Returning Board Members: Cindy Goldberg and Bill Gorback

New Board Member: Lisa Evans Powell

(On Closed Session Agenda Items Only)

(Closed Session Agenda Item only)

The President hands the gavel to the Superintendent for the nominations for the new President. There is no need for a second when making nominations for office.
 

1. Election of President - The newly elected President assumes leadership of the meeting.
2. Election of Vice President
3. Election of Clerk
4. Elect a School Board Representative to Vote in Election for Members of the County Committee on School District Organization
5. Authorize Certification of Signatures (See Consent Item 5W)
6. Set Date, Time, and Place of Regular Board of Education Meetings (See Action Item 4A)
7. Board Committee assignments will be discussed. Final assignments may be made no later than the latest Board meeting in January.

The Board will recognize the Thousand Oaks High School Football team as Canyon League Champions for 2022/2023.

Student Board Reporters:

Century Academy – Harry Esau

Conejo Valley High School – Aria Turner

Newbury Park High School – Sophia Di Stefano

Thousand Oaks High School – Andrew Schuberg

Westlake High School – Sophia Kane

The District will recognize the following individuals that were nominated and chosen as CVUSD Inclusion Heroes:

Samantha Birg, Kindergarten Co-teacher, Aspen Elementary School

Lynn McVey-Hajiloo, Paraprofessional, Lang Ranch Elementary School

Eric Levy, Special Education English Teacher, Westlake High School

Sean MacDonald, Assistant Principal, Conejo Valley High School / Century Academy

Jennifer Sera, Speech/Language Pathologist, Ladera STARS Academy

Kathy Tinker-McKillop, Special Education LEAP Teacher, Westlake High School

Andrea Yusim, Librarian, Cypress Elementary School

Public Comments:

• The Board appreciates active and respectful participation by the public
• Comments on specific agenda items must be made when the agenda item is called

• Comments on topics not on the agenda should be made during the Public Comment segment of the meeting
  • No action or discussion can be undertaken for items not on the agenda
  • Board or staff can briefly respond or ask clarifying questions
• Be aware that all comments will be heard by those watching
  • Please make comments factual and respectful
  • Please respect the privacy rights of students and employees

Public Comments - Process:

• If you wish to speak on a specific agenda item, submit a speaker card (blue) to the recording secretary prior to the start of that agenda item.
• If you wish to speak on a topic that is not on the agenda, submit your speaker card (blue) prior to the Public Comments segment of the meeting.
• Opportunity to speak will be closed once each agenda item begins
• All speakers will receive 3 minutes to speak

               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 consider the following:

The proposed regular Board meeting dates are for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year (January through June 2023) and a portion of the 2023-2024 school year (August - December 2023):

The current schedule is the first and third Tuesday of each month beginning with Closed Session at 5:00 p.m.; Open Session at 6:00 p.m.  Any exceptions will be agreed upon by the Board of Education and will be posted on the Board's page on the District's website. 

* - off-cycle Board meeting

The Board of Education will review the resume and nomination packet for Lauren Gill and vote on approving the submission of their nomination to run for election to CSBA's Delegate Assembly.

Delegates serve a two-year term beginning April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2025. Delegates must attend two required Delegate Assembly meetings each year. In 2023, the dates are May 20-21 and November 28-29.

ISSUE:

The Governing Board will convene a public hearing to receive public testimony concerning the appointment of Nathan K. Harimoto to the Personnel Commission for the term of office commencing December 1, 2022, to November 30, 2025.

ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education follow staff's recommendation to reappoint Nathan K. Harimoto to the Personnel Commission for the term of office commencing December 1, 2022, to November 30, 2025?

INFORMATION:

In accord with Education Code 45240, the Board of Education must appoint or reappoint a candidate to serve on the Personnel Commission upon a vacancy. The appointment of the Board-appointed Commissioner is for a three (3) year term.  Mr. Nathan K. Harimoto has served as the Board appointee on the Personnel Commission since 1991, with his current term expiring on November 30, 2022. Mr. Harimoto has upheld the principles of the merit system in a fair and consistent manner.

