OROVILLE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING
February 6, 2008
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Board President, Mr. Bruce, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 16, 2008, at Prospect High School.
Board Members Present: Dave Bruce, Steven Rocchi, Brenda Harris and Ed Hottell
Administrators Present: Dwayne Robinson, Superintendent, Susan Watts, Assistant Superintendent/CBO and Corey Willenberg, Assistant Superintendent/Principal of Oroville Adult Education
· Personnel-Gov’t. Code 54957 [Public employee employment/discipline/dismissal; review of possible non-reelections; administrative evaluations]
· Conference with Legal Counsel-Anticipated or Existing Litigation—Gov’t. Code Section 54956.9 [Case name unspecified because disclosure would jeopardize negotiations]
· Conference with Labor Negotiators—Gov’t. Code Sec. 54947.6 [OSTA/CSEA: Dwayne Robinson, Superintendent, designated representative]
· Pupil Discipline—California Education Code Sections 48918/35146
· CAHSEE Waivers – Education Code 60851(c)
Mrs. MacIntyre arrived at 5:38 p.m.
At 6:17 p.m., the board reconvened to Open Session. In Closed Session, no action was taken.
On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Dr. Rocchi, the board voted unanimously to approve the addition of an Amended Personnel Assignment Order (item #27).
RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Student Recognition and Achievement – CCHS
The CCHS student was unable to attend the board meeting. The Academic Decathlon team from OHS was recognized instead. Regina Pugh, Advisor, stated that they did well considering how late they started practicing. The varsity team finished 6th and the alternate team finished 2nd. Team members Shannon and Kara Clay thanked Mrs. Pugh and the community for their support and showed off the medals that they won. Mr. Bruce and Mrs. MacIntyre served as judges and commented that they had a great time.
2. Presentation by OASIS on the Possibility of Putting a School Bond on the November Ballot
OASIS Vice President, Gordon Andoe, gave a brief history of the OASIS group. He stated that the SBF funding they applied for last June is still pending. He asked the board to consider putting a bond measure on the November ballot. Phase I of the original plan was estimated at $17,500 and includes finalizing the concept for Harrison Stadium. Phase II of the plan is estimated at $24,000 and includes items such as renovating the baseball fields and turning part of the corporation yard into a soccer field. They would also need $15,000 for marketing and advertising. They have a broad spectrum of support from the community. Bruce Harmon, OASIS secretary and representative from the Oroville Youth Soccer League spoke on the three question survey that was recently given. Question #1 asked people if they were registered voters. Of the one hundred and twenty-nine people that took the survey, one hundred and twenty-seven people were registered voters. Question #2 asked people if they were aware of the school construction bond that the district passed. Seventy-two people were aware of the bond; fifty-seven were not. Question #3 asked people if they would support a bond to upgrade athletic facilities after seeing the success that OUHSD had with passing and implementing the bond for school construction. One hundred-one would support the bond; thirteen would not; and fifteen were undecided. Mr. Harmon stated that OASIS would gladly support the district in trying to pass another bond. Mark Lundberg, OASIS President, stated that there is a lot of positive feedback from the community and there is a great need to upgrade Harrison Stadium. All other schools in the EAL have an all weather track, which is a disadvantage for our students. Practice was delayed this year due to the rainy weather. He asked the board to consider directing the Superintendent to support a bond issue in November. OASIS will help by promoting and doing publicity. Mr. Bruce commented that the OASIS group is very dedicated. He stated that the district will continue to pursue the possibility of a ballot measure in November. This would have to be brought back as an action item for approval. Mrs. MacIntyre inquired about the cost of the bond. Mr. Andoe said that the cost is unknown because they want to be reasonable. They would rather have the district come up with a figure of what size bond they would like to pass. OASIS can then figure out what projects can be done for that cost. Mrs. MacIntyre asked if there is a priority list. Mr. Andoe reported that Harrison Stadium is the first priority followed by the athletic fields at the schools. Mr. Bruce stated that a great deal of work has been done to develop a list of items that need to be done. Mrs. MacIntyre is concerned about the state budget. Mr. Bruce stated that the pros and cons can be discussed when the item is brought back in the future as an action item. A much more complex survey will also need to be completed.
