Meeting

Redlands Unified School District
Agenda
 
Mission Statement
 
The Redlands Unified School District, as a unifying agent of several unique communities rich in local history, culture, and tradition, is committed to preparing students to become productive participants in a diverse, multi-cultural, democratic society through quality education, high expectations, flexible programs, and innovative partnerships.  Our students will be empowered with the knowledge and commitment necessary to confront the challenges of our changing world as they become the leaders of the 21st century.
 
 
Board of Education
April 23, 2024
6:00 PM
Board Room, 25 West Lugonia Avenue, Redlands, CA
Open/Closed Session: 4:00 p.m., Packing House
304 9th Street, Redlands, CA 92374 
Open Session: 6:00 p.m. 

 
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If you wish to submit a written public comment, please submit your comment to: [email protected] by 4:00 p.m. on April 22, 2024.  Comments received by this time will be provided to the Board of Education at or prior to the public comment portion of the agenda, and will be included in the published minutes of the meeting.  Any comments received after that time, will be held for the next Regular Meeting on May 7, 2024.

Public comments related to Closed Session Agenda Item must be identified in the subject line as “Closed Session Public Comment” for consideration prior to Closed Session.  All other public comments submitted will be considered during Open Session Public Comment.
 
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I.
OPEN SESSION
a.
ROLL CALL
b.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
II.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
a.
COMMUNITY INPUT
This is the time that members of the public will be provided an opportunity to directly address the Board about any item described under this Closed Session. Comments are limited to three [3] minutes or less.

Individuals with comments on any other subject matter within the Board's jurisdiction may address those during the regularly scheduled Public Comments sections later in the Agenda.
III.
ADJOURNMENT TO CLOSED SESSION
IV.
CLOSED SESSION
a.
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR - CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
1.
Designated Representative[s]:

Juan Cabral, Superintendent of Schools
Sabine Robertson-Phillips, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources

 
2.
Employee Organizations:

Redlands Education Support Professionals Association [RESPA]
Redlands Teachers Association [RTA]
b.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
1.
Certificated Management
c.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE
d.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNCIL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
e.
STUDENT MATTERS
f.
OTHER
V.
ADJOURNMENT TO OPEN SESSION
VI.
REGULAR MEETING - OPEN SESSION
a.
CALL TO ORDER

b.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

c.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA

d.
ROLL CALL

e.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES 

None

VII.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
a.
COMMUNITY INPUT
This is the time that any member of the public may address the Board on anything that falls under the jurisdiction of the Board of Education, provided the person submits a completed Registration Card to Address the Board form to the Clerk of the Board or his/her designee prior to the time the Chairperson calls the item for the Boards consideration. This is not meant to be a debating period. Complaints and problems relating to policy matters will be referred to the Superintendent. 
The person wishing to address the Board shall, when recognized by the Chairperson of the Board, step up to the podium/microphone and announce his/her name. The Chairperson shall, in the interest of facilitating the business of the Board, limit the amount of time which a member of the public may use in addressing the Board to three [3] minutes, unless the Chairperson, or a majority of the Board determines that a different limit is appropriate. 
 
VIII.
STUDENT TRUSTEE REPORT
IX.
BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS
X.
BOARD COMMENTS/REPORTS
XI.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
The Superintendent and members of the Cabinet are encouraged to report on items of information to the Board, as well as provide information about conferences or meetings which they have attended. Other items, which may be agendized for a later meeting, may be presented but cannot be commented upon nor discussed at the meeting. [Reference: The Ralph M. Brown Act].
XII.
PRESENTATION
1.
Recognition of C-STEM Administrator and Teacher of the Year – Ken Wagner, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services
XIII.
SUPERINTENDENT'S RECOMMENDATIONS
XIV.
BUSINESS SERVICES CONSENT ITEMS
a.
Approve all Consent Items as detailed in Items XV.b. – XV.o.

b.
Approve Agreement with Ensemble Therapy, to provide Speech Services, effective April 24, 2024 through June 6, 2024, to be billed based on the attached rate sheet, funded by Special Education Funds (Appendix Item).