On November 1, 2022, at its regular meeting, the Board of Education announced its intent to approve staff's recommendation to reappoint Mr. Harimoto to another 3-year term of office. As stipulated in Education Code 45256, the Board must hold a Public Hearing within forty-five (45) days from the date of the announcement. The purpose of the Public Hearing shall provide the public, employees, and employee organizations the opportunity to express their view on the qualifications of the person recommended for the appointment.  After the Public Hearing, the Board of Education shall appoint the nominee or make a substitute appointment without further notification or Public Hearing.  

FISCAL IMPACT:

None

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Jeanne Valentine
Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
 

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ISSUE:

The Board of Education shall hold a public hearing on the Disclosure of Collective Bargaining Agreement (AB 1200) for 2022-2023.

INFORMATION:
 

The District has reached tentative Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) with the Unified Association of Conejo Teachers (UACT), the Conejo Valley Pupil Personnel Association (CVPPA) and the California School Employees Association (CSEA). The agreements include a change in compensation, and Government Code Section 3547.5 requires that the public is made aware of the costs associated with a tentative collective bargaining agreement before it becomes binding on the District.  The law established the attached document, known as Assembly Bill (AB 1200), as the vehicle to detail these costs, and substantiates that the District can meet the financial obligation of the CBA, including positive certification by Superintendent Dr. McLaughlin and Dr. Victor Hayek, Deputy Superintendent, Business Services.  The CBA and accompanying AB 1200 calculations effectively cover Certificated Employees, Classified Employees, Classified Management/Supervisory, Certificated Management, and Classified Non-Represented (Confidential Employees, Campus Safety Assistants), Substitute Teachers, and Adult Education Teachers.

A public hearing precedes the consideration of the agreements noted on Item 4F of the current agenda.  The AB 1200 disclosure, along with a copy of the Tentative Agreements, have been forwarded to the Ventura County Office of Education for review.  

FISCAL IMPACT:

The financial impact of the Tentative Agreements are described in detail in the Public Disclosure of Collective Bargaining document that is being presented to the Board of Education for approval.

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Jeanne Valentine

Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the proposed Tentative Agreements with the Unified Association of Conejo Teachers (UACT), Conejo Valley Pupil Personnel Association (CVPPA), and California School Employees Association (CSEA), Classified Non-Represented (Confidential Employees and Campus Safety Assistants) and approve the salary increase for Classified Management/Supervisory, Certificated Management, Substitute Teachers, and Adult Education Teachers?

INFORMATION:

The proposed Tentative Agreements provide for a five percent (5.0%) increase to the 2022-23 salary schedule beginning January 1, 2023, for all UACT, CVPPA, and CSEA Association members. Prior to approval and pursuant to the Disclosure of Collective Bargaining Agreement (AB 1200), the Board of Education must conduct a Public Hearing on the proposed agreements.  The details of the Tentative Agreements are outlined in the documents that follow.  Traditionally, the Board has provided Classified Management/Supervisory, Certificated Management, and Classified Non-Represented (Campus Safety Assistants and Confidential Employees), Substitute Teachers, Adult Education Teachers, with similar salary increases provided to represented employees. Staff is recommending that the Board grant the increase for these groups. The agreements allow the District to maintain comparable compensation in order to be able to attract and retain quality employees. 

FISCAL IMPACT:

The financial impact of the Tentative Agreements are described in detail in the Public Disclosure of Collective Bargaining document that was considered by the Board of Education on Agenda Item 4E.

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Jeanne Valentine

Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education adopt Resolution #22/23-05, declaring Friday, January 27, 2023, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in the Conejo Valley Unified School District?

INFORMATION:

The International Holocaust Remembrance Day resolution provides an opportunity for students, staff, and community members to remember and memorialize those who were killed during the Holocaust, and also remind them of their responsibility to confront hatred, prevent genocide, and promote human dignity.  

