December 11, 2018

Monterey Peninsula Unified School District

Organizational Board Meeting

December 11, 2018 5:30 PM

 

District Services Center
540 Canyon Del Rey, Del Rey Oaks, CA
https://montereypeninsula.agendaonline.net/public/

 

Attendance Taken at 5:30 PM:
Present:   
Timothy Chaney
Debra  Gramespacher
Dr. Jonathan Hill
Thomas Jennings
Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Alana Myles
Wendy  Root Askew
 

1. OPENING BUSINESS

I.a. Call Public Session to Order - President Alana Myles  
Minutes:
Board President Alana Myles called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.

I.b. Roll Call   
Minutes:
Board Members Present: Tim Chaney, Debra Gramespacher, Dr. Jon Hill, Tom Jennings, Alana Myles and Wendy Root Askew.
Late Arrivals: Dr. Bettye Lusk arrived at 5:35 p.m.
Staff Present: Ryan Altemeyer, Bijou Beltran, Dr. PK Diffenbaugh, Marci McFadden, Cresta McIntosh and Beth Wodecki. 

I.c. Adopt Agenda  
Motion Passed:   Passed with a motion by Dr. Jonathan Hill and a second by Thomas Jennings. 
Yes      Timothy Chaney
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Absent Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew

Minutes:
The Board APPROVED the agenda. 

I.d. Identify Closed Session Topics of Discussion (Please refer to the list of items identified in Agenda Section II, below.)    

54956. CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
       II.a. Anticipated/Possible Litigation - Conference with and/or Receive Advice from Legal Counsel - Anticipated/Possible Litigation - Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) G.C. 54956.9
       II.b. Conference with Labor Negotiator (G.C. 54957.6) Bijou Beltran, Agency Negotiator. California School Employees Association, Monterey Bay Teachers Association, and Unrepresented Employees 
       II.c. Conference with Real Property Negotiator (Gov. Code section 54956.8)    
       II.d. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release (Gov. Code section 54957) 
       II.e. Public Employee Appointment (Gov. Code section 54957) 
       
       

III. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD RE CLOSED SESSION ITEMS  
Minutes:
There were no public comments regarding closed session items. 

III.a. Immediately Adjourn to Closed Session   
Minutes:
The Board ADJOURNED to Closed Session at 5:34 p.m.

1. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
   
   

IV.a. Adjourn Closed Session and Reconvene Open Session      
 Minutes:
The Board ADJOURNED from Closed Session and RECONVENED in Open Session at 6:30 p.m.

IV.b. Pledge of Allegiance  
Minutes:
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Tim Chaney.

IV.c. Report From Closed Session (Action): 
Minutes:
No action was taken in closed session. 

1. PUBLIC COMMENT
   Minutes:
   MBTA President Tom Grych shared the District is having conversations have begun regarding 8 period day.

Ryan Altemeyer introduced Paul Anderson, Senior Director of Capitol Facilities, who will be overseeing the Bond program. Mr. Anderson thanked the Board for being back in his neighborhood and is happy to help the local community with the Bond program.
Marina High School Principal Rebecca Tyson thanked the community for the Inaugural Mentorship Program for Marina High School Sophomores. Mrs. Tyson shared Marina High School had 50-60 community members mentor the sophomores once a month. Mrs. Tyson thanked the District and everyone's support. 

1. PUBLIC AGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
   Minutes:
   There were no public agency communications. 

VII. PRESENTATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/STUDENT BD MBR RPTS/MILITARY LIAISONS  

VII.a. Recognize Board Member Tim Chaney for Years of Service  
Minutes:
The Board and Superintendent recognized Tim Chaney for his years of service. Mr. Chaney thanked the Board and the Superintendent for the recognition and shared it was a pleasure to work with them. 

VII.b. Administer Oath of Office to Alana Myles, Tom Jennings, Dr. Bettye Lusk and Dr. Amanda Whitmire  
Minutes:
Alana Myles administered the Oath of Office to Tom Jennings, Dr. Bettye Lusk and Dr. Amanda Whitmire.
Tom Jennings administered the Oath of Office to Alana Myles. 

VII.c. Short Recess to Honor Tim Chaney & Welcome Dr. Amanda Whitmire  
Minutes:
The Board took a short recess to honor Tim Chaney and welcome Dr. Amanda Whitmire. 

VII.d. Student Board Members Report  
Minutes:
Marina High School student Leanne Bagood, Central Coast High School Kiara Valdez, Seaside High School Xilonem Perez and Monterey High School Jocelyn Rojas gave their reports to their respective schools. 

