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The Board will recognize students from CVUSD middle and high schools that were selected to perform with the California All-State Honor Band.

The Board will recognize four CVUSD students who completed four rounds of judging and competed against thousands of entries to receive California State PTA Reflections Awards in the following categories:

Award of Excellence - Film Production

Award of Merit - Visual Arts, Photography, Literature, Dance Choreography, and Film Production

Congratulations to our California State PTA Reflections Program winners!

The Board will recognize the Thousand Oaks High School Wrestling Team for their victory as CIF Champions. 

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

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.

ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education participate in the California School Cash Reserve Program and authorize the borrowing of funds for fiscal year 2023-2024 through the issuance and sale of one or more series of 2023-2024 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes (TRANs)?

INFORMATION:

Due to County property tax collection schedules and subsequent payments to the School District, borrowing funds for cash flow purposes is necessary for the District to meet its financial obligations.  By passing the resolution before the Board, the District will have the opportunity to participate in the California School Cash Reserve Program sponsored by California School Boards Association Finance Corporation. The Program issues TRANs for more than half of all California school districts, community college districts, and county offices of education that issue TRANs.

Through participation in the Cash Reserve Program, the District will be able to issue a tax and revenue anticipation note as part of a cost-effective pooled structure. An overview of this cash management concept and the Program is provided below:

Cash Reserve Program Background: The first Cash Reserve Program as issued in June of 1988 for six districts with an aggregate issue amount of $9.6 million. Since that time, the Program has grown dramatically in size, servicing the majority of California school district TRANs issuers. Each year, the Program has resulted in a significant benefit to the participants. The highlights of the Program are as follows:

• Participants benefit from a cost-effective and administratively simple method to issue their TRANs
• Documentation is streamlined for governing board approval
• Participants benefit from year-round administrative assistance

Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes (TRANs): TRANs are short-term debt instruments issued by school districts throughout the State to create an additional reserve to the general fund. In our District, this reserve will act as a cushion to the general fund in the event that we experience temporary cash flow needs. These cash flow needs may occur as a result of the timing mismatch between the receipt of revenues (generally received in an uneven fashion) and the expenditure of general fund moneys (generally paid out in a more level fashion).

TRANs Economics: Through our participation in the Program, the District will issue a tax-exempt note. The proceeds from the sale of this note, when not needed for cash flow, are invested in a taxable investment. This may result in a positive spread between the borrowing rate and the investment return on the TRANs proceeds.

Cash Reserve Program Process:

The Cash Reserve Program involves the following key steps in order to participate:

1. Adoption of Resolution: Adoption of the resolution does not obligate the District to participate in the Program. The resolution simply delegates to the administration the right to decide on participation.
2. Cash Flow and Credit Background Process: Participants submit a completed credit questionnaire and financial information (including audits, budget, and second-period interim cash flow report) that is used to develop an initial pro-forma cash flow statement for 2022-2023. Participants review, revise, and approve their cash flow statement in consultation with Dale Scott & Company, the Program's Financial Advisor. The cash flows are reviewed by Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, the Program's Bond Counsel.
3. Sale of TRANs: The pricing of the issue is anticipated to occur in mid-June. At that time, the interest rate on the notes will be locked-in. Our District is not obligated to participate until it acknowledges issuance after the sale of the TRANs.
4. Closing: Closing of the issue will occur in early July. Our District will have access to the proceeds of the TRANs available to meet our temporary cash flow needs.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Estimated interest: TBD depending on cash flow needs and the size of the note.

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 adopt a resolution recognizing May 2023 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the Conejo Valley Unified School District?

INFORMATION:

May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to recognize the achievements, contributions, and history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, and to honor the generations of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders that enrich our Nation and are instrumental in its future success.

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 recognizing May 2023 as Jewish American Heritage Month in the Conejo Valley Unified School District?

INFORMATION:

May is Jewish American Heritage Month, recognizing Jewish Americans' indelible contributions to our Nation's history, culture, and society.  

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 recognizing the month of May 2023 as National Mental Health Month in the Conejo Valley Unified School District?

INFORMATION:

National Mental Health Month is a time to raise awareness of those living with mental or behavioral health issues and provide the resources to assist them to get the help they need. 

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 amendments to Board Bylaw 9150 - Student Board Members?

INFORMATION:

Most of the changes in the proposed amendments are consistent with Gamut language and CSBA updates from December 2019. Importantly, some of the changes, noted as "CVUSD language" are recommendations by the Student District Advisory Committee (SDAC) and approved at their general meeting in November 2022. The SDAC proposed changes were brought forward regarding specific language on consecutive terms from students at the same school site with the goal of supporting equitable representation and leadership from various CVUSD high schools. Additionally, the Student DAC proposed changes were brought forward in regards to the elected student Board member serving on Student DAC committees.

