(Closed Session items only)
(Closed Session item only)
(Closed Session item only)
Certificates will be presented to the following Marmonte League Champions:
Student Reporters - 2019/2020
Century Academy: Lyn Caviezel
Conejo Valley High School: Lucy Sussman
Newbury Park High School: Paige Hajiloo
Thousand Oaks High School: Kiara Benioff
Westlake High School: Kyle Huemme
This meeting will include reports from the following Parent Support Organizations:
Conejo Schools Foundation (CSF), Mike Soules, President
Special Education District Advisory Council (SEDAC), Cindy Liu, President
Oral Public Comments
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Written Public Comments
If you wish to register your opinion on an item, but not speak, you may fill out a public written statement form (yellow card), and hand it to the recording secretary. Board members will review these forms after the meeting. The information on these cards will be become a part of the public record.
Pursuant to the Brown Act, the Board of Education cannot enter into formal
discussion with individuals making public comments to the Board. The Board cannot
take action on any issues raised during public comments that are not on the meeting
agenda. Individual Board members may respond to public comments during the
Individual Board Member’s Comments section of the agenda.
Pursuant to the Brown Act, the Board of Education cannot enter into formal
discussion with individuals making public comments to the Board. The Board cannot
take action on any issues raised during public comments that are not on the meeting
agenda. Individual Board members may respond to public comments during the
Individual Board Member’s Comments section of the agenda.
The Board of Education will review the resume and nomination packet for Jenny Fitzgerald and vote on approving the submission of her nomination to run for election to CSBA's Delegate Assembly.
Delegates serve a two-year term beginning April 1, 2020, through March 31, 2022. Delegates must attend two required Delegate Assembly meetings each year. In 2020, the dates are May 16-17 in Sacramento, and December 2-3 in Anaheim.
ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve the submission of the 2019-2020 First Interim Financial Statements?
INFORMATION:
In accordance with Education Code Section 42131, school districts are required to certify twice a year regarding their ability to meet financial obligations for the remainder of the current fiscal year and the subsequent two fiscal years. The First Interim report details the District's financial status and projections as of October 31. Certifications are as follows:
The Conejo Valley Unified School District can make a POSITIVE certification.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Prepared by,
Susan Tucker
Director, Fiscal Services
On behalf of,
Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.
Deputy Superintendent, Business Services
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1. Certificated Service:
A. Establishment / Modification / Elimination of Positions
Order #: No items.
B. New Employment / Assignment Change / Change in Status: Administrators, Regular/Special Education Teachers, School Psychologists
Order #: R19-221 - R19-233
2. Certificated Service - Exempt:
A. New Employment / Assignment Change / Change in Status: Exempt Specialists
Order #: E19-069 - E19-071
3. Classified Service:
A. Establishment / Modification / Elimination of Positions
Order #: C19-304 - C19-305
B. New Employment (Prob to Perm) / Assignment Change / Change in Status
Orders #: C19-306 - C19-318
C. Substitute / Provisional / Additional Assignment / Change in Status
Orders #: C19-319 - C19-327
4. Classified Service - Exempt:
A. Walk-on Coach
Orders #: E19-335 - E19-359
B. Specialist, Proctor, Student Helper, Others
Orders #: E19-360 - E19-369
ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve a Stipulated Agreement for student #5-19/20 SA who was recommended for expulsion commencing on November 15, 2019.
INFORMATION:
On or about November 7, 2019, a student violated the following Education Code:
E.C. 48900 (b) – Possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished a firearm, knife, explosive, or other dangerous object, unless, in the case of possession of an object of this type, the pupil had obtained written permission to possess the item from a certificated school employee, which is concurred in by the principal or the designee of the principal.
A meeting was held with the Student and Parent on November 15, 2019, to discuss the recommendation and interim educational alternatives. A Stipulated Agreement was entered into with the Parent and Student.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Presented by,
Luis Lichtl
Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services
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ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve a Stipulated Agreement for student #6-19/20 SA who was recommended for expulsion commencing on November 21, 2019.
INFORMATION:
On or about November 14, 2019, a student violated the following Education Code:
E.C. 48900 (c) – Unlawfully possessed, used, sold, or otherwise furnished, or been under the influence of a controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind.
A meeting was held with the Student and Parent on November 18, 2019, to discuss the recommendation and interim educational alternatives. A Stipulated Agreement was entered into with the Parent and Student.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Presented by,
Luis Lichtl
Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services
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ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve an overnight trip request for the Thousand Oaks High School Varsity Dance Team to attend the USA Dance Nationals in Anaheim, California?
