San Diego Unified School District public meetings in 2020

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee (ICOC) Meeting, 10:00 A.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee meets to review oversight of school bond construction projects. The only action items are approving minutes from the November meeting and a draft quarterly status update for July-September 2020. Most agenda items are informational reports on construction, communications, and financial controls.

• Approval of meeting minutes from November 19, 2020
• Draft 3rd quarter ICOC quarterly status update for Jul-Sep 2020
• Construction management report with capital bond contract awards
• HVAC quarterly status report
• Cost savings matrix quarterly report

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the meeting minutes from November 19, 2020, and the draft of the 3rd Quarter ICOC Quarterly Status Update. The committee received various construction and finance reports. No public testimony was provided.

• Approved meeting minutes for 11/19/20 meeting (6-0-0)
• Approved draft of 3rd Quarter ICOC Quarterly Status Update for Jul-Sep 2020 (7-0-0)

ICOC on Racial Justice and Equity, 5:00 P.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity holds its first meeting. Members will receive training on the Brown Act and then review, revise, and adopt draft bylaws. They will also adopt a meeting schedule for the 2021 calendar year. The committee was established by the Board of Education in July 2020 to review district strategies on racial justice and equity, including discipline, grading, curriculum, school police, and staff diversity.

• Brown Act training for committee members on open-meeting requirements
• Review and adoption of draft bylaws for the ICOC on Racial Justice and Equity
• Adoption of a 2021 meeting schedule (first Wednesday of each month, except August)
• Organizational structure update presented for information only
• Public testimony accepted via email by 12:00 p.m. the day before the meeting

District Advisory Council (DAC) for Compensatory Education Programs, 6:30 P.M.

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs will meet virtually to receive informational presentations on the district budget and family engagement events. The council will also vote to approve the agenda and minutes from the November 18 meeting, and conduct feedback break-out sessions. No action items with financial or policy changes are on the agenda.

• District Budget Updates presentation by Thomas Liberto, Director of Strategic Planning for Student Achievement
• Family Engagement News update by Pamela King, Program Manager
• Approval of December 16, 2020 agenda
• Approval of November 18, 2020 meeting minutes
• Feedback break-out sessions and debrief

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

At the December 15, 2020 regular meeting, the San Diego Unified School District Board will adopt its agenda, hear student presentations and employee recognitions, receive reports, and vote to approve the 2020‑21 School Plans for Student Achievement and categorical budget summaries for 160 schools. The approvals have no fiscal impact.

• Adopt agenda (action item).
• Presentation of Board President's Scholarship Awards – $3,000 endowment from California Coast Credit Union, three $1,000 checks to employees.
• Recognition of employees for years of service and special recognition for retirees (information, no fiscal impact).
• Approve 2020‑21 School Plans for Student Achievement and categorical budget summaries for 160 schools (action, no fiscal impact).
• Data Report: Students Receiving Special Education (information).

The Board of Education elected Trustee Barrera as President and Trustee Whitehurst-Payne as Vice President. The Board approved school plans for student achievement and categorical budget summaries for 160 schools. Additionally, a tentative agreement with the California School Employees Association regarding COVID-19 and the return to instruction was ratified.

• Approved 2020-21 School Plans for Student Achievement and budget summaries for 160 schools (5-0)
• Recognized December as Disability Awareness Month (5-0)
• Reappointed Dan McAllister and Sharon Whitehurst-Payne to Audit and Finance Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Trustees Barrera and Bazzo to CSBA and SDCSBA for term ending March 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Elected Trustee Barrera as Board President (5-0)
• Elected Trustee Whitehurst-Payne as Board Vice President (5-0)
• Ratified tentative agreement with California School Employees Association regarding COVID-19 (5-0)
• Approved 36 items on the Superintendent's Consent Agenda (5-0)

Meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), Executive Board, 4:00 P.M.

The DELAC Executive Board will decide on approving the minutes from its December 2, 2020 meeting. The board will also review information on board elections, legal tasks for upcoming general meetings, and strategies to increase parent involvement in ELAC and DELAC meetings. Public input is limited to written comments submitted by email due to coronavirus directives.

• Approval of minutes from the December 2, 2020 Executive Board meeting
• Updates on DELAC board elections and officer reports to the Board of Education
• Review of legal tasks for the November 5 and February 4, 2021 general meetings
• Information on increasing parent involvement in ELAC and DELAC general meetings
• Written public comment submission via [email protected] by 12:00 p.m. on the meeting day

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will vote on the Fiscal Year 2020-21 First Interim Financial Report, which shows a projected unrestricted general fund ending balance of $56.8M but deficit spending of $48.9M, and includes a resolution to declare qualified certification. The board will also consider adopting a sideletter with the San Diego Education Association costing $5.9M to transition remaining year-round schools to a traditional calendar, and approve proposed 2021 legislative principles covering topics from COVID-19 recovery to school funding. Other actions include readopting board bylaws with revisions to student board member provisions, accepting certified election results for sub-districts A, D, and E, and swearing in newly elected board members.

• Fiscal Year 2020-21 First Interim Report: qualified certification, $48.9M deficit spending, projected $56.8M unrestricted ending balance
• Sideletter with SDEA for year-round to traditional calendar transition: $5,900,000 fiscal impact
• Proposed 2021 Legislative Principles and Priorities covering achievement, charter schools, COVID-19 recovery, school funding, and mental health
• Annual readoption of Board Bylaws with revisions to Bylaw 1035 (student board member mileage and agenda access) and Governance Policy GC-5 (adding student representatives to committees)
• Acceptance of certified November 3, 2020 general election results and swearing in of elected board members Sabrina Bazzo (A), Richard Barrera (D), Sharon Whitehurst-Payne (E)

The Board of Education approved the 2021 Legislative Principles and Priorities and the Fiscal Year 2020-21 First Interim Financial Report. Members also approved several construction lease agreements and an early retirement incentive for eligible employees. Additionally, the Board certified the November 3, 2020, general election results.

• Approved 2021 Legislative Principles and Priorities (5-0)
• Approved Fiscal Year 2020-21 First Interim Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved early retirement incentive for eligible employees (5-0)
• Accepted November 3, 2020, General Election certified results (5-0)
• Approved transition from year-round to traditional calendar sideletter with SDEA (5-0)
• Approved annual readoption of Board Bylaws and revisions to Bylaw 1035 and Policy GC-5 (5-0)
• Approved External Auditor Annual Financial Statements for FY 2019-20 (5-0)
• Approved construction services for Civita Elementary, John Muir Language Academy, and La Jolla Elementary (5-0)

District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), General Membership Meeting, 4:30 p.m.

The District English Learner Advisory Committee will hold elections for board positions and vote on approving the November 5, 2020 general meeting minutes. The committee will also receive information on annual tasks, including compliance with teacher requirements and planning for English learner programs. Public comment is accepted only in writing via email due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Board elections for DELAC positions
• Approval of November 5, 2020 general meeting minutes
• Information on compliance with teacher and teacher aide requirements for English learners
• Information on the plan for education programs and services for English learners
• Public comment accepted via email only ([email protected]) by noon on meeting day

DAC Executive Board Meeting Agenda, 6:30 P.M.

The San Diego Unified School District DAC Executive Board is meeting virtually on December 2, 2020, to handle procedural business only. Items include approving the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 4, 2020, as well as discussing general meeting agenda planning and housekeeping. No major policy decisions, budget items, or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of the December 2, 2020 meeting agenda
• Approval of the November 4, 2020 meeting minutes
• Discussion of general meeting agenda planning
• Housekeeping discussion
• Public comment accepted in writing only before 12:00 pm on meeting day

Special Meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), Executive Board, 4:00 P.M.

The District English Learner Advisory Committee Executive Board will hold a special meeting via Zoom. They will vote on approval of minutes from previous meetings and discuss parent recruitment strategies. Public comments are accepted in writing only due to COVID-19.

• Approval of minutes from November 12 and November 18, 2020 Executive Board meetings
• Discussion of parent recruitment strategies as an information item
• Review of ELAC Input Forms (pink slips) under announcements
• Meeting held via Zoom teleconference due to COVID-19 directives
• Public comments accepted in writing via [email protected] until 12:00 p.m. on meeting day

Special Meeting: Board Governance, following Regular Charter and Propositions S & Z and Measure YY Updates Meeting

The San Diego Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting focused solely on governance issues. Board trustees and the superintendent will discuss governance, with no specific action items or votes scheduled. The meeting follows updates on the Charter, Propositions S & Z, and Measure YY but no substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Discussion of board governance by trustees and superintendent
• Reference to attached documents: Board Governance Policies, Board Bylaws, and Superintendent Best Practices

The Board of Education addressed several requests regarding the Student Board Member's role and access. The Board decided the student member cannot attend closed sessions or serve as co-President or co-Vice President, but will receive mileage reimbursement.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Denied Student Board Member attendance at Closed Session
• Denied Student Board Member appointment as co-President or co-Vice President
• Determined students may be appointed to Board Advisory Committees per committee bylaws
• Approved mileage reimbursement for Student Board Member
• Denied ASB Presidents access to draft Agendas

Regular Charter and Propositions S & Z and Measure YY Updates Meeting, 4:00 P.M.

The San Diego Unified School District Board of Education will hold public hearings to consider renewals of three charter schools: King-Chavez Academy of Excellence, King-Chavez Preparatory Academy, and Audeo Charter School. No fiscal or staffing impacts are reported. Staff will bring forward a recommendation to grant or deny the renewals at a subsequent meeting. The agenda also includes routine items like call to order and agenda adoption, but no separate updates on Propositions S & Z or Measure YY are listed.

• Public hearing to consider renewal of King-Chavez Academy of Excellence (K-8, 2716 Marcy Ave) for a five-year term starting July 1, 2021
• Public hearing to consider renewal of King-Chavez Preparatory Academy (grades 6-8, 500 30th St) for a five-year term starting July 1, 2021
• Public hearing to consider renewal of Audeo Charter School (no background details provided in the agenda)
• Staff review of renewal documents ongoing; recommendation deferred to a later date
• No fiscal impact or staffing impact stated for any of the renewal items

The Board of Education approved the issuance of up to $125 million in Proposition S bonds and updated the construction bond project plan. The Board also approved the charter renewal, elementary-to-middle school merger, and high school expansion for Albert Einstein Academies. Public hearings were held for four other charter school renewals with decisions deferred.