Ensemble Therapy will be providing a comprehensive range of speech services, encompassing assessments, therapy sessions, report generation, preparation for Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, and active participation.

c.
Approve Agreement with the Law Offices of Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo, to provide legal services pertaining to District business, effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, unless renewed or extended by a written agreement. Billed per agreed-upon rates and to be funded by Business Services, CFD, Developer Fee and General Funds (Appendix item).

The Law Offices of Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo, will provide legal services pertaining to District business and related matters as may be specifically directed by the Governing Board and the Superintendent/designee, including, but not limited to, personnel, labor, employee relations and other consortium-related services in addition to other services including facilities, special education, charter schools, and board/governance, or such other legal issues as may be specifically assigned by the Superintendent/designee.

d.
Approve Agreement with Ironwood Consulting & Inspections, Inc., to provide DSA Inspection Services for Redlands East Valley High School Stadium and Parking Lot Improvements, Phase 2, for $212,340.00, effective June 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, to be funded by Developer Fees. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

All school projects under the jurisdiction of the Division of State Architect (DSA) must have a Certified Project Inspector. This contract will provide the required services for Redlands East Valley High School Stadium and Parking Lot Improvements, Phase 2.

e.
Approve Agreement with Kevin Bracy, DBA as LifeChangers International, to provide one 90-minute opening Keynote at the Administrative Advance, effective July 24, 2024, at a cost not to exceed $7,000.00, to be funded by Educator Effectiveness Block Grant (EEBG) Funds. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign related documents on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

Kevin Bracy, DBA LifeChangers International will be the opening Keynote speaker on July 24, 2024, at the annual Administrative Advance. Mr. Bracy will be delivering an inspiring and engaging opening keynote to Redlands Unified Administration. His keynote will center on empowering education professionals to comprehend students' backgrounds and embrace inclusive strategies, aiming to facilitate their students' journey toward success.

f.
Approve Agreement with Leighton Consulting Inc., to provide materials testing and special inspections for Redlands High School Terrier Gymnasium HVAC Upgrades, at a cost not to exceed $11,845.00, effective April 24, 2024 through September 30, 2024, to be funded by Covid and/or Redevelopment Agency Funds. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

This agreement will provide the required testing and inspection services for the Redlands High School Terrier Gymnasium HVAC Upgrades Project.

g.
Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement with Ironwood Consulting & Inspections Inc., to provide DSA Inspection Services for HVAC Upgrades at the District Office, at a cost of $7,600.00 to be funded by Covid and/or Redevelopment Agency Funds. Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

On February 14, 2023, the Board approved the agreement with Ironwood Consulting & Inspections Inc., to provide DSA Inspection Services for HVAC Upgrades at the District Office. The project has been extended, requiring a longer inspection period.

h.
Ratify/Approve Agreement with Simun Psychological Assessment Group, to conduct a psychoeducational Independent Education Evaluation, effective February 9, 2024 through June 5, 2025, not to exceed $7,200.00, funded by Special Education Administrative Funds (Appendix Item).

Student R.F., through her parents, has requested an Independent Educational Evaluation ("IEE"), at public expense. R.F. has selected consultant to conduct an IEE in the area of psychoeducational. Consultant is specially trained, experienced, and qualified to conduct the IEE. District has agreed to R.F.'s requests for an IEE at public expense and seeks the Board's approval of the Consultant Agreement.

i.
Ratify/Approve the use of Elite Executive Charter, for use of Charter Transportation Services in the absence of a formal bid. Authorize Juan Cabral, Superintendent, Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, and Amy Drummond, Purchasing Director I, to sign related documents on behalf of the Board.

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

j.
Approve the Compromise Agreement between the Redlands Unified School District and the family of Student, effective upon approval of the Board, to resolve the dispute referenced in OAH No. 2023120299. Educational services provided by this Agreement shall be funded by Special Education Administration Funds.

Family, on behalf of Student, filed a due process complaint against the District with the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH No. 2023120299). Family contends that Student's educational program denied Student a free and appropriate public education ("FAPE"). The District contends that it made a FAPE available to Student.

