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
October 24, 2023
6:00 p.m.
Board Room, 25 West Lugonia Avenue, Redlands, CA
Open/Closed Session: 4:30 p.m., Board Room Annex
Open Session: 6:00 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 October 23, 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 November 14, 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.
 
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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.
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR - CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
b.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
1.
Classified Management
c.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE
d.
OTHER
V.
ADJOURNMENT TO OPEN SESSION
VI.
REGULAR MEETING - OPEN SESSION
a.
CALL TO ORDER

b.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

c.
MOMENT OF SILENCE

Kevin Fisher – Mr. Kevin Fisher passed away on September 26, 2023 due to health complications.  He spent his entire career dedicated to students he taught in various subject over the years including Multi-Media Design and French.  In addition to be extremely talented, he was kind hearted, sincere, and funny.  He was a friend to all his colleagues and an inspiration to his students.  Mr. Fisher loved teaching and working with his students and colleagues.  He will be remembered and missed by many.

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. 
 
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
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.t.

b.
Approve Agreement with Alpha Facilities Solutions, to conduct a complete Facility Condition Assessment and Asset Inventory Update, at a cost not to exceed $172,992.92, to be funded by Developer Fees and Redevelopment Fee Funds. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

Alpha Facilities Solutions will complete a Capital Planning Facility assessment in order to evaluate the condition and estimate the remaining service life for the purposes of renewal forecasting for these building systems, including but not limited to building exteriors, building interiors, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, elevator systems, and vehicular and pedestrian pavement. They will conduct data analysis and return reports, including FCI, Facility Renewal Forecasting, and a capital renewal schedule.

c.
Approve Agreement with Creative Mathematics, to provide professional development training, conducted by Kim Sutton for Judson & Brown, Smiley and Cram Elementary teachers, effective November 1, 2023, at a cost not to exceed $6,175.00, to be funded by Title One Funds and split between three sites (Appendix Item).

Creative Mathematics will be providing a professional development training that is aimed at enhancing math teaching capabilities by providing seminars covering the implementation of Common Core and State and Provincial Standards. 

d.
Approve Agreement with Raincross Inspection, to provide DSA Inspection Services for Redlands East Valley High School Gym HVAC Upgrades for $34,200.00, to be funded by Covid Funds. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

All school projects under the jurisdiction of Division of State Architect DSA must have a Certified Project Inspector. This contract will provide the required services for the Redlands East Valley High School Gym HVAC Upgrades.

e.
Approve Amendment No. 1 with PCH Architects to provide Architectural Services for Citrus Valley High School Gymnasium HVAC Replacement Project, in the amount of ($17,500.00), to be credited to Covid Funds. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

On December 13, 2022, the Board approved the agreement with PCH Architects to provide Architectural Services for Citrus Valley High School Gymnasium HVAC Replacement Project. This amendment decreases the scope of services PCH Architects is providing.

f.
Approve Amendment No.1 with PCH Architects to provide Architectural Services for Redlands East Valley High School Gymnasium HVAC Replacement Project, in the amount of ($17,500.00), to be credited to Covid Funds. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

On December 13, 2022, the Board approved the agreement with PCH Architects to provide Architectural Services for Redlands East Valley High School Gymnasium HVAC Replacement Project. This amendment decreases the scope of services PCH Architects is providing.

g.
Approve Amendment No. 1 with PCH Architects to provide Architectural Services for the Redlands High School Girls Gymnasium HVAC Replacement Project, in the amount of ($17,500.00), to be credited to Covid Funds. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

On December 13, 2022, the Board approved the agreement with PCH Architects to provide Architectural Services for the Redlands High School Girls Gymnasium HVAC Replacement Project. This amendment decreases the scope of services PCH Architects is providing.

h.
Approve Amendment No.1 with PCH Architects to provide Architectural Services for the Redlands High School Terrier Gymnasium HVAC Replacement Project, in the amount of ($17,500.00), to be credited to Covid Funds. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

