New! SBSD Board Bulletin for Meeting on June 25, 2020

Board Meeting on June 25, 2020 Highlights from the Meeting Teaching and Learning District staff provided a status update on comprehensive preparations for the safe reopening of SBSD schools planned for August 25, 2020, amidst further amended health orders from state and county agencies during the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. Again this week, it was emphasized that all school reopening plans are focused on what is instructionally best for students, while simultaneously adhering to health orders that maintain the health and safety of students and staff as a top priority. Following a detailed presentation at the June 18 Board meeting , staff continued to receive updated health department guidance from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), working in collaboration with the San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency. The CDPH reported its “Big Four” items: Face Coverings - District is awaiting clarification for schools regarding state mandate Social Distancing - Six feet whenever feasible Cleaning/Sanitation - Handwashing, sanitization, limit sharing, illness policy Screening Practices - Active temperature checks Two instructional model options were presented to the Board: 1) a remote offsite model, and 2) an onsite model (developed with the intent of getting all students back to campus five days a week, although flexibility is necessary with current and changing health orders). The onsite model accounts for both existing health order guidance and possible increased guidance in the future, such as an A/B schedule or classroom/full school closures. With the onsite model, the District is including face coverings (student requirements still need clarification), physical (social) distancing, and maintaining cohorts (consistent groupings of students by classes to limit possible virus exposure). The Guiding Principles for the Daily Instructional Schedule will include: addressing essential learning standards for the school year, equitable access for all students, providing feedback to students to move learning forward and monitor student progress, and student-to-student and teacher-to-student meaningful interactions. Following the presentation, staff received Board direction to continue developing and preparing to communicate to families regarding its two options for implementation during the 2020-21 school year, including school-specific information meetings during the week of July 13 - 17, 2020. In a separate agenda item, the Board voted to approve the COVID-19 Operations Written Report as required by the state to explain the changes to the District’s program offerings made in response to school closures due to the  COVID-19 pandemic. Board Directions and Actions Board Continues to Commit to Fostering Social-Emotional Learning Capacity in 2020-21 School Year During the 2019-20 school year, the District increased its focus and resources on Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) with the belief that SEL is critical to the success of equipping students with the tools they need to thrive. Staff has been updating the Board on the District's SEL supports throughout the school year, and more recently, on SEL supports and resources tailored to the COVID-19 pandemic and distance learning. Based on data gathered over the school year, staff recommended to the Board the continued implementation of supporting the District’s SEL Continuum in 2020-21. The Board unanimously voted to approve SEL supports by continuing to refine staffing of SEL Teams to support site implementation of SEL and boosting parent/guardian education starting next fall. Board Approves Resolution Affirming Commitment to Fight Institutional Racism and Creation of Systemic, Actionable Steps The Board approved a resolution affirming its commitment to fight institutional racism, which is defined in the resolution as, “the existence of systematic policies or laws and practices that provide differential access to goods, services and opportunities of society by race.” With its approval, the Board recognizes that discrimination, bias, and racist incidents against Black, Brown and Indigenous people harm them mentally, socially, emotionally, physically, and academically, and that Black community members continue to experience microaggressions, racial profiling, hate incidents, and racial bias in all systems they encounter, including schools. The resolution makes clear that the Board believes that we – individually and collectively – must create safe and respectful learning environments where every student has equitable access and opportunity, regardless of their skin color or ethnicity; and commits to anti-racist leadership and inclusive working environments where each person is treated with respect and dignity. The Board and Superintendent Brentlinger will begin developing action steps to ensure implementation of the resolution. District’s 2020-21 Budget Adopted Following a public hearing at its June 18 Board meeting, the Board voted on June 25 to adopt the District’s proposed  2020-21 budget. View the detailed budget report . School Year Calendars Finalized for 2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24 The Board approved calendars for the Solana Beach School District's 2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24 school years to allow for long-range planning for staff and families. The calendars are aligned with those of the San Dieguito Union High School District.  Calendars will be posted online in July . Upcoming Board Meeting Join Us Again! We are currently hosting Board meetings via Zoom video conferencing.  Join us by using the link below: SBSD Board meeting link Next Regular Board Meeting July 23, 2020, 6:30 p.m. Follow Us!  #SBSDEDU

