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Consent Agenda
The Board approved a number of routine consent items, including gifts and grants to the district, Human Resources transactions, purchase orders and checks, and agreement renewals. Details regarding these items can be found in the online meeting agenda.
2022/23 School Accountability Report Cards
Education Code requires that all public schools receiving state funding prepare and distribute a School Accountability Report Card (SARC) to provide parents and the community with important information about each school. The Board approved publication of the 2022/23 SARCs on the district website. Printed copies may be requested by email or by calling (714) 220-6922.
Chronic Absenteeism Bright Spots Research Practice Partnership
Due to its low absenteeism rates, Cypress School District was selected to participate in the Chronic Absenteeism Bright Spots Research Practice Partnership with the California Collaborative for Educational Excellence. The Board approved an agreement for this project, which will take place during the period January 22, 2024, through June 30, 2024, and for which the district will receive funding of up to $25,000.
Hot Meal Service for the District’s Expanded Learning Opportunities Program
An agreement was approved with Caterina’s Club to provide free hot meals for students participating in the district’s Expanded Learning Opportunities Program managed by the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Anaheim-Cypress, effective January 19, 2024.
Two-Way Dual Language Education Program Feasibility Study
The Board approved an agreement with GlobaLingo Education Consulting, LLC for technical assistance/consultation services from February 1, 2024, to June 30, 2024, at a cost of $19,600, to explore the feasibility of implementing a two-way dual language education model at one district school and develop a strategic plan.
Revised Classified Job Descriptions and Salary Adjustments
As part of the district’s ongoing position classification review process, job descriptions are reviewed and salaries are compared with similar positions in neighboring elementary school districts. The Board approved revised job titles, job descriptions, and salary adjustments for the following positions: Administrative Assistant Elementary School to School Administrative Secretary, Office Assistant Elementary School to School Office Assistant, and Health Assistant Elementary School to School Health Assistant.
2023/24 Fall Deferred Maintenance Project
A Notice of Completion was approved for the 2023/24 Fall Deferred Maintenance Project by M.P. South, Inc. at a total cost of $497,325. The project included addition of asphalt for the King preschool yard, partial renovation of Suite 190 at the Corporate Avenue building, library roofing replacement and ceiling repair at Landell, and artificial grass/planters at Swain.
2023 Morris Building F Roofing Replacement Project
A Notice of Completion was approved for the 2023 Morris Building F Roofing Replacement Project by Chapman Coast Roof Company, Inc., at a total cost of $299,797. The project was completed ahead of schedule and included one deductive change order in the amount of $25,000 for an unused contingency balance.
2022/23 Audit
Education Code requires an annual audit of all funds of the district and pupil attendance procedures. The Board received the 2022/23 audit report from Nigro & Nigro, PC which identified one finding related to average daily attendance.
Superintendent Evaluation Workshop Services
The Board approved an agreement with the California School Boards Association for a two-day closed session workshop to facilitate the superintendent’s 2023/24 evaluation at a cost not to exceed $6,250.
Board Meeting Date Change
Due to a scheduling conflict that occurred subsequent to the December organizational meeting, the Board approved a change to the July Board meeting date from Thursday, July 11, 2024, to Friday, July 12, 2024, with no change to the 10:00 a.m. start time.
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