Senate Bill 114 (2023) added EC 47606.5 (e), requiring charter schools to present a report on the annual update to the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and the local control funding formula Budget Overview for Parents (BOP) on or before February 28 each at a regularly scheduled meeting of the governing board or body of the LEA.
The report includes both of the following:
All available midyear outcome data related to metrics identified in the current LCAP; and,
All available midyear expenditure and implementation data on all actions identified in the current LCAP.
Erin Abel, current kindergarten parent, will join the board to present a proposal for local marketing. The board will have an opportunity to ask questions.
Reports from VCOE's Director of Charter Support and Oversight, Marlo Hartsuyker
FYI
Marlo Hartsuyker
3 m
D.
Reports from PAC
FYI
Kelly Simon
5 m
A representative from PAC will join the board to share updates on fundraising and upcoming events.
III.
Public Comments
Persons wishing to address the Board may do so at this time upon recognition from the President, or when the President requests comments from the Public as the Board is considering the item. Please state your name, community or organization you represent, and the topic you wish to share with the Board. You will be given 3 minutes to make your presentation. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the Board cannot enter into formal discussion with individuals making public comments to the Board. The Board cannot take action on any issues raised during public comments that are not on the meeting agenda. Individual members may respond to public comments during the individual Board Members section.
Consent Items: Items proposed for the consent calendar are noted on the posted agenda and are considered by the Director to be of a routine nature. Any item may be removed from the consent calendar at the request of any Board member and placed under the appropriate action category. A vote will be taken for the consent calendar so that any items requiring a vote can be properly addressed. It is recommended that all consent items be approved.
Consideration of marketing proposal with Abel Business Solutions NTE $1200
Vote
Kelly Simon
5 m
Presented for the Boards review is a one month marketing proposal from Abel Business Solutions focusing on ramping up local story-telling via social media and other outlets in the Conejo Valley. The one month proposal will start immediately upon approval and will align with our lottery.
The proposal includes the following:
- Create opportunities for current Bridges families to share about Bridges' programs
- Create a consistent branded presence all social platforms highlighting all of Bridges' offerings and what sets them
apart
- Consistently & strategically post on all social platforms
- Identify opportunities to advertise or share resources within community (i.e. local partners, publications, areasfor visual placements around community.)
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Parents and Community
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Curriculum and Instruction
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Special Projects/Programs
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Special Education
7:14 PM
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Caseload Waiver
Vote
Kelly Simon
5 m
We are requesting that the board approve a waiver for Ed Code 56362(c).
The California Education Code Section 56362(c) states that no resource specialist shall have a caseload which exceeds 28 students, per California Code of Regulations, Title 5, Section 3100. Regulations allow a school district to request a waiver of the Education Code providing certain conditions are met, and that in no circumstance may your caseload be raised to above 32 students.
Bridges Charter School currently has a special education classroom enrollment of 28 students and had enrollment of 30 in March 2023, 31 in April-May 0f 2023, and 32 in June of 2023. A waiver is necessary in order to serve additional students beyond 28 for 2023-2024.
Consultation has occurred with the affected special education teacher.
It is recommended that the Board approve the specific Waiver Request to the California Department of Education for a Resource Specialist Caseload waiver retroactive to February 2023 through June 2024.
Approval of Contract with SELPA for APE services NTE $7,102
Vote
Kelly Simon
2 m
Presented for the Board's approval is an updated contract with SELPA for Assisted Physical Education services necessary through the end of the school year given our current population of students with disabilities.
Approval of Contract with SELPA for OT Services, NTE $50,000
Vote
Kelly Simon
2 m
Presented for the Board's approval is an updated contract with SELPA for Occupational Therapy services necessary through the end of the school year given our current population of students with disabilities.
The Comprehensive School Safety Plan has been revised to include a communication plan that was reviewed by Strategos Industries, the Public Relations Department at VCOE, and by our Charter Excellence Committee. Additional changes include the addition of our Opoid policy and updates to our emergency responses for students with disabilities.
All changes made to this living document are in red.
The Board must review and approve the safety plan by March 1st annually. Approval of the updates is recommended.
Revision of BP6163.4: Acceptable Use and Internet Safety
Vote
Kelly Simon
3 m
The Governance Committee reviewed BP6163.4, making updates to align with our current handbook and practices to ensure internet safety for our students. The Acceptable Use policy also outlines the responsibilities of students while using school devices and accounts.
Changes to this policy are in red.
The governance committee recommends approval of this policy.
The Governance Committee reviewed BP 5141: Health and Safety and made minor revisions to the policy. The Health and Safety Policy should be reviewed at least every two years, and should be aligned with our Comprehensive School Safety Plan. Changes to the policy are in red.
The governance committee recommends approval of the revisions.
