Regular Board of Education Meeting
Los Alamitos USD
September 25, 2018 4:30PM
Los Alamitos Unified School District
District Office Board Room
10293 Bloomfield Street
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
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Board President, Dr. Jeffrey Barke called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
Sherry Kropp, Andrew Pulver, Ondrea Reed, and Tina Dingillo were also present. Angelyka Chaviano-Montes joined the meeting at 6:30p.m.
Dave Boyer and Nancy Nien were absent.
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Barbara Farrell - Petition (over 2,600) - Roni Ellis statement
Nanetta Greenhill-Casados - Cultural Intolerance
Dwight Radcliff - Racial tension and activity in the District
Domineque Radcliff - Racial Issues- Jnr. @ LAHS
Deshun Jones-Racliff - Racial tension in school district
Lyric Greenhill-Casados - Racial Issues at LAHS
Jessica Riegert - Miscellaneous High School Relationship
Cathery Yeh - Human Relations and Social Media - presented the Board with books
Christine El Ovardan - Social Media
Angana Pathale - Task Force, Education
Stephanie Tellez - Education for staff
Olaina Anderson - Human Relations & Social Media
John Underwood - Announcement - LATV3
Debbie Wilder - Social Media
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| Dr. Sherry Kropp, Superintendent |
| Superintendent, Dr. Sherry Kropp, presented a workshop on Human Relations and Social Media. |
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| Dr. Andrew Pulver, Assistant Superintendent |
| This workshop was tabled and will be presented at the October 9, 2018 meeting. |
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| The Board went into Closed Session at 5:50 p.m. |
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Dr. Barke opened the meeting at 6:32 p.m. and reported that at 4:30 p.m. Superintendent Kropp presented a workshop on Human Relations and Social Media.
Dr. Barke reported that the Board went into closed session at 5:50 p.m. No action was taken.
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| Mrs. Mari Barke led the Pledge of Allegiance. |
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The Board President will address the community and give a report.
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Dr. Barke reported on a national campaign for a culture of inclusion and what the high school is currently doing. Dr. Barke shared a video, "Start with Hello".
Mrs. Hill attended the event and discussed her experience. |
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Student Board Member, Angelyka Chaviano-Montes will report on school, student and community events.
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| Angelyka Chaviano-Montes reported on Back to School Night, Pep Rally, Football and Volleyball Games, Club Rush and the Haunted Homecoming Dance. |
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The Superintendent, Dr. Sherry Kropp, will present information on a variety of District business.
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| Dr. Sherry Kropp reported on Human Relations Diversity, Equity and Access. |
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Dwight Radcliff - Ongoing and increasing racial tension and activity
Deshun Jones-Radcliff - Racial tension
Dominique Radcliff - Racial issues
Lyric Casados - Racial incident
Sicola Elliott - Oak Middle School Employee - wants to be part of the solution
Jeannine Ball - Systemic change to serve our students
Ann Saks - Racism
Mary Ann Nasser - Double standard of public out cry and attention
Tricia Ridgeway - parent/negativity
Danyelle Burke - Racism
Olaina Anderson - Human Relations & Social Media
Manetha Greenhill-Casados - Cultural Intolerance
Angana Pathale - Task Force, Policies
Lance Malinowski - LAHS Teacher
Debbie Wilder - passed
Drew Sells - Teachable moments
Leslie Weber - LAHS Teacher
Jessica Riegert - LAHS Teacher - Invite Board to classrooms
Desmond Belgrave - Snr. Class President LAHS
Marlys Davidson - Human Relations & Social Media - Task Force
Eddie Courtemarche - LAHS Teacher
Stephanie Tellez - Education for staff and teachers
Barbara Farrell - Petition of over 2,600
Jacqueline Fowler - Education
Sogema Montes - Racism
Cathery Yeh - Education - presented $800 worth of books to the Board/Administration
Frank Petrick
Fatimah Grimes - Diversity in Los Al
Earick Ward - left before speaking
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| Mrs. Hill pulled Consent item 10(g) |
Consent items 10(a)-(f), (h) - (ll) Passed with a motion by Dr. Jeffrey Barke and a second by Mrs. Meg Cutuli. |
Yes Dr. Jeffrey Barke .