The Board Bylaw revision includes recommended amendments requested by the Board of Education at their regular meeting on January 17, 2023, and approved by the Student District Advisory Committee (SDAC) on March 27, 2023.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None

LEGEND:

RED - Existing Notes

Red/Bold - New GAMUT Notes

Black/Bold - New GAMUT Language

Black/Bold/Italics - New CVUSD Language

Blue/Bold - New Federal Program Monitoring Language 

Blue/Bold/Italics - CVUSD Language Following Input

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Brian Mercer

Director, High School Education

On behalf of, 

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services 

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the new middle school (7th grade) core literature title, When Stars are Scattered?

INFORMATION:

The Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) implements the selection and adoption of instructional materials, specifically for grades 6-8, in accordance with Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 6161.1. CVUSD considers the California Department of Education’s Recommended Literature List. However, the California Department of Education notes, “The Recommended Literature List is intended as a tool to assist districts as they select literature, but the list only recommends titles. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the District to select literature according to the selection policies that are in place.”

CVUSD English Language Arts teachers reviewed When Stars are Scattered. The CVUSD English/Language Arts Articulation Committee has given considerable thought to the merit of titles placed on the core literature list. This discussion and review also takes place in the Secondary Curriculum Advisory Council meeting. The title listed below was chosen to move forward for Board approval for 7th grade. This novel will support and strengthen the core curriculum and broaden students’ knowledge and skills.

http://www.conejousd.org/Departments/Instructional-Services/Core-Literature-Adoption-Process

As part of the District's Core Literature adoption process, preview events were held via Zoom webinar on Thursday, March 9, 2023, and Thursday, March 30, 2023, that provided parents and community members the opportunity to learn about the title and ask questions of available staff.

FISCAL IMPACT:

District textbook funds shall be used to pay for requested textbooks from each school site.

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 new high school core literature titles, Interpreter of Maladies, Purple Hibiscus, and World of Wonders?

INFORMATION:

The Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) implements the selection and adoption of instructional materials, specifically for grades 9-12, in accordance with Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 6161.1. CVUSD considers the California Department of Education’s Recommended Literature List. However, the California Department of Education notes, “The Recommended Literature List is intended as a tool to assist districts as they select literature, but the list only recommends titles. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the District to select literature according to the selection policies that are in place.”

CVUSD English Language Arts teachers reviewed Interpreter of Maladies, Purple Hibiscus, and World of Wonders. The CVUSD English/Language Arts Articulation Committee has given considerable thought to the merit of titles placed on the core literature list. This discussion and review also takes place in the Secondary Curriculum Advisory Council meeting. The titles listed below were chosen to move forward for Board approval for grades 10, 11, and 12, respectively. These novels will support and strengthen the core curriculum and broaden students’ knowledge and skills.

http://www.conejousd.org/Departments/Instructional-Services/Core-Literature-Adoption-Process

As part of the District's Core Literature adoption process, preview events were held via Zoom webinar on Thursday, March 9, 2023, and Thursday, March 30, 2023, that provided parents and community members the opportunity to learn about the title and ask questions of available staff.

FISCAL IMPACT:

District textbook funds shall be used to pay for requested textbooks from each school site.

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 adopt a resolution declaring May 10, 2023, as "National School Nurse Day?"

INFORMATION:

The California Department of Education and National Association of School Nurses encourage districts to celebrate School Nurses for supporting students and student health every day and to recognize the contributions that school nurses are making to the health and learning of our nation's children. The Conejo Valley Unified School District establishes May 10, 2023, as "National School Nurse Day". It is appropriate that the Board of Education publicly recognize School Nurses for the hard work and dedication of these individuals to students, schools, and the community, and for their accomplishments in supporting health and ensuring that students are healthy, safe, and ready to learn. This resolution would be shared with each school and worksite to honor School Nurses.

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 adopt a resolution declaring May 8-12, 2023, as "National Teacher Appreciation Week?"

INFORMATION:

In 1982, the State of California Legislature established "National Teacher Appreciation Week."  Since that time, the Conejo Valley Unified School District has also formally and publicly recognized the substantial contribution teachers make to their students, the community, and society as a whole.  In keeping with legislative intent and past practice, it is appropriate that the Board of Education continue to recognize its teachers publicly.  California Education Code Section 37222 designates a week each May as "National Teacher Appreciation Week" as a means of expressing appreciation to the state's teachers, instructors, professors, and other educators.  This resolution should be shared with each school and worksite to encourage recognition activities and the communication of the resolution to the school and community.

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.

Approval of the Minutes:
 

• Regular Meeting of March 15, 2023 (view minutes by clicking on "View Minutes" above under the Agenda Item Details section)

ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the amendments to Board Bylaw 9100 - Organization?

