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Calaveras County Board of Education to Hold Public Hearing with County Superintendent for Initial Contract Proposal to the County Classified Employees' Unit for 09/10 And More on September 28th
Calaveras County, CA....The Calaveras County Office of Education will hold their next Board Meeting on Monday September 28th at 4:30pm at the Education Office in Angels Camp. Full agenda and minutes of last meeting enclosed.....
A G E N D A
CALAVERAS COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
185 South Main Street
Angels Camp, CA 95221
There will be a meeting of the Calaveras County Board of Education on Monday, September 28, 2009. The regular meeting will begin at 4:30 p.m. and will be held in the Calaveras County Office of Education Conference Room.
OPEN SESSION
1 . CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2 . ROLL CALL
3 . CONSENT AGENDA
3.1 Approval of Agenda
3.2 Approval of Minutes: August 31, 2009
4 . PRESENTATIONS:
4.1 Calaveras River Academy Diplomas
4.2 Adult Education Diplomas
4.3 Update on Services Provided by Technology Department - Liz Jordan
5 . CORRESPONDENCE
5.1 Calaveras River Academy Newsletter, September 2009
5.2 News Articles:
5.2.1 Calaveras Enterprise
5.2.1.1 “Bret Harte grows, expands offerings,” September, 2009
5.2.1.2 “Familiar face takes the reins at VUSD,” September 11, 2009
5.2.1.3 “Students view Obama’s speech,” September 15, 2009
Also included, Prepared Remarks of President Barack Obama Back to School Event, Arlington Virginia, September 8, 2009
5.2.2 Union Democrat
5.2.2.1 “Man with gun prompts school lockdowns,” September 16, 2009
5.2.2.2 “School flu vaccines to start for H1N1,” September 21, 2009
5.2.3 The Valley Springs News
5.2.3.1 “Toyon marks 9/11 with new project,” September 16, 2009
5.3 Other
Supporting documents distributed to Board members are available for public review at the Calaveras County Office of Education, 185 So. Main Street, Angels Camp.
Government Code Section 54954.3 provides that the public will have an opportunity to address the board on any item described on a regular or special meeting agenda either before or during the consideration of that item. The Board reserves the right to limit the time of presentation by individual and cumulative (BB9323).
Requests for any disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services in order to participate in the public meeting may be made by contacting the Office of the County Superintendent at (209) 736-6007 at least two days prior to the scheduled meeting. Agendas and other writings may also be requested in alternative formats, as outlined in Section 12132 of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
6. PUBLIC HEARING
6.1 County Superintendent of Schools Initial Contract Proposal to the County Classified Employees’ Unit for 2009-2010
Following presentation at a public meeting on August 31, 2009, public input will be received.
7. NEW BUSINESS
7.1 Resolution No. 09/10-07 In the Matter of the Disposal of Surplus Buildings at the Old Mountain Ranch School Located at 7869 Whiskey Slide Road, Mountain Ranch
➔ Adoption is requested.
7.2 Resolution No. 09/10-06 For the Revised 2008-09 and Projected 2009-10 Appropriation Limit (Gann Limit)
➔ Adoption is requested.
7.3 2008-09 Unaudited Actuals Report
Presentation of final 2008-09 financial statements for information.
7.4 Calaveras County ROP Course List, 2009-2010
➔ Approval is requested.
7.5 Rural County School Board Association
➔ Presented for discussion and possible action.
7.6 California County Board of Education Legislator of the Year Award and Legislation Issues/Concerns
➔ Presented for discussion and possible action.
7.7 Legal Representation Agreement between the Calaveras County Board of Education and the Law Office of Byron C. Smith, 2009-2010
➔ Approval is requested.
7.8 September, 2009 Donations to Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program
➔ Acceptance is requested.
7.9 Curriculum and Instruction Update
Presented for information.
7.10 Budget Journals and Report
➔ Approval is requested.
7.11 Temporary County Certificates
➔ Approval is requested.
8. REPORTS AND INFORMATION
8.1 County Services
8.2 Special Education
8.3 Superintendent's Report
8.3.1 Curriculum and Instruction
9. COMMENTS BY STAFF AND VISITORS
10. COMMENTS BY BOARD MEMBERS
11. ADVANCE PLANNING
11.1 Next Regular Meeting: Monday, October 19, 2009
11.2 Staff Social - October 1, 2009
12. ADJOURNMENT
POSTED: September 23, 2009 4:00 p.m.