Family and the District have negotiated a compromise to resolve this dispute, through which the District has agreed to make certain changes to Student's educational program, and that for the 2023/2024 school year only, pending approval of the Board, the District shall implement certain portions of that program using Family's preferred provider. In exchange, family has agreed to other of the District's requests.

k.
Approve the Compromise Agreement between the Redlands Unified School District and the family of Student, effective upon approval by the Board, to resolve the dispute referenced in OAH No. 2024030676. Educational services provided by this Agreement shall be funded by Special Education Administration Funds.

Family, on behalf of Student, filed a due process complaint against the District with the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH No. 2024030676). Family contends that Student's educational program denied Student a free and appropriate public education ("FAPE"). The District contends that it made a FAPE available to Student.

Family and the District have negotiated a compromise to resolve this dispute, through which the District has agreed to provide certain educational services for Student, pending approval of the Board, and in exchange, Family has agreed to certain of the District's requests.

l.
Ratify/Approve Memorandum of Understanding with San Bernardino County Superintendent and Bryn Mawr Elementary to provide workshops, seminars, and hands-on activities with Music Changing Lives, Food for the People (MCLFFP), effective October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2026, at no cost to the District. Authorize Juan Cabral, Superintendent, to sign related documents on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

Music Changing Lives, Food for The People (MCLFFP) provides comprehensive educational programs alongside garden initiatives. Workshops and hands-on activities equip community members with tools for sustainable food systems. MCLFFP addresses the root causes of food insecurity and promotes community engagement.

m.
Approve Change Order No. 1 with Dalke & Sons Construction, Inc., for the Walk-In Cooler addition at Franklin Elementary, Bid 6-24, in the amount of $7,673.12, to be funded by Food Services Funds (Appendix Item).

This change order is for the Walk-In Cooler addition at Franklin Elementary, which the Board awarded on November 14, 2023. This change order addresses unforeseen conditions and contains an explanation of the reason for the change order, the amount, and the amended contract amount.

n.

Authorize Destruction of the following surplus/obsolete vehicles:
UNIT     DESCRIPTION       ENG                        VIN #                       LIC#        
506         93 FORD            1 TON VN    2FDLF47G4PC801658     E377775    
518         97 FORD            1 TON VN    1FDLF47G8VEB66925     E995387

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

o.
Approve Payment Transmittal Numbers 24001413 through 24001514 for April 23rd, 2024, in the amount of $2,612,649.01.  Authorize Jason Hill, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, to sign on behalf of the Board (Appendix Item).

XV.
BUSINESS SERVICES ACTION ITEMS
a.
None 

XVI.
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CONSENT ITEMS
a.
Approve Consent Item as detailed in Item XVII.b. – XVII.e.

b.
Approve 17 members of the Redlands High School AFJROTC to travel by van, to the Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base in Oceanside, California, where they will gain character attributes, leadership, and life skills that can be applied in their education, career, and life, effective April 24, 2024 through April 28, 2024.

To be funded by donations; Two and a half days of instruction will be missed.

c.
Approve 10 members of the Citrus Valley High School Boys Varsity Basketball Team to travel by van, to San Diego State University in San Diego, California, where they will participate in a two-day basketball tournament, effective June 14, 2024 through June 15, 2024.

To be funded by donations; No days of instruction will be missed.

d.
Approve 85 5th grade students at Kimberly Elementary School to travel by bus, to the Pali Institute: Outdoor Education Center in Running Springs, California, where they will explore science in a fun and engaging way that covers a variety of the 5th grade science standards, effective October 16, 2024 through October 18, 2024.

To be funded by donations; Three days of instruction will be missed.

e.
Approve 60 members of the Redlands High School Chamber Singers and Les Chanteuses to travel by bus and plane, to the WorldStrides Heritage National Music Competition in Honolulu, Hawaii, where they will hear and learn from choir all around the nation, as well as work with and learn from distinguished vocal music adjudicators, effective March 19, 2025 through March 23, 2025.

To be funded by donations; Three days of instruction will be missed.

XVII.
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES ACTION ITEMS
a.
Adopt Resolution No. 28, 2023-2024, Education Support Professionals Day, May 21, 2024 (Appendix Item).

