Video index
1. CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call (Including Action on Absences if Necessary)
B. Adoption of Agenda
C. Pledge of Allegiance
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS OF PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD ON ITEMS AGENDIZED FOR CLOSED SESSION OR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA (overview) At this time, members of the public may address the Board on any item agendized for closed session or any issue within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Board that is not listed on this agenda. Members of the public may also address the Board on an agenda item before or during the Board's consideration of the item. No action can be taken on an item not on the agenda at this time, but may be referred to the administration or put on a future agenda. In accordance with Board Bylaw 9323, individual remarks will be limited to 3 minutes each, unless otherwise stipulated.
3. Recognition - Head Start 50th Anniversary (overview) For the last 50 years, Head Start has been the premier national model for providing the whole child an opportunity for success in school and life. As the local Head Start grantee for both Santa Clara and San Benito counties, the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) has provided tens of thousands of children and families with high quality, developmentally appropriate preschool services for the last 45 years. Tonight, the Board of Education honors this tradition of excellence by recognizing the invaluable contributions of the Head Start program, its staff and the Head Start policy council members to our community.
Meeting went into Recess
Meeting Reconvened
4. The Board will hold a Closed Session to consider the following item:
A. Subject Matter: Interdistrict Transfer Appeal Filed on Behalf of Student Resident District: Newark Unified School District (Alameda County) Desired District: Palo Alto Unified School District (Santa Clara County)
B. Subject Matter: Interdistrict Transfer Appeal Filed on Behalf of Student Resident District: San Jose Unified School District Desired District: Campbell Union High School District
C. Subject Matter: Expulsion Appeal Filed on Behalf of Student Resident District: Campbell Union High School District
OPEN SESSION Immediately Following Closed Session
5. Report of actions taken in Closed Session
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS OF PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA (overview) At this time, members of the public may address the Board on any issue within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Board that is not listed on this agenda. Members of the public may also address the Board on an agenda item before or during the Board's consideration of the item. No action can be taken on an item not on the agenda at this time, but may be referred to the administration or put on a future agenda. In accordance with Board Bylaw 9323, individual remarks will be limited to 3 minutes each, unless otherwise stipulated.
7. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
8. COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBER REPORTS
(overview) The members of the Board may give reports on any activities related to their duties as members of the Santa Clara County Board of Education.
9. CONSENT ACTION ITEMS
A. *Request Approval of Minutes of Special Board Meeting of June 10, 2015 (#2161-S1)
9A
B. *Request Approval of Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of June 17, 2015 (#2162)
9B
C. *Request Approval of Minutes of Special Board Meeting of June 17, 2015 (#2162-S1)
9C
D. *Request Approval of Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of June 29, 2015 (#2162-S2)
9D
E. *Request Adoption of Resolution for Signature Authorizations on the Contract (CLPC-5042) with the California Department of Education (CDE) (overview) The ongoing contract, CLPC-5042, with the CDE and the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE), Local Planning Council, must be signed and returned to the Department of Education for the funds to be released from the CDE to the SCCOE. In order to continue receiving funds, the CDE requires a resolution by the Governing Board on an annual basis authorizing designated personnel to sign contracts. The SCCOE will receive $56,647. Contract will be effective from July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. Administration recommends adoption of resolution for signature authorizations on contract (CLPC-5042) with the CDE. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
9E
