Brenda Clarke asked if cost of transportation, facilities needs, technologies improvements be included in these monies.  She noted that teachers haven't received a raise in 4-5 years and Lifetime Health Benefits is still a financial commitment.  Can these funds be used to offset the general budget.  The CDE current communication is to focus this grant money on Expanded Learning Opportunities and use some of the SR2 and SR3 monies to cover the previously noted expenses.  Juan Pablo also noted that this plan calls for over $300,000 in Professional Development which will directly impact the school staff.

Jim Wells asked which students will have access to summer school and can an improved grade in a summer class help raise a grade from this previous year.  Additionally, can summer programs be used as preparatory classes for the fall.  Juan Pablo said the focus of summer school will be credit recovery and to students who demonstrate the highest need.  It was also noted that if the grant money is not spent correctly the school may have penalties associated with the incorrect spending.  Dr. Magee reiterated Juan Pablo's comments regarding using this money for those with the highest needs.

Brenda Clarke asked whether this grant can't be used in facilities and technology.  Juan Pablo stated that it can be used for some of these items but the focus is on the expanded learning for address learning loss.  Other technology asks can be addressed with the general funds and future grants.

A Nguyen clarified that the 4 paraprofessionals will be providing support for SpecialEd and the general population as needed.

B King noted that this money does include salaries.  He also noted that one condition of this grant is that at least 10% of the grant be used for Paraprofessionals.

I Gill stated that the students support this motion to approve.