The President will call the meeting to order. The meeting is held in person at 1290 Ridder Park Drive, San Jose, CA 95131
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Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation:
Local 1 (669) 900-6833, Meeting ID: 727 334 810
Para espanol llame al 1 (669) 900-6833 y despues el numero 727 334 810
Simultaneous Vietnamese Interpretation:
Local 1 (669) 900-6833, Meeting ID: 921 8153 9516
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Background
The SCCBOE will recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll call of the trustees will be taken and any absences of trustees will be recorded. The board may take action on absences if needed.
The Board shall set the agenda by establishing it as posted. Changes to the posted agenda may only occur as permitted by Education and Government Code including the Brown Act or as described in Board Bylaws. Permitted revisions to the posted agenda include the movement of items from consent to action or reordering the sequence of agenda items.
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Background
The Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCBOE) recognizes ten(10) SCCOE employees each year for outstanding service to students, parents, coworkers, and customers. Sinithia Sazio, the Assistant Manager for the Early Head Start Program, is May’s Employee of the Month.
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Background
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. As such, the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) and the Student Wellness Advisory Group (SWAG) have chosen the month of May to launch their #H.E.C.K.A.well campaign. #H.E.C.K.A.well is an acronym for Helping Every Child Know Authentic Wellness and the campaign is geared towards destigmatizing the myths that pertain to mental health awareness and supports.
Student Impact
In alignment with the Bill of Rights for Children and Young Adults, the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) strives to provide and promote social and emotional learning for all students.
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Requested Action
Approve Consent Action Items as listed in Item #5 Consent Action Items.
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Requested Action
Approve Minutes of the Regular Board meeting of April 19, 2023 (#2317)
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Background
May 9 is an opportunity to raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl, empowering youth and community members to make safe and healthy decisions. The Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) collaborates to address the dangers of fentanyl specific to youth and works with municipalities and educational organizations to share collateral specific to campaigns aimed at youth. The SCCBOE has named student physical and mental health as a priority.
Student Impact
In 2021, 154 opioid-related overdose deaths were recorded in Santa Clara County, 31 of which were youth aged 15-24, and 11 ages 10-19. The Santa Clara County Office of Education collaborates to address the dangers of fentanyl specific to youth and works with municipalities and educational organizations to share collateral specific to campaigns aimed at youth, empowering them to make safe and healthy choices.
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Background
National School Nurse Day is celebrated on the Wednesday of National School Nurse Week, which is May 6 - 12 each year. National School Nurse Day was established in 1972, with the goal of educating the public of the critical role of school nurses in the education setting.
Student Impact
National School Nurse Day and Week are an opportunity for youth and schools to honor the value school nurses bring to a campus. The County Superintendent of Schools and SCCBOE recognize the important contributions of nurses including ensuring the health and well-being of all students and staff in Santa Clara County schools.
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Background
The week of May 21–27, 2023 is recognized as Classified School Employee Week by the Santa Clara County Office of Education. The California Legislature has named the third full week of May as Classified School Employee Week for their contributions made to students and learning institutions.
Student Impact
Classified school employees are an integral part of the educational system and their impact on student outcomes is vast. Classified employees provide services that enable the SCCOE and the districts within Santa Clara County to respond effectively to the needs of students, their families, staff, and the greater community. Classified employees play a key role in creating a school environment that contributes to the whole child by promoting student achievement, wellbeing, and health. The County Superintendent of Schools and SCCBOE recognize the important contributions of classified employees and their significant impact on students.
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Background
Teacher Appreciation Week is celebrated during the first full week of May each year and offers the opportunity for communities to reaffirm their commitment to teacher partnerships. Teacher Appreciation Week is a perfect time to thank teachers for their dedicated service and support for children throughout the year. While appreciation alone will not reduce the challenges teachers face, it will let them know their efforts are not going unnoticed.
Student Impact
The Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) is committed to improving the academic and social-emotional outcomes that have a direct impact on student achievement. The County Superintendent of Schools and SCCBOE recognize the important contributions of teachers for learning and overall well-being of students in Santa Clara County schools.
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Background
The members of the Board may give reports on activities related to their duties as members of the Santa Clara County Board of Education.