F. *Request Adoption of Resolution for Signature Authorizations on the Agreement (CCTR-5281) Between the California Department of Education (CDE) and the Santa Clara Superintendents of Schools (overview) The ongoing contract, CCTR-5281, between the CDE and the Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools, must be signed and returned to the Department of Education for the funds to be released from the CDE to the SCCOE. In order to continue receiving funds, the CDE requires a resolution by the Governing Board on an annual basis authorizing designated personnel to sign contracts. The SCCOE will receive a Maximum Reimbursable Amount (MRA) of $245,587 based upon a Minimum Child Days of Enrollment requirement of 6,803 days and a Minimum Days of Operation requirement of 243 days. The Agreement is effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. Administration recommends adoption of resolution for signature authorization on the agreement between the CDE and the Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
9F
G. *Request Adoption of Resolution for Signature Authorizations on the Agreement (CSPP-5533) Between the California Department of Education (CDE) and the Santa Clara Superintendents of Schools (overview) The ongoing contract, CSPP-5533, between the CDE and the Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools, must be signed and returned to the Department of Education for the funds to be released from the CDE to the SCCOE. In order to continue receiving funds, the CDE requires a resolution by the Governing Board on an annual basis authorizing designated personnel to sign contracts. The SCCOE will receive a Maximum Reimbursable Amount (MRA) of $3,860,205 based upon a Minimum Child Days of Enrollment requirement of 106,931 days and a Minimum Days of Operation requirement of 243 days. The Agreement is effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. Administration recommends adoption of resolution for signature authorization on the agreement between the CDE and the Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
9G
H. *Request Adoption of Resolution for Signature Authorizations on the Agreement (CPKS-5099) Between the California Department of Education (CDE) and the Santa Clara Superintendents of Schools (overview) The ongoing contract, CPKS-5099, between the CDE and the Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools, must be signed and returned to the Department of Education for the funds to be released from the CDE to the SCCOE. In order to continue receiving funds, the CDE requires a resolution by the Governing Board on an annual basis authorizing designated personnel to sign contracts. The SCCOE will receive $10,000. The Agreement is effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. Administration recommends adoption of resolution for signature authorization on the agreement between the CDE and the Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
9H
I. *Request Approval to Apply for Tobacco-Use Prevention Education County Technical Assistance and Leadership Funds (overview) The Tobacco-Use Prevention Education (TUPE) County Technical Assistance and Leadership Funds (CTALF) provide funding to county offices of education to plan, develop and implement capacity building, technical assistance and training, evaluation, program improvement services and coordination activities for TUPE activities for local educational agencies. Administration recommends approval to apply for Tobacco-Use Prevention Education County Technical Assistance and Leadership Funds. (Dr. Angelica Ramsey)
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J. *Request Adoption of Ethnic Studies Resolution (overview) Santa Clara County represents a wide range of ethnic groups with rich cultural histories and, as a hub for industry, continues to attract immigrants from all over the world. Students in our county represent more than 50 primary languages other than English. The Santa Clara County Office of Education has been a pioneer in promoting education for bilingualism, biliteracy, and global competency through its programs, in partnering with national and global organizations and developing curriculum. Administration recommends adoption of Ethnic Studies resolution. (Dr. Angelica Ramsey)
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K. *Request Approval of Contract for EdLeader21 Exceeding $100,000 (overview) EdLeader 21 is a national online network of school and district leaders focused on integrating the 4Cs (critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity) into education. Membership will allow educators to have access to established and well-vetted best practices to integrate the 4Cs. Administration recommends approval of contract for EdLeader 21 exceeding $100,000. (Dr. Angelica Ramsey)
