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MINUTES – BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
Fresno Unified School District
FEBRUARY 22, 2012
Fresno, California
February 22, 2012
Office of the Board of Education, Fresno Unified School District, Education Center, 2309
Tulare Street, Fresno, California, 93721
Regular Meeting
At a regular meeting of the Board of Education of Fresno Unified School District, held on
February 22, 2012, there were present Members Asadoorian, Davis, Johnson, Mills,
Moore, Ryan, and President Vang. Deputy Superintendent Quinto stepped in for
Superintendent Hanson who was absent.
President Vang convened the meeting at 4:00 p.m. in the Board Room and adjourned to
Closed Session to address items 1 through 8 on the agenda. The Board reconvened in
Open Session at 5:38 p.m. with Student Board Members Martinez and Toledo present.
Reporting Out of Closed Session
1. By a vote of 7-0-0, the Board took action in Closed Session to Promote David
Chavez, Administrative Analyst, Administrative Services.
2. The Board took action in Closed Session to Reassign Certificated Administrators, 2
Vice Principals to classroom teaching assignments for the 2012/13 school year and to
authorize the Superintendent or his designee to give affected employees notices of the
Board‟s action. The Board took separate action in Closed Session for the following
positions as follows:
a. Vice Principal A: the vote was 4-3-0
b. Vice Principal B: the vote was 7-0-0
3. By a vote of 7-0-0, the Board took action in Closed Session for a Workers‟ Comp
settlement on Case No. 20090385.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mr. Phil White, a parent that has had a positive impact at Ahwahnee Middle School led
the Pledge of Allegiance.
Draft Minutes
APPROVED, as recommended, the draft minutes for June 1, 2011 Regular Meeting; June
10, 2011 Special Meeting; and June 15, 2011 Regular Meeting. Member Johnson moved
for approval, seconded by Member Davis, which carried unanimously.
Reports from Student Board Representatives
Student Board Representatives Maria Nunez and Ryan Wallert provided
comments/reports from Student Board Representatives from DeWolf High School. He
acknowledged the student ambassadors from Baird Middle School.
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Roosevelt High School Student Selena Acosta - Silver Gloves National Boxing
Championship Winner
PULLED from consideration of this agenda.
Report from Superintendent – Deputy Superintendent Quinto provided the report on behalf of the
Superintendent Hanson.
 Pleased to give the Superintendent‟s Report tonight on behalf of Superintendent Hanson, who
is traveling with a district team to a meeting of the Long Beach/Fresno Partnership at the
Assessment Training Institute in Portland. This is funded by the Hewlett grant, and this is the
first meeting that will also include principals. Bryan Wells from Roosevelt, Sheryl Weaver
from Sunnyside and Scott Lamm from McLane have joined the group for this important
training time.
 Tonight’s Video Featured – presentation earlier today at Turner Elementary School, where
two students, Bianca and Brandon Gomez, and their grandfather were recognized by the
Fresno Police Department for their commitment to safety and for their use of seatbelts.
Officers awarded medallions to the students and a plaque to their grandfather. The family
was recently involved in a major car accident near the school but none of the family was
seriously injured because they were wearing seatbelts. There was a fatality in the other
vehicle involved. That occupant was not wearing a seatbelt. Seven traffic officers spent time
talking with classmates of Bianca and Brandon about the importance of wearing seatbelts and
how this simple action can literally save lives. The officers‟ presentation today illustrates our
board-adopted Commitments to safety, as well as to establishing a culture where “parents,
students and the community as a whole are vital partners.”
 Excellence in Education/March for Babies – wanted to note two important upcoming events
that mean a great deal to our district:
o More than 100 of our finest employees will be honored Thursday, March 1 at the
Excellence in Education dinner at the Golden Palace. Five employees will be
announced as our top winners, with three of those selected to move on to the Fresno
County Employee of the Year awards.
o We have also launched for the first time a district-wide campaign to raise money for
the March of Dimes, which many of you know, supports efforts to eliminate
prematurity in babies, birth defects and infant mortality. They will be walking as a
district in the March for Babies on Saturday, April 14 at Woodward Park. President
Welty from Fresno State has challenged us to raise at least $40,000. Go to Fresno
Unified‟s homepage for more information on how you can get involved in this
worthwhile undertaking.