M I N U T E S
CALAVERAS COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
Regular Meeting Monday, August 31, 2009
The Calaveras County Board of Education's regular meeting was held on Monday, August 31, 2009 in the Calaveras County Office of Education Cheyenne Conference Room.
Members Present: President Steven E. Looper, Louis A. Boitano, George Fry, Kathy B. Huebert, Valerie Tudor
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Superintendent John Brophy, Claudia Davis, Kathryn Eustis, Debbie Koehler, Scott Nanik, Calaveras River Academy Instructors Rebecca Gray, Brian Kelly, and Ernie Kirtpatrick
Others Present: Gloria Aber, Calaveras River Academy and Adult Education graduates, families and friends, youth mentors, members of Calaveras Youth Mentoring Advisory Board, Campbell Bullock and Lezley Petersen from San Joaquin Community Data Co-Op
OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The regular session was brought to order by President Steven E. Looper at 4:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by George Fry, seconded by Valerie Tudor to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Motion carried 5-0.
PRESENTATIONS:
4.1 Calaveras River Academy Diplomas
Principal Scott Nanik presented CRA graduates Richard Mark Hunt and Darren Todd Bentor, Jr. with their diploma, as well as graduates Joshua William Barnett and Justin Cody Wilson with their diploma from the Adult Education Program. Congratulations were given to all graduates.
4.2 Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program Evaluation
Kathryn Eustis introduced Campbell Bullock, Executive Director, and his assistant, Lezley Petersen from San Joaquin Community Data Co-Op to the Board. Mr. Bullock and Ms. Petersen were present to report their evaluation of program effectiveness for the Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program that was recently conducted by the Data Co-Op. Mr. Bullock explained that their non-profit organization has extensive experience conducting program evaluations in central California.
Mr. Bullock shared the methods used in the evaluation, reviewed program operations, rated program trainings, discussed program impact and reported key findings as a result of the evaluation. Mr. Bullock indicated that he surveyed mentors, mentees, parents/guardians, and teachers. He reported that their findings show the Youth Mentoring Program has program procedures and protocols in place that are in full alignment with mentoring best practices, and is in alignment with 98.3% of the Elements of Effective Practice National Standards which is extremely high. Mr. Bullock also reported that the Mentoring Program keeps meticulous data, including extensive surveys, and has a fully detailed operations manual for the entire program. In conclusion, Mr. Bullock noted that the Youth Mentoring Program is extremely well received by program participants, parents, teachers, the Advisory Board, the Calaveras County Board of Education and County Superintendent, and that the program has a tremendous impact on the lives of young people in Calaveras County.
Following Mr. Bullock’s presentation, Kathryn Eustis thanked the mentors, Youth Mentoring Advisory Board, the Calaveras County Board of Education, and John Brophy for their on-going support. Kris Ford, member of the Advisory Board, also spoke to the County Board of Education on their support, as well as that of the community.
At 5:10 p.m., the Board recessed and reconvened at 5:22 p.m.
4.3 Summer Forestry Project
Prior to the presentation, Scott Nanik distributed a letter from Teresa McClung, District Ranger for Calaveras, regarding the Ranger District’s experience partnering with CCOE in the Summer Forestry Project. Her letter reflects the positive rewards the project gives to both the students and the Stanislaus National Forest.
Ernie Kirtpatrick, Calaveras River Academy teacher, presented a slide show, “Learning to Work,” to the Board that included several pictures of the students working in various settings within the forest, and concluded with pictures from a BBQ at Utica Lake. Ernie was a crew chief and responsible for the supervision of the student workers during the summer project.
John Brophy reported that this was the sixth year of the Forestry Project, and is hopeful there will be enough money to keep the program going next year. The Board thanked Ernie for his presentation and Valerie Tudor requested the Board do whatever they can to keep the project alive.
CORRESPONDENCE
As presented. John Brophy referenced the First Rural County School Board Association meeting on September 16th, and asked if any Board members would be interested in attending. Kathy Huebert and George Fry both indicated that they would attend the meeting. Steven Looper noted that he enjoyed the article “ART up and running,” and seeing our kids working on the project. The Board asked that congratulations be extended to Kim Mittry for being selected as runner-up for Best Teacher in Tuolumne and Calaveras Counties as voted in the 2009 Union Democrat Reader’s Choice Contest. John Brophy shared that he donated seed money for the new Afternoon Arts after-school program at Murphys Creek Theatre.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.1 Sufficiency of Textbooks and Instructional Materials
The Public Hearing opened at 5:50 p.m. Hearing no comments, the Public Hearing closed at 5:51 p.m.
