Board Briefs: Oct. 11, 2023
Here are a few highlights from the Oct. 10 board meeting (the full agenda packet is available):
Board hears update on 2022-23 end-of-year data results
Staff provided the board with a 2022-23 end-of-year data summary that included the results of the 2023 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP). Results of the 2023 CAASPP included summative metrics related to English language arts, mathematics, English language proficiency, suspension, and chronic absenteeism. The full presentation is available.
Staff provides update on inclusive practices
Staff provided the board with an update on the mandates regarding inclusive practices and the related priorities in the special education department. Inclusion in San Juan Unified involves supporting students with disabilities through individual learning goals, accommodations, and modifications so they are able to access the general education classroom and be held to the highest expectations possible.
Professional learning and collaboration designed and implemented to support general and special education practitioners in our schools were also discussed. The full presentation is available.
In other news…
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The board adopted a resolution approving the sixth amendment to the lease agreement for the Arcade Fundamental Middle School project between San Juan Unified and Clark & Sullivan Builders Inc. The board also adopted a resolution approving the sixth amendment to the lease agreement for the Katherine Johnson Middle School new construction project between San Juan Unified and Flint Builders, Inc.
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The board approved the submission of six Variable Term Waivers to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and adopted a resolution authorizing the assignment of 55 certificated employees to areas outside of their authorized credentials during the 2023-24 school year. Additionally, the board approved the submission of four Provisional Internship Permits to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
The next regular board meeting will be held on Oct. 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Visit www.sanjuan.edu/boardmeeting for details. You can also view videos of prior board meetings on the district’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/SanJuanUnified.