• Approved revised Propositions S, Z and Measure YY Construction Bond Project Plan (5-0)
• Approved issuance and sale of up to $125,000,000 of Proposition S Current Interest Bonds (5-0)
• Approved Albert Einstein Academies charter renewal, elementary/middle school merger, and expansion to grades 9-12 (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee (ICOC) Meeting, 10:00 A.M.

The ICOC will approve minutes from its October 15 meeting and receive informational reports on construction, legal actions, communications, and finance. Draft financial and performance audits for Measures S and Z will be presented, though no action is recommended on them.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 10/15/20
• Draft financial audit presentation for Measures S and Z (fiscal year 2020)
• Draft performance audit presentation for Measures S and Z
• Construction management report and contract awards update
• Quarterly HVAC, i21, and cost savings matrix reports

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the financial audit presentation and the performance audit presentation. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from October 15, 2020.

• Approved meeting minutes for 10/15/20 meeting
• Approved financial audit presentation (6-0)
• Approved performance audit presentation (6-0)

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education's executive committee will meet virtually via Zoom. The agenda includes a staff presentation on retirements and staffing, public testimony accepted only in writing, and action items on approving prior minutes, reviewing membership applications, and assigning sub-committee chairs.

• Staff presentation on retirements and staffing by Acacia Thede
• Action on approving draft minutes from October 22 executive committee meeting
• Review and action on prospective/renewing membership applications
• Sub-committee chair assignments to be voted on
• Debrief of November general meeting and preview of January agenda

Special Meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), Executive Board, 4:00 P.M.

The District English Learner Advisory Committee Executive Board is holding a special meeting to review proposed bylaws and ratify prior meeting minutes. No action items are scheduled; the meeting is informational only. The board is accepting written public comments via email due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Review of proposed DELAC bylaws (English and Spanish versions attached)
• Ratification of minutes from the November 18, 2020 special meeting
• Written public comments accepted via [email protected] until 12:00 p.m. on meeting day
• Next meeting scheduled for December 10, 2020

District Advisory Council (DAC) for Compensatory Education Programs, 6:30 P.M.

The San Diego Unified School District District Advisory Council met via Zoom on November 18, 2020. Members approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 21, 2020 meeting, and conducted elections for DAC officers. The council also received informational presentations on family engagement, the California Healthy Kids Survey, Title I budget updates, and a second reading of the District Parent and Family Engagement Policy. Public comments were accepted only in writing due to COVID‑19 restrictions.

• Approval of the November 18, 2020 meeting agenda
• Approval of minutes from the October 21, 2020 meeting
• Election of District Advisory Council officers
• Presentation on Title I Budget Updates
• Second reading of the District Parent and Family Engagement Policy

Audit and Finance Committee, Regular Meeting, 4:00 p.m.

The Audit and Finance Committee will vote on reappointing members Dan McAllister and Sharon Whitehurst-Payne for a two-year term. The committee will also review and discuss the 2019-20 draft external audit report from Crowe LLP and may vote to recommend the board accept it. Other business includes approving prior meeting minutes and receiving a staff update on risk assessment and internal audit plans.

• Approval of minutes from the September 23, 2020 regular meeting
• Reappointment of Dan McAllister and Sharon Whitehurst-Payne for January 1, 2021 – December 31, 2022 term
• Review and discussion of the 2019-20 draft external audit report by Crowe LLP, with possible board recommendation
• Staff update on risk assessment and internal audit plans
• Public comment period for non-agenda items (written submissions by email)

Special Meeting - State of the District Address, 5:00 P.M.

This special meeting features only the State of the District Address by Board President John Lee Evans and Superintendent Cindy Marten. No public testimony will be heard. The presentation covers district accomplishments, the vision for public education, and goals for the 2020-21 school year. The meeting will adjourn after the address; the next regular meeting is December 1, 2020.

• State of the District Address by Board President John Lee Evans and Superintendent Cindy Marten
• No public testimony permitted at this special meeting
• Next regular meeting scheduled for December 1, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.

The Board of Education convened for a special meeting featuring the 2020 State of the District address. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded during the session.

Meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), Executive Board, 4:00 P.M.

The San Diego Unified School District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Executive Board met via Zoom on November 12, 2020. The board will vote to approve the minutes from the October 8, 2020 Executive Board meeting. Additional agenda items include a review of board elections, bylaws, parent involvement strategies, and ELAC input forms.

• Approval of Minutes: October 8, 2020 Executive Board Meeting (Action Item)
• DELAC Board Elections (Information Item)
• Bylaws Review (Information Item)
• How to Increase Parent Involvement to ELAC & DELAC general meetings (Information Item)
• ELAC Input Forms – pink slips (Information Item)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will vote on approving the Big Idea recommendations for transforming school police and directing staff to implement them, including any necessary bargaining. The board will also receive an update on ethnic studies implementation. The consent agenda includes adoption of meeting minutes and a resolution recognizing November 19, 2020 as National Family/Parent Involvement Day.

• Approve Big Idea recommendations to transform school police and direct implementation
• Receive update on ethnic studies implementation
• Recognize 10 district schools with National Healthy Schools Award (Carson, Field, Ocean Beach Elementary, Challenger Middle, Cherokee Point, Encanto, Hancock, Hawthorne, Rowan, Sandburg Elementary)
• Adopt resolution recognizing November 19, 2020 as National Family/Parent Involvement Day
• Accept American Heart Association's Gold Award for workplace health achievement

The Board of Education approved a school reopening plan and recommendations for transforming school police. It also authorized various construction projects, including solar installations and a joint use field at Sequoia Elementary. Several administrative agreements and personnel actions were ratified via the Superintendent's Consent Agenda.

• Approved School Reopening Plan (5-0)
• Approved Big Idea Recommendations for Transforming School Police and Ethnic Studies update (5-0)
• Approved procedures for evaluating lease-leaseback contractors (5-0)
• Approved solar photovoltaic installations at 12 district school sites (5-0)
• Approved construction of joint use field at Sequoia Elementary (5-0)
• Approved modernization project for Linda Vista Elementary School (5-0)
• Approved designation of annual organizational meeting for Dec 15, 2020 (5-0)
• Tabled proposed 2021 Legislative Priorities

District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), General Membership Meeting, 4:00 p.m.

The District English Learner Advisory Committee will hold board elections and vote on meeting minutes. Members will also discuss reclassification criteria, programs for English learners, written notifications to parents, and the Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19, with written public comments accepted.

• DELAC Board Elections (action item)
• Approval of minutes from September 15 and February 20, 2020 meetings
• Review of Reclassification Criteria for English Learners
• Review of District Programs for English Learners (English 3D and LTEL Supports)
• Review of Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION GENERAL MEETING 7:00 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education will receive a presentation on health and safety protocols for special education students across reopening phases 1-4. The committee will also hear a district report on due process complaints, staffing vacancies, and early childhood assessment data. Public testimony is accepted only in writing due to COVID-19.

• Presentation on health and safety for special education during phases 1-4
• Parent briefing on IEPs, complaint process, and COVID law updates by Disability Rights California
• District report on due process, noncompliance complaint, and OCR complaint numbers
• Action items: approve meeting minutes and sub-committee assignments
• Written public testimony deadline: 1 p.m. Nov 4

DAC Executive Board Meeting Agenda, 6:30 P.M.

This is a procedural meeting of the San Diego Unified School District's DAC Executive Board. The board will vote on approving the agenda and the minutes from October 7, 2020. District guests will be introduced, and there will be discussions on general meeting planning and housekeeping. Public comment is accepted only in writing due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approval of agenda for November 4, 2020
• Approval of minutes for October 7, 2020
• Introduction of district guests: Thomas Liberto, Mary Johnson, Noemi Villegas
• Discussion of general meeting agenda planning
• Housekeeping discussion

Regular Charter Meeting, 4:00 P.M.

The board will hold a public hearing on the renewal of the charter for Albert Einstein Academy Charter Middle School, which proposes merging its elementary and middle schools, changing the name to Albert Einstein Academies, and adding grades 9-12. The board will also review a draft implementation plan for Assembly Bill 1505, which updates charter school legislation. Other agenda items are procedural.

• Public hearing on renewal of Albert Einstein Academy Charter Middle School, including grade level changes and name change to Albert Einstein Academies.
• Charter seeks to merge elementary and middle schools and add high school grades 9-12.
• Review of implementation plan for Assembly Bill 1505 regarding charter schools.
• Non-agenda public testimony period.
• Next regular meeting scheduled for November 10, 2020.

The Board of Education met via Zoom to adopt the meeting agenda. No substantive decisions were made regarding charter school petitions or implementation plans during this session.

• Approved adoption of agenda (5-0)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will vote to approve 2020-21 School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSAs) and categorical budgets for 16 Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) schools, a state requirement. It will also recognize 188 employees for years of service and receive reports from student leaders and the superintendent.

• Approve SPSAs for 16 CSI schools: Euclid, Fay, Porter, Rodriguez, Wegeforth, Johnson Elementary; Knox, Millennial Tech, Mann Middle; John Muir Language Academy; Audubon, Perkins K-8; Garfield High; Whittier K-12; Home/Hospital Transition Support
• Recognition of 188 employees with 5 to 40 years of service (September anniversaries)
• Student video presentation from Point Loma High School
• Administrative assignments report with management appointments
• Associated Student Body presidents' reports from San Diego High and East Village High

The Board of Education approved a restorative uniform discipline policy and English learner reclassification criteria. It also approved school plans for student achievement for 16 schools and a series of superintendent consent items including mental health service agreements and facility improvements.

• Approved Restorative Uniform Discipline Policy (5-0)
• Approved 2020-21 School Plan for Student Achievement for 16 CSI Schools (5-0)
• Approved 2020-21 Proposed English Learner Reclassification Criteria (5-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing November 2020 as Native American Indian Heritage Month (5-0)
• Approved multiple amendments to County of San Diego mental health service agreements for COVID-19 expenses (5-0)
• Approved agreements for fencing and single point of entry at multiple sites (5-0)
• Approved construction of solar power systems at Zamorano Elementary, Mira Mesa, and Serra High Schools (5-0)
• Approved 2020-21 District Course of Study, TK through Grade 12 (5-0)

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education Executive Committee will hear a staff presentation on ECSE, grading policy, and asynchronous learning, and consider operational items including membership applications, sub-committee chair assignments, and approval of prior meeting minutes. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom with written public testimony only due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Presentation on ECSE, grading policy, and asynchronous learning by staff member Sarah Ott
• Review and action on applications of prospective/renewing members
• Approve draft minutes of prior Executive Committee meeting
• Sub-committee chair assignments
• Public testimony accepted only in writing by 1 p.m. October 21

The committee approved the October meeting minutes and appointed chairs for Public Awareness and Outreach, Bylaws, and Membership sub-committees. The committee formally requested district data on Phase 1 eligibility, participation, and staffing levels. Members also registered concerns regarding the proposed new grading policy and teacher accessibility during asynchronous learning.