On December 13, 2022, the Board approved the agreement with PCH Architects to provide Architectural Services for the Redlands High School Terrier Gymnasium HVAC Replacement Project. This amendment decreases the scope of services PCH Architects is providing.

i.
Approve Amendment No. 4 with PBK-WLC for Architectural and Engineering Services for the Redlands East Valley High School S Wing Parking Lot Expansion Project to extend the contract date to June 30, 2024. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

On June 15, 2021, the Board approved the agreement with PBK-WLC to provide Architectural and Engineering Services for the Redlands East Valley High School S Wing Parking Lot Expansion Project. This amendment will extend the contract to June 30, 2024.

j.
Ratify/Approve Agreement with Mindfulness in mOtion to provide 1:1 paraprofessional support district-wide, effective October 9, 2023 through December 15, 2023, to be billed per attached rate sheet, funded by Special Education Funds (Appendix Item).

Mindfulness in mOtion (MIM) in coordination with Redlands Unified will offer 1:1 paraprofessional support, by providing staffing in the area of inclusion behavior classroom support.

k.
Approve Change Order No. 3 with Wakeco, Inc., for New Offices at the District Office, Bid 6-23, in the amount of $11,257.30 to be funded by Redevelopment Agency Funds (Appendix Item).

This change order is for Bid 6-23, for New Offices at the District Office, which the Board awarded on December 13, 2022. This change order addresses unforeseen conditions and contains an explanation of the reason for the change order, the amount, and the amended contract amount.  

l.
Approve Rejection for all bids, listed under Bid No. 5-24, Restroom Expansion at Orangewood High School.

Bidding for the project started on October 9, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Five bids were submitted, with the lowest bid exceeding the budget by $734,860.00. The source of funding was to be paid for out of Measure RDA Funds.

m.
Ratify Award Bid 22-23 for Charter Transportation Services to Starks Enterprises Transportation Services Inc., for increased rates to be funded by Transportation Funds. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, and Amy Drummond, Purchasing Director I, to sign related documents on behalf of the Board.

Bid 22-23 is about providing Charter Transportation Services as needed for various students. Bidders have a limited number of vans and/or buses of certain sizes and types. Jobs are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. If the lowest bidder can't provide the required vehicle, it goes to the next lowest-priced company. All eligible companies that meet the specification and bid requirements will be awarded and added to the approved carrier list. Bid opened, June 27, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.

n.
Ratify/Approve the use of Best VIP & Limousine, Cardiff Limousine & Transportation and Inland Empire Stages for use of Charter Transportation Services in the absence of a formal bid. Authorize Juan Cabral, Superintendent, Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, and Amy Drummond, Purchasing Director I, to sign related documents on behalf of the Board.

Authorization of the Board is required for the use of services from student transportation vendors to cover services needed throughout the District.

o.
Authorize the destruction of the following surplus/obsolete vehicles: Vehicle # YR/Model VIN License Plate 595 2006 Sprinter Van WDOPD644165936927 1225777

Transportation is requesting the removal of surplus/obsolete vehicles from the District inventory and to have the vehicles disposed of in accordance with Board policy. Repairs for the vehicles exceed the value of the vehicles and some parts may not be available. Request removal from the District inventory. Vehicles will be sold or offered to the Redlands Unified School District High School Auto Shops.

p.
Accept as complete and approve filing a Notice of Completion with the County Hall of Records for Bid 7-23 with Arrowhead Mechanical, Inc., for HVAC Upgrades at Cope Middle School. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

On October 4, 2022, the Board awarded Bid 7-23 to Arrowhead Mechanical, Inc., for HVAC Upgrades at Cope Middle School. Authorized District staff has verified the work has been completed in accordance with bid specifications as of October 9, 2023.

q.
Approve Reject Claim Number 628174 in accordance with Government Code Section 913.

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

s.
Approve Payment Transmittal Numbers 24000463 through 24000555 for October 24, 2023, in the amount of $2,283,889.35. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

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

XIV.
BUSINESS SERVICES ACTION ITEMS
XV.
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CONSENT ITEMS
a.
Approve Consent Items as detailed in Items XV.b. – XV.f.

b.
Approve approximately 30 11th grade AVID students from Redlands High School to travel by bus, to Northern California, to participate in the Northern California College Tour where they will explore various college campuses, effective November 15, 2023 through November 17, 2023.

