OROVILLE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING
June 18, 2008
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Board President, Dave Bruce, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 18, 2008, at Prospect High School.
Board Members Present: Dave Bruce, 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]
· 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. 54957.6 [OSTA/CSEA: Dwayne Robinson, Superintendent, designated representative]
· Pupil Discipline—California Education Code Sections 48918/35146
Dr. Rocchi arrived at 5:38 p.m. Mrs. MacIntyre arrived at 5:45 p.m.
By a vote of 4-0, the following expulsion orders were revoked: #35-06/07, #21-07/08 and #46-07/08,
On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mr. Hottell, the board voted unanimously to approve the addition of an Amended Personnel Assignment Order (item #42).
Mrs. Watts stated that the general fund is based on an enrollment of 2819 students with an approximate ADA of 2518. The general fund revenue is $25 million with 73% coming from the revenue limit. Total expenses are $23.6 million with 80% covering salaries and benefits. The Title I revenue is expected to decrease by 10%. The state categoricals are expected to decrease by 6.5%. She expressed concern about Challenge Charter High School’s ending balance of $80,000, which is only $43,000 more than their required 3%. Their ADA is estimated at 150 and it is critical that they hit that mark. Her other concern is the cafeteria fund which will have an ending balance of $10,000 after receiving $67,000 from general fund support. She certified that the district can meet its obligations for 08-09 and the subsequent two years. There were no comments from the audience. Mr. Robinson stated that the cafeteria fund ending balance is an improvement. The staff served 126,000 more meals this year. He credits the improvements to the excellent work of Mrs. Watts, Mrs. Wakefield and the cafeteria staff. Mrs. MacIntyre stated that they have done an exceptional job. Mr. Bruce commended Mrs. Watts and stated that we are in goods hands.
RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
2. Challenge Charter High School Annual Report
CCHS Principal, Walt Gess, stated that they had a great year even thought their enrollment was a bit low. They did a large recruitment in February/March and enrolled 35 new students. They are shooting for a consistent enrollment next year of 175. They had 31 graduates, 42 suspensions, 2 expulsions and 6 students dropped for non-attendance or falling behind on credits. They hired 3 new teachers and 1 Para-Educator. Highlights for the year include providing transportation for students that were bussed to OHS, offering of cafeteria services with the opening of the Jazz Café, celebrating their 10th anniversary, landscaping projects, counseling support from BCOE, reorganizing the administrative offices, recruitment campaign, Respect Day and the Wake Up with Charter mornings. Goals for 08-09 include becoming an AVID demonstration school, increasing student population and parent participation, additional landscaping projects, incorporating Respect Days as regular events, improving communication for students and parents, purchasing a fume hood for science, creating a school-wide focus on environmental services/study, creating a partnership with the Forebay Aquatic Center and exploring other community partnerships. Mr. Bruce stated that he appreciates their wonderful working relationship with the district and wants them to know that the board definitely supports the school. Mr. Gess commented that he has appreciated the assistance from Mr. Robinson and the district office this year. Mr. Robinson appreciates Mr. Gess’ vision for the school and has also enjoyed their great working relationship.
3. PACE Annual Report
PACE Principal, Jeff Ochs, stated that PHS had an enrollment of 235 students with much less turnover than prior years. They had close to maximum capacity at the start of each block. CDS had an enrollment of 67, which included more long term students than usual. PHS set a record by graduating 49 students. They had 166 suspensions, 4 expulsions and sent out 113 truancy letters. CDS had 84 suspensions, 4 expulsions and mailed out 18 truancy letters. Highlights of the year include graduating the largest class in history, remodeling office space to be more efficient, implementing the Jump Start and Recycled Cycles classes, completion of the driveway entry project, academic counseling for Reg-to-Go and scholarships, Ready to Succeed program, Cal-SAFE being fiscally solvent, art students adding more attractive décor to the school, English students being published in a poetry anthology, 75% CAHSEE pass rate for seniors, and students buying into the closed campus policy. Goals for next year include striving to break 500 API, a 90% CAHSEE passage rate for seniors, reviving career panels and the restructuring of Community Day School. The board gave kudos to Mr. Ochs for his hard work. Mr. Bruce stated that PHS is no longer a dumping ground and is a viable option for students. Mr. Ochs expressed his appreciation to Mr. Robinson and Dr. Willenberg for their constant support. He stated that Mr. Robinson provides good leadership and Dr. Willenberg has always been a great leader and is easy to work with. Mr. Robinson stated that PHS enrollment 7 years ago was approximately 75. They are expected to have 200+ students next year. He commended Mr. Ochs and his staff for making this growth possible.
