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CHULA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT

84 EAST "J" STREET • CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA 91910 • (619) 425-9600 EACH CHILD IS AN INDIVIDUAL OF GREAT WORTH

MINUTES BOARD OF EDUCATION

Regular Meeting February 14, 2018

6 P.M. Dr. Lowell J. Billings Board Room

Education Service and Support Center

ORDER OF BUSINESS

1. OPENING PROCEDURES

A. Call to Order

President Bunker called the meeting to order at 6:35P.M.

B. Roll Call

Members Present: Mrs. Leslie Ray Bunker, President Mrs. Laurie K. Humphrey, Vice President (Arrived at 8:22 P.M.) Mr. Armando Farias, Clerk Dr. Eduardo Reyes, Member Mr. Francisco Tamayo, Member

Members Absent: None.

Others Present: Dr. Francisco Escobedo, Superintendent (Arrived at 8:22 P.M.) Mr. Oscar Esquivel , Deputy Superintendent Mr. Matthew R. Tessier, Asst. Supt., Innovation and Instruction Dr. Jeffrey Thiel , Asst. Supt., Human Resources Mr. Anthony Millican, Director, Communications and Community Dev. Mrs. Theresa Villanueva, Director, Fiscal Services Mrs. Yolanda Lopez, Communications Supervisor Ms. Laura Casas, Communications Supervisor Mrs. Soreli M. Norton, Asst. to the Supt. and Board of Education Mrs. Araceli Vargas, Administrative Assistant II

Opening Procedures

CVESD/BOARD MEETING MINUTES 101 FEBRUARY 14, 2018

C. Pledge of Allegiance Led by Students from Arroyo Vista Charter, Hazel Goes Cook Elementary, Discovery Charter, John J. Montgomery Elementary, Robert L. Mueller Charter, and Burton C. Tiffany Elementary Schools

Students Natalia Sofia Cortez (Montgomery), Trinity Espinoza (Mueller Charter), Mateo Millan (Discovery Charter), Dominic Peralta (Tiffany), Alex Short (Arroyo Vista Charter), and Jadyn Stubblefield (Cook) led the Pledge of Allegiance and shared highlights about their respective schools.

School administrators accompanied the students to the meeting. The artwork displayed in the Dr. Lowell J. Billings Board Room was prepared by Arroyo Vista Charter, Cook Elementary, Discovery Charter, Montgomery Elementary, Mueller Charter, and Tiffany Elementary Schools.

President Bunker thanked the students and presented each with a Certificate of Appreciation and a stylus pen engraved with the District's name.

President Bunker thanked the audience for their patience waiting for the meeting to start, as the special Board meeting scheduled prior to the regular meeting took longer than anticipated. She also called for a moment of silence in honor of the victims of the Parkland, Florida, tragedy.

2. APPROVE AGENDA (Action)

Motion: TAMAYO, Second: FARfAS, Vote: UNANIMOUS

3. SPECIAL RECOGNITION, ORAL PRESENTATIONS, WRITTEN REPORTS, AWARDS, AND HONORS

A. Presentation of Newly Hired and Promoted Employees

There were no introductions.

B. Recognition of District Teacher Selected as Best Teacher/Professor in The Star News "Best of South County 2017" Reader's Poll

Mr. Tessier remarked that The Star News "Best of South County 2017" took place September-November 2017 and that residents of Bonita, National City, and Chula Vista voted on a variety of topics. He added that Heritage First Grade Teacher Monica Escalona was one of two South County "Best Teachers. " Mr. Tessier said that Ms. Escalona could not attend the meeting and that Language

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Presentations/ Awards


Development and Instruction Executive Director Emma Sanchez would accept a Certificate of Recognition on her behalf. He congratulated Ms. Escalona.

C. Recognition of District Staff Members for Efforts Related to the 2017-18 Federal Program Monitoring Review

Mr. Esquivel explained that recently, the California Department of Education completed a weeklong Federal Program Monitoring review at the District and at two schools and that he was proud to announce that the review resulted in "No Findings." He said this is a great achievement for the District, school staffs, and parents and that the Board wished to recognize a group of employees who were directly involved in the effort.