• Approved October Minutes
• Appointed Lisa Nielson as Public Awareness and Outreach Chair
• Appointed Moira Allbritton as Bylaws Chair
• Appointed Connie Gearhart as Membership Chair
• Requested data on Phase 1 eligibility, participation, and staffing

Charter School Facility Committee (CSFC) Regular Meeting, 11 a.m.

The Charter School Facility Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, receive updates on funding status and discretionary spending, and discuss charter school facility projects. No concrete decisions are expected; most items are informational.

• Approval of September 29, 2020 meeting minutes
• Funding status report and site discretionary spending report
• Proposition 51 update on utilization of funds
• Projects update and charter school construction management report
• Discussion of proposed 2021 meeting schedule

The committee approved the minutes from the September 29, 2020, meeting. Other agenda items consisted of information reports regarding funding status, discretionary spending, and project updates.

• Approved September 29, 2020 Meeting Minutes (6-0-0-1)

District Advisory Council (DAC) for Compensatory Education Programs, 6:30 P.M.

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs meets via Zoom to conduct business including approving minutes from February 2020, establishing an election committee, and calling for nominations. The agenda also includes informational presentations on family engagement news, the charter school application renewal process, and a first read of the District Parent and Family Engagement Plan. Written public comments are accepted via email before noon on the meeting day.

• Establish election committee and call for nominations (Action items)
• Approval of minutes from February 19, 2020 (Action)
• First read (information only) of the District Parent and Family Engagement Plan
• Presentation on the charter school application renewal process by Charter Schools Director Deidre Walsh
• Family Engagement News update by Program Manager Pamela King

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee (ICOC) Meeting, 10:00 A.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee will consider approving minutes from its September 17 meeting. The agenda also includes informational updates on construction projects, bond program controls, and communications.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 9/17/20
• Quarterly HVAC, i21, and Cost Savings reports
• Construction management and contract awards report
• Monthly controls status report for Measure YY, Props S and Z
• Public testimony accepted only in writing via email

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the minutes from the September 17, 2020 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports from the Chief, Construction, Finance/Audit, and Executive/Governance subcommittees.

• Approved meeting minutes for 9/17/20 (7-0)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board is considering revisions to grading regulations following the Freedom Summer 2020 workshop. Additionally, a public hearing will address the certification of sufficient standards-aligned textbooks and instructional materials.

• Revision of Administrative Regulation 5121 regarding grades and evaluation of student achievement
• Approval of Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity composition
• Public hearing for resolution certifying sufficiency of textbooks and instructional materials
• Update on advanced studies opportunities for students in grades 9-12

The Board of Education approved revisions to Administrative Regulation 5121 to remove non-academic factors from student grades. The Board also appointed members to the Independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity and approved several operational agreements.

• Approved revisions to AR 5121 regarding grades and evaluation of student achievement (5-0)
• Approved proposed members of the Independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity (5-0)
• Approved certification of standards-aligned textbooks and instructional materials (5-0)
• Approved Indigenous People’s Day resolution, meeting minutes, and charter school agreements (5-0)
• Approved authority for Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Officer to enter CDE agreements (5-0)
• Approved sideletter for transition from year-round to traditional calendar for 2020-21 (5-0)
• Approved permanent easement and right-of-way for City of San Diego at Logan-Memorial Educational Campus (5-0)

Meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), Executive Board, 5:00 P.M.

The DELAC Executive Board is meeting via Zoom to approve minutes from the previous meeting, review results of DELAC elections, and discuss legal tasks including a district-wide needs assessment for English learners. The board will also debrief recent general meetings and discuss increasing parent involvement at ELAC and DELAC meetings.

• Approval of minutes from September 10, 2020 Executive Board Meeting
• Review results of DELAC elections
• Debrief of September 17 and October 1, 2020 General Meetings
• Discussion of DELAC legal tasks: district-wide needs assessment on a school-by-school basis
• Discussion on how to increase parent involvement at ELAC and DELAC general meetings

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION GENERAL MEETING 7:00 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education will hold a general meeting via Zoom. They will receive information on assistive technology for online learning, presentations on staffing, and a district report on complaint numbers, vacancies, and early childhood assessments. The committee will take action on approving previous meeting minutes, a new grading policy, a semiannual report to the Board of Education, referrals, and sub-committee assignments. Public testimony is accepted only in writing before the meeting.

• Parent briefing on assistive technology for online learning at 6 pm
• Presentation on Phase One and Fifth Friday staffing
• District report with due process, noncompliance, and OCR complaint numbers
• Action on new grading policy
• Action on semiannual report to the Board of Education

DAC Executive Board Meeting Agenda, 6:30 P.M.

The DAC Executive Board is holding a virtual meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from September 2, 2020. The meeting includes public comment via written submission only due to COVID-19, interpretation information, and general housekeeping. No substantive policy decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Approval of agenda for October 7, 2020
• Approval of minutes from September 2, 2020
• Written public comment due by 12:00 PM on meeting day
• Discussion of general meeting agenda planning
• Housekeeping discussion

District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), General Membership Meeting, 5:30 p.m.

The District English Learner Advisory Committee will hold board elections and vote to approve minutes from two prior meetings. The committee will also receive information on reclassification criteria, district programs for English learners, and resources for parents. Public comment is accepted only in writing due to the coronavirus outbreak.

• DELAC board elections via roll call
• Approval of February 20, 2020 general meeting minutes
• Approval of September 15, 2020 special meeting minutes
• Discussion of annual tasks: reclassification criteria and district programs for English learners
• Presentation of resources for parents of English learners

Charter School Facility Committee (CSFC) Regular Meeting, 11 a.m.

The Charter School Facility Committee will approve minutes from the February 27 and August 25, 2020 meetings. It will receive a funding status report, a discretionary spending report, and an update on Proposition 51 fund utilization. The committee will also get a projects update and a charter school construction management report.

• Approval of February 27, 2020 meeting minutes
• Approval of August 25, 2020 meeting minutes
• Funding status and discretionary spending report (Exhibit 9-2020)
• Proposition 51 utilization update
• Charter school construction management report (9-24-20)

The committee approved the meeting minutes from February 27, 2020, and August 25, 2020. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved February 27, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0-2-1)
• Approved August 25, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0-2-1)

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education Executive Committee will hear a staff presentation on the District's grading policy, Phase 1 return to school, and technology. The committee will also take action on membership applications, approve prior meeting minutes, and discuss future parent training. Public testimony is accepted only in writing by September 23 due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Presentation on District Grading Policy, Phase 1 Return to School and Technology (staff: Sarah Ott, Nicole DeWitt)
• Review and action on prospective and renewing membership applications
• Approve draft minutes of prior Executive Committee meeting (Aug 27, 2020)
• Future parent training discussion with possible action
• Sub-committee chair assignments – action

Audit and Finance Committee, Regular Meeting, 4:00 p.m.

The Audit and Finance Committee will receive a verbal update on the status of the 2019-20 external audit from the external auditors. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from its July 22 regular meeting. Follow-up items include a staff update on risk assessment and a report on moving from paper to online document approvals.

• Approval of minutes from July 22, 2020 regular meeting
• Status report on 2019-20 external audit (verbal update from Crowe Horwath)
• Staff update on risk assessment and internal audit plans
• Staff report on transitioning from paper to virtual/online document approvals

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the July 22, 2020, meeting. Members discussed the lack of updates on risk assessments and internal audits, with some requesting the rehiring of an Internal Auditor. Staff provided an information memo regarding the transition to virtual document approval processes.

• Approved July 22, 2020, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

This regular meeting includes recognition of 1,418 employees for years of service, approval of previous meeting minutes, and appointment of two representatives to the Charter School Facility Committee. The board will also hear reports from closed session, ASB presidents, superintendent, and board members.

• Recognition of 1,418 employees for 5 to 40 years of service (information item only)
• Approval of minutes from meetings held Feb–Mar 2020
• Appointment of Alexa Greenland (Kavod Charter School) and Christine Kane (San Diego Global Vision Academy) to the Charter School Facility Committee for terms Sept 2020–Apr 2022
• Charter School Facility Committee oversees $350M (Proposition Z) and $588M (Measure YY) in bond funds for charter school facilities

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee (ICOC) Meeting, 10:00 A.M.

The ICOC will approve meeting minutes from August 20, 2020, and receive informational reports on construction, finance, and communications related to San Diego Unified School District bond projects (Props. S and Z). Written public comments submitted by email will be read into the record. No other action items are on the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 8/20/20
• Construction Management Report (Webb) with contract awards document
• HVAC Quarterly Report (Hawkins)
• i21 Quarterly Report (Allen)
• Monthly Controls Status Report on Measure YY, Props. S & Z (Splittgerber)

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the minutes from the August 20, 2020 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports regarding construction, finance, and governance.

• Approved meeting minutes for 8/20/20 (8-0)

District Advisory Council (DAC) for Compensatory Education Programs, 6:30 P.M.

The San Diego Unified School District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs meets virtually to approve an agenda, minutes, and receive informational presentations. Key items include a presentation on the draft Learning Continuity Plan (LCP) for the pandemic, an update on Family Engagement events, and a Uniform Complaint Procedure overview. Written public comment is accepted only via email before noon on meeting day.

• Approval of revised September 16, 2020 agenda and February 19, 2020 minutes
• Presentation on the draft SDUSD Learning Continuity Plan (LCP) for COVID-19 school year
• Update on Family Engagement events from Program Manager Pamela King
• Presentation on Uniform Complaint Procedure by Title IX Coordinator Lynn Ryan
• Written public comment accepted via [email protected] until noon

District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), Special General Membership Meeting, 5:30 p.m.

This special meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee will approve minutes from February and discuss several information items, including the district's Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan for English learners, a district-wide needs assessment, and an update on officer elections. Public comment is accepted only in writing due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approval of February 20, 2020 general meeting minutes
• Review and feedback on the Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan (LCP) for English learners
• Overview of OLA's plan for English learners and services for the 2020-21 school year
• District-wide needs assessment for English learners
• Officer elections update and nomination forms

Meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), Executive Board, 5:00 P.M.

