South Burlington School District public meetings in 2024
22 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board of Education Meeting (Organizational)
At this organizational meeting, the Solana Beach School District Board of Education will elect officers and representatives for 2025, adopt the 2025 meeting schedule, and consider approval of classified salary schedules. The board will also administer oaths of office to newly elected members and recognize Dr. Debra Schade's election as CSBA President-Elect. A closed session is scheduled for negotiations and personnel matters.
- Election of board officers for 2025: President Dana King, Vice President Debra Schade, Clerk Gaylin Allbaugh.
- Adoption of the 2025 regular board meeting schedule (13 meetings, starting January 16).
- Approval of classified salary schedules to clarify longevity increments.
- Recognition of board President Dr. Debra Schade as 2025 CSBA President-Elect.
- Administration of oath of office to board members Tanya Koshy, Katherine Süel, and Dana King.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education approved the 2024-25 School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA) for all seven schools, and certified the 2024-25 First Interim Report showing the district can meet financial obligations through June 2025. The board also accepted $1,750 in donations, accepted completion of the Solana Ranch School HVAC Replacement Project, and adopted a resolution designating specific IT systems and approving contracts. Additionally, the board held a first reading of revised intradistrict open enrollment policy and adopted updated uniform complaint procedures.
- Approved 2024-25 School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA) for all district schools
- Certified 2024-25 First Interim Report with positive financial status
- Accepted $1,750 in donations: $1,500 from Solana Beach Elementary PTA for garden expenses and $250 from SchoolsFirst for staff events
- Accepted completion of Solana Ranch School HVAC Replacement Project and filed Notice of Completion
- Adopted Resolution 120124 designating IT products and approving contracts for specific technology systems
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education approved several items at its November 14, 2024 meeting, including a $180,000 amendment to a contract with Strategic Kids for substitute instructors at the Child Development Center. The board also accepted $167,306.13 in donations, approved a Memorandum of Understanding with San Dieguito Union High School District for work-based learning, adopted Title I parent engagement policies, and approved the annual developer fee report.
- Approved $180,000 amendment to $85,000 contract with Strategic Kids for Child Development Center substitute instructors
- Accepted $167,306.13 in donations from Solana Santa Fe PTO ($165,592), Solana Pacific PTO ($1,628), and Kroger ($86.13)
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding with San Dieguito Union High School District for high school work-based learning in elementary classrooms (Nov 2024–Jun 2029)
- Approved Title I, Part A Parent and Family Engagement Policies for district, Solana Vista School, and Skyline School
- Approved Annual and Five-Year Developer Fee Report regarding statutory school fees
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education will hold a closed session to negotiate with employee unions, then reconvene for an open session including a public hearing, recognition of a retiring board member, and an informational update on social-emotional learning. The board will also vote on accepting $357.72 in donations and adopting a resolution for risk management representatives.
- Closed session for negotiations with Solana Beach Teachers Association and support professionals (Gov. Code 54957.6)
- Acceptance of $357.72 in donations from Kroger ($82.72 to Carmel Creek School) and Solana Highlands PTA ($275.00 for art supplies)
- Adoption of Resolution 100124 designating representatives to San Diego County Schools Risk Management JPA for FY 2024-25
- Recognition of retiring Board of Education member Julie Union after 12 years of service
- Information and discussion on student performance update: Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board will hold a special meeting with a discussion on student academic performance indicators, focusing on English learners and students with IEPs. The board will also enter closed session for superintendent performance goal setting. The meeting includes procedural items and public comment.
- Discussion and information item on student academic performance, including updates on English learners and IEP students
- Closed session for public employee performance goal setting for the Superintendent
- Public hearing for comments on agenda items
- Approval of the meeting agenda (action item)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Board of Education is reviewing school opening reports and instructional material availability for the 2024-25 year. The body is also deciding on the acceptance of foundation donations and the approval of federal categorical program funding.
- Acceptance of $53,258.48 from Solana Beach Schools Foundation for STREAM, Technology, Art, and Supplemental PE
- Acceptance of $7,720.98 in donations for Solana Pacific School and Carmel Creek School Media Center
- Adoption of Resolution 090824 regarding the availability of instructional materials for 2024-25
- Approval of the 2024-25 Consolidated Application for Funding of Federal Categorical Programs (Title I, II, and IV)
- Recognition of retiring Board member Ms. Julie Union
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education will vote on accepting completion of the Solana Santa Fe School Modernization Project and filing a Notice of Completion, releasing remaining retention of $219,700. Other action items include approving a $76,325 contract for sixth-grade Cuyamaca study trips, a $40,000 contract with Soccer Stars for after-school enrichment, and ratifying a $59,418.50 paving contract at Solana Highlands. The board also will accept $6,894.82 in donations.