Mr. Esquivel introduced Benefits/Risk Management Director Anthony Carlton; Professional Development and Academic Coaching Director Rochelle Carroll; Principal Monica Castillo (Otay); Associate Principal Veronica Delgado (Rice); Special Education and Pupil Services Coordinator Eriberto "Eddie" lriqui; Student, Family, Community, and Instruction Services Director Nancy Kerwin; Principal Veronica Konkoly (Rice); Early Childhood Education Coordinator Noemy Oliveros; Early Childhood Education Director Rita Palet; Purchasing, Publications, and Warehouse Manager AnnMarie Pering; Coordinator Patricia Pimentel; Coordinator Nancy Rojas; Principal Monica Ruiz (Montgomery); Executive Director of Language Development and Instruction Emma Sanchez; and Fiscal Services Director Theresa Villanueva.

President Bunker presented each employee with a Certificate of Recognition .

Mr. Esquivel also acknowledged five other employees who could not attend the meeting: English Learner Services Supervisor Cecilia Chacon, Accounting Manager Bernadette Faustino, and Accountants Thomas Freires, Diane Reyes, and Timothy Sullivan.

D. Report on District Cohort Schools: Arroyo Vista Charter, Hazel Goes Cook Elementary, Discovery Charter, John J. Montgomery Elementary, Robert L. Mueller Charter, and Burton C. Tiffany Elementary for the 2016-17 School Year

Mr. Tessier introduced Principal Lead Patricia Roth (Arroyo Vista Charter), who presented Opus 9 cohort members: Principals Christopher Carroll (Tiffany) , Dr. Maureen Deluca (Mueller Charter), Sandy Du-Song (Discovery Charter), Gabriela Llamas (Cook) , and


Monica Ruiz (Montgomery); and Associate Principals Mary-Margaret Landers (Arroyo Vista), John Larkin (Mueller Charter), Robert Pollack (Discovery Charter, who is now Principal at Juarez-Lincoln), and Dr. Marisol Robledo (Mueller Charter) . The group presented a report on efforts to support Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) goals, results of the CAASPP, and efforts to support students' socialemotional and physical development. They also answered a variety of questions from Board Members.

Board Members thanked the presenters and commented on several aspects of the presentation.

E. Report on Achievement for District Target Populations: English Learners, Foster Youth, Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Students, and Students with Disabilities

Mr. Tessier explained that yearly, students take the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) that has transitioned into a way that California will assess the effectiveness of school districts through a five-by-five placement known as the California School Dashboard.

He addressed the way the state will assess all districts, gave examples that explained the process, and provided information on Dashboard placement for the District as well as District schools based on 2016-17 CAASPP results for target groups.

Board Members thanked Mr. Tessier for the report, asked questions that were answered by Mr. Tessier, and made comments regarding the information provided.

F. Report on Instructional Technology

Mr. Tessier introduced Instructional Technology and Media Services Coordinator Antwon Lincoln, who shared information regarding progress of the CVESDSHIFT Committee. Mr. Lincoln also introduced TEDxChula Vista, a local event organized with the goal of sharing ideas with the community. The event's theme is "Shift into Awareness," and it will take place on May 19 at Southwestern College.

Board Members thanked Mr. Lincoln for the presentation and commented on the information provided.

President Bunker called a recess at 8:12P.M. and reconvened at 8:22P.M. Vice President Humphrey and Dr. Escobedo joined the meeting upon reconvening.


4. COMMUNICATIONS TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION

A. Chula Vista Classified Employees Organization

Chula Vista Classified Employees Organization President Peter Zeitler wished everyone a Happy Valentine's Day and sent a Happy Anniversary message to his wife.

Mr. Zeitler spoke regarding the shortage of technology support for schools. He thanked the Facilities Department for finishing air conditioning projects in kitchens at Allen, Arroyo Vista Charter, Chula Vista Hills, Discovery Charter, Finney, and Vista Square. Mr. Zeitler Said the kitchen staffs asked him to convey their appreciation. Mentioned the next schools on the list are Castle Park, Rosebank, Eastlake and Olympic View along with ones that will be modernized-Harborside, Kellogg, and Montgomery. He told the Board he appreciates their support and that the work really makes a difference.

B. Chula Vista Educators

Chula Vista Educators (CVE) President Susan Skala wished the Board a Happy Valentine's Day. She provided them with a small Valentine's Day gift.

