School Board Minutes
2000-2001 school year

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Eureka City Schools Board of Education

REGULAR WORKSHOP MEETING

June 27, 2001

3200 Walford Avenue, Eureka, CA

MINUTES

4:30 PM REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING (An audio recording is made of this meeting.)

A. CALL TO ORDER OF REGULAR SESSION

Hayes called the regular meeting to order at 4:34 p.m.

Members Present : Hayes, Israel, Anderson, Taplin

Members Absent : Pace

Staff Present : Scott, Aslanian, Thornton

B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG

Israel led the Pledge.

C. BOARD RECOGNITION

(1) CSEA Announcement of the Employee of the Year

CSEA President Cheryl Smith introduced CSEA employee of the year Mary Jane Edge who has been employed by the district since 1998. Ms. Smith spoke of Ms. Edgeíss contributions to the district and presented her with her well-deserved award.

D. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA

There were no adjustments to the agenda.

E. VISITOR COMMENTS

Jerry Rohde, Home and Hospital teacher, provided the Board with a proposal for a cost effective revision of the Home and Hospital program and explained how the changes would be managed. Mr. Rohde asked the Board to endorse the proposal and allow the program to move forward with the presented proposal. President Hayes recalled the Board had asked the Director of Alternative Education Pat Faeth to review all alternative education programs for cost effective restructuring and return to the Board with a report at the August 22 board meeting. Superintendent Scott offered to meet with Mr. Rohde.

F. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve

It was M/S by Israel/Taplin to approve the Consent Calendar items with the following changes: On page 2 of the Personnel Report, Certificated Personnel, line 6, the word ìttemporaryî was removed. Item (4) Resolution #00-01-084, Authorization to Offer for Sale District Property to Public Entities, Anderson received clarification the property is first offered to pubic entities prior to receiving the appraisal so they may offer a bid without knowledge of the appraised value. (The questioned came up as to whether the Board would have to accept the offer from a public entity if it matched the appraisal amount?

( 2) Personnel Report #19

( 3) Support Eureka High School Teen Parent Program Licensing

( 4) Resolution #00-01-084, Authorization to Offer for Sale District Property to Public Entities

( 5) Declaration of Equipment as Surplus and Authorization to Sell

( 6) Accept Donation to Lafayette Elementary School

( 7) Approval of Expenditure of API I and API II Funds - Lafayette, Grant, and Washington Elementary Schools and Winship Middle School

( 8) Accept the College Preparation Partnership Program Grant (CPPP) Award

( 9) Resolution #00-01-105, 2001-2002 Child Development Contract - GCTR-1062 - Winzler Childrens Center

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F. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve (continued)

(10) Resolution #00-01-106, 2001-2002 Child Development Contract - FCTR-1030 - Lincoln After School Program

(11) Intent to Apply for Professional Development Grant - Eureka High School

(12) Textbook Adoption - Math Grades 6-8

(13) Approve ETA Waiver for Elementary/Middle School Hours

(14) Resolution #00-01-103, Reduction/Elimination of Classified Position

(15) Resolution #00-01-104, Reduction/Elimination of Classified Position

(16) Intent to Apply for Physical Education for Progress Grant Program

(17) Resolution #00-01-107, Authorization for Negotiated sale of Tax Revenue Anticipation Notes (TRANS)

Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Pace. Motion carried.

G. DISCUSSION - The Board is Asked to Receive

(18) Overview of Spring Testing Program

Assistant Superintendent Bob Munther provided the Board with a three-year snapshot of the state assessment system. Munther explained the district hasnítt received the results of this yearíss STAR tests. Changes to the STAR tests were listed. The exemption percent rule has changed from 15% to 10% per site. Augmented tests have been added to the SAT 9 in high school science and social science. It is felt once the California standards tests and grading rubrics are in place, the SAT 9 will be a shorter test. A California science standards test was also introduced in the 4th and 7th grade. The window period to administer the test has changed to 85% of the school year completed. Because of this, the results are received after school is dismissed. The district administered 21 SABE 2 tests (primary language tests.) These were students whose home language is Spanish and have been in the system for the last 12 months. These students must also take all other tests.

Also an issue this year has been the high school exit exam. It was not known until approximately two days before it was administered whether it would be given or not. Approximately 500 freshmen participated, although results are not yet known. This is the most rigorous of all state graduation requirements in the nation. There is legislation to prevent the class of 2004 being the first class required to pass the HSEE to graduate. Passing levels are language arts 60% correct and math 55% correct. Next year the state will allow the test to be administered over a 3-day period rather than 2.

This year, the Golden State Exam was given to 733 EHS students. In the same month the high school was giving the SAT 9, STAR, and AP tests. Once the California standards test is in line, either it or the Golden State Exam may be taken for equal credit. This could be 2-5 years away.

Advanced placement tests (AP) have not changed. The high school administered AP exams to 112 students. Many of these students chose to study for their AP tests rather than take the STAR/SAT 9 tests.

The GED is also changing. Anyone in the process of receiving a GED must be completed by December 31, 2001, or begin the process over on the new test.

API monetary awards were explained. There were 116 ECS students who earned the Governoríss Scholarship Award. There were 115 students at EHS and 1 at Zoe Barnum. These students either scored in the top 10% of their class at a comprehensive high school or the top 5% of statewide scores. ECS BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES - June 27, 2001

Page 3 H. DISCUSSION/ACTION ñ The Board is asked to receive/discuss/approve

(19) Approve Date and Time for July Workshop

It was M/S by Anderson/Israel to approve July 12, 2001, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. as a board workshop. Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Pace. Motion carried.

(20) Adoption of 2001-2002 District Budget

CBO Jerry Johnson demonstrated the percentage of revenue sources in federal, local, and state sources along with percentages of expenditures. The current budget reflects the re-designation of Marshall to EHS, realignment of the middle schools to 6-8, realignment of Worthington to K-5, Board approved staffing adjustments to date, sale of Walford Avenue Parcel B for $900,000, timber harvest of Parcel B at $400,000, payment to the Office of Public School Construction for the Marshall roof with deferred maintenance funds, purchase versus lease of the portables, and re-roofing expenditures for Lincoln Elementary. Not reflected in the budget are Winzler deficit reductions through staffing adjustments, NJROTC program deficit reduction strategies, the Cal SAFE plan to increase revenue and reduce personnel expenditures, programmatic restructuring of the Home and Hospital and Center for Independent Study (funded at the 2000-2001 level), or the anticipated one-time energy relief funds from the Governor (estimated at

approximately $280,000.) The financing plan for district modernization and realignment projects was presented to the Board. The budget was approached fund by fund with a brief overview of the estimated actuals. Johnson emphasized the budget reflects the required 3% reserve of $1,311,451.48, but including the sale of Parcel B and the timber harvest, is only .2% over. These two sources are one-time only money and must be replaced with on-going funding in next yearíss budget.

It was M/S by Anderson/Taplin to approve adoption of the 2001-2002 Eureka City Schools Budget. Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Pace. Motion carried.

Hayes thanked staff for the incredible number of hours put into the many details of the budget. She also thanked the Board members for attending all the weekly meetings. Hayes added it is unfortunate this is not the end because of balancing the budget with one-time money and the decline in enrollment.

Johnson explained the August 22 meeting might be too late to present the revised budget and asked for an additional Board meeting on August 8, at 4:30 p.m. This will come to the July meeting for adoption.

I. RECESS

The Board recessed at 8:45 p.m.

J. CLOSED SESSION (closed to the public)

At 9:00 p.m., the Board moved to closed session.

Members Present: Hayes, Israel, Anderson, Taplin

Members Absent: Pace

Staff Present: Scott, Aslanian, Thornton

With respect to every item of business discussed in closed session pursuant to EC Sec. 48918(c) or 76030:

(21) Consideration of Student Expulsion(s) (no additional information required)

(a) Student #00-01-025 and (b) Student #00-01-026

Parents and students were not present. Assistant Superintendent Munther and Asst. Principal Larry Nicoll were present.

Parents and student were not present. Assistant Superintendent Munther and Asst. Principal Kathleen Lake were present.

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Page 4 J. CLOSED SESSION (closed to the public) (continued)

With respect to every item of business discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C Sections 48918(c) or 76030:

(22) Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release

No action taken.

With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C. Section 54957.6:

(23) Conference w/ Labor Negotiator(s) Regarding ETA/CSEA/Management Employees

No action taken.

There being no further closed session business, the meeting was adjourned.

K. ADJOURNMENT

It was M/S by Israel/Taplin to approve the recommendations of the hearing panel on Student #00-01-025 and -026, and discipline agreement on Student #00-01-027. Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Pace. Motion carried.

President Hayes adjourned the meeting at 10:25 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

James W. Scott, Ed.D.

Secretary of the Board of Education

CLERK OF THE BOARD DATE

The next regular meeting will be held July 18, 2001, at 4:30 p.m. in the district boardroom

Eureka City Schools Board of Education

REGULAR WORKSHOP MEETING

June 13, 2001

3200 Walford Avenue, Eureka, CA

MINUTES

5:00 PM REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING

A. CALL TO ORDER OF REGULAR SESSION

The regular meeting was called to order by Hayes at 5:00 p.m.

Members Present : Hayes, Israel, Anderson, Taplin, Pace, Gruskin

Members Absent : None

Staff Present : Scott, D. Johnson

B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG

C. ADJUSTMENT TO THE AGENDA

There were no adjustments to the agenda.

D. VISITOR COMMENTS

There were no visitor comments.

E. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve

It was M/S by Judy Anderson and Rachael Grushkin approve the following Consent Calendar items:

( 1) Minutes of the Regular Workshop Meeting of May 16, 2001

( 2) Textbook Adoption - Math, Grades K-5

( 3) Proposed Changes to Eureka High School Graduation Requirement

Governing Board: ayes 5, noes 0, absent 0. Motion carried.

F. DISCUSSION - The Board is Asked to Receive

(4) Middle School Math Program

Dr. Scott reviewed discussion from the last Curriculum Committee meeting. He discussed the differences in approach between the two middle schools to meet grade-level standards. There are two significant tracks at Eureka High, the traditional and CPM approach. These tracks were originally adopted for greater interest in higher student enrollment and more advanced math classes. Winship has adopted the CPM approach, while Zane has adopted a more traditional approach. As a result, there has been no real math material developed that reflects the two programs. Teachers are unable to keep up with the constant change in standards. Materials are adopted using the structural material framework set up for kindergarten through eight grade. Adopted materials must be totally aligned with the standards. The state has money for professional development, which may be an issue in some areas in terms of qualifying and eligibility. Those issues will be addressed at the right time.

( 5) Textbook Adoption - Math Grades 6-8

Zane 6th Grade Presentors: Garrett Montana & Martin Goddi

RECOMMENDATION: Saxon(87).

Teacher recommendation for this book is that it is very user friendly for teachers, parents and students. There are concerns about the demographics of the incoming student population and it is believed that Saxon's consistent structure would be an easier transition for students. Lessons refer back to prior lessons to reinforce student learning. Also, students will keep a record of homework. If a student is struggling, parents will be asked to sign off on the record sheet. Criticism with Saxon is that teachers will have to come up with their own conceptual-based lessons and Saxon needs supplements.