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE REPORTS
LP Student Board Representative, Samantha Powell reported on basketball homecoming activities, a NJROTC air rifle competition, FFA steak and crab dinner, academic decathlon competition, the installation of a brick T-bird set into concrete at the corner of Autrey Lane and Monte Vista, winter formal, and upcoming events including senior girls basketball night on 2/12, senior boys basketball night on 2/15, and a blood drive on 2/29.
OHS Student Board Representative, Nou Vang, reported on a successful blood drive, the junior class winning homecoming, boys soccer beating LP by 1-0, and upcoming events including the Interact club making “whoppies” (water purification kits) that will be sent to third world countries and a Pennies for Patients fundraiser in March.
HEARING OF INDIVIDUALS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Dave Bruce, Board President, read the following statement: “I would like to take this opportunity to address the Board and all those present on the responsibilities of board members to the community that we serve as elected officers. First may I read to you our Responsibilities as Defined in the Education Code?: establish the educational philosophy; make policy to provide overall guidelines; employ personnel; adopt budget and approve expenditures; set rules and regulations for governing administration and operation of district; adopt curriculum; and evaluate the education process.
At this time, we find the State of California in a financial catastrophe disaster with a predicted short fall of fourteen billion dollars. We also find the Oroville Union High School District in a state of declining enrollment. I remember during one of our board visits last year one of OSTA’s members thanking us for “keeping this district financially sound and not allowing us to go down the path of other districts in this county.” Yes, declining enrollment will be a part of this district for the next seven years or more. Will this
impact the district? Yes! Does this Board and those present at this meeting wish us to fulfill our responsibilities in budgeting or do we wish to go the way of other districts in Butte County and (as reported) maybe as many as 50% of the districts in the State of California by not meeting AB 1200 requirements?
As a Board, we are the leaders of this district. We direct district administration in the operation of this 20 million dollar business. Yes, a business that needs to stay in the black. It is our responsibility to the students, their parents, our employees and every member of this community to live within budget and plan for declining budgets that will arrive in the years to come. We have in place a team of district administrators that we have faith in, and if we work together, we will keep this district solvent. I invite you to sit down with our District administration to review the budget finding.”
Scott Martin, OSTA Head Negotiator, stated that OSTA appreciates the due diligence of the board. The District and OSTA are looking at the same numbers but cannot see eye-to-eye. Just looking at the 4.53% COLA allocated for salaries, OSTA wants the whole amount. When the tentative agreement was signed, it was agreed upon that things like benefits for current and retired members and deficit reduction would be deducted. The cost of step and column was to include the savings. SERP saved the district $300,000. Therefore, the cost of step and column should be covered. They cannot see how the district is calculating it differently. The district has money this year to pay the full COLA. OSTA wants the full COLA or an understandable explanation of why it can’t be given. The district made an offer of going to friendly fact finding but OSTA feels that the district is trying to further delay the process. They also feel that the district bringing a lawyer into the negotiation process is a hindrance. This problem needs to be resolved through the grievance procedure. Going to arbitration could be costly to the district if it loses. Mr. Bruce stated that bringing a lawyer and CTA into the negotiation process makes it tougher. He suggested sitting down with administration to look at the numbers. Mr. Martin stated that he was open to talk. Mr. Bruce and Mrs. MacIntyre would both like to participate. Mr. Martin feels that representation is important because they are not “professional negotiators.” The district administrators are professionals and may know more than they do. Mr. Bruce stated that what is discussed will not be binding.
Larry Cobbler, OSTA President, had OSTA’s executive board stand up to be recognized. He said that it is nice to hear what Mr. Bruce just said but interest based bargaining is out because the Interim Superintendent has destroyed it. He applauded the board for doing a good job to keep the district solvent. He pointed out that the Interim Superintendent has made several “financial blunders” such as sending out offers of employment by certified mail, the loss of funds due to the mishandling of the independent study program last year, and by using envelopes and mailing labels when distributing memos to each teacher regarding the 1.3% COLA rather than just placing the memo in their mailboxes. They have filed an unfair labor practice for offering the SERP outside of negotiations. They are filing a grievance tonight for refusing to implement the tentative agreement appropriately. The remedy is to pay the full COLA. They will be filing a new unfair labor practice for regressive bargaining.