Thursday, Jul 02 2020

SBSD Board Bulletin for Meeting on June 18, 2020

Board Meeting on June 18, 2020 Solana Ranch School's Sydney Mafong Presented With Second Annual Student Standout Award Board Members, Superintendent Jodee Brentlinger, and Principal Jerry Jones recognized Solana Ranch student Sydney Mafong as she was presented with the 2019-20 Student Standout Award for her outstanding accomplishments. She is being honored for serving as a positive role model and for her willingness to take on new responsibilities and challenges, including her sun safety project in which she wrote to sunscreen manufacturers for free samples to give to students and addressed each classroom about the importance of wearing sunscreen.  Miss Mafong graciously thanked the Board and Superintendent during the District's virtually hosted Board meeting. She will be presented with a plaque at her home by Board President Julie Union and Superintendent Brentlinger. Highlights from the Meeting Teaching and Learning District staff reported on comprehensive preparations for the safe reopening of SBSD schools this fall amidst newly amended health orders from state and county agencies during the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. Reopening workgroups have been focusing on a Return Ready Plan that encompasses five key areas in SBSD: instructional delivery models, health and safety protocols for students and staff, the cleaning and disinfecting of facilities, preschool and childcare, and child nutrition services. At this time, plans are for schools to resume on Tuesday, August 25, 2020.  In addition, a survey was sent to families and staff to help guide preparations and decision-making. Finally, and most importantly, staff emphasized the importance of communicating that any and all plans to reopen schools must conform to local health department conditions. Both instruction and social-emotional learning (SEL) are being prioritized in accordance with state guidelines and local health orders, which have been changing almost daily. Most recently, the state has mandated face coverings when social distancing is not possible. Child Development Center (CDC) staff reported that summer programs (Extended School Year and Summer Reading Interventions only) are schedule d to commence in July and registration is under way. The Board was presented with detailed reopening information, including budget considerations and next steps, in a PowerPoint slideshow, which can be viewed at www.sbsd.net .  Proposed 2020-21 Budget The Board held a public hearing for recommendations and comments on the District's proposed 2020-21 budget, which was reviewed by the Board and district staff following the hearing. The proposed budget is available for public inspection from the home page of the District’s website. Upcoming School Year Calendars In coordination with the San Dieguito Union High School District school year calendars, the Board held its first reading of proposed calendars for Solana Beach School District's 2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24 school years, which facilitates long-range planning for staff and families. Board Directions and Actions Board Holds First Reading of Resolution Affirming Commitment to Fight Institutional Racism; Plans to Take Final Vote June 25  The Board held a first reading of several draft resolutions in order to affirm its belief that the diversity that exists among SBSD's community of students, staff, parents/guardians, and community members is integral to its vision, mission, and goals. As its first step, Board members will affirm the District's valuing of different races, cultures, and ethnicities in its schools, communities, county, state, and nation. The second step will involve making this policy affirmation actionable. Following adoption of a resolution at its next meeting on June 25, 2020, SBSD leadership will  assemble an Advisory Group comprised of staff, parents, and community members. Recommendations for practices of equity, understanding, and active engagement in creating pathways to freedom and justice for all people, will be generated and brought back to the school board for consideration and approval.  Upcoming Board Meeting Join Us Again! The Solana Beach School District is currently hosting all Board meetings via Zoom video conferencing. Join us using the link below: SBSD Board meeting link Next Regular Board Meeting June 25, 2020, 6:30 p.m. Follow Us!  #SBSDEDU

Thursday, Jun 25 2020