Ms. Skala invited Board Members to the "Working People's Day of Action" on February 24 and to the "Justice in Our Schools" workshop on Saturday March 3 and provided them with fliers to the events. She addressed site-based decision making, mentioning a few Board Policies and Administrative Regulations. Ms. Skala added that CVE wishes to work with the District to develop a comprehensive Districtwide list of acceptable site-based decisions.

5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS

Oral Communications provides the public with an opportunity to address the Board on non-agenda items. Speakers are requested to limit their remarks to five minutes. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each agenda item to 20 minutes. With Board consent, the President may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation depending on the topic and the number of persons wishing to be heard. No Board action can be taken.

None.

Communications to the Board

Oral Communications


6. APPROVE CONSENT CALENDAR (Action)

The following items listed under Consent Calendar are considered by the Board in one action. There will be no discussion on these items prior to the time the Board votes on the motion unless members of the Board, staff, or public request specific items to be discussed and/or removed from the Consent Calendar.

Before approval of the Consent Calendar, President Bunker pulled Item 6.B. , Section F, to be discussed separately.

Motion: HUMPHREY, Second: FARIAS, Vote: UNANIMOUS

A. Adopt Board of Education Meeting Minutes: Special and Regular Meetings January 17, 2018

B. Approve and/or Ratify Human Resources Items A Through M

Board Member Tamayo highlighted Mr. Esquivel's promotion, from Assistant Superintendent of Business Services and Support to Deputy Superintendent because it is well deserved and said he is proud to support it. He addressed Mr. Esquivel directly saying that Mr. Esquivel has done a great job in managing the District's money well and keeping the District fiscally safe.

Vice President Humphrey congratulated Mr. Esquivel and agreed with Board Member Tamayo, adding that besides doing a good job in keeping the District fiscally sound, Mr. Esquivel models professionalism and is an example of human kindness, generosity, and caring for others.

Clerk Farias added his congratulations and concurred with everything that was said. He remarked that Mr. Esquivel is very good at what he does but is also very humble, which is appreciated. Clerk Farias said Mr. Esquivel has helped him understand budget at a District level and also personally.

Mr. Esquivel thanked the Board for their support. Said that he is a Lauderbach cougar, so he goes way back in the District. Added that he appreciates working in the District and that having grown up in Chula Vista, he knows first-hand what the English Learners go through.

Dr. Thiel concurred with all the comments related to Mr. Esquivel. He said that a correction was necessary to reflect a change in the promotion effective date from January 15 to February 15, 2018.

Motion: TAMAYO, Second: REYES, Vote: UNANIMOUS

Consent Calendar

2017-18.58


C. Approve Year-Round Calendar for the 2018-19 School Year

D. Approve Modernization Calendar for the 2018-19 School Year

E. Approve Memorandum of Understanding with Chula Vista Educators Regarding Modernization for 2018

F. Approve Memorandum of Understanding with Chula Vista Classified Employees Organization Regarding Field Trip Assignments for Bus Drivers

G. Adopt Resolution Regarding Release of Administrative Employee 2017-18.59

H. Adopt Resolution Declaring March 2, 2018, as Read Across America 2017-18.60 Day in the Chula Vista Elementary School District

I. Ratify Agreement with the City of Chula Vista for Use of the Civic Center Library Multipurpose Room for the Period of January 23, 2018, Through June 30, 2020

J. Ratify Memorandum of Agreement with the San Diego County Office of Education to Implement the San Diego Regional Consortium's After-School Education and Safety Program for the 2017-18 School Year

K. Approve First Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement with the South Bay Family YMCA for the After-School Education and Safety Program for the 2017-18 School Year

L. Approve Agreement with the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency for Self-Sufficiency Programs for the Period of February 15, 2018, Through June 30, 2022

M. Approve Submission of Application to the City of Chula Vista for the Community Development Block Grant for the 2018-19 School Year

N. Approve Renewal of Bid No. 16/17-6 for Student Charter Transportation Services to Royal Lines Charters, LLC.; San Diego Scenic Tours, Inc.; Sun Diego Charter Company; Sundance Stage Lines Inc.; and Wess Transportation Services, Inc. for the Period of February 18, 2018, Through February 17, 2019

0 . Adopt Resolution Authorizing Utilization of the Irvine Unified School 2017-18.61 District Bid No. 2017/2018-1FA for Furniture and Equipment #2 for the Period of February 15, 2018, Through June 30, 2018


