San Diego Unified School District public meetings in 2021

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

The District Advisory Council will vote to approve its December 15 agenda and November 17 minutes, then receive informational updates on COVID relief funds (ESSER), the California Healthy Kids Survey, and a preliminary Title I ranking for FY 2022–23. A breakout session will discuss how to make the most of site Title I budgets.

• Approval of December 15, 2021 agenda
• Approval of November 17, 2021 minutes
• Informational presentation on COVID relief (ESSER) funds
• Update on California Healthy Kids Survey
• Preliminary Title I ranking for FY 2022–23

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will vote on approving the proposed 2022 Summer School and Extended School Year (ESY) sites and dates. The board will also receive updates on the 2021 Summer Enrichment Programs and an annual report on math placement for incoming 9th graders. Consent agenda items include approval of meeting minutes, advisory committee reports, and the proposed board meeting schedule for July–December 2022.

• Action: Approve proposed 2022 Summer School/ESY sites, including dates for elementary (June 21–July 22), middle (June 21–July 22), and high school (June 21–July 29, 2022) programs.
• Information: Update on 2021 Summer Enrichment Programs with prior year fiscal impact of $15,000,000.
• Information: Annual SB359 report on math placement data for incoming 9th graders, ensuring no disproportionate placement by race, ethnicity, gender, or socioeconomic background.
• Consent: Approve proposed schedule of Board of Education meetings for July–December 2022.
• Student presentation: Mira Mesa High School Orchestra.

The Board of Education conducted its annual organization, electing new leadership and readopting governance policies. The Board also approved several real estate easements for the City of San Diego and finalized vaccine mandate agreements with bargaining units.

• Elected Trustee Whitehurst-Payne as Board President (5-0)
• Elected Trustee Bazzo as Board Vice President (5-0)
• Approved tentative agreements regarding employee vaccine mandate impacts (5-0)
• Approved permanent easements for City of San Diego at Paradise Hills Elementary, Point Loma High School, and Scripps Mesa site (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Proposed Summer School/Extended School Year (ESY) Sites (5-0)
• Approved Fiscal Year 2021-22 First Interim Financial Report (5-0)
• Accepted Independent Citizens Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity annual report (5-0)
• Approved Redistricting Engagement Committee recommendations (5-0)

Redistricting Engagement Committee, 4:00 p.m.

The Redistricting Engagement Committee will continue discussing and potentially approve a revised redistricting plan for San Diego Unified School District, based on feedback from the Board of Education's December 7 meeting. The committee will also receive updated mapping and presentation materials from ARCBridge Consulting & Training. Public comment is accepted in writing or virtually.

• Approval of revised redistricting plan based on Board of Education input from Dec. 7, 2021
• Continuation of redistricting discussion with revised presentation and maps from ARCBridge Consulting & Training
• Attached proposed plans: Plan A, Plan B, Plan C, Plan E (11/29/2021), and Plan E-1
• Public comment accepted via email or virtually at the start of the meeting

Community Schools Advisory Committee, 4:30 P.M.

This is the first meeting of the San Diego Unified School District Community Schools Advisory Committee. Members will receive Brown Act training, review the role of the committee, adopt bylaws, elect officers, and set meeting dates for the 2021-22 school year.

• Brown Act training from SDUSD legal team
• Overview of Community Schools program and committee role
• Development and adoption of committee bylaws
• Election of committee officers
• Setting meeting dates for 2021-22

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

The CAC Executive Committee will hear a district presentation on the special education budget and COVID grant funds. They will also review plans for learning loss and alternative dispute resolution. The committee will take action on approving prior meeting minutes and reviewing membership applications.

• District presentation on budget and COVID grant funds for special education
• Plans for learning loss and ADR process review
• Public testimony on individual, site, or systemic special education concerns
• Action to approve minutes of prior Executive Committee meetings
• Action to review applications for prospective/renewing members

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity, 5:00 P.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity will discuss data on the district's progress in areas such as grading, discipline, ethnic studies, school police, and staff diversity. It will also review its bylaws to consider recommendations for new committee member appointments and the meeting schedule for the upcoming year. Public testimony will be accepted only in written form due to COVID‑19 restrictions. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom.

• Data discussion on district progress in discriminatory grading, discipline, ethnic studies, school police, and staff diversity
• Review of committee bylaws and recommendations for new member appointments and future meeting schedule
• Call for written public testimony submitted by email before the meeting
• Virtual meeting held on Zoom due to public‑health directives

Regular Meeting, 5:00 P.M.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will consider a resolution declaring imminent risk from in-person meetings due to COVID-19, allowing virtual meetings for another 30 days under AB 361. The board will also receive an update on Ethnic Studies implementation and adopt resolutions recognizing Disability Awareness Month and honoring alumna Jennifer Moreno.

• Resolution to continue virtual board meetings due to COVID-19 imminent risk, effective Dec 8, 2021 for 30 days
• Update on Ethnic Studies implementation from staff and advisory committee
• Resolution recognizing December 2021 as Disability Awareness Month in the district
• Resolution honoring Jennifer Madai Moreno and urging Congress to pass H.R. 3665 naming a VA medical center in San Diego
• Recognition of 205 employees for November and 52 for December service milestones

The Board of Education approved revised construction bond project plans for Propositions S, Z, and Measure YY. Members also ratified several labor agreements related to the COVID-19 pandemic and the Virtual Academy. Additionally, the Board approved a community engagement process for the Superintendent search and various operational contracts.

• Approved revised Propositions S, Z and Measure YY Construction Bond Project Plan (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Legislative Priorities (5-0)
• Ratified agreements with Paraeducator Bargaining Unit and other units regarding COVID-19 and Virtual Academy (5-0)
• Approved first amendment to Interim Superintendent employment contract (5-0)
• Approved proposed community engagement process for Superintendent search (5-0)
• Approved final cost information for $1.026B in Proposition Z, Measure YY, and General Obligation Refunding Bonds (5-0)
• Approved Educator Effectiveness Block Grant Expenditure Plan (5-0)
• Approved 15 items on Superintendent's Consent Agenda, including student expulsions and various service contracts (5-0)

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

The DELAC will consider approving minutes from the previous meeting and receive information on the LEA Parent/Family Engagement Policy, annual Summative ELPAC notification letters, and upcoming board elections. The committee will also hear about beginning ESL classes for adults with a focus on family literacy and accept written public comments.

• Approval of November 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Informational review of LEA Parent/Family Engagement Policy
• Annual parent notification letter for Summative ELPAC results
• DELAC board elections information (Secretary, ELAC Liaisons, Parliamentarian, Student Member)
• Beginning ESL classes for adults with family literacy focus (Spring 2022)

Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Superintendent Search Advisory Committee will meet via Zoom to approve minutes from October 2021 meetings and discuss the format for public vetting of finalists in January 2022. A communications working group will also provide an update. No other action or discussion items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from October 6 and October 20, 2021 regular meetings
• Discussion of finalist public vetting process scheduled for January 6, 7, 10, and/or 11, 2022
• Communications working group update to the committee

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee approved meeting minutes from October 2021. Members discussed plans for a public forum in January 2021 to vet superintendent finalist candidates and reviewed a communications plan for the event.

• Approved October 6, 2021 Minutes (24-0-2)
• Approved October 20, 2021 Minutes (23-0-2)

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

This is a largely procedural meeting of the San Diego Unified School District's DAC Executive Board. Items include approval of the agenda and meeting minutes, introduction of district guests, and discussion of general meeting planning and housekeeping, including an election nomination update.

• Approval of agenda for December 1, 2021
• Approval of minutes from November 3, 2021
• District guests: Thomas Liberto, Mary Johnson, Anthony Pham
• General meeting agenda planning discussion
• Election nomination update under housekeeping

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

The Audit and Finance Committee will review the 2020-21 draft external audit report from Crowe Horwath and may vote to recommend its acceptance to the Board. The committee will also consider reappointing two members and appointing a school board member for a January 2022–December 2023 term.

• Review of 2020-21 draft external audit report (Crowe Horwath)
• Potential vote to recommend acceptance of audit findings to the Board
• Reappointment of Colleen Harvey and Michael McCleary
• Appointment of a school board member for term Jan 1, 2022 – Dec 31, 2023
• Public comment on non-agenda items

The committee appointed Sabrina Bazzo to replace Michael McQuary and reappointed Colleen Harvey and Michael McCleary. Staff provided an update on internal audit staffing and the Procurement Card audit.

• Appointed Sabrina Bazzo to replace Michael McQuary for term Jan 2022-Dec 2023 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Colleen Harvey for term Jan 2022-Dec 2023 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Michael McCleary for term Jan 2022-Dec 2023 (unanimous)

Redistricting Engagement Committee, 6:30 p.m.

The Redistricting Engagement Committee will establish a quorum, welcome members, and accept written public comments submitted by 6:00 p.m. It will continue discussion of the redistricting proposals using revised presentations and maps from ARCBridge Consulting & Training. The committee will then vote on approval of the proposed redistricting map. The meeting will conclude with discussion of next steps, a meeting date, and closing remarks.

• Accept written public comments (deadline 6:00 p.m., email [email protected])
• Review revised redistricting presentations and maps from ARCBridge Consulting & Training
• Vote to approve the proposed redistricting map
• Discuss next steps and set date for the next committee meeting
• Closing remarks and adjournment

Redistricting Engagement Committee, 2:00 p.m.

The Redistricting Engagement Committee will continue discussing redistricting and vote on approval of proposed redistricting maps (tabled from last meeting). Three map options (Plans A, B, C) from ARCBridge Consulting & Training are under consideration. The committee will also set the next meeting date.

• Vote on approval of proposed redistricting maps (tabled from prior meeting)
• Continued discussion of redistricting with revisions to presentation and mapping from ARCBridge Consulting & Training
• Three proposed map options: SDUSD_Proposed Plan A, Plan B, Plan C
• Public comment accepted in writing or virtually at start of meeting

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

The San Diego Unified School District Community Advisory Committee for Special Education met virtually on November 18, 2021. The agenda included a review of meeting protocol, a presentation of a new Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process, and a district report covering due‑process complaints, staff vacancies, leaves, early‑childhood assessments, and virtual academy enrollment. Members considered public testimony submitted in writing and took action to approve any outstanding general meeting minutes and refer testimony items to the Executive Committee. The meeting concluded with committee business, assignments, and adjournment.

• Review and adopt CAC meeting protocol
• Presentation of new Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process
• District report on due‑process, vacancies, staff leave, assessments, and virtual academy enrollment
• Approve any outstanding general meeting minutes (action)
• Refer public testimony items to the Executive Committee (action)

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

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its October 21, 2021 meeting. Written public comments will be accepted by email and read into the record. The committee will receive informational updates from the Construction, Finance/Audit, and Executive/Governance subcommittees, including reports on business outreach, construction management, bond audit drafts, and a quarterly status report. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next session for December 16, 2021.

• Approve meeting minutes for 10/21/21 (action item)
• Call for written public testimony (email by 12 pm day before meeting)
• Construction Subcommittee reports: Business Outreach Update, Construction Management Report, Capital Bond contract awards
• Finance/Audit Subcommittee drafts: Bond Financial Audit Report and Bond Performance Audit Report
• Executive/Governance Subcommittee draft ICOC quarterly status report (July‑Sept 2021)

The committee did not have a quorum, and no official actions were taken. The meeting was held as a noticed discussion only. Approval of the October 21, 2021, meeting minutes was forwarded to the December meeting.

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

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs will meet to approve the October 2021 minutes and hear informational updates on the LCAP assessment, California Healthy Kids Survey, and Title I unspent balances. No major votes are scheduled beyond the routine approvals.

• Approval of minutes from October 20, 2021 meeting
• LCAP update on assessment services and math curriculum (informational)
• California Healthy Kids Survey update (informational)
• Title I unspent balances for FY 2017–FY 2021 (informational)

Redistricting Engagement Committee, 5:00 p.m.

The Redistricting Engagement Committee will hear a presentation on redistricting requirements and analysis, including draft plan options from ARCBridge Consulting. The main action item is approval of proposed redistricting maps, which will determine school attendance boundaries. The committee is also accepting written public comments until 12:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.

• Presentation of redistrict requirements, analysis, and options by ARCBridge Consulting & Training Inc.
• Review of draft plan options (SDUSD-Plan Options 11-09-21 DRAFT.pdf and 11-12-21.pdf)
• Action item: Approval of Proposed Redistricting Maps
• Written public comments accepted via [email protected] until noon on meeting day
• Next meeting scheduled for November 19, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity, 5:00 P.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity will continue its discussion from September on data related to discriminatory grading and discipline, ethnic studies, school police, and staff diversity. The committee will also review its bylaws to recommend appointments for vacant seats after two student members graduated and one community member resigned. Public testimony is accepted via email only.

• Discussion of data on five areas: discriminatory grading, discipline, ethnic studies, school police, and staff diversity
• Review of bylaws following graduation of two student members and resignation of one community member
• Public comment accepted via email only ([email protected])
• Next meeting scheduled for December 8, 2021

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified Board of Education will receive updates on Social Emotional Learning and Mental Health (LCAP Goal 1) and the implementation of Community Schools, including appointing representatives to a new Community Schools Advisory Committee. The consent agenda includes appointing a parent to the Community Advisory Committee on Special Education and adopting a resolution recognizing November 18, 2021, as National Family/Parent Involvement Day.

