Executive session was held prior to this meeting to discuss confidential personnel and legal matters.

Tania Reyes shared that the school has the best intention with the plan, but she is concerned about the community's health. We should choose the safest route and not put lives at risk.

Ryan Kerney: parent of 4 VIDA children, husband of Alexia Kerney, VIDA teacher. Should focus on the dual-language immersion. There is a lot we don't know about this virus and guidance is changing. Asked if teachers/staff will need to quarantine prior to starting the school year.

Jessica Malone: echoed Tania Reyes' statements. Wants to be in school, but does not feel that it is safe at this point. Transitioning from in-person to remote is a lot for kids. 

Mary Canedo: loves VIDA and wants to be at school, but is very nervous about the students' safety as well as her own health and that of her family. She is asthmatic and does not see how asthmatic children will wear a mask for long periods of time. Would like for all staff to be tested before returning. 

Alejandra Garibay: concerned since she works with kindergarten students. They are very hands-on and she will need more guidance about how to interact with them and promote social/emotional development while abiding by distancing protocols. Concerned that parents will give children fever-reducing medications and send them to school, putting others at risk.

Emily Cost: echoed sentiments of others. We don't know what children have experienced over these last few months; they will need support. We should provide more in the way of mental health for students as well as staff.