Dr. Scott referred Board Members to page 18 of the Board packet. This explains Zane's identification of activities and resources to supplement the different standards in addition to Saxon. Curriculum Committee voiced concerns regarding gaps in the cognition level of Saxon being direct. There is not a lot of expanded thinking, like other programs. In anticipation of the concern, there is a plan set forth to supplement Saxon.

7th and 8th Grade Presentors: Lisa Gray, Quinteria Perreria

RECOMMENDATION: McDougal Litell.

Course 1 will be taught for the seventh grade general population, Course 2 for advanced seventh grade students, and eight grade Pre-Algebra 1 and Algebra 1A students. Teacher recommendation for this book is that they are solid, challenging, parent friendly, and not routine. These textbooks are skill based and encourages the student to take the next step. Questions are leveled so the teacher can choose between simpler, or more advance questions.

Dr. Scott shared that McDougal Litell is the same book as Dullciani, which is what most people are use to reading. The publisher has repackaged this curriculum. He reminded the Board that both middle schools are addressing the same standards, but in different ways. Zane's recommendation mirrors what is happening at the high school for graduation requirements. Students will be required to have a certain level of competency in algebra in order to pass the High School Exit Exam. The High School Math Department has leveled that competency at Algebra 1A. Zane is presenting a re-introduction to ability grouping. This influence comes from the state's expectation of a student's level of understanding in algebra. It is also the accountability measure for Eureka City Schools. Eight grade students are now faced with graduation requirements as well as standards for grade-level promotion requirements. Zane is proposing to transition students in the sixth grade with the Course 1 and Course 2 books. The controversy is the Math 7, Course 1 book and Math 8, Course 2 book. Textbooks are used in the prior grade, and would grade-level standards be met by using books that are being taught at a lower grade-level? The state department response regarding sanctions and eligibility of money, isn't just monetary, but how the whole adoption is viewed. When looking at AB466 there is no mention of grade-level. Students have to be given standard based state adopted material in order for Eureka City Schools to be eligible for staff development programs and promotions. The goal of Zane's proposal is to take students from where they are in math by utilizing state-adopted materials based on the standards, and move forward to where students need to be.

There are approximately five different levels of classes with the possibility of students crossing over a level. Other controversy is the use of Saxon in the sixth grade. Teachers are aware that Saxon needs supplements they will need to supplant curriculum up front. They will need to rely on their own resources to supplant.

Saxon has been unsuccessful in prior state adoptions. Textbooks were realigned and dropped a level in order to meet state standards. Zane's ultimate goal is to eliminate Course 1 in seventh grade and possibly Course 2 in eight grade.

It has historically been hard for teachers to assess a student's level in the seventh grade. The articulation in communication from sixth to seventh grade will eventually make a big difference in assessing students. All of Zane's proposed adoptions are adopted by the state and meet the framework requirements as well as requirements for monetary incentives, professional development or the algebra plan down the road. According to AB466, grade-level is not stipulated and Saxon is aligned with state mandates.

Questions from Board Members:

1. Member Judy Anderson asked how Zane is planning to address students enrolling from the feeder schools.

Response: Course 2 is a pre-algebra, equation solving course. Seventh graders could potentially start in Course 2, depending on their level. Zane wants to have options for students. The goal is for students to have the opportunity to be successful in math. This proposal will allow students that option. Students will enroll in a math class, then their teacher will review a student's SAT9 scores during the first and second week of school, and level students accordingly. The plan is to have one class for 7th graders who can shift within.

2. President Joyce Hayes asked if Zane's staff was in full support of this proposal, and if the textbook had been updated enough.

RESPONSE: Staff support is strong, but not 100%. The proposed curriculum is different from what teachers are used too, and change is difficult. This book looks and feels different, it is cleaner, more attractive and easier to read.

Winship 6th Grade Presentors - Kristen Sobilo, Karen Isaacson

RECOMMENDATION: Scott Foresman

Textbook strengths:

oVisual models help improve readability and understanding

oChapters have guided independent practices

oA take home workbook with "how to help" for parents

oTeacher manual has a review for teacher lesson plans as well as a

picture of the actual workbook page referenced

oTechnology aspect to book has multiple intelligence and different

concepts for students

oVisual changes to graphs as variables change

oConcept building first then algorism

oTeacher can get through the entire book in a school year

oAligns with the rest of the curriculum

oCritical thinking problems are taken from real life situations

oDaily warm-ups

oPlenty of diagnostic tests before, and after, learning each skill

7th Grade Teacher Presentation - Sue Jungi

RECOMMENDATION - Prentice Hall

Textbook strengths:

oSame strengths as stated in 6th grade recommendation

oPractice problems as well as supplements.

oShows actual enrichment pages in teachers manual

oNew concepts from a conceptual, manipulative or real situation

oAbsolute values

oState standards are listed in the book.

8th Grade Teacher Recommendation - Kim Cobine

RECOMMENDATION: CPM, Algebra 1 and 1A

oCPM has been used the past three years

oCPM is being used at the High School

oStudents using CPM have high success rates

oCPM is good for students who are not ready to take Algebra 1 or 1A

- A lab situation would be set up for students not meeting grade-level standards

oCPM helps to build self-confidence

CPM is not on the state adopted list, but does meet state standards. There are some concerns regarding not enough representation for absolute values, equalities and graphing.

Dr. Scott spoke with the state department regarding AB466. He was given a statement that read:

"In each core area for which there are not standards aligned textbooks for each pupil, as determined through an audit, the Superintendent of Public Instruction would withhold from the local educations agency's next monthly principal apportionment payment, an amount equal to $100.00 per pupil for every pupil who is not provided a standards aligned textbook."

In talking with the state department, they believed this meant that if you accessed the $2000.00 staff development piece, you could be fined for not using state adopted books. They suggested however, that Eureka City Schools have a lawyer interpret. The recommendation from Winship is that they want to continue something that already exists. It is believed that the state needs to give schools the same flexibility that the high schools have. Winship worked closely with the High School in the development of this curriculum. They know when, where, and how the material will need to be supplemented.

Eureka City Schools has a one year grace period to decide what to adopt for eight grade. Shiff Bustimonte monies($75.00 per student), could assist in making purchases for other books. However, these monies have to be spent and in use by September. It is believed that we are not violating any rules in using CPM and the state does not have resources for an audit. He would like to have the ability to offer CMP and traditional at both middle schools, but resources are not available. Curriculuum committee felt both presentations were well stated and were strong. L A Unified School District has an articulated math program, including many of the same materials as Eureka City Schools. These are state-wide issues.

Group comments from all presenters included: Pride in Eureka City Schools' diversity; both programs have great merits; middle schools have different clientele which is what has influenced the direction they are proposing.

Questions from Board Members

1. Member Lisa Pace asked Zane how their textbook addresses the visual learner?

RESPONSE: (Goddi) Supplemental material will help visual learners.

1A. Does every teacher use supplementals, or does each teacher have to come up with their own?

RESPONSE: (Goddi) Lists are available for teachers use. All math teachers will have the same prep-time and the hope is that there will be some team-teaching.

1B. How many teachers will actually use supplementals?

RESPONSE: (Goddi) Articulation will be strong and the hope is that all teachers will use supplementals. Several teachers are currently teaching this type of curriculum. Saxon will train sixth graders to be responsible and will have homework every night that will include thirty shot lesson questions. Students will keep a daily record that will be sent home every night for parent review.

1C. Could teachers find out a student's level by giving them less questions?

RESPONSE: (Goddi) Questions could be easily modified depending on student level.

1D. Aren't sixth graders going to feel overwhelmed by the amount of homework?

RESPONSE: (Goddi) Sixth grade teachers are currently giving out that amount of homework.

1E. What about the teacher at Zane who doesn't agree with this choice?

RESPONSE: (Perreria/Goddi) It is believed that this teacher will eventually accept this proposal. Some schools are already using this type of homework curriculum and it has been successful. This will be a good training place for 7th and 8th grade curriculum.

2. Member Debbie Israel asked about the rational for middle schools wanting to adopt the different texts, and why programs are different. Also, how is the elementary adoption going to equip a student's transition into middle school math?

RESPONSE: Teachers met at HCOE and were asked to review all manuals. Compared one textbook's lesson with the other textbook's same lesson in each text. The differences from Zane and Winship happened many years ago. Zane decided several years ago to use a more traditional approach and its philosophical approach in mathematics is really not that different from Winships. When the high school started teaching the two different approaches, it opened the door for the middle schools to choose which approach to use.

2A. What is significance? Is the intent to no longer have the split between schools?

RESPONSE: Teaching styles have change as well as the evolution of the times. The state department set the standards that student need to have. Also, teachers enjoy using the different types of curriculum.

2B. Asked Valerie Gardner to review how the elementary level will come into play at the middle schools.

RESPONSE: Every level from kindergarten through fifth grade will be responsible to teach at state level standards. The framework shows the balance in curriculum with conceptual lessons. Elementary has a lot more to choose from then do the middle schools. Articulation in the fifth grade curriculum will be able to adjust to middle school.

3. Member Joyce Hays asked why is the district defining textbooks by school. Why not let a teacher choose their curriculum.

RESPONSE: It becomes a money issue. Also, if there is a mix and match, continuity and value may be lost when a student progresses into high school.

2A. Why do we adopt textbooks?

RESPONSE: Textbooks are adopted every six years because of the cycle presented through the state matrix.

OPEN DISCUSSION:

Curriculum committee felt that it is important to provide a lot of freedom and professional courtesy and thoughtful analysis to teachers. Member Fran Taplin shared the differences between the elementary level teachers and middle school teachers. Elementary schools relay on the professionalism of teachers.

Debbie Israel feels that Saxon does not help the visual learner. Those learners at Zane may be attracted Winship. Suggested that the middle schools explore a way to inform parents the curriculum that will be taught at each school, and let them choose.

Community Member Tim Regan approached the Board the express that the comfort zone of the teacher is the basis of success. Colors of book, pictures are a waste if the teacher is not sold the curriculum. A teacher must be honored for their expertise.

Member Judy Anderson did research on both math approaches. In her discussions with high school students, she felt that both programs have validity and parents need to be informed.

Member Rachael Gruskin felt that the books that are currently being used at the high school had a nice combination of pictures as well as descriptors.

(6) General Update on Middle School Plans for 2001-2002

Kim Cobine handed out the Summary of Transition Team Issues as of June 13, 2001 to members. She stated that staff broke into groups and addressed issues that were brought up in strategic planning session. Board questions included:

1. Trimester system for 6th graders

2. Sixth grade start times

3. Parent Conferences

4. 6th Grade PE

5. School dances

6. Teachers educating parents

Answers

1. Elective programs are not set up for trimester system. Teachers have not had the time to get standards aligned with trimester system for the upcoming year. The goal is to be in alignment by the following year.

2. Decision regarding starting times for sixth graders and seventh/eight graders were decided because of traffic congestion and bussing issues.