• Update on Social Emotional Learning and Mental Health (LCAP Goal 1) – informational only
• Updated Nov 8: Update on Community Schools implementation and approval of representatives to the Community Schools Advisory Committee (action item)
• Appointment of Christy Dubol to the Community Advisory Committee on Special Education for 2021–2025 (consent)
• Resolution recognizing November 18, 2021, as National Family/Parent Involvement Day (consent)

The Board of Education approved the naming of Nipaquay Elementary School and granted easements to the City of San Diego for water and street facilities at the Scripps Mesa site. The board also approved a 36-item consent agenda covering student expulsions, facility repairs, and various service agreements.

• Approved naming of new Mission Valley elementary school as 'Nipaquay Elementary School' (5-0)
• Approved granting permanent easements for water and street facilities to City of San Diego at Scripps Mesa site (5-0)
• Voted 5-0 in Closed Session to join an amicus brief in Adams v School Board of St. Johns County, Florida
• Approved 2021-22 LCAP Federal Addendum (5-0)
• Approved revised update on Community Schools implementation, adding student Trinity Watkins to the advisory committee (5-0)
• Approved superintendent search update and timeline revision (5-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing November 18, 2021, as National Family/Parent Involvement Day (5-0)
• Approved 36 items on the Superintendent’s Consent Agenda, including student expulsions and facility contracts (5-0)

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

The District English Learner Advisory Committee will vote on approving the October 7, 2021 meeting minutes and receive informational presentations on ELPAC testing, reclassification criteria, a parent-teacher conference role-play, and intervention supports for English learners. Board nominations for open positions are also presented as information items. The meeting is held virtually with only written public comments accepted.

• Approval of October 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Informational item on understanding ELPAC and reclassification criteria
• Informational item on parent-teacher conference role-play
• Informational item on ELI-RT student-centered coaching and intervention supports
• Board nominations for open DELAC positions (Secretary, ELAC Liaisons, etc.)

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 to approve the meeting agenda and minutes from October 6, 2021, and receive informational updates on interpretation, public comment, general meeting planning, and housekeeping. No substantive policy or budget items are scheduled for action.

• Approval of agenda for November 3, 2021
• Approval of minutes from October 6, 2021
• Discussion on general meeting agenda planning
• Housekeeping discussion including election nomination update

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

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education will meet online on Oct. 28, 2021. The agenda includes a presentation on the Alternate Pathways workgroup, a discussion on barriers and grassroots advocacy, a mathematics curriculum presentation, and an open public testimony session. The committee will also review next steps for its work. No formal actions or votes are listed.

• Presentation on Alternate Pathways (Alt Pathways) to a High School Diploma workgroup
• Discussion: “Identifying Barriers to Change & Strategies for Grassroots Advocacy”
• Presentation by GVC Curriculum Team: “Mathematics for Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities”
• Open Forum for public testimony on services, transition outcomes, diplomas, access, and curriculum
• Discussion of next steps for the committee

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

The Charter School Facility Committee will discuss funding status, discretionary spending, and charter school facility projects. The committee also plans to approve minutes from August and propose a 2022 meeting schedule. All items are informational or routine actions.

• Approval of August 26, 2021 meeting minutes
• Funding status report and discretionary spending update
• Proposition 51 update on utilization of funds
• Charter school construction management report
• Proposed 2022 meeting schedule (discussion/action)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will adopt the agenda, approve the 2022-23 instructional calendar, and approve the 2021-22 School Plans for Student Achievement and categorical budget summaries for 16 Comprehensive Support and Improvement schools. The meeting also includes employee service recognitions and a student STEAM program presentation. All items are listed as actions or informational items on the agenda.

• Adopt agenda (action item)
• Approve 2022-23 instructional calendar (action item)
• Approve 2021-22 SPSAs and categorical budget summaries for 16 CSI schools (action item)
• Recognition of employees for years of service (information)
• Student presentation: Wilson Middle School STEAM program (information)

The Board of Education approved the 2022-23 instructional calendar, the ESSER III expenditure plan, and school plans for 16 comprehensive support schools. The board also granted several real estate easements to the City of San Diego and San Diego Gas and Electric Company.

• Approved 2022-23 Instructional Calendar (5-0)
• Approved 2021-22 School Plan for Student Achievement for 16 CSI Schools (5-0)
• Approved Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER III) Expenditure Plan (5-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing November 2021 as Native American Heritage Month (5-0)
• Approved resolution addressing Antisemitism with specified edits (5-0)
• Approved permanent easements for public sidewalks and water facilities to City of San Diego (5-0)
• Approved permanent easements for EV charging infrastructure to San Diego Gas and Electric Company (5-0)
• Approved appointment of representatives to the Redistricting Engagement Committee (5-0)

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

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee will accept written public comments, review a series of subcommittee reports, and vote to approve the meeting minutes from September 16, 2021. The meeting also includes updates from the construction, finance/audit, and executive/governance subcommittees. The next ICOC meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2021.

• Approve meeting minutes for 9/16/21 (action)
• Call for written public testimony (email by 12 pm day before meeting)
• Construction Subcommittee quarterly reports (e.g., HVAC, i21, Cost Savings Matrix)
• Finance/Audit Subcommittee Controls Status Report (October 2021)
• Next meeting set for November 17, 2021 at 10 am via Zoom

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the minutes from its September 16, 2021 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports regarding construction, finance, and governance.

• Approved meeting minutes for 9/16/21 (5-1-0)

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

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education Executive Committee is meeting virtually to discuss operational items, including approving past minutes, reviewing membership applications, and receiving a district presentation previewing an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) parent training. The committee will also hear written public testimony and conduct a roundtable discussion.

• District presentation on ADR Preview and Feedback
• Review and action on membership applications
• Approval of draft minutes from prior executive committee meetings
• Report from Ad Hoc Committee for Meaningful Course of Study
• Written public testimony accepted until noon on meeting day

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

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs will hear informational updates on the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), summer school programs, Title I distribution history, and the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) timeline. The council will also vote to approve minutes from previous meetings and the current agenda. Executive board nominations and subcommittee formation will be introduced for discussion.

• Approval of meeting minutes for May 19, June 9, and September 15, 2021
• LCAP update presented by Kimberli Banks (informational)
• Title I distribution process and history presented by Thomas P. Liberto
• SPSA timeline update (informational)
• Executive board nominations and subcommittee formation (informational)

Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The committee will discuss the process for participating in applicant screening scheduled for November 17 and 18, 2021. Members will also begin planning stakeholder participation for vetting three finalists in early December 2021.

• Approval of October 6, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review of the October 12, 2021, SDUSD Board Meeting recap regarding job postings and position descriptions
• Discussion of applicant screening process scheduled for November 17-18, 2021
• Planning for stakeholder participation in vetting three finalists in December 2021

A quorum was not established, so no official actions were taken. The committee discussed the candidate screening process and reported that the Board approved the job posting 6-0. Volunteers were sought for outreach and selection process work groups.

• No formal actions taken due to lack of quorum
• Board approved job posting (6-0)

CANCELLED Due to Lack of Quorum - Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity, 5:00 P.M.

This meeting of the Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions or discussions occurred. The committee was to continue its data discussion on grading, discipline, ethnic studies, school police, and staff diversity.

• Cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Information/action item: Data discussion on racial justice and equity topics including discriminatory grading, discipline, ethnic studies, school police, and staff diversity
• Public testimony accepted only via email
• Next meeting scheduled for November 10, 2021

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will conduct a public hearing and vote on a resolution certifying that the district has provided sufficient standards-aligned textbooks and instructional materials, as required by state law. Members will also review local indicators for the California School Dashboard and receive a presentation on local assessments for ELA and math in grades 3-12. A student presentation on Loma Portal Elementary's STEAM Innovation Program is scheduled.

• Public hearing and resolution on certification of sufficient standards-aligned textbooks and instructional materials for 2021-22
• Review of California School Dashboard local indicators for Fall 2021 (teacher assignment, instructional materials, facilities, standards implementation, parent engagement, school climate, broad course of study)
• Staff presentation on 2021 local assessments for English language arts and mathematics for grades 3-12
• Student presentation: Loma Portal Elementary School STEAM Innovation Program
• Report on closed session actions and ASB President reports

The Board of Education approved initial proposals for five collective bargaining units and authorized easements for electric vehicle charging infrastructure at the District Supply and Transportation Centers. Other actions included approving a 99-year lease with the City of San Diego for San Diego High School and Balboa Stadium.

• Approved initial proposals for five collective bargaining units (5-0)
• Approved easements for EV charging infrastructure at District Supply Center (5-0)
• Approved easements for EV charging infrastructure at District Transportation Center (5-0)
• Approved 99-year lease with City of San Diego for San Diego High School and Balboa Stadium (5-0)
• Approved redistricting process (5-0)
• Approved certification of standards-aligned textbooks and instructional materials (5-0)
• Approved recognition of October 11, 2021, as Indigenous Peoples' Day (5-0)
• Approved Superintendent search job posting and position description revision (5-0)

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

The District English Learner Advisory Committee is conducting a general membership meeting regarding board elections and nominations. The agenda includes information on parent training, legal tasks, and the review of previous meeting minutes.

• DELAC Board Elections and Nominations
• Approval of August 26, 2021 Special Meeting and May 6, 2021 General Meeting minutes
• District Annual Task: Parent Training/Question & Answer - Ron Rode
• District Annual Tasks: Parent Training/Question & Answer - Lynn A. Ryan
• Legal Tasks: Advice/Parent Training/Question & Answer - Claire Arias-Kassir

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

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education will hear a presentation on translation services and receive updates on the school choice application deadline of November 15, 2021. The committee will also take public testimony, review district reports on due process complaints and staffing vacancies, and vote to approve outstanding meeting minutes and a draft board report.

• School Choice application deadline of November 15, 2021, presented by Marceline Marques
• Presentation on translation services by Mario Garcia
• Public testimony on non-agenda items, submitted in writing by noon on meeting day
• District report on Due Process, Noncompliance Complaint, and OCR Complaint numbers
• Action to approve outstanding general meeting minutes from June 10 and September 9, 2021

Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee will discuss and finalize the draft Superintendent Job Posting to submit to the Board of Education on October 12. They will also review the National Center on Education and the Economy’s (NCEE) community input report and consider a letter to the board about district communications. The committee will vote on approving prior meeting minutes and a recommendation to recognize Dr. Julie Martel.

• Discussion and finalization of the Superintendent Job Posting for Board of Education approval on October 12, 2021
• Review of the NCEE Community Input Session Final Report (SDUSD Final Report 09.29.21)
• Approval of a subcommittee letter to the Board of Education regarding district communications
• Recommendation to the Board to recognize Dr. Julie Martel for her work as committee coordinator
• Approval of minutes from the September 30, 2021 regular meeting

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee approved a draft job posting and a letter to the Board regarding language access concerns. The approved job posting will be presented to the Board on October 12, 2021.

• Approved draft job posting with amendments (22-0-1)
• Approved minutes from September 30, 2021 (18-0-1)
• Approved letter to the Board regarding participation for non-English/Spanish speakers (18-0-0)
• Scheduled additional meeting for October 20th for HR training on application vetting

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

This meeting of the DAC Executive Board is primarily procedural: approving the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, receiving informational updates on housekeeping items such as the SPSA timeline, and planning future general meetings. Public comment is accepted in writing only. No substantive policy or budget decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of the October 6, 2021 agenda
• Approval of the September 1, 2021 minutes
• Public comment period for written submissions only
• Discussion of general meeting agenda planning
• Housekeeping update including SPSA timeline

Superintendent Search Job Posting Subcommittee Meeting, 7:30 a.m.

The Superintendent Search Job Posting Subcommittee will meet to continue developing the job posting for the district's next superintendent. Discussion will include feedback from the advisory committee and alignment with a report from NCEE. No action items are scheduled; the meeting is limited to information and discussion. Written public comments will be accepted by email.

• Review and discussion of draft job posting for superintendent position
• Incorporation of feedback from Superintendent Search Advisory Committee
• Alignment with NCEE final report on job posting

Superintendent Search Advisory Correspondence Subcommittee, 5:00 p.m.

The Superintendent Search Advisory Correspondence Subcommittee will meet to develop a letter to the Board of Education to accompany the NCEE's final report on the superintendent search. The meeting will be held virtually and accepts written public comments submitted by email before noon.

• Development of correspondence to the Board of Education regarding NCEE's final report

Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The committee will discuss the superintendent search process, including a final report on community input sessions conducted by the National Center for Education and the Economy (NCEE) and an initial review of a draft job posting for the superintendent position. They will also vote to approve minutes from the September 8, 2021 regular meeting. Public comment is accepted only in writing prior to the meeting.

• Final report on community input sessions (July–September 2021) from NCEE
• Draft superintendent job posting for initial committee review
• Approval of minutes from the September 8, 2021 regular meeting
• Written public comment accepted by email until 12:00 pm on meeting day

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee approved the September 8, 2021 minutes and reviewed a draft final report from the National Center for Education and the Economy. Members voted to create a subcommittee to draft a letter to the Board of Education expressing concerns about communication and stakeholder participation during the community input process.