- Acceptance of $6,894.82 in donations for field trips, chairs/steps rental, and 6th Grade Camp
- Approval of $76,325 contract for sixth-grade Cuyamaca study trips for 2024-25
- Approval of $40,000 contract with Pacific Soccer (Soccer Stars) for after-school enrichment
- Ratification of $59,418.50 paving contract with L.C. Paving & Sealing at Solana Highlands School
- Acceptance of completion of Solana Santa Fe School Modernization Project, releasing $219,700 retention
Special Board of Education Meeting
The board voted to adopt revised job descriptions for Director of Special Education and Executive Director of Student Services. It also approved routine personnel action reports and entered closed session to discuss appointments for three administrative positions and the superintendent's performance evaluation.
- Adopted revised Director of Special Education job description
- Adopted revised Executive Director of Student Services job description
- Approved consent calendar for certificated and classified personnel reports
- Entered closed session for personnel appointments: Assistant Superintendent of Business Services, Director of Special Education, Director of Instruction and Educational Technology
- Closed session for performance evaluation of Superintendent
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Board of Education decided on the district's 2024-25 Proposed Budget and the first year of a new three-year Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). The body also approved a federal addendum to the LCAP and a professional learning contract. A closed session was held to discuss a board hearing and potential litigation.
- Approval of the 2024-2025 Proposed Budget and Ending Fund Balances
- Approval of the 2024-25 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)
- Approval of the 2024-25 LCAP Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Federal Addendum
- $75,000.00 contract with IlluminatEd Collective, LLC for coaching and professional learning
- Discussion of the California School Dashboard update
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The board held public hearings on the 2024-2025 budget and the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). It approved the 2024-25 federal funding application, the Proposition 28 arts report, and accepted donations totaling $120,315.01. A $30,000 contract for after-school enrichment was also approved.
- Public hearing on 2024-2025 budget and ending fund balances
- Public hearing on the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)
- Acceptance of $115,056.80 donation from Solana Beach Schools Foundation
- Approval of $30,000 contract with Susan Burns for after-school enrichment
- Acceptance of $5,258.21 in donations from schools and organizations
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education adopted new K-6 history-social science instructional materials at a cost of $1.1 million. The board also accepted a $1,630 donation for outdoor education, approved an $85,000 contract for substitute instructors, and appointed three members to the Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee for Measure JJ bond oversight. The agenda included recognition of 2024 Inspiration Award recipients and closed session on potential litigation and personnel matters.
- Adopted Savvas myWorld Interactive (K-5) and TCI History Alive! (Grade 6) instructional materials, $1,100,000
- Accepted $1,630 donation from Solana Beach Schools Foundation for Solana Pacific 6th grade outdoor education at Pali Institute
- Approved $85,000 contract with Strategic Kids for substitute instructors for 2024 Summer Programs and 2024-25 school year
- Appointed Christos Komninakis, Abha Tirtha, and Ashley Peterson to two-year terms on the Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee for Measure JJ
- Recognized 2024 Inspiration Award recipients from all district schools
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board will hear a presentation on the revised scope, timeline, and budget for the Carmel Creek School Modernization and Solana Pacific School Kitchen Upgrade. The board will also discuss and gather input on the district's three-year Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP 2021-24) to inform the next plan (2024-27). No final votes are scheduled on either item.
- Presentation of revised budget and timeline for Carmel Creek School Modernization
- Presentation of revised budget and timeline for Solana Pacific School Kitchen Upgrade
- Discussion of SBSD's three-year Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP 2021-24)
- Board input on development of next LCAP (2024-27)
- Public hearing for comments on special agenda items
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board will vote on a district equity statement, accept $18,415 in donations, and approve the Measure JJ bond audit report. The meeting also includes recognitions for reclassified English learners and employees of the year.
- Approval of the Solana Beach School District Equity Statement
- Acceptance of $18,415 in donations from Solana Beach Schools Foundation, Sempra Energy Foundation, and others
- Acceptance of the 2022-2023 Measure JJ Bond Building Fund Audit Report by Christy White, Inc.
