Refer to attendance information stated above.

No public comments were given at this time.

A.Rubalcava, MPS CEO & Superintendent, highlighted Magnolia Science Academy (MSA)-5 who was recognized as a highly distinguished middle school by U.S. News & World Report. S.Keskinturk, Principal at MSA-Santa Ana and S.Solomon, staff member, highlighted a volleyball tournament that was hosted in which 6 schools attended along with 2 middle schools. A.Rubalcava, also mentioned the Savvy Skills Series on Facebook live that took place on October 13th in which B.Lopez, a distinguished community member, was interviewed. Students and parents participated in that live series hosted by MPS. MSA-Santa Ana received a community impact presidential award from U.S. Congressman Lou Correa and in correlation with POOF in celebrating community excellence and volunteers. B.Lopez, MPS Chief External Officer, highlighted the event that took place with Andale Que Esperas campaign through AltaMed Health Services and in attendance was California Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tony Thurmond. The press conference event aimed to bring resources and vaccination opportunities and to combat misinformation about vaccinations. A student who attends MSA-8 along with her mother were guest speakers and shared their voice and experience. U.Yapanel, MPS Board Vice-Chair, thanked the schools for their ongoing work in regards to COVID-19 regulations and for keeping the school, staff and students safe. 

U.Yapanel announced that the Board would be going into Closed Session to discuss conference with real property negotiators for Magnolia Science Academy-1 and public employment and would report out any actions taken.

This item was discussed in Closed Session.

This item was discussed in Closed Session.

U.Yapanel announced in Open Session at 6:55pm that the Board received updates regarding the closed session items and directed staff to follow-up on those items. No decisions were made.

D.Yilmaz, MPS Chief Accountability Officer, alongside O.Polat, MPS State & Federal Programs Director presented the introduction and processes of ESSER III Expenditure Plans for all MPS schools. MPS received money as part of the American Rescue Plan to be spent over the course of 3 years, and as a requirement, the schools created a plan following the guidelines on the allowable uses the money should be spent. O.Polat elaborated on the areas the expenditures can be used for and explained the collaborative process between Home Office leadership, school site staff, stakeholders and community to create the schools plans. Including in-person visit to sit down with the Principals. M.Rowell, Magnolia Science Academy (MSA)-Santa Ana Elementary Principal, and G.Serce, MSA-San Diego Principal, elaborated on their schools plan. All other schools plans and eligibility amounts were presented. 

J.Hernandez, MPS Director of Student Services, presented the comprehensive safety plans for Magnolia Science Academy (MSA)-5 & MSA-6. Due to their re-location a revision to their comprehensive plan was due to include the substantial changes. The remaining schools comprehensive plans will be presented at a later Board Meeting.