3. Work is being done to expand building in transition issues. Will schedule appointments with parents if students are not meeting grade-level standards.

4. Will don't push "dressing down" for PE for the sixth graders. At the beginning of the year, students will get a locker and lock to change shoes. During the second and third quarters, sixth graders will participate in the full dress down.

5. Will only offer four dances during the year, which will take place from 3:00 - 5:00. Sixth graders will not be invited to participate until the last dance.

6. Parent are comfortable approaching staff on campus. There will be a Welcome to Winship letter sent to students and families regarding school information.

G. RECESS

H. CLOSED SESSION (closed to the public)

Members Present: Hayes, Israel, Anderson, Taplin, Pace

Members Absent: None

Staff Present: Scott, D. Johnson

With respect to every item of business discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov. C Sections 68918(c) or 76030:

( ) Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release - No action taken.

With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov. C. Section 54957.6:

( ) Conference w/Labor Negotiator(s) Regarding ETA/CSEA/Management Employees

No action taken

There being no further closed session business, the meeting was adjourned

I. ADJOURNMENT

President Hayes adjourned the meeting at _______ p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

James W. Scott, Ed.D.

Secretary of the Board of Education CLERK OF THE BOARD DATE

Eureka City Schools Board of Education

REGULAR MEETING

June 6, 2001

3200 Walford Avenue, Eureka, CA

MINUTES

CLOSED SESSION (closed to the public)

A. 7:00 p.m. Call to order and move to closed session

Members Present: Hayes, Israel, Anderson, Pace

Members Absent: Taplin

Staff Present: Scott, Thornton

The regular meeting was called to order by Hayes at 7:00 p.m. and moved to closed session.

With respect to every item of business discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C Sections 48918(c) or 76030:

( 1) Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release - No action taken.

With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C. Section 54957.6:

( 2) Conference w/ Labor Negotiator(s) Regarding ETA/CSEA/Management Employees

No action taken.

7:30 PM REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING (An audio recording is made of this meeting.)

B. RECONVENING OF REGULAR SESSION

The regular meeting was reconvened by Hayes at 7:30 p.m.

Members Present : Hayes, Israel, Anderson, Pace

Members Absent : Taplin, Grushkin, Hackett

Staff Present : Scott, Thornton

C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG

D. BOARD RECOGNITION

( 3) Digital High School Recognition

Cathy Dickerson of the Humboldt County Office of Education on behalf of the California Technology Assistance Project, presented the ECS Governing Board a certificate of recognition commending staff and administration of Eureka High School and Zoe Barnum High School for integrating technology into the instructional program through the Digital High School Grant process. This will be forwarded to the respective schools.

( 4) Apple Pin Awards

Member Israel presented the Apple Pin Award to Mona Yeider, volunteer at Lincoln, and Kim Emerson, Lincoln Librarian. Member Pace presented Apple Pin Awards to bus drivers Mari Holdner, Elaine Hatten, John Lopes, and John Blodgett. Member Anderson presented the Apple Pin Award to Sheila Goltra, food service worker at Zoe Barnum, and Rita Orlandini, Winship Middle School teacher. Member Hayes presented the Apple Pin Award to Lincoln substitute secretary and volunteer Evelyn Smith, and Lincoln volunteer Jim Moore.

D. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA

There were no adjustments to the agenda.

E. STUDENT BOARD REPRESENTATIVES REPORT

Student Board Representative Grushkin was not present, although in her absence Stacey Reese reported on the Give Youth a Hand celebration and its success. Hayes congratulated the students on the good advertisement and a great event.

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F. VISITOR COMMENTS

District employee Roger Peters commented he has worked for the district for 13 years. He applied for and has been awarded a job at HSU. Mr. Peters expressed his dissatisfaction with receiving a letter of ìjjob abandonment.î Mr. Peters stated he did notify his boss on April 24 of his intentions to leave on May 18 and resign from his job. Mr. Peters asked, for the record, administration retract the notice of job abandonment. He also stated, ìiit has been a pleasure working with all of you.

G. INFORMATION

( 6) Superintendent Report

(Superintendent Scott visited the EHS Agriculture Fair last Thursday. Many elementary school students were there actively learning.

( Last Friday, Superintendent Scott visited College of the Redwoods and the special science program that Lafayette teacher Ethan Heifetz was instrumental in organizing.

( Last night CSEA recognized their retirees at a reception, and tonight ETA recognizes their retirees.

( 7) Associate Superintendent Report

Absent.

H. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve

It was M/S by Anderson/Pace to approve the following Consent Calendar items with the following changes: Item (8) Minutes of the Special Meeting of May 10, 2001, on Page 2, under ì((4) Review Projected Deficit for 2001-2002: change ìccouldî to must on ìcchild care could be provided to parents at the Adult School. . .î..

Item (11)Intent to Apply for Project Stem Grant - EHS, the program is in its ìtthirdî funding cycle, not second.

Israel asked that Item (20) Award of Bid for Reroofing of Lincoln Elementary School, be moved to Discussion/Action.

( 8) Minutes of the Special Meeting of May 10, 2001

( 9) Resolution #00-01-101, Lincolníss Birthday

(10) Contract for Legal/Consultant Services with Zampi and Associates

(11) Intent to Apply for Project Stem Grant - EHS

(12) Disposal of Old/Obsolete Library Books - EHS

(13) Authorization to Submit Title IX-A Indian Education Grant for 2001-2002

(14) Renewal of MOU Between Eureka Police Department and ECS for a School Resource Officer - 2000-2001 School Year

(15) Declaration of Equipment as Surplus and Authorization to Sell

(16) Accept Donations to Eureka City Schools

(17) Rejection of Claim Against Eureka City Schools - Winship Jr. High School

(18) Approval of Expenditure of API 1 and API 2 Funds - Zane Jr. High School

(19) Approve Warrant Distribution Authorization Form CS-1 and Certification Form CS-7 for 2001-2002

(21) Minimum Day in Elementary K-5 on September 26 for Math Professional Development

(22) Resolutions #00-01-086 through #00-01-0100, Nonreemployment of Temporary Certificated Employees

(23) Authorization to Continue Participation in Categorical Programs

(24) Authorization to Submit 2001-2002 Gifted and Talented Education Objectives-Based Budget Application

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Page 3 H. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve (continued)

(25) Resolution #00-01-102, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees - Winzler Childrens Center

The following comments were offered prior to the approval of the consent calendar items:

ECS employee Elizabeth Cox spoke against the Winzler reductions and recalled the history that placed her as a teacheríss assistant in the Winzler classroom.

ECS employee Vicki Holsworth spoke against the cutbacks for Winzler. Holsworth began reciting a list of questions she presented to the Board. Hayes asked that Ms. Holsworth recognize the 3-minute limit and provide the questions to the Superintendent for a response.

Gay Larsen, Executive Director for the Humboldt Access Project, stated there are 25 children at Winzler with disabilities. She questioned the plans for the student-to-teacher ratio when they are placed in the Northcoast Childrens Center. Dr. Scott informed Ms. Larsen the Winzler students are staying at Winzler Childrens Center; the Center is not closing, it will continue to serve the children. Ms. Larsen was invited to contact the Superintendent for clarification.

Student Board Representatives: ayes 0, noes 0, absent 2, Grushkin, Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Taplin. Motion carried.

I. DISCUSSION/ACTION - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve

(20) Award of Bid for Reroofing of Lincoln Elementary School

Israel received clarification that the roof is to be done this summer, and the districtíss inspector will be inspecting the job.

It was M/S by Israel/Anderson to approve the award of bid for reroofing of Lincoln Elementary School. Student Board Representatives: ayes 0, noes 0, absent Grushkin, Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Taplin. Motion carried.

(26) New Course Adoption: Environmental Field Biology - EHS

EHS teacher Robert Childs distributed a budget for the course. Mr. Childs explained he and students will take over the recycling program at the high school and proceeds from this will more than cover the course expenses each year.

It was M/S by Israel/Anderson to approve the New Course Adoption: Environmental Field Biology - EHS. Student Board Representatives: ayes 0, noes 0, absent 2, Grushkin, Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Taplin. Motion carried.

(27) New Course Adoption: Agriculture Environmental Ecology - EHS

EHS teacher Jim Smith explained this course will develop an urban park and living laboratory on the EHS campus. This project will be tied into the development of the EAST grant, and the students will do the work.

It was M/S by Anderson/Israel to approve the New Course Adoption: Agriculture Environmental Ecology - EHS. Student Board Representatives: ayes 0, noes 0, absent Grushkin, Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Taplin. Motion carried.

(28) Textbook Adoption: Life Physical and Earth Science - Middle Schools

Winship science teacher Greg Colyar and Zane science teacher Rob Effa explained this text is supplemental to what is taught and is a very valuable tool. Hayes emphasized when a textbook is adopted with some weaknesses, it is important to share this with the new teachers. Although expensive, the goal is to have both home and classroom sets.

It was M/S by Israel/Anderson to approve the Textbook Adoption: Life Physical and Earth Science - Middle Schools. Student Board Representatives: ayes 0, noes 0, absent Grushkin, Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Taplin. Motion carried.

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Page 4 (29) Review/Revise Community Use of Facility Fee Structure

CBO Johnson explained that Group I is non-profit and Group II is full charge. The facility fee structure has not been increased since July 21, 1993. Because of this, the CBO recommended increasing the fees by 60%. The Board confirmed use of the kitchen equipment requires a food service worker is present. Hayes and Anderson agreed the pool would be considered separate from this fee structure and return at a separate time. This item was received for a first reading. (A comparison of other similar facility fees for a basis of the ECS fee structure will return at the next regular meeting. (Israel asked for actual names of groups using facilities. No action taken.

(30) Approval of June 13, 2001, Curriculum Workshop Date

Dr. Scott explained this meeting is needed to discuss and finalize the middle school math curriculum.

It was M/S by Pace/Israel to approve a curriculum workshop date on June 13, 2001, at 4:30 p.m. Student Board Representatives: ayes 0, noes 0, absent 2, Grushkin, Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Taplin. Motion carried.

(31) Authorization to Begin the Process for Sale of Walford Avenue Property Parcel B

CBO Johnson explained Parcel B access is Wilson Street entrance in front of the district building. Access could be developed off Harris, but this would be costly and difficult. The Q overlay can be removed, but it will take approximately 6 months and cost approximately $3,000. If it involves revising the Eureka General Plan, it could take up to a year and cost an additional $2,000. It was clarified action on this item will begin the process to move forward with an official appraisal but not approve actual sale. The appraisal will take into account the timber harvest. Easement conditions were discussed. Hayes questioned the requirements for neighbor notification of the timber harvest. Anderson asked the process to remove the Q overlay continue.

It was M/S by Israel/Anderson to begin the process to put Walford Avenue Property Parcel B on the market for sale. Student Board Representatives: ayes 0, noes 0, absent 2, Grushkin, Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Taplin. Motion carried.

It was M/S by Israel/Anderson to authorize staff to move forward as quickly as possible on the application to remove the Q overlay on Parcel B. Student Board Representatives: ayes 0, noes 0, absent 2, Grushkin, Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Taplin. Motion carried.