INFORMATION:

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

Board Bylaw 9100 has been updated to reflect new law (AB486, 2021), which changes the date requirements for districts to hold their annual organizational meeting.

FISCAL IMPACT:

N/A

LEGEND:

Red - Existing Notes

Red/Bold - New GAMUT Notes

Black/Bold - New GAMUT Language

Black/Bold/Italics - New CVUSD Language

Blue/Bold - New Federal Program Monitoring Language

Blue/Bold/Italics - CVUSD Language Following Input

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

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1.  Certificated Service:

      A.  Establishment / Modification / Elimination of Positions

           Order #: None

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

           Order #: R22-772 - R22-803

      C.  New Employment / Assignment Change / Change in Status: Interns, Student Teachers / Agency Hires

           Order #: R22-804 - R22-805

2.  Certificated Service - Exempt:

      A.  New Employment / Assignment Change / Change in Status: Coaches

           Order #: None

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

           Order #: E22-125 - E22-139

3.  Classified Service:

A.  Establishment / Modification / Elimination of Positions

           Order #: None

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

           Orders #: C22-566 - C22-605

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

           Orders #: C22-606 - C22-613

4.  Classified Service - Exempt:

      A.  Walk-on Coach

           Orders #: E22-709 - E22-722

      B.  Specialist, Proctor, Student Helper, Others

           Orders #: E22-723 - E22-745

ISSUE:
 

Should the Board of Education approve the Student Teaching Agreement between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and University of Massachusetts Global?

INFORMATION:

The University of Massachusetts Global has an established Teacher Education Program that allows University of Massachusetts Global teacher education students to gain practicum experience in a public school setting. 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 education students enrolled in the Teacher Education Program and can provide the opportunity for students to obtain their practical learning experience. District credentialed teachers will mentor, observe, and provide a summary assessment for the students involved in their practicum placement for the District.

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 formally receive the 2023-2024 Proposal for Successor Collective Bargaining Negotiations submitted by the California School Employees Association (CSEA), Conejo Chapter #620 and the Conejo Valley Unified School District?

INFORMATION:

The term of the District's current Contract of Agreement with CSEA is July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2024. CSEA has requested to open Article 9, Pay and Allowances.  The District would like to open Article 10, Health and Welfare Benefits, and Article 12, Hours and Overtime. 

FISCAL IMPACT:

To be determined.

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 Memorandum of Understanding between the Conejo Valley Unified School District and the Unified Association of Conejo Teachers (UACT)?

INFORMATION:

The proposed Memorandum of Understanding provides a preparation period for Grade 1-5 elementary teachers. In addition, the agreement adds Flag Football to the list of high school interscholastic athletics. The details of the Memorandum of Understanding are outlined in the document that follows. 

FISCAL IMPACT:

$875,000 from the Learn Recovery Emergency Block Grant (OLRV)

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 amendments to Board Policy 4111, 4211, and 4311 - Recruitment and Selection, as submitted?

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 and court opinions which may affect Board Policies, Administrative Regulations and Board Bylaws.

Changes to Board Policy 4111, 4211, 4311 - Recruitment and Selection include updates in language regarding confidentiality and a provision from Labor Code 432.3 involving not relying on salary history information as a factor in the offer of employment and providing the applicant with the pay scale for the open position.

LEGEND:

Red - Existing Notes

Red/Bold - New GAMUT Notes

Black/Bold - New GAMUT Language

Black/Bold/Italics - New CVUSD Language

Blue/Bold - New Federal Program Monitoring Language 

Blue/Bold/Italics - CVUSD Language Following Input

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 a renewal contract with STAR Education, Inc.?

INFORMATION:

During the month of July, STAR Education will be providing their EL0P Summer Program to students at Glenwood and Walnut Elementary Schools. Their Daily Rotation Schedule will include STEAM, Art, Technology, Group Games, Outdoor Activities, and Team Building for students in Grades K through 5. The hours of operation will immediately follow Summer School, with hours from 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, for a total of 18 days. 

FISCAL IMPACT:

$79,902 paid by 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 the renewal contract with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley?

INFORMATION:

The Boys and Girls Clubs will be providing Summer Camp through the ELOP Program for students in grades TK-5 at the Redwood Middle School Campus for the period of June 20-29, 2023. Some of the subject areas that will be covered include: Canvas Painting 101, 3D Robotics, Drawing 101, Woodshop, and Gardening. There will be a maximum of 200 participants, and their Summer Camp Schedule consists of the following schedule: Breakfast/Morning Ice Breakers, Club Rally, AM Enrichments, Lunch Time and Reading Time, Club Rally (Group engagement and separating into groups before rotations), PM Rotations, and Snack Time/Movement.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Not to exceed $65,600 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 the renewal contract for Mustang Marketing?