P. (1) Approve Change Order in the Amount of $4,534 to South Coast Heating & Air Conditioning, L.P.; and

(2) Approve Acceptance of Work and Notice of Completion to Replace Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Equipment for Myrtle S. Finney and Silver Wing Elementary Schools; and Provide Cafeteria Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Equipment for Arroyo Vista and Discovery Charter Schools, and Ella B. Allen, Chu la Vista Hills, and Vista Square Elementary Schools

Q . Approve Award of Proposal No. 17/18-1 for Student Transportation Management System to Treker for the Period of February 15, 2018, Through June 30, 2021

R. Approve Award of Bid No. 17/18-3 to South Coast Heating & Air Conditioning, L.P., for Removal, Replacement, and Additional Installation of Cafeteria Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning, and Exhaust System Equipment for Castle Park, Eastlake, Olympic View, and Rosebank Elementary Schools in the Amount of $206,920 for the Period of February 18, 2018, Through Completion of the Project

S. (1) Approve Award of Prime Bid Package Nos. 1, 2, 4, 6-8, and 10-14 to Various Contractors for the Modernization/Renovation of Harborside, Karl H. Kellogg, and John J. Montgomery Elementary Schools in the Amount of $21,341,442.41; and

(2) Approve Rejection of All Bids on Prime Bid Package Nos. 3, 5, and 9

T. Adopt Resolution Authorizing Utilization of the Hartford County Public 2017-18.62 Schools, Maryland, Contract No. 12-JLH-011 C Awarded to Cintas Corporation for Facil ities Solutions for the Period of February 15, 2018, Through March 31, 2019

U. Accept Donations 2017-18.63

V. Ratify Purchase Orders, Warrants, and Checks Written/Issued 2017-18.64 Through January 31, 2018

W. Approve and/or Ratify lnservice/Travel Requests 2017-18.65

X. Approve and/or Ratify Requests for Use of District Facilities 2017-18.66


7. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Conduct Public Hearing to Receive Input on Second Collective Negotiations Proposal from the Chula Vista Educators to the Chula Vista Elementary School District for the 2018-19 School Year

Dr. Thiel remarked that a public hearing was required to receive input on a second negotiations proposal from CVE, adding that CVE requested that Article 4 Organizational Security and Article 38 Employee Discipline be added to the list of articles that were opened at the January Board meeting.

President Bunker opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to be heard.

Ms. Skala explained why CVE requested to open the two articles.

President Bunker closed the public hearing.

8. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION ITEMS

A. Cast Vote for Candidates for the 2018 Election of the California School Boards Association Region 17 Delegate Assembly

Dr. Escobedo said the California School Boards Association (CSBA) has asked members to vote for candidates for Delegate Assembly representatives for their respective regions. He added that there are 1 0 vacancies and that the Board could vote for as many candidates as they wished, but only up to 10 candidates.

Dr. Reyes motioned to vote for Clerk Farias and for Vice President Humphrey.

Motion: REYES, Second: TAMAYO, Vote: UNANIMOUS

9. FIRST AND SECOND READINGS, BOARD POLICIES, ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS, AND BOARD BYLAWS

None.

10. GENERAL INFORMATION ITEMS/REPORTS

A. Report Calendar to Board of Education

Public Hearings

Administrative Action Items

First and Second Readings

Information Items/Reports


Board Member Tamayo requested a report on progress of the MultiTiered Systems of Support Committee.

11. BOARD COMMUNICATIONS

Mrs. Bunker: • Said she was happy to recognize staff members for the Federal Program

Monitoring review and thanked them again for their efforts . Added that she also wanted to thank staff members who may not have been involved in the effort but who contribute every day to help the District work.

Mr. Farias: • Wished everyone a Happy Valentine's Day. • Thanked employees for what they do in support of the students, saying

it really takes a village to educate them.

Mrs. Humphrey: • Said she was happy to be at the Board meeting after attending a San

Diego County Office of Education Board meeting addressing the Pacific Springs Charter School's appeal of the Board decision to deny the charter petition. Added that she, along with Dr. Escobedo [and Research, Accountability, Evaluation, Analysis, and Instruction Executive Director] Ernesto Villanueva, shared the reason for the denial-the Board is not confident the charter can be implemented to the standards and rigor needed . Said Pacific Springs presented students, a teacher, and a couple of parents to try to negate the decision and that the matter is now in the hands of the county board, who will make a determination in March. Commented that it was interesting listening to Dr. Escobedo-who has a vested interest in charter schools and was a principal at one-as he provided data and evidence that showed the issue is not about "charter schools."

