South Burlington School District public meetings in 2023
23 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education will hold its annual organizational meeting, electing officers and representatives for 2024 and adopting the meeting schedule. The board will also recognize Superintendent Jodee Brentlinger's retirement effective January 2, 2024, and administer the oath of office to new board member Katherine Süel. A closed session is scheduled to discuss negotiations with employee groups and the appointment of a superintendent.
- Oath of office for new board member Katherine Süel, appointed November 9, 2023
- Recognition of Superintendent Jodee Brentlinger's retirement after 35+ years
- Election of board officers (President, Vice President, Clerk) and representatives for 2024
- Adoption of 2024 board meeting schedule (13 regular meetings plus optional July meeting)
- Discussion on exploring Environmental Stewardship programs
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District board held a special meeting on December 13, 2023, and approved the agenda before adjourning to closed session to discuss the appointment/employment of a new superintendent with consultant ESS. The closed session lasted from 4:31 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., after which the board reconvened and adjourned the meeting at 6:18 p.m.
- Approval of the agenda (Motion Carries 5-0)
- Public comments regarding closed session items
- Closed session for Public Employee Appointment/Employment: New Superintendent (ESS Consultant) under Gov't Code §54957
- Adjournment of closed session and reconvening for report (none given)
- Adjournment of meeting
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education holds a special meeting to administer the oath of office to newly appointed Trustee Katherine Süel, hear public comment, and receive a presentation from Education Support Services Group (ESS) on the Leadership Profile Report. The board will discuss and consider adopting the report, which summarizes input from the educational partner engagement phase of the superintendent search.
- Oath of office administered to Katherine Süel, appointed November 9, 2023, to fill a board vacancy
- Presentation and discussion of the Leadership Profile Report by ESS consultants Dr. Suzette Lovely and Dr. Joseph Farley
- Board recommended action: adopt the Leadership Profile Report to guide the superintendent search
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education held a special meeting to interview candidates and then voted to appoint Katherine Suel to fill a vacancy on the Governing Board of Trustees. The meeting also included approval of the agenda and a public hearing period.
- Board conducted candidate interviews, each lasting about 15 minutes
- Board appointed Katherine Suel to fill the vacancy on the Governing Board of Trustees
- Approval of the agenda was carried unanimously
- Public hearing was held for comments on agenda items
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Board of Education will discuss district equity actions and a proposed Transitional Kindergarten program. Additionally, the Board is asked to accept donations totaling $184,144.92 and adopt a resolution regarding geographic restrictions on pass-through revenue.
- Discussion of district equity actions
- Report on exploring a local Transitional Kindergarten program
- Acceptance of $184,144.92 in donations including $174,700 from Solana Santa Fe PTO
- Adoption of Resolution 110223 regarding AB 1290 pass-through revenue usage
- Rejection of all bids for RFP No. 2024-02R Bread Products
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting
This special board meeting includes a study session on the superintendent search with consultants from Education Support Services Group, followed by a closed session to discuss the appointment of a new superintendent. The board will also receive an information update on student well-being and hear public comments. Most items are procedural, with the superintendent search being the primary substantive action.
- Information and discussion on student well-being
- Board study session on superintendent search with ESS consultants Dr. Joseph Farley and Dr. Suzette Lovely
- Closed session for public employee appointment/employment: new superintendent
- Public hearing for agenda items
- Approval of the meeting agenda
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education held a special meeting to consider search firms for the superintendent position following the retirement announcement of Superintendent Jodee Brentlinger. The board heard presentations and selected Education Support Services to assist in the search. Routine procedural items including agenda approval and public hearing were also conducted.
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Hearing of the public for items on the special meeting agenda
- Retirement announcement of Superintendent Jodee Brentlinger effective January 2, 2024
- Selection of Education Support Services as the search firm for the superintendent appointment
- Motion to select the firm carried unanimously (4-0)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with action items including ratification of a $165,000 contract with The Institute for Effective Education for special education services, adoption of the 2024-25 student calendar, and approval of School Plans for Student Achievement. The board will also discuss a Gann Limit resolution and recognize new staff.
- Ratification of a $165,000 contract with The Institute for Effective Education for two students
- Adoption of the 2024-25 student calendar
- Approval of 2023-24 School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA)
- Adoption of Resolution No. 100123 for the Gann Limit
- Closed session on negotiations and superintendent appointment
Special Board of Education Meeting
The board will hear presentations from search firms and possibly select one to assist in appointing a new superintendent, following the retirement of Superintendent Jodee Brentlinger effective January 2, 2024. The meeting includes a public hearing and routine procedural items.