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L. *Request Amendment to Facility Shared Use Agreement between Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) and Educare of California at Silicon Valley (ECSV) (overview) On May 21, 2014, the SCCOE entered into a Facility Shared Use Agreement (the "Agreement") with ECSV regarding the use of the ECSV facility. The term of the Agreement was until June 30, 2016. In the Agreement, SCCOE was granted exclusive license to use eight classrooms in the facility and a non-exclusive license to use other areas of the facility. This amendment makes two changes to the original Agreement. Administration recommends to approve amendment to the Facility Shared Use Agreement. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
9L
M. *Request Acceptance of Donations (overview) Donations were made to Special Education, Head Start and Migrant Education in the Student Services Branch. Administration recommends acceptance of donations. (Superintendent Gundry)
9M
N. *Request Approval of Revised Certification of Signatures for 2015 (overview) The Board must approve certification of signature(s) of person or persons authorized to sign, in the absence of the County Superintendent of Schools, for orders dr4awn on the funds of the Santa Clara County Office of Education, notices of employment and contracts in accordance with the provisions of Education Sections 42632 and 42633. Administration recommends approval of revised certification of signatures for 2015. (Superintendent Gundry)
9N
O. *Request Adoption of Resolution in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of Head Start (overview) In January of 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson declared The War on Poverty in his State of the Union Speech. Part of the government's thinking on poverty was influenced by new research on the effects of poverty, as well as on the impacts of education. Each year, Head Start of Santa Clara County provides services to more than 2,000 preschool-age children in Santa Clara and San Benito Counties. Head Start centers, which offer comprehensive preschool program designed to meet the needs of children and their families, are located in most cities in the two-county area, including San Jose, Santa Clara, Campbell, Mountain View, Milpitas, Gilroy and Hollister. Administration recommends adoption of the resolution in honor of the 50th anniversary of Head Start. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
9O
10. ACTION ITEMS
A. *Request Approval of Workers' Compensation Rates for 2015-16 as provided by the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) through their Excess Insurance Authority (EIA) Joint Powers Authority Insurance Programs (overview) At its July 17, 2013 board meeting, the Board adopted the resolution to join the CSAC Excess Insurance Authority for Workers' Compensation "stop-loss" coverage. This coverage is for Workers' Compensation cases that exceed $300,000, the current Self-Insured Retention covered by SCCOE. The premium for CSAC coverage for 2014-15 was $320,636. The 2015-16 rates are $309,067. Administration recommends approval of CSAC-EIA Workers' Compensation excess rates for $309,067. ( Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
10A
B. *Request Approval of Rates by the South Bay Area Schools Insurance Authority and Approval of Resolution to Become Members of Schools Excess Liability Fund
(overview) In 2008, the Board adopted a resolution to join the South Bay Area Schools Insurance Authority (SBASIA) for our general liability, property, crime, and boiler and machinery coverage. Effective for 2015-16 SBASIA has added coverage that includes the Schools Excess Liability Fund (SELF). This allows SBASIA to increase coverage limits to $50 million for a relatively reasonable premium. The Santa Clara County Board of Education must adopt the resolution herewith to declare membership into SELF. The total combined fees for all of the coverage described is $223,249.76. Administration recommends approval of the 2015-16 combined rates for coverage under the South Bay Area Schools Insurance Authority for $223,249.76 and adoption of the resolution to join the Schools Excess Liability Fund. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
10B
C. *Request Approval of the Primary and Alternative Appointments to RDA Successor Agency Oversight Boards
(overview) Considering recent changes to staffing and responsibilities, it has been determined that several updates to RDA Successor Agency Oversight Board appointments are necessary. The City of Mountain View RDA Successor Agency Oversight Board is closed out. Therefore, appointments are no longer needed. Administration recommends approval of the updated primary and alternate appointments of the respective RDA Oversight Boards as noted. (Superintendent Gundry)
10C
11. INFORMATION ITEM
A. *Santa Clara County Office of Education Commitment to Educare Operations
(overview) On May 20, 2015, during the presentation of the Educare of California at Silicon Valley (ECSV) update, Board President Green requested that staff present the Board with an overview of SCCOE's commitments to ECSV's operations. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