Teisha Hase, OSTA Negotiator, stated that she doesn’t understand the memo distributed by the district yesterday. She is concerned that the district keeps giving different numbers. The price of gas, electricity, groceries, etc. has increased and they deserve the full COLA.
RECOGNITION OF INDIVIDUALS WHO WISH TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS
Roger Love, Transportation Supervisor, asked to speak on agenda item 19.
NON-ACTION INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS
3. Board Comments and Reports
Mr. Bruce stated that he enjoyed being a judge for the academic decathlon. The FFA crab feed and the band dinner were great.
4. Superintendent
Mr. Robinson enjoyed the Challenge Charter High School ten year anniversary party and complimented the staff for doing a very nice job. He reminded the board about the tour of CCHS and OHS tomorrow. Mr. Bruce stated that the board will be purchasing lunches from the cafeteria in light of the budget problems.
5. Administration
Dr. Willenberg reported that OAE’s welding class has started on Mondays at OHS. They are also doing a small engines repair class.
Ms. Negri reported that there was good attendance for the CAHSEE administration that took place yesterday and today. The counselors are busy scheduling their current students into classes for next year. She is still gathering information from the feeder schools on their 8th graders.
OLD BUSINESS (None)
CONSENT CALENDAR
#149-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Mr. Hottell, the board voted unanimously to approve the following Consent Calendar:
6. Minutes of January 31, 2008 Special Board Meeting and February 6, 2008 Board Meeting
7. Warrants: Approve Warrants #511154 - #511264, #511754 - #511797, #512109 - #512129,
#512379 - #512394, #512718 - #512789, inclusive for a total of $325,756.79
8. Third Quarter Revolving Cash Fund Report
9. Third Quarter Scholarship Donation Report
10. 2007/2008 Arts & Music Block Grant Funds Summary Report
11. Approval of Graduation Waiver LPHS #9-07/08 and #10-07/08
12. Approval of CAHSEE Waivers – CCHS #1-07/08, CDS #1-07/08, LPHS #1-07/08 - #10-07/08, OHS #1-07/08 - #4-07/08, and PHS #1-07/08 and #2-07/08
13. First Reading & Approval of Revised Policies and Administrative Regulations
BP/AR 6020 (Parental Involvement)
AR 7111 (Evaluating Existing Buildings
BP 7131 (Relations with Local Agencies)
BP/AR 7140 (Architectural and Engineering Services)
BP/AR 7150 (Site Selection and Development)
AR 7160 (Charter School Facilities)
BP 7210 (Facilities Financing)
BP/AR 7214 (General Obligation Bonds)
14. Second Reading & Approval of Revised Policies and Administrative Regulations
BP/AR/E 1312.4 (Williams Act Complaints)
15. Inter-District Transfer Requests
07/08: Incoming: 15 Outgoing: 62
08/09: Incoming: 3 Outgoing: 6
NEW BUSINESS
16. Continuation of College Connection Program
Julie Decker introduced students Gabby Gabourel, Samira Morrar, Brian Egge and Tou Thao. Each student shared their positive experience with the program to the board.
#150-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Dr. Rocchi, the board unanimously approved the continuation of the College Connection Program for the 2008/2009 school year.
17. Approval of a 3.25% Cost of Living Allowance for the Superintendent
#151-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Dr. Rocchi, the board unanimously approved the cost of living allowance as presented.
18. Approval of 2008/2009 OSTA/OUHSD Initial Proposals & Set Date for Public Hearing
#152-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mrs. MacIntyre, the board unanimously acknowledged receipt of the 2008/2009 initial proposals, set February 20, 2008 as the Public Hearing Date and February 7, 2008 through February 19, 2008 for public review of said proposals.