- Recognition of students reclassified from English learner to Fluent English Proficient (RFEP) status
- Recognition of 2024 Employees of the Year (Certificated and Classified)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting
This special board meeting is largely procedural with opening items, public hearing, and adjournment. The only substantive item is an information and discussion session on student performance, covering social-emotional learning (SEL) and academic performance overview.
- Approval of the meeting agenda (action item)
- Public hearing for comments on agenda items
- Information and discussion on student performance update: Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Academic Performance Overview
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education met to approve a new early childhood learning program and certify the district's financial position. The board also accepted several donations and ratified a waste recycling contract amendment.
- Approval of SBSD Jumpstart Program for 2024-25 school year ($564,600)
- Acceptance of $309,146.10 in donations from Solana Beach Schools Foundation
- Acceptance of $12,642.97 in donations from Kroger, Del Sol Lions Foundation, and Carmel Creek PTO
- Certification of the 2023-2024 Second Interim Financial Report
- Ratification of $45,558.00 contract amendment with EDCO Waste & Recycling
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board discussed a report on exploring an early learning program (Transitional Kindergarten-type), seeking input before a March 14 vote. The Board also approved the agenda, held a public hearing, and adjourned to closed session for negotiations with the teachers association, support professionals, and unrepresented employees.
- Discussion and input on an early learning/Transitional Kindergarten-type program, with a recommendation expected March 14, 2024
- Closed session for negotiations with Solana Beach Teachers Association, Solana Beach Association of Support Professionals, and unrepresented employees
- Approval of the meeting agenda (motion carried 5-0)
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District board will vote on a superintendent employment contract for Jennifer Burks, Ed.D., and accept $276,314.44 in donations from the Solana Beach Schools Foundation. The board will also discuss the mid-year update of the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and explore global language program offerings. Several routine items, including approval of the agenda and minutes, are also on the agenda.
- Approval of superintendent contract for Jennifer Burks, Ed.D.
- Acceptance of $276,314.44 donation from Solana Beach Schools Foundation for STREAM, technology, art, and PE programs
- Acceptance of $2,504.44 in donations from Bright Funds Foundation, Min Li, and Solana Pacific PTO
- Approval of 2022-23 School Accountability Report Card (SARC) for all district schools
- Discussion of mid-year LCAP update and exploration of global language programs
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting for a governance workshop covering core governance topics such as tools, remuneration, communication protocols, the Brown Act, and board member professional development. The agenda also includes procedural items like call to order, pledge, roll call, and agenda approval. No binding decisions or financial items are scheduled.
- Governance workshop covering core board topics: tools, remuneration, communication protocols, Brown Act, and professional development
- Approval of agenda (procedural, motion carried unanimously)
- Hearing of the public limited to agenda items
- Adjournment at 6:04 p.m.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting
The South Burlington School District Board will hold a special meeting with a public comment period, then enter closed session to discuss and possibly act on the appointment of a superintendent. The meeting includes procedural items like call to order, pledge, roll call, and agenda approval.
- Public hearing for comments on agenda items (3-minute limit per person)
- Closed session to discuss appointment of a superintendent (Personnel: Public Employment, Gov. Code §54957)
- Possible report from closed session upon reconvening
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Solana Beach School District Board of Education will discuss and take action on several items, including a second reading to adopt revised Independent Study policy, acceptance of $10,450 in donations, and a first reading of proposed fee increases for the Child Development Center's preschool and school-age programs. The fee schedule, if approved in February, would take effect August 1, 2024, to keep the program self-sustaining. The board will also accept the 2022-2023 independent external audit report and receive an update on History-Social Science instructional materials.
- Second reading and adoption of revised Board Policy 6158 Independent Study
- Discussion on selection and evaluation of History-Social Science instructional materials
- Acceptance of $10,450 in donations from PTA, corporate matching, and foundation fundraiser
- First reading of proposed 2024-25 fee schedule for Child Development Center preschool and school-age programs (increases effective Aug 1, 2024)
- Acceptance of 2022-2023 independent external audit report from Christy White, Inc.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Board of Education is holding a special meeting to consider the appointment of a Superintendent. This specific item will be addressed during a closed session.
- Closed session discussion and actions regarding the appointment of a Superintendent
Special Board of Education Meeting
This is a special closed session-only meeting of the South Burlington School District Board of Education. The board will consider the appointment of a superintendent in closed session. The agenda also includes approval of the agenda and a public hearing limited to items on the agenda.
- Closed session discussion of the appointment of a public employee: Superintendent
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Public hearing for items on the agenda