To be funded by Redlands High School SSP; Three days of school will be missed.

c.
Approve 6 members of Redlands East Valley High School Wrestling team to travel by van, to Buchanan High School in Clovis, California, to prepare for the CIF State competition, effective December 14, 2023 through December 16, 2023.

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

d.
Approve 26 members of Redlands East Valley High School Spirit Leaders to travel by vehicle, to the Anaheim Convention Center, to compete at the USA Spirit Nationals, effective February 16, 2024 through February 19, 2024.

To be funded by fundraisers and donations; One day of school will be missed.

e.
Approve 6 members of Redlands East Valley High School Wrestling team to travel by van, to Bakersfield, California, to compete at the CIF State competition, effective February 28, 2024 through March 2, 2024.

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

f.
Approve 28 5th grade students from Kingsbury Elementary School to travel by bus, to Idyllwild Astro Camp, where they will learn about physical science, astronomy, and have the opportunity to adventure in nature, effective March 8, 2024 through March 10, 2024.

To be funded by donations; One day of school will be missed.

XVI.
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES ACTION ITEMS
a.
Adopt Resolution No. 12, 2023-2024, National Red Ribbon Campaign, supporting Red Ribbon Week, October 23 - 31, 2023 (Appendix Item).

The theme for the 2023 Red Ribbon Week Celebration is, “Be Kind to Your Mind. Live Drug Free.” District support of this week-long celebration makes a visible statement that we are firmly committed to drug-free and alcohol abuse-free communities.

b.
Approve 2023-2024 Comprehensive School Safety Plans (CSSP) for the following school sites: Arroyo Verde Elementary; Bryn Mawr Elementary; Crafton Elementary; Cram Elementary; Franklin Elementary; Highland Grove Elementary; Judson & Brown Elementary; Kimberly Elementary; Kingsbury Elementary; Lugonia Elementary; Mariposa Elementary; McKinley Elementary; Mentone Elementary; Mission Elementary; Smiley Elementary; Victoria Elementary; Beattie Middle School; Clement Middle School; Cope Middle School; Moore Middle School; Citrus Valley High School; Redlands East Valley High School; Redlands Senior High School; Orangewood High School; and eAcademy (Appendix Item).

California Education Code (EC) Section 32281(a) requires every kindergarten through grade twelve school, public and public charter, including community and court schools, to develop and maintain a CSSP designed to address campus risks, prepare for emergencies, and create a safe, secure learning environment for students and school personnel. 

The law requires designated stakeholders to annually engage in a systematic planning process to develop strategies and policies to prevent and respond to potential incidents involving emergencies, natural and other disasters, hate crimes, violence, active assailants/intruders, bullying and cyberbullying, discrimination and harassment, child abuse and neglect, discipline, suspension and expulsion, and other safety aspects.

The law requires that each school update and adopt its CSSP by March 1 annually. It requires that the school district or COE approve CSSPs. EC does not specify a date by which the safety plan must be approved by the district; however, the school district or COE must annually notify the CDE by October 15 of any school(s) that have not complied with requirements.
Effective school safety planning must be a dynamic, ongoing process with plans being reviewed and evaluated regularly, and after critical incidents.

c.
Approve the Stipulated Expulsion regarding student 2023-2024-002, 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 2023-2024-002 was recommended for expulsion in violation of Education Code 48900(a)(2) Willfully used force or violence upon the person of another, except in self-defense. 

d.
Approve the Stipulated Expulsion regarding student 2023-2024-003, 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 2023-2024-003 was recommended for expulsion in violation of Education Code 48915 (a) C Unlawful possession of any controlled substance (THC).

e.
Approve the Stipulated Expulsion regarding student 2023-2024-004, 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 2023-2024-004 was recommended for expulsion in violation of Education Code 48915 (a) B Possession of any knife, explosive, or other dangerous object (knife

f.
Approve the Stipulated Expulsion regarding student 2023-2024-005, 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 2023-2024-005 was recommended for expulsion in violation of Education Code 48915 (a) C Unlawful possession of any controlled substance (THC). 

g.
Approve the Stipulated Expulsion regarding student 2023-2024-006, expulsion through the remainder of the first semester and all of second semester for the 2023-2024 school year.