• Approved September 8, 2021 Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved creation of subcommittee to write letter to Board of Education regarding community input process (20-0, 2 abstentions)

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

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education's Ad Hoc Committee will discuss and review curriculum from the 2020-2021 school year, take written public testimony, and plan next steps. The meeting is primarily procedural and informational, with no votes or binding decisions on the agenda.

• Public testimony accepted only in writing by noon on meeting day due to COVID-19 restrictions
• Review of 2020-2021 curriculum for students with disabilities
• Discussion of next steps for special education programming
• Open forum for community input on continuum of services, transition outcomes, diplomas, and general education access

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will consider adopting a resolution recognizing October as Filipino American History Month as part of its consent agenda. The meeting also includes updates on the Summer of Learning program and Ethnic Studies implementation, as well as recognitions of employees for years of service. Most items are informational or ceremonial with no fiscal impact.

• Resolution recognizing October 2021 as Filipino American History Month
• Report on Summer of Learning implementation (Level Up SD)
• Update on implementation of Ethnic Studies
• Recognition of 511 employees for service milestones
• Reports from student body presidents at Hoover and Mission Bay High Schools

The Board approved a vaccine mandate plan and authorized the sale of Proposition Z, Measure YY, and General Obligation Refunding bonds. Members also approved a contract for redistricting support services and ratified various agreements with bargaining units regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved vaccine mandate plan (5-0)
• Authorized issuance of up to $225M Proposition Z and $350M Measure YY bonds (5-0)
• Authorized sale of up to $450M General Obligation Refunding Bonds (5-0)
• Approved agreement with ARCBridge Consulting & Training, Inc. for redistricting services (5-0)
• Ratified COVID-19 pandemic agreements with bargaining units (5-0)
• Approved Measure YY Project Recommendation for Charter School Facility Committee (5-0)
• Approved resolutions recognizing Filipino American, LGBTQIA, and National Bullying Prevention months (5-0)
• Declared surplus school buses of insufficient value to defray cost of sale (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 meet virtually. They will hear a district presentation on streamlining hiring practices, IEP timelines, and Behavior Support Resources data. The committee will also consider approving minutes, reviewing membership applications, and discussing a draft board report.

• Streamlining Hiring Practices presentation
• IEP Timelines presentation
• Behavior Support Resources (BSR) Data presentation
• Draft Data for Board Report presentation
• Review of prospective/renewing membership applications

Superintendent Search Job Posting Subcommittee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The Superintendent Search Job Posting Subcommittee will discuss and provide feedback on the draft job posting, review preliminary community feedback, and finalize the posting process. No decisions are expected; the subcommittee will report to the full committee at its next meeting. The meeting is held virtually and accepts written public comments via email.

• Review of preliminary community feedback on superintendent search
• Review of draft job posting template (working document)
• Review of job description for Superintendent of Public Education
• Review of NCEE report from September 8, 2021
• Review of superintendent search recruitment process presentation from August 26, 2021

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

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee will hold a virtual meeting to accept written public comments, review subcommittee reports, and vote to approve the minutes from the August 19, 2021 meeting. The meeting also includes updates from the Construction and Finance/Audit subcommittees and sets the next meeting for October 21, 2021.

• Approve meeting minutes for the 8/19/21 meeting (action item)
• Accept written public testimony submitted by email (limited to 250 words)
• Construction Subcommittee quarterly reports (e.g., HVAC, i21, Cost Savings Matrix)
• Finance/Audit Subcommittee controls status report for September 2021
• Schedule next ICOC meeting for October 21, 2021 at 10 a.m. via Zoom

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the minutes from the August 19, 2021 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports regarding construction, finance, and governance.

• Approved meeting minutes for 8/19/21 (5-0)

Superintendent Search Job Posting Subcommittee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The Superintendent Search Job Posting Subcommittee will review and discuss the process and materials for developing the job posting, including preliminary community feedback, board resolution, and draft posting information prepared by district staff. The subcommittee will provide feedback to finalize the posting and report to the full committee at its next meeting.

• Review of preliminary community feedback and board resolution for superintendent search
• Discussion of draft job posting template and working document
• Review of NCEE report and superintendent job description
• Subcommittee will provide feedback to finalize posting information

The subcommittee discussed the timeline for the Superintendent job posting and shared reference documents. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Established timeline: Draft to Advisory Committee on 9-30, Final approval by Advisory Committee on 10-6, Presentation to Board on 10-12, and Posting on 10-13

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

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs meets virtually to hear informational updates on the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), legislative affairs, and family engagement events, and to vote on meeting minutes from May and June 2021. No major actions or budget decisions are on the agenda; the meeting is primarily informational.

• LCAP update presented by Kimberli Banks, Financial Planning and Development Analyst
• Legislative update from Enrique Raucho, Director of Government Relations
• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2021 and June 9, 2021
• Training on School Site Council (SSC) elections and roster submission requirements
• Title I identification process training

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will meet to adopt consent agenda items, including resolutions recognizing September as Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, September 15–October 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month, and promoting tobacco use prevention education. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, public comment, student presentations, and reports from the superintendent and board. No items with fiscal impact are listed.

• Adopt resolution recognizing September 2021 as Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month
• Adopt resolution recognizing September 15–October 15, 2021 as National Hispanic Heritage Month
• Adopt resolution promoting good health by discouraging tobacco use through TUPE efforts
• Student presentation: Logan-Memorial Educational Campus video
• Management appointments report (attached)

The Board ratified several bargaining unit agreements, including a successor collective bargaining agreement with the SDEA. Trustees approved revised salary plans for most units and authorized various COVID-19 testing and student support contracts. The Board also passed resolutions recognizing Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month and National Hispanic Heritage Month.

• Approved successor collective bargaining agreement with SDEA (5-0)
• Approved revised salary plans for all units except SDEA (5-0)
• Approved FY 2020-21 Unaudited Actuals Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved resolutions for Suicide Prevention, Hispanic Heritage Month, Tobacco Use Prevention, Afghan Families, and Climate Action (5-0)
• Approved COVID-19 testing agreements with Clarity Lab Solutions, Responsive Partners, and UCSD Medical Center (5-0)
• Approved tutoring services for students experiencing homelessness via School on Wheels, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved literacy programs via Imagine Learning, Inc. and Okapi Educational Publishing, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved 75 items on the Superintendent's Consent Agenda (5-0)

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

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education will receive district presentations on the new organizational chart, staffing changes tied to enrollment, and transportation processes. The committee will also review reports on due process complaints, vacancies, staff on leave, early childhood special education assessments, and virtual academy enrollment. Action items include approving meeting minutes from June 2021 and setting dates for the 2021-2022 meetings.

• District presentation on new special education organizational chart and staff introductions
• Presentation on staffing adjustments related to enrollment changes
• Transportation process overview and Q&A
• Public testimony accepted only in writing by noon on meeting day
• Action to approve outstanding general meeting minutes from June 10, 2021

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

The District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Executive Board is meeting virtually. Action items include approving minutes from May 13, 2021. Information items cover board training, 2021-22 legal tasks for general meetings, and district advisory annual tasks. The board will also discuss presentations to the SDUSD Board of Education.

• Review and approval of minutes from May 13, 2021 Executive Board
• DELAC Board training
• Discussion of 2021-22 DELAC legal tasks for general meetings
• Discussion of 2021-22 District Advisory Annual Tasks
• DELAC Executive Board presentations to the SDUSD Board of Education

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity, 5:00 P.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity will discuss data on five areas of progress: discriminatory grading, discipline, ethnic studies, school police, and staff diversity. The committee will also review its bylaws to recommend replacements for two student members who graduated and a community member who resigned. Both items are presented for information only, with no action scheduled.

• Data discussion on interrupting discriminatory grading practices
• Data discussion on dismantling discriminatory discipline policies
• Data discussion on implementation of ethnic studies for all students
• Data discussion on transformation of school police
• Review of bylaws to recommend new committee member appointments

Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee will discuss creating two subcommittees: one for data analysis and one for drafting the superintendent job posting. They will also receive an update on community input sessions from the National Center for Education and the Economy. The committee will continue discussing desired qualities for the next superintendent in relation to the district's LCAP and vision. Previous meeting minutes are also up for approval.

• Approval of minutes from July 21, August 11, and August 26, 2021 meetings
• Community input session update by the National Center for Education and the Economy (NCEE)
• Continued discussion of qualities for the next superintendent in relation to LCAP and district vision
• Creation of a Data Analysis Subcommittee to review NCEE data through mid-October
• Creation of a Job Posting Subcommittee to work with HR on superintendent job posting for Board approval by October 12, 2021

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee approved the formation of a subcommittee to draft a job posting for the next superintendent. The committee also approved meeting minutes from July and August. No motion was made to establish a proposed data analysis subcommittee.

• Approved minutes for July 21, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for August 11, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for August 26, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved formation of job posting subcommittee (19-1)
• Denied/No motion made to establish data analysis subcommittee

District Advisory Council (DAC) for Compensatory Education Programs, Superintendent Search Community Input Session, 6:00 P.M.

The District Advisory Council is holding a community input session to gather public feedback on the search for a new superintendent. The session will be facilitated by NCEE and includes discussion. No decisions are being made at this meeting.

• Community input session for superintendent search facilitated by NCEE

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

The District Advisory Committee executive board will approve the meeting agenda and minutes from April, May, and June 2021. The board will also discuss general meeting planning and a timeline for community input on the superintendent search. This agenda is procedural boilerplate and contains no substantive policy, budget, or contract decisions.

• Approval of minutes from April 7, May 5, and June 2, 2021
• Discussion of superintendent search community input session timeline
• Information on virtual meeting interpretation and public comment procedures
• Next scheduled general meeting set for March 17, 2021

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education, Superintendent Search Community Input Session, 6:00 pm

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education is holding a facilitated input session to gather community feedback on the superintendent search. The meeting includes interpretation services, discussion, and public comment. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Community input session on the superintendent search for the San Diego Unified School District

REVISED DAC Special Executive Board Retreat Agenda, 3:30 P.M.

This is a special executive board retreat for the San Diego Unified School District's District Advisory Committee (DAC), consisting of discussion-only items. The board will review draft meeting agendas for 2021-22, set executive committee priorities, discuss bylaws, and align with district goals. No binding votes or financial actions are scheduled.

• Discussion of 2021-22 draft DAC meeting agendas
• Setting of DAC Executive Committee priorities
• Review of DAC Executive Committee bylaws
• Discussion on DAC alignment with district goals
• Public comment period at start of meeting

District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), Superintendent Search Community Input Session, 6:00 p.m.

The District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) is holding a special community input session to gather feedback on the superintendent search. The meeting includes interpretation services, a facilitated input session, and discussion. No decisions are being made; the purpose is to collect public input.

• Community input session on superintendent search facilitated by NCEE
• Ratified minutes from the August 26, 2021 special meeting available in English and Spanish

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 receive a district presentation on the Guaranteed Viable Curriculum for moderate/severe special education and a draft data report on students receiving special education services. The committee will also vote on membership applications and approve prior minutes. Public testimony is accepted only in writing before the meeting.

• Update on the Guaranteed Viable Curriculum for moderate/severe special education
• Presentation of draft data report on students receiving special education services
• Review and action on membership applications
• Approval of draft executive committee minutes from May 20, 2021
• Report from Ad Hoc Committee on Meaningful Course of Study

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

The Charter School Facility Committee will hear funding and spending updates, review charter school construction projects, and consider recommending a new committee member. Presentations on project applications from Albert Einstein Academies, Holly Drive Leadership Academy, and Empower Language Academy are scheduled for discussion and possible action.

• Recommendation of new CSFC committee member (Discussion/Action)
• Albert Einstein Academies High School project application presentation (Discussion/Possible Action)
• Holly Drive Leadership Academy project application presentation (Discussion/Possible Action)
• Empower Language Academy planning application review (Discussion/Possible Action)
• Funding status, discretionary spending, and Proposition 51 update (Information)

The Charter School Facility Committee approved forwarding project applications for Albert Einstein Academies High School, Holly Drive Leadership Academy, and Empower Language Academy to the Board of Education. The committee also recommended Dr. Helen Griffith to fill a vacancy on the committee.

• Approved meeting minutes from March 25 and April 22, 2021 (6-0)
• Recommended Dr. Helen Griffith as new CSFC member (6-0)
• Forwarded Albert Einstein Academies High School project application to Board of Education (5-1-0)
• Forwarded Holly Drive Leadership Academy planning application to Board of Education (6-0)
• Forwarded Empower Language Academy project application to Board of Education (6-0)

Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee will discuss what qualities the next superintendent should have, linking them to the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and the district's vision. The committee will also hear updates on planned community input sessions and the role of Human Resource Services in the search process. The meeting includes approval of minutes from prior sessions and accepts written public comment.

• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2021 and August 11, 2021 regular meetings
• Discussion: qualities for the next superintendent in relation to the LCAP and district vision
• Update on communications for five virtual and nine in-person community input sessions scheduled Sept 7-18, 2021
• Presentation on the role of Human Resource Services in the search and selection process

The committee met via Zoom to discuss desired qualities for the next permanent Superintendent and receive updates on the recruitment timeline. No official actions were taken because a quorum was not present.