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE REPORTS (None)
HEARING OF INDIVIDUALS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Julie McIntosh from the Mooretown Rancheria gave a presentation of the E Pa Kannin Early College program that they would like to implement at OHS. She shared statistics about how poorly Native American students in general perform academically. Their proposed program would infuse Native American culture into classes. She stated that there is available classroom space at OHS and that they do not want to start a charter school. She shared this information with the Oroville City Elementary School District board and received positive feedback. They are planning to bring a MOA to the July 16th board meeting to seek approval so they can apply for a $400,000 grant. The first year would be strictly for planning. Mr. Bruce cautioned that it could be a slow process as curriculum would have to be developed, etc.
RECOGNITION OF INDIVIDUALS WHO WISH TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS (None)
NON-ACTION INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS
4. Board Comments and Reports
Mr. Bruce stated that he enjoyed the graduation ceremonies and working with Mr. Robinson during the past 18 months. Ms. Harris especially enjoys the OAE graduations and commended Dr. Willenberg for doing a good job. She also commented on Mr. Robinson doing a great job as Superintendent even though it has been a tough year. Mr. Hottell echoed her sentiments. Dr. Rocchi appreciates Mr. Robinson for not treating the Superintendent job as a caretaker position. Mrs. MacIntyre stated that Mr. Robinson did a great job with the landscaping and complimented Mr. Willenberg for doing a good job at OAE.
5. Superintendent
Mr. Robinson stated that it was his pleasure to work for the board. He appreciates the diversity and philosophy and feels that the community is lucky to have such caring people working for students and programs. It has been exciting tackling new challenges. It was fun to work with the district staff and supervisors. The administrators were very open to new ideas and creativity. They are looking from a district perspective rather than what only benefits their sites. He gives credit to everyone that surrounded him. He reported that all 07-08 district goals have been completed. The district-wide irrigation project has been completed thanks to Bill Tronson and Joe Boehme. OHS had a great campus beautification day earlier this year. He encouraged Las Plumas to follow their lead. He explained his strategy of Efficient, Effective and Evolving and stated that things that are evolving are everlasting. He hopes the lessons learned from reading the Fish series will continue. He is leaving the district with a 5%+ reserve and stated that he enjoyed working with Mrs. Watts. He was very happy that he did not to have to layoff any certificated staff next year.
7. Administration
Mrs. Watts appreciated working with Mr. Robinson. She stated that we are working with Stone and Youngberg on bond documentation for the July 16th board meeting. Mr. Bruce asked about the concept of extending the current bond. The bond advisor said that we would not be able to generate the necessary funding for the project.
Dr. Willenberg expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to be the Assistant Superintendent during the past 18 months. OAE is on track to exceed their ADA cap.
8. Report on Summer Maintenance Projects
Bill Tronson thanked Mr. Robinson for getting time for Joe Boehme to work on the extensive irrigation project. They are planning to plant trees and shrubs this fall. Summer projects at OHS include the installation of a new weight room, continued work on the gym, remodeling the administrative offices, transforming the former ceramics room into an English classroom and remodeling classrooms in the S wing. He thanked the custodians for their help in moving everything from the old art rooms to the new rooms. They are waiting on approval from the City to install a road crossing gate to help with traffic flow. Projects at LP include remodeling the administrative wing, finishing the shop and home economics wings, and modernizing the cafeteria. They are adding half of a portable to an existing portable that houses students in BCOE’s severely handicapped program. New flooring will be installed in the opportunity wing classrooms. Warranty work will be done to fix small problems and to complete unfinished projects in the 200 wing. Customized computer tables/counters will be installed in the 100 wing. The new bus loading zone by the new gym will cost $280,000 and will only include paving, concrete and ramps. It does not include shade structures or landscaping. We will be going out to bid to repave the main parking lot. Two new buildings will be installed at Community Day School to accommodate a higher enrollment due to the closure of South County Community School. He is still checking into the possibility of using solar power.