FISCAL IMPACT:

None

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Dr. Shanna M. Egans

Assistant Superintendent, Student Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education adopt a resolution declaring January 22, 2023, as the start of the Chinese Lunar New Year?

INFORMATION:

January 22, 2023, will usher in the Lunar New Year for 2023 - the Year of the Rabbit. The Lunar New Year is of special significance and represents a major celebration for Chinese and many other Asian people throughout the world, including families with roots in countries that include China, Vietnam, South Korea, and Singapore. The Lunar New Year represents a number of important traditional, social, and cultural events and values, many of which have become customary to observe in the United States.

Conejo Valley Unified School District is committed to honoring and valuing the traditions and cultural significance of the Lunar New Year and the contributions and accomplishments of the Asian and Pacific Islander communities.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Dr. Shanna M. Egans

Assistant Superintendent, Student Services 

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the Child Development tuition rates for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 school years?

INFORMATION:

Child Development encompasses three programs, including Child Care, Wonder Preschool, and the California State Preschool Program (CSPP). The department employs approximately 100 staff and has 1,085 students enrolled. Child Care and Wonder Preschool operate from 7:00 am-6:00 pm and are open several days during fall, winter, and spring break to accommodate our working families. CSPP operates half-day and full-day classes. The full-day state program runs year-round.

For the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 school years, Child Development is projecting an enrollment of 1,100 students in Child Care, 100 students in Wonder Preschool, and 200 students/week in the Summer Camp program. Child Care operates with a staff-to-student ratio not to exceed 16:1. Wonder Preschool has a mandated licensing ratio of 12:1.

The 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Child Development tuition rates for Child Care, Wonder Preschool, and Summer Camp programs are necessary to set early so the District can plan, market, and staff appropriately. The proposed rates represent a 10% increase for 2023-2024 and an additional 10% increase for 2024-2025. These tuition rates are competitively priced while maintaining a low student to staff ratio and accounting for rising labor and benefit costs and most importantly, sustainability of a quality CVUSD program that does not have to depend on LCFF and General Fund dollars.

The 2023-2024 estimated registration timeline is as follows:

• Priority Child Care (current families) - April 3, 2023
• Open Child Care - April 17, 2023
• Priority Wonder Preschool - January 18, 2023
• Open Wonder Preschool - February 1, 2023
• Priority Summer Camp - March 6, 2023
• Open Summer Camp - March 13, 2023

The 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 proposed rates are as follows:

FISCAL IMPACT:

Child Care Fund approximately $7m annual revenue and expense

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Amie Mills

Director, Child Development

On behalf of,

Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.

Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the submission of the 2022-2023 First Interim Financial Statement?

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:
 

1. POSITIVE. Will meet financial obligations for the current and two subsequent years.
2. QUALIFIED. May not meet financial obligations for the current or two subsequent years.
3. NEGATIVE. Unable to meet financial obligations for the current or two subsequent years.

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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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education accept the Annual Audit Report and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report of the District's Financial Statement for 2021-2022?

INFORMATION:

Harshwal & Company, LLP has audited the District's financial records for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, and prepared the attached report. The audit report includes a report on internal controls. The findings and recommendations, if any, are listed in the audit report along with a summary of corrective action taken, or in the process of being taken. The annual comprehensive financial report is a financial statements report of the governmental activities, business-type activities, each major fund and the aggregate remaining fund information.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Victor P. Hayek, Ed.D.

Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education accept the Building Fund (Measure I) Financial and Performance Audits for 2021-2022?

INFORMATION:

The Building Fund (Measure I) Financial and Performance Audit for 2021-2022 was conducted by independent auditors in accordance with the standards contained in Government Auditing Standards, issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. The independent auditor's findings and conclusions are stated in the audits.

The Auditor's opinion: "In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Building Fund (Measure I) of Conejo Valley Unified School District at June 30, 2022, and the respective changes in financial position for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America."

The Auditor's opinion regarding the performance audit: "The results of our tests indicated that the District expended Building Fund (Measure I) funds only for the specific projects approved by the voters, in accordance with Proposition 39 and outlined in Article XIIIA, Section 1(b)(3)(C) of the California Constitution."