• Approval of July 21 and August 11 minutes: No action taken (no quorum)

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

The San Diego Unified School District ICOC will consider approving its 2021 second quarterly report and the minutes from its May 20 meeting. The committee will also receive informational updates on construction projects, finances, communications, and district legal actions. Public comment is accepted only via email before the meeting due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approval of ICOC 2nd Quarterly Report (Action)
• Approval of meeting minutes from 5/20/21 (Action)
• Legal Actions, Errors, Accidents and Exceptions update
• Construction Management, Business Outreach, and HVAC quarterly reports
• Controls status report for Measures YY, Props. S & Z

The committee approved the meeting minutes from May 20, 2021. Members also voted to finalize edits to the draft 2nd Quarterly Report for review and posting.

• Approved May 20, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved process to clean up edits to the draft ICOC 2nd Quarterly Report and send to ICOC for review and posting (7-0)

Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee will review data from five community input sessions and begin discussing candidate qualifications aligned with the LCAP and district vision. No actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting. The superintendent oversees district operations, budget, and educational policy, which directly affects school funding and curriculum for San Diego Unified School District students.

• Report on community input from the National Center for Education and the Economy
• Discussion on superintendent candidate qualities relative to the LCAP and district vision
• Written public comments accepted via email to [email protected] by 12:00 pm
• Next meeting scheduled for August 26, 2021 at 5:00 pm

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee reviewed a report from NCEE regarding community input sessions. A motion to create a communications subcommittee was defeated, and the final agenda item was tabled for the next meeting.

• Motion to form a communications subcommittee failed (2-15)
• Tabled final agenda item to the following meeting

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified Board of Education will receive a staff report on implementing Assembly Bill 104, which provides academic protections for students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The board will also get an update on the superintendent search process and hear the annual CTEAC report. The agenda includes employee service recognitions and reports from advisory committees.

• Implementation plan for AB 104 (grading relief for pandemic-affected students)
• Update on superintendent search to replace Cindy Marten
• Career Technical Education Advisory Committee annual update
• Recognition of 54 employees for years of service (40, 30, 20, 15, 10, 5 years)
• Acceptance of monthly reports from multiple board advisory committees

The Board of Education approved several administrative agreements, including COVID-19 pandemic memorandums of understanding and a release time agreement for the SDEA Vice President. The Board also approved a large consent agenda covering student services, legal counsel, and facility repairs.

• Approved agreement with San Diego Education Association for Vice President Kyle Weinberg release time (5-0)
• Ratified MOUs with bargaining units regarding the COVID-19 pandemic (5-0)
• Approved 51 items on the Superintendent's Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved agreement with New Century Construction, Inc. for Point Loma High School retaining wall repair
• Approved agreement with California Department of Public Health for 2021-22 school site Covid-19 testing
• Approved resolution for the Capital Improvement Plan Project and associated environmental reports
• Approved Master Site and Facilities Lease Agreement with Erickson-Hall Construction Co. for America's Finest Charter School
• Approved agreement with University of California San Diego for Preuss Charter School bus transportation

Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Superintendent Search Advisory Committee will approve minutes from two June meetings. The committee will also review a two-hour community input session model led by the National Center for Education and the Economy. This session will serve as a practice run for public feedback on the superintendent search starting July 29, 2021, which will allow residents to submit written comments on candidates.

• Approval of draft minutes from June 16 and June 23, 2021 meetings
• Review of a two-hour community input session model for superintendent candidates
• Planning for public feedback sessions beginning July 29, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for August 11, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.

The committee reviewed its workplan and the three tasks assigned by the Board for the superintendent search process. Members discussed the adjusted schedule for the job announcement and community engagement. No new policy decisions were made.

• Approved June 16, 2021 minutes (21-0-1)
• Approved June 23, 2021 minutes (20-0-2)

Special Meeting: Board Governance

This special meeting is dedicated to a board governance discussion. The board will discuss governance issues with Dr. Laurie Coskey and Interim Superintendent Jackson. Only agendized public testimony is allowed. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 27, 2021.

• Board governance discussion facilitated by Dr. Laurie Coskey
• Participation by Interim Superintendent Jackson
• Attachments include '7-20-21 Governance Agenda.pdf' and 'Board-Superintendent Best Practices .pdf'
• No non-agenda public testimony at this special meeting

The Board of Education conducted a governance workshop facilitated by Dr. Laurie Coskey. The session consisted of discussions on board practices and meeting procedures; no substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Approved agenda (5-0)

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

The Audit and Finance Committee will receive a status update on the 2020-21 external audit and an internal audit staff update. The committee will also vote on approving the minutes from the May 19, 2021, regular meeting. Public comment is accepted via email before noon.

• 2020-21 External Audit Status Report from Crowe Horwath
• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2021, regular meeting
• Staff update on internal audit

The committee approved the minutes from the May 19, 2021, regular meeting. Members received updates on the 2020-21 external audit and internal audit staffing challenges.

• Approved May 19, 2021, regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

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

This meeting of the San Diego Unified School District Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee was cancelled. The agenda listed only procedural items including approval of prior meeting minutes, a chief's report, construction and finance updates, and a draft quarterly report. No votes or actionable decisions were scheduled.

• Approval of May 20, 2021 meeting minutes (action item, not acted upon due to cancellation)
• Review of draft ICOC 2nd Quarterly Report (information only)
• Construction subcommittee reports on HVAC, i21, and cost savings matrix (information only)

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity, 5:00 P.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity will receive information on subcommittee meetings scheduled for July and August, focusing on dismantling discriminatory discipline policies, transforming school police, staff diversity, interrupting discriminatory grading practices, and implementing ethnic studies. The item is presented for information only, with no action requested. Written public testimony will be accepted via email.

• Subcommittee on Dismantling Discriminatory Discipline Policies and Practices and Transformation of School Police meeting in July
• Subcommittee on Staff Diversity, Interrupting Discriminatory Grading Practices, and Implementation of Ethnic Studies for All Students meeting in August
• Public testimony accepted via email by 12:00 p.m. the day before the meeting

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will receive an informational update on school reopening plans, including safety mitigations and timeline. They will vote on a recommendation to establish a K-12 online Virtual Academy by reconfiguring iHigh Virtual High School, at an estimated cost of $11 million funded by ESSER II. The consent agenda includes approval of field trips and an independent contractor agreement totaling $2,035.

• Vote on K-12 Virtual Academy, $11 million from ESSER II funds
• School reopening update on safety mitigations and timeline
• Approval of field trips for elementary, middle, and secondary schools
• Approval of independent contractor agreements totaling $2,035
• Public speakers list for meeting

The Board of Education approved the creation of a K-12 Online Virtual Academy and settled a legal case. They also approved 34 items on the Superintendent’s Consent Agenda, including various school construction and service contracts.

• Established a K-12 Online Virtual Academy (5-0)
• Approved settlement of Otto Lana v. San Diego Unified School Dist. (5-0)
• Approved 34 items on the Superintendent’s Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Byrom-Davey, Inc. for CPMA Middle School field and parking project
• Approved construction services for Linda Vista Elementary School via Nexgen Building Group
• Approved construction services for La Jolla Elementary School via C.W. Driver, LLC
• Approved asphalt repairs at Toler Elementary and Hearst Elementary schools
• Approved agreement with YMCA of San Diego County for Point Loma High School swim facility

Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee will continue its review of Vision 2030, the district's long-term strategic plan, and discuss how it connects to community outreach for the superintendent search. Public comments are accepted only via email until noon on the meeting day. The next meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2021.

• Presentation and discussion on Vision 2030 preliminary work and its relation to the superintendent search
• Public comment accepted only via email until 12:00 p.m. on meeting day
• Next meeting set for July 21, 2021, at 5:00 p.m.

The committee held a discussion on Vision 2030, the National Institute for School Leadership's 9 Building Blocks, and student success metrics. No official actions were taken during this meeting.

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will hear a staff update on school reopening, including safety mitigations and participation data. The board also will adopt annual resolutions delegating authority to the superintendent for the 2021-22 school year and recognize 52 employees for years of service. Other consent agenda items include acceptance of advisory committee reports and approval of administrative assignments.

• School Reopening Update: staff presentation on safety mitigations, in-person participation, and timeline
• Annual Reenactment of Resolutions delegating routine authority to superintendent for 2021-22
• Recognition of 52 employees for 5 to 40 years of service
• Acceptance of monthly reports from nine Board Advisory Committees
• Administrative assignments (management appointments) approved

The Board of Education approved the proposed 2021-22 district budget and the annual service and budget plan for special education. The board also authorized the sale of tax and revenue anticipation notes not to exceed $280 million. Additionally, the board approved the 2021-22 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).

• Approved Proposed 2021-22 District Budget (5-0)
• Authorized issuance and sale of 2021-22 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes up to $280,000,000 (5-0)
• Approved Proposed 2021-22 LCAP (5-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Annual Service and Budget Plan for Special Education (5-0)
• Approved revised Propositions S, Z and Measure YY Plan (5-0)
• Approved adjustment to attendance areas of Mira Mesa Cluster Schools for 2021-22 (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Chairperson and Secretary (5-0)
• Approved 62 items on the Superintendent’s Consent Agenda, excluding Item I.15 (5-0)

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

The June 17, 2021 meeting of the Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee for San Diego Unified School District was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred.

Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee will select a chairperson and secretary by vote, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive a presentation on the district's Vision 2030 planning effort. The meeting accepts only written public comments.

• Selection of committee chair from two volunteers (Mr. Christopher Rice-Wilson and Dr. Crystal Trull) by simple vote; name submitted to Board of Education for approval
• Appointment of Ms. Clare Crawford as committee secretary
• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2021 special meeting and June 2, 2021 regular meeting
• Presentation by Instructional Cabinet on preliminary Vision 2030 work, tying into superintendent search community outreach

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee elected a Chairperson and Secretary to be submitted for Board of Education approval. The committee also approved previous meeting minutes and requested a shared GoogleFolder for documents.

• Selected Christopher Rice-Wilson as Chairperson (16-6)
• Approved Clare Crawford as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved May 19 and June 2, 2021 meeting minutes (18-0-1)
• Approved creation of a shared GoogleFolder for committee documents (unanimous)

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

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education will hear a district presentation on fall reopening Q&A and review local plan, special education data (Phase 1, due process, complaints), staffing vacancies/leaves, and early childhood assessments. The committee will also consider approving outstanding meeting minutes and setting 2021-2022 meeting dates. Public testimony is accepted only in writing due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Fall reopening Q&A for special education families
• Review of Phase 1 data, due process, noncompliance, and OCR complaint numbers
• Current staffing vacancies and number of staff on leave
• Approval of outstanding general meeting minutes from April 8, 2021
• Approval of dates for 2021-2022 committee meetings

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity, 5:00 P.M.

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity will review and discuss the draft 2021-2023 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), which includes commitments on staff diversity, discriminatory grading practices, discipline policies, ethnic studies, and school police transformation. The committee's subcommittees will continue reviewing data on these topics. The meeting includes public testimony via written submission.

• Review of draft 2021-2023 LCAP with commitments on staff diversity, grading, discipline, ethnic studies, and school police transformation
• Subcommittees on Staff Diversity, Grading Practices, Ethnic Studies, and Discipline Policies & School Police to continue data review
• 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 will approve the meeting agenda for June 9, 2021 and the minutes from the May 19, 2021 meeting. Written public comments will be accepted due to COVID‑19 restrictions. The council will also hear informational presentations on family engagement and SSC leadership capacity.

• Approval of agenda for June 9, 2021 (Jeffrey Bennett, DAC Chairperson)
• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2021 (Jeffrey Bennett, DAC Chairperson)
• Written public comment accepted only, submitted by 12:00 pm on meeting day
• Family Engagement News presentation by Pamela King
• Building SSC Leadership Capacity presentation (Resource Teachers, Strategic Planning for Student Achievement)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will receive a staff update on school reopening, including safety mitigations and timeline. They will vote on consent items, including accepting the voluntary surrender of the Suncoast STEAM Academy charter (effective July 1, 2021), a resolution recognizing Juneteenth, and the meeting schedule for January–June 2022. Public comments, student reports, and administrative appointments are also on the agenda.

• School reopening update: staff to present recent guidance changes, safety mitigations, and participation data for in-person learning.
• Accept voluntary surrender of Suncoast STEAM Academy charter (3678 Aero Court) effective July 1, 2021; school closure affects about 67 students.
• Adopt resolution recognizing June 19, 2021 as Juneteenth in San Diego Unified.
• Approve proposed schedule of Board of Education meetings for January through June 2022.
• Administrative appointments and student reports from ASB presidents.

The Board of Education approved several administrative actions, including the voluntary surrender of the Suncoast STEAM Academy charter and a location addition for The Learning Choice Academy. The Board also ratified agreements with bargaining units regarding COVID-19 and member reassignment. Additionally, 31 items on the Superintendent’s Consent Agenda were approved.

• Accepted voluntary surrender of Suncoast STEAM Academy charter effective July 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved adding a location to The Learning Choice Academy charter petition (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Administrators Association of San Diego City Schools regarding member reassignment (5-0)
• Ratified Memorandum of Understanding with bargaining units regarding COVID-19 pandemic (5-0)
• Approved agreement with National Center on Education and the Economy for Superintendent search process (5-0)
• Recognized June 19, 2021, as Juneteenth in San Diego Unified (5-0)
• Approved 31 items on the Superintendent’s Consent Agenda, including field trips and contractor agreements (5-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0)

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

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education's Ad Hoc Committee meets to review district data releases and discuss interim recommendations. The meeting is procedural, with public testimony accepted only in writing due to COVID restrictions. No votes or specific action items are listed on the agenda.