• Shared that she joined two retired principals in judging the speech contest at Halecrest, which was her last teaching assignment. Said it was great to return to the site.

• Remarked that it was great attending the joint boards meeting, where she was able to network and meet people who share common ground and the same issues.

• Said she visited Montgomery, was impressed with everything Principal Monica Ruiz is doing there, and that walking the campus is a delightful experience that she recommends. Added that Ms. Ruiz is very proud of her community and of the work they are doing.

• Said she also visited Tiffany, where she was impressed with the Three Reads across grade levels and how the teachers have the autonomy of implementing it their own way without straying from the rigor. Added that she liked the student work displayed and that it was a very nice visit.

Board Communications


Dr. Reyes: • Stated that the joint boards meeting was great as a first step since the

districts share the same families and students. Added that he believes they should all continue working together to meet the needs of all the families and that now the boards need to focus on next steps.

• Remarked that he visited Kellogg, talked to teachers, and walked through classrooms.

Mr. Tamayo: • Thanked everyone for attending and staying at the Board meeting on

Valentine's Day. • Said he attended Sweetwater Union High School District's State of the

District event. Commented that it was a great event, where students and their progress were highlighted and presented some projects going on at schools.

• Remarked that the Board participated in a joint meeting that also included board members from National, San Ysidro, South Bay Union, and Sweetwater Union High School Districts and Southwestern College. Said it was impressive to get all the board members together and that information was shared on activities happening in the districts and on interdistrict collaboration. Added that there are good strategies being developed and that the boards are looking at how students are progressing towards college. Commented that one of the Sweetwater trustees presented the idea of developing a central database to track foster kids, which can be shared among districts-since there is so much movement of foster students.

• Stated that he visited Otay's makerspace, the Tinker Tank. • Mentioned that he visited the Innovation Station, where he observed and

worked with McMillin students who were excited learning about code and making an LED blink.

12. SUPERINTENDENT'S COMMUNICATION

Dr. Escobedo: • Shared that the California Department of Education acknowledged three

District schools-Cook, Loma Verde, and Veterans-who are eligible to apply for a California Distinguished Schools award. Congratulated the staff members at the three schools and said they will complete applications in the near future.

• Congratulated Executive Director Gloria Ciriza, who was selected as "ACSA Region 18 Administrator of the Year." Also congratulated Ms. Sanchez, who was selected by business women in the region as "Woman of the Year." Said he would provide the Board with details regarding the award ceremonies when available.

Superintendent's Communication


13. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION

President Bunker adjourned to closed session at 8:52P.M. in accordance with the following:

Government Code Section 54957: Public Employee Discipline/ Dismissal/Release

Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1 ): Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation in Office of Administrative Hearings, Case No. 2017030569 for Student No. 154704

Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1 ): Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation in Office of Administrative Hearings, Case No. 2017120686 for Student No. 831760

Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2): Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation in Joint Powers Authority Claim No. 18-04864

14. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION

President Bunker reconvened to open session at 9:47P.M. and said that Clerk Farias would make an announcement.

Clerk Farias said that in closed session, the Board:

Approved the settlement agreement in Office of Administrative Hearings, Case No. 2017030569 for Student No. 154704

Motion: HUMPHREY, Second: TAMAYO Vote: Ayes: BUNKER, FARIAS, HUMPHREY, REYES, TAMAYO

Noes: NONE, Abstain: NONE

Approved the settlement agreement in Office of Administrative Hearings, Case No. 2017120686 for Student No. 831760

Motion: TAMAYO, Second: REYES Vote: Ayes: BUNKER, FARIAS, HUMPHREY, REYES, TAMAYO


Rejected the claim in Joint Powers Authority Claim No. 18-04864

Motion: TAMAYO, Second: HUMPHREY Vote: Ayes: BUNKER, FARIAS, HUMPHREY, REYES, TAMAYO


Closed Session

Open Session


15. ADJOURNMENT

President Bunker adjourned the meeting at 9:50 P.M.

THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE CHULA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS SCHEDULED ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2018, AT 6 P.M.

Adjournment

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