VII.e. Status Report from Military Liaison   
Minutes:
There were not Military Liaisons present. 

VIII. ORGANIZATION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION  

VIII.a. Election of President  
Motion Passed:  Elect Board President.  Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Dr. Bettye  Lusk. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

Minutes:
Dr. PK Diffenbaugh presented. Tom Jennings was nominated Board President. 

 

VIII.b. Election of Clerk Vice-President  
Motion Passed:  Elect Clerk Vice-President. Passed with a motion by Dr. Bettye  Lusk and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire
 
Minutes:
Board President Tom Jennings present. Dr. Jon Hill was nominated Vice President. 

VIII.c. Appointment of Executive Secretary to the Board of Education  
Motion Passed:  Appoint Executive Secretary.  Passed with a motion by Alana Myles and a second by Dr. Bettye  Lusk. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

Minutes:
Board President Tom Jennings presented. Dr. PK Diffenbaugh was nominated to be the Executive Secretary to the Board of Education. 

VIII.d. Discuss and Approve Appointments of Board Representatives and Alternates to Various Organizations/Subcommittees   
Motion Passed:  Approve Appointments of Board Representatives and Alternates to Various Organizations/Subcommittees.  Passed with a motion by Dr. Jonathan Hill and a second by Dr. Bettye  Lusk. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire
 
Minutes:
Dr. PK Diffenbaugh presented. Debra Gramespacher requested the Board representatives to various organizations report to the Board possibly during the part of the agenda "Communications From Board Members." The Board representatives are as follows.

 

 

Community Human Services - Board representative Alana Myles. Alternate Wendy Root Askew.
Mission Trails Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement (JPA) Board representative Debra Gramespacher. Alternate Dr. Amanda Whitmire.
Monterey County School Boards Association - Board representative Dr. Bettye Lusk. Alternate Dr. Jon Hill.
Access Monterey Peninsula - Board Representative Wendy Root Askew. Alternate Tom Jennings.
Board Policy Committee
Trustee Area 1 - Wendy Root Askew. Alternate Tom Jennings.
Trustee Area 2 - Debra Gramespacher. Alternate Dr. Bettye Lusk.
Trustee Area 3 - Dr. Amanda Whitmire. Alternate Dr. Jon Hill.
Mrs. Gramespacher requested the District have a Board Policy Committee meeting calendar or quarterly scheduled meetings. 

VIII.e. Discuss and Approve Signatures of Board Representatives, Effective December 2018 to December 2019  

Motion Passed:  Approve the attached list of authorized signatures of District staff members to sign official documents on behalf of the Board of Education, as presented.  Passed with a motion by Dr. Bettye  Lusk and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

Minutes:
Dr. PK Diffenbaugh presented. 

1. CONSENT AGENDA
   Minutes:
   The Board APPROVED the Consent Agenda.
   
   

IX.a. Approve November 13, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Minutes  

Motion Passed:  Approve November 13, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Minutes, as presented.  Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.b. Approve November 27, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Minutes

Motion Passed:  Approve November 27, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Minutes, as presented.  Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.c. Approve Contract with Reading Writing Project Network, LLC for Units of Study in Writing Conference at Olson Elementary School on January 8, 2019.  Cost Not to Exceed $3,500 for this New Contract  

Motion Passed:  Approve Contract with Reading Writing Project Network, LLC for Units of Study in Writing Conference at Olson Elementary School on January 8, 2019 as presented. Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.d. Approve Contract with Paper Wing Theatre for After School Musical Production at Foothill Elementary. Cost Not to Exceed $6,000 for this New Contract  

Motion Passed:  Approve Contract with Paper Wing Theatre for After School Musical Production at Foothill Elementary as presented. Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.e. Approve School-Wide Information Systems (SWISS SUITE) Software Licensing Agreement for Use of Positive Behavior Intervention System and Data Tracking at Crumpton and Olsen School Sites from December 12, 2018 through June 30, 2019.  Cost not to Exceed $700  

Motion Passed:  Approve School-Wide Information Systems (SWISS SUITE) Software Licensing Agreement for Use of Positive Behavior Intervention System and Data Tracking at Crumpton and Olsen School Sites from December 12, 2018 through June 30, 2019 as presented.   Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.f. Approve Attendance for Various Site Administrative Staff, District Office Staff and Recruitment Costs for Multiple Out of Area Recruitment Fairs from February-May, 2019. Not to exceed $20,000  