FISCAL IMPACT:

None

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.

Approval of the Minutes:
 

• Regular Meeting of November 15, 2022

1.  Certificated Service:

      A.  Establishment / Modification / Elimination of Positions

           Order #: R22-444

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

           Order #: R22-445 - R22-530

2.  Certificated Service - Exempt:

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

           Order #: E22-065 - E22-089

3.  Classified Service:

A.  Establishment / Modification / Elimination of Positions

           Order #: C22-393 - C22-394

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

           Orders #: C22-395 - C22-423

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

           Orders #: C22-424 - C22-430

4.  Classified Service - Exempt:

      A.  Walk-on Coach

           Orders #: E22-445 - E22-488

      B.  Specialist, Proctor, Student Helper, Others

           Orders #: E22-489 - E22-537

ISSUE:
 

Should the Board of Education approve the renewal Student Teaching Agreement between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and Grand Canyon University?

INFORMATION:

Grand Canyon University has an established teacher education credentialing program, an approved program that allows Grand Canyon University teacher education students to be placed as student teachers. This program requires supervision and facilities where students can gain experience in the public school setting as required in the curriculum. The District has the educational setting, supervision, and equipment needed by the student teachers in the Grand Canyon University Teacher Education Program and can provide the opportunity for students to obtain their practical learning experience. Several of our current employees are enrolled in this teacher education program. District credentialed teachers will mentor, observe, and provide a summary assessment for the student teachers.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None

Respectfully submitted,
Mark W McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Jeanne Valentine

Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources

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ISSUE:
 

Should the Board of Education approve the Counseling Psychology Practicum Site Renewal Agreement between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and National University?

INFORMATION:

National University has established the John F. Kennedy School of Psychology Program, an approved program that allows National University students enrolled in their Counseling Psychology Master of Arts Program to be placed for clinical training at a practicum site. This program requires supervision and facilities where students can gain experience in the public school setting as one of their selected clinical training sites. The District has the educational setting, supervision, and equipment needed by the practicum students in the National University Counseling Psychology Program and can provide the opportunity for students to obtain their practicum experience. Students involved in a school site practicum often decide to become School Psychologists, a continued area of need for the District. District credentialed psychologists or counselors will mentor, observe, and provide a summary assessment for the practicum students.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None

Respectfully submitted,
Mark W McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Jeanne Valentine

Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the contracts under $5,000 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.

FISCAL IMPACT:

See above.

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the new contract with Ventura County Office of Education?

INFORMATION:

The Digital Upscaling Contract is a no cost contract for CVAE.  It allows us to collect on services we offer in conjunction with a state grant offered through Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin’s office and the Ventura County Office of Education.

FISCAL IMPACT:

$16,725.00 to be paid through grant funds.

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

On behalf of,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the renewal contract with The Career Hub?

INFORMATION:

The Career Hub will be providing students and employers with a centralized connection hub for high quality work-based learning activities. All students will benefit from experiences critical to building the employability skills essential for future workforce needs. 

The Career Hub brings together a network of schools, colleges, and employers, creating more equitable access to high quality work-based learning opportunities for students. Employers engage and post opportunities for students which allows the relationship between education and the workforce to be explored by students.

FISCAL IMPACT:

$13,000 to be paid for by CTEIG funds.

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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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the obsoleting and recycling of old TK Math Envision Math by SAVVAS?

INFORMATION:

The Board of Education approved the new Math Curriculum for TK and Kindergarten on 4/20/21 entitled World of Wonders TK-an all-inclusive Math curriculum that replaces Envision Math (aka Math Mats). The old curriculum will be purchased by Mrs. Nelson's Book Company.  

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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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the proposed middle school pilot course?