Absent David Boyer.
Yes Mrs. Meg Cutuli.
Yes Mrs. Diana Hill .
Yes Mrs. Karen Russell .
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Who: Board Members
What: Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce Monthly and Installation Breakfasts. Why: The Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce is established to celebrate and discuss topics of mutual interests between the City, Community, the Chamber, and the School District. This breakfast provides an opportunity to network with other city leaders. The Installation Breakfast recognize Honorees for the year.
When: 2018-2019 Where: Old Ranch Country Club, 3901 Lampson Avenue, Seal Beach, CA
Cost: Will not exceed $25 per person, per meeting and will be paid from the Superintendent's Budget.
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Who: Kuder Career Planning System What: Renewal of an agreement with Kuder Career Planning system for 2018-2019 Where: McAuliffe and Oak Middle Schools When: September 30, 2018-September 30, 2019 Why: Kuder Career Planning System provides a secure, online personal portfolio for each individual to access throughout his/her educational program. All information is stored and may be accessed by counselors and parents in order to support the guidance process. Curriculum support activities are correlated to the National Career Development and School Counseling Standards. Assignments will be available online when students are absent. Cost: Cost will not exceed $1,700.00 and will be be paid from Community Collaborative (CTE) Grant.
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Kuder Career Planning System provides a secure, online personal portfolio for each individual to access throughout his/her educational program. All information is stored and may be accessed by counselors and parents in order to support the guidance process. Curriculum support activities are correlated to the National Career Development and School Counseling Standards. Assignments will be available online when students are absent.
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Approval of a renewal of an agreement with Kuder Career Planning System to provide internet-based tools and resources for 2018-2019.
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Who: California Weekly Explorer What: Independent Contractor Agreement Where: Weaver Elementary School When: December 14 and December 18, 2018 Why: California Weekly Explorer will present A Walk Through assembly for students. The assembly is and engaging and interactive education presentation of standards-based history curriculum through literacy and the arts. The presentation guides students through historical events using dynamic kid-friendly stories and activities. Cost: Cost will not exceed $1,035.00 and will be paid for from donations from Weaver PTA.
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California Weekly Explorer will present A Walk Through assembly for students. The assembly is and engaging and interactive education presentation of standards-based history curriculum through literacy and the arts. The presentation guides students through historical events using dynamic kid-friendly stories and activities.
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Approval of an Independent Contractor Agreement with California Weekly Explorer to present a Walk Through assembly for Weaver Elementary School Students December 14 and December 18, 2018
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Who: Loving Guidance, Inc. What: Independent Contractor Agreement Where: Hopkinson and Weaver Elementary Schools When: September 28, 2018 Why: Teachers will be taught how to implement the Conscious Discipline Program, a program designed to support teachers with reinforcing positive behaviors and removing negative judgement. Cost: Cost will not exceed $3,970.00 and will be paid for from site discretionary funds.
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Teachers will be taught how to implement the Conscious Discipline Program, a program designed to support teachers with reinforcing positive behaviors and removing negative judgement.
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Approval of an Independent Contractor Agreement between Loving Guidance, Inc. and Los Alamitos Unified School District to provide a Conscious Discipline Program for the Hopkinson and Weaver Elementary School teachers.
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Who: Approximately thirty Los Alamitos High School marine biology students will be accompanied by Gordon MacDuff, Kelly Rofe, teachers, and Doug Tweety, substitute teacher. What: Overnight Extended Field Trip Where: Catalina Island Marine Institute (CIMI) When: November 2 - 4, 2018 (Students will miss one day of school.) Why: Students will have an opportunity to experience some of the marine related topics in their actual environment that they study at Los Alamitos High School in marine biology classes. cost: Cost per student will not exceed $320.00 and will be paid for by parent/student donations.
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Students will have an opportunity to experience some of the marine related topics in their actual environment that they study at Los Alamitos High School in marine biology classes.