Motion Passed:  Approve Attendance for Various Site Administrative Staff, District Office Staff and Recruitment Costs for Multiple Out of Area Recruitment Fairs from February-May, 2019. Not to exceed $20,000 Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.g. Receive Donation from Schwab Charitable Foundation on Behalf of Colton Middle School After School Theatre in the Amount of $10,000  

Motion Passed:  Receive Donation from Schwab Charitable Foundation on Behalf of Colton Middle School After School Theatre in the Amount of $10,000 as presented. Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.h. Ratify Acceptance of the Monterey Peninsula Foundation Grant in the amount of $500 for Crumpton Elementary School Students to Visit the Chevron STEM ZONE. No Cost to District  

Motion Passed:  Ratify Acceptance of the Monterey Peninsula Foundation Grant for Crumpton Elementary School Students to Visit the Chevron STEM ZONE as presented. Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.i. Ratify Acceptance of the Monterey Peninsula Foundation Grant in the amount of $500 for Ord Terrace Elementary School Students to Visit the Chevron STEM ZONE. No Cost to District  

Motion Passed:  Ratify Acceptance of the Monterey Peninsula Foundation Grant for Ord Terrace Elementary School Students to Visit the Chevron STEM Zone as presented. Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.j. Ratify Submission of The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation Grant for Marina Vista Elementary School Music Programs in the Amount of $8,000  

Motion Passed:  Ratify Submission of The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation Grant for Marina Vista Elementary School Music Programs in the Amount of $8,000 Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.k. Ratify Submission of Turnaround Arts: California Community Engagement Grant in 2018-2019 for Folklorico Dance Instruction at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School in the Amount of $8,000  

Motion Passed:  Ratify Submission of Turnaround Arts: California Community Engagement Grant in 2018-2019 for Folklorico Dance Instruction at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School in the Amount of $8,000 as presented. Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.l. Ratify Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Justin Gordon for Monterey High School's Production of The Three Musketeers. Cost Not to Exceed $1,750  

Motion Passed:  Ratify Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Justin Gordon for Monterey High School's Production of The Three Musketeers, as presented. Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.m. Ratify Consultant Work Retired California State Teachers Retirement System Member Kellie Bernd Delivering Guided Reading Training to Del Rey Woods Elementary Teachers.  Cost Not to Exceed $2,890  

Motion Passed:  Ratify Consultant Work by Retired California State Teachers Retirement System Member Kellie Bernd Delivering Guided Reading Training to Del Rey Woods Elementary Teachers as presented. Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.n. Ratify Contract with the Arts Council for Monterey County for Visual Art Instruction for First and Second Grade Students at Highland and Monte Vista Elementary Schools.  Costs Not to Exceed $5,000 for this New Contract  

Motion Passed:  Ratify Contract with the Arts Council for Monterey County for Visual Art Instruction for First and Second Grade Students at Highland and Monte Vista Elementary Schools.  Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.o. Ratify Independent Contractor Agreement with Kyle Richlin for After School Theatre Instruction and Production at Walter Colton Middle School in 2018-2019.  Cost Not to Exceed $10,000 for this New Contract   

Motion Passed:  Ratify Independent Contractor Agreement with Kyle Richlin for After School Theatre Instruction and Production at Walter Colton Middle School in 2018-2019 as presented. Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.p. Ratify Master Institutional Services Agreement Between Massachusetts General Physicians Organization (MGPO) and Community Day School for November 1, 2018 to March 31, 2019. Cost Not to Exceed $12,000  

Motion Passed:  Ratify Master Institutional Services Agreement Between Massachusetts General Physicians Organization (MGPO) and Community Day School for November 1, 2018 to March 31, 2019, as presented. Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.q. Ratify Independent Contractor Services Agreement with University Corporation at Monterey Bay for Professional Development in the Areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math & Special Education.  Costs Not to Exceed $27,101.25 for this New Contract. Funds provided by Cal-Ed Program Grant  
Motion Passed:  Ratify Independent Contractor Services Agreement with University Corporation at Monterey Bay for Professional Development in the Areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math & Special Education as presented. Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

IX.r. Ratify Personnel Items  
Motion Passed:  Ratify Personnel Items as Presented Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

1. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION/ACTION

X.a. Nominate California School Boards Association Delegate Assembly Member  
Minutes:
Dr. PK Diffenbaugh presented.
Dr. Bettye Lusk motioned to table this item to add Kathryn Ramirez' biographical sketch and resume to the annotation and bring back to the Board at the December 18th Board meeting.

X.b. Discuss and Approve 2018-2019 Board Meeting Calendar and Board Retreat dates  
Motion Passed:  Approve 2018-2019 Board Meeting Calendar and Board Retreat dates.  Passed with a motion by Dr. Jonathan Hill and a second by Alana Myles. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire
Minutes:
Dr. PK Diffenbaugh presented. The Board APPROVED the 2018-2019 Board Meeting Calendar with the following AMENDMENT.