- Selection of a search firm to assist in appointing a superintendent
- Retirement of Superintendent Jodee Brentlinger effective Jan 2, 2024
- Public hearing for comments on agenda items
- Approval of meeting agenda
- Adjournment of meeting
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Special Board of Education approved its agenda and held a public hearing. It adopted a method and timeline to fill the board vacancy created by Vicki King's resignation. The Board also approved a $50,000 contract with Illuminated Collective, LLC for equity‑focused coaching and a $6,500 consent‑calendar contract with The Breakthrough Coach for school‑level coaching services.
- Approval of a $50,000 contract with Illuminated Collective, LLC for equity coaching and professional learning services
- Adoption of a method and timeline to fill the board vacancy after Vicki King's resignation
- Approval of a $6,500 consent‑calendar contract with The Breakthrough Coach for coaching sessions at Solana Highlands School
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Public hearing allowing community comments on agenda items
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Board is scheduled to hold a public hearing regarding the availability of instructional materials for the 2023-24 school year. Additionally, the meeting includes the review of several donations and reports from school principals on the start of the new school year.
- Public hearing and adoption of Resolution 090123 regarding instructional materials availability
- Acceptance of a $19,361.58 donation from the Solana Beach Schools Foundation for Discovery Labs, Technology, Art, and PE
- Acceptance of a $7,200.00 donation from the Solana Pacific PTO for school supplies
- Acceptance of a $300.00 donation from Mission Federal Credit Union for Special Education Department events
- Approval and certification of the 2022-23 Unaudited Actuals Financial Report
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board will review a 45-day budget revision reflecting a $275,026 reduction in beginning balance due to state cuts to block grants. The Board will also ratify a $95,627.50 emergency tree removal contract at the District Office. Other actions include accepting a donated piano and adopting resolutions to increase the federal micro-purchase threshold and designate a fringe benefits representative.
- Discussion of 45-day budget revision with $275,026 lower beginning balance due to state cuts to block grants
- Ratification of $95,627.50 contract with West Coast Arborists for emergency tree removal at District Office
- Acceptance of donated Yamaha Baby Grand Piano valued at $5,000 for Skyline School
- Adoption of resolution to self-certify increased federal micro-purchase threshold from $10,000 to $50,000
- Adoption of resolution to designate authorized representative to San Diego County Schools Fringe Benefits Consortium
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting/Governance Workshop
The Solana Beach School District Board met on July 27, 2023, for a special session and governance workshop. The board discussed board self-assessment, governance protocols, and equity work. The board voted to approve Resolution 070123, waiving formal bidding to hire a contractor for removing seven Torrey Pine trees at the District Office on N. Rios Ave. due to immediate safety hazards near occupied buildings. A closed session addressed the superintendent's performance evaluation, which determines district leadership oversight.
- Board Study Session/Governance Workshop covering self-assessment, governance calendar, and equity work
- Adoption of Resolution 070123 waiving formal bidding for tree removal at the District Office on N. Rios Ave.
- Closed session discussion on Superintendent performance evaluation under Government Code 54957
- Meeting held at 309 N. Rios Ave., Solana Beach, CA, with virtual viewing options
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Special Board of Education approved its agenda. A public hearing was held for comments on agenda items. The board adjourned into a closed session to discuss the superintendent’s performance evaluation. The closed session and the meeting were then adjourned.
- Approval of agenda (motion by Dana King, second by Vicki King, carried)
- Adjournment into closed session (motion by Julie Union, second by Gaylin Allbaugh, carried)
- Discussion of Superintendent performance evaluation (Government Code 54957)
- Adjournment of closed session (motion by Vicki King, second by Gaylin Allbaugh, carried)
- Adjournment of meeting (motion by Vicki King, second by Julie Union, carried)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education approved the 2023-24 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and the proposed budget for the upcoming school year. The board also accepted $29,872.74 in donations and approved updated scope, timeline, and budget for the Solana Ranch School HVAC replacement project, including a guaranteed maximum price of $7,993,786. Discussions included an update on California's School Dashboard accountability system.
- Approval of 2023-24 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)
- Approval of 2023-2024 proposed budget and ending fund balances
- Acceptance of $29,872.74 in donations from Solana Santa Fe PTO and Blackbaud Giving Fund
- Approval of updated scope, timeline, and budget for Solana Ranch School HVAC replacement project and kindergarten playground expansion
- Adoption of Resolution 061123 approving final guaranteed maximum price of $7,993,786 for HVAC project
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board will hold public hearings on the Local Control and Accountability Plan and the 2023‑24 budget and ending fund balances. It will vote to accept a $138,926 donation from the Solana Beach Schools Foundation for Discovery Labs – STREAM programs. The board will also approve removal of seven Torrey Pine trees at the District Office on N. Rios Ave and adopt resolutions designating authorized agents for mail, warrants, and payroll payment orders.
