1. CLOSED SESSION
Subject
A. Comments - Public
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
1. CLOSED SESSION
Type
Procedural

(On Closed Session Agenda Items Only)

 

 

Subject
B. Consideration of Student Discipline, Education Code §35146, Action other than expulsion
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
1. CLOSED SESSION
Type
Discussion, Information

Stipulated Agreement #1-21/22 SA

 

 

Subject
C. Labor Negotiations, Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6. The agency negotiator is Jeanne Valentine, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources. Employee Organization: Unified Association of Conejo Teachers (UACT)
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
1. CLOSED SESSION
Type
Discussion, Information

(Closed Session Agenda Item Only)

Subject
D. Conference with Real Property Negotiators, Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8. The agency negotiator is Dr. Victor Hayek, Deputy Superintendent. The discussion item is price and terms of payment regarding 975 Evenstar Avenue, Westlake Village, California 91361. Negotiating Parties: Conejo Valley Unified School District; Carden Conejo School
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
1. CLOSED SESSION
Type
Discussion, Information

Government Code section 54956.8.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, a legislative body of a local agency may hold a closed session with its negotiator prior to the purchase, sale, exchange, or lease of real property by or for the local agency to grant authority to its negotiator regarding the price and terms of payment for the purchase, sale, exchange, or lease.

 

However, prior to the closed session, the legislative body of the local agency shall hold an open and public session in which it identifies its negotiations, the real property or real properties which the negotiations may concern, and the person or persons with whom its negotiators may negotiate.

 

For purposes of this section, negotiators may be members of the legislative body of the local agency.

 

For purposes of this section, "lease" includes renewal or renegotiation of a lease.

 

Nothing in this section shall preclude a local agency from holding a closed session for discussions regarding eminent domain proceedings pursuant to Section 54956.9.

Subject
E. Conference with Legal Counsel, Existing Litigation, Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(1), Case OAH 2021110206
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
1. CLOSED SESSION
Type
Information
Goals
Goal N/A

(Closed Session Agenda Item only)

 

2. OPEN SESSION
Subject
A. Call the Meeting to Order
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
2. OPEN SESSION
Type
Procedural
Subject
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
2. OPEN SESSION
Type
Procedural
Subject
C. Announcements from Closed Session and Open Session Procedures
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
2. OPEN SESSION
Type
Procedural
Subject
D. Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
2. OPEN SESSION
Type
Procedural
Subject
E. Report from Parent Organization - Conejo Council PTA
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
2. OPEN SESSION
Type
Information, Procedural

Report from Conejo Council PTA President, Cathy Riggs.

Subject
F. Comments - Public
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
2. OPEN SESSION
Type
Procedural
Subject
G. Comments - Board of Education
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
2. OPEN SESSION
Type
Procedural

               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.

 

Subject
H. Comments - Superintendent
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
2. OPEN SESSION
Type
Procedural

               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.

 

3. ACTION ITEMS - GENERAL
Subject
A. Board of Education - Adoption of Resolution #21/22-23: Confirming Existing Trustee Area Boundary Maps for By-trustee Area Elections of Members of the Board of Education
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
3. ACTION ITEMS - GENERAL
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Approve Resolution #21/22-23: Confirming Existing Trustee Area Boundary Maps for By-trustee Area Elections of Members of the Board of Education, as submitted.

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve Resolution #21/22-23: Confirming Existing Trustee Area Boundary Maps for By-trustee Area Elections of Members of the Board of Education?

 

INFORMATION:

 

Cooperative Strategies has conducted an analysis of Conejo Valley Unified School District's ("CVUSD") Trustee Areas to determine population balance in accordance with Education Code Section 5019.5(a). The legal presumption for compliance with the population balance requirement is less than 10% variance of total population between the most populated trustee area and the least populated trustee area. Based on 2020 US Census data (validated by California Department of Finance and finalized on September 27, 2021), it has been determined that CVUSD's current Trustee Areas are in compliance based on total population distribution. The findings for Variance are as follows:  Trustee Area 1 - 1.30% Trustee Area 2 - 1.80% Trustee Area 3 - 0.50% Trustee Area 4 - 1.60% Trustee Area 5 - 1.00% 

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

District Costs for Future Elections

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

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Subject
B. Instructional Services - Adoption of Resolution #21/22-22: Futility of Public Bidding for 6th Grade Outdoor School Rental Agreement Contract
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
3. ACTION ITEMS - GENERAL
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Approve Resolution #21/22-22: Futility of Public Bidding for 6th Grade Outdoor School Rental Agreement Contract, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)
Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional and physical well-being for all students through targeted actions that support positive student outcomes. (School/Community focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve Resolution #21/22-22: Resolution Declaring the Futility of Public Bidding for 6th Grade Outdoor School Rental Agreement Contract?