• Written public testimony accepted through an online form until 12 p.m. on meeting day
• Review of district data releases related to special education
• Discussion of interim committee recommendations
• Topics for public input include continuum of services, transition outcomes, and diplomas/certificates/alternatives for students with moderate/severe disabilities

Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from the qualified bidder (NCEE) and discuss whether to recommend contracting them for town halls and community outreach. The committee will also select a chairperson from two volunteers. Public comments are accepted via email only.

• Qualified bidder (NCEE) presents and answers 20 committee questions
• Discussion and vote on recommending the bidder to the Board for town halls and outreach
• Selection of committee chair from volunteers Christopher Rice-Wilson and Crystal Trull
• Public comments accepted via email until 12 p.m. on meeting day
• Next meeting scheduled for June 16, 2021

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee voted to recommend the National Center for Education and the Economy (NCEE) to the Board of Education for a contract to lead community outreach. The committee also postponed the selection of a committee chair.

• Recommended NCEE contract to Board of Education for approval (22-2, 3 abstentions)
• Tabled selection of Advisory Committee Chair (22-0, 1 abstention)

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

This is a largely procedural meeting of the San Diego Unified School District's DAC Executive Board. The board will vote to approve the June 2, 2021 agenda and the minutes from April 7 and May 5, 2021 meetings. They will also hear informational presentations from district guests Thomas Liberto and Mary Johnson, and discuss board presentations, general meeting planning, and housekeeping. No substantive policy or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of the June 2, 2021 agenda
• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2021 and May 5, 2021 meetings
• District guests Thomas Liberto and Mary Johnson (information only)
• Review of board presentation (discussion)
• General meeting agenda planning and housekeeping (discussion)

Special Meeting, 3:30 P.M. Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) Workshop

The San Diego Unified School District Board holds a special workshop to review the proposed 2021-2023 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) and each of its six goals. The board will also vote on the Expanded Learning Opportunities (ELO) Grant Plan, which allocates $77,753,383 for summer programs and extended learning services. Public testimony will be taken on each goal.

• Presentation of the 2021-2023 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
• Approval of the Expanded Learning Opportunities Grant Plan worth $77,753,383 for summer and extended-day programs
• Discussion of Goal 3: Accelerating Learning with High Expectations for All, including ELO funding
• Review of five other LCAP goals: anti-racist schools, access to curriculum, quality teaching, family engagement, and district support
• Public testimony heard on each LCAP goal and at meeting's end

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified Board of Education will hear a staff update on school reopening, covering changes to local, state, and federal guidance, safety mitigations, and participation in in-person and distance learning. The board will also receive an update on the Freedom Summer 2020 recommendations, including the Transforming School Police Committee and Ethnic Studies implementation. An action item is the revision of Administrative Regulation 5121.1 on grading during emergency school closures.

• School Reopening Update: staff report on guidance, safety mitigations, and attendance
• Freedom Summer 2020 update: Transforming School Police Committee and Ethnic Studies progress
• Revision of AR 5121.1, Grades/Evaluation of Student Achievement During Emergency School Closures
• Student presentation: Hage Elementary's Dynamic Physical Education Program
• Recognition of 67 employees for 5–40 years of service

The Board of Education approved the renaming of one elementary school and authorized a modernization plan for San Diego High School. The Board also ratified COVID-19 pandemic memorandums of understanding and approved 49 items on the Superintendent's Consent Agenda.

• Renamed Lindbergh Schweitzer Elementary School to Clairemont Canyons Academy (5-0)
• Approved San Diego High School Whole Site Modernization and Long-Range Facilities Master Plan (5-0)
• Ratified Memorandums of Understanding with bargaining units regarding COVID-19 (5-0)
• Approved initial proposals from San Diego Education Association for successor agreement (5-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing June 2021 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting HR 1280, the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Mental Health Curriculum (5-0)
• Approved 49 items on the Superintendent's Consent Agenda (5-0)

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

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee is holding a largely informational meeting. The only action item is approving the minutes from the April 15 meeting. The committee will receive reports on bond-funded construction, communications, and financial controls.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 4/15/21
• Business outreach update and construction management report
• Quarterly HVAC, i21, and cost savings matrix reports
• Monthly controls status report for Measure YY, Props S & Z
• Next meeting scheduled for June 17, 2021 via Zoom

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the minutes from the April 15, 2021, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of informational reports regarding construction, finance, and district leadership updates.

• Approved meeting minutes for 4/15/21 (5-0)

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

The committee will review district presentations regarding summer experiences and fall return guidelines. The meeting includes operational actions such as reviewing membership applications and prior meeting minutes.

• Presentation on Mod/Severe Curriculum
• Presentation of draft Data Report to Board of Education
• Brainstorming for Fall Parent Training topics
• Review of prospective and renewing member applications
• Approval of prior executive committee meeting minutes

Special Meeting, Classified Employee Recognition, 5:00 P.M.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will hold a special meeting to recognize classified employees of the year for 2020 and 2021. The board will not hear public testimony. The meeting includes recognition of Ronald Dare (2021), David Marceleno-Benavides (2021 runner-up), Andrea Eaton (2020), and Sylvia Hoffman (2020 runner-up). The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 25, 2021.

• Recognition of 2021 Classified Employee of the Year Ronald Dare, Custodial Operations Supervisor
• Recognition of 2021 Classified Employee of the Year Runner-Up David Marceleno-Benavides, Microcomputer Training Specialist
• Recognition of 2020 Classified Employee of the Year Andrea Eaton, Maintenance Planning Senior Coordinator
• Recognition of 2020 Classified Employee of the Year Runner-Up Sylvia Hoffman, Administrative Assistant at San Diego Met High School
• No public testimony will be heard at this special meeting

The Board held a special meeting to announce and honor the Classified Employees of the Year and runners-up for 2020 and 2021. No legislative or budgetary actions were taken.

• Named Ronald Dare 2021 Classified Employee of the Year
• Named David Marceleno-Benavides 2021 Classified Employee of the Year Runner-Up
• Named Andrea Eaton 2020 Classified Employee of the Year
• Named Sylvia Hoffman 2020 Classified Employee of the Year Runner-Up

Superintendent Search Advisory Committee Meeting, 5:30 p.m.

The Superintendent Search Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the search process for a new district superintendent, including orientation, the RFP process, meeting schedule, and nomination of committee officers. The committee will also accept written public comments submitted via email by noon on the day of the meeting.

• Committee orientation and discussion of the RFP process for superintendent search
• Proposed meeting schedule for the advisory committee
• Nomination process for committee chair and secretary
• Public comment accepted only via email, limited to 250 words, due by 12:00 p.m. on meeting day

The committee met for an initial orientation to discuss the superintendent search process, the Ralph M. Brown Act, and the RFP process for consultant services. No formal votes were taken; the meeting focused on establishing the committee's role and outlining the upcoming timeline.

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

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs will hear a presentation on the draft Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for the 2021-22 school year and hold breakout sessions for input. The meeting also includes updates on family engagement events and building School Site Council leadership capacity. Only written public comments will be accepted due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Presentation and breakout sessions on the draft 2021-22 LCAP
• Approval of April 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Family Engagement News update from program manager Pamela King
• Building SSC Leadership Capacity presentation from resource teachers
• Public comment limited to written submissions via email

SPECIAL DAC Executive Board Meeting Agenda, 8:30 P.M.

This is a special executive board meeting of the San Diego Unified School District's DAC. The agenda is largely procedural: approval of the meeting agenda, a review of an advisory board presentation (information only), and written public comment due to COVID-19 restrictions. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of the May 19, 2021 special meeting agenda
• Written public comment accepted until 12:00 pm the day of the meeting
• Review of Advisory Board Presentation (information only)
• Adjournment at 9:30 PM

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

The committee will consider approving minutes from March 17, 2021, and receive a staff update on internal audit, including status of two new positions and risk assessment review. No other action or information items are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from March 17, 2021 regular meeting
• Staff update on internal audit: status of 2 new positions, interview committee member, risk assessment review
• Public comment accepted via email due to COVID-19 restrictions

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 17, 2021, regular meeting. Staff provided updates on internal audit hiring and the District Pcard Audit.

• Approved March 17, 2021, meeting minutes (unanimous)

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

The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education will conduct an ad hoc meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes a debrief of previous presentations regarding the GVC Plan and proposed expansion of Option 2 Diploma.

• Debrief of May 11, 2021, presentations on GVC Plan & Proposed Expansion of Option 2 Diploma
• Public testimony via written submission
• Data review regarding CAC's Request for Information

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education Above and Beyond Awards, 6:30 p.m.

This is a ceremonial meeting of the Community Advisory Committee for Special Education to recognize students and community members with Above and Beyond Awards and recite the Honor Roll. No public testimony will be heard. The meeting will adjourn at 8:00 p.m.

• Presentation of 2020 and 2021 Above and Beyond Awards recipients, including individuals from schools like Doyle Elementary, Hoover High, and Scripps Ranch High
• Recitation of the 2020 and 2021 Honor Roll
• CAC overview and introductions
• No public testimony permitted during the ceremony

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

The District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Executive Board will meet via Zoom to consider approving minutes from its February 11, 2021 meeting and discuss information items including board elections, a debrief of recent general meetings, and a districtwide English learner needs assessment. Other topics include legal tasks, the district's response to immigration enforcement, an officers' report to the Board of Education, and a review of DELAC bylaws. Written public comments are accepted due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approval of minutes from the February 11, 2021 Executive Board meeting
• DELAC Board Elections
• Debrief of March 4 and April 22, 2021 General Meetings
• Districtwide English Learner Needs Assessment
• District's Response to Immigration Enforcement

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

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity will receive its third data presentation, focusing on student discipline and school police data. The committee will also discuss the development of subcommittees to monitor progress in areas such as staff diversity, grading practices, ethnic studies, discipline policies, and school police. The meeting is held via Zoom with written public comment only.

• Review of Data Presentation No. 3 on student discipline and school police data
• Discussion of forming subcommittees for the five focus areas
• Public testimony accepted by email until May 11 at 12:00 p.m.
• Next meeting scheduled for June 9, 2021

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

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education holds a special ad hoc meeting featuring district presentations on the expansion of the Option 2 Diploma and a Guaranteed Viable Modified Curriculum. The committee will also take public testimony and hold a roundtable discussion. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• District presentation on Expansion of Option 2 Diploma
• District presentation on Guaranteed Viable Modified Curriculum
• Public testimony accepted in writing only, due by 12 p.m. on meeting day
• Roundtable discussion on special education issues

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will hear a school reopening update and vote on a $1 million plan to prepare, recruit, and retain a diverse educator workforce. They will also consider approving alternative academic calendars for East Village Middle College High School and San Diego MET aligned with the community college calendar, and issue a proclamation for Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Day of Peace.

• School reopening update on safety mitigations, participation, and next steps (information)
• Proposed $1,000,000 diversity strategy to prepare, recruit, select, and retain a diverse pool of educators and leaders (action)
• Proposed 2021-2022 academic calendar for East Village Middle College High School and San Diego MET, first day August 4, 2021 (action)
• Proclamation recognizing May 26, 2021 as Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Day of Peace (consent)
• Student presentation from Chollas Mead Elementary on Grade 5 Global Scholar Education (information)

The Board of Education approved the 2021-2022 academic calendar for East Village High School and San Diego MET. It also passed a series of resolutions recognizing various awareness weeks and support for zero-emissions school buses. Additionally, the Board approved 40 items on the Superintendent’s Consent Agenda covering facility repairs, contractor agreements, and personnel actions.

• Approved 2021-2022 academic calendar for East Village High School and San Diego MET (5-0)
• Approved resolution in support of zero-emissions school buses (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting educator workforce diversity and CTE/Adult Educator pathways (5-0)
• Approved 40 consent agenda items including facility contracts and personnel actions (5-0)
• Approved roofing contracts for Fletcher, Marvin, and Fulton schools
• Approved modernization project for Gompers Preparatory Academy
• Approved modernization project for O’Farrell Charter School
• Approved electrical service replacement for Chesterton and Mason Elementary Schools

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

The District English Learner Advisory Committee will hold board elections for Secretary, ELAC Liaisons, Parliamentarian, and Student Member. The committee will also discuss the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) engagement and a Districtwide Needs Assessment. Written public comments are accepted via email due to the pandemic.

• DELAC board elections for Secretary, ELAC Liaisons, Parliamentarian, and Student Member
• Approval of minutes from April 22, 2021 general meeting
• Discussion of Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) engagement for 2021-2022
• Review of Districtwide Needs Assessment for English learners
• Written public comment only via [email protected] by 12:00 pm on meeting day

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

This is a primarily procedural meeting of the San Diego Unified School District's DAC Executive Board. The board will vote to approve the agenda and previous meeting minutes, hear from district guests (information only), and discuss planning for general meetings and housekeeping items. No substantive policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Approval of agenda for May 5, 2021
• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2021
• District guests Thomas Liberto, Mary Johnson, and Tavga Bustani (information only)
• General Meeting Agenda Planning including draft LCAP discussion
• Housekeeping discussion

Special Meeting, Day of the Teacher, 5:00 P.M.