19. Approval of the 2008/2009 School Year Calendar
Roger Love, Transportation Supervisor, stated that he can’t remember OUHSD and OCESD ever being on the same schedule. He reported that the bus drivers are not contracted to work next week while the high school students are on vacation. Luckily, drivers have volunteered to drive the elementary routes so we do not violate our contract with OCESD. We would have been in big trouble if the drivers decided to take vacation rather than work on their non-contract days. He strongly encouraged the board to adopt the calendar so we would be on the same schedule as OCESD.
Molly Phalen, PHS Teacher, commented that she thought the calendar that the teachers liked would be approved. She didn’t realize that other factors, such as saving on transportation costs, were an issue.
#153-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mr. Hottell, the board unanimously approved the calendar as presented.
20. Approval of 2007/2008 Consolidated Application to Fund Categorical Aid Programs, Part II
Nancy Negri reported that the changes for this year include a new page to report CAHSEE intervention monies, the elimination of Title IV (new and innovative) monies and that the state and federal budgets are decreasing.
#154-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mrs. MacIntyre, the board unanimously approved the consolidated application as presented.
21. School Capacity for 2008/2009
#155-07/08: On a motion by Mr. Hottell, seconded by Mrs. MacIntyre, the board unanimously approved the school capacity of each comprehensive high school as presented.
22. Approval of an Athletic Coaches Handbook
Mr. Bruce would like to add that the Athletic Directors be responsible for ensuring that coaches are approved on the appropriate personnel assignment order before the seasons start. Mr. Robinson thanked Tom Aldridge for taking the lead on handbook and Matt Kermen for his assistance.
#156-07/08: On a motion by Mr. Hottell, seconded by Mrs. MacIntyre, the board unanimously approved the coaches handbook with the additional responsibility of the Athletic Directors.
23. Approval of a Contractor for Providing and Installing Eight EMI Ductless Heat Pump Air Handlers and Three Outdoor Condensing Units at the District Office
Mr. Tronson explained that Hignell, Incorporated has recommended value engineering to switch the brand of the units being purchased. There is no need to go back out to bid as the other company did that did the walkthrough is not interested in bidding. The project will be funded by a district block grant that only allows items such as heating and air conditioning, windows and roofing to be purchased.
#157-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved Hignell, Incorporated as the contractor to provide ductless heat pump air handlers and outdoor condensing units for the district office.
24. Approval of a Summer School Meal Waiver to have the Migrant Education Program Serve Meals Instead of the District’s Food Services Department
#158-07/08: On a motion by Ms. Harris, seconded by Mr. Hottell, the board unanimously approved the summer school meal waiver as presented.
25. Approval of an Out-of-State Travel Request #1
#159-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mr. Hottell, the board unanimously approved that Melody Mayfield could attend the 2008 Sewing and Stitchery Expo Conference in Tacoma, Washington from February 26th through March 3rd.
26. Approval of an Out-of-State Travel Request #2
#160-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mrs. MacIntyre, the board unanimously approved that Andree Earley could attend the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Conference in Reno, Nevada on February 7th and 8th.
27. Amended Personnel Assignment Order
#161-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mrs. MacIntyre, the board unanimously approved the following amended Personnel Assignment Order:
(Irrespective of effective dates, new employees may not report to their school campus until Personnel Office has communicated completion of pre-employment requirements to site Principal.)
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Certificated
Substitute Teachers Sarah Eckert Moorhead Karen Brown Bret Walberg
Spring Coaches 2008 - OHS Softball, Girls Chris Thomas – Varsity Assist (non-paid)
Pep Squad Advisor - LPHS Christy Morrow |
Classified
Substitute Clerical Ashley Fondes
*Substitute Food Service Worker Marlena Donaldson
*Substitute Attendance Truancy Clerk Connie Gruber
*Melissa Frasier Attendance Truancy Clerk Resignation Effective 2/8/08
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28. Expulsion Case #41-07/08
#162-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #41-07/08:
· Be expelled from the Oroville Union High School District for the remainder of the 2007/2008 school year with no loss of credit earned.
· Be referred to the district’s Community Day School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Rehabilitation Plan:
Ø Follow all district and school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Participate in the Ready to Succeed Program
Ø Enroll in and complete an anger management class
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences.
