Meeting

Redlands Unified School District
Agenda
 
Mission Statement
 
The Redlands Unified School District, as a unifying agent of several unique communities rich in local history, culture, and tradition, is committed to preparing students to become productive participants in a diverse, multi-cultural, democratic society through quality education, high expectations, flexible programs, and innovative partnerships.  Our students will be empowered with the knowledge and commitment necessary to confront the challenges of our changing world as they become the leaders of the 21st century.
 
 
Board of Education
September 26, 2023
7:00 PM
Board Room, 25 West Lugonia Avenue, Redlands, CA
Open/Closed Session: 5:30 p.m., Board Room Annex
Open Session: 7:00 p.m. 

 
This meeting will also be livestreamed. You can view the meeting by accessing the following site:  www.redlandsusd.net/boardmeeting

You may also check the RUSD website: www.redlands.k12.ca.us for the link to join the meeting.

If you wish to submit a written public comment, please submit your comment to: [email protected] by 4:00 p.m. on September 25, 2023.  Comments received by this time will be provided to the Board of Education at or prior to the public comment portion of the agenda, and will be included in the published minutes of the meeting.  Any comments received after that time, will be held for the next Regular Meeting on October 10, 2023.

Public comments related to Closed Session Agenda Item must be identified in the subject line as “Closed Session Public Comment” for consideration prior to Closed Session.  All other public comments submitted will be considered during Open Session Public Comment.
 
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, disability-related modifications or accommodations, including auxiliary aids or services, in order to participate in the public meetings of the District's Governing Board, contact the District Superintendent in writing at Redlands Unified School District, P.O. Box 3008, Redlands, CA 92373-1508 or by email at [email protected].  Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the District to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accommodation and accessibility to this meeting.  Upon request, the District shall also make available this agenda and all other public records associated with this meeting in appropriate alternative formats for persons with disabilities.  Public records that are related to an open session agenda item and distributed less than 72 hours prior to a regular meeting are available for public inspection at the Redlands Unified School District Office, 20 West Lugonia, Redlands.

 
I.
OPEN SESSION
a.
ROLL CALL
b.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
II.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
a.
COMMUNITY INPUT
This is the time that members of the public will be provided an opportunity to directly address the Board about any item described under this Closed Session. Comments are limited to three [3] minutes or less.

Individuals with comments on any other subject matter within the Board's jurisdiction may address those during the regularly scheduled Public Comments sections later in the Agenda.
III.
ADJOURNMENT TO CLOSED SESSION
IV.
CLOSED SESSION
a.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE
b.
STUDENT MATTERS
V.
ADJOURNMENT TO OPEN SESSION
VI.
REGULAR MEETING - OPEN SESSION
a.
CALL TO ORDER

b.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

c.
MOMENT OF SILENCE

Alex Verhoeven– On Thursday, August 10, 2023 Alexander James Verhoeven, class of 2014, was in an accident on the freeway near Sacramento and did not survive.  Alexander was a 4 year member of the Redlands High School Football and Track & Field teams; and is the son of James and Karen Verhoeven.  James, RHS class of 1986, has been a history teacher at Redlands High School since 2001.  The family would appreciate your support in continuing the legacy of Alexander through a Memorial Scholarship with the Redlands Community Scholarship Foundation.

d.
ROLL CALL

e.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES

None.

VII.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
a.
COMMUNITY INPUT FOR AGENDIZED ITEMS
This is the time that any member of the public may address the Board on any agenda item before or during the Board's consideration of the item, provided the person submits a completed Registration Card to Address the Board form to the Clerk of the Board or his/her designee prior to the time the Chairperson calls the item for the Boards consideration. This is not meant to be a debating period. Complaints and problems relating to policy matters will be referred to the Superintendent. 
The person wishing to address the Board shall, when recognized by the Chairperson of the Board, step up to the podium/microphone and announce his/her name. The Chairperson shall, in the interest of facilitating the business of the Board, limit the amount of time which a member of the public may use in addressing the Board to three [3] minutes, unless the Chairperson, or a majority of the Board determines that a different limit is appropriate. 
 