This is a special ceremonial meeting honoring teachers, with no public testimony and no action items. The board will recognize 2021 Site Teachers of the Year, District winners and runners-up, and present scholarships from the San Diego Education Fund. Remarks and proclamations are scheduled. The next regular meeting is May 11, 2021.

• Recognition of 2021 District Teachers of the Year: Thomas Courtney, Guadalupe Celadon, Sharon Apple
• Recognition of 2021 Runners-Up: Janice Anderson, Renee Thomas, Francia Pinillos
• Presentation of 2021 San Diego Education Fund scholarships to Cielo Sanchez, Briana Aldape, and Zuadi Farah
• Day of the Teacher Proclamation by City Council Member Joe LaCava

The Board of Education held a special meeting to recognize teachers and award scholarships. No legislative actions or policy decisions were recorded.

• Announced 2021 San Diego Education Fund Scholarship recipients
• Recognized 2021 Teachers of the Year and Runners-Up

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will receive an informational update on school reopening, including safety mitigations and participation data. Also on the agenda is a report on the Level Up SD summer acceleration program. A data report on students receiving special education services will be presented. The board will also consider a resolution recognizing Teacher Appreciation Week.

• School reopening update with safety mitigations and participation data (Item E.2)
• Level Up SD summer acceleration program report (Item E.3)
• Data report on students receiving special education services (Item E.1)
• Resolution recognizing May 4, 2021 as Day of the Teacher and May 3–7 as Teacher Appreciation Week (Consent Item F.2)
• Recognition of 79 employees for years of service (Item C.2)

The Board of Education approved several labor agreements, including a successor term contract with the School Police Officers' Association and a COVID-19 pandemic memorandum of understanding. The Board also approved a wide range of administrative contracts, personnel actions, and student expulsions via the Superintendent's Consent Agenda.

• Ratified successor term collective bargaining agreement with San Diego School Police Officers' Association (5-0)
• Ratified Memorandum of Understanding with bargaining units regarding the COVID-19 pandemic (5-0)
• Approved authorization for Chief of Staff to enter agreements with California Department of Education (5-0)
• Approved revisions to Board Policies and Administrative Regulations (5-0)
• Approved declaration of need for fully qualified educators for 2021-22 (5-0)
• Approved establishment of an ASB Special Revenue Fund per GASB Statement No. 84 (5-0)
• Approved 37 items on Superintendent's Consent Agenda, including student expulsions and various vendor contracts (4-0)
• Approved resolutions recognizing Teacher Appreciation Week, National School Nurse Day, and heritage months (5-0)

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

The CAC for Special Education Executive Committee is meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes a district presentation on the new Mod/Severe Curriculum and a presentation on the draft LCAP data report for special education students. The committee will also consider membership applications and approve prior meeting minutes.

• District report on new Mod/Severe Curriculum presentation
• Draft LCAP data report to Board of Education on students receiving special education services
• Action to approve draft minutes from March 25, 2021 executive committee meeting
• Review and action on prospective/renewing membership applications
• Public testimony accepted only in writing due to COVID-19 restrictions

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

The San Diego Unified School District Charter School Facility Committee will hold a regular meeting to hear public testimony, approve prior minutes, and receive updates on funding status and discretionary spending. The committee will also discuss revising the project/planning application window to July 1-30, 2021, and consider a reapplication requirement for charters falling out of good standing.

• Approval of March 25, 2021 meeting minutes
• Funding status report and site discretionary spending update
• Proposition 51 fund utilization update
• Charter school construction management report
• Discuss revising project/planning application window to July 1-30, 2021

The committee approved a revised project application window for July 2021 and required charter schools to resubmit projects if they lose 'Good Standing' with the District. New public comment time limits were established. May and June meetings were cancelled.

• Approved 10-minute maximum for agenda item public comment and 15 minutes for non-agenda items (7-0)
• Approved requirement for charter schools to resubmit projects if they fall out of 'Good Standing' (7-0)
• Approved revised project/planning application window of July 1 through July 30, 2021 (7-0)
• Deferred March 25, 2021 meeting minutes to July 22nd meeting
• Cancelled May and June meetings

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

The San Diego Unified DELAC will hold a general membership meeting via Zoom on April 22, 2021. The committee will vote on minutes from the previous meeting and receive information updates on the California State Seal of Biliteracy and the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). Only written public comments are accepted due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approval of March 4, 2021 general meeting minutes
• Information item on California State Seal of Biliteracy
• Information item on Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) engagement process
• Written public comments only, due by 12:00 pm on meeting day
• Reminder of elections for Secretary, ELAC Liaisons, Parliamentarian, and Student Member at May 6 meeting

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

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs will hold a routine meeting with informational presentations on family engagement, Rolando Park Elementary best practices, and district assessment data (FAST). The council will also discuss school reopening. No major decisions or votes are scheduled beyond approving the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Presentation on district assessment information (FAST) by Erika Simmons and Tressa Renee
• Discussion on school reopening led by DAC Executive Board
• Presentation by Rolando Park Elementary principal on best practices
• Family engagement update from Pamela King
• Approval of March 17, 2021 meeting minutes

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

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education will review meeting protocols and accept written public testimony due to COVID‑19 restrictions. It will define the objectives and scope of work for its special‑education initiatives and review existing resources while identifying needed district data. The agenda also includes a roundtable discussion before adjourning, with no formal decisions scheduled.

• Written public testimony only, submitted by 1:00 p.m. on April 19
• Define Objectives and Scope of Work – Moira Allbritton
• Review Existing Resources and Identify Needed District Data/Documents
• Roundtable Discussion
• Adjournment

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

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee will meet via Zoom and accept written public testimony submitted by email. Members will review multiple informational reports from the Construction, Finance/Audit, and Executive/Governance subcommittees. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from the March 18, 2021 meeting.

• Approve meeting minutes for the 3/18/21 meeting (Action)
• Accept written public comments (email [email protected], 250‑word limit)
• Review Construction Subcommittee reports (e.g., Construction Management Report, PPO Management Report)
• Review Finance/Audit Subcommittee Controls Status Report
• Review Executive/Governance Subcommittee Draft 1st Quarterly Status Report

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the draft of the 1st Quarterly Status Report, pending grammatical corrections. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 18, 2021, meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes for 3/18/21 (6-1-0)
• Approved draft 1st Quarterly Status Report subject to grammatical data (7-0)

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

The Career Technical Education Advisory Committee will review the 2021-22 Perkins V Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment and a labor market report. The meeting also covers the district's reopening status, Summer 2021 plans, and future meeting dates. The agenda lists only information items and advisory input; no binding decisions or policy votes are scheduled.

• Perkins V 2021-22 Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment review
• Labor Market Report
• Director's update on reopening and Summer 2021 plans
• Review of CTEAC meeting dates for 2021-22
• Written public comment submission deadline (12:00 p.m.)

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

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity will present district data on staff diversity, grading practices, discipline policies, ethnic studies and school police. The committee will discuss creating subcommittees to further monitor progress. Written public comments are accepted because large gatherings are prohibited due to the coronavirus outbreak. The meeting will adjourn with the next session scheduled for May 12, 2021.

• Data presentation on district progress in equity areas (information only)
• Discussion of subcommittee development (action item)
• Call for written public testimony via email
• Adjournment and scheduling of next meeting on May 12, 2021

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will hear a school reopening update and consider action on several items, including ratifying COVID-19 pandemic agreements with multiple bargaining units and adopting a comprehensive COVID-19 testing plan for employees. It will also vote on renewing the charter for Old Town Academy for five years. Consent agenda items include a resolution recognizing April 22 as Earth Day in the district.

• School reopening update on safety mitigations and timeline (information item)
• Ratification of COVID-19 pandemic agreements with AASD, POA, CSEA-OTBS, and PARA unions
• Adoption of comprehensive COVID-19 testing plan for employees reporting to work
• Renewal of Old Town Academy charter petition for 2021–2026
• Resolution recognizing April 22, 2021 as Earth Day in San Diego Unified

The Board of Education renewed the charter petition for Old Town Academy for five years and ratified agreements with bargaining units regarding COVID-19 testing for employees. The Board also approved a series of consent agenda items including facility repairs and instructional contracts.

• Renewed Old Town Academy charter petition for five-year term (5-0)
• Approved agreements with bargaining units and COVID-19 testing plan for employees (5-0)
• Recognized April 22, 2021, as Earth Day (5-0)
• Approved 19 Superintendent's Consent Agenda items (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Padres, LP for 2021 commencement ceremonies at Petco Park (5-0)
• Approved agreement with ZOOM Video Communications, Inc. for enterprise education license (5-0)
• Determined re-roofing projects at four schools are exempt from further CEQA environmental review (5-0)
• Rejected all proposals for Wangenheim Middle School Reroof and HVAC Replacement project (5-0)

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. The agenda includes a parent briefing on Extended School Year and summer opportunities, a presentation on return to in-person learning, and a district report with data on complaints, vacancies, and staffing. The committee will also consider approving previous meeting minutes and forming a nominating committee for officers.

• Presentation from Ed Baisley and Nicole DeWitt on Extended School Year (ESY) and Summer Opportunities with Q&A
• Presentation by Sarah Ott on return to in-person learning
• District report on Phase 1 data, due process, noncompliance complaints, and OCR complaint numbers
• Current vacancies for certificated, paraeducator, and related service providers
• Action to approve outstanding general meeting minutes from March 11, 2021

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

The District Advisory Council Executive Board meeting is largely procedural, with votes to approve the April 7 agenda and February 24 minutes. The board will also hear from district guests, discuss planning for the next general meeting, and handle housekeeping items. Public comment is accepted only in writing due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approval of the April 7, 2021 meeting agenda
• Approval of the February 24, 2021 meeting minutes
• District guests Thomas Liberto and Mary Johnson (information only)
• General meeting agenda planning discussion
• Housekeeping discussion

Special Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will consider ratifying multiple agreements with the San Diego Education Association regarding COVID-19 leave, reasonable accommodations, health and safety for onsite instruction, and the instructional model for the 2020-2021 school year. The item has no required budget adjustments. This is the only substantive action item on a special meeting agenda that otherwise consists of procedural items and does not include non-agenda public testimony.

• Ratification of COVID-19 leave agreement with SDEA
• Ratification of reasonable accommodations agreement
• Ratification of health and safety for onsite instruction agreement
• Ratification of agreement on instructional model for 2020-2021 school year
• No budget adjustments; existing leave and visiting teacher budget covers fiscal impact

The Board of Education ratified and approved agreements with the San Diego Education Association (SDEA) regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting was conducted via Zoom and lasted 12 minutes.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Ratified and approved agreements with San Diego Education Association (SDEA) related to the COVID-19 Pandemic (5-0)

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

The Charter School Facility Committee will discuss and possibly vote on revising the project/planning application window to July 1–30, 2021, and whether charter schools that lose good standing must reapply. The committee will also receive funding status reports, including a Proposition 51 update, and a projects update. Public comment can be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Revise project/planning application window to July 1 through July 30, 2021 (Action)
• Discuss reapplication requirement if charter falls out of good standing (Discussion/Action)
• Funding status report and Proposition 51 update (Information)
• Charter School Construction Management Report (Action)
• Approval of February 25, 2021 meeting minutes (Action)

The committee approved the minutes from the February 25, 2021 meeting. Members discussed charter school standing verification and received updates on funding and the Iftin Charter School License Agreement.

• Approved February 25, 2021 Meeting Minutes (5-0)

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

The CAC Executive Committee will meet via Zoom to hear a district presentation on the new Mod/Severe Curriculum and a draft data report to the Board of Education on students receiving special education services. Public testimony is accepted only in writing before the meeting due to COVID-19 restrictions. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes and review membership applications.

• District presentation on new Mod/Severe Curriculum by Jamie Milton
• Draft Data Report to Board of Education on Students Receiving Special Education Services
• Public testimony accepted only in writing by 1 p.m. on March 24 via Google form
• Action to approve draft minutes of prior executive committee meeting (February 25, 2021)
• Review of prospective/renewing membership applications

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will receive an information update on school reopening, including changes to local, state, and federal guidance, safety mitigations, participation in in-person learning, and anticipated next steps. The consent agenda includes approval of Title I Schoolwide Program for five schools, a resolution recognizing César E. Chavez Day, and other procedural items. The meeting also features a student presentation, employee service recognitions, and reports from the superintendent and board.

• School Reopening Update: staff presentation on path to reopening and safety mitigations
• Authorization of Title I Schoolwide Program for University City High, Sandburg, Hage, Logan Memorial, and Mountain View schools
• Resolution recognizing March 31, 2021, as César E. Chavez Day of Service and Learning
• Recognition of 107 employees for years of service (5 to 40 years)
• Student presentation: Tierrasanta Elementary MakerSpace

The Board of Education approved adjustments to attendance areas for four Kearny Cluster elementary schools and authorized several facility and service contracts. Other actions included recognizing Cesar E. Chavez Day and approving the 2020-2021 Federal LCAP Addendum.