INFORMATION:

Mustang Marketing will be providing website design, logo design, flyers, brochures, school site posters, and PowerPoint presentation templates to be used by the CTE coordinators to assist with the advertising and marketing of the CTE programs at all CVUSD high schools.  

FISCAL IMPACT:

$8,000 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 a renewal contract with Pegleg Entertainment for Westlake High School?

INFORMATION:

Pegleg Entertainment will provide services related to the Associated Student Body at Westlake High School for the 2023 Senior Prom. Pegleg Entertainment will provide event planning, entertainment, DJ and a stage package.

FISCAL IMPACT:

$78,150.00 to be paid for by ASB funds.

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Brian Mercer

Director, High Schools and Assessment

On behalf of,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the new contract with American Red Cross?

INFORMATION:

The American Red Cross (ARC) contract allows Newbury Park HS teacher Casey Graham, an approved ARC instructor, to teach ARC content to NPHS students in both Public Safety Careers and Emergency Medical Responder courses (next year). ARC has a significant number of certifications available for students to earn that lead directly to jobs, including those listed below:

• California 5 Bundle
• Lifeguarding 
• Oxygen Administration 
• Title 22
• CPR/AED 
• Safety Training for Swim Coaches 
• Blood Borne Pathogens 

FISCAL IMPACT:

TBD, funding will be out of CTG3

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 an overnight trip for the Thousand Oaks High School Cross Country Team to Big Bear, CA?

INFORMATION:

The Thousand Oaks High School Cross Country Team requests permission to take 30 students to the Big Bear Team Retreat in Big Bear, California, from June 17, 2023, to June 21, 2023.  Head Coach Andy Thompson, Assistant Coach Sarah Fitzgerald, and Assistant Coach Todd Benley, will accompany the students. The group will travel to and from Big Bear, California by private vehicles and rental vans.  The students will not miss any school, as this trip will take place during summer break.  No student shall be denied participation due to lack of funds. 

FISCAL IMPACT:

$375.00 per student to be paid for by the Booster Club.

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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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve a new contract with Anti-Defamation League (ADL)?

INFORMATION:

As part of the awarded Anti-Bias Education Grant from the California Department of Education, this professional services contract provides all CVUSD school certificated and classified staff with anti-bias professional development training. These sessions include the examination of personal and cultural identities, the manifestation of biases and their impact on different communities, as well as the development of specific strategies for responding to stereotypes, prejudice and bias. Training will be provided in the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 school years during pupil-free Professional Learning Days.

FISCAL IMPACT:

$51,000.00 to be paid out of CDE Anti-Bias Education Grant funds

Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Dwight Rogers, Ed.D.

Assistant Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

On behalf of,

Kenneth Loo

Assistant Superintendent, Diversity, Instructional Services

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ISSUE:

Should the Board of Education approve the renewal agreement for Inter-District Services (Orientation and Mobility) between the Ventura County Office of Education and the Conejo Valley Unified School District for the 2023-2024 school year?

INFORMATION:

The Ventura County Office of Education provides SELPA Orientation and Mobility Specialists to the Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) to conduct assessments, provide classroom consultations, direct services, and attend IEP meetings for CVUSD students.

FISCAL IMPACT:

$14,157.00 from the 2023-2024 Special Education budget allocation.

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 renewal agreement for Inter-District Services (Physical Therapy) between the Ventura County Office of Education and the District for the 2023-2024 school year?

INFORMATION:

The Ventura County Office of Education provides SELPA Physical Therapy Specialists to Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) to conduct assessments, provide classroom consultations, direct services, and attend IEP meetings for CVUSD students.

FISCAL IMPACT:

$98,576.00 from the 2023-2024 Special Education budget allocation.

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 renewal contract with McGraw-Hill Education, Inc./Achieve3000?

INFORMATION:

McGraw-Hill Education, Inc./Achieve 3000 will provide the following: 

• Literacy with Boost for Intervention Licenses for English Learners at the Expanding level of language acquisition in grades 6-12 to address potential learning loss and literacy gaps in their academic achievement.
• Smarty Ants Licenses for English Learners at the pre-literacy/Emergent level of language acquisition in grades TK-2.  This software will allow the students to build foundational literacy to address learning loss in the pre-literacy developing stage.

FISCAL IMPACT:

ESR2 Grant Funds: $32,707.10 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               
Respectfully submitted,

Mark W. McLaughlin, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Prepared by,

Ricardo Araiza, Ed.D.

Director, Multilingual Learners

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 Teach & Talk Speech Therapy?

INFORMATION:

This contract will allow Teach & Talk Speech Therapy to provide assessment and support services to a student in our District.

FISCAL IMPACT: