Board Highlights
from the May 24, 2022 meeting
Special night of recognitions presented to students, staff, community members
Commemoration of the life
of David Hufton
Longtime Milpitas resident and MUSD supporter David Hufton, represented by his family Phil and Leonard Hufton at the May 24 meeting, was honored by the Board of Education and District Leadership for his generous donations to support MUSD learners and staff over the years.
Milpitas HS badminton team
The Milpitas High School badminton team was recognized by the Board of Education and District leadership for being tremendous student-athletes and completing an undefeated league season. MHS had 7 athletes qualify for the NorCal Championship tournament after placing in the top 5 at CCS on May 14. The team won the De Anza League Championship and the CCS Team Championship. Coaches are Jerrell Maneja, Jonny Ng, and Tommy Nguyen.
Curtner Elementary Math Team
The Curtner Elementary School Math Team was honored by the Board of Education and District leadership for being amazing scholars and winning a national math award. The team competed in the Noetic Math Contest, which features teams around the country and the world. Curtner's squad (now 4th graders) received national honors earning a second plaque for the school and receiving the 5th highest score nationally amongst a field of about 450 schools. Parent coaches/advisors are Jim Zhang and Meenal Honap.
Sinnott author Aditi Sharma
Aditi Sharma, a fourth grader at Sinnott Elementary School, was recognized by the Board of Education and District leadership for becoming a published author with the release of her first book, The Dino Morals. Aditi said she was inspired by her younger brother who is fascinated by dinosaurs.
Speech & Debate students, staff
Speech and Debate students and coaches were recognized by the Board of Education and District leadership for their accolades on the Speech and Debate circuit throughout the school year.
  
VIDEO RESOLUTIONS
Sinnott Elementary students honor
Classified Employees with video resolution
Sinnott Elementary School students Aditi Sharma and Tejus Karadi produced a video reading of Resolution 2022.43 Declaring the Week of May 15-21, 2022 as Classified School Employee Week in Milpitas Unified School District, which was unanimously adopted by the MUSD Board of Education at the May 24 meeting.

PRINCIPAL'S REPORT
Randall Elementary World Languages School share bilingual Principal's Report
Randall Elementary World Languages School co-Principals Kristan Prolo and Claudia Cadenas gathered staff, students and families for this bilingual video Principal's Report at our May 24 meeting.
HIGHLIGHTS
MUSD announces hiring of new
Program Manager - Inclusion Specialist
Rose Elementary School Assistant Principal Michele Sherer was promoted to the role of Program Manager of Special Education Services and Inclusion, after a unanimous vote by the Board of Education announced at the May 24 meeting.

In her new role, Sherer will be responsible for providing direct, consultative and planning inclusion services in the areas of academic, social, behavioral and communication programs designed specifically for students with mild to severe disabilities in general education classes, the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), aged preschool through Post Secondary.

"Everybody plays a really important role in this district--students, staff and families," said Sherer. "This is a beautiful community in Milpitas, and I feel truly honored to be a part of this district."

Sherer, who has two decades of educational experience as a special educator, mentor, principal, and credential instructor, served as an Educator Coach and Preparation Specialist with the Santa Clara County Office of Education-Education Preparation for Inclusive Classrooms (EPIC) before joining the MUSD team in 2021-22.
Learning & Development Team review
LCAP Goals for 2021-2024
School districts are required to develop, adopt, and annually update a three-year Local Control Accountability Plan using a template adopted by the California State Board of Education (SBE). Executive Director of Learning and Innovation Priti Johari led this study session and presentation at the May 24 meeting.

The LCAP is a tool to set goals to be achieved for each state priority, plan actions, and leverage resources to improve student outcomes pursuant to Education Code Section 52060. In addition, LEAs are expected to actively engage all stakeholders in the development and revision process. Our District LCAP Advisory Committee and staff have been instrumental and diligently engaging stakeholders in all the stages and development of the 2021-24 District per the statute.

The 2021-24 LCAP Draft includes three broad goals, progress indicators/metrics and actions with proposed expenditures, and budget allocations in direct alignment with eight state priorities.
Site leader shares Milpitas Middle College
and Dual Enrollment Update
In direct alignment with Strategic Goal 3, "Develop educational pathways that allow students to apply their passion in learning for their future careers," Milpitas Middle College High School Principal Karisa Scott, along with Executive Director of Learning and Innovation Priti Johari, shared this presentation to provide the Board and community with an update of the Dual Enrollment Program. 
MUSD Board of Education approves variety
of education items at May 24 meeting