SOUTH BAY UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT Imperial Beach, California MINUTES of the REGULAR BOARD MEETING of FEBRUARY 14, 2019 1. PRELIMINARY REGULAR BOARD MEETING CALL TO ORDER: By President Quinones at 6:00 PM in Burress Auditorium at 601 Elm Avenue, Imperial Beach, California. ROLL CALL: Present: Trustees Amaral, Barrios, Doyle Elliott-Sanders, and Quinones. Superintendent Katie McNamara and others present: (See Exhibit). PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Students Johan Colmenares and Keyani Dawes led the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. SCHOOL REPORT Principal Marla Fernandez shared information on Nicoloff School, including student achievement data, school culture, parent engagement, school events, and facilities improvements. Principal Rick Oser presented the goals of Berry School, Dashboard data, student achievement trends, and future focus areas. 3. ACCLAMATIONS FROM THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Trustee Elliott-Sanders discussed the Board s visit to Oneonta School. She thanked Teachers Ron Wagner and Liliana Galiano for their work to establish a choir. Trustee Doyle described her experience during the Board visit to Oneonta School. She thanked the Berry team for honoring Black History month and recognized the choir for their performance. Trustee Amaral thanked the choir students for their performance. He congratulated the District s Employees of the Year. Trustee Quinones discussed the Board s visit to Oneonta and the warm environment at the site. She described the Employees of the Year celebration and recognized the honorees. She thanked the Berry team for the choir performance. Trustee Barrios described his experience during the site visit to Oneonta and recognized the positive culture at the school. He thanked the choir and Principals Fernandez and Oser for their presentations. He congratulated the Employees of the Year. 4. REPORT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION President Quinones announced that Closed Session had been cancelled. 5. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA None. 6. APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA Motion by Trustee Elliott-Sanders, Second by Trustee Barrios to approve the February 14, 2019 Board Meeting agenda as posted. Vote on Motion: Ayes-Trustees Amaral, Barrios, Doyle, Elliott-Sanders, and Quinones; Noes-None; Abstain-None; Absent-None. Motion Carried.
7. COMMUNICATIONS TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Teacher Vanessa Barrera discussed the certificated evaluation system and the notices of non-reelection. She described alleged violations of the evaluation agreement and contract language. She asked the Board to not accept the probationary teacher resignations until all evaluators adhere to the established agreements. Superintendent Katie McNamara wished everyone a happy Valentine s Day. She thanked Principals Fernandez and Oser for their presentations. She shared her feelings about the touching choir performance. She celebrated the Battle of the Books program at Nicoloff. She discussed several recent events, including Board Working Together and the New Trustee Institute. She congratulated the Employees of the Year and thanked Human Resources for their hosting of the annual celebration. She recognized Black History month and shared her hope that all cultures can be celebrated all the time, not just during specified months. She wished everyone the best for the holiday weekend. 8. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Community member Melanie Ellsworth discussed the Battle of the Books at Nicoloff and the outstanding selection of books. She shared some of the titles of the books and described their important cultural messages. Parent Joseph Viveiros shared his feelings about Trustee Amaral taking the knee during the Pledge of Allegiance in the presence of students. He questioned Trustee Amaral s focus on unions and encouraged him to instead focus on students. 9. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS Public Hearing - Composition of Potential Trustee Voting Areas Associated with the District s Transition to a By-Trustee Area Election System in Advance of the Preparation of Draft Trustee Voting Area Plans by the District s Demographer Deputy Superintendent Cindy Wagner introduced Justin Levitt from National Demographics Corporation for a presentation. Mr. Levitt presented information on the California Voting Rights Act, the districting process, defining communities of interest, demographics, and map development. Ms. Wagner requested conduct of a Public Hearing to receive public testimony concerning the composition of potential trustee voting areas associated with the District s