President Vang announced revisions to Agenda Item A-1 and copies have been made available
for the public.
On a motion by Member Johnson and seconded by Member Mills, the Consent Agenda,
exclusive of Agenda Items A-5 and A-6 which were pulled for further discussion were approved
on a roll call vote of 9-0-0, as follows: Student Member Martinez, Toledo, Members Asadoorian,
Davis, Johnson, Mills, Moore, Ryan, and President Vang.
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A.
CONSENT AGENDA
A-1,
Personnel List
APPROVED, as recommended, the revised Personnel List, Appendix A, as submitted.
A-2,
Findings of Fact and Recommendations of District Administrative Board
ADOPTED, as recommended the Findings of Fact and Recommendations of District
Administrative Panels resulting from hearings on expulsion and readmittance cases
conducted during the period since the February 8, 2012, Regular Board Meeting.
A-3,
Out of State Field Trips for Bullard and Roosevelt High Schools
APPROVED, as recommended, Field Trip Involving Students: Bullard to Las Vegas and
Roosevelt to Oregon. Also included are detailed itineraries for each trip. An appropriate
number of chaperones are scheduled to attend. There is no cost to the district
A-4,
Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Collaborative Learning to
provide The Common Core Black Belt Certification Course
RATIFIED, as recommended, the Independent Contractor Services Agreement with the
Collaborative Learning in the amount of $62,500. This contract will provide The
Common Core Black Belt Certification Course to 25 FUSD District employees. This
contract will commence on February 15, 2012 and end on February 14, 2013.
Ratification is requested as the contract was not completed prior to the February 8, 2012
Board meeting. Fiscal Impact: The contract amount of $62,500 will be paid from the
District Initiatives Title I budget.
A-5,
Agreement with California
Services
PULLED for further discussion.
A-6,
Agreement with Michelle Steagall as an Associate Superintendent for School
Leadership
PULLED for further discussion.
A-7,
Agreement with Spectrum Energy Solutions for Utility Audit/Management Services
APPROVED, as recommended, that the Board approve an agreement with Spectrum
Energy Solutions (Fresno) to provide “soft” (non-capital investment) utility management
services to the district. Spectrum‟s objective is to identify opportunities for gas and
electricity cost reductions for the district. The term of the contract is March 1, 2012
through February 28, 2015, with the option to renew for an additional three-year period.
Fiscal Impact: The fee, which will be paid from the utility budget, is based on the lesser
of 30% of identified cost savings or cumulative monthly consulting hours (billed at the
rate of $110/hour
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A.
CONSENT AGENDA – continued
A-8, Change Orders for the Projects Listed Below at King, Mayfair, McCardle, Slater and
Wilson Elementary Schools
RATIFIED, as recommended, are Change Orders and backup information for the following
projects:
1. Bid #110114, Construction of Classroom Building at Mayfair Elementary School
Change Order #4: $8,748.50. The new contract amount: $2,121,125.60
This change order includes, but may not be limited to: changing Smartboard projectors and
speakers from ceiling to wall mounted system; diverting roof water drainage; removing
exterior ladder to high roof; and revising screen in boys‟ bathroom to provide more privacy.
Measure Q budget
2. Bid #110115, Construction of Classroom Building at Wilson Elementary School
Change Order #4: $6,527.22. The new contract amount: $2,033,781.19
This change order includes, but may not be limited to: changing Smartboard projectors and
speakers from ceiling to wall mounted system; removing exterior ladder to high roof; and
revising screen in boys‟ bathroom to provide more privacy. Measure Q budget
3. Bid #110645, Modernization of King Elementary School
Change Order #2: $36,922. The new contract amount: $3,068,364
This change order includes, but may not be limited to: installing new overhead structural
support to avoid conflict with plumbing lines and duct work; framing to conceal automatic
fire sprinkler system piping; replacing existing wall-mounted water closets with district
standard floor-mounted fixtures, including removal of concrete slab; and modifying framing
to add support beams at openings in existing bearing wall. Measure K budget
4. Bid #110903A, Modernization of McCardle Elementary School
Change Order #2: $82,582.28. The new contract amount: $2,450,259.51
This change order includes, but may not be limited to: supplying and installing 34 “Fire
Rated Labels” on hollow metal frames and doors; adding drywall, tape, mud and finish at
hallway; coordinating existing mechanical duct detectors with new fire alarm system panel
using new modules; furnishing and installing additional library casework; revising room
layouts; and repairing glue-up ceiling tiles at various locations. Measure K budget
5. Bid #110903B, Modernization of Slater Elementary School
Change Order #2: $81,504.49. The new contract amount: $2,000,803.18
This change order includes, but may not be limited to: supplying and installing 34 “Fire
Rated Labels” on hollow metal frames and doors; adding drywall, tape, mud and finish at
hallway; coordinating existing mechanical duct detectors with new fire alarm system panel
using new modules; relocating fire alarm panels to provide constant temperature; furnishing
and installing additional library casework; and replacing roof plywood and materials.