b.
PRESENTATION
1.
Redlands Unified School District's 2:1:2 Pilot - Jean Joye, Director, Elementary Education  

VIII.
STUDENT TRUSTEE REPORT
a.
None.
IX.
ASSOCIATION REPORTS
a.
Redlands Teachers Association/CTA/NEA
b.
Redlands Education Support Professionals Association/CTA/NEA
c.
Redlands Administrative Personnel Association
X.
BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS
a.
Colton Redlands Yucaipa-Calimesa Regional Occupational Program [CRY-ROP]
b.
Redlands COMPACT
c.
Redlands Educational Partnership [REP]
d.
City of Redlands Cultural Arts Commission
e.
City of Redlands Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
f.
CSBA Region XVI Delegate Assembly
XI.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
The Superintendent and members of the Cabinet are encouraged to report on items of information to the Board, as well as provide information about conferences or meetings which they have attended. Other items, which may be agendized for a later meeting, may be presented but cannot be commented upon nor discussed at the meeting. [Reference: The Ralph M. Brown Act].
XII.
SUPERINTENDENT'S RECOMMENDATIONS
XIII.
BUSINESS SERVICES CONSENT ITEMS
a.
Approve all Consent Items as detailed in Items XIII.b. – XIII.o.

b.
Approve Agreement with Enchanted Education for Art History and Mural painting instructions, effective October 4, 2023 through May 29, 2024, at a cost not to exceed $202,698.93, to be funded by Expanded Learning Opportunity Program Funds (Appendix Item).

The program entails 25 Wednesday sessions dedicated to Art History and Mural Painting. During these sessions, spanning 6-10 weeks, students will explore art history focusing on renowned muralists and essential art concepts. They will engage in the collaborative design and crafting of a mural, allowing them to apply their learning in a creative and interactive manner.

c.
Approve Agreement with PCH Architects, to provide Architectural and Engineering Services for the RUSD Warehouses Conversion Project (304 9th Street - Foothill Packing House and 250 N Church St - RUSD Service Center), in the amount of $987,500.00 plus reimbursables, to be funded by Redevelopment Agency Funds, Capital Projects Funds, Kitchen Infrastructure and Training Funds and/or General Funds. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

The District issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Architectural Services for the RUSD Warehouses Conversion Project (RFP 25-23) on July 5, 2023. PCH Architects provided a strong vision for use of the existing facilities with great kitchen concepts and path for future growth.

d.
Approve Agreement with Pioneer Healthcare Services LLC., to provide Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) services as directed by the District, effective from September 27, 2023 through December 15, 2023, per the attached rate sheet, funded by Designated Instructional Services (DIS) Funds (Appendix Item).

Pioneer Health Services in conjunction with Redlands Unified School District will work to provide clinicians to help assist with licensing and credentialing to help overcome staffing challenges. 

e.
Approve Agreement with Step-By-Step Folklorio, to provide Ballet Folklórico and Mexican Cultural Arts to Redlands Unified Expanded Learning Students, effective October 4, 2023 through May 29, 2024, at a cost not to exceed $207,491.11, to be funded by Expanded Learning Opportunity Program Funds (Appendix Item).

In conjunction with Redlands Unified School District, students will have 25 sessions of Ballet Folklórico and Mexican Cultural Arts Instruction. Each session focuses on a specific Mexican region's dance. Students will learn posture, footwork, skirtwork, and choreography unique to that region. They also create two art pieces inspired by Mexican legends, myths, and folktales, honoring the country's artisans and craftspeople.

f.
Approve Amendment No. 1 with NV5 West, Inc., for Lab of Record Services, Materials Testing and Special Inspections for the Clement Middle School Switchgears Project, for a cost of $4,123.00, to be funded by Redevelopment Agency Funds, and to extend the contract to September 30, 2023. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

On March 15, 2022, NV5 West, Inc., was contracted for Lab of Record Services, Materials Testing and Special Inspections for the Clement Middle School Switchgears Project. This amendment is needed as the Inspector of Records requested additional testing and inspections to meet DSA requirements.