11A
B. *Community First Proposal: Strengthening Economic Security for County Residents
(overview) President Green has requested that the Board discuss a resolution under Information Items regarding Community First Proposal: Strengthening Economic Security for County Residents. This resolution has been discussed with the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. (Superintendent Gundry)
11B
C. *Williams Complaint Report
(overview) Complaints filed for SCCOE school sites under the Williams Settlement are limited to insufficient textbooks or instructional materials, unsafe or unhealthy facility conditions or teacher vacancies or mis-assignments. One Williams complaint was received and resolved during the April through June 2015 reporting period. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
11C
D. *First Reading of Revised Board Policy/Exhibit 5117, BP 5125 and Exhibit 5145.6
(overview) On June 17, 2015, the Policy Development Subcommittee met and approved the revision of BP/Exhibit 5117 Interdistrict Attendance Appeals, BP 5125 Students Records and Exhibit 5145.6 Parental Notifications. This item is being brought for first reading to the Board and will be brought for approval at the July 29 meeting. (Vice President Song)
11D
E. *Employee Compensation Increase Exceeding the EC 1302(a) Limit
(overview) Education Code 1302(a) requires any annual increase in salary of $10,000 or more to be discussed by the County Board of Education at a regularly scheduled Board meeting. Dr. Angelica Ramsey has been appointed to the position of Associate Superintendent and will receive an annual compensation increase in the 2015-2016 fiscal year in excess of the $10,000 limit as a result of this appointment. (Superintendent Gundry)
11E
F. *Employee Compensation Increase Exceeding the EC 1302(a) Limit
(overview) Education Code 1302(a) requires any annual increase in salary of $10,000 or more to be discussed by the County Board of Education at a regularly scheduled Board meeting. Dr. Mary Ann Dewan has been appointed to the position of Deputy Superintendent and will receive an annual compensation increase in the 2015-2016 fiscal year in excess of the $10,000 limit as a result of this appointment. (Superintendent Gundry)
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G. *Head Start Monthly Board Reports (overview) As per the Head Start Act, all Head Start agencies are required to provide program information to the Board of Education. The May 2015 report will be provided. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
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B. *Community First Proposal: Strengthening Economic Security for County Residents (overview) President Green has requested that the Board discuss a resolution under Information Items regarding Community First Proposal: Strengthening Economic Security for County Residents. This resolution has been discussed with the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. (Superintendent Gundry)
12. Board Committee Reports (overview) Committee members may provide or report on recent committee activities.
1. Budget Study Committee (Superintendent Gundry, Chair)
2. Policy Subcommittee (Trustee Song, Chair)
3. Joint Legislative Advisory Committee (Trustee Di Salvo, Chair)
4. Head Start Policy Council (Trustee Rossi)
5. Santa Clara County School Boards Association Executive Board (Trustee Green)
6. Joint Committee on Child Care (JCCC) (Trustees Song and Di Salvo)
7. Warmenhoven Inclusion Collaborative (Trustee Di Salvo)
8. California School Boards Association (CSBA) Delegate (Trustee Green)
9. California County Boards of Education (CCBE) Board of Directors (Trustee Green)
13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (overview) Requested items by Board members may be addressed at this time.
1. Mindfulness for Students, September 16 (Trustee Chang)
2. Civics Education/Kids Voting, September 16 (Trustee Di Salvo)
3. LCFF's effect on the Grand Jury's proposal for school districts consolidation (Trustee Di Salvo)
4. Discussion: Success rate in community and institutional schools - challenges and academic outcomes (Trustee Chang)
5. Discussion/update on Universal Student ID Foster Youth Database, July 29 (Trustee Green)
6. Follow-Up to the June 3 Charter Summit-July 29 (Trustee Song)
7. Budget Priorities (Trustee Kamei)
8. Downtown College Prep Update (Trustee Di Salvo)
14. PUBLIC COMMENTS OF PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD ON ITEMS AGENDIZED FOR CLOSED SESSION (overview) At this time, members of the public may address the Board on any item agendized for closed session. No action can be taken on an item not on the agenda at this time, but may be referred to the administration or put on a future agenda. In accordance with Board Bylaw 9323, individual remarks will be limited to 3 minutes each, unless otherwise stipulated.