The DELAC Executive Board is meeting to review committee norms and conduct officer training. The agenda includes discussions on parent involvement, board elections, and a debrief of the September 3 general meeting.

• Approval of August 13, 2020, Executive Board Meeting minutes
• Officer Training regarding Greene Act and Brown Act by Karin Aderson
• Discussion on increasing parent involvement in DELAC general meetings
• Review of DELAC Board Elections

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION GENERAL MEETING 7:00 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting to hear a presentation on online learning for students with disabilities. The committee will review district reports on learning continuity, attendance, complaints, staffing vacancies, staff leave, and early childhood special education assessments. It will also take actions to approve outstanding meeting minutes, address a vice‑chair vacancy, and consider referrals from public testimony.

• Presentation on online learning for students with disabilities (7:05 p.m.)
• District Report covering Learning Continuity, Attendance Plan, complaints, vacancies, staff leave, and early childhood assessments (8:20 p.m.)
• Approve any outstanding general meeting minutes (action at 8:30 p.m.)
• Address Vice‑Chair vacancy (action at 8:30 p.m.)
• Refer public testimony items to Executive Committee (action at 8:50 p.m.)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will vote on ratifying tentative collective bargaining agreements with three CSEA units for July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021. Consent agenda items include resolutions recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month, Patriot Day, and Suicide Prevention Month, plus approval of prior meeting minutes. Reports and procedural actions round out the agenda.

• Ratification of CSEA Successor Term Collective Bargaining Agreements for Operations Support Services, Paraeducators, and Office-Technical and Business Services units
• Resolution recognizing September 15–October 15, 2020 as National Hispanic Heritage Month
• Resolution recognizing September 11, 2020 as Patriot Day
• Resolution recognizing September 2020 as National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month
• Approval of minutes from regular and special Board of Education meetings

The Board of Education approved several collective bargaining agreements and memoranda of understanding with district employee associations. The Board also adopted the meeting agenda and approved several commemorative resolutions.

• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Regular and Special Meetings (5-0)
• Approved resolution for National Hispanic Heritage Month (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Patriot Day (5-0)
• Approved resolution for National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month (5-0)
• Ratified tentative agreements with CSEA OSS, PARA, and OTBS units (5-0)
• Ratified MOUs with CSEA Chapter 724 and 759 regarding 2020-2021 Reduction in Force (5-0)
• Ratified agreement with SDEA regarding COVID-19 and return to instruction (5-0)

District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), General Membership Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The District English Learner Advisory Committee will hold a general membership meeting via Zoom. The committee will review and discuss the Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan (LCAP) for English learners, the district-wide needs assessment, and annual uniform complaint procedures. They will also consider approval of February 2020 meeting minutes and receive an update on officer and student elections.

• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2020 general meeting
• Review of LCAP: Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan for 2020-21
• District Advisory Annual Tasks: Annual Notification of Uniform Complaint Procedures
• DELAC 2020-21 Legal Tasks: District-Wide Needs Assessment
• Elections update for officers and student representatives

DAC Executive Board Meeting Agenda, 6:30 P.M.

This is a largely procedural meeting. The board will vote to approve its September 2 agenda and May 27 minutes, hear from district guests, and discuss planning for the next general meeting. No major policy decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Approval of the September 2, 2020 executive agenda.
• Approval of the May 27, 2020 executive meeting minutes.
• District guests include Thomas Liberto, Mary Johnson, and an undetermined speaker.
• Discussion of general meeting agenda planning.
• Housekeeping discussion.

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) Executive Committee will hear written public testimony submitted by August 26. The committee will approve draft minutes from prior meetings and review applications for prospective or renewing members. A staff presentation will outline the district’s plan for online learning in the fall.

• Written public testimony (deadline 1 p.m. Aug 26)
• Approve draft minutes of prior executive committee meeting(s)
• Review applications of prospective/renewing members
• Staff presentation of plan for online learning for fall
• Roundtable discussion

Charter School Facility Committee (CSFC) Regular Meeting, 11:30 a.m.

The Charter School Facility Committee will consider recommending Christine Kane and Alexa Greenland to the SDUSD Board to fill two vacant seats on the committee. The meeting also includes updates on funding status, discretionary spending, and charter school construction projects. Action items include approving February meeting minutes and discussing a virtual site visit.

• Recommendation to SDUSD Board for CSFC member vacancies: Christine Kane and Alexa Greenland
• Approval of February 27, 2020 meeting minutes
• Funding status report and discretionary spending update (exhibits attached)
• Proposition 51 update on utilization of funds
• Charter school construction report (exhibit attached)

The Charter School Facility Committee approved the recommendation of two new members for Board of Education ratification. The approval of February 27, 2020, meeting minutes was deferred.

• Approved recommendation of Christine Kane and Alexa Greenland for CSFC vacancies (5-0)
• Deferred approval of February 27, 2020 meeting minutes

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee (ICOC) Meeting, 10:00 A.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its July 16 meeting. The remainder of the agenda consists of informational updates on bond-funded construction projects, communications, financial controls, and a virtual tour of Mann Middle School. No major policy decisions or new expenditures are scheduled for a vote.

• Approval of meeting minutes from July 16, 2020
• Construction management report on Prop. S and Z projects
• Finance/audit subcommittee controls status report (1,396 KB attachment)
• Draft 2nd quarterly status report for ICOC oversight
• Virtual tour presentation of Mann Middle School (Hoover High set for next meeting)

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the meeting minutes from July 16, 2020, and the draft of the 2nd Quarterly Status Report. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports from the chiefs, communications, construction, and finance/audit subcommittees.

• Approved meeting minutes for 7/16/20 (6-0)
• Approved 2nd Quarterly Status Report (6-0)

Meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), Executive Board, 5:00 P.M.

The District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Executive Board will meet via Zoom on August 13, 2020. Action items include approving the May 14, 2020 meeting minutes. Information items cover developing Zoom meeting agreements, a proposed executive board planning structure, a needs assessment, and increasing parent involvement at general meetings.

• Approval of minutes from May 14, 2020 Executive Board Meeting
• Develop Zoom meeting agreements and norms for DELAC
• Proposed Executive Board planning structure
• DELAC needs assessment and link to legal tasks, with suggested topics for September 3 general meeting
• Discussion on increasing parent involvement at DELAC general meetings

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board of Education will consider consent agenda items including a charter revision for seven High Tech High schools to change their Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA). The board will also receive an information report on the implementation of 2020-21 Community Advisory Committee for Special Education recommendations. Other consent items include ratification of release time agreements for SDEA President Kisha Borden and Vice President Kyle Weinberg, and approval of meeting minutes.

• Charter revision for High Tech Elementary, High Tech Elementary Explorer, High Tech Middle, High Tech Middle Media Arts, High Tech High, High Tech High International, and High Tech High Media Arts to move from Desert Mountain SELPA to El Dorado County Charter SELPA
• Information report on implementation of four CAC recommendations for special education during COVID-19
• Ratification of agreements with San Diego Education Association for release time for President Kisha Borden (Aug 2020–Jul 2022) and Vice President Kyle Weinberg (Aug 2020–Jul 2021)
• Acceptance of monthly reports from nine Board Advisory Committees
• Approval of minutes from regular and special meetings on Dec 3, Dec 10, and Dec 17, 2019

The Board of Education approved several charter school revisions, including a name change for National University Academy and a conditional enrollment increase for O'Farrell Charter School. The board also passed resolutions to support the San Diego Community Schools Coalition and develop a new charter school oversight plan.

• Approved charter revisions for High Tech High and Harriet Tubman Village Charter School (5-0)
• Approved renaming National University Academy to Suncoast STEAM Academy and denied its governance merger (5-0)
• Approved O'Farrell Charter School enrollment increase subject to specific reduction and lottery conditions (4-1)
• Approved resolution to participate in the San Diego Community Schools Coalition (5-0)
• Approved resolution requiring a 90-day implementation plan for new charter school legislation (5-0)
• Approved minutes, advisory reports, and SDEA release time agreements (5-0)
• Approved MOUs for 2020-21 reduction in force and return to instruction agreements (5-0)
• Approved time and a half, vacation accrual, and longevity stipends for non-represented employees (5-0)

Audit and Finance Committee, Regular Meeting, 4:00 p.m.

The Audit and Finance Committee will hear a status report on the 2019-20 external audit and a report on 2018-19 internal ASB audits. It will also vote to approve minutes from the March 11, 2020 regular meeting. Public comments are accepted via email until noon.

• Approval of minutes from the March 11, 2020 regular meeting
• 2019-20 External Audit Client Service Plan and Audit Status Report (information only)
• Report on 2018-19 Internal ASB Audits covering 24 schools

The committee approved the minutes from the March 11, 2020, regular meeting. Members received status reports on external and internal audits, including findings regarding ASB management at elementary schools.

• Approved March 11, 2020, Regular Meeting minutes (unanimous)

Special Board Workshop, 3:30 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School Board will hold a special workshop to discuss racial justice and equity, as outlined in a June 23 resolution. The workshop will review data and strategies on staff diversity, ethnic studies, discriminatory grading and discipline practices, and building anti-racist school communities. Student voices will be emphasized. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Discussion of the June 23, 2020 resolution supporting Freedom Summer 2020 on racial equity
• Review of staff diversity data and goals
• Implementation of ethnic studies for all students
• Addressing discriminatory grading practices
• Dismantling discriminatory discipline policies and building restorative communities

The Board approved staff recommendations to increase staff diversity, expand Ethnic Studies, and dismantle discriminatory discipline policies. The Board also established an Independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity to monitor district progress. These actions were approved in a 5-0 vote.

• Approved staff recommendations for staff diversity, Ethnic Studies, grading, and student discipline (5-0)
• Approved hiring a Diversity and Inclusion Officer (5-0)
• Approved hiring three Ethnic Studies resource teachers (5-0)
• Approved expanding the prohibition on suspensions for willful defiance to include middle and high schools (5-0)
• Established an Independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity (5-0)

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee (ICOC) Meeting, 10:00 A.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee will meet to review construction and finance reports related to San Diego Unified School District's bond measures (Props S and Z). The committee will also vote on meeting minutes and elect a new chair and vice chair for the upcoming year.