Measure K budget
Sufficient funds are available in the 2011/12 budgets as noted.
Member Davis stated that the Brown Act requires the public be given an opportunity to speak
on matters relating to the school district‟s business during Board meetings and this Board
welcomes public comment as designated on the agenda. The Board expects all speakers to
respect the rights of others by conducting themselves in a civil and courteous manner at all
times. Our goal is to ensure the right of public comment is safeguarded without compromising
the efficient and effective conduct of Board meetings.
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UNSCHEDULED ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Anthony Benjamin
Expressed concerns with the K-3 overcrowded classes and this is design and accepted failure
by the majority of the board and the superintendent and students that are lost in these early
years – will never recover; the loss of federal funds and allocation per student; priorities are
not in the students; no leadership or vision on the dais; and unsatisfied with the way
Superintendent Hanson handled the IB program and not allowing parents and the community
to be involved in the process.
Andrew Fabela
Requested they revisit the district policy for Home or hospital instruction on student‟s injury.
He expressed concerns with the district not providing home schooling for his daughter in a
timely manner, but concern for the EL non-English speaking parents who cannot tutor their
children.
Pat Sigala
Stated that this is the fourth time he has come before this board requesting a dialogue on the
educational issues for disadvantaged students to help identify the drop-out rate and to get
parents‟ involved in their children‟s education. He feels that he is not worthy of being
listened too. He is considering lobbying each of the board to have serious dialogue and
requested a meeting with the district leadership. He requested a written response by the
administration to his request to have a dialogue on the educational issues.
B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA
A-5,
Agreement with California Education Partners for Shared Administrator
Services
APPROVED, as recommended, the proposed Agreement between the District and California
Education Partners (“CEP”) which provides for the shared services of the District‟s
Associate Superintendent for School Leadership. The aagreement provides that CEP must
reimburse the District for all items of cost associated with, or arising out of, its access to the
services of the District‟s employee. CORE will reimburse FUSD for the total cost
associated to the agreement. As a result, there will be no fiscal impact to the district for this
agreement. The agreements are available in the Board Office for review.
Member Asadoorian requested information on California Education Partners (CEP) and
some general parameters regarding this agenda item. Legal Counsel de Goede stated that
California Education Partners (CEP) formally known as CORE are in association with seven
school districts that are collaborating in a partnership to develop and implement measures to
improve public education. CEP will purchase the services of the associate superintendent
(Agenda Item A-6) and will be working primarily with CEP. All expenses associated with
the employment and salary will be paid for by CEP. Member Asadoorian requested how
CORE will reimburse Fresno Unified. Legal Counsel de Goede stated that they are
foundation funded. Deputy Superintendent Quinto concurred with legal counsel. The have
several grants from several different foundations for the work that will be provided. She
also stated that the employment contract is contingent upon CEP‟s reimbursement and
specifically calls for termination if at any time CEP chooses not to move forward with full
reimbursement agreement.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
A-5,
Agreement with California Education Partners for Shared Administrator
Services – continued
Member Davis stated that she sees this as a win-win for the district when CEP is willing to
cover all the expenses and it‟s free. She noted the term of the agreement from 2012 through
2015, and CORE is responsible for every aspect of Ms. Steagall‟s employment along with
her health benefits and therefore supports this item.