• Approved attendance area adjustments for four Kearny Cluster elementary schools (5-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 Federal LCAP Addendum (5-0)
• Approved final offers for charter school facility allocations for 2021-22 (5-0)
• Approved appointment of representatives to Proposition S, Proposition Z and Measure YY Oversight Committee (5-0)
• Approved Title I Schoolwide Program for five schools (5-0)
• Approved resolutions for Cesar E. Chavez Day and support for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (5-0)
• Approved 37 items on Superintendent’s Consent Agenda, including Zoom licenses and security services (5-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

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

The ICOC will vote to approve the minutes from its February 18 meeting. The committee will also receive information reports on bond-funded construction projects, including business outreach, construction management, HVAC, and i21 technology updates. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled; most items are informational.

• Approval of February 18, 2021 meeting minutes (action item)
• Construction management report on Props. S and Z projects
• Business outreach update (quarterly)
• HVAC quarterly report
• i21 quarterly report

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the minutes from the February 18, 2021 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports from the construction, finance/audit, and executive/governance subcommittees.

• Approved meeting minutes for 2/18/21 (6-0)

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

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs will vote to approve its March agenda and February minutes, then receive informational presentations on Family Engagement news, an LCAP (Local Control and Accountability Plan) overview and a related poll on budget priorities, and SSC training resources. Breakout sessions on the budget process will follow. No decisions on funding are scheduled.

• LCAP Overview presentation by Chief Tavga Bustani and Executive Coordinator Callie Harrington (information only)
• LCAP Poll on budget priorities conducted by Chair Jeffrey Bennett (information only)
• Family Engagement News update from Program Manager Pamela King
• SSC Training Resources presentation by Resource Teacher Rachael Tarshes
• Breakout Sessions on Budget Process and report-out

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

The Audit and Finance Committee will consider approval of January 20, 2021, meeting minutes, receive a demo of new Associated Student Body (ASB) financial software from Kev Group, review the 2020-21 external audit client service plan and timeline from Crowe Horwath, and get an update on COVID-19 financial ramifications for the district. A staff update on internal audit will also be presented, covering status of two new positions and a risk assessment.

• Approval of minutes from January 20, 2021, regular meeting
• Demo of new Associated Student Body (ASB) financial software by Kev Group
• Review of 2020-21 external audit client service plan and timeline by Crowe Horwath
• Update on COVID-19 financial ramifications for the district
• Staff update on internal audit including status of new positions and risk assessment

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the January 20, 2021, regular meeting. Members received demonstrations of new ASB financial software and an external audit timeline. Staff provided updates on COVID-19 financial impacts and delays to the internal audit process.

• Approved January 20, 2021, regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

Special Joint Meeting of the San Diego Unified School District and the San Diego Community College District Boards, 5:00 P.M.

This special joint meeting of the San Diego Unified School District and San Diego Community College District boards focuses on status reports of joint goals, including strengthening student pathways and closing equity gaps, and discussion of legislative support for four California bills (AB 927, AB 421, AB 576, AB 22). No votes are scheduled; it is an informational and discussion session.

• Status report on joint goals: Strengthening Pathways and Closing Equity Gaps
• Discussion of partnerships for student equity and access
• Support for Assembly Bill 927 (Medina): Statewide Community College Baccalaureate Program
• Support for Assembly Bill 22 (McCarty): Universal Transitional Kindergarten
• Support for Assembly Bill 421 (Ward): Career Development and College Preparation Courses

The San Diego Unified School District and San Diego Community College District boards met to review a joint progress report on student equity and pathways. The boards voted to support several legislative efforts, including bills related to community college baccalaureate programs and transitional kindergarten.

• Approved support for AB 927, AB 421, and AB 576 (5-0)
• SDCCD Board approved support for AB 22 (5-0)

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

The District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Executive Board will vote on approving minutes from the February 11, 2021 meeting. The board will also discuss informational items including board elections, a districtwide English learner needs assessment, and ways to increase parent involvement at ELAC and DELAC meetings.

• Approval of minutes from the February 11, 2021 DELAC Executive Board meeting
• DELAC Board Elections
• Districtwide English Learner Needs Assessment
• Discussion on increasing parent involvement at ELAC and DELAC general meetings
• Review of DELAC Bylaws

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

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education will receive presentations on the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and the special education budget. District reports will cover due process data, vacancies, staff on leave, and early childhood placements. The committee will also consider approving meeting minutes and establishing a nominating committee for officer elections.

• Presentation from District on Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)
• Special Education Budget presentation by Thomas Liberto
• District report on due process, noncompliance complaint, and OCR complaint numbers
• Update on certificated, paraeducator, and related service vacancies
• Action to approve outstanding general meeting minutes and form nominating committee

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

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity meets to discuss data on staff diversity, grading practices, discipline policies, ethnic studies, and school police transformation, and to discuss forming subcommittees. No action items are voted on; the meeting is informational and procedural.

• Data discussion on five areas: staff diversity, interrupting discriminatory grading practices, dismantling discriminatory discipline, implementation of ethnic studies, transformation of school police
• Discussion of developing subcommittees to oversee progress
• Public testimony accepted by email before noon the day prior to the meeting

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The board will receive an update on school reopening plans and consider approving a $21.6 million summer school and extended school year program for 2021, including online credit recovery, elementary and secondary summer experiences, and services for students with disabilities.

• School Reopening Update: staff to report on changes to federal/state/local guidance, safety mitigations, and timeline for in-person learning (information only)
• Action item: approve $21,591,476 summer school program including online credit recovery ($2,006,476), secondary summer experience ($4,628,000), elementary summer experience ($4,957,000), extended school year for special education ($5,000,000), and community partnerships ($5,000,000)
• Student presentation: Cadman Elementary School: A Star Arts School Through the Ages

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

The District English Learner Advisory Committee will approve the February 4, 2021 meeting minutes and review executive board nominations. The committee will receive an update on the SDUSD superintendent recruitment process, discuss attendance figures and plans for reopening schools, and present online learning strategies. Announcements include the ELAC response form reminder and that the nomination window for several board positions closes on April 6, 2021, with elections at the May 6 meeting.

• Approve minutes from the February 4, 2021 DELAC general meeting
• Review executive board nominations for Secretary, ELAC Liaisons, Parliamentarian, and Student Member (nomination deadline April 6, 2021)
• Update on the San Diego Unified School District superintendent recruitment process
• Attendance update and discussion of school reopening plans
• Presentation of online learning strategies for a safe and engaging learning environment

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

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs will elect a representative to the Superintendent Selection Committee and review bios for nominations. The meeting will also cover attendance and adjournment; public comment is accepted only in writing by 12 pm on meeting day.

• Review slate of nominations for DAC representative to Superintendent Selection Committee
• Election of DAC representative to Superintendent Selection Committee
• Public comment accepted via email only due to COVID-19 directives
• Next general DAC meeting scheduled for March 17, 2021, 6:30 pm
• Next Executive Board meeting March 3, 2021

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

The committee will review funding status, discretionary spending, and charter school construction management. Discussion items include the reallocation of funds from closed schools and an update on Iftin Charter School.

• Reallocation of Site Discretionary funds from closed schools
• Proposition 51 update regarding utilization of funds
• Iftin Charter School project timeline discussion
• Ad Hoc Committee update on 2014 Board Policy proposed amendments

The committee approved the minutes from the January 28, 2021 meeting with one amendment. No substantive actions were taken regarding site discretionary funds or the Iftin Charter School project.

• Approved January 28, 2021 Meeting Minutes with amendment (7-0)

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

This is a procedural executive committee meeting of the Community Advisory Committee for Special Education. The committee will hear district presentations on budget, local plan, parent survey, and learning lab data related to Expansion of Phase 1 and ECSE Data. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled beyond routine operational items.

• District presentation on Expansion of Phase 1 and ECSE Data by Thomas Liberto (budget), Ed Baisley (local plan), Sarah Ott (parent survey and learning lab data)
• Action to approve draft minutes of prior executive committee meetings (Nov 19, 2020 and Jan 28, 2021)
• Action to review applications of prospective/renewing members
• Public testimony accepted only in writing by 1 p.m. Feb 24

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

The DAC Executive Board is meeting to approve the February 24 agenda and minutes from February 3. The board will hear from district guests Thomas Liberto and Mary Johnson, discuss general meeting planning, and receive an update on nominations for the Superintendent Selection Committee representative.

• Approval of agenda for February 24, 2021
• Approval of minutes for February 3, 2021
• District guests: Thomas Liberto and Mary Johnson (information only)
• Call to nominations/election of DAC representative on Superintendent Selection Committee (discussion)
• General meeting agenda planning and housekeeping (discussion)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The Board will adopt its agenda and approve minutes from regular and special meetings. It will recognize staff milestones and the winner of a student abuse‑and‑harassment poster contest. The Board will hear an update on school reopening guidance and a report on student mental health and wellness.

• Recognition of employees with 40, 30, 20, 15, 10 and 5 years of service
• Recognition of Guadalupe “Pita” Birkbeck, Point Loma High School, as winner of the “Abuse and Harassment: Suspect It, Report It” poster contest
• School Reopening Update covering guidance, safety measures, attendance options and timeline
• Student Mental Health and Wellness Report describing integrated support systems and suicide‑prevention plans
• Approval of minutes for regular and special Board of Education meetings

The Board of Education approved an employment contract for the Interim Superintendent and a permanent easement for water facilities at Point Loma High School. Members also ratified COVID-19 bargaining agreements and appointed representatives to the Superintendent Search Advisory Committee.

• Approved employment contract with Interim Superintendent (5-0)
• Approved permanent easement and right-of-way for water facilities at Point Loma High School (5-0)
• Approved agreements with bargaining units related to COVID-19 pandemic (5-0)
• Approved appointment of representatives to the Superintendent Search Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved 40 items on the Superintendent’s Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved resolutions recognizing Women's History Month and California Arts Education Month (5-0)
• Approved Marston Middle School Whole Site Modernization Project and related lease with Sundt Construction, Inc. (5-0)

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

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee (ICOC) meets to review updates on San Diego Unified School District bond projects (Props S and Z) and take action on routine items. The committee will vote to approve January meeting minutes, elect a new chair and vice chair, and approve the draft 4th quarter 2020 status update and draft 2020 annual report. Most agenda items are informational reports on construction, finance, and communications, with public comment accepted only in writing.

• Election for ICOC Chair and Vice Chair (action items)
• Approval of draft 4th Quarter 2020 ICOC Status Update
• Approval of draft 2020 ICOC Annual Report
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 21, 2021
• Quarterly reports on HVAC, i21, cost savings, and construction management

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee elected its leadership for the 2021-2022 term and approved the 2020 Annual Report and 4th Quarter Status Update. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 21, 2021 meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes for 1/21/21 (8-1-0)
• Elected Andy Berg as ICOC Chair for 2021-2022 (Unanimous)
• Elected Rajali Walker as ICOC Vice Chair for 2021-2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved Draft 4th Quarter ICOC Status Update for posting (9-0)
• Approved Draft 2020 ICOC Annual Report for posting (9-0)

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

The CAC for Special Education will hear a district report on an updated grading system and restorative justice. The meeting also includes a parent briefing on Google Read and Write, now available to all students, and action items such as approving meeting minutes and assigning sub-committees. Public testimony is accepted only in writing due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Parent briefing: Assistive Technology Department presentation on Google Read and Write, now accessible to all students
• District report: Updated grading system and restorative justice update from Nicole DeWitt
• District report: Phase 1 data on due process, noncompliance complaints, and OCR complaints
• District report: Current vacancies for certificated, paraeducator, and related service providers
• Action: Approve outstanding general meeting minutes from January 21, 2021

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

The District Advisory Council for Compensatory Education Programs will receive information presentations on staff feedback based on prior DAC recommendations and on district budget updates. The council will also hear a summer school presentation and take action on summer school feedback. Written public comment is accepted via email due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Staff feedback and commitments based on DAC recommendations (presentation)
• District budget updates including Title I survey results
• Summer school presentation followed by action item on DAC feedback
• Family engagement news update
• Approval of January 20, 2021 minutes and February 17 agenda

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

This is a meeting of the District English Learner Advisory Committee's Executive Board. They will approve prior meeting minutes, discuss board elections, debrief a recent general meeting, and plan legal task topics for upcoming general meetings. They will also consider how to increase parent involvement in ELAC and DELAC meetings. Only written public comments will be accepted due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approval of December 10, 2020 Executive Board minutes
• Discussion of DELAC Board Elections
• Debrief of February 4, 2021 General Meeting
• Planning legal task topics for March 4, 2021 General Meeting
• Discussion on increasing parent involvement to ELAC & DELAC general meetings

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

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity will receive a data presentation on the district's progress in staff diversity, discriminatory grading and discipline, ethnic studies implementation, and school police transformation. The committee will also discuss forming subcommittees. Public testimony will be accepted by email.

• Data presentation on five areas of racial justice progress (staff diversity, grading, discipline, ethnic studies, school police)
• Discussion of developing subcommittees to oversee specific accountability areas
• Public testimony accepted by email until noon the day before the meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for March 10, 2021

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board will consider approving the 2020-21 English Learner Master Plan and two Title I funding allocations totaling $28.5 million for schools serving disadvantaged students. Also on the agenda is an information-only update on the Restorative Discipline Policy, along with routine reports and presentations.