J. DISCUSSION - The Board is Asked to Receive

(32) Textbook Adoption - Math, Grades K-5

Assistant Superintendent Davenport explained the makeup of the committee for this text included a representative from each school, with each school displaying all the texts. The text brought to the Board is a result of the committeeíss vote. The district will fund a text for each child, but any purchase over that will be the responsibility of the site. Committee member Carol Goodwin explained how the evaluation team chose the proposed text, noting it was a far more extensive process than usual. This item will return on consent at the next meeting.

(33) Proposed Changes to Eureka High School Graduation Requirement

Dr. Scott pointed out the changes in the math curriculum for high school graduation. These courses will lead a student to a reasonable expectation of passing the high school exit exam. Algebra 1A and CPM 1 will review one-half of a full algebra course over one year. An algebra 1B class may return for inclusion at a future date. If the high school exit exam changes, math offerings will be reevaluated. If a student passes CPM 1 or algebra 1 at the middle schools, there is still a two-year requirement of math at the high school for graduation. This item will return on consent at the next meeting.

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Page 5 K. BOARD CORRESPONDENCE

There was no Board correspondence.

L. COMMENTS/COMMUNICATION - BOARD MEMBERS

Hayes: No comment.

Pace: No comment.

Taplin: Absent.

Israel: No comment.

Anderson: No comment.

M. RECESS

CLOSED SESSION (continued)

There being no further closed session business the meeting was adjourned.

N. ADJOURNMENT

President Hayes adjourned the meeting at 9:30 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

James W. Scott, Ed.D.

Secretary of the Board of Education

CLERK OF THE BOARD DATE

The next regular meeting will be held June 27, 2001, at 4:30 p.m. in the district boardroom

Eureka City Schools Board of Education

SPECIAL WORKSHOP MEETING

MAY 30, 2001

3200 Walford Avenue, Eureka, CA

MINUTES

5:00 PM REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING (An audio recording is made of this meeting.)

A. CALL TO ORDER OF SPECIAL SESSION

Hayes called the special meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

Members Present : Hayes, Anderson, Taplin, Pace

Members Absent : Israel

Staff Present : Scott, Aslanian, Thornton, Johnson

B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG

C. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA

There were no adjustments to the agenda.

D. VISITOR COMMENTS

There were no visitor comments on non-agenda items.

E. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve

It was M/S by Taplin/Anderson to approve the following Consent Calendar items:

( 1) Amendment to the SELPA 97-01 Local Plan Regarding the Voting Mechanism.

Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Israel. Motion carried.

F. DISCUSSION/ACTION - The Board is asked to receive/discuss/approve

( 2) Approve the 2001-2002 Budget Plan

A budget plan summary was distributed to the audience. Dr. Scott explained the Board is being asked to adopt a budget plan, not the 2001-2002 Budget. A balanced preliminary 2001-2002 Budget, including a 3% reserve, is scheduled to be adopted at the June 27, 2001 Board meeting. Dr. Scott reviewed the budget plan (attached and made a part of these minutes.) CBO Johnson reminded the Board the budget still includes portions that are balanced with one-time money. As a result, the budget will be monitored monthly.

Visitor Comments:

Jerry Rohde, Home and Hospital (H&H) teacher, received more information on budget reductions to the H&H program, and expressed concern for students not qualifying for the program who cannot succeed in the traditional school program. Dr. Scott assured Mr. Rohde the Board would expect a component in the programíss restructuring plan to provide services for these students. The Board is not turning their back on these children. Director of Alternative Programs Pat Faeth clarified how the high-need students affect the programíss budget. (When the restructuring plan returns to the Board, students no longer served by the program will be discussed along with possible educational alternatives.

Margarette Wheeler, H&H teacher, asked for a chance to make the program more cost effected while not decreasing the size and retaining the quality. Ms. Wheeler read a letter by one of the students of the program.

Dr. Scott explained reducing NJROTC by $50,000 is a result of considering all programs encroaching on the general fund. The district has asked the Navy to allow the program to run with one instructor rather than two. Hayes emphasized the NJROTC program is not being discontinued.

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May 30, 2001 - Page 2 Visitor Comments: (cont.)

Wil Bessette, who has a son in NJROTC and represents Elks, offered his support for the program. He mentioned he had not heard of any other programs like sports, band, etc. being cut and suggested these areas be considered for reduction

Bill Breen, parent of two ìssuccessfulî NJROTC program students, stated the program is one of the best deals the district receives for the money in what it does for the students. The program also provides excellent public relations for the district.

Mona Ehrets, president of the boosters club, spoke of the 6,500 community service hours NJROTC students have performed.

Ilah Breen, past NJROTC parent, advocated for students in this program that are often unheard. She explained these students have more community service hours per student than any other EHS student. The program provides discipline and direction to many students and allows them to succeed.

Commander Dunning, NJROTC instructor, explained the enrollment and verified the level of money reflected in the budget. Dunning shared there are expenses paid by the Navy that other EHS programs must receive through district funds. Dunning spoke of the successes of former students.

Patrick Riggs, ETA president, spoke ìffrom the heart of a teacherî and the positive affect these programs have on students. The educational value should be a priority and sole purpose of the Boardíss decisions. Riggs encourage the administration to look elsewhere for their reductions.

(Members Pace and Hayes asked for a report on the extracurricular program such as sports (total students involved, how they are funded, and what outside revenues are received). Superintendent Scott explained there is a projected drop in district enrollment of 100-150 students next year. Scott iterated certificated reductions are based on enrollment, and if students are in the class to teach, there is a teacher in that class. Certificated reductions have been made through attrition (retirement of teachers.) There is one 1.0 full-time employee (FTE) certificated position the Board has acted to reduce. This is a music position the Board created last year to enhance program. Since all 6th grade students will be at Zane and Winship along with the consolidation to 7 elementary sites, a position needed to be reduced. Reductions in the Home and Hospital program will create some loss of temporary certificated positions. These are temporary because they change with the flow of student enrollment. There have al

so been major reductions in classified through efficiency adjustments and attrition. Scott reminded the Board the Navy imposes a 100 student minimum enrollment in NJROTC. In the past, the program has been placed on probation for dipping below this requirement.

Dr. Scott explained the budget plan is based on individual plans. How these come about in the final stage is subject to change. If the budget plan presented does not balance the budget, including the 3% reserve, more work will have to be done.

Hayes emphasized the need to balance the budget with on-going revenue, because it is not good business to balance the budget with one-time money. Member Hayes called for a motion. An initial motion was not made. Hayes emphasized the seriousness of approving a balanced budget.

It was M/S by Pace/Taplin to accept the budget plan with the understanding there is a possibility of changes, and it is a living document that will return for further discussion.

Clarification was received on the energy plan. Motion carried: ayes 4 , noes 0 , absent 1 Israel.

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May 30, 2001 - Page 3 ( At 6:40 p.m., Member Hayes moved to recess. At 7:05 p.m., the meeting was called to order.

( 3) Review of Proposed Sale of Walford Avenue Property Parcel B

CBO Johnson explained Parcel B is considered two parcels; one is 2.54 acres and zoned commercial medical, and the second parcel is 3.85 acres and zoned multifamily-professional office. Time involved and the process to remove the Q overlay, which requires medical use, was discussed. It was felt removal of this zone would make the property more valuable. It appears the medical field is not currently looking to expand, and senior housing is more desirable at this time. (The Board asked that Johnson determine the cost and timeframe for removal of the Q overlay, determine if the property can be placed on the market and rezoned simultaneously, and provide a clear idea of the access areas. Hayes expressed interest in the type of building in the area by the doctoríss office. (This will come back to the Board for action at the June 6 meeting.

F. DISCUSSION - The Board is Asked to Receive

( 4) General Obligation Bond Issues and Timeline

Superintendent Scott provided the Board with a possible bond time line. It was noticed the district is past the point of a public survey during the school year. The Board considered whether a bond is still realistic from staffíss perspective. CBO Johnson felt a bond is still an option. (Loan information will be brought to the Board at the June 27 meeting. Realistically, the high school still needs to be seismically retrofitted. Scott iterated, it is the districtíss responsibility to present the facts to the community, and the community is who must decide what they want for their schools. ( Information on Jeremy Thorníss contract will also come to the Board in June.

G. RECESS

H. CLOSED SESSION (closed to the public)

There being no closed session business, the meeting was adjourned.

With respect to every item of business discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C Sections 48918(c) or 76030:

( 5) Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release - No action taken.

With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C. Section 54957.6:

( 6) Conference w/ Labor Negotiator(s) Regarding ETA/CSEA/Management Employees

No action taken.

I. ADJOURNMENT

President Hayes adjourned the meeting at 8:25 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

James W. Scott, Ed.D.

Secretary of the Board of Education

Eureka City Schools Board of Education

SPECIAL WORKSHOP MEETING

May 23, 2001

3200 Walford Avenue, Eureka, CA

MINUTES

6:30 PM SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING (An audio recording is made of this meeting.)

A. CALL TO ORDER OF SPECIAL SESSION

Hayes called the special meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

Members Present : Hayes, Anderson, Taplin, Pace

Members Absent : Israel

Staff Present : Scott, Aslanian, Johnson, Thornton

B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG

C. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA

There were no adjustments to the agenda.

D. VISITOR COMMENTS

There were no visitor comments on non-agenda items.

E. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve

It was M/S by Anderson/Taplin to approve the following Consent Calendar item:

( 1) Approve Contract with HSU for Development and Implementation of the Future

Teacheríss Program and Health Path Program

Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1, Israel. Motion carried.

F. DISCUSSION - The Board is Asked to Receive

( 2) Further Discussion and Research on 2001-2002 Budget Development

( Winzler ( Alternative Programs ( NJROTC ( Duplicating ( Other

CBO Jerry Johnson listed the operating deficit, special reserve restoration, and additional expense numbers that create a total deficit of [$1,429,400.] Current savings/adjustments reduce the deficit to [$1,057,900.]

Dr. Scott listed proposed program and budget reductions: Home and Hospital (H&H) and Center for Independent Study (CIS) reduced by $100,000 by maximizing staff and ADA generated by both programs. Elementary Academy reduced by $34,500 with elementary and middle schools participating in 40% of the funding. Cal Safe reduced by $50,000 with additional grant money and staffing according to enrollment. NJROTC will reduce their encroachment by $50,000. Special Projects Office at EHS will reduce their encroachment by $30,000 through an increase in mandated cost reimbursement. Duplicating will reduce operating costs by $20,000, and Winzler Childrens Center will be reduced by $50,000.

Director of Alternative Programs Pat Faeth explained how the Home and Hospital (H&H) and Center for Independent Study (CIS) reductions can be made procedurally.

Visitor Comments:

The following H&H teachers spoke in favor of the program explaining how it successfully serves specific students: Jerry Rohde, Mark Blackwood, Robert Nelson, and Margaret Wheeler.

Lisa Callahan, foster parent, spoke of the advantages of continuing a one-on-one H&H program rather than through the CIS.