15. The Board will hold a Closed Session to consider the following item:
A. Public Employee Performance Evaluation Title: County Superintendent of Schools (Government Code Section 54957(b)(1))
16. Report of actions taken in Closed Session
17. ADJOURNMENT
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1. CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call (Including Action on Absences if Necessary)
B. Adoption of Agenda
C. Pledge of Allegiance
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS OF PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD ON ITEMS AGENDIZED FOR CLOSED SESSION OR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA (overview) At this time, members of the public may address the Board on any item agendized for closed session or any issue within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Board that is not listed on this agenda. Members of the public may also address the Board on an agenda item before or during the Board's consideration of the item. No action can be taken on an item not on the agenda at this time, but may be referred to the administration or put on a future agenda. In accordance with Board Bylaw 9323, individual remarks will be limited to 3 minutes each, unless otherwise stipulated.
3. Recognition - Head Start 50th Anniversary (overview) For the last 50 years, Head Start has been the premier national model for providing the whole child an opportunity for success in school and life. As the local Head Start grantee for both Santa Clara and San Benito counties, the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) has provided tens of thousands of children and families with high quality, developmentally appropriate preschool services for the last 45 years. Tonight, the Board of Education honors this tradition of excellence by recognizing the invaluable contributions of the Head Start program, its staff and the Head Start policy council members to our community.
Meeting went into Recess
Meeting Reconvened
4. The Board will hold a Closed Session to consider the following item:
A. Subject Matter: Interdistrict Transfer Appeal Filed on Behalf of Student Resident District: Newark Unified School District (Alameda County) Desired District: Palo Alto Unified School District (Santa Clara County)
B. Subject Matter: Interdistrict Transfer Appeal Filed on Behalf of Student Resident District: San Jose Unified School District Desired District: Campbell Union High School District
C. Subject Matter: Expulsion Appeal Filed on Behalf of Student Resident District: Campbell Union High School District
OPEN SESSION Immediately Following Closed Session
5. Report of actions taken in Closed Session
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS OF PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA (overview) At this time, members of the public may address the Board on any issue within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Board that is not listed on this agenda. Members of the public may also address the Board on an agenda item before or during the Board's consideration of the item. No action can be taken on an item not on the agenda at this time, but may be referred to the administration or put on a future agenda. In accordance with Board Bylaw 9323, individual remarks will be limited to 3 minutes each, unless otherwise stipulated.
7. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
8. COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBER REPORTS
(overview) The members of the Board may give reports on any activities related to their duties as members of the Santa Clara County Board of Education.
9. CONSENT ACTION ITEMS
A. *Request Approval of Minutes of Special Board Meeting of June 10, 2015 (#2161-S1)
9A
B. *Request Approval of Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of June 17, 2015 (#2162)
9B
C. *Request Approval of Minutes of Special Board Meeting of June 17, 2015 (#2162-S1)
9C
D. *Request Approval of Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of June 29, 2015 (#2162-S2)
9D
E. *Request Adoption of Resolution for Signature Authorizations on the Contract (CLPC-5042) with the California Department of Education (CDE) (overview) The ongoing contract, CLPC-5042, with the CDE and the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE), Local Planning Council, must be signed and returned to the Department of Education for the funds to be released from the CDE to the SCCOE. In order to continue receiving funds, the CDE requires a resolution by the Governing Board on an annual basis authorizing designated personnel to sign contracts. The SCCOE will receive $56,647. Contract will be effective from July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. Administration recommends adoption of resolution for signature authorizations on contract (CLPC-5042) with the CDE. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
9E