• Approval of June 18, 2020, meeting minutes
• Selection of ICOC chair and vice chair for July 2020 – July 2021
• Selection of chairs for Construction and Finance subcommittees
• Discussion of a virtual tour of bond-funded projects
• Reports on construction management, contract awards, and internal controls

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and elected chairs and vice chairs for the general committee and its construction and finance subcommittees. The committee also planned virtual tours of Memorial, Hoover, and Mann Middle School.

• Approved meeting minutes for 6/18/20 (6-0)
• Elected Betsy Mueller as ICOC Chair and Mahogany Taylor as Vice Chair for July 2020-21 (6-0)
• Elected Bernadette Butkiewicz as Construction Chair and Mahogany Taylor as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Elected Rajali Walker as Finance Chair and Andy Berg as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Decided to conduct virtual tours of Memorial, Hoover, and Mann MS by August 20th meeting

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will decide on an updated Propositions S, Z and Measure YY Bond Program Plan, which has a prior-year fiscal impact of $531 million. Other actions include re-naming Emerson-Bandini Elementary School and approving a proclamation honoring Dr. Bob Matthews. The meeting also includes routine consent items and reports.

• Revised Propositions S, Z and Measure YY Bond Program Plan and resolution (prior-year fiscal impact $531M)
• Renaming Emerson-Bandini Elementary School to Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School
• Proclamation in recognition of the life of Dr. Bob Matthews
• Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee semi-annual update
• Approval of minutes from prior meetings (Nov 2019)

The Board approved the revised construction bond project plan for Propositions S, Z, and Measure YY. It also approved the re-naming of Emerson-Bandini Elementary School to Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School. Additionally, the Board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the Superintendent's consent agenda.

• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Regular and Special Meetings (5-0)
• Approved Proclamation in recognition of Dr. Bob Matthews (5-0)
• Approved revised Propositions S, Z and Measure YY Construction Bond Project Plan (5-0)
• Approved re-naming Emerson-Bandini Elementary School to Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School (5-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Consent Agenda, excluding Item I.11 (5-0)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the proposed $1.6 billion FY 2020-21 budget, along with a resolution certifying fiscal solvency for the next two years. The agenda also includes annual reenactment of resolutions delegating administrative authority, approval of $114,438 for board memberships, and receipt of a report from the Community Advisory Committee for Special Education. Several consent agenda items cover minutes, advisory committee reports, and administrative appointments.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY 2020-21 General Fund budget with $1,607,783,014 in appropriations
• Annual reenactment of resolutions delegating routine authority to superintendent and staff for 2020-21 school year
• Approval of $114,438 for board memberships in Council of Great City Schools, CSBA, and San Diego County School Boards Association
• Community Advisory Committee for Special Education semi-annual report to the board
• Approval of minutes and advisory committee reports as part of consent agenda

The Board of Education adopted the 2020-21 district budget as a balanced budget with no layoffs. The board also approved the sale of Proposition Z and Measure YY bonds and authorized the issuance of Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes.

• Approved Proposed 2020-21 District Budget (5-0)
• Approved issuance of up to $300M Proposition Z and $545M Measure YY bonds (5-0)
• Approved issuance of 2020-21 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes up to $280M (5-0)
• Approved Covid-19 Operations Written Report (5-0)
• Approved 2020-21 Annual Service and Budget Plan for Special Education (5-0)
• Approved follow-up report for July 28, 2020, regarding CAC special education recommendations (5-0)
• Approved Board Consent Agenda items F.1. through F.4. (5-0)

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION GENERAL MEETING 6:30 p.m.

The committee will review the Local Plan and Annual Budget Plan. The agenda also includes a presentation on Early Childhood Special Education and a district report regarding staff vacancies and complaints.

• Review of Local Plan and Annual Budget Plan
• Presentation on Early Childhood Special Education
• Approval of May 2020 meeting minutes
• District updates on staff positions, vacancies, and OCR/CDE or Due Process complaints

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will consider adopting resolutions recognizing Juneteenth as an annual holiday and supporting Freedom Summer 2020 for racial equity. The board will also vote on the 2020-21 Early Learning Plan expanding preschool and transitional kindergarten programs. Several procedural items, including approval of minutes and reports, are on the consent agenda.

• Resolution to recognize Juneteenth as a district holiday and encourage teaching about Black history and Black Lives Matter
• Resolution supporting Freedom Summer 2020, directing a Board workshop on racial justice and equity
• 2020-21 Early Learning Plan to expand transitional kindergarten for 4-year-olds and preschool for 3-year-olds (fiscal impact TBD)
• Approval of minutes from previous regular and special meetings (consent item)
• Report on closed session actions and administrative assignments

The Board approved a new instructional plan for early learners and ratified a memorandum of understanding with the San Diego Education Association regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Several resolutions supporting racial justice and student rights were also adopted. The district announced a scheduled reopening date of August 31, 2020.

• Approved 2020-21 Early Learning Plan (5-0)
• Ratified MOU with San Diego Education Association regarding COVID-19 (5-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing June 19 as Juneteenth (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting 'Freedom Summer 2020' racial justice workshop (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Assembly Constitutional Amendment 5 (5-0)
• Approved resolution prohibiting tear gas and projectile munitions on peaceful protesters (5-0)
• Approved Student Bill of Rights resolution (5-0)
• Approved easement agreements for Mission Valley and Wilson/Central Elementary sites (5-0)

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee (ICOC) Meeting, 10:00 A.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee will vote on approving May 21, 2020 meeting minutes and discuss the draft first quarterly report. They will also receive updates on construction projects, small business participation, and subcommittee membership.

• Approval of May 21, 2020 meeting minutes (action)
• Discussion and action on draft 1st Quarterly Report
• Discussion on subcommittee membership and meetings schedule
• Construction management and HVAC quarterly reports (info)
• Introduction of new ICOC member Rajali Walker

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the meeting minutes from May 21, 2020, and unanimously approved the draft of the 1st Quarterly Report with edits. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports from the construction, finance/audit, and executive subcommittees.

• Approved meeting minutes for 5/21/20 (6-0)
• Unanimously approved draft 1st Quarterly Report with edits

Special Workshop, 3:30 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District board held a special workshop to review and recommend plans for reopening schools for the 2020‑21 academic year. Staff presented guidance based on state public‑health directives issued June 5 and June 8, 2020. The board is asked to approve the reopening plans, which will rely on emergency relief funding. No fiscal impact was identified in the agenda.

• Adopt agenda
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Staff presentation and board discussion on reopening schools
• Opening ceremony
• Adjourn

The Board of Education accepted staff recommendations for re-opening schools, with a target date of August 31, 2020. The plan includes options for on-site and online learning. The Board also directed the Superintendent to provide a recommendation on unlocking student email accounts for those 13 and older.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Accepted staff recommendations regarding re-opening schools (5-0)
• Directed Superintendent to provide recommendation within 30 days on unlocking district email accounts for students ages 13 and over (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, 6:30 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education will hold a virtual meeting on June 9, 2020. The agenda includes a brief presentation on district financials, followed by written public testimony on budget solutions and service delivery for students with disabilities. Participants may also submit written comments on non‑agenda items. The meeting will adjourn at 8:00 p.m.

• Review purpose, agenda, and meeting format (information)
• Presentation on district financials/budget by Debbie Foster and Thomas Liberto (information)
• Written public testimony on community input regarding special‑education budget and services (action)
• Open forum for written testimony on non‑agenda items (information)
• Adjournment at 8:00 p.m. (action)

*CANCELLED* ICOC Construction Subcommittee Meeting, 10:00 A.M.

This meeting of the ICOC Construction Subcommittee was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place. The agenda included routine items such as approval of minutes, small business outreach status, and project management reports, but none were acted upon.

District Advisory Council (DAC) for Compensatory Education Programs, 6:30 P.M.

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs meets via Zoom to approve the June 3 agenda and February 19 minutes. Presentations include Family Engagement updates and district updates from Financial Planning director, covering summer school planning. Public comment is accepted only in writing due to COVID-19.

• Approval of agenda for June 3, 2020
• Approval of minutes from February 19, 2020
• Family Engagement events update by Program Manager Pamela King
• District updates from Thomas Liberto including 2020 Summer School Planning
• Written public comment only, due by 12:00 pm on meeting day

District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), General Membership Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) will vote on approving minutes from the February 20, 2020 general meeting. Information items include a district-wide English Learner Needs Assessment via Google Form, teacher certification requirements, and the COVID-19 OLA Distance Learning website. The meeting is held virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic.

• Approval of minutes from the February 20, 2020 DELAC general meeting
• District-wide English Learner Needs Assessment conducted via Google Form
• Presentation on teacher certification requirements
• Information on the COVID-19 OLA Distance Learning website
• Public comment accepted only in writing due to coronavirus directives

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education Executive Committee will hear presentations on the Annual Service Plan and Annual Budget Plan, both listed as information and action items. The committee will also handle operational tasks including approving prior minutes, reviewing membership applications, and planning the 2020/21 meeting schedule. Public testimony is accepted only in writing due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Presentation of Annual Service Plan (information/action)
• Presentation of Annual Budget Plan (information/action)
• Approve outstanding minutes of prior executive committee meeting
• Review applications of prospective/renewing members
• Meeting schedule and planning for 2020/21

DAC Executive Board Meeting Agenda, 6:30 P.M.

This meeting of the San Diego Unified School District's District Advisory Council Executive Board will vote on the meeting agenda and approve minutes from March 4, 2020. The board will also discuss results from the February LCAP survey, plan the next general meeting, and handle housekeeping items. Written public comment is accepted due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approval of executive agenda for May 27, 2020
• Approval of executive meeting minutes for March 4, 2020
• Discussion of February LCAP survey results
• General meeting agenda planning for June 3, 2020
• Housekeeping discussion

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will adopt the consent agenda, which includes approving minutes, accepting advisory committee reports, appointing Rajali Walker to the bond oversight committee, and adopting a resolution supporting state legislation for digital divide relief.

• Appointment of Rajali Walker to the Propositions S, Z, and Measure YY Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee (ICOC) through March 2022
• Resolution in support of SB 1058 (Hueso) Digital Divide Relief Plan to ensure broadband access for distance learning
• Approval of Board of Education meeting minutes from Sept. 24, 2019, and other regular/special meetings
• Acceptance of monthly reports from nine board advisory committees including DELAC, CAC, and ICOC

The Board approved memorandums of understanding with the San Diego Education Association regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. It also approved granting permanent easements and right-of-way for a public street and sidewalk to the City of San Diego at Wilson/Central Elementary Schools.