Superintendent Scott emphasized the H&H program is not being eliminated. President Hayes further explained the program is not being absorbed by CIS. Staff is being challenged to come up with a more efficient program; these students will still be served.

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May 23, 2001 - Page 2

( 2) Further Discussion and Research on 2001-2002 Budget Development (cont.)

Vicki Holsworth, Zoe Barnum High School Resource Specialist Teacher, expressed her dissatisfaction with the budget reductions.

Eva Thompson, Winzler parent, shared her personal experience with Winzler and gave an emotional plea against Winzler reductions.

Marie Schaal, Winzler Children Center Instructional Assistant, spoke of the advantage of beginning education with the 2ý year old.

Assistant Superintendent JoAnn Davenport clarified there is no intention of changing the student-to-teacher ratio at Winzler. The Center will no longer serve 2ý year old children, which requires a larger student-to-teacher ratio.

CBO Johnson reviewed the figures behind the recommended reductions. After these reductions are made, the total deficit remains at [$12,400]. Other projected revenue, estimated at $1,300,000, will include the sale of the Walford Property Parcel B and timber harvest on Parcels B and C. Johnson explained how this revenue will offset the deficit and reminded the Board this is one-time money.

Johnson shared there was an additional deficit discovered when closing the books on the 2000-2001 budget. It was found the money provided by the state for the Marshall roof reconstruction was not completely used by the project, and the surplus was to be returned to the Office of Public School Construction. Since the projectíss completion the accounting program has changed, and it is very difficult to determine where the money was absorbed in the budget. The district is still required to return this surplus to the state.

(President Hayes asked for a complete list of budget reductions made during the 2000-2001 year.

( 3) Budget Plan Process and Humboldt County Office of Education

CBO Johnson asked that at the next regular meeting on May 30, 2001, the Board take action on the budget plan and direct staff to begin processing the technical work of the reductions. The 2001-2002 budget should be printed and available for adoption and public inspection at the June 27, 2001, regular meeting.

Superintendent Scott and CBO Johnson met with County Superintendent Bucher and County CBO Grinsell to revisit the countyíss denial of the districtíss facilities finance plan. It was agreed the district would receive a limited visit by financial consultants regarding the plan and general elements of the budget. It was understood the consultants would not necessarily be from FCMAT (Fiscal Crisis Management Assistance Team) but consultants representing and/or recommended by FCMAT. The Board will be kept informed.

G. DISCUSSION/ACTION - The Board is asked to receive/discuss/approve

( 4) Sale of Walford Avenue Property - Parcel B

The Board received a copy of a document from Willis and Disiere Realtors. The letter explained Parcel B is actually two parcels. The first parcel consists of approximately 2.54 acres and is zoned commercial medical with a worth between $450,000 and $500,000 (Q overlay). The second parcel consists of approximately 3.85 acres and is zoned multifamily-professional office with a worth between $475,000 and $525,000. The total estimated value of Parcel B without timber is between $925,000 and $1,025,000. The Board was asked to provide staff with support to move forward on acquiring a legal appraisal and begin the process of notification to place the property into a bid process for like entities. The Board discussed the two zones. Hayes agreed with the appraisal, but asked the zoning information be confirmed. Action on this item was tabled to the first Board meeting in June. Staff will confirm specific zoning of the property.

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May 23, 2001 - Page 3 H. RECESS

No recess was held.

I. CLOSED SESSION (closed to the public)

No closed session was held.

With respect to every item of business discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C Sections 48918(c) or 76030:

( 5) Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release

No discussion.

With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C. Section 54957.6:

( 6) Conference w/ Labor Negotiator(s) Regarding ETA/CSEA/Management Employees - No discussion.

J. ADJOURNMENT

President Hayes adjourned the meeting at 8:00 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

James W. Scott, Ed.D.

Secretary of the Board of Education

CLERK OF THE BOARD DATE

Eureka City Schools Board of Education

REGULAR WORKSHOP MEETING

May 16, 2001

3200 Walford Avenue, Eureka, CA

MINUTES

4:30 PM REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING (An audio recording is made of this meeting.)

A. CALL TO ORDER OF REGULAR SESSION

Hayes called the regular meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.

Members Present: Hayes, Israel (arrived at 5:30), Anderson, Taplin, Pace

Members Absent : Israel arrived at 5:30 p.m.

Staff Present : Scott, Aslanian, Thornton

B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG

C. BOARD RECOGNITION

( 1) Apple Pin Awards

Member Taplin awarded Apple Pins to Zane Assistant Principal pro tem Roger Lorenzetti, and to EHS teachers Michael Kellogg, Bob Lopez, and Diana Berliner. Member Anderson awarded Apple Pins to Washington parents Kim Lennon-Bailey and Sylvia Lindberg. Member Hayes awarded Pins to Food Service employees Laura McIntosh and Autumn Coffman. Member Pace awarded Pins to district warehouse delivery driver/storekeeper Melva Duclo represented by her husband and former employee Don Duclo. In Israel's absence, Member Hayes awarded to EHS teacher Carol Ballard and Adult Education Administrative Assistant Ardith Carter. Member Taplin awarded to Lafayette counselor Lynn Hartley.

¿ At 5:04 the board moved to recess.

D. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA

There were no adjustments to the agenda.

E. VISITOR COMMENTS

EHS students Emily Ayers and Katy Slack distributed brochures on a community event coming to Eureka High School on May 31, 2001, called "Give Youth a Hand." The Board was invited to attend. This event was developed by members of the Humboldt/Del Norte ASB cabinet as a "legacy" project to celebrate and commend youth for all they do. Participating schools include Eureka High School, Del Norte High School, and Hoopa High School.

F. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve

The following resolutions were replaced with new resolutions with corrected dates.

(13) Resolution #00-01-072, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(14) Resolution #00-01-074, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(15) Resolution #00-01-075, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(16) Resolution #00-01-076, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(17) Resolution #00-01-077, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(18) Resolution #00-01-078, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(19) Resolution #00-01-078, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

Items (8) Benefits for Domestic Partners and (16) Resolution #00-01-076, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees were removed for discussion and action.

It was M/S by Anderson/Taplin to approve the following Consent Calendar items:

( 2) Personnel Report # 22

( 3) Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 2, 2001

( 4) Textbook Adoption: Democracy in Action - EHS

( 5) Textbook Adoption: Globe Literature - EHS

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F. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve (continued)

( 6) Textbook Adoption: Elements of Language - EHS

( 7) Textbook Adoption: English Workshop - EHS

( 8) Benefits for Domestic Partners

( 9) Ratification of Representatives to CIF/NCS Leagues

(10) Resolution #00-01-082, Specification of Election Order

(11) Resolution #00-01-081, Support for and Endorsement of the California School Age

(12) ECS Transportation Department's Participation in Safe and Sober Graduation Program

(13) Resolutions #00-01-072, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(14) Resolutions #00-01-074, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(15) Resolutions #00-01-075, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(16) Resolutions #00-01-076, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(17) Resolutions #00-01-077, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(18) Resolutions #00-01-078, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(19) Resolutions #00-01-078, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

(20) Special Education Transportation Agreement for 2001-2002

(21) Accept the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, 231/225 Grant

(22) Approve Expenditure of API I an API II Funds - Marshall Elementary

Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1 Israel. Motion carried.

( 8) Benefits for Domestic Partners

Member Pace considered the benefit too broad, and may open the district to fraud. Pace also questioned there being no increase in cost. Aslanian confirmed, per JPA Director Howatt, there should be no additional increase in cost to the district.

(16) Resolutions #00-01-076, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees

Food Service Director Carol Miller provided the Board clarification on the food service reduction in hours through the elimination of the snack break at Zane and Winship middle schools. Eureka High's snack break will shift to an early lunch.

Visitor Comments

Donnie Carroll, Blue Collar Vice President, spoke against shorter food service worker hours and advocated more management cuts.

Cheryl Smith, CSEA President, clarified she was not involved in the amount of reduction hours at the sites and how the plan came about. CSEA was presented the plan.

Melody Caldwell, Washington Elementary Food Service Worker, spoke against cutting the hours.

Harriet Poletski, Food Service Worker at Winship, explained how the students at Winship barely make it through the food line at break and how difficult the reduction in time will be on the students. She expressed her disappointment in using transported food and the loss of quality.

Elizabeth Cox, Winzler Children's Center Assistant, spoke of how much they enjoy the food served at Winzler. She questioned if it would be more expensive to deal with the throwaway containers as a result of transporting food.

President Hayes clarified the adoption of these reductions in time will allow the staffing notification timelines to move forward in an efficient way. This does not mean the plan will not change or that the plan is being approved tonight. Hayes challenged the staff to look at a future universal breakfast program for all students.

" At 5:30, Member Israel arrived.

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Page 3 ( 8) Benefits for Domestic Partners (continued)

It was M/S by Anderson/Israel to approve extending the North Coast Schools' Medical Insurance Group medical, dental, and vision coverage to domestic partners. Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 1 Pace, absent 0. Motion carried.

(16) Resolutions #00-01-076, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees (continued)

It was M/S by Anderson/Pace to approve Resolutions #00-01-076, Elimination/Reduction of Classified Employees. Governing Board: ayes 3, noes 2 Israel and Taplin, absent 0. Motion carried.

Dr. Scott explained the study and development of food service with respect to a centralized kitchen is a topic for a bond. In response to Taplin, the 6th grade students at Winship will be fed earlier to prevent congestion. Aslanian explained there has been a 40% increase in staff since 1985. In 1985, only served one offering of lunch was served, and there has been a tremendous increase in state mandated paperwork creating a need for more cook managers. There will be 7 people laid off.

G. DISCUSSION - The Board is Asked to Receive

(23) Governing Board Representatives for Secondary Graduation Ceremonies

Eureka High School, June 22, 4:00 p.m., Albee Stadium: Fran Taplin; Humboldt Bay High School, June 20, 6:00 p.m., Warfinger Building: Debbie Israel; Zoe Barnum High School, June 21 @ 6:30 p.m., Jacobs Cafeteria: Judy Anderson; Zane Jr. High School, June 21, 4:00 p.m., Albee Stadium: Joyce Hayes; Winship Jr. High School, June 21, 2:00 p.m., Albee Stadium: Judy Anderson; Worthington K-8, June 21, 7:00 p.m., Worthington Cafeteria: Lisa Pace; Eureka Adult School, June 19, 3:30 p.m., Jacobs Cafeteria: Fran Taplin.

(24) Further Discussion and Research on 2001-2002 Budget Development

CBO Jerry Johnson briefly reviewed the anticipated governor's May revise. Highlights included the COLA confirmed at 3.87%, one-time energy cost assistance allocation at $89 per ADA, a roll back of the governor's performance award capped at $150 per student level, no new unrestricted dollars, and no May revise set-aside for funding of the PERS reduction. Johnson highlighted the operating deficit, reserve restoration, additional expense less the revenues and budget adjustments, which result in a net deficit of $1,057,900. This does not include the sale of Walford Avenue, Parcel B. àHayes asked for an estimate on timber harvest of both Parcel B and C. Johnson continued with a detailed explanation of the operating deficit. The Board was provided a detailed analysis of the Home and Hospital program and the Center for Independent Study (CIS). A plan is being developed to look at Home and Hospital and CIS as one piece thereby decreasing the encroachment of $100,000. Another program that has been considered for reduction is the Elementary Academy. The principals have agreed the program is invaluable and will contribute through their site block grants to fund one-half of the program's budget.