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Approval of an Overnight Extended Field Trip by Los Alamitos High School Marine Biology students to Calalina Island Marine Institute (CIMIA)
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Who: Ten Los Alamitos High School MUN Students will be accompanied by Maria Kibtya, teacher, and one, adult chaperone. What: Overnight Extended Field Trip Where: New York, NY When: November 15-18, 2018 (Students will miss two days of school.) Why: LAHS MUN will travel to New York to compete in the NYU Empire Conference and visit the United Nations. Cost: Cost will not exceed $1,110.00 per students and will be paid for by parent/student donations.
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LAHS MUN will travel to New York to compete in the NYU Empire Conference and visit the United Nations.
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| Mrs. Hill pulled Consent item 10(g) to highlight and discuss how proud the Board is of the students competing in the Annual MUN Conference. |
Approval of an overnight extended field trip by Los Alamitos High School Model United Nations students to New York, NY, to compete in the Annual MUN Conference November 15 - 18, 2018.
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Approval of an overnight extended field trip by Los Alamitos High School Model United Nations students to New York, NY, to compete in the Annual MUN Conference November 15 - 18, 2018.
Passed with a motion by Dr. Jeffrey Barke and a second by Mrs. Diana Hill . |
Yes Dr. Jeffrey Barke .
Absent David Boyer.
Yes Mrs. Meg Cutuli.
Yes Mrs. Diana Hill .
Yes Mrs. Karen Russell .
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Who: Approximately 102 Rossmoor Elementary School students will be accompanied by Amy Belsha, Principal, Gina Decker, Julie Belikoff, Nikki Prutos, teachers and parent chaperones. What: Extended Field Trip to Sacramento, CA Where: Sacramento, CA When: March 29, 2019 (Students will miss one day of school.)
Why: Students will have an opportunity to visit the California State Capitol, and discover the impact that the Transcontinental Railroad had on California and the nation during their visit to the Railroad Museum. This is also an opportunity for students to bring what they are learning about the California Gold Rush to life. Cost: Cost will not exceed $440.00 per students and will be paid for by parent/student donations.
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Students will have an opportunity to visit the California State Capitol, and discover the impact that the Transcontinental Railroad had on California and the nation during their visit to the Railroad Museum. This is also an opportunity for students to bring what they are learning about the California Gold Rush to life.
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Approval of an extended field trip by Rossmoor Elementary fourth grade students to Sacramento, CA, March 29, 2019
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Who: Approximately 105 Hopkinson Elementary 4th Grade Students will be accompanied by Evelyn Garcia, Principal, Chelsea Moore, Amanda Shelley, and Laruinda Zess, teachers, What: Overnight Extended Field Trip Where: Sacramento and San Francisco, CA When: April 11-12, 2019 (Students will miss two days of school.)
Why: Students will have an opportunity to experience living history and make real world connections to the history they have been learning about during the school year. Cost: Cost will not exceed $705.00 per student and will be paid for by parent/student donations.
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Students will have an opportunity to experience living history and make real world connections to the history they have been learning about during the school year.
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Approval of an Overnight Extended Field Trip by Hopkinson Elementary Fourth Grade Students to Sacramento and San Francisco April 11-12, 2019
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Who: Project Lead the Way (PLTW) What: Project Lead the Way (PLTW) License Where: Rossmoor Elementary School When: 2018-2019 Why: Project Lead the Way is nationally recognized as providing premier STEM experiences for students in Engineering and Design. PLTW allows for access for students and teachers to rigorous coursework, curricular projects, nationwide contests, and career opportunities. Cost: Cost will not exceed $750.00 and will be paid for from Rossmoor Elementary School site funds.
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Project Lead the Way is nationally recognized as providing premier STEM experiences for students in Engineering and Design. PLTW allows for access for students and teachers to rigorous coursework, curricular projects, nationwide contests, and career opportunities.
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Ratification of an agreement between Los Alamitos Unified School District and Project Lead the Way (PLTW) to provide various curricular programs.
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Who: Jewish Family and Children's Services of Greater Long Beach/West Orange County (JFCS) a non-profit organization. What: Independent Contractor Agreement Where: Los Alamitos Elementary School When: 2018/2019 Why: JFCS will coordinate and provide a weekly, student intern, small group counseling program in small-group settings. Cost: Cost will not exceed $10,240.00 and will be paid from Title I funds.
