall be effective for a period of three
years, and shall be updated on or before July 1 of each year. The next step
to implementation is for the Board to adopt the 2018 LCAP.
Item XIV A
ACTION ITEMSQuick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: Formal action is required on each item which frequently includes
discussion prior to the motion. Time is given for public comments.
Approve the 2018 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)
Annual Update
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Joel Rabin, Assistant
Superintendent - Research and Data
Rationale:
As required by law, a local control and accountability plan adopted by the
governing board of a school district shall be effective for a period of three
years, and shall be updated on or before July 1 of each year. The next step
to implementation is for the Board to adopt the 2018 LCAP.
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Item XIV B - Approve the District's 2018-2019 Proposed Budget
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy
Superintendent
Rationale:
Local Educational Agencies are required to adopt a budget prior to July 1 of
each year in order to authorize the expenditure of funds. The proposed
budget summarizes the cost to provide necessary resources to support the
Natomas Unified School District's Vision & commitments, 2018-2019 Local
Control and Accountability Plan, and the Next 5 Strategic Plan. The budget
is built on the best available State and local information the District has
received to date (i.e. Legislature Budget Proposals, Governor's May
Revision, enrollment & staffing projections, etc.). The proposed budget is
only an initial blueprint for revenues and expenditures since the preparation
of the proposed budget occurs before the State has enacted its budget, and
before actual expenditures are known for the current year. In the event that
material revisions are necessary, a revised budget will be presented no less
than 45 days after the Enacted Stare Budget. The 2018-2019 Proposed
Budget is attached. The Public Hearing was held at the June 6, 2018 Board
meeting.
Item XIV B
Approve the District's 2018-2019 Proposed BudgetQuick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy
Superintendent
Rationale:
Local Educational Agencies are required to adopt a budget prior to July 1 of
each year in order to authorize the expenditure of funds. The proposed
budget summarizes the cost to provide necessary resources to support the
Natomas Unified School District's Vision & commitments, 2018-2019 Local
Control and Accountability Plan, and the Next 5 Strategic Plan. The budget
is built on the best available State and local information the District has
received to date (i.e. Legislature Budget Proposals, Governor's May
Revision, enrollment & staffing projections, etc.). The proposed budget is
only an initial blueprint for revenues and expenditures since the preparation
of the proposed budget occurs before the State has enacted its budget, and
before actual expenditures are known for the current year. In the event that
material revisions are necessary, a revised budget will be presented no less
than 45 days after the Enacted Stare Budget. The 2018-2019 Proposed
Budget is attached. The Public Hearing was held at the June 6, 2018 Board
meeting.
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Item XIV C - Approve Resolution 18-17 to Commit General Fund Balance, 2018-
2019 Budget Adoption
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy
Superintendent
Rationale:
Education Code, Governmental Accounting Standards Statement 54, and
Board Policy 3100 requires the Governing Board to classify fund balances
within five categories: 1-Nonspendable, 2-Restricted, 3-Committed, 4-
Assigned and 5-Unassigned. The attached Resolution recommends
$8,002,841 be designated as committed funds from the 2018-2019 General
Fund ending balance.
Item XIV C
Approve Resolution 18-17 to Commit General Fund Balance, 2018-2019 Budget Adoption
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy
Superintendent
Rationale:
Education Code, Governmental Accounting Standards Statement 54, and
Board Policy 3100 requires the Governing Board to classify fund balances
within five categories: 1-Nonspendable, 2-Restricted, 3-Committed, 4-
Assigned and 5-Unassigned. The attached Resolution recommends
$8,002,841 be designated as committed funds from the 2018-2019 General
Fund ending balance.
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Item XIV D - Approve the Monthly Certificated Work Calendar for July 2018
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval William Young, Deputy
Superintendent
Rationale:
The student instructional calendar was approved by the Board of Trustees
at the February 28, 2018 Board Meeting. The District is currently
negotiating the work calendar with the Natomas Teachers Association. The
Board will be asked to approve the certificated work calendar on a monthly
basis until the parties complete negotiations.
Item XIV D
Approve the Monthly Certificated Work Calendar for July 2018Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval William Young, Deputy
Superintendent
Rationale:
The student instructional calendar was approved by the Board of Trustees
at the February 28, 2018 Board Meeting. The District is currently
negotiating the work calendar with the Natomas Teachers Association. The
Board will be asked to approve the certificated work calendar on a monthly
basis until the parties complete negotiations.
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Items XV & XVI - RECEIVE
XV.a. First Reading of Board Policies and Administrative Regulations
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
REVISED: BP/AR 1312.3 – Uniform Complaint Procedures; AR 3230 -
Federal Grant Funds; BP/AR 3551 - Food Service Operation/Cafeteria
Fund; AR 3553 - Free and Reduced Price Meals; BP 4111 - Recruitment
and Selection; BP/AR 4119.11 - Sexual Harassment; AR 4161.1 - Personal
Illness/Injury Leave; AR 4161.8 - Family Care and Medical Leave; AR
4261.1 - Personal Illness/Injury Leave; BP/AR 5022 - Student and Family
Privacy Rights; BP/E 5145.6 -Parental Notifications; BP 6162.5 - Student
Assessment; BP/AR 6171 - Title I programs
NEW: AR 3514.2 - Integrated Pest Management
XVI. ADJOURNMENT
Items XV & XVI
RECEIVEXV.a. First Reading of Board Policies and Administrative Regulations
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
REVISED: BP/AR 1312.3 – Uniform Complaint Procedures; AR 3230 -
Federal Grant Funds; BP/AR 3551 - Food Service Operation/Cafeteria
Fund; AR 3553 - Free and Reduced Price Meals; BP 4111 - Recruitment
and Selection; BP/AR 4119.11 - Sexual Harassment; AR 4161.1 - Personal
Illness/Injury Leave; AR 4161.8 - Family Care and Medical Leave; AR
4261.1 - Personal Illness/Injury Leave; BP/AR 5022 - Student and Family
Privacy Rights; BP/E 5145.6 -Parental Notifications; BP 6162.5 - Student
Assessment; BP/AR 6171 - Title I programs
NEW: AR 3514.2 - Integrated Pest Management
XVI. ADJOURNMENT
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