" The Board moved to closed session at 7:05 p.m.

I. CLOSED SESSION (closed to the public)

Members Present: Hayes, Israel, Anderson, Taplin, Pace

Members Absent: None

Staff Present: Scott, Aslanian, Thornton

With respect to every item of business discussed in closed session pursuant to EC Sec. 48918(c) or 76030:

(26) Consideration of Student Expulsion(s) (no additional information required)

( a) Student #00-01-022

Both parents and student were present. Assistant Superintendent Bob Munther and Vice Principal Larry Nicoll were present. The Board acted at the conclusion of the regular meeting.

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With respect to every item of business discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C Sections 48918(c) or 76030:

(27) Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release

No action taken.

With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C. Section 54957.6:

(28) Conference w/ Labor Negotiator(s) Regarding ETA/CSEA/Management Employees

No action taken.

H. RECESS

" At 7:30 p.m. the Board moved to open session and recessed for 15 minutes.

(24) Further Discussion and Research on 2001-2002 Budget Development (continued)

At the next meeting, the Board will discuss plans for the general fund encroachment of Winzler and NJROTC. The need for duplicating was discussed with the principals. More information will be provided on the efficiency of in-house duplicating and alternatives.

(25) Analysis and Response to HCOE Recommendation for FCMAT Intervention

Dr. Scott indicated the district would continue to seek agreement with HCOE on the proposed facility funding plan. Further, if the Fiscal Crisis Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) were to be called in, it would be best for staff the visit take place in July. The Board agreed and asked that staff continue to be in contact with HCOE on this matter.

(26) Consideration of Student Expulsion(s) (no additional information required) (continued)

( a) Student #00-01-022

It was M/S by Taplin Israel to approve the recommendations of the hearing panel on Student #00-01-022. Governing Board: ayes 5, noes 0, absent 0. Motion carried.

J. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further closed session business, President Hayes adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

James W. Scott, Ed.D.

Secretary of the Board of Education CLERK OF THE BOARD DATE

Eureka City Schools Board of Education

SPECIAL "BUDGET WORKSHOP" MEETING

MAY 10, 2001

3200 Walford Avenue, Eureka, CA

MINUTES

4:30 P.M. SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING (An audio recording is made of this meeting.)

Members Present: Anderson Hayes, Pace, Taplin, Israel

Members Absent: Israel (arrived at 5:20 p.m.)

Staff Present: Scott, Aslanian, Johnson, Le Roux

A. CALL TO ORDER OF SPECIAL SESSION

The meeting was called to order by Hayes at 4:42 p.m.

B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG

President Hayes led the Pledge of Allegiance.

C. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA

There were no adjustment made to the agenda.

D. VISITOR COMMENTS

Donny Carroll introduced himself as a member of the maintenance staff and Vice President of the CSEA Blue Collar Unit. He stated that he was concerned with the budget cuts and the fact that administrators were deferring their 3% raise for six months; what about the people that were losing their jobs? He also said that 67 hours of food services is being cut while the program has two managers. He states that we refuse to give management a hit.

(There were no other visitor comments.)

E. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve

(1) Resolution #00-01-073, Final Decision Not to Reemploy Certificated Employees

It was M/S by Anderson/Taplin to adopt Resolution #00-01-073. Governing Board: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1 (Israel). Motion carried.

F. DISCUSSION - The Board is asked to Receive

(2) Update on District Deliberations with HCOE Regarding Board Approved Financing Plan strict Modernization and Grade-Level Realignment

Superintendent Scott explained that the 1.8 million dollar finance plan would refinance the existing portable debt, finance the new portables for Zane and Winship, take care of some ADA issues in terms of bathrooms, architectural fees to update the six modernization plans and plans we have for Eureka High School, Winship & Zane. On the second interim we had a negative declaration that put us under AB 1200. Under AB 1200, any district that engages in non-voter approve debt, must have the approval of their county office; therefore, we need HCOE's approval. Jerry Johnson and I met with Susan Grinsell to discuss their intentions and I met with Louis Bucher. Prior to HCOE's approval of our finance plan, they suggest FCMAT come in to our District. Because of time and our need to build the budget, we are concerned that FCMAT would cause a delay that would be difficult for us. Jerry and I are still working with HCOE on this matter.

(3) Overview of 2000-2001 Budget Experience

Jerry Johnson reviewed the 2000-2001 budget experience. Since 1996 / 97 enrollment has dropped 500 to 600, revenue increased approximately 29% over the last five years, employee compensation for health and welfare, and step / column increased in excess of 42%, and utilities skyrocketed. Employee compensation equates to 87.5% of the budget. When we settled with the bargaining units the compensation package created a 1.8 million dollar deficit in the 2001-2002 school year. When the final budget was processed on November 22, 2001, it was determined the District had an additional deficit of $1,125,303 for 2000-2001. This deficit was attributed to employee compensation, an over-estimation of revenues, under-estimation of expenses, and primarily the failure to balance resources during the initial budget process. In early December the District began developing

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several changes to address the deficit. These changes included the redesignation of Marshall Elementary to Eureka High School, an attempt to improve District-wide ADA by 1%, evaluation of the Winzler Child Care Center encroachment, and alignment of the 6th grades to middle schools, including the Worthington 7th and 8th grades. In January the energy crisis exerted a significant negative impact on the budget. Adjustments were also implemented to reduce 16 hours of custodial time, 1.4 FTE certificated staff, 0.6 FTE guidance tech time, 1.0 FTE dispatcher and site assumption of two hours of library tech time. A balanced budget with restoration of the 3% reserve will be required for fiscal year 2001-2002.

(4) Review Projected Deficits for 2001-2002

Jerry Johnson estimated the reserve at $1,200,000 which is 3% of the estimated budget of $40,000,000. The current reserve is projected at $730,000, requiring an additional $470,000 allocation to ensure the minimum reserve. The operating deficit is projected at $700,000 (liabilities initially covered with the finance plan need to be added to the projected deficit). If you add to this $700,000 deficit, liabilities covered with the finance plan totalling purchase of portables and associated expenses of $260,000, California Financial Services payment of $40,000 for the facility needs assessment, this provides for a total deficit of $1,000,000 and combined with the special reserve restoration requirement of $670,000, nets a total deficit of $1,670.000. HCOE recommends the District provide an additional 1/2% to the special reserve of $200,000 (the Board is not in favor of this recommendation). Jerry recommends that we lease the portables at $75,000 per year for one year and then purchase. Jerry stated that due to the District's qualified budget we are no longer eligible for the TRANS pool. They will be able to issue our TRANS independently and we will lose about 10 basis points if we can produce a positive budget and maintain a 3% reserve after July 1, 2001.

Jerry also reviewed areas for evaluation of programs that; encroach on the budget, are under enrolled, and / or not cost effective. These programs, include among others, Home and Hospital, Independent Study, Elementary Academy, Duplicating, Winzler Children's Center, CAL Safe, NJROTC, and Special Projects Office at EHS.

Jo Ann Davenport reviewed different proposals previously suggested to help alleviate the encroachment by Winzler Children's Center: 1) Categorical funds can only be used to supplement a program. Until all mandates (staff at Winzler) are met, categorical funds cannot be used. 2) For the child development program to be administered and supported by adult education funding, child care could be provided to parents at the Adult School if the entire program was housed at Jacobs Learning Center. 3) Changing the way Winzler Children's Center is served, maybe not serve under three year of age, would help reduce staffing and probably save about $10,000.

The Board recessed at 6:42 p.m.

Jerry Johnson reviewed revenue enhancements. The District could generate revenue by selling Parcel B (6.14 acres). The market is soft for logging at this time and logging Parcel B & C could net the District $150,000. Looking at the need for the District to satisfy a 3% reserve, a recommendation to sell Parcel B is a necessary evil. This recommendation will include special conditions detailing how the receipts from the sale will be handled.

Jerry Johnson reviewed additional revenues that could be realized by bidding a competitive contract for vending. This arrangement could be used to provide funding support for athletics, especially transportation expense. Jerry will move forward to bidding a competitive vending contract within the

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scope of the Board policy.

Jerry Johnson reviewed the proposal to streamline Food Services with a recommended reduction of 50 hours per day. This plan will provide for an early lunch at EHS, snack bars at lunch in addition to cafeteria meals at EHS, Winship and Zane, early morning ala carte at EHS, and elimination of the snack break at the middle schools. The annex of Marshall to EHS resulted in an additional adjustment of 17 hours, and the net result of the recommended adjustments and Marshall reduce

daily total Food Service hours from 266 to 199. These recommendations meet National School

Breakfast and Lunch Program requirements, improve service, provide for a more equitable distribution of work and improve utilization of existing resources and sites. Jerry discussed the snack break elimination with Kim Cobine and Catalina Nocon and both support the recommendation.

(5) AB 1200 Overview

Overview of AB 1200 was not discussed.

G. DISCUSSION/ACTION (The Board is asked to Receive/Discuss/Approve)

(6) Scheduling Future Budget Meetings

It was M/S by Anderson/Pace to schedule future Board meetings as follows: May 23, 2001 at 6:30 p.m. and May 30, 2001 at 5:00 p.m. Governing Board: ayes 5, noes 0, absent 0. Motion carried.

(7) Resolution #00-01-079, Authorization to Apply for the Lower Emissions School Bus Program

It was M/S by Anderson/Pace to authorize the District to apply for the Lower Emissions School Bus Program. Governing Board: ayes 5, noes 0, absent 0. Motion carried.

H. RECESS

I. CLOSED SESSION - (Closed to the Public)

The Board will consider and/or take action upon the following consent items:

(8) Employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

No action taken.

(9) Conference with labor negotiator Scott/Aslanian - regarding ETA, CSEA, and/or Management Employees.

No action taken.

J. ADJOURNMENT

President Hayes adjourned the meeting at 8:21 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,James W. Scott, Ed.D.

Secretary of the Board of Education

CLERK OF THE BOARD DATETHE NEXT REGULAR MEETING WILL BE HELD MAY 16, 2001, 4:30 P.M. IN THE DISTRICT BOARD ROOM.

Eureka City Schools Board of Education

REGULAR MEETING

May 2, 2001

3200 Walford Avenue, Eureka, CA

MINUTES

CLOSED SESSION (closed to the public)

A. 7:00 p.m. Call to order and move to closed session

Members Present: Hayes, Israel, Anderson, Taplin, Pace

Members Absent: None

Staff Present: Aslanian, Thornton

The regular meeting was called to order by Hayes at 7:00 p.m. and moved to closed session.