- Accept $138,926 donation from Solana Beach Schools Foundation for Discovery Labs – STREAM
- Public hearing on the proposed 2023‑24 budget and ending fund balances
- Public hearing to discuss the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)
- Approve removal of seven Torrey Pine trees at the District Office on N. Rios Ave
- Adopt Resolutions 060123 and 060223 designating authorized agents for mail, warrants, and payroll payment orders
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education will meet May 18, 2023, in open session for recognitions, public comment, and routine approvals, and will hold a closed session to discuss one personnel appointment, anticipated litigation regarding social media adolescent addiction, and negotiations with employee unions.
- Closed session to consider one potential case: Social Media Adolescent Addiction/Personal Products Liability Litigation
- Closed session to discuss appointment of Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
- Recognition of 2023 Inspiration Award recipients from all seven district schools
- Recognition of 2022-23 ACSA Student Standout Award winners (one per school)
- Board will vote to approve President Debra Schade's virtual attendance via AB 2449 for just cause
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting
The board will receive an information update on student academic performance, social-emotional well-being indicators, and the district's three-year Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 2021-24. This item is for discussion and input to refine the 2023-24 LCAP. No votes are scheduled on this topic.
- Information and discussion on student performance data and LCAP update for 2021-24
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education will accept a $327,050.07 donation from the Solana Beach Schools Foundation for STREAM, technology, art, and PE programs, along with $53,361.15 in additional donations from PTAs and foundations. The board will also accept the 2021-2022 Measure JJ Bond Building Fund Audit Report and consider approving the oversight committee's annual report. Presentations on school equity work and the traveling social-emotional learning team are scheduled. Closed session preceded the open meeting for legal and labor negotiations.
- Acceptance of $327,050.07 donation from Solana Beach Schools Foundation for Discovery Labs and STREAM programs
- Acceptance of $53,361.15 in donations from Solana Santa Fe PTO, Solana Highlands PTA, and others
- Acceptance of the 2021-2022 Measure JJ Bond Building Fund Audit Report by Christy White, Inc.
- Discussion on school and districtwide equity work in alignment with LCAP goals
- Update on the Traveling Social-Emotional Learning Team's support at all schools
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on March 9, 2023, with a closed session for personnel and negotiations. In open session, the board approved the 2021-2022 external audit, certified the 2022-2023 second interim financial report, approved the transportation plan, and ratified a contract amendment for substitute teachers. The most consequential action was approving a $257,500 contract for architectural services for the Carmel Creek School Modernization Project.
- Approved $257,500 contract with AlphaStudio Design Group for Carmel Creek School Modernization Project architectural services
- Amended $20,000 to existing $50,000 contract with ChildCare Careers, LLC for substitute preschool and school-age teachers
- Approved 2022-2023 Solana Beach School District Transportation Plan, estimated to bring $69,357 in state revenue
- Accepted the 2021-2022 Independent External Audit Report from Christy White, Inc.
- Certified the 2022-2023 Second Interim Financial Report with positive certification
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education will vote on ratifying a contract with HopSkipDrive, Inc. for up to $100,000 to provide transportation for special education students. The board will also consider ratifying a tentative agreement with the Solana Beach Association of Support Professionals modifying the collective bargaining agreement, and approving school accountability report cards and comprehensive school safety plans. A closed session is scheduled before the open meeting to discuss personnel and negotiations.
- Ratification of a $100,000 contract with HopSkipDrive, Inc. for special education student transportation
- Ratification of a tentative agreement with the Solana Beach Association of Support Professionals modifying the 2020-2023 collective bargaining agreement
- Approval of 2021-22 School Accountability Report Cards (SARCs) for all district schools
- Approval of Comprehensive School Safety Plans for each school site
- Amendment to contract with Capitol Public Finance Group for up to $30,000 regarding Capital Facilities Funds
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting
This special board meeting is mostly procedural, with opening items, public hearing, and adjournment. The only substantive item is a Board Study Session/Governance Workshop covering core governance tools, calendars, remuneration, legislation, and board member support.
- Governance workshop covering core governance topics, tools, calendars, remuneration, current legislation, and board member support structures
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on January 19, 2023, taking several actions. The board approved the updated scope, timeline, and budget for the Solana Ranch School HVAC Replacement Project and kindergarten playground expansion. It also held a public hearing and approved the 2022-23 proposal for bargaining with the Solana Beach Teachers Association, and accepted the association's proposal, scheduling a further public hearing. Additionally, the board received updates on transportation in Pacific Highlands Ranch and a student poster contest for the Student Promotion Profile.
- Approved updated scope, timeline, and budget for Solana Ranch School HVAC Replacement Project and kindergarten playground expansion
- Held public hearing and approved 2022-23 proposal for bargaining between SBSD and Solana Beach Teachers Association (SBTA)
- Accepted SBTA proposal for bargaining and scheduled a public hearing on the District's proposal
- Received update on transportation in Pacific Highlands Ranch
- Recognized January as School Board Recognition Month