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Jewish Family and Children's Services of Greater Long Beach/West Orange County (JFCS) a non-profit organization, will coordinate and provide a weekly, student intern, small group counseling program in small-group settings.
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Ratification of an agreement between Jewish Family and Children's Services of Greater Long Beach/West Orange County (JFCS) and Los Alamitos Unified School District.
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Who: The Journey Project LLC What: Independent Contractor Agreement Where: Rossmoor Elementary School When: September 28, 2018 Why: The Journey Project LLC will lead professional development around Reading and Writing Workshop as well as provide individual coaching. Cost: Cost will not exceed $700.00 and will be paid from site discretionary funds.
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The Journey Project LLC will lead professional development around Reading and Writing Workshop as well as provide individual coaching.
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Approval of an Independent Contractor Agreement with The Journey Project LLC to provide literacy consulting training for Rossmoor elementary School staff.
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Who: Learning Genie, Inc. What: Learning Genie Software Service Agreement Where: Child Development Center When: 2018 - 2021 Why: Learning Genie, Inc. allows preschool staff to save time by assessing children with the technology based program, create digital portfolios, download assessments, create tools for more productive PLCs and lesson planning. Cost: Cost will not exceed $5,700.00 over a three-year period to be paid for from Friends of Child Development Center donation.
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Learning Genie Inc. allows preschool staff to save time by assessing children with the technology based program, create digital portfolios, download assessments, create tools for more productive PLCs and lesson planning.
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Ratification of an agreement with Learning Genie, Inc. software for the Child Development Center.
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Who: Ned's Mindset Mission All for Kidz, Inc. What: Program Agreement Where: Lee Elementary School When: October 10, 2018 Why: Ned's Mindset Mission will present a free 45-minute assembly for Lee Elementary School students that promotes positive motivation and direction that leads to success. Cost: There is no cost to the district.
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Ned's Mindset Mission will present a free 45-minute assembly for Lee Elementary School students that promotes positive motivation and direction that leads to success.
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Approval of a Program Agreement with Ned's Mindset Mission All for Kidz, Inc. to provide an assembly for Lee Elementary School students.
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Who: NewsELA What: Agreement for NewsELA Site License
Where: Rossmoor Elementary School When: 2018/2019 Why: NewsELA is a web resource that provides supplemental subject-aligned and current event reading content. Cost: Cost will not exceed $4,000.00 and will be paid for from Rossmoor Elementary School donation funds.
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NewsELA is a web resource that provides supplemental subject-aligned and current event reading content.
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Approval of an agreement for NewsELA site license for Rossmoor Elementary School.
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Who: California Weekly Explorer What: Independent Contractor Agreement Where: Rossmoor Elementary School When: January 14, 15, 28, 29, 2019 Why: California Weekly Explorer will present A Walk Through assembly for students. The assembly is engaging and an interactive education presentation of standards-based history curriculum through literacy and the arts. The presentation guides students through historical events using dynamic kid-friendly stories and activities. Cost: Cost will not exceed $2,710.00 and will be paid for from Rossmoor Elementary School PTA donations.
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California Weekly Explorer will present A Walk Through assembly for students. The assembly is engaging and an interactive education presentation of standards-based history curriculum through literacy and the arts. The presentation guides students through historical events using dynamic kid-friendly stories and activities.
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Approval of an independent contractor agreement with California Weekly Explorer to present A Walk Through Assembly for students January 14, 15, 28, and 29, 2019.
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Who: California Weekly Explorer What: Independent Contractor Agreement Where: Hopkinson Elementary School When: April 8, 15, 16, and 18, 2019 Why: California Weekly Explorer will present A Walk Through assembly for students. The assembly is engaging and an interactive education presentation of standards-based history curriculum through literacy and the arts. The present guides students through historical event using dynamic kid-friendly stories and activities. Cost: Cost will not exceed $2,710.00 and will be paid for from Hopkinson PTA donations.
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California Weekly Explorer will present A Walk Through assembly for students. The assembly is engaging an engaging and interactive education presentation of standards-based history curriculum through literacy and the arts. The present guides students through historical event using dynamic kid-friendly stories and activities.
