Acton Agua Dulce Unified School District

Meadowlark School, 3015 W. Sacramento Street Acton, California, January 13, 2005

PLACE AND DATE OF MEETING

1.0 OPENING OF MEETING 1.1 Call to Order Mr. Heslep called the meeting to order at 7:55 p.m.

CALL TO ORDER

1.2 Members present Steve Harbeson Fred Heslep, Vice President Melissa Harnett, Clerk

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT

Cindi Oberhansley, Member Max Duran, Member

1.3 Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag The pledge of Allegiance was led by Brian Sloane

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

1.4 Administration Present Dr. Linda Wagner, Superintendent

ADMINISTRATION PRESENT

Jerry Watkins, Principal/Director of Assessment & Accountability Steve Lorenze, Principal/Director of Special Education Phil Rosell, Principal/Director of Curriculum

Maxine Griffin, Aline Rosenberg Ron Bird, Michael Lance, B. Schwab, Eleanor Braun, Tana Lampton, Jeremy Housley, Sheryl Puett, Shauna Comber, Charles Brink, Michael Hughes

OTHER DISTRICT PERSONNEL VISITORS

1.5 Adopt Organizational Meeting’s Agenda as Presented Motion that the January 13, 2005 agenda be adopted as presented with the following changes. Table item 2.13 and 2.16 Note that the date in the letter on Item 7.1 should read 12-26-04 not 10-26-04.

ADOPT AGENDA

Moved by Mr. Harbeson Seconded by Ms. Oberhansley Motion carried (5/0/0)

1.6 District Planning: Road Map for the Future Discussion Topic-Student Safety Mr. Heslep inquired to the video monitoring/alarms at Vasquez. Dr. Wagner reported that installation began during the Winter Break. High Desert has gathered proposals and is moving forward. Mr. Lorenze wanted to verify that the current district safety/disaster plans correlate with site plans. Emergency cards should be kept off site as well. Brian Sloane suggested the possibility of a student led emergency response team. It was discussed that community members and school sites would be involved. The topic of media staff taking pictures. There was discussion on structural ways to impede visitors from entering the campuses without first checking in the office. Consideration should be made in the planning of entrances and exits in order to secure campuses. Ms. Oberhansley brought up the issue of “school yard bullies”. She felt it is very important to relay the message that bullied children cannot be ignored. Perhaps “peer counselors” could wear certain color clothing (i.e. a vest) that students could easily identify and go to when they have a problem. Next meeting will focus on the topic of “Behavior/Dicipline”

1.8. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A member of the public spoke about the district’s non used portables. Two members of the public proposed holding a series of specific study sessions focusing on solutions for district challenges regarding facilities, academics, staffing. A suggestion was made to solicit members of a committee through the Country Journal. The function of the committee would be to identify areas of improvement for the district. Members with different expertise would help to work for solutions. Their theme would be “Evolution toward Excellence”. Dr. Wagner will talk to the Board and group about future dates.

COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC

2.0 CONSENT AGENDA

2.1 .Motion that the Consent Agenda items be approved with the following exceptions: Pull Item 2.5 and Item 2.20 for a separate vote.

2.2 Approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on December 9, 2004 and Special Board Meeting held on December 21, 2004.

2.3 Approve Purchase Order Report #04-05.9

2.4 Accept Warrant Register Report

2.6 Approve Requests to Use Facilities

2.7 Approve donation of the following item: None

2.8 Ratify the renewal of the Scotsman lease for portable buildings.

2.9 Adopt retirement of Elva “Cookie” Fessler, Effective the last day of the 2004-2005 school year.

2.10 Approve contract with Lozano Smith Legal Firm for legal services as needed.

2.11 Approve spring coaches as follows: Bob James, Head Baseball Coach, VHS Kaye Bruns, Head Softball Coach, VHS Tim Jorgensen, Head Boy’s Volleyball Coach, VHS