F. *Request Adoption of Resolution for Signature Authorizations on the Agreement (CCTR-5281) Between the California Department of Education (CDE) and the Santa Clara Superintendents of Schools (overview) The ongoing contract, CCTR-5281, between the CDE and the Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools, must be signed and returned to the Department of Education for the funds to be released from the CDE to the SCCOE. In order to continue receiving funds, the CDE requires a resolution by the Governing Board on an annual basis authorizing designated personnel to sign contracts. The SCCOE will receive a Maximum Reimbursable Amount (MRA) of $245,587 based upon a Minimum Child Days of Enrollment requirement of 6,803 days and a Minimum Days of Operation requirement of 243 days. The Agreement is effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. Administration recommends adoption of resolution for signature authorization on the agreement between the CDE and the Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
9F
G. *Request Adoption of Resolution for Signature Authorizations on the Agreement (CSPP-5533) Between the California Department of Education (CDE) and the Santa Clara Superintendents of Schools (overview) The ongoing contract, CSPP-5533, between the CDE and the Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools, must be signed and returned to the Department of Education for the funds to be released from the CDE to the SCCOE. In order to continue receiving funds, the CDE requires a resolution by the Governing Board on an annual basis authorizing designated personnel to sign contracts. The SCCOE will receive a Maximum Reimbursable Amount (MRA) of $3,860,205 based upon a Minimum Child Days of Enrollment requirement of 106,931 days and a Minimum Days of Operation requirement of 243 days. The Agreement is effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. Administration recommends adoption of resolution for signature authorization on the agreement between the CDE and the Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
9G
H. *Request Adoption of Resolution for Signature Authorizations on the Agreement (CPKS-5099) Between the California Department of Education (CDE) and the Santa Clara Superintendents of Schools (overview) The ongoing contract, CPKS-5099, between the CDE and the Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools, must be signed and returned to the Department of Education for the funds to be released from the CDE to the SCCOE. In order to continue receiving funds, the CDE requires a resolution by the Governing Board on an annual basis authorizing designated personnel to sign contracts. The SCCOE will receive $10,000. The Agreement is effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. Administration recommends adoption of resolution for signature authorization on the agreement between the CDE and the Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
9H
I. *Request Approval to Apply for Tobacco-Use Prevention Education County Technical Assistance and Leadership Funds (overview) The Tobacco-Use Prevention Education (TUPE) County Technical Assistance and Leadership Funds (CTALF) provide funding to county offices of education to plan, develop and implement capacity building, technical assistance and training, evaluation, program improvement services and coordination activities for TUPE activities for local educational agencies. Administration recommends approval to apply for Tobacco-Use Prevention Education County Technical Assistance and Leadership Funds. (Dr. Angelica Ramsey)
9I
J. *Request Adoption of Ethnic Studies Resolution (overview) Santa Clara County represents a wide range of ethnic groups with rich cultural histories and, as a hub for industry, continues to attract immigrants from all over the world. Students in our county represent more than 50 primary languages other than English. The Santa Clara County Office of Education has been a pioneer in promoting education for bilingualism, biliteracy, and global competency through its programs, in partnering with national and global organizations and developing curriculum. Administration recommends adoption of Ethnic Studies resolution. (Dr. Angelica Ramsey)
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K. *Request Approval of Contract for EdLeader21 Exceeding $100,000 (overview) EdLeader 21 is a national online network of school and district leaders focused on integrating the 4Cs (critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity) into education. Membership will allow educators to have access to established and well-vetted best practices to integrate the 4Cs. Administration recommends approval of contract for EdLeader 21 exceeding $100,000. (Dr. Angelica Ramsey)
9K