Student 2023-2024-006 was recommended for expulsion in violation of Education Code 48900 (a) (1) Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person. 

h.
Approve the Stipulated Expulsion regarding student 2023-2024-007, 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 2023-2024-007 was recommended for expulsion in violation of Education Code 48900 (a)(1) Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person. 

XVII.
HUMAN RESOURCES CONSENT ITEMS
a.
Approve all Consent Items as detailed in Items XVII.b. - XVII.aa.
b.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve new certificated bargaining unit personnel (Appendix Item).
c.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve employment of daily/hourly certificated personnel (Appendix Item).
d.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve revised salary placements/assignments for certificated bargaining unit personnel (Appendix Item).
e.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve extra assignments for certificated personnel (Appendix Item).
f.
Classified - Ratify/Approve new classified contract personnel (Appendix Item).
g.
Classified - Ratify/Approve new classified contract Instructional Paraprofessional - Special Education personnel (Appendix Item).
h.
Classified - Ratify/Approve employment of classified substitute/short-term personnel (Appendix Item).
i.
Classified - Ratify/Approve anniversary step and longevity increments of classified contract personnel, effective October 1, 2023 (Appendix Item).
j.
Classified - Ratify/Approve revised salary placements/assignments for classified contract personnel (Appendix Item).
k.
Classified - Ratify/Approve revised salary placements/assignments for classified contract Instructional Paraprofessional - Special Education personnel (Appendix Item).
l.
Classified - Ratify/Approve extra assignments for classified contract personnel (Appendix Item).
m.
Classified - Ratify/Approve extra assignments for classified contract Instructional Paraprofessional - Special Education personnel (Appendix Item).
n.
Classified - Ratify/Approve classified requests for leaves of absence (Appendix Item).
o.
Classified - Ratify/Accept resignations/separations from classified contract personnel (Appendix Item).
p.
Classified - Ratify/Accept resignations/separations from classified contract Instructional Paraprofessional - Special Education personnel (Appendix Item).
q.
Other - Ratify/Approve employment of temporary athletic team coaches/extended day/Beattie Middle School (Appendix Item).
r.
Other - Ratify/Approve employment of temporary athletic team coaches/extended day/Clement Middle School (Appendix Item).
s.
Other - Ratify/Approve employment of temporary athletic team coaches/extended day/Cope Middle School (Appendix Item).
t.
Other - Ratify/Approve employment of temporary athletic team coaches/extended day/Moore Middle School (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 temporary athletic team coaches/extended day/Redlands High School (Appendix Item).
x.
Other - Approve volunteers and overnight chaperones for the 2023-2024 school year (Appendix Item).
y.
Other - Ratify/Approve Memorandum of Understanding and Agreement for Participation in The Center for Teacher Innovation Induction Program, between the Redlands Unified School District and Riverside County Superintendent of Schools, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026. Authorize Lisa Bruich, Director III, Human Resources, to sign on behalf of the Board of Education (Appendix Item).
z.
Other - Ratify/Approve Memorandum of Understanding between the Redlands Unified School District and Alliant International University, California School of Education, effective October 24, 2023. Authorize Lisa Bruich, Director III, Human Resources, to sign on behalf of the Board of Education (Appendix Item).
aa.
Other - Approve Student Teaching Agreement between the Redlands Unified School District and Four Three Education, effective October 25, 2023. Authorize Lisa Bruich, Director III, Human Resources, to sign on behalf of the Board of Education (Appendix Item).
XVIII.
HUMAN RESOURCES ACTION ITEMS
a.
None

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'S COMMENTS
XXII.
BOARD COMMENTS/REPORTS
XXIII.
CLOSED SESSION
XXIV.
ADJOURNMENT