OLD BUSINESS (None)
CONSENT CALENDAR
#228-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mrs. MacIntyre, the board voted unanimously to approve the following Consent Calendar:
8. Minutes of May 21, 2008 Regular Board Meeting
9. Warrants: Approve Warrants #525737 - #525765, #526111 - #526131, #526398 - #526472,
#526824 - #526838, #527229 - #527310, #527606 - #527612, #525030, #528438- #528471, #528776 - #528829, inclusive for a total of $1,110,790.09
10. Renewal of 2008/2009 GATE Application
11. 2007/2008 LEAP Update
12. 2008/2009 MOU with the Sierra Cascade Nutrition and Activity Consortium
13. 2008/2009 Agreement between OAE and YMCA for Educational Services
14. 2008/2009 MOU between the District and BCOE for the BTSA Program
15. Approval of a 2008 Summer Program Agreement with Migrant Education
16. Acceptance of a $50 Donation from the Pepsi Bottling Company to Oroville Adult Education
17. Acceptance of a $149.76 Donation from PG&E to Oroville High School
18. Approval to Dispose of Obsolete Equipment – District Office, LPHS and OAE
19. Approval of College Connection Students for 2008/2009
20. Approval of Revised Course Outlines for OAE
21. Approval of New OAE “Multi-Media Design / Tier 1 and 2” Course Outlines and Textbooks
22. Approval of 2008/2009 OAE Courses Offerings
23. Approval of New “AP Microeconomics” Course Description and Textbook
24. Approval of CCHS’ 2008/2009 Discipline Plan (No Changes)
25. Approval of Graduation Waivers LPHS #15-07/08 - #18-07/08 and OHS #8-07/08
26. Approval of CAHSEE Waivers – LPHS #16-7/08 - #26-07/08, OHS #16-07/08 - #21-07/08, and PHS #5-07/08 and #6-07/08
27. First Reading of Revised Policies and Administrative Regulations
BP/AR 0450 (Comprehensive Safety Plan)
AR 4119.11, 4219.11, 4319.11 (Sexual Harassment)
BP 5131.7 (Weapons and Dangerous Instruments)
28. Inter-District Transfer Requests
07/08: Incoming: 15 Outgoing: 64
08/09: Incoming: 10 Outgoing: 22
Christopher Carlin (9); Durham High School
Michael Carlin (11); Durham High School
Mike Guyer (9); Pleasant Valley High School
Ron Guyer (12); Pleasant Valley High School
NEW BUSINESS
29. Approval of the 2008/2009 Discipline Plan for the Comprehensive High Schools
#229-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Dr. Rocchi, the board unanimously approved the discipline plan as presented.
30. Approval of the 2008/2009 Tentative Budget
#230-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mr. Hottell, the board unanimously approved the tentative budget as presented.
31. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between the District/OAE and the California Partnership for Achieving Student Success (CAL-PASS)
#231-07/08: On a motion by Mr. Hottell, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved the memorandum of understanding as presented.
32. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between the District and the University of California Food Stamp Nutrition Education Program
#232-07/08: On a motion by Mr. Hottell, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved the memorandum of understanding as presented.
33. Approval of an Addendum to the National School Lunch Program Agreement to Provide a Snack to Students Attending After School Programs
#233-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved the addendum as presented.
34. School Board Elections
#234-07/08: On a motion by Ms. Harris, seconded by Dr. Rocchi, the board unanimously approved Resolution #13-07/08, #14-07/08 and #15-07/08 pertaining to the required documents necessary to have two board member positions included on the November ballot.
35. Approval of 2008/2009 Board Calendar
#235-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mrs. MacIntyre, the board unanimously approved the board calendar as presented.
36. Approval of an Amendment to the 2008/2009 School Year Calendar
#236-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Dr. Rocchi, the board unanimously approved the addition of three minimum days to the calendar as presented.
37. Approval to Submit Additional/Amended Evidence to the California Department of Education to Resolve Findings of the Categorical Program Monitoring (CPM) Review
#237-07/08: On a motion by Mr. Hottell, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved the district to submit additional/amended evidence to the CDE to resolve CPM findings.
38. Approval of a Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators
#238-07/08: On a motion by Ms. Harris, seconded by Dr. Rocchi, the board unanimously approved the declaration of need as presented.
39. Approval of the Annual Statement of Need for 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permits
#239-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mrs. MacIntyre, the board unanimously approved the annual statement of need as presented.
40. Approval of a Resolution to Reduce Classified Services
#240-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Dr. Rocchi, the board unanimously approved that a 0.375 FTE Supplemental Education Technician position be reduced for the 2008/2009 school year.
41. Approval of a Resolution to Approve Teaching in Designated Subject Areas (9/18)
#241-07/08: On a motion by Mr. Hottell, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved Resolution #17-07/08 as presented.