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Mefula Fairley, Executive Director, Charter Schools
Background
At each regular Board Meeting, a Charter Schools Update is provided as a standing agenda item. Topics may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Summit Public Schools
Charter School staff will provide an update on Summit Public Schools.
SB 739
Charter School Staff will provide an update on SB 739.
Student Impact
The Charter Schools Department provides monitoring and oversight for 22 County Board of Education authorized charter schools, serving approximately 10,000 students.
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Background
The County Board will hold a hearing and take action on an interdistrict attendance appeal on behalf of student, Resident District: San Jose Unified School District, Desired District: Campbell Union High School District
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
The County Board will hold a Closed Session to discuss the following matter:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2): 1 case
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
The County Board will hold a Closed Session to discuss the following item:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9: 2 cases
Report of Actions Taken in Closed Session
The following Committees met after the April 19, 2023 SCCBOE meeting:
Standing Committees
Policy Development Subcommittee: August 2, 2023 (Vice President Sreekrishnan)
Joint Legislative Advisory Committee (JLAC): September 20, 2023 (President Chon)
Budget Study Committee: May 17, 2023 (Dr. Dewan, County Superintendent of Schools)
Membership Committees and Activities
California School Boards Association (CSBA) Delegate: May 20, 2023 (Trustee Berta)
California County Boards of Education (CCBE) Board of Directors: May 21, 2023 (Trustee Berta)
Santa Clara County School Boards Association (SCCSBA): May 10, 2023 (Trustee Mah)
Head Start Policy Council: May 16, 2023 (Trustee Lari)
Liaison Committees, Workgroups, and Community Activities
Warmenhoven Inclusion Collaborative Advisory Board: May 5, 2023 (Trustee Berta)
Strong Start Coalition: May 9, 2023 (Trustee Lari)
Silicon Valley Reads Advisory Committee, next meeting TBD (Trustee Mah)
The superintendent may give a report on any activities related to her duties.
Administrator
Mary Ann Dewan, Ph.D., County Superintendent of Schools
Larry Oshodi, Assistant Superintendent-Personnel Services
Background
Education Code 1302(a) requires a salary increase of $10,000 or more for an SCCOE employee to be provided as information at a regularly scheduled meeting of the SCCBOE. Recent promotions will result in salary increases above $10,000 for (10) employees.
Fiscal Implications
The following chart outlines the Employee number, new position title, the reason for the salary increase, prior and new annual salary, and the overall salary increase.
| # | Employee Number | New Position title | Reason (see Legend) | Prior Annual Salary | New Annual Salary | Salary Increase |
| 1 | XXX043 | Administrative Assistant IV | C | $89,177.04 | $100,212.00 | $11,034.96 |
| 2 | XXX660 | Supervisor-Administrative Services | C | $90,923.64 | $105,136.08 | $14,212.44 |
| 3 | XXX818 | Manager-Strategy & Implementation | C | $100,212.12 | $127,792.38 | $27,580.26 |
| 4 | XXX361 | Office Specialist-Restricted | C | $35,457.95 | $71,750.58 | $36,292.63 |
| 5 | XXX622 | Supervisor-Inclusion Collaborative | C | $97,769.28 | $110,392.56 | $12,623.28 |
| 6 | XXX874 | Supervisor-Inclusion Collaborative | C | $97,769.28 | $110,392.56 | $12,623.28 |
| 7 | XXX379 | Custodian, Lead | C | $46,358.40 | $62,093.04 | $15,734.64 |
| 8 | XXX708 | Manager-Risk & Liability | C | $140,892.00 | $163,100.04 | $22,208.04 |
| 9 | XXX969 | Director III-General Services | C | $127,792.80 | $163,100.04 | $35,307.24 |
| 10 | XXX150 | Applications Systems Analyst | C | $90,923.64 | $106,887.12 | $15,963.48 |
LEGEND:
A: Interim Promotion (temporary only)
B: Increase in calendar
C: Promotion
D: Position reinstatement
E: Promotion and increase in calendar
F: Position change and increase in calendar
G: Increase in FTE
H: CPI Increase
Student Impact
Human Resources ensures our students receive quality instruction through the selection, assignment, and support of qualified leaders, teachers, and staff.
The next Santa Clara County Board of Education regular meeting is scheduled for May 17, 2023.