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Approval of an independent contractor agreement with California Weekly Explorer to present A Walk Through Assembly for students April 8, 15, 16, and 18, 2019.
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Who: Illuminate Education What: Agreement of an Amendment to an Agreement with Illuminate Education to Upgrade Los Alamitos Unified School District's Test Bank to Inspect Plus Where: K-12 Schools When: 2018 - 2022 Why: This upgrade will double the number of items in the test bank and allows for teachers to create assessments. Cost: There is no cost for 2018/2019. Cost will not exceed $22,302.00 annually and will be paid for from Educational Services LCFF funds.
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This upgrade will double the number of items in the test bank and allows for teachers to create assessments.
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Approval of an agreement with Illuminate Education to upgrade the test bank to to Inspect Plus.
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Who: Clarix Technologies, Inc. What: Host Licenses for Adobe Connects Program Where: Los Alamitos High School When: 2018-2020 Why: Adobe Connects Virtual Classroom provides access to online instruction and to address questions after school hours from any laptop or mobile device. The licensing from Clarix is required to sustain the online collaboration and instructional tools for on-line courses. Cost: Cost will not exceed $6,105.00 to be paid from Los Alamitos High School site funds.
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Adobe Connects Virtual Classroom provides access to online instruction and to address questions after school hours from any laptop or mobile device. The licensing from Clarix is required to sustain the online collaboration and instructional tools for on-line courses.
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Approval of a two-year renewal contract with Clarix Technologies to provide Adobe Connects on-line program for Los Alamtios High School teachers.
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Who: Learn by Doing, Inc. What: Agreement with Learn by Doing, Inc. to provide access to Albert.io's AP Exam Prep Resources Where: Los Alamitos High School When: 2018-2019 Why: Albert.io's provides student access to resources for AP Language and AP Literature curriculum to support the various level of learners in Los Alamitos High School's rigorous courses. Cost: Cost will not exceed $2,500.00 and will be paid from Educational Services Department funds.
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Albert.io's provides student access to resources for AP Language and AP Literature curriculum to support the various level of learners in Los Alamitos High School's rigorous courses.
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Approval of an agreement with Learn by Doing, Inc. to provide access to Albert.io's online AP Exam Prep Resources to students at Los Alamitos High School.
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Who: Claudia Vecchio Wille What: Independent Contractor Agreement Where: McGaugh Elementary School When: April 1, 2018 - June 15, 2018 Why: Claudia Vecchio Wille provided on-site professional development, classroom lab demonstration and study sessions, and coaching focusing on balanced literacy.
Cost: Cost will not exceed $3,100.00 and will be paid from McGaugh Elementary School donation funds.
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Claudia Vecchio Wille provided on-site professional development, classroom lab demonstration and study sessions, and coaching focusing on balanced literacy.
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Who: The Regents of the University of California What: Affiliation Agreement Where: Los Alamitos When: April 3, 2018 through June 30, 2019 Why: The University of California, Irvine will provide vision screenings and follow-up vision care to preschool students. Cost: There is no cost to the District.
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| Approval of an affiliation agreement with the Regents of the University of California. |
Approval of an affiliation agreement with the Regents of the University of California.
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Who: Olive Crest Academy What: Master and individual contract Where: Orange, CA When: August 27, 2018 - June 30, 2019 Why: Olive Crest Academy provides the educational placement for this student with special needs Cost: Not to exceed $48,647.66
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Ratification of a master and individual contract with Olive Crest Academy to provide services for a student with special needs (Student #1190119044).
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Ratification of a master and individual contract with Olive Crest Academy to provide services for a student with special needs.
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Approval is requested of a confidential settlement agreement (Student #1190111264) Approval is requested of a confidential settlement agreement (Student #1190112430)
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Who: Movie Licensing USA What: One Year Public Performance Site License Renewal When: September 11, 2018 - September 10, 2019 Where: Extended Day Care Centers at all elementary and middle school sites Why: Allows the District's Extended Day Care Centers to legally show copyrighted entertainment movies without risking copyright infringement. Cost: $335.00 per site ($2,680.00) to be paid from the Extended Day Care Centers' budgets.