Member Asadoorian questioned the job responsibilities for this position. Legal Counsel de
Goede stated that the responsibilities are included in the job description that has been
prepared by CORE and summarized the duties. Member Asadoorian questioned how this
will benefit Fresno Unified. Legal Counsel de Goede stated that Fresno Unified will benefit
with the other six districts in a share arrangement and to the extent in working on the
common CORE standards and implementation and with CORE funding all services.
Member Davis moved for approval, seconded by Member Mills.
The following individuals addressed the members of the Board with their thoughts on this
item:
 Greg Gadams expressed concerns with the partnership with CORE and its setup as
an independent nonprofit; with the superintendent as the executive director of this
and so are the leaders of the other districts; other positions that will soon be filled
with top administration; Fresno Unified will not gain from this; health benefits for
this position with hidden costs; the position reporting to the superintendent and how
and when will the superintendent have time to oversee this position; and this will not
benefit his children at Fresno High or Hamilton because this is for CORE.
 Andy Fabela questioned the termination and who will be liable if CEP decides to
opt-out. He expressed concerns with this individual having access to confidential
information in the district.
Deputy Superintendent Quinto stated that there is a termination clause in the
agreements and that all services will be terminated.
Member Mills stated she requested information from Deputy Superintendent Quinto
regarding medical benefit expenses and potential workers‟ compensation costs and would
like legal counsel acknowledge this for the record. Legal Counsel de Goede stated that there
is a specific provision in both agreements that any additional costs regardless of the
identification of those costs will be borne by CEP. Member Moore stated clearly, if there is
no existing financial burden on the district as stated by Member Davis, he supports this item,
which carried an 8-1-0 vote, with Member Asadoorian dissenting. Member Asadoorian
stated her reasons for dissenting and it‟s because she did not receive this information in a
timely manner to review and it‟s difficult to approve an item when there are still so many
outstanding questions. This looks like a very good thing, but would have liked to have the
opportunity to discuss this item with the superintendent.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
A-6,
Agreement with Michelle Steagall as an Associate Superintendent for School
Leadership
APPROVED, as recommended, the proposed employment Agreement between the
District and Michelle Steagall for the position of Associate Superintendent for School
Leadership. Ms. Steagall, who will initially provide shared services to California
Education Partners, has extensive expertise in curriculum and instruction and offers the
District a valuable opportunity to utilize her wealth of experience and significant
achievements in K-12 academics. CORE will reimburse FUSD for the total cost
associated to the agreement. As a result, there will be no fiscal impact to the district for
this agreement. The agreements are available in the Board Office for review.
Member Asadoorian stated that this goes hand-in-hand with Agenda Item: A-5 and still
has outstanding questions. Member Davis moved for approval, seconded by Member
Ryan, which carried an 8-1-0 vote, with Member Asadoorian dissenting.
B-9,
Del Mar/Powers Boundary Adjustment and Feeder Progression Changes in the
Bullard, Edison, Fresno, Hoover and McLane High School Areas Related to
Conversion of Cooper Middle School to International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle
Years Academy
APPROVED, as recommended, one boundary adjustment and multiple feeder changes
related to conversion of Cooper Middle School to IB Middle Years Academy. Because
elementary schools will no longer feed to Cooper, changes in assigned middle and/or
high schools are necessary in the Bullard, Edison, Fresno, Hoover and McLane High
School areas to balance student enrollment. These changes continue to provide the
opportunity to achieve the consistent and predictable feeder progression that is a key
objective of the Board-approved Facilities Master Plan (FMP). The Del Mar/Powers
boundary change will expand the Powers attendance area by shifting the area north of
Ashlan and eastward to Blackstone from Del Mar to Powers, which is recommended in
the FMP. There is no fiscal impact as a result of the proposed boundary/feeder
adjustments.
Assistant Superintendent Temple provided the members of the Board with information for
the boundary adjustments and feeder progression changes in the Bullard, Edison, Fresno,
Hoover and McLane High School areas related to the conversion of Cooper Middle School to
an IB Middle Years Academy. These changes are proposed for implementation in the
2012/13 school year.