6.2 County Classified Employees’ Unit Initial Contract Proposal to the County Superintendent of Schools for 2009-2010
The Public Hearing opened at 5:51 p.m. Hearing no comments, the Public Hearing closed at 5:52 p.m.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7.1 Board Policy 6142.92 Section: Mathematics Instruction - Presented for second reading and possible action.
Motion by Lou Boitano, seconded by Valerie Tudor to adopt Board Policy 6142.92. Motion carried 5-0.
NEW BUSINESS
8.1 Resolution No. 09/10-02 Determining Sufficiency of Instructional Materials for 2009-10
Motion by Valerie Tudor, seconded by Kathy Huebert to adopt Resolution No. 09/10-02. Motion carried 5-0.
8.2 Resolution No. 09/10-03 In Support of California Education Coalition for Health Care Reform - Health Care Costs, 2009-2010
John Brophy explained that this resolution came through the California County Superintendents’ Educational Services Association (CCSESA). Steven Looper expressed his concern over the high cost of health care, but feels that the adoption of this resolution could be presumed as endorsing a political act, and that he does not want to go down a path that takes away from direct service to students. Following further discussion, motion by Lou Boitano, seconded by Valerie Tudor to adopt Resolution No. 09/10-03. Motion carried 3-1-1 with Kathy Huebert abstaining and Steven Looper voting no.
8.3 Resolution No. 09/10-04 To Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration for Proposed Sphere of Influence Amendment, Annexation/Detachment to Sanitary Sewer Provider Districts, Annexation to San Andreas Lighting District, and Sanitary Sewer Line Construction for the Calaveras River Academy and Mountain Oaks Charter School, San Andreas, Calaveras County, California
Motion by George Fry, seconded by Lou Boitano to adopt Resolution No. 09/10-04. Motion carried 5-0.
8.4 Medi-Cal Administrative Services - JPA Addendum to the Master Claiming Agreement for 2009-2010
Motion by Lou Boitano, seconded by Kathy Huebert to approve the JPA Addendum to the Master Claiming Agreement for 2009-2010. Motion carried 5-0.
8.5 County Superintendent of Schools Initial Contract Proposal to the County Classified Employees’ Unit for 2009-2010
The initial proposal for 2009-2010 was presented for information.
8.6 Calaveras County Office of Education California Healthy Kids Survey, Summary Report 2008-2009
Scott Nanik summarized the survey to the Board. He explained that the survey is required because CCOE accepts funding from Federal Title IV Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities, and state Tobacco-Use Prevention Education funds. He indicated the survey is intended as a tool in planning and evaluating student support programs. Scott reported that out of approximately 85 students enrolled, 19 students completed the entire survey. He reported that the survey is massive and takes approximately six hours to proctor. Scott stated that on every Friday for approximately two months in Life Skills class, the survey was administered. Scott shared with the Board that the survey was given with the implied consent of parents.
The Board expressed concern over the results of the survey and the prevalence of drug and alcohol abuse by students. They were pleased that the students reported feeling safe at school and the staff cares for them as individuals. They asked how we will use the survey results. Scott indicated that they will try to hit all areas, but CRA is dealing with a tough population to reach. He feels they are making a difference with some kids and continue to look for programs. He reported that they have assistance from Mental Health and Reconnecting Youth. Motion by Kathy Huebert, seconded by Valerie Tudor to approve the CCOE California Healthy Kids Survey, Summary Report 2009-2010. Motion carried 5-0.
8.7 August, 2009 Donation to Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program
8.7.1 Clark Gehrke for $100 donation to the Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program
Motion by Valerie Tudor, seconded by Kathy Huebert to accept the donation as listed. Motion carried 5-0.
Following Item 8.7, the Board moved to Comments by Staff and Visitors
10. COMMENTS BY STAFF AND VISITORS
Leslie Davis, Acting Assessor for the Calaveras County Assessor’s Office, indicated that she was speaking to all school boards in the county regarding concerning trends in assessments, as a large part of school revenue is based on property taxes. She indicated that with declining assessments, we are in a place we have not been in many years and wanted schools to be aware of the negative trend occurring as a result of supplemental assessments.