L. *Request Amendment to Facility Shared Use Agreement between Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) and Educare of California at Silicon Valley (ECSV) (overview) On May 21, 2014, the SCCOE entered into a Facility Shared Use Agreement (the "Agreement") with ECSV regarding the use of the ECSV facility. The term of the Agreement was until June 30, 2016. In the Agreement, SCCOE was granted exclusive license to use eight classrooms in the facility and a non-exclusive license to use other areas of the facility. This amendment makes two changes to the original Agreement. Administration recommends to approve amendment to the Facility Shared Use Agreement. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
9L
M. *Request Acceptance of Donations (overview) Donations were made to Special Education, Head Start and Migrant Education in the Student Services Branch. Administration recommends acceptance of donations. (Superintendent Gundry)
9M
N. *Request Approval of Revised Certification of Signatures for 2015 (overview) The Board must approve certification of signature(s) of person or persons authorized to sign, in the absence of the County Superintendent of Schools, for orders dr4awn on the funds of the Santa Clara County Office of Education, notices of employment and contracts in accordance with the provisions of Education Sections 42632 and 42633. Administration recommends approval of revised certification of signatures for 2015. (Superintendent Gundry)
9N
O. *Request Adoption of Resolution in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of Head Start (overview) In January of 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson declared The War on Poverty in his State of the Union Speech. Part of the government's thinking on poverty was influenced by new research on the effects of poverty, as well as on the impacts of education. Each year, Head Start of Santa Clara County provides services to more than 2,000 preschool-age children in Santa Clara and San Benito Counties. Head Start centers, which offer comprehensive preschool program designed to meet the needs of children and their families, are located in most cities in the two-county area, including San Jose, Santa Clara, Campbell, Mountain View, Milpitas, Gilroy and Hollister. Administration recommends adoption of the resolution in honor of the 50th anniversary of Head Start. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
9O
10. ACTION ITEMS
A. *Request Approval of Workers' Compensation Rates for 2015-16 as provided by the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) through their Excess Insurance Authority (EIA) Joint Powers Authority Insurance Programs (overview) At its July 17, 2013 board meeting, the Board adopted the resolution to join the CSAC Excess Insurance Authority for Workers' Compensation "stop-loss" coverage. This coverage is for Workers' Compensation cases that exceed $300,000, the current Self-Insured Retention covered by SCCOE. The premium for CSAC coverage for 2014-15 was $320,636. The 2015-16 rates are $309,067. Administration recommends approval of CSAC-EIA Workers' Compensation excess rates for $309,067. ( Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
10A
B. *Request Approval of Rates by the South Bay Area Schools Insurance Authority and Approval of Resolution to Become Members of Schools Excess Liability Fund
(overview) In 2008, the Board adopted a resolution to join the South Bay Area Schools Insurance Authority (SBASIA) for our general liability, property, crime, and boiler and machinery coverage. Effective for 2015-16 SBASIA has added coverage that includes the Schools Excess Liability Fund (SELF). This allows SBASIA to increase coverage limits to $50 million for a relatively reasonable premium. The Santa Clara County Board of Education must adopt the resolution herewith to declare membership into SELF. The total combined fees for all of the coverage described is $223,249.76. Administration recommends approval of the 2015-16 combined rates for coverage under the South Bay Area Schools Insurance Authority for $223,249.76 and adoption of the resolution to join the Schools Excess Liability Fund. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
10B
C. *Request Approval of the Primary and Alternative Appointments to RDA Successor Agency Oversight Boards
(overview) Considering recent changes to staffing and responsibilities, it has been determined that several updates to RDA Successor Agency Oversight Board appointments are necessary. The City of Mountain View RDA Successor Agency Oversight Board is closed out. Therefore, appointments are no longer needed. Administration recommends approval of the updated primary and alternate appointments of the respective RDA Oversight Boards as noted. (Superintendent Gundry)
10C
11. INFORMATION ITEM
A. *Santa Clara County Office of Education Commitment to Educare Operations
(overview) On May 20, 2015, during the presentation of the Educare of California at Silicon Valley (ECSV) update, Board President Green requested that staff present the Board with an overview of SCCOE's commitments to ECSV's operations. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
11A
B. *Community First Proposal: Strengthening Economic Security for County Residents