• Approved settlement in Office of Administrative Hearings Case No. 2019120344 (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Approved Minutes, Advisory Committee reports, and Representative appointment to Propositions S, Z, and Measure YY ICOC (5-0)
• Approved resolution in support of SB 1058 Digital Divide Relief Plan (5-0)
• Ratified MOUs with San Diego Education Association related to COVID-19 (5-0)
• Approved permanent easement and right-of-way for public street at Wilson/Central Elementary Schools (5-0)
• Approved permanent easement and right-of-way for public sidewalk at Wilson/Central Elementary Schools (5-0)

Special Meeting: Board Governance, following 5:00 P.M. Regular Meeting

This is a special meeting of the San Diego Unified School District Board of Education focused on governance. The board trustees and superintendent will discuss governance issues, with no other substantive items on the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Discussion of board governance issues by trustees and superintendent
• Next regular meeting scheduled for June 23, 2020
• Special board workshop set for June 16, 2020

The Board discussed how to receive public testimony during remote meetings held due to the Covid-19 pandemic. After reviewing options and technical challenges, the Board decided to continue the existing system of accepting written testimony via email.

• Decided to continue current system of accepting written public comment via email and reading it into the record

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee (ICOC) Meeting, 10:00 A.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee (ICOC) will consider approving minutes from its January 16, 2020 meeting, a draft quarterly report for Q4 2019, and the annual report for 2019. The committee will also receive updates on legal actions, construction management, and finance controls. Public comments are accepted only via email before the meeting.

• Approval of meeting minutes from January 16, 2020
• Draft ICOC Quarterly Report for Q4 2019 (action item)
• Draft ICOC Annual Report for 2019 (action item)
• Legal actions, errors, accidents, and exceptions report
• Construction Management Report and Controls Status Report

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the ICOC quarterly report and the ICOC annual report. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from January 16, 2020.

• Approved meeting minutes for 1/16/20 (6-0)
• Approved draft ICOC Quarterly Report after updating walkthrough and expenditures section for charter schools (6-0)
• Approved draft ICOC Annual Report for posting with membership information corrections (6-0)

Career Technical Education Advisory Committee (CTEAC) Special Meeting, (3:00 p.m.)

The Career Technical Education Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting with a presentation and stakeholder input on the Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (Perkins V). The director will report on the status of distance learning for the remainder of the school year. The committee will also welcome new members and review future meeting dates.

• Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment – Perkins V presentation covering seven elements including student performance, program size/scope/quality, and labor market alignment
• Director's report on status of distance learning and remainder of school year
• CCTE Showcase @ Town & Country cancelled; next meeting scheduled for November 2020
• Written public comments accepted via email up to 250 words

Meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), Executive Board, 4:45 P.M.

The DELAC Executive Board will vote to approve the minutes from the March 4, 2020 Executive Board meeting. The committee will hear information about the COVID‑19 OLA Distance Learning website and solicit feedback on the format and content of a district‑wide English Learner needs assessment. Members will discuss plans for next year's Executive Board and general meetings, and collect public input via ELAC input forms (pink slips). The meeting will close with ratified minutes for the May 14, 2020 session.

• Approval of March 4, 2020 Executive Board meeting minutes
• Presentation of COVID‑19 OLA Distance Learning website
• Feedback request on district‑wide EL needs assessment format
• Discussion of next year's Executive Board and general meeting schedule
• Collection of ELAC input forms (pink slips) for public comment

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION GENERAL MEETING 6:30 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education will receive a briefing on special education waivers, distance learning resources, compliance issues, and reorganization, followed by a presentation from the district's medical consultant on public health concerns related to distance learning and future site-based education. Action items include approving February 2020 meeting minutes, discussing alternatives for Above and Beyond Awards, and considering a communication to the school board in lieu of the semiannual report.

• Special Education Briefing: waivers, LCAP, distance learning resources, compliance, reorganization
• Presentation by medical consultant Dr. Howard Taras on public health and distance learning impact
• Public testimony on special education issues (written submissions)
• Action: Approve February 2020 meeting minutes
• Action: Communication to School Board regarding semiannual report

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m. - Revised 5/9/2020 (Item G.3. Added)

The board will vote on a resolution to create Mountain View School as a district pilot school effective July 1, 2020. Also up for action are agreements with the administrators' union regarding reduction-in-force impacts and proclamations recognizing Harvey Milk Day and Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Day of Peace. The agenda includes routine consent items such as approving minutes and reports from closed session.

• Resolution to create Mountain View School as a district pilot school (Item G.2)
• Agreements with AASD on certificated and classified bargaining units for reduction-in-force impacts (Item G.1)
• Proclamation recognizing May 22, 2020 as Harvey Milk Day (Item F.2)
• Proclamation recognizing May 26, 2020 as Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Day of Peace (Item F.3)
• Administrative assignments including management appointments (Item D.2)

The Board approved the establishment of a district pilot school at the former San Diego Cooperative Charter School. It also decided that individual school communities will develop their own graduation plans for the Class of 2020. Several administrative appointments and operational agreements were approved.

• Approved creation of Mountain View School as a district pilot school (5-0)
• Approved requirement for schools to develop individual graduation plans for Class of 2020 (5-0)
• Approved agreements with Administrators Association of San Diego City Schools regarding reduction in force (5-0)
• Approved declaration of need for fully qualified educators for 2020-21 (5-0)
• Approved permanent easement for public sidewalk at Paradise Hills Elementary School (5-0)
• Approved Administrative Law Judge decision regarding reduction in force of certificated employees (5-0)
• Approved postponement of evaluations for Superintendent, General Counsel, and Board Action Officer
• Approved recognition of Harvey Milk Day and Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Day of Peace (5-0)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board of Education will vote on a resolution supporting SB 874, which would make permanent and expand a state baccalaureate pilot program for community colleges. The board will also consider adopting academic calendars for East Village High School and San Diego Met for 2020-21, aligned with community college calendars. Consent agenda items include proclamations for National Military Appreciation Month and Teacher Appreciation Week, as well as reports from advisory committees.

• Vote on resolution supporting SB 874 to expand community college baccalaureate degree program (no fiscal impact)
• Approve East Village High School and San Diego Met 2020-21 academic calendars (Aug 5 – Jun 4, no fiscal impact)
• Adopt resolution recognizing May 2020 as National Military Appreciation Month
• Adopt resolution recognizing May 5 as Day of the Teacher and May 3–9 as Teacher Appreciation Week
• Accept monthly reports from nine board advisory committees including Audit and Finance, CTEAC, and Charter School Facility Committee

The Board of Education approved the renaming of two school sites and the 2020-21 academic calendars for East Village High School and San Diego Met. Members also ratified emergency repair contracts and personnel actions including the elimination of 130 vacant positions.

• Approved 2020-21 academic calendars for East Village High School and San Diego Met (5-0)
• Approved renaming East Village High School to East Village Middle College High School (5-0)
• Approved renaming Logan K-8 and Memorial Preparatory for Scholars and Athletes to Logan Memorial Educational Campus (5-0)
• Ratified contracts with Southland Electric, Inc. and Hawthorne Machinery Company for Wangenheim Middle School power failure (5-0)
• Approved elimination of 130 vacant positions (5-0)
• Approved rescinding March 15 notifications for child development permit holders (5-0)
• Ratified understanding with San Diego Education Association regarding Covid-19 May Post and Bid (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items F.1. through F.8., including various recognition resolutions (5-0)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, including a consent agenda with several resolutions and a schedule of future meetings. The board will vote on resolutions supporting federal funding for schools, restricting flavored tobacco and vaping devices, and endorsing youth climate action. The superintendent will also provide an update on distance learning.

• Resolution in Support of Federal Advocacy to Prioritize Stable Public School Funding (Evans/Barrera)
• Resolution in Support of Tobacco Restrictions that Eliminate Vaping Devices and Flavored Products (Barrera/Evans)
• Resolution in Support of Youth Climate Action (Patterson/Barrera)
• Proposed Schedule of Board of Education Meetings, January through June 2021
• Superintendent's report: Update on Distance Learning

The Board of Education approved resolutions for continued salary payments and collective bargaining agreements during the COVID-19 pandemic. Members also authorized an increase in school facility fees and established new elementary school attendance boundaries in Mission Valley.

• Approved Memorandums of Understanding and continued salary payments during COVID-19 crisis (5-0)
• Approved increase in school facility fees (5-0)
• Approved facility allocations for Iftin Charter School (5-0)
• Approved new elementary school attendance boundary and modifications in Mission Valley at Civita (5-0)
• Approved permanent easement and right-of-way for public sidewalk at Paradise Hills Elementary School (5-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Consent Agenda, including agreements for Camp Cuyamaca and various instructional materials (5-0)
• Approved electrical services for network and technology upgrades with Saturn Electric, Inc. and Baker Electric, Inc. (5-0)

*CANCELLED* Community Advisory Committee (CAC) FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION GENERAL MEETING 7:00 p.m.

This meeting was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred.

• Meeting cancelled

Audit and Finance Committee, Regular Meeting, 4:00 p.m.

The Audit and Finance Committee will consider approving minutes from its November 2019 meeting and receive an information-only presentation on the 2019-20 external audit client service plan and status report from Crowe Horwath. No follow-up items are listed. The meeting closes with a roundtable discussion.

• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2019 regular meeting
• Information item: 2019-20 External Audit Client Service Plan and Audit Status Report from Crowe Horwath
• Public comment period for non-agenda items (3-minute limit per speaker)

The committee approved the minutes from the November 21, 2019, regular meeting. Members reviewed the 2019-20 External Audit Client Service Plan and discussed the need for an internal auditor to minimize risk.

• Approved November 21, 2019 meeting minutes (unanimous, McCleary abstaining)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

This is a regular meeting with mostly procedural and ceremonial items. The board will vote on consent agenda items including resolutions recognizing Women's History Month, Arts Education Month, Masons of California Public Schools Recognition Day, and a resolution encouraging a complete 2020 Census count to ensure accurate federal education funding. There is also a student presentation on STEAM from Bay Park Elementary School.

• Resolution supporting 2020 Census count to ensure accurate federal education funding for San Diego schools
• Resolution recognizing March 2020 as Women's History Month
• Resolution recognizing March 2020 as California Arts Education Month
• Resolution recognizing March 23, 2020 as Masons of California Public Schools Recognition Day
• Student STEAM presentation from Bay Park Elementary School

The Board of Education declared emergency conditions to ensure the health and safety of students and staff, authorizing the Superintendent to take necessary actions including providing leave for COVID-19 illness. The Board also approved a second interim financial report and a resolution to reduce certain certificated services for the 2020-21 school year.