INFORMATION:
Ms. JaLeen Murphy, Thousand Oaks High School Dance Director, and two volunteers, request permission to take 24 students to Anaheim, California for the USA Dance Nationals. The trip will take place on Thursday, March 19, 2020, through Sunday, March 22, 2020. The students will miss one day of school and will be required to obtain permission from their teachers prior to the trip. The students will travel via private cars to and from the competition.
FISCAL IMPACT:
$7,200.00 to be paid for by the TOHS Dance Boosters.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Prepared by,
Brian Mercer
Director, High Schools and Assessment
On behalf of,
Luis Lichtl
Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services
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ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve a contract with Team Play Events?
INFORMATION:
Team Play Events will provide services related to the Senior Associated Student Body at Thousand Oaks High School. Team Play Events will provide an event location, event planning, entertainment, DJ and a food package for the 2020 Senior Picnic.
FISCAL IMPACT:
$14,653.38 will be paid for by ASB funds.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Prepared by,
Brian Mercer
Director, High Schools and Assessment
On behalf of,
Luis Lichtl
Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services
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ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve the contracts listed below?
INFORMATION:
Education Code 17604 states “wherever in this code the power to contract is invested in the governing board of the school district or any member thereof, the power may by a majority vote of the board be delegated to its district superintendent, or to any persons that he or she may designate, or if there be no district superintendent then to any other officer or employee of the district that the board may designate. The delegation of power may be limited as to time, money or subject matter or may be a blanket authorization in advance of its exercise, all as the governing board may direct. However, no contract made pursuant to the delegation and authorization shall be valid or constitute an enforceable obligation against the district unless and until the same shall have been approved or ratified by the governing board, the approval or ratification to be evidenced by a motion of the board duly passed and adopted.” Therefore, all contracts are presented to the Board of Education for approval. Contracts over $5,000 will be presented individually as a separate Board agenda item.
|
Company |
Activity |
School |
Amount |
LCAP Goal |
|
The Cooper Institute |
NFL Play 60 – Fitness |
Elementary |
$0.00 |
4 |
|
Cory Hills |
Percussive Storytelling |
Elementary |
$4,550.00 |
1 |
FISCAL IMPACT:
Schools will pay for these activities with site funds and/or PTA/PFA funds.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Prepared by,
Luis Lichtl
Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services
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ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education reauthorize the following booster clubs as parent support/booster organizations?
ASP PFA
CON PFA
CON SCOPE
MAP PFA
WHL PFA
WLE PFA
LCR Band
RED Band
SEQ Band
NPH Girls Aquatics
NPH Band Parent
NPH Dance
NPH Boys Lacrosse
NPH PFA
NPH Tennis
NPH Theatre
NPH Boys Volleyball
TOH Band
TOH Baseball
TOH Boys Basketball
TOH Chorus
TOH Wrestling
WHS Aquatics Water Polo
WHS Boys Basketball
WHS Girls Basketball
WHS Cross Country and Track
WHS Fan Club
WHS Girls Lacrosse
WHS Soccer
WHS Softball
WHS Spirit Cheer
WHS Boys Volleyball
WHS Wrestling
INFORMATION:
Board Policy 1230 requires annual Board approval for parent support/booster organizations desiring to raise money to benefit the students of any school or program. The policy requires applicants to provide specific information including, but not limited to, current financial documents. It is expected that booster organizations comply with the California Education Code prohibiting pupil fees for participation in educational activities, which includes extra-curricular activities. These booster clubs have submitted the required information to the Superintendent’s designee for consideration of the Board.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Presented by,
Luis Lichtl
Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services
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ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve a contract with Haynes Family of Programs, Inc. DBA: S.T.A.R. Academy?
INFORMATION:
Haynes Family of Programs, Inc. DBA: S.T.A.R. Academy provides academic tutoring services to students in need of additional educational services as recommended by school site and District staff.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Special Education Fund: $2,975.00.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Prepared by,
Erika Johnson
Director, Special Education
On behalf of,
Lisa A. Miller, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent, Student Services
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ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve a contract with Dr. Shiro Perera Torquato, Ph.D., as submitted?
INFORMATION:
This contract will allow Dr. Torquato to provide assessment services to a student enrolled in our District.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Special Education Fund: $4,000.00.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Prepared by,
Erika Johnson
Director, Special Education
On behalf of,
Lisa A. Miller, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent, Student Services
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ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve a contract with Dr. Jonine Nazar Biesman?
INFORMATION:
This contract will allow Dr. Nazar Biesman to provide assessment and support services to a student enrolled in our District.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Special Education Fund: $5,000.00.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Prepared by,
Erika Johnson
Director, Special Education
On behalf of,
Lisa A. Miller, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent, Student Services
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ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve a contract with Communication Matters?