2.12 Approve contract for participation in the juvenile court liaison program

2.13 Approve resolution #04-05.13 Adopting Supplementary Uniform Compliant Procedures

2.14 Approve Jennifer Noga as an alternate member to the Santa Clarita Valley Food Services Joint Power Authority Board

2.15 Approve Jennifer Noga as an alternate participant for the SIRMA I and SIRMA II board meetings

2.16 Approve resolution #04-05.14 regarding annual accounting of developer fees for the 2003-2004 school year

2.17 Approve Inland Inspections and Consulting Contract for inspection services on the manufacturing end of the restroom facilities to be installed at Meadowlark and High Desert Schools

2.18 Approve Perkins Grant Application

2.19 Approve resignation of Stacey Bailey with corrected effective date of December 17, 2004 2.21 Ratify employment of William DeHart, Teacher at Agua Dulce School

Moved by Mr. Harbeson Seconded by Ms. Oberhansley Motion carried (5/0/0)

Motion that Consent Agenda items 2.5 and 2.20 be approved with a note that the district will be reviewing football coaches stipends by sending a survey to other school we play in our league in regards to how many coaches they use. 2.5 Payment of Stipends: Jeff Eastman, Asst Football Coach, Sports VHS, $1433 Mike Bline, Asst Football Coach, Sports, VHS, $1433 Josh Henderson, Asst Football Coach, Sports, VHS, $1433 Merridith Edison, Outdr. Sci Tchr, General HD, $533 Stacy Gunnip, Outdr Sci Tchr, General, HD, $854 Joan Millar, Outdr Sci Tchr, General, HD, $533 Jan Luxmore, BTSA Supp. Prov., BTSA/PAR, ML,$3500 Kathy Sloan, Hd. Coach Crs Cntry, Sports, VHS, $1102 Mark Chester, Asst Football Coach, Sports, VHS, $1508 Frank Nelson, Ast Football Coach, Sports, VHS, $1508 Tim Jorgensen, Asst Football Coach, Sports, VHS, $1508 Tim Evert, Hd Football Coach, Sports, VHS, $2610 Kenny Heslep, Vollybl Coach, Sports, VHS, $1102 (ratify) 2.20 Approve service agreement for STAR (Success Through Awareness and Resistance) program with the sheriff’s department Moved by Mr. Harbeson Seconded by Ms. Oberhansley Motion carried (3/2/0)

3.0 CORRESPONDENCE/PROPOSAL/REPORTS

3.1 Report by Superintendent

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

Dr. Wagner was pleased to announce that the Portable Relocation Project was approved by the State. Hats off to everyone that was involved. The district will proceed with the project by closing bids on January 31st. The project should be completed in May or June. Dr. Wagner welcomed Sharon Millen as the Interim Principal to Vasquez High School. She also presented a plaque to Mr. Rosell

3.2 Report by Principals and Staff

PRINCIPAL AND STAFF REPORTS

Mr. Lorenze talked about the school reading at the flag pole at 8:00 a.m. and the accelerated reader quizzes. Many students are passing and their names are read to all the students. GATE is in its second session by Ms. Rosenberg 3.3 Transportation Report Ms. Noga stated that she has conducted interviews for the position of bus driver. A new driver will start 1/3/05.

TRANSPORTATION REPORT

3.4 Report from Employee Organizations

EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION REPORT

P. Jacobson noted the death of custodian Tim Nolan.

3.5 Report by Student Representative B. Sloan reported that 65 people attended the blood drive today. There were 51 usable units. He thanked the district for providing transportation. There will be a “Slipper Drive” with Mayflower Gardens. The deadline is Friday 12/18.

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE REPORT

3.6 Report from Town Councils

TOWN COUNCIL REPORTS

NO REPORT

3.7 Reports by Board Members

BOARD MEMBER REPORTS

Ms. Oberhansley informed everyone of new VHS comedy play dates, 1/14,15 & 16. She also noted that the California School Boards Association Conference was great. B. Sloan will conduct a survey to determine what students would like to see improved at the high school.

3.8 Discussion by Board Members

BOARD MEMBER DISCUSSION

Kathy discussed the ball parks project and a possibility of a co-op with the county for a gym as a joint use project.