 

INFORMATION:

 

A board resolution declaring the futility of public bidding can be approved by the governing board to not competitively bid and award a contract involving an expenditure of more than $96,700 for non-construction services. The included Board Resolution No. 21/22-22: Resolution Declaring the Futility of Public Bidding for 6th Grade Outdoor School Rental Agreement Contract, details CVUSD's initial partnership with Camp Ramah, CVUSD's existing instructional program at Camp Ramah, critical health and safety procedures agreed upon by CVUSD and Camp Ramah, and the fiscal benefits to the District. 


Note: The proposed contract with Camp Ramah in California, Inc. is a separate item in the Consent Agenda for the November 16, 2021 Board of Education Meeting.

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

The proposed contract with Camp Ramah in California, Inc. is not to exceed $225,500, paid by District funds and revenue collected through donations. 

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

 

 

 

Subject
C. Human Resources - Ratification of CSEA's Appointment to the Personnel Commission for Term of Office 2021-2024
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
3. ACTION ITEMS - GENERAL
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Appoint Nina Brandt – CSEA nominee, to serve as Personnel Commissioner for the term December 1, 2021, through November 30, 2024.

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education ratify the appointment of Nina Brandt to the Personnel Commission for the term of office 2021-2024?

 

BACKGROUND:
 

The governing board must ratify the classified employees’ nominee to the Personnel Commission upon the expiration of each three year term, or upon vacancy, in accordance with the Education Code provision 45246(c).  Nina Brandt is currently CSEA’s appointment to the Personnel Commission. The end of her three-year term is November 30, 2021.

 

On October 6, 2021, CSEA Chapter 620 formally submitted the request for reappointment of Mrs. Brandt for the term of office December 1, 2021-November 30, 2024 in accord with CSEA Bylaws. 

 

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Appoint Nina Brandt – CSEA nominee, to serve as Personnel Commissioner for the term December 1, 2021, through November 30, 2024

 

ALTERNATIVE UPON CSEA REQUEST:

Appoint alternate nominee, if so requested by CSEA Chapter 620, for the term December 1, 2021, through November 30, 2024.

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Jeanne Valentine
Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources

 

Marina Mihalevsky
Director, Classified Human Resources

 

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Subject
D. Board of Education - Approval of the Continuation of Electronic (Virtual) Board Meetings as Currently in Place Through the Month of December 2021
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
3. ACTION ITEMS - GENERAL
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Approve the Continuation of Electronic (Virtual) Board Meetings as Currently in Place Through the Month of December 2021.

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the continuation of electronic (virtual) Board meetings as currently in place through the month of December 2021 pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(E)?

 

INFORMATION:

 

In March 2020, the Governor issued an Executive Order suspending provisions of the Brown Act and allowing meetings of the governing board to be held telephonically or otherwise electronically.  Recently, the Governor signed Assembly Bill No. 361 which amends the Brown Act to continue to allow telephonic or electronic meetings beyond September 30.  In allowing electronic meetings, AB 361 also protects the rights of the public by requiring electronic means for members of the public to observe and provide comment in real time.

 

The governing board may only hold electronic meetings under AB 361 if there is a proclaimed state of emergency and either social distancing is recommended/required or the governing board determines that as a result of the emergency, meeting in person would present imminent risks to the health or safety of attendees.  Currently, local officials have recommended social distancing, (https://vcportal.ventura.org/covid19/docs/PH%20Recomendation%20for%20Remote%20Particiapation%20and%20Virtual%20Meetings%20Letter%20from%20Ventura%20County_Final_2021-09-21.pdf), for legislative bodies within Ventura County, and it is clear that both unvaccinated and vaccinated persons remain at risk of exposure or transmission of the virus.  Accordingly, the governing board may hold meetings pursuant to AB 361 after determining meeting in person would present imminent risks to the health or safety of attendees.

 

At their Special Meeting on September 27, 2021, the Board of Education approved Resolution #21/22-17 authorizing electronic meetings of the Governing Board during a state of emergency pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(E), and allowing the Governing Board to meet electronically for 30 days following Board approval.  In order to continue to meet electronically beyond that time, and specifically for the Board meetings in December 2021, the Board must re-affirm that the emergency continues to directly impact the ability of members to meet safely in person. AB 361 requires a renewal of this affirmation to continue electronic meetings every 30 days.

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

None

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent

 

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4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Subject
A. Board of Education - Approval of Minutes
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent), Minutes
Recommended Action
Approve the Board of Education meeting minutes, as submitted.

These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action Items.

 

 

Approval of the Minutes:

These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
B. Human Resources - Personnel Assignment Orders
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the Personnel Assignment Orders, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 2: Ensure highly qualified and effective staff are provided with targeted professional development, and have an understanding that all job responsibilities are structured to support positive student outcomes. (Internal Focused)

1.  Certificated Service:

 

      A.  Establishment / Modification / Elimination of Positions

           Order #: No Items

 

      B.  New Employment / Assignment Change / Change in Status: Administrators, General/Special Education Teachers, School Psychologists

           Order #: No Items

 

2.  Certificated Service - Exempt:

 

      A.  New Employment / Assignment Change / Change in Status: Exempt Specialists

           Order #: E21-095 - E21-103

 

3.  Classified Service:

     

A.  Establishment / Modification / Elimination of Positions

           Order #: No Items

 

      B.  New Employment (Prob to Perm) / Assignment Change / Change in Status

           Orders #: C21-409 - C21-428

 

      C.  Substitute / Provisional / Additional Assignment / Change in Status

           Orders #: C21-429 - C21-431

 

4.  Classified Service - Exempt:

 

      A.  Walk-on Coach

           Orders #: E21-378 - E21-396

 

      B.  Specialist, Proctor, Student Helper, Others

           Orders #: E21-397 - E21-405

These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
C. Human Resources - Approval of Student Field Placement Agreement with California State University, Chico for Speech-Language Pathology
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the Student Field Placement Agreement with California State University, Chico for Speech-Language Pathology, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 2: Ensure highly qualified and effective staff are provided with targeted professional development, and have an understanding that all job responsibilities are structured to support positive student outcomes. (Internal Focused)
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve a five-year agreement for Student Field Placement with California State University, Chico for Speech-Language Pathology?

 

INFORMATION:

 

Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) continues to partner with California State University, Chico to provide Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Students with unpaid internships. Intern candidates, under the direct supervision of CVUSD’s Speech-Language Pathologists, will obtain clinical education experience related to the diagnostic and treatment of students who may or may not exhibit communicative disorders.   

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

None

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Jeanne Valentine

Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
D. Human Resources - Approval of Student Field Placement Agreement with Grand Canyon University - School Counseling Fieldwork
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the School Counseling Affiliation Agreement with Grand Canyon University, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional and physical well-being for all students through targeted actions that support positive student outcomes. (School/Community focused)
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)

ISSUE:
 

Should the Board of Education approve the agreement between the Conejo Valley Unified School District (“District”) and Grand Canyon University (“GCU”) for a School Counseling Fieldwork Program through December 31, 2024, effective the date of approval?

 

INFORMATION: 
 

GCU has established an approved program of special training to provide counseling experience through supervised fieldwork to students enrolled in their University’s Master of Arts in Education with an emphasis in School Counseling program.  This program requires supervision and facilities where students can obtain the clinical learning experience required in the curriculum.  The District has the clinical setting, supervision, and equipment needed by GCU trainees as part of their practical learning experience. 

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

None

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Jeanne Valentine

Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
E. Instructional Services - Approval of Contracts Under $5,000
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the contracts, as submitted.

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

Type

Papidigital

LinkedIn Student Workshop

TOH

$4,583.00

1

New

  CLU   Use of Pool   TOH   $1,100.00   1   New
  Cornerstone   School Photography,     Student Pictures   All Schools   $0.00   4   Renewal

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

See above.

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
F. Instructional Services - Parent Support/Booster Organization Reauthorization
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Authorize the referenced booster clubs to function as Board-approved parent support/booster organizations from November 19, 2021, to November 1, 2022, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 3: Provide communication and targeted outreach that informs the community of programs & opportunities that support positive student outcomes. (Community Focused)
Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional and physical well-being for all students through targeted actions that support positive student outcomes. (School/Community focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education reauthorize the following booster clubs as parent support/booster organizations?

 

TOHS Band

 

LCR Band

 

Conejo Elementary PFA

OCLM PFA

 

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

 

Prepared by,

Brian Mercer

Director, High Schools

 

On behalf of,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
G. Instructional Services – Approval of Contract – Camp Ramah in California, Inc., for 6th Grade Outdoor School 2021-2022
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the contract with Camp Ramah in California, Inc., as submitted.
Goals
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)
Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional and physical well-being for all students through targeted actions that support positive student outcomes. (School/Community focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve a contract with Camp Ramah in California, Inc.?

 

INFORMATION:

 

Camp Ramah in Ojai, California, is a nearby and well-maintained facility that meets the District's needs for our annual Outdoor School program. Sixth grade students, teachers, and Outdoor School staff participate in this four-day and three-night program, which is an enriching academic and social-emotional experience for our students. The Outdoor Education curriculum focuses on the California 6th Grade Science Content Standards. Camp Ramah has hosted CVUSD 6th Grade Outdoor School since 2018. This agreement represents on-going discussions and agreements with Camp Ramah and CVUSD to ensure important COVID-19 health and safety protocols, as well as a new sliding scale for cost as determined by the number of student participants each week. A donation of $250 per CVUSD student is requested in order to fund the 2021 Outdoor School program. However, no student will be denied the opportunity to due to a lack of funds.

 

Note: Approval of this contract requires prior approval of Board Resolution #21/22-22: Resolution Declaring the Futility of Public Bidding for 6th Grade Outdoor School Rental Agreement Contract.

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

Not to exceed $225,500 will be paid with District funds and revenue collected through donations. 

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Dr. Sonia Wilson

Director, Middle Schools & Professional Learning

 

On behalf of,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
H. Instructional Services - Approval of Renewal Contract - AVID
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the renewal contract for the AVID College Readiness System for Conejo Valley Unified School District high schools, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)
Goal 2: Ensure highly qualified and effective staff are provided with targeted professional development, and have an understanding that all job responsibilities are structured to support positive student outcomes. (Internal Focused)
Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional and physical well-being for all students through targeted actions that support positive student outcomes. (School/Community focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the renewal contract for the AVID College Readiness System for Conejo Valley Unified School District high schools?