INFORMATION:
This contract will allow Communication Matters to provide assessment services to a student enrolled in our District.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Special Education Fund: $1,500.00.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Prepared by,
Erika Johnson
Director, Special Education
On behalf of,
Lisa A. Miller, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent, Student Services
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ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve the over $5,000 Purchase Order Report?
INFORMATION:
The Board of Education expects that purchase orders exceeding $5,000 will be brought forward for approval. The attached report for the period of November 1, 2019, through November 11, 2019, is presented for approval. Purchase orders have been approved by the department administrator as a necessary expense for the instructional or support program.
FISCAL IMPACT:
General Fund: $318,946.76
Cafeteria Fund: $23,097.10
Bond Measure I: $53,272.57
TOPASS Fund: $16,571.69
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Prepared by,
Jon Aasted
Director, Purchasing
On behalf of,
Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.
Deputy Superintendent, Business Services
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ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve the amendments to Board Bylaw 9220 - Board Member Qualifications, as submitted?
INFORMATION:
CVUSD receives updates to Board Policies and Administrative Regulations from GAMUT. GAMUT is a policy update service offered through the California School Boards Association (CSBA) which provides information about new laws and court opinions which may affect Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board Bylaws.
This bylaw was reviewed by the Board of Education as a first read at their meeting on April 3, 2018, and as a second-read at their meeting on April 17, 2018. The Board will be adopting this bylaw based on the version provided with CSBA's GAMUT update from July 1, 2017.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
LEGEND:
Black/Bold – language from GAMUT
Black/Bold/Italics – language created by CVUSD staff
Red – notes provided for information only
Strikeouts – language recommended for removal
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
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ISSUE:
Should the Board of Education approve these new middle school (6-8) and high school (9-12) core literature titles for English Language Arts instruction?
INFORMATION:
The Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) implements the selection and adoption of instructional materials in accordance with Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 6161.1. CVUSD considers the California Department of Education’s Recommended Literature List. However, the California Department of Education notes "The Recommended Literature List is intended as a tool to assist districts as they select literature, but the list only recommends titles. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the district to select literature according to the selection policies that are in place.”
CVUSD English teachers reviewed these proposed titles. The CVUSD English/Language Arts Articulation Committee has given considerable thought to the merit of the titles placed on the core literature list. This discussion and review also takes place in the Secondary Curriculum Advisory Council (SCAC) meeting. The titles listed below were chosen to move forward for Board approval. These novels will support and strengthen the core curriculum and broaden students’ knowledge and skills.
|
Title |
Author |
ISBN |
Grade |
|
Forget Me Not |
Ellie Terry |
978-1250096272 |
7 |
|
Just Mercy(Adapted for Young Adults) |
Bryan Stevenson |
978-0812984965 |
9 |
CVUSD Core Literature Adoption Process web page - http://www.conejousd.org/Departments/Instructional-Services/Core-Literature-Adoption-Proces
SYNOPSIS:
Forget Me Not:
Astronomy-loving Calliope June has Tourette syndrome, so she sometimes makes faces or noises that she doesn't mean to make. When she and her mother move yet again, she tries to hide her Tourette syndrome, but it isn't long before the kids at her new school realize she's different. Only Calliope's neighbor, who is also the popular student body president, sees her as she truly is--an interesting person and a good friend. But is he brave enough to take their friendship public?
As Calliope navigates school, she must also face her mother's new relationship and the fact that they might be moving--again--just as she starts to make friends and finally accept her differences.
Just Mercy:
This story offers a glimpse into the lives of the wrongfully imprisoned and efforts to fight for their freedom. It is one of working to protect basic human rights for the most vulnerable people in American society--the poor, the wrongly convicted, and those whose lives have been marked by discrimination and marginalization. Through this adaptation, young people of today will find themselves called to action and compassion in the pursuit of justice.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Funds ($20,000) are allocated in the LCAP, Goal 1A1 for the purchase and replacement of core literature titles.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Prepared by,
Kenny Loo
Director of Middle Schools and Professional Learning
On behalf of,
Luis Lichtl
Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services
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Current Board topics staff are working on and anticipated date(s) to bring information back to the Board:
1. 2018-19 Academic Achievement Data
2. Bathroom issues at the school sites
3. Availability of social-emotional support for all students and direction on how to access
Other Topics:
FUTURE BOARD MEETINGS
DECEMBER 17, 2019
4:00 p.m. Update on Budget/LCAP Committee
5:00 p.m. Closed Session
6:00 p.m. Open Session
Location: Conejo Valley High School (CVUSD Board Room), 1402 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks
For a copy of this agenda and additional information, please visit the CVUSD website.
Internet Home Page: www.conejousd.org/
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
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