(overview) President Green has requested that the Board discuss a resolution under Information Items regarding Community First Proposal: Strengthening Economic Security for County Residents. This resolution has been discussed with the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. (Superintendent Gundry)
11B
C. *Williams Complaint Report
(overview) Complaints filed for SCCOE school sites under the Williams Settlement are limited to insufficient textbooks or instructional materials, unsafe or unhealthy facility conditions or teacher vacancies or mis-assignments. One Williams complaint was received and resolved during the April through June 2015 reporting period. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
11C
D. *First Reading of Revised Board Policy/Exhibit 5117, BP 5125 and Exhibit 5145.6
(overview) On June 17, 2015, the Policy Development Subcommittee met and approved the revision of BP/Exhibit 5117 Interdistrict Attendance Appeals, BP 5125 Students Records and Exhibit 5145.6 Parental Notifications. This item is being brought for first reading to the Board and will be brought for approval at the July 29 meeting. (Vice President Song)
11D
E. *Employee Compensation Increase Exceeding the EC 1302(a) Limit
(overview) Education Code 1302(a) requires any annual increase in salary of $10,000 or more to be discussed by the County Board of Education at a regularly scheduled Board meeting. Dr. Angelica Ramsey has been appointed to the position of Associate Superintendent and will receive an annual compensation increase in the 2015-2016 fiscal year in excess of the $10,000 limit as a result of this appointment. (Superintendent Gundry)
11E
F. *Employee Compensation Increase Exceeding the EC 1302(a) Limit
(overview) Education Code 1302(a) requires any annual increase in salary of $10,000 or more to be discussed by the County Board of Education at a regularly scheduled Board meeting. Dr. Mary Ann Dewan has been appointed to the position of Deputy Superintendent and will receive an annual compensation increase in the 2015-2016 fiscal year in excess of the $10,000 limit as a result of this appointment. (Superintendent Gundry)
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G. *Head Start Monthly Board Reports (overview) As per the Head Start Act, all Head Start agencies are required to provide program information to the Board of Education. The May 2015 report will be provided. (Dr. Mary Ann Dewan)
11G
B. *Community First Proposal: Strengthening Economic Security for County Residents (overview) President Green has requested that the Board discuss a resolution under Information Items regarding Community First Proposal: Strengthening Economic Security for County Residents. This resolution has been discussed with the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. (Superintendent Gundry)
12. Board Committee Reports (overview) Committee members may provide or report on recent committee activities.
1. Budget Study Committee (Superintendent Gundry, Chair)
2. Policy Subcommittee (Trustee Song, Chair)
3. Joint Legislative Advisory Committee (Trustee Di Salvo, Chair)
4. Head Start Policy Council (Trustee Rossi)
5. Santa Clara County School Boards Association Executive Board (Trustee Green)
6. Joint Committee on Child Care (JCCC) (Trustees Song and Di Salvo)
7. Warmenhoven Inclusion Collaborative (Trustee Di Salvo)
8. California School Boards Association (CSBA) Delegate (Trustee Green)
9. California County Boards of Education (CCBE) Board of Directors (Trustee Green)
13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (overview) Requested items by Board members may be addressed at this time.
1. Mindfulness for Students, September 16 (Trustee Chang)
2. Civics Education/Kids Voting, September 16 (Trustee Di Salvo)
3. LCFF's effect on the Grand Jury's proposal for school districts consolidation (Trustee Di Salvo)
4. Discussion: Success rate in community and institutional schools - challenges and academic outcomes (Trustee Chang)
5. Discussion/update on Universal Student ID Foster Youth Database, July 29 (Trustee Green)
6. Follow-Up to the June 3 Charter Summit-July 29 (Trustee Song)
7. Budget Priorities (Trustee Kamei)
8. Downtown College Prep Update (Trustee Di Salvo)
14. PUBLIC COMMENTS OF PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD ON ITEMS AGENDIZED FOR CLOSED SESSION (overview) At this time, members of the public may address the Board on any item agendized for closed session. No action can be taken on an item not on the agenda at this time, but may be referred to the administration or put on a future agenda. In accordance with Board Bylaw 9323, individual remarks will be limited to 3 minutes each, unless otherwise stipulated.
15. The Board will hold a Closed Session to consider the following item:
A. Public Employee Performance Evaluation Title: County Superintendent of Schools (Government Code Section 54957(b)(1))
16. Report of actions taken in Closed Session
17. ADJOURNMENT
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