 

INFORMATION:

 

"Advancement Via Individual Determination" (AVID) College Readiness System is a professional learning program for educators to improve college readiness for all students, especially those traditionally under-represented in higher education. AVID provides trainings, conferences, and resources for educators to assist high school students in preparing for college. The cost of this program includes all materials and training needed.

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

$14,037.00 will be paid for by the College Readiness Grant.

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Brian Mercer
Director, High Schools and Assessment

 

On behalf of,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
I. Instructional Services - Approval of Watercraft Field Trip - EARThS Magnet School
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the watercraft field trip request for EARThS Magnet School, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)
Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional and physical well-being for all students through targeted actions that support positive student outcomes. (School/Community focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education grant permission for fourth grade students from EARThS Magnet School to attend a watercraft trip to Anacapa Island, California?

 

INFORMATION:

 

Three fourth grade teachers and 20 parent volunteers from EARThS Magnet School, request permission to take 91 students to Anacapa Island, California, on Friday, May 13, 2022. The students will attend their day of school on this field trip. This field trip will be the culminating activity of the year when students study marine ecosystems and environmental factors that affect our ocean systems. Students will participate in the testing of water quality, observe and identify island marine and wildlife, and look at the microcosm of the island's watershed compared to the mainland's watershed. Students will hike through the National Park Services Nature Conservancy with trained island guides and identify native plants. The students will travel by bus to Ventura Harbor and then by an Island Packers Cruises boat to Anacapa Island. No students will be excluded from participation due to a lack of sufficient funds. 

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

This trip is supported by donations, so there is no cost to the district. 

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Dena Sellers, Ed.D.

Director, Elementary Education

 

On behalf of, 

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services 

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
J. Instructional Services - Approval of Renewal Contract with Island Packers Cruises
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the renewal contract with Island Packers Cruises, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)
Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional and physical well-being for all students through targeted actions that support positive student outcomes. (School/Community focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the renewal contract with Island Packers for EARThS Magnet School?

 

INFORMATION:

 

EARThS Magnet School's fourth grade culminating activity is a boat trip to Anacapa Island via Island Packers Cruises. The field trip takes place on May 13, 2022, where the students study marine ecosystems and environmental factors that affect our ocean systems. The students will travel by bus to Ventura Harbor and then by boat (Island Packers Cruises) to Anacapa Island. 

 

FISCAL IMPACT: 

 

The trip is supported by donations, so there is no cost to the district. 

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Dena Sellers, Ed.D.

Director, Elementary Education

 

On behalf of,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services 

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
K. Instructional Services - Approval to Obsolete and Recycle Previous Editions of We The People Textbooks and Materials
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the request to obsolete and recycle previous editions of We The People curriculum materials and textbooks, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the request to obsolete and recycle the previous editions of We The People for elementary school? 

 

INFORMATION:

 

The previous editions of We The People materials and textbooks will be recycled. We currently use the 4th Edition of We the People. These previously used books have been in storage in the warehouse and have not been used since 2016.

 

We The People, SE & TE, GR 5, 2nd Edition

We The People, SE & TE, GR 5, 3rd Edition

We The People, SE, Supplemental, GR 5, 3rd Edition 

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

None

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Dena Sellers, Ed.D.

Director, Elementary Education

 

On behalf of, 

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services 

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
L. Student Services - Approval of Renewal Contract - Mr. Tom Kuznkowski
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the renewal contract with Mr. Tom Kuznkowski, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve a renewal contract with Mr. Tom Kuznkowski?

 

INFORMATION:

 

Mr. Kuznkowski will provide musical entertainment for Be Me Preschool students, staff, and parents approximately eight (8) times during the 2021-2022 school year.  In addition, he will perform at Be Me's end-of-year celebration in June 2022.

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

$2,000.00 will be paid by Be Me Preschool funds.

 

 

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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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
M. Student Services - Approval of New Memorandum of Understanding Agreement (MOU) with California Association for Bilingual Education (CABE) - Dual Immersion
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the new Memorandum of Understanding Agreement (MOU) with California Association for Bilingual Education (CABE) - Dual Immersion, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 2: Ensure highly qualified and effective staff are provided with targeted professional development, and have an understanding that all job responsibilities are structured to support positive student outcomes. (Internal Focused)
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the new Memorandum of Understanding Agreement (MOU) with California Association for Bilingual Education (CABE) - Dual Immersion?

 

INFORMATION:

 

California Association for Bilingual Education (CABE) provides consultant services for school districts that are starting a Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program.

 

Approval of this MOU will allow CABE to engage with the Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Leadership team to provide ten (10) days of training and consultation in the following areas: program structure, assessment and accountability, instructional strategies, curriculum development, and professional development. The consultation services will be provided to District leadership and Conejo Elementary leadership and staff.