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Allows the District's Extended Day Care Centers to legally show copyrighted entertainment movies without risking copyright infringement.
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Ratification of an Annual Public Performance Site License Agreement with Movie Licensing USA which will allow the Extended Day Care Centers to legally show copyrighted Entertainment movies.
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Who: SuperfanU, Inc. What: Approval of contract with SuperfanU, Inc. When: 2018-2021 school years, reviewed annually Where: Los Alamitos High School Why: Mobile and web application summarizing the number of spectators at a LAHS event Cost: Not to exceed $3,500 annually paid with ASB funds.
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Approval of contract with SuperfanU, Inc. to incentivize participation and connectivity with all Los Alamitos High School events.
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Approval of contract with SuperfanU, Inc. to incentivize participation and connectivity with all Los Alamitos High School events.
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Who: First Class Events What: Approval of event contracts for LAHS student body 2019 off-campus dances, Winter Formal and Prom When: January 12, 2019 and May 18, 2019 Where: Winter Formal - AV Irvine, Prom - Phoenix Club Why: 2019 formal dances Cost: Not to exceed a combined total of $140,000, paid by ASB
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Approval of event contract with First Class Events for 2019 student off-campus dances for Los Alamitos High School, Winter Formal and Prom
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Approval of event contract with First Class Events for 2019 student off-campus dances for Los Alamitos High School, Winter Formal and Prom
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Who: TGR Geotechnical, Inc. What: Geotechnical observation and material testing services for the Infrastructure project When: September 10, 2018 through the completion of the work Where: Los Alamitos High School Why: Geotechnical observation and material testing as required by the Division of the State Architect (DSA) for the Los Alamitos High School Infrastructure Project. Cost: Not to exceed $47,300.00 to be paid from the Deferred Maintenance Fund.
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Ratification of contract with TGR Geotechnical, Inc. for the geotechnical observation and material testing for the Los Alamitos High School Infrastructure project.
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Ratification of contract with TGR Geotechnical, Inc. for the geotechnical observation and material testing for the Los Alamitos High School Infrastructure project.
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Who: JMJ Construction What: Filing of Notice of Completion Where: Weaver Elementary School When: Project completed on August 8, 2018 Why: Notice of Completion document has been filed and recorded with the County of Orange to trigger the time period for the recording of mechanics liens and service of stop payment notices. Cost: No cost, fee waived by the County of Orange.
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Ratification of filing of Notice of Completion for JMJ Construction for the Weaver Elementary School Playground Project.
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Ratification of filing of Notice of Completion for JMJ Construction for the Weaver Elementary School Playground Project.
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Who: Ultrasystems Environmental, Inc. What: CEQA services for the Los Alamitos High School Multi-Story Building and technical studies. When: September 26, 2018 through the completion of the work Where: Los Alamitos High School Why: In alignment with California Code of regulations Section 1500 et seq., an environmental document shall be prepared. Cost: Not to exceed $48,050.00 to be paid from the Maintenance Budget.
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Approval of contract with Ultrasystems Environmental, Inc. for CEQA services for the Los Alamitos High School Multi-Story Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Building.
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Approval of contract with Ultrasystems Environmental, Inc. for CEQA services for the Los Alamitos High School Multi-Story Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Building.
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Who: CSA Holdings, Inc. dba Sports Field Services What: Sports field maintenance and repair When: September 26, 2018 through the completion of the work. Where: Los Alamitos High School Why: The baseball and softball infields require laser leveler leveling, lip removal between the infields and outfields. All fields including the practice fields require top dressing to level the fields. Price includes all materials, labor, and equipment. Cost: Not to exceed $148,600.00 plus a District-controlled contingency for unforeseen conditions of $14,860.00 (10%), for a total award of $163,460.00 to be paid from the Maintenance budget.
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Acceptance of Bid No. 2018-2019-003 and approval of a contract with CSA Holdings, Inc. dba Sports Field Services for maintenance to the Los Alamitos High School Sports Field.
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Acceptance of Bid No. 2018-2019-003 and approval of a contract with CSA Holdings, Inc. dba Sports Field Services for maintenance to the Los Alamitos High School Sports Field.