3.9 Special Report: Library Report The library project funding application was successful. Ground breaking must take place within 18 months.

LIBRARY REPORT

4.0 DISTRICT ORGANIZATION AND BOARD OPERATIONS

4.1 The Board received an Enrollment Report from Dr. Wagner

ENROLLMENT REPORT

Agua Dulce

High Desert

Meadowlark

Vasquez

December Student Count

356

547

482

564

Other Programs

Preschool 6

Success Academy 20

Total

362

547

482

584

November enrollment

361

561

486

582

#Increase or Decrease since last month

+1

-14

-4

+2

October 2004 CBEDS Count

352

558

488

588

#Increase or Decrease since CBEDS

(Does not include preschool” +4

-11

-6

-4

4.2 The board received a report from Dr. Wagner regarding the possible purchase of portable buildings, and the impact of these purchases on future construction. For every portable purchased means that much less funds for building costs. The district needs to think seriously before purchasing. Mr. Heslep inquired about using the portable we currently have but are not using. Dr. Wagner noted that portables currently not in use at Acton School would be moved to High Desert and Meadowlark sites within the next few months.

PORTABLE BUILDINGS REPORT

4.3 Approve the recommendations of the administrative hearing panel, relative to students #04-05.3, 04-05.4 and 04-05.5. ITEM DELETED.

STUDENT EXPULSIONS 04-05.3, 04-05.4, 04-05.5

5.0 INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM AND STUDENT ACTIVITIES

5.1 The Board received a report from Sue Kent, designee for Mr. Rosell, Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Report was regarding district programs for English Learners. Ms. Kent reported on testing, programs and materials.

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION REPORT

6.0 PERSONNEL

6.1 Motion to accept resignation of Stacy Bailey, science teacher, Vasquez High School, Effective once a suitable replacement has been hired and is in place. Moved by Mr. Harbeson Seconded by Mr. Heslep Motion carried (3/0/0) 6.2 Motion to accept resignation of Jenny Prisaznik, Account Clerk. Moved by Mr. Harbeson Seconded by Ms. Oberhansley Motion carried (3/0/0) 6.3 Motion to accept employment of Polly Bishop, Account Clerk. Moved by Mr. Harbeson Seconded by Ms. Oberhansley Motion carried (3/0/0)

CERTIFICATED EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFED EMPLOYMENT

7.0 BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

7.1 Dr. Wagner gave an update on the Scotsman Contract. The cost is $435 per month per portable. The district is waiting to sign this contract because we do not yet have close-out documents on the Scotsman portables. 7.2 The board received the First Interim Report presented by Jennifer Noga, Director of Business Operations. 7.3 Motion to approve First Interim Report for 2004-2005 school year. Moved by Mr. Heslep Seconded by Ms. Oberhansley Motion carried (3/0/0) 7.4 Dr. Wagner has reported that everything has been submitted to the state for approval specifications on the Vasquez Gym. We are waiting for a list of necessary repairs.

SCOTSMAN CONTRACT REPORT FIRST INTERIM REPORT 2004-2005 SCHOOL YEAR APPROVE FIRST INTERIM REPORT 2004-2005 SCHOOL YEAR VASQUEZ GYM UPDATE

8.0 FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

Following the Completion of the Developer Fee Study: 1. Regional Planning 2. Public Hearing on Developer Fee Increase to Statutory Rates.

9.0 CALENDAR 9.1

12/20-12/31 1/13 1/27

Holiday – Thanksgiving Board Meeting Board Meeting

CALENDAR

10.0 CLOSED SESSION

10.1 NO CLOSED SESSION

CLOSED SESSION

11.0 ADJOURNMENT

ADJOURNMENT

11.1 Motion to adjourn the Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees at ____p.m.., Tuesday, December 14, 2004.

Moved by Mr. Harbeson Seconded by Ms. Oberhansley Motion carried (3/0/0)

Respectfully submitted, __________________________________ SECRETARY TO THE BOARD

PRESIDENT

VICE PRESIDENT

CLERK

MEMBER

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