Magnolia Public Schools
Minutes
Board of Directors Retreat
Date and Time
Sunday February 21, 2021 at 9:00 AM
Location
https://zoom.us/j/91418461381?pwd=SDRNcTNBeWM3MXVDM1FRb2Q4RncvQT09
Meeting ID: 914 1846 1381 Passcode: 731019
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and upon request, Magnolia Public Schools may furnish reasonable auxiliary aids and services to qualified individuals with disabilities. Members of the public who need special accommodations or translation are strongly encouraged to contact Magnolia Public Schools at least 24 hours in advance of the Board meeting so assistance can be assured.
Any public records relating to an agenda item for an open session which are distributed to all, or a majority of all, of the Board Members shall be available for public inspection. Magnolia Public Schools values public comment during Board meetings. For members of the public who would like to speak, we have speaker cards to be filled out prior to the beginning of the meeting. For teleconference meetings you can email us your request for public comment. We limit individual speakers to three (3) minutes and speakers with interpreters to six (6) minutes. For any questions regarding this meeting email contact@magnoliapublicschools.org or call 213-628-3634 Ext. 100.
Board Members:
Mr. Haim Beliak, Chair
Dr. Umit Yapanel, Vice-Chair
Dr. Salih Dikbas
Ms. Diane Gonzalez
Ms. Sandra Covarrubias
Mr. Mekan Muhammedov
CEO & Superintendent:
Mr. Alfredo Rubalcava
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and upon request, Magnolia Public Schools may furnish reasonable auxiliary aids and services to qualified individuals with disabilities. Members of the public who need special accommodations or translation are strongly encouraged to contact Magnolia Public Schools at least 24 hours in advance of the Board meeting so assistance can be assured.
Any public records relating to an agenda item for an open session which are distributed to all, or a majority of all, of the Board Members shall be available for public inspection. Magnolia Public Schools values public comment during Board meetings. For members of the public who would like to speak, we have speaker cards to be filled out prior to the beginning of the meeting. For teleconference meetings you can email us your request for public comment. We limit individual speakers to three (3) minutes and speakers with interpreters to six (6) minutes. For any questions regarding this meeting email contact@magnoliapublicschools.org or call 213-628-3634 Ext. 100.
Board Members:
Mr. Haim Beliak, Chair
Dr. Umit Yapanel, Vice-Chair
Dr. Salih Dikbas
Ms. Diane Gonzalez
Ms. Sandra Covarrubias
Mr. Mekan Muhammedov
CEO & Superintendent:
Mr. Alfredo Rubalcava
Directors Present
D. Gonzalez (remote), H. Beliak (remote), M. Muhammedov (remote), S. Covarrubias (remote), S. Dikbas (remote), U. Yapanel (remote)
Directors Absent
None
Directors who arrived after the meeting opened
S. Covarrubias
I. Opening Items
A.
Call the Meeting to Order
H. Beliak called a meeting of the board of directors of Magnolia Public Schools to order on Sunday Feb 21, 2021 at 9:03 AM.
B.
Record Attendance and Guests
Refer to attendance information reported above.
C.
Approval of Agenda
H. Beliak made a motion to approve the agenda as presented.
U. Yapanel seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| U. Yapanel |
Aye
|
| H. Beliak |
Aye
|
| D. Gonzalez |
Aye
|
| M. Muhammedov |
Aye
|
| S. Covarrubias |
Absent
|
| S. Dikbas |
Aye
|
D.
Public Comments
No public comments was given at this time.
E.
Announcements from MPS CEO & Superintendent
A. Rubalcava CEO & Superintendent, recognized Board Members in celebration of Board Appreciation Month. A certificate of appreciation was given to each of the Board Members. Board Members commented on their appreciation for staff and being part of the Board. A. Rubalcava also gave updates regarding reopening statuses and ongoing communications with stakeholders. As well as the effort to give teachers and staff access to vaccinations.
II. Information/Discussion Items
A.
Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) Progress Report
D.Yilmaz, Chief Accountability Officer, went over the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) progress report. This is an annual update where schools reflect on their current metrics. These action plans are aligned with MPS core values. The Home Office and the school leadership teams regularly monitor schools progress data on the LCAP metrics which includes school-wide goals, annual measurable outcomes and specific actions aligned to the eight state priorities. E. Acar, Chief Academic Officer, also presented goals and actions alongside D. Yilmaz. Staff and principals answered all Board questions.
S. Covarrubias arrived at 9:32 AM.
B.
Break
A five minute break was given before continuing with the agenda. Timer was set on the screen.
C.
2020-21 Glows, Grows and Priorities Presentations
All ten MPS principals and all departments in the Home Office had the opportunity to inform the board of their progress and accomplishments (glows), goals for the future and elaborated on next steps and how to reach those goals and their priorities. Board Members had questions regarding enrollment numbers and plans for next year and requested follow-ups in regards to Special Education. Principals along with Home Office staff addressed all questions.
D.
Virtual Lunch
A fifteen minute lunch break was given before continuing with the agenda. Timer was set on the screen.
III. Closed Session
A.
Public Announcement of Closed Session
H. Beliak announced that the Board will be going into Closed Session to discuss public employee performance evaluation for the Home Office and would report out any actions taken.
B.
Public Employee Performance Evaluation (ยง 54957) Title: Home Office
This item was discussed in Closed Session.
C.
Report Out From Closed Session
H. Beliak announced in Open Session at 3:30pm that board directed staff on several items.
IV. Closing Items
A.
Adjourn Meeting
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 3:32 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
H. Beliak