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Who: ConvergeOne, Inc.
What: Agreement with ConvergeOne, Inc. to assist in network security, unified communications, and network support as needed
When: September 26, 2018 through June 30, 2019 Where: Districtwide
Why: With the large number of projects and new security systems we have deployed, the Information Technology Department’s goal is to implement projects within a reasonable time to benefit instruction and safety. ConvergeOne is a Microsoft and Cisco Partner who will provide resources and safety recommendations to our District in resolving issues and implementing projects successfully. ConvergeOne would be available to our District as technology issues arise and to assist with security solutions.
Cost: Not to exceed $10,000. To be paid from the Technology budget.
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Agreement with ConvergeOne, Inc. to assist in network security, unified communications, and network support as needed
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Agreement with ConvergeOne, Inc. to assist in network security, unified communications, and network support as needed
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Who: MakeMusic,Inc. What: Ratification of an agreement with MakeMusic, Inc. for the online SmartMusic Software Where: Los Alamitos High School When: August 16, 2018 through August 15, 2019 Why: This amendment adds a teacher account and 38 student subscriptions to be used by the Jazz Band and Orchestra. SmartMusic is an interactive practice software that the Los Alamitos High School Band will use to provide tools for students to improve their skills. The SmartMusic Software will allow for review and critique of student work once they have uploaded and recorded it through the program. The LAHS Band Boosters will continue to assist supporting the cost of the maintenance agreement. Cost: Not to exceed $4,187.00. To be paid from the Site Donation Fund.
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Ratification of an agreement with MakeMusic, Inc. for the online SmartMusic Software
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Ratification of an agreement with MakeMusic, Inc. for the online SmartMusic Software
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Who: Palo Alto Networks What: Approval to utilize the National Association of State Procurement Officials (WSCA-NASPO) Addendum No. 7-14-70-11 to Contract No. AR626 Awarded to Palo Alto Networks for products and services for the Los Alamitos Unified School District Where: Districtwide When: September 26, 2018 through May 31, 2019 Why: The Los Alamitos Unified School District continues to provide, assess and improve technology as part of our 21st Century Classrooms. This agreement will provide the ability to purchase data communication products and services across our District. The District staff has negotiated prices for purchase and warranty of hardware, installation, maintenance and services that are competitive and fair and has determined that this California Participating Addendum contract is the most economical means for providing Palo Alto Networks products and solutions to the District. Cost: As needs arise; quotes will be requested. To be paid from the Technology and Site Fund.
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Approval to utilize the National Association of State Procurement Officials (WSCA-NASPO) Addendum No. 7-14-70-11 to Contract No. AR626 Awarded to Palo Alto Networks for products and services for the Los Alamitos Unified School District
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Approval to utilize the National Association of State Procurement Officials (WSCA-NASPO) Addendum No. 7-14-70-11 to Contract No. AR626 Awarded to Palo Alto Networks for products and services for the Los Alamitos Unified School District
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Who: California State University Long Beach (CSULB) and San Bernardino (CSUSB) student interns.
What: Approval of the Student Field Placement Agreement with the California State University on behalf of California State Long Beach (CSULB) and San Bernardino (CSUSB). Why: Host and supervise dietetic interns for California State University Long Beach (CSULB) and San Bernardino (CSUSB). When: 2018-2023 School years Where: Districtwide Cost: No cost to the District
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The administration recommends approval of the agreement for Food Services to host and supervise dietetic interns for the California State University Long Beach (CSULB) and San Bernardino (CSUSB).
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Approval of the Student Field Placement Agreement with the California State University Long Beach (CSULB) and San Bernardino (CSUSB).
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- Vocabulary Spelling City
- Constant Contact
- International Thespian Society
- California Junior Scholarship Federation (CJSF)
- Orange County District Superintendents' Organization
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Approval of memberships |
Memberships 9-25-18
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Revision of the 2019 Board Meeting Schedule changing the date from April 23 to April 9, 2018 due to Spring Break.
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Passed with a motion by Dr. Jeffrey Barke and a second by Mrs. Karen Russell . |
Yes Dr. Jeffrey Barke .