g.
Approve Amendment No. 1 with NV5 West, Inc., for Lab of Record Services, Materials Testing and Special Inspections for the Redlands East Valley High School Parking Lot Project, for a cost of $22,238.00, to be funded by Developer Fees, and to extend the contract to September 30, 2023. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

On June 14, 2022, the Board approved the agreement with NV5 West, Inc., for Lab of Record Services, Materials Testing and Special Inspections for the Redlands East Valley High School Parking Lot. This amendment is needed as the Inspector of Record requested additional testing and inspections to meet DSA requirements. 

h.
Approve Amendment No.1 with SGH Architects, Inc., for Architectural and Engineering Services for the Redlands East Valley High School Pool Renovations Project, Phase 1, to extend the contract to June 30, 2025. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

On June 14, 2022, the Board approved the agreement with SGH Architects, Inc., for Architectural and Engineering Services for the Redlands East Valley High School Pool Renovations Project Phase 1. This amendment will extend the contract to June 30, 2025.

i.
Ratify/Approve Agreement with Garner Holt Education through Imagination, LLC., to provide professional development training, support, and services as needed for the Garner Holt Lab at Beattie Middle School, Clement Middle School, Franklin Elementary and Victoria Elementary School, effective September 7, 2023 through June 14, 2024, at a total cost not to exceed $15,750.00, to be funded by Local Control Accountability Plan Funds (Appendix Item).

Garner Holt will provide professional development training, support, and services as needed for the Garner Holt labs at Beattie Middle School, Clement Middle School, Franklin Elementary and Victoria Elementary. The professional learning provided will consist of comprehensive experiences that empower educators with improved lesson design, lesson delivery, unit planning, academic alignment, coaching and training support.

j.
Ratify/Approve Agreement with Progress Adviser to provide software and professional development services aimed at supporting improved walk-thru and feedback tools to strengthen the lines of communication at all levels within the school, and accurately identify areas in need of growth, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, at a cost not to exceed $35,023.00, to be funded by Local Control Accountability Funds. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

Progress Adviser offers software and services aimed at helping administrators accurately assess whether guidelines and standards are being implemented effectively, and to stay current with student behavior, engagement, and classroom and facility management. The objective for Progress Adviser is to provide the tools needed for Redlands USD staff to collect and analyze data aimed at improving the professional development collaboration for all staff.

k.
Approve the Parent Organization/Booster Club Application of a school-connected organization, Citrus Valley Girl's Basketball, to operate at Citrus Valley High School (Appendix Item).

Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 1230 – School-Connected Organizations states that the Governing Board needs to authorize a school-connected organization to operate at a school.

l.
Approve Revised Bylaw 9320 - Meetings and Notices [First and Second Reading] (Appendix Item).

The revision to this Bylaw will adjust the start time of the Board of Education Meetings from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

m.
Accept donations. Instruct the secretary to write letters of appreciation on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

n.
Approve Payment Transmittal Numbers 24000299 through 24000363 for September 26, 2023, in the amount of $4,228,709.21. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

o.
Ratify/Approve Attendance at Professional Meetings (Appendix Item).

XIV.
BUSINESS SERVICES ACTION ITEMS
a.
Approve Revised 2023-2024 Board of Education Meeting Dates (Appendix Item).

XV.
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CONSENT ITEMS
a.
Approve Consent Item as detailed in Item XV.b. 

b.
Approve approximately 100 5th grade students from Crafton Elementary School to travel by bus, to Green Valley Lake, to attend Camp Cedar Crest. Students will gain knowledge, skills, and character of 5th grade curriculum, aligning with NGSS and Cal State standards, effective December 11, 2023 through December 13, 2023.

To be funded by donations; Three days of school will be missed.

XVI.
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES ACTION ITEMS
a.
Approve the Stipulated Expulsion regarding student 2023-2024-001, expulsion through the remainder of the first semester for the 2023-2024 school year with the second semester for the 2023-2024 school year suspended.