The presentation covered the following:
 Facilities Master Plan Implementation
 Objectives of Recommendations
 Recommended Del Mar/Powers Boundary Shift
 Recommended Feeder Changes
 Strengthening IB Pathway
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
B-9,
Del Mar/Powers Boundary Adjustment and Feeder Progression Changes in the
Bullard, Edison, Fresno, Hoover and McLane High School Areas Related to
Conversion of Cooper Middle School to International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle
Years Academy – continued
 IB Middle Years Academy at Cooper
 Engagement/Communication
 Options for Students
 Feedback from Community Meetings – highlighted a few comments by parents
 High School, Middle School, and Elementary Attendance Areas
 Comparison to Facilities Master Plan
 Middle School Attendance Areas
 Next Steps and Timeline
In conclusion, she stated that the recommendations are as follows:
 Support vision of Facilities Master Plan
 Provide enhanced choice opportunities for students and strengthen district‟s IB
pathway
 Balance student enrollment
 Support districtwide consistent feeder progression objectives
An opportunity was provided to hear questions/concerns from members of the Board and
Community. Staff was available to respond.
Member Mills moved for approval, seconded by Member Davis. Member Mills reiterated
the Facilities Master Plan proposal on boundary and feeder pattern changes. She stated that
she is in full support of this item because it remedies the disparities that were embedded in
the Facilities Master Plan and provides more equal treatment to the Fresno High area. It
establishes a direct feeder pattern for IB from Cooper to Fresno High and maintains the IB
continuum. It provides Bullard area with what the Master Plan provided and it gives them
Slater, Wawona and Powers and it allows the Bullard area to choose their program for their
choice middle school to feed to Bullard. The Fresno High area just feels that they cannot
choose the IB program because it does belong to us. Meetings were held at the affected
elementary schools and Cooper regarding the proposal.
Member Moore supports the IB program and the shift from Wawona to Cooper, but
expressed many concerns with staff moving quickly with this item and feels this is a major
disruption to students; with the criteria of the program; and questioned if there is a policy on
choice schools with criteria; and with the district given preference to Dailey Charter students
and students not residing within Fresno Unified boundaries. He feels that having two board
members and a superintendent serving on the Dailey Charter Board is going to give those
students preferential treatment over the Fresno Unified students; and sees that as a conflict of
interest. For those reasons, he is opposed of the whole process. Member Mills stated for
clarification that any criteria about entering IB or attending the school are not on tonight‟s
agenda. Member Moore stated that he will not support the boundary changes and feels this
was not reviewed carefully.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
B-9,
Del Mar/Powers Boundary Adjustment and Feeder Progression Changes in the
Bullard, Edison, Fresno, Hoover and McLane High School Areas Related to
Conversion of Cooper Middle School to International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle
Years Academy – continued
Member Asadoorian raised many questions/concerns with eliminating an entire middle
school from the Master Plan; these are significant changes that will affect many families.
She is aware that there might be some modifications to this plan but, not to dismantle it as
they are doing with this vote tonight. She feels it would take away a neighborhood option for
children that will never be able to access their neighborhood school. She had questions and
requested answers before casting her vote.
 Why is staff moving so quickly and why are they fast tracking this changes? Assistant
Superintendent Temple stated that are changes that were called on in the Master
Plan and provides a period of transition and as a middle school in southwest Fresno
opens, there will be a period of time when balancing the enrollment throughout the
district can be accomplished. It also provides an excellent choice program that will
serve students starting in August of 2012.
 Are the students from Addams and Fremont moving to Wawona for one year?
Assistant Superintendent stated that they are currently at Wawona as there assign
middle school.
 Where will these students end up when the new middle school is built? Assistant
Superintendent Temple stated that Addams students will attend the new southwest
middle school and then to Edison.
Member Asadoorian read the following statement from page 17 from the Facilities Master
Plan: Multiple factors are considered when determining that a school site would be used for
an alternative purpose. Those factors are as follows: Instructional Programs, Condition of
Site and Buildings, Facility Capacity/Use, and Neighborhood/Community. She drew
attention to item no. 5, which states: Public Input. An opportunity for the public to comment
on the proposed school closure/reuse.
She dully noted Member Mills statement and concurred that this is not a vote for changing
the program because the vote already occurred and it occurred out of the eye of the public.