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

$25,000 from Title III funds.

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Ricardo Araiza, Ed.D.

Director, Multilingual Learners and Equity

 

On behalf of,

Lisa A. Miller, Ed.D.

Assistant Superintendent, Student Services

 

 

 

These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
N. Student Services - Approval of Contract for Non-Public School Placement
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the contract for Non-Public School Placement, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the contract for a Non-Public School Placement as listed below?

 

INFORMATION:

 

Special Education classes and services for the student listed below cannot be met by the District and/or County at this time. Therefore, in order to provide placement for the student at the recommended educational setting, a contract number must be established for the 21/22 school year. The cost for this Non-Public School Placement is as follows:

 

Contract #

Contract Period

Placement Cost

Less SELPA Reimbursement

Less ADA

Fiscal Impact from Special Ed Fund

22-21/22

10/11/21-6/30/22

$41,772.50

$0.00

$4629.40

$37,143.10

 

 

 

 

 

$37,143.10

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

$37,143.10 from the Special Education Budget

 

 

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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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
O. Student Services - Approval of Contract for Residential Treatment Center Placement
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the contract for Residential Treatment Center Placement, as submitted.
Goals
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the contract for a Residential Treatment Center Placement as listed below?

 

INFORMATION:

 

Special Education classes and services for the students listed below cannot be met by the District and/or County at this time. Therefore, in order to provide placement for the student at the recommended educational setting, a contract number must be established for the 21/22 school year. The cost for this Residential Treatment Center Placement is as follows:

 

Contract #

Contract Period

Placement Cost

Less SELPA Reimbursement

Less ADA

Fiscal Impact from Special Ed Fund

23-21/22

10/19/21-6/30/22

$134,206.70

$98,674.80

$4,248.50

 

$31,283.40

 

 

 

 

 

 

$31,283.40

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

$31,283.40 from the Special Education Budget

 

 

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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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
P. Business Services - Approval of Transfer of Funds - October 2021
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the Transfer of Funds Summary for October 2021, as submitted.

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the Transfer of Funds Summary for the month of October 2021?

 

INFORMATION:

 

Transfers within the budget are necessary as District operations and demands change. Appropriations, expenditures, revenues, and carryover funds are moved within the budget and may affect fund balance. The Transfer of Funds Summary includes total funds moved within the General Fund for the period of October 1 to October 31, 2021.

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

Change to Fund Balance: $71,242

 

 

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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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
Q. Business Services - Approval of Purchase Order Report (POs exceeding $5,000)
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the over $5,000 Purchase Order Report, as submitted.

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 October 20, 2021, through October 31, 2021, 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: $506,727.43

Cafeteria Fund: $129,053.93

Bond Measure I: $61,209.00

TOPASS Fund: $21,880.00

Worker Compensation Fund: $5,000.00

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Anthony Frutos, CPPB, CPSM

Director, Purchasing

 

On behalf of,

Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.

Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

 

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Location

Description

Location

Description

Location

Description

000

District Office

190

Sequoia

44D

Fiscal Services

010

Acacia

195

Sycamore Canyon

45D

Technology Services

020

Aspen

200

TOHS

46D

Purchasing

030

Banyan

220

University

49D

Risk Management

040

Colina

230

Walnut

50D

Maintenance & Operations

050

Conejo ES

245

Century Academy

54D

Grounds

060

CVHS

24D

Special Ed

55D

Middle School Instruction

070

Cypress

250

Weathersfield

56D

High School Instruction

080

Glenwood

260

Westlake ES

59D

Planning & Facilities

100

Ladera

270

WHS

84D

Student Support Services

105

Lang Ranch

280

Westlake Hills

BRK

BreakThrough

110

Los Cerritos

28D

Instructional Services

CND

Child Nutrition

120

Madrona

290

Wildwood

CVAD

Conejo Valley Adult Ed

135

EARTHS

29D

Elementary Instruction

NCS

Neighborhood City Center

140

Maple

37D

Superintendent

PSC

Printing Services Center

160

NPHS

41D

Personnel

TRAN

Transportation

17W

Park Oaks Central Kitchen

42D

Classified Personnel

WHNP

Central Warehouse

180

Redwood

43D

Business Services

 

 

These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
R. Business Services - Ratification of Purchase Order Report (POs under $5,000)
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the under $5,000 Purchase Order Report, as submitted.

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the ratification of the under $5,000 Purchase Order Report?

 

INFORMATION:

 

The Board of Education expects that purchase orders under $5,000 will be brought forward for approval. The attached report for the period of October 1, 2021, through October 31, 2021, is presented for ratification. Purchase orders have been approved by the department administrator as a necessary expense for the instructional or support program(s).

