Bakersfield City School District public meetings in 2022
16 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to handle routine business, including electing officers, approving minutes, and receiving reports. The board will also vote on the First Interim Report for 2022/2023, which certifies the district's ability to meet financial obligations, and approve a budget revision. The meeting includes a closed session for employee discipline and labor negotiations.
- First Interim Report for 2022/2023 accepted and certified (positive certification)
- Budget Revision 2022/2023 authorized (no fiscal impact)
- Election of officers: Laura Guerrero Salgado as President, Shannon Zimmerman as President Pro Tem, Dr. Chris Cruz Boone as Clerk, Anthony Fuentes as Clerk Pro Tem
- Election of trustee representative (Dr. Chris Cruz Boone) and alternate (Anthony Fuentes) to Kern County Committee on School District Organization
- 2023 Hall of Fame Inductees approved
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, recognizing employees, and discussing summer camp plans. The most consequential action is approving a resolution to establish a Portrait of a Graduate Committee, which will define desired student attributes. The board also approved holding the December 13, 2022 meeting in-person with virtual options for members.
- Approved Resolution to Establish the Portrait of a Graduate Committee
- Approved nomination of Board Member Shannon Zimmerman to CSBA Delegate Assembly
- Approved Educator Effectiveness Grant Revision (Title II budget)
- Discussed Summer Camp 2023 tentative sites and structure
- Held closed session on property negotiation for 1701 30th Street
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, recognizing employees, and receiving reports on test scores and facilities. The board also voted to approve wage and benefit adjustments for LIUNA skilled trades workers and to hold the November 15, 2022 meeting in person with virtual options for members.
- Approved 2022-2023 wage increases for LIUNA Local 777, ranging from $1.48 to $3.37 per hour for various skilled trades positions
- Approved holding the November 15, 2022 board meeting in person, with virtual attendance allowed if necessary
- Received public disclosure under AB 1200 for the LIUNA wage and benefit adjustments
- Recognized employees for the Excellence in BCSD program and Native American History Month
- Heard reports on SBAC test data, Community Schools update, and facilities projects
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education held a special meeting to consider revisions to Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 603.02, which governs administering medication and monitoring health conditions. The board voted unanimously to approve both the policy and the accompanying regulation. The changes allow the Superintendent to make opioid antagonists available for emergency use and update procedures for emergency epinephrine and opioid overdose medication.
- Approved revision to Board Policy 603.02, Administering Medication and Monitoring Health Conditions
- Approved revision to Administrative Regulation 603.02, Administering Medication and Monitoring Health Conditions
- Policy change authorizes Superintendent to make opioid antagonist available for emergency use in schools
- Regulation updates procedures for emergency epinephrine auto-injector and opioid overdose medication use
- All votes were unanimous (5-0)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the 2021-2022 application for exemption from the required 60% classroom teacher salary expenditure, the Unaudited Actuals Financial Report, and minutes from the previous meeting. The board also approved holding the October 25, 2022 meeting in-person with virtual options, and will hear reports and presentations on the EL Master Plan and Family and Community Engagement program.
- Approved 2021-2022 Application for Exemption from Required Expenditures for Classroom Teachers' Salaries (55.84% vs 60% requirement)
- Approved 2021-2022 Unaudited Actuals Financial Report
- Approved Administrative Hearing Panel recommendations (expulsion actions)
- Approved October 25, 2022 board meeting in-person with virtual option
- Recognized AFOP Art and Essay Contest winners and Excellence in BCSD employees
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education will hold a public hearing on the Central Academy of Arts and Technology (CAAT) charter school petition, receive staff findings, and vote to approve or deny it. The board also will consider adopting new school facilities developer fees, declaring sufficient instructional materials, and setting the format for the September 27 meeting. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, recognitions, and reports.
- Denial of Central Academy of Arts and Technology (CAAT) Charter School Petition (motion carried 3-1-1)
- Resolution No. 2022-46: Adoption of School Facilities Increased Developer Fees, effective October 1, 2022
- Public hearing and resolution to declare sufficient instructional materials for 2022-2023 under Education Code 60119
- Closed session items: employee discipline, labor negotiations with BETA, CSEA, LIUNA, and property purchase/sale at 222 34th St.
- Recognition of new principals at Downtown, Harding, College Heights, Wayside Elementary and Compton Jr. High
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education met on August 2, 2022, and took action on several items, including approving contracts for student services and adopting the SELPA special education plan. The board also held a public hearing on the SELPA budget and discussed the format for the next board meeting.
- Approved $2,500,000 agreement with Community Action Partnership of Kern for wraparound services, funded by CCSPP grant
- Approved $225,000 agreement with Reach 4 Greatness/Stay Focused for student assemblies, mentoring, and outreach
- Adopted SELPA Local Plan, Annual Budget, and Service Plan for 2022-2023
- Held public hearing on SELPA budget and service plan
- Approved holding August 23, 2022 board meeting in-person with virtual option
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education held a special closed session. The primary purpose of the meeting was to conduct a public employee performance evaluation for the Superintendent.