The two schools which were more impacted Wawona and Cooper never had an opportunity
to have this discussion. She tried to attend as many meetings, but unfortunately the meetings
were held at the same time and many people attending the meetings were not happy and were
angry and the press was not allowed into these meetings. She questioned the following:
 Are they totally going to disregard the recommendations of this plan and requested an
answer to the document she shared with the Board with reference to pg. 17 of the
Master Plan and wanted to know if staff referred back to the document because she
feels that the public input was disregarded. Assistant Superintendent Temple stated
that the Master Plan is a guiding document.
 Shared a letter that is being mailed by Fresno Unified to the parents/guardians of a
future student of the IB program.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
B-9,
Del Mar/Powers Boundary Adjustment and Feeder Progression Changes in the Bullard,
Edison, Fresno, Hoover and McLane High School Areas Related to Conversion of
Cooper Middle School to International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Academy –
continued
President Vang informed Member Asadoorian that this is not appropriate for Board
discussion because the item is not on the agenda. Member Moore stated that it relates to
boundary changes and would like response to the question. Upon seeking the advice of
Legal Counsel de Goede, she stated that the department responsible for submitting the letter
are in communication with Legal Counsel Maree Sneed from Washington, D.C. regarding
these changes and she is handling all of the district‟s special programs and the arrangement
from student attendance to Cooper Middle School which is consistent with board policy and
the law.
Member Asadoorian requested a response to the letter that referenced the statement „they
can’t go to any other school’ and requested legal clarification that they need to have an all IB
program by 2014. Member Mill stated that it was discussed at a board workshop and she too
requested clarification. She personally can state that she has not received any information in
writing, but it‟s her understanding that the IB coordinator has been notified.
Member Asadoorian questioned the following:
 Why are they not operating the same program that‟s existing at Wawona at Cooper
and when was the decision made that this was not going to take place? Assistant
Superintendent Temple stated that it’s her understanding being involved from the
Facilities perspective that the most effective model to deliver the IB curriculum is
with the entire program model vs. a school-within-school.
 Is the plan to turn Fresno High into an all IB school because that would be a better
way to deliver the IB program? Assistant Superintendent Temple stated that these
are questions that will be deferred to the instructional team that will provide specific
follow-up information.
 How are they planning on using the QEIA funds for Cooper and requested to place an
item on the agenda under budget discussion of these funds, because there are
stipulations that go with these funds?
 How is the transportation being impact?
Assistant Superintendent Temple stated that there will be no additional overall costs
to the district.
Member Asadoorian expressed disappointment with the plan; supports the IB program but
would not support the moving of the entire middle school at the expense of families and
children; does not support making an all IB school an elite school at the expense of
neighborhood students; and with the district providing preference to a geographical area and
to a charter school. Member Mills stated for clarification that there have been no
conversations and there is no intent to make Fresno High an all IB High School.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
B-9,
Del Mar/Powers Boundary Adjustment and Feeder Progression Changes in the
Bullard, Edison, Fresno, Hoover and McLane High School Areas Related to
Conversion of Cooper Middle School to International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle
Years Academy – continued
Member Asadoorian requested the following information:
 Number of students that will be bused? Assistant Superintendent Temple stated they
would not have that information until they know how many students are within the
Cooper area or choose the Cooper IB program.
Member Moore questioned the following:
 Will the school have entrance requirements?
 Will all the students in the Fresno High or Slater area have a choice to go to Cooper?
 Are there entrance requirements or criteria to be admitted? Assistant Superintendent
Temple stated that she will provide the information to the Board in a Board
Communication.
The following individuals addressed the members of the Board with their thoughts regarding
this item:
 Andy Fabela expressed concerns with the percentage of students that will be bused
from their neighborhoods to Fort Miller.
 Oran Cogdill – ceded his time to Mr. Farrell.
 John Farrell read a statement that from Bullard Pride‟s Facebook alluding that
decisions being made behind closed doors. Mr. Chuck Manock stated that he would
be happy to include Wawona to BHS as long as they would let go of the IB program.
 Clint Horwitz thanked the Fresno Unified Board for supporting the IB program these
past years and it has taken a huge energy from this community to make this program
succeed. He believes that the Bullard community can also create a great program of
their own.
 Ruth Jenkins stated that these boundary adjustments need to be approved as it is a
matter of equity because it fulfills the Master Plan as it was intended.
 Nick Hustedde expressed concerns that this move will have a negative impact on
their neighborhoods and students. Wawona parents and community were very
disappointed of not being involved in this process.
 Tony Pings stated that they are extreme supporters of the IB program, but they have
forsaken the Cooper students and excluded the parents from the process to come up
with solutions to make the right directive. They should plan for this move next
August of 2013 to allow parents and community to have input. Please reconsider the
timing of this. What they have heard here tonight are all valid issues to be resolved
and he asked to trust in their constituents.
 Greg Gadams expressed many concerns with the following: Dailey Charter; which he
raised this issue from the beginning; lack of community input; however, they had
three Dailey parents ask for a Dailey Middle school and a few months later they are
making it happen; why not make it like the Fresno High IB program where it will be
open to everyone; taking QEIA funds that are set for underperforming students and
using it for higher performing kids is an embarrassment; and Fremont is not even
addressed – this shows how fast they are going with this.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
B-9,
Del Mar/Powers Boundary Adjustment and Feeder Progression Changes in the
Bullard, Edison, Fresno, Hoover and McLane High School Areas Related to
Conversion of Cooper Middle School to International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle
Years Academy – continued
 Jane Maldonado encouraged the Board to improve the boundary and feeder changes.
 Olga Valle – ceded her time to Mr. Fabela.
 Andy Fabela expressed concerns on the number of schools that are affected because
of this change and feels the community was not aware of these changes.
 Anthony Benjamin expressed concerns and had many questions and not enough
answers. This is another Hanson driven proposal with lots of concerns. This will cost
the district money.
 Robert Muniz stated that his proposal is the same. Please allow his son to return to
school. The district will be moving students 45 minutes to the other side of town.
God is going to punish every one of you.
 Pat Sigala expressed frustration why parents do not attend the meetings. He
requested to have a dialogue with someone from the district and to this day it has not
happened, that is why he knows the frustration these parents are facing. Feels that
there is lack of community input.
Member Asadoorian questioned, requested and clarified the following:
 Why Bullard is taking back Wawona? Deputy Superintendent Quinto stated it was
provided for in the Facilities Master Plan and the work of the Facilities Ad Hoc
Advisory Committee’s work was stalled due to programmatic issues, which the
appropriate instructional staff addressed and provided recommendations with
regards to the IB program. In December 2011, the Board allocated funds to provide
the IB program correctly at an alternative school site. She clarified for the record
regarding the comments by Mr. Gadams regarding Fremont. Fremont will not be
affected by this boundary changes as noted in the support material and for that
reason it was not called out. She also clarified for the record that the Dailey School
is a district approved Charter School and sponsored by FUSD. Executive Director
LeBlanc stated that balancing the student populations was the primary driver in
moving the two middle schools.
 Are there more students in the north that required moving the boundaries south?
Executive Director LeBlanc stated that is correct.
 Clarified that Bullard did not want to take over a school.
 Clarified that Bullard High School did not spend millions for the Law Magnet
Program. It was provided by a grant and Fresno Unified did not provide any funds.
 Requested they set up a policy subcommittee and would like to be part of that
committee. Deputy Superintendent Quinto stated that there is a Magnet and School
Choice Board Policy 5116.2 and will provide the Board with this information in a
Board Communication. Member Asadoorian is aware of the policy, but feels the need
to revisit this policy.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
B-9,
Del Mar/Powers Boundary Adjustment and Feeder Progression Changes in the
Bullard, Edison, Fresno, Hoover and McLane High School Areas Related to
Conversion of Cooper Middle School to International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle
Years Academy – continued
Member Ryan called for the question. President Vang called for a roll call, which carried a
5-2-2 vote, with Members Asadoorian and Member Moore dissenting and Student Board
Members Martinez and Toledo stepping away.
For the record, there were general discussion/questions by the members of the Board on this
agenda item. Comments were made by Members Moore, Asadoorian, Mills, Johnson, Ryan,
Davis, President Vang, and Deputy Superintendent Quinto.
A copy of the PowerPoint is available in the Board Office upon request or on the district
website.
President Vang RECESSED for a break at 8:20 p.m. and RECONVENED at 8:30 p.m.