Absent David Boyer.
Yes Mrs. Meg Cutuli.
Yes Mrs. Diana Hill .
Yes Mrs. Karen Russell .
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Revised Board Meeting Schedule 2019
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Approval of Textbooks - Master ASL! Fingerspelling, Numbers and Glossing
- Master ASL! Level I
- Signing Naturally
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These textbooks have been available for preview for thirty days at the District Office, 10293 Bloomfield Street, Los Alamitos, CA.
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Passed with a motion by Dr. Jeffrey Barke and a second by Mrs. Karen Russell . |
Yes Dr. Jeffrey Barke .
Absent David Boyer.
Yes Mrs. Meg Cutuli.
Yes Mrs. Diana Hill .
Yes Mrs. Karen Russell .
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Approval of Textbooks - ASL
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The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Education approve warrants totaling $3,761,905.61 for the period of August 22, 2018 through September 18, 2018.
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Approval of warrants. |
Approval of warrants. Passed with a motion by Dr. Jeffrey Barke and a second by Mrs. Karen Russell . |
Yes Dr. Jeffrey Barke .
Absent David Boyer.
Yes Mrs. Meg Cutuli.
Yes Mrs. Diana Hill .
Yes Mrs. Karen Russell .
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Warrants 9-25-18
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The Superintendent recommends that donations be accepted and that letters of appreciation be written to the donors.
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Acceptance of donations. |
Acceptance of donations. Passed with a motion by Dr. Jeffrey Barke and a second by Mrs. Meg Cutuli. |
Yes Dr. Jeffrey Barke .
Absent David Boyer.
Yes Mrs. Meg Cutuli.
Yes Mrs. Diana Hill .
Yes Mrs. Karen Russell .
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Donations 9-25-18
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Passed with a motion by Dr. Jeffrey Barke and a second by Mrs. Diana Hill . |
Yes Dr. Jeffrey Barke .
Absent David Boyer.
Yes Mrs. Meg Cutuli.
Yes Mrs. Diana Hill .
Yes Mrs. Karen Russell .
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Classified Personnel Report 9-25-18
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Passed with a motion by Dr. Jeffrey Barke and a second by Mrs. Diana Hill . |
Yes Dr. Jeffrey Barke .
Absent David Boyer.
Yes Mrs. Meg Cutuli.
Yes Mrs. Diana Hill .
Yes Mrs. Karen Russell .
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CP 9-25-18
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Mrs. Karen Russell discussed attending the State of the District and thanked the Los Alamitos Education Foundation (LAEF).
Mrs. Meg Cutuli reported her attendance at the community meeting that was held at the McGaugh Auditorium which was very informative.
Mrs. Cutuli discussed attending the Back-to-School Night at the high school, the Los Al Chamber Breakfast, and an ROP Meeting.
Mrs. Cutuli also reported her attendance at the State of the District, Leisure World Expo and the Seal Beach City District Working Group Meeting. Mrs. Cutuli also attended the PTA Council Meeting and her granddaughter's JV volleyball game.
Mrs. Russell wanted to also add she attended the monthly SELPA meeting where Kathy Thomason, Business Manager, was recognized as Employee of the Year.
Mrs. Diana Hill reported her attendance at the Los Alamitos High School's Back-to-School Night, the Start with Hello event at the high school, and Eric Bowman’s funeral. Mrs. Hill also discussed attending the September 11 flag ceremony at McGaugh.
Mrs. Hill discussed attending the meeting at McGaugh where Dr. Kropp fielded questions.
Mrs. Hill also attended the parent night at the high school about Vaping and Cyber Safety.
Dr. Barke thanked those who spoke at the Board Meeting and is looking forward to doing the work that is necessary to move forward.
Dr. Barke reported his attendance at the State of the District, the High School's Back-to-School Night, Los Alamitos Chamber Breakfast and Leisure World's Expo.
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| No Additional Closed Session |
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| The meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m. |
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| Present | Dr. Jeffrey Barke |
| Absent | David Boyer |
| Present | Mrs. Meg Cutuli |
| Present | Mrs. Diana Hill |
| Present | Mrs. Karen Russell |
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