transition to a by-trustee area election system in advance of the preparation of draft trustee voting area plans by the District s demographer. Trustee Elliott-Sanders asked how this change affects sitting Board Members and grandfathering those seats. Mr. Levitt indicated that current Trustees will complete their terms regardless of Trustee Areas. The Trustee Areas take effect as the first election is held in those Trustee Areas. Trustee Elliott-Sanders asked about the membership of the County Committee. Mr. Levitt stated that the County Committee, officially known as the County Committee on School District Organization, is the San Diego County School Board. He stated that any time a district changes their election system or district boundaries, this Committee must approve these changes. Trustee Elliott-Sanders asked what determines which Trustee Areas will be selected for the 2020 election and which Trustee Areas will be selected for the 2022 election. Mr. Levitt stated that the County Committee makes that
decision. However, based on past decisions, we can make some predications. First, if there is any Trustee Area with only one Trustee in it or if there are multiple Trustees in the same election year, it s automatically on that year. Second, if there are two Trustees on different cycles, they would place them on the election in the later of the two years. Third, if there are any vacant seats and there is a question of what year they would be up in, they randomly choose the election year. Trustee Elliott-Sanders asked if there is any other way for the community to give feedback than at Public Hearings. Mr. Levitt indicated that District staff are starting the process for public input to include maps for review and comment cards for school sites and public facilities. Trustee Doyle asked about maps developed by the community and if they will be provided the data necessary to do so. Mr. Levitt stated that District staff are working on materials for the public and stated that his company can provide Public Participation kits at an additional cost. Trustee Doyle asked for confirmation that the South Bay Board ultimately decides on the map. Mr. Levitt confirmed that the Board will make a selection of a map and make a recommendation to the County Committee for approval. After the first change in election systems, future revisions do not need to be submitted to the County Committee. Public Hearing called to order at 7:39 PM. Teacher Vanessa Barrera asked if future Public Hearings will be held during the day to allow for more parent participation. Parent Joseph Viveiros stated that the public should determine the Trustee Areas to avoid Board Members designing maps to their own benefit. The Public Hearing was adjourned at 7:41 PM. Governance Documents - First and Final Reading Superintendent Katie McNamara presented the Governance Documents and requested approval for First and Final Reading. Motion by Trustee Elliott-Sanders, Second by Trustee Amaral to approve the Governance Documents for First and Final Reading. Vote on Motion: Ayes- Trustees Amaral, Barrios, Doyle, Elliott-Sanders, and Quinones; Noes-None; Abstain-None; Absent-None. Motion Carried. The meeting was recessed at 7:42 PM. The meeting reconvened at 7:47 PM. Resolution 19-001 Superintendent Katie McNamara discussed the need for adequate funding for education and requested adoption of Resolution 19-001 calling for Full and Fair Funding of California's Public Schools. Trustee Amaral asked that either the Resolution be amended, or the Board create its own Resolution, to include language reading, Whereas the South Bay Union School District priorities the equitable pay of our workers and strives to have our employees compensated with dignified salaries and benefits. He additionally suggested a flyer, including the language he indicated, for distribution during CSBA Legislative Action Day.
Motion by Trustee Amaral, Second by Trustee Elliott-Sanders to adopt Resolution 19-001 calling for Full and Fair Funding of California's Public Schools. Vote on Motion: Ayes-Trustees Amaral, Barrios, Doyle, Elliott-Sanders, and Quinones; Noes- None; Abstain-None; Absent-None. Motion Carried. Balloting for California School Boards Association Delegate Assembly Seats Superintendent Katie McNamara requested that the Board cast a ballot for no more than seven candidates to fill the vacant Region 17 CSBA Delegate Assembly seats. Motion by Trustee Elliott-Sanders, Second by Trustee Amaral. Trustee Elliott- Sanders nominated Maria Betancourt-Castaneda, Stephen Cochrane, and Leslie Ray Bunker and Trustee Amaral nominated Rodolfo Lopez to fill the vacant Region 17 CSBA Delegate Assembly seats. Vote on Motion: Ayes-Trustees Amaral, Barrios, Doyle, Elliott-Sanders, and Quinones; Noes-None; Abstain-None; Absent- None. Motion Carried. Low Performing Student Block Grant Expenditure Plan Deputy Superintendent Cindy Wagner presented the amended Low Performing Student Block Grant Expenditure Plan and requested adoption. Trustee Amaral shared his calculation of expenses and asked about the plan for the unaccounted for amount. Ms. Wagner stated that all expenditures are preliminary only and all costs are low estimates. Motion by Trustee Doyle, Second by Trustee Elliott-Sanders to adopt the amended Low Performing Student Block Grant Expenditure Plan. Vote on Motion: Ayes- Trustees Amaral, Barrios, Doyle, Elliott-Sanders, and Quinones; Noes-None; Abstain-None; Absent-None. Motion Carried. 