• Approve 2020-21 English Learner Master Plan (action)
• Approve Title I Eligibility Ranking for 2021-22 with $18.6 million (second reading, action)
• Approve Title I Supplemental Funding of $9.9 million (action)
• Update on Restorative Discipline Policy (information only)
• Student presentation from Burbank Elementary School (information)

The Board of Education approved the 2020-21 English Learner Master Plan and authorized the issuance of 2021 General Obligation Bonds. The board also approved Title I funding rankings and several collective bargaining memorandums of understanding. Additionally, 16 items on the Superintendent’s Consent Agenda were approved.

• Approved 2020-21 English Learner Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved Title I Eligibility Ranking and Supplemental Funding (5-0)
• Recognized February 14-20, 2021 as Gun Violence Prevention Week (5-0)
• Authorized 2021 General Obligation Bonds (5-0)
• Approved MOUs with AASD and CSEA regarding Summer Assistance Program (5-0)
• Approved Superintendent’s Consent Agenda items I.1-I.16 (5-0)
• Approved Joint Use Agreements with City of San Diego at five school sites (5-0)
• Ratified COVID-19 testing agreement with UCSD Medical Center (5-0)

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

The District English Learner Advisory Committee will meet via Zoom and accept written public comments submitted by noon on the day of the meeting. Committee members will consider action items to approve the February 20, 2020 and December 3, 2020 meeting minutes. They will also review informational items such as the EL Master Plan, EL Toolkit, and 2021 Summative ELPAC & ELAC data. The meeting will conclude with ratified minutes for February 4, 2021 and set the next meeting for March 4, 2021.

• Approve February 20, 2020 meeting minutes
• Approve December 3, 2020 meeting minutes
• Review District EL Master Plan documents
• Review 2021 Summative ELPAC & ELAC data
• Accept written public comments via [email protected] by 12:00 pm

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

This is a procedural meeting of the San Diego Unified School District's District Advisory Council (DAC) Executive Board. The board will vote on approving the February 3 agenda and January 6, 2021 minutes, and will hear introductions from district guests. The remainder of the agenda consists of informational discussions on an advisory board presentation, general meeting planning, and housekeeping.

• Vote on approval of agenda for February 3, 2021
• Vote on approval of minutes from January 6, 2021
• Introduction of district guests: Thomas Liberto, Mary Johnson, Greg Ottinger, Sofia Roditti, and Monika Hazel
• Discussion of advisory board presentation (information only)
• Discussion of general meeting agenda planning and housekeeping (information only)

Regular Meeting, 5:00 P.M.

The board will vote on the AB 1505 Implementation Plan, which outlines new procedures for charter school authorizing under recent state law. It will also hold a first reading on Title I funding allocations for 2021-22, a public hearing on renewal of Old Town Academy's charter, and consider a proposal for the superintendent recruitment and selection process.

• Vote on AB 1505 Implementation Plan, overhauling charter school oversight procedures
• First reading of Title I Eligibility Ranking for 2021-22, with a minimum $15,500,000 allocation for schools
• Public hearing on the renewal of Old Town Academy charter (K-8, at 2120 San Diego Avenue) for a five-year term
• Proposal to discuss superintendent recruitment and selection process (by Barrera/Whitehurst-Payne)

The Board of Education approved the proposal for the Superintendent recruitment and selection process and the AB 1505 Implementation Plan. Public hearings were held for Title I eligibility ranking and the Old Town Academy charter petition renewal, with actions deferred to a later date.

• Approved AB 1505 Implementation Plan (5-0)
• Approved Proposal for Superintendent Recruitment and Selection Process (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)

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

The San Diego Unified School District Charter School Facility Committee (CSFC) will hold a regular meeting on January 28, 2021, via Zoom. Agenda items include approval of October 22, 2020 meeting minutes, a funding status and discretionary spending update (including Proposition 51 funds), a projects update, and committee business such as a charter policy review and a project application review and approval. The committee will also discuss the 2021 meeting schedule.

• Approval of October 22, 2020 meeting minutes
• Funding status and discretionary spending update (information)
• Proposition 51 update on utilization of funds (information)
• Charter policy review and discussion on recommended policy revisions (information)
• Project application review and approval (action)

The Committee approved project applications for Empower and Elevate charter schools to be submitted to the San Diego Unified Board of Education. Members also established a 2021 meeting schedule and an ad-hoc committee to review 2014 Board Policy.

• Approved October 22, 2020 meeting minutes (7-0-0)
• Approved Charter School Construction Management Report (7-0-0)
• Approved submission of Empower charter school project to Board of Education (7-0)
• Approved submission of Elevate charter school project to Board of Education (7-0-0)
• Approved opening the project application window in May (7-0-0)
• Approved 2021 meeting schedule (7-0-0)
• Approved creation of ad-hoc committee to report on 2014 Board Policy amendments (7-0-0)

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

The San Diego Unified School District Special Education CAC Executive Committee will begin with a welcome, introductions, and meeting protocol. Written public testimony is accepted until 1:00 p.m. on January 27, 2021, and summaries will be read aloud. A presentation on Phase 1 expansion and ECSE data will be given by Sarah Ott. The committee will then handle operational items such as roll call, approving draft minutes, reviewing membership applications, and assigning sub‑committee chairs before adjourning.

• Written public testimony deadline: 1 p.m. Jan 27 2021
• Presentation on Phase 1 Expansion & ECSE Data (Sarah Ott)
• Approve draft minutes of prior Executive Committee meeting
• Review applications of prospective/renewing members
• Sub‑Committee Chair Assignments

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified School District Board of Education will adopt a resolution to recognize February 2021 as National Black/African American History Month. The board will also approve the July‑December 2021 meeting schedule, adopt the consent agenda items, and recognize employees with 5 to 40 years of service. Additional agenda items include student presentations and reports from board advisory committees.

• Resolution to recognize February 2021 as National Black/African American History Month (no fiscal impact)
• Recognition of employees with 5, 10, 15, 20, 30, and 40 years of service (no fiscal impact)
• Approval of proposed Board of Education meeting schedule for July‑December 2021 (no fiscal impact)
• Adoption of Board consent agenda items (minutes, advisory committee reports, schedule)
• Student presentation: Jones Elementary School Unified STEAM (Kearny Cluster, Area 3, Sub‑district C)

The Board reported the appointment of Dr. Lamont Jackson as Interim Superintendent through December 31, 2021. The Board also approved several resolutions regarding student health, environmental issues, and district facility easements. Additionally, the Board approved a wide range of consent agenda items including electric school bus purchases and various contractor agreements.

• Appointed Dr. Lamont Jackson as Interim Superintendent (5-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing National Black/African American History Month (5-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Student Health and Well-Being (5-0)
• Approved resolution to end fracking and oil drilling in California (5-0)
• Approved permanent easement for water facilities at Point Loma High School (5-0)
• Approved waiver request for lease of property at current Central Elementary (5-0)
• Approved purchase of electric school buses via CARB Grant (5-0)
• Approved preliminary 2021-22 charter school facility allocations (5-0)

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

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee will vote on approval of meeting minutes from December 17, 2020. Members will also discuss an upcoming election for ICOC chair and vice chair due to term expiration in February. The agenda is otherwise informational, with reports on construction, finance, and communications.

• Approval of meeting minutes for December 17, 2020
• Discussion of ICOC chair and vice chair election in February
• Construction management and contract awards report
• Monthly controls report for Measures YY and Props S & Z
• Business outreach and HVAC quarterly updates

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the minutes from the December 17, 2020 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports regarding construction, finance, and audit status.

• Approved meeting minutes for 12/17/20 (8-0)

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

The Community Advisory Committee for Special Education will receive a presentation from Disability Rights California on IEPs and FAPE during online learning, and hear a district report on data for online learning. The committee will also consider approving outstanding meeting minutes, referrals from public testimony, and sub-committee assignments. Public testimony is accepted only in writing due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Parent briefing at 6 p.m. on IEPs and FAPE during online learning by Disability Rights California
• District report on data for online learning and Phase I with townhall
• District report on due process, noncompliance complaint, and OCR complaint numbers
• Action item: approve outstanding general meeting minutes from November 5, 2020
• Action item: sub-committee assignments

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

The Audit and Finance Committee will consider approval of minutes from the November 18, 2020 regular meeting and receive a staff update on the internal audit, including the 2020-21 PCard Audit Plan. Public comment is accepted via email until 12 p.m. No other action or information items are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2020 regular meeting
• Staff update on Internal Audit with the 2020-21 PCard Audit Plan
• Public comment accepted via email until 12 p.m. on meeting day
• Roundtable discussion among committee members
• Next regular meeting scheduled for March 17, 2021

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the November 18, 2020, regular meeting. Staff provided an update on the Pcard audit plan and the approval of two new auditor positions.

• Approved November 18, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

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

The District Advisory Council will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the December 16, 2020 meeting. Written public comments will be accepted via email due by noon on the day of the meeting. The council will hear informational presentations on family engagement, district budget updates, a draft board presentation, and a feedback summary from breakout sessions. The meeting will adjourn with notice of the next scheduled DAC and Executive Board meetings.

• Approval of agenda for January 20, 2021
• Approval of minutes from December 16, 2020
• District Budget Updates presentation (information only)
• Family Engagement news presentation (information only)
• Board Presentation Draft (information only)

DAC Special Executive Board Meeting Agenda, 8:00 P.M.

This special executive board meeting will adopt the agenda and discuss a presentation from the DAC chairperson to San Diego Unified School District. The meeting is held via Zoom and accepts only written public comment due to COVID-19 directives.

• Adoption of the January 20, 2021 special executive meeting agenda
• Discussion of DAC presentation to San Diego Unified School District (information only)
• Written public comment accepted via email until 12:00 pm on meeting day

Career Technical Education Advisory Committee (CTEAC) Special Meeting, (1:00 p.m.)

The Career Technical Education Advisory Committee (CTEAC) will hold a special meeting via Zoom to consider approving budget revisions for the Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment under Perkins V. The committee will also establish a quorum, hear previously submitted written public comments read into the record, and receive a director's report on the status of online learning for the remainder of the school year. No other substantive decisions are scheduled; the agenda primarily consists of routine procedural items.

• Action item: Approve 2020-2021 budget revisions related to the Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (Perkins V)
• Written public comments to be submitted by email and read into record at meeting
• Director's report on status of online learning for the remainder of the school year
• Review of CTEAC meeting dates for the remainder of 2020-21 (next meeting April 15, 2021)
• Establish quorum requirement: at least 51% of members present or by proxy

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

The Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee on Racial Justice and Equity will elect a Community Co-Chair and a Student Co-Chair at this meeting. The committee will also review, revise, and adopt its final draft bylaws. Additionally, members will develop an agenda schedule for meetings through June 2021, focusing on dismantling discriminatory grading and discipline, implementing culturally responsive curriculum, examining police in schools, and increasing staff diversity.

• Election of Community Co-Chair and Student Co-Chair
• Review, revise, and adopt final draft of ICOC bylaws
• Agenda preparation for February–June 2021 meetings
• Background references focus on dismantling discriminatory grading and discipline practices, culturally responsive curriculum, use of police in schools, and staff diversity

Regular Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The San Diego Unified Board of Education will vote on consent agenda items including renewal of charter petitions for Audeo Charter School, King Chavez Academy of Excellence, and King Chavez Preparatory Academy for five-year terms starting July 1, 2021. The board will also adopt a resolution supporting the Great Kindness Challenge (Jan 25–29, 2021) and approve past meeting minutes. Informational items include a student presentation from Foster Elementary STEAM project and a superintendent report on COVID-19 vaccine updates.

• Renewal of Audeo Charter School charter for 2021–2026 (consent action)
• Renewal of King Chavez Academy of Excellence charter for 2021–2026 with clarifications on admissions, discipline, and renaming (consent action)
• Renewal of King Chavez Preparatory Academy charter for 2021–2026 with similar clarifications (consent action)
• Resolution in support of the Great Kindness Challenge, January 25–29, 2021 (consent action)
• Approval of minutes from multiple regular and special meetings (consent action)

The Board of Education approved charter petition renewals for Audeo Charter School, King Chavez Academy of Excellence, King Chavez Preparatory Academy, and City Heights Prep. The Board also approved a wide range of consent agenda items including legal services, grant acceptances, and PPE procurement. A specific decision was made to issue on-loan agreements for four personnel at Gompers Preparatory Academy.

• Renewed charter petition for Audeo Charter School (5-0)
• Renewed charter petition for King Chavez Academy of Excellence (5-0)
• Renewed charter petition for King Chavez Preparatory Academy (5-0)
• Renewed charter petition for City Heights Prep (5-0)
• Approved Resolution in Support of the Great Kindness Challenge (5-0)
• Approved on-loan agreements for four personnel at Gompers Preparatory Academy (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Scribbles, Inc. for Early Education Program enrollment software (5-0)
• Approved agreement with ZOOM Video Communications, Inc. for enterprise education license (5-0)

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

The District Advisory Committee Executive Board will consider approval of the January 6 meeting agenda and the minutes from November 4 and December 2, 2020. The board will also hear from district guests Thomas Liberto and Mary Johnson, and discuss planning for the next general meeting and housekeeping items. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial actions on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes for November 4, 2020, and December 2, 2020
• Approval of January 6, 2021 executive meeting agenda
• District guests: Thomas Liberto and Mary Johnson (information only)
• General meeting agenda planning discussion
• Housekeeping discussion