With respect to every item of business discussed in closed session pursuant to EC Sec. 48918(c) or 76030:

( 1) Consideration of Student Expulsion(s) (no additional information required)

(a) Discipline Agreement for Student #00-01-021

(b) Discipline Agreement for Student #00-01-023

Board action was taken at the conclusion of regular session.

With respect to every item of business discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C Sections 48918(c) or 76030:

( 2) Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release - No action taken.

With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C. Section 54957.6:

( 3) Conference w/ Labor Negotiator(s) Regarding ETA/CSEA/Management Employees

No action taken.

7:30 PM REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING (An audio recording is made of this meeting.)

B. RECONVENING OF REGULAR SESSION

The regular meeting was reconvened by Hayes at 7:30 p.m.

Members Present : Hayes, Israel, Anderson, Taplin, Pace, Grushkin

Members Absent : Hackett

Staff Present : Aslanian, Thornton

C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG

The Pledge was led by Member Pace.

D. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA

Item (22) Intent to Apply for a Humboldt Area Foundation Grant - Jefferson School and Item (36) Report on the Results of the Health Risk Survey were removed from the agenda.

E. STUDENT BOARD REPRESENTATIVES REPORT

Student Board Representative Grushkin reported she is working on a project involving a good sportsmanship award. They are setting criteria for friendly competition. Sophomores in the Streets and the park program (improving Adorni's Carson Mill area) will kick off on May 18 at the Adorni Center. This week was Band Week at the high school. Powder Puff is May 24 at the Albee Stadium. An international dinner will be held in the cafeteria tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. The Drama Club is putting on the play "They Dance Real Slow in Jackson." A program called "Give Youth a Hand" is being developed through the countywide ASB meetings. Member Grushkin participated on the EHS strategic planning meeting.

F. VISITOR COMMENTS

Zoe Barnum High School teacher David Orphal began by praising Eureka City Schools for being a leader in the protection of rights for students with alternative sexual orientation. In January 2000, AB 537, The California Student Safety and Violence Prevention Act of 2000, was signed into law. Through AB 537, two new forms of discrimination were added to the existing prohibitions against discrimination and harassment in California public schools: actual or perceived sexual orientation and actual or perceived gender.

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F. VISITOR COMMENTS (continued)

Mr. Orphal asked the Board adopt a policy to make real and enact AB 537. The AB 537 task force recommends that every school teacher and staff member is trained in the new law and its implementation. Other than Eureka City Schools, there are no other schools north of San Francisco that offers this training. Youth Against Homophobia has an open invitation to schools to provide "Homophobia 101" training (flyers are sent). A copy of the AB 537 Task Force report and accompanying legislation will be given to the Board.

G. INFORMATION

( 4) Superintendent Report

Absent.

( 5) Associate Superintendent Report

Ø The annual trip to England by EHS students has had a change. The chaperone lives in the Ferndale area and because of England's problem with hoof and mouth disease, she has chosen not to go. As a result, this has become a private trip with parents chaperoning and the school released of liability.

Ø Last week counselors/psychs. held a strategic thinking workshop. There is so much expected of them it is difficult for them to always know where to put their priorities. The Board received an overview of how the session proceeded and the results.

Ø Aslanian attended a reception for Winship teacher Dave Harvey who received the California Teachers of English Region 1 Excellence in Teaching Award.

Ø On May 9, four ECS teachers will be recognized by HCOE by receiving the Humboldt County Excellence in Teaching Award. These teachers are: Elizabeth Baker, Robert Chapman, Valerie Gardner, and Carol Goodwyn.

Ø This week is the beginning of STAR testing at the high schools.

Ø There are 117 students from the high school that received the Governor's Scholarship for last year's high scores on the STAR test. The scholarship is $1,000 toward a college education.

H. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve

It was M/S by Taplin/Anderson to approve the following Consent Calendar items:

( 6) Personnel Report # 21

( 7) Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 4, 2001

( 8) Claim Against Eureka City Schools

( 9) Accept the California Department of Education Workability I Program Grant

(10) Declaration of Equipment as Surplus and Authorization to Sell

(11) Approve One-Time Block Grant - Lincoln Elementary

(12) Renewal of Contract Between Mandated Cost Systems, Inc. and Eureka City Schools

(13) Accept Humboldt Sponsors Grants: Jefferson Day Camp, Zane Day Camp, and Eureka Elementary Academy

(14) Textbook Adoption - Calculus - Concepts and Contexts - EHS

(15) Textbook Adoption - The Developing Child - EHS

(16) Board Policy 6145.8 Assemblies and Special Events

(17) Disposal of Obsolete and/or Damaged Text Books - EHS

(18) Disposal of Obsolete and/or Damaged Text Books - Zane Jr. High School

(19) Resolution #00-01-068, Recognizing May 9, 2001 as "Day of the Teacher"

(20) Resolution #00-01-069, Recognizing May 21-25, 2001 as "Classified Employee's Week"

(21) Intent to Apply for a Humboldt Area Foundation Grant, a Simpson Fund Grant, and a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Grant - Grant Elementary School

(22) Intent to Apply for a Humboldt Area Foundation Grant - Jefferson Elementary School

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H. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve (continued)

(23) Resolution #00-01-067 - Approving Access to Meal Eligibility Records for Purposes of Reporting Disaggregated Achievement Data

(24) Resolution #00-01-066 - Decision Not to Reemploy Certificated Employees

(25) Intent to Apply for the Reading Excellence Act Local Reading Improvement Grant

(26) Intent to Apply for the Francis P. Collea Teacher Achievement Award Program

Student Board Representatives: ayes 1, noes 0, absent 1 Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 5, noes 0, absent 0. Motion carried.

I. DISCUSSION/ACTION - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve

(27) Leadership Team 3% Salary Increase Deferment

Israel requested the money lost by the team with this offer be made up to them when possible.

It was M/S by Taplin/Israel to support the leadership Team's 3% salary increase deferment from July 1, 2001 to February 1, 2002. The Board also made an open commitment to the leadership team by adding the stipulation that the Board returns the money to the team when it is available.

Student Board Representatives: ayes 1, noes 0, absent 1 Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 5, noes 0, absent 0. Motion carried.

(28) Reschedule of Board Budget Workshop Date

It was M/S by Pace/Anderson to reschedule the Board budget workshop date to May 10, 2001 at 4:30 p.m. Student Board Representatives: ayes 1, noes 0, absent 1 Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 5, noes 0, absent 0. Motion carried.

It was agreed there would be no fiscal policy team that morning. Pace asked the workshop include a discussion regarding the Zane breezeways. Other items of interest were FCMAT, the impact of not doing a bond, and information on state bonds.

J. DISCUSSION - The Board is Asked to Receive

(29) Textbook Adoption: Life Physical and Earth Science - EHS

This item was tabled to the May 16 meeting.

(30) Textbook Adoption: Democracy in Action - EHS

EHS teacher Paul Bressoud presented this text as the best organized of the books reviewed, and it provides yearly supplements and updates. It is the department's intent to have this book in place next year. This item will return on consent at the next regular meeting.

(31) Textbook Adoption: Globe Literature - EHS

EHS teacher Diana Berliner explained adoption includes four texts in a series of six. This will provide opportunities for progression of the different reading levels. This item will return on consent at the next regular meeting.

(32) Textbook Adoption: Elements of Language - EHS

(33) Textbook Adoption: English Workshop - EHS

EHS teacher Ann Diehl explained these two texts are the first adoption of grammar text in the past 20 years. Although the rules don't change, technology has made changes in how grammar is used. Elements of Language, a 9th grade text, not only includes grammar, punctuation, and usage, but also teaches composition. The English Workshop is exclusively a grammar and punctuation text for 10th grade students. In response to Israel, 7th and 8th grade were not consulted in the adoption. This item will return on consent at the next meeting.

(34) New Course Adoption: Environmental Field Biology - EHS

EHS teacher Robert Childs explained this course will fit a void in the science department and is a natural fit for a course students have requested. Israel emphasized letting the students know ahead of time the expense of the required field trips. Hayes expressed concern with a general class that requires fund raising. She asked that long-range class plans be considered.

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(34) New Course Adoption: Environmental Field Biology - EHS (continued)

Mr. Childs will work out the numbers in detail so students will know the costs up front. This item will be brought back under discussion/action at the next meeting and will include a sample budget and a list of funding opportunities.

(35) New Course Adoption: Agriculture Environmental Ecology - EHS

This item will be brought back on discussion/action at the next meeting.

(36) Report on the Results of the Health Risk Survey

(37) Update on Facility Funding Program

CBO Jerry Johnson explained the budget's negative declaration requires the Humboldt County Office of Education's approval for any non-voter debt. The county has requested a detailed analysis of the district's budget prior to approval of the facility-financing plan. Work is still moving forward on the addition of facilities for the 6th grade students at the middle schools. Since the County has delayed approval of the debt plan, the research contract is being held. The facility-needs report has been received and includes three categories of work. This will come to the Board at a future meeting. A facility timeline and a bond timeline have both been completed. Hayes asked that all the timelines be placed on one document and provided the Board.

(38) Benefits for Domestic Partners

Associate Superintendent Aslanian explained that at this point there are 9 out of 34 districts in the North Coast Schools' Medical Insurance Group that have voted to adopt the policy to extend medical, dental, and vision programs to include domestic partners of eligible employees effective July 1, 2001. An increase in costs is not anticipated. This only involves CSEA, although the certificated JPA will probably follow. The language that is used comes directly from the Secretary of State. This item will return on consent at the next regular meeting.

K. BOARD CORRESPONDENCE

Board members received invitations to the HCOE Excellence in Teaching Award on May 9 at 4:00 p.m. at the Eureka Inn. Hayes also received a letter regarding the budget from the Humboldt County Office of Education. All members received a copy.

L. COMMENTS/COMMUNICATION - BOARD MEMBERS

Hayes: No comment.

Pace: No comment.

Taplin: Member Taplin attended the strategic thinking session for counselors/psyches. Taplin also expressed how proud she was of the Zane and EHS bands in the Rhododendron Parade. She also recognized Member Hayes's son Jeff Hayes for his tennis accomplishments.

Israel: No comment.

Anderson: Anderson requested a list of what the high school currently has in the way of text after the fall purchases.

It was M/S by Israel/Taplin to approve the discipline agreements on Students #00-01-021 and #00-01-023. Governing Board: ayes 5, noes 0, absent 0. Motion carried.

M. RECESS

N. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further closed session business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

James W. Scott, Ed.D. CLERK OF THE BOARD DATE

Secretary of the Board of Education

Eureka City Schools Board of Education

REGULAR MEETING

April 4, 2001

3200 Walford Avenue, Eureka, CA

MINUTES

CLOSED SESSION (closed to the public)

A. 7:00 p.m. Call to order and move to closed session

Members Present: Hayes, Israel, Anderson, Taplin, Pace

Members Absent: None

Staff Present: Scott, Aslanian, Thornton

The regular meeting was called to order by Hayes at 7:00 p.m. and moved to closed session.