District support of this designated Education Support Professionals Day by California Legislature makes a visible statement that we acknowledge and appreciate the work our education support professionals do to keep our schools safe, healthy, and running smoothly.

b.
Adopt Resolution No. 29, 2023-2024, Day of the Teacher, May 8, 2024 (Appendix Item).

District support of this designated Day of the Teacher by California Legislature makes a visible statement that we acknowledge and thank teachers for dedicating their professional lives to our children. This year’s theme is: “California Educators: United for Our Students.”

c.
Approve the Stipulated Expulsion regarding student 2023-2024-032, expulsion through the remainder of the second semester for the 2023-2024 school year and all the first semester for the 2024-2025 school year.

Student 2023-2024-032 was recommended for expulsion in violation of Education Code 48900 (c) Possessed, used, sold, or otherwise furnished, or been under the influence of any controlled substance (Mushroom Edibles).

d.
Approve the Stipulated Expulsion regarding student 2023-2024-033, expulsion through the remainder of the second semester for the 2023-2024 school year and all the first semester for the 2024-2025 school year.

Student 2023-2024-033 was recommended for expulsion in violation of Education Code 48900 (i) Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.

e.
Approve the Stipulated Expulsion regarding student 2023-2024-034, expulsion through the remainder of the second semester for the 2023-2024 school year.

Student 2023-2024-034 was recommended for expulsion in violation of Education Code 48915 (a) E Assault/ battery upon any school employee.

XVIII.
HUMAN RESOURCES CONSENT ITEMS
a.
Approve all Consent Items as detailed in Items XIX.b. - XIX.v.
b.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve employment of hourly/daily certificated personnel (Appendix Item).
c.
Certificated - Ratify/Approve revised salary placements/assignments for certificated bargaining unit personnel (Appendix Item).
d.
Certificated - Approve certificated request for leave of absence for the 2023-2024 school year (Appendix Item).
e.
Certificated - Approve certificated request for leave of absence for the 2024-2025 school year (Appendix Item).
f.
Certificated - Ratify/Accept resignations/separations for certificated bargaining unit personnel for the 2023-2024 school year (Appendix Item).
g.
Certificated - Accept resignations/separations for certificated bargaining unit personnel for the 2024-2025 school year (Appendix Item).
h.
Classified - Ratify/Approve new classified contract personnel (Appendix Item).
i.
Classified - Ratify/Approve new classified contract Instructional Paraprofessional - Special Education personnel (Appendix Item).
j.
Classified - Ratify/Approve employment of classified substitute/short-term personnel (Appendix Item).
k.
Classified - Ratify/Approve anniversary step and longevity increments of classified contract personnel, effective May 1, 2024 (Appendix Item).
l.
Classified - Ratify/Approve revised salary placements/assignments for classified contract personnel (Appendix Item).
m.
Classified - Ratify/Approve revised salary placements/assignments for classified contract Instructional Paraprofessional - Special Education personnel (Appendix Item).
n.
Classified - Ratify/Approve extra assignments for classified contract personnel (Appendix Item).
o.
Classified - Ratify/Approve extra assignments for classified contract Instructional Paraprofessional - Special Education personnel (Appendix Item).
p.
Classified - Ratify/Approve classified request for leave of absence (Appendix Item).
q.
Classified - Ratify/Accept resignations/separations from classified contract personnel (Appendix Item).
r.
Classified - Ratify/Accept resignations/separations from classified contract Instructional Paraprofessional - Special Education personnel (Appendix Item).
s.
Classified - Ratify/Accept resignations of classified substitute/short-term personnel (Appendix Item).
t.
Other - Ratify/Approve employment of temporary athletic team coaches/extended day/Citrus Valley High School (Appendix Item).
u.
Other - Ratify/Approve employment of volunteer athletic team coaches (Appendix Item).
v.
Other - Approve volunteers and fieldtrip chaperones for the 2023-2024 school year (Appendix Item).
XIX.
HUMAN RESOURCES ACTION ITEMS
a.
None.

XX.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
XXI.
CLOSED SESSION
XXII.
ADJOURNMENT