8.8 Update on H1N1 Influenza Prevention
The Novel H1N1 influenza recommendations and guidelines for schools to follow for prevention activities were shared with the Board. John Brophy reported that a parent letter and fact sheet will be distributed to all parents in our schools.
8.9 California Department of Public Health Alternate Year Agreement Funding Application (AFA) Approval - Agreement #05-45236 for Fiscal Year 09-10
The agreement was presented for information to the Board.
8.10 California Department of Education’s Approval of the 2009-10 Calaveras County Office of Education Budget
The CDE’s approval letter of the 2009-10 Calaveras County Office of Education budget was presented for information to the Board.
8.11 Statement on Auditing Standards from Moss, Levy & Hartzheim LLP
The Statement on Auditing Standards was presented for information to the Board. Claudia Davis stated that this is a new requirement, and that auditing requirements will be expanding in the coming years.
8.12 Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program Report, August 2009
The Youth Mentoring Report was presented for information.
8.13 Calaveras County Office of Education 2009-2010 Student Testing Schedule
The testing schedule was presented to the Board for information.
8.14 Quarterly Uniform Complaint Report Summaries, Vallecito Union School District, April - June, 2009 and Calaveras County Office of Education Programs, January - March, 2009 and April - June, 2009
The quarterly report summaries were presented for information to the Board.
8.15 Budget Journals and Report
Motion by Lou Boitano, seconded by Valerie Tudor to approve the budget journals and report. Motion carried 5-0.
8.16 Temporary County Certificates
Motion by George Fry, seconded by Lou Boitano to approve the following Temporary County Certificates while applications are being processed by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Motion carried 5-0.
30-Day Substitute Permit
Dustin Alkema
Jorge Contreras
Keri Landis
Jeremy Maddux
Kathleen Schwartz
Robert Westerhoff
Alicia Williams
Preliminary Adult Ed: Full-time Extension
Amy Roehl
REPORTS AND INFORMATION
9.1 County Services
Scott Nanik reported that Calaveras River Academy’s current enrollment is 59 students, and during the summer school program, 70 students were served. Scott shared positive feedback from Calaveras Unified School District regarding the summer session. Scott also reported that Oakendell has 18 students, that there are 54 enrolled in Adult Education with 15 of those in the Mountain Playschool parenting program.
Scott also shared the CAHSEE 08-09 passing rates for tenth graders at 56% in Math and 68% in English/Language Arts at CRA, and that there are seven 12th graders that still need to pass CAHSEE.
Scott reported that 93% of students participated in the STAR testing, and preliminary reports indicate that Calaveras River Academy may be out of Program Improvement, although it is still a bit early to confirm.
In addition, Scott announced that they have instituted the flag salute daily at CRA, and that the leadership program is off to a great start, and that students will be producing a video yearbook this year to save money.
Scott reported that CCOE submitted a proposal to present a program “The Transformation of a Community School - Building a Positive, Learning Centered Culture,” at the CCBE Fall Conference in Monterey and were accepted. He stated that himself, Denise Combs, John Brophy and two students will do the presentation.
Lastly, Scott reported that he is working with Barbara Bernstein and the districts to better identify the homeless population in the county.
9.2 Special Education
Robin Searway was not present to report on Special Education, however, she did provide a written report to the Board.
9.3 Superintendent's Report
John Brophy reported that the schools experienced a good opening; however, schools are realizing the effects of the budget crisis. He indicated that Mark Twain is now out of class size reduction and may be issuing lay-off notices to instructional aides. Calaveras Unified School District is experiencing similar effects.
In regard to the water line for the new school, John reported that he and Claudia Davis met with the Calaveras County Public Utility District and engineer, and feel that the plans submitted will be accepted.
John announced that CCOE will be hosting the California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN) meetings in the upcoming months. He also indicated that he will be meeting with the Grandparent Project, whose members provide assistance to grandparents who find themselves raising children.
John reaffirmed with the Board that he will be retiring at the end of his current term as County Superintendent, and stated that at a Board meeting later this Fall, he will request that the Board set the Superintendent’s salary prior to the opening of the filing period in December.
COMMENTS BY BOARD MEMBERS
There were no comments by Board members.
ADVANCE PLANNING
The next regular meeting will be held on Monday, September 28, 2009.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
JOHN C. BROPHY
County Superintendent of Schools
By: Debbie Koehler
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