• Approved Resolution to declare emergency conditions at district schools and offices (5-0)
• Approved 2019-20 Second Interim Financial Report and Qualified Certification status (5-0)
• Approved resolution to reduce or eliminate certain certificated services for 2020-21 (5-0)
• Approved release of temporary certificated employees and issuance of March 15 notices (5-0)
• Approved quitclaim of easements at Correia Middle School and King-Chavez Primary Academy (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of 7 incumbents and appointment of 2 new CSBA Region 17 delegates (5-0)
• Approved resolutions for Women's History Month, Arts Education Month, and 2020 Census count (5-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Consent Agenda items, including Item I.12 (5-0)

Meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), Executive Board, 5:00 P.M.

The District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Executive Board is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss information items. The agenda includes a debrief of the February 20, 2020 General Meeting and discussions regarding needs assessments.

• Approval of January 23, 2020, Executive Board Meeting minutes
• Debrief of February 20, 2020 General Meeting
• DELAC Needs Assessment and Link to Legal Tasks
• EL Needs Assessment

DAC Executive Board Meeting Agenda, 6:30 P.M.

This is a procedural meeting of the District Advisory Council (DAC) Executive Board. The board will vote to approve the March 4 agenda and February 5 meeting minutes, hear public comment, and receive informational updates on LCAP presentation planning, February LCAP survey results, and general meeting agenda planning.

• Approval of executive meeting minutes for February 5, 2020
• LCAP presentation planning discussion
• February LCAP survey results discussion
• Housekeeping discussion
• Next DAC General Meeting scheduled for March 18, 2020

Regular Charter Meeting, 5:00 P.M.

The board will vote on renewing the San Diego Global Vision Academy charter for a five-year term as a consent item. A public hearing will be held on renewing Keiller Leadership Academy's charter. The meeting also includes recognition of employees with 31 or more years of service.

• Action on renewal of San Diego Global Vision Academy charter (K-8) for 2020-2025
• Public hearing to consider renewal of Keiller Leadership Academy charter
• Recognition of employees with 31+ years of service (over 85 employees with 40+ years)

The Board of Education approved the charter petition renewal for San Diego Global Vision Academy. It also approved enrollment projection increases for Elevate Charter School and the addition of an administrative location for Albert Einstein Academy. A public hearing was held for the Keiller Leadership Academy renewal, which remains under staff review.

• Approved San Diego Global Vision Academy charter petition renewal through June 30, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved Elevate Charter School revision to increase enrollment projections (5-0)
• Approved Albert Einstein Academy revision to add an administrative location (5-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0)

ICOC Finance/Audit Subcommittee Meeting, 10 A.M.

The ICOC Finance/Audit Subcommittee will consider approval of the October 24, 2019 meeting minutes. They will also receive informational reports on controls status for Measures YY and Props S & Z, and bond issue updates. No action items other than the minutes approval are scheduled.

• Approval of October 24, 2019 meeting minutes
• Controls Status Report for Measures YY, Props S & Z – January 2020 (informational)
• Chair's comment on current and future focus including bond issue updates

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the October 24, 2019 meeting. The committee received reports on bond refinancing and potential future bond issues to increase cash flow.

• Approved 10/24/19 meeting minutes (3-0)

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

The Executive Committee of the Community Advisory Committee for Special Education will consider and possibly take action on several items, including budget/finance information, a follow-up on American Sign Language options for the LOTE graduation requirement, and an update on the ECSE Moderate/Severe Program. The committee will also review membership applications, approve prior meeting minutes, and discuss recommendations to the LCAP and Vision 2030. Public testimony is scheduled before the action items.

• Action on budget/finance information
• Follow-up action on American Sign Language options for LOTE graduation requirement
• Action on parent training/education/counseling
• Update and action on ECSE Moderate/Severe Program
• Action on additional recommendations to LCAP and Vision 2030

The committee approved the draft January Executive minutes. Members discussed projected organizational changes to move Special Education toward a more integrated model and reviewed LCAP/Vision 2030 input. The committee also planned the March general membership meeting.

• Approved draft January Executive minutes (7-0-0)

Charter School Facility Committee (CSFC) Regular Meeting, 11:30 a.m.

The Charter School Facility Committee met on Feb 27 2020 to consider several items. It approved the January 23 2020 meeting minutes and received updates on funding status, discretionary spending, and charter school facility expenditures. The committee reviewed a presentation for the Audeo Charter School and adopted the 2020 schedule for submitting applications for Measure YY funding. Additional discussion covered guidelines for funding FF&E and technology upgrades and a vote on committee membership.

• Application presentation for Audeo Charter School (Action)
• 2020 schedule for submitting applications to request Measure YY funding (Action)
• Guidelines for review and approval of funding for FF&E and technology upgrades/devices (Discussion)
• Committee membership vote (Action)
• Funding status and discretionary spending reports (Information)

The committee approved the minutes from the January 23, 2020 meeting. Other agenda items included funding reports, a project update, and a presentation for Audeo Charter School, though specific outcomes for these items were not recorded.

• Approved January 23, 2020 Meeting Minutes

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified Board of Education will issue proclamations honoring Reverend George Walker Smith and Charles Alexander. The board will also vote on memorandums of understanding with classified employee unions for a state summer assistance program. Other items include adopting meeting minutes and accepting advisory committee reports.

• Proclamation declaring Feb 28 as Reverend George Walker Smith Day
• Proclamation recognizing Charles Alexander for community service
• Approval of MOUs with AASD and CSEA for Classified School Employee Summer Assistance Program
• Approval of minutes from regular and special meetings
• Acceptance of monthly reports from nine board advisory committees

The Board of Education approved a resolution to issue and sell up to $95 million in refunding bonds to replace capital improvement bonds. The Board also updated the district's lead in drinking water policy and issued proclamations honoring community leaders.

• Approved issuance and sale of up to $95,000,000 in General Obligation Refunding Bonds (5-0)
• Approved update to District's Lead in Drinking Water Policy (5-0)
• Approved proclamation for Reverend George Walker Smith and designated Feb 28, 2020 as Reverend George Walker Smith Day (5-0)
• Recommended new or renamed schools be named in honor of Reverend Smith (5-0)
• Approved proclamation in recognition of Charles Alexander (5-0)
• Approved MOUs with AASD and CSEA regarding Classified School Employee Summer Assistance Program (5-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Consent Agenda, excluding items I.14 and I.21 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Regular and Special Meetings (5-0)

District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), General Membership Meeting

The District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) will vote on minutes from May 9 and October 17, 2019 general meetings. Members will receive information on the EL Call to Action, ELPAC test support, and parent notification letters for annual reclassification. The committee will also open nominations for officer elections scheduled for May 2020.

• Approval of minutes from May 9 and October 17, 2019 DELAC general meetings
• Information on parent notifications: EL Annual Letter and Preliminary Parent Consultation Letter for Reclassification
• Re-opening of nominations for officer elections to be held in May 2020
• Presentation of EL Call to Action materials for 2019-20
• Information on ELPAC test unit resources for grades 6-8

District Advisory Council (DAC) for Compensatory Education Programs, 6:30 P.M.

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs meets to receive information updates on the LCAP Goals 1-5 for students with special needs, Family Engagement events, and Crawford/Hoover Vision 2030 feedback. The council also considers approving the agenda and prior minutes, but quorum was not met, so no binding actions were possible.

• Presentation on LCAP Goals 1-5 for students with special needs by Area 1 Superintendent Bruce Bivins and Executive Director Sarah Ott
• LCAP survey link (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R3X6TJ5) provided for attendees to complete as an action item
• Crawford/Hoover Vision 2030 community feedback presentation by Daniel Nymangah
• Family Engagement update from Program Manager Pamela King
• SPSA update from Director Thomas Liberto

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board of Education will meet on February 11, 2020, at the Eugene Brucker Education Center to handle administrative approvals and informational updates. The board will review the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) baseline data for students with disabilities and approve a resolution supporting San Diego’s Safe Storage of Firearms Ordinance through Gun Violence Prevention Week outreach. The agenda also includes student recognitions and consent items to authorize board member absences and adopt meeting minutes.

• Resolution recognizing February 10–14, 2020, as Gun Violence Prevention Week
• Informational presentation on LCAP baseline data for students with disabilities
• Proclamations honoring Dr. Carrol Waymon and Charles Wilson for community service
• Authorization to excuse absences for Trustee Michael McQuary and Student Board Member Zachary Patterson
• Approval of minutes from previous regular and special board meetings

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION GENERAL MEETING 7:00 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee will hear a staff presentation on the Special Education budget and finance. They will also consider recommendations from Hoover and Crawford clusters, take action on meeting minutes, and discuss a response to a presentation on special education recommendations. Public testimony and district reports on Extended School Year date changes, compliance complaints, and staffing vacancies are scheduled.

• Staff presentation on Special Education budget and finance by Debbie Foster and Thomas Liberto
• Approve meeting minutes from November 2019, December 2019, and January 2020 (Action)
• Response to Daniel Nyamangah's presentation on Hoover & Crawford cluster recommendations (Action)
• Referrals to Executive Committee from public testimony (Action)
• District report on Extended School Year date change

ICOC Construction Subcommittee Meeting, 4:00 P.M.

The ICOC Construction Subcommittee will meet to approve draft minutes from December 10, 2019, and receive updates on small business outreach, monthly project and construction management reports, and a Major Repair and Replacement annual report. Several quarterly reports are also scheduled for review. The meeting is largely informational with no major decisions.

• Approval of draft meeting minutes from Dec 10, 2019
• Review of Small Business Outreach Program Status
• Review of Construction Management Report and Cost Savings Matrix Quarterly Report
• Review of HVAC Quarterly Report and i21 Quarterly Report
• Review of Major Repair and Replacement Annual Report (to be forwarded to full ICOC)

The ICOC Construction Subcommittee approved the draft minutes from the December 10, 2019 meeting. The committee also voted to forward the Construction Management Report to the full ICOC meeting scheduled for February 20, 2020.

• Approved draft meeting minutes from 12/10/19 (3-0)
• Forwarded Construction Management Report to Feb 20, 2020 full ICOC meeting (3-0)

REVISED 2-4-20: DAC Executive Board Meeting Agenda, 6:30 P.M.