With respect to every item of business discussed in closed session pursuant to EC Sec. 48918(c) or 76030:

( 1) Consideration of Student Expulsion(s) (no additional information required)

(a) Student #00-01-017, (b) Student #00-01-018, (c) Student #00-01-019, (d) Student #00-01-020 (all discipline agreements)

Board action was taken at the conclusion of regular session.

With respect to every item of business discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C Sections 48918(c) or 76030:

( 2) Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release - No action taken.

With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Gov.C. Section 54957.6:

( 3) Conference w/ Labor Negotiator(s) Regarding ETA/CSEA/Management Employees

No action taken.

7:30 PM REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING (An audio recording is made of this meeting.)

B. RECONVENING OF REGULAR SESSION

The regular meeting was reconvened by Hayes at 7:30 p.m.

Members Present : Hayes, Israel, Anderson, Taplin, Pace, Grushkin

Members Absent : Hackett

Staff Present : Scott, Aslanian, Thornton

C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG - Worthington K-8 School

Worthington Principal Hank Beck introduced the Worthington honors band and student Holly Brown. Holly led the Pledge and spoke of the advantage of Worthington being a small school. David Demant, music teacher for Worthington, introduced the band and led them in two songs.

D. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA

Item H (14) Board Policy 5141.33 Head Lice was removed from the agenda.

E. STUDENT BOARD REPRESENTATIVES REPORT

Student Board Representative Grushkin reported EHS's Career Summit Day was very successful. The speaker had a very good impact on everyone. The PTSA fashion show was fun. A raffle was held to purchase 5 tables to be placed throughout the campus. April 6 is Senior Class Night, and a Cesar Chavez rally was held last Monday. The sophomore class is working on Sophomores in the Streets scheduled for May 19 along with their park project. ASB has established a meeting with all other local high school student bodies to share information and discuss solutions and ideas regarding their schools. The next meeting will be held at Del Norte.

F. VISITOR COMMENTS

Resource Specialist Vicki Holsworth spoke against the budget cuts and how they have compromised her program. She suggested unions joining collectively to fight the reductions.

G. INFORMATION

( 4) Superintendent Report

Ø Tomorrow is a full day of Interest Based Bargaining with the teacher's union.

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( 4) Superintendent Report (continued)

Ø Friday is Eureka High School's strategic plan update.

Ø The week after next will be spring break.

( 5) Associate Superintendent Report

Ø The speaker for the Career Summit delivered a very powerful message to the kids. There were over 100 people in the community who volunteered to provide this day for the students. The high school, particularly Marge Crichton's office, was recognized for this event along with the Arkley family who provided funding for the speaker and lunch.

Ø PAR is keeping to the timelines with 26 new teachers matched with their mentor teachers.

Ø Aslanian attended Lafayette's musical review on March 27. It was an extravaganza beyond belief with every student participating. All parents that were instrumental in the production were commended.

H. CONSENT CALENDAR - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve

It was M/S by Israel/Taplin to approve the following Consent Calendar items: Item #14 was removed from the agenda. The following corrections were made to the Minutes of March 21, 2001: In closed session Taplin was replaced with Israel under members present, and on page 5, item number 28, "community phone survey" was changed to "community interviews."

( 6) Personnel Report #20

( 7) Minutes of the Regular Workshop Meeting of March 21, 2001

( 8) Declaration of Equipment as Surplus and Authorization to Sell

( 9) Approve One-Time Block Grant - HBHS

(10) Approve One-Time Block Grant - Eureka High School

(11) Renewal of Superintendent's Contract for 2000-2003

(12) Disposal of Damaged and Obsolete Text/Library Books

(13) Board Policy 5132(a) Dress and Grooming,

(14) Board Policy 5141.33 Head Lice

(15) Intent to Apply for a Humboldt Area Foundation - Elementary Academy

Student Board Representatives: ayes 1, noes 0, absent 1, Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 5, noes 0, absent 0. Motion carried.

I. DISCUSSION/ACTION - The Board is Asked to Receive/Approve

(16) Scheduling of Budget Workshop and Agenda Development

It was M/S by Anderson/Pace to approve the date of May 3, 2001 at 4:30 p.m. for a budget workshop. Student Board Representatives: ayes 1, noes 0, absent 1, Hackett; Governing Board: ayes 5, noes 0, absent 0. Motion carried.

J. DISCUSSION - The Board is Asked to Receive

(17) Review March 29 Meeting Regarding Winzler Childrens Center

Dr. Scott commented the intent of this public meeting is to share information and receive public input regarding the impact of Winzler on the K-12 general fund. The staffing needs of Winzler as prescribed by the contract outnumber the funds that are received by the state to run the program. Other programs that encroach on the general fund are also being analyzed. Scott emphasized the intent has not been to close and discontinue services to the children of Winzler. Options presented were as follows: Leave the program as is and allow it to continue to encroach, subcontract the program to another entity, or continue the study to determine if there is a way to blend resources to enhance the program and reduce the encroachment. The original vision was to create a one-stop children's center for the community. If the district is to continue using K-12 money to supplement the Winzler program, the educational curriculum will be analyzed. Various entities were listed for potential partnerships

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The following individuals spoke against making any changes to the Winzler program, supported it remaining as is, and/or spoke in favor of early education: ETA president Patrick Riggs, children's center secretary Bobby Hayes, instructional assistant Elizabeth Cox, Winzler parent Ramona Pantoja, children's center teacher Nancy Frey, Blue Collar president Donny Carroll, attorney for CTA (Winzler teachers) William Bragg, and retired director of Winzler Bob Bartley. Grant School teacher Joe McTurk spoke of AB25 the Kindergarten Readiness Program. Northcoast Childrens Services executive director Kathy Montagne commented whatever decision the Board makes, it will be well thought out. NCS has no interest in expanding services but are willing to help in anyway available as a resource.

Israel spoke against subcontracting out existing jobs, but the Board has the responsibility of eliminating the budget deficit while maintaining the program at Winzler. Israel recalled the process and the millions of dollars in cuts in the budget in the last few years. Taplin supported Israel's comments adding every aspect of the budget is analyzed. The Board has never said they wanted to close Winzler. Taplin commended CBO Johnson and Superintendent Scott for trying to come up with alternatives to closure. Anderson asked for more detail on the process, possibly in the form of a timeline. This will be presented at the budget workshop. Taplin recalled the state is known for passing mandates and not funding them. She urged the audience to write letters to their legislator. For the budget workshop, Hayes asked for an overview of how the district approaches the community groups with common policies on rental agreements and the different partnerships on district grounds. It is the Board's responsibility to determine what can be done to eliminate the negative budget. How can other community children's services and ECS's programs blend together to provide Eureka's children quality programs (not quantity) and at the same time avoid negative declaration of the budget? Israel asked the budget workshop include categorized historical data on the Winzler budget; the income and outgo. Siddiq Kilkenny of NCS has been working with Eureka City Schools for a very long time providing children with the Head Start program. Currently there are 164 children ages 3-4 in the program, and of these 30% have an individual education program (IEP) and 20% have severe social needs. Eighty-two percent will enter into the ECS program. This cooperative agreement between the two entities has been a very good working relationship.

(18) Report on EAST Grant - EHS

EHS teacher Ron Perry spoke of the opportunity that has come to the high school through the EAST grant. EHS teacher Jennifer Johnson and he will work together to develop this program. The EAST philosophy provides students the opportunity to work on a problem-solving project they are passionate about while providing a service to someone or something and learning advanced technical skills. A computer lab containing state of the art tools (computer aided drawing) will allow an opportunity for many venues of interest for students. The lab will be put in place in July, and the program will begin next fall. The students will be responsible for the lab. Of the 85 applications, Eureka High School was one of ten schools in California that received the grant. Being a two-year grant, sustainability was discussed.

(19) Textbook Adoption - Calculus - Concepts and Contexts - EHS

EHS teacher Russ Turpin introduced the text informing the Board there are 39 students in AP calculus. Mr. Turpin explained the expected expansion of more advanced classes. This book is much more readable and more of a resource than a set of problems. This item will return on consent.

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EHS teacher Pam Cahill shared this text provides for a two semester class in parental education and pre-school teaching. This item will return on consent.

(21) Board Policy 6145.8 Assemblies and Special Events

Parent notification has been done through the "Logger Letter." Proper and clear parent notification should be suggested to the administration. The "Logger Letter" is informational rather than a parental permission document. Parents should be given the right to choose whether their child will attend or not attend an assembly. The phone notification system was suggested. Parental notification is outlined in detail in the Administrative Regulations. The Administrative Regulations will be taken to the principals, and they will be asked to render their opinion on how this applies to practice. Whether an assembly is optional should not matter on notification. This board policy will return for approval on consent.

K. BOARD CORRESPONDENCE

Hayes acknowledged receiving a response from First District Supervisor Jimmy Smith regarding the Youth Council program funding. Hayes expressed appreciation for Israel's action on this item.

Correspondence has been received from CSBA on nomination of president or vice president elect due by June 18. The Board agreed this would be filed on time.

L. COMMENTS/COMMUNICATION - BOARD MEMBERS

Hayes: During the whole weekend of the jazz festival, Eureka City School's musicians were highlighted.

Pace: Pace attended the HCAST update on emerging legal issues, the Brown Act, and declining enrollment. The Board will receive copies of the declining enrollment information. Pace commended CBO Johnson on his facilitation at the Winzler meeting.

Taplin: The Lafayette musical night was wonderful. Taplin also attended the children's jazz concert at the Muni.. They had a special dedication to Marshall school. Principal Gossard was surprised with a call to the stage to perform with the band. Retired Marshall teachers were also present.

Israel: No comment.

Anderson: No comment.

M. RECESS

CLOSED SESSION (continued)

The Board may continue Item A to consider and/or take action on closed session items.

It was M/S Israel/Taplin to approve the discipline agreements on (a) Student #00-01-017, (b) Student #00-01-018, (c) Student #00-01-019, and (d) Student #00-01-020. Governing Board: ayes 5, noes 0, absent 0. Motion carried.

There being no further closed session business, the meeting was adjourned.

N. ADJOURNMENT

President Hayes adjourned the meeting at 10:15 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

CLERK OF THE BOARD DATE

James W. Scott, Ed.D.

Secretary of the Board of Education

Eureka City Schools Board of Education

REGULAR "WORKSHOP" MEETING

March 21, 2001

3200 Walford Avenue, Eureka, CA

MINUTES

4:30 PM REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING (An audio recording is made of this meeting.)

A. CALL TO ORDER OF REGULAR SESSION

Hayes called the regular meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.

Members Present : Hayes, Anderson, Taplin, Pace, Israel after

Members Absent : Israel - arrived at 5:38 p.m.

Staff Present : Scott, Aslanian, Thornton

B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG - Lincoln Elementary School

Lincoln counselor Pat Graves introduced Lincoln student Pa Vang who led the pledge and shared her experience at Lincoln and the English language class. She introduced 6th grade student Melissa Mein who talked about how Lincoln has made her ready for middle school. Christopher Kate introduced his parents and talked about Lincoln's library, reading program, and art classes.

School Board Minutes 2000-2001 school year

School Board Minutes
2000-2001 school year