42. Amended Personnel Assignment Order
#242-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mr. Hottell, 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
Kurt Libby Teacher - LPHS Resignation Effective 6/6/08
Cynda Fuentes Teacher - CCHS Resignation Effective 6/6/08
*Gem Henderson School Psychologist Increase in work days for the 2007/08 school year only (up to 8 additional days) Class/Step B/5, $341.92/daily
Alisha Weliver Earth Science Teacher - OHS 1.0 FTE, Probationary Class/Step II/1, $39,614/yr Effective 8/21/08
Cheri Daniels-Bascherini Special Education Teacher - OHS 1.0 FTE, Probationary Class/Step IV/4, 46,721/yr Effective 8/21/08
08-09 Coaches - LPHS Basketball, Boys Lorenzo Garth - Varsity Assist (non-paid) Football David Palmer – Frosh Assist (non-paid) Phillip Davis – Frosh Assist (non-paid)
08-09 Coaches - OHS Maria Sorenson – Cheer Assist (non-paid) Sarah Morehead – Frosh Volleyball (paid)
Molly Smith Nursing Services Increase in contract days for the 2007/08 school year only (1 addition day) $320/daily
Diana McGrath Assist Drum Line Coach-OHS/LPHS (non-paid)
Frank Maynard Fee Based Instructor - OAE Effective 6/19/08
Alan von der Mehden Teacher – LPHS Rate Correction Class/Step IV/5, $48,141/yr Effective 8/21/08
*Eva Horvath Community Day School Teacher 1.0 FTE, Probationary Class/Step II/1, $39,614/yr Effective 8/21/08
*Librado Lascano Community Day School Teacher 1.0 FTE, Probationary Class/Step I/6, $45,330/yr Effective 8/21/08
*Jeanean Falletti Community Day School Teacher Request for unpaid personal leave of absence Effective 2008/2009 school year Recommend denial
*Ronda Barton Special Education Teacher - PHS 1.0 FTE, Temporary Class/Step IV/6, $49,564/yr
*Extra Duty Assignment - PHS Behavioral Health Stipend for Friday Night Live Leslie Granka - $1200 stipend Brad Lund - $800 stipend
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Classified
Substitute Food Service Worker Susan Hill
Substitute Clerical Staff Susan Hill Jolene Witcher
Substitute Custodian Susan Hill * David Brown
Substitute Grounds Susan Hill
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43. Expulsion Case #65-07/08
#243-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #65-07/08:
· 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
· Be referred to Community Day School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Rehabilitation Plan pending a post-expulsion IEP:
Ø Follow all district and school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Enroll in and complete an anger management class.
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences
Ø Participate in additional counseling in an effort to reconcile differences with father and/or mother.
Ø Prohibited to go on or near any OUHSD comprehensive high school campus, or attend any extra 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.
44. Expulsion Case #66-07/08
#244-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #66-07/08:
· 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
· Be referred to Community Day School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Rehabilitation Plan pending a post-expulsion IEP:
Ø Follow all school rules
Ø Attend summer school
Ø Make positive academic progress
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. Location of campuses has been discussed with the student, and the student has been given a list of those campuses including street addresses.
45. Expulsion Case #67-07/08
#245-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #67-07/08:
· 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 returned to Oroville High School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Behavior Contract:
Ø Follow all school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress in all classes
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences
Ø Agree to be searched at any time by a school administrator or Campus Supervisor
46. Expulsion Case #69-07/08
#246-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Mr. Hottell, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #69-07/08:
· 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 Community Day School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Stipulated Expulsion Agreement and Rehabilitation Plan dated and executed on May 27, 2008:
Ø Follow all school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Enroll in and complete an anger management class
Ø Participate in conflict resolution training and activities, when available
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences
Ø Student is not allowed on or near any other 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.
47. Expulsion Case #70-07/08
#247-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Mr. Hottell, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #70-07/08:
· 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
· Be referred to Community Day School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Rehabilitation Plan:
Ø Follow all school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Participate in the Ready to Succeed program
Ø Participate on conflict resolution training and activities, if available
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences
Ø Cannot wear colors associated with gang activity, affiliate with known gang members or display gang hand signs
Ø Prohibited to go on or near any OUHSD comprehensive high school campus, or attend any extra 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.
48. Expulsion Case #71-07/08
#248-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Mr. Hottell, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #71-07/08:
· 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 Community Day School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Stipulated Expulsion Agreement and Rehabilitation Plan dated and executed on May 29, 2008:
Ø Follow all school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Take finals at Oroville High School
Ø Participate in the Ready to Succeed program
Ø Participate in conflict resolution training and activities, when available
Ø Participate in additional personal counseling through the school counselor
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences
Ø Student is not allowed on or near any other 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.
49. Expulsion Case #72-07/08
#248-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Mr. Hottell, the board unanimously approved that Expulsion Case #72-07/08:
· 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
· Be referred to Community Day School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Rehabilitation Plan:
Ø Follow all school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Enroll in and complete an anger management class
Ø Participate in the Ready to Succeed program
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences
Ø Initiate and participate in the tobacco and alcohol counseling program
Ø Prohibited to go on or near any OUHSD comprehensive high school campus, or attend any extra 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.
ADJOURNMENT
On a motion by Mr. Hottell, seconded by Ms. Harris, the meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m.
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(Signature of Board Official)
ATTEST:
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Secretary to the Board of Trustees