- Public employee performance evaluation: Superintendent
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Board of Education and Superintendent held a special meeting for a board retreat. There were no action items at this meeting; the session focused on reviewing district protocols, goals, and administrative systems.
- Review of Board Protocols
- Discussion of BCSD Values, Vision, Mission, and Goals
- Review of LCAP Goals 1 and 2
- Review of BCSD Data Systems, Key Performance Indicators, and Data Protocols
- Discussion of Agenda Development, Board Policies, and District Calendar
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to receive and hold a public hearing on the Central Academy of Arts and Technology (CAAT) charter school petition, and to hold a public hearing on the proposed 2022-23 budget and LCAP. The board will also discuss the Universal Pre-Kindergarten Planning Grant and consider a resolution committing fund balance. The meeting includes closed session items on employee discipline, labor negotiations, and property negotiations.
- Public hearing on Central Academy of Arts and Technology (CAAT) Charter School Petition
- Public hearing on LCFF Budget Overview for Parents and Local Control and Accountability Plan: 2021-24 LCAP and Budget for 2022-23
- Resolution committing fund balance in accordance with GASB 54 (unspent LCFF Supplemental and Concentration Grant balance)
- Discussion of BCSD Universal Pre-Kindergarten Planning Grant
- Closed session: negotiations with BETA, CSEA, LIUNA; property purchase at 222 34th, Bakersfield
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education met to discuss legal matters, property negotiations, and employee recognitions. The Board approved a multi-year purchase of science curriculum and supplies for grades 6-8.
- Approval of $3,490,543.54 for TWIG Integrated Science 8-year curriculum and supplies
- Negotiation regarding the purchase/sale of property at 222 34th, Bakersfield
- Decision to hold June 14 and June 28 meetings in-person with virtual options available
- Recognition of 2022 Kern County Teacher of the Year, Hanna Rahberger
- Recognition of 2022 Kern County Classified Employee of the Year, Andrea Hooser
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting in person at full capacity. The board will hold a closed session for personnel, labor negotiations, and litigation, then reconvene to adopt resolutions designating May as Mental Health Awareness Month, May 4 as Day of the Teacher, and May 16-20 as Classified School Employee Week, and to approve the March 22, 2022 minutes. The agenda also includes recognitions of staff and students, and a decision on the format for the May 24, 2022 board meeting.
- Adopt resolution designating May as Mental Health Awareness Month
- Adopt resolution designating May 4, 2022 as 'Day of the Teacher'
- Adopt resolution designating May 16-20, 2022 as 'Classified School Employee Week'
- Closed session: principal appointment, employee discipline, labor negotiations with BETA, CSEA, LIUNA, litigation case BCV-19-102175-DRL, superintendent evaluation
- Hold May 24, 2022 board meeting in-person with virtual option for members
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, human resources reports, and a determination to hold the April 26, 2022 board meeting in person with virtual attendance allowed for members if needed. The agenda also includes closed-session items on employee discipline, litigation, and a principal appointment, plus recognitions for Middle Eastern/Arab Heritage Month and employee excellence.
- Approved April 26, 2022 board meeting to be held in-person with virtual option for members
- Closed session: employee discipline/dismissal/release, three litigation cases (OAH 2021100908, OAH 2022020677, BCV-21-103012 JEB), principal appointment
- Approved Certificated Human Resources Report (employments, resignations, retirements, job descriptions)
- Approved minutes of Feb 16 and Feb 22, 2022 meetings
- Recognitions: Middle Eastern/Arab Heritage Month and Excellence in BCSD employee awards
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to consider redistricting trustee areas based on 2020 Census data, including a public hearing, a presentation of sample maps, and a vote on a resolution to adopt a new map. The board also holds a closed session for employee discipline, labor negotiations, and litigation, and will recognize employees and hear public comments.
- Public hearing and adoption of rebalanced trustee area map (Map NDC 104) based on 2020 Census data
- Closed session on labor negotiations with BETA, CSEA, and LIUNA
- Closed session on existing litigation (OAH Case No. 2021100902 and Case Number BCV-21-103012 JEB)
- Recognition of employees for Excellence in BCSD program
- Acknowledgment of Central Academy of Arts and Technology (CAAT) Charter School Petition
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
This special study session contains no action items. The Board of Education will discuss trustee redistricting, COVID-19 protocols for in-person instruction, and budget development.
- Discussion of Trustee Redistricting process
- Discussion of COVID Protocols & Plan for In-Person Instruction and Services
- Update on BCSD Budget Development and Planning
- Presentation of LCAP Mid-Year Update Metrics and Priorities
- Review of Board Policy Section 602.16 regarding Downtown School
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education will hold a public hearing and discuss trustee redistricting maps based on 2020 Census data. The board will also decide whether the February 22, 2022 meeting will be held in-person or virtually. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and recognizing employees, plus a closed session for labor negotiations and legal matters.
- Public hearing on BCSD Trustee Redistricting based on 2020 Census data
- Board discussion on trustee redistricting maps
- Action on holding February 22, 2022 meeting in-person with virtual option
- Closed session on labor negotiations with BETA, CSEA, and LIUNA
- Recognition of February as African American History Month