Student 2023-2024-001 was recommended for expulsion in violation of Education Code 48900(c) Possessed, used, sold, or otherwise furnished or been under the influence of any controlled substance (marijuana). 

XVII.
HUMAN RESOURCES CONSENT ITEMS
a.
Approve all Consent Items as detailed in Items XVII.b. - XVII.z.
b.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve new certificated bargaining unit personnel (Appendix Item).
c.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve hourly Adult Education certificated personnel (Appendix Item).
d.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve employment of hourly/daily certificated personnel (Appendix Item).
e.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve revised salary placements/assignments for certificated bargaining unit personnel (Appendix Item).
f.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve extra assignments for certificated personnel for the 2022-2023 school year (Appendix Item).
g.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve extra assignments for certificated personnel for 2023-2024 school year (Appendix Item).
h.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve requests to participate in the pre-retirement program for the 2023-2024 school year (Appendix Item).
i.
Certificated - Ratify/Accept resignations/separations from certificated bargaining unit personnel (Appendix Item).
j.
Classified - Ratify/Approve new classified contract personnel (Appendix Item).
k.
Classified - Ratify/Approve new classified contract Instructional Paraprofessional - Special Education personnel (Appendix Item).
l.
Classified - Ratify/Approve employment of classified substitute/short-term personnel (Appendix Item).
m.
Classified - Ratify/Approve revised salary placements/assignments for classified contract personnel (Appendix Item).
n.
Classified - Ratify/Approve revised salary placements/assignments for classified contract Instructional Paraprofessional - Special Education personnel (Appendix Item).
o.
Classified - Ratify/Approve extra assignments for classified contract personnel (Appendix Item).
p.
Classified - Ratify/Approve classified requests for leaves of absence (Appendix Item).
q.
Classified - Ratify/Accept resignations/separations from classified contract personnel (Appendix Item).
r.
Classified - Ratify/Accept resignations/separations from classified contract Instructional Paraprofessional - Special Education personnel (Appendix Item).
s.
Classified - Ratify/Accept resignations of classified substitute/short-term personnel (Appendix Item).
t.
Management - Accept resignations/separations from management personnel (Appendix Item).
u.
Other - Ratify/Approve employment of temporary athletic team coaches/extended day/Citrus Valley High School (Appendix Item).
v.
Other - Ratify/Approve employment of temporary athletic team coaches/extended day/Redlands East Valley High School (Appendix Item).
w.
Other - Ratify/Approve employment of volunteer athletic team coaches (Appendix Item).
x.
Other - Approve volunteers and overnight chaperones for the 2023-2024 school year (Appendix Item).
y.
Other - Ratify/Approve teaching internship agreement between the Redlands Unified School District and United States University, College of Education, effective September 12, 2023. Authorize Lisa Bruich, Director III, Human Resources, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).
z.
Other - Ratify/Approve confirmation of completion of Mandated Reporting for Child Abuse and Neglect training by all employees in compliance with AB 1432 for the 2023-2024 school year (Appendix Item).
XVIII.
HUMAN RESOURCES ACTION ITEMS
a.
Certificated - Ratify/Adopt revised Resolution No. 7. 2023-2024, Action Regarding Teaching Outside Credential Authorization (Appendix Item).

XIX.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
a.
None.
XX.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
a.
COMMUNITY INPUT
This is the time that any member of the public may address the Board on anything that falls under the jurisdiction of the Board of Education provided the person submits a completed Registration Card to the Clerk of the Board or his/her designee prior to Public Participation. This is not meant to be a debating period. Complaints and problems relating to policy matters will be referred to the Superintendent. 
The person wishing to address the Board shall, when recognized by the Chairperson of the Board, step up to the podium/microphone and announce his/her name. The Chairperson shall limit the amount of time which a member of the public may use in addressing the Board to three [3] minutes, unless the Chairperson, or a majority of the Board determines that a different limit is appropriate. 
XXI.
SUPERINTENDENT COMMENTS
XXII.
BOARD COMMENTS/REPORTS
XXIII.
CLOSED SESSION
XXIV.
ADJOURNMENT