B-10, Recommendations for Board Policy 6173 - Education of Homeless Children
PRESENTED and DISCUSSED the revisions to Board Policy 6173 – Education of Homeless
Children. The Board was in receipt of the revisions to this Board Policy (BP) at the February
8, 2012 Board meeting. The Board will have an opportunity to discuss the revisions of BP
6173 and will be brought back for adoption at the March 7, 2012, Board meeting. Previous
revisions to this policy is dated as follows:
 BP 6173 Education of Homeless Children - March 25, 2004
Manager Tanner-McBrien presented the members of the Board with the recommendations for
Board Policy 6173 – Education of Homeless Children.
The presentation covered the following:
 Core Beliefs
 Education of Homeless Children – Board Policy 6173
 Summary of Board Policy Revisions and Next Steps
An opportunity was provided to hear questions/concerns from members of the Board and
staff was available to respond.
Member Davis requested staff provide the Board with the outreach programs available for
students.
President Vang requested the number of students in the K-6, middle, and high school.
Manager Tanner-McBrien will provide the Board the information in a Board
Communication.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
B-10, Recommendations for Board Policy 6173 - Education of Homeless Children – continued
The following individual addressed the members of the Board regarding her thoughts on this
item:
 Olga Valle expressed concerns with the homeless students at her school and if there is
a way some of these agencies can provide further assistance to families by extending
their housing to keep families from moving from school to school, because these
students do not need this disruption. She also stated that some of these parents have a
difficult time taking their children to school because lack of transportation.
Member Mills requested staff provide Ms. Valle with a copy of the Board Policy
regarding transportation because the district does provide transportation for these
students.
For the record, there was general discussion by the members of the Board on this agenda item
with no action taken. Comments were made by Member Mills, Davis, and President Vang.
A copy of the PowerPoint is available in the Board Office upon request or on the district
website.
C. RECEIVE INFORMATION & REPORTS
C-11, Fresno Unified School District’s Second Quarterly Investment Report for Fiscal
Year 2011/12
RECEIVED the second quarter investment report for the period ending December 31, 2011.
Board Policy 3430(a) requires the Superintendent, or designee, to supply the Board of
Education with quarterly and annual reports on District investments. As of December 31,
2011, Fresno Unified School District is in compliance with Board Policy 3430(a) for
investments. District funds are invested in a manner that meets the primary objective of
safeguarding the principal of the funds and serving the District‟s liquidity needs. District
funds are invested as follows:
County Treasury Investment Pool
Certificates of Participation
$257,283,953
$ 88,461,963 **
** This amount represents escrow funds held by trustees at U.S. Bank. These funds are invested in
United States Treasury Bills and Notes, which are backed by U.S. Federal Government.
In accordance with law and administrative regulations, this investment report also certifies
that the Fresno Unified School District has sufficient cash on hand to meet the District‟s cash
requirements for the next six months. There is no cost to the District.
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C. RECEIVE INFORMATION & REPORTS – continued
C-12, Recommendations for Board Policy 6173.1 Education of Foster Youth
RECEIVED revisions to Board Policy 6173.1 – Education of Foster Youth. The
recommended revisions reflect the alignment with CSBA recommendations and undated
references. Tonight the Board is in receipt of the revisions to this Board Policy (BP) and
will return at the March 7, 2012 Board meeting as a (B) item for Discussion followed by a
request for Adoption at the March 21, 2012, Board meeting. Previous revisions to this policy
are dated as follows:
 BP 6173.1 Education of Foster Youth - March 30, 2005
There is no cost to the District
BOARD/SUPERINTENDENT COMMUNICATIONS
Member Asadoorian
 Thanked Public Information Officer Bedi for the Board Communication on the district
calendar for 2012/13 school year which provided absenteeism of students, but also
requested further information on employee absences and the loss of student ADA.
Member Mills
 Requested information on the letter sent out to parents regarding the IB Academy and
requested further information on the letter going out to all families in the Fresno high
area regarding these changes.
Member Moore
 Requested a full report of the California Department of Education recent visit for the
district‟s Federal Program Monitoring and findings.
D. ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 8:46 p.m.
With no further business to come before the Board of Education at this time, President
Vang declared the meeting adjourned at 8:46 p.m.
MICHAEL E. HANSON, Secretary to the
Board of Education
Board Approved: June 6, 2012
Prepared by: DR
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