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

General Fund: $365,689.91
Adult Education Fund: $13,192.01
Child Development Fund: $11,481.66

Cafeteria Fund: $5,001.00
Bond Measure I: $24,749.29

Developer Donation Fund #2: $746.67

TOPASS Fund: $5,368.83
Worker Compensation Fund: $329.28

Health & Welfare Fund: -$187.76

 

 

Respectfully submitted,
Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent

 

Prepared by,
Anthony Frutos, CPPB, CPSM
Director, Purchasing

 

On behalf of,
Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.
Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

 

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Location

Description

Location

Description

Location

Description

000

District Office

190

Sequoia

44D

Fiscal Services

010

Acacia

195

Sycamore Canyon

45D

Technology Services

020

Aspen

200

TOHS

46D

Purchasing

030

Banyan

220

University

49D

Risk Management

040

Colina

230

Walnut

50D

Maintenance & Operations

050

Conejo ES

245

Century Academy

54D

Grounds

060

CVHS

24D

Special Ed

55D

Middle School Instruction

070

Cypress

250

Weathersfield

56D

High School Instruction

080

Glenwood

260

Westlake ES

59D

Planning & Facilities

100

Ladera

270

WHS

84D

Student Support Services

105

Lang Ranch

280

Westlake Hills

BRK

BreakThrough

110

Los Cerritos

28D

Instructional Services

CND

Child Nutrition

120

Madrona

290

Wildwood

CVAD

Conejo Valley Adult Ed

135

EARTHS

29D

Elementary Instruction

NCS

Neighborhood City Center

140

Maple

37D

Superintendent

PSC

Printing Services Center

160

NPHS

41D

Personnel

TRAN

Transportation

17W

Park Oaks Central Kitchen

42D

Classified Personnel

WHNP

Central Warehouse

180

Redwood

43D

Business Services

 

 

These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
S. Business Services - Acceptance of Donations/Gifts
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Accept the donations/gifts, intended location and purpose, as submitted.

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education accept the donations and gifts as listed on the October 1 to October 31, 2021, gift and donation report?

 

INFORMATION:

 

In accordance with Conejo Valley Unified School District Board Policy 3290, gifts to the District must be approved and accepted by the Board of Education. The Conejo Valley Unified School District is grateful for the community support and appreciates each donation. The District thanks the community for the continued support of our schools!

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

Total deposited to the General Fund on this report: $37,689.77

Total deposited to the General Fund for 2021-22: $164,588.32

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.

Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
T. Business Services - Ratification of Warrants - October 2021
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the ratification of the warrant lists for October 2021, as submitted.

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the ratification of the warrant lists for October 2021?

 

INFORMATION:

 

The warrant summary for October includes warrants paid for the period October 1, 2021, through October 31, 2021. Expenditures outlined in the attachments are in accordance with the 2021/2022 Budget Parameters. Expenses recorded for each fund will increase by the dollar amount listed, including payroll reports.

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

As per the attached reports.

 

 

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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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
U. Business Services - Disposal of Surplus and Obsolete Equipment
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the Disposal of Surplus and Obsolete Equipment List, as submitted

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the disposal of surplus and obsolete equipment?

 

INFORMATION:

 

The items listed on the attached pages are surplus or obsolete. Some items have become unserviceable and/or cost more to repair than they are worth. Governing Board Policy 3270, Sale and Disposal of Personal Property, authorizes the Director of Purchasing to advertise, sell, auction, dispose or donate obsolete and surplus District-owned personal property per the attached list. Unless otherwise directed, any proceeds from the sale of items will be deposited into the general fund.

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

None.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Anthony Frutos, CPPB, CPSM

Director, Purchasing

 

On behalf of,

Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.

Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
V. Business Services - Approval of Maintenance Agreements for 2021-2022
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the 2021-2022 Maintenance Agreements, as submitted.

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the agreements listed below for maintenance services for the period of July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022?

 

INFORMATION:

 

Outside inspection, service, and repairs are required throughout the year on an as-needed basis. Approval of these contracts will allow the District to arrange for timely repairs and services with the least delay or disruption to school sites. All contracts will expire on June 30, 2022.

 

Vendor

Service

Not to Exceed Amount

Funding Source

Dan John William Tracey dba Airdraulics, Inc.

Vehicle Lift Inspection & Service

$14,999

General

Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. dba EMCOR Services

Chiller Service

$6,789

General

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

General Fund: Up to $21,788, as needed.

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

David Riccardi

Director, Maintenance & Operations

 

On behalf of,

Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.

Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
W. Business Services - Notices of Completion
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the execution and filing of a Notice of Completion for the contracts, as listed.

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education authorize the execution and filing of a Notice of Completion for the contracts and projects awarded by the Conejo Valley Unified School District?

 

INFORMATION:

 

The Conejo Valley Unified School District entered into contracts, for various projects, that are complete and have been inspected by District staff, as follows:

 

Site

Contract Date

Type*

Project Description

Major Project #

Purchase Order Number

Contract Amount

Funding Source

Contractor

 

Westlake HS

Nov. 9, 2020

SMCL

NEW STEM Bldg – Visual Display Wall Panels

MP18/19-72-WHS

B21-00860

$96,239.44

MI

Tech-Wall of Ventura, Inc

 

Westlake HS

Nov. 23, 2020

SMCL

NEW STEM Bldg – Toilet Partitions & Accessories

MP18/19-72-WHS

B21-00864

$30,457

MI

Stumbaugh & Associates, Inc

 

Earths Magnet School

June 11, 2021

MMR

Classroom Renovations – Lighting

MP20/21-513-EAR

B22-00433

$165,500

MI

Scott and Sons Electric

 

*ITNI: Instructional Technology and Network Infrastructure – MMR: Modernization, Maintenance and Repairs – SMCL: Science, Mathematics Career Preparation Lab – SS: Safety & Security

 

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

Bond Measure I: $292,196.44

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Tim McCabe

Director, Planning and Construction

 

On behalf of,

Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.

Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
X. Business Services - Approval of Amendment #1 for the Transportation Services Agreement with Pegasus Transit, Inc.
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment #1 with Pegasus Transit, Inc. for transportation services, as submitted.

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve Amendment #1 for the Transportation Services Agreement with Pegasus Transit, Inc.?

 

INFORMATION:

 

Pegasus Transit, Inc. provides the District with coach type bus transportation services and is an alternative when the District's main transportation provider(s) is not available. Amendment #1 extends the Transportation Services Agreement to October 1, 2022, and includes new hourly rate increases for all bus sizes.

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

General Fund: estimated $8,000

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Richard Villafan

Transportation Specialist

 

On behalf of,

Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.

Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
Y. Business Services - Approval of Amendments to Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 3350 - Travel and Meal Expenses
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve the amendments to Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 3350 - Travel and Meal Expenses, as submitted.

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the amendments to Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 3350 - Travel and Meal Expenses?

 

INFORMATION:

 

CVUSD receives updates to Board Policies and Administrative Regulations from GAMUT. GAMUT is a policy update service offered through California School Boards Association (CSBA), which provides information about new laws court opinions which may affect Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board Bylaws.

 

Board Policy 3350 is amended to prohibit use of a district credit card for personal expenses, even if the employee intends to reimburse the district. The policy also adds language on types of reimbursable travel expenses and nonreimbursable personal expenses, alignment of district mileage reimbursement rate with the Internal Revenue Service rate, options for reimbursements of meal costs, submission and approval of expense claims, and the employee's responsibility for costs incurred on improper claims. Administrative Regulation 3350 is amended to update the district's current travel and meal expense policies and procedures.

 

LEGEND:

 

RED - Existing Notes

Red/Bold - New GAMUT Notes

Black/Bold - New GAMUT Language

Black/Bold/Italics - New CVUSD Language

Blue/Bold/Italics - CVUSD Language Following Input

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Anthony Frutos, CPPB, CPSM

Director, Purchasing

 

On behalf of,

Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.

Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
Subject
Z. Business Services - Approval of New Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 3316 - Credit Cards
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
4. ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Approve new Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 3316 - Credit Cards, as submitted.

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve new Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 3316 - Credit Cards?

 

INFORMATION:

 

New Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 3316 - Credit Cards were created to address occasions that may arise when the process of issuing a purchase order for a District-related expenditure is not possible, such as when vendors do not accept purchase orders, when District officials or employees are on business travel, or when an emergency purchase is necessary. On these occasions, the Board may authorize the use of a District issued credit card (e.g. CAL Card, fuel card, corporate charge card, etc.) A District official or employee may be issued a District credit card for use while conducting authorized District business when approved by the Superintendent or designee.

 

LEGEND:

 

RED - Existing Notes

Red/Bold - New GAMUT Notes

Black/Bold - New GAMUT Language

Black/Bold/Italics - New CVUSD Language

Blue/Bold/Italics - CVUSD Language Following Input

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Anthony Frutos, CPPB, CPSM

Director, Purchasing

 

On behalf of,

Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.

Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

 

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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If Board members request that an item be removed from Consent or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, the item will be considered under Action items.
5. INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS - GENERAL
Subject
A. Instructional Services - Presentation: Update on CVUSD Student Dress Code
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
5. INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS - GENERAL
Type
Discussion, Information
Goals
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)
Goal 2: Ensure highly qualified and effective staff are provided with targeted professional development, and have an understanding that all job responsibilities are structured to support positive student outcomes. (Internal Focused)
Goal 3: Provide communication and targeted outreach that informs the community of programs & opportunities that support positive student outcomes. (Community Focused)
Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional and physical well-being for all students through targeted actions that support positive student outcomes. (School/Community focused)

Presentation by Kenny Loo, Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

Subject
B. Instructional Services - Educator Effective Funds Block Grant
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
5. INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS - GENERAL
Type
Discussion, Information
Goals
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)
Goal 2: Ensure highly qualified and effective staff are provided with targeted professional development, and have an understanding that all job responsibilities are structured to support positive student outcomes. (Internal Focused)
Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional and physical well-being for all students through targeted actions that support positive student outcomes. (School/Community focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the local plan for the Educator Effectiveness Fund Block Grant (2021-2026)?

 

INFORMATION:

 

Assembly Bill 130 authorized the Educator Effectiveness Fund (EEF) Block Grant (2021-2026), resulting in one-time funds of $3,739,625 for CVUSD to support professional learning for certificated teachers, administrators, paraprofessional educators, and certificated staff. Funds may be expended during the 2021–22, 2022–23, 2023–24, 2024–25 and 2025–26 fiscal years. An annual data and expenditure report will be due each year on or before September 30. A final data and expenditure report will be due on or before September 30, 2026.

 

EEF may be used to support professional learning for certificated teachers, administrators, paraprofessional educators, and certificated staff. Funds can be expended for any of the following purposes:

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

One-time revenue of $3,739,625 (EEF)

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

 

 

Subject
C. Instructional Services - Update on Human Growth & Development Videos (Grades 4-6)
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
5. INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS - GENERAL
Type
Discussion, Information
Goals
Goal 1: Implement targeted actions and services that support positive student outcomes. (Student Focused)
Goal 2: Ensure highly qualified and effective staff are provided with targeted professional development, and have an understanding that all job responsibilities are structured to support positive student outcomes. (Internal Focused)
Goal 4: Enhance the social, emotional and physical well-being for all students through targeted actions that support positive student outcomes. (School/Community focused)

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the updated Human Growth and Development Videos (Grade 4-6) from MarshMedia?

 

INFORMATION:

 

Each spring, 4th, 5th and 6th grade students have the opportunity to view Human Growth and Development Videos aligned with the California Health Education Content Standards. These videos provide students with a fact-based understanding of the changes in their physical development, and emphasizes the importance of proper rest, nutrition and physical exercise while growing. Videos aim to build student's self-esteem and healthy behaviors as they move into adolescence.

 

Human Growth and Development Videos from MarshMedia (https://marshmedia.com/) were first adopted by the Board of Education in 1986. The publisher periodically updates the videos, and CVUSD most recently purchased updated videos from 2009. The following proposed videos are the most updated versions from MarshMedia:

CVUSD Instructional Services will host a virtual preview event on December 7, 2021 at 6:00 PM prior to the Board of Education's possible approval of these new materials during the December 14, 2021 meeting.

 

Prior to Human Growth and Development Videos (Grades 4-6) being viewed at school, parents/guardians will receive information about this instruction and how to preview the videos. In accordance with California Education Code 51240, parents/guardians can provide a signed, written note to the Conejo Valley Unified School District, school principal, or teacher if their child will not participate in this instruction. 

 

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

Not to exceed $5,000 for updated videos for all elementary and middle schools paid through Instructional Services funds.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Dr. Dena Sellers

Director, Elementary Education

 

On behalf of,
Kenny Loo
Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

 

MWM:KL:DS

Subject
D. Business Services - Approval of Tier I Application for Adelante Comunidad Conejo, Inc.
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
5. INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS - GENERAL
Type
Information

ISSUE:

 

Should the Board of Education approve the application from Adelante Comunidad Conejo, Inc. to be designated as a Tier 1 group for facility use?

 

INFORMATION:

 

On September 21, 2021, the Board of Education adopted a new facility use fee schedule that included a new "Tier" structure for organizations.  Tier 1 groups include school connected organizations, as well as "Community Support Organizations" that provide essential services to the families of the Conejo Valley Unified School District and general community.  In order to qualify in Tier 1, an organization must submit for consideration by the Board of Eduation.  Adalante Comunidad Conejo, Inc. has submitted the required information and documentation.

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

Tier 1 users groups are responsible only for custodial services when not on duty at the current rate of $50 per hour. 

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

 

Prepared by,

Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.

Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

 

MWM:VPH:mn

6. ADJOURNMENT
Subject
A. Future Board Topics / Activities
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
6. ADJOURNMENT
Type
Information

Current Board topic requests with anticipated date(s) to bring information back to the Board:

 

Scheduled:

Update on progress/focus of the Teacher on Special Assignment, Visual/Performing Arts (January/February 2022)

 

Dates To Be Determined:

Access to school playgrounds during afterschool hours

Open School Facilities -- Playgournds on nights and weekends

Transportation to/from school for Conejo Valley High School students (may be provided via Board report)

Newcomer Program @ NPHS 

Adoption of resolution on secondary grading policy

BP 1313 - Civility

 

Ongoing:

Recognition of academic and visual/performing arts competitions

Addition of curriculum/literature written by diverse authors/incorporation of programs and events to include culture

Report on activities/events at the sites in relation to acknowledgment of resolutions

 

 

Italics - additions from the previous Board meeting.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Subject
B. Adjournment
Meeting
Nov 16, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
Category
6. ADJOURNMENT
Type
Procedural

FUTURE BOARD MEETINGS

 

December 14, 2021

 

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 \ Public participation via Zoom Webinar, internet livestream through CVUSD website, or regular television broadcast.

 

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)

In compliance with the ADA, if you need special assistance, including assisted listening devices, to participate in this meeting or other services in conjunction with this meeting, please contact the Superintendent’s Office at (805) 497-9511 ext. 1101. Upon request, the agenda and documents in this agenda packet can be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or time when services are needed will assist our staff in assuring reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting or service.