The DAC Executive Board will consider approving the meeting agenda and minutes from previous meetings. Discussion items include planning for a LCAP presentation, reviewing December and January LCAP survey results, and planning the general meeting agenda. Housekeeping and SSC roster status are also on the agenda.

• Approval of executive meeting agenda for February 5, 2020
• Approval of executive meeting minutes from Jan 8, Dec 4, Nov 6, 2019
• LCAP presentation planning discussion
• Review of December and January LCAP survey results
• General meeting agenda planning including Crawford/Hoover Vision 2030 feedback

Regular Charter Meeting, 5:00 P.M.

The board will hold a public hearing on the renewal of San Diego Global Vision Academy's charter for a five-year term from July 2020 to June 2025. Additionally, the board will vote on a material revision to rename Empower Charter School as Empower Language Academy. The meeting also includes adopting the agenda and opening ceremonies.

• Public hearing to consider renewal of San Diego Global Vision Academy charter (K-8, 411 students in 2019-20)
• Action on renaming Empower Charter School to Empower Language Academy to reflect its Spanish immersion program
• No student instructional matters listed

The Board of Education denied the renewal petition for Iftin Charter School based on five factual findings regarding its educational program and operations. The Board also approved a name change for Empower Charter School and a new location for Health Sciences High and Middle College.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved renaming Empower Charter School to Empower Language Academy (4-0)
• Approved adding location at 4283 El Cajon Blvd. for Health Sciences High and Middle College (5-0)
• Denied Iftin Charter School's renewal petition (4-0)
• Approved request for Superintendent and Charter Office to convene stakeholders regarding the future of the Iftin community (4-0)

District Advisory Council (DAC) for Compensatory Education Programs, 6:30 P.M.

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs will consider approval of the meeting agenda and the December 18, 2019 minutes. The council will hear presentations on the 2020 Census, Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) goals, Title I Supplemental allocations, SPSA updates, and the district budget. It will also provide information for members to take to their School Site Councils and share SSC updates. The next meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2020.

• Approval of agenda for Jan 29, 2020 (action)
• Approval of minutes from Dec 18, 2019 (action)
• 2020 Census presentation by Isabel M. Lemus Goyre (information)
• LCAP Goals 4.7 and 6 presentation by Drew Rowlands, with follow‑up survey link (information)
• Budget update presentation by Thomas Liberto (information)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will vote on the 2020‑21 Title I Eligibility Ranking, allocating $15,500,000 in federal funds to schools meeting poverty thresholds. The meeting also includes a consent action to adopt a proclamation honoring Fahari Jeffers and a consent action to approve 2019‑20 School Plans for Student Achievement for 162 schools. Additional items are a student presentation from La Jolla Elementary and routine agenda adoption.

• Approve 2020‑21 Title I Eligibility Ranking – fiscal impact $15,500,000
• Adopt proclamation naming February 7 2020 as Fahari Jeffers Day – no fiscal impact
• Approve 2019‑20 School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSAs) for 162 schools – no fiscal impact
• Student presentation: La Jolla Elementary School – safe, collaborative, inclusive environment
• Adopt meeting agenda

The Board of Education approved the 2020 Legislative Principles and Priorities and the 2019-20 School Plans for Student Achievement for 162 schools. Other actions included approving Title I eligibility rankings and designating February 7, 2020, as Fahari Jeffers Day.

• Approved 2020 Legislative Principles and Priorities (5-0)
• Approved 2019-20 School Plans for Student Achievement and Categorical Budget Summaries for 162 schools (5-0)
• Approved 2020-21 Title I Eligibility Rankings (5-0)
• Approved proclamation designating February 7, 2020, as Fahari Jeffers Day (5-0)
• Approved preliminary proposals for 2020-21 charter school facility allocations under Proposition 39 (5-0)
• Approved annual re-adoption of CSBA Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Exhibits (5-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing February 2020 as National Black/African American History Month (5-0)
• Approved resolution of support for the San Diego County Public Defender Youth Council (5-0)

Meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), Executive Board, 5:00 P.M.

The DELAC Executive Board will approve minutes from October 2019, debrief a December general meeting, review proposed changes to its bylaws, discuss a needs assessment linked to legal requirements, and plan upcoming elections for February and March 2020.

• Approval of October 24, 2019 Executive Board meeting minutes
• Debrief of December 19, 2019 General Meeting including input for district administration
• Review of DELAC Needs Assessment and its link to legal tasks (chart provided)
• Proposed changes to DELAC Bylaws (multiple language versions attached)
• Planning for DELAC Executive Board Elections on February 20 and March 19, 2020

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education Executive Committee will receive a presentation on the LCAP/Vision 2030 plan and consider action. The meeting also includes public testimony, approval of previous minutes, membership recommendations, and preview of February general agendas. Operational items such as debriefs and updates on the ESY date change and a moderate/severe proposal are scheduled.

• LCAP/Vision 2030 presentation (Action)
• Public testimony (Open Forum)
• Approve November 2019 meeting minutes (Action)
• Membership recommendations (Action)
• Preview February General Membership Agendas (Action)

Charter School Facility Committee (CSFC) Regular Meeting, 11:30 a.m.

The Charter School Facility Committee will discuss and potentially vote on guidelines for technology infrastructure funding, consider action on applications for planning and project grants, and review a board action regarding changes to criteria for multiyear facility use agreements for co-located charter schools. The committee will also receive updates on funding status, discretionary spending, and Proposition 51 utilization, and consider committee member re-appointments and chair/vice chair appointments.

• Discussion and action on Board Action from 12/10/19 regarding changes to criteria for multiyear Facility Use Agreements for co-located charter schools
• Action on Guidelines for Review and Approval of Funding for Technology Infrastructure Upgrades and Devices
• Action on Applications received for Planning and Project Grants
• Information on Funding Status Report, Site Discretionary Spending Report, and Planned vs Actual Charter School Facilities Expenditures
• Information on Proposition 51 Update: Utilization of Funds

Career Technical Education Advisory Committee (CTEAC) Meeting, (3:00 p.m.)

The San Diego Unified School District Career Technical Education Advisory Committee will discuss several agenda items, including reviewing capital outlay equipment purchases for multiple high schools. Members will also nominate and vote for a chair and new committee members for the 2019‑20 term, and approve the minutes from the April 10, 2019 meeting. The meeting will conclude with adjournment after all business is addressed.

• Review of capital outlay items: 75 Watt Laser ($31,473.20) for Lincoln High; HP Design Jet T 1700r ($7,373.69) for Patrick Henry High; 1630 CNC Trak Lathe ($39,753.02) for Kearny High EID; 1440 Tool Room Lathe ($17,494.43) for University City High; HP Design Jet T 1700r ($7,373.69) for Morse High; 150 Watt CO2 Laser ($40,924.84) for Mission Bay High
• Selection of Chair for 2019‑20: nominations and vote
• Selection of Committee members for 2019‑20: nominations and vote
• Approval of minutes from the April 10, 2019 meeting
• Establish quorum: require at least 51 % of members present or by proxy

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee (ICOC) Meeting, 10:00 A.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee meets primarily for informational updates and discussion. The only action item is approval of the November 21, 2019 meeting minutes. Members will hear reports on construction projects (HVAC, i21, cost savings), small business outreach, and financial controls, along with an update on communications.

• Approval of meeting minutes from November 21, 2019
• Small Business Outreach Program status report
• Construction Management Report
• HVAC Quarterly Report
• Controls Status Report (financial oversight)

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the minutes from the November 21, 2019 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports regarding construction, finance, and governance.

• Approved meeting minutes for 11/21/19 (7-0)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will vote on a Title I Supplemental Funding Plan of $8.2 million and receive a first reading of the proposed 2020-21 Title I Eligibility Ranking, which updates school participation and allocates approximately $38 million. They will also consider approving the 2020 Summer School and Extended School Year program budget of $1.8 million. The meeting includes student recognitions and reports from closed session and the ASB president.

• First reading of 2020-21 Title I Eligibility Ranking with $15.5 million fiscal impact, adding four schools (Tierrasanta, Hage, DePortola Middle, University City High) and grandfathering seven others
• Action on Title I Supplemental Funding Plan of $8.2 million for high-need student criteria
• Approval of proposed 2020 Summer School and Extended School Year program budget of $1,810,258
• Student presentation from EB Scripps Elementary School on 'No Place for Hate' program
• Report on closed session and administrative assignments (none)

The Board of Education approved the 2020-21 Title I Supplemental funding plan and the 2020 general education high school credit recovery and Extended School Year programs. Other actions included renewing a charter petition for McGill School of Success and approving bargaining proposals with the San Diego Education Association.

• Approved 2020-21 Title I Supplemental funding plan (5-0)
• Approved 2020 Summer School Program and Extended School Year (5-0)
• Renewed McGill School of Success Charter Petition for July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution in Support of the San Diego Mayor’s Monarch Pledge (5-0)
• Approved Resolution recognizing January 27-31, 2020 as Great Kindness Challenge Week (5-0)
• Approved initial proposals to and from San Diego Education Association for successor agreement (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved Superintendent’s Consent Agenda excluding items I.9 and I.10 (5-0)

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION GENERAL MEETING 7:00 p.m.

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education holds a general meeting including a parent training session on high-impact home strategies, a staff presentation on dyslexia identification and intervention, and a district report on due process, noncompliance, and OCR complaints. The committee will vote on approving November 2019 minutes and committee reports, and consider referrals from public testimony.

• Parent training session: High-Impact Home Strategies for special education
• Staff presentation on dyslexia: identification, intervention, and quality literacy instruction
• District report: updated numbers on due process, noncompliance, and OCR complaints
• District report: current vacancies for certificated, paraeducator, and related service providers
• Action items: approve November 2019 meeting minutes and referrals from public testimony

The committee held a general meeting featuring presentations on home strategies and dyslexia. No substantive policy decisions were made, and the approval of the November 2019 minutes was tabled.

• Tabled approval of November 2019 minutes

DAC Executive Board Meeting Agenda, 6:30 P.M.

The San Diego Unified School District DAC Executive Board will meet to approve the meeting agenda and minutes from previous meetings. They will hear district guests and discuss LCAP (Local Control and Accountability Plan) presentation planning and December survey results. Other business includes general meeting agenda planning, SSC roster status, and housekeeping. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions expected.

• Approval of executive agenda for January 8, 2020
• Approval of minutes from November 6 and December 4, 2019
• Discussion of LCAP presentation planning
• Review of December LCAP survey results
• Discussion of SSC roster status