Dr. Jon Hill requested January 22nd be added/listed under "Board Retreats" heading at the bottom of the calendar.

X.c. Discuss and Approve the District's Five Year Measurable Outcomes  

Motion Passed:  Discuss and Approve the District's Five Year Measurable Outcomes, as presented.  Passed with a motion by Wendy  Root Askew and a second by Dr. Bettye  Lusk. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

Minutes:
Dr. PK Diffenbaugh presented. 

X.d. Discuss and Approve New Title I Designation for Olson Elementary School at No Cost to the District  

Motion Passed:  Discuss and Approve New Title I Designation for Olson Elementary School at No Cost to the District as presented. Passed with a motion by Dr. Jonathan Hill and a second by Dr. Bettye  Lusk. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

Minutes:
Cresta McIntosh presented. Conversation ensued. 

X.e. Discuss and Approve 2018-2019 First Interim Budget Report  

Motion Passed:   Approve 2018-2019 First Interim Budget Report as presented. Passed with a motion by Dr. Bettye  Lusk and a second by Wendy  Root Askew. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

Minutes:
Ryan Altemeyer presented. Conversation ensued. 

 

X.f. Discuss and Approve Change Order No. 2 for Avila Construction for the Marina High School New Gym Increment 1 Site Work Project.  Measure P Bond Cost of $30,409.34    
Motion Passed:  Discuss and Approve Change Order No. 2 for Avila Construction for the Marina High School New Gym Increment 1 Site Work Project, as presented. Passed with a motion by Dr. Jonathan Hill and a second by Wendy  Root Askew. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire
Minutes:
Ralph Caputo from RGM & Associates presented. Conversation ensued. Debra Gramespacher requested in the future that Board annotations say "Ratify" instead "Approve."

1. INFORMATION ITEMS

XI.a. Receive Teacher Residency Planning Update.  No Cost to District  
Minutes:
Christie Keiffer presented. Conversation ensued. 

XI.b. Discuss Next Round of Play Structure Replacements and Repairs with Miracle Playsystems for the Measure I Priority 1 Playground Upgrades.  Measure I Bond Cost Not to Exceed $2.5M    
Minutes:
Ralph Caputo from RGM & Associates presented. Conversation ensued. 

XI.c. Receive a Report Regarding the California School Board Association Equity Network  
Minutes:
Dr. PK Diffenbaugh, Dr. Bettye Lusk and Wendy Root Askew presented. Conversation ensued. Dr. Lusk and Mrs. Root Askew will reach out to Dr. Diffenbaugh to set up a meeting moving forward with CSBA's Equity Network planning. MBTA President Tom Grych expressed the need for conversations and training teachers and work in partnership with teacher voice, student voice and administration voice towards other options besides suspension. 

XI.d. Receive Information on Revised Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Exhibits    
Minutes:
Marci McFadden presented. Conversation ensued. 

XII. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT  
Minutes:
Superintendent Dr. PK Diffenbaugh gave his report and asked Seaside High School Student Board Representative Xilonem Perez to share her good news. Xilonem shared that she became a semifinalis for the GATES Scholarship. In March she will find out if she becomes a GATES Scholar. In addition, Xilonem shared received a full ride to Stanford University. Superintendent and the Board congratulated Xilonem and expressed how proud they are of her and thanked her for all she does for the School, District and her family. 

XIII. COMMUNICATION FROM BOARD MEMBERS  
Minutes:
Board members gave their reports. 

XIV. BOARD REQUEST(S) FROM BOARD MEMBERS  
Minutes:
Information item on Nutrition Services Program with the information of Board Policy, budget, debt forgiveness, fundraising to eliminate school lunch debt, provision two program, impact families are experiencing and choosing to dis-enroll from school lunch program and how utilization report per site. 
Suspension rates for secondary schools.

1. ADVANCE PLANNING

XV.a. Future Meetings  

XVI. ADJOURNMENT  

Motion Passed:   Passed with a motion by Dr. Jonathan Hill and a second by Dr. Bettye  Lusk. 
Yes      Debra  Gramespacher
Yes      Dr. Jonathan Hill
Yes      Thomas Jennings
Yes      Dr. Bettye  Lusk
Yes      Alana Myles
Yes      Wendy  Root Askew
Yes      Dr. Amanda Whitmire

Minutes:
The Board ADJOURNED the meeting at 9:46 p.m.