INFORMATION:

Board approval is sought for assignment of pilot status to the following course to commence during the 2nd Semester of the 2022-2023 school year. Piloting this course will ensure that Redwood Middle School meets the requirements of the Middle School Foundations Academies Grant, which the school was recently awarded in Fall 2022. Attached is the course of study for the pilot course:

Middle school teachers regularly design new courses which meet student academic needs while appealing to the varied interests of adolescents.  This course received unanimous support from the appropriate Articulation Committees.  On November 2, 2022, the Secondary Curriculum Advisory Council (SCAC) unanimously recommended this course as well.

RATIONALE:

The teachers have given serious attention to the development of course objectives and content for this new course as well as student need for college and career readiness. This course is part of the REAL Academy pathway for 7th and 8th grade students at Redwood Middle School. All teacher committees at the site and District levels have recommended this course.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Sonia Wilson, Ed.D.

Director, Middle School Education

On behalf of,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the Quarter 1 Williams Report as prepared by the Ventura County Office of Education for the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year, as submitted?

INFORMATION:

California Education Code §1240(c)(2)(C) requires that the County Superintendent report the results of any Williams Lawsuit Settlement visits, on a quarterly basis, to the Governing Board of districts with schools ranked in deciles 1 to 3 of the 2012 Academic Performance Index to ensure that all students in grades TK - 12 have access to standards-aligned textbooks or instructional materials in the four core subject areas of English language arts, mathematics, history/social science, science, and additionally in grades 9-12 for foreign languages, health and appropriate science laboratory equipment, and to ensure that all classrooms and amenities are safe, clean, and functional. Information regarding the review of teacher assignments and vacancies, audit findings related to Williams Settlements, and the annual School Accountability Report Cards (SARC) are not present in this quarterly report, but will be included in the annual report.

The County Office of Education inspectors visited all Williams schools from July through September 2022, to determine if sufficient textbooks or instructional materials were available and to assess the condition of the school facilities. The findings of these visits are summarized in the attached Quarter 1 Williams Report. In summary, the County Superintendent of Schools found the Conejo Valley Unified School District to be in compliance with the requirements regarding Instructional Materials and Facilities.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the renewal contract with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley?

INFORMATION:

The Conejo Valley Unified School District in coordination with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley will be offering an Extended Learning Program (EL0P) to students in Grades TK-5 for the Winter Intercession for the dates December 19-22 and December 27-29 at the Boys and Girls Club located on the Los Cerritos Middle School Campus. The program will help develop physical fitness and interpersonal skills, foster creativity in young people, engage & socialize, and the exposure to STEAM, The Arts, Crafts, Social Emotional Learning, Healthy Lifestyles, Sports & Recreation Fitness, and Friendship Building. 

FISCAL IMPACT:

Amount not to exceed $87,500, to be paid out of ELOP Funds (Extended Learning Opportunity Program Grant).

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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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve a renewal contract with STAR Education, Inc.?

INFORMATION:

STAR Education will be implementing their ELOP/After School Education and Safety Program (ASES) at Maple Elementary School beginning  January 6, 2023. STAR will offer this to students in TK-5 and will offer various activities to students including academic enrichment, homework assistance, math, reading, and science. Their educational enrichment activities also include music, art, theater, dance, and recreational/fitness. The program will run Monday through Friday from school dismissal through 6:00 PM. CVUSD and STAR Education, Inc. have partnered in education since 2011.

FISCAL IMPACT:

$90,000 paid out of ELOP funds

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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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve a new contract for non-public school placement for Student #4A-22/23?

INFORMATION:

Special Education classes and services for Student #4A-22/23 cannot be met by the District and/or County at this time. Therefore, in order to provide placement of this student at the recommended educational setting, a contract number must be established for the period of 8/04/2022 through 6/30/2023. The total cost for this non-public school placement is $36,662.40, less reimbursement (from SELPA Mental Health Fund) of $0.00, and less District income of $5,274.00. The total District cost is $31,388.40.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Special Education Fund: $31,388.40

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Dawn Thomas

Director, Special Education, Secondary

On behalf of,

Dr. Shanna M. Egans

Assistant Superintendent, Student Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve a new contract for non-public school placement for Student #26-22/23?