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 Student Calendars Assistant Superintendent Kim Phifer presented the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 Student Calendars and requested adoption. Motion by Trustee Doyle, Second by Trustee Barrios to adopt 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 Student Calendars. Vote on Motion: Ayes-Trustees Amaral, Barrios, Doyle, Elliott-Sanders, and Quinones; Noes-None; Abstain-None; Absent-None. Motion Carried. Resolution 19-006 Assistant Superintendent Kim Phifer requested adoption of Resolution 19-006 regarding non-reelection and release of temporary certificated employees and direction to notify affected employees of recommendation of non-reelection and release. Motion by Trustee Elliott-Sanders, Second by Trustee Doyle to adopt Resolution 19-006 regarding non-reelection and release of temporary certificated employees and direction to notify affected employees of recommendation of non-reelection and release. Trustee Amaral asked to consider the previously shared public comments. Ms. Phifer indicated that these are employees on temporary contracts. Trustee Amaral asked for clarification if these were the positions commented on by the
representative of SWTA. Ms. Phifer clarified that these were different, temporary positions. Vote on Motion: Ayes-Trustees Barrios, Doyle, Elliott-Sanders, and Quinones; Noes-None; Abstain-Trustee Amaral; Absent-None. Motion Carried. 10. CONSENT CALENDAR Motion by Trustee Barrios, Second by Trustee Doyle to approve/ratify/accept/adopt all items on the Consent Calendar as posted, amended, and listed below. Vote on Motion: Ayes-Trustees Amaral, Barrios, Doyle, Elliott-Sanders, and Quinones; Noes-None; Absent-None. Motion Carried. Minutes of the Regular and Special Board Meetings on January 17 and January 23, 2019. The Attention2Attendance Software and Services Agreement with School Innovations & Achievement. Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures Report for the 2nd Quarter. School district warrants and checks as listed. Purchase Orders listed on Purchase Order Report 8. Resolution 18-056 designating authorized representatives to San Diego County Schools Fringe Benefits Consortium for fringe benefits programs. The Comprehensive School Safety Plan. Donations as listed. The Certificated and Classified Activity Lists. 11. COMMUNICATION FROM BOARD OF TRUSTEES Trustee Amaral indicated that he stands up to bullying and wanted to address the public. Trustee Quinones asked Trustee Amaral to direct his comments to his Board colleagues. Trustee Amaral stated that he is a puppet to the movement of class equity and is not a puppet to any union. He indicated that he is committed to a world where unions are no longer needed so that the world is truly equitable and inclusive for all workers. He shared his work history. He addressed his reasons for taking a knee during the Pledge and his decision to not take the knee when he is concerned for his safety. He reiterated his respect and support for teachers. Trustee Doyle commended the administrators for the touching and unique ways they honored the certificated and classified staff at the Employees of the Year event. Trustee Elliott-Sanders spoke about one of her heroes and the struggles he has faced her husband, Raleigh Sanders. Trustee Barrios recognized the attendees for participating in the Board Meeting. He thanked VIP Village Preschool for the Valentine s Day artwork. Trustee Quinones thanked the Board Members for their remarks and for sharing positive feelings about South Bay. She discussed the recent workshop she attended in New Orleans. She described the Imperial Beach City Council meeting and the participation of Trustee Amaral and Assistant Superintendent Janea Marking during public comments. She thanked the Executive Team, the teachers, and the public for attending the Board Meeting.
12. ADJOURNMENT The Regular Board Meeting was adjourned at 8:25 PM. SUBMITTED BY: APPROVED BY: Katie McNamara, District Superintendent/Date Mary Doyle, Clerk/Date