Ø Prohibited to go on or near any OUHSD comprehensive high school campus, or attend any extra co-curricular events including games and dances.
29. Expulsion Case #42-07/08
#163-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #42-07/08:
· Be expelled from the Oroville Union High School District for the remainder of the 2007/2008 school year with no loss of credit earned and said expulsion be suspended.
· Be referred to the district’s Community Day School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Stipulated Expulsion Order and Rehabilitation Plan dated and executed on January 10, 2008:
Ø Follow all district and school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Participate in the Ready to Succeed Program
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences.
Ø Student is not allowed on or near any district campus during the expulsion period except for boarding the transfer bus to and from Community Day School. This includes attending any extra or co-curricular events including games and dances. Location of campuses has been discussed with the student, and the student has been given a list of those campuses including street addresses.
30. Expulsion Case #44-07/08
#164-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #44-07/08:
· Be expelled from the Oroville Union High School District for the remainder of the 2007/2008 school year and the first semester of the 2008/2009 school year with no loss of credit earned and said expulsion be suspended.
· Be referred to the district’s Community Day School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Stipulated Expulsion Order and Rehabilitation Plan dated and executed on January 18, 2008:
Ø Follow all district and school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Participate in the Ready to Succeed Program
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences.
Ø Student is not allowed on or near any district campus during the expulsion period. This includes attending any extra or co-curricular events including games and dances. Location of campuses has been discussed with the student, and the student has been given a list of those campuses including street addresses.
31. Expulsion Case #45-07/08
#165-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #45-07/08:
· Be expelled from the Oroville Union High School District for the remainder of the 2007/2008 school year and the first semester of the 2008/2009 school year with no loss of credit earned and said expulsion be suspended.
· Be referred to the district’s Community Day School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Stipulated Expulsion Order and Rehabilitation Plan dated and executed on January 25, 2008:
Ø Follow all district and school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Participate in conflict resolution training and activities, if available
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences.
Ø Student should participate in Behavioral Health, Victor Counseling or Family Bridges counseling.
Ø Student is not allowed on or near any district campus during the expulsion period except for boarding the transfer bus to and from Community Day School. This includes attending any extra or co-curricular events including games and dances. Location of campuses has been discussed with the student, and the student has been given a list of those campuses including street addresses.
32. Expulsion Case #46-07/08
#166-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #46-07/08:
· Be expelled from the Oroville Union High School District for the remainder of the 2007/2008 school year and the first semester of the 2008/2009 school year with no loss of credit earned and said expulsion be suspended.
· Be referred to the Butte County Office of Education’s South County Community School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Stipulated Expulsion Order and Rehabilitation Plan dated and executed on January 25, 2008:
Ø Follow all district and school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Enroll in and complete an anger management class
Ø May attend SCCS summer school program, if available
Ø Participate in conflict resolution training and activities, if available
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences.
Ø Prohibited to go on or near any OUHSD comprehensive high school campus, or attend any extra co-curricular events including games and dances.
33. Expulsion Case #47-07/08
#167-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #47-07/08:
· Be expelled from the Oroville Union High School District for the remainder of the 2007/2008 school year with no loss of credit earned and said expulsion be suspended.
· Be referred to Prospect High School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Stipulated Expulsion Order and Rehabilitation Plan dated and executed on January 29, 2008:
Ø Follow all district and school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Enroll in and complete an anger management class
Ø Participate in conflict resolution training and activities, if available
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences.
Ø Student is not allowed on or near any district campus during the expulsion period except for Prospect High School. This includes attending any extra or co-curricular events including games and dances. Location of campuses has been discussed with the student, and the student has been given a list of those campuses including street addresses.
34. Outside Expulsion Case #7-07/08
#168-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved that Outside Expulsion Case #7-07/08:
· Be admitted to the district
· Be allowed to remain at Las Plumas High School under the following behavior contract:
Ø Follow all district and school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Enroll in and complete an anger management class
Ø Participate in conflict resolution training and activities, if available
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences
ADJOURNMENT
On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the meeting adjourned at 9:23 p.m.
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(Signature of Board Official)
ATTEST:
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Secretary to the Board of Trustees