INFORMATION:

Special Education classes and services for Student #26-22/23 cannot be met by the District and/or County at this time. Therefore, in order to provide placement of this student at the recommended educational setting, a contract number must be established for the period of 11/07/2022 through 6/30/2023. The total cost for this non-public school placement is $34,680.00, less reimbursement (from SELPA Mental Health Fund) of $0.00, and less District income of $3,984.80. The total District cost is $30,695.20.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Special Education Fund: $30,695.20

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Dawn Thomas

Director, Special Education, Secondary

On behalf of,

Dr. Shanna M. Egans

Assistant Superintendent, Student Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve a new contract for non-public school placement for Student #27-22/23?

INFORMATION:

Special Education classes and services for Student #27-22/23 cannot be met by the District and/or County at this time. Therefore, in order to provide placement of this student at the recommended educational setting, a contract number must be established for the period of 11/09/2022 through 6/30/2023. The total cost for this non-public school placement is $31,328.60, less reimbursement (from SELPA Mental Health Fund) of $0.00, and less District income of $3,750.40. The total District cost is $27,578.20.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Special Education Fund: $27,578.20

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Dawn Thomas

Director, Special Education, Secondary

On behalf of,

Dr. Shanna M. Egans

Assistant Superintendent, Student Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve a new contract with A.M.P. Autism Inc./Tamar Apelian?

INFORMATION:

This contract will allow A.M.P. Autism Inc./Tamar Apelian to provide assessment and support services to a student enrolled in our District.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Special Education Fund: $6,500.00.

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Dawn Thomas

Director, Special Education, Secondary

On behalf of,

Dr. Shanna M. Egans

Assistant Superintendent, Student Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve a new contract with Integrated Therapy Services, Inc. - Cheryl Fletcher?

INFORMATION:

This contract will allow Integrated Therapy Services, Inc. - Cheryl Fletcher, to provide assessment and support services to a student enrolled in our District.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Special Education Fund: $640.00

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Dawn Thomas

Director, Special Education, Secondary

On behalf of,

Dr. Shanna M. Egans

Assistant Superintendent, Student Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the new contract with Amy Adams?

INFORMATION:

In a virtual BreakThrough parent presentation, Amy Adams, Mental Health Associate, will focus on healthy technology use for students.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There will be no fiscal impact as the presentation is being provided free of charge.

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Shauna B. Ashmore

Director, Student Support Services

On behalf of,

Dr. Shanna M. Egans

Assistant Superintendent, Student Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the new contract with Next Gen Community Consulting?

INFORMATION:

In a virtual BreakThrough parent presentation, Gabe Teran from Next Gen Community Consulting will address strategies for substance use prevention.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The estimated Fiscal Impact is $1,250.00 from the Tobacco Use Prevention Education (TUPE) funds.

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Shauna B. Ashmore

Director, Student Support Services

On behalf of,

Dr. Shanna M. Egans

Assistant Superintendent, Student Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve a new contract with Daryton Ramsey?

INFORMATION:

In a virtual BreakThrough parent presentation, Daryton Ramsey, Ed.D., with 3E Consulting Group, will focus on integrating mindful parenting practices into current parent/guardian to child daily interactions/approaches.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The estimated Fiscal Impact is $500.00 from the BreakThrough Student Assistance funds.

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Shauna B. Ashmore

Director, Student Support Services

On behalf of,

Dr. Shanna M. Egans

Assistant Superintendent, Student Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the MOU between the County of Ventura Behavioral Health Department and Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) for Special Education Mental Health Services?

INFORMATION:

Starting in the 2022/2023 school year, federal and state mental health funding allocations for Educationally Related Social Emotional Services (ERSES) began going directly to school districts instead of the Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA).  Approval of this MOU ensures that the County of Ventura Behavioral Health Department will provide CVUSD students with educationally related mental health services.  Types of services include assessments, individual therapy, group therapy, collateral services, case management, and any other mental health services as defined in California Education Code Section 56363; Code of Federal Regulations, Title 34, Section 300.34 or a student's individualized education plan.

FISCAL IMPACT: